https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/704/SunandNews_1994-01-04.pdf 8cb5a5d25f04f500f23cac4a32258ba3 PDF Text Text ______________ Middleville, Michigan 49333_________ riWHC LtEgASf 120th Year No. 311 1 January 4, 1994 12! S CHTXHSl Sewer still dominates Middleville Village focus by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Sewer from start to finish of 1993 and on into 1994 is a lopK that has been dominant in the minds of Middleville officials Many changes were made in the plans for this project that have been going on for several years The Village Council had ap­ proved the construction of another lagoon system that would handle the villages' sewer needs over the next 20 Postoors Family Market owners Lou and Borb Veenstra are pleased with the results of their recent renovation that was completed in November Ernie Boll, former Middleville village manager, re­ retired this past year But, he still continues to help on the sewer project. year Further investigation show ed that they might be better off with a Sequential Batch Reac lor (SBR» system, the lype that now has been tentatively approved by the Department of Natural Resources Village Manager Ev Manshum has pursued many possibilities for financing of the $2.5 million project. Hopes have been built up and then shattered and still the village has no firm financing for the project at the end of 1993. It faces a July 1. 1994. deadline from the DNR to operate the old system No extension on that has been granted at this time. The sewer system, which has been a big concern in 1993, will continue to be one in 1994 1993 saw a lot of comings and goings in Middleville: — In February. Village President Bill Hardy resigned his position when he moved outside the village. — Lon Myers. President Pro Tem. was elected Village President to complete Hardy s term. — John Mugridge was ap­ pointed to fill a council vacancy. — Jim French filled another vacancy. Ernie Ball, the village manager who had already retired once, continued to help out while Manshum continued to get to know Middleville Ball formally re-retired, but continues to wort on plans for the sewer system. Two new . part time police officers were hired in February One of tbivse officers is now full time and the Village Council recently ratified a new police contract. Growth is evident in the village Cider Mill, the mobile home park, continues to ex­ pand into an additional section Thixigh actual development in the industrial park has not started yet. the possibilities are promising with Hillco Inc nearing a commitment as the anchor industry Pastoor's Family Market has completed its major renovation and the building now houses Pharmacy Care and Thornapple Floral and Gift Roush's Accounting and Tax Service has expanded facilities into a new building at its old location Village events like the sum iner garage sale and Heritage Day enjoyed a lot of success this year as well. Heritage Day 1993. the se­ cond to be held, drew crowds and plans are already in the making for 1994 Status of village, funding for schools await ‘94 ballots Issues of 1993 carry over to new year in Caledonia by Barbara (.all Staff Writer In Caledonia. 1993 was the year that saw many different kinds of "wheels" set in mo­ tion. Many of those issues will be decided at the ballot box m 1994. Perhaps the most dramatic of these will come with the annual Caledonia Village election, where voters could change the municipal struc­ ture of the area forever. The Corey Mieras, of the Consolidate Caledonia Committee, submitted petitions in October to Village Clerk Jackie Cherry asking that the question of dissolving the village government be put before village residents. The Barber School is moved onto a permanent foundation neor the viHogetownship hall in December The one-room schoolhouse will be restored as a township museum. March 14 vote will determine whether the Village of Caledonia will continue to ex­ ist as a separate municipality or be merged with the town­ ship Though township residents have no say in the vote, a de­ cision to dissolve the village also wall have a far-reaching impact on township govern­ ment, as it would be obliged to assume both the assets and the liabilities of the village. For example, the township would inherit the operation See In ftevtew. Page 6 In This Issue... • Thornapple Kellogg schools move ahead, despite uncertainties • Freeport Village sees subtle and obvious changes during 1993 • Gravel mining still hot topic in Yankee Springs • Middleville man charged in Caledonia athlete’s death �Page 2 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / January 4. 1994 Thornapple Kellogg Schools rfTtoveahead, despite uncertainties I| 1 7 J ‘ tw Margaret Fawfer i i ‘ThorHa0p.lc Kellogg Schoohi'forged ah^4d to «mptove education in 1993, despite uncertainties The quality of education, opportunities and challenges offered to the TK students have been upgraded During 1993. the TK School Board approved the addition of several more ad­ vanced placement offerings at the high school These courses, which are predominantly college level, can be taken for college credit Ail of the schools have been the development of portfolios, particularly in the middle school and high school. As the students progress at half-day kindergarten, too. Benefits of having the school, they become responsi­ ble for managing their port children ail day on two or folio, which possibly can be three days a week made the used when looking for a job program worth trying full The school board also up­ time dated graduation requirements In December, the school for TK students board committed to hiring a This was important to full-time curriculum director. reflelk 4he changfng’ frdrft a *'J That person should fill the six-period to seven-period day need for district-wide coor­ at the high school • • -9 dination of curriculum and The additional period gives needed support for faculty and students the chance to par­ staff at TK ticipate in extra activities, The search for that in­ such as band or art dividual begins early in 1994 A major change has come One major personnel with implementation of all­ change also came about in 1993 day kindergarten beginning Linda Goosen, who was the this past fall Page Elementary principal The district had ex­ perimented with this for two and worked with the cur­ riculum. resigned in the sum­ years while still offering the mer to take a post in Grand Rapids David Buka la was chosen to fill the Page principal position and joined the staff in October. Evidence of some of the TK success were shown at TK Fest *93. The one-day event highlighted educational pro­ jects and interests of TK students spanning kindergarten through high school TKHS sent two computer teams to national competition in the cast The district also had representatives advance in spelling and geography bee competition TK athletes were also given some special recognition this year with the construction of a TK Hall of Fame Two Jerry (left) and Ray Page proposed to build and install two cases for the TK Hall of Fame at the high school. They completed the project in the fall of 1993. showcases at the high school. picture and or name outstan­ ding TK athletes over the years. Meanwhile, students and families worked to help others and themselves. Students of all ages once again raised money to help victims of disease and those less fortunate. They gathered food, visited shut-ins and elderly, gave concerts, and served at community meals, to name just a few things. The elementary Parent and Educators in Partnership formed another group to help raise money to add to and upgrade playground equipment The Playground Improve­ ment Group (PI G.) con­ tinues into 1994. But this fall P I G. saw the fruits of their labors in some new equipment at each elementary school along with big improvements in safety as well. One innovative program in a McFall Elementary classroom has been an intergenerational program > that involved several senior citizens and a first grade class. "Grandpa” Pete Botma gets a hug from Mikey Wangerow. . I '1RP8W *1 1 i Laurie Brinks, a representative of P.I.G., accept* a check from Dick Milock of Bradford White Corp, to go toward the playground renovation project at the TK elementary schools. — OPEN HOUSE — Sunday, January 9, 1 to 4 PM 825 GREENWOOD F2M1. MDOLEVLLE Booutiful 3 bedroom bi-level Large pro fe»*tonally done family room In lower level. 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Ml / January 4. 1994 / Page 3 Freeport village sees subtle and obvious changes during 1994 Freeport Police Chief Dor Leaf (left) and Deputy Chief Mike Morsteller accept a Preliminary Breath Testor and donated teddy bears from Barry County Mothers Against Drunk Driving President Marilyn Rose (right) and Treasurer Mickey Cousino. Union Bonk Prestdant Max Vipond took time to chat with those attending the Freeport branch grand opening last Moy. h> Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Change, both subtle and ob­ vious. i* the key word to describe what has been going on in the Village of Freeport in I993 One major change that has been controversial, particular |y this fall, is the part time village police, added this year Though there were no ob jcctions to the idea of having village police, several area residents raised objections to alleged police harassment At the December village council meeting, the police force was accused of "shin­ ing” the local tavern as well as other businesses and residents. It was also claimed that the police were harassing the patrons of the tavern Other residents who attend ed the meeting felt that the ad­ dition of the police had made a marked difference in safety within the village. Village Council members chose not to take any formal action, but indicated that they wanted to give everyone the chance to air their feelings about the police department That was in hopes that just getting things out in die open would help case the tensions, according to council members Later in the meeting, the council did commit to the pur chase of another police car for the village from another Barry County township The Barry County Mothers Against Drunk Driving chapter also presented a Preliminary Breath Tester to the Freeport police Anyone who is familiar with the village would pro­ bably notice that most of the businesses appear to be much the same. One noticeable difference, however, is that the bank has changed A newer building has been moved into the space between Freeport Supply and L & J's on Division and now houses a branch of the Union Bank Lake Odessa The Union Bank branch, which opened in March and celebrated a grand opening in May. filled the need for a bank in town after the United Bank branch closed More than 500 people showed up for the outdoor celebration in early May, which included the Veteran of Foreign Wars Post 4461. prizes, lots of food and fellowship. Other Freeport businesses celebrated some milestones during the year, like the Freeport Elevator and Freeport Auto Service The elevator, owned by Jim and Tern Decker, celebrated 10 years of service to the com­ munity and surrounding area. Freeport Auto has been in business many years. But new owners Jim and Lesa Yarger recently passed the one year mark of owning the station. The Cheesebrough Rake Factory has a long heritage in Freeport and dates back to 1876 This year brought the factory a new owner, local resident Ken Van Tol and his family. Passersby probably began to notice some changes to the extenor of the building such as signs advertising tours and a retail store. Van Tol is the first Freeport owner since 1929. He plans to renovate the factory while maintaining the historical functioning and value of this last factory of its kind operating in the United States Other growth is visible in the form of building projects, particularly two brand new homes that have been built by Barry County Habitat for Humanity The two houses were started in the summer and were just dedicated on Sunday The community also offered support to the second St Jude Bike A-Thon to raise money for St Jude Childrens’ Hospital Not only did the number of riders more than double from the 1992 event, but. the amount of money raised also took a big leap Get The Jump On Financial Planning U.S. Postal Service delivers successful holiday mail season Postmaster Patrick M. Kel­ ly of the Middleville Post Of fiee says that this holiday season was one of the smoothest holidays for timely and efficient mail delivery of holidas letters and packages "We truly lived up to this year's theme of You get it here, we’ll get it there, said Kelly "All of the employees here al the Middles ille Post Office worked especially hard to make sure we delivered every last holiday card, letter and package at such an impor- tant time of the year for sen­ ding gifts to loved ones ” In mans locations across the state mail-carriers even delivered on Christmas Day with Express Mail Mail volume increased, especially packages, from last year to this holiday season "Our customers are not to be forgotten for their role in our successful mail season.” Kelly said "By mailing early. they helped us to process and deliver their mail before the last-minute rush of cards and dvit- GUARANTEED y/jC. , IRA Jim Couchenour 1611 S Hanover St Suite 112. 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Working with your current income and future goals, our helpful, professional staff will assist you in developing a plan you’re comfortable with Look before you leap, and you’ll be assured of a happy landing. TATE 267 MAIN ST. CALEDONIA 303 ARLINGTON MIDDLEVILLE A NK |891»8113| 698-6337 795-3361 OF For more information about Alzheimer’s disease. contact the chapter office 4 949 7890 or I-8OO-722-25I6. 3206 68th ST S E DUTTON ALEDONIA Aff 3 Locaaom £#*?£ Noon on Saturday �Page 4 I The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml I January 4. 1994 Neighbors with. --- ------------ NORMA VELDERMAN --- ----------- 1 Good morning everyone. Today is Wednesday after Christmas Most of you are settling down to normal life again A few. are taking your turn to have a late Christmas That is the wonderfulness of having a family One year you have your old ways and the next year the ocher side of the fami­ ly have their way Ted's former wife and children came down Christmas Day from I^akc Ixelanau Up there they had at least two feet of snow When they got to Cadillac. they hit a snowstorm and whitenut all the way down to us But they got here safely and hungry Ted and friend Audrey had come down on Friday Then Audrey went on to visit her mom in Mattawan, coming back just before supper Just seeing the snowy con­ ditions made me feel older and quite a scaredy cat to have to drive long distances That s the perks of getting older You do not have to do it unless you want to. Granddaughter Chris is staying with us for a few days Cay will take her back Sun­ day Here dad and her mom will pick her up there and go back up to Leelanau Hope the weather is good I hadn t been able to see Florence Fiah for a few days, but got her Tuesday evening. She spent a week in Arizona visiting her granddaughter in Phoenix She said that she played golf in '4-degree weather At this time, we had snow and real cold weather She had a super time and with a return she landed in good old Michigan weather But the Arizona warmth and love of her granddaughter lingered to bring her back here to Michigan When 1 got a bold of Kate Wiennga she sounded terri­ ble She has this nasty bug that is going around All of their family were home for Christmas going around The immediate family were there for Christmas Lib Palmer said she is waiting for daughter Beatrice and Paul Liebenaur from Oswego. N Y., to come New Year’s weekend The rest of the family had theirs on the Christmas weekend. Dan Bartlett said that they had their two daughters there for Christmas Junior and Mary Jenette Martin had Manan Martin over to their home Christmas weekend Called Russ Bender and daughter Mary Alice answered the phone The family all got together at Joan and Ymal's on Chnstmas day All the children and grand children were there They had about 20 there. Christmas the Hart Christmas with his family in Hastings. Then the Harts and their own immediate family Christmas, then on Sunday. Liz’s family came over for their celebration Beth Veriinde said that all their family were there except Mary and family Ruth and her family are still there now Cathy Williamson said that ’•all of their family were together at Ken and Kim’s home in Kent City . Norma Lewis said that she is really enjoying feeding the birds. They are very hungry tn this terribly cold weather Marge Wheeler said that she and Bob had family and fnends in for the holiday Neva Aicken said that on Christmas Eve all the family were there Jerry Hilty said that his wife was sick with this bug that is Ett Van Sickle had a wonderful Christmas. All dur­ ing the weekend it was her own family together, then her brother and family another day and various times, friends, then family doings So the whole weekend it was different parts of her family on both sides, as well as fnends She said it would take up the w hole paper if she took time to give all the names, places Lucille Getty spent Christmas Eve with son Bob and family. Then Christmas Day was spent with daughter Colleen and family Bessie Nelson said that her family were all there except Dorothy and family. It was such terrible weather that they did not try to come down. Liz said that the week before Christmas weekend. Doug and the family spent Continued on next page - LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church — Serving a Living Lord SUNDAY....... 945 a.m.. 11 00 a m 6 6 00 p m. WEDNESDAY.......................... Family Fellowship Prayer It Bible Study 7:00 pm 7240 bBth Street, SE - Caledonia 2 mile* east of M-37 Pastor, Rev Brian F. Harrison Youth Pastor, Darrel L Schrock Music, Jeffery C. Vander Heide CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A church with a caring heart for our community and the world' Sunday Services....... 9:30 a m. & 6:00 p.m. M-37 at 100th St., Caledonia, Ml Church Office: (616) 891-1512 Rev. Gerald Van Oyen Al Tiemeyer Communitv Calling FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville Bruce N. Stewart, Pastor Lee Taylor, Assistant Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Wonhip Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid Week Prayer Word of Life Chiba 9:45 a m. 11:00 a.m. 6-00 p.m. 6:45 p.m. 6.45 p.m. WELCOME TO Pastor Scott Taylor Reaching People With Christ 8 30 am to 9:30 am — First Worship Service 9 30 am to 9:45 am — CoHee Fellowship 9.45 am to 10.45 am — Sunday School 10:45 am to ll.-OO am — CoHee Fellowship 11:00 am to 12 00 — Second Worship Service Nursery and Children! Church will be provided during both service* "Set m example m speech. * Ma, to tom, * tartft and to purtty." 1 Ttowthy 4:12 Rev. Bernard Mulder, Pastor 868-6306 Sunday Morning Worship (Interpreted for hearing impaired)............... 9:30 a.m Sunday School.......................................................... 11:10a.m. Sunday Evening Service............................................6:30p.m Pioneer Club (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday..................... 6:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting - Wednesday...........................7:00 p.m Youth Fellowship ■ Sunday.............................. 5:00 p.m. RAY TOWNSEND. Pastor TN DOUBLESTEIN, Youth Director 708 West Main Street Morning Worship Service............ 10 00 a m Sunday School............................... 1115 a m Evening Worship Service................ 6 00 p.m Rev. James Cusack Phone 891-9259 YOU ARE INVITED Saturday Evening Mass......................... 5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass................... 9:00 a m it 11:00 am. Rev Roger Timmerman. Pastor 795-3667 WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH MIDDLEVILLE and PARMELEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES 8546 Whitneyville Ave at Mtn St •8H8661 “Jhe Chucfi where evevooa s semeooot ondJena Chnsf s uorrT 111 Church Street School..................... ......... ....... 9 30 a m. Sunday Mornrg Wortfvp..................... *0 30 a m Sunday Everwyg Wonhip....................... 600 p m Wea k*aweekPrayer ABtoieSkjdy...... 700pm Aastr Sk*e jooaon hxr Aasrx Ufce.ooney lAacOk “God Cares for You” Cornerstone Wesleyan Church Church School......................... 9:30a.m. Choir Practice ................. 9.30 a.m. Meeting at the Comer of Worship Service............. 10:30 a.m. Wood School Rd. and Wing Rd. Services — 250 Vine Street Sunday School .................... I0d0 a.m Church Office 891-3669 Mom»ng Worship__________ HOC a.m Parsonage 891-8167 Evening Worship----- .-------..... 600 p.m Pastor Jeffrey Lee Phone 795-7076 Peace Reformed Church Barner Free • M-37 between Caledonia A Middleville Sunday Worship Services 8:30 or 11:00,6:00 Children i Church/Youth Worship during morning tervua. Caraway Si puppet minntry far K 4th during evening lervua Sunday School Wednesday Night “Family Night” 9:45-10:45 6:4541:15 lxiudes Adventure Club. Chom for Children «d NNu High School Youth Group and Adali Cteucs For information call: 891-8119 891-8028 - MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Rev. Bobby Dale Whitlock Sunday School......................... 9:30 a m. Sun. Morning Worship 10.30a.m. Evening Service.................. .^.6:00 p.m. Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST CHRISTIAN REFORMED 6201 Whitneyville Avenue LEIGHTON UNITED METHODIST Gaine* United Brethren Church Kalamuoo Avenue at 92nd Street Caledonia. Michigan Telephone 6964252 Pastor Mark Beers LAKESIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH St. Paul Lutheran MISSOURI SYNOD (Come join our family ... God's family) Kraft Ave. & 84th St., Caledonia, Ml Sunday Morning Worship...............8:30 a.m Sunday School....................... 9 45 am Sunday Morning Worship............ 11.00 a m Rev Robert Gerke 891-8688 Office / 891-8978 Church GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 12200 Chief Noonday Riwd (at (run Ukej Wayland Michigan 4934M • 795-7903 Barner Free / Programs for All Aget Sututay Worship 1000 am Parmelee Morning Worship........... 9 30 a m Middieviue Sunday School............ 9 45 a m. Middleville Worship...................... 9 9 am Sunday School Wednesday Rev. Lynn Wagner — 795-3798 Rev. Carroll Fowler — 765-5316 "Family Sight 6 (Ml p m Church Office Phone — 795-9266 (Tl|e COlH Eimt rtIprftal (Cliurch 5590 Whitneyville Ave . S.E. Alto. Michigan 49302 Sunday School................... 10:00 a m. Morning Worship 11:00 a m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m Wednesday Prayer Meeting/ Children s Classes......... 7 00 p.m. RcrAe Bailard, Pastor - 868-6437 - XckuMt, The Reorganized CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST of Latter Day Saints 6146 6&h St near Whitney*ilk Ave. Church School, Sunday............. ............10 00 a.m. Morning Wonhip. 11 00 am Evening Wonhip Wed 6 00 p.m. Fellowship......... ,7 30 p.m (u» homes <x church) call Pastor Lloyd DeVormer Sr 897-7407 �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml I January 4. 1994 I Page 5 Ver Hulst to sing at area church Menbeth Ver Hulst will sing in concert at 6 p.m. Sun­ day. Jan. 9. at Peace Reform­ ed Church Ver “Hulst began singing in churches at the age of 4. Soon after, she began singing with The Children’s Bible Hour radio program After graduating from Uni­ ty Christian High School in Hudsonville, she provided ministry on a month long evangelisoc tour in Norway After returning Ver Hulst recorded a solo album. “In His Love “ Instrumentals were done by White Heart and backup vocals by Steve Green She also sang with Emmaus Road, as well as the Lord's Company. In I9H4. she mamcd Clark Ver Hulst and since that time has had two children. Jordan and Ashleigh Menbeth has continued to minister at Sun­ day worship services and Wednesday night programs, as well as to youth groups and women's groups She has also done dinner concerts, Christmas and Easter pro grams, banquets, special meetings, and weddings Ver Hulst emphasizes a message of God's love, a per­ sona) relationship with Jesus Christ, and a life of obedience and commitment Her musical style incorporates contem BignallVanderKodde speak vows Moribeth Ver Hulst porary Christian music, as well as favorite hymns in order to reach both young and old. MIDDLEVILLE NEIGHBORS, continued from Page 4 — Jenny Spencer said that all of the family from St. Louis, Mo . were there They arriv­ ed on Thursday They arc staying a week The rest of the family came in on Christmas Day to visit. They came from Holly, Penton, Hastings and Caledonia. Dick Ward said they had all their children home Thursday. the first time in four years. SEE WHAT'S NEW IN FRAMES! Richard J. Choryan, O.D. DOCTOR OF OPTOMETRY 133 E Mam St., Catadoma, Ml 891-9224 Creek. Albion. Clark Lake Wasn't that nice? When you and from Ohio. have seven children, it is Betty Newman. Paul and almost impossible to have the whole family together at the Cindy went over to John and Cheryl’s for breakfast Then same time George and Helen Evans son Dan came for dinner and had their family get together a granddaughter I on and hus­ band came for Sunday dinner. week after Thanksgiving. Some of the family wanted to Then David and Carol, Rhon­ da and her two children and go to Florida. Then son Al took off the week between the grandson Troy and Kathy all holidays, so George and came out Sunday night Now wait a minute They Helen could be together. Maureen Robinson said celebrated morning, noon and night with various members of they had lots of "kinfolks’’ over the weekend and were the Newman family Another very busy having a good fami­ time when families have to take turns for various parts of ly time. This is a notice to all Thor­ the faily Lois McWhinney said that napple Heritage Association members. We will have our all her family were there for January meeting on the fourth Christmas. Her home was Wednesday instead of on the also bulging, but what a warm third Wednesday We will family time it was! They were there on Sunday. meet at the Velderman home Lois Bremer said that all the at the regular time Mary Hayward said she had children were there Sunday night There were 39. a lot visiting with her family Elaine and Ryal Northrop over the holiday . Edith Miller went Christmas Eve to their said on Christmas Day they daughter ’s house, and got together with all of the family at grandson Sieve’s Christmas Day they went to a son’s house home Lois Bender said that she Glen and Bea Miller has had the flu for a week celebrated Christmas with Jerry and Sally and the rest of Hope by next week you have the family. Thelma Carl said thrown it off. Lots and Twila Elwood had she had her family over for Christmas There were 35 a full wonderful time with her there They came from family in Battle Creek, with Jenison. Grand Rapids. Battle ail her nieces and nephews and all of their friends A lot of goings and comings during the weekend Donna Kenyon went over to her sister and family ’stn Mer­ rill. They went on Christmas Eve and came back on Christmas night Bill and Neva Kenyon had their whole family over for the Christmas holiday Mary Noah went arth Kay and Meh in to Grand Rapids for her Christmas Daughter Mary Vander Wai spent the weekend m Bank Creek w ith her family over the Christmas holiday Luana and Lynn Toian had all their fanuh home for the holiday Happy New Years evervone! Visa wah you next week Laurie Ann Bignail and Brett Alan VanderKoode were united in marriage on Oct. 6. 1993. at the Middleville Methodist Church Laune is the daughter of Ron and Linda Bignail of Middleville Brett is the son of Jerry and Betty VanderKodde of Gulnare. Colo. Maid of honor was Missie Bignall. sister of the bride. Bridesmaid was Jeanna Tucker, sister of the groom. Flower girl was Sara Schot. Best man was Matt Brown, friend of the groom. Groomsman was Bill Tucker, brother-in-law of the groom. Ring bearer was Brent Stanley Ushers were Marc Wiley and Bill Rodrequiz, with a special appearance by Jacob Raterink. nephew of the bride Horry ond Shirley Schultz of Middleville will celebrote their 40th wedding onniversary Jon. 9 The couple was married Jan. 9, 1954, in Angola. Ind. Helping them celebrate will be their children Rick and Deb Schultz of Bristol, Vo.. Joe Schultz of McHenery. III., Becky and Bill Sweeney of Middleville, and Cecil and Kim Schultz of Delton. Harry and Shirley have six grandchildren. Family and friends can help them celebrate this special time with a card shower. Their address is: 6100 Whitneyvilie Road, Middleville. Mich. 49333 •••on 1993 Models — $3000 Savings up to on 2 & 3 Bedroom, Single or Doublewide Homes Most are ready for immediate occupancy ------------------ CALL SANDRA AT:------------------ . TRUE VALUE HOMES 795-7900 In Cider Mill Village A Community of Carefree Manufactured Homes. 812 RIVER BEND LANE, MIDDLEVILLE �Page 6 I The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml I January 4, 1994 IN REVIEW, from front page— Claiming that most special services performed for village residents could be picked up by the county or the township, the group collected almost ex­ actly enough valid signatures to get the question on the bal­ lot March 14. If the century-old village indeed is dissolved, the township will face the prospect of having to hire more staff to take care of for­ mer village business, like op­ erating the sewer system and completing and operating the village's new wastewater treatment plant Besides the vote on local government structure. Cale­ donia joins all other Michigan communities in waiting for the 1994 vote on state funding for both Michigan's public schools and its municipalities. The State Legislature's vote last July to eliminate property tax as the source of school operating funds left both and maintenance of the village storm and sanitary sewer system. It also would assume the villages agreement with the Caledonia schools and developer Jerry Baker to share the cost of constructing a water tower for a public system to serve the new middle school and Baker’s proposed devel­ opment on the north end of the village. The question of merging the village and township has been discussed for years, but early in 1993, a group calling itself “Consolidate Caledonia' began circulating petitions, asking that the question of whether to “vacate” or dis­ solve the village be put before its residents. The group cited duplication of services and argued that most of the nearly 10 mills levied in village taxes went to pay village officials who were no longer needed FITNESS FOR YOU school districts and local gov­ ernments wondering bow to figure budgets for the next year. With the Christinas va­ cation upon them, legislators finally came up with a pack­ age that will have voters de­ ciding in the new year whether they want to combine a lower property lax with an income tax or an increase in the state sales lax. 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The latest lawsuit against the township was filed by a citizens group calling itself "C-3," formed after the town­ ship approved the Country View Estates residential planned unit development at 60th and Buttrick. Controversy surrounded the approval process for this PUD because its average lot size did not meet the two-acre ru­ ral residential zoning district requirement. Township officials claimed the flexibility of the PUD al­ lows for some give and take Joyce Abbott assumed Paula Moerland took of­ between the township and the developer, and maintained fice this year as trustee on the duties of Deputy Clerk that in this case the developer the Caledonia Village for Caledonia Township. paid to pave a section of 60th Council. Street, followed good plan­ commercial and residential water would actually be ning principles and promised PUD at the north end of the brought to village residents, deep building setbacks and village will combine several however, has not been de­ tree-lined berms around the hundred homes with stores cided. Another new look along Mdevelopment. lining M-37. Featuring its C-3, however, wanted strict own private water system, the 37 will be happening in 94 adherence to the zoning re­ project was approved by the when McDonald’s opens a restaurant just north of the quirements, and by June had Village Council in February. obtained enough signatures The water system will be Caledonia Village Centre be­ for a referendum on the constructed in partnership tween Old Kent and Hastings township’s decision to ap­ with the Caledonia Schools, City Banks. Burger King had prove Country View. In a which initially will use the looked at the site first, but misunderstanding over when water just at the new middle was unhappy with a Michigan the referendum petitions were school, now under construc­ Department of Transportation due, however, the petitions in tion directly to the west of ruling that refused the restau­ rant a drive directly onto the July were judged "untimely" Baker's property. The Village Council also highway. and therefore, invalid. McDonald's, however, had C-3's lawsuit asks the court has joined the partnership, to force the township to rec­ paying to upgrade the size of no problems with using the ognize its petitions and hold the water main and paying 50 service road entries, and its percent of the cost of con­ proposal was approved by the the referendum. Another residential PUD, structing the water tower for Continued on Page 7 River Glen, since has come the new system. When public before the township, and be­ cause it fails to meet lot width requirements and has lots un­ der the 40,000-square-foot zoning requirement, it has met with slow ’oing in the town­ ship approval process. By the end of 1994. the fate How much is your of these two proposals will be home worth? Thinking decided, and township offi­ cials should have some idea of selling or buying? just bow much "flexibility” Call me for a free the PUD zoning allows. market analysis. You Other significant new de­ may not know me by velopments have been ap­ proved with less controversy. name or by company, Preliminary plans for a but many of your large mobile home park along friends and neighbors 76th Street have been ap­ do!.f£ pr KEVIN MEATON, proved, and a public hearing was to have been held on the GR1, CRS project last evening. If it re­ BA: Marketing, MSU ceives final approval, the park Saving Gun lake must meet state regulations, Woylond Caledonia 4 Delton and it must await the comple­ Office: 1-800-241-5253 tion of the township sewer Home: (616) 795-7274 line along M-37. REAL ESTATE Glen Valley Estates, a large on M-37 between 76 & 68th EAST SIDE CALEDONIA �4, 1994 i Page 7 network against crime in the village area. Another new network aimed at preventing problems is the Parent Network, which just got organized this fall Established as a means for caring parents to communi­ cate with each other, its pri­ mary goal is to fight substance abuse among area young peopte. The townships new Future Growth Committee studies area issues as an advisory committee for the Township Board, and the new Sewer Committee is dealing with the issues of the Campau I ake project. The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / January IN REVIEW, from 6 Village Council in October. The library Another issue that no doubt will carry over into 1994 is the Structure and funding of the Kent County Library System. Locally, the County Board caused a buzz of dissent among several of its member branches with assessment jumps for 1994 In Caledonia, the Township Board declared that its 1994 assessment of $47,500 was too high, and tendered a letter of intent to withdraw from the system. Area citizens, however, did not want to lose the library, and in the end. both the town­ ship and the county made some concessions The township rescinded its intent to withdraw, but said it would not fund any new staff for its branch or for any other branches While this step def­ initely lowered the Caledonia assessment, it left a difference of S 1.212 between what the township said it could pay and what the county assessed after dropping the staffing request. Librarian Jane Heiss said that rather than cut hours, she preferred to cut services, and had decided Io drop periodical subscriptions in order to meet her tightened budget. The Caledonia Village Council, however, stepped forward and offered to pay the periodical budget, using the $700 it had budgeted for the original staff increase and adding the $500 it ordinarily budgets for its share of library operation and maintenance. While the Caledonia library is secure for next year, the county system faces much in­ ternal dissent. Caledonia was not the only branch to threaten withdrawal, and the county has asked its director to step down from his post, partly due to the problems with the local branches. Ten Year Level Term Life Insurance: LowCost Peace Of Mind Also stepping down after many years in office was Village Council Trustee Hugh Kegerreis, who also served several terms as council president. Steve Antecki was chosen to fill Kegerreis' seat, and an­ other new council member. Paula Moerland. later took of­ fice. replacing Doug Lecktka. who moved out of the village. The village also hired its own planner. Mark Sisson, from W & W Engineering New township staff include Deputy Township Clerk Joyce Abbott and Deputy Township Treasurer Char Veenstra Perhaps to be decided m yet another election, will be whether the Kent County Library will become a district system, funded by a voter-ap­ proved millage, rather than by township and city assessments and funds from the county New faces in official places After many years on the Caledonia Township Planning Commission and then the Township Board. Supervisor Jerry Good announced in July that he would resign the of­ fice. after serving only the first year of his second term. Lifelong Caledonia resident and realtor Tom Garbow was Char Veensfro was hired appointed to serve in the post as the Caledonia Township until the 1994 elections, w hen Deputy Treasurer. he must run for election if be wishes to remain in the posi­ tion Gar bow has said he plans to run. Steve Antecki was ap­ pointed to complete Hugh Kegerreis unexpired term on the Caledonia Village Council. Antecki now is running for Village Treasurer. Positive Partnerships Not all local groups formed Sad news and then in 1993 got together to protest some good news: a governmental action. The • The state and nation Caledonia Neighborhood mourned the death of Watch was formed in Sept­ See Review, Page 8 ember as a preventive Weekly Specials RITE AID IBUPROFEN g99 TAVIST-1 ORfBOQ TAVIST-D 16 TABLETS TABLETS OP CAPLETS 100‘S NYQUIL OR DAYOUIL COLD MEDICINE 6QZ.UQUCAPS 12S. 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School and community all five buildings continued to work on their individual members shared in the May 19 traditional ceremony of school improvement plans turning over the soil at the and each decided, for Kraft Avenue rite of the $16 instance, bow they wanted to million middle school, slated use technology dollars in their buildings. The district this to open in the fall of 1995. The facility will bouse year paid $10,500 to join for sixth-, seventh- and eighth­ seven years an interactive graders who now attend television network that links classes in the north wing of Caledonia schools to 10 other the high school-middle school area high schools and complex. Once the middle colleges The district received sctxx >lers move into their own $30,000 worth of television building, the present middle equipment provided by grants school will be renovated for from Steelcase, the Grand high school use, expanding Rapids Foundation and others the high school's capacity to to participate in the twoway broadcasts 1,100 students. Though the equipment is The 9.000-square-foot high school addition also was be­ housed at the high school, all gun in 1993, with plans to district school can participate open It for use at the begin­ in the network. The improvement effort at ning of the January semester of the present school year. Caledonia High School re­ The room will be set up with ceived a boost in August a bank of computers, all when CHS was approved for hooked into resource membership in the nationwide networks for students to use Coalition for Essential in their research. The center Schools. The coalition is an also provides individual work organization of schools spaces and small group spaces which arc rethinking and redesigning their courses, for teams of students to meet. their systems and their The middle school, the ren­ structures to belter prepare ovation of the present middle school and the construction of students for the world in the learning center all were which they will be working funded by the bond issue ap- and living. by Barbara Gad Starters and Alternators $27®’O trom jV EXCHANGE male. $499 RRCULAR CAQQ Blades AntiFreeze Gallon <^6wert“ $M’Swindshield washer Fluid ,89c Lock ------ J I s2"M De-icer Sf 69 western Auto SMALL ENGINE PARTS & SERVICE On M-37 in Caledonia rocfeH 1^1 2** - 891-1484 School ond community officials, students and citizens joined in the Moy groundbreaking for the new Caledonia Middle School. The learning center added to Caledonia High School is expected to be completed for use in the second semester of this school year. The specialized room will provide students access to computer networks and spaces where they con work on class, individual or team projects. The biggest help from the coalition will be its support for educators who are trying to move away from schools designed for a work world which no longer exists. "There has been little impe- IN REVIEW , continued from Page 7 Michigan Congressman Paul Henry of Grand Rapids, who died in July of brain cancer. He was succeeded in the of­ fice by former State Senator Vem Ehlers, also of Grand Rapids. • Caledonia also mourned the death of two students, who died in separate accidents within a few days of each other. CHS senior Vito Lombardo died last fall in a traffic accident, and CMS eighth-grader Dan Shurmack died in a shooting mishap. ft MANPOWER® TEMPORARY SERVICES NEW HASTINGS OFFICE! 127 N. Market, Hastings, Ml 616-948-3000 We are currently accepting applications in the following areas: Data Entry Word Processing Customer Service Receptionist tus and practically no support for change, sometimes not even among educators," said Caledonia Superintendent Robert Myers, commenting on the high schools acceptance into the coalition. Assembly Inspection Machine Operation General Labor EXPERIENCE WHY MANPOWER IS THE WORLD’S LARGEST TEMPORARY HELP SERVICE! ALL SHIFTS • HIGH PAY • GREAT BENEFITS EOE Located just behind River Bend Travel • Open Monday thru Friday 8 am to 5 pm • Rates for residents using the Campau Lake sewer dis­ trict will be going up this year to keep the sewer district op­ erating "in the black." • Local businessman Larry Alkema donated nearly an acre of Kinsey Avenue land to the village and township. Located just behind the vil­ lage-township hall, the parcel could provide the access needed to extend Maple Street to Kinsey. • The village sewer expan­ sion is proceeding smoothly, and the initial assessment dis­ trict for the townships M-37 extension of the village sys­ tem was established. • Caledonia Township is working with neighboring townships to gel paved a sec­ tion of lObth Street west of Whitneyville Road. • The Caledonia Show n Shine Car Show was a big success in its second year on Main Street. More than 250 cars of all makes and models lined the street on the last Saturday in August. • The Barber School was fi­ nally moved to a permanent foundation near the village­ township hall just as the year ended, with restoration to be­ gin in 1994. Neighboring Bowne Center celebrated the restoration of one of its his­ toric buildings in the summer of 1993 with plans to restore its one-room schoolhouse, also "The coalition supplies that support, and I think it will re­ ally help our teachers." The district also was pleased to announce to its taxpayers that it had saved SI.2 million long-term by re­ financing its 1992 bonds. That balanced the bad news the district received in September that it would receive $300,000 less from the state in 1993-94 for mandated programs, in­ cluding special education, vo cational education, transporta­ tion and employees’ social se­ curity. 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Caledonia students and audiences also applauded the students stage production of Grease. Here, the Burger Palace Boys stay cool for a photo Standing, from the left, are Brent Bone her, Steve Young. Todd Hoek. Ray Stewert and Jason Buys. Kneeling are Brian Carter and Tim Burri. • In June, 156 seniors re­ ceived their diplomas at high school ceremonies, and an­ other 21 received diplomas at Community Education gradu­ ation. • At the high school, both Interim and Teen Institute again enjoyed success and will be held in 1994. • Caledonia students of all ages earned honors at the 1993 Kent County Youth Fair, with Troy Bowman winning the coveted Senior Showmanship Sweepstakes trophy. Elementary schools in the Caledonia district continued to cut across subject area boundaries by using thematic' units like this one on dinosaurs at Dutton Elementary. Derick Quillan, Nicole Hertel, Heather Westra and Christina Hayward enjoy a miniature diorama displaying the mighty beasts. From previous page- revenues. The crisis over state funding for school operations still has not been resolved since the State legislature in July eliminated the property tax as a revenue source. Though the legislature came to an agreement on a new package late in 1993, state voters still must make the final decision in 1994 on how the state will fund its public schools. In other 1994 Caledonia school news: jScriiy Wcwn/u 'RENTAL FOR ALL YOUR TEMPORARY NEEDS • Incumbent Steve Donker was re-elected to the Caledonia School Board, de­ feating two challengers. • Caledonia Schools imple­ mented a breakfast program in March. • Also in March, the CHS News began its broadcasts. The station now presents the morning announcements at the high school and films school events. Caledonia Cable Coordinator Rick Wyma also leaches a televi­ sion production class at the high school. 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Ml I January 4, 1994 Yankee Springs Township faces residents, ordinance changes bv Margaret Fowler Staff Writer A group of Yankee Springs Township residents made their voices heard during 1993. The Yankee Springs Awareness Committee filed a lawsuit against the township hoard in the adoption of the 1993 94 budget The group claimed that the required public hearing was not conducted properly and that they had no opportunity to voice their opinions Township officials chimed that it was properly held. but. the board would schedule another public bean ng on the budget and readopt it after the new hearing Ironically enough, no changes in the budget were made The Yankee Spring Township Hanning Commis­ sion has been working to up­ date the township ordinances. In 1993. two major changes included the adoption of a Bed and Breakfast Ordinance and Sub-Division Ordinance The commission along with several other interested citizens have been reviewing the entire ordinance this fall to make any necessary changes and clear up discrepancies They hope to finalize those changes early in 1994 Plans for a satellite fire sta­ tion in Yankee Springs Township were completed Thornapple Township Emergency Services moved Pumper 856 to the new storage area on Chief Noon­ day Road in Yankee Springs. Having a truck right in the area will provide better and faster service to a fire. Township waler customers may have also noticed a slightly different taste to their dnnking water After several tests this sum­ mer indicated the need for the public water to be chlorinated Official Village Council Minutes Villoge to look into the poaaibili ty of inatolhng sidewolk the loat block of Greenwood before Bonder Rood Thia request sent to Public Work* Committee for rocommendot tort. Preaident announced two seminar* for Employee* of the Villoge to ottend Council reviewed the Froter no I Order of Police Controct Discussion held VondenBerg moved that Council approve the 3 yeor Police Officer legal Coun cil Controct with the Villoge Support by Oliver 5 aye* ond 1 noy Motion carried Oliver moved the printed bill* be poid Support by French Aye* all Carried I 8" WATERPROOF/INSULATED I I GORE-TEX* BOOT I I - Waxy Brown Leather I -1000 Denier Maxi Brown Cordura® I - Gore-Tex®/Cambrelle® Lined I Bootie I - 200 Thinsulate Insulation™ I - Removable Cambrvlle Covered Orthotic Insert I - Brown Oil Resistant Lug Outsole I - Carbo-Tec™ Construction I In stock only I I I ■ Caledonia Farmers Elevator I 146 E. Main, Caledonia ■ 891-8108 I Oliver moved the following transfer be allowed General Fund to Payroll Fund. $30.000 00 Support by Schell mger Aye* all Carried. Bray moved that Council adopt the Resolution to Change Water ond Sewer Connection and Quarterly Service Rot** for Mobile Home Park* Support by French. Roll coll Bray aye. French aye Oliver aye Schell mger aye. VondenBerg oye. ond Myer* oye. Motion carried. letter read from C Tec Cable Sy»tem» of Michigan Inc Council ond Police Chief Shoemaker reviewed the November Police Activity Report Tom Newhof from Prein & Newhol updated Council on th* wastewater treatment plant im­ provement* project schedule Discussion held Dave Worthington project manager updated Council on State Revolving Fund monies for the wastewater treatment plant project, discussion held. Council ond Manager Man­ ahum reviewed the Manager's Report. Bray moved thot Council redo Villoge * Land Controct with Most Holy Rosary from 10% to 7% with a 5 yeor pay off. Sup­ port by VondenBerg Ayes oil. Carried. Broy moved that Council authorize Manager Monshum to pay Villoge Employee* the lost two pay checks in one pay period, for accounting purposes Support by French. Ayes oil. Carried Oliver moved that Council enter into Closed Session for the purpose of discussing selling of Villoge property Support by French. Roll coll. Broy aye French oye Oliver oye. Schellinger aye. VondenBerg oye. ond Myer* oye. Motion carried. Council entered into closed ses sion ot 8.43 p m Council returned to regular session at 9 02 p.m. Scheilmger moved thot Coun­ cil approve m theory rhe concept of selling lots 8 and 13 of the In­ dustrial Pork to Hillco Inc. for sum of $1 000 00 provided al1 other terms ond conditions ot such a sole can be met (i.e., grant requirement* occupancy t*me limits etc. set up by Village Attorney) Support by French Aye* ail Carried French moved thot Council in­ vito Hillco fnc., to formody apply *o the Village of M^ddfev.lle for Act 62. of 1963 financing for the.r proposed bukbng project at the MrddfemHe industrial Pork Support by VondenBerg Aye* oN. Corned Broy moved thot Council pay Manager Monshum vacation pay that ho* no* been taken this year Support by VondenBerg Aye* aM. Comed With no further business Oi r*er moved for adjournment Support by Broy Ayes ail. Corned Meeting adjourned ot 9:20 Vdiage Clerk Greta 7. Blough— FREEPORT - Greta T. Blough, 92, of 237 Beech Street Freeport passed away Tuesday. December 28, 1993 at Pennock Hospital. Mrs. Blough was born on September 4. 1901 in Balti­ more Township, Barry Coun­ ty, the daughter of Oliver and Mary (Beach) Johnson. She was raised in the Baltimore Township area and attended the Hendershot Country School, graduating from Hast­ ings High School and received her teacher’s certification from the Old Barry County Normal. She taught two years in Barry County Country Schools. She was married to Jay Blough on October 4, 1923. She lived all her married life in the Freeport area and for the past 40 years at her last address tn the Village of Freeport. She was employed as the Freeport Librarian for 20 years. She was a life member of the Freeport Rebekah Lodge and a life member of the Pythian Sisters. Mrs. Blough is survived by son and wife, Keith and Frances Blough of Kentwood, son and wife. Robert and Mary Jane Blough of Hastings, son and wife. William and Joyce Blough of Freeport; daughterin-law, Elvira Blough of Middleville; 12 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; sister. Madeline Wheeler of Boyne City. She was preceded in death by her husband. Jay in August 1961; son. Richard in 1987; grandson. Larry in 1963; greatgrandson. Gregory in 1988; a brother. Charles Johnson and sister. Elsie Slocum. Funeral services were held Thursday. December 30. at the Wren Funeral Home with the Reverend Philip L. Brown officiating. Bunal at the Free­ port Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Freeport Library or Emphysema Foundation. Burdette ‘Buzzy’ Lewis--------------------------- MIDDLEVILLE D*comb*r 14. 1993 Pr**»d*nt Myers coll*d th* mooting to order ot 7 02 p m Pro*onf ifay French. Oliver, Schellmger ond VondenBerg Absent Mugrtdge Guo«t* Tom Newhoi. Villoge Engineer for Woatewoter Treat­ ment Project Rkk Watson from the Grond Ropidt Pres* ond Dove Worthington. Project Monogor Municipol Foci lilies Section Svrfoce Water Quollty Section Michigan Deportment of Noturol Resource* Minute* ot th* November 23 1993 meeting were approved os rood Request from resident* of Greenwood Street osking Obituaries {300) MIDDLEVILLE - Burdette (Buzzy) Lewis, 76, of Middle­ ville, passed away Thursday, December 30,1993 at Blodgett Memorial Medical Center. Mr. Lewis was born on November 8,1917 in Leighton Township, Allegan County, the son of Wilbur and Nellie (Jordon) Lewis. He was raised in Leighton and attended Leighton Township School. He was married to Margaret Misak on May 25, 1939. He was a self employed mechanic and worked on outboard motors at Baughman Manna. He was a Veteran of World War II, serving in the United States Army. He was a member of Wayland VFW and Kalama­ zoo Antique Engine Club. Mr. Lewis is survived by his wife, Margaret Lewis; one daughter, Phoebe Jane (Ted) Richards of Wayland; two sons, Charles Lewis of Shelby- Lois Henning___ MIDDLEVILLE - Lois A. Henning, 66, fought a coura­ geous long battle with Cancer, passed away December 31, 1993 at Tucson Medical Center, Arizona. Mrs. Henning was bom on May 6, 1927 in Middleville, the daughter of Clive and Minnie (Potts) Churchill. She was raised in Middleville and attended Thornapple Kellogg Schools, graduating in 1945. She was married to Gerald E. Henning on May 19,1946 at Middleville Methodist Church. She was a homemaker and a member of Sew-Sew Quilting Club. Mrs. Henning is survived by her husband, Gerald E. Henning; three daughters, Lynn (Gary) Bier mac her of Middleville, Deborah (Thomas) Griffith o( Tucson, Arizona, Judith (William) Miller of Middleville; one son, Scott (Carol) Henning of Middleville; eight grandchil­ dren; one great-grandson; two sisters, Ethel Pol hem us of Hastings, Mary De Smit of Middleville; many nieces and nephews Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Thursday, January 6 at the Beeler Funeral Chapel, Middleville, with Reverend Lynn Wagner officiating. Bunal at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Middleville. Memorial contributions may be made to Barry Community Hospice. Visitation will be held Wednesday, January 5 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the Funeral Home. ville, Cil Lewis of Hopkins; eight grandchildren; six great grandchildren; one brother, Russell (Edna) Lewis of Middleville; one sister, Minnie Gibson of Hopkins. Funeral services were held Monday, January 3 at the Beel­ er Funeral Chapel, with Reverend Lynn Wagner offi­ ciating. Burial at Yankee Springs Cemetery. Wayne L. Steeby daughter-in-law, Alan and Jackie Steeby of Caledonia; daughter and son-in-law lohn and Joan Shear of Middleville; son, Gerald Steeby of Caledo­ nia; son and daughter-in-law Donald and Diane Steeby of Grand Rapids; grandchildren: Rebekah (Shear) Kooiman and husband Luke, Julie and Stephen Shear, and Spencer and Erin Steeby, and one grealgranddaughter, Stephanie Kooiman; a brother and sisterin-law, Arthur and Joyce Steeby of Hastings; two nieces Susan and Janet. Funeral services were held Monday, January 3 at the Leighton United Methodist Church, with Reverend Ray Townsend officiating. Burial at Hooker Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Leighton United Methodist Church Music fund. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Home of Middleville. LEIGHTON TOWNSHIP Wayne L. Steeby, 78, was called home by his Lord on Thursday, December 30, 1993 at Springbrook Manor. Mr. Steeby was bom on October 29, 1915, in Leighton Township, Allegan County, the son of Elmer and Mary (Kaechele) Steeby. He attended Caledonia High School, graduating in 1933 and attended Michigan State for two years. He was married to Alice M. Cox on October 20, 1950. Mr. Steeby was a lifelong resident of Leighton Town­ ship, and served as Township Supervisor and assessor for 37 years. He was a lifetime member of Leighton United Methodist Church, taught Sunday School and served as Sunday School Superinten­ dent. He was also a long time Farm Bureau member. Mr. Steeby is survived by his wife, Alice; son and Henry Dykstra-----------------------------MIDDLEVILLE - Henry Dykstra, 79, of Middleville, passed away Tuesday, Decem­ ber 28, 1993 at Butterworth Hospital. Mr. Dykstra is survived by his wife, Emma Dykstra; four sons, Henry (Linda) Dykstra of Middleville, Russell (Donna) Dykstra of Middleville, David (Barbara) Dykstra of Middle­ ville, Paul (Sheila) Dykstra of Freeport; two daughters, Laura Adams of Alaska, Carolyn (Jim) Buer of Caledonia; 19 grandchildren, 26 great­ grandchildren; several nieces and nephews He was preceded in death by two grandsons, Dan Dykstra and Mark Dykstra; one great grandson, Steven Riley. Funeral services were held Friday, December 31 at the Beeler Funeral Chapel, with Pastor Bruce Stewart officiat­ ing. Burial at Mt. Hope Cemet­ ery, Middleville. Memorial contributions may be made to Radio Bible Class, Grand Rapids. ZYLSTRA DOOR, INC. ‘‘Where the customer comes first" GARAGE DOORS AND OPENERS RESIDENTIAL . COMMERCIAL • Sales • Service • Installation Member of the Grand Rapids Homebuilders Association 698-72A9 " ****** zv,stra —Stan OWNER — 3086 92nd S E., Caledonia_________ �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I January 4, 1994 I Page 11 Scots’ state champion harriers, excellence highlights sports year With another year in the books and 1993 just a mem­ ory. it is interesting to look back over the past year and revel in the accomplishment of high school athletes It is their victories and losses, joys and disappoint­ ments which will affect their furures and how they accept the days following Dec. 31. 1993. In thumbing through the past articles in the Sun and News, several articles leap off the page and grab the sports fans attention: Caledonia's girls' cross-country team liter­ ally running away with the Class B state championship. Middleville's Erin Wolverton losing to the No. 1-ranked player in the state at the state tennis championships. Trojan Carla Ploeg leaping 17 feet. 7 3/4 inches to win her third straight Class B long jump stale title, the loss of Scots running back Vito Ixxnbardo in a fatal traffic accident It is up to history to choose which will be the most re­ membered. the most treasured or the most talked about. A community usually rallies around the winners of championships and treasures the victories and feels the pain of loss as much as the players on the field, court or course There was joy in Mid­ dleville and Caledonia when the varsity girls' basketball teams both took home district championships. Both made it to the regional semifinals be­ fore bowing to the inevitable. What accomplishment will be remembered by the high school student body? There are many to chose from: • Besides winning the state Class B crown, the Caledonia girls' cross-country team places five of Its members on the All-State team, including Katie Sobczak, Sarah Hegel, Shannon Houseman. Karyn ’The good time and the bad ’ Members of the Caledonia High School Fighting Scots football team present to the parents of Vito Lombardo, the jersey worn by the standout running back who was killed in an accident one week before Ns final lootball game Middleville's long-jumper extrordinaire Carta Ploeg. was also a stand out basketball and volleyball player She returns in 1994 to try and better her marks in volleybal and track and field Duba and Sarah Parbel Beth Parbcl and Meredith Denison weren't far behind, finishing 30th and 48lh. respectively, in the state meet. • Trojan Mike Marble, sweeper for the district run­ ner-up soccer team, being named All-State. • Scot harrier Pete Parbcl takes second in the state Class B cross-country run. is named to the All-State team. • Trojan wrestlers wins the O-K Blue Conference title again in 1993. • Caledonia's volleyball team wins the district champi­ onship. • The Middleville girls' cross-country team lakes the O-K Blue and two runners, Sarah Mateson and Wendy Wisnewski are named all-con­ ference runners. • Mike Wilson, a former Caledonia basketball standout, is named the new coach of the girls' basketball team. • Former standout wrestler and assistant wrestling coach Scott Marvin is named to the athletic director's slot at Mid­ dleville. • The Fighting Scots' Paul Minder, a fleet-footed soccer star, is nominated for the all­ state soccer team. • T-K'i Brad Williams shoots the second lowest golf score in Trojan history and leads the O-K Blue Conference in individual lowmatch average • The Caledonia soccer team, playing only one home game all year, wins the district championship. • Middleville's girls' golf team sets a new match record, firing a 173 over Calvin Christian and breaking the old record set at the Yankee Springs golf course. • Three Scots set track and field records when Katie Middleville man is charged in Caledonia athlete’s death A 28-year-old Middleville num has been charged in the October automobile death of a Caledonia High School senior and faxball player. Timothy A. Tape was ar­ raigned Dec. 17 on charges stemming from the Oct. 23 death of Vito Lombardo. 17. after a car-pickup truck acci­ dent on M-37. Tape is facing a charge of manslaughter with a motor vehicle, which carries a max­ imum sentence of 15 years in prison or a $7,500 fine, or both. He is also charged with causing a death by driving a motor vehicle while drunk, which is punishable by up to 15 years m prison or a fine of $2^00 to $10,000. or both. A charge of failing to stop at the scene of a personal in­ jury accident has also been brought against Tape. That TK matmen fall to Rockford, edge Big Rapids Kiley Webster, who wres­ tled at 112 pounds against Rockford and at 119 against Big Rapids, and Ty Middleton (171) were the only two Middleville varsity wrestlers to win both of their matches in a double dual meet Dec 21. Rockford downed the Trojans 55-9 but the TK wrestlers rebounded to beat Big Rapids 33-30. Webster defeated won his first opponent 6-0. and pinned his second at 1:23. Middleton won his first match 14-7 and his second with a 38-second pin. Sean Crofoot (119) also had a victory over Rcvkford in a 7-5 decision. Other winners over Big Rapids were Joel Appel (189) with a pin in 2:45. Andy Nelson (103) with a 7-6 deci­ sion and Ben Osborne (112) and Sieve Lehman (160) both woo by forfeit. The Trojans now have a season dual meet record of 31. They will wrestle against Hamilton and Allendale at home Thursday, Jan. 6. charge is punishable by up to five years in prison or a $5,000 fine, or both. Tape was released on a $5,000, 10 percent bond. A Jan. 5 pre-exam in Hastings' 56th District Court has been scheduled, along with a Jan. 7 preliminary exam. According to Barry County Sheriffs deputies. Tape’s ve­ hicle hit Lombardo's at about 1:30 a m. on Oct 23. while Lombardo was driving home. Lombardo was northbound on M-37 when Tape, who was driving south in his pickup truck, crossed the center line and hit Lombardo s car, pin­ ning him inside, deputies said. Emergency workers who arrived at the scene had to work for some time to free Lombardo, and be was then transported by Aero-Med io Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids He died at 4 p.m. that day from his injuries Lombardo s passenger and Tape were not reported in­ jured in the crash In addition to being a start­ ing fullback for the Caledonia Fighting Scots. Lombardo was a member of the track team. Sobczak is clocked at 11:21.8 in the 3200-meter run. Liz Mast throws a discuss 136 feet, three inches and Karyn Duba finishes the 1600-me ter run in 5:16.4. • Middleville's Dave De­ Haan and Mark Pullen are named to the O-K Blue All­ conference tennis team. • Lady Scot Liz Mast re­ tains her title as state cham­ pion in the discus. • The Middleville girls' softball team wins the district championship, fails in a bid to win the regionals after down­ ing Belding 10-0, when Wyoming Park shuts the team down 11-0. • The Caledonia girls' junior varsity basketball squad logs a perfect 20-0 season. There are others who set records aixl performed well in the field of athletics, too nu­ merous to mention here. It will be up to the public to de­ cide and history to judge if the deed will be remembered past 1993. The Caledonia High School State Class B State Champion Cross Country team included: (front row, from left) Jill Hoffman, Shannon Houseman, Sarah Flegel and Keri Bloem. Second row: Coach Dave Hodgkinson. Beth Parbel, Karyn Duba, Angie Stack, Meredith Denison and Sarah Parbel TNrd row: Katie Post. Audrey Warner, Katie Sobczak. Barb Warner and Stephanie Worman Not pictured are Tricia Davis and Andrea Sholmer Members of the 1993 district-winning girts’ basketball team from Caledonia are (front row. from left) Michele Colburn, Amanda Wolfert, Jodi Vander Velde. Rachel Comegys. Heather Dodge and Jenny Miller Second row: Coach Mike Wilson. Danielle Gallert. Angie Wilkinson, Heidi Hoekstra, Sue Grevers, Katie Donker, Betsie Weaver. Jamie Oatley and asst coach Katie Kowalczyk �Page 12 I The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I January 4. 1994 Call for Classifieds... PLACE YOW? ADVERTISING MESSAGE HERE • 795-1145 Gravel mining still hot topic in Yankee Springs Rates: 5 words for $2.75 then K>* per word. If you pay in advance, you save 50* billing charge. 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It's not really a classroom addition, though classes will meet there It is called a "learning lab" and it is designed to be a classroom (hat enables students to learn by doing Scheduled to open with the new semester Jan 17. the $1 million "lab" won’t house a single test tube It will, however, be furnish ed with 28 computers which will be set up in one area of the room Other areas will be furnish­ ed with tables and chairs, where students can work, and already built into the walls are marker boards, sinks and storage spaces Since more than one class al a time might he working in the lab. moveable partitions, just like those used in offices, can separate classes, but be mov­ ed to realign the room when other groups come in. “We’ll be able to set up dif­ ferent centers for learning as needed.’’ said CHS technology teacher Ron Hu 1st. who has played a big role in the design of the new lab. "This room will look more like the modern office en vironment than the traditional classroom with its rows of desks and chairs But it w ill be an environment that will help us meet the differing needs of kids doing work, just like an office is set up for differing 12 WkSTUiGS. Ki < Caledonia High School's new $1 million learning lab covers a 9,000 square-foot area at the southwest end of the high school. It is designed to accommodate the technology and the teaching of skills students need in today's world. work needs "All our computer net­ works and resource capabilities are right here. "And. if the students want to go outside the classroom to work, they can work in the hall." Hulst explained that the hallway around the new lab is really pan of the learning enSae Learning Lab. Page 2 Fifty-one calves die in blaze Fire engulfs livestock barn at Caledonia dairy farm by Barbara Call Staff Writer Every cloud is supposed to have a silver lining. The dark cloud of smoke that hung last week over Plea­ sant Acres Dairy Farm in Caledonia has its little ray of hope. too. It has four legs and moos, and he has a new name. "Lucky." The three-month -old calf is the only survivor of a Thurs­ day morning fire that destroyed the calf bam at the farm, which is near the in­ tersection of 100th Street and East Paris Avenue Fifty-one calves in the bam. ranging in age from just a few days to three months old. perished ’’Lucky’’ somehow escaped from the barn and was found later in the morning, cold and hungry, but unhurt, except for a few scrapes and scratches. "He was the oldest of the calves in the barn at thejime. and we think that when he smelled the smoke, he must have jumped out of his pen and somehow pushed open a door.” said Kathy Kosters, whose family owns and operates the dairy farm “We didn’t think any of the calves had survived, and then we got two calls, one from a bus driver and one from a neighbor, to say that one of our calves was running around in the field "I thought the poor thing would have to be put exit of its misery, but he doesn’t have a bum on him anywhere. Just those scrapes "The other little guys (in the barn) never had a chance Caledonia Fire Chief Butch Welton said the fire was reported at 3:20 a.m.. and the roof of the bam already had caved in by the time the department arrived "There wasn’t a lot we could do. other than put the actual fire out." he said. "There wasn’t anything to save by that point." Strong easterly winds fann- This three-month-old Holstein is the only survivor of a barn fire that killed 51 other calves at Pleasant Acres Dairy Farm in Caledonia. His scratches and scrapes daubed with medication, the little bull calf has been named Lucky.' ed the blaze once it broke out, he said. Caledonia was assisted by the Dutton Fire Department, but the bam burned to the ground. Welton estimated the loss of the bam al $25,000 and the loss of the calves at $15,000 "We estimate the loss of the calves by their market value," Welton explained, himself a dairy farmer "Fortunately, the fire did not reach any of the other barns or livestock." Gerald Kayser, who owned the barn, and operates the farm along with Paul Kayser and Ed Kosters, said that an electrical malfunction is See Dairy farm burnt, Page 2 In This Issue... • Caledonia grad joins national actors competition • Mining operation request back on the boards in Thornapple • Caledonia planners send new Glen plan to Twp. Board • Freeport woman named Nashville bank manager An electrical malfunction is blamed for the fire that totally destroyed the Pleasant Acres calf barn early Thursday morning killing the livestock inside High winds fanned the blaze. �Page 2 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I January 11, 1994 LEARNING LAB, continued from front page Even the hallway around the new lab is designed to provide places for students to work. Seating along the wall and glassed alcoves like this one are ideal spaces for groups to plan protects outside the actual classroom. vironmcnt It is designed w ith spaces for both individual and group work Study carrels in one area of the “hall,** for instance, pro­ vide individuals a place to read or write, while triangular shaped seating areas lit by glass block windows provide places for groups to discuss and plan projects outside the actual “classroom " “We’ve talked extensively about how to better involve our students in learning.” Hulst said “In this room, the students can be engaged with the learn­ ing process because they will have what they need, right here "If a student, for instance, doesn't have the necessary Students who wont to work by themselves can work computer applications at a karel like these, which also are located in the hall knowledge for a project, the around the lab. Wiring for the computer terminals is teacher and the computer and nearly completed. the computer network will be right here.” or five teachers actually will ‘The problem was how to “This kind of classroom be using the room, but the design the interior space so will allow us to go beyond computer networks in the lab that these classes could work simply ’knowing’ to ’do­ have been hooked up to all here. ing,” said Caledonia Schools computers in the building, so “Originally, the idea was to Superintendent Robert Myers. that students can access the divide it into four classrooms, "Projects, portfolios, per­ lab's information networks but that was dropped. Why formance these are the kinds from any terminal in the divide the space we've been of activities that soon will be building wanting into four boxes?" going on in all schools." "We don’t even know all Hulst explained. "Just knowing things’ isn’t the possibilities yet." Hulst CHS technology students enough any more.’’ agreed said even have had a chance to Hulst The classes that will begin help design the interior of the "This room is designed for to work in the new lab will be the new styles of learning, the English computer applica­ where students do work and tions macro class and the must show what they can do. STAR 9 classes, both of Right now. we’re trying to which make extensive use of make the traditional learning through projects and Telephone Exchanges classroom fit these new working with the technology for Nearby methods of learning resources Communities “And. we’ve been able to Hulst emphasized that the build in all the technology we learning lab is definitely not can. Now we have all kinds of just another media center Alto______________ __ 868 capabilities right here that we "There will be classes here, Banfield...................... 721 didn't have before ” involving perhaps 75 to I00 Battle Creek.......... _...... 963 Hulst said that initially four students.” he said ... >RIN Letterheads Business Cards Envelopes Brochures Wedding Invitations MORE Quahty Printing at Affordable Prices! Call 945-9554 or stop by 1952 N. 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Local businesses and parents also have offered expertise. As Hulst said, everything the student would need during his-her class in the lab is at hand. It is fairly selfcontained, has its own restrooms and there is even an enclosed room with a folding wall for conferences. Hulst pointed out that everywhere there are marker­ boards. "so you can get the ideas down." Computers, tables and chairs, moveable partitions, open areas, even a couch, everything can be moved around. Nothing much is built in. permanent “We can easily create dif­ ferent environments within the classroom as we need them." Hulst said. “The world today changes real fast, and education has to keep up. In this classroom, we didn’t want to put in too much of anything permanent “The key here is to be fiexi- blc. ready for the ready for change DIARY FARM BURNS, from front page believed to have started the fire. Paul Kayser, who with Kosters owned the contents of the building and the livestock, said that all was well when he checked the bam at 11:30 p.m. No space heaters were in use in the bam, though the weather was very cold. Welton said that an elec trical fire could have smoldered undetected for hours before actually breaking into flames A Kent County sheriffs deputy actually sptxted the fire first and a neighbor called it in and then woke the Kosters. As the Kosters and Kaysers Thursday began the painful job of cleaning up. area fanners arrived to help out “There was no organized effort," saxi Kathy "One by one they just started showing up They worked with our guys until everything was taken care of. We really appreciated The bam and the calves are insured, said Gerald Kayser, but pointed out that the lost calves are not just a monetary loss, but a loss of careful breeding as well. "Many people may not realize how carefully we breed our calves,” he said "This is several months worth of breeding, gone now. And it's a terrible way to lose your animals." “Fire is one of the things a farmer fears the most," said Kathy. She doesn't have to explain Resting in a special pen is just one lucky little calf instead of 52. future, Stop and see — your choice is clear. Richard J. Choryan, O.D. DOCTOR OF OPTOMETRY 133 E Main St. Caledonia, Ml 891-9224 Make Citizens Your Choice For Insurance in Michigan Citizens Insurance Company has grown front a ptonerr of automobile insurance founded tn 1915 Io become the largest writer of property and liability insurance through indcpc-ndcnt agents in Michigan Today. 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Readers of high school age and older are invited to join Participants arc challenged to read at least 15 books: readers who achieve their goal will be awarded a 1994 edition of “Let It Snow" coffee mug and will be eligible for a drawing for a $50 savings bond from Old Kent Bank Readers may register for the club at any branch of the Kent County Library System. Participants will receive a reading log and a coupon for a buy one. get one free dinner at Carlos O'Kelly** Mexican Cafe Club members may read any hooks of their choice, though they're en couraged tn explore new genres and discover new authors This is the third winter for the Let it Snow" club. The library registered 350 readers the first year, and 800 the se cond Cathy Clair, branch manager of Kent County Library’s Krause Memorial branch in Rockford, says a reading club with prizes and incentives is a great way to motivate adult readers “Our patrons are happy that we offer a reading chib especially for adults.” Clair said “Many of them would come in and register their kids for our children's clubs, and arc pleased with the oppor­ tunity to participate themselves The mugs arc really popular The club is a lot of fun. when it's over peo- pie always ask how soon they can sign up for the next one " ‘Let It Snow' will culminate in a gala celebration at the Gerald R Ford Presidential Museum April 2i Popular mystery novelist Barbara D Amato will be the featured speaker The event will include refreshments awards, and air personalities from WOOD-AM and EZ 105.7 FM The two radio stations have joined the Kent County Library System m promoting reading as a worthwhile leisure time activity WOOD-AM and EZ 105.7 FM are excited to become involved with this spectacular reading club put on by the Kent County Library System." said Juli Agacmski. promotion direc­ tor "We are pleased to join with the Let It Snow winter reading club and provide the community a chance to break away from the winter doldrums and expand their minds' horizons." Barbara D Amato's presen­ tation, has been underwritten by a grant from the Michigan Humanities Council m con­ junction with the Legacy 1994 women s history project. ' Barbara D Amato is an acclaimed and accomplished mystery writer who happens to be a native of Grand Rapids." says Kent Counts Century 21 relocation director appointed Superintendent’s Corner Grand Rapids (telephone 243-1385) and 9809 Cherry (891-9201). Library Youth Services Coor­ dinator Pamela VanderPloeg "This will be a wonderful opportunity fix Kent County readers to meet an author who has worked with the organiza­ tion Sisters in Crime' to achieve recognition for female mystery writers around the country "Let It Snow" is sponsored by WOOD AM and EZ 105.7; Lacks Enterprises. Inc ; Old Kent Bank. Michigan Na nonal Bank. First of America Bank, and Carlos O'Kelly s Mexican Cafe Fix more information, call the Kent County Library. 774-3253. or the Caledonia Library branch at JNI i 502 or the Alto branch at 868-6038 CHS driver education registration begins Feb. 1 Information packets and registration forms for driver education can be picked up in the office by anv Caledonia High School students eligible this summer Two th rec-week sessions will be taught, with the first beginning June 13 and the se­ cond on July 6. Class times during each session will be determined by enrollment CHS Assistant Principal Bob Szvmoniak said that registration forms must be returned to the office by Feb 18. so schedules can be com pleted and returned .o students by early March To be eligible for driver cd this summer, a student must be 15 years old by June 13. Any questions about the classes should be directed to Szvmomak at the high school office. 891-8129 by... Steve Garrett Superintendent of Thornapple Kellogg Honoring the school board January is School Board Member Recognition Month in Michigan I would like to dedicate this Superintendent s Comer to in formation about the local Board of Education and the important role board members have in the education of our children and to recognize the Thomapple Kellogg board for the job they do In Michigan, each of the 560 public school districts is governed by a board ot education Under slate law, school board members are stale officers who carry out the state’s educational obligations at the local level. The primary function of the board is to oversee the education of the people in the community Members of your local board are elected to four-year terms on a non-partisan ballot by voters of the community. The board has seven members: Mrs. Jan Siebesma. president; Mrs. Wen­ dy Romph, vice president; Mrs. Wanda Hunt, secretary ; Mr. Donald Williamson, treasurer; and Mr. Gary VanElst. Mr Dan Parker and Mr Richard Roth, trustees Local school board elections are held on the second Monday in June Anyone eligible to vole in the school district may run for election to the board School board members may be tax­ payers, parents, non parents, business people, young people 18 years of age or older, or senior citizens. In short, school board members are citizens representative of the community they serve. How do school boards make decisions? They can act only during legally called board meetings individual board members, acting on their own. have no legal authority to act on behalf of the board An action of the board is not valid unless voted at a meeting by a majority of the members elected to and serving on the board When making decisions, the school board seeks the advice and counsel of me district s administrators and staff , as well as obtaining input from the community and specialists What is the most important consideration in making a board decision'’ School board members are trustees, responsible for a trust established by the community The most important beneficiaries of this trust arc the students Even though board members are directly accountable to the people they represent, their primary obligation is to ensure that students needs arc met Are school board members paid for serving on the board of education'’ The answer varies from district to district Michigan law provides that board members may be compen sated at a rate of up to $30 per meeting for not rruxe than 52 meetings per year Thornappk Kellogg Board members receive $15 per called meeting, however there is no stipend paid tor committee meetings or any other meeting or service thev mav perform Arc local school boards needed ’ Our system of local school districts and boards of education epitomizes representative and participators government citizens elected from their com­ munity making decisions about educational programs based on community needs, values and expectances It is your local board that allows for community p*rt*ctpte*xi in that decision-making process School boards not only repre­ sent the public locally. but also translate the needs of students into policies. plans and goals. Local lenders make communities work’ 1 would like to salute our board members and thank them for a job w ell done Timothy Wilkinson Real Estate professional Timothy Wilkinson has been appointed relocation director at Century 21 Property Cen­ tre. announced the two-office firm's owners Beth Nausadis and John Bauw As such. Wilkinson will handle all aspects of the relocation process — home sales, home search, home pur­ chase and additional moving services for both the Grand Rapids and Caledonia offices In addition, as a Century 21 relocation director and VIP specialist, he is equipped to coordinate referrals between Century 21 Property Centre and the Century 21 system s international network of referral relocation offices Century 21 Property Centre has offices at 2012 28th St. in TAKE A FEW MINIFIES TO GO THROUGH YOUR GARBAGE Etvr)' week more than SOO,000 trees are used to produce the two-thirds of newspapers that are never recycled American consumers and industry throw awav enough aluminum lo rebuild our entire commercial airfleet erm /Anv monlhii Serving our Country Charles E. Ruetman Manne Pfc Charles E Roetman. son of Charles E. and Marion K Ruetman of 6950 Glen Creek Drive. Caledonia recently graduated from the Manne Corps Basic Combat Engineer Course. During the course at the Marine Corps Engineer School. Manne Corps Base. students study the fundamen­ tals of engineering support for combat units and receive in cedures for building bridges, roads and field forufkariom. Studies also indude the use We throw awav rnnu^N, glass bottles and lars to fill the 1 3504oo< twin tmten of New York $ World Trade Center every bro verbs Wr throw awav enough iron and steel to ion/muousi} supply all the nation v automatons The ordinary bag of trash you throw away is slowly be­ coming a serious problem for everybody Not only are we running out of resources to make the pro­ ducts we need, but we re running out of places to put what's left over U rite the Environmental Defense Fund al 257 Park Avenue South. Sew York. W10010, for a free brochure that will tell you virtually everything you need to know about recycling. The few minutes you take to learn how to recycle will spare us all a lot of garbage later teciuuques The 1993 graduate of Caledonia High School joined the Manne Corps ui Apnl 1993 IF YOU RE NOT RECYCLING [73^7^0 YOU’RE THROWING IT AU AWAY. tZS'T feE! �Page 4 / The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I January 11. 1994 Neighbors with... NORMA Good Morning everyone Are you all relaxing from the Christmas rush’ Now we will be entering in­ to the January blahs Hope that most of you will be free of the flu that is going around the area Our daughter. Mary, who lives near Portland. Ore . said that at Christmas time the schools had a 33 percent absence from the flu going around Each week, when I have called you folks there are more and more of you that seem to have the bug. I had an appointment for VELDERMAN Dr Brown s office and they called me to ask if 1 would cancel my appointment for my usual physical because they were just swamped with flu and I wasn't sick. I thought that was very thoughtful of them, as I wasn't sick and sure did not want to get the bug Ted’s daughter. Chris, stayed with us for a little over a week during the holidays I love having my grandchildren around for a while It was a very good learning experience for me She and I clash quite a bit She is 13. very alert. loves people, but like a lot of children that age. warns to help everyone by pointing out how they could improve themselves Being a strong willed opinionated person, it irritated me to see my own faults walking around in front of me When I was blowing about her inability to help with house chores. Johnny or me. it came back to me. to my childhood when I was that •fe Mother was a nurse, and my sister Lyda was trying to make me do the job that mom had asked me to do. It was just to take my turn at doing the dishes. Lyda locked all the windows and doors and caught me and sat on me until gave my promise that 1 would do it. on my scout's honor, before she let me up She was trying to help take off the load from mom and I was such a buned in Middleville. Mt. Hope, on Monday The Thornapple Heritage Association will meet the fourth Wednesday in January. instead of the third Wednes­ day. at our house. Hope that I let all of you know of the change See you all then if the weather permits Jerry Spencer said that the St. Louts family left and things are now settling back to normal. All the grandchildren there helped to decorate the tree and then a granddaughter put them all away It was the first tune they had done both, and it was so wonderful to have them all pitch in. Lu Ward said that all the children were home and together Thursday for the big family get-together Her daughter and grandson went back to Indonesia on the Fri­ day afterward. stinker That was the only way she could make me take my turn at the household jobs. With that flashback memory . I could only say that time had dimmed my memory of what a stinker I had alway s been But it still irritated me to see my own faults parading around in front of me. my faults that I had handed down to my grandchildren Why can t you hand down just the good points and not the faults1 It sure brought to me how still at my age 1 have so very much more to grow yet. Greta Greiner said that the family all came home for Christmas and then she went over to her daughter for New Year's. She said that she helped with the food bank at the Baptist Church on Monday. Russ Bender said that his brother-in-law died and was No. that is wrong she is go­ ing back this Friday a week after New Year's. Maureen Robinson said that she has her two grand­ children. ages 3 and 6. for two weeks, so she will be kept busy but she enjoys having them there. As with most grandparents, we love to have them and watch them grow But we are glad to see the back of their heads, just glad that we can help our children when we are needed. Bettv Newman wanted me to ask all of you if there was any organization in the area that was collecting old Christmas cards to send to St. Jude's Hospital for the childen to use in their handicrafts If so. could you call her at 795-9211 so she can con­ tribute hers? Continued on next P*9* - - LOCAL CHURCH ,2 DIRECTORY 'IZ A rrnr-r ty a mrirnr ALASKA FIRST BAPTIST BAPTIST CHURCH CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE A l iving Church — Serving a Living Lord SUNDAY....... 9 45 a m.. 11 00 a m A 6 00 p m WEDNESDAY............................ Family Fellowship Prayer & Bible Study 7 00 p m. 7240 68th Street. SE - Caledonia 2 mile* east of M 37 Pastor. Rev Brian F. Harrison "Youth Pastor. Darrel L Schrock Music. Jeffery C. Vander Heide M-37, north of Middleville Bruce N. Stewart, Pastor Lee Taylor, Assistant Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Wonhip Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer Word of Life Clubs.................. WELCOME TO CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH A church with a caring heart for our community and the world’" Sunday Services....... 0:30 a m & 6:00 p.m M-37 at 100th St., Caledonia, Ml Church Office: (616) 891-1512 Rev. Gerald Van Oyen Al Tiemeyer Community Calling CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Pastor Mark Beers 9:45a.m. 11:00 a.m. 6:00p.m. 6:45p.m. 6:45 p.m. — W* "J|l ~ ''' Pastor Scott Taylor Reaching People With Christ 8:30 am to 9:30 am — First Worship Service 9 30 am to 9:45 am — Coffee Fellowship 9:45 am to 10:45 am — Sunday School 10:45 am to 11:00 am — Coffee Fellowship 11:00 am to 12:00 — Second Worship Service Nursery and Childrens Church will be provided during both services ■Set an eumple m speecn. tn Ms. m low m tart* me in punty ____________ t Timothy 4 12 s- v Sunday School........................................ 9:30a.m. Sun. Morning Worship.......................10:30a.m. Evening Service..................................... 6:00p.m. Rev. Bernard Mulder, Pastor 868-6306 LEIGHTON UNITED METHODIST Located in Leighton Township Phone 891-9259 Barrier Free • M-37 between Caledonia A Middleville RAY TOWNSEN). Poster UM DOUBLESTEIN. Youth Director Children » Church Y.wth Worship dunny morning wrvica, Canway St puppet mmiurv lor K4th during evening vervitev Sunday School.................................... 9:45-10:45 Wednesday Night "Family Night”...... 6:45-8:15 lndudn Adventure Club. Churn for Children «nd Sdulh High School Yinrth Group ind Adult Clauev For information call: 891-81 19 891 -8028 MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 708 West Main Street St. Paul Lutheran MISSOURI SYNOD (Come join our family WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH Rev. Robert Gerke 891-8688 Office / 891-8978 Church 8546 Whitneyville Ave at 84th St *891-8661 AS* ' * j Vi CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST "The Church where s somebody. and Jesus ChnsfsloKf Sunday School__________________ .930 am Sunday Mommg Wonfio............ -...... *030 am. Scrday Everung Wowvp.......... ^...600 pm Wee Mowee* J*oyer 5 Boe Study...... 7 00 p m iftWar Japan Rartr S&ejaasor. *aun::OBK}r hkacDr. Kev. Bobby Dale Whitlock 111 Church Street Parmelee Morning Worship........... 9 30 a m Middlevilie Sunday School............ 9 45 a m Mtddlevtlle WorsNp............... ....... 11 00 am Cornerstone Wesleyan Church 5590 Whitneyville Ave . S E Arto. Michigan 49302 Pastor Jeffrey Lee 1000 a.m 11 00 am 6 00 p m Phate 795-7076 4 jKS' 12200 Chief Noonday Road (al Gun l^kc) Wayland, Mu.higan 4934M • 7W-79O3 Barner Free / Programs for All Ages . igjES. 1 Sunday Worship 1000 am dk. Sunday Sc hool 11 15 « m Wednesday CA Z J Family Sight 6 (JO p m 11 Church Office Phone — 795-9266 Jbc CDIH ®imr JFrlhurti»t Church Services — Sunday School _ .... Mormng Worship .... Evening Worship GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH Rev. Lynn Wagner — 795-3798 Rev. Carroll Fowler — 765-5316 “God Cares for You” Church School...................... 9:30 a m Choir Practice ...................... 9:30 a.m. Meeting at the Comer of Worship Service............................10:30a.m. Wood School Rd. and Wing Rd. 250 Vine Street Church Office 891-0669 Parsonage 891-3167 795-3667 MIDDLEVILLE and PARMELEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES 8 30 am. 9.45 am. 1100 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship YOU ARE INVITED Rev Roger Timmerman. Pastor Cod's family) Kraft Ave. & 84th St., Caledonia, Ml Saturday Evening Mats........................... 5 00 p m Sunday Mass.................... 9 00am A 11 00a.m 8:30 or 11:00,6:00 Sunday Worship Services Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Morning Worship Service............ 10 00 a m Sunday School.............................. 1115am Evening Worship Service...............6 00 p.m Rev. James Cusack Peace Reformed Church Sunday Morning Worship (Interpreted tor hearing impaired)........................ 9:30a.m. Sunday School.......................................................... 11:10a.m. Sunday Evening Service............................................ 6:30p.m. Pioneer Club (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday... . ................ 6:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting - Wednesday........................... 7:00 p.m. Youth Fellowship - Sunday.............................. 5:00 p.m. Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street 1 • CHRISTIAN REFORMED 6201 Whitneyville Avenue L Game* United Brethren Church Kalamazoo Avenue at 92nd Street Caledonia Michigan Telephone 606-8252 LAKESIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH 1 ' 7 I AlfCCinc Sunday School.............. Morning Worship.......... Evening Worship The Reorganized CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST of Latter Day Saints 10 00 a m. 11:00 a m 6 00 p.m. Weanesday Prayer Meeting/ Children's Classes 7 00 p m Rcrde Bailard, Pastor - 86^6437 - Ml46 6Mth S< near Whaneyvdle Ave. Church School. sunda;. 10 00 am. Morning Worship 11 00 a m "7 Evening W orUup . 6 (X> p m Wed FellowUup........... 7 30 p ni <2- ® (in home* or church) call Pastor Lloyd DeVonner Sr. 897-7-407 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I January 11, 1994 / Page 5 Freeport woman wins non-alcoholic drinks contest by Margaret Fow ler Staff Writer Tasty dnnks don’t need to have alcohol, and Marsha Heald of Freeport can prove it It's hard to stop with just one ’ glass of her “Anna Banana Sipper" that won her first place in the Kalamazoo Regional Contest for non­ alcoholic drinks sponsored by AAA Heald found out about the contest when she went to her AAA office to add another vehicle to her insurance policy “I thought it would be kind of fun and I did have some good recipes to use." she said Though she had only gotten this recipe in December when she attended an anniversary parly for some close friends. Heald decided to give it a try. Heald's entry made it to the regional finals On Sept 15. she and 14 others gathered at the Black Swan Inn in Kalamazoo to whip up their drinks and let the judges taste them At that stage, each drink was judged on taste, ap­ pearance. how easy it could be made, easy availability of ingredients, and the presentation They didn’t tell us to do anything special for our presentation." Heald said. But. I decided to set it up using the banana theme with a Christmas touch "The judges thought I had done this before. And. I won the regional " Heald competed with four others in the slate competition that was held in Detroit on Oct 16. The state winner was chosen st net I v on taste. Heald said Marsha Heald of Freeport working on her recipes. “I had a kN of fun and may enter the contest again next year." she said “Maybe I’ll try something with guava." The recipes of all 15 semifinalists were panted up into a "Great Pretenders Par ty Guide" published by AAA This was the 13th annual contest, which is held to pro­ mote alcohol awareness dur­ ing the holidays. AAA still has some of the guides available at local AAA offices In the meantime, here is Heald's recipe: “Anna Banana Sipper" 4 c pineapple juice 6 med ripe bananas 24 oz orange juice Bassetts to celebrate 65th anniversary Clare and Louise Bassett of Buehler Road will celebrate on open house, Jan. 22 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the United Brethren Church Annex in Freeport. The Bassetts were married on Jan. 19, 1929, at his cousin's home near Clarksville. Friends and relatives are invited to help them celebrate the occasion. No gifts, please. The couple s children are Doris Geib, Alice Strouse, Jerry and Mary Poll, and a daughter-in-law, Dorothy Bassett. A son, Adelbert Bassett, passed away in 1987 The couple also has 11 grandchildren, 17 great­ grandchildren and six great-great-grandchildren. | GET IN SHAPE FOR SPRING g S with T.K. Community Education Recreation Activities $ £ OPEN GYM Middle School Big Gvm Thursdays 7 00-8:00 Students. 8 00-9:00 Adults Cost: $100visit W ATER AEROBICS High School Pool Tuesday Thursday 7 15-8 00 P M Cost $30 00 session or 54 00 visit HALL walking High School Monday Thursday 6:15-9:00 P.M Cost Free Not Available during school vacations or cancel Inions FITNESS FOR YCH (Step Aerobics) Page Gy m Mondav. Wednesday. Thursday 6;30-7:30 P M Cost Monthlv $30 00-3 x week. $24 00-2 x week $17.00-1 K week OR $4 00 visit ADLLT LAP SW IM High School Pool • Monday Thursday 4:30-6:30 PM A Saturday 1 30-2 30 Cost . $100 usjt For further information on any Community Education activities call 795-3397 1/2 c. lemon juice 116 qt. water 4 c. sugar 2 two-liter bottles of 7-Up Put water and sugar in a sauce pan and bring to a boil to dissolve sugar. Let cool. In a blender, blend bananas and lemon juice (make into a puree). In a large bowl, mix sugar water, bananas, pineap­ ple juice and orange juice. Stir well. Put into freezer and let set Thaw about one hour before serving into a punch bowl and break into chunks with fork. Twenty minutes before serving, add 7-Up. Makes about 140 punch-cup size servings. MIDDLEVILLE NEIGHBORS. Elaine Northrop said that the Methodist women are put ting on the Soup and Supper 1 should have gotten it last week, for the first one was Fnday. the 7th. and then every two weeks after that for three months So don’t miss them folks They are a good bus. have good food and you always get to see people you don’t manage to see otherwise Barb Stauffer said that her brother Gary and wife and their daughter and grand­ daughter came up Sunday for a belated Christmas II was a ten-month-old grandson not a granddaughter He took his first step while they were here. Lib Palmer said that her daughter Beatrice’s grand­ daughter had been up here visiting. She left on a Friday and her baby was bom on Saturday after she had just gotten home. Pretty close tim­ ing. but all went well. Katie Wierenga is on the mend from the flu. but now Ed has it Shake it off quickly. Ed Ett Van Sickte is busy, busy and just loves it. She is so wise knowing just what she can handle working and being JiaffordableL Family Dental Care Ronald B. Stegehuis, D.D.S. 891-1240 Middleville blood drive exceeds goals by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Middleville’s first blood drive of 1994 was a "great success." according to coor­ dinator Vickie Rick The drive, which was held Monday. Jan. 3. netted 63 pints of blood, three over goal This was the first time that the blood drive was held at the First Baptist Church on M-37. "It went really well. So. the next dnve is going to be at the church, too." said Rick. "We’re really excited about the new location and are very grateful to the church." she continued The Jan. 3 dnve attracted three first tunc donors and many regular donors earned pins for reaching gallon milestones Carl Bates reached seven gallons Velma Glass and Francis Tobin hit the four-gallon mark Jewell Ordway earned a three gallon pm And. Beverly Middleton hit two gallons Area merchants who helped out by donating juice and cookies included Pastoor's and the Middleville Lions Matt Hernandez Paul Her­ nandez and Mike Hula tent a hand to help load up the Red Cross truck with equipment at the end of the day RkL said that many other voiuteers helped as nurses and to register donors :ndludmg Florence Filia, Joanne Barnes. Dons Apsey. Jerne McKarver. Kim Bender. Greceta Greimer Mary Poll. Edith Miller. Elaine Nor­ from 4 with family She keeps herself busy, but doesn’t do more than she can handle Pat Hiltay said that last weekend she and Jerry went to Ohio to visit both parents They had a four-day weekend and had a good time I did something different Wednesday George Kramer, my Brailte teacher from Vi­ sion Enrichment Services, asked me if I would be on a board at Vision Enrichment Every five years they, as a service organization, have a committee come and check them to give them accredita­ tion for the next five years. I went as just one person who has received their wonderful help with my vision trouble I asked him if he real­ ty wanted me. because I am a veritable talking machine He very diplomatically said that we only had two hours and w ould steer me away from too much talking It was a nice experience for me from a different point of view. They are an indepen dent organization started in 1913 by a educated woman to help fill a great need. They cover 13 counties Well, have a good week Visit with all of you folks next week thrup. and Lois Bremer. More volunteers always can be used, said Rick, and she in­ vites anyone interested to give her a call at 795-9461. The next blood drive will be held June 27 with a goal of 80 pints. Wc welcome new patients. Please call for your appointment available Monday-Saturday. 9505 Cherry Valley Rd. Caledonia - on M-37 in the new State Farm Bldg just north of the light. laumu iWHp A New You for the New Year! Receive $500off Hair Color Hi-Lite (Reg. l25.oo) (Reg. $35.oo) or You MUST BRING THIS AD FOR SAVINGS. Offer Expires February 15, 1994 3363 68th Street S.E. (In Dutton Professional Bldg) Caledonia, MI 49316 HAIR SALON (616) 696-1991 Open Monday-Saturday/Wednesday & Thursday 'til 8 p.m. �Page 6 / The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I January 11. 1994 Dr. Robert Schiller commends restructuring efforts State School Superintendent visits CHS last week by Barbara Gall Superintendent of the Michigan Department of Educat ton Dr. Robert Schiller said be liked what be saw dur mg Thursday morning visit to Caledonia High School Accompanied by the Dean of the College of Education of Ferris State University. Dr Scott Whitener. Schiller toured the building, observed classes and talked with in dividual students and teachers Before departing, the two educators also met with a group of students for a half hour and then with a group of staff members for an hour School board members and administrators also joined the discussion groups *1 think Dr Schiller was very pleased with what he saw happening at Caledonia High School." said Caledonia Schools Superintendent Robert Myers "Our legislature is passing all kinds of bills to try to get schools to undertake changes, and Dr Schiller indicated that the efforts he saw at Caledonia were just the kinds of things he is proposing to the legislators " Schiller told the CHS staff that met with him that among the recommendations he is making to the State Board of Educat ion are professional development, more technology for student use. team planning for the staff, student portfolios, and membership in the Coalition of Essential Schools Caledonia demonstrates to me that all of these are gixxl ideas,” Schiller said. Schiller and Whitener came to Caledonia to see what kind of progress the school has achieved under the restructur­ ing effort partially funded by state grants CHS also received a i Kellogg Foundation grant to restructure its science program Myers said that he thought Schiller was especially im­ pressed with the student ex­ hibitions required in class and the senior exhibitions now be­ ing required for graduation "He also was interested in the block classes and portfolio program." Myers said. CHS Principal Tonya Porter said that she was glad to have Schiller visit He confirmed that our move toward portfolios and student exhibitions are in line with expectations from the state, she said "Then, when he spoke with the students, he helped them understand that what we re doing (in Caledonia| is m line with both state and college expectations." Porter said that in one class, students asked Schiller why portfolios were important, and he explained to them that the purpose of the portfolio program is self-assessment. "We’ve been trying to ex- Dr. Robert Schiller (left). Superintendent of the Michigan Department of Educa tion, spent Thursday morning visiting Caledonia High School. Here he ond Dr. Scott Whitener. Dean of the College of Education at Ferris State University, visit with CHS students. Th« two visitor* ol*o visited with Caledonia School Board members and CHS staff. Teacher Ron Hulst (left) ond board member John Finkbeiner listen to Dr. Whitener's comments. plain that too." she smiled, "but it helps when they hear it from someone like Dr. Schiller "He also discussed with (hem the need for change in education According to teacher Ron Hulst. Dean Whitener told staff members that colleges and universities are going to have to find a way to include student portfolios in their ad­ missions procedures. Whitener said that results from standardized tests, like the SAT and ACT tests, were not always gixxi indicators of a student’s future success "He said that a standard!/ ed test score only tells you what the student knows at the time he or she takes the test. It doesn’t tell you what the stu­ dent will be able to do in the future." Hulst said Schiller told the CHS staff that change always is difficult. I know that it is hard for some parents to accept that schools should be different than the schools they attended. I would like to communicate to all parents statewide that your school is different from most, and I think you are doing the right things. ’’ — Dr Robert Schiller and especially, it seems, in education "I know that it is hard for some parents to accept (hat schools should be different than the schools they attend ed. I would like to com municate to all parents statewide that your school is different from most, and I think you are doing the right things." Schiller said Missionaries to Peru to visit Middleville Sunday, Jan.16 a bachelor's degree in history and social studies, and a master of divinity degree Following graduation from college, he became editorial assistant for Wesleyan World. The position helped him get acquainted with missionary personnel and develop a heart­ beat for missions. His wife. Charlotte (Lawn), grew up in Jamestown, N.Y . as part of a gifted Catholic family. She started college at Goshen (Indiana), transferr­ ing to Houghton College, then to Indiana Wesleyan Universi­ ty. where she completed re­ quirements for a bachelor's The Rev Gary Wiley, mis­ sionary to Peru, will speak at the Cornerstone Wesleyan Church on Sunday. Jan. 16 at Il a m (located at the corner of Woodschool and Wing Road). Wiley, was bom in Mat­ toon. III., and divided his growing years between Oregon. Suriname and In­ diana. During his senior year in high school, God spoke to him about becoming a mis- SORE FEET / ANKLES? Assignment Accepted! Medicare, B.C.B S , PPO, HMO Diabetics • Adult & Children Foot Problems v & I( KENT PODIATRY J Terrence J. Emiley, D.P.M. 612 Main Street in Caledonia 9 Call...891-9133 degree in nursing She first sensed a call to missions while attending Urbana ’76. After Gary’s graduation from Asbury Theological Seminary, the Wileys were pastors al Middleville Wesleyan Church. They studied Spanish in Costa Rica before goinfto Lima, Peru, in I98X During ih.it fit.i assignment in Lima, (hey established a new church in the Santiago de Surco district The Wiley* have three children Kristina. Michelle, and Eric. An audiovisual presentation will be part of the program. BOOKS, BOOKS, BOOKS Rev Gary and Charlotte Wiley sionary He prepared to foikiw God’s call by attending Bartlesville Wesleyan Col­ lege. Indiana Wesleyan University and Abury Theological Seminary. He has MAINSTREE„ MIDDLEVILLE^ •MTXXJES* Downtown Middleville • 795-8800 KEYBOARD LESSONS ALSO PIANO and ORGAN By Fred Pelton (20 years of teaching) BEGINNER THRU ADVANCED GROUP or PRIVATE CHILDREN and ADULT ENROLL NOW! Caledonia Community Education Phone 891-8117 Caledonia Neighborhood Watch members to meet The Caledonia Village Neighborhood Watch organization will hold a "brain storming session at IO a m. Saturday. Jan. IS. The purpose of the meeting is to plan some fund-raisers and also some community events that »ill be »u« for tun. said Watch Co-Chairman Sieve Antecki This meeting is not a train ing session for Watch volunteers, he emphasized. We simply want to Sit dkmn and brsunsiorm ways to raise some money tor our pro grams, and also to gather ideas for community events that will be fun and help neighbors get to know each other better Antes.ki urged anyone in­ terested in the Neighborhood Watch program or who has some ideas to contribute, to attend the meeting, which will beheld at the village-township hall. 250 Maple Anyone with questions should call Antecki. 891-9401 HOURS Ttmttoy Stouxtey Oto* F.xtoy togM UN * Sunday -toy cIMnew" STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY ■all us for a quote for all of your insurance needs. • Auto • Life • Health Home • Business • Investment Caledonia Village Centre 9365 Cherry Valley Avenue Caledonia, Ml 49316 891-9294 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I January 11, 1994 I Page 7 Freeport woman named area bank manager "When the position came and bad worked in the open I was asked if I were in­ banking field in 1978 at terested,' said Titus. 'It has Wayland State Bank in always been my goal to be­ Freeport." She said that she finds the come a branch manager My other banking jobs helped banking field more conserva­ provide training for this posi­ tive and less stressful than the hotel industry. tion." Titus is using her first week Titus graduated in 1987 from Davenport College with of work to get organized in an associate s degree in man­ "My primary goal i« to get agement She is continuing her studies there and is work­ ing toward a bachelor s degree in management Before working in the banking world, Titus was a front office manager at the The counseling department Residency Inn in Grand at Thomapple Kellogg High School will present Finan­ "1 decided that it (hotels) cial Aid Night** for all in­ wasn t the industry I wanted terested parents of seniors to be in," said Titus. "I planning to attend colleges or wanted lo change directions universities Tuesday. Jan. II, Staff Writer The Nashville branch of the Hastings City Bank got a new manager last week after the retirement of Eloise Wheeler Aletha Titus of Freeport was chosen for the job. She started with Hastings City Bank in June 1989 as teller supervisor at the Caledonia branch. She moved up to loan administrator at the bank's main office in Hastings in January 1990 and stayed there for three years before transferring to the Middleville branch as branch supervisor in January 1993. After staying in that posi­ tion for a year, she was pro­ moted to her present position in Nashville as branch man­ ager out and meet people and get involved in some local clubs/ she saki. Titus' responsibilities at the bank will include handling mortgage and commercial loans and supervising the other employees. She lives in Freeport with her husband. Terry, and their three children ages 23. 21 and 17. Financial aid meeting set at TK jFrom Our Readers in the high school, auditorium beginning at 7 p.m. Mary Ellen Novakoski. director of financial aid at Aquinas College, will present information and answer ques­ tions concerning available financial aid and the completitxxi of financial aid forms. All parents with questions or concerns are strongly urged to attend Aletha Titus is the new manager at the Nashville branch of the Hastings City Bank She started work last week after the retirement of Eloise Wheeler Dissolving village is complex issue They concluded that dissolution was not cost effec­ The issue of village dissolu­ tive. They discovered the tion is very complex ‘administrative savings'* On the surface, village would have to be used to dissolution may appear to be cover some debts The main ompie This is the position issue became one of taxes ver­ presented by Consolidate sus services Caledonia However, the 1 know, Caledonia is not legal, financial, and service lake Orion But the laws and issues arc not being fairly social dynamics still apply to presented both, regardless of what ser­ In the summer of 1991, the vices are provided and where village of Lake Orion faced the funds come from. the dissolution issue. They Caledonia has more to gam. conducted a study that made including financially, by stay­ the citizens face some startling ing a village. facts: As a village resident, your 1) The citizens would only tax dollars are locally used save $34 in taxes. 2) The for: street repair, snow plow­ quantity and quality of ser­ ing. street lights, street vices provided by the village sweeping, block grant funds, were reduced by at least 70 the sewer system, which was percent. 3) The complete loss paid off as of December 1990. of the local Department of brush and leaf pickup, library Public Works would occur. 4) support and a tree program The continuation of any ser­ This is a partial list of vices, after dissolution, would services. have to be paid by special Also, if the village were assessments. These dissolved, the village zoning assessments are separate from ordinances may become in­ property taxes and are not come incompatible with the deductible 5) Village in­ township's. For example, the dependence would be lost and township now is considering local ability to respond to whether or not to allow a situations would have to be mobile home park Assuming through the township or coun­ it is allowed and the village is ty. 6) (.Xher government funds dissolved, will this new or­ would be lost to the village, dinance apply to what is now but would revert to the the village * township To the editor. Since there is village pro­ perty that could be developed, will a mobile home park be allowed if the village is dissolved’ I do not know I raise this to point out how complex the issue of dissolu­ tion really is! Keeping the village as it is means all the various activities arc under local control. There are many intangible benefits we need to keep. Financial analysis does not take these into account. Perhaps you need to consider them In closing, the dissolution of the Village of Caledonia is similar to going the wrong way on a one-way street. You may avoid a few initial crashes, but it’s an accident waiting to happen. With all the proposed development, the sewer ex­ pansion. and the possibility of municipal water, it is ex­ tremely reasonable to keep the village as it is. There is more to gain, both for you and your children. Steve Antecki Save Our Village Caledonia Township won't want to take over village Local taxes to be discussed on local cable TV Township Treasurer Ruth DeVries will discuss local taxes on this week s seg ment of 'In Tune With Your Local Government.' The show will air Wed., Jan. 12 at 7 p.m. on Caledonia Cablevision Channel 16, and will repeat during the evening for the convenience of residents. Caledonia Township Treasurer Ruth DeVries and Caledonia Cablevision Coor­ dinator Rick Wymo discuss the graphs to be used in tomorrow's show in which DeVries will try to clear up common misunderstandings about local taxes. OES planning meeting tonight Caledonia Chapter No. 97 Order of the Eastern Star, will celebrate its 100th year this summer. The OES will be ringing in the new year tonight at its regular business meeting at 7:45 p m. at the Caledonia Masonic Temple All members of Eastern Star are welcome. Lunch will be served by Don and Dorothy Dutcher and Joyce Jousma To the editor: FREE Ms husband and 1 have liv­ ed in the Village of Caledonia for more than 50 years and have paid village taxes. Now, Market Analysis How much is your home worth? Thinking of selling or buying? Coll me for a free market analysis. You may not know me by name or by company, but many of your friends and neighbors do! _ grateful for the services we receive KEVIN HEATON, GRI. CRS BA: Marketing. MSU tand is why Mr. Fred Fleischmann, who is not even a resident of our vdUge. is so concerned about my taxes h s also hard for me to believe the township, with all the problems they have right now. would warn to take over the village' Lodema Schroder Cakdoma Village BINGO Worfond Cohdomo 4 REAL ESTATE Office: 1-800-241-5253 Home: (616) 795-7274 THURSDAY oui/z a c^-j-co-ounti 'no. MEMBER OF IAAM NSPA INC. • INDIVIDUALS • CORPORATIONS • PARTNERSHIPS • FARMS • BUSINESS • ACCOUNTING • PAYROLLS ELECTRONIC FILING (Federal & State) Financial Planning Centre This year we have been accepted to participate in the federal as well as the ’State of Michigan Electronic Filing. No extra charge when we are the preparer HASTINGS OFFICE 509 W APPLE — HOURS Mon Fri 9 am to 6 p.m Sat 9 am to 1 p.m Sun Closed 945-5429 FAX # (616) 795-3420 M1OOLEVILLE OFFICE 111 BROADWAY 795-3387 ’State ot Michigan is limited to refunds only and form 1040 and CR's •This is a Pitot Program for 1993 returns �Page 8 I The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / January 11, 1994 Caledonia grad joins national actors’ competition Northern Michigan Univer­ sity graduate student Kathleen M Etor of Las Vegas. Nevada, along with juniors Christopher Koike of Holly and. Caledonia High School graduate and Chadwick W illiams of Athens. Pa . par ticipated in the American Col­ lege Theatre Festival Irene Ryan Acting Scholarship Competition This is the second Ryan nomination for both Koike and Williams, who is a native of Caledonia The three Forest Roberts Theatre actors were selected on the basis of their perfor­ mances in "The Night the War Came Home." the Nor­ thern Michigan University en­ try in the 1993 1994 nation wide Kennedy Center/American College Theatre Festival Etor. Koike and Williams competed w ith more than 300 other actors from Michigan. Ohio. Wisconsin. Illinois and Indiana during the KC/ACTF Regional* Jan. 5-8 at the University of Wisconsin Green Bay The top prize is a SI.000 regional scholarship and an all-expenses-paid trip to Washington. DC to per­ form in “An Evening of Scenes" at the Kennedy Center during the national festival in April “An Evening of Scenes" is viewed by leading directors, producers and casting agents Two of the student performers are awarded $2500 scholar­ ships to the institution of their choice. “The Night the War Came Home" by Hindi Brooks of TK Bulletin Board ( alendar of Events Jan. 11 — P E T meeting at 9:30 a m at McFall Middle School basketball. 8th, there. 7th, here. High School basket­ ball. at home against Hastings Jan. 13 — H.S wrestling, here at 7:00 p.m Jan. 14 — At McFall, singer/Moryteller David Sioen perfor­ mance. Parents of Tuesday/Thursday children are invited to bring their chnld to any of the performances (9:30. 11 00. and I 45). Page Spelling Bee (can you spell BUZZ?) M S. basket­ ball. 8th here. 7th, there H.S. basketball, Calvin Christian, there Jan. 15 — MS. volleyball vs Caledonia. 7th there. 8th here M S wrestling, there, at 9:00 a m Freshman volleyball vs. Allegan, there. 8 a m H.S wrestling at the Olivet Inv., there Jan. 17 — 1/2 day of school at the High School, dismissal al 10:45 am M.S. volleyball vs. Godwin, there H.S. volleyball vs. Belding/N'view, here Jan. 18 — Parents as Partners at the High School at 7:30 p.m., room 202. High School 3rd hour final exam. H.S. basketball vs. Wayland, here. Ixxiking Ahead Jan. 19 — 4th and 5th hour final exams al the high school. Parenting Class, 7:00 p.m. at Middle School library (see infor­ mation below). Jan. 20 — 6th and 7th hour final exams at high school. Jan. 21 — Hat day at West. 1st and 2nd hour final exams at the high school. End of 1st semester. Noteworthy News: Jackie Schmitz, elementary school social worker, will be leading a Parent Education Support Group in January. This will be the fourth year this class has been offered. The Parenting Class is geared for parents of elementary aged children. The Systematic Training for Effec­ tive Parenting (S.T.E.P.) program will be used as well as other pertinent materials. This will be a discussion format rather than lecture Topics will include relationship building, problem solving, causes of misbehavior, discipline techniques and help­ ing children develop responsibility and self-esteem. This class will meet in the Middle School Library on Wednesday evening from 7-9 p.m for nine weeks, beginning Jan. 19. The class is free and the books can he borrowed, or purchased for $10. If interested, please call the M.S. at 795-3340 to register Quote of the Week: “Wimer is not a season; it’s an occupa­ tion " (Siclair Lewis) Chod Williams Santa Monica. Ca.. was the winner of the 16th annual Shiras Institute/Mildred & Albert Panowski Playwriting Award competition Set in Detroit during the 1943 riots, it was a searing and compel 1 mg drama of one family's struggle to survive through the night and a multi-cultural “Romeo and Juliet ” The play was directed by Dr James L. Rapport and presented Nov. 17-20 as the second production of the 1993-1994. “Hit Parade­ theater season. Etor, who played the benevolent mother Esther, will be teamed up with An- Heritage Day panel to meet Jan. 17 The next Heritage Day Committee meeting will be held at 7:30 p m Monday. Jan 17. at Village Hall in Middleville Anyone interesting in mak­ ing a contribution to the plan­ ning of the next festival is en­ couraged to attend FITNESS FOR YOU Held at Page Elementary SCHEDULE MON. WED. THE RS. Step Power Step Power Step 6:30 6:30 6:30 — *35 for 10 Classes — .BRING COUPON TO CLASS and GET . i !s5.00 Off First 10 Classes • drew Gall, a senior from Caledonia, in a comic scene from "The Valentine Fairy" by Ernest Thompson. She will also sing "I Don't Want to Know " from Jerry Herman's “Dear World.’’ Koike, who was seen as the frightened young AWOL Danny, will perform a comic scene from Jane Willis’ "Slam" with Owosso senior. Darnel Roberts His solo piece is from "Shivaree" by William Mastrosimone. W illiams, who appeared as the stalwart romantic Chris, will present a monologue from “Ceremonies in Dark Old Men." by Lonne Elder and sing the duet. “What Would I Do?” from W illiam Finn’s “Falsettoland’’ with Roberts W illiams made his mamstage debut in "Baby With the Bathwater" sang the role of Herod in "Jesus Christ Superstar." and was one of the comic servants in "She Stoops to Conquer." He received his first Ryan nomination for his portrayal of the Moor (sic.) in last season's play writing award winner. "The Black Pope ” Williams also appeared as Detective Michael Kelly tn "The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940.” and was seen as Walter m “Chess. ” Since 1972 the Irene Ryan Scholarship Foundation of Encino. Ca.. has been awar­ ding scholarships to outstan­ ding performers at the regional and national festivals. Ryan, who is best remembered as Granny in "The Beverly Hillbillies" left an endowment in her will to be used by the American Col­ lege Theatre Festival. Her last professmanl appearance was on Broadway in “Pippin " Etor. Koike, and Williams are coached by Dr James A. Panowski and Dr Shelley Russell Parks NMU actors have done well m past ACTF Rvan competitions, with Todd W Neal. Patrick Przyborowski and Michael Detroit advancing to the regional finals. As a graduate student representing Ohio State University. Neal was the Regain 111 winner and per­ formed at the Kennedy Center in P87 All of the Northern Michigan University students involved with the American College Theatre Festival Regional* arc being supported by the First Nighters Club AREA SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS C aledonia Community High/Middle Schools Lunch Menu Wednesday, Jan. 12 Goulash, com or french fries, bread sticks, fruit choice, milk. Thursday, Jan. 13 Soft taco, green beans or french fries, fruit choice, milk. Friday , Jan. 14 Hot dog/bun w/toppings, com or french fries, fruit choice, milk. Monday , Jan. 17 Hot ham/cheese sandwich, mixed veg. or french fries, fruit choice, milk. Tuesday , Jan. 18 Pizza, french fries, fruit choice, milk. Caledonia C ommunity Schools High/Middle Meal Deal Menu Wednesday. Jan. 12 Homemade wet burrito, french fries. Vita Pup, milk. Thursday, Jan. 13 Chinese bar, egg roll. Vita Pup. milk Friday, Jan. 14 Itza pizza, french fries. Vita Pup. milk, potato bar Monday, Jan. 17 Grilled chicken nuggets, french fries. Vita Pup. milk Tuesday. Jan. 18 Italian Bar. Vita Pup, milk Caledonia Community Schools Kettle Ijike Lunch Menu Wednesday. Jan. 12 Baked chicken nuggets, roll, food bar. milk Thursday, Jan. 13 isp. milk Friday. Jan. 14 Hot dog bun or com dog. french fries. Vita Pup. food bar. milk. Monday. Jan. 17 Chicken patty or Rib BQ bun. Vita Pup. food bar, mdk. Tuesday. Jan. 18 Pizza, food bar FOOD BAR Salad bar. fruits, veg . PB&J sandwich, mdk Caledonia Community Schools Kettle l-ake Breakfast Menu Wednesday, Jan. 12 Pancake/sausagc on a stick, juice or fruit, milk Thursday, Jan. 13 French toast boat, sausage link, juice or fruit, milk. Friday, Jan. 14 Pop tart, string cheese, juice or fruit, milk. Monday, Jan. 17 Assorted cereal, juice or fruit, milk. Tuesday, Jan. 18 Hot cinnamon roll, juice or fruit, milk. Hot dog w/bun or corn dog. french fries. Vita Pup or fruit, milk Monday. Jan. 17 Chicken patty/bun. peas. Vita Pup. or fruit, milk Tuesday, Jan. 18 Pizza, veg Micks w/dip, fruit, milk Caledonia Community Schools Elementary Lunch Menu Wednesday, Jan. 12 Baked chicken nuggets, roll, food bar. milk. Thursday, Jan. 13 Soft taco, food bar, apple crisp, milk. Friday, Jan. 14 Caledonia Community Hot dog/bun or corn dog. Schools Dutton and Dutton Christian Lunch french fries. Vita Pup, food bar. milk. Wednesday , Jan. 12 Monday, Jan. 17 Baked chicken nuggets, Chicken patty, or Rib com, pears, roll, milk BQ/bun, Vita Pup. food bar, Thursday, Jan. 13 milk Soft taco, w/fixing. green Tuesday, Jan. 18 beans, apple crisp, milk Pizza, food bar, milk. Friday , Jan. 14 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / January 11. 1994 I Page 9 CHS Teen Institute registration gets underway Deadline set for Jan. 18 — The 1994 Caledonia High School Teen Institute on Sai . Jan. 22. will feature comedy, musk, lots of activities and food for the body and mind as well, says this year s Tl Steer­ ing Committee Teen Leaders have been in training, speakers have been booked, workshops and ac­ tivities have been planned All that s left is for CHS students to sign up sometime before Jan 18 For the $10 registration fee. students not only get to par ticipatc in all the activities of the day. but also receive the traditional Teen Institute Ishirt. plus snacks, lunch and dinner The keynote speaker this year will be Michigan comic performer OJ Anderson A veteran performer of 20 years. Anderson is praised for his appearances with high school and middle school au­ diences where he uses laughter to get into the heart of his real message, which is to stay away from drugs That just happens to he the message Teen Institute sends during its one-day series of programs set up to show students ways to solve pro­ blems and to have a good time without abusing alcohol or drugs As the featured speaker of the day. Anderson brings with him many recommendations from other schools where both the comic and serious sides of his presentation were well received by students A graduate of the Universi­ ty of Detroit. Anderson also received opera training in Ita­ ly and mime instruction in England He has taught clown workshops with Ringling Brothers Circus, worked with opera companies and sym­ phonies throughout the U.S. and toured in thousands of schools from the elementary to university level throughout North America and Europe He was nominated Top Col­ lege Entertainer for both the U.S and Canada and was en­ dorsed as Michigan’s Enter­ tainment Ambassador at the Vancouver* Expo ‘86 Anderson’s presentation will be only one of several dif­ ferent kinds of speakers and groups to appear at the ’94 Teen Institute, and Moore said she hopes students'will sign up to enjoy the day Parents who would like to volunteer to help register students or serve meals or snacks during the day should call the high school (891 8129) and leave a message for Moore Anyone who would like to hake cookies to serve during the day also should contact Moore “We really invite parents to volunteer. ’’ she said “Teen Institute depends en­ tirely on volunteer effort, and we still have some jobs to fill It’s a great day for our students, ami parents who have worked at Tl in past yean have enjoyed it. too . ” Obituaries Elizabeth G. KegleElizabeth G. Kegle, 90, passed away Sunday, December 26, 1993 at Villa Elizabeth Care Center in Grand Rapids. Miss Kegle was bom on April 4, 1903 to Fred Kegle and Maxine Eardley Kegle in Grand Rapids. She was a teacher in public schools. Funeral services were held Wednesday, December 29 al Holy Family Catholic Church with Reverend Father James C. Cusack officiating. Burial Woodlawn Cemetery. Mrs. Kegle is survived by sister-in-law, Mrs. Leone (Richard) Kegle of Lansing; nieces and nephews, Marianne (Richard) Reber of Caledonia, Mary (Raymond) Sc ode 11 er of Lansing, Robert (Beverly) Meis­ ter of Georgia, Ellen (David) Waters of New York, Frederick and Barb Meister of Florida, Patricia (Thomas) Browne of Florida, Nancy (Kegle) Coates of Lansing, Dilman Beck of Colorado. Arrangements were made by Caledonia Funeral Chapel. Eldon A. ‘Roundy’ Poulson-------------HASTINGS Eldon A “Roundy" Poulson, 87, of 644 West Clinton Street, Hastings passed away Wednesday, Janu ary- 5,1994 al Pennock Hospital. Mr. Poulson was bom on September 26, 1906 in Gobles, the son of Henry and Rhoda (Numm) Poulson. He was raised in the Middleville area and attended schools there He married Doris Wellington on March 28, 1932 in Goshen. Indiana. They moved to Hast­ ings in 1948 from Middleville. Mr. Poulson was employed at Hastings Manufacturing for over 30 years. He was a member of the Hastings First Presbyterian Church, and the Middleville Masonic Lodge. Mr. Poulson is survived by daughter and husband Linda and John McGuire of Gun Lake, Middleville; son: Ronald PouF son of Lake Odessa; two grand­ daughters: Kimberly Pinks and Kathleen McGuire; four great­ grandchildren. Aaron, Heather, Austin, and Jonathan; sisters: Wilda Allerding of Hastings, and Vemabelle Huff of Lake City. He was preceded in death by his wife Doris on January 1, 1989; also by two brothers and three sisters Funeral services were held Sunday. January 9, 1994 at Hastings First Presbyterian Church wuh the Reverend G. Kent KeUer officiating. Burial at Hastings Riverside Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to First Presbyterian Church or Pennock Hospital Foundation. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings. The Teen leaders are trained to help run the events and lead the Core Groups that are a vital part of each Teen Institute. Some of the CHS students who volunteered for this year s Tl ore pictured here Edward Tudor------ --------------------------------------------- — HASTINGS - Edward Tudor, 92, of 511 East Grand Street, Hastings passed away January 9, 1994 at Pennock Hospital. Mr. Tudor was born on Octob­ er 23, 1901 at Spencer Town­ ship, Kent County the son of James S. and Clara Ann (Mosher) Tudor. He was raised in the Hastings area and attended Hastings Schools graduating in 1919 from Hastings High School. He married Dorothy M. Bump on June 22, 1927. Mr. Tudor was employed at the Old Grand Rapids Bookcase and Chair Company in Hastings from 1920 until 1960. MrTudor was a member of the Hastings Fire Department for 29 years, serving 16 yean as chief before retiring November 1, 1971. He was one of the original members who helped organize the Barry County Fire Service Association and served as it’s secretary for 17 years. Mr. Tudor served two terms as Hastings City Aiderman. He was a member of Hastings Fint United Methodist Church; 70 year life member, 1929 Worship Master and 40 year secretary of Hastings F & AM •52; over 50 year life member and past High Priest of Royal Arch Masons; Past member of Commandry; Past Thrice Illus­ trious Master of Council; Member of Hastings O.E.S. f7; Mr. Tudor was a well known local, area and state Masonic Lecturer and funeral service officiant Mr. Tudor recieved numerous awards and honors including: Hastings Lodge Mason of the year- 1983; District #14 Mason of the year 1983; Grand Chapter Certificate of Merit- 1970, York Rite Sove­ reign College of North America Gold Award- 1980; President Reagan Special Recognition for Community and Masonic Service- 1988; Grand Chapter R.A.M. Meritorious Award1991; Honorary memberships in Nashville. Hickory Corners, Clarksville, Freeport, and Middleville Masonic Lodges and Zion Chapter R A M. Mr. Tudor is survived by daughter and husband: Mary and Lynn Donovan of Grand Rapids; two grandchildren: James Dono­ van of Texas, Cara Schulte of Kalamazoo; one greatgranddaughter: Johanna Schulte; several nieces and nephews; sister-in-law: Myrtle Bump of Hastings. Preceding him in death were his wife: Dorothy on January 13, 1983; son: Donald James Tudor on July 3, 1928; granddaughter. Sandra Kay Donovan on May 3, 1967 and a sister: Bertha Erway on June 10, 1993. Visitation will be Tuesday from 2:00 O’Ctock in the after noon to 4:00 O’Clock, and from 6:00 O’Clock in the evening to 8:00 O’Clock at Wren Funeral Home in Hastings. Funeral Services will ♦* held at 1 00 O’Clock in the aftemwn on Wednesday, January 12, 1994 al the Wren Funeral Home with Philip L. Brown officiating with honors by the Hastings Fire Department and the Hastings Masonic Lodge. Burial will be at Hastings Riverside Cemetery. Memorial conlibutions may be made to Inhalation Therapy Department, Pennock Hospital CAS DRYER BLOWOUT! nW, Garage Sale A \ “CLUTTERED CLOSET CLEARANCE SALE” Satur day, January 22, 9am-12pm. Dutton Christian Middle School 6729 Hanna Lake Rd, Caledo­ nia. Ml 49316 Good used children’s and adult clothing Toys, baby items, and house­ hold goods. Also Bake sak table Thanks, for more info call Laurie at 698-1187 For Rent APARTMENTS FOR RENT: Senior citizens, one bedroom apartments available for imme­ diate occupancy Rent based on income level Lincoln Meadow Apartments, 795-7715 or 795-3618. Phone 795-3345 for Sun & News ACTION-ADS, call 24-hours daily! featuring quality units Starting at only... *319 wouldn't a "new gas dryer” be nice? (In fiouse LP conversion available) M0M£P0P'S new appliances 795-8950 500 Arlnjton (M-37) Middleville • (1000' South of Gavm Chevrolet) OPEN 11 to 8. Tuesday Thunday Fnday 11 to 6. Wednesday 11 to 8. Saiurday 9 to 3 �Page 10 I The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml / January 11. 1994 Mining operation request back on the boards in Thornapple Twp. by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer K public hearing to examine a rc/omng request to allow for a mineral extraction operation will be the topic of Monday 's Thomapple Township Plann­ ing and Zoning Commission Dennis Wilson has submit­ ted a new application for rezomng and a special use permit for gravel mining He had made the same re­ quest in April 1993. However, the application was not complete and the Planning Commission eventually denied the special use permit in August Wilson, along with his at torney. and Fein-Miller Gravel Inc. recently submitted the new application The Planning Commission members discussed how they would handle the request since n actually included two parts, first the rezomng of a portion and then the special use permit Wilson's proposal includes a 13 5-acre portion of Section 26 (located off Irving Road) that is currently zoned as Rural Residential (RR) The RR zoning does not allow for any type of mineral extraction even through a special use permit Wilson is asking that it be rezoned to Agricultural Residential (AR), the same as the rest of hrs land to be m med in Section 25. According to Planning Commission Chairman Jack Spencer, the commission will discuss the rezomng request at Monday's meeting at 7:30 p m at the township hall. Spencer said that their deci­ sion must be sent on to the Township Board for the final decision That meeting is scheduled for Monday. Feb 14 A second public healing will need to be held on the special use permit request According to Spencer, that is tentatively set for Monday. Feb 21. Wilson's new application Also included in the application is a plan for reclamation of the mined area. Wilson proposes to make a low density, single-family development on his proper ty once the mining is completed. does take up many of the con­ cerns raised by area residents last spring. The more complete opera­ tional plan include berms, fenced ponds, proper setbacks and an access road that has locked gate access only. The reclamation and re-use plan calls for a low-density, single-family residential development on the site with lot sizes that adhere to the AR requirements. The zoning petition and map can be inspected at the Thomapple Township office. The operational mining pion submitted by Dennis Wilson includes a section that must be rezoned before a special use permit can be issued. That section is noted as Phase I in the plan. Gun Lake Festival walk-run set for Saturday Jan. 29 Pennock Hospital in Hastings and Gazelle Sports are co-sponsoring the third annual Run/Walk al the Gun Lake Winter Festival. The race-walk will be held at the Long Lake Outdoor Center Saturday, Jan. 29. al 10 a.m. Registration will be at 8 a.m. until race time at Long Lake Warming Lodge. Registrants will receive long sleeve T-shirts with the '94 Gun Lake Wmierfesi logo Other sponsors include Weick's Food Town and Pharmacy and McDonald’s of Hastings The race is being held to en­ courage participation in fitness, friendly competition and lots of wintertime fun For more information call Tammy Nemetz at the Pen­ nock Health and Fitness Center. 948-3111. THE WINNING TEAM A „ Call GET^OUIEDS ANYTIME KS! 945-9554 you Zomerlei Construction Co. 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Gordon Sheldon of Hastings Savings and Loan, presented two wtMxien checks for the amounts of $6,000 each to Habitat That money came as grants through the Affordable Hous ing program which requires that banking institutes reinvest a portion of their profits hack into the local communities Wagner said that Habitat received those funds in September, just about the same tune that other funds were running low The Ainsworth house, which is a three-bedroom ranch with nearly 1.200 square feet, and the other house are the same size Mory Eaton accepts a Bible from Jim Ainsworth, her soon-to-be next door neighbor Ashlei gave Tyler (front) a Children s Bible, too, as his brothers Matt (behind Mary) and Barton look on. by Margaret Fowler Staff Writ" “This is a miracle.” said Pat Wagner, executive direc tor of Barry County Habitat for Humanity at the dedication of two more habitat built homes The two homes which are located next to each other in Freeport arc the third and fourth houses that were built in 1993 by Habitat ceremonies Sunday afternoon, both homes were blessed, keys were presented to the new owners, and visitors were ' invited to tour the homes and enjoy refreshments According to Wagner, dedicating two homes at once is a first for the Barry County Habitat. “We are going to have part of the ceremony here, and then move to the other house to complete it.” she said "That way no one will feel left out The first home dedicated belongs to Jim Ainsworth, who is already moved in. along with his children The ceremonies were then moved next door into the home that will belong to Mary Eaton Though her taxise is not quite ready to occupy. Mary and her sons. 14 ycar old Matt and 6-year old Tyler hope to be moved in by the end of January Jim and Ashlei did the honors of presenting Bible s to the Eaton family **| just want to thank everyone who has made this possible,” said Mary "I can't thank you enough Habitat Treasurer Norval Thaler presented keys to the house to Mary (as he had done for Jim earlier.) Complete Auto and Truck Cloverdale Habitat homeowner Barbara Miller (left) and her daugher Angie present Bibles to Jim Ainsworth and daughter Ashlei. Habitat Executive Director Pat Wagner (center) watches. 6-year-old Ashlei and 4-yearold Carl Barbara Miller and her 16-year-old daughter Angie who have the Cloverdale home that was recently dedicated presented a Bible to Jim and a Children's Bible to Ashlei. “This really is a miracle!” said Jim. “I'm thankful to have the chance to become a homeowner and raise my kids Phone 795-3345 I ED'S BODY SHOP 110 Johnson Street at Kinsley one block oh Main Si in Downtown Caledonia (616) 891-0150 ^.F“L6!8!”2^ Go With the Green Checkup f Clearance 20% off Our complete preseason inspection checks for the unexpected, assures your tractor is ready to roll. Call for an appointment today. 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Planners recommend mobile home park PUD by Barbara Gall Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Planning Commission last week unanimously recom­ mended the Township Board approve zoning for a mobile home park at 5551 76lh Street The proposed Country Meadows Village Estates would encompass 70 acres, with most of the park set back near the middle of the section Units in the park cannot exceed 255, with density set at 3.64 units per acre. Any expansion to the park also must adhere to this density, and a cap of 320 units has been set for the park if more contiguous land is purchased. Attorney Kurt Hassberger. representing developers Jim Stekctee and the Kentland Corporation, pointed out that his clients have tried to meet every concern the township expressed about a large mobile home park develop­ ment. When the township said it preferred PUD zoning to a straight R-3 rezoning, the developers came back with a PUD proposal. Hassberger said. They also purchased 10 more acres to allow for a second driveway tn and out of the park, in accordance with township wishes. The developers also agreed to a 300-foot setback from the street, and voluntarily lowered the density to the 3.64/acre level. Township ordinance would allow as many as eight single-wide or six double-wide units per acre. Hassberger and Engineer Larry Wilson of V-Tek pointed out other ways the developers have tried to create a pleasing project: • Units will be set on their lots to look like a street of stick-built homes, and many more double-wides than single-wide units are planned. • All perimeter units will he double-wides. • A man-made pond at the entrance will provide both aesthetics and Tire protection. The entry will be landscaped. and a wrought-iron fence with brick pillars will enhance the entry driveways. • Fire hydrants will be located throughout the park. • Sidewalks will line one side of the streets • Trees will be planted on each lot. • School bus and emergency vehicle access has been approved In the public hearing on the project, neighboring property owner Daniel Sarver. 7380 Patterson, said that at the outset, he felt the project to be reasonable, but objected to it now because of an addition of 10 acres on the west side of the original 50-acre parcel He said he fell the addition endangered the creeks, woods and wildlife in the area, and added that he believed it was unfair for a developer to buy a strip of land 'that will allow him to change the nature and use' of land designated rural residential. Sarver said he and his wife had hoped to build a home on a site near the proposed park, but the 10-acre addition spoils CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on February 7. 1994. at 7 30 pm the Planning Commission of the Charter Township ol Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall. 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia. Michigan, concerning the application of Dykema Excavators. Inc., for an amendment in the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia so as to rezone certain lands to the PMR Planned Mineral Removal District and for the issuance of a planned mineral removel (PMR) permit. These lands are more particularly described as follows: To rezone the following-described lands from the PMR District (Pace Excavating) to the PMR District In accordance with the final mineral removal plan for the Dykema Whitneyville Avenue PMR District: Parcel A: A parcel of land in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 14, Town 5 North, Range 10 West, Caledonia Township, Kent County, Michigan, described as follows Beginning at the southwest corner of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 14; thence North 00*59’55" West along the North and South 1/4 line of said Section 1097.00 feet; thence North 89*37’12" East 1440 00 feet; thence South 00*59’55' East 712.79 feet, thence North 87*26’30’’ West 1382.57 feet, thence South 00*59’5" East 455.09 feet to a point on the East and West 1/4 line of said Section 14; thence South 89*37’12" West along said East and West 1/4 line of said section 60 feet to the place of beginning. Parcel B: Commencing at a point 350 feet North of the center of Section 14, Town 5 North, Range 10 West, Caledonia Township, Kent County, Michigan, thence West 1200 feet parallel to the East and West 1/4 line of said section; thence North 72 feet; thence Southeasterly to a point on the centertine of said section which is 400 feet North of the point of beginning; thence 40 feet South to the point of beginning. to rezone the following-described lands from the R-R Rural Residential Distnct to the PMR Distnct in accordance with the final mineral removal plan tor the Dykema Whitneyville Avenue PMR Distnct: Parcel C: That part of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 14, Town 5 North, Range 10 West, Caledonia Township, Kent County, Michigan, described as Commencing at the Southwest corner of said Northwest 1/4; thence North 89*37’12" East 60 0 feet along the South line of said Northwest 1/4, thence North 00*59’55’’ West 455 09 feet parallel with the West line of said Northwest 1/4; thence South 87*26’30" East 1382.57 feet to the point of beginning; thence South 00*59’55' East 33.73 feet, thence North 89*35 54” East 6 05 feet parallel with the South line of said Northwest 1/4 to a point which is North 00*41’14" West 350 00 feet along the East line of said Northwest 1/4 and South 89*35 54" West 1200 00 feet from the Southeast comer of said Northwest 1/4; thence North 00*41’14” West 72 00 feet, thence North 88*52’28 West 6 45 feet; thence South 00* 59’55" East 38 44 feet to the point of beginning. and also, to rezone the following-descnbed lands from the R-R Rural Residential Dtstnct to the PMR District, which rezoning has been consented to by the owner thereof. Consumers Power Company, in accordance with the final mineral removal plan tor the Dykema Whitneyville Avenue PMR District A parcel of land in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 14, Town 5 North. Range 10 West, described as follows To find the place of beginning of this desenpbon. commence at the West 1/4 comer of said Section 14, run thence North 89*37 12” East along the East West 1/4 line of said section 60 00 feet to the place of beginning of this description; thence North 0*59’55’ West 455 09 feet thence South 87*26 30" East 1382 57 feet, thence South 0*59 55 East 3421 feet: thence North 89*37’12 East 1206 78 feet to the North-South 1/4 hne of said section, thence South 0*40’50 East along said North/South 1/4 line 350 00 feet to the East West 1/4 line of said section, thence South 89*37’12 West along sard East West 1/4 line 2584 84 feet to the place of beginning A copy of the proposed amending ordinance and related materials are on hie ano may be examined at the offices of the Caledonia Township Clerk. 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia. Michigan, dunng regular business hours Ail interested persons may attend the public hearing and be heard with regard to the application for the aoove-statec amendment in the Township Zoning Ordinance, for the rezonmg of sa»d lands, and with regard to the above^stated application for a planned mineral removal permit covering sa>d lands Dated January 7, 1994 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA (302) that plan. He also voiced concern for the wells of neighboring residents Township Planner Mark VanderPkieg pointed out that the Township Land Use Map designates the proposed park area for future high density residential use. and added that a future light industrial zone had been designated along Patterson Avenue near Sarver's property. Charles Guikema. 5095 76tb St., said he liked the layout of the park, its low density and the improvement developers had made to the entry. He said he was concerned, however, with the direction of expansion the park might take and with the potential depth of the park’s wells in that area. He pointed out that he owns horses, and asked about his liability. Bill Lettinga of Kentland Corporation said that if fencing is needed, the developers will provide it. Terry Keltsch, 1152 Calgary. Wayland, said that he has lived in two of the Kentland parks, and spoke favorably of the company’s management. He said that Ixttinga always lives up to his word After closing the public hearing, Commission Chair­ man Dick Dunn accepted the motion by Commissioner Scott Veiling lhal the PUD ordinance for Country Meadows Village be recom­ mended for approval by the Township Board. The motion passed unanimously, with all commissioners present. The PUD now will come before the Township Board, which by law must hold a first reading, then wait a month before taking action. Even if the township approves the rezoning, the YOU WANT QUALITY al affordable prices when you buy printing. Call J-Ad Graphics for everything from business cards and brochures to newspapers and catalogs. Ph. 945-9554 or stop in at 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings. developers must jump through other hoops before they can begin construction. Public sewer must be in place for a high density residential project, and the township sewer line from the village north to 76th Street has not yet begun. Steketee said that the sewer line is scheduled for comp­ letion by November of 1994, with bidding presently under way. The township has told him it hopes to get bonding for the sewer in March. Steketee said. A connector line will be nin from the M-37 sewer line to the mobile home park site on 7Mh Street, though eventually the township hopes the whole northwest corner of the township will be served by Grand Rapids sewer In the meantime, develop­ ers along the new sewer hne will pay for its construction. 'Residents not receiving service from the line won t have to pay a dollar for it.* Steketee said Even with zoning and sewer in place, the park must meet the standards of the states Mobile Home Commission before it can become a reality. PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE THORNAPPLE TOWNSHIP ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT • RZ-2 Notice is hereby given that on January 17.1994. at 7 30 p.m at the Thomapple Township Hall. 200 E Main St. Mid dleville, Michigan, the Thornapple Township Planning Commission will hold a public hearing for the purpose of heanng comments regarding amendments of the Thorny pie Township Zoning Ordinance A petition has been received from Dennis Wilson, 8022 Irving Rd . Middleville, Michigan, to rezone the West 13 5 acres of the petitioner s 106 5 acre parcel from "RR" Rural Residential to "A R" Agricultural-Residential Rezoning will result in all of the petitioner’s parcel being within the same district, will by special use allow mineral extraction and processing in accordance with a submitted Opera tional Plan and will allow the ultimate development of the parcel in accordance with a submitted Reclamation and Re-Use Plan Legal description of property Part of the easterly 20 acres of the South of the NE '4 of section 264 10, ly ing north-easterly of Irving Road, except a parcel beginn­ ing at the Intersection of the north 1/8 line with Irving Road, thence along the center of the road in a southeaster ly direction 43 rods; thence northeasterly at right angles 20 rods; thence northwesterly at right angles 22 rods, thence north-easterly at right angles to the intersection with the north 1/8 line, thence west along the 1/8 line to the point of beginning The zoning petition and map may be inspected at the Thornapple Township office daily 9 a.m. to 4 p.m Any writ ten comments regarding this rezoning may be address ed to: Mark Sevald, Secretary, Thornapple Township Plan­ ning Commission, 200 E Main St., Middleville. Michigan 49333 Mark Sevald, Secretary Thornapple Township Planning Commission NOTICE: Thornapple Township will provide reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hear ing impaired and audio tapes of printed material being con siderd at the election/meeting/hearing upon seven (7) days notice to the Township Clerk Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the clerk by writing or calling Thornapple Township Clerk, 200 E Main St., Middleville, Ml 49333 Telephone 795-7202 (300) JANUARY 18, 1994 TO THE RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS OF YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP, BARRY CO., Ml and OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS: NOTICE Of SPECIAL MEETING PLEASE TAKE NOTICE the Yankee Springs Township Planning Commission will hold a special meeting Tues­ day, January 18, 1994, at 7:30 P.M. at the Township Hall, 284 N. Briggs Road, Middleville, Mi., to work on revising the present Zoning Ordinance. Material pertaining to the above subject may be examined at the Township Hall during regular office hours. Yankee Springs Township will provide necessary rea­ sonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed material being considered at the hearing upon five (5) days notice to the Yankee Springs Township Clerk. Individuals with disabili­ ties requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Yankee Springs Township Clerk by writing or calling the Clerk at the address or telephone number listed herein. Harvey E. Vander Bee, Clerk Telephone 795-9091 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / January 11. 1994 / Page 13 Controversial project to go around one more time , Caledonia planners send new River Glen plan to Twp. Board by Barbara Gall Staff Writer A -proposed residential development along the Thor­ napple River is on its way back to the Caledonia Township Board with just a slightly new look Developer Mark Ha rm sen now has met the township s demand that all lots in his planned unit development (PUD) meet the 150-foot lot width at the building setback, but he did not comply with the minimum lot size requirement of 40.000 square foot for the R-l zoning district Three of the lots still are under 40.000 square feet ranging from about 35.000 square feet to 36.500 and 37.800 square feet All the other lots in the 15-lot development meet the zoning requirement RECISTRATION NOTICE FOR Village Primary Election MONDAY, FEBRUARY 21,1994 To the Qualified Elector* of the Village of Middleville COUNTY OF BARRY, STATE OF MICHIGAN Nolic* ts h*f*by g»v*n that tn conformity with tha ’Michigan Electton Law'. I. the .jnd.rvgn*^ Clade, will upon any day. except pnmary etecnon. recetv* kx v aatd Townatw. Qty or Village not already regelerod who may APPO TO ME PERSONALLY tor such r^strabon NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT 1 WILL BE AT MY OFFICE JANUARY 24,1994 •• Last Day DURING REGULAR BUSINESS HOURS Township Planner Mark VanderPloeg explained that the developer had ‘ flattened out ” the lots along the curve in the private road winding through the parcel This, he said, allows 150 feet of lot width at the setback for all lots, though two measure ex­ actly 150 feet at that point, be This version of River Gien had been sent to the Planning Commission for its Dec. 20 meeting, but the faxed copies were not clear enough for the For tn* purpoM* of REVIEWING th* REGISTRATION and REG­ ISTERING *uoh of tha qu*Mwd •tectors m aa«d TOWNSHIP, CITY or VILLAGE aa SHALL PROPERLY apply thw*^' Tha name ol no paraon but an ACTUAL RESIDENT of tha pr*cmct al tha tima of rogtstration and antrftod under tha CofwMutton. if remaining such resident, to vote at the next election, shall be entered in the registration book. In addition to the election of candidates for various offices, the fol­ lowing proposition^) (If any) will be voted on: None Cheryl Hooper, Village Clerk NOTICE of PUBLIC HEARING THORNAPPLE TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION SPECIAL LAND USE PERMIT APPLICATION No. SU-11 Notice is hereby given that on January 17, 1994. at 8:30 p.m. at the Thornapple Township Hall, 200 E. Main St., Middleville, Michigan, the Thornapple Township Planning Commission will hold a public hearing for the purpose of hearing comments regar ding a Special Land Use Permit Application in an A R zone, Thornapple Township. The proposed special use is to permit an ac­ cessory building (mobile home) for the use of in­ dividuals requiring special care under provisions of Chapter 4. Article F of the Township Zoning Ordinance. Legal description of parcel: All that part of the East Vi of the NW Vk of Sec 9-4-10. lying west of the Westerly line of Schnurr Plat and Southwester­ ly of State Trunklinke M-37. Thomapple Township. P.P #0814-009-016-30 Name and address of applicant: Robert & Rose Newman. 6745 N Middleville Rd.. Middleville. Ml 49333 The special use application may be inspected at the Thomapple Township offices daily 9 a.m to 4 p.m. Any written comments regarding this applica­ tion may be addressed to: Mark Sevald. Secretary. Thomapple Township Planning Commission. 200 E. Main St . Middleville, Michigan 49333 Mark Sevald. Secretary Thomapple Township Planning Commission NOTICE: Thornapple Township will provide reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed material being considerd at the elec tion/meeting/heanng upon seven (7) days notice to the Township Clerk Individuals with disabilities re­ quiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the clerk by writing or calling: Thomapple Township Clerk. 200 E Main St., Middleville. Ml 49333 Telephone 795-7202 project after board members expressed their concern about non-compliance in lot width and lot area Rather than dens the pro­ ject. forcing Harmsen to wait months before he could resub mit another plan, the board sent the River Glen site plan back to the Planning Commis sxxi with a request that it work with the developer and try to come up with a resolu­ tion that both sides could live w uh The Planning Commission repeatedly has asked Harmsen to drop one kx. which would allow all requirements to be met. but he has said that tak­ ing out a lot would make the project financial!) unfeasible After discussing both the newest plan and the ’December plan” in which at least the lot width requirement was met. the commission voted 4-3 to send the December plan to the Township Board for approval. The Township Board will hold a first reading on this version of the River Glen PUD at its Jan |9 meeting Caledonia Athletic Boosters sponsor get-away fundraiser It’s a limited edition. Only 300 tickets are available for a getaway after­ noon featuring a buffet meal, a raffle and other possible ways to win cash and prizes. At stake are pnzes from $100 up to the grand prize of $10,000 Sponsored by the Caledonia Athletic Boosters, the fund­ raiser costs $100 per ticket, which includes the buffet and all beverages Additional persons may participate in the buffet and beverages only for a $35 pace The bullet and raffle will be held at the Holiday Inn in Bryan-Montpelier. Ohio, and The 30th day preceding said Election at 100 E. Main St., Middleville the commission had agreed to wait for clearer copies For its Jan. 3 meeting, however. Harmsen offered the commission still another option, which VanderPloeg said at first looked like it would meet both lot size and lot width concerns However, one lot still re­ mained undersized in that plan, and VanderPloeg said the layout was "contorted ' The Planning Commission had been asked by the Township Board in December to reconsider the River Glen Middleville area gymnasts place in state meet The Level 5 and 6 State Gymnastics Meet was held recently and several girls from the Middleville area took home trophies. In Uvel 5 competition, held in Bay City. Amy Jo Dennany, who competed in the children 9- to 13-year-old division, earned a second place finish on the floor exercise, a fifth on the horizontal beam and an eighth on the uneven parallel bars Her all-around score of 35.900 out of 40 000 was good for eighth place Level 5 is the starting point in a gymnast s career, with each advancing level adding more difficult exercises to each of the four apparatus. In the 7- and 8-year-old di­ vision. Heather Carroll took a third place medal on the beam and a fifth in the allaround. Melissa Kline scored a per­ sonal best 31.375 in the state competition. In the Level 6 competition. J Amy Cross took a fifth­ place medal in the vault and scored 32.000 in the allaround. Lindsey Thorton had a 33.25 in the all-around. All the gymnasts train un­ der the direcuon of coaches Mike MacEachron and Cathy Moma at Gymnastics in Mo­ tion of Middleville Gymnas­ tics in Motion offers classes tn gy mnastics for ages preschooi through advneed. Thank You CARD OF THANKS To ail the groups who gave of ber as dur.ng the Holiday Season Reudents of Lincoln Meadow Xpartmenis will begin at 2 p.m. Saturday. May 14. Proceeds from the ticket sales and raffle will go toward purchasing athletic equipment and to help sponsor programs students. In the past the Boosters have helped provide such items as weights for the weight room, volleyball nets, a half-time building for the football field, soccer goals and a wrestling dummy. They have sponsored dances and donated to the CHS Teen Institute. Boosters member Terry DeVries said that this fund raiser will provide a gtxxl time as well as help support Caledonia school and athletic programs Special room rates will be available at the Holiday Inn May 13. 14 and 15 for those who would like to go down early and stay for the entire weekend Music and dancing will be available in the lounge on Friday and Saturday nights "We urge you to buy a ticket or two and to participate in helping support all the students assisted by the Boosters." he said Anyone wishing to purchase tickets should contact DeVries at 891-8877 or call 891-8860 or 891-1808 REGISTRATION NOTICE FOR Village Primary Election MONDAY, FEBRUARY 21,1991 To the Qualified Electors of the Village of Caledonia COUNTY OF KENT, STATE OF MICHIGAN Notice is hereby given that in conformity with the “Michigan Election Law”, I, the undersigned Clerk, will upon any day, except Sunday and a legal holiday, the day of any regular or special elec­ tion or primary election, receive for registration the name of any legal voter in said Township, City or Village not already registered who may APPLY TO ME PERSONALLY for such registration. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT I WILL BE AT MY OFFICE JANUARY 24,1994 Lost Day DURING REGULAR BUSINESS HOURS The 30th day preceding said Election As provided by Section 498, Act No. 116, Public Acts of 1954 At Amended at 250 Maple, Caledonia, Ml For the purposes of REVIEWING the REGISTRATION and REGISTERING such of the qualified electors in said TOWNSHIP, CITY or VILLAGE as SHALL PROPERLY apply therefor. The name of no person but an ACTUAL RESIDENT of the precinct at the time of registration and entitled under the Constitution, if remaining such resident, to vote at the next elec­ tion, shall be entered in the registration book. In addition to the election of candidates for various offices, the following proposition(s) (if any) will be voted on: None Jacqueline Cherry, Village Clerk �Page 14 / The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml / January 11. 1994 Middleville places fifth place in Hastings wrestling tourney Kiley Webster, top. pinned Mike Adamson from Ionia in 2:35 on his way to winning the 112-pound weight class. Ty Middteton, top. defeated Joe Taykx, 8-4, on his way to winning the consolation round of the L H Lamb Wrestling tournament The Middleville varsity championship medal. In the wrestling team finished fifth, first round he defeated Ionia 92 1/2 points out of first with a pin in 2:35. in the place, in the L.H. Lamb second he faced his toughest Wrestling Tournament in opponent of the year. Steve Hastings Saturday. Belknap, a Capital Circuit Kiley Webster dominated Conference champion and the 1! 2-pound weight class won a 7-6 decision. In the and took home the finals he defeated an opponent from Ix>well with a pin in 3:24. Sean Crofoot took a second place with a first-round bye and by defeating Harper Creek in the semifinals 10-0. He lost to Grand Ixdge in the finals by a pin in 4:24. Heavyweight Jody Blain finished second with a 14second pin of Ionia and a 12-4 victory over Lowell. He lost to Hastings by a pin in 1:03 in the finals. Joel Appel (189) was the other Trojan to take a second place. He defeated Grand Ledge with a pin in 21 seconds and downed Ixiwell 11-4 to make it to the championship round. He was injured in a previous match and had to default in the finals by injury. Ty Middleton (171) won the consolation round finals for Middleville. He won his first match. 8-4, over Charlotte before losing to Unveil by a pin in 1:20. He came back in the consolation round to defeat Hastings 11-5 and Coloma 5-3 to receive the third-place medal. 41so scoring pins for Middleville: Marty Bender (145). who had a first-round pin of (kand ledge in 1:17. He also had an 8-5 decision over Harper Creek before losing to the weight division champion. Dallas Monroe (152) scored a first round pin of Charlotte in 5:35. before ioaing to the division champion from Lowell. Also scoring points for the Trojans was Matt Appel (130) with an 8-5 decision over Hastings. Middleville Trojan eagers win brawl over Byron Center by one It was more than a bam burner more like the entire town of Middleville was in flames Friday night as the var­ sity basketball team defeated visiting Byron Center. 55-54. After eight lead changes in the final quarter, the Trojans’ ; Matt Liu capped the evening by tipping the dribble away from Byron Center's Ryan VanNest as he drove to the basket with four seconds left. The ball then was kicked out of bounds by another Bulldog Liu attempted the in-bounds pass, but it was deflected out of bounds by a defender He again threw the ball tn and it was taken by Andy Brewer, who avoided being fouled in the final three seconds to secure the victory. Middleville began the game slow, scoring 13 points against Byron Center’s 17 in the first period, including nine in the first two minutes. The Bulldogs' Bryan Howarth hit a three pointer and had nine in the first period as he was everywhere at once to con­ found the Trojans. Things began to change, as Trojan Steve Converse tied the game at 17 in the second when he hit a pair of free throws. Converse hit seven of eight at the line on the night. The Trojan defense held the Bulldogs, who have had four different players as leading scorers, to just six points in the second period, while the offensive output chipped in 17 for a 30-23 halftime lead. The game then got more in­ teresting Byron Center took PERRSOHLODK COMPANY - REALTORS’ 601 - 44 TH STREET S.E. GRAND RAPIDS, Ml 49543 the lead. 35-34. with 2:08 to go in the third, and the ’burn­ ing began The teams began swapping baskets, the lead and words throughout the third and until Nathan Bundy put the Trojans up by five with a three-pointer with 4:25 left in the game. After an altercation was cooled by refs and the coaches, the Bulldogs were able to tic the score at 51 with 38 seconds left. Andy Brewer then hit the four straight free throws to give the Trojans 55 points and the eventual victory Bulldog Brad Tilman, another high scorer hit the three that brought his team with in two. but Liu’s defen­ sive tip sealed the victory Leading scorer for the Tro- JEFF MILLS REALTOR* Associate Bus: (616) 538-8620 Res: (616) 891-9329 — CALEDONIA PROPERTIES — ROUND LAAL Ploasoni r^rw lake front moinfvxxK* lre< ranch with r»ew kitdwn and drywall Ramodelad for »ry»e $49 900 Coll Mill* 8919329 $38 8620 Peorson Cook Co 232608 CALED0NM. 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Leading scorers for the Bulldogs was Howarth with 17 and Tilman with 12. Middleville head basketball coach Kurt Hoizhueter, said it was a "nip and tuck game throughout "They have several very good defensive weapons and we missed several layups which should have given us some breathing room ” He did add. however, that the de tense of the Trojans shined in a game in which several players hit the floor and bkxd was spilled (A Bulldog player dove for the ball and his chin hit the floor, drawing blood. 1 "We out rebounded them 30-18. which was one of the See Trojan eagers Page 15 Matt Liu, No 12, gets oft a shot from just beyond the three point line in the game against Byron Center The ball failed to faN but the rebound was pulled down and returned put back by MkJdtevile �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / January 11. 1994 / Page 15 Scots fall to 1-3 with conference loss to S. Christian, wins close one over Cedar Springs The Caledonia varsity bas­ ketball team held the game close through three quarters. F riday night, but still fell to South Christian 84-59. Coach I-arry rea said the team played well but the shrxxing was flat and the game got away from them in the fourth quarter. leading scorers for the Scots were Pat Siege man and Brian Rea with 19 apiece Stcgcman had seven rebounds and Malt Barr had six to lead the Scots The Caledonia varsity bas­ ketball team answered a rude wake-up call by Cedar Springs, Tuesday, after the Red Hawks ran off an 7-0 lead to start the game. The Scots, on Adam Gall's crowd-pleasing two-thirds court swisher to end the first half, were able to fight back and take the lead for the first time in the game with six seconds left in the third. However, the Hawks were able to retake the lead when the Scots failed to stop Joel Sec ard as he took the in­ bound pass and went the length of the court m five and a half seconds to tie the score back up Caledonia was able to shake off the slow first half and push the game into over­ time and out last the Hawks 72-69. The Scots had been down by as many as 15 in the game, including a 27-12 first quarter deficit. Cedar Springs coach Dave Schlump had his boys inter­ rupting the passing lanes and wreaking havoc with the fa­ miliar, smooth passing and transition game of the Scots. Cedar Springs also had a not-so-secret weapon in Nick Wolf. Wolf bad 39 points in the game, including 21 in the first half The Scots, double teaming him in the third, held him to just one basket, but he was able to clear himself in the fourth and sink 12 more points. The Rghting Scots Siege­ man was the leading scorer for the home team with 19. Also scoring in double fig­ ures for the Scots was Brian Rea with 12, including two threes, and Craig Kowalczyk, with 10. Scots coach I>arry Rea had nearly everyone on the team involved in scoring and keep­ ing the Hawks from dou­ bleteaming a single player. Ten of the 13 Scots on the roster pul numbers on the scoreboard. The game, after the Broad way-style introduction of the home team, started out with Cedar Springs dominat­ ing on both defense and of­ fense. Caledonia was unable to buy a basket, either inside out outside. The Scots' shoulders began to slump, the team's passing became less accurate or crisp and moving up and down the TK 8th grade eagers The Thomapplc Kellogg eighth grade boys' basketball team defeated Ixc 50-19 to improve its record to 4-0 The Trojans took a commanding IO I first quarter lead and coasted to the victory. Scoring for T.K. were Tim Johnson, seven points; Nate Pranger, six; Nate Schmitz, six; Jason Klinge, six; Chad Schondelmayer, four; Steve Wiersma, four; Corey Schut. four; Luke Weatherhead, three; Spencer Romph, two; Brian Ploeg. two; Brad Blashkiw. two; Aaron Weise, two; and Damion Bieber, two Dave Uyl, No 4,Nt a three-point goal in overtime to holp Ute Scots over Cedar Springs TK7th grade eagers The T.K seventh grade boys’ basketball team improv­ ed its record to 4-0 with a vic­ tory over Lee 49-12, last Tuesday. Andrew Hillman led the Trojans with 13 points, followed by Nick Dennison with 12; Steve Shear, nine; Garrett Weatherhead. four; Dan Finkbeiner, two; Paul Wade, two; Jeremy Huyck. two; Tim Whitney, two; Mark Blaskiew. two; and Brian Janke, one Adult 3 On-3 basketball Team W-L Mas hew............................... 8-0 Old Timers .................5-3 Middleville Tool and Die 4-2 Ybcma.................................. 4-4 Elwood. 4-4 Pickards Plus 3-5 Hackmasiers ......... 2-4 Sanford 1-5 TKSuft.............................. 1-5 Trojan eagers, Matt Barr dribbles along the baseline and around a Cedar Springs detender, on the way to what turned out to be an easy lay-up Caledonia head basketball coach Larry Rea talks over strategy with Ns team in the break before the overtime against Cedar Springs floor looked more like a chore. Things began looking up for Caledonia when Gall hit his first sore of the night. As the lights were changing from the numeral one to zero on the clock to end the first half. Gall side-armed the 50foot plus shot and scored the three-pointer without touch­ ing the rim. The luck, skill or despera­ tion Gall had in taking the "low-percentage" shot seemed to lift the spirits of the Scots. The Scots outscored the Hawks 18-11 in the third and 16-14 in the fourth to force the tie. In the overtime Caledonia got three from Kowalczyk and Dave Uyl plus a free throw from Rea and Brian Folkersma for the win. Pat Stegeman gets off a shot over a Cedar Springs defender The Scots won the game in overtime 72-69 Your children need to KOOW about drugs. Almost 2 out of every 10 teenagers use drugs or alcohol on a daily basis. Reduce the chance of your children becoming another statistic by educating them at an early age about the dangers of addiction. Ignorance about addiction is dangerous. Your children need to kNOw about drugs. *romi4 keys to the game, the coach wad The learn kept its com­ posure throughout He also said that Liu had a nice all-around game, leading the team in assists with four and having only one turnover when handling the ball. Others leading m stats were Sarver with 10 rebounds. Converse with seven From all of us at... �Page 16 I The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml / January 11, 1994 For Rent Call for Classifieds... PLACE YOUR ADVERTISING MESSAGE HERE • 795-3M5 Rates: 5 words for $2.75 then KJ* per word. If you pay in advance, you save 50* billing charge. Deadline is Friday at 4:00 p.m. i Business Senices For Sale Automotive CHIMNEY SWEEPING and masooary repairs, 891-0366. FOR SALE: 1988 1/2 FORD ESCORT PONY Excellent condition, 1 owner, great gas mileage. 52500. Ph. 945-9747. GYMNASTICS IN MOTION offering pre-school through advanced classes, all ages. Also boys and girls USGF competi­ tion teams. 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Alto, ...... recently returned from a sixmonth Western Pacific. In dun Ocean and Persian Gulf deployment with Strike Fighter Squadron 94. Naval Air Station. Lemoore, Calif . embarked aboard the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln. Sherman’s squadron, the other squadrons of Carrier Airwing Eleven and USS Abraham Lincoln supported Operation Southern Watch, enforcing the U N sanctioned "nofly” zone over southern Iraq. Later. President Clinton ordered those units to the coast of Somalia in support of United Nations efforts in that country and the asstKiated U.S humanitarian mission known as Operation Continue Hope During the deployment. Sherman visited Hong Kong, the United Arab Emirates. Perth. Australia and Pearl Habor. Hawaii While in Hawaii. USS Abraham Lin­ coln and its embarked units participated tn several events commemorating Pearl Harbor Day and embarked over 7<M) friends and family members of the crew for the cruise back to Alameda Sherman’s squadron flies the F/A-18 Hornet which per forms both fighter and attack roles for the Navy ami Marine Corps. This deployment ex­ emplified the new Navy ami Manne Corps strategy titled "...From the Sea." in which, on short notice. U.S. forces are poised to respond to crises in distant lands, from the sea The 1992 graduate of Caledonia High School joined the Navy m April 1993 'I Serving our Country ■fr II Lisa A. Gutschke Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class Lisa A Gutschke. daughter of Robert L. and Judith A. Gutschke of 7255 Parmalee Road. Middleville is currently deployed in the Mediterranean aboard the submarine tender USS Simon Lake, forward deployed to La Maddalena. Italy , and recent ly made port visits to France and Italy. While in Toulon. 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Kenyon said this had not been a problem in the past But the trail through town did not pass by a gas station or place to get fuel Police Chief Louis Shoemaker said that if this was necessary, the route should be modified since the village police stop any snowmobilers not on the trail To allow them to be off the trail for a gas run could make it very difficult to enforce the current ordinance. Some of the audience agreed and voiced complaints about snowmobilers going faster than traffic, driving in yards and not watching for kids, and operating their machines in residential areas late al night Complaints have been received both at the Village Hall and by council members Kenyon said that he didn't believe that the problems were being caused by Snowmobile Club members because of their stand on safety and courtesy when operating their vehicles. Shoemaker said that the police would do ail they could to see that the current or­ dinance would be enforced The council also got the final figures for redoing the outside of Village Hall For the past few years, the outside boards on the village have been rolling and splinter­ ing in spots Owens Ames and Kimball of Grand Rapids, which did the work on the hall have at­ tempted to correct the pro Mem with no luck. Council approved the cost of having the hall sided with vinyl siding and vinyl trim. The total cost will be $8,212 with OAK covering $2,798 of it. The village will be respon­ sible for the balance. $5,514. OAK will take care of replacing the Middleville Village logo once the siding is complete. Because building will be started on the vacant lot just east of village hall, that end won t be redone according to Village Manager Ev Manshum ‘ Once the council decides what color siding to put on, the company doing the work will begin." Manshum said. When it rains in Caledonia, a lot of that rain ends up in your sewer system. ” — Larry Fleis warmer weather. But if an emergency should develop with the pipe, he said, the council would be prepared to step in and get the repair work done immediately Fleis said he estimated the project would cost between $5,000 and $10,000 because Johnson is a concrete­ surfaced street The council agreed with Fleis' recommendations and authorized a committee of Glen Klaver. Dan Erskine and Buff Rodgers to get some bids on the work and prepare for any possible emergency at the site Fleis said that the sewer line on Mill Street also needed io be monitored, but did not recommend any repair work there at this time With the subjea still sew­ ers, Reis told the council it should take a serious look at the cause of the inflow and infiltration flwd D problem in the storm sewer system "When it rains in TK School Board sets curriculum director hiring procedure bv Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The Thornapple Kellogg School Board has approved the procedure for hiring a cur­ riculum director. The position already has been posted and advertised in university placement offices and in ‘Education Week.” All applicants for the posi­ tion will be screened by a committee made up of two board members, two ad­ ministrators, two teachers and two parents. This committee will con­ duct the first round of interviewing. The recommendation for candidates having second in­ terviews also will come from the committee The second interviews will be done by Superintendant Steve Garrett and the board Personnel Committee. They will recommend a Caledonia, a lot of that rain candidate and alternate for ends up in your sewer curriculum director to the system." he said. school board While this is not a problem The board will make the using the present lagoon final decision, with the target treatment system. Fleis employment date being May pointed out that this inflow 1 would be costly with the new During their regular SBR (sequencing batch reac­ meeting last Monday, the tor) treatment plant He added board members approved the that the Michigan Department hiring of two additional of Natural Resources also is teachers concerned about the problem. Wanda Kim Blair has been Rets recommended the vil­ a substitute at the middle lage use a tracer system to try school, filling in for three to locate where the water is teachers who have been ab­ sent on a long lean basis getting into the sewers and Because of substituting m suggested that a seasonal the district for 120 days, the monitoring of key manholes district is required to employ in the village would help the her for the next position she is council prioritize the trouble qualified and certified for spots. Blair completed her DPW employee Buff bachelor's degree at Western Rodgers said that be would Michigan University with a monitor the manholes and major m elementary education then meet or talk regularly and minors in math, science, w uh Rets on the results of hrs and English testing Since graduation in May The engineer sad be esti1992. she has been a long term substitute at TK Schools .LCaledoua. Caledonia Village agrees on measures for damaged sewer pipe by Barbara Call Staff Writer Believing firmly in the old "ounce of prevention" adage, the Caledonia Village Council authorired a special commit­ tee to take some precautionary measures in case a damaged sewer pipe turns into an emergency situation. A 68-fool section of pipe on Johnson Street was found to be in deteriorating condition when engineers tried to "televise" the pipe just before Christmas. The tile was cracked and one pipe had collapsed along that section, making it impos­ sible to televise. Engineer Larry Fleis of Fleis and Vandenbrink told the council last week Since no water seems to be infiltrating the section, he rec­ ommended that the council plan to replace the pipe in the spring. However, because it is deteriorating, be also sug­ gested the village be prepared, just in case the pipe gave way before warm weather He recommended the coun­ cil go ahead and sawcut the concrete street, but leave the concrete in place for now He also suggested the council take bids from contractors io get the best estimate on the job, but as long as the seaion of pipe held up. postpone the actual repair work until The Thornapple Kellog School Board members received recognition during for School Board Recognition Month. They are (front, from left) Vice President Wendy Romph, Gory VanElst, President Jon Siebesma. and Secretary Wanda Hunt; (»tan ding, from left) Treasurer Don Williamson. Rick Roth, and Dan Parker Marlene Dawn Cook is the other new teacher to the district. She was one of five people interviewed for the additional special education teaching position. Cook completed her bachelor’s degree at Calvin College in 1974 in secondary education with a major in physical education and a minor in social science. In 1992, she earned a special education learning disabled endorsement Cook has taught for one year at Pine Rest Christian Hospital The board also reinstated a custodial/maintenance posi­ tion that was a budget cut in the 1991/92 school year. In other action, the school board: — Heard a report and recommendation by McFall Elementary Principal Bill Rich about a presentation con­ ducted by the Stale Depart ment of Education on Michigan’s Early Childhood Standards of Quality Rich gave the board copies of these standards along with the recommendation that Dr Carolyn Cummings be con­ tacted to conduct an assess­ ment of the TK program — Approved the field trip request made by TKHS physical science teacheHhman Kinjorski The physical science classes again will be taking a trip to the Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago. — Set the dates for two special board meetings Mon day, Jan. 24. will be for budget review Monday. Jan 31. will be the evaluation of H All applicants for the position will be screened by a committee made up of two board members, two administrators, two teachers and two parents. Superintendent Steve Garrett. His one year contract will ex­ pire on June 30. — Received appreciation and recognition from TK ad­ ministration, staff and students for School Board Recognition Month Each board member also received a plaque In This Issue.... • Third Caledonia High School ‘Teen Institute’ set • Voters must choose between two school funding plans in March • Yankee Springs Board denies vacation alley • Public hearing set for Feb. 7 on Dykema sand pit PMR �Page 2 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / January 18, 1994 Third Caledonia High School Teen Institute set for Saturday Karate always draws a lot of student interest at Teen Institute, and by popular request, is again on the list of natural highs' students con sample this year. Coordinator Nanci Moore or CHS Assistant Principal Bob Szymoniak at the high school as soon as possible. Moore said that parents still are welcome to volunteer their Roppelling hat been one of the most popular natural high* al Teen Institute, and CHS students will get to fry it out again this year. Here, Rich Milock manages the ropes. help, and any parent who would like to contribute homemade cookies or snacks for the day should contact Moore at the high school (891-8129 ) Superintendent’s Corner by... Steve Garrett Superintendent of Thornapple Kellogg Explaining school finance reform Jason VanTil got a styling natural high.' / ARC serenaded CHS Principal Tonya Porter at last year's Teen Institute. ARC will perform again at this year's TI. Did you all hear... f Q X TRISHA NISSE A will be 40 this year? Q Q (JANUARY 20th) Brother Bob The commercial on televi­ sion asks "What can you possibly get for just $10.95?” For just $10. CHS students can enjoy a whole day of ac­ tivities at this year’s Teen In­ stitute, including meals, snacks and, of course, that TI T-shirt. But time is running out to sign up. Teen Institute will be happening this Saturday from 8 a m. to 11 p.m. Concerned about "surviv­ ing” that first year of college? Been down in the dumps for a while, and wondering why you can’t shake the "blues?” Perhaps you’re just really stressed out. but you don’t know w hat you can do to get out of the rat race College survival, depres­ sion and stress management MEMBER OF IAAM NSPA • INDIVIDUALS • CORPORATIONS • PARTNERSHIPS • FARMS • BUSINESS • ACCOUNTING • PAYROLLS ELECTRONIC FILING (Federal & State) Ftanew c*>tm This year we have been accepted to participate in the federal as well as the 'State of Michigan Electronic Filing. No extra charge when we are the preparer. HASTINGS OFFlCf SOS W APPl£ 945-5429 - HOURS Mon.-Fri. 9 im to 6 p.m Sat 9 am to 1 pm Sun Closed hMOOCEVXXf OFWCt 111 BROADWAY FAX # 795-3387 (616) 795-3420 State of Michigan is limited to refunds only and form 1040 and CR s ‘This is a Pitot Program for 1993 returns look during last year's hair are just three of the workshop topics set up for this year’s Teen Institute. Other workshops, which will be led by adults knowledgeable in the sub­ jects, include Staying Safe in the ‘90s, Is My Family Nor­ mal?. Getting Along in a World of Differences. Are You Listening? and Suicide and Grief. The day is for fun, however, as well as serious discussion, and participants at TI will be able to enjoy the entertainment with a message brought by CPR, O.J. Ander­ son and the rock group ARC. In between the speakers and workshops, students will be meeting in core groups and enjoying the activities called "natural highs.” This year’s natural highs in­ clude karate, rappelling, color analysis, karaoke, hair styl­ ing. photography, volleyball. T-shirt painting, archery, country line dancing, euchre, TI News, magic and computer games The day will end with a dance from 8 to 11 pm. The natural highs, the dance, the workshops and the core group activities all are in­ cluded to show students that drugs and alcohol are no* the way to solve problems nor are they necessary to have fun The deadline for registra­ tion is today. Jan. 18 However, anyone who would like to attend Teen Institute, but who did not yet register, should contact Teen Instutute I have received requests that 1 explain the recently passed school reform and finance legislation. At this time, I have little more information on the new legislation than everyone has received through the newspapers and television. As I obtain more information from the Legislature, Department of Education and the intermediate district I will pass this on to you. First, I would like to express appreciation to our represen tative, Robert Bender, and to all the legislators and for their ef­ fort and fortitude in their sincere drive for reform of educa tionai funding. On Dec. 23 and 24, the Legislature completed work on school reform legislation. These bills were signed into law by Dec. 31. Since these bills were acted on by the Legislature, both the Michigan House and Senate staffs have been working to provide summaries of these bill* and to pro­ vide other related information. It is important to note that many issues in this legislative package are addressed differently, depending on the outcome of a March 15 election. In addition, because of the speed with which this package was finally concluded, there are incon­ sistencies between bills that must be worked out. One example of this is that at this time, I am not sure whether it will be required that the district hold a millage election in order to maintain its present level of funding. As you begin to study the new funding plans and how it will affect the Thomapple Kellogg School District budget, it is im­ portant to note that there are some major differences between the current method of funding and the new method You cannot just look at the "bottom line” and say that the district will receive a major increase. Much of this increase will be used to fund social security and retirement payments that were paid by the Mate in past years In the past, our district received what was known as categorical aid, in the future this funding, except for special education, will become part of the district’s basic grant I have, many times in the past, expressed in the "Superinten dent’s Comer” the need for equity in educational funding in our state This has been a very difficult problem for our legislators Docs the new legislation provide for equity .' No Does it make a start in addressing the problem * Yes District that have a higher level of funding will continue to have a higher level. A major difference, as I understand it, will be that those districts that had a higher level of funding but, due to high SEV (state equalized valuation) per student, had a lower millage level will now have to pass millage to keep this high level Districts such as Thomapple Kellogg, which were at a $4,600 level, will receive a small increase, probaby 2 to 3 per cent However, districts at the $6,500 level will be maintained at that level Much of this will need to be better explained, both to you and to me Before the special electuxi on March 15, an informational meeting will be scheduled m the district We also will plan to make sure that a synopsis of information is mailed to all district residents �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I January 18. 1994 / Page 3 Voters must choose between two school funding plans Final exams scheduled at Thornapple Kellogg High School Michigan voters soon must make a decision on which school funding proposal they prefer to replace the property tax system abolished by the legislature last summer. In this chart, voters con easily see the pros and cons of each plan. Caledonia Schools Business Manager Judi Dean suggests voters consider careful­ ly which plan will best serve individual residents as well as the state s public schools and the economy of the state itself. SCHOOL FUNDING Compromise Proposal TAXING CHOICES Ballot Plan PROPERTY TAX Homestead ..... —...................... —■ Business/Non-homestead Local Millage Option Legislative Back up Plan ............ 6 mills ................. 24 mills .......................3 mills 12 mills 24 mills 3 mills 4.4% 6.0% ........................ $2100 $3000 INCOME TAX.......................................... ..... ....... (now 4.6%) Personal Exemption on State Income Tax __ Seniors 4 3900 (now $2100) ..................... 6.0% 4.0% ....................... 2.35% 2.75% CIGARETTE TAX................................... .......... 75 cents/pack 40 cents/pack SALES TAX............................................ (now 4.0%) SINGLE BUSINESS TAX (now 2 35%) (now 25 cents/pack) Plus 16% on other tobacco products ............. 1% on sales 2% on sales ($10 per $1000) ($20 per $1000) TELEPHONE CALL TAX..................... .................... 6.0% on (now 4 0% on Intrastate only) all calls 4.0% on all calls REAL ESTATE TRANSFER TAX (now $1 10 per $1000) The final exams for Thor nappie Kellogg High School will be given on Jan. 18-21. Students are expected to report to those classes m which they have a scheduled test Tuesday (today) is a normal school day with the exception of one (third hour) final exam Students are expected to be in all classes. Study halls will be provided for students Wednesday. Thursday and Fnday after­ noons Students are not re­ quired to attend the afternoon study halls. Transportation will be provided at the regular bus times. If a student is ill. a parent must telephone the high school office the morning of the absence in order to be ex­ cused. Hot lunches will not be available on exam days The final exam schedule is: Tuesday. Jan. 18. 7:45 to 8:33 a m., first hour class; 8:37 to 10:17. third hour final exam; 10:21 to 11:09. fourth hour class; 11:09 a m. to 12:31 p.m., fifth hour class and lunch; 12:35 to 1:23. sixth hour class; and 1:27 to 2:15. seventh hour class. Wednesay. Jan. 19. 7:45 to 9:30 a.m . fourth hour exam; 9:45 to 11:30. fifth hour ex­ am; and 12:15 to 2:15 p.m.. study hall Thursday. Jan. 20. 7:45 to 9:30 a.m., sixth hour exam; 9.45 to 11:30. seventh hour exam; and 12:15 to 2:15 p.m.. study hall. Fnday. Jan. 21. 7:45 to 9:30 a.m.. first hour exam; 9:45 to 11:30. second hour exam, and 12:15 to 2:15 p.m.. study hall Caledonia Neighborhood Watch to sponsor training session for business owners The Village of Caledonia Neighborhood Watch is spon­ soring a training session at 7 p.m on Tuesday. Jan 25 for all owners of businesses within the village or bordering it. “This includes all in­ terested church panshoners. school personnel, business employees and township and school board members." said Watch co-chairman Steve He said topics at the meeting will include building security, using community resources, membership in Neighborhood Watch and perhaps some explanation of the Child Watch program Anyone with questions should call Antecki at 891-9401 UF€ l€SS TAXING Tax Management and Mora Inc. mill prepare your return correctly and at o good pricel Steve Antecki, M.S.A. • 8919401 I MRKC HOUS4 CRUS Area school lunch menus announced Caledonia Community Schools HighMiddk Meal Deal Menu Wednesday, Jan. 19 French dip sandwich w/sauce, french fries, Vita Pup, milk. Thursday, Jan. 20 Itza pizza, french fries. Vita Pup, milk, potato bar Friday. Jan. 21 55 Or Older? We’ve Reduced The Cost Of Homeowners Insurance 30%! Here's why10u statetes show that homeowners 56 and otter haw fewer and fess costly losses than other age groups So IS only tav to charge you lass tor your homeown 1/2 day. no lunch Monday. Jan. 24 BYO sub sandwich, french foes. Vita Pup. milk Tuesday, Jan. 25 Mexican Bar. Vita Pup. milk. Caledonia Community Schools Elementary Lunch Menu Wednesday , Jan. 19 Soup/sandwich. apple crisp, food bar, milk. Thursday , Jan. 20 Nacho supreme, food bar. milk. Friday, Jan. 21 1/2 day, no lunch. Monday, Jan. 24 Hamburg bun. french fries, food bar, milk. Tuesday, Jan. 25 Pizza. food bar, milk Caledonia Comm units Schools Kettle Lake Breakfast Menu Wednesday, Jan. 19 Egg/cheese ham, biscuit, juice or fruit, milk Thursday . Jan. 20 Breakfast pizza, juice or fruit. milk Friday. Jan. 21 1/2 day, no breakfast Monday. Jan. 24 Assorted cereal, juice or fruit, milk Tuesday . Jan. 25 Sour cream doughnut, juke or fruit, milk. Caledonia Community Schools Dutton and Dutton Christian Lunch Menu Nacho supreme, corn, pears, milk. Friday, Jan. 21 1/2 day, no lunch. Monday. Jan. 24 Hamburg/bun, french fries, mixed fruit, milk. Tuesday , Jan. 25 Pizza, veg sticks w/dip, "Our Policy is Service’ 497 Arlington St. (M-37) Middleville. Ml 49333 Call: 795-3302 or 891-8208 7kM&44****____ Wednesday. Jan. 19 soup sandwich, apple cnsp. food bar. milk Thursday. Jan 20 Nacho supreme, food bar. milk Friday. Jan. 21 1/2 day. no lunch Monday. Jan. 24 Hamburg bun. french fnes, food bar. milk Tuesday. Jan. 25 Pizza. food bur. milk FOOD BAR Salad bar fruits, teg . PBAJ sandwich. milk FLEETWOOD fruit, milk. TK student honored at Kent Tech Center • • • • Spectacular family kitchen includes work island, oak cupboards, hutch, pantry, appliances 3 bedroom, 2 bath, private master suite • Gas water heater Maximum insulation • Fleetwood 5 year warranty Sapphire blue carpet • Blue siding with black shutters Drapes throughout 88&. s24,900 Caledonia Community Schools Kettle Lake Lunch Menu J.L. Schwartz Insurance Agency r amity Living by Wednesday. Jan. 19 Soup and sandwich, green beans, apple crisp, milk. Thursday, Jan. 20 Only 10% Down — Low Interest Financing Was 27,900 ----------------- CALL SANDRA AT:------------------ , Brian Thomas, a senior at Thomappk Kellogg High School, was honored as the • Student of the Mooch " at the Kent Career Technical Center tn the area of CAM/CNC. TRUE VALUE HOMES 795-7900 In Cider Mill Village A Community of Carefree Manufactured Homes. 812 RIVER BEND LANE, MIDDLEVILLE �Page 4 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / January 18. 1994 Neigh bors with. NORMA VELDERMAN Good morning, everyone. Isn't it nice to be just enjoying the relaxed time after Chmtmas? Mom- of you are not really doing anything special, just the usual things, wch as working, family and daily times For myself. I am very for tunate I have a warm home, lots of food and frequently hear from all the scattered children They have their troubles, fun. challenges, etc. but are doing well Johnny and I and our spoil­ ed boxer go for a walk at least once a day. sometimes two or three times a day Johnny plowed a path around the oustide of the hay field So we can dr> a short, medium or long walk of one quarter mile to one and one half mile, just as we feel like doing Thank God for wonderful Johnny He leads the way and. with my two ski poles. I follow behind him He wears dark pants so I can follow closely behind him. walking briskly to get all the oxygen possible If 1 toed to go by myself. I would be lost very quickly I can go up and down the driveway and around the old house without getting lost, and get back to the bouse without him He is so patient and canng I was reading and found something that applied to me. The author stated that judge­ ment of anyone is just like throwing mud at yourself. The mud hits you. not the person you are judging The mud doesn't hurt him. but hurts you. The mud sticks to me. I created my own eye trouble judging eseryone else instead of judging myself and then correcting my own faults. The Bible says not to judge another So this year I am working on my need for change And boy. oh boy. what a lot of work there is to do' Pai Tolan said that the Class of 1964 is planning their reu­ nion for Saturday. Sept. 14. Russ Bender said that his own immediate family got together at his daughter Mary s home Sunday because granddaughter Allicia was leaving shortly to attend the winter term m college at Sydney. Australia It is sum­ mer there and a nice lime to have warm weather while we are having winter. Then she also gets to visit another coun­ try as well as going on to school What a wonderful op­ portunity More power to our restless children try ing to get to know the rest of the people of the world. Other students are going to other countries through such organizations as Rotary Our world has chang­ ed. That is good and makes for more understanding leaders of the future Jerry Spencer said she is having such a wonderful time with all the new seed catalogs Most of us plan too large new home So that was a very busy family weekend. Lois Bremer said that all of her family went Saturday to a family friend's wedding in Galesburg His name is Dean Petersen Elaine Northrop said that the Methodist dinner was very successful They had a very good turnout the next one will be Jan 21. It is from 5 to 7 pm Carl and Bessie Nelson were sick with colds and ear infection. Cathy Williamson said they finally had all their Christmas doings last weekend, and so now the Christmas decorations were done and put aw ay Betty Koeplmger said that she has been home with inner ear trouble She’s a little bet ter now. gardens at this tune of the year. I know that I was always guiltv of that Dick Ward said that he had not heard from his daughter, who returned to Indonesia He said that she was making a slop in Singapore and was not as yet home W hen I call next week she will probably be home then. Thomapple Heritage meets on the fourth Wednesday (Jan. 28) at our home at the regular time. Jack Robinson said that they were being kept busy by their two very active grand­ children. i think he said that they were 2 and 3 years old. Don't they have such a huge amount of energy. though ’ Betty Newman said that the whole family pitched in last weekend and helped son John and Cheryl move into their Continued next page LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church Serving a Living Lord SUNDAY ... MSam 11 00 a m & 6 00 p m WEDNESDAY Family Fellowship Prayer A Bible Study 7 00 p m 7240 68th Street, SE C aledonia 2 mile* east of M-37 Pastor. Rev Brian F Harmon Youth Pastor, Darrel L Schrock Music. Jeffery C. Vander Heide FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH CHRISTIAN REFORMED 6201 Whitneyville Avenue Bruce N. Stewart, Pastor Lee Taylor, Assistant Pastor Sunday School 9:45a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6:00p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer 6.45p.m. Word of Life Clubs......................................... 6:45p.m. WELCOME TO Garnet United Brethren Church Kalamazoo Avenue at «2nd Street Caledonia Michigan Telephone 69M252 J — M-Ml ' T "A church with a caring heart for our community and the world Sunday Services........ 9:30 a m & 6.00 p.m. M-37 at 100th St.. Caledonia. Ml Church Office: (616) 891-1512 Rev. Gerald Van Oyen Al Tiemeyer Community Calling 1 LAKESIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH Pastor Mark Beers Pastor Scott Taylor Reaching People With Christ 8:30 am to 9 30 am — First Worship Service 9 30 am to 9 45 am — Coffee Fellowship 9:45 am to 10:45 am — Sunday School 10:45 am to 11:00 am — Coffee Fellowship 11:00 am to 12 00 — Second Worship Service Nursery and Childrens Church will be provided during both services S«t an eumpte In speech tn Me, ta low. in tertti and tn punty " ____________ 1 T>motny 4 12 ____________________________ CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Sunday School.................................... 9:30a.m. Sun. Morning Worship............ 10:30 a m. Evening Service.................................. 6:00p.m. 41' Rev. Bernard Mulder, Pastor 868-6306 LEIGHTON UNITED METHODIST Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Sunday Morning Worship (Interpreted for hearing impaired)............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School................................................ IL 10 a.m. Sunday Evening Service.................................. 6:30p.m Pioneer Club (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday..................... 6:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting - Wednesday........................... 7:00 p.m. Youth Fellowship - Sunday.............................. 5:00 p.m. RAY TOWNSEND. Pastor UM DOUBLESTEIN. Youth Director 891 -8028 Pence Reformed Church Barner Free • M 37 between Catedunia A Middleville Sunday Worship Services.. Sundai School 9:45-10:45 Wednesday Night ‘‘family Night”... 6:45-8:15 Imludn Adventure Dub. Churn lor Children and Adulu High School Youth Group and Adult CUmci For information call: 891-81 19 St. Paul Lutheran MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED MISSOURI SYNOD 708 West Main Street Kraft Ave. & 84th St., Caledonia, Ml Morning Worship Service Rev. James Cusack . 10 00 a m. Sunday Morning Worship 8 30am Sunday School....................................... & 45 a m Sunday Morning Worship 11 00 a m Sunday School...................................... 1115am Evening Worship Service................... 6 00 p m Phone 891-9259 YOU ARE INVITED Rev. Robert Gerke Saturday Evening Mass........................... 5 00pm Rev Roger Timmerman. Pastor Sunday Mass...................... 9 00am 4 1100am MIDDLEVILLE and PARMELEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES 8546 WhrtneywUe Ave at 84lh St •891-8661 The Crucfi eoece everyta* s sometxxfy ana Jesus Cfrsf is LokT Sunday School ........ ...... ............. .930 am Sunday Momng Worshp......... ... 40 30 am Svrdoy Evermg Worship.................. .600 pm Wee Mcweea >oyer 6 Boe Study___ 700 p m eetar SotKr °aaor i^joaoor UUscbr 111 Church Street GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH -t 12200 Chief Noonday Road (at Gun l-»ke) Wayland. Michigan 4934* • 795-7903 Barrier Free / Programs for All Ages 1 Sunday Wonhtp 10 W am J|> _ Sunday School Parmelee Morning Worship............. 9 30 a m Middleville Sunday School............... 9 45 o m Middleville Worship........................... 1 TOO a m Rev. Lynn Wagner — 795-3798 Rev. Carroll Fowler — 765-5316 Church O^ice Phone — 795-9266 “God Cares for You” £br (Did (Eime ^rthudiat Churrlt Cornerstone Wesleyan Church 5590 Whitneyville Ave . S.E. Alto, Michigan 49302 Phone 795-7076 891-8688 Office / 891-8978 Church 7953667 WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH Church School............................. 9:30a.m. Choir Practice ....................9:30 a.m. Meeting at the Comer of Worship Service......................... 10:30a.m. Wood School Rd. and Wing Rd. Services — 250 Vine Street Sunday School 10-00am Church Office 891 -8669 Morning Worship .......... 1100 am Parsonage 891-6167 Evening Worship.......... 600 p.m Rev. Bobby Dale Whitlock God i family) (Come join our family Kratt Avenue at lohnson Street CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST 8:30 or 11:00,6:00 Children\ Church/Youth Wonhip during nwirmng icmce. Caraway St puppet mimun far K 4th during evening ternco Sunday School......... .... 10 00 am Morning Worship..............1 TOO a m Evening Worship................ 6 00 p.m Wednesday Prayer Meeting/ Children's Classes 7 00pm Rovle Bailard, Pastor - 868^437 - II 15am WcdncvJay Family Night ' v^jPWIFrf| \ jA ; * ■ fa41 ■ ff-1 L *' ' •• 6 IJO p m «111 *^~’-** * The Reorganized CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST of Latter Day Saints XI46 Wth St near Whitneyville Ave Church School. ■ S to * 10 00 am Morning WorUup 11.00 a.m Evening WorUup 6 00 p m w«f FelkmUup......... 7 30 p m tin homev or church) call Pastor Lloyd DeVormer Sr 897-7407 �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / January 18. 1994 I Page 5 HookerHawkins united Pianist to present concert at Gun Lake Community Church Gun Lake Community Church will present Richard Ridenour in concert Sunday, Jan. 23 at 3:30 p m. The concert, the first in a series of three winter concerts at GLCC’s Festival of Mime, has been underwritten by local patrons and is offered free to the community Ridenour is known in the area as “Grand Rapids favorite piano paying son " He is a versitilc artist who plays classical, popular and ragtime music Acclaimed as a recording artist. Ridenour s most recent CD. “From Rags to Rich’s” is about to go into its third pressing He has appeared numerous times with the Grand Rapids Symphony A native of Grand Rapids. Ridenour received a bachelor's degree in music from the University of Michigan and a master s Richard Ridenour degree from the Juiliiard School of Music He studied piano locally in his early years with Ruth Hemmes Fol low mg graduation, he performed on the East Coast and in Europe and was music director at a New York Chy theater He has held several teaching positions, including posts at the Juiliiard School and Henn Street Settlement in New York Since his return to Grand Rapids in 1986. he has taught at Aquinas College. Calvin College and Grand Valley State University Ridenour has strong in­ terests m music <mjtreach and the development of aspinng youth In addition to leaching privately. he is the scholarship fund-raising coordinator of the Grand Rapids Musicians' League, of which he is a foun­ ding member He now serves as rehearsal pianist and leads an education program for Opera Grand Rapids Thornapple Kellogg student to perform with Junior Symphony by Margaret Fowler Sru// Hn/r > Thornapple Kellogg junior Jennifer Wicringa. first chair flute for the St. Cecilia Sym­ phony Orchestra, will per­ form in concert on Saturday. Jan 22, in Grand Rapids The orchestra is part of the St Cecilia Musk Society and they will present their winter concert at 8 p.m. in Royce Auditorium in the St. Celia Building located at 24 Ransom NW. Grand Rapids. Tickets for the concert are $5 for adults and $3 for senior citizens and children under 12. This is Wieringa's second year with the group. The music society youth program, which was founded in 1972 by David Ellis.who conducts the group, is a means of promoting excellence in • THURSDAY • Early Bird 6:30 p.m. Grooters & Beal to be in concert Feb. 2 Grooters & Beal will per form at Caledonia High School Wednesday. Feb. 2. at 7 p.m. Grooters & Beal, a duo out of Holland, will be perform­ ing a concert of Christian con­ temporary music in the fine arts auditorium The concert is being sponsored by area businesses, and is being led by the youth group from Peace Reformed Church in Middleville. Formerly with the group “Emmaus Road." "Grooters & Beal” have been perform­ ing together since 1988. They have many wide selling records such as “Love & Pam.” “Behold the Savior King and “What Child is This." Their music can be found in many Christian bookstores. “Grooters & Beal” are best known for their production of “Rock Vespers." an annual event showcasing their talents as musicians and incor­ porating humorous sketches. Boy Scouts to collect unused cat, dog food BINGO American Legion Pott »305 9548 Cherry Valley. Caledonia Darcy Jo Hooker and Mat thew P Hawkins were united in marriage Oct 9 at Kent wood Community Church Parents of the bride and groom are Darwin and Dorothy Hooker of Hastings and Jim and Charlene Hawkins of Plainwell Sheila Eaton was maid of honor Jonathan Abuhl served as best man Bridesmaids were Tnna Hooker and Jackie Hawkins Luke Eaton and Darin Hooker were groomsmen Following a Hawaiian honeymoon, the couple resides near Byron Center Thornoppie Kellogg junior Jennifer Wieringo is per­ forming os port of the St. Cecilia Music Society Junior Symphony on Jan. 22. STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY youth orchestral performance Wiennga is a member of the Thornapple Kellogg High School band and she plays in her church orchestra She hopes to study music at Grand Rapids Baptist College after graduation in 1995 Boy Scout Troop No. 65 from Middleville will collect unused cat and dog food, used blankets and towels for use as bedding for animals at the Barry County Anima) Shelter. The date for door-to-door collection is Saturday. Jan 22nd Look at local stores for drop boxes. TK School Board seeks names for tennis courts COMMF.RCI AL-IIAHH.I IY chased by calling 891-8119 and leaving a message Tickets are $3 in advance and $5 the night of the show ENGAGEMENT Rowley • Youngs plan wedding Stacey Lynn Rowley and Chase William Youngs, formerly of Hastings, wish to announce their engagement Parents of the couple are Kathy Rowley Davis and the late Steven Rowley, and Mary and Stephen Youngs Stacey is a 1991 graduate of Hastings High School and is currently employed at Kindy Optical in Houghton Chase is also a 1991 graduate of Hastings High Schixil and is now a student at Michigan Technological University. A June 10 wedding is planned KEYBOARD LESSONS ALSO PIANO and ORGAN By Fred Pelton (20 years of teaching) BEGINNER THRU ADVANCED GROUP or PRIVATE CHILDREN and ADULT ENROLL NOW! Caledonia Community Education Phone 891-8117 — CRAFT CLASSES in the Caledonia Village WORKER S COMPENSATION drama, dance and multi-media production into a dynamic, moving presentation Advance tickets can be pur­ The Thornapple Kellogg School Board is uking sug­ gestions to name the tennis courts locaied south of the middle school The courts which were built recently, have not been named and deda. ated Ideas for that should be subrruoed to the Administration Office either in anting or by phone. 795 3133 A cntmnmee of the school board then w ill make a recom­ mendation to the entire board a the Feb 14 meeting Start Jan 22 Jan 24 Jan 24 Jan. 26 Feb 7 Feb. 8 Feb 8 Feb. 10 Feb. 10 Feb 15 Feb.15 Feb 16 Feb 16 Feb 28 Class Friendly Plastics Jewelry Rubber Stamp Quilting Rubber Stamp Quilting Gathering Hearts Spnng Wreath Painting Painting Machine Quilt Block Machine Quilt Block Beginning Cross Stitch Knrtting/Crocheting Guiltow (Quilt in a Pillow) Fnendly Plastics Jewelry Quilted Sweater Day Saturday Monday Monday Wednesday Monday Tuesday Tuesday Thursday Thursday Tuesday Tuesday Wednesday Wednesday Monday Tima 6308:30 9001200 6:30930 6308:30 930-11:30 930-12:00 6:30900 90012:00 6 30-930 930-11:30 8:308:30 1:003:00 6:308:30 6:308:30 —— s Wks. 1 1 1 3 1 4 4 1 1 1 4 3 1 3 Cost $8 4 $10 , $104 $18 4 $104 $25 + $254 $104 $10 4 $10 $25 + $154 $8 + $184 ) g jRAINBOW’S END] Yarn, Craft & Variety | Caledonia Village Centre • 616-891-1106 HOURS Monday thru Friday 9am. to 8 pm Saturday 9 am to 5 30 pm �Page 6 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / January 18, 1994 Mary Folkert looks back at 23 years in Caledonia CHS teacher, coach, administrator to retire after 32 years in education by Berber* Gel Staff Writer Riding off into the sunset sounds pretty good to CHS history teacher Marv Folkert. But what he has in mind is no sedate ride to a link home in a retirement community. Folkert is off to the races Now that he's retiring this semester from education after 32 years, Folkert said he is excited about getting to work full time on his Formula Atlantic race car. a vehick that is just one step below the kind that races at the Indy 500 He has been involved in racing for years, and has com­ peted all over the U.S. and Canada, but now, be says, he can try his hand at the promo­ tion and marketing end of the racing business, as well as keeping his rote as the pro­ gram coordinator and head crew chief for the car While fishing and water skiing are still favorite leisure activities, Folkert said that the racing business takes a lot of time, and involves a lot more than just trailing the car to the track and home again. He’s looking forward to having that kind of time. “We spend 100 to 120 hours rebuilding the car after each event." he explained And while he might miss the interaction with young people, and with his many friends in education, be can t wait to begin devoting his time to what has been his avocation all these years. His stories about racing arc legend at Caledonia, where he has served the last 22 years as a principal, a coach and a his­ (t What we re heading for today is a more student-driven curriculum as compared to a textbook-driven curriculum. In other words, students are seeing a benefit to learning something, rather than just learning it because ‘it’s in the ,j book.’ — Mary Folkert tory teacher. He has even been been a school bus driver (in another district) and for 10 years served as the sponsor of the CHS Close Up program, which takes students to Washington D. C. to learn first-hand about their govern­ ment. Folkert also has used his love of anecdotes to enhance history for his students "Marv is a wonderful story­ teller. and I think the students will miss having history come alive for them through the stories he tells," said CHS English teacher Marilou Boocher, who works with Folkert in an integrated history/English program. "His stories make history a personal experience for the students. Ik can tell some detail about a president, a general or some leader, as if that person were a friend of his. and a person, not just a name in a book "This makes history more than just dates and facts; it's something living. "From what I hear from the students, they enjoy the sto­ ries, and remember them, and the history that goes with them." Folkert has a lot of experi­ ence from which to draw both • New Pillow Tops, Sailboats, Dogs, ( Sunflowers • Children’s Cloth Books •LooneyTunes Fabrics 218 E. State St., Hastings Ph. 945-9673 Houra Mon Thun 8-5:30; mjo FREE Market Analysis How much is your home worth? Thinking of selling or buying? Coll me for o free market analysis. You may not know me by name or by company, but many of your friends and neighbors do! KEVIN MEATON. BA; Marketing. MSU Office: l-SOO-241-5253 Home: (616) 795-7274 his historical and present-day anecdotes Not only does he know bis field well, but be has had plenty of experience with all kinds of students to understand what works with them. Originally from Whitehall, Folkert went to schools in Holland, at Benzie Central, at­ tended Byron Center High School for two years, and graduated from Hudsonville. An athlete, he played some football and lettered in bas­ ketball and baseball. His love of sports followed him to Western Michigan University, where be majored in history and physical educa­ tion and minored in biology. He also earned bis master's degree in physical education and school administration from WMU. "I really wanted to be an airline pilot, but my eyesight messed that up, so the next best thing was to return to ed­ ucation and to sports," he said of his early career decisions. Before coming to Caledonia, he taught for seven years at Stevensville Lakeshore Junior High, and two years at Rudyard. He was hired by the Caledonia Schools in 1971 as the new junior high principal. He also coached the sev1 enth-grade^girls’ basketball team and the freshman boys' I basketball team. In 1978, he moved to the high school to teach history and serve as the athletic direc­ tor and varsity boys' basket­ ball coach. He headed the boys' hoops program until 1982, compiling an overall record of 52 wins and 35 losses. After more than 20 years in the district, Folkert said be has observed all kinds of changes taking place in the Caledonia schools, and he is proud of his part in some of them. "First of all. I see pride in this facility on the pan of the students and the community," be said of the new high school. "And then I see tremendous change in the direction of our curriculum What we re head­ ing for today is a more stu­ dent-driven curriculum as compared lo a textbookdriven curriculum. In other words, students are seeing a benefit to learning something, rather than just learning it be­ cause Ys in the book "I see a school district today that has really considered the needs of tSe community, and there is far more opportunity for the community to have input into many areas, including the curriculum and school ac­ tivities, the things that make a school run " Folkert recalled some dif­ ferences between today s facilities and the way it was The Caledonia School Board at its last meeting presented a plaque to Marv Folkert, who is retiring in his 23rd year with the district. He has served as a prin­ cipal, teacher, coach and Closeup sponsor. 23 years ago when: • All football games were played away. • There was no track • The only gym was the one in the present Community Ed Building. • Lunch was brought over to the junior high from the high school, and it wasn’t always hot when it arrived. One of the changes Folkert made at the junior high was to renovate a former bus garage into a lunch room where pizza and hamburgers could be cooked and served a la carte. He also instituted "time out" rooms at the school instead of sending students with discipline problems home. Better science furnishings were purchased for the junior high. When he took the helm at the junior high, he said, there were no tables or running wa­ ter in the science room, and the overall curriculum was not geared at all for the upper level student. "I see great changes in that area, and I commend the staff for it," he added. "Some of the people who made those changes are still working on our staff, too." Folkert also commented on the upgrading of enrichment areas, such as drama and ath­ letics. He also said that it was important for the district to have buildings at all levels that could accommodate the entire curriculum. "The new middle school is the final piece needed," be said "Overall, I think the way people in Caledonia feel about education has changed considerably, and I see a change in student respect for Caledonia There has always been pride at Caledonia. but today, there s also some pres­ tige attached to being from this district. There's more self-assurance now among students today that We re OK — we re as good as anyone else "We re not perfect, but I see these as positive changes in attitude." Folkert calls the restructur­ ing effort now going on at the high school "a necessary evil." "It's much like the new math' of 30 years ago," be suggested. "Now that particular theory didn't work out. but many of the concepts and teaching skills we learned from new math have been retained to the benefit of our students today. "It's too early to know if 'restructuring' will work out, but many of the things we re trying and the things we re learning about teaching will have an effect on education for a long time. "The skills will be utilized, and the students will benefit. "Restructuring already has helped us teach (students) how to analyze information and then present it in a logical way, and that alone is very important, perhaps especially for the college-bound stu­ dents. "The biggest reason for re­ structuring is that we re teach­ ing the application of today's knowledge, not the applica­ tion of 20 years ago." However, not every change is positive, in Folkert's mind "One of the down sides' to­ day. and not just in Caledonia, is that we ve lost our sense of humor. I miss that. We don't laugh enough any more. I don't mean we sixuikl laugh at someone, but these days, we re so afraid of offending someone. "Some of the most memo­ rable things for me about teaching arc things we could never do today, like going out with a group of kids and cut­ ting down a Christmas tree, bringing it back to school and then decorating it and having a great time "In restructuring. I bojx- we can restore a learning situation that is fun and memorable " Caledonia educators who have worked with Folkert say his career has indeed been "memorable" for many rea­ sons. Though he officially gave up coaching, he has never lost his interest in basketball, nor his willingness to help with the program. He helped for­ mer CHS boys’ coach Jon Mcerman as an assistant var sity coach, and when new­ comer larry Rea stepped into the varsity job last season, Folkert helped Rea make the transition to die new program Now teaching at Caledonia Middle School and in his sec­ ond year as coach, Rea said he still appreciates Hilkert's insights into the game and be­ lieves that be contributes a lot to the kids he works with, both in sports and in the classroom. "He's very knowledgeable about basketball, and about the subject he teaches," said Rea, also a social studies teacher Continued next page SATIO Thee Place for TANNING and NAILS 9790 Cherry Valley Rd. (M 37) . 891-4040 IBehind Faro t Ptue in Cefdonia) OPEN Monday-Friday 8 to 8. Open al 8 am Saturday STEP AEROBICS for the Beginner Held in the McFall All-Purpose Room Tuesday & Friday 3:45-4:45 *3.50 per single class or *24.00 for 8 classes. Step benches available for rent M.00 Stretcherciee Certified Instructor... Hamon 795-7273 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / January 18. 1994 I Page 7 From previous page "He makes the things he teaches interesting. He has that knack of getting kids to learn when they don't even re­ alize they re learning. "There are two things I've learned about Marv in the short time I've worked with him. One is that he really cares about kids, and the other is that he can adapt to any situation so that the people he’s with feel comfortable. "1 know he really helped me take care of a lot last year, when I was not teaching in Caledonia. "Even though he's not coaching, he still stops in to chat about the games and hem the team is doing. He s been another pair of eyes for me. and TH truly miss that. I hope he'll be back to see us. and I hope he'll share his observa­ tions with me " "Although he's no longer coaching, his dedication and commitment to the team is displayed by his attendance at the games, lie's always avail­ able for a pep talk, too," agreed CHS Athlctic/Activities Director Jeanne Giowick i. Folkert s willingness to help out was mentioned over and over by staff who have worked with him or under him. They also talked about his willingness to try some­ thing new, to implement changes. "As a coach, he was a moti­ vator." said Joe Zomeriei, now the CHS girls' track coach and CHS science teacher Originally hired by Folkert to teach science at the junior high, Zomeriei said he "can't Stop and see — your choice is clear. Richard J. Choryan, O.D. DOCTOR* OF OPTOMETRY 133 E Main St. Caledonia. Ml 891-9224 i C His sincere concern for his players was his outstanding characteristic. Winning, of course, was important to him, but most of all, he really cared about his kids. — John Soderman say enough good things about him.” 'The most exciting time of my career has been my five years working at the junior high while Marv was princi­ pal." said Zomeriei. "lie gave so much to this district; he was progressive, ready for change, ready to implement change, ready to do good things for kids." "He was innovative," agreed history teacher Stan Spencer, who also started off at the junior high under Folkert. "He may even have been ahead of his time. I remember when ecology became a big thing in the early 70s. he assigned junior high students and teachers to go out on clean-up expedi­ tions al area parks Today that doesn't sound unusual, but back then, it was a bold thing to release students from scb«>l for service projects "We did walks and marathons for charity causes, too." Other teachers who worked under Folkert at the junior high also praised his adminis­ trative ability. "He was one of the best principals I've ever worked under," said CHS science teacher John VanOrman. who has known Folkert "since day one." "For instance. I remember one day I needed something for my science class, and be heard about it and just went to the grocery store and got it for me. That’s the kind of thing he did for his teachers. "He’s one of the good guys." ”1 especially remember his work with a student who was interested in auto racing." re­ called CMS teacher Brian "Buzz" Ixatherman "But the boy had some dis­ cipline problems and dis­ rupted class. So, Marv, who also loves racing, would work with him during class so that I could work with the other stu­ dents. "The two of them really hit it off with that common inter­ est; they could talk for hours 20% OFF PELLA* Brown Duck Jackets Hurry - Safe ends Saturday. January 22 Caledonia Farmers Elevator 136 E. Main Street • Caledonia 891-8108 • Open 6 Days a Week "But that was the kind of principal he was." He was a teacher s princi­ pal." agreed CMS science teacher John Butler "By that. I mean he was supportive He knew what the classroom was like, and he never forgot what it's like to be a teacher. Most teachers felt very comfortable with him; they knew he was trust­ worthy " Fellow World Studies teacher John Klunder com­ mented on how Folkert helped him out during his first year of teaching. "What impresses me about for me next year, because I learning is always more en­ often went to him for advice joyable when you're actively in coaching and teaching, and involved. "I just think that he has he was always willing to treated with dignity and re­ help." "It's been my privilege to spect. everyone he has inter­ work with Marv as athletic acted with, and what a contri­ director and as a member of bution that is to a school dis­ the coaching staff." said CHS trict." "Hl miss having him here," track coach and former AD said CHS Principal Tonya John Soderman "I think his greatest contri­ Porter. There have been so many butions in this area have been his enthusiasm for high students that have had diffi­ school athletics and for the culties. but he has never given coaching of basketball. He up on any of them. He's made loved to coach and he was a a difference in the lives of many of our students." good coach. The Caledonia School "His sincere concern for his players was his outstanding Board honored Folkert at its characteristic. Winning, of December meeting, and the course, was important to him. staff held a surprise party for but most of all. he really cared him after school last week. The basketball team came as a about his kids." Caledonia School group to say goodbye, even Superintendent Robert Myers though Folkert prefers to keep echoed the same feelings his departure low key But his life will literally about Folkert as an educator "He’s helpful. not move to the fast lane" after this week, when he leaves ed­ confrontational." he said. "Marv's strengths arc that ucation for the world of auto kids enjoy him. and he has an racing. "Til miss Marv passing me ability to listen to them, learn what their interests are and on the way to school every day." mused Spencer. use that understanding in his “You know, don't you. that teaching. nobody ever passes Marv." "He's a believer in handson, active learning, and grinned VanOrman. him is his great patience with his students, and that he'll give of his time, his supplies, whatever, to other teachers or to his athletes. He’s always giving." CHS business teacher and varsity girls' basketball coach Mike Wilson remembers Folkert as a coach and now works with him on the high school staff and as a fellow coach. "The interesting thing about knowing Marv in so many roles is that in all of them, he's treated me as a friend and taken an interest in how I was doing. "When I was a player at Caledonia, be put in a lot of time making me a better bas­ ketball player. "When I became a teacher here, he tried to teach me the ropes, and help me through that first year. "When I got the girls' coaching job. it was the same thing. In every role we've shared, he's tried to help me out. It's going to be a big void Stephanie Pennington is Rotary Student of the Month FREEZE in several areas of the high school and community, Stephanie has worked in the Middleville Village Hall, the high school office, the library and the copy room. She has done volunteer work for MADD and has been chosen as Student of the Month Future plans include further educational training for a career in the secretarial field ACHY BREAKY HEART • - SWING COUNTRY WESTERN DANCE LESSONS — New Classes Start — Wayland Jan. 26 Middlmille Jan.25 Contact Community Education Wayland Middleville 792 9153 • 795-3397 Instructors Dvnny A Terri Parker 795-3011 WALTZ • • SWAY POLKA • TEN STEP Stephanie Pennington Senior Stephanie Penn­ ington. daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Pennington of Middleville, was selected as the "Rotary Student of the Month" for December at Thornapple Kellogg High School. Called an outstanding in­ dividual and a willing assistant Free tax help now available for older people The American Association of Retired People s Tax-Aide program has trained volunteers who are willing to help senior citizens They provide free assistance to k>w or moderate income older people who may have trouble with 'heir income ux prepora!K*n In the Middleville area, counselors w ill be at the VFW Hall. 123 East Main starting Feb I (Tuesdays) For an ap­ pointment call 795-9601 In the Caledonu area, counselors will be at the Com­ munity Education Building. 330 Johnson St . o« Monday s. starting Jan 31 For zn ap­ pointment call 891-8117. Senior citizen's must bring along the following informa forms showing any wages. pensMm. social security. in­ terest. dis ideals. contnbuUons and property taxes. PnescnptMMi drug records also may be needed to get credit. JANUARY :«8 db^ j _ ——• USED TIRE SALEi ^0n Each Tire • Guaranteed* ■ COUPON i Lube, ! O". (S Filter COUPON V- [.Limit 5 Qtrs Valvoline COUPON OFF Price on ' Purchase or 1 Any 4 Cooper • Tires ALL Truck Tires On Sale! ALL Snow Tires On Sale Special on ALL Exhaust Systems Extra 5% Discount for ALL Seniors Free Tire Rotation Free Window Washer Fill Up _— _ ___ Ph. 795-3550 hours Mos’ Mayor Motor Clubs if RKCOVUY • Unlock • Jump Start Motorcycle • Flatbed • 4 Wheel Drive • Emergency Tire Repair CaQ (616)795-2200 J 24 Hour Emergency Dispatch tfxU'v vol­ �Page 8 / The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml I January 18. 1994 I Obituaries Robert Francis Baker MIDDLEVILLE Mr. Robert Francis Baker, 37, of 2053 Fawn, Middleville, passed away Thursday, January 6, 1994 Mr. Baker was bom on Febru­ ary 2, 1956 to William A. and Gabrielle A. E. (DeMayer) Baker in Grand Rapids . He was married to Sandra L Austhof Baker Mr. Baker was employed as an electrical engineer Mr. Baker is survived by his wife: Sandra, children: Tim, Jennifer and Amy. special niece and nephew who lived with him: Jeannie and Michael, parents: Bill and Gabe Baker, sister. Mrs. Harold (Ltt) Woods, mother-inlaw: Gladys Austhof, grandpa­ rents: Frank DcMarcr and Lena Roberts. Preceding him in death were his brother and family: Michael. Carla, Patti Jo and Melinda. Funeral services were held Monday January 10, 1994 at the Caledonia Funeral Chapel with Reverend Allen Bultman of Hope C.R.C. in Grandville offi­ ciating. Interment at Lakeside Cemetery. Katherine Robleski_____________________ HASTINGS Katherine Robleski, 90, of 520 West Court Street, Hastings passed away Wednesday, January 12, 1994 at Pennock Hospital. Mrs. Robleski was bom on April 14, 1903 at Leighton Township, Allegan County the daughter of Austin and Eleanor (Humphrey) Loftus. She was raised in the Middleville area and attended the Brew Country School and Hastings High School. She married Stanley Robleski in December 1943. She was employed at the former Frandsen's I>ry Goods store in Hastings before joining the J.C. Penney Company in the late 1930's. She became the first woman buyer in the United Stale* for the company, pnmari ly in yard goods and clothing. She retired in the early 1950’s. Mrs. Robleski was a member of the Saint Rose of Lima Catholic Church; Hastings Women of the Moose; member of the Altar Society of the former Saint Augustine Catholic Church in Middleville. Mrs. Robleski is survived by step-daughter Velma Barnum of Bradenton, Ronda; four slcpgraodchildren; ten step-great grandchildren; several step­ great great grandchildren; sisters: Rosetta Johnson of Middleville, and Frances Linsea of Grand Rapids; 21 nieces and nephew*; many great and great great nieces and nephews Preceding her in death were her husband: Staney on July 15, 1958; and brothers: John, Austin, Tom, and Henry Loftus; sisters: Adclia Linds ley, Nora Hooten, Margaret While, and mins: Sister Bridget and Sister Padua. The Rite of Christian burial was held Saturday, January 15, 1994 at Saint Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Hastings with Reverend Charles H. Fischer officiating. Burial at Mount Calvary Cemetery in Hastings. Memorial contributions may be made to the Saint Rose of Lima Catholic Church or Barry Community Hospice. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home in Hastings. Edward L. Wilkes----Wilkes, Edward L., 33, bom on August 5, 1960, went to be with Our Lord Wednesday, January 12, 1994 from his home in Middleville after a lingering illness. Mr. Wilkes is survived by his family Tammy, Tim, Tina, and Terry; his parents, Duane and Margaret Wilkes, two brothers and three sisters; maternal grandmother, Wilda A Herding; paternal grandmother, Lanetta Wilkes, several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. Edward was employed at Lescoa until his illness. He was a member of the Middleville United Methodist Church. Memorial services will be held Tuesday, January 18, 1994 at 7.30 in lhe evening at the Middleville United Methodist Church. Memorial contributions may be made to “G R A C E. A P C.N " or Barry Community Hospice. Edward T. Lynn____ Edward T. Lynn, 79, passed away January 6, 1994 at Metro­ politan Hospital in Grand Rapids. Mr. Lynn was bom on June 7, 1914 in Racine, Wisconsin the son of David and MaryElien (Thomas) Lynn. He was married to Eda Vcraar Lynn. Mr. Lynn was an Inspector a t Lear-Sicglcr (Smiths Industries). Mr. Lynn is survived by his wife: Eda Lynn, children: Carol Harig of Florida, Earl and Elian Lynn of Cutlerville, six grand­ children and five great­ grandchildren. Funeral services were held Tuesday January 11, 1994 al Caledonia Funeral Chapel with Pastor Rick Floyd officiating. Interment al Alaska Cemetery. Me mon al contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. 1 <25 Starters and Alternators «27®’<O Playhouses complete with a porch and shutters on the front window provide Dutton Elementary kindergarteners with new make-believe fun. Built by the custodial staff over the Christmas holidays, the playhouses ore set up in each of the kindergarten rooms. Dutton School kids enjoy their new playhouses^. Students in Mrs. Olthouse s afternoon kindergarten class pose on the porch of their new playhouse. In photo at right, Nick Lombardo performs a few repairs' to the house, while ' dinner' is being prepared inside. Banner’s story on former Delton ambulance director incorrect £ «/> An article in the Jan. 13 edition of the Banner incor­ rectly identified a former manager of the Delton Ambulance Service as being charged with criminal sexual conduct. Jerrald A. Reid. 34, of Sturgis, who was named in­ correctly in the article, was not arrested, has no such charges pending against him and has no involvement in the case. John Patrick ’J.P." Reid, 26. of Battle Creek. ALSO a former manager of the Delton service, is the man who actu­ ally faces three counts of firstdegree criminal sexual con­ duct in the case He is accused of molesting a 15-year-old boy in December The Banner inadvertently EXCHANGE SE?.. s4” REGULAR $499 Blades AntiFreeze rs=n\ c-*' 11 52" t Windshield washer Fluid 89c Lock De-lcer $f 69 western Auto SMALL ENGINE PARTS & SERVICE % On M-37 in Caledonia ' m 891-1484 I Jerrald A. Reid (Has no connection with any charges) been connected with any crime, became the manager of the Delton Ambulance Service when it was created in August 1990. He now lives in Sturgis and is attending col­ lege. John Patrick Reid report­ edly took over the manager's position at another time and held that post until he left in August 1993 to study to be­ come a mortician. John Patrick Reid was ar­ raigned Jan. 7 in 10th District Court in Calhoun County on the first-degree criminal sex­ ual conduct charges. First-de­ gree criminal sexual conduct is punishable by up to life in prison. A preliminary exam in dis­ trict court has been scheduled for Jan IK John Patrick Reid is free on a $45,000 cash bond. Phone 795-3345 for Sun & News Action Ads! John Patrick Reid (Faces sex charges) identified Jerrald Reid as the person involved in the case through a reporting error. His picture also appeared with the story. The newspaper received information that a "J. P. Reid." who had been a man­ ager at the Delton Ambulance Sen ice. had been charged m a criminal sexual conduct case and had been arraigned in 10th District Court in Calhoun County. The newspaper called 10th District Court and asked for information about a “J.P. Reid' being accused of sexual misconduct The Banner confused the two Reids while gathering information to write a story The Banner regrets the error. Jerrald Reid, who has not Caledonia Auto Parts... FOR ALL YOUR CAR & TRUCK CARE NEEDS” Complete line of Parts and Accessories and Car Care Products Fwnl 891-4085 Value 227 E. Main St., Caledonia Your “Hometown" Auto Parts Store OPEN Monday Friday 8 to 6, Saturday 8 to 2 �Th0 suin and News. Middleville. Ml I January 18. 1994 / Page 9 Ed's Body Shop to add more garage area Caledonia Village OKs expansion for auto repair business Partners Dan Rudd (left) and Jon Raymond of No Preference Towing in Mid­ dleville ore ready to answer service colls quickly from their home base located on M-37 by Mom & Pops. The Caledonia Village Council has approved on expansion project at Ed s Body Shop. More garage space will be added to the west (left) end of the building. The Caledonia Village Council last week accepted the recommendation of its Manning Commission to ap­ prove a special non-conform­ ing land use permit allowing the expansion of a village auto repair shop. The Planning Commission unanimously had recom­ mended the council approve the special use permit after a Jan 4 public hearing on the request. lid Pawlotkl, owner of Ed’s Body Shop at the intersection of Kinsey and Johnson streets, said he will be better able to handle his growing business with the addition of the 1,028squarc-foot garage area to the west side of the existing building. The odd-shaped lot facing Johnson and Kinsey originally was home to a gas station many years ago. The building was sitting unused, however, when it was rejuvenated sev­ eral years ago. first as an ice . cream shop and then as an auto body shop when Pawloski bought the building in 1991. In discussing the expansion of the building, the Planning Commission was concerned about screening the parking areas of the business, about commercial noise in the resi­ dential neighborhood, about the parking of both employ­ ees' vehicles and vehicles awaiting repair and also about the size of the addition. However, no objections were raised bv the residents attending the public hearing, nor did the commission re­ ceive any letters about the ex­ pansion request. In recommending approval for Pawloski's request, the Planning Commission stipu­ lated the following conditions be attached to the special use permit: • Parking be prohibited in the public right of way. The commission recommended H The extra space will improve our operation, and it also means less waiting for our customers. n that only three employees be allowed to park along the northeast side of the building. • Parking areas on the northeast side of the building be appropriately graded, paved and striped. • In addition to vegetation and green areas shown on the site plan, the areas on the northeast side of the building not used for employee parking be graded and sixided or seeded. • Outside storage of dam­ aged or disabled vehicles be limited to the area west of the proposed west wall, and an adequate area must be re­ served for placement and ac­ cv^24 cess to a refuse container in accordance with C-l zoning. • The existing business sign located within the public right-of-way be allowed. However, if it becomes dam­ aged, it may not be replaced within the right of way. • Root drains within both the existing building and the addition be tied to the sanitary sewer system, and grease traps be installed in corr^Miance with cunent pre­ treatment standards of the Village Sanitary Sewer code. • Ixiud work be restricted to the hours from 8 a m. to 6 p.m. • The open canopy in front of the office area of the budd­ ing may not be enclosed at any time. Pawloski, who employs six at the business, said the addi­ tion will allow him to service four more vehicles and in­ crease his productivity by 25 to 30 percent. Two Middleville natives open towing service in Middleville bv Margaret Fowler Staff Writer “We’re Pulling for You.” is the motto of the recently opened No Preference Tow­ ing and Recovery in Middleville Dan Rudd and Jon Ray mond, both 1988 graduates of Thornapple Kellogg High School, are partners in their business that aims to offer good service and competitive prices. No Preference has both a tow truck and a flat bed. so, they can take care of most wrecked, disabled or aban­ doned vehicles that classify as light towing. That includes all-wheel drive, four-wheel drive vehicles, and light duty pickups as well as motorcycles Another service offered by the two is an emergency tire service with new tires being available on request, 24 hours a day. “Jon also works at Tires-R Us here in town and that is why we can offer this service to our customers. *' said Rudd “This way people won't have to leave their vehicle because they can't get a tire replaced." No Preference is also available to take care of jump starts and lockouts. The business area that No Preference services is predominantly in Barry. Allegan, and southern Kent counties. However, they do cover any towing necessary in a 50-miie radius of Middleville. They also have outdoor storage space for wrecked, disabled, or abandoned vehicles at there home base. “Business has been picking up." said Rudd “But. one difficulty we have had is that we missed the printing of this year's phone book, so we aren't listed Both Rudd and Ravrnond are encouraging people to keep handy the No Preference phone number, 795-2200. for 24-hour service '■■ . “SNOW TIGER’-Snow Thrower "The extra space will im­ prove our operation, and it also means less waiting for our customers," he said. He expects construction to begin as soon as possible in the spring, and is hoping the area will be ready for use by May. He said that he is gratified at the community's response to his business since it opened, and attributes his suc­ cess to "good old-fashioned service" and trying to do an honest job and doing it right "with maybe just a little ex­ tra." 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J600 RPM. 120 V<ji» etecinc start and manual feetd engine is equipped w<h a J U5. quart fuel start and operate smoothly m even the coldest ct weather. | Contact your local dealer to see the SNOW T inoiv Thrower by CMP �Page 10 I The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I January 18, 1994 MIDDLEVILLE DAMAGED SEWER, mated the project would need from six to eight months, with less than five to eight hours of consulting work per month p.m January 25. 1994. at the needed from him, since he ViHoge Hail 100 East Main can talk with Rodgers on the Street Middleville for the pur­ telephone. pose approving the 1994 Village The council agreed to au­ Budget Support by VandenBerg Ayes all Corned thorize the firm of Fiets and Manager Manshum reported Vandenbnnk to undertake the and announced a meeting with study, with Reis to be paid on the Farmers Home Administra­ an hourly rate tion. »o be held Wednesday In other business. Randy Attorney Youngsma presented to Council a proposed Wilcox of Wilcox Associates ordinance to amend the Mid reported that he had met with dlevdle Village Code of i960 (os the DNR and believed all amended) by the addition of plans for the new wastewater Chapter 19. to regulate ond con­ trol the operation and sole of treatment plant and the col­ snowmobiles within the Village lection system should be limits of Middleville Michigan. wrapped up within the week Council to look over and give their recommendation at the He and the council dis­ next regular council meeting. cussed the need for the treat­ Mr Ralph Briggs approached ment plant site to be given a Council requesting a waiver for special land use permit, and a the fee of $75 00 to meet with fence around the project also the Zoning Board of Appeals ogom with new information. will be put up as part of the Discussion held Bray moved construction. that Council wave the $75 00 fee Wilcox said the plant basi­ to the Zoning Board of Appeals cally is on-schedule and for Mr. Ralph Briggs come bock and present more information. within its budget. Support by VandenBerg Ayes In yet another sewer matter, all Carried. the council agreed to defer re­ Oliver moved that Council pair work on two manholes enter into closed session at 7:47 p.m. for the purpose of discuss­ until Rodgers completes his ing legal opinion Support by "confined entry" training and VandenBerg Roll coll Bray aye possibly will be able to do the French aye. Mugridge aye, work himself. This would Oliver aye. Schellinger aye VandenBerg aye, and Myers save the village an estimated aye Motion carried. $1,700 by not contracting the Council returned to regular Job. session at 8 05 p.m. Village Council President French moved that Council ap­ Official Village Council Minutes 28. 1993 Pratidonf My«r» coiled the mooting to order o* 7 00 p.m Protont: Bray. French. Mugridge Oliver Schei linger and VOndenBorg Abtonl None Guectt Margaret Fowler from the Sun and Newt ond Mr and Mrs Ralph Briggs Minutes of the December 14. 1993 meeting wore approved os rood Manager AAonehum updated Council on exterior of the Village Holl building Discussion held on discrepancy in what the amount of the siding for the Village Holl from whot wos quoted VandenBerg moved the Coun­ cil extend the deadline lor ap­ proving the 1994 Village Budget to January 25 1994 Support by Oliver Ayes oil Carried Schellinger moved that Coun cil hold a public meeting at 6 45 CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN CALEDONIA. MICHIGAN "41 OrewSHg fdpr et Kent Cewtey" CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP JANUARY 19, 1994 7:00 P.M. Minutes Bills Building Inspector Report River Glen PUD Country Meadows ■ 1st Reading Dissolution of Village Resolution Street Lights Community Development Block Grant 9. Planning Commission Report 10. Amend Budget 11. Any Other Business That May Come Before the Board po3> 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. prove the 1993 Village Budget Revisions Support by Broy. Ayes all Carried With no further business. Oliver moved for adjournment Support by Bray Ayes all Car­ ried Meeting adjourned at 8:10 pm Cheryl Hooper Village Clerk VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA County of Kent, Michigan PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on February 1, 1994 at 7:00 p.m. the Planning Commission of the Village of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, concerning a proposed ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Village of Caledonia. The proposed ordinance, if adopted, would rezone the following described lands from the R-2 Medium Density Single Family District to the C-1 Neighborhood Business District: Commencing at a point 295.72 feet South and 381.52 feet East of the Southwest corner of Kinsey’s Plat of the Village of Caledonia Station, thence North 147.22 feet, thence East to the Southwesterly line of Kinsey Street, thence Southeasterly along said street line to a point due East of the point of beginning, thence West to the point of beginning, except commencing at a point on the Southerly line of Kinsey Street in the Village of Caledonia 378.8 feet Southeasterly from the intersection of said line of Kinsey Street with the South line of Johnson Street, thence Southeasterly along said line of Kinsey Street 84.2 feet, thence West parallel to Johnson Street 179.75 feet, thence North at right angles to the last described course 64 feet, thence East parallel to Johnson Street 125 feet to the point of beginning. The proposed text of the amending ordinance is on file and may be examined at the offices of the Caledonia Village Clerk, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michi­ gan. All interested persons may attend the public hearing. Dated: January 13, 1994 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA m continued from front page— Glen Klaver updated the council on the water project being shared by the village, the Caledonia Schools and developer Jerry Baker He also said he had met with Farm Home Administration about grants and low-interest loans to help the village pay its share of the water project. He said he was told that while 1994 funds were "pretty well spoken for." low-interest loan prospects were good. Klaver said that more grant funds might yet be available in 1994. and the village pro­ ject definitely would rank high on the list for grant money in 1995. He also explained that Kent County is "very receptive" to the idea of a public water system in the village, and there is a chance that the county will take over the vil­ lage’s share of the water pro­ ject and build it, just as it has done with the sewer treatment plant. The village then could "buy back" the system with grant money. "Grant money may be used this way." he said. The council also: • Approved the Village Manning Commission's rec­ ommendation that Ed's Body Shop be allowed a special land use to add on to the pre­ sent business at the corner of Kinsey and Johnson (See re­ lated story.) • Approved the Labor Committee s recommendation that Rodgers salary remain at $26,000 per year until he passes his operator s certifica­ tion for the new sequencing batch reactor treatment plant • Agreed to a one-year con­ tract with consultant Rich Pierson to act as consultant to the village on the public water project. The contract was ef­ fective Jan. 10. • Set its organizational meeting for Monday. March 21. The meeting will need to be held whether or not the village residents vote to dis­ solve the village government in the March 14 election. Klaver also reported that the Village Planning Commission chose the first Tuesday of the month for its regular meeting date. The commission will meet at 7 p.m. in the village-township hall. 250 Maple Treasurer Jay Shook re­ ported a Library Board meet­ ing will be held Wednesday. Jan. 26. to discuss starting a Friends of the Library pro­ gram in Caledonia. Anyone interested should call the li­ brary during business hour* al 891-1502. Summary of Regular meeting Minutes for the CALEDONIA VILLAGE COUNCIL January 10. 1994 The regular meeting of the Caledonia Village Council woi called to order by the President at 7:00 p.m. with all members present. Several guests were also present. Minutes were approved, financial statement accepted ond bills of the month were allowed for payment Johnson Street sewer problem was discussed Motion by Er­ skine. seconded by Antecki to proceed with preparation to repair the sewer line in the Spr­ ing unless an emergency situa­ tion should arise and the work would need to be done im­ mediately. Carried. Motion by Soules, seconded by Moerland proceed with the plan for identifying the causes of inflow and infiltration of storm water into the sanitary sewer lines, working with Fleis & Vanderbrink. Carried. Manhole repair work will be delayed until Rodgers completes the training for "Confined Entry" hoping that the work would be done at less cost to the Village with our men doing it. Truck repair but not painting was approved. Reports were received on sewer line inspection at Caledonia Middle School, wastewater treatment project, ond on the water system project. Motion by Berencsi. seconded by Erskine to approve a Special Land Use for enlarging a non­ conforming building Motion carried. Motion by Soules, seconded by Moerland to keep wages for maintenance personnel the some os last year Carried. Motion by Soules, seconded by Kidder to contract with Rick Pierson for one year to work as advisory consultant on the water project Carried Motion by Soules, seconded by Berencsi to approve the Com munlty Development Block Grant agreement for 1994 5 Carried Council discussed abandoning a portion of Emmons Street and feel that this should not be done at this time. The regular March meeting will be March 21, 1994 instead of March 14 because of the Village election Planning Commission regularly scheduled will be the first Tuesday of the month instead of the third Tues day as previously decided Other items discussed were Uniform Traffic Code. Friends of the Library meeting and the Neighborhood Watch meeting Meeting was adjourned ot 10 00 p.M. Jacqueline Cherry Village Clerk (300) VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on February 1, 1994, at 7:00 P.M., the PLANNING COMMISSION of the Village of Caledonia will hold a public meeting at the Caledonia Village and Township Hall, 250 Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, for a SITE PLAN REVIEW of a sewer treatment facility to be constructed at 8701 Cherry Valley Avenue, Caledonia, Michigan upon lands legally described as follows: Part of the Section 20, T5N, R10W, Village of Caledonia Kent County, Michigan, described as: The South Vi of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 20, except the North 200 feet of the West 225 feet of the East 825 feet; and except the North 30 feet of the East 600 feet; Also, the North of North of the Southeast 14. All interested persons may attend the public meeting and be heard with regard to the site plan and the review. January 13, 1994 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA <302) �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I January 18. 1994 I Page 11 Yankee Springs Twp. Board denies vacation of alley by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The Yankee Springs Township Board ruled against a petition from Michael Powers, requesting that an alleyway be vacated Powers wants to build a new home on his Gun Lake from lot m Penassee Park But the planned home does not meet setback requirements of the township ordinance Vacation of the 10-foot alky that runs along lots would correct that Powers contends that the alkyway is not used for the residents to get in and out of their homes because each has a private drive, and that there now are structure en­ croachments and plant overgrowth on the al ley Getting Township Board necessary step m having Barry County Circuit Court rule on the matter Though Powers does have the support of several of his neighbors, another group sub nutted a petition to the board asking that the request not be approved Trustee Mary Cook said she felt that Powers did have ocher that approving this vacation could set a precedent in the township With the number of lakes m Yankee Springs, there are several of these alleyway s that are deeded to the township Cook felt that this *ouki be giving away valuable township property The board's final vote was lo deny the request with four m agreement arid Trustee Jack Fmkbemer abstaining because of owning property in that In other business, board: — Approved the recom­ mendation from the planning commission to rezone the Everett Marsman property in Oakwood Shores from agricultural to residential — Reappointed three members of the planning com­ mission for another three year term Those named included Judy Becker. Jack Fmkbemer and Al Schwennesen — Heard a landfill expan­ sion presentation made by representatives of Hastings Sanitary Service — Received word from Supervisor George London that the street light on Elmwood Beach had been in­ stalled at a cost of only $100. The initial bid was $1,500. The board had approved of the cost up to $500 — Adopted two resohitions. a Sealed Bid Resolution and a Safety Policy Resolu- the scheduled a public heanng on a planned mineral removal (PMR) rezoning for an un completed Whitneyville BOARD OF COUNTY ROAD COMMISSIONERS OF THE COUNTY OF BARRY, HASTINGS, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF SALE OF USED EQUIPMENT Sealed bids will be received by the Barry County Road Commission at their office, 1845 West Gun Lake Road, Hastings. Michigan 49058 until 10:00 A M Tuesday. February 8. 1994 on the following used equipment Ono (1) • 1980 John Deere 410 Beckhoe Loader, 3800 Hrs., Full Ceb. 2 Backhoe Buckets. 1 1/4 yd Front Bucket, Fair Rubber. Good Shape One (1) - 1985 Case 1085B Rubber Tired Excavator, Cummins Engine, New 17.5x25 Rubber. Digmore Extends Boom Wrist Atwist. 4 Out Riggers. 3500 Hrs , 2 Buckets. Very Good Shape One (1) ■ 1965 Linkbelt LS 98 Cable Crane, 4-71N Detroit Diesel Engine, Hyd Clutches & Brakes, 50’ Boom, 1 1/2 cu yd. Paige Bucket. Good Shape All used equipment to be sold "As Is" with no warran­ ty either written or Implied All bids must be sealed envelopes plainly marked as to their contents. The Items for sale may be inspected at the Road Com­ mission Garage at 1845 West Gun Lake Road, Hastings, Michigan during the normal working hours of 6:45 A M - 3:15 P.M., Monday • Friday. The Board reserves the right to reject any and all bids or to waive irregularities in the best interest of the Commission. BOARD OF COUNTY ROAD COMMISSIONERS OF THE COUNTY OF BARRY. MICHIGAN Robert D. Russell, Chairman Norman Jack Lenz, Member Theodore McKelvey, Member PUBLIC NOTICE TOWNSHIP OF YANKEE SPRINGS PUBLIC HEARING ON BASIC CABLE TELEVISION RATES PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that a public hearing will be held by the Yankee Springs Township Board at 7:30 P.M. on February 10, 1994, at 284 N. Briggs Road, Middleville, Ml. 49333, on the Form 393 and proposed schedule of rates of C-Tec Cable Systems of Michigan for the basic cable television service tier and associated equipment. Interested parties may appear in person, by agent, or by letter at such hearing to submit comments on or objections to the Form 393 and proposed schedule of basic cable rates. Copies of the Form 393 and proposed schedule of basic cable rates and related information (except those parts which may be withheld as proprietary) are available for inspection or copying from the office of the Township Clerk, at the address stated herein. Harvey E. Vander Bee, Clerk Avenue sand mining operation for 7:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. Dykema Excavating of Grand Rapids has taken over the former Pace sand pit. 7977 Whitneyville Ave., but because the PMR has expired for that operation. Dykema has to reapply for the special rezoning before sand can be removed. Consumers Power Com­ pany has granted Dykema permission to use the utility company’s adjoining land for improved access to the actual sand pit, which lies at the end of a 1,200-foot driveway. Under the agreement, sand trucks traveling down the driveway will be able to swing out from the drive to get in and out of the pit area more easily A PMR permit tn Caledonia Township is good for three years, and then can be renew­ ed up to four times as long as the pit is meeting the stipula­ tions of its PMR ordinance. Township Planner Mark VanderPloeg said that since the pit already had been granted one permit, the new owners must finish mining and rehabilitating the site in 12 years. Dykema Excavcatmg pro­ poses to take out 785,000 cubic yards of sand from the site, he said. Approval of the Dykema PMR would raise to five the number of active sand mining operations in the township. Cherry Valley Develop­ ment and the JousmaDenHartigh sand mines are Middleville Cub Scouts to hold cake auction There will be lots of cake to eat after the Middleville Cub Scout Pack 3065 cake auction on Thursday. Jan 20. There will be about 40 cakes to chose from at the auction that wi’l be staged in the all-purpose room in Page Elementary in Middleville Cakes are supposed to be made by each Cub Scout and dad (or other adult) and decorated in an Alaskan theme Each of the cakes w ill be earned away by the person While the adufts are bid­ ding kids attending will be emeriained by making a craft Everyone ts tavaed. ocher fund-raiser of the Cub popcorn sale Money earned by auction­ Pinewood Derby, camping, re-chartering and the Blue Letterheads Business Cards Envelopes Dykema Excavating takes over old Pace Pit bv Barbara Gall Staff _____ Writer The Caledonia Township Planning Commission has non The state requires that both of these be included in township ordinances — Decided not to par tKipete in a combined recycl­ ing program with Martin. Orangeville, and Wayland at this time Yankee Springs al read) has their own drop-off recycling program located on 68th Street; the VerMeulen sand pit is located just north of the propose* Dykema pit on Whitneyvilk and the Fitzsimmons pit or Alaska Avenue is operating under a special one-year permit. Both the Dykema PMR or­ dinance and the site plan of the pit are available for review at the township office. 250 Maple Brochures p. Wedding Invitations MORE Quality Printing at Affordable Prices! Call 945-9554 or stop by . 1952 N. Broadway (M-43) NOTICE Of PUBLIC HEARING TOWNSHIP OF YANKEE SPRINGS BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN TO: THE RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS OF THE TOWNSHIP OF YANKEE SPRINGS, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, AND ANY OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that as a result of Petitions of property owners within the Township signed and filed by the record owners of land whose footage constitutes not less than 51% of the total footage of the hereinafter described Willson Road Special Assessment District, the Township Board of the Township of Yankee Springs proposes to pave the road and to create a special assessment for the recovery of the cost thereof by special assessment against the properties benefited therein PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE the District within which the foregoing improvements are proposed to be constructed and within which the cost thereof Is proposed to be assessed is more particularly described as follows: Grade and Pave Willson Road starting from Yankee Springs Road to the end at house number 1441. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE the total cost will be equally divided among all property owners within said District, regardless of parcel size, road frontage, number of lots owned, etc. All property owners/persons will be charged on the basis of 22 owners/persons. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the Township Board has received engineering plans showing the improvements and location thereof together with an estimate of the costs of such construction in the approximate amount of $32,300 00. has placed the same on file with the Township Clerk, has passed a Resolution tentatively declaring its intention to make such improvements and to create the aforementioned Special Assessment District, and has further tentatively found the Petitions for improvement to be in compliance with statutory requirements. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that said Plans, Special Assessment District and Petitions may be examined at the office of the Township Clerk from the date of this Notice until and including the date of the public hearing hereon and may further be examined at such public hearing PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that a public hearing upon such Petitions. Plans District and Estimate of Costs will be held at the Yankee Springs Township Hall, 284 N. Briggs Road, Middleville, Michigan, within the Township commencing at 7:30 P.M. on February 10, 1994 At such hearing, the Board will consider any written objections to any of the foregoing matters which might be filed with said board at or prior to the time of said hearing as well as any revisions, corrections, amendments, or changes to said Plans Estimates and Costs or to said Special Assessment District PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE any person objecting to the Special Assess ment Roll or any part thereof must appear in person at such hearing or must file a written objection or protest at or before such hearing, in order to be able to appeal the assessment to the State Tax Tribunal in the event the same is approved by the Township Board Any such appeal must be filed within X days after the date of the confirmation of the roll by the Township Board. All interested persons are invited to be present at the aforesaid time and place and to submit comments concerning any of the foregoing Yankee Springs Township will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed material being considered at the heanng upon five (5) days notice to the Yankee Springs Township Clerk Individuals with disabilities requinng auxiliary aids or services should contact the Yankee Springs Township Clerk by writing or calling the Clerk at the address or telephone number listed herein Harvey E Vander Bee, Clerk 284 N. Briggs Road Middleville Ml 49333 Telephone 795-9091 �Page 12 I The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I January 18. 1994 [From Our Readers Caledonia’s situation not like Lake Orion Dear editor: Steve Antecki, in quoting the Lake Orion experience (Sun &. New* Jan. II) «n merging their village with Orion Township quoted substantially from the April 1992 Michigan Municipal Review article published by the Michigan Municipal Ixague. but he left out some very important information, according to their village clerk 1 Lake Orion never had an election on the vacating (merging) question, it was on­ ly considered! All the issues brought up by an election were never beard 2 l>akc Orion has over 3.(MX) residents and is nearly four times the size of Caledonia and levying 12 mills Orwin Township has 20.000 residents 3 Lake Orion Village residents were paying a summer property tax" to handle the large amount of recreation homes and a large influx of summer residents The laikc Orion experience was largely a fight between summer residents who were lake front owners who wanted property tax reduction, and year round residents 4 Due to its Detroit prox­ imity. Lake Orion Village has four full-time. 10 part-time and 25 reserve policemen to provide 24 hour. around -die­ clock protection. Orion Township runs the area fire department and contracts with Oakland County for police protection. The loss of police protection was the primary factor for the 70 percent ser I vice level reduction. Caledonia uses Kent Counts for police prelection as need cd and Caledonia Township runs the fire department 5. Lake Orion was spending a considerable amount from local property taxes in addi­ tion to state funds on their roads They have many miles of single lane, winding roads around Lake Orion. Caledonia does not even spend all the money it present­ ly receives from the state on its roads 6. The management study assumed that Orion Township would levy a new SI.400 per home assessment for Lake Orwin Village residents to convert from their village water system to the Orwin Township water system. As it turned out. their village sv stem failed in 1992 and village residents had to pay this anyway. 7. The Orwm management study assumed all village ser­ vices would be replaced with special assessments They assumed Orion Township would keep all the new revenue and apply none to the village area Caledonia Township has not said they would do that. A tax deducti Me. township-wwie property tax to pay tor police protec twin was not even considered by the Lake Oram manage ment firm K Orwin Township pays the entire cost of their library Caledonia Township pays 75 percent of the library costs here. 9. Contrary to Mr. Anteckis statement. Lake Orion, like Caledonia, had no debt to pay off. There was a problem in who got the liabilities of the village because they were a home rule, not general law village Their assets could not be applied to the liabilities. This does not apply to the Caledonia Village situation 10 The study was hardly unbiased It was conducted by the village, their attorneys and a management firm hired by the village They front loaded as many expenses, tangible and intangible that they could think of into the study All those people had a vested interest to preserve their jobs and salaries. Still, they were forced to conclude there was a savings to merge governments As you would expect from someone collecting a paycheck from the village. Mr Antecki has only put up a "straw man" and knocked him down. If Mr. Antecki in­ deed wants to be the village treasurer, he ought to be discussing local issues in fac­ tual. financial terms as it ap­ plies to Caledonia and not to some irrelevant situation on the other side of the state. He ought to at least get the full story right If issues like this arc "too complex" for him to handle, he should look for a positwm elsewhere. 44 Consolidate Committee of Caledonia Pamela Tape Caledonia I’m afraid if I don’t get a good education Iwillendup living the rest of my life with my mother. Joel RegunbaJ 5th grade America needs more sc bools that encourage our children to fulfill their promise KEEP THE PROMISE. For information on how you can help change the schools in your community, call 1 8OO96PROM1SE Education Excellence Partnership Dutton Christian spikers take league title The Dutton Christion eighth grade volleyboll team won the Christian League Tournament Dec. 11 at South Christian High School, going 11-1 for the trophy. The team also was league champion during the regular season with an 8-1 record. Pictured in the front row, from the left are Kim Brummel. Erin Derks Betsi Mulder, Stephanie VanEk, Lynae Kooiker and Kathy Lucas. In the bock row. from the left, are Melissa VonLoan, Lindsay Oevermon, Rachael Koning, Amy Roodvoets and Coach Jon Tuene. Middleville freshman eagers win two games The T.K. freshman basket­ ball team picked up two wins last week by defeating Byron Center 83-59 and Hastings 55-45 In the first game against Byron Center the Trojans came out shooting and had a 21-8 lead after one quarter. Bryon Center came back the second quarter and cut the Trojans lead to four points. 36-32 at the half. With a well balanced scor­ ing attack the Trojans upped its lead in the third quarter and never gave it back. Leading the way for the Trojans were Keith Nelson with 16 points and nine re- Serving our Country bounds. Dave Liu had 13 points. Jeremy Shriver with 11 points, and Andy Fink beiner with 10 points and 10 rebounds The Trojans defeated Hastings by playing intense basketball and good team defense The Trojans were led by Keith Nelson with 15 points and eight rebounds, followed by Jeremy Shriver with 12 points, fom Hatherly with eight, and Dave Liu and Chris Mason with six points each. Also playing well for the Trojans were Kevin Doyle, Andy Finkbeiner. and Chris Niles, Middleville 7th grade eagers remain undefeated The T.K. seventh grade basketball team defeated Byron Center Friday. Jan. 7 29-26 to remain undefeated. Nick Denniston scored 14 points. Andrew Hillman five, Garrett Weatherhead five, Dan Finkbeiner two, Steve Shear two, and Brian Janke one. The seventh grade sixth game of die defeating Hastings Denniston scored 12 Hillman 10, Shear Fiskbeinef five won its season, 40-33. points. seven, Duw Chamberlain two. Chris Den mston two, and Weatherhead two Zomerlei Construction Co. Peter J. VanDenBroeck Army Sgt. Peter J. VanDenBroeck 11 has graduated from the 58-day Ranger course at the Infantry School at Fort Benning. Col­ umbus. Ga. The training is conducted at Benning, the mountains of northern Georgia, the desert at Fort Bliss, Texas, and in the Florida swamps It is designed to develop confident and capable small-unit leaders Additionally, emphasis is placed on developing skills in the planning and conduct of ground, airmobile, airborne, and waterborne patrolling operations VanDenBroevk is the son of Peter J. and Alice Y \ anDenBroe*. k of 232 Cherry St.. Freeport Custom Homes • Remodeling Additions • Decks Carpenter - Contractor 795-7458 20% OFF PELLA® Brown Duck jackets Quilted Lining SUPER WARM! Rebecca G. Berkrnpas Rebecca G Berkenpas has been promoted m the U.S. Air Force to airman first class at RAF. Upper Hey ford. Ox­ ford. England Berkenpas. a fire truck maintenance specialist, is the daughter of Paul Berkenpas of 112 100th St S.W . Byion Center, and Sally A Fowler of 311 Johnson. Caledonia Licensed & Insured Middleville * Call Jack Hurry - Sale ends Saturday January 22. Caledonia Farmers Elevator 136 E. Main Street • Caledonia Open 6 D.n s a Week 891-8108 • �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I January 18. 1994 / Page 13 Thornapple Kellogg eagers fall to Squires, defeat Saxons 73-55 The Middleville varsity basketball team fell to Calvin Christian, Friday, 73-55, to fall to 5-2 on the season. It was a turn around game for Middleville, as for the first time this year the team which specializes in making the other team turn the ball over, had it done to them. The Squires forced the Trojans to turn the ball over 20 times Middleville had been averaging only 10 turnover a game The TK eagers had kept the game close through the first period and were down by one. 19-18 at the end of the first. But the team was unable to pressure the Squires as they had so many teams before. Coach Curt Holzhueter said one of the bright spots of the game was the ability of his team to pound the boards. Steve Converse had eight rebounds for the Trojans. Brian Brewer had seven and Mike Sarver had six. Converse and Sarver were also the leading scorers for TK with 14 apiece. "They shut down our perimeter game," said Holzhueter, "but is was good to measure ourselves against a really good team to sec where we stand. We have some work to do." The team had seemed to enjoy keeping its fans on the edge of their scats and in the stands until the last dog is hung. For the second game in a row at home, the game went down to the final possession, as the Trojans defeated visit­ ing Hastings 74-73 in over­ time. 'The Hastings boys kept it interesting. Throughout the second half, which began with the score tied at 29, more than a dozen lead changes and tie scores lit up the scoreboard. Middleville's game with Byron Center Friday, Jan. 7, was its fifth this year in which the difference in the score was three points or less at the end. I lastings was coming off a blowout victory over Marshall. The game began as a yawner for the Trojans, with Hastings opening the game, able to do no wrong. The Saxons ran off a 12-0 lead through the first four and a half minutes. Converse, the 6-6 center Matt Liu goes to the floor after an attepted steal, while another Trojan completes the theft the bail from Hastings' Eric Haines Middleville's Andy Brewer gets the jumper over Hasting-' Chris Young for the Trojans, opened the scoring for TK when he hit a pair of free throws. Those first points seemed to ignite the Trojans, as the team ran off an 11-2 scoring blitz of its own through the beginning of the second pe­ riod. From there until the end of the half, the game was nip and tuck, as both teams at­ tempted to build a lead with Middleville's patented "steal the ball when they’re not looking." and Hastings in a precision transition game and two-three defense in full op­ eration. Middleville opened up the biggest lead in the second half when the Trojans led by four at the end of the third period, 53-49. Hastings came back and with three seconds left in regulation. Chris Young powered his way along the baseline and bulled his way through defenders for the game tying basket In the overtime, Andy Brewer and Nathan Bundy hit consecutive three-point baskets for the home team. However, at the other end of the court. Hastings Jason Kaiser was doing his duty and connecting on the long ball to keep the score even. Then, continuing the way most of the game had tran­ spired, the two teams swapped field goals. In the final 27 seconds of the game, Hastings Ben Robbe was fouled in the act of shooting and hit one free throw, which put the Saxons up by one, 73-72. Middleville took the ball down the floor with Hastings defending at a slight distance to avoid sending a Trojan to the foul line. With five sec­ onds on the clock. Middleville put up a shot, which missed. On the bright side for T-K fans. Converse had his long arms up under the basket and was able to tip in the game winner as the clock ran out. leading scorer in the game was T-K's Andy Brewer with 29 points. Converse added 18 for the Trojans, most coming from under-the-basket tip ins. Hastings had four players in double figures. Young had 21, Eric Haines had 20. Ben Robbe had 18 and Kaiser chipped in 11. Converse led the Trojans with 11 rebounds, while the team ran up 13 steals and seven blocked shots. 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The T-K matmen took first out of 15 teams with 190 1/2 points. Galesburg-Augusta was sec­ ond with 136, followed by Napr4eon with 118 and Olivet with 107 1/2. Taking championship medals from the tournament were: Kiley Webster (112 lbs.) with pins over Daisville in 2:20. Olivet in 1:46 and Galesburg-Augusta in 2:59 and Chad Foster (145) with a pin over G-A in 1.08. a deci­ sion over Pittsford 15-5, an injury default over Concord and a pin over Michigan Center in 1 08 Taking a second was Joe Appel (189) with a pin over Concord in 57 seconds and Saranac in 1:58. He then de­ feated G-A with a 5-4 deci­ sion. He lost to Napoleon in the finals. Taking third place for the Trojans were Sean Crofoot Middleville's Chad Foster (145) was able to pin Godwin's Shay Banftl in 28 seconds (119) with a pin over his Climax-Scots opponent in :58 seconds and a pin over Olivet. He lost to Saranac and in the consolation bracket, defeated Bath 7-2 and Michigan Center 10-4; Ryan Winchell (130) with a pin over Olivet in 2:47 and over Concord in 2:47. He lost to Homer before coming back to defeat G-A by a pin in 4:30 and won be default in the consolation finals; Luke Middleton (135) won 11-3 over Dansville before falling to Olivet. In the consolation bracket he pinned Napoleon in 4:29 and Michigan Center in 2:10; Steve Lehman (160) with a pin over Olivet in 3:24 before losing to Homer. In the consolation bracket, he pinned Concord in 1:20 and beat Pittsford 8-5; Ty Middleton (171) pinned Olivet in 1:30 after receiving a first round bye. He then last to Concord. In the consolation bracket he defeated Concord 19-7 and won by default in the consola­ tion finals. Also getting pins for T-K were Matt Appel (125) over Olivet, Steve Austin over Vandercook lake, and Marty Bender over Olivet In the Godwin dual match, winning by pin were Webster at 2:36. Ben Osborne at 1:51. Austin at 1:27, Foster at 28 seconds. Ty Middleton at 53 seconds. Winning by forfeit were Jody Blain (HWT), Appel and Crofoot. Winning a technical fall was Ryan Winched 17-1. Other winners were Gary, Ketchum (135) . Bender and lehman. TK Bulletin Board Adult 3-on-3 standings T-K*s Steve Austin (140) took 1.27 to pin Tim Pycraft of Godwin Team W-L Mayhew............................. 10-0 Middleville Tool & Die. . .5-3 Old Timers......................... 5-5 Ybema.................................. 5-5 Pickard’s Plus..................... 5-5 Elwood................................. 4-4 Hackmasters........................ 3-5 TK Staff............................... 2-6 Sanford................................. 1-7 Lady Scot spikers up record to 7-11-2 in last week's action The Caledonia varsity volleyball team increased its record to 7-11-2 last week, by winning its pool in the Wayland tournament. Saturday The team lost to Calvin Christian last Monday in three sets 6-15, 16-14, 16-14 and lost to Middleville 15-1, 15-11. Michelle Colburn had the leading serving per­ centage at 92 percent and one ace Julie Tuenstra served at 90 percent and had four aces. She also led the team in assists with 25. On the attack, Katie Donker had 10 kills. Julie Vander Velde had nine and Colburn had eight kills and I2 MINI In Thursday's action, the l-ady Scots defeated Unity Christian 16-14, 15-13. Colburn had two aces and six assists and Tuenstra had one ace and seven assists. Donker had six kills. In the Wayland Tournament, the team spit its first match against Wayland 15-12, 9-15, then went on to defeat East Grand Rapids 15-8, 15-13; Delton 15-1, 15-12 and Catholic Central 15-11. 1511. The Lady Scots was seeded first in the semifinals but fell to Middleville 15-9. 15-3. Invest stam invest a stamp Save a bundle the federal government s free Consumer Information Catalog listing more than 200 free or low-cost govern­ ment publications on topics such as federal benefits. jobs, health, housing, education, cars, and much more. Our booklets will help you save money make money and spend 4 a httie more wisely So stamp out ignorance and write today for the latest free Catalog Send sour name and address to: Consumer Infonnabon Center Department SB Pueblo, Colorado 81009 A publk service of this publication and the Conumer Information Center of the L-S. General Services Admirustratsorv Donker and Tuenstra led the team with six aces each and Colburn had three on the day. Colburn also had 24 kills and 38 assists. Tuenstra had 51 assists in the tour­ nament. Scot 7th grade purple now 5-1 The Caledonia seventh grade purple team improved its season record to 5-1 with two road victories last week The young Scots broke fast and then had to hang on to record a 41-39 victory over Hamilton Mike Gillard and Ken Van Ryn led the scoring with eight points each while Bryan Gordon with seven points and Dale Wicks with six added to a balanced scor­ ing attack Against Lakewood the team took a 12-0 lead and never looked back in reconng a 55-26 win. Gordon was leading scorer with 12 points Van Rsn added 11 while Wicks, Kyle Oatley and Chad Wangenn scored six each. Calendar of Events Jan. 18 — High School 3rd hr final exam H.S basketball vs Wayland here. Parents as Partners at the High School, at 7 30 p.m. room 202. (Have you wondered how to be more involved in school activities, but unsure how to proceed? Come and hear how to be apart of your child's school education.) Jan. 19 — Zero day at McFall. 4th and 5th hour final exams at the high school. Parent education/support class with social worker Jackie Schmitz, 7 p.m al M.S. library Jan. 20 — 6th and 7th hour final exams at the high school. H.S. volleyball vs Kelloggsville, there Jan. 21 — Hal day at West (wear your favorite hat, or design one). 1st and 2nd hour final exam at the high school end of the first semeter. M.S. basketball vs. Godwin, there. H S. basket ball vs. Godwin, here. Jan. 22 — M.S. volleyball and wrestling vs Comstock Park, here Freshman volleyball vs Galesburg, there, 8 a m H.S Wrestling Inv. at Olivet. Jan. 24 — MEAP Parents meeting at Page Library, 7 p.m , M.S volleyball vs. Gull Lake, 7th there, 8th here H.S Volleyball vs. Hamilton, here Jan. 25 — M S basketball vs. Wayland here, H S basketball vs. Maple Valley, there Ixioking Ahead... Jan. 26 — M S. volleyball tourney for 8th at Comslock Park M.S. wrestling conf tourney at Caledonia. Jan. 27 — H.S. volleyball vs. Lee, there Report cards go home Jan. 28 — District wide in-service, no school H.S. basketball vs. Comstock Park, here Jan. 31 — P E P meeting for all interested M S parents, 7 p.m., library. Quote of the Week — Nothing will divide this nation more than ignorance, and nothing can bring us together better than an educated population. Teachable Moments... West — Mrs Thaler's 2nd graders are hearing the story of “Mr. Popper’s Penguins’’ and studying about birds, especially penguins After viewing a movie on Antarctica, they felt a little sun was needed so they painted sunflowers Mrs Dodd's 2nd graders celebrated “1994 The Interna­ tional Year of the Family” by making a quilt honoring our families The 2nd graders m Mrs Elies’ class have been studying bears Where they live and how they live They wrote TV scripts for programs they might present to share the informa tion they've learned about polar bears '’ Mrs Overholt’s 2nd graders spent a day with ‘Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day.” The boys and girls then wrote about their worst' day ever and cash author sat in our special chair to read their story. Great work kids! �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / January 18, 1994 / Page 15 Scot matmen place 4th at Delton The Caledonia wrestling team placed fourth out of nine teams with 58 points in the Delton Invitational held at Delton, Saturday. Winning the invitational was Rockford with 83 points, followed by Otsego with 62 1/2 and Hastings with 60. The Scots has two weight class champions in the meet. Danny Simmons (189 lbs.) won his class by pinning Todd Peterson of Otsego. He also had pins over his Marshall opponent in 29 seconds and Delton in 22 seconds. Adam Stauffer (103) won the gold with a 22 second pin of Jeff Swendrowski of Three Rivers. He also had pins over Hastings in 10 seconds and Marshall in 50 seconds. Taking a second place finish was Ryan Sinclair (171), who lost to Travis Homister of Delton 6-4 in the finals. He defeated Rockford 5-1 and had a fall over Three Rivers in 13 seconds to make it to the finals. Jamie Trudeau (119) took third, defeating Rockford in the consolation finals with a 54 second pin. He defeated Rockford in his first match 9- 7, but lost to the weight-class runner-up in the second. Ik came back to pin Delton in 3:41. Chris Love (152) finished fourth in the invitational, losing to Wayland in the consolation match. He won his first-round match over Three Rivers 7-4. before losing to the weight-class champion from Belding. In his third match be defeated Delton 6-0. Jason Haywood also had a fourth with a first round pin over Otsego in 1:37, before Mike Draft (119). top. placed fourth in the Rogers Invitational and had two victories in the Delton Invitational (Photo by Laura Love) falling to Rockford. In the consolation bracket he defeated Marshall by a pin in 2:40 before falling in the consolation finals. Brian Hanna (160) also Danny Simmons (189) wrestled a pin here from Cedar Springs in 3 56 He also had a first place finish in the Rogers tournament and the Delton Invitational (Photo by Laura Love) In other action so far this year, Caledonia won the Rogers Invitational Jan. 8, with 201 points. Coming in second was South Haven with 134 and third was Kent City with 122. Dan Simmons (171) won in the finals with a pin in 1:33. Jamie Trudeau (112) had a pin in 55 seconds and Matt Humphrey (103) had a pin in 59 seconds for the championship medal. Taking second were G.P Hudson. Josh Haywood. Jason Haywood, Brian Hanna, Ryan Sinclair and Jason Bush. Bill Norris look a third and Mike Draft had a fourth at Rogers. In the recent match against Cedar Springs, Sinclair, Sinclair and Bush were the only Scots to win team points. All three had pins in 1:01, 3:56 and 4:53 respectively. Cedar Springs is rated No. 5 in Class B in the state. wrestled for the Scots and after losing his first match, came back to pin Hastings in 43 seconds for his only win of the day. Mike Draft (112) also had points for the Scots team with a first round decision over Hastings and Jason Bush (HWT) with a decision in the first consolation bracket over Three Rivers. TAKE A FEW MINIFIES TO GO THROUGH YOUR GARRAGE. Eitry treat, more than S00.000 trees are used to produce the two-thitds of newspapers that are never recycled American consumers and industry throw away enough aluminum to rebuild our entire commercial airfleet wen lbw months We throw away glass buttle and jars to till the 1.356-fort twin towers of Se* fork s World Trade Center kt throw away enough iron and steel to crmtmwudy supph ail the nation s automakers The Caledonia wrestling team poses with its first place trophy from the Rogers Invitational The ordinary bag of trash you throw away is slowly be­ TK 8th grade eagers defeat Hastings 39-36 The Thornapple-Kellogg eighth grade team defeated Hastings 39-36 to improve its record to fhe game was close all the way as the Tro­ jans held a dim 17-15 halftime lead Hastings look the lead late m the game but the Trojans came batk to force overtime Clutch free throws by Tim Johnson. Luke Weatherhead and Nate Pranger were critical at the end of the game A three point shot by Nate Pranger with three seconds to play put the game away Scoring for T K were Nate Pranger with 17 pomt>. Luke Weatherhead 10. Tim Johnson si*. Nahun Schmit/ four. Brian Ploeg two and Doug Bierens one The team dealeated Byron Center 39-25 earlier this week The Troyans jumped to a 12-4 first Quarter lead. They moved to a 20-6 half time lead and coasted to victory Scoring for T K were Nate Pranger with 2U points. Luke WeMherhead. m* points. Tim Johnson, and Chad Schondelmay er. four. Spencer Romph. Doug Bierens with two. and Corey Schut one point coming a serious problem for everybody Sot only are we running out of resources to make the pro­ ducts we need, but we re running out of places to pul what's left over Write the Environmental Defense Fund al 257 Park Avenue South, New York, NY 10010, for a free brochure that will tell you virtually everything you need to know about recycling The few minutes you lake to learn how to recycle will spare us all a lot of garbage later IF YOU’RE NOT RECYCLING rZJWTm YOU’RE THROWING FT AU AWAY. ’£!! �Page 16 I The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / 18. 1994 1992 PONTIAC SUNBIRD LE 5spd, excellent condition, 26,000mi. sports package. $8,000. 554-9104. Call for Classifieds... PLACE YOUR ADVERTISING MESSAGE HERE • 795-3345 Rates: 5 words for $2.75 then 1O‘ per word. If you pay in advance, you save 50* billing charge. Deadline is Friday at 4:00 p.m. » Business Services CHIMNEY SWEEPING and masonary repairs, 891-0366. 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For recep­ tions, reunions, meetings. Bar and kitchen facilities avail­ able. Call 672-7110. CALEDONIA/BROADVIEW Country Apartments, spacious, modem, two bedroom unit, w/ deck, air. dishwasher, enclosed garage, and laundry. $495. Less special rebate offer thru March. Call John at 339-1105 or 669-5147. Help Wanted TK students of the month selected The following individuols were chosen os "Students of the Month" for December at Thornapple Kellogg High School: (first row from left) Jennifer Seifert, Nicky Bird. Pam Cooley; (second row) Justin De Boode. Shanell Hoigh Rhonda Hesselink; (third row) Tracy Schondelmoyer, Shelly Harris. Jennifer Lewis; (fourth row) Scott Scheib, Dan Noffke. Charles Sutliff and Rob Kiel (Unavailable for pictures) Jason Secord and Jessica Veen WELCOME WAGON EXPANDING Flexible hour career providing useful informa­ tion and gifts from local busines­ ses. To new parents, new citi­ zens, engaged women and new neighbors. Car necessary 3040 hour per week positions avail­ able, Shawn Thompson at 458-0029 Friday, January 21st, 8am 4pm. Welcome Wagon E.O.E. Jobs Wanted CHILD CARE LI# FHO8O1021. All shifts even­ ings & weekends available. Drop offs welcome. Ask for Vicky at 891-1066._______ Miscellaneous Real Estate STEP AEROBIC CLASSES for men & women, 16 years A older. $35.00 for 10 classes or $4.00 per class. Page Eicmcn tary. Monday, Wednesday A Thursday. &3G-7:45p.m. ACE Certified Instructor. For more information call 795-3930. WANTED: 2 IO acre panel, walkout sight, Caledonia School District. Call after 4 00p.m 891-9521. National Ads OVER 200 CHANNELS of T.V. O-down $35.00 per a month. Free T.V. with perchase this week only. Call Satellite System 1-800-982-3474 named THREE BEDROOM home. Middleville schools, up to $70,000. Call Karen. 795 9331 2300266 oagcr Cornerstone Realty. For Sale PLACE A CLASSIFIED AD in this paper 24 hours a day. 7 days a week by calling 948 4450 using a touch tone phone. DAYCARE AGE 2 AND OVER My licensed home. Please call 891-7665. MOTHER OF TWO has open ings for full or part time child care, call anytime, 868-7072. OPENINGS AVAILABLE IN GROUP DAYCARE HOME to open in May. Call 945-9472 for appointment. Licensed daycare provider, and assistant for full and pkrt-time care FI R E/A M B L L A NCE ADMINISTRATOR Town ship «f Thomapple (Barry Coun­ ty) a rapidly growing communi­ Located idealy between Hast­ ty with a population of 5,226, ings, Freeport, and Middleville. with an additional service area of_______________ 4,800 population, is seeking a GET MORE NEWS’ full-time fite/ambu lance admi- Subscribe today to the Hastings nistrator. Position is responsible Banner. Only $13 per year in for administration/supervision Barry County. Ph. 945-9554. of a 38 person part-time emergency services department Thank You and two vehicle LAS ambulance department. Minimum require­ A BELATED “THANK YOU” to the Thomapple Kellogg ments include Fire Fighter 11, School for our delightful Christ­ Fire Officer III, and Emergency mas dinner and the program Medical Tech- Specialist certifi­ following it Everyone was so cation. Must have a minimum of patient and kind to us senior citi­ five years fire fighting experi­ zens that a mere “thank you all” ence and EMT experience. Must seems too little to say. have demonstrated ability to To the parking attendants, the direct large emergency condi­ waiters and waitresses, the cooks tions, knowledge of budget who made the delicious turkey preparation and ability to work dinner, and the students in the with subordinates. Salary range musical program following itis $26,000 (maximum), depend­ you did a great job! You gave us ing on qualifications, plus bene­ a very special day. fits. Residency within ThomapFrom all senior citizens who plc Twp required. Send resume attended, to all who participated, and letter of application by­ a heart felt thanks. March 1, 1994, to Supervisor, Sincerely, Thomapple Township, 200 E. Helen Engel Main St.. Middleville. Ml. THANKS to all our friends and 49333. An equal opportunity family for making our 40lh employer. Wedding Anniversary extra HASTINGS CITY BANK~has special. an opening at our D*a Center in We will keep your good Middleville for a part time clerk, »ishes m our heart. proof operator Hours vary and Thanks again will average 20 hour* per week. Harry and Shirley Schultz Previous 10 key or proof experi­ ___________ M___ THE FAMILY OF LOIS ence will be helpful Apply al the personnel office. Has* City HENNING wish to thank all the friends and relatives for **" the Bxnk. 150 W Court St. Hast' cards, flowers and donauons mgs. Ml 49058 EOE given in our lime of sorrow. LOVING MOTHER Your thoughtfullness is deeply NEEDED to babysit and a play­ appreciated. mate needed for 2H year old boy Gerald E Henning 3 mornings a week Would Gary and Lynne Btermachcr prefer your home close to Scott and Carol Henning Middleville schools References Tom and Deb Griffith a must 795-6039. Bill and Judy Miller and grandchildren Italian Pizza ^^Caledonia’s Finest. W$91-9287 •Pan Pizza • Bread Stix • Regular Pizza • Lasagna • Subs >N0W OPEN iFORLUNCH — For Limited Time Only — No Coupon Needed • Anytime Special BUY One Sub at Regular Price, Get the Second Sub enupons ot ........ <4U«» F3ro 4 $199 | ~ Caledonia Buy One Pizza at Regular Price and Get One for... ANYTIME NO COUPON NEEDED LIMITED TIME OFFER CAQQ V J & Ab - SAME VALUE OR LESS __ Large 14” Pizza$rg< Pepperoni 3 No Coupon Needed • Limited Time Offer PICK-UP ONLY Ready in 15 Minutes OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK nus i anu r <mi cuswoen ur wmt turn nzzA Sm hm 11M*M Fit I1A12 PK S< t»!2 pm; Sw t»lt» pa 9790 CHERRY VALLEY, M-37 - CALEDONIA � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/704/SunandNews_1994-01-25.pdf 6953c5102cbbf8c5c5bcca842f1fb19a PDF Text Text u nd Neio^S I 12/30/99 Hastings Publ icLibrary 121 Church Hastings, HI. 49056 A_ ■■__________________ a Your Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas T20th Year Middlevilie. Michigan 49333 No. 314 I January 25. 1994 Hisnus rinte umam ---- S CHuficn k*----- — mSTiRGS. W 49GS4B3 Thornapple planners recommend denial of rezoning for mining creased traffic noise, lack of meeting on Month). Feb. 14 by Margaret Fowler Even if the Township Board safety for the children in the Staff Writer also decides to deny rezoning. The Thornapple Township area. negative impact on area Wilson may have another Planning and Zoning Com­ roads, bridges and water systems; the amount of time chance to mine in that section mission voted last week to of his property besides the 36 deny a rezoning request that necessary for reclamation; could lead to a mineral extrac­ decreased property values; acres he wants to mine on his property in an area already and close proximity of the tion operation zoned as A-R. Commission members held <»peratHin to some area homes The Planning Commission Those who spoke in favor a public hearing last Monday has been working up a draft of before determining if they of the rezoning, including a a new mineral extraction or­ resident from elsewhere in the would recommend that a 13.7-acrc parcel of land on Ir­ township who lived near a dinance for the township In the draft now before the mining operation who said he ving Road be rezoned commission, mining would be The current zoning of Rural was not bothered by the noise permitted by special use in the The amount of gravel pro ­ Residential does not allow for jected for mining on this small R-R zones as well. mining as a special use The commission will hold a Dennis Wilson, owner of portion of the total proposed the property, asked that the operation would be about 20 work session to further discuss the draft of the new percent of the total (250.000 parcel be rezoned Agricultural ordinance. Residential, which allows cubic yards) That meeting is scheduled After considerable discus­ mining with a special use sion. the commission closed for 7 30 p.m. this Thursday. permit About 25 people attended the public hearing and a mo­ Jan. 27. at the township hall. tion was made to deny the It will be an open meeting the hearing, most of them ex Though Wilson's applied rezoning request It passed by pressing opposition tion was submitted under the Concern* were much the a 5 to 4 vote. That recommendalKMi will current mining ordinance, he same as those expressed about be sent to the Township Board could request that it he held Wilson's request last spring for the final decision, pro­ They included vision pro­ See Ratoning, Paga 3 blem* on the roadway; in­ bably at board's next regular Kim Bender, treasurer for the Wayland Snowmobile Association, presents a check to Fire Chief Bob Kenyon (right) and Firefighter EMT John Smelker. Snowmobile club makes special donation to fire station by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The Wayland Snowmobile Association has made a dona­ tion to Thomapple Township Emergency Services in gratitude for use of the facility for club meetings. Kim Bender, treasurer of the club, presented a check for $50 to TTES. last week The association, which holds monthly meetings from October to April, has a See Donation. Page 2 New state funding plan has consequences Caledonia Schools expect $1 million budget shortfall bv Barbara Gall ‘ Staff Writer Caledonia Schools Business Manager Judi Dean told the Board of Education last week that based on current informa­ tion. the district should an­ ticipate a 1994-95 budget shortfall of about $l million. Expenses this school year total about $)6.3 million. Dean said. She estimates that under the new state school financing program, district revenues will amount to near­ ly SI 7.5 million for the 1994-95 academic year. However, the proposed legislation also will require local districts to assume the payment of social security and retirement for school employees. In Caledonia, this would cost the district about SI.7 million. Dean said, reducing available revenue to $15.7 million. "We should anticipate about a $1 million budget shortfall for 1994 95." she said. The shortfall means the per pupil allocation would drop from its present $6,324 to about $5,976 (based on a stu­ dent enrollment of 2,630 in '94-95) Under the old system, pro­ perty tax revenues funded the operating costs of Michigan public schools. However, the State Legislature last summer abolished property taxes as a means of funding school operations. By the end of 1993. senators and represen­ tatives had agreed on a new school funding system, in which homestead property taxes would be slashed from an average of 37 mills to six mills. To replace the property lax, the legislature and the gover­ nor are proposing a hike in the slate sales tax from 4 to 6 per­ cent and raising the cigarette tax from 25 to 75 cent* a pack Also included in the pro posal is raising the real estate transfer tax to I percent ($10 per $1,000 from the current $1.10 per $1,000) and in creasing to 6 percent the tax on al! telephone calls Presently, the phone tax is 4 percent on in state calls only The state income tax would be lowered from 4 6 to 4 4 percent. If voters turn down this pro posal. an alternative plan will go into effect, with homestead millage set at 12 mills, the stale income tax raised from 4 6 to 6 percent, the cigarette lax raised 40 cents per pack and the real estate transfer tax raised to 2 percent, or $20 per $1,000 Dean told the Caledonia School Board that the Caledonia schools will receive about ihc same amount of financing, no matter which proposal voters choose See Budget shortfeO, Paga 2 In This Issue.... • Caledonia superintendent earns ‘outstanding’ report card • TK bus fleet receives very good’ mark • Caledonia Twp. plans special meeting on dissolution of village Caledonia School odminisrraTors honored their school board members during last week s board meeting as port of School Board Recognition Month Members of the 1993-94 board are Gordon DeBlooy (front left), Steve Donker Bernard Nagel John Finkbeiner (bock, left). Sharon Ootley Fred Boncher and Jim Glass Each board member was presented with an engraved pen os a token of appreciation from the administrative staff • Caledonia Twp. Board OKs River Glen PUD �Page 2 I The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I January 25. 1994 ScbopJJ?oard praises Robert Myers' leadership Caledonia Superintendent earns “outstanding” report card Staff Writer With all board members rating his performance from "very good’ to "outstan­ ding." Caledonia School Superintendent Robert Myers took home an excellent report card from his annual board evaluation last week "We really didn’t find him wanting in any areas.’’ said Board Vice President Fred Boncher. speaking for Presi­ dent Sieve Donkcr. who was out of town "The board is very pleased with the direction the district is heading, and with the way Bob is leading the district ” Boncher said Myers was evaluated on his skills in organization and with person net, on his community rela­ tions. his personal appearance and on his understanding of curriculum and legislative issues ‘The rating scale in each category ranged from fair to outstanding. ’ Boncher explained. “Bob’s marks all were either ’very good" or ‘outstanding Boncher said the board would like to see improved communication with the com munity on what the school district is doing Coledonio Superintendent of School* Robert Myers The board recognizes the need to continue to work on parental involvement, for in­ stance. and wc think Bob is doing an excellent job in pro moling that involvement "We re extremely pleased with the district and what we re doing, but that doesn’t mean we won’t keep trying to do better There are always ways to improve.’’ Boncher said. Myers' present contract runs until June 30. I995 Usually, the school board wiMild vote on the supennten- dent's new contract in February, but this year, the contract decision will be delayed until after the PlanteMoran Management Consul­ tant Team has completed its study of 21 administrative positions in the Caledonia schools Historically. Caledonia awards its superintendents a two year contract. Myers has served as superintendent of the Caledonia Community Schools since January 1987. The Bridles and Bits 4-H club are (front row. from left) Josh Anderson. Jessie Anderson, Leslie McKay. Lisa Ahrens, Erin Robertson, Lisa McKay. Lindsey Robertson. Tim Kelly, (back row) Alesse Nichols. Liz Fox. Jill Van Dyke. Lon Vaughn. Kathy Kuiphof, Josh Wheeler and Jan Nichols. The club hopes to do more community service projects tours and social activities in the future 4-H Club visits Thornapple Manor The Bridles and Bits 4-H Club held an equestrian fash­ ion show at Thornapple Manor Jan. 15. Members of the club dressed up in their show out­ fits and brought pictures of their animals. A dog and bunny also joined them for the event. The residents of the home seemed to thoroughly enjoy brightened their afternoon." said Erin Robertson, a mem­ the show. Afterwards, cookies and ber of the club. "You could punch were served to all the also tell by the proud look in the kids* eyes that it felt really audience. "You could tell by the look good to bring joy into anoth­ in the residents’ eyes that we er's home." BUDGET SHORTFALL “Shanda” ...means Helper and you arc! - Proverbs 22:1 If you see Shanda on January 29th. tell her happy eighteenth birthday! — HOME OF THE WEEK — 1721. 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TN0RMAPPLE LAKE NEW U5TNG 1969 Holly Pork 2 bedroom 12x60 home Newer 852 98)6 MN7M MBDCEV1XE Thro, bodroom 2 both 16*80 1091 cothndrol cndmg skyhghn and 8a 10 storagn sh«d rm and more Priced $82 900 Alene 948 9611 at 623 835? Continued from front page — Either proposal will allow the state to provide at least $5,000 per pupil to all public schools, with the poorest districts raised to $4,200 per student the first year "The important thing is that each voter make an individual choice as to which plan is best." she said. Caledonia School Superintendent Robert Myers later said that the school board will have to seek ways to meet the reduced budget with the least damage to educational programs. A malmanagement consultant DONATION from front page- membership of about 27 families. About one-third of the families come from around Middleville, while the rest of the members live tn Wayland, and even Grand Rapids and Battle Creek The club maintains 48 miles of snowmobile trails from five miles northeast of Middleville to Sandy Pines near Dorr Besides maintaining the trails, the club plans several special outings during the season Anyone who would like more information on the Wayland Snowmobile Club can write to P O. Box 147, Wav land. Mich 49348 or call 795-3669 firm already is conducting a study on 21 administrative positions. At last week’s meeting, board authorized a subcom­ mittee of the Caledonia Schools Parent Advisory Council to review school fun­ ding and programming for the ‘94-95 school year. The sub­ committee is to prepare a written report for the board, due "on or about’’ March 1. 1994 This subcommittee is made up of parents and staff from each district school, represen tatives from the board, citizens from the community and students. In other business last week, the school board: — Approved a request from varsity girls’ softball coach Jon Pelletier to take varsity and junior varsity team members to Cocoa Beach. Fla . during spring break for spring training. The trip is not mandatory , and will not cost the school district anything Players going on the trip have raised funds to cover costs. chaperoning — Approved matching funds up to $10,000 with the Caledonia Musk Association for purchasing new band uniforms — Heard a report on Stale School Superintendent Robert Schiller’s visit to CHS — Met in closed session for the annual evaluation of the superintendent (See related article ) MAK€ UF€ LESS TAXING Tax Management and More Inc. mill orgoore v°ur r®tufn co^rgctlu ond or o good price! 4611 N. Middleville Road - M dtfev.ne 795-7933 891-1551 681-2834* t=J Steve Antecki, M.S.A. • 891 9401 I MAKE HOUSE CALLS Jill Van Dyke chats with one of the residents and shows her photos of her activities in the ckrt). 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The Middleville Cub Scouts' annual cake auction has made the packs $475 wealthier About 24 cakes were auc honed off last Thursday after they were judged as the best cakes in several categories. The amount raised this year was an increase over last years' total, with the highest price tag of $41 being paid for a double decker chocolate cake decorated with more chocolate •‘This is really a nice fund­ raiser. ” said Judy Fletke. one of the parents helping with the auction. Because the project is to be done by the Cub Scout and an adult, it brings them together as they plan, and make their creation • When those cakes are auc honed off. those boys just beam?" Fletke said The cake made by Matt Blocksma carried off the ti­ tle as "Most Historical.” Join Our Team When you see our game plan, you'll want to join our team. We have a whole range of winning financial service*. Kyle Fletke (left) and Brian Curco earned the title of "Best Cake" for their tasty and actroctive cake creations. Ian Karchev's coke with igloos on it was judged as "Most Original." REZONING continued from front and reconsidered under the new regulations, according to Thomapple Township Super­ visor Don Boysen Meanwhile, all parties in­ volved w ill be keeping a close eye on the situation since lawyers representing Wilson. Thornapple Township and concerned citizens have been at the meetings and are aware of what is going on. Interest-Earning Checking Statement Savings Accounts Certificates of Deposit IRAs Direct Deposit 24-Hour Banking Cards Visa Card VALUABLE COUPON :: TOP QUALITY SERVICE AT A LOW PRICE' ' KEY CLEANING d 10%0ff 1ST CARPET CLEANING STEAM EIYAACTKM CARPET UPHOLSTERY complete I JANITORIAL SERVICE f A8R»C PROTECTION DEOOORLZiHu 948-8381 436 W. STATE • HASTINGS TOM FRITH • DAVID McWILLIAMS. CO-OWNERS VALUABLE COUPON Stop and ooo — year choice ht door. Richard J. Choryan, O.D. DOCTOR OF OPTOMETRY 133 E St Cmorw. Mi 891-9224 • • • • • • • Drive-Up Facilities Personal and Commercial Loans Safety Deposit Boxes Christmas Clubs Traveler’s Checks Investment Counseling MasterCard And our service is the friendliest in town! Come in and see u* today! Qtate V2ANK 627 MAIN ST. CALEDONIA 303 ARLINGTON MIDDLEVILLE 3205 68th ST. S.E DUTTON 891-8113 795-3361 698-6337 C< ALEDONIA At 3 Locanom Open AB Day lcnokr �Page 4 I The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml / January 25. 1994 Neigh b ors with. . NORMA VELDERMAN Well folks. I have goofed again I am going over my telephone list of all your names, trying to remember what news each of you gave me At first. I could not get Russ Bender, his line was busy But when I did. he said that Bever­ ly. his daughter in California, called him before the early news was on She lives about 20 miles from the earthquake and was only shaken out of their bed. and a few dishes were broken She called Russ to let him know that she was fine, which sure made him feel good Jack and Jerry Spencer s daughter and granddaughter and Fred Jr. Rock and his family came over to dinner last Saturday Maureen and Jack Robinson still have their two grand children there They will leave today. Maureen laughingly says that she had forgotten how a child can go from one room to the other, leaving a very discernable trail In spite of the toy trails. they will miss them greatly. Thelma Carl attended the Business and Professional Women's group at their sup­ per meeting last Tuesday. Mary Noah said that she hasn't been out much, and her family checks on her every day But she just loves it at Lincoln Meadows She said that her move there was the best thing she ever did. Lib Palmer said that since her daughter and family left for Lexington. Ky.. she hasn't done very much I think that we are ail son of coasting and getting caught up. after the rush of the holidays I got a hold of most of you folks, but no real news Wi wants to stick out their noises and get them frozen when you don't have too1 After milking cows for 25 years. Johnny had to go out. regardless of the weather You never thought much about it. ocher than may be some of the calves got so cold that their ears were frozen, as well as their tails. Later, those parts fell off and we had w eird looking calves for a while That was before we had remodeled the bam and those few calves were closest to the outside wall The Thomapple Heritage meeting will be Wednesday. Jan. 26. at our home at 7:30 pm. Hope the weather isn't as cold this week. Well folks. 1 hope that I have not missed anything that you gave me Visit with all of you next week. Take care of yourselves. TK Bulletin Board Calendar of Events Jan. 25 — 6th and 7th hour finals at the H.S.. M.S basketball vs. Wayland here H S. basketball vs. Maple Valley there Jan. 26 — 1st and 2nd hour finals at the H S.. M S. volleyball tourney for 8th at Comstock Park. M.S. wrestling conf, tourney at Caledonia Jan. 27 — H S volleyball vs. Lee. there Report cards go home (hopefully) Jan. 28 — Distnct-wide in-service, no school. H S basketbail vs. Comstock Park, here Jan. 31 — P E P meeting for all interested M S parents, at 7 p.m. in the M.S. library You’re input is important Feb. 1 — It's February already — can you believe it? Sorry, no "Teachable Moments" this week It was a short, and very COLD week Brrrrrr Quote of the Week — Prejudice is a great time saver it enables you to form opinions without gening the facts. LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church — Serving a Living Lord SUNDAY 9 45a m 11:00a.m. & 6-00p.m WEDNESDAY................................ Family Frllow«htp Prayer 6 Bible Study 7:00 p m. 7240 68th Street. SE - Caledonia 2 milet eawt of M-37 Pastor Rev Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor. Darrel L Schrock Music. Jeffery C. Vander Heide CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH A church with a caring heart for our community and the world" Sunday Services...... 9:30 a m. & 6:00 p.m. M 37 at 100th St., Caledonia, Ml Church Office: (616) 891 1512 Rev. Gerald Van Oyen Al Tiemeyer Community Calling FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville Bruce N. Stewart, Pastor Lee Taylor, Assistant Pastor 9:45a.m. 11:00 a.m. 6:00p.m. 6:45 p.m. 6:45p.m. Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer Word ol Life Clubs I WELCOME TO Garn United Brethren Church Kalamazoo Avtnur at 92nd Street Caledonia. Michigan Telephone &9M252 KI , ~ ’I1 ' Qf. -f Pastor Mark Beers Pastor Scott Taylor Reaching People With Christ 30 am to 9:30 am — First Worship Service 9 30 am to 9:45 am — Cotlee Fellowship 9:45 am to 10:45 am — Sunday School 10 45 am to 1100 am Coffee Fellowship 1100 am to 12 00 Second Worship Service Nursery and Children Church will be provided during both services "Set an eumpte In speech in Me, in tore, in t«tn and m punty " 8 CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH LAKESIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH CHRISTIAN REFORMED 6201 Whitneyville Avenue Sunday School....................... 9:30 a.m. Sun. Morning Worship 10:30a.m. Evening Service..................... 6:00 p.m. Rev. Bernard Mulder, Pastor 868-6306 LEIGHTON UNITED METHODIST Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Sunday Morning Worship (Interpreted for hearing impaired)............... 9:30 a m Sunday School.................................................11:10a.m. Sunday Evening Service................................. 6 30 p m Pioneer Club (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday..................... 6:30 p.m Prayer Meeting • Wednesday........................... 7:00 p.m Youth Fellowship - Sunday.............................. 5:00 p.m RAY TOWNSEND. Pastor UM DOUBLESTEIN. Youth Director 708 West Main Street Phone 891-9259 YOU ARE INVITED Saturday Evening Mass............................... 5 00 p.m. Sunday Mass....................... 9 00 a m A 11 00 a m Rev Roger Timmerman. Pastor Rev. Bobby Dale Whitlock 795 3667 WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH MIDDLEVILLE and PARMELEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES 8546 Whitneyville Ave ol 84th St •891-8661 The Churcfi ewbody 6 sornedody ana .escs Cw b Lord 111 Church Street Sundoy School..................................... 930 o m ScrxJoy Momrg AorsNp..................... IQ 30 a m Sunday Evenrg Worshc. .................... 600 p m Wea Moweex & Boe Shady. 7 00 p m Church School.................. 9:30 a.m. Choir Practice ................. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service.............. 10:30 a.m. 250 Vine Street Church Office 891^669 Parsonage 891-8167 8:30 or 11:00, 6:00 Children ’» Church. Youth Worship during morning wnme* Caraway Si puppet ministry for K 4<h Airing evening tervice* Sunday School Wednesday Night “Family Night” 9:45-10:45 6:45-8:15 Imludcv Adventure Club. Chmn for Children and Adulu. High School Y.wrth Group and Adult CUmo For information call: 891-81 19 St. Paul Lutheran MISSOURI SYNOD (Come join our family . Cods family) Kraft Ave. & 84th St., Caledonia, Ml Morning Worship Service............ 10 00 a m Sunday School................................ 1115 a m Evening Worship Service............... 6 00 pm Rev. James Cusack CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST Barner Free • M-37 between Calcikmia A Middleville Sunday Worship Services 891 -8028 MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Peace Reformed Church Wltr 00IH flCime JRrtl|odi»I (Church Cornerstone Wesleyan Church 5590 Whitneyville Ave, S.E Alto, Michigan 49302 Pastor Jeffrey Lee Phone 295 7076 12200 Chief Noonday Road (art izun Lakey Wayland Michigan 4934K • 795-7903 Barrier Free / Programs for AU Ages Sunday Worship 10 00 am Sunday School Wcdnevday "God Cares for You” 1000a_m 1100 a_m 600p.m. GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH Rev. Lynn Wagner — 795-3798 Rev. Carroll Fowler — 765-5316 Church Office Phone - 795-9266 Senses — Sunday School Morning Worship Evening Worsntp Rev. Robert Gerke 891-8688 Office / 891-8978 Church Parmelee Morning Worship.......... 9 30 a m Middleville Sunday School............ 9 45 a m Mtaaieville Worship...................... 1100 am Signe xx»r KourAwy Wtejxyvy UjkOt. Meeting at the Corner of Wood School Rd. and Wing Rd. 8 30 a m 9 45 a m 11:00 a m Sunday Morning Worship Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Sunday School 10 00 a m. Morning Worship 1100am. Evening Worship 6 00 p m. Wednesday Pra/er Meeting/ Children's Classes 7 00 p m Rovle Ballard, Pastor - 868-6437 — "Family Sight' 6 00 p m The Reorganized CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST of Latter Day Saints HI46 6&h 91. near Whancyvdle Ave Church School. •vunday ...........................1000 am. Mornmg Wonhip ...Il 00a m Evening Wondup 6 00 p.m. Fellowship 7.30 p m. Wed Un hornev or churchy call Pastor Lloyd DeVormer Sr. 897-7407 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / January 25. 1994 / Page 5 ENGAGEMENTS Guemsey-Corkwell Granage-Meyerink Terri S. Gnnage and Gor­ don H Mcyennk * ill unite in marriage on AuguM 20. 1994 The couple S parents arc Tom and Kay (innage and Doug and Marahnc Meyer ink. also of Caledonia Both the bndc-to-be, of Caledonia and the future groom of Byron Center, are graduates of Caledonia High School Glen and Mary Guernsey of Hastings are proud to an­ nounce the marriage of their first bom. Glen Guernsey Jr to Lisa Corkwell. daughter of Larry and Susan Corkwell of Nashville on the 29th of January. 1994 (God s bless mgs on their lives together forever and ever.) Clark-Talbot Hughes-Newsome Mr. and Mrs. Leonard L. Hughes Sr. of Nashville pro­ udly announce the engage­ ment of their daughter Heather A Hughes to Michael S. Newsome, son of Mr. and Mrs. Martin H. Newsome of Delton Heather and Michael plan to be married June 18. 1994 in the Kilpatrick United Brethren Church The reception to follow after the wedding at the Moose Lodge Recreation Area Sally Anna Clark and Mary Ryan Talbot will be joined in marriage on May 14. 1994. at the Caledonia United Methodist Church. The bride-elect, of Alto, is the daughter of David and Loralynne Clark, also of Alto. She is a graduate of Caledonia High Schtxil and Michigan State University, and is cur­ rently at Grand Valley State University working on her master’s degree in physical therapy. The groom-elect, of Grand Rapids, is the son of Frank and Gail Talbot of Arlington Heights. Ill He is also a graduate of Michigan State and is currently working for Energy Group Management in Spring Lake BOOKS, BOOKS, BOOKS MIDDLEVILLE^ Jknfupxrs & •JumouB* • CofccJbiw ♦ Snr Downtown Middleville • 795-0800 iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiniiiii KEYBOARD LESSONS ALSO PIANO and ORGAN By Fred Pelton (20 years of teaching) BEGINNER THRU ADVANCED GROUP or PRIVATE CHILDREN and ADULT Erin Kaiser publishes student newspaper CHS senior gets kids involved in ‘Small Talk’ by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Oniv the pnnt is small in • Small Talk Topics covered in the first two issues of Caledonia High School's new student newspaper arc hardly trivial, as the name of the publication might first imply Editor Enn Kaiser solicited a wide variety of articles for her December issue, for ex­ ample. encouraging staff and student to write on topics ranging from the holiday “blues ’ to an “interview” with an environmentally aware Santa As editor-in-chief, assign­ ment editor, layout editor and distribution manager. Enn has a pretty free hand in making the paper what she envisions for it. and in the first two edi­ tions — the first appeared last October she has clearly in­ dicated she wants the paper to be a forum for students and staff to air their views on wor­ thwhile topics It’s even subtitled “Where You Say What Needs To Be Said ’’ The Caledonia School Board awarded Erin a Caledonia “C” last week for her work gening the new paper off the ground The board also commended her • quiet leadership." not only with the paper, but also in her editorial position on the year­ book and in her efforts to help CHS students understand the plight of homeless people The paper reflects her thoughtfulness On page one of the December issue are articles on holiday depression and CHS students' work in special education classes at one of the elementary schools. Other topics include the progress of an English class' efforts to recycle the school’s office paper, the integrated STAR program for freshman and sophomores, materialism at Christmas and the (then) upcoming election to fill the late Paul Henry's seat in the House of Representatives. Rounding out the paper are reports from Student Con­ gress. the Visions and Volunteers class and the FFA. followed by an interview with the exchange students on how they celebrate Christmas in their countries The interMew with the en­ vironmentally correct Santa lightens up the issue, but still deals with a serious concern. The yearbook editor last year and again this year. Erin said that starting up the newspaper was not really her idea •’At registration last August. (CHS Principal) Mrs (Tonya I Porter asked me if I would be interested in doing a student newspaper 1 presume she asked me because of my work on the yearbook “We met again in September to talk about it. and well, the first issue came out Oct. 29.” The December issue follow ­ ed. and Enn said a third issue is scheduled foe Feb 25. The daughter of Pat and Karl Kaiser of Caledonia. Enn works as an enabler for the new publication She soitens the artKies. types them up oo the “Pagemaker” BINGO ENROLL NOW! UciM Pwt <305 954£ Oery Catedoma Caledonia Community Education Phone 891-8117 Early Bird — S:3O p.m. • THURSDAY • computer program with the help of staff instructional aide Kelly Roland, and then gets the paper to the printer “The paper is distnbuted in the Commons and it's free." Enn said “I tned to get students to buy ' an issue by banging in a magazine for the recycling drive or a can of food for the Christmas drive, but they got the paper whether they donated or not.” she smiled The paper also is available m the high school office Enn said her copy is check­ ed out by her advisor, year­ book sponsor Simone Heidrich, and by Porter, to make sure all is appropriate While she’s never taken any journalism courses. Enn said that she especially enjoys the layout aspect of publication, and thinks she just might en­ joy a career in journalism someday “I think I might like to cover politics, and it would be fun. 1 think, to work on a CHS senior Erin Koiser hos rejuvenated a student magazine.” she said. A senior this year, she said newspaper at the high school. Small Talk' has gone she doesn't plan to start col­ through two editions, with a third planned for February. lege right away "I want to travel around for a couple of years and see where I’d like to be.” she said, adding that she would work as a travel director dur­ ing this interim. “Then I'd go to college.” Besides traveling, her in­ terests lie with meeting new people, hiking, reading, “the Custom Homes • Remodeling usual things high school kids Additions • Decks like to do.” she said She also enjoys music, Carpenter - Contractor Licensed & Insured listing a variety of favorites: Zomerlei Construction Co. Middleville • Call Jack 795-7458 See Newspaper, Page 8 Caledonia High School Teen Institute would like to thank the following contributors: • Caledonia AMBUCS • Caledonia American Legion Auxiliary Post 305 • Caledonia Athletic Boosters • Caledonia D&W • Caledonia High School Student Congress • Caledonia Lions Club • Caledonia Board of Education • State Bank of Caledonia • Coca-Cola Bottling Co. of Michigan • Dr. Eric Seif • Geneses Hair Salon • Gordon Foods • Hastings City Bank • The Village Stylist �Page 6 / The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml / January 25. 1994 Speakers, entertainers provide humor with a message Third CHS Teen Institute draws150for day-long event In Barbara (rail ' Staff Writer Entertainer O.J. Anderson was outrageously funny All the more so. perhaps. because no one attending last Saturday's Teen Institute at Caledonia High School was expecting his brash, just-thisstde of-good uste humor at CHS Athletic and Activities Director Jeanne Glowicki joins O.J. Anderson in a little tango action during Anderson's Teen Institute performance. least not early on a Saturday morning But however funny Ander­ son’s 40 minutes of imper­ sonations. skits and impromp­ tu remarks were, they also allowed him to make a senous point Taking off his silly specs and false teeth, he told the students that making people laugh “is how I get high Preparing and performing is hard work, he said, but 'that is what it's all about That's the way to get high Using drugs and alcohol is the easy way to get a high, he went on. and it is also the dangerous way He said the three great lies about drugs and alcohol are: - One can of beer won’t af­ fect you Alcohol doesn't lead to drugs - You can lake drugs once and then walk away from them He told the students that he had gotten into drugs and alcohol gradually, but that he finally was so sick from them, he could hardly hold up his head The crowning devastation, he said, was when his best friend died in his arms of a toxic reaction to cocaine. Anderson had initiated his friend's fatal experience A veteran radio and televi­ sion performer, who has worked with 'Sesame Street.”' television’s Mr Rogers and "Weird Al" Using his clowning talent to reach his audiences, he likes to encourage self-esteem in the younger students. With middle school and high school audiences, he likes to emphasize the value of education as well as try to discourage substance abuse. ■. Yankovich. Anderson has performed all over North America and Europe Formerly a college enter­ tainer. he said he now limits his work to elementary , mid­ dle and high schools in the Midwest so he can be close to his family in Ann Arbor. Using his clowning talent to reach his audiences, he likes to encourage self-esteem in the younger students With middle school and high school audiences, he likes to em­ phasize the value of education as well as try to discourage substance abuse. Anderson's anti-drug message is also the message that Teen Institute itself tries to get across in the day-long program featuring enter tainers. workshops, fun ac­ tivities. discussion groups and plenty of food. Other entertainers for the day included the Grand Rapids-based improvisational comedy trio. CPR. which opened the day’s activities with its quick-witted creations of situtations suggested by the audience A rock band with a message. ARC. performed in the evening, and a dance from 8-11 p.m. ended the day. Area businesses and in­ dividuals donated money and food for Teen Institute, while local residents, parents. teachers and school board members volunteered their time to bake cookies, serve meals, supervise activities and run workshops This is Caledonia's third Teen Institute, and each year attendance has grown, although the format has re­ mained the same Student' pay a $10 registra­ tion fee which covers their t- shirt, food and all activities for the day "It's going really well.” said TI Coordinator Nanci Moore by mid-aftemoor.. "We were a-little worried about our registrations because of the two snow days in the middle of the week, but the kids are here, our speakers and activities people are here and there's plenty to eat " "Nanci and (CHS Assistant Principal) Bob (S/ymoniak) have done a great job." said CHS Principal Tonya Porter, who also was spending the day at TI "And I believe that it’s because our Teen Leaders have worked hard on it. too. that H’s a success I hope we can have more and more ac­ tivities like this, where the kids are involved in the plann ing and making the plans happen H This IS Caledonia's third Teen Institute, and each year attendance has grown, although the format has remained the same. ,, Each student attending TI was assigned to a 'Core Group,' which met throughout the day for activities and discussion. Here, one group has fun with on 'ice breaker' activity, designed to promote trust among group members. Eoch person takes a fall forward (or backward), trusting that the rest of the group will pro­ vide the safety net.' Entertainer O.J. Anderson autographs students t-shirts after his performance as the keynote speaker' at Saturday s Teen Institute. The smg along fun of karaoke brought an enthusiastic group of students and staff te this new Teen Institute activity. Members of the improvisational comedy group CPR provided the woke up coll for CHS students attending this year s Teen Institute Here the tri© focus on creating the next answer in the Dr. Know-It-All gome. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I January 25. 1994 / Page 7 Caledonia Junior pom pon dancers entertain CHS fans Taking stock in new year January is the time that we all take Mock and look to the new year As we do this I would like to share with parents some ideas from the publication. “Parents Make the Difference 1 would like to start with: The Parent’s Pledge “As a Parent, to Start the New Year Right. I Pledge to Participate in my children’s education by supervising homework, talking with my children about school, and volunteering Accept my children for who they are I will try to nurture those qualities that makes each of my children special Read to or with my children every day of the year Expect the very best from my children at all times Never let a day go by without telling each of my children that I love them Turn off the television for homework, reading time and for special times with my children.’’ I would like to further share the article “Let Your Child Know lhat Families Have Rules - Just like Board Games “ “When kids play games, they understand the need for rules Creating a list of family rules is a great way to establish discipline in your home. Explain to your child there are rules for family life, just as there are rules for games “Make sure your child clearly understands your house rules: You might create a chart, listing three of the most impor tant rules. (If you list two pages of rules, your child won’t remember them.) “You also want to let kids understand the consequences of breaking the rules. On your rules chart, write down what will happen if he or she breaks one of them. “Finally, enforce the rules consistently. You may find you have to nag less. All you need to say is ‘You broke rule number three What are the consequences?’ “By adopting this approach you’ll teach your children the importance of playing by the rules “ And last. "Study Says Effort is Key to Success, Not Ability.” "A new study says American kids believe ability is more im­ portant than effort in school success. Asian kids believe just the opposite “The book is called The Learning Gap.’ The authors com­ pared American and Asian beliefs about school success. "Asian students said studying hard’ was most likely to lead to success in school. They ranked a good teacher’ near the bottom American students had the two reversed ” In the book, the authors say • “Students' mistaken belief in ability hurts children Kids with high ability ’find little reason to work hard ’ • “Kids who think they have lower ability doubt that they can master their lessons through continued effort. • • ‘ Asian students are confident that the lime they invest will lead to masters of the subject. They are willing to work long hours When they get a low score. Asian students don’t think they’re stupid They realize it will take more time and work to reach their goal • “Parents can build an attitude for success Tell your children that they can learn a tough subject if they will just keep at it.’’ Forty future pom pon doncers in first- to fifth-grode showed off their school spirit in a performance during halftime of the Dec. 14 varsity basketball game. The young ladies learned their routine during a Dec. 7 clinic sponsored by the CHS varsity dance team, with proceeds from the clinic going to help the team pay its way to the National Dance Competition in Florida. Pictured with their teachers, the youngsters pose for photos after their halftime debut. IMERIXlOMT HOME EQUITY LINE Lowest Payment In Michigan. Old Kent's new Interest-Only Home Equity Line of Credit gives you a minimum monthly payment that’s over 60% lower than any leading bank in the state*. In fact, if you find a lower advertised home equity line of credit payment at any Michigan-based bank, we'll match it’* flexibility plus deductibility. Our Interest-Only Home Equity Line offers the ultimate in financial flexibility . You can pay less when you need to, more when you want to. And unlike many loans, home equity interest is tax-deductible. 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Ml / January 25. 1994 Folk takes come alive for McFall Elementary students by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Most children have heard a banjo, guitar and even a ham mered dulcimer But McFall Elementary students got a treat when story teller and musician David Stoeri used a mountain dulcimer, spoons. Jute's harp and nose harp during his program Stoeri entertained the kindergartners and firstgraders at McFall in mid­ January The kids were fascinated by Stoeri as he told jokes, played hts instruments, taught them “cheers." and told traditional folk tales from a number of different cultures “This is about the fourth tune we've had David here." said McFall Principal Bill Rich “We try to have him come every other year.” He's neat Very rarely do you see the same program He did three programs for us this year and even those varied" Rich said that not only is Stoeri entertaining, he's also great at reading the audience and keeping the kids engaged and active when necessary “That's why we have con tinned to invite him back." Rich said Sioen used to teach middle elementary school in Bad Folk story teller David Stoeri opened one of his programs at McFall Elementary with hammered dulcimer music. TK bus fleet earns ‘very good’ marks aioeri got th* children to be a port al the program with silly cheers and little quips Here, he tells the kids to be reody to moke lots of noise the minute his hand comes down. Th« kindergartners and first graders, like this little girl, were just in awe and paid very close attention to what Stoeri was saying. in one of our “SUPER” Insulated Manufactured Homes with an energy efficient gas furnace... PLUS • Vinyl Insulated Dual Pane Windows • Storm Doors • Low Utility Bills • Gas Water Heaters • Affordable Lot Rent • AND a Wonderful Family Community! Ail In Stock Models have been REDUCED to LOW AFFORDABLE PRICES CALL SANDRA AT. TRUE VALUE HOMES ^4 I fc&L 795-7900 In In CirUr Cider Mill Mill Villano Village A Community of Carefree Manufactured Homes 812 RIVER BEND LANE MIDDLEVILLE Axe, Mich. When he started filling most of his weekends with the folk story telling, he decided to try it full-time. Stoeri now lives in Wiscon­ sin, and travels back to Michigan to share his talents. When he came to McFall, it was the end of a week in Michigan. Stoeri's program was spon­ sored by the Parents and Elementary Teachers’ group. by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The Thomapple Kellogg Schools' bus inspection report from the state police has come back with a “very good" rating. That definitely has pleased school administrators and the transportation department Business Manager Alice Jansma said this year’s inspec­ tion was the best for the past six years. Of the district's 28 buses, 23 passed and earned blue tags. The inspector tagged three buses with yellow tags and on­ ly two with red tags that signify failing Jansma explained that red tagged buses are not even allowed on the road until the problem is corrected. An example of that is that one red-tagged bus had a pro- NEWSPAPER, continued from P 5 Simon and Garfunkel, “early 80s" Thompson Twins, In Excess, John Lennon, Sting. Stone Roses and The Doors. “It might sound strange, but I’m already looking for­ ward to our first class reu­ nion," she commented. “I think it’s going to be in­ teresting to see what everyone is doing, where they have end­ ed up.” Her teachers think Erin is probably going to end up do­ ing very well, judging by her initiative with the high school paper “Enn's gone above and beyond the call of duty with her work on both the newspaper and the year book. Heidnch said “I think she’s encouraged and motivated her classmates to be pan of the newspaper staff, and I don't think they would have been so fired up if she hadn’t been so encouraging “My impression is that the students were excited to do this." she said Heidnch said she mainly has just helped Enn find in­ terested students, remind them of upcoming deadlines and offer some guidance Porter, who first approach ed Enn about starting a paper, said she. too. is impressed with the way the senior has handled the project. “She has made it happen," Porter said. “She has done it all, organizing it and soliciting the articles and then doing the layout and distribution “This is the kind of self directed learning we would like all of our students to experience " ”1 really have enjoyed it." Erin said of the newspaper adding that she hopes to find someone who will take it over next year “I’m looking around.” blcm with the low air buzzer, according to Jeff Schilthoat who is one of the district bus mechanics Yellow tag violations in­ cluded things like one bun dage was missing from the first aid kit. and a decal on an emergency d<v»r opening say­ ing "Lift Up" was missing Parents who wonder abimt the safety of the school buses can watch for the colored tag in the window signifying that the vehicle has passed inspection Both Jansma and TK Superintendanl Steve Garrett credit the constant improve­ ment in the inspections to the transportation staff, cxpccial ly the mechanics. Matt Funk and Schilthroat, and the bus drivers because they make careful pre run inspections daily. The high marks arc even more impressive since the district has several older buses that are already out of depreciation “Normally, the inspector is harder on the older vehicles because of safety factors," Garrett said But, both Funk and Schiltroat are certified diesel mechanics and certified bus drivers So. they keep a close eye on all of the buses in order make repairs quickly. “We were really hoping to make it to the excellent category this time," said Jansma “That’s what Matt and Jeff want, loo. “This lime we were rated close to that, and we'll make it,“ Jansma added. Personal Dental Health Ronald B. Stegehuis, D.D.S 891-1240 We welcome new patients. Please call for your appointment \ available Monday-Saturday. / b 9505 Cherry Valley Rd. Caledonia - on M-37 . ..in the new State Farm Bidy just north of the bght *—■ w«mn �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / January 25. 1994 / Page 9 | From Our Readers Let’s not throw away our village government Dear editor: I would like to address the upcoming vote in Caledonia on Monday. March 14 • Shall the incorporatKi.i of the village of Caledonia be vacated?" Both the logical and the emotional sides play a part in this issue I’ll start w-th the logical more specifically, the financial. The argument is that Caledonia Village residents ought to save themselves a few hundred dollars in taxes each year by dissolving our village government and con­ solidating with the township, but at what price'’ Quoting the letter of April 20, 1993. from Ronald G. Storehouse. Director of Com­ munity Development, to Frederick R Fleischman "If the two units of government were merged, under the cur­ rent formula and funding levels, the new unit of govern­ ment would he allocated ap­ proximately $15,000 annual ly. This represents a net an­ nual loss in CDBG (Com­ munity Development Blink Grant) funds to the Caledonia community of approximately $12,000. The mam reason for this drop in funding level is related to the standard minimum amount of funding provided per governmental unit. * * And that’s not the only financial loss, should Caledonia Village residents vote to eliminate our village government. Our village receives a portion of both the single business tax and state income tax at 77 cents per per­ son, based on population of 885. while the township receives its share based on on1 ly 6 censs per person for its 5,369 residents. If our 885 village residents are added to the township total and appor tioned their six cents apiece. Caledonia loses another $16,683 86 Should our village dissolve, much more will be lost than simply revenue-cold hard dollars Services also will disappear, unless you are will­ ing to dig into your pocket for special assessments the township will have to levy. For instance, few village residents are aware that the township currently charges for lighting as follows: Pine Edge Lighting District. $1,050.72; Listening ValleyLighting District. $1.278 48. East River Shore No 1 Lighting District, $730.56. East River Shore No 2 Lighting District (includes $1,000 publication legal fees). $2,506 78; and Riser Land Ranch Lighting Disinct. $847.20 Source: "1993 Winter Special Assessment Districts to Be Levied on the Winter Tax Bills." R DeVries. Treasurer. Caledonia Township Dissolve our village, and find yourself listed with those above, with your own special assessment to keep village streets lighted Though I assume the township wouldn’t allow the village streets to fall dart if our village government dissolves, other services might not be so easily replaced Who will plow your streets when w inter storms hit? Who will pick up your bagged leaves, branches pruned from your trees, or even the entire tree, if necessary "’ Our village owns two trucks and pays a maintenance man to perform these services Will the township provide this level of service'’ I remember the days before the village bought those trucks- back when the village contracted with Kent County for snow removal. Approx­ imately three days would pass following snowstorm before county trucks would lower their plows on our snowchoked village streets. I rue the day we return to such efficiency! If the village dissolves, those trucks will be owned by the township The township can’t currently assure village residents they can keep them running, even though the township stands to gain all the assets village taxpayers paid for One thing you can be assured of is this If we dissolve our village, we stand to lose one whale of an asset in our sewer treatment facili­ ty It was completely paid for by us--res»dcnts of the village proper Do we now want to hand it to the township, a governmental body so strap­ ped for revenue it recently found itself embarrassingly short of funds for the Township Library? (The crisis was resolved, but hints at the potential for future shortfalls.) I’ve talked about the logical side of the question to dissolve our village government, now the emotional: We are an entity in danger of becoming extinct And by this. I refer not only to the Village of Caledonia as a discrete governmental body, but the concept of village government in Kent County . We are unique, one of only five villages left tn our coun­ ty. The others are Kent City. Casnovia. Sparta and Sand Lake That makes us the only village in the county south of Grand Rapids More than 16 years have passed since I escaped the rush and stress of city life to take up residence in a far more congenial atmosphere. Over time, my appreciation for the Village of Caledonia has been rightfully earned by those who have and do govern here My neighbors are my village president, trustees and planning commissioners. If I have a complaint, suggestion, or question. I can-and dogive them a call I have always been treated with courtesy and respect. The price I pay in village taxes is small compared to the benefits I receive. If you are unsure of your benefits as a village resident. I urge you to attend an informal meeting at Sandi’s Diner tonight. (Tuesday. January 25) at 7 p.m The Caledonia Village government has ap­ proximately a 100-year tradi­ tion of service to its residents, a record for which my respect is growing. I’m not about to let others throw our village away without a fight, and neither should you! Donna M Winters Caledonia Village residents have chance to lower taxes Dear editor: I see in your paper that Lodema Schroder likes pay mg her nearly 10 mills of property taxes to Caledonia Village But at the end of the year. I hope her taxes are being used wisely and effectively . On March 15. the day after the village elections. Gov John Engler’s special statewide election is giving her a choice to double her sales taxes or increase her state income tax rate by 50 percent. Though the governor is pro­ viding property tax reduction. Caledonia Schools get shorted 10 percent of their budget, or $1.5 million dollars in revenue, after the Engler pro­ posals are through Caledonia School district residents will have to choose a two to threemill tax increase or substantial cuts in school programs and quality of education With more than 1.400 new residences approved with Caledonia Township and Village we will be faced with If a person has no delicacy, he has you in his power —William llazlitt adding a new elementary school or two soon. The new junior high will nearly be at capacity when it opens With more than 100 emergency calls a month. Caledonia Township is being forced to consider a desperately needed tax pro­ posal for police and fire pro­ tection and general operating Only in the village elections on March 14. will Caledonia Village residents have a chance to reduce their taxes by 9.447 mills and improve the efficiency of our local governments. Tax money is far too scarce and the needs too great to not be working together We should thank the Con­ solidate Caledonia Committee for providing us that oppor­ tunity to solve our problems together. And we need to work as one Robert G Shorn ler Caledonia Let’s vote to save the Caledonia Village To the editor: Let us vote to save the Village of Caledonia In the County of Kent there are only five villages left. Caledonia is one of the five and this makes us unique to all of our neighbors Do not let a township citizen and his followers take this from us Your voice will become one in 6.250 instead of one in 885 TK grad named to dean’s list at U of South Carolina Sharia Raab, a 1989 graduate of Thornapple Kellogg High School, has been named to the dean's list at the University of South Carolina in Columbia. A senior finance and management major at USC, she earned a 3.7 GPA on a 4.0 grading scale. Raab will receive her degree in May 1994. The first electric watch was invented in Chicago in 1885. Early CRUISE Bookings For the lowest prices of 1994! if you vote "yes" on March 14 If we vote to abolish the village we will have destroyed part of our historv and heritage that can never be replaced To save our village, vote "NO!" Eileen Shook Village of Caledonia �Page 10 / The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml / January 25. 1994 Board wil consider resolution on the issue Caledonia Twp. plans special meeting on dissolution of village by Barbara Gall Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Board" will have a special meeting al 7 p.m Wednes­ day. Feb. 2. to discuss the township's position on the possible dissolution of Caledonia Village Village residents will vote March 14 on whether they wish to keep the village a separate municipal entity, or merge it with the township The board agreed it needed to discuss “facts and figures ' related to the village If the village indeed were dissolved, the township would take over all the assets and liabilities of the village, and assume responsibility for the village sewer system and the village's partnership with the schools and a local developer in con­ structing a public water system At its Wednesday evening meeting, the board discussed whether it wished to pass a resolution stating the Township Board's position on the dissolution question Supervisor Tom Garbow said that contrary to what one member of the Consolidate Caledonia Committee had said, board members may voice their opinions on the issue, and the board is legally free to make an official state men! for or against the dissolution Tax dollars may not be us ed. however, to support either campaign. Garbow said When Garbow opened the meeting to public comment, members of the Consolidate Caledonia Committee spoke up first. Corey Meiras. a resident of the village, claimed that "99 percent ' of the services pro­ vided by the village govern­ ment already are available from the township and the county “Taxes in the village are so much higher than the taxes in the township that it just doesn't seem fair." he said Village homeowners pay an average of $340 annually in village taxes not levied on township residents outside the village Township resident Fred Fleischmann, who has been the spokesman for Con­ solidate Caledonia, said that one of the reasons it s hard to get millages passed in the township is that “the village precinct" consistently votes against more taxes Eliminating village taxes could eliminate a “village veto of millages needed for more fire and police protec­ tion. he suggested He also asked the Township Board not to pass a resolution on the ballot question He said that information about the issue is not yet available to the public, and that “the public discussion is only beginning. " A government stance would chill citizen involvement, he said Township resident Ed Fischer asked who would pay for the extra township staff that would be needed to han­ dle village matters “The only benefit I've heard so far is that the village will pay less." he said Resident Tom Apol said that he doesn't want to see township officials over­ burdened He added that he thinks the issue right now is “fuzzy." He also said he didn't like CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on February 7. 1994. at 7 30 pm the Planning Commission of the Charier Township of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall. 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia. Michigan, concerning the application of Dykema Excavators, Inc., for an amendment in the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia so as to rezone certain lands to the PMR Planned Mineral Removal District and for the issuance of a planned mineral removel (PMR) permit. These lands are more particularly described as follows: To rezone the following-described lands from the PMR District (Pace Excavating) to the PMR District In accordance with the final mineral removal plan for the Dykema Whltneyvllle Avenue PMR District: Parcel A: A parcel of land in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 14, Town 5 North, Range 10 West, Caledonia Township, Kent County, Michigan, described as follows Beginning at the southwest corner of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 14; thence North 00*59'55" West along the North and South 1/4 line of said Section 1097 00 feet; thence North 89*37’12" East 1440 00 feet; thence South 00*59’55" East 712.79 feet; thence North 87*26’30" West 1382.57 feet; thence South 00*59’5" East 455 09 feet to a point on the East and West 1/4 line of said Section 14; thence South 89*37'12" West along said East and West 1/4 line of said section 60 feet to the place of beginning Parcel B: Commencing at a point 350 feet North of the center of Section 14. Town 5 North, Range 10 West, Caledonia Township, Kent County, Michigan, thence West 1200 feet parallel to the East and West 1/4 line of said section; thence North 72 feet, thence Southeasterly to a point on the centerline of said section which is 400 feet North of the point of beginning; thence 40 feet South to the point of beginning to rezone the following-described lands from the R-R Rural Residential Distnct to the PMR District in accordance with the final mineral removal plan for the Dykema Whitneyville Avenue PMR District: Parcel C: That part of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 14, Town 5 North, Range 10 West, Caledonia Township, Kent County, Michigan, described as Commencing at the Southwest comer of said Northwest 1/4; thence North 89*37'12" East 60 0 feet along the South line of said Northwest 1/4, thence North 00*59'55" West 455 09 feet parallel with the West line of said Northwest 1/4; thence South 87*26'30" East 1382 57 feet to the point of beginning; thence South 00*59'55' East 33.73 feet, thence North 89*35 54" East 6 05 feet parallel with the South line of said Northwest 1/4 to a point which is North 00*41 14" West 350 00 feet along the East line of said Northwest 1/4 and South 89*35 54" West 1200 00 feet from the Southeast corner of said Northwest 1/4; thence North 00*41 14 West 72 00 feet, thence North 88*52 28 West 6 45 feet, thence South 00* 59 55 East 38 44 feet to the point of beginning and also, to rezone the following-described lands from the R-R Rural Residential Distnct to the PMR Distnct, which tezoning has been consented to by the owner thereof. Consumers Power Company, in accordance with the final mineral removal plan for the Dykema Whitneyville Avenue PMR District A parcel of land in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 14. Town 5 North Range 10 West, desenbed as follows To find the place of beginning of this description, commence at the West 1/4 comer of said Section 14. run thence North 89*37 12" East along the East West 1/4 line of said section 60 00 feet to the place of beginning of this description, thence North 0*59 55 West 455 09 feet thence South 87*26 30 East 1382 57 feet, thence South 0*59 55 East 3421 feet, thence North 89*37 12" East 1206 78 feet to the North-South 1/4 line of said section, thence South 0*40 50 East along said North/South 1/4 line 350 00 feet to the East West 1/4 line of said section, thence South 89*37’12* West Mong sand East West 1/4 line 2584 84 feet to the place of beginning A copy of the proposed amending ordinance anc related materials are on hie and may be examined at the offices of the Caieooma Township Clerk. 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia. Michigan, dunng regular business hours All interested persons may attend the public heanng and be heard with regard to the application for the aocve stated amendment in the Township Zoning Ordinance, for the rezomng of said lands and with regard to the above-stated application for a planned mineral removal permit covering sad lands Dated January 7 1994 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA <3021 "gag orders.” and that each board member should be able to say what he or she thinks “But the issue needs more clarification." he said. Board members also discussed their feelings and concerns. “This is the village's business, their issue." sax! Trustee Steve Gould, adding that village residents were fac­ ed with a kx of “soul sear­ ching" in making their deci­ sion on whether to put the village out of existence. Quoting a popular phrase of the “Star Wars" era. he said. “As a township citizen and a trustee, may the force be with you " T rustee Gordon Jousma said he supported the board's passing a resolution on the question because he sees dissolution of the village directly affecting the Township Board. He suggested the board get more information, then (wss ns resolution in February Garbow said he also favored continuing the discus sion and perhaps passing a resolution next month He noted (hat the burden placed on the township in tak­ ing over village affairs pro­ bably would outweigh any financial gains that might come to the township from village dissolution “We must look at the numbers. " he said, noting that the Township Board especially needed to learn about the sewer and water situations The board agreed to look over “the numbers" at the Feb. 2 special meeting In other busmess the board — Set a special meeting for 6:30 p.m Monday. Feb 7. to meet with the Township Plan ning Commission Caledonia Scot JV eagers defeat Coopersville 69-66 Led by Jeff Bom's 26 points, the Caledonia jayvee basketball team defeated Coopersville 69-66 on Friday Caledonia, paced by Chris Alien’s aggressive defense, led by as many as 15 points in the first half. However, Coopersville fought back in the second half taking an early third quarter lead which it held until a free throw by Todd Striplin with 1:15 left in the game tied the score at 66. Jeff Bom's field goal with 24 seconds left put Caledonia back in the lead and Striplm's last free throw with 13 seconds left scaled the victory giving Stnplin eight points for the game Shawn McCormick turned in a fine performance with 18 points Scoring also for Caledonia were Ryan Stephen with seven and Steve Schmidt with six. — Held a first reading for the Country Meadows Village mobile home park planned unit development (PUD) ordinance — Took suggestions on in­ tersections where street lights are needed — Passed a resolution to continue participation in the block grant fund program — Agreed to draft a rcsolu lion stating that Tip to $1,000 of the cost of a fire department run for cither a fire or a medical emergency will be billed to the victim’s in­ surance company Synopsis Re«uUr Board Meeting YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP Jonuory 13 1994 Msstmg colled io order by Supervisor London All member* ond <2 visitors present Minute* of Det 9 1993 and financial report of Dec 31. 1993 approved a* printed Hotting* Sanitary Service mode presentation ond omwrrrd que* tiorts from the ambulance Water system budget for 1494 approved VandenBerg requwO tabled Morsman reiontng approved Board moved to deny Power* request to vacate alley in Pen nossee Pork plat on Gun Lake No action taken concerning Joint recycling effort Resolutions on Sealed Bid* and Model Safety Policy adopted Planning Commission appoint ment* mode by London Becker Finkbeiner and Schwennesen Bill* approved for payment Motion approved Io allocale portion of Treasurer * salary to Deputy Treasurer for remainder of fiscal year Meeting adjourned of 10 0/ Harvey E Vander Bee Clerk (305) CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP BOARD January 19. 1994 The regular meeting of the Caledonia Township Board was called to order at 7:12 p.m. Present: Supervisor Garbow. Clerk Pat Snyder, Trustee* Gor­ don Jousma. John Dieleman, John DeVries. Steve Gould. Ab sent Treasurer Ruth DeVries Also Present Several citizens MINUTES: Approved os printed BILLS: Reviewed Moved Dieleman. support J. DeVries to approve bills as printed. Ayes Gould. J. DeVries. Jousma, Dieleman. Snyder. Garbow. Mo tion carried BUILDING INSPECTION REPORT Reviewed by Supervisor Garbow. RIVER GLEN PUD 2nd reading. Reviewed by Tom Nederveld Each lot has 150 foot set back at the house Moved the set back on lot 11 slightly up ond still has the 150 foot set bock Moved Jousma. support Dieleman. to accept the recom­ mendation of the Planning Com mission of River Glen as revised on January 19. 19*4 Ayes J DeVries, Jousma. Dieleman Snyder Garbow Gould Motion carried. COUNTRY MEADOW MOBILE HOME PUD 1st reading Kurt Hassberger reviewed the plan Questions on tax relief, excess traffic, fire hydrants The hydrants will be to the specs of the Fire Dept Discussion was held on several otr.er issues DISSOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE Discussion was held on this issue Sto’ements were given try Corey Mier as ond Fred Fleischmann Township Board will meet on Feb 2nd at 7 00 pm to review some facts ond discuss the issue SPECIAL JOINT MEETING WITH THE PLANNING COMMISSION I* scheduled for February 7 1994 at 6 30 p m STREET LIGHTS Requests for street lights of intersections will be taken at the Clerks office Re quests lor a hght at McCord* and Enchantment and for one at 76th ond Whitneyville COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT Moved Jousma support J DeVries ’o corry moneys over and to sign agree ment for the Community Develop ment Block Grant. Ayes Jousma, Dielemon. Snyder. Garbow. Gould. J. DeVries Motion carried. PLANNING COMMISSION REPORT Given by John Dielemon. Planning Commission meeting for Monday January 17. wo* postponed until Monday. January 24. AMEND BUDGET Amended by Clerk Snyder Moved J DeVries, support Jousma to approve amendment Ayes Dieleman Snyder, Garbow, Gould. J DeVries. Jousma Motion corned FIRE DEPT RUN RE IMBURSEMENT Moved J DeVries, support Gould to draw up resolution to charge up to SI 000 00 for oil Fire Dept run* Aye* Snyder Garbow Gould J. DeVries. Jousma. Dieleman Mo tion carried OTHER BUSINESS Jousma sug gesfed hearing public input before discussing issue* with the Board Discussion on bidding out Professional services Mr Jim Steketee building on M 37 Discussion on Sand Pit expense* AAoved J. DeVries, supported Dieleman. to ad|ourn meeting at 9 10 Aye* Garbow Gould J DeVries. Jousma. Dielemon, Snyder Motion carried Respectfully submitted. Poti •' ,q Snyder Clerk (301) BOARD OF COUNTY ROAD COMMISSIONERS OF THE COUNTY OF BARRY, HASTINGS, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF SALE OF USED EQUIPMENT Sealed bids will be received by the Barry County Road Commission at their office, 1845 West Gun Lake Road Hastings. Michigan 49058 until 1000 A M Tuesday, February 8, 1994 on the following used equipment One (1) - 1980 John Deere 410 Backhoe Loader 3800 Hrs . Full Cab. 2 Backhoe Buckets. 1 1/4 yd Front Bucket Fair Rubber Good Shape One (1) - 1985 Case 10858 Rubber Tired Excavator, Cummins Engine. New 17 5x25 Rubber, Dtgmore Extenda Boom Wrist Atwist 4 Out Riggers, 3500 Hrs . 2 Buckets. Very Good . Shape One (1> - 1965 Unkbelt LS 96 Cable Crane, 4 71N Detroit Diesel Engine. Hyd Clutches A Brakes 50 Boom, 1 1/2 cu yd Pa<ge Bucket, Good Shape All used equipment to be sold As Is” with no warran­ ty either written or implied All btds must be sealed envelopes plainly marked as to their contents The items for sale may be inspected at the Road Com­ mission Garage at 1845 West Gun Lake Road. Hastings. Michigan during the normal working hours of 6 45 A M - 3 15 P M . Monday Friday The Board reserves the right to reject any and all bids or to waive irregularities in the best interest of the Commission BOARD OF COUNTY ROAD COMMISSIONERS OF THE COUNTY OF BARRY. MICHIGAN Robert D Russell Chairman Norman jac* Lenz Member Theodore McKelvey. Member �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I January 25, 1994 / Page 11 Thorn apple River project revision unanimously OK'd Caledonia Township Board OKs River Glen PUD development including approval of both the row kx widths Members of the Township siting and the architecture of the homes to be built. He has Board echoed the commis­ promised to maintain as many sioners' concerns, and sent the of the trees as possible, and project back to the commis­ the development will not sion with a request to try to encroach upon the wetlands work out a "wm-win” solution along the river. that suited both the developer The project has not moved and the township smoothly through the town­ Harmsen then brought in a ship's approval process, how­ new plan, in which all lots ever. because of Harmsen s met the 150-foot lot width re­ original plan to include lots quirement. and with only that did not meet either the three lots still under the re­ minimum area size for the R- quired 40.000 square foot 1 zoning district or the area. The small lots range required lot width at the from 35,000 to 37.800 square feet. building setback, or both. Two of the smaller lots are After more than a year of discussion on the proposal, on the street side of the devel­ the Planning Commission, in opment. Harmsen also offered an­ a close vote, finally recom­ mended Hanmen's final site other plan, in which all but plan for hoard approval, even one lot met the area require­ though several commissioners ment. This was achieved, refused to vote for a plan with however, by drawing up sev­ undersized lots and too-nar- eral irregularly shaped lots, and the commission opted 4-3 to recommend the more aes­ thetic plan in which lot wi&hs were met. and the three lots remained under 40,000 square feet. VS ft /7 Full Set of... At the Township Board meeting Wednesday, Supervisor Tom Garbow asked the audience if it had any questions about the pro­ posed development, but there was no comment Garbow noted that one resident had ■e for Tanning nod Sails sent a letter asking that the Chany Valley Rd (M-37) • 891-4040 (Behind firoi Piua m Ctiedonn, „ project be denied onday Friday B to 8. Open at 8 am Saturday ♦ Trustee Steve Gould, who _ .J, had opposed the original River Glen plan, said that he liked the revision. "I'd say the developer did a Complete Auto commendable job in meeting and Truck the underlying zoning district. This looks like a good plan," he said. The rest of the board appar­ ently concurred, approving 6• Trustee Gordon Jousma's 110 Johnson Street at Km»ley one block off Main St in Downtown Caledonia motion to approve the revised plan recommended by the Planning Commission. Township Treasurer Ruth DeVries was absent. by Barbara (.ail Staff Writer After months of debate and several revisions, the upscale River Glen housing develop­ ment last week finally re­ ceived the go-ahead from the Caledonia Township Board. The board approved the the project after continuing its tabled second reading of the zoning ordinance governing it The 15-unit planned unit development (HJD) will be built on the west side of the Thornapple River, just south of the intersection of 76th Street and Thomapple River Drive Developer Mark Harmsen said he plans an "upscale“ de­ velopment. laid out on 22.5 acres with lots accessed from a curving private road. He will maintain control over all aspects of the project. i ACRYLIC IE> NAILS Q99 17 SATIO COLLISION SERVICE ED’S BODY SHOP (616) sgi-oiso^.^.6!,8^. & TO THE RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS OF YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP, BARRY CO., Ml and OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS: NOTICE Of SPECIAL MEETING PLEASE TAKE NOTICE the Yankee Springs Township Planning Commission will hold a special meeting Thursday, January 27, 1994. at 7:30 P.M. at the Township Hall 284 N. Briggs Road, Middleville, Mi. for the purpose of rewriting the present zoning ordinance. Material pertaining to the above subject may be examined at the Township Hall by appointment with the clerk. Yankee Springs Township will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed material being considered at the hearing upon five (5) days notice to the Yankee Springs Township Clerk. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Yankee Springs Township Clerk by writing or calling the Clerk at the address or telephone number listed herein. Harvey E. Vander Bee. Clerk Telephone 795-9091 = Obituaries D. Paul Cisler___ MIDDLEVILLE - D. Paul Cisler, 66. of Middleville passed away Tuesday. January 18,1994 at Metropolitan Hospital in Grand Rapids. Mr. Cisler was born on November 28, 1927 in Middle­ ville the son of Daniel and Mildred (Ten Eyck) Cislcr. He was raised in Middleville and attended Thomapple Kellogg Schools, graduating in 1946. He attended Michigan State Univer­ sity and served as a United Stales Marine for four years. He was married to Celia Mlynarchck on June 26, 1953 at Sts. Cyril and Methodius Church. They raised three children in Middleville, where they lived during their life together. Mr. Cisler was an avid sports­ man and gardner, with a special SYNOPSIS OF MINUTES. THORNAPPLE TOWNSHIP, JANUARY 9. 1994 Regular meeting called at 7 07 P.M Members Present 4 Ab sent 1. Others Present - 5. meeting approved as printed Printed bills in the amount of $48 585 61 were approved by roll coll vote. The Board was brought up to dale on several topics of interest with no action being taken Motion passed unanimously op proving adding additional street light at corner of Green lake and Cherry Valley roods. Meeting adjourned at 9 45 P M Donna Kenyon Thornapple Township Clerk (300) fondness for Gun Lake and Barry County area. He was a member and Past President of the Village Council of Middleville. He was a Charter Member of the Middleville luons Club and he belonged io other various civic groups. He spent most of his career life as a car salesman at Veriinde Chev­ rolet in Middleville. Mr. Cislcr was a loving an caring husband, father, grand­ father, friend, and neighbor. He was loved and will be missed by his family. Surviving arc his wife, Celia C. Cislcr, two sons, Mark (Judy) Cislcr of Kentwood, Doug (Mary) Cislcr of Middleville, one daughter, Sandra (James) Gray of Kentwood, four grand children, D. Patrick Cislcr. Ashley and Anna Cislcr, Michael Gray, one sister Mary (Ray) Rider of Hastings. Brothers in law and Sisters in­ law. Joseph and Ann Mlynar chek, Mary Cigler, Ed Mlynar chck. Dorothy Tolan all of Wayland. Ann Hastidl of Fort Myers, Florida. Agnes and Wayne Hawthorne of Hastings, Frances Mlynarchek, Frank Mlynarchck both of Grand Rapids, Helen and Bill Nipper of Dutton, Sister Diane Mlynar chck of Grand Rapids, many nieces and nephews. Mass of Christian burial was held Thursday, January 20,1994 at Sts. Cyril and Methodius Church in Gun Lake with Father James Vinh Lc as Celebrant. Interment Church Cemetery. Scripture service was held Wednesday. Janunry 19. 1994 Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Home in Middleville. Tax Service We arc set up to handle ALL INCOME TAX needs. We are able to do your personal, small business. Partnership or Corporation returns. We offer a complete accounting service, with 20 years ot experience. Other services include: • Business Plans • UPS (not a UPS agent i • Educational Resources Service - College Money Guaranteed OPEN Mon.-Fri. 9-5: Sat. 9-2 or evenings by appointment Mrmbrr <4 9958 Cherry Vaitry (M-37) Caledonia. Ml 49318 Phone ft<M tMV. TO THE RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS OF YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN and OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS; NOTICE Of PUBLIC HEARING YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION Date: February 17, 1994 Time: 7:30 P.M. Place: Yankee Springs Township Hall 284 N. Briggs, Middleville, Ml 49333 Purpose: To consider request from Weick’s Realty, Inc. to rezone property on Patterson Road directly south of Joe’s Grocery from Residential to Commercial. Legal Description: Lot 1, Pleasant Valley, Yankee Springs Township Barry County, Michigan, 0816-019-028-00 Owner of Record: Weick’s Realty, Inc. 71 124th Ave., Box 77, Shelbyville, Ml Material pertaining to the above subject may be examined at the Township Hall by appointment with the Clerk. Yankee Springs Township will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed material being considered at the hearing upon five (5) days notice to the Yankee Springs Township Clerk Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Yankee Springs Township Clerk by writing or calling the Clerk at the address or telephone number listed herein. Harvey E. Vander Bee, Clerk Telephone 795-9091 �Page 12 I The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I January 25. 1994 AREA LUNCH MENUS Caledonia Community High Middle Schools Wednesday. Jan. 26 Turkey pitta, green beans or french fries, fruit choice, milk Thursday, Jan. 27 Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes w/gravy or french fries, fruit choice, roll, milk Friday. Jan. 2X Nacho supreme, corn or french fries, fruit choice, milk Monday, Jan. 31 Burrito, peas or french fries, fruit choice, milk ( aledonia ( ommunity S< hook Kettle Jj»ke Breakfast Menu Wednesday. Jan. 26 Egg cheese on an English muffin, juice or fruit, milk Thursday. Jan. 27 Pancake sausage on a stick, juice or fruit, milk. Friday. Jan. 28 Pop tan. string cheese, juice or fruit, milk Monday. Jan. 31 Assorted cereal, juice or fruit, milk (aledonia Community Schools High Middle Meal Deal Menu Wednesday. Jan. 26 Chicken fajita, french fries. Vita Pup. milk Thursday. Jan. 27 Chinese bar. egg roll. Vita Pup. milk Friday. Jan. Hi Itza pizza, french fries. Vita Pup. milk, potato bar Mondat. Jan. 31 B Y O d o u b I c cheescburger/bun. french fries. Vita Pup. milk. ( aledonia ( ommunity Schools Kettle I^ike Wednesday. Jan. 26 Burrito, fresh orange, food bar. milk Thursday. Jan. 27 Baked chicken nuggets, food bar. mil. milk Friday. Jan. 28 Ravioli w meat sauce, soft pretzel, food bar. milk Monday. Jan. 31 Breakfast for lunch, french toast or waffle, sausage, juice, food bar. milk FOOD BAR Salad bar. fruits, veg . PBAJ sandwich, milk ( aledonia ( ommunity Schools Elementary ( aledonia Community Schools Dutton and Dutton Christian Lunch Wednesday. Jan. 26 Burrito, fresh orange, food bar. milk Thursday. Jan. 27 Baked chicken nuggets, food bar. roll, milk Friday. Jan. 28 Ravioli w/mcat sauce, soft pretzel, food bar. milk Monday. Jan. 31 Breakfast for lunch, french toast or waffle, sausage, juice, food bar. milk Wednesday. Jan. 26 Burrito, green beans, orange, milk Thursday. Jan. 27 Baked chicken nuggets, com. peaches, mil. milk I i id.n . .Lin. 2X Ravioli w/meal sauce, peas, pears, soft pretzel, milk Monday. Jan. 31 Breakfast for lunch, french toast stick or waffle, sausage link, applesauce, juice, milk Members of the Senior Class Party Fund-raising Committee pose with Boncher as he holds up the winning raffle ticket. From the left ore Gene Wolfert, Sally Ruth, John Ruth, Betty Caskey, Sandy Kowalczyk, Mick Kowalczyk, Linda Jousma and Norm Caskey. Holding the bowl of raffle entries is Lou Cizauskas. Not pictured is committee member JoAnne Stimoc. 50-50 raffle nets $2,235 for CHS graduation party — Caledonia High School parent Barb Stephens won $2,235 lost week as the holder of the winning ticket in a 50-50 raffle sponsored by the CHS seniors’ parents. Proceeds from the raffle will go towards funding this year's post graduation party for the Class of 1994. VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on February 1, 1994, at 7:00 p.m. the Planning Commission of the Village of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Village and Township Hall, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, concerning the application of the Village of Caledonia for special land use for the construc­ tion and use of additions to the Village of Caledonia sanitary sewage collection and treatment system, including a treat­ ment facility building with a sequencing batch reactor and including pipes, tanks, and other installments, equipment, accessories, and appurtenances used in connection therewith and reasonably necessary and appropriate for the providing of public sanitary sewer collection and treatment service and related activities, upon the following describ­ ed lands: The South 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 20, ex­ cept the North 200 feet of the West 225 feet of the East 825 feet thereof, and also except the North 30 feet of the East 600 feet thereof; and also, the North 1/2 of the North 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 20, all in Town 5 North, Range 10 West, Village of Caledonia, Kent County, Michigan. The site plan and other materials relating to the propos­ ed special land use are on file and may be examined at the offices of the Caledonia Village Clerk during normal business hours. All interested persons may attend the public hearing and be heard concerning the proposed special land use. DATED: January 19, 1994 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA (304) Senior parent Fred Boncher turns his eyes away to ensure a neutral drawing, as he reaches in to pick the winning ticket. TK spikers open O K Blue with big win The Middleville varsity basketball team defeated Kelloggsville in straight sets 15-4, 15-2 Jan. 20, to open conference play. So far this year the team is 10-1-3 in non-league matches. leading scorer for the l^dy Trojans was Becky Holwerda with eight points, including four aces. She also had four kills. Carla Ploeg led the team with eight kills and Jaime Strata had 12 assists Coach Cindy Middlebush said "It was a nice team effort with everyone getting in to phy- CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN CALEDONIA, MICHIGAN "At the Growing Edge ot Kent County" PUBLIC NOTICE TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA PUBLIC HEARING ON BASIC CABLE TELEVISION RATES PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that a public hearing shall be held by Caledonia Township at 7:00 P M. on Wednesday February 16th 1994 at 250 Maple Caledonia on the Form 393 and proposed schedule of rates of C-Tec Cable for the baste cable television service tier and associated equipment Interested parties may appear in person, by agent, or by letter at such hearing to submit comments on or objections to the Form 393 and proposed schedule of bas>c catMe rates Copies of Form 393 and proposed schedule of basic cable rates and related information (except those parts which may be withheld as proprietary) are available for inspection or copying from the office of the Caledonia Township Clerk, 250 Maple St, Caledonia. Patricia Snyder, Clerk (302) �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml / January 25. 1994 I Page 13 ORDINANCE NO. 94-2Z AN ORDINANCE to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS (Country Meadows Village Mobil* Hom* Part Planned Unit Development) Section 1 Th* Zoning Ordinance of th* Charter Township of Caledonia is hereby amended by the amendment of Sector 4 2 thereof, th* Zoning Mao. so as to rezone the toRowmg descnbed lands from the R-R Rural Residential District to the Planned Unit Development Ost oct m actor dance with the Final Development Plan of the Country Meadows V«nage Mobile Home Part Planned Unit Development, subject Io all of the term and conditions of this ordinance Thai part of Section 7. Town 5 North. Range 10 West descnbed as the West 330 feet of the Southeast W of the Southeast the East 330 feet of the Southwest % of the Southeast %. the Northwest w of the Southeast . and the East 965 feet of the North Vt of the Southwest W. EXCEPT the South 200 feet thereof, and also EXCEPT the North 660 feet thereof, Caledonia Township. Kent County. Michigan in the case of conflicts or discrepancies between any part of the Final Development Plan and the terms of this ordinance, this ordinance shall control Section 2. Th* rezomng of th* abovedescnbed lands to the Planned Unit Development D»stnc1. In accordance with I he Final Development Plan of the Country Meadows Village Mob<»e Hom* Part Planned Unit Development ("the Development") is expressly subject to ail of the following terms and conditions ( 11 Development Plan The Country Meadows Village Mobile Hom* Part Planned Unit Develop­ ment shall comply in all respects with the Final Development Plan of the Development The Development Plan includes the site plan of the Development received November 12. 1993 together With the plan showing the location of certain amenities, dated December 15. 1993. the Land scape Plan received November 12. 1993 the application dated Jun* 25. 1993 with attached nar retire describing the PUD. and typical double wide site plan, typical single wide site plan, and typical street section (2) Mobile Home Part. The Development is to be established and operated as a mobile home park It shall comply with applicable provisions of the Michigan Mobile Home Part Commission Act and Other applicable state laws and state regulations (3) Nature of Development. The Development and the lands included therein shall be used only for a mobile home part, including single wide mobile homes, double-wide mobile homes, a community building, open space for recreational purposes, and other mobile home part uses and related accessory uses The Development shall consist of sites for individual mobile homes, in some cases single wide and in some cases double wide, with each such mobile home Io be placed on a concrete slab at least four inches in thickness (4) Phasing (a) The Development may be constructed in phases The first phase shall include not less than 112 mobile home sites Prior Io the occupancy of any lot in Phase I. all roads, sidewalks, waler system*. RV storage area, and other amenities (including amenities located outside of Phase I. but which serve Phase I) shall be constructed Amenities outside ot Phase I shall be constructed and located as shown on the plan of amenities dated December 15. 1993. including the wafer well field and the stormwater detention area (except that the stormwater detention area may be in an alternate temporary toca lion within the Development, if such location Is approved by the Township s consulting engineers) (b) The remainder of the project, including not more than 143 mobile home sites, may be constructed In one or more phases Road* and lots shall be laid out substantially as shown on the Plan The Planning Commission shall review all future expansion within the Development and approve it if it Is in compliance with the Plan and this ordinance Minor changes may be approved provided not more than 143 additional lot* are includ ed within the PUD and the overall density ol subsequent phases does not exceed 3 64 unit* per acre Prior to any expansion beyond Phase I. the applicant must construct the recreation area a* shown on the Plan The land on which future phases are to be constructed shall be put to no use, other than uses related Io Phase I ol the mobile home park, until subsequent phases are constructed (c) Design standard* ol general application tn this ordinance shall apply to all phases of the Development, unless otherwise provided (5) Future Expansion. 1 he Planning Commission, Township Board, and applicants have agreed that it would not be in the best interest of the township to permit unlimited expansion ot the mobile home park approved herein. As an inducement for the Township to grant approval tor this Development for a mobile home park with not more than 255 sites, the applicants willingly agree to limit the future expansion of this mobile home park as provided in this section. (a) After the expansion, the Development may provide sites for not more than a total, for the entire Development, of 320 mobile homes (b) The overall density of the expansion shall not exceed 3 64 sites per acre (c> No part of the expansion shall be located on property that is not contiguous to the original planned unit development properly, as such property is described in Section 1 ot this ordinance. If the expansion property includes frontage on any road or street, no mobile homes shall be located within 300 feet of the nearest right-of-way line of such road or street (d) The expansion of the Development, increasing the total number ot mobile home sites Io a number not to exceed 320. shall be considered and. in the discretion of the Township and consistent with this ordinance, approved on its own merits as a planned unit develop ment. or in such other manner or upon such other basis as is provided by the Township Zoning Ordinance in effect at the time of the expansion (However, if at the time the proposed expansion is submitted to the Township lor consideration, the Township Zoning Ordinance has a minimum PUD area requirement that would not be satisfied by the area of the proposed expansion, then the Township will take whatever legal measures are necessary to assure (hat the expansion will not be denied solely on the basis that it does not comply with the minimum PUD area requirement then specified in the Zoning Ordinance.) (e) Applicants and the Township shall execute and record convenants which shall prohibit applicant, any party related to applicant, or any successor in interest from expanding the existing mobile home park, or cooperating with any expansion, except as provided in this ordinance (f) The Township may not be required to entertain any proposal to grant approval for an expansion ot this mobile home part other than as provided in this section There shall be no right ol appeal to any court for the Townships refusal to allow an extension of this mobile home park other than as provided in this section (6) Mobile Home Sites: Access to Development; Amenities (a) The boundaries ot the Development and all of the mobile home sites therein shall be as shown in the Development Ptan ("the Ptan'T Access to the Development shall be from 76th Street as shown in the Plan The Development has a gross area of 70 acres, of which 16 acres shall be allocated to buffer zones, stormwater detention, the site ot the community building, open space tor recreational purposes, the waler wen sue. and area tor recreational vehicle storage The gross site density shall not exceed 3 64 mobile home sites per acre (b) There shall be a total ol not more than 255 mobile home sites m the development. ol which not more than 80 shall be singlewide mobile home sites (C)The site* tor single wide mobile homes and double wxJe mobile homes shall con-ply with th* site plans for typical mobile home sues. submitted with the application Each mobile home shall be set back at least 23 leet from the nearest edge of the street The rear yard of a double wide mobile home sale shall be at least 22 leet in depm as measured from the centertine ot the utility easement at the toat ot the site S*de yards tor motxie homes shall be at least 10 teet wide each and s*de yards tor attached or detached ac­ cessory buildings shall be at least 5 teet wide each (d) On each mobile home site (tor convenience referred to herem as “site"). there shtfi be concrete parting area of sufficient size for two automobiles it the concrete parting space is not contiguous with the mobile home slab, a concrete stdewarx at least three teet wide shall be constructed between the parting area and the mobile home Some of the mobile home sites may have concrete patios A single wide site shaM be not less than 5.500 square feet, a double wide sue shall be not less than 6.375 square teet as measured m both cases from the nearest edge of the street at the front of the site and the centertme of the utility easement at me rear ot the site (e) The storage of any household or personal Hems outside ot the mobile home or beneath the mobile home is prohibited One garage or storage bm4dmg containing not more than 576 square teet may be constructed on each lot Such garage or storage buddmg must be constructed ol wood (but may not be of exposed ch.pboartf) and shatl have a latch­ ed roof The color and siding of the accessory buddmg shaM match or aftractnety ac­ cent the mobile home and must be kept «n good repair The accessory budthng shaM comply with aH Township bunding codes tor sucn buddings (g) Double wide mobile homes «nM be installed and mamtwnwti on aR ot the tots on ww perimeter of the Development, except Lot 99 of Phase t and Lots 12 and t3 of Phase III. as shown on the November 12. 1993 sue plan of the Devetopmem an mobile homes installed on the penmeter lots will be mstaned parallel to the street MotMe homes on Lots *044 on Pinto Drive and on Lots 106-t 12 on Arao»an Lane shall have connected garages (h) Each pad shall be equipped with a mobile home anchoring system comp»»«ng mtn the rules ol the Mobile Home Commission Skirting snail be msURed m accordance with the rules of the Mobile Home Commrsson (i) Extenor television antennas shall not be permitted on individual mobile homes or mobile home lots (7) Landscaping. (a) Each mobile home site shall have at least one tree of a diameter of not less than 1 inches (b) Two 300foot tong berms shall be constructed northerly of 76th Street, parallel to Pinto Drive and Arabian can*, as shown on tn* Plan (c) Alt exposed ground surfaces must be sodded, seeded, covered with ornamental stone or wood Chips or other attractive ground cover (d) The preservation ot trees and construction of landscape improvements shall be as shown on me landscape plan received November 12. 1993 (e) Existing trees with trunks greater than two inches »n diameter located in the buffer area shall be preserved, except for dead or dying trees (8) Streets and Driveways (a) The streets in the Development shall be private streets t«d out. constructed, and main tamed in compliance with this ordinance and the provisions ot the Plan (b) Streets shall be concrete or asphalt, having a width ot at least 24 teet and shall have the various other features shown on the typical street section attached to the application (c) Alt motor vehicle parking areas and driveways on the mobile home sites shall be con­ crete or asphalt (d) The street shall be sufficiently maintained, repaired, and improved so as to provide safe and ready access for emergency vehicles and other vehicles tn ail weather conditions (e) Sidewalks shall be provided on both sides ot the following streets Pinto Drive. Arabian Lane. Curry Street (from Pinto Drive to Horseshoe Circle). Horseshoe Circle. Bridie Trail and Equme Lane Such sidewalks shall be ot concrete and at least lour inches in thickness. (f) No fence, structure, or planting over 30 inches in height shall be located on any corner tot within a triangle bounded on two sides by the edges of the adjacent internal roads and on a third side by a line drawn connecting the first two sides not less than 40 teet from the intersection of said interior street edges (9) Sanitary Sewer Service and Water Supply (a) The Development shall be served by private water wells and by a public sanitary sewer system. The water wells and water supply system shall be subtect Io the approval of the Michigan Department of Public Health The public sewer system shall be subject to the approval ol the Township's consulting engineers and shall comply with ail ap­ plicable state requirements, if any, and with the requirements of local agencies H any. having jurisdiction. All aspects ol the connection of the sewer system to the Township of Caledonia sewer system shall comply with all applicable Township ordinances The wafer supply system and the sanitary sewer system within th* Development shall be owned by the Developer or its successors and assigns, and the maintenance, repair and improvement of such systems shall be at the cost and expense of the Developer or its successors and assigns (b) The water supply system and the sanitary sewer system shall also be subject to the approval of ail stale and county agencies having jurisdiction. AM permits lor such systems required by law shatl be obtained and proof thereof shall be submitted Io the Township office. (c) Water distribution mains and sanitary sewer mains shall be located as shown on the construction plans submitted by the Developer (d) The water and sanitary sewer collection and distribution system shall be operated and maintained by Developer or its successor (10) Surface Water Drainage (a) The drainage ot surface waters shall be accomplished by storm sewers, designated drainage areas, culverts where appropriate, and other means, as Indicated in the con si rue I ion plans submitted by the Developer All arrangements for surface water drainage shall be subject Io the approval of the Township's consulting engineers Where required by law, such arrangements shall also be subject to the approval ol the Kent County Drain Commissioner (b) There shall be a stormwater detention area as shown on the Plan The area (hereof and other drainage features shall be as indicated on plans Io be submitetd by the Developer and subject Io approval of the Township's consulting engineers (c) The use of the surface water drainage system in the Development and the discharge of waters from the stormwater detention area and other elements of the surface waler drainage system shall be installed and accomplished so as Io have no significant adverse effect upon adjacent or nearby lands or surface waters by reason ol erosion, pollution, or otherwise. (11) Utilities. Natural gas service, electrical service, and telephone and cable television ser vice to the Development shall be by means of underground facilities. (12) Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control. In the construction and use of the Development, the applicant shall comply in all respects with any required soil erosion and sedimentation con trot permit required by law A copy thereof shall be submitted to the Township office (13) Community Building. There will be a community building for the use ol the resident* of the Development and their guests and invitees. The building will be one story in height and shall be located as shown on the Plan The building will be apporximatety 1,500 square leal in area and will be constructed at (he site (14) Other Amenities. In addition to amenities referred to elsewhere in this ordinance, the Development will have the ponds along the north line of 76th Street as shown on the Plan, together with related features including a gazebo The parking area serving the community building will be located as shown on the Plan There will be a mail pickup station located along the east line of Pinto Drive, north of its intersection with 76th Street, as shown on the Plan (15) Garbage and Refuse Disposal. Garbage and refuse disposal will be accomplished by private contract in compliance with ail township requirements All trash, garbage and retuse sha!' be kept in an enclosed area or manner so as not Io attract flies or have other undesirable effects, and for removal purposes shall be deposited only in the enclosed retuse collection station near the front of the Development in the vicinity ot Pinto Drive and the community building, as shown on the Plan, or private pick up shall be arranged (16) Signs. One sign identifying the mobile home park may be installed at each of the two entrances to the mobile home park Each sign shatl be mounted on a decorative wall as shown on the sign drawing submitted to the Township and located as shown on the Plan The sign* may be illuminated by non-blinking lights which shall be no brighter than necessary to make the signs visible at night. (17) Outdoor Lighting. Street lights shall be constructed a* shown on the Plan (18) Other Matters. (a) The design, layout and construction of the Development shall be reviewed as to mat ter* of public safety and emergency access by the Township Fire Chief and tn the discre­ tion of the Fire Chief approved, or in the absence of such approval such aspect* of the Development shall be appropriately modified so as to be satisfactory to the Fire Chief tor public safety and emergency access purposes (b) Any restrictive covenants or building restrictions to be prepared and recorded by the applicant shall first be submitted to the Planning Commission or tn* Township Attorney for their review and approval as to compliance with this Ordinance Such restrictions or covenants shall be approved it they comply with this Ordinance and ail other applicable Township Ordinances (c) The applicant shaft submit to the Planning Commission true copies of ail licenses and permits obtained for or m connection with the Development, from state and county agen cies and from all other governmental units, other than the Township, having jurisdK bon with regard to any aspect of the Development (djThis approval ot the Development is nevertheless subject to the submission of defatt­ ed 1mal engineering plans tor review and comment by the Townships engineer* Section 3. The Township Board hereby determines that the Plan complies with the provision* of the Township Zoning Ordinance and promote* it* intent and purposes the Town*hip Board further finds that the Development, upon construction and use in full compliance with an of the terms and provision* ut this Ordinance and the Township Zoning Ordinance, will be com patibie with adjacent use* ot lands, the natural environment and me capacities ot public ser vices and facilities affected by the Development The Township Board further determines that the Development will be consistent with the public health, safety and general welfare The con ditions set forth herem with regard to the Development are determined to be those conditions «h>ch are necessary to insure that public services and facilities affected by the Development will be capable of accommodating increased public service demand* caused by the Develop­ ment. to protect the natural environment and io conserve natural resources and energy, to in­ sure compMrtNlily with adjacent land uses and to promote me use ol land in a socially and economically desirable manner Section 4. The Township may enforce me provision* of this Ordinance and applicable provi­ sions Ol the Townsnip Zoning onhnanca fmctodmg Section 23.5 thereof). Building Code and other ordinances, laws and regulations to me extent and m any manner provided by taw Section 5 The iwne limn anon* on the construction ot the Development snail be as stated in Section 15 8 ot me Township Zoning Ordinance Section 6 This ordinance shall become ettective upon its publication or upon publication ot a summary of its provisions tn a local newspaper ot general circulation �Page 14 / The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I January 25. 1994 Caledonia Scots down Broncos 71-69 in O-K Gold cage action Pat Siegeman pumped in 27 points and Brian Rea added 11 to lift the Caledonia varsity basketball team over Coopersville, 71-69. Friday night. The win gives Caledonia a 3-3 record in the O-K Gold and drops Coopersville to 0-6 The Scots are 4-5 overall. The only time in the game in which the Broncos led. was when they scored the first basket of the game. From then on. the Scots controlled the matchup. The Scots opened a fivepoint first period lead and widened it to six by the halftime break Coach I^arry Rea said the easy baskets m the first half were a cause for problems in the second half. "We played and shot well in the first half and the baskets came easy." be said. "In the second half, they TK 8th graders split with Caledonia The Middleville eighth grade basketball team lost its first game of the year to Caledonia 37-35 The first quarter ended tied 12-12. By half time the Trojans had taken a slim two point lead 23-21 The Trojan down fall was the third quarter They went cold and could not get a basket to fall as numerous shots went in and out The Trojans were able to score only two points in the third quarter T.K made a comeback in the fourth quarter, but fell short by two points as time ran out Scoring for T.K. were Nate Pranger with 11 points. Luke Weatherhead 10. Richie Frazer six. Naic Schmitz six and Doug Bierens two The B team defeated Caledonia 34-22 to improve its record to 3-0 The Trojans started slow but continued to improve each quarter to post the win Scoring for T.K. were Shawn Heise with nine points. Chad Schondelmayer six. Da­ mion Bieber five. Aaron Wiese five. Coney Schut five and Brad Blashkiw four. TK frosh eagers down Cal. Christian The T.K freshman basket ball team improved its record to 3-2 last week by defeating Calvin Christian 65-42 The Trojans started out slow, but then picked up the pace and played a good defen­ sive game The Trojans were led by Keith Nelson with 23 points and nine rebounds, followed by Jeremy Shnver with 14 points, Tom Featherly seven points. Dave Liu five points and six steals, and An­ dy Finkbeiner with five points and eight rebounds “Good Deals” Price Busters! (Coopersville) upped tbeir defensive intensity and made it more difficult for us." Several times the Broncos would bring themselves to within a basket of the lead, but the Scots would scramble to widen the gap again The final score was not as close as it seems, as the Broncos scored a long three-pointer at the buzzer to come within two at the end. The teams came out nearly even on the boards, with the Fighting Scots bringing down 27 and the Broncos 26. At the free throw line. Caledonia hit 15 of 18 for 83 percent and Coopersville hit 70 percent, making 17 of 24 tries. "They are the best 1-8 team we ll play" said coach Rea. "They are a good team which has lost some close games." The win on the road was the first away from home for the Scots team this year. leading rebounder for the Scots was Stegeman with 10. Rea and Craig Kowalczyk each had five rebounds and Rea added four assists and four steals to his stats. Rea foresees two tough games this week for the Scots, as they play at Allendale, "a real physical team." tonight (Jan. 25) and at home against Hudsonville, "always a strong team." on Friday. Ik said the Scots will have to play their best games to score victories against these two opponents. "1 think we re better than we realize." he said. John Deere Day Saturday, Feb. 12 Expo Center Barry County Fairgrounds Starting Fluid Lynch Pins TK eagers shock fans again, down Godwin by 1, 60-59 For the umpteenth lime this season, the Middleville varsity basketball team has left its fans in a state of shock by squeezing a victory out of the gaping jaws of defeat in the final seconds of the game. This time the amazing vic­ tory was over Godwin. 60-59. The Trojans, now 2-1 in the O-K Blue Conference and 6-2 overall, gave the fans a scare by playing "poorly at defense in the first quarter," said coach Kurt Holzhueter. "We picked up where we left off against Calvin last week." Middleville had lost to state-ranked Calvin Christian 73-55 the previous Friday. Godwin scratched out a 2116 first quarter lead and in­ creased it to six points by the half. During the break, Holzhueter reminded the de­ fense of its responsibility at that end of the floor. The de­ fense then stiffened and held the Wolverines scoreless through the first seven min­ utes of the third quarter. The defense included Andy Brewer, who amassed 10 steals, the most his coach has heard of in his years of coach­ ing. However, to keep things in­ teresting. the Wolverines scored the last five points of the third period. As the game clock wound down, and the game was tied at 56. Brewer stole the ball, this time on an in-bounds pass, for the 10th lime in the game, and rushed it down the court for an easy layup. The ball went back to Godwin but Middleville took possession of a rebound on a missed basket. Jeremy Anderson was fouled and made two free throws to up the score 60-56. Alas, the game was still afoot. The Wolverines took the ball the length of the floor in the final seconds and put up a three pointer, looking to get the foul as well, or maybe thinking they could steal the in-bounds pass and get the game-winning score. The three pointer swished — foulless. Time ran out and the Middleville fans sighed in relief. Holzhueter said Brewer played a phenomenal allaround game "which he has done for us on a number of Polar* frail off and rune lbs . and the occasions." Brewer scored 22 points, had five assists and seven rebounds to go with his steals. The coach said Steve Converse, the 6-6 center for the Trojans, ignited the team to start the third quarter with two of his 14 points. Also getting acknowledg­ ment from Holzhueter for do­ ing a good job in (lie wing slot was Brian Brewer. This Brewer scored 10 points. Anderson, who had the game-winning free throws, also was the leading re­ bounder in the game with eight. Overall, the Trojans beat the Wolverines on the boards 35-22. The Trojans next travel to Maple Valley tonight. TK 7th grade cage action The T.K seventh grade made 10 of 12 frecthrows as they out scored Caledonia 14-4 in the fourth quarter to win the game 42-31 Andrew Hillman led the team in scor­ ing with 11 points Nick Den­ nison had 10. Steve Shear eight. Dan Finkbeiner four, Chris Dennison four, and Garrett Weatherhead four di u> operate. And it gc PoUn ATV s ma one under Ik. and Pu Call us for Your PARTS and SERVICE NEEDS - i-MO-POLARIS ATV< to operate. For sour safer srunr tiding, and afwavs « ckxhinj We ship UPS Daily. THORNAPPLE VALLEY South M-37 — Hastings Andy Brewer hocks the ball 10 times It Won’t Quit Until ¥ju Da These special* in effect tbro«iSk> Jan. 31.1994 EQUIPMENT. INC. Caledonia's Brian Rea (12) splits the Bronco defense to bring the ball upcourt during last week's conference game at Coopersville. The Scots held on to win 71-69. . 945-9526 - 852-9377 610 S. Wellman Rd. Nashville. Ml Bob's Service Shop �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I January 25. 1994 / Page 15 Scot wrestlers 3-1 in day of duals meets in Muskegon, Saturday The Caledonia varsity wrestling team won three of four dual meets at Muskegon Reeths-Puffer High School. Saturday. The Scots defeated RecthsPuffer 45-27, Detroit Redford Union 51-18 and East Kentwood 55-18 The team lost to Coloma 32-31 for the team championship. The Scots also gave up a forfeit in the 125-pound weight class to each of the sctxx>ls Jason Bush (189 Its.) and Danny Simmons (HWT) each scored 30 team points on the day with 5-0 records Ryan Sinclair (171) was 41 and scored 24 points, Jason Haywood (140) went 4-1 and scored 21 team points and Brian Hanna (160) was 4-1 and scored 18 team points Hanna also tied the school record with a six-second pin of his Muskegon ReethsPuffer opponent. Chad Mescar (145) was 31 and scored 18 team points. Josh Haywood (135) was 3-2 for 15 team points. Mike Draft (112) was 3-2 for 15 team points and Jamie Trudeau (119) was 3-2 for 12 team points Adam Wiltzer (130) scored six team points with one vic­ tory and Keith Smith scored four team points with a vic­ tory Overall, the Scots first team won 39 matches and lost 21. For Team Two. the team which went to Rockford. Chris Love (152) finished third and Matt Humphrey (112) finished fourth. Caledonia will wrestle at Forest Hills Northern Thursday, and will send host the Caledonia Invitational Saturday Jamie Treudeau (103) works on gaining the upperhand in a match over Jeff Swendrowski of Rockford during the Delton Invitational (Photo by Laura Love) Ryan Sinclair (171) shifts Ns body weight to notch a near fall and a 13-0 victory against John PeH of Rockford during the Delton Invitational Caledonia's Chris Love (172) works at flipping his opponent on Ns back In victory over Clint Irwin of Three Rivers during the Delton Invitational. a 7-4 Middleville matmen win Ithaca tournament The Middleville varsity wrestling team scored more points than 17 other schools al the Ithaca Wrestling Invitational. Saturday to take home the team championship trophy. The team scored 204 points, followed by St. Ixxiis with 154, Au Claire with 127 and Carson City-Crystal with 123 1/2. Three Trojans were able to rack up first place finishes in the tournament Kiley Webster (112 lbs.) pinned his opponent from Hemlock in the first round in 1:53. and pinned the wrestler from St. IxMiis in 1:40. In the semifinals he defeated Michigan I^itheran Seminary 7-2 and won 5-4 over St. Johns 5-4 in the finals. Jody Blain (HWT) had a first round bye, in the second he pinned Michigan Lutheran in 3:30, in the semifinals he had a fall over Grayling in 3:49 and in the finals he defeated Au Claire 9-8. Ryan Winchell (130) also had a first round bye. In the second round he won by a fall in 1:40 over Breckenridge, in the semis he won by a pin in 1:10 over Carson City and in the finals he had a 59 second pin over St. Louis. Ty Middleton was the only TK grappler to place second COUPON Back Yard Mix BIRD FEED 10% OFF WITH COUPON Coupon good thru Saturday, Feb. 5,1994 Caledonia Farmers Elevator 136 E. Main Street — Caledonia 891-8108 L▼ Open 6 Days a Week COUPON ▼ at the invitational. He pinned his first-round opponent from Roscommon in 17 seconds. In the second round he defeated Stockbridge by a pin in 3:08 and in the semifinals pinned Grayling in 1:05. He lost in the finals to Breckenridge. Placing third for the Trojans were: Chad Foster (145). who had a pin over Michigan Lutheran in 1:04 and Carson City in 1:28 before losing to Ithaca. He came back in the consolation round to pin Hemlock in 1:44 and won tn overtime against Burton Bendle 5-3; and Joel Appel (189). who had a firstround pin over Grayling in 21 seconds and a secondround pin over Sl Johns in 24 seconds. He lost in overtime, 8-6. to St. Louis but came back in the consolation round to beat Roscommon 14-7 and Michigan Lutheran Terry Trudell (125) placed fourth with a pin over St. Charles in 1:22 and. in the consolation round, pins over Stockbndge and Au Claire. He lost in the consolation bracket finals to Canon City: Luke Middleton (135) de­ feated Carson City 6-4 and Michigan Lutheran 9-8 be­ fore losing to Au Claire. In the consolation bracket he \ free ruri<»*it\ hamore rffirary in Irartiin# than a fright­ ful t-ufurrrnir nl. —>1. Kugu-tin*- defeated St. Johns 11-4 and lost in the finals to St. Johns for a fourth place finish. Steve Lehman (160), on his way to a fourth, had a first round bye and in the second pinned his Grayling opponent. He then lost to St. Louis 4-2 and in the conso­ lation bracket had a pin over Hemlock in 4:49 and lost to Grayling in the finals. Steve Austin (140) placed fifth with a pin over Carson City in 1:51, St. Louis in 3:44 and St. Louis in 4:13. Marty Bender finished sixth. He had pins over Carson City in 3:47 and Grayling in 1:42. The abilities to taste sweet foods and hear high-pitched sounds diminish with age. 8 SORE FEET / ANKLES? | Assignment Accepted! S Medicare, B.C.B.S , PPO, HMO Diabetics • Adult & Children Foot Problems uE. J Hi • 612 Main Street in Caledonia Call...891-9133 MEMBER OF IAAM NSPA • INDIVIDUALS • CORPORATIONS • PARTNERSHIPS • FARMS • BUSINESS • ACCOUNTING • PAYROLLS • ELECTRONIC FILING (Federal & State) Financial Planning Centre This year we have been accepted to participate in the federal as well as the ’State of Michigan Electronic Filing. No extra charge when we are the preparer. ____ - hours HASTINGS CFFiCC SOS w APPLf 945-5429 X- I;; KENT PODIATRY 1" w Terrence J. Emiley, D.P.M. Mon Fn 9 am to 6 p m Sat 9 a m to 1 pm Sun Closed wo MlDOL£VILL£ OFFlCt 1f1 brqaoway 795-3387 ‘State of M»cn.gan is limited to refunds only and form 1040 and CR s ‘This is a Pilot Program for 1993 returns ;£j �Page 16 / The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I January 25. 1994 For Sale Automotive Call for Classifieds... PLACE YOUP ADVERTISING MESSAGE HERE • 795-3345 Rates: 5 words for $2.75 then IO* per word. If you pay in advance, you save 50* billing charge. Deadline is Friday at 4:00 p.m. i Business Services CHIMNEY SWEEPING and masonary repairs, 8910366. COOK’S CARPET CLEAN­ ING, Is offering a winter Valen­ tine’s SPECIAL for the next 4 weeks until Valentine’s Day. Clean your honey’s carpet AND, OR your upholstery and receive our high qual/Y SOIL and STAIN PROTECTOR as OCR GUT to you. Hurry, only actual cleaning for the next 4 weeks. BIG SAVINGS’! Call 616 795 9337._________ GYMNASTICS IN MOTION offering pre-school through advanced classes, all ages. Also boys and girls USGF competi­ tion teams. For information call Cathy 795-7620.____________ HOMEOWNERS* CASH FAST! •Home and income propcrty’Dcbt consolidation ♦Turned down? problem credit? We can he Ip! •Fast, easy - Call 24 hours. AAA Mortgage & Finance Corp. l-«OO-968-2221 Free consultation.___________ INCOME TAX PREPARA­ TION in my home. Call 795-3930 for more information. PAINTING, WALLPAPER ING, Suppling, cleaning. 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Less special rebate offer thru March. Call John at 339-1105 or 669-5147,__________________ HASTINGS BANNER subscriptions. Phone 945-9554. FARO'S ITALIAN \ - -j Middleville's Finest pJTFv 117 West Main, Middleville W? Ph. 795-7911 4^OPEN 7 NIGHTS Sun.-Thurs. 3:30 to 10:30 p.m. Frl. & Sat. 3:30 to 12:30 a.m. NEW SUB: Turkey and Bacon - Try It! TWO PIZZAS for ONE SPECIAL PRICE! Save up to 70*. On second Pizza MO COUPONS • MO FREE POP MO FREE DMLIVMR' Good Only Sunday Thru Thursday (NOT VALID Fnday and Salurday) Specials not valid with any other offers or Free Delivery coupon FARO'S ITALIAN PIZZA middle. . .e «2_OO OFF ANT M-, !• Of ir I ir pizia NOT VALID WITH ANY OTHER SPECIAL CALEDONIA 9809 E. Paris, 2 bedroom on large lot $525 per month. References and deposit Available early February. 891-8375. ‘Siberian Express’ sends local temperatures to record lows! The all-time low is -24 degrees, set in 1899 The ‘Siberian Express'' frigid blast Jan 19 did establish a new low temperature tor that date, said Jack Cooley. meteorologist for the National Weather Ser­ vice at the airport. The -15 degrees recorded on Tuesday. Jan 16, also set a Jobs Wanted new record low for that date CHILD CARE LI 4 Weather conditions began FHO8O1021. All shifts even­ to deteriorate Sunday. Jan ings & weekends available. 16. and Cooley said the cold Drop offs welcome Ask for wave that swept in from nor­ Vicky at 891-1066._________ thern Canada stayed an unusually long period, plung Miscellaneous mg temperatures and wind CLASSIFIED AD RATES chill factors to dangerous lows REMINDER: $4 40 for 1st 5 throughout the Midwest. words; 12< each word thereafter. Though the Weather Ser­ MAPLE VALLEY: $2.20 for 1st 5 words; 10« each word vice does not keep records on wind chills, local thereafter. SUN & NEWS: $2.75 for 1st 5 meteorologists were warning words; lOt each word thereafter. residents of wind chills of -30 LAKEWOOD NEWS: $2.75 degrees and lower. “Whenever wind chills dip for 1st 5 words; 10c each word below -20 degrees, we do thereafter. BANNER: $2.00 for 1st 5 issue a warning, because words; 1(X each word thereafter. frostbite and hypothermia can WEEKENDER: $2.50 for 1st 5 set in so quickly in those con­ words; 10? each word thereafter. ditions.'* Cooley said. •50c bookkeeping charge for About seven inches of snow want ads not paid within 7 davs. fell in the Grand Rapids area PLACE A CLASSIFIED between Monday. Jan 17, ANYTIME, 24 HOURS A and Wednesday. Jan. 19. DAY, 7 DAYS A WEEK BY though communities along the CALLING 948-4450. Lake Michigan shore received (TOUCH TONE PHONES much more, with white -out ONLY)____________________ conditions closing many YOU WANT QUALITY at roads. affordable prices when you buy The extreme cold prevented printing. Call J-Ad Graphics for salt from melting the ice on everything from business cards the roads, and in some areas, and brochures to newspapers driving was very hazardous and catalogs. Ph. 945-9554 or Roads that kuikcd dry actually stop in at 1952 N. Broadway, were glazed by the Hastings. The minus 22 degrees temperature recorded early Wednesday. Jan 19. at the Kent County International Airport nearly shattered the all-time record low in the area on any date since records have been kept, said the National Weather Service For Sale Rets FOR SALE: Sturdy, comfort­ able western saddle. Would be a great 4-H show and or trail saddle, 15” suede scat and tooled leather. Asking $200. 795-3981. SHIH-TZU FREE TO GOOD HOME, very affectionate, likes someone home with her. 891-1600. PLACE A CLASSIFIED AD in this paper 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by calling 948-4450 using a touch tone phone. GET MORE NEWS! Subscribe today to the Hastings Banner. Only $13 per year in Barry County. Ph. 945-9554. Help Wanted FACTORY Will train if have production experience to do assembly, plastic injection, trim press/spot weld, and others. Many job sites by Kent County Airport and Southeast Grand Rapids. Most jobs require over­ time and have hire potential. Apply 8-1 lam or 1-3:30pm with 2 pieces of ID. People mark Inc. 507 36th SL SE, Grand Rapids (between Eastern and Division). (616) 245-6161. Equal Oppor­ tunity Employer. Real Estate 4 BEDROOM RANCH with double lot, on Cobb Lake channel. Call Karen, 795-9331/2300266 pager. Comerstone Really. WANTED: 2-10 acre parcel, walkout sight, Caledonia School District. Call after 4:00p m. 891-9521. Wanted STEINWAY GRAND PIANO WANTED: (only). Any age, any condition. Will pay cash and pickup. Call anytime 1-800-358-5307.____________ WANTED: 50 PEOPLE W HO WANT TO LOSE 5-150 pounds. All natural, affordable, products arc guaranteed. 1-80D669-3153, or 629-9352. 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Rich Overmire, the district's director of aux­ iliary services, took out one of the school buses to test the roads The bus ran just fine. Over mire said, but the air was so cold, the bus heater could not adequately warm the interior of the bus. "He reported that there was no way the kids would stay warm enough during their ride to school." Myers said The cold wave’s icy grip finally began to hxiscn Thurs day as temperatures climbed above the zero degree mark Cooley sax! Thursday that the six- to ten-day outlook was for temperatures and precipitation to average slight ly above normal “The normal high is about 32 degrees, so we re looking for temperatures to gradually move up to the mid thirties." he said "Snow flurries arc possible each day. but they also are normal around this area at this time of year," he said Faro's alian Pizza Jaledonia’s Finest. 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S CW ' H*STtflGS M. and Neu) Koe'"”> HI. <p#5e B Your Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas Middleville Council approves local sewer financing method By Margaret Fowler Staff Writer After several years and the examination of many different options of financing for the new sewer, the Middleville Village Council has approved the purchase of conventional bonds The council had narrowed the possibilities down to using either the conventional bonds or going through Farmers Home Administration. According to Village Manager Eve Manshum, FmHA financing would have required that the village "jump through more hoops’* and even then, financing would not be guaranteed. Conventional 20 year bonds will be obtained through Barry County and will not delay the project any longer Manshum said it is expected that the bonds will carry ah in terest rate of between 5U and 5M percent. Village sewer customers can expect to sec a quarterly H Everything is set to go. Our project plan already has DNR approval. We are hoping to receive some very competitive bids in light of the number of contractors who are looking for projects. ” increase in their bills from an average of $54.25 to $90. A two-mill portion of the 11.71 mills already paid by village residents also will go toward debt retirement The council chose from these two options because the low interest SRF funds were just not available “J feel that the council made a wise decision," said Manshum. “Now. we are finally on our way!" The bonds will be for $2.3 million. Preliminary costs for the project bnng the total to about $2.7 million This is the projected timetable for construction of the Sequential Batch Reactor system for the village. Advertising for construc­ tion bids started today. Those bids will be received until March I The Barry County Board resolution and bond contract is set for March 8. On March 11, the village will file its rating application. The bond sale should take place April 12. with delivery of bonds on May 1. The construction contract will be awarded on May 10 with construction set to begin on May 20. The system must be com­ pleted by June 30. 1995. That is the deadline set by the Department of Natural Resources. “Everything is set to go. Our project plan already has DNR approval." said Man­ shum "We are hoping to receive some very competitive bids in light of the number of contractors who are looking for projects " Local musher and team on demonstration Kettle Lake kids meet a real ‘Siberian Express’ by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Don Busfield's "Siberian Express" is not a weather phenomenon. But like the winter storms that sweep down on Michigan from the Arctic, his team of Siberian Huskies is a product of the frozen habitat of the North. Busfield, a Caledonia resi­ dent, brought his eight Huskies to Kettle Lake Elementary last week to pn> No. 315 / February 1, 1994 Middleville, Michigan 49333 120th Year vide a living, breathing cul­ mination to the third-graders' unit on habitat. "In this unit, one of the habitats we studied was the tundra.” explained third-grade teacher Diane Blaine. "We talked about the kinds of animals that live on the tundra, and then we read an abridged version of The Call of the Wild. The kids really loved the story, and it led us into a discussion of sled dogs.” Blaine said that third-grader Lindsey Wyma knew Busfield from church, and she asked him if he would bring his dogs to school to show the students a real sled dog team. "We. actually worked on this unit in the fall." said Blaine, "but when Don said he would do a demonstration for us, we decided to have him come in when there was some snow on the ground." See Siberian Express. Page 2 Groundhog Day is tomorrow, Feb. 2 With the recent spell of sub-zero temperatures and freezing conditions, most of us probably hope that Mr. Groundhog doesn't see his shadow tomorrow and bring us six more weeks of winter. Feb. 2 is traditionally celebrated as Groundhogs Day. legend has it that the groundhog comes out of hibernation on this day to check on the weather. If it secs its shadow winter will last for six more weeks, but if it doesn't, then spring is sure to come early. European folklore also assigns weather predicting ability to the bear and badger. In northern Europe, Feb. 2 is called Candlemas Day and marks the beginning of spring planting if the weather is right. So stake out the nearest groundhog burrow tomorrow and keep your fingers crossed that he doesn't come out of it wearing sunglasses. Caledonia Twp. Board changes discussion on village vote Feb. 7 J-A d Graphics News Service The Caledonia Township Board will hold a special meeting at 7:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 7, to discuss the pro­ posed dissolution of the Village of Caledonia. The meeting had originally been scheduled for tomorrow evening, Wednesday, Feb. 2. Township Clerk Pat Snyder explained that the date was changed because the board already had scheduled a Joint meeting with the Township Planning Commission Feb. 7. "It makes more sense to hold both meetings on the same night," she said. "We'll save the township some money, and it also means one less night board members have to come out for a meeting." She said the meeting with the Planning Commission will State tax reforms don't apply in ‘93 Local property taxes are due February 14 by Barbara Gall Staff Writer The property tax cut en­ acted by the state legislature last summer does not affect Caledonia residents’ 1993 winter tax bill, which is due Feb. 14. Caledonia Township Treas­ urer Ruth DeVries said there seems to be a misunder­ standing about property tax reform, particularly the legis­ lature's action last summer to eliminate property taxes as the sole source of school operating revenues. She said she is concerned because payments are running behind the usual level, and she fears that some residents may think they don t have to pay the rest of their 1993 taxes "We have had a number of calls from residents who think they do not have to pay this property tax bill because the legislature eliminated prop­ erty taxes last summer,” she said However, that action will apply to 1994 taxes, and has no impact on the collection of the 1993 winter tax bill. "Our residents must re­ member we now are complet­ ing the payment of taxes on the property we owned in 1993." she said." and that payment must be in the township office or in the of­ fice drop box Feb. 14 "Any tax payment which comes after that date is delin­ quent. A Feb. 14 postmark on a late payment is not accept­ able," she emphasized See Texes due. Page 6 begin at 6:30 p.m. and last for about an hour. The special meeting will begin at 7:30 p.m. and officials hope it will be filmed for the local cable channel, Snyder said. No action will be taken at the meeting, however. "We just will be discussing how the township will be af­ fected if the village should be dissolved." she said. "We realized al our board meeting that we needed more information, so we have been getting some facts together to look over that night." Caledonia Village residents will vote March 15 on whether to dissolve their vil­ lage government and merge with the township. If the vole is in favor of dissolution, the township would assume both the assets and the liabilities of the village. Township Board members said at their December meet­ ing that they felt they knew too little about operations of the village, its services and its finances, and agreed to hold a special meeting to go over some of this information. Both Feb. 7 meetings will be held at the Caledonia Village-Township Hall. 250 Maple In This Issue.... • Orphaned fawn ‘endears’ itself to Alto family • Caledonia student ‘scientists’ apply for teaching positions • CHS soccer player finalist for special award • Caledonia eagers fall to Allendale; Middleville takes Maple Valley �Page 2 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / February 1. 1994 SteERfAN EXPRESS cfniinued from front pagefrf^Mkeather Wednesday pfividfcd jnore thari just snow hy?i iwalL Arctic backdrop for the sled team Though the sun was shining, the temperature hovered far below freezing, and a strong wind made the temperature feel like minus 20 degrees. But kids and dogs tend to gravitate towards each other, and the entire school bundled up and braved the tcy winds to watch the eight har­ nessed Huskies streak across the snow, with Busfieid guid­ ing them from the sled. Before going outside to harness bis team, however. Busfield spent more than an hour inside with the three third-grade classes, explaining the actual sport of sled dog racing The students were delighted Kettle Lake students ignored icy winds and freezing temperatures to cheer the dog team as it flew by. Get­ ting to see a real sled dog team in action culminated a third-grade unit on the Northern habitat. A friendly Cody looks out from his dog box. the cozy kennel in which he travels to races. Many Siberian huskies have blue eyes, and it is not uncom­ mon for them to have one blue eye and one brown eye. like Cody does. Busfield's team of Siberian huskies streak across the frozen Kettle Lake playground as part of his presen­ tation to the students on sled dog teams. Busfield poses with two of his athletes, Cody (left) and Red. to hear that breeds ixher than the Nonhem dogs could be trained to pull a sled. Busfield said that there are teams of German shepherds and Rottweilers and that almost any good-sized dog can learn to run in harness. The students later saw a black labrador retriever leading a team in a video Busfield showed them. To the musher, the most important dog on his team is the lead dog, or lead dogs. Busfield told the students. Some racers, he said, use two lead dogs, one which comers well to the right and one which comers well to the left. "Now a lot of sprint teams are going to two lead dogs, but ideally you will have one dog which can take either di­ rection," be said. With the able assistance of his former lead dog. 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Saturday 9 a ~ to 5 30 p m how the dogs are hooked up, emphasizing the care taken by each musher to protect his or her dogs. After showing them the construction of his sled, he then showed them the equipment carried on it, one of the most important items being the "dog bag" in which an injured dog can be placed and carried on the sled to treatment. "A racer is disqualified without a dog bag,” he told the students. He also caught their atten­ tion by telling them that on the trail, one of the biggest dangers to a musher and his team is a moose. He explained that moose like to get on the trails to get out of the deep snow, where they are vulnerable to attack from predators like wolves. Because a team of racing dogs looks like a pack of wolves to the moose, it often will charge the team, using antlers and hooves to gore and kick the dogs. "Many mushers have lost dogs that way," he said, adding that racers are allowed to carry a gun on their sleds and shoot a moose that en­ dangers either the dogs or the driver. The students had a stream of questions for Busfield, ranging from how fast his dog team can travel (20 mph for a short time), bow many races he has won (three, though be said his children have won more) to what be did with Teeka s puppies (they were sold as pets and to other mushers». He also passed around pic­ tures taken at actual races, and showed them a video of teams racing at Fort Custer in Battle Creek. One of the races featured children racing on one-dog sleds in what Busfield described as the kiddie races. But for the Kettle Lake stu­ dents, the most exciting mo­ ment came outside, when the eager dog team sprinted for­ ward, pulling the sled and Bnsfield across the play­ ground to the cheers and squeals of the students. A musher for about seven years. Busfield said that he has always loved Siberian huskies ever since he got one for his birthday in his early teens. After he got married, he and his wife ended up with two Siberians, but he didn't get involved with the sport until curiosity took them to a sled team race. "That was it," he said, he said with a grin. With four children growing up, however, he said he may drop out of racing, at least for a while. "h's not a cheap sport, and. well, with four kids getting older every day, I may just have to cut back on it." But he said racing the dogs down a wtxxled trail is a sport that he has really enjoyed. "You know, when you're harnessing them up, it's a madhouse, all the barking and lunging. But when they're harnessed, it's instant quiet "And when you're racing down the trail, the only sound you hear is the sled, cutting through the snow, and the musher calling directions to the team. "It's a lot of work, training the dogs, but once you’re on the trail, it’s truly a unique ex­ perience." Most national flags use one or more of only seven basic colors—red, while, blue, green, yellow, black and orange __ ZYLSTRA DOOR, INC. “Where the customer comes first" CARAGE DOORS AND OPENERS RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL BINGO AmericNi Legioe Peat ,305 9548 Cherry Valley, Caledonia • THURSDAY • Early Bird - 6:30 p.m. • Sales • Service • Installation Vemoer of the Grand Rapids Homebuilders Association 698-7242 ____________ 3086 92nd SE Caledonia___________ �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / February 1. 1994 I Pane 1 Orphaned fawn ‘endears itself to Alto family hv Barbara Gall Staff Writer Unda and Mike Sinclair for years have provided local deer a winter feeding station on their rural Alto property But until this year, they have watched the deer from a distance. They use a zoom lens to take pictures of their visitors, especially enjoying the sight of new fawns following their mothers to the hay and cracked com the Sinclairs put out for them. Linda also provides a bird feeding station that would earn a gold star from the Audubon Society Despite their familiarity with local wildlife, Mike still was startled last month when be walked into the bedroom and saw a young deer looking through the window at him. "He thought in that first second that it was a dog." re­ called Linda. "Then as soon as he realized it really was a deer, he called me to come Superintendent’s by.. Steve Garrett Superintendent of Thornapple Kellogg Tax reform..a choice! The electorate will decide March 15 which of two proposals will go into effect Io replace revenues lost by a significant reduction in property taxes There will he an election for increasing the sales tax from 4 cents to 6 cents March 15 This is generally referred to as the ballot proposal If the proposal docs not pass, an alternative plan will go into effect, based primarily on increasing the income tax from 4.6 to 6 percent This u generally referred to as the statutory proposal Beyond the difference in the major revenue sources, there are other variations in these two proposals In addition to increasing the sales tax. the ballot proposal raises cigarette taxes by 50 cents per pack, and adds a 16 per cent tax to the wholesale price of other tobacco products A new real estate transfer tax of 2 percent of the sale price would go into effect in 1995. (There is talk that this 2 percent would /be reduced to one percent or less.) Sales tax would be applied to interstate phone calls. The ballot proposal also relies on $100 million to be collected from a new video lottery game The income tax would drop slightly, from 4.6 to 4.4 percent. If the ballot proposal is not passed, then the statutory pro­ posal takes effect. In addition to increasing the income tax. a real estate transfer tax of 1 percent would begin in May 1994. Also, the sales tax would be applied to interestate phone calls. The Single Business Tax rate would increase by 0.4 percent to a total of 2.75 percent The cigarette tax would increase by 15 cents per pack, along with a 16 percent tax on other types of tobacco products While the income lax would be raised, the personal income tax exemption would be increased from $2,100 to $3,000. and for senior citizens from $3,000 to $3,900. Both the ballot proposal and the statutory proposal require the levy of property tax Under the ballot proposal there would be an effective rate of six mills (non-voted) statewide on homesteads and a total of 24 mills on non-homestead, business, industrial, and other com­ mercial property Of that 24 mills. 18 would be local and would be voted on by all voters within the district, six would be statewide and not voted. Up to three additional voted mills would be allowed for enhancement of revenues Intermediate, vocational and special education millages would be restored and capped at their 1993 levels. Millages for bond debt would be the same as now. but with some limitations Annual assess­ ment increases would be limited to 5 percent or inflation, whichever is less, until a property tt sold or transferred Under the statutory proposal (here woukf be a property tax rate of 12 local mills on homesteads and 24 (12 kxal and 12 statewidei nulls on non homestead property The local mills would require a vote, the local school district can ask that the millage be a charter millage, which would then eliminate the need for future millage elections except to attempt to replace millage that might be lost due to the Headice rollback Our district would also be able to ask voters to approve an enhancement millage of no more than 3.5 mills There is no assessment cap under the statutory proposal Under either proposal the school funding distribution plan is the same Whichever way the voters decide on March 15 we will have a change m school finance.* *Informationfor this Superintendent s Corner taken from the Jan 12. 1994. Newsletter of the Legislative Relations Net wwk. Michigan Assocition of School Boards Call for Classifieds Phone 795-3345 and look." Unda said that the young­ ster was alone and it was hurt. "As we tried to get closer, we figured out that it is blind on the left side. One ear won't quite stand up. it has some kind of injury on its head and it limps." She said they believe per­ haps the mother was hit by a car. and that the baby also had been grazed by the vehicle. "In some way or other, it's definitely lost its mom," she said. After looking io the window that day, the fawn brow sed on the bushes around the Sinclairs home, but got frightened when they brought out some corn and set it nearby "It ran off. and we figured we'd never see it again," she said. "Then just a little later, I got this phone call from my brother-in-law next door. He said.'You re not going to be­ lieve what's on my deck! ” That was Jan. 16, and since then, the young whitetail has traveled back and forth be­ tween the two properties, sleeping under bushes and trees near the homes, or even under Terry Sinclair's deck. He or she (gender is yet un­ determined) seems very com­ fortable. Linda said, though the fawn has not touched ei­ ther the corn or hay the Sinclairs have offered "But he chews his cud, so he must be content with the food he’s finding," Linda pointed out. The battered youngster has been nicknamed ’’Scruffy," and his adopted humans tend to speak of "him," even though "he" may well be a "she." "We deliberately have not tried to make friends with him, so he will return to the wild on his own. We think perhaps be came to the feed­ ing station with his mother. Blind on one side ond opparently hurt in some kind of accident, the orphaned 'Scruffy* hos stayed near the Sinclair property since mid-January. The family hopes the fawn will recuperate enough that it can return to the wild. and that's why he's comfort­ able recuperating here. For some reason, he must feel safe." The only human comfort Scruffy has accepted so far is a bed of hay on the Sinclairs’ deck. There, he has curled up on some of the cold nights, and he safely survived the record low temperatures of two weeks ago. Linda said she talked to a wildlife biologist about the fawn. He told her that the fact that he could survive such weather meant he must have some strength and fat, despite the loss of his mother. He encouraged the Sinclairs not to make a pet of him. so he could safely rejoin the other deer if he survives. "He warned us that if there were some internal injuries, the fawn still might not make it," she said. For now, however. Scruffy shows no sign of joining the rest of the deer herd in the area, and he even has tried to make friends with the Sinclairs* dog. "He scared the dog to death,” laughed Unda. The fawn stays away from dogs running loose, however. Although the Sinclairs have tried not to make the fawn into a pet, it is not afraid to come as close as the back slider to the Sinclairs’ home. Linda has taken videos and photos of the young deer ev­ ery day, but said they have no intention of making him de­ pendent on them. "Were just amazed that he has stuck around,** she said. "He must figure he's found a safe place until he feels bet­ ter and can go off. We just want to help him get through the winter and get strong enough to go back to the wild." slowly Don't risk your savings on investments that sound too good to be true. Invest with us for a sound financial future. Qtate QaNKI 8918113 CALWOMA utrrrc* 6986337 AMINGTOR 798*3361 ALEDONIA IfNOER All 3 Locations Open All Day Monday thru Fnday and til Noon on Saturday FDIf �Page 4 I The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / February 1, 1994 . •. Farrell - Page exchange vows Letterheads >RIN Business Cards Envelopes Brochures Wedding Invitations MORE Quality Printing at Affordable Prices! Call 945-9554 Laura Ellen Farrell and Jef­ frey Ward Page were united in numage Dec 18. 1993 at United Christian Parish of Reston. Virginia The bnde is the daughter of John Farrell. M D of Reston and Carol Parrel of Charlotte. N.C. the groom is the son of Ras and Manlvn Page of Middleville Julie Farrell, sister of the bnde. served as maid of honor Kerry Farrel. sister-inlaw of the bnde. Julie Lakner and Jill Jackson served as bodes maids The best nun was Scott Page, brother of the groom. Brun Verimde. Rick Reigler and Randy Stickney served as groomsmen The reception was held at the Hyatt Regency of Reston following the ceremony. After a honeymron cruise to the Cambean the couple Will reside in Buies Creek. North Carolina. or stop by 1952 N. Broadway (M-43) Grrat literature i* dimply language charged with meaning to the ulmoM |hi-~ihle degree. —Ezra Pound LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church — Serving a Living Lord SUNDAY....... 9 45 am. 1100am 4 6 00pm WEDNESDAY.......................... Family Fdlowdup Prayer 4 Bible Study 7 00 p m 7240 68th Street, SE - Caledonia 2 mile* eatf of M-37 Pastor Rev Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor. Darrel L. Schrock Music, Jeffery C. Vander Heide CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH A church with a caring heart for our community and the world Sunday Services...... 9:30 a m. & 6:00 p.m. M-37 at 100th St.. Caledonia, Ml Church Office: (616) 891-1512 Rev. Gerald Van Oyen Al Tiemeyer Community Calling FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville Bruce N. Stewart, Pastor Lee Taylor, Assistant Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer Word of Life Club* 9:45 a.m 11:00 a.m 6:00 p.m 6:45 p.m 6:45 p.m WELCOME TO LAKESIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH CHRISTIAN REFORMED 6201 Whitneyville Avenue Sunday School ........................ 9:30 a.m. Sun. Morning Worship 10:30 a.m. Evening Service...................... 6:00 p.m Rev. Bernard Mulder. Pastor 868-6306 LEIGHTON UNITED METHODIST Game* United Brethren Church Kalamazoo Avenue at 92nd Street Caledonia. Michigan Telephone 696-8252 Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Pastor Mark Beers Pastor Scott Taylor Reaching People With Christ 8:30 am to 9:30 am — First Worship Service 9 30 am to 9:45 am - CoHee Fellowship 9 45 am to 10 45 am - Sunday School 10 45 am to 11 00 am Coffee Fellowship 1100 am to 12 00 Second Worship ServKe Nursery and Childrrns Church will bf provided during both sennets "Set an example in tpaach <n Ma. m low. in tanti and tn purtty" CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Sunday Morning Worship (Interpreted for hearing impaired)................9:30 a m. Sunday School.................................................. 1110a m Sunday Evening Service.................................... 6:30 p m Pioneer Club <K thru 6 Grade* - Wednesday..................... 6:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting - Wednesday........................... 7:00 p.m Youth Fellowship - Sunday..............................5:00 p.m RAY TOWNSEND Pastor TIM DOUBLESTEIN. Youth Director 708 West Main Street Phone 891-9259 YOU ARE INVITED Saturday Evening Mass.......................... 5.00 p m Sunday Mass..................... 9 00am 4 1100am Rev Roger Timmerman. Pastor WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 8546 Whitneyville Ave off 84th St *891-8661 'The Church ahere e^txxh s sornetofr ana jesus Chnsf s LokT Sunoco School......................................... 9 X am Sunday Mommg Worshp....................... 10 X am Suroov Evenrg Worsho.......................... 600 pm Wea Moween *o»er 4 toe Skidy....... 700pm JkOKr ^BKr Steve xxxxr rour>Axxy u>e.xrw fcUcJr Church School.................. 9:30 a.m. Choir Practice ................. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service.............. 10:30 a.m. 250 Vine Street Church Office 891-8669 Parsonage 891-8167 Rev. Bobby Dale Whitlock 8:30 or 11:00,6:00 Children * Church Youth Worship during morning service*, Caraway Si puppet minisin for K 4th during evening service* Sunday School................ 9:45-10:45 Wednesday Night “Family Night” 6:45-8:15 Include* Adventure Ctab. Choir* for Children and Adult*. High School Youth Group and Adult Clauet For information call: 891-8119 St. Paul Lutheran MISSOURI SYNOD (Come join our family ... Cod's family) Kraft Ave. & 84th St., Caledonia, Ml Morning Worship Service............ 10 00 a m Sunday School.............................. 1115 am Evening Worship Service................ 6 00 p m Rev. James Cusack CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST Barner Free • M 37 between Caledonia A Middleville Sunday W orship Services 891 -8028 MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Peace Reformed Church “Goa Cares for You” Cornerstone Wesleyan Church Meeting at the Comer of Wood School Rd. and Wing Rd. Ser.^ces — Sunday Scnoo Morning Worship Evening Worship Pastor Jeffrey Lee ifrOO am ............ HOOajn. 600 p m Phone 795-7076 795-3667 MIDDLEVILLE and PARMELEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES 111 Church Street Sunday Morning Worship 8 30am Sunday School.............................. 945 am Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a m Rev. Robert Gerke 891-8688 Office / 891-8978 Church GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 12200 Chief Nooeday R<ud (at Gun Lake) * ay land Michigan 49 MH • 795-7W» Barrier free / Programs for AU Ages Sunday Wonfap 1000 am Sunday School 11:15 a m. Wednesday "Family Night Parmelee Mommg Worship........... 9 30 a m Mtddie»iiie Sunday School............ 9 45 a m Middleville Worship...................... 11 <O a m Rev. Lynn Wagner — 795-3798 Rev. Carroll Fowler — 765-5316 iJ.W) Church Office Phone — 795-9266 Jhr (Old ®imr JRdliotiisI Clmrth 5590 Whitneyville Ave . S E Alto, Michigan 49302 Sunday School 10 00 am Morning Worship 1100 a m Evening Worship........... 6 00 p m. Wednesday Grayer Meeting Children's Classes 7 00 p.m. Roylc Ballard, Pastor The Reorganized CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST of Latter Day Saints 8146 68<h St near Whitneyville Ave ° 4k , Sunday 10 00 am Morning Worship ... 11 00 a m Evening Worship.........6 00 pm Wed Fellowship.......... 7 30pm on homes or churchy call Pastor Lloyd DeVormer Sr. 897-7407 �The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml / February 1, 1994 I Page 5 ENGAGEMENTS Hughes-Newsome Caseys to observe 50 years In honor of their 50th wedding Anniversary, the children ond grondchildren of Rex ond Veto Cosey request the pleasure of your company ot on open house on Sunday. Feb. 13, ot the Hope Township Holl, 5463 Wall Lake Rd (M-43). from 1 to 4 p.m. Absolutely no gifts, please. We ore looking forward to seeing all our friends, neighbors ond relatives in celebration of this event. Rex and the former Veto I. Rice were married on Feb. 12, 1944. Lifelong residents of rural Hostings, the Caseys reside at 2510 Campground Rd. Fisher-Feldpausch Clark-Talbot Rex and Barbara Fisher of Nashville are pleased to an nounce the engagement of their daughter. Julie Ann. to Adam Joel Feldpausch. son of William and Dianne Feldpausch of Hastings and Mary Feldpausch of Kalamazoo Julie is a 1993 graduate of Maple Valley High School and is currently employed by Classic Realty and In­ vestments Inc. of Hastings. Adam is a 1991 graduate of Comstock High School, has attended Fems State Univer­ sity. and is curmtly attending Kendall College of Art and Design He is employed by Felpausch Food Center and Thayne Advertising Con­ sultants of Battle Creek Adam and Julie are plann­ ing to wed July 23. 1994 Sail} Anna Clark and Mark Ryan Talbot will be joined in marriage on May 14. 1994. at the Caledonia United Methodist Church. The bride-elect, of Alto, is the daughter of David and Loralynne Clark, also of Alto She is a graduate of Caledonia High School and Michigan State University, and is cur­ rently at Grand Valley State University working on her master s degree in physical therapy. The groom-elect, of Grand Rapids, is the son of Frank and Gail Talbot of Arlington Heights. Ill He is also a graduate of Michigan State and is currently working for Energy Group Management in Spring Lake Mr. and Mrs. Leonard L. Hughes Jr. of Nashville pro­ udly announce the engage ment of their daughter Heather A Hughes to Michael S. Newsome, son of Mr. and Mrs. Martin H Newsome of Delton Heather and Michael plan to be married June 18. 1994 in the Kilpatrick United Brethren Church The reception to follow after the wedding at the Moose Lodge Recreation Area. Tern S. Grinage and Gor­ don H Meyennk will unite in marriage on August 20. 1994 The ctHiple s parents are Tom and Kay Gnnage and Doug and Maraltne Meyennk. also of Caledonia Both the bride to-be. of Caledonia and the future groom of Byron Center, are graduates of Caledonia High School Nina million tons of salt are applied to American highways each year for road de-icing PUBLIC NOTICE FosterCamling united ________ AnEnlightening Message You and your neighbors have known Barry County's Largest Appliance Dealer for... ✓ SALES OF ONLY TOP CONSUMER RATED HOME APPLIANCES we immediately stop selling or will not purchase poorly rated appliances and we monitor service bulletins carefully, we sell the best that's currently available Heather Marie Foster and Patrick John Camling were united in marriage on Sept. 25. 1993 at the Holy Family Catholic Church in Caledonia The parents of the bride and groom are Brian and Gail Foster of Wyoming and John and Pat Camling of Wayland Matron of honor was Amy Timmer Bridesmaids were Kim Smith. 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S SO- PO0S^ 795-8950 �Page 6 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I February 1, 1994 prom Our Readers IAT courses may be crucial to U.S. economic strength More than 80 percent of students graduating from high school either cannot pursue or do hot aspire toward a bachelor's degree The prospects for rewar­ ding, long-term employment, however, are becoming in­ creasingly bleak for high school students who do not achieve at least some sort of advanced education Conse­ quently. a large proport ion of high school graduates spend many of their years drifting between low-paying jobs, often without benefits More ver. they cannot meet today's work place re­ quirements. much less those anticipated in the next cen­ tury. according to a recent U.S. Department of Labor report Consensus is growing that America's economic future and competitiveness in the global marketplace will de­ pend on having a more pro­ ductive. highly skilled work force, according to the report Clifford Jump, director of Michigan State University's Institute of Agricultural Technology (IAT), believes part of the solution to the growing problem lies between the high school diploma and the bachelor's degree He thinks that a practical, nationwide hands-on educa­ tion program similar to MSU's two-year certificate program would have a broad appeal to high school students who may not want to become white collar workers MSU's 10 IAT senes used to be called short courses They originated at MSL' in January of 1894. and they have proved to be a popular middle ground between high school and a four-year degree. Ninety-five percent of last year's IAT graduates were immediately employed in their field of study Historically, two-thirds of the students have returned to their communities, and 90 percent have stayed in Michigan On average, only 9 percent of the IAT graduates go on to baccalaureate studies Jump says that 's because most of the students are interested in hands-on employment MSU is observing the 100th anniversary of IAT/short course education Part of that observance will be to focus on the opportunity that technical education programs provide students and the need for that level of education tn the future On March 7. Michigan high MfiK€ UF€ l€SS TAXING Tox Management and More Inc. mill prepare your return correctly and at o good price! Steva Rntccki, M.S.A. • 891-9401 I MAKC HOUSC CAILS Triple Check Tax Service We are set up to handle ALL INCOME TAX needs. We are able to do your personal, small business, Partnership or Corporation returns. We offer a complete accounting service, with 20 years of experience. Other services include: • Business Plans • UPS (not a UPS agent; • Educational Resources Service - College Money Guaranteed OPEN Mon.-Fri. 9-5; Sat. 9-2 or evenings by appointment Member WM Ow<ry Valley -37) Ml <9316 QQ1 X school student* *ill have the opportunity to visit MSU and learn about career oppor­ tunities that follow LAT pro­ grams The free program will include tours of the campus, visits with faculty members and explanation of IAT courses. IAT alumni and supporters will formally mark the an­ niversary March 12 from 9 am. to 4 pm at the Kellogg Center That day’s activity will include a luncheon and a special program on the current value of an lAT-type education Some of the discussion dur­ ing the anniversary celebra­ tion is expected to focus on the potential for education below the baccalaureate level that w ill meet the needs of the work force in the year 2000 and beyond. Jump says. “We need to think about and plan for the new educa­ tional opportunities that lie ahead and. more importantly , the partnership with business and industry that need to be developed so that graduates of technical programs will be employable. " Jump says. Jump believes that there may never be a time when it will be necessary for all high school graduates to receive bachelor's degrees. Statistics and projects indicate that only one-third of the jobs by the turn of the century will re­ quire a baccalaureate degree. “One of the things that we are finding out about graduates of our technical programs is that not only are they getting good jobs, but many of them are becoming leaders within their com­ munities and within their field of education, such as statewide commodity groups and business associations," Jump says. “That may be one of our missions: to provide an oppor­ tunity for individuals to come to an institution like this and acquire the hands-on manage­ ment and production skills necessary for the well-being See Economic strength, P. 13 TAXES DUE, <4 1 886 • INDIVIDUALS • CORPORATIONS • PARTNERSHIPS • FARMS • BUSINESS • ACCOUNTING • PAYROLLS • ELECTRONIC FILING (Federal & State) Financial Ptanr^g Centre This year we have been accepted to participate in the federal as well as the "State of Michigan Electronic Filing. No extra charge when we are the preparer. - hours - HASTINGS OFFICE 508 w. apple Mon -Fn 9 am to 6 prn Sat 9 am to 1 p m Sun Ciosec teiOO<£VtLL£ OFFICE m BROADWAY 945-5429 (6,61^^„0 795-3387 'State ot Michigan is limited to refunds on.y ana Urm 1040 and CR s 'This is a Pilot Program for 1993 returns Dear editor: The well written letter from Donna M. Winters last week did not advise Sun and News readers of “the rest of the story." Here is "the sequel” to her arguments As discovered and reported first by Consolidate Caledonia last summer, there is a net reduction in Federal HUD CDF funds of $12,000 if the two units of government are merged The point though is that Village taxpayers have to pay $169,000 in property taxes to get this extra $12,000 Paying $14 to get $1 is not a savings, it is classic govern­ ment thinking Anyone who says you can somehow “save” money by paying taxes, in any form, is assured­ ly the one spending those tax dollars for you. Per the Michigan Treasury Department. Office of Revenue and Tax Analysis for past year ending June 30. the township received $248,418.23 and the village $40,948.05 in state sales tax dollars. If the two government were combined, it would con­ tinue to get the combined sales tax dollars of $289,366.28. While there is a difference in the rates the two govern­ ments currently receive for single business tax and in­ come tax revenue sharing dollars, that changs if you merge the two. Ending June 30. 1993, the township receiv­ ed $9,205.12 and the village $18,281.43 The large dif­ ference is due to formulas that provide revenue sharing based on the amount of taxes you levy locally. High local taxes now mean more revenue sharing money, regardless of the amount of actual taxed paid. Governor Engler wants to eliminate this unfairness. According to Connie Ross of the State Tax Analysis of- continued from front On Feb. 15, any unpaid tax bill is declared delinquent, and a 3 percent late fee auto­ matically is added to the bill. DeVries also said that late payments may be made at the township office only until Feb. 28. Beginning March 1, MEMBER OF IAAM NSPA Vote ‘yes’ to merge, we need to get started tbe county takes over the col­ lection of late taxes, and adds a 1 percent late fee to the bill at that time. Another 1 percent fee then will be added for each month the bill remains overdue. We don't want any of our residents to pay a late fee be­ cause of a misunderstanding about this tax payment," DeVnes said. DeVries said that office hours for collecting taxes are from 9 a m to 3 p m. on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. However, resi­ dents can drop off their pay­ ment to the office "drop box' at any time. The box is located on the outside of the building, near the entry "The box is there for the convenience of residents who may not be able to come in during regular hours," DeVries said. "It is available 24 hours a dav, seven days a week." Anyone with questions about his or her 1993 winter tax bill should call DeVries during office hours. 8910070 fice. the township's sharing rate would have been doubled last year to 1.2365 if the two units were combined. Apart, the two units got $27,486.55 Merged, we would have received about $20,685. This ”k»s" of $6,801 is only 2.1 percent of the combined an­ nual revenue sharing dollars of $316,852 Ms Winters only looked at a small part of the picture If you merge the two govern ments you still get 98 percent of all revenue sharing you currently get Consolidate Caledonia has asked the State Analysis office to advise the two governments of these facts Special assessment lighting districts are created for residents off man roads to pay for their lights since only they benefit Listening Valley and the ocher Developments cited do have the special assessment amounts Ms. Winters reported She forgets, though, to divide that cost by all the parcels served in that district This makes a Listening Valley homes' annual assessment for their lights to be $23.68 per year, not $1278.48 as implied by Ms Winters A lighting assessment for the 74 village lights divided among 226 village homes would be about $36.75 per year Village residents can reduce this if they argue that at least half the village lights are on designated mam roads? The Kent County-wide snow plowing standard is that all streets are plowed within eight hours after a storm which keeps your roads open 98 percent of the time. Top ranking Kent County Road Commission officer Jim Porritt lives right here in the village. Ask him if he can plow the village. Ms. Winters has not done her research when she states that village residents paid for the sewer plant. It was paid by those in the sewer district, which includes people inside and outside the village. The plant is managed by the village, but could just as easi­ ly be managed by the township. After the new expansion of the plant is complete, there actually will be more township residents, schools and businesses connected to it than village residents. They will have rightly paid for their share of that expansion loo. Residents should focus on the fundamental reasons for government. One hundred years ago. local village governments existed to meet the needs of denser com­ munities with different in­ terests and problems These interests, along with low tex rates, volunteer time and talents, were used to address the rare difficult local pro­ blems that arose from time to time That can no longer be said today We are no longer a farming community We cannot afford to base access to local govern­ ment on the quaint concept on the distance a man ixi horse can travel; over had roads bet ween morning and evening chores That history and heritage is gone It us not com­ ing back You can get anywhere in this township in just a few minutes. Our township now has 6,200 people and 2.700 residences There are approv ed and pending construction, another 1.400 residences Our township is projected to grow to 10,500 in the next seven years. The problems such as water, sewer, trash, police, fire, schools, crime, drugs and safety are the same as in the township The problems both communities face are with opponents larger, strongr and wealthier than we. It is acknowledged that the current and former village leaders have done their best. However, growth is tough and we need reform. Having a village government is now ineffecient and expensive. Con tinuing our present piecemeal course merely because of nostalgia is unwise and hurts our property values Village residents are township residents. They have and will continue to pay township texes The right Ms. Winters is so willing to lead is not between ourselves, but against the problems our growth has brought Vote "yes" to merge; we need to get started Agnes Blough Village of Caledonia Madison Randolph, bom Jan 17, 1906 He was a grand­ son of then President Thomas Jefferson Lifeguard Training offered at Thomapple Kellogg Swimming Pool 795-3397 When; Feb. 8 - Feb. 24, 1994 (3 weeks) Day: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday Time: Tuesday/Thursday 6:00-9.00 p.m., Saturday 9:00 - 12:00 Noon “Must be 15 years old and a strong swim­ mer. Provides Red Cross Certification. For further information or to enroll call... T.K. Community Ed. 795-3397 �Tbe Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / February 1. 1994 / Page 7 Caledonia student ‘scientists’ apply forteaching position Finding Alexander Graham Bell (left). Thomas Edison and Galileo in the some room was a treat enjoyed by those visiting the CMS Scientist Museum The three famous men were portrayed by Dana Palmanteer. Andrea Cavanaugh and Joe Fritz, respectively. cellent. and the museum night Lois Gerke portrays Marie Curie at the CMS Scientist Wax Museum. by Barbara Gall Staff Writer About 75 Caledonia Middle School eighth graders literally had to "apply themselves" to fulfill the requirements of a final exhibition project last semester The eighth-grade teaching team took the school’s FOCUS theme of ‘Getting to Know You" and shifted it into an exhibition in which students "got to know" and then display what they knew about a famous scientist Each student first research ed a famous scientist by reading his or her biography Then they had to map the area where their scientist lived or worked The student then used this information to write a resume that his or her scientist could use in applying for an im­ aginary teaching position at CMS The students also had to prepare some kind of visual display showing the important events in the scientist's life This information included the scientist's background and achievements, and any other personal characteristics that would make that person a good candidate for the teaching job The actual exhibition took the form of a "living museum." in which each stu­ dent played the role of the scientist he or she had researched The student body and parents were invited to view the “museum." where each student had space to set up the props needed to portray that famous scientist The students' written work and the maps also were on display Eighth-grade teacher Diane Dixx said that many of the students included video and audio tapes as part of their ex­ hibitions. and she pronounced the effort of the students as ‘absolutely terrific.” "They went far above and beyond what we expected." she said "The exhibitions were ex- was fun. " The "living museum" is an example of what is called a thematic unit, where students must work in several subject areas in order to successfully complete the assignment. In this unit, for example the students were working in the subject areas of reading, geography. English and science, and they received a separate grade from each of those content area teachers. The students said the museum was fun, too. and they enjoyed seeing how their classmates chose to dress up for their roles on museum night. "It was hard, but it was a lot better than just reading out of a book." said one eighth- Eighth-grader Nicole Beckett looks appropriately studious as Florence Sabin. grader Introducing... New Varilux Comfort Lenses Any no-line lens can make you look better. Ours can make you see better. ‘Eureka! Brian Corson portrays an exuberant Einstein as Jerry Mitchell looks on. - ---------------------- COUPON------------------------- [ VARILUX® COMFORT Seem; is Wewng. 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He was a member of First Assembly of God Church, Grand Rapids and attended Word of Faith Church, Hastings. Surviving arc five daughters. Wayland - Russell Therrien, Mrs Sarah Styen of San Dsego. 91, of Wayland, passed away California, Mrs. Robert Thursday, January 27, 1994 at (Martha) Burghdoff of Hastings, Sandy Creek Nursing Center, in Mn. Robert (Rose Marie) Otto Wayland. of Middleville, Mn. Marion Mr. Therrien was born July Treat of Battle Creek, Mn 21. 1902, in Two Harbors. James (Rachel) Suturn of Tulsa, Minnesota, the son of David and Oklahoma, four nephews, 14 Anna Mane (Roloph) Therrien. grandchildren, 25 great grand­ He was an Electrical Engineer children, one great great for Consumers Power Company grandson. and a Mathematics teacher in Preceding him in death were Caledonia Public School. his wife, Ella in 1967, three Mr. Therrien was married to grandchildren, and one great Ethel Wilson Therrian. she granddaughter preceded him in death October Funeral Services were held 15. 1992. Friday, Janurary 28, 1994 at Surviving are sister-in-law: Beeler Funeral Chapel, with Mrs. Wilfred (Clara) Therrien of Pastor Jeff A melt officiating. Minnesota; niece, Mrs. D. C. Interment at Mt. Hope Cemet­ (Agatha) Schjoll of Carver, ery, Middleville. Oregon; several nieces, nephews Memorial Contributions may and close friends. be made to Word of Faith Funeral services were held Church. Saturday at Holy Family Cathol­ ic Church with Reverend Father Charion O. Mason celebrant. Interment Lakeside Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Futures Founda­ tion of Holy Family Church or the Russell Therrien Scholarship Fund in care of Caledonia Public School. Arrangements were made by Caledonia Funeral Chapel, Caledonia. STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY CxiH us frn a quote for all of vour insurance needs • Auto • Life • Health • Home • Business • Investment Caledonia Village Centre 9365 Cherry Valley Avenue Caledonia, Ml 49316 Castanets are so called because they look like chestnuts, the Latin word for which is Cas­ tanea 891-9294 FREE LOT RENT FOR 6 MONTHS Buy any True Value Home during the month of February and get... FREE Lot Rent for... March-April-May-June-July & August! Why Wait? See Sandra NOW Many in stock units are ready for immediate possession and FREE Lot Rent for 6 months. Stanley L. Rogers ALTO - Stanley L Rogers. 74, passed away Tuesday, Janu­ ary 25, 1994 at the Home of Hope after a short illness. Mr. Rogen was born April 20, 1919 in Sturgeon, Pennsylvania the son of Stanley G. Rogers and Margaret (Novick) Rogers. He was married to Florence (Straub) Rogers. Mr. Rogers worked for GM in the Tool Cnb. Mr. Rogers is survived by his brother John Rogers, sisters: Eteanore Rogen and Alberta Rogers, step-sister: Vera Adamski, children: Douglas and Kathy Straub, John and Linda Straub, and Diane Stniab, six grandchildren and four great­ grandchildren. Memorial services were held Friday at Holy Family Catholic Church with Reverend Father Charion O. Mason Celebrant. Interment Rosedale Memorial park. Memorial contributions may be made to Home of Hope. Grover P. (Bud) Doyle Jr. MIDDLEVILLE - Grover P. (Bud) Doyle Jr., 51 of Middleville passed away Friday, January 28, 1994 at home. Mr. Doyle was born on November 5, 1942 in Grand Rapids, the son of Grover P. and Neoma (Price) Doyle Sr. He was an Army brat, who moved a lot. He grew up in Sault Ste Marie, Fort Riley, Kansas and graduated from Waynesville, Missouri. He joined the United States Air Force right after high school and received his train­ ing on jet engines. He was part of the crew that maintained the KC 135 which was the plane used to refuel other planes in flight. He was married to Jamie L. Newman on December 5, 1985. He was employed at Hart Enterprises, Butternut Bread Company and Metro Gardens Apartments in Grand Rapids. He had many hobbies, speed boating, enjoyed listen­ ing to music, going to flea markets, building and working on machines and a special fondness for collecting cups, pictures and clothes with big cats on it. He also enjoyed traveling. Mr. Doyle is survived by his wife, Jamie L. 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Feb. 7 Gniled chicken nuggets, french fnes Vita Pup, milk. Tuesday. Feb. 8 Homemade wet bumto. french fries. Vita Pup. milk. AREA LUNCH MENUS Thoma ppie Kellogg School Lunch Menu Wednesday. Feb. 2 Pizza casserole w/w bread/pnut butter, green beans, applesauce M.S salad bar Thursday , Feb. 3 Veg. Beef soup, tuna pita sandwich, crackers, pears Friday, Feb. 4 Pizza (Russo’s at H.S.), baked beans or sweet potatoes, fresh fruit Monday, Feb. 7 Meat and cheese subs, com chips, lettuce salad, peaches H S Salad Bar Tuesday, Feb. 8 Taco/soft shell, cheese let tuce. refried beans, pineapple tidbits NOTE: Whole or lowfat milk offered each day. Alt menu at El Monday, hot dog. Tues­ day, turkey sandwich; Wednesday, salad bar; Thurs­ day, hamburger; Friday, fishwich Variety of sandwiches and salads at High School and Middle fruit choice, roll. milk. Thursday. Feb. 3 Chili, grilled cheese sand­ wich. peas or french fries, fruit choice, milk Friday, Feb. 4 BBQ Sandwich w/bun. green beans or french foes, fruit choice, milk Monday. Feb. 7 Deluxe hamburg w/bun. french fnes. fruit choice, milk. Tuesday. Feb. 8 Pizza, french fnes. fruit choice, milk. Caledonia Community Schools F kmentary Lunch Menu Wednesday. Feb. 2 Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes w/gravy. roll, food bar. milk. Thursday. Feb. 3 Hot dog w/bun. or com dog. food bar. milk Friday. Feb. 4 BBQ sandwich w bun. food bar. Vita Pup. milk. Caledonia Communits Schools High Middle Meal Deal Menu Wednesday. Feb. 2 Pepperoni rolls, french Monday. Feb. 7 Hamburg w/bun. french fries, food bar. milk. Tuesday . Feb. 8 Pizza, food bar. milk. Caledonia Community Schools Kettle lake Lunch Menu Wednesday. Feb. 2 Chop sues or sw/sour sauce on rice, mini egg roll, mixed veg . peaches, fortune cookie, milk Thursday. Feb. 3 Hot dog w bun or com dog. food bar. milk Friday. 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Ml / February 1. 1994 MIDDLEVILLE Official Village Council Minutes January 11 1994 Prettdant Myer* colled the meeting to order at 7 00 p.m. Present: Bray. French. Mugr>dge Oliver Schellmger and VondenBerg Absent None Guest* Student* from Mr Sprague * government class. Village and Township residents, and Margaret Fowler from the Sun and News Minutes o< the December 28 1993 meeting were approved a* amended Council reviewed and discuss­ ed the Snowmobile Ordinance Oliver moved that Council sub­ mit the Snowmobile Ordinance So the Ordinance Committee for *tudy and recommendation at the next Council meeting Sup­ port by VandenSerg Ayes all Carried Mugridge moved the printed bills be paid Support by VondenBerg Ayes all Corned Mugridge moved the follow­ ing transfer be allowed General Fund to Payroll Fund S30.000 00 Support by VondenBerg Ayes all. Corned M ugr idge chairperson of Finance Committee updated Council on financing for the Sewer project Council and Police Chief Shoemaker reviewed the December Police Activity Report and Yearly Report Council and Manager Mon *hum reviewed the Manager * Report Discussion held on teen lighting m Middleville With no further business. Oliver moved for adjournment. Support by Bray Ayes all. Corned Meeting adjourned at 8:53 p.m. Cheryl Hooper Village Clerk (306) The highest city in the U.S. is Leadville. Colorado It’s nearly two miles above sea level in the Rocky Mountains NOTICE Of PUBLIC HEARING TOWNSHIP OF YANKEE SPRINGS BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN Drugs* Alcohol Abuse Top List of Teen Concerns Do you know what's on the minds of America's teens'* Drug and akohol abuse is the top concern among today's teenagers, followed by the environ­ ment. teen pregnancy/ abortion and. ranking fourth, the Persian Gulf situation. The ranking is derived from 8.000 letters written by seventh- and eighth-graders to their U.S. representatives through a unique national program cal led “Speak For Yourself ’ The program is part of a nationwide initiative called RespecTeen which is spon­ sored by the fraternal ben­ efit society Lutheran Brotherhood The following list shows the top ten is­ sues raised in the students' letters and the number of letters wntten about each: Drug alcohol abuse (1,487); environment (1,262); teen pregnancy/abortion (936); Persian Gulf (432); home­ lessness (367), child abuse (320); suicide/depression (311); AIDS (213); censor­ ship (210); gun control (180). A teen from Walter Ridge, Arkansas wrote, “Drugs are getting outra­ geous in schools and all over the United States, just as bad as drinking. Schools don’t try to keep drugs out as much as I’d like them to." Says a teen from Brecksville, Ohio. “The government should enforce the Clean Air Act and make These issues are the top concerns among American teens, according to 8,000 letters written by seventhand eighth-graders to U.S. representatives The num­ bers reflect the quantity of letters received on each topic. it more stringent." Another in Winnsboro. Texas wrote, “The total number of teen pregnancies is unreal. You must do something to help. You must teach and we must learn. Our represen­ tatives should make it mandatory to have sex education from grades three through 12. This is the only way for us to learn the facts" Fifty-one of the partici­ pating students, one from each state and the District of Columbia, will be chosen to present their concerns directly to U.S. policy­ makers at the third annual RespecTeen National Youth Forum in Washington. DC.. Apnl20to25. 1991 “When you read these kids’ letters, it becomes obvious that, while they are well acquainted with youth-related issues, they also have firsthand expe nence with things we tend to consider adult prob­ lems." says Barbara Glass, author of the Speak for Yourself program “As a result, many of them offer mature, insightful solu­ tions to complex, long­ standing issues “ TO: THE RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS OF THE TOWNSHIP OF YANKEE SPRINGS, BARRY COUNTY. MICHIGAN, AND ANY OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that as a result of Petitions of property owners within the Township signed and filed by the record owners of land whose footage constitutes not less than 51% of the total footage of the hereinafter described Willson Road Special Assessment District, the Township Board of the Township of Yankee Springs proposes to pave the road and to create a special assessment for the recovery of the cost thereof by special assessment against the properties benefited therein. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE the District within which the foregoing improvements are proposed to be constructed and within which the cost thereof is proposed to be assessed is more particularly described as follows: Grade and Pave Willson Road starling from Yankee Springs Road to the end at house number 1441. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE the total cost will be equally divided among all properly owners within said District, regardless of parcel size, road frontage, number of lots owned, etc. All property owners/persons will be charged on the basis of 22 owners/persons PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the Township Board has received engineering plans showing the improvements and location thereof together with an estimate of the costs of such construction in the approximate amount of $32,300.00, has placed the same on file with the Township Clerk, has passed a Resolution tentatively declaring its intention to make such improvements and to create the aforementioned Special Assessment District, and has further tentatively found the Petitions for improvement to be in compliance with statutory requirements PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that said Plans, Special Assessment Distnct and Petitions may be examined at the office of the Township Clerk from the date of this Notice until and including the date of the public hearing hereon and may further be examined at such public hearing PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that a public hearing upon such Petitions, Plans. District and Estimate of Costs will be held at the Yankee Springs Township Hall. 284 N. Briggs Road, Middleville. Michigan, within the Township commencing at 7:30 P.M on February 10. 1994 At such heanng, the Board will consider any wntten objections to any of the foregoing matters which might be filed with said board at or poor to the time of said hearing as well as any revisions, corrections, amendments, or changes to said Plans, Estimates and Costs or to said Special Assessment District PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE any person objecting to the Special Assess­ ment Roll or any part thereof must appear in person at such heanng or must file a written objection or protest at or before such hearing, in order to be able to appeal the assessment to the State Tax Tnbunal in the event the same is approved by the Township Board Any such appeal must be filed within 30 days after the date of the confirmation of the roll by the Township Board All interested persons are invited to be present at the aforesaid time and place and to submit comments concerning any of the foregoing Yankee Spnngs Township will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers tor the heanng impaired and audio tapes of pnnted material being considered at the hearing upon five (5) days notice to the Yankee Spnngs Township Clerk Individuals with d«sab- lies requmng auxiliary aids or services should contact the Yankee Springs Township Cm by wntmg or call mg the Cm at the address or telephone number listed herein Harvey E. Vander Bee Cm 284 N. Briggs Road Middleville. Ml 49333 Telephone 795 9091 VILLAGE Of CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on February 17, 1994, at 7:30 p.m. the Planning Commission of the Village of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, concerning a proposed ordinance to amend the Village of Caledonia Zoning Ordinance by amending the description of lands covered by and included in the McDonald’s Corporation Planned Unit Development, in accordance with the Final Development Plan of the Development. If adopted, the amending ordinance would amend in its entirety the description of lands covered by the Planned Unit Development, so as to provide that the Planned Unit Development shall cover and include the following described lands: All that part of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 29, Town 5 North, Range 10 West, described as commencing at the Northeast corner of said Section 29; thence South 00°00’00” West 703.46 feet along the East line of said Section 29 to the place of beginning of this description; thence continuing South 00°00’00” West 223.37 feet, along the East line of said Section 29; thence North 87°59’00” West 245.30 feet; thence North 64°40’20” West 83.26 feet; thence North 00°00’00” East 178.00 feet, parallel with the East line of said Section 29, to a line bearing South 89°48’00” West from the place of beginning; thence North 89°48’00” East 320.41 feet to the place of beginning, Village of Caledonia, Kent County, Michigan. The text of the proposed amending ordinance and a copy of the Final Development Plan of the proposed restaurant are on file and may be examined at the offices of the Caledonia Village Clerk, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan. All interested persons may attend the public hearing and be heard with regard to the proposed amending ordinance. Dated: January 27, 1994 PLANNING COMMISION OF THE <3io> VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / February 1, 1994 I Page 11 The first U.S. cooking school was opened by Juliet Corson of New York City in 1876. Wrapping silver in plastic encourages tarnishing. CHARTER TOWNSHIP Of CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on February 21, 1994 at 7:30 p.m. the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, concerning a proposed amendment in the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia. The principal provisions of the amending ordinance can be summarized as follows: 1 To amend Section 13.6(f) so as to provide that, in the 1-1 Light Industrial District, not more than 40% of tne area of a lot or parcel of land shall be occupied by buildings or other structures. A 2. To amend Section 14.6(f) so as to provide that, in the 1-2 Heavy Industrial District, not more than 40% of the area of a lot or parcel of land shall be occupied by buildings or other structures. A copy of the proposed amending ordinance and related materials are on file and may be examined at the offices of the Caledonia Township Clerk, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, during regular business hours. All interested persons may attend the public hearing and be heard with regard to the proposed amendment in the Township Zoning Ordinance. Dated: January 28, 1994 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA """"charte^ownshT^^a^doni^^^ COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT AND SUMMARY OF THE REGULATORY EFFECT THEREOF PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on January 19, 1994, the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia adopted Ordinance No 94-1Z, an ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia. The amending ordinance adopts the River Glen Site Condominium Planned Unit Development. The principal pro­ visions of the amending ordinance can be summarized as follows: 1 Planned Unit Development. The amending ordinance rezones the following-described lands from the R-1 Low Density Single Family District to the PUD-1 Planned Unit Develop­ ment District in accordance with the Final Development Plan of the River Glen Site Con­ dominium Planned Unit Development: That part of the Northwest V4 of Section 15 and the Northeast ’/« of Section 16, Town 5 North, Range 10 West, Caledonia Township. Kent County, Michigan, describ­ ed as commencing at a point on the North line of the Northeast ’A of said Section 16 South 89*56'49” East 1819.42 feet from the North 14 comer of said Section 16. thence South 16*01*03" East 312 20 feet along the centerline of Thornapple River Woods (66 00 feet wide) to the point of begming. thence South 89*56 49" East 527 25 feet parallel and 300 0 feet South of the North line of Section 16 to reference point "A"; thence South 89*56 49 East 46 feet more or less to the left bank of the Thor­ napple River, thence meandering Southeasterly, Southerly and Westerly 2055 feet more or less along the said left bank of the Thornapple River to a line bearing North 89*59'38 East from reference point "B”, said pomt being South 45*57'03” East 157.39 feet. South 73*36’58" East 143 05 let, South 38*22 30" East 147 66 feet. South 57*53'46” East 125.74 feet, South 77*09'32" East 267 55 feet. South 48*10'25' East 207 40 feet South 33*53 24 East 100.28 feet, South 11*01’08 West 12810 feet, South 62*39 58 West 225.23 feet. South 86*50'32" West 201 39 feet. South 70*55*59" West 188 34 feet. South 61*34*38" West 126.32 feet and South 48*29'18” West 66 55 feet from the aforementioned reference pomt "A”; thence South 89*59'38' West 38 feet more or less to sard reference pomt "B"; thence South 89*59 38 West 390 00 feet along the South line of the Northeast U of the Northeast of said Section 16; thence North 16*01’03" West 1061.11 feet along the centertine of Thomapple River Drive to the pomt of beginning 2 Land Uses. The lands in the Planned Unit Development may be used only tor single family dwellings and related accessory uses 3 Buildings; Site Access. The buildings m the Development may be located only as shown in the Development Ran Access to the Development snail be by means of a private road extending easterly from Thomapple River Drive The Development will have 15 site condominium units, tor one single family dwelling each Minimum square footage of dwell ings is stated m the amending ordinance 4 Streets and Drives; Utilities. Streets and driveways must be hard surfaced and con structed m compliance with Caledonia Township and Kent County Road Commission standards The Development will be served by pnvate water wells and by private septic tank and dram systems approved by the Kent County Health Department Surface eater drainage is regulated by the «nendmg ordinance and final plans for surface water drainage are subject to approval of the Township engineers 5 Other Matters. The amending ordinance sets forth other requirements »o< the Develop­ ment with regard to landscaping, protection of wetlands, limitations on 'ecreatonai and commercial vehicles, utilities, garbage and refuse disposal signage outdoor lighting, measures to avoid soil erosion, required provisions in the Master Deed and Condominium Bylaws and required permits from state and county agencies 6 Effective Date. The ordinance will become effective February 1. 1994 A copy of the amending ordinance may be examined or purchased at the offices of the Charter Township of Caledoma 250 South Maple Street, Caledon,a. Michigan during normal business hours Dated January 26. 1994 TOWNSHIP BOARD OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA CHARTER TOWNSHIP Of CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on February 21. 1994, at 7:30 p.m. the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall, 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia, Michigan, concerning an ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia. The proposed amending ordinance would, if adopted, repeal Section 15.9 of the Township Zoning Ordinance and add Section 3.47, in order to provide for site plan review of condominium site pl^ns by the Planning Commission and Township Board under Chapter XVIII of the Township Zoning Ordinance. Among other matters, the amending ordinance provides that a condominium project, including a site condominium project, shall comply with all lot area, frontage and building setback requirements for the zoned district in which it is located. Other provisions authorize the Planning Commission to require a performance bond or letter of credit in order to ensure the completion of the common elements and other facilities proposed for a condominum project. A copy of the proposed amending ordinance and related materials are on file and may be examined at the offices of the Caledonia Township Clerk, 250 South Maple Street, Caledo­ nia, Michigan, during regular business hours. All interested persons may attend the public hearing and be heard with regard to the proposed amendment in the Township Zoning Ordinance. Dated: January 28, 1994 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE (312) CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA REGISTRATION NOTICE — FOR — VILLAGE ELECTION MONDAY, MARCH 14,1994 To the Qualified Electors of the village of Caledonia COUNTY OF KENT, STATS OF MICHIGAN Notice is hereby given that in conformity with the “Michigan Election Law”, I, the undersigned Clerk, will upon any day, except Sunday and a legal holiday, the day of any regular or special election or primary elec tion, receive for registration the name of any legal voter in said Township, City or Village not already registered who may APPLY TO ME PERSONALLY for such registration. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT I WILL BE AT MY OFFICE February 14,1994 — Last Day OWNING REGULAR BUSINESS NOURS The 5Oth day preceding said Election As (HO.Klrt b, Section «M Act No tt«. Public Act. ol 1bM •> IrwMW dt 250 5. Maple, Caledonia, Ml For the purposes of REVIEWING the REGISTRATION and REGISTER­ ING such of the qualified electors in said TOWNSHIP, CITY or VILLAGE as SHALL PROPERLY apply therefor. The name of no person but an ACTUAL RESIDENT of the precinct at the time of registration and entitled under the Constitution, if remain­ ing such resident, to vote at the next election, shall be entered in the registration book. in addition to the election of candidates for various offices, the following proposltlon(s) (If any) will be voted on: Shall the incorporation of the Village of Caledonia be vacated? Yes □ No □ JACQUELINE CHERRY, Village Clerk Qoa> �Page 12 / The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / February 1. 1994 Caledonia wins own wrestling invitational The Caledonia varsity wrestling team won its own invitational, Saturday, amassing 197 points, and defeating eight other schools including Hudsonville Unity Christian, Godwin. Kenowa Hills and Rockford. Five wrestlers took championships in their weight class. Winning the 171-pound weight class was Ryan Sinclair. He bad a pin over Godwin in 11 seconds. Kenowa Hills in 1:14 and Rockford in 2:31 Jason Haywood (140 lbs.) won his class with pins over East Grand Rapids and Rockford and an 11-8 deci­ sion over Unity Danny Simmons Cl 89) had a first-round bye. then pimed his opponent from Godw in in TO THE RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS OF YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP, BARRY CO., Ml and OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS: NOTICE Of SPECIAL MEETING 55 seconds and Kenowa Hills in 44 seconds to win the gold Jamie Trudeau (112) won his class with a bye. a pin over East Grand Rapids in 34 seconds and a 15-3 decision over Rockford. Adam Stauffer (103) woo his weight class with a firstround bye. a pin over Kenowa Hills in 23 seconds and a 5-2 decision over Godwin. Taking second for the Fighting Scots were Chad Mescar (145), who had pins over EGR and Kenowa Hills and Josh Haywood (135), who had pins over Unity Christian and EGR before losing in the finals. Finishing third was Brian Hanna (160). Chris Love (152) and Jason Bush (HWT). Taking a third place finish was Mike Draft (119). Also collecting team points was Keith Smith who won a 15-12 decision over Godwin. Varsity coach Jim Maxim said he was very impressed with his team's performance which had all 12 wrestlers scoring team points and 11 of 12 bringing home medals, including five championships. The Scots wrestle at Mid­ dleville tonight (Feb. 1) and will be home for Parent's Night on Thursday, the night Maxim said he hopes everyone will come see how well the team is doing this year. The Parent's Night match will be versus Coop­ ersville. Junior Varsity wrestling begins at 6:15 p.m with the varsity to follow. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE the Yankee Springs Township Planning Commission will hold a special meeting Thursday, Feb. 3, 1994, at 7:30 P.M. at the Township Hall, 284 N. Briggs Road, Middleville, Mi., for the purpose of rewriting the present zoning ordinance. Material pertaining to the above subect may be examined at the Township Hall by appointment with the clerk. Yankee Springs Township will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed material being considered at the hearing upon five (5) days notice to the Yankee Springs Township Clerk. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Yankee Springs Township Clerk by writing or calling the clerk at the address or telephone number listed herein. Harvey E. Vander Bee, Clerk Telephone 795-9091 <200) REGISTRATION NOTICE — for — VILLAGE ELECTION Monday, March 14,1994 To the Qualified Electors of the Village of Middleville (Precinct No. | COUNTY OF BARRY, STATE OF MICHIGAN Notice is hereby given that in conformity with the “Michigan Election Law”, I, the undersigned Clerk, will upon any day, except Sunday and a legal holiday, the day of any regular or special election or primary election, receive for registration the name of any legal voter in said Township, City or Village not already registered who may APPLY TO ME PERSONALLY for such registration. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT I WILL BE AT MY OFFICE February 14,1994 - Last Day DURING REGULAR BUSINESS HOURS The 30th day preceding said Election As provided by Section 498. Act Ho. 116, Public Acts of 19S4 As Amended. at 100 East Main Street For the purposes of REVIEWING and REGISTRATION and REGISTERING such of the qualified electors in said TOWNSHIP. CITY or VILLAGE as SHALL PROPERLY apply therefor. The name of no person but an ACTUAL RESIDENT of the precinct at the time of registration and entitled under the Constitution, if remaining such resident, to vote at the next election, shaft be entered in the registration book. In addition to the election of candidates for various offices, the fobowing propositions) (H any) will be voted on: (309* I. Wins heavyweight division Caledonia varsity wrestler Jason Bush (HWT) won five and lost none at Muskegon Jan. 22. to win his division He defeated Detroit Redford Unions heavyweight wrestler with a pin in 2:24 to take the victory VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on February 14, 1994, at 7:30 p.m. the Village Council of the Village of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, concerning a proposed schedule of rates of C-Tec Cable Systems of Michigan, Inc., for the basic tier of cable television service and associated equipment, and on Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Form 393, for basic cable television service within the Village. Copies of FCC Form 393 and the proposed schedule of basic cable television service rates and related information (except those parts which may be withheld as proprietary) are available for inspection or copying at the offices of the Caledonia Village Clerk, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, during normal business hours. All interested persons may submit written comments and may attend the public hearing concerning the proposed basic cable television rate schedule and FCC Form 393. Dated: January 28, 1994 VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / February 1, 1994 I Page 13 CHS soccer player finalist for scholar-athlete award The MHSAA scholar­ athlete program judges the finalists on their athletic and Caledonia High School senior soccer player Brent Bone her recently was named a finalist in the Michigan High School Athletic Association’* Scholar Athlete competition for the fall sports season Only three athletes from across the state arc chosen as finalists in each sport, and on­ ly one athlete per school per sport may be picked At slake is a $1.000 scholar­ ship. awarded to one athlete in each of eight fall sports girls' basketball, boys’ crow coun­ try- ?’r,s cro** country, foot ball, boys’ golf, boys’ soccer, girls’ swimming and diving and girls’ tennis Winning the soccer scholar ship was Adam Borchert of Detroit Catholic Central academic achievements and considers their contributions to their communities Bone her. a defensive back, earned all-league and allregional honors this sear. He carries a 4 01 overall grade point average on a 4.0 scale Besides his sports and studies, he he serves as presi­ dent of the CHS Student Con­ gress and is active in his church Area winners in the com­ petition include finalists Sara Burde of Newaygo in girls’ basketball and Karls Whitaker of Forest Hills Northern in girls cross country Caledonia senior soccer ployer Brent Boncher was named a finalist in the MHSAA Scholar Athlete Scholarship competition. Caledonia Scots fall to Allendale in non-league cage action The Caledonia varsity bas­ ketball team lost to Allendale 85-69 in non -conference ac­ tion Tuesday to drop its over­ all record to 4-6. According to coach Larry Rea, the team played very well as a unit and played hard against a very good Allendale team. "Everyone put out a good effort on the floor and we hung in their. It just got away from us in the fourth quarter " He added that the 16-point difference doesn’t tell how close the game really was. Each of the first three quar­ ters. taken individually, were close, as the Falcons were scoring only one or two more baskets in each than the Scots. The telling point in the game however was the 22 of­ fensive rebounds by the Falcons. Allendale hit only 32 of 70 Held goal attempts, but was able to put its own re­ bound back to the basket far more often than Caledonia. Caledonia had 22 total re­ bounds in the game and was 29 of 59 from the floor. — HELP WANTED — IMMEDIATE OPENING FOR EXPERIENCED FLOOR COVERING INSTALLER Brad VanTimmeren, Allendale's leading player at 6-foot-7. pumped in 29 points and hauled down 20 rebounds, many off his own missed shots Leading for the Scots was Matt Barr, who had 16 points and seven rebounds. Pat Stegeman had 15 points and seven rebounds. Allendale went to the free throw line 26 times and made 16. while the Scots made only six appearances and hit five. The Scots will put their 3-3 conference record on the line versus Wayland tonight (Feb. I) and Kenowa Hills on Friday at the Caledonia High School gym. The junior var­ sity begin play at 6 p.m. with the varsity game will follow. Must be neat, friendly and responsible. ECONOMIC Apply in writing to. Brown’s Custom Interior’s STRENGTH 221 N. Industrial Park Dr. from Page 6 Hastings, Ml 49058 of our stale and national work _ ____________ Attn: Barb_____________ force.” he sys. SWEETER NAUTO I 1 tan Keep flou Running | WATER PUMPS B ,„*1995l || Bar & chain Oil $269 3 8 ____ » Gallon JUMPER CABLES | |k H 12 Ft. Length 100% Copper Conductor 8 & 10 Gauge 400 Amp Insulated Clamps g g| |g $1999 ; S I i STARTING st... ■ M__________ K Starters and Alternators Batteries 1$279’<PP EXCHANGE jy ____ i 1 Anti- fW'l | Freeze. ls29®’ t OpEW | 1 S4” KZ. $2" I PAYS A WEEK western Auto SMALL ENGINE PARTS & SERVICE On M-37 In Caledonia 891-1484 ; According to the U.S. Department of Labor report, the increased demand for highly skilled workers, com­ bined with an aging work force, has already created a shortage of skilled workers, a shortage that is likely to in­ crease for many years. Moreover, the skills gap is likely to widen as the skill re­ quirements of new jobs in­ crease faster than the skill levels of the labor force. “1 believe we (MSU. other universities and community colleges) have an opportunity to work together to narrow that gap. Jump says. Tickets for the anniversary celebration March 12 are $25. Reservation!, can be made by­ calling Carol Fosburg at MSU at (517) 355-0190 More in­ formation about MSU's IAT courses can be obtained by writing to Jump al 120 Agriculture Hall. MSU. East Lansing. Ml 48824 1039 The IAT anniversary will be part of MSU* Agriculture and Natural Resources (ANR) Week. March 5-12 The event will consist of more than 80 education programs ranging from outdoor recreation to production agrKuhure The acti v ities are detailed m a free ANR W eek book that is available through all MSU Extension county offices or by writing to the MSU Bulletin Office. 10B Agriculture Hall. MSI. Easi Lansing Mich. 48824 1039 WORD FROM i WASHINGTON Peacetime Grou th For Electronics Industry • NAPS)—A change in government spending away from the defense industry and toward the civilian side is creating new growth opportunities for the electronics indus­ try in the area of Federal Information Systems. One reason for the pent-up demand for infor­ mation technology among government agencies is that it helps them stretch their budgets. The result of this, ac­ cording to experts at the Electronic Industries As­ sociation (ElAi. is that the telecommunications tech­ nology once used only in the defense area is now­ being used by the civilian market. Programs of the Clinton administration in health care, the informa­ tion superhighway, and other areas are creating many of these opportunities. There is a significant pent-up demand for infor­ mation technology require­ ments because computers and telecommunications networks help government agencies stretch their bud­ gets. A recent forecast by EIA estimates that infor­ mation technology funding for the civil sector will increase approximately 3.2 percent a year over the next five years. For more infor­ mation. call (202) 457-8748. FACTORY WORK WILL TRAIN IF HAVE PRODUCTION EXPERIENCE! • ASSEMBLY • PLASTIC INJECTION • MACHINE OPERATORS - Trim Press. Punch Press. Spof Weld. etc. ... • STACK/1NSPECT PARTS Many new openings daily! Mosl are very long ferm wifh good potential for hire. Overtime may be required. Job sites near the Kent County Airport, by US-131 and 36th St and in South Grand Rapids. Apply 811 amor 1-3 30pm Weekday* wilt 2 pieces of D PEOPLEMARK (..<x.Mfwnry (Mrt (♦Oft ’») ™ ZZL “SNOW TIGER”-Snow Thrown �Page 14 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / February 1. 1994 Thornapple-Kellogg spikers trounce visiting-Hamilton The Middleville varsity basketball team defeated Hamilton in straight sets, last Monday, 15-6, 15-0. Hamilton s defense had nothing to throw against the 14 kills over the net from Carla Ploeg. Ploeg had 19 at­ tempts, no errors and only five of her kills were recov­ ered by the l^dy Hawkeyes In the first game. Amy Missad served 14 of the team's points while in the second junior Becky Holwerda served up the first 13, including two aces. Jaime Strater led the team with 18 assists. Coach Cindy Middlebush said Ploeg is a great volley­ ball player, but it is the others who set up the play for her who deserve a lot of the credit as well. "Katie Berg is a tremen­ dous passer and had a 100 percent service return rale. She also had five digs for the team" The service return rate is how well a team member is able to set the hall to the front setter on the team. If the serve returner fails to get the ball forward, she is given a minus, if the ball goes straight up. a zero is given, if the ball goes to the setter, a plus is put on the stats sheet. A dig is wrien a player has to go out of position to return a spike, tap or serve. According to Middlebush, it is when the girls have to sac­ rifice their bodies to make the return. The Lady Trojans are 11-1 overall this season and 2-0 in the O-K Blue. The team will play at the Delton Invitational Saturday, an invitational they won last year COUPON Back Yard Mix BIRD FEED 10% OFF Miscellaneous WITH COUPON < 25 lb or 50 lb bags Coupon good thru Saturday, Feb. 5,1994 Caledonia Farmers Elevator 136 E. Main Street — Caledonia 891-8108 "r Open 6 Days a Week COUPON ▼ CLASSIFIED AD RATES REMINDER: $4.40 for 1st 5 words; 12«each word thereafter. MAPLE VALLEY: $220 for 1st 5 words; 10* each word thereafter. SUN & NEWS: $2.75 for 1st 5 words; 10e each word thereafter. LAKEWOOD NEWS: $2.75 for 1st 5 words; 10< each word thereafter. BANNER: $2.00 for 1st 5 words; 10c each word thereafter. WEEKENDER: $2.50 for 1st 5 words; 10c each word thereafter. •50< bookkeeping charge for want ads not paid within 7 days. PLACE A CLASSIFIED ANYTIME, 24 HOURS A DAY, 7 DAYS A WEEK BY CALLING 948-4450. (TOUCH TONE PHONES ONLY) T.K. Community Education Winter/Spring Enrichments Bi • 795-3397 • W Continuing Spanish for Adults - Requires some Spanish background When: February 9-April 20 Day: Wednesdays Time. 6:30-8:30 Cost $45.00 Place: HS Room 208 Instr.: Doug Hart Ljj' Hair Braiding Learn unique ways to style your hair including prom ideas. When: March 22 Day: Tuesday Time: 7:00-9:00 Cost: $12.00/couple Place: HS Cafeteria Instr.: Sandy Onen kk fijlO'i Stained Glass: CopperFoil Method When: February 24-Mar. 31 Day: Thursday Cost: $30.00 (includes 1 project) Place: HS Art Rm. 303 Time. 6:30-9:00 Instr.: Shar Evans Maximum enrollment: 8 Buying and Selling a Home in Today’s Market When: February 17 Day: Thursday Cost: Free Place: HS Room 101 K Time: 7:00-9:00 Instr.: Kay Stolsonberg Confidence in the Kitchen For children 1-5 grade When: Coming tn May. Call for information. (Joif Lessons When: April 19-May 10 Cost: $35.00 Maximum enrollment: 24 Day: Tues, or Thurs Place: HS Room 304 Time 6:30-8:30 Instr. Jim Sprague Gardening: Planting Perennial and Rose Gardens Pruning Shrubs and Trees When Februan 24 Day: Thursdav Time 6:30-8:30 Cost: $5.00 Place HS Cafeteria Instr Mark Worth Windows: IBM Computers When: January 26-March 16 Dav: Wednesdav Cost: $30.00 Place: HS Room 201 Art Lessons: Children in grades 4-5 When: March 10-31 Day: Thursdav Cost: $35.00 Place: Page All Purpose Maximum enrollment 20 Tune 6:30-10:00 Instr Marcia Hoist Tune: 3 45-4:45 Instr Dawn Lounger ♦•TO ENROLL: Call the Community Ed. office 795-3397 Ptease call by 1 week prior to class starting date The decision to cancel a class due to low enrollment will be made then Classes will fill on a first come first sene basis. Middleville's Carla Ploeg recovers from one of her patented spikes which the Hamilton spikers were unable to return Ploeg had 19 attempts, 14 confirmed kills and only five were able to be returned by Hamilton Scot spikers fall to Byron Center in three sets The Caledonia varsity volleyball team fell to Byron Center in three sets last Monday, taking a 7-122 record into its first O-K Gold match last night. Byron Center took the first set 15-5, but the Lady Scots were able to take the second, outlasting the Lady Bulldogs 16-14. In the third set the Bulldogs walked away with a 15-8 win to win the match. Highlighting the night for the Scots was the three players who had a 100 per­ cent service record (hitting all of their serves into the playing field of the oppo­ nents). Jamie Oatley. Wendy Faber and Teri Schiedell had a perfect night at the service line. Hitting aces (good, un­ touched serves) for the Scots were Julie Tuinstra and Jodi VanderVelde. Kane IXHiker led the team with 12 non-retumed kills and sent 21 of 25 attempts over the net. Michelle Colburn sent 21 of 23 over the net, 10 of which weren't returned, 18 assists and three solo blocks and Tuinstra had eight kills and 24 assists In total the Scots had 42 team kills. Peg Mulherin, coach of the Fighting Scots varsity volleyball team, said the girls were very aggressive at the net, but lacked in team serving, hitting only 76 per­ cent behind the line B Andrew Johnson was the only ex-President to be elected to the United States Senate Zomerlei Construction Co. Custom Homes • Remodeling Additions • Decks Carpenter - Contractor Licensed & Insured Middleville * Call Jack 795-7458 Come see whats NEW UNDER THE SUN Make plans now to atte nd John Deere Day ’W YxjII Mt* the brightest idea*- in technology ami new John I Mt re equipment designed for the way' you farm, including. • • • New Corn Heads • New MoCok ■: I'A I > klM 1019 • Ne* Disk'Ripper Doni miss your day in the sun. See the latest John Deere equipment at. Fillmore Equipment, Inc. Date: Time: Place: Phone: Saturday, February 5 10.30 a.m. 4098 M-40, Holland, Ml 751-5141 �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml I February 1, 1994 / Page 15 Middleville eagers come back to down Maple Valley Lions 67-64 Middleville s Andy Brewer had the defense looking to the baseline while he went to mid-key and put up two of his game-high 28 points against Maple Valley Middleville's Jeremy Anderson scored six in the game over Maple Valley, including this two scored despite Jon Mitchell's long arm and body contact Once again the Middleville varsity basketball team has taken the friendly game of basketball and turned it into a sport in which fans are required to sit on the edge of their seat, biting their fingernails and shaking the Caledonia Auto Parts "FOR ALL YOUR CAR & TRUCK CARE NEEDS" Complete line of Parts and Accessories and Car Care Products 891-4085 STORE 227 E. Main St., Caledonia Your “Hometown" Auto Parts Store OPEN Monday-Friday 8 to 6; Saturday 8 to 2 daylights out of the person sitting next to them. The Trojans, for the sixth time this year, have won a game, this time over Maple Valley 67-64. by a basket or less, last Tuesday. The Lions had been up by as many as 13 at 1:53 in the second quarter, but the Trojans were able to come back to within 10 at the halftime break. 36-26. Nipping away at the hometown Lions, Middleville took the entire third period and the first minute of the fourth to finally close the gap until all things were again even with Justin l^ake making the first end of. a one and one to tie the game at 53. With the Trojans making such a comeback, some of the intensity of the Lions began to slip away. But the Trojans gave the Lions another chance, as two errant passes went deep into the stands rather than the comer post player and in the ensuing six and a half minutes, the Lions and the Trojans played as if they were in for the state championship rather than a non-conference showdown. The Lions, falling behind by as many as five at 4:28 in the fourth, were able to make it a new game, 64-64^with 44 seconds on the clock. With the Trojans up by a field goal and 12 ticks on the clock. Middleville had to in­ bound the ball from the sideline after a deflection. Mike Sarver tossed the ball to passing Andy Brewer who stepped (Mi the out-of-bounds line and the ball went back to Maple Valley. Maple Valley, after a pair of timeouts, in-bounded the ball and Gabriel Priddy was fouled, sending him to the line. He made the first, but the referees called it no good because of movement of two players on the outside of the key. Priddy's next attempt missed the rim and TK look the ball out of bounds. Maple Valley sent Brewer to the line (for the 15th time in the game) where he made the first of two to complete the scoring in the game. Maple Valley had two seconds of possession but the 60-fooler tossed up with a prayer fell short. The Middleville win also came with the loss of Nathan Bundy, going down with a lower leg injury midway through the first quarter It is unknown when he'll return. In a game versus Godwin, the 6-foot-6 Steve Converse, the top scorer from the Middleville bench, ended his season when he took a charge under the basket and broke his wnst. Ixading scorer in the game was Andy Brewer with 28 points, including five threepointers and 11 at the free throw line. Brian Brewer chipped in with 13 points and Brad Williams had 10. Ixading the way for the Uons was Aaron Tobias with 16. followed by lYiddy with 12 and lake with 10. Middleville upped its season record to 7-2. Maple Valiev tell to I K overall Have Something to Sell? caii 945-9554 24 HOURS A DAY 7 DAYS A WEEK aoooooooooocooooocooqooooooo ^^qooooooooooooocooocooooocooooo | Rent What You Need to Get the Job Done! • Skid-Steer Saws “ Loader Sanders & • Compressors Grinders Concrete Tools • Nailers • Generators and Hammer Drills Welders • Pumps • Trailers and • Carpet Tools Moving Heaters Equipment Oil Fired • Painting Automotive Equipment Tools • Wallpaper • Welding Steamer k Supplies • Handy Tools • Party Goods • Construction Equipment Caledonia Rent-All 9818 Cherry Valley Ave. (M-37) Caledonia • (616) 891-0050 OPEN Mon.-Sat. 8 a m. 'til 5:30 p.m. Come see whats NEW UNDER THE SUN Make plans now to attend John Deere Day "94. ¥mj’U see the brightest ideas in technology and new John Deere equipment designed tor the way you (arm, including • New 92 • and 100 - hp Tractors • IW1) Tractors • New Com Heads • New MoGA • New Disk/Ripper • New Rotary Cutter Date: Saturday, February 12, 1994 Time: 10:30 a.m. Place: Expo Center Barry County Fairgrounds Don't miss your day in the sun. See the latest John Deere equipment at: THORNAPPLE VALLEY EQUIPMENT. INC. South M-37 - Hastings 945-9526 �Page 16 / The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / February 1. 1994 Fann Call for Classifieds... HORSE AND TACK AUCTION Saturday Rburary 5th at 11:00 am. all consign­ ments welcome St Johns Horse Auction on North US-27. (517) 838-2300. PLACE YOU? ADVERTISING MESSAGE HERE • 795-3345 Rates: 5 wards for $2.75 then KX per word. If you pay in advance, you save 50* billing charge. Deadline is Friday at 4:00 p.m. Business Services CHIMNEY SWEEPING and masonary repairs, 891-0366. COOK’S CARPET CLEAN­ ING, 4* offering a winter Valen­ tine’s SPECIAL for the next 4 weeks until Valentine’s Day. Clean your honey’s carpet AND/ OR your upholstery and receive our high quality SOIL and STAIN PROTECTOR as OCR GIFT to you. Hurry, only actual cleaning for the next 4 weeks. BIG SAVINGS!! Call 616 795 9337__________ GYMNASTICS IN MOTION offering pre-school through advanced classes, all ages. Also boys and girls USGF compel) t»on teams. For information call Cathy 795-7620.____________ HOMEOWNERS* CASH FAST! *Home and income propcrly*Debt consolidation •Turned down? problem credit? We can help!*Fast, easy - Call 24 hours. AAA Mortgage & Finance Corp 1-800-968 2221 Free consultation.___________ INCOME TAX PRFPARA TION in my home. Call 795-3930 for more information. PAINTING, WALLPAPER* ING, Stippling, cleaning. Sick of paneling? Call me, have refer­ ences. 693-2909 For Sale Automotive PAINTING By Mike and Rebecca Lydy. Residential and business, interior or exterior. 948-2649.__________________ 1988 FORD TOPAZ air, tilt, cruise, 4 door, 40,000 miles on ’89 motor. $2,300. Call Josh after 5pm. 891 1332.________ STEP AEROBIC CLASSES for men &. women, 16 years <&. older. $35.00 for 10 classes or $4.00 per class. Page Elemen­ tary. Monday, Wednesday A Thursday. 6:30-7;45p.m. ACE Certified Instructor For more information call 795-3930. IT FORD BRONCO H XLT 4X4, auto, air, tape, cruise, and tilt, very clean. $6300. 795-2242.__________________ 1990 FORD PROBE GL 24,000 MILES, LADY OWNED, EXCELLENT SHAPE/CLEAN. BRIGHT BLUE COLOR, GRAY INTERIOR, AIR, TILT, ( RUsE, STEREO CASSET­ TE, 4 WAY DRIVER SEAT, ELECTRIC MIRRORS, MANUAL TRANSMISSION, BOOKS AT $8,000, MAKE ME AN OFFER. 945-2090 AFTER 5P.M. OR LEAVE MESSAGE ANYTIME. TRIPLE CHECK TAX AND ACCOUNTING SERVICE. WE OFFER A COMPLETE ACCOUNTING AND TAX SERVICE. 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Ask for Vicky at 891-1066. Miscellaneous CLASSIFIED AD RATES REMINDER: $4.40 for 1st 5 words; 12< each word thereafter. MAPLE VALLEY: $2.20 for 1st 5 words; 10c each word thereafter. SUN & NEWS: S2.75 for 1st 5 words; 10c each word thereafter. LAKEWOOD NEWS: $2.75 for 1st 5 words; 10c each word thereafter. BANNER: $2.00 for 1st 5 words; 10c each word thereafter. WEEKENDER: $250 for 1st5 words; 10c each word thereafter. •50c bookkeeping charge for want ads not paid within 7 days. PLACE A CLASSIFIED ANYTIME, 24 HOURS A DAY. 7 DAYS A WEEK BY CALLING 948-4450. (TOUCH TONE PHONES ONLY) FOR LEASE OFFICE/ WAREHOUSE C-2 zoning, prime M-37 frontage, 1,000 to 1,800 sq. across from future McDonald’s in Caledonia. Call 698-9122 or 891-2277. Pets MUST FIND GOOD HOME for large, loveable dog. Excel­ lent companion for adults or family with older children. Free. Call Ron after 6:00 pm at 795-9011. Wanted STEINWAY GRAND PIANO WANTED: (only). Any age, any condition. Will pay cash and pickup. 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For free information about child safety seats and Primerica Financial Ser­ vices’ “Operation Baby Buckle." call the Operation Baby Buckle hotline at 404497-6166 for a “Pebbles Flintstone Safety Kit’ or write P.O. Box 14145, Atlanta. GA 30324-1145 For free information about refrigerator ice mak­ ers. call Whirlpool toll-free, 24 hours a dav. seven days a week: 1-800-253-1301 ALL TYPES OF TOWING & AMOCO MOTORCLUB ! ~ ctHOUR SERVICE. 7 DAYS A WEEK - J / r Gmng people of the area another choice, i i ‘1ft WE WILL ALSO HAUL I ■ -IOJUNK AWAY! I Weekday hours 7 til 6 ASK ABOUT OUR SPECIAL OF THE DAV — PARK IH REAS — It’s been a long day at work; you’re tired and you’re hungry You: A. crawl into bed with an old copy of Moby Dick B do a few sit-ups and fix a fourcourse meal C. dial out for pizza delivery? If you picked “C." you are not alone. Pizza is an American favorite. as much a part of our culinary cul­ ture as hot dogs and apple pie. Connoisseurs across the country prize the pizza pie. and are rapturous over the convenience of home delivery. When do most of those deliveries take place? Seven p m. is the magic hour, with Friday and Sat­ urday as prime pizza eat­ ing days Most pizza orders are placed by women. What will most pizza lovers have on that pie Fresh vegetables? Small, salty fish? Pepperoni” The little rounds of spicy sau­ sage are America’s favorite pizza topping An average of 42 slices of pepperoni make their way into Ameri­ can homes atop each deliv­ ered Pizza Hut pie. When placing their or­ ders, pizza lovers say cheese Pizza wouldn't be pizza without plenty of creamy, bubbly mozzarella cheese The nation’s larg­ est user of mozzarella. 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The regional landfill proposal has been the subject of public meeting* several time* during the last few months, with representative* of Hasting* Sanitary Service explaining their plan, and the public telling them of concern* and opposition. The Barry County Solid Waste Planning Committee, which was appointed by the County Board, ba* been studying a proposed smendnrnt to the solid waste plan that would allow the expansion. That board is expected to give the final amendment to the Barry County Board of Commissioners along with it* recommendation soon. At issue is a plan to quadruple the intake of the landfill by accepting solid waste from a dozen surrounding counties, something prohibited by the current agreement on solid waste management for the county. The counties included in the amendment, in addition to Barry, are Allegan, Calhoun. Clinton. Eaton. Ionia. Kalamazoo, Kent, Jackson. Ingham. Montcalm. Ottawa and Van Buren. The landfill is owned by Anthony Soave from Detroit, and is part of a large group of companies that includes predominately waste management businesses in the state Critics of the proposal to increase the size of the North Broadway facility say they are concerned that the increased activity at the site will pollute the air, water and streams and nearby wetlands. In public forums, those opposed also have said they were concerned about having the expanded landfill so close to the city of Hastings, and they object to the size of trucks needed for such an operation. They also wanted to know who would monitor the dumping to prevent toxic waste and pollution. Also named as a concern has been the possibility of filling the county’s only licensed landfill by outcounty waste and leaving Barry County residents to look for another site to take their garbage Steve Balagna, vice president of corporate development for City Management Corp., which is also owned by Soave, said expanding the landfill from 30.3 to 48 acres and becoming a regional facility is necessary for the landfill to See Landfill aipantton. Paga 2 Staff Water Voters in both Freeport and Middleville have primary elections for village officials scheduled for Monday. Feb. 2I The outcomes of these elec lions will determine who will be on the ballots at the general elections that are set for Mon­ day. March 14. Voters must declare their political party of preference for these primary elections. Those voting on the Democratic ticket will not have to choose to eliminate any candidates because more seats are available for the positions than the number of people running. However, on the Republican party ticket in both villages, voters will have to pick only the number of candidates to fill available positions According to Middleville Village Clerk Cheryl Hooper, if someone marks their ballot as straight Republican, it will be invalid. That would indicate that the voter did not eliminate anyone from the running in the general election and there would be more Republican candidates than there are seats for This applies in both Freeport and Middleville In the Freeport Republican race. Art Bennett and Rich Kunde are running for village president. Current President Lyle Blough is not on the ballot Incumbent Treasurer Dorothy Kelly is being challenged by Joni Morey There are no candidates for village clerk which is current­ ly filled by Diana McGuire Blough reminds voters that candidates can be written in on either the primary or general election. Six people are running for three, four-year trustee posi­ tions on the council including incumbent Gary Dutcher, and newcomers Mary Eaton. Con­ nie Geiger Allred. Wes Lewis. Tim Nicholson, and Rachel Smelker. Doug Conger is the lone Democrat and will run against the GOP winners in the |general election. Current Assessor Gordon Yoder is running unopposed In the Middleville Republican primary, both | Village President Lon Myers iand Village Clerk Cheryl Hooper are running unopposed i The candidate for village itreasurer. John Mugridge cur rently serves as a trustee He is unopposed Gary Rounds, who has served as treasurer tor 20 years, deckled not to run for the position again Trustee Jim French is the only candidate for a two year term on the council Four candidates on the Republican ticket are running for three, four year term council scats. They include current Prcsi dent Pro-Tcm Jim Oliver and newcomers Kethcrine F.n etnas. William Scott Miller, and Gerald Slagray The three primary winners will face off with Democrat Ed Shellmger who h currently a village council trustee in the general election. CMS students share exchange with Wayland Jr. High by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Some Caledonia and Wayland students are visiting each others' schools to see what kinds of things arc go­ ing on in their neighbors' "houses.” Instructional aide Lori Trutsch, who is the Wayland Junior High Student Council advisor, initiated the ex­ change, so that her council members could get a picture of what's going on in a neighboring school and re­ turn to Wayland with new ideas. She brought a group of seventh-grade students to Caledonia Middle School in January, and decided she'd like another teacher to join the exchange program. ' That other person turned out to be me.” smiled Sue Brewer, who teaches special education in Wayland, and also in Martin and Hopkins. She was at Caledonia Middle School last week with six Wayland eighth­ graders who were touring CMS and visiting classes with their Caledonia coun­ terparts. "I think I was chosen as the other chaperone because I'm chairwoman of our North Central Accreditation Committee," she said. She explained that the Wayland district also is working on making a change from a "traditional" junior high program to a middle school program. "Right now, for instance, we re still operating with the six-classes-a-day, onc-hourper-class schedule," she said. "We re interested in seeing how Caledonia Middle School is working with its block classes, with common planning time for teachers, and in general with a pro­ gram that allows it to be a school designed specifically for the middle school-aged student.” During their visit, the Wayland student* joined CMS student guides, who showed their guests around the school, took them to classes and answered ques­ tions The visitors stayed for lunch, and then boarded their bus to return to their own school. There, they will be asked to share their observations with the rest of the Student Council. "We hope they’ll see things at Caledonia that they might do at Wayland, but we also hope they'll see their school is doing some good things that maybe Caledonia doesn’t do," Brewer said. "It's good to realize where we need to change, but we also need to realize what things in our program are things we want to keep." The Wayland students commented on the Caledonia Middle School facility, which is a newer building than thews, and on the newer computers at CMS. They had noted that the CMS ad­ visory class is scheduled at the beginning of the school day, while theirs is held in the middle of the day. The See Studant atchanging, P. 2 In This Issue.... • TK band boosters raising money for Disney trip • Dutton talent shows off at annual program Eighth-groders from Woylond Junior High visited Caledonia Middle School lost week os port of an ex­ change between the two schools. The visiting students and CMS students who acted os their guides for the morning were Alison Gould (front, left), Katie McBride Som Choryan N»ck Boncher Andrea Sc bloop, Kevin Manning (middle row left). Billy Buell Jenny Curry. Kora Kedde Sarah Born. Wayland teacher Sue Brewer (bock row. left) Philip Snyder, Mike Sen nek er Laura Wisniewski Brian Hammer, Shannon Walter. Paula Ponzegrou. CMS Principal Clark Volz, Lilly Hawkins and Steve UyL • Hoekstra supports $9.7 billion for earthquake relief • Caledonia village planning commission recommends rezoning �_^age 2 I The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml / February 8. 1994 LANDFILL EXPANSION, remain competitive The landfill u tie smallest in the Southwestern Michigan area, according to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources Balagna has said expansion would keep price* down (or Barry County residents by spreading the cost of doing business over more tonnage. Environmental protection could be handled by the local health department with certification by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. Balagna said All out-county waste will be the subject of a surcharge that would be passed on to the county and another royalty that would go to the township in which the landfill is located. T hat money could be used to pay for monitoring and to provide residents with household hazardous waste disposal opportunities, he said. In addition. Balagna said the expansion would provide continued from front — for 20 years of capacity guaranteed for Barry County residents, and anything endangering that would stop the dumping of waste from other counties The procedure to expand the coverage area of Hastings Sanitary Service is as follows •|An amendment to the current solid waste management agreement is presented to the Barr} County Board of Commissioners. That was done by Balagna and Ken Neil, manager and former owner of the landfill, but anyone can propose such an amendment • The County Board nominates and appoints a panel of 14 interested parties to study the amendment and make its recommendation. The County Board may accept the amendment, reject it or sent it back for further study. On the panel are representatives from the solid waste industry. STUDENT EXCHANGING, use of the advisory class is the subject of some debate al Wayland, they said, so they were interested in how it worked at CMS. At CMS. the advisory class operates like a tradi­ tional 'homeroom" period. However, it also provides the time for a special pro­ gram designed Io create a Close relationship between the students and staff. Brewer, who toured both the middle school and Cale­ donia High School during her visit, said she had seen "lots of things" she wanted to discuss with her Wayland colleagues, and added they environmental organizations, county government, township government, city government, an industrial waste generator, the local health department and the public. Also asked for in the committee makeup is a representative from a regional solid waste planning committee. Since there is no such planning committee in the county, that slot was left empty • If the County Board votes to reject the amendment to the plan, the proposal for the expansion fails • If the commissioners vote to accept it, it then goes to all units of government in the county, such as township boards, village councils and city councils, for a vote. There are 21 such units in the county. • To pass, two-thirds (or 14) of the units must approve the amendment. • If fewer than two-thirds approve the proposed amendment, it fails. TK Middle School ‘Students of the Month' The Thornapple Kellogg Middle School has announced the Students of the Month for December Those in sixth grode include (front, from left) Tiffany Beuschel, Jason DeLille, Kara Farrell, Crystal Giordoni, and Elizabeth Hillman (center, from left) Bonnie Hickel, Amanda Hirons. Nicolas Hutchens, and Daniel Kiel; and (back, from left) Jeremy Klinge. Nolan Miklusicak Sarah Schut Nicholas Seamann, Justin Sherman, and Julie Weaver. continued from front were kxiking forward to hav­ ing the Caledonia students visit them. CMS Principal Clark Volz said he liked the idea of the student exchanges, and echoed Brewer s hopes for what the visits might ac­ complish. "It will be a good thing for us to get outside our schcxil and see what's going on elsewhere." he said "We come and go here without much realization of how things are done in other schools. I think this ex­ change will be good for our kids, not only because they’ll sec how their school can improve, but also be­ cause they'll get an idea of areas where their school just might be doing a good job.” Planning meeting set for Heritage Day‘94, Feb. 15 Plans for this year’s Heritage Day are already in Triple Check — — Tax Service We are set up to handle'ALL INCOME TAX needs We are able to do your personal, small business, l artnership or Corporation returns. 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Nicholas Den nison, Christopher Dennison, Erin Deschoff, and Doniel Finkbeiner. (center, from left) Maryanna Hoeksma, Lynda Holes, Brooke Holzhausen, and Scott Hun­ tington; and (back, from left) Gwen Jeurink, Rachel Krikke, Alice Matson, Brian McKeown, Brian Seger, and Jamie Wachtor. Not pictured is Kerri Kempema. MEMBER OF IaAM NSPA ■SC • INDIVIDUALS • CORPORATIONS • PARTNERSHIPS • FARMS • BUSINESS • ACCOUNTING • PAYROLLS ELECTRONIC FILING (Federal & State) Fnunojipi^ -9c«ntle This year we have been accepted to participate in the federal as well as the ‘State of Michigan Electronic Filing. 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Middleville, Ml / February 8, 1994 I Page 3 Two Middleville snowmobilers pass special safety class by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Snowmobilers have revell­ ed mjhe winter weather so far this year. The amounts of snow that have blanketed Michigan have turned the landscape into a Superintendent’s Corner b,.. Steve Garrett Superintendent of Thornapple Kellogg TV- Turn off discussed Schools need to take a stronger stand in educating their con­ stituencies about the negative aspects of unrestricted te levisionwatching (juu fall, the Appeal Elementary School in Hun tington. Maryland, introduced a new program called TV Turn (MT. ” The idea was to ask students and their families to pledge to set aside at least one day per week for the entire school year as a day in which the TV would not be watched • This was viewed as an important component of their parent involvement program, the concept being that less television watching would result in more interaction between parents and their children, more discussion and involvement by parents in their educational program Approximately 85 families pledged a TV-less day each week This year the number of families has grown to over 200 m a school with an enrollment of about 500 students It is felt that time not watching television is time spent in more creative pursuits, even in talking with parents and brothers and sisters Now. many families report multiple nights without TV A recent study by the Carnegie Commission on Young Adolescents looked at how young people spent their diacre lionary time after school It found that nearly 21 percent of that uiiH was spent watching television, while only five percent was spent in academic pursuits. The National Association of Elementary School principals in the publication “Report to Parents” stated that, “ft’s hard to believe, but by the end of elementary school the average American child has watched 8,(XX) murders and 100.000 acts of violence on television — in­ cluding children’s programs. ” This makes us question the type of behavior we are reinforcing. This is not to say that there are many valuable things on television, there are. And television can provide a very valuable resource in the education of our children. TV brings the world to our living rooms. What 1 would ask is that we be selective, that we do not just let our children turn on the TV and watch for hours whatever comes on. Pick some programs together with your children, watch them with your children and then hold a discussion about them. And importantly, when they are over, turn the TV off. Watching less TV improves the frequency and the quality of interaction between family members, as well as the use of creativity in the exploration of alternative forms of leisure ac­ tivities. And. very important to the educational process, it pro­ vides an opportunity to apply skills learned at school We live in a television society, which has resulted in a vast majority of American households becoming places where peo­ ple stare at an electronic box, have little meaningful com­ munication with each other, and do little to extend their children’s learning. We can change all that by simply turning a switch •Information taken from a letter to the editor in February 2nd edition of Education Week written by Ted Haynie. Prin­ cipal. Appeal Elementary School. Huntington. MD snowmobiler s playground But. that playground does have rules and guidelines for safety and courtesy that are meant to benefit both snowmobilers and others. Two Middleville area residents Gail Kenyon and 12-year-oW Enc Bender have just successfully completed a class that familiarize them with their winter recreation This class. Snowmobile Safety and You. was designed by the Department of Natural Resources and taught in con junction with area snowmobile clubs. In fact, the Wayland Snowmobile Association, the active club in this area, asks that all of its members who are 12 years and older take this class Successful completion nets each of the students a cer­ tification card that indicates that they are aware of snowmobile safety, according Eric Bender and Gail Kenyon ore ready Io ride now that they have passed their snowmobile safety class. to association member Kim Bender (Eric’s mother). ’Snowmobiles have gotten a bad reputation with many of the people who don’t ride because of the behavior of a few riders who don’t follow TK Band Boosters raising money for Disney World trip The Thomapple Kellogg Band Boosters have two fund raisers going now The Thomapple Kellogg High School Symphonic and Cadet Bands are heading for Disney world in June The Boosters, in an effort to raise more money for this trip, have hand warmers for sale for $1 per pair al most Mid dleville area merchants and continue to collect Spartan product labels Donations to help out with funding for the Florida trip can also be made to the Band Boosters according to member John Loftus. Mark Worth, owner of the Bushwacker, donated $45 to the fund Anyone else who would like to help out by making a dona­ tion can call John Loftus at 9498 safety guidelines and courtesy.” Kim explained “We would recommend that all snowmobilers take a class like this, follow what they learn, and hopefully, help others develop a more positive attitude about snowmobiling.” she said The class covers everything about snowmobiles from "soup-to-nuts.” including history of the sport; parts. maintenance, repair, and trouble shooting, machine preparation, riding, field practice, and clothing needs, laws governing the sport, and snowmobilers* respon sibilities. ethics. and safety code The next safety classes arc not scheduled until next season, but. anyone interested in finding out more can con M kun BmAN M 'MS 4X91 Get The Jump On Financial Planning Caledonia OES to meet Caledonia Chapter No. 97. Order of Eastern Star, will have its regular business meeting tonight (Feb. 8) at 7:45 p.m. There were 13 members present at the January meeting to help plan the group's 100th anniversary celebration this summer Members who would like to help are en­ couraged to come to tonight's meeting. Lunch will be served by Shirley and Harvey Cowham. Since 1981 - Only One is “The Original” t Country^Peddler ' Show©*^ . One of a kind 18th & 19th century heirlooms of INe future Folk Art Craft Show & Sale Kalamazoo County Fairgrounds Feb. 18(Fri.) 4pm-9pm Feb. l9(Sat.) 9am-5pm Feb. 20(Sun.) Adults Working with your current income and future goals, our helpful, professional staff will assist you in developing a plan you’re comfortable with. Look before you leap, and you’ll be assured of a happy landing. *5® 2-12 yrs. *2® 11am-4pm QAVF *" * Present’tTiTs’acTreceive SAVE $1 OFF Jj) | one admission Kalamazoo, mi each ad Kalamaz F« note irwortnai»on Ametcan Mt mc*es inc You’ll be flying blind if you take off without a sound financial plan. See us to set up a schedule of savings and investing. 627 MAIN ST 3205 68th ST. SE. 303 ARLINGTON CALEDONIA DUTTON TATE MIDDLEVILLE 891-8113 698-6337 795-3361 ANK _ ALEDONIA Af 3 Locanons Open AS Day Monday thru Friday arid Id Noon on Saturday �Page 4 I The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml I February 8.19M Neighbors With.. NORMA VELDERMAN I found that the news this week was a faulty cassette I grabbed one that couldn't be recorded on m error My hus­ band keeps saying I am too old to handle this modem electronic stuff I agree that I have difficulty with some things and am slower to catch on. I never realized how much you use your eyes to see w ith Sounds nutty, doesn't it? But. I can now call this eye changes God's blessmg I am being forced to find other means of seeing than with my eyes, like my fingers instead I have heard it many times that when you lose one sense, others take over to help you — if you will slop mourning over the km of that sense and start training your other senses Last week was a very rebellious week for me I was trying to get some of the other senses to take over, but my resentment at not having my sight got in the way I was feeling very picked on. and badly treated I literally ex­ ploded or had what I call a childish temper tantrum I tried twice to type the news, finally throwing each copy away Not until the next morning at four a.m. could I sit quietly down and relax my frustra­ tions Then I listened and listened until I had gotten quiet enough to hear his small voice So I just let go of the problem and did something knowing that He would give me the solution w hen I would really listen Thanks folks, for your car­ ing and understanding with such wonderful patience Actually . January is usually a slow news momth. I usually manage to call most of you. barring busy lines or no answer Most of January . 1 would get no more than six items Two weeks ago we had the Thomapple Heritage Associa­ tion at our home w ith Johnny doing all the work. He did a wonderful job. It was nice to have them here They are all quite a nice group and I enjoy meeting with them This week Johnny and I are dogsitting for son David, hav­ ing Alex with us for two weeks while David goes to Great Falls. Minn, for the testing of some transmissions for GM Then next week he will be m Mexico for some more testing. Dave brought his electric keyhoard to play around with. It has a computer and disks to learn to play many songs. So now I have another challenge to meet I have to learn to play notes, position of the notes by feel­ ing He put a round sticker on middle C. With the room dark and my eyes closed I am forc­ ing my head and fingers to do chorus, scales, and feeling each position What makes it so nice is that I can add other music fill-in to make the bor­ ing chords musical. At the same time. I am using the sound and keyboard to strengthen my grumbling fingers He brought his ear phones so poor Johnny doesn't go crazy with the noise Then, last week uhen my Braille teacher. George, came. I found that the two weeks I had not worked on Braille made it so I couldn't recall a lot of the letters. Now I listen to the tapes that George made for me to test my memory He spaced his saying of the dots and I have to give the letters before he says the next letters. After working two or three times a moming and three times in the afternoon they came back. But now my goals is to be able to learn each segment of the tape before he says the next letter. Believe it or not my head is beginning to enjoy the challenge During the bad storms and cold streaks, our daily walks got stopped with the severe cold and ice. Johnny came up with the wonderful idea of cautiously walking out to Cay’s bam and walking in there Johnny doesn t have to lead me By* going ahead. I can follow his dark slacks against the white of the snow I know where everything is in the bam. Cay keeps it so clean and orderly , and the hay smells so good I feel more springy and 1 can go by myself and not have to follow behind him When we first did it the two dogs just stood there and watched the crazy people stepping out with the big strides, moving bnskly to get our hearts working faster, while at the same time smell Continued next page - LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church — Serving a Living Lord SUNDAY 9 45a m , 11 00a m k 6.00p.m. WEDNESDAY.......................... Family Fellowship Prayer it Bible Study 7 00 p m 7240 Mth Street, SE - Caledonia 2 mile* east of M-37 Pastor. Rev Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor. Darrel L Schrock Music, Jeffery C. Vander Heide FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville Bruce N. Stewart, Pastor Lee Taylor, Assistant Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Wonhip Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid Week Prayer Word ot Life Clubs WELCOME TO CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH A church with a caring heart for our community and the world" Sunday Services...... 9:30a.m. & 6:00 p.m. M-37 at 100th St., Caledonia. Ml Church Office: (616) 891-1512 Rev. Gerald Van Oyen Al Tiemeyer Community Calling 9:45 11:00 6:00 6:45 6:45 a.m. a.m. p.m. p.m. p.m. J Garnet United Brethren Church Kalamazoo Avenue at 92nd Street Caiedotua Teiephone Mkhinan 596-8252 ~—M'-M ~ LAKESIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH CHRISTIAN REFORMED 6201 Whitneyville Avenue Sunday School...........................9:30 a m. Sun. Morning Worship........... 10:30 a.m. Evening Service........................ 6:00 p.m. Rev. Bernard Mulder, Pastor 868-6306 LEIGHTON UNITED METHODIST ' jF Pastor Mark Beers Pastor Scott Taylor Reaching People With Christ 8.30 am to 9:30 am — First Worship Service 9:30 am to 9:45 am — Coffee Fellowship 9 45 am to 10 45 am - Sunday School 10:45 am to 11:00 am — Coffee Fellowship 11 00 am to 12 00 — Second Worship Service Nursery and Childrens Church unll be provided during both services "Set an uumpta In tpeech. M Mu. tn low tn tarth and m purity ' 1 Timothy 4:12 Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Sunday Morning Worship (Interpreted for hearing impaired)............... 9:30 am. Sunday School.......................................................... 11:10a.m. Sunday Evening Service.............................................6:30p.m. Pioneer Club (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday..................... 6:30 p m. Prayer Meeting - Wednesday...........................7:00 p m Youth Fellowship - Sunday............................. 5:00 p m RAY TOWNSEND. Pastor o^o TIM DOUBLESTEIN. Youth Director 891 -8028 MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH 708 West Main Street Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Morning Worship Service........... 10.00 a m Sunday School..............................11 15 am Evening Worship Service................6:00 pm. Rev. James Cusack Phone 891-9259 Rev Roger Timmerman. Pastor MIDDLEVILLE and PARMELEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES 8546 Whimevviiie Ave cr 84m St *891-8661 'The Church where oreotxxh is somebody ana Jesus Chnsf is Lord" 111 Church Street Rev. Bobby Dale Whitlock Sunday School Wednesday Night “Family Night” School Youth Group and Adult Claaan For information call: St. Paul Lutheran MISSOURI SYNOD (Come join our family ... Gods family) Kraft Ave. & 84th St., Caledonia, Ml Sunday Morning Worship Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto, Michigan 49302 Phone 795-7076 8 30 a m. *45 afn 1100 am Rev. Robert Gerke 891-8688 Office / 891-8978 Church GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 12200 Chief Noonday Road (at Gun Lake) Wayland Michigan 49348 • 7*5-7903 Barrier Free / Programs for All Ages Sunday Worship 10:00 am Sunday School Wednesday Family Sight’ 6 00 p m Church Office Phone - 795-9266 Cornerstone Wesleyan Church Paaor Jeffrey Lee 891-8119 Rev. Lynn Wagner — 795-3798 Rev. Carroll Fowler — 765-5316 (Tl|c Did (Timr JHrtl}i)dial (Church Sendees — Sunday Scnooi lOcOOa.m Morning Worship.............................. 1100a.m Evening Worship 600p.m. 9:45-10:45 6:45-8:15 Includes Adventure Club. Chotn fur Children and Atkiliv H.gh Parmelee Morning Worship.......... 9 30 a m Middleville Sunday School............ 9 45 a m Middleville Worship..................... 1100 a m. “God Cares for You" Church School.................... 9:30 a.m. Choir Practice 9:30am. Meeting at the Comer of Worship Service............... 10:30 am. Wood School Rd. and Wing Rd. 250 Vine Street Church Office 891-8669 Parsonage 891*8167 Children i Church Youth Worship during morrnng urvicw Caraway St puppet ministry for K4th during evening tcrvicn 795-3667 WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH Sundoy School................. *30 am Sanaa* Morreng Wonrgp................. <0 30 a m Surx»y Evening Worship.......................600 p.m Wea kAdwee* Troyer a toe 9udy. 700 p m aw eaor Jookx Aattr Stwejxwrt rouftAanr jxne» Use Dr UNITED METHODIST Sunday Worship Services...... 8:30 or 11:00,6:00 YOU ARE INVITED Saturday Evening Mass.......................... 5:00 p.m Sunday Mass..................... 9-00 a m A 11 00 a.m CALEDONIA Peace Reformed Church Barrier Free • M 37 between Caledonia & Middleville Sunday School 10 00 a m. Morning Worship 11 00 a m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m Wednesday Prayer Meeting/ Children's Classes 7 00 p.m Rovk Ballard, Pastor - 868-6437 - The Reorganized CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST of Latter Day Saints 8146 68th St near Whitneyville Ave . o % * Church School, ^ncu. Mommg Worship Evening Wtxship Wed Fellowship 1000am .11 00 a m. .6 00 p m 7 30 pm (m home* or church) call Pastor Lloyd DeVormer Sr. 897-7407 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I February 8, 1994 I Page 5 Thomas • Rolison exchange vows Kon Lynn Thomas and Scott Richard Rolison were united in marriage Nov. 6. 1993 at First United Methodist Church in Hastings The bride is the daughter of Don and Eddy Sue Thomas The groom i» the son of Richard and Sue Rolison. all of Middleville Cher Brocket, friend of bride, served as matron of honor Jamie Rolison and Ki lee Thomas served as bridesmaids Best man was Randy Bender Groomsmen were Jason Terpening and Brian Thomas Ring bearer was Mark Roll son Flower girl was Heidi Van Deusen. cousin of the bride Ushers were Josh Thomas NEIGHBORS, continued from Page 4 ing the clean smell of hay We still get in some exer­ cise each day in spite of the nasty weather Maybe we are having dif­ ficult weather here but we aren't having earthquakes or floods. I feel we Michiganders are fortunate to live here It is a pretty good state to live in in all kinds of weather Mary Martin said that son Larry and family from Goshen. Indiana, came last Sunday for the Martin belated Christmas They gut together Ten Year Level Term Ute Insurance: LowCost Peace Of Mind ton Year Lml term Me mswance from Autodwnari « devgnad to giw you peace of mnd without putting » fnancMl bunton on your tantoy men J.L. Schwartz Insurance Agency "Our Policy is Service** 497 Arlington St. (M-37) Middleville. Ml 49333 Call: 795-3302 or 891-8208 at Marilyn's and had a very good time This year Larry and his family went to spend Christmas with her family in Russ Bender said that their daughter Beverly and husband are coming to tay with him for three days Her husband had to wait to get in his office building until the building was checked to see if it was safe I talked with Nellie Solomon She says things are going well with them Thelma Carl went to Grand Rapids this last weekend to help her nephew Calvin Carl celebrate his birthday When I got a hold of Stauf fers. I talked to Barb She said that the terrible weather we had the other week didn’t stop her dad from going out to drive the rent-a-cars back to their home base. I am glad that I didn't have to do it Katie Wiennga said that all of the members of the im­ mediate family went to Bill’s wedding reception in Kalamazoo Saturday One in­ teresting thing is tht his wife was one of nine children, as was bill. Megan Oliver said that her brother Scott was coming home over the weekend from college. She seemed very hap­ py to tell me about it. Cathy Williamson said that she is now back to selling real estate. She was looking for­ ward to doing that job again. It was always a job that she enjoyed Well folks. 1 guess that is it for the week. Hope you folks don't let your stumbling blocks get to you. Make them into stepping stones. I am fascinated with the new, at least new to me. Quanta energy and the Holographic universe. Quanta energy is a new discovery by very dedicated doctors, who are discovering the healing effects of this sub­ atomic energy as light waves. 1 don't claim to understand the quantam theory , but the little that 1 have read challenges my concept think­ ing of the universal form of energy Visit with you next week. A great big hug to all of you. SUNS'ATIONS and Mike Buxton The reception followed at the Barry County Expo. After a cruise in the Cam bean the couple now resides in Hastings. ENGAGEMENTS DeGroot-Moore Mr and Mrs Jack DeGroot of Nashville, are proud to an­ nounce the engagement of their daughter Jody Nicole to Jeffrey Alan Moore son of Mr and Mrs Orvin Moore also of Nashville. They are both 1991 graduates of Maple Valley High School. Jeff will be graduating from Lansing Community College in April. Jody plans to attend Ferris State University in the fall. A July 16 wedding is being planned Sarvers to celebrate 50 years together Junior and Ruth Sarver of Caledonia will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on February 26 with friends and family. No gifts, please. Their children ore Ron and Barb VandenToorn, Joe and Sue Sarver, Randy and Shirley Meekhof, Doug and Nancy Vander Loon, Gordon, Phil, Ted. Tony, and Shelly. Also, seventeen grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. SORE FEET / ANKLES? Assignment Accepted! Medicare, B.C.B.S., PPO, HMO Diabetics • Adult & Children Foot Problems KENT PODIATRY Terrence J. Emiley, D.P.M. 612 Main Street in Caledonia “Sounds of Joy” to perform at area church On Sunday. Feb. 13. at 6 pm.. Redeemer Covenant Church will host a concert with the group ' Sounds of Joy . " The community is in­ vited to worship and praise God with this diverse vocal ensemble The "Sounds of Joy” are dedicated Christians from all over southwestern Michigan, and from various denomina­ tional backgrounds Their songs feature sacred music of contemporary composers and updated arrangements of mans old favorites The con­ cert will be held at the Dutton Christian Middle School, on Hanna Lake Avenue, just north of 68th Street in Dutton | has expanded I by adding Call...891-9133 From Your Heart to Theirs... for Valentine’s Day 4 Roses • Fresh Arrangements • Plants • Candy Balloons • Silk Arrangements PRICED FOR ALL BUDGETS Extended Hours for Valentine’s Day 8:30 a.m. - 8 p.m. Monday, Feb. 14 8:30 a.m. • 6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 12 Delivery Service Available ...to Middleville, Hastings, Alto, Wayland, Caledonia and the Kent County Airport Business District Now to serve We Wire Flowers Treat your Valentine Sweetheart to a GIFT CERTIFICATE where the sun shines all the time - and don’t forget to treat yourself. YOU DESERVE THE BEST TOO! Thee Place for TANNING and NAILS" 891-4040 i ‘iJPo/iaP & Qifjt Shop — Regular Hours — Mon thm Thure 8 30 am to 6 pm Fri. Til 8 p.m.; Sat 9 am to 3 p m 795-3331 1045 Arlington . (M-37) Middleville m Paatoon Skopptn< Plaza �Page 6 / The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / February 8. 1994 ‘92 TK graduate achieves Hillsdale College honor roll LeAnne Zawierucha. a 1992 graduate of Thomapplc Kellogg High School, has been recognized for academic excellence on the Dean's List al Hillsdale College during the first semester Inorder to be on the Dean's List, a student must have at least a 3 4 grade point average out of 4 0 points LcAnne. who m in her se­ cond year of college, is the daughter of Gerald and Linda Barnhill of Freeport, and John and Lois Zawierucha of Hastings She is majoring in early childhood education and rumoring in math and English In addition. lx Anne works in the college Public Relatums department and also is an of­ ficer in her college sorority. Pi Beta Phi lx Anne was a member of the National Honor Society during high school She finished eleventh in her graduating class During her summers. LeAnne Zawierucha lx Anne lives in Freeport and works at the Tyler Creek Recreation Area Hillsdale College which is located in Hillsdale. Mich., is a private four year liberal arts school with enrollment of about I . 1 10 full time students Caledonia graduate named to K College dean’s list Dawn Ngo of Caledonia point average, or above, on a was among the more than 220 scale of 4 0 Ngo. a senior, is the students who were named to the Kalamazoo College dean's daughter of Mr and Mrs list for the last academic Loon V Ngo. 7079 Old Lantern Drive. She is a quarter To achieve the honor, graduate of Forest Hills Cen­ students must earn a 3.5 grade tral High School BOOKS, BOOKS, BOOKS Caseys to celebrate 50 years together In honor of their 50th wedding anniversory, the children and grandchildren of Rex and Veto Casey request the pleasure of your company at an open house on Sunday. Feb. 13, at the Hope Township Hall, 5463 Wall Lake Rd. (M-43), from 1 to 4 p.m. Absolutely no gifts, please. We are looking forward to seeing all our friends, neighbors and relatives in celebration of this event. Rex and the former Veto I. Rice were married on Feb. 12, 1944. Lifelong residents of rural Hastings, the Caseys reside at 2510 Campground Rd. MAINSTREET MIDDLEVILLE ntADC antiqued & Boofad • ANTIQUES • • Collectibles* • Papwback • •Swap* Downtown Middleville • 795-8800 HOURS Tuesday Saturday 11 to 5; Today night tiH 8 p.m STEP AEROBICS for the Beginner Held tatke McFall All-Parpose Room Tuesday & Friday 3:45-4:45 ’150 per single class or '24.00 tor I classes. Step benches available for rent ’1.00 Str etch excise Certified Instructor... Hamon 795-72734 On Sunday. February 20, 1994 Drew and Jean (Hunt) Anderson will celebrate their 50th wedding anniver sary. They were married on February 19, 1944 at the Methodist Parsonage in Hastings. An open house is being hosted by their children. Mark and Christine Anderson, Scott and Mary Anderson, and Ted and Cynthia McCarty, at the Middle Villa Inn Fireside Room from 2-5 p.m. Your presence is the only gift requested. Local Girl Scouts hold annual Father-Daughter bowling event During this time of year, *hen most fathers are only in­ terested in a football bowls on TV — it is heart warming to see a great turnout for our father-daughter event, said a Girl Scout spokesman The Middleville Girl Scout Father-Daughter Bowling Event was held at the Middle Villa Lanes, Jan 22. Sixty junior and cadette Girl Scouts and their adult partners participated in bowling two games for a variety of prizes The prizes were donated by many area businesses and contributed in making this event a success and very en­ joyable for those who attend cd. said the spokesperson. "It is wonderful to see the Middleville community come together to support such scouting events The following businesses Send Cupid's Arrow Firing with a Flower CALEDONIA AREA JAYCEES VALENTINE’S DAY FLOWER SALE When: Saturday. February 12th Whrc Total Gas Station in Caledonia Rite Aid in Caledonia Old Kent Bank tn Caledonia Andersons to observe 50 years together MCMLMNG ilHt Comet Ijxnes in Grand Rapids Boomtown Video in Caledonia Fundraiser for the Caledonia Area Jay<*»’ 3rd Annual Easter Eeg Hum contributed to this year’s event: Tires-R-Us, (2) free oil changes; Cow Pattie, $10 cer­ tificate; Thomapple Floral, 1% doz. carnation cer­ tificates; Pharmacy Care. $10 certificate, Bob’s Engine Hospital, free oil change; Bruce’s Frame and Align­ ment, a free front wheel align­ ment; Swamp Fox, $10 cer­ tificate; Geuke’s Market, $15 certificate; Otto’s Turkey Farm, a pound of turkey jerky; Bradford White, $20 cash; Gavins, (2) free car wash coupons; Shear Pleasure, free hair cut; Pastoor’s, 30 candy bars; Cappon's Shell Station, (8) 2 liter Pepsi; Crystal Flash. (2) cases 12 cans Coke; Phil’s Pizzeria, $5 certificate; Movie Depot. (2) $5 cer tificates; Four Star Video. $5 certificate; J.L. Schwartz Ins. TK grad makes Adrian dean's list T Thomas Thatcher of Middleville was among the 255 students named to the 1993 fall term dean’s list M Adnan College To achieve this honor, a student must maintain a 3.50 grade point average on a 4 0 scale and carry at least 12 credit hours of classes Thatcher, a senior majoring tn biology, is a 1990 graduate of Thornapple Kellogg High School and the son of Duane and Patricia Thatcher of Grand Rapids Street. Middleville Co., $5 cash; Crystal, too’, free video rental coupon; State Farm Ins. Co., several company logo items; Jet Elec­ tronic, (2) footballs plus (4) logo thermal mugs; Mid­ dleville Girl Scout Neighborhood, (2) boxes Koeze’s candies plus $5 cash prize and several small toy items; Middle Villa Lanes, besides hosting the event. Steve Wiersum donated (2) $10 certificates good for bowling or dining in Middle Villa Inn Restaurant plus several free pop and free french fry coupons “Faye Freeman and John Bremmcr did an excellent job of helping to coordiate prize categories and helping the games run smoothly We kept them busy. The Girl Scouts hope to return again next year," the spokesperson said Stop and see - your choice Is clear. Richard J. Choryan, O.D. DOCTOR OF OPTOMETRY 133 E Main St., Caledonia, Ml 891-9224 pJ AFFORDABLE L Family Dental Care Ronald B. Stegehuis, D.D.S. 891-1240 We welcome new patients. Cl Please call for your appointment ✓f JteTA available Monday-Saturday. ) 9505 Cherry Valley Rd. L -^4 i| z~\ ] „ . Caledonia - on M-37 in the new State Farm Bldg 'usl o/ the ftfg* zMk �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / February 8. 1994 / Page 7 Obituaries Richard F. Mead Walter M. Flynn ALTO Richard F. Mead, 70, of 6391 Whitneyvilte Road, South East, Alto paived away unexpectedly Saturday, January 29, 1994 at Butterworth Hospital. Mr. Mead was bom on June 26, 1923 in Luther the son of Frank Mead and Anona (TiUworth) Mead. Surviving Mr Mead are his wife, Freda (Moore) Mead; children, Sheila Vincent, Trudy and Arlan King, Lydia and Lonnie Rives, Richard A. Mead, Brian Lee Mead; nine grandchil­ dren; two great grandchildren, sisters, Betty Jean Purchase, Darlene Mongar; brother, Lawrence Mead, several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Wednesday, February 2, at the Church of Chnst in Luther Interment North Park Cemetery in Luther. CALEDONIA - Mr Walter M. Flynn, 81, formerly of Caledonia, passed away Friday. January 28, 1994 in Zephyrhills. Florida. Mr. Flynn was born on Janu­ ary 2,1913 in Whitneyville the son of William Flynn and Olive (Hokomb) Flynn. He was a maintenance supervisor at Butterworth Hospital. Surviving Mr. Flynn are his wife, Eleanor (Loring) Flynn; son, Terry and Marianne Flynn of Naples, Florida; grandchil- Ernest W. dren, Robert Flynn. Patricia Quick, Jennifer Flynn, Leigh Flynn, Ronald and Lori Ditmar, three greatgranchildren, brothers. El win and Eileen Flynn, Herbert and Mary Flynn; sister-in-law. Mrs. Alice Flynn; several nieces and nephews. Memorial services were held Saturday at the Caledonia Funeral Chapel. Interment Lakeside Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Butterworth Foundation, Cardiac Research. Shook CALEDONIA - Mr Ernest W. Shook, 74. of 404 East Mam Sued, Caledonia, went to be with his Lord Wednesday, February 2, 1994. Mr. Shook was bom on August 21, 1919 in Caledonia Arthur C. Thede---------------------------WAYLAND - Arthur C. Thede, 98 formerly of Leight­ on Township and Grand Rapids passed away Saturday, February 5, 1994 at Sandy Creek Nursing Center, Wayland Mr. Thede was born onNovember 16, 1895 in leighton Township, Allegan County, the son of John and Emma (Gents) Thede. He graduated from Middleville High School m 1915 In 1919 he took a short course at Moody Bible Institute. He was married to Luellen Klump on June 14, 1919. He farmed until 1960. He was a member of the Farm Bureau from 1922-1980. He served on Leighton District Number 2 School Board; several years as Director on Farmers State Bank Board; Treasurer of Leighton Telephone Company; Treasurer of build­ ing committee of Leighton United Methodist Church when re-building the church in 1930. He served as Sunday School secretary, teacher and superintendent for 24 years in the Leighton United Methodist Church and School. Mr. Thede is survived by two sons, Warren (Ann) Thede of Wyoming and Arden Thede of Wayland; six grandchildren; ten great grandchildren; six great great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews He was preceded in death by his wife, Luellen Thede on May 6, 1991 Funeral and committal services will be held 1:00 P.M. Tuesday, February 8 at the Beeler Funeral Chapel with Reverend Ray Town..end offi­ ciating. Burial will be in Rest Lawn Memorial Park Cemet­ ery, Grand Rapids. Memorial contributions may be made to the Leighton United Methodist Church. Township the son of Harvey K. Shook and VeVa P. Detwiler Shook. He had been a postal carrier for 30 years. Mr. Shook mam cd Virginia L Miller. He was a Veteran of World Wall. A member of the Caledo­ nia United Methodist Church, a life member of the American Legion, life member of the D.A.V., hfe member of the R.C. Hathaway Lodge, life member of the Caledonia Chapter of the Order of Eastern Star, an active member of the Odd Fellows, retired rual letter carrier, member of the R.L.CA. of Michigan. Surviving Mr. Shook are his wife, Virginia; children, Ronald and Rosalie Shook, Phillip and Rosclla Shook, David and Sally Shook, Catherine Sue and Bill VanPortFleet; ten grandchil­ dren; three great grandchildren; brothers, Merle and Ruth Shook, Jay and Eileen Shook; many nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Friday at the Caledonia United Methodist Church with Pastor Bobby Dale Whitlock and Reverend Doctor Robert Wcssman officiating. Interment Lake­ side cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Grand Rapids or the Caledonia United Methodist Church Improvement Fund. Ella P. Fischer__ MIDDLEVILLE - Ella P. Fischer, 87 of Middleville passed away Friday, February 4,1994 at the home of her son. Mrs. Fischer was bom on October 2, 1906 in Brooklyn, New York, the daughter of August and Emma (Hutop) breakfast EGGS • TOAST • PANCAKES MEAT • COFFEE • ORANGE JUICE Sunday, Feb. 13*9 atn-12 Noon Msr Under 12 Adults , cotOWATER ctua^oust I 3*° Bring the Family 1 rJ / and Fnends! io% Discount With Ad STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY Coll us for a quote for ail of your insurance needs • Auto • Life • Health • Home • Business • Investment Caledonia Village Centre 9365 Cherry Valley Avenue Caledonia. Ml 49316 891-9294 Assistant Middleville branch manager named at State Bank of Caledonia Hilger. She attended Middle­ ville Schools, graduating in 1925. She also graduated from Barry County Normal Teach­ ers School. She moved to Middleville in 1942 from Shelbyville. She was married to Julius E. Fischer on August 15, 1929. He preceded her in death April 6, 1960. She was employed at Finkbeiner Elevator in Middleville for 20 years as a secretary. She was a member of After Sixty Club in Middleville and attended Parmalee United Methodist Church. She enjoyed flowers, gardening and making quilts for her family and fnends. Mrs. Fischer is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Elmer and Dorothy Fischer of Middleville; five grandchil­ dren; three step grandchildren; many great grandchildren and cousins. Memorial services will be held M 1:00 P M Wednesday, February 9 at the Parmalee U ruled Methodist Church with Reverend Lynn Wagner and Reverend Stanley Finkbeiner officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Barry Community Hospice or Parmalee United Methodist Church. Visatauoa will be Tuesday, February 8 from 7 to 9 P.M. at the Beeler Funeral Home In Middleville Branch Manager Tim Kelly congratulates Robin Jewett on her promotion to Assistant Branch Manager Robin Jewett has been named assistant bank man­ ager by the State Bank of Caledonia, Middleville branch. Jewett has been with (he bank since she started as a teller four years ago. She. her husband and their two children formerly lived in Middleville and now live in Hastings. "Robin has lending au- Correction — The election to determine whether or not to dissolve the Village of Caledonia will be held March 14, not March 15. as was stated in an article in last week’s Sun and News. The special statewide elec­ tion on March 15 concerns the financing of public school operations, and is completely separate from the March 14 village elections. The Sun and News apologizes for any confusion created by the error. thority, and will be able to fill in whenever I’m out of the office." said Branch Manager Tim Kelly. The addition of an assis­ tant manager assures bank customers that they will have constant service with all of their financial needs, he said. All your hearts desires for your sweetheart! 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March 14, the residents of the Village of Caledonia will vote on whether to disolve the village This is a complicated issue and there are many unknown factors regarding the potential impact of such a move It will have an impact, that is for sure Clearly, we all want to pay lower taxes Will this accomplish that9 I don't know, but following the pro­ perty tax fiasco the State legislature has put us in. 1 don't want to “jump from the frying pan into the fire" with regard to the village question. I urge all village residents to he cautious, ascertain the facts and weigh the relative meats ... *PRIN voting March 14 carefully Then vote your conscience In the interest of clantv and fair debate, however. I am compelled to question the relevance of Mr Robert G. Shomler s letter to the editor in the January 25. edition of the Sun and News. To wrt. the travesty of the special statewide election on hiow to replace the property tax revenues lost through the legislature's irresponsible ac­ tions has nothing whatsoever to do with the Village millage issue. Nor does w bether or not the Caledonia schools were “shorted' in the statewide ac tion. As Mr Shomler is well Letterheads Business Cards Envelopes Brochures Wedding Invitations MORE Quality Printing at Affordable Prices! Call 945-9554 aware the Caledonia School District cuts across the borders of both township and village The same is true of the im­ pact of the “more then 1.400 new residences" creating a greater burden on the schools that is a school district issue, not a township village issue and has no part in this debate One last thing that the village residents should con­ sider and the township board should be taking a public stand on. is that if it is true, as Mr Shomler states, that the township is being forced to consider a desperately needed tax proposal for police and fire protection and general operating What share of increased taxes can the village residents expect to pay for these things if the village and township are consolidated9 And. how will the village address these issues of police and fire pro­ tection if they remain a village9 Which is better? Which is cheaper for village residents? How much is local control worth’ I don't have the answers 1 am truly undecided at this point. 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They have also prompt­ ly and clearly provided responses to questions raised by Save Our Village (SOV) and others W hat deeply troubles me is that SOV has to yet to provide substantial justification for their position except that they will lose their jobs. SOV has demonstrated a genius for ask­ ing a ton of questions, but provides few answers themselves. As an example: SOV asks "Who will sponsor local events9" CCC had explained in their literature, even before the question was asked, that the Legionaires host the Memorial Day and Christmas parades, a separate Township Commission hosts the Fourth of July celebration, and Mr. Aspey of Caledonia Automotive sponsors the Car Show I am also troubled that SOV has only complained that the merger may result in the loss of a little free government money. In fact I was really surprised that it took a local resident to discover what neither the village or the township knew; that the revenue sharing rates change when governments merge to minimize the loss of revenue to the communities The "services" that SOV claims the village is providing is not free. We and local businesses are paying $170,000 in property taxes per year. Neither village nor we can SOV have explained what the village is doing with these property taxes they collect CCC's point was that two thirds of this money is paying local people for committees and services duplicated by the township This is the point of the entire merger proposal Why does the village need to budget $22,000 a year for a village manager we do not have or need? What do they do with the $24,400 in excess property texes they collect9 Why do we have an assessor when all the assessing is done by the township9 Why on earth are we spending $30,000 per year on at­ torneys' fees? So they can talk to themselves as township at­ torneys? Why pay a village clerk to maintain a little com­ puterized voter roll of 500 or so people when the township already does it! SOV claims that by the village controlling the State Street Funds, residents are better off. if so. then why in the past 12 to 14 years has the village not been able to upgrade Terrence. Short. Casey Court, and Mill Streets9 Why is there still ice 6 inches deep on our streets? Why has the village not coor­ dinated with the township and county to get 100th street pav­ ed? The Township did their portion of 100th street long ago I have watched our "Public Works" department in action. I do not think they can compete with the County Garage. I know the Sewer District is a separate self-funded quasi government authority funded by those using it. The money we pay for sewer is supposed to be kept in a bucket separate from our property taxes. But SOV’s recent talk about the sewer plant personnel plowing streets makes me wonder if 99 perhaps the funds are not be­ ing kept apart? We pay for all the maintenance and we will soon experience increases as substantial repairs are made to the aging underground pipes. We can live with the township as well as the village manag ing it and they might be even better custodians. The Consolidate Caledonia Committee wants to cut my property taxes 9 447 mills CCC wants to place me under a government where I get to vote on the level of services I want and all future tex in­ creases There is no special assessments unless we vote for one. I may end up paying the township I to 1.5 mills for new police protection but I can save a net 8 to 9 mills if this passes Save Our Village wants to keep charging me 9 447 mills, reorganize the Village under the "Home Rule" Village Act and charge me up to 15 mills without a vote The Village Council and SOV would never again allow any future possibility of merger with the township In short, it looks to me that the “Save Our Village" slogan is short for "Save Our Village Jobs Ada. Alpine. Byron. Gaines, and Plainfield are a few of the local townships that eliminated their small village governments I would be hap py to vote to pay Caledonia Township an additional amount to operate better and for police protection if I do not have to pay 9.447 mills for the village We do not want to become another Kent City or a Sand Lake Village We better vote "YES" and get out while we can. Garrett Keizer Caledonia Step back and look before dissolving village To the editor: It is a shame that a person that doesn't live within the village has to start getting his kicks by telling people they are paying too much. As we all know TAXES are paid everywhere you live within this country , and yes we do pay too much for what we receive back in return from some government resources. I see what is hap­ pening here in Caledonia as a good test for the people to decide whether they want a small village or large township as we will vote in a March election. We have been told time after time, look at the money we will save by dissolving the village and join­ ing the already all but broke township The Consolidate Caledonia Committee wishes us to join forces to help pay for mistakes already in place such as a sewer system that does not work properly Also I guess to help m placing more money in the coffers for the sand and gravel pit fund We. as villagers, would lose an identity, indn tdualism so to speak, something we would never be able to regain once lost. We have blocks, streets, alleys, dead end roads, and also a business district. We may not be perfect, but we do have heart We do care for our neighbors, even when life's little disputes arise Do we really want to lose this9 I personally do not think so, but we could The Consolidate Caledonia Committee talks about the money we would save, let's see about $500. You say. "Great." I say. "Step back" and really look — I mean a real long intelligent look. The Consolidate Caledonia Committee says tht we will save, save, save. I don’t, because we would still pay and receive less for the taxes paid as we would start with $12,000 less in block money alone from the state. Yes, we would still have a fire depart ment and we would retain the ever so fought for light on Main and M-37. We have our streets plowed in the winter. The county would do them in time I know that the main roads that the school buses travel would be taken care of first and also the mam business roads in the county. Then after that the streets such as North. Church. Lake. Oak, Pleasant. Elm and Mill After the winter is over and spring arrives the villagers do their spring clean ups We now have our D.P.W. pickup the leaves, branches and grass clippings With no village we will have to pay an independent hauler at our own expense As a village we are solvent and growing and we could grow faster if we became a township as we do have prime trailer park property very close by which would result m some more lawsuits (more tex money) filed by the now village residents We have pcole that are making the village a place we can be proud of and it didn't happen over night It has been hashed over, trashed, scraped, new ideas brought up. and new directions to go We have a Neighborhood Watch group started that is kxiking for village residents to join. We need programs such as these to develop a growing concern caring for our children, senior citizens and ourselves. I have lived her in the village 51 years and always been proud of the of­ ficials that dedicate themselves (present and past) in leading the way for a better place to live. If the money you think you saved is back in your pocket try a simple test go next door and tell your neighbor you arc taking on hts debts as well as your own because your paycheck is enough for both budgets The Consolidation Commit tee is telling you that the township can do this on their present budget Could you do it9 With the above challenge, test it toCa year and let me know the results Maybe we should look into dissolving ourselves from the township. 1 do think that the township is trying their best to go for­ ward. but every time a positive step is taken someone comes along to make sure they have other headaches Let s not add to this and be lost forever in the shuffle Willard Robertson Village Resident Township Resident �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / February 8. 1994 / Page 9 Dutton Elementary students show off talent during program Doncnrt, gymnasts and rappers' displayed their talents at the Dutton Elemen­ tary show. In the front, from the left, are Brooke Drake. Andrea Duffield, Kristin Uyl and Becky Taylor. Colin DeVos (left), Eric Allen, Travis Corstonge and Tyler Corstange strike a pose from their number. Vocal, drum and dance solos, peotry recitation and gymnastic dancing were some of the talents displayed by this group of performers. In the bock row. from the left, are Mark Osgerby, Elise Olthouse, Steve Gillett, Andy Benting. Brandi Gave and Hannah Cooley. In the middle row. from the left are Samantha Pleva, Miranda Postlewait and Tiffany Hall, and in the front are Steve Calvoruso (left). Caroline DeVos, Ion Hilgendorf and Brennan Hilgendorf. (( This is the third year Dutton students have had the opportunity to participate in a talent show. JJ by Barbara Gall Rachel Bos (left) and Heidi Woayenberg (seated, center) appeared in a musical number while Jon Gerst (at piano) played a piano solo. The foursome of Ashley Ranalli (back, left), Jessica Hanna. Cheryl French (front, left) and Kathleen Thomas performed a '50's number. Staff Writer More than 30 students displayed their talents Tues­ day evening during the Dut­ ton Elementary Talent Show, held at the Caledonia High School Performing Arts Center. Undaunted by an "ice de­ lay," the kids went on with the show a few days later than the originally scheduled Jan. 27 performance date. That week's ice storm post­ poned the performance, but not the kids' enthusiasm, said talent show coordinator Angie Ranalli. "These first- through fifth-graders showed their au­ dience lots of enthusiasm and talent," she said, noting that all the performers showed up for the delayed presentation, with parents and friends providing an equally enthusiastic audi­ ence. Area Boy Scouts hold ‘Polar Bear5 campout Ten members of Caledonia Boy Scout Troop No. 202 par ticipated in the annual “Polar Bear” Campout Jan. 29 and 30. They were accompanied by five W’ebelow members of Caledonia Cub Scout Pack 3202 who are earning their "Arrow of Light" badges Host for the campout was the Caledonia Sportsmans’ Club in Bowne Tow nship For a Boy Scout to earn a Polar Bear’ badge, he must spend at least 24 hours in weather below 32 degrees Farhenbeit Though the cam pout had been delayed iw week due to the sub-zero weather, the low- temperature Sunday morning still was only 2 degrees Five Scouts. Scott Bmwn, Scon Elem. Ian Fleishcmann. Nick Lazarus and Josh Johnson, earned their badges. Both adult leaders for this ac­ tivity, Fred Fleischmann and Mike Johnson, earned their Polar Badges, too Three other scouts, the Webelos and the two leaders, nicknamed the “Care Bears." stayed in­ side the Sportsman Club Activities for the weekend included winter survival skills, sledding, outdoor cook mg and shooting. Each scout was trained in safety pro­ cedures and gix to practice with the Smith & Wesson 22 handgun (the “K” guni. an Ithaca 20 gauge pump, and the Savage 410 over under The 22 semiautomatic rifle froze up and could not be used The scouts also learned about skeet (days trom side to side I and trap shooting (in Snowmobile trail changed The snowmobile route sponsored by the West Michigan Snow mobile Trail club has been changed The route was changed because of some concern about running past the downtown Middleville businesses, according to President Bill Kenyon. The altered route will be from Water Street to Larken to Dearborn to Russell and back to Mam Kenyon said that signs base been moved and refosted on the near route front). and got to try their hand at both. Saturday evening was spent around the campfire enjoying a roast turkey with trimmings, peach cobbler and skits by the scouts. Sunday morning breakfast was pancakes, sausage and scrambled eggs. Johnson conducted the morn ing services. Mike Fitzsimmons and Jamie Smith of the Sportsman Club provided the shells and the use of their facilities. Troop 202 is sponsored by the Caledonia United Methodist Church. The show featured 18 student acts, emceed by fifthgraders Holly Blackmore and Andy Benting. They intro­ duced piano solos and poetry reading, dance numbers and gymnastic routines, lip sync and a rap number, a drum solo by a second-grader and a guest appearance by canine stars "Tator" and "Teddy." This is the third year Dut­ ton students have had the opportunity to participate in a talent show. Each per­ former has to provide his or her costume, music and props, but volunteer parents and Dutton staff handle the technical part of the show Helping Ranalli this year were Marcia Klug. Lynn Osgerby. Kathy Waayenberg and Michelle Thomas, along with Dutton Principal Jerry Phillips, school secretary Sharon Mossel and vocal music teacher Kcnn Stanek. Shelly Langkamp handled the lighting and Tom Kaechcle did the sound for the show. "I could never have man­ aged the talent show without their assistance." Ranalli said COUPON Back Yard Mix BIRD FEED 10% OFF WITH COUPON 25 lb or 50 lb bags |H >‘ Coupon good thru Saturday, Feb. 12,1994 Caledonia Farmers Elevator 136 E. Main Street — Caledonia 891-8108 Open 6 Days a Week ■r coupon ▼ �Page 10 / The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / February 8. 1994 AREA SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS Thornapple Kellogg School Lunch Menu Wednesday. Feb. 9 Spaghetti/meat sauce, garlic toast, tossed salad, orange juice. M.S salad bar Thursday. Feb. 10 Roast turkey, mashed potatoes, carrots, biscuit, frech fruit Friday, Feb. 11 Pizza (Russo's at M S.), com or sweet potatoes. jello with fruit. Monday, Feb. 14 Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes, peas, biscuit, raspberry sherbet H S salad bar Tuesday. Feb. 15 Ravioli/cheese. green beans, bread, peanutbutter sandwich, applesauce NOTE: Whole or lowfat milk offered each day. Alt menu at El Monday, hot dog; Tues­ day. turkey sandwich. Wednesday, salad bar; Thurs­ day. hamburger. Friday, fishwich Variety of sandwiches and salads at High School and Middle ( aledonia (ommunity ft h«M>ls Kettle Lake Breakfast Menu Wednesday. Feb. 9 Egg/cheese on an English mu (Tin. juice or fruit, milk Thursday, Feb. 10 Pancake and sausage, juice or fruit, milk Friday, Feb. 11 Pop tart, string cheese, juke or fruit, milk Monday, Feb. 14 AsM»ricd cereal, juice or fruit, milk Tuesday, Feb. 15 Sour cream doughnut, juice, or fruit, milk. Looking for Extra Cash? - Call - 945-9554 Sell anything FAST! Thornapple Kellogg Breakfast Menu Wednesday. Feb. 9 Cold cereal, muffin, orange juke, milk Thursday. Feb. 10 Bagel, cream cheese or jel­ ly. juke. milk. Friday. Feb. 11 Scrambled egg. toast, orange juke, milk Monday. Feb. 14 Cold cereal, muffin, juke, milk Tuesday, Feb. 15 Oatmeal, brown sugar, raisins, cinnamon toast, milk. Caledonia Community Schools Kettle l^ike Lunch Menu Wednesday. Feb. 9 Breakfast for lunch — french toast or waffle, juice, sausage, food bar. milk Thursday. Feb. 10 Walking taco w/topping. food bar, cherry crisp, milk Friday . Feb. 11 Chicken patty w/bun. food bar. chocolate pudding, milk. Monday, Feb. 14 Heart-shaped chicken nug­ gets. mashed potatoes w/gravy. roll, food bar Tuesday. Feb. 15 Pizza, food bar. milk. FOOD BAR Salad bar. fruits, veg . PB&J sandwich, milk. Caledonia Communitv High Middle Schools Lunch Menu Wednesday. Feb. 9 Baked chicken, mashed potatoes, w/gravy or french fries, fruit choke, roll, milk Thursday. Feb. 10 Soft taco, green beans or french fries, fruit choice, milk. Friday, Feb. 11 Hot ham/cheese w/bun. com or french fries, fruit choice, milk. Monday, Feb. 14 Deli sub w/bun. green beans or french fries, fruit choke, milk. Tuesday . Feb. 15 Pizza, french fries, fruit choke, milk. Caledonia Community Schools High Middle Meal Deal Menu Wednesday. Feb. 9 Chicken fajita, french fries. Vita Pup. milk Thursday. Feb. 10 Chinese bar. egg roll. Vita Pup. milk. Friday. Feb. 11 Itza pizza, french fnes. Vita Pup. milk, potato bar Monday. Feb. 14 BYO double cheeseburg bun. french fries. V«a Pup. milk. Tuesday. Feb. 15 Mexican bar. Vita Pup. milk Caledonia Community Schools Elementary launch Menu Wednesday. Feb. 9 Breakfast for lunch, french toast or waffle, sausage, juice, food bar. milk. Thursday. Feb. 10 Walking taco, w topping, food bar. cherry cnsp. milk. Friday. Feb. 11 Chicken patty w/bun. food bar. chocolate pudding, milk. Monday. Feb. 14 Heart-shaped chicken nug­ gets. mashed potatoes w/gravy. roll, food bar. milk. Tuesday. Feb. 15 Pizza, food bar. milk. Caledonia ('ommunity Schools Dutton and Dutton Christian Lunch Menu Wednesday. Feb. 9 Breakfast for lunch, french toast or waffle, sausage, juke, applesauce, milk. Thursday. Feb. 10 Walking Taco w/toppmg. com, cherry crisp, milk. Friday, Feb. 11 Chkken patty w/bun, peas, mixed fruit, milk. Monday . Feb. 14 Heart-shaped chkken nug­ gets. mashed potatoes w/gravy. roll, mixed fruit, milk. Tuesday , Feb. 15 Pizza, veg. stkk/dip, fruit, milk. Energy Care' Cel IiiIonc Instilaiion BLOW-IN ‘Nails’ help build self-esteem for women of all ages Fawn Kimmel, nail technician at Village Cuts in Middleville, pays careful atten­ tion as she prepares a clients nails for finishing. for nearly everyone by Margaret Fowler ficulties with her acrylk nails Staff Writer Fellow workers have been “Hands are very visible and Looking for something dif­ it makes a gixxl impression so impressed that they have ferent as a gift or for yourself* when they are well- gotten them. too. This gift is unisex. groomed.’” Kimmel said Kimmel said that another Everyone could use one or “You don't have to be plus for the acrylic nails is that more ashamed of the way your they can be left looking Size isn't necessary because hands look or fed. And nails natural with just a coat of one size truly does fit all. that are clean, properly clear polish Color or not is an option. That natural look is sup shaped, and free of infected The gift is some tender, lov­ hangnails and ragged cutklcs posed to to be really hot in ing care for the hands, other­ are healthy, too.’’ ’94." she said wise known as a manicure. Getting a manicure no For those who want more. And yes. men can enjoy this longer means leaving the shop Kimmel carries a large line of gift. too. according to Fawn with long, brightly colored, nail art like small jewels and painted nails. Kimmel, manicure specialist sequins, and also does hand and nail artist. That is still an option for painted designs Kimmel practices her an in those who choose with cither “But. the best thing about Middleville at Village Cuts. their own nails or artificial having a manicure, no matter ones Clients can choose from a what treatment yrni choose for basic manicure to a full set of Kimmel is enthused abtnit the nails, is that it just makes acrylic nails to elaborate nail the acrylk nails she recom­ you feel good," Kimmel said. ‘art’’ and any other nail care mends and uses with clients. That is why many of her in between. People get really clients come hack regularly discouraged with artificial for manicures on a routine Kimmel got her training at Excel School of Cosmetology nails that keep coming off. basis. in Grand Rapids that is These will hold up to a lot,” Gift certificates, rather they recognized as “one of the Kimmel explained be for Valentines Day or not, best.’’ One client who works in an can be purchased in about any That included a six-month extremely nail-hostile profes­ amount at Village Cuts, said apprenticeship in Grand sion has not had any dif­ Kimmel Rapids through the school. “During that time. 1 had the chance to put what I learned into practice and develop more expertise.’’ Kimmel said. “A lot of my clknts were men They would come in with really dry hands and they liked having a hot oil treatment.’’ Kimmel was asked to stay on in Grand Rapids But. she choose to practice closer to her Middleville home instead That was six months ago and her clientele continues to Kimmel displays several of the painted designs that grow she offered during the holiday season These ore her She also points out that samples, but. she will custom point what a client asks manicures can be beneficial for. The Earth Friendly Insulation Made With 100% Recycled Fiber Do-it-yourself and save Blowing Machines Available Pound for pound, the best insulation around! Caledonia Lumber Co. 115 Kinsey, Caledonia 891-8143 Using a piece of spaghetti works great for placing a tiny jewel that is part of the nail art on her client’s pinky finger. Kimmel uses silver ornaments to match the white gold wedding rings Many colors ore available. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I February 8. 1994 / Pape 11 West Elementary Hat Day brightens season Even the staff, like Vicky Steffen (left) and Tai Cooper, got in the fun. With the cold weather, Jamie Beck ering (left) and Eric Timmerman choose to wear hats that were worm and wild. Herts ore fun for everyone and these West Elemen­ tary students in Middleville set out to prove it. Displaying their versions of wild and crazy heod covers ore (front, fron left) Kelly Toren, Amber Well­ ington, and Gino Niemchick; and (bock, from left) Michael Hoskins, Michoel Heimstra. James Steven­ son, Mallory Egolf, and Andrea Eaton. COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Caledonia Village Council will hold a PUBLIC HEARING at the Caledonia Village and Township Hall, 250 Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, on February 14, 1994 at 7:00 p.m., for the purpose of adopting Budgets for the General Fund, the Sewer Fund, the Major Street Fund and the Local Street Fund for fiscal year 1994-1995. Senior citizens Valentine Party set for Feb. 11 Area Senior Citizen* are in­ vited to the annual LCTK Community Education Valen­ tine Party This year’s party is hosted by IjowcII and will be held at Dan’s in Alto The party will be Friday. Feb. 11 at I p.m Refreshments will be provid­ ed along with entertainment by Jimmy “Spoon Man" Krews. You may have seen Jimmy perform at the Lowell Shot Boat a few years ago Please RSVP by calling VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA Jacqueline Cherry Village Clerk (401) Mike Heimstro's hot tells tales of warmer weather ond catching fish. your local Community Educa­ tion office: Middleville, 795-3397; Caledonia, 891-8117. Serving our Country____ Where Every Part Delivers It All Truckload Savings On Parts for John Deere and Other Brands PRIMARY ELECTION To the Qualified Electors: NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, That a Primary Election will be held in the Village of Caledonia State of Michigan We bought big so you save big. . .on disk blades, coulter blades, sweeps, shovels, chisels, batteries, oil, filters, plow iron, and planter parts. And choose our Match Plus* sweeps and shovels for other makes of tillage 250 Maple within said Village on equipment. Metric Plow Shares These shares haw a wxkf MONDAY, FEBRUARY 21,1994 profile, and a thicker point, to reduct wear lor kmg share hie And. they're designed to help reduce breakage Anthony J. Stambach SIGN UP NOW FOR TRACTOR SERVICE INSPECTION PROGRAM! • -fti ir f - s»**> '* Phone 751-5141 Hours: 7:30-500 M4; Sat 730-*»on A ( > y Air Force Airman Anthony J. Stambach has graduated from Air Force basic training at Lackland AFB. San An­ tonio. Texas Dunng the six weeks of training, the airman studied the Air Force Mission, orgamzatk*n and customs and received special training in human reiatiom In addition, airmen who compiete basic training earn credits toward an associate degree through the Communi­ ty College of the Air Force. Stambach ts the son of Delbert F and Suzane H. Stambach of 203 Meadowlark Middles ilk FOR THE PURPOSE OF PLACING IN NOMINATION BY ALL POLITICAL PARTIES PARTICIPATING THEREIN, CANDIDATES FOR THE FOLLOWING OFFICES, VIZ: ★ President ★ * Clerk ★ ★ Treasurer ★ ★ Assessor ★ ______ ★ 3i Trustees ★______ Notice Relative to Opening and Closing of the Polls ELBCT1OM LAW, ACT IIS, PJL 1954 SECTION 720 On the day of any election, the polls shall be opened at 7 o’clock in the forenoon, and snail De continuously open until 8 o clock tn the afternoon and no longer Every qualified elector present and in line at the polls at the hour prescribed for the clos­ ing thereof snail be allowed to vote_________________________________ The Polls For the said Election will be open from 7 o'clock A.M., and remain open until 8 o'clock P.M., of the same Election day. JACQUELINE CHERRY, Village Clerk (400) �Page 12 I The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml / February 8. 199* Scots jayvee eagers win big, lose a close one The Scots jayvee basketball team defeated Kenowa Hills 64 50 but lost to Hudsonville 57-56 Feb 5. In what was perhaps its best game of the season thus far. the Scots jayvee beat the Knights even though Caledonia was down 14-6 ear ly in the first quarter Led by Ryan Stephen s six points as part of an 8-2 run. the Scots closed to 16-14 by the end of the first quarter Caledonia's intensity con­ tinued in the second quarter with balanced scoring by Steve Schmidt with 10. Stephen with nine and Jeff Bom with eight. The Scots stretched its lead to 11 points in the third quarter w ith a combination of strong offensive leadership by Schmidt and aggresive team defense. The third quarter ended with Caledonia enjoy ­ ing a 44-33 cushion lead. In the fourth quarter. Caledonia led by as many as 17. with Schmidt finishing the game with 18. his best offen­ sive display of the season He tied with Bom for scoring honors Stephen finished just behind with 17. Following its Fnday night victory over Kenowa Hills. Caledonia came out somewhat flat against the Eagles in a make-up game held on Saturday Hudsonville took an early 13-4 lead with six consecutive early fouls called against the Scots The end of the quarter found the score 18-11 in favor of the Eagles Although the taller Knights were able to out rebound the Scots, the Caledonia team pulled to within three 37-34 with 1:13 left in the third quarter Three point shooting by Hudsonville in the fourth quarter helped the cause of the Caledonia Village planning Commission approves rezoning J-Ad Graphics News Service The Caledonia Village Planning Commission last week recommended the Village Council approve rezoning a 56-acre parcel on VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT NOTICE The Caledonia Village Clerk will have a public accuracy test for the Village Primary Election on Tuesday, February 15, 1994 at 9:00 A M. at the Caledonia Village and Township Hall, 250 Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan. Jacqueline Cherry Village Clerk (402) Kinsey Avenue from residen­ tial to general commercial use The Caledonia Elevator would like to purchase the back half-acre of land at 161 Kinsey to More lumber No construction is planned for the site at this time, said Village Clerk and Commission member Jackie Cherry. The Commission also recommended a new special use permit for the Caledonia wastewater treatment facility. Cherry said that the original special use approved for the site needed to be updated to include changes in the facility. Caledonia Village is expan­ ding its sewer capacity by building a sequencing batch reactor system to work in con­ junction with its present lagoon system for wastewater treatment REGISTRATION NOTICE — for — VILLAGE ELECTION Monday, March 14,1994 To the Qualified Electors of the Village of Middleville (Precinct No.) COUNTY OF BARRY, STATE OF MICHIGAN Notice is hereby given that in conformity with the ‘Michigan Election Law”, I, the undersigned Clerk, will upon any day, except Sunday and a legal holiday, the day of any regular or special election or primary election, receive for registration the name of any legal voter in said Township, City or Village not already registered who may APPLY TO ME PERSONALLY for such registration. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT I WILL BE AT MY OFFICE February 14,1994 - Last Day DURING REGULAR BUSINESS HOURS The 30th day preceding said Election At provided by Section 498 Act Ho. 116. PiMc Artt of 1954 A, Amended. at 100 East Main Street For the purposes of REVIEWING and REGISTRATION and REGISTERING such of the qualified electors in said TOWNSHIP CITY or VILLAGE as SHALL PROPERLY apply therefor. The name of no person but an ACTUAL RESIDENT of the precinct at the time of registration and entitled under the Constitution, if remaining such resident, to vote at the next election, shall be entered in the registration book In addition to the election of candidates for various offices, the following proposition(s) (M any) will be voted on: 13091 Cheryl Hooper. Village Clerk Eagles, but Caledonia kept pace and closed to 55-53 on Born’s jumper with 13 seconds left. With eight seconds left on the clock, the Eagles hit two freethrows to take a 57-53 lead. However, the scoring was not yet over as Schmidt hit a three-pointer as time expired Again. Bom was the high scorer with 18 points. 15 of which came in the second half Schimdt finished with 14 Is Home Ownership for You? By Roy L. Hall Ext. Program Associate in Housing If you have thought about owning a home but aren’t sure you can afford it or are con­ fused by all the financing op­ tions. this seminar is for you. “Home Ownership.“ a two-part series, will be held from 7 to 9:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Feb. 23 and Wednesday. March 2 at the Barry County Cooperative Extension Office, located at 301 S. Michigan Ave. Hastings. The two-part seminar which is sponsored by Michigan State University Extension, deals with all aspects of pur­ chasing and owning a home. The mysteries of the pur­ chase. process, from qualification to closing, will be explained. The seminar is free of charge. If you want to enroll or just want more informa­ tion. call Roy Hall. Extension Housing Specialist at (616) 948-4862. The first American to enter the Olympic Pentathalon was George Patton, later. General Patton Capitol Commentary By Sen. Dkk Pasthumus Don't forget to file your Homestead exemption Last summer, the sate Legislature took a bold step to cut Michigan’s property taxes It was something you. the citizens, had asked for throughout the past decade After months of debate and compromise. we delivered. Tax­ payers who now pay 34 mills on average toward school opera lions will pay either six mills under the ballot plan or 12 mills under the back-up plan. This not only represents a major tax savings, it is also a more equitable way of funding our schools. But the property tax cut will not automatically show up on your next tax bill. Rather, you must file an affidavit w ith the ci­ ty or township m which you live by March I in order to exempt your homes from the higher non-bomestcad propertv taxes that are levied under both the ballot and the back-up plans The problem lies in the fact that the current property tax system has no mechanism for distinguishing owner occupied homesteads from non homesteads. So. unless you file this af­ fidavit, the state will tax your home as a business or second home The Michigan Department of Treasury has prepared forms you can use to claim the exemption. These will be mailed throughout the state to all taxpayers by either the Treasury Department or your local assessor. Included in the affidavit is the homeowner s name, address and social security number, the address and location of the homestead and a signed statement — under penalty of perjury — that the described property is the mam residence of the owner-occupant and that no other homestead exemption is be ing claimed The form also contains the questions necesasry for determin­ ing whether any agricultural property owned by the claimant is eligible for the exemption There will be an appeals process for those denied an exemption by the treasury department, but you must have filed an affidavit in the first place. I cannot stress how important it is for you to get the affidavit filled out and to your township or city by March I If you don’t, your home will get taxed as a business or second home at 24 mills. Though this still may represent a tax cut to many citizens, it is not the cut you have coming to you This year, March I should be as crucial a date to you as April 15. And though April 15 may mean paying more taxes, March I means paying less. So get the affidavit filled out and send it in. If you have friends or relatives who are out of the state or country, let them know about the form, too. The deadline may be extended by legislation being introduc­ ed in the House and Senate, but until that is set in stone, 1 would recommend you turn them in as soon as possible. If you do not receive an exemption form by February 15, contact your local assessor’s office or the treasury department at 1-800-FORM-2-ME. TO THE RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS OF YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP, BARRY CO., Ml and OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS: NOTICE Of SPECIAL MEETING PLEASE TAKE NOTICE the Yankee Springs Township Planning Commission will hold a special meeting Wednesday, Feb. 9, 1994, at 7:30 P.M. at the Township Hall, 284 N. Briggs Road, Middleville, Mi., for the purpose of rewriting the present zoning ordinance. Material pertaining to the above subect may be examined at the Township Hall by appointment with the clerk. Yankee Springs Township will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed material being considered at the hearing upon five (5) days notice to the Yankee Springs Township Clerk. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Yankee Springs Township Clerk by writing or calling the clerk at the address or telephone number listed herein. Harvey E. Vander Bee, Clerk Telephone 795-9091 (2oo> . �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I February 8. 1994 I Page 13 Caledonia eagers upset Kenowa Hills in O-K Gold Calling the game a humdinger wouldn't be lay­ ing the half of it; calling it an upset, would be better, but still not enough; calling it a game where absolutly every­ one in the gym knew there was more excitement packed into 32 minutes of basketball on its way. than had been seen in a long time at Cale­ donia would be closer to the truth. The Kenowa Hills varsity basketball team felt they could beat the Caledonia boys again after the 74-63 win earlier this year, but after three free throws by Brian Rea after time had run out. the Scots avenged its earlier loss and wrote a 70-67 win into the official scorebook. Neither team could have been said to control the game. Both teams strung together scoring runs, the longest was by the Knights as they ran up a 13-3 run late in the fust half and led at the half time break 38-31 With both teams swapping scores tn the thud. Caledonia needed to up the ante. The Scots were down by nine with six and a half left in the game when the home team went on a 13-6 run over four minutes to bang the game to a one-point spead 62-61 in favor of the Knights. After a Kenowa Hills bas­ ket and a time out. Caledo­ nia's Pat Stegeman pulled down an errant Knights shot and sent the ball down floor to a waiting Rea who pulled up for a three to tie the score at 64. The Knights played the same trick of fast-breaking down the floor and hitting the trey. But. since it was good the last time, on Caledonia s next possession. Rea again took the ball and pulled up outside the three-point line with 50 seconds left in the game, and swished the net to tie the score at 67. The Knights took the in­ bound and called a timeout to discuss strategy. The visitors came out with a four-corner offense to wind the clock down. With 17 ticks left, the Matt Barr, No. 33. doesn't see the hand coming over his head as he goes under the basket for a shot REGISTRATION NOTICE PRIMARY The Caledonia varsity basketball team congratulates and climbs all over Brian Rea after hitting the first of three free throws after time had run out to defeat Kenowa Hills. See Scot eagers, Page 14 ELECTION To the Qualified Electors: NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, That a Primary Election will be held in the Village of Middleville State of Michigan 100 East Main street within said Village on MONDAY, FEBRUARY 21,1994 FOR THE PURPOSE OF PLACING IN NOMINATION BY ALL POLITICAL PARTIES PARTICIPATING THEREIN, CANDIDATES FOR THE FOLLOWING OFFICES. VIZ: * President ★ ★ Clerk ★ ★ Treasurer ★ * 3 Trustees - 4 Yr. Term ★ ★ 1 Trustee - 2 Yr. Term * Notice Relative to Opening and Closing of the Polls ELECTION LAW, ACT IIS. PJL. 1954 SECTION 720 On the day of any electton, the polls shall be opened at 7 o'clock >n the forenoon, and shall be continuously open until 8 o clock tn the afternoon wxi no longer Every qualified elector present and in Ime at the polls at the hour presenbed for the dol­ ing thereof shall be allowed to vote The Polls for the said Election will be open from 1 o'clock A.M., and remain open until 8 o'clock P.M., of the same Election day CHERYL HOOPER, Village Clerk — FOR — VILLAGE ELECTION MONDAY, MARCH 14,1994 To the Qualified Electors of the village of Caledonia COUNTY OF KENT. STATS OF MICHIGAN Notice is hereby given that in conformity with the “Michigan Election Law”, I, the undersigned Clerk, will upon any day, except Sunday and a legal holiday, the day of any regular or special election or primary elec­ tion, receive for registration the name of any legal voter In said Township, City or Village not already registered who may APPLY TO ME PERSONALLY for such registration. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT I WILL BE AT MY OFFICE February 14,1994 - Last Day DURING REGULAR BUSINESS HOURS The 30th day preceding said Election As provided by Section 498, Act No. 118, Public Acts of 1954 as Amended at 250 S. Maple, Caledonia, Ml For the purposes of REVIEWING the REGISTRATION and REGISTER­ ING such of the qualified electors in said TOWNSHIP, CITY or VILLAGE as SHALL PROPERLY apply therefor. The name of no person but an ACTUAL RESIDENT of the precinct at the time of registration and entitled under the Constitution, if remain­ ing such resident, to vote at the next election, shall be entered in the registration book. In addition to the election of candidates for various offices, the following proposition(s) (if any) will be voted on: Shall the incorporation of the Village of Caledonia be vacated? Yes □ No □ JACQUELINE CHERRY, Village Clerk (3O8) �Page 14 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I February 8. 1994 Scots’ eighth-grade ‘Purple’ cage team ups season record to 7-1 The Caledonia Middle School eighth-grade Purple’ basketball squad lost its first game, bui then won its next seven to finish with only one loss for the regular season Caoch Phil Heyboer said his young Scots lost a close con­ test to Middleville 38-34. but later avenged that defeat bv beating Middleville 37-35 in another nail-biter “The victory over Mid­ dleville was one of the most fun games J ve ever coach­ ed, said Heyboer It was great to see the kids smiling and jumping around Middleville freshmen eagers win two last week The TK freshman basket hall team picked up two more wins last week by defeating Godwin 58-42 and Maple Valley 66-61 In the first game against Godwin, the Trojans played good team defense and had a well balanced scoring attack The T rojan* were led by Jeremy Shnver and Dave Liu with 13 points each, followed by Tom leatherly with 12 points. Kevin Doyle six punts, and Chris Mason with five points and seven rebounds At Maple Valley the Trx>- jans came out on fire in the first half, but then cooled down in the third quarter mak mg it a close game in the last few minutes The Trojans once again had a lot of players in the scoring column with Keith Nelson leading the wav with 18 points. Shnver with 12 points. Liu 10 points and five steals. Andy Finkbeiner had nine points and seven rebounds, and Tom Featherly six points. Playing good defense for the Trojans were Chris Niles. Joe Polo, and Chris Mason over the win ” Heyboer said another highlight of the season was the game against Kelloggsville. “It was a game where everybody on the team scored." he said of the 50-34 victory. Heyboer also complimented Gary Meyar for his defense in that contest. The last game of the regular season should have been played Jan 28 against Lee. but had to be cancelled because of the weather The Purple squad began tournament play last week, defeating Comstock Park in the first round 57-28. The win advanced the young Scots to the semi-final round, which was to be played at 10.45 a m.. Saturday. Feb 5 Members of this year’s ‘Purple squad were Andy Wilkinson. Gary Meyar. Lucas De Brie. Jason Richard. Todd Bloc me rs. Rob Lillie. Brandon Funk. Nick Haight. Tom Hurst. Enc Cross. Josh Post ma. 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Sat 8 30-2 • Unlock • Jump Stan • Motorcycle • Flatbed • 4 Wheel Dove • Emergency Tire Repa' (616) 795-2200 24 Hour Emergency Dispatch 5X (V-37 Caledonia’s Matt Borr (33) challenges the defense of Wayland s Mike lapekes (13) during lost week's intense contest between the two O-K Gold rivals. The Scots beat the Wildcats 74-62. SCOT CAGERS, Knights began to work the ball inside for the shot. With six seconds left, the shot was taken and missed. The re­ bound was brought down by Fighting Scot Matt Barr who cleared it to Dave Uyl, who smartly jumped an official for a time out with three seconds in the game. Kenowa Hills went to man-to-man defense and Stegeman took the inbound al two-thirds court. His pass went to Rea who turned for a 35-footer as the buzzer blared. The shot was short and most everyone thought the game was headed for overtime. However the ref called a foul on the Knight defender and sent Rea to the line for three. After the first went through, the game was sealed, but the officials had to clear the floor so Rea could finish his free throws, which he also sank for the final margin. Stegeman led the Scots with 21 points on the night and Rea had 18, including nine in the final 1:37 of the game. Uyl was also in double figures for the Scots with 11. Stegeman also topped the list with eight rebounds and Rea had five Uyl hit a key three in the third to tie the game at 38 and complete the erasure of the Knights' early eight-point lead. The Knights had opened the lead after no less than eight ties or lead changes in the first half and through 4:40 of the second half. The end of the first period showed Caledonia up by a point, 18-17. The game also gave the Scots its season low of only 10 turnovers. Kenowa Hills had 13 in the game "It was our gym, and no­ body comes in and takes anything away from us there, said coach Larry Rea "Uyl made a good, smart continued from Page 13 play by calling the time out when he did." As the game progressed, the Knights would swap de­ fenses every few minutes. One time down the fi<x< they would be in man-to-man on a full court press, the next it would be zone, or double­ teaming Stegeman. Leading scorer for the Knights was Nate Wolkow with 16. Andy Kozminski had 14 and Mike Pojeski added in 14 for the visitors. The win brings Caledonia's record to 6-6 over all, 5-3 in the OK Gold. Kenowa Hills falls to 9-3 and 6-2 atop the Gold. Caledonia had a win over Wayland last Tuesday 74-62. The Scots were led by Stegeman with 21. Uyl with 12 and Craig Kowalczyk and Barr with 10 points. Dustin Ruth and Uyl had five rebounds against the Wildcats. "We did a good job against them," Coach Rea said. ”Wc opened a 20-4 lead early in the game and they made a try at coming back, hut wc had things going our way.” The Scots play tonight (Feb. 8) at Cedar Springs and will be home, Friday, against Grand Rapids South Christian. Lady Scot spikers down Wayland in three sets It took three sets and get­ ting over a very slow start fix the Caledonia varsity volleyball team to register a victory over Wayland 1-15, 15-10, 15-8. The Jan. 31 win gives the Lady Scots a 1-0 OK Gold record and a 9-12-2 season record. Jaimie Oatiey had 16 points and one ace in the match and served 94 percent into the opponents field. Teri Scheidel had 100 percent accuracy going six for six from behind the line Katie Donker led the team with five kills: Julie Tumstra and Jodi VanderVeldc had four each, "We had a slow start," said coach Peg Mulherin. "as the first game shows But in the second the girls began to attack better and were more aggressive. They also made few mistakes.” The coach said the third set was back and forth through the first part, but late in the set the Lady Scots pulled together and capitalized on some I-ady Wildcat mistakes to take the win Zomerlei Construction Co. Custom Homes • Remodeling Additions • Decks Carpenter - Contractor Licensed & Insured Middleville • Call Jack 795-7458 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I February 8, 1994 ' Page 15 Scot matmen down Kelloggsville, FHN and Coopersville The Caledonia varsity wrestling team defeated Kelloggsville. Forest Hills Northern and Coopersville as a warm up for the OK Gold Championships to be held Saturday at Kenowa Hills. In the triangular against Kelloggsville and FHN. Feb. 1, the Scot matmen triumphed over Kelloggsvilk 55-21 and slipped passed Northern 33-29. Notching pins for the Scots over Kelloggsville were Keith Smith (130 lbs.) io 3:40. Jason Haywood (135) in 1:00. Brian Hanna (160) in 1:12. Ryan Sinclair (171) in 1:06. Jason Bush (189) In 42 seconds and Danny Simmons (Hwt)in 1:28. Also getting six points for the team was Josh Haywood (135). who was unopposed in his weight class and wtxi by forfeit Jamie Trudeau (112) won a major decision and four team points with a 16-3 win in his class Chad Mescar (145) won a 14-7 decision for the Scots. Against Forest Hills Northern, Adam Stauffer (103) won a pin in 1:03, Trudeau, wrestling at 119 pounds, won a pin in 55 seconds, Jason II ay wood, who also wrestled up a class, had a pin in 1:45. Sinclair had a second pin on the night, this time in 1:05 and Bush look 1:54 to pin his second opponent. Simmons won the heavyweight division with a 6-1 decision. In action last Thursday, Coopersville's only points came a forfeit by the Scots at 125 pounds as the Caledonia team ran off a string of 12 flins in the 13 weight classes. Winning pins were Stauffer, Matt Humphrey (119), Trudeau, Smith, Josh and Jason Haywood, Mescar, Chris Love (152), Hanna, Sinclair. Bush and Simmons. The Scots will wrestle at Kenowa Hills in a dual tonight (Feb. 8), and at Hudsonville on Thursday. The OK Gold Championships will begin at caieooma 8 Team wrestler urn jotwiacMi tiou; racked up a 14-2 major decision over Godwin s Shawn Lunsford Caledonia's Chad Mescar (145) works Ns way around for a reverse against Jeremy Coale of East Grand Rapids in the Caledonia wrestling tournament. Mescar scored a pin over Coale Kenowa Hills High School. Brian Hanna (160) had a 34 second pin over Matt Palmbos of Unity Christian for six team points during the Caledonia wrestling tournament last week Caledonia's Adam Stauffer (103) won his weight class at the Caledonia tournament with a 5-2 win over Godwin's Don Dayle. Trojans win two on the mat at home In a double dual meet, last Tuesday, the Middleville varsity wrestling team defeated Hudsonville 36-28 and Coopersville 57-13 in mat action. Against the Hudsonville team, the Trojans score was TK 8th grade eagers win The Middleville eighth grade basketball “B” team defeated Wayland 45-37 last week to improve its record to 4-0 The Trojans jumped to an early lead, but went a little cold in the second half and let Wayland make it close. Scoring for T.K were Aaron Wiese with 10 points. Shawn Heise eight. Dan Kokmcyer six. D.J Beckering six. Damion Bieber six. Chad Schondelmayer four. Corey Schut two. Bill Schilthroat two and Steve Wiersma had one The eighth grade "A ” team defeated Godwin 34-19 to im­ prove its record to 7-1 Scoring for T.K. were Nate Pranger with 13 points. Nate Schmitz five. Luke Weatherhead four. Tim Johnson four. Mike Pon two. Spencer Romph two. Brad Blashkiw two. Brian Pioeg and Cores Schut one each TK jayvee eagers split two Middles ilk jayvee basket­ ball team split with Godwin and Mapk Valky in two high scoring games to leave the team 6-3 for the season The Troians jumped off to a quick 25-16 first quarter kad and never looked back on their way to 3 100-62 victory over Godwin Greg Kotrba led all scorers with 27 points Dwight Wade scored 19 points. T.J Schut 16 points. Jason Gearheart 12 points Jerry Postma had 10 points with 20 rebounds while Ben Weise chipped in eight points 10 a.m. Saturday at the Brad Enders and Evan Chambers had four points each At Mapk Valley the Tro­ jans found themsehes down by eight points at the halt This gap was closed to one point late in the fourth quarter The breaks however went to Maple Valkv as Middkvilk lost 84-79. Greg Kotrba scored 29 points w hik Jerry Postma had 20 points with 14 rebounds. Jason Gearhart and Dwight Wade scored 10 points each. decided on the last match. Middleville took a two point lead into the heavyweight class and a win of anykind by Hudsonville would have given them the points they needed to take the win. As it ended however, Bo Peters put together several moves and pinned his opponent in 36 seconds for six team points and the win. Also getting a pin over his Hudsonville opponent was Joel Appel (189 lbs.). He had his opponent s shoulders on the mat in 1:38. Also securing six team points was Marty Bender (152) who won by injury default and Kiley Webster (112) and Andy Nelson (103) who won by forfeit Taking decisions over Hudsonville were Ty Middleton (171) with a 3-1 decision and Terry Trudell (125) who won a 6-3 decision. Scoring pins for the Trojans over Coopersville were Nelson in 2:44, Webster tn 33 seconds, Ryan Winchell (130) in 50 seconds. Luke Middleton (135) in 2:54, Jamie Foster (140) in 1:23. Chad Foster (145) in 57 seconds. Bender in 1.00 and Middleton in 41 seconds Sean Crofooc (119) won by forfeit and Appel won an 114 decision The Trojans wrestle Comstock Park for the OK Blue kad in Muskegon. It took Fighting Scot Jason Haywood 3 59 to score a pin over over Kory Fletcher of Rocklord in the second round of the Caledonia tournament Gear Up For The Great Outdoors. POLARISs,/,,., ,, The back country is waiting, but you need something to get you there. Try the new Polaris Sportsman 4x4, with its 400, liquid-cooled engine and on-demand four-u heel drive. Automatic Polaris V ariable Transmission (PVT), and a rear rack extender for hauling plenty of gear. Plus heavy-duty rear spring, Polaris ATV’s may not be ridden by anyone under 18, and all riders should take a safety course. For safety and train­ ing information, see your dealer or call Polaris at 1-800-POLAR1S. ATV*f can be hazardous to operate. For your safety, never carry passengers, and remember that riding and akohol/drugs don’t mix. 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"Andy passed the ball real well and the team is doing much belter at moving the ball around.* Holzhueter said. Andy had six assists in the Comstock park game Sarver also had eight re­ bounds. The Trojans season record now stands at 9-3 with the win and is scheduled to play at home against l>ee tonight (Feb. 8) and at Byron Center on Friday. With four of the team's better players off the court because of injuries, coach Kurt Holzhueter is moving players to new positions on the floor. He said the kids* unfamil­ iarity with the position changes was part of the rea­ son the Trojans fell to Hamilton last Tuesday, 7661. Nathan Bundy went out during the Maple Valley game last week with ligament damage, Steve Converse is still out with a broken hand he suffered during the Godwin game. B.J. West played a few minutes versus Hamilton, but still isn't 100 percent because of an ankle injury, and Jim Mason, one of the returners from last year, is still out with knee injuries. Holzhueter said he has had to move players around the floor and they are still going through a period of adjust­ ment "They played hard versus Hamilton.* the Trojan coach said, "hut they had trouble with Hamilton's full-court press." The Trojans were down by IO points at the end of the First pernxl aixl trailed by as many as lb midway through the seciMkl but staged a rally to get back within 11 by the halftime break. In the third, the Trojans continued the comeback and were within two points before Hamilton resumed its full-court pressure. "There were bright spots in the game." said Holzhueter, "so I’m not discouraged." Leading scorer for the Trojans was Andy Brewer with 28 points He also had four rebounds, four steals and three assists. Brian Brewer scored 15 points and had seven rebounds and Brad Williams scored IO points fix the Trojans. Mike Sarver was the leading rebounder with nine. 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Garrett was of­ fered a one-year contract that expires June 30. 1994 and a wage freeze That decision split the board 4 to 3 with Treasurer Don Williamson. Gary VanElst. Dan Parker. Mich, property tax exemption affidavit now in the mail If you want to comply with To provide the necessary in­ state law and get the right formation to the state, no amount of relief on your matter what change finally property tax bill, the state has goes into effect, all taxpayers to know what homestead rate are required to fill out the affi­ you'll be in for the tax reform davit about their main resi­ to come. dence or farm The information is neces­ I -ocal officials are responsi­ sary since the State ble for sending the forms to legislature ageed last summer tax-payers in their townships, to not use property taxes to villages or towns, and finance education in the state, Supervisor Donald Boysen of instead putting a tax reform Thornapple Township said his proposal before the voters were mailed yesterday Michigan residents have the (Monday, Feb. 14). option on Marc h 15 of raising A notice has been sent to the sales tax to pay for educa each Michigan taxpayer over lion, but if they don’t approve State Treasurer Douglas B. the ballot proposal, another Roberts signature. plan, raising the income tax, "Beginning in 1994. all automatically becomes effec­ property will be assessed 24 tive. mills to pay for K-12 school operations. Qualifying home­ steads will be taxes based on the following: • if the March 15 special ballot proposal passes, it will lower the school operating millage for qualified home­ steads to 6 mills, will decrease the income tax to 4.4 percent and will increase the stale sales tax to 6 percent. • if the ballot proposal fails, the school operating millage for qualified homesteads will be 12 mills and the income tax will increase to 6 percent. Only a homestead (principal residence) is eligible for this See Exemption. Page 11 and Rick Roth supporting the one-year extension, and Presi dent Jan Siebesma. Vice President Wendy Romph. and Secretary Wanda Hunt opposing Siebesma said she felt that leadership was Garrett s weak spot But Treasurer Don Williamson said that Garren was very strong in the finan cial direction, was a good communicator and listener. and a hard worker who devoted most of his time to the district. "There is no doubt that the split was still there this year." said Wilhamson. who has served on the board for 20 years "If Mr Garren's contract had been voted on. I can’t say Sae Retirement. Page 2 Steve Garrett Immediate shortfall of $34,000 anticipated Caledonia Twp. says merger with village adds financial woes by Barbara Gall Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Board said last week it will face an immediate deficit of at least $34,000 if Caledonia Village residents vote March 14 to dissolve their village government. Supervisor Tom Garbow said that figure might just be the tip of the financial iceberg. With the township already operating under a tight budget, he said he could not view the consolidation as a positive step for the township. "Representing the township side of it. I’m opposed," he said after a Feb. 7 wort ses­ sion on the issue. "It appears the merger will cost the town­ ship money, so there is no benefit as far as the township is concerned. "But I reiterate that this is a village issue The village resi­ dents have a lot to think about before this election, and they face a tough decision." Only village residents will vote on the dissolution ques­ tion. While emphasizing that it will take care of "all our peo­ ple" as (airly as it can. the Township Board made it clear that if the village is vacated, the deficits of the merger will outweigh the assets fix the township. The dissolution of the cen­ tury-old village wixild require the township government to take over all operations for­ merly handled by the village. Admitting they knew little of village business, the Township Board members See Merger, page 10 Middleville Council OKs new snowmobile ordinance by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer In an effort to "try to con­ tinue to work out snowmobile regulations to benefit both riders and residents." the Middleville Village Council last week approved a new snowmobile ordinance After discussion of the pro­ posed ordinance. President Lon Myers ask that two peo­ ple in the audience at Tues­ day's meeting give their views, one opposing the change and the other for it. Doyd Denney presented a list of problems and potential problems caused by allowing snowmobiling. Some of those problems included noise, snowmobilers driving too fast, failure to respect the pro­ perty of others, and concern for safety of children playing exits ide. Denney also presented a petition to the council signed by several others who were opposed to the new ordinance. Council Trustee Manly n VandenBcrg said that she has had several complaints over the past tew weeks about snowmobiling. William Thurkettle spoke on behalf of snowmobilers. He pointed out that a minority of inconsiderate riders can ruin it for the ma­ jority of those who are careful and considerate Thurkettle was emphatic about snowmobiling being a "wonderful family sport” and one that benefits area businesses as well. Once the discussion was finished, the council vexed 6-1 in favor of the new ordinance. Essentially. the ordinance Lloyd Denney spoke in opposition to snowmobiles running in Middleville at lost Mondays council meeting Listening is (from left) council members Marilyn VondenBerg. Clerk Cheryl Hooper President Lon Myers Jim Oliver Jim French, and Floyd Broy. says that snowmobiles operated within the village limits must be registered and follow all state regulations; abide by the posted speed limits; not be driven by so­ meone who is intoxicated or using drugs; be operated on private property only with the owners' permission; not be run on sidewalks, alleys, public parks, cemeteries or other recreational areas unless designated, have no more than two riders; and with the machine in good condition and working order. The ordinance also gives specific time of operation Those times are between 8 a m. and 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday. and from 8 a m. to 1 a m. on Friday and Saturday Ages of the drivers are also limited Children under the age of 12 may not drive the snowmobile in the village other than on their own property Snowmobilers between the ages of 12 and 16 must meet al least one of these re­ quirements be under the direct supervision of someone who is at least 18. have a snowmobile safety certificate, or operate the machine only on land owned by the parent or guardian The ordinance also deals with accidents, liability, im­ poundment and violations Those interested m seeing a copy of the complete or­ dinance should contact Village Hall William Thurkettle (front) talked about the benefits of snowmobiling os he spoke in favor of snowmobile riding within the village. ■*1 In This Issue.... • Caledonia Village Primary features race for treasurer • Moerland withdraws from local village primary election • Middleville village employees receive ‘pay increases4 • Republican candidates fail-off in Freeport and Middleville primaries �Page 2 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I February 15. 1994 Thornapple Kellogg Middle School honor roll Sth Grade All A’s Evelyn Bird. Krista DeMaagd. Dan Kokmcyer. Holly Pitt. Robert Walker. Mindy Worst. Lindsay Bremer. Loretta Huntington. Kammie Kollar. Monique Rodriquez. Lucas Weatherhead. Mana Cook. Melissa Kline. Angela Mc­ Queen. Rachel Wade. Noah Wenger Enc Clover W adel Dendel Craven. Andrea Descboff. Kevin Ellis. Austin Fnsbie. Anne-Marie Hart. Stephanie Higgins. Wdl Holmes. Stacy Idema. Scott Kathmann. Kar rie Kollar. Morgan Leep. Saxony Matousek. Benjamin Meekhof. Brooke Mulder. Jared Otto. Brian Ploeg. Nathan Pranger. Bethany Raber. David Rick. Lindsey Robertson. Nathan Schmitz. Betsy Steensma. Jason Siebesma. Nicholas Timmer. Kris Utley. Enk Vernon. Jessica Wiersum. Rebecca Worth. Coreen Barber. Tnsha Beuschel. Jessica Blain. Traci Brower. Tammy Cargill. Bridget Cook. Jessica Davis. Jennifer Doyle. Melissa Fowler. Nicholas Galloup. Rebekah Hartley. Sara Hillman. Lucas Holwerda. Timothy Janose. Ryan Kim mel. Jami Kooiman. Sarah Lucas. Jason McClure. Alex Middleton. Brian Mutschler. Jeremy Otto. Cheryl Postema. Jason Preslar. David Ramey. Rebecca Rider. Spencer Romph. Lisa Schreiner. Jeremy Strait. Kileen Thomas. Stacy Toren. Jill Van Dyke. Craig Waldeck. Aaron Wiese Ail A's Jennifer Herring. Nicole Jonker-Slayton. Garrett Weatherhead. Ryan Hesse link. Jennifer Laansma. Andrew Hillman. Jamie Wachtor DeVries. Kerri Enyart. Larissa Hannebohn. Lynda Holes. Joshua Ike. Erica Johnston. Rachel Knkke. Ryan Lenartz. Katie Martin. Robin McMurray. Carly Mulder. Knsten Overbeek. Bnan Reaser. Lizbith Runals. Sarah Scott. Melissa Stnmback. Christopher Wellman. Cody Yoder. Luke Siagel. Josh Strait. Jeremy Totten. Cane Van Veghel. Brett Ybema. Susan Beckenng. Justin Benner. Bnan Bishop. Lisa Brock. Julie Cordts. Jenny Davis. Jeremiah Donker. Kristy Foote. Zach George. Tom Haynes. Liz Hillman. Nick Hutchens. Phil Kenyon. Rachel Kuipers. Laura McKinley. Ashley Moore. Laura Newton. Danielle Piccard. Kerry Rickert. Allyson Scott. Justin Sherman. Aaron Smith. Darla Stutzman. Shane Tot­ ten. Betsy Wagner B Honor Roil Jason Albaugh. Cassandra Beard. Chad Brinks. Andrew Chamberlain. Jaimelyn Mh tirade DeBruin. Ryan Drogowski. Daniel Finkbeiner. Michael All A’s Doug Blocksma. Erica Hayes. Brooke Holzhausen. B Honor Roll Alison Aten. David Becker Bryan Jahnke. Benjamin Carter. Amber Harthy. Christine McKee. Matt mg. Douglas Biemes. Kelli Jones. Nathan LaVote. Corey Brice. Rachel Buist. Brittans Lucas. Alica Matson. Nicole Pullen. Mariana Slachter. by... Lyndsey Van A man. Hannah Cash. Sarah Cordts. Micahel Medaris. Jamie Nausieda. Yeazel. Kelly Bremer. Annie DeBlaay, Amanda Dykstra. Rachel Patterson. Jamie Richard Frazer. Stephen Roemer. Kevin Schultz. Cnossen. Mandy Hirons. George. Ronald Haynes. Jodi Adam Smith. Jennifer Tobin. Breyne Middleton. Danielle Hoffman. Jennifer Huber. Timothy Whitney. Shannon Quisenberry. Ryan Smith. Timothy Johnson. Jason KlSuperintendent Zoet. Matthew Alvarez. Chad Wachtor. John inge. Keasha Kotrba. James Bednck. Alison Carter. Zuidersma. Rachel Brinks. of Michelle Mancuso. Jamie Tabitha Curths. Erin Amy Dykstra. Brendan Hula. McWhmncy. Ken Middleton. Deschoff. Amber Dutcher. Jenny Olczak. Alex Sevald. Thornapple Kellogg Alessc Nichols. Sarah Parks. Brenda Hale. Maryanna Tara Tasma. Dan Warner Michael Pott. Anya Prichard. Hoeksma. Sara Huff. Gwen B Honor Roll Kimberly Richards. Jamie Jeurink. Leah Kenmcott. Peter Baker. Allison Robbins. Kristin Saurer. Chad Alicia Lee. Sarah Mabee. Belson, Sarah Berends. Schondelmayer. Joshua Brian McKeown. Melanie Nicole Bouwens. Jason Sturm. Lindsey Thornton. Meekhof. Amy Olczak. Scott Brower. Holly Corson. Matt 1 would like to use this "Superintendent’s Comer’ ’ to inform Barbara Truer. Amanda Ploeg. Courtney Rouselie. DeBlaay. Payshence Erb. the community that I have submitted my resignation for the VanderWoude. Steve Jason Schweitzer. Nathaniel Amanda Froehlke. Crystal purpose of retirement. It was accepted by the Board of Educa­ Wiersma. Tom Winslow. Smith. Nathan Venton. David Giordani. Bonnie Hickel. tion at the special meeting Monday with the pros ision that the Bernadette Azzarella. Brian Williamson. Jason Baragar. Alecia Holst. Joe Johnson. present contract be extended to provide for my last day of work Bcrgakker. Robert Bishop. Stacy Bergakker. Kristen Dan Kiel. Kevin Lee. Bnan to be Dec 31. This period will allow the district time to con 7th Grade • Lance Brinks. Holly Byars. Carver. Amy David. Holly Mello. Josh Mosey. Nathan duct a superintendent search and provide for a smooth transi­ Nofsinger. Josh Porntt. Teri tion to a new superintendent Schondelmayer. Amber Scott. It will not be an easy time for the Board of Education, ad continued from front page — B J. Schuck. April Smith. ministration and staff as this transition is made Now. more Becky Thompson. Zach he will be making $77,442 than ever, expectations are high for your schools A strong to accept Garrett s resignation annually for sure which way the vote Truer. Julie Weaver. Jenelle cooperative effort will be needed as the district works to con­ would have gone." he added for retirement Batdorff. Eric Bender. Tif­ Garrett s last working day solidate all the changes coming through our schixd improve Since Garrett acted before The board also approved a for the TK school district is fany Beuschel. Amanda ment process, in addition to all the changes mandated from the 3.3 percent increase in Gar the board vote by resigning Bowyer, Rachel Clouse. state. This, coupled with a complete change in school funding, set for Dec 31. 1994 that vote did not need to be nett’s salary in light of the im­ Nicole Craven. Jason "I’m at a point in my career not knowing whether it will be adequate, is cause for concern provement on the evaluation. taken DeLille. Jessica Erway. to make a change." said I will be working with the Board of Education in the weeks However, the board His current salary is Garrett Tamber Galloup. Brian Han­ ahead to fill the new position of director of curriculum and members voted unanimously $74,968 With the increase. nan. Jarrett Hill. Matt Garrett started as TK instruction. Hopewell. Drew Kennedy. superintendent in July 1987. May 1 has been set as the target date fix having the new poet David Kiel. Ben Lucas, Nolan Prior to that, he had served tion filled. Miklusicak. Shayna Neason, as superintendent at DeWitt In addition, it will be necessary to start the negotiations pro Nick Parrott, Lisa Prichard. cess for contracts with all employee groups The facility and Public Schools for seven years Sarah Schut. Adam Seifert. and at Coleman Community growth needs are being addressed. Contacts are being made to Schools for 8*6 years. architect firms and a Board Committee and the superintendent Garrett was assistant will be screening firms to present to the board The district superintendent and junior high school improvement team and the curriculum council is being principal at Columbia Schools restructured into one council. The 1994/95 budget develop for 4'6 years. ment process is complicated by a completely new method of He also taught for six years; school funding. five in Hastings and one in Ail of these are taking place while the regular school pro gram progresses, and right now we fight the many problems of Delton “I chose to retire at the end bv Margaret Fowler a difficult winter. As I stated in my letter to the board, I would like to thank the of the year to make a good Staff Writer transition for the district and district and the community for the opportunity to have served Thomapple Kellogg eighth­ myself.” as superintendent of the Thomapple Kellogg School District graders have the chance "Il’s very gracious of Mr. for the past seven years. And to the staff I extend my apprecia Thursday evening to get a Garrett to stay on." Siebesma tion for the quality of educational programs and services that closer look into what high said, ’ especially since we are school will be like next year have been provided. in the midst of looking for a I am proud to have been part of the education of children for An orientation for both curriculum director . " the past 33 years and having served as a superintendent of students and their parents has It will also give the board schools for the past 23 of those years. This is an exciting time been set for 7 p.m., Thurs time to conduct a search for to be involved in education. The need has always been great, day. Feb. 17, at the high the new superintendent. but never greater than today. school auditorium Plans and a timetable to The main objective of this sun looking for superinten­ “special initiation." accor­ dent candidates has not yet ding to high school counselor been set. according to Tom Fletke is to offer students Siebesma help in making the transition from the middle school to the high school Planned activities include meeting TK High School Principal Henry Dugan, discussion of the curriculum guide, the seven-period day and graduation requirements, Deluxe Homeowners Insurance a brief overview of the depart­ tf you're looking tor Superior protection lor your home ments and class descriptions, and property then check out the Deluxe Homeowners along with departmental • INDIVIDUALS • CORPORATIONS • PARTNERSHIPS package avaAaMe from Citizens Insurance Company lours, arxi a question and • FARMS • BUSINESS • ACCOUNTING • PAYROLLS answer period with high When you add the Deluxe Homeowners package to Cwzens standard homeowners pokey at a nominal school counselors • ELECTRONIC FILING (Federal & State) Financepianr ^centre cost, you enjoy addbtaonai coverages such as This entire orientation is designed to help eighth • Guaranteed Replacement Cost coverage tor your home and rts contents This year we have been accepted to participate in the federal as well as graders become familiar with • Extended Theft coverage the high school and make the ‘ State of Michigan Electronic Filing No extra charge when we are • Extended Tree & Shrubbery Removal coverage them more comfortable when the preparer. • Fire Department Service Charge coverage thes start ninth grade in the - HOURS fall', said Fletke MiDOcEVlLcl OFFICE Mon -Fn 9 Am to 6 p m HASTINGS OFFiCt Can your local ^dependent Gwens agent today tor Superintendent's Corner Steve Garrett Retiring superintendent RETIREMENT, TK High School orientation set SUPERIOR PROTECTION FOR YOUR HOME 505 W APPLE Sal 9 am to 1 pm Sun Closed 111 BAOAOWAY 945-5429 FAX # (616) 795-3420 795-3387 State ot Michigan is limited to refunds only and form 1040 and CRs This is a Ptlot Program tor 1993 returns BINGO America* Le<io* Peet <305 9540 Cherry Vatley, Caledonia • THURSDAY • Early Bkd - 6:30 p.m. tnedeta^son the Deluxe Homeowners package and these valuable extra coverages J.L Schwartz Insurance Agency “Our Policy i» Sonrico” 497 Arlington St (M-37), Middleville Call: 795*3302 or 891-8205 �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I February 15, 1994 / Page 3 ‘Chilly Willy-type’ residence is now for rent in Freeport The kids all have a grand time playing in the igloo. Jessica Mothis, the 6-yecr old neighbor, watches as 6-year-old Brian Reed waves. Master igloo builders (from left) Jennifer Reynhout. and Donna and Jim Reed relax on the igloos they mode. They jokingly attached a Tor Rent' sing to the icy house. by Margaret f owler Staff Writer The little cartoon penquin Chilly Willy would feel right at home in the yard of one Freeport family A dual-dome igloo with a “For Rent sign on it sit* right in the front yard of Jim and Donna Reed Jim said he was inspired by the movie "Shade* of the Wolf.” During one part, one of the characters was shown building an igloo. Jim thought to himself. That's easy. I can do that .” And do that he did along ‘Back Room Gang’to play at Middlevilla The "Back Room Gang” of Traverse City, who are mak ing their first foray into lower West Michigan, will have a jazz concert (sponsored by the West Michigan Vintage Jazz Club) at the Middle Villa Inn Sunday afternoon at 3 p.m. The Back Rixim Gang has been enjoying its reputation since the late 1960s. from its regular stand at Dill’s Old Towne Bistro, with many of its numerous downstate fans scheduling their vacations or other northern trips to coin­ cide with the Back Room Gang's sessions at Dill’s. The band’s instrumentation is a fun-producing formation, using comet (Bob King), trombone (Dennis Huntley), piano (Bill Cook), tuba (Hal Fisher), banjo (Bob Read), and washboard (Don Frost). It is believed that Frost’s in­ strument is a rare E-flat zinc washboard, much less com­ mon than the B-flat aluminum variety, and more capable of producing the unique resonances, which add greatly to the familiar lustre of the Back Room Gang's sound Vocal chores are handled by Jan Fisher (co-leader) and Kerry Price, late of the band Mother’s Boys, and an inter nationally known singer in the tradition of Bessie Smith and Claire Austin Besides the regular dates at Dill’s, the Back Room Gang has played in widely-known jazz festivals such as Schuss Mountain and the Bix Beiderbecke Festival in Davenport. Iowa, plus the world-famous Sacramento Jubilee in California, and its own Old Towne Fest in Traverse City The public is welcome to hear the Back Room Gang Tickets are $15 per person, while Jazz Club members are admitted for $12 each with the help of Donna and their 6-year-old son. Brian Using a rectangular waste basket, the family packed snow into it and those snow cubes were the building blocks for the igloo. Jim cut and shaped each piece to form each of the domes, the connecting tunnel in between, and the tunnel shaped entrance. The whole project took about four hours to complete. Now the igloo still stands, inviting neighborhood kids to play in it and jokingly being advertised for rent “We had a lot of fun building it.” said Jim “And if we get another storm where the snow packs well. I might even build a bigger igloo next to this one!” VOTE for Steve Antecki TREASURER Village of Caledonia on ... Monday 2-21-94 From time to time it's nice to hear from our customers on how we are meeting your finan­ cial needs. We feel we do a good job in servicing our community, and want to do more. Now you have the opportunity to let us know how you think we are doing. We welcome your comments on this ad. Please complete, cut out, and return the com­ pleted survey at your earliest convenience. 1. Would you like to see us offer any of the following services? ------- Trust ____ Brokerage Tax Preparation Financial Planning 2. Other ------ — Are we providing you with friendly, personal service? ____ Yes ____ No 3. What do you feel we can do better?------------------------- ——— Please return this survey to your nearest branch location. Thank You for your help. The First Name in Community Service Banking (27 E Main St. LLHDtEH 3205G84liStSE 303 N. Arlington CALEDONIA DUTTON MIDDLEVILLE 891-8113 698-6337 795-3361 Community Reinvestment Officer on behalf of the Board of Directors of the State Bank of Caledonia. Fbid �Page 4 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I February 15. 19W Neighbors With. NORMA VELDERMAN Hi everyone' Well. I guess that we really have winter now, don't we? Johnny has been able to keep the driveway open for our car to plow through Cay gets out with her truck every day Last weekend, son Dave came back from his trip to Great Falls. Minn He went to the proving grounds for his company. GM They had new models to test Having nine drivers and six cars to drive in all kinds of conditions, they finished in Denver. Colo He was here with us for the weekend Dave. Cay and Johnny had could bring down a wagon load of firewood What a lot of work to get it down here in my woodshed' But what a wonderful feeling to have the woodshed full for our stormy weather' Dave left last week for Mexico for some more testing of GM cars I believe he said it was Monterey He will be back home this weekend, so i won't have any more fun playing with his keyboard 1 have had to go back to the Her daughter. Bernice Wood from Lexington, was here visiting at her mom s home but had to rush home for the birth Her name is Alexie Nickole She is now a month old Lib also said that she and other Middleville folks will be •Walking for Warmth Saturday. Feb. 19. Lib said that anyone who wants to walk and help raise money should call the C A A Some of the walkers are Lib Palmer. Chns Schaad. Florence Fiala. Frances Maichcle. Mike Bremer and children. Helen Scott and Bob and Carol Bender Lucille Getty said that she is coming along nicely and is grateful that we only have snow . not earthquakes or mud slides. Doug Harat said that last weekend the whole family went to visit Cathy. It was Sibling Weekend Ann Mane and Michael stayed in the dorm with Cathy Cathy Williamson said that daughter Stacey had a shower Saturday Don did a mural of ‘’Winnie the Pooh’’ all around the wall of the baby’s room. They live at Bassett Lake I got hoW of Betty Koeplmger and she said that she retired last week, and is going to be lazy for a few days. Well, thanks to Johnny and his plowing, we can go for a walk, in the bam and down the driveway to the road It is only about 375 feet from our house to the mad. but w ith the low temperatures and very cold winds, the walk in the bam and up and down the driveway gives us exercise Continued nett page LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ‘x > tai ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church — Serving a Living Lord SUNDAY........ 9 45 a m . 1100am 4600pm WEDNESDAY................................ Family Fellowship Prayer 4t Bible Study 7 00 p m 7240 oflth Street. SE - Boy. have I ever had to dredge up my memories' For­ tunately. for evey one else in the house. Dave brought ear­ phones Chords and fingering exercises are horrible to listen to. even for the player But what a wonderful time 1 have had limbering up my fingers and recalling what little I had learned I wish he would leave it here for me to play with, but he has too much fun playing it . He has a computer on it with disks and can you ever make rt sound good’ Tuesday evening he was playing it at the time I was calling all of you He used his earphones Russ Bender said that Bev's husband left Tuesday to go home, back to California Bev is staying a few more days with Joan They had a wonderful family time while they were here Thornapple Heritage members, don’t forget we meet at Steensma s and that Don Dean is going over some of his slides for us on our local history Meeting is at 7:30. Edith Miller said that she hasn't been feeling very good this last week, but is coming along much better now Lois Bender said that on the 4th Diane Bender and two van loads of students from Wellian University stopped at her parents' place and stayed overnight Lois said that they all had their sleeping bags Their house must have been very full Saturday afternoon. Barb look Lois and Walt Bender to Cannonsburg to watch the group ski. Lib Palmer said that she has a new great-granddaughter Caledonia of M-37 Pastor Rev Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor. Darrel L Schrock Music, Jeffery C. Vander Heide 2 miles east CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH A church with a caring heart for our community and the world Sunday Services...... 9:30 a m & 6:00 p.m. M-37 at 100th St., Caledonia, Ml Church Office: (616) 891-1512 Rev. Gerald Van Oyen Al Tiemeyer Community Calling FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville Bruce N. Stewart, Pastor Lee Taylor, Assistant Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Wonhip Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid Week Prayer Word of Life Clubs 945 11:00 6:00 6:45 * *5 a.m. p.m. p.m. p.m. Pastor Scott Taylor Read ing People With Christ 8 30 am to 9 30 am — First Worship Service 9 30 am o 9:45 am - Coffee Fellowship 9 45 am to 10:45 am — Sunday School 10:45 am to 11:00 am — Coffee Fellowship 1100 am to 12 00 — Second Worship Service Nursery and Childrens Church unit be provided during both services too m» punty" 1 Timothy 4 12 . 6:00 p.m. Rev. Bernard Mulder, Pastor 868-6306 Sunday Morning Worship ..9:30 a.m. (Interpreted for hearing impaired). 11 :10 a.m. Sunday School...................... . ........... ..6:30p.m. Sunday Evening Service..................... Pioneer Oub .6:30 p.m (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday...... Prayer Meeting Wednesday............ Youth Fellowship - Sunday.............................. 5:00 p m RAY TOWNSEND. Pastor TW DOUBLESTEIN. Youth Director 708 West Main Street Morning Worship Service.......... Sunday School.............................. Evening Worship Service........... Rev. James Cusack Phone 891-9259 10 00 a m ,11 15am ..600pm YOU ARE INVITE Saturday Evening Mass................................. 5:00 p m Rev Roger Timmerman. Pastor Sunday Mass....................... 9 00 a m & 11 00 a m WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 8546 WhitneyvHe Ave of St •891-8661 "The Churcn e.eytxa, b sor^etxxiy ana jesus Chrst s lokT Sunday Schoa.............................. 930am Sunday Mcrnng Worshc....... *Q30om Sunday Evenrig wormc 600 p m Aea Moweet »royer 8 8e*e Skjdy....... 700 p m. AArJa&r SevexKxsx ‘a/tar we aw Mjsc> “God Cares for You” Cornerstone Wesleyan Church Church School......................... 9:30am. Meeting at the Comer of Choir Practice ................. 9:30 a.m. Wood School Rd. and Wing Rd. Worship Service............ 10:30 a.m Sen, ices — 250 Vine Street Sunday School KHW a_m Church Office 891^669 Morning Worship —— Hd0a.m Parsonage 891-8167 Evening Worship 6 00 p.m Pastor Jeffry Lee Phone 795-7076 Pence Reformed Church Barrier Free • M 37 between Caledonia & Middleville Sunday Worship Services 8:30 or 11:00, 6:00 Children * Church/Youth Worship during morning tenicn. Canway Si puppet ministry for K4th during evening services ...9:45-10:45 Sunday School Wednesday Night ‘Family Night” 6:45-8:15 Indudes Adventure Club. Chom for Children ud Adults High School Youth Group and Adult Chain For information call: 891-81 19 o91 -OUZO MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED Kratt Avenue at Johnson Street Rev. Bobby Dale Whitlock . 9:30 a.m. 10:30 a.m. Sunday School Sun. Morning Worship Evening Service.......... Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST CHRISTIAN REFORMED 6201 Whitneyville Avenue LEIGHTON UNITED METHODIST WELCOME TO (aincs United Brethren Church Kalamazoo Avenue at «2nd Street Caledonia, Michigan Telephone Pastor Mark Jeers LAKESIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH 795-3667 MIDDLEVILLE and PARMELEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES St. Paul Lutheran MISSOURI SYNOD (Come join our family Cods family) Kraft Ave. & 84th St., Caledonia, Ml 8 30 a.m. 9 45 a m 11 00 am. Sunday Morning Worship Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Rev. Robert Gerke 891-8688 Office / 891 8978 Church GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH r 12200 Chief Noonday Road (at Gun Lake) Wayland Michigan 49348 • 7*5 7W3 Barrier Free ' Programs for Alt Ages 111 Church Street Sunday Wixship 10 00 am , Parmelee Morning Worship............ 9 30 a m Moaieviiie Sunday School.............. 9 45 a m MioateviHe Worship......................... 1190 a m Sunday School Wednesday "Family Night" Rev Lynn Wagner — 795-3798 6 00 p m Rev. Carroll Fowler — 765-5316 fUieumt. knfitl Church Office Phone — 795-9266 (Jljc (Old (limr JHrll|odi»t (Church 5590 Whitneyville Ave . S E Alto. Michigan 49302 Sunday School 10 00 am. Morning Worship 1100 am Evening Worship 6 00pm Wednesday Prayer Meeting/ Children s Classes 7 00 p m Roxie Ballard, Pastor - 868-6437 - ______ The Reorganized CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST of Latter Day Saints 8146 68d> Sr near Whitneyville Ave Church School. Sunday......... ............ 10:00 am Morning Worship....... 11 00 a m Evening Worship Wed ______ 6 00 p m Fellowship.......... 7 30 p m (in homes or <t>un.h) vail Pastor Lloyd DeVormer Sr. 897-7407 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I February 15. 1994 I Page 5 Kendra Weatherhead named Rotary Youth of the Month Senior Kendra Weatherhead. daughter of Dr ind Mrs. Jim Weatherhead ot Middleville, was chosen a? he ‘‘Rotary Student of the Month" for January at Thor nappie Kellogg High School. Some of her outstanding ac­ complishments include an over all 3.87 grade point average in a rigorous college preparatory curriculum; recognition as a four year allcon fere nee member of the ten­ nis team; honorable mention all-conference participant on the soccer team; and an avid worker on the National Honor Society and Student Council. Always striving for perfec­ tion could best summarize Kendra's approach to life, learning and experiences, and most situations Future plans include a Kendra Weatherheod psychiatry degree at Michigan State University Four generations Cody William Charles Geiger became the fourth generation of Geigers He was bom Sept 2, 1993 The four generations include (from left) grandfather Ron Geiger of Freeport, father Charles E. Geiger of Big Rapids and great-grandfather Charles H Geiger of Zielinski • Pixley united “The Marksmen Quartet’ to Michelle Mane Zielinski and Andrew John Pixley were united in marriage on Aug. 2I, 1993 at Pleasantv tew Family Church in Dowling by the Rev Bob Homan The parents of the bnde and groom are Jim and Thelma Zielinski Sr. of Bay City and Leonard and Maxine Pixley of Nashville Matron of honor was Mary Jo Zielinski; bridesmaid Sue Day Flower girls were An­ drea and Kersten Zielinski. Best man was Kevin Pixley; groomsman Craig Ostergren Ushers were Barry Carpenter, Chris Zielinski and Jim Zielinski Jr. Guest book by Sara Cartwright. Reception followed at the Maple Leaf Grange hosted by Darrel and Karen Reid. Bob Mowbray and Patty Mowbray Servers were Margret Cook. Kelly Down­ ing, Lisa Pixley and aunts, uncles, cousins and friends ENGAGEMENTS Catt- Holcomb to wed May 21 Reasers to observe 45th anniversary Horry and Bernodine (Wieringa) Reaser of Mid­ dleville will celebrate their 45th anniversary on February 26th, 1994. They were married in Angola, Indiana. They hove three children, Diane and Frank Drogowski, Pat and Mary Reaser and Michael Reaser; and five grandchildren. They reside at 10740 Whitneyville Rd., Middleville 49333. perform at Caledonia Christian Reformed Church "The Marksmen Quartet ’ from Georgia will appear at the Caledonia Christian Reformed Church on Friday, Feb. 25 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets art available through Caledonia Professional Pharmacy and the Cutlerville Christian Bookstore, or call Betty Kapteyn at 891-8858 or Micky Jelsema at 795 9548 The tickets are $5 in advance or $6 at the door. To order tickets by mail, send a check for $5 to: Betty Kapteyn. 8840 Fast Pans Ave Caledonia. Ml 4931ft Add 50 cents fix postage and handling, or include a self addressed stamped enevclope There will be a nursery available for the event The church is located at M-37 andlOOth Street in Caledonia Caledonia Christian Reformed Church Presents a... Successful Single Living — WORKSHOP — Michelle Renee Can and Brian Heath Holcomb will unite in marriage on May 21, 1994. Thee couple’s parents are John and Terri Can of Cedar, Mich and Tom and Loretta Holcomb of Traverse City. The bnde to be is a 1988 graduate of Glen Lake and is employed at Meijer’s. the groom is a 1988 graduate of Traverse City and is employed at Michigan Paper Products. (Recovery for the Bereaved. Newly Single, or Divorced) DISCUSSION TOPICS • Making the Most of a • Single Adult Sexuality Difficult Situation • Battle Between the Sexes • Developing a Healthy Self Love • Solo Parenting • Preparation for • Love What is It? • How to Trust After Being Burned Remarriage • I'm Not Perfect But Im Improving • Coping with Loneliness Workshop Cost Free • Child Carr for Infants thru Elementary Age Pmvidrd - EVERY WEDNESDAY NIGHT Feb. 23 - April 27 • 7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Caledonia Christian Reformed Church M-37 at 100th Street NEIGHBORS, continued from Page 4 and fresh air. Johnny walks ahead of me and I can see the contrast of his dark pants against the snow. With my two ski poles and staying behind him. he lets me know where I can go safely. It is a heavy responsibility for Johnny 1 sure appreciate his thoughtfulness and patience Otherwise. 1 would be house­ bound and would get stir crazy. 1 am very fortunate 1 have a very nch and good life Have a good, careful week coming up. folks 1 love all of you and really enjoy visiting with you, my Community Family. Is your CD About To Renew? Call us First! We have some CD alternatives that win pay high interest, offer tax-deferred interest earnings, and guarantee a Metme retirement income Cail today for details Making your future more predictable MB FARM Btfit At tNSURANCt Weltons to observe 60 years Sixty years of marriage will be celebrated by Harold and Mane Welton on Feb. 22. Harold was a butcher for Geuke's Meat Market for y ears and drove school bus for Caledonia 26 years. He also was a fanner He also enjoyed big game hunting Mane worked for 26 years at Keebler's. and she enjoyed going on numerous trips They are the parents of Robert (Shirley) Smith. Ken neth (deceased). Richard (Barbara) Rose Butch Welton. Paul (Sheila) Dykstra They have 10 grand­ children and five great­ grandchildren They have lived in the Alto area their entire mamed life The family requests a card 1611 S Hanover St Suite 112. Hast mgs Ph. 945-3443 To get more juice from oranges let the hurt soak in co*d water for a while before squeezing make reservation* or for further information, call Caledonia Christian Reformed Church at 891-1512 shower. Harold and Mane’s address is 9462 Whitneyville Ave.. Alto. Mich. 49302. Since 1981 - Only One is “The Original” One-of-a-kind 18th & 19th century heirlooms ot the future Folk Art Craft Show & Sale Kalamazoo County Fairgrounds Feb. 18(Frl.) 4pm-9pm Feb. 19(Sat.) 9am-5pm Feb. 20(Sun.) 11 am-4pm SAVE Jim Couchenour To Adults 2-12 yrs. *2* Presenttfi’s" acT receive $1 OFF one admission Kllamazoo^ LU . . « w 21 • SAVE a 5al^nla.z^ ?! �Page 6 / The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml / February 15. 1994 AREA SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS Three TK Middle School kids win ‘America & Me’ competition Thornapple Kellogg School launch Menu Wednesday. Feb. 16 Fish path, mashed potatoes, cole slaw. WW Bread, cherry crisp. M.S Salad Bar Thursday. Feb. 17 Chili/crackers, vegetable slicks, bread/peanut butter, fresh fruit Fridas. Feb. 18 Pizza or Fishwich (Russo’s at Page), baked beans, or sweet potatoes, pears Monday. Feb. 21 Mid Winter Break Tuesday. Feb. 22 Oven fried chicken, savory rice, broccoli, peaches NOTE: Whole or lowfat milk offered each day Alt menu al El Monday, hot dog; Tues­ day. turkey sandwich. Wednesday, salad bar; Thurs­ day. hamburger; Friday, fishwich. Variety of sandwiches and salads at High School and Middle Thornapple Kellogg Breakfast Menu Wednesday. Feb. 16 French toast sticks, juice, milk Thursday. Feb. 17 Breakfast pizza, orange juice, milk Friday. Feb. 18 Egg/Cheese. omelette on biscuit, orange juice, milk. Monday, Feb. 21 Mid Winter Break Tuesday. Feb. 22 Cold cereal, muffin, juice, milk Caledonia Communes High Middle Schools Wednesday. Feb. 16 Spaghetti, w meat sauce, peas or french fnes fruit choice, bread sticks, milk. Thursday. Feb. 17 Chicken nuggets, com or french fnes. fruit choice, roll, milk Friday. Feb. 18 French bread pizza. mixed vegetable or french fnes. fruit choice, milk Monday. Feb. 21 Deluxe hamburg, w/bun. french fnes. fruit choice, milk Tuesday. Feb. 22 Pizza. french fnes. fruit choice, milk. Caledonia Communitv Schools High Middle Meal Deal Menu Wednesday. Feb. 16 French dip sandwich, french fries. Vita Pup. milk Thursday. Feb. 17 Italian bar. Vita Pup. milk Friday, Feb. 18 Itza pizza, french fries. Vita Pup. milk, potato bar Monday. Feb. 21 BYO sub sandwich, french fries. Vita Pup. milk Tuesday. Feb. 22 Grilled chicken sandwich, french fries. Vita Pup. milk. Caledonia Community Schools Elementary Lunch Menu Wednesday. Feb. 16 Spaghetti w/meat sauce, bread slicks. Food Bar. milk Thursday, Feb. 17 Chicken fajita. Spanish nee, food bar. milk Friday. Feb. 18 French bread, pizza, food bar. Vita Pup. milk SAVE MONEY “TOP QUALITY SALES AND SERVICE AT A LOW PRICE" In d' KEY CLEANING SERVICES ★ CARPET and VINYL SALE (In home & business showings) ★ CARPET and FURNITURE CLEANING ★ LOW, LOW PRICES COMPLETE COMMERCIAL and RESIDENTIAL SERVICE 948*8381 jed T0M TOM FRITH • DAVID McWILLIAMS, CO-OWNERS SAVE MONEY WESTERN AUTO Can Keep You Running WATERPUMPS $969 $1Q95 ■■■ -' ' ■ Bar & Chain Oil washer solvent HOC 03 Starters and Alternators 7 t0* d, __ radLa NCK Spark Plugs from... $169 OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK western Auto Breakfast for lunch, ft toast or waffle, sausage. juice, food bar. milk Tuesday. Feb. 26 Pizza, food bar. milk C aledonia Community Schools Kettle Lake Breakfast Menu Wednesday. Feb. 16 French toast boat, sausage link, juice or fruit, milk. Thursday. Feb. 17 Breakfast pizza, juice or fruit, milk. Friday . Feb. 18 Pop tart, string cheese, juice or fruit, milk Monday. Feb. 21 Assorted cereal, juice or fruit, milk Tuesday. Feb. 22 Hot cinnamon roll, juice or fruit, milk Caledonia Communitv Schools Kettle Lake Lunch Menu Wednesday. Feb. 16 Spaghetti w meal sauce, bread sticks, food bar. milk. Thursday. Feb. 17 Chicken fajita. Spanish rice, food bar. milk. Friday. Feb. 18 French bread pizza, food bar. Vita Pup. milk Monday. Feb. 21 Breakfast for lunch, french toast, or waffle, sausage, juice, food bar Tuesday. Feb. 22 Pizza, food bar. milk FOOD BAR Salad bar. fruits, veg . PBAJ sandwich, milk Caledonia Community Schools Dutton and Dutton Christian Lunch Wednesday Feb. 16 Spaghetti w/meat sauce, bread sticks, tossed salad, pears, milk. Thursday, Feb. 17 Chicken fajita, green beans, apple, milk. Friday , Feb. 18 French bread pizza, com. Vita Pup. milk. Monday , Feb. 21 Breakfast for lunch — french toast or waffle, sausage, juice, applesauce, milk Tuesday. Feb. 22 Pizza, veg. stick/dip. fruit, milk. Three students from Thor nappie Kellogg Middle School have been named local win­ ners in the 25th annual “Amenca A Me" essay con­ test. sponsored by Farm Bureau Insurance The three students, who earned the first-, second- and third-place awards for their school, are Sara Hillman, first; Anne-Marie Hart, second; and Lucas Weatherhead, third. All three received certificates for their achievement. As the school's first place winner. Sara Hillman s name also will be engraved on a pla­ que for permanent display in the school Thomapple Kellogg Middle School's participation in the America & Me Essay Contest was sponsored by Farm Bureau Insurance agent Larry Neil of Hastings Sara's first-place essay now advances to the state level competition, from which the top ten essays in Michigan will be selected. The top ten statewide winners, who will be announced in May. will receive plaques and U.S. sav ings bonds valued from $500 to $1.000. In addition, the top ten essayists will be honored at a banquet in Lansing and at a meeting with Michigan's top governmental leaders in late May A team of finalist judges that includes top governmen­ tal leaders will determine the top statewide winners Several thousand eighthgrade students from almost 450 Michigan schools par ticipated in the 1993-94 America A Me Essay Con test, which was conducted with the help of Farm Bureau After Charles Lindbergh made history with the first solo flight across the At­ lantic. he came home by ship. Sara Selleck joins Hastings City Bank loan department Sara K Selleck has joined the staff at Hastings City Bank as loan administrator in the Hastings office. The announcement was made by Robert E Picking, chief executive officer and president of Hastings City Bank Selleck. who was bom and raised in Middleville, graduated from Central Michigan University in 1993. majoring in finance with a minor in math She and her fiancee. Walt Walkowski. plan io live in this area after they are married. Sara K. Selleck Insurance agents across the state The topic of the 1993-94 contest was "My Roots In Amenca And How 1 Can Nounsh Them " Started in 1968 and open to all Michigan eighth-grade students, the contest en­ TK Bulletin Board Feb. 15 - P E T. meeting. 7 p m at McFall. Come to the meeting and escape the winter blahs' High school basketball vs. Delton, here Feb. 16 - Wildlife Encounters, wetlands at Page (P E T. sponsored) Feb. 16, 17 - Barnyard Express at McFall (P E T. sponsored) Feb. 17 - High school volleyball vs. Godwin, here Feb. 18 - Fifth graders to see the Time Machine perfor­ mance (P.E.T. sponsored). High school basketball vs Calvin, here Feb. 19 - Freshmen volleyball vs. Hamilton, there Feb 21 Note change' No mid winter break' (We’ve already had six unscheduled ’breaks'). High school volleyball vs Comstock Park, there Feb. 22 Middle school P E P. Frankenmuth fundraiser kick off. The group is saving towards two complete CD ROMlaser disk systems for the sixth and eighth grades (Seventh grade received a unit 1st year.) The high school will be having an eighth grade orientation night at the auditorium. 7 p.m. (see below). Middle school volleyball vs Caledonia, there IxMiking Ahead... Feb. 23 Middle school volleyball B Team vs Wayland, there Feb. 24 - Middle school volleyball vs. Hastings, there Mid die school wrestling vs. Hamilton, there High srhnoi freshmen volleyball vs. Delton/Plamwell, there Feb. 25 - P.E.T. popcorn at McFall High school basketball vs Godwin, there Feb. 26 Middle school wrestling TK Tournament, here High school volleyball conference at Hamilton Feb. 28 - At the elementanes, Mr Brod Bageri. poet, will be working with students. Exciting! P E P meeting. 7 p.m at the middle school library (Did you miss us? We were snowed in too. Sorry, no ‘Bulletin’ for the previous two weeks.) Teachable Moments... McFall - Mrs. Erb’s first grade classroom is enjoying learn ing new nursery rhymes as well as reviewing many old ones! West Mrs. Thaler’s second graders have been reading biographies about Martin Luther King Jr. Some even found items in newspapers and magazines about him They arc doing really fast drills to memorize their addition facts. They practice math on the computer, too. Page - Mrs. Chausow’s fourth grade class studied clowns and then wrote their own stones about clowns. The published books were enjoyed with Mrs. Erb’s first graders. On Mon­ day, Jan. 24, we helped Mrs. Erb’s class make their own clown books. Mrs. Chausows’s, Mrs. Jahnke’s and Mrs Voss’ rooms have turned in their multiplication games Students have been enjoying playing their homemade games and studying multiplication at the same time High School - The high school will be presenting an “ Eighth Grade Students and Parents’ Orientation Night" on Feb 17, at the high school auditorium at 7 p.m. This is to assist in the transition from the middle school to the high school. You'll have the opportunity to meet the principal and several staff members, obtain curriculum information, ask questions and tour the school Congratulations to the January Page All-Stars! Chris George, Rachel Kennicott, Chet Bohley, Jeff Snyder, Sara Noom, Mark Fliearman, Jill Smith, Josh Munsee, Amy Boom, Lisa Moorhouse, Jill Huber, Enn Holmes, Jay l^ntinga, Shel­ ly Cargill, Jessica Price, Victoria Stanton, Cass Furst, Icrcsa Venion, Mike Syswerda, Danielle Erway, Ryan Lee, Adam Lucas, Jenny Meyer, Angie Feenslra and Melinda Roth. 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Middleville, Ml I February 15, 1994 I Page 7 No trustee contest with Moerland's withdrawal Caledonia Village primary features race for treasurer by Barbara (rail Staff Writer Only one contest highlights this year s Caledonia Village primary Feb 21. as two Republicans vie for the treasurer's office Council Trustee Steve Antecki and newcomer David Quillan both have filed for the seat being vacated by long time Village Treasurer Jay Shook Antecki. owner of a tax and business management con­ sulting firm, decided to give up his council seat and run for the treasurer’s job when Shook announced he was retiring “Working with numbers is a natural for me," he said of the job “I also like the contact with the people and the chance to explain to them bow things work.” He said he believes the village eventually has to ex­ pand its current services to ac­ commodate the growth in the area. and that this could in­ volve more personnel hours However, he also would like to look into ways of im­ proving the efficiency of the village government, possibly by coordinating some services with the township and with the school district i .,r» m-c us helping each other out on both a formal contractual basis and in infor­ mal ways as well." he said Antecki also has training in grant writing, and would like to use that skill to apply for funds for the village “You have to look outside the traditional revenue sources these days." he said While be believes the job will indeed take time to learn, he is confident he can handle it. “If I need help. I ll find the people that have the answers to my questions I know how to get the answers." he said A seven-year resident of the Village. Antecki was ap­ pointed to the council to replace Trustee Hugh Kegerreis, who resigned last year He is a co-founder of Caledonia's new Neighborhood Watch pro­ gram. which also has organiz ed a “Business Watch, along with the child and neighborhood watch programs He has worked three years of the Village Planning Com­ mission. and feels his ex­ perience in planning and zon­ ing would be an asset to the Village Council. “If elected treasurer, however. I do plan to continue my community involve­ ment." he said. “I would not run if I couldn’t continue my com­ munity work " He said he plans to keep up a dialogue with the public through mailings and ques tionnaircs and will attend educational and financial Steve Antecki seminars on issues that would affect the Village A Grand Rapids native and a graduate of Calvin College. Antecki has earned a master's degree at Central Michigan University. He and his wife and two children live at 528 E. Main. A newcomer to village politics. David Quillan is no stranger to Caledonia. A lifelong resident of the area, he has lived in the village for the last 12 years. He is a full time student at Aquinas College and also tak­ ing classes at Grand Rapids Community College, working toward a major in sociology | OBITUARIES John King . Laura B. Sherk MIDDLEVILLE - Mrs. Laura B. Sherk, 88, passed away February 7, 1994 al Blodgett Memorial Medical Center. Mrs. Sherk was bom on February 10, 1905 in Middlevil­ le the daughter of William and Hattie (Schiedel) Schlch. She was raised in the Middleville area on a farm and attended Middleville Schools. She went on to study al Davenport College in Grand Rapids. She was married to Garold Sherk on September 1, 1925. Mrs. Sherk was employed al Sonncvcldi Company in Grand Rapids as a bookkeeper and later during World War II worked in a defense plant sewing parachutes. Mrs. Sherk was an avid reader and a skilled seamstress, loved gardening and traveling, spend ing many winters in Florida while her husband still lived, but most of all a devoted homemak­ er and mother. Preceding her in death were her husband, Garold Sherk, two brothers, Glenn Schlch and Carl Schlch and one sister, Esther Robinson. Surviving are her four daught­ ers, Lois Middleton of Middle­ ville, Louise (Forest) Middleton of Middleville, Phyllis (Jack) Boger of Shelbyville, Ruth (Richard) Beck of Hastings; 15 grandchildren; 43 great­ grandchildren; two sisters-inlaw, Louise Schlch of Middle­ ville, Alice Schlch of Fremont; several nieces and nephews. Funeral and committal services were held Wednesday, February 9, 1994 at the Beeler Funeral Chapel with Reverend Roger Timmerman officiating, interment Pamalee Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made io Thomapple Ambu­ lance Service. CALEDONIA Mr. John King, 84, of 4570 Patterson Road, Caledonia, passed away Friday, February 4, 1994 al the Metropolitan Hospital in Grand Rapids. Mr. King was born on June 15,1909 in Byron Township, the son of Charles and Elizabeth (Middlebush) King. He was a farmer. Mr. King married Bertha King. She preceded him in death on March 23. 1991. Surviving Mr. King are his children, Marilyn an Ron Shoe­ maker, of Grand Rapids, Allen and Linda Rillema of Greenvil­ le; eight grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren; sisters, Vera and Bert J older* ma, Mrs. Veda Keizer, all of Grand Rapids; brother-in-law. Mart Otte, of Grand Rapids; sistersin-law and txothers-in-law, Mrs. Jean Custer of Grand Rapids, Ada and Ernie Boemer of Bumps, Albert VanderSloot of Byron Center, many nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Jan Bennett Grimm; great granddaughters, Allison Casad Monday at the Caledonia Funer­ al Chapel with Reverend Peter Bennett, Sarah Elizabeth Bennett, Oahn Kaechele, Kim Breen and Reverend Fulkert Faba officiating. Kaechele, Cassy Bennett, Great Me mon al contributions may grandson, Bennett Grimm; be made to the Peace Reformed nephews, Robert Johnson, Char Church Mission Fund for short les W Harper, and Charles M Harper, nieces, Mary Kaechele, term mission projects for the Dons Green, Chnstene Lenart young and Martha Caste lain Cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, April 9 1994 at I 00 P M at Mt Hope Cemet ary, Middleville with Reverend Steve Tucker Officiating A mala hoew has 40 teeth Arrangements were made by A female has only 3C Beeler Funeral Home. Ethel Muriel(Harper) Kaechele NEW MEXICO - Mrs. Ethel Muriel (Harper) Kaechele, 98 of Las Cruces, New Mexico passed away Thursday, January 27, 1994 at her home Mrs. Kaechele was born August 24, 1895 in Middleville, the daughter of Charles and Mary (Brown) Harper. She was a teacher and had been in the Las Cruces area for eight years. Mrs. Kaechele was a member of the Congregational Church and also the Order of Eastern Star and the D.A.R. Mrs. Kaechele is survived by her grandsons, Donald Casad Bennett, Joseph Francis Bennett, Jan Kaccholo. granddaughter. Phone 795-3345 for Sun & News ACTION-ADS, call 24-hours daily! David Quillan and a minor in psychology . He has associate degrees in business Before returning to school, he worked at Smith Industries for 14 years as a machinist and lab technician. He also has worked with the Mott Children’s Hospital in Ann Arbor to set up a pen pal would work to control village program with a children's growth, try to retain the “hometown" atmosphere of hospital in London, with the idea that the youngsters would the villge and enlist the cooperation of the township in benefit from the solving village issues correspondence “I don’t want to see the He is working toward a career in counseling village lose its autonomy. but adolescents, young adults and yet the township could work with the village and help it." the disabled Quillan said he decided to he said He also would like to see run for the treasurer's position because he would like to help both the village and township get the the village and the resident* boards work to message out in a different any way he can. “The office opened up. and way " so that more people would get involved with their I was encouraged to run by local government my friends." he said “I would try to have quality “I warn to work for the village, and I feel that if I'm meetings for the public, go out part of the council. I could and personally talk to people help solve the problems in the and assess their feelings. I’d get involved with the prop’s* area " He said he believes his as an individual." he said He'd also encourage courses in accounting, com­ puters and data processing Caledonia students to learn would be important assets for more about local government. A graduate of Caledonia the treasurer Issues he sees as most im­ High School himself. Quillan lives at 205 Fast Main portant to the council are new Village electrons are held al development in the area and the potential of a water system the village township hall. 250 Mam Street The polls are for the village residents. He said that if elected, he open from 7 a m to 8 p.m Moerland withdraws from local Village Council primary election Although three Village Council trustees will be elected in the March 14 general election, the withdrawal of incumbent Paula Moerland leaves a "no contest" situation for the three remaining candidates in the primary. They now are assured a slot on the March ballot unless a write-in candidate outdraws one of the official candiates. Although Moerland's name will appear on the ballot Mon­ day. she is leaving the council for health and career reasons. Her decision to withdraw came after the deadline for removing her name from the ballot. In a formal statement, she writes: "Due to health and career issues. I am withdraw­ ing from the race for the Village Council trustee seat to Paula Moerland has withdrawn from the Village Council trustee race. which I was appointed This was a difficult decision tor me as I have truly enjoyed both the work and the people in volved I would like to thank the members of the Council for their friendship, guidance and support during my short tenure ’ Her departure leaves in­ cumbent Susan Bercncsi and newcomer Charles Audy on the Republican ticket and Arlene Oaks the sole Democratic contender. Bercncsi, a homemaker and writer, has served on the council since 1975. Fellow Republican Chuck Audy is a 12-year resident of the village and is a social worker with the Kent County Department of Social Services Oaks, also new to the village political scene, is a homemaker and a 23-year resident of the village. A PRINTER THAT IS ... gf Affordable Sf Timely Sf Versatile ... 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Christian Reformed Church planning ‘Successful Single Living’ program The Caledonia Christian Reformed Church will offer a film scnes/discussion class called "Successful Single Liv­ ing, ” beginning Wednesday, Feb. 23, from 7:30 to approx imately 9:30 pm The series will be held for the following 10 Wednesday evenings (through the end of April). Nursery is provided for in­ The Grand Rapids Press is looking for a ... MOTOR ROUTE DRIVER ...for a small route. Service area is Cherry Valley Road, Gackler, Finkbeiner and Garbow Rds. For more information please call... 1-800-878-1411 ...and ask for Karen Echtinaw fams through elementary aged children Topics to be covered will be "Making the Most of a Difficult Situation,” "Developing a Healthy Self Love,” “Love. What Is It?”, "How to Trust After Being Burned.” "Coping With Loneliness." "Single Adult Sexuality.” "Battle Between The Sexes." "Solo Paren ting,” "Preparation For ReMamage." and "I’m Not Perfect But I’m Improving.” This class is designated to be informal, discussion, small-group situation. A film strip is viewed and smallgroup discussion follows. The people attending do not need to be recently “single.” Sometimes issues of grief, anger, inferiority and mistrust can linger for years. This class may help. If you listen to the Coo sol (date Caledonia Commit­ tee. they would have you believe that the village fund balances are just surplus, and should be turned over to the township, or county, and life will go on as usual. The fact is that these funds are not just surplus, but rather your tax dollars that have ac­ crued and will be used for im­ portant porjects of benefit to residents of the village. These projects quite often happen when local funds can be tied to ocher grants. If the village were vacated, the village general fund (village tax dollars) would be turned over to the township to use as they see fit The same would be true of the village sewer fund. Any funds that look like surplus to them could be spent as they see fit any place in the township The major and local street funds received from the State Department of Transportation would go to the county I would not plan on a big stream of that money coming back to the village for maintenance and new construction Most maintenance and construct ion on village streets have to be reinforced with money from the general fund The reality of the above is again that the R<xxi Commis­ sion could allocate this new money any place in the township that they see fit. Good luck if you were plann mg on a street improvement in your ncighbortxxxl anytime soon, if the village is dissolved. As of Feb. 1. the village general fund had a balance of $259,486.11, the sewer fund balance $210,276.84, the ma­ jor street fund balance $103,206.12. and the local street fund balance of $6,973.54 Looks like a kx of money doesn't it And it is a kx of money to most of us However, when you start maintenance and new con­ struction of streets, sanitary and storm sewer, the money disappears in a hurry Once again, these are tax dollarts paid bv you. the peo­ ple of the village, and I believe you have every right to spend them the way you see fit on the projects you want and need in the Village of Caledonia See you at the village meetings, and the Save Our Village meetings This is where you can get the facts You can make a d.tference Vote in the village election, and vote ’ no’ ‘ on the question of vacating the village March Jay L Shook Caledonia Should we vote as political rivalries? Dear editor: According to the Grand Rapids South Press of Feb. 10, the Caledonia Township Board feels it would cost them $35,000 per year to accept the merger of the two governments It appears that what is done by the village really can be done for a whole lot less money This $35,000 merger cost would be close to zero if you are honest enough to subtract the township’s additional state shared revenue and distribute the pension benefit costs of four full-time township staff to all township residents. As it stands now. the board wants to make the planner full time anyway, so why add his benefit costs ($10,000) to the merger9 I think the board was misin­ formed that the current village clerk would have to be hired full-time to manage the sewer plant She only works 24 hours per week now as the clerk! Tom Garbow. the township supervisor, said this was a "board planning session" and no position was going to be taken until next week; but he announced the board’s deci sion in last week’s South Press. The merger would reduce property taxes by 9 447 mills and eliminate $162,000 in village property taxes (Village FY94 budget) I think paying $35,000 instead of $162,000 would still be a tax reduction of 80 percent, or about $320 per home So why docs Mr. Garbow want me taxed $400 instead of $80 ’ It appears the Consolidate Caledonia people are the only ones with new ideas, pro posals for saving money, and generally kxiking out for my tax dollars. 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If this vote March 14 has any impact on one person, it will be so; for all of us in the community (both township and village). Please, get out there and show your spirit for the entire values we hold dear to us. that in which we call Caledonia Do not show bias or blind­ ness. by not showing that you care what happens to what *e have spent years, as well as lifetimes, building Vote March 14 And show us your individuality and our pnde in togethemes Decide for yourself that we can work things out together as a community that does not have to follow the paths that others have taken David Quillan Independent Candidate For Village Treasurer STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY in the Caledonia Village W QUEERS COMPENSATION COMMERCIAi -I IAIlIl l I Y �WE ARE THE LARGEST & MOST COMPLETE PRINTING FACILITY IN BARRY COUNTY SPECIALIZING IN MULTI-COLOR AND 4 COLOR PROCESS WORK WHERE NO JOB IS TOO BIGAND NEVER TOO SMALL! • Letterheads • Folders • Business Cards • Books • Annual Reports • Stickers • invitations • Brochures • Labels • Flyers • Tags • Posters • Envelopes • Political Signs • • Rubber • Stamps • Balloons • • Newsletters • calendars SERVICING KALAMAZOO, GRAND RAPIDS, BATTLE CREEK, LANSING AND THE SURROUNDING AREAS DAILY! 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Village and township resi­ dents packed the hall, appar­ ently anticipating an open fo­ rum on the issue, but Garbow limited the meeting to a board discussion of some of the fi­ nancial issues involved. The board also went through a list of questions submined about the possible merger Garbow. Township Treas­ urer Ruth DeVries and Clerk Pat Snyder came up with an estimate of $95,000 to cover the costs of funding "just the minimum* services village residents now enjoy, including: • Sewer/water — $20,000 to cover salary and benefits for an additional employee. The officials said that a fulltime staff person would be CHARTER TOWNSHIP Of CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on February 21, 1994, at 7:30 p.m. the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, concerning a proposed amendment in the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia. The principal provisions of the amending ordinance can be summarized as follows: 1. To amend Section 13.6(f) so as to provide that, in the 1-1 Light Industrial District, not more than 40% of the area of a lot or parcel of land shall be occupied by buildings or other structures. 2. To amend Section 14.6(f) so as to provide that, in the 1-2 Heavy Industrial District, not more than 40% of the area of a lot or parcel of land shall be occupied by buildings or other structures. A copy of the proposed amending ordinance and related materials are on file and may be examined at the offices of the Caledonia Township Clerk, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, during regular business hours. All Interested persons may attend the public hearing and be heard with regard to the proposed amendment in the Township Zoning Ordinance. Dated; January 28, 1994 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE □in_______________ CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA TO THE RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS OF YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN and OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS; NOTICE Of PUBLIC HEARING YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION Date: February 17, 1994 Time: 7:30 P.M. Place: Yankee Springs Township Hall 284 N. Briggs, Middleville, Ml 49333 Purpose: To consider request from Weick’s Realty, Inc. to rezone property on Patterson Road directly south of Joe’s Grocery from Residential to Commercial. Legal Description: Lot 1, Pleasant Valley, Yankee Springs Township Barry County, Michigan, 0816-019-028-00 Owner of Record: Weick’s Realty, Inc. 71 124th Ave., Box 77, Shelbyville, Ml Material pertaining to the above subject may be examined at the Township Hall by appointment with the Clerk. Yankee Springs Township will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed material being considered at the hearing upon five (5) days notice to the Yankee Springs Township Clerk. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Yankee Springs Township Clerk by writing or calling the Clerk at the address or telephone number listed herein. Harvey E. Vander Bee, Clerk Telephone 795-9091 needed if the township has to administer and operate the vil­ lage system along with exist­ ing and planned sewer dis­ tricts in the township. • Planning/zoning — $20,000 to move the township planner from part-time to fulltime status. Planning services would need to be extended if the merger takes place. Several large developments are planned for the village, and more zoning questions would require full-time plan­ ning services. • Village employee — $15,000. The village currently employs 1.5 workers who handle the lagoon wastewater treatment plant, plow the streets, pick up brush and leaves, help with maintenance of the streets and the sewer system and other work. The figure is for wages and bene­ fits to continue employing at least one of these men. • Township office staff — $24,000. The part-time deputy treasurer and part-time deputy clerk both would be needed full time to handle the extra work. • Library $ 10,000/$6,000. The township would have to pay the village's share of the Kent County Library assessment, plus the money the village now contributes toward the building's maintenance. DeVries said that according to her best estimate, the town­ ship would receive approxi­ mately $60,000 in state rev­ enue sharing from the village area, leaving the township shortfall at about $34,000. The board also knows that the Caledonia area will lose about $12,000 in state revuene sharing funds because of the different rates at which the village and township portions are determined. It was also pointed out that the village s $155,000 in tax­ generated revenue would no longer be coming in to pay for village operations. In going through the list of submitted questions, the board emphasized that while it would do its best to meet the needs of village residents, it could not do more for village taxpayers than for taxpayers in the rest of the township. Extra services in the village generally would have to be paid by special assessments on users of those services, the board members said. The questions about the effects of the merger included: • Snowplowing — would be done by the county, just as in the rest of the township. "It probably won't be as good as it is now," said Garbow. explaining that county plows would get to village streets when they could. The village presently plows its own streets. • Maintenance of trees in the right-of-way — This would be handled by the indi­ vidual property owner, or by a special assessment. • Village Christmas parade/decorations — The Township Board would like to continue this tradition. • Painting crosswalks and parking lines — This job would probably remain one of the duties of the maintenance employee. • Township liability — The township's liability would probably go up, possibly cre­ ating another future cost. Board members did not dis­ cuss any fund-raising mea­ sures. The village does have assets, which would go to the township in the case of village dissolution. "Those assets probably could be used to help fund vil­ lage services for a while," commented Village Clerk Jackie Cherry. But she pointed out that the village's storm and sanitary sewer system was constructed in the 1920s. and said the Village Council has been putting money aside each year for the time when the system would need to be overhauled A proposal to dissolve the village was put on the ballot after a petition campaign was sponsored by the Consolidate Caledonia Committee. The CCC claims there is no longer a need for separate village and township governments, that having two governments per­ petuates duplication of ser­ vices, and that village taxpay­ ers are turning down school and other millages because they already pay more taxes than residents in the rest of the township. Opposing the merger is the Save Our Village group, which holds that the village uses its tax dollars to provide gtxxl services to its residents, and that the village needs to maintain local control of its own assets sik ti as the sewer system, its investments and its planning and zoning. Looking for Extra Cash? - Call - 945-9554 Sell anything FAST! PRIMARY ELECTION To the Qualified Electors: NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, That a Primary Election will be held in the Village of Middleville State of Michigan — AT — 1OO East Main street within said Village on MONDAY, FEBRUARY 21,1994 FOR THE PURPOSE OF PLACING IN NOMINATION BY ALL POLITICAL PARTIES PARTICIPATING THEREIN, CANDIDATES FOR THE FOLLOWING OFFICES, VIZ: ★ President ★ ★ Clerk ★ ★ Treasurer ★ ★ 3 Trustees * 4 Yr. Term ★ ★ 1 Trustee - 2 Yr. Term * Notice Relative to Opening and Closing of the Polls ELECTION LAW, ACT IIS, PJL 1954 SECTION 720 On the day of any election, the polls shall be opened at 7 o'clock in the forenoon, and shall be continuously open until 8 o'clock in the afternoon and no longer Every qualified elector present and in line at the polls at the hour prescribed for the clos­ ing thereof shall be allowed to vote The Polls for the said Election will be open from 7 o'clock A.M., and remain open until 8 o'clock P.M., of the same Election day. CHERYL HOOPER, Village Clerk �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml / February 15. 1994 / Page 11 Middleville Village employees receive ‘pay increases’ by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Middleville village employees will see and in­ crease in their wages as a result of action taken by the village council last Tuesday The increases are retroac­ tive to Jan 1 and the new totals include the 3 percent set aside for each employee’s retirement Village Manager Ev Man shum received a 5 percent in­ crease setting his new salary at $36,000 annually Chief of Police Louis Shoemaker was given a 3 per cent increase for a new salary of $35,400 The rest of the employees received increases in their hourly wages Village Planner Mark VanderPloeg now earns $16 per hour That is a 4 percent hike Finance Director Chris Mugridge got a 3 percent in­ crease. with her new wage set at $11 10 Department of Public Works Supervisor Russ Blough will be making $13.45 per hour That constitutes a 5 percent increase DPW workers Brian Fink beiner and William Kenyon each earned a 3 percent gain with hourls wages set at $11 70 Council also added an in­ centive for DPW workers Those who earn their Class C license will get a 50 cent-per hour raise Part-time police Officer Nick Seifert also was given a 3 percent increase, making his hourly wage $8 Crossing guard houriv rates were raised from $4.25 an hour to $4.50 Per diem for the members of the Board of Appeals was raised to $25 per meeting The council was not as positive when the issue of pur­ chasing a new police car was raised Currently, the village has two police cars. The patrol car has 108.000 miles on it “That vehicle is really no longer useful because of the wear and tear on it and the high mileage.*' said TAX EXEMPTION , examption. Taxpayers may claim only one homestead /tenters are now entitled to a higher renters's credit on the 1994 Homestead Property Tax Credit Claim to be filed in 1995. The credit has been in­ creased from 17 to 20 per­ from front cent." Roberts said that homeown­ ers will receive their affidavit for exemption shortly from city or township officials. Since they are mailed under a state permit, they must be sent from a specific post of­ fice and in the case of Thomapple Township, that post office happens to be in (irand Rapids. Boysen said taxpayers should fill out the forms and mail them back as soon as possible. There is a March 1 deadline for return of the document, but it’s possible that an exten­ sion might be declared by the legislature, so Boysen advised watching the media for devel­ opments. "But. it’s to your advantage to get it back as soon as pos­ sible." he said. Shoemaker Trustee Marilyn V andenBerg told council that that repairs on the car in re­ cent month*, had cost more than $2,000 and that she ex­ pected that ocher repairs would be needed soon. The other car. which is driven by Shoemaker, only has 30.000 miles on it However, that vehicle is not equipped to be used as a patrol car at this time Trustee Ed Shellinger said that he knew of at least three occasions when the council had asked for the vehicles to be switched The motion to purchase a new car at a cost of $14,439 was defeated 4 to 3. The village will put more money into one of the trucks used for snow plowing. Manshum said that the transmission went out and a rebuilt one could cost up to $2,500 “‘This is the older truck that we are planning to replace.'' he explained “If it wasn’t needed for snow plowing, we could probably do without it for a while . “ Council approved spending up to the $2,500 to replace the transmission In other business, the village council: — Heard complaints from two area businessmen. Jim Tuss of Thomapple Kitchen and Lou Veenstra of Pastoor's, that they had been notified that they must move their yellow signs because of possible violation of the village sign ordinance. Both claim their signs should be able to remain in the same place because they have been where they are before the ordinance was enacted. Myers told them that their complaints needed to be taken up by the Planning Commis­ sion. He also told the men that no action would be taken against them until after the commission looks into the problem. — Heard Manshum report that many properly owners have not been keeping their sidewalks free of snow. ice. and other obstructions. The village office has been getting VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Village of Middleville Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider the following request: APPLICANT: Jon Raymond REQUEST: The applicant is requesting a special land use to allow a towing, recovery, and vehicle storage business pursuant to Section 12.3(b) of the Zoning Ordinance. LOCTION: 500 Arlington PUBLIC HEARING DATE: March 1, 1994 TIME: 7:00 P.M. LOCATION: Middleville Village Hall 100 East Main Street Middleville, Ml 49333 Interested persons who wish to present their views may do so by attending the public hearing, or by sending written comments to the Village Hall at the aforementioned address. All information relative to this request may be reviewed at the Village Hall located at 100 East Main Street, during nor­ mal business hours. Village of Middleville Planning Commission Dated: February 2, 1994 those complaints He also said that if someone is injured on someone rise's property, that property owner could be liable — Set a special meeting for 7 p m tonight. Tuesday. Feb. 15. at the village hall, to ap­ prove the bonding contract between Middleville and Barry County to obtain bonds for the village sewer project. CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on February 21, 1994, at 7:30 p.m. the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall. 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, concerning an ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia. The proposed amending ordinance would, if adopted, repeal Section 15.9 of the Township Zoning Ordinance and add Section 3.47, in order to provide for site plan review of condominium site plans by the Planning Commission and Township Board under Chapter XVIII of the Township Zoning Ordinance. Among other matters, the amending ordinance provides that a condominium project, including a site condominium project, shall comply with all lot area, frontage and building setback requirements for the zoned district in which it is located. Other provisions authorize the Planning Commission to require a performance bond or letter of credit in order to ensure the completion of the common elements and other facilities proposed for a condominum project. A copy of the proposed amending ordinance and related materials are on file and may be examined at the offices of the Caledonia Township Clerk, 250 South Maple Street, Caledo­ nia, Michigan, during regular business hours. All interested persons may attend the public hearing and be heard with regard to the proposed amendment in the Township Zoning Ordinance. Dated: January 28, 1994 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE (312) CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA REGISTRATION NOTICE — FOR — VILLAGE ELECTION MONDAY, MARCH 14,1994 To the Qualified Electors of the village of Caledonia COUNTY OF KENT, STATE OF MICHIGAN Notice is hereby given that in conformity with the “Michigan Election Law”, I, the undersigned Clerk, will upon any day, except Sunday and a legal holiday, the day of any regular or special election or primary elec­ tion, receive for registration the name of any legal voter in said Township, City or Village not already registered who may APPLY TO ME PERSONALLY for such registration. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT I WILL BE AT MY OFFICE February 14,1994 - Last Day DURING REGULAR BUSINESS HOURS The 30th day preceding said Election As provided by Section 498, Act No. 118, Public Acts of 1954 as Amended at 250 5. Maple, Caledonia, Ml For the purposes of REVIEWING the REGISTRATION and REGISTER­ ING such of the qualified electors in said TOWNSHIP, CITY or VILLAGE as SHALL PROPERLY apply therefor. The name of no person but an ACTUAL RESIDENT of the precinct at the time of registration and entitled under the Constitution, if remain­ ing such resident, to vote at the next election, shall be entered in the registration book. In addition to the election of candidates for various offices, the following proposition(s) (if any) will be voted on: Shall the incorporation of the Village of Caledonia be vacated? Yes □ No □ JACQUELINE CHERRY, Village Clerk (308) �raye iz i me aun ana News, Miomeviiie. Ml / February 15, 1994 Sends PMR amendments to township board Caledonia Twp. planners OK Dykema sand pit project at 7977 WhitneyAdle Ave Dy kema has purchased the approximately 25-acre sand pit and applied for a new plan ned mineral removal (PMRi permit, since the Pace permit has expired The company also is expan­ ding slightly the original pit lands to include some adjoin­ ing Consumers Power proper­ ty. The new lands will not be mined, but simply used to by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Caledonia Township again is involved in several sand pit issues, which were acted on last week by the Township Planning Commission. It unanimously recommend­ ed approval for a rezoning re­ quest submined by Dykema Excavating of Grand Rapids to allow the company to mine sand from the former Pace pit CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP BOARD AGENDA FEBRUARY 16, 1994 7:00 P.M. 1. Minutes 2 Bills 3. Building Inspector Report 4 Treasurers Report 5. C-Tec Public Hearing 6. Country Meadows Rates 2nd Reading 7. Dykema Sand Pit • 1st Reading 8 Cemetery Maintenance 9 Street Lights 10 BAB Contract 11. Planning Commission Report 12 Personnel Committee Report 13. Ordinance *94-1 - 1st Reading 14 Any Other Business That May Come Before The Board — 316 — widen the access to the pit However, since the additional property must be rezoned to PMR, the Dykema application must be approved by the Caledonia Township Board. At a Feb. 7 public hearing on the Dykema PMR, the commission beard little objec­ tion to the request One neighbor warned to be sure renewed mining at the pit would not encroach on his property If granted, the permit will allow Dy kema to mine sand at the site for three years, following regulations outlined in the township s mining or­ dinance After three years, the Cong. Hoekstra representative to visit Middleville Second Congressional District Congressman Peter Hoekstra will have a represen­ tative of his staff available from noon to 2 p.m. Thurs­ day. Feb. 17. at the Thornap­ ple Township Hall. 200 E. Main St . Middleville A representative is available every third Thursday of the month at nine sites in the district to talk with consti­ tuents about concerns and to offer help The Second Congressional District includes Thornapple. Yankee Springs. Orangeville. Prairieville and Barry townships in Barry County and about one-third of Hope Township VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN SYNOPSIS OF AMENDMENT TO VILLAGE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT ORDINANCE At a special meeting of the Caledonia Village Council held on February 7,1994, the Village Council adopted Ordinance No. 94-1, which amends Chapter 12 of the Village of Caledonia Ordinance Code. In summary, the amendment provides as follows: 1. Section 12.6(1) of the Ordinance Code was amended to make reference to the appropriate tax roll to be used for mailing of notice of special assessment. 2. Subsections 12.9(3) and (4). Section 12.11, and Section 12.13 were amended to reflect that unpaid special assessments are to be reported as delinquent to the Village Council as of April 1 each year. 3. Section 12.19 was added to the Ordinance Code and provides that, in situations in which the Village contracts with the County Department of Public Works, Drain Commissioner, or other designated County agency for public improvements which will be defrayed by special assessments, the requirement of petition and first hearing on the special assessment district shall be omit­ ted. Pursuant to Section 12.21, however, public hearing is required in all cases prior to filing a petition for improvements pursuant to Chapter 20 or 21 of the Drain Code. 4 Section 12.20 was added to provide a waiver of public notice and hearing upon consent by 100% of the property owners in the proposed special assessment district. 5. Section 12.22 was added to provide that special assessment installments which are delinquent as of the last day of February may be included with delinquent taxes returned to the County Treasurer on March 1, pursuant to Section 55 of the General Pro­ perty Tax Act, in lieu of reassessment as otherwise provided in Chapter 12 of the Ordinance Code The Ordinance shall take effect February 27,1994. A complete copy of the Ordinance is available for inspection at the Village Hall. Dated: February 15, 1994 JACQUELINE CHERRY, CLERK VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA company must renew its permit Dykema's application will be sent on to the Township Board, which must hold two readings on the rezoning before taking action In ocher business, the com­ mission set Mondxay. March 7. as the public hearing date on suggested amendments to the township's PMR ordinance In an effort to “tighten up" the ordinance, the commission has written several changes, including the addition of a section that clarifies enforce­ ment of the PMR ordinance and the individual permit. This section provides that the township supervisor or his designated agent shall have access to PMR-zoned lands during business hours to verily that the operation is in compliance w ith the ordinance and permit If the supervisor is unable to secure compliance, he or she has the authority to shut down the pit. either permanently or for an appropriate period that would allo* the operator to bang the pit into compliance. The amendments also: — Require a pit operator to apply for renewal of the PMR permit not less than 120 days before its expiration. — If the permit is allowed to expire without renewal, all operations there must cease, unless the Planning Commis­ sion grants an emergency extension — Applications for renewals now must include a certificate of compliance from the township supervisor. This certificate will ensure that at the time of the renewal ap­ plication. the pit complies with all terms of the ordinance and the permit and that all fees have been paid It will also indicate any past violations which have been corrected — The certificate of com­ pliance. however, does not bind either the Planning Com­ mission or the Township Board to a PMR renewal Along with the certificate, both boards will consider con­ ditions in the vicinity of the pit. the past history of the pit operation and any complaints about it — Either board also may recommend or approve addi­ tional or different conditions to the new PMR permit The amended ordinance « available in its entirety at the Caledonia Township office. 250 Maple Planning Com mission meetings begin at 7:50 p.m MIDDLEVILLE Official Village Council Minutes Wastewater Treatment Plant Pro­ January 25, 1994 President Myers called the ject with a 20 year Conventional bond issued through Barry Coun­ meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Present: Bray. French, ty. Support by Oliver. Ayes oil. Mugridge Oliver. Schellinger, Carried Schellinger. chairperson of the and VondenBerg. Village property committee, Absent None Guests: William Kenyon, Rick recommend and moved that Wilson from the Grand Rapids Council do not provide any site or Press. Margaret Fowler from the any area for the Boy Scout storage pick up and or receive Sun and News and Ernie Ball French, chairperson of the Or­ newspapers and/or any other dinance Committee, presented items that they ore collecting at the committee's recommendation this time. The Council feels we do on the Snowmobile Ordinance to not have adequate space in the Council. Discussion held. This Village to grant this request Sup port by French. Ayes all. Carried matter sent to Ordinance Com Attorney Youngsma presented mittee lor further study and recommendation at the next to Council a request for on ease ment of property along Matn Council meeting. Mugridge moved that Council Street and Irving Road. Discussion approve the 1994 Village Budget. held. VondenBerg moved that Support by VondenBerg. Ayes all, Council grant and convey to Brian McBride on easement over and Carried. Mugridge moved that Council across the following described finance the expansion of the premises. Also the Village Presi dent and Clerk be authorised to sign the agreement Support by French Ayes all. Carried With no further business Bray moved for adjournment Support by French Ayes all Carried Meeting adjourned at 7 43 p m Cheryl Hooper Village Clerk (313) Phone 795-3345 for Sun & News Action Ads! CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on March 7,1994, at 7:30 p.m. the Planning Commission of the Charter Town­ ship of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, concerning a proposed amendment in the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia. The proposed amendment would, if adopted, amend Section 17.5 of the Zoning Ordinance to provide fur­ ther provisions on the renewal of planned mineral removal (PMR) permits; add Section 17.13 to provide for a required certificate of compliance and to establish other re­ quirements in connection with PMR permit renewals; and add Section 17.14 to provide additional provisions on the enforcement of PMR District zoning and PMR permits, in­ cluding the issuance and effect of stop orders issued by the Supervisor for noncomplying PMR operations. A copy of the proposed Zoning Ordinance amendment is on file and may be examined at the Caledonia Township of­ fices, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, during normal business hours. All interested persons may attend the public hearing and be heard with regard to the propos­ ed amendment in the Township Zoning Ordinance. Dated: February 10, 1994 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA (317) �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / February 15, 19®4 1 PaQe 13 GOP primaries set for Freeport and Middleville FREE LOT RENT • FREE LOT RENT • FREE LOT RENT I The lights are on — and no one is home! Jerry Stogroy grandchildren. They all live in the area but not in Freeport. Joni Morey, 30. is also running for treasurer Joni recently left her posi­ tion of 12 years as an in­ surance claims adjuster to start her own daycare operation She feels that her ex­ perience as an adjuster gives her some of the necessary ex­ perience for the job. “1 want to make an impact on the community and be in­ volved.” she said. Joni and Bill, her husband, just moved to Freeport I V^-years-ago from Grand Rapids because they wanted to live in a smaller communitv with a better environment for raising their two young children Six Republican candidates are running for three, fouryear seats on the Village Council One candidate Gary Dut­ cher, 41. is currently serving a* a trustee with two years of council experience Dutcher works for the Slate of Michigan in food services He has been the leading ad­ vocate for the formation of the v dLage police department and is the counc ilman w ho directly oversees its operation. “Since we've had the police. Freeport hasn’t been near the race track it was in the past Besides offering protec­ tion m general, they have answered a number of calls See Primary. Page 15 BUT THIS COULD BE YOUR HOME Electricity and heat are on and this home is ready for immediate possession. THIS HOME INCLUDES • Large Country Kitchen with Sliders • Large Living Room • 2 Bedroom 2 Baths • Utility Room • Entertainment Center in Den • Vinyl Insulated Windows • Deluxe Appliance Package • Whirlpool Tub in Master Bedroom • Oak Cabinets • And many more options’ Marked Down to Only $37,900 — COMPLETE — EDEE LOT RENT ■ El Kb — FOR S MONTHS — Buy any True Value Home during the Month of Feb. and get FREE LOT RENT for March. April, May, June. July & August Z 8 • FREE LOT RENT • FREE LOT RENT • FREE LOT RENTl active as chairman of the water committee and also worked with village zoning For three year*. Kunde worked for the Freeport Department of Public Works Kunde feels that im­ provements are needed with the village water system, village streets, and says that keeping a close eye on the Village Police Department are all areas the council will be working on. “I think that we do need some type of police protec­ tion. but. I have difficulty justifying $20,000 for police and only $5,000 for the water system,’’ he said ‘‘Because of my traveling and the number of municipal governments I have worked with. I believe I have the ex­ perience to help provide direction to the community for the future Kunde is a Freeport native. He and Kathy, his wife, have one daughter. 5-year-old Christina. The race for Freeport treasurer also has two contenders. Incumbent Dorothy Kelley. 53. is running for her third term, having served as treasurer for eight years. Kelley is a program-analyst for LAL-Jiroch. She feels that the major issue that will face the new council is the renovation of the village water system and at some point, a new sewer system Kelley cites lack of citizen involvement a* another area that needs some work “At first. I hadn’t planned to run for another term even though I enjoy and understand the function of the treasurer,” she explained ’ ’Besides. even though 1 am a programmer by profesion. I am an accountant by education ” Kelley wd that she has been working with Trustee Jeff Harthy on developing a computer program for the water system At his encouragement. Kelley changed her mind and decided to run Kelley and Russ, her hus­ band. have lived in the village for 24 years They have three grown children and four IFRKE LOT RENT bv Margaret Fowler Staff Wrurr Republican candidates will be facing off for council seat* in next Monday’s primary election* in both Freeport and Middleville The winning candidate* in the Feb 21 primary then will advance to the general elec taxi scheduled for Monday. March 14, where some will face Democratic contenders. Others will be unopposed In the Freeport primary, there are two candidates for village president Art Bennett, 62, is retired from Lescoa. where he work ed as a supervisor. He has also worked with the Barry County Sheriff’s Department in corrections for seven years. Bennett is a veteran when it comes to the Village Council having served as a trustee for four years. The Village Police Depart ment has been an area of con­ troversy recently. Bennett notes that the police force will be one area the council needs to keep an eye on. "I believe that we need a police force in Freeport.’’ Bennett said ’’Every municipality needs one for protection of citizens and pro­ perty . and emergency services as well as for policing the traffic.” He also noted that the village water system has been an ongoing problem that the council will need to lake a look at Bennett decided to run for village president because he feels that the election should be a contest so that people have a choice Bennett and Marjorie. his wife, have two grown sons, one living in Freeport and the other in Grand Rapids The other candidate tor village president is Rich Kunde. 42. who works as a Wellhead Protection Specialist for the Michigan Rural Water Association In his position, Kunde pro­ vides trchical assistance and wastewater technology for state municipalities Kunde also has experience on the council He served as a trustee for three years and was ________ CALL SANDRA NOW AT..._________ TRUE VALUE HOMES 795-7900 In Cider Mill Village A Community of Carefree Manufactured Hornet Private Property Land / Home Financing Available 812 RIVER BEND LANE — MIDDLEVILLE FREE LOT RENT • FREE LOT RENT • FREE LOT RENT �Page 14 I The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I February 15, 199* Caledonia FFA team qualifies for regional contest in five events bv Barbara Gall Staff Writer The Caledonia FFA qualified for the regional level in five of eight events in the District II Leadership Con Coladonio FFA members Troy Bowmon (left) ond Adorn Poorlberg quolified for the FFA regional contest with o first in Demonstrotion. test, held at Caledonia High School Feb. 7. To mov e on to the regional level of the statewide contest, the team or individual must eam either a first or second place CHS students qualified for regional* m the following events Demonstration. Con testesunt* research, prepare and perform a 10-15 minute demonstration on an agriculturally related area and answer judges' questions afterward* The team of Troy Bowman and Adam Paa riberg took a first place and a gold rating - Parliamentary Procedure Contestant* must demonstrate command of correct parliamentary procedure and critical thinking as they con­ duct a meeting to solve a pro­ blem within an 8-10-minute time limit The team of Todd Long. Zoltan Berencsi. Jason The Caledonia FFA Parliamentary Procedure team tied for first place at the district contest, qualifying for the regional level. In the front are Tocki long (left) and Zoltan Berencsi. Standing are Ben Sorsen. Jason Haywood. Brett long Nikki Nicholas ond Chad Paolman. Bill Nave saved these kids from drowning, s not a lifeguard. I Verleeta Wooten found several new stars, but she’s not an astronomer. These are teachers. But to the kids they reach, they're heroes. BE A TEACHER. BE A HERO. Call 1-800-45-TEACH. The Caledonia Greenhand Conduct of Meetings team took a second place with a gold rating to qualify for the regionals. In the back, from the left, are Scott Kudlack, Kyle Paalman and Tim Rodgers. In the front are Amanda Mahrenholz (left)-and Nicole Potgeter. Missing are Josh Donker and Kirk Smith. Haywood, Nikki Nicholas, Chad Paalman, Ben Sorsen and Brett Long tied for first place with a gold rating. - Greenhand Conduct of Meetings. Similar to Parliamentary Procedure, ex­ cept contestants are first-year FFA members. The team of Scott Kudlack. Kyle Paalman, Tim Rodgers, Amanda Mahrenholz, Nicole Potgeter. Josh Donker and Kirk Smith took a second place and a gold rating. - Prepared Public Speak­ ing. Contestants research, write and perform a 6-8-minute speech on an agricultural topic of their choice and answer judges' questions afterward Stacey Baxter earned a second place CALEDONIA TOWNSHZP BOARD February 7, 1994 A joint meeting of the Cofedonio Township Board ond th. Planning Commission was held on Monday. February 7. 1994 Present Supervisor Gorbow Jousma R. DeVries. Dieiemon Snyder Gould J DeVries Also Present Dunn Withams Veiling Newhof. Keating Fischer Planner VanderPloeg Meeting was called to order ot 6 35 PM Dtscusston was held on holding joint meeting twice a year communkatton between the two boards business compliance and full time planner Mooting odiourned at 7 30 P M A special Township Board work session was colled to order at 7 45 P M Present Supervisor Gorbow Jousma Snyder R DeVries Gould J DeVries Absent Dielemon D«scuss*on was held on the Village dissolution and the costs that the Township would incur Mo.ed J DeVries support Snyder to odtoum ot 8 35 P M Respectfully submitted Patricio Snyder Clerk (315) Stacey Baxter will move up to the FFA regionals after taking a second place in Prepared Public Speaking ot districts. David Good earned a first place and a regional berth with a first in Greenhand Public Speaking. with a gold rating - Greenhand Public Speak mg Similar to Prepared Public Speaking, except con­ testants are first-year FFA members. David Good qualified with a first place and a gold rating About 80 students from five FFA groups competed in the District II contest, with Lakewood. Charlotte, Maple Valley and Hastings joining Caledonia Winners at the regional con­ tests will compete at the state contest March 7-9 at Michigan State University. "I was super pleased with our kids,*’ said CHS FFA ad visor Jackie Sleeby ’’They worked very hard, and they are still working hard You have to be ready for the state level to win at the regionals ” VOTE Steve Antecki TREASURER Village of Caledonia on... Monday 2-21*94 �PRIMARY ELECTION, continued that are not very visible to the public,” Dutcher explained He is also concerned about the direction that needs to be taken with the water system and a sewer system that he feels will become an issue “much sooner than we think Dutcher is a Freeport native. He and Deborah, his wife, share their home with three of their four children and an exchange student Among the other five can­ didates running is Mary Eaton, 32. who works full time as a waitress and bartender, and also runs her own cleaning service and works as a retail clerk. She currently serves as treasurer for the Freeport Recreation Association and is responsible for the concession stand “I decided to run because I felt that I needed to get involv­ ed.” Eaton said. “This is where I plan to raise my kids and I'd like to have a say in what is going on.” Eaton believes that every town needs to have police But. she would like to sec the current force work differently than it has. Eaton who has two sons. 14 year-old Matt and 6-yearold Tyler, has lived in Freeport for 13 years. Connie (ieiger-Allred. 47. runs her own business as an investigator of insurance fraud She feels that the council needs to he sure to kxik at the total picture as far as the way the village runs. / Geiger Allred also thinks that some of the credibility in the village government has from Page 13 disappeared. have two children. 11 -year“I am interested in what the old John and 8-year-old majority of the people in town Leslie warn.” she said. Tun Nicholson. 37. is an "People need to take a engineer at Amway stand and begin to cooperate Nicholson has lived in I'd like to help bring it all Freeport for about ten years, together and get the communi­ off and on ty interested in being Pnor to one of his moves, involved ” he won a seat on the council as Geiger-Allred and C.J.. her a write-in candidate. husband, have five grown However, he had to resign children when he moved away from Wes I>ew«s. 41. is on the the village management team of Thcrme He feels that there needs to 2. be more discussion as to how He already has eight sears much or how little there of council experience having should be in terms of police served as mayor of Freeport activity for four years and as a trustee Nicholson also feels the for four years village will be facing some Lewis also has served on zoning issues the fire board He decided to run for a “First and foremost. I feel council seat because there was that council members have a a need responsibility to the people Nicholson and Margaret, that elect us his wife, have two daughters. “We need to be responsive 16-year-old Emily and and sensitive to the people in­ 15-vear-oid Kelly. cluding fiscally " Lewis said Rachd Smelker. 24. works He believes that the village in human resources with could be facing crisis-sized Manpower problems with the water Because of her job. she has system been quite involved with the Lewis, who has lived in Hastings Area Chamber of Freeport since 1981. says Commerce and has served on there has always been a pro­ several committees of the blem in the village with law chamber. enforcement Smelker. who was bom and "We need the police force raised in the village has "a lot but how can we handle it in an of ideas for Freeport " objective manner." he said. She has the determination to I feel that best way would make her ideas work as is be to allow the county to han evidenced by a successful die that area I think it would business that she started. OV be the safest and most objec­ Gees Pizza tive way of dealing with polic­ Smelker says one area that ing the village" is major is "getting the water Lewis wants to preserve the system back together " small village atmosphere and She is concerned about the help get nd of the feeling of police department and wants polarization that exists now to see "more consistency” in Lewis and Jill, his wife. how the police handle things. Smelker would hke to have community/police relations improved and get the officers to meet the public more. "Basically. I'm a go-getter. I’ve lived here all of my life and now I'm ready to help im­ prove Freeport and its reputation " In the Middleville primary, four Republicans are running for three, four year terms. Incumbent Jim Oliver, 49, has served one year as Presi­ dent Pro-Tem - NOTICE - R M All Thornapple Kellogg Schools will be in session all day Monday. Feb. n 21, 1994. Make up day. Breakfast­ lunch served as usual. Stephen C. Garrett, Superintendent ♦ Cooking Corner Fantastic Food For Football Fans And Friends You can create a greattasting warm cheese dip to bring a glow to football watching or other family fun Made with Borden Lite-line or Viva Protein Fortified Skim Milk, it’s rich in flavor, protein, ri­ boflavin, calcium. B12 and other nutrients, but very low in calories and fat WARM CHEESE DIP (Makes 1 1'4 cups; 19 calories .5 gram fat per tablesp<x>n> 1 cup Borden Ute-line Viva' Protein Fortified Skim Milk 3 tablespoons unsifted flour 1 4 teaspoon dry mustard 1 4 teaspoon salt 1 H teaspoon paprika 5 slices Borden Lite-line Process Cheese Product, any flavor, cut into small pieces 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce Make sports-watching even more tun with a lowcalorie, high-protein fiavortul snack. In medium saucepan, combine milk, flour, mustard, salt and pa­ prika; cook and stir un­ til thickened. Add cheese product; cook and stir until melted and smooth. Stir in Worcestershire. Serve warm with as­ sorted fresh vegetables or large pretzels. (Calories by product analyses and recipe calculation, i The skim milk is the newest addition to the popular Lite-line and Viva brands that includes cheese and cottage cheese products A significant amount of nonfat milk sol­ ids are added to the milk which gives it the nch, full bodied taste of whole milk in a slum milk The milk has 25 percent more pro­ tein. 33 percent fewer calories and 87 5 percent less fat than whole milk. You could consider this dip made from ’skim milk’ among the cream of your recipes The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I February 15. 19H ' Page 15 He is just finishing his first, 'time to become receptionist for Jet Electronics is four-year term on the Mid­ which is a division of B F involved.” dleville Village Council. Goodrich “I'm interested in working Oliver is a Hastings High She currently serves on the with the council as the sewer School teacher of French and Middleville Planning and project is completed, and I social problems Zoning Commission want to help the village move “Once the issue of the new Enemas wants to help bring forward." Miller said sewer system is resolved. I Miller and Susan, his wife, about positive change in the hope to see the Middleville In village were just married in August duMnal Park take-off.” he She is very concerned about Jerry Stagray, 57. has maintaining a small town served on the Middleville said Oliver would also like to community atmosphere in the Zoning Board of Appeals for promote more growih in the village even with new growih the last five years. village per se and see even Encinas thinks that several Stagray. who is a foreman more community interest issues need to be addressed at VanWaters A Rogers in such as development that in­ Dutton, is also active in the come about "And. a lot of people have cludes park and recreational Lions Club written off downtown and I'd areas, being more financially He decided to run because responsible, safety within the he wants to "take a look al like to see that change. " “I decided to seek re­ village, and environmental new things and meet new election because I wanted to problems challenges “ see things through that the “I think the answer to many Slagray feels that the sewer council has started." Oliver of these things is to get more project will continue to be an said. people in our community in­ issue as will planning and zon­ “The first term is a learning ing issues. volved." she said. “I am community-minded period.” “We need to develop more Oliver said he has genuinely new businesses so that there and I want to help improve enjoyed being on the council. are jobs for people in the Middleville as we head for the "I have been dedicated to community future." he said. the tasks at hand, looked out Stagray and Donna, his Encinas and Gilbert, her for the interest of the village, husband, have lived in the wife, have lived in Mid and I am ready to learn and dieville for nine years. The village for three years. grow more with the council, couple has two grown Scott Miller, 32. is a quail helping to keep Middleville ty technician for Simpson children going in a positive direction Village President Lon Industries. Oliver and Kathleen, his His position involves him in Myers and Clerk Cheryl wife, have two children. the financial aspect of big Hooper are running as 18-year-old Scott and business Republicans, but. they arc 15-year-old Megan. Miller feels this experience unopposed in this election Katherine Encinas. 28. is would be a benefit in serving Current Councilman Ji»hn one of three newcomers runn Mugridge is also running on the council. ing for a council seat He has lived in Middleville unopposed for treasurer Encinas is an operator­ his whole life and feels that it REPORT OF CONDITION Consolidated Report of Condition of The State Bank of Caledonia of Caledonia in the State of Michigan, and its Domestic Subsidiaries, at the close of business on December 31, 1993. Published in accordance with a call made by the commissioner of the Financial Institutions Bureau pursuant to the provisions of Section 223 of the banking code of 1969, as amended. STATEMENT OF RESOURCES AND LIABILITIES ASSETS dollar amounts in thousands Cash and balances due from depository institutions Noninterest-bearing balances andcurrencyand coin.......................... 3,073 Interest-bearing balances...................................................................... 20 Securities ....................................................................................................... 21,085 Federal funds sold.................................................................................... 2,100 Securities purchased under agreements toresell........................ —0— Loans and lease financing receivables Loans and leases, net of unearned income 68,226 LESS: Allowance for loan and lease losses 1.200 LESS: Allocated transfer risk reserve —0— Loans and leases, net of unearned income, allowance, and reserve 67,026 Assets held in trading accounts................................................................ —0— Premises and fixed assets (including capitalized leases) 3,574 Other real estate owned 483 Investments in unconsolidated subsidiaries and associated companies —0— Customers’ liability to this bank on acceptances outstanding —0— Intangible assets...................................................................................... 73 Other assets................................................................................................... 1,164 Total assets .............................................................................................. 96,578 Losses deferred pursuant to 12 U.S.C. 1823(j) ................................. —0—Total assets and losses deferred pursuant to 12 U.S.C. 1823(j). 96,578 LIABILITIES Deposits: In domestic offices.................................................................................. 84,334 Noninterest bearing 10,031 Interest-bearing .................................................................................. 74,303 Federal funds purchased...................................................................... —0— Securities sold under agreements to repurchase —0— Demand notes issued to the U.S. Treasury — 0— Other borrowed money................................. 3,200 Mortgage indebtedness and obligations under capitalized leases —0— Bank’s liability on acceptances executed and outstanding —O'­ subordinated notes anddebentures —0— Other liabilities.............................................................................................. 337 Total liabihtes. 87,871 Limited-life preferred stock andrelated surplus..................................... —0— EQUITY CAPITAL Perpetual preferred stock and related surplus —0— Common stock............................................................................................... 1,600 Surplus.................................................................................................... 3,400 Undivided profits and capital reserves 5,707 LESS Net unrealized loss on marketable equity securities —C— Total equity capital.......................................................................... 10,707 Losses deferred pursuant to 12 U.S.C 1823(j) —0— Total equity capital and losses deferred pursuant to 12 U S.C 1823(j) 10,707 Total liabilities, limited life preferred stock, equity capital, and losses deferred pursuant to 12 U.S.C. 1823(j) 93,578 Memo Deposits of State of Michigan SO I, George Edgar, Executive Vice President of the above named bank do hereby declare that this Report of Condition has been prepared in conformance with the applicable instructions, and <8 true to the best of my knowledge and belief George Edgar We. the undersigned directors, attest to the correctness of this Report of Condition ano declare mat it has been exammed by us and to the best of our knowledge and belief has been prepared in conformance with the applicable instructions and is true and coneci Directors, Harold J. Glass James E Glass John J Da Vries The fastest of alt fish in the sea is the swordfish, which can swim 68 miles per hour �P«q« 16 / The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml / February 15. 19M Caledonia ‘Purple’ takes O K Blue tournament In the first round of the tournament, the Purple team defeated Comstock Park 58-29 and then downed Lee 56-22 in the second round Gordon. Chad Wangenn and Van Ryn led the Scots against Comstock with 13. 12 and eight points respective!) Wick* led all scorers against Lee with 11. while Wangenn added eight, and Adam Gless and Jorge Bourzac each scored seven The Purple team ended the season 9-2 overall with a 6-2 conference record. "This has to rate as one of the best teams I have coach­ ed." praised Crum. "We had size, quickness and depth and the talent was everything a coach could want With the successes of both the seventh and eighth grade teams this year, the future looks good for Caledonia basketball Caledonia's seventh grade “Purple’’ team captured the O K Blue tournament cham­ pionship m a hard-fought 36-3 J win last week over Byron Center “Thu is what intense bool athletics is all about." said CMS Coach Denny Crum "Both teams played good, hard, clean basketball with good officiating and with great support and sportsman ship shown by both schools Dale Wicks led a balanced scoring attack for the Scots with IO points. Jesse Flegel added six and Bryan Gordon. Ken VanRyn and Don Black each chipped in four. Crum said that an outside bucket from Kyle OatJey. a steal and a layup by Mike Gillard and a short jumper from Wicks were the key fourth-quarter plays that led to the victory A short jumper from Wick* with a minute left sealed the win for Caledonia. 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Apply 8-H am or 13 30 pm Weekdays with 2 pieces Qi D ■■■■I ■■■ X HF W Hag HmHBHHH H “ aHH PEOPLEMARK Am.■h..s (.My man* lunA 507 - 36th St SE (about 1 mde east of US 131) w 24^i6i Equal Opportunity Eatploytr Posing with their O-K Blue tournament trophy are front, from the left, ore Andy Schupp, Dole Wicks, Bourzoc. In the bock, from the left, are Kyle Oatley, Shane Mendez and Ken VanRyn. Not pictured are the members of the CMS seventh-grade Purple team. In Bryan Gordon. Chod Wangerin. Jesse Flegel and Jorge Mike Gillard, Coach Denny Crum. Dave Cole. Don Block. Pete Palma and Adam Gless. Middleville frosh eagers win 3 more games The Middleville freshmen basketball team picked up three more w ins last week by defeating Kelloggsville 75-30, Comstock Park 87-43, and Tri-Unrty 7643 In the first game against Kelloggsville the Trojans had three players with 14 points, Kevin Doyle. Andy Fink­ beiner and Keith Nelson. Following them were Dave Luu with nine point*, six steals and Jeremy Shriver with six SPORTS points The Trojans played good team defense against Cornstock Park and got everybody in the scoring column accor- Middleville jayvee eagers win two Middleville’s jayvee basket­ ball team played Kelloggsville and Comstock Park back-toback last week and walked away with two strong victories. On Feb. 4, the Trojans played host to a good Kellog­ gsville team Middleville led at the half 32-27 and con­ tinued to increase its lead, winning 74-58. Greg Kotrba led all scorers with 21 points. Dwight Wade scored 14 point and Jerry Postma chipped in 13 points with 10 rebounds T.J. Schut had nine points. Brad Enders eight points and ARK VETERINARY SERVICES Middleville Clinic (Next to MidVilla) Reminds you that dog licenses are due by March 1. which requires a current rabies vaccination. Dr. Julius is the only veterinarian and personally takes care of all patients. He shares his time also in the Dorr and Gun Lake Clinics - 45-20 mins, apart. Telephones are all tied together so you get immediate answers MIDDLEVILLE CUNIC HOURS TUESDAY 9:00 a m. to 12 00 p m. and 6 30 pm to 9 00 p m Evenings THURSDAY 6:30 pm to 9 00 p m Eveomg$ All regular or spectal hours by appointment Call...795-2300 Jason Gearhart and Evan Chamberlin scored four points each. On Saturday. Middleville hosted Comstock Park and jumped off to a 35-16 half­ time lead. The Trojans con­ tinued a strong defensive ef­ fort in the second half, winn­ ing 71-35. Kotrba and Wade led the team with 16 points each. Postma scored 12 points and had 12 rebounds. Gearhart added nine points with six assists. Schut had six points. Chamberlin and Enders scored four points each. Wrestlers sought at Caledonia The Caledonia Freestyle Wresiling Club will hold a registration meeting for wrestlers and their parents on Feb. 21 at 7 p.m. in the Caledonia High School cafeteria The registration fee is $30 and each wrestler must bring their birth certificate to the meeting Registration forms rnav be obtained bv calling 868-6300 or 8914051 Looking for Extra Cash? - Coll - 945-9554 'll anything FAST! good defense agaiast Tri­ Unity and once again had a lot of players get in the scoring act. Leading the way for the Trojans were Liu with 17 points, seven rebounds, Shriver and Finkbeiner with 10 points each, Doyle nine, Nelson eight and Mason with sevtm points Playing gtxxl defense for the Trojans were Rick Basarabski, Joe Polo, Chri* Niles, Tom Featherly and Ryan Olthouse, Kopf said ding to coach Andy Kopf. Pacing the Trojans were Andy Finkbeiner with 17 points and nine rebounds, Jessie Hillman 12 points and nine rebounds, Keith Nelson 12 points and nine rebounds, Kevin Doyle 11 points, and Dave Liu with eight points. Also playing well for the Trojans according to the coach were Jeremy Shriver, Chris Mason and Ryan Ritsma. The Trojans also played Zomerlei Construction Co. Custom Homes • Remodeling Additions • Decks Carpenter - Contractor Licensed & Insured Middleville • Call Jack 795-7458 COUPON Superior Mix BIRD FEED 10% OFF WITH COUPON < 25 lb or 50 lb bags Coupon good thru Saturday, Feb. 26,1994 Caledonia Farmers Elevator 136 E. Main Street — Caledonia 891-8108 ▼ Open 6 Days a Weel COUPON 1 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I February 15, 1994 I Pafl© W Turnovers costly for Trojan cage Freshmen eagers avenge loss team against Byron Center 53-39 "Oops" possibly could be the phrase going through the mind of the Middleville var­ sity basketball players after Friday night's loss to Byron Center, 76-55. But last Tuesday the Trojans gave Wyoming Lee a lesson in the game as the home team won 53-39 The Trojans turned the ball over 28 times to Byron Center, more than twice what the team has been averaging and more reminiscent of what the Middleville team is used to making other teams do. Also, with Nate Bundy and Steve Converse still out. the Trojans. 8-3 in the O-K Blue Conference and 10-4 overall, depend more on the inside work of Mike Sarver and the quick hands and ball control of Brian Brewer But the two got into foul trouble early, to didn't play as much as coach Kurt llolzhueter had wished. As it ended up. Sarver fouled out and Brewer had four, thus keeping him more careful than usual and cutting down on the amount of opponents' turnovers he creates The Trojans had fallen be­ hind by eight at the half, and then hovered at that deficit for most of the third and fourth until the Bulldogs forced the issue and began moving the game along and increasing the point spread. "It was a heller skelter, fastpaced. up and down game,” said Holzhuezer. "We did a poor job of handling the ball and we ditto t handle their pressure very well.’ Leading scorer for the Trojans was Jeremy Anderson with 14. Brewer added 11 points and had five rebounds. Brad W'illiams had 10 points and Man Liu had four assists. Against Lee. Middleville bettered its earlier 45-35 top­ pling of the Rebels this year, by shooting 70 percent from the floor in the first half and hitting four of nine threepointers. The Trojans also kept the visitors from scoring a field goal through more than five minutes of the second period. Holzhueter said the 31-10 half time score was proof of a great defensive half. There were stretches in the second half where we played poorly, but the highlight of the game is that the team is adjusting to the new position they are now playing and they are getting comfortable with them." Jim Mason, a star player from last season who has spent this season on the pines because of injuries, played for several minutes and scored three points and had three re­ bounds for the Trojans. Leading scorer for Middleville was Andy Brewer with 14. Mike Sarver led the team with eight rebounds. The Trojans will play host to Delton tonight (Feb. 15) and league-leading and stateranked Calvin Christian on Friday. TK 8th grade eagers end season 8-2 The Middleville eighth grade basketball team defeated Byron Center in the final game of the season 46-32 The team ends the season with a 8-2 record Scoring for T.K. were Nate Pranger with 10 points. Nate Schmitz 10. Tim Johnson eight. Richie Frazer five, Doug Bierens four. Luke Weatherhead two. Brad Blashkiw two. Spencer Romph two. Brian Ploeg one and Jason Klinge one. Dykstra’s Preferred Poured Walls, Inc. • Poured basement walls • Fl at work • Farm work ROB DYKSTRA, Owner 10698 Finkbeiner Rd., TOE Middleville / *7/ O A I H- HELP WANTED Full & Part-time Experienced HAIR STYLIST The eighth grade B team ended the season with a 6-0 record They also won the Hastings B tournament The T.K. B team members include Aaron Wiese. Mike Pon. Dan Kokmeyer. Corey Schut. D.J. Bee ken ng. Chad Schondelmayer. Steve Wiersma. Shawn Heise. Bill Schilthroat and Damion Bieber MIDDLEVILLE OFFICIAL VILLAGE COUNCIL PUBLIC HEARING January 25, 1994 Pretident Myers called the public hearing to order at 6:50 pm lor the purpose of reviewing and for residents comments on the 1994 Village of Middleville Budget Present Bray. French, Mugridge Oliver Schellinger, and VandenBerg Absent: None Guests William Kenyon, Margaret Fowler from the Sun and News and Rick Wilson from the Grand Rapids Press. Council and Manager Manshum reviewed the 1994 Village Budget. Discussion held. With no further discussion. VandenBerg moved the public hearing be closed Support by French Ayes all. Carried. Public Hearing closed at 6:55 p.m. Cheryl Hooper. Village Clerk (314) Apply in person only at the ... Hair Port 327 West Apple — Hastings People believe if a spider swings down in front ot you, you will hear good news The Maple Valley freshmen basketball team beat a pair of teams last week which handed the Lions losses earlier in the season Since losing to Dansville and Pennfield in the season's first two games, the Lions have posted a 7-3 record. The overall record is now 7-5 and 4-1 in the SMAA Last Tuesdav the Lions beat Battle Creek Pennfield 55-51. Brent Braden led the Lions with 22 points Kevin Hansen added 16 Jason Poll had five points and seven rebrounds. Mike Heyboer had six Its rhe Real Easy Rider. Bob’s Service Shop 610 S Wellman Pa . Nashville. Ml 49073 852-9377 = The Aggies outscored the Lions 30-23 in the second half, but fell short by two points as their last second 3-poini basket swished through the net. not the hoop. Poll and Matt Williams scored eight points for the cause Poll also nabbed 15 reNHinds The final score was 54-52 and put the Lions m first place in the SMAA This week the Lions play back-to-back home games Wednesday at b 00 they take on Portland St Patricks and Thursday will play Leslie at 4 30 p m Food and nutrition conference set March 9 “Elevating Nutrition Education '' is the theme of the 21st annual food and nutrition conference that will be offered at the Kellogg Center on the campus of Michigan State University Wednesday. March 9. 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South M-37 — Hastings 945-9526 A �Page 18 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I February 15. 1994 Boosters, school board split $20,000 cost CHS Band members upscale with new uniforms by Barbara Gall Staff Writer When “76 trombones hit the big parade,” they just got­ ta be in uniform “The Musk Man s River City Boys Band would have fallen “flat” without the lure of tall hats, buttoned and braided jackets and striped slacks to go along with those shiny trombones and comet*. This non musical bit of psychology is no secret in Caledonia, where the situation has grown “uniformly” desperate for the CHS mar­ ching band The nine-year-okl Fighting Scot uniforms are falling apart Buttons and snaps are missing, zippers refuse to work, shirts are stained and the elastic in the waist hands ha* disappeared “Creative mothers have been helping out by pinning, taping and even combining / CHS trombonist T.J. Gront models the now bond uniforms being purchased for the marching bond. two semi-complete uniforms into one decent one.” said Manon Stewart, president of the Caledonia Music Association But with the marching band tripling in sue during the last school year, plus the growing effort of high school musi­ cians to improve their music skills, the CMA decided the band deserved to look as good a* it sounds. Although actively involved in fund raising for the school music groups, the Association realized it would not be able to fund the $20,000 needed for new band uniforms before the old one* literally disintegrated. Slewart said. The Association, therefore, approached the Caledonia School Board, proposing the two groups share the uniform cost on a 50-50 basis The CMA told the board that if a 50 percent deposit could be made on the band uniform order, the company would allow a 2.5 percent discount The board agreed to the CMA'* proposal after review ing it in December It noted that the CMA has worked hard to raise funds for all the music organizations. Board members also commented on the favorable community response to the reappearance of the marching band al foot­ ball games and community functions. Stewart said that 97 uniforms and three drum ma jor uniforms will be purchas­ ed from Orefke, Lid after surveying parents and students about what kind of Vo ur children need to KUCItv about drug s. Almost 2 out of every 10 teenagers use drugs or alcohol on a daily basis. Reduce the chance of your children becoming another statistic by educating them at an early age about the dangers of addiction. Ignorance about addiction is dangerous. Your children need to kNOw about drugs. From all of us at... uniform they would like. “While the uniform com­ pany cannot make any pro^ mtses. we are hoping to be able to have these new uniforms by the time we march in the Memorial Day parade." Stewart said. “But for sure they will be on our band for the fail mar ching season. ” Last week a model of the new uniform arrived for an official unveiling in the band room The design chosen is a traditional one. “customized" with the Fighting Scot logo on the back Crisply trimmed in gold, with a tall hat. the new uniforms will mark a change from the Scottish look of the old uniforms. Stewart said it will be a thrill to have the band outfit­ ted properly, and said the uniforms are supposed to hold up for 10 years The CMA also has provided the choir ties for the boys and dresses for the girls at a cost of $3,000. Last year, it raised $2,600 to buy concert skirts and blouses for the girls in the orchestra and concert band The “booster” organization also is purchasing perfor­ mance shells for the auditorium and just allotted The new uniforms will feoture the Fighting Scot on the bock os well os the nicknome on the sleeve. $500 for a new Sousaphonc To raise funds, the CMA has held pop bottle drives, sold candy bars, mugs and other items and will operate the food concession at the Odyssey of the Mind competi­ tion being held at CHS next week. Several businesses also have made generous dona­ tions. Stewart said. The group’s next fund raiser is a used book sale at the Fourth of July celebration, and donations of used books are welcome Anyone with question* or books to donate should call 891-1378 Then start looking for a uniformly new look Io the CHS marching band Middleville wrestlers win O-K Blue league meet...again With all 13 of Middleville's varsity wrestlers placing in the top four in their individual weight class, including five taking championships, the Trojan matmen walked away with their sixth OK Blue Conference Championship in the last seven years. The Trojans won the championship with 200 team points, outdistancing Hamilton (157 1/2), Byron Center (144 1/2), Kelloggsville (97 1/2), Comstock Park (87) and Godwin (35) in the Saturday meet. Jody Blain was the heavy­ weight champion with a pin over his Godwin opponent in 15 seconds, over Byron Center in 1:38 and a 7-4 decision over Hamilton. Kiley Webster (112 lbs.) had a first-round bye. In the second round he pinned his Kelloggsville opponent in 1:49 and pinned Hamilton for the championship. Ryan Winchell (130) also had a first-round bye. He then pinned Hamilton in 1:29 and Byron Center in 1:33 to take the gold. Ty Middleton (171) won his weight class with a fall over Comstock Park in 17 seconds. Godwin in 29 sec­ onds and Byron Center in 3:55. Joel Appel won gold with pins over Godwin in 33 sec­ onds. Hamilton in 3:32 and Comstock Park in 5:39. Finishing in second place was Luke Middleton (135), with a first-round bye and a fall over Kelloggsville in 4:27. He lost to Byron Center in the finals 8-0. Chad Foster (140) also took the silver with a firstround bye and a fall over Byron Center in 1:29. He put up a long fight over Hamilton, but lost 5-4 in the championship round. Taking third place finishes were Andy Nelson (103), Scan Crofoot (119) and Marty Bender (145). Finishing fourth were Steve Austin (152) and Steve lehman (160). Middleville area man joins ‘Who’s Who’ among students Brian T. Ivory of Mid­ dleville is one of the 46 Western Michigan University students who have been nam ed to the 1994 edition of •‘Who’s Who Among Students in American Univer­ sities and Colleges “ The “Who’s Who” pro­ gram honors outstanding cam­ pus leaders for their scholastic and community achievements Criteria for selection include academic achievement, ser­ vice to the community, leadership m extracurricular activities and potential for continued success. Recipients were chosen by a nominating committee comprised of UMW faculty and staff members and by the editors of the annual directory. Those selected join an elite group of students from more than 1,400 institution* of higher education in the United States and abroad. Outstan­ ding students have been honored in the annual direc­ tory since it was first publish­ ed in 1934 The WMU students will have biographies of their ac­ complishments published in “Who’s Who” as well as receive lifetime use of a job reference service Ivory is the son of Jack and Irene Ivory of Delray Beach, Fla He is pursuing a master’s degree in counselor education and counseling psychofogy. STOP a* SEE YOUR CHOICE IS CLEAR. Richard J. Choryan, O.D. DOCTOR OF OPTOMETRY 133 E Man St , Caledonia. Ml 891-9224 Snow Removal Hauled out or piles pushed back. - TRUCKS AND LOADER - Stoneridge Excavating — MIDDLEVILLE — 616-795-7266 • 616-795-7285 — ANYTIME — �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / February 15, 1994 / Page 19 Scot eagers drop two in 0-K Gold, move to 5-6 The Caledonia varsity basketball team dropped two games last week, the first to Cedar Springs 76-64 on Tuesday, then to Grand Rapids South Christian 74-64 on Friday The pair of losses drops the Fighting Scots to 6-9 overall and 5-6 in the OK Gold In the game against South Christian. Caledonia was nearly doubled up in scoring in the first quarter as the Sailors pumped in 25 points to the Scots 13. But the Scots felt Crolg Kowalczyk drained five three pointers to lead the Scots in a 67-56 loss to Hudsonville Feb. 5. turnaround was fair play as the home team more than doubted Christian s 12-point second quarter with 26 to take the lead going into intermission. 39-37. The close of the third found the Sailors up by one point, 54-53 and Caledonia remaining perfect from the free throw line and keeping the game from being a run away. However, it was not to be as the Sailors hit a pair of long three-point shots nudway through the period to open a gap and keep the Fighting Scots at bay. Shawn Harris led the Sailors with 18 points with three others were in double figures Pat Stegeman had 20 to be the top scorer in the game with four field goals, two three pointers and two at the free-throw line. The Scots were perfect from the charity stripe, hitting eight for eight. Brian Folkersma was also in double figures for the Scots with 12. At Cedar Springs, the Scots had to face the team which they had beaten in overtime earlier this year, and. setting the precedent for the week, would keep the game close through the first three-and-a-half periods before falling behind. Nick Wolfe and Joel Sec ard were the leading scorers for the Redhawks with 28 and 27 respectively. Stegeman led the Scots with 22 and Dave Uyl had 10. The Fighting Scots' Jon Von Ryn goes up for a shot over South Christian s An drew Grashuis (51) during Friday s tight O-K Gold contest between the neighbor ing rivals. South pulled out a 74-64 win. The Scots will host Unwell tonight (Feb.15) and will travel to Forest Hills Northern on Friday for an OK Gold showdown. Something Special...for your Wedding Introducing... Photo Seals for Your Wedding Stationery from Carlson Craft New and distinctive Small Shots’ are available in two sizes to add a picture-perfect finishing touch to your stationery and envelopes. Smaller I" x IHs" seals have 56 per sheet, larger IH" x 2" seals have 25 per sheet; both sheets measure 8H" x 11". Simply peel lisc Small Shots* off the sheet and place them on your stationery or envelopes. Small Shots’ Place Cards Seat your guests with a personal touch and create a memento of your special day. We recommend adding I" x I" Small Shuts* io your place cards. 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Monday. Feb 28, al the township hall. “A gravel ordinance com­ mittee han been working on this ordinance for well over a year." said Planning Com­ mission Chairman Jack Spencer. "They reviewed mining or­ dinances from several ocher townships, some that were very restrictive and others that were lenient." he continued Spencer also said that the committee had put the draft of the proposed ordinance on hold after Wilson’s initial ap­ plication came in last spring Rather than wait any longer. Spencer said the com­ mission decided to go ahead with the new ordinance and he sure to keep everyone well informed. The new ordinance allows for mining operations in R-R zoning with a special use per mit. which if passed, will make Wilson s rezoning re­ quest unnecessary Basically, the proposed or­ dinance expands and goes into more detail than the current one. There arc some changes in setback requirements One change is that no ex­ cavation can occur within 200 feet of an off-site residence. The old ordinance listed 150 feet. Another change is in how far from a property line min­ ing can be done The propos­ ed ordinance lists 100 feet while the existing one says just 25 feet. Another portion of the or­ dinance maintains the same hour limitations on mining operations allowing for min­ ing only from 7 a.m. to6 p.m on weekday s and from 7 a m to noon on Saturdays The new ordinance includes that no mining will be done at any time over Memorial Day and L^ibor Day weekends or on July 4 if it falls on a weekend Also included in the re­ quirements is posting of a surety bond that will be held by the township until reclama­ tion of the site is complete. The amount of the bond will be determined by the Planning Commission after reviewing the size and scope of the operation. See Ordinance, Page 2 bv Barbara (.all Staff Writer Citing its desire to encour­ age a growing "positive" rela­ tionship with the Caledonia Township Board and its Planning Commission, the Concerned Citizens of Caledonia (C3) has dropped its pending lawsuit against the township. "We’ve seen a lot of posi­ tive changes in both the Township Board and the Planning Commission since we filed the suit," said C3 President Dorothy Wolf. "We want to encourage those di­ rections." Wolf said that Township Supervisor Tom Garbow initi­ ated the dialogue that finally led to dismissal of the suit. "Tom took the initiative to meet with us and hear our concerns, and he explained that he will handle them as he deems fit," she said. "After our discussions, we believe that our concerns indeed will be considered." The C3 organization was formed last spring after the township in April narrowly approved a new residential planned unit development (PUD) called Country View Estates. The controversy arose over the board's allowing several lots in the proposed site plan to remain smaller than the underlying rural residential zone's twoacre requirement. The township maintained that the flexibility of a PUD allows negotiation with a de­ veloper. who in this case of­ fered to pave a section of 60th Street, provide a dry well and create tree-lined berms, com­ mon green space aixl an aes­ thetic layout along a curvilin­ ear road in return for the five extra lots. Unhappy with this interpre­ tation of the PUD ordinance, C3 circulated petitions asking for a referendum on the deci­ sion and submitted them be­ fore the deadline date set by the township. In a mix up over wording, however, the town­ ship had given C3 a wrong deadline date, and the peti­ tions were ruled untimely by the townships attorney, even though they carried enough valid signatures to require the referendum. See Lawehit dropped. Page 2 We've seen a lot of positive changes in both the Township Board and the Planning Commission since we filed suit. We want to encourage those directions. Future funding shortages will end incentive program Caledonia Schools offer last-time retirement incentive by Barbuni Gall Staff Writer The Caledonia Board of liducalion last week agreed to offer its employees a one-time retirement incentive that will boost the overall benefit by 5 percent over the previous program. Eligible employees who offer, the employee's retire­ take the offer can receive an ment must be effective June incentive package that would 30. 1994. Conditions of the new in­ pay them a sum totaling 35 percent of their 1993-94 regu­ centive are: • The 35 percent will be lar salary. The best incentive package under the old pro­ paid in a lump sum or as payments on dates mutually gram paid 30 percent overall. To take advantage of this agreeable. • The resignation must be received in writing between Feb. 15 and March 10 for board consideration at the March 15 board meeting. • This incentive replaces any former incentive program offered by the Caledonia Community Schools. • There will be no retire­ ment incentive in effect, available or offered in the foreseeable future after March 14. Caledonia Schools Business Manager Judi Dean said about 15 teachers and 10 staff mem­ bers are eligible for the new incentive. "Our former retirement in­ centive was tiered according to age," she explained. Under that program, quali­ fied employees who wished to retire at ages 52-54 could re­ ceive an initial payment of!5 percent of their current wage with a three-year annual pay­ ment of 5 percent of that wage, totaling 30 percent. Employees ages 55-59 could receive an initial pay­ ment of 12 percent, with a 4 percent payment for three years, ttxaling 24 percent. Employees ages 60-62 could receive 9 percent ini­ tially. with a 3 percent pay­ ment for the three years, total­ ing 18 percent. The new plan will not be tied to age, and the only quali­ fication is that the employee be eligible under the Michigan Public School Employees Retirement System, Dean said This means that the em­ ployee must have worked 10 years in a Michigan educa­ tional system and be eligible to draw the retirement income. Eligibility to draw depends on a variety of factors set up by MPSERS, Dean said. "We see this offer as a win­ win situation." she said. See Incentive. Page 2 In This Issue.... The Caledonia Board of Education honored its district principals last week during National Principals' Week. Posing together ore Caledonia High School Principal Tonya Porter (front, left) and Special Education Director Carol Uhlmon with Kettle Lake Principal Jeff Warman (left) CHS Athletics and Activities Director Jeanne Glowicki. Caledonia Elementary Principal Gordon Nickels and Caledonia Middle School Principal Clark Volz behind them. Missing are Dutton Elementary Principal Jerry Phillips and CHS Assistant Principal Bob Szymoniak • Tennis courts to be named in honor of Coach Larry Seger • Middleville Lion to run for District Governor • CHS teacher named to National Math-Science Fellows project • Caledonia Council OKs rezoning, special use recommendations �Page 2 I The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml / February 22, 1994 LAWSUIT DROPPED, Claiming that it had acted in good faith, C3 then Hied suit, asking the court to force the township to recognize the petitions and put the Country View decision before the vot­ ers Wolf said that depositions on the case would have begun last month if Garbow had not met with C3 members in December to see if legal ac­ tion could be avoided "The members felt that after observing township and Planning Commission meet­ ings since this issue, the offi­ cials were being more re­ sponsive to the concerns of C3 members," said C3 attor­ ney John Potter. "They de­ cided that by continuing the lawsuit, the responses would possibly not be so positive in ORDINANCE, continued from front - the future." Wolf agreed. "With the lawsuit, it would be hard to maintain the open communication we have es­ tablished with the board and the Planning Commission," she said With the trial action immi­ nent, a poll was taken of C3 members, who agreed to drop the suit. A dismissal order was sent Feb. 14 to the township s attorney, who will sign it and return it to Potter for bis signature. The case is legally dismissed once both parties have signed. Potter said Wolf said that C3 members have been attending all Township Board and Planning Commission meetings, and are pleased that the township now is working to clarify the PUD ordinance. She said the group would like to see the township work on clarifying more of their ordinances so that future misunderstandings and loopholes can be avoided. Other C3 concerns include having township meeting minutes available for public view, posting signs around parcels up for development and possibly using more than one law firm to save legal costs Garbow announced C3's decision at Wednesday's Township Board meeting, de­ scribing it as a "positive move in the right direction." Tm very pleased that they decided to drop (the case)," he said after the meeting. "I think this is a step forward for the whole township." continued from front page — Before operation can begin, personal injury insurance, and injury and property damage insurance of at least SI million each must be in force. The proposed ordinance also has a clause stating that the special land use permit can be suspended or revoked if there are violations of the plication for a special use per­ mit for mining in the section of his property that is already zoned as A-R “At this time, we have not heard from Wilson s attorney to do otherwise." Spencer said However, it is possible that they will withdraw that re­ quest as well and wait for the proposed ordinance to be enacted, once it has Township Board approval If that is the case, only one special use permit wixild be needed to cover the entire parcel of property that Wilson intends to have mined said Spencer. restrictions Detailed site plans also are required for the special use permit Those requirements have not changed greatly, ac­ cording to Spencer Once the public hearing for the proposed ordinance is done. Spencer said they also will deal with Wilson's ap- BINGO American Lagion Pott *305 9548 Cherry Valley, Caledonia • THURSDAY • Early Bird — 6:30 p.m. INCENTIVE, Triple Check Tax Service We are set up to handle ALL INCOME TAX needs. We are able to do your personal, small business. Partnership or Corporation returns. We offer a complete accounting service, with 20 years of experience. Other services include: • Business Plans • UPS (not a UPS agent > • Educational Resources Service - College Money Guaranteed OPEN Mon.-Fri. 9-5; Sat. 9-2 or evenings by appointment MftntTr 995® Cb»t»v ViHlry (M-an C*ieUor»»* Ml 49J1G from front page — "For employees ready to go on with their lives and per­ haps do different things, this will give them some means to do that. "On the school district side, we will have to cut $1 million from our budget, and the in­ centive might encourage peo­ ple who have been thinking about retiring to go ahead and do so. That, in turn, would lower the number of employ­ ees we might have to lay off." She emphasized that the new incentive is a one-time offer, and after March 14. the district will not be able to of­ fer any retirement incentive. "Given our financial future, this will be the last time we'll be in the financial position to make this offer," she said. However, she said that the district does not want any staff member to think he or she is unwanted. "Our only fear in offering this was that our more mature staff would think we were trying to gel them to leave us," she said. "That is not the case at all. We don't want any staff members to think we want them to go away. But for those who have been seriously considering retirement, this offer provides a nice payment to help them get started in a new life." BQ 1-1886 07 X Ptvone B91 • INDIVIDUALS • CORPORATIONS • PARTNERSHIPS • FARMS • BUSINESS • ACCOUNTING • PAYROLLS • ELECTRONIC FILING (Federal & State) This year we have been accepted to participate in the federal as well as the 'State of Michigan Electronic Filing. No extra charge when we are the preparer. — hours — HASTINGS OFFICE SOS W APPlE Mon -Fn 9 am to 6 p m. Sat 9 am to 1 pm. Sun Closed MtDOtF.Xlf OFFICE 111 BAOAOWAY 945-5429 16ielF^3„„ 795-3387 ‘State of Michigan is limited to refund*onty and torm 10*0 and CR's ’This ts a Pilot Program tor 1993 returns Thornapple Kellogg Middle School fundraiser starts today by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Chocolates, sausage, cheese, etc . will translate into funds for much-needed equip­ ment at the Thornapple Kellogg Middle School Starting today. TK sixth-, seventh- and eighth-graders will sell products through the Frankenmuth Fundraisers, ac­ cording to Debt Smith of th TKMS Parents and Educator in Partnership group This is the major fundraiser for the PEP “Our goal this year is to earn enough to buy two CD ROM units to be used in science classes." said Diana Mulder of PEP Each of the complete units will cost between S3.000 and S3.500. Profits from last year's sale went to the purchase of one of these systems, which also can be used with a computer For example, the units with the proper software allow teachers to give students more visual information on a given topic Smith said there are incen­ tives for students and PEP gets about 45 percent of the profit. The sale runs through Wednesday. March 9. Products will be delivered between Wednesday, March 23. and Wednesday. March 30 PEP also accepts donations. Seventh graders Jenny laansma (left) and Garrett Weatherhead decide to do some research on the CD ROM unit that was purchased by the P E P. fund-raiser last year. Anyone interested can contact either Diana Mulder at 891-8579 or Dcbie Smith at 795-9135. Middleville contracts with county to purchase sewer bonds by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The Middleville Village Council took the next necessary step in the proposed sewer project for the village by approving a contract and the purchase of bonds through Barry County. The village is looking at building a new sewage treat­ ment plant. The council members called a special meeting last Tuesday so that their resolution could be acted upon by the Barry County Board of Commis­ sioners at today’s (Feb. 22) regular meeting. In the resolution, the village approved a contract with the county for “the acquisition, construction and financing of the project . " The cost of the bonds issued by the county can not exceed $2,790,000 (the projected cost ' of the sewer system). Manshum said that the county esentially will own the sewage treatment plant and lease it to the village until such time that the 20-year bond debt is paid off. ‘Happy 60’ club to meet March 7 The Caledonia “Happy 60s" group will meet for a St. Patrick's Day potluck at noon Monday. March 7, in the Community Education Building Members and guests are asked to bring a dish to pass, preferably something Irish, or even green, in keeping with the theme of the day Each person also should br­ ing his or her own table '.er vice and a $1 gift for bingo Anyone with questions should call 698-6335 or the Caledonia Community Educa­ tion office. 891-8117. Once the county commis­ sioners act on the resolution, the village will begin taking bids on construction of the project. Manshum said that con struction should begin by mid­ May MfiK€ LIFE LESS TAXING Tax Management and Mare Inc. ujiII prgppre your return correctly and ot o good price! 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"I was shocked.’ said Seger I guess I hadn't really thought about it.’’ There were no dissenting voices when the board had to waive the current board policy to name the courts after someone who is not deceased Seger has coached tennis at TK since 1969 And he plans to continue his coaching for several years. When Seger first began coaching the boys' team, they had captured just one league championship, in 1954 As Seger worked to build the team, he taught tennis lessons, run camps, and con­ ducted tournaments in the summer TK tennis teams started to take off. Since 1969. the boys’ teams have one eight con­ ference titles and two regional Teochur and tennis coach larry Seger (right) along with hi* wife Lindo and »on Brian, didn t know that the TK School Board wo* going to announce that the tenni» court* were going to be nomed the Larry L. Seger Community Courts. Superintendent’s Corner by... Steve Garrett Superintendent of Thornapple Kellogg Schools still in the millage business! I would like to share an editorial from the Feb. 4 "MASA Fortnighter." a bi-weekly publication of the Michigan Association of School Administrators. It can serve the begin the process of informing local voters of the need to ultimately approve operating millage that will be required, regardless of the outcome of the March 15 election: "M A S A. and other educational groups applaud the Legislature’s effort to reform the way schools are financed in Michigan Unfortunately, we also recognize that publicity about the plan, following on the heels of the Legislature's repeal of school operating property taxes last summer, has given taxpayers the mistaken impression that districts will no longer have the need to hold millage elections. "Surprisingly, nothing could be further from reality The new school finance plans actually reinstate school property taxes and mandate local elect ions sometime in the future The major thing to be determined by the vote on March 15 is whether school millages will be bolstered by a higher state sales tax or a higher sure income tax Regardless of the March 15 outcome, schools will still need to eventually get voter ap­ proval of property tax levies to qualify for state funds to main­ tain current programs On the bright side, while voter approval will be necessary, there will be considerably fewer milk involved "Besides the income or sales tax question. the March 15 election will establish whether distnets must have at least 12 local school tvperatmg mills on all property (if the ballot pro posal fails) or 18 school operating nulls on non homestead pro­ perty (if it passes* Both types of levies must be approved by local voters Alth^xigh existing lev res can apply until tiary ex­ pire and alhxated millage can be used to partially cover the 12-null requirement under the statutory plan, locally approved school operating taxes are a must under either version of the new school funding scheme "The point to be made is that voters in local and in­ termediate school districts throughout the stale shouldn't be surprised when they find that school distnets are soil holding millage elections to open their doors Surprised Ue suspect they II be shocked' "All schools ask is that people realize that voting millage is neither the district's choke nor ns desire it’* a necessity championships The Trojans have not finished lower than third place in the past 20 years and have chalked up 23 con­ secutive winning seasons Seger also started girls ten­ nis at TK schools m 1974 In all. the girls' teams have produced 12 conference championships in the past 20 years, four runner-up teams, two regional titlists, and one second-place regional finish They have been undefeated in dual matches for the last three seasons. Besides producing winning teams. Seger’s colleagues have shown respect for his coaching abilities by naming him regional coach of the year several times He was also voted stale Class B Coach of the Year by the Michigan High School Tennis Coaches Association in 1986 Seger was inducted into the MHSTeCA Hall of Fame earlier this month Though there is still snow on the ground. Seger has started gearing up for the boys' tennis season with prac­ tices beginning in March. The TK Board of Education is planning a dedication ceremony at the tennis courts, but that probably will be scheduled in May. In another matter. Superintendent Steve Garrett told the board that 30 people have expressed an interested in the curriculum director's position The deadline for accepting letters of interest is March 11 The board originally had set the target date of hire as May I. 1994 A screening committee that is made up of administrators, teachers and parents is com­ plete except for one parent (as of last Monday). The board may still need to fill that vacancy , preferably with a parent who has of had secondary students and is business oriented. Anyone interested should call the administration office at 795-3313. Board Secretary Wanda Hunt questioned if the board should continue the search for the curriculum director now. in light of the fact that they will have to start a superinten­ dent search soon Garren gave the school board his resignation for retirement earlier this month. Pop can & bottle drive set to raise money for TK senior party Parents of Thornapple Kellogg seniors are planning a pop can and buttle drive for Saturday. March 19 This is just one of the fun­ draisers by the parents as they plan for the overnight, non­ alcoholic senior graduation parry They are asking for people to begin saving returnable cam and butties now According to Susan Stapish. committee chairwoman of the fund raising coramnuoee. the cam and bottles will be picked up by the parents and seniors For more information on the dove. contact Supish at 795-7705 Donaoam will also be ac­ cepted Those interested should also call Staptsh The TK School Board members congratulate the three people honored at the February meeting. The honorees are (facing, from left) teacher Lorry Seger, custodian Rob Lewis, and bus driver Marla Bierens. effective Dec 31. 1994 Hunt was concerned that it might make more sense to hire a new superintendent first, and then have him or her be active in the selection of cur­ riculum director. The other board members said they did not feel that the search for a curriculum direc­ tor should be halted In other business last week, the board: — Approved a 3 percent raise for the pre-school staff, along with a 2 percent merit raise The 1993-94 hourly wages will be between $10 and $14 per hour for the three employees. — Accepted the resignation for retirement of Jim French for the end of the school year French teaches science and social studies at TK Middle School. — OK’d a request for an out-of-state baseball trip to Nashville. Tenn . on April 3-7. at no cost to the district. Baseball coach Tim Penfield said the baseball camp-type setup "helped develop unity and camaraderie on the team " — Recognized the district's principals in accordance with Principal s Week that was set for Feb 13-19 by Gov. John Engler TK principals are Henry Dugan al the high school. Gordon Dahlgren at the middle school. David Bukala at Page Elementary. Sharon Kalee at West Elemen tary. and Bill Rich at McFall Elementary SUNSATIONS & Thee Place for • TANNING and NAILS: 891*4040 9790 CMny Vall«v Road (M 37) 0*fN Honda f tajULlllAtllll-AlXlJ t in liOJLULtJUuC NEW The Hometown Card We now offer... Visa • MasterCard and Visa Gold ...and a NEW merchants credit card program to our customers. No Annual Fee for the First Year with an APR or 15.84% Stop in at any of our locations for complete details. 627 MAIN ST 3205 68th ST. S.E 303 ARLINGTON CALEDONIA TATE DUTTON MIDDLEVILLE ANK 891*8113| 698*6337 795*3361 ALEDONIA • I »m to I p a. 0pw> * l*« tatotoa • The First Name in Community Service Banking LENDER �Page 4 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I February 22, 1994 Neighbors with... NORMA VELDERMAN ass Wednesday evening the Thomapple Heritage Associa­ tion .met at the Steensma s home Don Dean showed us slides on old Middleville I always enjoy Don Deans talks He has so very much knowledge on Middleville's history We had a real good turnout — about as much as a regular house could handle Rose and Kevin Morgan just came back from an ex­ tended tnp to Florida They managed to sec all of their family in various parts of Florida Always glad to get home, even if we have a lot of snow and cold. Dan Bartlett said that he has been assigned to the new Shelbyville Pom Office, just off of Patterson Road, west of the park. He said it is a big new post office It is right by the Lumber Company He is acting poM maMer there Russ Bender said that his sister. Florence, and daughter. Sue. went with him to visit their brother. Mike, and Edna Bender in Holland on Sunday Wasn't that a nice article on the Jenny and Barney Cisler family in the Reminder this week? I remember that when we moved to Middleville in 1950 or shortly after. Jenny and Barney were living next door to Daisy Penderon Cherry Valley I think that she was very sick then She was a wonderful person. I never got to really know her that well, but she handed down her sweetness to a lot of her children Just a good, salt of the earth type of ordinary family, sort of the backbone of our country Jean Gallup did her usual warm type of article. Thelma Carl said that the senior citizens met this last Tuesday . They played bingo. This was their Valentine Party Betty Newman said that the family got together at John and Cheryl Newman's home on Sunday for a delayed col­ lege graduation celebration Florida for a few days She stayed with Harold and Gem Finkbeiner’s having a wonderful time sunbathing and swimming. 1; seemed so good. Quite a change when she came back home Ed Wiennga said that Katie was bowling in Grand Rapids in a tournament this weekend. Cathy Williamson said that they had a family birthday dinner Sunday for Mindy and Stacey’s birthday Pat and Jerry Hilty were given a gift from their daughter. Angela, to take the snow train strip up at the Canadian Soo. Had wonderful tnp and the scenery was just beautiful Their daughter is going to Pans. France. Well, folks. I read something that hit home for me. When you have a day that starts poorly and seems to continue quite a bit of the day. for daughter Laurie Don Stauffer said that the Cisler siblings and spouses met at Dick and Jo Raymand s in Irving. It was a potluck meal Bill Kenyon said that the Snowmobile club went up to East Jordan, leaving Friday and coming home Sunday There were 15 members there Bill and Neva’s family were all there Virginia Root said that her son. Jim Harrison, and daughter. Pauline have the same birthday, only a few years apart so they had a fami­ ly party there at Virginia's home on Feb. 2. Virginia’s old school chum of many years died. Ella Fisher. It is a sad time for her. It is had w hen you lose a very long pan of your life. Makes it very hard to adjust. Florence Fiala went to don't forget that you can start the day anew when you see there are too many stumbling Nocks. It is up to you to im­ mediately start over by mak­ ing them into stepping stones You are the only one who can change your day. Love you all very much Here is a great big hug to all of you. my community fami­ ly. Have a good week. Phone 795-3345 for Sun & News Action Ads! LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church — Serving a Living Lord SUNDAY....... 9 45am 1100 am 4 6 00pm WEDNESDAY............................ Family Fellowship Prayer h Bible StdHy 7.00 p m 7240 66th Street, SE — Caledonia 2 mile* eMt of M-37 Pastor, Rev Brian F Hamson Youth Pastor. Darrel L. Schrock Music, Jeffery C. Vander Heide CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A church with a caring heart for our community and the world" Sunday Services....... 9:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. M-37 at 100th St., Caledonia, Ml Church Office: (616) 891-1512 Rev. Gerald Van Oyen Al Tiemeyer Community Calling FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville Bruce N. Stewart, Pastor Lee Taylor, Assistant Pastor Sunday School 9:45a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6:00p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer 6:45 p.m. Word of Life Club*............................................. 6:45p.m. WELCOME TO CHRISTIAN REFORMED 6201 Whitneyville Avenue Sunday School........................ 9:30 a m. Sun. Morning Worship......... 10:30 a m. Evening Service...................... 6:00 p.m. Rev. Bernard Mulder, Pastor 868-6306 LEIGHTON UNITED METHODIST Game* United Brethren Church Kalamazoo Avenue at 92nd Street Caledonia, Michigan Telephone 69M2S2 Pastor Mark Beers LAKESIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Pastor Scott Taylor Reaching People With Christ 8 30 am to 9:30 am — First Worship Service 9 30 am to 9 45 am - Coffee Fellowship 9 45 am to 10 45 am — Sunday School 10:45 am to 11:00 am — Coffee Fellowship 11 00 am to 12 00 - Second Wonhip Service Nurtery and Children* Church will be provided during both service* "Set an eumpie in tpMCh. m Ha, tn tow. * tartn and <n purity 1 Ttmotfry 412 CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Peace Reformed Church Barner Free • M-37 between Caledonia & Middleville Sunday Worship Services....... 8:30 or 11:00,6:00 Children i Churvh, Yituih W-rWp durmg morning temm. Sunday Morning Worship Canway Si puppet nunntry fur K 4th during evening <n*n (Interpreted for hearing impaired)............... 9:30 a.m. 9:45-10:45 Sunday School.......................................................... 11:10a.m. Sunday School Sunday Evening Service.............................................6.30p.m. Wednesday Night “Family Night" 6:45-8:15 Pioneer Club Includes Adventure Club Choin for Chtldren «nd Adah* High (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday..................... 6:30 p.m. Sctod ml <1»m Prayer Meeting - Wednesday........................... 7:00 p.m. Youth Fellowship - Sunday.............................. 5:00 p.m. For informalion call: 891-8119 RAY TOWNSEND Pastor PM DOUBLESTEIN. Youth Director 891-8028 MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 708 West Main Street St. Paul Lutheran MISSOURI SYNOD (Come join our family Morning Worship Service............ 10:00 a m Sunday School.............................. 1115a.m Evening Worship Service................ 6 00 p m Rev. James Cusack Phone 891-9259 Sunday Morning Worship 8 30am Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship.............11:00 a m YOU ARE INVITED Rev. Robert Gerke 891-8688 Office / 891-8978 Church Saturday Evening Mass...........................5 00 p.m. Rev Roger Timmerman. Pastor Sunday Mass.................... 9 00 a m & 11:00 a m UNITED METHODIST Church School.................... 9:30 a.m. Choir Practice ................... 9:30 a.m. Worship Service................ 10:30 a.m. 250 Vine Street Church Office 891-8669 Parsonage 891-3167 Rev. Bobby Dale Whitlock 795-3667 WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH MIDDLEVILLE and PARMELEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES 5546 Whuneyviile Ave 54!h St • 89 <-8661 The Chuch where is somebody .. and Jesus Christ s LokT 111 Church Street Sunday School......... .............................930 a m Sunday Momng WonNp..................... 1030 am Sunday Everung Wonhp....................... 600p m Weo Wawee* >aver k Boe S>jO»...... 700pm Sbs Mhor Oobtor aosXy joonon Uteuxrw MLecOr CALEDONIA Cod s family) Kraft Ave. & 84th St., Caledonia, Ml Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street 5590 WhitneyviMe Ave, S E. Alto. Michigan 49302 Pastor Jeffrey Lee Phone 795-7076 1 J|> Sunday Wontap 10 00 am Sunday School Waincwlay ' Family .Nighi" 6 00 p m in.:prrmg, Pourne, Church Office Phene - 795-9266 Cornerstone Wesleyan Church 1000 a.m 11 00 a.m 600pm 12200 Chief Noonday Road (at Gun Lake) Wayland, Michigan 4934M • 795 7903 Barner free / Program fur All Age* Rev. Lynn Wagner — 795-3798 Rev. Carroll Fowler — 765-5316 (The CDIH CTime JRrthodiel (Church Services — Sunday School Morntng Worsmp Evening Worship -t Parmelee Morning Worship........... 9 30 am Middleville Sunday School............ 945 a m Middleville Worship...................... 1100 a m “God Cares for You” Meeting at the Comer of Wood School Rd. and Wing Rd. GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH Sunday School 10 00 am Morning Worship 1100 a m Evening Worship 6:00 p m Wednesday Prayer Meeting/ Children's Classes 7 00 p.m. Role Bui Lard, Pastor - 868-6437 - The Reorganized CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST of Latter Day Saints 8146 6tah St near Whitneyville Ave Ch*^ Scho°‘< **^?*t> gw vTalv1 ® 'S-'? V Sunday .10 00 a.m Morning Wor*tap...... II 00 a m Evening Worvhip 6 00pm Wed Fellowship......... 7 30pm (in homev or church) call Pastor Lloyd DeVormer Sr. 897-7407 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / February 22. 1994 / Page 5 Children’s poet coming to town Poet Brod Bagert will bring poetry to the Thomapple Kellogg Elementary Schools Monday. Feb 28. and Friday. March 4 Bagert was a trial attorney for 2 f years in New Orleans. La . before he began writing poetry for children to perform He is the author of several books of poetry that seem to catch a child’s feeling on paper One of his books, ( hicken Socks and other contagious poems, leads off with a poem called “Contagious ■' It goes like this. Shut the windows. Lock the locks, Gretchen't got the chicken socks. So contagious. It's outrageous. She's really got the blues. / guess should be glad She didn t catch the chicken shoes. Bagert will work with the children at all three schools. He is set up to be al West Elementary during the mom ing of Feb 28 and at McFall in the afternoon On March 4. he will work with McFall kids again and then be at Page Elementary after lunch Parents and siblings of TK students arc invited to come, according to McFall Principal Poet Brod Bagert Bill Rich. Anyone who would like more information can call any of the elementary schools Bagert will autograph his poetry books, which will be available for purchase during the days of his presentations. Women’s Club to sponsor blood drive at Gun Lake Monday, Feb. 28 The General ^deration of Women’s Clubs — Gun Lake — will sponsor a Barry County Red Cross blood drive from 1 to 7 p.m. Monday at the Gun Lake Community Church. The Middleville Lions Club may have one of its own serving as governor of District 11-C-l. Russ "Rusty* Kermeen. sales coordinator for Gavin Cbevrolet/Buick/Pontiac in Middleville is running for the position of Lions District Governor for a one year term. He is already serving as the first person to become lieutenant governor of that district Kermeen is running unopposed and is virtually assured of the post. As district governor, Kermeen expects to oversee the Lion's Clubs in his district, as well as visit each of the 56 clubs, plus seven Lioness' clubs. He will also serve as liaison for the Lions International for the 1,700 Lions in the district. His area will cover from Allegan to the south, to Muskegon to the north, east to Ionia and west to the shore of I^ke Michigan, he said. As district governor, Kermeen said he will set personal goals and assist Lions Clubs to set goals for civic projects. He and his wife Pat will travel to Phoenix in July for the International Convention The couple are parents of two sons, Bob and Mike and a daughter Kelli. Kermeen will bring a great deal of experience to the post of district governor. A Lion for 20 years, he has served as president of the Middleville club, served on its board of directors for three terms, headed special projects. Russ Kermeen served on numerous committees and worked for a Lions project, the Welcome Home for the Blind in Grand Rapids. He also was named state chairman for Welcome Home for the Blind for two years. He and eight or nine otiier Middleville Lions will attend the district convention at Muskegon on March 25-26, when the election for district governor will be held. That will make a busy week for the Middleville civic club, as its main yearly fundraiser, a chicken dinner, is set for the next day. Sunday. March 27. If he is elected, he will assume his duties sometime after the first of July, Kermeen said. ENGAGEMENTS Hofstra • Postma to wed in June Mr. and Mrs. Donald Hofstra of Lake Odessa would like to announce the engage­ ment of their daughter. Jeanne Michele, to Philip John Post ma Jeanne is a 1993 graduate of Lake wood High School and is attending New Tribes Bible Institute in Jackson, Michigan Philip is the son of Marlin and Louise Nivison of Mid­ dleville. He is a 1992 graduate of Thornapple-Kellogg High School. Middleville He at tended Lawrence Technological University in Southfield last year and is now attending New Tribes Bible Institute The couple will exchange their lifetime vows on June 18. 1994 They plan to continue their Bible education at New Tribes Bible Institute in the fall Caledonia/Middleville Right to Life Invites You to a . . . Focus on Life Dinner The goal will be 60 pints. A spokeswoman for the club said, "If you are one of the many people who in the past have felt torn between the Gun I^ke and Middleville drives, the turmoil has ended. It will have been at least 56 days since the most recent drive in Middleville Jan. 3 and it will be at least 56 days until the next community blood drive in Middleville. "In other words, you can donate at both locations from now on because we are coor­ dinating them." The women's group is urg­ ing regular donors to bring a friend. Those who donate will re- with Guest Speaker Kurt Dillinger Executive Director of the Pregnancy Resource Center and Special Music by Christian Soloist . . . Greg Bugbee Caledonia Christian Reformed Church Presents a... Successful Single Living — WORKSHOP — Nrwfy Single or Divorced’ t Recovery for the Bereaved discission • SUkin# the Meet oi a Difficult Situation • Developing a Healthy Sett Love • Love What ts It? • How to Trust Attn Be: ng Burned • Coping with Loneliness WwiAef Caa - Fm•ChMCan Middleville Lion to run for District Governor • • • • I ones Single Adult Sexuality Battle Between the Sexev Sok* Parenting Preparation tor Improving biMs tfers BtntKan Aft — EVERY WEDNESDAY NIGHT Feb. 23 - April 27 • 7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Caledonia Christian Reformed Church M-37 at 100th Street To make reservations or for further mformotwm cnB G^edoitM Ckreshtm Reformed Cfairrh « 891-1512 Lois and Gerald Page prepare to give blood ceive an "I Gave* sticker, which can be used to get a free piece erf pie at the Country Basket Restaurant, a free piece of carrot cake at Amber Inn (formerly Yo Mama s) or a free candy bar at Weick’s Food Town. "As you may have noticed in the Feb. 15 Reminder, the program in Barry County is doing very well, but those of us here at Gun Lake would lioke io make the totals even better." the spokeswoman added, "and please keep in mind that while the program in Barry County has been very successful. the national shortages need our help * The Barry County chapter of the American Red Cross is a member agency of the Barry County United Way. Friday, March 25, 1994 6:30 - 9:00 p.m. The Middle Villa $15.00 per person - $150.00 for a table of 10 For Reservations: Call 891-1652 by March 7, 1994 �Page 6 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / February 22. 199* Clark one of 34 named to national group CHS teacher named to national Math-Science Fellows Project by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Porents of the Clot* of 1994 serve up ice creom ond seniors help themselves to toppings and nuts at the annual ice cream social held eoch year for the senior class. CHS seniors enjoy annual Valentine’s ice cream social Senior Brion Folkersmo gives porenl Joellyn Potgeter o hug after winning the drawing for all seniors who have purchased a senior graduation party ticket. The drawing, held at the ice cream social, was the first of several to be held for ticket holders. QUALITY PEOPLE MAKE A QUALITY COMPANY Cathy Williamson recently joined the Miller Real Estate staff in Middleville. Cathy has the kind of background that can help insure your success when you invest in Real Estate. • Holds The Prestigious GRI Professional Designation • 14 Years Real Estate Experience • Member Middleville Rotary • Named Realtor Associate Award For The State Of Michigan • Middleville Area Resident For 20 Years • Past Executive Director Qf The Barry County United Way Cathy knows the people of Barry County and the Middleville community. She knows real estate, and she works hard to satisfy her clients. Whether you are buying or selling, put Cathy to work for you! To say Caledonia High School science teacher Locals nne Clark is nou one of the Fellows is to make light of the honor and oppor­ tunity she has been awarded. But a ‘ Fellow" she is. The Brown University based Coalition of Essential Schools has accepted Clark as a Math-Science Fellow in its Re: Learning Faculty Caledonia High School is a member of the coalition, an organization of schools that are restructuring their pro­ grams to meet the needs of the future Its Math-Science Fellows Program is set up to provide teachers from across the coun­ try a chance to work together in learning more about in­ tegrated curriculum, effective teaching techniques and the use of student projects as a teaching method All these are part of the coalition s vision for the school of today. One of 34 math and science teachers chosen from across the country to participate. Clark will travel Saturday to South Hadley. Mass., for her first session in the Fellows program The week-long meeting will familiarize teachers with the goals of the project and "focus on issues directeiy related to teaching in an Essential School," according to a letter from the director of the project Teachers also will develop ideas on interdisciplinary cur­ riculum to be discussed during the month-long summer ses­ sion at Hampshire College in Amherst, Mass. After these two sessions, Clark will be expected to work next year with teachers at CHS on integrating cur­ riculum and suggesting effec­ tive teaching methods “I think there are things in this program that will benefit Caledonia," she said. “What we’re going to work on is ap­ plicable to all disciplines, not just math and science." A math and science teacher at CHS for the last 16 years, Clark pointed out that Caledonia High School has already taken a big step toward the goals of integrating subjects and using project based learning with its STAR 9 and STAR 10 science programs The development of these two courses was funded by a $450,000 grant from the Kellogg Foundation. The STAR classes combine the content areas of science, technology and agriculture in­ to one project-oriented course for each of the freshman and sophomore years. “The work with the Kellogg project has ended, but now I'm in the groove for developing pew ideas," said Clark. "After working with the Kellogg team on STAR. I’ve got this appetite." she smiled “We must teach our students how to find informa (kmi and (hen learn to use tt to HASTINGS & MIDDLEVILLE V solve problems. she said * ‘They must be able to sec the relationship between what they learn in science classes and math classes and technology classes to what is going on in the world "But it’s hard to integrate, and we need any ideas we can get. any helphil hints I’m hoping this program will give us some guidelines to go by. "I know they’ll be strong in team building, for instance, and we adults arc ill prepared to leach team building because we never were exposed to it. ” Clark said in the upcoming winter week session, the teachers will work not only on team building, but also in areas such as problem-based learning, where students must learn to solve “real-life” pro blems using their math and science skills. Learning conflict resolu­ tion, how to teach data analysis, and how to use the Coalition of Essential Schools Network are other areas the teachers will focus on during the winter and summer sessions. "They warn us that this winter session will be very in­ tensive." Clark said. "They’ve already given us a homework assignment of four readings. " She explained that in accep­ ting the Fellowship, she is obligated to the program through the 1995-96 school year. In that last year, the Fellows will serve as con­ sultants to neighbotng coali­ tion schools The Math-Science Project will cover the cost of a substitute teacher for CHS when Clark is attending the winter session. Substitute teacher costs also will be paid during Clark's attendance at the 1994 ami 1995 coalition fall forums and the regional Coalition of Essential Schools meetings "I'm really excited about it." Clark said of the Fellows project “I think it will give me the chance to continue the kind of work I’ve done with the Kellogg project here at Caledonia “It also will give me the chance to learn some concrete things that will help me and all of us in the restructuring ef­ fort we're trying to ac complish here.” Stop and 900 Yoor Choke to Cloor Richard J. Choryan, O.D. DOCTOR OF OPTOMETRY 133 E Man St. Caledonia. Ml 891-9224 -□affordable Family Dental Care Ronald B. Stegehuis, D.D.S 891-1240 We welcome new patients. Please call for your appointment available Monday-Saturday. Cail Cathy Williamson. GRI. Office 795-3305 or home 795-9090. Middleville Office: 497 Arlington. M-37 MILLEROFFICES REAL INESTATE CHS science teocher Lorolynne Clark has been ac­ cepted in the Math-Science Fellows project of the Coalition of Essential Schools. Cail them partners birds called egrets feed on in­ sects stirred up by grazing cattle in return, the egret warns the cattle of danger by flying away 9505 Cherry Valley Rd Caledonia - on M-37 in the new State Farm Bkig. just north oi the hght �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I February 22. 1994 / Page 7 ‘Christmas in February’ replaces hearts and flowers Dutton Christian sends Valentines to fire victims by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Tomato soup might be red. but it just is not one of the goodies associated with Valentine s Day. At Dutton Christian Elementary, however, a col­ lection of soups and other ed­ ibles like macaroni and cheese, brownie mix, boxed rice, cereal and canned veg­ etables. was a most appropri­ ate “Valentine." though not embellished with the usual lace and red velvet bows. The school's students, teachers and parents bad col­ lected a heart-warming van­ load of non-perishable food, kitchen utensils, paper prod­ ucts and toys for a Dutton family who lost their home in a Feb. 2 fire. The Ralph Zoppa family was not home when the fire broke out. so no one was hurt, but they lost nearly all their possessions in the tragedy. Two of the three Zoppa children attend Dutton Christian Elementary. The family just last week moved into a house from the hotel where they had taken up emergency residence after the fire. Now that they had a home again, the Dutton Christian community helped them get settled by restocking the pantry and providing the two students with toys to re­ place some of those they lost in the fire. Third-graders collected enough money to present classmate John Zoppa some special Valentines: a baseball bat, ball and glove; a football; a basketball, a video game and a remote-control car with lots of batteries. Kindergarteners presented Sherri Zoppa with special Valentines of a tape player and tapes, shin guards and a soccer ball and two games. A lover of horses, she also re­ ceived play horses, a stuffed horse and a horse poster. "Giving the toys was the teachers* idea.” said Dutton Christian Principal Robert Terpstra. “The collection for the toy: began right after the fire, an the kids mom gave us a list o what John and Sherri needed "The food drive, however came from the parents. They w anted to do something, and we decided to collect the food, once the Zoppas could get back into a home. Their insurance will cover most thing*, like furniture, but not food." Terpstra said that as soon as the family had moved into a home, he sent home a letter Feb. 11. telling families the collection of non-perishables would begin. By Valentine's Day afternoon, two tables were piled with donations, and more bags were still arriving. Zoppa. who picked up the family s “Valentines" that aftenMxin, told Terpstra he was very grateful for all the con­ tributions. "He said that you don’t real­ ize how much you have to get together just to live day-today." Terpstra said. "While they are pretty comfortable with some furniture and applicances. they really didn't have the food on the shelves that families use every day "He said they really appre­ ciated the help from every­ one." Terpstra said that while be praised the parents* generos­ ity. he was also impressed with how much the children had wanted to help their friends Dutton Christian third graders held a special Valentine's Day party to present their friend. John Zoppa. with sports equipment and a remote controlled cor after the Zoppa family lost the content* of their home in a recent fire. "The amazing thing to me was that our students wanted to do something so quickly," he said. "Some of them even brought their own toys from home to give to the Zoppas, before we ever started collect­ ing the money. They just wanted to help out.” (Below) John Zoppa unwraps one of his ' Valentine* presents as his third-grade classmates look on. The Dutton Christian community pitched in to help the Zoppa family by donating kitchen items and food to restock the family pantry. Gathered at the table of goods are Dutton Cnristion students Pom Myer* (front), Kate Rozeboom, Julie Baker, Danielle Visser, Colin Sikkema, Carly VonWyngorden, Ron Henion, Evie Inthout, Andy Kopensky and Scott Oeverman. Caledonia Schools kindergarten round-up gets underway Caledonia Community Schools are enrolling children for next year’s kindergarten class. Parents of chikien who will be 5 years old on or before Dec. 1 should contact either Diane DeYoung or Linda Baker, district kindergarten coordinators, at 891-8181 Parents may choose bet­ ween al I-day. alternate-day kindergarten or half-day, every-day kindergarten, but requests will be honored on a first-come, first-served basis Detail* about the kindergarten curriculum and other information will be shared with parent* al a special meeting to be held at 7 pm Tuesday. April 19. in the Caledonia High School Performing Art* Center ARK VETERINARY SERVICES Middleville Clinic (Next to MidVilla) — Call for — CLASSIFIEDS POce Y<xx Message Here • 795-3345 • IctMi tor US to* & par I v*i per ■ whici, rev SO* Mtag cwp ttoodtow ■ tatwetoopA Reminds you that dog licenses are due by March 1, which requires a current rabies vaccination. Dr. Julius is the only veterinarian and personally takes care of all patients. He shares his time also in the Dorr and Gun Lake Clinics - 45-20 mins, apart. Telephones are all tied together so you get immediate answers MIDDLEVILLE CUNIC HOURS TUESDAY 9:00 am. to 12 00 p.m. and 6 30 p.m to 9 00 p.m Evenings THURSDAY 6:30 pm. to 9:00 p m. Evenings All regular or special hours by appointment. Call...795-2300 �Page 8 / The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml I February 22. 1994 Barnyard critters invade McFall, delight students Morvin captured the hearts of all the children wot thing So. when it come time to pet the critters, the kids wouldn't pass by the piglet in his little red born. by Margaret Fowler Stq/f Writer Farmer John’s Barnyard Express made a hit at McFall Elementary in Middleville and taught the kids as much as it Willie Wooley's coat con be used to moke yarn. Tony Carpenter helps Former John show just how the wool yarn can be mode. entertained John Forshee. alias “Farmer John.” travels around Michigan with his crew of critters, and gives the kids a practical, hands-on education about farm animals Included in his merry band are Ace the Dog. Goofy Goat. Marvelous Marvin the Pig. Chuckie the Chicken. Willie Randi Thomas was lively and ready to lead the way when it came time to pet the animals. Even though Randi has been through brain surgery for a tumor and the long recovery, nothing could spoil her delight with being close to the critters. Wooley the Sheep. Fast Fred the Rabbit. Tex the Horse, and Bullie the Calf As Farmer John brought each animal on stage, he recruited volunteers from the audience to help with the presentation Farmer John uses a pretend X-ray machine to show the McFall kids that cows have four stomachs. Gar Allison helped by switching the "on" lever. One kindergartner even kissed the pig* Once the program was finished, the kids were delighted to have the chance to go behind the stage to get a closer look at the criddcrs and pct them, too Serving our Country Matthew' B. Harrison Air Force Airman Matthcu B Harrison has graduated from Air Foret basic training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio During the six weeks of training the airman studied the Air Force mission, orgamza tion and customs and received special training m human relations In addition, airmen who complete basic training earn credits toward an associate degree through the Communi ty College of the Air Force. Harrison is the son of Mr and Mrs Brian F Harrison of 7240 68th S.E.. Caledonia �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml / February 22. 1994 / Page 9 | From Our Readers Why give raise to department sup’t? To the editor: his evaluation was “only ever have to pay almost three years Am I missing something on so slightly higher than last of my school tex just to cover your article on the resignation year" and he turned his his one year raise It’s no of our superintendent or resignation m before the wonder taxpayers are fed up I think if the roles were board voted. I fail to see the what? Just about everything that justification in voting to give reversed I'd be laughing all T.K.'s school board did in him a 3.3 percent salary in­ the way to the bank And you can bet if I didn't get a 3.3 reference to Garrett s retire­ crease $2,474.00 for what’ With all the problems facing percent increase I’d do mem goes against everything I funds are given for estimated those funds As a designated something really drastic, like fund, the township can onlyeducation, and especially with was ever taught about annual repairs and should be spend that money on the school finances so up in the air resign operating a business. The only used up as they are received So 1 hope our school board positive thing they did do was at this time, it seems to me With this money, you could Caledonia sewer district for repairs or to pay off debt. to unanimously accept his that that much money could considers the taxpayers tn the bring the local village streets. future. I hope the public con­ 3. The general fund balance resignation have been used more wisely Short, Terrace. Mill and siders the school board and I There are many reasons to How many books would it buy Vine, up to standards or coor­ of $259.486 11 could be hope Mr. Garrett enjoys his give someone a raise, like or how much equipment ’ dinate with the township and handled in several different retirement ways As a taxpayer, who pays saying “Gee. you're doing a the county to pave 100th Nikki Miller The township could con­ $861 per year in school texes I good job." or "Please don't Street. All you would need to Middleville sider it as a “dowry " to ac­ leave, we need you." Since do is obligate the money cept from the village without before it reverts to the future tax assessments At township or county A better idea, though would current interest rates, this be to explore the possibility of would cover the township's 4 percent budget shortfall from the funds reverting to the township The township could the merger ($35,000) for about a decade then use the $ 110.200 against The township also could ac­ the countys' 55/45 matching cept the funds with an road fun The county would understanding it would only then have to put up $90.146 in be used in the former area of funds against the $110,200 The village money then could the village. The best idea though, is to repair $200,325 worth of new have the Village Council, roads in the township and prior to it being disbanded, to village With $200,325. you “rebate" the remaining funds could repair ail the village roads and two miles of back to the property owners. This could be done based on a township roads, assuming a pro-rated share of the owners' standard $45,000 per mile propertv value to the total Even if this money reverts In to the County Road Commis­ SEV for the village essence, just give the 19 mon­ sion. they are still expected ths of unused property taxes use Act 51 money in the village area The county at­ back to residents before you shut off the lights torneys are exploring these Regarding these funds, the different possibilities "Parable of the 2. The sewer fund balance biblical Talents" comes to mind. The of $210,276 84 does not program response to the ques­ belong to the village. It tion is really, “Why didn't belongs to those residents and The Middleville Villoge Hall is getting a new look os gray vinyl siding covers-up you use the money*’" businesses in the village and Frederick R. Fleischmann the pink paint. The Council decided to go the route of the siding in order to put a township that are part of the Treasurer. Consolidate stop to the constant problem of severe peeling and flaking on the outside of the Caledonia Sewer District The Caledonia Committee village is only the custodian of building. There are places village tax money could go Dear editor: Caledonia V illage Treasurer Jay Shook's letter rhetorically asked. “Where will your tax dollars go?" if the governments are merged It seems the village has $579,942.61 in surplus funds that are awaiting a “rainy day." To put this into perspective, this would be three years and seven months worth of properly tax collections Much of this money is due to the village taking in 30 per­ cent more in property taxes each year for the past 10 years than it is capable of spending Excessive taxation is had enough, but this is taxing for taxation's sake Suggestions for handling these funds after the merger arc as billows I. The major and local street fund balance totaling $110.179 66 is Public Act 51 Road Fund money and should be used as intended Road Phone 795-3345 for Sun & News Action Ads! Village Hall goes gray CALEDONIA SPIKERS, continued from Page 19— fourth. Iast year the team had two medalist and one win in the OK Gold. This season the Scots were 14-3 overall and 5-1 in the OK Gold with the only loss coming at the hands of Cedar Springs. Coach Jim Maxim said the team did very well this year and looks stronger for next year because he will be los­ ing only two seniors -- Love and Brian Hanna. "Love will be replaced by his back up Tim Stoper, who had a 7-7 record at varsity level and Hanna will be re­ placed by Chris Vandermeer who also had a winning record at varsity," Maxim said. "We'll be losing two good wrestlers and getting two great wrestlers." Love finished the season with an individual record of 20-14 and Hanna was 19-16. The Scots lost to Lowell in the team districts, Wednes­ day, after defeating No. 10 state-ranked Lakewood in the first round. Winning by pin were Trudeau at 1:18, Haywood at 3:10, Love at 1:48, Sinclair at 2:54 and Sinclair at 1:28. Stauffer, Draft, Josh Hay­ wood (135) and Simmons all won by decision. Keeping composure was key to TK spikers’ 3 recent wins Some teams begin to fall apart when the ball doesn't fall well or the ref makes a few calls that may seem questionable, or a few mistakes cause the score to kxik threatening. It's overcoming these diffi­ culties that puts a win in the scorebook For the Middleville varsity volleyball team, several in­ stances last week, according to coach Cindy Middlebush, the team could have let poorly executed plays and miscues effect the outcome of the matches "It didn't. The girls never lost their composure." Middlebush said. ‘When it came down to crunch time, the girls played very well " The Lady Trojans defeated a trio of schools, starting with Tri-Unity last Monday. 15-7. 15-8, followed up by Belding 15-1, 16-14, Wednesday, and Godwin 15-6, 15-12 on Thursday. The three wins sets the TK girls up with a 21-2-5 overall record and a perfect 5-0 record in the OK Blue. Against Tri-Unity, Carla Ploeg. who recently signed on for a full-ride volleyball scholarship at Central Michigan University, had 11 kills to lead the team She was also 27 for 27 in passing from the back row to the front line setters. Jaime Strater had 14 assists in the game and No. 1 server, junior Becky Holwerda. had five aces Middlebush said the win over Belding w as a big one in that the Lady Redskins are a goal team this year "We dominated the first game (15-1) and in the second Belding came back with a well-rounded attack They were able to he it at 14-14," she said Bui our team never lost iu composure * Ploeg led the team with 15 kills, Strater had 20 assists and Holwerda and Amy Missad had a pair of aces. In O-K Blue action, the Lady Trojans downed the previously undefeated Godwin team in two sets. Ploeg had eight kills and Strater aided with 14 assists. Middlebush said Metta Bednck. who had one ace, gave the Lady Wolverines fits w ith her left-handed serves. ‘Metta is alw ays in the rota­ tion. She goes in for Strater when it is ume to serve, be­ cause she hits the ball with her left hand The ball floats and spins and moves side to side which makes it hard to return." Middlebush said. ‘She doesnt always get in the limelight, but she is a key passer from the back row." Middlebush said with the team playing as it has over the past few weeks the chances are getting better for the team winning the conference. The final home game for the spikers will be Wednesday against Byron Center. Scot Kyte Paalman (130) had a pin over Hudsonville In 21 seconds in the final conference meet for Caledonia (Photo by Laura Love) Caledonia's Josh Haywood (135) had a 16-1 major decision over Corey Bennett of Kenowa Hitts in the conference meet for the Scots (Photo by Laura Love) �Page 10 I The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I February 22, 1994 Dutton Christian circle sponsors arts, crafts show The Dutton Christian Circle is sponsoring its third annual "Blossoms of Spring“ juried arts and crafts show from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m on March 12 at the Dutton Christian Middle School The 40 exhibitors invited to this year's show will be sell­ ing a wide variety of crafts, from feed-sack fashions to floral arrangements Clothing items on sale will range from wearable art to garments for that favorite Barbi doll Gift baskets filled with sup­ plies for the new baby, "lots of wood items." and even custom filled baskets will available A bcxXh just for kids will feature be-nbboned visors. flip-flops and finger puppets The School Circle will have its own table of crafts to sell including painted video anc CD storage boxes, painted flower pots and even teflonlined curling iron pouches The alwass pofwlar bake sale will be held at the show again this year, and lunch also will be available On the menu will be soup, ham or turkey sandwiches, hot dogs and, for the early birds, sweet rolls and coffee All proceeds from the show will be used for general educational needs at Dutton Christian Middle and Elemen­ tary Schools Admission is 50 cents for adults, with children 12 years nf aee and under admitted free Anyone with questions about the show should cxH the school at 098-8660 Dutton Christian Middle .<■ -»r 6729 Han- na Lake Road, just north of 68th Street. FREE Market Analysis How much is your home worth? Thinking of selling or buying? Call me for a free market analysis. You may not know me by name or by company, but many of your friends and neighbors do! KEVIN M EATON, ni JIB *ir •J l » ♦ The Dutton Christian School Circle is sponsoring its Third Annual Juried Arts and Crafts Show on Sat., March 12. Displaying some of the varied items to be on sale are Carly Bykerk (left) and Circle members Karen Roodvoets, Chris Bilando and Vicki Vanderlugt. Sale proceeds will benefit the Dutton Christian Schools. Page 5th-grader hopes to join Geography Bee GM, CRS BA: Marketing, MSU I I Serving Gun Lake Mtddl+vill* Wayland Caledonia 4 Dalton \ I Office: 1-800-241-5253 Home: (616) 795-7274 by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Eric Cuneo, a fifth-grader at Page Elementary , should hear soon if he is to advance to the state level competition in the sixth annual National SATURMV, MARCH Sih VCR CLEANING US FREE ESTIMATES ON REPAIRS Tune up your TtX, 1 1 :OO AM Eric Cuneo (right) took first place in the Page Elementary National Geographic Geography Bee. He was challenged by second place Abby LaVoie (left) and Kyle McKeown. Geography Bee. School finals for this con- Synopsi« YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP Regular Board Meeting ^MOVIES • GAMES^ VCR SERVICE 4695 N. Middleville Rd. (M-37) Middleville • 795-2225 (Across from Pastoor’s) Hours: Fri. & Sat. 11 am -10 pm; Sun. - Thurs. 11 am - 9 pm February 10. 1994 Meeting called to order at 7 30 by Supervisor London All members and 14 visitors present Minutes of Jan 13 and fmon c»ol report of Jon 31 approved Vonden Berg request tabled Public hearing on C-Tec rote schedule No oction taken Public hearing on Willson Dr special assessment district Motion passed to proceed with pions for improvement Assessor s contract renewed for another year New fee schedule adopted for planning commission Fire contract with Thornoppie Twp tabled for further research Bills approved for payment Meeting adtourned at 9 55 pm. Harvey E Vander Bee Clerk *_________________ (105) Looking for Exfra Cash? — Cal! — 945-9554 Sell anything FAST! test, sponsored by National Geographic WORLD and Amtrak, took place in mid January at the Middleville sch<x)l Eric took a written test to determine if he will advance to the state competition, scheduled for April 8. Page teacher Dave Hyde administered the sch<x>l com­ petition in which Eric edged out the next runner-up, fifth grader Abby LaVoie COUPON Superior Mix BIRD FEED 10% OFF . WITH COUPON I !■ ; g 25 lb or 50 lb bags Coupon good thru Saturday, Feb. 26,1994 Caledonia Farmers Elevator 136 E. Main Street — Caledonia 891-8108 Open 6 Days a Week ▼ COUPON ▼ �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I February 22. 1994 I Page 11 Thornapple Kellogg honor roll named Counselor Corner Middle School child guide for parents By Bernie Weller You are a parent of a child aged 11 through 14. it is likely that both you and your child are finding life unusually stressful now. Preadolescence is a time of tremendous physical and emotional upheavals The better parents understand what their child is trying to cope with, the more stressful their efforts will be to help him or her through this period of instability and change A child’s most rapid phy sical growth occurs at 12 to 14 years of age As a result, the child can be awkward and clumsy. may need more sleep than before (nine hours a night is the minimum) and may be subject to more colds and minor ailments Biologically the child is grow ing and changing and is at the mercy of strong hormonal surges Beginning sometimes m the 6th grade for girls and often significantly later for boys, the body begins the process which will result in a sexually mature individual It is not a smooth road! The child may exhibit any. or call of the following sy mptoms: extreme self-conscnxisnexs and/or timidity; low self-esteem; periods of day-dreaming or listlessness; fatigue; tremendous emotional insecurity, erratic behavior; irresponsibility, insatiable need for adult approval, but on his own terms, lack of concern for personal hygiene SORE FEET / ANKLES? Assignment Accepted! Medicare, B.C.B.S., PPO. HMO Diabetics • Adult & Children Foot Problems KENT PODIATRY ;• / J Terrence J. Emiley, D.P.M. 612 Main Street in Caledonia • Call...891-9133 Abe Lincoln visits Marge Slocums class at McFall For a short time last week, students in Marge Slocum's room visited with someone who looks just like the 16th President of the United States, Abe Lincoln. Gerald Bestrom of Middleville portrays Mr. Lincoln all over the country, and after his visit to Kelley. Daniel Kenyon, Angela Kuhtic Abigail Labin. Melissa Landman. Jared Novak. Thaddeus Otto. Katie Polhemus. Lance Robertson. Trevor Schut. Samantha Sher man, Adam Smith. Brian Syswerda. Tim Syswerda. Ryan Tasma, Jessica Vanaman. Dwight Wade. Raechelle Walker. Joshua Welton. Chanda Wenger. Kelly Williams. 9th Grade A/A- — Jolene Batdorff. Nathanael Brady. Steven Dood. Curt Martin. Robert Mosey. Isaura Reed. Tracy Schondelmayer, Johnna Yoder. Emily Zuidersma. Honor Roll — Melody Allore. Kimberly Bedford, Dawne Bell. Sarah Bishop. Misty Blain. Aaron Brill. Tami Bruin. Mandy Chavis. Michael Cramer. Jeremy Doornbos. Kevin Doyle, Robert Evans. Dean Laansma. Andre Leboeuf. David Liu. Carrie Moma. Daniel Noffke, Kimberly Rauschenberger. Angela Rider. Katherine Rodnguez. Tara Schweitzer. Matthew Send. Monica Verkerke. Heather Welsh. Heather West. Joshua Woods, Jaclyn Zoemer Honorable Mention — Richard Basarabski. Jacob Blough. Justin E>eBoode. Brian Endre». Joshua England. Amber Frost. Starr Garbow, Mary Hesseltme. Pamela Jamison. Keri Jeunnk. Audrev Kiel. Monica KuhtK. Allison Levert. Sage Lucas. Andrew Mathias. Jer. nifer Mau son. Christina Melk). Jada Middleton. Lucas Middleton Tybeanous Myers, Keith Nelson. Devin O Dell, Wan­ da Pennington Rancane Poll. Lua Posiema. Alanc Reins letn. Ryan Rjtsenu. Megan Roon. Jennifer Seifert. Amy Smith. Joshua Steorts. Elizabeth Stevens. Amanda Stutzman. Paula Sweeney. Ryan Taggart. Tanya Vander woude. Enca Walker. Kaye Weaver. Stephanie Zehr McFall is going to Tennessee to talk to school children there. Here, he poses for a photo with teacher Marge Slocum and the rest of the first grade class. FREE LOT RENT • FREE LOT RENT • FREE LOT RENT I The lights are on — and no one is home! BUT THIS COULD BE YOUR HOME Electricity and heat are on and this home is ready for immediate possession. 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Ml / February 22. 1994 Page class meets problem solving challenge AREA LUNCH MENUS by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer World-class inventors they’re not. but, fifth graders in Curt Wissink's class at Page" Elementary are getting practice at being creative Wisstnk gives his students a special project about once each month They plan in class, and then take the project plan home to build over a twoto three week period One of the recent projects hi* class completed was cars powered by air made out of two-liter pop bottles Wissink used this with a unit on inventing and problem solving. “The kids came up with several ideas for propelling their cars." he said "The ob­ ject was to get the car* moving across the room as far as they could " By working at home, the kids also could get their families involved. Thornappte Kellogg School All of the fifth-grade students in Curt Wissink's class at Page proudly display Thornapple Kellogg their pop-bottle car inventions. Wednesday. Feb. 23 Pancake sausage on a stick, orange juice, milk Thursday . Feb. 24 Oatmeal, brown sugar, raisins, orange juice, milk Friday . Feb. 25 Cinnamon roll, orange juice, milk Monday. Feb. 28 Cold cereal, cinnamon toast, orange juice, milk The Grand Rapids Press is looking for a ... MOTOR ROUTE DRIVER ...for a small route. Service area is Cherry Valley Road, Gackler, Finkbeiner and Garbow Rds. For more information please call... Caledonia Community High/Middle Schools Wednesday. Feb. 23 Nacho supreme, com or french fries, fruit choice, milk Thursday. Feb. 24 Chicken patty w/bun, green beans or french fries, fruit choice, milk Friday, Feb. 25 Ham/cheese pita peas, or french fries, fruit choice, milk. Monday, Feb. 28 Burrito, com, or french fries, fruit choice, milk 1-800-878-1411 ...and ask for Karen Echtinaw HELP WANTED FACTORY WORK • AVAILABLE • • ASSEMBLY • PLASTIC INJECTION • MACHINE OPERATORS Trim Press. Punch Press, Spot Weld, Etc. • STACKING/INSPECT PARTS • WAREHOUSE/PACKAGING Many new openings daily! Most are very long term with good potential for hire. Overtime may be required Job sites near the Kent County Airport, by US-131 and 36th St and in South Grand Rapids SOM Bring in this ad for a *20.00 Bonus ZU on your first paycheck for 40 hours BONUS (or more) issued by April 1, 1994 App/y >11 a m of 1-130 pm Weekdays tntti 2 Pieces ot ID 507 36th St., S.E. Grand Rapids (about 1 mile East of U.S. 131) Wednesday. Feb. 23 Hamburger/bun. pickle slices, potato rounds. apple cnsp M.S salad bar Thursday. Feb. 24 Turkey fajita on soft shell, refned beans, pineapple Friday. Feb. 25 Pizza or Fishwich. cole slaw or >weet potatoes, fresh fruit. Monday. Feb. 28 Burrito cheese, green beans, applesauce No lunch at H S NOTE: Whole or iowfat milk offered each day Alt. menu at El. Monday, hot dog; Tues­ day. turkey sandwich. Wednesday, salad bar; Thurs­ day. hamburger; Friday, fishwich Variety of sandwiches and salads at High School and Middle Caledonia Community Schools High/Middle Meal Deal Menu Fifth-groder Danielle Hoskins designed her popbotlle car to fake off on a track when a mallet gave it a push. TK jayvee eagers got to 10*4 The Middleville jayvee basketball team raised it’s record to KM last week with the defeat of two conference foes. The Trojans hosted Wyom­ ing Lee Tuesday and jumped off to a quick 30-16 first half lead With 50 percent shooting and control of the boards the home team went on to win 72-34. Jerry Postma led the team with 21 points and 12 re­ bounds while shooting 90 per­ cent from the field Greg Kotrba had a strong game with 15 points Dwight Wade put in 12 points and See Jayvee capers. Page 15 Wednesday. Feb. 23 Chinese bar, egg roll. Vita Pup. milk. Thursday, Feb. 24 Chicken Fajita, french fries. Vita Pup. milk Friday , Feb. 25 Itza pizza, french fries. Vita Pup, milk, potato bar Monday. Feb. 28 BYO double cheeseburger/bun. french fries. Vita Pup. milk. Caledonia Community Schools Kettle l^tke Lunch Menu Wednesday. Feb. 23 Nacho supreme, food bar. milk Thursday. Feb. 24 Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes w/gravy. food bar. roll. milk. Friday. Feb. 25 Ravioli w meat sauce, soft pretzel, food bar. milk Monday. Feb. 28 Bumto. food bar. Vita Pup. milk FOOD BAR Salad bar. fruits, veg.. PBAJ sandwich, milk. Caledonia Community Schools Elementary Lunch Menu Wednesday. Feb. 23 Nacho supreme, food bar. milk Thursday. Feb. 24 Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes w gravy, food bar. roll, milk. Friday. Feb. 25 Ravioli w/meat sauce, soft pretzel, food bar. milk Monday. Feb. 28 Burrito, food bar. Vita Pup. milk Correction — Headlines for two letters to the editor inadvertently were switched in last week s edition of the Sun & News The headline over the letter from David Quillan should have read "Should we vote as political rivalries?" and the headline for the letter by David Williams should have read "Consolidate Caledonia to save money Quillan contends that he is not necessarily involved with the Consolidate Caledonia group Ten Year Level Term Life Insurance: LowCost Peace Of Mind len Year Level tam Me insurance from AutoOwners a designed to grve you peace ot mmd without putting a financial burden on your UmWy mom bers or business partners Cal us far al the dews and special tow rales Caledonia Community Schools Dutton and Dutton Christian Lunch Menu Wednesday, Feb. 23 Nacho supreme, peas, pears, milk. Thursday, Feb. 24 Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes w/gravy, peaches, roll. milk. Friday, Feb. 25 Ravioli w/meat sauce, soft pretzel, green beans, orange, milk Munday, Feb. 28 Bumto. green beans. Vita Pup. milk Caledonia Community Schools Kettle 1-ake Breakfast Menu Wednesday, Feb. 23 Bagel * topping. juice or fruit, milk Thursday, Feb. 24 Pancake/sausage on a stick, juice or fruit, milk Friday, Feb. 25 Pop tart, wring cheese, juice or fruit, milk Monday, Feb. 28 Assorted cereal, juice or fruit, milk. J.L. Schwartz Insurance Agency "Our Policy is Service" A97 Arlington St. (M-37) Middleville, Ml 49333 Cali: 795-3302 or 891-8208 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / February 22, 1994 / Page 13 Caledonia Township approves rezoning for mobile home park bv Barbara Gall ' Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Board-last week approved 4-2 a rezoning request that will allow the construction of a mobile home park on 76<h Street Planned unit development (PUD) rczomng for the park was recommended for ap­ proval by the Township Plan­ ning Commission, and the Township Board supported that recommendation Wednesday after its required second reading of the new ordinance Before the vote, however, board members did discuss tbeir concern* about the 255 unit park, to be con strutted on 70 acres between Kraft and Patterson Avenues Township Supervisor Tom Garbow said be was concern cd about the effect of the park on neighboring well*, but Larry Wilson, engineer for the project, said the three wells for the park must be either in a ‘protected’ aquifer or in an adequate isolation area The Country Meadows Village mobile home park developers will probably have to go at least V)0 feet to a pro­ tected aquifer. Wilson said, pointing out that this will be deeper than household wells. Wilson also reassured the board that monitoring wells at the park will determine whether the park s wells are at fault should any neighboring well go dry Trustee Steve Gould raised the issue of whether the park will provide a tax base suffi­ cient to cover township ser­ vice* and the impact on the Caledonia schools “No hard numbers have been presented." he said Kurt Hassberger. attorney for the Country Meadow s pro jed said that until the March 15 special election on school tax reform, the “numbers” are up in the air He agreed that there is still a gap between what mobile home owners pay and what the owners of “stick-buih” homes pay in taxes, but be said the ballot proposal would at least narrow that gap He said the mobile home park developer pays about $8,000 in stale equalized valuation per site Under the ballot proposal, those sites would not be eligible as homesteads, and therefore would be taxed at the higher rale of 24 mills. Mobile home sales also are subject to sales tax. and the proposed increase in the sales tax also would provide more taxes, even though only for a “one-time” shot Hassberger said that statistically, mobile home parks have fewer school-aged children than developments of stick-built homes. VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE MIDDLEVILLE VILLAGE CODE OF 1980 (AS AMENDED). BY THE ADDITION OF CHAPTER 19. TO REGULATE AND CONTROL THE OPERATION AND SALE OF SNOWMOBILES WITHIN THE VILLAGE LIMITS OF MIDDLEVILLE. MICHIGAN. THE VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE ORDAINS met th* MOdtevi** Vtetge Cod* ol I960 t*» amended). b* here­ by amended by the addrt»n ol Oepter 19. as toaows Sec 19.101 Definition* , .. The totowng words. terms and phrases, when used n »w artxda. shell have the maanmg ascribed to them at toa section except where to* context deoriy mdcates adherent moerxng _ _ ___ (a) Hgr way or sreef means toe ante* wtoth between the boundary torn ol every way pubteN meWamod when any part toeroof «s opened to use of too puttee tor purposes ol vohettor travel (b) Operate -eans to ride n or on and be m octuef physrcai conW ol too eporakon of snowmclyto (c) Operator means any person who operates or a n actual physacai corteoi of a sncwmctxte (d) Own*’ means any of the toilowing 1. A person who holds too legal Me toe snowmcMe ~____ 2 A vendee or lessee of a snowmobk* which a toe subtect ol an agreement tor too condaonw sate or tease toereof wrth the nght of purchase upon performance of toe condrtiona steted m too agreement and wito an mand­ ate nght of possession vested r toe condteonof vendee or lessee 3 A person renting a snowmob** or having the oxcius-ve ueo of a snewmeto** tor more then tooty (30) days (e) RtghhoAweymeansttatportonofaNghwey less the roodway and any shoOder (f) Roedwey means that portion of a highway improved, desgneted. or on*nan»y used tor vehcUar travel (g) Shoulder moons toot portion of a highway on erthor side ol too roadway whch a normety snowplowed tor toe safety and convenience of voheuter traffc Sec. 19.102. Compliance. No snowmoexte shall be operated wrtNn the Vteage untoes too owner toereof has compkod w*to and to conform to too provisions of Act NO 74 of toe Puttee Acts of Mchxjan of 1968 (MCL 297 1301 el soq. MSA 9 3200(1) et seq ). as amended, providing tor the registration and regulation of jnowmcWoa Sec. 19.103. Dealer registered snowmobites. Any snowmobile doater. or any other person, testing, ronhng. leasing or n any other way using a dealer rega­ ined snowmobile or registration number shot be subject to al the provision* of IN* arScte See Mobile home park. Page 14 Sec 19.104. Rental, tease or furnishing A deater shaft maintain m sale operating condition all snowmobtes ranted, teased or furnished by Nm The dealer, ha agents or employees. sheM explain toe operation of the snowmob** being rented, to—4 or tomahed and if such deater. Ns agent or employee bokevee the person to whom the snowmebke a to be »anted, teased or Summary of Regular meeting Minutes for the CALEDONIA VILLAGE COUNCIL February 14. 1994 Rrevnl Anteckl, Berencst. Er skine. Kidder Soules Klover Shook and Cherry Absent Moerland Several guest* were also present Rubik hearing lor the odop tion of Budget* wo» rolled to order Budget* lor General Fund Sewer Fund AAa|or Street Fund and local Street Fund were adopted a* printed Rubin hear Ing closed and Regular meeting was tolled to order Minute* and financial *tote menf were accepted. Bill* of the month were approved for pay ment except for bill to Cobb Company. Approval was given lor Rodger* to attend two seminar*, one in March and one In April. IMS reported two building two electrical and one mechanical permit* issued for December and January. Erskine was reappointed Street Administrator. Public Hearing for the Basic Coble TV Service Rotes Resolu tion was called to order at 7 30. Resolution presented by Berenc *1. seconded by Soule* to extend the time period for considera­ tion of proposed basic cable television service rotes Aye* all Resolution adopted Public hearing dosed and regular meeting resumed. Planning Commission recom­ mendations were heard and discussed Motion by Soules seconded by An tech i to accept recommendation to rexone Lar mg Elevator property from R 2 to Cl Carried Erskine abstain ed becovte of his involvement with the Elevator Motion by Kid­ der, seconded by Berencsi to ac­ cept the recommendation ol the Planning Commission to grant a Special Land Use for the con­ struction and operation of cer­ tain improvements to the Village Wastewater Treatment facility. Carried. Motion by Berencsi. seconded by Kidder to accept the low bid of Fischer and Son for sewer work on Johnson Street Carried. Motion by Erskine, seconded by Soules to participate in the Mutual Aid Emergency Response Program Carried Cable Franchise money was discussed. Council would like an accounting of the funds that hove already been given to the local cable committee A Resolution to approve the Amended and Restated Sewage Disposal System Contract was presented by Kidder seconded by Erskine and adopted by Council Special Assessment Resolu­ tion No 1 to provide sewer for Glen Volley Estate* and set up special assessment district for Glen Valley Estates was presented by Erskine, seconded by Kidder, than adopted by Council. Other items discussed were Utility plans for Glen Valley Estates, confined entry seminar that was attended by Rodger* Aqua-Aerobic seminar on March 8 and 9; Mayor Exchange, underground tanks portable signs, and tree planting. A Special Meeting is set for March 7 Meeting was adjourned at 9 45 Jacqueline Cherry Village Clerk (102) furnished a not competent to operate such snowmobile wito competency to Nmsolt and to the safety of others, ho shall refuse to rent tease or furnish toe same Sec. 19.105. Operation on city streets (a) No person may operate a snowmobile on a Village street 1. At a rate ol speed greater than is reasonable and proper, having duo regard tor condteon* toon existing, and to no event r> excess of ten (10) miles per hour. 2. White under th* influence of intoxicating liquor or nercotc drugs, barbital or any derivator* of bertxtal. 3. Upon private property not owned by the operator without having hr»t obtained the consent of the property owner involved. __ 4. Upon any sidewalk, alley, public park, cemetery, or any established recreational area unt^s spec.fcelfy dea grated for the operation of snowmobiles by the Village council; 5 With more than (1) passenger on a snowmobile. 6 Unless it is equipped with a muffler in good working order and in constant operation and untea* it meets the roquxomonts sot forth to Section 15(1) of Act No. 178 of toe Public Acte of Mchgan of 1971 (MCI 237 1913(0. MSA 9.3200(15) (0). as amended, 7 unless such snowmobile shall have at least one (1) headlight and one (t) tedhght turned on at all hmea dul mg operation; 8 Unless such snowmobile has adequate brakes capable ol producing deceterabon at fourteen (14) feet per second on level ground at twenty (20) miles per hour. 9 to careless or negligent manner kkely to endanger any person or property. 10 Except between the hours of 8:00 a m. and 10 00 p.m. on Sunday through Thursday and between th* hour* of 8:00 a m. on Friday until 1:00 a m. on Saturday and between 8:00 a m Saturday until 1 00 a m Sunday 11 Only with on* (1) operator and up to one (1) passenger (b) Any person operating a snowmobile on a Village street shell: 1 Com* to a complete stop at all intersections; 2. Operate such snowmobile as close to th* nght edge of that portion of the street which a norma»y snow­ piowed for the safety and convenience of vehicular traffic. 3. Obey aR traffic signals, signs and control devices; 4 Yield the right-of-way to all vehicular traffic; 5 Cross any street only at a street intersection and only at right anglea Sec. 19.106. Operators under 12. A parent or legal guardian shall not p*rmrt a child who a under th* ag* of 12 years and a ch4d under th* ag* ol 10 years shall not operate a snowmobile wrtNn to* Village unless operated entxefy upon the property of said (wont or legal guardian Section 19.107. Operation by p*r»ona 12 to 19 year* of ag* A person who a 12 to 16 years of age may operate a snowmobile rf any one (!) of the following roqmromente a met (a) He or she is under th* dr*ct supervision of a person who a not less than eighteen (18) years of age NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING TO THE RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS OF YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP, BARRY CO., MICHIGAN AND OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS: (b) He or she has in h« or her immediate possession a snowmobile safety certificate issued Io him or her (c) He or she a on land owned or under the control ol ha or her parent or la jal guardan Sec. 19.108. Restricted Operetion. Snowmobiles may be operated upon unimproved or vacant private prope-iy o< five (5) acre* or mor* m taa between the hours of 10:00 a.m and 6 00 p m., provided, however, that such v*hcte* shall not be operated wrtNn two hundred (200) feet of a property tone of any adjacent occupied residential property Except tor purpoaoa of mgress/egress to pubic property, snowmobiles shall not be operated on private property of less than 1me (5) acre* r size Sec. 19.109. Accidents. Th* operator of a snowmoWe involved m an accident resulting n injury to or death of any person, or property damage in an estimated amount of on* hundred dollars ($100 00) or more, shall report such njury or damage mmedteteiy to the poke* department of th* Vitege. a state poke* officer or too sheriffs dopertonerrt of too county Sec. 19.110. Lability (a) The owner of a snowmobile shall bo tabte tor any njury or damage occeawned by the negligent operation of such snowmotxte whettw such negkgenco consats of a wotefcon of the provwona of tore article, too statute* of tote state or m th* failure te observe such ordinary car* m such operation as th* rule* of tn* common taw r*qurf* (b) Th* owner shell not bo habio. however uniee* too snowmoMo a bocig driven with Ne expreM or impUod consent or knowledge It shai> be presumed that such snowmob** a being driven wrth the knowtedg* and coraeol PLEASE TAKE NOTICE the Yankee Springs Township Board will hold a special meeting Thursday, February 24, 1994, at 7:30 p.m. at the Township Hall, 284 N. Briggs Road, Middleville, Ml 49333, to review a new Form 393 received from C-Tec Cable Systems of Michigan, Inc. Material pertaining to the above subject may be examined at the Township Hall during regular office hours. Yankee Springs Township will provide necessary reasonble auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed matenal being considered at the hearing upon five (5) days notice to the Yankee Springs Township Clerk. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Yankee Springs Township Clerk by writing or calling the Clerk at the address or telephone number listed herein. of toe owner f 1 a driven at the ten* of too mjury or damage by toe owner*’ lather, motoor. brother, safer, eon. daughter, or other rrmedate tem^y memtie' See. 19.111. impoundment. Any snowmoo** operated witom th* VBeg* contrary to to* provaiCM of ttas arteto may be impounded by to* oepartment pontong Nai adjudicator of toe case, provided however met such anowmc— shaft be ratoesed to to* owner tnereof upon payment by toe owner of ail cnarges reared m ta teang. iranaportmg and storage at toe snowmu&ie and toe teng with too poke* departmont of a bond n toe emextot of on* hundred doRars ($100 00) condaoned upon the owrw paying any 6n* and/or co«t toat may be »*m*wo agamat Nm or toe operator anwng out of any charge mao* agacst such owner or operator utoer tN* artete Sec 19.112. Viotetoona; evidence. in a praceedeig tor a v— al Vaa aracte mvoMng proNbeed operatex or conduct, too 'egatratcc numtar or, , mowmotxie she# oonefttote prm* faca endonco tool too owner ot too snowmob** «s* the person operatng tn* snowmottee at toe tone of toe often** Sec. 19.111 Violation*. mi*dem**nor A wotebon hs artese sha* b* a mxsdomevior. punaht— by a fine up to $500 00 and/or mproonment m toe county jart ol up id ninety (90) days Sec. 19.114. Ettectre* Del* Tha Ordnance as adc—d shal bo eflec— upon txltkeatton CERTIFICATION We Cneryi -xjecer and Lon Myws Viteg* CW« and Vftage ^**xler< respectmeiy tor the Vttago of Mrtdte-r-a* hereby certey tart too torogorg am—meet to m* MMAevteo VRogo Cod* (i960) waa adopted at a regular meetr^of tw VdtegoGxxioiof toe V-tegeof SAdr*evB*onm*8thdey of Ftexuory 1W4 Ayes Bray, french. Mu^rdge. Okvw Scheknger, and VandenBerg Nays. None Harvey E. Vander Bee, Clerk Telephone 795-9091 Absent None Lon Myers. P»**<tent Cheryl Hooper Ctark <101) �Page 14 I The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml / February 22. 1994 Caledonia Village Council sets March 7 special meeting The Caledonia Village Council last week agreed to hold i special meeting at 7 p.m. Monday. March 7, to discuss several issues ncx covered at its regular meeting Feb 14. The council will hold a public hearing on a proposed special assessment district for the sewer system in the new Glen Valley Estates develop YANKEE SPRINGS TWR BOARD OF REVIEW MEETS MONDAY, MARCH 14 8:00 a m. to Noon and 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. TUESDAY, MARCH 15 8:00 a.m. to Noon and 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 16 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. All hours are by appointment only (795-9091). Please bring documenta­ tion with you to support your con­ tention of value. Appeals by mail must be postmarked by March 16,1994. aoo) mem. to be constructed on the north end of the village According to a proposed agreement with Glen Valley developer Jerry Baker. S423.000 will be bonded by Kent County to pay for the majority of the hookup fees for Glen Valley residents and businesses The bonds will be paid off by the users in the Glen Valley special assessment district Also to be discussed will be financing for the village s por­ tion of the joint w ater project with the Caledonia Communi­ ty Schools and Glen Valley Estates In addition, the council plans to act on the March bills and discuss the Uniform Traf­ fic Code of 1981 In 1875. a group of Ger­ man archaeologists dis­ covered the ruins of the original Olympic stadium in Greece NO. 94-1 AN ORDINANCE to amend Ordinance No. 73-2, Ordinance No. 73-3, and Ordinance No. 73-4 of the Charter Township of Caledonia THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS. Section 1. Section 3 of Ordinance No. 73-2, an ordinance to prohibit disorderly conduct and other miscellaneous offenses, is hereby amend­ ed so as to read in its entirety as follows: “Section 3. Penalty. Any person, firm or corporation who shall violate any of the provi­ sions of this Ordinance shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon con­ viction, shall be punished by a fine of not more than $500 and the cost of prosecution, or shall be imprisoned in the Kent County Jail for not more than 90 days, or both, such fine and imprisonment to be In the discretion of the court. Each day during which any violation continues shall be deemed a separate offense. The Township attorney is authoriz­ ed to prosecute such violation. In addition, the Township Board, the attorney for the Township or the prosecuting attorney for Kent County may institute injunction, mandamus, abatement or any other appropriate action or proceeding to prevent, enjoin, abate or remove any violation of this Ordinance. The rights and remedies provided herein are cumulative and are in addition to all remedies provided by law.” Section 2. Section 3 of Ordinance No. 73-3, an ordinance to prevent, reduce or eliminate blight within the Township, and to secure the public health, safety and general welfare by prohibiting the accumulation of trash and junk other than in sanitary landfills or licensed junk yards, Is hereby amended so as to read in its entirety as follows: “Section 3. Penalty. Any person, firm or corporation who shall violate any of the provi­ sions of this Ordinance shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon con­ viction, shall be punished by a fine of not more than $500 and the cost of prosecution, or shall be imprisoned in the Kent County Jail for not more than 90 days, or both, such fine and imprisonment to be in the discretion of the court. Each day during which any violation continues shall be deemed a separate offense. The Township attorney is authoriz­ ed to prosecute such violation. In addition, the Township Board, the attorney for the Township or the prosecuting attorney for Kent county may institute injunction, mandamus, abatement or any other appropriate action or proceeding to prevent, enjoin, abate or remove any violation of this Ordinance. The rights and remedies provided herein are cumulative and are in addition to all remedies provided by law " Section 3. Section 4 of Ordinance No. 73-4, an ordinance to provide for the regulation and removal of junked and inoperable vehicles and motor vehicles, is hereby amended so as to read in its entirety as follows: Section 4 Penalty. Any person, firm or corporation who shall violate any of the provi­ sions of this Ordinance shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon con­ viction, shall be punished by a fine of not more than $500 and the cost of prosecution, or shall be imprisoned in the Kent County Jail for not more than 90 days, or both, such fine and imprisonment to be in the discretion of the court. Each day during which any violation continues shall be deemed a separate offense. The Township attorney is authoriz­ ed to prosecute such violation. In addition, the Township Board, the attorney for the Township or the prosecuting attorney for Kent County may institute injunction, mandamus, abatement or any other appropnate action or proceeding to prevent, enjoin, abate or remove any violation of this Ordinance The rights and remedies provided herein are cumulative and are in addition to all remedies provided by law Section 4. this ordinance shall become effective upon its publication or upon the publication of a summary of its provisions in a local newspaper of general circulation. First Reading: February 16, 1994 (KM| CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP BOARD February 16 1994 The regular meeting of the Caledonia Township Board was coiled to order at 7 08 p.m. Present Gorbow R DeVries. Gou'd J DeVr.es Jousma Snyder Absent D«eleman Also Present Several citizens Dick Baxter and Jim Scales. MINUTES Approved os printed BUIS Were reviewed. Discus­ sion on extra charges at Com pou Kettle Lake Sewer Moved Jousmo support J. DeVries to approve the bills os printed. Ayes R DeVries Gould. J DeVr.es Jousma Snyder Gar bow. Motion Carried. B & B CONTRACT Discussion was held on Contract and Or di nonce Moved Gould support J. DeVries to review minutes of a year ago and review contract and ordinance and address these matters at a special March 2nd meeting Ayes J. DeVries Jousma. Snyder. Gorbow Gould. R DeVries. Motion Carried BUILDING INSPEC TOR TREASURER REPORT Reviewed. C TEC PUBLIC HEARING Supervisor Gorbow opened the public hearing at 8 47 p.m. No Comments. Closed public hear­ ing at 8 48 p.m. COUNTRY MEADOWS VILLAGE MOBILE HOME 2nd reading No public comments were mode Gould questioned the letter from the citizens on the 9 acres Discussion was held on water quality and well pro­ blems that could occur ond how the pork would respond to com­ plaints on neighboring wells go­ ing dry They resonded that they would have test wells that could be checked ond if they con t draw there own wells they would not be ot fault for other wells going dry. Snyder stated that this looked like o nice development, but so did the pion for the PUD on M 37 that Mr Steketee hod and that develop ment doesn't look anything like the pion Questions were raised on the impact this park would have on school ond local systems. After lengthy discus­ sion. moved Jousma. support J. DeVries to accept recommenda­ tion from Planning Commission to rezone the P.U.D. and accept pion as presented. Gould would like to hold tight and moke a decision after we know where we are in the taxes after the MOBILE HOME PARK from Page 13 Township Clerk Pat Snyder asked about the develop­ ment's impact on township streets and the increased need for township services. Developer Bill Lettinga said that the park will demand an increase mainly in emergency services, and asked if why Snyder thought these would be any greater than any ocher development. Hassberger pointed out that although the park is estimated to generate about 1,227 vehi­ cle trips per day. the property is not being developed to its maximum as allowed under the townships master development plan and ordinance ' • Road problems are not really a reason to turn down the park, ’ commented Trustee Gordon Jousma. and moved that the board accept the Planning Commission's recommendation to rezone the land to the planned unit development district re­ quested by the developers Gould recommended that the xote be tabled until the outcome of the tax reform is known, but the board voted 4-2 to approve the PCD rezoning Snyder and Gould voted no and Trustee John Diekman was not present The new park cannot be constructed until public sewer is available and the plans for the park have been approved b) the state s Mobile Home Commission electron He will vote no becouse he covWnt get o motion on the tobl* Ayes J DeVries Jousma Gorbow R DeVr.es Noyes Snyder Gould Motion carried. RESOLUTION ON M-37 SEWER Jim Scales reviewed the amend­ ments This resolution must be passed for the County to con tmue ond is not binding. Moved J. DeVries support Gould to pass resolution to amend ond restate the contact for the Caledonia Sewage Disposal System Ayes Jousma Snyder Gorbow R DeVries Gould J. DeVries Motion Carried CEMETERY MAINTENANCE Moved J DeVries support Jousma to allow Clerk Snyder to put out for bids on the cemetery maintenance. Ayes Snyder Gorbow R DeVries. Gould J. DeVries. Jousma Motion Corr.ed STREET LIGHT Requests were for 76th ond Wh.tneyv.lle ond McCords and Enchantment Mov ed Jousma. support R DeVries, to approve this two intersection for street lights Ayes Gorbow R DeVries Gould J DeVries Jousma. Snyder. Motion Carried DYKEMA PIT 1st Reading Was reviewed. Discussion was hold PLANNING COMMISSION REPORT Given by Jim Williams PERSONNEL COMMITTEE REPORT On Deputy Joyce Ab bott was reviewed The Person nel Committee recommended a .75 raise effective Jon 15.1994 Moved Jousma. support R DeVries to accept the Personnel Comm.tee recommendation and approve the .75 raise Ayes R DeVries. Gould J. DeVries Jousma. Snyder Gorbow Mo bon Corned ORDINANCE <94 I TO AMEND ORDINANCES NOS 73-2 73-3 ond 73-4: 1st reading. To odd a penalty to junk cars and trash ordinances To odd o fine of not more than $500 00 and the cost of prosecution or shall be im­ prisoned in the Kent County Jail for not more than 90 days ELECTION WORKER APPOINT MENT Moved Snyder support Jousmo to approve the workers os presented Aye* Gould J DeVr.es Jousmo Snyder Gar bow R DeVries Motion Carried FIRE DEPT CLASSES Mon dotory class for officers ond Howard Materials class Moved Jousmo. support Snyder to send the three officers ond up to six firefighters to the Hozord Material classes Ayes Gorbow R DeVries Gould J DeVries Jousma Snyder. Motion Carried ELECTRICAL INSPECTION CLASSES County has mode man dotory for electrical inspector to attend classes Alon Monman would like lor us to pay lor the classes ond his time spent at the classes ot $23 00 per hour. Mov ed GoukJ support J DeVries to pay lor cost of classes os in the policy, and not for his time since he is salaried Ayes R DeVries Gould J. DeVries. Jousmo. Snyder. Gorbow Motion Carried OTHER BUSINESS C 3 group hot dropped the lawsuit Norma bad questions on the sewer O * M Discussion was held on establishing a committee that in­ cludes 3 citizens. Ruth DeVries, ond Tom Gorbow Discussion on Village dissolution Moved Jousma support Snyder to adjourn at 10 20 p m Respectfully submitted. Patricia Snyder. Clerk (106) PUBLIC NOTICE TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA FILING OF PROPOSED BASIC CABLE TELEVISION RATES PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that In early February, 1994 C-Tec filed with the Township Clerk a Form 393 proposed schedule of rates for the basic cable television service tier and associated equipment Except those parts of the filing which may be withheld as proprietary, the filing is avaiable for public inspection and copy­ ing in the office of the Township Clerk, 250 Maple. Interested parlies are encouraged to sub­ mit written comments on the filing to the Township Clerk not later than seven (7) days after the date this Public Notice is published February 16, 1994 Patricia Snyder Caledonia Township Clerk (HO) — NOTICE — The Caledonia Township March Board of Review will meet at the Township Hall located at 250 Maple, Caledonia, Michigan. The Board will meet Monday, March 14, 1994 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon and from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.; and Wednesday, March 16, 1994 from 9:00 a m. to 12:00 noon and from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. by appointment only. Written pro­ tests will be accepted and must be received in the Assessor’s office by March 12, 1994 The estimated 1994 equalization factor for real property assessments in the Township of Caledonia will be as follows: Agricultural 1.00 Commercial 1.00 Industrial 1.00 Residential 1.00 Developmental 1.00 It is estimated that personal property assessments in Caledonia Township will be multiplied by 1.00 to determine the 1994 State Equalized Valuations (SEV). Thomas G. Doane Caledonia Township Assessor no7) �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I February 22. 1994 / Page 15 Caledonia Village Council approves $224,539 budget bv Barbara Gall Staff Writer After no comment was of­ fered during a scheduled pub­ lic hearing, the Caledonia Village Council last week ap­ proved an estimated $224,539 budget for the fiscal year 1994-95. The new general fund bud­ get shows only a slight in­ crease over last year's budget of $224,204 While most general fund budget areas show little change from last year, the Council did vote to establish a new water fund with $50,000. This money will be used to handle expenses for the com- bined water project the village Has entered into with the Caledonia Schools and Glen Valley Estates developer Jerry Baker Clerk Jackie Cherry said coct-of-living adjustments ac­ counted for increases in areas such as telephone, office utili­ ties and health insurance. Significant increases were budgeted, however, for plan­ ning. engineering and legal services as the Village faces a number of new projects, such as Glen Valley, the sewer ex­ pansion, McDonald's and the new middle school. Legal services were bud­ geted for $30,000 last year. but $40,000 has been set aside for the new fiscal year The council budgeted $10,000 for its planner, an increase of $7,000 over last year, when the village did not use a plan­ ner Engineering costs were estimated at $1,000. up from the $500 budgeted last year. No elected officials will get a wage increase next year ex­ cept the clerk, whose salary will increase from $12,050 to $1X551 The village sewer fund budget is unchanged from last year, with revenues again ex­ pected to total $119,885. Operating costs were bud­ geted slightly higher for truck and tractor expenses, supples, utilities and contracted serThe major street fund bud­ get for the new fiscal year shows an anticipated increase in revenues, jumping from $31,704 last year to $38,824 this year. Operating expenses (truck, snow removal, street repair) also are budgeted higher, from $29,579 last year to this year's proposed $32,699. Revenues for the local street fund budget are expected to be significantly lower than last years amended budget of $14,055. of which $6,000 was transfered from the major Vote on funding for local access channel tabled Caledonia Council approves rezoning special use recommendations by Barbara G«B Staff Writer The Caledonia Village Council last week supported two land use recommenda­ tions from its Planning Commission. A .56-acre portion of prop­ erty on Kinsey was rezoned from single-family R-2 zoning to a C-l commercial zone, as requested by Caledonia Lumber. The business plans to use the property for above-ground storage of lumber. There are no immediate plans to construct a building on the parcel, which adjoins the lumber yard property. Caledonia lumber said it will fence the property and provide adequate drainage, and Caledonia Elevator President Bob Johnson said that the immediate neighbors were in favor of the proposed use. Council also approved a special land use for the vil­ lage's new wastewater treat­ ment plant being constructed at the village "farm," where its lagoon treatment system also is located. Because the new system will require a building and a lab, the special use already Thornapple Roofing & Siding Vinyl Siding Replacement Windows Free Estimates Licensed Builder 795-2039 NOTICE of PUBLIC HEARING THORNAPPLE TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION SPECIAL LAND USE PERMIT APPLICATION No. SU-12 Notice is hereby given that on February 28, 1994 at 8:30 p.m. at the Thomapple Township Hall. 200 E Mam St. Middleville. Michigan the Thomapple Planning Commission will hold a public hearing for the purpose of hearing comments regarding a Special Land Use Permit Application in an A R zone. Thomapple Township. The proposed special use is to permit an mineral extraction and processing activity on Irving Road and more fully described as Legal description of parcel Part ot the easterly 20 acres of the south of the NE Ui of Section 26-4 10, lying northeasterly of Irving Road, except a parcel beginning at the intersection of the north Mi line with Irving Road, thence along the center of the road in a southeasterly direction 43 rods, thence northeasterly at nght angles 20 rods, thence northwesterly at nght angles 22 rods thence northeasterly at nght angles to the intersection with the north W line; thence west along the v* line to the point of beginning The subject property to be considered for the special use lies entirety in Section 25 of Thomapple Township Name and address of Mr. and Mrs Dennis Wilson applicant 8022 Irving Road Middlevdie Ml 49333 The special use application may be inspected at the Thomapple Township offices daily 9 am to 4 p m. Any written comments regarding this application may be addressed to Secretary Marx SevaiC Tbomappie Township Planning CommtssK>n. 200 E Mam St. Middleville. Ml 49333 Mark Sevatd. Secretary Thomapple Township Planning Commission granted for the lagoons must be amended to include the new facilities. In other business the council: • Agreed to table a vote on whether to continue donating its cable franchise fee to the local access cable channel administered by the Caledonia Schools. The council would like the channel first to pro­ vide an account of how its funds are spent, and expressed concern about poor audio quality on the channel. Council President Glen Kia ver said he will talk with Caledonia Cable Coordinator Rick Wyma about the coun­ cil's concerns. The council re­ ceived $1,730 in franchise fees this year. • Approved a $9,920 bid from Fischer and Son of Caledonia to repair the Johnson Street sewer. The road will be prepared now for the work, but the council hopes actual sewer repair can be put off until the spring, when the ground has thawed. Fischer quoted an additional $5,500 if emergency repair work has to be ikxie while the ground is frozen. • Reappointed Trustee Dan Erskine as the street adminis­ trator. • Approved a resolution to extend to 90 days the 30-day period in which the village can regulate basic cable tele­ vision rates after C-Tec Cable Systems submits its proposed rate schedule for basic cable services. • Agreed to join the Mutual Aid program in which munic­ ipalities help each ocher in the case of natural disasters, much as local fire departments assist each other The statewide program is set up by the Michigan Rural TK JAYVEE CAGERS from Page 12 Jason Gearhart had 11 points with six assists. Evan Chamberlin chipped in seven points and Ben Weise had foe The Trojans were on the road to Bry on Center Friday A strong defensive effort gase Middlevilk a 25-14 half time lead The Trojans went on to win 59-45 Kotrha led the team * rth 17 potnts Gearhart had 13 points 11 points 11 rebounds Wade scored nine points while T J SchtM chipped in *«h eight points Water Association and administered by the Michigan State Police. There is no cost to join the program. • Approved the 1994-95 budget. (See related article.) street fund. The council has estimated revenues of $9,283 for local streets this coming year. The State of Michigan pro­ vides the revenues for both the major and local street funds, with interest earned on these accounts providing the other source of revenue The complete budget is available at the Village office. 250 Maple, dunng business hours. CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT. MICHIGAN CALEDONIA. MICHIGAN INVITATION TO BID Caledonia Township will take bids for the mowing of the Township Cemeteries and properties of the Township for the 1994 season. Speci­ fications are available at the Town­ ship Office, 250 Maple St. Bids are to be submitted to the Township Clerk by March 9,1994. Patricia Snyder, Clerk (ini ORDINANCE NO. 94-3 AN ORDINANCE to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia (Dykema Whitneyville Avenue band and Gravel Pit) THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS: Section 1. The Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia is hereby amended by the amendment of Section 4.2 thereof, the Zoning Map. so as to rezone the following described lands from the PMR Planned Mineral Removal District (Pace Excavating) to the PMR Planned Mineral Removal District in accordance with the final mineral removal plan for the Dykema Whitneyville Avenue PMR District, with mineral removal to be in accordance with the Plann ed Mineral Removal Permit approved by the Township Planning Commission for the Dykema Whitneyville Avenue Sand and Gravel Pit: Parce A: A parcel of land in the Northwest 1/4 ot Section 14, Town 5 North, Range 10 West, Caledonia Township, Kent County. Michigan, described as follows: Beginning at the Southwest corner of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 14; thence North 00*59'55” West along the North and South 1/4 line of said section 1097.00 feet; thence North 89*37'12” East 1440.00 feet; thence South 00*59’55" Weat 712.79 feet; thence North 87*26’30” West 1382.57 feet; thence South 00*59’55” East 455.09 feet to a point on the East and West 1/4 line of said Section 14; thence South 89*37’12” West along said East and West 1/4 line of said section 60 feet to the place of beginning. Parcel B: Commencing at a point 350 feet North of the center of Section 14, Town 5 North, Range 10 West, Caledonia Township, Kent County, Michigan, thence West 1200 feet parallel to the East and West 1/4 line of said section; thence North 72 feet; thence Southeasterly to a point on the centerline of said section which is 40 feet North of the point of beginning; thence 40 feet South to the point of beginning. and also to rezone the following described lands from the R-R Rural Residen tial District to the PMR Planned Mineral Removal District in accordance with the final mineral removal plan for the Dykema Whitneyville Avenue PMR District, with mineral removal to be in accordance with the Planned Mineral Removal Permit approved by the Township Planning Commission for the Dykema Whitneyville Avenue Sand and Gravel Pit: Parcel C: That part of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 14, Town 5 North, Range 10 West, Caledonia Township, Kent County, Michigan, described as: Com mencing at the Southwest corner of said Northwest 1/4, thence North 89*37’12” East 60 0 feet along the South line ot said Northwest 1/4, thence North 00*59’55" West 455.09 feet parallel with the West line of said Northwest 1/4; thence South 87*26’30” East 1382 57 feet to the point of begining, thence South 00*59'55” East 33.73 feet; thence North 89*35’54” East 6 05 feet parallel with the South line of said Northwest 1/4 to a point which is North 00*41’ 14” West 350.00 feet along the East line of said Northwest 1/4 and South 89*35’54” West 1200.00 feet from the Southeast corner of said Northwest 1/4, thence North 00*41’14” West 72 00 feet; thence North 88*52’28” West 6 45 feet, thence South 00*59’55” East 38 44 feet to the point of beginning and also to rezone the following described lands from the R-R Rural Residen­ tial District to the PMR Planned Mineral Removal District in accordance with the final mineral removal plan for the Dykema Whitneyville Avenue PMR District, with mineral removal to be in accordance with the Planned Mineral Removal Permit, with attached Licensing Agreement between the applicant and Con sumers Power Company, as approved by the Township Planning Commission for the Dykema Whitneyville Avenue Sand and Gravel Pit: Parcel 0: A parcel of land in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 14, Town 5 North, Range 10 West, described as follows: To find the place ot beginning of this description, commence at the West 1/4 corner ot said Section 14; run thence North 89*37’12” East along the East-West 1/4 line of said section 60 00 feet to the place of beginning of this description; thence North 0*59’55” West 455.09 feet; thence South 87*26’X” East 1382 57 feet; thence South 0*59’55” East 34.21 feet, thence North 89*37'12” East 1206 78 feet to the North South 1/4 line of said section; thence South 0*40’50” East along said North-South 1/4 line 350 00 feet to the East-West 1/4 line 350.00 feet to the East West 1/4 line of said section; thence South 89*37’12" West along said East West 1/4 line 2548.84 feet to the place of beginning Section 2. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with the provi sions of this ordinance shall be and they hereby are rescinded. This ordinance shall become effective upon the publication of a summary thereof in a newspaper of general circulation within the Township First Reading February 16, 1994 a �Page 16 I The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml I February 22. 1994 Long marriages are a Cisler family ‘tradition’ by Jean Gallup Staff Writer It .seems to run in the family. The willingness to stay with a vow The eight children of the late Jenny and Gerald "Barney" Cisler of Middleville are all married, which is not too unusual But, each is still with the same person they started out with. The "children" have celebrated between 55 and 31 years of marriage to their original partners They aren’t in a race, no one is "keeping track;" in fact, when asked bow long they’ve ban married, most tum to their partner and say. "how long have we been mamcdT A common thread in the stories of each of the couples is that they consider themselves best friends, and can always depend on each other. Mildred and Lois Cisler met and fell in love with brothers David and Don Stauffer. They mamed within three months of each other David and Mildred (Cisler) Stauffer, will be married for 55 years in November; Don and Lois celebrated 54 years on Feb 3 Mildred recalls when her family moved to Caledonia, the Stauffer’s lived across the field from them; she and David’s sister were friends. The parents of three. Janet. I .airy and Tom, the couple have no secrets on bow to solve problems. They just talk them out when they come up. Mildred said. A mail carrier for 30 years before be retired. David still drives cars for Hertz when they call. She likes that David is "really easy to get along Jerry and Kay Cisler with." For diversion, the couple takes trips to Boston, the Smokies, to Amish country or just "day trips." "We get along pretty VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AND FILING OF MAPS, PLANS, ESTIMATES OF COST AND SPECIAL ASSESSMENT ROLL Glen Valley Estates Sewer Special Assessment District No.1 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Village of Caledonia has, together with the Charter Township of Caledonia, entered into a contract with the County of Kent, acting through its Board of Public Works pursuant to Act 185 of the Public Acts of Michigan of 1957, as amended (“Act 185”), whereby the County will con­ struct and finance an expansion and improvement of the existing Village of Caledonia wastewater treatment facility (a portion of the sewage treatment capac­ ity of which shall be allocated to the Township) and related improvements (the “Improvements”) to serve areas of the Village, including the special assessment district described below. The Village has determined that part of the Village oblig­ ation contracted for pursuant to Act 185 shall be defrayed by special assess­ ments levied against properties benefitted thereby. The Village has determined to proceed with the Improvements, has approved preliminary plans and estimates of costs for the Improvements, and has deter­ mined a special assessment district, consisting of the following described lots or parcels of land which are benefitted by the Improvements and against which all or a portion of the cost of the Improvements shall be specially assessed: Glen Valley Estates Sewer Special Assessment District No. 1 The south 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4, and the South 1/2 of the North 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4, Section 20, T5N, R10W, in the Village of Caledonia. Kent County. Michigan. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the Village President has made and certi­ fied a special assessment roll for the Special Assessment District, which roll sets forth the cost of the Improvements which is to be levied in the form of a special assessment against the land in the special assessment district. TAKE NOTICE THAT THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF CALE­ DONIA WILL HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING ON MONDAY. THE 7TH DAY OF MARCH. 1994. AT 7:00 P.M. AT THE CALEDONIA VILLAGE AND TOWNSHIP HALL. 250 SOUTH MAPLE STREET, CALEDONIA. MICHIGAN, TO REVIEW IMPROVEMENTS, THE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT, AND THE SPE­ CIAL ASSESSMENT ROLL AND TO HEAR AND CONSIDER ANY SUGGES­ TIONS OR OBJECTIONS THERETO TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the maps, plans and estimates of cost of the Improvements, and the special assessment roll are on file with the Village Clerk at the Village Office for public examination TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT AN OWNER OR A PARTY IN INTEREST IN A LOT OR PARCEL OF LAND SUBJECT TO A SPECIAL ASSESSMENT MAY FILE A WRITTEN APPEAL OF THE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT WITH THE MICHI­ GAN TAX TRIBUNAL WITHIN 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF CONFIRMA­ TION OF THE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT ROLL, BUT ONLY IF SAID OWNER OR PARTY IN INTEREST APPEARS AND PROTESTS THE SPECIAL ASSESS­ MENT AT THIS HEARING. An appearance may be made by an owner or a party in interest, or his or her agent tn person or. in the alternative, an appearance or protest can be filed with the Village by letter prior to the heanng, tn which case a personal appearance at the heanng is not required. This notice was authorized by the Caledonia Village Council Dated. February 14, 1994 JACQUEUNE CHERRY. CLERK VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA (103) good," David said and agreed that they discuss problems. "If you talk long enough, some one will say the right thing." he explained in jest. She thinks her parents set a good example on how mamage should be. Mildred is "a special person,” David said. "She likes flea markets and garage sales. We go to a lot of them She's got to be my best friend.” Speaking on marriage in general. David adapts a line used by George Bums. "If the next 55 is as good as the first 55, well be real happy." Don and Lois (Cisler) Stauffer enjoy spending time together. For a time as young marrieds, they lived in Pontiac where he worked for General Motors, but she didn't like the large city. "She's from a small town, and all of her family and friends were here,” Don explained. "She asked me to come back, and I've never been sorry; I’ve never regretted it." He secured a job helping in the construction of Bradford White in Middleville, and when the building was completed, moved to a job on the inside from 1945 to 1981. She was busy working at Thomapple Kellogg for 26 years. She likes his honesty Problems are worked out through give and take. They both mention they enjoy the companionship they give to each other. For bobbies, "he likes Bingo, I like to walk,” she said. They have three children, Don, Gary and Barb The extended family gets along well, she said. "We talk about it when we have get-togethers. The brothers-in-law are just like brothers, and the same for the sisiers-in law." Glenn and Beatrice (Cisler) Miller have been together for 47 years. She doesn t recall officially "meeting" Glenn; "I practically always knew him." "I knew the whole family from back in the 1930s," Glenn remembered, "But, I didn't start going with her until 1945." In June of 1947, Bea and Glenn were married, and raised three children; Jane, William and Jerald Disagreements9 Everyone has disagreement*. said Bea After they have lived together that many years, it doesn't upset either one too BiH and Kathleen Chapman David and Mildred Stauffer Don and Lois Stauffer much, "you just go on with (he day,” she said. Asked the best part of being married for 47 years, Bea named companionship, happiness and dependability. She likes Glenns intelligence; he praises her ability to maintain a nice, comfortable home. "She’s a good housekeeper and a good cook." Glenn like to fish in the Continued next page — Caledonia Auto Parts... FOR ALL YOUR CAR & TRUCK CARE NEEDS’ Complete line of Parts and Accessories and Car Care Products 227 E. Main St., Caledonia Your “Hometown” Auto Parts Store OPEN Monday Friday 8 to 6. Saturday 8 to 2 �The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml / February 22. 1994 / Page 17 Dick and Joanne Raymond Duane and Margaret Fisher From previous page — winter, and Bea plana to resume her walking when the weather n warmer Duane and Margaret (Cialer) Fisher, married for 46 years, also knew each other before tliey married. "We were neighbors for several years; he went in the Navy. When he got out, I was a junior in school," Margaret recalled. They became belter acquainted because Duane was a buddy of her brother Ed. They handle problems by talking it over. "We never lei them be get to be big problems, Margaret said. Duane thinks its easier to marry the right person and stay married, if you come from a small, rural community, like they did. "1 knew her folks when I was 10 years old, and she was five years old, playing behind the stove," Duane said. "We didn't have anything to overcome." They are the parents of three; Ann, Charles and Kenneth "rm proud that I'm married to the same girl I started out with. I respect my wife and it shows. She seems to do whatever she can for anyone she can; she's just a super girl" "He's my best fnend." she said, "lie s a good father and a good grandfather. 1 like having someone to depend on, and I can depend on him." He's content after 46 years of togetherness "I could easily take another 46 years of this." he said. "I could" Ed and Catherine Cider married in 1949 and are parents to Ed, jr and John David. He was in the service in World War 11, while she lived in Hastings. They enjoy doing things together, she said, just being together and looking out for each other. Just like everybody else, they have disagreements; they solve them by "talking it out," and getting past it, she said To Catherine Ed has several "best" qualities. "He's a good provider; a fair man. He helped me when I was sick. He's just an allaround good guy." He's also reticent His only comment for publication was, "It's the same here; just reversed" Dick and Joanne (Cider) Raymond were married in June 42 years ago. They formally met when Joanne and a friend, Iva Chapman, were walking back to the Chapman home from the 'Shuffle Inn' just outside the village limits of Middleville. Playing shuffle board was a fad dunng the late 1940s, and for a brief time, there was a business with several shuffle boards for devotees. Dick and a buddy dove by Dykstra's Preferred Poured Walls, Inc. • Poured basement walls • Flatwork t • Farm work 1 Edward and Catherine Cisler and asked the girls if they'd like a lift. They did. Of course, the walk wouldn't have been loo demanding. The Chapmans lived within sight of the Shuffle Inn, just inside the village limits. "He has a real sense of humor. We’re best friends and we really spend a lot of time together. He's a great father and does so much for the kids," Joanne said. Dick said Joanne also has a sense of humor, and, "she's needed one with me. She's a good homemaker and a good mother. It's nice just having a nice place to come to, and a home cooked meal," he explained. "I'm about as contented here as I can be. It just works out good." Dick is scheduled to retire next year from the Barry County Road Commission, and then the couple plans to travel a little. They are parents of two girls, Diana Jerry and Kay Cisler have been married for 33 years, and are parents of Kim and Brent. While Jerry is a Middleville native, Kay came from Flint. Her family had a cottage at Gun Lake and during the summer when they stayed at the lake, she Chuckwagon" restaurant, now the "Country Basket." After roller skating at the nnk at Barlow Lake, area kids would come by the drive-in for a snack and socializing Jerry did and that's how be met Kay Jerry also works at the Road Commission, and in May will have 30 thirty He admits to being a "hot head" which explains Kay's reasoning when she s asked how thev resolve problems "Arguing doesn't do it," ROB DYKSTRA, Owner 10696 Finkbetner Rd, Middleville 795-7674 Eventually, my side gets head." Jerry praised Kay for being a good wife and mother, and agrees that "she doesn't argue back. But. she has this way; she gets you back," he said with a laugh. She thinks Jerry's work ethic is one of his several good qualities, and the trait has been passed on to their children. Jerry and Kay had struggles in the early years, as most do. and it made them better people for having gone through it. he said. They both say they're best fnends The lasting marriages in the Cisler family might be the result of the way they were raised. Kay thought. Bill and Kathleen (Cisler) Chapman have been married for 31 years "We met when he came home from the service. I was a friend of his sister, and he knew my brother Jerry " They have three children. Jeffrey, Phillip and Scott. In their marriage, if a problem comes up it doesn't last long. "We're both Christians. We pray about it. He doesn't hold a grudge and neither do I." Having a good marriage "takes work" but the couple is more than willing to do the work to get the benefits. "He keeps me laughing." Kathleen said. "He has a lol of good qualities; he's a Tine Christian man and I can always count on him." "She's a peach." said Bill, "and has been all down hrough the years. Everybody rails me "Wild Bill" so 1 call her "Wild Kathy.” The guys where 1 work say, "What's Wild Kathy' up to?." They know I have a peach of a wife. She's a super-fine Christian wife." A lest of their devotion came when they moved for a time to New York away from family and friends and "didn't have anyone but each other." "We found we could do things we didn’t know we could. A change like that ..we relied on each other It was good for us." "We hear of people getting divorced. People work at anything they want to accomplish. Why can’t they work at that? Any good in life, you have to work at it." He credits their faith in the Lord for his happiness with Kathleen. “After we became Christians, it got easier. We turned out life over to the Lord." he said. Bill revealed that his family also has a tradition of commitment when it comes to marriage. He comes from a family of seven who have married to their original partners for between 25 and 40 years. Whether it’s good role models from their parents, knowing each other as friends before marriage, a small town influence, a combination of all those things or something else, the Cisler family and their mates show a steadfast devotion and willingness to work al making and keeping a good relationship. Perhaps they should be the role models that are glorified and examined in (he media instead of some the people and issues that dominate the news tinlay. Looking for Extra Cash? - Call - 945-9554 Sell anything FAST! New Year, New Savings Save Now on Quality John Deere Parts & Supplies Finger Carrier Plates Filters "XST Choose filters designed to protect your John Deere machines, not just fit them! As low as.. 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"They took advantage of my mistakes. It is something they do very well." In Holtzhueter s defense, the Squires (11-1 in the O-K Blue) are taller on average and have several players who can step up and score "We depended on our out­ side game when our post players got into foul trouble and that hurl us," the TK coach said, "but we played extremely hard from start to finish " The Trojans got behind early in the game. 18-13 in the first period and the deficit was extended to 13 by the end of the half The Trojans, while not able to make a dent in the lead, fought off a runaway by the Squires in the second half. "Brian Brewer, who was pretty well shut down in the first half, did very well in the second to give us 13 points," llolzhucicr said. leading scorer for the Trojans was Andy Brewer with 23 points, including six from three-point land. Brad U iliums led the team w:ih four rebounds and the Brewer boys combined for seven steals "We had some trouble with the turnovers' the coach said "They continue to plague us. Both teams had about the same amount, but they did a better job of turning theirs into scores. The team was host to , Delton Tuesday, and defeated A Calvin defender was able to get high enough fast enough to block a shot by Jim Mason. No 22 In the Middleville loss (Photo courtesy ol Perry Hardin) Middleville's Brad Williams No 24, goes over a Calvin defender while Mike Sarver No 54 vies for position (Photo courtesy of Perry Hardin) the Panthers 39-33, but when the contest was done and the score book closed, the fans had to admit that both teams should have won the contest. Middleville, accustomed to scoring 60 and 70 points in a Zomerlei Construction Co. Custom Homes • Remodeling Additions • Decks Carpenter - Contractor Licensed & Insured Middleville • Call Jack 795-7458 NOTICE of PUBLIC HEARING THORNAPPLE TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Tbornapple Township Planning Commission wilt conduct a public hearing on Monday. February 28. 1994. at 7 30 pm at the Thornap pie Township Hall. 200 E Main St , MnWIevdle. Michi gan to consider proposed amendments to the Town ship's Zoning Ordinance It adopted the proposed amendments will amend Section 3 28 regarding the definition of Mineral Extrac­ tion and Processing ■' renumber Subsections 9.03 D through G to E through H to add new D regarding mineral extraction ana processing, amend Subsection 11 03 renumber C through G to 0 through H to add new D regarding mineral extraction and processing, «nend Subsection 15 06 (L) regarding special approval st an dards inspection tees, performance bonds and msur •nee requirements tor mineral extraction and process tng uses add a new Section 15 07 regarding violations O» special use restrictions, and add a new Subsection 18 03 (N) regarding stte plan requirements tor mineral extrac tK>n and processing uses A complete copy of the proposed ordinance wneno ments may be examined during regular business hours at the Thornapple Township offices, located at the above address Comments regarding the proposed amendments will be received untit the conclusion of the public hearing Written comments may be addressed to the Township Cierx at the Township offices THORNAPPLE TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION NOTICE. ’w «• MM* wwwrm Ml we Mrvr.m M ■**» w n. wmc mcww m mc w *• *2^^**“****"* ’***’' *** **“ • *• caws nwMssw NSW ch*. xk t st «w^ ommwc a Cm MOW3MK wmwX v mesj” game, was held in offensive limbo in the first and third quarters by a Delton team that has given up better than 50 points a game. The Trojans were stymied through 7:57 of the third pe­ riod — scoring only two bas­ kets. In the final three seconds of the period, Jim Mason took a desperation shot under the basket, which limped through the hole. He was fouled and sank the free thow to give the Trojans a three-point lead, 2623. going into the fourth. Gary Fisher put the DK team up 27-26 with 6:59 left in the contest by draining both ends of a one-and-one. Chad Lyons hit the front end of his one-and-one and Howie Shattuck's field goal, along with a score by Middleville made the score 31-28 with 5:19 left in the game Thai's when things fell apart for the Panthers. For the rest of the game, Delton was unable to score more than one basket. Middleville was able to score only four baskets and a free throw in the five-plus minutes, but it was enough to send the Delton team home with a loss. Both teams went to the free throw line 13 times, Delton made seven, TK made nine. Both teams had 13 field goals. TK made four of them from three-point range, but Delton didn t make any Middleville had 23 rebounds. Delton had 21. The Trojans bad 18 turnovers, the Panthers had 17. Delton controlled the tempo of the game, keeping the Trojans from running away and scoring the points they are used to. while avoiding getting into foul trouble, like the Panthers ire used to. Delton coach Jim Hogoboom said "even though we lost, we took steps for­ ward. We rebounded well and controlled the tempo both de­ fensively and offensively." Middleville got playing time from Nate Bundy for the first time since his injury in the Maple Valley game in mid-January. Mason, who made the shot in the final sec­ onds of the third was also see­ ing more court time. Steve Converse is still out with the broken hand. Both coaches were watch­ ing the game closely, as the game may be replayed during the district run in March when Middleville will be tourna­ ment host to Delton. Hastings, Wayland and Allcg.ui Middleville goes to 8-4 tn the O-K Blue and will travel to (kxlwin on Friday and host Ijikewixxl next Tuesday. CMS ‘Gold’ team ends with perfect record The Caledonia Middle School seventh-grade “Gold” team finished its season undefeated, going 9-0 for the perfect record. Coach Ralph Shefferly said his team had a “great basket­ ball chemistry” and did an “awesome” job. He said the season's highlights had to be the team's two convincing wins over neighboring rival Middleville “It was a great pleasure to coach these young men and watch them improve,” Shcfferly said. Playing for the "Gold” this year were Brett ZyIstra, Brian Reiffer, Dan Beltz, Chris O'Brien. iXxig Murphy, Ben Murphy, Matt Dodge. Brett Becket, Jason Williams, Bill Jones, Ryan Visser, Jason Workman and Ben Bcnling Donker, Uyl selected for Caledonia’s ‘94 Kaechele Award CHS junior basketball players Katie Donker and David Uyl were selected by the Caledonia Athletic Boosters as recipients of this year s Kaechele Award. Given in memory of Caledonia s late coach and athletic director Corl Kaechele, the award is presented annually to a junior member of the boys and the girls basketball teams. Each will receive $150 toward the cost of attending o basketball camp of his and her choice Presenting the award to Katie and Dove is Tom Kaechele. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I February 22. 1994 / Page 19 Trojans send two to Individual Regionals, falls to Hastings at team district action The Middleville varsity wresting team will send Individual District Champion Kiley Webster fl 12 lbs.) and fourth-place finisher Joel Appel (189) to the Individual Regionals, Saturday at Godwin Heights. The two were the only two qualifiers for the Trojans at the surprisingly tough districts held at Ionia High School, Saturday. The team fell to Hastings in the final round of the team wrestling districts, 41-26 Wednesday. The meet wrestlers were shaken diving the pivitol 171pound weight class, when, with Hastings leading 29-19 in the team scoring. Middleville’s Ty Middleton accidently put Hastings Jamie James on the mat head first The result was a MioQievtue s Sean Crofoot (top) won a 9-2 decision over Hastings' Jeremai Cook in the 119-pound weight class at Hie Team Districts disqualification for Middleton, though at the t.me he was more worried about James than the score. James was taken to the hospital, treated and released and returned to school the following day sore, but ready to compete in the regional meet next Wednesday at kmia Middleville varsity coach Tom ixhman said it was a tragic way to end the season for the team, but recognized that the rules required Middleton to be disqualified. Hastings coach Dave Furrow said this isn’t the way the Hastings team wanted to wm the distnets. With the loss at 171, the coaches decided each forfeit one of the final two weight classes as the final result was no longer in doubt. Hastings' Kris Javor forfeited to Appel in the 189-pound and TKs Jody Blain forfeited to Hastings* Sparky Wee dal 1 in the 275-pound class. Middleville had started the district finals with Andy Nelson (103 lbs.) registering a 19-2 technical fall over Troy Pittlekow. Webster followed up with a 49-second pin of John Bax and Sean Crofoot (119) won a 9-2 decision over Jeremai Cook of Hastings to take a 14-0 lead. Clayton MacKenzie. who is Fighting Scots deop nonleague game, tops FHN in league action Cotodonto » Pol Stogamon gow up tor two o* hw 21 pou»H ogexmt tho lowoll Red Arrows in o non coherence matchup Tuasdoy between the neighboring schools Stegeman kept up the tire power, scoring 27 points Friday during Catodomas victory o»e* Forest Hills Northern Pat Stegeman continues to lead the Caledonia varsity basketball team in scoring and the team tops the OK Gold in free throw and threepoint shooting, but that didn’t help in the 71-62 loss to luDwell in non-conference play, Tuesday. The Fighting Scots were able to even their record in the Gold, Friday with a 69-65 win over Forest Hills North­ ern. The Scots stand at 6-6 in the league and 7-10 overall. Stegeman had 27 points against the Huskies and David Uyl added 13 as the Scots opened a 22-9 lead early in the game and then hung on as the Huskies spent most of the rest of the game chipping into it. The Huskie were able to take the lead in the game twice in the fourth quarter, by one, but the Scots, on the back of 12 of 14 from the free-throw line, edged the hard-charging Huskies for the win. 'It was a gre « effort by the team.' said coach l^arry Rea. "I think it was our best defen­ sive effort so far this season." Against the Red Arrows, Caledonia fell behind by 14 by the intermission, but came back to cut the lead to two in the fourth. *We just couldn t get over the hump,’ Rea said Stegeman led the Scots in scoring with 21 points. The Scots play their final two home games this week, host Byron Center in a make­ up game on Thursday and Coopersville on Friday for Senior s Night TKs Ryan Winchell (130) puts the squeeze on Hastings’ Tim Moore on his way to 3.35 pin in the Team Districts 11- 2 when wrestling at 125 pounds, put Hastings on the score board with a pin over Terry Trudell in 1:29. TK s Ryan Winchell (130) pinned Tom Moore in 3:35 to open the score spread back to 14 points, but Saxon Chris Allen (140) pinned Jamie Foster six seconds into the third two-minutes period to close the gap back to eight Trojan Chad Foster (145) and Saxon Craig Bowen wrestled to a 5-5 tie after three periods. Thirty seconds into overtime Bowen received two points for a takedown and the victory. Hastings took the lead for the first time when Cole Bowen (145) pinned Steve Austin in 1:41 to make the score 25-20. The Saxons widened the score to 29-20 with Matt MacKenzie (160) notching a four-point major decision over Steve Lehman 12- 1. With the DQ of Middleton the score stood at 35-20, a spread the Trojans could not have overcome, even had they won the last two matches. Hastings got to the final round with a 45-16 win over Delton in the first round. Winning by pins for the Saxons were Cook in 1:47. Clayton MacKenzie in 50 seconds, Allen in 2:45 and Weedall in 1:10. Pittclkow and Bax won by forfeits. Moore. Craig and Cole Bowen all won decisions. Middleville made it to the finals with a 54-16 finish over Wayland. Wining by pins were Nelson in 38 seconds. Trudell in 1:32, Austin in 3:07 and Middleton in 41 seconds. Webster. Crofoot, Jamie Foster and Appel won by forfeits. Winchell and Bender won by decisions. The team slipped passed Byron Center 36-33, downed Comstock Park 48-20 and trashed Kelloggsville 55-24 and won the OK Blue prior to going into the meet. In the rest of the last week's action for the Trojan grapplers, the team beat Hart 51-22 and, with the help of five weight classes forfeited, downed Muskegon High School 59-15. Blain led the team with five pins tn the five duals. Earning five wins in the duals were Appel, who had one pin. one major decision, two decisions and a forfeit, and Winchell, who had three pins, one technical fall and a forfeit. Middleton had four pins, including a quick 16-second victory over his Comstock Park opponent. His only loss of the week was a major decision to Han Others with four wins were Webster with two pins, a major decision and a forfeit, and Bender (145/152) with two pins, a decision and a forfeit. Chad Foster (140/145) had two pins and a forfeit victory. Austin had two pins and a decision Jamie Foster and Crofoot had two pins and Middleton had one. Gary Ketchum (135) had a major decision and a forfeit, Dallas Monroe (160) and Lehman each had a decision and Ben Osborne had a win by a forfeit. Fighting Scots end wrestling season, send three to regionals Three wrestlers from the Caledonia wrestling team will be going to Godwin Heights, Saturday in search of a regional championship. Danny Simmons (189 lbs.) is a two-time regional quali­ fier with a win over Marty Landes of Lakewood in the finals at the individual district championships. Simmons record is 39-2 going into regionals. Finishing fourth at the in­ dividual districts at Ionia High Schools for the Fighting Scots were Adam Stauffer (103), the lone OK Gold champion for Caledonia and Jason Haywood (140). Stauffer goes into the regionals with a 30-7 record and Haywood with a 26-14 record. Number two seeded wrestler in the 112-pound weight class al districts. Jamie Trudeau, was unable to wrestle as he was onetenth of a pound (1.6 ounces) overweight at weigh-in. The Scots finished the OK Gold with a second-place fin­ ish al the league meet last weekend. The team had nine conference medalists with Stauffer being the only goldmedal winner. Simmons fin­ ished second, Trudeau, Chris Love (152) and Ryan Sinclair (171) finished third and Mike Draft (119) . Chad Mescar (140) . Jason Bush (Hwt.) and Haywood finished S»e Scot mat team, Page 9 Caledonia s Kurt Pipw pinned Coopersville s Jamie Balkam in 3:42 in the 152pound weight class (Photo by Laura Love) �Page 20 / The Sun and News, Middleville. 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The High School will be having an eighth grade orientation night at the auditorium, 7:00 p.m. M.S. volleyball vs. Caledonia there. Feb. 23 — M.S. volleyball team B vs. Wayland, there Feb. 24 — T.K. hosts regional spelling bee for 5th and Middle School, at the H.S auditorium, 4:00 p.m. M.S. volleyball vs. Hastings, there. M.S. wrestling vs. Hamilton, there. H.S. freshman volleyball vs. Delton/Plainwell there. Feb. 25 — P E T. popcorn at McFall. H.S. basketball vs. Godwin, there Feb. 26 — M.S. wrestling TK Tournament, here. H.S. volleyball conf, at Hamilton. Feb. 28 — Mr. Brod Bagert, poet, will be working with all elementary students (P.E.T. sponsored). P.E.P. meeting at 7:00 p.m. at the M.S. library. Just because your child is get­ ting older, doesn’t mean they don’t need your support! Come and find out M.S news and views. March 1 — M.S. Donuts (P.E.P. sponsored). ***** Looking Ahead... March 1 — M.S. Wrestling vs. Kelloggsville, here M.S volleyball vs. Hamilton, there. H.S. basketball vs. Lakewood here. March 3 — Bedtime stories coming to McFall! Poet Brod Bagert will be reading some of his stories. He will offer two books for students to purchase at a 20 percent discount. He will be available to autograph the books. M.S. volleyball vs Kelloggsvlike here. 1st graders to see Beauty and the Beast’ play. (P.E.T. sponsored). M.S volleyball vs Kelloggsville, here March 4 — 1st graders to see Beauty and the Beast' play, (P.E.T. sponsored) Popcorn at West. H.S. bsketball vs. Cornstock Park, there March 5 — Regional Odyssey of the Mind competition, at Otsego March II — For all schools inservice, no school Teachable Moments McFafl — Graphs Galore in Mrs. Erb’s room! We graphed Valentine Candy hearts by color, as well as a prediction graph poor to the counting and sorting We also predicted bow many drops of water a pennv would hold and then proceeded to find out and graphed the results. This activity was in honor of Abraham Lincoln's birthday, Feb. 12. W est — Mrs Overhoh’s class has been baking Recipes For Friendship Here are a few: 5 cups feelings, 3 teaspoons giv­ ing. 10 tablespoons of forgiving, bakes well. Also: First put a kiss in the bowl Then put a hug in the bowl Then put some love in the bowl Snr it till it gets done Also: Two cups of lose A teaspoon of thank you And a tablespoon of kindness Love and mix w«h you! Sounds like a delicious World! Quote of (fee W erk — Color your words with kindness, and they will cook back to you in kind. The kids also got the chance to be part of "The Bear Readers Theaters." (From left) Michael McKeown, Blake Moore, and Luke Chrusciel play their roles in "Ira Sleeps Over." 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BULK RAT'i U.S. POSTAGE PAID Hsstir.pX’ 49052 penaiiNo.7 .Ini Your Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas Middleville hopes to sell sewer project bonds this spring by Elaine Gilbert Aisutant Editor Middleville’s proposed new sewage treatment facility is a step closer to becoming reality, replacing leaking and smelly lagoons that are 50 percent over capacity The Barry County Board of Commissioners last Tuesday gave its approval to the project, putting the wheels in motion toward allowing the village to sell bonds, with its financial backing, to finance the project in the spring. The board's action "is one step short" of authorizing the bond sale, attorney James White said, explaining the necessary procedure (hat includes authorizing County Drain Commissioner Robert Shaffer, dircctor/sccrctary of the County Department of Public Works, to contact the state Treasury Department regarding the issuance of bonds by the county. White said he will ask the county to authorize the bond sale in April. Village officials hope to ^advertise for bids for the project by the end of this month, receive bids by the end of March and conduct the bond sale in May. White said. The Michigan Department o( Natural Resources has ordered the village to upgrade or replace its sewage treatment facility by November, 1994 but that deadline has been extended to June 1995. Officials have authorized upgrading and replacing the sewer treatment method to a mechanical plant similar to the which will serve the Southwest Barry Sewage System. “They are under DNR order. The village doesn’t have a choice," White said of the project. The village will be responsible for paying the cost of the project, through payments from customers, and if something happens that the village cannot pay, the county can intercept the village's revenue sharing pay­ ments, he said. The maximum estimated cost for the new treatment plant is $2.79 million. The village has already spent $300,000, which it can use for a down payment on the total cost to reduce the amount of the bond issue or it can ask to have its village funds replenished. The County Board's resolution this week amends the village's advanced funds to $400,000 for flexibility with other costs. The village had hoped to get loan assistance from the stale revolving fund for the project. White said, but the shortage of money for such projects and the red tape in­ volved made officials decide to seek conventional bonds The project will not involve additional sewer hook-ups to the system at this time. All but seven residences in the village are currently part of the system, said Village Manager Everil Manshum Estimates call for each existing customer’s bill to climb from $54 to $90 per See Sewer bonds, Page 3 Other Council seats uncontested Antecki wins treasurer position in Caledonia Village primary by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Village Council Trustee Steve Antecki earned the Republican nomination for Village Council treasurer in last week’s village primary election. Antecki defeated fellow Republican candidate David Quillan 81-54 Unless Antecki is defeated by a write-in candidate in the March 14 election, the primary win virtually assures him of the treasurer’s post, since there is no Democratic Party candidate running for the office Antecki s decision to run for treasurer followed the an­ nouncement by incumbent Jay Shook that he would rxx seek re-election In seeking the treasurer’s job. Antecki gave up his pre­ sent trustee office on the coun­ cil. leaving that seat open, along with those of in­ cumbents Susan Bercncsi and Paula Moerland whose terms had expired Moerland. however, declared she has withdrawn from the race, but she did not make that decision m time to get her name removed from the Republican ticket for either the primary or the village election She received 56 votes m the primary Newcomer Charles Andy received 98 votes and Berencsi 80 on the Republican ticket No. 5 / March 1. 1994 Middleville, Michigan 49333 124th Year Steve Antecki I Despite the possibility that the Village Council may be voted out of existence, council elections will be held as usual If residents choose to keep their local government, a council must be in place to run it. Lone Democrat Arlene Oaks received six votes, possibly assuring her of a seat on the council if Moerland in­ deed steps down and write m votes do not play a factor There were eight write-in votes for the trustee seats in the primary Village Clerk Jackie Cherry noted that at the urging of a letter that went around the village. 24 village voters chose to write in Oaks as a Republican, even though she had filed as a Democrat Those 24 votes cannot count in a primary . she said Other Republican can­ didates for council ran unop­ posed on either ticket: — Incumbent Glen Klaver received 85 votes for council president There were five wnte-in votes for the office. — Incumbent Clerk Jackie Cherry received 87 votes There were four write-ins. — Incumbent Sandy Klaver received 79 votes for assessor with four write-ins cast. Cherry said that of the 539 registered voters in Caledonia Village. 143 voted in the Feb. 21 primary There were no ocher ques­ tions on the ballot In the March 14 election, however, village residents will vote not only for council officers, but also on whether the village will remain as a separate municipality Despite the possibility that the Village Council may be voted out of existence, council elections will be held as usual If residents choose io keep their local government, a council must be in place to run Robert Myers to step down in June Caledonia’s Superintendent to retire from district on June 30 bv Barbara Gall Staff Writer To Caledonia Schools Superintendent Robert Myers, his June 30 retirement is a "win-win" situation both for the school district and for himself. He sees his stepping down as an opportunity for the Caledonia school district to save money as it faces the painful probability of having to cut as much as SI million from its operaing budget. From a personal perspec­ tive, he acknowledges that re­ tirement doesn't look all bad, either. Myers will have served seven years as the head of the Caledonia Schools, and before that, he was superintendent of Farwell schools for five years. In all, he has served almost 30 years as an educator. "I can get pretty excited about trying something else,’’ he said. "You know, we tell our students to prepare for a changing work world, and we tell them that they may have Caledonia Schools Superintendent Robert Myers three or more different careers will retire in June. in their adult lives. At my age, and in these times, I can see moving on to something new" H Our state funding reform is Myers, who is 51, so far has forcing us to restructure, and worked as a middle school will cause us to downsize at teacher, a high school math every level. When I look at the teacher, a principal and a su­ perintendent. administrative team we have "In Farwell, which is a put together here, the most much smaller district than logical person to go is me. ” Caledonia, I was the business manager and the curriculum — Superintendent Robert Myers director and the personnel manager, as well as the super­ lion is empowering the staff, Caledonia has recruited five intendent," he smiled. "I think Caledonia High School is of the finest building princi­ I’ve covered a lot of ground in earning a national reputation pals to be found anywhere, education." for its restructuring efforts lie said he thinks those princi­ He said he believes that he and technology is revamping pals. along with the high has contributed "about all I the way students at all levels school assistant principal, the can" to the Caledonia schools, will gather and communicate district's business manager, and that it is time for someone information? curriculum director and else to take over the leader­ Part of bis reason is practi­ deputy superintendent, can do ship role in the district. cal. a fine job of running the dis­ Asked what t*e sees as most Our state funding reform is trict significant during bis tenure forcing us to restructure, and He pointed out, too, that bis in Caledonia, he said it was will cause us to downsize at own children now are grown the planning and building of every level." he said. "When 1 and independent, and that he the new middle school, "if look at the administrative is the only member of the ad­ you're talking about team we have put together ministrative team with enough something you can see, here, the most logical person years of service to begin something that you can point to go is me " to." See Retirement tet. Page 2 Myers said that be believes That new facility is sched­ uled to open in the fall of 1995. "But the other thing that I think is just as exciting is the increased spirit of cooperation among the teachers and staff • Michigan Municipal League rep. to that has developed. I don't explain dissolution situation take credit for that; I just • Primary winners named in Freeport, think it’s wonderful the way our teachers now m,et to Middleville share ideas, to plan together • Caledonia planners recommend two what’s good for kids." rezoning amendments Then the question becomes, why leave now? Why leave • CHS students excel at district band just as an exciting new middle ensemble school is nearing completion, a heightened spirit of coopera- In This Issue.... �Page 2 I The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml / March 1, 1994 RETIREMENT SET, continued from front apge— drawing retirement benefits. "We must have 30 years We hope that other staff servfce to draw •retirement," members thinking about he explained. "With our new retirement retirement will take the incentive (see the Feb. 22 edi­ incentive opportunity. But I’ve tion of The Son und News ), 1 always believed that being a can buy my last half year and leader means you aren’t afraid be able to draw my retirement in July. I am the only to be the first to take Caledonia administrator who the step. J5 can do that." Myers said that he believes the present administrative said he has talked personally worked with Myers say he team could even divide up the to each of the board members. will be missed. superintendent's duties, and He was praised by other of­ "It did make me feel good thus save the district his when they all expressed regret ficials for his community $88,100 salary plus benefits. at my decision to retire. " he outreach and for bis close "If the team could handle said. relationship to Caledonia my present duties so the dis­ He also sent a letter thank­ students themselves. trict would not have to hire a ing each member of the board "I've worked closely with new superintendent, at least that originally hired him in Bob on a lot of issues," noted for a while, it would be a 1986. In that letter, he noted Caledonia Village Council bcxxi for Caledonia," he said that since 1986, the number of President Glen Klaver, point­ "We hope that other staff students in Caledonia schools ing out that both the expan­ members thinking about re­ has jumped from 1,900 to sion of the village's wastewa­ tirement will take the incen­ 2.500, and that both Kettle ter treatment system and the tive opportunity. But I've al­ l^ke and Dutton elementaries new partnership in a public ways believed that being a have grown from small water system required a lot of leader means you aren't afraid "outlying" schools to equal communication between the to be the first to take the size and status with Caledonia village and the schools step.*’ Elementary. "His cooperation and help Myers said that as yet he The former 250-student ju­ will be missed." Klaver said. has nothing specific planned nior high is now a 600-student “We have formed a good after his June 30 retirement middle school for grades six working relationship, now; His wife, Candace, will con­ through eight; the high school our communication lines are tinue at least for a while in her has totally changed its philos­ open, and if I have a question position with Grand Valley ophy and structure as it moves on anything. I give him a call State University, so they have toward meeting the needs of the very first thing, and we've no plans to leave the area today s world and technology sent a lot of information back "I think I’ll enjoy sleeping has become "a centerpiece for and forth. in for a while," Myers learning." "I'm sorry to sec him leave, grinned. "Right now, I'm just "It has been an exciting but I wish him the very best," reading the want ads. I'll take time to be in Caledonia." he Klaver added. some time to look around." "I can't say anything but said Although the school board Despite Myers' belief that good about Bob," said will not take official action on his retirement could help the Caledonia Schools Business Myers' retirement until the district through a tough fi­ Manager Judi Dean. "I think March 15 board meeting, he nancial time, those who have that the one thing that says more about him than anything else is that I've never felt like I'm working for Bob, but with him. He may be the leader of the team, but he doesn't demand the direction the rest of us have to take in doing our jobs. He just helps and suppons us in every way will prepare pour return correctlu he can. and ot a good price! "The other thing I would want to say is that I don't be­ Stave Antecki, M.S.A. • 891-9401 lieve there is another superin­ I MAKf HOUSf CALLS tendent in the state who can walk into any one of their MAKE LIFE LESS TAXING Tax Management and More Inc. March in for a New Perm! Receive... $500off ANNINGN spoming I^Soon.'y STYLE You MUST BRING THIS AD FOR SAVINGS. Offer Expires March 31, 1994 3363 68th Street S.E. (In Dutton Professional Bldg Caledonia. MI 49316 (616) 696-1991 Open Monday-Saturday Wednesday & Thursday til 8 p.m buikhngs and have every stu­ dent in that school know who be is. And not only that, he knows them by name. "His style is truly unique." Myers’ secretary. Lets Bailard. agreed. "One of his goals when be came here was that every stu­ dent would know who he is," she said. "At least several days a week he’s in the schools just to have lunch with the kids, to walk in the halls, or go to classrooms and talk to them. They seem to feel he’s truly there for their interests, and they feel comfortable with him. He’s really tuned into kids. "He's also maintained an open door policy for anyone in the community to come and talk to him about their con­ cerns. He's very accessible, and I believe that is one of his greatest strengths." Caledonia Middle School Principal Clark Volz first worked with Myers in Farwell, when Myers hired him as an elementary princi­ pal. Volz was recruited by Myers again, this time to con­ sider the CMS principalship. "A couple of things stand out about Bob," said Volz. "One is his drive toward making education count. He really commits all his drive and energy to that purpose. The other thing I would say is that I’ve never known any su­ perintendent to put kids first like he does. "I've seen him grow as an educator, especially in the way he involves the commu­ nity and staff in education. But he always has been com­ mitted to kids. That is his hallmark. "We have a good adminis­ trative team here, and that, too, is Bob's work. He has shaped it. It's going to be tough to lose him." "I really think he knows every kid in the school dis­ trict, and I know they all know him,” echoed John Finkbeiner, who has just completed his 15th year on the Caledonia School Board. "His ability to relate to peo­ ple is probably his greatest skill, but his leadership in this district has been super. He's taken the Caledonia schools and headed them toward the 21st century." Finkbeiner, who is a life­ long resident of Caledonia, said that the school board has been very pleased with the way Myers consistently has responded to board requests. "We are responsible to the community, and we try to re­ lay the community's wishes to the schools through the super­ intendent. We feel he has been most responsive to our community and interested in what the community wants of its schools. "You know, it's not easy io have seven bosses," Finkbeiner laughed. "But we on the board are seven indi­ viduals with seven different views, and we don t always agree, nor does Bob always agree with us. But he never holds a grudge. "In fact, he s a great mender of fences, and perhaps his greatest accomplishment here is that he has worked with this very diverse group of people — teachers, board members, bus drivers, custodians, cooks, mechanics — and gotten all of them to focus on what's good for kids. Middleville kids help local organizations Brod Warren, a fifth-grade teacher at Page Elemen­ tary in Middleville, presented a check for $210 to Barry County Red Cross Executive Director Karen Despres, on behalf of the schools' fifth graders. by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Love Inc. and the Barry County chapter of the Red Cross were benefactors of the generosity of Middleville fifth-graders recently. All seven fifth-grade classes at Page Elementary decided to donate money they would have spent on gifts for each other and the teachers at Christmas time. Those acts of sharing resulted in the gathering of $420. The students then voted where the money would go They decided that half would slay in Barry County and be given to Love Inc The other half went to the Red Cross. Once again, the students voted and overwhelmingly decided that the money should be used for the earthquake victims in California Teacher Brad Warren said. ‘ The kids got really excited about this. On the day of our party, the fund was $1 80 short of $100 When one of the student’s moms came in. her child begged for the extra “All of the kids were thrill ed about helping?” Love Inc., Executive Director Steve Reid (right) received a $210 check from Page Elementary teacher Brod Warren. The money came from donations mode by the fifth-graders at the Middleville school. ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT TURKEY DINNER Sat., March 5th • 5 to 7:30 P.M. • s6.00 Adults • s3.50 6 to 12 FREE 5 and Under Sponsored by Bowne Center United Methodist Church Located at the corner of 84th St. and ___________ Alden Nash [M-50) �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I March 1, 1994 / Page 3 Caledonia High School announces ‘honor roll’ 12th tirade Honor Roll — Kim Abbott. Carol Frane. Adam Gall. Matt Lieske. Chris Love. Kevin Tafelsky. Jonathan Oldfield, Janelle Vilardi Paul Harrison. Matthew Priskom, Lindy Burros. Tam­ my Lynn, Sarah Shoemaker. Enc Snyder. Jamie Detwiler. Brent Boncher. Melisa Dykgraaf, Erin Kaiser. Greg PavlovK. Ann Schafer. Joe Simkins, Chns Smith Brigitte Stephen. Jason Tanner. Ryan Wikzer, Janelle Douglas. Sue Grevers. Aman­ da Moore. Terri Sc he ide I. Came Snoap. Jill Ruthig. Michelle Nederhoed. Tami Cunningham. Karyn Duba. Amy Overholt. Elizabeth Smith. Phil Sumac. Rachel Goodnough Superintendent’s Corner by.. Steve Garrett Superintendent of Thornapple Kellogg A combined 55 years of service! By Alice Jansma. Business Manager finest Corner Mane and John Kcrmcen of Parmalec Road in Middleville have combined for 55 years of service to the staff and students of the Ihornapplc Kellogg School District. Marie started working for the district in the fall of 1965 al the West Elementary School as a n<x>n aide. At that time, Rebecca Lee was the principal and Earl Van Sickle was the superintendent John started as a bus driver in September of 1968 He work cd for Elmer Bender, who was transportation supervisor at that time Marte joined John as a bus driver in 1971 — she was one of the ladies who drove bus In the 1960s and early 70s men outnumbered women as bus drivers Marie stayed on as a noon aide, driving bus in the morning and afternoon Both John and Marie have many tales to tell When they stop and look back, they have driven three generations of students to and from school. Without naming names — some of the high school students lhev started with are now grandparents to students attending elementary school in the district. Both John and Marie have had noon kindergarten runs for many years. Of course, to Marie they are all her ‘kids’* Driv­ ing a kindergarten run can be a real experience — they call you “Mom’’ — “Grandma” — ‘‘Teacher’’ and tell you all of their secrets, along with showing you what they have accomplished at school. Marie and John have been introduced to many of the animals, usually dogs, who meet the children when they are picked up or dropped off Field trips have been to the circus, orchard, fire bam, turkey farm and many other destinations both near and far. Driving for the athletic “teams’’ that represent Thomapple Kellogg has been a part of John and Marie’s life. Again, many tales could be told — driving home a winning football team certainly has an advantage ovr being on the bus with a coach and 20 to 30 cold, muddy, unhappy young men who feel very down after a losing effort Then it is part of the job to clean the bus because it needs to be used for a regular run Girls' basketball has been especially close to Marie s heart. She has driven her girls for many years. They have been suc­ cessful. so it has been to districts and regional* after the regular season has ended. Coach Sprague and the girls have always ap predated Mane with her smile and words of encouragement Job descriptions are very important to many people, but the job description that comes to mind when you think of John and Marie is that of an individual who has a job to do and who will be there to do it. no matter what the weather or destination Bus driving is not just driving the bus. but is being responsi­ ble for the vehicle — pre-tnp checking tires, lights, minors, and nuking sure the fuel is sufficient for the run. cleaning the inside and nuking sure the bus ready for a safe trip. The Board of Education, staff and especially the students, past and present of Thorrupple Kellogg School, salute John and Mane Kenneen for their many dedicated and unselfish years of service to the district. Alichael Kelly Blanchard "A Storyteller for the Heart” March 6 - 6:00 pm at the Dutton Christian .Middle School, on Hanna Lake Ave. just north of 68th St. All are welcome! Redeemer Covenant Church Benji Lillie. Elizabeth Rogers. Sharon Anderson, Meredith Denison. Kim Gross. Jody Hatnck. Heidi Hoekstra. Dustin Ruth. Jodi StawKki. Brun Hanna. Shan da Nagel. Rebecca Risdon. Tim Segaar. Rebecca Moody. My la Stewart Honorable Mention — Chris Overmire. Benji Potgeter. Karry Rogers. Deb­ bie Soest. Brian Folkersma. Paula Hackney. Jill Ayers. Sarah Perrin. Robert Ander­ son. Kim DeVries. Jon VanRyn. Dana Bolt. Conny Ool. Shenandoah Bradley. Allyson Kieda, Tarin Lintemuth. Sara Dawson. Benjamin Diehl. Jose Miciei. Brun Nowak. Todd Hoek. Crystal Lanser. Tnsta Frantti. Jacob Gould. Lisa Grimes. Lisa memmer. Elisha Bravata. Daren Caskey. Heather Pelletier. Eric Vanderloon. Nicole Nicholas. Wendy Cizauskas. Chris Moore. Peter Parbel. Brun Purdy . Pau Id Slachter. Chris Stephens. Michele Brower. Neila Gorton. Edward Green­ man, D’Anna Hopper, Yousself Niang 11th Grode Honor Roll — Sarah Flegel. Julie Furst. Jill Leatherman. Adam Paariberg. Melissa Brower. Bridget Casey. Joshua Vanderbrink. Shanna Reynolds. Becky Hanna. Mis­ ty Pearson. Sara Robertson. Joy Geerligs. Michael Pries Janice Welton. Enc Cons­ tant. Katie Donker. Rachel Labelle. Jaimic Oatley. Holly Debrie. Paul Minder, Kimberly King. Timothy Baker. Krystal Bos. Jason Crisman. Regina Dcruiter, Brad Fortuna. Danielle Gallert, Sarah Lambert, Kelley Spence, Marc Vandervelde. Stephanie Worman, Nicole Yonker. Heather Zoet, Jessica Fleischmann. Richard Milock. Kelly Wilson. Sarah Gless, Lisa Peterson, Jenny Vanderlaan. Jennifer Hansen. Kayne Culbertson. Rhonda Hackney. Stephen Young, Kay Klingensmith. Jenny Millard, Kann Pitt Honorable Mention — Wendy Faber. Debra Foote. Brad Mulder. Kirsten Neil, Dan Rundhaug, Dorothy Benham. Brian Holwerda, Julie Tuinstra. Brian Carter, Holly Olthouse, Laura Swainston. Jason Vantil, David Uyl, Kevin Bloem. Eric Fritzler, Matt Hum­ phrey. Jason McFarlan. Pal Stegeman. Heather Zigler, Chad Dykgraaf. Clarence Fuller. Nicole Niedzwiecki. Amy Perkins. Heather Vanenk. Amanda Konetzka. Katie Post. Jodi Vandervelde. Brun White. Derika Jousma. Lori Kayser. Angekla Wilkinson, Raymond Slew art. Matt Barr Katherine Devries, Jason Gardner, Knsi Huizinga, Bradi Porter 10th Grode Honor Roll — Anne SEWER BONDS from front page quarter. He noted that Middleville has the lowest cost in the area for combined water and sewer charges. There was no opposition to the project ai public hearings that hate been held. Manshum said In the future, ibe village estimates an addiuonai ISO to 200 hook-ups at a mobile home park. As more customers are added to the system costs ’should bold or go down.’ he said Whisner. Jill Klapmust. Amanda Deblaay. Nicole Potgeter. Lisa Constant. Eric Rogers. Chris Allen. Jamie Paffhausen. Shannon Sheehan. Sarah Ward. Michael Meyers. Adam Peter­ son. Thomas Salisbury. Christy Teeling. Timothy Burri. Erin Freeman. Jackalyn Empie. Ben Ham son Shen Vredevoogd. Jeff Born. Keri Reiffer. Joel Craven. Amanda Jacobs. Bren Long. Sarah Parbel. Kane Sobczak. Dan Corstange. Rachel Comegy’s. Kristina Vanbelkum. Jill Bon­ ner. Jason Eakins. Dan Ayriss. Jason Buys. Bryan Dezeeuw. Chris France. Laune Gotch. Kara Palma. David Pell. Aaron Pnskorn. Rebecca Shoemaker. Stephanie Vandenberg. Jenelle W’tennga. Shawn Mc­ Cormick. Melissa Otto. Lysa Ferguson. Katie Lappin. Christina Spica. Sarah Berends Nathan Cook. Jayme Cramer. Becky Hudson. Can Hudson. Jennifer Gutierrez. Thomas Grant. Renee Simoneau. Kara Gordon. Faith Blauwkamp. Mark Bon cher. Rebecca Brown. Jason Carpenter. Jennifer Feenstra. Kelly Veiling. Jonci Warner Honorable Mention — John Grinstead. Chrysta Worst. Cheryl White. Monica Smith. Heather Breen. Theresa Hutcheson. Richard Ipenu. Steven Klingensmith. Kim Stegenga. Ryan Stephen. Nick Vandenberg Alisha Adrianse. Jason Goodin. Enc Segaar. Jill Gardner. Lori Mollema. Matt Bushman. Tabitha Korf. Nicole Vanderloon. Scott Belanger. Liz Diehl. Sherry Bourrac. Jason Moore. Sara Bedard. Kelli Dombush. Lin­ da Hansen. Lisa Vanryn. Nathan Gless. Michael Hoebeke. John Graham. Dan Jakel. Curt Pyper. John Sh CHS honor roll. Pago 14 Meeting set for Tuesday March 1 Michigan Municipal League rep to explain dissolution situation A representative of the Michigan Municipal League will discuss the procedures and answer questions about village dissolution at an open meeting this evening. Tues­ day. March 1. The meeting will begin at 7 pm in the high school cafeteria According to the Save Our Village Committee, which ar­ ranged for the informational program. Wayne Steude, General Counsel of the MML, will discuss what happens when a village dissolves itself, where this has taken place, and what procedures can be followed if a dissolved village would ever want to incor­ porate again. General questions will be encouraged The SOV Committee em­ phasizes that this will not be a debate on the subject, but an opportunity for residents to get their quest tons answered about the dissolution issue before the March 14 election Anyone with questions can call Steve Antecki at 891 9401 Tin SUNSATIONS Thee Place for • c TANNING and NAILS: 891-4040 9790 C harry Valloy Road (M 37) J _ILLI.lt I klilklAXA Make Paradise a Reality 7ll Need a little paradise in your life? See us about a vacation loan. It could be the afford­ able way to get away from it all. Talk to us about a loan and payment plan that fits your style. And enjoy yourself! Qiate 'Bf* MAIN OFFICE 627 East Si Catedonia. Ml tsi« 991-9113 ALEDONIA THE FIRST NAME IN COMMUNITY SERVICE BANKING DUTTON 2305 68th St SE Dutton f616) 6966337 AH 3 Locations Open AH Day Monday shr u Fnday and hi Noon Saturday MIDDLEVILLE 303 North Arlington Mi<jdieviHe; Mi (616) 795-3361 FDIC — *— —LfNDCR s 1 | �Page 4 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I March 1. 1994 bors i with NORMA VELDERMAN . Hi, everyone Wasn't that ram and sudden thaw that came last weekend wonder­ ful-7 Today. Wednesday, the 23rd, we have snow, cold and wind I guess that some areas have sleet, making traffic much slower. Our daughter Cay usually is home by 5:30. but traffic was so slow and slippery that she got home at 6:15 instead Well. I guess that this is February and you can expect most anything Russ Bender said that Joan and Virgil came to sec him Sunday and they went out to dinner Then they went oyer to see Alice. Russ said that they had a real nice visit Mary Noah said that grand­ son Terry and family were there this week They live m North Carolina Mary Vander Wai went to Florida for a few weeks. Then grand­ son Greg Noah came over for the weekend to see his brother. Terry, and family . Luana and Lynn Tolan went to Bay City for the weekend, just to get away by themselves and relax Lib Palmer said that they had a good “Walk for Warmth- last Saturday. Feb 19. They walked on the road and had real good weather Lib said that Carolyn and two boys went to Flonda for a Virginia Root said that David Johnson and family came over to have supper w ith her at her home Virginia Root said that she and Ella Fisher had been fnends for 70 years So it seems to Virginia tht a part of her is gone. I can sure feel for her loss, but when it comes to really understanding. I can only give her a big verbal hug for herioss Florence Fiala said that the Hospital Guild met at Mid­ Villa Tuesday Lucille Getty said that Max­ ine Fedewa came over for lunch and they had a nice afternoon visit Lois Bremer s son. Ken and wife, came for a visit Sunday and the rest of the family came over Ken and Vicky brought their exchange stu­ dent with them, as well as the rest of their family My Braille teacher came this afternoon to help me start learning how to handle my Outspoken program on the computer George is familiar with an IBM and we are learn­ ing it together He goes through with it. step by step, and before he leaves he tapes w hat he wants me to do for a week. If he doesn't do that, it leaks right out of my head. By constant repetition during the next week. I may begin to grasp a little of what it is all about It will be a slow pro­ cess. but at least I will be working on trying to master it. I am so grateful to him for his patience and willingness to learn something different so I can make better use of my computer. Well, folks. I guess this is all for this week. A great big hug to all of you. Jessica Frisbie to train for Kent County program A 1993 Caledonia High School graduate was accepted in February for the cadet pro­ gram at the Kent County Cor­ rectional Facility Jessica L. Fnsbie began full-time studies in the correc­ tions field at Grand Rapids Community College, and ap­ plied to the Kent County pro­ gram in June She was contacted in November about her interest in the program, and was ac­ cepted after a series of inter­ views. background checks, reference checks and drug testing Her responsibilities present­ ly include monitoring gates and cameras and working at the facility’s visitor reception desk Jessica Frisbie Jessica is the daughter of Dick and Debbie Fnsbie of Aho. LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church — Serving a Living Lord SUNDAY.......9 45 a m , 11:00 a m 4 6 00 p m WEDNESDAY.......................... Family Fellowship Prayer k Bible Study 7 00 p.m 7240 Mih Street. SE - Caledonia 2 mile* Mat of M-37 Pastor. Rev. Brian F Hamson Youth Pastor, Darrel L. Schrock Music, Jeffery C. Vander Heide CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A church with a caring heart for our community and the world Sunday Services....... 9:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. M-37 at 100th St.. Caledonia. Ml Church Office: (616) 891-1512 Rev. Gerald Van Oyen Al Tiemeyer Community Calling FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville Bruce N. Stewart, Pastor Lee Taylor, Assistant Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Service Sunda> Evening Service Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer Word of Life Club* 9:45 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m. 6:45 p.m. 6:45 p.m. WELCOME TO Pastor Scott Taylor Reaching People With Christ 8.30 am to 9:30 am — First Worship Service 9 30 am to 9 45 am — Coffee Fellowship 9 45 am to 10:45 am — Sunday School 10:45 am to 11:00 am — Coffee Fellowship 11OO am to 12 00 — Second Worship Service Nursery and Childrens Church will be provided during both services Pioneer Club (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday.....................6 30 p.m Prayer Meeting - Wednesday........................... 7:00 p.m. Youth Fellowship - Sunday.............................. 5:00 p.m. RAY TOWNSEND. Poster TN D0U8LESTEW. Youth Director Barner Free • M-37 between Caledonia A Middleville Children's Church Youth Wonhip during morning icmcc*. Camay St puppet mimsiry for K4th during evemn| tcrvu.es Sunday School 9:45-10:45 Wednesday Sight “Family Night” School Youth Croup and Adult Classes For information call: 891-81 19 ____ Morning Worship Service.......... Sunday School.............................. Evening Worship Service........... Phone 891-9259 1000 am 6 00 pm. YOU ARE INVITED Saturday Evening Mass......................... 5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass....................9 00 a m k 1100 a m. Rev Roger Timmerman. Pastor 795-3667 WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH MIDDLEVILLE and PARMELEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES 8546 Whitneyville Ave cf 84m St *89* -8661 The Ouc* khere ewtxx* b somebody and Jesus Chnsf s Lonf 111 Church Street Sanaa* School.................................... 930 o Sunoov Momrg Wonho.................... <030a m Saxjay hiorMrig Worshc;................. .....600 pm Wed Mcwee* *o*er 4 Boe ----- 700 p m aw MkrJctxr aa» S^jxucr >aT<gv U<e.ccna> Uac> Parmelee Morning Worship............ 9 30 a m Middleville Sunday School............. 9 45 a m Middleville Worship........................ 110O a m St. Paul Lutheran MISSOURI SYNOD Phone 795-7076 8 30 a m 945 a m 1100 a.m. Rev. Robert Gerke 891-8688 Office / 891-8978 Church GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH r 12200 Chief Noonday Rond (at Cion Lake) Wayland. Michigan 4934* • 795-7903 Barner free / Programs for All Ages yllSL __ Sunday Worship 10 00 am Sunday School i JL Wednesday 6 00 pm Church Office Phone — 795-9266 5590 Whitneyville Ave . S E Alto, Michigan 49302 Pastor Jeffrey Lee Sunday Morning Worship Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship ■Family Sight' Cornerstone Wesleyan Church 1600 am 1100 am 6 00 p m Kraft Ave. & 84th St., Caledonia, Ml Rev. Lynn Wagner - 795-3798 (The (Old Cinir JHrtljadist (Church Ser*< es — Sunday School Morning Worship Evening Worship God's family) Rev. Carroll Fowler — 765-5316 “God Cares for You” Meeting at the Comer of Wood School Rd. and Wing Rd. 6:45-8:15 Includes Adventure Club, Chan for Children and Attahs. High 891 -8028 708 West Main Street Rev. James Cusack Rev. Bobby Dale Whitlock Sunday Morning Worship (Interpreted lor hearing impaired)............... 9:30 a.m. 11:10a.m. Sunday School............... ..6:30p.m Sunday Evening Service. Peace Reformed Church Sunday Worship Senices....... 8:30 or 11:00,6:00 (Come join our family Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street 250 Vine Street Church Office 891-8669 Parsonage 891-8167 Rev. Bernard Mulder, Pastor 868-6306 MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Church School.................... 9:30 a m Choir Practice ....................9:30 a.m. Worship Service............... 10:30 a.m ..9:30 a.m. 10:30 a.m. . 6:00 p.m. Sunday School............. Sun. Morning Worship. Evening Service........... Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue 1 Timothy 4 12 CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST CHRISTIAN REFORMED 6201 Whitneyville Avenue LEIGHTON UNITED METHODIST Gaines United Brethren Oiurvh Kalamazoo Avenue at 92nd Street Caledonia. Michigan Telephone 698-8252 Pastor Mark Beers LAKESIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH Sunday School 10 00 a m Morning Worship 1100am Evening Worship 6 00 p m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting/ Children's Classes 7 00 p.m. Rovle Ballard, Pastor - 868-6437 - The Reorganized CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST of Latter Day Saints IIU Si near Whme>v.lk Aw Church School StMveiay................... 10:00 a.m Morning Worship...... 11 00 a m. Evening Worship....... 6:00 p m Wed __ Fellowship........7:30 p.m. on homes or church) call Pastor Lloyd DeVormer Sr. 897-7407 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I March M994 I Paoe 5 Storyteller, musician to visit local church Redeemer Covenant Church will bring Christian vocalist and writer Michael Kelly Blanchard to West Michigan for an evening con­ cert at the Dutton Christian Middle School at 6 p m. Sun­ day. March 6. For more than 20 years Blanchard, a Connecticut native, has written songs, pro­ se and plays that connect peo pie to the merciful and loving heart of God As a solo per former on guitar and piano, he tells stones with a tender touch to help people laugh and cry both at the human condi­ tion and the renewing power of God's unconditional love He has written songs such as Jesus the Lord of the Lonely Inside. “1 Love You. I Do. You Bet. and Be Ye Glad’ The evening concert is presented to the community at no charge, and all are invited A free-will offering will be accepted to cover expenses Redeemer Covenant Church meet*, at the Dutton Christian Middle School, on Hanna Lake Avenue just north of 68th Street For more in­ formation. call 698-8001 Parenting adolescents classes begin Mar. 7 For those who have felt discouraged or inadequate as parents of an adolescent. Gun Lake Community Church is offering a senes of classes designed to help. Parents can gam understan­ ding and ways to improve parent-adolescent child relationships Barry County social worker Chery I Overmire and juvenile court worker Cliff Barry will combine their experiences and teach proven techniques from the STEP (Systematic Techniques for Effective Parenting) program Caledonia OES to meet March 8 Caledonia Chapter No 97 of the Order of Eastern Star received help from Vesta Chapter No. 202 of Ada in February The local OES also had a visit from George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. The group's KXMh anniver­ sary open house is set for Sun day. July 10, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Caledonia Masonic Temple The next meeting will be held on March 8 at 7:45 p.m. All members are welcome Lunch will be served by Ken and Millie Pomtt Topics will include com­ munication. self-esteem, responsibility and discipline. The parenting class will meet at Gun Lake Community Church for an eight-week series beginning Monday. March 7 from 7 to 9 pm. The cost is SI5 (special ar­ rangements may be set up). Interested parents should call GLCC office at 795-7903 to register Dutton students feature gadgets, arts and crafts at fair If there’s o need for a gadget, someone is bound to invent it. How bout a baseball organizer for the Little League pitcher, or a newspaper packer to help with the recycling effort? And to moke even the yuckiest chore more pleasant, how about a trash container that thanks you for using it? All these and more were on display lost week during Dutton Elementary’s Annual Arts. Crafts and Science Fair, sponsored by the PTO. Showing off their inventions ore fourth­ graders Nick Slot, Eli Cryderman and Heidi Was yen berg. INTERESTOAtr |!MIIMi|UITni Lowest Payment In Michigan. Old Kent’s new Interest-Only Home Equity Line of Credit gives you a minimum monthly payment that’s over 60% lower than any leading bank in the state*. 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' ’But each one of you is uni­ que There’s not another you anywhere in the world." Punchy D Robot’s self­ esteem building message also includes a “say no to drugs" component, too. and before the program was over, the students were shouting, really shouting. “No way, Jose!" when Punchy asked them what they’ll say to anyone who offers them drugs or alcohol. All this serious stuff, however, came after a 45-minuic presentation that literally had the kids in Pun chy’s cushioned lap With his bright blue eyes blinking and his digital mouth reeling off a witty patter that Stop and see — your choice is clear. Richard J. Choryan, O.D. DOCTOR OF OPTOMETRY 133 E Main St.. Caledonia. Ml 891-9224 kept both kids and teachers weak with laughter. Punchy used humor to teach his messages to the Caledonia students But the robot show ed it has a “soft" side too. and welcomed hugs from the students, as well as their lively participation in “his” presentation A product of the Go Well and Kent Company of Mt Holly, N.J . the robot and its human friend. Rusty, travel around the country presenting the self-esteem and anti-drug program to schools and to adult groups as well. How the robot actually works is kept a trade secret, however, and Rusty would only say with a grin that he’ll be out of a job if Punchy ever learns bow to drive Rusty would say that the robot was developed about 12 years ago. and the program the Caledonia students saw has been on the road for about seven years "We’re especially trying to help with building self-esteem because a kid can’t say ’no’ until he or she has that selfesteem." Rusty said "That’s why the big em­ phasis on the SI million machine Drug abuse and other peer pressure problems all arc related to a lack of self­ esteem ” Rusty said that Punchy's presentations are geared to different age groups Besides the upper elemen tary program, there is a K-3 program and there are presen tat ions for adult groups,too. “The older elementary students are probably the most receptive,” Rusty com­ mented. “They can enter into the fun, but they’re also old enough to get the message The younger kids are so awed by the robot itself that sometimes the message part doesn’t get through as we'd like. “Adults can really be fun, too, once they quit feeling a little silly talking to a robot. " Along with building students’ respect for their own wonderful bodies. Punchy gets in a few other positive messages too. He and the kids talk about whether it's okay to look a lit­ tle different. When he took on the role of a Lamborghini sports car as part of his act. he and the student "driver" made sure seat belts were fastened and sun glasses were on. "When I saw this program at another school. I just knew we had to have Punchy come to Caledonia. * ’ said Caledonia Elementarv Principal Gordon Nickels "We kept rt a secret from the kids. When Punchy rolled into the gym. they were totally shocked We wanted it to be a complete surprise " “This has been a great au­ dience." Rusty said of the Caledonia students “I’ve been in all kinds of schools and have seen inner city kids and kids who go to school way out in the middle of nowhere. “Punchy and I give this group a 9.5 on a scale of 10.” 'Punchy' holds the rapt attention of Caledonia Elementary students and staff as he presents his humorous, slightly wise-cracking preview to his real message designed to bolster students' self-esteem and help them say No way, Jose!' to drugs. (t We’re especially trying to help with building self-esteem because a kid can’t say ‘no’ until he or she has that self-esteem. 5' What couki the kids have done to get a perfect score? “Nothing." Rusty grinned. “I never give out 10s. Nobody’s perfect If they were. Punchy and 1 would be out of a job." 72C. OX MEMBER OF IAAM NSPA • INDIVIDUALS • CORPORATIONS • PARTNERSHIPS • FARMS • BUSINESS • ACCOUNTING • PAYROLLS ELECTRONIC FILING (Federal & State) Financial Planning centre This year we have been accepted to participate in the federal as well as the ‘State of Michigan Electronic Filing. No extra charge when we are the preparer. HASTINGS OFFICE 505 W APPLE — HOURS — Mon -Fn 9 im to 6 p m M1D0LEVILLE ornct 111 BROADWAY Sun Closed 945-5429 FAX # (616) 795-3420 Caledonia Elementary student Doug Lynch fastens the seat belt' of his Lam­ borghini,' as Punchy plays the role of Doug s dream car. The message behind the fun was that just as apple strudel won't fuel a sports cor, drugs won't fuel the real $1 million machine, the human body. 795-3387 •State ot Michigan is limited to refunds only and form 1040 and CR’s •This is a Pilot Program tor 1993 returns Caledonia Middle School offers students on ‘honor roll’ 6th Grade Honor Roil — Angela Adrianse, Angela Barr, Brooke Berends, Stacy Blackbum. Elise Boncher, Alison Buys. Molly Crydcrman. Jessica Curry, Travis Dahlberg, Beverly DeFouw. Elizabeth Dclange. Christina Devormer, Heather Duffield. Nicole Eakins, Lea Frantti. Jacob Gerst, Jaimie Griffith. Pamela Grimes, Roberta Grundy. Ryan Hanson, Jen­ nifer Hartley, Danielle Mendry, Andrew Jackson, Nicholas Jenema, Lindsay Knapp. Zachary Knight, David Komalski. Brian Lillie, James Longman, Jacylyn Manne. Kristin Manning Laura McGilton, Sarah Meekhof. Jason Nagel, An­ drew O’Conner, Jessica Oct, Joshua Pearson, Nathan Peterson. Meghann Phillips, Samantha Polmanteer, Sandy Poma. Rachel Quillan, Man Reavis, Tiffany Renker, Ezra Reurink. Eric Richard, Stephanie Rone, Ann Schmidt James Sheehan, Katie Shoemaker. Ryan Stott, Blair Spence. Lindsey TePastte, Rochelle Thomas. Peter Vander Veen. Joey Vaughn. Mathew VanVelsen Barry Van Volkinburg, Courtney Wiersum Hoeorabk Mention — Paula Alien. Rosie Arnold, Mike Bashlor. Came Baxter. Kim Besteman, Tiffany Blackford, April Boorsma, Luke Bos. Scott Brown, Nicole Bultman, Katie Clausen, Shantelle Cooley, Chris Cox, Cleve Crook, Kyle Dausman, Chadd Dill, Nick Draft, Stacy England, Erin Finkbeiner, Martha Frantti, Katie Freeman, Shawn Fnsbie, Matt Goetzel, Gina Gotch, Kristy Green, Katie Harrison, Ryan Haywixid Michael Hocksema, Krystal Holdredge, Justin Johnson, Justina Killgore. Kevin Kin­ ney. Kristin KJ under, Melissa Komg, Brooke Kwekel, Bran­ dy LaLone, Nick Lazarus, Richard Leatherman, Ana Longman, Kevin Longstreet, Heather Love. Kristi Loynes, Todd Maines. Lucas Mayer. Lucas Meekhof, Ferrel Mejeur Steven Mercer, Amber Moose, Enn Mulder, Jeff Olthouse, Kyle Perkins, Shelley Peterson, Mitchell Petz. Josh Rogers. Karl) Sarver. David Schadler, Jared Schut, Knsly Schuyler, An­ thony Shefferly, Bobby Shepherd, Tracey Sims, An­ drew Sinclair, Jessica Smith Sarah Soper, Brittany Stanley Scan Stearns. Joshua Stein. Naomi Slewart. Kelly Smplin, Matthew Java, Emi ly Temple, Elizabeth TenBrock, Black VandeBunte, Erie VanderVeldc. Lance V an M ai t»ma, Jessica Veneklase, Ryan Vilardi, Kelli Wagner, Jesse Ward, Shannon Wiers, Nick Zientar ski, Jennifer Martin. 7th tirade Stephanie Algera, Meghan Arrigo, Matthew Aynss, Ben Benting, Kristie Barr, Aaron Buys, Jennifer Cavannaugh, Rusty Chapin, Alison Corbin, Matthew Craven, Renee Cromer, Brian Davis, Stacey DcBlaay Jennifer DeBoer, Juilia Faist, Jennifer Fink beiner, Jesse Flegel, Elizabeth Bortuna, Joel Fortuna. Sun­ shine Fowler Steven Freas, Emily Friedrich, Lois Gerke, Adam Gless, Mark Hofman, Zach Hollinshead, Lcesa Hull. An­ drea Huver, Ryan James, Joseph Johnson, Eric Jones. Brandis Kcesling, Alyson Kopenski, Bryan Kraft. Jean Licari, Jason Lucas, Lindsay Luetkemeyer, Mitchell McRoy Erin Mesecar, Betty Jo Meyer, Crystal Meycnnk, Joshua Moody, Mustin Morgensen, Douglas Mur­ phy, Dan Myszak, Chris O’Brian, Kyyle Oat ley, Amanda Olsewski, Erin Osgerby. Steve Otto, Peter Palma, Andrea Petz, Laura Price, Kim Schmidtke, An­ drew Schupp, John Shomlcr, Sarah Sobczak, Nichole Sorsen. Darcy Stouffer, Tam See CMS honor roll. Page 9 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / March 1, 1994 I Page 7 Pennock to open two area medical offices Penrtock Hospital has an­ nounced plans to open two new medical offices this sum­ mer, one on the west side of Gun Lake on 124th Avenue, next to Weick’s Foodtown and Pharmacy, and the other on M-43 at the intersection of Sprague Road in Delton The medical offices are designed to accommodate the health care needs of the entire family, including pediatrics and geriatric medicine minor orthopedic and surgical procedures Dr. James R Spindler, a board certified family physi cian, will provide care in each office four days a week He will spend one half of each of­ fice location, until an additioanl physician is recruited to help cover the practices Dr. Spindler, received his premedical degree from DePauw University. Green­ castle. Ind., and his medical degree from Indiana Universi­ ty Medical School. In­ dianapolis Following gradua Uon, he completed an mtremship and residency at Methodist Hospital. Indianapolis In 1966, Dr Spindler established his family practice in Hastings, which was ex­ panded in 1975 to become Thornapple Valley Family Physicians After 18 years, he left his practice to take a posi­ tion with the Upjohn Com­ pany, Kalamazoo, as a clinical research physician for the cardiovascular | Obituaries gastroenterology medical research unit After 10 years in a research capacity, he returned to fami­ ly practice at Advantage Health, which is affiliated with St. Mary's Hospital. Grand Rapids For the past year, he has also been a core faculty member of the Grand Rapids Family Practice residency program, which trams ne* medical school graduates m family medicine It is anticipated that con­ struction of* the offices will “ begin in April and that the practices will be opened in August Dr. James R. Spindler To Wayland \ - 42 (Chief Noonday Rd.) Newell Construction's management team, con­ sisting of Kim Post. President and Licensed Contrac­ tor; Jeff Whitney, project manager, and Annette Bisard, business and financial manager, attended the 50th annual National Association of Home Builders Convention in Los Vegas, Jan. 19-24. The convention was a way for Newell Construction to keep abreast of the changing trends in the residential construction in­ dustry. Quality of product and customer service were hot topics at convention this year. Newell Construc­ tion, Inc. is a member of the Greater Grand Rapids Home Builders Association. Patterson Rd. Leonard B. Welte Welle of Caledonia; brothersin-law, Frank Beaver of Bagley, Minnesota, Jim Filibeck of Arizona; sisters-in­ law, Carrie Hollway of Carrollton, Georgia, Edith Cantrail of Forest City, Iowa; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held February 16. 1994 at the Cale­ donia United Methodist Church with Pastor Bobby Dale Whitlock officiating. Interment at Lakeside Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Memorial Fund of Caledonia United Methodist Church. Funeral arrangements were made by the Caledonia Funeral Chapel. CASCADE TOWNSHIP Mr. Leonard B. Welte, 90, of 5347 McCords Avenue, Cascade Township passed away Saturday, February 12, 1994 at Lowell Medical Care Center. He was born on May 3,1903 in Bagley, Minnesota the son of Theodore and Theresa (Auburg) Welte. Mr. Welle wu a masseur at the YMCA He was to married Audrey Kolenbrander. He is survived by his wife Audrey; children, Ben and Sandi Postma of Grant, Edward and Linda Postma of Alto, Betty and Randolph Slanzer of Grand Rapids; rother, Roland and Gene Local company attends convention Weick’s Foodtown & Pharmacy Gun Lake Gun Lake Family Medicine NOW TAKING APPLICATIONS ...for summer employment. Stop by on Friday or Saturday, between noon and 5 p.m. to pick up an application. 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C-MORE, C-BETER, C-TEC CABLE SYSTEMS. Wayland CoMdonto 4 Dohon Office: 1-800-241-5253 Home: (616) 795-7274 Tcable systems �I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / March 1, 1994 Visitors invited March 7-11 Page 8 ‘Little Lambs’ co-op preschool planning annual open house bv Barbara Gail Staff Writer Parents interested in a preschool program for their youngsters are invited to take part in a class session at Link Lambs Parent Cooperative Preschool during its open bouse week March 7-11 Now located at Peace Reformed Church. 6950 Cherry Valley. Little Lambs Co-op Preschool offers classes for children ages 3 to 5 years. It is a state licensed day care center During the open house, parents may attend with their child to see and learn first hand about the curriculum and the co-op system thai allows the preschool to operate on comparatively low tuition fees "Our program thrives on parent involvement. ’ ’ said Nancy Reinhart, a member of the preschool’s board of directors “Our costs are low because the only employee is our teacher. Jenna Korenstra. Parents take turns working at the preschool as her aides, thus saving on tuition costs." Reinhart said that in the co­ op system, the preschool is operated by a board of parents, and since parents also work in their child’s class, they develop a close relation ship with the teacher and other parents in the program The co-op system also pro vides parents a chance to observe their child’s progress in a group situation. Established in 1977. the preschool became a Christian oriented preschool in 1992. when it adopted the Little Lambs name It ts an independent, nondenominat ional school, however, and provides learn the children's ages. Reinhart said “Our focus is a safe, secure learning environment that en­ courages a child’s curiosity and creativity,” she explain­ ed "We provide a variety of equipment and materials that may not be available at home, and the children learn to in­ teract w ith other children and adults “They have the freedom and time to be an individual and increase their selfconfidence and self-worth without a fear of failure.” Parents interested in atten­ ding one of the classes during the open house week should call 891 -1125 to make a reser­ vation. The open class session will last about one hour For those parents unable to attend during the day. the preschool board also is offer­ ing an evening open house Monday. March 14. from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Parents may attend with their children to meet the teacher and see the preschool No reservation is required for the evening open house. Also open to the public is the school’s upcoming children’s book fair from 10 a m. to 4 pm Saturdcay. March 19. at Peace Reformed Church. “Any parents who can’t come to the open house ses­ sions can visit during the book fair.’ Reinhart said “We will have new children’s books on display and we parents will be on hand to answer any questions Little Lambs Parent Cooperative Preschool Inc. offers a two-day program for 3-year-olds on Tuesday and Thursday mornings and for 3- year-olds and “Young 4s" on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons Cost for these programs is $130 per semester The school also offers a prekindergarten class for 4- year-olds on Monday. Wednesday and Friday morn­ ings for $170 per semester. Four-year-olds and “young 5’s" can attend a Monday. Wednesday. Friday afternoon At Little Lambs Cooperative Preschool, the children con spend some active time on the school's play equipment. Triple Check Tax Service _ __ Wc are set up to handle ALL INCOME TAX needs. We are able to do your personal, small business. Partnership or Corporation returns. We offer a complete accounting service, with 20 years of experience. Other services include: • Business Plans • UPS (not a UPS agent) • Educational Resources Service - College Money Guaranteed OPEN Mon.-Fri. 9-5; Sat. 9-2 or evenings by appointment Member <»i 891-1886 Phon* 891 ’W* GLCC Community Church Story time is always a favorite with children, and at Little Lambs Preschool, the students look forward to story time with their teacher, Jenna Korenstra. class, offered at the same price. Anyone with questions, or who would like a registration form should call either 891-1809 or 891-1125. REAL LIFE . . . REAL ANSWERS You will find God’s word boldly proclaimed in a way that is relevant to your everyday life. join Us Sundays 10:00 am Always Inspiring, Joyful, Positive, Real Gun Lake Community Church 12200 Chief Noonday Rd. (Vz mile east of Patterson) Keith Dragt. Pastor 795-7903 CMS HONOR ROLL, continued from Page 6 mi Troost, Katie Ullery, Jessica Vandyke, Kim VanSprange Gregory Varney, Melissa Veiling, Mike Victor, Archie Warner, Heather Werkema, Dale Wicks, Brooke Wierenga, Jason Williams, Jason Workman, Janelie Yahne. Brett Zylstra. Honorable Mention — Syble Jean Alexander, Brett Becktt, Eric Benedit, Jennifer Blauwkamp, Jesslyn Bolt. Jodi Breen. Kerri Casey, Tif­ fany Cochran. David Cole. Edward DeVries, Kelli DeVries. Jennifer De Wit, Angela Flockhart. Jacob Fox. Sean Fuller. Justin Goodin. Bryan Gordon. Brian Griffith. D’Lisa Groeneweg. Deana Hale, Kevin Hang Christina Hulson. Tasha Jacobs. Julianne Jakei. Donna Kaman. Rachel Kosters, Jameson Langkamp, Jason Lodzinski. Lucia Longman. Blair Mathews. Sheila Miedema, Anne Westen, Virginia Miller, Ben Murphy. Steven Mursch. Kun Oberlin, Nicole Olzcak, Jeremy Peoenger Jeff Post. Kelly Pratt, Chad Radaz, Bnan Reiffer, Joseph Rjdson. David Roosien. Jamie Shomler. Charles Smith, Jessica Smith. Kevin Smith, Tammy Spica, Luke Vander- Veen, Kenneth VanRyn, Catherine Wisniewski, Sarah Wisniewski, Jaciyn Yonker, Jill Zinger. Sth Grade Honor Roll — Nicole Birlow, Sarah Bashlor, Kristen Benedict, Steve Benham, Melissa Berends, Nicholas Boncher, Sarah Bom, Tonya Buehler, Saman­ tha Charyan, Jeremy Col­ egrove. Tricia Connor, Paul Comils, Dominic Corstange, Emma Cryderman, Joshua Daniel, Lucas Debrie, Sarah DeGroot, Eric Delmar, Christina DeRuiter, Ross Dudley, Eric Dykgraaf, Sarah Engelbert, Amanda Finkbeiner. Joel Freeman, Brandon Funk, l.aura Furst. Alison Gould. Dawn Green. John Green. Sara Grevers, Sarah Grow, Brian Hammer, Melanie Hanson. Kaelynn Hat rick, Lillian Hawkins, Michelle Homnch, Thomas Hurst, Greta Klein Nicole Knapp, Kerri Kozlowski, Scott Leather man, Rob Lillie, Kevin Mann mg. Kathryn Meehan, Shawn, Fnsbie, Jennifer Memes, Renee Mejeur, Andrew Moore, Beth Pariberg, Mary Palbykm, Joshua Postma, Stacie Ranalli, Mandy Rein mann, Jason Richard, Scott Robertson, Eric Saigeon, Matthew Schafer John Simmons, Allison Smith, Nate Smith, Adam Sobczak, Amanda Spica, Brian Tomanck, Steven Uy I, Malaina Vander Wai. Melanie VanEnk, Shannon Waller, Christine Welton, Joseph White, John Wierenga, An­ drew Wilkinson, Laura Wisniewski, Allison Worman. Daniel Zeeff. Honorable Mention — Brandi Beuhier, Eric Bultman, Debra Bushfield, Luke dark, Enc Cross, Jen­ nifer Curry, Gregory DeZeeuw. Jennie Elliott, John Feenstra, Larry Fnsbie, Jessica Grundy, Angela Holmes, Joel Hofstra, Julie King, Zachary Ijmgkamp. Megan Milzarslu, Nicholas Moose. Amy Mosey, Rachel Pifer, Laurie Rodgers, A.J. Rogers, John Sheely, Sara Simoneau, Philip Snyder, Adam Tanner. Rebecca Vanderlaan, Jill VandcrVecn, Kyle Vetting, Ryan Goodwin, Rhonda Kirstoff, Ben Longman, C.J. Maines, Dustin McFarlan, Sarah Syrek. Shaun Yonker �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I March 1. 1994 I Page 9 TK Bulletin Board Calendar of Events March is Reading Month at the Elementane*' March 1 — M.S. donut day. 50 cents M S Wrestling vs. Kclloggsvilte, here M S. volleyball vs. Hamilton, there. H.S. basketball vs. Lakewood. here March 3 — Bedtime stones come to McFall Poet B»»rd Hagen will be reading some of his stones Bong your favorite stuffed animal and plan to attend First graders to see Beauts and the Beast play (P E T sponsored) Page 5th graders will be going to the Grand Rapids Symphony. M.S. volleyball vs. Kelloggsville. here. March 4 — First graders to see the play “Beauty and the Beast ’’ (P E T sponsored) Popcorn at West, only 25 cents’ Poet Bord Bagcn to work with Page students H.S. basketball vs Comstock Park, there March 5 — Regional Odyssey of the Mind competition, at Otsego. Good Luck. OM'ers? H.S volleyball districts March 6 — M.S. wrestling. K Hills Tourney, there March 7 — High School basketball districts March 8 — Picture day for West students' M.S. volleyball v» Ixe. here M.S wrestling vs Hopkins, here. March 9 — Page and M.S. Spring picture day! M.S. reminder: turn your orders in today for the fundraiser. (Remember, it’s for two more CD ROM/Laser disk — com­ puters, books for library. Toad-ally Awesome Troyan Awards, and much more). Ixsoking Ahead March 10 — M.S Volleyball vs Byron Center, there M.S wrestling vs. Byron Center, there March 10 — Picture day for McFall students March 11 — Area wide teacher's inservice No School March 15 — M.S. volleyball vs. Caledonia. 7th there. 8th here M.S wrestling vs. Caledonia, here. March 18 — Popcorn at West. March 21-23 - West bookfair April 23 — Parenting Workshop Teachable Moments... McFall — This week Mrs Erb’s first graders and Mrs Chausow’s 4th graders got together and made lovely snowflakes, arranged on colored construction paper to make a festive display in the hallway. Come and see? 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Ml / March 1. 1994 Primary winners named in Freeport, Middleville bv Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Primaries that were held in both Freeport and Middleville Feb. 21 determined who will be on the ballot for the Mon day, March 14. general elections Last Monday's election on­ ly eliminated the extra Republican candidates runn­ ing for various municipal offices Turnout for both primaries was light. In Freeport, there are 347 registered voters and 66 voted for a 19 percent tur­ nout Middleville had only a 4.5 percent turnout for the primary with 54 people voting of approximately 1,200 registered voters Though the village clerks had planned for more, they in­ dicated that they were not sur­ prised al light turnout. In the Freeport races. Art Bennett edged out Rich Kunde. 39 to 23. for the Village President spot Treasurer Dorothy Kelley had 42 votes to newcomer Joni Morey’s 22 votes. There arc no Democratic candidates running for either office in opposition to Bennett or Kelley On an interesting note is that Morey received six writein votes for the village clerk position that had no can didates running Morey said that she would be willing to accept the clerk position even if her name could not be included for that office in the general election. There were three other write-in candidates for village clerk, Margaret Nicholson with two votes, current Clerk Diana McGuire with one vote, and Democrat Kathy Conger with one vote Assessor Gordon Yoder ran unopposed and had 49 voles In the race for three trustee seats, incumbent Gary Dut­ cher received 41 votes. Con­ nie Geiger-Allred was second with 36 votes, and third was Tim Nicholson with 31 votes These three candidates will go on to the general election ballot Others running for the seats included Rachel Smelker with 25 votes. Mary Eaton had 17 votes, and Wes Lewis receiv­ ed 16 votes. Write-in candidate Jim Yarger got eight votes The top three vote getters will run against Democratic candidate Doug Conger, who received one vote in the primary. Cindy Barton, a write-in candidate, also received one vote. In the Middleville primary, current Village Clerk Cheryl Hooper, who is running unop­ posed for re-election, receiv­ ed 35 votes John Mugridge was the only candidate for Village Treasurer, and he received 34 voles. They both are running on the Republican ticket. Village President Lon Myers is also running unop­ posed for re-election, but. is on the Democratic ticket. (His party has been incorrectly listed in past primary ar­ ticles.) Myers received 13 vines For three, four year trustee posit Kins, there were four Republican candidates Art Bennett Tim Nicholson Incumbent and President Pro Tern Jim Oliver got 35 votes and newcomers Scott Miller received 33 votes and Gerald Stagray got 22. They will advance to the general Dorothy Kelley Jim Oliver Scott Miller election. Katherine Encinas got eight votes. The top three votes getters will face one Democrat in the general, current trustee Eid Shellmger who got 10 votes. Trustee Jim French receiv­ ed 30 votes in the primary He is the only candidate running for a two-year trustee term on the council SATURDAY, MARCH Sth ' VCR CLEANING-$15 FREE ESTIMATES ON REPAIRS Tune up your 1 1 :OO AM Caledonia Legion Post sponsors steak fry for senior party Mar. 12 & MOVIES • GAMES VCR SERVICE 4695 N. Middleville Rd. (M-37) Middleville • 795-2225 (Across from Pastoor’s) Hours: Fri. & Sat. 11 am • 10 pm; Sun. - Thurs. 11 am - 9 pm The Caledonia American Legion Post 305 will sponsor a community steak fry from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., Saturday, March 12, with all proceeds going to the 1994 senior graduation party. On the grill will be 10-ounce ribeyes complemented by baked potato, salad, bread and coffee or pop. Tickets are $10, ond con be pur­ chased in advance from senior parents or at the door. Shown planning the menu for the event are Steve Long (standing, left). Bill Neil, Scott Cavner, Sue Long, Brigitte Neil (seated, left), Sheri Harmon ond Ed Harmon. VALUABLE COUPONj 1 Q W OFF ALL A Z7 ZO merchandise j WITH THIS COUPON, EXPIRES SATURDAY MARCH 26, MA 1 SEWIMG J”*”™"* —• 218 E State St • l_z Ph. 9j5-9673,,^,y'to"7»V”J X if LSj �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I March 1. 1994 I Page 11 CHS winners named in America And Me essay competition Three students from Caledonia Junior High School in Caledonia have been named local winners in the 25th an­ nual America and Me Essay Contest, sponsored by Farm Bureau Insurance The three students, who earned the first, second and third place awards for their school, are Sam Vilardi, first. Andrew Moore, second, and Adam Sobczak, third. All three received award cer­ tificates for their achieve­ ment As the school's first place winner, Sam Vilardi's name will also be engraved on a plaque for permanent display in the school. Sam s first place essay now advances to the state level competition, from which the top ten essays in Michigan will he selected. The top ten statewide winners, who will be announced in May. will receive plaques and U.S sav­ ings bonds valued from $500 to $1.000 In addition, the top ten essayists will be honored at a banquet in Lansing and at a meeting with Michigan's top governmental leaders in late may A team of finalist judges that include top governmental leaders will determine the top statewide winners. Several thousand eighth gT.dc students from almost 450 Michigan schools par ticipated in the 1993-94 America anti Me Essay Con test, which was conducted with the help of Farm Bureau Insurance agents across the state The topic of the 1993-94 contest was "My Roots in America and How I Can Nourish Them. " Started in 1968 and open to all Michigan eighth grade students, the contest en­ courages Michigan youngsters to explore their roles in America’s future. As sponsor of the contest, Farm Bureau Insurance has earned 11 na­ tional awards from the Freedom Foundation at Valley Forge. My Root in America By Sam Vilardi I have family that go a long way back 1 have heard about my grandfather and grand­ mother My great-grandfather was in World War 11 and died during the war by playing his part in the war But why? Why should we care about family roots? What's the meaning; what's the point'.’ My idea of roots is when 1 learn about my heritage and how my family got to w here it is. I think that everyone needs roots because without roots we are not complete. Life would seem incomplete, with a hole in it. We all come from the same root: Adam and Eve But over time that root has branched out and made up all different backgrounds. 1 am glad we have our own differences and similarities We all need dif­ ferent but some of the same qualities. Life is interesting because we don't have the same ideas and personalities Similianties in people can be by the kind of music they like, food, bobbies, and so on Some differences may be the way we look, personalities, and cultures 1 enjoy learning how 1 am different from my friends and neighbors 1 think the point of know mg about one's roots is to see how we arc different but still the same Studying our roots helps us grow personal!) Roots m America on my mother s side began in the late 1700’*. Her relatives came from Ireland and Scotland Looking back I had a distant cousin serve in the Civil War and my grandfather who fought in Italy in World War II My great great grandmother helped to start Prudential Life Insurance Looking back at what they did gives me a sense of pnde m my heritage My father's root in America began with him and his parents, since he has only been in the America since 1971. Though his roots do not go far back in America, he has given me pnde in America. He has worked hard to become successful as a citizen of the U.S. The culture and traditions he has given me makes me feel proud By carrying on the tradi­ tions and sense of pnde my ancestors have given me. I will try to follow m their footsteps To me. they are hero*. It doesn't matter where our roots begin What we do while we are on earth is w hat is important When I get older I will tell my children about their roots so they know about their heritage and can be pro­ ud of it. Advil advanced medkane Caledonia Middle School eighth-graders earning prizes at the local school level for their entries in the America and Me Essay Contest are Adam Sobczak (left), third place; Sam Vilardi. first place and Andrew Moore, second place. Vilardi's essay now advances to the state competition. TYLENOL COLD , Maaie fajta .r.. Q Sudafed Shins MT TYLENOL COLD ADVIL IBUPROFEN MAALOX ANTACID LIQUID TABLETS OR CAPLETS 50 S ORIGINAL OR CHERRY 12 OZ. ROBITUSSIN COUGH FORMULA DM. 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Middleville, Ml / March 1. 1994 Caledonia teams shine in area ‘Odyssey of the Mind’ contest IW I uv 1 Winning a second place in the mini-terrain vehicle contest to qualify for the state OM competition was this CMS team of Michael Hoeksema (front, left), Ryan Slot, Jessica Smith, Pat Hammill (back, left), Ryan Hanson and Sarah Soper. ■■■ I This CMS eighth grode OM teom won the Renatra Fusca Creativity Award at the Feb. 10 regional competition. Team members are Crissy DeRuiter (back left), Melanie Hanson, John Simmons. Joel Freeman (seated, left), Amanda Spica and Alison Gould Simmons also won the only individual creativity award given at the regionals. by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Five Caledonia teams will be continuing their “Odyssey of the Mind ” problem solving adventure after qualifying for the April 16 state contest. The Caledonia students were among the more than 1.200 area students who con­ verged on the Caledonia High School Middle School com­ plex Feb. 19 to present their problem-solving expertise in the Region 10 “Odyssey of the Mind’’ competition. Region 10 includes the Kent. Ionia and Newaygo county schools, and the Caledonia schools alone sent 130 students working in 19 teams from all grade levels to compete in the regional this year. Caledonia Schools Gifted and Talented Coordinator Barbara Dullaghan. who also was co-chairwoman for the Region 10 competition, ex­ plained that the five Caledonia teams advance to the state level because they were Dykstra's Preferred Poured Walls, Inc. Posing together just before regional competition is the CMS team of Sarah Sobczak, left, Brian Davis, Lizzy Fortuna, Chris O'Brien, Chad Radaz, Joel Fortuna and Steve Otto. 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Ml 49073 852-9377 US4 “We had some terrific teams competing here this year, so I’m very proud of ours,’” she said “This competition also allows our kids to meet lots of other students from area schools, and they enjoy seeing how those teams solved the same problems we worked on “I think they had fun, and that's certainly one of our goals ” Caledonia sent four elemen­ tary teams, 13 middle school teams and two high school teams to the regional Both high school teams will travel to state, along with three mid­ dle school teams Another middle school team won the regional creativity award, and CMS student John Simmons woo the individual creativity award “Odyssey of the Mind” is an international competition, and Michigan ranks second in participation m the increasing­ ly popular team effort, problem-solving contest The student teams are judg­ ed on their solutions to both a long-range problem and a “spontaneous’’ problem that they brainstorm on the spot without the aid of their coach. 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Ml I March 1, 1994 / Page 13 From previous page — ideas cannot be presented in the typical paper or report The team's ideas instead are presented in skits, often com­ plete with costumes and props, allowing the students yet another opportunity to show off their creativity Volunteer parents and teachers coach the teams, but only in the sense of helping them get organized, keeping them focused. providing en­ couragement and transporta­ tion and taking care of details like the paperwork A coach cannot help the team during the actual com petition, other than perhaps try to make sure everyone shows up in the right place on time. The students must come up with the idea* and do the problem-solving work and the presentations themselves. Du I laghan said. This year’s state qualifiers will compete April 16 al Cen­ tral Michigan University. tually attended the day-long competition, if you count students, parents, friends and judges, she said “It’s become quite an event, and it took a real volunteer effort to put it on and keep it running smoothly." she said. “This community really turned out to help." She complimented all those who judged events, ran food concessions and staffed the headquarters "Our school custodial staff was absolutely wonderful.” she emphasized “They worked all that Saturday *ith us and provided anything we asked We had people here from other schools who wanted to take them back to their districts.” She said local businesses donated souvenir items, and the Caledonia Music Associa­ tion ran the food concession, earning about S3.000 for the new CHS marching band uniforms Posing in costume during the regional competition is the CHS team of Chad Elam (standing, left). Ben Jocobs. Josh Finkbeiner, Joey DeGroot, Paul Koning (front, left). Wayne Paffhausen and David Good. The team took a first place to advance to the state competition. Qualifying for the state competition with a second place in the Unbelievable Music' problem is the CMS team of Sunny Fowler (back, left), Jenny Cavanaugh, Alyson Kopenski, Angela Flockhort (sitting, left) and Kim Schmidtke. Missing is Blake Trutsch. First-place winners there will advance to the world OM competition, this year to be held at the University of Iowa in June. “The interest in the pro gram is really growing, both among students and their parents," Dullaghan said She pointed out that at the Caledonia regional, for in­ stance. more than 3.500 ac "All in all, it was a very gratifying day," she said. “Everyone loved our school, and felt it provided the kids a great place to show off their problem solutions ‘"Odyssey of the Mind’ is a fun way to challenge our young people and provide them with a kind of enrich­ ment program they can’t get in the classroom. ‘ ‘Our kids got to do a great job. thanks to all the help from the community. ’ ’ Zomerlei Construction Co Carpenter - Contractor 795-7458 INSURANCE ' Rebuilt i Battery i Lube, Oil, ' Filter x —■ riMnt PmtcMm of | Purchase of | Any 4 New I COOPER i TIRES Sale $89.99 $69.99 U3W5OR15 $105.00 $83.99 CT3V10 50R15 $116.99 $91.99 .T23MW16 $125.00 $95.99 P23S75R15 $135.00 $104.99 AGENCY r a quote for all of >our insurance ruxtb Auto • Life • Health Home • Business • Investment Caledonia Village Centre 9365 Cherry Valley Avenue Caledonia, Ml 49316 891-9294 - On Each Tk» Guaranteed • Compete New Eihaust System Regular $55 00 Limited! 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VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AND FILING OF MAPS, PLANS, ESTIMATES OF COST AND SPECIAL ASSESSMENT ROLL Glen Valley Estates Sewer Special Assessment District No.1 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Village of Caledonia has, together with the Charter Township of Caledonia, entered into a contract with the County of Kent, acting through its Board of Public Works pursuant to Act 185 of the Public Acts of Michigan of 1957, as amended (“Act 185"), whereby the County will con­ struct and finance an expansion and improvement of the existing Village of Caledonia wastewater treatment facility (a portion of the sewage treatment capac­ ity of which shall be allocated to the Township) and related improvements (the “Improvements”) to serve areas of the Village, including the special assessment district described below. The Village has determined that part of the Village oblig­ ation contracted for pursuant to Act 185 shall be defrayed by special assess­ ments levied against properties benefitted thereby. The Village has determined to proceed with the Improvements, has approved preliminary plans and estimates of costs for the Improvements, and has deter­ mined a special assessment district, consisting of the following described lots or parcels of land which are benefitted by the Improvements and against which all or a portion of the cost of the Improvements shall be specially assessed: Glen Valley Estates Sewer Special Assessment District No. 1 The south 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4, and the South 1/2 of the North 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4, Section 20, T5N, R10W, in the Village of Caledonia, Kent County, Michigan. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the Village President has made and certi­ fied a special assessment roll for the Special Assessment District, which roll sets forth the cost of the Improvements which is to be levied in the form of a special assessment against the land in the special assessment district. TAKE NOTICE THAT THE VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF CALE­ DONIA WILL HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING ON MONDAY, THE 7TH DAY OF MARCH. 1994, AT 7:00 P.M. AT THE CALEDONIA VILLAGE AND TOWNSHIP HALL. 250 SOUTH MAPLE STREET, CALEDONIA. MICHIGAN. TO REVIEW IMPROVEMENTS. THE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT. AND THE SPE­ CIAL ASSESSMENT ROLL AND TO HEAR AND CONSIDER ANY SUGGES­ TIONS OR OBJECTIONS THERETO. TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the maps, plans and estimates of cost of the Improvements, and the special assessment roll are on file with the Village Clerk at the Village Office for public examination TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT AN OWNER OR A PARTY IN INTEREST IN A LOT OR PARCEL OF LAND SUBJECT TO A SPECIAL ASSESSMENT MAY FILE A WRITTEN APPEAL OF THE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT WITH THE MICHI­ GAN TAX TRIBUNAL WITHIN 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF CONFIRMA­ TION OF THE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT ROLL, BUT ONLY IF SAID OWNER OR PARTY IN INTEREST APPEARS AND PROTESTS THE SPECIAL ASSESS­ MENT AT THIS HEARING. An appearance may be made by an owner or a party in interest, or hts or her agent, in person or, in the alternative, an appearance or protest can be filed with the Village by letter prior to the hearing, in whch case a personal appearance at the hearing is not required. This notice was authorized by the Caledonia Village Council. Dated: February 14, 1994 JACQUELINE CHERRY, CLERK VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA (103) MIDDLEVILLE Official Village Council Minutes February 8. 1994 President Myers colled the meeting to order at 7 00 p m Present Broy. French. Mugndge Oliver Schel linger and VandenBerg Absent None Guests Margaret Fowler from the Sun and News and many Village residents Minutes of the January 25. 1994 public hearing were ap­ proved as read. Minutes of the January 25 1994 regular council meeting were approved as read with the following addition, with excep­ tions to the wage increases and capital acquisitions. Letter read from Village residents concerning snowmobiles in the Village French, chairperson of the Or­ dinance Committee presented to Council the committee's recom­ mendation on the Snowmobile Ordinance to Council. Discussion held. French moved that Council adopt the Ordinance to amend the Middleville Village code of 1980 (as amended), by the addi­ tion of chapter 19, tor regulate and control the operation and sole of snowmobiles within the Village limits of Middleville. Michigan. Support by Bray. Ayes 6 and nay 1. Motion carried Letter read from C-Tec Cable Systems. Mugridge moved the printed bills be paid. Support by Oliver. Ayes all. Carried. Mugridge moved the follow­ ing transfer be allowed General Fund to Payroll Fund $30 000 00 Support by VandenBerg Ayes all. Carried. Mugndge moved that Council increase Village employees wages retroactive to January 1. 1994. Rates include the 3% set aside for retirement Support by Oliver. Ayes all. Motion carried Oliver moved that Council grant Trustee French's request to attend the Michigan Open Meetings Act Conference, held in Grand Rapids. March 2, 1994 for a cost of $45.00. Support by VandenBerg. Ayes all. Motion carried. VandenBerg. Chairperson of the Safety Committee, presented bids for a new Police cruiser. Discussion held. VandenBerg moved that Council approve the bid from Campus Ford, Inc. for a new Police cruiser at approximate cost of $14 439 31 Support by French. Ayes 3 and nays 4 Motion Defeated Council and Police Chief Shoemaker reviewed the January Police Activity Report Council and Manager Mon shum reviewed the Manager s report. Oliver moved that Council hold a Special Meeting Tues day February 15. 1994 at 7 00 p m for the purpose of review­ ing the contract with Barry Coun­ ty on the Wastewater Treatment Protect and contract with Prem and Newhof Support by Bray Ayes all. Carried Oliver moved that Council authorize Manager Monshum to spend up to $2 500 00 to repair the Village GMC truck Support by Bray. Ayes all. Carried VandenBerg moved that Council authorize Attorneys to oct on behalf of the Village of Middleville to sign documents, forms and plead matters before the F.C.C Support by Mugndge Ayes all. Carried. Jim Tuffs owner of the Thor­ napple Kitchen approached Council in regards to the or­ dinance pertaining to signs Discussion held Council directed Mr Tuffs complaint to the Planning and Zoning Commission Robert Klinge Owner of Bob's Engine Shop approached Coun­ cil in regards to hts property. Council directed this matter to Village Attorney Youngsma for recommendation Ross Sclofoni approached Council in regards to tables out side the restaurant Council directed Mr Sclofoni to the Plan­ ning and Zoning Commission with this matter With no further business Oliver moved for adjournment Support by Bray Ayos all Car tied. Meeting adjourned at 8 22 p.m. Cheryl Hooper Village Clerk (110) Special Meeting Bray Roll call. Bray aye. French aye Mugndge aye Schellinger aye. VandenBerg aye and Myers aye Motion carried Schellinger moved that Coun­ cil adopt the resolution to Authorize Redemption of Sewage Disposal System Revenue Bonds Support by VandenBerg Roll coll Bruy aye French aye, Mugridge aye. Schellinger aye. VandenBerg aye. and Myers aye Motion carried Tom Newhof of Prein and Newhof discussed the engineer ing of Treatment Plant Bid pro cess was also discussed with a March 29. 1994 date for opening bids Bray moved to accept contract between Village of Middleville and Prein and Newhof PC., with legal council's written approval no later than February 22. 1994 concerning construction of Wastewater Treatment Plant Support by French Ayes all Carried French moved to adjourn, sup port by Bray. Ayes all. Carried Special meeting adjourned at 8:20 p.m. Cheryl Hooper, Village Clerk (109) February 15. 1994 President Myers colled the special meeting to order at 7:00 p m for the purpose to review the contract with Barry County concerning the Wastewater Treatment Project and contract with Prein and Newhof Present Broy. French. Mugridge. Schellinger. and VandenBerg Absent Oliver Guests James White. Tom Newhof. and Manager Monshum James White of Mika. Moyers. Beckett and Jones reviewed the wastewater system Im­ provements proposed financing and construction schedule Village of Middleville sanitary sewer system contract between the Village and County was ex­ plained by James White. Ex­ hibits were explained, discus­ sion held. French moved that Council adopt the Resolution to Authorize Execution of Village of Middleville Sanitary Sewer Systems Contract and to Provide for Certain Other Matters Per­ taining Thereto. Support by CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on March 7,1994, at 7:30 p.m. the Planning Commission of the Charter Town­ ship of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, concerning a proposed amendment in the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia. The proposed amendment would, if adopted, amend Section 17.5 of the Zoning Ordinance to provide fur­ ther provisions on the renewal of planned mineral removal (PMR) permits; add Section 17.13 to provide for a required certificate of compliance and to establish other re­ quirements in connection with PMR permit renewals; and add Section 17.14 to provide additional provisions on the enforcement of PMR District zoning and PMR permits, in­ cluding the issuance and effect of stop orders issued by the Supervisor for noncomplying PMR operations. A copy of the proposed Zoning Ordinance amendment is on file and may be examined at the Caledonia Township of­ fices, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, during normal business hours. All interested persons may attend the public hearing and be heard with regard to the propos­ ed amendment in the Township Zoning Ordinance. Dated: February 10, 1994 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA pm �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I March 1, 1994 / Page 15 CHS grad receives degree from Ferris U. From Our Readers Debate on village’s existence is needed plant operations This listing To the editor: is not exhaustive After living in the village For their services, they take for 12 years. I have only 9.447 mills from each home recently taken an active in­ and business owner based on terest in our local govern­ state equalized value indirect­ ment Al the same time. I no* ly assessed by themselves have to decide whether or not Our township government, to support its continued which covers many more existence households, is similarly struc­ I suspect many readers are tured but performs the same much like me. seeking functions, with only four answers between two very diftrustees and an assessment at ferent viewpoints The most only 0.79 mills. Please note compelling question is. this government unit has “What is the most efficient many, many more residents form of local govenrment for and business owners from us to have?” which to collect taxes No matter what happens, The village government has we are still a community — a projected annual budget for the questions is how large is 1993-94 of $231,000 Of this, that community and what is more than two thirds make up the most efficient and effec­ the general fund — our pro tive way to govern that perty taxes. The general fund community7 pays for salaries and per diem What follows are more for elected officials, members basic questions I sought to of the Planning Commission. answer What is the govern lawyer(s), other profes­ ment's structure? What are its sionals. a portion of the 1-1/2 functions ’ What does it cost? public works employees, etc. How is it related to other There arc other costs for government units? services we receive for the The Village Council in­ library, lights, trees, sewer, cludes three officers, a clerk, etc The village also received a treasurer, and a president $39,750 from the state for Each has functions consistent road, storm drain, and street with their titles In addition, maintenance in 1993-94. there are six trustees who are The remaining spendable voting members to authorize portion of the budget comes or discard possible resolu from other sources, i.e. tions. rules or administrative revenue sharing, block, procedures This government grants, sales tax returns, and also includes a Planning Com­ slate shared business taxes mission of nine members, a One of the questions that Zoning Board of Appeals and should be answered clearly in ^committees for less formal a public forum is "how the business. money situation will be Our council has a long-term affected." water project and has many The township provides maintenance responsibilities, similar services using similar roads, sewer (storm and functions. In fact, they are sanitary), trees, etc. The Plan­ ning Commission is responsi­ nearly identical. The respon­ ble for zoning, changes in sibilities at the township level zoning, etc. They consider are spiraling upward and in­ development and building creases in township-wide ser­ projects and changes in zoning vices like better fire and regarding such They inspect police protection are under buildings and issue permits. consideration. The staff are They supervise the sewer evidently overburdened, and they almost certainly need in­ creased revenue if Caledonia Township is going to maintain its rural atmosphere Besides the foregoing research. I have read every local newspaper article on the merger and have thereby come to understand the opi­ nions of the government of­ ficials on this matter as well as editorial opinions from citizens. I have attended several meetings of each government unit. I have also attended meetings with ad­ vocates from either side of the issue, but never with both sides present Opinions expressed from either position must be weigh­ ed against research and com­ mon sense in order to arrive at the truth To accomplish this, and to provide maximum in­ formation to citizens. I urge debate on the part of Save Our Village and Consolidate Caledonia Committee Such a debate must be conducted and supervised by an objective third party with the public in­ vited to attend After this, and with relevant questions answered, it will be time to go to the Village Hall and vote as our conscience guides The key to sound government is a well informed electorate Chuck Audy Caledonia Breakfast OnTheRun If you talk a good game (but don’t always deliver) when it comes to a nutri­ tious, energy packed morning meal, join the club! Most of us know we should eat something sen­ sible before dashing out the door to work, school, what­ ever—but all too often the reality is “not enough time”...particularly if you’re the one responsible for keeping the family— more or less—on schedule. Thornapple Township BOARD Of REVIEW The Thornapple Township Board of Review will meet at the Township Hall, 200 E. Main St., Middleville, Michigan on March 8, to organize, review and make necessary ad­ justments to the Tornapple Township assessment roll for 1994 The Board of Review will be open to the public Monday, March 14 and Wednesday, March 16, 1994, from 8 a.m. to noon and 1 to 4 p.m. Also, Thursday, March 17 from 5 to 9 p.m. And, as many other days as needed. (Note: Due to the Special Election March 15, there will be NO hearings on that date) Meetings with the Board of Review is by Appointment. Please Call the Township Office (795-7202) for an Appointment Tentative recommended equalization ratios and multipliers used to attain 50% of true cash values is as follows: Class Ratio Multiplier 1.0509 AGRICULTURE ................. 47 58 COMMERCIAL................... 50.00 1.0000 1.0000 INDUSTRIAL..................... 50.00 1 0830 RESIDENTIAL................... 46.17 1 0000 TIMBER CUTOVER........... 50.00 1.3654 DEVELOPMENTAL........... 36.62 PERSONAL...................... 50.00 1.0000 DONALD E. BOYSEN. Supervisor How to cope? Here’s a tip from Scandinavia where they’re just as busy as we are but, in general, a lot healthier. Try opening a package of Norwegian crispbreads —Kavli’s clas sic Rye-Bran and newer, extra nutty/crunchy Muesli are especially deli­ cious at breakfast Both are loaded uith beneficial fi­ ber, tobnn^youuplospeed fast, yet super lou in calo net. sodium and fat with absolutely no cholesterol. Top with honey, low-fat cottage or semi-soft cheese, fruit—even peanut but­ ter—there’s no single "right’ choice, after all But ifyou’re watching your diet and want a quick, tasty mini-meal, these crisp­ breads are a terrific place tn start The Renaissance painter Raphael panned more than 300 jacnees of the Madonna Kelly Lyn Purdy graduated with honors from Ferris State University Dec. 18. A 1991 Caledonia High School graduate, she earned an associate's degree as an ad­ ministrative legal secretary , and her 3.8 grade point average placed her on the dean's list. The daughter of Tom and Marlene Purdy of Caledonia. TK bands to play Sunday afternoon Thornapple Kellogg will present the high school bands in a mid winter concert Sun­ day. March 6. at 3 p.m.. in the high school gymnasium The cadet band will open the concert with a symphonic march by VonWeber and per form "Denbndge Way” and the "Lithbridge Overture." The Symphonic Band will present “The Crosley March' by Fillimore. the "BAch Prelude and Fugue in D Minor." and Symphonic Overture." The bands are directed by Duane Thatcher she presently is working with the law firm of Twohey and Maggmi. which has offices in Grand Rapids and Caledonia. — NOTICE — The Caledonia Township March Board of Review will meet at the Township Hall located at 250 Maple, Caledonia, Michigan The Board will meet Monday. March 14, 1994 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon and from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.; and Wednesday. March 16, 1994 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon and from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. by appointment only. Written pro­ tests will be accepted and must be received in the Assessor s office by March 12. 1994 The estimated 1994 equalization factor for real property assessments in the Township of Caledonia will be as follows. Agricultural 100 Commercial 1 00 Industrial 1.00 Residential 1.00 Developmental 1.00 It is estimated that personal property assessments in Caledonia Township will be multiplied by 1.00 to determine the 1994 State Equalized Valuations (SEV). Thomas G. Doane Caledonia Township Assessor<iot> TOWNSHIP OF CANNON COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT AND SUMMARY OF THE REGULATORY EFFECT THEREOF PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on February 16, 1994, the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia adopted an or­ dinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Charier Township of Caledonia. The amending ordinance adopts the Country Meadows Village Mobile Home Park Planned Unit Development, and the principal provisions thereof can be summarized as follows: 1. Planned Unit Development. The amending ordinance rezones the following described lands from the R-R Rural Residential District to the Planned Unit Development District in accordance with the final develop­ ment plan of the Country Meadows Village Mobile Home Park Planned Unit Development: That part of Section 7, Town 5 North, Range 10 West, described as the West 330 feet of the Southeast 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4; the East 330 feet of the Southwest 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4; the North west 1/4 of the Southeast 1/4; and the East 965 feet of the North 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4; EXCEPT the South 200 feet thereof, and also EXCEPT the North 660 feet thereof; Caledonia Township, Kent County, Michigan. 2. Land Uses. The lands in the Planned Unit Development (the “Development”) may be used for the establishment and operation of a mobile home park. The mobile home park must comply with the Michigan Mobile Home Park Commission Act and other applicable state laws and regulations. The Development may Include mobile homes, a community building, open space for recreational uses, and other mobile home park uses. 3. Phasing and Mobile Home Sites. The Development may be con­ structed in phases. Phase I includes not less than 112 mobile home sites; the remainder of the Development, including not more than 13 mobile home sites, may be constructed in one or more phases. The overall density of subsequent phases may not exceed 3.64 units per acre. There are various requirements on the improvements to be includ­ ed in each phase. There are limitations on the future expansion of the Development, both as to the number of mobile home sites and the max­ imum overall density of the Development. 4 Access and Development Area. Access to the Development shall be from 76th Street, as shown in the Development Plan Of the 70 acres comprising the Development, 16 acres shall be allocated to buffer zones, stormwater detention, recreational area, and other common uses. 5 Mobile Homes. Not more than 80 mobile home sites shall be for single-wide mobile homes. There are setback requirements, yard size requirements and other requirements relating to parking areas, sidewalks and other matters. A single-wide mobile home site shall be at least 5,500 square feet; a double-wide mobile home site shall be at least 6,375 square feet. 6 Other Requirements. The amending ordinance establishes other requirements for the Development with regard to streets and driveways, landscaping, preservation of existing trees, private water wells and public sanitary sewer service, utilities, soil erosion control and the loca­ tion and nature of the community building. Other requirements include garbage and refuse disposal, signs and outdoor lighting. 7 Effective Date. The amending ordinance will become effective March 1, 1994 Dated: February 19, 1994 TOWNSHIP BOARD OF THE (106) CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA �Pape 16 / Th* Sun wvd News, Middleville. Ml / March 1. 1994 Township will rule on ordinance changes Caledonia Planning group recommends two zoning amendments by Barbara Gail Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Planning Commission last week sent two zoning ordinance amendments to the Caledonia Township Board for final approval The first will increase the maximum allowed "lot coverage" in both light and heavy industrial districts from 20 to 40 percent. This means that the developer would be able to use 20 percent more of his or her property for buildings and outdoor storage as long as the site plan meets other ordinance requirements for such elements as drainage, parking, loading docks, landscaping and setbacks. The proposed change in the requirement was initiated by Wamar Products on 68th Street The company wishes to expand its facilities, but its plan would cause it to exceed the 20 percent requirement. Even though it has received a variance that would allow some of the expansion, the company suggested an ordinance change. Representatives from Wamar were on hand for the public hearing to support the YANKEE SPRINGS TWR BOARD OF REVIEW MEETS MONDAY, MARCH 14 8:00 a.m. to Noon and 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. TUESDAY, MARCH 15 8:00 a m. to Noon and 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 16 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. All hours are by appointment only (795-9091). Please bring documenta­ tion with you to support your con­ tention of value. Appeals by mail must be postmarked by March 16, 1994. aoo) proposed amendment. "The 20 percent rule as applied to Wamar would result in nearly 40 percent of the site being unusable." said Jeff Moffat. WBDC architect handling the Wamar expansion. He said that the township s regulation would hurt more than just Wamar. however, and called it a "serious limitation" for industrial use of land designated for that use. "If it remains in effect, it would be a major deterrant to industrial development in the township." be said, pointing out that neighboring townships do not have such a regulation He said that lot coverage could be limited by the ocher site requirements, such as parking and setbacks. Commissioner Jim Newhof pointed out that the Village of Middleville and the City of Kentwood do restrict lot coverage to 50 percent. Township Planner Mark VanderPloeg said he thought the 40 percent figure was a good one for Caledonia right now because most areas in the township do not have public sewer. "When sewer is available, we may see some pressure to intensify the (industrial) land use," he commented. The commission unanimously recommended that the Township Board approve the lot coverage amendment. It also recommended the Township Board approve a new section amending the approval process for "condo­ style" developments, whether for single or multiple -family dwellings or for business/commercial developments. "There is always a misunderstanding about the term condominium' because we tend to associate it only with the apartment-style residence." said VanderPloeg after the meeting. "However, in planning and zoning terms, a condominium development is a kind of land ownership, in which the residents share ownership of some portions of the development, such as the road or green areas." Condominium developments can include upscale residential projects as well as multiple-family units and even industrial and commercial developments, he pointed out. In the proposed amendment, the process for approving or disapproving condo projects at the Planning Commission level would be changed so that it was consistent with the approval process of platted developments. "This makes the review of condominium projects consistent with our land use review throughout the ordinance." said Township Attorney Jim Brown. Brown suggested that since the state Attorney General has approved the proposed process, this is the direction the township should follow in its ordinance. Condo projects now must go through the PUD (planned unit development) approval process. In other action last week, the commission: • Held an informal discussion with a potential purchaser about rezoning a 3.38-acre lot for sale on the northernmost end of Rivershore Estates on 100th Street. The commissioners agreed that they did not approve rezoning the parcel from rural residential to R-1 so the buyer could construct three homes on the land. They cited the parcel's proximity to the Thornapple River and the surrounding R-R zoning as reasons for their opinion. • Began discussion of a new Subdivision Control Ordinance, which will allow the township to add its own requirements for plats developments beyond those already required by the state. "Such an ordinance allows the Planning Commission to look more closely at plat developments. We cannot do that, however, without having a Subdivision Control Ordinance." explained VanderPloeg. adding that he believed it was time for the township to have such an ordinance “on the books " Commissioners will consider the conditions of the ordinance at future work sessions. Synopsis of Minutes Thornapple Township Februory 10. 1994 Regular meeting colled at 7 04 pm Board member* pretent 4 Othera-S. Kenyon entered meeting at 7 06 p m. Minutes of January 10 and January 25 approved o* printed Printed bills in the amount of Si8 535 85 approved by roll call vote Motion approved unanimously to table resolution accepting withdrawal of rezoning applica­ tion of Dennis Wilson FeinMiller Gravel Company. Motion approved unanimously having Supervisor, one Township Board Member and one member of the fire am­ bulance service as a review screening committee for fire ambulance administrator applicants AAotion passed unanimously Io continue TAFF program Motion passed unanimously approving arrangements be made with Wayland Area Am­ bulance for a rendezvous agreement AAotion passed unanimously approving payment of 2nd In­ stallment on the building note Meeting odpurned of 10 IS p m Don no Kenyon Thornapple Township Clerk (104) VILLAGE VILLAGE ELECTION ELECTION To the Qualified Electors: NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, That an Annual Village Election will be held in the Village of Caledonia To the Qualified Electors: NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, That an Annual Village Election will be held In the State of Michigan — AT — Village of Middleville 250 Maple, Caledonia, Ml state of Michigan - AT - within said Village on ... MONDAY, MARCH 14, 1994 FOR THE PURPOSE OF VOTING FOR THE ELECTION OF THE FOLLOWING OFFICERS, VIZ: within said Village on ... MONDAY, MARCH 14,1994 One village President One village Clerk One village Treasurer One village Assessor Three Trustees - Full Term Trustees - To Fill vacancy FOR THE PURPOSE OF VOTING FOR THE ELECTION OF THE FOLLOWING OFFICERS. VIZ: PROPOSITIONS: Shall the incorporation of the village of Caledonia be vacated? Yes no _______________ Notice Relative to Opening and Closing of the Polls ELECTION LAW, ACT 116. P A 1954 SECTION 720. On the day of any election, the polls shall be opened at 7 o’clock in the forenoon, and shall be continuously open until 8 o’clock in the afternoon and no longer Every qualified elector present and in line at the polls at the hour prescribed for the closing thereof shall be allowed to vote THE POLLS of said election will be open at 7 o’clock a.m. and will remain open until 8 o’clock p.m. of said day of election. JACQUELINE CHERRY, Village Clerk 1OO East Main street, Middleville, Ml (W7) One village President One village Clerk One Village Treasurer One village Assessor Three Trustees - Full Term one Trustee - To Fill vacancy Notice Relative to Opening and Closing of the Polls ELECTION LAW, ACT 116, P.A. 1954 SECTION 720. On the day of any election, the polls shall be opened at 7 o’clock in the forenoon, and shall be continuously open until 8 o’clock in the afternoon and no longer Every qualified elector present and in line at the polls at the hour presenbed for the closing thereof shall be allowed to vote THE POLLS of said election will be open at 7 o’clock a.m. and will remain open until 8 o’clock p.m. of said day of election. CHERYL HOOPER, Village Clerk (106) �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / March 1, 1994 I Page 17 CHS students excel at district band solo-ensemble CAPITAL COMMENTARY, from 20 down w ill make Michigan more attractive to job providers who want to settle or expand. To keep our state competitive in the world economy , we must create a tax climate that is palatable to everyone Besides lowering the transfer tax. the filing deadline for the affidavit has been extended Governor Engler’s directive re­ quires the state treasurer to accept homestead exemption claims until May I. if the ballot plan passes The extension does not apply to the back-up plan because the governor does not have the power to change statutory language — only the Legislature can do that 1 am confident the Legislature will do all it can to get legisla­ tion passed extending the deadline under both plans On Tues­ day. the Senate will start debating one proposal that would ex­ tend the deadline to May 1 and allow the affidavit to be signed by "an" owner, rather than "the” owner The Michigan House also has a couple of bills before it that would make get­ ting deserved property tax relief a Intel easier If you are a farm owner, make sure you identity land that is farmland on your affidavit. (Whether it is contiguous to your home or not). If there is not a spot on the form to indicate that, write a note on the form itself It is likely the Legislature w ill pass legislation in the next two weeks to clarify that farmland is part of your homestead, but this would happen only if Proposal A passes. Homeowners who do not file an exemption form w ith local assessors' offices by the deadline will be taxed as a business or second-home. and not receive the larger tax cut they should The reason for this is that the state has no way of distinguishing homes from businesses If you have not yet received an af­ fidavit. call l-80G-FoRM-2-ME. We are doing ail we can to give you the deepest tax cut we can while making the process of filing for these cuts as stress free as posible With a cut in the transfer tax. Proposal A makes even more sense, and with an extension of the filing deadline. Michigan homeowners will be assured the property tax cut they deserve. Caledonia Middle School orchestra students participating in the District 10 solo and ensemble contest all received either a first or a second division rating. From the left are Mary Palbykin (with cello), Aaron Buys, Emma Crydermon, Michelle Homrich (seated), Sara Syrek, Daisy Baldwin. Laura Price and Jesslyn Bolt. Stan­ ding behind them, from the left, are Rachel Rogers, Kim Schmidtke, Jenny Finkbeiner, Mitch McRoy, Sarah Wisniewski and Zac Baldwin. Missing is Sunny Fowler. All 15 Caledonia Middle School students who par ticipated in the Feb 12 District 10 Solo and Ensemble Contest earned first or second division ratings, the highest attainable, said Caledonia Or­ chestra Director Pete DeLille. Receiving first division ratings were. Kim Schmidtke. violin solo. Emma Cryderman, violin solo. Daisy Baldwin and Sarah Syrek. violin duet, Aaron Buys, cello solo; Zac Baldwin, cello solo and Laura Price. Jesslyn Bolt. Rachel Rogers. Aaron Buys and Mitch McRoy. string quintet Earning second division ratings were Jennifer Fink­ beiner, violin solo; Daisy Hostility noted in men from divorced families Men reared in divorced families are less open and more hostile in their per­ sonal lives than men reared in intact families, according to a recent study. Researcher Silvio Silvestri’s analysis of the psychological profiles and social behavior of 151 men between the ages of 21 and 42 revealed a number of significant differences bet­ ween men from divorced Think families and men from intact families. Among the most significant was that men whose parents had divorced were more likely to remain aloof and resist intimacy in their marriage than their peers from intact families. Silvestri characterized this tendency in sons of divorced parents as a "Don’t be close injunction” in their personal lives. His analysis further Sale Got cabin fever? 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Silvestri also suggested that in terms of their psychological attributes, men from divorced families bear many similarities to adults from alcoholic families. The results of the study reinforce the growing body of evidence that parental divorce has lung term im­ plications for children. Psychologists and family counselors had previously assumed that parental divorce resulted in only short-term and infrequent negative effects. National Institute for Healthcare Reserach, Washington. D.C. Thank You THE FAMILY OF PALL CISLER «ould like id thank relatives, neighbors and friends, for the calls cards and dearest concern during the illness and loss of our husband, father, and grandfather And io the ladies of St Cyril Parish of Gun Lake for the luncheon served and many other people Thank you so much Mrs Celia Cider Mark and Judy Cider Doug and Mary Cisler J.m and Sandy Gray Ray and Mary Rider Baldwin, violin solo; Kim Schmidtke. Sunny Fowler and Sara Wisniewski, siring trio; Emma Cryderman. Michelle Homrich and Mary Palbykin. string trio and Laura Price and Jesslyn Bolt, violin duet Thornapple Roofing & Siding Vinyl Siding Replacement Windows Free Estimates Licensed Builder 795-2039 ATTENTION!!! We want to let everyone know that although we haven’t been able to be very active this school year, we are still organized and are hopeful to take on some new projects by next school year. We realize there are many rumors as to why we haven’t been as active this school year. We are sorry about that and are reorganizing now, working with the schools and what their needs are and what the students really need. We’re sorry we had to discontinue some of our traditional fundraisers this past year, but by next year will be back in full swing. Our next activity will be during Heritage Day. So to all those parents whom are anxious to join the TK Athletic Boosters we need you, your ideas and your enthusiasm. Our next meeting will be Wednesday, March 2,1994 at 7 p.m. in the Home Economics room of the high school. Mark your calendars, don’t miss this very important meeting. — The TK Athletic Boosters �Page 18 I The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml / March 1. 1994 Caledonia junior varsity round-ball team splits two for Caledonia, totaling eight points in the opening period Lowell held a 17-14 lead when the period concluded Brandon Hamilton had eight points for Lowell m the first quarter In the secopd quarter, the Scots started slowly, but tied the Red Arrows at 20-20 with just over two minutes off the clock Caledonia's spurt to a 24-20 lead caused the Red Ar­ rows to call a time out at the five minute mark Rob Raudenbush hit at the buzzer to give Caledonia a half-time lead of 39-28. The Caledonia junior varsi­ ty basketball team beat Lowell 72-52 Feb 15 and then lost to Forest Hills Northern 58-36. In the Lowell game. Caledonia started the scoring with a quick two points by Mark Boncher. Ryan Stephen hit both outside and then in­ side to give Caledonia a 6-5 lead, but Lowell came back to go ahead The lead then changed hands again as Shawn McCormick put back an of­ fensive rebound The teams rode a seesaw throughout the first quarter, with Ryan Stephen holding the lux hand In the third period, follow mg his 12 points m the quarter. Jeff Bom continued to dominate the offensive boards for the Scots A steal by Bom with 45 seconds left m the quarter helped the Scot cause and Ryan Stephen end­ ed the quarter with a three pointer just before the buzzer gave the Scots a 10-pomt lead. 49-39 In the final period. Stephen picked up where he left off with another three pointer to give Caledonia a 52-39 lead from which it never looked back TK jayvee eagers split two games them over the top w ith a 64-58 win Gregg Kotrba scored 13 points. Jerry Postma. 12 points and Jason Gearhart 10 points The Trojan's game plan against Wayland was to play a fast-paced game against the bigger Wildcats Middleville pushed the ball Middleville hosted Calvin Christian and Wayland last week and came away with one win in two well-played games Against Calvin the Trojans came in at half time with a 32-28 lead The game remain cd close through the second half, however Calvin’s ex­ cellent freethrow shooting put up the floor and jumped off to a 44-25 half-time lead The Trojans continued to run in the second half, winning 80 to 56 Postma led all scorers with 27 points. Dwight Wade had 20 points. Kotrba chipped in 13 points. T.J. Schut added 10 points and Jason Gearhart had 18 points for the Trojans CHOOSE THE RIGHT PLANTER FOR THE SECOND TIME IN A ROW I John Deere MaxEmcrge* 2 plan ten, the only ones better than the original MaxEmergc* planters! ■ Advances include the VacuMeter™ system that selects seeds one-by-one for better seed spacing accuracy. ■ New attachments for SPORTS **¥*¥¥¥¥♦******¥ For the Scots. Jeff Bom was high scorer with 22. followed by Stephen with 17 and Mc­ Cormick with 10. The Red Arrows were led by Steve Bosserd with 15. Caledonia lost to Forest Hills Northern 50-36. after jumping to a 6-2 lead, the jayvee fell behind 11-6 with three minutes left in the first quarter The Fighting Scots tied the score 11-11 at the end of the quarter on a three point play by Born The lead chang­ ed hands several times during the second quarter with Caledonia on top 22-21 at the end of the half. The third quarter saw the lead change several times up to the four minute mark when the Huskies made an 8-0 run The third quarter score ended with Forest Hills holding a 38-30 lead over the Fighting Scots. A put back by McCormick and a jumper by Bom closed the gap to 40-36 with 2:15 left in the game However, tur­ novers plagued the Scots dur­ ing the balance of the game with the Huskies pulling off a 50-36 victory. Again. Bom led the Scots in scoring with 15. The jayvee's record stands at 7-10 with the split. The Caledonia jayvee basketball team lost to both Cedar Springs and South Christian the week previous The Scots lost to the Red Hawks Feb. 9, 51-47 and. on Feb. 11, fell to the South Christian Sailors 56-42. The contest between Caledonia and the Red Hawks started with a three-pointer by Cedar, followed by two two pointers by Steve Schmidt and Chns Allen. Jeff Bom con­ nected both inside and outside in the first quarter and the quarter ended with Caledonia holding an 8-7 lead. During the rest of a lowscoring first half, the Red Hawks managed to tie the score at 10-10. but Shawn McCormick hit a lay-up and then completed a three-point play with a freethrow to give Caledonia a 13-10 lead. Cedar came back to go ahead 14-13. but Shawn McCormick again hit a freethrow to tie it a 14; however. Cedar reclaimed the lead and hit one at the buzzer to go ahead 21-18 at half­ time. It was two minutes into the second half before either team scored, but the Red Hawks eventually began to hit a higher percentage of its shots than the Scots. Cedar led 37-27 at the end of the quarter In the fourth quarter, a three-pointer by Steve Schmidt seemed to give the Scots a boost half-way through the quarter, but the shots still failed to fall for the Scots and the Red Hawks clung to their lead For the Scots, Bom had 16, Schmidt at 15. McCormick had eight. Ryan Stephen had four and Chris Allen had four Against South Christian, the Scots won the tip and Steve Schmidt's basket gave Caledonia its first and only lead of the game. Half way through the first quarter, however, the taller Sailors had taken a 12-5 lead, primarily due to their superior reboun­ ding and turnovers over Caledonia At the end of the first quarter, the Sailors led 16-9. In the third quarter. Caledonia became more ag­ gressive. scoring the first three points of the quarter The Caledonia defense began to deny the easy baskets the Sailors were able to score in the first half The Scots closed the lead to 10 points at 38-28 when Caledonia forced a tur­ nover with two minutes off the second-half clock Chris Allen, with two consecutive fakes and drives to the basket in the third quarter helped the Scot cause, but South Chris tian maintained its dominance and held on to a 48-32 thirdquarter score In the final period, the Scots picked up the pare with cnsp passes and better ball move­ ment Caledonia's defense started to cause turnovers by South. Caledonia dosed the gap to 11 when Ryan Stephen was fouled and made both ends of a one and one to bring the score to 52-41 Mark Bon cher came tn at the beginning of the fourth quarter and gave some added spark and quickness to the Scot team Although the Scots played the Sailors more evenly through most of the second half, they could not make up for the deficit they spotted the .Sailors in the first half For the Scots. Born had 17, Stephen 10. Schmidt six. Allen four. McCormick four and Mike Simmons one The Sailors displayed well balanced scoring and received 12 points from Van Hulst, 1C from Chad Musch and IC from Ryan Wolthuis Courtesy of Fred Boneher Middleville frosh up record to 14-3 conservation fields. GOOD DEALS...ANDA GOOD DEAL MORE Located on M-40 at 141st Ave., Holland (2 mi. 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Leading the way was Keith Nelson with 17 • Middleville was once again led by Nelson with 18 points points and eight rebounds. and eight rebounds, followed Caledonia 9th-graders down Byron Center 50-42 The Caledonia ninth-grade boys basketball team defeated Byron Center last week 5042 The Scots were led by Nick Freeman who scored 15 points. Jim Abbott added 10 and Jeff Foster nine. Coach Paul Nixon said his Scots played great defense, limiting the Bulldogs to 13 first-half points He credited Sam Neeley, Rich Gamaat and Don Pennock for leading the defensive effort. — DRILLS & PLANTERS — 2 J.D. TOO. 12 row hoar foH JD. 7200,6row, Or new JD. 7000,8 row JD. 7000,6 row JD. 7000,4 row narrow JD. 7000.4 row fode JD 7000.4-30 ODD.^Odrl DR£O 16* fougc wagon Gdd 810 foeage w^gpa Honoa 5500 rouad hde NKS^raaadhdre NJH.I51 rauadhdrr The Middleville Free-style Wrestling Club will begin practice tonight (Mar. I) in the small Middle School gym beginning at 6:30 p.m. Student under 18 years of age will be taught the fundamentals and advanced moves of free-style wrestling under the supervision of High School wrestling coach Tom Ixhman. Information sheets are available at the TK elemen­ tary school offices or visit the gym during practice for more information ZYLSTRA DOOR, INC. CARAGE DOORS AND OPENERS JD 8250,14C dril Via Broar 17x7 foil RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • Sales • Service • Installation KH <99 ha»bme JD. 1219 romer andfeoKr JD 1600, 14'romer maWwarr Gat 7* adit mower HASieata TK wrestling club begins practice locally March 1 “Where the customer comes first" JD. 450,28x7.5 pres, whois — HAY & FORAGE EQUIPMENT — JD. 39'0 fora^hatvnur JD. 38 for^r hamrecr N.H 890 forage harvester w^! heads Gehl 1200 forage harvnrer w/2 heads JD. 664 4 row forage head 3 & 4 row forage heads by Jeremy Shriver with 17 points and five steals. Liu and Finkbeiner had nine points each, and Chris Niles had seven points Playing good defense for the Trojans were Chad Mason. Kevin Doyle, and Rick Basarabski, according to the coaching staff Member of the Grand Rapids Homebuilders Association It would take about 40.000 of your red blood cells to fill this letter O 698-7242 s_*aoVNyEA8-a ___________ 3086 92nd SE, Caledonia__________ �The Sun end News. Middleville. Ml I March 1, 1994 I Page 19 Danny Simmons to wrestle in State Finals March 11-12 Jason Haywood (140 lbs.) lost to the weight-class champion in the first round and failed to qualify for state competition, but his coach. Jim Maxim, said he was very pleased with the way the young man wrestled. (Photo by Laura Love) ^4 State-qualifier Danny Simmons (189 lbs.) took out his Forest Hills Northern with a pin during a match earlier this year. Simmons will take a 42-2 record into the state finals. Mar 11. (Photo by Laura Love) Caledonia's varsity wrestler Danny Simmons will be the sole representative from the Fighting Scots to appear in the State Wrestling Finals Mar. 11-12 al the Kellogg Arena in Battle Creek. Simmons won the 189pound weight class in the regional competition held Saturday in Godwin Heights. In his first match he won by the disqualification of Ron Lcchtictner of Dowagiac. Lcchtietner went into (he match with a 24-9 record. Simmons then pinned Stevensville Lake Shore's Dan Vaughn in 2:49 to make It to the finals. Vaughn carried a 29-3 record into the match. For the gold, Simmons faced Aaron Morehouse of Plainwell. Morehouse had been burning up the Wolverine "B" Conference with an undefeated league­ match record, a league championship and a 24-2 overall record. The Fighting Scot won the six-minute, three-period match with a 10-2 major decision. "11c was very excited about the win," said coach Jim Maxim. "And so was everyone from Caledonia who came to tee him wrestle." Simmons takes a 42-2 record to the state finals and Maxim said the team has arranged for 46 reserved scats for fans and friends of Simmons. Maxim also hopes to sec the entire community of Caledonia show up in support of the wrestler "who worked very hard" to get to the state championship. "He's made it to the final 16. The best 16 wrestlers (in each weight class) will be there.” Also wrestling for the Scots at regionals was Jason Haywood (140 lbs.) who lost in his first match to the eventual weight-class champion from Battle Creek Pennfield, Marvin Voke. He was ahead 9-7 in his second match when his opponent was awarded a near fall with less than three seconds left in the match and lost 10-9. Maxim said he was very pleased with Haywood's wrestling, saying "he worked very hard all week to prepare for the meet.” Maxim said OK Gold champion Adam Stauffer (103) "simply ran out of gas. lie's a superb wrestler he just didn't have it today. He finally ran out of gas. "Overall, we had a very good season," the coach said, now I hope to see everyone at the Kellogg Arena to finish the season." Caledonia High schoolers receive learning experience during ‘Interim’ program Others will be developing by Barbara Gall their ‘problem-solving Staff Writer abilities ” by learning games This week. CHS students will be stepping outside the of strategy such as chess, usual classroom routines for backgammon and axis and dassses that, hopefully, will allies. Some will be learning to remind them that learning paint and others will be learn­ goes on every where. Now in its third year, the ing about a possible career by popular four-day interim of­ job shadow mg a prof essional CHS Assistant Principal fers students a w ide variety of classes, ranging from trips to Bob Szymoniak said that more Mexico and New York City to students have signed up for an spending four days on the independent study this year, Michigan dunes, to learning with each student presenting how to put on a television rock his or her own proposal for the four days. show "We have made parent con­ Students will sec plays in Toronto, museums in tacts and contacts w ith the site Chicago, teach in elementary where the student will be.” he schools, fly an airplane, build said. "We will be contacting that homes for the homeless, train with college and professional sue every day to make sure the student is there, and doing trainers and learn desktop what be or she proposed publishing "Three girls, for instance, The active types might be on the ski sk^pes. in the gym. are job shadow mg at the Hope Network, and another is ac­ on the ice skating rink or m tually combining a craft with the pool. the study of entymology. "He wants to learn to make fishing lures for fly casting, but he has to study all about the insects he will be copying with his lures.” Szymoniak said that none of the programs cost the district any money, although some bus transportation is being donated For all other costs, students either pay their own way, or the group has held some fund raisers to help cover the costs of traveling or tickets New this year is desktop publishing and a class in ad­ vanced computers m which students will learn computer programming at Aquinas Col­ lege and also participate in a workshop for the Internet at Western Michigan University Drama in New York Ci­ ty” is another new offering. Students will see the play "Cats” and take a bus tour of Good Sportsmanship is the responsibility of EVERYONE! the Big Apple. Some favorites are being of­ fered again, such as the teaching opportunity, the ski trip, the outdoor activities class, the chance to see "Phantom of the Opera.” and the trip to study the ecology of Michigan's sand dunes Although costs range from nearly $1,000 (for the trip to Mexico) to no cost at all. Szymoniak said interim classes are not a financial burden, and that they provide experience. “Most of the classes arc free or of minimal cost.” Szymoniak said "We believe in this pro­ gram. The students look for­ ward to the break in the routine, and to learning about something that we can’t offer here, but that they really are interested in.” ASSEMBLERS and PLASTIC MACHINE OPERATORS $7-$7.15 per hour plus daily overtime in some cases. Second & Third Shift. We currently have 45 openings in the Southeast Grand Rapids area. Reasonable commuting distance. 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CALL FOR DETAILS * LESSONS ONLY $3.00 — COUNTRY — For the past several weeks. 1 have been telling people every where I go how important a “yes" vote on March 15 is to Michigan’s future Proposal A offers Michigan a fair balance of taxes, full and equitable funding of public schools and in­ creased job growth On the other hand, if Proposal A is defeated, the back-up plan would devastate Michigan’s economy by levying double the property tax rate for school opertions on homeowners, increasing the state s income tax to 6 percent and hiking the Single Business Tax to 2.75 percent While most people I talk to favor the ballot plan, everyone has been concerned about two things: the real estate transfer tax and the filing deadline for the homestead affidavit Homeow ners are especially confused about the threat of higher property taxes if the affidavit is not filed before March I Fortunately, the Michigan legislature is doing something about those two issues This week, we passed and the governor signed into law a bill that cuts the real estate transfer tax under both the ballot and the back-up plans Also, the governor issued a directive Friday that extends the filing deadline for the affidavit to May 1 if the ballot proposal passes To cover both bases, the Legislature is acting to extend the deadline for the back-up plan, as well. 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Capitol Commentary Xb Large 14" Pizza eg-gc Pepperoni □ ' No Coupon Needed • Limited Time Offer PICK-UP ONLY Ready in 15 Minutes OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK .«rs anur ova custorju � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/704/SunandNews_1994-03-08.pdf 3ec93d1e8bcd9fcb4070778a45f6babd PDF Text Text MML counsel explains options in forum Thornapple Twp. planners OK mining special use permit by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Gravel mining on the pro­ perty of Dennis Wilson in Thornapplc Township has been given the go-ahead. The Thornapplc Township Planning and Zoning Com­ mission approved Wilson’s request for a special use per mH last Wednesday This has been a lengthy pro­ cess that started last spring when Wilson first submitted a mining proposal to the commission That proposal caused an outbreak of concerns by Wilson’s neighbors at his Irv­ ing Road property. The commission determin cd that Wilson's first request was not complete. When it was not resubmit ted after several months, the commission denied it At the public hearing last Monday, it was apparent that many of those concerns still existed * Some of those brought up included damage to the roads, increased traffic, safety (par ticularly of the school children), effect on the ground water, noise, and reclamation of the areas mined. Ironically, this public hear­ ing immediately followed one on the amendment of the township's mineral extraction ordinance which the commis­ sion passed by a six to three vole. That amendment must have final approval by the township board before it can be changed The board will be meeting at the Thornapplc Township Hail this Thursday. March 10 at 7:30 p.m Township Supervisor Don Boysen said the proposed amendment will most likely be discussed and acted upon by the board at that meeting Wilson's request technically comes under the old ordinance that is not as defined or sir in gent in its requirements as the new one But. his attorney, Gary Schenk, agreed to abide by mans of (hose requirements listed in (he new ordinance even though it is not yet in effect. As a part of the approval for the special use permit, the planning commission included several provisions. "We added these provisions to mitigate the problems that the neighbors feel exist," said Planning Commission Chair­ man Jack Spencer. One of those provisions is that the permit is only good for two yean That is part of the new amendment Before the permit can be renewed, the planning com­ mission must review it and decide whether to exlent it or not explained Spencer "They also agreed to abide by the fact that if the terms of the permit are violated, the commission can chose to shut down the entire operation, " Spencer said. There are many terms in the permit that include such things as hours of operation and set­ back requirements The special use permit was approved six to three with Commissioners Bill Getty. Con Moellmg. and Regina Stein opposing The document is public record and can be viewed at the township office. Schenk, who has handled the legal end of many mining permits, told Spencer that this is the most drawn out and str­ ingent process has he has ever dealt with. "We have tried to do ihe best we can for both Dennis Wilson and his neighbors." Spencer said. "And the permit wasn't just handed to them on a platter!" Monday’s vote decides ‘yes’ or ‘no’ for government in Caledonia bv Barbara GaD Staff Writer It’s a gauntlet of "Say Yes" and Vote No" signs. But nowhere on Caledonia Village’s Main Street is there a sign that says, "Wait a minute!” Caledonia Village residents face a ballot question Monday that will determine whether or not the century-old village will continue to exist as a governmental unit, separate from Caledonia Township. If two-thirds of those voting approve, the Village of Cale­ donia will be "vacated" or dissolved, and a separate village government will no longer exist. All village operations then will come under the jurisdiction of the township. The vote will not only af­ fect village residents, but also the structure of Caledonia Township government, which will have to take over all vil­ lage assets and liabilities if the village is dissolved. Township residents have no vote on the issue. While the factions support­ ing either side of the question are quite adamant, many vil­ lage residents say they are William Steude, general counsel for the Michigan Municipal league, spoke lost week to Caledonia Village residents on the village dissolution issue. H ...while there are many questions about what happens if a village is dissolved, there aren’t many answers. H — William Steude, Counsel Michigan Municipal League See Cal. government. Page 2 Middleville joins the satellite age with ‘Sky School’ by Jean Gallup Staff Writer A low cost satellite system will "bring the world into the classrooms" at Thornapple Kellogg with the installation of "Sky School." Provided by the West Michigan Public Broadcast­ ing. the satellite equipment was paid for by Middleville Tool & Die Co., Inc. and donated to TK as an investment in Middleville stu­ dents. "This is a very reasonable investment for this much po­ tential," said Gary Middleton, vice president of the tool and die company. Having the kind of informa­ tion available from the public broadcasting satellite will help develop the partnership between education and business that both need to be successful. Middieton added. The *Sky School* satellite system was recently delivered to TK Chuck Furman, (left to right) assistant general manager of West Michgan Public Broadcasting; Barbara Fournier, director of educational services for WMPB, Gary Middleton vice president of Middleville Tool and Die. Steve Garrett, superintendent of Thomapple Kellogg and Wendy Romph, member of the TK Board of Education, are on hand to examine the new technology With "Sky School" Thomapple Kellogg staff and students will have access to such programs as GM I math and science, news and current events, foreign language courses, in-service programs, student/staff teleconferences, instructional television sources and satellite commu­ nications technology. Twenty-one satellites can be accessed by the small dish, with a variety of services pro­ vided by different satellites. Provided is a chart with co­ ordinates that tell the operator where to aim the satellite, and a receiver that locks in the strongest signal. The technology is spreading in schools rapidly, with satel­ lites recently installed in the Traverse City, Mason, Byron Center, Southgate, Dearborn Caledonia, Grandville Hancock. Adrian, Jennison and Roscommon school dis­ tricts Making the technology more available is its low cost, said Barbara Fournier, director of educational services with West Michigan Public Broadcasting "It’s exciting. It helps schools, particularly rural ones, provide very affordable lechJK^y This ties into our mission of providing low-cost programming to schools," Fournier said. The satellite antenna, re­ ceiver and cable will be deliv­ ered anywhere in the United Slates for $429. "Were are putting together a guide that will go to the schools, listing all the pro­ grams. that will have the lat­ est local information." said Chuck Furman, assistant gen­ eral manager of West Michigan Public Broadcasting. There are several other guides to satellite program­ ming that can be obtained, such as "Satellite Scholar," "Satellite Orbit." "National Distance Learning ('enter" and "Education Satellite Network." For example, the "Satellite Scholar" is a comprehensive monthly guide to distance learning for K-12. college courses, and teacher in-service programs. The guide includes phone numbers of networks or providers of satellite educa­ tional programming, copy­ right information and program descriptions are listed by cur­ ricula area and grade level. Also included are helpful hints on operating the satellite system. "Scan Schedule" is a monthly teleconference calen­ dar and overview of satellite programming by month, title, time, topic, right and fees. Coordinates are given for free See Sky School, Page 19 In This Issue... • TKHS to present musical spoof • Verve Pipe concert homecoming for brothers held at TK Schools • General elections Monday for Freeport, Middleville • Caledonia Village Council ballot shows no contest �Page 21 The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / March 8. 1994 CALEDONIA’S GOVERNMENT, continued from frontpage confused and uncertain about which is the best way to vole. While it is the responsibility of each citizen to pay attention to elected officials, the fact remains that many residents are uninformed about their local government and what functions it actually performs Now they must vote on whether to keep that gov­ ernment. many with little idea of all the pros and cons of this historic vote. However, no public forum has provided objective infor­ mation to the residents, they complain. Just attending meetings sponsored by either faction has not given them an objective "big picture" on the issue. Nor has anyone explained to residents the options that lie between "yes" and "no." What about becoming a Home Rule Village, or even a city? Could taxes be cut by contracting services jointly with the township? Will vil­ lage residents really be better off if the village government is eliminated? The only attempt to provide an outside expert to answer these questions was a program held last week, sponsored by the Save Our Village Committee, and featuring Michigan Municipal lxague Counsel William Steude. During the program, one resident told Steude the whole merger movement was based ‘ on villagers’ desire to pay less BINGO American Legion Post #305 9548 Cherry Valley, Caledonia • THURSDAY • Early Bird — 6:30 p.m. taxes. "No one wants to dissolve the village, they just want to get rid of some taxes," be said, citing as an example the "double taxation' system for the public library Village residents pay nearly 10 mills over and above their township taxes to support services and pay part-time salaries to village officials who administer the village’s ordinances, sec to local ser­ vices. planning and zoning, oversee street maintenance and handle the finances of the village. Those favonng merger say that taxes will drop apprecia­ bly if the village layer of gov­ ernment no longer exists, and the village "simply" becomes just another section of the township. Those wanting to keep a village government argue that local services and local con­ trol within the village arc worth some extra tax dollars They also believe that taxes will not go down all that much once village residents pay special assessments for services and debt obligations. Special assessments, they also point out, are not tax de­ ductible. as property taxes are. The Township Board, while not taking an official stand on the issue, has stated that the cost of taking over the village operation will be greater than any assets the village will bring to the township. The township docs tux know how it will meet the shortfall. What neither side has inves­ tigated or conveyed to the residents, however, is that there are other options besides dissolution that might provide ways of lowering taxes or creating a more efficient gov- CALEDONIA SPORTSMAN’S CLUB BREAKFAST EGGS • TOAST • PANCAKES MEAT • COFFEE • ORANGE JUICE Sunday, March 13 * 9 am-12 Noon M-V CAtEDOHU Adults s45* / Under 12 s3°° Coldwater ciuBMOusf I Bring the Family i ri I and Friends! 10% Discount With Ad (I What neither side has... conveyed to the residents... is that there are other options besides dissolution that might provide ways of lowering taxes or creating a more efficient government without totally eliminating the village as a jj municipal entity. ernment without totally eliminating the village as a municipal entity. Creating intergovernment contracts between a village and a township to avoid du­ plication in such services as planning, zoning, police and fire protection is the "cutting edge" of local government to­ day. said Steude. Instead of dissolving, many General Law Michigan vil­ lages like Caledonia have chosen to become Home Rule villages, allowing residents "to more or less write their own" government. Other vil­ lages have chosen ’cityhood," said Steude. He said that as far as the MML could determine, no Michigan village has yet fol­ lowed the path to dissolution, though the issue has been put to the vote in a number of vil­ lages since 1982. Since there is no precedent, Steude said, it is impossible to predict exactly what compli­ cations could face residents if they vote to dissolve Caledo­ nia Village. Dissolution, he said is the undoing of all the processes of the government, and is "is not to be taken lightly, " he emphasized. In dissolving their govern­ ment, village residents give up their authority to self­ govern. That authority instead would be dispersed to the township. Dissolving the village would mean that all forms of village government would cease, all village ordinances would be nullified and the area within the village bound­ aries would be governed soley by the Caledonia Township Board. "Dissolution (of a village) is as complicated as incorporation," Steude emphasized, adding that there are more issues than taxes at stake in such an action. While the township would take over village control if dissolution were approved, such problems as legal costs, village contractual obligations & ^Jax. MEMBER OF IAAM NSPA • INDIVIDUALS • CORPORATIONS • PARTNERSHIPS • FARMS • BUSINESS • ACCOUNTING • PAYROLLS • ELECTRONIC FILING (Federal & State) Financial Ptanr Centre This year we have been accepted to participate in the federal as well as the "State of Michigan Electronic Filing No extra charge when we are the preparer. HASTINGS OFFICE W. apple - hours Mon Fn 9 < m to 6 p m sat 9 am to 1 p m Sun Closed 945-5429 ,e16™5%«0 MKXXEVKXE OFFICE m Broadway 795-3387 ’State of Michigan is limited to refunds only and form 1040 ana CR s ’This is a Pitot Program tor 1993 returns and ocher village liabilities are probably not going to be shared by the rest of the township if the two municipalities merge. Village residents would probably be specially assessed for these kinds of liabilities until all debts are paid off. Steude said. "Water and sewer, road improvement, workers' com­ pensation claims, con­ tracts...these (village) liabilites continue," he said. Since there is no precedent for dissolution in the state, he said he could not predict whether private contractors could sue the former village residents for any kinds of breach of contract situations, nor could he say for sure who would pay all the legal costs of dissolution. "It would be a matter of waiting to see what would happen," he said. In the case of merger, vil­ lage services would disappear, unless the township chose to continue them. Village residents still would be specially assessed for their storm and sanitary sewer system. If they wanted to continue receiving more service than what the county would provide in the way of local snowplowing, street maintenance and im­ provement and tree planting and maintenance, they would pay out of their pockets. The village presently also pays for a Department of Pub­ lic Works employee to work in the village and oversee the wastewater treatment plant. Its budget also includes street lighting, street sweeping, the Christmas parade and funds for maintenance on the M-37 traffic signal. The Village Council re­ ceives state road improvement funds from the state gas and weight taxes. If the village should merge with the town­ ship, however, those funds would go to the county. Steude said, which then has sole authority on where the monev would be used The county position on roads should be nailed down before the vote, he said. He said the villagers also should be concerned about whether the Township Board can accommodate village problems, which still are dif­ ferent from the township's. The Township Board, for in­ stance, would have to amend its zoning ordinance to ac­ commodate village land uses, and the township will have the authority to decide which village ordinances fit. and which will be changed or eliminated to fit with township ordinances. Rather than give up their local control. Michigan vil­ lage residents often have cho­ sen to become cities, be said, pointing to about 130 former villages that have taken that route. The other popular option is to become a Home Rule Vil­ lage, a constitutionally-pro­ tected way for General Law villages like Caledonia to be able to write their own gov­ erning charters. Streamlining costs through sharing services with the township is another popular trend that still allows the vil­ lage to maintain its identity. Has Caledonia explored these options before giving up its self-governing rights? Steude asked. He pointed out that in most all other villages that have discussed dissolution, some kind of study was done to weigh the pros and cons of such an action. Even a debate would be difficult, he said, without a study document. After studies were com­ pleted in other Michigan vil­ lages considering dissolution, in all but one, the residents voted by 2-1 and 3-1 margins to retain their local govern­ ment. In the Village of Sanford, the vote did go in favor of dis­ solution, but the election re­ sults were not valid because Sanford is a Home Rule vil­ lage. Steude said that since dissolution has not come up before, the state statutes governing the process are sadly outdated. This means, he said, that while there are many questions about what happens if a village is dissolved, there aren't many answers. Villages that dissolve can re-incorporate, but that also is a complicated procedure, and usually takes two or three years, he said. Nor is it clear who would pay for the legal costs of reincorporation since there is no village to raise or authorize funds. In such a move, the village probably would not get its as­ sets back from the township, unless such an agreement could be negotiated. Steude tokl residents to ed­ ucate themselves on all the options before their March 14 vote. He urged them look be­ yond just the issue of taxes and consider other factors, es­ pecially whether they were content to give up forever the community's authority to gov­ ern itself and pass atxl enforce its own laws. "No one likes to pay taxes, but that is not the only issue of government." be empha­ sized after the meeting. "We need to consider all the op­ tions before making a decision on how we wish to be governed. Once the change is made, it’s very complicated to go back and try to regain what yiHi had before. "We need to be sure we have made the best choice, and I hope the residents of this village will explore carefully so they can make the best choice for them." u Dissolution of a village is as complicated as incorpora­ tion. ,, William Steude Mich. Municipal League �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml I March 8, 1994 I Page 3 TKHS to present musical spoof by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Murder, mystery, and mayhem are all part of the pkx in the Thomapplc Kellogg High School musical produc­ tion of “The Butler Did It, Singing .“ The musical spoof will be presented on Friday and Saturday, March IS-19. m the high school auditorium at 8 pm both evening* Several of the characters in the musical are mystery writers and may bring to mind memories of the play “The Butler Did it.” When one of the guests at tending a weekend “party" on a remote island is murdered the rest of the mystery writers turn detective m an attempt to find w ho had committed the dastardly deed In the process, egos and er­ rors of the writers take many com k twists at they try to fi nd Superintendent’s Corner by... Steve Garrett Superintendent of Thornapple Kellogg just who is the murderer m disguise This musical which is being directed by TKHS music teacher Duane Thatcher will be the 25th and final produc­ tion he will do “This one is going to be dif­ ferent from what we’ve done before," Thatcher explained. “I had directed all of the Broadway musicals I warned io do. “So. I could chose to repeat one of the musicals, or try this one.” Students performing in the musical include Melanie Johnston at Haversham, a young housemaid who is an ex-convict; Kiley Thaler as Rrta. a social secretary; Jenn Steorts as Miss Maple, a wellknown society hostess, and as mystery writers. David Timm as Father White. Jeremiah Wert as Chandler Marlowe. Scott Evans as Louie Fan. Mike Lee as Rick Carlyle, Megan Oliver as Laura Carlyle. Jake Blough as Peter Flimsey. and Kati Zocrner as Chanty Haze Several other students play Two board seats up There will he two Board of Election positions to be filled at the annual school election Monday. June 13. The board posi­ tion* are currently held by Wanda Hunt, a four-year member, presently serving as secretary, and Donald Williamson, a 20 year member presently serving as treasurer Resident* of the Thomapplc Kellogg School District in­ terested in running for election first must file nominating peti tion* A candidate must be 18 years of age. have been a resi dent of Michigan for at least 45 days and a resident of the Thomapplc Kellogg School Distncl for at least 30 days Interested candidate* should obtain their nominating peti /tion* from the district administration office between 8 a.m. and 4 30 p.m Monday through Friday Petitions must contain at least 21 signatures of registered school district electors. It is recommended that a reasonable number of signatures over the minimum be obtained to protect against invalid signatures All petitions must be returned to the administration office by 4 p.m. April 11. Members of our local Board of Education are elected to fouryear terms on a non-partisan ballot by the voters of the com­ munity. The board has seven members. Currently serving on the Thomapplc Kellogg Board of Education are Jan Siebesma. president; Wendy Romph, vice president; Wanda Hunt, secretary; Donald Williamson, treasurer; and Gary VanElst. Dan Parker and Richard Roth, trustees. Who can be a candidate for the board? School board members may be parents, non-parents. young people 18 years of age or older, or senior citizens. In short, school board members are citizens representative of the community they serve Are school board members paid for serving on the board? The answer varies from district to district. Michigan law pro­ vides that board members may be compensated at a rate of up to $30 per meeting. In the Thomapple Kellogg School District board members receive $15 per called meeting only and are not compensated for committee meetings. It is mH always easy being on the Board of Education. Many times you will be asked to make difficult decisions when none of the options seem to be good But it can also be very rewar ding to kwow that you play a very important part in providing an educat Kin for our community’s children What is the most important consideration when making a decision as a board member, or for making a decision to be a candidate for the Board of Education? School board members are trustees, responsible for a trust established by the com­ munity . The most important beneficiaries of this trust are the students Board members are directly accountable to the people they represent Their primary obligation is to ensure that needs of students are met We at Thomapple Kellogg have been most fortunate to have had excellent, hard-working, dedicated board members As a candidate for the Board of Education, you would be cany ing on a long tradition of service to your community and its youth STAUFFER & W1GGERS INSURANCE AGENCY Cal/ us for a quote for all of your insurance needs. • Auto • Life • Health Home • Business • Investment Caledonia Village Centre 9365 Cherry Valley Avenue Caledonia, Ml 49316 891-9294 Pop can drive to raise money for senior party Parent* of Thomapple Kellogg seniors are planning a pop can and bottle drive for Saturday March 19 This is just one of the fun­ draisers by the parents as they plan for the overnight, non­ alcoholic senior graduation party They are asking for people to begin saving returnable cans and bottles now According to Susan Stapish, committee chairwoman of the fund raising commmittee, the cans and bottles will be picked up by the parents and seniors. For more information on the drive, contact Stapish at 795-7705. Donations will also be ac­ cepted. Those interested should also call Stapish. The main cost of characters in the Thornapple Kellogg musical 'The Butler Did It, Singing,” will be taking the stage on March 18-19. They ore (front row. from left) junior Christina Oaks, student director; senior Kati Zoerner os Charity Haze: junior Kiley Thaler as Rita; sophomore Megan Oliver as Laura Carlyle; sophomore Mike Lee as Rick Carlyle, and freshman Scott Evans as Louie Fan; (second row. from left) Duane Thatcher, director; freshman Jake Blough as Peter Flimsey: junior Melanie Johnston as Haversham; senior Jeremiah Wert os Chandler Marlowe; and senior David Timm as Father White. servants who provide the chorus for the musical. They are Sarah Beute. Jenni Wieringa. Mandy Fliearman. Josh Steorts. Josh Wert. Jen­ ny Malison, Julie Shear. Gina Yoder. Brian Bowman. Dann Jousma and Ben Knauss Christina Oaks is student director and Maria Parker is assistant Jim Oliver and Pat Thatcher are providing the accompaniment Cost for the musical is $3 and tickets can be reserved bv calling 795-7497. MRK€ UF€ ICSS TAXING Tax Managament and More Inc. mill prepare pour return correctlu and at a good price! Steve Antecki, M.S.A. • 891-9401 I MRKC HOUSt CRUS SAVE for their tomorrow. TODAY Middleville woman on Taylor dean’s honor list Rachel Hillman of 4980 Patterson SE, Middleville, was named to the first semester dean’s list at Taylor University for the 1993-1994 school year Rachel, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Hillman, is a graduate of Thornapple Kellogg High School She is a freshman at Taylor To be named to the dean's list at Taylor, a student must achieve at least a 3.6 grade point average on a 4.0 scale while carrying 12 or more semester credit hours. Tay lor L’mverstfy is a Chritian liberal arts college based in Upland. Ind What do your children want to be when they grow up? Whatever it is, they’ll need a good education to go very far. It’s not too soon to start saving for their education In fact, the sooner you start, the bet ter There are a variety of savings plans available, and one is just per feet for your needs. Stop in and discuss your children’s future with a personal banker today Then, re lax and enjoy the growing years knowing their future is secure Subscribe Today! Receive all the news for the Barry County area in the Hastings Banner. Cali 945-9554 The Hastings Banner FDIC ANK 627 MAIN ST. CALEDONIA 3205 68th ST. S.E. DUTTON 303 ARLINGTON MIDDLEVILLE 891-8113 698-6337 795-3361 ALEDONIA THE FIRST NAME IN COMMUNITY SERVICE BANKING All 3 Locations Open All Day, Mon.-Fri. and ’til Noon Sat. �Page 4 / The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml / March 8, 1»4 Neighbors With. NORMA VELDERMAN Good morning, everyone What a wonderful warming trend? We had some mallard ducts come down our creek this week There is still ice on the creek, but at least it is not solid. Johnny and I go for longer and longer walks, now. as more and more grass appears I^M Saturday, after the heavy blowing snow with drifts over the driveway, we went to the road and started back We watched our neighbor across the road plowing out his drive. We suddenly heard him coming up our drive Here came Scott McKeown plow­ ing out our drive. 1 could see enough to go on up to the house without getting lost, so Johnny stopped to talk to him. With a big gnn. he said that he thought it would give him a boost clearing away drifts that were deep enough — over my high bam boots With a wave, on he continued completing a pass up to our house and back to the raod Then be went down to his folks to dig them out too. Wasn't that a thoughtful and unexpected thing for him to do? That is what I love about a small community People take time from their busy lives to lend a helping hand to neighbors just for the joy of sharing Thanks and a great big hug to you. Scott Not really too much news Most of us who don't have to get out. enjoy our comfortable homes thanking God that we don't have to get out daily to worry about our cattle, letting our younger farmers have their share of worry. 1 can remember when we were hack on our farm on Cherry Valley We had gone to MSU in East Lansing for an award banquet On the way over, our old junker would not heat up so Johnny had to put cardboard m front of the radiator We had thrown a blanket over our legs to keep us warm It was so coW over and back. We got home about 2 a.m. Johnny was worried small restaurant that used to be on the north side of Church and E State She remembered a long rectangular building across from what is now the Methodist Church parking lot Ann Kenjon said that is was a boarding place for young girls who worked at the Globe Knitting works that used to be down by the river near the bodge I’d like to visit with Thelma in her home and record all her memories. I later went to my history god-parent. Don Dean, asking him for help m getting the name of the hotel boarding house restaurant. He is such a wonderful source of any history . He called me back, saying the name was the Norgan House. Then he dug further and found names, pic tures and dates I wish they would invent a about the pipes being frozen and about some young calves that were in the northern pen He changed his clothes and went out The pipes were frozen and the calves had frozen ears and tails It took until morning milking time to get it straightened out. Johnny never got any sleep. So we are very grateful that we don't have to get out but can slay in and look out. en­ joying not having to do much except keeping our drive clear so Cay can get to work tn Grand Rapids at the law firm where she works Now Cay can struggle with frozen water pipes when the heated waterers don’t work right 1 had a wonderful time talk­ ing local history with Thelma Carl. What a lot of Mid­ dleville history she knows! I asked her about the former hotel or rooming house and way to tape all the facts that a person has. electronically, of what a person has in his head Don knows so much and has so much material available that give him a huge amount of history. If he can’t tell you right away, give him time and he’ll find the information and source. I remember listening to a tape that said a person's mind should be declared a national treasure to be protected and preserved That is the way I feel about Don Dean. He knows so much and is such a caring. sharing pension with all his know ledge That is why I call him my history god­ parent He actuals taught me much of our local history. and I am so grateful God bless you. Don. for what you are and what y ou share w ith all of Continued next page — LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church — Serving a Living Lord SUNDAY....... 9:45 a.m., 11:00a.m. & 6 00p m WEDNESDAY............................ Family Fellowdiip Prayer & Bible Study 7:00 p.m. 7240 68th Street. SE - Caledonia 2 mile* eavt ol M-37 Pastor Rgv Brian F. Harrison Youth Pastor, IJarrel L Schrock Music. leffery C. Vander Heide CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH A church with a caring heart for our community and the world Sunday Services....... 9:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. M-37 at 100th St., Caledonia, Ml Church Office; (616) 891-1512 Rev. Gerald Van Oyen Al Tiemeyer Community Calling iAPTIST FIR*. CHURCx MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville Bruce N. Stewart, Pastor Lee Taylor, Assistant Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer Word cd Life Club* 9:45a.m. 11:00 a.m. 6:00p.m. 6:45 p.m. 6:45p.m. WELCOME TO CHRISTIAN REFORMED 6201 Whitneyville Avenue Sunday School........................ 9:30 a m. Sun. Morning Worship.......... 10:30 a.m. Evening Service...................... 6 00 p.m Rev. Bernard Mulder, Pastor 868-6306 LEIGHTON UNITED METHODIST Gaine* United Brethren Church Kalamazoo Avenue at 92nd Street Caledonia Michigan Telephone MM2S2 Pastor Mark Beers LAKESIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Pastor Scott Taylor Reaching People With Christ 830 am to 9:30 am — First Worship Service 9:30 am to 9:45 am — Coffee Fellowship 9:45 am to 10:45 am — Sunday School 10:45 am to 11 00 am Coffee Fellowship 11:00 am to 12:00 — Second Worship Service Nursery and Childrens Church will be provided during both services purity " 1 Timothy 4:12 Sunday Morning Worship (Interpreted for hearing impaired).............. ;9:30 a.m. Sunday School.................................................. 11:10 a.m. Sunday Evening Service.................................... 6:30 p m Pioneer Club (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday..................... 6 30 p.m. Prayer Meeting - Wednesday........................... 7:00 p.m. Youth fellowship - Sunday.............................. 5.00 p.m. RAY TOWNSEND. Pastor TIM DOUBLESTEIN. Youth Director 708 West Main Street Morning Worship Service............ 10:00 a m Sunday School............................... 11:15 a m Evening Worship Service................ 6 00 p m Rev. James Cusack Phone 891-9259 YOU ARE INVITED Saturday Evening Mass............................. 5:00 p.m. Rev Roger Timmerman. Pastor Sunday Mass....................... 9 00 a m. & 11:00 a m WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 8546 Whitneyville Ave at 84th St *895 8661 'The Church where everybody $ somebody and Jesus Chnst b Lord~ Sunday School.......................................9 30 am Sunday Morning Wortfvp..................... 1G 30 a m Sunaoy Evening Worshp.................. 6 00 pm. Wea Meweet Prayer 8 B©fe SkxJy...... 700 p m Rev. Bobby Dale Whitlock 7953667 MIDDLEVILLE and PARMELEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES 111 Church Street Sunday School.......................................... 9:45-10:45 Wednesday Night "Family Night" 6:45-8:15 Include* Adventure Club. Chmn lor Children and Ate>. High School Youth Group and Adult (Uwe* For information call: 891-8119 St. Paul Lutheran MISSOURI SYNOD “God Cares for You” Wl|t Did ®ime JHrfhudiat (Church Cornerstone Wesleyan Church 5590 Whitneyville Ave . S E Alto. Michigan 49302 Plane 795 7076 Kraft Ave. & 84th St., Caledonia, Ml 8:30 a.m am 11 00 am. Rev. Robert Gerke 891-8688 Office / 891-8978 Church GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 12200 Chief Noonday Road (at <Min l_ake) Wayland, Michigan 493411 • 795-7903 Barner Free / Programs for All Ages Sunday Wordup 10 (JO am Sunday School II 15am Wednesday Rev. Lynn Wagner — 795-3798 Rev. Carroll Fowler — 765-5316 Church Office Phone — 795-9266 P<uax Itffrn La . God's family) Sunday Morning Worship Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Parmelee Morning Worship........... 9 30 a m Miaaieviiie Sunday School............ 9.45 a m Middleville Worship...................... 11 00 a m Ses nasarr Doaon °aaor Swrexxxon. Raflor / Ute J»nay UscOr Church School..........................9.30a.m. Choir Practice ................. 9:30 a.m. Meeting at the Comer of Worship Service............. 10:30 a.m. Wood School Rd. and Wing Rd. Senrices — 250 Vine Street Sunday Schoo 1000a_m Church Office 891-8669 Morning Worship .............. 1100 a.m. Parsonage 891-8167 Evening Worship 600p.m. 8:30 or 11:00, 6:00 Children \ Church; Youth Worship during morning iervicc», Canway St puppet ministry for K4th during evening venicn (Come join our family Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST Barner Free • M-37 between Caledonia & Middleville Sunday Worship Services 891-8028 MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Peace Reformed Church Sunday School 10 00 a m. Morning Worship 11:00 am. Evening Worship........... 6 00 p m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting/ Children s Classes....... 7 00 p m. Royle Bailard, Pastor - 868-6437 - Family Night 6 00 p m htsptrtng, Pmatvt. Udaani, )v»ful The Reorganized CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST of Latter Day Saints 8146 68th St neat Whitneyville Ave Church School, » Sunday 10 (JO a m Morning W oedup....... 1100 am m'F Evening Worship 6 00 pm Wcd R,lo*'hjP ,7 30pm (in home* or church) call Pastor Lloyd DeVormer Sr. 897-7407 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / March 8, 1994 i Page 5 Whitneyville Bible plans mission conference Whitneyville Bible Church. 8546 WTiitneyville Ave.. Alto, will have its an­ nual Mission Conference March 20-27. The theme of the con­ ference is “Go Tell the World.” The conference will begin Sunday. March 20 at 9:30 a.m. with Joan Wood. “New Tribes.” speaking to the adult Sunday school classes. The Rev. Vic V a n R avens waay. “Interact" (formerly Arctic Missions). will speak at 10:30 a.m. A fellowship dinner will be held at noon, followed by Joan Wood at 1 p.m. The conference will con ENGAGEMENTS Ballard ■ Smelker to wed Meber Springs. Arkansas The wedding will take place at Fort Belvoir. Virginia, where both are presently serving in the United States Army. The ceremony will occur at 1 p.m. on March 19. 1994 tmue Monday and Wednes­ day evenings at 7 p.m. Don Tack with “Servants Center” will join the mis­ sionaries Monday, along with those who participated on the missions trip to Puer to Rico from WTiitneyville Bible Conference. The conference will con­ clude Sunday. March 27. with a men's breakfast at 7:30 a m. The Rev. Don Tack at 9.30 a m.; and Rev Richard Walton of "SENT" at 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. The public is invited to at­ tend the services Walter Bender to celebrate 85th birthday Walter Bender to celebrate 85th birthday . Happy Birth day Dad. from your three sons Raymonds observe 25th anniversary GLCC On March 7, 1994, Glenn and Nancy Raymond of Middleville celebrated their 25th wedding anniver­ sary. Friends and family helped them celebrate with a surprise party held on March 5th at the Middleville VFW Holl. TK grad earns WMU degree Lori Anne (Newman) Taylor, a I9K9 graduate of Thornapple Kellogg High School, graduated from Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo Sunday. Dec '22 She graduated with honors with a bachelor of arts degree in elementary education. She did her student teaching at Taft Elementary in Wyom­ ing, Mich. She is seeking employment in the teaching profession. Dave Smelker of Freeport along with Bob and Linda Rosa of Hastings. Michigan, announce the engagement of their son Robert Michael Smelker to Shannon Denise Ballard; the daughter of George and Joyce Ballard of Serving our Country Adam C. Sherman Lori Anne Taylor NEIGHBORS from Page 4 US. Stop and see — your choice is clear. Richard J. Choryan, O.D. DOCTORY OF OPTOMETRY 133 E Main St, Caiedon.a, Ml 891-9224 Betty Newman said she at­ tended the musical program at Gun Lake Community Church Saturday evening. Florence Fiala was there with her. I think that she said it was call­ ed "Musically Married " Sunday evening Betty attend­ ed a birthday party at the home of grand-daughter Rhonda and Ken Fisk. It was a birthday party for their son. Michael, who is 6 years old. Don Stauffer said that they had dinner with Gary . Jane and Haley Stauffer in Grand Rapids, Sunday Well, folks. I guess that is all for this week Maybe the warm spell will melt most of the snow. and not give us too much fog. ice or snow for a few days. 1 think that most of us arc ready to greet spring with open arms Love you all very much -J AFFORDABLE fe Family Dental Care Ronald B. Stegehuis, D.D.S. 891-1240 We welcome new patients. Please call for your appointment ■x available Monday-Saturday. “ I 9505 Cherry Valley Rd. 'L Caledonia • on M-37 J in the new State Farm Bldg ',>u>r north of rhe bght ■■■J Navy Airman Apprentice Adam C. Sherman, son of John D. and Jan L. Sherman of 10084 Whitneyville. Alto, recently reported for duty with Strike Fighter Squadron 94, Naval Air Station, Lemoore, Calif. He joined the Navy in April 1993. Gun Lake Community Church REAL LIFE . . . REAL ANSWERS At GLCC you will experience God's love touching your life. Receive a warm smile. Shed a tear. Share a laugh. Be encouraged by God's word and inspired by uplifting music. You will be glad you came. Join Us Sundays -10:00 am. Always Inspiring, Joyful, Positive, Peal Gun Lake Community Church 12200 Chief Noonday Rd. (1/2 mile east of Patterson) Keith Dragt, Pastor 795-7903 Retain the Services you Expect! VOTE NO on March 14th Paid for by the Save Our Village Committee • 528 Main, Caledonia �niHn.i.Uo.:™..... Page 6 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / March 8. 1994 ■■■■■■■■■■■■■■—-------------- Canadian author answers McFall students' letter TK Bulletin Board March 8 - McFall Alligator Pie day Picture day West (say cheese!). Art talks for Mrs Elies and Miss Lintz. M S Volleyball vs Lee. here M S. wrestling vs Hopkins, here March 9 — Picture day of MW students * McFall and also al Page M.S reminder Turn in your orders today for the fun­ draiser M .S. band roller skating in evening March 10 — Pictures for T-Th Kindergarten and 1st graders Bedtime stories at McFall. 7 p m. Art talks for Mrs Dood and Mrs Overholt Third graders to see Charlotte s Web (P E T. sponsored) M.S. volleyball vs. Byrun Center, there M.S. wrestling vs. Byron Center, there Miss Diehm's English I students go on a field trip to the Grand Rapids Art Museum Band festival at West Ottawa for Cadet and Symphonic bands March 11 — No School, teacher s in service March 12 — Forensic team goes to Portage Northern Science Olympiad goes to Battle Creek March 1< - McCall read a t shirt day Barry County Substance Abuse Program speaks to 9th graders about drugs on the 15, too School board meeting. 7:30, High School library. March 15 — Voting Day!!’ Take the time to vote P E T meeting at McFall, 9:30 a m. MS volleyball vs Caledonia. 7th there. 8th here M.S. wrestling vs Caledonia, there March 16 — M S volleyball. B team vs Wayland, home Barry County Substance Abuse speaks to the 10th graders about drugs, on the 17, too. Senior parents sell tickets for senior party during lunch hours Ixioking Ahead... March 17 — Bedtime stones at McFall. 7 p.m Happy St. Patrick's day. wear green M S volleyball vs. Godwin, there. M.S wrestling vs. Godwin, there. March 18 - McFall P E T popcorn H S students see the musical performed, “The Butler Did It Singing ” Musical open to public in the evening March 19 — Musical open to the public in the evening March 23 — Pick up orders at Middle School for fundraiser March 22-24 - Half days at elementanes. for conferences April 1-10 — Spring Break! Teachable Moments... Wed - Mrs Thaler’s 2nd graders finished reading the biography of George Washington Carver. Since he invented over 300 ways to use peanuts, they will use peanuts in several different ways while doing reading, math and science They can’t wait to make their own peanut butler Quote of the Week - The principal function of March is to use up the winter weather that wouldn't fit into February First grode teocher Linda Meyers and her class display some of their favorite books including those by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Even as early as first grade, kids will chose a favorite author In Linda Meyer's first grade class at McFall Elemen­ tary. her students decided to write to that favorite author. Canadian Robert Munsch They were delighted when he wrote back to them, answered some of their ques­ tions. and included a picture. Munsch wrote to the kids that he gets ideas for his books from his own three children and Mimetimes from other children, too. He likes to tell stories made up right out of his head Munsch explained that many times those stories aren’t very good, but sometimes they are. That's how lots of his books have started. It's Coming in March To A Television Near You!! by Canadian author Bob Munsch who wrote back to them and sent along a picture. The children in Meyers’ class have several favorites written by Munsch like / Have To Go: Purple, Green and Yellow. and Show and Tell. And the kids are planning to write heck Munsch also included a map of Middleville with his letter and asked the kids to mark where McFall is and send it back to him. Obituaries Elizabeth Looman MIDDLEVILLE - Mrs Elizabeth Looman, 85, of Barlow Lake Road, Middlevil­ le passed away February 28, 1994 at Thornapple Manor in Hastings. She was born February 23, 1909 in Rock Valley, Iowa the daughter of Cornelius Hoorn and Martina (Sluiter) Hoorn. Mrs. Looman worked for Holland American Wafer Company. She was preceded in death by her husband, Milan in November 1993. Mrs. Looman is survived by son and daughter-in-law, Robert and Betty Looman; grandchildren, Bill Waddell, Mary (Craig) Loveless, Bobbi (Denny) Smith, Cheryl (Tim) Boynton, Deb (Mike) Ohlman; eight great-grandchildren; one sister; three brothers; several nieces and nephews. There were no funeral services, cremation has taken place. Funeral arrangements were made by the Caledonia Funeral Chapel. William Jakubielski C-TEC Cable is about to add more value, choice and selection to enhance your premium cable viewing with the introduction of our C-PLEX Packaging offering Cinemax. Cinemax2 and Encore at discount prices. Beginning in March you can enjoy two screens of Cinemax Encore offers you hit movies from the 60 :s. 70’s and 80 s all uncut and commercial free PLYMOUTH - Mr. William Jakubielski, 95, of Plymouth, Michigan passed away Febru­ ary 22, 1994 at the home of his daughter. Husband of the late Lottie; dear father of Henrietta Beeler (Conrad) of Middleville; Edward (Janice) of Troy; Cecelia Agegian (Martin) of San Leandro, California; and Dr. Lorraine Jakubielski of Plymouth Township; also survived by three grandchildren and six great­ grandchildren. Funeral services were held Saturday. February 26, 1994 at St. Florian Church. Interment at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Detroit. Arrangments were made by Leo J. Miller Funeral Home. Call for Classifieds Phone 795-3345 A C TEC Cable representative will contact you with more information or call 1-800-545-0994 Cinemax Cmemax2. Encore1 More Choices and Greater Value 24 hours per day C-MORE, C-BETTER, C-TEC CABLE SYSTEMS. i SORE FEET / ANKLES? S Medicare, B.C.B.S., PPO, HMO Diabetics • Adult & Children Foot Problems KENT PODIATRY i.i* <5 V g 11 ft •CABLE SeSTfVS 1 Assignment Accepted! • Terrence J. Enuley, D.P.M. 6u Main Street in Caied°nia Call... 891-9133 ■ iu �.rwf The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I March 8, 1994 I Page 7 Four TK students participate in regional spelling bee contest were in fourth through eighth grades had advanced to the regional by being the top spellers in their schools Four Thomapple Kellogg students, two from Page Elementary and two from TK Middle School, were among the group They were fifth-graders Lana Goodin and Abby LaVoie, seventh-grader by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The Thornapple Kellogg High School auditorium was the site of the 1994 Scripps Howard National Spelling Bee regional Feb. 24. Seventeen students from the area, such as Lowell. Grand Rapids. Cutlerville. Alto and Middleville participated Each of the students who Knsten Overbeek and eighth­ grader Katie Gravelyn Goodin and Overbeek ad­ vanced through the third round of the competition, which ended with the fourth round Jolynn Stalsonburg of Runciman Riverside Elemen­ tary won the regional and will advance to the semifinals in Grand Rapids Garage sale fundraiser cancelled; steak fry still on for Saturday The parents of the Caledonia High School senior class have canceled an ‘upscale garage sale fund­ raiser originally scheduled for March 19. Proceeds from the sale were Join 600,000 Satisfied Homeowners! Jon more than (XX)000 customers who nsure that homes and motile to benefit the parentsponsored all-night graduation party, but other fund-raisers now promise to be more pro­ fitable and less laborintensive. said the Senior Par­ ty hffui Raising Committee. The parents said they ap­ preciate the offers of items for the sale, and the interest of potential ‘ shoppers.” “We hope the community will turn out instead for our steak fry on March 12.” said Betty Caskey , co-chairwoman of the committee homes with us' Wrth that many 'Minted customers we nusl be to none' "Our Policy is Service" 497 Arlington St. (M-37) Middleville, Ml 49333 Thornapple Kellogg hod four representatives in the regional spelling bee. (from left) fifth-graders Abby LaVoie and Lana Goodin, eighth-grader Katie Grovelyn. and seventh-grader Kristen Overbeek. The is pleased to welcome... Kari Misak Licensed Technician ...to the Staff. Nominating petitions ready for Caledonia Board electon dung vomettwto ik/X l*e pro VMtHQ rjuaMy pmtectie at KM cost and dams service that ts scemd J.L. Schwartz Insurance Agency Caledonia American Legion Post 305 is sponsoring the din­ ner to help raise funds for the p»ny The menu will include nbeye steaks, baked potato, salad, bread and beverage, and the meal w ill be served at the Legion hail, located just north of the Caledonia traffic light on M 37 Tickets are $10. and may be purchased at the door or in ad­ vance by calling 891-1946. Caledonia Community School district residents in­ terested this year in running for a scat on the Caledonia School Board may obtain nominating petitions on weekdays between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. at the Board of Education office. 203 E. Main Street. Nominating petitions must be filed by April 11. and all petition circulators must be registered voters of the schol district. The four-year terms of board members James Gless and Bernard Nagel will expire June 30. 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Feb. 28 The entire student body at the TK Middle School got to share in the VanderArk's return with over an hour of music that spoke directly to the them The appeal of Verve Pipe went beyond just the music because the VanderArk brothers represented a kind of success that each of the TKMS students hope to achieve as adults Verve Pipe is no longer just a four-man local band. Their unique style of music has earned them around the country and even overseas. Students who bought Verve Pipe topes, CDs. and T-shirts got an added bonus, personal autographs. Brian VanderArk autogr^hs a T-shirt. Brod VanderArk, Thornapple Kellogg Class of 1987. ploys bass guitar for the group Verve Pipe. Brian VanderArk who is the lead vocal for Verve Pipe writes the lyrics and music for all of the groups songs. A STEAK FRY Saturday, March 12,1994 Serving 5:30-8:30 at the Caledonia American Cost: $10.00 Legion Hall Proceeds to the... Caledonia Senior Class Party Menu: 10 oz. Boneless Ribeye Steak Baked Potato - Salad Bar • Bread Coffee or Pop Tickets sold at the door or in advance by calling... 891-1946 Sponsored by the American Legion Post 305 Brian, who attended TK schools until his junior year (and graduated in the early 1980s). writes the lyrics and the music for the group He also is the lead vocalist. Brad, a 1987 TK graduate, plays bass guitar for the group A.J. Dunning, the lead guitar, works closely with Brian in harmonizing the original songs. Drummer Don Brown keeps the beat on drums *‘We've played in front of audiences of thousands." said Brian, “even overseas in Japan “But, I was more nervous about coming back to TK to do our music for a few hun­ dred middle schoolers.” The group’s hour plus show included included songs from their two tapes, “I’ve Suf­ fered a Head Injury.” and the recently released “Pop Smear.” Most of the songs Brian writes deal with current issues and social problems His songs don't condone the use of drugs, alcohol and ocher harmful behaviors. “I don't want to write songs like everybody else,” Brian explained. His writing style and Verve Pipe’s talent earned two awards in the 1993 Detroit Music Awards, Brian got Best Vocalist and A J. was named Best Guitarist. Then, Verve Pipe earned off top honors, $25,000, and an all-expense paid trip to Japan for the Musicquest In­ ternational Showcase from the United Stale Yamaha Sound­ check contest that was held in Dallas. Texas last September The band was the Gold Prize winner in the Japan competition, carrying home the second place prize last October. Even with world renown, Brian and Brad remember their roots Performing for the TKMS students brought back reminders of this Many of their former teachers were there to hear them Tom Nash, the middle school music and jazz band teacher, played a pan in get ting both VanderArks in­ terested in guitar In fact, when Brad graduated in 1987, he receiv­ ed the Jazz Band Award. Brian said it was a little dif­ ferent playing for a middle school age group since their regular audiences are collegeage and young-adults But. both the band and the audience, including the VanderArk's mother Lorie Mrozinski. really enjoyed themselves Brian said the band would love to come back Tapes. CDs and T-shirts were available after the con­ cert and the students flocked to buy them and get things autographed Middle school librarian Marta Blough even took a dozen of each tape and several T-shirts back to the middle school so students could buy them later. Those didn't last long. Blough thought that would be plenty, but, she has a list of over 80 items students still want. The high school students didn’t have the chance to be at the Verve Pipe concert. But, just from the band’s reputa tion and what the high schoolers could hear outside the auditorium has generated many requests from them, too Meanwhile. Verve Pipe, which was just formed in July, 1992, has hit the road on a mini-lour in the Midwest and on to another band contest Though Verve Pipe has already tasted success. they don’t have a recording con tract with any particular com­ pany. yet. Their two releases, which are available at Vinyl .Solution in Grand Rapids, have been published independently “Maybe we II find our sponsor through this contest. ’ ’ Brian said. And Verve Pipe ’s concert at the TK High School increased the number of fans in this area and those students from the audience arc spreading the word. MARCH 14 • MARCH 14 • MARCH 14 • MAUCH 14 REELECT Ed schellinger TRUSTEE Middleville Village Council I would appreciate your vote on Monday, 2 March 14. Paid for by Ed Schethngef, 540 Charles, Middleville, Ml MARCH 14 • MARCH 14 « MARCH 14 • MARCH 14 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I March 8. 1994 I P»ge 9 Caledonia FFA competes at state contest Members of the Greenhond Conduct of Meetings team now competing at the state level are Kyle Poalmon (front, left), Scott Kudlock, Tim Rodgers. Josh Donker (bock, left), Kirk Smith, Nicole Potgeter and Amando Mahrenholz. 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MI 48824 There is a S3 serSee ncfcat* on sale. Page 19 | From Our Readers Cost of local government way too high! Dear editor: On March 14. Caledonia Village residents will vote on the proposal to merge village and township government This ballot proposal came about in response to our growth. Township-wide growth brought rapidly increasing property assessments, combined with high tax levels, and rapidly in­ creasing costs to run govern­ ment at any size. I believe the merge proposal has been the best thing to hap­ With All Due Respect To pen since I have lived here. It has forced everyone to carefully examine and analy ze their local government struc­ ture and levels of service. People are now attending meetings, demanding accoun­ tability. debating service levels, and asking elected of­ ficials some hard questions People here are learning how expensive local govern­ ment is; whether it is village or township We have been learning that we all need bet­ ter fire, police, library , trash, sewer, water and a host of other services as we grow We are learning that we must plan now for w hat promises to be a very turbulent decade Although this ballot pro­ posal issue initially generated a high degree of emotion, how one "felt" about the issue has been largely proportional to how each resident has been connected to village officials over the years. I believe the reaction is settling now into a more objective, decision­ making process as the realiza tion that government is expen­ sive. sets in. For example, when we look at other communities around us. we see that Byron Center. Ada. Cascade and other com­ munities are under township government We realize that though we had the second largest amount of snowfall this year to date (77 inches), the County Road Commission got 6.200 township residents out to work each morning’ Even the village had to ask (and pay for) Kent County to help plow and salt the roads in the village last month Certainly, snowplowing and leaf pickup are local pro Nems that need attention However, do we need a second level of government with all the apparatus of zoning, trustees, attorneys, hearings and such, just to arrange for someone to pick up the leaves or shovel the snow? This proposal will save each village home about $400 per year If you like paying taxes, let s pay for better police and fire protection! Village residents have perhaps a once in a lifetime opportunity to choose the kind and how much government they want A fully informed voter will vote "yes” to merge local governments Corey Mieras Caledonia Caledonia DPW deserves local compliments An Apple A Day May Not Cut It. An apple a clay is a great start, but y our good health deserves more. You need the health services available at Wayland Medical Center. Wayland Medical Center provides personalized medical care close to home for life entire family, from routine check-ups to ongoing follow-up care to treatment for serious illnesses or injuries. And, because it is backed by the resources of Pennock Hospital and Blodgett Medical Center, you’ll receive the high quality care your health deserves. Together. Pennock and Blodgett make health care more accessible and convenient for you and your family For an appointment, call Wayland Medical Center at (616) 792-3475. WavtuMl Medical Crruer [vinxjmits wnh Bkx- tzoss Anna Health Plans Blue Cross Trust Bhie care Network Care Choices. IBA Health & Life .Assurance Co . Physicians Health Plan and Pnonry Health Medicare is also accepted US 131 To the editor: I would like to publicly compliment the Caledonia Village Department of Public Works for the fine job they have done with snow removal on our village streets this winter. After transversing the coun­ ty, traveling on county roads and streets maintained by three other municipalities, it has been a pleasure (and relief) to return home daily to the well-plowed streets of Caledonia Village. I remember the way it used to be when the county was paid a special fee to maintain Voters should decide to keep our village To the editor: I’m writing in response to the many articles about our village. I’ve lived here around 60 years and think it is a good place to live. If you have any questions about the village, check with the village clerk, for the facts, not someone who doesn’t even live in the village. Why give up something that is working and in the black for something that has their own problems Just vote "no”. Dons Loring Caledonia Village village streets. Several times I was forced to park my car on the school parking lot. hiking home with my bricfcasac because it was impossible to get through the deep snow on my side street with a passenger car. 1 then waited until my private snow removal contractor arrived to clear my driveway and, congenially, my street from Main to my driveway. These memories help me appreciate the condition of our local streets this past winter. Sandy Robertson Village of Caledonia Let’s save our village because it’s special To the editor: I have lived in the village of Caledonia all my life (71 years) and really appreciate our village and its people. We live on Short Street and when we came back from a vacation, it was such a plea sant surprise to sec our street beautifully paved and the shoulders neatly srmxxhcd with gravel 1 sat down and wrote a letter of appreciation to our Village Council thanking them for a job well done’ We (my husband and I) will never vote to dissolve our village, it’s special! Edison and Mary (iood Caledonia (A-45) 1 Wayland Medical Center z W Superior E Supenor | MED^^CENTER 145 S Main Street - P.O. Box 381 Wayland, Ml 49348 NOW TAKING APPLICATIONS ...for summer employment. Stop by on Friday or Saturday, between noon and 5 p.m. to pick up an application. (19 Bkx* Saur at Sfcp I e> PENNOCK HOSPITAL Yankee Springs Golf Course A New Vision of Health 12300 Bowens Mill Road • Wayland 795-3356 or 795-9047 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I March 8. 1994 I Page 11 ‘Endangered’ takes more awards on tour; now on southern circuit by Jean Gallup Staff Writer The truck that took seven awards at the recent Autorama in Grand Rapids has been to two more auto shows, and is still impressing the crowds, said its owner Denny Huffman. A showing in Detroit resulted in a first in it's class for "Endangered" and considering the size of the area, makes Huffman happy The vehicle features designs painted by Mitch Tolan and the mechanics and hydraulics designed and installed by Ross DeMaagd, both Middleville men. Using the theme of endangered animals, the truck has snow leopards, American bald eagles, timber wolves and an Indian motif painted on the tonneau, doors, tailgate and hood. Using computers, the truck hood, doors and tonneau open and lift, and then close, without a human participating. Following Detroit, the truck competed in the International Championship car show in Louisville Kentucky. Once again, the truck won several awards. "Second in its Class." "Most Popular" "Outstanding Contemporary Vehicle" and "Outstanding Paint" all were awarded to the 1993 Silverado extended cab Chevrolet. While in Kentucky, Huffman said be received invitations to appear at auto shows in Georgia, Tennessee, North Carolina, Alabama and Oklahoma He said be will take some of those invitations to show the truck and plans on being at shows in Toledo and South Bend during the month of March The only disappointment for the men who produced the prize-winning truck is the lack of a sponsor so far. and a covered trailer is still needed to transport the vehicle. For information, call Huffman at 664-4968 (From left) owner Denny Huffman, engineer Ross DeMaagd and artist Mitch Tolan pose with the award­ winning ’Endangered* truck. AID Buy of the Week Sign locations at businesses to be ‘grandfathered’ by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Portable signs used for advertising in front of Pastoors Family Market and the Thomapple Kitchen won’t have to be moved after all. The Middleville Planning and Zoning Commission determined that the signs would come under a “grand­ father clause” because they had been stationary prior to the amending of the village’s sign ordinance. Owners Lou Veenstra (Pastoors) and Jim Tuff (Thornapple Kitchen) had at­ tended a Village Council ' meeting recently to register a complaint about receiving a letter that said they needed to move their signs. Both men felt that since the portable yellow signs had been there longer than the or­ dinance was in effect, they should not have to do it The signs are used to adver­ tise for the businesses Village Planner Mark VanderPloeg had issued the letters tn accordance with the sign ordinance that said that temporary signs could not be displayed for longer than 30 days. VanderPloeg checked into the legalities of problem and then recommended to the commission that these par titular signs be allowed to remain “Anyone who has placed a temporary sign since the or­ dinance was adopted (the last revision was tn early summer of 1993), will have to live with the new ordinance.” he said VanderPloeg also explained that if either of the two signs are moved at all. they will no longer be grandfathered and then will nerd to abide by the current sign ordinance “This portion of the sign ordinance may become a pro­ blem. so. the commission has decided to take a look at it in the near future.’’ VanderPloeg said. 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Ml I March 8. 19»4 Ada youth wins spelldown Caledonia School holds regional spelling bee event by Barbara Gall Staff Writer You could have heard a pin drop in the Caledonia Elemen­ tary gym Seldom will anyone ever witness 17 elementary and middle school youngsters sit­ ting so quietly, but clearly the students facing the audience that day were feeling a little pressure as they waited to compete in the Feb. 24 Caledonia regional round of the Scripps Howard National Spelling Bee Each of the students was either the winner or the runner-up in his or her school contest, and parents and friends were on hand to videotape, photograph and just provide moral support to their particular contestant. Caiedonia Elementary teacher Hilde Chile coor dinated this regional, one erf many in the nationwide Scripps Howard National Spelling Bee Schools participating in the Caledonia regional included Hilde Dilley. Caledonia Elementary teacher and coordinator for the Caledonia Regional of the Scripps Howard National Spelling Contest, presents regional winner Mike Vujea of Ada Elementary with his win­ ner’s certificate, looking on are Mike's parents, Bob and Cindy Vujea of Grand Rapids. CORRECTION The Geneses Hair Salon ad in the March 1st Sun & News should have read $5.00 off the regular $45 perm and style. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may have caused. 698-1991 • 3363 68th Street SE, Caledonia (In the Dutton Professional Building) Contestents in the Caledonia regional listen ner­ vously as Coordinator Hilde Dilley explains the rules of the contest. Caledonia Elementary, Dut­ ton Elementary. Kettle Lake Elementary. Dutton Christian. Caledonia Middle School. Ada Elementary, St. Patrick s Parnell, Milo A. Brown Elementary and Col­ lins Elementary. The students sat patiently as Dille welcomed the guests and explained the rules of the con­ test. Each student then got a chance shake the jitters and get used to the microphone during a practice round. Finally, the real spelldown got under way, and one by one, each student approached the podium to try whatever tricky word the pronouncer read from the list In the first round, words like “mongrel,” “nougat.” “jaundice” and “annuity” tripped up some of the con­ testants. while others spelled “clemency,” “honorific” and “trammel” correctly. Little grins of relief marked those who made it through the round, while losers kxiked chagrined and cast some sidelong looks of disappoint­ ment at parents in the audience. After the first round, only six spellers remained in the contest and two more then sat down when they missed “deciduous” and “chenille. ” Of the four boys left in the third round, three missed words one after the other, (“nightingale,” “ascertain” and "aerobility”), leaving young Mike Vujea of Ada Elementary the chance to win the regional, if he spelled his next two words correctly If he didn’t, all those in the previous round would get another chance Stepping io the podium, he spelled "prowess” and then “sighingly’ correctly to win a berth in the area level of competition He had already conquered Looking for a PRINTER? Call... 945-9554 The four boys competing in the final round of the regional wait to see what words they’ll hove to con quer to stay in the competition. “sabotage” and “betrothal” on his way to the final round. 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Keep Local Control of Your village VOTE NO on March 14th Paid for by the Save Our Village Committee • 528 Main, Caledonia �Page 14 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I March 8. 1994 ‘Winter Olympics’ fit with social studies Dutton Christian fourth-graders go for the gold at Olympics by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Not just every elementary principal has an Olympic event named in his honor Dutton Christian Principal Robert Terpslra. however, was so honored when his fourth-grader* chose the •' Bob-sled'' event to cap their week of wacky winter Olym­ pics. Feb 14 18 Planned for fun as well as some learning about countries in other continents, the fourth­ graders were divided into teams representing Italy. The Netherlands. Japan. In­ donesia. Gabon and Finland Each team had to make its country 's flag and then create an anthem and a cheer to per­ form during The Games "We knew we could run in­ to had weather, so we had some fun creating events that we could do inside." grinned teacher Teunis Witte "But our opening ceremony is an outdoor extravaganza " Students marched with their banners through the halls and on outside, where they carried their Olympic "torch" to the highest piece of playground equipment where it could be seen by all Each team then sang its an­ them and performed its cheer The actual events, however, were designed for fun. and. unlike the real Games, did not depend on elaborate structures or fancy equipment In the ski jump event, for instance, students competed in flying an aerodynamically A Dutton Christian Olympic team participates in opening doy ceremonies by singing the anthem' the members composed for their country. designed paper airplane for distance, while in the ice hockey competition, ping pong balls were "puffed" into the net by students blowing on their "pucks" instead of swat­ ting them with a stick. 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Ryan faced the most difficult part of his Nack belt test This test consisted of two board breaks which he successfully splintered On Jan. 26. Ryan was challenged with .the second part of his testing The criteria for the evening was demonstrating 9 forms, sparring and oral ques lions pertaining to karate Ryan has been taking karate lessons since he was three and one half years old. When he began, he set the following goals for himself, to be number one in the tournament circuit to obtain his Nack belt and to be an Olympic com­ petitor He has completed two of the three goals he set Ryan began tournaments immediately after starting his karate career He was a member of the Michigan Karate Circuit and ranked number one in the slate for two consecutive years. Then Ryan advanced into the na­ tionwide tournaments. He became a member of N.A.S.K A. (North American Sport Karate Association). Ryan has competed na tonally for two years. In 1992 he was ranked number four in his form diviwon and number seven in his spamng division. In 1993 he was ranked number two in sparring and number five in his form division. This year, as a Nack belt, he hopes to add the number one ranking in the N.A.S.K.A. circuit as well as to the ATA (American Tae Kwon Do Association) tour nament circuit to his list of accomplishments Ritchie’s choice to move to Lawrenceburg. Kentucky was to seek all possible chances of making his third goal of being an Olympic competitor come true He currently trains in Lex­ ington. Ky. under the instruc­ tion of fourth degree black belt Enc Moberly and second degree. 1991 World ATA Champion. Julie Bums. Ryan recently returned from Pittsburgh where he placed first in forms and se­ cond in sparring. The end of March. Ryan will fly to Las Vegas with his instructors to compete in a na tonal tournament Ritchie s other tournament travels will be to Indiana. Wisconsin. West Virginia. Tennessee. Minnesota. Arkansas. Washington D.C.. Florida and Georgia. Caledonia JV eagers win one, lose one Ryan Ritchie (top), with his Instructors Julio Bums and Eric Moberly Children's poet brings humor, fun to school! Some of Brod Bogerf s poems teoch youngsters ways to remember things, for instance, the order of planets in the solar system. Bogert shows the little girl who's Saturn how to moke the rings turn round and round. Poet Brod Bogert, a former attorney who now writes children s poetry visited the Thornoppie Kellogg elementary schools last week Here he shores one of his poems with McFall students who ore just tickled with how Bogert tells the story. The Caledonia Fighting Scots jayvee basketball team beat Byron Center 59-32. but faultered the next evening, losing to the Coopersville Bronocs in overtime. 58-55. This bnngs the Scots’ overall record to 8-11. In the Byron Center game. Caledonia jumped out to a 17-3 lead in the first quarter and held the lead throughout the game. Chris Allen was four for four from the penalty stripe in the first eight minutes. The Scots starting five ended the first quarter with a 20-5 lead In the first 10 seconds of the second quarter. Fighting Scot Ryan Stephen hit a triple. Caledonia continued its tough defense and neither team scored for almost two minutes when Stephen hit another triple to raise the score to 26-5. Defense ruled in the fourth quarter as the first score by either team came on a free throw by the Bulldogs after 2 minutes and 20 seconds had expired. As the quarter reach­ ed its midpoint. Caledonia eased its offensive show, but John Grinstead drilled a triple with 50 seconds left after a pass by Mark Boncher. Nate Gless added to the Caledonia lead with a jumper at the 20-second mark to give Caledonia a 59-32 lead, which turned out to be the final score. For the Scots, Stephen was high scorer with 14. He was followed by McCormick with 12, Allen with nine, Schmidt with seven. Bom with six, Grinstead with three, and Gless. Simmons. Stnplm and Boncher all with two Aaron Roussey lead the Bulldogs with 17 points. In a make up game held on Feb. 26. Coopersville came to play the Scots jayvee. fhe Scots began with a much better brand of play than at the poor contest held at Coopersville when the Bronocs easily prevailed. The Broncos started the fourth quarter with a three pointer, to take a 40-39 lead, their first lead since the early stages of the first quarter However. Bom’s two points gave the Scots a 41-40 lead. The sec-saw continued with the lead changing hands on virtually every tnp down the floor. A big steal by Allen, followed by Stephen's 16-footer. put Caledonia up by five. In the last 3Mj minutes of the regulation. Caledonia kept up its hustle, but the Broncos seemed to find the goal a little easier Missed free throws by the Scots allowed the Broncos to take a 5149 lead However, with 1:25 left. Bom again tied the score at 51 all. Coopersville hit with 50 seconds left to go ahead 53-51. but shortly thereafter Schmidt drove to tie the game at 53-53 with 18 seconds left A defensive rebound by McCormick with 4 seconds left insured the game going in to overtime with the score tied at 53-53 In the 3-minute overtime, the Scots got the tip. but neither team scored until 1:55 was left on the clock. At that point, the Broncos took a 55-53 lead The Bron cos increased this lead to 58-55 on a free throw after the teams again traded baskets With 17 seconds left in the overtime, a time out was call­ ed by Caledonia However, the two three point attempts failed to hit the mark and the Scots lost 58-55. High scorer for this Scots was Hom. once again, with 28 Stephen had eight, Schmidt had seven. McCor mick had six and Allen had six Chad Meyer had 15 for the Broncos (Country of Fred Roneher) �Page 16 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I March 8. 1994 Scots end season with overtime games, 1 win 1 loss The Caledonia varsity bas­ ketball team has been keep­ ing the fans in their seats un­ til the final buzzer with two overtime games and a third game which was decided in the final seven seconds The Scots kept Hudsonville from taking the out-right championship in the OK Gold by downing the Eagles 77-75 in overtime in the season ender, Friday night. Caledonia was down by 17 with a little more the three minutes left in the game when it started eating into the lead With 1:51 remaining, the Scots were still down by 13. By the time the clock read 03, the Scots bad drawn within a basket and Brian Rea hit a turn-around jumper to tie the game at 68 and send the game into overtime In the O.T.. Hudsonville again had the lead with :03 remaining on the clock when Pat Stegeman hit a clutch three pointer to put the Scots up 77-75 for the victory and to deny the Eagles sole possession of the cham­ pionship honors in the OK Gold Coach Larry Rea said it was an exciting way to end the season and head into dis­ trict [Hay. Leading scorer for the Scots was Stegeman with 22. He was followed by Brian Rea with 20. Dave Uyl with 19 and Brian Folkersma with 10. The Scots will begin dis­ trict play with a game against the winner of the Monday night's Byron Center/Wyoming Rogers game. Caledonia defeated Byron Center 58-55 in a game Feb. 24. With seven seconds left in the game, Caledonia was up 56-51 when the Bull Dogs scored a lay-up and stole the inbound pass and turned it into a score to come with a point. 56-55. However, the Scots made a successful inbound and the Eagle were forced to foul Uyl. He made both ends of Caledonia's junior forward David Uyl (4) drives past the Coopersville defense during the Feb. 26 makeup game between the league rivals. the one-and-one to pocket the victory. The free throws were the key in the game as Caledonia made 13 of 16 while the Bull Dogs made only eight of 12. leading scorer in the game was Stegeman with 12. Uyl had 14 points and Dustin Ruth had 11. Caledonia's other overtime game came against Coop­ Free throws were, again, the deciding factor in the game, but this time it went against the Scots. The home­ town boys made only seven of 15 while the visiting Broncos made 18 of 25. Caledonia will go into dis­ trict [Hay with a 9-11 overall record and a 7-7 finish in the OK Gold conference. Middleville Trojans hitting stride as district action gets underway "We re playing pretty good right now." said Middleville varsity basketball coach Curt Holzhueter after the 62-47 win over Comstock Park. Friday night. "It was tight in the first half until the late in the second quarter when we pulled away," he said. "When we came out in the second half we were red hot." The Trojans held a slim two-point lead after one. but opened the gap to 10, 27-17, by the break. Nathan Bundy hit three three pointers in the third period to help the Trojans pull out to a 20-point lead. Scoring a game-high and personal-best was Brian Brewer with 25 points in the game. He also had eight re­ bounds. Andy Brewer scored 15 points, including two treys and swiped the ball five times. Matt Liu kept a good view of the floor and dished off six assists in the final regular season game. The win gave the Trojans a 13-7 overall season record going into districts. In other action last week, the Trojans stole the ball from Lakewood more than 15 times and also stole the victory from the Vikings, 6457 last Tuesday. The teams battled for the lead throughout the first two periods with each taking turns at being up by two to four points. Lakewood had the lead af­ ter the first eight minutes 1210 and Middleville had it at the intermission 31-29. The first significant lead in the game came early in the third period when Bundy hit back-to-back three pointers and Jim Mason and Andy Brewer hit field goals to put the spread at 39-29 with just two minutes off the clock in the third period. Middleville’s use of the touch pass to clear the ball from under the basket to the free man set up additional shots on the hoop. The Tro­ jans held the comfortable lead until 3:30 was left in the third period. The Vikings, led by Andy Secor s three free throws. Adult 3-on3 basketball finals standings Brian Folkersma (14) looks for an opening in the Hudsonville defense os he br­ ings the boll upcourt during Friday's exciting matchup between the Scots and the league-leading Eagles. With less than two minutes in the gome Folkersma sank a crucial triple to help bring Caledonia bock from 10 points down and eventually win 77-75 in overtime. ersville in a make-up game Feb. 26. The Scots and the Bronco’s fought to even at the end of regulation but the Broncos were able to gamer two more field goals than the Scots tn O.T. for the win in the OK Gold. Stegeman had 17. Rea had 15 and Ruth had 12 in the game. Team.............................. W-L Mayhew........................... 15-1 Elwood............................ 11-5 Middleville Tool A Die 10-6 Hackmasters 8-8 Old Tiers........................... 7-9 Yberna............................... 7-9 TK Staff 6-10 Pickard's Plus................ 5-11 Sanford ......................... 3-13 slowly cut the margin and the visitors closed within one point 53-52 with 1:17 left in the final period on Secor's long three-pointer which hit nothing but net. Andy Brewer put the Tro­ jans up 60-54 with 29 sec­ onds left in the game by hit­ ting free throws. After a foul was called on him. I ,ake wood's Jared Curtis was also slapped with a technical for unsportsmanlike conduct. Brewer sank three and the Vikings were never able to make up the differ­ ence. leading scorer in the game was l^akewood's Jason Bar­ num with 18 points. Secor added 14. hitting one field goal, one three-pointer and nine of 10 from the freethrow line. Brian Brewer led the Tro­ jans with 15, followed by Andy Brewer with 13 and Bundy with 11. Andy Brewer led the Tro­ jans with six steals. Mike Sarver had 10 re­ bounds and Brian Brewer had seven. Jim Mason, while not putting a lot of numbers in the score book, set up several easy baskets for the Trojans with blind passes and strong picks. "It's the best we've played in a long time," said Holzhueter. "We played bet­ ter and smarter. Hopefully we can keep this momentum going into the districts next week." Middleville's building blocks of momentum were knocked over last Monday night with a 55-48 loss to Godwin Heights. The Trojans were ofT just enough for the Wolverines to get the win in the O-K Blue showdown Bundy led the Trojan scorers with 13 and Sarver had 10 potnts and seven re­ bounds. Tonight (Mar. 8). Delton (2-15 overall and 2-10 in the Kalamazoo Valley Association) will take on Wayland (5-7 in the O-K Gold and 10-8 overall) in the second game of the district playoffs. The winner from Monday night's game between Mid­ dleville and Allegan will face Hastings on Wednesday. Semifinal winners will meet in the finals on Friday night. All district games will start at 7 p.m. in the ThornappleKellogg High School gym. Caledonia area kindergarten meeting reset The Caledonia Community Schools will hold ns kindergarten information meeting Tuesday, April 26, instead of the previously scheduled date of April 19. The meeting still will be held in the Caledonia High School Performing Arts Center, beginning at 7 p m. Anyone with questions should contact either Diane DeYoung or Linda Baker at Caledonia Elementary, 891-8181 — NOTICE — The Caledonia Township March Board of Review will meet at the Township Hall located at 250 Maple, Caledonia, Michigan The Board will meet Monday, March 14, 1994 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon and from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.; and Wednesday, March 16, 1994 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon and from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. by appointment only. Written pro­ tests will be accepted and must be received in the Assessor s office by March 12, 1994 The estimated 1994 equalization factor for real property assessments in the Township of Caledonia will be as follows 1.00 Agricultural 1.00 Commercial Industrial 1.00 Residential 1.00 Developmental 1.00 It is estimated that personal property assessments in Caledonia Township will be multiplied by 1.00 to determine the 1994 State Equalized Valuations (SEV). Thomas G. Doane Caledonia Township Assessor (107) �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / March 8. 1994 i Page 17 General elections Monday for Freeport, Middleville bv Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The general elections to chose village officials in Freeport and Middleville are set for Monday, March 14 Most of the vacancies will be uncontested m the general election, except for three, four-year council terms in both villages. In • Freeport, the three Republican candidates who won m the primary. incum­ bent Gary Dutcher. Connie Geiger Allred and Tim Nicholson will be joined by Democrat Doug Conger Gary Dutcher, 41, is serv­ ing as a trustee with two years of council experience. He works for the State of Michigan in food services. He has been the leading ad vocate for the formation of the village police department and u the councilman who directly oversees its operation “Since we’ve had the police. Freeport hasn't been near the race track it was in the past." he said “Besides offering protection in general, they have answered a number of calls that are not very visi­ ble to the public " Dutcher also is concerned about the direction that needs to be taken with the water system and a sewer system that he feels will become an issue “much sooner than we think ’ ’ A Freeport native, he and Deborah, his wife, share their home with three of their four children and an exchange student Connie (ieiger-Allred, 47. runs her own business as an investigator of insurance fraud. She feels that the council needs to be sure to look at the total picture as far as the way the village runs. GeigerAllred also thinks that some of the credibility in the village government has disappeared. “1 am interested in what the majority of the people in town want,” she said. “People need to take a stand and begin to cooperate. I’d like to help bring it all together and get the ; community interested in being involved ” Geiger-Allred and C.J.. her husband, have five grown children. Tim Nicholson, 37. is an engineer at Amway. He has lived in Freeport for about ten years, on and oft. Poor to one of his moves, he won a seat on the council as a write-in candidate. However, he had to resign when he moved away from the village He feels that there needs to be more discussion about how much or how little there should be in terms of police activity Nicholson also said he feels the village will be facing some zoning issues He said he decided to run for a council seat because there was a need Nicholson and Margaret, his wife, have two daughters. 16-year-old Emily and 15-year-old Kelly Doug Conger refused an in* terview and photo, so infor­ mation about him is not provided Dunng the primary. Jim Yarger. received several votes as a wntr-in candidate Yarger owns and operates Freeport Auto Service Current Village Clerk Diana McGuire said that there were several write-ins. but in many cases they did not count because the box next to their names had not been checked Gerald Stogray In the case of the other posi­ tions being filled, only one candidate will be on the ballot for each, except for village clerk. No one was running for that spot, but Joni Morey was a write-in candidate and still is interested in filling the position. Art Bennett is the sole can­ didate for village president Dorothy Kelley is unoppos­ ed for treasurer And Gordon Yoder is the only candidate for assessor Those positions, particular­ ly for village president are not all cut and dried, according to current Village President Lyle Blough Blough said that a sticker campaign was being run by several of the candidates who were eliminated dunng the primary The group has had in­ dividual stickers printed with their names and they will pro­ bably be passing them out to voters prior to the election. “It’s so important for peo­ ple not to assume that the peo­ ple on the ballot are already elected,’’ Blough said. “Voters in the village still need to get out and vote!” In the Middleville election, the only contested spot is in the four-year trustee terms. Those Republicans who won in the primary, incum­ bent Jim Oliver, Scott Miller and Jerry Stagray, will be joined by Democrat Ed Tim Nicholson Schellinger who is currently a trustee Ed Schellinger. has years of experience on the village council. Initially, he was appointed to fill a vacancy and then was elected for the remaining twoyear-term in March 1992. Prior to that. Schellinger served on the Planning and Zoning Commission for three years “There are a number of projects the council has started and I would like to be involved in their comple­ tion.” Schellinger said. "And. because of the addi­ tional cost of the new sewer system to each homeowner. I want to try to cut expenditures as much as possible in other areas.” Schellinger said he feels that with the completion of the new sewer system, there will be an increase in the village's population and number of businesses. The council will need to en­ courage that growth and work with it in the village. Schellinger is a supervisor with the Michigan National Bank in Grand Rapids. He and Darlene, his wife, have lived in Middleville for 17 years. The other incumbent runn­ ing is Jim Oliver, 49, who has served one year as presi­ dent pro tern. He is just finishing his first four-year team on the Middleville Scott Miller Ed Schellinger Village Council. Oliver is a Hastings High School teacher of French and social problems. "Once the issue of the new sewer is resolved. I hope to see the Middleville Industrial Park take-off." he said. Oliver would also like to promote more growth m the village per se and see even more community interest develop. “And a lot of people have written off downtown and I’d like to see that change.” “I decided to seek re­ election because I wanted to see things through that the council has started," Oliver said “The first term is a learning period.’’ Oliver said he has genuinely enjoyed being on the council. “I have been dedicated to the tasks at hand, looked out for the interest of the village, and I am ready to learn and grow more with the council, helping to keep Middleville going in a positive direction.” Oliver and Kathleen, his wife, have two children, 18-year-old Scott and 15-year-old Megan. Scott Miller, 32, is a quali­ ty technician for Simpson Industries. His position involves him in the financial aspect of big business. Miller said he feels this ex­ perience would be a benefit in Connie Geiger-Allred Gory Dutcher serving on the council. He has lived in Middleville his whole life and feels that it is “time to become involved. ” “I’m interested in working with the council as the sewer project is completed, and 1 want to help the village move forward,” Miller said. Miller and Susan, his wife, were just married in August. Jerry Stagray, 57. has served on the Middleville Zoning Board of Appeals for the last five years. Stagray, who is a foreman at VanWalers & Rogers in Dutton, is also active in the Lions Club. He decided to run because he wants to "take a look at new things ami meet ikw challenges." Stagray feels that the sewer project will continue to be an issue as will planning and zon­ ing issues. “I am community minded and I want to help improve Middleville as we head for the future,” he said. Stagray and Donna, his wife, have lived in Mid­ dleville for nine years. The couple has two grown children. Running unopposed Mon­ day will be Village President Lon Myers. Clerk Cheryl Hooper, John Mugridge for treasurer, and Trustee Jim French for a two-year term. Jim Oliver HARDI - Trailer Sprayers �Page 18 I The Sun and New*. Middleville, Ml I March 8, 1994 All candidates running unopposed Caledonia Village Council ballot shows no contest by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Unle» a Caledonia Village resident wages a successful last-minute write-in cam­ paign. all Village Council candidates running in the March 14 election are virtu­ ally assured of victory. Incumbent Council Presi­ dent Glen Klnver, 224 Vine, was not challenged on the Re­ publican ticket in the Feb. 21 primary, nor does he face a Democratic opponent in the general election. Klaver is seeking his fifth two-year term as president, serving in the office since 1986. He has actively opposed the proposed dissolution of the village gov­ ernment. Also running unopposed is Village Clerk Jacqueline Cherry, who is seeking her ninth two-year term as clerk, though she has served on the council since 1958. Cherry, who lives at 243 Maple, is a life-long resident of the Cale­ donia area, and has lived in the village since 1947. She, too, opposes the disincorporation of the village, stating that she believes it would be one of the biggest mistakes the people of Caledonia could make Susan Berencsi YANKEE SPRINGS TWR BOARD OF REVIEW MEETS MONDAY, MARCH 14 8:00 a.m. to Noon and 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. TUESDAY, MARCH 15 8:00 a.m. to Noon and 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 16 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. All hours are by appointment only (795-9091). Please bring documenta­ tion with you to support your con­ tention of value. Appeals by mail must be postmarked by March 16, 1994. aoo) "I think the people need to consider very carefully what they would lose if they vote their local government out of existence. There are more factors than just tax dollars involved,- she said. Steve Antecki. 528 E. Main, is running for village treasurer, having won the Re­ publican primary race against David Quillan. With no Democrats seeking the office, be runs unopposed in next week's election. A former council trustee, Antecki gave up that scat to run for treasurer when incum­ bent Jay Shook decided not to run for re-election. Antecki also has served on the Village Planning Commission and is co-founder of the Caledonia Neighborhood Watch. He said he would like to see the village retain its local VILLAGE ELECTION To the Qualified Electors: NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, That an Annual Village Election will be held in the village of Caledonia Arlene Oaks Charles Audy — NOTICE — • NOTICE • Thornapple Township BOARD Of REVIEW State of Michigan — AT — 250 Maple, Caledonia, Ml within said Village on ... MONDAY, MARCH 14, 1994 FOR THE PURPOSE OF VOTING FOR THE ELECTION OF THE FOLLOWING OFFICERS. VIZ: One village President One Village Clerk One village Treasurer One Village Assessor Three Trustees - Full Term Trustees - To Fill Vacancy PROPOSITIONS: Shall the incorporation of the Village of Caledonia be vacated? Yes no Notice Relative to Opening and Closing of the Polls ELECTION LAW. ACT 118. PJL 1954 SECTION 720. On the day of any election, the polls shall be opened at 7 o’clock in the forenoon, and shall be continuously open until 8 o'clock in the afternoon and no longer Every qualified elector present and in line at the polls at the hour prescribed for the closing thereof shall be allowed to vote. THE POLLS of said election will be open at 7 o’clock a.m. and will remain open until 8 o’clock p.m. of said day of election. JACQUELINE CHERRY, Village Clerk Paulo Moerland government, but increase its He. too, would look for might be accomplished. efficiency, perhaps by coordi­ ways to run the village as While not afraid to speak nating some services with the efficiently as possible, and his mind, he said that one of township. He also is said he is open to ways that Continued next page — interested in looking for grants to help fund village services. Along with the trustee va­ cancy created by Antecki's The regular meeting of the Thornapple decision to run for treasurer, two other Council trustee Township Board, scheduled for March terms expired this year. 14, 1994 has been changed to March Trustees are elected for four10, 1994 at 7:00 p.m. due to schedul­ year terms. ing conflict. Though she originally in­ tended to seek re-election, in­ Donna Kenyon cumbent Trustee Paula Thornapple Township Clerk (ioi> Moerland recently announced she wishes to withdraw from the election for personal reasons. However, since her decision came too late to remove her name from the ballot, she still is listed on the Republican ticket. The other incumbent, Susan Berencsi, is seeking re-election. A resident of the village since 1975, she was first elected to the council in The Caledonia Township Clerk will be 1984, and presently is seeking having the public accuracy test for the her fourth term. March 15,1994 Special State Election A homemaker and a writer, Berencsi said she has always on Thursday, March 10, 1994 at 9:30 liked community service a.m. at the Caledonia Township Village work, and serving on the Vil­ Hall, 250 Maple St. <io3) lage Council has been an ex­ tension of her interest in the community. She feels that her 10 years of experience on the council and her familiarity with issues such as the sewer expansion and public water projects are important qualifications. "I think what I have learned the most about is how the vil­ lage is affected by the legal The Thornapple Township Board of Review restrictions on what a village will meet at the Township Hall, 200 E. Main can and cannot do," she com­ St., Middleville, Michigan on March 8, to mented. organize, review and make necessary ad She said she likes to bring justments to the Tornapple Township residents' concerns to the assessment roll for 1994. council, and is not afraid to The Board of Review will be open to the hear what the residents have public Monday, March 14 and Wednesday, to say on the issues. She is concerned with the March 16, 1994, from 8 a.m. to noon and 1 to growth in the area, and be­ 4 p.m. Also, Thursday, March 17 from 5 to 9 lieves the council needs to p.m. And, as many other days as needed. look closely at all sides of de­ (Note: Due to the Special Election March 15, velopment and make the best there will be NO hearings on that date.) possible decisions for the fu­ ture of the community She Meetings with the Board of Review is by also sees the question of a Appointment. Please Call the Township public water system in the vil­ Office (795-7202) for an Appointment lage as one of the next big Tentative recommended equalization questions fac.ng the commu­ nity ratios and multipliers used to attain 50% of Also running on the Repub­ true cash values is as follows: lican ticket is Charlo Audy, Class Ratio Multiplier a village resident for the last AGRICULTURE.......... 47.58 1 0509 12 years, but a newcomer to COMMERCIAL............ . . .50.00 1 0000 local government. A county INDUSTRIAL .............. . . .50.00 1.0000 social worker for the last 20 RESIDENTIAL............ 46.17 1.0830 years, he decided to run for TIMBER CUTOVER . .50.00 1.0000 the council because he is con­ cerned about the stewardship DEVELOPMENTAL ... 36.62 1 3654 of his tax dollars, and because PERSONAL ................ .. .50.00 1.0000 he believes the council could DONALD E. BOYSEN, Supervisor benefit from new faces and fresh outlooks. (107) �The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml I March 8. 1994 I Page 19 From previous pagehis qualifications for office is bis skill in communicating with others. Calling himself a "good listener," he said his experience as a social worker has taught him how to listen to all sides of an issue before making a decision. He said be would like to get more of the community in­ volved with its government and close what be perceives as a r<^al "gap” between the people in the village and their elected officials "Different viewpoints are okay, but being divided as we are right now is not," he said. "A government official needs to stay in touch and keep a broad-based under­ standing of where people are coming from." He said he thinks his years of doing investigative work has taught him how to re­ search and weigh information, and he said he understands the problems and the restrictions of government, having worked with both the city and the state levels. On the village dissolution issue, Audy said he has at­ tended meetings and asked questions of both sides, but is frustrated so far by the lack of any public forums where resi­ dents could ask questions and obtain the information they seek. He said be has continued to push for opportunities for such a discussion or a debate and hopes that at least one still might take place before the election. “The people are looking for good information so they can make an intelligent decision on this question,' he said. The lone Democrat running for office is Arlene Oaks, 340 Kinsey, who is seeking a trustee seat on the council. She said with a smile that she thought it would be a "chal­ lenge" running as a Democrat in a traditionally Republican community. A homemaker, she is seek­ ing the office because she feels she can represent the residents of the village on the council. "I really got interested in this through the discussion on a (public) water system." she explained. "That really got me going to meetings, and then I decided I'd like to run." She cited her experience as a secretary/treasurer and a VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA County of Kent — NOTICE — The Caledonia Village Clerk will have a public accuracy test for the Village General Election on Thursday, March 10, 1994 at 10:00 a.m. at the Caledonia Village and Township Hall, 250 Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan. Jacqueline Cherry Village Clerk <W2> PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE THORNAPPLE TOWNSHIP ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT - Rz-3 Notice is hereby given that on March 30,1994. at 7:30 p.m , at the Thomapple Township Hail, 200 E. Main St., Middleville, Michigan, the Thomapple Township Plan ning Commission will hold a public hearing for the pur pose of hearing comments regarding amendments of the Thomapple Township Zoning Ordinance A petition has been received from Don M Murdock, bda Murdock Lumbers Sales, Inc., 6355 Moe Road, to rezone PP t 0814-012-017-10 from an AR zone to In­ dustrial The parcel is currently under a Special Use granted by Barry County as a commercial use. that hav­ ing been granted prior to Thomapple Township’s adop­ tion of their zoning ordinance Legal descnption of property Thornapple part of Sec 12-4-10 beginning SW comer of SW M. thence E 1314 66 ft N 1440 ft to P O B thence W 635 ft. thence N 135 ft. thence E 635 ft. thence S 135 ft to P O 8 Subject to highway RAN The zoning petition and map may be inspected at the Thomapple Township office daily 9 a_m to 4 p.m Any wntten comments regarding this rezomng may be ad dressed to: Mark Sevald. Secretary Thomapple Township Planning Commission 200 E Mam St.. Mid dlevtlle. Michigan 49333 Mark Sevald. Secretary Thomapple Township Planning Commission NOTICE: Thomapple Twp will provide reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed material being considered at the etecborvmeetinghear ng upon seven (7) days notice to the Township Clerk, individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the clerk by writing or calling Thomap­ ple Township Clerk. 200 E Mam St., Middleville. Ml 49333 Telephone 795 7202 <104} business agent for the work­ ers union at Keebler Com­ pany as qualifications for of­ fice. and she added that she has helped negotiate contracts and worked in school and township elections. She wanu the village to be prepared for future growth, and thinks that while a public water system is something the village needs, it will be a big expense for senior citizens and young families. She be­ lieves the residents should get to vote on whether such a utility should be brought into the village She refused to state her po­ sition on the dissolution ques­ tion, but added that no matter bow the election turns out. she wants to see village residents represented in their local government Cherry said that if Moerland were one of the three top vote-getters in the trustee election, she would then have to submit an official letter of resignation to the council. The council then would appoint a new trustee to fill the vacancy, she said. Incumbent Village Assessor Sandra Klaver also is running unopposed for re-election on the Republican ticket. The assessor, however, is not a member of the Village Council. The other issue on the ballot is the proposal to dissolve the village government. (See related story.) The official ballot language asks the voter to say "yes" or "no" to the proposal that the village of Caledonia be vacated. TICKETS SALES SKY SCHOOL, continued from front page — programs purchased for statewide use. Its objective is to promote an awareness of educational teleconferencing opportunities and technologies available to all Michigan school districts. "Telstar 401." was launched in December and turned over to PBS in February. It's a more powerful satellite, with multiple services, Furman said. "Because of the strength, it’s able to transmit a stronger, clearer signal," Furman said. Sometime in the future. Telstar 401 will send signals in digital. "Digital signals is an emerging technology, not for use yet in the home and school. That will be at least five or six years in the fu­ ture." he said. But when Telstar 401 does switch to digital transmission, the "Sky School" program can be upgraded to receive the digital signal. Interactive programming is something that Grand Valley Stale University is doing with "distance learning" right now. and is in the near future for schools. "How much and when the schools have interactive learn­ ing will depend on what pro­ grams are offered around the country. We re going to see a lot more of it," Furman said. Interactive learning would require live transmission, with a computer linked to programs on satellite and a response device. "Perhaps a telephone with a key pad." Yes or no, true or false or multiple choice questions would be the way interactive programming would start, with endless possiblities as technology advances, he said. One of the most frequently asked question about the new satellite system is if there is a cost to use satellite program­ ming. A great deal of free pro­ gramming is available to K12 schools and colleges. Fournier said, but some do re­ quire a licensing fee. The system is inexpensive because the higher powered Ku band satellites allow the use of a smaller dish, and be­ ing fixed does not require a positioner. Also the "Sky School" receiver is designed to gain access to unscrambled programming, she said, and most educational program­ ming is not encrypted. If the entire school was to be covered, a distribution am­ plifier could take the signal and put it into the building in many different locations at the same time. One of the good points of the satellite is its flexibility, said Dan Stemhagen. from Hancock schools in the Upper Peninsula. He told of a teacher from Bessmer. 100 miles away from his office, who wanted to take a class offered by Grand Valley State University through "Sky School." Rather than have the teacher drive 100 miles one way to get to the satellite, he took the satellite to her. set it up on her picnic table and let her take the course that way. "That way. she took the class. I-et the technology do the work." Stemhagen said. The technology is a valuable addition to his schools, especially given the long distances involved in the area, he said. SAVE MONEY 11 hi TOP QUALITY SALES AND SERVICE AT A LOW PRICE*' ih iH a KEY CLEANING SERVICES S31 ★ CARPET and VINYL SALE (In home & business showings) ★ CARPET and FURNITURE CLEANING ★ LOW, LOW PRICES COMPLETE COMMERCIAL and RESIDENTIAL SERVICE 948-8381 u no TOM FRITH • DAVID McWILLIAMS. CO-OWNERS SAVE MONEY from Page 10 vice charge per order for tickets ordered by mail or phone through the Breslin Center box office. There is no service charge for walk up orders. A maximum of two tickets may be purchas­ ed per order. Semifinal tickets are pric­ ed at $5 per session; and finals tickets are available in all-day, three-session books at $18 each. Parking is not included in the cost of the tickets. Single session finals tickets, priced at $6, will not go on sale until the day of the finals Any tickets sold on game day are generally those which have been unclaimed by the schools participating in the finals. No tickets will be available through the MHSAA office VILLAGE ELECTION To the Qualified Electors: NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, That an Annual Village Election will be held in the Village of Middleville State of Michigan — AT - 1OO East Main Street, Middleville, Ml within said Village on ... MONDAY, MARCH 14,1994 FOR THE PURPOSE OF VOTING FOR THE ELECTION OF THE FOLLOWING OFFICERS. VIZ: One Village President One village Clerk One Village Treasurer One Village Assessor Three Trustees - Full Term One Trustee - To Fill vacancy Notice Relative to Opening and Closing of the Polls ELECTION LAW. ACT IIS, P.A. 1954 SECTION 720. On the day of any election, the polls shall be opened at 7 o'clock in the forenoon, and shall be continuously open until 8 o’clock in the afternoon and no longer. Every qualified elector present and in line at the polls at the hour prescribed for the closing thereof shall be allowed to vote THE POLLS of said election will be open at 7 o’clock a.m. and will remain open until 8 o’clock p.m. of said day of election. CHERYL HOOPER, Village Clerk (106) - - �Page 20 I The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml I March 8, 1994 Fann Call for Classifieds... CHICK DAYS Order now through March 28th for delivery in April. HAH Feed A Supply, 945-3277. PLACE YOUR ADVERTISING MESSAGE HERE • 795-3345 Rates: 5 words for $2.75 then K> per word. If you pay in advance, you save 50* billing charge. Deadline is Friday at 4:00 p.m. ^Antiques & Collectibles] ANTIQUE SHOW- BARRY EXPO CENTER, MARCH 12 AND 13, SAT. 1Q-8P.M., SUN. 10-6P.M. THE BARRY EXPO COMPLEX IS LOCATED ON M-37 BETWEEN HASTINGS AND MIDDLEVILLE. A GREAT QUALITY SHOW, $2.00 ADM. Business Services BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment GYMNASTICS IN MOTION offering pre-school through advanced classes, all ages. Also boys and girls USGF competi­ tion teams. For information call Cathy 795-7620.____________ HOMEOWNERS* CASH FAST! ’Home and income property*Debl con so 1 id al ion•Tumcd down? problem credit? We can help!*Fast, easy Call 24 hours. AAA Mortgage A Finance Corp. 1-800-968-2221 Free consultation. POLEBARNS, DESIGNED TO YOUR specifications, free planning and delivery. Do it yourself or builders available. Durkee Lumber, Allo, 868-6026. For Sale Automotive 1990 FORD PROBE GL 24,000 MILES, LADY OWNED, EXCELLENT SHAPE/CLEAN. BRIGHT BLUE COLOR, GRAY INTERIOR, AIR, TILT, OIUBSK, STEREO CASSET­ TE, 4 WAY DRIVER SEAT, ELECTRIC MIRRORS, MANUAL TRANSMISSION, BOOKS AT $8,000, MAKE ME AN OFFER. 945-2090 AFTER 5PM. OR LEAVE MESSAGE ANYTIME. INCOME TAX PREPARA­ TION in my home. Call 795-3930 for more information. KITCHEN CABINETS Many styles to choose from, free plan­ ning and delivery. Available at Durkee Lumber, Alto, 868-6026. _______________ PAINTING By Mike and Rebecca Lydy. Residential and business, interior or exterior. 948 2649.__________________ FOR SALE: CAP TO FIT S-15 or Sonoma pickup truck. Gray A white. $150. Call 948-2065 after 5pm. STEP AEROBIC CLASSES for men A women, 16 years A older. $35.00 for 10 classes or $4.00 per class. Page Elemcn tary. Monday, Wednesday &. Thursday. 6:30-7:45p.m. ACE Certified Instructor. For more information call 795-3930._ For Rent BANQUET HALL FOR RENT: Gun Lake. For recep­ tions, reunions, meetings. Bar and kitchen facilities available. CaU 672-7110.________ TRIPLE CHECK TAX AND ACCOUNTING SERVICE. WE OFFER A COMPLETE ACCOUNTING AND TAX SERVICE. FOR APPOINT­ MENT CALL 891-1886. 9958 CHERRY VALLEY, (M37) CALEDONIA. LOCATED IN CALEDONIA PLAZA. HUNTER APARTMENTS, MIDDLEVILLE. One bedroom start $280. Two bedroom start $305. Must have good credit and rental history. Equal Housing Opportunity. 948-2572. YOU WANT QUALITY at affordable prices when you buy printing. Call J-Ad Graphics for everything from business cards and brochures to newspapers and catalogs Ph. 945-9554 or stop in at 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings. For Sale MAPLE SYRUP lowest prices per a guaranteed high quality syrups. Volume discounts, whole sale prices for area businesses. From HILLTOP MAPLES. Free samples at the farm 852-1935. FARO'S ITALIAN 4 Middleville's Finest Ph. 795-7911 c OPEN 7 NIGHTS Sun.-Thurs. 5:30 to 10:30 p.m. Fri. & Sat. 3:30 to 12:30 a.m. new SUB: Turkey and Bacon - Try it! Lost & Found FOUND 2 drills on the road near Patterson and 100th St. Call to identify and pay for ad. 795-2572. FACTORY Many new open­ ings daily at factory’s on South­ end of Grand Rapids and near the Kent County Airport. Most will train if previous factory background, able to work over­ time and can commit to long term (possible permanent). Apply 8-11a.m. or l-3:30p.m. weekdays with 2 pieces of I.D. 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No phone inquires please. FREE 2 Iters of Pepsi with any P« « Pina order. NO COUPON NEEDED NO FREE POP WITH FREE DELIVERY 15 Minutes Take Out include our Special Sauce and 100% Mozzare«a Cheese Free Delivery within s MBes NO FREE POP with Specials Jobs Wanted 1 Thornapple Kellogg Breakfast Menu Wednesday. March 9 Cinnamon bun. apple juice, milk. Thursday, March 10 Waffle/warm cherry topp­ ing. orange smiles, milk. Friday. March 11 No breakfast. Monday. March 14 Cold cereal, cinnamon toast, orange juice, milk. Tuesday. March 15 Breakfast burrito, apple juice, milk. Garage Sale CASHIER- immediate fulltime position available for reesponsible individual. Good work­ ing enviornment. Challenging job responsibilities. Benefits available. Apply in person or send resume and letter to: Steve Hayes, c/o Bob’s Gun A Tackle Shop, 2208 Gun Lake Rd., Hast­ ings, MI 49058. No phone inquires please.___________ x 117 West Main, Middleville Thomappk Kellogg School Lunch Menu Wednesday. March 9 Turkey fajita on soft shell, re toed beans, peaches Thursday. March 10 Tuna noodle casserole, peas, muffin, orange sherbet. Friday. March 11 No lunch Monday. March 14 Chicken nuggets, savory rice, garden peas, applesauce H S. salad bar NOTE: Whole or lowfat milk offered each day. Ah. menu at El. Monday, hot dog; Tues­ day, turkey sandwich; Wednesday , salad bar; Thurs­ day. hamburger; Friday, fishwich. Variety of sandwiches and salads at High School and Middle 4TH ANNUAL INDOOR YARD SALE Freeport Community Center Friday and Saturday March 18 and 19, Friday 9:00-6.00, Saturday 9:00-1:00. Spaces available- call 765-5413. Sponsored by Free­ port Boosters. Help Wanted ■ AREA SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS CHILD CARE Lit FHO8O1021 All shifts even­ ings A weekends available. Drop offs welcome Ask for Vicky at 891-1066. HOMEM AKER WOULD like wort cleaning houses. Call Becky at 891^356 Miscellaneous CLASSIFIED AD RATES REMINDER: $4.40 for 1st 5 words; 12$ each word thereafter. MAPLE VALLEY: $2.20 for 1st 5 words; 10$ each word thereafter. SUN & NEWS: $2.75 for 1st 5 words; 10$ each word thereafter. LAKEWOOD NEWS: $2 75 for 1st 5 words; 10$ each word thereafter. BANNER: $2.00 for 1st 5 words; 10$ each word thereafter. WEEKENDER: $2.50 for 1st 5 words; 10$ each word thereafter. •50$ bookkeeping charge for want ads not paid within 7 days. PLACE A CLASSIFIED ANYTIME, 24 HOURS A DAY, 7 DAYS A WEEK BY CALLING 948-4450. (TOUCH TONE PHONES ONLY)___________________ FISH FOR STOCKING: Giant Hybrid Bluegills, Rainbow Trout, Walleye, Largemoulh Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Chan­ nel Catfish, Perch, and Fathead Minnows. LAGGIS’ FISH FARM, INC., 08988 35th St., Gobles, Mi. 49055. Phone: (616) 628-2056 Days (616) 624-6215 Evenings. Mobile Homes MOBLIE HOME, 1977, 2 large bedrooms, 2 baths, 1 garden tub, stove, utility room, AC, and a nice pantry! Move to your lot $6000. O.B.O. 795-9072. Real Estate $ WE PAY TOP DOLLARS FOR LAND CONTRACTS $, fast cash, no closing costs. Prundcnlial Funding Group 1-800-860-6248. ---------------------------------------- 1 Phone 795-3345 for Sun & News Action Ads! Caledonia Community Schools High Middle Meal Deal Menu Caledonia Community High Middle Schools Lunch Menu W ednesday. March 9 Chicken nuggets. mashed potatoes, w gravy or fr. fries, fruit choice, roll, milk Thursday. March 10 Soft taco, w fixings, green beans or french fries, fruit choice, milk. Friday. March II Chicken patty wbun. peas or french fries, fruit choice, milk. Monday. March 14 Deluxe Hamburg, w bun. french fries, fruit choice, milk. Tuesday. March 15 Pizza, french fries, fruit choice, milk. Wednesday, March 9 Chicken Fajita, french fries. Vita Pup. milk. Thursday. March 10 Bratwurst wbun. french fnes. Vita Pup. milk Friday. March 11 Itza pizza, french fnes. Vita Pup. milk, potato bar Monday. March 14 BYO Sub sandwich, french fnes. Vita Pup. milk Tuesday, March 15 Mexican Bar. Vita Pup. Milk Caledonia Community Players plan production in June It's a comedy of errors fill The Caledonia Community Players are officially up and ed with mishaps and running, and will present their misadventures Auditions for the all adult first full-length play in June at the Performing Arts Center of cast will be held in April Meanwhile, the players are Caledonia High School. The fledgling non-profit launching a fund raising drive community theatre group has in preparation for the produc­ selected “Play On?” for its tion anti are actively seeking new members to heip in both first major production Though not a familiar title to onstage and backstage most theatre-goers, the capacities Anyone interested is en­ Players couldn't resist the couraged to attend the Mon premise of the storyline: “A fledgling community day. March 21. general theatre group is putting on its membership meeting at 7 first play written by a local p.m. at the Caledonia Com amateur playwright who munity Education Building thinks she's Neil Simon and (330 Johnson), or call Sherry Smith at the Caledonia Com can't refrain from incessantly making changes to her munity Education office at 891-8117 for information. masterpice.” Faro ’ s w Italian Pizza J J /■Caledonia’s Finest. • Ban Pizza • Bread Stix Regular Pizza • Lasagna • Subs NOW OPENS FOR LUNCH£ — For Limited Time Only — No Coupon Needed • Anytime Special Buy One Sub at Regular Price, Get the Second Sub for only... e^gg <NM4»H4». COUfMWV* ot Vva ««••» Faro s Pizza ■ Caledonia Buy One Pizza at Regular Price and Get one for... ANYTIME NO COUPON NEEDED LIMITED TIME OFFER V “ - SAME VALUE OR LESS -------------------- Large 14" Pizza $1-9 9 pepperoni 3 No Coupon Needed • Limited Time Offer PICK-UP ONLY Ready in 15 Minutes OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK .get's mar ova cusrouets sar aeour tajtm nua tai TWi IIMItB H ItMtt RX S* 130-12 yg Sm pa 9790 CHERRY VALLEY, M-37 - CALEDONIA � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/704/SunandNews_1994-03-15.pdf b5c1e6244bd5865f8f8301de518f39a8 PDF Text Text Your Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas 124th Year Middleville, Michigan 49333 Enforcement procedure “de personalized" Caledonia Twp. planners OK amendments to mining rule by Barbara Gall Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Planning Commission rec­ ommended 6-1 last week that the Township Board approve several amendments to its planned mineral removal (I’MR) ordinance governing sand and gravel mining in the township. The goal of the amended ordinance is to "de-personal­ ize" enforcement of the regu­ lations, so that pit operators are in compliance when they return for a renewal of their three-year PMR permits, said Commission Chairman Dick Dunn In the past, a renewal appli­ cation often has brought angry residents to commission meetings to complain that the pit up for renewal is not operating in compliance with die I’MR permit or ordinance. The amended ordinance should provide the means to remedy Uns situation, "so that when wc go through the (renewal) process...we know the operation is in compliance with the PMR," Dunn said. The first amendment specifically limits each PMR permit to three years unless the Planning Commission de­ termines there are unusual circumstances that would justify a longer operating period. Renewal of the PMR permit few another three years, or longer with special approval, would require both a com- 4« The goal of the amended ordinance is to ‘ de personalize’ enforcement of the regulations, so that pit operators are in compliance when they return for a renewal of their three-year PMR permits. mission recommendation and Township Board approval. A public bearing on the renewal may be called, but is not re­ quired of either the commis­ sion or the Township Board Also recommended is a whole new section specifi­ cally outlining the renewal process for PMR permits oc­ cupying the same lands al­ ready approved for an existing PMR permit. An application to expand an existing operation, however, must follow the rules for applying fur a new permit, including the procedure for rezoning lands, if necessary. To renew a PMR according to the proposed amendment, the operator now must apply for renewal not less than 120 days before permit expiration. Without an approved renewal, PMR operations at the site must cease with the expiration of the permit. However, the proposed or­ dinance provides for emer­ gency exceptions to this regu­ lation. when approved by the Planning Commission. The amended ordinance also includes other changes in renewal application require­ ments. including: • The township supervisor's certificate of compliance, which states that at a period not nxxe than 120 days before expiration of its PMR permit, the operation is in compliance with the permit and all town­ ship regulations The certifi­ cate. however, does not auto­ matically ensure renewal of the permit. • A copy of the original ap­ plication for a PMR permit along with an update and any information missing on the original document. • A revised PMR plan, cer­ tified by a civil engineer, that shows the areas under exca­ vation. those being reclaimed, and those in the process of being reclaimed. • The application fee as set by the Township Board. Other information may be required by either the com- Soa Mining ordinance. Page 15 The halls are alive with The Sound of Music at CHS Funny whodunnit set at TK this weekend Cast members including (from left) Jenn Steorts (Miss Maple), Kiley Thaler (Rita), and Melanie Johnston (Havershom) have been working closely with ac­ companists Jim Oliver and Pat Thatcher. more photoe Page 19 Voters choosing school finance proposal today finance proposal was defeated at the polls, everything went back to the way it was. But this time, because the State Legislature last summer eliminated property taxes as a source of revenue for schools, a backup plan that involves raising the state income tax, will be enacted. Not all property taxes have been eliminated, however. If the ballot plan passes, homestead property owners will pay six mills, while commercial, non-homestead and industrial property owners will pay 24 mills. Under the backup plan, homestead property would be taxed at 12 mills. This still is considerably lower than the current by Barbara Gall statewide average of 34 mills Staff Writer Area residents will get to for each school district. watch the von Trapp children But. as State Rep. Bob learn their “Do-Re-Mi’s" Bender says, the bottom line and then "climb every moun­ for the two plans is that one tain" to freedom from Nazi would increase the sales tax. oppression during two from four to six cents on the Caledonia High School dollar, to make up for lost presentations of The Sound of properly tax revenue for Music this weekend. schools, and the other would Performances are set for increase the state income tax J-Ad Graphics News Service A new direction in financing Michigan’s schools will begin after a statewide vote today on a ballot proposal that essentially would replace property taxes with a increase in sales tax. If voters reject Proposal A at the ballot box, a backup plan instead will go into effect May 1. In days gone by, if a school CHS musical to be presented March 18 and 19 CHS students who will portray the Von Trapp Family in this week s production of The Sound of Music pose during rehearsal In front from the left ore Steve Young in the role of Frederick. Aaron Priskom os Kurt. Nicole DeRuiter as Gretel and Lisa Ferguson as Liesl. Behind them ore Sara Dawson os Louisa Kim King in the lead role of Moria Derika Jousma os Birgitte and Jamie Young os Marta Friday, March 18. and Satur­ day. March 19. Curtain time both evenings is 7:30 p.m. Set in Austria in 1938, the famous Rodgers and Ham merstem musical is based on the true story of the Trapp family as written by Maria Augusu Trapp The phy centers around Mana, played by Kim King, who has joined a convent, but just does not fit into the life of a religious (“How do you solve a problem like Maria?**) She leaves the convent to become the governess for the See Sound of Music, Page 2 from 4.6 to 6 percent. Here are some other highlights of the two proposals: Proposal A, or the ballot plan • An increase in the sales tax, except on food and prescription drugs, from four to six cents on the dollar, beginning May 1. • A decrease in the state income tax, from 4.6 to 4.4 percent. • Setting homestead and most farmland property tax rates at six mills, with 24 mills for non-homestead, or business and industrial property. There also would be an option for local school districts to ask for an addi­ tional three mills. • An increase in the tax on cigarettes, from 25 to 75 cents perpack. • An increase in the real estate transfer tax to 2 percent between Jan. 1 and March 31. 1995, only Otherwise, the rate would be 0.75 percent • An annual property See School finance, Page 2 In This Issue.... • CHS dance team makes top 25 percent in nationals • Freeport yard sale to be held this weekend • New site plan for Caledonia condo project discussed • Thomapple Twp. Board delays decision on mining ordinance �1 2 f The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml / March 15, 1994 |30Ar.H I CHOOL FINANCE, inflation, whichever is less. The statutory, or ba< kup plan ► ) ► I • An increase in the state income tax, from 4.6 to 6 percent, beginning May 1. Included is an increase in the personal exemption al­ lowance, from $2,100 to $3,000 for most adults and to $3,900 for senior citizens. • Setting homestead and most farmland property taxes at 12 mills, with 24 mills for non-homestead. or business and industrial property at 24 mills • An increase in the single business tax from 2.35 to 2.75 percent. • An increase in the cigarette tax. from 25 to 40 cents per pack • An increase in the real estate transfer tax. to 1 percent from May 1 this year to March 31. 1995. but reduced to 0.75 percent there­ after Different special interest groups are lining up for or against ballot Proposal A. leading the charge against arc the Michigan Education AssociaQon, the Michigan Municipal league and the tobacco lobby. Ixically, the Barry County Democratic Party officially opposes it Some critics of the ballot plan say it is a question of fairness, that it places a greater financial burden on lower income people while BINGO American Legion Post *305 9548 Cherry Valley, Caledonia • THURSDAY • Early Bird — 6:30 p.m. continued from front page — favoring the more well to do. Others have been critical of Gov. John Engler and proponents of Proposal A for caving in to special interests such as auto salespeople and real estate. The proposal has been reworked to exempt new car sales from the new sales tax rate for a limited time and the real estate transfer increase that was scheduled to be part of the plan has been changed to have it return to the original rate after a brief period next year Some also are critical of A because of its reliance on a steep tobacco cost increase and on a new lottery game Both sources of income could shrink or dry up because fewer people are smoking and some may not like the lottery game and refuse to play Backing the ballot plan are groups such as the Michigan Farm Bureau and the Michigan Chamber of Commerce, and Engler and most of the State legislature. It is similar to the failed Proposal A of last June. Proponents say their biggest weapon in favor of the ballot plan is that it includes provisions for capping annual property as­ sessment increases at 5 percent or the rate of inflation, whichever is less. The backup plan does not have such a provision Another argument for Proposal A is that Michigan's sales tax rate is among the lowest in the nation. To hike it to 6 percent would put the state at the national average. However, if the income tax were raised to 6 percent, that would make Michigan the state with the highest such rate. Proponents also maintain Triple Check Tax Service We are set up to handle ALL INCOME TAX needs. We are able to do your personal, small business, Partnership or Corporation returns. We offer a complete accounting service, with 20 years of experience. Other services include: • Business Plans • UPS (not a UPS agent) • Educational Resources Service - College Money Guaranteed OPEN Mon.-Fri. 9-5; Sat. 9-2 or Member of evenings by appointment 9958 Vatley (M J7) CaMMonta. Mt 49316 Ptsone 89V1886 OQ1 071 1 QQA that raising the sales tax enables schools to capture revenue generated by tourists from other states. Another rap against the statutory or backup plan is that it calls for an increase in the single business tax. which critics say will serve as a deterrent to creating new jobs. Another big weapon fans of Proposal A have is the argument that it calls for only six mills of homestead property tax. white the backup plan provides for 12. While many teachers have lined up against Proposal A, local school boards and school administrators have been quiet, noting that schools stand to gain more per-pupil funding under both plans. Again, there is the issue of equity, in which some wealthy school districts spend as much as more than $10,000 per student while poor and rural districts spend as little as $3,000. Both the ballot and statutory plans try to close the gap. eventually guaranteeing at least $5,000 per pupil for all districts. Advocates of both the ballot and backup plans have begun their television advertising campaigns in earnest in recent weeks, and it is expected that the barrage will continue right up to the day of the special election next Tuesday The polls will be open today from 7 am. to 8 p.m. Regardless of the outcome, the way in which Michigan's schools are funded will be changed drastically. Blood drive at Dutton Reformed Church March 19 A blood drive to benefit the Grand Valley Blood Program will be held on Saturday, March 19 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Dutton Independent Reformed Church. Walk-ins are welcome, but an appointment will save the donor time. To schedule an appointment or for information, call 698-6285. One who has not given blood in the previous 56 days, weighs at least 110 pounds, is in good health and between 17 and 76 years old can donate "the gift of life." The church is located at 6950 Hanna Lake Road in Caledonia Caledonia Spring ARTS and CRAFTS BAZAAR Caledonia High School Saturday, March 19 10 a.m. to 3 p.m FREE ADMISSION Lunch Served • Raffle Free Parking Carol Gess, music director for the production, rehearses with Sound of Music nuns' Becky Hanna (far left). Missy Brower and Kelly Wilson (seated next to Gess). Flautists Linda Hansen and Jamie Detwiler also rehearse with the singers Not pictured ore Shelly Nederhoed, who plays the Mother Abbess and Nancy TenElshof, who plays tne keyboard and provides the special musical effects. SOUND OF MUSIC from front page- motberless children of Capt. von Trapp, winning their love and rekindling their musical abilities. Not surprisingly, a romance also develops bet­ ween Mana and the Captain The tension in the play is created by his staunch opposi­ tion to the growing Nazi in­ fluence in Europe, and the von Trapp family finally is forced to flee Austria. Ray Stewert will play the Captain, with Steve Young. Sara Dawson, Aaron Priskom, Nicole DeRuiter, Derika Jousma. Lysa Ferguson and Jamie Young in the roles of his children. Altogether about 30 CHS students will be involved with the production as members of the cast or crew. Directing the play is CHS drama coach Barbara Overkamp. Carol Gess is musical director and choreographer is Debbie Poniatowski. Lighting and sound will be handled by Tom Kaechele. assisted by students Brian Nowak and Tim Baker. Tickets are $4 for adults and $3 for students. Rehearsing the choreography for one of the musical numbers for The Sound of Musk are Roy Stewert (front), who plays Captain Von Trapp, Elizabeth Rodgers, as Elsa Schrader and Todd Hoek, who will play Max Detwiler. If you see this sweetie at Bradford White’s on March 15, wish her a.,, Middleville consultant wins Mary Kay car Mary Kay Cosmetics in­ dependent beauty consultant Linda Gasper of Middleville has qualified as a team manager and earned the free use of a red Pontiac Grand Am. To qualify as a team manager. Gasper had to meet specific sate and recruiting requirements. In this position, Gasper will provide leader­ ship to personal recruits and * ill work with the unit’s sates director m meeting sales and recruiting goals Gasper can achieve the status of silver key or gold key team manager The next post lion of achievement is direc torship. where new directors can win the use of one of Mary Kay’s pink Cadillacs There are approximately 6.000 Mary Kay career cars on American roads today S HAPPY 30th > BIRTHDAY! | f Life Insurance... The only way to live How can you Eve with peace of mind now and in the future? Protect your family with a life insurance plan from Farm Bureau Life Insurance Company of Michigan. Call for a prompt review of your insurance needs. Jim Couchenour Making your future more predictable, ]gii S Hanover Sr . rfll FARM HURT AC » IHSVRAHCF Suite 112. Hastings Ph. 945-3443 �The Sun rd News. MtckHeville. Ml I March 15, 1994 / Page 3 Tryouts for next year set for March 25 CHS dance team makes top 25 percent in nationals bv Barbara Gall ' Staff Writer The Caledonia varsity dance team finished in the top fourth of the 178 teams com­ peting last month in the na tional high school dance com­ petition held in Orlando. Fla In it> first national competi tion. the Caledonia squad finished 56th. with a score of 469 The top score of the competition was a 305. said Cindy Gless. coach of the CHS dance team The teams are judged on ap pearance, choreography, technique and synchroniza­ tion. including their audience appeal and visual effect “We had a great time, and 1 was so pleased with our per formance.'' said Gless. “We plan to try to qualify again for next year.” The squad financed its trip by holding fund raisers and through the donations of parents, friends and some local businesses The trip wasn't all work, however, as the girls enjoyed some sight seeing and. of course, a trip to Disney World During the school year, the team performs at some home football games and during the halftime of all home basket­ ball games Tryouts for next year's squad will be held from 9 a m. to about 3 p.m. Satur­ day. March 26. at the Superintendent’s Corner by... Steve Garrett Superintendent of The Caledonia High School Varsity Dance Team placed in the top 25 percent of all competing squads at the notional dance team competition held in Florida last month. Standing are Nicki Yonker (left). Jonci Warner. Trocee ZyIstra, Becky Hudson and Becky Brown. Kneeling is Lori Mellema. Not pictured is Christy Teeling. Thornapple Kellogg New commitment needed I would again like to share a review of a presentation made by Doug Ross, president of Michigan Futures Inc Michigan Futures is a non-profit, non partisan citizens group whose purpose is to communicate a vision of the future to all people of Michigan and to help people determine the actions they are going to have to take to reach the future. Ross presented his vision of making Michigan an excep­ tional. successful economy again within the next ten years. In 1970, the average income in Michigan was 10 percent over the national average. Today the average income is slightly below the national average. Michigan has lost 280.000 manufacturing jobs since 1978. The point made by Ross is that the demand for well-paid, low-skilled manufacturing jobs is never coming back. They are being replaced either by new technology, such things as robots, lasers and computers, or by employees from Third World countries willing to work for low wages. ' We all need to share the vision for Michigan's new economic needs. Those who share the vision will realize that their com­ mitment is education, training, and on going learning for all of us is a critical step toward reaching the vision The Michigan Future group has proposed of five part strategy for achieving the goal of “affording every Michiga­ nian the opportunity to master the new work skills that are the key to entry into the New Economy To build Michigan's economy to the level it once was efforts must be concentrated in the following areas: 1. Enlist the active and enthusiastic support of the entire state’s community for this new vision. We, working together, are the only ones who can nuke the changes needed to achieve it 2. Support the efforts of Michigan businesses to become part of the “New Economy.'' ' 3. Pros kIc the new learning demanded by the New Economy in our schools and through adult training programs 4 Strengthen our families and neighborhoods in their roles of preparing our children and teaching traditional values 5. Build a new telecommunications system that is the lifeline of world commerce anil learn how to use it Everyone must all make a commitment to change our perspective on the econmoy in Michigan. We must depend less on an unskilled labor force and move to a highly skilled one The new emerging economy is growing rapidly and is made possible by the information age technologies The New Economy companies are not foeusing on mass production, as the Big 3 auto companies have done in the past, but arc focus­ ing on production of customized, high quality products The New Economy demands employees who can be team members and solve problems All employees must become life-long learners and keep learning new skills and mastery sophist Rated technologies that will continue to change The New Economv requires that we change the way we teach our children and change their ways of learning We arc entering an era of a new educational sy stem based on active learning and teacher parent student empowerment Our schools must become schools where students learn by working together, and teachers become learning coaches to teach students to ask questions and solve problems I believe that we here at Thornappfc Kellogg arc working to meet this challenge The support of our parents and community help assure that we do our part in helping Michigan become a strong economic force in <*ur cixintry Caledonia Elementary gym Any CHS girl is eligible to try out. and packets of informa­ tion will be available in the athletic office. Gless said. Girls who presently are in grades nine through eleven will learn a small routine, and demonstrate the splits, a kick and a toe-touch or another jump Eighth-graders wishing to try out for next year will learn all of the above except their routine will go with the school fight song • ‘The girls only need to pick up a packet, either before tryouts or on that day,” Gless said. Besides working toward a berth at the 1995 nationals, the team also intends to com­ pete at the Palace Dance Com petition in December Any questions should be directed to dance team members or to Gless She can be reached through the CHS athletic office, 891-0211 Phone 795-3345 for Sun & News Action Ads! It's Coming in March To A Television Near You!! C-TEC Cable is about to add more value, choice and selection to enhance your premium cable viewing with the introduction of our C-PLEX Packaging offering Cmemax. Cmemax2 and Encore at discount prices Beginning in March you can enjoy two screens of Cinemax Encore offers you hit movies from the 60 s. 70*s and 80’s all uncut and commercial free A C-TEC Cable representative will contact you with more information or call 1-800-545-0994 Cinemax. Cinemax2. Encore1 More Choices and Greater Value. 24 hours per day C-MORE, C-BETTER, C-TEC CABLE SYSTEMS. �Page 4 / The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml I March 15, 1994 I ■ ' * with NORMA VELDERMAN Helping me get the news written is a “Spell Check" disk, which was added to my hard drive Wednesday and it will not take any family names that jt doesn't have in its glossary So I am trying to see if I can go ahead and not try to proofread as I type. It is going to take at least a month to be able to do it with my r mt spoken program. Cay has done my prrw>freading for me up to now George Kremer comes two hours a week to help me learn Well, so far it hasn't stopped me from typing tn different names that are not in the glossary Ken Morgan said that he loves to see the Fun Shine ’ I rather like that play on words, too. Rose and Ken Morgan went to Detroit Satur­ day to visit with his sister, coming home on Sunday Ann Bartlett said that daughter Maureen went south for spring break Russ Bender said that his sister. Florence, and daughter. Sue. came to visit with him on Sunday Then Mary Alice came to pick up her daughter, who had receiv­ ed an eight-week scholarship to studs law She visited Parliament and courts She is going for a degree in law . Alicia is really a pre law stu­ dent. Russ said, at MSU. Thornapple Heritage Association members, don't forget that *e meet Wednes day March 16. at Jack and Maureen Robinson's at 7:30 p.m. Jerry Spencer said that their daughter. Carol Stayton, and daughter-in-law. Mary Spencer, went out for dinner Sunday I think that spring is really getting closer Johnny saw some mallard ducks in the creek when we went for our walk m the hay field. We also saw a sand hill crane. So­ meone. I can't remember who said that they saw robins on the hank of a river. Cheers me up just to think about it. Lots Bremer said that some of the family came over this last weekend and were work­ about it yet fortunately Boy. did Don Dean help me with some history . I asked him about the Temperance movement and the red ribbon So he read a wonderful long article from Michigan history and then brought over the arti­ cle on tape Wasn't that a wonderful gift ’ It seems that over half of all my history stuff came from him and things be dug out for me. 1 am so grateful to him for all of his generous sharing and caring Thanks so very much. Don Well, folks. I guess this is all for this week A great big hug to all of you. my com­ munity family ing on decorations and fun things for Easter. Lois is go­ ing with Francie and Dave Tobin to Clare to be with Col­ leen and Dave Bremer, on Saturday Lois Bender said that she had seen some wiki turkeys. This is crazy. I got the news that someone had four of their children over Thursday night for supper, but not as to who it was. We are going to have to put our boxer dog to sleep very soon. He is in a great deal of pain and can t make his legs work well. He has had a very good life and just always, loves being alive. He is about 12 years old but is miserable It is almost like killing a member of the family. He is so terribly spoiled. Johnny wonders if it w ill happen to us as we get unable to handle life. We don’t have to worry Slagters to celebrate 40 years Forty years of marriage was celebrated by Jack and Adnann Slagter of Caledonia on March 12. 1994. The even­ ing was enjoyed with their children Bob and Vicky Wat­ son. Bob and Tammy Buehler. Kevin and Rhonda Slagter. Bruce and Kathy O’Connor and the Adnann s mother Jennie Nash with din­ ner at the Spinnaker They are blessed with 12 grandchildren. Call for Classifieds Phone 795-3345 LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church — Serving a Living Lord SUNDAY........ 9 45 a.m., 11:00a m A 6 00p m WEDNESDAY................................ Family Fellowdup Prayer & Bible Study 7:00 p m 7240 68th Street. SE - Caledonia 2 mile* east of M-37 Pastor. Rev Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor, Darrel L Schrock Music, Jeffery C. Vander Heide FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville Bruce N. Stewart, Pastor Lee Taylor, Assistant Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Wonhip Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer Word oi Life Club! 9:45 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m. "A church with a caring heart for our community and the world" Sunday Services....... 9:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. M-37 at 100th St., Caledonia, Ml Church Office: (616) 891-1512 I Rev. Gerald Van Oyen Sunday School................ Sun. Morning Worship.. Evening Service............. ... 9:30 a.m.’ ..10:30a.m. ... 6:00 p in LEIGHTON UNITED METHODIST Games United Brethren Church Kalamazoo Avenue at 92nd Street Caledonia. Michigan Telephone 69M252 Pastor Mark Beers CHRISTIAN REFORMED 6201 Whitneyville Avenue Rev. Bernard Mulder, Pastor 868-6306 WELCOME TO CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH LAKESIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH . II.- Pastor Scott Taylor Reaching People With Christ 8 30 am to 9:30 am — First Worship Service 9:30 am to 9 45 am — CoHee Fellowship 9:45 am to 10:45 am — Sunday School 10:45 am to 11 e0 am — Coffee Fellowship 11:00 am to 12:00 — Second Worship Service Nursery and Childrens Church will be provided Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Sunday Morning Worship 1 Tnwcxtry 4 12 Sunday Evening Service................. ..6.30 p.m. Pioneer Qub School Youth Group ind Adult Chuev YouthJMIowship - Sunday..................................5:00 p.m PM DOUBLESTEW. Youth Director 10:00 a m ,1115a.m. ..6:00 pm YOU ARE INVITED .5:00 p.m. Rev Roger Timmerman. Pastor MIDDLEVILLE and PARMELEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES 8546 Whitneyville Ave at 84lh St •891-8661 111 Church Street and Jesus Chrtsf 6 LortT Sunday School...................................... 9 30 am Sunday Momrg Wonrc.................... 1030 am Sunday Evenrg Worth©..................... 600 p.m Wea Moweon Praytot 8 Bt3*e 9udy...... 700 p.m Stose joctxr. toub Aascr iUoe uxtw Use Or CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST Church School.................. 9:30 a.m. Choir Practice ................. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service.............. 10:30 a.m. 250 Vine Street Church Office 891-8669 Parsonage 891-8167 Rev. Bobby Dale Whitlock 795-3667 WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 'The Church where everybody 6 sorebody . 5590 Whitneyville Ave.. S.E. Alto, Michigan 49302 Phone 795-7076 Sunday Morning Worship................ 8:30 a.m Sunday School 9:45 a.m 10:45 am (Fellowship Coffee 9:45 a.m to 10:00 a.m) Adult Bible Classes 10:00 a m. 10:45 a m (All Services have a Nursery available) Rev. Robert Gerke Office: 891-8688 Church: 891-9878 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 12200 Chief Noonday Road (at Gun lake) Wayland. Michigan 49348 • 795 7903 Barrier Fret / Program! for AU Ages Sunday Worship 10 00 am Sunday School Wednesday Family Night’ 600 p rn hupermg. PoHtM*. Church Office Phone - 795-9266 Cornerstone Wesleyan Church Pastor Jeffrey Lee Kraft Ave & 84th St., Caledonia, Ml (Missouri Synod) “Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. " Rom. 12:10 Rev Lynn Wagner — 795-3798 Rev. Carroll Fowler — 765-5316 (The (Did 3jimr JHcthiidiai (Church Sendees — Sunday School....... 1OXX) a_m Morning Worship ________ 1100 a.m. Evening Worship 600p.m. 891-8119 St. Paul Lutheran Parmelee Morning Worship 9 30 am Middleville Sunday School............. 9 45 a m Middleville Worship........................ 1100am "God Cares for You” Meeting at the Comer of Wood School Rd. and Wing Rd. For information call: 891-8028 Morning Worship Service.......... Sunday School.............................. Evening Worship Service........... Sunday Mass 9:45-10:45 6:4541:15 Includes Adventure Club. Chwn for Children *nd Aihilu High (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday. 708 West Main Street Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass. Sunday School Wednesday Night "Family Night" Prayer Meeting - Wednesday.............................. 7:00 p.m. Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Rev. James Cusack 8:30 or 11:00,6:00 Children's Church Youth Worship during morning lervcn, Caraway Si puppet ministry foe K 4th during cvenmg tcrvicn .11:10 a.m. MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Barner Free • M-37 between Caledonia & Middleville Sunday Worship Services (Interpreted for hearing impaired)................ 9:30 a.m. Sunday School.................................. RAY TOWNSEND. Pastor Al Tiemeyer Community Calling Peace Reformed Church Sunday School............... 10 00 a.m. Morning Worship...........11 00 a.m. Evening Worship............. 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting/ Children's Classes....... 7:00 p.m. Rosie Bailord, Pastor - 863-6437 - Rdrwm. knfd The Reorganized CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST of Latter Day Saints 8146 68d> St. near Whnneyvdte Ave . _ Cj Church School. Xiifwla v_ 10:00 am Morning Worship......... 11 00 am I y ____ ? Wed Evening Worship... 6:00 p.m. Fellowship............. 7:30 p.m (in homes or church) call Pastor Lloyd DeVormer Sr. 897-7407 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I March 15, 1994 / Page 5 ‘Love Light’ to perform benefit concert in Caledonia March 20 Village Players donate fans to local church Mike Bremer, treasurer of the Village Players of Middleville presents the Rev. Lynn Wagner with two fans to help cool the United Methodist Church this summer The gifts are to show the theater group s appreciation for the use of the church to hold auditions. For the fourth year, the Players will again stage a play for the community's enjoyment this summer Peace Reformed church plans its 4th Easter special March 26 Peace Reformed Church will be hoM for its annual Caraway St. Easter Special again this year. Saturday. March 26. from IO to 11:30 a m This will be the fourth year that a puppet presentation with egg hunt will be taking place Each year, the number of children attending increases, and so do the challenges Last year there were too many children looking for eggs in too small an area. There is a solution for that this year, plus more eggs will be hidden There will be drawings for prizes, plus special prizes for those who find certain eggs. And this year, Polaroid pic­ tures will be taken of each child who wants one. Because /of the cost of the film, this will be the first year Peace Reformed will ask for a “free-will” donation to help defray the expense. "Love Light" of Peace Reformed Church will give a benefit concert at Caledonia High School Sunday. March 20 at 8 p.m This year. Peace Reformed Church is celebrating the tenth anniversary of its high school youth choir. “Love Light.'* As an expansion of their ministry , the group will take a ten-day missions tnp this June to Canada and New York state, called the R.I.O.T. trip (Reaching In and Out Together) While there, they will minister in youth rallies and small young churches in Canada and on the Tonawan­ da Indian Reservation in New York through music, drama, testimonies and work projects. The goal is to aid these churches in outreach to their community , support the chur­ ches by encouragement through fine arts and hard work, and allow the young people the opportunity to ex­ perience serving the Lord in various cultures and capacities throughout the week A free-will offering will be taken at Sunday's concert. “Love Light" was under the direction of Sheryl Baar Moon for eight years, and is now under direction of Col­ Looking for Extra Cash? leen Hili The name “Love Light” was chosen by the yinith group at that time from I John 2:10. which is the group's theme verse. "Whoever loves his fellow man is walking in the light and can see his was without stumbling around in darkness and sin." “Love Light" is primarily a ministry group that provides worship and edification for the church and out reach to the GLCC REAL Join Us Sundays -10:00 am. Tired, Tempted, Torn, Tense, Troubled? At GLCC you will find a place of positive renewal and refreshment. Get back in touch with God and your spiritual self. Always Inspiring, Joyful, Positive, Real Gun Lake Community Church 12200 Chief Noonday Rd. (1/2 mile east of Patterson) Keith Dragt, Pastor 795-7903 945-9554 FAST! Sell anything The program is not only for children, but also many adults, who stay and find the Caraway St. Puppet presenta­ tion very meaningful and in­ spirational for the Easter LIFE ... REAL ANSWERS Gun Lake Community Church - Call - Puppets will be a part of the annual Caraway St. Easter Special at Peace Reformed Church March 26. surrounding communities in West Michigan through music. choreography, drama and testimonies. The group is composed of 45 freshmen through seniors from seven schools and eight churches, as well as several volunteer staff The group rehearses from laste September to December and then tour from January to May. doing three or four con certs a month Feel Right At Home. With affordable financing for your manufactured home purchase! season. All children 3 years and under must be accompanied by an adult. Also, for children under 3. the program may become too long Children do not need to br­ ing caster baskets; the church provide sacks for the children to put their eggs in. Everything will be held in­ doors for ail ages, because of the uncertainity of the weather Peace Reformed Church is located between Middleville and Caledonia on M 37 and Parmalee Road For more in­ formation, call the church of­ fice at 891-8119. • Convenient rates and terms • New and pre-owned homes Easy application Quick approval y4.sk about our Manufactured Housing Finance Program today! (M-37 at Parmalee) Fo' children ages 3 years - 4th grade* ’Children truer 3 years may attend orty if accomparied by m adult or s/blog 10:00 -1130 am • Puppet presentation • Easter egg hunt • Drawings and Prizes Stop and —e yoor choice io cieor. Richard J. Choryan, O.D. ^Hastings EQUAC HOUSING DOCTOR OF OPTOMETRY 891-9224 JBank Safe and sound since 1886 Hastings 945-2401 Middleville 795-3338 Bellevue 763-9418 • MEMBER Nashville 852-0790 FDIC Caledonia 891-0010 Wayland 792-6201 �Page 6 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / March 15, 1994 James Family Singers to visit Gun Lake Community Church ENGAGEMENTS Morse ■ Britten to wed in April Gary and Sandy Gilchrist of Davison and Michael and Dolly Morse of I .apeer an­ nounce the engagement of their daughter. Marcie Lyn Morse, to Donald Britten Jr., son of Donald and Phyllis Britten, of Hastings The elected bride is a 1989 graduate of Davison High School, and a 1993 graduate of Central Michigan Universi­ ty. She is currently employed at Core Source Insurance in Kentwood The prospective groom is a 1989 graduate of Thomappk Kellogg High School, and will graduate from Central Michigan University in August of 1994 He is current­ ly employed as an intern at the YMCA of Barry County Thompson ■ Bishop An April 16. 1994 wedding is planned Cutler - Rich to wed in May John Cutler and Tracy Rich will exchange wedding vows May 14. 1994 al Bumips Wesleyan Church The bride td-bes parents are are Larry and Nita Noffsinger of Comstock Park The future grooms parents are David and Dorothy Cutler of Grand Rapids and Dorothy Cutler of Grand Rapids and the late Janice Cutler The bride is a graduate of Wayland Hu>h S. h<»»l I be future groom is a graduate of Thornapple Kellogg High School The couple both reside in Byron Center James and Jeanne Thomp­ son of Middleville are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter. Chnstine Mane to Cory Allen Bishop, son of Robert and Jean Bishop of Kalamazoo The bride-to-be is a student of Aquinas College and is cur­ rently employed at St Mary Magdalen Church The future bridegroom is a graduate of the National Institute of Technology and is employed at Diesel Technology Cor­ poral »on The couple is plann­ ing a June 25<h wedding The James Family Singers The James Family Singers will perform in concert at 7 p.m. Saturday. March 19. at the Gun Lake Community Church. 12200 Chief Noon day Road, a half mile east of Patterson Avenue. The concert has been under written by patrons and is of­ fered free to the community A Grand Rapids family that knows how to make a "joyful noise" together, the group is composed of three brothers and their wives. Lamar and Sylvia, Marvis and Brenda. and Coleman and Asonja. Add three more brothers. Marvin. Jerome and Oscar, along with a sister. Barbara James Reynolds and her hus­ band. Ben. and you have II. Then add two sons, four daughters, one niece, one nephew and one daughter in­ law and you have 20 musical­ ly gifted members of one family known as The James Family Singers. This group has shared music in the Grand Rapids area at church worship ser­ Caledonia graduate to play in WMU Concert March 18 Hindemith and Burton. She is the daughter of Paul and Dee Hansen of Alto. To remove fat from hot soup, put an ice cube in a thin cloth and swish back and forth in soup; the fat will collect in the cloth. vices. concerts, Grand Rapids Festival and. last fall they opened the festivities of Praise Fest ‘93 with the Na­ tional Athcm In concert, the James Fami­ ly Singers deliver a collection of gospel songs that will sur­ prise listeners with concern poran adeptness anJ with their ability to draw people in to the music, as well as the message "They have mastered the art of having more than a dozen singers sound as tight as a duet." critics have said. Recently. The James Fami ly Singers released an album. "Holy is the Lord." whch is available al Family Bookstores, Baker Book House. Believe in Musk* and the Victory Castle The now-extinct ancestor of the horse cohippus, had a short neck and stood no higher than a medium-sized dog. Miller PENNOCK VILLAGE REAL ESTATE A Retirement Community 38 Newly constructed ranch style apartments offer a homelike environment without ownership responsibilities Featuring: Paula Hansen 1. THINK SfNNNC Buy now so you con enjoy your summer pool side. Relax m your screened porch or entertain on the extra large patio and deck The living room has 20 ft. of gloss overlooking rhe backyard and a professionally landscaped acre setting Call Cathy Wilhomson to recerve o colored bro chore or to arrange a showing. Office 795 3306 or home 795 WO $98 000 1 MDOLEVHL NEW US1TNC ANO PRICED TO SELL! 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Or By Special Appointment HA Great Place To Come Home To" One Village Dr. Hastings, Ml. 49058______ �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I March 15. 1994 / Page 7 Dutton Elementary students honor principal Jerry Phillips Dutton Principal Jerry Phillips is greeted with tributes every time he walks out of his office these days. Student testimonials to his work as a principal decorate TK Bulletin Board March 15 - VOTING DAY!! Don t forget to vote P E T meeting at McFall. 9:30 a m. Miss Lintz’ class has the art talk •Walk With A Line.” M.S. volleyball vs Caledonia. 7th here. 8th there M.S wrestling vs. Caledonia, here March 16 - M.S. volleyball. B team vs. Wayland, here. Barry County Substance Abuse speaks to the 10th graders about drugs, on the 17th too Senior parents sell tickets for senior party during lunch hours March 17 Happy Si Painek s Day’ Wear green at McFall Bedtime stones at McFall. 7 p.m M.S. volleyball vs. Godwin, there MS. wrstling vs. Godwin, there Senior citizens are invited to the dress rehearsal of “The Butler Did It Singing" at the High School auditorium. 8 p.m. This is free of charge. March 18 - McFall and West P E T. popcorn. 25 cents a bag Mother Goose visits West. H.S. students see the musical performed. "The Butler Did It Singing " Musical open to the public in the evening March 21 - Half day at High School, teacher inservice Book Fair at West through 25th. March 22-24 - Conferences and half days of school for elememanes. dismiss at noon Book Fair at West, open in the evenings. 5-8 p.m. March 22 - M.S volleyball vs. Comstock, here. M.S wrestling vs. Comstock, here March 24 - Bedtime stones at McFall. 7 p.m. M.S volleyball vs. Gull Lake. 7th away, 8th home. 8th graders visit the Kent Skills Center March 25 - Half day for all elememanes. dismiss al noon Stuffed animal day at West M.S. 8th graders visit Kent Skills Center. Spring dance at the High School. 8-11 p.m. LOOKING AHEAD March 26 - M .S. Volleyball Tournament at Comstock Park M.S. Wrestling Tournament at Caledonia. March 28 & 29 -- Puppeteer June Stopples comes to McFall. March 29 - Read-a-shirt day at West M.S. 6th grade Boater Safety. March 30 - Read-a-cap day at McFall. Senior Parents sell tickets during H.S. lunch hours for senior party. April 1-10 - Spring Break. April 11 - School resumes. TEACHABLE MOMENTS West - Mrs. Thaler’s 2nd graders made seed mosaics to hang on the wall. We would like to thank the art docents for coming to our room to give art talks. We really liked the pain tings. The 2nd grades all went to see the musical "Beauty and the Beast." NEWS FLASH! Coming April 23. 8 a m. - 12:45 pm. at the H.S auditorium and classrooms: a parenting workshop with mini sessions on a variety of topics as: How to enjoy fami­ ly life. A D D., Talking to your kids about AIDS, and other topics. This is to provide parenting information, to share with others and to celebrate families The workshop is FREE to school district members. For additional information call Chris at Community Ed: 795-3397 or Mary at Special Ed: 795-3349. QUOTE OF THE WEEK: Mind what you say. or you may say whatever comes to mind. the walls and the halls of the school, and student -created books and ocher gifts are displayed in Phillips* office. "The best pan is. they did all the work themselves.’ Phillips said A giant shamrock bears in­ dividual clovers, each with a personal message, complete with original spelling, from each student in the class. Another class presented him with a very long book with a page from each student, and second graders serenaded him with a song they composed He even received an apple pie All the tributes were part of "Mr Phillips Week. ” a time when students say "thanks" and even try to offer their principal a little incentive to keep up the good work. "Please don’t quit." wrote one worried youngster. Dutton Elementary second graders Alicia Myers. Jenni Michaelfelder, Shaun Owens and their teacher. Karen Roth, pose with the lo-o-ng cord they made for their principal, Jerry Phillips, during Mr. Phillips Week* at the school. The cord contains the words to the song about Phillips which was written by the students to the tune of ‘I know on old lady who swallowed a fly...' Each grade created a special tribute for the principal. [MER1X10W HOME EQUITY LINE Lowest Payment In Michigan. 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Clever costumes, catchy songs, move ah le props and dialogue that the youngsters could follow easily kept the large audience interested and entertained Looking for Extra Cash? - Call - 945-9554 Sell anything Attending were students from Kettle Lake, Duttoo. Christian. Tri-Unity Tbomappie Kellogg, Algoma Christian. St. Mary’s (Lowell). Sigsbee. Holy Trinity. Godfrey Lee, St. Alpbonsus. West Oakview. East Oakview. Keltoggsville, Parkview and Alger Park. The program was sponsored by Caledonia Community Education, which this year has brought four children s plays to Caledonia, with other area schools always invited to attend A per-pupil charge helps defray the cost of bringing the theater troops to the area. "Charlotte’s Web" is the fi­ nal performance for the 199394 year, but the success of the program has encouraged Caledonia Community Edu­ cation to bring a series of children’s plays to the area again next year, said Sherry Smith of the Community Fxlucation staff FAST! 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JoAnne Dipp, one of the organizers, said people have asked why the boosters don’t wait until the weather is nicer. “We want to get started early enough so we hold the sale before everyone else starts their spring house clean­ ing yard sales,’" Dipp explained. Dipp said there are about 40 participants already registered for the sale, some of whom are repeat attenders Most arc coming with garage sale type items, but there are others with baked goods, flea market type items, and a church youth group is selling cotton candy The is pleased to welcome... Kari Misak Licensed Technician ...to the Staff. Kan specialises in pedicures, men’s and women’s facials, facial waxing, make-up and scalp massage. She is available Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 9 am. to 3 p.m. and 9 am. to 9 p.m. Thursday and Saturday. Other appointments are available and walk-ins are always welcome. 891-1591 134 E. Main St., Caledonia Shop Hours: Monday thru Friday 9-9, Saturday 9-7 This year’s Freeport An­ nual Indoor Yard Sale pro­ mises to offer a big variety of items. Lost year's sale drew a crowd as shown by this file photo. The boosters will manning the kitchen this year, selling barbeques, hot dogs, chips, pop, doughnuts, and coffee and soda Dipp said that there are a few spaces available yet. Anyone interested in renting one should call her at 765-5413 The Freeport Boosters also will accept donations of items to sell (except for clothing) Items can be brought to the Freeport Community Center on Thursday evening. March 17. when they will be setting up for the event Rep. Hoekstra to visit March 17 A representative of Second District Congressman Pete Hoekstra s office will be at the Thornapple Township Hall in Middleville from noon to 2 p.m Thursday. The field office visit is in­ tended to help constituents with problems and concerns. The visits occur every third Thursday of the month �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / March 15. 1994 / Page 9 | From Our Readers More Middleville news would be appreciated Efforts for debate were “frustrating” tee He felt it was not possible village To the editor: If the rumors I hase heard My name is Benjamin Diehl for there to be a debate are true, the people of the without him involved. So, and I’m a student at Caledonia village owe it to themselves to there appeared there would be High School replace or get nd of those in A few weeks ago I was ask­ no debate power because they are no This has been a frustrating ed by my government teacher. longer serving the people, but Mr. Felkey. to try and experience Mr Audy. who themselves organize a debate on the issue has been a great help and I hope that, in the future, wants a debate, will not take a of the dissolution of the the people of the village will Village of Caledonia I was side, probably due to the fact look more closely at those in he is running for trustee on the given a letter he (Mr. Felkey) charge Please take back your Village Council and does not received from Mr Meyers government want to alienate anyone Mr who received it from Mr. Fleischmann is an intelligent Audy Benjamin R Diehl I was given the number of man and knows a lot about the Caledonia situation He. a non-village Mr. Fleischmann and Mr resident, did the homework Audy. and that same day I for this issue and stands to contacted them both about the gam the least In fact, he has idea of a debate My first pro­ damaged himself in politics by blem arose here I was given embittering those in higher the impression that Mr Audy places. was in favor of saving the In hindsight, the person village when in fact he was who manuevered the best not He had not chosen a side politically was Mr. Klaver. yet He accepted the debate on cer­ Mr. Fleischmann was quite tain conditions In this way he pleased with the idea of a forced the other side to con debate, and so was Mr Audy. cede to his wishes or not given his constant attempts at debate No one can now say organizing one Mr Audy he didn’t want to debate, and suggested Mr Klaver. the even better, he can say they village president, for the turned down his invitation to opposition debate This brought me to problem In the end. village residents number two. Mr. Klaver, it don’t come out any the better seemed, was unwilling to par They have not heard both ticipate according, to Mr. sides and know little except Audy and Mr Meyers After what has been told them by I finally got in touch with Mr others, and that includes me Klaver (we never talked At the end of this ordeal I directly, but through Ms put myself through. I have Cherry, the village secretary). heard rumors of abuse by He was willing to participate those in power The only on several conditions the thing I can say about that is most important that Mr. when people put others in Fleischmann not be the other charge of them and then sit debater idlely by and let the same peo­ Problem number three then ple run over and over and be arose. re-elected, there is a serious ; Mr. Fleischmann is the problem with the people of the representative for the Con­ solidate Caledonia Commit­ To the editor: 1 am a student in the Thor nappie Kellogg Community Education program. Mid­ dleville resident and frequent ly read your paper Every time I sit down to read the Sun and News. I open it up and all I see is news and information on Hastings and Caledonia I do realize that it is a Middleville and Caledonia area paper, but 95 percent of the paper is news on other areas than Middleville. Residents in Middleville should be able to sit down and read about what is happening in their town. I know that Middleville is a small town, but if you really wanted to find news, you could. There is hardly ever anything on Middleville High School sports or other things that happen at the school, but there are always items about Caledonia schools. I have seen two full pages, when Middleville articles have maybe two paragraphs Let’s take Middleville Sun and News No. 314 Jan 25. 1994 edition: 1 counted to see just how many articles you had on Middleville. You had only II articles, which were only a few paragraphs long. But then you look at all Caledonia articles (there are 18) and some of them take up the whole page I know Caledonia is a link bigger than Middkvilk. so why don’t they start their own paper and have the Sun and News just be a Middleville paper" One thing you could do to get more information on the Middleville High Schools have a teacher or a student be in charge for the week and have them take notes on the neat or different things that have happened It’s only a suggestion I don't mean for this ktter to sound negative or want it to sound like I don't appreciate the work you and your staff already do. It's just that I would like to see nxtrv about Middkvilk in the Sun and News. Jennifer Pelli Middkvilk With All Due Respect To Funk committed to ‘youth’ To the editor: I just wanted our communi­ ty to know what a wonderfully committed person Matt Funk is. When some of the boys were unable to make the basketball teams for eighth grade (due to so many going out for the sport). 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For an appointment, call Wayland Medical Center at (616) 792-3475. in the Caledonia Village waxiand Med* al Center panaipaies with Blue Cros*. Aetna Ueahii Hans. Blue Cross Trust. Blue Care Network care Chokes 1BA Health & Life Assurance Co Physicians Ueahh Plan and Hmriiy Health Mc<Im are is also at< cptetl. US 131 (A-45) S I Wayland Medical Center X E Supenor W Supenor ■■ WAYLAND MEOCAc CENTER (1/2 »oo Sour Sk* Up*} 1 WORKER’S COMPENSATION COMMERCIAI.IIABIII t Y 145 S Main Street - P.O. Box 381 Wayland. Ml 49348 PENNOCK HOSPITAL A New Vision of Health co �Page 10 I The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml / March 15, 1994 Middleville Methodist men’s flapjack feast set for Saturday | OBITUARIES Margaret M. Tibbets by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Anyone who likes a steamy, stack of pancakes and maybe a side of sausage won t want tn miss the Middleville United Methodist Men s annual Pan­ cake Day The eating is set for 7 a m. to I p.m Saturday. March 19, at the Middleville United Methodist Church Funds raised at the Pancake Day supports many projects sponsored by the UMM. in­ cluding the church youth groups and Boy Scout Troop 105 A family pass is $10. Adults can eat for $3 and children ages 6 to 12 arc $1.50. MIDDLEVILLE - Mrs Mararct M. Tibbets, 88, passed away Tuesday, March 8,1994 al the home of her daughter. Mrs. Tibbets was born on March 29, 1905 in Pine Grove, Michigan the daughter of Elmer and Elizabeth (Leonard) Blanchard. She was raised in Plainwell and Otsego areas and attended school there. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Roy E. Evelyn M. Me Naughton Poncoke breokfosts of the Middleville United Methodist Church con sotisfy the heorty eater like this youngster. This file photo was taken at one of the fall events at the church. CMS Band students sponsor McDonald’s pancake supper FRAME IT! Needlework Documents Prints Memories Photos Posters Custom Alterations Sewing Machine Repair Yam • Crafts • Varieties Rainbow’s End Caledonia Village Centre 891-1106 Hou^5Fi’8 I ft Caledonia sixth- and seventh grade band students are trying to Mir up interest in hot cakes and sausage They are selling tickets to a March 17 pancake supper hosted by the McDonald s restuarant at 60th and Kalamazoo By purchasing a $2 ticket, hungry patrons will be served all the pancakes they can eat plus a one-time only sausage patty Other menu items will be sold at the regular McDonald's cost. A 50-50 split with the Golden Arches will allow half of the proceeds to go towards the purchase of the CHS mar­ ching band’s new uniforms and help fund the middle school bands’ tour to Lansing. The special offer will last from 5 to 8 p.m. only Tickets can be obtained from any sixth- or seventh­ grade band member or by calling the band office at 891 8130. ARK Veterinary Services - Neeson; and second husband, Donald Tibbets; a son, Elmer Neeson; her parents, Elmer and Elizabeth Blanchard; brothers, Raymond, Jay (her twin) and Earl Blanchard. Mrs Tibbets loved life, w as a talented musician, and could play many instruments by ear. She was an avid gardener and loved animals. We all have special memories of her and she was loved by everyone. MIDDLEVILLE - Mrs. Evelyn M. MC Naughton, 70, passed away Wednesday, March 9, 1994 at Pennock Hospital, Hastings. Mrs. Me Naughton was born on January 29, 1924, in Irving Township, Freeport the daughter of Warren A. and Nellie A. (Tewksbury) Kidder. She was raised in Irving Township and attended Brew School. She was married to Dick E. Me Naughton on May 27, 1961 in Freeport. She was a member of V.F.W. Auxiliary in Freeport. Evelyn was a homemaker and enjoyed flowers, gardening and traveling. She was preceded in death by her sisters and brothers, Belle Joy, Beulah Potter, Mabie Martz, Warren Kidder, Byron Kidder and Jay Kidder. Mrs. Me Naughton is survived by her husband, Dick E. Me Naughton; five sisters, Virginia Harrctt of Hastings, Lucy Karchcr of Freeport, Letha Wilkins of Middleville, Thelma (Clifford) Treat of Hastings, Wanctta (Glen) Jenson of Gales­ burg; five brothers, William L. Kidder of Hastings, George T. Kidder of Freeport, Harry L. Kidder of Freeport, Kelly Kidder of Lowell, Herman (Frederica) Kidder of Japan; one sister-inlaw, Edwina Russell of Florida; Mercury is the most com­ mon liquid used in thermome­ ters. although alcohol is used in areas where the tempera­ ture frequently drops below the freezing point of mercury: -38 degrees Fahrenheit. brother-in-law, Harold Potter of Florida; many nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Friday, March 11. 1994 at the Beeler Funeral Chapel with Reverend Stanley Finkbeincr officiating. Interment Mt. Hope Cemetery, Middleville. Surviving her are daughter, Irene Abassc; two grand daught­ ers, Charlene Abassc, (who took care of her for ten years) and family, Marian Me Whinncy and family; four grandsons, Dick Neeson and family, Dave Neeson and family, Dan Neeson and family. Dim Neeson and family, all of Middleville; nine great-grandchildren; four great­ great-grandchildren; one daughter-in-law. Dons Neeson of Middleville; stepdaughter. Sally Godfrey of Holland, many nieces and nephews. Funeral and Committal Scrcivcs were held Friday, March 11, 1994 at the Beeler Funeral Chapel with Pastor Doug Davis officiating. Inter­ ment at Woodlawn Cemetery, Grand Rapids. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of one’s choice. Reverend Adam Chyrowski MIDDLEVILLE - Reverend lohman, Benjamin and Camille Adam Chyrowski, 72, went to be Turner; sister. Mrs. Helen with his Lord on Friday, March Brown; sister-in-law, Mrs. Nina Chyrowski; several nieces and 4, 1994. He was bom on August 12, nephews. Cremation has taken place, a 1921 in Muskegon to George Memorial service was held and Tillie Linda Chyrowski. Thursday at the Parmalcc United He was a minister in the Methodist Church, serving the Methodist Church with following Churches: Alpena, Reverend Charles Garrod, Wheeler, Bumips, Constantine, Reverend Robert Smith and Reverend Lynn Wagner official Casco, Caledonia, Parmalcc and ing. Burial was in Algoma Union City. Cemetery. Reverend Chyrowski is Memorial contributions may survived by his wife, Phyllis M. be made to Parmalcc United (McIntyre) Chyrowski; child­ Methodist Church. ren, Bonnie and Robert Turner, Arrangements were by Cale­ Nancy and Dale Whipple and donia Funeral Chapel in Janice Lohman; grandchildren, Caledonia. Jennifer Nichols, Cara and Cala Marguerite Whitney SAGINAW - Mrs. Marguerite Whitney passed away February 17, 1994 after a short illness. She was bom on June 5, 1916 in Merritt the daughter of Harry R. and Margaret Gray. She married Joseph R. Whit­ ney in Lake City in 1946. He preceded her in death in 1986. Surviving arc her daughter Mary Whitney of East Lansing; a brother, George Gray of Novi; sisters, Agnes Baker of Grand Rapids, and Patricia Foster of Lake City. She was preceded in death by a son, Ray Whitney; a brother, Raymond Gray; and a sister Mary Aguirre. MAKE UF€ l€SS TAXING Tax Management and More Inc. mill prepare your return correctly and at o good price! Stev« Antacki, M.S.A. • 891-9401 I MAKt HOUSC CALLS Dr. Larry Julius ( is pleased to announce the opening of the CALEDONIA LOCATION on M-37 and 100th behind the furniture store next to the Porcelain Doll. We will be taking appointments after March 10th. 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HASTINGS OFFICE 506 W APPtE - HOURS — Mon Fri. 9 am to 6 p.m. Sat 9 a m. to 1 p.m. Sun Closed MIDOLEVUXE OFFICE 111 BROADWAY 945-5429 FAX * (616) 795-3420 795-3387 ’State of Michigan is limited to refunds only and form 1040 and CR's •This is a Pilot Program for 1993 returns. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I March 15. 1994 / Page 11 CHS orchestra takes top honors at Class B festival The Caledonia High School orchestra received a first divi­ sion rating in Class B from judges at the District Ten Or­ chestra Festival Feb. 26 in Holland This is the third consecutive year the group has partici­ pated in the festival, receiving the top rating each time This year, however, marks the first lime the orchestra re­ ceived a first division in the area of sight reading, noted CHS orchestra director Pete DeLille The 37-member or­ chestra also was judged in tone quality, technique, rhythm and on the musicality of its performance, he said. His orchestra performed Bach's 'Brandenburg Sinfonia." Selby s "English Fugue and the "Russian Sailor's Dance" by Gliere This year s program was very challenging," said Delude The Coledonio High School orchestro eorned its third consecutive first-division rating in the annual District 10 Orchestro Festival held Feb. 26. Three CHS athletes named to state All-Academic soccer team The Michigan High School Soccer Coaches Association has selected Caledonia High School seniors Brent Boncher, Brian Folkersma and Brian Nowak as members of the 1993-94 All-Academic soccer team. The three players were nominated by CHS Soccer Coach Brian Broekhuizcn, based on their academic achievements and their soccer skills. Named all-conference for his defensive play last fall, Boncher played varsity soccer for two years, earning all-re­ gional honors He also was a finalist for a Michigan High School Athletic Association Scholar-Athlete Award. The son of Fred and Marilou Boncher. he is carrying a 4.01 ^rade point average on a scale of 4.0. and will attend either the University of Michigan or Harvard University next fall to major in history. Folkersma, a forward for the Scots, played two years of varsity soccer, was cocaptain for the Fighting Scots squad last fall and earned all-confer­ ence. all-region and all-area honors. He is carrying a 3.83 GPA, and plans to attend ei­ ther Western Michigan or Michigan State University to study engineering. Brian is the son of Arnold and Helen Folkersma. A recipient of the Presiden­ tial Fitness Award. Nowak also excels in academics, car­ rying a 3.72 GPA The son of Tom and Jan Nowak, he played two years of varsity soccer as a defensive back. He plans to attend Grand Rapids Community College next fall to prepare for a career in electronics. All three are members of the CHS National Honor So­ ciety. The 1993 Scots recorded a best-ever record since soccer became a varsity sport at CHS, going 16-5-1 for the season, and earned a district championship in the state soc­ cer tournament. TK kindergarten enrollment planned at McFall school Parents planning to enroll their children in kindergarten next fall in the Thomapple Kellogg Schools, should call McFall Elementary to pre­ register. Children must be 5 years old before Nov. 30, 1994. (bom before Nov. 30. 1989) to enter school in the fall All incoming students must have their vision and hearing checked by a doctor or health department before they start school. The Barry County Health Department Vision and Hearing Technicians will For Soft Water, Nothing Works Harder. Guaranteed? MORTON screen incoming students May 17-20. at McFall Elementary Appointments must be made for these services by calling the McFall office. The health department also will offer a free immunization clinic for children who need booster shots before they start school. Parents are asked to check their children’s im­ munization record carefully for needed shots. For more in­ formation. call the health department or family doctor. This clinic will be held June 2 in the high school auditorium from 9 to 11 a.'m. and I to 4 p.m. Children’s im­ munization records must be brought or they cannot give the shots. Families able to use this service are asked to notify the McFall office to get an approximate number of participants. For information call the McFall office (795-3637) from 8 a m to 4 p.m SYSTEM Named to the Michigan High School Soccer Coaches Association All-Academic Team this year are CHS seniors Brian Folkersma (left), Brent Boncher and Brian Nowak. 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Ml I March 15, 1994 Shagbark condominiums would neighbor future mobile home park New site plan for Caledonia condo project discussed by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Preliminary plans for a 39buikiing condominium devel­ opment on 76th Street re­ ceived favorable reviews last week from the Caledonia Township Planning Commis­ sion Site Review Committee. Property owners Carl Stef­ fen and C'harlcs Swanson are asking that their rural residen­ tial lands be rezoned planned unit development (PUD) for their proposed Shagbark Con­ dominiums. to be located at 5255 76th Street. The property is located in an area designated for high density residential develop­ ment on the township's future land use map. "It's an excellent plan," said Caledonia Township Planner Mark VanderPloeg of the pre­ liminary proposal "A lot of time and care’ has gone into developing the plan, which is under the township s density requirements for the high density residential dis­ trict he said The township allows a max­ imum of 6.22 units per acre in that zone, but Shagbark de­ velopers are proposing a den­ sity of 4.8 units per acre. The preliminary plan shows fourfamily dwellings laid out around a common green space The project would be constructed in phases, once rezoning has been obtained and sewer is available The 32-acre parcel lies be­ tween Kraft and Patterson av­ enues. and would adjoin the Country Village Meadows Mobile Home Park, recently approved by the township. Both projects, however, re­ quire public sewer before they Charter Township of Caledonia Caledonia, Michigan 49316 "At the Qroerlng EOge of Kent County" CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP BOARD AGENDA March 16, 1994 1. Minutes 2 Bills 3. Building Inspector Report 4. Treasurers Report 5. District Library 6 Dykema Pit • 2nd Reading 1 Cemetery Bids 8. Planning Commission Report 9. Personnel Committee Report 10. Ordinance #94-1 • 2nd Reading 11. Ordinance 494-4Z • 1st Reading 12. Ordinance #94-5Z • 1st Reading 13. Ordinance #94-62 - 1st Reading 14. Workshop Planner 15. Future Growth Committee Report 16. Any Other Business That May Come Before The Board (108) can be constructed. VanderPloeg said that the Site Plan Committee walked the property, reviewed the preliminary development plan and made some recommenda­ tions to the developers, who will probably return with an amended PDP. The preliminary plan, how­ ever. ’pretty much met ordi­ nance requirements.* said Commissioner Roger Keating. The developers told the committee they will try to keep as many trees as possible in a wooded area on the prop­ erty, and will build around a low wet area. The committee recommends that the two ex­ isting homes on the property be included in the PUD. While public sewer is al­ ready a requirement for high density development, the question of public water also was discussed for this project. VanderPloeg said This would require extend­ ing the Gaines Township wa­ ter lines to Caledonia Town­ ship, and the engineers from the two townships plan to dis­ cuss this possibility and per­ haps recommend a feasibility study. Gaines Township now has both sewer and water utilities, with the latter coming from the city of Wyoming and ex­ tending along 68th Street for the Steelcase Inc. facility there. Steelcase is 2.7 miles from the condominium site. VanderPloeg pointed out that with two high density res­ idential projects already pro­ posed for the area, and others in the planning stages, it would be a good idea to in­ vestigate a water system rather than depend on com­ munity wells for such pro­ jects. Commissioners generally were in agreement that a po­ tential public water system should be investigated. With a "deferred assessment" pro­ cess. users would not neces­ sarily be hit with a huge bill VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on April 5,1994, at 7:30 p.m. the Planning Commission of the Village of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, concerning a proposed ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Village of Caledonia and the Final Develop­ ment Plan of the Caledonia Village Centre Planned Unit Development. Such amendments, if adopted, would provide for the construction and use of a private street to serve the development, commencing at a point on the West line of Cherry Valley Avenue opposite the current terminus of 92nd Street and extending westerly approximately 350 feet and thence southerly approximately 250 feet, so as to serve portion of the development, and affecting that part of the development described as follows: That part of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 29, T5N, R10W, Caledonia Township, Kent County, Michigan, described as beginning at a point on the North line of said Northeast 1/4 which is South 89*43' West 56.87 feet from the Northeast cor­ ner of Section 29; thence South 00*18’ West 369.01 feet along the West line of Cherry Valley Avenue (M-37); thence South 89*48’ West 448.07 feet; thence North 00*00' West 369.00 feet: thence North 89*48’ East 450.00 feet along the North line of said Northeast 1/4 to the place of beginning. The text of the proposed amending ordinance and the revised Development Plan are on file and may be examined at the offices of the Caledonia Village Clerk, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan. All interested persons may attend the public hearing and be heard with regard to the proposed amending ordinance. Dated. March 11, 1994 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE immediately for the cost of constructing and hooking up. Commission Chairman Dick Dunn asked Vander­ Ploeg to discuss the issue with the township and to check on what the budget might allow "I think we should be pushing for every senice we can get out here,’ said Com­ missioner Jim Williams. In other business, the Commission voted 5-2 to re­ quire FCC Construction to seek an amendment to its Val­ ley Point West Industrial Park PUD. located just north of 84th Street on M-37. The developer is asking that be be allowed to change his approved site plan to allow 4.000 additional square feet of warehouse and office area on one of the park s building sites without going through an amendment process. VanderPloeg. however, said that he felt the changes are enough that an amendment to the PUD is necessary. Most commission members said that though they would like to help expedite construc­ tion of the proposed building, it was too big a change in area not to warrant an amendment. Commission Chairman Dick Dunn and Commis­ sioner Jim Newhof voted against requiring the amend­ ment Thornapple Twp. Board delays decision on mining ordinance b> Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The Thomapple Township Board decided to postpone ac­ tion on proposed mineral ex­ traction ordinance revisions. The Planning and Zoning Commission had passed on a recommendation to the Township Board for its ap­ proval at the township meeting last Thursday. The commission has been working for several months in order to develop an ordinance that would protect the rights of those wishing to mine on their property and those of the other area residents. Commission Chairman Jack Spencer said he felt that the proposed amendments would do just that Several of the commission members were at the meeting to answer any questions that board members or the au­ dience might have. Since the amendments were Middleville OFFICIAL VILLAGE COUNCIL MINUTES February 22. 1994 President Myers called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Present: Bray, French, Mugridge, Schellinger, and VandenBerg Absent: Oliver. Guests: Margaret Fowler from the Sun and News, Melissa Fowler. William Thurkettle Bob Klinge. Gerald Stogroy. Dix Bax­ ter. and Dan Parker. Minutes of the February 8. 1994 meeting were approved as read. Minutes of the February 15, 1994 special meeting were ap­ proved as read President Myers appointed James French as legislation coordinator to represent the Village for the Michigan Municipal league. President Myers appointed Ed Schellinger James French and himself Ion Myers os a Commit­ tee to meet with Thornapple Township concerning annexation Proposal of sale of Village property received This matter turned over to Property Commit­ tee for recommendation President Myers authorized sending Village Manager Mon shum to attend a seminar In­ creased Productivity through Ef fective Time Management, March 10 1994 in Ann Arbor for on approximate cost of $170 0C Sponsored by Michigan Muntctpoi league Complaints received of dogs running loose m the Village This matter sent to the Zoning and Ordinance Committee Dick Baxter request to review the SBI Treatment Protect pion Council pions to continue with bids With no further business Schellinger moved for adtournment Support by Bray Ayes all. Corned Mooting adjourned at 7:27 p.m Cheryl Hooper Village Clerk (105) drafted, the township has received a list of comments and recommendations from the Barry County Mineral Ex­ tractors Inc. This group is comprised of about 60 small contractors, pit owners, and the Barry County Commission The letter questioned several areas in the proposed amendment, claiming that it would impose additional costs on the mining operations and thus increasing the cost gravel and building roads The griHip questioned the necessity of several items that are asked for in the applica­ tion for the special use permit The letter to the township concluded with this: "In summation we respect fully request that you weigh any real or perceived inconve­ nience of adjacent property owners against the costs to the taxpayer and small contrac­ tors in the count to determine is this, another layer of regulation, is in the best in­ terest of all concerned." Spencer said he felt that the commission had already dealt with most of these issues as they developed the recom­ mended amendments. However, the board decid­ ed to table action on the pro­ posal until the next meeting. At that time, they would like to bring their recommen­ dations and comments on the entire proposal. taking the mineral extractors group recommendations into consideration Zn other business last week, the board: — Received word that there have been 11 letters of interest submitted for the position of fire chief. Bob Kenyon, cur­ rent administrator, will be retiring at the end of this July. — Changed the contract for those belonging to the Thor­ napple Ambulance Program to include a provision that there will be a $200 fee for non-emergency transporting Under the current contract, members pay no more than $25 if they must be transported in an ambulance The current contract states that long distance or non emergency transfers may result in additional fees This is the portion changed by board action. — Heard of the planned swim-a-thon to raise money for the Thornapple Township Emergency Services Satur­ day. April 23. at the high school pool, beginning at 11 a.m. Those who are 10 or older may enter Pledge sheets are available at the Fire Barn PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE THORNAPPLE TOWNSHIP ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT - Rz-3 Notice is hereby given that on March 30, 1994, at 7:30 p.m , at the Thornapple Township Hall, 200 E. Main St., Middleville, Michigan, the Thornapple Township Plan ning Commission will hold a public hearing for the pur pose of hearing comments regarding amendments of the Thornapple Township Zoning Ordinance A petition has been received from Dbn M Murdock, bda Murdock Lumbers Sales, Inc., 6355 Moe Road, to rezone PP » 0814012-017-10 from an A R zone to In­ dustrial The parcel is currently under a Special Use granted by Barry County as a commercial use, that hav ing been granted pnor to Thornapple Township’s adop­ tion of their zoning ordinance Legal description of properly: Thornapple pari of Sec 12-4-10 beginning SW corner of SW ’A, thence E 1314.66 ft N 1440 ft to P O B thence W 635 ft, thence N 135 ft. thence E 635 ft. thence S 135 ft to P O B Subject to highway R/W The zoning petition and map may be inspected at the Thornapple Township office daily 9 a.m to4pm Any written comments regarding this rezoning may be ad dressed to Mark Sevaid Secretary, Thornapple Township Planning Commission. 200 E Main St. Mid dlevtlle, Michigan 49333 Mark Sevaid, Secretary Tbomapple Township Planning Commission NOTICE: Thomapple Twp will provide reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed material being considered at the electKMVmeeting/hearing upon seven (7) days notice to the Township Clerk Individuals with disabilities requinng auxiliary aids or services should contact the clerk by writing of calling: Thornap­ ple Township Clerk. 200 E Main St., Middleville, Ml 49333 Telephone 795-7202 (104) �The Sun md News, M«kfleviHe. Ml / March 15, 1994 I Fage 13 Capitol Commentary By Sen. Dick Porthumus “Michigan host of International Summit” As we take pnde in the growing success of Michigan, representatives of other nations will soon have the opportunity to share in the excitement of our state’s economic turnaround On March 14 and 15, leaders from the seven leading in­ dustrialized democracies will convene in Detroit for the Group of Seven - or G7 - Jobs Summit The summit, a tremendous opportunity for the entire state, will show the rest of the world bow quickly Michigan is emerg mg as a leader in job growth and opportunity Just three years ago. this state faced a $1 8-billion deficit, lost jobs and high unemployment Today, we have a surplus not a deficit. And. more people than ever are working in thus state Six tax cut* have spurred job growth, and unemployment in IW* was 7 percent - the lowest it has been in more than 25 years U S News and World Report recently touted Michigan as the leader in job growth among industrialized states In selecting Detroit as the host city, the federal government has demonstrated it recognizes Michigan’s leadership and initiative - in this and many other areas Michigan, the traditional home of the world s automobile in­ dustry. i* re-emerging from years of high taxes and high unemployment In 1993. Ge neral Motors saw its first pro­ fitable year since 1989. with a total profit at nearly $2.2 billion. GM and Chrysler employees recently received profit sharing checks averaging $4,500 apiece America, thanks to the workers of Michigan, has become the low-cost pnxluccr of quality can Who would have thought that possible just five New police car issue to return in Middleville by Margaret Fowter Staff Writer The Middleville Village Council teamed from Trustee Marilyn VandenBerg that though the motion to purchase a new police car was defeated at an earlier meeting, it would be coming up at the next coun­ cil meeting VandenBerg. who is chair­ woman of the PuNk Safety Committee, which is respon­ sible for the purchase of police cars, said that Gavin's had gone over the 1990 vehi­ cle thoroughly to check for safety “For having 108.000 miles on it. the car is in relatively good shape." she said “But. it has a rebuilt transmission, and the brakes and tires have obviously been replaced.' Normally, the village has replaced its police can every two years, according to VandenBerg. After that time, the vehicle is passed on to the village manager and the manager s car is then sold “I just don't feel comfor­ table with the police car ha* mg that many miles on it,” she said. “I'm concerned that if something happened the village is leaving itself open for a lawsuit.” VandenBergs motion to buy a new car in February was defeated by just one vote In other business lost week, the Village Council: — Heard a presentation by Steve Laubaugh of the Barry County YMCA about pro­ grams in Middleville over the past year. He made a request for monetary support from the village of $2,500. the same amount as last year — Passed a motion that the council must approve the cost of workshops and other seminars that are going to be attended by village officials prior to paying for them — Received a complaint Township OKs 5% cable franchise fee Police Chief Louis from several cdOples on how a problem was handled by the Shoemaker was at the council village police. Their children meeting and said that he reported that a man in their would be willing to set up a neighborhood had pointed a meeting in his office. gun at them white they were playing outside The village police in­ vestigated and concluded that they didn't have enough infix mation to pursue the complaint The neighbors were not pleased and reined that there had been additional pro blems resulting after this They requested that the village police meet wkh the man and some of them, so that the situation could be discussed | END OF SEASON~I CLOSEOUT 20% Off All insulated... |F(b' □LaCrosse L PELLA® ings representative on the bv Margaret Fowler consortium. Staff Writer He also explained that The Yankee Springs township subscribers may be Township Board approved a 2 seeing a decrease in rates percent increase in the C-Tec because of newly approved Cable franchise fee for Federal Communications township subscribers years ago'’ Commission regulations But good new* is not found only in the auto industry West The fee previously had been By belonging to the consor­ Michigan. with it* diversification, has been heralded as one of 3 percent, according to V 136 East Main Street — Caledonia tium. the Township Board the fastest growing areas in the nation, and one of the best Township Clerk Harvey does have the power to places to do business In fact. Fortune magazine has listed Open 6 Days a Week VanderBee regulate those cable fees, said Grand Rapids on its Best Cities for Business list for two years VanderBee said the fran­ VanderBee / in a row. And unemployment in the area hit a low of 4.6 per­ chise fee the new 5 percent fee cent last August - an envy of the state and nation. A recent will generate money for the study showed that Grand Rapids low-tax rates made it a township. Those dollars go into the “growth” city in the 1980s. With statistics such as these, it is easy to understand why the general fund, which covers a national spotlight will be on Michigan next month. majority of the township Not only does the summit reflect a recognition of Michigan s expenses. Minutes of a regular meeting of the Village CouncilSf the Village of Caledonia, held at worth, but it also points us toward the future with hope. The vote for the increase the Township and Village Hall, 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia. Michigan, on the 28th Because the summit includes leaders from seven powerful na­ was 3 to 2 with trustees Mary tions. Michigan will no doubt take a greater role in interna­ Cook and Jack Fmkbeiner day of February, 1994, at 7:00 p.m. Present; Antecki, Erskine, Kidder, Soules, Klaver. Cherry. Absent: Moerland, Berencsi, Shook. opposing tional affairs. Though Yankee Springs is We have already seen more than 30 foreign firms settle in The following ordinance was offered by Soules and supported by Erskine pari of an area consortium that west Michigan. For example. Behr Industries from Germany is trying to regulate cable in­ came to Grand Rapids about two-and-a-half years ago. The ORDINANCE NO. 94 2Z AN ORDINANCE to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Village of Caledonia company, which has about 500 employees, makes intenor dustry fees, residents still saw a 45 cent increase in their parts for Cadillac. Other examples include Thomas Regout Ink basic cable bills, beginning in THE VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS: from the Netherlands, or Leitz Tooling from Germany January I am extremely confident that the leaders from Germany, [Amendment No. 1 (to revise land description) in Ordinance No. 93-32, an Amendment “ By being a part of that Japan. France. Canada. Great Britain and Italy will be im­ to Caledonia Village Centre PUD (McDonald’s Restaurant)) pressed with Michigan and excited by our future as they plan consortium, we have have the increase to a minimum.” said Section 1. The Zoning Ordinance of the Village of Caledonia is hereby amended by the their own. VanderBee. the Yankee Spramendment of Section 4 2 there-of, the Zoning Map, so as to amend the Caledonia Village Centre Planned Unit Development and to rezone the following described lands from the^ Caledonia Village Centre Planned Unit Development District to the McDonald s Corporation Planned Unit Development, in accordance with the Final Development Plan, as amended, of Caledonia Village Centre and the Final Development Plan of the McDonald’s Corporation Planned Unit Development, subject to all of the terms and conditions of this ordinance All that part of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 29, Town 5 North, Range 10 West, described as commencing at the Northeast comer of said Section 29. thence South 00*00'00'' West 703 45 feet along the East line of said Section 29 to the place of beginning of this descnption. thence continuing South 00*00 00 West 223 37 feet, along the East line of said Section 29, thence North 87*59 00 West 245.30 feet, PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on April 5.1994, at 7:30 p.m. thence North 64*40’20" West 83 26 feet, thence North 00*00’00 East 178.00 feet, the Planning Commission of the Village of Caledonia will hold a public parallel with the East line of said Section 29, to a line bearing South 89*48’00” West hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall, 250 South Maple from the place of beginning, thence North 89*48’00 East 320 41 feet to the place of beginning, Village of Caledonia, Kent County, Michigan Street, Caledonia, Michigan, concerning a proposed ordinance to amend This Section 1 amends in its entirety the Section 1 of the ordinance establishing the the Zoning Ordinance of the Village of Caledonia and the Final McDonald s PUD. such PUD being established by an ordinance amending the Caledonia , —---Caledonia Farmers Elevator *■. 891-8108 VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN Development Plan of the Glen Valley Planned Unit Development. Such amendments, if adopted, would revise the location of South Rodgers Court and the walkway in the Development, in accordance with State Department of Transportation requirements, and would make other related revisions, within the Planned Unit Development, which is described as follows. The South 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 and also the South 1/2 of the North 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4, Section 20, T5N, R10W, Caledonia Township, Kent County, Michigan. The text of the proposed amending ordinance and the revised Development Plan are on file and may be examined at the offices of the Caledonia Village Clerk, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan. All interested persons may attend the public hearing and be heard with regard to the proposed amending ordinance. Dated: March 11, 1994 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE VI^G^^ALEDONI^^—— (107) Village Centre PUD. Section 2. This ordinance amends Ordinance No 9332 only as stated above All other provisions of Ordinance No 933Z remain in full force and effect as stated therein. Section 3. This ordinance shall become effective upon its publication of a summary of its provisions in a local newspaper of general circulation. Ayes AH Nays None ORDINANCE DECLARED ADOPTED Jacqueline Cherry Village Clerk STATE OF MICHIGAN) )SS COUNTY OF KENT ) I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and complete copy of an ordinance adopted by the Village Council of the Village of Caledonia at a regular meeting held on the date first stated above, and I further certify that public notice of such meeting was given as provided by law Jacqueime Cherry Village Cier* (100) �Page 14 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / March 15, 199* AREA SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS Caledonia Communit* Schools High Middle Meal Deal Menu Wednesday, March 16 Hot turkey sub sandwich, french fries. Vita Pup. milk. Thursday, March 17 Chinese Bar. egg roll. Vita Pup, milk. Friday, March IS Itza pizza, french fries. Vita Pup. milk, potato bar Monday. March 21 Grilled Chicken Patty w/bun. french fries. Vita Pup. milk. Tuesday, March 22 Homemade wet burrito, french fries. Vita Pup. milk. Phone 795-3345 for Sun & News Action Ads! Thornapple Kellogg School Lunch Menu Wednesday. March 16 El. Chicken soup with rice, crackers, bologna sandwich, veg. stix. frozen delight M.S./H.S. Chili, bread, veg­ gies. frozen delight Thursday. March 17 Tacos soft shell, cheese, lettuce, refried beans, jello/fnut Friday. March 18 Pizza or Fishwich (Page — Russo's), baked beans or corn, fresh fruit. Monday. March 21 Ravioli/cheese. green beans, whole wheat bread, pears H.S. no lunch Tuesday. March 22 Turkey sandwich, celery and carrots, tortilla pieces, orange smiles. M.S & H.S Roast Turkey, mashed potatoes, com bread NOTE: Whole or lowfat milk offered each day Ah. menu at El. Monday, hot dog; Tuesday, turkey sandwich. Wednesday, salad bar; Thurs­ day. hamburger; Friday, fishwich Variety of sandwiches and salads at High School and Middle Dykstra's Preferred Poured Walls, Inc. Caledonia Communitv High Middle Schools Lunch Menu Wednesday. March 16 Chili and grilled cheese sandwich, peas or french fries. fruit choice, milk Thursday. March 17 Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes, w gravy, fruit choice, roil. milk. Friday. March 18 Fish nuggets, green beans or french fries, fruit choice, breadstick, milk Monday. March 21 Burritos, com. or french fnes. fruit choice, milk. Tuesday. March 22 Pizza, french fnes. fruit choice, milk. Thomapple Kellogg Breakfast Menu Wednesday. March 16 Bagel cream cheese, orange juice, milk Thursday. March 17 Breakfast pizza, juice, milk. Friday. March 18 Oatmeal, raisins, muffin, milk Monday . March 21 Fruit crescent, orange juice, milk. Tuesday. 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South M-37, Hastings These ore just four of the Thornapple Kellogg seventh graders who came up with very creative science projects. They ore (from left) Maryann* Hoeksma with a board game, Joime Nausieda with a children’s foiry tale done in felt. Pom Furst with a skit/gome show, and Tim Whitney with a video. bv Margaret Fowler Give a bunch of seventh­ grade students an assignment (hat leaves room for the im­ agination and the results are different from each one. That is the experience of Thomapple Kellogg Middle School Science teacher Diane Hallberg when she asks her students to creatively share what they had learned about protozoans. The results included a com­ ic strip, science fiction short storie. dioramas, poems. TK Middle School bands get top honors ROB DYKSTRA. Owner 10696 Flnkbainef Rd ., Middleville Seventh-graders tell microcell story very ‘creatively’ 945-9526 by Margaret Fowler The Thornapple Kellogg Middle School seventh- and eighth-grade bands received top ratings at a recent district band festival. Both bands, directed by Tom Nash, attended the District 10 band contest in Saranac Saturday, March 5. Each of the bands earned straight Division I (or superior) ratings for their con­ cert performances and a 11 in sight reading for the overall ratings of one. The concert performances are rated by three judges and sight reading is rated by one ‘‘The seventh-grade band received the highest grades on the judges' sheets of any seventh-grade band at the middle school in many years,” said Nash. The eighth-grade band con­ tinued a long-time tradition by earning top ratings as well. According to Nash, this was Serving our Country Gabriel L. Bltzon Marine Pfc. Gabriel L. Bltzon. son of David L. Moesland of Caledonia, recently completed the Basic Assault Amphibian Vehicle C re man’s Course. During the course with Schools Battalion. Manne Corps Base Camp Pendleton. Calif., students prepare for assignment to assault amphabtan units where assault amphabian vehicles are used to transport troops and supplies from ship to beachhead for subsequent operations ashore Course studies also includes vehicle capabilities and operating characteristics, land and water dosing exercises and operator-level maintenance procedures He joined the Manne Corps in May 1993 the 18th first division rating for that age group in the past 23 years. Nash said that he ap­ preciates the support of the bands by family and friends, several whom attended Satur­ day’s contest. computer game program, nursery rhymes, card game, fairy tale, soap opera, children's illustrated book, puppet show, board game, limericks and skits, to name just a few “The students had the op­ portunity to creatively work tn a medium they enjoyed." ex­ plained Hallberg, “and com­ municate what they learned in a manner a bit different from the traditional teaching and learning practices " Hallberg said she was quite pleased with the high quality results that were presented in each classroom. Some of the students even went back to their sixth grade science teachers and did their presentations for the younger students. NOW TAKING APPLICATIONS ...for summer employment. Stop by on Friday or Saturday, between noon and 5 p.m. to pick up an application. Yankee Springs Golf Course 12300 Bowens Mill Road • Wayland 795-3356 or 795-9047 �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I March 15. 1994 I Page 15 D & W opens 25th store TK February Students of The Month announced D & W Food Centers, has After the nbbon cutting, an pencils. Numerous register to announced the opening of its open house will be held with win contests for trips, ap­ 25th store m west Michigan, free carnations, coffee and pliances and shopping sprees will be held and gift cer­ the Brenton Meadows store on cake, along with food sampl the northwest corner of mgs From 3 to 5 p.m . Den­ tificates will be offered The company's newest Breton and 44th Street m ny McClain, former Detroit flagship store, an expansive Tiger star pitcher and member Grand Rapids Two weeks of activities of the Tiger's 1968 world glass and steel structure have been planned, including championship team, will sign coveting 50.000 square feet reflects D & W's future a pre-Grand opening week autographs and baseballs design plan with its per­ A second highlight of the this week when customers are sonalized customer emphasis invited to pursue the store and week will be on Saturday. The store s wide range of become familiar with its many March 26. from 11 a m. to 3 specialty services include a pm., when Choo-Choo the helpful departments create-vour-own greeting card Clown will stroll the store Grand opening week. center.' an indoor-outdoor March 21-27. will be launch­ making balloon sculptures for cafe, a complete floral shop, a ed at 7 to 10 a m. Monday . At kids From 11 a m. to 1 p.m . full-size pharmacy and an 8:30 a m . a D & W hot air Herman Moore of the Detroit open view working bakery balloon will ascend from the Lions will sign autographs. In its 50th year of serving From 9 a m on March 21 store's parking lot and at 9 West Michigan customers. D am. a ribbon cutting and each day of grand opening week, the first 200 customers & W Food Centers. Inc., cur ceremony outside the store rentlv operates 25 stores, will feature Grand Rapids entering the store will receive three stand alone pharmacies, Mayor. John Logie; Kent­ free product coupons. For the a grocery warehouse. a cen­ wood Mayor. Bill Hardiman; kids, people in animated tral kitchen and a central D & W Chief Executive Of costumes will parade through floral and meat distribution ficer. Jeff Gietzen; and D & the store and associates will system. W Chief Operating Officer. hand out balloons, pens and Rob Woodnck. The following students were selected os Students of the Month for February at Thornapple Kellogg High School: (first row, from left) Down Huss, April Matzen, Steve Dood. Sarah Honea; (second row), Michelle Merlau, April Pitt, Teri Fitch: (third row) Amber Sons. Alison Lesert. Chad Brewer Emily Zuidersma; (fourth row) Jeff VonHousen. Jason Gearhart, Jeremy Hoff and Mike Cromer. MINING ORDINANCE, Ingersoll named Rotary Student of the Month Senior Carrita Ingersoll, daughter of Mr and Mrs. Wayne Ingersoll of Mid­ dleville. was selected as "Rotary Student of the Month" for February at Thor­ napple Kellogg High School. Ingersoll has excelled in many facets of student life — academics, sports, music, community involvement, and leadership opportunities. Some of her outstanding achievements include class president for four years. "Student ofthc Month" for three years. TKHS DAR nominee, tennis, volleyball, softball, student leader in church youth group, avid jazz band member, saxophone teacher, tennis camp instruc­ tor. community service volunteer, and vice president of the National Honor Society. Future plans include college Cerrito Ingersoll Kent Center names Bloem Student of the Month permanently or mission or the Township either temporarily, an operation that Board. does not comply The proposed amendment During the public hearing requires the two boards to consider "current conditions on the proposed amendments, pit operator Gordon Jousma. in the vicinity, the operational history under the previous speaking for other township sand miners, said that he be­ PMR permit and any com­ lieved future problems could plaints or comments about the be alleviated if the township PMR operation" in consider­ used an outside third party in­ ing a renewal Another recommended ad­ stead of the Township Super­ dition to the ordinance out­ visor as the enforcement lines enforcement procedures agent. He cited possible per­ for PMR regulations. In this sonality conflicts as the section, the township supervi­ reason for the request. Dunn said that this request, sor or a designated representa­ tive is named the agent of the which the operators have ex­ pressed before, had been con­ Township Board in adminis­ sidered. and that it could be a trating. supervising and en­ feasible one when staffing at forcing PMR permits. is the township office is no The supervisor authorized to demand longer a problem. He pointed compliance with the out that in the case of a poten­ regulations and to shut down tial personality clash, the su- pervisor could appoint another agent If this is not a tolerable pro­ cess. the ordinance would be amended again. Dunn said. Jousma also voiced concern at the cost of having a civil engineer prepare a certified PMR plan for the renewal application. After some discussion on this point, most commission members agreed that the amended ordinance. including the application requirements, would benefit the township, and agreed not to change the survey requirement. Commissioner Scott Veiling cast the single "no" vote in recommending the amended ordinance for township approval. and up March specials ■ David Bloem, a senior at Thornoppie Kellogg High School was selected as "Student of the Month" in plastics technology at the Kent Career Technical Center. FACTORY WORK • AVAILABLE • • ASSEMBLY • PLASTIC INJECTION • MACHINE OPERATORS Trim Press, Punch Press, Spot Weld, Etc. • STACKING/INSPECT PARTS Many new openings daily! Most are very long term with good potential for hire Overtime may be required Job sites near the Kent County Airport, by Ovtson and 36th St and in South Grand Rapids j in this ad for a $20.00 Bonus __ your first paycheck for 40 hours (or more) issued by April 15, 1994 sBONUS 20 SS Apply 8-11 am to 1430 pm WaeAoays w»th 2 Pieces otL& 907 36th St.. 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Caledonia High School students used their interim classes to see new places learn new skills, in­ vestigate careers and perhaps learn more about themselves CHS staff and the Sun and News provide a glimpse of just some of this year s interim activities. J7 This group visited Toronto lor interim toking in Phantom ol the OperP along with a tour of the city’s landmarks. Here, the students pose at Caso lomo. New York City's famous skyline provides the backdrop for this photo of CHS students on their way to visit Ellis Island. New to interim this year was the Ice Capades' class, where students could learn new skating skills under the guidance of an instructor at the East Kentwood High School arena. Ms. Weller and Phil Donahue mug the camera dur­ ing students' visit to the famous New York City talk show. TOWING & NOP * 4 RECOVERY (616) 795-2200 • F 24 Hour Emergency Dispatch Most major motor clubs accepted • Unlock • Jump Start • Motorcycle • Flatbed • 4 Wheel Drive • Emergency Tire Repair 507 Arlington (M-37) ) Middleville. Ml 49333 “We re Pulling For You” WF mm Todd Hoek gets into his set during a rehearsal of the rock band Stump' which performed as part of the Rock Show' interim class. Students visited museums in many parts of the country during interim. Here, students learn more about their own state in the Sond Dunes, Showshoes, Shipwrecks and Shanty Boys' class. Zomerlei Construction Co. Custom Homes • Remodeling Additions • Decks Carpenter - Contractor Licensed & Insured Middleville • Call Jack 795-7458 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I March 15, 1994 / Page 17 Problem tolving and strategic planning was the main requirement for success in the 'Gome Theory' class where students learned chess, backgammon. Axis and Allies and other strategy games. The interim trip to Mexico included seeing the ruins of ancient civilizations. Students pose in front of a Mayan temple at Chichen Itza, Mexico. PLANTER CLINIC TUESDAY, MARCH 22, 7:30 P.M. Jerrilynn Me Nees puts the finishing touches to her interim project. She worked on this striking portrait of a tiger during the painting class offered during interim. Did You Know? Life And Death Can Re A Number* Game? North American Precis Syndicate Features the 7000 and 7200 series planters, and tips on operation and maintenance to maximize •At any given time 9,000 Americans (more than half are children! are searching for a life saving bone marrow donor. •A Bone Marrow Trans­ plant is often the only hope of survival for peo­ ple stricken with life threatening diseases such as Leukemia and Aplastic Anemia or rare genetic disorders such as Hurler Syndrome. 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Hi H H itittttniini Phone r Shirt Size (check one) H »9II I1.f| ’1 Grade __________ Street Address __________________________ ________________________________________________________________ _ If you are in good health, between the ages of 18 and 55. The National Children’s Cancer Society, a non-profit organization providing financial assis­ tance ana services to chil­ dren needing bone mar­ row transplants, urges you to consider becoming a bone marrow donor. For a free brochure on becoming a donor call 1800-5-FAMILY Finding a lifesaving marrow donor ■shouldn’t be a long shot. Date TTYB IS FOR BASEBALL PLAYERS IN GRADES 1st & 2nd grades - Tee Ball 5tb & 6th grades - Players Pitch * 4th grades - Coach pitch 7th i> 8th grades - Inter-city Pony League REGISTRATION DEADLINE MARCH 28, MAIL TKYB P 0 Box 472 Middleville, MI 49333 1 through 8 BRING TO: 1994 SIGN-UP DAY PACE ELEMENTARY March 26 - 10:00 - 2:00 p.m. WE NEED YOUR HELP! Would Coaching Field Work Umpiring Other All players will NOTE: ____ ___________ will be available through R.A.Bass Photography and will again be 'provided* by TEYB. SPRING CLEANING AT TTYB DIAMONDS TALE TO YOUR FRIENDS AND NEIGHBORS! MACE SURE THEY KNOW THAT TEYB SIGN-UP TIME IS HERE! �Page 18 I The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml /"March 45, 1954 Funny whodonnit planned at TK High School this weekend A talented chorus gives extra entertainment in the musical spoof. (Not in order) They include Sarah Beute, Jennie Wieringc. Mandy Fliearman, Josh Steorts, Josh Wert, Jenny Matison, Julie Shear, Gina Yoder. Brian Bowman. Darin Jousma, and Ben Knauss. Mystery writers turned detectives ore (from left) Megan Oliver os Louro Carlyle. Mike Leedy os Rick Carlyle, Jeremiah Wert as Chandler Marlowe, David Timm as Father White, Jake Blough os Peter Flimsey, Scott Evons as Louie Fan, and Koti Zoener as Charity Haze. Simmons takes 5th for Scots at State meet Danny Simmons started his day with a confident 5-0 victory over Chris Packey of Detroit Country Day and ended with a fifth-place fin­ ish with a forfeit over Steve Cutler of Crosswell-I^xington in the State Wrestling Competition at the Kellogg Arena in Battle Creek Friday and Saturday. Simmons finished the state meet with a 3-2 record and, according to coach Jim Maxim, was doing very well mentally, until the loss to weight-class champion Ryan Balcom of Dexter. "The loss set him back a little," Maxim said, "but the Dexter boys' coach said Simmons scored more points against Balcom than any ixher wrestler in the meet." Maxim said Simmons had more than 50 people from Scots-land accompany him on his weekend in Battle Creek. "Phil and Herma Soper helped plan a great weekend for Danny. They helped get the 50-plus people here to cheer him on," the coach said. "Other people who Fighting Scot w roster Danny Simmons shut out Chris Packey of Detroit Country Day 5-0 In the first round of the state wrestling finals in the 189-pound weight ciass helped were Ed and Pam Haywood, Rich and Irene Dykehouse, larry and Henny Stauffer, Gary and Barb Simmons and Andy and Dana McFarlin. "They did a lot to make sure Danny had a good weekend," Maxim said. Maxim also said the varsity wrestling team wouldn't have had such a good year without the help of volunteers and assistant coaches who helped keep things running smoothly with A PRINTER THAT IS... gf Affordable ST Timely Sf Versatile ... IS JUST A CALL AWAY! 24 HOURS 7 DAYS-A WEEK (616) 945-9554 HASTINGS • MICHIGAN • USA • • • • • • 1 • I Layout & Design Photography Sheetfed Printing Web Printing Bindery & Mailing Delivery Fax (616) 945-5192_________ organization and assistance. "Ron Pyper, Scott Gnass, Tim Grinage, Brian VandenBerg and Chris Kennie all helped a lot this season," Maxim said "and my wife, Karen gave a lot of support to the team and me." At 50, The Thornapple Kellogg High School musical "The Butler Did It, Singing." will be presented at 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, March 18-19. Some of the cost in­ clude Jenn Steorts (sealed) as Miss Maple, a well know society hostess; Melanie Johnston as Haver­ sham, a young housemaid; and Jeremiah Wert as Chandler Marlow, a mystery writer. Smokey's Hasn't Wish Changed. List �The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml I March 15. 1994 I Page 19 Thornapple ■ Kellogg youth baseball season begins The baseball season has come upon us like a Cecil Fielder line drive. Gel your glove and catch us to get sign­ ed in for the '94 season before your chance passes by Thor nappie Kellogg Youth Baseball (TKYB) is looking forward to another fun filled, action packed seaw>n TKYB will again be selling Phil's subs as our annual fund raiser There will be hats, shirts, team pictures and a trip to a big league game — we are currently looking into seeing a West Michigan White Caps game There are many ways to get involved with TKYB and most require a “minimal" time commitment Help ts especial­ ly needed in the areas of um­ piring and field maintenance There will also be available at Middleville middle and elementary schools and at Page Elementary on Saturday. March 26. registration forms, between 10 a.m. and 2 p m - TKYB Sign-Up Day Unfortunately, many of your friends and neighbors don't read the Sun and News as well as you. so please re­ mind a friend that little league sign-ups are at hand For more information call 795-3075 The first Fire Department with paid firemen was established in New York City in 1865. Kiley Webster 4th at 112-pounds at state Middleville's Kiley Web­ ster registered a fourth place finish at the Sate Wrestling tournament at the Kellogg Arena in Battle Creek, Satur­ day. Webster was defeated in his final match by Steve Fry of Ogemaw Heights by a close 2-1 score for the di­ ets on. The senior, who took a 401 record into the state match, started with a 7-3 decision over Tad Hill of Grosse De. He lost his second match to Aaron Dodd of Jackson County Western in a 6-1 decision and came back to defeat Dan Spicer of Ixiwell 4-0 to make it into the consolation finals Fry. who came into the state meet undefeated at 540, was pinned in the second round by Corey Kalo of Lin­ den. who was 38-1 in I:39 in the big upset of the day. Dodd had a record of 29-4 Middleville's KMey Webster wrestled a 7-3 decision away from Grosse lie s Tad Hill in the first round of the state wrestling finals and finished second in the state finals. Webster is coached by Tom Izhman. Caledonia jayvee eagers lose final game in overtime 68-64 The Caledonia jayvee basketball learn lost to Hud sonvilic in the final game of the year 6X64 The Scots started slowly against the taller Eagles, but a threepointer by Steve Schmidt at the half way point of the first quarter ignited the Scots and started a comback from an early deficit i The Eagles started the scor ing in the second quarter with two unanswered baskets, rais­ ing its lead to 25-18 A turnover by the Eagles allowed the Scots to close to 25-15 on a rebound and pul back by Jeff Born. The team traded scores through the second period and the Scots tried to tie the score but couldn't get its last shot off in time and the half '•nded with Hudsonville leading 33-30 Hudsonville enjoyed a sixpoint advantage at the end of the third quarter, leading 46 40 In the fourth quarter. Mike Simmon's shot block at the sun of the fourth quarter in­ spired Caledonia’s effort. John Grinstead’s three-pointer closed the gap to three points (46-43). A basket and a freethrow increased Hudson ville’s margin to 49-43. with 5:30 left on the clock. Shawn McCormick, fouled on a driving lay-up. made the shot and the ensuing freethrow. closing the gap to three points (49-46) Hudson­ ville then scored six points to Caledonia's two over the next two minutes, increasing its lead to 55-48. Ryan Stephens threepointer with 2:35 left closed the gap to 55-41. Bom's jumper with two minutes left made the score 55-53. With 1:35 left. Todd Stnplin. who came in following Stephen’s fifth foul, hit a three pointer to tie the game at 56. Following a Caledonia time-out the Scots missed a shot attempt and fouled. Hud- sonvilic converted two free throws, giving them a 58-56 advantage, with 30 seconds to go. McCormick was then fouled with 18 seconds lett and he responded by conver­ ting both freethrows to tie the game at 58 at the end of regulation. In the 3-minute overtime, the tip went to Hudsonville, who missed a scoring oppor tunity. At the 2:28 mark. Hudsonville converted two freethrows. but Caledoma'a Steve Schmidt responded with a three-pointer with 2:10 left in overtime, giving Caledonia a 61-60 advantage This was the first lead enjoyed by Caledonia since it started the game ahead 2-0. Hudsonville converted two freethrows. go­ ing up 62-61 with 1.50 left The action was fast and furious, but with little scoring until, with 45 seconds left. Hudsonville took a three-point lead The Caledonia turnover with 30 seconds left required Caledonia to foul to keep its hopes alive. After the missed freethrow by Hudsonville. Caledonia's Schmidt was fouled with 13 seconds left. Schmidt made the first freethrow. closing the gap to 2. hut Hudsonville was then able to make both of its freethrows on Caledonia's next foul. (Courtesy of Fred Bone her) Caledonio guard Brian Rea (12) drives through some Byron Center traffic during the Scots district tournament contest with the Bulldogs Wednesday night. Caledonia won a 56-55 overtime victory to advance to Saturday s championship game against Wyoming Park. Thornapple Roofing & Siding Vinyl Siding Replacement Windows Free Estimates Licensed Builder 795-2039 The highest city m the US ts Leadville Colorado ft's nearly two miles above sea level m rhe Rocky Mountains Scots bow out of districts Caledonia s Brian FoAcersma fakes out three Wyoming Park defenders and was able to send up a shot from just outside tie key for two of his nine points in tw 7051 loss Io the Vikings in tie the district finals Saturday Pat St egem an and David Uyf were the leading scorers for the Scots with 14 points each �Page 20 I The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / March 15. 1994 PLACE YOUR ADVERTISING MESSAGE HERE • 79S-3345 Rates: 5 words for $2.75 then K> per word. If you pay in advance, you save 50* billing charge. Deadline is Friday at 4:00 p.m. Business Services BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment CANDYLAND HAS MOVED TO 14300 BEDFORD RD., (3 MILES PAST GRIZZLY BAR) OR CALL 721-89KX. NEW HOURS 10AM-6PM TUESDAY THROUGH FRIDAY. SATURDAY, 10AM-3PM. CLOSED SUNDAY AND MONDAY. GYMNASTICS IN MOTION offering pre-school through advanced classes, all ages. Also boys and girls USGF compcU lion teams. For information call Calhy 795-7620.____________ HOMEOWNERS* CASH FAST! *Home and income property*Dcbt consolidation•Tumcd down? problem credit? We can he Ip’•Fast, easy - Call 24 hours. AAA Mortgage & Finance Corp. 1-#00-968-2221 Free consultation.___________ INCOME TAX PREPARA* TION in my home. Call 795-3930 for more information. KITCHEN CABINETS Many styles to choose from, free plan­ ning and delivery. Available at Durkee Lumber, - Alto, 868-6026. POLEBARNS, DESIGNED TO YOUR specifications, free planning and delivery. Do it yourself or builders available. Durkee Lumber, Alto, 868-6026. STEP AEROBIC CLASSES for men & women, 16 years & older. $35.00 for 10 classes or $4.00 per class. Page Elemen­ tary. Monday, Wednesday & Thursday. 6:3O-7:45p.m. ACE Certified Instructor. For more information call 795-3930. TRIPLE CHECK TAX AND ACCOUNTING SERVICE. W1 <>i 11 R x < OMHJ lB ACCOUNTING IND IW SERVICE. FOR APPOINT­ MENT CALL 891-1886. 9958 CHERRY VALLEY, (M37) CALEDONIA. LOCATED IN CALEDONIA PLAZA. Community Notices CRAFT BIZARRE- SATUR­ DAY APRIL 30TH at Middle ville VFW, 9 to 3, still have a few tables available. Call 795-7235. CHICK DAYS Order now through March 28th for delivery in April. H & H Feed & Supply, 945-3277. ITALIAN Sun. Thurs. 3:30 to 10:30 p.m. Frt. & SOt. 3:30 to 12:30 O.m. HUNTER APARTMENTS, MIDDLEVILLE One bedroom start $280. Two bedroom start $305. Must have good credit and rental history. Equal Housing Opportunity. 948-2572. MAPLE SYRUP lowest prices per a guaranteed high quality syrups. Volume discounts, whole sale prices for area businesses. From HILLTOP MAPLES. Free samples at the farm 852-1935._____________ Help Wanted fl HELP WANTED looking for a responsible, female or male interested in working with cattle on modem dairy farm, experi­ ence not ncssesary but helpful. 367-4989 or 367-4451. HOMEMAKER WOULD like work cleaning houses. Call Becky at 891-0356. HOUSECLE ANING IN YOUR HOME 15mi. radius. Call Brenda anytime, 868-7072. Mobile Homes 1978 14x65 2 BEDROOM, 1 bath. Ready to live in. Excellent condition. Holt schools, terms available. Call (517)646-6300, 1987 14X60 2 BEDROOM, 1 BATH. Ready to move into. Includes stove refrigerator, central air, shed, deck. Comer lot. TERMS AVAILABLE. Call (517) 646-6300. Miscellaneous FISH FOR STOCKING: Giant Hybrid Bluegills, Rainbow Trout, Walleye, Largcmouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Chan­ nel Catfish, Perch, and Fathead Minnows. LAGGIS’ FISH FARM, INC., 08988 35th St., Gobles, Mi. 49055. Phone: (616) 628-2056 Days (616) 624-6215 Evenings. Real Estate WANTED: HOME ON COUNTRY SETTING, under $67,000 Middleville/Hastings area 945-5337._____________ $ WE PAY TOP DOLLARS FOR LAND CONTRACTS $, fast cash, no closing costs. Prundential Funding Group 1-800-860-6248. Quick and Easy Gravies Even if you don’t have a family recipe that’s been handed down for generations, you can still make great­ tasting gravy. This easy-basic recipe takes almost no time to make and has palate-pleasing variations to enhance holiday dining. To cut down on calories, be sure to pour off all the fat in the roasting pan except for what the recipe calls for BASIC GRAVY 2 2 2 14 tablespoons pan drippings cups broth or bouillon tablespoons Argo com starch cup cold water Salt and pepper to taste 1. Return drippings to roasting pan. 2. Stir in broth. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring to loosen browned bits. Remove from heat. 3. Mix com starch and water until smooth. Stir into pan. Add salt and pepper. Stirring constantly, bring to boil over medium heat and boil 1 minute. Makes about 2 cups. FOR BEEF. IAMB OR GAME Mushroom Gravy 1. Return drippings to pan. Add 1 cup sliced mushrooms and 1 “2 cup chopped onion; saute until tender. 2. Stir in beef broth. Continue as above. Peppercorn Gravy 1. Return drippings to pan. Add 1/2 cup sliced green onions; saute 1 minute. 2. Stir in beef broth, 2 tablespoon* Worcestershire sauce and 1 to 2 teaspoons cracked black pepper. Continue as above, substituting dry red or white wine for water in Step 3. FOR POULTRY OR PORK Herb Gravy 1. Return drippings to pan. 2. Stir in chicken broth, 1 tablespoon chopped parsley and 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary’, sage, tarragon or thyme. Continue as above. Recreation Wanted MOTORCYCLE SWAP MEET, Sunday March 20th, llam-5pm, Wings Stadium, Kalamazoo. For further infor­ mation call: (616) 668-2175. BUYING: OLDER PRINTED MATTER (PRE-1960’S). Magazines, newspapers, sheet music, sports programs, ccral boxes, etc. Will pick up. Richard Harris 715 Luce Fremont 49412 (616) 924 6788. Faro's Italian Pizza ^Caledonia’s Finest. MIDDLE VILLA INN Good Only Sunday thru Thursday (NOT VALID Friday and Saturday) Easter Sunday Buffet Specials not valid with any other offers or Free Delivery -coupon------ i c NOT VAUD WITH ANY OTHER SPECIAL J -—coupon— FARO'S ITALIAN PIZZA uidolEvillE •-■■I 2 liters of Pepsi with any pkt up pan order. 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For Sale Automotive Call for Classifieds ... ff P* ©am* --------- 1 Pkts shoe rento?- PICK-UP ONLY Ready in 15 Minutes OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK r ove cvsrotifia ur teotn fuon miA Please call for reservations... 795-3640 or 891-1287 Open 7 Days a Week on M 37 North of Middleville 9790 CHERRY VALLEY, M-37 - CALEDONIA � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/704/SunandNews_1994-03-22.pdf 194d2e28e08006ddae2707c345726656 PDF Text Text Council incumbents returned to office School officials wait for ‘dust to settle1 Proposal A passes, but school funding issues still remain by Barbara Gall Staff Writer The passage of Proposal "A" Iasi week did noi entirely clear the murky crystal ball on the question of funding Michigan's public schools While educators now ktuiw some of the answers to their budget questions, they still must wait "for the dust to settle’' before they know for sure whether the new state legislation will adequately fund the schools "It s an improvement in the funding of public education, said Caledonia Schools Business Manager Judi Dean of the new legislation. "But it’s by no means an end to school funding issues" Voters who think that they no longer will be asked to support millage campaigns for the schools will be surprised in June, when many districts will have to put millage questions on the school election ballot, Dean said. The stability and the opportunity for growth is not what it was under the prior system. But it’s still an improvement overall. ,5 — Judi Dean "As of today, all we have to fund our schools is the two-cent sales tax increase that is dedicated to schools, six mills of property taxes and a variety of smaller taxes," said Dean "Only the six mills levied on homesteads are constitutionally guaranteed to schools." she explained. "The assumption in designing Proposal A was that the district would gam its revenue from 24 mills: six mills from homestead taxes and 18 mills from nonhornestead taxes," she said. "However, voters must approve the 18-mill, non­ homestead levy for their school district." Proposal "A." which was overwhelmingly approved in Tuesday s special election, replaces a school funding system based primarily on property taxes. The Michigan State Legislature gave voters a choice between Proposal A and a statutory or "back-up" plan which would have gone into effect had A" not passed Both proposals addressed the problem erf inequity in the previous system, where some districts could spend as much as $10,000 per pupil while others could afford to spend less than half that much. See Proposal A, Page 12 Caledonia Parents Advisory group offers costcutting ideas by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Caledonia School district staff and parents are not con­ tent just to "let the chips fall where they may." Facing a substantial loss of "chips" under the new state school funding legisla­ tion voted on last week, the Caledonia Village government survives merger challenge previously revenue-rich Caledonia Schools turned to parents and staff to ask where the inevitable budget cuts should come Recommendations pre­ sented to the school board Tuesday evening covered a spectrum ranging from re­ structuring middle school Pom Lucas presents to the Caledonia School Board suggestions for cost cutting measures recommended by the transportation subcommittee of the Parents Advisory Council. athletics to limiting field trips and not replacing retir­ ing teachers. Asking principals to live with yet another cut in their budgets for materials and supplies, instituting more energy conservation mea­ sures. charging a "pay-toplay" fee for athletics, reduc­ ing overtime pay for custo­ dians and even asking em­ ployees io work a day with­ out pay were ocher sugges­ tions presented. About 60 people, includ­ ing parents, teachers, admin­ istrators and members of the school support staff joined the Caledonia Parent Advi sory Council Finance Committee to search for ways the distnct could save money with the least impact on existing programs The study was initiated af­ ter school officials reported that the state school funding reforms would create about a $1 million loss erf revenue next year for the Caledonia Authorized by the school board in January to study all facets of the district s finan­ cial structure, the committee was asked to submit its recSae Parent Count i Page 2 Caledonia Village residents cast their ballots in last week's historic election on whether or not to retain their village government. Residents turned down a pro­ posal to merge with the township by a 211-126 vote. by Barbera Gall Staff Writer It wasn't even close. By a 211-126 margin, Caledonia Village residents voted last week to retain their local government and remain a separate municipal entity from Caledonia Township. The proposal to dissolve, or vacate, the village gov­ ernment appeared on the March 14 village ballot, which also included the elec­ tion of village council offi­ cers. The dissolution issue drew one of the highest election turnouts in village history, with 344 of 557 registered voters participating. Fifty­ seven absentee ballots also were returned. The vote caps what be­ came first a spirited and then an almost divisive debate be­ tween two factions in the century-old village. On one side, the Consolidate Cale­ donia Committee, led by township resident Fred Fleischmann and village res­ ident Corey Meiras, pushed for dissolution, claiming that maintaining both a vil­ lage and a township gov­ ernment had become ineffi­ cient and cost village resi­ dents extra taxes dollars they would not need to pay if the ullage were vacated. The Save Our Village group, led by village council members and other commu­ nity residents, responded that merger with the township would result in the loss of local control over such areas as planning and zoning. This group claimed that vil- ** But with nearly a third of those who came to the polls voting for the merger, I would think the Village Council may wish to address the concerns of those who don’t believe that. ” lage taxes provide valuable services to the residents. If the village government were dissolved. SOV said, many of these services would be diminished or no longer be offered al all unless residents paid for them through spe­ cial assessments. Whatever their reasons, residents clearly decided to hang on to their separate vil­ lage identity. "I really thought we'd do better." said Fleischmann, but he was philosophical about the balkx results "The village residents voted overwhelmingly to continue the village, so they must feel they arc gening value for their tax dollars," he said. "But with nearly a third of those who came to the polls voting for the merger, I would think the Village Council may wish to address the concerns of those who don't believe that." Fleischmann said he rec­ ommended that the council appoint a citizens’ advisory committee to look into ways the council could work co­ operatively with the town­ ship and with the village res­ idents in general Sae Merger, Page 2 In This Issue.... • Middleville, Freeport village elections lively • Area teen finishes 4th in showmanship at Kennel Show • Caledonia Twp. to consider public water for high density area • Caledonia Twp. tables decision on district library vote �Page 2 I The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / March 22. 1994 PARENT COUNCIL, ommendations at the board’s March 15 meeting. PAC Finance Committee Chairwoman Pamela Olczak told the board Tuesday evening that It had been an intense study, given the short amount of time the committee members had to meet, study and agree on the recommendation k "Many feel the need for ongoing effort," she added She explained that the committee broke up into seven subcommittees, each of which studied one area. Their goal was io come up with areas to help offset the deficit the school will be facing due to the new school finance changes." Olczak said in her written introduc­ tion to the PAC report. "The underlying concern of the committee was: how will these recommendations affect our children/student? II A Mr HI they affect the in­ tegrity of existing programs and the existing level of teacher and support staff in the Caledonia School sys­ tem9 "To lose a lot of (staff) people would be to lose in­ novativeness and progres­ siveness in our school sys­ tem." Olczak said The group divided into seven study areas: staff salaries and benefits, revenue enhancements, athletics, maintenance, building budgets/new middle school, en­ richment programs and transportation The recommendations sometimes overlapped, since the subcommittees did not have time to meet together before the board presenta­ tion, Olczak said. For instance, several sub­ committees recommended es­ tablishing an incentive for l< MERGER, continued from front page texfians. • Reduce the replacement equipment budget • Reduce the laundry con­ tract service. The (subcommittee’s) goal was to come up with areas to help offset the deficit the school will be facing due to the new school finance changes. h Revenue — Pam Olczak employees to suggest cost­ saving measures. Several also recommended eliminat­ ing overtime custodial work for non-educational uses of the schools. A fee to cover custodial costs should be es­ tablished for outside groups who wish to use the schools. Not paying for cus­ todial overtime could save the district $20,000 If each existing building would donate one-half day of custodial service to the new middle school, the district could save an estimated $46,000, said the Building Budgets Committee. It also suggested making up for less custodial service by involving middle school students in "age-appropriate" janitorial services. But there is no free lunch. Residents who want to save money in this area would have to be content if the buildings didn't look quite as polished and clean as they presently do, said the com­ mittee. The subcommittees rec­ ommended other fees, includ­ ing charging each student to cover field trip transporta­ tion. summer school bus service and both summer school and after-school en­ richment programs. A pay-to-play fee was "re­ luctantly" recommended for non-intramural athletic travel teams with the suggestion that the district allow ath­ letes to work as ticket tak­ ers to help pay the fee. The pay-to-play could bang m an estimated $35,000. Another suggestion in­ volved asking parents to pay for the special bus run needed to transport half-day, every-day kindergarten chil­ dren either to or from school, saving the district budget $37,000. Not replacing the three teachers who retired this year would save the district $116.000 in wages and bene­ fits. although adequately staffing classrooms must remain a priority. Other recommendations from the subcommittees in­ clude: Staff Salaries Benefits: and • Review, redefine and ad­ just accordingly the athletic director position. • I*rovide detailed job de­ scriptions for all staff and regularly update them • Restructure the physical education department to pro­ vide for an elementary and a secondary coordinator who would oversee teaching para­ profess lonals • Information, but no rec­ ommendation was given on options for salary cuts and freezes that could save the district money. Eahance- • Investigate the creation of an education foundation for the district. • Use some of the district s contingency fund. Building Budgets and Middle School • Reduce copying costs. • Explore creation of common planning time to reduce need for substitute teachers. • Decrease field trip costs by 10 percent. Athletics: • Replace present middle school athletic program with an intramural program in which all students could play, with only one travel team in each sport. • Reduce Caledonia’s 12step coaching pay scale to a five-step scale that would put the district's coaching salaries in line with the rest of the county. Caledonia presently has the highest coaching pay scale in the county, including larger schools. Transportation: • Limit teachers to two school-funded field trips per year. • Replace school buses af­ ter they have been driven 100,000-mi les (eight to ten years). • Investigate future possi­ bilities for contracting bus services. Copies of the entire report are available at the Caledonia Community Schools office and at individual school of­ fices. He said the Consolidate Caledonia Committee has no plans to start another disso­ lution campaign "This whole thing was about taxes and about get­ ting the same or nearly the same services for less money. I think there are ways to do that, and I think our committee demonstrated that. "At least the village peo­ ple know a lot more about their government than they did before, and I hope they attend meetings, take part and work with their offi­ cials." Village officials who Fleischmann hopes will mend any rifts in the com­ munity are nearly all Repub­ lican incumbents who ran unopposed for re-election. They included Council Pres­ ident Glen Klaver (250 votes). Clerk Jackie Cherry (251), Assessor Sandra Klaver (244) and Trustee Su­ san Berencsi (245). Former Council Trustee Steve Antecki ran unopposed for treasurer on the Republi­ can ticket and garnered 244 votes. Two trustee scats besides Berencsi's also were open. Republican Charles Audy clearly captured one of them with 219 votes. Who will occupy the third trustee's office, however, remains an interesting ques­ tion. Incumbent Paula Moerland, who had been ap­ pointed to the office to fill a mid-term resignation, had filed for the election, but poor health and work de­ mands forced her to an­ nounce her withdrawal. Her announcement came too late, however, to remove from front page her name from either the primary or the general elec­ tion ballots. Despite her public statement that she would resign from office if she were re-elected. 145 resi­ dents last week gave her their vote and a narrow vic­ tory over Democratic new­ comer Arlene Oaks, who re­ ceived 142 votes. If Moerland steps down, the council then must ap­ point a resident to fill that seat. A number of write-in votes marked the election, with Willard Robertson re­ ceiving 48 votes for trustee and Joe Hammer, presently a member of the Village Plan­ ning Commission, receiving 47. David Quillan. who was defeated bv Antecki in the primary race fie treasurer, re­ ceived 28 votes for the trustee seat. The new council was sworn in last evening. "Fm glad (the election) is all over." said Klaver. "It's time to move on with our projects and services in the village. Now I can gel back to the job of running the village instead of spend­ ing my time on the other campaign ' The Village Council members will not have much time to reflect on the election. Bids on the new sewer ex­ pansion were due to be opened before the weekend. McDonald s is going up on the highway, a new commercial/residential develop­ ment (Mi the north end of the village will be breaking ground soon and decisions on a future public water sys­ tem will be on future coun­ cil agendas. Maintenance: • Eliminate substitute cus- QUALITY PEOPLE MAKE A QUALITY COMPANY People like Kay Stolsonburg of our Middleville office, who in 8 years has established herself as one of the most effective and know­ ledgeable realtors in Barry County. Kay, a former teacher with a Bachelor of Science degree from Grand Valley State, holds an Associate Brokers license and specializes in residential and investment properties. She is our resident expert in finance and sums up her approach to real estate like this: “Each client has their special needs and dreams, and I enjoy the part I play in meeting those needs and in helping those dreams come true.” Kay and her husband Larry, a manager with Michigan Bell Telephone, have lived at Payne Lake for the past 26 years and have four children. She has sold many, many homes so if you want the best, be sure and call Kay. Call Kay Stolsonburg, Office 795-3305 or Home 795-7272 Middleville Office: 497 Arlington (M-37) Gi MILLER REAL ESTATE w OFFICES IN HASTINGS & MIDDLEVILLE Thornapple Kellogg all-school reunion to be held in Hastings June 25 There will be a Thornapple Kellogg all-school reunion at the Hastings Country Club on Saturday. June 25. The golf course will be available for a fee of $20 per person (carts included) Socializing will be during the aftern<M>n Dinner will be at 7:30 p.m. Price will be $16 per person. The deadline is May 15. For more information, call John J Loftus, 4104 Johnson Road. Middleville. Ml 49333; phone (616) 795 949# . Quality Programs............ Quality People Miller REAL ESTATE 1. MIOOLEVM.LE SCHOOLS. This Iorge turn of the century home it just wotting lor the right family to restore it to the traditional elegance of its time A lot of work it already done Features a wrap-around porch, large rooms tall ceihngt period molding*, fancy trim and a huge garage. For more details coil Darryl Knorp Office 945 5182 or home 945 5321 $59 900 2. NfW USTMG IN WDOL£V1±£. 5 year old 3 bedroom ranch with a walkout basement on approximately 5 acres Thu quality built home has stained gloss humming birds built into oak kitchen cabmen Cathedral ceiling in living room Sun porch off the bock Adjoms State Land Coll Koren Brown office 795 3305 or pager 230 0266 S102 900 1 CPLEX ANO WOODS: ’h.s 33 acre parcel has it all Duck Creek about 10 acres of woods some form land ideal for building site and very private For more information call Gene Foil Office 795 3305 or home 795 952’ $78 000 — MIDDLEVILLE BUILDING SITES — 4 BETWttN HASTINGS ANO tBOOLIVUJ. Th* 6 acre parcel » located on a blacktop road Moy divide mio 2 parcels Colt Gene Poll oH.ce 795 3305 or home 795 9521 $21,500 5. MOOLEWLL large executive building site for Victorian or ranch style home with sewer and water available Conveniently located near all schools Coll Kay Stolsonburg office 795-3305 or home 795-7272 $23 900 Office: 497 Arlington, M-37 Phone (616) 795-3305 xt-zer: �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / March 22. 1994 / Page 3 Middleville, Freeport village elections lively Elections last week in the villages of Freeport and Mid­ dleville were lively affairs, as a number of write-ins spiced up the vote tn the former and two victorious Democrats highlighted the latter. Freeport bad a large number of write-in votes cast for president, clerk and Superintendent’s Corner by... Steve Garrett Superintendent of Thornapple Kellogg A whole language approach Within recent years, an approach to reading and writing in­ struction has evolved that has caused much interest among educators. And has to some extent also caused some controver­ sy. This approach known as ‘ whole language " is based on the premise that young children best learn to read and write in the same general way as they learn to speak — from whole to part That is, they learn language as a whole process using many reading, writing, and oral language skills and then, gradually, they refine the different skills that make up the lanuage pro­ cess The focus is primarily on language meaning, rather than on specific skills Proponents of the whole language approach stress that is not a single instructional strategy or group of strategies, but a com­ prehensive theory of language learning and instruction Although skills based reading programs which emphasize for mal word analysis through "basal" readers have been the predominant method of reading instruction throughout the country the interest and support of the whole language ap preach is growing Thomapplc Kellogg School is moving toward the whole language approach to reading instruction Much thought and planning are required in implementing a whole language program in a school and school district. Whole language programs vary from district to district, from school to school, and even from teacher to teacher. Whole language is in effect a belief system. Whole language is based on a belief in the interrelation of the language processes of reading, writing, speaking and listening. Meaning is paramount to language development. It is the belief ythat one must keep the written and the spoken word together in order to keep language authentic or whole. Teaching of reading skills is still an important part of reading instruction, they are now taught as they are needed and not in isolation. Children are the focus in whole language classrooms. Students are urged to actively participate in the learning pro­ cess by focusing their reading and writing on subjects that in­ terest them As part of the idea of creating learing climates in which children can take risks without fear of failure teachers guide students to learn language by exposure to various forms of language around them They need to be surrounded by literacy to speak. To do this the teacher uses a wide variety of intsructional materials and interesting and appropriate children's books and do not limit reading to highly controlled and sequenced texts of basal readers We believe that children have already learned a great deal before they begin school They have a variety of backgrounds and the interests that children bring into the classroom are a valuable part of whole language learning. These experiences are used to make the learning more relevant to each child We tend to learn easily what is relevant and meaningful and we forget easily the bits and pieces of knowledge that never come together Learning is a natural process Emphasis is placed on a number of strategies, such as collaborative learning and shar­ ing Other children are viewed as mentors, not competitors, and student learning is promoted through creativity and interest A major concern that has been expressed by parents in our district is that by using a whole language approach children are not taught phonics As you visit our McFall Building you quickly see that this is not true Phonics is taught, but taught as students encounter the need, rather than using the phonics as the basis of the learning Another major concern is encountered in the evaluation pro­ cess that uses standardized tests that test the concepts presented in skills-based instruction These tests are designed to measure the traditional reading curriculum as developed in commercial basal reading programs rather than that taught through the whole language classroom approach Not only does whole language instruction require a new approach to leaching it also requires a new approach to the evaluation process Assessment of student learning in whole language classrooms focuses on a child’s growth and development m language through the use of informal assessment measures rather than formal testing on specific skills Some of those methods are observation. records, writing samples, aid portfolios. There have always been whole language learners, we are learning to become whole language teachers. Edward Schellinger William S. Miller Gary Dutcher Connie Geiger-Allred trustee. Freeport A total of 129 voters turned out, for a high percentage of 37 for this type of election. Republican candidates were the winners, despite active write-in campaigns Arthur Bennett was elected president with 72 votes to write-in candidate Rich Kun­ de's 52. Kunde also lost the race in the Feb. 21 primary. Bennett replaces Lyle Blough, who chose not to see re-election. Joni Morey was elected clerk with 69 votes, while Kathy Conger had 45. Trea­ surer Dorothy Kelley had 98 votes and Gordon Yoder had 97. The three trustees who were elected were Gary Dutcher with 65 votes, Tim Nicholson with 65 and Connie GeigerAllred with 46. Write-ins Rachel Smelker and Jim Y ar ger each had 43 votes. Doug Conger had 42 and write-in Mary Eaton had 37. James Oliver Tim Nicholson Oliver with 65 votes, Gerald Stagray 51 and James French 64. William S. Miller missed the cutoff, with 44 votes. Also running unopposed, both Republicans, were Clerk Cheryl Hooper. 63 votes, and Treasurer John Mugridge, 67 votes. A total of 80 voters showed up at the polls. Middleville Village President Ixhi My­ ers collected 65 votes, despite neing a Democrat in Repunblican territory. Another Democrat, Edward Schellin­ ger, polled 49 votes to win a four-year seat on the Village Council. Others elected to the coun­ cil were Republicans James Teen Bible conference set On March 24-26, Grand Rapids Baptist College will be host for the Michigan State Teen Bible Conference The college is anticipating around 1.000 teenagers and leaders from all over the state. Students will be challenged in four sessions by Pastor Robert Anderson from Indianapolis. On campus housing is available For more informa­ tion. call Lee Taylor at First Baptist Church m Middleville at (616) 795-9726 or Donna Messenger at the college at (616) 285-9423 Fallin Love with Our Tax Benefits! When you start an Individual Retirement Account with us, you get a secure investment that's right on target with the highest interest rates available. Just open your account before this years tax deadline and you may be able to deduct all or part of your deposit against your 1993 taxes. And your interest is tax-deferred until it's withdrawn upon retirement. So line up a secure future for yourself with one of our IRA options. Call us today! 627 E .MAIN ST CALEDONIA 3205 68th ST SE DUTTON 303 ARLINGTON MIDDLEVILLE 891-8113 698-6337 795-3361 ALEDONIA All 3 Locations Open AB Day Mon. da', thru Friday and ni Noon on Saturday, �Page 4 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I March 22. 1994 Neighbors With. NORMA VELDERMAN Marian Martin spent two weeks with son fSoug and family in Mississippi While there, she entered a golf tour­ nament on Saturday and Sun­ day. It was in the 70s and 80s. Russ Bender said that daughter. Mary Alice and one of her teachers came down for a reading conference Sunday and Monday They stopped m to visit with Russ and to see Alice Walt and Lois Bender. Russ, a sister Florence and Sue Dickerson went over to Holland to help brother Mike celebrate his 88th birthday Becky Steensma said that they now have three lambs, all bounding around Becky said that she would love to play with them, but the ewe that had twins would have no part of that Becky expects more soon. Char Finkbeiner had her fails over for an early birth­ day on Sunday Her birthday was the following Thursday . Mary Hayward expected family on Saturday , but was surprised when two members visited her on Saturday The Thomapple Heritage Association met Wednesday at Maureen and Jack Robin­ anything first meeting of the year. I am so excited. The Lions Club gave me the application forms to fill out for Leader Dog Training. Bill and Neva Kenyon brought them to me Sunday . If I am approved. I go to Rochester. Ml for a month's training. The phamphlet said that it costs Si 1,000 dollars for one student I hope that I can make it. Bill Kenyon will take a video for them to see how I do after completing my Mobility Training. My former mobility teacher. Carol, is coming out to refresh my memory so that I do it well. Just imagine. I will be going to ‘ ’camp'' for the first time in my life and learning many thins in a whole month of staying at a dormitory in Rochester. Keep me in your thoughts and prayers. I won’t know son's home Had a real good crowd We got to meet Marge Loftus John has been to several meetings, but this was her first time that I met her Glad to have them come Betty Newman attended a shower at son Paul and Cinda's home in Grand Rapids for Laurel Don Dean said that Betty Kiefer. Don's former Latin teacher, lives in Milan Don and Dorothy Dean went up north, leaving Sunday and coming home Wednesday Lib Palmer said that Mon­ day Audrey Heydenburg and Dons came to visit her Florence Fiala said that the Ladies Literary Club met for lunch at the new restaurant on Chief Noonday Road, next to Robbins Cemetery — on the same side as Joe's Grocery The new restaurant is called Amber Inn This was their for at least one | Community Easter celebration set at Redeemer Covenant month and maybe up to eight , months Dr Brown filled out my medical report today. Next Dr. Flohr will have to fill out the opthalmologist's report I Redeemer Covenant hope to send it in by this Church's Community Easier Celebration. “Alive! • -'94.” weekend Wasn't that a will be held on March 2b at 7 wonderful thing for our Lions' Club to do for me? I p m and on March 27 at 6 would love to hug every one p m at the Dutton Christian of them in thanks for such a Middle School Both evenings will feature a concert combin­ fit. Now. it may be up to me ing real-life testimonies of to prove that 1 can do it well A great big hug to all of you several in the congregation with the dramatic re enacted folks, my community family stories of Biblical characters for your caring and sharing All are invited to “Alive Visit with all of you next ’94” on either evening. The week Love you all ven celebration is open to the commuch. munity. at no charge. Redeemer Covenant Church meets at the Dutton Christian Middle School, on Hanna Lake Avenue just north of 68th Street. LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living C hurch - Serving a Living Lord SUNDAY.......9 45 am.11 00 am i b 00 p m WEDNESDAY.......................... Family Fellowship Prayer & Bible Study 7 00 pm 7240 68th Street. SE Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor Rev Brian F. Harrison Youth Pastor, Darrel L. Schrock Music, Jeffery C. Vander Heide ILAKESIDE AKFMDF COMMUNITY CHURCH rmenr n A dttct FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville Bruce N. Stewart, Pastor Lee Taylor, Assistant Pastor CHRISTIAN REFORMED 6201 Whitneyville Avenue Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Service 9:45 a.m. 11:00 a.m. Sunday School...................... 9:30 a m. Sun. Morning Worship 10:30a.m. Evening Service.................... 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer Word of Life Clubs ... 6 45 p.m. 6:45 p.m. Rev. Bernard Mulder, Pastor 868-6306 WELCOME TO CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH A church with a caring heart for our community and the world Gaines United Brethren Church Kalamazcxi Avenue at 92nd Street Caledonia. Michigan Telephone 69M252 Pastor Mark Beers t n. - , ~ I1 Pastor Scott Taylor Reaching People With Christ Sunday Services........ 9:30 a m. & 6:00 p.m. M-37 at 100th St., Caledonia, Ml Church Office: (616) 891-1512 Rev. Gerald Van Oyen Al Tiemeyer Community Calling 8:30 am to 9 30 am — First Worship Service 9 30 am to 9 45 am — Coffee Fellowship 9:45 am to 10:45 am — Sunday School 10:45 am to 11:00 am — Coffee Fellowship 11:00 am to 12 00 — Second Worship Service Nursery and Childrens Church will be provided dunng both services ■Set an example In speech in Ma. m kx <n tarth and m punty " ____________ 1 Timothy a 12 Phone 891-9259 YOU ARE INVITED Saturday Evening Mass......................... 500pm Sunday Mass..................... 9 00am k 11.00a m Rev Roger Timmerman. Pastor MIDDLEVILLE and PARMELEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES 8546 Whitneyville Ave at 84m St *891-8661 111 Church Street “The Owen wnen? 5 sonebodv ana Jesus Christ is LoftT joosot. CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST Church School.................................... 9:30a.m. AaerJoOKr. tear Rastr Uke jxrvi UUsc Dr Parsonage 891-8167 | 1 Rev. Bobby Dale Whitlock Phone 795-7076 Barrier Free • M-37 between Caledonia A Middleville Sunday Worship Services....... 8:30 or 11:00,6:00 Children» Church. Youth Worship during morning MTWCW. St. Paul Lutheran Kraft Ave A 84th St., Caledonia, Mi (Missouri Synod) "Be devoted to one another in brotherly love." Rom 12:10 Sunday Morning Worship 8 30 a m Sunday School..................9 45 a.m 10:45 a m (Fellowship Coffee 945 a m to 10 00 a m.) Adult Bible Classes 10 00 a m 10:45 a m (All Services have a Nursery available) Rev. Robert Gerke Office: 891-8688 Church: 891-9878 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH jg, _ jKSC 12200 Chief Noonday Road (at Gun Lake) Wayland. Michigan 49MM • 795 7903 Barner Free . Program* for All Ages Sunday Worship 10:00 am Sunday School 1115 a m Wednesday >7^***^. Family Night . JL. 6 00 p rn Church Office Phone - 795-9266 5590 Whitneyville Ave , S.E. Pastor Jeffrey Lee Church: 891-9878 Peace Reformed Church Rev. Lynn Wagner - 795-3798 Cornerstone Wesleyan Church Services — Sunday School ........ittOO a_m Morning Worship --------------- 1100 a_m Evening Worship......................... 6 00 p.m. Office: 891-8688 Rev. Carroll Fowler — 765-5316 (The COM ®itnr JBrlhnditl (Shurrh Meeting at the Comer of ........................ 9:30 a.m. Worship Service............................... 10:30a.m. Wood School Rd. and Wing Rd. brotherly love. ‘ Rom. 12:10 First Service ....................................... 8 30 a.m Sunday School 9<5 a.m (Fellowship Coffee 9 45 a m to 10 00 am) Bible Classes 1000 am Second Service 11 00 a m (All Services have a Nursery available) Rev. Robert Gerke Parmelee Morning Worship............ 9 30 am Middleville Sunday School.............. 9 45 am Middleville Worship......................... 41 00 a.m. “God Cares for You” Choir Practice 250 Vine Street 795-3667 WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH Sunaov School................................. -...... 930 am Sunday Momrg Wortotp....................... 10 30 am. Sunday Everwsg Wonho......................... 6 00 pm Wea Mbdwee* *ay«r Shady------ 700pm "Be devoted to one another in 891-8028 Morning Worship Service...............10:00 a m Sunday School................................. 11 15 am Evening Worship Service.............. 6 00 p.m Rev. James Cusack Kraft Ave & 84th St.. Caledonia. Mi (Missouri Synod) Sunday Morning Worship Canway Si puppet mimsiry fur K 4th during evening tervKtt (Interpreted for hearing impaired)........................ 9:30a.m. Sunday School.......................................................... 1110a.m. Sunday School........................................ 9:45-10:45 Sunday Evening Service............................................. 6:30p.m. Wednesday Night “Family Night”....... 6:45-8:15 Pioneer Club Includes Adventure Club. Churn for Children and Adulh. High (K thru 6 Gradel - Wednesday..................... 6:30 p.m. School Youth Group and Adult CLmo Prayer Meeting - Wednesday........................... 7:00 p.m. For information call: 891-81 19 Youth fellowship - Sunday.............................. 5:00 p.m. RAY TOWNSEND. PastO TIM DOUBLESTEIN. Youth Director 708 West Main Street Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Church Office 891^669 Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH ras LEIGHTON UNITED METHODIST St. Paul Lutheran Alto. Michigan 49302 Sunday School..................... 10 00 a.m Morning Worship Evening Worship 1100 a m 6 00 p m Wednesday Prayer Meeting/ Children's Classes........... 7 00 p.m. Rovk Bailard, Pastor - 868-6437 - The Reorganized CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST of Latter Day Saints 8146 66th St near Whitney v die Ave Church School Sunday MMJOn.m. SMorning Wurvhip 11 00 a m. KvCi&ZS’5 Evening Worship 6 00 pm. Fellowship........ 7 30pm (m homes or church) call Pastor Lloyd DeVormer Sr. 897-7407 • �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I March 22. 1994 / PaQ® 5 TK Bulletin Board Calendar of Events March 21 — Art Talks for My Hyde and Mrs Chausow $ rooms. March 22 — Art Talks for Mrs Johns and Mrs Jahnke $ ENGAGEMENTS Alfred and Mary Ann Bor­ kum of Middleville announce the engagement of their daughter. Ahson Lynn, to Michael Scott DeMarco, son of Daniel and Jannme DeMar­ co of Rockford. The bride-to-be ts a 1989 graduate of Thornapple Kellogg High School, and a 1993 graduate of Hope College. The future groom is a 1989 graduate of Rockford High School, and also a 1993 graduate of Hope College A May 7. 1994 wedding is planned McCullign • Martin to wed in May Mr and Mrs Herbert McCulhgh of Middleville are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Tamara Sue. to Steven Ed­ ward Martin son of Mr and Mrs Albert Martin of Lowell. Tamara attended Thornap pie Kellogg High School and is employed with Root Lowell Mfg Steve attended Lowell High School and is employed at Flexfab A May 28. 1994 wedding is being planned rooms. M.S volleyball vs. Comstock Park. here. M.S. wrest1 mg vs. Comstock here March 22-24 — Conferences and half-days at all elementanes. dismissing at noon Book Fair at West open in the evenings for parents and children. 5-8 p.m March 23 — Art Talks for Mrs. Voss and Mr. Ketchum's moms Middle School Frankenmuth fundraiser products are delivered Parents — if your child has a big order, please pick it up at the school by 2:15. March 24 — Bedtime stones at McFall. 7 p.m Mr Hallberg and Miss Bennett s classes will have Dr. Richard Choryan. an optometrist from Caledonia, come and talk about eye safety Art Talk for Mrs Scott s room. M.S. Volleyball vs. Gull Lake. 7th away. 8th here 8th graders visit Kent Skills Center March 25 — Mr. Hallberg and Miss Bennett s classes will be dissecting cow's eyes, donated from Geukes Market. Mrs McKee s class enjoys a special language art program M.S. dance in the small gym. 7-9:30 p.m. March 26 — M.S. Volleyball Tournament at Comstock Park MS Wrestling Tournament at Caledonia March 28 — Puppeteer June Stopples comes to McFall. Spirit week at the Middle School: the last 15 minutes today is a pillow fight. March 29 — Puppeteer June Stopples comes to McFall reada-shirt day at West M.S. boater s safety. Middle School's last 15 minutes of the day: obstacle course Looking ahead... March 30 — Read-a-cap day at McFall. Middle School's last 15 minutes of the day: mattress race. Money due for the M.S. fundraiser Senior parents sell tickets during H.S. lunch hours for senior party! March 31 — Middle School special: Air Band in the high school auditorium, about 1:00 p.m. April 1-10 — Spring Break! April 11 — School resumes. April 12 — Middle School donut day. 50 cents each. Teachable Moments... West — The children in Mrs Thaler's 2nd grade have been studying about insects and the way they develop. After wat­ ching movies and reading books about the monarch butterfly, thev wrote stories and made beautiful monarchs in art. Page — Mrs Chausow and Mrs. Voss’ classes are studying food webs and chains As a cooperative project students are creating a Michigan forest community. Some groups are in charge of the habitat, others are working on a predator and its food chain All will he displayed in the hall and webbed to show their work and learning at conferences. Mrs. Chausow's class will he visiting McFall on March 29. The first graders will write stones about their upcoming spring break with the fourth graders assistance Congratulations Page All-Stars! Josh Willett. Melissa Yeazel. Rebecca Cobb. Andy Johnson. Shaunna Welch. Megghan Smith. Amanda Seaman. Jessica Decker. Julia Smith, Jason Holzhausen. Jennifer Sherman, Erin Scheerhom. Luke DeVries to celebrate 45 years HuntHarshberger Robert and Wanda Hunt of Middleville are pleased to an nounce the engagement of their daughter Jamie Michelle, to Brian Allen Harshberger Jamie is a 1988 graduate of Thornapple Kellogg and a 1992 graduate from Michigan State with a degree in Child Development.Teaching She is employed by West Ottawa Schools in Holland Brian is the son of Calvin and Christian Harshberger of Three Rivers He graduated from Three Rivers in 1984 and received his degree in finance from Central Michigan University in 1992. He is employed by Steelease Jamie and Brian will ex­ change their wedding vows Juh 16. 1994 Robert Devries and the former Isla M. Pettyjohn will celebrate their 45th wedding anniversary with a family din­ ner at Bay Pointe Restaurant. Gun Lake. The couple were married March 26. 1949 in the Stockbridge Avenue Methodist Church in Kalamazoo The Devries have two children. Ted A Devries of Kalamazoo and Sarah Ann Devries of Rochester Hills. They alto have two grandchildren Bob is a retired parts salesman at Demaagd s Olds in Battle Creek and Isla is a retired postmaster of Woodtend Thev reside at Wall Lake. Delton Streeter Schalkofski Kimberly Ann Streeter and Ricky Lee Schalkofski. both of Wyoming. will be united in marriage on May 21. 1994 The bride-to-be is the daughter of Clare and Patricia Tolan of Middleville and Ed­ ward Streeter of Shelbyville Thornapple Kellogg High School and attended Fems State and Davenport colleges Her fiance is the son of Leonard and Wilma Schalkof­ ski of Hubbard Lake He is a graduate of Alpena High and both Alpena Community and Davenport colleges Call for Classifieds Phone 795-3345 ALIVE! * ’94 COMMUNITY EASTER CELEBRATION Saturday, March 26 - 7:00 pm Sunday, March 27 6:00 pm at the Dutton Christian Middle School Larsen. Jacob Williams. Doug George. Katie Schultz. Lindsey DeLille. J D Prostko. Mike Baker. David Seeley. Cody Finkbeiner. Ben Sevald. Becky Warner. Breanne Dutcher. Dan VanVeghel. Jovanna Jones, Dominic Panza. Samantha Harthy. Doug Poll and Andrea Bouma Quote of the Week — Hate, like acid, damages the vessel in which it is stored and the object on which it is poured. The community ts warmly invited to this unique concert, which presents the Easter message by combining the real-life testimonies of those in our church family with the dramatic re-enacted stones of Biblical characters. Please call 698-8001 tor more information. Jk. . Saturday, March 26 Peace Reformed Church (M-37 at Parmalee) For children ages 3 years - 4th grade" ’Children under 3 years may attend only if accompanied by an aduit or sibling 10:00 -11:30 a.m. • Puppet presentation * Easter egg hunt • Drawings and Prizes Peace Reformed Church Invites the Community to our Easter Holiday Service... Palm Sunday Service March 27th Maundy Thursday March 31st 8:30 A.M. 11:00 A.M. and 6:00 P.M. Communion Service 7:00 P.M. Easter Sunday — April 3rd Sunrise Service at Peace Reformed Church 6:30 A.M. • Love-Lite will be singing. Community Easter Service at Caledonia Fine Arts Auditorium at Caledonia High School 10:00 A.M. (Love-Lite and adult choirs will be singing.) Redeemer Church Hama ^aae Ave north at Any Information Needed - Call 891-8119 Sr �Page 6 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / March 22, 1994 Snyder building reputation as top handler Area teen 4th in showmanship at Westminister Kennel show by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Fifteen-year-old Stacy Snyder of Caledonia may not he a poker player, but she knows how to handle an “In­ side St flight “Ch (Champion) Cim maron Inside Straight." that is. better known to his family as “Spencer,” a lively and lovable five-year-old Sheltie Stacy bought Spencer, a breed champion, to be the dog she would handle in this, her first year in the American Kennel Club show circuit Stacy 's goal was to compete in junior showmanship en route to becoming a profes­ sional handler. Her successful season with Spencer reached a high point last month when she earned fourth place in junior showmanship at the prestigious Westminster Ken­ nel Club Show held Feb. 14 15 in New York City In showmanship, the handler, not the dog. is evaluated. The judge is look­ ing at how the handler displays the dog. showing off the dog's best features and how well the animal ex­ emplifies breed standards At Westminster, Stacy com­ peted against 109 other handlers in the junior showmanship open division, which included young handlers from ages 14 to IK who have earned three first places in A KC-sane tinned shows To show at Westminister, however, requires even more credentials The handier not only must be eligible for the open division, but also in that year must have won eight first-places in AKC shows where there was competition Stacy said that the Westminster show also re­ quires the handier to be show­ ing a breed champion. “It's the only championonly show.” she explained. “There is no obedience trial connected to it. either ” In its 118th year, the Westminster Kennel Club Show is the second -longestrunning competition in the United States, with the Ken tucky Derby one year older It has always been held in New York City, and traditionally in Madison Square Garden ‘ ‘The real thrill of it is being with all these people who are working toward one goal, and that is maintaining the stan­ dards of pure bred dogs." said Stacy “It's really cool, because people arc dressed up. judges and handlers, and the spec­ tators come and ask you ques­ tions. maybe because they're interested in buying a dog “Il's so exciting being there, you almost don't care if you win or not " She said that the junior SUNSATIONS Thee Place for • TANNING and NAILS: 891-4040 •TSO Cherry Valin Aoed (M 37) * awww Pizza M Catadonia « OPf N Monday FMay 8 rm to 8 p m. Open * 8 cm Saturday ■ bUUUUUUUUUUUUMLAJUUULIJLftJUUUULlJUUUUUUUUUUuC showmanship competition is a big event at Westminster, and draws quite a crowd She said that on the first day. Monday, the judge divid­ ed the 110 contestants into four groups, with two show­ ing that night, and two on Tuesday. The finals were held Tuesday night “I showed on Monday, and the judge kept making cuts and making cuts, but I was the first person in my group to make the final cut for Tuesday night." she gnnned Stacy cad that eight were chosen for the finals, which were held in the huge center ring at the Garden From those eight, the top four were chosen She said that the judges don't say too much to the handlers about their perfor­ mance. except to tell them what pattern to follow in showing the dog But the bleachers were all full of people, and they would clap and scream and just go wild That was neat Among those excited fans in the bleachers were Stacy’s parents. Tom and Angie Snyder. “No matter bow calm I try to remain. I still get so ex­ cited." Angie said. "I think I’m more nervous than Stacy.” Stacy said showing in the finals and receiving her award in the main nng was quite impressive But she also enjoyed help­ ing some professionals handlers during the show. In working toward becom­ ing a professional handler, she is apprenticed to and travels with two professional handlers to learn the business. They also were in the stands at Westminster, cheering for Stacy “You really can’t take classes, and there is more to it than just knowing how to A letter to Middleville Businesses, Neighbors, Friends To those of you who have been customers of Caledonia Printing over the years, thank you. To those of you who have not, we welcome your business. Caledonia Printing is locally owned (Thomapple Township residents for 15 + years) and dedicated to serving the community. If your printer is one of several in the area to recently close up shop, please consider us for your next printing job. You can bring in artwork or samples of your printed forms and we can put you back in business. Whether you need 25 flyers for church or 50,000 forms for your business, call on Caledonia Printing, a community business. For the next several weeks 1 will be in Middleville on Tuesday and Thursday mornings. If you wish to see me at your place of business to discuss how Caledonia Printing can help you, please call and set up an appointment. (Other times can be arranged if it would be more convenient for you.) Sincerely..Jim Shoaf Printing Copying Computer Forms Business Cards Letterheads Envelopes Newsletters Invoices Flyers Invitations for Labels Weddings Forms Anniversaries Booklets Parties Product Sheets Wedding Access Graduation Announcements. Party UPS Shipments Fax Sen ice Rattle Tickets Tags Typesetting Layout Design Napkins Invitations, etc. Stocy Snyder of Caledonia took a fourth place in junior showmanship at the prestigious Westminster Kennel Club show lost month. Judge Anne Bowes displays the award as Stacy poses with her Sheltie, Spencer, and the 1993 junior showmanship winner, Alice Downey. groom and handle the dog." she explained of the need to apprentice “You have to learn the business connections and the ethics of it.” Already handling dogs for other people, she said she will no longer be an apprentice when she has enough clients to support herself. Traveling the show circuit, however, requires a lot of dedication and committment to the work. She is gone near­ ly every weekend, and sometimes during the week as well. While this makes keeping up with her schoolwork dif­ ficult sometimes, but her teachers usually help her with what she has missed. “The school has been great.” said Angie. “They understand that this is a learning experience — the travel, the skills, the career planning — and everyone there has been very helpfill.” Stacy said that her longrange goal is to become a show judge herself, but she will have to meet the required standards for each breed she wishes to judge. “It’s a lot of hard work,” said Angie “They are up al 5 or 5:30 a m. on the day of a show to feed, groom and take care of the dogs The dogs always come first. “Then it might be 10 or 11 p m before the) get home Sometimes they have to travel ’til the wee hours of the morn­ ing to get to a show, but they still have to be up bright and earl) to prepare ’' Stacy said she enjoy s the challenge of show mg different dogs and different breeds “The challenge is knowing Located south of the traffic light in Caledonia on the East side of M-37 Caledonia Printing & Shipping 9790 Cherry Valley (M-37) • Caledonia • 891-2121 • Fax 891-8074 BINGO American Lepoe Paet »3O5 9544 Cherry vuiey Caiedo^a • THURSDAY • Early Bird 6:30 p.m. how to display each breed, and then in knowing how to See Kennel Show, Pege 7 g SORE FEET / ANKLES? £ Assignment Accepted! 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Bowman and Paa riberg. assisted by Justin Heyboer won the contest with their presentation on hydroponics Bowman also received a scholarship from Alpha Gam­ ma Rho Fraternity as the top applicant m his category. He and B J Welton both received an Outstanding Junior Award, also sponsored by AGR FFA senior Ed Smith was recognized at the convention as one of the three finalists for the Star State Agribusinessman award In­ vited to participate in the recognition were Ed's mother. Mrs Chris Lewis; his employer. Robert Newman of the Caledonia Farmers Elevator, his FFA advisor. Alan Steeby; Caledonia High School Prm cipal Tonya Porter and Caledonia Schools Director of Academics Doug Busman Other Caledonia FFA teams also won state awards for their presentations The Greenhand Conduct of Meetings Team (Nicole Potgeter. Scott Kudlack. Amanda Mahrenholz. Tom Rodgers. Josh Donker. Kirk Smith and Kyle Paalman) won a gold award, and the Parliamentary Procedure team of Chad Paalman. Ben Sorsen. Nicole Nicholas. Brett Long. Jason Haywood. Paul Slacker and Zoli Berencsi received a silver award Smith received a gold State FFA degree, as did Caledonia members Lisa Memmer. Slachter and Mike Kayser Also recognized was Karen Huffman, who received a silver award in the Wildlife Management Division of the Proficiency Award program Besides receiving her FFA degree. Memmer was elected sentinel on the 1994-95 state board As a state officer, she will visit chapters around the state, conduct leadership workshops, carry out district and regional activities, repre sent Michigan at the national FFA convention and help plan next year's state convention Also participating in the convention were Nathaniel McIntyre and Phil VanLaan. who performed with the slate FFA band, which performed three times at the convention Serving as official Caledonia delegates were Todd Long. Heyboer and Thornapple Kellogg School Lu»«ch Menu The Coledonio FFA Demonstration Team of Troy Bowman (left) and Adam Paarlberg took first place in state FFA leadership competition. Smith Steeby said that the chapter appreciates the help and the time contributed by coaches and chaperones Candy Bowman. Scott Hilton. Phillip Bowman. Holli Bowman. Middleville Lions Club planning baked chicken dinner fundraiser March 27 The Middleville Lums Club will have a baked chicken din­ ner from noon to 3 pm. Sun­ day. March 27. at Thomapple Kellogg High School Included on the menu will be coleslaw, potato, roll. beverage and ice cream Cost is $6 for adults and $3 for children 12 and under There also will be a baked gixxls vale Proceeds from the dinner, which is co-sponsored by KENNEL SHOW, continued from page 6 handle each dog s personality so that it shows off the best. ‘Some dogs are shy. some are aggressive, some are just real sweet, and you have to know how to handle each in­ dividual personality She is already achieving some recognition for her ac­ complishments. She is regard­ Matt Shane and Chad Nicholas. Caledonia FFA members were among 1.200 FFAers who attended this year’s con­ vention. which was held at Michigan State University. ed as the top junior Shetland sheepdog handler in the coun­ try and one of the top five junior handlers for the herding group (dogs bred to herd livestock, such as collies and sheep dogs). Since the Westminister show. Stacy’s budding career received another boost when Triple Check Tax Service Wc are set up to handle ALL INCOME TAX needs. We are able to do your personal, small business. Partnership or Corporation returns. We offer a complete accounting service, with 20 years of experience. Other services include: • Business Plans • UPS (not a UPS agent* • Educational Resources Service - College Money Guaranteed OPEN Mon.-Fri. 9-5. Sat. 9-2 or evenings by appointment Member <4 891-1886 Phone 891 1R86 she qualified for the World Series of Junior Showmanship to be held June 26 in Beverly Hills. California To win one of the 22 World Series opportunites, she took Best Junior at the Detroit Ken­ nel Club Show held March 13 at Cobo Hall Her prizes of a gift certificate, medallion, plate, rosette and a Game Boy were overshadowed by the plane trip for her. Spencer and a chaperone to Los Angeles for the World Senes The winner of that show will represent the U.S at the Crofts International Show in England And what about Spencer? Does he enjoy all this travel, grooming and showing.’ “Spencer loves it all.” said Stacy. smoothing her Sheltie’s silky coat. • ‘ He loves to be in the show ring and with the other dogs. He knows he’s a show dog and he knows he's a champion Dog and handler, a pair of champion*. That would be a winning combination in any hand. First Federal of Michigan, will go to the Lions' com­ munity projects. For tickets, call a Lions Club member or Pauline Brouwers at 795-7737. Some tickets also will be available at the door. Wednesday. March 23 Cheese & meat subs, fresh broccoli spears, apple juice, cookie. Thursday. March 24 Ham & cheese on bun. cole slaw cup. banana H S A M.S Pork Pattie. baked potato carrots, bread fruit Friday. March 25 Tuna pita or peanut Hitter & jelly, fruit & nut mix. ap­ ple graham cracker M.S & H S Pizza or Fish, peas' ap­ ple. Russo’s. Monday. March 28 Hamburger deluxe, oven fries, pickle slices, fruit crisp. H S Salad Bar Tuesday. March 29 Wombat stew (baked rotini). gum nuts (green beans), dingo delights (veg ). Billy Bong mud NOTE: Whole or low fat milk offered each day. Alt. menu at El Monday , hot dog; Tuesday, turkey sandwich; Wednesday, salad bar; Thurs­ day. hamburger; Friday, fishwich. Variety of sandwiches and salads at High School and Middle Thornapple Kellogg Breakfast Menu Wednesday. March 23 Pancakes/syrup. apple juice, milk. Thursday. March 24 Scrambled eggs, orange juice, milk. Friday , March 25 Sausage biscuit, banana, milk Monday. March 28 Cold cereal, muffin, orange juice, milk Tuesday. March 29 Pancake sausage on a stick, apple juice, milk Caledonia Community High Middle Schools l unch Menu Wednesday. March 23 Spaghetti w meat sauce, tossed salad or french fries, fruit choice. garlic bread, milk Thursday. March 24 Sub sandwich, peas or french fries, fruit choice, milk Friday. March 25 Nachos w toppings, green beans or french fries, fruit choice, milk Monday. March 28 Chicken patty w bun. peas or french fries, fruit choice, milk Tuesday. March 29 Pizza, french fries, fruit choice, milk Caledonia Community Schools High Middle Meal Deal Menu Wednesday. March 23 Turkey bacon club sand wich. Vita Pup. milk Thursday. March 24 Chicken fajita, french fries. Vita Pup. milk Friday . March 25 Itza Pizza, trench fries. Vita Pup. milk, potato bar Monday. March 28 Bacon double cheeseburger/bun. french fries. Vita Pup. milk Tuesday. March 29 Italian bar. Vita Pup, milk. 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Ml I March 22, 1994 Elvis ‘sightings' confirmed The ‘King’ performs for students at Kettle Lake Elementary by Barbara Gall The King of Rock and Roll was sighted all over Kettle Lake Elementary Friday, but nobody seemed all shook up Dressed in the famous white costume splashed *ith flashy sequins, a rather tall, but definitely sidebumed-guitar- 'Ah, don't be cruel...' Elvis' greatest songs were performed live, seemingly by The King himself, during classroom concerts at Kettle Lake Elementary Friday. Actual­ ly, it was Principal Jeff Worman behind the shades and sideburns. He was living up to his promise to appear as Elvis if the students met their Reading Month in­ centive of 15,000 books. strumming figure did perform Elvis Presley 's greatest hits in all Kettle Lake classrooms. Principal Jeff Worman doesn't quite match Elvis in body build and maybe can t quite wail ‘Jailhouse Rock ' like Presley once did. but he did live up to his promise to appear as the late rock star if students matched his challenge to read 15.000 books for Reading Month The students met that challenge, and even topped Worman’s second dare, that if they read an additional 2.000 books, he would sleep outside in a tent while students en­ joyed their annual reading ovemighter at school. The youngsters responded by reading a total of 18.583 books just to see how their principal would live up to his word, this time. Worman has provided a role-playing challenge to his students for the last three years. He first held a “Save-lt or Shave-lt" contest for his beard (he is now clean­ shaven) and then in the last two years has had to dress up as a ballerina and then as “Jaws.” The students get to choose how he will appear if they accomplish the reading incentive. “I don't know how I get in­ to this .or why.” grinned Worman from behind his sunglasses. “ ‘ But the kids really get into it.” His medley would touch the heart of anyone who remembers the real Presley: ' ’ Love Me Tender. ’ “Jailhouse Rock,” “Don't Be Cruel." “Hound Dog." “Heartbreak Hotel" and “All Shook Up." with Worman. er Presley strumming the accompaniment As he walked from class to class, giggling students work­ ing or walking through the halls ran up to greet him and try to strum his guitar. “Just don’t step on my blue suede shoes, young fella," drawled the King, as he mov­ ed past his fans. Elvis’ croons Love Me Tender to o first-groder. who reacts just as the real Presley fans did years ago CREATIVE COOKING PINEAPPLE TOMATO SALSA AND FISH 1/2 1 1 1 1 1/2 1/4 2 2 1 2 1 1 4 I Dole Freak Pineapple cucumber, peeled, seeded, diced green bell pepper, seeded, diced tomato, chopped clove garlic, preaaed red onion, finely chopped cup lemon juice tablespoons finely chopped cilantro tablespoons white wine vinegar tablespoon vegetable oil teaspoon* sugar teaspoon salt teaspoon dill weed white filth nteakft (1/2-inch thick) tablespoon margarine Twist crown from pineapple. Cut pineapple into quar­ ters. Cut fruit from shells. Trim off core and cut fruit into bite-size pieces. Combine pineapple with nest 12 ingredients. Saute fish in margarine until browned. Spread pineapple salsa over fish. Cover, simmer 10 min­ utes until fish is tender and flakes with a fork. Bervee 4. Per serving: 251 calories, 24.1 g protein, 0.3 g fat, 19.1 g carbohydrate, 632.1 mg sodium, 35 mg cholesterol Courtesy !)ole* Former Scot makes Acedemic All-WHAC basketball team Wolverine-Hoosier regular season champions with a 10- 0 conference record and a 19-8 overall finish. We May Be Able To Reduce Your Health Insurance Costs We Offer A Variety of Health Insurance Plans • Major Medical Plans • Short Term Major Medical Plan • Medicare Supplement For Individuals, Families and Employee Groups American Community Aquinas college sopho­ more Jen Smith, daughter of Chris and Mary Ixdu Smith of Alto and a 1992 graduate of Caledonia High School, was named to the 12-member Wolverine-Hoosier Athletic Conference All-acedenuc basketball team. Smith carried a 3.7 grade point average tn her studies for Education, while on the court, she played in 12 games and scored 21 points including 10 of 13 from the free throw line. She also had five assists and six steals. 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Daniel Brunton and Pot Tutsch. They participated in the Winter Games held at Sugar Loaf Ski Resort. took a fourth place in the 50and 100-meter cross-country skiing events In his division of those events. Dan Brunton of Freeport won a gold medal in the 100-M and a silver in 50 M Classmate Pat Tutsch earn ed his ribbons also from the 50 and 100-M events Mike Konetzka. an area resident who volunteers his time to teach the Dutton special education students how to ski. and who accom­ panied them to the games, said that the Special Oly mpics program only recently has begun to include winter competition "It’s a real thrill for them to compete after working hard learning to ski." Konetzka said. "They really do love just by Barbara < .all Staff Writer Remember the ringing fan­ fare of the Olympic hymn9 The lighting of the torch, and the winning athletes' pro ud moment on the victors' podium’ Three area youngsters got a taste of that competition and the thrill of achievement when they competed in this year's Special Olympics Winter Games last month at Sugar Loaf Ski Resort The popular resort closes to the public and Offers its facilities to those taking part in "the games." About 900 athletes took part in this year’s competition, and the local students, who all at­ tend Dutton Elementary classes, proudly displayed the ribbons and medals they won. Luke Frantti of Caledonia — HOME OF THE WEEK — 31621. BOWNE TWP. NEW LIST ING Executive split ranch on 3 acres. Four bedrooms 2 sets double sliders, finished w/o basement to enclosed porch. Also has covered deck off dining 2 plus attached gar age Coll Mary 948-3010. 30721. MIDDLEVILLE Sharp Colonial style home on large lot. 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He has worked a total of 10 years with the Special Olym­ pics. the last three with the winter sports. Once at the games, he said he enjoys volunteering with the events rather than coaching because as a volunteer he can be with the athletes more. "I can better serve working with the games. ” he explained. "They need experienced volunteers running the games " The three-day program features time trials on one day and then the "medal runs" on the next two. "It really lets the athletes feel a sense of accomplish­ ment and self-worth after working hard to tram for the events." he said. "h’s just a great feeling to be part of it " Dawn Brunton. Daniel’s mother, agreed. She went along this year as a chaperone, and admitted that she was a little nervous about the responsibility. But she said she was very impressed with the organiza­ tion of the games and all the activities besides the athletic events that had been planned for the participants. "I think this is something the kids look forward to all year long." she said. MAKE UF€ LESS TAXING Tax Management and Mare Inc. uuill prepare pour return correctly ond ot o good price! Poison Prevention is March 20-26 A caretaker may be distracted for only a moment. An elderly person takes his heart medication, in a dark room, not wearing his glasses. A child reaches inside a purse and swallows two little red pills she finds. A curious tod­ dler drinks from a sbda bottle on the kitchen counter to discover it is a household cleaner. These are just a few of the accidental poisonings that can be prevented. The Regional Poison Con­ trol Center at Children’s Hospital of Michigan received more Jian 70.000 calls for help in I993. 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(313) 745-5711. near the phone before an emergency arises. • Always keep on hand a one-ounce bottle of ipecac syrup for each child and call the Poison Control Center or your physician before using. During National Poison Prevention week. March 20-26. investigate your home for potential danger. For a free room-by-room check list on how to prevent accidental poisonings, send a stamped, self-addressed business envelope to the Regional Poison Control Center. Children’s Hospital of Michigan. 3901 Beaubien, Detroit. Mich. 48201. Childen’s Hospital of Michigan is a private, non­ profit. 260-bed hospital that has been treating children for I08 years. At Michigan’s only free-standing hospital, specialists in more than 50 areas of pediatric medicine, surgery and nursing provide care for children from birth to adolescence. Children’s is a member of The Detroit Medical Center, the academic health center of Wayne Slate University School of Medicine and College of Nursing. ‘They know it’s something just for them, and they need that They know that everyone is there for them, to help them. "So it’s not winning, but just being a part of it that is important to them " "At the games, everyone is busy the whole day long, every minute of the day The athletes had lots of fun. and it was just a tremendous volunteer effort to put all that together. "This was Daniel’s first year to go. and I know he’s going to talk about it for a long, long time " "It's really special Konetzka said that he welcomes the donation ot us­ ed skits and poles that the students can learn on. "They need to be in decent condition, but we can’t afford to go out and buy skiis for everyone." he said Anyone who would like to donate ski equipment or who has questions about the Special Olympics program should call Dutton Elementary School at 698-8982 Steva Antsckl. M.S.A. • 891-9401 I MAKC HOUSC CRUS FACTORY WORK • AVAILABLE • • ASSEMBLY • PLASTIC INJECTION • MACHINE OPERATORS Trim Press, Punch Press, Spot Weld, Etc. • STACKING/INSPECT PARTS Many new openings daily! Most are very long term with good potential for hire Overtime may be required Job sites near the Kent County Airport, by Division and 36th St and in South Grand Rapids $ Ofl BONUS Bring in this ad for a $20.00 Bonus on your first paycheck for 40 hour* (or more) issued by April 15, 1994. Apply 8-11 am. to 1-3:30 p.m Weekdays with 2 Pieces ot ID 507 36th St., S E. Grand Rapids (about 1 mile East of U.S 131) PEOPLEMARK AMT*** co—porw, »o«.\ <®ie> 245.6161 Equal Opportunity Employer begin at... 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Bentley was the featured guest during Reading Month at Dutton He told the students he began writing stories at age seven, the same year he started playing football When knee surgery brought an end to his pro career, he returned to writing The Dar­ by books, he told the students, were originally stones for his son “Now when he wants a story. I can just hand him the book.” he said As part of his presentation, he read several of his three Darby books, and he stressed to the students the importance of reading The original illustrator for the books, he added, was foot ball teammate Mike Hamby. Darby himself made an ap pearance, delighting some of the younger members of the audience “We try to bring an author to our school every y ear for Reading Month, said Dutton Principal Jerry Phillips “It’s really great for the kids to see people like football players who are not only good athletes, but who also write books and advocate reading ”We tell them how impor­ tant reading is all the time, but it makes a big impression when someone like Ray will take the time to come here and tell them that, too." After his talk, the students lined up with footballs and football cards for Bentley to autograph They also could buy autographed copies of his books Bentley said he played a H total of 10 years as a pro. in­ cluding six years with the Buf­ falo Bills and a final year in Cincinnati before sidelined by hts knee injury So far. he has published three Darby books and a col­ oring book, and a Roger Rac­ coon book He is looking into a possible cartoon series featuring Darby , he said, and he is interested in broad­ casting as well as authoring. “It was cool." said one stu­ dent of Bentley's visit. "I liked it when he read the stones and talked about how he wrote them for his son. " Sounds like Bentley's visit achieved its goal After talking to students and reading several of his books. Bentley autograph­ ed scores of footballs brought in by Dutton students. It’s really great for the kids to see people like football players who are not only good athletes, but who also write books and advocate JJ reading. Everybody loves o celebrity, and everybody treasures a celebrity's autograph. Bentley obligingly autographed not only his books, but caps, shirts, football cards and footballs for admiring Dutton students. Look for ‘twin stars’ over Ml this month Roy Bentley's dinosaur creation. Darby.' mode on appearance during Bentley's visit to Dutton Elementary. ouJz 5 The bright constellation of Gemini, featuring the “twins" Castor and Pollux, is particularly prominent in Michigan's March evening sky. according to University of Michigan astronomer Richard G. Teske "Look for Castor and Pollux above and to the left of the constellation Orion,” Teske said. 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Teske explained. ‘‘Each of the two stars you see is in reality a double star making four altogether, but the companions that make up each pair are loo close to be perceived as separate ob­ jects.” Teske said. ‘‘If you could watch them from near­ by. you would see that the two stars of the brighter pair com­ pletely circle one another every nine days, while the stars of the fainter pair take only three days to orbit each other ’ Astronomers have found that these star-pairs m Castor orbit once around each other every 400 years “A third pair of stars, too faint to be seen with binoculars, brings the total number of stars in the Castor system to six — all ceaselessly circling in an elegant orbital dance “Like seven-foot basketball stars, Castor’s sextuple star grouping is rare,” Teske said "Astronomers think unusual multiple star systems like Castor are created by the same celestial process that formed our sun and its planets Accor­ ding to this view, the major difference between the Castor system and our solar system is that our sun was formed with only tiny companions — too small to become stars in their own right. Instead they become dark planets shining feebly by reflecting the light of one central star.’* Oser half the stars in the sky belong to muhiple star systems. Astronomers think that many seemingly single See Twin stars. Page 11 Stop and see • your choice is clear. Richard J. Choryan, O.D. DOCTOR OF OPTOMETRY 133 E Main St., Caledonia, Ml 891-9224 NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATORY POLICY AS TO STUDENTS The Little Lambs Parent Co-op Preschool, Inc admits students ot any race. cokx. national and ethnic origin to dll the rights, privileges, pro­ grams, and activities generally accorded or made dvailable to students at the school It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school administered programs �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / March 22. 1994 / Page 11 Middleville Senior parents hold bottle drive to support senior all night graduation party Westdale Better Homes and Gardens® Paul Piotrowski & Harry Green “Servicing the South” \Ne make it our business to know what’s going on in Caledonia, Middleville and Hastings. Call us for your real estate needs. Caledonia Middleville Hastings 698-9685 795-6011 945-3503 • HASTINGS • Lost is the mound of bottles collected to help pay for the TK Senior All Night Party’ is one of the helpers of the drive. B.J West The parents thank all of the people in the community who helped by giving their returnables. and also Pastoor's Family Market for taking them in. For tickets to the still secret all night party, see Jackie Eaton, or any senior parent JiJ Pubtahers of • • • • • Some of the crew who collected, sorted and turned pop bottles to benefit the senior all night party are (left to right) B J. West, Jeremiah Wert, Bob Seger, Heather West and Katie Berg. After the collection, Pastoor's Family Market took the bottles and cans in for the refund. • • • Hestrgs Remrder Hastngs Barmer Hastmgs Weekender ComrrvnCy Advisor Marshal Battle Creek Shopper News Lakewood News Mddtev«e/Caledon.a * Sun & News Maple Valey News PLACE A CLASSIFIED 24 HOURS-A-DAY 7 DAYS-A-WEEK 948-4450 Twin stars, , from Page 10-----------------------------stars arc probably accom­ panied by planets These dis­ tant planets are too close to their parent star and too faint for Earth observers to see. so astronomers use indirect methods of observation to detect tiny movements of the parent star caused when planets orbit around it "Several different teams of astronomers have detected this type of movement in ap­ proximately a dozen stars." Teske said "These observa tions suggest the presence of large planets with more mass than Jupiter — the largest planet in our own solar system. Whether the orbiting objects are actually giant cold planets, or arc hot and starlike, is not known. Techniques sensitive enough to detect small, Earth-like planets, are not yet available; but in a few years’ time, they will be Scientists will then be able to learn much more about these distant solar systems. " • CALEDONIA • ADDRESS LIST PRICE ADDRESS Lakeview Dr.................................... $81,500 Main St.. E........................ Jefferson St . S........... $85,900 Campau Lake Dr........... . Apple St., W $87,000 Campau Lake Dr River Ln..................................... $89,900 Broadmoor Ave , SE .. Michigan. S................................ $93,900Pleasant Ave Willitts Rd $94,000 Mccords Ave Bedford Rd . S................. $116,900 Johnson St Broadway St.. N.................... $118,900 Emmons.. Old Iroquois Tr.......... $124,900 Mccords Ave Lammers Rd.................................... $135,000 Sequoia Dr. SE Broadway St.. 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To replace the old system. Proposal A substitutes an increase in the sales tax, a hike in cigarette taxes and a real estate transfer tax plus a six-mill property tax levy to fund school operating costs. The backup plan did not cut the property tax as much as Proposal A, and would have instituted a higher income tax and an increased single-business tax to make up the new funding sources for schools "I think any time you go to a broader-based funding system, that system should be better.' said Dean of the new legislation. She explained that the new law provides a ’foundation" for all districts of an eventual $5,000 per pupil, with districts having the option to ask their voters for three "enrichment" mills. However, for a district actually to achieve its foundation funding, it must ask its voters to approve the additional 18-mill levy on businesses and other non­ homestead property in the district. Residents also need to remember they will still be paying taxes for institutions and services other than school operating funds. Dean ORDINANCE NO. 94-4Z AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS Section 1 Repeal. Section 15 9 of the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia is hereby repealed. Section 2 Condominiums. The Charier Township of Caledonia Zoning Ordinance is further amended by the addition of a new section 3.47 which provides as follows: Section 3.47 Condominiums. (a) Pursuant to authority conferred by Section 141 of the Michigan Condominium Act (Public Act 59 of 1978 as amended), no lands may be used for a Condominium or Site Condominium as defined herein unless such use is permitted in the zoning district in which the project is located and the project receives site plan approval pur­ suant to Chapter XVIII of this Ordinance, as modified by this Section 3.47. (b) The following definitions shall apply (1) Condominium Act’ means Public Act 59 of 1978. as amended (2) "Condominium’’ includes Condominium Project and means a plan or project consisting of not less than two Condominium Units established in conformance with the Condominium Act The term includes projects consisting of detached single family residential units established under the Condominium Act com­ monly referred to as "Site Condominiums ." Condominium also includes a building or structure constructed upon a Lot or Condominium Unit which is in­ tended for office, industrial. business or recreational purposes (3) "Condominium Unit" means that portion of the Condominium Project design­ ed and intended for separate ownership and use, as prescribed in the Master Deed, regardless of whether it is intended for residential, office, industrial, business or recreational use. or for use as a time-share unit or any other type of use (4) "Lot" shall mean the same as "Home Site" and "Condominium Unit " (5) "Mobile Home Condominium Project" means a Condominium Project in which Mobile Homes as defined in Section 30A of Act 300 of Public Acts of 1949. be­ ing MCL 257 3022. are intended to be located upon separate site which con­ stitute individual Condominiums (6) "Master Deed" means the Condominium document required by Public Act 59 of 1978 recording the Condominium Project, including all attached exhibits. (7) "Site Condominium" shall mean a Condominium plat consisting of Condominium Lots to be developed as single-family dwelling sites (c) All applications for condominium site plan review shall contain the following in­ formation, in addition to that required by Chapter XVIII: (1) A statement of the general common elements of the Condominium or Con­ dominium Project to be contained in the Master Deed. (2) The use and occupancy restrictions of the Condominium. (3) Such other information as will reasonably assist the Planning Commission and Township Board in considering and evaluating the Condominium Planned Unit Development (d) The procedure for application, review, and approval of Condominium site plans shall be as provided in Chapter XVIII, except that the Township Board shall review the actions of the Planning Commission on the application and may confirm or reverse that decision in whole or in part, and include or delete conditions on approval. (e) All Condominiums, including Condominium Projects, Condominium Strucutres and Site Condominiums shall comply with the following requirements, in addition to all other applicable requirements: (1) The lot area, frontage and building set backs (including limited common elements) for each lot in a Site Condominium shall satisfy the minimum re­ quirements of the zoning district in which such lot is located. (2) Each Condominium shall be under construction within one year after Township Board approval of the Site Plan. The Planning Commission may, in its discre­ tion, grant an extension of time, not exceeding one year, for the commence­ ment of construction, provided the applicant presents reasonable and valid evidence that the development has encountered unforeseen difficulties but is ready to proceed without further delay. If the Condominium is not commenced within one year after issuance of the building permit or within the above stated one-year extension, site plan approval and any building permit shall thereupon be void and of no further effect (3) The Planning Commission may require a guarantee to ensure the completion of the common elements and other facilities to the extent and in the manner specified in the Site Plan, including a performance bond or letter of credit in such amount and upon such terms as the Planning Commission and Township Board may determine to be necessary to ensure the timely and proper comple­ tion of the Condominium in accordance with the site plan (4) The Planning Commission may require that all common elements and other facilities be constructed and completed poor to issuing an occupancy permit If said improvements are partially completed and occupancy would not impair the health, safety and general welfare of the residents, the building inspector may. upon the recommendation of the Planning Commission, grant an occupancy permit if the Developer deposits a performance bond or letter of credit with the Township Clerk in an amount determined by the Planning Commission to be equal to the cost of the improvements yet to be made. sa*d improvements to be completed within one year of the date of the occupancy permit (f) A "Consent to Submission of Real Property Condominium Project stating the names of all parties which have ownership interests tn the proposed Condomm.um. or other wntten evidence that the applicant has the iega. nght to pu'Chase the sub­ ject property from the owners of record, shall be submitted (g) All Mobile Home Condominium Projects Shafi conform to the requirements of this Ordinance (h) All provisions of the Condominium Planned Unit Development as approved by the Township Board must be incorporated m the recorded Maste' Deed of the Con­ dominium Subsequent proposed changes to the approved Condominium must be reviewed and approved by the Township pursuant to this Chapter A copy of the Master Deed as recorded with the Kent County Register of Deeds must be provid­ ed to the Township within ten days after such recording Section 3. Publication and Effective Date. The Towns'- p Qerk snail pubiisn a sum­ mary of this Ordinance in a newspaper circulated tn the Township This O*d«nance snail be effective immediately upon publication ;1O3) aided. Caledonia Township Treasurer Ruth DeVries agreed. She said that the average Caledonia Township homeowner in the Caledonia School district wiil see his/her property tax drop from 46 mills to 22 mills, depending on that individuals assessment. Even with the 18-mill levy, non-homestead property owners also will see a decrease, from about 46 mills to about 40 mills, she estimated. However, DeVries reminded residents that they will still be paying taxes to Kent County, to Kent In­ termediate School District, to the county jail, to Grand Rapids Community College, and to the Village of Cale­ donia if they live in the village. Residents also will still pay the voted mills to retire debt for school construction. "None of these were affected by the school funding reform legislation." she said The question of whether the new legislation will adequately fund the state s public schools will only be answered in time. Educators and school officials are concerned about whether the new system will provide stability and growth in revenues, especially for school districts like Caledonia and many others in West Michigan schools where enrollment is on the rise. "Legislators also must ensure us growth on the revenue side so that we are able to finance the growih in our enrollment." I Van said. For Caledonia, and other out-of-formula school dis­ tricts, the new system will definitely create a restriction in revenues, she said. The Caledonia School Board, for instance, faces the prospect of cutting SI million from next year’s budget. "But I’m glad it passed." said Caledonia Superintendent Robert Myers "There’s been a lot of insecurity and unknowns for schools in the past few years, because we all knew the property tax system had to be replaced. "I think the sales tax is a good one. We’re now in line with other states in that area." As for the new school funding system he likened it to a three-legged stool. "One leg is the property millage of 18 mills on businesses and six on residences; another leg is the sales lax and the third is the Slate of Michigan General Fund. "We need all three legs to support ixir schools." Dean agreed, and said that schools will need community support more than ever. "We have had about 60 parents and school staff working hard on recommendations fix ways Proposal 4, Pago 13 CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP BOARD March 16. 1994 Th* regular meeting was call­ ed to order at 7:10 p m Present Garbow. R DeVries. Gould. J. DeVries, Jousma. Dieleman. Snyder. Also Present Several citizens. Judy Harrison. Carl Shook Shirley Bruursma, Randy Wilcox MINUTES Approved as printed. BILLS Review. Moved Snyder support Jousma to pay bills os printed Ayes R DeVries Gould, J. DeVries, Jousma. Dieleman. Snyder. Garbow. Mo­ tion Carried. TREASURER AND BUILDING INSPECTION REPORT Reviewed DISTRICT LIBRARY Shirley Bruursma and Carl Shook ex plained the concept and how they came up with the .75 mills Questions on the cost of district library compared with the taxes that the Township receives (Township receives .7993 mills). Can the millage be increased without the vote of the people? No If the District Board wants more than .75 mills con the Township bock out? Yes. What if the Township Board votes to be District Library and the Township Citizens, at the November elec­ tion. decided they don t want that millage, con the Township withdraw’ Yes. with o certain procedure. Discussion was fur­ ther held No decision was mode CEMETERY BIDS Bids were reviewed. Moved J DeVries, support Dieleman to accept the bid of Performance for a total cost of $10 250 00 Ayes Gould J DeVries Jousma. Dielemon. Snyder. Garbow. R DeVries Motion Carried WATER SYSTEM Randy Wilcox presented a proposal for an engineering study of potential water system Discussion was held on how to fund study Township or Developer Board would like to table bring before the developers to see if they ore willing to fund study. DYKEMA PIT Ordinance 494-3Z 2nd Reading Jim Dykema renewed the plan Neighbor Ed Fischer has no obe jection to mining Moved D»elemon support J DeVries to approve recommendation of Planning Commission to amend the Zoning Ordinance and issue a PMR permit Ayes J DeVries Dielemon Snyder Garbow R DeVries Gould. Abstain Jousma Motion Carried PLANNING COMMISSION REPOR’ Gwen by Dieleman PERSONNEL COMMITTEE REPORT Met m a closed session to hold annual review of Planner VanderPioeg Feeng .s that a full time planner is needed Question is where th* funding will come from Discussion was held Moved Gould support D.eleman to h.re Mark full t-me with salary and benefits not to exceed his request Ayes Jousma Dieleman Snyder Gar bow R DeVries Gould. J DeVries Motion carried FUTURE GROWTH COMMIT TEE Don Jokel reviewed the committees recommendation for full police protection Sixteen hours seven days a week The committee is recommending 2 5 mills for police, fire and operating. ORDINANCE 194 1 2nd Reading Discussion was held Moved Snyder, support Gould to adopt Ordinance 494-1 that amends Ordinance No 73-2, Or dinance No 73-3, and Ordinance No 73-4 Ayes J DeVries Jousma. Dieleman, Snyder. Gar bow. R. DeVries. Gould. Motion Carried. ORDINANCE 494 4Z 1st reading to amend Zoning Or dinonce of th* Charter Township of Caledonia. In regards to Condominiums. ORDINANCE 494 5Z 1st reading to amend th* text of the Zoning Ordinance in regards to maximum lot coverage in I-1 and 1-2 Districts. ORDINANCE 494 6Z 1st reading to amend the Zoning Or­ dinance in regards to PMR ojserations WORKSHOP FOR PLANNER Improving community op pearance Moved J DeVries support R DeVries to allow Planner VanderPloeg to attend this workshop on April 26 for a cost of $R5 00 Ayes Dieleman Snyder Garbow R DeVries Gould J DeVries Jousma Mo tion Carried OTHER BUSINESS Thanks to Norma Sprite for all the work that she has done at the Township in the past three weeks and also to Sherry Phillips for the work she pul in on the Compau Kettle Loke sewer study Treasurer DeVries would like permission to purchase scanner wands for the Treasurer and Assessor This would make it simple for tax bills and of fidavits Io be scanned for input into the computer Moved Snyder, support Gould to pur­ chase two wands for th* office Ayes Snyder Garbow R DeVries Gould J DeVries Jousma. Dieleman Motion Car ried Question was raised about property where th* citizens can take leaves and tree trimming. ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS REPORT Given by Steve Gould Moved Snyder support Jousma to adjourned at 10 00 p m Ayes Garbow. R DeVries. Gould J DeVries, Jousma Dieleman. Snyder Respectfully submitted. Patricia Snyder . Clerk (100) TO THE RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS OF YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP, BARRY CO., Ml AND OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS: NOTICE of MEETING PLEASE TAKE NOTICE the Yankee Springs Township Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a meeting TUESDAY, APRIL 5, 1994, at 7:30 P M. at the Township Hall, 284 N. Briggs Road, Middleville, Ml, to hear the following variance request: A request by Michael Powers to vary side and rear lot setbacks for the construction of a new home to be located at 10961 Gun Lake Road, Middleville, Ml 49333. Material pertaining to the above subject may be examined at the Township Hall during regular office hours. Yankee Springs Township will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and ser vices, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed material being con­ sidered at the hearing upon five (5) days notice to the Yankee Springs Township Clerk. Individ­ uals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Yankee Springs Township Clerk by writing or calling the Clerk at the address or telephone number listed herein. Harvey E. Vander Bee, Clerk Telephone 795-9091 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I March 22. 1994 / Page 13 Feasibility study proposed Caledonia Township to consider public water for high density area by Barbara Gall ' Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Board last week tabled a pro­ posed feasibility study on br­ inging public water to an area of the township targeted for high density development The board will discuss the proposal with developers in the area before deciding how to proceed with such a study With a mobile home park already approved, and a con dominium project under con­ sideration in an area bounded roughly by 76th Street. Kraft Avenue. Patterson Avenue and 68th Street, concern over water surfaced at the last Township Planning Commis­ sion meeting As a result. Randy Wilcox of the engineering firm Wilcox Associates presented the board Wednesday with a proposal to study “all the op­ tions” for bringing public water to that area of the township He said that a public water system needs to be considered in that area because of the need for adequate fire protec­ tion in a high density area and because “in that area, the geology docs not lend itself to public wells.” He said there arc many PROPOSAL A posssible ways public water might be brought to the area through the Wyoming-Grand Rapids system, from Cascade, possibly in conjunction with the Village of Caledonia ex by the township providing its own system The least desirable option would be to do nothing at all. he said A study that would explore all these options and provide some recommendations to the township would cost an estimated $4,800. Wilcox said. The Township Board agreed that the study should be done ft also favored the suggestion that the developers in the high density area be consulted about and perhaps even help pay for the study “There's defimtitely a need (for the study )." said Trustee John Dieleman “We don’t really know anything about water * He added that such a study would help the Planning Com­ mission know w hat it should look for in discussing water issues with developers. Wilcox pointed out that with the township sewer line Youth baseball sign up Thornapple Kellogg Youth Baseball sign-up day is Satur­ day. March 26. from 10 a m. -2 pm. at Page Elementary Ball players may also register with the form printed in last week s Sun and News or by picking up a registration form from the principals of­ fice at any of Middleville's elementary schools or the middle scb<x>l Mail-in registrations should be post marked no later than March 28. Registration for the TKYB outing to see the West Michigan White Caps plas ball on Saturday. May 28. will also begin on “Sign-up Day . " All fnends and relatives of TKYB participants are invited to take in this game Tickets will be $3.50 each, and must be purchased thru TKYB by April 15. Absolutely no seats can be not what it was under the pnor system." she said "But it's still improvement overall." an 44 ...for a district to achieve its foundation funding, it must ask its voters to approve the additional 18-mill levy on businesses and other non-homestead property in the district. ORDINANCE NO. 94-5Z AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE TEXT OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS. (Maximum lot coverage in 1-1 and 1-2 Districts) Section 1. Section 13.6(f) of the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia is hereby amended so as to read in its entirety as follows: Section 13.6 Area Regulations. No building or structure shall be erected nor shall any building or structure be enlarged unless the following yards, lot area and building coverage requirements are pro­ vided and maintained in connection with such building structure or enlargement. (a), (b), (c), (d) and (e) (No change) (f) Lot coverage - Not more than 40% of the area of a lot or parcel shall be occupied by buildings or other structures. Areas used for outdoor storage shall be included in determining maximum per­ mitted lot coverage. Section 2. Section 14.6(f) of the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia is hereby amended so as to read in its entirety as follows: Section 14.6 Area Regulations. No building or structure shall be erected nor shall any building or structure be enlarged unless the following yards, lot area and building coverage requirements are pro­ vided and maintained in connection with such building structure or enlargement. (a), (b), (c), (d) and (e) (No change) (f) Lot coverage Not more than 40% of the area of a lot or parcel shall be occupied by buildings or other structures Areas used for outdoor storage shall be included in determining maximum per­ mitted lot coverage Section 3. Publication and Effective Date. This Ordinance shall become effective upon its publication or upon the publication of a sum­ mary of its provisions in a newspaper of general circulation in the Township. First Reading: March 16, 1994 Patricia Snyder. Clerk Charter Township of Caledonia public water in the area. Gar bow said he would contact the developers to learn about their interest in a public water system Discussion on the issue will continue at the board’s April meeting In other business. the board: — Approved 6 0 a planned mineral removal (PMR) per­ mit for Dy kema Excavating to mine and then rehabilitate the former Pace sand pit on Whitneyville Road Trustee Gordon Jousma abstained. — Empowered its Person nel Committee to negotiate a full-time contract for Township Planner Mark VanderPloeg. who presently works only three days for the township The committee is authorized to set up an ap­ propriate benefits package for Vander Ploeg — Heard a report from the Township Future Growth Committee, which recom­ mends the township ask voters to approve a 2 5 millage, with 1.25 mills to pay fw 16 hours per day of police protection The remaining millage would provide adequate the township adequate operating costs — Discussed joining a county-wide district library system (See related story.) added to our group after April 15 A coaches meeting to form teams will be held on March 29. at 7 pm. at the Thomap pie Township Hall. All TKYB coaches and those who wish to be. are invited to attend Send registration forms to: Mike Bremer. TKYB. PO Box 472. Middleville. Mi 49333. CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN from Page 12 to cut our cost* without endangering programs." she said (Sec related story.) "That is absolutely wonderful. But we ll still need our voters to approve all the non-homestead mills in order for us to operate under this system. "The stability and the opportunity for growth is scheduled for completion this summer, developers arc going to want to begin work on the projects already approved for the area High density projects like mobile home parks require public sewer before they can be constructed “It would benefit the developers to go with a municipal water system right now." observed Township Supervisor Tom Garbow Trustee Steve Gould sug­ gested that developers bear the cost of the study since they would benefit from having Minutes of a regular meeting of the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia, held at the Township and Village Hall, Caledonia, on the 16 day of March, 1994. at 7:30 p.m. Present Garbow, R. DeVries, Gould, J DeVries, Jousma, Dieleman, Snyder. The following ordinance was offered by Snyder and supported by Gould. NO. 94-1 AN ORDINANCE to amend Ordinance No. 73-2, Ordinance No 73-3, and Ordinance No. 73-4 of the Charier Township of Caledonia THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS; Section 1. Section 3 of Ordinance No. 73-2, an ordinance to prohibit disorderly conduct and other miscellaneous offenses, is hereby amended so as to read in its entirety as follows; “Section 3. Penalty. Any person, firm or corporation who shall violate any of the provisions of this Oridnance shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon conviction, shall be punished by a fine of not more than $500 and the cost of prosecution, or shall be imprisoned in the Kent County Jail for not more than 90 days, or both, such fine and imprisonment to be in the discretion of the court. Each day dur­ ing which any violation continues shall be deemed a separate offense The Township attorney is authorized to prosecute such violation. In addition, the Township Board, the attorney for the Township or the prosecuting attorney for Kent County may institute injunction, mandamus, abatement or any other ap propriate action or proceeding to prevent, enjoin, abate or remove any viola­ tion of this Ordinance. The rights and remedies provided herein are cumulative and are in addition to all remedies provided by law." Section 2. Section 3 of the Ordinance No. 73-3, an ordinance to prevent, reduce or eliminate blight within the Township, and to secure the public health, safety and general welfare by prohibiting the accumulation of trash and junk other than in sanitary landfills or licensed junk yards, is hereby amended so as to read in its entirety as follows; “Section 3 Penalty. Any person, firm or corporation who shall violate any of the provisions of this Ordinance shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon conviction, shall be punished by a fine of not more than $500 and the cost of prosecution, or shall be imprisoned in the Kent County Jail for not more than 90 days, or both, such fine and imprisonment to be in the discretion of the court. Each day dur­ ing which any violation continues shall be deemed a separate offense The Township attorney is authorized to prosecute such violation. In addition, the Township Board, the attorney for the Township or the prosecuting attorney for Kent County may institute injunction, mandamus, abatement or any other ap­ propriate action or proceeding to prevent, enjoin, abate or remove any viola­ tion of this Ordinance. The rights and remedies provided herein are cumulative and are in addition to all remedies provided by law.** Section 3. Section 4 of Ordinance No. 73-4, an ordinance to provide for the regulation and removal of junked and inoperable vehicles and motor vehicles, is hereby amended so as to read in its entirety as follows; "Section 4 Penalty. Any person, firm or corporation who shall violate any of the provisions of this Ordinance shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon conviction, shall be punished by a fine of not more than $500 and the cost of prosecution, of shall be imprisoned in the Kent County Jail for not more than 90 days, or both, such fine and imprisonment to be in the discretion of the court. Each day dur­ ing which any violation continues shall be deemed a separate offense. The Township attorney is authorized to prosecute such violation. In addition, the Township Board, the attorney for the Township or the prosecuting attorney for Kent County may institute injunction, mandamus, abatement or any other appropnate action or proceeding to prevent, enjoin, abate or remove any viola­ tion of this Ordinance. The rights and remedies provided herein are cumulative and are in addition to all remedies provided by law ” Section 4. This ordinance shall become effective upon its publication or upon the publication of a summary of its provisions in a local newspaper of general circulation. First Reading: February 16, 1994 Second Reading; March 16, 1994 (105) �Page 14 / The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I March 22. 1994 For more than 20 years. Michigan leaders have made educa tKm reform and cutting property taxes the first two items on their priority lusts Looking hack to the early 1970s. we find former Governor Bill Milliken in his first State of the State ad­ dress citing education reform as the Legislature's top priority In that same address, he called upon the legislature to examine the heavy property tax burden, saying ‘ The tax burden on the individual now approaches the limits of tolerance Even with all of this attention, these issues had always evaded a real solution. In 1993. the state Legislture rose to the occasion and voted to wipe out property taxes as a way of funding schools. Six mon ths and many meetings later, on the even of Christmas, we hammered out a deal that offered Michigan citizens two dif­ ferent options: a ballot and a back-up plan Both fully funded schools and cut property taxes, but only one was wholly good for the state and its residents This week. Michigan voters made a most historical decision by overwhelmingly voting “yes" on Proposal A By doing so. they have reaffirmed a commitment to school children, tax­ payers and job providers. Proposal A was the best choice for there is more we can do to help those dependent on the state to this state; really, the only choice. become self-reliant. As many state and national leaders have As a father of four children who attend public schools. 1 noted, welfare was designed as a temporary safety net. but has believe the proposal’s constitutionally guaranteed funding level unfortunately evolved into a hammock because of a lack of in­ for public school children is a key component of the plan. So is centives We will concentrate on broadening education and job the fact that our schools will be more equitably and fully fund­ training programs ed m the coming years Michigan lawmakers also hear and share people's concern As a taxpayer and a homeowner. I am looking forward to with increasing violent crime, and we plan to do all we can to significantly lower property taxes, with my assessments cap­ make our streets safer. On the front burner are truth-inped each year at 5 percent or inflation, whichever is lower. sentencmg and sentencing guidelines proposals, which will en­ As a fanner and a businessman. I am confident the lower in­ sure convicted offenders sene the sentence they earn and come tax and better overall balance of taxation will keep our desene. We have also continually supported legislation in­ economic recovery rolling and encourage job growth — which creasing the rights of crime victims, enhancing their notifica­ is good for everyone tion. protection and restitution rights But let me say this Proposal A s passage does not mean And because I have seen the rewards. I will continue to fight lawmakers can sit back and relax Though we have climbed a better part of the mountain, we still have a distance to hike to - for tax cuts and fairer taxation In the past three years, we have cut taxes six times and consistently limited government bring Michigan to the top of the nation — and the world. We growth. As a result, our unemploy ment rate has fallen below must now focus our attention on issues of school quality, the national average for the first time in 25 years and more peo­ welfare reform, anti-cnme legislation and limited government ple are working in this state than ever before. Hus. our state growth will enjoy a $3l5-nullion surplus this year, in contrast to the We did accomplish some noteworthy education reforms S1.8-billion deficit we inherited m 1990 throughout this process, including the passage of charter Michigan has set a positive example for the rest of the coun­ school legislation But because we concentrated heavily on ful­ try in more ways than one. If we continue on our current path. ly funding schools, we put some quality issues on hold. Now is I am confident we will continue to serve as a national role our time to finish the job. Another top priority is further welfare reform. We have model. made terrific strides in this area in the past three years, though The first practical syn­ thetic fiber was patented in 1884 by French inven­ tor Hilaire Chardonnet. CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN Minutes of a regular meeting of the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia, held al the Township and Village Hall. 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, on the 16 day of March. 1994. at 7:00 p m Present Garbow, R DeVries, Gould, J, DeVries. Jousma. Dieleman and Synder The following ordinance was offered by Dieleman and supported by J DeVries ORDINANCE NO. 94-3Z AN ORDINANCE to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia (Dykema Whitneyville Avenue Sand and Gravel Pit) THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS Section 1. The Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia is hereby amend­ ed by the amendment of Section 4.2 thereof, the Zoning Map, so as to rezone the follow­ ing described lands from the PMR Planned Mineral Removal District (Pace Excavating) to the PMR Planned Mineral Removal District in accordance with the final mineral removal plan for the Dykema Whitneyville Avenue PMR District, with mineral removal to be in ac­ cordance with the Planned Mineral Removal Permit approved by the Township Planning Commission for the Dykema Whitneyville Avenue Sand and Gravel Pit Parcel A: A parcel of land in the Northwest 1/4 of Section 14, Town 5 North, Range 10 West, Caledonia Township, Kent County. Michigan, described as follows Begin­ ning at the Southwest comer of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 14; thence North 00*59'55’' West along the North and South 1/4 line of said section 1097.00 feet, thence North 89*37'12" East 1440.00 feet, thence South 00*59’55” East 712.79 feet, thence North 87*26’30" West 1382.57 feet, thence South 00*59’55" East 455 09 feet to a point on the East and West 1/4 line of said Section 14; thence South 89*37’12’ West along said East and West 1/4 line of said section 60 feet to the place of beginning Parcel B: Commencing at a point 350 feet North of the center of Section 14. Town 5 North. Range 10 West, Caledonia Township, Kent County. Michigan, thence West 1200 feet parallel to the East and West 1/4 line of said section; thence North 72 feet; thence Southeasterly to a point on the centerline of said section which is 40 feet North of the point of beginning; thence 40 feet South to the point of beginning and also to rezone the following described lands from the R-R Rural Residential District to the PMR Planned Mineral Removal District in accordance with the final mineral removal plan for the Dykema Whitneyville Avenue PMR District, with mineral removal to be in ac­ cordance with the Planned Mineral Removal Permit approved by the Township Planning Commission for the Dykema Whitneyville Avenue Sand and Gravel Pit: Parcel C: That part of the Northwest 1/4 of Section 14. Town 5 North. Range 10 West, Caledonia Township, Kent County. Michigan, described as Commencing at the Southwest corner of said Northwest 1/4; thence North 89*37 12" East 60 0 feet along the South line of said Northwest 1/4; thence North 00*59 55 West 455 09 feet parallel with the West line of said Northwest 1/4. thence South 87*26 30 East 1382.57 feet to the point of beginning; thence South 00*59’55 East 33.73 feet, thence North 89*35'54" East 6 05 feet parallel with the South line of said Northwest 1/4 to a point which is North 00*41’14 West 350 00 feet along the East line of said Northwest 1/4 and South 89*35 54 West 1200 00 feet from the Southeast comer of said Northwest 1/4. thence North 00*41'14 West 72 00 feet thence North 88*52’28 West 6 45 feet, thence South 00*59'55 East 38 44 feet to the point of beginning and also to rezo.ie the following described lands from the R-R Rural Residential District to the PMR Planned Mineral Removal Ostnct in accordance with the final mineral removal plan for the Dykema Whitneyville Avenue PMR District, with mineral removal to be in ac­ cordance with the Planned Mineral Removal Permit, with attached Licensing Agreement between the applicant and Consumers Power Company, as approved by the Township planning Commission for the Dykema Whitneyville Avenue Sand and Gravel Pit Parcel D: A parcel of land in the Northwest 1 4 of Section 14 Town 5 North Range 10 West, described as follows To find the place of beginning of this description com­ mence at the West 1/4 comer of sard Sect on 14. run thence North 89*371? East along the East West 14 nne of said section 60 00 feet tc the place of beginning of this desenp tion. thence North 0*59 55 West 455 09 feet thence Soutn 87*26 30" East 1382 57 *eet thence South 0*59 55 East 34.21 feet, thence North 89*37'12" East 1206 78 feet to the North-South 1/4 line of said section, thence South 0*40'50 East along said NorthSouth 1/4 hne 350 00 feet to the East West 1 4 i.ne of said section; thence South 89*37 12 West along said East West 1/4 hne 2584 84 feet to the place of beginning Section 2. All ordinances or parts of ordinances n conflict with the provisions of this ordinance shall be and they hereby are rescinded This ordinance shah become effective upon the publication of a summary thereof in a newspaper of general circulation within the Township First Reading February 16. 1994 004) Second Reading: March 16. 1994 Constructive input needed for village To the editor: The ballot issue on dissolu­ tion of the village is finally over. The residents of the Village have spoken loud and clear by the overwhelming vote in favor of keeping the village a village political unit of government The historical heritage of the village, as well as the many services they have pro­ vided. is very important and can be provided best by keep­ ing local control over their tax dollars. 1 have been involved in local township government for almost 20 years and pro­ bably the most disturbing aspect of this dissolution drive was the manner in which the committee chose to operate. In the many years I have at­ tended village meetings. I cannot remember ever seeing one member of the committee 11J4567I9O1H4S67I9OIH4S6719O1H I FACTS & i FIGURES lB4567»9OtlM%7l9OtH4U7t9Oin Turning trash into cash: After three years of re­ search and ten years of ex­ perience around the coun­ try, a new way to deal with dirt is available to many American communities. attend a meeting or express a concern for the taxes or ser­ vices provided by the village in their regular or budget meetings This I believe led to the financial information on the projected tax savings that the committee began distributing Unless you are actually in­ volved in the process of government, it is very dif­ ficult to make accurate projec­ tions for the cost of services provided to the residents. Also, the fact that the cam paign was managed by a resi­ dent of the township instead of a resident of the village created suspicion that help create a major credibility pro blem with the committee and what they were actually trying to accomplish. The fact that the vote was overwhelming in favor in keeping the village intact does not mean that all residents are satisfied with the taxes and services provided With many new residents, there will be more and different ideas on how best to govern the village and provide for these services. I believe the village, as well TO THE RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS OF YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY. MICHIGAN and OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS: NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION Date Time: Place This recycling and com­ posting system for munici­ pal solid w aste disposal can handle over 200 tons of garbage per eight hour shift, leaving it contami­ nant free and cutting by as much as 90 percent the amount that has to go to landfill. Community leaders interested in this Geophile International. Inc system for saving money as well as the environment can get free brochures and video­ tape from Peter Friedman. Metropolitan. PO Box 1086, Carmel. New York 10512. as the township, welcomes new ideas through citizen in volvcment in the many meetings and hearings we have. It is through these pro cedures that constructive change comes, not by sitting on the outside complaining and deciding to do away with the village without much thought of a viable alternative to provide the services needed at a reasonable cost I would urge the members of the dissolution committee who have worked so hard on this issue to become involved in village government in a constructive manner (I repeat constructive), if they wish to sec some of the changes they desire I would hope that respect for both sides of this issue can be appreciated. The village is changing rapidly and constructive input will be needed if the growth is to be managed in a way that will not destroy the small town atmosphere that we all appreciate. Let's not lose this very important part of our heritage Jerry Good, former Caledonia Township Supervisor April 21. 1994 7 30 pm. Yankee Springs Township Hall 284 N Briggs, Middleville, Ml 49333 Purpose To consider request from Gary and Miava Gravelyn to rezone property at 12480 Oakwood Shores from Agricultural to Residential Legal Description Lot 1. Pinewood Estates, located in Section 7 of Yankee Springs Township, Barry County, Michigan, PP *0816-007-400-10 Owner of Record: Gary Gravelyn 12480 Oakwood Shores. Wayland, Ml 49348 Material pertaining to the above subject may be examin­ ed at the township hail by appointment with the clerk. Yankee Springs Township will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the nearing impaired and audio tapes of printed material being considered at the hearing upon five (5) days notice to the Yankee Springs Township Clerk Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Yankee Springs Township Clerk by writing or calling the Clerk at the add'ess or telephone number listed herein Harvey E. Vander Bee Clerk Telephone 795 9091 (106) �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I March 22. 1994 / Page 15 Caledonia Township tables decision on district library vote b> Barbara Gall Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Board agreed Wednesday to table a decision on whether it would put a district library proposal before township voters Board members did agree, however, that permitting the vote seemed to be the only way township residents would have a say in whether a district library system should be put into effect Kent County Library Board members Shirley Buursma and Carl Shook were on hand at the meeting to explain the district library proposal and answer questions Buursma said the Kent County Library Board is ask­ ing all of its 26 member bran­ ches to approve replacing the present county system with the district-type structure Under the new system, the county library network would be funded by a dedicated millage, rather than by annual assessments on each member municipality The board estimates that a minimum levy of .55 mills would be necessary to operate the library system at its pre­ sent level with a maximum operating millage estimated at .75 mills State law allows a district library to levy up to two mills for operating costs. She said that the average Caledonia Township household would be taxed about $.18 a year fix library service* under the distnet system "If all our present members join, the millage could be lower." Buursma said. She told the board that the district library would help / member branches pay for their library building maintenance and member branches would not need to charge a rental fee for videos and other equipment To change to a district system, however, requires voter approval. and before the question appears on the local ...the average Caledonia Township household would be taxed about $38 a year for library services under the district system. ballot, the governing board or county for a four-year term Caledonia Township Clerk council in each member municipality must agree to put Pat Snyder questioned the dif­ ference between the present the question before its voters If the Township Board, for Caledonia assessment of about instance, would agree to the $45.(XXi and the $140,000 that proposal and put the question a district library system would on the ballot. Caledonia take out of the township. Township residents would Buursma said the higher become members of the new costs reflect the growth in the Caledonia area and the district library system if it passes in all the Kent County decreasing revenues from municipalities that chose to other sources like penal fines, which go to fund the county sign on A failed vote would mean library She said that the Kent Coun­ the library system would re­ main under its current ty system is the lowest in the stale in the cost per materials’ structure If Caledonia did not choose circulation, and pointed out to join the district library at that 44 percent of Caledonia this time, the county would residents use their local reclaim all its library library The Kent County Board materials, furnishings and equipment, leaving only the hopes to have the district library building and any library vote on the November materials that had been ballot. Buursma said Local municipalities have donated specifically to the until May I to decide whether Caledonia branch The librarian also is a coun­ to join the proposed system. ty employee, and would be So far. of tghe 26 branches, removed from the Caledonia the City of Lowell. Tyrone Township and Nelson position There is provision for a Township have joined, she municipality to join the said The Caledonia Township system later, just as there is provision for a municipality to Board said it would be in­ terested in hearing from drop out. Buursma said that the residents on the question, and district library would be the County Library Board has governed by an eight-member supplied board members with board representing the eight information packets on the geographical sections of the proposal The board said it would county. Caledonia, for exam­ ple. would be teamed with prefer letters from residents Gaines Township and the City rather than phone calls. Opi mons on the library issue of Kentwood. Each section would recom­ should be sent to the township mend a representative, who in office. 250 Maple turn would be approved by the You can PLACE A CLASSIFIED AD in any ol lhe eight J-Ad Graphics publications seven-days-a-week, 24 hours-a-day... □ Reminder □ Advisor (Marshall) O Lakewood News O Maple Valley News O Weekender O Shopper (Battle Creek) □ Sun & News O Banner ...by calling 948-4450 then press 3 on your touch tone phone. mm DIRECTORY mm iiim \ __ / \ You’ll be asked your name, address and phone number, also which papers) you want your ad to appear — when and how many weeks — Recite your ad — you can even charge the ad to your Visa or MasterCard After you've answered a question press the star key I"7! or pause for three or more seconds and the program will automatically proceed to the next question. 000 000 Ordinance No. 94-6Z ihtlll a % > H jI H 1 i £ J i i E Ea Ba Ea Ez E B ! ! ! ! I I ! AN ORDINANCE to amend the Zoning Ordinance I of the Charter Township of Caledonia I THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS I Section 1. Amendment of Section 17.5. Section 17.5(a) of the Charter Township of I Caledonia Zoning Ordinance is hereby amended so as to read in its entirety as follows I (a) Mineral removal operations shall be approved for a duration of not more than I three years, unless the Planning Commission determines that there are unusual cir I cumstances which justify a removal period of greater duration Upon or prior to the I expiration of a PMR permit, the Planning Commission may recommend and the I Township Board may approve the renewal of the permit for a successive period of I not more than three years duration, unless the Planning Commission determines that I there are unusual circumstances which justify a permit renewal period of greater dura- I tion. In considering whether to recommend that a PMR permit be renewed, the Ptann I ing Commission may. but need not. convene a public hearing, in considering whether I to approve a renewal of a PMR permit, the Township Board may. but need not. con- I vene a public heanng In either case, the public notice for any such hearing shall be I the same as that otherwise required for the original granting of a PMR permit Other I matters concerning renewal of PMR permits shall be as provided in Section 17 13 of I this Ordinance. In all other respects. Section 17 5 shall remain unchanged Section 2. Renewal of Permit. Chapter XVII of the Charter Township of Caledonia Zon ing Ordinance is hereby amended by adding Section 17.13 thereto as follows Section 17 13 Renewal of PMR Permits. (a) This Section applies only to the renewal of PMR permits for extraction of minerals I from the same location or locations as permitted under an existing PMR permit Ap­ plications for permission to expand mineral removal operations beyond the location approved under an existing PMR permit must follow the procedure set forth in this Chapter for issuance of a PMR permit, including rezoning to the PMR District If necessary ; (b) An applicant shall apply for renewal of a PMR permit not less than 120 days before the expiration of the permit However, all of the applicant’s rights and privileges arts ing under the permit shall terminate at the expiration thereof, if the permit has not then been renewed, and in that event all PMR operations covered by the expiring per­ mit shall then cease, except emergency operations required to protect the public safety and except as stated in this paragraph Such termination of rights and privileges under , a PMR permit, at the time of expiration thereof, shall take place even though an appli cant may have applied for renewal thereof and even though proceedings tor such renewal may have commenced, unless the Planning Commission in its discretion votes by majority vote of those present to temporarily extend an expiring PMR permit dur ing the period required for proceedings to consider renewal of the permit (however, such vote for temorary extension of the permit may be rescinded, and such exten sion shall then have no further effect, in the event that the applicant unduly delays such proceedings, whether by action or inaction. Upon the conclusion of proceedings for renewal of a PMR permit. PMR operations may be resumed if and to the extent covered by the PMR permit as renewed. (c) An application for renewal shall consist of the following (1) the Supervisor's Certificate of Compliance, as described in subsection (d) below, (2) a copy of the original application for PMR permit, with addendum updating the information from the original application and supplying any information missing on the original application; (3) a revised PMR plan, drawn and sealed by a registered civil engineer, showing the areas of the site which are currently under excavation, which are In the pro­ cess of reclamation, and which have been reclaimed. (4) an application fee established by resolution of the Township Board The Planning Commission and/or Township Board may require additional informs tion if necessary or useful for decision or may waive application requirements, (not including the Certificate of Compliance) if information is not necessary for decision (d) Neither the Planning Commission nor Township Board shall consider an applica­ tion for renewal unless the applicant submits a Certificate of Compliance signed by the Township Supervisor, which states that the mineral removal operation, as of a time not more than 120 days before expiration of the present permit, is in compliance with the present PMR permit and all Township Ordinances, and that all required mineral removal fees have been paid. Upon request by an applicant for a Certificate of Com pliance, the Township Supervisor shall promptly arrange to have the PMR operation reviewed and inspected. If the Supervisor finds that the operation is tn compliance, the Supervisor shall issue a Certificate of Compliance The Certificate shall also describe any past violations which have been rectified If the Supervisor finds that the operation is not presently in compliance, the Supervisor shall notify the applicant of the steps necessary to cure such deficiency. The issuance of a Certificate of Com­ pliance does not bind the Planning Commission or Township Board to recommend approval of or to approve a renewal of the PMR permit. (e) In making decisions regarding renewal, the Planning Commission and the Township Board shall apply the standards of approval applicable to new permits under this Ordinance, taking into consideration current conditions in the vicinity, the opera tional history under the previous PMR Permit, and any complaints or comments about the PMR operation In their discretion, the Planning Commission and/or Township Board may convene public hearings on the PMR Permit renewal application, but neither the Planning Commission nor Township Board is required to do so Conditions may be attached to the renewal which are in addition to, or different from these contained in the previous permit. Section 3. Section 17.14. The Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia is hereby amended by the addition of Section 17.14, as follows Section 17.14 Enforcement (a) The enforcement of the terms of PMR District rezoning and a PMR permit may be directed against the PMR applicant and all operators acting or purporting to act under such permit, or any of them Full and timely compliance with ail of the terms of this chapter and all of the terms of the applicable PMR permit is a condition for the continued effectiveness of the permit or for any renewal thereof (b) In the enforcement of the provisions of this chapter and those of any PMR per mit, the Township may avail itself of ail procedures and remedies described in Chapter XXIII of this Ordinance and all other remedies provided by law (c) The Township Supervisor or other designated Township representative shall act as the agent of the Township Board in the administration, supervision and enforcement ment of PMR permits The Township Supervisor or other designated Township represen tative shall be entitled to access to the applicant s PMR lands during reasonable business hours, so as to assist in verifying the applicant s compliance with ail of the terms of the PMR Distnet rezoning and the PMR permit The Township Supervisor is authorized to demand compliance with the terms of this chapter and the PMR permit, | and if the Supervisor is unable to secure such compliance, the Supervisor is authonz ed to issue an order directing the applicant and any operator to cease immediately ail mineral removal on or from the premises and ail other operations relating thereto, either permanently or for such penod of time as may be required or appropriate for obtaining and assunng compliance with all of the terms of this chapter and the PMR permit (d) Upon the issuance of a stop order or any other order or directive requiring the ceasing of PMR operations by the Township Supervisor or other designated Township representative, the applicant and any PMR operator shall have no further right or privilege to continue or to conduct any PMR operations or related activities on or in connection with the lands covered by the relevant PMR permit, except emergency operations required to protect the public safety and except any limited operations or activities which may be authorized under the terms of any such order or other direc live In enforcing any such stop order, the Township may avail itself of the remedies and procedures set forth in Chapter XXIII of this Ordinance and ail other remedies provided by law Section 3. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall become effective upon its publication I or upon the publication of a summary of its provisions in a local newspaper of general I circulation. ORDINANCE DECLARED ADOPTED I First Reading March 16. 1994 (101) �Page 16 I The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml / March 22. 1994 TK girls9 selling “pass ports” tWrU* 13 TK volleyball takes out victory of OK Blue The Middleville girls' soc­ cer squad will be earning money for special equipment by selling “Pizza Hut Passports" over the next two weeks The “passport" is a plastic card entitling the bearer to a free pizza of lesser size for every one purchased at the Members of the Middleville girls soccer squod en­ joy o pizza break during practice thanks to the new Pizza Hut Passport. Pictured ore: (bock, from left) Katie Zoerner Rachel DeVormer, Britt Haraburda: (front), Arnie Evons, Saroh Koechele. regular pnee The card is good at any Pizza Hut and can be used 36 times through the end of the year. AFFORDABLE IU Family Dental Care Donald B. Siegehuis, D.D.S 891-1240 We welcome new patients. Please call for your appointment available Monday-Saturday. 9505 Cherry Valley Rd. Caledonia • on M-37 ■ in the new State Farm Bldg MMh just north of the light.iwRF The Middteville varsity volleyball team holds the trophy it received for winning the OK Blue Conference championship The team defeated Byron Center in the semi­ finals 15-5,15-11 and Hamilton 15-9. 15-9 for the first out right championship for the team. Carta Ploeg. front left, set a school record with 63 kills in one day the day of the tournament Others recognized by coach Cindy Middlebush were tumor Becky Hotwerda with 35 kills and 16 serving aces and setter Jaime Strater's 109 assists The passers were Amy Missad, Metta Bedrick and Katie Berg. The blocker was Vikki Jansen _____________________________________________ p to 30% OFF The cost is $10 per card and can be ordered through any player or the Middleville girls' soccer squad and by calling 795-7727 before Tues­ day. March 29. CLEARANCE ON ALL cold weather gear TK squad traveling south The Thomapple Kellogg combined junior varsity and varsity baseball teams will travel to Nashville. Tennessee during spring break. April 3-7 in an attempt to better develop skills and talents The group will tour Vander bill University, visit the Opryland Amusement Park, take in a Vanderbilt baseball game, and see the replica of the Greek Parthenon on the outskirts of the Vanderbilt Campus. The group is soliciting financial support through a submarine sandwich sale which runs the remainder of this week. Coaches Tim Penfield and Jon Greenman expressed ex­ citement and anticipation as the event draws near In ail. 17 ballplayers will accompany the coaching staff The objective is to develop fundamentals and technique in a warm climate. The varsity squad opens its season April 13 by traveling to Gull Lake for a non conference game, while the junior varsity team entertains the perenial power in the TK field. PW/a • LaCross Boots • Carhartt clothing A. morel Now $ the time to stock up for next winter. Caledonia Farmers Elevator 136 E. 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Published Every Wednesday TOTAL AUDITED DISTRIBUTION AC CGA TOTAL AUDITED DISTRIBUTION 17,129 The Sun and Netos CIRCULATION OVER 6,000 7,000 CIRCULATE lrkTTujood CIRCULATION OVER 3,200 CIRCULATION OVER news 6,000 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- —----------- l The Print Shop Commercial Printer Web & Sheetfed Offset • Flyers • Newsletters • Tickets • Brochures • Stationery • Business Cards • Invitations • Newspapers • Programs • Minitabs • Carbonless Forms • • Magazines HASTINGS, MICHIGAN 1-616-945-5078 1-616-945-9554 CHARLOTTE, MICHIGAN 1-517-543-4041 �Page 18 I The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / March 22, 1994 Middleville Clovers take “beef tour” Jim Robertson, jr shows one of the steers that will be ready to show at the Barry County Fair is July Zomerlei Construction Co. Custom Homes • Remodeling Additions • Decks Carpenter - Contractor Licensed & Insured Middleville * Call Jack 795-7458 Ca>7 the Sun & News today to place your Classfied Ad. To acquaint the Middleville Clovers with each other, and see how each is doing with the steers that will be their entries in the Barry County Fair this year, a “beef tour” was conducted Saturday. At the farm of Jim Robertson, the crew stopped for a photo just outside the bam. They are (first row, left to right) Christy Lettinga. Tyler Wenger, Susie Lund. Nicky Lettinga, Jessica Wenger, Levi Wenger, (second row) Travis Wenger, Samantha VanderSloot, (back row) Noah Wenger, Matt Lund, Chad Blaisdell. Chad Lettinga, Jim Robertson, Jr. and Chanda Wenger. Not pictured are Amanda. Amy and Janine Dykstra. Sleepless nights lead to sleepy days M<nt Americans are aware that proper nutation and regular exercise play signifi­ cant roles in maintaining good health Many people, however, do not realize that getting enough sleep is an equally important health concern In any given year, more than 50 million Americans will experience a significant sleep problem, according to the National Sleep Founda­ tion For many, sleep pro­ blems are chronic, having an enormous impact upon quality of life. Millions of individuals live much of their lives in a fog of unrelenting sleepiness and fatigue Insomnia is even more a daytime problem than a night­ time one. Insufficient amounts of sleep can significantly im­ pair a person's concentration, memory, ability to accomplish daily tasks, enjoyment of in­ terpersonal relationships, ability to handle stress and physical well-being. Insomnia can also be hazardous in other ways. For instance, people with chronic insomnia are more likely to be involved in auto accidents. Fragmented Sleep Insomnia is the inability to achieve continuous sleep at night. The sleep is fragmented and disrupted by sleep disorders, and sometimes in­ somniacs cannot sleep at all. Causes of general insomnia include stress from a family crisis, such as the death of a loved one; work-related pressure; medical problems; use of alcohol, caffeine or other drugs; changes in sleep schedule, including shift work and jet lag; changes in en­ vironment, such as a new sleeping place, and depression. Drinking an alcoholic beverage before going to bed. a common “home remedy” for insomnia, is not a good idea. Although drinking a beer or glass of wine may help you to fall asleep more quick ly, it decreases the quality of sleep so that you still wake up unrefreshed For short-term or occa­ sional insomnia. 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Thank You CARD OF THANKS We would like to thank our friends and neighbors for the beautiful cards and flowers wc received in honor of our 60th wedding anniversary. It was so nice to hear from so many and it was greatly appreciated. God Bless All of You Harold & Marie Welton CARD OF THANKS I would like to thank my friends and neighbors for the cards and flowers 1 recieved while in the hospital and since reluming home. I would also like to thank the Grandma Jennies for the deli­ cious meal they brought and Pastor Mark from Gaines Church for his visits. 1 would also like to thank our children for taking care of us in our time of need. It was greatly appreciated. What would we do without our family. Many Thanks Marie Welton Obituaries Lois I. Middleton---------------------- — being involved in all of their extra curricular activities. Preceding her in death were husband, Kenneth Middleton; her parents, Garold and Laura Sherk. Mrs. Middleton is survived by one son. Mark (Judy) Middleton of Middleville; three daughters, Linda (Arthur) Bcutc of Middle­ ville, Janet Kahn of Battle Creek, Bonnie (And\) Barcroft of Delton; eleven grandchildren; three sisters, Louis (Forest) Middleton of Middleville, Phyl­ lis (Jack) Boger of Shelbyville, Ruth (Richard) Beck of Hast­ ings; many nieces and nephews. Funeral and Committal services were held Thursday, March 17, 1994 al the Beeler Funeral Chapel with Pastor Jeff Worden Officiating. Interment Yankee Springs Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to March of Dimes. MIDDLEVILLE - Mrs. Lois I. Middleton, 67, passed away Tuesday, March 15. 1994 at Blodgett Memorial Medical Center. Mrs. Middleton was bom on November 19, 1926 in Grand Rapids, the daughter of Garold V. and Laura B. (Schteh) Sherk. She was raised in Grand Rapids and attended Davis Tech School, graduating in 1944. She was married to Kenneth Middleton on October 15,1947. Lived in Grand Rapids and moved to Middleville in 1955. She was employed at Herps and Stcckasc as a seamstress, and was part owner, secretary and bookkeeper for Middleville Tool & Die. She was a Chair Person of Barry County March of Dimes. She enjoyed winters in Flori­ da, traveling with family and friends. Enjoying her children, and all her grandchildren and Mack C. Nickelson Real Estate Dutton Mack C. Nickelson, 75, of Dutton passed away Sunday, March 13, 1994. Surviving arc his wife. Opal of 54 years; his children, Judith and Arnold Slachtcr, Janet and Fred Johnson, James and Kathryn Nickelson; five grand children; six great­ grandchildren. WANTED: HOME ON COUNTRY SETTING, under $67,000 Middlcvillc/Hastings/ Caledonia area 945-5337. $ WE PAY TOP DOH \RS FOR LAND CONTRACTS $. fast cash, no closing costs Prun dential Funding Group 1-800-860-6248. Wanted Looking for Extra Cash? BUYING: OLDER PRINTED MATTER (PRE-1960'S). Magazines, newspapers, sheet music, sports programs, cereal boxes, etc. Will pickup. 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BULK RATE U.S. POSTAGE vfflr HMtinpAtt 49053 Permit No. 7 Your Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas No. 9 I March 29, 1994 Middleville, Michigan 49333 124th Year Student hosts shine! ‘A Day at CHS’ draws praise from 16 state school districts by Barbara GaU Staff Writer Caledonia High School Principal Tonya Porter believes that her students can best explain what u going on at their school So it was students who did a good share of the talking when Lansing education officials mimsirators from 16 schools around the state arrived at Special effort provides desk for chairbound student Thornapple Kellogg High School students, Darren VanElst (left) and B J. West had a unique assignment in Andy Kopf's wood class. They built a specially designed desk for sixth groder Don Carter, a physical­ ly challenged student at the middle school. The stan­ dard school desks would not work well for Don. So, Kopf used the examples in equipment catalogs to design an efficient desk that could be made at a frac­ tion of the cost. This table is the second that Kopf's class has built. 5^ CHS Tuesday to observe first­ hand the school s restructur­ ing efforts. The special sisitation day began three years ago as more and more Michigan school districts were asking to visit the school to see restructuring “in action.” Concerned that giving tours and explanations increasingly was taking time away from her duties as principal. Porter set up “A Day at CHS,” to accommodate a number of districts all on one day For a set fee, a school district can send up to three staff members who sit in on classes, attend a number of discussion sessions, enjoy lunch and most important of all in Porter's eyes, talk to the students themselves about the changes going on at CHS. The students who help out are not just the “top ten’’ or the Student Congress officers, she points out proudly to her guests ““The students who have volunteered to help are a real cross section of our student body," she said And while most of the visiting educators agreed that the visitation day was well organized, and that they in­ deed wanted to talk to Caledonia teachers, it was the students who impressed them most, they said. Barb Bleyart. principal in the Grass Lake Community Schools summed up most reactions when she said. “I am really impressed with how well the students here can ar­ ticulate about their own learning. “You can talk about MEAP scores and standardized tests See. A Day at CHS,Page 8 CHS English teacher Ruth Grinstead discusses the high school program with State Deputy Superintendent Dr. Tereso Van Staten, one of the visitors to A Day at CHS. TK School Board begins search for new superintendent by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The Thomapple Kellogg School Board took its initial step to begin the process of looking for a new superinten­ dent for the district. Current Superintendent Steve Garrett announced his retirement to the board in ear­ ly February with the final working day set for Dec. 31. 1994. At the school board meeting on Monday, March 14, the board approved hiring the Michigan Association of School Boards to conduct the search. The cost to the district will be $5,000 plus expenses (mH to exceed $750). “We had four options to chose from.” said Board President Jan Siebesma. “This was the second highest.'' But. the board is in the pro­ cess of hiring a curriculum coordinator, a position that is new to the district, and “we figure the more-help we can get right now the better.” All but one board member approved the hiring of MASB. The organization will develop and publish a pam phlet that describes the district, help develop minimum and professional qualifications for the position, advertise the opening na tionally and through the cir­ culation of the brochure, ac­ tively recruit qualified can didates, work with the board to develop a screening process to identify top contenders and tram the board for effective group interviewing, and pro­ vide followup and guidance for the entire process The first meeting that the board will have with MASH is tentatively scheduled for early April Since (Jarrett has set his retirement date for December, the board will mH need to rush its search for the new administrator. ‘The board would really like to thank Mr (Jarrett for staying on until then," Siebesma said In other business, the board: — Approved a $3.(MM) grant to be used toward the cost of the Washington D C. Close Up Program Twelve TK students will be traveling to D.C. the first week of May That trip was approved by the board. — Gave the go-ahead on Saa Search begins, Page 2 Sewer plants bids announced Caledonia Village Council officials sworn in by Barbara G«l Staff Writer The Caledonia Village Council held its reorganiza­ tions! meeting March 21. with both new and incumbent offi­ cers taking the oath of office In the first council meeting after residents overwhelm­ ingly voted March 14 to retain their village status. Council Vice President Janice Soules administered the oath of office to President Glen Klaver, Clerk Jacqueline Cherry, Treasurer Steve Antecki. Trustee Susan Berencsi, Trustee Paula Moerland and Trustee Charles Audy. All were re-elected to their offices in the March 14 vil­ lage election except Antecki, who previously was a council trustee, and Audy, who is be­ tinue with W &. W Engineer­ ginning his first term on the ing as its consultant engineer­ council. ing firm and to continue to re­ Standing committees re­ tain Mika, Myers, Beckett and main to be appointed, but the Jones as its legal consulting council did return Soules to firm. the vice presidency and re-ap­ Dr. Steven Bergman of the pointed Trustee Dan Erskine Caledonia Medical Clinic was as street administrator Saa Officia/s, Pag# 15 Council also agreed to con­ In This Issue.... • Middleville 'clean-up’ set for May 9-13 • Caledonia grads sitting pretty’ from local support • Caledonia Twp. to consider subdivision control ordinance • District library proposal supported by Caledonia Council Coledonia Village Council Vice President Jan Soules adminsters the oath of office to newly-elected council members Glen Klaver Susan Berencsi Jackie Cherry Chuck Audy Steve Antecki and Paula Moerland �Page 2 I The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml / March 29. 1994 Fifth annual auction held Friday Celebrities help CMS celebrate reading month by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Picking up a book may not be the first choice activity of every middle school student who has a few minutes to spare But if reading a book or writing a letter has a purpose, well, then it just might be worthwhile, even if reading isn't a favorite activity Acting on this principle. Caledonia Middle School sixth-grade teachers Sandi Haack and Cindy Whalen for the last five years have centered a reading and letter writing unit around a "celebrity auction." where students' ability to com­ municate and then to read can pay off "Because the students saw little purpose in writing a let ter. I felt an objective needed to he established that would be meaningful to the class At the same time. I wanted to cncourage more reading for pleasure "Thus, was born the Celebrity Auction,** Haack said Each student wrote a minimum of four letters to famous people or orgamzattom The structure of (he let­ ter was discussed in class so students would know how to ask the celebrity to contribute some item to the auction that would be held at the end of March, which is Reading Month Students got a point for each letter written Responding with autograph ed photos. T shirts, caps and sports equipment were a diverse group of "celebrities," ranging from the new Michigan Whitecaps baseball team to Garth Brooks Students had to respond to each donation with a thank you letter. Haack said "Sometimes the celebrity w<Mild even respond to the thank you note, so the rela­ tionship was a little more than a gimme gimme kind of thing "So the students learned it is important to respond She said that the students then are more inclined to bid on the items that were donated by the celebrity he or she contacted Those things have mean­ ing to them because the) wrote the letters and made the contact ” Parents also were con­ tacted. as "they are celebrities for us." After the letters are sent off. the excitement begins as the auction prizes begin arriving each day. Haack said In the meantime, students are busy accumulating points for the books the) read The point system is based on (he quality of the book chosen, although the student's reading ability is always considered. Haack said This year, some of the prizes waiting to be auctioned included an American flag that has flown over the U.S Capitol, donated by Con­ gressman Vem Ehlers, a tape from Garth Brooks, a swimm ing party fix 10. University of Michigan and Michigan State T-shirts, autographed photos from Isiah Thomas and Tim Allen; an autographed poster from Whixipi Goldberg; an autographed book from SUNSATIONS Thee Place for : Q TANNING and NAILS: > 891-4040 •790 Cherry VaMey Road (M 37) • .IJUULl.t ttl.1 t.t A A AAIjC Coledonio Middle School sixth-graders display some of the items donated by various celebrities for last Friday's Celebrity Auction. To bid on the prizes, the students used points earned by readina and writing let tecs. Holding up just a few of the prizes sent for the auction are Carrie Baxter (standing, left), lynette Casto and Pam Grimes. Kneeling are Krintin Manning, Danielle Hendry and Mitch Petz. former football pro Ray Bentley, special edition foot­ ball cards fawn Barry Sanders and an Orlando Magic cap from franchise owner Dick DeVos One of the most unusual donations is a baseball autographed by the cast of the Broadway play "Damn Yankees'" The "Today" show’s meteorologist Willard Scott and singer Michael Bolton were other celebrities who responded with autographed phi nos Students interviewed in one sixth-grade class said they lik­ ed the reading and letter­ writing incentive. "It’s a kN more tun than just reading a book for no reason or writing a letter from a textbook.*’ summed up one student "Yeah, you get something for doing the work." chimed in another "I think it’s cool.” On auction day. each stu­ dent received a 5x7 card with the number of reading and Quality Programs............ Quality People Miller REAL ESTATE writing points he or she had earned for bidding at the auction. "It's always interesting to watch the students with their points, because they have to figure out how to save points to bid on the items they want." said Haack "Everyone usually has enough points to buy something." she added. "But sometimes on auction day there are some real regrets among students who wish they'd worked a harder when they see other students with points arc going to home Didn’t someone say that experience is the teacher1 Itttlv what more take once best SEARCH BEGINS, continued from front page four other school trips, in­ cluding a Cedar Point trip May 12 by the physics class, a choir trip to Cedar Point on May 21. a trip to Stratford. Ontario, by the English department, and band camp at Adrian College on July 25-28. — Granted (enure to five teachers. Jack Lapp (elemen­ tary music), Martha LaVoie (middle school science), Margaret Moss (middle school special education), Scott Marvin (high school math) and Stephanie VandenBout (second grade). — Approved second year probation for Barbara Baar (high school art/social studies) and Mark Verlinde (high school alternative education). — Extended appreciation and the approval for the retire­ ment of Janette Van Rhee from the cafeteria staff at the high school. When she retires at the end of this school year, she will have served the TK schools for 20 years. — OK'd the addition of a girls' soccer club at the high school for this spring This will be a junior varsity level team that will allow more of the students to be involved with the sport Athletic Director Scott Marvin explained that 45 girls had signed up and that the var­ sity team would mN accom­ modate that many players. — Decided to take no ac­ tion on the suggestion of allowing mandatory sports practices on Saturdays and op­ tional practices on Sundays They chose to leave the policy as rt is, which allows for special Saturday practices with approval — Approved the expansion of the O K League that would add Hastings to the White Division, Belding and Unity Christian to the Gold Divi­ sion, and Spring Lake to the Blue Division Before going into effect, this expansion must be approved by school board of 75 percent of the cur rent members in the O-K Ixague — Recognized three TK bus drivers for dedication and expertise in their positions They are Barb Lund, and John and Mane Kcrmecn — Awarded plaques from the Barry County United Way to Celeste Wolverton, the district’s representative for United Way One plaque is for the Bronze Award The <Nhcr is a traveling plaque for the Barry Area United Way Campaign Schools Division Award The Renaissance painter Raphael painted more than 300 pictures of the Madonna BINGO American Legion Feat <30S 954B Cherry Valley Caledonia • THURSDAY • Early Bird 6:30 p.m. L NEW USTWC 91 MMLEVUE 5 year old 3 bodroom ranch with walkout basement on approximately S acres The Quality buih home has Homed glass humming beds bull* into oak kitchen cabinets Cathedral cethng* m living room Sun porch oH the bock Adjoins State land. 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MU NOSES WELCOME hard to hnd property located between HaeM^t and M^dlewile The half ocr. lot •• roned hx mobile home use land contract term* er. Rx addihonai mkxmanon cuff Kay Stohonburg Offkw 79^3305 v home 796-777? URT Office: 497 Arlington, M-37 Phone (616) 795-3305 • INDIVIDUALS • CORPORATIONS • PARTNERSHIPS • FARMS • BUSINESS • ACCOUNTING • PAYROLLS • ELECTRONIC FILING (Federal & State) Financial Planning Centre This year we have been accepted to participate in the federal as well as the ‘State of Michigan Electronic Filing No extra charge when we are the preparer. — hours — MASTiMGS w appl£ 945-5429 UT43 Mon Fn 9 Am to 6 p m Sat 9 am to 1 pm Sun Closed FAX * (616)795-3420 MKXXZVNJLA OFFtCt lit BROadwat 795-3387 ■ **** www < • State of Michigan is hmttad to refunds only and form 1040 and CR‘s ’Ttws is a Pitot Program for 1993 returns �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / March 29. 1994 I Page 3 Superintendent’s Corner by... Steve Garrett Superintendent of Thomapple Kellogg Self-esteem key to success We have juM completed parent-teacher conferences in the Thomapple Kellogg School DiMnct This is a time when our thoughts arc concentrated on working log ether with the focus on the child and his or her progress J am often asked. ‘‘What is the most important factor in whether a child will be a successful student, and later lead a successful and productive adult life?" Young people today face many challenges, peer pressure, many face marital and family strife in their homes, parents who work, and fierce competition in academics and other areas, to name but a few. Whatever the case, children who have self-esteem have something to rely on. Something that gives them the confidence to keep trying despite roadblocks To build the self-esteem of children and to continue to rein­ force this foundation of success, families, schools and com­ munities must work together Only a concerted effort will do. Though it is no guarantee of success, a child who has little, •elf-esteem will surely lag behind, while a child who has high ■elf-cstccm holds one of the major keys of success As reported by the Parent Institute. Fairfax Station. Fa.. "Studies show that bright children who think poorly of themselves may do poorly in school Whereas, average children who believe in themselves can excel Children who have high self-esteem are willing to tackle tough learning assignments They’re willing to try something new And even if they don’t get the answer right the first time, they can keep on trying until they get it right " "Kids with high self-esteem are happier, have more friends and arc more accepted by others, they even experience fewer illnesses " Parents are their children’s first and most important teachers It is the parents who have the most importance in shaping their children's feelings of self-worth. One of the key ways parents can help their child is to provide them with the "power of success." We need to experience success to feel good about ourselves. Provide positive feed­ back. If your children’s current success rate is down, then help them to remember past success and build on it. An excellent way to work on this is to start a scrapbook, you jwill he amazed at the number of things that can be added to this "record" of success as the years go by. What can go in this scrap book? For a start, save those things that have been posted on your refrigerator door. And be sure to accept compliments Don’t discount them Don’t allow yourself or your child to say, "Anyone could have done it." Just say "thank you." Another name of self-esteem could be called self confidence. In order to like oneself, you have to feel that you have the courage and conviction to take risks in your life. Even when a decision turns out badly, people with high self-esteem value themselves for having taken the risk. One of die most important ways children develop self-esteem is by feeling competent and capable. Every time you teach your child a new skill — whether it is tying his or her own shoes or riding a bike — you help him or her build self-esteem Help you child to develop a “success mind-set . ” Successful people do nut use the word “failure.” We may make mistakes, ami we learn from them, but we do not fail Even in the most supportive and loving home, some children can have problems emotionally. There may be two children in the same home where one grows up with healthy esteem and yet one may remain hurt, shy or self-doubting. Sometimes counseling is needed We find that our self-esteem rises sharply as you find mean mg and purpose through helping others To "go beyond yourself to believe in something, someone, or some cause and getting involved, you find a growing sense of well being and self-respect. Help your children to join in a group and help them find a place m which the> can serve others And last, but not least, help your children to “have fun” by building fun activities into your daily routine People need fun in order to feel their lives are bearable, enjoyable and worthwhile The challenge is to take some steps in our own self-eMeem. because you canrxx give others what we ourselves do not have Pick one or two areas w here we can help ourselves or our fami ly to improve. Take one small action to improve m that area Next month, pick another area. And finally. from the time we were hole children, we have needed and used models of success Children look up to parents, older brothers or sisters, and media heroes and emulate them. Be a good model for your children and help them tn choose their models well’ What is the major factor whether a child will be a successful student and later lead a successful and productive life1 it may be you and me Middleville’s ‘spring clean-up’ set for May 9-13 by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Spring is traditionally the time to clean up both inside and outside of the home The Middleville Village Council is going to help those cleaning projects along by declaring the week of May 9-13 as an official village clean up time Council members agreed that the cleanup, which has been an annual event in the village, is a positive way to support and encourage residents in the upkeep of their homes and yards. Village dwellers will be able to take advantage of hav­ ing household items and debris picked up by village workers beginning Monday, May 9 Certain items won’t be picked up at the curb, in­ cluding petroleum and petroleum based products, dismantled buildings and roof­ ing materials, motor vehicles and boats, and yard waste such as grass, leaves, tree stumps, etc. Anyone who plans to dispose of a large appliance or something else that the village crew may not be picking up should contact the village of­ fice at 795-3385 The pickup will continue through the week until each residence has been taken care of. Though not included in the spring cleanup, the village will resume picking up yard w aste every second and fourth Monday of the month beginn­ ing Monday. April 11. and continuing through Dec. 12. Leaves, grass clippings, and twigs should be bagged Tree limbs and brush can be neatly piled at the curbside w ith the bags The yard waste should not be placed at the curbside earlier than three days before the pickup. The crew will go by each resident only once each scheduled pick up day. Trash needs to be at the curb by 7 am The issue of purchasing another police car also was brought up at last Tuesday night’s council meeting. According to Trustee Marilyn VandenBurg. the village police force is current­ ly operating with just one vehicle. The older car. a 1990 with more (han KM).(MM) miles on it. has been put (Hi as backup The safety of the vehicle has been questioned by one village employee But a mechanic's report did show the need for some repairs that are not necessarily safety hazards. VandenBurg said that the 1992 vehicle that was being driven by Chief Louis Shoemaker is being used as the patrol car now . But it needs to be modified to adequately handle all the equipment, lights, and sirens to be fully functional Councilman Ed Schellinger questioned the need to pur chase another car. especially since the village is facing a major cost in the installation of the new sewer system. “I would love to buy a new police car and all new trucks for the village, but. I just don't feel that now is the time. ” he said. Village President Lon Myers said that this was more than just deciding if the coun­ cil wanted to purchase another police car. He suggested that other ways of dealing w ith the issue need to be explored, including the policy of purchasing a new vehicle every two years, and if the village should continue to provide the village manager or police chief with a car at all times Vandenburg withdrew her motion to purchase a car and the issue has been sent back to STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY Call us for a quote for all of your insurance needs. I--- ----------------------“I Phone 795-3345 ♦ for Sun & News Action Ads! • Auto • Life • Health Home • Business • Investment Caledonia Village Centre 9365 Cherry Valley Avenue Caledonia, Ml 49316 Kids can put their ‘Stamp on the World’ with program Young people across America wili have a chance to put their “stamp on the world” by participating in an environmental postage stamp design contest sponsored by the U.S. Postal Service and McDonald s Corporation. The contest invites kids, ages 8 through 13 as of April 30 to design an official U.S. postage stamp that shows ways to protect, preserve or restore the environment. Four winning designs will be selected and printed on nearly 200 million first-class stamps in 1995. The winners will join a small, select group of internationally acclaimed artists whose art has appeared on U.S. postage stamps This contest marks the first time this generation of kids has had the opportunity to enter such a competition The contest began March 4, and all entries must be receiv­ ed via the mail by April 30. Contest rules and entry forms are available al post offices and participating McDonald's restaurants nation w >de and the Middleville Post Office. said Postmaster Pat Kelly This contest provides a unique opportunity for 23 million kids between the ages of 8 and 13 io become involv­ ed in stamp collecting and in saving the ens iruomrnt. ’ ’ said Kelly “This contest gives young people a chance to ex­ press their concern for the enviroament in a very visible way. ’ concluded Kelly committee for further investigation. The council hoped to receive another report at the next regular meeting. In other business last week, the village council: — Decided to continue to offer the village's support to the YMCA program. Council approved a contract amount of $2,500 for the YMCA This is the same amount that the village has given in the past. “The Barry County YMCA has been diving a fine job in our community and we need to support them." said Presi­ dent Pro tern Jim Oliver The Y runs several pro­ grams in Middleville in eluding a summer playground program at McFall Elementary — Voted to retain former village manager. Ernie Ball, on a consultant basis for one year. He will offer his help ami expertise as the sewer project is completed. 891-9294 The “Hometown” card with worldwide credit and a Hometown number Your “Hometown" Visa and MasterCard is issued and handled directly by us. No waiting around. If you have a question, we're here to answer it. If you need a cash advance, we'll take care of it. And best of all, you'll be dealing with a bank you know and trust. Hometown professionals who believe in working together to build a stronger community. Over the years your needs have changed. And we've grown to help meet those needs. We re proud to offer Visa and MasterCard as part of a continuing program designed to meet your growing finan­ cial needs. To apply for your hometown Visa or MasterCard, stop by and visit us today. Or, if you already own a Visa or MasterCard, find out how simple it is VISA to place a hometown number on it. Qtate 627 MAIN ST CALEDONIA 3205 btfTH ST . s.E. DUTTON 3(B ARLINGTON MIDDLEVILLE 891*8113 698-6337 795-3361 Al FOONIA M 3Loc*thru boniAB Monday Friday and’tti /ALLL/kyi Ml/A Noon on Saturday �Page 4 I The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml I March 29. 1994 Neighbors with.. NORMA VELDERMAN Russ Bender's said that on Saturday, most of the Bender family went over to Howell. Julie Bender, Bob's daughter, lives in Cleveland. Ohio, and coaches a team of 6-. 7-, and 8 year-old hockey players She brought her team to com­ pete in a tournament with the others teams around the area There was even a team from Canada Russ said he could not believe how quick and agile the kids were They could go like streaks of lightning Everyone was fascinated and glued to their seats The kids were excellent players and played a good clean game, just loving every moment Everybody came away with such pleasure at their game and were pleased with their love of hockey Russ said that he didn't ever remember having so much fun and enjoying the different games He didn't know anything about hockey, but the kids earned everyone along with their game. Julie's team got to the playoffs and came in second. The Benders went over to Joan's for supper Becky Steesma said that they now have five lambs. One mother and had twins. Thelma Carl said she at­ tended a shower on Sunday in Jenison for her great niece She stayed overnight and came back Monday It was such a wonderful gettogether. with a variety of foods and lots of good visiting The Thomapple Heritage Association will meet at Shelley Erb's on the third Wednesday of April Betty Newman attended the musical program at the Gun Lake Community Church It was such a wonderful program Bill Kenyon made the video of me walking with my cane for the Leader Dog School on Tuesday It was certainly a beautiful, sunny day He brought it over to me Wednes­ day evening. I can now send in all the requested informa­ tion (references, doctor's physical and eye exam). Thursday. They said it might take from one to eight months to hear and to start my train­ ing. if I am accepted. I am so excited and want to know as soon as possible Keep your fingers crossed and say a silent prayer for me. I wonder if I will get homesick I have never been away from him that long. What a wonderful oppor­ tunity that would be! Love you all. I'll visit with you next week. Caledonia Community Players to audition for upcoming production Auditions for the Caledonia Community Players (CCP) production of "Play On!" w ill be held in the high school Performing Arts Center Sun­ day and Monday. April 10 and 11, at 7 p m Call-backs (if necessary) will be held on Tuesday. April 12 The cast calls for three males and six females, ages 18 to 60 This play by Rick Abbott, a rollicking comedy of errors is the first full-length play pro­ duced by CCP. Local season ed theater veteran John T Connolly will direct the play, which goes into rehearsal April 18 for presentation on June 23 and 24 at the high school Performing Arts Call the Sun & News today to place your Classfied Ad. Center in Caledonia Scripts may be checked out overnight from the Communi­ ty EducatHHi office until April 3. They also will be available one hour prior to audit ions Only members of the Caledonia Community Players are eligible to audition for onstage roles or participate in backstage capacities. (There are no restrictions on residency for CCP member­ ship. but all members are ex­ pected to take an active role in the production) Call Sherry Smith. CCP Treasurer, at 891-8117 for in­ formation on membership and the business sponsor support program LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church — Serving a Living Lord FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville SUNDAY........ 945 am. 11:00 a.m. 6 6 00pm WEDNESDAY................................ Family Fellowship Prayer & Bible Study 7:00 p.m. 7240 68th Street. SE — Caledonia 2 mile* east of M-37 Pastor. Rev Brian F. Hamson Youth Pastor. Darrel L Schrock Music. Jeffery C. Vander Heide CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A church with a caring heart for our community and the world" Sunday Services....... 9:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. M-37 at 100th St., Caledonia, Ml Church Office. (616) 891-1512 Rev. Gerald Van Oyen Al Tiemeyer Community Calling Bruce N. Stewart, Pastor Lee Taylor, Assistant Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer Word of Life Clubs WELCOME TO Game. United Brethren Church Kalamazoo Avenue it 92nd Street Cafafaua Michigan Telephone 69M252 Pastor Mark Beers 9:45 a m. 11:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m. 6:45 p.m. 4:45 p.m. I vgfr A WT- HT*’' ' .If31 Pastor Scott Taylor Reaching People With Christ 8:30 am to 9:30 am — First Wonhip Service 9 30 am to 9:45 am — Coffee FellowUup 9 45 am to 10 45 am — Sunday School 10:45 am to 11:00 am — Coffee Fellowship 11:00 am to 12 00 — Second Worship Service Nursery and Childrens Church will be provided during both services "Sat an tiampte In spanch * Ms. in lose, m turn ami m purity " 1 Timothy 4:12 CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH LAKESIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH CHRISTIAN REFORMED 6201 Whitneyville Avenue Sunday School............................ 9:30 a m. Sun. Morning Worship 10:30 a.m. Evening Service................................... 6:00p.m. Rev. Bernard Mulder, Pastor 868-6306 LEIGHTON UNITED METHODIST Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Sunday Morning Worship (Interpreted for hearing impaired)................9:30 a.m. Sunday School.......................................................... 11:10a.m. Sunday Evening Service............................................ 6:30p.m. Pioneer Club (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday..................... 6:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting - Wednesday........................... 7 00 pm Youth Fellowship - Sunday.............................. 5:00 p.m. RAY TOWNSEND. Pastor TN DOUBLESTEIN. Youth Director 708 West Main Street Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Morning Worship Service............ 10 00 a m Sunday School............................... 1115 a m. Evening Worship Service.............. 6:00 pm Phone 891-9259 YOU ARE INVITED Saturday Evening Mass..............................5 00 p.m Rev Roger Timmerman. Pastor Sunday Mass......................... 9.00 a.m A 1100 a.m WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 8546 Whitneyville Ave a! 84th St •891-8661 The Chvch rfere everybody s somebody and Jesus Christ b Sunday School...................................... 9 30 a m Sunday Mammg Worsrc........... -....... 10 X a m Sunday Bering Worship...................... 600pm. Aea Mtoweex i Sole Shjdi...... 7-00 pm *v tiaaryxsx Honor ^ejoasor tourtRxkr Mke.xnw UhncDe CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST Church School................. 9:30 a m. Choir Practice ................. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service............. 10:30 a.m. 250 Vine Street Church Office 891-3669 Parsonage 891-8167 Rev. Bobby Dale Whitlock 795-3667 MIDDLEVILLE and PARMELEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES 111 Church Street Phone 795 7076 Includes Adventure Hub. Chrnrv fa Children and Adults High School Youth Group and Aduh (lauo For information call: 891-8119 St. Paul Lutheran Krafl Ave & 84th St., Caledonia, Mi (Missouri Synod) "Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. " Rom. 12:10 First Service 8 X am Sunday School *45 a m (Fellowship Coffee 9:45 a m to 10:00 am.) Bible Classes 10 00 a m Second Service............................... 11 00 a m. (All Services have a Nursery available) Rev. Robert Gerke Office: 891 -8688 Church 891-9878 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 12200 Chief Noonday Rond (at Gun Lake) Wayland. Michigan 49348 • 795-7903 Barner Free / Programs for AU Ages Sunday WorUup 10 (JO am Sunday School Family Night 6:00 p m Church Office Phone — 795-9266 5590 Whitneyville Ave. S.E. Alto. Michigan 49302 Pastor Jeffrey Lee 9:45-10:45 6:45-8:15 Wednesday (Ebe (Did Glimt ^rtlfoditl lEburcb 1000 a.m HO0a.m 600 p.m. Caraway St puppet miiuury fa K 4th during evemnt wrvitti Sunday School Wednesday Night “Family Night” Rev. Lynn Wagner — 795-3798 Rev. Carroll Fowler — 765-5316 Cornerstone Wesleyan Church Serv »ces — Sunday School_____ __ Morning Worship ......... Evening Worship ..... 8:30 or 11:00,6:00 Children i Church Youth Worship during mixnini irnnti Parmelee Morning Worship...........9 30 a m Middleville Su.xJay School............ 9:45 a m Mfddieviite Worsro...................... 11 <X) am “God Cares for You” Meeting at the Comer of Wood School Rd. and Wing Rd. Barrier Free • M-37 between Caledonia A Middleville Sunday Worship Services 891-8028 MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED Rev. James Cusack Peace Reformed Church Sunday School............... 10 00 a m. Morning Worship 11 00 a m Evening Worship 6:00 p.m Wednesday Prayer Meeting/ Children's Classes....... 7 00 p m Rayle Ballard, Pastor - 868-6437 - fteinaa, h>fid The Reorganized CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST of Latter Day Saints 8146 66th Si near Whitneyville Ave ,fjT rJt& Church School, ATj-jQ <?• Sunday $ jh/Als * Monung Worvhip Evening Worship Wed Fdk,w'h‘P 10 00 am ...I1 00 a m 6 (JO p m 7 30pm f in hornet or church) call Pastor Lloyd DeVormer Sr. 897-7407 �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml / March 29. 1994 I Page 5 West Book Fair attracts young, old buyers New books hove o special attraction all their own with the smell of fresh ink and shiny, unopened covers. So. it was not sur­ prising that the West Elementary Book Fair that was held lost week drew a lot of lookers and buyers, students and adults. Se­ cond grader Jeffrey Chap­ man looks through one of his choices. Lynne Chap­ man, his mom, was help­ ing work the sale and takes time out to shop with her son. Trie most popular sports activities me five five mwi — for American adults are swimming, fishing, bicycling, bowling ano running. Peace 1 Reformed Church Invites the Community to our Easter Holiday Services... Maundy Thursday March 31st Communion Service 7:00 P.M. Michoel Hoskins, a West Elementary second grader, takes time to really check out the book he might buy. Easter Sunday April 3rd Sunrise Service at Peace Reformed Church 6:30 A.M, Middleville Baptist to hold Easter musical April 3 The drama and muiic department of Firm Baptist Church of Middleville will present the Easter musical “Who Will Call Him King of Kings." Saturday. April 3, at 7pm and Sunday. April 3, at 6 p.m In the musical, the Apostle (Love-Lite will be singing.) Paul shares the story of the first Easter The telling of hts story will be accenuated by songs from the choir and by special effects. Tickets are available at no cost. For more information and tickets, call the church of­ fice at 795-9726 Community Easter Service at Caledonia Fine Arts Auditorium at Caledonia High School 10:00 A.M. ENGAGEMENTS (Love-Lite and adult choirs will be singing.) Anderson ■ Schwartz to wed Vows of marriage will be spoken on April 16. 1994 by Gail L. Anderson and Thomas C. Schwartz, both of Kent­ wood. The couple are the children of Robert and Eloise Anderson of Auburn and Richard and Barbara Schwartz of Middleville The bride-to-be graduated with her bachelor's degree from Central Michigan University and is now employed with Old Kent bank Her fiance graduated with his bachelor's degree from Calvin College and is employed with GM AC Both are currently attending Western Michigan University in pursuit of their master's degrees Any Information Needed: Call 891-8119^ GLCC REAL LIFE When female elephants fight, it is said, they usually try to bite off each other's tail. Holy Family Catholic Church 9669 Kraft Avenue, S.E., Caledonia • 891-9259 - HOLY THURSDAY, MARCH 31 6:30 PM Parish Paschal Potluck 7:30 PM Mass of the Lord's Supper - GOOD FRIDAY, APRIL 1 1:15 PM Liturgy with Communion 7:00 PM Stations of the Cross - HOLY SATURDAY, APRIL 2 8:00 PM Easter Vigil with Baptisms and First Mass of Easter - EASTER SUNDAY, APRIL 3 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM Masses of the Resurrection Gun Lake Community Church ANSWERS . REAL HOPE You are cordially invited to join us for a joyous Easter Sunday celebration. Uplifting choirs, powerful brass, inspiring solos and a positive, relevant message of hope. To ensure that there will be plenty of room for you, two identical services on Easter Sunday only. Child care at both services. 8:30 A.M. and 10:30 A.M. EASTER SUNDAY, APRIL 3 A Day of Unequaled Hope Gun Lake Community Church 12200 Chief Noonday Rd. (1/2 mile east of Patterson) Keith Dragt, Pastor 795-7903 �Page 6 / The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / March 29. 1994 Jaycees give four-some car seats, savings account Caledonia quads “sitting pretty” from local support b> Barbara Gall Staff Writer The Caledonia Area Jaycees show a lot of “four-sight ” Knowing that safety would be fore-most in the minds of parents needing to transport four babies, the Jaycees have presented each of the three month-old Esterley quadruplets with his-her own car seat The organization also has set up a savings account for the Alto quads al the State Bank of Caledonia Listed as the Esterley Quad Fund, the account can be augmented by anyone who would like to donate to the children's future, said Sharon Clark of the Jaycees Mom Shelley Esterley said the car seats will be in cons­ tant use very soon “I can already pul Murphy in a small car seal, and the way they arc growing, they'll all he ready for the big ones soon." she said Born Dec 16. the quads, three boys and one girl, have nourished with each already tripling his or her birth weight None have expericnc cd any of the respiratory dif­ ficulties that so often jeopar dize premature babies, said the quads' proud grandma. Betty Bailey “Everything has just gone perfectly.'* she said Murphy. Nicholas. Sammy and Bailey Esterley don't look like fragile newborns any more Murphy is now well over 12 pounds (4 lbs I oz. at birth); Nicholas weighed 9 lbs 4.oz. a month ago (three lbs at birth). Sammy also is over nine pounds (2 lb. I4 oz at birth) and little Bailey , who weighed only 2 lb 2 oz when she was bom. now is over seven pounds “The doctor keeps asking me what I’m feeding them." laughed Shelley The Esterley s said that their four children are beginning to exhibit their individual per­ sonalities. and that they arc not that hard to tell apart There are no identical com­ binations among the four. Lee said She and her husband said that they're still “getting organized" now that all the babies arc home, but things are moving pretty smoothly ‘We're a little tired because they don t sleep through the night yet. but even that is beginning to get bet­ ter." said Lee. He said that he has switched to the second shift at his Am­ way j<ib. and “that is working out well " “I could never have made it without all my help.” Shelley said Her mother and sister Dianne are there “all the time" to provide that extra pair of hands, and 10-year-old niece Jennifer Bailey also helps with her new cousins. “Then my sister-in-law. Margaret, and two of her co­ workers from Rogers Depart­ ment store come over on Tuesdays and Thursdays so I can nap or go shopping, and four Visions and Volunteers sludent’, from the high school The Caledonia Area Jaycees provided the Esterley quads with car seats and also started a savings account ♦or them at the State Bank of Caledonia. Sharon Clark, left, and Rhonda Brown of the Jaycees enjoy posing with the four babies, who obviously find the new car seats comfortable. The Esterley babies are Sammv (left), Nicholas, Murphy and Bailey. come out twice a week “They help with whatever needs to be done, feeding, changing or just giving us parents a break. They have been great ’’ Clark, who lives next door, also is around for some moral support or help when needed. “We’ve been so for­ tunate." said Shelley, gazing Come Share the I Celebration! \ JESUS IS ALIVE... at St* Paul Lutheran Church Kraft Ave. at 84th, Caledonia HOLY WEEK SCHEDULE: Monday Thursday 7:00 p.m. • Good Friday 7.-00 p.m. I faster Sunday: Sunrise Service..................................................................... a Easter Breakfast................................................ ........8.-00 aun. Adult &. Children’s Sunday School........................................9:45a.m. Late Service ............................................................... 11.-00 a.m. __/Nurserx Available for All Services) ' at her healthy babies and unaware of her pun. “It's just hard to believe how much they have grown.'' Maybe it’s the for mula. U They help with whatever needs to be done, feeding, changing or just giving us parents a break. They have been great. JJ Lee and Shelley Esterley cuddle their quadruplets, who really would just rather snuggle up for a nap than pose for pictures. From the left are Murphy, Nicholas. Bailey and Sammy. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I March 29. 1994 / Page 7 Obituaries Richard B. Friedrich----------------------HOPKINS - Mr Richard B Friedrich. 73, of 22nd Street, Hopkins, passed away Friday, March 18, 1994 at Butterworth Hospital. He was born on August 25. 1920 in Grand Rapids the »oo of Bruno Richard Friedrich and Martha Marie Krueger Friedrich. Mr. Friedrich was married to Dorothy Leone MacLangs. He was employed as a phone installer for 40 years with Bell Telephone. He was a veteran of World War fl. Surviving Mr Friedrich are his children, Richard Leo and Donna Friedrich of Grand Rapids, Kathleen Adel Friedrich of New York, Rebecca and Michael Haglund of Rockford, Ellen Day of Grand Rapids. James and Teri Fnednch of Indiana; ten grandchildren; sisters, Gertrude Pentimaki of Jenison. Meta Huizenga of Jeni­ son, Ceci ba and Roy Goodrich of Florida, Dorothea and Andrew Komarehuk of Texas; several nieces and nephews Funeral services were held on Monday March 21, 1994 at Sl Paul Lutheran Church with Reverend Robert Gerke ofTiciating. Bunal at Holy Comers Cemetery Memorial contributions may be made to the St Paul Lutheran Church Building Fund. Arrangements were made by the Caledonia Funeral Chapel, Caledonia. Sharon R. (Stanger) Perry---------------HASTINGS Mrs. Sharon R. (Stanger) Perry, 53. of Hastings passed away Wednesday, March 23. 1994 at Pennock Hospital. She was bom on February 17, 1941 in Bloomington. Illinois the daughter of Madeline Williams and the late Harlan Stanger. She was raised in the Kalamazoo area and attended Bronson School of Nursing, graduating in June 1961. She was married to Douglas J. Perry on September I, 1961 at the First Baptist Church. Mrs. Perry was employed at Pennock Hospital, Hastings and Pharmacy Care in Middleville. She was a member of Leight­ on United Methodist Church. Preceding her in death were her father, Harlan N. Stanger and step father, Donald A Williams. Surviving her are her husband Douglas J. Perry; her children, William D. (Lynn) Perry of Grand Rapids, Chad H. Perry of Middleville, Ember R. Perry of Middleville, Heather M. Perry of Honokaa, Hawaii,; her mother, Madeline R. Williams of Kala mazoo; sister, Maribeth (Gene) Coonfare of Climax; brother. Brett (Carol) Stanger of Jackson; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Fnday. March 25, 1994 at the Leighton United Methodist Church with Reverend Ray Townsend officiating. Interment at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Middleville In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or the Leighton United Methodist Church Building Fund. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Home, Middleville. When soup or stock recipes call tor a bouquet garn save time and trouble by putting the spices in a tea ball instead of making a cheesecloth bag Daily Holy Week messages are displayed at local church Holy Week is celebrated by Christians all over the world. Vickie Rick of the the Middleville Christian Reformed wonted to shore some of the events in Christ’s life during Holy Week with others passing by the Main Street church. The message will be changed each day through Easter. Rick hopes these doily lessons will help peo­ ple more fully experience Christ's life during the week of His crucifixion and resurrection. With All Due Respect To An Apple A Day May Not Cut It. — HOMES OF THE WEEK — D2M1. MIDDLEVILLE - PRICE REDUCED A 3 bedroom. 1 '/» both classic. Original solid ook wide trim cove molding French doors, hardwood floors antique fireplace & mantel, ook built-ins in FDR plus Home Warranty. Mid $50s Possible commer­ cial. Call Mary 948-3010 MW7M. MIDDLEVILLE Three bedroom 2 bath 16x80 1991 Commodore home. Has cathedral ceiling, skylights and 8x10 storage shed Located near town. Priced below appraisal. Call Dob. 623 8357 31(21. MDOLEVLLE AREA Spa Clous 2 story on 2.2 acres. Family rm. w FP open stair way full finished basement w/rec. rm. Enclosed porch plus 3 bodroom 8 2H stall garage Must see* Coll Dob 623 8357 31(21. LOWELL SCHOOLS NEW USTMC Executive split ranch an 3 acres. Four bodrooms 2 sets double sliders, finishod w/o basement to enclosed porch. 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Ml / March 29. 1994 A DAY AT CHS from front page — all you want, but any time students can talk so well about what and how they arc learn­ ing. wcH, you've got to be do­ ing something right The educators spent most of their day with a number of dif ferent students, who greeted them as they arrived, con­ ducted them to classes, spoke to them in a panel question and-answer session. ale lunch with them and participated along with staff members in small group discussions Porter said Friday that she had received many com­ pliments on the Caledonia students and how comfortable they were when discussing their school with the adults “I was told over and over what courteous treatment our guests received from all our students But they were most impressed that the students could explain our program here, what we’re doing and why.” Porter said. While the students definite ly played a starring role in the day, it was. after all. the reform effort that brought the educators to Caledonia Now a member of the Brown University-based Coalition of Essential Schools. Caledonia is one of relatively few schools in Michigan actually “doing” educational reform Using the Coalition's “Nine Common Pnniplcs” as rts starting point, the CHS staff has tried to move from the traditional 55-mmute. lecture based, teacher directed classes to more inter disciplinary classes where students take responsibility for their learning " The teacher in this situation ideally becomes the “coach.” who teaches learning skills, sets up learning situations and evaluates the students on how well they can demonstrate achievement of course expectations Switching to “macro” or block classes, moving to more and more team teaching situa­ tions and reducing the number of classes the students takes each semester are some of the changes the visitors were most interested to see and hear about, they said. “This is where we hope to CHS student Elisha Bravato explains the high school’s Visions and Volunteers class to visiting educators during A Day at CHS.' Each student on this panel explained some curricular area at the high school, and then the group fielded questions from the guests. t < I was told over and over what courteous treatment our guests received from ail our students. But they were most impressed that the students could explain our program here, what we’re doing and why. 55 he soon.’Bleyart said of the Caledonia system She added (hat Grass Lake also is associated with the coalition, but its secondary school includes grades 7-12. “We’re trying to devise a program to meet the needs of all those kids at the same lime.” she said “It was inspiring.” sax! Van Dyke Public Schools teacher Pat Villegas "It makes a reality of what we keep telling our staff we BIG “30” • BIG “30” • BIG “30’ If you see JfS. Val Niles W Howard fUb Remind her she will be 30 on March 30th Fnends don’t get mad Friends gel even. BIG “30” • BIG “30” • BIG “30* need to think about . ” However impressed they might have been, however, the visitors threw out plenty of questions during a student panel presentation and again at a wrap-up session at the end of the day Basically they wanted to know if the students felt they were getting good preparation under the new system, and they wanted to know what the community thinks of the changes They asked how CHS had achieved such a spirit of cooperation on its staff and what kinds of assessments had been done on the new system. They complimented the high school facility and the community for building it. But most of all. they were impressed with the students, who, they said, answered their questions honestly and weren't afraid to discuss the weaknesses as well as the strengths of the restructuring effort. Senior Christa Peck answers questions from visiting educators during lunch, catered by the Caledonia Schools Food Service staff. Providing background music is a quintet from the CHS orchestra. “I was so proud of those kids.” said Porter. “They were the am bassadors from our school. No one could have talked about what we’re doing better than they did.” STOP an! SEE YOUH CHOICE IS CLEM. Mason awards given The Mason of the Year Awards for Middleville Lodge No. 231 F&AM were handed out on March 24 at the Middle Villa Inn. Receiving awards were (from left) Bill McKeown (metorious certificate), Gerry Hen­ ning (Mason of the Year) and John Jerkatis (meritorious certificate). Richard J. Choryan, O.D. DOCTOR OF OPTOMETRY 133 E Main St., Caledonia. Ml 891-9224 TK library hours for ‘break’ set The Thomapple Kellogg School and Community Library’s hours for spring break are Friday. April 1, 8 a m. to 3 pm.; Monday. April 4. 8 a m to 3 p.m.; Tuesday. April 5. 8 a m. to 3 p.m. and 6 p.m to 8.30 p.m.; Wednes­ day. April 6. 8 am to 3 pm.; Thursday. Apnl 7, 8 a m. to 3 p.m. and 6 p m to 8.30 p.m.; and Fnday. Apnl 8. 8 a m. to 3 p.m. Regular hours resume Apnl IL When it comes to protecting your family, life insurance is more than a Jim Couchenour n<ce extra touch - its a necessity 1611 S Hanover St, Keep your family safe Depend on Su”e 112. Hastings Farm Bureau Ute Insurance Ph. 945-3443 Company of Michigan, backed by 40 years of financial stability. V* MKM BURt AU Making your futurs mors 1 IHSURANCt predictable. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I March 29. 1994 / Page 9 From Our Readers Why can’t we believe what children tell us? To the editor: Who are our law* protecting? Several neighborhood childn n recently were playing in my back yard after school They were throwing snowballs at each other and fooling around A couple of the kids got a snowball in the face and went home to tell their parents My children said told me these children * father stepped out their back door and drew a gun on the other children The children came running to their homes crying and scared A* a parent of two of these children. I felt the need to call the police The children told the police they saw a shot-gun aimed at them by the father A* the police went to call on the home we watched the peo­ ple abruptly leave their home When the police finally got in touch with these people, the father said he indeed had step ped <>ut his back door, but had only yelled at the children They admit to having a 22 caliber rifle; however, it had just been taken to another home for hunting purposes I believe they had removed the gun directly following this incident We watched them leave with the gun within five minutes of the police coming to the neighborhood. The police came to my home to let me know that they were satisified with the ex­ planation the man gave and that the children were not to be believed because they were only 9 years old and because they had called the gun a shot gun not a nfle I am 28 years old. Growing up. my father had hunting guns My husband also has gun* I don't know the dif­ ference between rifles and shotguns They are both the long kind that you put against your shoulder Why is it that whatever an adult says is the truth0 Of course, this man is not going to admit he drew a gun on a group of children ages 3 to 9 years He is probably aware, as the police informed me. that drawing a gun on people is felonious assault Our children are not believ­ Special Offer Only Available thru May 20th, 1994! • Select Your New Apartment and Receive One Months Rent FREE! • 38 Newly constructed ranch style apartments Featuring: • Two spacious bedrooms. • Deluxe bath with tub & separate shower • I tility room with full sue washer dryer ed They are beaten, raped and molested, and not believ­ ed They are surely victims of our judicial systems. Their voices are not heard In our neighborhood there is a child who is being beaten. His father has been turned in several times But has that child been protected? No! The father is still in the home Several times my child has heard a disturbance in their home and he is afraid for that child My babysitter s friend was molested last year and nothing could be proven The accused adult said it didn't happen I know a teenager who while babysitting was raped by the husband taking her home. He said she made ad­ vances toward him. but he turned her away He said she must have decided to get back at him When will our children be believed? Aren't their rights to be protected as well as adults0 I was informed by the police that for my children’s safety they should not play in their Own yard. My yard! All these things happened to children in Middleville! Our town! I do my best to protect my children from evil in the world And now they can’t play, in their own yard What kind of protection is this? One child in the group ask­ ed. “What if this guy shoots me when I go outside?” That statement brings me anguish. Am I to reply “If he does shoot you the police will take his gun away?” I am not for taking all guns from citizens. What I am for is believing a child when something as serious as their lives is at stake? W hat are we saying to our children? That all adults are right in whatever they do? This is just not true! Some adults are harmful to childen but it seems the laws feels they are only children. Are they discredited because they are smaller and weaker.’ When will justice be served for our small and weak? In a time when we are claiming to fight for equal rights for all people regardless of race, religion, and sex. are we forgetting our children’s rights as people ’ God. please save our children, for they are naked in this world, with ao protection agamsi evils inflicted upon them and they have no voice! A mother of a precious child. 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That rumor was “that we the people of the village sit idly by while our rulers use their power for personal means. " This was an attack against a co-worker and fnend. that I have worked with for several years. I know that Mr. Klaver has literally donated hundreds of hours to the village. The only personal gain, outside of his salary (which barely covers mileage and phone bills. I'm sure), is that he enjoys helping the village. Most of us really appreciate it. but say little. A question I would like to know the answer to is. why do so many people all of a sudden take such an interest in the Caledonia Neighborhood Watch to meet March 31 The Caledonia Child and Neighborhood Watch organi­ zation will have a training meeting at 7 p.m. Thursday. March 31. at the village of­ fice. 250 Maple. Tony Powers of the Kent County Road Patrol will be present to conduct the training session. Watch Coordinator Steve Antecki said he also will have eight ’’screamer’’ safety de­ vices available for sale at the meeting. Screamers emit a loud noise when activated by pulling a tab on the device, he explained. Anyone with questions about the organization or the meeting should call Antecki at 891-9401. workings of the Village Coun­ cil. when they have never before attended any kind of a village meeting? I would also like to know how they became “authorities” on village concerns I’m sorry. Benjamin, that the job your teacher gave you to do didn't turn out the way you wanted it to. Welcome to the real world My jobs for the village don't always turn out the way I wish either Neither do all of Mr. Klaver’s. Tough it out one more time. Ben About six months from now. ask Mr. Audy what he thinks of those in power, after he's had a chance to work with them Since he is now a member of the village coun­ cil. 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Amanda Kowalski, Katie Strauss and Colleen Nelsen. The Easter Bunny Stops here for. Baskets • Candy • Grass • Egg Coloring Kits • Gifts • Cards • Stuffed Animals Plastic Eggs • Jewelry • Decorations Spring Toys • Colontig Books • Paper Products and More at / RAINBOW’S END Yarn, Craft & Variety Caledonia Village Centre • 616-891 1106 s\\\x\\xxvw^zzz/zrz/z by Barbara Gail Staff Writer Kettle Lake Elementary fifth-graders have been think ing about the environment from some new perspectives. Besides completing ex­ perimental science projects on environmental issues, the students also created music and a picture that reflected their feelings about some aspect of the environment. Music instructor Colee n Kalajainen said that each class picked either air. land or water as its focus for the 10-week unit. Then each student worked on an an experimental project as the science component, creating an exhibit that was part of the show the students put on for their parents March 17. For their music project, the students each created a musical composition that went with their particular theme. A letter to Middleville Businesses, Neighbors, Friends To those of you who have been customers of Caledonia Printing over the years, thank you. To those of you who have not, we welcome your business. Caledonia Printing is locally owned (Thomapple Township residents for 15 + years) and dedicated to serving the community. If your printer is one of several in the area to recently close up shop, please consider us for your next printing job. You can bring in artwork or samples of your printed forms and we can put you back in business. Whether you need 25 flyers for church or 50,000 forms for your business, call on Caledonia Printing, a community business. For the next several weeks I will be in Middleville on Tuesday and Thursday mornings. If you wish to see me at your place of business to discuss how Caledonia Printing can help you, please call and set up an appointment. <Other times can be arranged if it would be more convenient for you.) Sincerely...Jim Shoaf ' Printing Copying Computer Forms Business Cards Letterheads Envelopes Newsletters Invoices Avers Invitations for Labels Weddings Forms Anniversaries Booklets Parties Product Sheets Wedding Access Graduation Announcements. Party UPS Shipments Fax Sen ice Raftle Tickets Ex­ Typesetting Layout Design Napkins Invitations, etc. Located south of the traffic light in Caledonia, on the East side of M-37 Caledonia Printing & Shipping 9790 Cherry Valley (M-37) • Caledonia • 891-2121 • Fax 891-8074 Students created original compositions for the music component of the unit, us­ ing the synthesizer and classroom instruments. Rehearsing with teacher Coleen Kalajainen are Josh VanVelsen, Julie VonKalker and Meagan Vogel. Amanda Overholt, Rebecca Smith and Jim Treece explain what causes a volcano for their experimental science portion of the environmental unit. using both instruments and lyrics. All had narrations to go with their compositions, and <Mie had a skit, Kalajainen said. in art, the students looked at man s reaction to nature as the basis of his creativity, said art teacher Deb Trent. Tying the environment unit in with her unit on impres­ sionism. Trent asked each stu­ dent to create a picture in the impressionist manner They also made a video with the music that inspired their picture The goals of the unit were to use technology not only in science, but also to give the students an experience in composing and creating, said Kalajainen. Her music students used the synthesizer, for instance, in creating their music. In the science area, the students exhibited experimen­ tal projects that dealt w ith en­ vironmental issues such as global warming. The exhibits were accompanied by ex­ planatory posters and students ready to show how the ’‘ex­ periment" worked. Impressionist-style pain­ tings brightened the center of the gym as the students pain tings were hung for display the day of the final show "I think it was important for the students to see that something like the environ­ ment is nut just to be viewed from a scientific standpoint but that u can affect us musically and artistically as well.’ Kalajainen said create what they wanted “In my classes. I think il "It was important, too, that was important for them to sec the process of learning to they worked on their own in this unit, with the teachers as compose, and then having the freedom to go ahead and the guides." news. 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Money due for the M.S. fundraiser — make checks out to T.K. P E T. Senior parents sell tickets during H.S. lunch hours for senior party March 31 - Middle School special Air Band in the High School auditorium, about 1 p.m. Caledonia kindergarten registration gets underway Caledonia Community Schools will enroll children for next year's kindergarten class. Parents of children who will be 5 years old on or before Dec I should call district coordinators Diane DeYoung or Linda Baker at Caledonia Elementary School at 891-8181 Parents choice between all day alternate day kindergarten or half day kindergarten will be honored on a first come, first served basis Detailed information about the kindergarten curriculum and other pertinent informa lion will be shared with parents during an evening meeting meeting on April 26 at 7 p m. in the Performing Arts Center. Looking Ahead... April 11-22 — C.T.B.S. testing for grades 2nd through 8th. Get enough sleep and eat a good breakfast! April 12 — P.E.T. meeting. 7 p m.. McFall library. Fun­ draising companies will be here, so come try the samples and give your opinion April 13-15 — Art talks for 3rd grade: “Everybody Art.” (P.E.T. sponsored) April 14 — Mrs. Wolverton and Mrs. Bauer's classes go to Cha rieton Park April 15 — 5th grade music testing Community Alert! A parenting workshop is planned for April 23. at no cost to the T.K. community district. The times for these mini­ workshops will be from 8 a m. to 12:45 p.m. Some subjects discussed will be Attention Deficit Disorder, how to help your child learn at home, importance of food and nutrition, helping your child cope with divorce, is your child gifted, just to name a few. It will be held in the High School Auditorium and classrooms. Registration will he mailed to the community soon. This is a chance to share with others concerns and work­ ing solutions. This is a time to celebrate the family! Teachable Moments... McFall — Mrs Erb’s 1st grade class is working on a play from the story of Hairy Bear Discussing the characters, set­ ting. conflict and solution as well as making the masks, costumes and props al) make it become reality for the children. West — To raise money to adopt a zoo animal. Mrs. Bauer's class recently held a used book and toy sale The class worked hard to set up the sale tables, decide on prices, and then take money from customers. They were responsible for helping their customers make decisions and make change Some of the class made signs to advertise the sale. Others negotiated prices and made special deals. The class made enough money to adopt Quote of the Week — Either you are part of the solution or your part of the problem, there is no middle ground THE WINNING TEAM you cXos GET YOU WHERE YOU WANT TO GO n „ Lail anytime vTJ ‘Happy 60s’ reschedule April meeting The Caledonia Happy 60s Club will meet at noon. Fri day. April 11 instead of April 4 due to the Caledonia schools' spring vacation The group will meet for a potluck lunch and bingo at the Caledonia Community Educa tion Building. Those attending are asked to bring their own table ser­ vice, a dish to pass and a small gift for bingo. Anyone with questions should call 698-6335. We Protect Your Boat On Land As Well As Water. Sa*ng. cruising orfishing is usuaBy contned to weekends kw most boat owners In fact most of the time yout boat isn l even m the water its in storage somewhere' Auto­ Owners Insurance covers your boat r the water and out and every where m between - al year long' J.L. Schwartz Insurance Agency "Our Policy is Service 497 Arlington St (M-37) Middleville, Ml 49333 Call: 795-3302 or 891-8208 Snack Center RUFFLES POTATO CHIPS ALL FLAVORS, * ounce bac COKE, DIET COKE, SPRITE z ums . ...................................................... 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Mark Osgerby. and Curt Rozell received their awards from their parents dur­ ing a candlelight ceremony All of the recipients, by ear­ ning the Arrow of Light badge, have received Cub Scouting s highest award It is a symbol showing their readiness to become Boy Scouts The award has a special meaning as represented by the Indian sign for the sun over the arrow The seven rays of the sun. each representing one day of the week, serves as a reminder to do your best every day as the scout follows the arrow that leads to Boy Scouting Following the presentation. Scoutmaster Fred Fleischmann and Boy Scout paving RESIDENTIAL - COMMERCIAL • DRIVEWAYS • APPROACHES • PARKING uOTS • CRACK FILLING • SHOPPING CENTERS • SERVICE STATIONS Ian Fleischmann, representing Caledonia Boy Scout Troop 202. conducted a bodging ceremony, whereby Matt Spencer. Jason Kelch. Curt Rozzell. Mark Osgerby. Lance Comih. and Josh Swartz crossed over the sym­ bolic bridge from Cub Scouts to their future in Boy Scouts. Other highlights of the meeting included a humorous skit and closing song presented by the W'olf den. led by Janet Helmer and Susan Roede Wolf Cub Scouts Zak Helmer. Larry Leiby. Mike Kraft. Jacob DeVries. Brad Swartz. Aaron McBride and Chris Robinson each fulfilled the requirements for badges presented that evening Jim Snyder. Glenn Gould. Andy Walsh. 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Lance Cornils and Josh Swartz AREA SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS Caledonia Communitv High Middle Schools Lunch Menu Wednesday, March 30 Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes, w/gravy or fr. fries, fruit choice, roll, milk Thursday, March 31 BBQ sandwich, com or french fries, fruit choice, milk. Friday , April 1 (iood Friday . No School. Monday , April 4 Spring Break. Tuesday, April 5 Spring Break. Did You Know? Life And Death Can Be A Numbers Garnet North American Precis Syndicate •At any given time 9,000 Americans (more than half are children i are searching for a life saving bone marrow donor. •A Bone Marrow Trans plant is often the only hope of survival for peo­ ple stricken with life threatening diseases such as Leukemia and Aplastic Anemia or rare genetic disorders such as Hurler Syndrome. Thornapple Kellogg School Lunch Menu Wednesday. March 30 Fr. Toast Sticks, sausage, fries. O.J. M S. and H.S. — foot long hex dogs, con­ diments. baked beans. O J. Thursday. March 31 Burrito/cheese. broccoli, frozen fruit cup. Friday. April 1 (iood Friday . No School. Monday , April 4 Spring Break Tuesday , April 5 Spring Break NOTE: Whole or lowfal milk offered each day. Ah menu at El. Monday, hex dog. Tuesday, turkey sandwich, Wednesday, salad bar; Thurs­ day, hamburger; Friday, fishwich. Variety of sandwiches and salads at High School and Middle. Caledonia Community Schools Kettle LakeBreakfast Menu Thornapple Kellogg Breakfast Menu Wednesday. March 30 Bagel, cream cheese or jel­ ly. orange juice, milk Thursday. March 31 Cold cereal, toast, juice, milk. Friday, April I Good Friday. No School. Monday, April 4 Spring Break Tuesday, April 5 Spring Break C aledonia Community Schools High Middle Meal Deal Menu Wednesday. March 30 Half day of school, no lunch. Thursday, March 31 Chinese bar. egg roll. Vita Pup. milk. Friday, April I Good Friday. No School. Monday, April 4 Spring Break Tuesday, April 5 Spring Break. Friday, April 1 Good Friday. No School. 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CO-OWNERS SAVE MONEY n! �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I March 29. 1994 I Page 13 Caledonia Cub Scouts hold Pinewood Derby CREATIVE COOKING This year’s annual Cub Scout Pincwrxxl Derby, spon­ sored by Caledonia Cub Scout Pack 3202. was held at Caledonia Community Educa tkm gym March 12. Competition among the 23 registered participants racing their handmade cars was fierce Each Cub Scout rank ran a double elimination race to determine the fop three racers in their group Of these participants, the first- and second-place finalists com­ peted for the overall top three racing positions in the pack First, second and third place medals for Tiger Cub rank went to Gregory Hast. Waiter Hast, and Josh Mccoy Chn* Robinson placed first. Aaron McBride placed se­ cond, and Brad Swartz placed third for their Wolf rank First and second place rank winners were (bock row) second-year Webelos Mark Osgerby and Josh Swartz, first-yeor Webelos Glenn Gould and Andy Walsh, (front row) Wolfs Aaron McBride and Christ Robinson, and Tigers Walter Hast and Gregory Hast. Glenn Gould place first and Andy Walsh placed second for firstyear Webelos. Mark Osgerby placed first. Josh Swartz second, and Lance Comils third for second year Webelos Receiving trophies for overall pack winners were first place. Mark Osgerby; se­ cond place, Chris Robinson; and third place. Aaron McBride Awards also were presented to Jason Kelch for best designed car, Corey McIntyre for best looking car and to Joey Timmer for fastest looking car. Other competitors receiving blue Pinewood Derby par ticipation ribbons and racing flag pins were Tiger Cubs Tony Beers. Jonathon Kraft. Corey McClain, and Joey Helmer. Dan Obe dies. Larry Leiby. Michael Kraft. Jacob DeVries, and Corey McIn­ tyre. and second-year Webelos Matt Spencer and Jason Kelch. Pointers Race volunteers were (bock row) Assistant Cub­ master Jim Spencer, and Cubmaster Don Uberlies, Pinewood Derby winners were (front row) first, place. Mark Osgerby; second place, Chris Robinson; third place, Aaron McBride. 8 Reasons to Shop Mom & pops! PUBLIC NOTICE O SPRING CLEAN-UP WEEK O • May 9-13, 1994 • HOMETOWN SOURCE Great for Folks Waiting for Tax Refunds or Visa MasterCards GE • Whirlpool RCA • Roper Maycor • Maytag FREE CAS APPLIANCE HOOK-UPS — Plus — FREE IP CAS FREE PICK-UP Of Old APPLIANCES Including... REFRIGERATORS • With Purchase • 48 Wide Screens *1878°° SALES and PROFESSIONAL DELIVERY Over 23 Yetrs Eiper *ence FREE LAYAWAY & STORAGE ...ideal for new homes under construction. Surprisingly Lower Prices than all our Competitors! 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PINEAPPLE TOMATO SALSA AND FISH 12 1 1 1 1 1/2 1/4 2 2 1 2 1 1 4 1 o �Page 14 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I March 29, 1994 Planning Commission recommends control for platting land Caledonia Twp. to consider subdivision ordinance by Barbara (>all Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Planning Commission has recommended the Township Board approve a new or­ dinance that would allow the township more control over planing land Township Planner Mark VanderPlocg explained that under the State Subdivision Control Act. often called the "Plat Act." regulations governing the planing process have been established However, that law also per­ mits local communities to write their own ordinance to include additional items not covered by the slate law. “A subdivision that just follows slate guidelines could not be very well designed, but still be approved because it meets the state re­ quirements." VanderPlocg said "The state and county can­ not require more than what the state law requires By the township's building on to the state requirements, however, we can look more closely at the plat design and create an even better one ” Caledonia Township legal consultant James Brown m a letter to the Planning Com­ mission said that a township subdivision control ordinance could be helpful to a local government because — It would help ensure that plats comply with local zoning requirements for building sites. — It would allow the township to review areas that county agencies have no con­ trol over, such as overall plat design, preservation of trees, street lights, the location of signs and sidewalks, emergen­ Letterheads 'print cy vehicle access and final grading plans — In some areas, it could provide sincier regulations than those enforced by county agencies For instance, the Caledonia ordinance would require lots with rear yards adlatent to such areas as shop ping centers or industrial facilities to contain a 20-foot landscape easement along the rear line, besides other re­ quired setbacks A section governing parks and recreational areas also is included in the Caledonia or­ dinance. regulating the maintenance of recreational areas in the plat The section requires plat developers to preserve ex­ isting trees and vegetation in Brochures Wedding Invitations MORE Quality Printing at Affordable Prices! Cali 945-9554 or stop by .. 1952 N. Broadway (M-43) guiding development in the township. "This ordinance is par­ ticularly helpful in areas like Caledonia, where a lot of new development is going on." he said. Many townships in the area already have approved such an ordinance, he added Platting is one of three ways to split land for development. VanderPlocg said Splitting land into parcels according to state regulations is another way. or a developer can divide land into a site con­ dominium development "I think we’ll tend to see more of the site condominium-type develop­ ment here than platting just because it is an easier process. with less red tape.’ as long as the developer is willing to comply with underlying zon­ ing." he said "But it’s still important for us to have the subdivision control ordinance to provide a good review process for any plats that do come in." Because the new ordinance governs land use and not zon­ ing. a public hearing is not re­ quired. either by the Planning Commission or the Township Board Township Board approval is required for the ordinance to become law. however. The entire ordinance is available for review at the Caledonia Township office. 250 Maple Recommends Township Board puts proposal on ballot Caledonia Council supports vote on district library Business Cards Envelopes the plat wherever practical, along with waterways and historic areas A developer also may be re­ quired to include in the plat "elements . which may tend to enhance the plat as a developed area within the Township." such as recrea­ tional areas and natural features The ordinance includes platting procedures as described by state law. stan­ dards for lay ing out the sub­ division. subdivision im­ provements. procedures for granting variances and a sec­ tion on enforcement VanderPlocg said that the new ordinance would be another tool for the township to use in regulating and by Barbara GaU Staff Writer The Caledonia Village Council is sending a formal recommendation to the Town­ ship Board, asking that it put before its voters a proposed county-wide district library system The council agreed to the recommendation after hearing a presentation on the district library proposal from Kent County Library Board mem­ ber Shirley Bruursmi She supplied the same in­ formation to the council that Cindy Just Turned 16. Her Parents Want The Next 16 To Be As Sweet. So they took t he t ime to talk with Cindy about drugs. They realise that in today’s world she has probably already been approached by someone attempting to lure her to start using uppers or maybe something even more dangerous. They told Cindy what drugs can do and how they can affect her future chances of having a productive life. Now she can make the right decision if she’s ever confronted with iL Ski why wait until tomorrow to talk to your children. Tklk with them today. The Sun and Netos Your Nam^own Newspaper Serving IMdMt and Caledonia she had presented to the Township Board at its March 16 meeting, outlining the need to replace the present county library system with a district system that is funded by a dedicated millage. (See the March 22 edition of The Sun and News.) To operate library services at the present level would re­ quire 0.55 mill. Bruursma said, with a recommended maximum operating millage not to exceed 0.75 mill. In Caledonia, this translates into an average of $38 per household, she said. The present library system receives its revenue from stale tax money, from the county and from assessments levied against each member of the county-wide network. Bru­ ursma explained that with state funding dwindling, the library system needs a more Summary of Minute* VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA Regular Meeting March 21. 1994 The Oath of Office was ad­ ministered to all newly elected members of the Council. The regular meeting of the Caledonia Village Council was called to order with all members present. Minutes of the lost meetings and the financial state­ ment were approved os printed. A very informative presenta­ tion on the District Library was given by Shirley Buursmo and rhe Council does support the idea that this should be on the ballot for the people to decide Reports were r.eord from WW Engineering. Imperial Municipal Services, and Rodgers Lobela reported that the bids for the wastewater treatment plant come in below engineer estimates. Klover reported on the water tower and water treatment plant AAotion by Berencsi seconded by Soules to turn over rhe Cable Franchise fee to the Coledomco Community Cable. Carried Several committee appoint meets were made with rhe re­ mainder io be mode next month Our newly elected trustee will be attending rhe seminar for newly elected officials April 23 Other items discussed were insurance comparisons office help library Board meeting Future Growth meeting and sharing equipment Mayor Exhonge will be with Concord on Moy 23 and 25 A welcome was extended to new Council members Council expressed its rhonks and ap­ preciation to Shook for mony years of service on the Council Meeting wos odfourned at 9.15 p.m. Jocquehne Cherry Village Clerk (105) stable source of revenue that also would eliminate the esca­ lating annual member assess­ ments. "The district library would free up the county and indi­ vidual assessments of town­ ships and municipalities," she said. "It would take all the politics out of the library business." Caledonia Township this year paid an assessment of $38,866, based on materials circulation. The Village Council each year pays 20 percent of this assessment. Under a district system, nei­ ther payment would be neces­ sary. Branches that do not imme­ diately join the district sys­ tem. should it be approved, can petition to join later Member branches also can withdraw from the district li­ brary. Bruursma said. To replace the present county system with a district system, each township or city with a member library must agree to put the proposal be­ fore its voters for approval. The Caledonia Township Board tabled until next month its decision on the district li­ brary vote. Voicing their be­ lief that the library was an im­ portant institution for the community. Village Council members unanimously agreed to recommend the Township Board approve participation in the district library ballot. The basketball dribble was first used professionally by Bert Loomis in 1896 1994 •: Parenting ’• •. Festival ‘ ■’ Saturday, April23,1994 < 8:00 A.M.-12:30 P.M. 1 •J T.K. High School Auditorium v ■ • • ’’ Sponsored by: / / T.K. Schools s < T.K. PET & PEP Organizations • 4 z a / Funded by: •t . •_ Drug Free School Grant * ~ 1 > * ■ i*i’ *i z Gi> �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / March 29. 1994 / Page 15 Capitol Commentary By Sen. Dick Poslhumus Continuing Michigan’s State Park heritage When I was a boy. summer meant camping Every year, my family would pack up and head to one of Michigan's beautiful Mate parks and spend a week camping, swimming, basking in the sun and sitting beside a roaring fire Since the park were both accessible and affordable, these getaways were usually our family vacation And. they were our break from my parents' jobs and the daily chores around the farm The truth is. retreading to the affordable way many working-class families could vacation together. To this day. our state parks serve as a vacation spot for many families from all over the nation But in the past several years, our parks' former glory has faded due to poor funding and neglect. Some even talked about either shutting down the state parks or privatizing the whole system. Though neither have happened, hours of operation were reduced and drastic cuts in manpower resulted in park decay The sad truth is. we boast nearly the largest state park system in the nation but we rank 41st in terms of funding It was time something changed As a result. Senate and House leaders, along with committee chairs who work with our natural resources, developed a comprehensive plan to revitalize our parks The Michigan Senate passed this land mark legislation last week Called the Michigan State Park's Initiative, the bipartisan legislative package will provide stable and consistent funding for the 75-year-oM state park system. One bill in the pac kage would provide the start up dollars for the State Parks Endowment Fund House Bill 5248 would redirect $40 million from the sale of the slate's Accident Fund into the State Parks Endowment Fund. The Accident Fund is an insurance company owned by the state of Michigan In a wise decision, the Legislature voted to sell off this company In my view, it makes more sense for the state to own and care for public parks than to own an insurance company A key resolution in the package would provide the constant stream of revenue needed to support the parks Senate Joint WANTED: Registered voters of the Village of Caledonia to serve on the Planning Commission, on the Zoning Board of Appeals and on other Village Committees. Please call the Village office at 891-9384 or send a letter to Caledonia Village Clerk at 250 Maple, Caledonia, Ml 49316. (106l NOTICE Of SPECIAL MEETING TO THE RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS OF YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP. BARRY CO.. Ml and OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE the Yankee Springs Township Board, the Planning Commission, and the Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a special meeting Thurs­ day, April 7, 1994. at 7.30 P M at the Township Hall, 284 N. Briggs Road. Middle ville. Mi 49333, to review the proposed Zoning Ordinance. Material pertaining to the above subject may be examined at the Township Hall during regular office hours. Yankee Springs Township will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary a<ds and services, such as s<gne*s tor the hearing impaired and audio tapes of pnnted material being considered at the hearing upon five (5) days notice to the Yankee Spnngs Townsnip Clem Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Yankee Spnngs Township Clerk by writing or calling the Clerk at the address or telephone number hsted herein (104) Harvey E. Vander Bee, Clerii Telephone 795-9091 Resolution E would end further raids of the Natural Resources Trust Fund, including the current $20 million diverted to the Strategic Fund for economic development projects The resolution would redirect dollars to the State Parks Endowment Fund to create a reliable source of funding for state park opera­ tions. maintenance and capital improvements This proposal will have to be approved by voters on the November 1994 balk*, since it is a constitutional amendment The package also sets up a program that will give citizens an opportunity to make private contributions to the system. Another bill would provide an Adopt A Park program — much like the Adopt* High way program administered by the Michigan Department of Transportation — that would allow community groups to volunteer their services to maintain and repair the parks The legislation also provides volunteer liabili­ ty protection for those who participate m the program. For some time, many conservation and citizen groups have been trying to find ways to better fund our sate parks One group w anted to raise the sales tax by 1 cent and earmark those revenues for the parks The Michigan United Conservation Club and the Michigan Recreation and Parks Association con sider passage of the Stale Parks Initiative crucial to the future of Michigan's park system. In fact, the Michigan Citizens Committee for State Parks endorsed this proposal as an ideal solution to the problems outlined in their vision 2020 plan The bottom line is: we love our state parks. We recognize the treasure we have here and want to preserve it for the future This legislation will ensure our parks endure for years to come OFFICIALS SWORN IN continued from front page — renamed the health officer. The council also: • Donated to Caledonia Cablevision Channel 16 the $1,730 cable franchise pay­ ment from C-Tec Cablevision. The board approved the donation after hearing a presentation from Caledonia Cablevision Coordinator Rick Wyma and receiving a financial statement from the local ac­ cess channel. • Appointed Jan Soules the new village representative on the local cable channel board. • Recommended the Cale­ donia Township Board put a district library proposal before township voters. (See related story.) • Endorsed the recommen­ dation from Wilcox Associ­ ates that Kent County accept the low bid of Wolverine Construction to build the vil­ lage's new wastewater treat­ ment plant. Wolverine's bid of $1,537 million is in line with original estimates for the plant. • Agreed to advertise for someone to work part time with Cherry in the village of­ fice. The new employee preferably would be a village resident. • Agreed it should set up a committee to study the option of becoming a "home rule" city or village. Klaver reported that the two wells are in and the water Let us make your wedding day one that you will treasure forever We feature a complete hne of elegant Carlson Craft S invitations and ( accessories — including } J \ \ Thank You s. Reception items. Gifts and much more Stop »n today!! The Reminder ( t 1952 N. Broadway Hastings 945-9554 tower ordered for the water system to be shared presently by the Caledonia Community Schools and the Glen Valley Estates development. The wa­ ter treatment plant for the sys­ tem is designed, and the tower construction is scheduled for completion by July 1. he said. The Village of Caledonia is sharing in the cost of the water tower to ensure adequate water storage capacity should the village decide to join the water utility in the future. The village will issue bonds for its share of the cost of the water tower at the same time bonds are sold for the village's new wastewater treatment plant. Klaver said. 1954 PA 188 PROCEEDINGS YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN Notice of Public Hearing on the Special Assessment Roll for Special Assessment District No. 13 To the residents and property owners of Yankee Springs Township, Barry Coun ty, Michigan, the owners of land within the Special Assessment District No. 13 and any other interested persons: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE the Supervisor and Assessing Officer of the Township has reported to the Township Board and filed in the office of the Township Clerk for public examination a special assessment roll prepared by him covering all properties within the Special Assessment District No. 13 benefited by the pro­ posed grading and paving project. Said assessment roll has been prepared for the purpose of assessing a portion of the costs of the construction of grading and paving and work incidental thereto within the aforesaid Willson Drive Special Assessment District as more particularly shown on the plans of the Township engineers on file with the Township Clerk at 264 N. Briggs Road, Middleville. Michigan within the Township, which assessment is in the total estimated amount of $40,000.00. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE the assessing officer has further reported the assessment against each parcel of land within said district is such relative portion of the whole sum levied against all parcels of land in said district as the benefit to such parcels bears to the total benefit to all parcels of land in said district. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE the Township Board will meet at the Yankee Spnngs Township Hall, 284 N. Briggs Road, Middleville, Michigan on April 14, 1994, at 7.30 p.m. for the purpose of reviewing said special assessment roll and hearing any objection thereto Said roll may be examined at the office of the Township Clerk during regular business hours of regular business days until the time of said hearing and may further be examined at said hearing Ap­ pearance and protest at the hearing held to confirm the special assessment roll is required in order to appeal the amount of the special assessment to the state tax tribunal. An owner, or party in interest, or his or her agent may appear in person at the hearing to protest the special assessment, or shall be permitted to file his or her appearance or protest by letter and his or her personal appearance shall not be required The owner or any person having an interest in the real proper ty who protests in person or in writing at the hearing may file a written appeal of the special assessment with the state tax tribunal within 30 days after the confirmation of the special assessment roll. H.E. VanderBee, Township Clerk 284 N Briggs Road Middleville. Michigan 49333 795-9091 (103) �Page 16 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I March 29. 1994 Caledonia Area Jaycees Easter Egg Hunt draws large crowd of kids... The area set aside for four and under was very busy for a brief time Saturday during the third annual Easter Egg Hunt sponsored by the Caledonia Area Jaycees. Parents helped children spot some of the 2,400 eggs that were ’hidden" in the park. Other areas were set aside for other age groups. The ‘Easter Bunny’ was at the egg hunt Saturday put on by the Caledonia Area Jaycees He passed out candy to many youngsters including (left to right) Amber Clark, Simore Clark and Tera Brown Chuck Kukulis knows the ’Easter Bunny’ really well NO PWTSOR (MEREST HL 0CII.WI rfMOMH 2-Whed Steer Model The Financing You Need To Get Things Rolling Now put off those payments and finance charges, with­ out postponing your lawn care projects. Just buy your new Jolin Deere 20-hp 425 Lawn & Garden Tractor with a 54" mower deck and use the John Deere Credit Revolving Plan. So when you’re ready to roll, were ready with the right financing for you. Stop in today. JOHN DEERE DCREDIT k* Iksent Or&fur B* wig fa Bm~ LDF4 THORNAPPLE VALLEY EQUIPMENT, INC. South M-37 — Hastings 945-9526 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / March 29, 1994 / Page 17 Freeport Elevator holds anniv. open house HEALTH EJ NEWS & NOTES Seafood: Get The Good Without The Problems Freeport Elevator customer* and friends were treated to a luncheon of roost pig, potato salad, baked beans and all the fixin's in honor of the 11th anniversary of ownership by Jim and Terri Decker. Lunch time was hectic os folks took the time to visit while they ate. The store also offered special prices during Friday's celebration. Middleville freestylers place at Byron Center Eleven Middleville mat­ men placed in the Byron Center Free-*tyle Wrestling Tounament, Mar 19. Racing first in Class III were Dust y Moma and Tom Haynes. Charlie Steven fin­ ished third In Class IV, Dendal Craven and Ron Haynes finished first, Ryan Craven and Marc Carter finished second and Mike Smith took a third. Philip Corson and Blake Carter finished second in 1994 Fishing Guides available April 1 The 1994 Michigan Fishing Guide will be available by April I from all Department of Natural Resources license agents and at DNR district of­ fices statewide Rules for the 1994 Guide apply from April I, 1994 to March 31, 1995 There arc a number of new rule changes for the 1994-95 fishing season, which can be found on page 24 of the guide. Several of the more important BERLIN continued Page 18 Pro-4 Series Cars plus Late Models and Sportsman Cars. September 3 — Mini-Indy Cars plus Late Models and Sportsman Cars. September 10 — Late Models and Sportsman Stock Cars. September 17 — Late Models and Sportsman Slock Cars. Time trials start at 4 p.m. every Saturday First race at 7:15 p.m. Track phone on race days. (616) 677-1140. Schedule subject to change after publication. NOfF Klinge. Placing at the Eaton Rapids Freestyle Wrestling Tournament in the Cadet Division were Ty Middleton with a first, and Luke Middleton and Ben Osborn with third place finishes. Class II and Nathaniel Dozeman took a third in Class I. Others particxipating were Billy Romph, Brad Lloyd, Bruce IJLoyd, Isreal Rosales, Ethan Dozeman. Brad Mc­ Carty. Joe Klinge and Jeremy new rule changes include the following It is not illegal to "snag " any fish, including salmon, statewide, all fish must be hooked inside the mouth. Drowned river mouth lakes (listed at the bottom of page 23) will be closed to lake trwui fishing from the day after Labor Day through April 30; and Significant changes on the regulation of ice shanties are detailed on page 11. An important corrections sheet containing changes to the fishing guide will also be available where fishing licenses are distributed, and I should be used along with the I 1994 Michigan Fishing Guide. This year, for the first time, the fishing guide includes a stockholders' report on 1 fisheries revenues and expen- I dilutes, along with 1993 ac- | complishments. This report is located on the last two pages of the guide | Various important I telephone listings including ’ DNR district offices can be found at the bottom of page 21 i of the guide. » . PRIN Letterheads An increasing number ofhealth conscious Ameri­ cans are consuming low fat seafood. However, as with other foods, seafood can cause foodborr.e illness due to microbial contami­ nation The U.S. Food and Drug Administration in­ spects and analyzes sea­ food to help assure its safety It also recommends these steps to take when handling and preparing seafood—especially shell­ fish—to further reduce your risk: Storage Seafood should always be refrigerated at 35 to 40 degrees Fahrenheit until preparation time. For added freshness and safety. put wrapped fish on ice when storing in the refrig­ erator. Because many re­ frigerator freezer compart­ ments don't reach zero, they should be used only for temporary storage Use separate freezers for long­ term storage. Cooking Almost any fish can be baked, broiled, poached, steamed or fried Some people prefer to bake fatty fish and poach or steam lean fish Fish fillets and steaks are excellent char­ coal broiled or barbecued. Allow 6 to 12 minutes cooking time for each inch of thickness. Turn it half­ way through the cooking time Fish is cooked properly when the thick­ est part becomes opaque and the fish flakes easily when poked with a fork. Bake at 450 degrees F. Broil about 5 inches from the heat source. Shrimp can be sim­ mered 3 to 5 minutes de­ pending on the size and quantity or until the shells turn red. Clams and mussels may be steamed over boiling water until the shells open (5 to 10 minutes). Oysters should be sauteed, baked or broiled until plump and opaque and the edges curl, about 2 to 3 minutes. Follow these simple rules to help assure that the fish and seatood you eat is as healthful as it is delicious. Business Cards Envelopes Brochures Wedding Invitations MORE Quality Printing at Affordable Prices! Dykstra’s Preferred Poured Walls, Inc. TXp • Farm work Call 945-9554 ROB DYKSTRA, Owner or stop by ... 1952 N. Broadway (M-43) • Poured basement walls • Flatwork JkHTV’ 10696 Finkbelner Rd , Middleville _4i / *7O" /<>/•> TOWING & i RECOVERY (616) 795-2200 • F 24 Hour Emergency Dispatch Most major motor clubs accepted • Unlock • Jump Stan • Motorcycle • Flatbed • 4 Wheel Drive • Emergency Tire Repair ■M. 507 Arlington (M-3T Thornapple Roofing & Siding Vinyl Siding Replacement Windows Free Estimates Licensed Builder 795-2039 Call for Sale Prices! 500 Arlington (M-43) (next to Crystal Flash) — MIDDLEVILLE Hours: Monday-Tuesday 8:30 to 6; Fnday 8:30 to 5; Saturday 8:30 to 2 f (B IC ■ BE C W �Page 18 I The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I March 29. 1994 Berlin Raceway ‘94 season gets underway Saturday April 30 Late Model Stock Can and Sportsman Slock Can will kick off the 1994 auto racing season Saturday evening. April 30, at the Berlin Raceway Both divisiom will compete in double header programs every Saturday night through Sept 17 al the paved, one-half mile Marne oval Special events have been scheduled by race organizer Chet Myslieiec going into his 44th consecutive year of weekly competition, throughout the summer Two American Speed Association AC-Delco Challenge Senes long distance races have been set for Satur day nights. June 18 and August 13. and will be broad­ cast nationally Greg Raymond's Michigan Auto Racing Network will broadcast live from trackside every Saturday evening on WQFN - 100 5 FM Time Inals and pre race coverage will be from 6 to 6:30 p m and the feature races at 8:45 pm Racing updates on Wednesday will be at 7 p.m. Caledonia freestylers begin new season March 19 Forty one wrestlers from the Caledonia Freestyle Wrestling Club participated in tournaments Mar 19 to open the freestyle tournament schedule this year Gold medal performances were turned in by returning wrestlers Zak Knight and Nicholas Ixive at the Byron Center Developmental tournament Finishing in first place at the Portland/ laikewood/Calcdonia Invita (tonal were Ryan Dykhousc. Jerome Gardner. Zach Hollin shcad. Ryan James. Ryan Mosey. Dustin McFarlan, Jake Klapmust. Mark Pyper. Kevin Smith. Christopher Smith. Seth Temple. Michael Tomanek. B J Tomanck. Jor dan Trudeau, and Nick Webster Placing second were Ryan Haywood. Michael Kalpmust. Rory Root. Brandon Grinage. Brandon Schalk and newcomers Craig Oland. Justin Maxim and Brandon Cancc Earning a third place was seasoned wrestler. Brian Basarabski Also participating were wrestlers Todd Maines. Lucas Zoet. Nick Davis. Christopher Johnson. Robbie LaFountain. Eric Manne. Matt Morgan and Mike Morgan Silver medalists Patrick Huver and Tim Grinage travelled to the Northview Tournament and were joined by teammates Brian Vandenberg. Josh Haywood. Mike Root. John Oldfield and Curt Pyper Zomerlei Construction Co. Custom Homes • Remodeling Additions • Decks Carpenter - Contractor Licensed & insured Middleville • Call Jack 795-7458 on WQFN — 100.5 FM and also Tuesday evenings at 6 p.m on WYGR - 1530 a m Time trials every Saturday will be al 4 p.m. and the first preliminary heat race set for 7:15 pm The raceway is located five miles west of Grand Rapids, on Interstate 96 expressway at Marne exM 23. 1994 Schedule Apnl 23 — Test and tune. 1-5 p.m. April 30 — First race. Late Models and Sportsmen Cars May 7 — Late Models and Sportsman Stock Cars. May 14 — Late Models and Sportsman Stock Cars. May 21 — Spring Cham ptonship Race. Finish Master Nite May 28 — Artgo-100-Lap Late Model Slock Car race plus other racing events June 4 — International Winged Super Modified* plus other racing events. June II — Elecinc Cars, plus l^ale Models and Sport­ sman cars. June 18 — ASA "200” lap Late Model Slock Car Ride plus other racing events. June 25 — Late Models and Sportsman Cars July 2 - USAC Thunder and Lightening Sprint Cars plus other racing events. July 9 — Chevy Night, 75 laps. Late Models and Sport­ sman Stock Cars July 16 — Canadian Coupes and Coaches. Late Models and Sportsman Cars. July 19 Tuesday - Demoli­ tion Derby. Berlin Fair. July 23 — Late Models and Sportsman Cars. Berlin Fair July 30 — 44th Anniversary Celebration. Late Models, Sportsman Cars and other rac­ ing events August 6 — Late Models and Sportsman Stock Cars. August 13 — ASA "300” Late Model Stock Car race plus other racing events. August 20 — l^ate Models and Sportsman Stock Cars. August 27 — Automobile Racing Club of America See Berlin, Page 17 The celebration of Reading Month for March has resulted in many fun activities that encouraged the Thornapple Kellogg elementary students to get out a book and read. These third graders in Celeste Wolverton's class came prepared for Fri­ day's special event, Stuffed Animal Read-In Day. With only a half day of school, the kids cuddled up with their stuffed critter and enjoyed a morning of reading. Reading month fosters fun and much educational activities Jon Muir's third grade class at West Elementary in Middleville celebrated "Reading Month” with their treasure chest of books. Each of her students displays one of their favorite stories. Se/v/ng our Country Scott L. Dy kstra Airman First Class Scott L. Dykstra recently was named "Assistant Dedicated Crew Chief of the Year . " Dykstra, an F-15E Strike Eagle Crew Chief stationed at RAF Lakenheath, Suffolk, England, received the award after a year of flawless maintenance and dedication to the 492nd Fighter Squadron flagship The 492nd recently has been involved in two major deployments in support of both Operation Provide Com­ fort. and Operation Deny Flight Dykstra has received extensive training in airframe, hydraulics, and turbo fan jet engine maintenance and is pursuing his degree m the ap­ plied science of aircraft maintenance systems and technology Dy kstra is the son of Henry and Linda Dykstra. 10695 Finkbeiner Road. Mid­ dleville. and is a 1991 graduate of Thornapple Kellogg High School TK Youth baseball news; Diamonds need cleaning Saturdays, April 2 and Apnl 9, will be spring clean­ up days at the Thornapple Kellogg youth baseball diamonds on Crane Rd. Bring shovel, rake and/or wheelbar row along with plenty of energy. Volunteers will be cleaning from 9 a m until 2 p.m. (unless you want to stay longer!) Lunch will be provided for those working through the noon hour. Saturday. April 16, will also be used as a rain date TKYB will be traveling to Comstock Park on May 28, to see the West Michigan White Caps take on Michael Jordan (we hope) and the South Bend Silver Hawks Game time is 7 p.m. and TKYB group tickets will be available only until April 15 For more information con­ tact Jim or Wendy Timm at 795-3725. There will be a TKYB coaches meeting March 29 at 7 p.m. at the Thornapplc Township Hall This is the most important meeting of the year and should be attended by all current and prospective coaches. upto30% OFF CLEARANCE ON ALL cold weather gear Pella • LaCross Boots • Jeremy P. Weber Manne Pfc. Jeremy P Weber, son of Keith P and Cindy Weber of 4210 Kalamazoo Drive. Caledonia, recently reported for duty with 3rd Battalion, 1st Marines. 1st Marine Division, Manne Corps Base. Camp Pendleton. Calif He joined the Manne Corps in June 1993 Carham clothing & more! Now s the time to stock up for next winter. Caledonia Fanners Elevator 136 E. Main Street • Caledonia Open 6 Davs a Week 891-8108 • �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I March 29. 1994 / Page 19 Middleville Lions annual chicken dinner a success The 13th family style chicken dinner prepared and served by the Middleville Lions Club was a big success, with many from the area enjoying the chicken, stuffing, potatoes, apple sauce and cole slaw The goal of the Sunday event was to raise money for the civic activities of the Lions and to serve 300 dinners. Bill Hardy brings another tray of golden-fried chicken to the serving line. David Swainston, 4, is closing in on his goal of finishing his chicken. With a clean plate, he will get the ice cream that comes with the dinner put on by the Middleville Lions. Stuffing is traditional with the chicken served by the Lions every year President Brian Finkbeiner gets another tray ready for the diners at the annual chicken dinner served at TK’s cafeteria Sunday I |cv^24 I f HOM ~ CAM Your 24 Hour Classified Placement and Information Line * VO*C4 COMM UMICA HOM MMVtCt Of J AO PAATH*.* IWC_________________ You can PLACE A CLASSIFIED AD in any of the eight J-Ad Graphics publications seven-daysaweek, 24 hours-aday... □ Reminder □ Advisor (Marshall) □ Lakewood News □ Maple Valley News O Weekender □ Shopper (Battle Creek) I ) Sun & News L I Banner ...by calling 948-4450 then press 3 on your touch tone phone. Al i Howard Simmons serves chicken with the tnmmngs to Bob Kenyon, while Craig Kenyon watches A bake sale with items to bring home for after the dinner was also very successful DIRECTORY Good Sportsmanship is the responsibility of EVERYONE! 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ANYTIME NO COUPON NEEDED LIMITED TIME OFFER cfsqq V J 4m Tea Out OWy • On* (1) Per Coupon Large 14" PizzaerjRQ pepperoni *5 No Coupon Needed • Limited Time Offer Al of our pizzas include our Special Sauce and 100S Mozzareda Cheese 15 Minutes Take Out or Eat m or Fast Free Det very within 5 ithes NO FREE POP with Specials PICK-UP ONLY Ready in 15 Minutes OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK «n mar owi cusrowou ur movt nxn hzza VM. nm Fit IlMtt pte SM Pte Site 13&10-X 9790 CHERRY VALLEY, M-37 - CALEDONIA � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/704/SunandNews_1994-04-05.pdf aa111b2e023fb7798a6a52f23b98ef74 PDF Text Text KASimr* PUBLIC LtBRARV h si HASJJftiS, Ml <9058 48*3 ind Neu) 12/30/W Hastings NrticUbrin 121 ^*rcn Hastings, Hl• ft 4 *?«Afo.7 / Your Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas Middleville home suffers smoke, heat damage in Thursday fire Thornoppie Township fire fighters responded to this house fire Thursday. The home on Arlington just north of Mom ft Pop's Appliance sustained a great deal of smoke and heat damage. by Margaret Fowler Stuff Writer No one was home when the fire department arrived at the burning house at 640 Arl­ ington in Middleville Thurs­ day afternoon. The small, two-story house of Joy VanderZee sustained approximately $15,000 in damage estimates Thornapple Township Fire Chief Bob Kenyon. The Thornapple fire fighters arrived at the site just before 5 p.m. according to Kenyon and were assisted by the Hastings Fire Department. Kenyon said the blaze started in the kitchen where a pan had been left on the elec­ tric stove with the burner on. The fire did not entirely destroy the home, but there is both smoke and heat damage throughout the entire house. VanderZee could not be reached. But according to her brother, she and her elementary-aged son. Brian, may need clothing and household-type items Anyone interested in help­ ing can watch for more information. Denial of rezoning on Moe Road being recommended screw machines, assembly by Margaret Fowler and light warehousing. Staff Writer Shipping and receiving at The Thornapple Township Planning and Zoning Board the factory is all done by will send on to the Township United Parcel Service, w ith an Board a recommendation to occasional truck bringing in a deny the rezoning request for small (aboul one ton) load of the property at 6355 Moe steel. "We make tiny, little parts Road Don Murdock, owner of and that doesn't require big Middleville Lumber and loads of steel," Slaughter Hardware, made the request said “But we are making to rezone the property from any where from half a million agricultural-residential to to a million parts per year." commercial. He also said that there Murdock is trying to sell the would be no storage outside of property because the location the building. has not been profitable for his But several neighbors at­ lumber and hardware tended the public hearing last business. Wednesday to express their Clayton Slaughter, owner concerns over the rezoning. of Power Manufacturing, was Most of them were not interested in the parcel if it against Slaughter's operation could be rezoned to accom- going in. but. were concerned modate his manufacturing of about the future. model trams. "I feel like we'd be opening Slaughter explained that his a Pandogi's box if the zoning factory would not cause any were changed to industrial." disturbances to the neighbors, said Gary Brouwers. since it is a quiet operation. “I don't want to deprive Power Manufacturing has Mr Slaughter of a place for been in business for about 25 his business." said Mary Kel­ years and has occupied three ly. “but. what happens to the different locations. property after he’s done with Slaughter explained that it? those locations had been We want guarantees that it rented and that he was now in won’t turn into a nuclear the position to buy a building dump or God knows what to settle permanently. else!” He said he felt that the Mid­ The commission continued dleville area would be ideal. Slaughter said that he did not employ more than 12 workers in the factory that has Caledonia Jaycees seek pledges Caledonia Area Jaycees are seeking pledges to raise money for a wolk-o-fhon to benefit research and treatment of multiple sclerosis. Some of the Jaycees members planning to walk in the April 9 event are President Paul Baareman (left). Trish Gorthe. Diana Remalia, Christ Kittell. Sharon Clark. Jerry Clark and Rhonda Brown Mood drive m July and will co-sponsor the Caledonia "Show and Shine" car show in August The group also will be set­ ting up a scholarship program based on an essay contest fix Caledonia High School senxirs The organization offers its members individual develop­ ment and career advancement training, sponsors drug awareness programs and pro sides holiday baskets for needy families Anyone between the ages of 21 and 39 who ts interested in community improvement and personal growth is welcome to join the Jaycees. said member Sharon Clark The Caledonia area group meets monthly at the Alaska discussion after closing the public hearing Regina Stem pointed out that the particular parcel, two acres in an A R zone, does not meet the township requirments. "Industrial zoning would open the door to a lot of dif terent uses that are not com patible with this area that is more residential in nature." she said Con Moelling commented that this would be considered spot zoning and the commer­ cial designation would go against the township’s master plan The commission voted unanimously to recommend denial of the requested rezoning The Township Board will make the final decisMM on the request at their meeting this month. In other business, Chairman Jack Spencer appointed a Groundwater Prixcciion Com­ mittee to look into the possibility and need for an or­ dinance to help guard against pollution of the grmindwater Regina Stein will be the chairwoman of the committee that also includes Wes Van Rhee, Frank Brown and Spencer. Heritage Day group begins its planning Proceeds to benefit MS research — bv Barbara Gall St<# Writer The Caledonia Area Jaycees will take part in a 12.5-milewalk-a-thon Saturday to raise funds for research and treat­ ment of multiple sclerosis. The event will be held at Grand Rapids Central High School. Any funds raised by the Caledonia group will be designated to the Caledonia area, said Jaycees members Fifteen of the group's 20 members plan to walk, and each is seeking to raise at least $75 in pledges To show off their communi ty spirit, the Jaycees even plan to wear T-shirts with the slogan. "It’s a good place to live - Caledonia Anyone who would like to help w ith the cause should call 868-6888 to make a pledge The Jaycees also have other civic projects in the works. Last week the group held its annual Easter egg hunt for area children During April. May and June, they are plann­ ing to wash cars and sell can­ dy to raise enough money to pay for half the cost of the an­ nual Fourth of July fireworks display. They plan to sponsor a No. 10 I April 5. 1994 Middleville, Michigan 49333 124th Year Sam s Joint restaurant fix fellowship and to work on current projects "We try to work on one project each month." Clark explained. She said that membership information can be obtained by calling the 868-6888 number "We always welcome new members’ The Middleville Heritage should submit an 8‘Axll Day Planning Committee met drawing of something in Mid­ recently to begin planning the dleville that is special to them. third annual festival, to be Contestants are encouraged to held in the village Sept. 17. use their imaginations and be This year’s festival will in? creative. On the back ot the elude three-on-three wrawing. put name, age, ad­ volleyball, three-on-three dress and phone number and basketball, co-ed softball, a briefly describe what was parade, arts and crafts, enter­ drawn and why it is special. tainment, food, games and fun Drawings must be submit­ for all. ted by July I Send drawings People interested in signing to Attn: Heritage Day up for volleyball, softball or Festival, 936 Greenwood St., basketball should call J<> Middleville, Mich 49333. Sclafani at 795-7844 or Denise Lucas at 795-7229 or The committee is searching 795-9036. for more volunteers fix the The committee has decided festival. If interested, the next to search for a boy and girl meeting will be held Monday, between the ages of 5 and 8 to April 18, at 7 p.m at Phil's be the prince and princess of Pizzeria All village residents the festival. Any interested interested in participating are youngster between these ages encouraged lo attend In This Issue.... • Dutton principal ‘does time’ • TK Middle School has ‘Spirit Week’ • Spring sports previews • Caledonia ‘Pops’ Concert is April 14th �Page 2 I The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml I April 5. 1994 Students read books; principal ‘does time’ cell, however, when some mischievous staff members tried to steal his ladder. While the tiny cell gets a bit cramped for the lanky prin­ cipal. he does enjoy some amenities There is ample seating for himself and the students who join him in cap­ tivity for a story , and he is allowed to bring in some pop. With students voicing much make-believe indignation, he tried to hook up a television, but there was no outlet close enough. The worst torture he suf­ fered during his imprisonment was when someone delivered to his cell a bag of popcorn unpopped The students weren't entire­ ly without sympathy, however. "The first-graders relented and brought me a steaming hot. fresh pizza for lunch, and we had a good time sharing it." Phillips said "And somebody even slip­ ped me some gum in addition to the fun of put­ ting their leader behind hats, the students celebrated their reading achievements with some special parties. The kindergarteners and the first- and second-graders en­ joyed going bowling, while the older students attended a swimming party at the East Kentwood High School p<x>l Reports of a mysterious jailbreak in the Dutton area were never confirmed Dutton Elementary Principal Jerry Phillips corries out his sentence of spending a day behind bars' reading to his students after they read more than 3,000 books during March. by Barbara Gall Staff Writer The victory was a lock. A lock-up. that is. Dutton Elementary students last week gleefully put their principal 'behind bars' after surpassing his challenge to read 2,500 books by the end of March. However. Jerry Phillips said he was happy to serve his day-long sentence of reading to students in a makeshift cell set up near his usual office. "I like to know kids are reading." he said. “There's nothing more im­ portant than turning them on to books. “ This is the third year Phillips has “done time" in return for all the time his students spent reading. “And the kids want to con­ tinue it again next year." he SUNSWNS Thee Place for • TANNING and NAILS: 891*4040 9790 Cherry Valley Road (M-37) ® Bafiind Ftm t Pizza in Caiadonla „ OPEN Monday-Friday Hm lo # p.m , Open at 8 am Saturday o foam ujlujuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuliujuuuC sighed "I guess they enjoy it because it's the one time in the year they can poke their fingers through the bars and say Ha. ha. you can't get me!’” The incentive program did have a slightly different twist this year, however Phillips had told the students that if they surpassed the 2.500 mark, and then read another 500 books, he not on­ ly would spend his day in jail, but also greet the kids from the roof of the school on the last day of the program The students more than met the challenge "I was up there, bright and early." grinned Phillips He was indeed on the roof Wednesday, waving at the ar­ riving students, and shower­ ing them with candy from 8:30 to about 9:10 a m. Then he was ushered to “jail." He almost didn't get to the QUALITY PEOPLE MAKE A QUALITY COMPANY People like Gene Poll in Mid­ dleville with over 29 years experience in real estate. No one in the business knows the Middleville community better than Gene. He successfully operated Gene Poll Realty since 1971 before merging with Miller Real Estate in 1990. Gene holds an Associate Broker’s license and the GRI profes­ sional designation, a designa­ tion held by only 5% of Realtors nationally. Gene and his wife Mary have been married for 38 years. They have 2 children and 5 grand­ children. You can’t be in business in a small community for so many years unless you know what you are doing and treat people right. Gene’s performance has stood the test of time. When you sell your home or consider buying one, call Gene because if your home isn’t brand new, chances are he’s sold it at least once already! Call Gene Poll, Office 795 3305 or Home 795*9521 Middleville Office: 497 Arlington (M-37) tsj MILLER BEAL ESTATEm OFFICES IN HASTINGS & MIDDLEVILLE «SS Page principal loses mustache Page Elementary Principal David Bukala stands with Michele Voss's fourth grade class, winners in a month-long reading contest They put in 993 hours of reading during March. The entire student body totalled nearly 7,584 hours and that was enough for Bukala to lose his bet and have to shave his mustache. Kim Chousow's class was second with 875 hours. Marilyn Timmerman's students hod 842 hour. Fourth grade teacher Michele Voss takes the razor to Page Principal David Bukala's mustache. He holds an envelope to catch his whiskers. Voss was assisted in her task by another teacher Kim Chausow. Quality Programs............ Quality People REAL ESTATE - 9550 GREEN LAKE ROAD 1. ENJOY YOUR SUMMER BY YOUR POOL! 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BINUNMG $01 WTTN CRUX ANO WOOOS This 33 acre parcel of land hos it all' Trout stream, nice woods, and a beautiful building site. For more information coll Gene Poll Office 795 3305 or home 795-9521 $78 000 4. MB0LTV1LLE. Large executive bu'ldmg site for Victorian or ranch style home with sewer and water available Conveniently located near all schools Coll Kay Stolsonburg, office 795 3305 or home 795 7272 $23 900 Office: 497 Arlington, M-37 Phone (616) 795-3305 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I April 5. 1994 I Page 3 Project transforms 4th graders into inventors by .Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Just how does it feel to in­ vent something1 Fourth-graders in Don Ket­ chum’s class at Page Elemen­ tary probably can answer that after completing their science projects for a unit on electrici­ ty and magnetism. Great inventors and pioneers in those fields like Benjamin Franklin and Thomas Edison served as in­ spiration for the budding young inventors. They learned that these great inventors from the past shared traits like perserverance. intense curiosity to discover, and a basic understanding of scien­ tific principles Then came the time for the students to each design, build and demonstrate their own in­ ventions that used electricity and magnetism as the energy source The kids invent ions varied greatly and included the building of a simple battery , the making of an elec(romagnet. the construct km of an electroscope, the building of a light bulb telegraph, and the construction of an actual burglar alarm. “Greater success and learn ing occurred in this science unit because of three factors." said Ketchum 'each stu­ dent’s opportunity to explore and choose his or her own project, the hands-on do-itmyself approach, and the en­ couragement of family participation." STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY (From loft) Liz Richord, Brendo Borgokkor, Eric Koeppel Shown Roil, and Vol Muff give a closer look fhot their individual inventions dealing with electricity and magnetism. Call us for a quote for all of vour insurance need* • Auto • Life • Health Home • Business • Investment Caledonia Village Centre 9365 Cherry Valley Avenue Caledonia. Ml 49316 SHARING IS CARING 891-9294 Don Ketchum's fourth grade class display their inventions. Middleville graduate joins ‘K’ College foreign study program David R. Sherwixxl of Mid­ dleville is one of nearly 60 Kalamazoo College students participating in the college's foreign study program. Kalamazoo College has the highest participation in foreign study of any college in the nation. Sherwood, a sophomore, is the son of Elaine V. Sher wood. 9812 Tam Drive. Munster, Germany is where he will stay. He is a 1992 Thomapple Kellogg High School graduate Approximately 85 percent of all Kalamazoo College TK senior parents meeting April 18 The parents of Thomapple Kellogg seniors are asked io attend a meeting on Monday. April 18. al 7 p m m the high school cafeteria Those in attendance will be given an update on plans for the all-night sensor party that is scheduled for May 29. There will be time to answer any question* that parents may have. According to Dan Parker, a spokesman for the party organizers, this will probably be one of the last meetings scheduled before the actual event Parker also said t(pt letters and permission slips for the seniors who will be attending the party will be mailed to parents in May. Tickets for the party are $30 and can be obtained bv calling 795-7568 students participate in the foreign study program, which is designed to meet a wide range of needs, interests, and levels of language proficiency. Students are living with host families in the countries of France. Germany. Spain and Mexico. Participants typically spend six months as juniors or three months as sophomores, becoming acquainted with dif- TK grad to present engineering project at WMU conference Joseph Shaver Jr of Mid­ dleville wiH present a project m the I4th Conference on Senior Engineering Design Projects Tuesday. Apnl 12. at Western Michigan University One hundred seventy-three seniors in aircraft and automotive, computer systems, efcctncal. industrial, mechanical, and paper engineering and m engineer mg technology will present the results of 81 projects thev have completed to solve pro­ blems facing business and industry A shock-absorbing seat post for bicycles. an electronic weighing system that measures body fat. stronger paper for the printing of cur­ rency. and a tennis racket han­ dle that will reduce arm in­ juries are among the projects TATE <ANK ferent cultures and people while studying at selected col­ leges and universities. Students receive full academic credit for the successful com­ pletion of work overseas. Thanks to a special endow­ ment of the SR. Light Trust Fund, the foreign study pro­ gram is extensively subsidized by the college, making this opportunity financially feasi­ ble for virtually all students. that will be presented Shaver, who graduated from Thornapplc Kellogg High School in 1983. is the son of Margaret and Joscpn Shapver Sr . 315 I Main St.. Middleville He plans io receive a bachelor's degree in industrial engineering in Apnl H» project ts “A Road Map to Successful Product Development ” The conference *ill be held from 9 a m. to 4:30 pm at the Bernhard Center on the Western Michigan Um versify campus It is sponsored by WMU's College of Engineer­ ing and Applied Science and is open io the public free of charge More information is available from Linda Hager at 387-1017. Rainy Day Solutions Be prepared for any financial condition with one of our highearning savings accounts. For short notice situations we have Statement Savings and Insured Money Market accounts. For future planning, there's CDs and IRAs. Look to Us For All Your Savings, Checking and Loan Needs! Savings Checking Interest Checking Business Checking Certificates of Deposit Individual Retirement Accounts • Business Loans • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Personal Loans Motor Vehicle Boat It Trailer Loans Guaranteed Student Loans Residential Mortgages Home Equity/Improvement Loans Residential Construction Loans Mobile Home Loans Credit Card To brighten your forecast, call or visit soon. <=> •rrsd, U*oc* MAIN OFFICE 627 East Main St. Caledonia. Ml *9i-«ii3 the MIDDLEVILLE 303 N. Arlington Middleville, Ml (616) 795-3361 DUTTON 3205 68th St. Caledonia, MI bbuw ■ (6:6)968-6337 FIRST NAME LN COMMUNITY SERVICE BANKING �Page 4 / The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml / April 5, 1994 a wide path God bless you. Mary, for your canng and sharing I have been blessed so many different ways. My quiet lov­ ing mom planted a strong abiding faith in me so that as a very small child I had in me a strong, close inner fnend who I could always turn to help me up Then my other great gift was to live with my Aunt Aundie Steebs every summer from the time I was 3 until I was 18. having her living faith, lose and enfold me with His and her love. Any of you folks who remember her know what a blessing she was to me My dad. Norman Luneke. knew that he didn't have long to live, and so he told mom. but because he looked so healthy , even as a nurse she couldn't believe it. Dad and Aunt Audie were very close. Neigh bors with... NORMA Good morning, everyone! It is Thursday just before Good Friday. I goofed again Arden Thede thoughtfully called me to give me his news and I completely forgot to put it in. I am very sorry Arden, so here it is. Frank Tischvan and Arden had just come back from an eight-day snowmobile trip to Togwotee Mountain Lodge near Jackson Hole. Wyo They had a pet icct eight days. The climax of the trip was going up to the top of the ll.OOO-foot break. The weather was perfect, clear, not a cloud around II was just VELDERMAN breathtaking, something that he would never forget You know, folks. I am so fortunate that I have you. my Community Family. You are so canng and sharing. Mary Payne sent me a cute note en couraging me to not give up It came just at a time when I was feeling low Everywhere I looked, all I could see was my path full of stumbling blocks Then came her note and her canng gave me a boost and k) and behold. I had turned the stumbling block to a huge stepping stone. Look­ ing at it now. it only appears like a small bunch of gravel on So when he realized his physical problem, seeing that I was exactly like him. he had asked Aunt Audie when it happened if she would help my gentle quite mom any way she could. So every summer she and Uncle George took me. from the end of my school until the starting of school in the fall. So. with the strong faith my mom planted in me with God's help and Aunt Audie s and Uncle George s love and canng. and a strong, restless soul acquired a living breathing faith. I was so for­ tunate. if 1 hadn't had it I would have been in severe trouble by the time I was 10. Rose and Ken Morgan spent five days in Las Vegas a week ago. They went to see a floor show, and a Marilyn Monroe inpersonator chose Ken to come up on stage. She asked for Ken's wife's name and had Rose laughing so hard at her kidding at Ken. that Rose couldn't answer Of course. Ken. with his wonderful sense of humor, just played right along and had a wonderful time. An experience for both of them Manan Martin said that her son Doug and family in Mississippi were all right A tornado went through another area, other than their home Jerry and Jack Spencer had Fred and Laurel Rock as din­ ner guests They had just returned to Michigan from their vacation in Mexico. Lu and Di<^ Ward were some of the area folks who went to the Lions Club chicken dinner Sunday al the school. It was certainly a very good dinner and we bought some of the baked goods to take with us over to Zeeland to Pete and Esther Velderman's. Cay went along with us to the dinner and went with us to see Marcia's Tennessee Walker horse that she had just gotten So. along with a lot of you Middleville folks, we en­ joyed the good chicken dinner Thelma Carl attended a bridal shower for her great niece in Jenison Sunday. She stayed overnight at her nephew's home because she didn't want to drive home in the dark Then this week she had dinner in Galesburg with a group of friends. Well, folks. I guess that is all for this week. 1 didn't get all of you this week Have a wonderful week. Will try to get more of you next wed. Love you all very much LOCAL CHURCH k'H DIRECTORY FIRST BAPTIST ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville Bruce N. Stewart, Pastor Lee Taylor, Assistant Pastor A Living Church — Serving a Living Lord SUNDAY....... 9.45a.m.. 11:00 a.m. A 6 00 p m WEDNESDAY.......................... Family Fellowship Prayer A Bible Study 7 00 p m Pastor. Rev Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor. Darrel L. Schrock Music, Jeffery C. Vander Heide CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH A church with a caring heart for our WELCOME TO I Gaine* United Brethren Church Kalamazoo Avenue at 92nd Street Caledonia, Mxhigan Telephone WM252 ■ I" W1 1 ™ Reaching People With Christ Rev. Gerald Van Oyen Al Tiemeyer Community Calling COMMUNITY CHURCH CHRISTIAN REFORMED 6201 Whitneyville Avenue > _ Pastor Scott Taylor Pastor Mark Beers community and the world" M-37 at 100th St., Caledonia, Ml Church Office: (616) 891-1512 A 8:30 arr to 9:30 am — First Worship Service 9 30 am to 9 45 am — Coffee Fellowship 9:45 am to 10:45 am — Sunday School 10:45 am to 11:00 am — Coffee Fellowship 11 00 am to 12 00 — Second Worship Service Nursery and Childrens Church will he provided dunng both services ■Set an example tn speech in Me. in tom, tn tarth and m purity " ____________________________ ____________ 1 Timothy 4 12 LEIGHTON UNITED METHODIST 708 West Main Street Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Morning Worship Service Rev. James Cusack 10 00 a.m Sunday School...................................... 11 15 a m Evening Worship Service..................6 00 p m. Phone 891-9259 YOU ARE INVITED Saturday Evening Mass.......................... 5 00 p m Rev Roger Timmerman. Pastor Sunday Mass....................9 00 a tn A 11.00 a.m. 795 3667 WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH MIDDLEVILLE and PARMELEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES 8546 Whitneyville Ave at 84th St *891-8661 111 Church Street 'The CN/cri where ewtxxft s sometxxty and Jesus Christ sLad~ Sanaa* School........ .__________ 930 am ill •’W i j HP* i ^ave'8 Boe Study 700 p m Parmelee Morning Worship............. 9:30 a m. Middleville Sunday School...............9 45 a m Middleville worship.......................... 11 <10 am Church Office Phone — 795-9266 “God Cares for You” (Uljc (Did tEimr /Hrtljndiit (Sljurth Cornerstone Wesleyan Church 5590 Whitneyville Ave , S.E Alto, Michigan 49302 Autry Aastr Wte jjone* ULsc Dr Church School............................. 9:30a.m. Choir Practice............................. 9:30a.m. Meeting at the Comer of Worship Service......................... 10:30a.m. Wood School Rd. and Wing Rd. Services — 250 Vine Street Sunday School 1000 a.m Church Office 891-8669 Morning Worship 1100 am Parsonage 891-8167 Evening Worship Pastor Jeffrey Let ............ 600pm Phone 795-7076 St. Paul Lutheran Kraft Ave & 84th St., Caledonia, Ml (Missouri Synod) "Be devoted to one another in brotherly love." Rom. 12:10 First Service.............................................. 8:30 a m Sunday School........................................ 9 45 am (Fellowship Coffee 9:45 a m to 10:00 a m.) Bible Classes............................. 10:00 a m. Second Service...................................... 1100 a m (All Services have a Nursery available) Rev. Robert Gerke Office: 891-8688 Church 891 -9878 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH J 12200 Chief Noonday fat G lake; um Barner Free Programs for All Ages Sunday Worship 10:00 am Sunday School 1115 a m HkWednevday i Rev. Lynn Wagner — 795-3798 Rev. Carroll Fowler — 765-5316 tt/BXfr Doctor. ■Jev JSp*e jocxscn Peace Reformed Church Barner Free • M 37 between Caledonia & Middleville Wayland, MKhigan 49MM • 795-7903 Scroa* Monvng Wortfvp......... ................ tOJOam Sunday Evervng Wash©.............. „........... 600 pm. Wea Rev. Bobby Dale Whitlock til | Sunday Worship Services....... 8:30 or 11:00, 6:00 Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue ChikirenS Church Youth Worship during mooting wrvtce*. Sunday Morning Worship Caraway St puppet minmry lor K4th during evemng tervioa (Interpreted for hearing impaired)........................ 9:30a.m. Sunday School.......................................................... 11:10a.m. Sunday School.......................................... 9:45-10:45 6:454:15 Sunday Evening Service............................................. 6:30p.m. Wednesday Night ‘ Family Night” Pioneer Qub Imludn Adventure Club, Chmn for ( hildren and Aduiu, High (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday..................... 6:30 p.m. School Youth Group and Sduit Claua Prayer Meeting - Wednesday........................... 7:00 p.m. For information call: 891-8119 Youth fellowship - Sunday.............................5:00 p.m. RAY TOWNSEND. Poster DM DOUBLESTEIN. Youth Director 891-8028 MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH i ___ 1.... ivui________ CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST i Sunday School................................................ 9:30a.m. Sunday School 9:45 a m. Sun. Morning Worship........................... 10:30a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Evening Service .......................... 6:00 p.m. Sunday Evening Service 6:00p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer 6:45p.m. Rev. Bernard Mulder, Pastor 868-6306 Word of Life Clubs............................................. 6:45p.m. 7240 68th Street, SE — Caledonia 2 mile* east of M-37 Sunday Services........ 9.30 a m. & 6:00 p.m. LAKESIDE Sunday School.................10:00 a m Morning Worship............. 11 00 a m Evening Worship.............. 6;qo p m Wednesday Prayer Meeting/ Children s Classes......... 7 00 p.m Raile Bailard, Pastor - 868-6437 - 1 arrnly Night" 6 GO p m The Reorganized CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST of Latter Day Saints 6146 68th St near Whitneyville Ave. Church School, vunday Morning Wurshap. IttWE?5 Evening Wonhip 10:00 a.m. 11 00 a m 600pm. FcllowUup......... 7 30 p m. tin home* or church) call Pastor Lloyd DeVormer Sr. 897-7407 �The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml I April 5. 1994 I Page 5 Caledonia ‘Pops’ concert slated for April 14 The Caledonia High School Band and Jazz Ensemble will present their third annual Pops Concert’ Thursday. April I4. in the CHS Perform­ ing Arts Center The concert will begin at the unconventional time of 7:17 p.m. because “it's a con­ cert of unusual nature.’’ said CHS Band Director Tom Peck Appearing in the Pops con­ cert for the first time will be the Caledonia Community ■v. - —------- Tl 4IRTY-FIVE HUNDRED YEARS AGO, The seventeen year old Joseph was sold into slavery by his own brothers, was falsely accused, thrown into prison, interpreted the dreams of Pharaoh, and was raised up by God to rule the land of Egypt. Musical coming to Peace Reformed Church April 19 The program is then fine­ tuned during an intensive rehearsal camp in Denver. Colo., before each group leaves for an approximate three-month tour throughout the United States and many foreign countries. In the last 27 years, more than 14.000 young people have been a part of the Con­ tinentals. traveling millions of In addition to “Dreamer.’’ miles to every continent in the The Continentals will present world, except Antarctica, and a short program of music more then 70 countries. In featuring well-known inspira­ 1985, the organization led a tional favorites. successful campaign, in con­ junction with World Vision, All of the young people who are part of the the Continen­ to raise nearly two million tals are selected from among dollars to fight world hunger. Touring groups of the Con­ thousands who audition an­ tinentals have been the train­ nually from around the world. ing ground for countless in­ dividuals who are currently involved in many different arenas of the gospel music in­ dustry and church leadership. In addition, numerous Chris­ tian artists, including Wayne Watson. Paul Smith. Karla Worley. Steve Taylor and Jim Custer began their careers on These will range from a tour with the Continentals. visual accompaniments of For those interested in a program music written by tour with the Continentals, Mozart to a collage of video auditions will be held follow­ highlights taken of the seniors ing the performance for ages during their nine years in the 12 and up. orchestra program. of all ages It has recently been re-orchestrated, newly revised and recorded for the 1994 touring season “Dreamer' is based on the life story of Joseph Sold into slavery by his jealous brothers, the Dreamer surviv­ ed to become Pharaoh s ap­ pointed ruler of all ancient bgypt Caledonia orchestras to salute graduating seniors in ‘collage’ concert April 15 The Caledonia School Or­ chestras will present an extra special * ‘collage’ ’ concert this year The April 25 performance, first of all. will be a tribute to this year's senior orchestra members, who were among the first students to begin the orchestra program as fourth graders "This will be their final concert and a special tribute to them," said Orchestra Direc­ tor Pete DeLille. Besides the senior tribute, the concert this year also will include "multi media presen­ tations.” DeLille said. The 45 minutes of “non­ stop" music will include a variety of traditional classics and popular selections presented by middle and high school orchestras, soloists and ensembles, said DeLille number of music lovers to the concert The winner will receive a $25 prize, they said. Anyone who does rxM know a hand member, but who would like to obtain a ticket to the concert, should call the high school hand office at 891-8130. The office will be closed during this week's spring break, but will be open when school resumes Monday. April II. DREAMIER — Promoting the free tickets for this year's spring Pops' bond concert on April 14 ore CHS bond members Mylo Stewart (standing, left). Aaron Priskom. Bridget Casey (lower right) and Kate Lappin. The Continentals 1994 World Tour, featuring a con­ cert of contemporary Chris­ tian music, will come to the Caledonia Performing Arts Center Tuesday. April I9. at 7 p.m. Fhc concert is sponsored by Peace Reformed Church Ad mission is free. Featuring more than 35 cast members, including vocalists, instrumentalists, dramatists and technicians. The Con­ tinentals will present the award-winning musical. •‘Dreamer.’’ The musical, written by Cam Floria, is premmiering an Il-new cast recording and is produced with full costuming, singing and pageantry for an audience Band and a mystery “guest artist” from Dutton Elemen­ tary. Peck said The program will feature music from Phantom of the Opera, West Side Story. Alladm. popular marches, jazz standards and contem­ porary rock hits Tickets to the concert are free, but you must have a ticket to attend, explained CHS band members. They are engaged in a contest to see who can bring the greatest ■Qen years ago, The CONTINENTALS enacted this life-story of Joseph In the Dove Award-winning musical “Dreamer”. iw IN 1994, The CONTINENTALS are retelling Joseph's timeless story of faith, courage, and forgiveness as it has never been told before. The new music Is vibrant, the staging grand, and this musical theater presentation is delivered with the professional quality synonymous with The CONTINENTALS. The concert will be held at the Caledonia High School Fine Arts Center on April 19, 7:00 p.m. The concert is sponsored by Peace Ref. Church. Admission is Free. OF HOWARD CITY The concert will be held at 7:30 p.m. tn the Caledonia High School Performing Arts Center. Admission is free All You Can Eat ROAST BEEF DINNER Saturday, April 9th 5 to 7:30 p.m. .s 6 • Adults.. Kids 5-12...s3 Under 4... FREE Sponsored by the Bowne Center United Methodist Church, located on the comer of 84th and Alden Nash (M-50) THE OLD TIME METHODIST CITUTLCH 5590 WHITNEYVILLE AVENUE AJLTO, AflCmOAJSf �Page 6 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / April 5, 1994 Students perform musical version of story ‘The Prince and the Pauper* being presented h> Barbara Gall Staff Writer Mistaken identity, and more precisely, mistaking one iden­ tical twin for another, is a situation that long has provid­ ed writers, and particularly dramatists, some great situa lions for both comedy and social commentary American writer Mark Twain used the look alike idea in his book The Prime and the Pauper In that plot, he set up a fictional meeting between a young 16th-century English prince and his look-alike from London's poorest class Dutton Christian Middle School students Tuesday presented a musical version of that famous story , as adapted by Deborah Newman, with music and lyrics by Gwen­ dolyn Skeens About 70 students par­ Dutton Christian students Sorah Sikma (left) and Melinda Berry portrayed the Prince and his look-a-like Tom Canty in the school s musical production of Mark Twain's novel 'The Prince and the Pauper.’ ticipated in the play, which was performed at the Caledonia High School Per­ forming Arts Center and directed by Dutton Christian musK teachers Jean DeVries and Mary Hoekstra. Billy Vierzen served as the student director In Twain's story, a youthful Edward Tudor, son of Henry VIII and heir to the English throne, saves young Tom Canty, a beggar, from a beating by a palace guard. He invites Canty to talk with him. and as they share their different backgrounds, they try on each other's clothes, and realize they look exactly alike Of course, that is the mo­ ment when they are inter­ rupted. and the real prince is hustled out of the palace to the slums of London, leaving the bewildered young beggar in the role of the Prince of Wales No one believes the boys’ protestations about who they really are. and each is forced to live the life of his double until the problem, of course, is happily resolved at the end In the Dutton Christian presentation. Melinda Berry portrayed Tom Canty, and Sarah Sikma played Prince Edward They were joined by a large cast of students who portrayed the two social extremes represented by the royal court While the Canty family represents one extreme of London society, the royal court represents the other. Young Tom Canty (Melinda Berry) is pictured with the haughty lords and ladies of the court: Rebecca Van Der Heide (left), Kristin TerHaar, Rachel Koning, Kim Brummel, Amanda Koster. Amy Roodvoets, Liddsey Oeverman, Mike Dieleman. Jeremiah Sytsma, Kerek Jelsma and Derek DeVries. on the <xie end of the social spectrum, and the Canty fami­ ly (Mi the other. The play featured 17 musical numbers, which were accompanied by students Eric Rmgnalda and Brad Baker, and also by trumpeters Nick In't Hout. Matt Troost and Joey Kloosterman and flutist Lindsay Oererman. Hoekstra said that working with so many students was fun. and she was especially happy to have students who could accompany the young actors. ‘‘We’ve had a great stage crew, too." she said “But I think perhaps the best thing about working with REEZE • so many students at once is that everyone learns how im portant it is for each one to be responsible for his or her ow n part ACHY BREAKY HEART • SWING COUNTRY WESTERN DANCE LESSONS — New Classes Start — WiyM WM.M11 ***’"«• C O u N T R Y Contact Community Education 8 Wayland Middleville O 792 9153 • 795-3397 Y - Instructors: Denny 1 Tant Parker 795-3011 WALTZ SWAY • • POLKA • TEN STEP ,-J AFFORDABLE L Family Dental Care Honald B. Siegehuis, D.D.S. 891-1240 We welcome new patients. IT. 1 Please call for your appointment /f-jteTA available Monday-Saturday. Portraying the street entertainers of London in the Dutton Christian production are (bottom row, from left) Annie Burgess, Greg Seif, Zach Blocquiere, Kristin Hulst, Amy Wierenga (middle row, left), Brett Van Heulen and Down Dodge. David Hutt perches on top. ) 9505 Cherry Valley Rd. In Twoin’s story, Tom Conty is growing up among London s poorest folk before he meets the Prince. Here. Tom (Melinda Berry) is shielded from his abusive father (Ryan Suwyn) by Mrs. Canty (Melissa Von Loon). As long ar man has been able to write, be has men tioned lettuce as a food • INDIVIDUALS • CORPORATIONS • PARTNERSHIPS • FARMS • BUSINESS • ACCOUNTING • PAYROLLS • ELECTRONIC FILING (Federal & State) Financial Planning Centre This year we have been accepted to participate in the federal as well as the ‘State of Michigan Electronic Filing. No extra charge when we are the preparer. - hours - HASTINGS OFFICE 505 W. APPLE Mon.Fn 9 xm. to 6 p m. Sat 9 a.m to 1 p m Sun Closed MiOOvEVlLLE OFFICE m •roadway 945-5429 (616f^3420 795-3387 ’State ot Michigan is hm ted to refunds only and form 1040 and CR s ’Thts is a Pilot Program for 1993 returns Phone 795-3345 for Sun & News ACTION ADS! SLr TrXVA i /\ J Caledonia - on M-37 in the new Stale I arm Bldg JusT north of the light • �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I April 5. 1994 I Page 7 | Obituaries Joseph F. Wheelcock SARANAC - Joseph F. Wheelock, 75, of Saranac, passed away on Saturday, March 26, 1994 in Florida. He was born March 23, 1919 in Grand Rapids to Alfred and Deana (Groendyk) Wheelock. He was a member of the West Berlin Wesleyn Church. He married Doris Birman on December 18, 1942 in Clarksville. Mr. Wheelock is survived by his wife, Doris; son, Bruce (Marg) Wheelock of Saranac; daughters, Jeanne (Edwin) Hare of Wyoming. Marilyn (Art) Williams of Texas and Marla (Terry) Life of West Virginia, one brother, Paul Wheelock of Florida; 15 grandchildren and 10 great­ grandchildren. He was preceded in death by two brothers, one sister and one grandchild, Jamie. Funeral services were held on Thursday, March 31, 1994 at the Lake Funeral Home with Reverend David Henry officiating. Burial will be at Saranac Cemetery Memorial contributions may be made to the West Berlin Wesleyn Church. Mark A. Shriver II MIDDLEVILLE - Mark A. Shriver II, 20 passed away Friday, April 1, 1994 of acci­ dental injuries. Mark was born on October 7, 1973 at Grand Rapids the son of Mark A. and Loretta L. (Springsteen) Shriver. He was raised in Middleville and attended Thomapple Kellogg Schools, graduating in 1992. He was employed at Prime Technology Incorporated in Kentwood for four years as a Service Engineer, which imports and distributes, Metal Working Machinery. He serv­ iced highly technical C N C machinery and will be greatly missed by his fellow employ­ ees and customers. He enjoyed hunting and basketball. Surviving are his parents, Mark A and Loretta J Shnver of Middleville; sister, Victoria (Tim) Lawcock of Hastings; brother, Jeremy Shriver of Middleville; grandparents, Phyllis Powell of Lakeview, Donovan and Helen Springs­ teen of Sheridan, a very special friend, Nicole Price of Middle­ ville; aunts, uncles, and cousins. Funeral services were held Monday at the Beeler Funeral Chapel with Pastor William D. Dobson officiating. Interment Mt. Hope Cemetery, Middleville. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of one’s choice. Jacob Schuurmans FREEPORT - Mr. Jacob Schuurmans, 70, of Vedder Road, Freeport, went to be with his Lord Tuesday, March 29, 1994. He was bom on July 3,1923 in the Netherlands the son of Jisk Schuurmans and Romkje Attema Schuurmans. He completed the 12th grade. Mr. Schuurmans was married to Betty Boschma. He was a Dairy Farmer. Mr. Schuurmans was preceded in death by his son. Jack in 1972; his brother Hendrick Schuurmans and sister Wietske Schuurmans. BINGO American Legion Poet *305 9548 Cherry Valley. Caledonia • THURSDAY • Early Bird 6:30 p.m. He is survived by his wife, Betty; his children, John and Kay Schuurmans, Janet and Ken Groenhout, Rick and Laura Schuurmans, Lisa and Doug Dobbie, Deb and Dave Smies; 12 grandchildren; his brothers Wiebren and Baukje Schuurmans, Pieter and Jake Schuurmans, Jan & Baukje Schuurmans; his sisters Hiske and Dick Stellingwerf, Romkje Pruiksma, Lisa and Kees VanGeest, Tina and Gary Schoenmaker. Funeral services for Mr Schuurmans were held Satur­ day, April 2, 1994 at the Cale­ donia Christian Reformed Church with Reverend Gerald VanOyen officiating. Inter­ ment Lakeside Cemetery. The family suggests memor­ ial contributions be made to the Caledonia Christian Reformed Church. Ethel (Harper) Kaechele LAS CRUCES, NEW MEXICO - Mrs Ethel Muriel (Harper) Kaechele, 98. of Las Cruces, New Mexico passed away Thursday. January 27, 1994 at her home. Mrs. Kaechele was born on August 24, 1895 in Middlevil­ le the daughter of Charles Harper and his wife. Mary Brown. She was a teacher and had been in the Las Cruces area for eight years. She was a member of the Congregational Church and also the Order of Eastern Star and the D.A.R. Mrs. Kaechele is survived by her grandsons, Donald Casad Bennett, Joseph Francis Bennett, Jan Kaechele; a granddaughter, Jan Bennet Grimm; great-granddaughters, Allison Casad Bennett, and Sarah Elizabeth Bennett, Oahn Kaechele, Kim Kaechele, Cassy Bennett; and greatgrandson, Bennett Grimm; nieces and nephews, Charles Beatrice L. Buxton GRAND RAPIDS - Mrs. Beatrice L. Buxton, age 95, passed away Sunday, April 3, 1994 at Pennock Hospital. Mrs. Buxton was bom on August 28, 1898 in Yankee Springs Township, the daught­ er of Mark A. and Mary V. (Crookston) Ritchie. She was raised and attended schools in Middleville and went on to County Normal College for two years and taught school for five years. She was married to Delbert D. Buxton, October 19, 1921. Mrs. Buxton was a member of the Grace Episcopal Church, Grand Rapids, Feder­ ation of Womens Club and the American Legion Auxiliary. Surviving are her daughter, Mrs. Phyllis Coon of Birming­ ham; one granddaughter, HASTINGS - Isadore (Ike) Dobre, 56, of Hastings, passed away Saturday, April 2, 1994 at Pennock Hospital. He is survived by his fiancee, Rainell (Nell) Deshaw of Hast­ ings; two daughters, Debra (Michael) Ernst of Evanston, Illinois and Vai (Andy Smith) Deshaw of Grand Rapids; one ■son, Gary (Susan) Dobre of Grand Rapids; three grandchil­ dren; one sister, Doris (George) Foltz of Oregon; and a very special friend, Don Thorton of Alto. Funeral and committal Services will be held Tuesday at 11:00a.m. at the Beeler Funeral Chapel in Middleville, with Reverend Willard Curtis officiating. Burial at Mount Hope Cemet- Peace Child Care Center Pre-School Educare Ages 272-5 Certified Teachers Qualified Care-Givers State Licensed Call: Peace Child Care Center 6950 Cherry Vattoy Mooe. -e Ml 49333 9 Criafeua Maryellen (David) Gaikema of Middleville; one great grand­ son, Mackenzie; several nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death was her husband Delbert D. Buxton. Funeral and Committal Services will be held Wednes­ day, April 6, at 11:00am at Grace Episcopal Church, 1815 Hall St., Grand Rapids with Rev. Edward R. Rich officiat­ ing. Burial will be at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Middleville. Visitation will be one hour prior to the funeral service at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to Grace Epis­ copal Church. Arrangements by Beeler Funeral Home, Middleville. Isadore (Ike) Dobre begin at Opening Soon! 6:00 AM-6:00 PM Ministry of Peace Reformed Church M. Harper. Martha Harper Castelein, Charles W. Harper, Mary A. Kaechele, Doris Kaechele Green, Robert John­ son, Christine Johnson Lenart, Walter Irving Kaechele, Sharon Kaechele Tischelaaar. Bruce Kaechele, Cheryl Kaechele Thede, Fredrick Kaechele, Barbara Harper Keith, Harriet Harper. Helen Harper, Larry Harper. Nancy Kaechele Cassada, Tom Kaechele, Kim Kaechele, David Kaechele, Vivian Kaechele Bruin. Richard Kaechele, Mary J. Kaechele. Margaret Kaechele Smith, Patricia Tobin Watson, Roger Tobin, Ronald Tobin. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held Saturday, April 9,1994 at 1:00P.M. at Ml Hope Cemet­ ery, Middleville with Reverend Steve Tucker officiating. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Home. 891'2345 Call for more information ery, Middleville. Memorial contributions may be made to Indian Trails Camp, 1859 Lake Michigan Drive, Grand Rapids, MI. ht on ealth Adding Fiber To Your Diet: IPs Easy A high-soluble fiber, low-fat diet has been shown to help control blood cho­ lesterol levels. Many Americans do not eat enough soluble fiber every day, but adding more to your diet is easier than you think. Just start by sub­ stituting foods high in soluble fiber for foods that are low. Here are some ways you can increase the soluble fiber in your diet; •Extend casseroles and soups by ad ding cooked legumes, like lentils and beans, or barley. •Eat a cereal con­ taining psvllium, such as KELLOGGs* HEARTWISE™ Psyllium is a natural grain loaded with soluble fiber. In fact, it has eight times more soluble fiber than oat bran •Add dried fruits to desserts and salads •Add cooked barley to Three Bean Salad For a more information about psyllium and its role in a healthy diet, wnte for a free copy of Kelloggs Psyllium Brochure to: Food and Nutrition Communi- Caledonia Women’s Club scholarship applications open Caledonia senior girls plan­ ning to continue their educa­ tion after high school are eligible to apply for three $500 scholarships to be awarded by the Caledonia Women’s Club. Application forms are available at the CHS Student Services office The club for many years has awarded its Eva Finkbeiner Memorial Scholarship to a CHS senior girl, said CWC member Gen Fairbrother This year, however, the club will offer two Finkbeiner scholarships, and also will once again choose the reci­ pient of the $500 Diane Fowler Memorial Scholarship. The latter award was established three years ago by the family of the late Diane Fowler, a Caledonia resident The Women s Club was asked by the Fowler family to select tlx: recipient of the scholar­ ship. Fairbrother said. “These scholarships can be awarded to help pay for any kind of post-high school education, not just a four-year college program.” Fair­ brother said “We have given awards for business school and cosmetology, for instance, as well as for traditional college study Seniors should return the application forms no later than April 15. and winners will be selected by the club’s scholar ship committee after a per­ sonal interview w ith each can didate. Fairbrother sax! The committee will con sidcr the applicant's future plans and financial need and her overall achievements along with grades, she said, adding. “You don't ncccssarr ly have to make straight 'A's to win one of these awards" The recipients will be an nounccd at the club’s annual Senior Girls Mother and Daughter Coffee. which this year will be held April 29 m the Caledonia Middle Scb»x»l Media Center Phone 795-3345 ...for Sun & News ACTION ADS! VW Triple Check Tax Service We are set up to handle ALL INCOME TAX needs. We are able to do your personal, small business. Partnership or Corporation returns. We offer a complete accounting service, with 20 years of experience. Other services include: • Business Plans • UPS (not a UPS agent) • Educational Resources Service - College Money Guaranteed OPEN Mon.-Fri. 9-5; Sat. 9-2 or evenings bv appointment Mrml*r 9958 Chatry Valley (M 37) Caledonia. Ml 49316 Phone 891-1886 QQ1 $86 �Page 8 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I April 5, 1994 TK Middle School Spirit Week boosts morale by Margaret Fowler . Staff Writer No. it’s not Homecoming' But. it was the annual Spirit Week at Thomapple Kellogg Middle School that was held last week and provided fun and enjoyment for students and staff Spirit Week is a time when students can let their hair down and build school spirit with a little fun and friendly competition." said Marta Blough, librarian and faculty organizer of the week The three classes competed for spirit points in a pillow fight, obstacle course, and mattress race Each day. they had a "Jug Yell" as well Thursday was the wrap-up with an air band and talent competition Student groups hp-synched songs from country to rap to oldies Even several of the middle school staff couldn't resist entertaining with their ver­ sums of three songs including "Shake Your Booty." Not all of the acts were fun and games Some of the talent acts were singing or playing piano "The show is not only entertaining for the students These California girls serenaded this speedy Granny to from Pasodeno." Passing a fellow classmate on on air mattress took special team effort during the Spirit Week gomes. who watch their friends per form, but also serves as a creative outlet for those who participate." said Blough. School petitions due April 11 Residents of the Caledonia or Thomapple Kellogg school districts interested in running for positions on their respec­ tive school boards must have returned their nominating petitions by 4 p.m. Monday. April 11 MAKE LIFE LESS TAXING Tax Management and More Inc. will prepare pour return correctlp and at a good price! Slavs Antacki, M.S.A. • 891-9401 I MAKC HOUSC CALLS Petitions are available at each district's central office. To be eligible for a school board seat, a candidate must be a registered voter, and a resident of his or her school district at least 30 days before the June 13 school election. Those circulating petitions for a candidate also must be a registered voter in the district. The Thornapple Kellogg and the Caledonia School districts each will elect two board members to fill expiring terms. Voters also are reminded that Monday. May 16. is the last day to register to vote in the June school election. Pre-trial set for Middleville man charged in automobile fatality BABYLON HAIR & TANNING SALON BRING THIS AD FOR DISCOUNTS !/i Off Selected Services TANNING $|75 HAIRCUTS $450 EAR PIERCING MAXING $250 MANICURE FRENCH TWIST $500 ALL OTHER Services $2550 (Re* $28) I ” An April 28 pre-trial has been scheduled for a 28-yearold Middleville man on charges stemming from the Oct. 23 auto accident that took the life of Caledonia High School senior Vito Lombardo Jr. Timothy Allen Tape was charged Thursday. March 31. in Barry County Circuit court on three felony counts. The first, manslaughter with a motor vehicle charges $goo 25% OFF — Call for — SPIRALS COLOR r. nsSl650 FOIL (Reg s26’° m Reg 135» This air band performance of "Are You Gonna Go My Way,” conjured up im­ ages of the '60s. Middle school staff wouldn't miss the chance to get in on the act. This crew packed some extra padding on their rears and did their rendition of "Shake Your Booty.” GRAND OPEMINC PERMS The Little Old lady $55 *t I HI-LITE s» s2250 Featuring Two Wolfe Tanners • Paul Miichell Products Kenra Products • Tanning Products SPECIAL PRICES GOOD THRU APRIL 14. 1994 114 River St., Middleville 7QC AAAC OPEN 6 DAYS A WEEK Mon.-Sat._______ Prre~#i 9 # J wWJ CLASSIFIEDS Place Your Advertising ’Message Here • 795-3345 • Bcrtei 5 tot ‘275 thafiKX pat •wi I you pay m odvonct, yov sen 5Cr b*n« charge Deadkne s Fnday * 4:00 pzn. the defendent with operating his vehicle "in a grossly negligent manner," thus caus­ ing Lombardo's death. Con­ viction carries a maximum sentence of 15 years imprison­ ment and/or a $7,500 fine. The second count charges Tape with causing a death while operating a motor vehi de under the influence of alcohol The charge carries a 15-vear sentence and/or a $2,500-$ 10.000 fine Convic­ tion also means the defen­ dent's driver's license would be revoked The third count charges that Tape failed to remain at the scene of the accident for iden­ tification. nor did he offer "reasonable" assistance to Lombardo This charge carries a max­ imum sentence of five years and/or $5,000. Tape was arrested after the late-night accident, in which his 1987 Chevy pickup allegedly struck Lombardo’s car, pinning the young man inside Uxnbardo died of his injuries the next day. Tape has since been free on bond, and in court last week stood mule to the charges. Not guilty pleas were entered on his behalf. Thornapple Roofing & Siding Vinyl Siding Replacement Windows Free Estimates Licensed Builder 795-2039 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml f April 5. 1994 I Page 9 Rusty Kermeen is District Governor for Lions Club President of the Middleville Lions Club. Bryan Finkbeiner. (left) congratulates Rusty Kermeen of the local club for being named District Governor of the Lions. J Ad Graphics News Service Rusty Kermeen, a 20-year veteran of the Middleville I Jons who has a long list of offices he has held in the local and state organization, has been elected as District 11-C-l Governor Nominated by the president of the Middleville Lions Bryan Finkbeiner, with the nomination seconded by Jeff Van Aman, past district governor from Hastings, Kermeen was elected on March 26 at the state district convention in Muskegon. Kermeen, who talked as be worked at the annual chicken dinner sponsored by the Middleville club recently, said he is still forming bis goals for the district, but two immediate concerns are to boost membership in the Special Offer Only Available thru May 20th, 1994! • Select Your New Apartment and Receive One Months Rent FREE! • 38 Newly constructed ranch style apartments Featuring: • Two spacious bedrooms. Lions, and encourage more activities involving the 56 Lions and 7 Lioness clubs in the district. Part of his duties will be to serve as liaison for the Lions International to the 1,700 Lions in the district, he said. In addition to being vice governor for the district last year, he has served as president of the Middleville club, served on its board of directors for three terms, headed special projects and served on numerous committees. Kermeen has worked for the Welcome Home for the Blind in Grand Rapids, and also has served as state chairman for Welcome Home for one and one-half terms. President Finkbeiner said Kermeen is an ideal Lion. "Every activity we have been in; he has either chaired or co-chaired." Finkbeiner said. "He's one of the most motivated members we have and he has a great sense of humor," he said. The 11-C-1 District covers the area of Allegan to the south, Muskegon to the north. Ionia to the east and Lake Michigan to the west. As District Governor, Kermeen will attend the International Convention in Phoenix in July and will visit each Lion club in the district during bis year of service as governor. Kermeen is sales coordinator for Gavin Chevrolet/Buick/Pontiac in Middleville. He and bis wife Pat are the parents of three chikkrn Annual lease agreements with maintenance free condominium style Ihing Located adjacent Io the Hospital. Park, and Mall Centrally located to Lansing. Grand Rapids. 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Serving of the hot cakes starts at 6 a.m. and will continue until 10 a.m. So, if you like to get up early on a Saturday, or sleep in for a while, you can still stop at the Dutton/Gaines Township Fire Department for breakfast and say "good morning" to the crew as they goodnaturedly display their oncea-year cooking skills. 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April 12. meeting at 6 30 p m. at the Masonu Temple Members are asked to bring a dish to pass and their own table service The OES also will raise money for the Grand Chapter Education Fund for scholar­ ships for youth For the local OES 100th an­ niversary open house July 10. between 2 and 4 p m . all past matrons are asked io bring tn their quilts so they can be displayed Situated on the hill - with a view! Buy Before May 1st - Beat the Sales Tax Increase & Save s862 Call Sandra Now at... TRUE VALUE HOMES In Cider Mill Village RAP *R A A A / y 3* / / VV A Cob sanity of Carefree Manafactared Homes Private Property Land Home Financing Available 812 RIVER BEND LANE - MIDDLEVILLE______ �Page 10 I The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml / April 5, 1994 TK Middle School ‘Students of the Month’— Thornapple Kellogg Students of the Month for February have been announced. Sixth graders are (front row. from left) Jessica Allerding, Amanda Bowyer. Lisa Brock, Ryan Clark, and Nicole Craven; (second row, from left) Cassie Decker, Poyshence Erb, Brendan Hula, Drew Kennedy, and Philip Kenyon; and (back row, from left) Josh Mosey, Jason Noom, John Send, Lucas Slogel, ond Rebecca Ulrich. Not pictured is Lauren Vandal. ENGAGEMENTS VanStee-Gleason Mr and Mrs. Marshall VanSlec of Middleville, an­ nounce the engagement of their son. Christopher Manin VanStcc. to Tamara Lynn Gleason. daughter of Mr and Mrs Frederick Gleason of Wyoming. The future groom is a graduate of Thornapplc Kellogg High School and Grand Valley State Universi­ ty. The bride to be is a graduate of Wyoming Park 'High School and is currently attending Olivet College, from which she will graduate in May. The couple respec­ tively of Middleville and Wyoming, will be wed on June 18. 1994. Seventh grade honorees are (front row, from left) Andrea Bucher, Jason Burri. Micheol Byars, Sally Christiansen, ond Marina Dettmann; (second row. from left) Rachel Fliearman, Ryan Hesselink, Jeremy Huyck, Nicole Medaris, ond Rachel Patterson; and (bock row, from left) Scott Ploeg, Brian Reaser, Courtney Rousselle, Kevin Schultz, and Christopher Wellman. Seniors can get photos at all-night party Seniors at Thornapple Kellogg High School are being asked to keep an eye out for signs around school letting them know when a photographer will be in the cafeteria waiting for them. The idea is to get photos of ail of the seniors for a very strange activity that will take place during the allnight party after graduation. "We have about 60 of the seniors photos taken already," said Marge Loew, "but we want all of them." She would not say how the photos would be used saying instead, "We’re not letting them know, because it’s part of something that is going to happen at the party.” Seniors should watch for signs or call Jane Peck at 795-7061 to find out when the next photo session will be, Loew said. Students of the month from the eighth grade ore (front row, from left) Stephanie Higgins, Will Holmes, Jeremiah Longstreet, ond Ben Meekhof; and (back row, from left) Nathan Schmitz, Thomas Winslow, and Becky Worth. Not pictured are Holly Byars, Sarah Cordts, Melissa Kline, Michelle Mancuso, James McKian, Cheryl Postema, Cory Schut, and Jeremy Starr. Local man joins Angus group James Farris of Middleville is a new member of the American Angus Association, reports Dick Spader, ex­ ecutive vice president of the national organization with headquarters in St. Joseph. Mo. The American Angus Association, with over 24.000 active adult and junior members, is the largest beef cattle registry association in the world. Its computerized records include detailed infor­ mation on more than 12 million registered Angus The association records ancestral information and keeps records of production on individual animals for its members These permanent records help members select and mate the best animals in their herds to produce high quality, efficient breeding cat­ tle, which are then recorded with the American Angus Association Most of these registered Angus are used by the U.S. farmers and ranchers who raise high quality beef for U.S. consumption. | SORE FEET / ANKLES? | Assignment Accepted! g S Medicare, B.C.B.S., PPO, HMO Diabetics • Adult & Children Foot Problems I# J. || J I..* S KENT PODIATRY | Terrence J. Emiley, D.P.M. 612 Main Street in Caledonia Call...891-9133 £3 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I April 5. 1994 I Page 11 AREA SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS Thornapple Kellogg School . Lunch Menu Wednesday, April 6 Spring Vacation Thursday, April 7 Spring Vacation Friday, April 8 Spring Vacation. .Monday, April 11 Hamburger on bun, pickk slices, oven fries, peaches Tuesday, April 12 El. Break launch. Canadian Bacon, french toast sticks, pot wedge, o.j., H.S. & M.S., Chicken, mashed potatoes, green beans, o.j. NOTE: Whole or lowfat milk offered each day Alt. menu at El. Monday, hot dog. Tuesday, turkey sandwich. Wednesday, salad bar; Thurs­ day. hamburger; Friday, fish with Variety of sandwiches and salads at High School and Middle Caledonia Community Schools Elementary Lunch Menu Caledonia Community Schools Kettle 1-ake Breakfast Menu Wednesday. April 6 Spring Vacation. Thursday, April 7 Spring Vacation Friday. April 8 Spring Vacation Monday, April 11 Hamburger w/bun. french fries, food bar. milk Tuesday. April 12 Pizza, food bar. milk. Wednesday. April 6 Spring Vacation. Thursday. April 7 Spring Vacation Friday. April 8 Spring Vacation Monday. April 11 Assorted cereal, toast, juice or fruit, milk. Tuesday. April 12 Sour cream doughnut, juice, or fruit, milk. Call for Classifieds Phone 795-3345 [From Our Readers Middleville Cemetery’s east end deteriorating more each year To the editor: I have lived east of Mid­ dleville all of my life and have gone past the Middleville Cemetery many, many times. I have watched the east end of the cemetery deteriorate more each year About 50 years ago. I was hired to pull out the small trees with my team of horses and to trim up some of the other trees. With the help of another man. we got the hill looking good The next year I was asked to plow furrows around the hill so trees could be planted Later, the Township Board decided not to plant trees. Since then nothing has been done to keep the area neat ex­ cept to bum it over a few times. State Road .will be main traveled road, soon as the work is finished on it. it would surely be nice to have the ap­ proach into Middleville look­ ing better, the road side as well as the cemetery' hill. Besides, it would show nxirv respect to the people who arc buried there. Paul Gibson Middleville Thomappk Kellogg Breakfast Menu Wednesday, April 6 Spring Vacation Thursday, April 7 Spring Vacation I r iday, April 8 Spring Vacation. Monday, April 11 Cold cereal, muffin, orange juice, milk Tuesday, April 12 Sausage links, biscuit, apple juice, milk Caledonia Communits Iligh/Middle Schools Lunch Menu Wednesday. April 6 Spring Vacation Thursday . April 7 Spring Vacation Friday, April 8 Spring Vacation. Monday, April 11 Deluxe hamburg, w/bun. french fries, fruit choice, milk. Tuesday, April 12 Pizza, french fries, fruit choice, milk. C aledonia Community Schools High/Middh Meal Deal Menu Wednesday, April 6 Spring Vacation Thursday, April 7 Spring Vacation. Friday. April 8 Spring Vacation. 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The 18-biIl package, passed unanimously on March 24, aims to safeguard parents and children and provide for a child’s smooth transition into a caring, adoptive family Made up of six Senate bills and 12 House bills, the package seeks to put in­ to law many of the recommendations put forth by parents, families and experts. Together, the bills adopt 23 specific recommendations from the Bmsfeld commission, which was chaired by Lt. Guv. Connie Bmsfeld. Our hearts ached over the Jessica DeBoer case. The claims of the embattled families aside, it was painfully clear the in­ terests of Baby Jessica were not being adequately safeguarded As a defenseless child and a Michigan citizen, she deserved better But the adoptive process is plagued by other problems Anyone who has dealt with the concerns of adopted adults — combining the bureaucracy for information about their birth parents — knows this system needs reform The adoption package represents an effort to help protect the interests of children like Baby Jessica, but also to comprehensively correct problems associated with adoption The cornerstone of the package is Senate Bill 721, which calls for substantial updates to the adoption code SB 721 would establish direct-consent adopt Kin. which would allow birth parents to directly release their parental rights to chosen adoptive parents, provided those parents had a favorable home study done With this, they could bypass adoption agencies. The bill also allows immediate adoptive placement without requiring the adoptive family to be a foster care family Under current law, no such placement can occur unless the family is licensed foster care facility A last major change would allow only child-placing agencies or attorneys recognized by the American Academy of Adop tion Attorneys to perform traditional adoptions This would correct a major flaw in the Ik-Boer case, since much of the dispute is the case involved essentials of the adoption process being performed improperly Other highlights of the adoption package include: • the establishment of a Children's Ombudsman’s Office in the Legislative Council. This officer would allow the Legislature to monitor the departments of Social Sen ices and Mental Health, community mental health programs, child placement agencies and foster care officials The ombudsman would also have the power to investigate complaints and check on the status of and help protect adoptive children, as well as those in foster care; and. • the establishment of ‘confidential intermediaries." or CI*. Appointed by probate courts. Cis would help adult adoptees to search for and contact former family members. The Cis would act in cases where birth families had indicated they did not want their identities released or where there were no clear instruction on release of the names. The intermediary would contact a birth family and ask if they would agree to have their names released to the adopted person. Cis could also help set up a meeting between the adopted person and the birth family. It is important to note this package is the result of expert testimony and careful study, not legislative tinkering. The legislation we passed is a careful and measured response to the very complex problems sometimes accompany ing adoption. If you have questions about this new legislation or are con­ sidering adoption and need assistance, please feel free to con­ tact me at my office in Lansing at (517) 373-0797 or at home at 868-7646. Our goal as a community should be to provide children with loving and caring families. Caledonia High School band members earn state honors Winning honors of this year s State Bond Solo ond Ensemble Contest were CHS sophomores Stephanie VondenBerg, who earned a II rating, ond Aaron Priskom, who earned a I. VondenBerg performed Teleman's T Major Concerto for Flute, ond Priskom played ‘Concert Etude' by Alexander GoedirW® Official MIDDLEVILLE Village Council Minutes AAorch 8. 1994 PreskWnt Myer* called the meeting »o order at 7 00 p.m. Present Bray French, Mugridge Oliver Schellinger, and VondenBerg Absent None Guest* Margaret Fowler from the Sun and New* Melissa Fowler. Loretta and Stuart Buckley. Scott and Smantha VanderBosch. Darren and Kimberly Moored ond LeRoy Fob Minutes of the February 22. 1994 meeting were approved as read Agenda approved as presented Steve Loubough from the Barry County Y MCA updated Council on activities in Mid­ dleville ond requested Council renew their contract with the 1954 PA 188 PROCEEDINGS YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN Notice of Public Hearing on the Special Assessment Roll for Special Assessment District No. 13 To the residents and property owners of Yankee Springs Township, Barry Coun­ ty, Michigan, the owners of land within the Special Assessment District No. 13 and any other interested persons: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE the Supervisor and Assessing Officer of the Township has reported to the Township Board and filed in the office of the Township Clerk for public examination a special assessment roll prepared by him covering all properties within the Special Assessment District*No. 13 benefited by the pro­ posed grading and paving project. Said assessment roll has been prepared for the purpose of assessing a portion of the costs of the construction of grading and paving and work incidental thereto within the aforesaid Willson Drive Special Assessment District as more particularly shown on the plans of the Township engineers on file with the Township Clerk at 264 N. Briggs Road, Middleville, Michigan within the Township, which assessment is in the total estimated amount of $40,000.00. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE the assessing officer has further reported the assessment against each parcel of land within said district is such relative portion of the whole sum levied against all parcels of land in said district as the benefit to such parcels bears to the total benefit to ail parcels of land in said district. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE the Township Board will meet at the Yankee Springs Township Hall. 284 N. Briggs Road. Middleville. Michigan on April 14. 1994. at 7:30 p.m for the purpose of reviewing said special assessment roll and hearing any objection thereto Said roll may be examined at the office of the Township Clerk during regular business hours of regular business days until the time of said hearing and may further be examined at said hearing Ap­ pearance and protest at the hearing held to confirm the special assessment roll is required in order to appeal the amount of the special assessment to the state tax tribunal An owner, or party in interest, or his or her agent may appear tn person at the hearing to protest the special assessment, or shall be permitted to file his or her appearance or protest by letter and his or her personal appearance shall not be required. The owner or any person having an interest in the real proper­ ty who protests in person or in writing at the hearing may file a wntten appeal of the special assessment with the state tax tribunal within 30 days after the confirmation of the special assessment roll. H.E. VanderBee. Township Clerk 284 N. Briggs Road Middleville. Michigan 49333 795-9091 (103) Villoge. Thi« request was sent to ♦he Park and Recreation Com mittee for consideration and recommendation at the next Council meeting Mugridge moved the printed bills be paid. Support by VondenBerg. Ayes all Carried. Mugridge moved the follow­ ing transfer be allowed. General Fund to Payroll Fund. $30,000 00. Support by VondenBerg Ayes all. Carried. French chairperson of the Zoning and Ordinance Commit­ tee updated Council on the dog ordinance. French also updated Council on the Planning Commis­ sion* meeting in reference to the approval of special use per mif to No Preference Towing and agreement concerning portable sign*. (Pattoor*. Thornapple Kitchen). President Myers updated Council on committee meeting with the Thornapple Township concerning annexation. VondenBerg submitted infor­ mation on the Police cruiser to Council to look over and discus* at the next meeting. Schellinger moved that the Village Manager ask for ap­ proval from the Council, for any and all workshops, schools, or training sessions that incur ex­ penses on the part of the Village Support by Mugridge. Ayes all. Carried. Council ond Police Chief Shoemaker reviewed the February Police Activity Report Council expresses a Special Thank You to Treasurer Gary Rounds for his many years of service to the Village of Middleville Smantha VandenBosch ap­ proached Council with complaint concerning the Police depart ment. Discussion held. Police Chief ond Mrs. VandenBosch reached on agreement. With no further business. French moved for adjournment. Support by Bray Ayes all Carried. Meeting adjourned at 7:54 p.m. Cheryl Hooper Village Clerk (107) Synopsis of Minutes THORNAPPLE TOWNSHIP March 11. 1994 Regular meeting called at 7:01 p.m. Board member* present-5. Others-14. Minutes of February 14 ond February 24 meeting* approved os printed Printed bill* m the amount of $32,040 68 approved by roll coll vote Motion passed unanimously tabling action on zoning or­ dinance amendment Motion passed unanimously to place renewal fire millage ques­ tion* on August ballot Motion passed unanimously approving $200 00 fee for non medically necessary transport for TAPP member* Motion passed unanimously authorizing Supervisor to sign contract with Progressive AEP for Duncan Lake services. Motion passed unanimously approving mter-fund transfers Meeting adjourned at 10 10 pm Donna Kenyon Clerk Selected to ploy this year In the State FFA Band were CHS trombonists Philip VanLaan ond Nathan McIntyre. The band performed at the FFA State Convention. Selected to ploy in the Western Michigan University Wind and Percussion Spring Conference All-Star Band were Caledonia trumpeter Aaron Priskom and junior French horn player Bridget Casey. They performed with 125 band members from 60 senool district* under the baton of composer Mark Camphouse. NOTICE Of SPECIAL MEETING TO THE RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS OF YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP, BARRY CO., Ml and OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE the Yankee Springs Township Board, the Planning Commission, and the Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a special meeting Thurs­ day, April 7, 1994, at 7:30 P.M at the Township Hall, 284 N Briggs Road, Middle­ ville, Mi. 49333, to review the proposed Zoning Ordinance. Material pertaining to the above subject may be examined at the Township Hall during regular office hours. Yankee Springs Township will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for tne hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed material being considered at the hearing upon five (5) days notice to the Yankee Springs Township Clerk. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Yankee Springs Township Clerk by writing or calling the Clerk at the address or telephone number listed herein (104) Harvey E. Vander Bee, Clerk Telephone 795-9091 �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml / April 5. 1994 I Page 13 Scots softballers looking for top spot in league The Caledonia girls' softball team has all the components to have a fine season, according to coach Jon Pelletier. The Lady Scots are coming off a record-setting 23 wins last year and a second-place finish in the O-K Gold. In his fourth-year coaching the Ijrfy Scots. Pelletier said, "we have an excellent return­ ing squad, but have added some younger talent as well." Returning starters include Jodi VanderVelde. Michele Colborn. Katie Donker and Heather Van Enk. The core quad has at least one year of starting experience as juniors and VanderVelde has been a starter since being a freshman, with her and Colburn being A1I-O-K Gold last season. Van Enk was the fill-in shortstop after Colburn's in­ jury and according to Pel­ letier, "excelled at the job." This year she will take up a position at second and spend a little time behind the plate. Pelletier has penciled in the starting lineup as co-captain VanderVelde in center and leading off. Colburn at short batting second. Julie Tuinstra hitting third and spending some time at first and in right field. Sophomore Lisa Con­ stant will start at third and fill the clean-up spot. Donker is batting fifth and will pitch and play first. Van Enk. the other co-captain. is in the number six slot. Catcher Jenny Millard will bat seventh, spending time at second base as well, while freshman Christine Gilland will follow. Gilland will spend time in the outfield and sophomore Jenny Feenstra. the speedster, will be batting ninth and fill the left field. "Tuinstra is having a fine pre-season." Pelletier said, "and Donker has picked up a lot of speed in the off season. Gilland has an excellent future ahead of her on the mound and Feenstra will add speed to our lineup...” Members of the Caledonia girts' softball include, front row from left: Jayme Poll, Katie Donker, Jodi VanderVelde, coach Jon Pelletier, Heather VanEnk and Lisa Grimes. Second row: Lisa Constant, Jenny Millard. Jenny Feenstra. Laura Swainston. Michele Colburn, Julie Tuinstra. Shane Townsend and Christine Gillard Caledonia Varsity Baseball Team: Members of the Caledonia varsity basebail team Include, front row from left: Chris Moore. Todd Hoek, David Uyl, Matt Neely, Bob Anderson, Matt Barr, Pat Stegeman and J.T. Grant. Second row. Head coach John Klunder, Adam Gall, Paul Minder, Clarence Fuller, Chris Smith, Matt Lieske, Jason Pierce, Eric Constant and assistant coach Gus Wagner. No pre­ season story was available at press time Filling the deep bench for the I-ady Scots will be return­ ing seniors Jayme Poll and Lisa Grimes and underclass­ men Shana Townsend and I .aura Swainston. "Our defense and pitching will have to excel." Pelletier said, "and if it does I expect the l^dy Scots to be a thorn in a tot of other teams' sides." Wrestling over at TK Jr. High The Middleville Jr High wrestling team ended its dual season with an exciting 48-39 victory over Comstock Park. The victory gave the young Trojans a final dual standings /of 6-1. The wrestling team capped off its year with a fourth place finish at the conference meet Feb 26 Brian McKeown was 2-1 to place third at 80 lbs. Dendel Craven ended the year undefeated at 100 lbs. and capturing first place. 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Tim Keizer, Jim Ramey and Rich Hiler, to form the core of a team. He added some good looking prospects like Steve Austin, Mike Mrozinzki, Jason Clin­ ton, Mike Sanderson and John Huyck. With the indoor "spring training** the grouped werked on the basics of baseball and "worked very hard al it." "I’m very encouraged with the team's commitment," Penfield said. "Our spring trip to Nashville (Tenn.) will be a tremendous asset We look to practice twice a day. develop­ ing essentia] techniques." The Trojans, who finished sixth in the O K Blue last sea­ son. will be trying to knock off perennial powerhouses like Calvin Christian and Hamilton and better their standing in the conference. On the mound for the team will be Williams, who had three of the five wins last year; Bundy, who had one win and a save, and Wade. Ramey and Sanderson On the bags will be Huyck at first, Keizer at second and Ramey and Clinton platooning at third. Williams and Bundy will cover shortstop. Austin has been tapped for center field, with Kaiser, Members of the Thomapple-Kellogg varsity baseball team include, from left: coach Tim Penfield. Dwight Wade, Rich Hiler. Brad Williams, Nathan Bundy, Jim Williams and Hiler filling left and right. Even outside of the league the Trojans have tough games, having double headers against Caledonia and Ramey. Steve Austin, Mike Mrozinski, Jason Clinton. Tim Keizer and John Huyck Missing from photo Mike Sanderson Wayland within a week of opening day and non­ conference games against Maple Valley Spring l^ke and Dowagiac dotted throughout the season. TK softballers want to take down champs After losing to State Class B Girls* Softball Champion Calvin Christian in the regional finals, Middleville girls are looking to take the I jxly Squires down a peg this season. Coach Chert Ria is in her ninth year coaching the TK team and has amassed an enviable 73-39 record including an overall 22-10 /last year and a 10-4 in the OK Blue. Returning this season will be senior pitcher Katie Berg. I.asl year she was 12-1 on the mound with a .906 ERA. She was also selected to All-O-K Blue. All-district and the All­ region team. Also returning to the mound will be sophomore pitcher Traci Campbell. She pitched 10-9 last season with a 1.252 ERA and was selected to the All-district team and was an Honorable Mention on the All-regional team. Junior Becky Holwerda returns to the short stop position. She was All- OK Blue All-district and Allregional as well. Junior Amanda Osborne, an All­ district first baseman will be back. l-ast season's left fielder Vicki Jansen, a junior, will be behind the [Mate for this season and seniors center fielder Amy Snider and third baseman Jaime Strater have signed on for another year The new left fielder will be Joy Smith. She is one of the many new faces who'll hit the diamond for the Lady Trojans. Also out for the team is Amanda Hall-Neeson an out fielder. Dawn Huss, out fielder and third baseman, Bonny McMurray as a back up first baseman, Julie Palazzolo in the outfield and as a backup at second, Sarah Potter and Julie Weidman in the outfield and Tami Bruin as a utility infielder. Hitting and defense are the basic the coach is drilling on this spring because Calvin is back with a strong team again. Also looking tough Godwin and Comstock Park, which has strong pitching on an annual basis. But, according to the coach, pitching is one of TK's strengths as well. If the team can match the pitching I » Members of the Thomapple-Kellogg girts softball team indude, front row from left: Katie Berg, Vicki Jansen. Trad Campbell, Dawn Huss, Joy Smith and Bonny McMurray. Second row: Becky Holwerda, Jaime Strater, Amanda Osborne, Julie Weldman, Tammi Bruin, Julie Palazzolo and Sarah Potter. 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Another veteran from last year's 7-1 team will be sophomore Jessica Van A man and juniors Sarah Matson, Sarah Allore, Wendy Wis­ niewski and Jamie Smith, who were on the cross country team of Benjamin's as well. Others returning from the track and field team of 1993 include sophomores Erin VanderSloot. Stephanie Potter and Keri Koehn and senior Angie DeBoer. New kids on the block Benjamin has seen promise in are freshmen Jenna Cook, I .aura Reed. Katherine Ro­ drigue/ and Lisa Postema and first -year sophomores Shan­ non Pagano and Samantha Sherman. The coach has been drilling the team in the individual events’ fundamentals and has had been spending time oo speed drills. She said the O-K Blue is a tough conference to compete in because of teams like By­ ron Center. Hamilton and Calvin Christian. "(We have) a small, incxperienced team, but the kids are great," said Benjamin. "They are very hard working and serious about track. They'll work hard to beat someone else." Members of the Mkfcfieville girls' track team include, front row from left coach Tammy Benjamin, Katherine Rodriguez, Angie DeBoer, Erin VanderSloot and Laura Reed. Second row: Sarah Matson, Stephanie Potter, Wendy Wisniewski. Shannon Pagancy. Jamie Smith and Lisa Postma Third row: Samantha Sherman, Sarah Allore. Jessica VanAman, Keri Koehn, Jenna Shook and Carta Ptoeg ‘Coming together" key forTK boys FACTORY WORK • AVAILABLE • • ASSEMBLY/PACKAGING • MACHINE OPERATORS Trim Press Plastic Injection, Spot Weld, Etc. • STACKING/INSPECT PARTS Many new openings daily! Most are very long term with good potential for hire Overtime may be required Job sites near the Kent County Airport, by Division and 36th St. and In South Grand Rapids A Bring in this ad for a $20.00 Bonus on your first paycheck for 40 hours BONUS (or more) issued by April 30, 1994. Apply 8 11 am to 1-3:30 pm Weekdays with 2 Pieces of I.D • 507 36th St., S.E. 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Darren Van Elst in the shot Call for Sun & News Action Ads PHONE 795-3345 Thad Otto, Brad Enders and Jim Cole. Third row: assistant coach Monte Munjoy, Matt Send. Todd Wynsma, Jason VanElst, Nathan DeBoer, Jacob Dussia, Darren VanElst and Shawn Davis Missing from the photo are Keith Potts, Jeremy Aardema, Jim Robertson, Matt Polhemus and head coach John Dussia. put and Ed Solomon in the Comstock Park.. 400 meters were both all­ New kids which the coach conference last season. They expects much from are Todd will be joined by Matt Wynsma, Tim Hannaw. Tim Polehemus, Jacob Dussia, Jim Syswerda, Brian Syswcrda, Cole, Keith Potts, Jeremy Matt Send, Josh Steorts, Isaac A arde ma, Jason Van El st. Bandridge, Nathan DeBoer Brad Finders, Thad Otto and and Trevor Eaton. Shawn Davis as the early The coach is working on picks to shine this season. improving the athletes' The coach also expects to cardiovascular fitness and the see improvement in returners specifics of individual field Roger Perez, Jim Robertson events in the pre-season and and Mike Ellis, because they said he feels he has "a group have experience in the strong of hard workers who want to conference against solid excel in their individual teams like Godwin and events." 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Other new members to the 1993 Class B regional runners-up include Jason Moore in the high jump, Phil Stimac in the hurdles, Brian Purdy in the shot put, Eric Snyder at the 800 meters and Todd Striplin and Dave VandenBerg as dis­ tance runners. Looking to make a name for themselves arc a trio of freshman named Smith — Jamie. Keith and Eric. They will be joined by nine other frosh to give the Scots some new blood. Two All-O-K Gold sprint­ ers. John Winquest and Keith Bohez, will be back to attempt another run at a state title. They are but two of whai Soderman calls a "very strong sprinting corps," the others being Jon Oldfield, Jason King and Niang. Parbel. a two-time all-state cross-country runner leads a strong distance lineup, along with Potgeter, Lillie, Ben Thompson and Brian Van­ denBerg. In the Held events, Adam Paalberg, Brian Nowak and Chris Vander Meer, all the 11foot plus pole vaulters have returned to the team. Discus thrower Jason Bush, and longjumper Keith Bohez return as well. Soderman said all four of his relay teams should be very strong. He feels be will need strong output from the entire team because the "O-K Gold will be a very competitive confer­ ence" this season. Members of the Caledonia boys track team include, front row from left: Brian Purdy, Eric Snyder. Jason King, Jon Oldfield, Keith Bohez. John Winquest. Pete Parbel. Ben Lillie. Ben Potgeter. Brian Nowak. Matt Postma. Brent Boncher, Youssoof Niang and Phil Stimac Second row: Dave VandenBerg. Ben Thompson. Jamie Daniels. Adam Paariberg, Jason Bush. Chris VanderMeer. Chad DykGraaf. Jamie Smith, Joe DeGroot and Ryan Helmer. Third row: coach John Soderman. Jeff Foster. Keith Smith, Nick Hansen. Aaron Haight. Tim Johnston. Wayne Mahrenholz and coach Paul Stuefen Fourth row: Chris Allen. Seth Erskine. Dave Friedrich. Todd Stripiin, Phil VanLaan, Eric Smith and Jason Moore Members of the Caledonia girls track team include, front row from left: Jill Leatherman, Karyn Duba, Meridith Denison, Amanda Wolfert, Missy Dykgraaf, Wendy Fober and Sarah Flegel. Second row Barb Warner, Audrey Warner, Holly DeBrie, Julie Furst, Sheri VanderVelde, Kelly Vetting, Sarah Parbel and Beth Parbel. Third row: Katie Benham. JoeUe Busman, Candye Bourzac, Kathy Huffman, Amanda Minor, Shannon Houseman, Jill Hofmann, Dorothy Benham and Andrea Shomler Fourth row coach Liz Mast, Karen Wortley, Kelly Mulder, Keri Bloem, Heather Polmanteer, Mandy Jacobs, Alison Knapp, coach Dave Hodgkinson and Coach Joe Zomeriei TO COACH LARRY REA Wishing you a... "Fighting Scots” COME BACK! From ... "The Cardiac Kids" and Parents CHS Basketball ' 1993-94 W "Strictly Business” o State champions dot Scots girls’ track team Sophomore Katie Sobczak, who finished second in the state cross-country championships, junior Sarah Flegel, who took third are just two who have gone out for the Caledonia girls' track and field team. Under the leadership of coach Joe Zomeriei, who is in his 18th year, and assisted by girls' cross-country coach Dave Hodgkinson, the team will try to better last year's 44 conference record. The others coming over from the Class B state cross­ country champs are Karyn Duba, Mendeth Denison, and Sarah Parbel. Two O-K Gold track champions also return this season. Wendy Faber will go after a second title in the 100meter dash and Dorothy Benham will take another shot at the 300-meter hurdles title. Missy DykGraff and Amanda Wolfert are two of the five seniors returning. Denison, Duba and Hatrick being the others. The freshman court has 15 newcomers looking for space on the team. Some of the names are crossovers from the cross-country team, including Shannon Houseman, Beth Parbel and Audrey Warner. Some of the athletes who have already began making an impression on the coach are Kelly Mulder and Joelle Bus­ man in sprints, Katie Benham and Jenny VanDyk in the hur­ dles, plus the distance runners. Two-time state discus champion Liz Mast is now at Grand Valley State Univer­ sity, and Caledonia has Amanda Minor working on filling the position she left. With the O-K Gold being "one of the most competitive in the state at Class B Ixvel" coach Zomerlie has the girls working on conditioning and technique during the presea­ son. He said the teams to watch in his conference will be Hud­ sonville, Wayland and South Christian, as they have consistantly strong teams. Perhaps one other team to keep an eye on will be Cale­ donia's because of the state­ class distance runners. 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Caroline Bergy, Jen­ nifer Groeneweg. Anne Ixathcrman. Sara Ward and Heather Zoet. All have match experience from the 1993 sea­ son. Doot said several of the new athletes coming out. Jes­ sica VanTill, Stephanie VandenBerg, Lisa Johnson and Paula Hackney have some golf experience and that sev­ eral of the complete novices have shown a "great deal of promise. "The promise of depth in the starters should mean Cale­ donia will field a much im­ proved team this year." Doot said. In her 13 years at the helm of the girls* golf team. Doot has led the team to a confer­ ence championship and two tics at the top of the OK Rain­ bow The toughness of the O-K Rainbow, including Kenowa Hills, Forest Hills Northern and Middleville, is self-evi­ dent when three of the eight teams in the conference were state-rank cd last season. having the best sportsmanship on the team Luke Middleton and Jody Blain were voted the most im­ portant for lhe season. The most valuable wrestler award was split between Jody Blain and Kiley Webster Junior varsity letters were awarded David Tuenesscn. Rob Koehler. Josh Knauss. Ty Myers. David Botwiski. Rob Osborne. Darnck Owen and Doug Kidder Caledonia wrestlers win at Lakewood Caledonia Freestyle Wrestl­ ing Club travelled to Lake wood High School on March 26 in the second week of the developmental tourna­ ment schedule Five-year-old Justin Maxim and six-year-old Jordan Trudeau brought home bronze medals to lead Group I. Jake Klapmust finished the day in first place and Rory Root placed second to represent Group II wrestlers. In Group 111. Christopher Smith eliminated three op­ ponents by decision, one match going into overtime, to win his gold medal in the 65-pound weight group. Also winning a first place was Steve Gillet. Earning silver medals were Mike Morgan, Seth Temple, Michael Tomanek and Lucas Zoet Group IV wrestlers were led by Zak Knight who placed second and Nick Draft who was awarded the bronze Also wrestling were Brandon Grinage, Ryan Dykhouse. Nick Gillet. Bran­ don Schalk. Brian Basarabski, Tyler Evans. Ryan Haywood and Ryan Mosey. Phone 795-3345 for Sun & News Action-Ads! « CALEDONIA SPORTSMAN’S CLUB BREAKFAST EGGS • TOAST • PANCAKES MEAT • COFFEE • ORANGE JUICE Sunday, Apr. 10*9 am-12 Noon Adults "415* M-W CALEDONIA jy™ F,,,, o COCOWATER cuSwousa I Foote. Tana Kauli, Stephanie VandenBerg. Pam Allen. Tiffany DeLauge and Laura Brown Back row: coach Diane Doot. Jennifer Klunder, Dana Bott. Lisa Johnson. Paula Hackney and coach Henny Stauffer TK golfers look to 3rd state tourney TK wrestlers finish 93-94 with awards The T-K wrestling team held their annual awards night recently to honor the 30 wrestlers who completed the season Team awards were given to l-ukc Middleton and Steve Ixhman for being the best freshman wrestlers. Luke compiled a 20-14 record while Steve was 21-17 for lhe year. Many Bender and Chad Foster received awards for Members of the Caledonia girts golf team include: front row from left: Anne Leatherman, Stacey Baxter. Sarah Ward. Heather Zoet. Carolyn Bergy, Jennifer Groeneweg and Maria Antecki. Second row; Kristie Mereer, Jessica VanTil, Rachel O'Connor. Dani a!! a Under 12 3°° Bring the Family • r- • it and Friends' 1Q% Discount With Ad Members of the Middleville girts golf team include, front row from left: Amy Missad, Amy Ybema, Ranean Poll. Unsey Haight. Jenny Seifert, Amber Williams. Michele Butler and Megan Roon. Second row: Katie After going to the state tournament io 1992 and fin­ ishing ninth in last year's state competition, the Middleville girls' golf team has set a goal — to three-peat the feat. Four girls, seniors Amy Missad and Sarah Beute and juniors Amy Ybema and Kerri McNees will be lhe core of lhe returning team as all four have had two experiences at the state-level of competition. Also returning will be Metta Bedrick, Shelly Harris, Wendy Dickensen and Kiley Thaler. Jayvee players who’ll be hitting the course again will be Katie Tyner. Amber Williams and Jenny Voogd. Coach Tom Retke has spotted two freshman, Rene' Ellinger and Jenny Seifert, in the bunch who may be able to replace Angie Payne, who graduated. Middleville finished behind Tyner. Shelly Harris. Jenny Voogd, Wendy Dickinson, Metta Bedrick, Sarah Beute. Emily Nicholson. Keah Dodd. Kerri McNees and coach Tom Fletke. Kenowa Hills last year with an O-K Rainbow dual match record of 11-3. The team’s overall record was 18-3 Retke said the team this year will be going for another run at the state title, but also has its sights set on taking the O-K Rainbow title from Kenowa Hills and holding off a perennially strong Forest Hills Northern team. Volleyball was invented in 1895 by William G. Morgan, physical director of the Holyoke, Mass YMCA CHOOSE COMFORTGARP CAR OR 2-POST HOPS New John Deere 7200 and 7400 Tractors provide a productive working environment...inside or out 2-Post foldable RO PS with: • Fully-adjustable seat for extra comfort. • Uncluttered platform. • Analog instrumentation. • Tilt/Telescoping steering wheel. • Ergonomic design. 92-hp7200. 100-hp7400. ________ Tight-sealing ComfortGard cab features: Over 53 square feet of tinted glass area • Easy access and 2-door option. Tiit/Telescoping steering wheel. • Digital instrumentation. • Full air circulation. •72dB(A). 4SK US FOR .4 FREE DEMOXSTRAT1OX THORNAPPLE VALLEY EQUIPMENT, INC. South M-37 — Hastings 945*9526 �Page 18 I The Sun and News, MiddleviMe. Ml I April 5, 1994 Caledonia girls rev up for third season of soccer Senior mid-fielder Trista Frantti, senior defensive back Tarin Lintemuth and junior defensive back Gina DeRuiter were selected to the All-OK Rainbow Girls Soccer team last year. This year, they are the leadership coach Brian Broekhuizen will be looking to to improve the girls thirdplace Finish in the O-K Rain­ bow last season. Other starters coming back whom the third-year coach will be depending on are se­ nior striker Elizabeth Rogers, midfielders Anne Wisner, a sophomore, and junior Jamie Oatiey, junior striker Dani Gallen and keeper Rachel Comegys. Broekhuizen said he is working with the leant mem­ bers to increase their commu­ nication on the field, lie said he wants to see good support of the person handling the baii and for the team to be able to complete a {May with a score. Standing in the way of a first-place finish for the I^dy Scots will be East Grand Rapids and Forest Hills Northern, as they are both tough schools with established soccer teams. Forest Hills Northern. Middleville and Caledonia are emerging as good teams and Calvin Christian is new to the arena this year. The coach said his team will rely heavily on its assets of being a small, but fast team, albiet young. One other point that will lean in favor of the Lady Scots is that this year the soc­ cer field, which bad been more of a sixth Great I-ake last year, has been overhauled and will be dry and very playable during the season. Members of the Caledonia girts soccer team indude, front row from left: Bridget Casey, Tarin Lintemuth, Anne Wisner, Gina DeRuiter and Trista Frantti. Second row: Amy Perkins. Dani Gallert, Elizabeth Rogers, Kara Palmer, Katie Post. Magali Odin and AN ALL-NEW BREED OF POWER Rachel Comegys. Third row: Lisa VanRyn, Sarah Berends. Kelley Spence. Angie Wilkinson. Tricia Davis. Myfa Stewart. Jaimie Oatiey. Krystal Bos and coach Brian Broekhuizen MIWISV * NEW 6000 SERIES TRACTORS... NEW 600 SERIES LOADERS... GREAT NEWS HWtf' ■ Y<«r hydrauls power needs vary from one loader yrb to the next k Wis \ •<**" W5| 3, Sn we built a new hydraulic system for new fiOtO Series Tractors that vanes pressure and flow to match your demand ■ If yon need a big flow of oil. youU get it. the 16 gpm main pump pnwidex maximum prtssun- up to 2.900 psi' • You get exactly the response you need, fed to the fastest cydmg. rnori productive new loaders we’ve ever built Come sec us for more details Members of the Caledonia tennis team include, front row from left: Brad Fortuna, Jared Oatiey, Marc VanderVelde, Mike VanSprang and Jason Chrisman. Second row: coach Sam Wilkinson, David Larsen, Chris Snoap, Brian Carter, Eric Rogers, Scott Ring and Tom Crisman. 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Mo » "Once again,” Wilkinson said, "Forest Hills Northern is Middleville freestyle wrestlers place at two tournaments — Lakewood, Forest Hills Seven Middleville .Matmen placed at Lakewood Freestyle Tournament March 26. / / the talent to challenge Forest Hills Northern, South Chris­ tian, Kenowa Hills and Husonville for the top spot. 4» Artagton Si IMMewne M 4931 CaM: 795-3302 or 891-8208 Placing first in Class 11 was Kyle Fletkc <nd Day ne Fietke took second In Class 111 Dusty Moma placed in second In Class IV Ryan Craven placed first, taking second was Mike Smith and Craig Jenkins Finishing in third was Brian McQueen. Other participants were Ryan Fietke. Aaron Richard­ son, Drew Richardson. Philip Corson. Billy Romph, and Zach George Results of the Forest Hills Northern Tournament in Class II. Blake Carter took a second In Class IV Marc Carter placed first and Ethan Dozeman placing in forth in the Cadet and Junior Division Luke Middleton placed first and Steve Lehman placing third in Greco. Rueben Dozeman finished third tn the freestyle. the team to beat. (The other three) and ourselves are com­ parable. However we do In­ tend to give FUN a run for its money." The coach said singles will be the strong suit for the team, with doubles teams not far behind. Jason Chrisman, Ail-OK Gold at No. 1 singles, "has been putting a lot of hours in on the court and it will be ex­ citing to see him fight for the O-K Gold title again," Wilkinson said. Without last year's Rick Gnattcad, who graduated, the second singles spot is open, but the coach said there are players available who can take up the slack. Possibilities to take the slot are last season s third singles player Eric Rogen and the No. 4 angles, David Larsen. Also returning this year will be both members of the sec­ ond and third doubles teams of Marc VanderVelde and Jared Oatiey and Brad Fortuna and Brian Carter, respectively. Gone, aside from the No. 2 singles, is the entire No. 1 doubles team of Tom Bectham and Mike Ferguson. Wilkinson, however, doesn’t see this as a deficit to the team because of the work VanderVelde and Oatiey have pul into their game and he feels they can step up to the challenge. The most "tender” location on the team will be the second and third doubles skxs, "but I believe the guys who play these flights will rue to the occasion.” ' l^st year, ’ Wilkanson said, "I focused on having fun and working hard. And though I feel it is important to enjoy the game of tennis, this year my philosophy is io work hard — and then if necessary, work harder . " Phone 795-3345 for Sun & News Action-Ads! �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / April 5. 1994 / PaG® 19 Earning all-conference honors for the O-K Gold 1993-94 winter sports season were CHS athletes Julie Tuinstra, honorable mention in volleyball; Pat Stegeman (right), first team in basketball and Adorn Stouffer, conference champion in his weight division in wrestling. b) Barbera (.all Staff Writer Each of the three Caledonia winter sports teams this year boasts one al I'Conference htwMrec Pat Stegeman was named to tte <> K Gold all-conference basketball team; Adam Stauf­ fer earned al I-conference hon­ ors in wrestling, and Julie Tu* inslra received honorable mention in a competitive vol­ leyball league. All three athletes are Jui niora. Completing his third year of varsity play, Stegeman shot 56 percent from the floor and 82 percent from the free throw stripe to lead the Scots in scoring this year, totaling 394 points, averaging almost 19 a game. He also led the team in rebounds, averaging nearly nine per game. He blocked 16 shots and dished off 34 assists. "Needless to say, I'm going to be very happy to have him back next year," said CHS varsity basketball coach Larry' Rea. Stauffer, wrestling in the 103-lb. weight division, also completed an outstanding sea­ son, going undefeated in con­ ference matches and in tour­ nament competition, including the O-K Gold tourney. In the state tournament, he earned a will be valuable assets for our regional slot after taking team again next season." fourth place in the districts Overall, he compiled a 30-7 record for the season He pinned 24 of his 37 op­ ponents for a 65 percent record, and in 68 percent of his matches, had the initial Free Guide For takedown He recorded 24 Alzheimer's Caregivers varsity falls for a 65 percent. spotlight on health "Adam worked hard and had just a great year. We re definitely looking for him to be one of our team leaders again next season," said CHS wrestling coach Jim Maxim. A two-year varsity player, Tuinstra compiled a fine record in O-K Gold play. Playing as a selter/outside hit­ ter, she earned a 97 percent average in setting with 74 assists. In passing, she averaged 89 percent and was 13 for 18 in blocks for 72 percent with five solo blocks. A 94 percent server, she scored eight aces and a total of 56 points in league play. She was success­ ful in 66 of 90 attacks, with 23 kills. "As a junior. Julie has been instrumental in team leader­ ship and was co-captain this year," said volleyball coach Peg Mulherin. "Well look forward to having Julie back as a senior. Both her leader­ ship and her playing skills up to 30% OFF CLEARANCE ON ALL cold weather gear Mia • LaCross Boots • Carham clothing 1 /none/ A/ow s the time to stock up for ne.it winter. Caledonia Farmers Elevator 136 E. Main Street • Caledonia 891-8108 • Open 6 Davs a Week Gymnasts perform at state Athletes from Gymnastics In Motion recently competed in state-level competitors and came away with five winners. From left. Zac Wieringa was 10th in the vault. 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VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE PUBLIC NOTICE The Department of Public Works (DPW) is scheduled to provide the following services to the residents who reside within the boundaries of the Village of Middleville: Q SPRING CLEAN-UP WEEK © • May 9-13, 1994 • ° A free book can help the families of those with Alz­ heimer's disease Called Altheimer's: A Care­ giver's Guide and Sourcebook, it can give both families and professionals a better under­ standing of the disease, of the victim's behavior and of ways to cope effectively with the de­ mands of canng for Alz­ heimer’s patients A special section explores the full range of resources for Alzheimer's care—resources that can pro­ vide families with much-ap­ preciated relief from the bur­ dens of daily care The book also includes tips on locating resources such as diagnoses, home health services, and nursing home placement, as well as helpful suggestions on reducing caregiver stress For a free copy of Alt heimer’s A Caregiier's Guide and Sourcebook. call 1-800227-7998 Or you can write to the American Health Assis­ tance Foundation 15825 Shady Grove Road. 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Middleville. Michigan 49333 ______________ ° 121 S OlBCHSt F* ‘ v ’ ■ ■ f ‘Farmer Peet’ honored as KCEA custodian of year tn Margaret Fowler Staff Writer David Peet claims he's just doing his job. But others at McFall Elementary School in Mid­ dleville feel he goes much beyond just performing his duties and responsibilities as custodian The fact that he has been selected as the 1994 Custodial'Maintenance Staff Person of the Year by the Kent County Education Association supports the claims of those he work* with. What makes Peet so special? One of the most obvious things is how he treats the children at McFall, who range from 3 to 6 years in age, and how they respond to him All the kids call him “Farmer Peet." a name that stuck when he first started do­ ing custodial work at the school and driving a school bus hack in 1978 He takes time to search for lost mittens and boots, fixes lunch pails and ties shoes He always has tune to talk with the children, listen to their important news' and listen to them read a story." she continued The kids don't hesitate to give him a hug If any of them have a dif­ ficult knot in their shoe laces, they can always count on "Farmer Peet" to get it undone It's not only the children at the school who benefit from Peet's dedication and caring. In March, the school had a bedtime story night in the library the evening before a teacher in-service day. Principal Bill Rich left a note for Peet, asking that he put the small child-size tables and chairs back where they belonged so the teachers would have something to sit David Peet, McFall Elementary custodian who has been nomed as 1994 custodial/maintenance staff person of the year talks to some of the kids while he gets a knot of one girl's shoelace. The kids all know that not even the worst knot is a match for their buddy, "Farmer Peet.' on sidewalks to walk on when and excellence in his job per­ Knowing that the teachers wouldn't be comfortable on the kiddie sized furniture for the whole day. Peet moved full-sized chairs in from another room. “The kids riding my bus couldn't remember my name." he said "So. I told them just to call me 'Farmer Peet’ because it was easy to rr member.” "David is a guardian to oc­ cupants of the building He loves, nurtures, enjoys anc protects all of the children ano staff with his friendly cares and concerns." said teacher Janet Geukes. David Peet known as "Farmer Peet" to the McFall Elementary kids gets a hug from some of the first graders in Shelley Erb's class. “As a result of David’s concern and effort our in­ service was much more pro­ ductive due to the comfortable seating arrangement.” said Rich. McFall staff can always count on having safe they arrive in spite of the weather because Peet sees that the sidewalks are clear, Margie Slocum, another McFall teacher summed it all up this way. “David's con sistently positive attitude and pleasing personality has com­ bined to make him an integral and indispensable part of the the McFall staff!” These things, along with many others, tell why Peet fit the criteria that includes skill formance. a positive attitude, demonstrated leadership, the ability to relate well with the enure school community and the demonstrated willingness to become involved beyond the normal job requirements Peet, along with other honored support staff and teachers, and five students who have been selected as scholarship winners will be the honored guests at a ban quet Tuesday, May 3, at Adrian’s in Grand Rapids Increase recommended for emergency services, township operation Caledonia Twp. to decide on millage increase question by Barbara Gall Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Board will decide al its April 20 meeting whether to seek a millage increase this year The Township Future Com­ mittee last month recommend­ ed the board ask voters to ap­ prove a 2.5-mill increase for emergency services and township operations The committee originallv suggested the 2.5 mills be divided equally, with 1.25 dedicated for police and fire protection, and the other 1.25 mills to be used for what the committee described as “underfunded" township operations. However. Supervisor Tom Garbow said Thursday that recommendation has changed. “We have since met with the Future Committee, and we’ve shifted the millage recommendation to a possible two-mill request for emergen­ cy services, and a half-mill for the township, including road improvement. ” The ballot will be split, he sard, so residents can vote separately on the two-mill and the half-mill proposals. “We do need some funding for our roads." Garbow em­ phasized, adding that Playing with cereal teaches 2nd graders math Students in Lindo Thaler's second grade class at West Elementary were given permission to play with their cereal. Jordan Hartley (left) and Missty Welker use lucky Charms to keep track of their multiples of ten. Caledonia was the only township that did not present a budget to the Kent County Road Commission for road work. He said that the committee and the board both have taken a hard look at the dollars needed "We will not ask for more than what is needed, and if we can shave any of that millage, we will. "I will let the citizens know exactly how the dollars will be spent.” he added If the Township Board wants to put the millage ques­ tion on the August ballot, it must make its decision by May 15, Garbow said Revenue from the twomuil levy would be used to pay for a sheriff*s car to patrol the township for a 16-hour shift and to fund the Caledonia Fire Department The half-mill ux would help the tow nship make up for the $70,000 loss of revenue resulting from the property tax reform recently approved by slate voters, sasd Garbow . Caledonia Township presently operates on levs than one mill, which in 1993 netted the township about S140.0UO in revenue. Total revenues for the township also include an ad­ ministration fee. revenue sharing and other assessments, for about $605,000. The dollar value of a mill this year cannot be determined until the township's slate equalized valuation has been figured, said Garbow. He said that this figure will be determined by the April 20 board meeting Caledonia and Gaines Township used to fund jointly a sheriffs patrol car, but Caledonia dropped the service in 1993 due to budget shor­ tages. and also because the car was spending more and more time in Gaines Presently the only sheriffs car in Caledonia Township is the district car, which patrols a wide area of the county besides Caledonia For the township to have its own car for 16 hours a day would cost $160,(XX) a year The fire department budget presently is set at about $100,000 a year and will only keep growing, said Garbow. "We need millage lor the fire department so it is ade­ quately funded and not part of the township general budget.” he added All the information on the cost of emergency services and on millage revenue will be presented at the board meeting, Garbow said In This Issue.... • CHS chosen for state school improvement project • Village Players of Middleville to hold auditions for upcoming performance • VanderPloeg becomes full-time planner in Caledonia • Middleville planners set hearing for village property rezoning �Page 2 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I April 12, 1994 Training sessions begin this week CHS chosen for state school improvement project by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Caledonia High School be­ gins a pilot program this week to reduce an ominous "generation gap." The "gap" in this case is not the familiar one between teenagers and their parents, however. This statewide project is designed to bridge the gap be­ tween what students learn in school and whai they actually need to know to succeed in today’s world. Funded by the Michigan legislature, the pilot project is intended to reduce that gap and "make learning more rig­ orous and more relevant for students." CHS is one of 10 schools selected for the program The legislature last year ap­ propriated $500,000 for the project and then appointed the International Center for Lead­ ership in Education, which is headed by noted educational reformer Willard Daggett, to carry it out The 10 pilot schools were chosen because of their previ­ ous school improvement records and their "demon­ strated ability to follow through in instituting change in school programs.” Ukc the other nine districts, Caledonia was awarded $50,000 from the state. Of that money, $40,000 will pay the coat of bringing the Inter­ national ('enter training to Caledonia. The remaining $10,000 will be used by Cale­ donia to implement ideas re­ sulting from the pilot, and to Send staff to Daggett's na­ tional conference. The funds must be used by October The 10 pilot districts then will be expected to model what they have learned for the rest of the state. Caledonia's program will begin Thursday. April 14, with a day-long training/awareness session for community and CHS staff members This "table leader" training will be conducted by International Center consul­ tant Helen Branigan to pre­ pare participants to lead community discussions at a future "town hall meeting. On Friday. April 15. Dr. Richard Jones, also from the International Center, will pre­ sent at three different times a discussion of the kinds of skills required by employers today. He will speak to stu­ dents at 8:15 and 11 a.m. and then spend the afternoon with the CHS School Improvement Team, beginning at 12:45 p.m. CHS teachers Joe Zomerlei and Barb Daniels and Caledo­ nia Director of Academics Doug Busman already have traveled to Lansing to repre­ sent CHS at a workshop in­ troducing the school im­ provement process used by the International Center. In this process, the commu­ nity is asked to "examine closely its expectations of stu­ dents" while considering the changes taking place both in the work place and in society. Building a "broad-based support for change" is the goal of the process: • Educators, business lead­ en, community members and students discuss with an Inter­ national Center consultant the skills students should be learning to become successful wage earners. Adults will learn to facilitate a town meeting. • At the "town hall" meet­ ing, the community is invited to learn about international employability standards and participate in defining the skills students should be learning at Caledonia High School. • The CHS staff then will create a "discrepancy list" showing where the present curriculum matches the community's expectations and where it needs to be strength­ ened • The CHS School Im­ provement Team then will use this analysis to continue its effort to improve the curricu­ lum and reduce the "gap" be­ tween what students are learning in school and what the community and work world believes students should be learning. Daggett, known for his ef­ forts to encourage educational change, has visited the West Michigan area several times. He spent a day in Caledonia in 1990, and outlined for stu­ dents. parents and educators the "generation gap" in American education. Describing most school curriculums in this country as "Grandpas education." he pointed out that every other institution of American soci­ ety has changed significantly in the last 50 years except ed­ ucation As a result. American high school graduates are far behind their European and some of their Asian counter­ parts in their readiness for the job market of today, he told Caledonia students. Daggett's presentations em­ phasize that American stu­ dents need to be culturally literate, but they also need to be taught subjects like techni­ cal reading and writing, ap­ plied physics, statistics, prob­ ability, logic, speaking and writing. He is an advocate of re­ structuring schools because the traditional education sys­ tem in this country was de­ signed for a society that no longer exists. He believes that students have to be prepared to go to work, as well as go to college. During his visit to CHS, he praised the staff for their re­ structuring program, and said Education reformer Willard Daggett spent a day in Caledonia in 1990 to discuss the need for restructuring American education. Caledonia is one of 10 Michigan school districts chosen by the state to work with Daggett's International Center for Leadership in Education in a pilot school improvement program. the school was "light years" ahead of most others in the U.S. in its efforts to create a school that meets the needs of today’s students. Daggett’s International Center for Leadership in Edu­ cation, based in Schenectady. N.Y., was set up two years ago to help school districts begin to restructure their pro­ grams to better teach students the skills that match job re­ quirements. In the Michigan pilot pro­ gram, the center will work with Caledonia, Chippewa Valley (Clinton Twp), Detroit Public Schools, Farmington Public Schools, Midland County Intermediate School District. Mt Pleasant Public Schools. N.LC.E. Community Schools (Ishpeming), Tecumseh Public Schools, Traverse City High School and the Van Dyke Public Schools (Warren). ‘Praise for Grace’ to perform benefit for Caledonia missionary April 24 The Holland contemporary praise music ensemble "Praise of Grace" will present a con­ cert at 6 p.m. Sunday, April 24, to help the Australian mission work of Caledonia High School graduate Kari Schaafsma. The concert will be held during evening worship ser­ vice at Lakeside Community Christian Reformed Church, 6201 Whitneyville. The public is welcome. Schaafsma, a 1986 graduate of CHS, majored in special education at Hope College, earning her degree in 1990. A member of the non-denominational "Youth With a Mis­ sion" program, she is based in Sydney, where she helps pre­ pare others to witness and to teach primarily in Asian countries. She also spends time in the Australian Out­ back, teaching and witnessing 0 • • • • Has&ngs Ftemnder rtasmrjs Banner Hastrgs WeekerUer Commune, Adwsor - Creek News • Lakewood News • Mddevfe/Caedorw & News • Mat* V*ey News • PLACE A CLASSIFIED 24 HOURS A-DAY 7 DAYS-AWEEK 948-4450 her Christian faith. Anyone wishing more information about the program can call 891-1465. or contact Lakeside Community Church at 868-6402. STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY Call us for a quote for all of your insurance needs. • Auto • Life • Health Home • Business • Investment Caledonia Village Centre 9365 Cherry Valley Avenue Caledonia, Ml 49316 891-9294 Spring Hosted by: T K COMMUNITY EDUCATION Fashions Provided by: SEA SHANTY & FASHION BUG Thursday, April 28, 1994 7:00 P.M. Thornapple Kellogg High School Auditorium Tickets on sale at the p r Community Education Office “7LDULT: *S& 4.00 pr«aa*eS5.00 at the door 7 CHILD: s2.00 pr»M«a S2.50 .ttrwdoo. Come and see the latest styles for Spring and Summer! Questions? Call 795-3397 �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml I April 12, 1994 / Page 3 Pilot program will help school improvement plans at CHS by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Caledonia High School's participation in a Michigan school improvement pilot program (see related article) will help CHS staff with im­ provement projects already under way at the school, said Principal Tonya Porter. "It s also going to provide another opportunity for the community to be involved with our school, only this time with curriculum. This (pilot) program is really a continuation of what started with the PACTS Committee several years ago." she pointed out. The FACTS (Finding An­ swers to Caledonia's Tomor­ rows) Committee was formed in 1990 with members repre­ senting most school and community groups. The committee sponsored a senes of community meetings for devising a long-range devel­ opment plan for the school district. "The FACTS Committee worked on recommendations for a building plan and agreed on a number of things our schools should develop in our students, like self-esteem. Those recommendations were followed, and some arc still being worked on." Porter said. "In this new project, the community has another opportunity to get involved, only this time it's with defining the skills our students must learn in high school in order to qualify for jobs in today's society." Porter said her staff already had begun some steps outlined in the state pilot project when she received word that Caledonia had been accepted in the program. "We have already begun working on a "discrepancy list.” for instance, comparing our curriculum with the state employability skills. So. while being involved with this pro­ ject will definitely move us along more quickly, we won't be starting from the very be­ ginning." she said. "But we believe that work­ ing with Daggett s group will provide some credibility to what we re doing. We don't want the community to think that these standards and these required skills are just some­ thing the Caledonia staff dreamed up." Porter said she likes the way Daggett's program works to create an understanding in the community that change is needed in education . "And then, the structure of this project calls for commu­ nity involvement in making up the list of skills we should be teaching students, and we welcome that involvement. "I hope we get a good turnout at the sessions this week (see related article) and at the future town hall meet­ ing." Anyone with questions about the pilot project, or about participating in any of the meetings, should contact the high school at 891-8129. CHS students invited to College Fair April 18 Caledonia High School students are invited to attend an "Out-of-State College Fair" to be held at Forest Hills Northern and sponsored by the Forest Hills and East Grand Rapids High Schools. CHS students should plan to attend from 6 to 9 p.m. Monday. April 18. More than 80 schools will be represented, and any students interested in attending colleges outside Michigan should try to take advantage of this opportunity, suggested CHS Principal Tonya Porter Gaines UB choir to perform special musical PENNOCK VILLAGE A Retirement Community Special Offer Only Available thru May 20th, 1994! 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The audience is able to see into the lives of each of their four children as plans are made for the big day. The big day arrives and family and friends come to honor George and Mimi. The special tributes lead hearts to rejoice at the evidence of a father and mother, man and wife, who anchored their family and their marriage on Christ. Dutton Fire Department pancake breakfast set Pancakes, sausage, eggs, juice and coffee will be ready and waiting for you on April 16. at the Dutton/Gaines Township Fire Department. Serving will start at 6 a.m. and continue until 10 a m., so no matter bow early you start your day of work or leisure, breakfast will be available. All of the cooking at the annual pancake breakfast is done by the firefighters themselves, or their wives. The regulars at the breakfast warn that volunteers are put to work cleaning tables or generally being helpful at the fire station Benefits from the pancake breakfast will go toward the cost of renovating a step van into a utility vehicle for the department That project is now underway Mission projects to benefit from local pop can collections by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Sunday school kids from New Life Christian Church warn to contribute to impor­ tant mission projects But help from others is needed. So. they have decided to collect returnable pop bottles and cans and have placed a collection bin in the front en­ trance of Pastoor's Family Market in Middleville. Money from the collections will be sent to Help Interna­ tional. a relief effort that has projects in several different Third World countries. "Help International pro­ vides food, clothing, shelter, medical supplies and support of local pastors in areas of need." said Karen Nofsinger. a Middleville parent who has helped organize the collection. Funding a foster home for AIDS orphans in Romania is just one example of outreach done by the organization. According to Nofsinger. donations also can be made to Help International through the church. Bottles and cans can make a difference. 12-year-old Nathan Nofsinger holds his 2-yeorold sister Camille so she can put in a bottle. 10-yeor-old Seth Welton gets ready to odd to the collection, too. Anyone interested can send donations or make inquiries at New Life Christian Church, 2680 Horizon Drive SE. Grand Rapids, Mich . Atten lion: Help International rn a savings lll/l ACCOUNTS Made to Order Let us create something special for you: an Individual Retirement Account. You ’ll savor the tax deduction now - and the income after you retire Open an IRA Savings Account for only $100 Deposits can be made at anytime with a minimum of $25. Withdrawals allowed for normal distributions only, substantial penalty for early withdrawal Variable rate currently 4.00% Effective Annual Yield 4.06% Start saving for your tomorrow today! Call or stop in at any of our convenient locations. Qtate (2,ALEDONIA lFnocu The First Name in Community Service Banking MALN OFFICE 627 East Main St Caledonia MI (616) 891-8113 MIDDLEVILLE 303 N. Arlington Middleville MI (616) 795-3361 FDIC DUTTON 3205 68 th St. Dutton, MI (616) 698-6337 THE FIRST NAME LN COMMUNITY SERVICE BANKING �Page 4 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / April 12, 1994 Neighbors with... NORMA Well, how are all of you folks, tonight9 I actually believe that spring might be here now. I love going few an early walk just at daylight. The birds are just waking up! Even when I am banging in the wcxxl for my stove, and it is dark, the birds, are till quiet By the time I get out­ doors. the birds are starting to talk While I am waiting for Johnny to finish his cof­ fee. I can go out. with my two ski poles and go around the house in the front yard. I VELDERMAN stop to say Hi. to the horses and cats. Johnny usually meets me and we go out to the hay field. Sometimes the geese fly right over our heads, circling over into McKeown’s field. We have even heard an owl one night, the first time so far this year. Rose and Ken Morgan went to see harness racing Saturday, the first time this year. Ann Bartlett said that her girls were home over Easter — daughter Kate and her friend, as well as her sister. Then the whole family went to Easter dinner with Dan's sister. Ann. said that she was going on the MS Walkathon in Grand Rapids (1 believe she said that it was 12 miles in length) this Saturday Quite a distance Manan Manin said that she and her family went to Goshen to have Easter din­ ner with son Larry and family. Russ Bender said that Joan came to visit him on Easter Sunday The Thomapple Heritage Association will meet April 20 at Shelley Erb's home at the usual time Jerry and Jack Spencer had Easter dinner with daughter Carol in Hastings. Dick and Lu Ward had Tuesday, daughter Arlene and Mandy stopped in to stay overnight. They are helping Mandy decide what college she would like to ap­ ply for. I believe that Mandy is try ing for a hill scholar­ ship They left to go over to visit Albion on Wednesday and some others and will be back to stay overnight on Thursday , going* back up to Lake Leelanau on Friday. 1 think Mandy is a sophomore. i go for my personal inter­ view for the Leader Dog program in Grand Rapids with a representative from the school on Saturday . Twila Elwood went to be with her family in Battle Creek for Easier. Someone grand nephew Adam Good were also there. Lois McWhinney went to son Bruce’s for Easter. Lois Bremer had Easter dinner with Colleen and Dave Bremer Daughter Sue had the rest of the Bremer s at their home They have such a wonderful spot for such a big family gathenng. Lois and Walter Bender went over to Phil Bender s for Easter dinner. Son Don and family came over to visit Sunday afternoon Then Elwm and his family came over at night for a visit. A wonderful family Easter time all day. We had some of our fami­ ly here for Easter. Ted and son Jason as welt as son Dave and his little dog came from Ann Arbor Then on Easter dinner with their daughter There were two sets of grandparents there. Mary Hayward said that she had a greatgranddaughter staying with her for a few days. Bea Miller said that the whole family were home for Easter and they had a wonderful time. Thelma Carl said that she had Easter w ith her nephew in Wyoming. Some of the family were also there Then on Friday. Betty Venton and Thelma went to visit a friend in a nursing home. Eunice Brown said that her family got together at Mike and Robin Ellston's home. Two of her sisters. Ralph and Mary Marcon. son Eric. Peter Bowman, niece Mansy Womba. and Continued on paga 5 LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church — Serving a Living Lord SUNDAY....... 9 45 a m l 100 am 4 6:00 pm WEDNESDAY.......................... Family Fellowship Prayer A Bible Study 7 00 p m 7240 68th Street. SE — Caledonia 2 mile* east of M-37 Pastor, Rev Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor, Darrel L. Schrork Music, Jeffery C. Vander Heide CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A church with a curing heart for our community and the world" Sunday Services....... 9:30 a m. & 6:00 p.m. M-37 at 100th St., Caledonia, Ml Church Office: (616) 891-1512 Rev. Gerald Van Oyen Al Tiemeyer Community Calling CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville Bruce N. Stewart, Pastor Lee Taylor, Assistant Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer Word ot Lite Chibs 9:45a.m. 11:00 a.m. 6:00p.m. 6:45p.m. 6:45p.m. WELCOME TO Gaines United Brethren Church Kalamatoo Avenue at 92nd Street Caledonia. Michigan Telephone: 69M252 Pastor Mark Beers _ W.'-ffMI ~ T ' Pastor Scott Taylor Reaching People With Christ 8:30 am to 9:30 am — First Worship Service 9 30 am to 9:45 am — Cotfee Fellowship 9:45 am to 10:45 am — Sunday School 10:45 am to 11.00 am - Cotfee Fellowship 1100 am to 12 00 Second Worship Service Nursery and Childrens Church, will be provided during both services “Set an example In speech, in Me. in to»e, in tatth and in purity" ____________________________ ____________ 1 Timothy 4 12 A JfiiiXA Rev. James Cusack LAKESIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH LEIGHTON UNITED METHODIST Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Sunday Morning Worship (Interpreted for hearing impaired).................9:30 a.m. Sunday School.........................................................11:10a.m. Sunday Evening Service........................................ 6:30 p.m. Pioneer Club (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday....................... 6:30 p.m. B*! ft T Xs r Title ___ I— . __ CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST Church School.......................9:30 a.m. Choir Practice ...................... 9:30 a.m. Worship Service.................. 10:30 a m. 250 Vine Street Church Office 891-8669 Parsonage 891-8167 MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 708 West Main Street Morning Worship Service........... 10:00 a.m Sunday School..............................11 15 a m Evening Worship Service............... 6:00 p m. Rev. Bobby Dale Whitlock 795-3667 MIDDLEVILLE and PARMELEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES 111 Church Street Church Office Phone — 795-9266 5590 Whifneyville Ave, S.E Alto. Michigan 49302 Phone 795 7076 Includes Adventure Club, Chum lor Children and Adult*. High School Youth Group and Adult Claun For information call: 891-81 19 St. Paul Lutheran Kraft Ave & 84th St., Caledonia, Mi (Missouri Synod) "Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. " Rom. 12.10 First Service.................................... 8 30 a m. Sunday School................................ 9 45 a m (Fellowship Coffee 9:45 a m to 10 00 a m ) Bible Classes 10 00 am Second Service 11 00 am (All Services have a Nursery available) Rev. Robert Gerke Office: 891-8688 Church: 891-9878 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 12200 Chief Noonday R<nd (at Gun lake) -T jKEP Wayland. Michigan 49348 • 795-7903 Barner Free Programs for All Ages i Sunday Worship 10 00 am Sunday School 1115am Wednesday Rev. Lynn Wagner — 795-3798 Rev. Carroll Fowler — 765-5316 Cornerstone Wesleyan Church Pastor Jeffrey Lee Caraway St puppet ministry for K4th during evening mica Sunday School.................................... 9:45-10:45 Wednesday Night “Family Night" .6:45-8:15 Parmelee Morning Worship........... 9 30 a m Mtadteviite Sunday School............ 9 45 a m Middleville Worship...................... 11 00 a m (Tljc CDlrf ®imr JHrtipidist (Church Services — Sunday School...................... 1000 am Morning Worship .......... ...11:00 am Evening Worship ........ 6 00 p.m. 8:30 or 11:00,6:00 Children s Chureh/Youth Worship during morning scmcev 891 -8028 “God Cares for You*9 Meeting at the Comer of Wood School Rd. and Wing Rd. Barner Free • M-37 between Caledonia & Middleville Sunday Worship Services. Youth ^Fellowship - Sunday................................ 5:00 p.m. RAY TOWNSEND, ^astex TIM DOUBLESTEIN. Youth Director .£5^1 Pence Reformed Church Prayer Meeting - Wednesday.............................. 7:00 p.m YOU AfiE INVITED r :■> ‘The Church trhere eve^son b somebody and Jesus Christ 6 LortT Stx*aay School.................. .930 a.m. SufKXT* Monwig Worsh<>......... __........4030 a m Sunday Evereng Worsho. .................. 600 p m Aea Ma*ee* ^are* 6 Boe Study...... 7 00 p.m Spi tttkr- Do&on t>asor Mte-ocney VuscDr s' Rev. Bernard Mulder. Pastor 868-6306 Rev Roger Timmerman. Pastor WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH i til Sunday School........................................ 9:30a.m. Sun. Morning Worship............. 10:30 a.m Evening Service..................................... 6:00p.m. Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass.........................5 00 p.m. Sunday Mass.................. « 00a m & 11 00 a m ip) CHRISTIAN REFORMED 6201 Whifneyville Avenue Sunday School................ 10 00a.m --CSZlL—, Ih Rosie Bailard, Pastor - 868-6437 - ■’WIb J The Reorganized CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST of Latter Day Saints 8146 68th Si near Whitney vdte Ave. Morning Worship 1100 a m Evening Worship............... 6:00 p.m Wednesday Prayer Meeting/ Children s Classes 7 00 p.m 5 Family Night 6 00 p ni o Church School ’*unda>■ ■ ■ Mormng Worship $ Evening Worship........ 6 00 p m 10:00 am I LOO a. m Felkmship.......... 7 30 pm. (in homes or church) call Pastor Lloyd DeVormer Sr. 897-7407 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I April 12. 1994 / Page 5 Village Players of Middleville to hold auditions for ‘Lie, Cheat and Genuflect’ Charlotte Mohler (left) and Laura Prttman, both members of the Village Players of Middleville, are reading the scrip* of this year's play, ’Lie, Steal and Genuflect * Is it Shocking? Scary? Funny? Yes. all of those and more Play dates are June 16-1718 Time is growing short lor deciding what part you would like to try out for in this year’s production of "Lie, ('heat and Genuflect." With the play staged by the Village Players of Middleville set earlier in the year than previous productions, the auditions will be earlier, too. Try outs are set for Friday, May 6 from 7-9 p.m and Saturday. May 7 from 2-4 p.m at Lincoln Meadows on Lincoln Street in Middleville The play is about two brotliers who arc desperately frying to cut themselves in on their deceased grandfather's will. Getting the cash is almost imperative; because if they don’t. Pizza Face Petrillo will gel them. In their quest for cash, they involve everyone in unusual and funny situations in the three act comedy. The parts in the play that will be decided by audition that day are Tom Buckle: Late twenties. One of the Buckle brothers. Tom is the one who as a child, "borrowed" other children’s marbles, painted them purple, claimed they were lizard eggs and sold them back to their former owners at a quarter a piece. Billy Buckle: Late twenties. Billy is gullible, and will stand by his brother Tom; even when Tom is cooking up something outrageous Not too swift, as a child, Billy let Tom trade him two dimes for a nickel, because the nickel was bigger. Robert Fryburger: Over thirty. Robert is the lawyer that all the snarky jokes are about. Naturally suspicious, he assumes everyone has a crooked angle because he has. Robert is all puffed about his being a lawyer. He did made it through law school but only by blackmailing the dean. Virginia: Never see thirty again. Sober, chaste, honest and respectable. Not this broad. She drinks, she lies cheats and she makes Madonna look like a prude. Pam; Twenties or thirties. Pam lists "The Enquirer" as the last book she has read. If indoors. They really enjoyed it. Lib Palmer said that she went to daughter Enid's home for Easter. Lib also said that she worked for the lunch at the Methodist Church after the McKeown funeral. MARCY MOORE (formerly of Hair We Are) ...is pleased to announce that she is moving to: c77ie J-Tr/ii's/ii/iy cToac/i Call 948-8540 for your next appt. • Perms • Haircuts • Color • Waxing • Manicures • Formal Styles Use and Retail: Color (Framest) and Senscience. OPI. also Biolage and Scruples WaniP" Scardensi. and Joe "The Face" Gigglietti. Most of her friends have names that end m a vowel. That’s the cast of "Lie, Steal and Genuflect." Only members of the Village Players of Middleville can audition, but Caledonia Twp Commission seats up for reappointment The Caledonia Township Board will be filling three scats on the Township Plann­ ing Commission as the terms of Dick Dunn. Beryl Fischer and John Dicleman expire this month Clerk P.H Snxik-r said that in addi(ion to the incumbent commissioners, the board will consider the application of any township resident interested in serving on the commission. All three openings are for three-year terms. The Township Planning Commission meets on the first and third Mondays of the month It studies and recom­ mends to the board land use policies and zoning or­ dinances in the township. To be eligible to serve on the commission, a candidate must be a resident of the MIDDLEVILLE NEIGHBORS, continued from Page 4 — came and picked her up. Twila says that they always have a lively, large gather ing. Always a g<xxl time and gixxl food. Don and Dorothy Dean went to daughter Robin’s for Easter. While there they went to professional soccer she saw the launching of a nuclear warhead, she would say. "Ohhhhh. pretty " Not a candidate for a Nobel prize anytime soon. But she is smart enough to know that Daddy" knows best. Jane: Late twenties, early thirties. Looking for something unpredictable to add zip to her life in the typing pool. She’s in the mood for a little excitement; ready to "go with the flow." Pizza Face Petrillo: Over forty. His only failing as an enforcer and money collector for loan sharks is that be just can't push little old ladies out of windows. Aside from this little weakness, he's not the man to have looking for you when you welsh on a bet. Miss Mackintosh: Around thirty. Look up the word "bimbo" and there's her picture. This "lady" shops at Frederick’s of Hollywood for her work clothes. Despite a limited amount of wattage in brain power, she has clients with names like. Giuseppi "The Hatchet” DeLarmo and Frankie" "Where do you Florence Fiala had Easter dinner with daughter Janet. Son George and family stop­ ped in to visit w ith her on Saturday. Lucille Getty had Easter dinner with son Bob and family. Bessie and Carl Nelson had some of their family home for Easter. Bessie said that they had six children under 5 — quite a job to keep your eyes on those ac­ tive ages The Hart family went to U of M on Easter with their parents, two grandparents and an uncle Beth and Leo Verlmde had their family there for Easter Don Williamson said that they had Easter with Stacey and the new grandson The Hiltys went to visit both set of parents over Easter weekend Weil. I guess that is all for this week. I tned io get everyone, no answer on some, but nut too many. Lose ail of you very much A great big verbal hug to all of you. township and a registered voter. Anyone who would like to be considered for one of the commission seats should send a letter of application to Township Clerk Pat Snyder at the township office. 250 Maple Street. membership is open until after auditions. Cost to join is $10. The play is scheduled for June 16. 17 and 18 at the Thornapple Kellogg auditorium. The director this year is Beverly Veen SUNSTIO & Thee Place for • P TANNING and NAILS: 891-4040 9790 CMrry VaMay Road (M 37) W Triple Check Tax Service We are set up to handle ALL INCOME TAX needs. We are able to do your personal, small business. Partnership or Corporation returns. We offer a complete accounting service, with 20 years of experience. Other services include: • Business Plans • UPS (not a UPS agent! • Educational Resources Service - College Money Guaranteed OPEN Mon.-Fri. 9-5; Sat. 9-2 or evenings by appointment Mrml*er «*( 9958 Ch«»»y Valley (M-37) Caledonia. Ml 49316 Phone 891 1886 891-1886 DREAMER ■Bhirty-five hundred YEARS AGO, The seventeen year old Joseph was sold into slavery by his own brothers, was falsely accused, thrown Into prison, interpreted the dreams of Pharaoh, and was raised up by God to rufe the land of Egypt. The CONTINENTALS enacted this life-story of Joseph in the Dove Award-winning musical “Dreamer”. ■SOW IN 1994, The CONTINENTALS are retelling Joseph’s timeless story of faith, courage, and forgiveness as it has never been told before. The new music is vibrant, the staging grand, and this musical theater presentation is delivered with the professional quality synonymous with The CONTINENTALS. The concert will be held at the Caledonia High School Fine Arts Center on April 19, 7:00 p.m. The concert is sponsored by Peace Ref. Church. Admission is Free. J �Page 6 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I April 12, 1994 Middleville man dies after leading poice in chase Obituaries Beatrice I. (Clark) Cooper---------------ALTO - Beatrice I. (Clark) Cooper, 88, of Alto passed away Wednesday, April 6, 1994 at Adult Foster Care Home in Sand Lake. She was bom August 27, 1905 in Cutlerville, the daughter of Clayton Tenell and Ora Moore Terrell. Mrs. Cooper was a produc­ tion operator at General Motors. She completed two yean of coliege. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Marion Clark and Reed Cooper and her daughters, Donna, Ruth and Dorothy She is survived by her child­ ren George Hamilton of Alto, Helen and Chuck Hobbs of Harrison, Roland and Beverly Clark of Alto, David and Loralynne Clark of Alto, Mary and Gene Feeback of Alto; 17 grandchildren; 29 great­ grandchildren; her step­ children, Roy Cooper of Grand Rapids, Ruby House of Cale­ donia, Dorothy Brearley cf Baldwin, Arlene Tudor of Kentwood, Sarah Brearley of Portland, Roger Cooper of Alto, and Marlene Purdy of Caledonia, her brothers and sister, Charles and Adeline Terrell, Ethel Gilmore, Clay­ ton and Irene Terrell all of Greenville. Funeral services for Mrs. Cooper were held Friday, April 8 at the Caledonia Funer­ al Chapel with Pastor Royle Bailard officiating. Interment at Whitneyville Cemetery. Me monal contributions to the Old Time Methodist Whitneyville Church would be appreiated. Walter C. Karrer. GRAND RAPIDS - Walter C. Karrer, 84, passed away Tuesday, Apnl 5, 1994 at Springbrook Manor, Grand Rapids. Mr Karrer was bom on April 11,1909 in Barry County the son of John C. and Anna (Franz) Karrer. He was raised in Barry County and attended Country School. He was married to Marion M. Smclker on April 28. 1945 at Northville. He was employed at Fisher Body in the Grinders Crib and retired in 1972. He farmed and pnjoyed making maple syrup on the Orvin R. Smelker farm. He was a member of Redeemer Evangelical Luthe­ ran Church in Grand Rapids, and Local 730 UAW. Surviving are his wife, Manon M. (Smelker) Karrer; nieces and nephews Funeral services were held Friday, April 8, 1994 at the Beeler Funeral Chapel with Reverend Monte Bell officiat­ ing. Interment Bowne Center Cemetery, Alto. Memorial contributions may be made to Redeemer Evangelical Luthem Church in Grand Rapids or the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Middleville. by Nick Hoffman Staff Writer A 20-year-old Middleville man died in a car crash Friday morning, April 1, after leading Kent County Sheriffs deputies on a high-speed chase. Mark A. Shriver II, of 311 Russell St., drove at speeds up to 110 miles per hour while trying to elude police officers, said Deputy Roger Parent of the Kent County Sheriffs Traffic Bureau Deputies first noticed Shriver at about 1:20 a.m. near the intersection of Cascade Road and 2&h Street in Cascade Township when he stopped his car at a flashing yellow traffic signal. Parent said. He said deputies followed Shriver and saw him disobey stop signs and speed limit signs. When the deputies tried to pull Shriver over, though, he fled. Parent said. Shriver drove on side streets trying to elude the deputies. He headed south on Thornapple River Drive and eventually ended up southbound on Whitneyville Avenue, Parent said. Early in the chase, deputies set up a road block to stop Shriver, but he just drove around the road block, he said. Deputies stopped chasing Shriver as they neared 84th Street. Parent said. He said the deputies decided to break off the pursuit for safety reasons when they encountered another vehicle at a four-way stop. The entire chased lasted 10 to 12 miles. Shriver reportedly was last seen driving south on W’hitneyville at a high rate of speed with his car lights off. After the chase, deputies continued their regular patrols and discovered a car wreck on Whitneyville between 92nd and 100th streets in Caledonia Township. Parent said. The car. which was later identified as Shriver's, had gone off the road, hit a large tree and caught on fire, he said. Deputies tried to approach the car. but were driven back by the flames, which had fully engulfed the vehicle. Parent said. Firefighters and the medical examiner were called to the scene. An autopsy reportedly revealed that alcohol was a factor in the incident. Parent said that the officers who decided to terminate the chase made the proper judgment for their safety and that of others in the area. Shriver was raised in Middleville and attended Thomapple Kellogg Schools, graduating in 1992. He was employed at Prime Technology Incorporated in Kentwood for four years as a service engineer. He enjoyed hunting and basketball. Surviving are his parents. Mark A. and Loretta J. Shriver of Middleville; a sister. Victoria Lawcock of Hastings; brother. Jeremy Shriver of Middleville; his grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Funeral services were held Monday, April 4, at the Beeler Funeral Chapel. Internment was at Mt. 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Middleville, Ml / April 12, 1994 / Page 7 Heather Werkema ready to extend 1993 honors Caledonia teen looks to continue horsemanship success bv Barbara Gall Staff Writer If you own a horse, a warm day in early spring is a wonderful time to ride The countryside is just com­ ing alive after winter, and maybe best of all, the insects aren't around yet to bother either rider or horse For Heather Werkema of Caledonia, spring means all that. and. even more impor tant, the beginning of the show season for her and many horsemen and women who show their animals Despite just turning 13 this month. Heather is no stranger to the show ring “I’ve been showing just about all my life, " she said. ‘ or at least about as long as I can remember ’ Not only does she work with the area All Stars 4-H Club, but also she travels with her grandparents. Pat and Harry Werkema. to show her quarter horse in many of the big American Quarter Horse Association shows. In January, the Michigan Quarter Horse Association presented her with no less than five awards for her 1993 accomplishments while show­ ing in the I l -and-under age group Her titles include Grand Champion. Hunt Scat Equita lion; Reserve Champion Hunter Under Saddle. Grand Champion. Western Pleasure, Reserve Champion. Showmanship and Grand Champion. Western Horsemanship She also won the Western Pleasure and the Equitation titles in the 13-and-under divi­ sion at the 1993 Michigan State Fair She competed in about 28 shows in all in 1993. including her first appearance at the AllAmerican Quarter Horse Con­ gress in Columbus. Ohio, where more than 12.000 horses were shown Heather won her titles riding her 7-year-old quarter horse mare. Duke Creek Darlm. who has her own title, the Register of Merit, given by the AQHA Heather said she reached another important milestone last year by winning her first All-Around Youth Title at the AQHA-approved Kinross show in the Upper Peninsula To win the all-around, she had to earn the most points in the 18-and-under division, she explained Heather's grandmother. Pal Werkema. added proudly that her granddaughter earned her accomplishments while par­ ticipating in fewer shows than many of the young showmen ‘ ‘ Many of the shows are on Sundays, but because of our Christian faith, we don’t show on Sundays." she said. “If Heather had shown in those shows as well. I think she'd have earned even more year-end honors " A seventh-grader at Caledonia Middle School. Heather will begin showing before school is out. The first shows begin April 23. While her grandparents usually accompany her to outof-town shows. Heathers mother. Kathy, also plays a big role by making many of her daughter's outfits. Her dad. Tom. used to show horses, too Now Heather's younger sisters are getting involved. Amanda. 9. has been in the ring for about three years, and Meggan. 6. will have her first chance this year. "It's nice when the whole family can be involved." said Pat Werkema. whose en­ thusiasm for the show ring re­ mains undimmed “We meet so many wonderful people, and I think Heather has gained a lot of confidence through her experiences " Heather said her favorite "show" story concerns one of her judges, who was overheard talking about her. "The judge supposedly said. Well. I thought here’s this little girl only this bigaround on that big quarter horse She won t do much. 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Clerk Pat Snyder and Treasurer Ruth DeVries to present an offer to VanderPloeg He received the written offer March 30 and accepted As a full-time staff member he will be paid $35,000 a year plus benefits A Hofland native, VanderPloeg received his bachelor's degree from Western Michigan University and a master's degree in urban and regional planning from Virginia Technical University. Before coming to Caledonia four and a half years ago. he worked part time for the City of Kentwood. "We have so much going on right now. we need fulltime planning services." said Garbow "Mark has done good work for us here, and it's time he came on board full time He deserves it. and we need him. With ail that's going on. it would be disastrous for us to have to start with a new planner " VanderPloeg said be was very happy with the new arrangement "Working only three days a week, i just kept falling behind." he commented. "I’m really looking for­ ward to getting caught up and to doing some planning pro­ jects I haven't had time for." He predicted that the con­ struction of a sewer line along M-37, probably will trigger even more development in the area "Besides the commercial and residential developments that keep coming in. we need to continually work on keep­ ing our zoning ordinances up to date, so I hope to spend more time working on that. “I’d also like to undertake some projects like looking in­ to recreational planning for the township There is grant money through the DNR (Department of Natural Resources) that is available in this area. "And we should kxsk at a capital improvement program plan that would deal with roads, for example. With such a plan we would decide what roads will need future im­ provement. identify the needs, prioritize them and then go after the funding "I have a wish list a mile long of things I’d like to do.’’ he said. Mark VanderPloeg soon will assume full-time duties os the Caledonia Township Planner. He formerly worked three days a week in Caledonia and two in Middleville. Caledonia Twp. planners to review sand pit renewal and PUDs by Barbara Gall Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Planning Commission has agreed to discuss at its April 18 meeting the renewal of the planned mineral removal by Margaret Fowler The property is located on village, said Middleville (PMR) permit for the VerStaff Writer Mam Street between Lescoa Village Manager E v Muelen sand mining The Middleville Planning and Hunter Apartments. Manshum. operation on Whitneyville and Zoning Commission has The Village Council has However, current zoning on Road. set a public hearing for Tues­ been considering the possible the property is I-1 (light In addition, the final devel­ day. May 3. to discuss rezon­ sale of the property in order to industrial) opment plan for the Trent ing ten acres owned by the allow for more growth and That is also how the pro­ 'village. development within the jected use of the property is Henry Meadows residential listed on the Master Land Use development at 8000 84th St. will be discussed and possibly Map for the village. Both the council members voted on at that meeting. In other action last week, and the planners are consider­ ing a zoning change to R-3 the commission scheduled a (residential, multiple family). May 2 public hearing on a Changing the land use map proposed amendment to the will be the subject of the first Valley Point West industrial public hearing that begins at 7 planned unit development pm. at the village hall. (PUD) under construction just The rezoning of the proper­ north of the 84th Street/M-37 ty will take up the second intersection. public hearing Valley Point developer Don According to Manshum. Fredricks wants to add about there is not a buyer for the 4,000 square feet to one of the property at this time. But. buildings in the project, but there have been inquiries. The Planning Commission such a large change from his also reviewed the current sign original plan requires an amendment to his PUD. ordinance. Discussion on the VerThey have ask that Village Planner Mark VanderPloeg Meulen PMR had been help qualify some of the issues scheduled for last week's better They plan to continue commission meeting, but was work on that postponed because some in­ VanderPloeg soon will be formation still has to be sup­ leaving as Middleville's plan­ plied by the sand pit owner. ner to accept a post as the full- However, Township Planner time planner for Caledonia Mark VanderPloeg reported Township that a preliminary review of the mining operation showed that "all seems to be OK,' and he said no complaints about the pit have come into the township office. The owner has supplied the township with an updated site MEMBER OF IAAM NSPA financial planning plan of the pit, and Vander­ CENTRE Ploeg said that the operation is just getting into the second • INDIVIDUALS • CORPORATIONS • PARTNERSHIPS phase of its mining schedule. • FARMS • BUSINESS • ACCOUNTING • PAYROLLS A public bearing is not re­ quired for a PMR renewal The Trent Henry Meadows After April 15th Hastings office is closed, all calls will be taken in final development plan also Middleville office. If calling Hastings phone number it will be was on last week's agenda, but the developer and forwarded to the Middleville office. neighbors of the proposed 22— NEW OFFICE HOURS — home project had not quite Mon -Wed Thurs 9 to 4 HASTINGS OFFICE MiOOLEV1LIE OFFICE completed their work in Both offices are going to SOS W APPLE 111 BROADWAY jointly resolving a concern be closed April 16ttv24th over storm w aier runoff. FAX # VanderPloeg reminded the (616) 795-3420 commission that at the Nov. 15 public hearing on the Trent •Stateof Michigan is limited to refunds only and form 1040 and CR’s •This is a Pilot Program for 1993 returns. Henry final development plan the commission had tabled the project until the water Middleville planners set hearing for village property rezoning 945-5429 795-3387 drainage problem was settled. While the project meets zoning requirements, includ­ ing the two-acre lot minimum for the rural residential dis­ trict, residents of the neigh­ boring Riverland Ranch de­ velopment. joined by a nextdoor neighbor to the project, had expressed concerns to the commission about storm wa­ ter overflowing onto their properties from a pond on the Trent Henry site. Tom Garbow. speaking as the realtor for developer Tom Fischer, said that after the Nov. 15 commission meeting, the County Drain Commis­ sioner had been consulted on the problem. The commissioner’s solu­ tion is to lower the water level of the existing detention pond, providing greater natural ca­ pacity for storm water. Creat­ ing a means of controlling the pond overflow after a heavy rain also would be necessary. Fischer was amenable to this proposal, Garbow said. Engineer Don DeGroot, of Exxel Engineering, explained that an outlet from the pond area would be created to pro­ vide control over the rate and direction of the storm water runoff, and an extra culvert also would be laid under the Trent Henry drive to help al­ leviate flooding experienced by the 84th Street neighbor. Garbow said that the final details of the agreement were being worked on and that the neighbors and Fischer were "very close" to resolving the issue. He said that all infor­ mation would be ready for the commission s April 18 meet­ ing. The other business on the commission s agenda was to discuss a "major" amendment proposed for the M-37 Busi­ ness Park East PUD. located at 7370 Broadmoor. Developer Jim Steketee asked for the amendment to allow the construction of a fourth budding in addition to the three sites already ap­ proved for the project. Only one of the buildings has been constructed. The commission’s concern with Steketees request is that the proposed site for the fourth building lies In the right-of-way for the planned expansion of M-37. The commission’s Site Plan Review Committee reported after meeting with Steketee that it does not favor putting a building on property desig­ nated for the future right-ofway. Commissioner Roger Keating, a member of the committee, said that lhe Michigan Department of Transportation and the M-37 Land Use Advisory Board also wrote letters disapprov­ ing of the building site. He explained, however, that Steketee does have a legiti­ mate reason to ask to build on the site. "(Steketee) said no dates have been set for the widen­ ing, so he could make a lot of money from that land if the expansion is delayed another 10 years,’’ Keating said. He added that Steketee will talk further with MOOT to see if it has any dates for the expansion in the Caledonia area. He will meet again with the Site Review Committee in another month to repixt on his information. Commissioner Scotl Veiling asked Steketee why he did not include the fourth site on his original PUD plan. The dale for the proposed expansion has been taken off since then," explained Stcketee. "We drew the (original) PUD that way because of the date predicted for the expan­ sion (of M-37, " According to a letter re­ ceived by VanderPloeg from MDOT, the alignment has been set for the expansion of M-37 through Caledonia Township, but now there is no construction funding available for expanding that section of the highway. Call for Classifieds Phone 795-3345 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I April 12, 1994 I Page 9 TK Bulletin Board Calendar of Events April 11-22 — C.T.B.S. testing for grades 2nd through 8th April 11 — M.S chips and cheese parties for the advisory winners of the D&W, Spartan and Campbell labels for this marking period. (P E P. Sponsored). School board meeting. 7:30 p m. April 12 — Donut day at the Middle School, 50 cents each. (P E P. Sponsored) P E T. meeting for the month of April, 7 p m., at McFall library. This is your opportunity to help decide on the fall fundraiser, come and sample the goodies' April 13 — Assemblies with author Jerry Jacoby. at Page, (for 4th grade. 1:15. For 5th grade. 2:15. Thanks. P E T ) April 13-15 — Third grade art talks: “Let’s tell a story with art. ’’ (P E T sponsored — thank you Art Docents for our time Noffkes to celebrate 25th anniversary The children of Ralph and Theressa Noffke request your presence at their 25th wedding anniversary open house. It will be held Sunday, April 17 from 4 to 6 p.m. at Leighton U.M. Church, located at 4180 2nd Street, Caledonia, Mich. and expertise) April 14 — Mrs Wolverton and Mrs Bauer s classes go to Charlton Park April 15 — 5th grade music testing So. are your taxes in the mail'700 April 16 — H.S. baseball is having a bottle and can drive. April 18-22 - High School (only) has a 1/2 day for inservice. April 19 — National Honor Socity Induction Program. 7 p m., at the high school. Looking ahead... April 23 — Parenting workshop. 8 a m to 12:45 p.m. Please register with community ed. by calling 795-3397. This » free to T K residents This is a time to learn from knowledgeable people and to share (and uphold) each other — in the most dif­ ficult job on earth: parenting April 23 — Junior and Senior Prom' April 25 - Middle School PEP meeting. 7 p.m. at the M.S library We ll be discussing the recent fundraiser We are here to answer questions and receive suggestions. Come out for a fun night, and support your middle schooler April 25 — H.S. Hood drive for students only. April 27 — Secretary ’s Day Thank you for all you do! April 28 — Teacher Appreciation lunch at the elementaries. sponsored by P.E.T. (Cali an officer, if you’d like to donate a goodie or two). May 1-7 — Close Up students to Washington D.C. 12 students will be attending Thanks. Mr. Erb! May 4 — Grandparent day for M-W kindergarten classes. May 6 — Grandparent Day. May 7 — Elementary Carnival. 11 a m. to 2 p.m.. McFall playground. ••••« News Alert The P.E.T. and the P E P. are looking for a few good men or women for board positions. There are four positions each at the three elementaries and 4 at the Middle School. This is your chance to make a difference. Not only can you help your children and others; you can get to know your child’s school from principal to teachers to noon aides to cooks to resource instructors and more Don’t say “someone else will do it.” They never materialize' It’s up to all of us. Weather Bulletin Yes. it’s getting warmer. 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W esq»rt CT Only one entry per envelope Coarest open io U S res-leats 18 yean or cider Vord •acre praMmcd or restnoed by law ©<xd mm ,«•« �Page 10 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / April 12. 1994 Caledonia salon ‘nails’ latest in cosmetology Village Stylist jumps ‘feet first’ into new services bv Barbara Gall Staff Writer Got a stress headache ’ If you do, would you con­ sider massaging your big toe to help relieve the discomfort? Would you think to massage your little toe to relieve an earache? If you know anything about acupuncture, you might be aware of such bodily connections If you’re not versed in acupuncture. Kan Misak, one of the cosmetologists at the Caledonia Village Stylist Salon, will demonstrate to you that a pedicure can benefit more than just your aching feet ‘A lot of people think of a pedicure as being just like a manicure." said Misak, who joined the Stylist staff in March "But a pedicure is not just fixing up your toenails ” She explained that a pedicure first of all includes a massage that works not just Ifu foot, but the back of the calf all the way up to the knee And. she said, various parts of the foot do coordinate with specific parts of the body "I talk to my clients and try to find out if he or she is bothered by a headache or an earache or something like that "If your're congested, for instance. I work on the ball of the foot I keep a chart here on the wall so that clients can see what parts of the foot coor­ dinate with what parts of the body Misak said many people are embarrassed about their feet and sometimes feel a little sil­ ly at first, gening a pedicure. "But then they find out how good it feels." she smiled Misak said she received the ultimate compliment when her father reluctantly allowed her to give him a pedicure. "The next day. he came to me and said his feet never felt so good.” she said. "I fell that if he was willing to admit that he was impress ed. it must really make people feel good.” Misak, who also specializes in scalp massages, facials and "makeovers." said she got interested in skin analysis while attending Excel Academies of Cosmetology in Grand Rapids She began helping patients in area hospitals who could not bend over to care for their feet "Sometimes people worry about their feet being ugly." she said. "They needn’t worry about that with me. I have seen feet in the worst possible shape I doubt that any on? who walks into the salon is g >ing to have the problems 1 have seen. " Misak said that she has fur­ thered her interest with study and by talking to podiatrists (foot doctors) about foot problems Learning about the connec­ tion between foot message and general well-being also got her interested in scalp massage and facials, she said. "I can literally feel the client's tenseness disappear during a scalp massage." she said. "It s not only relaxing, but also a great conditioner for your hair." Misak said that when she does her facials and makeup "makeovers." she sterilizes Since nail technician Royno Bos has joined the Village Stylist staff, the salon s manicure services hove expanded. Here. Bos does a fill in’ on her customer s acrylic noils. or disposes of any applicators that touch the client's face. “A makeover is fun. because the client can watch a professional apply makeup. Sometimes I might use as many as eight colors on just the eyes.” she said. She also specializes in wax­ ing the eyebrow, lip and chin areas. A Caledonia High School graduate, and now a Mid­ dleville resident. Misak's hours at the Stylist are from 9 a m. to 3 p.m. Mondays through Fridays She also works from 4 to 7 p.m. on Thursdays and from 9 a m. to 7 p.m. on Saturdays. Her work is not the only new service now being of­ fered al the Village Stylist, however. Nail technician Rayna Bos can provide all kinds of ar­ tificial nail products, inluding acrylics and gels. "The gel product is not of­ fered in many area shops, and works very well for some customers who can't use other nail products.” Bos said. She said the Stylist now car nes three lines of nail polish to expand the color selection for clients, and she does some nail art. such as nail jewels, gold striping and glitter " Another member of the SaaStyHat. Papa 11 Facials and makovers are two of the newer services being offeree cusiumwia the Caledonia Village Stylist. Kari Misak is the licensed cosmetologist trained in these areas. - ____ hinfe Sp'ff'ng Kari Misak demonstrates some of the techniques used in a pedicure. She ex ►loins that a pedicure can not only rejuvenate the feet, but other ports of the Saying No To Fad Diets | Lawn Care & Maintenance Equipment &■ • Thatcher • Tillers Chippers Lawn Sprayers Party Canopies, Tables & Chairs Caledonia Rent All 9818 Cherry Valley Ave , (M-37) Caledonia • 616-891-0050 Entertaining teenagers can be easier than you think A weekend party will usually bring a chorus of approval For entertainment, each guest can bnng his or her favorite disc, and for refresh­ ments place a platter of hot dogs and hamburgers on a buffet table for he Ip-yourself service and flank them with a tall pitcher of iced tea and various -go-withs~—lemon or or candy canes, fruit kabobs on plastic stirrers This "discotea’ for teens could not only make you popular with your teenagers but with their friends, too Open Monday-Saturday 8am to 5 30 p m anil i it: For people tempted to go on a fad diet, there’s a weight reduction/Bolution that works better and involves much less risk The solution is good nutri­ tion "If the average person took a realistic nutrition inven tory, the results would be shocking," says Myrtle Gal low, a registered dietitian and director of the New Meal Ex­ change "People get too many of their calonee from fat, so­ dium and cholesterol It's no wonder they can't manage to lose weight and keep it off * The tnck, Gallow says, is to change overall eating hab­ its "Sure a crash diet will work—for only the first week or two What I try to do is show people how to replace the junk food they’ve been eating with tasty, healthy foods from all four groups ’ To help her clients "get over the hump’ in the early stages of changing diet pat­ terns Gallow developed a once-or-twice-a-day meal sub­ stitute, which cuts calories without cutting nutrition. Patients and doctors alike agree that Gallow's 110-calo- You can cut calories with­ out cutting nutrition. he mix of defatted nuU, grams and non-fat milk, blended with a glass of fruit or vegetable juice, provides solid nutritional value while satis fying hunger Because of the success she had privately Gallow decided to offer her diet supplement to the general public She calls her supplement “The New Me ’ "The New Me isn’t a gim­ mick or a miracle cure,’ says Gallow ’It’s just a very suc­ cessful method to get people eating healthy and living healthy * For more information about The New Me, call 1 800222-MEAL, or write The New Me, 449 Carlisle Drive, Suite LA. Herndon. VA 22070 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I April 12, 1994 / Page 11 STYLIST, continued from Page 10 Stylist staff. Sonja Hammond, is a trained masseuse She can provide a full body massage, which lasts from half-an-hour to an hour, or spot” massages for the shoulders or neck Massages are done on an appointment only basis “We re very pleased that we can offer these new ser­ vices to our customers.” said Stylist owner Lynn Buer Besides the new specialties, the shop offers a complete range of hair and skin ser­ vices. including haircuts, up­ do's. braiding, perms, straightening, coloring, iron and chlorine removal from hair, manicures and ear piercing The shop also sells a number of popular hair and skin product lines and sells tanning products and sunglasses Gift certificates are available The Village Stylist is located at 134 E Main in SPORTS Caledonia Freestylers show at Kenowa Hills meet The Villoge Stylist also offers hair and skin services to men. Here. Angie Longwell gives Ed Smith a trim. Caledonia, and hours are from 9 a m to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday, and from 9 a m to 6 p.m. on Saturdays. To get your foot in the door, call 89I-I59I. Tired of Working long Hours? Thirty four wrestlers from the Caledonia Freestyle Wrestling Club competed in developmental tournaments held at Kenowa Hills and Lowell High Schools Apr. 2. Representing Group I and winning his first gold medal was eight-year-old Brandon Cance. Michael Tomanek led Group II by placing first in the 70-pound weight group. Silver medals were earned by Jake Klapmust and Brandon Schalk. Placing third in the 9-10 year-old group were Eric Manne and Matt Morgan. In Group III. wrestler Todd Maines, defeated three op­ ponents. two by pinning and one in an overtime decision to earn a silver medal. Also plac­ ing second in the 11-12 year olds were Jerome Gardner. Steve Gillet. Patrick Huver. Mike Morgan. Christopher Smith. Seth Temple and Lucas Zoet. Ryan Haywood placed third in the 80-pound weight group Group IV competitors. Zach Hollinshead. Dustin McFarlan and Nick Webster earned gold medals with Casey Kinney. Mike Klap­ must and Ryan James placing second, third and fourth respectively In the Cade t / Ope n category. Tyler R<xm placed second while Scott Hang and Mike Root placed third Strong performances were also turned in by Nick Davis. Nick Draft. Tyler Evans. Nick Gillett. Brandon Grinage. Robbie LaFountain. Ryan Mosey. Rory Root. Kevin Smith and Kyle Moore Omitted from last week s results was the second place finish foi Nicholas Love at the Roman Greco tournament held at Greenville March 25 Dykstra's Preferred Poured Walls, Inc. • Poured basement walls • Flatwork AjjrW • Farm work ROB DYKSTRA, Owner 10698 Finkbet ner Rd. Middleville E fZ7O-/O74- let us Help with our large teleefion of: Baiineti Forms • Computer Stationery Continuous Chocks • Announcements Business Cords • Labels • Folders •letterheads • Envelopes Caledonia Printing 9790 Cherry Valley (M-37) 891-2121 Cindy Just Turned 16. Her Parents Want The Next 16 To Be As Sweet. So they took the time to talk with Cindy about drugs. They realize that in today s world she has probably already been approached by someone attempting to lure her to start using uppers or maybe something even more dangerous They told Cindy what drugs can do and how they can affect her future chances of having a productive life. Now she can make the right decision if she's ever confronted withiL So why wait until tomorrow to talk to your children. Racing starts at Berlin Late Model Slock Cars and Sportsman Stock Cars will compete in a doubleheader auto racing program, opening the 1994 season. Saturday night, April 30, al the Berlin Raceway. Races are scheduled every Saturday evening through September 17, at the paved, one-half mile Marne oval with two in-one programs. Late Models and Sportsman Stock Cars, with special events, are set throughout the summer. All the stars and cars of the ARTGO Racing Association Challenge Series will compete in a 100-lap Late Model Stock Car race Saturday evening. May 28, along with the Berlin Lake Model division. The Memorial weekend program will be the third event on the Artgo traveling series set for 19 races in six states including Illinois, Wisconsin, Kansas, Missouri, Indiana and Michigan. More than 80 regular Berlin Late Models and Sportsman cars will have a test and tune practice sessions from I p.m. to 5 p.m. April 23. Berlin season schedules are available Send a sumped self addressed request to 3411 Leonard St N.W . Grand Rapids, Michigan 49501. The track is located five miles west of Grand Rapids, Ml on intersute 96 ex­ pressway at Marne exit 23. 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Cair^oma • THURSDAY • tarty Bird — 6:30 p.m. Fillmore Equipment, Inc. UcatedonMM0a Ulu Ara HdM(2wk Sou* oil-196) 751-5141 700 5 00 M F 7 00-300 Sat �Page .12 I The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml I April 12, 1994 AREA SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS, Kalamazoo Speedway opens NASCAR season, Friday April 15 Tuesday. April 19 Thornapple Kellogg Wednesda*. April 13 Taco/soft shell, lettuce/cheese. refried beans, blueberry crisp. Thursday. April 14 Pizza casserole, green beans, biscuit, pears Friday. April 15 Pizza, baked beans, or sweet potatoes. fresh fruit Monday, April IS Meat and cheese on sub bun. tortilla pieces, lettuce salad, cherry crisp. H.S. salad bar Tuesday. April 19 Pork pattie, mashed potatoes, carrots, w.w. bread, applesauce NOTE: Whole or low fat milk offered each day. Alt menu at El Monday, hot dog. Tuesday, turkey sandwich; Wednesday, salad bar. Thurs­ day. hamburger. Friday, fishwich. Variety of sandwiches and salads at High School and Middle Thornapple Kellogg Breakfast Wednesday. April 13 Waffle with cherry sauce, orange juice, milk Thursday. April 14 Scrambled egg. toast, orange juice, milk. I r idn\. April 15 Oatmeal with brown sugar. raisins, juice, milk Mondas. April 18 Breakfast pizza, orange juice, milk. Tuesday . April 19 Bagel cream cheese, or jel­ ly. apple juice, milk Caledonia Communit* High Middle Schools launch Menu Wednesday. April 13 Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes. * gravy or french fries, roll, fruit choice, milk Thursday. April 14 French bread pizza, com or french fries, apple crisp, milk Friday. April 15 Nacho supreme, green beans or french fries, fruit choice, milk Monday. April 18 Chicken patty, w/bun. peas or french fries, fruit choice, milk Tuesday, April 19 Pizza, french fries, fruit choice, milk Caledonia Communits Schools High Middk Meal Deal Menu Wednesday. April 13 Soup and sandwich, potato chips. Vita Pup. milk Thursday. April 14 Chicken fajita, french fries. Vita Pup. milk. Friday. April 15 Itza Pizza, french fries. Vita Pup. milk. Potato Bar Monday. April 18 BYO Submarine sandwich, french fries. Vita Pup. milk. Italian Bar. Vita Pup. milk. Caledonia Community Schools Elementary Lunch Menu Wednesday. April 13 Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes. w gravy, roll, food bar. milk. Thursday. April 14 French bread pizza, apple cnsp. food bar. milk Friday. April 15 Nacho Supreme w topping, food bar. milk Monday. April 18 Chicken patty w bun. food bar. milk. Tuesday . April 19 Pizza, food bar. milk. Caledonia C ommunity Schools Kettle Ijike Breakfast Menu Wednesday. April 13 Pancake on a stick, juice or fruit, milk. Thursday. April 14 Breakfast pizza, juice or fruit, milk. Friday. April 15 Pop tart, string cheese, juice or fruit, milk Monday. April 18 Assorted cereal, toast, juice or fruit, milk Tuesday, April 19 Bagel w topping, juice or fruit, milk. i More than 100 cars are scheduled to be on hand when the gates open at 3:30 p.m. with time trials beginning at 5:30 and the green flag to drop at 7:30 It’s a girl! -------- Carl and Brenda Bkxigh of Lowell are the proud parents of Michaela Jane, bom at St Mary 's Hospital on March 31 at 2:47 p.m . weighing 8 lbs.. 8 ozs. and 21 inches long. She has a proud sister. Paula Kay at home Grandparents are Mr and Mrs. Paul. Dykstra of Freeport. Mr. and Mrs. Nash Blough of Lowell, great grandparents are Mr and Mrs. Harold Welton of Alto and Emma Dykstra of Middle* tile. p.m. Gun Lake s Bob Holley will be out to defend his late model points title. Joe Bush, wrho finished ninth in the late model points standings last year, has turned in his entry blank for Friday’s race as well Middleville’s Dave Sensiba has plans to run at the speedway this season but has other racing commitments this weekend. For more information call 349-3978. SYNOPSIS • YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP REGULAR BOARD MEETING Synopsis YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP Special Meeting Combined Boards April 7, 1994 Meeting choired by Worsham Choir of Planning Commission. Present: London. Cook. Wells. Missod Worsham. Herold. Fiala. Schwonneson, Finkbeiner. Milburn Jorkatis and 8 visitors Suggestions and comments were received on Drott *4 of proposed Zoning Ordinance. Koren Tucker Deputy Clerk (109) AAorch 10. 1994 Mooting collod to ordor by Supervisor London All members ond 10 visitors present Minutes of Fob 10 24 and financial report of Fob. 28 approved London explained Elmwood Beach ond Gackler assessments Motion adopted to add funerals to Hall rental fees Finkbeiner reported on meeting with Five Dept board Bill will be reduced Motion passed to approve Cable Television Franchise agreement with C-TEC Motion passed to get bids lor roof ond soffit repair. Motion passed to pay bills AAotion passed to retone pro­ perty south of Joes Grocery from residential to commercial Budget preparation meeting set for Moy 23. 1994 of 4 00 pm Meeting adjourned at 8 55 p.m. Harvey E. Vander Bee Clerk (108) CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP BOARD VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on April 26, 1994, at 7.00 p.m. the Planning Commission of the Village of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, concerning a proposed ordinance to amend the Village of Caledonia Zoning Ordinance and the Final Development Plan of the Caledonia Village Cen­ tre Planned Unit Development. The proposed amending ordinance would, if adopted, amend the Village Zon­ ing Ordinance and amend the Final Development Plan of Caledonia Village Center Planned Unit Development so as to permit the construction and use of a branch bank with drive-through facilities, as stated with the application of NBD Bank, N.A., in accordance with the Final Development Plan of the propos­ ed branch bank and the site thereof, upon the following described lands: The part of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 29, Town 5 North, Range 10 West, Caledonia Township, Kent County, Michigan, described as: Beginning at a point on the East line of said Northeast 1/4, which is South 00’00' East 66.00 feet from the Northeast corner of Section 29; thence South 00’00’ East 270.00 feet along said East line; thence South 89*48’ West 290.74 feet; thence Westerly 30.18 feet along a 96.00 foot radius curve to the left, the chord of which bears South 80’47’42’’ West 30.05 feet; thence North 00’00’ East 274.41 feet; thence North 89’48’ East 320.41 feet parallel with the North line of said Northeast 1/4 to the place of beginning. Subject to highway right-of-way over that part which lies Easterly of a line which is parallel with and 60.00 feet West of the centerline of Cherry Valley Avenue (M-37). Together with an easement for ingress, egress and utilities described as: That part of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 29. Town 5 North, Range 10 West, Caledonia Township, Kent County, Michigan, described as. Beginning at a point on the North line of said Northeast 1/4, which is South 89’48 West 56.87 feet from the Northeast corner of Section 29; thence South 00*18’ West 66.00 feet along the Westerly right-of-way line of Cherry Valley Avenue; thence South 89*48’ West 263 19 feet: thence North 00’00 East 66.00 feet parallel with the East line of said Northeast 1/4; thence North 89*48’ East 263.53 feet along the North line of said Northeast 1/4 to the place of beginning. Also together with an easement for ingress, egress and utilities, describ­ ed as: That part of the Northeast 1/4, Section 29, Town 5 North. Range 10 West. Caledonia Township, Kent County, Michigan, described as: Com­ mencing at the Northeast comer of Section 29; thence South 00*00’ East 336.00 feet along the East line of said Northeast 1/4; thence South 89*48 West 58.63 feet to the place of beginning of this description; thence South 89*48 West 231.53 feet parallel with the North line of said Northeast 1/4; thence Westerly 9.43 feet along a 30.00 foot radius curve to the left, the chord of which bears South 80*47’42’’ West 9.39 feet; thence North 18*12’36" West 66 00 feet, thence Easterly 30.18 feet along a 96.00 foot radius curve to the right, the chord of which bears North 80*47’42" East 30.05 feet; thence North 89*48 East 232 11 feet to the place of beginning. The text of the proposed amending ordinance and a copy of the Final Develop­ ment Plan of the proposed bank are on file and may be examined at the offices of the Caledonia Village Clerk, 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia, Michigan All interested persons may attend the public heanng and be heard with regard to the proposed amending ordinance Dated. April 1, 1994 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA Kalamazoo Speedway will open the 1994 racing season. Friday, April 15. with a full program of late models, sportsman and factory stocks, sanctioned by the NASCAR Winston Racing Series. Sub'scribe Today! Receive all the news for the Barry County area in the Hastings Banner. Cail...945-9554 The Hastings Banner April 6 1994 A special meeting was called to order at 10 00 a m on April 6 1994 Present Gorbow R. DeVries. Dielemon. Snyder. Absent J DeVries Gould. Jousma. Also Present Randy Wilcox Discussion was held on bids lor M-37 sewer system Randy talked with Bob Studt of Everson Dodge and he would like to see the costs for Consumers Power raised from $5,000 00 to $25,000.00. 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Coreen Barber. Brian Bcrgakker. Trisha Beuschcl. Doug Bierens. Evelyn Bird. Robert Bishop. Brad Blashkiw. Lindsay Bremer. Kelli Brice. Lance Brinks. Traci Brower. Rachel Buist. Holly Byars. Tammy Cargill. Brittney Cash. Eric Clover Wadel. Bridgit Cook. Mana Cook. Sarah CordLs. Autumn Crofoot, Jessica Davis. Michael DcBlaay. Mandy Dcnick. Andrea Deschoff, l^iura Dodd. Jen­ nifer Doyle, Amanda Dykstra. Kevin Ellis. Bobbi Frazer. Austin Frisbie. Nicholas Galloup. Stephen George. Sarah Harris. Anne Marie Hart. Rebekah Hartley, Stephanie Higgins. Sara Hillman. Jodi Hoffman. Lucas Holwerda. Stacey Idcma. Tim Johnson. Ryan Kimmel. Melissa Kline. Jason Khngc, Karne Kollar. Jami Kooiman. Kesha Kotrba. Jeremiah Umgstreet. Jessica Lucas, Sarah Lucas. Michelle Mancuso. Saxony Matousck. Jason McClure. Angela Mc­ Queen. Janine McWhinncy. Dawn Medaris. Alex Mid dleton. Ken Middleton, Dcidrc Mikula, Maik Miller, Chad Mugridge. Brooke Mulder. Joe Norman. Jared Otto. Jeremy Otto, Mike Pott. Nathan Pranger. Jason Preslar, Bethany Raber. David Ramey. Kimberly Richards. David Rick. Rebec­ ca Rider. Jaime Robbins. Lindsey Robertson. Kristin Sauter, Bill Schilthroat. Nathan Schmitz. Chad Schondelmayer, Lisa Schreiner. Cory Schut. Jason Siebesma. Jeremy Strait. Joshua Sturm. Kileen Thomas. Lindsey Thornton. Nicholas Timmer. Barb Truer. Kns Udey. Enk Ver­ non. Craig Waldek. Noah Wenger. Steven Wiersma. Aaron Wiese. Mindy Worst. Rebecca Worth 7th Grade All A’s: Jennifer Hemng. Sara Huff. Bryan Jahnke. Jen­ nifer Laansma. Jamie Wachtor. Garrett Weatherhead. Chris Wellman B Honor Roll: Jason Albaugh. Matthew Alvarez. Jason Baragar. Paul Barrett. Cassandra Beard. James Bedrick. Stacey Bergakker. Lisa Boersma. Chad Brinks. Alison Carter. Kirsten Carver. Sally Christiansen. Tabitha Curths. Amy David. Jaimelyn DeBruin. Erin Deschoff. Holly DeVries. Cristina Dickerson. Susan Dorsey. Amber Dutcher. Kerri Enyart. Daniel Finkbeincr. Rachel Fliearman. Jeremy Fowler. Ashley Gen­ try. Larissa Hannebohn. Michael Hayes. Mitchell Hen­ ning. Ryan Hesselink. An­ drew Hillman. Maryanna Hoeksma. Lynda Holes. Brooke Holzhausen. Scott Huntington. Joshua Ike. Craig Jenkins. Gwen Jeunnk. Enca Johnston. Ben Jones. Nicole Jonker-Slayton. Katie Kim­ mel. Arnie Konscol. Rachel Krikke. Nathan LeVoie. Alicia Lee. Sean Lemon. Ryan Lenartz. Corey Lucas. Katie Martin. A Ik? a Matson. Brian McKeown. Robin McMurray. Nicole Medaris. Melanie Meekhof. Carly Mulder. Jamie Nausieda. Amy Olczak. Kristen Overbeek. Rachel Patterson. Scott Ploeg. Brian Reaser. Jamie Roemer. Courtney Rousselle. Lizbith Runals. Kevin Schultz. Jason Schweitzer. Brian Seger. Adam Smith. Nathan Smith. Evan Space. Melissa Strimback. Jennifer Tobin. Nathan Venton. Paul Wade. David Williamson. Cody Yoder. Shannon Zoet 6th Grade All A’s: Brian Bishop. Doug Blocksma. Kelly Bremer. Enca Carter. Julie CordLs. Amber Harthy. Man­ dy H irons. Chnstme McKee. Breyne Middleton. Jenny Olczak. Matt Pullen. Kerry Rickert. Alex Sevald. April Smith. Ryan Smith. Hannah Yeazel. John Zuidcrsma B Honor Roll: Brian Anderson. Peter Baker. Jenelle Batdorff. Susan Beckenng. Allison Belson. Eric Bender. Justin Benner. Sarah Berends. Tiffany Beuschel. Nicole Bouwens. Rachel Brinks. Lisa Brock. Jason Brower. Tara Brown. Annie Cnossen. Sunshine Curths. Jennifer Davis. Matt DcBlaay. Jason DeLille. Jeremiah Donker. Bill Drew. Amy Dykstra. Payschence Erb. Jessica Erway. Randi Frisbie. Tamber Galloup. Zach George. Crystal Giordam. Brian Hannan. Tom Haynes. Bonnie Hickel. Jarett Hill. Liz Hillman. Alecia Holst. Matt Hopewell. Bren­ dan Hula. Nick Hutchens. Joe Johnson. Drew Kennedy. Philip Kenyon. Dan Kiel. David Kiel. Rachel Kuipers, Kevin Lee. Ben Lucas. Erin Martin. Laura McKinley. Brian Mello. Nolan Miklusicak. Ashley Moore. Josh Mosey. Shayna Neason. Laura Newton. Becky Nicholson. Nathan Nofsinger. Jason Noom. Nick Parrott. Josh Porritt, Danielle Quisenberry. Teri Schondelmayer. Sarah Schut. Allyson Scott, Amber Scott, Justin Sherman. Mariana Slachter. Luke Slagel. Aaron Smith, Josh Strait. Darla Stutzman, Tara Tasma, Becky Thompson, Jeni Thompson. Jeremy Totten. Zac Truer, Rebecca Ulrich, Lyndsey VanAman, Carrie VanVeghel. Chad Wachtor. Betsy Wagner. Dan Warner, Julie Weaver. Book, toy sale raise money to adopt animals Third groders in Beth Bauer's class held a used book and toy sale to raise money for the class to adopt animals at the John Ball Zoo. All of the other West students were invited to browse and buy items at bargain prices. Enough money was raised for the class to adopt the snow leopard and the bold eagle at the zoo. Mother Goose visits West for reading montn Linda Thaler's second graders were treated to a visit from Mother Goose alios Sharon Schondelmeyer. She shared several tales with the children. All of this was part of the celebration of March as Reading Month. Cool Is Hot The next time you enjoy a frozen yogurt, you may be getting a taste of the future. LEASE Jont ever toss cigarettes in to the L rusk. Because wken a forest turns, we all feel lest. Onlq \cu Can Prevent Ecresl Eires. Here are a few fact# about frozen yogurt that give food for thought to people inter­ ested in capitalizing on new trends. •From 1985 to 1989 the market for frozen yogurt grew from les* than $200 million to more than $1 billion The frozen yogurt market for 1990 is estimated to be SI. 5 billion. •By 1993, it’s expected, there'll be over 14,000 places to buy frozen yogurt around America. Currently, frozen yogurt i» offered through yo­ gurt shops, department stores, cafeterias, health food stores, convenience stores and supermarket* •In less than a decade, frozen yogurt ha* evolved into one of the frozen dessert mar­ ket s leading gainers—espe­ cially among those who don’t want to gain Frozen yogurt has one third to one half fewer calories than ice cream and it’s from 97 to 100 percent fat free. •To meet consumer de­ mand, yogurt manufacturers have introduced a wide vari­ ety of product* For example, Colombo, the leading manu­ facturer and marketer of yo­ gurt worldwide, now offers its frozen yogurt tn 37 lowfat fla­ vors, 23 Late nonfat flavors and five Diet Colombo nonfat versions. Eight varieties of Colombo Gourmet frozen yo­ gurt, a hard packed product, are also available Its inde pendent operators receive strong support from the com­ pany including branded paper goods, banners. custom cabi netry and comprehensive Colombo University training classes without paying a fran­ chise or royalty fee In addi tion, the company’s popular name assure* brand recogni­ tion from consumers. Will frozen yogurt replace ice cream in America? The answer may be on the tip of your tongue �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml I April 12, 1994 / Page 15 Controlled burnoff lights up Middleville sky Thursday HfffMW/STWf =7=11* A I s= YOUR HOME & FARM FENCING CENTER! Thornapple Township fire fighters check the progress of the burn-off in the Mt. Hope Cemetery from the top of the hill. Fire fighters were stationed around the fire. WE CARRY A COMPLETE LINE OF FENCING & ACCESSORIES •Electric Fencing •Hi-Tensile Fencing Calm weather conditions and little wind kept the flames from going too high as the controlled fire destroyed the unwanted and unruly weeds on the Mt. Hope Cemetery Hill. by Margaret Fowler Sluff Writer Flames and smoke were visible from M-37 while pass­ ing through Middleville Thursday evening. Fortunately, this was a con­ trolled bum undertaken by the Thornapple Township Fire Department. The source of the fire was Mount Hope Cemetery, where firefighters kept a close watch as they burned the weeds, brush and undergrowth on the hill, which is an older portion of the cemetery. "This is something we do each year if the weather cooperates.” said Fire Chief Bob Kenyon. The burning helps control the weeds and prairie grass because the hill is difficult to maintain with regular lawn equipment Kenyon explained that they take several precautions when doing this They carefully check weather conditions like wind, humidity and dew point. When the firefighters actully start the project, they back burned a 30- to 40-yard strip on the north and east sides of the area. "That sets up a neutral zone where we don’t have to worry about embers and flying sparks," he said. That is where there is a wixMied area and residences also. The hack burn took the longest because of burning in­ to the wind. When the west side of the hill was lit. it only took about six minutes said Kenyon. The whole project took almost two hours Kenyon stressed that this was a well managed bum. Residents are reminded that See us for all your Gardening Needs... • Bulk Garden Seeds • Potatoes • Onions Caledonia fanners Elevator 136 E. Main Street • Caledonia 891-8108 • Open 6 Davs a Week if they have an area to bum off, a permit must be obtained first. That is a requirement of the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. Kenyon said permits can be gotten at the local fire depart­ ments. They are generally issued on a daily basis only. He also said that people need to know that the DNR will be having a moratorium on any burning from Satur­ day, April 16, to Sunday, May 15. WELDED WIRE FABRIC Welded from galvanized wire in specifications ranging from 1/2’ x 1’ to 2’ x 4*. Vertical wires cut flush top and bottom to help prevent snag­ ging all in 100' rolls; 2" x 4" also in 50'. > *r:J »ll '• 1C-. UL listed, charges 15 miles of fence. “VT — I shocks through heavy, wet woods, builtin lightening protection, non-burning 140THERS|n shock of 1/400th second duration, costs stock, tooi less than 15c per month to operate. replaceable 1 -amp fuses. 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In 1989. consumers earned an estimated $900 million by recycling a record 49.4 billion all-aluminum beverage cans, reports the Aluminum Association, a Washington based industry trade group pc'-ioL. » $-|49 17 Ga, 1/2-mile ... NOW $15.90 MICHIGAN GROWN UNTREATED CEDAR POSTS 4" x 7' 4" x 8' 6" x 8' 4“ x 10' TREATED MICHIGAN RED PINE FENCE POST SIZE VERY STRONG! ONLY 4“ x 7'......... 4" x 8'......... 5" x 8'......... $3.90 S4.65 S6.05 Caledonia Lumber 115 Kinsey • Caledonia • 891-8143 JHJ �Page 16 / The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I April 12, 1994 Call for Classifieds... PLACE YOUR ADVERTISING MESSAGE HERE • 795-3345 Rate*: 5 ward* for $2.75 then JO" per word. If you pay in advance, you save 5O‘ billing charge. Deadline is Friday at 4:00 p.m. Business Services BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment BOAT DOCKS now stocking a complete line of Tommy Dock system. Durkee Lumber, Alto, 868-6026. 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FASO'S HAUAN PtZZA 2 Spaghetti or 2 Mo*1acck>tl Dinners FREE 2 UTIR 1 bottle pop J Or Combo • *6.99 FASO'S tTAUAN PIZZA , 2 Giant Lasagna or 2 Giorit Wet lurrttos Of Combo $7qq PICK-UP ONLY! 0P»7DAVSA’O • Weifcetoton Soeco Sox® orc 100% Seal Cheese 9790 CHERRY VALLEY, M-37 - CALEDONIA � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/704/SunandNews_1994-04-19.pdf dff4b6e507ea21cb5162706ce645072a PDF Text Text nd Neu® 12/30/99 F Hastings Puhi icLibrary 121 Church Hastings, HI. 49056 Your Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas No. 12 / April 19, 1994 Middleville, Michigan 49333 124th Year Teacher layoffs avoided Caledonia School Board wrestles with budget cuts by Barbara (.all Staff Writer By the end of a special budget-cutting session last week, the Caledonia Board of Education had agreed on $595.(XX) in cuts from the district's operating budget for next year Another $175,000 must be cut. however, if the board is to balance its budget in face of an estimated $770,000 short­ fall under the new state school finance laws. The board will vole on the recommended cuts at tonight's meeting, which begins at 7 30 Caledonia .Schools Business Manager Judi Dean told the hoard last Tuesday that accor­ ding to the latest information. Caledonia will receive $6.321 per pupil from the state next year (hit of that figure, however, the district now must pay employee retirement and social security, costs that previously had been paid by the state “We must get used to the idea that our revenue now will be based on a per pupil figure, and not on SEV (state equaliz­ ed valuation),” Dean said. , She explained that in preparing figures for the school board, its Finance Committee based the 1994-95 revenue estimate on a student population of 2.550 and on the assumption that the state would be able to pay the pro­ mised $6,321 per pupil Using these figures, the committee estimates the district will come up approx imately $770,000 short of operating revenues received this year “The board must also realize that if the student count is lower (than 2.550), or if the state cannot fund us at this level, then we must make more cuts," she warned. “But the Finance Commit­ tee agreed that it did not want to lay off any teachers unnecessarily " In wading into the painful process of cutting costs, the board used two lists of recom­ mendations: one compiled by the Parents Advisory Coun­ cil's Finance Committee and the other pul together by district administrators, who used the PAC report as their base The board noted that in many areas the PAC and ad­ ministrators agreed, or were very close in their recommendat ions. The $595,000 in cuts so far includes: — An $8,000 reduction in the general fund contribution to non-academic summer ----------- H ------- T- We must get used to the idea that our revenue now will be based on a per pupil figure, and not on SEV (state equalized valuation). 55 — Judi Dean Caledonia Schools Business Manager school classes — A savings of $4,000 by reducing non-athletic field trip expenditures by 20 percent Each building will decide how its field tnp allotment will be spent — A savings of $50,000 by reducing building, central of­ fice, the computer education and special education office budgets by 10 percent — A savings of $28,000 by reducing maintencance and custodial supply budgets by 10 percent. — A savings of $70,000 by reducing custodial and maintenance substitute and overtime pay — A savings of $108,000 by reducing the “one-mill’' account for building and grounds improvement by 22 percent. — A savings of $37,000 by eliminating the noon kindergarten bus run. Parents with children in the half-day kindergarten program would have to provide noon transportation either to or from kindergarten. — A savings of $15,000 by restructuring the middle school athletic program to an intramural program, and allowing at most, only one in­ terschool squad for each sport. — Adding an estimated $25,000 to the budget by charging a $45 transportation fee per athlete participating on a “travel team” squad in mid­ dle and high school. — A savings of $70,000 by reducing the administrative team by one. — A savings of $180,000 by not replacing five retiring staff members. Both the PAC and the ad­ ministrators recommended the board also explore the concept of an educational foundation for Caledonia, which could enhance the district's revenues The $595,000 worth of cuts agreed on so far does not in­ clude any staff layoffs or any cuts in employee benefits. Nor does it include using any of the district's $2 million fund balance, which the board does not want to deplete, if possible The board stated that it hoped to avoid any staff layoffs, at least for the fall semester, and noted that any cuts in employee compensa­ tion or benefits would have to be negotiated. In that area, however, some recommendations were made both by the PAC and the ad ministrative team The PAC subcommittee recommended the board eliminate reimbursing staff for six credit hours of continu ing education each year. Staff could then claim the educa­ tional expenses as a tax deduction The PAC also recommend ed capping the district's share of employees' health benefits, recommended employees begin paying some percent of their health insurance and presented for consideration some salary reduction options. The administrators agreed that the board could try to negotiate capping tuition reimbursements and benefits packages as additional cost­ cun ing measures, even though their list of recommended cuts already totaled $767,000 Both recommended the board kxA into common plan nmg time for teachers as not only helpful for staff, but also a cost-cutting possibility because fewer substitute teachers might be needed An energy conservation study also could prove costeffective, said both groups The school board concurred with both the PAC and the ad mimstrators' recommendation Io avoid layoffs as long as possible The board also decided to withhold dipping into its con­ tingency fund, something that was suggested by the PAC “Whether we hit the k'ficrt figure or not. we will still have some low periods when we previously would have col­ lected property taxes," Dean said “Formerly we collected 29 mills for operating, now we will have to ask voters to ap prove 18 mills on non homestead properties only." she said. Under the new law, the district will not be fully fund ed unless voters approve the 18-rnill levy on business and other n on-homestead property. CEO steps down after 48 years Harold Gless retires from State Bank by Barbara Gall Staff Writer When Harold Gless an­ nounced last week that he was retiring as president and chief operating officer of the State Bank of Caledonia, he ended a career that began in 1946, when, just out of high school, he joined the bank as a teller. He said he will remain on the bank's board of directors, and come into the bank a cou­ ple of days a week to "phase out" his work there, but he no longer will head the institution he has led since 1959. The bank's board of direc­ tors has appointed George Edgar the new president. "I've been thinking about it for a long time," Gless said of his retirement at age 67. "I fi­ nally just decided it was time things should be turned over to someone else, get some new blood in the leadership. "But I just won't disappear. I’ll still work a few days here and there and help out when I’m needed " Gless' 48-year career re­ Harold Gless retiring president of the State Bonk of Caledonia poses in his of­ fice with symbols of the past and present: his favorite old manual typewriter and his computer. Gless, who ioined SBC as a teller is stepping down after 48 years with the bank. fleets the growth not only of the Caledonia State Bank, but of the Caledonia community as well. Founded in 1907, the bank employed three people when Gless was hired, and it was located in the present Caledo­ nia Community Schools office across from the post office. Its assets totaled $1,617 million. Today it employs 45 peo­ ple, including those working in the Dutton and Middleville branches, and its assets have grown to more than $100 mil­ lion. Those who have worked for and with the bank over the years say that Gless was the force that eventually made the bank one of the most success­ ful in the state. "I think be made that bank, and I hope it continues in its present direction, because it is one of the most successful banks in the state and the country," said Gless long­ time friend Bill Howard, owner of Saskatoon Golf Club in Caledonia. "Harold Gless is the Cale­ donia Bank. At one time, at least, he knew everybody in Caledonia Folks are comfort­ able with him, and he’ll be greatly missed by the commu­ nity in that (banking) capac­ ity." Bud Fairbrother, who has farmed in Caledonia for years, echoes Howard's praise. "I've known Harold for at least 35 years," said Fair­ brother, who also works with Gless in the Caledonia Lions Club, which Gless helped found. "I’ve always felt over the years that he's been a banker for the common, everyday man. You really could go talk to him and get an honest an­ swer about your problems. "And we've had a lot of good times in the Lions Club, too, and worked on a lot of projects together. He's always been there to do his bit." Gless, whose family farm included the land that is now Tyler Creek Golf Course, be­ gan his career with the bank not long after his graduation from Caledonia High School in 1945. At that lime Dr. Guy Houghton was president of the board of directors, and Gless worked under the bank s cashier, Forest Baker. His career was interrupted only by the Korean Confict, but before be left Caledonia to serve his country, he married Phyllis Dcbri of Grandville. When he came home, he re­ turned to his work at the bank, and became CEO in Decem­ ber 1959, succeeding the late Charles Cool. Now his son, S«« Glsss retires psgs 7 In This Issue.... • Project Find screens pre-schoolers’ abilities, developmental skills • School breakfast program becomes mandatory • School Board backs state’s anti-strike legislation • Nashville Council approves loan, wellhouse bill �Page 2 I The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml I April 19, 1994 District library, township millage discussed Caledonia Village, Township jointly review proposals by Barbara Gall Staff Water In what both boards hope will become a frequent event, the Caledonia Village Council and the Caledonia Township Board met together Wcdnes day to discuss common interests The entire Village Council and all but two township of­ ficers were present for the meeting, in which the propos­ ed district library and a possi­ ble township millage vote were on the agenda Carl Shook. Ruth McCrank and Shiriey Bruursma of the Kent County Library System were present to answer ques lions about the proposal to convert the 26-member Kent County Library System to a district library funded by a dedicated millage instead of assessments on local govern­ mental units. Both the council and the Township Board previously had heard presentations from the County Library Board about the proposal, and the Village Council has passed a resolution asking the township to put the proposal before township voters Shook, however, went over again the process of creating the district system He explained that according to the state law governing district libraries, the local governmental units within the district first must approve the I MDMl A district library board then is formed under the auspices of the Kent County Commis­ sion. and the district board determines the millage to be sought to fund the new system. Voters in the district then Approve or disapprove the millage request. If the millage fails, the library system remains with its present structure, in which participating cities and townships are assessed for funding on a per-circulation basis. A district library system would eliminate the need to assess the local governments and the county for operating funds. Townships and cities no longer would have to budget library assessments in their general budgets, since each district resident would pay according to his-ber SEV (state equalized valuation.) Shook explained that the Kent County Library Board had analyzed its expenditures and determined that a .551 -mill minimum would be asked for the Kent District Library, with a maximum millage set at .75. That levy could be increas­ ed only with voter approval If the millage would pass, rental fees for such materials as videos would be eliminated, and the district also would contribute $1 per square foot toward maintenance of local library buildings. McCrank said that of the 89 district libraries now in ex­ istence in Michigan, all are operating successfully, and no member of any district library has withdrawn from the system. There is a procedure for withdrawal from the district, but library officials emphasi/ ed that the state would have to approve the request, because townships are required to pro­ vide library service to their residents The proposed Kent District Library has until December 1995 to pass the recommend ed millage to fund the system. The county Library Board hopes to put the first vote before the residents on the November ballot. This means the townships and city governments must decide whether they wish to participate by May 1. So far. 16 of the 26 Kent County libraries have voted to participate. If a township or city decides not to join, and the district municipality would have to re­ quest membership in the new Quality Programs system, start up its own library or hook up with another library system “If Caledonia doesn't join and the district passes. Caledonia must present a plan (for library services) that the state will find accep­ table.” Shook said The decision to put the district library on the ballot rests with the Township Board, and it is expected to make its decision at its April 20 meeting. The council and the board also discussed a township­ wide millage increase recom­ mended by the Township Future Growth Committee. The 2.5-mill levy would be divided, with two mills used to fund a sheriff s patrol car in the township for 16 hours a day. and to fund the Caledonia Fire Department The remaining .5 mill would be used for township operating and to fund needed road improvements in the township, said Supervisor Tom Garbow. The two proposals will ap­ pear separately on the ballot The officials discussed the possibility of the village's contributing 20 percent of the $160,000 cost for the sheriff s However, council members said they feared village residents might object to “paying twice.” since they pay township taxes. However. Garbow said that if the village could contribute, the two mill request for police and fire protection could be reduced The Township Board will decide whether to seek the millage increase at its meeting tomorrow evening. Wednes­ day, April 20. Garbow and Council Presi­ dent Glen Klaver said they would like to see joint meetings of the two boards at least several times a year. Members agreed with the suggestion, commenting that it would be in the best interest of both governments to get Quality People Miller REAL ESTATE 1. NEY USrtNG NEAR WDOLEVLLE This 3 bod living room with Ban Franklin fireplace 1'A baths a recreation room. 2'S cor garage and a 24x32 pole building All located on I to 2 Since 19^0 OHko 795-3305 or home 795-9521 — NEW LISTING — 1 NEW LISTING. WDOLEY1LLE Adorable 3 bed room home in Middleville 2 stall detached garage finished family room m the walkout Koren Brown office 795 3305 or home 795 9331............................ „................. $64 900 $94 900 together for discussions “There hasn't been enough communication between the two — boards." said Council Vice President Janke Souks all tn favor — of — these *“I’m ~ meetings. There’s too much going on not to be discussing issues together " Caledonia Legion Aux. announces Poppy Poster Contest winners Caledonia Legion Auxiliary member Barbera Scoff (leff) and Gerry Neil (right) present CHS junior Chrissy Karbowski and Sarah Perrin with their first and second-place awards, respectively, in the Auxiliary’s Poppy Poster Contest. Not pictured is Lori Kayser, who took third place. Her poster is displayed by Neil. Zac Langkamp won first place in the Poppy Poster Contest s eighfh-ninth-grade division. Kristen Benedict’s poster took second place, and Jacob VanOost created the third-place poster. Auxiliary member Gerry Neil (right) holds up VonOost's poster, as Barbara Scott (left) presents the awards. by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Members of the Ladies Auxiliary for Caledonia Legion Post 305 have chosen this year’s winners from 23 entries submitted in their an­ nual Poppy Poster Contest. The organization sponsors the contest each year as part of the Legion’s annual poppy sale, which benefits United States war veterans and their families. The poster contest not only helps promote the poppy sale, but also offers student artists the chance to earn prizes and recognition for their talent. This year, CHS junior Chrissy Karbowski won a $20 first-place prize in the 10ththrough 12th grade division. Sarah Pemn's poster won se­ cond place in that division, and Lon Kas ?>er’s entry took third place In the eighth- through ninthgrade division, Zac Langkamp won the $15 firstplace prize, with Kristen Benedict earning second place and Jacob VanOost third place. Honorable mention in the older division went to Tara Sutter, Ann Leatherman, Travis Koetje, Jenelle Wiebenga, Isaura Swainston, Shenandoah Bradley and Paul Couturier. Pam Allen, Jamie Rau and Mandy Reimann received honorable mention in the eighth-ninth-grade division. “The posters all were ex­ tremely good this year,” com­ mented Auxiliary member Barb Scott. “And we were very happy with the interest shown by the art students in creating them.” She said the two first-place posters will be submitted for district level competition Winners there can advance to state and even national competition The winning posters were chosen for their eye appeal, the slogan and for originality and artistic ability. Scott said the posters must depict the bright red Handers poppy accurately, and in some way include the American Legion Auxiliary name Spell ing must be correct. Although the two winning posters will be sent on to the district contest, the rest of the entries will be on display at the American Legion hail, and then in the Caledonia School Board R<xxn window on Mam Street The poppy sale will be an nounccd in May. 4. NEW LfiriNG BINLMNG SHE M WDOLEYLLE. Absolutely gotgeou* bv<ld<ng *<te 12 3 ocres Spool of Ribbon pond. Sever o’ possible walkout sites Kestric- 2 _ for Coil Koy StoKonbueg oHko 795-3305 or home 795-7272................................................... 539 900 TERRY Poster Board 3/$l°° Kitchen Towel QQC MIDDLEVILLE STAFF McCall Craft Patterns (WW1 Axcam* or 1 Yam Faortci Cathy Wilfcamson. GRL...... 795-9090 ft. of gloss overlooking the bockyord and a professionally londscapod acre setting Call Colby Williamson to receive a colored bro 795-3305 or home 795 9090 —- LB $95 000 Kay Stolsonburg Assoc Broker 795-7272 Gene Poll. Assoc Broker GR1___ ___7959521 Karen Brown__ _________ 795-9331 Office: 497 Arlington, M-37 Phone (616) 795-3305 L=J * OFFICES IN HASTINGS AND MIDDLEVILLE * ! 44 L ’ O-V1i I Fashion Bandanas Amohm Color* Sugar ’n Cream Yam tw*!3’ $J39 pxces gocxi I 1 f 1/2 Off Bubble Tape Gum 5 I 69^; 25, >994 RAINBOW’S END Yarn, Craft and Variety Caledonia Village Centre • 616 891 1106 r �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / April 19, 1994 / Page 3 Yankee Springs approves road repairs, fire contract Drug and Alcohol A wareness month capped next week Caledonia students bring Tom Tufts to speak on drug, alcohol abuse The Caledonia Middle School and the Caledonia High School Visions and Volunteers class are sponsor ing a nationally recognized speaker April 27. during the last week of Drug and Alcohol Awareness Month Tom Tufts, a Kalamazoo resident and former PGA golf professional, has been ac­ claimed for hi* fast-paced, lively and thought-provoking presentations to students throughout the country Tuft* left hi* high-profile life to devote hi* time to mak­ ing a difference in the live* of others Since 1987, he has traveled around the United State* and Canada, speaking to students, parents and educator* Hi* April 27 presentations to Caledonia High School and Middle School student* will focus on the drug and alcohol problem* facing today's young people He will speak to the high school students at 10:30 a m., and to the middle scImmiI at 12:30 p m. At 2:30 p m., he will meet with the staffs of both schools All the presentations are free, and parents and com­ munity member* are en­ couraged to attend. Tufts' program highlights the final week of activities designed by the Caledonia chapter of SADD (Students Against Drunk Driving) to create an awareness of the dangers of drugs and alcohol, and particularly the dangers of dnnking and dnvmg. SADD advisor Julie VanHouten explained that with the Junior Prom set for April 29. the chapter has been working to gel at least 80 per cent of the CHS student body to sign a “no use" pledge for Prom night. In signing the pledge, the student is promis­ ing not to drink that evening Special attire has been designated for each day next week. The dress-up fun. however, reflects the catchy, but senous slogan for each day. Monday is "Inside Out Day." to match the slogan "Alcohol harms you from the inside out.” Tuesday will be Shorts Day. to reflect the idea that ‘l ' “Drinking and driving can shorten your life.’’ On Wednesday, the day Tuft* speaks at CHS, the SADD student* will pass out red ribbons, the nationally recognized symbol for abs taming from drugs and alcohol Thursday will be Hat Day. reminding students to “Put a lid on drinking and driving." “We hope parents and friends will come to hear our speaker and be aware of the efforts of the students to pre­ vent dnnking and driving." said Visions and Volunteers staff member Julie Sielewa The CHS Visions and Volunteers class and Caledonia Middle School are sponsoring a visit from Tom Tufts, who will speak to Caledonia students April 27 os port of Drug and Alcohol Awareness Month. Anyone with questions about the program or either of the student organizations is welcome to call Sielewa or VanHouten at the high school, 891 8129 pool and will be the coor­ dinator of Swim-a-Cross. “Everyone who swims in the event will receive a thank you gift and we hope to be able to give special awards to the individual and to the team who raises the most money." said Red Cross Director Karen Despres. “We are interested in hear­ ing from anybody throughout Barry County who might be interested in this event — school groups, service organizations, church groups. rather than pea gravel, and 17 spots in the township roads that need additional gravel. $32,000 of the total is the last of three payments for the repaving of Shaw Lake Road In other business, the boani: — Approved the fire and ambulance contract with the Thornapple Township Eme rgenes Services at a cost of $71,079 There was a slight reduction in the coverage that resulted in a $3,000 savings for Yankee Springs. - Held a public hearing and made the final approval necessary to establish the Willson Drive special assess ment district for road paving Two properties were stricken from the list of pro­ perty owners sharing the ap proximate $45.(XX) cost — Received five bids for re-roofing the township hall and repairing interior damage from leaking during the winter — Acknowledged the re quest to establish the Oakwood Shores special assessment district for the purpose of hooking into the public sewer system The " be on public hearing will Thursday. May ll. at 7:30 pm PROM SPECIALS’ Hairdo and Manicure SO1 95 (With this ad) ONLY... 4U I Red Cross to hold “Swim A-Cross” fund-raiser The Barry County chapter of the American Red Cross will hold a "Swim-a-Cross" at Thornapple Kellogg High School in Middleville May 14 Beginning at 9 am. it will last until the last swimmer is finished. Each swimmer finds spon­ sors who pledge a set amount for each lap completed. All money raised in this event will stay in Barry County and be used to fund local programs, such as AIDS Education, disaster relief, water safety and blood drives The "Swim-a-Cross" and all Red Cross programs are run by volunteers Terri Vanderkooi is director of the by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Several Yankee Springs roads will get a lift because of action taken at the Township Board meeting last Thursday The board discussed which roads had top pnonty for township dollars in upcoming months Blade patching on Yankee Springs Road was determined to be the most needed repair, at a cost of about S31.000 That would cover the sec­ tion from M-37 south to Gun Lake Road “This has been a number one pnonty for the past few years." said Trustee Mary Cook. Board members agreed that there are parts of the road were the center of it is up to ten inches higher the shoulder And the shoulders are badly broken up. too. Township Supervisor George London said the road may qualify for federal aid for more complete repairs that would cost about $320,000. Whatever money put into the road now would count toward the township's 10 per­ cent of the larger repair bill Other projects included in the $73,500 approved for road work are the completion of Payne Lake Road with slag Call for details. etc.,” Despres said. “If you are not a strong swimmer, and still want to participate you should wear a floatation decide Any children under 10 years of age or younger must be accompanied by an adult. “ For more information or to sign up, call the Red Cross Office at 945-3122 or stop by the Thomapple Kellogg High School pcx>l The Barry County Chapter, American Red Cross is a member agency of the Barry County United Way. REGULAR SERVICES INCLUDE... Hair cuts, style, color, hi-lite, foiling, perms, spirals, tanning, ear piercing, waxing, manicure, and acrylic nails. Featuring... 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Richard J Choryan, O.D DOCTORY OF OPTOMETRY 133 E Mam St. Caleoon.a Ml 891-9224 INDIVIDUAL RETIREMENT ACCOUNTS TATE MIDDLEVILLE ANK MAIN OFFICE QE 627 East Main St. 303 North Arlington Middleville, Ml (616) 795-3361 ALEDONIA <6161 891-6113 THE FIRST NAME IN COMMUNITY SERVICE BANKING • BUSINESS LOANS • PERSONAL LOANS MOTOR VEHICLE/BOAT & TRAILER LOANS GUARANTEED STUDENT LOANS • RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGES • HOME EQUITY IMPROVEMENT LOANS RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION LOANS • MOBILE HOME LOANS _ • CREDIT CARD DUTTON 3205 68th St. Caledonia. MI 1616) 698-6337 �Page 4 / The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml I April 19. 1994 Neighbors VELDERMAN with... NORMA , Hi everyone. I did my usual dumb thing I called all of you Monday night. Then when I went to type it up Tuesday. I couldn't find the dam tape. So I had to call everyone again to make sure I had my facts all correct. Greta Greiner had the Sew and Sew Quilt Club meet at her home last Wednesday Lot* Henning had started a quilt and so now they are all finishing it Ann Bartlett said that her girls and their friends came home to take the MS Twelve Mile Walkathon There were 13 in their group It was quite a long walk to me. but Ann seemed to feel that it w as not too much. They had such a good group and they all had a wonderful time. Rus* Bender said that he went over Sunday to hts sister Florence and Sue Dickerson's to help Florence celebrate her birthday Mike and Edna Bender from Holland joined them Dick and Lu Ward's son and hts family from St. John's came to visit them. John Steensma said that the family went to Florida dunng Easter break They had a wonderful warm time visiting Epcot Center and. of course, the good weather was very much appreciated Maureen Robinson said that her Aunt Alice Wr»des Wagner died just recently She w as 91 years oid. a wonderful per­ son. and will be greatly miss­ ed. She graduated from col­ lege in 1941. hitch-hiked out to California, and then work­ ed at Ellis Island Alice was a long time resident m this area Edith Miller and a friend went on a 15-day-tour of Hawaii, visiting four islands. There were 26 people on the tour Lots McWhinney said that their son and family came to visit them over the weekend He had a wonderful visit with Gordon and Lots Mae Mae Bowerman just got home from Florida last week She has made so many good fnends down there arid they are all so good to her She has been having some knee trou­ ble. but is coming along much better Bill and Neva Kenyon went to Las Vegas dunng spring break. Mary Noah said that she went up north with son Melvin. Had a good trip and is glad to be back home again. Ed Wiennga said that they had the family there for Easter and they had their usual Easter Egg Hunt Michael Hart said that the Hart family went over this weekend to visit Cathy at U. of M. While there they watch­ ed the first spring football game I guess this is all for this week, folks. Have a good four weeks that I will be gone. Will miss calling you and hope you will be interested in my telling about my time with Leader Dog School. Love you all very much, folks. ‘Musical Praise’ night planned at Peace Church Peace Reformed Church on M-37 will be host for a “Night of Musical Praise" for the community to attend again Sunday. April 24. at 5 and 7 p.m. A nursery will be provided at both services. The Adult Choir, along with the High School LoveLight Choir, have been put­ ting on this musical event for over five years. The choirs will not be the only ones providing music of praise Steve Forbes. Betty Near. Mary Weaver and the DeGoote Wingeier family also will share with musical solos, piano and organ duets, plus songs that lift burdens from hearts filled with world problems. TTx>sc who need a ride or have any questions may call the church office at 891-8119. Call for Classifieds Phone 795-3345 LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church — Serving a Living Lord SUNDAY 9 45a.m., 11:00a.m. A 6 00p m WEDNESDAY................................ Family Fellowship Prayer & Bible Study 7 00 p.m 7240 68th Street. SE Caledonia 2 mile* east of M-37 Pastor, Rev Brian F. Harrison Youth Pastor. Darrel L Schrock Music, Jeffery C. Vander Heide CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A church with a caring heart for our community and the world" Sunday Services........ 9:30 a.m. k 6:00 p.m. M-37 at 100th St., Caledonia, Ml Church Office: (616) 891-1512 Rev. Gerald Van Oyen AI Tiemeyer Community Calling FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville Bruce N. Stewart, Pastor Lee Taylor, Assistant Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Service Sunday Evenbw Service Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer Word oi Life Cube 9:45a.m. 11:00 a.m. 6:00p.m. 6:45 p.m. 6:45p.m. WELCOME TO Pastor Scott Taylor Reaching People With Christ 8 30 am to 9:30 am — First Worship Service 9 30 am to 9:45 am — CoHee Fellowship 9.45 am to 10:45 am — Sunday School 10:45 am to 11:00 am CoHee FeUowdup 11.00 am to 12 00 - Second Worship Service Nursery and Childrens Church unit be provided during both services WMMga to SPMCA M Mg to KM.Ih turn Mt * purtty - CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Phone 891-9259 (Interpreted for hearing impaired)............... 9:30 a.m. 8546 Whitneyville Ave at 84th St • 89 <-8661 "The Church ahere eveyvody s sometxxfr and Jesus Chnst is latT Sunday School.......................................... 930 am Sunday Momrg Wonhp................... ... tft 30 am Sunday Everung Worstvp......................... 60C pm. Wed Midweek Prayer h fide SAidy....... 700pm iMom Jabaan. Asftr jxrvy ULscOr Stewjoasan, rar Pascr Sunday School *45-IMS Wednesday Night "Family Night0 4:4M:I5 (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday.......................6:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting Wednesday............................. 7:00 p.m. Youth Fellowship' - Sunday................................. 5.00 p.m. RAY TOWNSEND. Pastor TN D0U8LESTHN. Youth Director 7953667 MIDDLEVILLE and PARMELEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES St. Paul Lutheran Kraft Ave & 84th St., Caledonia. Ml (Missouri Synod) "Be devoted to one another in brotherly love." Rom. 12:10 First Service...................................... 8 30 a.m Sunday School................................ 9 45 a m (Fellowship Coffee 9:45 a.m. to 10:00 am.) Bible Classes.................................. 10:00 a.m Second Service...............................11 00 a m (All Services have a Nursery available) Rev. Robert Gerke Office: 891 -8688 Church 891-9878 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 12200 Chief Noonday Road (at Gun Lake) Barner Free / Programs for All Ages Parmelee Morning Worship........... 9 30 a m Middleville Sunday School............ 9 45 a m Middleville Worship...................... 110O a m Sunday Worship 10 00 am Sunday School 11:15 am Wednesday Rev. Lynn Wagner - 7953798 Rev. Carroll Fowler — 765-5316 Family Night** 6 00 p m. Imptrmg, Ptnatue, Church Office Phone — 795-9266 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto, Michigan 49302 Sunday School................ 10:00 a.m Morning Worship........... 11:00 a m Evening Worship ___ 6:00 p m Wednesday Prayer Meeting, Children's Classes 7 00*p.m. Royle Ballard, Pastor - 868-6437 - Phone 795-7076 School Youth Group tad Aduh Claua For information call: 891-8119 Wayland. Michigan 49348 • 795-79*3 111 Church Street Cornerstone Wesleyan Church Pastor Jeffrey Lee ladudn Mveature CW». Chmn lor Children and Aduiu High 891-8028 “God Cares for You” Services — Sunday School ...................... WOO <m. Morning Worship ................. 1100 am Evening Worship 600 pm. 8:30 or 114:00 Children » Church/Youth Worship Junng morning terssn. Caraway St puppet ministry for K 4<h during evening lervttei Pioneer Club (Elje ODlri $ime ^rtljodist (Church Meeting at the Comer of Wood School Rd. and Wing Rd. Sunday Worship Services Sunday School........................................................ 11:10a.m. Rev Roger Timmerman. Pastor WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH Peace Reformed Church Barner Free • M-37 between Caledonia A Middleville Sunday Evening Service....................................... 6:30 p.m. YOU ARE INVITE Sunday Mass.......................... 9 00 a m. & 11.00 a m Rev. Bobby Dale Whitlock Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Sunday Morning Worship 708 West Main Street Saturday Evening Mass............... ................ 5:00 p.m 250 Vine Street Church Office 891-8669 Parsonage 891-8167 Rev. Bernard Mulder, Pastor 868-6306 Morning Worship Service............ 10 00 a.m Sunday School.............................. 11 15 a m. Evening Worship Service.............. 6:00 p.m Rev. James Cusack Church School................... 9:30 a.m. Choir Practice .................. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service............... 10:30 a.m. Sunday School........................ 9:30 a m Sun. Morning Worship.......... 10:30 a.m. Evening Service...................... 6:00 p.m. MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST CHRISTIAN REFORMED 6201 Whitneyville Avenue LEIGHTON UNITED METHODIST Located in Leighton Township United Brrlhrrr Church Kalamazoo Avenue at 92nd Street CaJedorua Mich<an Telephone 6044252 Pastor Mark Beers LAKESIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH Rtuxani. !>r>ful The Reorganized CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST of Latter Day Saints 8146 68th St. near Whitneyville Ave Church School. Sunday.............................10:00 am. Morning Worship....... 1100 a m Eyemng Worship Wed 6 00 p.m. Fellowahip........ 7:30 p.m. (m homes or church) call Pastor Lloyd DeVormer Sr. 897-7407 �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml / April 19, 1994 / Page 5 | Obituaries Alice Wagner___ MIDDLEVILLE - Alice (Windes) Wagner, 91, of West State Road, passed away Sunday April 10,1994 at Thor­ napple Manor. Mrs. Wagner was born on October 12, 1902 in Cook County, Ilinois, the daughter of Zel and Alice (Calrow) Windes. She moved to Middleville in 1915 and graduated from Middleville High School in 1920. She graduated from MSC in 1924 and taught Home Economics in Munsing. Later she was a dietician in Beloit, Wisconsin and 15 years on Ellis Island, New York. It was on Ellis Island that Alice met her husband, Walter Wagner. They lived in various parts of New York State for 25 years. They returned to Michi­ gan in 1964. For many years, Mrs. Wagner followed Christian Science teachings fervently. In more recent years she found Christ’s love at Word of Faith Fellowship. Preceding her in death were her husband, Walter; brothers. Argyle and Bruce; sister Cheryl. Mrs. Wagner is survived by Maureen (niece) and John Robinson and their family. Cremation has taken place as her wishes. Arrangements were made by Cremation Society of Michigan. Mrs. Arvella J. Howell. MIDDLEVILLE - Mr,. Arvella J. Howell, 69, passed away Sunday, April 17, 1994 at Pennock Hospital, Hastings. Mrs. Howell was bom on June 4, 1924 in Middleville, the daughter of Leo M. and Velma E (Stimpson) Crane. She was raised in Middleville and attended Thornapple Kellogg Schools graduating in 1942. She was married to John W. Howell on August 5, 1943 in Pensacola, Florida. Mrs Howell was a home­ maker, enjoyed her flowers, gardening and crocheting for her family and friends. She was a life member of the O.E.S. No. 7 Hastings, and Past Matron of the Middleville Chapter No. 17. Mrs. Howell was preceded in death by a grandson, Randy. She is survived by her husband, John W. Howell; two daughters, Velma Jefferson of Morgan Hill, California, Linda (Gerald) Riva of Middleville; eight grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; two sisters, Leola (Orville) Spencer of Battle Creek, Jeanette Culp of Grand Rapids; several nieces ant nephews. Funeral and committal services will be held Tuesday afternoon at 1:00 P.M. at the Beeler Funeral Chapel, Reverend Monte Bell of the Good Shepard Lutheran Church officiating. Interment Mt Hope Cemetery, Middleville. Memorial contirbutions may be made to SIDS Mrs. Florence A. Doornbos MIDDLEVILLE - Mrs. Florence A. Doornbos, 64, went home to be with her Lord, Monday April 11,1994, after a courageous battle with cancer. Mrs. Doornbos was bom on November 6, 1929 in Eaton County the daughter of John and Daise (Harroun) Hokan­ son. She was raised in Eaton County and attended Vermont­ ville Schools. She was married to Richard Doornbos on May 28, 1966 in Hudsonville and lived all their married life in Middleville. Mrs. Doornbos was employ­ ed at Middleville Engineering, Brillcast, S & L Manufacturing and American Enterprises. Mrs. Doornbos enjoyed gardening, cross-stitching and especially enjoyed taking care of her grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her son, Gerald Pratt Jr. and her sister, Louise Trigg Mrs Doornbos is survived by her husband of 27 years, Richard Doornbos; her child­ ren, David (Lindsey) Pratt of Wayland, Vickie Pratt of Washington, and Kathie (Mike) Kuiphof of Hastings; eight grandchildren; two great­ grandchildren; brothers, John (Veda) Hokanson, George (Alice) Hokanson; sisters, Thera (Gene) Meyers, Jan Barrette; sister-in-law, Eleanor Doornbos, Albertha Boomsma, Gert (Carl) Smith, Kate (Fred) Oppewal; many nieces and nephews; special loved ones, Gaye (Russ) Patterson of Hastings. Funeral and Committal services were held Thursday, April 14, 1994 at the Beeler Funeral Chapel with Pastor Stephen A. DeKok officiating. Interment Mt. Hope Cemetery, Middleville. Memorial contributions may be made to Moline Baptist Church Building Fund. Mrs. Shirley Koster. Dingena M. Killinger. MT PLEASANT - Dingena M. Killinger, a longtime resi­ dent of Michigan passed away at the Tendercare Nursing Home in Mt Pleasant on April 12, after a short illness. She was 92 vears old on Christmas Eve, 1993. Mrs Dena Killinger was born in Harlememeer. Holland in 1901 and came to America with her family in 1907. She was fourth in a family of twelve children. The family pioneered m North Dakota and Montana and finally, Wisconsin. She married Joseph Killin­ ger and they raised six child­ ren; Joseph T. ‘Ted” (Betty) of Midland, Louis K. “Kenneth” (Janet) of Midland, Bernard L (Maxine) of Hastings, Mary E. (Roger) of Grayling, James E.. and Anton D. “Tony” (Karen) of Joseph, Utah. The family moved to Michi­ gan in the early 1940’s and lived in Owasso for many years. When she was a young girl in Montana, Mrs. Killinger worked as a domestic on a large cattle ranch. In later years, her daughter, Mary Killinger Weeks wrote of the hardships of the imigrant fami­ ly on the western prainesmher book. “Forgotten Pioneers". Although she had very little formal education, Mrs. Killinger taught herself to read and write so that she could help her children through their educa­ tional journeys. During the years she resided in Owasso. Mrs. Killinger was employed by Redmond Motors, and in later years, at White’s Bakery. She was a member of St. Paul Catholic Church and Altar Society. Mrs. Killinger was preceded in death by her husband Joseph, and son, James. Besides her children, she is also survived by one brother. Cornelius Zeestraten of Taylor, and two sisters, Mary Meyer of Pontiac, and Sister Elizabeth Zeestrarten, IHM, Monroe; 19 grandchildren; 41 great-grandchildren. Mass of Christian Burial was held Saturday, April 16, 1994 at the St. Michaels Catholic Church, Pontiac with Father Clyde Pidgeon, Cele­ brant. Interment at Mt. Hope Catholic Cemetery, Pontiac. FREEPORT - Shirley Koster, 62. of 108th Street, Freeport passed away Monday. April 11, 1994 at Metropolitan Hospital in Grand Rapids. She was born September 4. 1931 in Coopersville the daughter of Clifford Charles Johnson and Marion Francis Ellecy Johnson. Mrs. Koster worked for Amway as shipment specialist. She was married to James R. Dale Laverne King. STEUBEN - Dale Laverne they raised their family of four King, 78, of Steuben passed children. away Saturday, April 9, 1994 He is survived by his wife at Marquette General Hospital Glada King of Steuben; two in Marquette He uas bom on April 18. daughters, Mary and husband 1915 in Woodland Township, Gene Poll of Middleville. Barry County. He graduated Bonnie and husband. Harold from Woodland High School Price of Freeport; two sons, Allen and wife. Lucille King of in 1933. Dale was employed as a Orlando, Florida, Arlan and wife, Trudy King of Steuben. conductor for 30 years on the C & 0 Railroad. Upon retirement 12 grandchildren; and 12 in 1977, he moved to Steuben. great-grandchildren. Cremation has taken place at He married Glada Fender on February 5, 1938. Together his request. i ■ i rrrror iTTTroTTTTTTr# # # 111 rm rrrvr Complete Your PROM LOOK with a Full Set of William Hartland Sweet CLIO - William Hartland Sweet, 76, of Clio passed away March 22. 1994 Mr. Sweet was bom in Chester (Eaton County) on December 29, 1917 the son of Wiliam and Daisy (Chapman) Sweet and loving stepmother, Leone Sweet He graduated from Thor­ napple Kellogg High School in 1938 and joined the Air Force soon after he served in the mili­ tary until the end of World War II. He lived in Chicago where he trained to be an electrician, lived and worked in Muskegon before moving to Clio in 1950. He worked for AC in Flint until he retired in 1982. He attended Bethany United Methodist Church, was active in the American Legion Post #158 and UAW #651. He married Marie Wright on July 3,1943 in Tampa, Florida ^For Classified _Action* Ads ^7 call 795*3345 Koster. Mrs. Koster is survived by her husband, James; children. Robert and Emma Koster. Thomas Koster. Kathy Labine; granddaughters. Jenelle and Leaha Labine; mother. Marion Johnson; sister, Judith Price; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Thursday. April 14,1994 at the Caledonia Funeral Chapel with Pastor Jerry Drummond officiating. while stationed nearby. He enjoyed gardening, woodcarving, hunting, and fishing. He is survived by his wife Marie; three daughters, Roxanne Keller of Mount Pleasant, Jennifer Sweet of Richland, Washington, and Mrs. Martin (Gayle) Starliper of Greenbush; six grandchil­ dren; one brother, Stewart Sweet of Middleville, one sister, Beverly Simon of Cale­ donia; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held at the Clio Chapel of Whipple Funeral Homes on March 25, 1994 with Reverend Tom Badley officiating. Interment at West Vienna Cemetery. » J Acrylic Nails or a Natural Manicure Call for our PROM NAIL SPECIALS SUNS'A’TIO Thee place for = pTANNING and NAILS: 891-4040 : • • A • IA V \9790 Ch«rry Veilwy Road (M 37) Behind Farot Pima in Caledonia OPEN Monday Fnday 8 am to 8 p m. Open al 8 am Saturday .................... .................. The Music Department of Peace Reformed Church presents a Night of Musical Praise! Sunday, April 24 Two identical performances at 5:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. Thornapple Kellogg Preschool • OPEN HOUSE • May 3, 1994 Featuring: T.K. Kiddie Kampus and T.K. Cooperative Preschool will be holding an Open House on Tuesday, May 3 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the McFall building The Adult Choir This is an opportunity for you to see the classrooms, meet the teachers, receive registration information and have any questions answered Anyone with children 3-5 years of age interested in preschool are asked to attend. Questions? Call the Com­ munity Ed. office at 795-3397 Various solos, duets and vocal groups from the Peace Congregation LOVE-LIGHT Choir Nursery Provided . • ud �Page 6 I The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I April 19. 1994 TK BULLETIN BOARD TK Board candidates announced by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The Thornapple Kellogg School Board will have two vacancies to fill in the June 13 annual school election Don Williamson. a 20-year veteran on the board, and Wanda Hunt, who has served for four years, bcxh will not be seeking re-election. The two open seats are like­ ly to be filled by newcomers David Smith and Kim Setleck. according to Superintendent Steve Garrett Both are the only candidates to file before the April 11 deadline. Garrett told the board last Monday that Smith and Selleck were the only two contenders for the open posit Kins Board members are not the only ones retiring The school board approved three ocher staff retirements for the end of the 1993-94 school year Marjorie Slocum, a first grade teacher at McFall Elementary, has taught at TK for 25 years. She has a total of 32 years of teaching Kay Noah, a kindergarten teacher al McFall, has been teaching at TK for 21 years. Patricia Scott, a fourthgrade teacher at Page Elemen tary. has taught at TK for 24 years In other the business. the school board: Four of the mointenonce staff at the Thornoppie Kellogg Schools were honored by the school board last week for their efforts during the winter and out-of-theordincry circumstances. They are (from left, clockwise) Lee Wieringa, Marv McWhinney, Phil Wenger, and Gory Thaler. — Accepted a gift of technology equipment and software from the Parent and Educators in Partnership group at the middle school The value of the gift is S3.617 and will be beneficial for the middle school science programs. — Heard a presentation by West Elementary Principal Sharon Kalee on the Western MARCY MOORE (formerly of Hair We Are) ...is pleased to announce that she is moving to: Call 948-8560 for your next appt. • Perms • Haircuts • Color • Waxing • Manicures • Formal Styles Use and Retail: Color (Framesi) and Senscience. 0P1, also Biolage and Scruples Michigan Reading Recovery Program It is designed to identify children with pro­ blems in the first grade and work to remedy them Further discussion of the program will be done during the next board meeting scheduled for Monday. May 9. at 7:30 p.m. in the high school library. — Set a special meeting with representatives from the Michigan Association of School Boards for April 18 to discuss the superintendent search. New TK Honor Society members to be inducted New members of the NatKXial Honor Society at the Thornapple Kellogg High School will be inducted in a ceremony at 7 p.m. tonight (April 19) in the auditorium. The inductees include four seniors. Steven Buchholtz. Birte Krotz, Deanna Reed, and Jeanna Willard; four juniors, Kevin Holst, Mat­ thew Liu, Sonya Recollet and Sarah Wisniewski; and 27 sophomores, Martin Bender, Amie Bergakker, Tarah Beuschel, Curtis Brinks, Ethan Buist. Michelle Butler. Traci Campbell. Ruth Caton. Sean Crofoot. Shawn Davis, Courtney DeHaan. Jennifer Deschoff. Ixah Dodd. Rene Ellinger. Bradley Enders, Teri Fitch, Tracey Funnell, Konnne Hutchens, Christine Hypnar. Andrea Kokmeyer, Abigail Labin, Michelle WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY^ APRIL 27,h & 28th Merlau, Kelly Nicholson. Maria Parker, Jeremiah Postma. Rebecca Singleton and Dwight Wade. In order to be considered for National Honor Society membership, students must have at least a 3.4 grade point average. Students are evaluated by the faculty on their motiva­ tion. iundustry, concern for others, initiative, integrity, leadership and responsibility. NHS members provide tutoring for high school and middle school students and do community service projects such as raking leaves for the elderly, working at the Mel Trotter Mission serving meals, making Valentines for hospitalized children and making Christmas cookies for senior citizens. This spring, they will be helping with the Red Cross annual blood drive, and hosting the annual teachers' breakfast in honor of National Teachers’ Day. COMES TO MUSKEGON WALKER ARENA GOLD, TOYS, QUILTS A AFGHANS, COSMETICS. PICTURES. WATCHES, ALL TYPES OF CLOTHING - SIZES INFANT TO BX SPORTSWEAR WOOD FURNITURE JEWELRY A JEWELRY REPAIR. POTPOURRI SA.K A DRIED FLOWERS. WICKER BASKETS A FURNITURE CRAFTS A CRAFT SUPPLIES AMISH BAKED GOODS MM everyTh/ng Y°u down in Stupshe'! 4th Street at Western Ave.. Downtown Muskegon WED. & THUR. 11 am - 9 pm Looking Ahead... April 28 — Elementary Teachers’ Appreciation Luncheon. It’s just a small way to say thank you. April 29 — At McFall, students will be treated to a perfor mance of the “Magician's Stones.” May 1-7 — Close-up students go to Washington D C May 6 — Grandparent’s Day at the elementarics — if you can help in any way. contact a P.E.T. officer. May 4 — Grandparent’s Day for M W Kindergarten classes May 7 — T.K. Carnival. II a m to 2 p.m., at the McFall playground area — rain or shine (If rain, the carnival will be held inside McFall). Thank you Vickie Rick for all your hard work in this over the years May 9 — Schsxil Board meeting, 7 30 a in . H S library. May 17 — Middle School Teacher Appreciation Luncheon If you'd like to donate some goodies. contact Debbie Smith, 795-9135. May 10 — luist PET meeting. 9am.. new officers elected May 23 — Last P.E.P. meeting, officers for ‘94 ’95 elected Quote of the Week — The values children absorb now, are sure to flow out later. BINGO American Legion Poet t105 9548 Cherry Valley, Caledonia • THURSDAY • Early Bird — 6:30 p.m. 12 SORE FEET / ANKLES? | Assignment Accepted! Medicare, B.C.B.S., PPO, HMO Diabetics • Adult & Children Foot Problems £ M A Thomapple Kellogg High School blood drive will be conducted Monday, April 25. This drive will be done a lit­ tle Afferent!} It will be a ck*ed drive, with donor's be­ ing only high school students and school staff The goal is 60 units All studenu over the age of 17, weighing at least 110 pounds and in good health are eltgrNe io donate Student should not skip any meals the day before and day of the drive The next Middleville fewer* Hood dnve will be MM MoaMay June 27 frutn I to 7 pm at the MaddlesiUe Rpat Bnptr* Church fl KENT PODIATRY J Terrence J. Emiley, D.P.M. 612 Main Street in Caledonia Call...891-9133 STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE Blood drive set atTK High 0^ X& Caiendar of Events April 18-29 — First grade swimming instruction for all but Mrs. W'arren's class (which will be May 2-13). April 18-22 — 5th grade Art Talks Portraits (P.E.T. sponsored) April 19 — Blodgett Hospital Child Life comes to McFall. Na­ tional Honor Society Induction Program. 7 p.m,, at the High School. April 20-21 — Those great readers at McFall will make a money of Mr. Rich. (I'm sure bananas about it!) April 21 — The Sth grade M.S. choir performs the musical. “It’s Music.” a revue of American music from its beginning to the present April 22 — Earth Day at West Performance of the musical for M.S students at the H.S. auditorium April 23 — Parenting Festival at the High school. 8 to 12:30 There’s still time to sign up. contact the Community Ed. office. April 23 — Junior and Senior Prom' April 25 — Middle School P.E.P. meeting. 7 p.m at the M S library. This will be a fast meeting, so we don’t miss what's happening at 7:30. At the High School Library . Dr Carolyn Cummings will present her findings from her study of our system’s early childhood program; time for this is 7:30 p m April 26 — third grade young artists' day April 27 — Young Artists’ day for second graders Profes­ sional secretaries day — we appreciate you. AGENCY in the Caledonia Village FARM-INLAND MARINE WQRKERS COMPENSATION COMMERCIAL! IA Bl I 11 V �fHTf The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I April 19. 1994 I Pape 7 Gless retires Continued from page 1_________ ______________________________________ ——------------Jim, is a vice president of the bank, and Harold Gless said his three grandchildren "bring us nothing but joy.' But other members of the bank staff are like "family,** too. "Harold is just something special." said Donna Johnson, who has worked with Gless at the bank since 1949 "He’s a special employer, he's fair and understanding, and he's been a special friend of ours. "He has done everything for that bank. Back then, he would wash windows and shovel sidewalks. He always made sure the walks were swept up and clean I remem­ ber we even emptied our own waste baskets "And he's always had a sense of humor that everyone enjoys." she added, "I've been proud to say that I worked for Harold." "We could probably write a b<x>k about the things that have happened over the years." laughed Marilyn Stafford of the bank's book­ keeping department. “There have been a lot of changes over these years." A bank employee since 1952, she. too. commented on Gless’ dedication to the bank and his staff. "He was always there if you needed him You knew you could always go to Harold if you had a problem. In fact, he was always there every day. If he was off work, you knew he was really sick. "It was hard when he came to say this week would be his last. It's even hard to talk about it. "He has certainly been ded­ icated to his work.'' Gless himself said that moving up the career ladder was the result of *’a lot of hard work, I guess. You've got to be dedicated and put in the work. "But then in return, the bank's been good to me and fve enjoyed it." Under his leadership, the bank moved in 1972 from downtown Caledonia to its present location, and Gless said with a grin that the new bank building was greeted with some raised eyebrows in the community. "Everybody said. 'What are you going to do with all that room? Well, we've used up all that room, and we got so crowded here that we had to build the new addition in 1992. "Now, everybody is saying again. Why are you building so much9 Look at the unused space? But we re planning for the future. This community is growing, and we ll be moving into all that room before we know it. "You've got to plan ahead to be able to provide for growth, to serve your people " The bank's growth also in­ cluded opening a Dutton branch on 68th Street in 1972 and a Middleville branch on M-37 in 1989. But Gless said the bank's mission is not expansion. "My goal always has been to serve this community," he said. "I want to take care of the people in our Caledonia area. This area is developing at a tremendous rate, and there's plenty for us here right now. This is not just a little farm town any more." Friends and businessmen in the community credit Gless’ knowledge of the community for the bank's successful in­ vestment and lending policies. "Harold knows his cus­ tomers," said Howard. "And that's why he's always understood who the bank — OREN HOUSE — Sunday, April 24th, 1 to 3 pm Four bed room ranch on double lot w/130' frontage. Home well maintained, fenced in yard, scenic view plus double F/P. Immediate possession. Call Debra 281 8162 U2M1. 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"It's a good, solid institu­ tion," agreed Fairbrother. When it could have ex­ panded or been bought out. this bank chose to stay a small town bank and become very successful that way. Harold is a good businessman, but he’s been awfully good to the community, too. "We've just been pleased to know him all these years." "Harold exemplifies the idea of "do it right," said Caledonia Community Schools Superintendent Robert Myers. "I’ve only known Harold Use simple steps to ensure safe microwave cooking Popularity of microwave cooking continues to grow Almost every American household possesses at least one microwave oven Yet. concern about the safe­ ty of cooking with the microwave persists Even the cookware and plastic wraps used in the osens have come under scrutiny. Cooking in a microwave is different from cooking in a conventional oven. Different methods need to be used to en­ sure that the food is complete­ ly cooked. 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Use of these microwaving basics will en­ sure that foods cooked in a microwave are thoroughly cooked and safe to eat the eight years I’ve been here, but I believe that not only has he done well by the community, but the community has done well by him. "The community wins be­ cause of the way he treats people, and he has won the community's trust and respect in return. "I know that when the school wanted advice from the community on what direction it should take, he was there. And when on occasion we've needed some extra to help out a kid, he has reached into his pocket to help, but he never wants anyone to know about it" A fellow Lions Club mem­ ber, Myers added. "Harold drives up in a Cadillac, gets out. puts on his work gloves and spends the afternoon helping the Lions pick up trash along the side of the road. "He’s just always there to help, to do right. "And that. I'm sure, is one of the reasons why the bank is the successful institution it is today.’ Donna Johnson summed up many people's feelings about Gless when she said. "He just grew that bank, that’s my opinion. He was right there for it all. and for all of us. too." The feelings are mutual "This has been an abso­ lutely super area." said Gless. "The people have been great, and it's been easy to be a banker here because of that "It’s been good, h's been my life, and it'll be hard to leave. I'm still part of this bank and the community, and they will be part of me until the day I die." SAVE MONEY :3! -TOP QUALITY SALES AND SERVICE AT A LOW PRICE" t: t: d KEY CLEANING SERVICES :: :3 ★ CARPET and VINYL SALE (In home & business showings) ★ CARPET and FURNITURE CLEANING ★ LOW, LOW PRICES COMPLETE COMMERCIAL and RESIDENTIAL SERVICE t: 948*8381 TOM FRITH • DAVID McWILLIAMS, CO-OWNERS 1 rs SAVE MONEY mu? 1 ’TTTTTTJ What a Deal! 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Tiffany Ann to Patrick Michael Tiffany is a 1993 graduate of Hastings High School and Patrick is a 1992 graduate of Thornapple Kellogg High School of Middleville They arc both attending Davenport College in Grand Rapids A July wedding is be­ ing planned TKMS musical is Thursday TK grad joins college ministry Rachel Hillman of Mid­ dleville serves as a member of the Ball State ministry at Taylor University for the 1993-1994 school year Hillman, the daughter of Mr and Mrs. Paul Hillman, is a graduate of Thomapple Kellogg School. Middleville She is a freshman at Taylor. Taylor’s Community Outreach provides a wide variety of opportunities for students to minister in and minister to the surrounding communities In the Ball State mnistry. Taylor students pre­ sent a drama in the Ball State residence halls and then form follow-up evangelism groups. Taykir University is a Christian liberal arts college based in Upland. Ind. Attention T.K. senior Class of 94 Thomapple Kellogg Education Foundation is Offering Two Renewable $500 Scholarships Applications and criteria may be obtained in TK High School counseling office. 54th ANNUAL Vermontville MAPLE SYRUP Thornapple Kellogg Middle School will present the musical, "H's Music," at the high school auditorium on Thursday, April 21, at 7:30 p.m. It is a tour of American music from the early 1900's to the present representing blues, swing, jazz, and rock. 75 eighth­ grade students take part in the program with solos by Lindsey Robertson (standing, center) and (kneeling, from left) Rachel Wade, Amanda Dykstra Becky Worth, Lindsay Thornton, Annie Deschaff, and Stephanie Higgins. TKMS vocal teacher Mary Weaver is director. Serving our Country TK Parenting festival set for Saturday Dean R. (ierke Army Pvt Dean R Gerke has graduated from the signal support systems specialist course at Ft. Gordon, Augusta. Ga. The 10-week course pro­ vides skills required for telecommunications support in the areas of field wire con­ struction. tactical radio retransmission, telephone FRIDAY, APRIL 22 to SUNDAY, APRIL 24th 4 00*00 ».*. Saturday, April 23,1994 No mum L. Dawson Air Force Tech. Sgt. Nor­ man L. Dawson has been decorated with the Air Force Commendation Medal at Shaw Air Force Base. Sunter. S.C. The medal is awarded to those individuals who demonstrate outstanding achievement or meritorious service in the performance of their duties on behalf of the Air Force. It is his second award. Dawson, a noncommission­ ed officer in charge of job control, is the son of Lester C. and Agnes M. Dawson of 9521 Portland Road, Clarksville. His wife, Donna, is the daughter of Lester D. and Beulah E. Blough of 13280 76(h St., Alto. Dawson is a 1969 graduate of Saranac High School. He earned a bachelor’s degree from Mid-America Nazarene College. Olathe, Kansas, in 1981. by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer There is still time and there is still room to register for the first Thornapple Kellogg School District Parenting Festival. The event, which is open to anyone in the TK community. will be this Saturday morning from 8 a m until 12:30 p m at the high school. Those who plan to attend should register before Satur­ day and list their choices of three different seminars. Registration forms are available at all of the TK schools and the administration building. They can be return­ ed to any of the offices or the community education office. Some of the topics of the seminars include how to help a child learn, making ad justments after a divorce, rais­ ing responsible children, nutrition, talking to teens about sexually transmitted diseases, raising gifted children, and literary development The keynote speaker will be Peggy Kline, a professional speaker and humorist who has spoken to parent groups around the country She holds a bachelor degree in Education and Child Development and is also a member of the American Association for Therapeutic Humor According to Community Education Director Chris Boysen, an organizer of the event, “We know parents want to be more involved in their childrens' education. “We hope this festival will give them more knowledge and information to do that.'' CALL FOR APPOINTMENT » 1246 Peets Rd Middleville. Ml 49333 (616)948-2768 Deb Frey, Owner/Operator AAA A A A AAAAAAAAA.AA 414 4 44.1.4AAAAAAAA A.A.AA A A 11 Sunday, April 24, 1994 10:00 a *. 1993 TOP SELLING AGENT BUYING, SELLING, BUILDING? 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Ml I April 19. 1994 / Paqe 9 Middleville Council considers recreational possibilities by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The Middleville Village Council took steps to insure that area residents have parks and recreational options close at hand In a unanimous vote, the council committed $3,000 toward the purchase of the railroad comdor located on the south of the village Middleville is not going that purchase alone The railroad corridor, which is currently owned by Railroad, is actually being brought by the Michigan Chapter of the Rails-to-Trails Conservancy at a cost of about $30,000. They will provide the up­ front money to make the pur chase and have agreed to “hold the property for up to 2 Vi years until the village can apply for federal funds for the project The RTC has just recently gotten involved m actually making the land acquisitions of unused railroad property This particular segment of land is about five lineal miles for a total of 60 acres RTC representative Roger Storm also told the council that if the village did not want to commit to the purchase of the property, then RTC would not buy it from Penn Central Middleville area resident Craig Patterson has been en­ couraging the village to jump at this chance to provide more recreational options in Mid­ dleville, such as hiking, bicycling and cross-country skiing. Village Manager Ev Manshum told the council that the development of parks and Sewer bids in; alternative equipment may save money by Margaret Fowter Staff Writer Bids on the sewer project for Middleville have come in. with the lowest being just over $2 million Erhardt Construction out of Ada quoted the lowest bid of the ten that were received by the village Along with that bid of $2 I million using AquaAerobic equipment for the Sequential Batch Reactor system. Erhardt also submitted an even lower bid using alter­ native equipment Erhardt felt that Jet Tech equipment for the project ‘would be comparable and would save the village about $80,000 in construction costs. “We are very familiar with AquaAerobics out of Rockford. 111 .” said Village Manager Ev Manshum ‘That is the system we asked companies to use in making their bids.” In fact, Manshum. former Village Manager Ernie Ball and village engineers made a trip earlier this year to AquaAerobics to meet with company officials and tour a system that has been in operation Last week, village officials had the same opportunity to get a closer look at just what Jet Tech had to offer. Jet Tech flew Manshum. Ball and the engineers (at no cost to the village) to their corporate headquarters in Kansas so they could dod some comparing “After looking at what Jet Tech has to offer, their system is definitely a viable option for the village.” said Manshum The Village Council will make the final determination as to which route to follow. Hoekstra rep. to visit here on April 21 A representative of Second District Congressman Peter Hoekstra will be at the Thor­ napple Township Hall, 200 E. Main St., in Middleville, from noon to 2 p.m. Thurs day. April 21. A Hoekstra representative meets with area constituents on the third Thursday of each month at locations throughout the district to hear about con­ cerns and answer questions. OPTIONS FOR AN recreational plans have been a lop priority to the Department of Natural Resources Development of a five-year plan would be necessary to go about obtaining federal grams for the recreational developments Manshum explained that without something like the railroad corridor project, the village would not be likely to get any grant money Patterson agreed to work with the village to develop a plan and said that the trail is already in fairly good condi­ tion for recreational use The council also heard possible plans for another recreational facility within the village limits. George Smith and Steve Marzolf brought a proposal to open and re-establish a downhill ski facility at the old ski-hill slope They propose to lease the property from the village and install new equipment “Our intentions are to rebuild and operate a family oriented’ ski facility to the greater Middleville en­ virons.” said Smith They said they feel that the business would benefit Mid­ dleville in a number of ways, including draw ing new people to the area, cleaning up and enhancing a neglected and vandalized area, and serve as a catalyst for establishing local parks and recreation programs Council members pointed out that there had been two other ski operations that had gone out of business Smith and Marzolf explain­ ed that they had done much research on the history of those operations and still felt they could be successful That area is also one of the well-head areas for the village that is under well-head protection. The council decided to send the proposal on to the Proper ty Committee to examine more closely . In other business, the council — Approved the purchase of a new police car at a cost of $12,200 from Shaheen Chevrolet in Lansing Though the vehicle is a 1992. it is not used. The purchase of the older model year car saved the village about $2,300. — Agreed to buy a new John Deere tractor from Thor­ napple Valley Equipment for $9,466. The current trac tor lawn mower is a 1984 model — Heard complaints from several village residents about the year-round ordinance that forbids parking on the streets between 2 and 6 a m. calling it a “nuisance ordinance The council decided to have the Ordinance Committee take a closer look at it. 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AGING SOCIETY SI • Special Services Saturday, April 30, 1994 OPTIONS FOR AN AGING SOCIETY Have you ever wondered what opiums are available when older relatives or fnends need more care than they can receive al borne' Join us as we explore some options for care, your legal options and services local agencies can provide Here are the details All community member* ire inviied io this FREE WHO: seminar sponsored by UAW Local 1002 and Thorn appk Kellogg Community Education WHAT: Seminar that will feature these Speaker* •Robert McKeown from Citizens for Better Care •John Weir. Ombudsman from Legal Aid of South Wesr Michigan He will address long term carr •Jerry McKeown from Barty County Alzheimer * Assucuuon WHEN: WHERE: Satunlav April 30. 1994. 10 00 AM - 1:00 P M ThoraappK Kellogg High School Audaorwm. 3tt5 Bender Road. M*AfleviUe ‘Mike Lytte. Local LAW 1002 "•95 9541 7953397 -Door- Lock Rekeying —Saw Sharpening (Circular Saw • Hand Saw • Chain Saw • Scissors Mower Blades) —Wallpaper (Borders • Single & Double Rolls) -Custom Paint Mixing (Sherwin Williams Paint) -Special Orders (Over 50,000 Items Available) —Pick-Up & Delivery of Power Equipment • Rental Carpet Cleaner (Rug Doctor ■ ‘Chemicals Available) Spreader Sewer Tape Faucet Stem Wrench Crimping Tool (Plumbing Duct) �Page 10 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / April 19, 1994 TK library aide honored as top paraprofessional pected anything like this. ' But many of the staff members who know and work with her expressed that there "is no one more deserving of this honor ” "Luella is a warm, caring, individual, who is very loyal and dependable and has been this way over the course of the 23 years I have known her." wrote TK Principal Henry Dugan "She is hard working, friendly and always eager to serve our students and community.'' The warmth and canng comes through no matter who she is dealing with, in fact, students will visit the library on a daily basis just to see Murphy "They know they can de­ pend on her for warmth, en­ couragement and support at any time on any day." said Librarian Judy Kain Thornapple Kellogg Library Aid Luella Murphy always has a friendly smile for library patrons and fellow workers like Andrew Mathias, a TKHS freshman. r-J AFFORDABLE I—. Family Dental Care Donald B. Stegehuis, D.D.S. 891-1240 We welcome new patients. Please call for your appointment available Monday-Saturday. 9505 Cherry Valley Rd. Caledonia - on M-37 in the new State Farm Bldg. fust north of the light by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Thomapple Kellogg staff has not just one. but two honorees in the 1994 selection of top individuals by the Kent County Education Association Luella Murphy, library aide for the high school and com­ munity library , has been nam­ ed as Top Support Staff for 1994 David Peet also was selected in the custodial maintenance area Murphy has been with the district for 25 years, with the last 17 being at the high school. She also served in an elementary library and the middle school library. "This is just overwhelm­ ing!" she said. "I never ex­ Emphathy, rapport, respect, compassion, sen­ sitivity. calmness, dedication and supportiveness are just a few of the other positive at­ tributes of Murphy's that were listed in the letters of recomme ndat ion. "Her calm, unshakeable demeanor makes each person she comes in contact with think they are the only person she has to attend to." said teacher Judy Hendrickson “I have seen her handle a crowd of impatient teen­ agers. sending them away feeling calmer and acting more pleasant " On the other hand. Murphy claims that she just does her job and it enjoys all aspects of it. “I love doing story time for the little ones. But. 1 like the middle schoolers and the high schoolers, too. They are all special to me and that's how I try to treat them.” she explained. "It is very evident that Luella cares about students, staff and public patrons. She remembers to inquire about sick relatives She remembers what kind of books you like. She calls your attention to new materials she thinks you will enjoy.” wrote TK Communi­ ty Education Director Chris Boysen "Most important, she makes everyone feel special while in the library No wonder the library is such a popular [Mace1” Murphy. Peet and other honored support staff and teachers, and five students who have been selected as scholarship winners will be the honored guests at a ban­ quet Tuesday. May 3, at Adnan's tn Grand Rapids Three candidates to run for Caledonia School Board by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Donald Regan will join incumbent board members James Gless and Bernard Nagel on the June 13 school election ballot in Caledonia. The three candidates are vying for two four-ye ar terms open on the Caledonia School board this year. Regan. 35, of 9766 Meadow Valley, is a research and development engineer at Smiths Industries. This is the second time he has offered to serve on the board. Gless. 40. will be running for his second term on the board. He lives at 9810 Creekview in Alto, and is a vice president of the State Bank of Caledonia. Caledonia kindergarten meeting set Parents of next year’s kindergarteners are invited to attend an informational meeting to be held at 7 p.m. on April 26 in the Caledonia High School Performing Arts Center. Prents should note that the original April 19 meeting date has been changed. Anyone with questions about the meeting should con­ tact Diane DeYoung at Caledonia Elementary, 891-8181. Nagel. 40. of 4550 92nd Street, currently is the secretary of the board and will be seeking his third term. He is a courier/ C.T.V. driver for Federal Express. Profiles of all three candidates will be published in a later edition of the Sun and News. Also on the ballot in Caledonia will be a request to levy 18 mills against business and other non-homestead property. The request is part of the school tax reform program recently approved by Michigan voters. The request is necessary for many public schools to receive adequate operational funding under the new tax law Voters are reminded that May 16 the last day to register for the June 13 election. North Central accreditation extended to CHS for 1993-94 Caledonia High School Principal Tonya Porter has announced that the school’s North Central Association ac­ creditation has been extended through the 1993-94 school year. The action was taken at the NCA’s March 30 Annual Meeting in Chicago. Each NCA school is ac­ credited on the basis of an an­ nual report on conditions in the school and on any sup plementary information the Commission on Schools requests. Each school also is evaluated on-site by a visiting team of educators. "Continued accreditation means that the conditions for effective education exist in the school," said the NCA. The North Central Associa­ tion works with schools to im­ prove the quality of education through a continuous process of accreditation and evaluation. The largest of the country’s regional accrediting agencies, it is a voluntary coalition of more than 7.000 schools and 1,000 colleges and univer sities in the 19-statc region of the central United States. Neighborhood Watch, Sheriff to sponsor severe weather training The Kent County Sheriffs Department will help conduct an April 25 training session on severe weather procedures sponsored by the Caledonia Neighborhood Watch. The meeting will be held at 7 p.m. in the Caledonia Village-Township Hall, 250 Maple The training will teach par ticipants what to do in case of tornados. severe thunderstorms or other dangerous conditions weather All area citizens, business owners and employees and members of other organiza­ tions are invited to attend, said Watch co-founder Steve Antecki Anyone needing further in­ formation about the meeting or about the Neighborhood Watch should contact Antecki at 891 9401 Curbs & Gutters. Floors. Sidewalks Alt Flatwork. Bobcat Work & Hauhng CONCRETE CONST. (616) 945-3318 4096 Wood School Rd • Hastings, Ml 49058 Carl Slagel �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / April 19, 1994 I Page 11 SPORTS i Middleville TK girls golf team wins 3 The Middleville golf team hosted Rogers at Yankee Spr­ ings Golf Course April 13. The girls score of 182 beat the Rogers girts by 18 strokes Low rounds for TK were Kerri McNees 40, Amy Ybema. 44, Amy Missad 49. and Sarah Bcutc 49 On April 14 the team travel­ ed to Hastings Country Club to play Hastings and Ionia. The girls shot a 213 to beat both Ionia (236) and Hastings (239) Low rounds for TK were Amy Ybema 45, Sarah Beute 53. Kem McNees 54. and Amy Missad 60 Also on April 14 the B team traveled to Gracewil Golf Course to play the Creston varsity team The girls shot well but fell to Creston by two shots. Low rounds for TK were Kiley Thaler 54. Shelly Harris 61. Wendy Dickinson 64 and Amber Williams 67. AREA SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS. Thornappte Kellogg School Lunch Menu Wednesday. April 20 Chili/crackers. bread, peanut butter, vegetable sticks, fruit juice bars Thursday. April 21 Turkey fajita, on soft shell, refried beans, peaches, cookie Friday, April 22 Pizza. cole slaw or sweet potatoes, jello with fruit. Monday. April 25 Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes, peas, biscuit, pears. H S salad bar Tuesday. April 26 Corn slack, chili on tortilla pieccs/cheese. lettuce, soft pretzel, peaches NOTE: Whole or lowfat milk offered each day. Alt menu at El Monday, hot dog. Tucaiay. turkey sandwich; Wednesday, salad bar. Thurs­ day. hamburger. Friday, fishwich. /Variety of sandwiches and salads at High School and Middle. I hornappte Kellogg Breakfast Menu Wednesday. April 20 Pancakes/syrup. orange juice, milk Thursday. April 21 Egg cheese, omelette biscuit, banana, milk Friday. April 22 Cinnamon roll, orange juice, milk Monday. April 25 Pancake sausage on a stick, orange juice, milk. Tuesday. April 26 Cold cereal, muffin, orange juice, milk. Caledonia Community High/Middle Schools Lunch Menu Wednesday. April 20 Soft taco, w/topping. com. or french fries, fruit choice, milk. Thursday. April 21 Spaghetti w/meat sauce, tossed salad or french fries, fruit choice, garlic toast, tnilk. Friday, April 22 Sub sandwich, green beans or french fries, blueberry crisp, milk. Monday. April 25 Burrito, green beans or french fries, fruit choice, milk. Tuesday. April 26 Pizza, french fries, fruit choice, milk. Caledonia C ommunity Schools Elementary Lunch Menu Scots open track season with win The Caledonia boys’ track team won 16 events and ran away with a 106-31 victory over Calvin Christian Wednesday to open its 1994 track season. Calvin was last season's OK Blue Conference champion and regional titlist, but lost many of its veteran runners to graduation. First place finishers for the Scots were: Jason King. 100-meters 11.2 seconds and 200-me ter dash 24.1. Jason Bush, shot put 37feet. seven-inches and discus 110-10. Chad Dygraaf. 300-meter intermediate hurdles 45.5 and 100-meter high hurdles 17.4. King. Keith Bohez. John Winquest and Jon Oldfield, 400-meter relay 46.2, 800meter relay 1:36 J. Bohez, long jump 19-8. APRIL SPECIALS PASSENGER TIRE SALE! Reg. Sale •29.99 •33.99 •35.99 •42.99 •44.99 <46.99 ’37.99 P165/80R13 ’41.99 P185/80R13 ’45.99 P185/75R14 ’54.99 P205/75R14 ’57.99 P205/75R15 ’61.99 P225/75R15.... ’63.99 P235/75R15 ’65.99 P155/80R13 Caledonia Community Schools HighMiddle Meal Deal Menu Wednesday. April 20 Hot turkey sub. french fries. Vita Pup, milk. Thursday , April 21 Chinese bar. egg roll. Vita Pup. milk. Friday. April 22 Itza Pizza, french fries. Vita Pup. milk. Potato Bar. .Monday. April 25 Bacon Double Cheeseburger/bun, french fries. Vita Pup, milk Tuesday, April 26 Mexican bar. Vita Pup. milk. PR812 Save *8.00 *8.00 •10.00 •12.00 •13.00 •15.00 *16.00 •48.99 TRUCK TIRE SALE! 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Lake wood 17 1/2, Godwin 10. Fennville 4 and Forest Hills Northern 2. First place finishes for the Fighting Scots were: Beth Parbel. Ben Thomp­ son. Karyn Duba and Pete Parbel. 6400-meter relay 21:01 Dave VandenBerg. Audrey Warner. Adam Paarlberg and Jill Hoffman, special relay (the only event for the run­ ners) 4:18.6. Potgeter. Jody Halrick. Lil­ lie and Sarah Parbel. distance relay (no time available). Jeff Poster. Katie Benham. Seth Erkin and Barb Warner, freshmen 400-relay. (no time available). Wendy Faber, King. Amand Wolfert and Bohez. varsity 400-relay 49.5. Allen. Sarah Parbel. Win­ quest and Duba. 1600-meter relay 3:54.0. i i ii11 iiihi uT Wednesday. April 20 Walking taco, food bar. milk Thursday. April 21 Spaghetti w/meat sauce, food bar. garlic toast, milk. Friday. April 22 Sub sandwich, blueberry crisp, food bar. milk Monday. April 25 Breakfast for lunch — pan­ cakes. sausage, food bar. milk. Tuesday. April 26 Pizza, food bar. milk. Caledonia Community Schools Kettle I>ake Breakfast Menu Wednesday, April 20 Breakfast pizza, juice or fruit, milk. Thursday, April 21 Egg cheese biscuit, juice or fruit, milk. Friday. April 22 Pop tan. string cheese, juice or fruit, milk Monday. April 25 Assorted cereal, toast, juice or fruit, milk Tuesday. April 26 Cinnamon roil, juice or fruit, milk. Chris Allen. 400-meter 54.6. Ben Potgeter. 800-meter 110.8. Ben Lillie. 1600-meter 4.55.1. Pete Parbel. 3200-meter 9:563. Ben Thompson. Potgeter, Lillie and Parbel, 3200-meter relay 9:03.7. Parbel. Potgeter. Allen and Winquest. 1600-meter relay 3:46.8. Coach Jon Sodernun said it was a strong performance against a rebuilding team. In the Middleville co-ed re­ lays Thursday. Caledonia's boys and girls finished second to Delton in the 13-team spe­ cial event. Delton ended the day with 84 points followed by Cale­ donia with 81, South Christian had 54. Hamilton 37. Maple Valley 32. Comstock Park 29. Byron Call 795-3550 500 Arlington (M-37) a (Next to Crystal Flash) — Middleville ^ ■ms OPEN: Monday-Tuesday 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.; IM Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Saturday 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. II <1 » �Page 12 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / April 19. 199* Caledonia freestylers win/place in tourneys Thornapple board approves ordinance bv Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The Thomapplc Township Board approved the new mineral extraction and pro­ cessing ordinance at last Mon­ day’s meeting The Township Planning and Zoning Commission submit­ ted final revision of the or­ dinance to the board for ap­ proval at the March board meeting But the ordinance was tabl­ ed during the March meeting due to several concerns that had been expressed by both Township Board members and others who deal with gravel mining. However. Planning and Zoning Commission Chair­ man Jack Spencer told the board that the commis­ sion*’had labored long and hard to come up with the pro­ posed recommendation If it were returned to the commission, he would like a rccomcndation for rewording Essentially, the board decided make an amendment that would not allow mining in any rural-residential or com­ mercial zones The document submitted by the planning commission had allowed for mining in the R-R and C zones The board unamiously ap­ proved the adoption of the mining ordinance as it was amended In other business, the board — Heard a request to begin condemnation proceedings on two strips of land on the east side of Noffke Drive, a 10-foot strip and a one-foot Mnp. which eliminates access to Noffke Drive from the Timmerman property A developer is interested in the property but only if the two strips can be purchased as well. No agreement can be reached with the owners Township Supervisor Don Boysen plans to set up a meeting with all involved to see if an agreement can be reached — Approved the Planning Commission's recommenda tion to deny the rezoning of the Middleville Hardware and Lumber property on Moe Road Property owner Don Mur­ doch requested that it be rezoned from agricultural- Charter Township OF CCALEDONIA ( Caleonia, Michigan 49316 J ~ "At the Growing Edge of Kant County" CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP BOARD AGENDA • APRIL 20, 1994 1. Minutes 2 Bills 3 Building Inspector Report 4 Treasurers Report 5. District Library 6. 1st Reading - Trent Henry 7. Planning Commission Report 8. Ordinance #94-4Z - 2nd Reading 9. Ordinance #94-5Z - 2nd Reading 10. Ordinance #94-6Z - 2nd Reading 11. ZBA Report 12. Subdivision Ordinance - 1st Reading 13. Planning Commission Re-appointment 14. Office Hours 15. Any Other business That May Come Before the Board (117) Thornopple Township Supervisor Don Boysen and Fire Chief Bob Kenyon don their Thornapple Township Emergency Service caps. Anyone can get one now for $8 from the fire born or any fire fighter. The money raised will be help buy a Class A foam pump for the newer fire engine. Cost of the pump is about $3,000 and donations toward the purchase can also be mode. residential to industrial in order to accommodate a model tram factory run by Clarence Slaughter — Received a request for the extension of the Duncan Lake sewer service to two lots owned by Ed DeRidder Boysen will find out the cost Baked potato dinner tonight If you are looking for something different for dinner tonight, you might like to try the menu offered at the United Methodist Parmalee Church north of Middleville. Baked potatoes with the choice of several toppings, home made pies, salad and coffee will be available tonight (Tuesday. April 19) at the church. Serving will start at 6:30 p.m. at the dinner prepared and served by the United Methodist Women of Parmalee Church A donation of $4.50 for adults and $3.50 for children will be accepted. The public is invited. The United Methodist Church of Parmalee is located at 9266 Parmalee Road. Call for Classifieds TO THE RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS OF YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN and OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS; NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION May 19, 1994 7:30 p.m. Yankee Springs Township Hall 284 N. Briggs. Middleville. Ml 49333 Purpose. To consider request from Julia Wolowicz to rezone property at 11525 Cobb Lake Rd. from Agricultural to Residential Low Density and to change the Master Plan. Legal Description: A parcel of approximately 4 acres located in Section 17 of Yankee Springs Township at 11525 Cobb Lake Rd. Com­ plete description available at Township Hall Parcel #0816-017-021-00 Owner of Record: Julia Wolowicz 11525 Cobb Lake Rd., Middleville. 49333 Material pertaining to the above subject may be examined at the township hall by appointment with the clerk. Date: Time: Place: Yankee Spnngs Township will provide necessary 'easonabie auxiliary aids and services such as stoners lor the heanna impaired and aud<c tapes pnnted mate-*! be con­ sidered at the heanng upon five (5) days notice to the Yankee Spnngs Township Clerk. Individuals with disabilities requinng auxiliary a»ds or services snoukl contact the Yankee Spnngs Township Clerk by wnt<ng or calling the Clerk at the address ex telephone number listed herein Harvey E. Vander Bee, Clerk Telephone 795-9091 before proceeding. — Acknowledged that three candidates for fire/am­ bulance administrator will be interviewed on Thursday, April 21. — Were notified of parcels the village of Middleville plans to annex. Caledonia Freestyle Wrestl­ ing Club sent wrestlers to Ionia and Cedar Springs this past week-end to compete in tournaments In Ionia representing Group I were fourth place finishers Robbie LaFounum and Jor­ dan Trudeau and first place finisher Brandon Cance Experienced wrestler Jake Klapmust brought home a gold medal in the 85-pound weight category for Group II Nine-year-old Michael Tomanek also placed first while teammates Brandon Schalk and Matt Morgan brought home second anil third place medals Group III was led by gold medalist. Lucas Zoet Silver medal performances were turned in by Steve Gillet and Seth Temple. Ten and 11 year olds Christopher Smith and Mike Morgan finished the tournament with fourth place medals Group IV wrestler Casey Kinney won a gold medal. Nick Webster placed second and Nick Draft and Zach Hollinshead finished fourth. At the Cadet-Junior-Open tournament, in Cedar Springs wrestler Josh Haywood was awarded a bronze medal Also participating were wrestlers Nick Davis. Tyler Evans. Nick Gillet. Brandon Gnnage. Scot Hang. Ryan Hay wood. M i ke K lapmust and Kevin Smith Experienced freestyle wrestlers Dustin McFarlan. Patrick Huver and Ryan James placed first, second and third on Friday night in Greco-Roman with Dustin and Patrick earning bronze and silver medals at the freestyle tournament Super mods at Berlin The International Super Modified Association sanc­ tioned wigned race cars will invade the Berlin Raceway. Saturday night. June 4. as part of the doubleheader auto rac­ ing program. The New York based speedsters will run a senes of qualifying heat races topped by a 5O-lap main event A double header card of Berlin Late Model Stock Cars and Sportsman Stock cars will have a test and tune session Saturday afternoon April 23 and the first West Michigan Chevrolet Dealers point championship races will kick off the 1994 season. Saturday evening April 30th. Point championship races will be run every Saturday night through September 17th at the paved, one-half mile Marne oval Live trackside broadcasts will be carried on WQFN-100.5 FM with time trial results from 6-6:30 p.m and the three AC -Delco feature races carried from 8 45 to II p.m every Satur day evening The June and August American Speed Association AC-Delco Challenge Senes races will be aired nationally The raceway, in its 44th year under the direction of race organizers Chet MyslicK-c. is located five miles west of Grund Rapids, on interstate 96 expressway at Marne exit 23. Race programs throughout the season will have practice at 3 p.m.. tune trials at 4 p.m and the first heat race set for 7:15 p.m. Phone 795-3345 for Sun & News Action-Ads! VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN SYNOPSIS OF ORDINANCE ADOPTION OF 1981 UNIFORM TRAFFIC CODE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on April 11, 1994, the Village of Caledonia approved Ordinance No. 94-1, which adopts as the Village Traffic Code the 1981 Uniform Traffic Code for Cities, Villages, and Townships (the “Code”), pro­ mulgated by the Commissioner of State Police. The Village Council adopted certain amendments to the Code concern­ ing bicycle dealers and providing that provisions of the Code concerning driving while under the influence of alcoholic beverages shall be consistent with state law in that regard. The purpose of the Code is to regulate the operation of vehicles, to provide for the regulation and use of streets, highways, and alleys and other public and semi-public places within the Village of Caledonia, and to provide penalties for the violation of the Code. A complete copy of the Code is available at the offices of the Village Clerk for inspection by the public during business hours. No further or additional publication of the Code is required or contemplated. This Ordinance shall take effect 20 days following its passage. Dated: April 11, 1994 VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA (112) �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I April 19, 1994 I Page 13 Four All-O K Blue players lost to graduation TK netters have uphill battle for winning record the year The veteran coach said the kids know they have tough opponents and go into the matches with their eyes open. 'I don’t think it'll bruise their egos if they lose, because I’ve told them how good a team they are facing.* Seger said. *1 think playing against the better players will help our kids learn more and become better faster." Returning seniors this sea­ son are Brian Baughman, who will play No. 2 singles, and Dave Timm, who looks to move up from No. 3 doubles. Junior Brett Suwyn has im­ proved from No. 2 doubles to No. 1 singles and sophomore Brett Bremer has taken the No. 3 singles spot. The new players on the var­ sity team include senior Kevin Wright, junior Eric Griffith, sophomores Rob Kiel. Brad Bedford. Sam Alexander and Mike Leedy, and freshmen Steve Dood, Ken Barrett, Ryan Oilhouse and Mike Stein. "I'm not worried about where well finish in the O-K Blue," Seger said. "Our goal is to stick together and work hard to improve as much as Five members of last sea­ son's No. 2 tennis team in the OK Blue, all of whom were all-conference, graduated with the Class of 1993 and left Middleville tennis coach l-arry Seger with an uphill climb for a 24th straight win­ ning tennis season. Ryan Kiel, the former No. 1 singles player, is now playing for Aquinas, College and Scott Oliver, last season’s No. 2 singles, plays for Siena Col­ lege. The two other All-O-K Blue players, the No. 1 dou­ bles team of Mark Pullen and Dave DeHaan and one-half of the No. 2 doubles team. John McKinley, have also gradu­ ated. What Seger has for a team this season is "a group of very young players that 1 am look­ ing forward to working with , (who’ll) work hard and improve as much as possible." Seger said the first three matches of the season were against tough opponents. Caledonia. Hamilton and West Catholic. He said with only three seniors, of whom only two have varsity experi­ ence. he would rather be play­ ing the tougher teams early in Letterheads I’RIN I Business Cards Envelopes Mia Brochures Wedding Invitations MORE / Quality Printing at Affordable Prices! I L possible." In their first dual of the season the T-K netters nearly pulled an upset of West Catholic, Wednesday. The team lost 4-3. by taking four matches to three sets, winning two. Suwyn, at first singles, lost 6-0.6-0 Baughman, at No. 2 lost 6-3.6-4. Seger said Baughman played very well. and. being a left-handed player, kept his opponent off balance. No. 3 singles player Bremer played ’aggresive. and did well going to the net," and won his match 4-6, 6-4, 7-5. Wright, at No. 4 singles faced a tough opponent and dropped his match in two sets 6-2, 6-0. Seger said he was pleased with how Wright played and sees him becoming a better player. The first doubles team lost in three sets 5-7,6-4,6-3. At No. 2 doubles, Timm and Bedford surprised West Catholic with a 6-7, 7-6. 6-4 victory. Seger said the back court play of Bedford was strong and contributed to the win. At No. 3 doubles, a pair of freshmen beat the West Catholic senior duo. Olthouse and Dood. playing in their first varsity match took the seniors down 4-6, 62.6-2. "They were nervous at first," Seger said. "But they gained confidence as they played. "I see the whole team becoming a pretty good team in the next two weeks as they get more experience." Call 945-9554 or stop by ... • MINUTES • Special Meeting Triple Check Tax Service We are set up to handle ALL INCOME TAX needs. We are able to do your personal, small business, Partnership or Corporation returns. We offer a complete accounting service, with 20 years of experience. Other services include: • Business Plans • UPS (not a UPS agent! • Educational Resources Service - College Money Guaranteed OPEN Mon.-Fri. 9-5; Sat. 9-2 or evenings by appointment Member^ April 7. 1994 President Myers called the special meeting to order at 7:08 p.m. for the purpose of approv­ ing Wastewater Treatment Pro­ ject bids for bonding purposes. Present Bray. French, Schell­ ings Stogray and VandenBerg. Absent: Oliver Motion by Schellinger and support by French to approve the Resolution to Approve Amended Estimate of Cost and County Bond Issue for Village of Middleville Sanitary Sewer System in the amount of S2 500 000 00. Roll Call Bray aye. French aye Schellinger aye Stagroy aye VandenBerg aye and Myers aye Motion carried. Schellinger moved for ad­ journment support by Stogray Ayes all. 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Member Grand Rapah Nu&en, 1 Landscape Assocsabon Mdagan Nusery 4 Landscape Assooaton American Assoaaaon at fiurstrytnen "Let our experience serve you” 698-1030 Call for appointment VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on May 9. 1994. at 7:00 p.m. the Village Council of the Village of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan 49316. con­ cerning a proposed schedule of rates of C-TEC Cable Systems of Michigan, Inc. for the basic tier of cable television services and associated equipment, and for basic cable television service within the Village The proposed schedule of basic cable television service rates and related Information (except those parts which may be withheld as proprietary) are available for inspection or copying at the offices of the Village of Caledonia, 250 South Maple Street, within the Village, during normal business hours. All interested persons may submit written comments on or objections to the proposed basic cable television rate schedule and may attend the public hearing. Dated: April 15, 1994 VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE (119) MIDDLEVILLE Official Village Council 1952 N. Broadway (M-43) Members of the Middleville boys tennis team include, front row from left: Eric Griffin, Kevin Wright. Brian Baughman, David Timm and Brett Suwyn Second row Coach Larry Seger, Brett Bremer. Sam Alexander. Ken Barrett. Mike Leedy, Kevin Dood. Ryan Olthouse. Brad Bedford, Rob Kiel and manager Brian Seger Missing from photo Mike Stein. VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT AND SUMMARY OF THE REGULATORY EFFECT THEREOF PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on April 11,1994, the Village Council of the Village of Caledonia adopted an ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Village of Caledonia. The amending ordinance amends the Caledonia Village Centre Planned Unit Development in ac­ cordance with the revised Final Development Plan of the Development. The principal provisions of the amending ordinance can be summariz­ ed as follows: 1. Planned Unit Development. The amending ordinance affects the following described portion of the lands included in the planned unit development (PUD): The part of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 29, Town 5 North, Range 10 West, Caledonia Township, Kent County, Michigan, describ­ ed as beginning at a point on the North line of said Northeast 1/4 which is South 89*48’ West 56.87 feet from the Northeast cor­ ner of Section 29; thence South 00*18’ West 369.01 feet along the West line of Cherry Valley Avenue (M-37); thence South 89*48’ West 448.07 feet; thence North 00*00’ West 369.00 feet; thence North 89*48’ East 450.00 feet along the North line of said Nor­ theast 1/4 to the place of beginning. 2. Private Street. The amending ordinance provides that there may be a private street to serve the Development in the adjacent plat of Glen Valley Business Center. The private street extends from the West line of Cherry Valley Avenue opposite the current terminus of 92nd Street and extends Westerly therefrom approximately 500 feet, more or less, and thence Southerly approximately 360 feet, more or less. 3. Effective Date. The amending ordinance will become effective April 19, 1994 Dated: April 13, 1994 VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA (110) �Page 14 / The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I April 19, 1994 Summary of Regular meeting Minutes for the CALEDONIA VILLAGE COUNCIL April 11, 1994 The rogulor meeting of the Coledonto Village Council wot colled to order by Vice Presi­ dent, J. Soules with oil members present except Klover who arriv­ ed soon thereafter Several guests were also present Minutes and financial report wore accepted os printed Bills wore approved for payment ex­ cept a portion of WW Engineer mg Cystic Fibrosis Foundation wore given permission for a fund raising campaign in September An Ordmonce to amend Glen Volley PUD Ordinance to show changes in street and driveways was presented by Erskine seconded by Kidder Ayes all Ordinance adopted Resolution granting a variance for the Caledonia Subdivision Control Ordinance to allow a private street to provide access to Lots 3 and 4 of Glen Volley Business Center was presented by Erskine, seconded by AAoerland Ayes all. Resolution TO THE RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS OF YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP. BARRY COUNTY. MICHIGAN and OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS: NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION 0M« April 21, 19»4 Tima: 7:30 p.m. Place Yankee Springs Township Hall 284 N Briggs,Middleville. Ml 49333 Purpose: To consider request from Gary and Miava Gravelyn to rezone properly at 12480 Oakwood Shores from Agricultural to Residential Legal Description Lot 1, Pinewood Estates, located in Section 7 of Yankee Springs Township, Barry County, Michigan. PP #0816007^00-10 Owner of Record: Gary Gravelyn 12480 Oakwood Shores. Wayland. Ml 49348 Material pertaining to the above subject may beexamined at the township hall by appointment with the clerk. Yankee Springs Township will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed material being considered at the hearing upon five (5) days notice to the Yankee Springs Township Clerk Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Yankee Springs Township Clerk by writing or calling the Clerk at the address or telephone number listed herein Harvey E. Vander Bee. Clerk Telephone 795 9091 odoptod An Ordinance *o amend the Caledonia Village Center PUD to provide a private street to serve Caledonia Village Center ond Glen Volley was presented by K>dder seconded by Erskine Ayes all. Ordinance declared adopted Approval of revised preliminary plat for Glen Volley Business Center was given os was the extension of the Glen Volley residential plat Special Assessment Resolu­ tion No 2 to confirm the Special Assessment Ro< for Glen Volley Development was presented by Soules seconded by Audy Ayes ail. Resolution declared Resolution to approve revised Exhibtts B and C to amended ond restated Caledonia Sewage Disposal System Contract was presented by Berencsi second­ ed by Soules Ayes all Resolu tson adopted Committees appointments for the year wore approved os listed. Planning Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals ap­ pointment wore also approved Caledonia Elementary School new bus driveway was opprov ed. Antocki was granted permis­ sion to attend a financial seminor in Traverse City June I, 2. ond 3. Portable temporary signs were discussed ond further action will be token to have them removed. Equipment for the office was discussed An Ordinance to adopt the up­ dated version of the Uniform Traffic Code of 1981 was presented by Berencsi. second­ ed by Soules Ayes all. Or­ dinance declared adopted Other items discussed were: sidewalk program, library, coble franchise renewal |unk cars and street swooping. Meeting was odpurned at 10 45 p.m. Joe quel i ne Cherry Village Clerk (111) (106) VILLAGE Off MIDDLEVILLE NOTICE Off PUBLIC HEARING PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on May 3, 1994 at 7:00 P.M., the Village of Middleville Planning Commission will hold a public hearing at the Village Hall, 100 East Main Street, Middleville, Michigan, to consider the following proposed amendments to the Village Master Plan. 1. Amend the Future Land Use Plan Map so as to change the planning designation from Industrial to High Density Residential for the property commonly and legally referred to as the following. 1000 East Main Street ■ Part of the SW % of Section 23, T4N, R10W, Thornapple Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the south % corner of said Section 23; thence north 89 deg 28’ 31” east 1305.78 feet along the south line of said Section 23 to the place of beginning of this description; thence north 75 deg 11’ 54” west 744.66 feet: thence north 08 deg 48' 56” east 660.00 feet to the c/l of Main Street; thence south 80 deg 38’ 27” east 623.40 feet along said c/l of Main Street; thence south 00 deg 17’ 06” east 740.21 feet to the place of beginning, except approximately the east 323.40 feet thereof. Subject to the right-of-way of State Road. Also subject to easements, restrictions and rights-of-way of record. 2. Amend the Future Land Use Plan Map so as to change the planning designation from Public, Quasi-Public to High Density Residential for the property commonly and legally referred to as the following: 1000 East Main Street - Part of the SW Vk of Section 23, T4N, R10W, Thomapple Township, Barry County. Michigan, described as. Commencing at the south comer of said Section 23; thence north 89 deg 28’ 31” east 1305.78 feet along the south line of said Section 23 to the place of beginning of this description; thence north 75 deg 11' 54" west 744 66 feet; thence north 08 deg 48 56” east 660.00 feet to the c/l of Main Street; thence south 80 deg 38’ 27” east 623.40 feet along said c/l of Main Street; thence south 00 deg 17' 06" east 740.21 feet to the place of beginning, except approximately the west 300.00 feet thereof. Subject to the right-of-way of State Road Also subject to easements, restrictions and rights-of-way of record. Interested persons who wish to present their views may do so by attending the public hearing, or by sending written comments to the Village Hail at the aforementioned address All information relative to this request may be reviewed at the Village Hall located at 100 East Main Street, during normal business hours. Village of Middleville Planning Commission Dated: April 12, 1994 noe) Official Middleville Village Council Minutes March 22 1994 Prasiden* Myars called the moating to order at 7:00 p.m. Present French. Oliver, Schellinger. Stogray and VondenBerg Absent Bray Guests: Mrs. Stagray ond several Village residents Minutes of the March 8 1994 mooting wore approved as rood. Agendo approved as President Myers welcomed the new elected oHkiols to the Council. VondenBerg moved that Council adopt the Resolution Ac­ counting Order (concerning Cable TV). Support by French Roll coll French aye Oliver aye Schellinger aye Stogray aye VondenBerg aye ond Myers aye Motion Carried Oliver moved that Council renew our contract with Barry County Y.M.C.A. in the amount of $2,500.00 for services prov.d ed for the Village. Support by Schellinger. Ayes all. Carried. VondenBerg updated Council on the Police cruiser No action taken at this time. Committee will meet with Police chief and Village Manager VondenBerg moved that Council pay Consumers Power Company $9,935 00 for underground electric facilities installed in the Industrial Pork Support by French. Ayes all. Carried. Spring Clean up discussed. French moved that Council ap­ prove Spring Clean-Up Week for Moy 9 1994 cost to not exceed last year s coet. Also yard waste ond ptekup schedule on brush and leaf policy be approved Support by Oliver Ayes all Carried. Oliver moved that Council authorize Village represen­ tatives to spend up to $10,000 00 for purchase of a used snow plow truck from Barry County Road Commission. Support by VondenBerg. Ayes all Carried. Schellinger moved the follow­ ing transfer be allowed General Fund to Sewer Fund. $90,000 00. Temporary loan for Sewer Bond redemption. Sup­ port by VondenBerg Ayes oil. Carried. Schellinger moved that Coun­ cil retain Ernie Ball os consul­ tant, for his portion of the employee health insurance, for one year. Support by VondenBerg Ayos all Carried Oliver moved that Council file form FCC 329 (pertaining to Cable TV) ond authorize the Village Clerk to sign the form Support by VondenBerg. Ayes all. Carried Michael Moorehouse ap­ proached Council concerning the Police cruiser. Schellinger moved that Coun­ cil enter into closed session at 7 58 p.m.. for the purpose of discussing purchase of property Support by French. Roll call, French aye Oliver aye. Schell­ inger aye. Stagray aye. VondenBerg aye and Myers aye Motion carried. Council returned to regular session at 8:30 p.m. CHrver moved that Council authorize Village Attorney Youngsmc to seek purchase agreement from the Penn Cen­ tral roilrood for right of way south of Village limits. With pur chose price not to exceed $15,000.00. Support by VondenBerg Ayes all Carried With no further business. French moved for adjournment Support by Stogray Ayes all Carried. AAeeting adjourned at 8 35 p m Cheryl Hooper Village Clerk (115) — Call for — CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP BOARD April 13, 1994 A joint meeting of the Caledonia Township Board ond the Village Council was called to order at 7:10 p.m. Present: Garbow. Jousma. R. DeVries. Snyder. Gould. Absent: J. DeVries, Dieleman Also Present Village Council. Corl Shook. Ruth McCronk Shirley Buursma ond several citizens. Purpose of the meeting was to discuss the district library. Discussion was held. Sixteen units hove approved to put the district library on the November ballot Village Council has recommended that the Township Board vote to allow the district library to be put on our November ballot. Recess was called at 8:10 p.m. Meeting was re convened at 8:25 p.m. Discussion was on Mayor exchange day, 4th of July. Police and Fire millage was discussed. Would the Village be willing to contribute 20% of the cost of police protection? Village will go over their budget and let the Township know. Other Business Board ond Council were brought up to date on the M-37 sewer Suggestion for a joint meeting twice a year Meeting adjourned at 9:00 p.m. Respectfully submitted. Patricia Snyder. Clerk (116) CLASSIFIEDS Place Your Advertising Message Here • 795-3345 • Bato»: 5 words tor '2 75 then V per word. It you pay * advance you saw 50* billing charge Deadline is Friday at 4.00 p m. Charter Township OF CCALEDONIA Caleonia, Michigan 49316 "At the Growing Edge of Kent County" NOTICE • On August 2, 1994 Caledonia Township will hold an election. Due to the resignation of former Supervisor Jerry Good, the office of Supervisor will be on the ballot. If you are in­ terested in running for this office, please stop by my office during regular business hours and pick up a nominating petition. These peti­ tions must be filled out and in my office by 4:00 p.m. on May 10, 1994. Dated: April 13, 1994 Patricia Snyder, Clerk (118) VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT AND SUMMARY OF THE REGULATORY EFFECT THEREOF PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on April 11,1994, the Village Council of the Village of Caledonia adopted an ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Village of Caledonia. The amending ordinance amends the Glen Valley Planned Unit Development in accordance with the revised Final Development Plan of the Development. The principal provisions of the amending ordinance can be summarized as follows: 1. Planned Unit Development. The Glen Valley Planned Unit Develop­ ment, as specified in the revised Final Development Plan dated February 25, 1994, covers the following described lands: The South 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 and the South 1/2 of the North 1/2 of the Southeast 1/4 of Section 20, Town 5 North, Range 10 West, Village of Caledonia, Kent County, Michigan. 2. Access. Lots 3 and 4 of Glen Valley Business Center shall have access to lands south of the planned unit development by means of a private street located near and along the southerly frontage of said lots. Not other lands in the Development shall have private driveway access directly to Cherry Valley Avenue. 3. Streets. The location of South Rodgers Court and the location of the walkway in the Development shall be as shown in the revised Final Development Plan dated February 25, 1994. 4. Effective Date. The amending ordinance will become effective April 19, 1994. Dated: April 13, 1994 VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA (109) �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I April 19, 1994 / Page 15 TK tracksters finish 12th in Hastings relays The Midieville track boys team finished 10 and the girls duplicated the finish in the 47th Annual 16-team Hastings Relays Saturday. The teams' combined score added up to 14th-place finish with a combined 28 points. Hastings won the combined with 88 points, followed by St. Joseph with 77 and Inwell with 72. The T-K girls ended with IS points and the boys gathered 10. The top event for the girts was the long jump. Carla Plocg, assisted by a tail wind, and team mate Jenna Shook combined for a distance of 31 feet, 2.51 inches. The distance was 100th of an inch further than Lowell. The 6400-meter relay team finished fifth with a time of 25-minutes, 34.64 seconds. Finishing sixth were the medley relay team of with a time of 15:23.70, the 4 by 200-me ter relay team with a time of 1:58.6 and the 4 by 100-meter relay team with a time of 55.9. The 800-sprint medley relay team finished ninth at 2; 17.4 and the 4 by 400meter relay team finished 10th at 5:00.7. The discus throwers combined flor a distance of 112-9 for 15th place and the shot putters combined for a distance of 41-6 for 15th. The T-K boys' best event was the with discus finishing second with a distance of 246-11. The T-K pole vaulters combined for a height of 22 feet, which was good for fourth. The 4 by 110 shuttle hurdle relay team finished sixth with a time of 1:10.19. the team finished eighth in the 4 by 100 relay at 48.6 and the shot putters finished ninth with a distance of 74-2. Finishing 12th in the long jumpers with a distance of 34-2.5. The 4 by 400-meter relay team finished 13th at 4:09.9 and the 800-meter sprint medley relay finished 14th with a time of 1:55.1. Carla Ploeg. here hitting the dirt, teamed with Jenna Shook for the only first place medal lor the Middleville track team in the Hastings relays, Saturday CONSOLIDATED REPORT OF CONDITION of State Bank of Caledonia of Caledonia in the State of Michigan, and its Domestic Subsidiaries, at the close of business on March 31, 1994. Published in accordance with a call made by the commissioner of the Financial Institutions Bureau pursuant to the provisions of Section 223 of the banking code of 1969, as amended Jeremy Aardema explodes from the starting blocks in the 4 by 110-meter shuttle hurdle relay, in which the T-K boys finished sixth out of 16 teams VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Village of Middleville Planning Commission will hold a public hear­ ing to consider the following request: APPLICANT: Village of Middleville Request: The Village of Middleville Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to receive citizen’s comments regarding a proposed ordinance to amend the Village of Middleville Zoning Ordinance. The proposed ordinance would, if adopted, amend the Village Zoning Ordinance as follows: 1. Amend Section 4.2 of the Zoning Ordinance (Zoning Map) from the Light Industrial District (1-1) to the Multi­ ple Family Residential District (R-3) for the parcel com­ monly and legally referred to as the following: 1000 East Main Street - Part of the SW 1/4 of Section 23, T4N, R10W, Thornapple Township, Barry County, Mich­ igan, described as: Commencing at the south 1/4 cor­ ner of said Section 23; thence north 89 deg 28’ 31” east 1305.78 feet along the south line of said Section 23 to the place of beginning of this description; thence north 75 deg 11 ’ 54” west 744.66 feet; thence north 08 deg 48’ 56” east 660.00 feet to the c/l of Main Street; thence south 80 deg 38’ 27” east 623.40 feet along said c/l of Main Street; thence south 00 deg 17’ 06” east 74021 feet to the place of beginning. Subject to the right-of-way of State Road. Also subject to easements, restrictions and rights-of-way of record. PUBLIC HEARING DATE: May 3, 1994 TIME: 7:15 P M LOCATION: Middleville Village Hall 100 East Main Street Middleville, Ml 49333 Thousands of Dollars - ASSETS Cash and balances due from depository Institutions: Noninterest bearingbalances and currency and coin... 2,396 Interest-bearing balances..................................................... 4 Securities................................................................................... 21,145 Federal funds sold............................................. 2,300 Securities purchased under agreements to resell..................... 0■ Loans and lease financing receivables: Loans and leases, net of unearned income 68,159 LESS: Allowance for loan and lease losses........................... 1,233 LESS: Allocated transfer risk reserve................................... 0• Loans and leases, net of unearned income, allowance, and reserve............................................................................ 66,926 Assets held in trading accounts.............................................................................. 0 Premises and fixed assets (including capitalized leases).......... 3,535 Other real estate owned.............................................................. 699 Investments in unconsolidated subsidiaries and associated companies..................................................... 0Customers’ liability to this bank on acceptances outstanding... 0 Intangible assets........................................................................ 67 Other assets.........................~..................................................... 1,469 Total assets................................................................................ 96,543 Losses deferred pursuant to 12 U.S.C. 1823<j)............................ 0 Total assets and losses deferred pursuant to 12 U.S.C. 1823<j) 96,543 Deposits: - LIABILITIES In domestic offices............................................ ........................ Noninterest-bearing............................................................... Interest-bearing..................................................................... Federal funds purchased.............................. ............................. Securities sold under agreements to repurchase...................... Demand notes issued to the U.S. Treasury................................. Other borrowed money.... ................ ....... ................................... Mortgage indebtedness and obligations under capitalized leases........................................................... Bank’s liability on acceptances executed and outstanding Subordinated notes and debentures......................... Other liaoihties Total liabilities............................................................................ Limited-life preferred stock and related surplus.___ _______ 85,135 8,648 76,487 0•0• o• i ,672 -0• 0 0 536 87,343 0 — EQUITY CAPITAL — Perpetual preferred stock and related surplus.... —......... Common stock. ......... .......... . ...... ..................................... ....... ■01,600 Surplus............ ............... Undivided profits and capital reserves ....................................... LESS: Net unrealized loss on marketable equity secunties Total equity capital................................................... ............ .... Losses deferred pursuant to 12 U.S.C 1823®............—.............. Total equity capital and losses deferred pursuant to 3,400 4,027 173 11.200 0 12U.SC 1823®.......................................... -......................... 11 JOO Total liabthbes, limited-life preferred stock, equity capital and losses deferred pursuant to 12 U.S C. 1823® ............. 98,543 Memo Deposits of State of Michigan SO Interested persons who wish to present their views may do so by at­ tending the public hearing, or by sending written comments to the Village Hall at the aforementioned address All information relative to this request may be reviewed at the Village Hail located at 100 East Mam Street, during normal business hours Village of Middleville Planning Commission Dated April 12, 1994 Statement of Resources and Liabilities (W7) I. GEOAGE EDGAR, EXECUTIVE VICE-PRESIDENT of the above named bank do hereby deciare that thta report of condition hae boon prepared in conformance witfi the applicable netructoee. and is tree to the best of my knowledge and belief GEORGE EDGAR We the undenupned directors. attest the oermetnesa of lh*s report of condibow and declare that M has beer eeamtned by us and to the best of our knowledge and bode* has been prepared m conformance wtdi the appheatde instructions and ts true and correct HAROLD J GLES8 DR JAMES BRICKER Directors STEVEN C WIERSUM �Page 16 I The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml / April 19, 1994 Honors keep coming for longtime TK tennis coach When Larry Seger first came lo Middleville 25-plus years ago and began coaching the boys' tennis team, there was no girls' tennis program. But Seger, who didn’t even play tennis in high school, and learned the game in col­ lege. accepted the new posi­ tion of girls' coach in 1974. Little did he know then that more than 20 years later, be­ cause of his his commitment to both boys' and girls' tennis and all the work with clinics, leagues and tournaments, he would be nominated and in­ ducted into the Michigan High .School Tennis Coaches Hall of Fame. More recently, Seger was nominated as the National High School Tennis Coach of the Year The accolades arc a long way from what started as a struggling team from a little school on the outskirts of a big city. "There was no girls' tennis program at the time in Mid­ dleville,*' Seger said, "but I decided lo take a shot al it.** In the fall of 1974, the girls' tennis team won no games and finished dead last in the O-K Blue Conference. "Some of the girls who came out for (he team had never even held a racket be- fore," Seger said. "I had to teach them everything about the game.” Despite the less than auspi­ cious stan, the next year the girls did better, winning four dual meets and finishing fifth in the conference. Like the boys' team, which had started its first two years under Seger with losing records, the girls' team would surprise everyone but Seger by finishing (he third season 9-6 and taking second in the conference standings. The boys' team, under Seger's tutelege had 3-10 record in the 1969 season and was 8-9 the next year Since 1970, the boys haven't registered a losing season record and have totaled 278 wins and 97 losses. Since 1976, the third year of the girls program, the team has a 199-39 record, eight un­ defeated dual match seasons including a 30-0 run in the past three campaigns With the four wins in 1975, Seger went over the 200-win mark last fall with his girls team. In all, the tennis teams in the Thornapple-Kellogg school district have run up a 481-152 overall record and have garnered Seger 20 confcrence championships. Thornapple Roofing & Siding Vinyl Siding Replacement Windows Free Estimates Licensed Builder 795-2039 Larry Seger, left, going into Ns 26th year of coacNng boys tennis and winner of innumeral awards, considers each of his players as having potential and insists they play to the best of their ability and tries to get them to improve in every match Here he talks with a member of this season's team Brad Bedford. But all the impressive num­ bers. facts and statistics come back to one person — the coach. Seger was a track man in high school and never saw his future in holding the reigns of tennis powerhouse like Mid­ dleville. "Back when I started, it was considered a step down for a man to coach a girls' team," Seger said, recalling his first day as the girls' coach. "On the first day of school the girls' physical education teacher quit and the athletic director offered me the job. "I met the team the first night and they weren't ready for a meet." Seger said, "so we postponed our first two duals." Instead of whipping the team into a frenzy and berat­ ing the poor play, Seger said he set goals for the girls. He said the team worked hard, and despite the winless season, kept a good attitude through the year. Over the next four years the coach kept the team working from mid-March through mid­ October and four years later, the team won its first confer­ ence championship. The team would score its first unde­ feated season in its fifth year and become known as a force to be reckoned with when in its sixth season it again went undefeated. The boys' team would match the girls with its first undefeated season in 1978, going 16-0. but by then the boys had run up eight winning seasons and four conference championships. "I felt that every group played up to its potential," Seger said. "They didn't see me giving up on them, no matter how bad they were, so they didn't give up either. They seemed to enjoy the challenge of trying to keep up the (winning) record of the years before them." In all, Seger's teams have trol of whatever they do," made it to state competition Seger said. "Everyone who eight times with the girls hav­ plays and realizes this are ing their best finish of fourth special and most are success­ in 1978 and the boys taking ful at whatever they do." For his dedication to tennis, fifth in 1979. the tennis courts in Mid­ Seger said tennis is a posi­ dleville were named after him tive sport for young people. recently. He has run a summer tennis It was another accolade program for 17 years in Mid­ heaped upon the coach who's dleville. an inner-city more interested in developing program in Grand Rapids for a student/athlete’s attitude, three years to give kids inter­ bearing, physical ability, con­ ested in tennis a chance to fidence and tennis talents, play, and up to eight tennis than winning personal leagues for the past 12 years. awards. "There is so much more for All the awards Seger has an athlete to learn besides been given and all the posi­ what goes on in the class­ tions he's filled, like league room." he said. "On the court, commissioner, tournament a player is judged, not only director and clinic manager, how well he or she plays, but all relate back to the first year how well they play on the of his coaching the girls' team team and work with the other and even further to the boys’ athletes on the team." team. It was then that he took a He said though it may be just one player against handful of players who had another on the court, he earned little or no respect in teaches and encourages his the conference and little athletes to support the other knowledge of the scoring and members of the team during playing of the game, and in­ the matches and to work to­ stilled in them a lot of reflect for themselves. He worked gether in warmups. Another indication of the hard "but the kids worked harder to make themselves a impact Seger has made is that 52 have signed up for the 12 good team." Seger, is married to Linda spots on the varsity girls' ten­ nis team in 1994. and has two children. Erin a "I've tried to use this sophomore and Brian, a sev­ (tennis) to show all the enth-grader. Both attend players that they are in con- Thornapple Kellogg schools. . Letterheads j'j AL Business Cards | _ Envelopes Brochures Wedding Invitations MORE Quality Printing at Affordable Prices! Call 945-9554 • or stop by 1952 N Broadway (M-43) J tofc £ Lawn Care & Maintenance Equipment B n- t Ro||ers • • • • Exceptional PERFORMANCE The Model 1620 compact diesel tractor com­ bines the convenience of a hydrostatic transmis­ sion with the power of a 27-hp engine This combination gives you exceptional performance and maneuverability Stop by soon and take a look! 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ROTARY DIAL CUSTOMERS * you have rotary service with your local phor« co but have a touch tone phone, you con still com Tnjr-cate with rrus system by dialing tn© number above tnen after four call ts answered switch tne paseflone switch to tone and you re ready to begin recorckng �PaQe 18 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / April 19, 1994 3rd inning ‘wake*up call’ for Caledonia gives Scots Hamilton tourney victory "It was the furthest ball hit in my eight-year career of coaching," said Caledonia varsity baseball coach John Klunder. "It went between 400 and 450 feet. Chris Moore murdered it and that woke us up." The two-run blast off Mcxxc s bat also knocked the Fighting Scots out of the lethargy the team had fallen into in the first two innings of the championship game against Hamilton, in Satur­ day's tournament there. The Scots fought back to win the championship game 7-5 and win the Hamilton tourney for the third time in four years The ScxXs had beaten Alle­ gan 12-1 in the first game, in a mercy-rule shortened game, while Hamilton defeated Al­ lendale. Moore was the jack-of-alltrades as he was also on the mound and scattered six hits in his 4 2/3 innings, striking out five, to record his first win of the season. Bob An­ derson came in for the save. Hot man at the plate was Clarence Fuller who went 35 and scored a run. Anderson and Todd Hock both had a pair of RBIs, with Hoek knocking in a pair on a fielder's choice, when a Hamilton infielder failed to lake out the lead runner and went for the out instead. In the first game against Allegan, Anderson "pitched the best game Fvc ever seen him pitch," Klunder said. Anderson pitched a onehitter with nine strike outs in the five-inning game. He's now 1-0 on the mound with one save. The Scots jumped with both feet all over Allegan pitching tn the first inning when they scored four runs The team scored one more in the second and third and two more in the fourth. David Uyl added insult to injury with the bases loaded in the fifth. The Scots football stand­ out stood out on the diamond as he put a long ball into the cheap seats for his first grand slam of the season. This was after he had hit a single and a double in the game. Matt Barr had a pair of doubles and an RBI and Matt Neely had a single and a double and an RBI. The mercy rule was in­ voked in the fifth. The rule ends the game if one team is ahead by 10 runs. In a double header against Middleville to open the sea­ son for the Scots, the Caledo­ nia team took two from Mid­ dleville, Thursday, taking the first 11-1 in five innings and 8-5 in the second. The second game went four innings and was stopped because of darkness Uyl was the winning pitcher in the first game for his first victory of the season, giving up four hits, walking four and striking out four. Dwight Wade was the los­ ing pitcher for the Trojans. The Scots scored three in the first, third and fifth and two in the fourth to get the mercy rule invoked. Uyl had two doubles and an RBI, Barr had a homer, a double and an RBI and Matt Lieske had a single, a double and two RBI "Lieske also had a key double play in the third with Adam Gall to help the team defensively." Klunder said. "Jason Pierce and Paul Min­ der also did an excellent job in the outfield." In the nightcap. Neely got the start and the win on the mound with Gall picking up his first save of the season. Middleville was up 1-0 in the first and were threatening in the second before the Scots defense worked its way out of the bind. The Scots were aided in the third with five walks by T-K pitching and scored six, which was the difference in the game. Klunder said. Neely and Hoek both crossed the plate twice for scores and Pat Stegeman, Fuller and Uyl each had hits for the team The Fighting Scots are 4-0 this season. Bob's Service Shop 610 S. Wellman Road Nashville, Ml G oiig Out Of Business Sale starts promptly at 9 a.m. Tues., April 19 Senior pitcher Chris Moore is greeted by Coledonio teommotes offer he hit o critical home run in the Hamilton tournament. Statewide public seminar on autoimmunity Autoimmunity, which af­ fects more than 50 million Americans and is the underly­ ing cause of over 80 diseases, including Lupus, multiple sclerosis, vasculitis, scleroderma and Grave’s disease, will be the focus when the American Autoim­ mune Related Diseases Association (AARDA) and Sinai Hospital of Detroit co­ sponsor a public seminar on Sunday. May I. from I to 4:30 p.m. at Sinai Hospitals Zuckerman Auditorium. 6767 West Outer Drive. Detroit. The program is free and open to the public Speakers will include Dr. Eva Feldman. Department of Neurology. University of Michigan, “Autoimmune Neuromuscular Disease”; Dr. Steven Rabinowe, Chief of Medicine. Sinai Hospital of Detroit. “Polyglandular Autoimmune Disease”; Virginia Ladd. AARDA president and executive direc­ tor, “Changes in the Health Care System: What You Need to Know ”; and Dr. Jay Levinson, Department of Gastroenterology, Sinai Hospital of Detroit, "Diagnosis and Treatment of Crone’s and Ulcerative Colitis.’’ The American Autoimmune Related Diseases Association is a national nonprofit health care agency committed to in­ itiating a collaborative effort among local, state, and na­ tional volunteer health agen­ cies to address the problem of autoimmunity. For more information on the seminar or a free packet of information on autoimmune diseases, contact the American Autoimmune Related Diseases Association. Michigan National Hank Building. 15475 Gratiot. Detroit. Michigan 48205. or call (313) 371 8600 Dykstra’s Preferred Poured Walls, Inc. • Poured basement walls • Flatwork . • Farm work ' ROB DYKSTRA, Owner 10698 Finkbeiner Rd. Middleville 795-7674 • HELP WANTED • FACTORY WORK • AVAILABLE • •ASSEMBLY • PLASTIC INJECTION • MACHINE OPERATORS Trim Press. Punch Press, Spot Weld, etc. •STACK/INSPECT PARTS Many new openings daily! Most are very long term with good potential for hire. Overtime may be required. Job sites near the Kent County Airport, by Division and 36th St. and in South Grand Rapids Apply 8-11 am or 1-3:30 pm Weekdays with 2 pieces of 1.0. 507 36th St.. 8.E. 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CASH or BANK CARDS PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on May 9, 1994, at 7:00 p.m. the Village Council of the Village of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan 49316, con­ cerning a proposed schedule of rates of C-TEC Cable Systems of Michigan, Inc. for the basic tier of cable television services and associated equipment, and for basic cable television service within the Village. The proposed schedule of basic cable television service rates and related information (except those parts which may be withheld as proprietary) are available for inspection or copying at the offices of the Village of Caledonia, 250 South Maple Street, within the Village, during normal business hours. All interested persons may submit written comments on or objections to the proposed basic cable television rate schedule and may attend the public hearing. 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Main St. • 891-8108 W CALEDONIA- Monday thru Friday 7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.; Saturday 7:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. �Page 20 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I April 19, 1994 Call for Classifieds ... < E • 795-3345 Rates: 5 words for $2.75 then KT per word. If you pay in advance, you save 50* billing charge. Deadline is Friday at 4:00 p.m. J Antiques & Collectible^ ALLEGAN ANTIQUE MARKET Sunday, April 24. Featuring 300 exhibiton, diaplaying over one million antiques First show of 1994. Show rain or shine as we offer seven covered buildings 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Located at the Fairgrounds, right in Alle­ gan, Mich. $3.00 admission. Business Services BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment. BOAT DOCKS now stocking a complete line of Tommy Dock system. Durkee Lumber, Alto, $68-4026.__________________ GYMNASTICS IN MOTION offering pre-school through advanced classes, all ages. 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Mgr* Sun IXr* J30 pm to *030 pm M S Set 3 30 pm to *2 am 9790 CHERRY VALLEY, M-37 - CALEDONIA � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/704/SunandNews_1994-04-26.pdf 1d41c5d2af25abe6c72b1176d62e9e89 PDF Text Text ’Yjostaob ^in9i, HI. 49058 Middleville and Caledonia Areas No. 13 I April 26, 1994 Middleville. Michigan 49333 124th Year Top 10 students in Class of ’94 announced The top 10 students of the Class of 1994 at Thomappie Kellogg High School have been announced Principal Henry Dugan said he is pleased with the high academic standards set by the young men and women and their total involvement in all phases of school life, academic and co-cumcular. Joshua Parker, son of Dan and Linda Parker. 3770 Bender Road, Middlville. leads the seniors with a 3.945 grade point average. He has majors in English, mathematics, computer science, science and social studies He has a minor in Spanish Parker competed for two years on the national level in the American Computer Science League competitions. He has spent three years in this organization. He also par ticipated in Science Olympiad for two years and took part m National Close-Up his junior year. In his senior year. Parker is a Student Council rcprescn tative. National Honor Socie­ ty President and in Future Problem Solving. Athletically he has four years of soccer, two years of basketball and one year of track to his credit. Parker is a member of a youth group, a youth choir and works at McDonald’s in his after school hours. Massachusetts Institute of Technology or the University Joshua Parker Kendra Weatherhead Meagan Middleton Sarah Beute James Ramey Michell Wellman of Illinois is his choice for col­ lege. He will study computer science. Kendra Wcatherhead, daughter of James and Diane Weatherhead, 10930 Her­ mitage Point. Middleville, has a 3.941 grade point average. She has majors in English, mathematics and science, and a minor in social studies. Weatherhead is a three-year member of the National Honor Society and a four-year member of the Student Coun­ cil. Three years of jazz band displayed her musical ability. Four years of varsity tennis and soccer rounded out her high school years. She was an all-conference pick all four years in tennis, and served as tennis tri-captain in her senior year. Weatherhead is a member of a youth group. She plans to attend a Michigan State University in the pre-med program, with the goal of becoming a psychiatrist. Gary and Allison Middleton are the parents of Meagan Carla Ploeg Amy Missad Middleton, 130 Barlow Lake, Middleville, who has a 3.882 grade point average, with ma­ jors in English, math, science, and computers, and minors in accounting and social studies. A three-year member of National Honor Society, she served as its treasurer in her senior year. Four years of volleyball, three years of ten- Carrita Ingersoll nis and two years of softball kept her busy athletically. Outside of school hours, Middleton has worked at Pastoor’s Family Market, ad vancing to the position of cashier. Accounting or a position in the field of business is her See Top 10 on page 2 Proposal would fund fire, police protection TK Superintendent Garrett Caledonia Twp. to seek to retire June 30 millage for Twp. services by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Thornapple Kellogg School Superintendent Steve Garren has notified the school board that he will be leaving the district earlier than originally expected, on June 30. He will begin training for his new position with First of Michigan Corporation When Garrett announced his intent R>ns in February to retire, he and the school board agreed to a contract extension naming Dec 31 as his last dav However, they had agreed that either party could leave sooner with 30 days’ notice. "1 let the board know as soon as I knew so that the search for a new superinten deni could be stepped up. ‘ Garrett explained. “1 had no idea that things would move this quickly for me." Garrett is retiring from school administration work after 30 years, but. ’this new positRvn in not a retirement for me " His new career will be deal­ ing tn general securities, bonds. and public finances (the area that interests him most). After about four months of Steve Garrett intense training. Garrett will be based out of Grand Rapids “I don’t think I’ll set the world on fire financially, but this is something I've wanted to do." he said Garrett had sold insurance before and has had to deal with these type of issues as a school superintendent Ln fact, as superintendent of Coleman Community Schools, he worked with First of Michigan when the district built a new high school I tend to want to help peo­ ple." Garrett explained. And 1 want to work with them one on one. " Garrett also is looking for­ ward to building his own clientele and being very independent. "Another nice thing is that with my retirement. I can do this because 1 want to, not because I have to." Garrett plans to invest at least five years in his new career. “You don't just walk away from something you’ve devoted 30 years of your life to." he explains, "without missing it But I’m ap­ proaching this new challenge with enthusiasm'" Another benefit for Garren and his wife. Deanna, is that they can continue to live in their Middlesilk area home Since Garrett’s notification, the board has speeded up the search process for a new superintendent The Michigan Association of School Boards, which is conducting the superintendent search, will hold a public forum at 7.30 p.m Monday. May 2. al the high school library The board hopes to have the new superintendent hired by July 15 by Barbara Gall Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Board will ask voter approval for a six-year, two-mill levy dedicated to funding police and fire protection services. A separate request, also for six years, will seek an addi­ tional half mill for township services and road improve­ ments. This levy also would help alleviate the loss of $70,000 in annual township revenue resulting from the re­ cent passage of the Proposal A state tax reform bill. Both proposals will go be­ fore township voters in the August primary. The two-mill emergency service levy would net the township an estimated $368,000. which would pay for a Kent County Sheriffs car to patrol the township and village for a 16-hour shift each day. In 1993, it cost $160,000 for a 16-hour shift, and township officials believe costs for police protection probably will increase this year. Caledonia presently docs not fund any township or vil­ lage police. A Kent County Sheriffs "district car” is the only police in the area. It pa­ trols Caledonia and two neighboring townships, with backup from the sheriffs de­ partment on call for emergen­ cies. Caledonia Township for­ merly shared the cost of an additional patrol car with Gaines Township, but dropped that service because of a shortage in operating funds. The two mills also will fund the Caledonia Fire Department, presently budgeted for $100,000 of the township's general operation funds. The fire department budget does not, however, provide for extra money to train and equip new firemen at a cost of $3,000 to $5,000 for each firefighter, nor does it include any funds for updating and purchasing new equipment. The department needs a new fire truck, which could cost $150,000, and the board See Millogo on pogo 2 ___ In This Issue.... • McDonald’s to open May 4 • Caledonia Twp. puts district Library proposal on ballot • Caledonia Planning Commission recommends renewal for VerMeulen PMR �Page 2 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I April 26, 1994 Top 10 Continued from page 1____________________________ ______ —---------------------------------- —— goal She will pursue this at either Grand Rapid1? Com­ munity College, Western Michigan University or Grand Valley State University. Carla Ploeg. daughter of Ivan and Gladys Ploeg, 4949 Johnson Road. Middleville, has a 3 864 grade point average. She has majors in English, mathematics, science and social studies. Minors are in business and computers A three-year National Honor Society member, Ploeg also has been honored athletically as the Channel 13 and ESPN Student Athlete of the Week She lettered three times in basketball and served her team as captain for two years She won all-conference honors two years and all­ county honors for three years. During the winter months volleyball took her interest She lettered for three years in vol Icy hall, serving as the team captain for two years. She was also awarded all conference for three years, all-area, and all-state third team in volleyball, Spring tune brought track activities, where she lettered for four years and served as team captain. Five all­ conference and four al I-slate awards proved her abilities in track and field She has been the Slate Class B long jump champion for three years and is a member of the Class B champion mile relay team Ploeg has been busy in the community as well. She has been a member of a youth group for several years and has donated tune as a Pennock Hospital junior volunteer For two years, she has worked at the Middle Villa after school Phone 795-3345 for Sun & News Action Ads! hours. She will attend Central Michigan University where she will major tn special education and be a member of the volleyball team Bruce and Barbara Lewis are the parents of Jennifer Lewis. 304 Charles Street. Middleville, who has a 3.351 grade point average, with ma­ jors in mathematics. English, science, computer science. Spanish and social studies Lewis has been active for three years in the National Honor Society , three years in Quiz Bowl, four years in forensics, and two years m Future Problem Solvers. She participated in the American Computer Science League na tional competition m 1993 and competed for two years in Science Olympiad This fall will find her at the University of Michigan, ma­ joring in computer science Sarah Bcute. daughter of Arthur and Linda Beute. 2800 Yankee Springs Road. Mid­ dleville. has a 3.834 grade point average She has majors in mathematics music. English science and social studies, and a minor in computers Beute is a three-year member of National Honor Society, and has served as its secretary in her senior year She has also held the secretary position for the Class of 1994 during her senior year She has been especially ac­ tive musically. She has par ticipated in four musical pro duct ions, in marching and symphonic band for four years, and in choir for three years. Leadership has been shown in band, as she served as a flute section leader for two years and in choir, where she served as a soprano sec­ tion leader for two yean and as student director m her senior year The DARE program benefited from Rente’s donated time. For two years she has performed in the Western Michigan University Honors Choir Four years of golf rounded out her high school years She earned all-conference honorable mention in her sophomore and junior years. Outside of school hours finds her busy as well. She has donated time as a volunteer at Pennock Hospital, worked part time at Boomtown Sound and Video, and sang in “Lovelight,” a Christian youth choir Beute wishes to enter the medical field and will attend either Grand Valley State University or Grand Rapids Community College to prepare for her career. James Ramey , son of Bill and Diane Ramey. 794 Bassett Lake Road. Mid­ dleville. has a 3.816 grade point average. He has excell­ ed in his majors of mathematics. English, science and drafting, and a minor in social studies Ramey has played varsity baseball in his sophomore and senior years He also is a three-year member of the Na­ tional Honor Society He plans to spend the next two years studying at Grand Rapids Community College before moving on to Lawrence Technological University in Southfield, where he plans to pursue a Happy 60s to meet May 2 The Caledonia Happy 60 Club will meet at noon Mon­ day. May 2. in the Caledonia Community Education building for a potluck, follow­ ed by bingo Those planning to attend are asked to bring a their table service, a dish to and a $1 gift for bingo. The next Happy meeting is scheduled for 6. Call 698-6335 information own pass 60s June for master's degree in architecture. MicheU Wellman has a 3.81 grade point average. Her parents are Arlene and James Staeven, "'645 Parmalee Road. Middleville and Jeffrey Wellman of Grand Rapid* She has majors in English, mathematics, com­ puter science, science and social studies, and a minor in Spanish Wellman is a three-year member of the National Honor Society and served as Student Council represen­ tative for her class in her sophomore and senior years Being a football cheerleader for three years and a basket­ ball cheerleader for one year completed her high school activities. Outside of school hours, she is a member of the Holy Family Catholic Church. She was a member of the TK Swim Club in her sophmore year, and has worked part time for three years. Wellman is one of only a few TK students who are at­ tending Grand Rapids Com­ munity College under a dual enrollment plan allowing high school students to receive col­ lege credit during their high school years. She attend* an Accounting I class' after school hoprs in thi* progra r Wellman plans to attend the Honors . College at Grand Valley State Umversit\ or Western Michigan Universi­ ty. She will pursue a degree in the field of business James and Janet Missad are the parents of Amy Missad. 636 Bowens Mill Road. Mid­ dleville. who has a 3.752 grade point average with ma jors in mathematics. English, science and social studies She has minors in computers and accounting. Four years of varsity golf, four years of volleyball and four years of symphonic and marching band are some of her accomplishments. A three-year member of the Na tional Honor Society , she has also been the flag corps cap­ tain for the band, and volunteered time in the DARE program. She received all conference honorable mention honors in golf for two years Missad is planning to attend Michigan State University in the fall, majoring in business. Carrita Ingersoll, daughter of Wayne and Noreen Inger­ soll. 7548 Garbow Road. Middleville, has a 3.73 grade point average. Her majors are mathematics, science. English, social studies and music. She has a computer minor. A three-year member of the National Honor Society, she has served as its vice president in her senior year. She is TK's DAR recipient and has served the Class of 1994 as its presi­ dent for four years Two years of first chair leadership added to her responsi bill ties as a four-year jazz band member. She also played in the pit orchestra for a school musical Ingersoll was active athletically as well, having spent two years in soft ball, two years in volleyball and four years in varsity ten­ nis In tennis, she was a tncaptain, and named aliconference and all-conference honorable mention Ingersoll's outside activities include being a student leader in her church's youth group. She also holds down a part time job She is undecided as to a career choice and a college choice. Millage Continued from page 1 also would like to begin set­ ting aside money for a future fire station on the northeast side of the township. "The fire department has been operating on a lean bud­ get, and it would not be realis­ tic to expect it to keep operat­ ing that way and still be able to meet the needs of this growing area," said Township Supervisor Tom Garbow. He pointed out that the Fire Chiefs Association recom­ mended in a 1989 study that the department should have a full-time fire chief once the department begins making 200 runs a year. The Caledona firemen have made more than 200 runs a year for the last two years, and, while the Township Fire Commission does not recom­ mend a full-time chief yet, Garbow said he questions how long the department can keep operating efficiently without one. Salary and benefits for a full-time fire chief would probably total $50,000 a year, he said. "So even though at first glance, it mijht look like "fat" is in there, that extra money could be easily eaten up right away," he said of the two-mill request. Garbow told those attending last weeks Township Board meeting that both the Township Future Growth Committee and Fire Commission have discussed finances and support the millage request. "This is not just something the board thought up on its own." he said. To show its support, the Caledonia Village Council also has agreed to pay 20 per­ cent of the cost of police pro­ tection The board discussed asking for less than two mills for the emergency services, but de­ cided that limiting the millage io just six years would allow for timely adjustment if more than enough money w as being collected. "I don't want to cut it too close," said Township Board Trustee Gordon Jousma. "I think it’s better to come up with a cushion...The fire department's needs will never end." Members of the public at­ tending the meeting also backed adequately funding police and fire protection, and voiced their support of the millage request. "It's almost an embarrass­ ment that we don’t have any police protection out here," said resident Don Jakel of the Future Growth Committee. Referring to the recommen­ dation of that committee, he said, "We feel these are essential services, and everyone was unanimous that this funding is needed to provide residents these services." The Future Growth Com­ mittee first recommended the 2.5-mill levy last month, after studying the needs of the township. That group sug­ gested two mills be requested to fund the emergency ser­ vices. Noting the deteriorating condition of many area roads, the committee then suggested the additional half-mill for road improvement and "un­ derfunded" township services. Two mills would cost the owner of a home valued at $100,000 about $100 a year for the increased emergency services. The additional half mill would cost that same homeowner about $25 a year. "That homeowner would be paying less than $10 a month to adequately protect his or her family, home and perhaps even his business," com­ mented Township Treasurer Ruth DeVries. "For another $2 a month, that resident also would get road improvement and better services from the township government." We May Be Able To Reduce Your Health Insurance Costs We Offer A Variety of Health Insurance Plans • Major Medical Plans • Short Term Major Medical Plan • Medicare Supplement For Individuals, Families and Employee Group* American Community H STAUFFER & WIGGERS Mutual Insurance Company HOOW ON<« - l~OTk4 INSURANCE AGENCY Call us fen a quote for all of your insurance needs. • Auto • Life • Health • Home • Business • Investment Caledonia Village Centre 9365 Cherry Valley Avenue Caledonia, Ml 49316 891-9294 - �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I April 26. 1994 / Page 3 | Obituaries James (J.D.) GrinnelL--------------------HASTINGS - James (JU.) Grinnell, 70, of Hastings, passed away Tuesday. April 19th at Pennock Hospital Mr Grinnell was bom on June 5, 1923, at Stoneville, South Dakota the son of Floyd and Thera (Johnson) Grinnell. He was raised in Freeport, and attended Freeport High School, graduating in 1943. He was married to Marie J. Nash on May 9, 1949 in Freeport. He was employed at Brad­ ford White Corporation and retired after 26 years. Mr. Grinnell was a veteran of World War II. He enjoyed the friendship of many. He always enjoyed the outdoors, fishing, and a good game of cards Preceding him in death were his parents and a brother Alden Grinnell Surviving are his wife. Marie J. Grinnell; daughter. Sharon (John) Neal of Holt; son, Darrell Gnnnell of Hast­ ings; two grandsons, Jacob and Benjamin Neal; sisters. Caro­ line (Jerry) Penny of Florida, Vivian (Donald) Carpenter of Battle Creek, Marilyn (Mike) Kidder of Hastings; brother, Randall (Glenna) Grinnell of Joshua, Texas, one sister-inlaw, Carol Erb of Freeport; many nieces and nephews, and close friends. Funeral services were held Friday, April 22, 1994 at the Beeler Funeral Chapel with Reverend Philip L. Brown of Hastings United Methodist Church officiating. Interment at Bowne Center Cemetery, Alto Memorial contributions may be made to TB, Emphyse­ ma and Health Association of Barry County. Cheryl Louise Flessner. LAKE ODESSA - Cheryl Louise Flessner, infant daught­ er of Douglas and Susan Fless­ ner of Lake Odessa passed away Monday. April 18. 1994 at St Lawrence Hospital, 1 arising Surviving besides her parents arc one brother, Matth­ ew; grandparents. LeRoy and Joyce Flessner of Woodland. Jane Appleman of Port Huron; great grandfather, James Lind­ say of Port Huron; aunts, Herbert J. Phillips CHARLOTTE - Herbert J. Phillips, 79, passed away on Saturday April 23, 1994 at his residence in Charlotte after an extended illness. He was born in Walton Township on June 10, 1914, the third son of Thomas G. and Lena M. (Bradley) Phillips. Mr. Phillips graduated from Olivet College in 1937, major­ ing in musk education. He was a member of Kappa Sigma Alpha fraternity and served as its President He began his teaching career at Portland High School in 1937. Mr. Phillips served in the United States Army from 1942-1945 resuming his teach­ ing career in 1946. He went on to teach music and direct bands in Middleville and Charlotte for 39 years until his retirement in 1976. In 1987 he received the Distinguished Alumi Award from the Olivet College Alumni Association celebrating his over 50 years of loyal association with Olivet College. 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Memorial contributions may be made to the Lakewood United Methodist Church, envelopes available at the funeral home. Arrangements by Koops Funeral Chapel, Lake Odessa Dairy herds in Michigan produced 475 million pounds of milk during March, up 9 million pounds from a year ago. according to the Federal/State Michigan Agricultural Statistics Service. Milk per cow averaged 1,400 pounds, increasing 30 pounds from a year ago. The Michigan dairy herd was estimated at 339,000 head. 1,000 fewer than last March. The preliminary value of milk was $13.80 per hun­ dredweight (cwt.) in March. $1 40 more than last year and 10 cents more than in February. Mid-month March slaughter cow prices averaged $49.30 per cwt . $1 60 more than the previous year. Milk in the 21 major slates totaled 11.0 billion pounds, 1 percent less than production in these same stales tn March 1993. Production averaged 1.374 pounds per cow for March. 21 pounds more (han March 1993. The number of cows on farms w as 8.0 million head. 175.000 head less than March 1993 and 20.000 less than February 1994 Dairy manufacturing plants in Michigan produced 1.7 million pounds of butler in February . 3 pen.ent more than a year ago fce cream output totaled 14 million gallons. 15 percent more than last February Eaton County Association for Retired Teachers having served both as its director and president. He was a member of the First Congregational Church, United Church of Christ, Charlotte, singing it its choir for many years. Mr. Phillips was preceded in death by a brother and sisterin-law, Robert and Jane Phillips. He is survived by brother and sister-in-law, Lester and Matilda Phillips of Redlands, California; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Funeral services were held on Monday, April 25, 1994 at the First Congregational Church UCC, Charlotte with Reverend Peter Brenner and Reverend William Colson offi­ ciating. Interment in the Maple Hill Cemetery. Memorial contributions are suggested to the First Congre­ gational Church Sanctuary Choir or the Eaton Community Hospice. Letter to the Editor Police handling of gun incident unsatisfactory To the editor: My children were involved in the event where a man pull­ ed a gun out at a group of neighborhood children. My children came running in my house. screaming and wide-eyed They told me that a man had drawn a gun tw them. After getting details from my children. I stepped over to the neighbor s yard where the children and parents were gathering I was informed that another parent had called the police. When the police arrived they spoke to two of the children. The police didn’t speak to me or my children I felt as if the police had ig­ nored us. The following day. this same man cornered several of the children. The children say he yelled at them for getting him in trouble. We again phoned the police to let them know this man was now har rassing our children I was told by the police chief this man has the right to harass our kids, and the only way to stop him was to get a restraining order. I was in­ formed that the police felt this matter was sufficiently settled and that we now had only a "social problem” and (hat wasn't their job. In my opinion. this man has not used good judgement and we don't feel secure that be is not a danger to our children I feel that if there is any trouble with my children, my neighbor should come speak to me. The police inferred to the children that the gun was a broom with a scope on it I feel that the man had no right to lake any weapon against our children, whether it be a broom iw a gun. We have approached the Ci­ ty Council and asked that the police set a meeting between this man and several parents of ther children The police informed us that this man declined the request for a meeting This situation is not resolved at all We are very dissatisfied with the handling of this situa­ tion by the police. And the rude way in which we were treated is unacceptable Kim Mixircd Middleville �Page 4 / The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml I April 26. 1994 Neighbors with NORMA VELDERMAN Johnny came home from the hospital today. Wednesday He was in with congrcMivc heart failure No strokes — he went in before those things happened Thanks to be God He will have to be on medicine for the rest of his life, but most of us our age or older are on something. Boy. life just wasn't the same and it seems so good to have him home I received my notice from the Leader Dog School and I am rescheduled for July 10 to Aug 4 I am so grateful to God for all my blessings I had a wonderful surprise phone call yesterday from Ronnie (can't remember her last name, but she is Doris Squire s daughter) She is here visiting her mom and had a wonderful visit. Then she came here to get some pussywillow cuttings to take back to her farm near Huston. Texas She is much more at peace and just loves her rented small ranch with the cows and horses She also t<x>k back two of her mom's pigmy goats It was so good to see her and know life is so much hap­ pier and peaceful She is such a gifted person and has found a real use for her life with her richness in her grandchildren. Her small ranch gives her peace to walk on it Spring is always my best time to recharge my spiritual bat teries When old friends look sou up. you feel so rich and blessed ' Russ Bender said that daughter Mary an Tim came to visit him and tell him all about their college 10-week stay in Syndey. Australia. She said that she would love to live there if 1 wasn't so far from all her family Virginia Root said that she attended the senior citizens meeting at the V.F.W. Mildred Haley had a very original bingo game She had all of the cards face up and when they had the card called they would turn it over. Then if you had won a prize, so­ meone else who wanted it could take it away from you when they won. There was a great deal of fun and laughter En Van Sickle is a very pro­ ud grandparent Shelley and David now have a son. Joshua David Mother and son are doing well. Betty Newman and Florence Fiala attended the annual Hospital Auxiliary Banquet. Wednesday. Apnl 20. Rose Morgan said that Ken is remodeling their travel trailer They will have a nicer trailer when they do all their fishing and summer camping We'll visit with you next week. TK superintendent search begins soon The Thomapple Kellogg Board of Education has selected the Michigan Association of School Boards to conduct the search for the district's new superintendent. Residents of the district are encouraged to participate in the process by attending an open forum conducted by MASB consultant Kara F Funk Monday. May 2. at 7:30 p.m. at the TK High School library. Funk will provide an over­ view of the search process and receive ideas from community members on the catena to be used in evaluating candidates. For those unable to attend, a letter or card listing ideas and viewpoints about charactenstks and competen­ cies of a supenntendent may be sent either to Funk, direc­ tor of supenntendent search. Michigan Association of School Boards. 421 W. Kalamazoo. Lansing. Mich. 48933 or to Jan Siebesma. president of the Thomapple Kellogg Board of Education. 6075 Cherry Valley Road. Middleville. 49333-9723. Call for Classifieds—Ph. 795-3345 LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church —■ Serving a Living Lord SUNDAY....... 9 45 a m . 11 00 a m A 6 00 p.m WEDNESDAY.......................... Family Fellowthip Prayer A Bible Study 7:00 p.m 7240 60th Street, SE — Caledonia 2 mile* east of M-37 Pastor. Rev Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor. Darrel L Schrock Music, Jeffery C. Vander Heide CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH A church with a caring heart for our community and the world Sunday Services...... 9:30 a m. & 6.00 p.m. M-37 at 100th St., Caledonia, Ml Church Office: (616) 891-1512 Rev. Gerald Van Oyen Al Tiemeyer Community Calling FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville Bruce N. Stewart, Pastor Lee Taylor, Assistant Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Wonhip Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid Week Prayer Word of Life Club* 9:45 11:00 6:00 6:45 6:45 a.m. a.m. p.m. p.m. p.m. WELCOME TO Pastor Mark Beers Pastor Scott Taylor Reaching People With Christ Rev. Bernard Mulder, Pastor 868-6306 Sunday Morning Worship (Interpreted for hearing impaired)............... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School.......................................................... 11:10a.m. Sunday Evening Service............................................6:30p.m Pioneer Club (K thru 6 Gradel - Wednesday..................... 6 30 p m Prayer Meeting - Wednesday...........................7:00 p.m. Youth Fellowship - Sunday.............................. 5:00 p.m. RAY TOWNSEND. Pastor TIM DOUBLE STEIN. Director 8 30 am to 9 30 am — First Worship Service 9 30 am to 9:45 am — CoHee Fellowship 9:45 am to 10:45 am — Sunday School 10:45 am to 11:00 am — Coffee Fellowship 11:00 am to 12 00 — Second Worship Service Nursery and Childrens Church will be provided during both services "Set an eumpte In speech in Me, Hi love, in tart* and Hi puntv ." 1 Timothy 4:12 ----------------------------------------- -J------------------------------------------ 708 West Main Street Morning Worship Service............ 10 00 a m. Sunday School............................... 11:15 a m. Evening Worship Service............... 6 00 p.m. Phone 891-9259 YOU ARE INVITED Saturday Evening Mass........................... 5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass..................... 9 00 a.m. A 11.00 a m Rev Roger Timmerman. Pastor 795-3667 WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH MIDDLEVILLE and PARMELEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES 8546 Whuneyviiie Ave at 84th St *891-8661 ‘The Church ewtxxft is so^eooa ana Jesus Chnst b Lord" 111 Church Street Sunday School................................. ....9 30o.it Sunday Momtng Worshp...................... <0 30 am. Sunday Evening Wonhc....................... 600 p.m Aec Midweek Prayer 5 Boe Shjdy...... 700p m. “God Cares for You” (Elie (Did fllimr JHctl|i)dist (Church Cornerstone Wesleyan Church 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E Alto. Michigan 49302 Sunday School............... 10 00 a.m Morning Worship............11:00 a m. Evening Worship........... 6 00 p.m Wednesday Prayer Meeting/ Children's Classes 7 00 p.m. Pastor Jeffrey Lee 10:00 a_m 1100 am 6 00 p.m. Phone 795-7076 S:30 or 11:00,6:00 Children s Church. Youth Worship dunnj morning icrvues, Caraway St puppet ministry for K4th during evening lervue* Sunday School Wednesday Night “Family Night” 9:45-10:45 6:4541:15 Includes Adventure Club. Churn for Children and Adulu High School Youth Group and Adult Clawei For information call: 891-8119 St. Paul Lutheran Kraft Ave & 84th St., Caledonia, Ml. (Missouri Synod) "Be devoted to one another in brotherly love ' Rom. 12:10 First Service........................... 8 30 • m Sunday School............................ 9 45 a m. (Fellowship Coffee 9:45 a.m to 10 00 a m ) Bible Classes 10 00am Second Service 11 00am (All Services have a Nursery available) Rev. Robert Gerke Office: 891-8688 Church 891-9878 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 12200 Chef Noonday Road (at Gun Lake) Wayland, Michigan 4934M • 795-7903 Barner Free Programs for All Ages Sunday Worship |0:00 am Sunday School Wednesday 'Family NigM” 6 00 p.m (wring. PijulHc, fcr-M Rev Lynn Wagner — 795-3798 Rev Carrol! Fowler — 765-5316 Church Office Phone — 795-9266 Serv»ces — Sunday School Morning Worship Evening Worship Barner Free • M-37 between Caledonia A Middleville Sunday Worship Services Parmelee Morning Worship........... 9 30 a m Midaie/dte Sunday School............ 9 45 a m Mtoaievtne Worship...................... 11 00 am MtorJatsor ibstr $e*ejaotsan four Aastr UteuxTW Ktfcftr Meeting at the Comer of Wood School Rd. and Wing Rd. Peace Reformed Church 891-8028 MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED Rev. James Cusack Rev. Bobby Dale Whitlock Sunday School............................ 9:30 a.m.' Sun. Morning Worship.............10:30 a.m. Evening Service.......................... 6:00 p.m. Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Church School.................. 9:30 a.m. Choir Practice ................. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service.............. 10:30 a.m. 250 Vine Street Church Office 891-8669 Parsonage 891-8167 CHRISTIAN REFORMED 6201 Whitneyville Avenue LEIGHTON UNITED METHODIST Games United Brethren Church Kalamazoo Avenue at 92nd Street Caledonia Michigan Telephone 69M252 CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST LAKESIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH Rayle Ballard, Pastor - 868-6437 - The Reorganized CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST of Latter Day Saints 8146 6Mih St near Whtfneyvilk Ave. Church School, Sunday ......... 10 00 am S Morning Wonhip......11 00 a m gt/Ath^j5 Evening Worship 6 00 p m Wed Fellowship 7 30pm < m homes or church) call Pastor Lloyd DeVormer Sr. 897-7407 . �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I April 26, 1994 I Pa9e 5 to 10 for armed robbery He was paroled in June of 1992 Two months later, he and an accomplice robbed and murdered two little Caesar s employees Though judges, prosecutors and the public expect a person to serve at least the minimum sentence, good behavior in prison often begets a shortened prison term, as do other extenuating circumstances Well, the public is sick and tired of Michigan's revolving door justice system, sick and tired of reading and hearing about innocent citizens who have fallen victim to another repeat of­ fender. This week, the Michigan Senate took action that would jam the revolving door by passing truth-in-sentencing legislation. Under Senate Bills 40 and 41, violent felons would be man­ dated to serve at least their minimum sentences before being eligible for parole And, there would no longer be time off for good behavior In fact, disciplinary credits will be imposed for misconduct in prison Also, convicted criminals would be forc­ ed to serve their minimum sentences in secure confinement. History proves there is great release in releasing violent of­ fenders early We need to be serious about the idea that time behind bars is our method of punishment. By letting criminals out early, we send a message that the crime committed wasn't really all that bad. and you might get out early if you simply behave What motivation is there for them to change9 The truth m-scntencing package makes sense. Not only is it in the public's best interest, it also sends a strong message to convicted and would-be felons: You will pay for your crimes. But the truth-in-sentencmg package is really just one piece of the puzzle To truly take a bite out of the crime rate, we must start looking at why people commit crimes and offer preven­ tative solutions Like many others. I believe welfare reform is crucial to this goal Some people break the law because they are frustrated — frustrated with themselves and with the system By pulling people to their feet. I believe there is less cause for many of the crimes committed The journey of welfare reform in Michigan has been a long one. For several years, we have been working toward a system that encourages hard work and self-sufficiency. The voyage took great strides m 1992. when Governor Engler announced comprehensive welfare reform initiatives that attracted the na­ tional spotlight However, a great deal of work remains to be done We in the Legislature expect this year will be the time to br­ ing about real reform. We must continue to strive for a new system — one that fosters pride and determination in Michigan's citizens I believe it absolutely necessary that we break the cycle of poverty preventing many able-bodied people from reaching their potential Among the most significant of these reforms are the Social Contract and Michigan Opportunity and Skills Training (MOST) programs The primary focus of these programs is to provide Michigan citizens — especially recipients of Aid to Families with Dependent Children (AFDC) and state family assistance — with opportunities to develop their skills, educate themselves and increase their chances of finding permanent employment Under both programs, welfare recipients would be provided education, employment or job training oppor­ tunities that would lead to their independence from state assistance Kent County has been a leader in the creation of welfare pro­ grams that guide citizens toward independence and way from dependence We must now restructure our state wide system around this common-sense philosophy. I strongly believe reforms like these would ease a lot of the frustration out there today, thereby cutting the high crime levels. Welfare reform, paired with “get-tough" legislation like truth-in-sentencmg. will go a long way in making Michigan a safer and better place to live far into the future. A reminder for homeowners: The filing deadline for the homestead property tax exemption is a fast-approaching May 1. Be sure to get your affidavits in to the local assessor to take advantage of this significant tax cut. Alaska Baptist to celebrate 60-year anniversary day banquet at Grand Rapids Baptist College On Sunday. May 1, the celebration will continue with a 9:30 a m. breakfast. The 11 a m. service will be devoted to the anniversary, and the festivities will conclude with cake in the Fellowship Hall The Caledonia community is invited to help Alaska Bap tist Church commemorate its 60th anniversary this weekend during a Saturday banquet and a Su.iday service dedicated to the church's "birthday " On Saturday. April 30. the congregation will hold a birth­ — OPEN HOUSES — SUNDAY, MAY 1, 1994 OPEN 1 to 3 P.M. after the service No Sunday School or even­ ing service will be held that day. Beginning with just 15 members, the church was founded April 29. 1934. and buih its sancturary in the building that now houses the Sam’s Joint Restaurant at 68th Street and Thomapple River Drive. As the Caledonia area developed in the 1960s. 30911. CALEDONIA AREA Coun try living close to everything. Three bedroom ranch on 2 acres. Great rm. to 12x24 deck, rec. rm. down in walk­ out basement with slider to see C°" Debr° 3233 - lOOth STREET 281 -8162. OPEN 1 to 4 P.M. 30721. MIDDLEVILLE PRICE REDUCED 4 BR 1 bath, sliders from LR to sun porch w/skylights. Down double w/o to polio 127 MANOR DRIVE 31621. B0WWE TWP. Executive split ranch on 3 acres Four bedrooms 2 sets double sliders finished w o boso­ ment to enclosed porch Also has covered dock off dining 2 plus attached garage Call Mary 948 30)0 Home Warranty. 795 9849 Call Ty Myers novative curriculum that re­ packaged facts and knowledge that made learning come alive This enabled the special education students to tram for the competition, on an equal basis, with the other students at the camp The first team competed against nine teams of regular educatton student* in 1989 They averaged two to four points higher on their entrance exams. They finished in third place in the space station com­ petition. and third place overall. The Right Stuff Award, the highest given at Space Camp, went to a special educat ton student — the only one to achieve a perfect score in all competitions Myers said he is excited about flying to Huntsville He is working hard in his classes at the high school and in his studies for Space Camp Henry Dugan, principal, said he is pleased and proud that one of his students has been chosen for this distinction. Thee Place for ^TANNING and NAILS 891-4040 9790 Charry Vallay Road (M 37) OPEN SUNDAY • 1 to 4 PM Liz. Brooke Von Elst MN7M. MIDDLEVILLE Throe bedroom 2 bath 16*80 1991 Commodore home Has cathedral coiling skylights and 8x10 storage shed, located near town Priced below appraisal Call Deb 623-8357 Sharp 4 5262 MIDDLEVILLE AREA 2 lots Prime commercial zoning home. 3 bodroom 2 ba th Solar heat garage ment AAFU plot one more lol available Move in condition trolly ftmshod bosoment with doytight windows Cail 795la 795 9649 7933 ____________ □ Thomapple Kellogg High School student Ty Myers has been selected to participate in the program at the U.S. Space Academy in Huntsville. Alabama. May 22-27. Twenty-four students were selected from area school districts Forest Hills. East Grand Rapids. Kentwood. Lowell. Grand Rapids. Greenville and Thomapple Kellogg will be represented The student must be ninthor tenth-grader with a special interest in space. Recommen­ dations from teachers, counselors and principals are considered. Kurt Holtzhuetcr. Ty’s teacher, nominated him. Sue Kinjorski. Ty's science teacher, says she feels this is a great opportunity for him. "The high expectations set by the program will inspire him to reach even further in his studies He is a hard worker, in class, and this hard work has paid off." she said Myers' Space Camp team meets almost every Saturday to prepare for the trip. Team­ work is key. All the students must work together to com­ plete the entrance exam — measuring basic scientific knowledge, building tetrahedrons underwater — to simulate weightlessness, theoretical construction of a space station, design a team insignia, and two simulated shuttle missions. The team is sponsored by Space is Special Inc., which was established by two special education teachers who saw in special education students their strengths and possibilities, not their disabilities. These teachers understood that these students simply learn in a different way. They developed an in- Extra large fenced 22621 MD0LEVBXE Lfa however, the congregation outgrew that first church, and in 1968 began construction of an entirely new building just west of the original sanctuary. The new Alaska Baptist Church was completed in 1970 and dedicated on May 16. 1971. Still growing, the church now is planning another ex­ pansion project for its Sunday School and its all-purpose facility. Alaska Baptist Church is located at 7240 68th Street, just west of Thomapple River Drive. The congregation especially welcomes the com­ munity during the anniversary events. Anyone with questions can call the church office, 698-8104. TK student goes to space camp - OUR STAFF 946-3010 Ateet Hiettn 795 9649 P«ttj *•’* 792-6334 Carte* SMoter 623-8357 D*r» 646-6611 762-6674 756-3605 281-8162 cornerstone rg realty inc. 4611 N. 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KEVIN MEAT ON 948-8152 Home: 1-800-241-5253 795-7274 �Page 6 / The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml I April 26, 1994 TK National Honor Society inducts 35 new students The new NHS inductees ore (first row, from left) seniors Steven Buchboltz, Birte Kruti. Decnno Reed, and Jeanna Willard, and juniors Kevin Holst. Matthew Liu. and Sonya Recollet; (second row. from left) junior Sarah Wisniewski, ond sophomores Martin Bender. Arnie Bergakker. Torah Beuschel, Curtis Brinks. Ethan Buist, ond Michelle Butler; (third row. from left) Traci Campbell. Ruth Coton. Seen Crofoot, Shawn Davis. Courtney DeHaan, Jennifer Deschoff. and Lech Dodd; (fourth row. from left) Rene Ellinger. Bradley Enders. Teri Fitch, Tracey Funned. Korinne Hutchens. Christine Hypnor, and Andrea Kokmeyer: and (fifth row. from left) Abigail Labin. Michelle Merlau. Kelly Nicholson. Moria Parker, Jeremiah Postma, Rebecca Singleton, ond Dwight Wade. Empty Nest? Take This Test! Would You Like... 1. 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(If you can read this, thank a teacher.) •**•* Ixioking ahead... May 4 — Grandparent’s/Special Person’s Day for M W Kindergarteners. May 5 — 4th grade CPAC performance of “Anne of Green Gables.’’ (P.E.T. sponsored) May 6 — Grandparents/Special Person’s Day at the eiementanes May 7 — P.E.T. Carnival, 11 am to 2 p.m. Come enjoy the games, the food, the friends Ail proceeds go to the Playground Improvement Group May 9-June 3 — West has swimming instruction. (Thank you. Miss VanderKooi) May 9 — School board meeting, H S Library, 7:30 p m May 10 — P.E.T. meeting, McFall, 7:00 p.m. (Elections) May 11-13 — Second grade Art Talks May 23 — P.E.P. meeting, M.S., 7:00 p m. (Elections) Teachable Moments... W est — The second grades in Mr* Thaler s class have been studying abort the solar system They can’t believe that if they lived Jupiter they would be less than 1 year old and their teacher would only be 3! (It takes Jupiter about 12 years to go around the sun). Page - Mrs Chausow’s class is reading “A Perfect Person in Just Three Days.” To put themselves in the main character, Milo s, place they shared the task of wearing broccoli around their neck at school They continue to do activities to sec what Dr Sdverfish instructed Milo to do to be perfect The class has decided perfect wouldn’t be so great but it’s fun trying. On Fri­ day their class will celebrate 28 good behavior days with a Beach Day and treats' Quote of the Week — When actions and words agree the message is loud and clear �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml I April 26. 1994 / Page 7 AREA LUNCH MENUS Corner Thornapple Kellogg School Lunch Menu Steve Garrett Wednesday. April 27 Supt.’s last day changed The “Superintendent\ Comer” in the Feb. 15 Sun and New* announced that I had submitted my resignation for the purpose of retirement However, at that time it was announced that my contract would he extended, with my last day of work to be Dec. 31. This has now been changed, and I will be leaving the district as Superintendent at the end of June At the time the request was made it was agreed that the pre sent contract be extended with the last day of work to be Dec 31 It was further agreed that a 30-day notice of termination could be given by the superintendent or by the board, should the board move ahead in filling the superintendency before that time or should the superintendent find other employment and need to be released Upon retirement I will be employed by the First of Michigan Corporation and will enter into a four-month training program At the end of the training program. I will take licensing ex­ aminations and if successful, will become a registered representative The earlier departure of course means that the superinten­ dent’s search becomes a more immediate priority of the board The school board recently selected the Michigan Association of School Boards to conduct their search for the district’s new superintendent. The board met with a consultant from the Michigan Associa­ tion of School Boards Monday. April 18. and a schedule has been set with the target date of July 15 for naming a new superintendent Community members are encouraged to participate in the process by attending an open forum conducted by MASB Con­ sultant Kara Funk Monday. May 2. at 7:30 p m at the Thor napplc Kellogg High School Library. Funk will provide an overview of the search process and receive ideas from community members on the criteria to be used in evaluating candidates. If you are unable to attend, and would like to provide opi­ nions or ideas, please send a letter listing your ideas and view­ points about the characteristics and competencies of a superintendent to either Kara Funk, director of superintendent search. Michigan Association of School Boards, 421 W. Kalamazoo St., lensing, 48933 or to Jan Siebesma. president of the Thornapple Kellogg Board of Education. 6075 Cherry Valley Road. Middleville. 49333. I would again like to thank you all for the opportunity to have served as superintendent of the Thornapple Kellogg School District for the past seven years. And again, 1 extend my ap­ preciation to the Board and the staff for the quality of the educational program and the support services that have been provided. 1 am proud to have been part of the education of children for 33 years and having served as superintendent of schools for the past 23 of those years. Over those years, we have seen many changes come to the education of our children. We are at a time when it seems that everything is changing. It is an exciting time to be involved in education, and 1 will indeed miss it very much. However, it is with great enthusiasm that I approach my new challenge. El. break lunch, pancakes, sausages, o j and applesauce H.S and M.S. country fried steak, potato wedges, green beans, o.j. Thursday. April 28 Spaghetti meat sauce, toss­ ed salad, garlic toast, blueberry crisp Tax Service Other services include: • Business Plans • UPS (not a UPS agent • Educational Resources Service - College Money Guaranteed OPEN Mon.-Fri. 9-5: Sat. 9-2 or ev.-nings by appointment 9»8 CaWdon<a naan £91-1886 HATP W X Ml 49016 Phone 891 1 MS french milk. fruit fries, choice, Itza Pizza, french fnes. Vita Pup. milk. Potato Bar. Friday . April 29 Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes w-gravy. or trench fries, fruit choice, bread stick, milk. Caledonia Community Schools Elementary Lunch Menu Caledonia Community Schools Kettle l>ake Breakfast Menu W ednesday . April 27 French toast sticks, sausage, juice or fruit, milk. Thursday . April 28 W ednesday. April 27 Caledonia Communitv Schools High Middle Meal Deal Menu Wednesday. April 27 Grilled chicken patty. Friday . April 29 Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes w/gravy, bread stick, food bar milk. Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes w gravy, roll, frxxi bar. milk. Thursday. April 28 Ravioli w/meat sauce, soft Sour cream doughnut, juice or fruit, milk. Friday . April 29 Pop tart, string juice or fruit, milk. cheese, Friday . April 29 Thornapple Kellogg Breakfast Menu Wednesday. April 27 Sausage biscuit, apple juice, milk Thursday . April 28 French toast sticks, orange juice, milk. Friday. April 29 Bagel cream cheese or jel­ ly. juice choice, milk Caledonia Community High Middle Schools Lunch Menu W ednesday. April 27 TK Students of the Month selected Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes, w/gravy or french fnes, fruit choice, roll. milk. Thursday. April 28 Deluxe hamburger w/bun. The following students were selected os "Students of the Month” for March at Thornapple Kellogg High School: (front row. from left) Nicole Price, Rick Reinstein, Heather Marble, Mqnica Verkerke, Keri Jeurink; (second row) Robin Hesseltine, Katie Berg, Karen Richards; (third row), Marty Bender, Jackie Zoerner, Josh England; (row 4) Brett Suwyn, Andre LeBouef, Tracy Campbell, Kim Medaris; (row 5) Ryan Tasma, Ken Barrett and Lisa Van Sickle. — Call for — CLASSIFIEDS NOPH Place Your Advertising Message Here . • 795-3345 • Rates: 5 words tor ‘2.75 then 10* per ^oid. It you pay in advance, you save 50* biHinfl charge Deadline l» BINGO If American Legion Post 305 9548 Cherry Valley, Caledonia TOWING & i RECOVERY (616) 795-2200 • F 24 Hour Emergency Dispatch Most major motor clubs accepted. • Unlock • Jump Start • Motorcycle • Flatbed • 4 Wheel Drive • Emergency Tire Repair • THURSDAY • Frvtay at 4:00 pzn. 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Three Caledonia Middle School teams also qualified for the state and placed 10th. 15th and 20(h “This is the first time any Caledonia teams have gone to state, vo I was very pleased with everyone’s perfor­ mance.” said Dullaghan “The state is a much higher, tougher level of com­ petition than the regional, and I think all the students were very surprised at the quality of the performances of the teams they watched "That is the quality that has to be there to win at the state level, and now they know what kind of standards to shoot for “At first. 1 think they were disappointed that they didn't place higher, but many of them are already talking about returning to the state contest next year, and how they’re going to do better “Some of them are already planning to compete in the world competition, and I’m excited to hear that." she said with a smile. Winners at the state OM contests throughout the coun­ try compete next in the inter­ national competition, which Members of the three Caledonia Middle School Odyssey of the Mind teams who competed in the state competition are pictured here. Seated in the front are Pat Hamnull and Liz Fortuna. Behind them, from the left, are Alyson Kopenski, Sarah Sobczyk, Ryan Hanson and Chad Rodaz. Kneeling, from the left, are Sarah Soper, Kim Schmidtke, Michael Hoeksema, Brian Davis and Steve Otto. Standing, from left, are Jessica Smith, Ryan Slot, Jenny Cavanaugh, Joel Fortuna, Chris O'Brian and Blake Trutsch. Not pictured are Angela Flockhart and Sunny Fowler. Members of the two CHS Odyssey of the Mind teams pose together in this photo. Kneeling in the front, from the left, are Dave Pell, David Good. TJ Grant and Wayne Paffhausen. Seated behind them are Rachael Comegys, Joe DeGroot, Brian DeLeeuw and Jason Ekins. Seated in the back are Cooch Kevin Hoag. Paul Koning, Ben Diehl and Dan Corstange. In the top row are Josh Finkbeiner and Ben Jacobs. Not pictured is the other high school cooch, Vicki Grant. this year will be held at Iowa State University in Ames. In Odyssey of the Mind, teams of students work in ad­ vance to create the best solu­ tion to a carefully structured problem The presentations are judged on creativity as well as cerebral skills, so skits with props and costumes are an integral part of the "long­ term” problem. The teams also compete in an on-the-spot problem­ solving situation, during which only the team and its judge are present. Teamwork, as well as the actual solution, is judged in the "short-term" problem. Even the style of the presen­ tations are evaluated by the judges. Parents and teachers volunteer their time to coach the students in the skills they will need, and provide moral support and leadership, but the students must do all the ac­ tual work themselves. [BARKERS AUTO SERVICE NEW ROTOR BRAKES with Brake Job Starting at... 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Doris Flockhart and Larry Hanson “Odyssey of the Mind” is a great experience for the kids.” said Dullaghan “It's challenging, it’s fun. and they get a chance to meet other students from all over the area, the state and maybe even from other countries “They all come (Hit win­ ners. because they have learn­ ed valuable problem solving skills at the the same time they are learning team skills. "They learn to take respon­ sibility for their roles on the team and they learn to work together "I think it’s a wonderful program, and it’s a great enhancement for our cur­ riculum here at Caledonia ”l’m looking forward to working with all these kids next year, and I hope more students will be interested in joining a team " Anyone with questions about the Odyssey of the Mind program can call Dullaghan at the Caledonia Middle School media center. 8MI-O22I. Late model sportsman stock start at Berlin April 30 A long winter of race care construction and recondition­ ing of present equipment will come to a head as the Late Model Slock and Sporsman Stock Cars divisions open up the 1994 auto racing season, Saturday night, April 30, at the Berlin Raceway. The paved, one-half mile Marne oval will host the Late Model and Sportsman Stock Cars in doublehcader pro­ grams every Saturday evening throughout the summer. Two time defending Late Model champion Joe Bush of Hastings will be the driver to beat to win the coveted West Michigan Chevy dealers spon- grounds parking is free. The raceway is located five miles west ot Grand Rapids on the interstate 96 expressway al Marne exit 23 As A Group, Mature Drivers Are A+ With Us. 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Schwartz Insurance Agency "Our Policy is Service" 497 Arlington St. (M-37) Middleville, Ml 49333 Call: 795-3302 or 891-8208 ^uto~Otvnrr» fnturanct �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / April 26. 1994 I Page 9 Voters will decide issue in November Caledonia Twp. puts library proposal on ballot b> Barbara Gall ’ Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Board unanimous!} agreed last week to put the idea of a Kent District Library System before its voters in November Township residents will join residents of other Kent Coun­ ty Library members in deciding whether to replace the present county system with a millage-funded district library system In November, voters will be asked to approve a dedicated library millage, set at a minimum of .55 mills. The maximum millage that would be requested is 75 mills. The dedicated millage, if approved, would replace the annual assessment now paid by the township as its share of support for the Kent County Library system. Last year. Caledonia Township paid a $38,000 assessment to the Kent County Library system If the district proposal does not pass, the present county system will remain in effect. In agreeing to put the plan on the ballot. Caledonia has said it will become part of the The Future Problem Solving Teom for TK High School include* (from left) Josh Parker, Jennifer Lewi*, Abigail Labin, and Melanie Johnston. TKHS future problem solving team advances by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The Thomapplc Kellogg Future Problem Solving team earned first place in the regional, earning the right to move on to the state competition. The group of Abigail Labin, Melanie Johnston. Jennifer Lewis and Josh Parker com­ peted in the state contest in Ann Arbor this past weekend. The Future Problem Solv­ ing program targets the teaching of problem solving, one of the basic skills that students will need in the future For the competition, the teams arc given a basic, broad topic, like Antarctica. The students need to find all of the information possible. Once the competition ac­ tually begins, students are given a more specific topic within that category The broad topic for regional competition was “The Extinc lion of Animals. " That was narrowed down to birds The team worked with a “fuzzy" that gave them their future problem — the possible extinction of wild bird species in North America. They had to follow a stepby-step process: problem identification, underlying pro­ blems. alternative solutions, criteria for solving one par ticular problem and choosing the best solution. All of their work was done as a team in a limited amount of time. They were required to draw on their prior research of the topic in order to complete the handwritten forms for the judges. This portion of the compe- tion was done at school and their booklet was submitted for judging Submissions are given numerical scores, with the top competitor receiving the highest mark "This group is very resourceful and responsible." explained coach Kevin Briggs. In fact. Briggs said he had no intention of coaching a pro­ blem solving team. But the students persisted until he agreed “We’re being told by the state that they want to see the students develping problem­ solving. skills including better communication, and cooperative learning.” Briggs said "I think this experience had definitely encouraged those skills and self-directed learning for this group” Annual TK Spring Carnival needs volunteers, baked goods bv Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Thomapplc Kellogg's an­ nual Spring Carnival is scheduled for II a m. to 2 p.m Saturday . May 7. The cake w alk is just one of the activities planned for the annual event Carnival organizers are asking for donations of cakes and baked goods to use as prizes for the cake walk. These items should be brought to McFall Elemen­ tary School, the site of the carnival, that morning bet­ ween 9 and 11 a m. Volunteers also are needed to help with cleanup after the carnival Vickie Rick, one of the organizers, said that if several people pilch in to help with the cleanup, it shouldn't take more than about 20 minutes Besides the cake walk, there will be games, food, the spacewalk, a fire department disphy and face painting All profits from the carnival Dykstra's Preferred Poured Walls, Inc. • Poured basement walls _ • Flatwork • Farm work ROB DYKSTRA, Owner 10698 Fnkbeiner Rd. Middleville 795-7674 will be divided between the three TK elementary schools, McFall. Page and W’est, for use by the Playground im­ provement Griup Phone 795-3345 for Sun & News ACTION ADS! district system if it is approved. If the township had chosen not to participate in the vote and the district sy stem passed, then Caledonia would either have to petition to join the new system or start its own library All the materials, equip­ ment and even the librarian herself are part of the county system, and would be remov­ ed from the Caledonia library if it were not part of the district system. “You’d have a building and a cat.” joked Kent County Library Board member Shirley Bruursma The Township Board n»>ted that it has twice heard presen­ tations on the proposal, and has discussed it other times as well. The Village Council and the Township Board also discussed the library at their recent joint meeting The council sent a letter to the board, recommending the proposal be put before voters. Township Supervisor Tom Garbow said last week that ail of the letters received in the township office have asked that the district proposal be put before the voters. "I think we know where (the residents) stand." he said. Trustee Steve Gould noted that while initially the board members may have been “flabbergasted" at the cost of the library , he has been per­ suaded that the money will be spent “rather reasonably." and he was in favor of putting the concept to the vote "A library is something we can't do without." agreed Treasurer Ruth DeVries “Many of the reservations I had (about the district library ). I now feel a lot better about She said that she thought $25 a year (for a homeowner owning a home valued at $100,000). or $2 a month “for all those resources" was not asking too much. Gould thought the people also should consider how much it would cost Caledonia to start up its own library. Garbow asked if there were any negative comments from the residents at the meeting, and Ed Fischer san! he felt the township was “abandoning" the residents. He said that he did not like losing accountability by becoming part of a district, and he also thought the free videos the library would offer could undermine local video businesses “You could always join later." he suggested Fred Fleischmann said that he thought the county was failing to provide services in supporting a district system, but Jay Shook said that Kent County is one of few counties in the state still in the library business “Maybe it's because that system doesn't work well." he suggested Anne Mulder pointed out that the district system was proposed because the local municipalities have been upset in recent years with the library assessments Caledonia's decision to join the district system, if it passes, leaves only three county branch members at press time still to decide whether to join or not They arc Wyoming. East Grand Rapids and Byron Center They must make their deci­ sions by May I ASK YOUR CHILD WHAT A STRANGER LOOKS LIKE hances are good that if you ask your child what a stranger looks like, he or she is likely to describe a person like the one pictured here. So when you tell your child not to talk to strangers, it’s important to make sure that your child understands who a stranger really is. Simply put, a stranger is anyone your child does not know, be it the “nice lady” with the dog or the kindly old man in the park. One good idea is to establish a code B word known only by yourself, your child and any adult authorized to escort or care for your child. If the stranger doesn’t know the “magic” word, your child is not to go anyplace with that person. It’s as simple as that. make it easy to tell the good guys from the bad, real life unfortunately is not so simple. So take a moment to help safeguard your child today. Child Safety. It’s a matter of show and tell. Hastings, Michigan 49058 (616) 945-9554 (616) 945-5192 FAX �Page 10 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / April 26. 1994 Spring babies could become champions bv Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Nugget, on Africon Pygmy doe, just doesn't wont to cooperate with 8-yeor-old Abbie Kimmel. Her brother Zia tries to give her a hand. Just One Of The 50 Million Americans Who Invests In U.S. Savings Bonds. Across the country, more and more Americans are planning for the future of their children by busing U5. Savings Bonds. This Little League slugger gets a Savings Bond for each birthday. As he grows older, his Bonds grow in value. So he's not just getting a gift, he’s getting an investment. Find out how U.S. Savings Bonds are making millions of American dreams a reality. Call 1 800 4 US BOND for more information. * (wfaftc MrrvKC at nranfwprf Farm animal babies are not an unusual sight in the spring in rural Barry County They look cute and cuddly even as they run. frisky and bouncy , yet always close to their mamas. But not all of these babies will remain in the fields next to their mothers Some may bring their handlers the honor of a Grand Champion ribbon in 4-H com­ petition at the Barry County Fair in July. Preparing for the fair begins early in the year, when the animal babies are bom and takes a commitment of many hours over several months time. Many times, the project in­ volves the whole family . Katie Kimmel and Betsy Steensma are just two Thor­ napple Kellogg students who have made this commitment several times over. This spring is no different as Katie begins preparing her La Mancha goat named Tonka and Betsy begins working with eight Suffolk lambs to decide which ones to take to the fair. Katie s family raises both the La Mancha goats and African Pygmy goats. But. because Katie prefers to have a goat that is just a lit­ tle older. Tonka was gotten from another farm. Though Tonka is a little older, he is not completely weaned and Katie has to see that he gets his milk, and keep a log on how much he cats and his weight. Katie must get Tonka train­ ed to walk on a leash with a collar, much like a dog. Part of showing him at the fair involves parading him around the rink for the judges to see. Since Tonka has a mind of his own like most goats, ac­ cording to Katie, this will take lots of practice. “You get very attached to the animal you’re going to show,” Katie said. “Then when it’s time to sell them, it’s really hard.” Tonka is a wether, meat goat and will be auctioned off during the livestock sale. For now, Tonka pretty much has free run of the yard, follows Katie around like a puppy (as long as he isn’t on a leash), and enjoys lots milk and grain. Every day, Katie cleans his pen, feeds him, and makes sure he is healthy and fit. “It does take time every day,” Katie explained But, 1 get to spend a lot of time with him and our ocher animals and 1 like that. ” Sometimes, it means that Katie doesn’t get to go to a friend’s house for a weekend. Besides taking care of Tonka. Katie has a horse that she rides m 4-H competition. She also helps with the rest of the animals, including the Pygmy goats Her 8-year-old sister Abbie and 12-year-old brother Zia both are planning to show a goat. too. Though Abbie had wanted to work with one of the Pygmy babies, this has not been a good year for births, so she’ll show an adult doe nam­ ed Nugget Working with sheep is a lit­ tle different, according to Bet­ sy Steensma, who has shown them for several years The lambs came a little later than expected to the Steensmas’ four Suffolk ewes But. they ended up with eight, Hack wooley babies. At times, Tonka acts much like a dog, following right along side of Katie Kimmel who is getting him ready to show at the fair. One little lamb eats eagerly while Betsy Steensma tries to keep the other two content until it's their turn. The mother of these Suffolk sheep triplets got pneumonia, so, the lambs needed to be hand-fed. Normally, the lambs arc left with the ewes to nurse. But, one ewe that had triplets developed pneumonia. Betsy, and her family, had to become the substitute mother, making sure that the triplets were given bottles several times a day. As the lambs grow, Betsy will need to determine which ones to take to the fair She too, must spent about two hours per day cleaning pens, feeding and walking the sheep "I love sheep, they’re great animals to have/* Betsy explained “Part of the reason I chose working with sheep is because it’s part of my family’s heritage It’s in the family background and they’ve always raised sheep.” The whole family gets in­ volved and have even chosen favorite animals Betsy lov­ ingly refers to a ewe as a junk sheep,” but still the ewe stays. Betsy ’s brother Tommy will be going to the fair as well, not to show sheep, but rabbits Curbs dk Gutters. Floors. Sidewalks All Fblnork, Bobcat Work & Haubng CONCRETE CONST (616) 945-3318 4095 Wood School Rd • Hastings Ml 49058 Carl Slagel �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / April 26. 1994 / Page 11 Five TK teams compete in Odyssey of the Mind (From left) Doug Blockamo. Nick Timmer. Chris Burks, Lonce Brinks. Corey Lucos, Ben Jones, ond Brian McKeown were the TK Middle School Odyssey team. The TK High School Odyssey team was mode up of (front, from left) Melody Allore. Amber Dennison, and Alicia Count; and (bock, from left) Leigha Dodd, Blake Richards, ond Jeremy Doornbos. The fifth grade team that did 'Only an Ant" includes (front, from left) Andrea Berkimer, Don Parker. Phillip Deutschler, and Tami Smith; ond (bock, from left) Chad Gromko, Danielle Hoskins, and Lona Goodin. bv Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Odyssey of the Mind com­ petition for this year is nearly two months past. But participants on the five teams from Thornapple Kellogg Schools still reflect on their experience and ways to make it better next year The Odyssey mission is to nurture creativity through ac­ tivities and to develop problem-solving skills. The students must do all of the brain work, development of props or sluts they use. and putting together their final presentation that includes a detailed report Coaches are only there to offer guidance for the group The youngest team from TK was a group of third-graders coached by parent Kim Freeman Part of their problem­ solving included an original skit titled. "The Life of a Panda Basically, a panda living in the bamboo growing next to man's shack bums when the shack bums. The kids show how the panda copes as the bamboo grows back. Two years later, all is well and both the man and the panda live happily ever after. Members of this team in­ cluded Chet Berkimer. Kelly Brinks. Amanda Fisk. Mary Elaine Foster. Sarah Freeman. Brandon Moore and Tara Zolnierek. The fourth-grade team made up of Miranda Covey. Eric Koppel. Peter Mathias. Ranae Otto. Leandra Postema. Kevin Schmitz and Dan VanVegel was coached by teacher Jan Muir. Their lively presentation was about a monkey, toucan and leopard who romped around playing basketball in the rain forest in "The Amazon Rain Forest.” When trees started to come down around them, they tried "911” with no success. Their adventure landed them on another planet, and they met an alien who helped them plant seeds to take back to earth Fortunately, their spaceship could take them back in time. Their early arrival on earth with new plants helped them save the planet. This group had so much fun, they were ready to get suited for next year. The fifth-grade team earned fourth place out of 31 teams in the regionals with its presenution called, “Only an Ant." Andrea Berkimer. Phillip Deutschler. Lana Goodin, Chad Gromko. Danielle Hoskins. Dan Parker and Tami Smith were coached by parent Nancy Goodin. Song and dance were used to tell the story of an am. his encounters w uh other ants and with people, end his quest for food One am is convinced that humans are spoiled because they get everything But the mam character dreams that the ants are human size and a visit * uh an exterminator pro­ ves to be good The ant explains "ail about ants" and the exterminator decides not to get rid of them The hardest part of the costumes was making large, wire-framed ant heads com­ plete with antennae The middle school team, coached by McFall librarian Vonnie Lucas, was all male with Doug Blocksma, Lance Brinks. Chns Burks. Ben Jones. Corey Lucas, Brian McKeown and Nick Timmer. They decided to show just what a fly goes through to survive. The humorous escapades of the fly kept their presentation light. As the fly attempts to get a bite to eat from a cookie found in the sink, a big wind blows him away. He’s chased with a fly swatter and he gets to run through the garbage disposal. Even through his trials, the fly does get the cookie in the end. Perseverance was the answer for this fly in his en­ counter with a human. The high school team also placed in the competition The efforts of Melody Allore. Alicia Count, Amber Dennison. Leigha Dodd. Jeremy Doornbos and Blake Richards earned them fifth place in the senior high division. The team, which was coached by teacher Gail Sw Odyssay on paga 12 The fourth grode Odyssey of the Mind Team from Page Elementary included (front, from left) leandra Postema, Rance Otto, and Miranda Covey; and (back, from left) Dan VanVegel, Kevin Schmitz, Peter Mathias, and Eric Koppel. Thornapple Roofing & Siding Vinyl Siding Replacement Windows Free Estimates Licensed Builder 795-2039 FI'JIIJI'JWI NOBODY DOES HAY BETTER The all-new MoCo's ■ An all new three-point suspension system provides unmatched flotation ■ The all-new sicklebar machine cuts better - and six inches wid«-r - than anything in it's class. Two new rotary disk models feature the ah new, John iJeerr-buih modular cutterbar. An exclusive Power-Cushion helps prevent the driveline ^4, —, from bottoming out during tight turns >^1 _ Oaity Parfa Drop Of! Cantar in Caledonia GOOD DEALS.. ANDA GOOD DEAL. MORE JOHN DEERE Equipment. Inc. 1690 S Bedford Rd, Hastings Michigan 49058 Ph. (616) 945-9526 Extended Parts Dept. Hours: 7:00-7:00 M-F; 7:00-3:00 Sat A �Page 12 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / April 26, 1994 Odyssey Continued from page 11_-------------------- 1st graders cast with thumbs up The third grode Odyssef teem did their skit for the rest of the kids at West Elementary. Performing ore (from left) Kelly Brinks, Amanda Fisk. Mary Elaine Foster, Kim Freeman (coach), Sarah Freeman, Chet Berkimer, Brandon Moore, and Tara Zolnierek. Stewart did an original scene from the Iliad and then applied rt to a present day situation. They used Book 21, in which Achilles battles the river. They likened that to the recent Mississippi River flooding The skit, which dealt with the problem of pollution going into the river, was all done in mime with narration. Phone • We were really proud of how our teams did this year.” said Vonnie Lucas “Especially since they didn't get a chance to sun until December or January TK schools only offer Odyssey participation as an extracurricular activity Many schools have the op­ portunity to begin earlier in the year, according to Jan Muir Liz Gregg from Blodgett Hospital puts wet. plaster casting on Summer Wolford's thumb. Summer isn't sure that she likes that damp, squishy feeling from the wet cast. A school may only involve as many teams as there are coaches for. Coaching is done on a volunteer basis “We would really like to sec TK have more teams, in­ volve more kids, and get an earlier start for next year’s competition.” said Muir. “It’s not too soon for people to begin to consider coaching a team next year.” 795-3345 for SUN & NEWS ACTION ADS! Cindy Just Turned 16. Her Parents Want The Next 16 To Be As Sweet. So they took the time to talk with Cindy about drugs. They realize that in today’s world she has probably already been approached by someone attempting to lure her to start using uppers or maybe something even more dangerous. They told Cindy what drugs can do and how they can affect her future chances of having a productive life. Now she can make the right decision if she’s ever confronted withit. So why wait unti! tomorrow to talk to your children. Hat 1 hatcher s tirst grade class at McFall Elementary School In Middleville gives their thumbs-up to their lesson about what it's like to go to the hospital. Representatives from the children's department of Blodgett In Grand Rapids visited all of the classrooms. Each first grader got to have their thumb put in a cast. ____________ _________________ I’m afraid if I don’t get a good education Iwill endup living the rest of my life with my mother. Joel Regunbal 5th grade America needs more schools that encourage our children to fulfill their promise. Thlk with them today. KEEP THE PROMISE. The Sun and News For information on how you can help change the schools in your community, call 1 800 96-PROM ISE Education Excellence Partnership �The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml I April 26. 1994 I Page 13 Shagbark Condominiums to include 46 four-unit buildings Caledonia Commission gives nod to preliminary plan by Barbara (rail ' Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Planning Commission has ap­ proved a preliminary develop­ ment plan for a 46-building condominium project on 76(h Street. Located between Kraft and Patterson Avenues, the pro­ posed Shagbark Con­ dominiums lie in an area presently zoned rural residen tial. but which is designated for high density development in the township s master land use plan The protect would neighbor the future Country Meadows Village mobile home park, which already has been ap­ proved by the township Both projects must he serv­ ed by public sewer, which is not yet available in the area However, the developers have purchased capacity in the township sewer line that will extend north along M-37 from the new Caledonia Village wastewater treatment plant. Construction on that sewer line is scheduled to begin within the year The 35-acre Shagbark pro­ ject will include 46 buildings, each of which will house four one-story living units of about 1.200 square feet Each unit will have a basement The preliminary site plan approved by the commission shows two 76th Street en­ trances to the development, with a curving street winding around and through several ••green areas' which total about 13.5 acres of the pro­ ject. The developers told the commission they hope to preserve as many of the trees on the property as possible Greg Scott, of Professional Architects and Engineering, said that the density level of the project is 5.26 units per acre, and pointed (Hit that the developers will eliminate two present homesites on the pro John Sodermon Caledonia’s John Soderman to retire this year After 30 years with the Caledonia Community Schools, physical education teacher, track and cross­ country coach and former athletic director John Soder­ man will step down this June The Caledonia School Board accepted his resignation last week Soderman achieved statewide recognition in 1988. when he led the Caledonia boys’ track program to a new state record in consecutive dual meet wins. The team 50 50 50 50 50 closed that season by winning its 105th dual meet, shattering the previous state record of 104 consecutive wins. The ••streak’’ was finally snapped in 1989 after 108 consecutive wins, a record that still stands. Besides his outstanding record as a track coach. Soderman also served as the varsity football coach and has led CHS boys’ cross-country' teams to numerous conference championships 50 50 50 50 50 Happy Birthday SANDI KLAVER 50 April 28th 50 50 50 50 50 50 50 50 50 50 50 50 50 50 50 50 50 50 50 50 50 50 50 50 50 50 50 50 50 50 perty rather than try to include them in the PUD. as sug­ gested by the Site Plan Review Committee Con­ dominium units will replace the two homes, he said. Dave Hendershot, a water specially from PAE. said that an on-site water system will be supplied for the Shagbark residents He explained that the well for the sy stem would go to a deeper aquifer than the one tapped by most neighbor­ ing homes They also explained that in place of a hydrant system for fine protection, the developers are proposing that each building be outfitted with a commercial-type sprinkler system, an idea that interested the commission Township Planner Mark VanderPloeg reported that the project meets all ordinance re­ quirements. and has an ade­ quate internal road network for emergency access. He estimates the project, when fully developed, would generate about 1.000 vehicle tops a day He cautioned, however, that when the mobile home park also is developed, there could be future traffic tie-ups at nearby intersections, particularly at 76th Street and Patterson Avenue. This is a situation the township may want to address as the area develops VanderPloeg recommended the commission approve the preliminary plan with two conditions: - The sideyards between the buildings be modified so that all comply with the 40-foot requirement That the developers even­ tually hook up to a public water system because of the pending high density develop­ ment in the area The commission expressed some concern about the densi­ ty of the project and the prox­ imity of four buildings to 76<h Street. However, these buildings will be the last to be built, and the developers said they had no problem with pro­ viding some berming or screening from the nxid The density level of the pro­ ject is in compliance with the six units per acre allowed m the high density zoning district. The commission approved the preliminary plan with VanderPloeg’s conditions, and also approved the internal fire suppression units for fire protection. The developers next must present a more detailed final development plan for Hann mg Commission approval. �Page 14 / The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml ! April 26. 1994 Caledonia MacDonald’s to open May 4 by Barbara Gall Staff Writer The Caledonia Mac Donald's will be ready to serve breakfast at 6 a m on Wednesday. May 4. Early visitors also can enjoy watching the flag-raising ceremony that officially opens the new restaurant The Caledonia band will participate, said franchise owner Pat Boden, herself a Caledonia resident "We are looking forward to greeting our first customers/' While most area residents will be enjoying their first Caledonia Egg-McMuffin that morning, local official* already will have toured the facility on Monday. May 2 in a traditional MacDonald's VIP party "All of our customers are very important people, but we do like to meet our govern ment and school officials and let them sec our operation before we open. " B<xien said The decor of the new restaurant will blend with Caledonia's rural and agricultural heritage, she explained "We lake a lot of pride in decorating our restaurants to fit with the area, so we decid­ ed to use some of the features of the farmhouse, like the gazebo and the railings, and a light airy atmosphere inside " Boden said the new restaurant will employ about 70 full and pan time staff, and about 40 of those people already are being trained at the Broadmoor 44th Street MacDonald’s The Caledonia store will be a full-service restaurant, of- fenng a dove-through and the traditional MacDonald's menu Boden said this restaurant will feature a new face-to-face dove-through, however, a concept which has proved suc­ cessful in other test areas Instead of ordering through a radio, customers will place their order with a ’real per son stationed at the first win­ dow in the dnve-through. The next two windows will be for paying and then picking up the order “This makes for a more personal, more customerfnendly situation, which is what we want to convey , even in a drive-through." Boden said. "It also helps us make sure we are providing correct and accurate orders." she added "We concentrate very hard on making the drive-through order fast and friendly and hot The goal is to have the order ‘dangling.’ which means it is in the bag and hanging from the server’s hand as the customer drives up to that third window Boden said that she and her husband. Ken. work hard to keep in touch with their employees at the six Mac­ Donald's stores they own. "We want them to enjoy working here, and we have learned that we have fun when everyone at our stores arc happy " MacDonald's offers incen­ tives for its employees, such as free uniforms and halfprice meals The Bodens started a scholarship incentive for their employees, and that incentive now includes all operators in the West Michigan area. “We started with 10 SlOOO-college scholarships, but that worked so well that it s now expanded this year to 20." she said The scholarships are award­ ed based on the employee’s grades and school and extra­ curricular activities. The stu­ dent's work record is given some consideration The Bodens employees also are eligible for a Bucks for Books’’ incentive, open to employees of all ages who are attending an accredited posthigh school program. In this program, the student w ho has w orked for the store at least six months can receive 50 percent of the cost of their school books, up to $200 a year, if he or she is maintain­ ing a B average Boden said MacDonalds stores also try to support com­ munity activities, and work constantly with both businesses and schools “We don't usually donate lots of money, but we like to provide help in other ways, like providing the juice for the high school graduation breakfast ‘ We like to get Ronald McDonald in here for children's activities, for in­ stance. and we believe there are just lots of ways we can be an asset to the community." she said. The new MacDonald’s is located on M-37 just north of the Caledonia Village Centre Mall and between the Old Kent and Hastings City Banks Hours will be from 6 a m to II p.m. Sundays through Thursdays, with the store staying open until m»dnight on Fridays and Saturdays. Caledonia Village Council names committee appointments The Caledonia Village Council has approved the following standing commit­ tees for 1994 SEWER (operating): Dan Erskine. Charles Audy. Paula Moerland SEWER (construction): Dan Erskine. Glen Klaver. STREETS AND SIDEWALKS Dan Erskine. Sue Berencsi. Paula Moerland. TREES: Sue Berencsi, Jake Sleutel. Judy Kidder FINANCE: Jackie Cherry. Jan Soules SHERIFF LIASION Steve Antecki. Maggie Ruple LIBRARY: Sue Berencsi. Jay Shook. Maggie Ruple. LABOR Dan Erskine. Jan Soules. Judy Kidder PUBLIC RELATIONS: Glen Klaver. Donna Winters. MAYOR EXCHANGE: Judy Kidder. Donna Winters LOCAL CABLE CHAN NEL: Jan Soules. Glen Klaver JULY FOURTH Judy Kid­ der. Paula Moerland. Charles Audy. WATER (operation): Glen Klaver. Jackie Cherry. Charles Audy. Judy Kidder. WATER (construction). Glen Klaver. Dan Whalen. AUTO SHOW-GARAGE SALES: Bill Hyatt. Shirley Hyatt. Barbara Scott. NOMINATING: Dan Er­ skine. Jan Soules. Glen Klaver. HOME RULE CITY STUDY: Steve Antecki. Charles Audy. Donna Winters. Sue Berencsi. Lauric Butler. FUTURE GROWTH Judy Kidder. Glen Klaver. The Council reappointed Gayle Oct and Barb Scott to three-year terms on the Village Planning Commission. Jackie Cherry's term on the commission also has expired, and she has asked to step down from that office. The Council unanimously approved the nomination of Jane Heiss to fill the vacancy Reappointed by the Council to three-year terms on the Village Zoning Board of Ap peals were Al Niles and Norm Bucr Maggie Ruple was ap­ pointed to fill the remaining two years of Joe Hammer's unexpired term He had to resign his scat on the ZBA when he was appointed to the Village Planning Commission. Council President Glen Klaver asked any residents who are interested in serving on the Home Rule Study Committee to contact Jackie Cherry during village office hours at 891-9384. Lift-A-Thon to raise money Bob's Service Shop 610 S. Wellman Road Nashville, Ml Gong Out Of Business Sale starts promptly at 9 a.m. Tues., April 26 Matt Liu spots for Jody Blain as he does some weightlifting. Both of them are planning to participate in the Trojan Iron Lift-A-Thon to raise money for more equipment. STOREWIDE SNOWMOBILE: Suits, Helmets, Face Shields, Boots, Gloves, Stocking Caps. Face Masks, Covers, Paints, Wear Bars. Windshields, Drive Belts, Cables and More. ATV: Tires & Tubes, Wheels, Fenders, Windshields, Hand Guard, Wheel Disc Set. MOTORCYCLES: Batteries. Tires & Tubes, Rain Suits, Fairings. Side Bags. Back Rests. Helmets Goggles, Boots. Gloves. Chest Protectors, Kidney Belts. MISCELLANEOUS: NGK. Champion, A.C. Spark Plugs. Spectro Oils, (Artic Cat), Speedometer, Tachometers, Tie Downs. ALL SALES FINAL • NO EXCHANGES NO REFUNDS Everything sold on a first come basis. CASH or BANK CARDS by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Rock-a-thons and walk-athons are being joined by a new kind: a lift-a-thon. Dubbed as the Trojan Iron Lift-A-Thon. the Monday. May 2. event will be held at the Thomapple Kellogg High School weight room Participants will lift three different lifts, the bench press, curls and squat Each student started taking pledges in mid-April and will continue through this Friday. Money raised from the event will be used to purchase new and replacement equip­ ment for the weight room Items needed include dumb bells, peck deck, incline bench. Olympic bar. neck machine and standing calf machine, according to TK coach Skip Pranger The equipment is housed in a fenced area in the balcony of the high school gym It is unlocked and open to anyone for use at 2:30 p.m . each weekday Pranger said the equipment also is used in physical educa tion classes and in some of the training for the athletic teams The current equipment was provided by the TK Athletic Boosters. Pranger said the goal for the lift-a-thon is $1,500. Donations also will be accepted TK Senior Party planned, May 29 Seniors may get tickets for the TK Senior Party Wednesdays in the cafeteria for $30 or call 795-7568 Committees met and finaliz­ ed plans for Middleville’* drug and alcohol-free over mghter to take place May 29 at an undisclosed location. One more general meeting is planned at the high school Monday, May 9, at 7 p.m. for the Steering Committee and all chairpeople to add the final touches Information to all parents is forthcoming. Phone 795-3345 ...for Sun & News ACTION ADS! �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I April 26. 1994 I Page 15 SPORTS TK softball team roars into season 6-0 season, the T-K team opened the season with a double­ header sweep of Maple Val­ ley 4-0 and 22-1, Apri 1 13. The Middleville varsity softball team downed I>owell 7-4. April 20, for its sixth straight win in six tries in the new softball season Katie Berg pitched a twohitter against the I>ady Lions, giving up two walks along the way and striking out four. Jansen, Holwerda, Smith and Amanda Hull-Neeson each had singles. In the nightcap blowout. Traci Campbell also had a two-hitter game. She had six strikeouts and zero walks in the five-inning game. Traci Campbell uppped her pitching record to 3-0, going the distance against the I^ady Red Arrows. During the game she struck out eight, walked only one and surren­ dered five hits. Jaime Strater led the hitting for the l>ady Trojans, going 2-4. Campbell, Katie Berg and Vikki Jansen each has a base hit with Jansen's being a triple. Holwerda went 2-3 at the plate and Strater was 2-4 with both getting a triple. Against Caledonia April 14. Berg shot her second two-hitter and gave up four walks and struck out two in the 12-2 stomping. Joy Smith has the leading batting average with .600, followed by Jansen with .583, Holwerda with .474 and Strater with .438. In other games so far this Strater had a triple in the game and Jansen had a pair of doubles. Smith and Holwera each had a pair of hits. Campbell had 10 strike outs in the first half of a double beader over Wayland which the Lady Scots won 51. She walked one and sur­ rendered two hits. In game two, Berg bad eight Ks, three walks and gave up four hits in the 12-3 Leading hitters in the dou­ ble hitter were Holwerda, who hit the sole homer for Caledonia in a 4-9 day al the plate. Berg was 4-5 with a triple and a double. Smith had a double. Amanda Osborne went 3-7 with a double. HullNeeson was 4-6. Jansen was 3-6 and Strater 3-8. TK baseball bullpen needing confidence The Middleville varsity baseball team has been get­ ting strong starting pitching, according to coach Tim Pennfield. But the relievers coming in late in the game with runners on base arc not getting the outs for which he'd hoped. / Ihc Trojans dropped a pair of games to non-league foe Wayland April 18 13-3 and 11-4 after keeping the score close through five innings. In the opener, the Trojans had a strong five innings off Nate Bundy. But after getting tapped for two base hits in the inning, he was relieved by Dwight Wade who gave up a three run single. The Trojans had been down 4-3 and were now "out for the count," the coach said. Bundy gave up two walks and had three strike outs in his five innings. Game two was the same story with the starting pitcher. Brad Williams, "had kept the Trojans close going into the fifth inning but ran out of gas," Pennfield said. "When he gave up two hits in the fifth, the reliever came in and Wayland got some runs off him." Highlight of the game for the Trojans was a basesloaded single by freshman first baseman Dan Mrozinski. In the first game Wade drove in Bundy and Williams on a single and Williams had three hits and a home run. TK netters notch 1st conference win The Middleville tennis team notched its first O-K Blue victory with a 6-1 win over W yoming Kelloggsville, Wednesday. In other tennis action, the Trojans lost non-league games to Hamilton on Monday and Caledonia on Thursday The team is now 1-1 in conference action. Versus the Rockets. second single player Brian Baugh­ man won a tight first set 7-5 before cruising through the second 6-3. Third singles Brett Bremer won easily 6-0, 6-1 and Kevin Wright took No. 4 sin­ gles 6-1, 6-1. The No. 1 doubles team of Ken Barrett and Rob Kiel took a win 6-2, 7-5. Brad Bedford and David Timm won a second doubles 6-4, 64 and Steve Dood and Ryan Olthouse won at No. 3 dou­ bles 6-4.6-1. In the Hamilton shut out, coach Larry Seger said his young team just ran up against a strong, experienced .................... Letterheads Business Cards Envelopes ___ ____ Brochures Wedding Invitations MORE Quality Printing at Affordable Prices' Call 945-9554 oc stop by . .. 1952 N. Broadway (M-43) team. "We lost a lot of match 62, 6-4, or 6-3, 6-2, so we won a lot of games but not enough to win any matches," Seger said. The only win over Caledo­ nia was a default win at No. 4 singles for Wright. Middleville JV softball team slow out of the gate The Middleville junior varsity softball team ended last week 1-5 on the new season. Sage Lucas, however, was the highlight of the team averaging .666 (12 for 18) with three doubles, three triples and six RBI Other hitters of note, Michelle Merlau had two triples, two doubles and and nine RBI Mandi DeWitt Phone 795-3345 for Sun & News Action Ads! �Page 16 I The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I April 26. 1994 TK girls track team fall in 0*K Blue opener, split with Delton, Comstock Park distances and Wisniewski was second in the 1600meters Pagano was third in the shot put and the discus and Reed was third in the 100and 200-meter hurdles In the Comstock dual. Ploeg took first in the long jump, high jump, 100- and 400-meter dashes, VanAmen won the 3 200-meters. Smith took the 300 hurdles. Reed the 100 hurdles and Smith. Wisniewski, VanAmen and Matson the two-nule relay. Seconds were scored by The Thornappie-Kellogg girls track and field team fell in their bid to win the opening dual meet against Hamilton in the first O-K Blue league meet, April 20. Taking first in the dual for the I^dy Trojans were Carla f*locg in the long jump and the 100*meter dash, Keri Koben in the 100- and 300meter hurdles and the relay team of Erin VanderSloot. Sarah Matson, Laura Reed and Jenna Shook in the 400meter relay. Finishing second were: Ploeg in the high jump. Shannon Pagano in the discus, Reed in the 100meter hurdles, Jessica VanAmen in the mile run and Jamie Smith in the 300meter hurdles. Taking third place were: Shook in the 100-meter hurdles, VanAmen in the KOO-me ter run, Kohen in the 200-meter dash and Sarah Allorc in the two-mile run. The Middleville girls lost to Delton 75-53 and defeated Comstock 66-61 in a tri-dual April 21. Taking first for T-K against Middleville were: Roeg in the long jump. 100and 400-metcr dashes, VanAmen in the 800-, 1600and 3200-metcr runs and the relay team of Smith, Matson. Wendy Wisniewski and VanAmen in the 3200-metcr relay. Maison also took second in the 400and KOO-meter Kathryn Rodriguez in the 100-meter hurdles. Angie Deboer in the 100-meter dash. VanAmen in the 800and 1600-meter runs. Reed in the 200-meter dash and Stephanie Potter in the 3200meter run. Third place finishes went to Jenna Shook in the 200meter dash. Pagano in the discus, VanderSloot in the long jump. Matson in the 400- and 800- meter runs, Wisniewski in the 1600meter run and Deboer in the 200-meter dash. TK girls golf team ranked 6th in the state The Middleville girls golf team have been rated sixth in the state in class B by the coaches poll. This is the highest the girls have ever been rated in state. The high rating is based on the girls ninth place finish at last year's slate meet. The TK team has four members returning from last year’s squad. Amy Missad. Sarah Beute. Amy Ybema and Kern McNees The TK girls have started the saeson off with a fine 7-1 record, with their only loss coming from the high rated Grandville team. On Apnl 15 the TK girls traveled to Maple Hills to play Grandville and Lowell. The girls were short-handed but shot a nice round of 302. Caledonia's Matt (Jeske steals second during the Byron Center game last week Grandville shot a 188 and Lowell shot a 230. Low rounds for TK were McNees 47. Ybema 47, Missad 53 and Mena Bedrick 56 On April 18 the girls went to Broadmoor to play Godwin and Caledonia. The TK girls shot a 193 to beat both teams. Low rounds for TK were McNees 46. Ybema 47, Missad 50 and Beute 50. Last Wednesday the girls played at Rolling Hills against Hudsonville and Calvin Chris­ tian The TK squad show a 188 to beat both Hudsonville 212 and Calvin Christian 236. Shooting low rounds for the TK girls were Ybema 44, McNees 47. Beute 48. and Missad 49. Thornapple valley Equipment, Inc. 1690 S. Bedford Road, Hastings, Ml 49058 Fillmore Equipment, inc. 4098 M-40, Holland, Ml 49423 Now offering their new PARTS DROP OFF CENTERS ■ Phone your order by 3.00 PM for same day delivery. ■ Benefit from combined John Deere parts inventory of over $1 million. ■ Call our parts departments for more details. ■ Now serving the following drop off centers: ® LAKE ODESSA ® LOWELL ® CALEDONIA Chris Moore winds up in the game against Byron Center last week. The Scots started the season on a 7-0 run before suffering the first loss to Kelloggsville, Friday. Scots diamond club stretches week with three extra-inning games The Caledonia varsity baseball team played started the season 7-0 with three extra inning wins last week, before being pulled down by Kelloggsville 7-4, Friday. Coach John Klunder said the boys had a slow start in the game and. from the third inning on. "didn't play bad baseball." But in the first three innings Kellogsville scored the runs it would need to take the game. Bob Anderson, one of six Scot hurlers with wins, also suffered the first loss to the bullpen bunch. "He didn't pitch bad," Klunder said. "Two of the run they scored in the first inning were unearned. I think it was the whole team who were unprepared mentally for this game and Kelloggsville took it to us early." The coach also said the fine pitching performance by the Rockets top pitcher Phil Hannon was a factor in the loss "I think-no. he is the best pitcher we’ve seen this year. And I think we ll see a lot of good pitchers in the OK gold this season. ’ Klunder said the league will be a tough road to work this year because there are no teams which are so w eak that everyone will walk over them. He sees Caledonia having to be ready mentally and physically for every game because of the competitiveness of the league. "Errors, both mental and physical, will turn wins into losses." he said. In other games this week. Eric Constant walked five times in five at bats and scored three runs, and Anderson, Clarence Fuller and Todd Hoek all had two runs batted in last Monday’s 7-5 extra-inning win over Grand Rapids West Catholic. The Scots and the Falcons held a 3-3 tie through the sixth when the G.R. team posted up two more. The Scots pounded out two in their half of the seventh to secure the extra innings and added two more in the eighth for the win. Winning pitcher in the game was Paul Minder, who came on in relief of Dave Uyl after 5 1/3. Minder allowed one run and struck out one. Pat Siegeman and Anderson both had a pair of hits in that game At East Grand Rapids on Wednesday, the Scots held an 8-3 lead going into the seventh with two outs, when "bad stuff happened," Klunder said. "They got a walk, we hit a batter, they singled, a walk, walk, walk and before we got them out, the score was tied 8-8.” The Scots came on to score one in the top of the ninth for the second extra-inning win of the week. Anderson got the win, coming in to pitch the final 2 1/3 innings. Malt Neely started the game and was relived after 7 1/3 by Adam Gall Gall had no decision in the game, but added three hits offensively and scored three runs. Fuller and Matt I Jeske and Chris Smith had a pair of RBI. Barr had a single and a double. In Thursday's game, Caledonia again lost the lead in the seventh inning when Byron Center came up from a 8-5 deficit. However, in their half of the eighth, Scots’ Fuller came home on a sacrifice fly by Barr for the winning run. Neely did the most damage to Bulldogs pitching with a three-run double, while Hoek had two hits and two RBI, Anderson had a single and a double and Constant walked four times. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / April 26. 1994 I Page 17 Scots varsity softball team raises record to 4-2 with shut out of Sparta, 14-9 slugfest over EGR The Caledonia varsity softball team’s Katie Donker pitched a 7-0 shut out at Sparta to raise her record to 4-0 this season. On Wednes­ day, her control wasn't near as close to the plate as she would like, but the offense racked up 14 runs to put the Lady Scots over East Grand Rapids 14-9. Against the Spartans, Donker aided her own cause with a two-run triple in the first and a one-run double in the fifth. The Lady Scots ran up three in the first when Jodi VanderVeide led off with a single and stole second. Julie Tuinstra doubled her in and came in on Donker's triple. Donker came in on a sacrifice fly. The Scots scored again in the second when J ay me Poll and Jenny Feenstra singled. VanderVeide laid down a "perfect suicide squeeze," to score Poll. Scoring was tidied up in the fifth with Tuinstra and Donker doubling and Fcenstra s RBI single. Tuinstra was 2-3 at the plate, scored two runs and two RBI. Donker was 2-3 with two RBI. Feenstra is 8-8 on stolen Donker was the starting pitcher and stranded six run­ ners in the first four innings. Freshman Christine Gillard picked up her first save by holding off the Lady Pioneers in the final three innings. At the plate, Donker is hit- ting .444 and has a slugging percentage of .778 with four extra base hits. With the shut out, her pitching earned run average is down to 2.50. Coach Jon Pelletier said the team expected a good battle by EGR. but the high scoring game was a "real wild one." Fun filled weekend planned for April 30-May 1 Breakaway Bicycles has teamed up with the Michigan Mountain Biking Association and would like to invite all mountain bikers and outdoor enthusiasts to take part in a weekend filled with family fun and. in turn, raise funds in support of the Yankee Springs State Park Deep Lake Cam­ pground Trail System The festivities begin on Saturday. April 30. Par­ ticipants will have the oppor­ tunity to venture out for a night ride on the premier mountain biking trail in Middleville Softball Assoc, to meet The Middleville Softball Association will meet Wednesday night, April 27 at the Swamp Fox al 7 p.m. All managers and coaches should plan to attend this important meeting For more information call 795-9386. bases In the game over the Pio­ neers. Michele Colburn was 3-4, scored four runs and had two RBI. VanderVeide had a two-run triple in the sixth to cap off a six-run inning and Heather VanEnk was 1-4 and had four RBI. United States of of America Federal Energy Regulartory Commission southwest Michigan After the ride, everyone will be invited to a camp-fire social On Sunday. May I. moun tain bikers will test their riding skills and go against their own personal best in one or two time trial rides The first time trial ride b a twomile loop and the second time trial ride is an 11 mile loop. The time trials are open to beginners, sports and experts. The entry fee is $20 and allows each participant to ride in the night ride and both the two-mile time trial and the Synopsis of Minutes Thornapple Township April II. 1994 Regular meeting colled at 7 05 pm Board Members Present 5 Others 20 printed Printed bills in the omounl of $'00 896 39 were op Regular Meetings of the Thornapple Township Board ...will be held on the Second Monday of each month, 7:00 P.M., at the Township Hall, 200 E. Main St., Middleville, MI. Regular Meetings of the Thornapple Township Planning Commission ...will be held on the third Monday of each month. 7:30 P.M., at the Township Hall, 200 E. Main St., Middleville. MI. Ikmna Kenyon (W0) Thornapple Township Clerk Motion posted unommously to table request* regarding Tim merman property Motion passed unanimously Processing toning omondment Motion passed unanimously adopting Mineral Extraction and Processing amendments to the zoning ordinance. Motion passed accepting Plan­ ning Commission recommenda­ tion to deny rezoning property on Moe Road Motion passed unanimously authorizing Supervisor to obtain cost estimates for extending sewer extension to two Duncan Lake lots Motion passed unanimously adopting resolution to collect property tax administration fee Meeting adjourned at 10:50 Donna Kenyon, Clerk (301) VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Village of Middleville Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider the following request. Ross Sclafni APPLICANT: The applicant requests a special land use to REQUEST: allow the serving of food and beverages outside of an enclosed building pursuant to Section 11.5(a) of the Zoning Ordinance. 120 East Main Street LOCATION. Permanent Parcel No.: 08-41-013-011-00 PUBLIC HEARING May 3, 1994 DATE: 7:30 P.M. TIME: Middleville Village Hall LOCATION: 100 East Main Street Middleville, Ml 49333 Interested persons who wish to present their views may do so by attending the public hearing, or by sending written comments to the Village Hall at the aforementioned address. All Informa­ tion relative to this request may be reviewed at the Village Hall located at 100 East Main Street, during normal business hours. mgs Stale Park Deep Lake Mountain Bike Trial The Michigan Mountain Biking Association works with land managers to build and maintain trails and educate new riders For fur­ ther information please con­ tact Breakaway Bicycles at (616) 349-5555. SYNOPSIS • YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP BOARD MEETING Regulor Board Meeting April 14 1994 Meeting called to order by Supervisor London Present: London. Cook. Herold. Finkbeiner and 15 visitor*. Absent Vander Bee with Minutes of Morch 10 April 7, and Financial report of Morch 31. approved. Road maintenance Motion passed to spend $73 505 for roads in 1994 5. Covers Shaw lake Rd Yankee Springs Rd Payne Lake Rd and mi»c grovel Willton Dr. Special Assess men! District May proceed Oakwood Shores Special Assessment District first Public Hearing will be held May 12. 1994 Roof bid decision will be mode in Moy Motion to pay bills Yes. all. Meeting adjourned Koren Tucker. (110) Deputy Clerk 302) HtMOPK PMMHVAHON (M*Ol CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDOHIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on May 2, 1994 at 7:00 p.m., the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, concerning the application of Donald Fredricks for an ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia so as to amend the Final Development Plan of Valley Point West Planned Unit Development, in accordance with an amended Development Plan. The Planned Unit Development covers the following described lands: A parcel of land in the Southeast 14, Section 17, described as follows: To find the place of begining of this description, com­ mence at the East 1/4 post of said section; run thence South 00’44’06” East along the East line of said Section 751 88 feet; thence South 73’56’49” West 1510.77 feet to the centerline of State Trunk Line Highway M-37 and the place of beginning of this description; running thence South 27’42’28” East 160.62 feet; thence South 88’23’59” West 188 feet; thence South 00*36’01” East 383.8 feet; thence South 88’23’59” West 1039.93 feet to a point on the North-South 1/4 line of said section; thence North 01’06’44” West along said North-South 1/4 line of said section 345.9 feet; thence North 88’16’04” East 398.01 feet; thence North 73’56’49” East 780.94 feet to a point on the centerline of said State Trunk Line Highway M-37; thence South 27’42’28” East along said centerline of said highway 15.3 feet to the place of beginning, and also those lands located north of the above described lands and that are occupied by part of the entrance area of the driveway, as shown on the Development Plan, Township 5 North, Range 10 West, Caledonia Township, Kent County, Michigan. A copy of the proposed amending ordinance and the amended Development Plan for Valley Point West Industrial Park Planned Unit Development are on file and may be examined at the offices of the Caledonia Township Clerk, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, during regular business hours. All interested persons may attend the public hearing and be heard with regard to the requested amendment. Dated: April 11, 1994 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA Dated: April 19, 1994 VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE PLANNING COMMISSION ll-mile time trial Camping will be available for the weekend and the cost is $6 per night All participants will have the opportunity to win prizes, have fun. make new friends and help support the efforts of the Michigan Moun­ tain Biking Association in their work at the Yankee Spr- (109) �Page 18 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / April 26. 19SM Scots boys down Wayland, Allegan in track double dual, place 3rd in Coopersville Classic The Caledonia boys track team defeated Wayland 8750 and Allegan 89-48 in a double dual meet April 21. The wins brings the Sccxs dual meet record to 3-0 in the new season. Winning first place over the Wildcats were: Jason King in the 100-meter dash at 11.3 seconds and 200meters at 24.0; Keith Bohez, long jump 18 feet, 5 1/2 inches; Brian Nowak, pole vault. 11' 6". Ben Lillie 1600-meter run, 4:46.3; Chris Allen 400-meters. 54.5, Ben Potgeter. 2:09.5 and Pete Parbel, 3200-meters. 9:56.6. John Soderman. coach of the team, said it was the first time in his career that he's seen someone break the 3200- me ter s in less than 10 minutes back to back. Relays team taking first place were the team of Ben Thompson, Potgeter, Parbel, and Lillie in the 3200-relay at 8:40.8; King, Keith Bohez, John Winquest and Joe Niang, 800-meter relay, 1:35,4 and King, Bohez, Winquest and John Oldfield, 400-relay at 45 47. In the Coopersville Classic, where schools provide seventh- and eighth­ grade teams, ninth- and 10th- grade team and 1 lib- and 12th-grade teams, the Caledonia varsity squad suffered a "few minor baubles which happen early in the season/ and finished third behind Grandville and Cedar Springs. Caledonia 3200-meter relay team of Thompson. Potgeter. Parbel and Lillie at 8:30.8. Taking second were the relay team of King. Bohez. Winquest and Oldfield in the 400-relay at 45.7, Parbel in the 3 200-meter run at 10:07 and King in the 100-meter dash. Third place finishes were turned in by Parbel in the 1600-meter at 4:36.4. the 1600-meter relay team of Adam Paarlberg, Matt Postma. Potgeter and Winquest at 3:43.2 and King in the 200-meters. Lady Scots down Squires in track The Caledonia Giris Track Team opened its 1994 season with a 69'4-58% win over Calvin Christian April 12. Calvin Christian won all four field events with throws of 29’%” in the shot put and 93’4'' in the dicus. The Squires won the high jump with a leap of 4’10" and the long jump was 15’434”. Caledonia’s 3200-meter relay team of Karyn Duba. Sarah Parbel. Shannon Houseman and Barb Warner were first with a time of 10:03 8 The 400 meter relay team of Kelly Mulder. Kelly Veiling. Amanda Wolfert, and Sheri Vredevoogd were first in 55 6 Vredevoogd and Missy Dykgraaf were second and third in the 100-meter hurdles in 18.5 and 18.3 Mulder won the 200-meter dash (28.6) and was second in the 100-meter dash (13.7). Katie Benham was first in the 300-meter hurdles in 54.5. Jill Hofmann won the 400-meter dash (1:05.6), Bam Warner was first inthe 800-meter run 2:37.8. Karyn Ikiha won the 1600-meter in a NOTICE of PUBLIC HEARING TOWNSHIP Of YANKEE SPRINGS BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN / came in with 93 points. Grandville had 101 1/2 and Cedar Springs had 99 Nine teams took part in the classic. Taking first were Potgeter in the 800-meters at 3:06.9. Nowak in the pole vault with a vault of 12 feet and the TO: THE RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS OF THE TOWNSHIP OF YANKEE SPRINGS. BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, AND ANY OTHER IN­ TERESTED PERSONS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that as a result of Petitions of property owners within the Township signed and filed by the record owners of land whose footage con­ stitutes not less than 51% of the total parcel owners of the hereinafter described Oakwood Shores Special Assessment District, the Township Board of the Township of Yankee Springs proposes to provide for the construction and in­ stallation of an extension to the public sewage system and to create a special assessment for the recovery of the cost thereof by special assessment against the properties benefited therein. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE the District within which the foregoing im­ provements are proposed to be constructed and within which the cost thereof is proposed to be assessed is more particularly described as follows: Lots 45 through 53 of Oakwood Shores No. 2; also those properties located North and East of existing Oakwood Shores lettered A, B, C & D. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE the total cost will be equally divided among all parcel owners within said District, regardless of parcel size, road frontage, number of lots owned, etc. All parcel owners/persons will be charged on the basis of 12 owners/persons. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the Township Board has received engineering plans showing the improvements and location thereof together with an estimate of the costs of such construction in the approximate amount of $18,000.00, has placed the same on file with the Township Clerk, has passed a Resolution tentatively declaring its intention to make such improvements and to create the aforementioned Special Assessment District, and has further ten­ tatively found the Petitions for improvement to be in compliance with statutory requirements. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that said Plans, Special Assessment District and Petitions may be examined at the Office of the Township Clerk from the date of this Notice until and including the date of the public hearing hereon and may further be examined at such public hearing PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that a public hearing upon such Petitions, Plans, District and Estimate of Costs will be held at the Yankee Springs Township Hall, 284 N. Briggs Road. Middleville, Michigan, within the Township commencing at 7:30 p.m. on May 12, 1994 At such hearing, the Board will consider any written objections to any of the foregoing matters which might be filed with said Board at or prior to the time of said hearing as well as any revisions, corrections, amendments, or changes to said Plans, Estimates and Costs or to said Special Assessment District. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE any person objecting to the Special Assess­ ment roll or any part thereof must appear in person at such hearing or must file a written objection or protest at or before such hearing, in order to be able to appeal the assessment to the State Tax Tnbunal in the event the same is approved by the Township Board. Any such appeal must be filed within 30 days after the date of the confirmation of the roll by the Township Board All interested persons are invited to be present at the aforesaid time and place and to submit comments concerning any of the foregoing. Yankee Springs Township will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the heanng impaired and audio tapes of printed material being considered at the hearing upon five (5) days notice to the Yankee Springs Township Clerk. Individuals with disabilities requmng auxiliary aids or services should contact the Yankee Springs Township Clerk by wnting or call­ ing the Clerk at the address or telephone number listed herein. Harvey E. Vander Bee. Clerk 284 N Briggs Road Middleville, Ml 49333 Telephone 795-9091 (111) new school record time of 5:14.8. Sarah Flegel was first in the 3200-meter run 12:19.0. The Caledonia team went 2-0 after its 98-29 win Ml Wayland Thursday afternoon. Karyn Duba set a new school record in the 1600-meter run with a time of 5:11.5 In the file events. Amanda Minor won the shot put with a toss of 28’4” and Heather Polmanteer won the discus with a throw of 88’ 10". Kelly Mulder was first in the long jump with a leap of 14’7". The 3200-meter relay team of Sarah Parbel. Beth Parbel. Barb Warner and Duba was first in 9:55.0. The 800-meter relay team of Mulder. Kelly Benham. Amanda Wolfert. Wends Faber won in 1:56.7. The 400-meter relay of Mulder. Benham. D. Benham. Faber were victorious in 55.7. The 1600-meter relay team of S. Parbel. B. Warner. Hofmann. Duba were medalists in 4:23.0. Missy Dykgraaf won the 100-meter hurdles 18.1 and Dorothy Benham *on the 300-meter hurdles in 52.9. In the dashes. Faber was first in the 100-meter at 13.2 and 200-meter at 28.9 and Jeff Hofmann won the 400-meter with a time of 1.06.6. Sarah Flagel was first in the 3200-meter run with a time of 12 ()Q The Lady Scots entertain Kenowa Hills tonight. April 26 and Cedar Springs on Thursday, and host the Caledonia Relays on Saturday Scots JV softball team start season 4-1 The Caledonia junior varsity softball team started the season last week with wins over Middleville and East Grand Rapid*, shut outs Caledonia freestylers wrestle at Delton, Belding Twenty-nine wrestlers represented Caledonia Freestyle Wrestling Club at tournaments held in Belding and Delton this past April 16. Solid wrestling by Brandon Cance and Jordan Trudeau restuled in third place finishes for them in Group 1. Nine-year old Jacob Klapmust and Michael Tomanek set the pace for Group 11 with gold-medal winning perfor­ mances. Brandon Schalk con­ tinued his winning streak by placing second and Ryan Dykehouse earned a fourth­ place finish. Fifth year wrestler, Seth Temple, ended the day with a gold medal in the 75-pound weight category for Group 111 Christopher Smith and Nicholas Love were awarded silver medals. Ten-year-old Patrick Huver doublemedaled with a first in Greco Roman and a third in Freestyle. Caledonia proved to be strong contenders in Group IV with Zach Hollingshead leading off with a first place. Silver medals were won by Nick Draft Dustin McFarlin, Todd Maines and BJ. Tomanek Placing third were Casey Kinney, Michael Klapmusl and Nick Webster Cadet wrestlers Curt Pyper and Chris Love were both awarded silver medals at the Fnday night tournaments Also wrestling was Brandon Gnnage. Ryan James, Robbie LaFoumain. Scot Hang, Ryan Mosey. Craig CMand. Mark Pyper. Rory Root and Kevin Smith of Byron Center and Allegan. The only loss of the week was to Hamilton. The junior Scots defeated Middleville 21-4 to open, and followed it up with the 23-0 pasting of Allegan before the 18-4 loss. The team bounced back to win 15-12 over EGR and then the huge 29-0 victory over Byron Center. Sherry Bailey is averaging eight strike outs and three walks per game. Kristy DeBoer is also repoted by the coach. Duane Petrosky, as to have pitched a good game. DeBoer leads the team with one home run and several doubles. "Every me me her of the team has contributed with a hit. sacrifice bunt or key base running,” Petrosky said. Other members of the team include Renee Simoncau. Keri Reiffer, Becky Brown, Becky Hudson, Joncl Warner, Kim Stegenga, Nikki Vandcrlxxin and Jill Gardner. — WANTED — Part-time General Office Help need­ ed for Caledonia Village. Prefer vill­ age resident. Pick up application at 250 Maple Street, or call Jackie Cherry, 891-9384. JOBS! JOBS! JOBS! JOBS! PUNCH/TRIM PRESS SPOT WELDING STACK/INSPECT WILL TRAIN IF HAVE: • Factory/Production Background • Steady Work History • High School Diploma or GED • Mechanically Inclined/Team Worker • Will Work As Much Overtime As Needed 2 large metal part manufacturers located on South end of Grand Rapids (along 131) call us for new employees. All positions require a long term commitment. Apply S-11 am or 1 3:30 pm Weekday* with 2 piece* of ED. 507 36111 st (about 1 mite East of U S 131) PEOPLEMARK LhYcJ, -TA <616) 2456161 Equal Opportunity Employer . �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / April 26. 1994 / Page 19 CHS Faculty Follies net $600 for senior scholarships by Barbara Gall Staff Writer The fifth annual Caledonia High School “Ffaculty FFollies" provided its au­ dience the usual mix of the sil­ ly and the sublime Saturday evening The yearly fund-raiser net­ ted $600 for two scholarships to be given to 1994 graduates Recipients will be announced at graduation For this year's program, the CH.S staff recruited some talent from “across the street “with the appearance of Caledonia Elementary teacher Megan Brown, who perform ed a dramatic reading of "Tale of the Oyster “ Caledonia Middle School Principal Clark Volz also joined the cast this year to help with a gentle roast of retiring Caledonia Superinten­ dent Robert Myers in a “Restructured Jeopardy" game Volz also donned tutu and tennis shoes as a rookie member of the ballet troupe that has traditionally perform­ ed the grand finale to the Ffollies Caledonia School Board member Fred Boncher con­ tributed to the serious side of the program, singing two John Denver hits, and Tom Kaechele dedicated his solo. “Wind Beneath My Wings" to retiring coach and former athletic director John Soderman Music teachers Nancy TenElshof and Carol Gess flavored their excellent “Chopsticks" duet with some cornedk touches, but Visions and Volunteers advisors Ruth Grinstead and Chris Koryto sang from the heart in a tribute to their students with “Love Can Build a Bridge." The "ballet troup.” always the highlight of the evening, this year went coed, and also recruited the uiencs of CHS varsity basketbail coach Larry Rea. who teaches at the mid­ dle school, and Caledonia Food Services Director Eric Neenng CHS Principal Tonya Porter and math teacher Gus Wagner again emceed the event, which was coordinated by English teacher Lois Lamb The evening closed with the entire cast and crew joining in “The Greatest Gift" during a slide show of the CHS students during their interim activities. Margaret Anderson and Larry Rea grace the CHS stage as part of the Pirouet­ ting Pals ballet troup, which performed in Saturday's Ffaculty Ffollies. Nancy Ten Elshof fresh­ ens up’ while duet part­ ner Carol Gess was performing an extended cadenza on the piano This backup group, called 'The Do-wops joined The Electric Cowboys' for this year's Ffollies. Harmonizing with Cowboy Bob Szymoniak (right) are Ruth Grinstead, Chris Koryto, Beth Nykamp ond Tom Peck. Planning Commission recommends renewal for VerMeulen PMR by Barbara Gall Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Planning Commission last week unanimously recom­ mended the Township Board renew the Planned Mineral Removal (PMR) permit for the VerMeulen & Associates sand mine at 7777 Whitneyville Road. Township Attorney James Brown reminded the commis­ sion that this sand mining operation was established in 1989 as part of a consent judgement in circuit court. The judgement followed settlement of a lawsuit filed against Caledonia Township by the original sand mine developers. Douglas VerMeulen and Harry Mast Thai settlement, as approv­ ed by the court, included allowing the operation a max­ imum of four three-year renewals The original PMR permit expired in November. 1992. and Brown said the ordinance for the new permit would be the same as the original, ex­ cept it would include the court-approved changes made to the settlement in 1991. The most significant of these changes was to reduce VerMeulen s performance bond from $150,000 to $50,000. Brown said. Township Planner Mark VanderPloeg said that a public hearing is not required for recommending a PMR renewal Township Supervisor Tom Garbow has inspected the pit and found it in compliance with its permit and the court settlement If the Township Board approves the renewal, the developer must return in 1995 if he w ishes to continue mining the site, and his opera­ tion must remain in com­ pliance with the PMR In other business, the com­ mission also approved the final development plan for the PUD (planned unit develop­ ment) ordinance for the Trent Henry Meadow s single-family site condominium develop­ ment to be constructed at 8000 84th Street The developer has met the directions of the County Dram Commissioner for handling a problem with storm water runoff on the pn'penv As re­ quested by the commissioner, he has lowered the water level of a detention pond on the pro­ perty to reduce flooding problems in a neighboring development, and a controlled runoff for storm water has been created Commission Chairman Dick Dunn complimented developer Tom Fischer and the neighbors of the project in their cooperative effort io work out the problem "h sets a great example of the way we ought to work out our problems in this township." he added Final approval for both the Vermeulen PMR and the Trent Henry PUD rests with the Township Board Coledonia Elementary's Megan Brown hams it up with her reading of Tale of the Oyster.' 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Middle Villa Inn on M-37 North of Middleville Open 7 Days a Week 795-3640 or 891-1287 9790 CHERRY VALLEY, M-37 CALEDONIA � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/704/SunandNews_1994-05-03.pdf 07389ed51c30dc355ab9ea13c7144242 PDF Text Text Your Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas Middleville, Michigan 49333 No. 14 / May 3, 1994 Caledonia High School presents ’94 Top Ten by Barbara GaD Staff Writer Ixu by Senior Glass Presi­ dent and Valedictorian Sara Poll, the top ten academic leaders of the Caledonia High School Class of 1994 have been announced. Poll's scholarship and lead­ ership abilities have earned her the class presidency both her sophomore and senior years. A member of the Na­ tional Honor Society, and the school's Student Congress, she was chosen for the Prin­ cipal's leadership Award and has served as a teen leader for the CHS Teen Institute. She also has been active musically as a member of the high school orchestra, the or* chestra quintet and the pit or­ chestra. She sings with the CHS Choralaires vocal en­ semble. A member of (he junior varsity softball team her sophomore year, she has kcp< the statistics for the CHS wrestling team far four years. Outside of school, she has served as her church youth group president, has sung with the church choir and participated in the Grand Rapids Youth Symphony Or­ chestra. She also was a mem­ ber of her church's Pastoral Search Committee. Although her career plans are to enter the engineering field or another math-related occupation, she said she has learned a lot about the busi­ ness world through her part- Jenelle Douglas Brent Boncher Lindy Burrows Kim Gross Greg Pavlovic Matt Priskorn Jill Ruthig Sarah Shoemaker Eric Snyder time work at Breton Insur­ ance. In her spare time, she en­ joys swimming, playing softball on her church team, bik­ ing, working and watching ball games. The daughter of Kenneth and Janneth Poll of Caledo­ nia, Sara plans to begin col­ lege this fall, probably at Grand Valley State Univer­ sity. Jenelle Douglas has been named salutatorian of the Class of 1994. She is a member of the National Honor Society, the CHS chapter of Students Against Drunk Driving. S.A.D.D., the Honors Choir and she earned a junior var­ sity letter in track. She has served as a presen­ ter for the Visions and Volunteers class, as a coordinator for the "See You At the Pole” peer prayer group, participated in the Close-Up program and worked as a teacher's aide. Active in her church, Jenelle serves on its Youth Planning Committee, is co­ captain of the bus ministry, teaches in the Children's Church, sings in the youth choir, "Love Light," and has worked in the Bible School Sara Poll and nursery. She also has participated in three summer missions trips. She is working part-time at the Uptown Cleaners, and plans to continue working while attending Cornerstone College (formerly Grand Rapids Baptist College) to become an elementary teacher. Jenelle is the daughter of C. Malcolm and Ilene Dou­ glas. The remaining Top Ten se­ niors are profiled in alpha­ betical order: Brent Boncher is unde­ cided whether he wants to pursue medicine, law, inter­ national business or join the political arena, but he does know he'll be attending the See Top Ton, page 2 Middleville sewer construction nearly ready to begin Anything and everything will be for sale at the annual Middleville Garage Sale days on July 15, 16. Last year's event drew many shoppers to the village. Middleville’s annual garage sale set for July 15,16 The Middleville Garage Sale, an event some wait for all year, has been scheduled for Friday, July 15 and Saturday, July 16 this year. People from a wide area of the stale make a stop at the Middleville event where many individuals and groups bold garage sales all at the same lime Interest in the giant sale starts early in the year, with some planning a day or two around shopping as many of the sales as they like. To make each garage sale easier to find, signs are put in each y ard on sale day*. Watch for more announcement* as the dates for the sale get closer For information. call 945 5779. by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The Middleville Village Council has made the final decision to award the sewer contruction contract to Erhardt Construction Com­ pany, the low bidder on the job. Erhardt's bid of $2,009,880 represents a substantial sav­ ings from the estimated $2.5 million cost according to Village Manager Ev Manshum Part of the approximately $80,000 in savings is due to the use of the alternative equipment package, using Jet Tech equipment rather than that from AquaAerobics. The engineers, along with Manshum and former Village Manager Ernie Ball, recently flew to the Jet Tech plant and an existing sequential batch reactor site before making the final recommendation to the council. Because of the recent trip, council members received the recommendation shortly before Tuesday's meeting The issue was approved by all but one trustee Councilman Floyd Bray voted “no” because he wanted to have more time before making the final decision. The only remaining step in the process before construc­ tion can begin is final ap­ proval by the Barry County Board of Commissioners Manshum said that the issue will come before the board at the Tuesday, May 10 meeting. “Erhardt Construction is ready to begin now," Man­ shum said. “They’re chomp­ ing at the bit to get going on the project.” “We are ail excited, too,” he said. The sewer project for the village has taken several years and had many ups and downs, and changes. The Village Council also approved the sale of one of the lots in the Middleville In­ dustrial Park. Dave and Barb Dykstra have purchased Lot No. I and plan to locale the Dan Valley Excavating business at the See Sewer Construction, page 2 In This Issue.... • Caledonia Twp. Board to hold Special Meeting • Dutton Elementary aims for multi-age option • Robert Bender won’t seek another term in Lansing • Opposition to Middleville Rails to Trails plan voices complaints �Page 2 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I May 3, 1994 Top Ten continued from page 1— __________________________________ —------------------------------- Hoqors Program at the Uni­ versity of Michigan next fall. A member of the National Honor Society, be has twice served as a class officer and has been an active leader of the CHS Student Congress, serving as treasurer, vice president and president. He was a winner of Steketee's Environmental Essay Contest and a recipient of a Kent County Education As­ sociation scholarship. Brent also excelled in soc­ cer during high school, earn­ ing all-conference and all-re­ gional honors as a senior. He was named to the All-State Academic soccer team, and was a finalist for the MHSAA scholarship in soccer. He was chosen for the CHS Summer Science Institute, has participated in school musicals, sings with the Choralaires and has played with the high school band and jazz band. Outside school, he sings in the church choir and has served as a director for the New Antioch youth group and worked as a volunteer for Habitat for Humanity, God's Kitchen and his church's Jail Ministry Christmas parly. He enjoys water skiing, boating and volleyball when he's not in school or deliver­ ing pizzas for Pizza Hut. He said his pizza delivery job has taught him how to better interact with people. Brent is the son of Fred and Marilou Boncher of Caledonia. Top Ten scholar Lindy Burrows has served her class as president, representative and treasurer, and she has 'been active in Student Congress, serving as treasurer both her junior and senior years. The daughter of Brian Bur­ rows of Caledonia, she en­ joyed mentoring an elemen­ tary student during her sophomore and junior years, and this year is working both as a tutor and as a student aide in the elementary and middle schools. A member of the CHS tennis team for two years, she also participated for two years in the Model United Nations program. In addition to her school activites. Lindy has studied dance for the last seven years at the Caledonia Dance Cen­ ter. She works as a waitress at Pizza Hut and has worked two summers at Splash Water Park . She said her jobs have brought her in contact with different kinds of people, and she has learned to respect those differences. Lindy plans to attend Cen­ tral Michigan University this fall where she will study to become a teacher with a background in the field of psychology. Kim Grom also is consid­ ering a career in teaching, though her career interests still include pediatrics, busi­ ness and nursing. She will at­ tend Michigan State Univer­ sity after working full time at Steelcase this summer. During her high school years, Kim has earned aca­ demic honors, participated on the freshman and sophomore softball teams and is a mem­ ber of the ski club. She has volunteered to help with the Special Olympics through her employer. D & W Food Stores, and volunteered more than 60 hours of community service through the CHS Visions and Volunteers class. In her spare time she en­ joys being with her friends, meeting people and traveling. Kim is the daughter of Vern and Valerie Gross of Caledonia. While earning good grades, Greg Pavolic still has found time to donate more than 130 hours to volunteer efforts such as the Cannonsburg Challenged Ski Association and as a tutor for elementary students. Quality Programs An avid skier, he has been a member of the high school ski club for four years, and be also played two years of golf for the CHS team. He is a member of the Na­ tional Honor Society, was chosen Employee of the Month at Wendy s Restaurant and is a recipient of the Pres­ idential Youth Service Award. He presently works parttime at the Crystal Springs Golf Course, and in his leisure time enjoys swim­ ming, motorcycling and, of course, golfing. Greg is the son of Bob and Sharon Pavolic and plans to study engineering at the Uni­ versity of Michigan next year. Top Ten senior Matt Priskorn also enjoys skiing, and has been a member of the ski club for three years. In the warmer weather, he likes to play tennis and golf, and works at the Saskatoon Country Club. At CHS, he has partici­ pated in the CHS Close Up program, the CHS mentor­ ship program and has tutored Spanish at the elementary school. He is a member of the National Honor Society. Active in the school band and orchestra, he also is ac­ tive at his church, where he has served as an officer of tris youth group and on the youth board. He is an usher and a sound technician for the church services The son of Mark and Jean Priskorn of Caledonia, Matt plans to attend the University of Michigan Dentistry School and eventually specialize in orthodontics. Jill Kuthig is another top ten senior who has balanced academics with music and church activities. She is a member of the National Honor Society and has worked in the peer tutor­ ing program and tutored ele­ mentary students in Spanish. She also served on the SOLD! IN 1994 WE ARE WELL ON OUR WAY TO OUR FINEST YEAR. IT SEEMS WE’RE SEL­ LING EVERYTHING THAT’S NOT NAILED DOWN! LET MILLER REAL ESTATE PUT A “SOLD” SIGN IN YOUR YARD! IF YOU’RE THINKING OF SELLING, CALL US TODAY. H Active in the Student Congress, she also is a mem­ ber of the National Honor Society and SADD. She served on the School Im­ provement Team last year, and is the recipient of the Outstanding Junior Award and the Daughters of the American Revolution Award. Outside school, she is a member of her church youth group and has volunteered to help with blood drives and the Toys for Tots Christmas gift program. She said she has learned a lot about dealing with chil­ dren through her part-time job at the Caledonia Child Care Center, but when she is not working, she enjoys sail­ ing, swimming, going to movies and reading poetry. She will work at two jobs this summer, then will begin her studies at Michigan State University, where she plans to major in mathematics so she can become a statistician. Sarah is the daughter of Stephen and Laura Shoe­ maker of Caledonia. Michigan State University also is the choice of Top Ten senior Eric Snyder, who plans to study engineering after graduating from CHS. The son of Carlon and Jaunita Snyder of Alto, Eric is a member of the National Honor Society and is listed in Who's Who Among American High School Students. Ik has participated in track fix two years and earned the varsity letter in cross country. Eric works part time as an electronics salesman at Wit­ mark's. and he says his job has helped him become ac­ customed to talking with people. In his spare time, he enjoys running, camping and remote control airplanes. TK 1st grader plant-a-tree REAL ESTATE MILLER MEANS Sarah Ann Shoemaker is another senior who has found time to develop both her leadership and her academic skills while in high school. Quality People Miller Since 1940 School Improvement Team her junior year Jill played flute and oboe in the high school band all four years and played oboe in the orchestra for three years. She played saxophone in the jazz band and rounded out her musical skills, playing percussion as well as the sax in the marching band. At her church, she sings in the choir, plays in the church orchestra and has participated in several church fund-raisers for charitable causes. When she is not busy with school or church activities, or working at Pfeiffer Infiniti, she enjoys reading. Though undecided about which school she will attend, she does plan to continue her education to study Spanish and international relations. She thinks she might then pursue a career in interna­ tional business or politics. Jill is the daughter of Jan and Dwayne Ruthig of Cale­ donia. 1. hOTTH Of WDOLCVUI. This 3 bedroom raised ranch home has a kitchen and dining area with sliders to o large deck a living room with a Ben Franklin fireplace I '4 baths a recreation room. 2'6 car garage and a 24x32 pole building. All located on 1.2 acres! Call Gene Poll, office 795-3305 or home 795-9521 ..................................... $94 900 1 ICW USTWG 3 wooded acres between Middleville and Caledonia Walkout building fin* homes Coll Cathy Williamson for mor* information. Office 795-3305 or home 7959090 $26 900 MIDDLEVILLE STAFF Cathy Williamson CRS GRI...795-9090 Kay Stobonburg Assoc Broker......... 795-7272 Gene Poll. Assoc Broker. GRI. 795 9521 Karen Brown......... 795 9331 Office: 497 Arlington, M-37 Phone (616) 795-3305 OFFICES IN HASTINGS AND MIDDLEVILLE JWWTjTTAiWJ !>. iwwtjw ujubiijijl L=J 11 rua—■" First graders and fifth graders at Thornapple Kellogg Schools got to take home evergreen seedlings to plant in the yard. These first graders (front, from left) Mandi Stade, Kodi Nicholson, and Brie Van Dommelen; (middle, from left) Jimmy Dawson, Robby Lemon, Andy Sanford, and Danny Buxton; and (back, from left) Danny Thompson, Lori Ann DeWitt, Jordan Barber, and Jack Janose were excited about this program that is sponsored by the Western Michigan Tree Planting Pro­ gram in cooperation with AMIS and the International Trees Corps. Sewer construction continued from page 1 corner of Crane and Whitneyville Roads They will be putting up a 60xl24-foot pole barn type building with a brick front to house materials, equipment, offices, and a maintenance area There will be room to house offices of another business if thes choose to do so. Plans also include a screen­ ed in fence around any equip­ ment that is stored outside of the building In other business, the village council: — Passed a resolution to authorize Manshum and Oliver to sign the contract with the Michigan Depart­ ment of Transportation for federal aid fur the West Stale Read paving project. — Approved a resolution for the village in purchasing items costing more than $20,000 in compliance with Public Acts 167 and 168 of 1993. — Received word that Manshum has been selected as chairman of Region 2 of the Michigan Municipal League STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY Call us for a quote for all of your insurance needs. • Auto • Life • Health Home • Business • Investment Caledonia Village Centre 9365 Cherry Valley Avenue Caledonia, Ml 49316 891-9294 �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml I May 3, 1994 I Page 3 Board to consider withdrawing lands from PA 116 Caledonia Twp. Board to hold special meeting tonight TK Bulletin Board May 2-6 — Teacher Appreciation Week. Swimming for kindergarten and Mrs Warren’s 1st grade May 3 — National Teacher s Day! Donuts made available by PEP for $.50 each. National Honor Society has a special breakfast for the High School teachers. KCEA has a special banquet honoring outstanding staff members. Our own Dave Peet (at McFall) and Luella Murphy (T.K library) will also be by Barbara Gall 5/a# Writer The Caledonia Township Board will hold a special meeting at 7 p.m. this even­ ing. Tuesday . May 3. to con­ sider a request to withdraw lands from the Farmland Development Rights Agree­ ment (PA 116). The meeting will be held at the Caledonia VillageTownship Hall. 250 Maple. John Dermody. who owns 77 acres fronting 68th Street near M-37. has asked the board to allow him to withdraw the property from PA 116 so he can sell it. honored. (Way to go!) May 4 — Grandparent s/Special person s day at McFall for M/W/F Kindergarten May 5 — 4th grade CPAC performance of "Anne of Green Gables,’’ (P E T sponsored) Meeting at Page All-Purpose Room for interested parents with concerns for the Gifted/Talented program in our district; 7:00 p.m May 6 — Grandparent s/Special Persons day at the elementaries Check with individual teachers for the times. Mav 7 — PET Carnival. 11 a m-2 p.m Bring cakes for the cake walk prior to 11 00. All profits go to our playgrounds! May 9-June 3 — West goes swimming May 9 — Reproductive Health begins at Page for 5th graders. School board meeting. 7:30 p.m. at the High School Library. May 10 — Reproductive Health for 5th graders Last P E T. meeting until September ft will be at McFall at 7:00 p.m. Assembly for High School students to hear Student Council speeches with elections following for Student Council officers, representatives and class officers. Senior Business Law students will be going to observe court in Hastings Band Awards Dessert at the High School, 7:00 p.m. May 11-13 — Art Talks for 2nd grade: Landscapes May 11 — Personal Safety Parent meeting at McFall Library . 7 p m Business Law students will observe court in Hastings. May 12 — Physics classes go to Cedar Point for a working field trip, (centrifugal force, thermal-dynamics, friction, the law gravity, etc.) May 13 — ??? Friday the Thirteenth???? at McFall P E T. popcorn | "Essential farmland ac­ tivities are no longer practical there because of the surroun­ ding commercial and light in­ dustrial development.” said Dermody’s attorney. Don Passenger. Dermody's taxes now ex­ ceed the income he receives from leasing the farm. Passenger said He explained that it is now WEDDING Root/Tolan ***** difficult to get farm equipment on the property , and that a nearby child care center eliminates the use of farm pesticides. In addition, the land is designated for light industrial use on the township’s land use plan Dermody also contends that it would be beneficial for the township to allow the removal because the land then could be taxed for sewer and water when those utilities are put in. Under PA 116, the township would not receive the higher taxes on the land. Dermody did not know the farm was in PA 116 when he bought the land in 1984. Passenger said. He discovered the restric­ tion only when he received an offer on the land, shortly before the he presented his re­ quest at the Township Board’s April 20 meeting The board tabled the request to check with its attorney on procedures and whether gran­ ting Dermody’s request would set a precedent for removing other township farm lands from PA 116 protection “This is a special situation and I don’t think it would be a precedential situation for any other lands in the township." commented Passenger. "For one thing, the soil type is not good for residential use without sewer.” Because Dermody’s buyer has a limited amt Hint of time in which to make the pur chase, the board agreed to call the special meeting to give him a reply. Dermody said he will pay for meeting costs. AFFORDABLE I— The children of Barb Root and Ray Tolan are delighted to announce the marriage of their parents. The couple were married January 28 with a dinner reception following at the Middle Villa. Having returned from a month’s honeymoon in Florida. Mr. and Mrs. Ray Tolan are residing in Middleville. The brides children are: Mary and Douglas Root of Byron Center. Kathleen and Wes Eckhard of Rosenburg. Texas. Rob Root of Byron Center and Paul Root of Grand Rapids The groom’s children are Kareen and Bob Tripp of Grand Rapids. Anne and Larry Hawthorne of Dowling, Linda and Bob Spaulding of Hastings and Mitch Tolan of Middleville. Ixxiking Ahead... May 15 — Spring concert at the high school. 3 p.m May 16 — Art Talks for 5th grade American Art. Orientation for the 5th graders going into Middle School in the fall, at the Middle School at 7 p.m Half day for High School students, in­ service. (Hours 4, 5 and 6 run) May 16 — Art Talks for 5th grade American Art Orientation for the 5th graders going into Middle School in the fall, at the Middle School at 7 p.m Half day for High School students, in­ service. (Hours 4, 5 and 6 run). May 17 — Middle School Teacher Appreciation Luncheon. Those wishing to donate items contact Debbie Smith: 795 9135. May 18 — Honors Assembly at 9 a m at the High School. Graduation practice: 11:30 a.m. Retirement dinner at the Mid­ dle Villa for those staff retiring at the end of the school year. May 17-18 — Better Safe Than Sorry program — third grade. May 19 — Senior finals! May 20 — Popcorn at West and McFall alternating Friday kindergarten. At the H.S., graduation practice. 9 a.m. May 21 — H.S. Choir to Cedar Point. May 22 — M.S. Spring Band Concert: 3 p.m. May 23 —- Last P.E.P. meeting at the M.S.. 7 p.m May 24-26 — At West, Art Talks for Third Grade: Let’s Tell a Story with Art. May 25 — M-W Kindergarten will take a field trip to Binder Park Zoo. 1st grade Field Day. May 26 — T-Th Kindergarten to Binder Park Zoo. May 27 — Last day for M.S. collections of D&W/Spartan/Campbell labels. May 29 — Graduation, 3 p.m. May 30 — Memorial Day — No School. June 1 — M-W Kindergarten Field Day. June 2 — T-Th Kindergarten Field Day. Immunization Clinic will be made available for students that need their immuniza­ tions up to date At the H.S. auditorium from 9-11 and 1 to 4. June 3 — Popcorn at West and McFall alternating Friday Kindergarten. June 6h9 — Swimming for Kindergarten and Mrs. Warren’s 1st graders. June 6 — Field Day and Family Picnic for 3rd grade. June 7 — Last Donut day at M.S June 9 — Field Day and Family Picnic for 3rd grade. June 10 — Last day of school. 9:00 to 12:00 June 10-15 — H.S band trip to Orlando (Here we come, Mickey!) July 26-28 — H.S. Band camp goes to Adnan College Family Dental Care Ronald B. Stegehuis, D.D.S. 891-1240 Wc welcome new patients. Please call for your appointment available Monday-Saturday. 9505 Cherry Valley Rd. Caledonia - on M-37 in the new State farm Bldg just north of the light_____ Red Cross plans “Swim-a-Cross” Teachable Moments McFall — Shelly Erb’s first graders and Kim Chausow s 4th graders got together this week to make May baskets for Lin­ coln Meadows Mrs. Erb s first graders also made a tnp to learn and explore the Erb’s 1864 home. On their way they made a pit stop at Mrs. Freeman’s home to see her large iguana that was too big to bang to school! Quote of the Week — Opportunity is often difficult to recognize; we usually expect it to beckon us with beepers and billboards S Happy Sweet 16th — May 4th — Under the law. the land must be used for farming pur­ poses. but Dermody contends development in the area makes fanning his property impractical. ■ 3 Erin Vandersloot 7 Happy Birthday <’ J Love... Mom. > John and Mike The Barry County Red Cross will have a “Swim-ACross” at Thomappie Kellogg High School in Middleville, May 14. Beginning at 9 a m., the fund-raiser will last until the last swimmer is finished. Each swimmer finds spon­ sors who pledge a set amount for each lap completed. All money raised in this event will stay in Barry County and be used to fund local programs, such as AIDS Education, disaster relief, water safety and blood drives. The Swim-A-Cross. and all Red Cross programs are run by volunteers. Terri Vanderkooi is director of the pool and will be the coor­ dinator for Swim-A-Cross. "Everyone who swims in this event will receive a thank you’ gift and we hope to be able to give special awards to the individual and to the team who raise the most money," said local Red Cross Director Karen Despres The Red Cross is interested in hearing from any body throughout Barry County who might be interested in this event, school groups, service organizations. church groups. "If you are not a strong sw unmet and still w ant to par iKipaie you should wear a floatation device.' Despres Any children under 10 years of age or younger must If you have questions or want to sign tip. call the Red Cross at 945-3122 or stop by the Thomappie Kellogg High School pool 41 OUR IMPROVEMENT LOANS Give You Something to Sing About! FDIC If low interest and flexible repay­ ment plans aren't enough to put a song in your heart, imagine how good you'll feel when you see the value of your home soar! State Bank of Caledonia Offices in Caledonia, Dutton & Middleville 627 MAIN STREET CALEDONIA 3206 68TH ST S E DUTTON 303 ARLINGTON MIDDLEVILLE Ph. 891-8113 Ph. 698-6337 Ph. 795-3361 - �Page 4 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / May 3, 1994 [Obituaries Carter D. ‘‘Dell” Sisson FREEPORT - Carter D "Dell” Sisson, 53, of West Sisson Road, Freeport, passed away Wednesday, April 27, 1994 at his residence after a courageous battle with cancer. Mr. Sisson was bom on September 29, 1940 in Hast­ ings the son of Victor and Merle (Carter) Sisson. He was raised in Hastings and Wood­ land areas and attended Wood­ land schools, graduating m 1958 from Woodland High School. He served in the United States Air Force two years, being discharged in 1962. He lived in California for 10 years, returning to the Hastings area in 1972, has resided at his last address for the past 14 years. He was married to Shirley A. Miller on September 30, 1976. Mr. Sisson was employed at Bradford-White Corporation in Middleville for 17 years. Previous employment included, Hastings Manufac­ turing Company, Roof Truss Company in Dutton, and the Viking Corporation in Hastings. He was a member of Welcome Corners United Methodist Church. Mr. Sisson lived and loved his Lord and Saviour, his country, his church, and his family. He enjoyed antique shows, anti­ que cars, motorcycles, reading and traveling. Mr. Sisson is survived by his wife, Shirley; step-son and wife, Brian and Teresa Bowman of Middleville; daughter and husband, Kelley and Douglas Carpenter of Freeport; son, Victor F. Sisson of Freeport; grandchildren, Bradley, Jennifer, and Jason Bowman. Shelia, Rachel, and Taylor Carpenter, Shynna Sisson; sister and husband, Roberta, “Bobbi” and Eldon Roush of Hastings; nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral sen-ices were held Saturday, April 30th, 1994 at the Wren Funeral Home with Reverend Carl Litchfield and Reverend John Hoos officiat­ ing. Burial at Freeport Cemetery. Mrs. Joan N. Brandfield HASTINGS - Mrs. Joan N. Bradfield, 67, of Hastings passed away Saturday, April 30, 1994 at Pennock Hospital, Hastings. Mrs. Bradfield was bom on December 3, 1926 in Lansing the daughter of Gladys and Max Wilson Smith. She was raised in Lansing, and attended Middleville Schools, graduat­ ing in 1945, and went on to Kendall Art School for two years. She was married to Charles R. Bradfield January 1.1947 in Hastings. Surviving are her husband, Charles R. Bradfield; two daughters, Linda (Blake) Landon of Saranac, Sandy Bradfield of Hastings; one son, Max Bradfield of Kalamazoo; five grandchildren; two great­ grandchildren; her mother, Gladys (Wilson) Smith of Middleville. Preceded in death by her father. Max J. Wilson. A memorial service wil be held Wednesday, May 4,1994 at 11:00AM at the Bairyville Church on M-79 with Reverend Susan Trowbridge officiating. Interment Mt. Hope Cemetery, Middleville. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Chapel. Middleville. Memorial contributions may be made to Welcome Corners United Methodist Church Building Fund. LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church — Serving a Living Lord SUNDAY....... 9 45 a.m., 11:00 a.m. A 6 00 p.m. WEDNESDAY............................ Family Fellowship Prayer A Bible Study 7:00 p.m. 7240 68th Street, SE — Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor. Rev. Brian F. Hamson Youth Pastor. Darrel L. Schrock Music. Jeffery C. Vander Heide CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A church with a caring heart for our community and the world" Sunday Services...... 9:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. M-37 at 100th St., Caledonia, Ml Church Office: (616) 891-1512 Rev. Gerald Van Oyen Al Tiemeyer Community Calling FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville Bruce N. Stewart, Pastor Lee Taylor, Assistant Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer Word of Life Clubs 9:45 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m. 6:45 p.m. 6:45 p.m. CHRISTIAN REFORMED 6201 Whitneyville Avenue Sunday School........................................ 9:30a.m. Sun. Morning Worship............. 10:30 a.m. Evening Service..................................... 6:00p.m. Rev. Bernard Mulder, Pastor 868-6306 LEIGHTON UNITED METHODIST Located in Leighton Township WELCOME TO Gaines United Brethren Church Kalamazoo Avenue at 92nd Street Caledonia. Michigan Telephone: 698-8252 Pastor Mark Beers LAKESIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Pastor Scott Taylor Reaching People With Christ 8:30 am to 9:30 am — First Worship Service 9:30 am to 9:45 am — Coffee Fellowship 9:45 am to 10:45 am — Sunday School 10:45 am to 11:00 am — Coffee Fellowship 11:00 am to 12:00 — Second Worship Service Nursery and Childrens Church wil! be provided during both services "Set an example In speech, in Me. In love, m faith and in purity.1' 1 Timothy 4:12 Sunday Morning Worship (Interpreted for hearing impaired)............... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School.......................................................... 11:10a.m. Sunday Evening Service............................................. 6:30p.m. Pioneer Club (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday..................... 6:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting - Wednesday........................... 7:00 p.m. Youth Fellowship - Sunday.............................. 5:00 p.m. RAY TOWNSEND, Pastor ____ TIM DOUBLESTEIN. Youth Director 708 West Main Street Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Morning Worship Service............ 10:00 a m. Sunday School............................... 11 15 a.m Evening Worship Service.............. 6 00 p.m. Rev. James Cusack Phone 891-9259 YOU ARE INVITED Saturday Evening Mass............................. 5:00 p.m. Rev Roger Timmerman. Pastor Sunday Mass....................... 9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 8546 Whitneyville Ave at 84th St •891-8661 "The Church where everybody s somebody and Jesus Chnst is Lord" Sunday School.....................................9:30 a.m. Sunday Momtng Worsho..................... 1030 am. Sunday Evening Worship........................6 00 p.m. Wed Mowee* Prayer A Boe Study...... 7-00 p.m. iWkjm Dobson. Airtx Stove joaGor >oufi Raster Vfae uxrtor Mux Dr CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST “God Cares for You” Cornerstone Wesleyan Chureh Church School..........................9.30a.m. Meeting at the Comer of Choir Practice ................. 9.30 a.m. Worship Service............. 10:30 a.m. Wood School Rd. and Wing Rd. 250 Vine Street Sunday School ............... 10:00 aim. Church Office 891-8669 Morning Worship 11:00a.m. Parsonage 891-8167 Evening Worship 6:00p.m. Rev. Bobby Dale Whitlock Pastor Jeffrey Lee Phone 795-7076 Barner Free • M-37 between Caledonia & Middleville Sunday Worship Services....... 8:30 or 11:00, 6:00 Children s ChurdvYouth Worship during rooming service*, Caraway St puppet ministry for K4th during evening wrvices Sunday School........................................ 9:45-10:45 Wednesday Night “Family Night" 6:45-8:15 Includes Adventure Club, Choirs for Children and AdulU, High School Youth Group and Adult Chua For information call: 891-81 19 891-8028 MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Peace Reformed Church 795-3667 MIDDLEVILLE and PARMELEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES 111 Church Street Parmelee Morning Worship........... 9:30 a m Middleville Sunday School............ 9 45 a.m. Middleville Worship...................... 11 00 am Rev. Lynn Wagner — 795-3798 Rev. Carroll Fowler — 765-5316 St. Paul Lutheran Kraft Ave & 84th St. Caledonia, Mi. (Missouri Synod) "Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. " Rom. 12:10 First Service.......................................8 30 ® m Sunday School.................................. 945 am (Fellowship Coffee 9:45 a m. to 10:00 a.m.) Bible Classes 10:00 a.m Second Service 1190 a m. (All Services have a Nursery available) Rev. Robert Gerke Office: 891-8688 Church: 891-9878 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 12200 Chief Ntxmday Road (at Gun l^ke) Wayland, Michigan 49348 • 795-7903 Barrier Free / Programs for All Ages Sunday Worship 10:00 am Sunday School 1115am Wednesday "Family Night" 6:00 p m Insfimng, Pautne, Church Office Phone — 795-9266 Wl}c (Old lEimr rtlpdisl (Cliurrli 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto, Michigan 49302 Sunday School................ 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship............ 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship............... 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting/ Children's Classes........ 7:00 p.m. Rovle Bailard, Pastor - 868-6437 - Rcicvrt Josful The Reorganized CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST of Latter Day Saints 8146 68<h Si near Whitneyville Ave. Church School, Sunday .. 10 00 am Morning Worship...... 11:00 a.m. 35 Evening Worship 6 00 p m Wed Fellowship. 7:30 p m (in botnes or church) call Pastor Lloyd DeVormer Sr. 897-7407 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I May 3, 1994 I Page 5 Students stay with one teaching team for three years Dutton Elementary aims for multi-age option by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Students who attended one-room school houses a few generations ago. might feel right at home next fall at Dutton Elementary Oh. the computer technol­ ogy might be a little mindboggling for those pioneer children, but working in Dutton's proposed new multiage learning program would be "old hat" to Caledonia's greatgrandparents. In multiage education, just as in the one-room school­ house, a group of children of differing ages works with one or more teachers for several years This fall. Dutton hopes to offer parents of its kinder­ garten through second-grade students the option of en­ rolling their children in the district's first "multiage" pro­ gram, in which the 5-through 7-ycar-olds would work with the same teaching team for three years. Dutton Principal Jerry Phillips emphasizes that the multiage program is strictly optional, so that parents who prefer the traditional grade­ level approach can keep their children in that program. "That's the best part, our parents have a choice." he said. The Dutton Elementary staff and community have been discussing this concept for the last year, and on April 20 brought in an experienced multiagc educator to explain how the program works "in real life." John Tapper, a Vermont educator who has worked in a multiage program for 10 years, spoke to the Dutton staff and other Caledonia teachers about his experience with this kind of learning. Representatives from six other districts also asked to attend, along with Marilyn Stop and see - your choice is clear. Richard J. Choryan, O.D. DOCTOR OF OPTOMETRY 133 E Main St Caledonia. Ml 891-9224 Hunter from the Michigan State Department of Educa­ tion. In all, 52 educators par­ ticipated in Tapper s day­ long program. Dutton parents were invited to attend an evening session with Tapper. Winner of the 1991 Ver­ mont Outstanding Teacher’s Award, Tapper said that the multiage classrooms are best suited to teaching primary grades because they meet the needs of students in today’s society. "They are more family­ like." he explained. "They are geared toward the individual child, rather than toward a group of children. They allow the child to achieve academically, while providing support socially." The emphasis in this pro­ gram shifts from grade-ori­ ented skills to age-appropri­ ate skills, added Phillips. "Some students are ready to complete what we call 'first-grade skills' in seven months; others need 10 months to complete those skills," he said. "In the multiage situation, each student will have an ap­ propriate amount of time to complete the skills for his/her developmental stage. There is a minimal amount of stress in learning the skills, because the students will have the same teachers for three years. "Because of the age mix. Dutton kindergarteners (5and 6-year-olds) will just dabble' in the non-academic components of the multiage setting, so that when they come to school full time the following year, they already will be comfortable with the teachers, be familiar with the room and with the multi age setting. "This will provide security for the kindergarteners when they arrive for first grade." Phillips said that schools that have used a multiage program have found that in eliminating the "grade levels" and providing students the chance to progress at their own rate, nearly all students can complete the essential skills they need to move on into either a grade level classroom or an older "core group" of multiage learners. Retention (holding students back to repeat a grade) is no longer an issue in such a program because the students have the same teachers over a three-year period, he said. "This program provides a great deal of security for young students because they know who their teachers are going to be. and they don't have to make that new ad­ justment each year." Phillips said that another important asset of this pro­ gram is that working with the same teaching team for three years allows continual SORE FEET I ANKLES? Assignment Accepted! Medicare. PPO, HMO Diabetics • Adult & Children Foot Problems KENT PODIATRY Terrence J. Emiley, D.P.M. 612 Main Street in Caledonia Call...891-9133 progress for the student, rather than practically start­ ing over each fall as the stu­ dent gets to know a new teacher. "The student is moving forward right from day one," he said. The ease of creating men­ toring situations between older and younger students also is an asset. "We always say that the best way to learn something is to have to teach it to some­ one else, and that is true for our students, too," Phillips said. "We know that older students are effective helpers in teaching younger students, and we know that when they are teaching, they are learning, as well. But when students are divided into grade levels, as they are now. it's difficult to create these mentoring situations. "In a multiage program, it's much easier to get older and younger students working to­ gether. This, in turn, frees up the teacher to facilitate learn­ ing and to help students who are having difficulty." Phillips emphasized that working with several differ­ ent age groups requires care­ ful planning by the teaching team. "A multiage program re­ quires that the teaching team monitor their students' skills very closely, and the program is carefully structured to meet the needs of all students," he said. He explained that the Dut­ ton staff will prepare a con­ tinuum of skills for the 5- to 7-year-old age group, so that parents can see just where their student is working within that continuum. In his presentation. Tapper illustrated to teachers just how all these concepts work in his program, where he teams with another teacher to teach a class of 40, 6- to 10year-olds. The day includes times when the entire class meets together, but also times when g -g -J the class breaks up into smaller groups. Some of these are multiage groupings, such as the "family” the stu­ dent belongs to, but other groups focus on age-appro­ priate skills. Tapper's students also can take one-week "mini­ courses" and engage each day in what he called "real work," in which peer groups run a school business appro­ priate to that age group. The 6-year-olds, for in­ stance, run a restaurant, while the 9- and 10-year-olds run a publishing company. The 7-year-olds run a post ofice and a paper recycling business, and the 8-year-olds a store. The multiage concept is catching on everywhere, Phillips said. Locally, Grand Haven has a program. Explorer Elemen­ tary in Kentwood is going to initiate the concept and the Forest Hills Schools and West Ottawa Schools also are looking at the idea. Phillips said that if enough Dutton parents are interested. the concept will be imple­ mented at Dutton this fall. So far, 22 families have signed on, and a Dutton parent in­ formation meeting this evening, Tuesday. May 3, will allow other parents of next year's first- and secondgraders to place their children in the program. Chantel Yonker, who teaches the all-day, alternate day kindergarten program at Dutton, will be part of the proposed multiage teaching team, along with lower ele­ mentary teachers Jo VanderI^an and Karen Rath. Phillips said for the pro­ gram to "go," about 50 first­ and second graders would need to be enrolled. The "Ad-Ad" kindergarten class, which will only "dabble" in the program, would add 22 to 24 more students who would be involved. "Essentially, with those numbers, we would be keep­ ing our same student-teacher ratio that we have now," he said. Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Shaver hosted a graduation party for their son, Joseph Shaver Junior at 315 E. Main Sl, Middleville Sunday, April 24th, 1994. Joe graduated from WMU with a bachelor of Science Degree in Industrial Engineer­ ing. He is a member of Apha Pi Mu Honor Society for Industrial Engineers. Membership being restricted to being the top 1/5 of industrial engineers. Joe is a member of Taubetapi Honor Socity for engineers. He was chairman of Student Chapter for the institute of Industrial Enginers. Was honored with two outstanding awards which arc awarded by the facility Io a student with outstanding contributions to the department and was a teachers assistant in the computer of Prayer set .National Day of Prayer Thursday. Mas 5. will be held at the Middleville Town Hall from 12:30 to 12:40 p.m. All are encouraged to join and pray for the nation. controlled manufacturing lab. The party was attended by his sisters, their families, aunts and uncles and friends. Joe is returning to RapistianDemag where he had been employed in the past-working on integrated systems which included the final assembly line for Saturn and the automated storage system for Lufthansa Airlines. "If we start the program next year as we hope, Dutton parents will evaluate it after the first year They ultimately will decide whether they want to keep the program, and if so, whether they would like to see another multiage core group developed for the older elementary students." The Dutton staff has planned two information ses­ sions for this evening, be­ ginning at 7:30 p.m. for the parents of next year’s firstgraders. Al 8:30 p.m., a second session will begin for the parents of next-year’s second-graders. However, parents should attend whichever meeting is most convenient for them, said Dutton Secretary Sharon Mossell. Anyone who cannot attend tonight's sessions, but who has questions about multiage education, should call Phillips at the school, 6988982. Freeport Fire Departments Annual FUND RAISING AUCTION Saturday, May 14th Graduation celebration | S National Day S Dutton Elementary Principal Jerry Phillips (left) discusses his school s interest in a multiage option for K-2 students with guest educator John Topper, who spoke to local and visiting educators about the multiage concept. To have your donations picked up Call one of the following people. Larry Van Putten 765-3446 • Freeport Auto 765-8211 k Todd Wieland 374-7646 • Randy Eaton 795-9693 Tom StockweU 948-4152 J ,/ Boat insurance written by a boatowner Wolverine Mutual’s president needed insurance for his boat. So now you can get coverage most companies sell separately No age limit for most boats fJoveraqge for boats with speeds up to 55 mph 10% credit for experience or training 5% credit for adult operators ( overage for boats costing up to $200,000 One deductible coters your hrMt plus accessories 12 months of coverage for 4 months ofpremium Wolverine Mutual , Insurance Company Home Office-. Dowagiac, Ml Since 1917 J.L. Schwartz Insurance Agency Call: 795-3302 or 891 8208 �Page 6 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / May 3, 1994 TK 8th graders clean up recreation areas (From left) Joy McKlan, Trade Brower, Cheryl Postema. Sarah Harris and Lisa Saylor show what's in the bag. (From left) David Rick, Nick Galloup, Jason Klinge, Sarah Harris and Lisa Saylor clean up. containers, chip bags, candy public access. Bassett Lake, wrappers and numerous other west and south areas; Baker items Lake; Chief Noonday Lake Their advice to all people Outdoor Center and Public ac­ who use and enjoy the public cess; Williams Lake Public lands is to always leave the access; Hall Lake Trail to place better than what it was Graves Hill; Devil’s SOup before you used the land. That Bowl; and the access road means to clean up and take from I>ong Lake Center to anything is not biodegradable Chief Noonday Road when leaving. Under the supervision of the eight-grade teachers and cooperation from Mark Bishop (DNR) and Kyle Con­ verse (state recreation area), With the help of National students got the opportunity to Honor Society students. Ms. clean up a number of sites. Hoover, volunteer community American Legion Poet *305 Teachers Steve Evans, and nurse staff and workers, 9548 Cherry Valley. Caledonia Keith Middlebush. Gail the 1994 Thomapple Kellogg Stewart. Shirley Thompson high school blood drive • THURSDAY • Early Bird — 6:30 p.m. and Diane Hoskins supervised achieved 87 percent of its goal the cleaning at Shaw Lake with 52 donors. 34 for the first tune “Having a high school drive allows these 17 and older students to understand the special joy of giving, a joy they will carry with them We are set up to handle ALL INCOME TAX needs. throughout their adult lives,” We are able to do your personal, small business, said drive chairwoman Vicki Partnership or Corporation returns. We offer a Rick complete accounting service, with 20 years of These 52 donors and the experience. rest of Middleville will have the next donation opportunity Other services include: June 27 at the First Baptist • Business Plans • UPS (not a UPS agent) Church. • Educational Resources Service - College “Circle your calendar, Money Guaranteed because Lansing has raised OPEN Mon.-Fri. 9-5; Sat. 9-2 or our goal," Rick said. evenings by appointment Member of So everyone counts. Thomapple Kellogg Middle School eighth-graders had a first-hand experience on Earth Day (April 22) in keeping the community recreational areas clean They now know how much energy it takes to keep those areas clean that area fre­ quented by many fishermen and boat enthusiasts The students picked up many alcohol containers, empty cigarette packs, bait Women’s Club scholarships announced TK blood drive collects 52 pints BINGO Triple Check Tax Service 9958 Ctwny Valley (M-37) Caledonia. Ml 49316 Phone 891 1886 1 -1886 QQ Cftcrm 'I GREENHOUSE Door Prizes NOW OPEN 1st Perennials • Vegetables Annuals • Mixed Pots VV.''" A Hanging Baskets * Strawberry Jars Balloons and More! \ ( for the r------------------- ?------------- < Q ^1 f L Kirk IMQS The Caledonia Women's Club this year presented three scholarships to Caledonia High School senior girls at the club's annual Mother-Daughter Coffee. Posing with CWC Scholarship Committee member Marie Finkbeiner (right) are the scholarship recipients with their mothers and aunts. From the left are Carol Hopper and her daughter, senior D'Anna Hopper; senior Sarah Shoemaker and her aunt. Pat Tuttle and senior Mary Fowler and her stepmother, Sally Fowler Acres of Growing Beauty '' » wY fl - All Under One Roof^C^^^- Open: Mon.-Fri. 9-8; Sat. J Just 2 Miles South of Caledonia Z on M-37 • 795-8811 Some of the members of the Caledonia Women's Club who entertained the CHS senior girls and their mothers at the annual Mother-Daughter Coffee ore (from left) Gerry Fairbrother, Marie Bergy, Marie Finkbeiner, Lodema Schroder, Robin Fredrickson, Tavie Noffke, Anne Laug, Eva Engle, Jone Leatherman, Doreene McCrath, Pat Cavner and Ina Jane Hollenbeck. by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Three Caledonia High School senior girls last week received a boost in their post­ graduation plans after receiv­ ing $500 scholarships from the Caledonia Women’s Club at its annual Mother-Daughter Senior Coffee. D’Anna Hopper and Sarah Shoemaker were named this year’s recipients of the club’s Eva Finkbeiner Memorial Scholarships, and Mary Fowler received the Diane Fowler Scholarship Mane Finkbeiner of the CWC’s Scholarship Commit­ tee told the 71 senior girls who aneoded the coffee with their mothers, aunts, grand­ mothers and even English teachers, that this is the 27th year for the Eva Finkbeiner award. ’ll was very difficult to choose.” she said See Scholarships, page 7 �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / May 3, 1994 I Page 7 From Our Readers Youth’s concern was appreciated To the editor: Burghdoffs to observe 50th anniversary The children ond grandchildren of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Burghdoff cordially invite you to join us in an open house celebrating their 50th anniversary on Moy 14, 1994 at 4 p.m. at the Freeport Community Center. Bob Burghdoff ond Martha Pederson were married Moy 10, 1944 in Middleville. They hove three children: Charles and Patricia, Lynda and Rocky, and Larry and Vickie; five grandchildren and one great-grandchild. No gifts, please (5-10) Scholarship Continued from page 6 "All those who applied are deserving, and they all get an A Plus' for their personal interviews." The Scholarship Committee finally chose Hopper and Shoemaker to receive the two $500 scholarships, which may be applied to any post­ graduate education. For the past three years, the family of the late Diane Fowler has asked the Women's Club to chose the recipient for another $500 scholarship, donated by Fowler’s family in her memory. This year, the Scholarship Committee chose to give the award to Fowler’s daughter. Mary, who is graduating from CHS this year. Besides presenting their guests a table laden with sweet rolls, cakes and cookies, the club members also provided a program in the person of Grand Rapids Press Colum­ nist Karin Orr, who spoke to the girls and their mothers about her own heart-warming. and often humorous ex­ periences as both a daughter and a mom She spoke lovingly of her mother, whom she described as a “tough guide." but who helped her become a better person, she said She also told the seniors and their mothers that her own children have taught her to see beauty where she would have missed it. "to listen, to laugh and to love, ’' and she describ­ ed the hurt a mother feels for her children's pain. But interspersed with the serious ideas she shared, Orr also had plenty of funny anec­ dotes that clearly both the seniors and their mothers could identify with. To the mothers of the graduating seniors, she spoke of the changes she had watch­ ed in her now- grown daughter and said. “There comes a time when your daughter takes over, when she is wiser.. .but 1 don’t know just when that is. It just happens." “Free and fair discussion will ever be found the firmest friend of the truth ' — George Campbell. Although the issue of the village government of Caledonia has been decided for the time being. I would like to thank Benjamin Diehl for his efforts to try to establish a debate between the two opposing parties. I feel that many village residents, myself included, would have welcomed a debate to sort out the issues, rather than to hear and read what each side was publishing for us to believe. I am sure Mr. Diehl would have arrang­ ed a well organized debate so that any so-called mudslinging questions could have been responded to. If anything, good came as a result of the election pertain­ ing to the village government. I believe that more village residents are becoming aware and concerned about their village government. There will always be those who sit idly by. content to allow mat­ ters to remain as they always have. With the new growth that Caledonia is experiencing, there will be more new residents who will become in­ volved and concerned. Though Mr. Diehl's efforts for a debate did not materialize his letter to the editor did cause some specula­ tion and concern Thanks again. Benjamin, and as you have heard. "Welcome to the real world." and as you now known, thinkgs do not always turn out as you wanted or as they should have, but stick to your principles and integrity, they will prevail. I am encouraged and delighted to know that we have youth in our area who are involved and concerned, because they are the future of our community. Don Schaefer Caledonia Area births announced Rick and Cindy Mead of Freeport are happy to an­ nounce the birth of their new son. Matthew Lee arrived Sunday. April 17, 1994 at 3:51 in the afternoon at Pen­ nock Hospital. He weighed 6 pounds and 13 K ounces and is 20 inches long He is welcom­ ed home by his big brother. Rich. His grandparents are Richard and Donna Bird of Freeport; Richard and Lynne Mead of Hastings, greatgrandparents, Morris and Lillian Wood of Bronson, Mich. BOY, Garrett Robert, born at Blodgett Hospital on April 21 to Mary and Todd Dammen of Hastings, weighing 8 lbs., 15 ozs. and 21 inches long. BOY, Rick and Cindy Mead of Freeport are happy to an­ nounce the birth of their new son. Matthew Lee. arrived Sunday. April 17, 1994 at 3:51 in the afternoon at Pen­ nock Hospital. He weighed 6 lbs., 13M ozs. and 20 inches long. He is welcomed home by his big brother. Rich. His grandparents are Richard and Donna Bird of Freeport; Richard and Lynne Mead of Hastings; great-grandparents. Morris and Lillian Wood of Bronson, Mi. \ ML Mb ate .A A A AAA; Call For An Appointment Ph. 795-3345 1246 Peets Rd. Middleville, Ml 49333 for Sun & News Classified ACTION ADS Let’s practice motorcycle safety To the editor: The Michigan Legislature has proclaimed May as ’’Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month" to remind all Michigan motorists that spring marks the annual return of motorcycle enthusiasts to our state's highways. This resolution is supported by Gov. John Engler via an executive declaration, and is being promoted by the various state departments who are concerned with highway safety This statewide safety awareness campaign is aimed at creating a broader recogni­ tion of motorcycles in the overall transportation mix. Its objective is to reduce the number of motorcycle ac­ cidents and deaths on Michigan roads. The target audience incor­ porates both vehicle drivers and motorcycle operators. The principal concerns are to increase driver recognition of motorcyclists in traffic, while encouraging cyclists to take advantage of Motorcycle Safety Foundation training courses available through the Michigan Department of Education. As supporters of highway safety, the motorcyclists of this state are asking that motorists please get in the habit of looking for motor­ cycles as they drive, not only during the safety awamess month, but throughout the en­ tire ruling season Remember that we are your neighbors, your friends and your families Together we can share the n*ad safely Vickie Johnston Gold Wing Touring Association Alto Parents of ’95 graduates sought for early planning of party The party for this year’s graduating seniors is all set. with the countdown to the big night almost over. So, are you ready to start thinking about next years? 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Kalamazoo Ave.) Quality Plants & Flowers for Over 20 Years by Tom and Lois Knott �Page 8 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / May 3, 1994 Bender won’t seek seventh term in Lansing J Ad Graphics News Service 87th District State Rep. Bob Bender has announced that'he will not seek re­ election after serving six terms in the State legislature. The district includes all of Barry County and the western half of Ionia County. Bender said the biggest rea­ son for his stepping down is that he has seen two huge goals realized. "When I ran for the legisla­ ture 12 years ago, I had no personal ambition or agenda," he said. "I did believe the ma­ jor issues were school funding reform, which would include significant property tax relief, and private sector job cre­ ation. "Thankfully, those goals have been attained. Over­ whelming voter approval of Proposal A achieved the most sweeping public policy changes in recent memory. Successful completion of that top legislative priority is ex­ tremely satisfying." He added the second goal has been advanced dramati­ cally with the creation of hun­ dreds of thousands of new jobs. "Michigan’s unemployment rate has dropped below the national average fix the first time in 15 years because of all the new private sector jobs created during the past two years," Bender said. "That tells me Michigan can con­ tinue to grow and improve economically. "We have laid the ground work for that achievement in many ways, but most significantly with the school finance and property tax reform ac­ complishments." So that left Bender with a decision to make on whether to seek two more terms, as al­ lowed under the new term limit legislation. "Now my dilemma is obvi­ ous," be said. "Having been pan of the process that has addressed and effectively re­ solved those issues that I identified as being the primary reasons I ran for office in the first place, what reason is left to justify my running again? "Certainly the easiest and most comfortable thing to do is file on May 10 and run again," he added. "Term limi­ tations would allow me to run twice more. I could also ease into a more comfortable retirement with an additional term or two. "Just as I firmly believe that I first ran for office for the right reasons, I also believe that if I were to run again, it would be for the wrong rea­ sons, and that it would be un­ fair to both my constituents and colleagues in the legisla­ ture..." Bender said he believes he has left his mark legislatively in two key areas — on De­ partment of Corrections issues and in the area of social needs. "The Corrections Depart­ ment budget definitely carries FREE Market Analysis How much is your home worth? 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Bender was a U.S. Navy pi­ lot and later served as com­ mander of the 450-member Navy Aviation Squadron at Selfridge Air National Guard Base. Mt. Clemens. He also served at the Supreme Allied Atlantic Command at NATO headquarters in Belgium. He and his wife, Carol, live in the Middleville area and have three adult children. "My wife and 1 are explor­ ing some options, largely out­ side government, but nothing has been decided," be said. "Right now I am savoring the personal sense of satisfaction in having achieved so many of my legislative goals and in having been of service to the community that is our state." Bender is eligible for re­ tirement benefits from the state, which can be collected after the lawmaker serves at least three, two-year terms and is at least 55 years old. Bender turned 57 last September. There have been a few thus far who have expressed inter­ est in seeking Bender’s vacant seat, including Republicans Ron Stevenson and Dennis McKelvey and Republican Barry County Commissioner Mark Doster, who said he filed Thursday. Doster ran fix the same post as a Democrat in 1990. Opposition to Middleville Rails to Trails plan voices complaints by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The Middleville Village Council’s decision to work with the Rails-to-Trails Con­ servancy to purchase railroad property south of the village has been challenged by pro­ perty owners along that route. The council had voted unanimously to invest $3,000 toward purchase of a five-mile stretch of Pennsylvania Cen­ tral railroad tracks south of the village that are not in use. RTC then would purchase the property at a cost of about $30,000 and offer the village a 2 Vi-year purchase option for the land In the meantime, the village planned to develop a five-year recreational plan that included the trail for bicyclists, hikers and other non-motorized vehicles. Owners of the bordering property attended last Tues­ day’s meeting to voice their objections to this plan. Village Manager Ev Manshum said there was “stan­ ding room only’’ in the coun­ cil meeting room. President Pro Tern Jim Oliver, who was conducting the meeting in the absence of vacationing President Lon Myers, said that the discus­ sion got “quite heated at times.” Spokespersons for the group. Larry and Kim Jachim told the council that their main concern was that the property owners had been attempting to purchase the railroad property for several years. They had been told by Penn Central that it could not be sold until lawsuits regarding a prime mover had backed off. section of track near Nashville The council then vexed to re­ was settled main neutral on the subject. The issue has been in litiga­ This was what the Jachim’s tion for several years. and other adjacent property Kim explained that most, if owners believed to be the case not all. of the property owners until they became aware of the along the track have land on village’s renewed interest and both sides of the rail bed. commitment in the develop­ “If the property is purchas­ ment of the trail through ed by someone else, it will RTC essentially land lock us from “You can imagine my sur­ the river and the other part of prise when I read that the our property,” she said. village and RTC were pur­ “We were told there would chasing the property,” said be no problem with purchas­ Kim. ing the railroad property when She said that residents also we first moved out here three were concerned about disrup­ to four years ago,” Kim tions of the additional traffic explained. on the trail, their lack of She said that the group did privacy, lack of policing, the have a verbal agreement with Penn Central, though the railway would not put anything in writing. Larry had spoken with Bill Stockhoff, the manager of the real estate department for Penn Central, last Wednes­ day, and again was told that nothing could be done until the litigation was settled. When this idea was first purposed back in early 1992, the Department of Natural Resoures was spearheading the project to turn the aban­ doned railroad right-of-ways into recreational trails. At that time, the various municipalities concerned decided that they were not in support of the project. The Middleville Village Council had at first passed a resolution in support of it, but rescinded it in February 1994. At that time, it was reported that the council was no longer in favor of it because the cost of the upkeep, littering and garbage, and hours of use Kim said that it the trail did go through, it could destroy the dreams that drew the families to the area to being with “If we lose that property, the purpose is gone,” she said. “People are already thinking of selling.’* The group is committed to purchasing the railroad rightot wav and according to Kim. they have just been waiting for Penn Central to OK the sale “We re ready to buy now. Wed cut the check tomorrow!" TK spring Carnival is Saturday The Annual Thornapple Kellogg Spring Carnival pro­ mises to be a bunch of fun. Last year’s plunger toss was a hit with the crowd as shown in this file photo. The carnival will be held at McFall Elementary in Mid­ dleville from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., rain or shine Cakes and baked goods are still needed for the cake walk and con be delivered to the school in the morning before the carnival begins. �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml / May 3. 1994 / Page 9 Modern Babylon offers feeling of luxury by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The ancient city of Babylon was "known for its wealth, luxury and sin. And Babylon, Middleville's new hair and tanning salon, aims to offer its clients luxury and the feeling of wealth Owner and operator Miava Gravelyn. along with Christine Perry, staff the full­ service salon which offers customers hair cutting and styling, perms, coloring in­ cluding foiling, ear piercing, manicures, acrylic nails, facials, and even tanning, to name just a few of the services. Both women agree they want their clients to feel at ease when they come into the shop. 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"I'm grateful for that The result of all of the hours of hard work is an open, flower covered salon that is fully equipped to handle any of their needs It also includes two tanning beds that Gravelyn decided to have located in a small loft area "Having the tanning beds on a higher level than the rest of the shop has been great." she explained "The heat from the beds doesn't heat up the salon, and I can run fans to help move the air " Salon hours are from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Friday, and from 10 a m. to 6 p m. on Saturday Gravelyn recently added limited Sunday hours for the tanning beds only. The salon also carries Paul Mitchell products, hair ac­ cessories and jewelry Gravelyn has plans for the future, including additional tanning beds, and possible construction of a jacuzzi next spring She and Perry have even looked at the possibility of a second salon and joked about the name. "We wouldn't want it to be ‘Babylon 2,”' laughed Gravelyn. "We have so much fun here at work, another shop would have to be ‘Babylon and On.’” TK grad is honored Joe Shaver, a 1983 graduate of Thomapple Kellogg High School in Middleville, has been named one of two outstanding students majoring in industrial engineering at Western Michigan University. An April graduate of WMU, he is the son of Margaret and Joseph Shaver Sr. . 315 E Main, Middleville Shaver was chosen on the basis of his grade point average and extracurricular activities. He received a cer­ tificate and a letter of commendation His name will be added to a plaque near the Industrial Engineering office in Kohrman Hall at WMU. TKHS has new report cards Thomapple Kellogg High School students received their report cards Fnday. April 15, and the cards are a new design (hat w as well rccen ed by staff and students A Troyan. TK s school mascot, is highlighted in orange on the lower right. Im­ portant information for parents and students is featured above the mascot. The TK staff is hoping the new report cards will be especially helpful to parents an students Parents are en­ couraged to call the high school if they have questions about (he report cards Though Babylon Hair and Tonning Salon in Middleville has been open just a short time, business is going well. Christine Perry makes an appointment over the phone while Maiva Gravelyn finishes up with a customer. Hairstylist Christine Perry talks to Becki Baird about how she'd like her hair cut and styled. il attention Ine TRUE VALUE HOMES Office at Cider Mill Village will be open Wednesdays 9-6 (starting May 11) and Fridays 9-1 OTHER HOURS ARE AVAILABLE BY APPOINTMENT! Call Sandra anytime at 795-7900 (Middleville) or... 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But it was a friendly sort of “show me atmosphere that pervaded CHS on its first-ever senior exhibition day, April 19 And the seniors, despite their grumbling about the high school's newest graduation re­ quirement. arrived on exhibi­ tion day ready to “show them" indeed They exhibited their skills in all kinds of areas, from singing to hunting, to compos­ ing music on the computer They explained their special interests, answered questions about their written exhibition papers and. perhaps most in­ teresting of all. talked about how they assessed themselves as they approached graduation After watching a day of stu­ dent exhibitions, the CHS Joe Simkina explains how he uses deer antlers to attract a buck to his blind during his presentation on bow hunting. Explaining an interest area was one the senior exhibition requirements. teachers agreed that they had been “showed." “We were exhausted, but exhilarated." said senior English teacher Lois Lamb, a member of the junior-senior team that set up the exhibition program “The kids came through, but then, they always do” she said “1 think the junior-senior team still possibly was sur­ prised. though, at the quality of these first exhibitions. ” “After watching these kids today. I know why I’m a teacher." said science teacher Joe Zomerlei. “This is what they mean by a ‘natural high." agreed Nanci Moore, who is a member of the junior-senior team and a senior advisor. ’‘These kids were wonderful " Labeled a “Celebration of Seniors." the CHS exhibition day was a holiday for the freshmen, sophomores and juniors, so all the high school teachers could sit as evaluators and spectators for the seniors' exhibitions The seniors arrived at their appointed times, bringing with them their high school portfolios, required written papers and any kinds of props or audio-visual equipment they wanted to use for the oral portions of their presentations. Members of senior Joe Simkins' exhibition panel applaud his exhibition as they present him a certificate of their approval. CHS teachers Ruth Grinstead (left), Barbara Overkamp and CHS Guidance Counselor Dave Wesorick served on Joe's panel. Together, because of your support, we have made the dream a reality 0 <3 p 3 c> 0 COME SNEAKA PEEK! us ° Sunday,’ May l5 <1 c o from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. and take a peek at our ^newest additions! Our Open House will <><? feature our New Family Birthing Center, 0 a Surgical Center,*Green Street Cafe <1 4 and Exterior Renovation. O Come and see a real operating room with all of the equipment, find out what makes a birthing bed different fromPa regular bed, and CJ how does^anesthesia really work. C Refreshments will be served in the 4 Green Street Cafe where staff members will be available to answer any questions. & 4 0 0 Q C PENNOCK HOSPITAL A New Vision of Health V o 1009 West Green Street, Hastings (616) 945-3451 <> CHS senior Heidi Hoekstra explains her portfolio during her senior exhibition. Panel members Sharon Weaver, left, and Heidi's brother, Greg Hoekstra, listen and evaluate Heidi's presentation. 0 c Each senior then appeared before a separate three-person panel consisting of his-her senior advisor and two per­ sons the student had invited to be on the panel. Seniors chose family members, other teachers and members of the community to serve as evaluators for their exhibitions, which lasted anywhere from 40 minutes to an hour. For the exhibitions, seniors were required to present their portfolios, now mandated by the state, in which the students had organzied examples of their very best high school ac­ complishments, both in and out of the classroom Also required for the port­ folio were an up-to-date per­ sonal resume and job applica­ tion letter, a current grade transcript, standardized and competency test scores, several required forms and a list of the student’s communi­ ty service and leadership activities. The rest of the portfolio consisted of what the in­ dividual student considered his or her very best high school work Included were compositions, creative writing, science papers, art and even math problems from core classes, along with press clippings, photographs and video tapes showing the stu­ dent at his or her personal best "The portfolio's best use during high school is as a self­ assessment tool for the stu­ dent,” Principal Tonya Porter said in an earlier interview. "It’s a way the student can constantly measure his (or her) progress, and ideally, by the time the student graduates, the portfolio should contain the very best examples of the student’s work." Along with the portfolio, the exhibiting seniors had to present to the panel an area of personal interest and a self­ assessment. One of these had to be a written presentation. the other oral. The written papers were given to panel members ahead of time. The seniors had to be prepared for questions about any aspect of their exhibi lions, and in many cases, the exhibition ended up a relaxed conversation between the stu­ dent and the panel. "I think the kids were pro­ ud of themselves when they were finished," commented S«e Senior, page 11 10% Off All Garden Hose and Soaker Hose 25, 50 & 100 feet. $995 Starting at... Reg. Caledonia Fanners Elevator Street 136 E. Main 891-8108 9 • Caledonia Open 6 Davs a Week �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / May 3. 1994 / Page 11 Tuesday. May 10 Pizza, french fries, fruit choice, milk. AREA SCHOOL LUNCH MENUS Thomapple Kellogg Breakfast Menu Wednesday. Ma? 4 Waffle/cherry sauce, juice, milk. Thursday, May 5 Sausage biscuit, grape juice, milk. Friday, May 6 Scrambled egg, toast, juice choice, milk. Monday, May 9 Cold cereal, muffin, orange juice, milk. Tuesday, May 10 Pancakes/syrup. apple juice, milk. Caledonia Community Schools Kettle I,ake Breakfast Menu Tuesday , May 10 Hot cinnamon roll, juice or fruit, milk. Wednesday, May 4 French toast sticks, sausage, juice or fruit, milk. Thursday, May 5 Breakfast pizza, juice or fruit, milk. Friday. May 6 Pop tart, string cheese, juice or fruit, milk. Monday. May 9 Assorted cereal, toast, juice or fruit, milk. Caledonia Community Schools Elementary Lunch Menu Wednesday. May 4 Fish nuggets, baked potato bar. food bar. milk Thursday, May 5 Nacho Supreme, food bar. milk Friday, May 6 Com dog. food bar. apple crisp, milk. Monday, May 9 Breakfast for lunch, french toast, sausage, food bar. milk. Tuesday, May 10 Pizza, food bar. milk. Caledonia Community High Middle Schools Lunch Menu W ednesday. May 4 Spaghetti w/meat sauce, tossed salad, or french fries, garlic toast, milk Thursday . May 5 Ham/cheese sandwich, green beans or french fries, fruit choice, milk. Friday. May 6 Chicken patty, w/bun, peas or french fries, fruit choice, milk Monday . May 9 Submarine sandwich, mix­ ed veg. or french fries, fruit choice, milk. Caledonia Community Schools High Middle Meal Deal Menu Wednesday. May 4 Hot turkey sub. frenchf nes. Vita Pup. milk. Thursday. May 5 Foot long hot dog w topp­ ing, french fries. Vita Pup. milk. Friday . May 6 Itza Pizza, french fries. Vita Pup. milk. Potato Bar Monday. May 9 Grilled chicken patty w/bun. french fries. Vita Pup. milk. Tuesday , May 10 BYO Sub Sandwich, french fries. Vita Pup. milk. Caledonia wrestlers compete at Portland, Sparta Thirty-one w restlers from the Caledonia Freestyle Wrestling Club participated in tournaments at Portland and Sparta on April 23. Five-year-old Justin Max­ im. led Group I by winning a silver medal, with teammates Brandon Cance and Jordan Turdeau placing fourth For Group II. Jacob Klapmust placed first and Michael Tomanek and Matthew Morgan finished in second place Gold medalists Michael Morgan. Christopher Smith and Lucas Zoet set the pace for Group III. Todd Maines earned a silver medal while a bronze was awarded to Seth Temle. Group IV wrestler Dustin McFarlan, completed the regular developmentaltournament schedule with a gold medal. Silver medals were won by Ryan James and Nick Webster. Nick Draft. Zach Hollmshead. Casey Kiney and B.J. Tomanek placed third with Mark Pyper. placing fourth. Cadet wrestler Curt Pyper. successfully earned a silver medal in Greco Roman and a bronze medal in freestyle. Also competing were Ryan Dykhouse. Nick Gillet. Bran don Grinage. Ryan Haywood. Michael Klapmust. Ryan Mosey. Craig Oland. Rory Root. Brandon Schalk. Kevin Smith and Scot Hang Savings Seniors Continued from pg 10 CHS teacher Sharon Weaver, who coordinated the schedule for the actual exhibition day, and who sat in on no less than 15 exhibitions herself. “After all the complaining we heard about this project, the kids did a great job. and 1 think they really did feel a sense of accomplishment. “Il was definitely such a positive experience for the staff, and I believe it was a positive experience for the students, too." “Each of the exhibitions was so different, they really reflected the diversity of in­ terests among our students.” “We had a lot of parents come in that day, and all I talked to were glad the kids had a chance to do a project like this." Weaver explained that the exhibitions tie in with the school’s "exit outcomes." which outline the competen­ cies each graduating senior should be able to demonstrate in order to receive a diploma. "This is something that will be emphasized more each year as we fine tune the portfolio and the senior exhibition pro­ gram.” she said. “It’s hard when we’re lear­ ning at the same time the kids are learning, and sometimes the kids are ahead of us," she added with a smile. “But all in all. we believe this first exhibition day was a very good one . ” Although the exhibition re­ quirements may change and even expand in scope in future years, this year’s exhibitions still are a graduation require­ ment. Those few who have not yet presented an exhibition will not receive a diploma un­ til they do, said Porter. “It was very successful.” she said of the first senior ex­ hibition effort “We know that we need to refine and improve it. but now we feel we have a good base Our kids did a great job. It’s not easy to be the first, but this class really set the tone for excellence. “We are very pleased “You know, when you take a deep breath and make a re­ quirement like this, for all the seniors, you always wonder if you’ve bitten off more than you can chew.” commented Lamb. “Then, when it happens, and you see what these kids can do. well, it really is an emotional ‘high PRICES EFFECTIVE MAY 2 THRU 8. 1994 Haviland 114% I I ■ S.U 1 ■ HOM W BASSETT S DLD Ltta^nalion V ALLSORTS CANDIES cold” rebate NICE N EASY HAIR COLOR ASSORTED SHADES - BY CLAIROL 14 OZ BONUS EXCLAMATION! 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Ml / May 3, 1994 CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA KENT COUNTY, MICHIGAN Minutes of a regular meeting of the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia, held at the Village and Township Hail. 250 S Maple Street Caledonia Michigan on the 20th day of April 1994, at 7:30 p.m. Trojan soccer squad starts strong PRESENT. Members Garbow, R DeVries. Gould, J DeVnes. Jousma. Dietoman Snyder ABSENT Members The following ordinance was offered by J DeVnes and supported by Dieleman ORDINANCE NO. 94- 4 Z AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS Section 1. Repeal. Section 15.9 of tie Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Townshp of Caledonia is hereby repealed Section 2. Condominiums. The Charter Township of Caledonia Zoning Ordinance is further amended by the addition of a new section 3 47 which provides as follows Section 3.47 Condominiums. (a) Pursuant to authority conferred by Section 141 of he Michigan Condominium Act (Public Act 59 of 1978 as amended), no lands may be used for a Condominium or Site Condominium as defined herein unless such use is permitted in the zoning district in which the project is located and toeproject receives site plan approval pursuant to Chapter XVIII of tris Ordinance, as modified by this Section 3.47. (b) The following definitions shal apply (1) 'Condominium Act* means Public Ad 59 of 1978. as amended (2) ‘Condominium* includes Condominium Project and means a plan or project consisting of not less than two Condominium Units established in conformance with the Condominium Act The term includes protects consisting of detached single­ family residential units established under the Condominium Act commonly referred to as 'Site Condominiums.* Condominium also includes a building or structure constructed upon a Lot or Condominium Unit which is intended for office, industrial, business or recreational purposes (3) ’Condominium Unit* means that portion of the Condominium Project designed and intended for separate ownership and use. as presenbed in the Master Deed, regardless of whether it is intended for residential, office, industrial, business or recreational use. or tor use as a time-share unit or any other type of use (4) ’Lof shal mean the same as ‘Home Site' and ‘Condominium Unit* (5) ‘Mobile Homo Condominium Project* means a Condominium Protect in which Mobile Homos as defined m Section 30A of Act 300 of Public Acts of 1949, being MCL 257 3022, are intended to be located upon separate sites which constitute individual Condominiums (6) ‘Master Deed* moans the Condominium document required by Public Act 59 of 1978 recording the Condominium Project, including ail attached exhibits (7) ‘Site Condominium* shall mean a Condominium plat consisting of Condominium Lots to bo developed as single-family dwelling sites (c) All applications tor condominium site plan review shal contain the following information, in addition to that required by Chapter XVIII: (1) A statement of the general common elements of the Condominium or Condominium Project to be contained in the Master Deed (2) The use and occupancy restrictions of the Condominium (3) Such other information as will reasonably assist the Planning Commission and Township Board in considering and evaluating the Condominium Planned Unit Development. (d) The procedure for application, review, and approval of Condominium site plans shall be as provided in Chapter XVIII, except that the Township Board shall review the actions of the Planning Commission on the application and may confirm or reverse that decision in whole or in part, and indude or delete conditions on approval. (e) All Condominiums, including Condominium Projects, Condominium Structures and Site Condominiums shall comply with the following requirements, in addition to all other applicable requirements (1) The tot area, frontage and building set backs (including limited common elements) for each lot in a Site Condominium shall satisfy the minimum requirements of the zoning district in which such lot is located (2) Each Condominium shall be under construction within one year after Township Board approval of the Site Plan. The Planning Commission may, in its discretion, grant an extension of time, not exceeding one year, for the commencement of construction, provided the applicant presents reasonable and vabd evidence that the development nas encountered unforeseen dfficutries but is ready to proceed without further delay. If the Condominium is not commenced within one year after issuance of the building permit or within the above-stated one-year extension, site plan approval and any building permit shall thereupon be void and of no further effect. (3) (4) The Planning Commission may require a guarantee to ensure the completion of the common elements and other facilities to the extent and in the manner specified in the Site Plan, including a performance bond or letter of credit in such amount and upon such terms as the Planning Commission and Township Board may determine to bo necessary to ensure the timely and proper completion of the Condominium in accordance with the site plan. The Planning Commission may require that all common elements and other faahties bo constructed and completed pnor to issuing an occupancy permit If said improvements are partially completed and occupancy would not impair the hearth, safety and general welfare of the residents, the bulking inspector may, upon the recommendation of the Planning Commission grant an occupancy permit if the Developer deposits a performance bond or letter of credt with the Township Clerk m an amount determined by the Planning Commission to be equal to toe cost of the improvements yet to be made, said improvements to be completed within one year of the date of the occupancy permit (f) A ‘Consent to Submission of Real Property Condominium Project* stating the names of afl parties which have ownership interests in the proposed Condominium or other written evidence that the applicant has the legal nght to purchase the subject property from the owners of record, shal be submitted (g) All Mobile Home Condominium Projects shafl conform to the requirements of this Ordinance (h) All provisions of the Condominium Planned Unit Development as approved by the Township Board must be incorporated m the recorded Master Deed of the Condominium. Subsequent proposed changes to toe approved Condominium must be reviewed and approved by the Townshp pursuant to this Chapter A copy of the Master Deed as recorded with toe Kent County Register of Deeds must be provided to the Township within ton days after such rwcorang Section 3. Publication and Effective Data. The Townstap Clerk shal publish a summary of tots Ordinance in a newspaper orcUated n the Townshc This Ordnance shal be effective mmedatofy upon pubticabon. _ .__ Patnaa Snyder. Clerk Rret Reacting March 16, 1994 Charter Towrs*p & Catedorea Second Reacting Apnl 20. 1994 Effective date I hereby certify toe foregoing to be a true copy of an ordnance adopted at a reguar meeting of the Townshc Board of the Charter Townsfup of Caledonia held on Apri 20 1994 Pubic notice of said meeting was given as provided by law Patnoa Snyder. Cterk Charter Township of Catodorua Members of the Middleville varsity soccer team are. front row from left Aimee Thaler, Katie Polhemus. Julie Shear. Kari Bustraan, Randi Neeson. Angie Gildea. Tracy Wieringa and Bridget Loftus Second row: Kelly Holwerda. Rachel DeVormer, Tara Titus, Charity Finkbeiner, Jessica Coe. Heather Altoft. Kendra Weatherhead. Britt Haraburda and Bridget Loftus. The 1994 TK girls varsity squad is off to a positive start this season as a young but ex­ perienced roster battles its way through the OK Rainbow Conference. The Trojans. 5-2-1 and overall 2-2 in the conference, are paced by seniors up the middle and “veteran" juniors in defense. Goalkeeper Tracy Wieringa who has four shutouts, striker Britt Haraburda (eight goals), midfielders Kendra Weatherhead (one goal), Kate Zoemer and Bridget Loftus provide the senior leadership. The junior-dominated backfield consists of sweeper Tara Titus, left back Heather Altoft. stopper Jessica Coe. right backs Charity Fink­ beiner and sophomore Kelly Holwerda replacing injured starting back Arnie Evans Midfielders include juniors Kari Bustraan. Angie Gildea. Randi Neeson. Julie Shear, and Aimee Thaler. Two sophomore scorers are Katie Polhemus (five goals) and Rachel DeVormcr (one goal), round exit the roster for coach Steve Evans The Trojans host Forest Hills Northern on Wednes day. May 4. JV Trojans lose 2 last week The Middleville jay vee softball went 0-2 last week, losing to Hamilton and Kelloggsville. Leading hitters were Michelle Merlau who hit 5-6 with a triple and three RBI’s. Tami Bruin was 3-6 with a double and three RBI’s Good pitching efforts from Amber Frost, and Sage Lucas were turned in according to the coach CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA KENT COUNTY, MICHIGAN Minutes of a regular meeting of the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia, held at the Village and Township Hall, 250 S. Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, on the 20 day of Apnl, 1994, at 7:30 p.m. PRESENT: Members Garbow, R. DeVries, Gould, J. DeVries, Jousma, Deilema, Snyder ABSENT: Members The following ordinance was offered by Jousma, and supported by J. DeVries ORDINANCE NO. 94-5 Z AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE TEXT OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS: [Maximum lot coverage in 14 and 1-2 Districts] Section 1. Section 13.6(ft of toe Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia is hereby amended so as to read in its entirety as follows: Section 13.6 Area Regulations. No building or structure shall be erected nor shall any building or structure be enlarged unless the following yards, lot area and building coverage requirements are provided and maintained in connection with such building structure or enlargement (a), (b),(c), (d)and(e) [No change) (f) Lot coverage - Not more than 40% of the area of a lot or parcel shaB be occupied by buildings or other structures Areas used for outdoor storage shall be included in determining maximum permitted lot coverage. Section 2. Section 14.6(f) of the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia is hereby amended so as to read in its entirety as follows Section 14.6 Area Regulations. No building or structure shall be erected nor shall any bulking or structure be enlarged unless the following yards, lot area and building coverage requirements are provided and maintained in connection with such buikting structure or enlargement (a), (b), (c). (d) and (e) [No change] (f) Lot coverage - Not more than 40% of the area of a lot or parcel shal be occupied by buikkngs or other structures Areas used for outdoor storage shall be included in determining maximum permitted lot coverage Section 3. Publication and Effective Date. This Ordinance shall become effective upon its publication or upon the publication of a summary of its provisions in a newspaper of general circulation m toe Township First Reacting March 16 1994 Second Reacting Apnl 20, 1994 Effective date: ___________________________________ Patnoa Snyder Clerk Charter Township of Caledonia (309) I nereby certify toe loregoing to be a true copy of an ordinance adopted at a regular meeting of the Townstwp Board of toe Charter Townstup of Caledonia held on April 20, 1994 Pubic notice of sad meeting was gnren as provided by law Patnoa Snyder Clerk Charter Township of Caledonia �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I May 3, 1994 I Page 13 TK boys trounce Kelloggsville in track Tbe Middleville boys track team defeated Kelloggsville 100-36, in a O-K Blue show­ down, April 25. The boys swept the 100meter hurdles with Todd Winsma taking first, Keith Potts winning second and Jeremy Ardema finishing third. The 300-meter hurdles were swept by the same three boys, with Potts taking tbe number one finish, Ardema finishing second and Winsma finishing third. Individuals winning first in the field events were: Jason VanElst in the shot put and the discus. Matt Sends in the long jump, Ardema in the high jump and Matt Polehemus in the pole vault. Win­ ners on the track were: Brad Enders In the 1600- and 3200-meters and Solomon in the 200- and 400-meters. All of the relay teams won. Members of the teams are Shawn Davis, Josh Steorts, Isaac Bainbridge and Thad Otto in the 800- and 3200meters; Send, Brian Syswerda, Mike Ellis and Roger Perez in the 400-me­ ters and Otto. Winsma. Potts and Ed Solomon in the 1600meters. Placing second were Perez in the discus and Send in tbe 100- and 200-meter dashes. 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Middleville 795-7100 installed OPEN 8 A M. to 5 P M MONDAY-FRIDAY • SATURDAY BY APPOINTMENT ONLY ORDINANCE NO 94-7 Z — Quality Workmanship and Reasonable Prices (7) Surface Water Drainage. AN ORDINANCE Io amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS: (a) The drainage of surface waters shall be accompbshed by designated drainage areas, culverts, and other means, as shown on the Plan There shall be drainage easements as shown on the Plan, including those inckcated as proposed drainage easements [Trent Henry Meadows Planned Unit Development] (b) The use of the surface water drainage system in tbe Development and the discharge of waters from the storm sewer system and other elements of the surface water drainage system shall be accomplished so as to have no significant adverse effect upon adjacent or nearby lands or surface waters, by reason of erosion, pollution or otherwise. Section 1. The Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia is hereby amended by the amendment of Section 4.2 thereof, the Zoning Map. so as to rezone the following desenbed lands from the PMR Planned Mineral Removal District to the Planned Unit Development Distnct in accordance with the Final Development Plan of the Trent Henry Meadows Planned Unit Development, subject to ail of the terms and conditions of this Ordinance: The East 66 feet of the North 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 22. the West 57 9 rods of the North 83 rods. Section 23, EXCEPT the North 332 4 feet thereof. T5N. RIOW. Caledonia Township. Kent County. Michigan; and also to rezone the following de senbed lands from the R-R Rural D.strxt toJhe Planned Unit Development Distnct in accordance with the Final Development Plan of the Trent Henry Meadows Planned Unit Development, subject to all of the terms and conditions of this Ordinance. That part of the NE 1/4. Section 22. and that part of the NW 1/4, Secton 23, T5N. RIOW desenbed as BEGINNING at the NW comer of Secbon 23; thence S00°4T3rE 332.40 feet along the West line of said NW 1/4, Secbon 23; thence N89"33‘24,E 955.35 feet along the South Ime of the North 332 4 feet of said NW 1/4 thence S00"4T31'E 1037.10 feet along the East Ime of the West 57 9 rods of said NW 1/4; thence S8933 24"W 955.35 feet along the South line of the North 83 rods of said NW 1/4; thence NOO4T31"W 50 90 feet along the West line of said NW 1/4 and the Easterly line of Rrverland Ranch to the NE corner of Lot 10, Riverland Ranch; thence S89°28'36'W 1325.50 feet along the Northerly line of Riverland Ranch; thence NOO^S^rW 468 78 feet along the East line of Lot 5, Riverland Ranch to the NE comer of said Lot 5; thence N00°39 21 W 390.66 feet along the West line of the NE 1/4 of the NE 1/4, Secbon 22; thence N89°30’00'E 1258.96 feet; thence N00°4T3rW 459.73 feet; thence N89°3124'E 66.00 feet along the North line of the NE 1/4, Section 22 to the place of beginning, T5N, RIOW, Caledonia Township. Kent County, Michigan. In the case of conflicts or discrepancies between any part of the Final Development Plan and the terms of this ordinance, this ordinance shall control. Section 2. Tbe rezoning of the above-described lands to the Planned Unit Development District, in accordance with the Final Development Plan of Trent Henry Meadows Planned Unit Development (the "Developments') is expressly subject to all of the following terms and conditions: (8) Utilities. Natural gas service, electncal service and telephone service to the Development shall be by means of underground facilities. (9) Soil erosion and Sedimentation Control. In the construction and use of the Development, the applicant shall comply in all respects with any reouired soil erosion and sedimentation control permit A copy thereof shall be submitted to the Township (10) Garbage and Refuse Disposal Garbage and refuse disposal will be accomplished by ovate contract in compliance with any Township requirements All trash, garbage and refuse shall be fept in a garage or other fully enclosed area except for short periods of time reasonably necessary to permit the removal thereof by garbage and refuse haulers (11) Landscaping. Evergreen trees shall be planted and maintained on the berm along tbe north property Ime along Lots 1, 2. 3 and 4 as shown on the Plan The trees shall be spaced 20 feet apart and when planted shall be not toss than lour feet in height. If requested by the Planning Commission, the applicant will submit a landscape plan for the Development If required by the Planning Commission, such landscape plan shall include the planting of trees along the north hne of that part of the Development formerly included tn the Fischer Planned Mineral Removal Distnct. (12) Outdoor Lighting. Tbe Development shall have an outdoor street lighting system, with lights to be placed as shown on the Plan. All lighting fixtures shall be oriented so as to minimize excessive glare and reflection of light onto adjacent properties. In addition to the outdoor lights shown on the Plan dated November 11, 1993, the applicant shall provide an outdoor street light along the entrance road into the Development, about 15 feet south of tne 84th Street nght-of-way (13) Signage. There may be an identification sign for the Development, to be located at the entrance to the Development, off 84th Street. The size of the identification sign and other features thereof shall comply with the sign requirements of the R-R District. Tbe sign shall be located outside of the 84th Street nght-of-way. There shall be stop signs for motor vehicles located along tbe streets in the Development, as shown in the Plan. Each of the streets in the Development shall be identified by a street name sign (14) Fire Protection. (1) Development Plan. Tbe Trent Henry Meadows Planned Unit Development (the •Development') shall comply in all respects with the Final Development Plan of the Development The Development Ran includes the preliminary site plan dated Apnl 2, 1993, as revised by the Final Development Plan dated November 11, 1993; the application for rezomng dated July 3, 1992; the street construction plan dated November 11. 1993; and other matenals submitted by the applicant in connection with the application for rezomng and the review thereof by the Planning Commission. (a) The design, layout and construction of the Development shall be reviewed as to matters of public safety and emergency access by the Township Fire Chief The recommendations, if any, of the Fire Chief on these matters shall be forwarded to the Planning Commisaion tor their consideration. (2) Land Usee. Tbe Development shall be constructed and used for detached single family dwellings and residential accessory uses The lots and other elements of the development will be established conveyed and owned on a site condominium basis, in accordance with the Michigan Condominium Act. The development shal comply with all of the site condominium provisions of the Township Zoning Ordinance (b) For fire protection purposes, there shall be a dry hydrant installed and maintained within the easement across Lot 4. as shown on the Plan. A pond area, tor retention of water tor fire protection purposes, shall be laid out within such easement as shown in the Plan There shall be a gravel dove 15 feet in width extending from the cul-de-sac at the end of Trent Henry Drive, to the pond area within Lot 4. Such arrangements for the pond area, the dry hydrant and the easement with gravel drive shall be reviewed by the Fire Chief as to their adequacy for fire protection purposes (3) Master Deed and Condominium By_-Laws The Master Deed for the development and the By-Laws of Tbe Condominium Association shall be submitted to the Planning Commission for its review and shall be subject to the approval of the Planning Commission and Township Board, in consultation with the Township attorney. Among other matters, the Master Deed and Condominium By-Laws shall provide that as to any matters required by the terms of this ordinance, neither the Master Deed nor the By-Laws shall be changed or amended without the pnor approval of the Planning Commission and Township Board. (4) Lot Areas Site Access The boundaries of the Development and all of the lots therein shall be as shown on the Development Ran (the "Plan') Access to the Development shall be from 84th Street as shown on the Plan. Each tot in 6e Development shall be two acres or more n area as shown in the Plan, and shal have a width of not toss than 200 feet at the pont of m-nimum building set back as established under the terms of the R-R Distnct Tbe mmmum depth of the front yard and the rear yard and the minimum width of the side yard shall be as provided in the R R Distnct. Dwelbnas sharfl have at toast the mrumum floor area specified in the R-R Distnct There shall be not more than 22 smgto-famify dwellings m the Development as shown n the Plan There shaH oe use and occupancy restnebons pertaining to the lots tn the Development to be set forth in he Condominium By-Laws or in a separate document, to be submitted tor review on approval by the Planning Commission and Township Board (5) Streets and Drives. Tbe dnveway tor ngress to and egress from the Development shall be a pnvate dnve as shown to the Plan and shall comply with the pnvate road requirements of the Township Zoning Ordnance Tbe pnvato shal be hard surfaced and constructed mcomptia^ewit) al applicable Caledonia Township standards The nght-of-wey for the pnvate dnve shall be 66 feet m width The paved area shall be at toast 20 toet to wxth. The location of too entrance of thepm/ate dnve. off 84th Street, and the configuration of toe entrance area shal be m compliance with Kent County Road Commission requirements (6) Sanitary Sewer Service and Water Supply. (15) Other Matters (a) The Plan tor the Development and in particular the proposed streets, water supply and sewage disposal arrangements, stormwater drainage system and other related matters shal be submitted to the township engineer for the engineer's approval or recommendations as to modifications or improvements. (b) The applicant shall construct the berm near the south line of Lot 14 as shown on the Plan. Tbe berm shal be 10 feet m width with stopes having one toot of elevation tor each two feet of horizontal distance, to the elevation shown on the Plan (16) The Township Board hereby determines that the Plan complies with the provisions of the Townshto Zoning Ordinance and promotes its intent and purposes The Township Board further finds that the Development, upon construction and use m full compliance with all of the terms and provisions of this Ordnance and the Township Zoning Ordnance, wil be compatible with adjacent uses of lands the natural environment and the capacities of public services and facilities affected by ttw Development The Township Board further determines that toe Development wil be consistent with the public health safety and general welfare The conditions set forth herem with regard to the Development are determined to be those conditions which are necessary to insure that public services and facilities affected by the Development will be capable of accommodating increased public service demands caused by the Development to protect the natural environment and to conserve natural resources and energy, to insure compatibility with adjacent land uses and Io promote the use of land m a socially and economically desirable manner (17) The Township may enforce the provisions of this Orchnance and applicable provisions of the Township Zoning Ordinance (including Section 23 5 thereof). Building Code and other ordinances laws and regulations to toe extent and m any manner provided by law (a) The Development shal be served by pnvato water wells and by pnvate septic tank and drainage systems approved by the Kent County Hearth Department (18) Tbe time hmrtabons on the construction of toe Development shall be as stated in Section 15.8 of toe Townsiup Zonng Ordnance (b) If public sanitary sewer service and puttee water supply rx erther ol tiem become available (wMhm the meantog of the appkeabto sewer connection ordnance) to too Development, the buildings in tie Development shall be connected to such puttee services, m accordance with applicable sewer and water ordnances and other regdations (19) This ordnance shal become effective upon its publication or upon publication of a summary of its provisions n a local newspaper of general circulation (c) If the Kant County HeaMh Department tie State Department of Natural Resources or other governmental agency having junsdetion shal determine that it s necessary n toe toterest of toe public health, safety and welfare to mslal puttee waler supply and of pubicserv'c« Srthm the Development, m order to protect agars! contamination erf water supply or for otoer reasons the owners erf the Development and toe tends toerec snal compty vwth any such governmental action or orders and thereupon install such piKtec services without expense to the Township Ayes ________ Nays:________ ORDINANCE DECLARED ADOPTED Township Clerk (307) �Page 14 I The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml / May 3. 1994 ORDINANCE NO. 94-2 AN ORDINANCE TO ADOPT THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA LAND SUBDIVISION CONTROL ORDINANCE AND TO PROVIDE PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION THEREOF (12) Contours at five (5) foot intervals or less shaH be shown where foe slope is greater than ten (1°) percent and at two (2) foot intervals where the stope is ten(10) percent or less The direction of drainage shall also be shown (3) The Proprietor shall submit proof of ownership of the land included m foe final plat in the form of an abstract of title certified to the date of the proprietor's certificate, or an effective pokey of title insurance (4) The Township of Caledonia may require such other information as rt deems necessary to establish whether foe proper parties have signed foe plat. THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS: Section 1. The Ordinance Code of the Charter Township of (13) Caledonia is hereby amended by adding the foitowwg Existing storm and sanitary sewers and water mams, and a statement irxticabng foe method or methods by which dramage sewage disposal and water supply wil be provided Subdivision Control ARTICLE I General Section 1.1 Purpose The purpose of this Ordinance is to regulate and control foe subdivision of land within the Township to promote the safety, public health, and general welfare of the Township Among other purposes, this Ordnance is intended to provide procedures for the review of subtfivisrons by the Townsh^i pursuant to the Subdr/is*on Control Act of 1967, Public Act 288 of 1967, as amended (‘Act 288’) and to provide standards for the proper and orderly subdivision of land and the provision of adequate and essential pubic improvements and utilities Section 1.2 Scope and Conflict. The provisions of this Ordinance apply to all subdivisions of land within the Township Where this Ordinance provides a standard stncter than that required by Act 288. this Ordinance shall control Section 1.3 Feo Schedule. Any person filing a plat pursuant hereto shall pay such fees as may De set from time to time by resolution of the Township Board, and until the fee is paid the plat shall not be considered or reviewed Section 14 Definitions. (1) General. All terms in this Ordinance not defined in this section shall have the meanings and definitions given by Act 288 (14) Proposed protective covenants and deed restrictions, or a written statement that none are proposed. (15) Section 2.4 preliminary Ptat/Tentative Approval Procedure. (1) After a preliminary plat has been referred to the Township Planning Commission, as stated m Section 2.2, the Planning Commission shall consider the preliminary plat and make a recommendation to the Township Board as to whether the preliminary plat shall or shall not be approved The preliminary plat, together with minutes showing the action of tne Planning Commission thereon, shall then be referred to the Townshp Board (3) Collector Street A street used to carry traffic from -Local Streets to Artenal Streets, including pnncipal entrance streets to large residential developments (4) Local Street: A street which is intended pnmanly for access to abutting properties (5) Marginal Access Street: A Local Street which is parallel and adjacent to Artenal Streets and which provides access to abutting properties and protection from through traffic, but not carrying through traffic Section 2.3 Preliminary Plat: Required Information. The preliminary plat of a subdivision and supplementary information shall contain the information descnbed below. Maps shall be drawn to show clearly aH information, including date and north point, at a scale of not more than 200 feet to one inch. (1) The name of the proposed subdivision (2) Legal descnption of the area to be platted; (3) Name, address and telephone number of the propnetor Subdivider, surveyor and/or engineer who prepared the preliminary plat (4) The name of abutting subdivisions, if any (5) Statement of intended use of the proposed plat, such as residential single family, two family and multiple housing; commercial industrial; or recreation (6) Proposed sites, if any. for multi-family dwellings shopping centers, churches, industry, and other nonpubkc uses, exclusive of single family dwellings, as well as any sites proposed for parks, playgrounds, schools or other public uses (7) A map of the entire area scheduled for development if the proposed plat is a portion of a larger holding intended tor subsequent development (11) Lot tines and dimensions to the nearest foot and toe total number of tots by block The subdvxter snail also submit a table listing foe proposed tots by number, the respective tot area for each tot foe area of foe smallest tot, and foe average lot area (3) The Township Board shaH approve the plat or disapprove Section 3.3 Improvements and FacHftiee Required by the Township of Caledonia. (1) Before final approval of a plat, the Township Board may require completion of al required improvements relative to streets, aseys and roads, or may require a deposit by the propnetor with the Township Clerk in the form of cash, certified check, irrevocable bank letter of credt, or a surety bond acceptable to the Township Board in an amount sufficient to insure completion of the improvements. The Township Board shaH rebate to the propnetor, as the work progresses, amounts of any cash deposits equal to the ratio of the work completed to foe entire project. (2) Monuments shaH be set in accordance with Act 288 and the rules of the State Department of Treasury (3) Upon completion of all required improvements, one complete copy of as-built engineenng plans for all required public improvements and utilities shaH be Ned with foe Township Clerk coincident with foe submission of foe final plat. Section 3.4 Certificates on Final Plat. On all final plats presented to the Township Board for approval, there shall be provided proper certificates for the Townsnip Clerk to certify the approval of tne plat by foe Township Board, and foe acceptance on behalf of the public of all dedications shown thereon (4) No work shall be done by the Proprietor on any land offered or to be offered for decficabon unbl the Township Board shall have adopted said resolution granting tentative approval of the preliminary plat and determining the nature and character of tne work and improvements to be required. Improvements and Regulations (5) Improvements constructed pursuant to the requirements of the Township Board must be made in accordance with the specifications approved by the Planning Commission, as modified by the Township Board. (1) (2) (3) (4) ARTICLE IV Section 4.1 General. The following standards shall apply to all subdivisions within the Charter Township of Caledonia Section 4.2 Lot Layout (1) AH lots shall face upon, and have direct access to, a public street (2) The side lines of lots shall be approximately at nght angles or radial to foe street upon which the lots face (3) All lots shall conform to foe requirements of the zoning ordinance for the zone in which the plat is located If public water and sewer are available, the provisions of the Township Zoning Ordinance shall nevertheless override Section 186 of Act 288 Following tentative plat approval from the Township Board, the Proprietor shall; (4) Comer lots for residential use shall have foe minimum required frontage on both streets adjacent to foe lot. a. Submit the preliminary plat to all other reviewing authonbes as required by Act 288. (5) The maximum depth of a lot shall not be more than three times foe length of its frontage. b. Submit a list of all such authorities to Township Clerk, certifying that the list shows all approving authonbes as required by Act 288 (6) No plat shaH be isolated from nor isolate other lands from existing public streets, unless suitable access is provided. c. Submit all approvals to the Township Clerk after they have been secured. (7) The matenals shall be submitted not less than 20 days prior to the next regular meeting of the Township Board For any plat submitted thereafter, the applicant shal pay an additional fee established by resolution for the cost of calling a special meeting to comply with Section 120 of Act 288, unless the Propnetor waives compfiance with Section 120. Each block shall have at least two sides which are at least 500 feet in length, measured from center of street to center of street No side of any block, however, shaH be less than 250 feet or more than 1.000 feet m length. (8) A block shall be designed to provide two tiers of lots, except m those cases where lots back onto an Artenal Street, natural feature, or subdivision boundary (9) No lot shall extend through a block and have frontage on two Local Streets Section 2.5 Preliminary Plat/Final Approval Procedure. Final approval of the preliminary plat under this section shall confer upon the Proprietor for a period of two years from the date of approval, the nghts granted under Act 288. The two year final approval period may be extended if applied for by the Proprietor and granted by the Township Board in writing. Following a determination that all required approvals have been secured, the Clerk shall forward the approved copies of foe preliminary plat together with all communications from the reviewing agencies to the Township Board as soon as possible pnor to the next regularly scheduled meeting The Township Board, at its next regular meeting o' at a special meeting withm 20 days after submission whichever is later shal: a Consider and review the preliminary plat and approve it if foe Propnetor has met a* conditions laid down tor approval of the prefcmnary plat. The land use and existing zoning of the proposed subdvision and adjacent tracts inducting identification of zomng dstncl lot size and yard requirements as we* as proof of any vanances or special exceptions which may have been granted (10) Streets, street names, ngpt-of way and roadway widths including features such as adjoining plats streets streams, rak roads utifcbes. cemeteries parks county drains, or any other features which may influence toe street layout or lot o nenlabor The Township Board shall examine the final plat at its next regular meeting or at a special meeting held withm 20 days after submission of foe plat, whichever is later Tentative approval under this section shal confer upon the Propnetor, for a penod of one year, approval of lot sizes, lot orientation and street layout Such tentative approval may be extended by resolution of the Township Board. (8) A location map showing the relationshtp of the proposed plat to the sunouncting area (9) (2) (3) Preliminary Plat Application and Review Procedures Section 2.2 Submission of Preliminary Plats Whenever any subdivision of land shall hereafter be laid out in the Township, the Propnetor thereof or his or her agent shall first submit eight (8) copies of a preliminary plat and supplementary information to the Township Clerk. Such plats and all supplementary matenals and procedures relating thereto shall, in all respects, be in full compliance with the provisions of this Chapter and Act 288 The Township Clerk shall refer the preliminary plats to the Township of Caledonia Planning Commission (the ‘Planning Commission*). The Township Board shall approve or disapprove the preliminary plat not later than 90 days after the preliminary plat is first submitted by the propnetor. If the plat is approved, the resolution so indicating shall state also the nature and character of the improvements that will be required to be made by the Propnetor. based upon the recommendations of the Planning Commission The resolution shall also state the times at which the respective improvements must be completed, and shal contain any conditions relating thereto If the plan is not approved, the Township Board shall set forth in wntmg its reasons for rejection and requirements for tentative approval. The Township Board shall record its approval or disapproval on the plat and return one copy to the Propnetor. The final plat shall be submitted not less than 20 days pnor to foe next regular meeting of foe Townshp Board For any plat submitted thereafter the applicant shal pay an additional tee established by resolution for foe cost of calling a special meeting to comply with Section 167 of Act 288, unless the Propnetor waives compliance with Section 167. (17) North arrow, scale, and date (18) When any part of the subdivision lies within or abuts floodplain area, the floodplain, as established by the state department of natural resources, shaH be shown within a contour line, and shal be clearly labeled on the plat with foe words ‘floodplain area * (2) Section 2.1 Proapplication Review. The proprietor may request an optional preapplication review to review the general proposed design ol the subdivision pnor to preparing formal plans seeking tentative approval ol the preliminary plat Any propnetor desiring a preapplication review shall submit to the Township Clerk a narrative or sketch showing the general layout of the subdivision and the proposed provisions for utilities, streets, drainage, and public areas The Planning Commission shall appoint a subcommittee or designate the Township Planner to meet with the proprietor to review and discuss the proposed subdivision design and the timetable for official subdivision /review, and to make suggestions for improvements in design of the subdivision. (1) Utility easements, showing location, width, and purpose (16) Bulking setback lines showing foe dimensions from aH streets (2) Arterial Street: A street of considerable continuity which is used or may be used pnmanly lor faster heavy traffic ARTICLE H Section 3.2 Procedure, Final Plat b n st net foe Townsfwp Clerk to notify foe Proprietor of approval or rejection m writing ARTICLE M Final Plat Application and Review Procedure Section 3.1 Requirements. (1) Final plats shal be prepared and submitted as provided in Act 288 (2) A written application for approval and foe recording fee shal accompany al final plats (10) Alleys are not permitted m residential subdivisions (11) Where practicable lots shal be configured and laid out so that the rear yard, rather than the front yard or side yards, is nearest such features as expressways, shopping centers or industnal properties, if any Any lots that are adjacent to such features shaH contain a landscape easement along the roar lino thereof at least 20 feet in width, in addition to other required yards or setbacks Section 4.3 Street Names No plat shaH contain a street or road name duplicating one already in use m the Township, or which is so simflar to a name already in existence that it may be confusing The naming of streets is subject to Township Ordinance 86-2 Section 4.4 Usable Land. AH land shall be platted such that it is usable for bmkkng lots or required improvements Land may be platted for common or pubic areas if adequate provision is made lor continued maintenance of such areas For areas under foe control of a subdivision property owners association or similar organization, the Township may require a recorded agreement wt->ereby foe Township may maintain foe area and charge the cost thereof as a lien against al properties in foe subdivision if foe association fails to adequately maintain foe area Section 4.5 Dedication. Streets shall be dedicated to the pubtic �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I May 3, 1994 / Page 15 Section 4.6 puhlic Street Design and Construction Standards Streets shaH satisfy the following standards (1) The subdivision layout shall conform to foe major road and thoroughfare plan and the master plan of the Township. (2) All proposed streets shaH be continuous and in • alignment with existing, planned or platted streets insofar as practicable Streets in new subdvisionsshal be at least as wide as existing streets so continued or projected (3) (4) New platted streets shall have a mrumum n^it-crf-way of sixty-sa (66) feet in residential plats and eighty-six (86) feet in commercial or industrial plats Cul-de-sac or dead end turn around nght-of-ways shall be sorty (60) feet minimum radius in residential plats and seventyfive (75) foot minimum radius in commercial-industnal plats. Dead end streets and streets terminating m a cul-desac shal not exceed 800 feet n length (6) Intersections of the streets shall be at an angle of 90 degrees, or as dose to such an angle as possible. but in no case less than 10 degrees from perpendicular (7) Streets and cul-de-sacs in residential plats shaH conform to the minimum requirements shown on the Kent County Road Commission Standards Sections *30' Bituminous Aggregate Valley Gutter.’ or "27’ Bituminous Aggregate with 24’ Concrete Valley Gutter,’ and 'Residential Cul-de-Sac* found in 'Requirements and Specifications for Rat Development’ issued by the Board of County Road Commissioners of the County of Kent. (9) Streets and cul-de-sacs in commercial-industnal plats shafl conform to the minimum requirements shown on the Kent County Road Commission s ’Standard Section for Industnai and Commercial Streets* and 'Commercial Cul-de sac ' Any street with design volumes of 5.000 average tnps per day or more shaH conform to the •Standard Section tor Industnai and Commercial Streets, tor ADT Volumes of 5,000 or more* found m 'Requirements and Specifications for Plat Development* issued by the Kent County Road Commission Block comers shaH be cut off or rounded (10) Minimum street grades shaH be 0.6%, and maximum grades shall be 6 0% (11) Permanent cul-de-sacs shall bo constructed on a sufficient grade to insure a minimum 0 6% grade along the flowline of the gutter while maintaining approximately 02' per foot crown The grade on a permanent or temporary cul-de-sac shall not exceed ♦3% in the direction away from the cul-de-sac, tor a distance ol 100 from its cantor (12) For T intersections, tho terminated street shall have a grade between -0 6% and -2.0% in the direction away from the through street, unless the through street is superelevated / Section 4.11 Public Water and Sower. (1) A sufficient number of streets r the said division shal extend to the boundary of the subdivision to provide the proper access to adjoining property and to future development on contiguous land (5) (8) ARTICLE VI Section 4.10 Utility Installations. Where available, pubic etectnaty gas cable television, water servxre and sewer service shal be instaled and maintained underground and in appropnate easements (13) Adequate measures tor storm water run off shall be provided. Storm water shall be collected by a system of catch basins and underground pipes. (14) Minimum clear sight distance at all minor street intersections shall permit vehicles to be visible to the driver of another venide when each is 125 feet from the center of the intersection No fence, wall, embankment, structure, sign, or planting shall obstruct vision in this area. (15) No more than two streets shall meet at any one intersection. (16) T-type intersections shall be used where practical at intersections of minor streets within a street. (17) Slight jogs at intersections shall be eliminated where practical Where such jobs cannot practically be avoided, street centerlines shall be offset by a distance of 125 feet or more Tho Townshto Board may require installation and use of public sewers tor subdivisions in which a public sewer and or water system with available capacity is located r a pubic nght-of-way or easement which abuts any part of the subdivision In determining whether to require installation and use of public sew©' the Township Board shall consider the proposed density of the development foe danger of pollution as a result of the soils and other factors at the site, and other appropnate factors W the installation of public water and/or sewer is considered to be probable within a reasonable time after completion and occupancy of the subdivision, the Township Board may require, as a condition of plat approval, that foe proprietor agree to install a public sewer transmission system, including mains, laterals, stubs, services, lift stations and other necessary facilities, at such time as public water and/or sewer does become available r such location The propnetor may satisfy this requirement by installing such facilities at the time of foe instalatton of the other facilities in the subdivisron (2) (3) (4) All public sewers and/or water systems shall be constructed to standards applicable to such sewers, and approved by foe Township. Following final approval of foe construction by the Township, the public sewer and/or water system shall be dedicated to foe Township or another designated public agency. If public water and/or sewer is not required, pnvate water and septic systems shall be installed which meet the requirements of the Kent County Health Department, Michigan Department of Public Health. Michigan Department of Natural Resources, and all other governmental agencies having jurisdrction Section 4.12 Parka and Other Recreation Areas. (1) Where a proposed park, playground, athletic field. unimproved open space or other recreational area is proposed for public use, such area may be dedicated to foe public or to foe owners of the tots in the plat. In the case of the dedication of such open space or other recreational area, whether to public use or to foe use of foe owners of tots in foe plat, adequate provision shall be made tor perpetual maintenance of such open space or area, by means of maintenance agreement, lot owners assoaation, restrictive covenants or other legal means In the case of the dedication of such lands for public use. foe Township Board may, in its discretion, accept the same and provide for the perpetual maintenance thereof. This provision shall not, however, be construed as requiring or implying the acceptance of any such lands by foe Township. (2) Where practicable, existing natural features which enhance the plat, such as trees and other vegetation, water courses, historic places and the like, shall be preserved or protected in the design and layout of the plat. (3) The propnetor may be required to include in the plat parks, playgrounds, athletic fields, other recreation areas, existing natural features and other elements which may provide opportunity for recreation by the residents of and visitors to the plat, and which may tend to enhance foe plat as a developed area within the Township. In considering whether to reauire the inclusion of such recreational areas, the Planning Commission and Township Board shall among other matters give consideration to the number of lots in the plat, foe likely number of persons who may reside there and other factors beanng on the appropriateness of including recreational lands within the plat. ARTICLE V (18) Street name signs shall be installed in appropnate locations at each street intersection in accordance with the requirements of the Kent County Road Commission (19) Traffic control signs and or warning devices shall be installed as may be determined necessary by the Kent County Road Commission. Section 4.7 Landscaping. Green belts or other appropnate landscaping may be required next to incompatible features such as highways, railroads, commercial or industrial uses, where necessary or desirable to screen the view from residential properties Such greenbelts or landscaping shal not be part of the road nght-of-way or utility easement Variance Section 5.1 A variance from foe provisions of this chapter may be granted as toHows (1) If foe Propnetor can clearly demonstrate that literal enforcement of foe terms of this chapter is impractical, or wil impose undue hardship in foe use of the land because of peculiar conditions pertaining to the land, foe Township Board, upon recommendation of the Planning Commission, may permit such vanance or vananas as in its sound dscretion. it finds reasonable and within foe general policy and purpose of this chapter and rf foe Township Board finds that a. Section 4.8 Easements. (1) (2) Easements shall be provided along front or rear tot Ines tor utilities and along side tot tenes when necessary The total width of an easement shall be sa feet along each tot line, or a total of 12 feet tor acfcotnmg tots In tho case of subdivisions traversed by a watercourse, drainage way. channel flood plain, or stream the proprietor may be required to provide a stormwater easement or drainage nght-of-way which conforms substantial with the Ines of such watercourse or nghtof-way. so as to minimize flood-ng dunng periods of heavy rainfaH Drainage way easements shall be provided as required by tho roles of the Kent County Dran Commissioner Section 4 9 Lighting Tho kghting of streets or of other locations within a subdivision may bo required Street lighting systems located within foe pubkc street nght-of-way shaH be dedicated to tho public b c. There are special circumstances or conditions affecting said property such that the strict application of foe provisions of this chapter would depnve the Propnetor of reasonable use of his or her tend The variance is necessary tor foe preservation and enjoyment of a substantial property right of foe Proprietor The granting ot foe variance wil not be detrimental to the pubic welfare or be injurious to foe property to foe area to which said property is situated Division of Plotted Lots Section 6.1 Prohibition. No tot or other parcel of land located within a recorded plat shaH be further partitioned or divided or a building permit issued tor a partitioned or divided tot unless such partition or division is first approved by foe Township Board as provided in this article No partition or drvision of a tot may result r> the creation of a lot that does not satisfy the particular minimum lot dimension requirements of the Townsh<> zoning ordinance. Section &2 Approval Lot Splits (1) Any proprietor who desires to partition or split a lot. outtot or other parcel of land located m a recorded plat shaH first make application to foe Townsh<> in wnting on such application form or forms as shal be provided by the Township Such application shall be hied with foe Township Clerk and shal include a detailed statement of foe reasons tor foe requested partition or division sketch, map or maps prepared in scale showing foe proposed division or partition and all adjoining tots, streets and parcels of land, and a statement from the Kent County Health Department indrcating foe effect of foe proposed division or partition upon the safe operation of necessary septic tanks and wells (2) The Townsh<) Clark shall transmit the apphcation and report from foe Kent County Health Department to the Rann mg Commission The Planning Commission may, in its discretion, hold a public hearing on foe application In the event of any such public hearing, the Town ship Clerk shall send notice of foe heanng to the owners of al property within 300 feet of foe property tor which foe partition or division has been requested Such notice shaH be mailed not later than seven days prior to foe date of foe heanng Wifom 45 days after submission of the application, the Planning Commission shall transmit its recommendation to either approve or reject the proposed tot division to the Townsnip Board (3) In reviewing the application, foe Planning Commission and Township Board shaH consider whether foe 'equest is consistent with foe provisions of this Ordinance, all other Township ordinances, and Act 288, and is not adverse to foe general welfare ol foe subdivision or foe Township (4) At its next regular meeting, foe Township Board shaH either approve or reject the application (5) The Township Board may condition its approval ol a division or partition upon such reasonable conditions as shall be deemed desirable by the Township Board which are in accordance with the purposes of Act 288 and this Ordinance. ARTICLE VII Enforcement Section 7.1 No plat shall be transmitted to any county or state approving authonty tor official action until each plat shall have, tn the first instance, been approved by the Township Board in accordance with foe requirements of this chapter Section 7.2 No person shall sell or convey any lot in any plat by reference thereto until such plat has been duly recorded in the office of foe County Register of Deeds Section 7.3 Any sate or option or contract to sell, contrary to foe provisions of this Ordinance, shaH be voidable at foe option of the buyer or person contracting to purchase, his or her heirs, personal representatives or assigns within two years after foe execution of foe document of sale or contract, but such document shall be binding upon foe vendor, his or her assigns, heirs or devisees. Sect;on 7.4 No building permit shall be issued, and no public sewer or water service shall be provided for any dwelling or other structure located on a tot or plot subdivided or sold in violation of these regulations. Section 7.5 Any act or failure to act done in violation of foe provisions of this Ordinance is hereby declared to be a nuisance per se Section 7.6 Violation of any of foe provisions of this Ordinance or failure to comply with any of its requirements shaH constitute a misdemeanor. Any person who violates this Ordinance or fails Io comply with any of its requirements, upon conviction thereof, shall be fmed not more than five hundred dollars (6500) or impnsoned for not more than ninety (90) days, or both Each day that a violation is permitted to exist shaH constitute a separate offense Nothing herein contained shall prevent foe Township Board or any other public official or pnvate citizen from taking such lawful action as is necessary to restrain or prevent any violation of this Ordinance or of Act 288 Section 7.7 In addition to any other available remedy, the Township may in its discretion bring an action in its own name to restrain or prevent any violation of this Ordinance or any continuance of such violation In such case the person found violating this Ordinance shall pay the Township s costs and expenses in enforcing this chapter, including its attorneys fees Section 2. In compiling this ordinance into the Township Ordinance Code, the Township Clerk may, for uniformity in numbering and lettering of sections and subsections, revise where appropriate the numbenng and lettering of sections and subsections in this ordinance, so that the same shall conform to the form of numbenng and lettenng otherwise included in the Ordinance Code Section 3. The Township Clerk shall publish a summaiy of this Ordnance in a newspaper circulated in foe Township After publication. the Clerk shall enter in the record of ordinances a certificate stating the time and place of foe publication This Ordinance shal be effective thirty days after such publication Yeas Members __________________________________ Nays Members _________________________________ _ ORDINANCE DECLARED ADOPTED (2) The Township Board may. m granting approval of variances require such contfibons as wiH in its tudgment secure substantially the objectives of the 'requirements so waned or modified (3) A petition tor any such variance shall be submitted n writing by toe Propnetor at the time the prekmnary plat is teed tor conwderation by foe Planning Commission The petition shaH fully state the grounds tor such vananoe 1st reading Apd 20. 1994 2nd readmg ____________________________________ Patncia Snyder Clerk Charter Township of Caledonia (310) �Page 16 / The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml I May 3, 1994 CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP BOARD Minutes of a regular meebng of the Township Board of the Charter Townshp of Caledonia. held April 20. 1994 in the Townshp and Village Hail. Caledonia Michigan, on toe 20 day of Apri. 1994. at 7 30 p m The regulor meeting of the PRESENT Memebers Garbow. R. DeVries, Gould J DeVnes, Jousma. Dteleman. Snyder Township Board was colled to order at 710 pm ABSENT Members Present Gorbow R DeVries The following ordnance was offered by Gould and supported by J DeVries Gould. J. DeVries. Jousma. Ordinance No 94 - 6 Z Diet eman Snyder AN ORDINANCE to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Also present several citizens. Charter Township of Caledonia MINUTES Approved as THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS printed. BILLS Reviewed Moved J. Section 1. Amendment of Section 17.5. Section 17 5(a) of the Charter Townshp of Caledonia DeVries support R DeVries to Zoning Ordinance is hereby amended so as to read r its entirety as totows: approve as printed. Ayes R (a) Mineral removal operations shall be approved for a dura bon of not more than three DeVries Gould J. DeVries years unless the Planning Commission determines that there are unusual circumstances Jousma Dielemon Snyder Gar Kisbfy a removal penod of greater duration. Upon or poor to the expiration of a PMR permit the bow. Motion Carried Planning Commission may recommend and the Township Board may approve the renewal of the permit lor a successive penod of not more than three years duration, unless the Planning BUILDING INSPECTION AND Commission determines that there are unusual circumstances which justify a permit renewal TREASURERS REPORTS penod of greater duration In considering whether to recommend that a PMR permit be renewed, Reviewed the Planning Commission may, but need not. convene a pubkc bearing, in considering whether DISTRICT LIBRARY Discussion to approve a renewal of a PMR permit the Township Board may. but need not convene a public Moved J. DeVries support heanng In either case the public nobce for any such hear,ng shall be the same as that Gould to approved resolution to otherwise required for the ongmal granting of a PMR permit Other matters concerning renewal allow for the vote to be put of PMR permits shall be as provided m Section 17.13 of tots Ordinance In al other respects. before the citizens to pin the Section 17 5 rfiall remain unchanged District Library. Ayes Gould. J. Section 2. Renewal of Permit Chapter XVII of the Charter Township of Caledonia Zoning DeVries. Jousma. Dielemon Ordinance is hereby amended by adding Secbon 17.13 toereto as follows Snyder Gorbow R DeVries Secbon 17.13 Renewal of PMR Permits. __ Motion Carried. This Secbon aooltes only to the renewal of PMR permits for extraction of minerals from MILLAGE Discussion was held the same location or^ocabons as permitted under an existing PMR permit Applications for on the amount of the millage to wpind mtoMl op.m»on. b.yond th.tocabon approved under an *ond the length of milloge Future exisbng PMR permit must follow the procedure set forth tn this Chapter for issuance of a MR Growth Committee recommend­ permit includng re zoning to the PMR District if necessary ed 2.5 mills split os follows: 2 (b) An applicant shal apply for renewal of a PMR permit not less than 120 days before the mills for emergency services ond expiration of the permit However, ail of the applicants rights and privileges arising under toe .5 mills for roods ond Township permit shal terminate at the expiration thereof if toe permit has not then been renewed and tn operations. Office staff review that event all PMR operations covered by the expmng permit shall then cease^ except ed numbers and felt that 2 mills emergency operations required to protect the public safety and except as stated in this (1.5 emergency ond .5 roods and paragraph Such termination of rights and privileges under a PMR permit, at toe time of operations) ond the Fire Com­ expiration thereof, shall taka place even toouah an applicant may have applied for renewal mission recommended 2.25 mills thereof and even though proceedings for such renewal may have commenced . unless toe (1.75 emergency .5 roods ond Planning Commission m its d sc re bon votes by majority vote of those present to temporarily operations) Moved Gould, sup­ extend an expiring PMR permit durmg toe penod required tor proceedngs to consider renewal of port Jousma to accept the Future the permit (however, such vote tor temporary extension of toe permit may be rescinded, and Growth recommendation, such extension shall then have no further effect tn toe event that the applicant unduly delays graciously accept the Village such proceedings whether by action or macbon Upon the conclusion of proceedngs for renewed contribution of 20% for police of a PMR permit, PMR operations may be resumed if and to the extent covered by toe PMR ond request 2.5 mills split as permit as renewed follows 2 mills for emergency (c) An explication for renewal shall consist of the following (1) toe Supervisor's Certificate of Compliance as described in subsection (d) below (2) a copy of toe original application for PMR permit, with addendum updating the information from the original application and supplying any informabon missing on toe original application. (3) a revised PMR plan, drawn and sealed by a registered civil engineer. toe areas of the site which are currently under excavation, which are m the process of reclamation. and which have been reclaimed; (4) an application fee established by resolution of the Township Board The Planning Commission and/or Township Board may retire addtional ntormahon il necessary or useful for decision or may waive application requirements, (not including the Certificate ol Compliance) if information te not necessary tor decision (d) Neither the Planning Commission nor Township Board shall consider an applicator for renewal unless the applicant submits a Certificate of Compliance signed by toe Township Supervisor, which states that toe mineral removal operation, as of a time not more than 120 day; before expiration of toe present permit, is in compliance with the present PMR permit and al Township Ordinances, and that all required mineral removal fees have been paid. Upon reques by an applicant for a Certificate of Compliance, toe Township Supervisor shall promptly arrange to have the PMR operation reviewed and inspected If the Supervisor finds that the operation it in compliance, toe Supervisor shall issue a Certificate of Compliance. The Certificate shall alsc describe any past violations which have been rectified. If the Supervisor finds that the operatior is not presently in compliance, the Supervisor shall notify toe applicant of the steps necessary t< cure such deficiency. The issuance of a Certificate of Compliance does not bind the Planrunc Commission or Township Board to recommend approval of or to approve a renewal of the PMF permit. (a) In making decisions regarding renewal, the Planning Commission and the Townshi| Board shall apply toe standards for approval applicable to new permits under this Ordinance taking into consideration currant conditions in the vicinity, the operational history under th< previous PMR Permit, and any complaints or comments about the PMR operation. In thei discretion, toe Planning Commission and/or Township Board may convene public heannqs oi toe PMR Permit renewal application, but neither toe Planning Commission nor Township Boan is required to do so. Conditions may be attached to the renewal which are in addition to, o different from those contained in the previous permit. Section 3. Section 17.14. The Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia i hereby amended by the addition of Section 17.14, as follows: Section 17.14 Enforcement (a) The enforcement of the terms of PMR District rezonmg and a PMR permit may bi directed against the PMR applicant and all operators acting or purporting to act under sue) permit, or any of them Full and timely compliance with ail of toe terms of ths chapter and all o the terms of toe applicable PMR permit is a condition for the continued effectiveness of th< permit or tor any renewal thereof (b) In toe enforcement of toe provisions of this chapter and those of any PMR permit, th Township may avail itself of all procedures and remedies de sen bed m Chapter XXIII of thi Ordinance and all other remedies provided by law (c) The Township Supervisor or other designated Township representative shal act as th agent of toe Township Board n the administration, supervision and enforcement of PMI permits The Township Supervisor or other designated Township representative shall b entitled to access to the applicant s PMR lands during reasonable business hours, so as t assist in venfymg toe applicants compliance with all ofthe terms of toe PMR District rezonin and the PMR permit The Township Supervisor is authonzed to demand compliance with th terms of this chapter and the PMR permit, and if toe Supervisor is unable to secure sue compliance the Supervisor is authonzed to issue an order dreebng the applicant and an operator to cease immediately all mineral removal on or from the premises and al oth< operations relating thereto, either permanently or tor such penod ot time as may be required c appropriate tor obtaining and assuring compliance with all ol toe terms of this chapter and th PMR permit (d) Upon toe issuance of a slop order or any other order or directive requmng toe ceasin of PMR operations, by the Township Supervisor or other desgnated Township representative toe applicant and any PMR operator shall have no further nght or pmiege to continue or I conduct any PMR operations or related activities on or in connection with toe lands covered t the relevant PMR permit, except emergency operations required to protect toe pubic safe and except any limited operations or activities when may be authonzed under toe terms of ar such order or other directive to entorcxig any such stop order toe Township may avail itself < the remedies and procedures set forth m Chapter XXIII of this Ordinance and all othi remodtes provided by law Section 3. Effective Date. This Ordnance shal become effective upon <s publication or upc the publication of a summary ot its provisions m a local newspaper of general arcUabon AYES: Garbow R DeVnes, Gould J. DeVnes. Dcieman Snyder NAYS: ABSTAIN: Jousma ORDINANCE DECLARED ADOPTED First Reading March 16, 1994 Second Reacting April 20, 1994 Ettective Date Thomas F. Garbow Townshp Supervisor Patnoa Snyder Townshf) Cterk I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and complete copy of an Ordnance adopted by Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia at a regular meeting hold on the date I stated above and I further certify toat puttac notice of such meeting was grven as provided by tew Patnete S^rde' Townsrip Cterix ond .5 mills for roads and Township operations. Ayes: J. DeVries Jousma. Dielman. Snyder. Gorbow R DeVries Gould. Motion Carried. Moved J. DeVries support Dieleman to request the milloge be for a six (6) years term. Ayes Jousma. Dieleman. Snyder. Garbow R DeVries. Gould. J. DeVries. Mo­ tion Carried. PLANNING COMMISSION REPORT: Given by Dieleman ORDINANCE #94 4Z 2ND READING: Reviewed. Ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Township of Caledonia Condominiums. Moved J DeVries support Dieleman to accept recommendation of Plan ning Commission ond approve Ordinance #94 4Z Ayes Dieleman Snyder Gorbow R DeVries Gould J. DeVries Jousma Motion Carried ORDINANCE #94 5Z-2NO READING Reviewed Ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Township of Caledonia Maximum lot coverage in the 1-1 ond 1-2 District. Moved Jousma. support J. DeVries to accept recommendation of the Planning Commission and approved Or dinonce #94-5Z. Ayes Snyder Gorbow R DeVries Gould. J. DeVries Jousma Dieleman Motion Carried ORDINANCE #94 6Z 2ND READING Reviewed Ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Township of Caledonia — PMR Process for the renewal must be 120 days before the per mit expires Must be in com­ pliance ond hove o certificate from the Supervisor Moved Gould, support J. DeVries to ac­ cept Planning Commission recommendation ond approve Ordinance #94-6Z. Ayes Gor­ bow R DeVries. Gould. J. DeVries. Dielemon. Snyder. Abstain Jousma. Motion Carried. TRENT HENRY PUD Supervisor Garbow asked Trustee Dieleman to proceed with this 1st reading. Tom Garbow is ac­ ting as marketing manager for Fischer & Son. He reviewed the plan. ZBA REPORT Gould reported. Approved free standing sign within the 25 foot setback for Harder * Warner. SUBDIVISION ORDINANCE 1ST READING Reviewed PLANNING COMMISSION RE APPOINTMENT Chairman Dunn Beryl Fischer, ond Dieleman are up for re appointment We ask ed for applications Received one from Richard Parent Moved Gould, support Snyder to re­ appoint Dunn, Dieleman, Fischer and keep Mr. Parents applica­ tion on file for future appoint- ments Ayes R. DeVries Gould. J. DeVries Jousma Dieleman. Snyder Gorbow. Motion Carried. PA 116 WITHDRAWAL Mr. Don Passenger reviewed the withdrawal for Mr John Der mody. Stated reasons. Board wos concerned with making a hasty decision. Materials were not received in the office until late Monday afternoon. Con­ cerned with precedent we would be setting Special meeting was suggested Costs concerns for holding a special meeting Mr Passenger announced that they would pay any costs incurred Board would like to consult with the Township Attorney of con­ cerns and set a special meeting for Moy 3 1994 at 7 00 p m Breok ot 9 35 p m. Reconven­ ed at 9 45 p m VERMEULEN AND ASSOCIATES Discussion wos held Moved J DeVries support R DeVries to toble until next month Ayes Gorbow R DeVries. Gould J. DeVries Dieleman. Snyder Abstain Jousma. Motion Carried. OTHER BUSINESS Dust layer on 76th between McCords and Snow. Cannot wait until Memorial Day. GRETS outing Moved J DeVries support Gould to pay lor Planner VanderPloeg to attend the GRETS outing Ayes Jousma. Dieleman. Snyder Gorbow R DeVries. Gould. J. DeVries Motion Cor ried. Discussion on Campou Lake Sewer by J.C. and Dick Baxter. Discussion on cut off for bills, and bills submitted on or before the 10th of the month will be paid at that months meeting after the I Oth the invoice will be held for next months meeting Discussion on payroll Clerk Snyder would like to see office staff paid on the 15th of the month with the elected officials Planner VanderPloeg ond Assessor Doane No parking signs around Campou Lake Moved J DeVries, support Jousma to odfourn meeting at 10 35 p m Respectfully submitted. Patricia Snyder. Clerk (306) PHONE 795-3345 for Sun & News Action-Ads, reach over 7,000 area homes! LAST DAY OF REGISTRATION SCHOOL ELECTION NOTICE OF LAST DAY OF REGISTRATION OF THE ELECTORS OF... Thornapple Kellogg school BARRY, ALLEGAN, KENT AND IONIA COUNTIES, MICHIGAN TO THE ELECTORS OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT: Please Take Notice that the annual school election of the school district will be held on Monday, June 13, 1994. THE LAST DAY ON WHICH PERSONS MAY REGISTER WITH THE APPROPRIATE CITY OR TOWNSHIP CLERKS, IN ORDER TO BE ELIGIBLE TO VOTE AT THE ANNUAL SCHOOL ELECTION CALLED TO BE HELD ON MONDAY, JUNE 13, 1994, IS MONDAY, MAY 16, 1994. PERSONS REGISTERING AFTER 5 O’CLOCK IN THE EVENING ON MONDAY, MAY 16, 1994, ARE NOT ELIGIBLE TO VOTE AT THE ANNUAL SCHOOL ELECTION. Persons planning to register with the respective city or township clerks must ascertain the days and hours on which the clerks’ offices are open for registration. This Notice is given by order of the board of education. WANDA G. HUNT Secretary, Board of Education �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / May 3. 1994 I Page 17 Scots runners tops out Sparta, down Kenowa Hills The Caledonia girls track team won the Sparta Spartan Tri-Level Classic Apnl 23 with 373 total points The seventh- and eighth­ grade team was first with 139 points, the ninth- and tenth­ grade team tied for second with 97 points. In the 9-10 meet. Heather Polmanteer won the discus with a throw of 85 feet 10 in­ ches; Sarah Parbel won the 1600 meter run with a time of 5 minutes 27.8 seconds; Barb Warner won the 400-meter dash at I :O3.8; Audey Warner won the 800-meter run 2:32.9 and Beth Parbel won the 3200-meter run 12:17.2. The 3200-meter relay team of Beth Parbel. Audrey Warner. Beth Warner, and Sarah Parbel were first in 10:10.5 The 1600-meter relay team of Shannon Houseman. Audrey Warner. Jill Hof- TK girls tracksters top Lee, Kelloggsville, in league duals The Middleville girls track team defeated Kelloggsville 94-28, April 25. and !>ee 8938, April 27 to add two more wins to the team's O-K Blue record. Against Kelloggsville, the girts had sweeps of the long jump, 100- and 200-meter dashes. Taking the long jump were Carla Ploeg, Jenna Shook and Brio VanderSloot in that order. In the 100-meters it was Ploeg in first. Shook in sec­ ond and Samantha Sherman taking third and in the 200meter dash, it was Ploeg, Laura Reed and Angie De­ boer finishing one, two three. Other individuals taking first were Ploeg in the high jump, Ken Koehn in the 100and 300-meter hurdles and Jessica VanAmen in the 800and 1600-meter runs. All of the relay teams fin­ ished first. The teams are: Jamie Smith, Wendy Wis­ niewski, Sarah Matson and Sarah Allore in the 3200-me­ ters, Deboer. Koehn. Reed and VanderSloot in the 800meters, VanderSloot, Matson, Reed and Shook in the 400 and Smith, Shannon Pagano, Koehn and Wisniewski in the 1600meters. Placing second against Kelloggsville were: Pagano Soccer a growing interest in Middleville An ever-growing interest in soccer continues to provide increasing numbers of par ticipants in the Middleville “JV Club” program. Although not as yet approved as a junior varsity team, the club has received TK School Board endorsement to par­ ticipate in the OK Rainbow Soccer league under the direction of Vicki Howell, a member of the Calvin College Women's Soccer team. The JV’s return a large number of sophomores, led by goalkeeper Arnie Bergakker. and featuring fullbacks Ruth Caton. Courtney DeHaan. Cindy Hiler. Kori Hutchens, and Tiffiny Middleton; mid­ fielders Liz Panza and Chanda Wenger; and forwards Amy Wieringa (three goals). Adelaide Devine (one goal). Angie Keysor, and Cheryl Blain. A bach of freshmen hooters complete the line-up. Forwards include: Amber Aley (one goal) and Heather Carpenter; midfielders Megan Awtrey. Kristi Bustraan, Amber Crisher and Stephanie Zehr; and backs Jean Baker and Christy Mello. Allison Lesert is the back-up keeper for the club. The squad has a 2-3-1 record so far this season. Call the Sun and News today to place your classified ads in the discus. Reed in the 100-meter hurdles. Allore in the 1600- and 3200-meter runs, Matson in the 400- and 800-meter runs and Smith in the 300-meter hurdles. Finishing third was VanAmen in the 3200-meter run. Against Wyoming Lee, Koehn won the 100- and 300-meter hurdles, VanAmen won the 400- and 1600-me ter runs. Ploeg won the long jump and the high jump, Pagano won the shot put and Wisniewski took the 800-meters. The relay teams winning were: Smith, Matson. Allore and Wisniewski winning the 3200-meters; Deboer, Reed, Koehn and Shook in the 800meters and Reed, Vander­ Sloot. Matson and Shook winning the 400-meters. Taking seconds were Ploeg in the 100-meter dash. Allore in the 1600- and 3200-meter runs, Matson in the 400-me­ ters, Stephanie Potter in the 800-meters and the shot put, Smith in the 300-hurdles, Reed in the 200-meter dash and VanAmen in the high jump. Third places went to Katherine Rodriguez in the 100-meter hurdles, Reed in the 100-meter dash. VanderSloot in the 800-meters and long jump, VanAmen in the 200-meters, Potter in the 200-meters and Pagano in the discus. mann. and Beth Warner were first in 4:26.4 In the 11-12 meet. Karyn Duba won the 1600-meter run 5:15.1; Dorothy Benham was first in the 300-meter hurdles at 52.4 and Sarah Flegel won the 3200-meter run in 12:08.3. The 3200-meter relay team of Houseman. Keri Bloem. Jody Hatrick and Duba were first in 10:22.5. In the 7-8 meet. Dianna Minor won the shot put w ith a throw of 31'9"; Enn Mescar was first in the 100-meter dash at 14.1; Shannon Walters won the 200-meter hurdles at 36.3 and Mescar won the 200-meter dash in 29.5. 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Apply 8-11 am of ^B BB^^^B pm Weekdays with 2 pieces of L0. ^^B PEOPLEMARK 507 36th St, SE (about 1 mite East ot U.S. 13D 245-6161 Equal Opportunity Employer Duba won the 400-meter dash in 1:00.2. In the distance races. Sarah Flegel won the 3200-meter in 12:21.4; Sarah Parbel was first in the 1600-meter run 5:24.1; and Duba won the 800-meter run in a new school record time of 2:19.6. In the hurdles. Missy Dy kg raff won the 100-meters at 17.8 and Dorothy Benham won the 300 in 52.5. The 3200-meter relay team of Beth Parbel. Barb Warner. Audrey Warner, and Houseman were first in 10:16.4. The 1600-meter re lav team of Sarah Parbel. Jill Hof mann. Barb Warner, and Duba were first in 4:20.4 Party Canopies, Tables & Chairs JOBS! JOBS! JOBS! JOBS! PUNCH/TRIM PRESS SPOT WELDING STACK/INSPECT WILL TRAIN IF HAVE: of Rachel Rogers. Jodi Breen. Anne Weston, and Katie Hatrick were first in 2:02.8. The Caledonia track team won April 26 by the slimmest of margins. 65-63 over Kenowa Hills. The ladies came from 30 points down in the field events, and won the last six everts to pull off the win Scoring third-place points to account for Caledonia's three points in field events were Amanda Minor in the shot put. Julie Faust in the high jump and Heather Polmanteer in the discus. In the sprints. Wendy Faber won the 100-meter dash in 13.3 and the 200-meter at 27.8. DURKEE LUMBER 6071 Depot Street. Alto DOG EARED FENCE 8x6 $2Q65 V/S4 ! �Page 18 I The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I May 3. 1994 Scots win own track invitational won the 400-meter relay at 36.0. A new meet record in the shot put relay was set by Ja­ son and Darrin VanElst of Middleville, who set the new record with a combined throw of 95 feet, 1 1/2 inch. In the dual meet against Kenowa Hills. April 26, the Fighting Scots won 93 1/2 to 43 1/2 over the league foe. Winners in the field events were: Bohez in the long jump with a distance of 19' 10”; Jason Bush in the discus with a throw of 126' 10" and Paarlberg and Brian Nowak in the pole vault with a vault of 12*. Winning the relays were: the 3200-meter team of Thompson. Potgeter. Parbel and Paarlberg with a time of 8:31.8; the 800-meter team of King Bohez. Winquest and Niang at 1:33.8; the 400meter team of King. Bohez, Winquest and Oldfield at 45.5 and the 1600-meter team of Paarlberg, Matt Postma, Chris Allen and Winquest at 3:38.9. Individual winners on the The Caledonia track team defeated seven other schools to win its own track and field relay invitational, Saturday, with 85 1/2 points. Placing second was Unity Christian with 60, followed by Hudsonville with 58, Ionia 41, Coopersville 36, Middleville 29, Kenowa Hills 19 and Forest Hills Northern 3 1/2 points The team of Todd Striplm, Dave VandenBerg, Ben Thompson and Pete Parbcl won the 12,800-meter (4 by 3200) relay with a time of 41 minutes, 29.6 seconds The distance medley was taken by Ben Potgeter, Adam Paarlberg, Parbcl and Ben Lillie with a time of 11:09.9. Winning the 3200-meter relay was the team of Ben Thompson, Potgeter, Parbel and Lillie, clocking in at 8:51.1. The 800-me ter relay was won by Jason King, Keith Bohez, John Winquest and Joe Niang with a time of 1:34.3 The team of king, Bohez, Winquest and Jon Oldfield Curbs A Gutters. Floors. Sidewalks All Flatwork. Bobcat Work Jk Hauling track were: King in the 100meters at 11.4 and the 200meters at 23.5; Lillie in the 1600-meter run at 4:41.7; Potgeter in the 800-meters at Scots netters cleaning up The Caledonia tennis team has one shut out and six 6-1 victories so far this season and remains undefeated in the OK Gold at 4-0. Their one loss this season was a 52 miss to Northview The Fighting Scots’ shut our was a 7-0 drubbing of league-foe Wayland. Jason Crisman at number one singles and Chris Snoap at number two singles are undefeated at 11-0. Eric Rogers, at No. 3 sin­ gles is 8-3 and David Larsen is 4-3 at No. 4 singles. Marc VanderVelde and Jared Oatley are 7-2 at first doubles and Mark VanSprange and Davis Tid­ well as 4-2 al No, two dou­ bles. Brad Fortuna and Brian Carter are 7-3 and No. 3 doubles and Jose Marciel and Scott Ring are 3-1 in exhibi­ tion matches at No. 4 dou­ bles. Coach Sam Wilkinson said 4095 Wood School Rd • Hastings. Ml 49058 Carl Slagel With several of their num­ bers missing, the Middleville boys tennis team is Thornapple valley Equipment, inc. 1690 S. Bedford Road, Hastings, Ml 49058 Fillmore Equipment, inc. 4098 M-40, Holland, Ml 49423 Now offering their new PARTS DROP OFF CENTERS ■ Phone your order by 3:00 PM for same day delivery. ■ Benefit from combined John Deere parts inventory of over $1 million. ■ Call our parts departments for more details. Now serving the following drop off centers: ® LAKE ODESSA he expects the team to finish at least 6-1 in the conference. "The OK Gold in a race be­ tween Forest Hills Northern and ourselves," he said. "For us to beat FHN, will require all of our flights having their best day." The coach said he feels the team has been unlucky this season because of injuries, illness, academic probation and suspensions. "Not having a full, healthy, squad makes a world of difference," he said. "If we re all playing, every­ thing goes much more smoothly." He added that the team is taking the pressure of the set backs well. Wilkinson said have two players of the caliber of Crisman and Snoap, is like having two No. 1 singles players. "It takes a lot of pressure off...the other play­ ers and the rest of the team feels more confident and can concentrate on their particu­ larjob.” TK netters still improving despite setbacks, losses CONCRETE CONST. (616) 945-3318 ■ 2:06.6 and Parbel in the 3200-meters at 10:10.1. Coach John Soderman said it was "a very good meet in the O-K Gold.” @ LOWELL LOWELL ® CALEDONIA struggling this season in duals and tournaments. The most recent setback was the 6-1 loss to Byron Center, April 27. The lone win was third singles Brett Bremer, who took a 6-2, 6-1 match. "It's not that we’re playing bad tennis," said coach Larry Seger, "It's that we have players out and we're having players move up a flight." The team came in sixth out of eight teams at the Grand Rapids Central Tournament, April 23. All four double teams and three of the four singles won matches. Rob Kiel and Dave Timm lost to Calvin Christian, but bounced back to defeat West Catholic 6-4, 4-6, 6-4, and Kenowa Hills 6-2, 6-4 in the No. 1 doubles slot. At No. 2 doubles, Ryan Olthouse and Steve Dood de­ feated Grand Rapids Central 6-4, 6-1 in their only win of the day. "All in all, with the kids playing up a flight, they did very well and got a win where we didn't think we'd get one," Seger said. At third doubles, Mike Stein and Jeremy Doombus lost a pair before defeating Grand Rapids Central in three sets, 3-6, 6-2, 6-0. A pair on new members to the Middleville tennis team, Mike Leedy and Sam Alexander, took a couple of defeats, but rebounded to knock off Grand Rapids Cen­ tral 6-4,6-2. "Considering how many kids we re missing,” Seger said, "we did pretty well to­ day. We're missing some kids but were looking better. We have a long way to go, but we have made a lot of progress. Top Gymnast Brandon Moma, a Middleville resident, here practicing Ns routine on the parallel bars, placed first in the all-around of the Level IV Optional group at the Region V United States Gymnastics Federation meet in Chicago, April 16 and 17. Besides the all-around trophy, he won firsts in the Ngh bar. pommel horse, parallel bars and a fourth in the floor exercise Eighty kids In his group, representing five states took part in the event. Moma trains at Gymnastic in Motion in Middleville and has been doing gymnastics for about five years, he said TK diamond club tops Lee, falls to Kelloggsville, Hamilton The Middleville baseball team topped Ixe 7-5 in O-K Blue action, Friday, but lost in non-league action to Battle Creek Pennfield 8-4, Wednesday and Kelloggsville 13-12 in eight innings, April 25. The team’s win over Lxe pushed the team's record to 2-8 overall and 1-2 in the conference. Mike Mrozinski scored the go-ahead run in the sixth when he was singled home after walking and taking sec­ ond on a ground out. The Trojans jumped out early with Nate Bundy open­ ing the game with a walk. He then stole second and third and came home on a passed ball. Brad Williams went the distance on the mound, striking out seven, walking three and surrendering five hits. Lee had five errors in the game and Middleville had three. In the Kelloggsville loss, Jared Novak was the losing pitcher going five innings. giving up three earned runs on five hits and three strike outs. He walked three in the game. Novak held the Rockets scoreless through four in­ nings. The real damage was done in the sixth when, with two outs and a man on first, the Trojans created two in­ field errors to load the bases, before a Rocket cleared the bases with a double. Jason Clinton had two hits in the game, scored two runs and had an RBI. John Huyck had a homer in the fourth inning and Steve Austin had an RBI single. In the TK Hamilton slugfest, the Trojans were down 11-4 going into the fifth before staging a come­ back with five in the sixth and three in the seventh. Nathan Bundy had three hits in the game, including a triple in the seventh to tie the game. He also had three RBI. Steve Austin had three runs in the game besides his three hits Dykstra’s Preferred Poured Walls, Inc. • Poured basement walls • Flatwork • Farm work wHfc^*** ROB DYKSTRA, Owner 10698 Finkbeiner Rd , Middleville 7QE / /O/ �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I May 3, 1994 / Page 19 Looking at solar eclipse can cause vision loss For centuries, people have been fascinated by the eclipse of the sun. Many ancient cultures have attached social, religious and political significance to this natural phenomenon They may have not known much about what causes eclipses, but our ancestors were certainly aware of them Dr Richard Choryan. doc­ tor of optometry, from Caledonia, says. “We know much more about eclipses to­ day... one thing for sure, it is not safe to look directly at the sun any time... even dunng a total eclipse.’’ What can happen if you look directly at the sun dunng an eclipse"7 If you look directly at the sun. even dunng a total eclipse, invisible rays can painlessly bum the retina of your eyes (this is called solar retinopathy) and possibly cause irreversible retinal scar ring. The retina is the inner lining of the back of your eyes (like the film in a camera) It contains receptor nerve cells that give your eyes their sen­ sitivity to light and in turn send the optical visual images to your brain. So any burning or scarring to your retina can result in permanent loss of vi­ sion. even blindness How can you safely look at an eclipse of the sun7 A safe way to observe a solar eclipse is indirectly. us­ ing the simple protective device described in this arti­ cle. You may also wish to par­ ticipate in a professionally directed “eclipse watch.” Many college or university astronomy departments. TK girls softball team ends week 9-2 overall with 3 wins, 2 losses The Middleville girls softball team stands with a record of 9-2 overall as of April 27. with a first place finish at the Forest Hills Northern Tournament. Apnl 23. a 6-1 loss to Hamilton April 25 and an 11-3 win over Kclloggsville April 27. The team is 1-1 in OK Blue play. Katie Berg bettered her pitching record to 6-0 this season with the win over Hamilton. In the game she gave up six hits and five walks while striking out seven. She carries a 1.225 earned run average after six games. In the win. Vikki Jansen had a double and a triple. Katie Berg had a single and a double and Becky Holwerda had a pair of singles. Joy Smith had a double. After 11 games. Strater is hitting .438 and Smith is .417. Amanda Osborne's fielding percentage is .986 and Strater leads the team with 14 RBI. In the loss to Hamilton. Traci Campbell took the loss to ease her record to 3-2 on the mound. Hamilton capitalized on four of the T-K girls’ errors in the field while the Lady Trojans knocked out only three hits. Hamilton had five hits and Campbell struck out three and walked one. In last weekend's tourney, Middleville defeated Forest Hills Northern 9-1 and East grand Rapids 5-3, but lost to Sparta 6-5. Holwerda had four hits in the tourney, Strater had three, two of which were doubles and (Kbornc had a single and a double. TK girls golf team remains perfect in league play astronomy clubs, planetariums or science museums sponsor "eclipse watches” so you may be able to find such a group in Grand Rapids. Kalamazoo or Battle Creek What are some examples of unsafe ways to view an eclipse? Do not try to view an eclipse of the sun through smoked glass, sunglasses, photographic film (color or black and white), welder s goggles or photographic filters. All are unsafe View mg an eclipse directly through binoculars or a telescope is even worse, as they magnify and intensify the sun's rays. Remember, looking directly at the sun by any means, whether during an eclipse or not can cause permanent vi­ sion loss. Call for Classifieds Phone 795-3345 Thornapple Roofing & Siding Vinyl Siding Replacement Windows Free Estimates 795-2039 i i li'li'tiii n uT MAYPASSENGER SPECIALS® TIRE SALE! L, P155/80R13 The TK girls golf team traveled to Gracewil to play Kenowa Hills and Comstock /Park April 25. The squad shot a 184 to out­ distance both Kenowa Hill’s 205 and Comstock Park’s 230. Low rounds for TK were Amy Ybema with 43, Kern Me Nees 44. Amy Missad 45, and Sarah Beute 57. 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Mav 17. again in front of the CHS office The registration fee this year is $30 per player, or $75 for a family plan Game quality soccer balls and sweatshirts will be available for purchase dunng registration League officials emphasize that teams will be formed only as coaches are available, and a coaching shortage already ap­ pears obvious Teams will not be formed without enough coaches. Anyone interested in either coaching or refereeing this year should call 891-8427 to volunteer Instruction will be provided for both portions. Save Reg *37.99 *41.99 *45.99 •54.99 *57.99 *61.99 *63.99 *65.99 *38.95 *39.95 *40.95 *41.95 *43.95 •10.00 •12.00 •13.00 •14.00 •16.00 $24** ON SALE! *56®* ft "i napa Lawn & Carden Battery Mi W fc! 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Line Dancing is Back a Friday, May 6 at 7 pm for Details z ^<4 Middle Villa Inn. on M-37 North of Middleville * Open 7 Days a Week 795-3640 or 891-1287 PICK-UP ONLY FAK/1 riAUAN RZZA 2 Spaghetti or 2 Mastaccloil Dinnon Or Comte Ready in 15 Minutes OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK *6.99 Pic* up FAftO* riAUAM RZZA 2 Giant Lasagna or 2 Giant Wot Burrito* HHH1 WHAT OUT CUXTOMUK SAT AAOUT FA*Ot PIZZA X>w or R»o > Rzzoi« good oi on* ta«anw»«Nr*tT.i<Mc» ai gooa cb *• atenr • i coutr t '-<f t -o. gre i Stea wot •» nucok. re • Ti super ptner KW HOURS Ureftkton-fri 11am to 1 30 pm MQht Sun Thun 3 30pm »o 1030 pm Fn & Sal 330pm to 12am 9790 CHERRY VALLEY, M-37 - CALEDONIA � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/704/SunandNews_1994-05-10.pdf 1313233dd1db4bfb79f2de4672f31643 PDF Text Text Unique situation makes farming impractical Caledonia Twp. OKs request to remove parcel from PA 116 by Barbara Gail Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Board is conf ident it is not set-’ ting a precedent in approving a request to remove a parcel of agricultural property from the Farmland Development Rights Agreement. At a special meeting May 3, the board voted 5-0 to allow a township farm owner to remove his 68th Street lands from the agreement, common­ ly called PA 116 The land in question is zon­ ed agricultural, but is designated for light industrial use in the township’s General Development Plan. It is rapidly becoming sur­ rounded by the commercial and light industrial develop­ ment along 68th Street Under PA 116. the land is reserved for agricultural pur­ poses for a set period, usually 20 years Removing lands from the agreement requires local anti stale government approval, gnd the property owner must repay with interest any tax benefit he or she has received from belonging to the agreement. The Caledonia Township Board was concerned, however, that it would set a precedent if rt granted the re­ quest of John and Janine Der mods. who own 77 acres on He claims that it is no longer economically feasible to farm the land Dermody If it were in a different area, I would think twice about letting it out... This will not be a blanket situation. 55 — Tom Garbow the south side of 68th Street, near the M-37 intersection Dermody said that he did not know the land was in PA 116 when be purchased the farm in 1985. but the previous owner had entered PA 116 in 1983 Because he did not know the lands were in PA 116. Der mody has not claimed any of the property tax benefits that go with the agreement He did not learn that his lands were in PA 116 until very recently, when he receiv­ ed an offer to sell the proporty. Under PA 116, there are conditions that allow removal of lands from the agreement. Dermody believes he meets two of the three criteria. leases the land for about $2,500 a year, but in 1993. taxes on the farm were $4,762 He also points out m his ap­ plication that the area has changed dramatically in the last 10 years. Increased development in the area, in­ cluding a child care center, make the dust, odor and use of pesticides a possible nuisance or even a contaminant of neighboring properties Dcnnods also sought the advice of Alan Steeby. the agriculture teacher at Caledonia High School and a person who Dermody believes knows a great deal about the kinds of conditions necessary See Zoning request, Page 2 Elisha Bravata named ‘outstanding volunteer’ by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Sometimes virtue does have its reward, and nice guys do come in first. For Caledonia High School senior Elisha Bravata. that reward came after hours of volunteer work at Burton Elementary, at Well House, at Kent Community Hospital and tutoring elementary students She was one of five reci­ pients of a Youth Initiative Recognition Award and was named an outstanding youth volunteer by the Youth In­ itiative program, a col­ laborative effort of the Heart of West Michigan, the United Way and the Grand Rapids Foundation. Bravata received the award April 26 in a presentation at Grand Rapids Community College. A member of Caledonia High School’s Visions and Volunteers program for the last three years, she has been a volunteer art teacher two days a week at Burton Elementary. She presently is painting a mural at Well House, where the V & V class spends many of its volunteer hours, and she is tutoring an elementary student. Through the class, she also has donated her time at Kent Community Hospital. CHS senior Elisha Bravata was chosen an Outstan­ ding Youth Volunteer and received a Youth Initiative Recognition Award from the Heart of West Michigan, the United Way and the Grand Rapids Foundation. The daughter of Deb and Bill Bravata, Elisha hopes to attend the Kendall School of Art and Design in Grand Rapids and enter a yet undecided art career. Caledonia Twp. planners approve site plan for Wamar addition by Barbara Gall Kids celebrate Grandparents Day Third groder Janet Lloyd mokes herself very comfortable on grandma Jeon Schuiling's lop. The teachers planned games and special presentations in honor of Grandparents' Day. Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Planning Commission last week approved Wamar Prod­ ucts’ site plan for a 43,000square-foot addition to its 68th Street facility. The commission added only the condition that the existing driveway with access to 68th Street become an exit only, from which Wamar employees and guests can turn right (west), but not left (east). The commission hopes this restriction will alleviate pos­ sible collisions with traffic turning west from the nearby Concrete Drive, which is only about 50 feet east of the Wa­ mar driveway. The commission also asked that lights on the site be di­ rected downward to avoid shining into neighbors' win­ dows al night. The block and metal addi­ tion itself will be added to the north of the exisiting 38,000 square foot building. More parking also will be added on the west side of the plant, along with two new drives with access to Concrete Drive, which borders Wamar on the east. Township Planner Mark VanderPloeg said that the storm water retention pond and all drainage plans have the approval of the Kent County Drain Commissioner. The new addition requires no extra plumbing, and no new signs will be added to the site. The commissioners did voice some concern over fire access to the west side of the building, where Wamar's sep­ tic drain field is located. However, the septic system has the approval of the county, and Wamar has no area left to construct a fire lane along that side of the building. All other sides of the plant are easily accessible to emer­ gency vehicles, VanderPloeg pointed out. With the commission's ap­ proval, Wamar now can pro­ ceed with the project, which will allow the company in­ creased manufacturing and warehousing space, according to Mike Martin, general man­ ager at Wamar. "We re building on with an­ ticipated growth in mind." he added. Wamar. which was estab­ lished by Martin's father in 1970, has since expanded its facility a number of times. The company presently em­ ploys 125, but will add em­ ployees as growth continues. Martin said In This Issue.... • Caledonia planners OK expanded area for commercial building • CHS asks community to join ‘town meeting’ May 18 • TK crisis team is there when you need them • McDonald’s opens new restaurant in Caledonia �Page 2 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / May 10, 1994 Caledonia planners OK expanded area for commercial building by Barbara Cail Staff Writer The Caledonia .Township Planning Commission last week approved amending a planned unit development (PUD) ordinance to allow more area for a proposed commercial building. Don Fredricks, developer of the Valley Point West com­ mercial park at 84th Street and M-37, asked the commission to approve more area for the building on Site “A” of the PUD He requested 2,500 addi­ tional square feet of warehouse space for the building, and 1,760 additional square feet for office space. The larger building meant reducing the planned parking area for the building, but other areas will he reserved for future parking, if needed. A public hearing held on the request prompted several questwins from neighbors Jim and Hirrainc Mars Fredricks explained to them that until a buyer became in­ terested in the site, only a “footprint" of the building had been indicated on the PUD site plan Detailed plans for the building and its site still must be presented to the commis­ sion's site plan review, added Township Planner Mark Vander Ploeg There was no other public comment, and the commission recommended the PUD amendment for Township Board approval In other action, the commis­ sion authorized VanderPloeg to look into the amount of township land already zoned commercial or which is designated for future commer­ cial use on the Township's l^and Use Map The action came after Don Oppenhuizen submitted to the commission a letter requesting rezoning to from agricultural to commercial the lands along M-37 between 100th and 108th streets The letter was signed by property owners on the east side of M-37 in that area This rezomng first would require amending the Township's Land Use General Development Plan, -which designates those Lands for agricultural use. Oppenhuizen said that he understood there would be ex­ tra sewer capacity when the Caledonia Village's new wastewater treatment plant is completed, and said it is no longer safe to move farm equipment onto the property from M-37. Commission Chairman Dick Dunn said that 100th Street had always been viewed as "the boundary" for com­ mercial development in the township. In response to the request, however. VanderPloeg will analyze the amount of com­ mercial land in the township, and he will check on whether any properties in the area arc STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY Call us for a quote for all of your insurance needs. • Auto • Life • Health Home • Business • Investment Caledonia Village Centre 9365 Cherry Valley Avenue Caledonia, Ml 49316 891-9294 part of the Farmland Develop­ ment Rights Agreement (PA 116) "We’ll work through this in as timely a way as possible, but we have some thinking to do on this.’’ Dunn told Oppenhuizen The commission also discussed, but took no action on the draft of a Township Public Water Policy drawn up by legal counsel Jim Brown This policy, while not an ordinance, outlines the townstep’s basic requirements for a water system built with private funds and customers paying operating and maintenance costs The commission also reviewed an amendment to the home occupation ordinance that would eliminate the need for the resident to apply for a special use permit for many such occupations Brown suggested that a list be included in the ordinance of ail such occupations that automatically are allowed in the township, and these would not have to come before the commission at all Any home occupations not on the list should be brought before the commission. If that occupation is deemed similar to one on the list, then it could be approved A special land use would be needed for those home oc­ cupations neither on the list nor similar to them. The commission will con­ tinue its discussion on this amendment. Essential skills for students to be discussed Caledonia Schools ask community to join ‘town meeting’ May 18 The Caledonia Schools are launching another effort to in­ volve the community in direc­ ting the education of its children Caledonia High School has scheduled a Town Meeting for Wednesday. May 18, from 7-9 p.m. in the CHS cafeteria. The goal of the meeting is to identify the skills students need to know to achieve suc- ZONING REQUEST, for cost effective farming. Steeby stated after his study that the commercial develop­ ment surrounding the land, its proximity to M-37, the possibility of nuisance suits, pesticide drift and increased traffic may make it difficult for the owner to find someone willing to farm the property. The third criteria for removal is that permanent natural physical changes have occurred on the land pro­ hibiting agricultural use. Der­ mody does not claim to meet this criteria. When Dermody first presented his request at the April 20 Township Board meeting, the board tabled the issue until it could determine if granting the request would set a precedent for removing other agricultural lands from the agreement. After studying the issue, Township Attorney James Brown indicated that this re­ quest would not be precedent setting, said Township Super­ visor Tom Garbow at last week’s meeting. "It’s not precedent setting because it’s already been done, and they provided a means for getting out (of the agreement)," said Trustee from front- Gordon Jousma. He said that what is impor­ tant is the reason for letting the lands out of the agreement. "It’s entirely a discre­ tionary thing." agreed Dermody’s attorney, Don Passenger. "You have the right to evaluate each and every case.’’ He also reminded the board that if public sewer or water came through on that proper­ ty, it could not be included in a special assessment district for those improvements. "...the land in that part of the township is not going to stay in farming." Jousma said. If the township had disap­ proved the request, it would have been required to provide Dermody a written statement of the reasons for the rejec­ tion. He then would have 30 days in which to appeal the decision to the Department of Natural Resources. "If it were in a different area, I would think twice about letting it out," said Garbow. “This will not be a blanket situation." cess in today's world. Com­ munity members. CHS staff and students will meet in small discussion groups to form recommendations, and then the Caledonia staff and parents will create a "discrepancy analysis" that compares what is being done to what is needed. Three years ago. a district­ wide FACTS Committee sponsored a series of similar town meetings to recommend a building program and some basic guidelines for the rapid­ ly growing Caledonia Schools. Out of those recommends lions came the construction of the new middle school, a part nership with Grand Rapids Community College and policies in other areas of education. Now. the FACTS concept is being revived. The Caledonia High School staff has received a $50,000 grant to work with educational futurist Dr. Willard Daggett and his Inter­ national Center for Leader ship to determine present and future needs of the CHS curriculum Daggett's assoc tales have trained students, teachers and parents to facilitate the May 18 Town Hall discussion, and the high school staff hopes the community will participate in outlining the essential skills high school students should be mastering Anyone with questions about the meeting or the pro­ cess. can contact CHS Prin­ cipal Tonya Porter at 891-8129 Caledonia Legion, Auxiliary to hold Poppy Days this week Caledonia American Legion Post No. 305 and its Auxiliary will sell poppies throughout Caledonia Village on May 12, 13 and 14. The bright red paper pop­ pies made by veterans are sold each year to benefit American veterans and their families. The Flanders poppy became a symbol for the veterans dur­ ing World War I. The flower grew wild on that famous field, and came to represent the sacrifice of all those who had fought for their country. It is also considered a sym­ bol of hope and renewal for those who survived the battles to return home. The Legion and Auxiliary members emphasize that ail Poppy Day contributions arc devoted entirely to rehabilita­ tion and assistance for the veterans and their loved ones. QUALITY PEOPLE MAKE A QUALITY COMPANY People like Karen Brown. Karen joined Miller Real Estate this year after becom­ ing one of the top producing agents in her previous firm. She is enthusiastic and hardworking, two traits that have made her a knowledgeable and very effective realtor. Karen and her husband Gary, who is part owner of Ceilings Unlimited, have lived on Cobb Lake in the Yankee Springs area with their two children, Tara and Jason, for twelve years. Karen works in our Middleville office and specializes in residential real estate and vacant land. If you are thinking of buying or selling this year, be sure and give Karen a call. We’re sure you will be glad you did. Call Karen Brown, Office 795-3305, Home 795-9331 or Pager 230-0266 Middleville Office: 497 Arlington (M-37) tS> MILLER BEAL ESTATE» affsA OFFICES IN HASTINGS & MIDDLEVILLE �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I May 10, 1994 / Page 3 Trial set for man charged in Caledonia teenager’s death Homriches to observe 50th anniversary Holsteds to celebrate 25th anniversary Gerald and Marguerite (Douglass) Homrich were married on Moy 6, 1944. They will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with an open house on Sunday, May 15 from 2 to 5 p.m. at 9587 Freeport Avenue S.E., Freeport. The couple have four children: Christian B., Gerald T. Jr., Deborah (Debbie) and Kenneth; nine grandchil­ dren and two great-grandchildren. The open house will be given by their family, nieces, nephews and sister: Virginia Brower. No gifts, please Celebrating 25 years of marriage are Ron and Candy Hoisted of Freeport. The couple is the parents of Barbara and Adam Hoisted and three exchange students, Oliver Wilkens of Germany, Bettina Poels of the Netherlands and Christian Mols of Denmark. The occasion will be celebrated with a vacation this summer. From Our Readers A June 27 trial was sched­ uled Thursday. April 28. in Barry County Circuit Court for a 28-ye ar-old Middleville man charged with manslaughter in the traffic death of a 17-year-old Caledonia student last Oc­ tober A June 15 motion hearing and final pre-trial was also set for Timothy A. Tape Tape is accused of causing the death of Vito Lombardo Jr., who was a senior at Cale­ donia High School, in an auto accident in Thomappie Town­ ship Oct. 23. Tape faces a charge of committing manslaughter with a motor vehicle, a charge that is punishable by up to 15 years in prison or a S7.5OO fine, (x both He is also charged with causing Lombardo's death while driving drunk, a charge that carries a maximum sen­ tence of 15 years or a $2,500 to $10,000 fine, or both. Tape's license also would be revoked if he is convicted. He is charged with failing to stop at a serious personal injury accident, as well, which is punishable by up to five years in prison or a $5,000 fine, or both. Tape stood mute to the charges in March and not guilty pleas were entered on his behalf. Lombardo was driving south on M-37 near Fmkbeiner Road when he was hit head-on by a northbound truck driven by Tape, accord­ ing to Barry County Sheriffs deputies. They said the truck crossed the center line to hit Lombardo. Lombardo was trapped in the car. but was extricated and taken by helicopter to Butter­ worth Hospital in Grand Rapids, deputies said. He died from his injuries the next day. l^mbardo's passenger. Tellis Brown. 17, of 6225 Wing Ave.. Kentwood, was not hurt, deputies said. • 13 • 13 • 13 • 13 • 13 • 13 • 13 • 13 • 13 Why not eliminate AD position Burghdoffs to observe 50th anniversary The children and grandchildren of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Burghdoff cordially invite you to join us in an open house celebrating their 50th anniversary on May 14, 1994 at 4 p.m. at the Freeport Community Center. Bob Burghdoff and Martha Pederson were married May 10, 1944 in Middleville. They have three children Charles and Patricia, Lynda and Rocky, and Larry and Vickie; five grandchildren and one great-grandchild. No gifts, please. (5-10) BINGO American Legion Poet »305 9548 Cherry Valley, Caledonia • THURSDAY • Early Bird — 6:30 p.m. To the editor: In the Sun and News dated June 22. 1993. it was stated that the Caledonia schools fac­ ed a $1 million deficit for 1993-1994 The business manager stated if someone had an idea about how we can be more cost effective, please contact them A Parents Advisory Coun:il’s Finance Committee was formed and recommendations were presented to the school xiard One of the recommenlations was to look at the need if having the position of )irector of Athletics and Stulent activities at the current alary of over $67,000. In the Sun and News dated April 19. several budget cutting items were listed, however, there was no mention of the above position. Is this more important than having the noon bus run for kidnergarten children or hav­ ing to charge a “pay to play” for athletes? When the superintendent announced that he was leav­ ing. he recommended they not fill his job, but rather divide the duties among other ad­ ministrators. Why not do this with this position7 The school board stated that another $175,000 must be cut. A big share of this could be obtained by eliminating the position of Director of AthletK's and Student Ac- tivities. which the Deputy Superintendent has been quoted as saying "few other schools have yet to have such a position." I believe this is one luxury the Caledonia School System can do without in order to re­ tain other programs with higher priorities. Jim Steehan Alto . Happy “1st Teen” Birthday 13 • MANDY . BAILEY 13 Love... 9 Mom. Dad & Sandy 13 • 13 • 13 • 13 • 13 • 13 • 13 • 13 • 13 • Caledonia OES to meet tonight Caledonia Chapter No. 97 of the Order of the Eastern Star, will have its next meeting Tuesday. May 10. at 7:45 p.m. at the Masonic Temple The OES will discuss going to church at 10:30 am Sun­ day. May 15. at Caledonia L ruled Methodist Church. Also, the group’s 100th an­ niversary open house Sunday. July 10, between 2 and 4 p.m. Past Matrons don’t forget your quilts Lunch will be provided by Connie. Sandy and Bill Robertson • Fast Approval •Adjustable Rate • Home Equity Line •Commercial Mortgage •Construction Loan • First Mortgage Mortgage •Second Mortgage •5% and 10% Down lome Mortgages FDIC State Bank of Caledonia Offices in Caledonia, Dutton & Middleville 627 MAIN STREET CALEDONIA 3205 60TH ST S.E. DUTTON 303 ARLINGTON MIDDLEVILLE Ph. 891*8113 Ph. 698*6337 Ph. 795*3361 �Page 4 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I May 10, 1994 'Tftcddfc&itfc Neighbors with. NORMA VELDERMAN 1 am sorry about my news not getting in last week I had it all done and ready to print but it wouldn't. Cay came to check what was wrong and she could rxx find the printer in the System Folder. In try­ ing to work on my Outspoken program. I had deleted it Tom Gordon generously came Saturday, and fixed it. So you will get two weeks news instead Clare and Pat Tolan are now hack in the area after be­ ing in the south for the winter Ann Bartlett said that daughter Kate graduated from Michigan State University Saturday Daughter Maureen is also home for the summer Russ Bender said that daughter Joan came to see him Tuesday to visit with him. Russ took son Bob. Carol and daughter Sherry out for dinner Sunday Today when I had a phone call from a couple from Mon­ tana Their son is working on their family history . The TK and Hastings libraries told them to contact me. The fami­ ly name they were inquiring about was Brandsetter We met at Crystal Flash and then they came here to look at my maps. I tried Virigina Root and Lucille Getty . They both gave suggestions. Dick Geiger, the son. said that their legal description was Section 27. so we tned to get a hold of Russ Bender, but no answer, so I sent him out to take a pic­ ture of Russ* farm home. I called Russ later in the after­ noon and he said that they had stopped and talked to him. From their description, he thought it must be his old farm, just a couple of houses away from his present home He got out his old abstract and they found exactly what infor­ mation they wanted for one of the farms that was a part of his farm before they developed all of the Downs. Wasn’t that a wonderful happening0 It is always so wonderful to me when we local folks can help others locate their family history in our area Thanks, to all of you wonderful folks we could put it together and give them the exact location Lou and Dick Ward went to the Shenandoah Valley in Virginia. They were gone about a week. They had just walked in the door when I called. For a change. I had good timing. I was very surprised to get a hold of Lorraine Otte. They have been home about a week. Had a wonderful winter, but glad to be home again Lois Bremer said that she went to Cincinatti. Ohio, for the Methodist Women’s group. There were 11,000 women there The conference was held Friday. Saturday and Sundas Betty Newman called to tell me that her granddaughter. Laurie, and Doug Taylor had a baby April 30. weighing 8 pounds. His name is Douglas. Her grandson. Troy, and wife had a boy on May 2 called Taylor, weighing 6 pounds. Virginia Root and Betty Newman had a real nice visit Tuesday Bob and Irene Johnson are now back from Florida Well, we finally got our much needed rain on two dif­ ferent days Our flowering bushes just seemed to burst in­ to bloom overnight. Last year, they were just loaded, but the heavy snow and cold weather killed a kx of the blooms this year Pat Tolan said they were making plans for her daughter's wedding in Alpena. Dan Bartlett sid that he is going back to Freeport after being at Shelbyville for a few months. They have a nice, new post office It was just a few months of Dan’s helping out at the other location. The Thomapple Heritage Association will meet at the home of Jack and Jerry Spencer on the fourth Wednesday of May. instead of the third, on May 25. Jerry Spencer said she had a very interesting visitor Fri­ day. Mrs. Strong and her son Dennis from Redford. Jerry had worked at the Strongs’ home during her high school days. They were a wonderful family, just like her own. By living there as a mother’s helper, she could finish high school She said that Mrs. Strong was just home from a trip to Egypt. They had a wonderful visit over lunch. On Monday, the Spooners from Canadian Lakes came over for lunch. Char Finkbemer went to Emmen to visit son Al over the weekend Mary Hayward said she went to her granddaughter’s Sae Neighbors, Page 5 LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church — Serving a Living Lord SUNDAY........ 9 45 a.m., 11:00a.m. 4 6 00 p.m. WEDNESDAY................................ Family Fellowship Prayer & Bible Study 7:00 p.m. 7240 68th Street, SE — Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Rev. Brian F. Harrison Youth Pastor, Darrel L. Schrock Music, Jeffery C. Vander Heide CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A church with a caring heart for our community and the world' Sunday Services...... 9:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. M-37 at 100th St., Caledonia, Ml Church Office: (616) 891-1512 Rev. Gerald Van Oyen Al Tiemeyer Community Calling FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville Bruce N. Stewart, Pastor Lee Taylor, Assistant Pastor 9:45 a.m. Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer 6:45 p.m. Word of Life Clubs 6:45 p.m. WELCOME TO Pastor Mark Beers Pastor Scott Taylor Reaching People With Christ 8:30 am to 9:30 am — First Worship Service 9:30 am to 9:45 am — Coffee Fellowship 9:45 am to 10:45 am — Sunday School 10:45 am to 11 00 am - Coffee Fellowship 11:00 am to 12:00 — Second Worship Service. Nursery and Childrens Church will be provided during both services “Sat an nampie In speech, tn Ma. in tow. in tarth and m purity " Rev. Bernard Mulder, Pastor 868-6306 Pence Reformed Church Barner Free • M-37 between Caledonia & Middleville Sunday Worship Services....... 8:30 or 11:00,6:00 Children’s Church/Youth Worship during morning services. Sunday Morning Worship Canway Si puppet ministry for K4lh during evening services (Interpreted for hearing impaired)............... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School.......................................................... 11:10a.m. Sunday School............................................ 9:45-10:45 Sunday Evening Service.............................................6:30p.m. Wednesday Night “Family Night” 6:45-8:15 Pioneer Club Includes Adventure Club. Chart for Children and Adults. High (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday..................... 6:30 p.m. School Youth Group and Adult Classes Prayer Meeting - Wednesday...........................7:00 p.m. Youth fellowship - Sunday............................. 5:00 p in. RAY TOWNSEND. Pastor TIM DOUBLESTEIN. Youth Director For information call: 891-8119 891-8028 MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED St. Paul Lutheran Kraft Ave. & 84th St., Caledonia, Mi. (Missouri Synod) "Be devoted to one another in 708 West Main Street brotherly love. " Rom. 12:10 First Service....................................... 8.30 a.m. Morning Worship Service............. 10:00 a m Sunday School..................................9:45 a m. Sunday School.........................................11.15a.m.(Fellowship Coffee 9:45 a.m to 10:00 a.m.) Evening Worship Service................ 6:00 p.m Bible Classes................................... 10:00 a m. Second Service................................11:00 a m YOU ARE INVfl (All Services have a Nursery available) Rev. Robert Gerke Rev Roger Timmerman. Pastor 795-3667 Office: 891-8688 Church 891-9878 Rev. James Cusack Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass................................ 5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass. ..................... 9 00a.m. A 11:00a.m. WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH MIDDLEVILLE and PARMELEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES 8546 Whitneyville Ave at 84th St •891-8661 ’The Church wften? everyta^ s somebody. ..and Jesus Christ is Lord" 111 Church Street Sunday School...................................... <730 a.m. Sunday Momng Worthip.....................10 30 am Sunday Evening Worship....................... 600 p.m. Wed Moveefc Prayer A Write ShxJy...... 700 p.m Dotson Aster S^jocaoa r out1 Aster Uve .xney MLscftr Rev. Bobby Dale Whitlock Sunday School................................... 9:30a.m.’ Sun. Morning Worship............10:30 a.m. Evening Service..............................^.6:00p.m. Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Church School.................. 9:30 a.m. Choir Practice ................. 9.30 a.m. Worship Service.............. 10:30 a.m. 250 Vine Street Church Office 891-3669 Parsonage 891-6167 CHRISTIAN REFORMED 6201 Whitneyville Avenue LEIGHTON UNITED METHODIST Gaines United Brethren Church Kalamazoo Avenue at 92nd Street Caledonia, Michigan Telephone 696-8252 CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST LAKESIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH “God Cares for You” Cornerstone Wesleyan Church Meeting at the Comer of Wood School Rd. and Wing Rd. Senrices — Sunday School....................... lOOO a.m Mommg Worship ...... 1100 a.m Evening Worship 600p.m. Pastor Jeffrey Lee Phone 795-7076 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 12200 Chief Noonday Road (at Gun Lake) Wayland, Michigan 49348 • 795-7903 Barrier Free / Programs for All Ages •—10 00 im Parmelee Morning Worship ...9:30 a.m Middleville Sunday School............ 9 45 a m Middleville Worship...................... 1100 a m nday School Wednesday Rev. Lynn Wagner — 795-3798 Rev. Carroll Fowler — 765-5316 ’’Faintly Night” 6 <X) p m Iruptrmg, Pourne, Church Office Phone - 795-9266 ®l|e CDld JHclhorhst (Church 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto, Michigan 49302 Sunday School.................. 10:00 a m. Morning Worship............. 11 oo a m. Evening Worship ........ 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting/ Children's Classes 7.00 p.m. Royle Bailard, Pastor - 868-6437 - Rrkwnz, Jcryfid The Reorganized CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST of Latter Day Saints 8146 68th St near Whitneyvtile Ave . O$ U Church School, Sunday.............................. lOOOa.m. 55 Morning Worship....... 11.00 a.m Evening Wonhip.......... 6:00 pm. Wed Fellowship.......... 7:30 p m (tn homes or church) call Pastor Lloyd DeVormer Sr. 897-7407 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml TK BULLETIN BOARD May 9-27 — 4th grade camp (see activities below) May 10 — Reproductive health for 5th graders. Last meeting for P.E.T. at 9:30 a.m. (NOTE: Time change) at McFall Assembly for High School students to hear Student Council of­ ficers, reps and class officers Senior Business La* students will be going to observe court in Hastings. Band Awards Dessert at the High School. 7 p.m May 11-13 — Art Talks for 2nd grade: Landscapes May 11 — Personal Safety Parent meeting at McFall Library, 7 p.m. Business Law students will observe court in Hastings. May 12 — Physics classes go to Cedar Point for a working field tnp. May 13 — ?????Fnday the Thirteenth^?? at McFall P E T. popcorn at McFall. May 15 — Spring Concert at the High School. 3 p.m. May 16 — Art Talks for fifth grade American Art. Orienta­ tion for the fifth graders going into Middle School in the fall, at the Middle School 7 p m. Half day (hrs 4. 5. 6) for the high school: Inservice May 17 — Middle School Teacher Appreciation Luncheon. Those wishing to donate items please call Debbie Smith. 795-9135. May 18 — Honors Assembly at 9 a.m. at the High School. Graduation practice: 1130 a m Retirement dinner at the Mid­ dle Villa for those in the T.K system that will be retiring after this school year. May 17-18 — Better Safe Than Sorry program, third grade IxMdung Ahead... May 19 — Senior finals' May 20 — Popcorn at West and alternating Kindergarten. At the H.S., gradual ion practice. 9 am. May 21 — H S. choir on Cedar Point. May 22 — M.S. Spring Concert, 3 p.m May 23 — Last P E P meeting at the M.S., 7 p.m May 24-26 — At West, Art Talks for third grade: Let’s Tell A Story With Art. May 25 — M W Kindergarten will take a field trip to Binder Park Zoo. First grade field day. NEIGHBORS, from Page 4 home in Byron Center for Sunday dinner with Jack and Maureen Robinson Thelma Carl attended her great niece’s wedding Satur day afternoon in Grand Rapids Thelma said she was a beautiful bride, and it was a wonderful event Her nieces and husband trom Clark Lake stopped and picked up Thelma. Lois Bremer attended a Women’s Wesleyan Retreat at Wesley Woods in Dowling Friday. Don and Lois Stauffer went on a five-day trip to the Smokies. For three days it was beautiful. Then it started to be rainy and overcast so they came home early, but it was a beautiful three days. Betty and Ward Bender are now home from their winter in Florida. Glad to be back even though they had a nice winter. Stephen and Cherie Van Sickle had a baby boy. Steven Joshua Van Sickle. April 11 at Pennock Hospital. I had lost my tape with the news that Ett gave me. so 1 tried to do it from memory and really goof­ ed. Ett kindly called me and gave me the correct informa­ tion 1 am so glad that she did that Sorry kids for my bad memory. Steven weighed 8 lbs . 5 ozs. Virginia Root said that she and Betty had a wonderful visit Tuesday. Katie Wicnnga and her bowling team are going to the State Bowling Tournament in Bay City. Myrtle Secord said that her sister. Marcella, from Jackson came over and all the sisters went to visit Jennie Davis at the Clark home Friday. Then the three of them went over to sister [Minna’s and had lunch with her. Jennie is about the same Lucille Getty said that she attended the funeral of her relative, John L. Johnson, last week Megan Oliver said that her brother Scottis home from college and already has a job working at the Target Store. George Kramer, my Braille teacher, came this afternoon to help me with my Outspoken verbal computer program. He knows IBM computers and so he is learning about my Macintosh computer. I am so grateful for his patience. 1 tried to type my news before he came so as to practice what he had tried to teach me last week. He worked IMi hours, repeating and repeating cer­ tain steps. Maybe if 1 practice writing lots of letters, keeping my pace without seeing what I am doing, using my Thuder Seven spell check and Outspoken. I may improve enough to make him feel that his time has once more been useful. For Summer Wear May 10, 1994 / Page 5 TK senior party details set The TK senior's overnighter May 29 is fast ap­ proaching and final details are complete Tickets may be purchased during lunch Wednesdays. Seniors also are asked to return the survey for the fiveyear reunion and their permis­ sion slips for the party to the office, or after commence ment practice on May 20. 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Jeanna Willard Honor Roll 3.5 and above — Olga Grabowska, Birte Knitz, Steven Matison. James Ramey. Carrie Williamson, Benicia Yoder. Kathryn Zoemer Honorable Mention 3.0 to 3.49 — Jeffery Demaagd. Corinne Drake. Cynthia Fox. Jennifer Head. Richard Hiler. Jeremy Hilty. Jeremy Hoff. Jamie Holes. Jennifer Kidder. Michael Nelson. Jessica Pratt. Deanna Reed. Timothy Rothhaar, Jay me Schut. Jason Secord. Robert Seger, Jesse Strzyewski, Aimee Taggart. Brian Thomas. Donald Toler. Manda Waldeck. William West 11th Grade A/A— — Sarah Allore. Jeremy Anderson. Gina Boersma. Christopher Deblaay. Rhonda Hesselink. Bonny McMurray. Laura Nelson. Emily Nicholson. April Scharphorn. Kiley Thaler. Jennifer Wieringa. Honor Roll — Justin Blake. Sarah Brady Kari Bustraan. Randolph Caton. Wendy Dickinson, Eric Griffith. Vikki Jansen. Christopher Lange. Matthew Liu. Malisa Merlau. Brett Suwyn. Aman­ da Townsend. Ryan Winchel. Sarah Wisniewski. Erin Wolverton, Amy Ybema. Honorable Mention — Kevin Bleuhm, Wayne Bowerman. Andrew Brewer. Rachel Brock. Nathan Bundy. Lisa Cash. Jason Clinton. Jen­ nifer Coats. Jessica Coe. Amanda Fliearman. Jamie Giar. Angelda Gildea. Shane 11 Haigh, Joshua Harmon. Amber Holcomb. Kevin Holst. Rebecca Holwerda. Amanda Hull-Neeson. Triple Check Tax Service We are scl up to handle ALL INCOME TAX needs. We are able to do your personal, small business. Partnership or Corporation returns. We offer a complete accounting service, with 20 years of experience. Other services include: • Business Plans • UPS (not a UPS agent) • Educational Resources Service - College Money Guaranteed OPEN Mon.-Fri. 9-5; Sat. 9-2 or evenings by appointment Member ot Melanie Johnston. Jason Kearney. Gary Ketchum (Zehr). Sarah Matson. Kerri McNees. Justin Middleton. Penny Minor. Came Mugndge. Darcy Mugridge. Sarah Potter. Kevin Rhines. Courtney Rich. Karen Richards. Andy Richardson. Timothy Rood voets. Scott Scheib. Kary Schondelmayer. Jamie Smith. Edward Solomon. Wendy Wisniewski. Gina Yoder. 10th Grade A/A- — Martin Bender. Arnie Bergakker. Tarah Beuschel. Brett Bremer. Cur­ tis Brinks. Michelle Butler. Traci Campbell. Ruth Caton. Courtney Dehaan. Adelaide Devine. Mandi Dewitt. Leah Dodd, Rene Ellinger. Christine Hypnar. Andrea Kokmeyer. Michelle Merlau. Kelly Nicholson. Maria Parker. Amber Sans. Rebecca Singleton. Honor Roll — Samuel Alexander. Mark Cerka. Sean Crofoot, Jennifer Deschoff. Lisa Devries. Jason Gearhart. Cynthia Hiler. Jeremiah Postma. Ryan Tasma. Chanda Wenger Honorable Mention — Michael Anders. Joel Bar­ nhill. Ethan Buist. Tricia Church. Shawn Davis. Rachel Devormer. Bradley Enders. Ten Fitch. Tracey Funnell. Timothy Hannan. Bruce Hig­ gins, Konnne Hutchens. Paul Jamison, Jill Kelley. Daniel Kenyon. Robert Kiel Angela Kuhtic. Melissa Landman. Tiffiny Middleton. Dallas Monroe, Jared Novak. Megan Oliver. Steven Orr, Katie Polhemus. Stephanie Potter. Aaron Rademaker, Ted Reid, James Robertson, Lance Robertson. Krista Schavey, Trevor Schut, Samantha Sherman, Alison Space. Brian Syswerda, Tim Syswerda, Katie Tyner, Jef- A RAINBOW OF DEALS.,. Friendly 5 /$ 1 00 Silk 0 A % Brach i’s $ 1 59 Plastic / A Flowers Pick-AA-Mix 1 lb Flowers W V OFF Ceramcoat Paint 25% °wc $ 1 49 A ■5^= RAINBOW’S END Yarn, Craft & Variety . Caledonia Village Centre • 616-891-1106 HOURS: Monday thru Friday 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m to 5:30 p.m • •••••• eSale Prices Good thru Saturday, May 21 Loving Caring Days begin at... o Opening June 6! 6:00 AM-600 PM Ministry of Peace Reformed Church Pre-School Educare Ages 21/2-5 Certified Teachers Qualified Care-Givers State Licensed Cail; Peace Child Care Center 6950 Cherry VaBey. Middtevtae. Ml 49333 M37 : wax herueer. AA1 0 Q XK Call for more information Thomappie Kellogg School Lunch Menu Wednesday. May 11 Com stack, chili and cheese on tortilla pieces, lettuce, com bread, applesauce Thursday. May 12 Spaghetti/meat sauce, toss­ ed salad, garlic toa^*. fresh fruit. H.S. make own sundae. Friday, May 13 Pizza, baked beans, or sweet potatoes, strawberry shortcake. Monday, May 16 Ravioli with cheese, green beans, whole wheat bread, grape juice. Middle — l.C. sundae. H.S. no lunch. Tuesday, May 17 Pizzaburger on bun, peas and carrots, fruit juice bars. McFall — Make your own sundae. NOTE: Whole or lowfat milk offered each day. Alt. menu at El. Monday, hot dog; Tuesday, turkey sandwich; Wednesday, salad bar; Thurs­ day, hamburger; Friday, fishwich. Variety of sandwiches and salads at High School and Middle. Caledonia Community High/Middle Schools Lunch Menu Wednesday. May 11 Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes w/gravy or french fries, fruit choice, milk. Thursday, May 12 Goulash, peas or french fries, bread stick, fruit choice, milk. Friday, May 13 Nacho supreme, carrots or french fries, fruit choice, milk. Monday, May 16 Chicken patty w/bun. green beans or french fries, fruit choice, milk. Tuesday, May 17 Pizza, french fries, fruit choice, milk. C aledonia Community Schools High/Middle Meal Deal Menu Wednesday, May 11 BYO Nacho, french fries. Vita Pup, milk. Thursday, May 12 Chicken fajita, french fries. Vita Pup, milk. Friday, May 13 Itza Pizza, french fries, Vita Pup, milk. Potato Bar. Monday, May 16 BYO double cheeseburger w/bun, french fries. Vita Pup, milk. Tuesday, May 17 Mexican bar. Vita Pup, milk. Keri Jeurink. Douglas Kidder. Audrey Kiel. Steven Lehman. Allison Lesert. Sage Lucas. Heather Marble. An­ drew Mathias. Jada Mid­ dleton. Tybeanous Myers. Keith Nelson. Daniel Noffke. Devin O’Dell. Michael Oaks. Wanda Pennington. April Pitt. Raneane Poll, Kimberly Rauschenberger. Adam Richardson. Thomas Secord. Matthew Send. Amy Smith. Michael Stem. Joshua Steorts. Elizabeth Stevens. Amanda Stutzman. Paula Sweeney. Ryan Taggart. Enca Walker. Sara Wright. Stephanie Zehr. Jaclyn Zoemer. Caledonia Community Schools Elementary Lunch Menu Wednesday, May 11 Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes w/gravy. roll. Food Bar. milk. Thursday, May 12 Submarine sandwich, food bar, milk Friday, May 13 Ham/cheesc sandwich, food bar. milk. Monday, May 16 Chicken patty w/bun. food bar. milk. Tuesday, May 17 Pizza, food bar, milk. Caledonia Community Schools Kettle l,akc Breakfast Menu Wednesday, May 11 Egg/sausage on English muffin juice or fruit, milk. Thursday, May 12 Bagel w/topping, juice or fruit, milk. Friday, May 13 Pop tart, string cheese, juice or fruit, milk. Monday, May 16 Assorted cereal, toast, juice or fruit, milk. Tuesday, May 17 Sour cream doughnut, juice or fruit, milk. Call for Classifieds Phone 795-3345 SUPERIOR PROTECTION FOR YOUR HOME to Grand Hapids Deluxe Homeowners Insurance Peace Child Care Center • • • • • Doornbos. Robert Scott Evans. Mary Hesseltine. David Liu. Jennifer Matison. Lucas Middleton. Carrie Moma. Robert Mosey. Alanc Remtein. Angela Rider. Ryan Ritsema. Megan Roon. Tara Schweitzer. Tanya Vanderwoude. Rhonda Kai Washbum. Kaye Weaver. Honorable Mention — Melody Allore. 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Ml I May 10, 1994 / Page 7 Seventh grade students honored for the month of March include (fron row. from left) Jason Albaugh, Nina Cowhom. Kerri Enyort. and Alan Gragg (center row, from left) Michael"Hayes, Craig Jenkins, and Erica Johnston; and (back row. from left) Alicia Lee, Julie Poortvliet, Adam Smith, and Nathan Venton. Not pic­ tured are Sean Lemon, Andrea Ronchetti. and Melissa Strimbock. Thornapple Kellogg Middle School ‘Students of the Month’ Thornoppie Kellogg Middle School sixth grade students of the month for March ore (front row, from left) Kyle Aspinall, Tara Brown, Jennifer Carpenter, and Rochel Clouse; (center row, from left) Sunshine Curths, Jessica Erway, Matthew Hopewell, and Kevin Lee; and (bock row, from left) Laura McKinley, Brian Mello, Ashley Moore, Shoyno Neason, and Nicole Yochcik. TK spring concert set for Sunday The Thornapplc Kellogg Music Department will pre sent the annual spring concert at 3 pm. Sunday. May 15. in the high school auditorium The concert will feature the high school cadet band, the high schtxil choir, an the high school symphonic band, with light selections, including music from broad way shows, marches and current and old pop tunes. The band students will be honored at the annual honors night on Tuesday, May 10. at 7 p.m. in the high school cafeteria. A dessert potluck will be followed by the presentation of senior and underclassmen awards, and special awards The band will perform at graduation and the Memorial Day parade and end the year with the marching band mar­ ching at Disney World in June. Next year’s 1994 marching band of 180 members will learn fall drills and music at the band camp. July 25-28, at Adnan College. The musical groups are directed by Duane Thatcher. March students of the month in the eighth grade are (front row, from left) Matthew Cromer, Dendel Craven, Mandy Denick, and Loura Dodd; (center row, from left) Adam Erway, Stephen George, Jennifer Dever, and Janine McWhinney; and (bock row, from left) Dawn Medaris, Joseph Norman, David Ramey, Lindsey Robertson, and Barbara Truer. Not pictured is Walter Wisniewski. Smart Borrowing Begins At Home. A Hastings City Bank Home Equity Loan is a smart way to borrow...with low interest rates and tax deductible interest.* For a limited time, your Hastings City Bank Home Equity Loan comes with no closing costs** and no annual fees. To apply for your Home Equity Loan...stop in at any office or call today. dTiip Safe and Sound Since 1886 STOP SEE YOUt CHOICE IS CLEAB. Richard J. Choryan, O.D. DOCTOR OF OPTOMETRY 133 E Main St , Caledonia. Ml 891-9224 Member FDIC LTnocr •Please consult your lax advisor ••Closing costs are waived when state equalized value of your home can be used in place of the normally required appraisal (A* of April 26. 1994. the current APR 8.75% Maximum APR 18.00%) �Page 8 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / May 10, 1994 TK crisis response team is there when needed! by Margaret Fowler ' Staff Writer Teachers and principals are probably the most visible groups in any school, but they're not the only ones. A well-rounded district also is prepared to handle other needs of schools and the community. The crisis response team at the Thornapple Kellogg Schools is one of those sup­ port groups that is ready to be called on when needed "Though there are other crisis situations, the team focuses mainly on the death situation," said TK Social Worker Steve Miller, who heads up the team The team was formed about six years ago. At that time, there were people other than school staff on the team "Sometimes, those from outside the school had jobs that conflicted with getting in­ to the school immediately when a need came up." said Miller Now the team is made up of about 10 people who are all part of the school staff "We are set up to respond to high school and middle school deaths." said Miller. Included on the team are high school counselors Tom Fletke and Phil Jahnke; mid­ die school counselor Bernie Weller; high school principal Henry Dugan; middle school principal Gordon Dahlgren; high school teachers Joyce Domire and Nancy Iveson; and middle school teachers Gloria Sorenson. Bob Weller and Brian Willshire Jackie Schmitz, elementary social worker for the district, also serves on the team in a crisis. "The older kids are at a dif­ ferent stage of development. At the elementary level, there is a different procedure and it is handled more in individual classrooms." All of the members are trained to deal with the crisis situation. "They are mainly there to listen and reflect," explained Miller "We also give instruc­ tions on things not to say." crisis response team for the secondary level. When a crisis arises, Jackie Schmitz, the elementary social worker, also helps. Caledonia senior wins scholarship D'Anna Hopper has receiv­ ed a $1,000 scholarship from Haworth. Inc., Holland. She is a senior at Caledonia High School and has been ac­ cepted at Grand Valley State University, where she will pursue a medical career. She is the daughter of Carol Hopper. Alto, and Milton Hopper. Lake Odessa. Haworth. Inc., where Carol Hopper is employed, annually awards scholarships to several dependents of employees. be emotional. They get time for healing" Even students who may not know the person w bo died can be caught up in the emotion. They can also use the team to help them deal with the death. Another function of the crisis response team is to watch for students who may be at risk. TK commencement set for May 29 Commencement for seniors at Thomapple Kellogg High School will be held Sunday. May 29. at 3 p.m. at the high school athletic field. Carrita Ingersoll, class president, will give the class address Daniel Parker and Gary VanElst. members of the Board of Education, will present the 130 graduates with their diplomas. Music will be provided by the Thomapple Kellogg High School Band, directed by Duane Thatcher. Caledonia woman on Calvin dean’s list Ruth Rentema of Caledonia was among the 717 students who made the dean s list at Calvin College for the fall semester Rentema. a senior, major­ ing m communication arts and sciences, earned a 3.64 grade point average She is a graduate of South Christian High School, going to college The training includes in­ struction on grieving, death and dying, and the emotions involved Since its formation, the crisis response team has been needed six times “By opening things up. we have found that students can start the grieving process." said Miller That is an important first step in dealing with the death of a friend or acquaintance, according to Miller. "The bottom line is that it gives the kids a chance to talk about their feelings. They are not part of a situation where they have to hold back or hold their feelings in. " Miller said that in the first 24 to 48 hours it is crucial that the students are able to vent their emotions. Those emotions vary great­ ly and include shock, anger, sorrow and bewilderment. "The crisis team members need to be responsive to the students' emotions and their own. too. “The team has a feeling of membership, showing a togetherness for each other and including the greiving students." Miller explained. By allowing the students more freedom in dealing with the grieving process than is normally found in the school. Miller said the students get the chance to work through things in their time frame, when they are comfortable. “By having the crisis team, the kids know that it is OK to after raising a family. She will attend Western Michigan University this fall, seeking a master's degree in interpersonal communica­ tions. She was awarded a graduate assistantship from the department of com­ munications at WML1 for the 1994-95 academic year. kw Thee Place for = ^TANNING and NAILS891-4040 Middle school crisis team members are counselor Bernie Weller, teachers Gloria Sorenson and Brian Willshire, and principal Gordon Dahlgren. Teacher Bob Weller (who is not pictured) is also part of the team. Members of the Thornapple Kellogg crisis response team at the high school in­ clude (from left) counselors Tom Fletke and Phil Jahnke, teachers Joyce Domire and Nancy Iveson, and principal Henry Dugan. They watch for obvious changes in attitude, being withdrawn, frantic, ag gressive, or generally out of character. "We need to know who is vulnerable and who may be emotionally caught up in the death,” Miller said. When the death is a suicide, it is even more critical to be aware of the students most deeply affected. 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The concert w ill feature the sixth-, seventh-, and eighth­ grade bands performing a variety of music, including selections from the recent band contest, and music of a lighter style The public is invited at no charge As students do work grieving process. through their grief, the team "The school definitely makes suggestions for ways to needs something like this remember the deceased because many times the friend. .students' parents arc greiving “We encourage donations as well and may have trouble to charity or planting a tree or helping their children. 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After you’ve answered a question press the star key I"7! or pause for three or more seconds and the program will automatically proceed to the next question. 0SEJ �The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml I May 10, 1994 I Page 9 First McMuffin sold after sunrise ceremonies Caledonia community welcomes new McDonald’s restaurant Ken and Pat Boden cut the ribbon, and the doors and drive-in windows were opened to a crowd of waiting customers. Caledonia students were the first customers in line Wednesday morning after the cermonies that marked the opening of the new McDonald's. McDonald s owners Ken and Pat Boden of Caledonia are all smiles during Wednesday's opening of their newest restaurant. by Barbara Gall Staff Writer There were Boy Scouts and a band, cars jostled for a park­ ing space and high school students rolled out of bed ear­ ly to be there. It wasn't a holiday, but the opening Wednesday morning of Caledonia's new McDonald’s certainly felt like one, even at sunrise The Caledonia Jazz Band provided some swinging background music until Boy Scout Troop 202 stepped for­ ward to raise the Stars and Stripes. The band swung into the National Anthem as the sun rose over the rolling fields across the street. Franchise owners Ken and Pat Btxien barely got the of­ ficial ribbon cut before the Dykstra's Preferred Poured Walls, Inc. _ • Poured basement walls f • Flatwork - • Farm work x ROB DYKSTRA, Owner 10698 Flnkbeiner Rd, Middleville 795-7674 Ar AYSO Soccer *SIGN-UP* Boys and gtrts bom between 8/8C thru 7/88 registration tor the tall soccer season will be at Soccertest. May 21st, between the hours of 84 The Soccertest extravaganza will be located at the M.ddievuie High Schoo* tootbail t»e*<3 The deadline tor registration rs Jone 30th. 1994 AN players registered after the deadline will not be guaranteed a spot on a team in the tail All ptavers registered prior to the deadline will be placed on a team and wUl have the opportunity to play m the fall, it there are enough coaches to coach each of the teams Remember AYSO is a volunteer organization ana we always need more coacnes and referees to make the program a success If you are unable to attend SocceHest and would like a registration form or to contn kids were in the door and the cars began rolling through the drive-through. “Welcome to the newest McDonald's in the world," said Ken Boden as the customers lined up for breakfast, .and lunch...and dinner. Now the Golden Arches have added a new curve to the Caledonia “skyline," and residents can take a break and have it their way, right in their own home town. NHS honors IK faculty with special breakfast Members of the Elizabeth Thurber Chapter of the Na­ tional Honor Society recently saluted the faculty of Thor nappie Kellogg High School on National Teacher's Day by hosting a breakfast of scrambled eggs, pancakes, sausage, and bacon McDonald's (44th Street/Broadmoor and Caledonia locations), Pasloor’s, Sam’s Joint (Gun Lake), and Circle Inn donated to the event Phone 795-3345 for Sun & News ACTION ADS! The Caledonia Jazz Band provided some music from the gazebo and then played the National Anthem as the Stars and Stripes were raised over "the newest McDonald's in the world.” ▼ 1 he _ ! QI true VALUE HOMES Office at Cider Mill Village ■ IS NOW OPEN Wednesdays 9 to 6 and Fridays 9 to 1 (Ji OTHER HOURS ARE A VAILABLE BY APPOINTMENT! Call Sandra anytime at 795-7900 (Middleville) or... 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Part of the way she has been raising money for the three-week trip with Young Am­ bassadors is to sell candy bars at local Freeport merchants. by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Simple words like billy, swag, digger and gum have simple meanings, right? Not necessarily, three Thornapplc Kellogg middle school students are going to have to re-examine the meanings of several common English words Amber Dutcher. Amanda Dykstra, and Ashley Gentry arc headed down under’ to Australia with the People to People Student Ambassador program Part of their preparation for Amanda Dykstra checks out how for it is to Australia on the globe at the Thornapple Kellogg Mid­ dle School library's globe. She will be flying there will Young Ambassadors. the summer trip is to learn some of the typical Australian vocabulary words and the meanings. In Australia, gum is not the chewing variety. It refers to a eucalyptus tree A digger is the term for an Australian sailor. Besides learning language, the girls will need to adjust from our common measuring system to metric during their three-week stay in Australia. Most of their travels will be in the eastern part of Australia in Queensland and New South Wales. They’ll have the chance to snorkel on the Great Barrier Reef just off of tropical Conservation Club to host experts for kids Together, because of your support, we have made the dream*a reality. COME SNEAK’A PEEK! loin usSunday,* May*15 < from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. and take a peek at our ^newest additions! Our Open House will feature 3ur New Family Birthing Center, Surgical Center,*Green Street Cafe 4 and Exterior Renovation. ♦ Come and see a real operating room with all of the equipment, find out what makes a birthing bed different from a regular bed, and how does^mesthesia really work. Refreshments will be served in the 4 Green Street Cafe where staff members will B be available to answer any questions. PENNOCK HOSPITAL A New Vision of Health 1009 West Green Street, Hastings (616) 945-3451 ♦ The Barry County Conser­ vation Club will host experts in marksmanship, fishing and wildlife. May 15 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in hopes of drawing 4-Hers into more outdoor sports. Chris Crossthwaite, who is helping organize the outing, said the Conservation Club is hoping to get more kids in 4H interested in the sports and is hoping there will be enough interest for competi­ tion between clubs. The Conservation Club, on Cook Road, south of Green Street, has skeet, trap and 3D targets for shooting. Wildlife experts will be on hand for kids interested in wild animals, their habitats and life styles. Some of the guests slated to be on hand for the kids are: Gary Shoffer, a long­ time hunter’s safety instructor who’ll talk about hunting safety, shooting sports and marksmanship; George Cullers, Region in vice pres­ ident of the Michigan Trap­ pers Association; Joseph Huebner, a paramedic and archery expert who’ll talk about safety and some of the finer points of bows and ar­ rows and Warren Al ward, who’ll speak on taking care of natural resources and fish­ eries management Other experts in different fields have been invited as well. "We re interested in getting more kids interested in out­ door recreation.' Crossth­ waite said. For more information con­ tact Crossthwaite at 9488937 or the Barry County Extension office at 948-4862. Queensland; visit native villages to learn about ancient Aboriginal culture; hand-feed kangaroos, loalas. and emus in their natural habitats; camp in the Australian Outback; visit the Opera House in Sydney; and attend a briefing in the Parliament House in Canberra. Australia's capital Other preparation for the trip includes learning about the climate, people and customs. One of the trip’s highlights is the opportunity for two home stays with Australian families. All three of the girls will not be traveling together. Ashley will be gone from June 17 to July 6. Amber and Amanda will leave a week later. But both caravans of about 30 seventh- and eighth-grade students will fly to Australia via California Ashley says she is really ex­ cited about the chance to scuba drive "Probably the hardest thing to adapt to is how to act. how to eat and know the proper manners. ” she said. Amanda agrees with Ashley on both counts. "I'm nervous about staying with the host families because I won’t know anybody.” Amber isn’t so sure about the diving or snorkeling "The part I’m looking most forward to is the home stays.” Amber said, "when I can really get to know a family in Australia. ” These girls arc just three of many students who have had the opportunity to travel with the People to People Student Ambassador program. The program, which was founded in 1963 by President Dwight Eisenhower, offers students the opportunity to develop an accurate impres­ sion of today's world society and America’s role in that society. — OPEN HOUSES — Sunday, May 15, 1994OPEN 1 to 4 PM 31521. MIDDLEVILLE AREA Spa clout 2 story on 2.4 acres. Family rm. w/FP, open stair­ way, full finished basement w/rec. rm. Enclosed porch plus 3 bedroom & 2% stall garage Must seel Call Deb, 623 8357 OPEN 1 to 4 PM S2G2. 7270 BOUMAN DR. 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Tour De Cure will help us get the word out about diabetes and raise needed funds for research. We're excited about the billboards!” Artist Mark Heckman's 40 billboards promoting the American Diabetes Associa tion's June 5 “Tour De Cure” fund-raising event are up in the Grand Rapids area Thanks to generous under­ writing from the Wege Foun­ dation and WKLQ FM. the signs will remain up through the end of May. Tour De Cure, a day of cycling to help find a cure for diabetes, will take place Sun­ day. June 5, at the Yankee Springs Recreation Area near Middleville This cycling event will take place nation­ wide in 88 communities. The Grand Rapids area “Tour De Cure” is the only ride being promoted with billboards “Tour De Cure” par­ ticipants are required to register, and obtain a minimum of $50 in pledges. Registration is $20 through June 3 and $50 on June 5. Riders can choose between three routes — 100 kilometers (62 miles). 50 kilometers (31 miles), or 25 kilometers (15 miles). Rest stops with food and water will be located along these routes At the completion of the ride, ail participants will be treated to lunch and entertain­ ment Yankee Springs charges an entry fee per car. For registration information call I -800-TOUR 888 Diabetes is a disease that af­ fects the body 's ability to pro­ duce or respond properly to insulin, a hormone that allows blood sugar to enter cells and be used for energy Currently there is no cure for diabetes. The American Diabetes Association is the nation s leading non-profit health organization supporting diabetes research, advocacy, and information for health professionals, patients and the public For more information on how to participate in Tour De Cure, contact the American Diabetes Association weekdays at l -800-TOUR 888 This one of many billboards in the area that prmotes the "Tour De Cure" June 5 at the Yankee Springs Recreation Area. 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I have selected portions of my announcement speech Although the speech was about 10 minutes long. I have included the better part of it “It has been an honor serving the people in the 31st Senate district. Having lived in west Michigan all my life, serving my community in the Senate has afforded me an opportunity to give something back. Twelve years ago. I announced for the first time my inten­ tion to run for the Senate I was 31 years old and had two children, with one more on the way. I’d lived in west Michigan all of my life, surrounded by family and friends. Pam and 1 want our children, as they grow, to be able to live and work here, as well At the time, that possibility seemed bleak The bloated government gave us high taxes, which led to lost jobs. Michigan’s 14 2 percent unemployment rate was the highest in the nation. People were leaving the stole in droves, and the standing joke was: “The last one to leave Michigan, turn (nit the lights ” Rather than sit back and talk about what needed to be done, my wife Pam and I decided I should run for the Senate and help change the state’s direction. Now. a dozen years later. Michigan is no longer being referred to as the “Rust Belt " Today, many are calling it the “Jobs Belt.” With good reason. Michigan’s 1993 unemployment rate was 7 percent — the lowest it had been in 15 years In March, the unemployment rate was 6.5 percent, U.S. News and World Report recently rated our recovery first among the industrial states. In fact, we lead the midwest in job creation Why the big turnaround? I believe it is due in large part to action taken by the Legislature and governor in the past three years. We know jobs are created by people investing in their communities, not by government. So we cut taxes so that peo­ ple could keep and invest more of what they earned. We cut them seven times in 36 months. At the same time, we eliminated an inherited S1.8-billion state budget deficit by making tough decisions. Besides passing policies to spur job creation, we tackled no­ fault automobile insurance, medical malpractice and unemployment insurance reform. We passed legislation to help victims of domestic violence, fund our state parks system and revise teacher tenure laws. W'e eliminated the state inheritance tax. reformed the physician licensing process and gave crime victims more power And on top of all this and more, we resolved two issues that had eluded state leaders for more than 25 years — school finance and property tax reform. There is no question this legislative session has been the most active one in recent memory . I hope I have played a part in that as your state senator and as the Senate Majority Leader. Many of you are probably wondering why I want to return to office after such a busy few years. Well. I’ve got four very good reasons. Krista. Lisa. Heather, and Bryan In order to pave the way to a promising future, we have to finish the job we’ve started. We must continue to fight for a better Michigan. We must pass further welfare reform, tough anti-crime legislation and reform the Single Business Tax. But more than anything, I want to see further education reform That s why I chose to make my announcement from the steps of this historical school Knapp School was built in 1851 and educated hundreds of Michigan children for one century . In many ways, this one-room school symbolizes much of what I have been fighting for on the education front. In the days of one-room schoolhouses, parents held direct control over their children’s education. There was usually one employee, the teacher. The same person who graded the papers, stoked the fire. Schools today do not teach our children often enough the dif­ ference between right and wrong. To me. that is a travesty. I attended one-room schoolhouses from kindergarten through fifth grade. The values instilled in me during my years at the Lowe and Hams Creek schools by Mrs. Lillian Cornell and Mrs. Mary McDonald have stayed with me and guided my life as a public servant. We still have dedicated teachers, students who are second to none and parents who care, but layers of administrative and bureaucratic red tape have hindered our system, ft’s time we change that. Although there is a big challenge before us. we did ac­ complish some notable reform in the past several months We have reduced the funding inequities that exited from district to district. We have enacted significant cost-containment measure to reign in sky-rocketing expenses We have enacted charter school legislation that gives parents, students and teachers more opportunities and freedom to select a school based on their needs, fostering learning and creativity. But there is more to be done As your state senator. I will continue to fight for west Michigan’s interests and values. For lower taxes and more jobs. For safer neighborhoods and better schools. For a better place to live, work and raise our families. With your help and support, our kids and grandkids will be able to live and work in this beautiful state They won’t be the ones who have to ‘turn out the lights * Thank you and God bless you all. Ladies Aid dinner to cap day of nostalgia May 14 Historic Bowne Museum to offer quilt display bv Barbara Gall ’ Staff Writer Both heirkxims and newly stitched quilts will be on display from 1 to 5 p m. Saturday at the Bowne Center Historical Museum, located at the intersection of 84th Street and Alden Nash Avenue All the quilts are owned by area residents, who are loan­ ing them to the museum for the afternoon, said Linda Sinclair of the Bowne Township Historical Society. She said at least 20 quilts will be on display At 3 p m., another of the historic buildings at the > « I Bowne Center comer will SAVE MONEY open its doors for “TOP QUALITY SALES AND ‘Refreshments and SERVICE AT A LOW PRICE" Reminiscing.” Sinclair said that township ' KEY CLEANING SERVICES residents who have lived in the area for a long time are in­ vited to come to the Historic Township Hall and share their stories of the area. ★ CARPET and VINYL SALE The hall is located just in (In home & business showings) front of the museum, and cof­ ★ CARPET and FURNITURE CLEANING fee and cookies will be served ★ LOW, LOW PRICES “We want people to stop COMPLETE COMMERCIAL and sit and visit and share and RESIDENTIAL SERVICE what they remember about the history of the area.” Sinclair TOM FRITH • DAVID McWILLIAMS. CO-OWNERS said. “We want to get some of SAVE MONEY these stories recorded before l Hl In d HI 948*8381 Come Grow With Us The historic Bowne Ladies Aid Hall was restored and is now the Bowne Township Historical Museum. It will be the scene of a quilt exhibition Saturday. they are lost forever.” The society hopes to gather the stories in a booklet to be sold at this year’s Fall Festival, she said. Providing the perfect finish to the day will be the Ladies Aid Hall annual swiss steak dinner, scheduled to begin at 5 p.m. at the Bowne Center Methodist Church, also located at the historic intersection. The Ladies Aid dinners have long been a popular event in the area, and this one will be provided by the ladies of the Methodist Church. Tickets are available at the door, and will cost $6 for adults and $3 for children ages 6 to 10. There is no charge for children under 5. “The ladies promise you won’t go away hungry,” Sinclair said. 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Fourth grader Shelly Smith and Norene Jackson, her grandmother, work together in making a multi-colored tissue paper kite. Lio Tandy, a first grader, and her grandma, Edna London, work on putting together construction paper rings to make flowers. Curbs A Gutters. Floors. Sidewalks All Flatwork, Bobcat Work A Haulins, CONCRETE CONST. (616) 945-3318 4095 Wood School Rd • Hastings. Ml 49058 Carl Slagel Its good looks aren't everything Don’t judge this lawn tractor by its hood cover. Because underneath the LX 172 lies a powerful. 14-hp engine. And within easy reach is an in-line, 5-speed gear transmission. But what’s really attractive is its 6.75%* Fixed Interest Rate. And isn’t that what really counts? 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But, families brought umbrellas and braved the weather anyway No cornivol Is complete without hoving an elephant eor. Five-year-old Ellen Phillips is going to enjoy every finger-lickin' bite of her treat. ■■ Face painting is always a popular carnival activity. The rain sent the group inside. Sixth grader Alecia Holst carefully gives 5-year-old Megan Shilton a heart on the cheek. Getting into the moonwalk was wet, but, one inside the weather didn't matter. These stocking-footed elementary boys were bouncing. For Classified Action-Ads CALL —— TtTTt r z t F t t7v GREENHOUSE FPJ "T- Acres of Growing Beauty — All Under One Roof'' 7 945-9554 Perennials Annuals Vegetables Mixed Pots Hanging Baskets Strawberry Jars and More! Open: Monday-Friday 9-8; Saturday 9-6 Just 2 miles south of Caledonia on M-37 • 795-8811 Five-year-old Haley Bobitz is tickled by the antics of her dad. Ron. as he gets her prize pinwheel to spin. �Page 16 / The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / May 10. HMM Middleville comes back to down Godwin Heights The Middleville baseball team scored seven runs in the final three innings to defeat Godwin Heights in baseball 9-8, May 6. The win raises the Trojans to 2-4 in the O-K Blue and 3-10 overall. The Trojan team finished its comeback when Dwight Wade led off the bottom of the seventh with a double. He scored on an RBI single by Tim Keizer. Mike Mrozinski boarded on an error and Keizer went to third. Both moved up on a passed ball and Rich Hiler hit the game­ winning single to bring Mrozinski across the plate. The comeback started in the fifth with the Middleville team down 5-2. Nate Bundy did a Kirk Gibson imitation by shooting a two-run blast over center field Jason Clinton followed it up in the sixth with a tower­ ing two-run slug over the left-field fence. Bundy registered his first win of the season after com­ ing in to pitch the final two innings in relief of Brad Williams. Williams had given up a run in the first, two in the second and third and was responsible for the three runners on in the sixth when Bundy came in. Middleville had 11 hits and committed four errors in the game and Godwin Heights had seven bits and four er­ rors. In other actin last week, the Trojans lost to Byron Center 5-2, May 2. Bundy took the kiss, giving up seven hits, walking three and striking out two. The weak inning for the Trojans was the fifth when they allowed three runs across the plate for the Bull­ dogs. The Trojans had problems bringing runners across the plate as they stranded seven on seven scattered hits. Only once during the game did Middleville put together back-to-back singles. The Trojans scattered eight runners during the 9-5 loss to Calvin Christian. May 4. Sophomore Jared Novak took the loss going four in­ nings. giving up eight runs on five bits, striking out four and walking only one. He was responsible for the two runners aboard when relieved by Wade in the fifth The big damage was done in the second and third in­ nings as Calvin loaded the bases in the second and the batter stroked a grand slam and in the third Novak sur­ rendered another homer with a man on for six of the nine runs scored by the Squires. Wade was 3-4 at the plate and threw two runners out stealing second and Huyck TK tennis courts to be dedicated May 15 The Middleville commu­ nity will honor Larry Seger, May 15, with the dedication of the tennis courts behind the middle school. The courts, which will be called the Larry L. Seger Community Tennis Courts, will be dedicated on that Sunday afternoon with a re­ ception and dedication taking place beginning at 4 p.m. Coordinators of the of the event request that anyone at­ tending may bring any mem­ orabilia they would like to donate for a scrapbook which is being put together. Scots girls take record to 4-0 in O-K Gold fastest time for a sophomore with a time of 5:18 8 in the 1600-meter run. The Grand Rapids Press is looking for a Newspaper Carrier ...for a small foot route near Bradford White’s, Middleville. FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL KAREN ECHTINAW at: 1-800-878-1411 The Caledonia girls track team defeated Grand Rapid South Christian 70-58, May 3, and Forest Hills Northern 91-31, May 5, to remain perfect in the O-K Gold at 40. Placing first for the Lady Scots versus the Lady Sailors were: Wendy Faber in the 100-meter dash at 13.5 seconds and the 200-meter dash at 28.2 seconds; Karyn Duba in the 1600-meter run at 4:58.8 and 800-meter run at 2:19.3 for new school records; Barb Warner in the 400-meter dash at 1:02.3 and Shannon Houseman in the 3200-meter run at 11:4.8. The relay teams which won were the 3200-meter team of Beth Parbel, Barb Warner, Sarah Parbel and Houseman at 9:56.1 and the 1600-meter team of Sarah Parbel. Jill Hofmann. Warner and Duba. Taking first against the Huskies were: Houseman in the long jump with a leap of 14 feet, 2 1/2 inches. Missy Dykgraaf in the 100-meter hurdles at 17.6, Kelly Mulder in the 100-meter dash at 13.3 and in the 200-meter dash at 28.6, Sarah Parbel in the 1600-meter run at 5:18.8 for a new sophomore record. Duba in the 400-meter dash at 1:00.1 and the 3200-meter run with a new school record time of 10:57.5, Dorothy Benham m the 300-hurdles at 52.2 and Audrey Warner in the 800-meter run at 2:27.6. The relay team of Andrea Sbomier, Alison Knapp, Hatnck and Bloem won the 3200-meters at 11:20.9 and the 1600-meter team of Sarah Parbel. Hofmann, Warner and Dorothy Benham won with a time of 4:27.9. had three hits. Steve Austin had a two-run single in the third, when Middleville scored four of its runs. Twice with the bases loaded, a Middleville baiter struck out and according to coach Tim PennfiekL this is what keeps the Trojans from winning games. "We have to get better at bringing the run­ ners around." he said. "We were right in the game against a team tied for first in the O-K Blue, but we weren’t able to get the runners around.” TK girls track now 3-2 with loss to Calvin Christian, win at Byron Center The Middleville girls track team defeated Byron Center 74-54. May 2, but fell to Calvin Christian 90-38 May 4. The split moves the I^dy Trojans to 3-2 in the O-K Blue. Carla Ploeg took home four fist-place finishes as she won the long jump, 100-, 200- and 400-meter dashes. Jessica Van Amen scored two first-place finishes with wins in the 800- and 1600-meter runs. Also taking individual firsts were Ken Koehn in the 100 hurdles and Sarah Allore in the 3200-meter run. The relay teams placing first were: Allore, Sarah Matson. Jamie Smith and W’endy Wisniewski in the 3200 meters; Jenna Shook, Erin VanderSloot, Matson and Laura Reed in the 400 meters and Smith, Wisniewski. Matson and VanAmen in the 1600 meters. Placing second against By­ ron Center was Maison in the 400 meters. Koehn in the 300-meter hurdles. Stephanie Potter in the 3200-meter run. Shannon Pagano in the discus and Shook in the shot put. Finishing third were Wis­ niewski in the 1600 meters. VanderSloot in the 800 me­ ters and Reed in the 200-me­ ter dash. Finishing first against Calvin Christian were Ploeg in the long jump and the 400meter dash, VanAmen in the 1600-meter run. Allore in the 3200-meter run and Jamie Smith. Wisniewski. Matson and Allore in the 3200-meter relay. Ploeg placed second in the 100- and 200-meter dashes and VanAmen was second in the 800-meter run. Shook took third in the discus. Koehn was third in the 100 hurdles. Reed was third in the 100-meter dash and Wisniewski was third in the 1600-meter run. The tram will host Hamil­ ton tomorrow (May 11) and travel to Comstock Park May 13. TK boys tracksters win two in 0-K Blue; go to 4-1 The Middleville boys track team slipped by Byron Center 69-68, May 2, and Calvin Christian 76-63, May 4, to lock up two more wins in its quest for a league championship. Taking wins from Byron Center were: Todd Winsma in the 100-meter hurdles, Brad Enders in the 1600- and 3200-meter runs, Ed Solomon in the 400-meter dash, Keith Potts in the 300meter hurdles, Jim Cole in the discus, Darren Van Elst in the shot put and Matt Polhemus in the pole vault. Relay teams taking first were the 800-meter team of Solomon, Shawn Davis, Thad Otto and Brian Syswerda and the 1600 team of Potts, Otto, Davis and Winsma. Placing second were: Potts, in the 110-meter hurdles, Solomon in the 100-meter dash. Winsma in the 300meter hurdles, Jason Van Elst in the shot put and Keith Nelson in the high jump. Placing third were: Jeremy Aardema in the 110-mcter hurdles, Syswerda in the 400 meters, Solomon in the 200meter and Matt Send in the long jump. In the victory over Calvin Christian, Van Elst won the discus and the shot put and Polhemus won the pole vault in the field events. Taking firsts on the track were: Winsma in the 1 IO­ meter hurdles, Solomon in the 400-meter dash, Potts in the 300-meter hurdles, the 400-meter relay team of Solomon, Syswerda, Otto and Jacob Dussia and the 1600-meter team of Otto, Davis, Winsma and Potts. Finishing second were Van Elst in the shot put and dis­ cus, Polhemus in the long jump. Nelson in the high jump, Dussia in the pole vault, Solomon in the 100 meters. Davis in the 800 me­ ters, Winsma in the 300-mcter hurdles and lenders in the 3200-meter run. Taking third were: Roger Perez in the discus, Aardema in the discus, Enders in the 1600-meter run and Syswerda in the 4(X>- meter run. TK JV softball starts May 14 The Middleville junior var sity softball team ended last week with a 14 record beating Lee 20-18. Great pitching efforts came from Ken Jeurink and Amber Frost. 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Ml I May 10, 1994 I Page 17 Scots running away from pack in O-K Gold Depth is the key to Cale­ donia’s 6-0 record and 3-0 tally in the OK Gold as the Fighting Scots track and field team defeated Forest Hills Northern 112-25, May 5, and South Christian 84-53. May 2. The team also placed fourth, two points behind Rockford, with 60 1/2 points in the Greenville Relays. Sat­ urday In the win over FHN, win­ ning first place in Held events were: Keith Bohez in the long jump with a leap of 18 feet, 5 1/2 inches; Jason Bush in the discus with a throw of 118' 4" and Brian Nowak in the pole vault with a height of 12' 6". Winning the relays were the 3200-mctcr team of Ben Thompson, Dave Vanden­ berg, Pete Parbel and Eric Snyder with a time of 9:15.7; the 800-meter team of Jason King. Bohez, John Winquest and Joe Niang with a time of 1:36.0; the 400-meter team of King. Bohez, Winquest and Jon Oldfield with a time of 45.7 and the 1600-me ter team of Adam Paarlberg. Matt Postman, Chris Alien and Winquest with a time of 3:38.6. Individual winners on the track were: King in the 100meter dash at 11.4; Parbel in the 1600-meter run at 4:29,7. Allen in the 400-meter dash at 53.7; Nowak in the 300hurdles at 45.2; King in the 200-me ter dash at 23.8 and Thompson in the 3200-me ter run at 10:05.0. Winning in the field events at South Christian were: Bo­ hez in the long jump with a leap of 19’ 9"; Bush in the discus with a throw of 122' 8" and Adam Paarlberg in the pole vault with a height of 12'. Winning in the relays were: the 3200-meter team of Thompson. Potgeter. Ben Lillie and Parbel at 8:39.4; the 800-meter squad of King Bohez, Winquest and Niang at 1:33.6 and the 1600-me ter crew of Potgeter, Allen. Paarlberg and Postma at 3:42.9. Individual winners were: King in 100-meter dash at 11.4; Lillie in the 1600-meters at 4:36.4; Nowak in the 300 hurdles and Potgeter in the 800-meter run. A special win, according to John Soderman. was the win by Parbel when he finished in first in the 3200-meter run. He clocked across the line in 9:42.8, three full seconds faster than the previous record set 17 years ago by Don Passenger. Showing the depth of the team, Potgeter came in at 9:52.8, eight seconds off the old school record. At the Greenville Relays the only Caledonia team to finish first was the 12,800 meter team of Parbel, Thompson. Vandenberg and Todd Striplin. The team fin­ ished with a time of 43:21.7. The 3200-meter team of Potgeter, Thompson, Lillie and Parbel and the 800-meter team of King, Bohez, Niang and Winquest finished with times of 8:31.0 and 1:35.2 respectively. The "team of Niang (who ran 100 meters), Oldfield (200). Postma (300) and Allen (400) finished with a time of 2:09.5. Grand Rapids Christian won the relays with a score of 83. followed by ReesePuffer with 65 and Rockford with 62 1/2. Nine teams participated in the relays. Pete Parbel takes the baton from Dave Vandenberg in the 3200-meter relay in the the Scots won 9:15.7. Scots nettertake down Grandville The Caledonia tennis team had to battle what coach Sam Wilkinson called a "tough Grandville team," to take a 52 win in the O-K Gold show­ down. Winning at first single was Jason Chrisman 6-4, 6-3 and taking the win at No. 2 sin­ gles was Chris Snoap with a straight set shut out 6-0, 6-0. Eric Rogers won his first set 6-4, but then dropped the next two 6-4, 6-4 al third sin­ gles. Wilkinson said he played a good match and tried hard but that the Grandville player also put forth a strong effort. David Larsen won at fourth singles 6-3,6-2. The No. 1 doubles team of Marc VanderVelde and Jared |8 J.R.’s Classic Clean “LEAVE THE DETAILS TO US” Auto & Boat Detailing I and Mobile Home Wash | Wash & wax complete interior. Detailing I & engine degrease. $500 Off DETAIL?1" With This Coupon • Expires Aug 31 "For passenger cars only. 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Bntt Harabunia and Katie Polhemus combined for the three tallies in textbook fashion, only to see the Scots return the three-goal favor in the second half for a 4-3 victory. On May 3 the Trojans hosted Forest Hills Northern and outlasted the Huskies 1-0 behind a Katie Polhemus goal from an assist by Rachel DeVormer The shutout *as the fifth for senior goalkeeper Tracy Wiennga TK s overall record is 6-4-1 (3-3 tn conference) as it hosts East Grand Rapids on Wednesday and visits RockkMd uo Thurviay- The team goes into the OK Gold tournament next Sat­ urday and Wilkinson said his kids should do as good as second place in the tourney. J 4550 92nd St. ■ Caledonia, MI 49316 I I I John R. Nagel 891-8394 Please call for pricing and appointment. OPEN 8-6 Monday Friday, Saturday by Appointment COUPON Lawn Care & Maintenance Equipment • • • • • Rollers Thatcher Tillers Chippers Lawn Sprayers Party Canopies, Tables & Chairs 4WD Tractor w/Loader..................................... H3000 day 3 PT Hitch Rototiller....................................... *7500 day Landscape Rake................................................. *3500 day Rear Blade........................................................... *3500 day Gill Pulverizer......................................... »5O00 day Bobcat Skidsteer Loader ................................ H3000 day Trencher......................................... H0 Mini Excavator (8 foot)............................... H5500day DatMryi Caledonia Rent All HC1 Up WmCw 9818 Cherry Valley Ave . (M-37) Caledonia • 616-891-0050 ISMtet Ope*' MoroorSat jfQQy 5 a - 's39 c -_____> within $30°° �Page 18 / The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I May 10, 1994 TK softball team shuts out Byron Center Traci Campbell pitched a one-hitter against Byron Cen­ ter, May 2, as the Middleville varsity softball team upped its O-K Blue Conference record to 3-1 with the 11-0 shut out. The team’s overall record is 11-2. In another conference game played April 29, the Lady Trojans had a 9-2 victory over Lee with Campbell three-hitting the Rebels Campbell's record stood at 5-2 with an earned run aver­ age of 1.615 after the Lee game. Campbell gave up one hit and two walks in the game and struck out six of the By­ ron Center players. Mid­ dleville scored its 11 runs on only six hits. Becky Holwerda went 3-4 at the plate and Amanda Os­ born was 1-2 in official at bats. Jaime Straier had a triple and Joy Smith notched a two bagger. The Lady Trojans, in 13 games have out scored oppo­ nents 113-32 this season. Leading the team batnngwise is Straier. who holds a 429 average, followed by Holwerda with a .413 and Smith, who s hitting .400. Osborne s fielding percent­ age is a high .986. The Lady Trojans play at Hamilton, tomorrow (May 11) and host Kelloggsville. Friday, in a pair of O-K Blue showdowns. Charter Township of Caledonia Caledonia, Michigan 49316 "At the Growing Edge of Kent County" NOTICE Of PUBLIC HEARING The Caledonia Township Planning Committee will hold a public hearing to consider the following request: APPLICANTS: Steve & Shannon Gould REQUEST: Special land use for a home occupation to allow a pottery studio with an associated display and sales area pursuant to Section 5.3 (b) and Section 3.35 of the Zoning Ordinance. LOCATION: 7777 Burrstone Drive PP# 41-23-10-400-010 PUBLIC HEARING DATE: May 16, 1994 TIME: 7:30 P.M. LOCATION: Caledonia Township/Village Hall 250 Maple St. Caledonia, Ml 49316 All information relative to this request may be reviewed in the office of the Township Planner, located at 250 Maple St., Caledonia during normal business hours. Interested persons may attend the public hearing and be heard with regard to the requested amendment and/or send written comments to the Caledonia Township Offices, P.O. Box 296, Caledonia, Ml 49316. Dated: May 3, 1994 Caledonia Township Planning Commission (110) CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP BOARD Moy 3. 1994 A special meeting of the Caledonia Township Soard was colled to order at 7:05 p.m. Present: Garbow Snyder R. DeVries. Jousma. Gould. Ab­ sent: Dieleman. J. DeVries PA 116 WITHDRAWAL Withdrawal for Mr John Dec mody at 5272 — 68th St. was reviewed. Discussion was held. Moved Jousma. support Gould to approve resolution to ter minate Farmland Development Rights Agreement. Ayes Snyder. R. DeVries, Jousma. Gould. Garbow. Motion Carried. M37 76 ST SEWER SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT Ex piano ♦ion of cost increas* of 11.44% per REU on the costs of the Southern district. Concern with the result of this allocation is ♦hot the Certificate a* to Benefit from Public Improvements ex­ ecuted by eoch of the property owners in the special assess­ ment district, acknowledged the estimated special assessment plus an increase of no more than on additional 10%“ if the estimated cost is exceeded. Discussion was held on reducing eoch REU $36 00 for both the North and South district. The overall reduction of $36 per REU equals $45,000 which will not be evidenced by a special assess ment. A debt service charge of $1.25 per quarter per REU would generate approximately $80,000 over 20 years. Moved Jousma. support Garbow to support Call for Sun & News Action Ads PHONE LAST DAY OF REGISTRATION SCHOOL ELECTION 795-3345 BARRY, ALLEGAN, KENT AND IONIA COUNTIES, MICHIGAN TO THE ELECTORS OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT: Please Take Notice that the annual school election of the school district will be held on Monday, June 13, 1994. THE LAST DAY ON WHICH PERSONS MAY REGISTER WITH THE APPROPRIATE CITY OR TOWNSHIP CLERKS, IN ORDER TO BE ELIGIBLE TO VOTE AT THE ANNUAL SCHOOL ELECTION CALLED TO BE HELD ON MONDAY, JUNE 13, 1994, IS MONDAY, MAY 16, 1994. PERSONS REGISTERING AFTER 5 O’CLOCK IN THE EVENING ON MONDAY, MAY 16, 1994, ARE NOT ELIGIBLE TO VOTE AT THE ANNUAL SCHOOL ELECTION. Persons planning to register with the respective city or township clerks must ascertain the days and hours on which the clerks’ offices are open for registration. This Notice is given by order of the board of education. WANDA G. HUNT Secretary, Board of Education public hearing to be held on May 18 1994 at 7:15 p.m. Ayes: Jousma. Gould Garbow. Snyder. R DeVries. Motion Carried. OTHER BUSINESS Pump repair from Compau Lake. District Library representative Moved Garbow support Jousma. to recommend Ann Mulder to represent Caledonia Township as a nominee. Ayes; Gould Garbow Snyder R DeVries Jousma Motion Carried Moved Snydor. support Jousma to adjourn at 8 55 p.m. Respectfully submitted. Patricio Snyder . Clerk (109) THE YANKEE SPRINGS TWP. PLANNING COMMISSION — will hold a — PUBLIC HEARING on Saturday, June 4,1994 at the Township Hall STARTING AT 9:00 A.M. The purpose of the hearing is to receive public comments on several revisions to the present zoning ordinance. These revisions include: additional defini­ tions; several new zoning districts — for lakefront property, three commercial dis­ tricts, a light industrial district; provisions foi “Planned Unit Developments”, and condo­ miniums; provisions to allow the splitting of large pieces of property; revised sign regula­ tions; new fence and barrier regulations; new site plan review requirements; revised private road requirements and a private road main­ tenance agreement. The Planning Commission reserves the right to make changes In this proposed ordinance based upon comments received from the public either in writing or verbally during the public hearing. Yankee Springs Township will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed material being considered at the hearing upon five (5) days notice to the Yankee Springs Township Clerk Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Yankee Springs Township Clerk by writing or calling the Clerk at the address or telephone number listed herein. Harvey E. Vander Bee, Clerk 284 N. Briggs Road Middleville, Ml 49333 Telephone 795-9091 (108) TO THE RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS OF YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP. BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN and OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS; NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION NOTICE OF LAST DAY OF REGISTRATION OF THE ELECTORS OF... Thornapple Kellogg school Supervisor s recommendation to reduce the per REU cost by $36 in ♦he proposed Special Assess­ ment Roll for the M-37 76th Street Sewer Special Assess­ ment District. Ayes: R. DeVries Jousma Garbow Noyes Gould Snyder. Motion Carried. Discussion was held on roll for pub«c hearing. Moved Gould, support R DeVries to approve resolution for amendment of special assessment district op provol of estimates of costs; determination of special assess ment district; filling of special assessment roll for special assessment district; notice of May 19, 1994 7:30 p.m. Yankee Springs Township Hall 284 N. Briggs, Middleville, Ml 49333 Purpose: To consider request from Julia Wolowicz to rezone property at 11525 Cobb Lake Rd. from Agricultural to Residential Low Density and to change the Master Plan Legal Description: A parcel of approximately 4 acres located in Section 17 of Yankee Springs Township at 11525 Cobb Lake Rd. Com­ plete description available at Township Hall. Parcel #08164)17-021-00 Owner of Record: Julia Wolowicz 11525 Cobb Lake Rd., Middleville, 49333 Date; Time: Place: Material pertaining to the above subject may be examined at the township hall by appointment with the clerk. Yankee Springs Township will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed material being con­ sidered at the hearing upon five (5) days notice to the Yankee Springs Township Clerk. Individuals with disabilities requmng auxiliary aids or services should contact the Yankee Springs Township Clerk by writing or calling the Clerk at the address or telephone number listed herein Harvey E. Vander Bee, Cleric Telephone 795-9091 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I May 10. 1994 I Page 19 AMENDMENTS TO THE THORNAPPLE TOWNSHIP ZONING ORDINANCE As Adopted by the Thornapple Township Board at their regular meeting of April 11, 1994 Amend Section 3.28 3.28 MINERAL EXTRACTION AND PROCESSING The removal, processing, loading and/or transporting of topsoil, sand, gravel, or other such minerals on, to or from a lot, tract or parcel of land, for commercial purposes in excess of 1,000 cubic yards per year Mineral extraction and processing shall also include any maintenance performed on any machinery or equipment used in such removal, processing, loading and/or transporting Amend Section 15.02: Add after first sentence in Section 15.02C. Upon receipt of an application for a special land use involving Mineral Extraction and Processing, the Plan­ ning Commission shall mail notice of the hearing to the Village of Middleville and the Barry County Health Department and the Barry County Road Commission, provided, however, that any failure to provide notice to the Village. Health Department or Road Commission shall not invalidate any proceeding or action of the Planning Commission. Amend Section 15.06 L: L. Mineral Extraction and Processing: 1. Standards a Permits for mineral extraction and processing shall be In the names of both the operator and the landowner (hereinafter, "permit holder”) b It shall be the responsibility of the permit holder to use ecological conservation practices for all areas used for excavation c. No business or industrial buildings or structures of a permanent nature shall be erected except in the industrial district d The Planning Commission may require that part or all of the operation be screened and that adequate security measures and fencing be provided. In addition, appropriate screening in accordance with Section 4 17 may be required on any side e. (I) No excavation shall occur within 100 feet of a road right-of-way The Planning Commission may allow excavation within this minimum set back area as part of the reclamation process provided no excavation is allowed within 50 feet of any road rlght-of way No excavation shall occur within 200 feet of an off-site residence No excavation shall be within 100 feet of a property line Planning Commission may allow excavation within Its mimlmum set back area as part of the reclamation process provided no excavation is allowed within 25 feet of any property line The Planning Commission may also allow mineral extraction within the minimum set backs set forth above if those residents and property owners abutting that portion of the site affected by the minimum set backs consent in writing. (li) No processing of minerals, including washing, sorting, grating, grading, crushing, etc. shall be conducted within 500 feet of any off-site residence or within 300 feet of any property line. The Planning Commission may permit proces­ sing to be located within the set back requirements if, due to environmental or topo­ graphical featurs, such location will create less adverse impact than strict compliance with the set back requirements. f. Noise and vibration shall be minimized in their effect upon adjacent properties by the utilization of modern equipment designed to accomplish such minimization and by the proper use of berms, walls and natural planting screens. All equipment shall be maintained and operated in such manner so as to eliminate, as far as practicable, excessive noise and vibrations which are not necessary in the operation of such equipment. g. Air pollution in the form of dust and dirt shall also be kept to a minimum by the use of modern equipment and methods of operation designed to avoid any excessive dust or dirt or other air pollution injurious or substantially annoying to adjoining property owners Interior and adjoining roads used in the operations shall have their surface treated to minimize any such nuisance Ingress and egress to a public right-of-way shall be paved with asphalt or concrete for a distance of 200 feet from the property line h The operation of mineral extraction and processing shall be restricted to the hours of 7 a m until 6 p m Monday through Friday and 7 a.m. to 12 pm on Saturday. No operations shall be conducted on Sundays or legal holidays, or at any time over the Memorial Day or Labor Day weekend, or the Independence Day weekend if July 4 falls on a Monday or Fnday. The operation hours, days, seasons or months may be further restncted by the Planning Commission in order to minimize nui­ sance impacts on neighbors or for public safety considerations with respect to the use of roads i. All truck operations shall be directed away from residential streets whenever practical j. In approving the processing area, the Planning Commission may require berms and/or other screening to reduce sound or vibration impact on neighboring properties k. Reclamation and rehabilitation of mined areas shall be accomplished progressively as the area is being mined. Exclusive of processing ano storage areas not more than 10 acres of the -mended project area may be disturbed at one time Substantial comple­ tion of reclamation and rehabilitation shall be effected within one year after the termination of mining or excavation activity tn each area l. The banks of all excavations shall be sloped to the water line in a water-producing excavation, and to the pit floor in a dry operation at a final stope which shall not be steeper than one foot vertical to four feet horizontal m. Top soil of a quality equal to that occurring naturally in the area shall be replaced on excavated areas not covered by water, except where streets, beaches or other planned improvements are to be completed within a 1-year period. Where used, top soil shall be applied to a minimum depth of 4 inches sufficient to support vegetation n. Vegetation similar to that which existed prior to the excavation shall be restored by the appearance seeding of grasses or the planting of trees and shrubs to establish a permanent vegetative cover on the land surface and to minimize erosion. o. Upon cessation of mining operations by abandon­ ment or otherwise, the operation company, within a reasonable period of time not to exceed 12 months thereafter, shall remove all plant structures, found­ ations. buildings, stockpiles and equipment, pro­ vided that buildings and structures which have a function under the reclamation plan and which can be lawfully used under the requirements of the zoning district in which they will be located may be retained. p No special use permit for mineral extraction or processing shall exceed a term of two»(2) years In any request for extension or renewal of a miner al extraction and processing special use permit, the Planning Commission shall take into considerationany violations of restrictions during the prece­ ding period. 2. Inspection fees. For the purpose of reimbursing the Township for inspections, monitoring, administration and enforcement of this Ordinance with respect to the permit holder, and in view of the relative impossibility of calculating and precisely anticipating amounts to be required for such purpose, the permit holder shall, upon approval of the special use. and prior to commencing operation, make an initial deposit of an amount determined by the Township to be sufficient to provide for the cost of regular and/or extraordinary inspections, monitoring and enforcement, as required including reasonable fees for attorneys, engineers and/or other experts, to insure compliance with this ordinance to the Township. The Township treasurer shall hold such amount in an interest bearing account for the permit holder for each approved special use. Interest earned will accrue to the account held in the name of the permit holder The fee requirement shall be determined on a monthly basis and paid out of said account, and shall be equal to the aggregate of the statements and invoices to the Township for all costs and expenses incurred which are reasonably related to Inspections, monitoring, administration and enforcement of this Ordinance. The fee requirement shall be invoiced to the permit holder on a monthly basis, and shall be paid to the Township within thirty (30) days. Upon receipt, the payment shall be disbursed as follows: the amount equal to the statements and invoices shall be credited to the permit holder s account, to reimburse the amounts paid out, as aforementioned The amount on account with the Township in connection with the permit holder shall be maintained at a minimum of the amount determined by the Township to be sufficient to provide for the Township's cost of regular and/or extraordi­ nary inspections, monitoring and enforcement, as required, including reasonable fees for attorneys, engineers and/or other experts, to insure compliance with this ordinance. The permit holder shall be invoiced immediately for the deficiency and such amount shall be paid within thirty (30) days. 3. Performance Bond: Insurance a. Bond. The mining operation shall not commence until such time as the permit holder has posted with the Township Clerk a performance bond in an amount determined by the Planning Commission, following recommendation of its experts, to be reasonably necessary to ensure reclamation. The bond shall be in the form of cash, an irrevocable letter of credit issued by a banking or savings and loan institution licensed to do business in the State of Michigan, or corporate surety bond issued by a company licensed for such purposes in the State of Michigan The conditions of such bonds shall be that, if the permit holder has satisfactorily reclaimed the property being the subject of the special use permit in accordance with the approved reclamation plan, the performance bond shall be returned to the permit holder; otherwise, the Township shall have a right to use the performance bond to the extent necessary to reclaim the property and to cover the costs of enforcing and bringing about compliance with this Ordinance, including reasonable attorney’s fees. Irrevocable letters of credit and corporate surety bonds shall be in forms approved by the Township’s attorneys. The performance bor.d shall remain within the Township until the parcel or parcels have been reclaimed, and all equipment, machinery, materials, buildings and other operation related improve­ ments removed as required by this Ordinance and/ or by the terms of the special use permit In the establishment of the amount of the performance bond, the Planning Commission shall take into account the size and scope of the proposed operation, the current and projected costs of reclamation in the event of default by the operator at such time as it is likely to be most costly, and other such conditions and factors as might be relevant in determining a sum reasonable m light of all the facts and circumstances The Planning Commission, in considering any applica­ tion to renew the special use permit, may in its discretion, increase or decrease the amount of the performance bond, based upon increased costs, new information, or partial reclamation In the event that the permit holder chooses to post cash m lieu of an irrevocable letter of credit or corporate bond as provided above, such cash may be deposited in an interest bearing account in control of the Township at a bank or savings and loan institution satisfactory to the Township, provided that ail sums of deposit shall be readily accessible to me Township m the event of need Such interest snail accrue for the benefit of the permit holder, or be paid to the permit holder b. Insurance. Insurance shall be a pre-condition to commencement of operations, and maintenance in full force and effect of insurance shall be a pre-condition to the right to continue operations. The permit holder shall provide personal injury and property damage insurance for the project to be carried by an insurance company licensed to do business in the State of Michigan during all times which any reclamation is left to be done, and all times any machinery and/or equipment remains on the site, or any structures, equipment or improvements to be removed remain on the site, said insurance to contain a hold-harmless clause regarding liability of the Township resulting from mineral extraction or processing This insurance shall be carried in amounts no less than One Million Dollars ($1,000,000.00) for personal injury, and not less than One Million Dollars ($1,000,000 00) for injury and damage to more than one person's property arising out of single occurrence This insurance shall cover injury or damage occurring upon the site of the operations, as well as injures or damage occurring upon adjoining property as the result of conditions of activities conducted upon the subject property Add Section 15.07: 15.07 VIOLATION OF RESTRICTIONS; SUSPENSION AND/OR REVOCATION In the event the Planning Commission shall determine that a violation of any restriction or condition imposed by this Ordinance or by the Planning Commission has occurred with respect to any special land use. the Planning Commission may suspend or revoke such speical land use. the Planning Commission may suspend or revoke such special land use permit. The Planning Commission shall consider with respect to any such action the number of past and current violations and the seriousness of such violations. 18.03 SITE PLAN REQUIREMENTS N. For mineral extraction and processing, the site plan shall also provide: I. all existing structures within 500 feet of the subject property's boundary; ii. the location and direction of all water courses and flood control channels and, if excavation will intersect a groundwater aquifer, the location and flow of groundwater which may be affected by the mineral removal operations; iii. existing elevations of the lands at contour Intervals of not more than five feet, iv. typical cross sections no more than 200 feet apart showing the estimated extent of overburden, esti­ mated extent of mineral material located in or on the lands, and the water table; v. mineral processing and storage areas; vi proposed fencing, gates, parking areas and signs, vii. roads for Ingress to and egress from the lands, Including on-site roads and portions thereof to be paved, other areas to be used for movement of vehicles and a description of the proposed measures to limit dust generated by mineral removal activities and movement of vehicles; vili. a map showing access routes between the subject lands and the nearest county primaiy arterial road; lx. areas to be used for ponding; x. a narrative description and explanation of the pro­ posed mineral removal operations and activities, In­ cluding the date of commencement proposed hours and days of operation, estimated type and quantity of mineral material to be removed, description of extrac tion and processing methods, including proposed equipment and the noise rating of each type thereof, and a summary of the procedures and practices which will be used to insure compliance with the conditions of Section 15.06L; xi. a site rehabilitation plan including the following. (a) a description of planned site rehabilitation and end-use or end-uses, including methods of accomplish­ ment, phasing and timing; (b) a plan showing final grades of the lands as rehabil iated, at contour intervals not exceeding five feet, water courses, ponds or lakes, if any; landscaping and plantings, areas of cut and fill; and all of the components of the proposed end-use or end-uses; and (c) a description of proposed methods or features which will insure that the end-use or end-uses are feasiable and will comply with the Township’s Master Plan and all applicable requirements of this Ordinance xii. An environmental assessment by a qualified profes­ sional, including the following: (a) a current aerial photograph, at a scale of not less than 400 feet to the inch, displaying the lands proposed for mineral extraction and processing and all other lands within 990 feet thereof, and also mapping showing the location of current land uses, types and extent of existing natural features, topography, soils, vegetation, and other items or land features noted in the environmental assess­ ment; (b> a detailed description of any known, anticipated or possible adverse or detrimental effects upon any aspect or element of the environment, including both the lands proposed for mineral extraction and processing and surrounding lands, and (c) a detailed description of the amount and source of water to be used in processing, and the anticipated means and location of treatment and disposal of such water following use I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and complete copy of an Ordiance adopted by the Thornapple Township Board at a regular meeting held on the day first stated above, and I further certify that public notice of such meeting was given as provided by law Donna Kenyon Thorn apple Township Clerk �Page 20 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / May 10, 1994 For Salt Call for Classifieds... 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According to the council's resolution, however, this rate is subject to reconsideration and reduction after C-Tec fur­ nishes additional information requested by the village's ca­ ble rate consultant. The action followed a pub­ lic hearing with no public comment. Village legal counsel James Brown explained that C-Tec has failed to provide any of its municipal subscribers the in­ formation they need to evalu­ ate and set cable rates, an au­ thority granted to local gov­ ernments upon application to the Federal Communications Commission. Caledonia, therefore, is not the only municipality with in­ adequate information, Brown said. The village's cable rate con­ sultant suggested a maximum cable rale of $9.87, compared to C-Tec’s $10.65 for the same "basic tier" of services. However. Brown said both he and the consultant agreed that it was not worth getting into an "adversary" position with C-Tec over so small a rate dif­ ference: "...it is better to allow the proposed rates, but make any such determination subject to refund to the cable subscribers in the village, and subject to future reduction of the proposed rates, if, based on further review, the council enters an order reducing the proposed rates." Brown pointed out that other cable conqianies have shown no hesitation to sue municipalities over cable rates, lie also toW the council that the FCC itself may even require C-Tec to lower its rates. The council approved the resolution to accept C-Tec's proposed rate 6-1. but with the provision Brown suggested, that village subscribers would be reimbursed if future infor­ mation from the company or action from the FCC resulted in a rate reduction. In other action last week the Village Council: • Approved spending no more than $10,645 to Patches Blacktop for repairs to local and major village streets. The work is subject to the supervi­ sion and inspection by Street Commissioner Dan Erksine and DPW employee Buff Rodgers. • Amended the Village Centre Planned Unit Development ordinance to allow the construction of an NBD branch bank. (See related story.) • Approved a donation of $200 to the July Fourth cele­ bration. • Approved purchase of a new copier for the village of­ fice at a cost of $3567. • Authorized the clerk to send letters to businesses vio­ lating the village ordinance banning the use of "tempo­ rary" or portable signs for permanent use. • Discussed the May 25 Mayor's Exchange Day with the village of Concord. • Appointed a committee of Chuck Audy, Dan Erskine and Judy Kidder to look at the costs of services for the new Glen Valley development and find out how other municipal­ ities handle costs for such large developments. This year's Memorial Day parade in Middleville again will honor all veterans who died in the service of their country. The day is May 30; step off is at 10:15 a m. Middleville Memorial Day parade set for May 30 The annual Memorial Day parade in Middleville is scheduled to step off at 10:15 a.m. on Monday. May 30 from the Thomapplc Kellogg Middle School on Main Street. Organizers are seeking any interested individuals, units, groups or organizations to join in the parade to honor those veterans who made the supreme sacrifice for their country. The route is the same as in previous years, with the march from the middle school to the bridge over the Thomapple River and on to Mt. Hope Cemetery. A short ceremony will be held at the World War 1 monument at the cemetery, along with a rifle salute and a cannon salute from the 1st. Michigan. Battery "A," Light Artillery. A flyover coordinated by Hastings/Barry County Airport Manager Jim Cool will be conducted if weather permits. For more information, or to confirm a place in the parade, call 945-9107. NBD plan accepted by Caledonia TK courts named after Seger Larry Seger, tennis coach at the Thomappte-Kellogg High School had the court behind the middle school named after him in a ceremony. Sunday. Seger has coached varsity tennis for more than 25 years with the school and Scot Marvin, athletic director for T-K, said he hopes he never retires because *1 feel sorry for whoever has follow his record * Fortner tenris players, friends and family showed up at the ceremony Segers first athletic director, Ray Page, in recalled Seger as a youth and expressed his admiration at the teaching abtUty of Seger •What s a coach if not a teacher?* he asked the guests *Seger is a good coach because he is a good teacher * Dan Parker, from the T-K Board of Education, was also on hand to talk about Segers accomplishments The petition to name the newer tennis courts after Seger was started by formers players and parents by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Caledonia soon may have its own "Wall Street." The Caledonia Village Council last week accepted the recommendation of its Planning Commission to al­ low the future construction of a full-service NBD branch bank along M-37. The proposed bank would be located just north of the Hastings City Bank branch and would be part of the Caledonia Village Centre Planned Unit Development (PUD). The action taken by the council was to amend the PUD to allow the bank as proposed tn the site plan ap­ proved by the Planning Com­ mission. According to that plan, customers could reach the new bank by the same service road that provides entries to Old Kent Bank. McDonald's and Hastings City Bank Ernie Childers, property manager for NBD West Michigan, said that while con­ struction might possibly be slated for 1995, there are no specific plans to build at this time. The 4,000-square-foot facil­ ity will provide all services, however, including drivethrough banking and an auto­ matic teller drive-through. Parking will accommodate 35 vehicles. Clerk Jackie Cherry said that public sewer capacity is available for the bank, though the corporation has not yet applied for units. NBD would become the fourth bank in the village, joining State Bank of Caledo­ nia, Old Kent Bank and Hast­ ings City Bank Concord to visit Caledonia in May 25 Mayor’s Exchange Day by Barbara Gall Staff Writer After a year away from the Mayor’s Day Exchange pro­ gram, Caledonia Village will welcome officials from the Village of Concord Wednes­ day, May 25. The day will begin with a reception at the Village/Township Hall at 9:30 am, and Caledonia Council members then will escort their guests on a lour of the area in a school bus donated by the Caledonia Community Schools. Included on the tour will be the State Bank of Caledonia, Caledonia and Concord to exchange mayor’s H & L Manufacturing, MedO-Bloom Dairy Farms, the new middle school, the waste water treatment lagoons, the Village Centre Mall and the new McDonald's, Main Street, the historic Kinsey home now owned by Doug and Karen Mills and the library. In the midst of all this visit­ ing, the lour will stop for a lunch provided at Caledonia High School, with School Su­ perintendent Roberty Myers as host. The guests will have a little time to relax at the home of Jay and Eileen Shook before attending a 5:30 p.m. dinner in their honor at the Caledonia Christian Reformed Church. Concord is a small commu­ nity in south central Michi­ gan, between Albion and Jackson. In This Issue.... • Dutton Christian Golf Outing Drives Down Tuition Costs • 8th Graders Display Academic Skills in ‘Regionals’ • High Tech Enhances Fine Arts at CHS �Page 2 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I May 17. 1994 8th-graders display academic skills in ‘regionals’ bv Barbara (jail Staff Writer ‘Regionals usually refer to sports tournaments, but at Caledonia Middle School last week, students' regional displays were academic rather than athletic In two*week thematic unit, the eighth-graders studied the diverse regions of their own country The structure of the unit, however, required using skills associated with all the core subjects of social studies. English, math and science Parents were invited to see the results of the study at an open house Wednesday evening. In presenting their work. the eighth-graders used a variety of media, from reports and maps, to video ads and display posters The 185 students first were divided into geographic regions, such as the Midwest and New England Then, within each region, the students formed teams of three and four for their projects The teams researched and then wrote imaginary inter­ views with famous people from their region, prepared maps or some other visual aid that showed the region's pro­ ducts. and learned and then displayed the ethnic background and the important events in that region Students also had to figure travel times from Grand Rapids to points in their region, and they made charts and graphs that showed statistics such as crime rates or pollutants that would affect water and recreation areas One group, for example, used graphs to compare crime rales in each state in its region In Texas, they found, a violent crime occurs every 4 1 minutes, compared to every 30.6 minutes in Oklahoma and every 445 minutes in New Mexico. Families visiting the open house could read the brochures and watch the video advertisements filmed by the students to attract tourists to their region Each eighth-grade classroom became a regional center, complete with ap­ propriate decorating The “Southern " room, for instance beckoned visitors to the place where the sun calls your name " "It was fun. Now. I'd like to actually travel to these places." said one student. In case a real vacation was not possible, parents and students could at least travel down the hall to the media Beth Paarlberg, right, shows her parents, Tom and Fonda, the work she did in a thematic study of the geographical regions of the U.S. Behind the Paarlbergs ore some of the charts and graphs prepared by other students for the study. center, where the students served up snacks that represented each region. If you couldn't plan to visit the place "where the sun calls your name." you could at least enjoy some good southern com bread with a cup of coffee. Seven steps to a balanced fitness program CMS eighth-groder Christine Welton displays the map she drew and colored as port of her team s pro­ ject in a thematic study of the Midwest. Christine's mother, Betty, came to see the students' work at an open house last week. MIO Th6e Pl3Ce f°r Vtanninc and nails / U V ' 891-4040 9790 Cherry Valley Road (M-37) Summer is just around the comer, and you want to be in the best shape possible — lean and strong You've mustered up the motivation and com­ mitment to get started. but where do you begin? What are the basics of developing an ef­ fective, balanced exercise program > The National Exercise For Life Institute cites a seven­ step process to achieving lifelong fitness: 1. Find the right form of exercise — Every fitness ex­ pert. personal trainer or fitness enthusiast will tell you the same thing — one of the most important ingredients to success with a fitness program is finding an exercise that you enjoy. This can be referred to as the “Fun Factor!" Whether it is walking, cross-country skiing, aerobic dancing, rowing, swimming or using a piece of in-home exercise equipment in front of the television, make sure you like the activity you choose. Those who enjoy and look forward to their regular exer­ cise are the ones who stick with it and reap the greatest rewards! In addition to finding an ex­ ercise that you enjoy, you should also look for one that provides a good overall workout. Ideal exercise are those that are weight-bearing (meaning that you support your own body weight), utilize all of the body’s major muscle groups,and are lowimpact. If weight loss is your goal, studies have shown that total-body exercise — where you use both your arms and legs at the same time — enables you to bum more calories than when just work­ ing your legs alone. 2. Set realistic goals — The biggest mistake a person can make when starting an exer­ cise program is setting unrealistic goals. When results don't come as quickly as expected, it’s easy to become frustrated, un­ motivated, and to give up the program altogether. Start gradually... one simple goal should be to do a little more each workout. Even if you on­ ly go a quarter-mile further, or two minutes more, each bit of progress will sun to add up For the safest, most per­ manent weight loss, experts recommend losing no more than one or two pounds per week 3. Work in your Target Heart Rate zone, for the ap­ propriate duration — When exercising aerobically, it’s important to make sure that you’re working m your Target Heart Rate THR) zone in order to achieve maximum benefit from your workout. To determine your THR zone, subtract your age from 220. Then figure 60 percent and 85 percent of this number, this is the range of beats per minute that your pulse should be ar during your exercise program Dr. Kenneth Cooper, founder of the world rcknown Cooper Clinic and advisory board member of NEFLI, also recommends the “talk test.” This means that you should be able to maintain a normal con­ versation, whistle or sing while exercising and ex­ perience only a moderate degree of labored breathing. For improved car­ diovascular health, fitness ex­ perts recommend exercising in your THR zone a minimum of three to four times per week for at least 20 minutes each session. For those look ing to lose weight, this should slowly be increased to four to five times per week, for 30 to 60 minutes each session, at a low to moderate intensity. 4. Make sure your pro­ gram is balanced — Aeorbic exercise alone is no longer enough! Fitness actually in­ corporates three elements: Cardiovascular (or aerobic) endurance, flexibility, and muscular strength. Ctxiper says that “balanced fitness can do more to insure a healthy life than anything else known to medical science to­ day!” According to The American College of Sports Medicine, in addition to aerobic exercise, adults should also perform strength training exercises two to three times a week, roughly everyother-day. Strength training not only helps adults retain muscle mass and strength, but keeps the body toned, makes every­ day easier, and plays an im­ portant role in increasing the effectiveness of weight loss efforts In fact, every pound See Seven steps on page 6 STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY in the Caledonia Village WORKER’S COMPENSATION COMMERCIAI.-I IAHII 11 Y �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I May 17, 1994 / Page 3 Proceeds go to educational needs [engagement Dutton Christian golf outing drives down tuition costs by Barbara Gall Staff Writer More than 100 golfers and a score of sponsors supported the Dtitton Christian Ladies Circle in funding the group's annual golf clas»c fund raiser Saturday. Held at Briarwood Golf Club, the outing traditionally offers a variety of golf packages to participants, with all proceeds going for educa­ tional needs of the Dutton Christian schools '‘These funds help keep tui­ tion costs down for our families." explained Co­ chairwoman Denise Die Ic man Last year s outing brought in about $3,500. and the ladies hoped to meet or better that goal this year, said Dieleman and Cochairwoman Jane Owen. "We really appreciate the support we get every year from individuals and local businesses." added Owen Sponsors this year included one Platinum Sponsor, who bid at least $300 for an 18-holc round for four, in­ cluding cart and lunch, dinner for four at the Spinnaker in Grand Rapids and a first-hole lee custom sign. This package traditionally goes to the highest bidder At least seventeen Gold Sponsors donated $175 in return for golf for two with cart and lunch and a custom sign at one of the holes. Bronze Sponsors donated $125 for a sign at a hole. No one had signed up at press time for one of the $150 Silver Sponsor slots, which buys golf for one with cart and lunch and a sign at a hole Individual golfers paid $40 a person or $75 a couple if they registered for the event by April 25. Teachers and students paid $30 or $65 a couple. i Those registering after April 25 paid an extra $10 to play A number of local businesses did not sponsor a hole for the day, but con­ tributed door prizes, such as Ingram-Fowler The Dutton Christian School community enjoyed a sunny day Saturday at Briar­ wood Golf Club, location this year of the annual golf outing sponsored by the Dut­ ton Christian Ladies Circle. Co-chairwomen Denise Dieleman, left, and Jane Owen display the D.C.S. Golf Classic Banner, while young John Dieleman perfects his grip before taking to the links. restaurant dinners and golf ac­ cessories, Dieleman said. The 8 a m shotgun start was followed by a lunch of brats and burgers, an awards ceremony and the distribution of the door prizes Other events included con­ tests for the ball closest to the pin. the longest drive, the longest putt anti a prize for anyone achieving a hole-inone. The golf outing is only one of several fund raisers spon­ sored by the Circle every year to provide educational and recreational equipment for the Dutton Christian Schools. Dollars raised have paid for "whatever the schools need." including computers, tex­ tbooks, sports equipment and playground facilities. Anyone who did not par­ ticipate in the golf outing, but who is interested in con­ tributing to the Circle’s effort, should contact Dutton Chris­ tian School at 698-8660. Lakewood grad wins four medals Heather A. Hengesbach. a 1992 Lakewood graduate, was a four medal winner for Aquinas College in its Na­ tional Association of Inter­ collegiate Athletics (NA1A) Track Districts held at Tri­ State University recently. She also competed at the Grand Valley Invitational, where she placed in three events, in­ cluding a first in the 400-meter relay. Heather has now finished her second year of both indoor and outdoor track for Aquinas. where she was nam­ ed All-Conference for 1993. Heather was also a member of the cheerleading squad at Aquinas for the Basketball season. While at Lakewood, she was a two-year memberof the varsity cheerleding squad and a four-year member of the track team She currently still holds two Lakewood track school records. BINGO Mr and Mrs. James Evans of Kentwood and Mr and Mrs. Edward L. Fowler Sr. of Caledonia are pleased to an­ nounce that the wedding of their children Deborah Sue In­ gram and Edward Lee Fowler Jr. is finally here to make our family complete. This celebration of love will be on the eighteenth of June. Just like a great sand­ wich, it takes a variety of ingredients to make a great bank. A little of this and a slice of that and pretty soon you've got a masterpiece But our bank doesn't experiment with special •ingredients.’ We know what our customers want, and we know how to satisfy their "hunger with great service That's why were a full­ service bank, ready to meet the needs of our customers. Our 24-hour automatic teller frees you to bank at your con­ venience; your money is available whenever you need it we also offer a full line of checking services from NOW accounts to insured money funds Savings accounts for businesses or individuals are avail­ able as well as Certificates of Deposit. And we have personal, auto or home improve­ ment loans available, too. Do we stack Last, but not least, our helpful staff Is here to give you friendly service Put it all together and you have a bank that stacks up with the best of them. Enjoy banking with all the trimmings! Give us a call or stop by today for a taste of our banking. i State Bank of Caledonia Offices in Caledonia, Dutton & Middleville American Ugfea FmW305 9648 Cherry Valley, Caledonia • THURSDAY • Eariy Bird — 6:30 p.m. SORE FEET / ANKLES? i Assignment Accepted! Medicare B.C.B.S., PPO, HMO Diabetics • Adult & Children Foot Problems Ita 627 Main St. Caledonia Ph. 891 8113 3205 68th St S.E. Dutton Ph. 696-6337 303 Arlington Middleville Ph. 795-3361 KENT PODIATRY | ;; [ Welker-Newton Teri Jo Welker and Timothy Patrick Newton will be united in marriage on June 11. 1994 Teri is the daughter of Jean Fox of Alto and Gerald Welker of Mason. Timothy is the son of Douglas and Judy Newton of Wyoming. Teri is a graduate of Thor­ napple Kellogg High School. Tim is a graduate of Rogers High School. J Terrence J. Emiley, D.P.M. 612 Main Street in Caledonia 43 • Call...891-9133 ® Call for Classifieds—Ph. 795-3345 �Page 4 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I May 17, 1994 Neigh b ora with. NORMA VELDERMAN Wasn't that a beautiful rain Wednesday? I hadn't realized how dry it was until we weed­ ed the circle bed in the front yard Wednesday It was dusty and powdery Daughter Jana has been here since last Sunday. It seems so wonderful to have her She came for two weeks this year. She and Dad have had a wonderful time together She has been helping me with the Outspoken program I love tow watch her mind work. She has almost a photographic memory and on­ ly has to scan directions once very quickly and then she can explain it so simply so I get it quicker Of course she has to have me do it over and over before it sticks in my lazy mind. But she is very patient with me Rose and Ken Morgan went out for dinner on Mother s Day Then son Stephen took them out for dinner to celebrate their anniversary and Mother's Day She also heard from each of the other children by phone She had just a wonderful week. Children always make you feel so rich and blessed I heard from most of the children over the weekend. Ann Bartlett said that daughter Katie went to California for a month Mary Martin said that son Larry from Goshen. Ind., and fami­ ly came Mother's Day. Daughter Marilyn and hubby Dennis and family came over for Mother s Day Brother Ed Wiennga was also there Then the men helped fix a new door for Ma nan and general little things that needed fixing. So the whole family had a wonderful weekend Russ Bender went to visit his sister. Florence Dickerson. and daughter Sue on Mother s Day The Thornapple Heritage Society will meet on the fourth Wednesday, May 25. at Jerry and Jack Spencer s home on Bender Road Mike Hook is talking on Lincoln. Jerry also said that daughter Carol Stayton and her daughter. Stacy, came over Day weekend for Mother s Day. Also. Jen­ Betty and Ward Bender had ny and their two children Mother s Day with her family came over Sunday. in Grand Ledge. Then Ward’s Edith Miller went to church family came Sunday night. with her daughter. Sue. and Mary and Kay Noah went granddaughter Then she went up to the cabin over the to Dave and Mary's for din­ weekend ner. Edith said that her grand­ Don and Dorothy Dean son Ene's new baby was there went over this last weekend to and Edith just loved to watch daughter Robin's home to be her great-grandson, four mon­ with their grandsons while ths old. move and view the their parents were away. Don world said that the w hite crown spar­ Nellie and Curt Solomon rows have been there for two went to Gary and Sue’s home weeks Thes are on their for Mother’s Day. migration further north. Thelma Carl said that her We had such a wonderful great nephew had been in the visit Don has so much to hospital for a week, but is now share with me on so mans home, not feeling very well, subjects that I love to visit but at least out of the hospital. with him. We have had rose­ Elaine Northrop said that breasted grosbeak visiting our she had some family there bird feeder. Don told me that Wednesday night for supper. to attract a Baltimore onole. Don and Lois Stauffer went you have to fasten a half of an out to Slippery Rock to visit orange to the tree. Orioles just their son over the Mother's love them. Lib Palmer said that the Rev. Carl Stacer and wife. Teddy, came to visit her in the last few weeks, they came to the funeral of Gill Phillips. Manva's husband. Vingima Root and Betty Newman attended the Ladies Literacy meeting at Tavie Noffke's home Wednesday. Florence Fiala went to Kalamazoo to a grandson's soccer game. Katie Wiennga sid that her stay in Utah for the bowling tournament was so nice. The mountains are so beautiful with their snow and the beautiful valleys. They bowl­ ed fairly well and had a wonderful time. Well, folks. I guess this is all for the week I feel so blessed I am learning so very much from my vision pro­ blem I am challenged every Sw Neighbors. page 5 LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church — Serving a Living Lord SUNDAY...... 9:45 am., 1100a m k 6 00 p m WEDNESDAY....................... Family Fellowship Prayer & Bible Study 7:00 p.m 7240 68th Street, SE — Caledonia 2 mile* east of M-37 Pastor. Rev Brian F Harrison You/li Pastor. Darrel L. Schrock Music, Jeffery C. Vander Heide CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A church with a caring heart for our community and the world" Sunday Services....... 9:30 a m. & 6:00 p.m. M-37 at 100th St., Caledonia, Ml Church Office: (616) 891-1512 Rev. Gerald Van Oyen Al Tiemeyer Community Calling FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville Bruce N. Stewart, Pastor Lee Taylor, Assistant Pastor Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer 6:45 p.m. Word of Life Clubs.................................... 6:45 p.m. WELCOME TO Gaines United Brethren Church Kalamazoo Avenue at 92nd Street Caledonia, Michigan Telephone: 6984252 Pastor Mark Beers Pastor Scott Taylor Reaching People With Christ 8:30 am to 9:30 am — First Worship Service 9:30 am to 9:45 am — Coffee Fellowship 9:45 am to 10 45 am — Sunday School 10 45 am to 11.00 am - Coffee Fellowship 1100 am to 12 00 - Second Worship Service Nursery and Childrens Church will be provided during both services "Set an eiampie In speech, in Me, m love, in faith md in purity " CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH LAKESIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH CHRISTIAN REFORMED 6201 Whitneyville Avenue Sunday School......................... 9:30 a.m.' Sun. Morning Worship........... 10:30 a.m. Evening Service....................... 6:00 p.m. Rev. Bernard Mulder, Pastor 868-6306 LEIGHTON UNITED METHODIST Peace Reformed Church Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Sunday WorJiip Services....... 8:30 or 11:00,6:00 Sunday Morning Worship (Interpreted for hearing impaired)............... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School..................................................11:10 a.tn. Sunday Evening Service............................................. 6:30p.m. Pioneer Club (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday..................... 6:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting - Wednesday...........................7:00 p.m. Youth fellowship - Sunday.............................5.00 p.m. RAY TOWNSEND, Pastor TIM DOUBLESTEIN. Youth Director 708 West Main Street Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Morning Worship Service.............10:00 a.m. Sunday School............................... 11:15 a.m. Evening Worship Service................ 6 00 p.m Phone 891-9259 YOU ARE INVITED Saturday Evening Mass........................ 5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass................ 9 00 a m 4 1100 a m. KETTLE LAKE INDEPENDENT REFORMED Proclaiming the Histone Reformed Faith. Services at 9.30 a m. and 6:00 p.m. Worshipping at Kettle Lake School on Whitneyville Rd South of 68th Street CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST Church School................. 9:30 a.m. Choir Practice ................. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service............. 10:30 a.m. 250 Vine Street Church Office 891-8669 Parsonage 891-8167 Rev. Bobby Dale Whitlock Rev Roger Timmerman. Pastor 795 3667 WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH MIDDLEVILLE and PARMELEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES 8546 Whitneyville Ave at 84th St •891-8661 ‘The Church there everybody b sornebody ana Jesus Christ is Lord" Sunday School...................................... 9 30 a m Sunday Momng Wortfup..................... 10 30 am Sunaov Everwng WorsNp........................600 p m Wea Midweek Prayer 8 Bibie SKidy...... 700 p m me* Dooson AxKr rouhUaaof Mtaeuway UacOt 111 Church Street “God Cares for You” Cornerstone Wesleyan Church Meeting at the Comer of Wood School Rd. and Wing Rd. Sendees — Sunday School . WOO a.m. Morning Worship ............. 1100 a.m. Evening Worship.......... .. ........... 6 00 p.m. Pastor Jeffrey Lee Phone 795-7076 Children s Chunk Youth Wonhip during morning icrvicn, Canway Si puppet ministry for K4th during evening venues Sunday School....................................... 9:45-10:45 Wednesday Night “Family Night’’ 6:45-8:15 Includes Adventure Club, Chinn for Children and Adults, High School Youth Group and Adult Classes For information call: 891-8119 891-8028 MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED Rev. James Cusack Barner Free • M-37 between Caledonia 4 Middleville Parmelee Morning Worship........... 9 30 a.m Middleville Sunday School............ 9 45 a m Middleville Worship...................... 11 00 a m. St. Paul Lutheran Kraft Ave & 84th St.. Caledonia, Ml. (Missouri Synod) "Be devoted to one another in brotherly love." Rom. 12:10 First Service...................................... 8:30 a.m Sunday School . 9 45 a m (Fellowship Coffee 9:45 a m. to 10:00 a.m.) Bible Classes..................................10:00 a m Second Service.............................. 11:00 am. (All Services have a Nursery available) Rev. Robert Gerke Office: 891-8688 Church: 891-9878 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 12200 Chief Noonday Road tai Gun Lake) Wayland, Michigan 49348 • 795-7903 Barrier Free / Programs for AU Ages . Rev. Lynn Wagner — 795-3798 Rev. Caroll Fowler — 765-5316 Church Office Phone — 795-9266 (Ilic CDlrf $imr (Church 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S E. Alto. Michigan 49302 Sunday School............... 10 00 a m. Morning Worship............11 00 a.m. Evening Worship..... „....... 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Grayer Meeting/ Children's Classes........ 7 00 p.m. Rovle Bailard, Pastor - 868-6437 — i Sunday Worship 10:00 am Jk. Sunday School II 15 am Wednesday Family Night” 6:00 p.m. Inipmng, Pouune, ’jsfca. The Reorganized CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST of Latter Day Saints 8146 68th S< near Whitneyville Ave. Church School, * Sunda> io 00 a m gMorning Worship..... 11 00 a.m. ® Evening Worship ...6 00p m Wed Fellowship........ 7 30pm (in home* or church) call Pastor Lloyd DeVormer Sr. 897-7407 •4#^ �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / May 17. 1994 / Page 5 TK BULLETIN BOARD May 16-27th — 4th grade camp (see activities below) May 17 — Middle School Teacher Appreciation Luncheon May 18 — Honors Assembly at 9 a m. at the High Schoo Graduation practice: 11:30 am. Retirement dinner at the Middie Villa for those in the T K system that will be retiring after this school year May 17-18 — Better Safe Than Sorry program, third grade (A personal safety program .) May 19 — Senior finals' May 20 — Popcorn at West and alternating Kindergarten At the H.S . graduation practice. 9 a m. May 21 — H.S. choir to Cedar Point. May 22 — M.S. Spring Concert, 3 p.m. May 23 — Last P.E.P. meeting at the M.S., 7 p.m looking Ahead... May 24-26 — At West. Art Talks for third grade: Let's Tell A Story with Art ‘Meet the School Board Candidates Night’’ at T.K High School Cafeteria, 7 p.m. May 25 — M W Kindergarten will take a field tnp to Binder Park Zoo. First grade field day May 26 — T-Th Kindergarten to Binder Park Zoo. May 27 — A Volunteer Brunch will be at Page El. cafeteria., at 10 a m., for all those that volunteered at Page this year. Last day for M.S. collections of DAW, Spartan, and Campbell Soup labels May 29 — H.S. graduation, 3 p.m. (We’ll miss you. Seniors!) May 30 — No school. Memorial Day. June 1-2 — 4th grade Field Days. June 1 — M W Kindergarten Field Day. 5th grade to Splash. June 2 — T-Th Kindergarten Field Day Immunization Clinic will be made available for students that need their immuniza­ tions up to date At the H.S. auditorium from 9-11, and 1-4. June 3 — Popcorn at West and alternating Kindergarten June 5 — Tour de Cure bike event for diabetes at Page June 6-9 — Swimming for Kindergarten and Mrs Warren's 1st graders June 6 — Field Day and Family Picnic for 2nd grade page Follies! June 7-8 - 5th Grade Field Days June 7 — Last Donut day al the M S June 9 — Field Day and Family Picnic for 3rd grade. M.S. picnic at Gun Lake June 10 — Last day of school. 9 a.m -12 noon June 13 — School Board meeting at the H.S. library, 7:30 .m. une 10-15 — H.S. hand goes to Orlando. Florida July 26-28 — H.S. band camp goes to Adnan Colege. S Fourth Grade ('amp — There will be Archery. Weaving, Pine Cone Art, Compass orienteering. Storytelling. Dulcimers, 2*/i hr. Nature Hike, Lacrosse and Pottery. ***** Teachable Moments... McFall — On Tuesday, May 10th, was the eclipse! One of the students, Matthew Mabee, had his dad (who studies astronomy) come with equipment that allowed groups of children to watch the eclipse. He used a cardboard box. 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She is a leader, serv­ ing as secretary of the senior class, secretary of the NHS. soprano section first chair in choir, student director in choir, and first chair in the flute section of the symphonic band Four youths confirmed at St. Paul Lutheran St Paul Lutheran Church, 8436 Kraft Ave.. Caledonia, has announced that four young people were confirmed May 15. The young people are Heidi Beuschel. daughter of Paul and Valerie Beuschel. Sarah Engelbert, daughter of Doug and Nancy Engelbert; Brad Jahnke, son of Dave and Carol Jahnke; and Erica Stehouwer. daughter of Tom and Mary Stehouwer Questioning by the elders of the congregation was May 1. Confirmation, considered a vital part of the Lutheran Church ministry, follows two years intensive study of Scrip­ ture. church history, doctrine and worship. Confirmation includes a rite in which the public declara­ tion of a promise to be faithful to Jesus Christ and the teachings of the Lutheran Church play a central role. 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Wednesday, May 18 Soup, lunch meat sandwich on whole wheat, veggie sticks, blueberry crisp Page — make your own sundae Thursday . May 19 Taco on soft shell, lettuce cheese, refried or green beans, peaches West — Make your own sundae Friday . May 20 Pizza, coleslaw or sweet potatoes, fresh fruit Monday. May 23 Hamburger Deluxe on bun. pickle slices, baked beans, pineapple tidbits. H.S. Salad Bar Tuesday . May 24 Macaroni and cheese, green beans, whole wheat bread, cherry crisp NOTE: Whole or lowfat milk offered each day. Alt. menu at El. Monday, hot dog; Tuesday, turkey sandwich; Wednesday, salad bar; Thurs­ day. hamburger; Friday, fishwich. Variety of sandwiches and salads at High School and Middle Thomapple Kellogg Breakfast Menu Wednesday , May 18 Sausage pancake on a stick, apple juice, milk. Thursday. May 19 Bagel/cream cheese, peaches, milk. Tuesday. May 24 BYO homemade wet bur­ rito. french fries. Vita Pup. milk. Friday . May 20 Cinnamon roll, orange juice, milk. Monday , May 23 Cold cereal, muffin, orange juice, milk. Tuesday. May 24 Sausage biscuit, apple juice, milk. Caledonia Community Schools Kettle l,ake Breakfast Menu Caledonia Communitv High Middle Schools Lunch Menu Wednesday, May 18 Turkey Pita, peas or french fries, fruit choice, milk Thursday. May 19 Soft tacos, com or french fries, fruit choice, milk. Friday. May 20 Deluxe hamburg w/bun. french fries, fruit choice, milk. Monday. May 23 Burnt os. com or french fries, fruit choice, milk. Tuesday. May 24 Pizza, french fries, fruit choice, milk Caledonia Community Schools High Middle Meal Deal Menu Wednesday. May 18 French dip. w/bun. french fries. Vita Pup, milk. Thursday, May 19 Italian bar. Vita Pup. milk. Friday, May 20 Itza Pizza, french fries. Vita Pup. milk. Potato Bar Monday, May 23 Hot turkey sub. french fries. Vita Pup. milk. Wednesday. May 18 English muffin w topping, juice or fruit, milk. Thursday , May 19 French toast sticks, sausage, juice or fruit, milk. Friday . May 20 Pop tan. string cheese, juice or fruit, milk. Monday. May 23 Assorted cereal, toast, juice or fruit, milk. Tuesday. May 24 Hot cinnamon roll, juice or fruit, milk. Caledonia Community Schools Elementary Lunch Menu Wednesday. May 18 Lasagna, bread sticks, food bar, milk. Thursday . May 19 Chicken fajitas. food bar, milk. Friday. May 20 Hamburg w/bun. french fries, food bar. milk. Monday, May 23 Breakfast for lunch, pan­ cake. sausage, food bar, milk. Tuesday, May 24 Pizza, food bar. milk. Seven steps continued from page 2 3 TK students honored at Tech Center Three Thornapple Kellogg High School students were chosen as "Students of the Month" at the Kent Career/Technical Center: Brian Thomas (left) in machine metals; Randy Caton in plastics technology; and Kelli Eichenour in culinary arts. 7- n'iTcHAjAtTcc Beauty 2 Acres-o/All GTOW in% GREENHOUSE Under One Roof" Perennials Annuals Vegetables Mixed Pots Hanging Baskets Strawberry Jars and More! of muscle added to the body bums an extra 50 calories per day! Strength training exercises should begin with the largest muscle groups first, and then proceed to the smaller groups, i.e.; legs, buttocks, back, chest, shoulders, biceps, triceps and abdomen. If you choose to do both your aerobic and strength training exercise on the same days, the order of your workout should be as follows: three to five minutes of low-level aerobic activity as a warm-up; light stretching; aerobic condition­ ing; a five minute cool-down; strength training; stretching. 5. Seek information; learn about fitness and nutrition — The more you know about your body, proper exercise techniques, the benefits of ex­ ercise, and proper nutrition, the more positive and suc­ cessful your entire exercise program will be. For answers to your fitness questions, or for more general information, call The National Exercise For Life Institute at Record when you exercise, 1-800-358-3636 or write The how long, the exercises you National Exercise For Life In­ perform, how far you went (if stitute, P.O. Box 2000. Ex­ appropriate), the settings or levels used on the exercise celsior. MN 55331-9967. 6. Track your progress machine, and any special and reward yourself — comments about the session. Remember, it takes about six Exercise equipment that uses weeks to develop a new habit, electronic workout monitors including the “habit” of can be especially helpful for regular exercise. One of the providing feedback while ex­ best things you can do to help ercising; about how hard yourself along is to keep track you’re working, how many of your progress — ideally in calories have you burned, etc. written form — every day. Most importantly, once you've attained a goal, reward yourself1 This will help keep you motivated to work towards the next one Happy 60 Club to meet June 6 The Caledonia Happy 60 Club will have a potluck meeting at noon Monday, June 6, at the Caledonia Community Education build­ ing. Those attending are asked to bring along a dish to pass, their own table service, a $1 gift for bingo and a friend. For more information, call 698-6335. Correction In last week's Sun & News listing of honor roll students from Thornapple Kellogg High School, the name of Steven Dood was spelled in­ correctly. Dood, a freshman, earned all-A's. FREE Market Analysis How much is your home worth? Thinking of selling or buying? Coll me for a free market analysis. You may not know me by name or by company, but many of your friends and neighbors do! KEVIN MEATON, GRI, CRS BA: Marketing, MSU Serving Gun Lake, Middleville. Wayland. Caledonia & Delton real estate Office: 1-800 241 5253 Home: (616) 795-7274 �The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml / May 17. 1994 / Page 7 Capitol Commentary By Sen. Dick Posthumus In the past year, the Michigan Legislature has passed land­ mark reforms to help prepare our youngsters for the challenges of the future. To ensure schools are fully funded and students have more choices, we've tackled school finance and education reform. To help break the cycle of poverty, we've supported welfare reform To make our streets and schools safer, we’ve passed tough anti-come proposals. But lawmakers are not the only Michigan citizens trying to make a difference Across the state, communities are getting involved. This Wednesday. I and nine of my Senate colleagues took a bus trip to Detroit to learn more abcxit three programs rooted there Each of these programs is striving to improve the future of the city’s most valuable resource — its youth. The day was unforgettable; an enriching learning experience Our first stop was at Wayne State University, where he met with President David Adamany and enjoyed a presentation about the WSU University School. As many of you know. Wayne State was the first college to establish a charter school. It opened last September, in inner-city Detroit. We spent time with some of the students and staff to better understand the school's programs, goals and progress. To say the least, I was impressed These children are so ex­ cited about learning, so proud to their school Imagine what our state would be like if all of our schoolchildren felt this way? Visiting Wayne State's charier school is a great testament to the whole idea behind these academies. Our second visit was to the highly successful Alternatives for Girls, a non profit group that aims to help homeless and high risk young women by getting them off the streets. AFG was founded in 1986 by a group of neighbors and members of St. Peter’s Episcopal Church The founders were concerned about the increasing number of girls and young women who were out of school and on the streets, often serving as prostitutes to make a living. AFG makes contact with young women through its Street Outreach program Using a van as a mobile base, a team of trained volunteers and staff patrols the streets of southwest New hours set at Caledonia Twp office As of May 1, the Caledonia Township office is now open four and one-half days a week instead of the previous three and one-half days . The office will be open from 9 a m. to 4 p.m. on Mondays through Thursdays, and from 9 a m. to noon on Fridays. Because most of the staff is part-time, the elected officials will be in the office as follows: Mondays: All staff will be available Tuesdays The Township Clerk, the Township Deput) Treasurer and the Township Planner will be in the office. Wednesdays: The Township Treasurer, the Deputy Clerk, the Township Stop and fee Your Choice is Clear Richard J. Choryan, O.D. DOCTOR OF OPTOMETRY 133 E Mam St. Catedoma. Ml 891-9224 Assessor and the planner. Thursdays: All staff will be available. Fridays (until noon): The planner, the clerk, the deputy clerk, the treasurer and the deputy treasurer. Township Supervisor Tom Garbow checks in daily, but has no posted hours. Appoint­ ments can be made by calling the office. 891-0070. Hoekstra rep. here May 19 A representative from Se­ cond District Congressman Peter Hoekstra's office will be at the Thomapple Township Hall. 200 E Main St.. Mid­ dleville. from noon to 2 p.m. Thursday. May 19. A member of Hoekstra's staff is available every third Thursday of the month throughout the Second District to answer questions from constituents and help with problems Detroit offering food, clothing, shelter, crisis intervention and transportation to medical centers Once young women seek help from AFG. they are offered help through the agency's Transition to Independent Living Program. This program offers short-term shelter, counseling, a highly structured independent living skills program and help finding a job. Eventually . AFG moves these young women into their own apartments and follows up to monitor progress and offer support Through its extensive efforts. AFG has helped thousands of young women finish their educations, set up their own households and obtain jobs. The visit at AFG left me hopeful; hopeful because we are so often overwhelmed by the sad stones in the news, it is refreshing to see programs that offer good news and fresh beginnings. Our third and last stop could easily have been a trip into the future At Focus Hope’s Center for Advanced Technologies, young people are offered hands-on training in the most advanc­ ed manufacturing facility in the nation. After the first training program offered by Focus Hope, most students could snag jobs earning $11 to $13 an hour. But most opt for the advanced course, which pays them $7 an hour and offers further training Between 1990 and 1993, Focus Hope placed its graduates in thousands of jobs at companies such as Mazda Manufacturing. Unison Corp, and Aetna Industries The whole operation was absoultely amazing. Not only does the center embody the mission of the next century of offering job training and re-training, it also feature an electronic library and a learning demonstration facility. The Center for Advanc­ ed Technology supplies its own electricity, hot water, heat and air conditioning using new technology. People from all over the world come to Detroit to see the center Just this week, folks from Thailand and Russia were there. It is no wonder — the center offers what society will need to meet the demands of the coming years. In a speech to Grand Rapids Community College’s graduates last Friday. I told them the future will demand lifelong learn­ ing. In the past, abundant natural resources, capital and labor were needed to build a successful economy. Today, that is no longer enough. As we stand at the threshold of a new century, it is clear we have entered a new era — an era of technology and information. In the future, education and knowledge will be the keys to success. Programs like the one established by Focus Hope will help Michigan lead the nation toward the 21st century . So will charter schools. And programs like Alternatives for Girls will offer young people the hope and base they need to succeed Overall, the retreat was a res*Minding success. We learned so much. Now. I'd like to take this information and put it to work in future legislation. I’d tike to encourage others to follow in the footsteps of Wayne State University. Alternatives for Girls and Focus Hope It is only through community-based gnxips like these that Michigan will become a beacon of hope and suc­ cess in the coming years. �Page 8 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I May 17, 19SM New opportunities created for art and music students High tech enhances fine arts at CHS bv Barbara Gall Staff Writer Computers and the arts to­ day go hand in hand While for many people the computer may seem the pro­ vince of mathematicians and scientists, new software is allowing artists in all fields creative possibilities they didn’t have before This year, not only architec ture students, but also art and music students at Caledonia High Schoo) are learning how to enhance their artistic capabilities, and at the same time learning computerrelated skills that will serve them well in an arts-related career “We are connecting our students to the business world, where this kind of equipment is used in advertising, design, animation, marketing and photography,” said CHS art teacher Barbara VandcnToorn In the CHS band room, a new lab provides serious music students the chance to write their own music, ar­ range music and even study music theory on five Macin­ tosh computers “connected” to synthesizers through the Midi interface. With this equipment, students can type” notes on the keyboards and the com­ puter monitor will show the bars of music the student has entered The computer also will play back the music the student has written The "Finale" software us­ ed for this work is described as a “professional level" music writing program by Caledonia Computer Director Andrew Mann “Integrating art and technology is how it is in the marketplace today, and it is here to stay.” said VandcnToorn. The “equipment” Vanden­ Toom knows most about is the art department’s new hardware and software that allows her students to “play ” with images, either drawn or photographed, for new effects. The artist, for instance, can enlarge the image or alter col­ ors and backgrounds or highlight areas. The new equipment in­ Thornapple Roofing & Siding Vinyl Siding Replacement Windows Free Estimates Licensed Builder 795-2039 cludes a Hewlett Packard col­ or yet scanner and a Mac Quadra 840 AV computer that uses images produced by laser disks, video cameras and still cameras The rest of the setup, which many college art departments might envy, includes a Hewlett Packard Desk Writer for proof copies, a Canon col­ or converter and a Canon Col­ or Laser Copier 200. Software being used is •‘PhotoShop.’ which VandenToom said is best used for manipulating a photographic or drawn image for new artistic effect Only unpublished works can be used by the students. VandcnToorn emphasized But the computer, like the calculator in math, does not eliminate the need for the stu­ dent to learn basic skills. “You still should be able to do these things with your own hands.” commented art stu­ dent Katie Kerkstra. and VandenToom agreed. “The student still needs to learn those basic drawing and design skills, otherwise your work on the computer won’t be satisfactory.” VandenToom herself is be­ ing trained on the equipment by graphic designer Russ Taber of RT Ideas in Wyoming. Ryan Wiltzer. a senior music student who plans to major in music at Grand Rapids Community College next year, said he is just “scratching the surface” of all the possibilities the new music computer lab offers ’ATTENTION! lhe TRUE VALUE HOMES Office at Cider Mill Village IS NOW OPEN Wednesdays 9 to 6 and Fridays 9 to 1 OTHER HOURS ARE AVAILABLE BY APPOINTMENT! Call Sandra anytime at 795-7900 (Middleville) or... 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He explained that the soft­ ware not only allows for playback of the composition, but shows the music as it would appear on a printed page “This is good if you’re try­ ing to publish your music,” he said. “You can tailor the ap­ pearance of the sheet to the publisher’s exact specifications.” His compositions are stored on his own disks, and he demonstrated the one he used for his senior graduation ex­ hibition. which he presented to a recent meeting of the Caledonia School Board For that exhibition, he also explained all the functions of the software One of the keyboards has 128 different timbres (sounds) and the other, less expensive ones produce five, he said The big one, which he demonstrated, not only can produce the sounds of any in­ strument group, but also ef­ fects like waterfalls, rain, wind, birds, cannons, jets, crashes, sirens, laughter and screams “If you’re creative, you can use the instruments in any range you want, but the in­ structions tell you what range is suggested for each.” he said. While only a few students have worked seriously in the new lab this year, students next year will have CDs with music theory programs to learn from. Wiltzer said he can envision a music program at CHS that would use the lab in teaching theory and technique to freshman and sophomore students. They then would be prepared as juniors and seniors to use the program for composing and arranging “Why shouldn’t students compose their own school fight song instead of using STRIPED ‘On, Wisconsin’ like everybody else? “What I think would be really neat is for students to write an original musical ar ranged for our choir and our band or orchestra.” Mann said that the funds for the new equipment were pan of the $1 million high school technology package included in the $19 million 1992 bond issue for construction of the new middle school and renovation work at the high school. S«» High tech on pogo 9 1 Sunflower Bird Feed Caledonia Farmers Elevator 136 E. Main Street • Caledonia 891-8108 • <>pen 6 Days a Week �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / May 17, 1994 / Page 9 Village Parlor Ice Cream Shoppe opens in Middleville Fitness OPENING JUNE 20th 4695 N. Middleville Rd., P.O. Box 363, Middleville, Ml 49333 Next to Middle Villa and behind Dr. Showerman's SUMMER HOURS: Monday-Friday 6 a m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday 8 a m to 1 p.m. Brandon Prichard gets a “superman” flavored ice cream cone while his mother, Sue, watches and Don Cornelius waits for his turn. Behind the counter, Larry McMillan serves Brandon while his wife, Cheryl, takes care of another customer. Ice cream and yogurt of many flavors is now available at the Village Parlor Ice Cream Shoppe on Main Street in Middleville. Open since the first of May. the new business offers many flavors of both yogurt, Hudsonville ice cream and the new "guilt free" treat that contains no sugar or fat. The standard flavors of pop wiches for fall and winter fare. are also available. The ice cream parlor is Larry and Cheryl open from noon to at least 9 McMillan, owners, say p.m. Monday through Friday beginning business is good, and 2 p.m. to at least 9 p.m. and they promise soon they <xi Sunday. will have sodas, hot dogs and Cheryl. Larry and Jacque coffee, and perhaps rolls, Arnold all invite Middleville pastries and cold sandwiches. area folks to stop in the for­ I>ooking to the future, they mer drug store and pause fcx a plan to offer soup and sand­ cone. Hiking spree kicks off at Yankee Springs Area hikers arc invited to attend the kick off event of the first annual Hiking Spree at Yankee Springs Recreation area on Saturday. May 14 Registration is at 1:30 p.m. at Park Headquarters. At 2 p in. the park will conduct the first guided hike through the flowering dogwixxls along the boardwalk. Upon paying a registration fee of $5, each hiker will receive a free wooden hiking staff. /The first 50 registrants will also receive a “75th State Park Anniversary" T-shirt. The “Hiking Spree" will run from May 14 through Oc­ tober 31. Hikers can par ticipate in scheduled guided hikes throughout the season or can hike the trails on their own at any time. Yankee Spr­ ings has five hiking trails through 5,000 acres. Upon completing a hike of all five of the park trails, each hiker will receive a “1994 75th Anniversary” com­ memorative metal shield to at­ tach to their hiking staff. Each succeeding year a new souvenir shield will be available for hikers to earn by hiking the trails. Hikers can register throughout the season at the park headquarters or cam­ pground office. Registration forms include a map of the trails and other “Hiking Spree” information. The “Hiking Spree” is one of several special activities that will be held at Yankee Springs this season to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the Michigan State Parks. High tech continued from page 8 Mann said that the new technology allows the school to integrate technology into yet one more curricular area. “We’ve been able to in­ tegrate technology into so many other programs, but not music and art until now. "The bond issue gave us the opportunity to get technology HASTINGS CHRYSLER Plymouth • Dodge • Jeep • Eagle Sales Person Wanted Sell our exciting new cars, trucks and vans and used vehicles. Great pay (commission), good benefits with paid vacation. Sales experience preferred - but will train on the job. See Dave Ackett 1455 W. State St., Hastings. -(AFFORDABLE Jh Family Dental Care Ronald B. Stegehuis, D.D.S. 891-1240 We welcome new patients. Please call for your appointment ■x available Monday-Saturday. I 9505 Cherry Valley Rd '■1 Caledonia - on M-37 l/S.4 into the fine arts as well." Caledonia Superintendent Robert Myers pointed out that the fine arts technology pro­ vides one more way for the high school to individualize the curriculum to meet the needs of each student. ' ‘The school’s job is to find out what students' talents are and then give them the power to do their best," Myers said. He cited Peter Drucker’s book The Post-Capitalist Society, in which Drucker spoke of the need for educa­ tional institutions to equalize the investment m people (teachers) and equipment "We’ve got to be able to come up with individual cur­ riculums for each of our students." Myers sax! "Computers will enable us to do that. One teacher with 25 students could nes er ap­ proach the individual pro­ grams that computers, proper­ ly used, will give us. ” Ryan W iltzer agrees “I’m not quite sure just what my career goal actually is. except it will be in music,” said the young eiectnc bass player "But this computer is help­ ing me understand all areas of music — theory, composing, arranging — besides just lear­ ning my instrument "Knowing all these areas will help a student in w hawser career he finally chooses ” PRE­ OPENING SALES TUESDAY EVENINGS Starting... May 24th Services Offered: June3™ and 14th pm to 9:OO pm — at— Middle Villa Inn * Weight Weight & Training ★ & Strength Strength Training PURCHASE ONE YEAR MEMBERSHIP & GET NEXT 6 MONTHS ★ Aerobic Classes for Elderly FREE! 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The undefeated season and blistering pace the team has set leaves them as the sole favorites to win the O-K Gold Conference meet, today (May 17) at the high school. Winning first-place in field events for the Fighting Scots were: Keith Bohez in the long jump with a leap of 19 feet, 9 1/2 inches: Jason Bush in the discus with a throw o( 126* 8" and Brian Nowak in the pole vault with a height of 12*. Winning first in the relays were: the 3200-meter team of Ben Thompson, Pete Parbel, Ben Potgeter and Ben Lillie with a time of 8:56.6; the 1600-me ter team of Adam Paarlbcrg, Potgeter, Chris Allen and John Winquest with a time of 3:39.5; the 800-meter team of Jason King. Joe Niang, Winquest and Bohez clocking in at 1:36.1 and the 400-meter team of King, Bohez, Win­ quest and Jon Oldfield with a time of 45.1. Individual champions in the track events were Parbel in the 3200-meter run at 10:18.0 and the 1600-meters at 4:27.2; Potgeter in the 800-meters at 1:36.1; Allen in the 400-meter dash at 54.3 and King in the 100-meter dash at 11.7. The team also defeated Coopersville 90-47, Tuesday, and Hudsonville 78 1/2 - 58 1/2 on Thursday. Winners in the Coop­ ersville meet were: Bush in the discus. Paarlberg in the pole vault and Bohez in the long jump. All four relay teams took first place, as did King in the 100-meters. Potgeter in the 800-meters and Lillie in the 1600-meter run. Caledonia has a double shot of power in the 3200meter run with both Parbel and Thompson able to finish in under 10 minutes. Coach Jon Soderman said Dykstra’s Preferred Poured Walls, Inc. • Poured basement walls • Fl at work • Farm work w^F*’’** ROB DYKSTRA, Owner 10698 Finkbeiner Rd., Middleville f* *"9 jfl he feels fortunate to have two runners of such a caliber on his team and said 'it is very unusual to have two runners in the same school who can run the 3200-meters in less than 10 minutes Parbel finished first in the 3200-meter run at 9:51.2 and The Caledonia girls track team finished up the O-K Gold season with the defeat of Cedar Springs 78-50, to remain undefeated in the league. Finishing first in the field events for the Lady Scots were Jill Hofmann in the high jump with a height of 4 feet, 8 inches and Heather Polmantear in the discus, with a throw of 88’ 2". Relay teams taking first were: the 3200-me ter team of Shannon Houseman. Audrey Warner, Keri Bloem and Barb Warner with a time of 9 minutes, 41.3 minutes and the 1600-met er team of Barb Warner, Hofmann, Sarah Parbel and Karyn Duba with a time of 4:21.6. Taking individual firsts were: Sarah Flegel in the 3200-meter run with a time of 11:51.1, Kelly Mulder in the 200-meter dash at 28.6, Audrey Warner in the 800meters at 2:28.9, Barb Warner in the 400-meter Moto's ■ An all-new three-point suspension system provides unmatched flotation. ■ Redesigned guards and a 5-bar reel help the all-new sicklebar machine cut belter - and six inches wider - Ilian any tiling in it's class. meter teams. King in the 100- and 200-meter dashes and Nowak in the 300-meter hurdles. "That was a really great meet." said Soderman. "Ev­ eryone on the team gave a great effort." dash at 1:03.4,-Duba in the 1600-me ter run at 5:05.9 and Wendy Faber in the 100-me­ ter dash at 13.9. - Joe Zomerliei, coach of the team, said he was extremely proud of how well the team has done so far this season and is confident they will continue to try as hard in the conference meet, Wednesday, on their home field. Trojans down Kelloggsville in baseball The Middleville varsity baseball team defeated Kel­ loggsville 5-4, Friday to up its season record to 3-5 in the O-K Blue and 4-12 overall. Brad Williams got the win for the Trojans, going seven innings, giving up nine hits and four runs. Three of the runs were earned The big inning for the Trojans was the third when Williams led off with a sin­ gle. He went to second when Nathan Bundy laid down a bunt single. Dwight Wade singled to load the bases and John Huyck punched a sacri­ fice fly to the outfield for the first score. Tom Keizer had a single to score Bundy and Mike Mrozinski singled to score Wade. The Trojans scored again in the top of the fourth to make the score 4-2 and the Rockets scored two in the sixth to tie the score at four. The Trojans scored one in the seventh when Wade tagged his third hit of the day and promptly stole second. Jason Clinton had a RBI to bring in Wade. "It was a good game for us," said Tim Pennfield, coach of the team. "Our bats were really hitting the ball.." The team defeated Hud­ sonville 85-43. Thursday in another conference match up. Bloem to the lone gold in the field events with a 14' 2" long jump. Missy Dykgraaf won the 100-meter hurdles with a time of 17.0, Barb Warner won both the 400- and 800meters with limes of 1:02.3 and 2:21.8 respectively. Duba won the 1600-meter run at 5:03.7, Dorothy Benham took the 300 hurdles at 51.9 and Houseman won the 3200-meter run. All four relay teams won first place. The 3200-team of Houseman. Beth Parbel, Sarah Parbel and Duba set a new school record of 9:30.8 in their win. The 800-meter team won in 1:54.6, the 400-metcr team finished in 54.1 and the 1600-meter team finished with a time of 4:17.1. Middleville places four in regional freestyle championships Four Middleville freestyle wrestlers placed at the re­ gional championships in Caledonia, May 7. In Group IV. Ron Haynes placed first and Jeremy VanderFifer placed second. Tom Haynes finished second in Group Illand Philip Corson was fourth in Group II. All will advanced to the slate tourney in lensing Saturday. In the district tournaments in Grandville. April 30. Tom Haynes placed first in Group III, Ron Haynes and VandcrFifer placed first in Group IV. Corson placed first in the I x>we 11 districts, 4 4 AYSO Soccer SIGN-UP Boys and girls born between 8/80 thru 7/88 registration for the fall soccer season will be at Soccerfest, May 21st, between the hours of 86 The Soccerfest extravaganza will be located al the Middleville High School football field The deadline for registration is June 30th, 1994 All players registered after the deadline will not be guaranteed a spot on a team in the fall All players registered prior to the deadline, will be placed on a team and will have tne opportunity to play in the fall, if there are enough coaches to volunteer organization and we always need more coaches and referees to make the program a success If you are unable to attend Soccerfest and would like a registration form or to contri­ bute your time to AYSO, call Cindy Steorts 795-7039 Remember, the deadline for registra­ tion is June 30. 1994 LOCAL MAPLE VALLEY RESIDENT JOINS ■ Two new rotary disk models feature the allnew, John Deere-built modular cutlerbar. 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DOYLE OFFICE 945-2488 HOME 852-0956 TO SELL YOUR HOUSE-TO BUY A HOUSE FREE MARKET ANALYSIS �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I May 17, 1994 I Page 11 Scots kickers 9-4-1 going into final week With the final week of reg­ ular-season soccer at hand, the Caledonia team has nine wins under its belt to only four losses. The team had one win, a loss and a tie last week in the O-K Rainbow with a Monday shutout of Calvin Christian 7-0. a 0-0 tie with Unity Christian. Tuesday and a 3-2 finalminute tear-jerker to Forest Hills Northern. Wednesday. In Monday s game, Eliza­ beth Rogers. Trista Frantti, Sarah Berends. Anne Wisner, and Danny Gallen each scored a goal and Kara Palma scored her first two of her varsity career "They played decent.” sax! coach Brian Broekhuizen, "but they are new to the O-K Rainbow and don’t have a very experienced team, so we tried not to run up the score." In Tuesday's game against Unity Christian, a team which had defeated the Lady Scots earlier in the season, were held scoreless by Cale­ donia. However, the Lady Scots also came up with a goose egg on the scoreboard. "It was probably our best game this season." said Pair of rain outs doesn’t stop TK girls from winning Katie Berg threw a no-hit­ ter in the first game of what was supposed to be the day­ long Middleville Softball Tournament and Traci Campbell threw a four hitter May 9 for the second con­ secutive shutout for the TK varsity softball team. In game one of the tourney, the Trojans won 7-0 and the team's next game was postponed because of rain. After the 5-0 shutout of Comstock Park, the next game for the team was called due to rain. Berg went the distance, striking out 10 and walking three over South Christian. Her earned run average fell to 1.647 with the win. The championship game of the Middleville tournament will be played today (May 17) with the Lady Trojans taking on the Caledonia team. The shut out against the I^dy Sailors upped the sea­ son record of the Trojans to 13-4 and 4-3 in the O-K Blue and moves Campbell's record Letterheads Business Cards Envelopes *PRIN Brochures Wedding Invitations MORE j r-“ Quality Printing at Affordable Prices! Call 945-9554 or stop by .. 1952 N. Broadway (M-43) Broekhuizen. "The girts sup­ ported each other and the defense and offense did a great job on the field." Broekhuizen said the shutout by Rachel Comegys was an excellent show of dis­ cipline in the net and the play by sweeper Gina DeRuiter, stopper Jamie Oatley and cornerbacks Tarin Lintemuth and Krystal Boss was supe­ rior in the game. The Scots loss to FHN In the second half. Frantti scored with a header off a feed from Gallert and the Scots took a 2-1 lead. The Lady Huskies came back late in the game to score and a minutes and a half after the tying score hit again with the game winner The team plays at Mid­ dleville. Wednesday, and hosts Greenville, Friday in the final regular-season week. bothered Broekhuizen be­ cause of the schedule his team had played. He said the girls were tired because of the intensity of the Unity Christian tie and the Lady Huskies took advantage and scored late in the game for the win. Frantti got a goal in the first half with and assist from Liz VanRyn and the score was tied at one through the half. See Our LIST AD in the Reminder. to 6-3 this season. In the game she surren­ dered one walk and four hits while striking out four. Her earned run average is 1.400. Middleville racked up seven hits in the game with Campbell and Jaime Strater both hitting 2-3 with a pair of RBIs. Katie Berg belted a double in the game In the tournament game, Becky Holwerda was 3-3 with two singles and a double and Campbell was 24 with a pair of singles. Q&Q Farm Market 0 0 and Greenhouse 7350 S. Middleville Rd. (M-37) Phone 795-9758 OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK • Mon-Sat. 9 to 8; Sun U to S Former TK softballer named to GLIAC first team MAY SPECIALS PASSENGER TIRE SALE! Senior outfielder Maggie James for the Grand Valley State softball team to the All­ Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conferance first team. James, a former Middleville high school student, was second in the GLIAC in triples per game (.17) and was one of three on the Grand Valley squad to be named to the team. She batted .349 for the season with a slugging percentage of .438 and had 67 hits in 192 at bats. 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Monday-Tuesday 8:30 a m. to 6:00 p.m.; Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Saturday 8:30 a m. to 2:00 p.m. �Page 12 I The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml I May 17, 1994 Official MIDDLEVILLE Village Council Minutes April 12. 1994 President AAyer» coiled the meeting to order at 7 00 p.m Present Bray French. Oliver. Schellinger Stagray. and VondenBerg Absent None THE YANKEE SPRINGS TWP. PLANNING COMMISSION — will hold a — on Saturday, June 4,1994 at the Township Hall STARTING AT 9:00 A.M. The purpose of the hearing is to receive public comments on several revisions to the present zoning ordinance. These revisions include: additional defini­ tions; several new zoning districts — for lakefront property, three commercial dis­ tricts, a light industrial district; provisions for “Planned Unit Developments”, and condo­ miniums; provisions to allow the splitting of large pieces of property; revised sign regula­ tions; new fence and barrier regulations; new site plan review requirements; revised private road requirements and a private road main­ tenance agreement. The Planning Commission reserves the right to make changes in this proposed ordinance based upon comments received from the public either in writing or verbally during the public hearing. Yankee Springs Township will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed material being considered at the hearing upon five (5) days notice to the Yankee Springs Township Clerk Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Yankee Springs Township Clerk by writing or calling the Clerk at the address or telephone number listed herein. Harvey E. Vander Bee, Clerk 284 N. Briggs Road Middleville, Ml 49333 Telephone 795-9091 (108) Guests Deanna Kooimon Scott Miller Craig Patterson Roger Storm. George Smith. Steve AAorgoH Bobbie and Al Nielond Jone Courts Mr Wert and several visitors Minutes of the AAorch 22 1994 meeting were approved as amended Minutes o< the Special April 7. 1994 meeting were approved as rood Agenda approved as amended George Smith and Steve MorgoH presented to Council a proposal for construction, con­ cerning their plan for re­ establishing a downhill alpine ski facility at the site of the previous Middleville Ski Area.** Their intentions ore to rebuild and operate a "family oriented" ski facility to serve Middleville. Discussion held This matter turned over to Porks and Recrea t ion Committee for recommendation. Craig Patterson presented to Council a proposed transaction involving port of the abandoned railway corridor owned by Penn Central Corporation Discussion held. French moved that Council enter into an agreement with Roils to Trails Conservancy, on option to acquire approximately 60 acres of railway corridor bet ween South of Village limits to Irving Rood, option must be ex­ ercised on or before October 31. 1996 and authorize Village At­ torney to sign any documents. Support by Bray Ayes all. Carried. Letter rood from Thornapple Township requesting Council review parking oast and west of the Township Hall. This matter turned ovor to Public Works Committee for recommendation. VondenBerg moved that Council purchase a 1992 Chevy Caprice for the amount of $12 200 00 from Shaheens of Lansing for the Police Depart­ ment Support by Stage ay Ayes 6 and nay I Motion Carried Schellinger moved that Coun­ cil purchase a 4 wheel drive John Deere 870 Tractor from Thornoppie Valley Equipment, Inc., Hastings, Michigan, for the amount of $9,466.00. Support by VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT AND SUMMARY OF THE REGULATORY EFFECT THEREOF PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on May 9, 1994, the Village Council of the Village of Caledonia adopted an ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Village of Caledonia. The principal provisions of the amending ordinance can be summarized as follows: 1 NBD Bank Planned Unit Development. The Zoning Ordinance rezones the following described lands from the Caledonia Village Centre Planned Unit Development to the NBD Bank Planned Unit Development (PUD) in accordance with the Final Development Plan of the NBD Bank PUD: That part of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 29, Town 5 North, Range 10 West, described as Beginning at a point on the East line of said Northeast 1/4, which is South 00*00' East 66 00 feet from the Northeast comer of Section 29: thence South 00*00’ East 270.00 feet along said East line; thence South 89*48 West 290.74 feet; thence Westerly 30.18 feet along a 96 00 foot radius curve to the left, the chord of which bears South 80*47’42” West 30.05 feet; thence North 00*00 East 274.71 feet; thence North 89*48 East 320 41 feet parallel with the North line of said Northeast 1/4 to the place of beginning Subject to highway right-of-way over that part which lies Easterly of a line which is parallel with and 60.00 feet West of the centerline of Cherry Valley Avenue (M-37), together with certain easements for ingress, egress and for utilities; Village of Caledonia. Kent County, Michigan 2 Land Uses. The NBD Bank PUD is subject to the site plan and the landscape plan of the Development The lands may be used only for a branch bank with dnve-through facilities and for related accessory uses 3 Access and Parking. Access to the PUD is from Cherry Valley Avenue There shall be at least 34 parking spaces provided in the Development Ail dnveways and parking areas must be hard surfaced 4 Utilities. The Development shall be served by the public sanitary sewer system and by a private water well approved by the County Health Department Storm water drainage will be accomplished by an underground storm sewer system, connecting to an existing storm sewer 5 Other Requirements. The Zoning Ordinance amendment nas further provisions con­ cerning signage. landscaping and other matters 6 Effective Date. The Zoning Ordinance Amendment for the PUD will become effec­ tive May 17, 1994 Dated: May 11. 1994 VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA (121) French. Ayes oil. Corned. Schellinger moved the follow ing tronsfer be allowed General to Payroll $30 000 00 Support by VondenBerg Ayes all Corned Schellinger moved that Coun­ cil approve the bills for Morch with the stipulation invoices sub­ mitted in regards to employee clothing not to exceed previous ly approved $300 00 for each DPW employee. Support by VondenBerg Ayes all Carried Council and Police Chief Shoemaker reviewed the Morch Police Activity Report. Oliver moved that Council authorize Police Chief and Of­ ficers attend the Data Master In­ strument training seminar and Dore training seminar Support by VondenBerg. Ayes all. Carried. Bray moved that Council enter into amended declaration of restricted covenants to accept Io* 1 of the existing restrictive covenants of the Industrial Park also to authorize President Myers to sign the document Support by VondenBerg Ayes all. Carried Council and Manager Man shum reviewed the Manager s Report. Manager Manshum updated Council on the Sewer System and on upcoming Municipal League seminar. April 21. 1994. Mr. Wert and Scott Miller ap­ proached Council on the parking ordinance This matter sent to Zoning and Ordinance Committee. With no further business. Bray moved for adjournment. Support by Stogroy. Ayes all. Carried. Meeting adjourned at 8 58 p.m. Cheryl Hooper Village Clerk (126) April 26. 1994 President pro tern Oliver coll­ ed the meeting to order a* 7:00 p.m. Present: Bray French. Oliver. Schellinger. Stagray and VondenBerg Absent: Myers. Guests Several Village and Township residents. Minutes of the April 12. 1994 meeting were approved as amended Agenda approved os presented Tom Newhof Village Engineer from Prem and Newhof review­ ed the proposals for the wastewater treatment facility from the various contractors and recommend that the contract be awarded to Erhard* Construction Company in the amount of $2 009 880 00 Discussion held French moved supported by VondenBerg to accept the recommendations of Prein and Newhof dated April 26 1994 with respect to the award of con struction contracts and the selection of related bid alter nates for the Village of Mid­ dleville Sanitary Sewer System and to request that the Barry County Board of Public Works take appropriate action to award such contracts Roll coll Bray noy. French aye. Oliver aye. Schellinger aye Stagray aye. and VondenBerg aye. Ayes 5 and nay 1. Motion carried Schellinger moved that the proposed sale of Industrial Pork Lot I be approved as written, contingent on final approval by buyer and also that restricted convents be removed as amend ed. Support by Stogroy. Roll coll Bray aye French aye. Oliver aye Schellinger aye. Stogroy aye and VondenBerg aye Mo tion Carried. Motion by Trustee Bray, seconded by Trustee VondenBerg to authorize Presi­ dent pro tern Oliver and Village Manager Manshum to sign con­ tract with the Michigan Depart­ ment of Transportation for federal aid paving project on West State Rood from the Village limits to Church Street. Contract No 90-0184 Control Section EDDF 08555 Job No 36440. Roll call: Bray aye. French aye Oliver aye Schellinger aye Stogroy aye and VondenBerg aye Motion carried Schellinger moved that Coun­ cil adopt the Purchasing Resolu­ tion to comply with Public Acts 167 and 168 of 1993 Support by French Roll coll Bray aye French aye Ohvqr aye. Schell•nger aye Stogroy aye and VondenBerg aye Motion corned French chairperson of Zoning and Ordinance Committee presented to Council commit tee s recommendation in regards to Parking Ordinance This matter sent to Zoning and Ordinance Committee for fur­ ther study Manager Manshum updated Council on the pointuvg of the Village Holl trim. Lorry Jochim and several township residents approached Council in regards to the Penn Central railway corridor south of the Village limits to Irving Road Discussion held With no further business. Schellinger moved for adjourn merit Support by B-oy Ayes all carried Meeting adjourned at 8:57 p.m. Cheryl Hooper. Village Clerk (127) Summary of Regular meeting Minutes for the CALEDONIA VILLAGE COUNCIL May 9. 1994 The regular meeting of the Caledonia Village Council was called to order by the President at 7:00 p.m. with all members present Several guests were also present Minutes of the last regular and special meetings and the financial report were approved as presented. Bills of the month were approved for payment. VanLiere of WW Engineering reported on the pre-construction meetings for the sewer projects. Public Hearing concerning proposed scheduled rates for basic coble called to order. Resolution ordering that propos­ ed basic coble rates be allowed subject to the refund and possi­ ble reduction was presented by Audy. seconded by Kidder. Ayes: Audy. Erskine. Kidder. Moerland. Soules. Klover. Nayes Berencsi Resolution adopted Public Hearing closed and regular meeting resumed AAotion by Berencsi seconded by Erskine to accept street work bid from Patches Blacktop. Carried. An Ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance to rezone Caledonia Village Center PUD to allow NBD Bank, as recommend­ ed by the Planning Commission, was presented by Soules and seconded by Kidder. Ayes: All. Ordinance declared adopted. AAotion by Erskine, seconded by Soules to contribute $200.00 to the 4th of July Celebration Carried. AAotion by Soules, sevended by Kidder to purchase a Toshiba copier from Richardson Business Machine Ayes Audy. Berencsi. Kidder. Moerland, Soules. Klover Noy Erskine AAotion carried. Committee reports were heard. Approval was given for attendance of the Michigan Municipal League District Con ference at Zeeland. Other items discussed were IMS report: fee schedule lor Planning Commission meetings. County library board member, abandonment of a portion of Elm Street. Memorial Day Parade, and signs along M-37. Meeting was adjourned at 10:30 p.m. Jacqueline Cherry Village Clerk TO THE RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS OF YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN and OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS; NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION May 19, 1994 7:30 p.m. Yankee Springs Township Hall 284 N. Briggs, Middleville, Ml 49333 Purpose: To consider request from Julia Wolowicz to rezone property at 11525 Cobb Lake Rd. from Agricultural to Residential Low Density and to change the Master Plan. Legal Description: A parcel of approximately 4 acres located in Section 17 of Yankee Springs Township at 11525 Cobb Lake Rd. Com­ plete description available at Township Hall. Parcel #0816017-021 -00 Owner of Record: Julia Wolowicz 11525 Cobb Lake Rd., Middleville, 49333 Material pertaining to the above subject may be examined at the township hall by appointment with the clerk. Date: Time: Place: Yankee Springs Township will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed material being con­ sidered at the heanng upon five (5) days notice to the Yankee Springs Township Clerk, Indivtdu^s with disabilities requmng auxiliary aids or services should contact the Yankee Springs Township Clerk by writing or calling the Clerk at the address or telephone number listed herein Harvey E. Vander Bee, Clerk Telephone 795-9091 �The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml / May 17, 1994 I Page 13 Summer fun in Freeport at the first 6 on 6 volleyball tournament • J-Ad Graphics News Service It's time for fun. and organizers of the first "6 on 6 sand volleyball tournament" say they have it. Teams of volleyball players, made up of three men and three women, will meet at the Freeport park on Saturday, May 21 beginning at 10 am to "ruummmmmble in the barefoot jungle" according to the flyers advertising the event. The ads circulating in the Freeport area challenge everyone to give the tournament a try just for the heck of it. saying things like, "It's summertime and that means one thing!" "It’s time to put up or shut up... that's right!" Cost is $5 and sign-14) is necessary. The forms to sign up are available at L&J's in Freeport Anyone who likes fun is invited, but they have to know that the whole day will just for relaxed, easy fun. said Lyle Blough. Professional teams are not invited and if they do show up, they'll be bored silly with the definitely non­ professional behavior of the players that the organizers are trying to reach. Blough said. He pointed out that there are two volleyball courts set up and ready to go. and the premise is very basic; go for the fun’ It's to give young people a place to go on a Saturday in Freeport, and provide good clean fun for everyone, he said. "If it works out. well get fancier. We're just giving the young kids something to do," he said. Blough invites anyone who can form a three man, three woman team to come in and sign up For more information, call 765-5327. TK girls golfers 14-0 The Middleville girls golf team remained perfect in O-K Blue play with the defeat of K enow a Hills and Comstock Park. May 9. The Lady Trojans also downed Forest Hills Northern, Thursday, for a 14-0 league record this season. In a tournament. May 7, Comstock had defeated the Trojans by 20 strokes and according to Tom Flelke, coach of the team, "the girls knew they had a lot of work ahead of them. In the double dual meet, the TK team shot a 202, Kcnowa Hills carded a 206 and Comstock Park finished with a combine 215. I>ow scorer for the Trojans was Amy Ybema with a 46 She was followed by Kerri McNess with a 48, Amy Missad with a 52 and Sarah Beute with a 56. The girls shot a low 187 to defeat the Northern team which carded a respectable 197. Ybema came in with a 41, McNess with a 44. Missad with a 50 and Beute with a 52. Rene Ellinger shot a career low 53 for the team. Ihc TK "B" team, coached by Mark Verlinde. defeated the Caledonia junior varsity team 265-303, Thursday. Wendy Dickinson shot a 64, I-eah Dodd carded a 69. Jenny Webb a 71 and Linsey Haight a 73. TK girls track 5-2 with 20-point win over Comstock Park The Middleville girls track team defeated Comstock / Park 74-54, May 11 to go to 5-2 in the O-K Blue. Winning first place in the field events were: Jenna Shook in the discus and Carla Ploeg in the long jump. Relay teams winning were: the 3200-meter team of Sarah Matson, Wendy Wisniewski, Erin Vander Sloot and Sarah Allore; the 1600-me ter team of Matson, Wisniewski, Ploeg and Jessica VanAmen and the 800-meter team of VanderSloot, Laura Reed, Angie Deboer and Samantha Sherman. Individuals taking first were Keri Koehn in the 100meter hurdles, Allore in the 3200-meter run, Ploeg in the 100- and 200-meter dashes and VanAmen in the 800and 1600-meter runs. The team will run in Ionia, Saturday at the regional track meet. VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN Notice Concerning Approved Rate for Basic Cable Television Service PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on May 9, 1994, the Village Council of the Village of Caledonia adopted a resolution allowing cer­ tain basic cable television rates to become effective, pursuant to the Cable Television Consumer Preotection and Competition Act of 1992, the applicable Federal Communications Commission Rules and the Village s Cable Television Rate Regulation Ordinance. The resolution provides that the rates for the basic service tier of cable television ser­ vice and associated equipment furnished by C-TEC Cable Systems of Michigan, Inc. (C-TEC), as provided in FCC form 393 filed by C-TEC, shall be allowed to become effective 120 days from the submission of such rate schedule to the Village, but subject, however, to refund to subscribers and to prospective rate reduction if and to the extent the Village subsequently issues a written decision disapproving any por­ tion of such rates Among other rates, the resolution allows the rate of $10.65 for the basic cable service tier and associated equipment installation charges as follows: Installation of unwired homes $57.20; installation of prewired homes - $28.60; installation of additional connection at time of initial installation - $21.45; installation of additional connections re­ quiring separate installation - $28.60; in addition, the rates provide for a monthly charge of $1.29 for the lease of converter box. type 1. The resolution also covers other matters relating to the regulation of basic cable television service rates and associated equipment. Copies of the resolution are available for inspection or copying at the offices of the Caledonia Village Clerk, 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia, Michigan. Dated: May 12, 1994 VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VI^AG^^A^DONIA^ Phone 795-3345 for Sun & News ACTION ADS! CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP BOARD AGENDA MAY 18, 1994 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. Minutes Bills Building Inspector Report Treasurers Report Sewer Assessment Roll Public Hearing 7:15 P.M. Trent Henry Meadows - 2nd Reading Ordinance #94-2 - Subdivision ■ 2nd Reading VerMeulen Valley Point West • 1st Reading Planning Commission Report C-Tec Rate Regulation Any Other Business That May Come Before The Board NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Caledonia Township Planning Commission will hold a public hear­ ing to consider the following request: APPLICANT: Janie S. Wiersum REQUEST: Amend Section 4.2 of the Zoning Ordinance (Zoning Map) so as to rezone the following lands from the R-1 Low Density Single Family District to the R-R Rural Residential District. LOCATION: 8555 - 76th St. S.E. PP# 41-23-11-451-010 LEGAL DESCRIPTION: That part of the South half, Southeast quarter of Section 11, Town 5 North, Range 10 West described as: Commenc­ ing at the South quarter comer of said section; thence North 00 degrees 23’ West 662.72 feet along the West line of said Southeast quarter: thence North 89 degrees 59’ East 660.0 feet along the South line of the North 660 feet of said South half, Southeast quarter to the place of beginning; thence continuing North 89 degrees 59’ East 661.0 feet; thence North 00 degrees 23’ West 660.0 feet; thence South 89 degrees 59’ West 661.00 feet along the North line of said South half, Southeast quarter, thence South 00 degrees 23’ East 660.0 to the place of beginn­ ing. Together with an easement for ingress and egress and utility pur­ poses over the East 33 feet of the West 953 feet of said South half Southeast quarter, except the North 660 feet thereof. PUBLIC HEARING DATE: June 6, 1994 TIME: 7:30 P.M. LOCATION: Caledonia Township/Village Hall 250 Maple St. Caledonia, Ml 49316 All information relative to this request may be reviewed in the office of the Township Planner, located at 250 Maple St., Caledonia during nor­ mal business hours. Interested persons may attend the public hearing and be heard with regard to the requested amendment and or send writ­ ten comments to the Caledonia Township Offices P.O. Box 296, Caledonia, Ml 49316. Caledonia Township Planning Commission Dated: May 3, 1994 (123) �Page 14 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I May 17. 1994 TK boys end season 6-1 in league in track The Middleville boys track team finished the O-K Blue with a 6-1 record with a 7661 win over Comstock Park. Thursday. Finishing in first place for the Trojans in the Held events were Jason VanElst in the shot put and the discus. Jacob Dussia in the Pole Vault and Keith Nelson in the high jump. The 800-me ter relay team of Todd Wynsma, Shawn Davis, Thad Otto and Ed Solomon took a gold, as did the 400-meter team of Solomon, Dussia, Otto and Brian Syswerda. Also placing first were: Brad Enders in the 3200-me­ ter run, Keith Potts in the 300-met er hurdles. Solomon in the 100-meter dash and Wynsma in the 110-meter hurdles. Taking second-place fin­ ishes were Potts in the 1 IO­ meter hurdles. Nathan De­ boer in the long jump. Enders in the 1600-meter run. Darren VanElst in the discus. Otto in the 400-meter dash and Wynsma in the 300 hurdles. The team will run in the regional track meet at Ionia, Saturday. JOBS! JOBS! JOBS! JOBS! DOESN’T ANYONE NEED A JOB? 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Repeated overexposure to the ultraviolet rays of the sun is the principal cause of most skin cancers Exposure to cer­ tain chemicals such as arsenic and coal tars in the petroleum industry can also cause skin cancers Skin cancers can be detected by routine examina­ tion and. with early diagnosis and treatment, most non- Scots pitchers trying to recover from beatings Caledonia baseball coach John Klunder said his pitchers have been knock around some recently, but the 5-3 win over Tri-Unity May 10, shows they can pitch a good game. The Fighting Scots fell into a slide in the first week of May with an 8-7 loss to Forest Hills Northern, a 14-10 and 60 pair of losses to Kenowa Hills through the first week and a half of the month. Caledonia bats went quiet and the Scots had to scramble' to hold on to a 2-1 win at Coopersville, May 9. Bob An­ derson struck out 11 in that game and walked four. A Dave Uyl triple and RBIs by Pat Stegeman and Jason Pierce helped the Scots over Tri-Unity May 10. 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Studies show that one severe blistering sun­ burn in childhood or adolescence can double the chances of developing skin cancer later in life. Experts believe that at least three-fourths of all skin cancers can be prevented if simple precautions against the sun's ultraviolet radiation are taken. Avoid the sun between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m., when the rays are strongest. Use sunscreen with a sun protec­ tive factor (SPF) of 15 or more to help block ultraviolet rays. Apply sunscreen at least an hour before going into the sun and again after swimming or perspiring. Waterproof sunscreens should be used when swimm­ ing, since sun rays can reach down three feet into the water Wear brimmed hats and enough clothing to cover the skin as much as possible. Remember that ultraviolet rays penetrate through clouds; and the snow can reflect up to 85 percent of the sun’s rays. In spite of claims that tann­ ing booths offer "safe” tann- INTS FOR OMEOWNERS Septic Tanks: Do's and Don’ts Wouldn’t it be nice if every home came with set of instructions on how to take care of all the ma­ jor systems and appliances? One system that rarely gets any attention from the homeowner—until it’s too late—is the septic tank system. Over 25 percent of all U.S. homes have septic tanks. According to Wayne Biasetti, president of The HomeCare Council, house­ hold bleaches, detergents, disinfectants and grease are difficult to break down inside a septic tank. Over time, they may accumu­ late and clog the drainage fields or the line leading from the house to the tank. Homeowners should take these precautions: • Do not put grease, coffee grinds or egg shells down the kitchen drain. • Do introduce natu­ rally-occurring enzymes into the system regularly. Enforcer Products’ Septic Tank Treatment from hardware stores or super­ markets, flushed down the toilet every three months, will destroy harsh sub­ stances without harming the environment • Do have the system cleaned by a professional installer every three to four years. For more information about taking care of septic tanks, write. The HomeCare Council, Enforcer Products, Inc., P.O. Box 1068, Cartersville, GA 30120 ing. the light lamps emit pears as a slow-growing, rais­ ultraviolet radiation which ed. translucent, pearly nodules which may crust, add to skin damage already caused by the sun. contribute ulcerate or bleed Squamous cell carcinomas to skin cancer formation, cause sunburns and age the typically develop on the rim of skin prematurely. In par­ the ear. the face. lips, mouth ticular, people who arc taking and other sun-exposed areas certain types of antibiotics, of the body, and appear as high blood pressure and raised, red oc pink, scaly medications, tranquilizers, nodules or wart-like growths diuretics, birth control pills, that ulcerate in the center. Maligant melanoma is a oral medications for diabetes and anticancer drugs should very serious skin cancer not use tanning booths, as characterized by uncontrolled these medicines increase the growth of pigment-producing skin’s sensitivity to ultraviolet tanning cells. It begins as a mottled, light brown or black, light. Repeated occupational ex­ flat blemish with irregular posure to paraffin waxes, an- borders and may turn shades thracin soot, lubricating or of red. blue and white, with cutting oils, mineral oils, crusting and bleeding. creosite. coal pitch tar or Melanoma frequently appears arsenic increases the risk for on the upper back, torso, developing skin cancer A lower legs, head and neck It history of x-ray treatments for can spread to other organs and acne, psoriasis, fungal condi­ lead to death The Michigan Der­ tions or removal of unwanted hair, or a previous history of matological Society and the skin cancer also increases risk Michigan Division of the for developing skin cancer. American Cancer Society are Know your skin and learn joining forces to bring Skin how to recognize a warning Cancer Detection Day. a free sign. Skin cancer, especially skin cancer screening service, in the early stages, may not to Michigan residents on May look like a growth; it can ap­ 18. 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Tklk with them today. The Sun and fleius zsdxi.-, 4 Jj-'ya 1 __ zs t Lje. ■k 17-GAUGE g] ELECTRIC FENCE W WIRE Installation Available Wound on easy-to-handle, re-usable metal spools for snarl-resistant feed out. 1/4-mile spool. $360 HEAVY DUTY GATES ALL SIZES AVAILABLE!! ELECTRIC FENCE POST 3/8“ x 48“ $«|49 17 Ga„ 1/2-mile . . . NOW $15 90 MICHIGAN GROWN UNTREATED CEDAR POSTS 4“ x 7' 4" x 8' 6“ x 8' 4“x10‘ TREATED MICHIGAN RED PINE FENCE POST | SIZE VERY STRONG! ONLY 4“ X 7‘................... $3.90 1 4"x8'................... $4.65 I 5“ x 8'................... $6.05 Caledonia Lumber 115 Kinsey‘Caledonia *891-8143 �Page 16 I The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml / May 17, 1994 Call tor Classifieds... PLACE YOUR ADVERTISING MESSAGE HERE •795-3U5 Rates: 5 wards for $2.75 then K>‘ per word. If you pay In advance, you save 50* billing charge. Deadline is Friday at 4:00 p.m. For Rent BANQUET HALL FOR RENT: Gun Lake. For recep­ tions, reunions, meetings. Bar and kitchen facilities avail­ able. Cali 672-7110. MIDDLEVILLE 3 BEDROOM farm house, dining and living room. Kitchen, garage. $475 per month plus deposit. 795-7722.__________ Garage Sale CALEDONIA ANNUAL 76TH Sl Sale multi family, 76th, 84th, Thornapple and Cherry Valley, May 19th, 20th, 21st, 9am-5pm. Clothes, bikes, antiques, furniture, vinyl floor ing, microwaves, housewares, dining table and chairs, books, tv’s, exercise equipment, and typewriter, computer, lawn mowers, and mi sc. FOUR FAMILY SALE dishes, knick knacks, toys, clothes, 2 refrigerators, and ceramic molds. May 19th & 20, Thurs­ day and Friday. 9 ? 6600 Whitneyvjlle, Middleville. GARAGE SALE 541 BERNARD Middleville, Thurs­ day and Friday, May 19th-20th, 8:30-5:00, collectables, clothing, antiques and mac. GARAGE SALE, 6 FAMI­ LIES, boat motor and trailer, 7 1/2’ four year old Christmas tree, Sharp Carousel microwave, household items, toys, and clothing, Saturday, May 21,9-5. 8525 84th Sl Just east of Whitneyville._______________ MAY 18th, 19th, 20th, MULTI family, large variety, 9am-5pm. 7832 W, State Rd., Middleville. MOVING SALE May 19th A 20th. Corner of McCann Rd and M-37. PINE EDGE - LISTENING VALLEY two subdivision sales, both off 68th Street, between Whitneyville and Alas­ ka Avenue. May 20th and 21st, 9-5. Baby equipment, kids clothes, toys, refrigerator, stove, furniture, air conditioner, de­ humidifier, file cabinet, wood stove. Trestle table, blinds, drap­ ery rods, designer cloches and much more. 38 YEARS OF ACCUMULA­ TION sofa & loveseal, hanging/ lamps. 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For information call Cathy 795-7620.____________ TREE TRIMING AND REMOVAL, stump grinding, free estimates, fully insured, we leave your yard clean. B A B Tree Service 795-7575. BOAT DOCKS oow stocking a complete line of Tommy Dock system. Durkee Lumber, Alto, 868-6026. Brochures Wedding Invitations MORE Jobs Wanted Quality Printing at Affordable Prices! NO JOBS TO BIG, NO JOBS TO SMALL- painting, lawn care, clean gutters, trash remov­ al, shrub and tree triming. Free estimates call 795-7100 ask for Duane. Call 945-9554 or stop by . .. 1952 N. Broadway (M-43) SUMMER BABYSITTING in my Caledonia home, swimming and fun activities provided, references available, ask for Tammy or Jody. 891-1631. profile, International Company, seeking people interested in color, cosmetics and fashion for Caledonia/Middleville area. Must be self motivated. Part/full time, training provided. 942-8113.__________________ ACCOUNTING SERVICE. WE OFFER A COMPLETE ACCOUNTING AND TAX SERVICE. FOR APPOINT­ MENT CALL 891-1886. 9958 CHERRY VALLEY, (M37) CALEDONIA. LOCATED IN CALEDONIA PLAZA. PLACE A CLASSIFIED AD in this paper 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by calling 948-4450 using a touch tone phone. Letterheads Business Cards Envelopes HOME MAKER WOULD like house cleaning work, call Becky at 891-0356._______________ Business Services TRIPLE CHECK TAX AND loveseat and recliner. $750 OBO. also small couch with hidc-a-way bed. $100. brown swivel rocker, $30. 795-3359. GET MORE NEWS! Subscribe today to the Hastings Banner. Only $13 per year in Barry County. Ph. 945-9554. BEAUTIFUL COUNTRY SETTING on Buehler Rd. 3 acres plus 1993 drywall double mobile on permanent founda­ tion. Call for appointment 868-6167. Help Wanted STEP AEROBIC CLASSES for men & women, 16 years & older. $35.00 for 10 classes or $4.00 per class. Page Elemen­ tary. Monday, Wednesday & Thursday. 6:30-7:45p.m. ACE Certified Instructor. For more information call 795-3930. 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Steve Donker. president of the Caledonia Board of Edu­ cation. said board members understand very well that they Computer technology is changing the way people learn and work and what it means to be a productive person. Public education must change, too. ,j Busman, who is Caledonia Schools' director of aca­ demics, will succeed Robert I. Myers, who is retiring June 30 Busman, however, is not stepping into quite the same job that Myers is leaving. Budget cuts brought on by the change in the state's school funding law will reduce the district's central 1 administrative team by one. Essentially, that means the school board will not hire anyone to take over Busman's present job of overseeing cur­ riculum and instruction. In­ stead, he will continue many of his old duties, as well as those of the superintendent. "Technology will play a huge role in my being able to handle that," he said. He explained that his com­ puter data base and the dis­ are asking Busman to handle what previously was two fulltime administrative jobs. "The board secs Doug as a superintendent whose role will differ from past superin­ tendents in that he will retain a strong focus on instruction and curriculum," Donker said. "But the board stands ready to help him in any way it can. We re just worried that he will try to do all the things that Bob (Myers) could do because he had more staff than Doug will have. However, he has the full support of the administration and the board, which we think will smooth his transition to superintendent. "We also hope the commu­ nity recognizes the extra re­ sponsibilities Doug is taking on with the elimination of one administrator from our central staff." Donker praised Busman as someone who has helped lead the district to "the forefront of education." "He is completely in tune with the direction Caledonia is taking," be said. Busman came to Caledonia seven years ago as the director of curriculum. He was given a two-year contract to organize and publish a K12 curriculum for the district. But by 1989, enough was going on in education to prompt the board to renew his contract and expand his title to director of academics. "Probably the most impor­ tant idea that was beginning to float around back then is that students must be actively engaged in their learning," Busman said. "Caledonia also had received several grants to allow it to re-think' and to re­ structure. More parents were becoming involved in the schools, too, and all these led to the board's belief in the need for someone to manage curriculum and instruction.” As superintendent, he said he sees his biggest challenge as involving the whole com­ munity, not just the school, as a learning resource. He pointed to last week's FACTS meeting as an exam­ ple of the schools' seeking community advice on what skills high school students must learn to be successful citizens. "We first must come to an See ‘Superintendent’ on page 2 Caledonia Legion Post 305 will conduct Memorial Day services at five area cemeteries, concluding with a noon parade down Main Street to Lakeside Cemetery. Caledonia to honor veterans in Memorial Day services Continuing a tradition at least 70 years old, the Caledonia American Legion Post 305 will conduct Memorial Day services Mon­ day at five different area cemeteries. The Legion Honor Guard, accompanied by area Boy Scouts and Caledonia band members, will begin the day with 9 a m. ceremonies at the Alaska Cemetery, located at the comer of 68th Street and Thomapple River Drive. The next service will begin at 9:45 a.m. at Blaine Cemetery on 68th Street just west of Kalamazoo Avenue. The Legion will arrive at Dutton Cemetery’ on Hanna Lake Road at 10:30 a m., and then travel to Holy Comers, at the comer of 84th Street and Kraft That service is schedul­ ed to begin at 11:15 a m At noon, the band. Scouts, Legionnaires and Legion Auxiliary members will step out in the annual parade down Main Street, marching to Lakeside Cemetery, where the final service of the day will be held. At each cemetery, local ministers will participate, a memorial wreath will be laid at the grave of a veteran and taps will be played, said Legion member Dave Stauf­ fer, who is coordinating the services. State Senator Richard Posthumus also will speak at each of the services, Stauffer said. Caledonia Boy Scout Troop 202 not only will participate in the services, but also will place flags on the graves of veterans at each cemetery. Stauffer said ‘We welcome entries for the parade, and we always ap­ preciate the nice turnout we get at each of the cemeteries," he added. "The community has always sup­ ported our Memorial Day services." The Caledonia Ixgion Post is one of the few in the state to visit so many sites on Memorial Day, but Stauffer said the round of services has been a tradition in Caledonia as long as he can remember. "And that goes back a ways," he said. "I know the Caledonia Legion has carried out these services for at least 70 years or more." 130-acre site provides room for high school, middle school Caledonia Board approves land purchase for schools by Barbara Gall Staff Writer With its purchase last week of 130 acres along Morse Lake Road, the Caledonia Board of Education took one more step toward completing a long-range building plan outlined two years ago in a senes of town meetings The board Tuesday approv­ ed a purchase agreement with Mike and Candice Bowman for farm acreage that will be earmarked for future middle school and high school sites The propertv is bounded by Morse Lake Road and 92nd Street According to the lO-year land contract proposal the school district will pay S3.5OO an acre for the property. w ith a $150,000 down payment The remainder of the purchase cost will be spread out in equal payments over the next 10 years at 8.5 percent interest Also included in the agree ment is a lease-back arrange- <i I believe the district will need to build on this site before 2009. However, if any of the tests fail or if the PA 116 situation falls through, then the deal is off. ’’ — Caledonia Superintendent Robert Myers mem. in which the Bowmans will farm the land for $25 an acre until a school is built or for 10 years If building has ax yet begun on the property m 10 years, the contract will be re­ negotiated The sale is contingent on successful soil and pen? tests and on whether the land can be removed from the Farmland Development Rights Agreement (Public Act 116). Under this agreement, the land is reserved for agricultural purposes until 2009. said Caledonia Superintendent Ruben Myers "I believe the district will need io build on this site before 2009." he added ’ However, if any of the tests fail or if the PA 116 situation falls through, then the deal is off The board approved a $1,000 payment to the Bowmans that will allow the district to begin the soil tests on the property immediately and then will <sk Bowne Township and then the state to approve the removal of the farmland from PA 116 That payment will be returned if the sale falls through. "The FACTS (Finding Answers to Caledonia’s Tomorrows) Committee two years ago recommended the schools pla/> for two high schools of about 1.200 students each, two 700-student middle schools and seven elememaries." Myers said. With its latest land pur­ chase. the district now has the two high schools, the two middle schools and five of the seven elementanes taken care of. he pointed out. A new middle school is under construction at a Kratt Avenue site, and is scheduled to open in the fall of 1995. That property is large enough to accommodate one of the anticipated new elemen­ tary schools Another future elementary site on 84th Street near Whitney ville Road also has been purchased by the board. Myers said that a 700-student middle school ideally needs about 40 acres of land, and a 1,200-student high school, with a complete athletic complex, needs about 100 ac res "In our minds, we see a high school, a middle school and a nice athletic complex on this new site, much like the one developed by Forest Hills Northern," he explained. "Now we’re hoping that all the soil tests are gtxxl for us, and that the PA 116 situation works out in our favor. ” In This Issue.... • Middleville village parking ordinance changed • Area landfill plan faces heavy opposition • Middleville Rotarian tallies 31 years of perfect attendance • Middleville man remains critical after near drowning �Page 2 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml t May 24, 1994 Middleville Village parking ordinance changed by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Some parking hi les in the village of Middleville will change after adoption of a new ordinance The Middleville Village Council changed the current ordinance at the last council meeting May 10 by clarifying the definition of “street ' The change will prohibit parking within the right of way The width will be measured from the center line of the roadway, with most of the village streets measuring 33 feet from center to edge. “Essentially, parking along the street on the grass along the edge or between the street and the sidewalk will be il­ legal.*' explained Middleville Police Chief Louis Shoemaker Council also approved an increase in the fines for illegal parking to a range of $10 to $4. depending on the offense The old fines ranged from $3 to $25 This will not change any other part of the ordinance, which will go into effect once the change is published. Parking on Mam Street in front of the Thornapple Township Hall also will change Township officials have asked that parking not be allowed on the street directly in front of the building because the vehicles obstruct the view of anyone pulling out of the township parking lot. Rather than designating the section as “no parking." council approved those two spaces for no parking from 8 a m to 5 p.m. weekdays “That way those spaces will be available on evenings and weekends when it is normally needed and won't affect the township offices," said Village President Lon Myers. Council also received word from Village Manager Ev Manshum that final approval on bonds for the sewer project were approved by the Barry County Board of Commissioners. Erhardt Construction Com­ pany has accepted the project at a cost of $2,009,880. a substantial savings from the $2.5 million estimate. Bonds will be taken out for the $2.5 million. Council will decide how to best invest the remaining amount later Though the proceeds from those bonds will not be receiv­ ed until around June 1. Erhardt is anxious to begin. Manshum said. So. groundbreaking for the sewer took place yesterday afternoon (Monday. May 23). a week ahead of the arrival of the money for the project. “Erhardt is fully aware of the fact that starting early is at their risk because the funds aren't available yet." said Manshum The groundbreaking ceremony was w itnessed by a mayoral delegation from Hart in conjunction with Mayor Exchange. Manshum and other representatives from Mid­ dleville will visit Hart Wednesday. May 25. when they will tour village facilities and have the chance to take a look at the working HartMontague bike trail In other recent business, the council: — Approved the repair of a “dangerous" storm sewer on the west side of Whtpporw ill at a cost of about S1.500. Manshum said that due to the concrete washing out. the opening was large enough for a small child or animal to fall into it. The Village Depart­ ment of Public Works will make repairs as soon as materials can be obtained. — Gave the go-ahead to put in a sidewalk on the north side of Greenwood from Robin to Bender at a cost of $2,063. That route is commonly us­ ed by high school students (Hi their way to school, but the sidewalk stops abruptly on the corner of Robin and Greenwood — Approved purchase of a new brush/chipper for $8,595 from Bandit Industries The village will receive a trade-in of $1.225 on the old one. — Will allow Phil's Pizzeria to place tables on the sidewalk in front of the business during nice weather, as long as it has adequate liability insurance. — Approved paving Sheridan Road for about $6,000. This will be done in conjunction with the State Street project and it will save the village nearly 50 percent in costs. — . Re-appointed Eldon Newmyer. Ray KoSpplinger. and George Hathaway to the Planning and Zoning Com­ mission; and appointed Ron Hooper and Mike Lytle to the Zoning Board of Appeals Newmyer noted that the Planning Commission is still one member short due to the recent death of Adam Chy rowski — Approved the formation of a joint planning committee with Thomapple Township consisting of three members from the village and three from the township. Newmyer said the commit tee should help to form a bet­ ter liaison with the township — Heard that the new police car was just waiting for the reflectonzed tape needed and it was expected at any time, according to Shoemaker. Since that meeting, the tape arrived and the car was ex­ pected to hit the road as early as last week in the middle of the week — OK'd Shoemaker s re­ quest to attend the national DARE convention in July. There is no cost to the village since it is funded through a grant through the school district. Asked Manshum to check into the job description for the village planner to see that it was in place Council then approved seeking a fulltime planner for the village at a salary of between $22,000 and $26,000 Middleville has been without a planner since part time planner Mark VanderPlocg left for a full time post with Caledonia Township Superintendent continued from page 1-------------------------------------------------------------------------------agreement as a community on where wc want to go in edu­ cation. Then, we must agree (Mi where we arc, and how we get to where wc want to be," he explained. "It sounds so simple, but if we don't accomplish that, the public schools will become increasingly obsolete. The is­ sue, then, is the relevance, and therefore, the very survival of public schools. "Public education has only ' an assembly-line' school model, built for batch­ processing students to work in the 'old' industrial system. But computer technology is changing the way people learn and work and what it means to be a productive person. Public education must change, too. The assembly­ it We first must come to an agreement as a community on where we want to go in education. Then, we must agree on where we are and how we want to get to where we want to be. 5 line school is no longer the most cost effective system, nor does it teach students the skills they need today." Busman said that the Cale­ donia district also faces shrinking revenues under the state's school funding reform. "The fact that we're now funded by (he state instead of our local taxpayers means we'll be spending less. So, the question becomes how to de­ liver quality with less money and in a world of instant in­ formation. We must ask our­ selves, given the present state of technology, what adds value to learning? "What is worth learning? And what are the skills our students need to succeed and to prosper?" Retiring Superintendent Myers, however, said he has great confidence in Busman s abilities to lead the district. "Doug has worked in this office for seven years, and is highly respected by our em­ ployees, the board, the staff and the community. I've al­ ready had many people tell me we couldn't have made a better choice," Myers said. "I feel comfortable that I’m leaving this school district in very competent hands. I know Doug will carry through very well, and maybe take us on to an even higher level." Before coming to Caledo­ nia, Busman served five years as a K-12 principal in Pentwa­ ter. He began his education career at Taylor Center High School where he taught for two years. He then taught at Ionia High School for a year and taught English and history in Portland before moving to the Pentwater principalship. A graduate of Eastern Michigan University with a bachelor's degree in history and a minor in English, he served two years in the Navy and then earned his master's degree in social studies educa­ tion at the University of Michigan. He completed his Ph D in educational adminis­ tration at Michigan State Uni­ versity in 1991. Busman and his wife, Linda, have two children. "This is a lime of tremen­ dous excitement for me and an enormous opportunity," said Busman. "Il's a chance to influence the direction of a community school system in a time when society is undergo­ ing great changes. It’s a time when education is vital to the survival of our country, so this is a big responsibility." Busman, who is the assis­ tant coach of his son s base­ ball team, added, "But I’ve learned that you’ve got to step up to the plate and not stand there with the bat on your shoulder. When the pitch comes, you’ve got to take a swing at it." Caledonia Schools Director ot Academics, Doug Busman, has been named the district's new superintendent. Busman will succeed Robert Myers, who is retiring in June. We May Be Able To Reduce Your Health Insurance Costs We Offer A Variety of Health Insurance Plans • Major Medical Plans • Short Term Major Medical Plan • Medicare Supplement For Individuals, Families and Employee Groups American Community M STAUFFER & WIGGERS Mutual Insurance Company hom One* t (kNpr INSURANCE AGENCY Cali us for a quote for all of your insurance needs. • Auto • Life • Health • Home • Business • Investment Caledonia Village Centre 9365 Cherry Valley Avenue Caledonia, Ml 49316 891-9294 �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / May 24, 1994 / Page 3 Landfill plan still faces heavy opposition by Jean Gallup Staff Writer Residents of Barry County have not changed their minds about expansion of the sanitary landfill since it was proposed almost a year ago. They were against it last August and still are vocally opposed to it today. The issue is the expansion of Hastings Sanitary Service from about 30 acres to be­ tween 48 to 52 acres, and amending the Barry County Solid Waste Plan to allow HSS to compete for solid waste from a dozen surrounding counties A public bearing to accept comments and opinions about the proposed expansion was held May 12 by the Barry County Solid Waste Planning Committee. After the committee members consider the public's comments, they will turn the proposed amendment over to the Barry County Board of Commissioners for consideration of their recommendation. If the commission approves the amendment, it goes to each city, village and township in the county for consideration. If a two-thirds majority of those 21 boards approve it. the Michigan Department of Natural Resources will make the final decision Chairman of the Barry County Solid Waste Planning Committee, Dr. V. Harry Adrounie, said the panel would not answer questions nor take part in discussion since the meeting was to accept public comment only. All who spoke at the public hearing declared their opposition to the idea of acccepting waste from 12 surrounding counties and taking in about four times the waste that Hastings Sanitary Service now accepts. The objections were the same as they have been at every other meeting where the topic was discussed — the effect on the environment around the landfill, what more traffic with larger trucks will do to the roads, and declining style of life and property values for neighbors of the facility. Also mentioned as reasons not to expand the landfill were the disruption of the quality of life in Barry County and keeping the landfill for county residents. One speaker remarked that he was also against "jeopardiz­ ing our lakes so a Detroit company can make a profit." Fred Swinkunas. who spoke to the members of the commission for about 35 minutes, asked why there wasn't more oversight, legal counsel or independent environmental studies on the matter. He compared the decision to make the landfill a regional business to his having major surgery, saying he would seek a sec­ ond opinion before having such surgery, and Barry County residents should have the right to a second opinion on the landfill question. Swinkunas also questioned why there were discrepencies in the figures on the amount of waste that might come into the county, what the words "active recycling program" in the amendment mean, and why the committee was not asking for reciprocal agreements with the counties where the waste originates. He said the expansion would have great impact that would stay with Barry County for generations, and was "something for the community to decide." When he called for a public referendum to put the question to a vote of the people, the crowd of about 175 responded with applause. They also applauded his suggestion that everyone interested contact their county com­ missioner and make their feelings known. When Swinkunas finished speaking, he received a standing ovation. Another speaker, Phyllis Anderson, said the landfill was in her "back yard," and she was "violently opposed" to the expansion. She said the general consensus was that nobody is in favor of the expansion, and she could not see one reason for the proposal to be approved. Anderson presented the committee with a petition that she said carried 2.500 signatures of people opposed to the idea, adding very few people declined to sign the petition. The committee will hold another meeting at 1:30 p.m. Friday, May 20, at Hastings High School td take public comment to ac­ commodate those who could not attend the evening meeting. The other counties involved in the amendment are Allegan, Calhoun, Clinton, Eaton, Ionia, Kalamazoo. Kent, Jackson, Ingham. Montcalm. Ottowa and Van Buren. The landfill is owned by Anthony Soave from Detroit, and is part of a large group of companies that includes predominately waste management businesses in the state. Another matter scheduled to be discussed by the solid waste planning committee, an amendment to change the solid waste plan, drew no attention or public comment at the meeting That change in the solid waste plan would allow Pitsch Companies to receive special waste such as demolition debris and contaminated soils from Barry County into its landfill in Ionia County. Caledonia grad earns degree at Purdue Thomas E. Bignall. a 1988 graduate of Caledonia High School and son of Wayne and Cheryl Bignall of Allo, will graduate with honors from Purdue University this month with a bachelor’s degree in athletic training. Bignall will continue his education at the University of Wyoming this fall. He will work toward a master's degree in athletic training. Tad Thatcher graduates at Adrian College Congratulations, Graduate! Your community is very proud of you and your accomplishments. We wish you continued success and happiness. We care about you. Sincerely, Mothers Against Drunk Driving $3 T. Thomas Thatcher of Middles die was among the graduates when Adnan Col­ lege was host for commencemen* ceremonies May 1. United Methodist Bishop Donald A. Ou gave the com­ mencement address and was presented an honorary Doctor of Divinity degree Thatcher received a bachelor of arts degree, magna cum iaude, in biology . A 1990 graduate of Tho map­ pie Kellogg High School, he is the son of Duane and Patricia Thatcher of Grand Rapids Street Rotarian tallies 31 years of perfect attendance by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer One of the Middleville Rotary ’s newer members. Jim Samfilippo. is actually a long­ time Rotarian who can claim 31 years of perfect attendance to weekly club meetings. “Having perfect attendance is something that Rotary asks you to do as a member." said Samfilippo. “It helps you keep your in­ terest and be informed of everything the club is doing .'' He explained that meetings can be made up by attending at another club's meeting time. “1 do travel quite a bit. and if I knew I couldn’t make the meeting. I would just plan to be at another. " The meetings can be made up either five days before or after the missed one “It gives you a chance to get to know other Rotarians in other communities.” Sam­ filippo said. At one point. Samfilippo had the chance to attend a meeting in Hawaii Rotary is an international group that has chapters worldwide. Members may at­ tend any of the meetings ac­ cording to Samfilippo. “Besides the fellowship you gain by attending. I am dedicated to Rotary because of the number of projects we do that help the community," he added. Samfilippo. who has been in real estate for more than 35 years, originally joined the Ecorse, Mich., chapter of Rotary in 1955. Rotary President Louis Shoemaker (right) pins a 31-year perfect attendance pin on the lapel of Jim Samfilippo. He was a member of that chapter until the mid-1960s, when he took an eight-year leave from the group. When Samfilippo re­ activated his membership in 1973, it was with the Taylor. Mich., Rotary When he and Josephine, his wife of 46 years, moved to this area in January 1993. Samfilippo transfered his home membership to the Mid­ dleville Rotary Club. During his 31 years in Rotary. Samfilippo has served in the capacity of each officer position including president in 196041. Now that he is semi retired, even though he continues to work as a real estate broker for the Yankee Pride-Gun Lake office, the family is en­ joying their new home on the southern end of Gun Lake. “Even thtmgh we have always lived neai the Detroit area, we’ve had a cottage here for 16 years,” Samfilippo explained “We always said when it was time to retire, we'd build * bigger house so there was room when our children and grandchildren came to visit.” �Page 4 / The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml / May 24, 1994 ■■■ ............... -—~ Neighbors With. NORMA VELDERMAN Good morning everyone Haven’t we had a wonderful week? Cay and Jana and Marsha Velderman (a cousin) have just returned from staying in the Yankee Springs State Park horseback riding area. The new horseback camping area is nice and there are real nice trails. This time of year is very good to do outdoor cam­ ping things. No deer flies, no black flies, no mosquitoes, cooler nights, but beautiful days. They had very little rain while they were doing their horse camping and outdoor things Jana leaves Sunday for Vic­ toria. British Columbia. Canada It's been a wonderful two weeks and we are certain­ ly going to miss her when she is gone Cay took her vacation so she and Jana could do thins together. They’ve both helped with so many jobs that Johnny and I can’t do very comfor­ tably any more Saturday Cay and Jana will be going over to visit son David in Ann Arbor. Son Ted and his son, Jason are coming down to spend the Saturday with them. David plans to take them up for a plane ride, now that he has his instrument rating. Saturday evening they are going to attend a play in Detroit. I believe it is called "Cats ' rhen Jana leaves for home on Sunday at 10:30. I have been reading a very interesting book called the “Gospels according to Jesus.’’ and it is an entirely different book than I thought it was Thomas Jefferson, while he was President, had ac­ quired a Greek Bible, a Jew is Torah, an English Bible and a French Bible He started com­ paring each one of the Bibles, collecting what each one said in the Gospels about Jesus, the things that Jesus said, and what Matthew. Mark and John said about Jesus and gave quotes of what Jesus said himself. He cut out of each Bible and pasted the same chapters in each one and lined them up. He made a notebook of all the Bibles and the similarities and the dif­ ferences. After doing this ex­ tensive study which he had done while was in the White House, he came to the conclu­ sion that you could tell the dif­ ference between what Jesus said and what the Apostles said were glaringly different as “a diamond from a dung hill.” And according to Jef­ ferson what Jesus said and what the aspostles said were not the same thing The apostles were where Chris­ tianity became a divided belief, due to the flavouring of each apostle. All my life I have wondered why there were so many chur­ ches and beliefs. Thomas Jef­ ferson cleared it up for me because each one of the apostles interpreted what they thought Jesus said from their own viewpoint but I’ve believed Jesus never created a church That was man’s doing and they all believed in Jesus, but. oh. how they changed what he said and really meant It was like solving a long, wonsome question in my mind. If some of you would like to read the book, it is call­ ed "The Gospels by Jesus. ” I believe the man who brought Jefferson’s work. I believe his name was Mike Shelton Jef­ ferson did this during his Presidency and no one had ever seen it until 1904. Each one of the representatives was given a copy of his work, it had been released from the Jefferson estate. 'Nuff gabbing, now for the weekly news. Russ Bender went to visit his sister. Florence Dickerson, and daughter Sue Sunday Johnny said he thought most of the com was in around this area The Thomapple Heritage Association will meet at the home of Jack and Jerry Spencer on Bender Road Wednesday. May 25. Guest speaker Mike Hook will talk on Lincoln. Dick and Lou Ward were gone for about a week. They went down to Lawrence. Ala . to attend their grand­ daughter Amy’s graduation. Mary Hayward said that the Middleville Methodist Church had an auction of all the ar­ ticles that the members brought The money raised was to help decorate the Sun­ day school rooms. They had a potluck dinner before the auction Edith Miller said they had a See Neighbors' on page 5 LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church — Serving a Living Lord SUNDAY........ 9:49 a.m., 11:00 a.m. fc 6.00 p.m. WEDNESDAY................................ Family Fellowship Prayer k Bible Study 7:00 p.m. 7240 68th Street, SE - Caledonia 2 mile* east of M-37 Pastor. Rev Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor, Darrel L. Schrock Music, Jeffery C. Vander Heide CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A church with a caring heart for our community and the world" Sunday Services....... 9:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. M-37 at 100th St., Caledonia, Ml Church Office: (616) 891-1512 Rev. Gerald Van Oyen Al Tiemeyer Community Calling FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville Bruce N. Stewart, Pastor Lee Taylor, Assistant Pastor kinday School 9:45 a.m. vunday Morning Worthip Service 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer 6:45 p.m. Word of Life Clubs 6:45 p.m. WELCOME TO Gaines United Brethren Church Kalamazoo Avenue at 92nd Street Caledonia, Michigan Telephone 696-8252 Pastor Mark Beers Pastor Scott Taylor Reaching People With Christ 8:30 am to 9:30 am — First Worship Service 9:30 am to 9:45 am — Coffee Fellowship 9:45 am to 10:45 am — Sunday School 10:45 am to 11:00 am — Coffee Fellowship 11:00 am to 12:00 — Second Worship Service Nursery and Childrens Church will be provided during both services "Sat tn example In xpeertt. in Mt. in fovt. in t»th and m purity 1 Timothy 4:12 LAKESIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH CHRISTIAN REFORMED 6201 Whitneyville Avenue Sunday School........................ 9:30 a m. Sun. Morning Worship 10:30 a.m. Evening Service.................... 6 00 p.m. Rev. Bernard Mulder, Pastor 868-6306 LEIGHTON UNITED METHODIST Peace Reformed Church Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Sunday Worship Services....... 8:30 or 11:00,6:00 Sunday Morning Worship (Interpreted lor hearing impaired)................. 9:30 a.m. Sunday Evening Service................................................... 6:30p.m. Wednesday Night ‘‘Family Night” Pioneer Club Prayer Meeting - Wednesday.............................. 7:00 p.m. Youth Fellowship - Sunday.................................. 5:00 p.m. RAY TOWNSEND. Pastor TIM DOUBLESTEIN. Youth Director 891-8028 YOU ARE INVITED Saturday Evening Mass............................... 5 00 p.m. KETTLE LAKE INDEPENDENT REFORMED Proclaiming the Historic Reformed Faith. Services at 9:30 am and 6:00 p.m. Rev Roger Timmerman, Pastor Worshipping at Kettle Lake School on Whitneyville Rd South of 68th Street CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST Church School................. 9:30 a.m. Choir Practice ................. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service............. 10:30 am. 250 Vine Street Church Office 891-8669 Parsonage 891-8167 Rev. Bobby Dale Whitlock 795 3667 WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH MIDDLEVILLE and PARMELEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES 8546 Whitneyville Ave at 84th St •891-8661 "The Chuch where ewtoofy s sor^etxxh and Jesus Christ is Lord" 111 Church Street Sunaaf School................... .................. 9 30 am Sunday Momrg Wonfvp.................... 10 30 am Sunday Evemng Wontvp........................ 600 p.m. Wea MKTwee* P’ayer 5 Boe Skxty 700 p.m HtorrJoaori RxXr ^eve.ocxsor Ajstx Ume.oonet “God Cares for You” Cornerstone Wesleyan Church School Youth Group and Adult Classes For information call: 891-81 19 __ 708 West Main Street Phone 891-9259 6:45-8:15 Includes Adventure Club. Chon for Children and Adults. High (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday........................ 6:30 p.m Morning Worship Service............ 10:00 a m. Sunday School.............................. 11:15 a.m. Evening Worship Service................ 6 00 p.m. Sunday Mass........................ 9:00 a.m. 4 11:00 a.m. 9:45-10:45 Sunday School.................................................................. 11:10a.m. Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Rev. James Cusack Children sChurch/Youth Worship during morning wrvicc*, Canway Si puppet ministry for K4th during evenmf lervica Sunday School MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Barner Free • M 37 between Caledonia A Middleville Parmelee Morning Worship........... 9 30 a m Miaaievilie Sunday School............ 9 45 a m Middleville Worship...................... 1100 a m Rev. Lynn Wagner — 795-3798 Rev. Carroll Fowler — 765-5316 St. Paul Lutheran Kraft Ave & 84th St., Caledonia, Ml (Missouri Synod) "Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. " Rom. 12:10 First Service.................................... 8:30 a m. Sunday School 945 am (Fellowship Coffee 9 45 a m. to 10 00 am.) Bible Classes.. 10 00 a m Second Service 11 00 a m. (All Services have a Nursery available) Rev. Robert GerIce Office. 891-8688 Church 891-9878 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 12200 Chief Noonday R<«d (at Gun Lake) Wayland, Michigan 49348 • 795-7903 Barner Free / Programs for All Ages Sunday Worship 10.00 am Sunday School 11:15 a m. Wednesday Family Night*’ 6 00 p m. Inspirit^, PrMliK, Church Office Phone - 795-9266 (Tl|r (Did JHrtl|i)dist (Church 5590 Whitneyville Ave . SE. Alto, Michigan 49302 The Reorganized CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST of Latter Day Saints Sunday School................... 10:00 a m. 8146 68<h St near Whitneyville Ave Morning Worship............ 11:00 a.m. . 0^0^ Church School, Qr Sunday .10:00 am. Evening Worship ..................... 6:00p.m. o Morning Worthip .... 11 00 a tn Services — Wednesday Prayer Meeting/ » Evening Worihip 6 00 pm. Sunday School..................... 1000 a_m Children's Classes 7 00 p m Wed Felkrwdup7 30pm Morning Worship............................... 11O0a_m. (in homes or church) call Evening Worship... 600p.m Rovk Bailard, Pastor Pastor Lloyd DeVormer Sr. 897-7407 - 868-6437 Pastor Jeffrey Lee Phone 795-7076 Meeting at the Comer of Wood School Rd. and Wing Rd. �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I May 24, 1994 / Page 5 Discussion continues on home occupation ordinance Planning Commision OKs special use for studio by Barbara Gall Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Planning Commission contin­ ues to wrestle with the sticky problem of defining what kinds of home occupations "fit" in residential areas Because the Caledonia area no longer is primarily rural, with residents living on large parcels, the commission is rewriting its home occupation ordinance. Residents and commission­ ers discussed, in a public hearing May 16, the possible impact one such home use, a pottery business, could have on an upscale neighborhcxKxl Steve and Shannon Gould, 7777 Burrstone, had requested a special land use permit to allow Shannon to build a 1,605 square-foot pottery studio adjacent to their home, which is located on a 10-acre parcel in Burrstone Estates. The area now is zoned agricultural. Her business fits the town­ ship's criteria for a home oc­ cupation: • No one outside the family works in the business. Indeed, Shannons is a one-woman business. • The work is conducted entirely within a studio, and Gould sells her work away from the residence, al art fairs and through galleries. Gould does not plan to display or sell her pottery at the proposed studio The studio will generate little traffic. • Equipment used in the business is similar in power and type to that used in a household. Though a kiln for firing the pottery is not com­ mon to most kitchens, it is like an oven and operates very quietly. • The business will not oc­ cupy more than one-half of one story of the residence. She said the studio, which will be hidden from street view by a hill and by trees on the property, will match the house in its design and siding. Steve Gould said that the site plan would be subject to the approval of the Burrstone development's Architectural Committee, but he said he also wanted to be up front with the township in asking for the special use for the home occupation The Planning Commission approved the request after discussing neighbors' concerns about a second driveway the Goulds plan to construct for street access to the studio. After several neighbors echoed this concern. Shannon Gould said that she and her husband planned the second drive because it actually would be less obvious than cutting through the hill to branch off from the existing drive. Building the second drive also would require cutting down fewer trees, she said. After the hearing was closed. Township Planner Mark VanderPloeg said the Goulds' home occupation re­ quest meets ordinance re­ quirements. He also said that after visiting the site, he did not think the second drive would create a safety problem for neighbors Commissioner John Dieleman pointed out that in a few years the 10-acre lots in that development could be split, which would create many more driveways and more traffic than this studio. The commission agreed unanimously to grant the spe­ cial use. pending approval of the plan by the Burrstone Es­ tates Architectural Commit­ tee. The commission also added the condition that retail sales at the site be limited to "incidental" sales. Should the property be sold, the special use granted for the site would be subject to review by the Planning Commission. Ln a related work session, the commission continued to work on revising the home occupation ordinance. The Betty Newman attended a baby shower at grandson Troy’s wife at John and Carol Newman’s home. At the baby shower were three babies ;one was Lone’s, one was Troy’s, and the other granddaughter. 1 forget her name, was all at the shower so they all got to see the new babies. Elaine Northrup has been babysitting over the weekend and is now enjoying being bv Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Students at West and Page Elementary schools in Mid­ dleville celebrated Earth Day 1994 in a ‘big’ way by adop­ ting whales Maggie Jagnecki's classroom at Page and Barb Benner s room at West were responsible for coordinating the project at their individual schools That included making up ballots to circulate to all of the students and then tallying the results, making posters and supervising the collection of pop bottles and cans that were cashed in to help pay the adoption fee West students voted to adopt Salt She is one of the most photographed and most easily recognized humpbacks in the world according to literature provided by Friends of the Ocean and the International Wildlife Organization that sponsors the program. Salt is full of personality and was sighted 28 times in alone. Loves to help out when needed, but loves her peace and quiet also. Lois and Don Stauffer went over to son’s home in Gary, Ind . on Sunday for a belated Mother’s Day get-together On Mother's Day. Lois and Don had been in Slippery Rock. Pa., visiting their other son Got a hold of May Bauerman. She is feeling a little bet- Looking Good for Summer... AUSTRALIAN GOLD Dark Tanning Accelerator 8 Reg. MO • ONLY Speeds your natural process to deliver the fastest, darkest tan possible. (For use outdoors and in tanners.) Summerize Your Hair with ... HI-LITES! Starting at only Includes blow dry & style. BABYLON HAIR i TANNING SALON 114 River Street, Middleville Appointments Preferred ing through the special use application process. Home occupations not on the list and not similar to those the list would require a special use permit from the Planning Commission, which first would hold a public bearing on such a request The commission did not take action on the revision, and will continue its discus­ sion of this ordinance. West, Page each adopt a whale Barb Benner's students at West Elementary worked hard to organize a cam paign to raise money to adopt a whale. 1992 She is also the mother of six calves. Page students voted to adopt Colt. He was sighted 13 times last year in the Atlantic Ocean, his home. Colt is a showoff and is Neighbors continued from page 4------------------------------------ ----------picture party Sunday. Dorothy Conklin from River Bend, it was at her home. They all brught and exchang­ ed their slides and had a good time sharing their trip to Hawaii. Thelma Carl said her nephew. Calvin, is feeling a little better and can eat much more. He gets around with a cane. Each week seems to im­ prove just a little. new version divides home oc­ cupations into "major" and "minor" groups, and provides a list of home occupations tn each group that automatically are acceptable in the town­ ship. provided they meet zon­ ing and deed restrictions. The ordinance also states that home occupations not on the list, but deemed similar by the Planning Commission, may be approved without go­ /saac 795-6005 Open 6 days a week — Monday thru Saturday J ter now. She went out to look at both strawberry patches, one already has strawberries on it and some of the patches were frosted, but there were some strawberries there, enough for her family to pick. Neva Kenyon said she was retiring after 28 years of working up at the school. She worked for Lawrence for awhile, in the counseling area, for various people, but now she is retiring. Mary Noah said she went up north with her family, then Greg came over and she gets to see her ocher grandsons up there. She’s always glad to go. but is glad to come home to her home in Lincoln Meadows, which she thoroughly enjoys. Luana Tolan attended Kim Streeter’s bridal shower Sun­ day afternoon They’re get­ ting married this month. Joyce Hula and Luana Tolan gave the shower at Joyce’shome, just a family bndal shower. Sunday Lib Palmer went out to dinner at daughter's Enid Trip’s. Lib and son and grandson and great grandson were there The whole family attended Virginia Root said that Min­ nie Gibson from Hopkins came to visit her Friday and they went out to Country Basket for lunch Florence Fiaia said that she is just keeping busy, attending soccer games and enjoying life Katie Wiennga said she got home from Wyoming and she is starting golfing now over at the Yankee Springs Golf Course famous for his close ap­ proaches to the boats. Each school will receive a 5-by-7 photograph of their adoptee Funds that come into the Whale Adoption Project are used for research, education, and the maintenance of the Navaho, a boat that is used to help return beached whales to the open sea. The Navaho also helps release whales and sea turtles that become trapped in fishing nets All of the students studied about whales and some even got to listen to recording of the whale song BINGO American Legion Poet #305 9548 Cherry Valley. Caledonia • THURSDAY • Early Bird 6:30 p.m. �Page 6 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / May 24, 1994 Growth brings concern for safe drinking water Caledonia Planning Commission recommends public water systems policy by Barbara Gail Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Planning Commission Iasi week reviewed and approved a resolution calling for the Township Board to approve a policy that would set stan­ dards for public water supply systems in the township. The imminent construction of a sanitary sewer system along M-37 and west on 76th Street has aroused residents' and commissioners concern that an adequate and safe supply of drinking water also be provided to those areas Several high density devel­ opments are planning to pro­ vide on-site water systems, but the Planning Commission hopes to ensure that not only safe drinking water supplies, but also fire protection water supplies will be adequate. While all public waler sys­ tems arc subject to state ap­ proval, the commission be­ lieves the township should adopt additional uniform standards for such systems in its jurisdiction. Township Attorney James Brown said that in order to implement this policy, the township would have to make some changes in its zoning ordinances. The policy itself is not a law, he said, but rep­ resents the township's stand on this issue. "The real value (of the pol­ icy) is in being able to hand this to a developer, along with the other information we pro­ vide. and say this is the way we'd like you to do this." Brown said. The policy would be espe­ cially important if the pro­ posed development were in the path of a planned public water system, he added The policy outlines which state and local standards and regulations developers should use in designing a public wa­ ter system. The policy also lists several other township criteria that "amplify" the state regula­ tions, including: • All public water systems must be capable of supplying water for fire protection. • All public water supply systems must be designed to facilitate expansion and ex­ tension to avoid multiple sep­ arate systems. • A developer building a waler system in phases will provide the township with a letter of credit for the cost of the construction of future phases. • A reliability study will be submitted to the township, with all requests to extend an existing public water system. • Public water systems shall be "looped" to avoid dead-end mains whenever possible. • Any public waler system that does not include elevated storage shall include a standby power system to provide an uninterrrupted water supply to customers. • Distribution and transmis­ sion mains will be sized based on computer-mode led de­ signs to verify future system performance. • Caledonia Township water system standards will take precedence over county specifications whenever a conflict exists. • Requests for new systems or to extend existing ones will be reviewed by the township engineer before being submit­ ted to the Michigan Depart­ ment of Public Health for a construction permit. • Well houses, well sites and water storage facilities must have paved access roads, security fences and alarm sys­ tems acceptable to the town­ ship. • Groundwater supplies must be protected from pollu­ tion by adequate wellhead protection and site isolation from potential pollution sources. The recommended policy now will be sent to the Town­ ship Board for its considera­ tion. The Caledonia School Board honored these retiring staff members at* its meeting last week. From the left are Bill Bonasczak. Arda Cushman, Jack Berends, Harley Mulder, Robert Myers, Wilo Bockstahler, Kay Newell and Col Keizer. Not pictured are retirees Lee Himmelein and John Soderman. Outgoing staff represent 258 years of service Caledonia Schools honor retiring employees by Barbara Gail Staff Writer The Caledonia School Board last week honored 10 retiring employees, who together represented a total of 258.5 years with the Caledonia Schools. A reception for the retirees and their guests preceded the regular board meeting, when each of the veteran staff received a Caledonia "C" and a certificate of apprecia­ tion for their many years of service. Honored were Katherine Newell, who served 35.5 years primarily as an English and math teacher, but who also taught home economics and at the elementary level; William Banaszak. 35 years, coach, science and physical education teacher; H Calvin Kaizer, 31.5 years, math and science teacher. Also. Harley Mulder, 30 years, elementary teacher and coach; John Soderman. 30 years, physical education teacher, coach ami athletic director; Arda Cushman. 28 years, elementary teacher Wila Bockstahler served 22 years as an instructional aide; Jack Berends. 20 years, as a math teacher ami coach. Carlenc Himmelein. 19 years as a district bus driver and Robert Myers. 7.5 years as the superintendent of schixils Caledonia grads display research project at CMU Thee Place for PTANNING and NAILS 891-4040 9790 Cherry Valley Road (M-37) Fan>’» Plm in COttonii OPEN Monday fnd«y 8 «.m 10 8 pm. Open «t 8 am SeturOm Research projects by David Johnson and Tom Purdy of Caledonia and Scott Scholten of Hudsonville were displayed at a Central Michigan Univer­ sity student exposition recently. The Undergraduate Research and Creative Endeavors Exposition Lawn Care & Maintenance Equipment • Rollers • Thatcher • Tillers • Chippers • Lawn Sprayers ADEM Monday. Memorial Day Ur Civ 8 a.m. to 12 noon Party Canopies, Tables & Chairs 4WD Tractor w/Loader 3 PT Hitch Rototiller ... Landscape Rake Rear Blade Gill Pulverizer................ Bobcat Skidsteer Loader Trencher....................... Mini Excavator (8 foot) M3000 $75°° 13500 s35°° 15O00 H3000 H0000 M5500 day day Ret tp Service $30°° featured displays and com­ puter and video demonstra­ tions of class projects, senior thesis and other research projects. "The exposition recognized the excellent scholarly work being done by undergraduate students at CMU,” said Carole Beere, dean of graduate studies and assistant vice president for research. “Too often, scholarly research is associated only with faculty and graduate students when, in fact, undergraduates also are ac­ tively involved in creating and disseminating knowledge.” Johnson, a senior at CMU majoring in mathematics and elementary education, and his research partner collected narrative recollections in mathematics and elementary education, and his research partner collected narrative recollections from parents about school issues. Their research goal was to gam a better understanding of the ideas children have about school and learning. "As future teachers, we hope to become more sen­ sitive to themes that help form a child's earliest views about school,” said Johnson. "This information will help inform our attitudes and approaches to teaching so that all children have a greater opportunity for learning.” Johnson is a graduate of Caledonia High School and is the son of Dennis and Carol Johnson. Purdy, a senior at CMU majoring in geology, hydrogeology and earth science, was a member of an eight-student research team that analyzed rock and mineral samples from Michigan's Iron County. Purdy is a graduate of Caledonia High School and is the son of Tom and Marlene Purdy Scholten, a senior at CMU majoring in biology, in­ vestigated the mortality of the zebra mussel, a small freshwater clam introduced into the Great Lakes in 1988. Zebra mussels pose a threat to Michigan industry and wildlife by clogging industrial intake pipes and disrupting the game fish food chain Scholten tested the reaction of zebra mussels kept in solu­ tions with different pH values over a 14-day period. / Boat insurance written by a boatowner ! Wolverine Mutual's president needed insurance for his lx*at n So now you can get coverage most companies sell separately • No age limi t /or most boats II J ■» Coverage for boats with speeds up to 55 mph 10% credit /or experience or training 5% credit for adult operators (^overage for boats costing up to $21X7,000 One deductible corers your boat plus accessories 12 months of coverage for 4 months ofpremium Wolverine Mutual Insurance Company J.L. Schwartz Insurance Agency Ow bin a Wz 497 Artmgton St (M-37) Middlwilie Ml 49333 Call: 795-3302 or 891 8208 �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml I May 24, 1994 / Page 7 Clair Henry Waite | Obituaries Mrs. Zada M. Kimmey____________ HASTINGS - Mrs Zada M. Kimmey, 90, passed away on Tuesday, May 17, 1994 at Pennock Hospital in Hastings. She was born on December 24, 1903 at Yankee Springs Township, the daughter of John and Sarah (Streeter) Lewis. She was raised in Grand Rapids and attended South High School and Western Michigan College, graduating in 1925. She married Donald D. Kimmey on May 20, 1920 at South Bend, Indiana. Mrs. Kimmey was employ­ ed at various schools in Barry County She is survived by her son, Lyman (Norma) Kimmey of Cobb Lake, Wayland; three granddaughters, Nyla (Dean) Rounds, Brenda (Evan) Seifert and Katy (Dan) Price; two great-granddaughters, six great-grandsons Funeral services were held on Thursday morning, May 19, at the Beeler Funeral Home with Pastor Michael Anton officiated. Intermem at Coman Cemetery, Middleville. Memorial contributions may be made to Pennock Hospital. Ronald R. Ray__ David IV. A dams CALEDONIA - David W Adams, 69, passed away Thursday, May 19, 1994 at his home. Mr. Adams was bom on January 26, 1925 in Chicago, Illinois, the son of Gerald Lyle and Louise (Osthoff) Adams. He attended Thornapple Kellogg Schools, graduating in 1942. Mr Adams was married to Elna J. Osmer December 6, 1947. He was employed at Auto­ Cast as a foreman. Mr Adams is survived by his wife, Elna J. Adams; two daughters, Lizbeth (Michael) Joshua D. Harold In loving memory of Joshua D. Harold, who embraced his Heavenly Father Friday, May 13, 1994. He is survived by his father, Kirt D. (Cora) Harold; mother Nicole Oesch; brother, Desmond A. Harold; and anxi­ ously awaited unborn sister, Kyre’ A. Harold. Joshua, now in the embrace of our Heavenly Father will be forever tenderly remembered by his daddy, grandparents, James and Kathryn Elmer Jr.; Robert and Eunice Harold; great-grandparents, Robert (Clara) Lowing, Dale (Mary) Harold; great great­ grandmothers, Shirley Elmer and Johanna Reybum; Uncle Bret (Joni) Harold, Uncle Randy (Kim) Harold, Uncle Jimmy (Kristi) Elmer III; Aunt Rebecca (Bernie) Harold; and many great aunts, uncles, and cousins. May God’s Holy Angels hold and keep you until we meet again. Good-bye little Joshua. Daddy loves you son. Hill” *84. He was a self-employed ow ner of Waites Tool and Die Shop for 38 years. He is survived by his wife, Barbara; step-children, Marc L. Fleischmann of Warrenton. Virginia, Karen and David Hahn. Frederick and Shirley Fleischmann and David and Susan Fleischmann all of Cale­ donia; ten grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and three nieces. Funeral services were held Saturday, May 14, ar the Cale­ donia Funeral Chapel with Pastor Bobby Dale Whitlock officiating. Burial was in Alas­ ka Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Boy Scouts of America, Caledonia Troop <202. CALEDONIA ■ Clair Henry Waite, 77, of 68th Street, Cale­ donia, passed away on Wednesday . May 18, 1994 at St Mary’s Hospital He was bom on July 11, 1916 in Grand Rapids, the son of Hazle and Belva (Ellis) Waite. He married Barbara Foecke. He completed four years of college. He was a retired Captain of the United States Army, member of 126<h Infan­ try Regiment, Michigan National Guard, 32nd. Divi­ sion for 32 years. Mr Waite participated in the Normandy Invasion of Europe with the 79th. Divi­ sion. 315th. Regiment, Company M, and was wound­ ed in action on July 9, 1944, at SL Lo, France, fighting the Nazi SS Troups at “Bloody Seiloff of Alto, Laurel (John) Pitt, Jr. of Delton; two sons, Donald (Joan) Adams of Plainwell, Brian Adams of Caledo­ nia; five grandchildren, April, Holly, Shawna, Celeste, Curtis; one brother, Gerald Adams of Caledonia; nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service was held Saturday, May 21st, at the Beeler Funeral Chapel with Reverend Gary Finkbeiner officiating, Interment at Blain Cemetery, Gaines Township. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Home, Middleville. Phone ALTO - Ronald R. Ray, 63, of Alto, passed away Sunday, May 15, 1994. He was bom July 1, 1930 to Richard and Catherine (Bogan) Ray. Mr. Ray was a Veteran of the Korean War He was an Engineer for Consumers Power Mr. Ray is survived by his wife, Jean G. (Hudspeth) Ray; his children, Kerry (Keith) Koning, James (Marcia) Ray, Jody (Deborah) Ray, Robin Ray; grandchildren, Rebecca, Bryan, Jessica, Emily and Tyler; his mother, Catherine Ray; brother, Dale Ray; and sister, Carol Willard. Funeral services were field Wednesday May 18, 1994 at the Caledonia Funeral Chapel. Interment at Winchester Cemetery. Memorial contributions are suggested to Hospice of Grea­ ter Grand Rapids or the Ameri­ can Cancer Society. Caledonia Chapel, DeVries - Kuiper - DeGraaf - Matthysse 795-3345 for SUN & NEWS ACTION ADS! ... 'SJ m TK Bulletin Board Mas 23-27 — 4th grade camp (see actrvites below) May 24-26 - At West. Art Talks for third grade: Let’s Tell a Story w ith Art “Meet the School Board Candidates Night” at T.K. High School Cafeteria. 7 p.m. May 25 — M-W Kindergarten will take a field trip to Binder Park Zoo. First grade field day May 26 — T-Th Kindergarten to Binder Park Zoo. May 27 — A Volunteer Brunch will be at Page El. cafeteria at 10 am.. for all those that Volunteered at Page this year. Last day for M.S. collections of D&W. Spartan, and Campbell soup labels May 29 — H S. graduation. 3 p m. (We’ll miss you. Seniors!) May 30 — No school. Memorial Field Days. June 1-2 — 4th grade. Field Days. June 1 — M-W Kindergarten Field Day. 5th grade to Splash Looking Ahead.... June 2 — T-Th Kindergarten Field Day. Immunization Clinic will be made available for students that need their immuniza tions up to date. At the H.S auditorium from 9-11 a m and 1-4 p.m. June 3 — Popcorn at West and alternating Kindergarten June 5 — Tour de Cure bike event for diabetes at Page. June 6-9 — Swimming for Kindergarten and Mrs. Warren’s 1st graders June 6 — Field Day and Family Picnic for 2nd grade Page Follies! June 7-8 — 5th grade Field Days. June 7 — Last Donut day at the M.S. June 9 — Field Day and Family Picnic for 3rd grade M.S. picnic at Gun Lake. June 10 — Last day of school. 9 a m 12 ixxm June 13 — School Board meeting at the H.S. library. 7:30 p.m. June 10-15 — H.S. Band goes to Orlando. Florida July 26-28 — H.S. Band camp goes to Adrian College Fourth Grade Camp — There will be Archery. Weaving. Pine Cone Art. Compass orienteering. Storytelling. Dulcimers. 256 hr. Nature Hike. Lacrosse and Pottery C ongratulations! To Mrs Voni Lucas, who was voted the P.E.T.’s Volunteer of the Year! 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Caledonia Schools Superintendent Robert Myers said the money received May 10 is a one-time shot tn the arm for a district facing declining revenues In a 4-3 vote, however, the Caledonia School Board Tues­ day decided not to use the money to reinstate a noon bus run for kindergarteners Myers explained that the out of-the blue bonus was a partial refund of the $662,000 sent in by Caledonia as part of the tax based sharing law passed by the state legislature in 1992 The law required the former •‘out-of-formula" school districts to pay a share of their tax revenues, supposedly to be distributed to less prosperous districts that lacked a strong property tax base However, the law was challenged by a group of out of-formula districts, and the funds were frozen until the court reached a decision on the validity of the legislation. “The check arrived with a message saying that tax-based sharing was found improper, and therefore the state was returning $419.(X)0 of our funds " Mvcrs said The remainder of the Caledonia payment was not returned because it was “recaptured" by the state, he said. School Business Manager Judi Dean explained that under the former tax law's, the state “recaptured" out-offormula school payments to help fund the "in-formula” districts. “Now. we really don’t know what they will do with those recaptured funds since the passage of Proposal ‘A’ makes all Michigan school districts in-formula." she said. • ‘That is a question for Lan­ sing to answer. " Though Caledonia did not get a total refund of its pay­ ment. the unexpected windfall was good news for the district, which just cut $700,000 from next year’s operating budget At last weeks meeting, however, the school board decided against using some of the money to reinstate the noon bus run for half-day kindergarten students. The daily noon run had been one of the cuts approved by the board as it struggled with the budget shortfall created by the change in slate funding for schools under Proposal A The special kindergarten run would have cost the district $37,000 next year The three elementary prin­ cipals. however, asked the board to reconsider its deci­ sion to cut the noon run as part of its financial belt-tightening. Caledonia now offers parents the choice of either half-day or AD-AD (all-day alternate-day) kindergarten programs for their children. Kettle Lake Principal Jeff Worman pointed out that parents had registered their children for the half-day kindergarten option with the understanding that the noon bus service would provide transportation for their students “Parents (in the half-day program) are willing to try some alternatives, like the Kids Komer (day care) pro­ gram. but they have asked that if possible they would like to have the bus run returned." Worman said “I feel we made a commit­ ment by offering the half-day program, and I would like us to honor that commitment without having to ask parents to pay money to participate in it." he said He said that 61 students so far have been enrolled in the half-day program, while 113 arc enrolled in the AD-AD EARLY DEADLINES ...because of the holiday. -for- 74* Th<SjjngndNeu)$ • I remmoer mRPLEVRU news .'’•‘-mews All DISPLAY AD COPY Deadline is 5 p.m. Thursday classified Deadline is Noon Friday pooled resources and fund will provide a cost savprogram habilities to act as their own ings to the district and provide “I imagine that quite likely, self-insurers as allowed by the a dividend payment in four budget constraints will state Dean said joining the years. eliminate the half-day option in the future." Worman said, but he added that the prin­ cipals would like to honor the parents’ choice this year. He said that many of the parents who have chosen the half-day program feel it is in­ deed preferable for their children. But board members noted that, using the present figures, the district would be spending about $600 per student, just to make that bus run. Reminding the principals that all programs had to take a cut. the board reluctantly voted 4-3 against reinstating the service. Voting to reinstate the pro­ gram were Sharon Oat ley. Gordon DeBlaay and Jim Gless. Fred Bone her. Steve Abigail LaBin takes a moment out for relaxation Donker. John Finkbeiner and with a stuffed penquin that reminds her of one of her Bernie Nagel voted “no." Myers said after the prize-winning story's characters. meeting that the board faced a tough decision on the issue. The refund means we re not in as much trouble as we thought for next year, but the board knows that in the following year, we’ll be in adopted Griz as its daddy by Margaret Fowler trouble again " (even though he hates Staff Writer Dean agreed. Creative writer, future penguins) “Since it’s just a one-time In the end of the story, it’s engineer and problem solver payment, probably the fairest are all terms that can apply to the penquin that saves Griz thing to do is use it for a one­ when he is overcome by the Abigail LaBin. a sophomore time expenditure, like com­ at Thomapple Kellogg High frigid Antarctic weather while puters or some improvement trying to make a rescue School to our facilities, rather than “1 had a lot of fun writing LaBin. who was a member for a service that we’d want to the story," said luiBin “Mr of the 1994 TK I•ulure Pro continue year after year,” she blem Solving Team, decided (Kevin) Briggs, my coach, said. to take one step further into was unbelievably helpful. “I think our board is trying “When I decided to have a that competition by writing an to be fiscally responsible, but original story dealing with one penguin in the story, it all it is hard to have to take away started to take shape," laBin subject from the contest. a service for our kids and their Her 1,500-word scenario said. parents." Myers said. She has always felt that set in Antarctica titled, “ A In other business, the Paler Shade of White," cap­ English and writing were her board: tured third place in state strong areas — Approved the Personnel But LaBin now sees competition. Committee’s recommendation The story then placed in the chemical engineering as a to hire Caledonia’s Director semifinals in national possibility for a future career. of Academics. Doug Busman, Her acceptance into a one competition. to replace retiring Superinten­ LaBin summarizes her week summer engineering dent Robert Myers. (See program at the University of scenario: related story.) "In 2036, Antarctica has Michigan will give LaBin the — Approved an estimated chance to find out more about become overcrowded. $318,350 worth of building Tourism is causing an ex­ engineering. improvements district-wide. LaBin is one of only 50 cessive amount of human traf­ The board had budgeted fic on the fragile continent. sophomore and junior women $483,000 for this work. who will be accepted for the With the boom of commercial — Set June 14 for the enterprise, scientific research program 1994-95 district budget hear­ The goal of that program is has taken a back seat to the ing. The board also will hold entertainment industry and to encourage young women to its regular meeting on that explore engineering and, has lost its former flavour. date instead of June 21. Jack Schultz is one man who ultimately, to enter the — Approved a resolution went South with the Antarctic engineering field for the district to join the West LaBin, who has attended Expansion and is now trying Michigan Workers Compen­ to cope with the commer­ TK schools all of her life, sation Fund, in which a group cialization of his rugged doesn't limit herself to just a of area school districts have few activities paradise." Besides taking a full load of Schultz, who is nicknamed "Griz," keeps a general store college prep classes, she also and does search and rescue participates in forensics, plays softball, has had parts in the when tourists get lost. LaBin adds some humor to TK drama productions, and the story by including an or­ plays in the band. phaned penguin that has TK student earns state, national honors for story llllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllll we've Moved! MACOMBER WELDING & MILLWRIGHT SERVICE, INC. • Custom Fabrication • Welding & Repair • • Installers of Material Handling Equipment • • Steel — New & Used • • ARC • MIC • TIC • PORTABLE WELDING Now located at... 3255 68th Street S.E., Dutton, Ml 49316 S® IV/ 698-0819 vu IV . rd* IV IV/ vvv jvvj (616) Fax (616) 698-3065 Triple Check Tax Service We are set up to handle ALL INCOME TAX needs. We are able to do your personal, small business. Partnership or Corporation returns. 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The cast of ’Lie, Cheat and Genuflect* have begun rehearsals on the play set for June 16, 17 and 18 They are (seated front) Darlene Schellinger, Jerri Otto. Suzanne McIntyre, (standing) Doug Bnnks, Waft Eavey, Colleen Cox, Mike Bremer, Jim Norman and Director Bev Veen. Village Players of Middleville hard at work on “Lie, Cheat and Genuflect” Cheryl Cravero, producer of "Lie, Cheat and Genuflect* shows the playbill that promotes the fourth production of the Village Players of Middleville. SQUARE BALES OR ROUND, YOU' RE IN THE BEST SHAPE WITH JOHN DEERE ■ Stop in and look over the complete and completely advanced John Deere baler line. ■ See the 435 and 535 Round Balers that can both surface-wrap and twinotie. ■ See square balers with the hay control to produce bales that stack like bricks. ■ Five round baler models. 750- to 2.000-pound bales. Three 14xl8-inch square balers, one 16xl8-inch square baler. Fillmore Equipment, Inc. Located on M-4Q at 141st Ave. Holland (2 mi South of 1-196) Phone 751-5141 Extended May Parts Hours 7:00-900 M-F; 700-5-00 Sa! Rehearsals are in full swing for the fourth production of the Village Players of Middleville. The cast was selected in tryouts the first weekend of May, and the practices started sex hi after In the cast of the comedy that will be presented on June 16-17-18 are some old favorites, such as Colleen Cox as Virginia, Jerry Otto as the "girl,” Doug Brinks as Robert Fryburger, Suzanne McIntyre as Jane, Walt Eavey as Pizza Face Petrillo and Darlene Schellinger as Miss Mackintosh. In the leads are Mike Bremer and Jim Norman as the Buckle brothers. The brothers, one wily and the other simple but trusting, get into some wild situations while trying to cut themselves into a deceased grandfather's will. The dialogue is fast paced and funny, and the characterizations given by the actors bring the people to life in surprising ways. Tickets for the production will go on sale at the Thornapple Kellogg Community Education office at the TK High School on Bender Road on June 6. The cost per ticket is $4 Advanced tickets can also be ordered through any cast member An added attraction this year is a theater/dinner package on one day that will let playgoers have dinner and the lake in the play for one low price. The Thursday performance is pan of a theater/dinner evening in cooperation with the Middie Villa Inn. The cost for thai night is 510 for both the play and dinner at the Villa. Tickets for the combination evening can be purchased from now ifrom cast members) and from June 6 at the Community Education office, but need to be purchased by Monday, June 13. Regular tickets for the Thursday performance arc $4 and are on sale the same as the Friday and Saturday performances. For more information, call 795-9665 and leave a message. Phone 795-3345 for Sun & News Action-Ads! 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Ml I May 24. 1994 Middleville man remains critical after near drowning by Jean Gallup Staff Writer A Middleville man is listed in critical condition at Pen­ nock Hospital after a Sunday afternoon canoeing accident on the Thomapple River near the Irving power plant. Alfred Borsum of Stadium Drive in Middleville was injured about 3 p m. when the canoe he and an unidentified friend were riding in capsized. Sgt. Bill Johnson, who is in charge of the marine unit of the Barry County Sheriffs Department, reported that Borsum and his companion tried to turn to shore when they approached the small dam, but the canoc turned sideways and washed over the dam. Both men were thrown clear of the small dam. he said. The victim was pulled from the river by Matthew Appell, 15, and CPR was administered by neighborhood responders, Johnson said. Appell said he was swimming downstream from the dam with friend Alan Gragg w hen they heard a crash behind them. "We saw the people in the river," Appell said. “One swam up on shore, and the other guy looked like he was heading back to the canoe.' "He disappeared for a while, and his friend asked us to help him," Appell said. Appell asked Gragg to get him two life vests, which Gragg did. "He threw me the two vests; I put one on, and went out and put the ocher one un­ derneath the man, and pulled him to shore." "While I pulled the guy up to shore, his friend ran to a house and called for an ambu­ lance.' Appell said. Chuck McRiail, who lives nearby, came to Borsum's aid, performed CPR until the am­ bulance arrived. McPhail s son, J.C., said his father is a former fire­ fighter. Resuscitation was continued by Thornapple Township Ambulance personnel who transported Borsum to Pennock Hospital, where he was listed as critical Monday morning. Appell said he had tried ear­ lier to swim upstream into the current below the dam, but could not because it was so swift. The low-head dam near the power house in Irving shows the pull of the water created by the dam. A canoe accident at the site injured a Middleville man At the time of the accident, he said, "the adrenaline was really rushing." and he doesn’t recall the current being diffi­ cult. He said he didn't stop to think if he could do it or not. "I just did it." he said. Troopers from the Michigan State Police Post in Hastings also responded to the accident. Bob Woodard selected as new TIES administrator Matt Appell, 15, pulled the victim of a canoe accident from the Thornapple River Sunday NOPH • TOWING & J RECOVERY (616) 795-2200 • F 24 Hour Emergency Dispatch Most major motor clubs accepted. • Unlock • Jump Start • Motorcycle • Flatbed • 4 Wheel Drive • Emergency Tire Repair 507 Arlington (M-37) Middleville, Ml 49333 "We're Pulling For You" b> Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Bob Woodard, current assistant administrator for the Thornapple Township Emergency Services, has been chosen to fill the position as new chief administrator. Due to the retirement of Chief Bob Kenyon at the end of June. Woodard will assume command in July The Thomapple Township Board received 11 applica­ tions for the position and in­ terviewed three. “Each of those three in­ dividuals were very qualified.” explained Don Boysen, township supervisor. However, Woodard already has several years of service in at TTES He joined the department in 1976 when the ambulance ser­ vice combined with the fire OPEN Memorial Day Weekend URN LINERS Starting at $9.99 (Ready made or made to order) Specials... • • • • • $4.99 Basil........... 99* * or 6 Pack at *1.59 All Other Annual Herbs . . *2.99 Mosquito Plants................ Eucalyptus in Pots_______ Lady Lavender by the Flat or Tray Everything for your own salsa... • Peppers - Hot (6 Varieties) 99* • 6 Pack of 4 Hot & 2 Sweet....................................... *4.99 • Tomillitos 50* OFF Patio Tomatoes Limned Supply department. This came about due to new governmental regulations that said the ambulance services could no longer be provided by funeral homes. That created additional jobs at TTES according to Woodard. Over his 18 years of ser­ vice, Woodard has completed training and earned state cer­ tification for Fire Fighter 1, Emergency Medical Techni­ cian. EMT Specialist. Defibrillation Specialist, Fire Fighter 11, and Fire Officer 111 Ironically, when Woodard first started, all that was necessary was the successful completion of advanced first aid. Woodard. 45, and Sue, his wife, who have lived in Mid­ dleville for 25 years, have three grown children and four grandchildren. “Bob’s current working knowledge of our ambulance and fire department because of his years of service will be a definite benefit.” Boysen said. The board members made the final decision at their meeting on Monday. May 9. In other business, the township board: — Heard the report of a joint meeting between the Township Planning and Zon­ ing Commission and the Mid­ dleville Planning and Zoning Board from Jack Spencer, township planning chairman. The joint group discussed Bob Woodard has been selected as the new Thor­ napple Township Emergency Services administrator. possible areas of common in­ terest such as groundwater/wellhead protection, law enforcement, and parks and recreation. Spencer asked for the board s approval to form a joint planning committee to further investigate these issues. His request was OK’d. — Discussed ways for the township to more fully use the services of the South Central Michigan Planning Council Rand Bouman of the council was on hand to answer ques­ tions and distribute mforma lion to the board. — Unanimously approved a road repair and maintenance schedule for 1994-95, at a cost of $59,262. Roads slated for funding in- clude Near Lane, Noffke Drive, 108th Street and Hilltop/Taro. Money foraddi tional gravel for other township roads was also included. — OK'd replacement of concrete approaches at the fire/ambulance station for a cost of $4,672.80. — Received a quote from the Barry County Road Com­ mission to grade and gravel Robertson Road north of Parmelee at a cost of $10,246 This cost would be split with Irving Township. No action was taken — Approved the sewer hookup application of George DeYoung on two lots of Nof­ fke's South Lake Shore Plat. We grow over 20 different varieties of quality tomato plants for you! Check our "list" ad from last week's Reminder for Annuals and Perennials • Everlastings will be available Friday GREENHOUSE LI™One Roof" FLOWERS FOR RENT Call for details! Tom's Tip of the Week,.. Plant our VERY BEST'' plants - so you don't have to work so hard! Farm Market and Greenhouse 7350 S. Middleville Rd. (M-37) Phone 795-9758 J • • • • Perennials Annuals Vegetables Mixed Pots • Hanging Baskets • Strawberry Jars and More! Open: Monday-Friday 9-8; Saturday 9-6 Just 2 miles south of Caledonia on M-37 • 795-8811 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / May 24, 1994 I Page 11 FITNESS OPENING JUNE 20th Bowne Historical Society holds quilt exhibit The restored 1909 Bowne Lodies Aid Holl opened it* door* to a Moy 14 quilt ex­ hibit, which featured both heirloom ond modern quilt*. Now o museum of local history, the old hall was enhanced by 20 quilts, which were on public display for the day. 4695 North Middleville Rd., M-37 3E Middleville, Ml 49333 Next to Middle Villa and behind Dr. Showerman's SUMMER HOURS: Monday-Friday 6 a m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday 8 a m. to 1 p.m. PRE­ OPENING SALES TUESDAY EVENINGS Starting... May 24th and 31st, June 7th and 14th 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm — at — Middle Villa Inn Services Offered: ★ Weight & Strength Training — Body Masters Equipment ★ Personalized Exercise Programs ★ Step Aerobics Classes ★ Aerobic Classes for Elderly PURCHASE ONE YEAR & Overweight MEMBERSHIP ★ Nutritional Counseling & GET NEXT ★ Smoking Cessation Classes 6 MONTHS ★ Nursery Care for Children FREE! ★ Tanning WEIGHT ★ Special Discounts for the TRAINING & Retired Population AEROBICS S37500 ★ 2 Personal Trainers on Staff WEIGHT TRAINING ONLY $290°° Other Packages Available 1st Time Visits By Appointment Only SUMMERSCHEDULE -------------------------Mat !Ia* Mm. Monday fctafc Tuesday CLASSES Wednesday -------------------------- Thursday Friday Saturday 3k*kdc ieftt jencr ’ew ------------ NURSERY SCHEDULE -----------8 a.m. to 11 a m. Mon.-Fri.; 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Mon.-Fri. Jan VanWyck, a member of the Bowne Township Historical Society, displays an historic quilt mode in 1927-1930 for Logan School teacher Florence Brewer This quilt is on permanent display at the Bowne Historical Museum, but received a lot of attention at the recent quilt display held at the museum. | Call 795-3930 Information! �Page 12 I The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml I May 24, 1994 Caledonia Legion is host for District Memorial Service by Barbara Gall Staff Writer The Caledonia Legion Post 305 and its Auxiliary last Tuesday welcomed about 180 fellow: Legionnaires, Legion Auxiliary members and Sons of the American Legion for a banquet and memorial service honoring comrades who died this past year. The guests represented the posts of the Legion's Fifth District, which includes all of Kent and Ottawa counties The banquet was followed by the memorial service, which included a candle lighting ceremony, the laying of a wreath and the presenta­ tion of a flower for each of the deceased members A candle also was lit in memory of those still missing in action or prisoners of war Five Caledonia Legion­ naires. and one Son of the American Legion were among the 187 Legionnaires, five SAL members and 35 aux­ iliary members honored in the service Master of ceremonies for the banquet was District Senior Vice Commander Gerald Dennis, and speakers included District President Shirley Merlington and District Commander Robert Bischoff In his remarks. Bischoff paid special tribute to the late Clyde Peters, a past Caledonia post commander and a past district commander Other banquet speakers were Dorothy Stewart, department president; Alice Bennett, second zone com­ mander; Henry Sacha, zone commander and the Rev. Larry Vollink, department chaplain Gold Star Chairwoman Greta Heugel presented the Gold Star members, women who lost a son. a father or brother in military service. A 12-member color guard under the command of Russ Scott advanced the colors at the beginning of the evening and retired them at the end. following the playing of taps by Walter McVeigh of Post Two. and the benediction given by District Chaplain Douglas B<x»mer The Caledonia Legion Color Guard, under the command of Russ Scott, prepares to advance the colors at the beginning of the evening's events. 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Following the Pearl Har­ bor attack in 1941. the 126th Army Band was “disbaned.” and its 32 members became part of the 126th Infantry; in­ cluded was Chief Warrant Of­ ficer Charles R Berry, who later became the bandmaster of the unit from 1956 to 1975. On May 20, 1942. the 126th Infantry landed in Adelaide. Australia. to being training to fight the Japanese The concert presented by the band in Adelaide was ap predated by over 4,000 en­ thusiastic spectators,** reported Chief Warrant Of­ ficer Paul Walters, the Band master since 1975. “We were billed on the program as the *U.S. Army Big Band* and the crowd applauded even before we played! It was something our band members will never forget ' Also performing in the con cert was a combined Australian Army Band from Adelaide and Melbourne The concert raised an estimated $14,000 for two chanties, the Australian Cranmo MaxilaloFacial Foundation and the Community Living Project. A very special guest at the concert was a 6-year-old girl named Ashlea TenRaa, who lives with her parents in Australia. She is the grand daughter of the late Floyd TenRaa, who was bom in Grand Rapids. He was a member of the 126th Infantry that came to Australia with the 126th. While stationed in Australia he met and then married a local young lady. Mary Adams. After World War 11 they moved back to Australia. Ashlea presented CWO Walters with two books of Australia as a token of ap­ preciation from the U.S. and Allied Ex-Forces Association in South Australia, the spon­ sors of the event. Another special guest who was Private First Class (ret.) Elmer Broocker, a former Ohio National Guardsman who fought with many of the Michigan Guardsmen 50 years ago when he was assign­ ed to the 32nd Infantry Divi­ sion. Elmer, who now lives in Brisbane, was moved by the concert. “The music brought back many memories back for me” The previous day. the band performed al the Coral Sea Dinner in Adelaide at the re­ quest of the U.S. Ambassador to Australia, the Honorable Edward Perkins The event was a very formal affair w ith Ambassador Perkins toasting “The Queen” and Sue BoydBais. the president of the Austrahan-Amencan Associa­ tion. toasting ‘The President of the United States The band showed their ver­ satility by having the entire bnad play white Her Excellen­ cy The Governor. Dame Roma Mitchell, entered the ballroom. Later, the fourpiece combo played dunng dinner, white an 18-piece big band entertained the dignitaries with dancing music The Coral Sea Dinner is an annual celebration of America’s contribution to Australia. The Battle of Coral Sea in May 1942 was crucial in Australian history since U.S. Naval Forces prevented the Japanese from acquiring possession of Port Moresby in what is now called Papua. New Guinea From there, the Japanese could have easily bombed and perhaps invaded Australia. Neither side could claim a victory, but the myth of Japanese invincibility had been shattered and the Australian homeland was never again threatened White in Adelaide, the band also marched down King William Street, to the delight of many Australians. Previously, they played at the War Memorial in Adelaide where the soldiers, sailors and airmen of both countries were honored for their sacrifice and devotion to duty. The band also performed three concerts at the Gold Coast and in Brisbane, where the 126th Infantry was sent in 1942 after training in Adelaide. The primary concert was a Saturday evening perfor­ mance at Southbank, an openair complex on the Brisbane River built for the 1988 World Expo, to kick-off AustralianAmerican Friendship Week. Over 1,200 Aussies enjoyed such Astralian favorites as “Canberra Settings” and “Waltzing Matilda.” as well as traditional American pices like “Semper Fidelis” and “Stars and Stripes Forever” “Victory at Sea” was also performed to honor the 52nd anniversary of the Battle of Coral Sea ' Bandmaster Walters reported. “1 was so impressed with the audience, especially the World War II vets They genuinely liked us and 1 know that the feeling was mutual!” f Supporters of Soccer y ...want to thank Caledonia School for A allowing the AAU girls basketball touma7 ment to be held within the schools. t SOS would also like to thank Kurt Gallert, 4 the tournament director for giving us the / opportunity to earn money working at the tournament. The money will be used for z making improvements on our soccer field. ? Thanks to both again — for helping us sup\ port soccer. Canberra, the nation’s capital, was the site for two more performances Canberra was celebrating Autumnfest, since their seasons are the op­ posite of those in the U.S. With a background of falling leaves the band played “Canberra Settings.” which the audience loved. Several Aussies began dancing on the grass when the band played some big band favorites by Glenn Milter. Tommy Dorsey and Bennie Goodman The three local TV. stations featured the band on their dai­ ly newcasts. Another highlight in Canberry was the presence of a four-piece jazz combo from the band at the private residence of the U.S. Am­ bassador to Australia, the Honorable Edward Perkins Playing in the comb were John Montgomery. Jim Moore. Paul Gilliland and Wayne Rosebery. who were asked for a copy of their per­ formance by a three-star general Playing in the combo was the highlight of the trip for Montgomery “I enjoyed meeting the am­ bassador and playing at his The concert played by the 126th Army Bond at Canberra, Australia's capital, was part of the week-long celebration called ’’Autumnfest." (Photo by Lt. Col. David W. Lubbers) home, especially when he was so appreciative of our play­ ing.” reported Montgomery . Montgomery was in Australia with his wife. Therese Montgomery, who sang two songs on a local live radio show The band members flew to and back from Austrlia in an KC-135 tanker flown by the 134th Air Refueling Wing of the Tennessee Air National Guard. Because of the distance, the flight time each way was 18 hours. “What made the tour even more significant,” stated CWO Walters, “was that it was exactly 50 years ago to the day when Michigan Na­ tional Guard personnel were fighting in New Guinea with the Australians, so we feel a special kinship with our Australian allies” The 126th Army Band is becoming known as the Army’s “Musical Am­ bassadors to the World.” In 1989 they were selected by the Pentagon to be the first American military unit to visit mainland China since 1949, but political events in Beijing canceled the trip. Instead they played in Lxmdon at the 40<h anniversary of NATO, perfor­ ming with other bands from around the world to large crowds, including the Queen In 1992 the Army Band per formed in Genoa. Italy al the 500th Anniversary of Christopher Columbus com­ ing to America, as well as many other sites in Italy, in­ cluding the Ambassadors home In 1993 the band enter tamed in Tnmdad. Tobago for the U.S. Ambassador to that country AREA SCHOOLS LUNCH MENUS rhornapple Kellogg School Lunch Menu Wednesday, May 25 El. Break. Lunch. Sausage. French toast sticks, sausage, grape juice and peaches. H.S. A Middle — Chick gravy, mashed potatoes, peas, muf fin. grape juice or peaches. Thursday, May 26 Turkey fajita on soft shell, com, pears. Friday, May 27 Pizza, green beans or sweet potatoes, fresh fruit Monday, May 30 Memorial Day. No School. NOTE: Whole or lowfat milk offered each day. Alt. menu at El. Monday, hot dog; Tuesday, turkey sandwich; Wednesday, salad bar; Thurs­ day, hamburger; Friday, fishwich. Variety of sandwiches and salads at High School and Middle.____________________ Thornappte Kellogg Breakfast Menu Wednesday. May 25 Waffle/cherry sauce, juice, milk. Thursday, May 26 Scrambled egg, muffin, orange juice, milk Friday, May 27 Cold cereal, cinnamon toast, juice, milk Monday, May 30 Memorial Day. No School. Caledonia Community HighMiddle Schools Lunch Menu Wednesday. May 25 Spaghetti, w/meat sauce, tossed salad or french fries, fruit choice, garlic toast, milk. Thursday, May 26 Ham/cheese pita, winter blend vegetables or french fries, fruit choice, milk. Friday, May 27 Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes w/gravy, or french fries, roll, fruit choice, milk. Monday, May 30 Memorial Day. No School. Tuesday, May 31 Pizza, french fries, fruit choice, milk. Caledonia Community Schools High/Middle Meal Deal Menu Wednesday, May 25 Chinese dip, egg roll, Vita Pup, milk. Thursday, May 26 Chicken fajita, french fries, Vita Pup, milk. Friday, May 27 Itza Pizza, french fries. Vita Pup, milk. Potato Bar. Monday, May 30 Memorial Day. No School. Tuesday, May 31 BYO Double cheeseburger w/bun, french fries. Vita Pup, milk. Monday, May 30 Memorial Day No School Tuesday, May 31 Pizza, food bar, milk Caledonia Community Schools Kettle Lake Breakfast Menu Caledonia Community Schools Elementary Lunch Menu Wednesday , May 25 Bagel w/topping, juice or fruit, milk. Thursday, May 26 Wednesday, May 25 Fruit filled pancake, juice Spaghetti, garlic toast, food or fruit, milk. bar, milk. Friday, May 27 Thursday, May 26 Pop tart, string cheese, Ham/cheese pita, food bar, juice or fruit, milk. milk. Monday, May 30 Friday, May 27 Memorial Day. No School. Chicken nuggets, mashed Tuesday, May 31 potatoes, w/gravy, roll, food Sour cream doughnut, juice bar, milk. or fruit, milk Dykstra's Preferred Poured Walls, Inc. • Poured basement walls • Flatwork , • Farm work 1 ROB DYKSTRA, Owner 10690 Finkbeiner Rd., Middleville 795-7674 �Page 14 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I May 24. 1994 Business starts 50th season S&S Farm Market owners celebrate 10th season bv .Margaret Fowler • Staff Writer Tom and JoAnn Robinson have reason to celebrate as they begin their tenth growing season as the owners of S & S Farm Market. But. when the couple first bought the business in Oc­ tober of 1984. they inherited a legacy that is now 50 years old The market had humble beginnings back in 1944 when Rollo and Mae Bowerman moved their Bassett Lake home to acreage on the west side of M-37 between Mid­ dleville and Hastings Mac explained that in the spring of 1945, they planted sweet corn and melons They ended up with a surplus of both So. Mae set up a card table beside the road and sold the extra produce A covered wooden stand was used the following year Finally, as the Bowermans added crops and their business grew. Rollo built a garage The garage became the roadside market that Mae sold the excess produce from The couple also started let­ ting their customers pick some of their own produce Rollo added a chicken coop and later a greenhouse. So. the extra eggs and plants were sold, too But. the Bowermans sold the business in 1969 because of a health problem that slow­ ed Rollo down. When Stanley and Susie Moe ond Rollo Bowermon started the form market in 1945 until they sold It in 1969. Stanton made an offer. Rollo and Mae Bowerman accepted. Even though the Bower­ mans were no longer the owners, they continued to help out especially the first year to give the Suntons a solid start in the business. Sunley and Susie got a good start, adding to an already successfully started business In fact, the Stantons built the main building that is now in use for the market which is located across the road from the original produce stand They added a larger variety of crops as they added acreage The Suntons continued to expand on the u-pick fruits and vegeubles available to their customers. It wasn't long before a fullsize kitchen was built on to the existing building that allowed Susie (with some help) to make several varieties of home made breads All in all. the Suntons ran the market for 25 years until they sold it to Tom and JoAnn Robinson in October of 1984. The Suntons also didn't leave their successors im­ mediately. They stayed around to help out as they were needed for about a year They have since retired to Florida Now the Robinsons have carved their names into the legacy of the "Mom and Pop" type farm market that S&S represents Over the past ten years of their ownership. Tom added (Remember Qf%ur graduate with a special Congratulations Student Advertisement in the 1994 Graduation issue of the: • Maple Valley News • Middleville-Caledonia Sun & News • Hastings Banner Call one of our sales representatives today at... (616) 945-9554 Don't miss this special opportunity tohonor your graduate! S&S Form Market continues to be a family-owned and operated business. The Robinson family includes (from left) Tom and JoAnn. Jessica Mary Haywart. Maureen and John, and Shelby VanKuiken. two hoop houses, and recently build another one. to name just a few changes. "We use the newest one for surting our plants." explain­ ed Maureen Robinson, greenhouse manager and Tom's pother "It still seems that we could use more room." S&S customers have a lot to choose from when it comes to bedding plants, vegetable seedlings, and other annuals, biannuals, and perennials Parents are encouraged to bring their children to the market since the youngsters can get a closer look at baby chicks, lop-eared bunnies, and even a miniature pony. Each fall, the market caters to the children through “Pum­ pkin World," that has a little different theme each year. Maureen along with help, prepares the displays that are available throughout October. Weekends are special times with additional activities planned Visitors to the market to buy produce are welcome by a tidy shop with a good selec­ tion of fresh fruits and vegetables, particularly those that are in season. S&S continues to offer the u-pick option to its customers on things like strawberries and blueberries. Tom’s philosophy about his work and what he grows is not readily visible to customers. But. his high standards are definitely obvious to those who eat the produce he has raised "Tom doesn't like to use chemicals on his fields." ex­ plains Maureen. “Just for an example, our strawberries may not be as large and pretty’ as those in the grocery store. "But. they taste so good and are really sweet,*’ Maureen said. In fact. Tom wanted to be use to have great strawberries, so. he has used a strawberry expert as a consultant for a number of years. She explains that Tom uses what he calls sustainable agriculture "By avoiding the use of chemicals as much as possi­ ble. we feel that our customers are gening the safest produce possible without the extra additives." Maureen continued. Tom has followed suit with a Native American ideal that decisions should always be based on what was good for the next seven generations He farms with that same Stanley and Susie Stanton carried on the business from 1969 until 1984. philosophy. His concern for his customers also is reflected by the fact that he has tried to make his buildings all han­ dicapped accessible. As Tom and JoAnn, Maureen and John (who helps farm), and the rest of their family, celebrate the beg inn ing of a decade of serving the community, they are inviting folks to stop by. Memorial day weekend is an open house for S&S Market to kick off this grow ing season. INVENTORY TIME A Little bit of Everything... from Bird Feeders to Clothing. UPTO 60% Caledonia Farmers Elevator 891-8108 • 136 E. Main Street • Caledonia Open 6 Davs a Week �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / May 24, 1994 / Page 15 Thornapple Kellogg curriculum director hired by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The Thomapple Kellogg School* Board has hired Cheryl Allen to fill the new position of director of cur­ riculum and instruction. The recommendation made by Superintendant Steve Gar­ ren was approved unanimous­ ly at the board’s meeting Monday. May 9 Alien's two-year contract includes an annual salary of $58,000, beginning July 1 She lives in Wichita. Kan sas, and is the middle school principal in the Wichita Public Schools Allen has 20 years of educa­ tional experience, including both teaching and ad­ ministrative responsibilities, with six years as an education coordinator and high school internship program coordinator In 1993. she earned her doctorate in curriculum and instruction at the University of Kansas Allen also became an education specialist in educa­ tional administration at Wichita State University She bolds two maste r ’ s degrees in economic educa lion from the University of Delaware and in reading through Northwestern Missouri State University Her bachelor s cfegree in elementary education, which she received in 1974. was earned at Graceland College Allen has studied overseas in Indonesia and Japan and held the honor of being a Fuibnght Seminar Fellow She has also served on many local and national com­ mittees on educational economics and is the Univer­ sity of Maryland Elementary Curriculum Committee Na­ tional Chair. Garrett said the TK district received 52 applications for the position. Six candidates were interviewed by the special screening committee. Four of those were passed on to the supenntendant and school board president Allen was one of the three top candidates interviewed by the board The board also took steps to improve the reading abilities of at-risk children in the district by approving a reading recovery program. This program will target first-graders considered to be in the lowest 10 percent in tiieir class. West Elementary Principal Sharon Kalec. who researched the program, said, "Even though this program works with the kids individually, it will have a positive impact on the regular classroom, too." She said that the teaching principles used to help the atrisk readers read better and understand how to continue to keep up with the rest of their classmates will be beneficial in the regular classrooms The program, which was developed by the Western Michigan University Reading Center and Clinic, requires four years of training One teacher will be trained, and after the first year will work full time in the program only. The board approved up to $9,500 for that training and committed to finding one teacher to learn the program ’ ‘ We are going to have to be sure that the teacher is com­ mitted to TK schools and will­ ing to stay on to run the pro­ gram," said Kalee. "But. the cost savings will be considerable compared to remedial or special education programs." she said Statistics have shown that those "recovered" students normally do keep pace with their classmates and that means less money is spent in remediation The board also received reports on the first year of the having a seven-period day at the high school and the high school improvement A majority of teachers were satisfied with the seven-period day Most said that their work load definitely increased and the class sizes had not decreased as they had expected High School Principal Henry Dugan said that enroll­ ment continues to grow and there is a need for more staff “The critical issue now is staffing, we must have more." he said. The board responded by ad ding four positions at the high school and two and one-half at the middle school, which is also experiencing similar growing problems. The high school will be ad­ ding a teacher in the areas of foreign language/English. science, social science and math At the middle school, a sixth-grade teacher and a seventh-grade teacher in language arts will be added. as well as a half-time enrichment teacher. In other business, the school board: — Voted to withdraw from the Lowell. Caledonia. Thor­ napple Kellogg Consortium financing of the adult and con­ tinuing education program. Director Chris Boysen. “It is time to go our own way. funding should run through Each month, the Thomapple Kellogg School Board honors individuals for their dedication and achievements. Honorees for Moy were (from left) Community Education Director Chris Boysen. McFall custodian David Peet, and luella Murphy of the high school library. TK schools. " Boysen said that last year alone, it cost TK program $20,000 to belong to the consortium. — Accepted the resigna­ tions for retirement of TK bus driver Mane Kermecn and high school counseling office secretary Neva Kenyon, and the resignation of speech pathologist Tonya Jazayeri. — Approved employment of Joan Triezcnberg as speech pathologist. She is a recent graduate from Western Michigan University with a master s degree in speech and language pathology. — Heard reports from the Gifted and Talented Commit­ tee and the Drug Free Schools and Communities Committee — Announced graduation dales as Sunday. May 29. at 3 p m for high school gradua lion, and Wednesday. June I. at 7 p.m. for adult graduation — Issued a reminder that June's regular school board meeting will be on the third Monday. June 20. instead of the usual second Monday of the month Caledonia Players’ Show tickets on sale Tickets went on sale last week for the Caledonia Com­ munity Players’ production of the comedy “Piay On!" by Tom Eckert (left), owner of a rural Freeport pig farm, and John Usborne who works with him in the business, do a closer check on pigs in one of the pens. Area pork industry evolves from fat to lean by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Days of "fattening" a pig for market are past. The pork consumer now looks for lean meat, according to rural Freeport hog opera­ tion owner Tom Eckert. "Especially since the adver­ tising of pork as the other while meat. ’ people are eating more pork but they want it to be lean, not full of fat." ex­ plains Eckert. So. Eckert has adapted what he feeds his pigs to produce that much leaner pork. He considers his operation as small compared to some of the other area pig farms. His two open-air bams now can accommodate about 750 pigs at one time "We don’t do any breeding here, Eckert explains "I buy feeder pigs that are about eight weeks old and raise them until they are about five mon­ ths old." Eckert gets the feeder pigs from two or three other tanns in the area. All of the pork raised on his farm is sold to Thomapple Valley Meats The quality of the meat determines the grading and what Eckert is paid for his product “They measure the fat percentage of a hog to deter­ mine the price 1 get," he said. Eckert keeps his pigs more lean by feeding them his own mixture of com and soybean mash. He. along with his father. Harold Eckert, and one employee, John Usborne. raise about 1,500 acres of com and soybeans "We have more than enough com to feed our pigs,” Eckert said. "The soy­ beans are harvested and sent to have the oil extracted. Then 1 buy the ground soybeans to mix in my feed." Eckert raises enough com to be able to sell some as well To make ends meet and make a profit, farmers today need to work smart according to Eckert He and his dad own about POO acres of the Land they put in crops “We don’t buy other land, we lease it.” he said. When another area farmer decides to stop planting crops. Eckert will see about using the property on a leased basis Business is going well for Eckert who says this is realty he lifelong ambition As a kid. he helped hts dad around the farm and after graduating from Michigan State University with a degree in agriculture. Eckert decided to come back home and sun a full-time business. In fact, Eckert has plans to build another pig bam this summer It would allow him to raise about 375 more pigs at a time. "This bam will obviously be more nxxiern than the other two.” he said. “But, it is still going to be an open-air bam ’ The two older bams are still very functional and Eckert ex­ plains that though the newer bam will be nicer, it isn’t practical to tear down the old. He has always used the open-air concept rather than having buildings that are enclosed with controlled temperature “Farmers with the heated bams probably get better results with their pigs, par ocularly in the winter But. I’m comfortable with this,” he said As his business grows. Eckert said he feels that the three men can handle it w ith the farming equipment that allows them to be more and more efficient in their farming Rick Abbot, to be staged the evenings of June 23 and 24 at the high school’s Performing Arts Center. Community support con­ tinues to build for this fledgl­ ing theater group, with more than 40 members joining since the beginning of the year. Local business sponsorship has underwritten the June pro duction. with Sam’s Joint of­ fering a special "dinner for two" package available for purchase in advance with ad mission tickets. Meanwhile, the Players already are planning a more extensive and diverse schedule of productions for next season, which will in­ clude a musical, to satisfy the variety of interests and talents of their membership. 1 I Tickets and Sam's Joint din­ ner packages may be pure has ed through the Community Education office at 330 Johnson. The $25 dinner package at Sam's Joint in­ cludes dinner and dessert for two, plus two tickets to the show Admission alone is $4 per scat. Call Sherry Smith, CCP Treasurer, at 891-8117 for ticket information. 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Saturday, Carla Ploeg finished first in the long jump, second in the 100meter dash and third in the 200-meter dash and will compete tn the State Class B Track and Field Meet. June 4 in those events for the Mid­ dleville girls track team Ploeg also finished fifth in the 400-meter dash. Jessica VanAmen finished sixth for the Lady Trojans in the 1600-meter run. but her time of 5 minutes 43 seconds, was low enough to get her a special qualifying time and a ride to state Ploeg leaped 18 feet 4 1/2 inches to win the long jump competition, more than 18 inches further than her near­ est competitor. Her 100-me­ ter time was 12.84 and 200meter time was 26.5. The 200-meter finish was a school record. For the Middleville boys track team Darren VanElst finished second in the shot put with a throw of 50’ 7", one foot shorter than Hast­ ings' Mark Lundquist; Keith Potts finished the 300hurdles in fourth with a time of 42.13 to earn a trip to state. The girls team also fin­ ished third in the OK Blue Conference meet, last week Ploeg won the long jump, 100- and 400-meter dashes and was second in the 200meters and was named All­ OK Blue in those events. VanAmen earned enough wins in the 1600-meters to be named All-conference m that event. All-conference selectees from the boys' team was VanElst in the shot put and the discus, Ed Solomon in the 400-meter dash and Matt Polhemus in the pole vault with a leap of 13' 7 1/2, in the conference The boys won the O-K Blue for the first time since 1969 and according to coach Tammy Benjamin, the coaches of the team are very proud of the team because the last O-K Blue championship came before these k»ds were born. All-conference honorable mention athletes are Todd Wynsma. Keith Potts. Brad Enders and Jason VanElst Jason VanElst was second in the shot put and discus. Potts was second in the 300meter hurdles and the 800meter relay team of Solomon, Wynsma. Potts and Jacob Dussia and the 400meter team of Brian Syswerda. Solomon. Thad Otto and Dussia finished second. Carta Ploeg cleared all other competitor's leaps by nearly a foot in the qualifying round out the long jump She won the regional championship for the fourth­ straight year with a leap of 18 ' 4 3/4*. Caledonia freestylers produce champion Ed Solomon explodes out of the blocks in the 800meter relay at regionals, Saturday. TK kickers heading to Delton districts Middleville's Darren VanElst rocks forward in preparing to throw the shot put of the finals at the regional competition, Saturday. The Middleville girls soccer squad finished the regular season on a high note with two wins and a tie this past week. Fnday. May 13 turned out to be a day filled with good luck as the Trojans rallied for three goals in the second half to defeat East Grand Rapids 3-2. Katie Polhemus (10 goals) and Britt Haraburda (10 goals) scored to even the match, and 1------------------------------------------------------ I’m afraid if I don’t get a good education Iwillendup living the rest of my life with my mother. Joel Regimbal 5th grade America needs more schools that encourage our children to fulfill their promise. KEEP THE PROMISE. For information on how you can help change the schools m your community, call 1 8QO96PROMISE Education Excellence Partnership an 11th hour penalty kick conversion by Kendra Weatherhead (2 goals) assured the victory. On May 16 TK traveled to Calvin Christian and edged the hosts 1-0 with a late goal by Polhemus from a cross by Haraburda. It was the sixth shutout of the season for senior goalkeeper Tracy Wieringa. The battle for second place in the OK Rainbow Con­ ference was held at Mid­ dleville on May 18. After allowing an early goal to Caledonia, the Trojan hooters held their ground until a late tally by Angie Gildea found the back of the net to send the game into overtime. The match remained a draw after another 20 minutes of play and both teams com­ pleted the conference schedule with 5-4-1 records. Middleville’s overall record of 8-6-2 its best in the brief history of the club. The Trojans now enter District Tournament play with a match at Delton Wednesday Caledonia plays at Plainwell and the w inners will face each other for the District Cham­ pionship on Friday at Delton. Hofman wins 3rd and 4th at MIAA Calvin College junior Korey Hofman earned two top fin­ ishes in the Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association track and field Field Day. recently. The native of Alto attended Caledonia High School. Hofman finished the twoday event with a third-place finish in the 1500-met er run and a fourth in the 5000-meter run. Calvin was 4-0 in the MIAA dual meet season and won its third straight Field Day. Twelve wrestlers represen­ ting Caledonia Freestyle Wrestling Club traveled to Jenison Fieldhouse on the Michigan State University campus to participate in the Michigan Freestyle State Tournament held Saturday. May 14. Leading the wrestlers was 10-year-old Christopher Smith who eliminated the competition to earn a gold medal in the Group III, 60-pound weight category Group II wrestler. Michael Tomanek, rounded out the season with a bronze medal. Fellow competitor, Jake Klap must finished with a fourth place Solid wrestling on the part of Patrick Huver resulted in a fourth-place finish in his first appearance at the state level for Greco Roman. The Caledonia club was host to 497 quaifying wrestlers at the Freestyle Regional Tournament held at Caledonia High School Satur­ day, May 7. Representing Caledonia in Group I was wrestler Brandon Cance. who elimnated seven other wrestlers in the 46 pound weight category to win his first regional championship Winning his seventh gold medal of the season was Group 11 wrestler. Jake Klap must Nine year old. Michael Tomanek. received a silver medal Christopher Smith led Group 111 by placing first in the 65-pound category A silver medal was awarded to Lucas Zoet. Steve Gillet and Todd Maines earned bronze medals with Mike Morgan placing fourth Dustin McFarlan and BJ. Tomanek set the pace for Group IV by winning silver medals Placing third were Nick Draft and Zach Hollin shead and finishing fourth were Casey Kinney and Nick Webster Solid performances were turned in by Patrick Huver, Justin Maxim, Mark Pyper, Seth Temple and Jordan Trudeau. TK netters end regular season with losses to Coopersville, Lakewood The Middleville boys ten­ nis team finished the regular season with two non-league losses, one to Coopersville 52, the other to I^akewood 5-2, last week. The team also competed in the O-K Blue Conference Championships and came away in sixth place, one match behind second and two behind third. In the league meet, coach Larry Seger said the team won all the matches it ex­ pected to and had a bonus win. when third singles player Brett Bremer won an upset over Comstock Park in the first round 7-6,7-5. Brian Baughman won at second singles, downing Kelloggsville 6-2, 6-1 and fourth singles Kevin Wright defeated Godwin 6-4. 6-2 in the first round. Also winning in the first round was the third doubles team of Steven Dood and Rvan Olthouse, who won 64,6-1. None of the team advanced beyond the second round. In the match against Coop­ ersville. the third and fourth singles players were bumped up a slot when Baughman injured a wing before the match. Bremer won at No. 2 sin­ gles and Brad Bedford and Ken Barrett won at second doubles for the two wins by the Trojans. Bremer also won over Lakewood, as did IXxxl and Olthouse. The team ends the season with a 1-10 record and 1-5 in the O-K Blue. Middleville JV tops Byron Center The Middleville junior var­ sity softball team split a pair of games in O-K Blue action. The junior Trojans defeated Byron Center 28-17, May 18 and lost to Lee 19-15 later in the week Amber Frost was the win­ ning pitcher against Byron Center and the leading hitter was Mandi DeWitt, who went 3-3 with three runs batted in. Abby Labin was 1-3 in the game with a double and three RBIs �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I May 24, 1994 / Page 17 Caledonia Pool Runners-up The Thornoppie Kellogg High School conference chompion golf teom includes (front, from left) Amy Ybemo (also oil conference) Rene Ellinger, and Sarah Beute; and (standing, from left) Coach Tom Fletke, Metta Bedrick, and Amy Missod and Kerri NcNees (both all conference). The team of Micheal Wyma, Kari Carson, captain Sally Scharf. Gena Soucy and (missing from photo) Lisa Geldersma and Amy Weaver, placed second in the Women s Wednesday Night Pool League The Caledonia team was sponsored by Legion Post 305 and each team member was presented with a trophy and the Legion received a special trophy for the trophy case. There were 12 teams of six regulars and two substitutes. TK girls golf team wins Rainbow conference The Middleville golf team girls traveled to Saskatoon to play in the OK Rainbow league tournament Monday. The TK girls had a tough day according to coach Tom Fletke. and shot a 123 to place third in the tournament Forest Hills Northern won the tournament with a round of 114. Kenowa Hills shot a 119 to place second The girls were still able to win the conference because of their 14-0 dual meet record. Placers for Tk were: Amy Missad, fourth with a 101, Kerri McNees, sixth with a 103. and Amy Ybema, eighth with a 106. Rene Ellinger also helped the cause with fine round of 113. Amy Missad, Amy Ybema. and Kerri McNees were selected to the all conference first team This is Amy Ybema's third time on the team, and Kerri McNees’ second All three girls were selected based on their outstanding league averages and their per formance at the conference tourmane, t On May 19 the team travel­ ed to Deer Run to play Lowell and Ionia. The girls continued to play well in duel meets, Fletke said, shooting 200 to beat both Lowell (206) and Ionia (225) These wins im­ proved the Lady Trojans duel meet record to 20-1 Placing for TK were Ybema with 46. McNees 49. Missad 52. and Ellinger 53. Last night the girls traveled to Deer Run again to compete in the regional tournament The TK girls had to place in the top three in order to qualify for the state meet. "The girls are looking for­ ward to the meet and hope they can continue their suc­ cess at the regional meet." Fletka said. The TK girls have qualified for the state meet the last two seasons. Caledonia boys win Regionals, co-champ in 0-K Gold in track and field Heap another award on the Caledonia boys track and field team. It won the Cass B Regionals, Saturday, and tied with Hudsonville for the O-K Gold Championship, May 21. The Scots came in second in the league meet, coming back from a 40-plus point deficit after the field events after the first day of the two-day event. The boys finished the dual meet season with a 7-0 record against league foes. Regional champions for Caledonia, and moving on to state competition. June 4 were Jason King in the 200meter dash with a time of 22.7 and the 800-meter relay team of King. Keith Bohez, John Winquest and Joe Niang with a time erf 1:30.8. Also going to state will be second-place finishers. Fin­ ishing second for the Scots were IVte Parbel in the 1600and 3200-meter runs with limes of 4:25.7 and 9:503, King in the 200-me ter dash and the 400-meter relay team of King. Bohez. Winquest and Jon Oldfield Taking a third for the Scots was the 1600-meter relay team of Adam Paarlberg. Matt Postma, Winquest and Chris Allen. Ben Thompson in the 1600-meter run. the Caledonia’s Joe Niang had an easy win in the qualifying round of the 100-meter dash at regionals, Saturday. 3200-meter team of Thomp­ son. Ben Potgeter. Parbel and Ben Lillie. Scoring in fourth place were Bohez in the 100-meter dash. Lillie in the 1600-meter run and Thompson in the 3200-meter run. Bnan Nowak finished fifth in the pole vault with a height of 12 feet, 3 inches. In the conference meet. King was first in the 100meter dash at 10.1 seconds The 800-meter team of King. Bohez, Winquest and Niang set a school record and a conference record by finishing the race in a time of 1:31.7. King. Bohez, Winquest and Oldfield won the 400meter relay at 44.8 and Thompson. Potgeter. Parbel and Lillie won the 3200meter relay at 8:123. Bohez was second in the long jump with a leap erf 20 2 1/2 ’, Parbel was second in the 1600-meter run and King took the silver in the 200meter dash Ben Lilbe was third in the 1600-meters and Thompson was third in the 3200-meters. Sure air bags work great in front-end collisions, but only a safety' belt can protect you from side and rear-end collisions. So buckle up. And you’ll cover all the angles. VW COULD LEARN A IDT FROM A DUMMY fl Ki LE YOUR SAFETY BELL MM?W393 �Page 18 / The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I May 24. 1994 Caledonia girls win Class B Regionals The Caledonia girls track and Held team finished with 82 points, 15 points ahead of Wyoming Park, to win the Class B Regional Cham­ pionships, Saturday in Ionia. 18 teams took part in the event. Karyn Duba finished first in the 1600-me ter run with a the state competition June 4. Also competing in the state competition will be secondplace finisher Parbel in the 1600-meter run and House­ man in the 3200-meter run. Finishing in the bronze for the Lady Scots were: Audrey Warner in the 800-meter run and Sarah Regel in the 3200meters. Regel was followed by Beth Parbel in the 3200meter run to give Caledonia the top four places and 28 points from one event. time of 5:02.6 and the 3200meter run at 11:14, and Barb Warner finished with gold in the 800-meter run with a time of 2:22.9. The 3200meter relay team of Shannon Houseman, Sarah Parbel, Warner and Duba clocked in at 9:28.4 to win. All have earn the right to compete in Kelly Mulder scored points by finishing fifth in the 200meter dash and the 1600-me­ ter relay team of Barb Warner. Audrey Warner, Jill Hofmann and Sarah Parbel finished fifth. The Lady Scots finished the conference meet with 106 points, 16 ahead of Hud­ sonville. The team also fin­ ished the season with as 7-0 record. Finishing first in the meet, and setting a school record and conference record was Duba with a time of 10:29.4 in the 3200-meter run. She also set a school and confer­ ence record in the 1600-me­ ters with a time of 4:54.4 and the 800-meters at 2:16.4. A conference and school record was set by the 1600relay team of Barb and Au­ drey Warner. Hofmann and Duba when they crossed the line at 4:11.2. Sarah Parbel set a sopho­ more record with a time of 5:11.6 in the 1600-meters which was good for second place. Barb W arner came in second in the 800-meter run. Also sowing for the Scots was a third turned in by Wendy Faber in the 100-meter dash and Barb Warner in the 400-meter dash and Beth Parbel tn the 3200-meter run. Flegel finished fourth in the 3200-meter run and Faber finish fifth in the 200-me ter dash. Scot kickers tie TK, fall 2-1 to EGR The Caledonia soccer team lost to East Grand Rapids 21. May 16. and tied with Middleville in double over­ time 1-1, Wednesday, to close out the regular-season play in the OK Rainbow. Coach Brian Broekhuizen said the girls played well against East Grand Rapids. "They came at us hard," he said. "They played a very fast game and worked us the Barb Warner takes the baton from Shannon Houseman in the 3200-meter relay at the regional competition, Saturday. Thornapple Township approving replacement of op prooches to Fire Station doors. Motion passed unanimously approving request for two sewer •tubs at Duncan Lake with cer­ tain requirements. Motion passed unanimously to approve renewal of SCMPC membership Meeting adjourned at 10:30 p.m. Donna Kenyon Thornoppie Township Clerk (300) HELP WANTED DEPUTY CLERK: Parttime, 2 and Vz days a week, typing skills needed, computer skill helpful, general office experience and other duties associated with Township governmen­ tal work, $7.00 per hour. Send cover letter and resume to: Harvey E. Vander Bee, Clerk Yankee Springs Township 284 N. Briggs Road Middleville, Ml 49333 (301) For the first time in three years the Caledonia varsity softball team won its own invitational tournament, Saturday. In the championship game the Lady Scots defeated the 17-3 Hastings team 14-4. The Scots took advantage of nine errors on the Saxons to run up seven runs in the bottom of the fifth. Caledonia Freestylers host regionals May 7 The Caledonia Freestyle Wrestling Club was host to 497 wrestlers at the Freestyle Regional Tournament held at Caledonia High School Satur­ day. May 7. Representing Caledonia in Group I was wrestler Brandon Cance. who eliminated seven other wrestlers in the 46 pound weight category to win his first regional championship. Winning his seventh gold medal of the season was Group II wrestler. Jake Klapmust Nine-year-old Michael Tomanek. received a silver medal. Christopher Smith led Group 111 by placing first in DON’T GO LOOKING IN ALL DIFFERENT DIRECTIONS FOR YOUR SUMMER JOB. LET MANPOWER WORK FOR YOU!!! Summer is finally here, so let Mapower 6nd your summer /ob for you We are currently accepting applications for the following positions: • Janitorial • General Labor • General Office • Receptionist out of the small slump it had gotten in to. "We felt we dominated the game." the coach said, "but Middleville played some very good soccer." The Caledonia coach said the Middleville coach. Steve Evans, made a superb strate­ gical move when he brought in two extra offensive players late in the game and scored on a breakaway to tie the game with less than 10 min­ utes left. Lisa VanRyn scored the lone goal for the l^dy Scots off a feed from Gallen. The team goes into district play with a 9-6-2 overall record and a 5-4-1 tally in the Rainbow, which is good for second place. The team will be at Plainwell to open district play, to­ day (May 24). Caledonia wins own softball invitational Synopsis of Minutes May 9. 1994 Regular meeting called at 7:02 p.m Board Member* Presents Other-6. Minute* of the regular and •pedal meeting* approved as corrected. Eaton entered meeting at 7:06 p.m. Printed bill* in the amount of $39,192.43 approved by roll call vote. Motion passed unanimously approving 1994 road repair. Motion passed unanimously whole game." The scored stood tied at one after the first half with Dani Gallen scoring off and assist by Trista Frantti. The Lady Pioneers scored late in the second half on a header in front of the net to take the win. Broekhuizen said the team needed a good game against Middleville to boost the team's morale and get them • Assembly • Word Processing Flexible hours available. Full or Part-Time, Indoor or Outdoor Possibrittes Applicants must be 18 years of age and able to provide positive work experience and ©references If you are interested, please call Manpower at... 948-3000 and schedule an appointment E.O E. 127 N. Market, Hastings, Ml 49058 the 65 pound category. A silver medal was awarded to Lucas Zoet. Steve Gillet and Todd Maines earned bronze medals and Mike Morgan placed fourth. Dustin McFarlan and B.J. Tomanek set the pace for Group IV by winning silver medals. Placing third were Nick Draft and Zach Hollinshead and finishing fourth were Casey Kinney and Nick Webster. Middleville places six in state tourney The Middleville Freestyle Wrestling Club placed six wrestlers in the top four at the State Championship Tourna­ ment at Michigan State Uni­ versity, May 14. Tom Haynes placed second in Greco-Roman Group III and Ron Haynes and Dendal Craven placed second in Group IV. Jeremy Vanderfifer placed third in Group IV. In the Greco-Roman Open Class, Delbert Craven placed second. Tom Haynes placed fourth in the Freestyle class. Other wrestlers from Mid­ dleville were Jeremy Vanderftfeund Philip Corson. Phone 795-3345 . for Sun & News Action Ads’ Sherry Bailey upped her record to 5-2 overall on the mound and helped her own cause by getting two singles. Katie Donker had a single and a triple in her four plate appearances. The triple was her sixth of the season which ties the record at Caledonia for most triples in a season. Jodi Vander Velde was 3-4 at the plate with four runs scored and three stolen bases. Coach Jon Pelletier said he couldn't say enough about how well Bailey played. "She was in control when she took the mound and held Hastings scoreless.” Bailey came in to relieve Lisa Constant In the third inning. "It felt real good to win this tournament," Pelletier said. "We had to beat a very good team to do it and every (Mie <mi the learn worked hard to win." SYNOPSIS • YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP BOARD MEETING May 12. 1994 Meeting called to order by London. All membes and 14 visitors present. Minutes of April 14, 27 and fiancial report of April 30 approved Public Hearing for Oakwood Shores Special Assessment District conducted and Resolu tion adopted. Assessor will submit request for contract change in writing Motion passed to purchase new computer for treasurer Motion passed to seal coat Wildwood Motion passed to pay for roof and soffit ventilation Motion passed to pay bills. Motion passed to allow funds to continue in coble consortium Meeting adjourned. Harvey E Vander Bee (302) FACTORY WORK • Assembly • Stack Parts • Load Machines • Spot Weld • Machine Operators Many current openings at factories located near the Kent County Airport and on south end of Grand Rapids. Bring in this ad to receive an extra *50 upon completion of a 40 hour work week within 2 pay w periods of applying with BONUS Peoplemark Apply 8 a m.-4 p.m weekdays or 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday with 2 pieces of I D A Bl □ 507 36th St., ^B^H^^B Grand ' BW^^" (about 1 mile East of U.S 131) PEOPLEMARK Equal c ew24Misi Opportunity Employer �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / May 24, 1994 / Page 19 Notch up two more tourney wins for TK softball The Middleville softball team took five innings to mercy Caledonia, 12-2, in the rescheduled Middleville Invitational finals. May 17 and defeated Spana 4-1. May 14, to win the Pioneer Classic. The original game had to be rescheduled because of rain. Caledonia got to the fi­ nals by defeating Allegan and Middleville beat Wayland. Traci Campbell gave up three hits in the champi­ onship game to raise her record to 9-3 this season She walked two and struck out one. Middleville collected seven hits along the way. with Becky Holwerda getting three singles, Jaime Strater a pair of singles and Katie Berg batting 1-1 with a double. It was the third tournament the year the team has won. Strater hit in her 24th run and moved into second place in the high school record book. With the win the team is The Middleville softball team hold the trophy they won by defeating Caledonia in the Middleville softball tournament 12-2. Middleville's Amy Snyder slides under the tag of Caledonia's Jenny Milland in the Middleville win in the tournament. 19-4 overall. In the Pioneer Classic, hosted by East Grand Rapids, the Lady Trojans posted a 91 victory over EGR and a 4-0 shutout of Grand Rapids Christian in pool play. Against Sparta. Vikki Jansen and Strater had a pair of RBIs each and Campbell threw a three hitter. She gave up five strike outs and walked two. Katie Berg threw the sec­ ond pool play game over the Grand Rapids Christian, suf­ fering only two hits and striking out five. Her record is now 9-1. In the game Holwerda and Campbell were 3-4 at the plate with Holwerda getting three singles and Campbell two singles and a triple. Campbell threw the shutout in game one of pool play. She gave up two hits and struck out five. Katie Berg went 2-3 with a double and a single and Strater was 2-2 with a pair of singles. The team will host Com­ stock Park, tomorrow (May 25) and be at Hamilton. Fri­ day. ASK YOUR CHILD WHAT A STRANGER LOOKS LIKE hances are good that if Middleville's Trad Campbell whips a fastball down the pike in the game over Caledonia. Middleville shortstop Nathan Bundy pulls away from a fastball which had strayed a little to dose in the game versus Allegan, Saturday ‘The Big Inning’ does in TK baseball team With three losses last week. Middleville varsity baseball coach Tim Pennfieki is wondering why his team has a "cursed inning." There always seems to be The Big Inning’ where we seem to have a lapse in concentration." he said. "It is usually late in the game and the score is dose." The Trojans lost to Wyoming Lee 22-14. May 16. Byron Center 9-3. last Wednesday and 16-4 to Calvin Christian, Friday to drop the season record to 415 overall and 3-8 in the OK Blue. In the Lee game, the winning run was shot down at the plate in the bottom of the seventh inn after a bases loaded single by Mike Sanderson tied the game at 14. In the eighth inning the Rebels scored eight to take the game away from the TK team. Steve Austin had a two-run homer m the game In the 9-3 loss to the Bulldogs, the Trojans open a 3-0 lead early and watched it slip away for another loss. On Fnday. the score was tied 3-3 going into the fifth inning when the Squires capitalized on Trojan errors and took batting practice on TK pitching for 13 runs in the inntng The team hosts Comstock Park, tomorrow (May 25) for the final regular season game of the year, before entering district play next Tuesday. B you ask your child what a stranger looks like, he or she is likely to describe a person like the one pictured here. So when you tell your child not to talk to strangers, it’s important to make sure that your child understands who a stranger really is. Simply put, a stranger is anyone your child does not know, be it the “nice lady” with the dog or the kindly old man in the park. One good idea is to establish a code word known only by yourself, your child and any adult authorized to escort or care for your child. If the stranger doesn’t know the “magic” word, your child is not to go anyplace with that person. It’s as simple as that. make it easy to tell the good guys from the bad, real life unfortunately is not so simple. So take a moment to help safeguard your child today. Child Safety. It’s a matter of show and tell. Hastings, Michigan 49058 (616) 945-9554 (616) 945-5192 FAX �Page 20 / The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml / May 24. 1994 Call for Classifieds ... PLACE YOUR ADVERTISING MESSAGE HERE -795-3345 Rates: 5 wards for $2.75 then IO* per word. If you pay in advance, you save 50* billing charge. Deadline is Friday at 4:00 pjn. ' a For Sale Lawn & Garden PIANO FOR SALE: Wanted, responsible party to take on small monthly paymenu on console piano. See locally. Call 800-635-7611. _____________ GARDEN ROTOTTLL, $30 and up, 891-4028. PLACE A CLASSIFIED AD in this paper 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by calling 948-4450 using a touch tone phone. \miques & Collectibles] ALLEGAN ANTIQUE MARKET Sunday, May 29. Bring the fami­ ly and view 300 exhibitors with something for everyone. 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Ptaa • Caledonia _ I PICK UP ONLY - READY IN 15 MINUTES WeJseOfOwn Speoa Souces and 100% Sea Cheese 9790 CHERRY VALLEY, M-37 - CALEDONIA � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/704/SunandNews_1994-05-31.pdf cec31a04b0937062cdf46285885e8733 PDF Text Text 12/30/99 ^stings PuCl icLiDrary 121 Church Hastings, m.4W5b Your Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas No. 18 I May 31, 1994 Middleville, Michigan 49333 124th Year Middleville sewer construction started by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The $2 million Middleville sewer project has reached a long-awaited milestone — construction began last week Village President Lon Myers, along with the other Village Council members, did the honors at a ceremonial ground breaking last Monday. The timing worked well since officials from the village of Hart were in Middleville as part of the Mayor Exchange program. At the council meeting on Tuesday. Village Manager Ev Manshum told the council that there had been a meeting with the sub-contractors on the project, and construction would begin yet the same week Manshum also told the council that the Site Review Committee had unanimously approved the site plan for the Dan Valley Excavating building going into the Mid­ dleville Industrial Park In other business last week, the council: — Approved getting two appraisals and listing the Iff-acre parcel of village pro­ perty located on State Road between Lescoe and Hunter See Construction on pogo 2 It wos o joyous occasion last Monday when the Mid­ dleville Village Council ceremoniously turned the first shovels of dirt for the new sewer project. Taking port in the groundbreaking were (from left) Village Presi­ dent Lon Myers, Village Clerk Cheryl Hooper, and trustees Marilyn VandenBerg, Jim French, Floyd Bray, Gerald Stagray, and Jim Oliver. MASWr PUBLIC UBRAW 18-mill levey represents 38 percent of '94-95 budget Caldeonia Schools must seek voter approval for tax by Barbara Gall Staff Writer f Anybody who thinks that Proposal A ended those painful local school millage elections needs to go back and read the fine print issued from Lansing. Caledonia voters need only read the ballot of the June 13 school election when, along with voting for school board candidates, district residents also will be asked to approve an 18-mill tax levy on local businesses. Proposal A. approved by voters March 15, slashed homestead property tax funding for schools to six mills, however, a poorly advertised component of the new legislation "assumes” that businesses will pay 24 mills as part of the school funding package. Though an 18-mill increase over the homestead property tax, the business levy still represents a savings over the previous operating millage in most school districts. Business owners in Caledonia, for instance, formerly paid 29.6 mills for school operations. Farm land, however, would be taxed at the six-mill rate, even if the farmers' lands are not contiguous, or adjoining. Under Proposal A, property tax revenues primarily were replaced with a 2 percent increase in the state sales tax and a 50-cent per pack in­ crease in the cigarette tax. But these revenues alone could not adequately fund the stale's " What is not understood is that Proposal A did not guarantee 'full funding’ of the foun­ dation grant for each school district. ” - Judi Dean schools, and businesses were chosen to shoulder some of the shortfall. Legislators, however, left to local school districts the un­ pleasant task of explaining to their voters that the separate 18-mill business or non­ homestead property tax is a vital source of each district's new school funding found­ ation grant. School districts will ask for approval of the 18 mills as their current operating mil­ lages expire. For the Caledo­ nia Community Schools, whose current millage expires this year, the 18-mill levy is worth an estimated $6.5 mil­ lion, or about 38 percent of the district's 1994-95 operat­ ing budget. Without this money, the district would be hard pressed to keep its doors open for a full year, school officials say. And, if the business millage is turned down locally, the state has said it will not make up those funds. "What is not understood is that Proposal A did not guar­ antee 'full funding' of the foundation grant for each school district," said Caledo­ nia Schools Business Manager Judi Dean. "The legislation tied to Pro­ posal A requires the local school district to gain voter approval of the 18 business mills before the district re­ ceives the full funding of that foundation grant. "The problem is that the state did such a good job of selling the idea that voters would be paying only six mills under Proposal A. that now we're actually fighting that publicity campaign in trying to get approval of those 18 business mills." Dean said that the law­ makers left it to the local school districts to: • Explain the whole situa­ tion to voters, and • Hold a millage election requesting the 18-mill levy whenever present operating millage expires. "It’s very confusing to our taxpayers,' Dean said. It sounds like we're asking for something that no other dis­ trict seems to need, although Grandville and Kent City also will be making the same re­ quest this year "Other districts, whose mil­ lage is still in effect, can go ahead and authorize 18 of those mills, but they will have to go back to their voters, too, when their operating millage expires. "Caledonia is just having to ask this a little sooner than most of its neighbors." Dean said that voters need to understand that this millage request "in no way" is an ef­ fort to obtain more millage than the district presently re­ ceives. "I emphasize, this is not an enhancement. This is a re­ quest to keep the current level of funding that we have," she said. "People also need to re­ member that this 18 mill-levy does not affect homeowners They will continue to pay only six mills." Dean said that if the millage fails, she would be "baffled" as to how the Soo Totos on pogo 2 In This Issue.... Concord officials help Caledonia celebrate ground-breaking Mayor's Exchange visitors from Concord shared a historic event with their Caledonia Village Council hosts as they broke ground for the village s new wastewater treatment plant Pictured from the left are Cheryl Dishaw, Jon Soules Halsey Jenks. Glen Klover Jackie Cherry, Judy Kidder, Dona Sunday, Wayne Treichel, Joy Shook and BuH Rodgers More Mayor s Exchange pictures inside. • Yankee Springs ordinance hearing is Saturday • Caledonia welcomes Concord in Mayor Exchange • New Caledonia Middle School building on schedule • IK graduates 193 students from DARE program �Page 2 I The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / May 31, 1994 Yankee Springs ordinance hearing is Saturday by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Yankee Springs Planning and Zoning Commission will be putting several zoning or­ dinance revisions before the public at a hearing scheduled for Saturday The public hearing is set to begin at 9 a m and continue as long as necessary at the township hall on Briggs Road Ken Worsham, chairman of the Planning Commission, said that seven meetings have been held over the past several months to review the entire township ordinance Rand Bouman of the South Central Michigan Planning Council worked with the special committee, pointing out any conflicts or problems that exist in the current ordinance. “We really relied on Rand to find any conflicts in the or­ dinance." said Worsham •' Part of the problem is that the current ordinance was drafted at two different times, the late 1970s and again in the late 1980s.'* Worsham explained. ’ There was no coordination between the two. so our or­ dinance does have directly conflicting parts." Everyone in the township was welcome to sene on the committee working on the revisions. There were six or seven people who were consistly present But altogether, about 30 people helped. Besides correcting con­ flicts. Worsham said new sec­ tions were added to deal with lake front property, con­ dominiums. planned urban developments (PUDs). and the dividing of large pieces of property The Township Board and the Zoning Board of Appeals have reviewed the proposed changes Worsham said that the Plan­ ning Commission should be prepared to vote on the revi­ sions when the public hearing is complete ‘ That way. it can go before the Township Board at the (Thursday) June 9 meeting for final action." Worsham said Gavin's site of Muscular Dystrophy lockup Middleville Village President Lon Myers (right) welcomed Hart Mayor William Wells to the ground breaking ceremony for the village s sewer project. Wells along with other Hart officials were in Middleville Monday os port of the mayor exchange program. Construction continued from page 1____________ apartments 7 The property recently was rezoned from industrial to medium density residential Price of the parcel will be determined by the appraisals. — Asked Manshum to review the credentials of three people who had already ex­ pressed an interest in the fulltime planning position that was approved by the council. — Appointed John Miller to the housing commission for a five-year term expiring in May 1999. by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Gavin's in Middleville will be sporting a new look tomor­ row — that of a jail. Crepe paper bars on the windows will set the scene for a Muscular Dystrophy Association lockup Dave Donner, program coordinator for the MDA of­ fice in Grand Rapids, con­ tacted Bill Gavin about spon­ soring the event that will reach <Hit to people in the Middleville-Caledonia area. Besides providing the site. Gavin s will supply the jailers and the vans to collect the “jailbirds." Fortunately for those in jail, the sentence is for one hour. During that time, each "jailbird" will attempt to raise $500 bail by calling friends, family and business associates. "Jailbirds" will have the full hour to reach con­ tributors. since MDA sets up the use of cellular phones for the event. Throughout the day. so far there are 41 people willing to "do time." Armed with warrants, the jailers will begin collecting people in the morning, in time for a group to begin calling at 9 am A new group will come every hour until 4 p.m.. ac­ cording to Donner The "jailbirds" will even be fed while they're in jail with food donated by local merchants “We’ve had great support for this type program," ex­ plained Donner. “We’re looking for this lockup to just take off. ’' Money raised by MDA is used to provide for patient services and clinics, and for research on 40 neuromuscular diseases MDA is a national volunteer health agency that has 230 clinics and 193 field offices across the United States. In southwest Michigan, there is a clinic at Borgess Hospital in Kalama/ixi. and the organization sponsors a week-long camp for those suf fering from muscular dystrophy at Camp Geneva in Holland Even if people don't con­ tribute toward someone's bail, ocher donations will be ac­ cepted at Gavin's during the lockup. And. donations can be sent to MDA. West Michigan chapter, 161 Ottawa St NW. Room 305A. Giand Rapids. Mich. 49503 Taxes continued from page 1 district could be run. Caledonia already has cut nearly a million dollars from next year's operating budget, and to lose another $6.5 mil­ lion would mean cutting into staffing, technology, books and supplies, transportation and maintenance. "All property taxpayers are saving money under the new legislation," commented Caledonia Superintendent of Schools Robert Myers. "The question now is, where do schools get their operating funds. The business millage was part of the pack­ age approved in Proposal A. and it is essential for the Caledonia Schools to maintain its current programs. "Lansing has said we must ask for that millage, and we need our voters to approve it so we can continue to provide quality education for our kids." Myers and Dean said that anyone with questions about the millage should call the Caledonia Community Schools office at 891-8185. Make Citizens Your Choice For Insurance in Michigan Citizens Insurance Company has grown from a pioneer of �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I May 31, 1994 / Page 3 Caledonia welcomes Concord in Mayor Exchange bv Barbara Gall Staff Writer Officials from the village of Concord not only got a “cook's tour'* of Caledonia last week, but also took pan in Concord Moyor Jolsoy Jenks ond Coledonio Villoge Mayor Glen Klover heoded their communities' delego tions during lost week's Mayor's Exchange. a histone village event. Caledonia Village Council members chose the May 25 Mayor's Exchange visit from Concord for the official groundbreaking of a longawaited. long-planned waste water treatment plant that will serve both the village and part of Caledonia Township After tounng the village, several area businesses and Caledonia High School. Con­ cord officials took shovels in hand and good naturedly join­ ed the Caledonia Village Council in scooping out the ceremonial clods of earth at the site of the new plant. “This is not just your or­ dinary Mayor's Exchange Day," said a happy Glen Klaver. president of the Caledonia Village Council “This is something the Caledonia and Concord officials pause for a photo at the Caledonia Village Township Hall before setting off on a tour of the Caledonia area. village has been working on for years. " The new sequencing batch reactor (SBR) plant will be Neighborhood Watch sponsors Picnic in the Park June 4 Caledonia Village Council President Glen Klaver explains plans for the village's new wastewater treatment plant to Concord village officials during Mayor's Ex­ change Day. The Caledonia Village Neighborhood Watch is spon­ soring a June 4 “Picnic in the Park" for all village families. Beginning at 11 a.m.. the event is planned to provide fun for kids and also a chance for parents to meet, enjoy some Saturday “neighbor­ ing" and share information. Each family should bring a picnic lunch, and beverages will be provided at the park. Also on hand will be the Kent County Sheriff Depart­ ment’s six-foot tall robotic Safety Dinosaur, said Watch coordinator Steve Antecki. Anyone with questions about the day should call Antecki at 891-9401. constructed near the present village lagoon wastewater treatment system, and will provide the village with 250.000 gallons per day new capacity, with another 250.000 gpd purchased by Caledonia Township. Concord officials said they enjoyed getting to be in on the historic occasion. “As village officials ourselves, we know how im portant this must be to Caledonia. “ said C oncord Mayor Halsey Jenks The visitors were treated to a slightly more formal affair later as they joined village and township officials for dinner at the Caledonia Christian Reformed Church. Concord had entertained Caledonia council members on May 23 during its share of the statewide program that provides similar-sized municipalities the opportunity to exchange ideas and information. STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY Call us for a quote for all of your insurance needs • Auto • Life • Health Home • Business • Investment Caledonia Village Centre 9365 Cherry Valley Avenue Caledonia, Ml 49316 891-9294 LET US HELP YOU... Move In ! 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Ml (616) 795-3361 MAIN OFFICE 627 East Main St. Caledonia, Ml (616) 891-8113 DUTTON 3205 68th St. Dutton, Ml (616) 698-6337 FDIC �Page 4 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / May 31, 1994 Neighbors with... NORMA Well, we have now settled down to our regular routine, now that Jana has gone to Vic­ toria. British Columbia Cay and Jana did some horseback riding and camping Jana i* not as interested in horses as Cay is, but was a very good sport about it I just love to watch the family enjoy each other. It is so nice to see them enjoy being together The family is so scattered out that they seldom get together very often On June 25. Pat and his family from New Jersey, and Mary and her family will VELDERMAN come here and spend a week My sister and her hubby will be here with us at the same tune. Some will be staying at a motel Mary and John will have their travel trailer and it will be a wonderful full­ family time Then on July 10 through Aug 4 I hope to be going to Leader Dog training Two area residents are gone. Ralpy Kenyon and Jen­ nie Davis With a shock. I realized that I was now getting to be one of the older residents of the area. but. I am really just an import, not a locally bom resident We have been here since 1950. but that makes us new I am having a lot of fun with my various sweat suits. I just love them. For the first time in my life. I am warm. So I just live in them, with tennis shoes or walking shoes. Johnny dislikes both and is embarrassed by my weanng a sunbonnet He laughingly said that I should walk 10 paces behind him so people won t think that I am with him. Now for the news Clare and Pat Tolan just came back from their daughter Kim’s wedding in Alpena Pat said that Kim would probably send her folks the write up of the wedding Russ Bender said that last Saturday was Alice’s birth­ day Mike and Edna Bender. Florence and Sue Dickerson came out to decorate the graves at Mt. Hope Cemetery Then they all got together and went out for a family dinner. Russ and I were talking about all of his brothers and sister. I think that he said that Forrest was 9 1. I feel that workaloholic people tend to live longer. Every one of the Benders had to work very hard, and 1 guess that hard work can extend life. Maureen Robinson showed me the baby ducks in their greenhouse. 1 think that they had three white and four brown babies. Right now they are so small and cute She also showed me some Monkey Flowers. I had never seen them before. This flat was sold but I got to see them anyway. I live this time of the year. Maureen said that they were praying for a frost-free weekend. The straw berries are just loaded with blossoms. Her son had just put in 14.000 plants Hope that the frost stays away so there can be a good season. Mary Hayward’s daughter is coming to visit her on Tuesday Betty Newman said that is was her birthday Saturday so they took her out for dinner Fnday night. Elaine Northrup said that they had the whole family over for Ryal's birthday on Sunday Lois Bender said that they went with Phil and Barb to help Daniel celebrate her 21 st birthday in Manan. Ind. Diane’s friends helped keep Diane home so they could make it a surprise birthday party, and she didn’t know anything about it. We saw Neva and Bill Ke­ nyon at open house for Ralph Neva Kenyon said that the retirement dinner was so nice. She enjoyed it very much. Mary Noah said that Kay and Melvin Noah took her out for dinner this last weekend. Well, folks. 1 guess this is it for another week. Love you all very much. Life is so very wonderful Spring is such a wonderful time of the year. When we went to Pennock for John’s blood-test, an unex­ pected thing had just happen­ ed. As we went through the automatic door, there was a man lying on the floor in the second automatic door. The nurses and another got him in­ to a wheelchair Then another man asked the fallen man if he wanted him to move his truck The man had his keys in his hand, seeming out of it. and heard enough to hand him the Sm Neighbors on page 5 LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church — Serving a Living Lord SUNDAY....... 9 45 a m , 11:00a.m. A 6.00pm. WEDNESDAY.......................... Family Fellowship Prayer A Bible Study 7 00 p.m 7240 68th Street, SE — Caledonia 2 mile* east of M-37 Pastor. Rev. Brian F. Harrison Youth Pastor, Darrel L Schrock Music, Jeffery C. Vander Heide CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A church with a caring heart for our community and the world' Sunday Services....... 9:30 a m. & 6:00 p.m. M-37 at 100th St., Caledonia, Ml Church Office: (616) 891-1512 Rev. Gerald Van Oyen Al Tiemeyer Community Calling FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville Bruce N. Stewart, Pastor Lee Taylor, Assistant Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer Word of Lift Club. 9:45 a m. 11:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m. 6:45 p.m. 6:45 p.m. WELCOME TO CHRISTIAN REFORMED 6201 Whitneyville Avenue Sunday School.......................... 9:30 a m." Sun. Morning Worship 10:30 a.m. Evening Service...................... ..6:00 p.m. Rev. Bernard Mulder, Pastor 868-6306 LEIGHTON UNITED METHODIST Gaines United Brethren Church Kalamazoo Avenue at 92nd Street Caledonia, Michigan Telephone P98-8252 Pastor Mark Beers LAKESIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Pastor Scott Taylor Reaching People With Christ 8:30 am to 9:30 am — First Worship Service 9:30 am to 9:45 am — Coffee Fellowship 9:45 am to 10 45 am — Sunday School 10:45 am to 11:00 am — Coffee Fellowship 11:00 am to 12 00 — Second Worship Service Nursery and Childrens Church toil! be provided during both services. "Set tn example In speech m Me in love. In faith and in purity " 1 Timothy <12 Sunday Morning Worship (Interpreted for hearing impaired)................9:30 a m. Sunday School.......................................................... 11:10a.m. Sunday Evening Service............................................. 6:30p.m. Pioneer Club (K thru 6 Gradel - Wednesday.................... 6:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting - Wednesday........................... 7:00 p.m. Youth Fellowship - Sunday.............................. 5:00 p.m. RAY TOWNSEND. Pastor TIM DOUBLESTEIN. Youth Director 708 West Main Street Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Morning Worship Service............. 10:00 a m Sunday School................................ 11:15 a m. Evening Worship Service................ 6:00 p.m Rev. James Cusack Phone 891-9259 YOU ARE INVITED Saturday Evening Mass..........................5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass....................9 00 a m A 11:00a.m. KETTLE LAKE INDEPENDENT REFORMED Proclaiming the Histone Reformed Faith. Rev Roger Timmerman, Pastor WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 8546 Whitneyville Ave at 84th St *891-8661 The Church where everybody ts somebody . and Jesus Christ is LonT Services at 9:30 a m. and 6:00 p.m. Worshipping at Kettle Lake School on Whitneyville Rd South of 68th Street Sunday School...................................... 9 30 a m Sunday Morning Wortfvp..................... 10 30 a m Sunday Evening Worship....................... 600 p.m Wed Mctweetr Prayer A Btie Study...... 7 00 p m. Ben MbamDocxor honor Sieve Jaascn rour fosxy Vbtejxner MuscDr CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST “God Cares for You” Church School................. 9:30 a m. Choir Practice ................. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service............. 10:30 a.m. 250 Vine Street Church Office 891-6669 Parsonage 891-3167 Rev. Bobby Dale Whitlock Cornerstone Wesleyan Church Meeting at the Comer of Wood School Rd. and Wing Rd. Sendees — Sunday School . 10 OC a_m Mommg Worship ............ ..11-00 a.m. Evening Worship....... ......... 600 p.m. Pastor Jeffrey Lee Phone 795 7076 Barner Free • M-37 between Caledonia A Middleville 8:30 or 11:00,6:00 Sunday Worship Services Children s Church. Youth Worship during morning irrvcn. Canway St puppet ministry for K4(h during evening iervice» Sunday School.........................................9:45-10:45 Wednesday Night “Family Night" 6:45-8:15 Includes Adventure Club. Chars for Children and Adults, High School Youth Group and Adult Classes For information call: 891-8119 891-8028 MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Peace Reformed Church 795-3667 MIDDLEVILLE and PARMELEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES St. Paul Lutheran Kraft Ave. & 84th St., Caledonia, Ml (Missouri Synod) ' Be devoted to one another in brotherly love." Rom. 12:10 First Service.......................................8 30 a m Sunday School........... ....9:45 a m (Fellowship Coffee 9:45 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.) Bible Classes................................... 10 00 a.m. Second Service............ 11:00 a.m. (All Services have a Nursery available) Rev. Robert Gerke Office: 891 -8688 Church 891-9878 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 12200 Chief Noonday Road (at Gun Lake) Wayland. Michigan 4934# • 795-7903 Barrier Free / Programs for All Ages 111 Church Street Sunday Worship 10:00 am Sunday School Parmelee Morning Worship........... 9:30 a m Middleville Sunday School............ 9.45 a m Middleville Worship...................... 11 00 a.m Wednesday ' Family Nighl” 6.00 p m Imptnag, Poskm<, Rev. Lynn Wagner — 795-3798 Rev. Carroll Fowler — 765-5316 Church Office Phone - 795-9266 (Tl|c ODlrl (Church 5590 Whitneyville Ave . S.E. Alto, Michigan 49302 Sunday School................ 10 00 a m. Morning Worship.......... 11:00 a m. Evening Worship............... 6.00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting/ Children's Classes........ 7:00 p.m. Rovle Ballard, Pastor - 868-6437 - The Reorganized CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST of Latter Day Saints . $ 8146 6Xth Si near Whitney ville Ave Church School, <2Sunday............................... 10:00am *5 Morning Worship. 1100 a.m. Evening Worship 6 00 p m Wed Fellowship 7:30 pm (in homes or church) call Pastor Lloyd DeVormer Sr. 897-7407 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / May 31, 1994 / Page 5 Ralph S. Kenyon_ | Obituaries Mr. Alfred Edgar Borsum MIDDLEVILLE - Alfred Edgar Bonum, 63, passed away Tuesday, May 24, 1994 al Pennock Hospital, as a result of accidental drowning. He was born February 4, 1931, in Reed City the son of August A. Borsum and Esther Elfreida Brehm and he was raised in the Reed City and Newberry area. He attended Cleary College in Ypsilanti and Ferris State College in Big Rapids graduating from Ferris in 1958. He had lived in Middlevil­ le with his family since 1963. Mr. Borsum married Mary Ann Barber, December 28, 1957 at the Presbyterian church in Newberry He was employed as a Phar­ macist at Meijer, having recently retired following 27 years of service. He was a member of the American Legion and served in the United States Manne Corps at Camp Pendelton from April 10, 1953 to February 14, 1954. Mr. Borsum is survived by his wife, Mary Ann; his children, Enc Borsum and partner of Los Angeles, Todd Borsum of Middleville, Alison (Michael) De Marco of Kentwood; one brother, Ted (Barbara) Borsum of Grand Ledge; three sisters. Mane (Howard) Gmther of East Lansing, Ruth (Hal) Albert of Las Vegas, Nevada, Betty (Earl) Barber of Newberry; many nieces and nephews and very special young friends, Sarah, Allison and Lisa. Memorial services were held Friday, May 27, 1994 at the United Methodist Church in Middleville, Reverend Lynn Wagner officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alfred Borsum Memorial Fund, North Country Trail Association, P. O. Box 311, White Cloud, Michigan 49349. Arrangements by the Beeler Funeral Chapel, Middleville. Mrs. Jennie M. Davis GRAND RAPIDS Mrs Jennie M. Davis, 95, formerly of Middleville, passed away Monday, May 23, 1994 at Clark Retirement Community, Grand Rapids. Mrs. Davis was bom on February 14, 1899 at Allegan County, the daughter of Frank and Lydia (Camp) Converse. Neighbors continued from pg 4 keys Apparently, he must have been feeling terrible and had just parked his truck near the entrance. I hope that he is OK now. But he was very for­ tunate. He didn’t hit any one else. Johnny said that he was a slightly built man, about 50 or so. Hope that he is better. Have a save and wonderful weekend. BINGO American Legion Pout #305 9548 Cherry Valley. Caledonia She was raised in Leighton Township and attended and graduated from Middleville Schools. She married Clifford M Davis on December 14, 1922. She was a member of the Middleville United Methodist Church, Jennie Rugg Circle. Mrs. Davis was a Charter Member of the Prairie Literary Club, Prairie Garden Club and the Farm Bureau. Preceding her in death was her husband Clifford M. Davis. Mrs. Davis is survived by four daughters, Marcella Krallman of Jackson, Dr. R. Jack (Donna) Chase of Grand Rapids, Lawrence (Myrtle) Secord and Gladeon (Norma) Lewis both of Middleville; nine grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Wednesday, May 25,1994 at the Beeler Funeral Chapel with Dr. Robert C. Smith officiating. Interment ML Hope Cemet­ ery, Middleville. Memorial contributions may be made to Middleville United Methodist Church or Clark Retirement Community Bene­ volent Fund. MIDDLEVILLE - Ralph S. Kenyon, 86, passed away Sunday, May 22, 1994 at Saint Mary’s Hospital, Grand Rapids. Mr. Kenvon was bom on July 7,1907 in Middleville, the son of Clark O. and Pearl M (Cook) Kenyon. He was raised in Middleville and attended Prairie School. Mr. Kenyon was married to Alberta Wolf. He was a fanner his entire life. Mr Kenyon was a horse and |ENGAGEMENT Fountain • Gulch Beth Rene’ Fountain and Walter Alan Gulch, both of Caledonia, will be pronounc­ ed husband and wife on Sept. 24. 1994 The bride-elect is the daughter of Bruce and Phyllis Fountain, also of Caledonia. Her fiance is the son of Ed­ ward Gulch of Baldwin and Eleanor Villerot of South Lyon. The couple are both graduates of Caledonia High School. Anyone over 60 who enjoys travel, crafts, cards and just getting together with friends should stop in and meet the Caledonia Prime Timers. This group enjoys a travelogue class each Wednesday from 9 a m. to noon, and also meets each Fri­ day for crafts and cards. All these activities are held at the Caledonia Community Education Building . The Prime Timers also take a trip each month, and in June will be visiting the Muskegon Race Track and later the Cherry County Playhouse to see Don Knotts in “Harvey.” Members of the group would be happy to welcome new members, and ask anyone who would like to join an activity, take one of the trips or just receive a monthly Marksmen Quartet to visit Caledonia church rrrrTTrrrTTrrrTrrrrrrrrrTrrrrTTT^^ Vacation i Bible School ! : j : : : : Introducing KidTricks: A magical four-part film series for kids ages 5-12. z ' 5075 N. Middleville Rd. Middleville : J b June 13-16th • : 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Questions Call — 795-9726 The Caledonia Christian Reformed Church 1993-94 concert series will have, rescheduled from Feb. 25. the Marksmen Quartet. Saturday. June 18. at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $5 m advance. $6 at the door. Tickets are available at Cutlerville Chris­ tian Bookstore and Caledonia Professional Pharmacs or by calling (616) 891-8858 or 795-9548 The church is located at M-37 and 100th Street. Caledonia : : : : : Brothers named to : Ferris Dean's list • First Baptist Church j • J hiwii-ittntiunututminiu ssujuli Nears to observe 50th anniversary Caledonia Prime Timers looking for new members • THURSDAY • Early Bird - 6:30 p.m. cattle dealer in the Barry County area and enjoyed fishing. Visitation will be Tuesday, May 24, 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral services will be held Wednesday morning at 11XX) a.m. at the Beeler Funeral Chapel with Reverend Roger G. Timmerman officiating, Inter­ ment at Ml Hope Cemetery, Middleville. Memorial contributions may be made to Thomapple Ambu­ lance Service. Todd and Scoa Hudson of Caledonia have been named to the dean's list of scholars for the winer semseter at Ferris State University T odd finished his sophomore year with a grade point average of 4.0 in the criminal justice program and Scott finished his first semester in college with a 3.933 GPA in the business program Both boys attended Caledonia High School They arc the sons of Mr and Mrs Alan J Hudson of Caledonia. newsletter, to call Sherry at the Community Education of­ fice. 891-8117. Robert and Helen (Rodgers) Near were married June 2, 1944. at the Caledonia Methodist Church. Caledonia, Mi. Their 50th celebration will be held however on July 9 at Peace Reformed Church, Middleville, Mi. Their children and grandchildren will be presenting a musical tribute concert in the church sanctuary at 2 p.m. July 9. Luncheon and social hour will follow in the church dining room at approx. 3:30 p.m. until 5 p.m. Children are Vicki and Steve Marsh, Mary and Rex Weaver, Betty Near and Ken and Glory Near. The public is invited. Your presence will be your gift. A’rTET^Tl°K!fl TRUE VALUE HOMES Office at Cider Mill Village is Now Open Monday 10*6; Wednesday 9*6; Friday 9*1 OTHER HOURS ARE AVAILABLE BY APPOINTMENT! or Call Sandra at the South Division Lot in Grand Rapids at 531*1400 Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday STOCK UNITS - Single & Doublewides are available for immediate occupancy! PROGRESS REPORT on oar Newest Addition: 35 lots will be available very soon! See Sandra now to reserve your favorite location. ORDER A NEW HOME NOW FOR JULY DELIVERY Call Sandra Now at... TRUE VALUE HOMES In Cider Mill Village 7QE 7Q0H A of Carefree Manufactured Houses //J'/7vV Private Property Land Home Financing Available 812 RIVER BEND LANE — MIDDLEVILLE l �Page 6 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / May 31. 1994 Community Players prepare for June production Sun and News writer recieves MEMSPA award Sun and News writer Barbara Gall recently received an award from Region Nine members of the Michigan Elementary and Middle School Principals Association for lively, informative news coverage for education in Kent County ' She was nominated for the award by Kettle Lake Principal Jeff Worman. by Barbara Gall Staff Writer The Caledonia Community Players are well into rehear­ sals of the comedy Play On!." to be performed June 23-24 at the Caledonia High School Performing Arts Center The Rick Abbot play is the young theater company 's first major production The plot involves the au­ dience in a humorous “play within a play" situation in which a theater group is trying to put on a play despite the constant interference of a revision-happy playwright The first act of “Play On!" is a rehearsal of the show, the second act is the dress rehear­ sal. and the final act is the ac­ Bob Sherwood os Soul (center) holds up the mysterious necklace that is the tual performance, which lives focal point of the play within the play. Looking on ore Henry (Dave Wilkinson). up to Murphy's Law: Polly (Angie Ranaili), Smitty (Sherry Smith) and Phillis (Carol Meehan). anything that can go wrong, will Even the show's sound ef­ Angie Ranaili, Sherry Smith. fects crew get into the act to Bob Sherwood. Dennis add to the overall hilarity. Elmhirst. Robin Basarabski. John Connally is directing Deb Poniatowski and Carol the performance, assisted by Meehan Shelly Langkamp. Donna Local business sponsors Basarabski and Tom have underwritten the new Kaechele theater group's effort by of­ Cast members include fering a special “dinner for Melissa Gibson. Charlotte two" Sam's Joint dinner Mohler. Dave Wilkinson, package for advance ticket New Design Full Service Family Salon Casualwear & Sportswear ...for Misses and Juniors 4 TANNERS (2 Beds and 2 Booths) - OWN - We use and recommend products by Aggie (left) played by Melissa Gibson and Louise (Deb Poniotowski) add to the fun as they try to get the sound effects coming in on cue. 5% SfNKHt CITIZEN DISCOUNT Caledonia Village Center (M-37) • 891-9257 — As Always, Walk-ins Are Welcome — Independence Day Parade SATURDAY, JULY 2 at 11:00 A.M. Participants should complete the following registration form or call 868 6538 for more information Name/Group Contact Person Phone Number Entry Description _______________________Age_________ Mail to Parade Committee 7087 Snow S.E . Alto. Ml 49302 Deadline June 24. 1994 Storting Point Holy Family Catholic Church Will the real director please stand up? John Connal­ ly is directing the Caledonia Players production, 'Play On!, featuring Charlotte Mohler as the director of the play within the play. “Personal Touch CAR CLEANING Interior & Exterior 203 E. Main St., Middleville 70 C 71 I -7 J * / JL Vz Vz Open Tuesday thru Saturday 10 to 5 Other Times Available by Appointment Free Pick up and Delivery 'XTTH FULL SERVICE Phone 795-3345 for Sun & News Action Ads! The director (Charlotte Mohler) tries to explain just how she wonts Billy (Dennis Elmhirst) and Violet (Robin Basarabski) to ploy their parts. purchasers The $25 offer includes din­ ner and dessert for two at Sam’s Jotnt, plus two tickets to the play. Admission without the din Tickets and Sam's Joint dm ner package may be purchased at the Caledonia Community Education office at 330 Johnson Ticket information is available by calling Sherry Smith, CCP treasurer, at 091 8117 Sun Seekers Summer Specials... 15%O« 3-Mo. Unlimited TANNING only — OFFER EXPIRES JUNE 15 — SUNSATIONS 891-4040 CUUUULl �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / May 31. 1994 / Page 7 Cherry Valley Greenhouse helps TK schools Kids experience old fashioined ways at Charlton Park Owners Tim and Karen Leep of Cherry Valley Greenhouse recently donated 10 flats of impatiens and three bags of black dirt to Thornapple Kellogg schools The flowers and dirt were used for the planter in front of the high school. They were planted by Margiline Lewis. Pictured above is Cherry Valley Greenhouse employee Sue Dykstra picking out plants. Third groders Megan Kruse (front) and April Baker in Jan Muir's class at West Elementary learn how dishes were done before there was hot, running water. Their chore was part of the classes daylong outing to Chorlton Pork. SORE FEET / ANKLES? | Phone 795-3345 for Sun & News Action Ads! Assignment Accepted! Medicare. B.C.B.S.. PPO, HMO Diabetics • Adult & Children Foot Problems £ |KENT PODIATRY | * Mb’ CT. || I. 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"Stop in and say hello; it’s J-Ad Graphics News Service Landing the bean bag inside of the hoop takes a lot of concentration. Tim Kelly, former manager of the Middleville branch of the Slate Bank of Caledonia has been assigned to the main office of the bank in Caledonia as loan officer. Marlene Hager, will move from the main office to carry out the duties of branch 19c. Bananas Tim Kelly FRESH - 10-lbs All Creeping Phlox (Limited supply) ......... 7 A % Of f /U KJ 1 1 All Baskets 10% Off '■n S&QO Farm Market and Greenhouse 7350 S Middleville Rd. (M-37) Phone 795-9758 Marlene Hager manager at the Middleville Branch Office of the bank Kelly noted that with the promotions, no one would be leaving, but the changes would give both the opportunity to serve the customers they always have He remarked that Hager s friends and customers are already stopping by in just six miles down the road," Kelly said. Slate Bank recently named George Edger ax president following the retirement of Harold Gless. �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml / May 31, 1994 / Page 9 TK graduates 193 students from the DARE program Middleville Police Chief Louis Shoemoker who is also the D A R E, officer poses with fifth graders Ashley Tobias (left) and Jessica Rose. Both girls entered a contest titled "D.A.R.E. to Moke a Dif­ ference." Ashley wrote a script for a television com­ mercial. Jessica composed a radio spot. D.A.R.E. groduates from Thornapple Kellogg numbered 193 this year. They all joined on stage to sing "A Whole New World," from the movie "Alod- din," at the end of the graduation ceremony lost Fri­ day afternoon. Local ventriloquist David Stewart and his friend Tim­ my talked about drugs and how to ovoid them. U.S. Representative Peter Hoekstra told D.A.R.E. groduates to reach for their dreams. the Hastings City Bank Announces: One student from each of the fifth grade classes at Page Elementary read their essay on how to say no to drugs. Bethany Forbes represented Curt Wissink's class. Community Investment Center Located at Hastings City Bank The Community Investment Center was created so that you can take advantage of quality, potentially higher-yield investment products - right at your Hastings City Bank branch. To arrange for your free Confidential Financial Review, talk to a banking professional at your Hastings City Bank branch or call: David L. Scholl Investment Representative Pizzas sold as final PET fundraiser A pizza krt sale was the Inal fundraiser of the year tor the Parents and Elementary Teachers group at the Mddevfte elementary schools. 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Insurance and securities products • are NOT insured by the FDIC; • are NOT deposits or other obligations of any bank and NOT guaranteed by any bank; and • are subject to investment risks, including the possible loss of principal investment. �Page 10 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I May 31, 1994 New Caledonia Middle School building on schedule by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Going up' Caledonia's new middle school is rapidly taking form as recent sunny weather and pleasant temperatures smiled on masons, carpenters and electncians hard at work on the new facility. Set to open in the fall of 1995, the 140.000square foot school will house 750 students in grades six. seven and eight The building is dominated by a skylight-roofed media center located in the middle of a central circular hall from which the other areas branch off like spokes Covering the media center with a skylight will not only make it architecturally in­ teresting. but also help cut down on elecinc bills, ex­ plained CMS Principal Clark Volz The skylight windows will be of insulated transluscent glass, rather than clear glass, and it is virtually indestructable. he added. The media center is the focal point of the school, with more than just the traditional school library located there. The center does provide quiet reading space, but also demonstration areas and a technologically up-to-date learning lab ‘It's a place where active learning can take place." Volz said He pointed out that creating two loft-type areas m the media center adds more learn­ ing areas and helps cut building costs, since no walls are required for the two elevated extra class spaces. Caledonia Middle School Principal Clark Volz stands amid the construction of the district’s new middle school. Behind him, the main entry to the building takes form. OPEN SUNDAY • 1 to 4 PM 4390 Robertson Road — Middleville TRADITIONAL NEW ENGLAND SALTBOX COLONIAL on 7 acres, 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, living room with fireplace, family room with fireplace, recreation room with fireplace, 3 season porch overlooking swimming pool. Middleville schools.........$159,900. M-37 to Main Street, east at traffic light, 2 miles east to Robertson Road north 's mile to home. YANKEE PRIDE REAL ESTATE, INC. mu Chief Noonday Road Yankee Springs KEVIN MEATON 948-8152 1-800-241-5253 795-7274 The two lofts are connected by a walkway that provides a view of the whole media center, lit by its translucent skylight. The media center is for staff, too, with a room where teachers can meet for in­ services, conferences and st^A meetings The room also could be us­ ed when speakers come to the school. Volz said. Students walking by will be able to look through glass doors and see teachers work­ ing in their team meeting rooms “The teacher’s lounge no longer is a place hidden away from students," Volz said. “We want our students to sec their teachers working in teams and continuing to learn, just as we ask them to do.” In the three grade-level pods, natural light is used as much as possible by using the perimeter of the building for walls where windows can replace concrete. Heating pipes are imbedded in the floor and each classroom is being equipped with 25 computer terminals. “We’re not going to wire them all yet, but we want to be ready. It’s easier to build in the capacity than try to add it later.” Volz said. The classrooms are of flexi­ ble size, with walls that fold back to allow for both large and small group teaming. Each of the folding walls can look like “regular" classroom walls, with bulletin boards and marker boards in place At the end of each pod is a grade-level "commons” area for speakers programs and just good old socialization There is also a learning lab in each pod. and each lab can be divided into four classes or groups The middle school start plans to make full use of the school's outdoor setting, too. The building is surrounded on two sides by trees and by a natural wetlands, and Volz said the present middle school students and staff already are working on ideas for develop­ ing a nature lab in the wetlands area. “The wetlands also serves as a natural retention area for parking lot runoff,” Volz observed “But there are all kinds of wildlife around the wetlands, and students will be able to see ducks, birds and even deer in a natural setting.” The art room, for instance, features a view of that setting through a curved wall of win­ dows, providing students plenty of inspiration, courtesy of Mother Nature. On the more practical side, architects have made good use of building space by locating the "mechanicals” above the rooms, between the classroom ceilings and the building roof. “This is a ‘Chevy’ building, not a Cadillac,” said Volz, pointing to the use of textured concrete block as the decorative element in the hallways. “Our citizens said they didn't want an elaborate building, so we have just used natural materials in some creative ways to provide aesthetics. ” All in one wing will be technology education, band, choir and art. "But student work will be displayed throughout the building,” Volz, emphasized The “gymnatorium” will provide the school a flexible­ sized auditorium with retractible seating and a capacity of 450 The gymnatorium also will be used as an alternate "play ing space” besides the actual See Building on pege 11 Stifel, Nicolaus & Company, Incorporated Hat Offered Investment Services For Over 100 Years Our Professional Investment Services include: Equities • Mutual Funds • Retirement Plane Unit Investment Trusts • Managed Accounts Annuities • Ponds, Including: Corporate Bonds Municipal Bonds • Government Bonds For more information, call: (616)942-1717 or (800)676-0477 2100 Raybrook, S.E., Suite 301 Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546-57H3 Member SIFC and New York Slock Exchange Inc. �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml I May 31. 1994 I Page 11 Page, McFall students plant trees This is the fourth year that McFall first graders have brought a tree to plant on the school grounds. Here several of the students gather around the tree that was dedicated to the greening of the earth. Page Elementary fifth grocers planted several hardwood trees around the ground of the Middleville school. Getting the hole large enough to occcomodate the roots is important. Building continued from page 10---------------------------gym, which includes a fulllength basketball court with two cross courts and a balcony area. The cafeteria will serve multi functions, providing the usual food service and a place for student dances and other social events. Volz said that he was ex­ cited not only about the ar­ chitectural features of the building, but also some of its less visible, but equally im­ portant features. “We are trying to create the healthiest possible environ­ ment in this school," he said, referring to the building’s air­ handling system. “The quality of air is very important to learning, and the system must be adequate for moving the air, for air condi­ tioning. and so on. “We are doing this as economically and energyefficiently as possible. " He pointed out that in siting the building, architects took advantage of another energy conservation measure by fac­ ing the building toward the east and the morning sun. • BODY MASTERS • PRECOR STEPPERS •TECTRIX BIKE MAX'S WE WILL OFFER PERSONALIZED EXERCISE PROGRAMS, INCLUDING SPECIAL HEALTH CONCERNS AND SENIORS PROGRAMS. TWO PERSONAL TRAINERS ON STAFF OPENING JUNE 20th OPEN HOUSE |UNE 25! ■ 11am-3pm Also under construction is the water tower for a system that will serve both the middle school and o residential development to the east of the school property. Bui he said he is happiest about the way the ideas of parents, teachers, staff and administrators have produced a facility he thinks will en­ • • • • Perennials Annuals Vegetables Mixed Pots courage learning He said, “Anybody should be able to walk into this space and feel like M’s time to learn." _ Cherry Valley GREENHOUSE V • FREE WEIGHTS • AEROBICS / STEP AEROBICS -TANNING..AND MORE!!! ^UndS One Roof" REGISTER TO WIN A FREE MEMBERSHIP! Hanging Baskets Strawberry Jars and More! Open: Monday-Friday 9-8; Saturday 9-e Just 2 miles south of Coledonui on M-37 • 795-8811 STOP BY TUES., MAY 31, JUNE 7, or JUNE 14, 6-9 PM AT THE MIDDLEVILLA INN TO LEARN ABOUT PACKAGE RATES, AEROBIC SCHEDULES AND EVERYTHING WE HAVE TO OFFER!! 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Inc The past week was no exception We in the Senate passed a number of bills that, if signed into law. will significantly im­ pact state citizens Rather than focus on one or two of those issues, I have decided to provide you w ith a brief summary of a few of the major proposals we' sent over to the Michigan House School Testing Right now. school districts can develop local tests for the purpose of awarding state-endorsed diplomas They can do this until 1996 But for 1997 graduates, school districts must use a test developed by the state Because I believe districts using tests equal to or tougher than the state test have a right to hold their students to higher standards. I sponsored two bills that will allow the 24 districts with their own tests to continue using them in t|>e future. Senate Bills 1150-51 were approved Wednesday in the Senate Under the bills, the local tests would be approved by the state every five years. This issue has a direct effect on west Michigan because the Rockford school district here has developed its own tests and they have proven quite successful. Gun-Free Schools Senate Bill 966. also passed Wednesday, is an effort to com­ bat violence in our schools. This measure requires expulsion for students found in possession of a gun or any other dangerous weapon on school property . Students in the fifth grade or lower would be expelled for 90 days, while students in the sixth grade or higher will be out of school for 180 days. Ex­ pelled students could not enroll in another school district until the expulsion period has been exhausted. This is a tough and necessary bill. Every day in the United States, 135.000 guns are brought into schools, and 28.000 secondary school students are attacked each month. In fact, half of all teanager violent crime occurs in school buildings, on TK Bulletin Board June 1-2 — 4th grade Field Days (in the mornings). June 1 — M-W Kindergarten Field Day. 5th grade to Splash. June 2 — T-Th Kindergarten Field Day. Immunization Clinic will be made available for students that need their immuniza­ tions up to date At the H.S. auditorium from 9-11 a m. and 1-4 p.m June 3 — Popcorn at West and alternating Kindergarten. June 5 — Tour de Cure bike event for diabetes at Page. Looking Ahead... June 6-9 — Swimming for Kindergarten and Mrs. Warren’s 1st graders. June 6 — Field Day and Family Picnic for 2nd grade. Page Follies, approx. 1:30. June 7-8 — 5th grade Field Days June 7 — I^st Donut Day at the M.S. June 9 — Field Day and Family Picnic for 3rd grade. M.S. picnic at Gun Lake. June 10 — Last day of school, 9 a m.-12 noon. Middle School Awards Ceremony in the big gym, 8 a m. June 13 — School Board meeting at the H.S. Library, 7:30 p.m. June 10-15 — H.S. Band goes to Orlando, Florida. July 26-28 — H.S. Band Camp goes to Adrian College. Teachable Moments McFall & Page — On May 31st Mrs. Erb’s 1st graders and Mrs. Chausow’s 4th graders are celebrating their last meeting time at Spring Park. We will be having a fun lunch and some fun physical activities, ending up at McFall for a writing activi­ ty and ice cream Quote of the Week — Why not upset the apple cart? If you don’t the apples will rot anyway. Letterheads Business Cards Envelopes PRIN ^ Brochures Wedding Invitations MORE Qualify Printing at Affordable Prices! Call 945-9554 or stop by ... 1952 N. Broadway (M-43) YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY HELP WANTED DEPUTY CLERK Parttime. 2 and V2 days a week, typing skills needed, computer skill helpful, general office experience and other duties associated with Township governmen­ tal work. S7.00 per hour. Send covet letter and resume to: Harvey E Vander Bee. Clerk Yankee Springs Township 284 N Bnggs Road Middleville, Ml 49333 (301) school property or on nearby street^. For the sake of my children and yours and the teachers we ask to educate them, this violence must stop. In some schools throughout the nation and in this state, students attend with fear. How can we expect our children to get an education and the teachers to do their jobs w hen they cannot feel safe in their classrooms? Some many think this is just a big city issue, but it goes beyond that. Carol Powell, a West Branch teacher who was threatened by a 13-year-oki student with a loaded semi­ automatic weapon, said her life has been changed forever “Children bringing guns to school has become a real, common and deadly occurrence.” Powell said. "It changes innocent lives forever. It can destroy a child’s or a teacher s sense of well-being and safety that schools have tried so hard to build. This legislation will send a strong message to students and parents that guns and ocher weapons will not be tolerated in school. It will also ensure offenders do not get another chance to victimize ocher students and teachers. It is a crucial step toward improving our schools. High-Speed Chase Package Every year, innocent people are killed or injured because they get caught in the middle of high-speed chases In fact, a 1991 study shows that at least 30 innocent people died in a nine-year period as a result of high-speed pursuits by Detroit police officers. In an effort to crack down on those who flee and elude police or ocher emergency vehicles, the Senate passed legislation Wednesday that establishes felony charges. Currently , the of­ fense is a misdemeanor If a death results from the chase, the offender would face a 15-year sentence. The bills also set up a process to establish standards that emergency personnel must follow when engaging in a high-speed chase While the police often must pursue criminals, they mqst do it in a way that protects the innocent people who are often caught in the crossfire. This legislation encourages responsibility and cracks down on those who force law enforcement offices to engage in dangerous chases. Do-No-Resuscitate On Tuesday, we passed a bill that will allow the terminally ill to die in peace and with dignity Senate Bill 1069 creates the Michigan Do-No-tResuscitate Procedure Act. Under it. in­ dividuals who are 18 or older can execute a do-not resuscitate order with their physicians. The order demands that in the event of death, the individual must not be resuscitated In order to ensure emergency workers are awarded of the orders, the Michigan Department of Public Health will provide identifies tion bracelets. Under current law, emergency workers must attempt to resuscitate patients with no vital signs, whether the patient wishes it or not. With this legislation, emergency personnel will be relieved of the burden of reviving patients they know are beyond saving. All of these proposals are examples of good public policy. They are measures that will help people throughout the state lead safer, more productive lives, and they treat people with the respect and attention they deserve, both in life and death As we wrap up this legislative session, we will continue to do all we can to deliver positive reforms like these to all of Michigan’s citizens. HELP WANTED Small Hastings retail business has a sales position available. Applicants must be creative, personable and willing to work. Postion offers flexible hours and excellent working conditions. Apply to ... Box 285 c/o Hastings Reminder P.O. Box 188 Hastings, MI 49058 FACTORY WORK • Assembly • Stack Parts • Load Machines • Spot Weld • Machine Operators Many current openings at factories located near the Kent County Airport and on south end of Grand Rapids. 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The Save the Manatee Club was formed in 1981 when a group of people became alarmed at the decreasing number of manatees The club writes that man is the manatee's number one enemy “Careless boaters, canal locks, barges, crab traps and fishing lines regularly injure and kill these defenseless animals as they graze along shallow grass beds in Florida waters “A major threat to the manatee is habitat destruction and the subsequent loss of feeding and breeding grounds “ The flyer that Thatcher s class received gave enough in­ formation to make the kids want to help by joining the Save the Manatee Club and by sponsoring a specific manatee The kids had a choice of 14 IS % T The first graders kept track ot how much money they raised for the adoption of a manatee by keeping a graph. Street Dreams by Ross DeMaagd All of the kids in Pol Thatcher's first grade class at McFall Elementary brought in pop bottles and cans to raise money to adopt a manatee. Two of the boys point to the display in their room that tells about their adoptee, Dana. manatees of all ages, male and female The ones listed for adoption are among those that regularly spend winter at Blue Spring State Park near Orange City, Fla “It was hard to pick just the right one, but. Dana' was our choice. “ explained Thatcher. She said that the children wanted to chose a young female in hopes that she would get pregnant (and then they would be grandparents) The sponsorship cost $10 and the kids came up with the idea of bringing in pop cans to pay for the adoption Thatcher turned the ex­ perience into a math lesson for the kids as well, by having them chart their progress. The kids received Dana’s case history and found out she is very outgoing and playful. Each child also got an adop­ tion certificate. “But the biggest thrill for all of us is that we are helping to protect a helpless creature.” said Thatcher. Anyone else interested in receiving more information about the plight of the manatees can write to Save the Manatee Club, 500 N. Maitland Ave., Maitland. Fla. 32751. Certified Auto and Air Conditioning Service 4833 Cherry Valley Road Middleville 795-3100 PVe Accept Visa & MasterCard TK Rotary nominees honored at dinner The Thornapple Kellogg Rotary nominees for this year were honored recently at a dinner. The nominees include (front, from left) Jennifer Lewis, Carrito Inger­ soll, Sarah Beute, Carla Ploeg, Kendra Weatherheod, and Amy Missod; and (back, from left) Jim Ramey, Mark Overbeek, Steven Buchholtz, Joshua Parker, and Jeremy Hilty. ► 1% APR for 1 Year Now s the time to buy new equipment from Ford New Holland betause financing «s as easy as 1-2 3’Choose 1% APR tor 12 months. 2% APR tor 24 months or 3% APR tot 36 months on these products ► 2% APR for 2 Years • Ford 30 Senes tractors • Powerstar'- tracton (66 to 112 PTO hp) • 10 Senes tracton • New Holland pull type hay and ► 3% APR for 3 Years* forage equipment • LS Series yard tracton Be sure to stop n soon* Otter ends June 30.1994 Maple valley implement, inc. McFall kids get use of safe solar viewer McFoll Elementary kids got a special treat when Ron Mabee brought in c special solar viewer that mode it easier to walch the progression of the recen annular eclipse. Thanks to Mabee the students got a much better look withou’ the fear of damaging their eyes 735 E. Sherman Street, Nashville (517) 852-1910 �Page 14 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / May 31, 1994 Fitness for You opening in Middleville Fitness for You owner Bobbie Nieland (right) explains what the facility has to offer to potential customer Kelly Yates while Jason Hill, who will be working with Nielond, listens. by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer High tech equipment, per­ sonalized exercise programs and aerobK classes are just a few of the fitness options that will be offered by Fitness for You. The facility will open in Middleville on Monday. June 20. next to the Middle Villa in the lower level of the building that houses Middleville Doctors Bobbie Nieland, a lifetime resident of the Middleville area, decided to open the fitness center because there is nothing like it in the area Nieland. who has been teaching step-aerobic classes through the Thornapple Kellogg Community Educa­ tion program, chose to open her business here because of the need and because "this is my town. " Services offered at the facility include weight and strength training, step aerobK classes, tanning, smoking cessation classes, personally ed exercise program. aerobK classes for the elderly, nutn tional and overweight counseling, and fitness pro­ grams for those with special health concerns Jason Hill, who has a bachelor's degree in corporate fitness, will be working with Nieland Nieland will be adding a tread mill and a slide class in the fall Locker rooms ami shower facilities will be available Another service at the facility is nursery care at no additional charge, unless clients wish to tip the caregiver Summer hours arc set for 6 am to 8 p.m.. Monday through Friday. On Satur­ days. Fitness for You will be open from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. and it will be closed on Sundays Each Tuesday evening, in­ cluding tonight and June 7 and 14, the staff will be at the Middle Villa from 6 to 9 p.m. to set up pre-opening sales. "These will be the lowest prices I’ll ever have.” ex­ plained Nieland. “Whatever someone purchases, they'll get half of that time more free.*’ The grand opening is set for Saturday. June 25. During opening week, from June 20-24. the country radio station B-93 will be doing some broadcasting from Fitness for You And there will be a drawing for a pair of tKkets to a Restless Heart concert. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP BOARD May 18. 1994 The regular meeting of the Caledonia Townhip Board was coiled to order at 7:07 p.m. Present Garbow R DeVries. Gould, Jousmo Dielemon. Snyder Absent: J. DeVries Also Present Attorney Jim White Engineer Randy Wilcox and several citizens. MINUTES Approved os printed. BUIS: Reviewed Moved Dieleman support Jousmo to pay bills as printed. Ayes: R. DeVries. Gould Jousmo. Dielemon Snyder Garbow Mo t»on Carried. BUILDING INSPECTOR AND TREASURER REPORT Reviewed PUBLIC HEARING FOR SEWER ASSESSMENT ROLL Hear mg was colled to order at 7:15 p.m. At­ torney Jim White reviewed the summary of the project. Special assessment roll <2 will be for $3,152,392. There will be a $45,400 shortfall. Potential sources for funding shortfall a. Excess bond proceeds, in­ cluding. investment earnings, remaining after payment of pro­ ject costs ($20,544 of capitalized interest estimate will not be needed) b. Investment earnings on special assessment collections c Debt Service charge impos­ ed on sewer customers to extent necessary. Discussion on easement oc cusations. agreement with Village to operate system. There will be payback on interceptor to the North property owners if more units become available and property owners to the North hook up. Randy Wilcox ex­ plained the construction will begin on the first of Juno if everything goes as planned. PAUL EMERSON How long has the letter been in existence for requests for more units? GARBOW: There is no letter. We have hod requests for units since last summer. EMERSON I requested another 1/2 unit at the beginning. JOHN POTTER: Questioned the easement accusations and the appraisals. How many easements are needed? WHITE: 35-40. We would ex pect the easements that are on the parcels in the sewer district working on: Policy for public to go for $1 00 water system Home Occupation JIM STEKETEE With pay off on Ordinance They approved a units con they move from one special use permit for Steve parcel to another and will that Gould, and Preliminary Site Plan be m the Ordinance’ Yes. for Womar SWANSON How con you use C TEC RATE REGULATION the extra units? Snyder explained what has been WHITE They may be used on happening Need approval to adjacent property only included continue at a cost of $227.00. in sewer district. You need to Moved Jousmo. support amend the district with the Dielemon to continue with the County if you go outside the regulation Ayes Dieleman. district It would be a difficult Snyder Garbow R DeVries situation to transfer units. Gould. Jousma Motion Carried. Jim White reviewed the two OTHER BUSINESS Weed con requests for Fredricks — R 4 J trol Moved Garbow support and Jim Steketee. Discussion ws Jousma to approve bid from held. Condition on the Steketee Steketee Turf and to have them property to be split within 30 spray this week Ayes Snyder days and recorded to Mr Garbow R DeVnes Gould Steketee Would like one parcel Jousma. Dieleman Motion Car­ number and then it should be ried. Snyder would like to send noted in the district when this is two from the office to o In done Moved Jousmo support termediote Governmental Ac­ Snyder to accept resolution of counting class ot $60 00 per per the Sewer Assessment along son Moved Jousma. support with the contingency of the pro­ Snyder to allow two from the of­ perty split. Ayes: Gould. fice to attend the accounting Jousmo. Dieleman. Snyder. Gar­ class. Ayes Garbow. R bow. R. DeVries Motion DeVries Gould. Jousma. Carried Dieleman Snyder Motion Car Public hearing adjourned at ried. Assessor Doane would like 8:20 to update his computer Board Meeting reconvened at 8:25 would like to know exactly whot p.m. Doane would like and a cost TRENT HENRY 2nd reading Gould has volunteered to talk John Dieleman reviewed. Mov with Doane and work out the ed Gould, support R DeVries, to details Son of American Legton approved recommendation of would like to put up a flag pole Planning Commission to amend and stone in memory of all Vets the Zoning Ordinance lor Trent in Holy Corners Cemetery Mov­ Henry Meadows PUD Ayes ed Jousma. support Dielemon to Jousmo. Dieleman Snyder R allow flagpole with Clerk Snyder DeVries. Gould. Abstain Gar stoking out the position of the bow Motion Corned flagpole Ayes Jousma Sub Division Ordinance *94-2 Dieleman Snyder. Garbow. R Reviewed. Moved Dieleman. DeVries Gould Motion Carried support Snyder to adopt Or­ Discussion on Potton Monument dinance *94-2 for Sub Division Community channel, and Rick Ayes Garbow. R DeVries. Wyma Would like Rick to come Gould, Jousma. Dieleman. and exploin what is being plann­ Snyder. Moton Carried. ed and where we ore at with VERMEULEN Supervisor Gar those plans We received a bow stated that a committee hod donation of $300.00 from the fire ’ met with Mr. VerMeulen. Mr department for the burning of a VerMeulen is asking for time to building and would like to use deal with the situation. The com­ this donation for a TV VCR mittee recommends tabling for Moved Jousma. support 30 days Snyder to adjourn at 9:35 pm VALLEY POINT WEST 1st Ayes Snyder, Garbow, R reading Reviewed DeVries. Gould. Jousma, PLANNING COMMISSION Dieleman Motion Carried REPORT: Dieleman reported that Respectfully submitted the Planning Commission is Patricia Snyder. Clerk (305) The Caledonia Township Planning Commission will hold a public hear­ ing to consider the following request: APPLICANT: Janie S. Wiersum REQUEST: Amend Section 4.2 of the Zoning Ordinance (Zoning Map) so as to rezone the following lands from the R-1 Low Density Single Family District to the R-R Rural Residential District. LOCATION: 8555 - 76th St. S.E. PP# 41-23-11-451-010 LEGAL DESCRIPTION: That part of the South half, Southeast quarter of Section 11, Town 5 North, Range 10 West described as: Commenc­ ing at the South quarter comer of said section; thence North 00 degrees 23’ West 662.72 feet along the West line of said Southeast quarter: thence North 89 degrees 59’ East 660.0 feet along the South line of the North 660 feet of said South half, Southeast quarter to the place of beginning; thence continuing North 89 degrees 59’ East 661.0 feet; thence North 00 degrees 23' West 660.0 feet; thence South 89 degrees 59’ West 661.00 feet along the North line of said South half, Southeast quarter, thence South 00 degrees 23’ East 660.0 to the place of beginn­ ing. Together with an easement for ingress and egress and utility pur­ poses over the East 33 feet of the West 953 feet of said South half Southeast quarter, except the North 660 feet thereof. PUBLIC HEARING DATE: June 6, 1994 TIME: 7:30 P.M LOCATION: Caledonia Township/Village Hall 250 Maple St. Caledonia, Ml 49316 All information relative to this request may be reviewed in the office of the Township Planner, located at 250 Maple St., Caledonia during nor­ mal business hours. Interested persons may attend the public hearing and be heard with regard to the requested amendment and or send writ­ ten comments to the Caledonia Township Offices P.O Box 296, Caledonia, Ml 49316. Caledonia Township Planning Commission Dated: May 3, 1994 (123) Charter Township C k Of Caledonia 2 _ r Caledonia, Michigan 49316 “At the Qrowing Edge of Kent County" NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Caledonia Township Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider the following request: APPLICANT: Jerald Pell REQUEST: LOCATION: PUBLIC Special land use to allow a residential ac­ cessory building in excess of 1200 sq. ft. pursuant to Section 3.11 (c) of the Zoning Ordinance. 8553 Vincent Ave. PP# 4 ^‘^24-100-038 HEARING DATE: TIME: LOCATION: June 6, 1994 7:30 P.M. Caledonia Township/Village Hall 250 Maple St. Caledonia, Ml 49316 All information relative to this request may be reviewed in the office of the Township Planner, located at 250 Maple St., Caledonia during normal business hours. Interested per­ sons may attend the public hearing and be heard with regard to the requested amendment and or send written comments to the Caledonia Township Offices, P.O. Box 296, Caledonia, Ml 49316. Caledonia Township Planning Commission Dated: May 19, 1994(3Q6) �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / May 31, 1994 / Page 15 Middleville Council Minutes May 10. 1994 President Myers called the meeting to order at 7 00 pm Present: Bray, French. Oliver Schellinger. Stagray and VondenBerg Absent None. Guests Eldon Newmeyer. Jim AubilCroig Patterson, and Ron Banning. Minutes o< the April 26. 1994 meeting were approved as read Agenda approved as amended French moved that Council adopt the ordinance to amend the Middleville Village code of 1980 related to parking of Vehicles on Streets Support by VondenBerg Roll coll Bray aye French aye. Oliver aye. Schell­ inger aye, Stogroy aye. and VondenBerg aye French moved that Council omsnd the zoning ordinance of the Village of Middleville, sec ton 4.2 thereof so as to rezone the following described lands from the l-l Light Industrial District to the R 3 Multiple Fami­ ly Residential District Support by Oliver Roll coll Bray aye, French aye. Oliver aye. Schell­ inger aye. Stogray aye. VondenBerg aye. and Myers aye Motion carried Myers recommended the op pointm.nl of Eldon Newmeyer and George Hathaway to the Planning Commission and Ronald Hooper and Michael Lytle Io the Zoning Board of Appeals Schellinger moved that Council approve the re-appointment of Eldon Newmeyer and George Hathaway to the Planning Com­ mission and Ronald Hooper and Michael Lytle to the Zoning Board of Appeals for a three year term Io expire April 30. 1997 Support by VondenBerg Ayes all Carried Myers requested the Village Manager obtain the necessary information that will allow the Village to change from Partisan elections to Non Partisan elec Hons for reasons to save Village the cost of holding a primary election and the Village would be better served os a non partisan Schellinger moved the printed bills be paid. Support by French. Ayes all. Corned Bray moved that Council in­ stall sidewalk on Greenwood from Robin Rood to Bender Rood, the northside for an ap­ proximate cost of $2062 00. Sup­ port by Stogray Ayes oil. Carried. Schellinger moved the follow­ ing tronsfer bo allowed. General to Payroll. $30 000 Support by VondenBerg Ayes all. Carried Schellinger moved the Council purchase from Bandit Intemot»onal a brush chipper for a cost of $8 S95 for the Village Support by Oliver Ayes all. Carried Bray moved that Council ac­ cept rhe recommendation from the Public Works committee to restrict parking of the two pork ing spots in front of the Thornop pie Township Holl. Support by Stogroy Ayos all. Carried Oliver announced the Annual Heritage Day event will bo held Saturday. Sept 17 1994 Oliver chairperson of Person nel Committee recommends and move that Council advertise for a full time Village Planner with a salary wogo $22 000 to $26 000 Support by VondenBerg Ayos all Carried Council and Police Chief Shoemaker reviewed the April Police Activity Report. VondenBerg moved that Council accept the offer from Welcome Motors Chicago to pur­ chase the old 1990 Police cruiser for a cost of $2850 00 Support by Stogroy Ayes all. Carried Oliver moved that Council allow Police Chief Shoemaker to attend the Dore Conference in Orlando Florida July 11-14. 1994. with no cost to the Village. Support by VondenBerg Ayes all Corned VondenBerg moved that Council grant the Village Presi dent authority to sign the deed for the selling of Lot 1 of the In­ dustrial Park. Support by Stogray Ayes oil Carried. Council and Manager Manshum reviewed the Manager s Report French moved that Council ask Phil s Pizzeria to place the Village on his Liability Insurance Policy os additional name in­ sured concerning area of sidewalk for this tables Support by VondenBerg. Ayes all. Carried. VondenBerg moved that Council approve the spending of $6,000 00 to pave Sheridan Street Support by Bray Ayes ail. Carried Village of Middleville will ex­ change with Hart for Mayor Ex­ change Day May 23 and 25. 1994 Bray moved that Council re­ quest Manager to spend $1.500 00 to repair storm reten­ tion area off of Whippoorwill Ct. Support by VondenBerg. Ayes oil. Carried. Eldon Newmeyer Chairper­ son of Planning Commission up­ dated Council of their meeting with Thornapple Township Plan­ ning Commission. Request from the Village Plan­ ning Commission to form a Com­ mittee of throe members to meet with three Thornapple Township Planning Commission members every 6 months or when needed With no further business. Bray moved for adjournment. Support by Stogray Ayes oil Carried. Mooting adjourned at 8 25 p.m. Cheryl Hooper Village Clerk (302) AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE MIDDLEVILLE VILLAGE CODE OF 1980 RELATED TO PARKING OF VEHICLES ON STREETS An Ordinance to amend the Middleville Village Code of 1980, by changing and adding a new subsection to Section 3107 of Article 1 of Chapter 3 of said code. THE VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE ORDAINS: Section 1. Section 3107.5 is hereby amended to read as follows: “Violation of this section shall be punishable by a fine not less than Ten ($10.00) Dollars and not more than Forty ($40.00) Dollars and costs. Section 2. Section 3107 is hereby amended by the addition of the new subsection dealing with the definition of the word “street,” reading as follows: “3107.6. DEFINITION, STREET. For purposes of this section, “street” shall mean the entire dedication right of way, the centerline of which shall be presumed to be the centerline of the paved, traveled portion of the right of way.” Section 4. This Ordinance as adopted shall take effect upon publication. Class practices writing, expresses thanks Suzanne Doods second grade class al West Elementary in Middleville put their letter writing skills to use recently. They wrote thank you letters and made a big poster to their favorite school cook, Tai Cooper. Phone 795-3345 for SUN & NEWS ACTION ADS! VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE County of Barry, Michigan At a regular meeting of the Village Council of the Village of Middleville, held at the Village Hall, 100 East Main Street, Middleville, Michigan, on the 10th day of May, 1994 at 7:00 P.M. Present: Myers, Bray, French, Oliver, Schellinger, Stagray, VandenBerg. Absent: None. The following Ordinance was offered by French and sup­ ported by Oliver. AN ORDINANCE to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Village of Middleville. THE VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE ORDAINS Section 1. The Zoning Ordinance of the Village of Middleville is hereby amended by the amending of Section 4.2 (Zoning Map) thereof so as to rezone the following described lands from the 1-1 Light Industrial District to the R-3 Multiple Family Residential District: 1000 East Main Street - Part of the SW 1/4 of Section 23, T4N, R10W, Thornapple Township, Barry County, Michigan, described as: Commencing at the south 1/4 corner of said Section 23; thence north 89 deg 28’ 31” east 1305.78 feet along the south line of said Section 23 to the place of beginning of this description; thence north 75 deg 11’ 54” west 744.66 feet; thence north 08 deg 48’ 56” east 660.00 feet to the c/l of Main Street; thence south 80 deg 38’ 27” east 623.40 feet along said c/l of Main Street; thence south 00 deg 17’ 06” east 740.21 feet to the place of beginning. Subject to the right-of-way of State Road. Also subject to easements, restrictions and rights-of-way of record. AYES: 7 NAYS: 0 The Ordinance was thereupon declared passed. CERTIFICATION We, Cheryl Hooper and Lon Myers, Village Clerk and Village President, respectively, for the Village of Middle­ ville, hereby certify that the foregoing amendment to the Middleville Village Code of 1980 was adopted at a regular meeting of the Village Council of the Village of Middleville on the 10th day of May, 1994. AYES: 7; NAYS: 0; ABSENT: 0 Lon Myers, President I hereby certify that the following is a true and complete copy of an Ordinance adopted by the Village Council of the Village of Middleville at a regular meeting held on the date first stated above, and I further certify that public notice of such meeting was given as provided by law. Cheryl Hooper, Clerk (To a <304) STATE OF MICHIGAN ) ) ss COUNTY OF BARRY ) Village Clerk �Page 16 I The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml I May 31. 1994 54 graduate from TK Kiddie Kampus by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Graduates come in ail shapes and sizes, as was evi­ dent -at the Thornapple Kellogg Kiddie Kampus graduation Thursday. The little graduates donned white mortarboards just made for their size. Each of the three classes sang two songs and then received a plaque with an in­ dividual photo, the class pic hire, and a certificate of graduation on it from teacher .Sallie Wiennga Each then went across the stage of the high school auditorium to receive a big helium balloon from preschool aide Barb Bender and Jason Buckowing, a big brother who volunteered to help Graduates in the Mon­ day /Wednesday morning class arc Brent Anderson. Nicole Babcock. Renee Buckowing. Benjamin Christie. Alex Clemons, Travis Dykstra. Levi Funk. Lisa Haywood. Katie Loew. Michael Low. Aaron McGillicuddy. David McMahon. Steven Munjoy. Justine Pfeifer. Nicholas Thompson. Marty Toren and Kate Wilson Monday Wednesday after­ noon graduates are Shaun Carley. Corey Demond. Lee Eugene Glass 11. Ashlee Groen. Clarence (Cody) Hunter. Brandon King. Ashley Lewis. Enn Little. Ashleigh Lund, Katie McCar­ ty. Kevin Roberts. Meagan Snider. Brent Stanley. Joel Tate. Bailey VanVeldhuizrn. Yolanda Vaughn, and Chris Zatzke Those from the Tuesday/Thursday class who graduated include Amanda Allen. Nicholas Bite. Tucker Bowerman. Tucker Colburn. Rebekah Darning. Kendell Giar. Timothy Huizenga. Corey Humphrey. Xieanne Koehl. Michelle London. Travis Mathis. Billy Nichols. Nathan Ono. Joshua Pung. Samantha Reeder. Yantza Schaefer-Space. Brittney Sutherland. Liam Terry. Ben Wolter, and Laura Willette. This was the 11 th year for the TK Kiddie Kampus. which meets in the McFall Elemen­ tary building “We offer a developmen­ tally appropriate curriculum that gives preschoolers an op­ portunity to grow socially, emotionally and academical­ ly.” explained Wieringa. The program is not a cooperative setup where parents must participate in the classroom But parents are always welcome, and there are many opportunities for parental in­ volvement. said Wiennga. Enrollment for classes this fall is already under way. A three-day, MondayWednesday-Friday session is being offered as well as the two-day sessions Any child who will be 4 years old by Dec. 1. 1994. is eligible for enrollment at TK Kiddie Kampus Interested parents may call the TK Communits Education office at 795-3397 — ANNUAL — SCHOOL ELECTION Each of the three classes sang two songs complete with motions. For the finale, all 54 TK Kiddie Kampus graduates armed with hats, diplomas, and balloons, got on stage and sang "It s a Small World.” NOTICE OF ANNUAL ELECTION OF THE ELECTORS OF Thornapple Kellogg School BARRY, ALLEGAN, KENT AND IONIA COUNTIES, MICHIGAN TO BE HELD JUNE 13, 1994 TO THE ELECTORS OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT: Please Take Notice that the annual election of the school district will be held on Monday, June 13, 1994. THE POLLS OF ELECTION WILL OPEN AT 7 O’CLOCK IN THE MORNING AND CLOSE AT 8 O’CLOCK IN THE EVENING. At the annual school election there will be elected two (2) full member(s) to the board of education of the district for full term(s) of four (4) years ending in 1998. THE FOLLOWING PERSONS HAVE BEEN NOMINATED TO FILL SUCH VACANCY(IES): Kim A. Selleck David R. Smith THE VOTING PLACE(S) ARE AS FOLLOWS: PRECINCT NO. 1 Voting Place: Thornapple Kellogg High School, Middleville, Michigan. The first precinct consists of all the territory of the School District, including Precinct #2 of Irving Township, except the Townships of Carlton, Bowne, Campbell and Precinct #1 of Irving Township. PRECINCT NO. 2 Voting Place:Freeport Village Hall, Freeport, Michigan. The second precinct consists of the Townships of Carlton, Bowne, Campbell and Precinct #1 of Irving Township, located within the School District. All school electors who are registered with the city or township clerk of the city or township in which they reside are eligible to vote at this election. This Notice is given by order of the board of education. WANDA HUNT Secretary, Board of Education Ploeg breaks long jump record Carla Ploeg fine tuned her long jumping skills by win­ ning the Jon Bos Meet long jump competition with a leap of 18 feet, 6 3/4 inches, Thursday. The leap set the new standard for the long jump at Thornapple-Kellogg high school and gifted Ploeg with another gold medal. Sarah Matson and Jessica VanAmen also competed in the meet, which hosts some of the best talent in west Michigan. Matson ran the 400-meter dash in 1:05.1 and VanAmen completed the 1600-meter run in 5:45.0 and the 800meter run in 2:35.0. In the Champion of Cham­ pions meet, Monday. Ploeg also won in the long jump with a leap of 18' 3 1/4". She placed third in the 100- and 400-meter dashes with times of 12.7 seconds and 59.98 re­ spectively. She finished sixth in the long jump at 26.9. The Champion of Champi­ ons Meet, is a meet for the best in the O-K Conference. Scots girls fine-tune for state meet The 1994 Thornapple Kellogg Middle School girls track team ended its season with two wins and five losses. The highlights of the season began in the first meet with Hamilton as Jenny Doyle tied the Middle School high jump record at 4’11”. Members of the track team are: R. Bouwens, K. Brice. L. Bremer, S. Burks, N. Cowham, J. Davis, E. Deschoff, A Deschoff, J Doyle, B. Frost, P Furst, S. Higgins, J. Huber. G. Jeurink, K Kempema, M. Kline, K. Kotrba, R. Knkke, R. McMurray. A McQueen, B Mulder, S. Matousik, S. Meyenng, S. Schilthroat. J. Scheerhom, L Thornton, T. Trudell, B Truer, G. Williams, M. Worst, B. Worth At conference, TK placed third with the following girls placing: in the long jump, Angie McQueen placed first with a jump of I3’3M”, Becky Worth was third and Kelli Brice fifth, Jenny Doyle was second in the high jump; Jessie Davis, second, 800-meter run, Mindy Worst, third, 200-meter run, Mc­ Queen, fourth, 70-meter dash; and Worst, fourth, 100-meter dash TK Middle School ends track season The Caledonia girls track team fine-tuned their skills by running in the Champion of Champions Track and Field Competition at Rogers High School. Monday and in the John Bos All-star Meet. Thursday. Audrey Warner. Barb Warner, Sarah Parbel and Kary n Duba set a Caledonia High School and Champion of Champions meet record in winning the 3200-meter relay with a time of 9 minutes, 27 seconds. The 1600-meter team of Barb Warner, Jill Hofmann. Sarah Parbel and Duba fin­ ished first with a CHS record time of 4:10.9. Duba also set a meet record m the 1600-meter run with a time of 5:00.8. Parbel came in second at 5:18.8. Shannon Houseman set a meet record with a time of 11.08. m the 3200-meter run Barb Warner won the 800meters with a time of 2:21.8. In the John Bos All-star Meet, the Lady Scots came away with three first-place finishes, which coach Joe Zomerlei said was "truly an impressive show for the girls, as there were 30 of 40 teams represented." The 3200-meter team of Barb and Audrey Warner, Shannon Houseman and Sarah Parbel finished first at 9:31.0, Duba won the 1600meter run and Houseman won the 3200-meter run at 11:15.8 Parbel also finished third in the 1600-meter run. Barb Warner was second and Au­ drey Warner was third in the 800-meter run and Sarah Flegel was fourth in the 3200-meter run. The team will travel to Saginaw High School, June 4, to try for a State Class B title. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I May 31. 1994 / Page 17 TK Youth Baseball “34” League Team W-L-T Thomapple Kitchen....... 2-0-0 Ed’s Body Shop1-0-0 Otto’s Turkey Farm........ 1-0-0 Hastings City Bank.........l-O-l Schwartz Ins. Agency ..1-2-0 Crystal Flash....................0-2-1 Dan Valley Excavating .0-2-1 Scores Saturday, May 14 — Crystal Flash 14, Hastings Ci­ ty Bank 14; Thomapple Kit­ chen 35. Schwartz Ins. Agen­ cy. 3. Tuesday. May 17 — Ed’s Body Shop 8, Dan Valley Ex­ cavating 6 Thursday. May 19— Otto’s Turkey Farm 10. Crystal Flash 9; Hastings City Bank 6. Schwartz Ins. Agency 3. Tuesday. May 24 — Schwartz Ins Agency 1. Crystal Flash 0 (forfeit). Thursday. May 26 — Thor nappie Kitchen 15, Dan Valley Excavating 3. Tuesday. May 31—6 pm. Schwartz Ins Agency vs Dan Valley Excavating. Thursday. June 2 — 6p.m.. Thornapple Kitchen vs. Hastings City Bank Saturday. June 4 — 3:30 p.m.. Ed’s Body Shop vs. Crystal Flash; 5:30 p.m.. Hastings City Bank vs. Otto’s Turkey Farm. Tuesday. June 7 — 6 p m.. Crystal Flash vs. Thomapple Kitchen Games Next Week Caledonia boys compete in Champion of Champion and John Bos meets Jason King took two firstplace finishes in the Cham­ pion of Champions meet, Mcwiday and Kxk home three in the John Bos Meet. Thurs­ day The Champion of Champi­ ons meet is for the top two finishers in the O-K Confer­ ence league meets and the John Bos meet is for the best in west Michigan. King won the 100- and 200-mcler dashes in the Champions meet with times of 11.1 and 22.7 seconds re­ spectively for individual medals. King ran with Keith Bohcz, John Winquesl and Joe Niang in the 800-meter relay for a second-place finish and Bohcz. Winquest and Jon Ohlticld in the 400meter relay for a bronze medal. Ben Thompson, Pete Potgeter, Ben Lillie and Pete Parbel finished the 3200-meter relay in a time of 8:12.5 for a second place and Parbel placed third in the 1600-me- ter run, clocking in at 4:32.9. In the Jon Bos Meet. The 400-me ter and 800-meter teams look first and King was first in the 220-meter dash to lead the Scots. Parbel was three-tenths of a second off the school record with a time of 4:25.4 in the 1600-meter run. In the 3200-mcter run he set the record at CHS with a time of 9:37.7 for another bronze medal in the meet. The 3200-me ter team fin­ ished fourth at 8:20.1. Coach John Soderman said he was pleased with the effort put forth by the boys in the meet and is confident they will try hard in the State Class B Meet in Saginaw, June 4. Three place in Champion of Champions Darren VanElst finished second in the shot put. Jason VanElst was fourth in the discus and Matt Polhemus was fourth in the pole vault, to lead the Middleville track team in the Champion of Champions meet, Monday. The meet is for the best in the O-K Conference. Darren VanElst threw the shot 50 feet, 3/4 inches, Ja­ son threw the discus 137' 4" and Polhemus cleared 13' 6" in the pole vault. Jason VanElst was also eighth in the shot put. Also competing for the Middleville boys were: Keith Potts finishing seventh in the 300-hurdles and finishing eighth: Ed Solomon in the 400-meter dash, the 800meter relay team of Solomon, Brian Syswerda, Potts, and Jacob Dussia and the 1600-meter team of Solomon, Todd Wynsma, Shawn Davis and Thad Otto. CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF TOWNSHIP ORDINANCE AND SUMMARY OF THE REGULATORY EFFECT THEREOF PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on My 18,1994, the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia adopted Ordinance No. 94-2, the Charter Towship of Caledonia Land Subdivision Control Ordinance ("the ordinance"). The principal provisions of the ordinance can be sum­ marized as follows: 1. Regulation. The ordinance regulates and controls the subdivision of land within the Township, as authorized by the Subdivision Control Act, Public Act 288 of 1967, as amended. 2. Procedures. The ordinance provides for procedures for the sub­ mission and review of preliminary plats and final plats, providing for the subdivision of lands in accordance with the Subdivision Control Act. There are requirements relating to completion of all required im­ provements in plats, including streets and other rights of way. 3. Subdivision Standards. The ordinance provides for various stan­ dards of approval for lots, boundary lines, comer lots, depth of lots, blocks within plats, alleys, dedications, isolated lands and other features of platted subdivisions. 4. Platted Streets. The ordinance provides various standards for streets within subdivisions, including requirements on street names, compliance with Township Master Plan, alignment of streets, width of right of way, dead end streets, layout of intersections, construction of pavement, length of cul-de-sacs, street grades, handling of stormwater run off, clear sight distance along streets, traffic control signs and other matters. 5. Other regulations. The ordinance also contains provisions regulat­ ing landscaping, easements, street lighting, installation of utilities, parks and recreation areas and the providing of water supply and sewage disposal service within and for platted lands. 6 Other Matters. The ordinance contains provisions relating to the granting of variances; further division of platted lots: approval of lot splits and enforcement of the terms of the ordinance. 7. Effective Date. The ordinance becomes effective July 1, 1994 Dated: May 25, 1994 TOWNSHIP BOARD OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA (306) D & D Construction........... 2-1 Village Parlor..................... 2-1 Bruce’s Frame and Allignment....................... 2-1 Pharmacy Care.................... 1-1 Hair We Are......................... 1-1 Geukes Market.................... 1-2 Four Star Video.................. 0-2 Scores Saturday, May 14 — Geukes Market 11. D & D Const. 4. Village Parlor 6. Bruce s Frame & Align. 4. Pharmacy Care 13. Four Star Video 8. Monday. May 16 - D & D Construction 7. Hair We Are 4. Wednesday. May 18 — Village Parlor 4. Geukes Market 0. Friday. May 20 — Bruce s Frame A Alignment 7, Phar­ macy Care. 6. Monday. May 23 - Hair We Are 6. Four Star Video 2. Tuesday. May 24 — D & D Construction 5. Village Parlor Wednesday. May 25 — Bruce’s Frame & Alignment 17. Geukes Market 4. Games Next Week Tuesday. May 31—6 p.m.. Village Parlor vs Phar­ macy Care; Wednesday. June 1 — 6 p.m. Four Star Video vs D & D Construction. Fri­ day. June 3. 6 p.m.. Geukes Market vs. Hair We Are. Saturday. June 4 — 12:30 p.m . D & D Construction vs. Bruce’s Frame and Align­ ment; 3 p.m Pharmacy Care vs. Hair We Are; 5:30 p.m.. Four Star Video vs. Geukes Market. Monday. June 6 — 6 p.m.. Village Parlor vs. Hair We Are. Tee Bali Schedule For Next Week Wednesday. June 1 - 6 p.m.. Pastoors Family Market vs Cornerstone Realty Fnday. June 3 — 6 p.m., Yankee Springs Golf vs. Bux­ ton Builders. Saturday. June 4 — 12:30 p.m.. Middleville Tool and Die vs. Gavin Chevrolet; 2 p.m.. Buxton Builders vs. State Bank of Caledonia. Monday. June 6 — 6 p.m . Gavin Chevrolet vs. Yankee Springs Golf. CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN NOTICE of ADOPTION of ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT and SUMMARY of the REGULATORY EFFECT THEREOF PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on May 18. 1994, the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia adopted Ordinance No. 94-7Z to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia. The amending ordinance adopts the Trent Henry Meadows Planned Unit Development, and the principal provisions thereof can be summarized as follows: 1. Planned Unit Development. The amending ordinance rezones the following described lands from the PMR Planned Mineral Removal District to the Planned Unit Development District In accordance with the final development plan of the Trent Henry Meadows Planned Unit Development: The East 66 feet of the North 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 22; the West 57.9 rods of the North 83 rods, Section 23, EXCEPT the North 332.4 feet thereof, T5N, R10W, Caledonia Township, Kent County, Michigan; and also rezones the following described lands from the R-R Rural Residential District to the Planned Unit Development District in accordance with the Final Development Plan of the Trent Henry Meadows Planned Unit Development: That part of the NE 1/4, Section 22, and that part of the NW 1/4, Section 23, T5N, R10W, described as: BEGINNING at the NW corner of Section 23; thence S00°4r31"E 332.40 feet along the West line of said NW 1/4, Section 23; thence N89°33’24"E 955.35 feet along the South line of the North 332.4 feet of said NW 1/4; thence S00°41’31”E 1037.10 feet along the East line of the West 57.9 rods of said NW 1/4; thence S89°33’24"W 955.35 feet along the South line of the North 83 rods of said NW 1/4; thence N00°41’31”W 50.90 feet along the West line of said NW 1/4 and the Easterly line of Riverland Ranch to the NE corner of Lot 10, Riverland Ranch; thence S89°28’36”W 1325.50 feet along the Northerly line of Riverland Ranch; thence N00°39’21"W 468.78 feet along the East line of Lot 5, Riverland Ranch to the NE corner of said Lot 5; thence N00o39,21"W 390.66 feet along the West line of the NE 1/4 of the NE 1/4, Section 22; thence N89°30’00"E 1258.96 feet; thence N00°41’31"W 459.73 feet; thence N89°31’24”E 66.00 feet along the North line of the NE 1/4, Section 22 to the place of beginning, T5N, R10W, Caledonia Township, Kent County, Michigan. 2. Land Uses. Under the terms of the amending ordinance, the lands in the Planned Unit Development (the "Development") may be used for the single-family dwellings and related accessory uses. 3. Buildings; Site Access. There shall be not more than 22 single-family dwellings in the Development, as shown in the Plan. The ownership of lots and dwellings shall be on a site condominium basis. Access to the Development shall be from 84th Street. Dwellings shall have at least the minimum floor area specified in the Rural Residential District. 4. Streets and Drives; Water and Sewer. Driveways, the private drive and other areas for motor vehicle travel or parking must be hard-surfaced. The private street shall comply with the private drive requirements of the Township Zoning Ordinance. The intersection of the private street with 84th Street shall be in compliance with Kent County Road Commission requirements. The Development shall be served by private water wells and by private septic tank and drainage systems approved by the Kent County Health Department. 5. Other Requirements. The amending ordinance has other require­ ments for the Development concerning surface water drainage, utilities, landscaping, garbage and refuse disposal, fire protection, signage, outdoor lighting and other matters. A copy of the amending ordinance may be examined at the offices of the Caledonia Township Clerk, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, during regular business hours. The amending ordinance becomes effective May 31, 1994 Dated: May 25, 1994 TOWNSHIP BOARD OF THE (305) CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA �Page 18 I The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I May 31, 1994 Youth bowling champions announced Youth league bowlers celebrated the season end at banquets were every participant received a trophy. League champions were also announced. Kenny Wiersum (left) and Josh Weeber were Wee Wild Cot champs. The Young Adult champion team consists of (from left) Jason Wilkins. Kelly Kollar, Wendy Wisniewski. Erica Walker, and Carrie Mugridge. Champions in the Wild Cat division were Josh Tobias (left) and Luke Poll. The Classic Kids team is made up of (from left) Jeremy Klinge. Joseph Klinge, Nick Parrot, and Joshua Klinge. Ben Parshall was one of three members on the New Generation team. Not pictured are Chad Board and Nathan Board. The Thunderbowlers team was made up of (from left) Kammie Kollar, Karrie Kollar, and Rachel Wade. Middleville Trojan summer basketball camps offered 14 SECONDS FROM FINISH TO START ■ Surface wrap wlwn usrd with our bak* push bar, kts you finish a bale, wrap it. and start on the next in just 14 seconds. ■ 435 and 535 Bakrs Rive you the clu>kv: surface wrap ur twine-tic bales up tu 72 inch diameter (I.50U and 2.000 pounds)..faster baling, protected baks. ■ Sclfckaiung diamond tread nyk*n/puly bells. ■ Slop in and check all Uh* kalui vs today! GOOD DEALS AXDA GOOD DEAL MORE_____________ THORNAPPLE VALLEY EQUIPMENT, INC. South M-37, Hastings 945-9526 Basketball camps will be of­ fered at Thomapple-Kellogg High School for interested boys and girls this summer. Boys going into third through fifth grades will meet June 13-17 from 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Boys entering sixth through ninth grades will meet June 13-17 from 12:30 to 3 p.m. Giris’ camps will be held the week of June 20-24. Giris entering grades three through five meet from 9:30 to 11:30 a m and girls entering grades six through eight, meet from noon to 2 p.m. Registration forms are available in all of the school offices. Softball classic in Wayland The 13th annual Wayland Summerfest Softball Classic will be held July 22. 23 and 24 The double elimination tournament will have five separate ASA divisions: Men’s C & D. Men's E, Men’s F. Women's C and Above, Women’s D and Belo* Entry fee is $115. and all balls are provided Individual awards to top two finishers in each division Sponsor trophy to lop three finishers in each division. For more information call Bob at (616) 792-2355. T.K. Swim Club . Triton Aquatic Athletes | [ T.K. Swim Club, a member of the 1 f West Michigan Swim League, is 1 welcoming all students who are able to | , swim 1 length of the pool in good ' form without stopping to Join Us In ra Hr The Fun!! 1 1 This is age group competition: 8 & I under, 10 & under, 12 & under, 14 &. 1 under and 15-18. I The cost to join the club is *40.00. r Call T.K. Community Education n 795-3397 for practice and registration Ey information. Practices begin June 1. 1‘ Students from all schools are welcome I to join. * ] J II 1 /| y j �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I May 31. 1994 I Page 19 Caledonia baseball team struggling out of slump The Caledonia baseball team lost a pair of games to South Christian 8-5 and 15-0. May 13 and Forest Hills Northern 18-2. May 16, as the team fell into a hitting slump. The team rebounded for a win over Cedar Springs 11-1 May 18 and split a double­ header with Hudsonville, tak­ ing the first 2-0 and dropping the second 6-1. Bob Ander­ son threw a no hitter in the TK wins one, loses one in weeks play Nate Bundy went all seven innings, giving up five hits and walking five as the Mid­ dleville baseball team held off Godwin Heights 6-5, May 23. Bundy struck out eight in the game and three of the Godwin runs were unearned. The Trojan pitching was hit hard by Comstock Park 11-1, May 25. The highlight in that game was Brad Williams* homer in the sec­ ond for the only I K run. In the game against God­ win, the Trojans started the scoring with a double by Williams, followed by singles by Bundy. Dwight Wade and Tin Keizer which netted three runs. In the second inning Williams and Wade got aboard on errors and were brought in an a Jason Clinton single for two more runs. The Trojans scored another in the third when Keizer sin­ gled and was sent to second on a sacrifice by Mike Mrozinski. He came home on a single by John Huyck. The Trojans are 4-9 in the O-K Blue and will begin their run for a district title against Caledonia at 10:30 a m., June 4. opener, while striking out eight and walking five. The team also defeated Coopersville 13-5, May 23, in the final O-K Gold league game for the Scots. The team ends the season 6-7 in the conference, which is good for fifth place Anderson was chosen to the All-O-K Gold first team. He was 3-3 on the mound against league opponents with a 3.03 earned run aver­ age and had one save. Coach John Klunder said when the team need a strong gun, it was Anderson the team would call on. Chris Moore was given honorable mention. He was 3-1 on the mound with a 3.13 ERA. Matt Barr was also chosen honorable mention. He played outfield and hit ,353. had four doubles and a triple. He also stole 12 of 13 bases he tried successfully. The Scots will play Mid­ dleville. June 4 in the second game of the district playoffs at Middleville. The game starts at 10:30 a m. The Fighting Scots get "back' to base-ics Caledonia third baseman Chris Smith literally takes a fall for his team as a Coopersville runner dives for the bag. On hand to assist is pitcher Chris Moore, while shortstop Dave Uyl (31) runs in for backup.* The Scots won the gome 13-5. TK girls golfers end season 22-1 On Monday, the Mid dleville girls* golf team travel­ ed to Deer Run to play in the regional incci The girls did not play well and finished fourth, missing going to state by one team Low scores for TK were Amy Ybcma 94, (missing the state cut-off by two strokes), Kerri McNees, 106, Amy Missad, 107, and Rene* Ellinger 127. “The girls did not play up to their potential in any of the tournaments they played in this season." according to coach Tom Fletke. "Tourna­ ment play has always been one of the strong suits for this group of girls in the past I feel that maybe the girls put to much pressure on themselves knowing they were often one of the top teams going into these meets. " On Wednesday the girls continued their winning ways by beating both Hastings and Caledonia in their annual tri­ meet The TK girls round was 204. with Hastings 217 and Caledonia 236. Low scores for the TK ladies were Ybema 42, Missad 50. Sarah Beute 55. and Ellinger 57. With these wins the girls were able to end their season with a 22-1 dual meet record Overall the team was very pleased with the goals they were able to accomplish dur­ ing the 1994 season, Fletke said. They won their first-ever conference title, were able to win all of the conference dual meets, three girls made the all-conference team, and the team was able to win more than 20 dual meets during the season The team was very disap­ pointed we were unable to make it to the state meet, but Fletke said. "I feel once we sit back and look what we have done this season, we all will be very proud of what we as a team have done this year " TK Middle School track ends season The Thornapple-Kellogg Middle School boy’s track team had a very gtxxi season, according to the coaches, despite the two regular season defeats to Caledonia and a 10-point loss to Hamilton Two records were set this year Aaron Wiese in the high jump at 5*916” and Spencer Rumph in the pole vault at 10*6". The boys won the O.K. Blue Conference meet at Caledonia with 130 points, and Caledonia was second Dykst with 92 points. The TK team placed in every event. In the conference meet Spencer Romph took first in the pole vault, 100-meter dash, and the 400-meter relay Shawn Heise took first m the 1600-meter run. long jump, and the 1600-meter relay Enc Reeder took first in the 200-meter run Dan Kokmeyer. Nick Galioup. Eric Wieringa. and Spencer Romph took first m rhe 400meter relay VETERINARY ...MOVED from Middleville to M-37 at 100th behind Furniture and Finery next to Caledonia Hardware Dr. Larry Julius has practiced medicine and surgery on small and exotic pets for 27 years. He has established clinics in Gun Lake and Dorr and works at all three. Please call for a convenient appointment and location — days and evenings. CALEDONIA GUN LAKE—WAYLAND 891-9898 792-9500 DORR 681-2388 Phones will be answered Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-6 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m.-12 noon and Tuesday-Thursday Evenings Mosquitoes Are Flying — Don’t forget to protect your dog from heartworms. Call soon for blood test and preventative. FEES REDUCED — ALL CLINICS Only thru June 30,1994 CATS — All Vaccines 20% Off SPAY NEUTER Regular $51.00 $2^00* Regular $33.00 �Page 20 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / May 31, 1994 Call tor Classifieds... PWCE YOUR ADVERTISING MESSAGE HERE • 795-3 J45 Rates: 5 wards for $2.75 then TO* per word. If you pay in advance, you save 5O‘ billing charge. Deadline is Friday at 4:00 p.m. For Sale Garage Sale MITSUMI CD-ROM DRIVEwith controller $140 (less than a year old). Used but working- (2) 105 MB hard drive $80 each (both 210 MB for $150- controller extra). (1) 120 MB hard drive $100 Call Bobbie or Wayne at 948-2875. PIANO FOR SALE: Wanted, responsible party to take on small monthly payments on console piano. See locally. Call 800-635-7611.______________ PLACE A CLASSIFIED AD in this paper 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by calling 948 4450 using a touch tone phone. For Rent BANQUET HALL FOR RENT: Gun Lake. For recep­ tions, reunions, meetings. Bar and kitchen facilities avail­ able. Call 672-7110. ANNUAL FAWN AVE, GARAGE SALE, Thun and Fri. June 2 and 3,9 to 5,2 miles south of Middleville off M-37, BLOCK SALE MANOR DRIVE Middleville. Large vari­ ety of items, furniture, and toys. June 2nd, 3rd, and 4th, from 9 to BLOCK SALE 300 block of Dearborn Street in Middleville, June 3rd and 4th, 9 ? Clothing all sizes, toys, crafts, tools, lots of misc.______________________ GARAGE SALE/DUTTON. 3-Family sale. Something for everyone! June 3rd A 4th at 7066 Hammond Avenue, Caledonia._________________ JUNE 2nd * 3rd, 7237 Kraft SE, CALEDONIA, car scats, kid* clothes, maternity clothes, fish tanks and Mary Kay at 40% off. MOVING SALE! June 3rd-5th 8*.m.-5p.m. Tool*, furniture, men’s A women’s clothing, household items, stuffed animals, bikes, extensive hat collection, some antiques, many items too numerous to mention. 4609 2ND Stret, Caledonia, 2 miles South of 100th and East Pari*. STREET SALE: 68th St. between McCord* and Morse Lake Rd Thurs.Fn.Sat, June 23,4. 9 to ?. For Sale Automotive PLACE A CLASSIFIED AD in this paper 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by calling 948-4450 using a touch tone phone. National Ads READERS: SINCE MANY ADS ARE FROM OUTSIDE THE LOCAL AREA, PLEASE KNOW WHAT YOU ARE BUYING BEFORE SENDING MONEY. __ _____ ___ UTILITY COMPANY JOBS $825-515.75 per hour, this area. Men and women needed, no experience necessary. For infor­ mation call 1-219-7364715, ext. U4317 9am-9pm, 7 days. Thank You CARD OF THANKS We, the family of Jennie Davis, would like to thank our friends, neighbors and relatives for the cards, prayers, plants, flowers, memorial contributions and words of sympathy al the time of the loss of our mother. A special thanks to the care given at Clark Memorial Home. Thanks to Beeler Funeral Home for the kind assistance and arrangements. We thank Dr. Robert C. Smith for the comforting funeral message. The Jennie Davis Family In Memoriam MIDDLEVILLE’S FINEST 117 West Main, Middleville Phone 795*7911 Sun.-Thurs. 3:30 to 10:30 p.m. Fri. a Sat. 3:30 to 12:30 a.m. TWO PIZZAS for ONE SPECIAL PRICE! Save up to 70% On Second Pizza NO COUPONS • NO FREE POP NO FREE DELIVERY Good Only Sunday thru Thursday (NOT VALID Friday and Saturday) Specials not valid with any other offers or Free Delivery r—coupon— J FARO'S ITALIAN PIZZA Middleville so on nrr NOT VALID WITH ANY OTHER SPECIAL Try Our New 'Old Fash HUDSONVILLE CHICKEN SANDWICH Hand Dipped * Try Our... 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Come join the fun!_______ MIDDLE VILLE INN on M-37 north Middle.tHe • Open 7 Days a Wee* Call 795-3640 or 891-1287 9790 CHERRY VALLEY, M-37 - CALEDONIA 1 � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/704/SunandNews_1994-06-07.pdf 380c1ea0cb67e5e69a48e6773e4dff58 PDF Text Text J and Netos® ■ASTWCS W.’C U8RARY wJitn 12/30/99 Hastings Futol ic Library 121 Chtrcn Hastings,HI. 49066 Jk A— A- A yu,. FbulkratTI | a fir*'- 1 Your Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas No. 19 I June 7 Middleville, Michigan 49333 124th Year 3 candidates running for 2 School Board seats by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Caledonia School district voters will choose two school hoard members from three candidates on the June 13 school election ballot Incumbents James Gless and Bernard Nagel are seeing reelection to the board. Runn mg against them is challenger Donald (D.J.) Regan Also on the ballot will be a request to levy 18 mills against district businesses as part of the Proposal A package to fund school opera­ tions (See related story.) The three candidates all were asked to comment on the challenges facing the school district, the millage request, and their opinions on some general issues in education to­ day. Michigan’s newly enacted HB 5128 (the socalled “anti-strike” law); prayer in school and censorship. Gless. vice president of consumer lending at the State Bank of Caledonia, is seeking hts second four-year term on the board He has served as trustee and on the board's Finance and Building Committees. He said he sees school fun­ ding and continuing popula­ tion growth as the two greatest challenges facing the Caledonia schools. “There are still many unanswered questions about the new state funding pro­ cedures. and we'll be faced with some trial and error ef­ forts as we wait to see just MDA lock up at Gavins raises $9,500 "Jailbirds" for the MDA Lock Up used cellular phones to dial potential contributors for posting bail. The setting was complete with yellow police tape and crepe paper bars on the windows. by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Being locked up isn't always bad Last Wednesday. Muscular Dystrophy Association lock up at Gavins in Middleville resulted in the raising of $9,500 to benefit MD patients and research of the neuromuscular diseases. MDA representative Dave Donner felt the drive was “really successful.” 37 “jailbirds” showed up throughout the day to call everyone they could think of for pledges to raise bail of $500. Six of those did make bail with Caledonia Auto Parts raising $900, Kow Pattie's Salon brought in $837, Dr. Steven Bergman got $755, Rainbows End contributed $545. Mi-Jack Products earn­ ed $505. and Bill Cook who is contending for a state seat raised $500. Donner credited the Gavin staff and particularly owner Bill Gavin for helping to make the lock up such a success. “The whole thing was fan­ tastic.” Donner said. “The total raised may reach $10,000 since there are others who will be sending donations in.” Bill Gavin, owner of Gavins in Middleville welcomes Laura Seif a jailbird" for last Wednesday's Muscular Dystrophy Lock Up as he issues her arrest warrant. Donald (DJ.) Regan when the checks will be com­ ing to us from Lansing.” he said. “Growth is the second big­ gest concern. We’re looking at continuing construction in the Caledonia area with the resulting growth in school enrollment. “Properly housing those children at school will, therefore, be an ongoing pro­ blem for us.” James Gless Bernard Nagel Gless said he would like to study HB 5128 more thoroughly before making many comments about it. but he added that he felt there is now a good working relation­ ship between the Caledonia teachers and the district administration. “If you have a good work ing relationship with your staff, then the union becomes your ally, and strikes are not an issue.” he said. “1 really don't believe that municipal and government employees should walk out and not work. But on the other hand, perhaps in other districts, a gixxl relationship may not exist, and teachers in those places see the strike as (he only way to make their point ” See ‘Candidates’ on page 2 Proposal A requires 18-mill levy on businesses Caledonia homeowners will not lose tax break with millage by Barbara Gall Staff Writer “Is a puzzlement!” With that statement, the King in the musical The King and I could easily be a Michigan taxpayer trying to figure out the latest glitch in Michigan’s school funding legislation. The glitch is that Proposal A, approved by voters in March, does not eliminate operating millage requests from the schools, as most voters thought it would. Nearly the opposite is true. As present school operating millages expire. Proposal A requires each district to return to its voters to ask for an 18-mill levy on businesses and other non-homestead properties. Caledonia Community Schools this year is one of 226 school districts across the state that must ask for those operating mills on June 13. It is important for voters to remember, however, that the 18-mill request does not affect homeowners. If the millage request is ap­ proved, homewoners will continue to pay the new sixmill rate, as will the owners of most farm lands The confusion arises from the campaign to pass Proposal A Proponents made much of the six-mill cap on homestead property taxes, but usually failed to mention that businesses must be taxed 24 mills for schools to receive their new foundation funding from the state. To further muddy the waters, it is the school district, not the state, which must ask for the extra 18 business mills. The state can­ not levy the full 24 mills because of the Headlee Amendment, which regulates how much property tax the state can collect. But because voters did not expect to vote on local operating millages, many wrongly believe that the addi tional 18 mills will affect all properties The confusion certainly is understandable. See ‘Taxbreak’ on page 2 In order for the school district to receive the minimum level of funding from the state, schools must have: 6 mills ($6 per $1,000) on assessed valuation on homes 24 mills ($24 per $1,000) of assessed valuation on businesses In This Issue.... • Two TK board candidates expect to fill vacancies • Disney World beckons TKHS band • 20 year board veteran Williamson retires, leaves time for hobby • Kent District Library one step closer to reality �Page 2 / The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml I June 7. 1994 Candidates continued from page 1 On prayer in school “Per­ sonally. I think that an in­ dividual has the right to pray in school as long as he or she doesn't bother someone else. But the law says you're not supposed to do that. “At graduation, if the kids vote to have it. I don't believe someone from (be outside should intervene. ” Regarding censorship: “Our district has a policy on censorship that should be used when a parent has a concern about a book. “We have to remember that what is offensive to one. may not be offensive to another, and vice versa Something that offends a student or parent, however, should not be required reading at school "Everybody has the right to read what they want, but parents should be aware of what their kids read.'' Gless said that he believes the changes in the world of Tax break work require changes m education, and he believes the Caledonia schools are moving in the right direction in their efforts to restructure However, he wants to see all areas of education maintain high standards “There are going to be students who don’t achieve, and staff, administrators and board members who are lack­ ing But I believe parents and citizens can use evaluations and elections to keep stan­ dards high " He said passage of the business millage request is vital to the Caledonia Schools ‘ 'Our voters need to unders­ tand that we must have those 18 business mills to keep operating ’’ Gless said that as a can­ didate. he offers his ex­ perience with and knowledge of the school district gained in his last term. He also brings experience in finance, which continued from page 1 The new school funding package, popularly called Proposal A. provided that schools would no longer be funded primarily by property taxes Uncr the new law. homeowners now pay their share of school funding through a six-mill homestead property tax and through a two-cent increase in the sales tax Business and other non homestead property owners, however, would pay their fair share for education through a property tax 18 mills higher than the homestead rate. School officials also are left with the burden of pointing out to businesses that they are still enjoying a tax cut, even with the 24-mill levy. In Caledonia, for instance, businesses used to pay 29.6 mills for school operating If the millage should fail, the Caledonia Schools would lose about $6.5 million in school operating funds, or 38 percent of the district’s operating budget for next year. The district already has cut $700,000 from its operating budget for next year, and the loss of $6.5 million more would threaten school operations, officials say. “The biggest misunderstan ding seems to be that the 18 mills would affect all proper­ ties." said Caledonia Schools Business Manager Judi Dean. "Our taxpayers need to realize that only business pro­ perties will pay the higher tax. That is the way the Proposal A formula always has been set up: homeowners would pay six mills on their property plus a higher sales tax. Businesses would pay a higher property tax, but still enjoy a tax cut from what they were paying before. “All parts of the package must be in place for the schools to receive their full per-pupil foundation funding from the state," she said. School officials urge tax­ payers with questions about the millage to call the central office, 891-8185, for information. would be an asset to the board in budgeting, accounting and fund raising “I think I listen and unders­ tand the people." he added “I not only live here, but I work here A native of Kelloggsviile. Gless moved with his family to Caledonia and graduated from Caledonia High School He attended Davenport Col­ lege and Northern Michigan University , and has been with SBC for 20 years He. his wife and their three children live at 9810 Creekview in Alto. Bernie Nagel, who lives at 4550 92nd Street, is seeking reelection to his third fouryear term on the board. He has served as trustee and vice president and is currently the board secretary Like Gless. he sees funding as the biggest challenge facing the Caledonia schools. “This will be our biggest challenge because there are no guarantees from the state, on* ly projections on what our funding will be under Pro­ posal A “And let's face it: funding is the source of our ability to operate. It’s even the means for investing in technology for our students “ Nagel said that if Caledonia revenues continue to shrink, the board may be forced to look at cutting staff. This would mean larger classes for teachers and perhaps hiring paraprofessionals to work with certified teachers in the classroom. Administrators' duties also would have to be restructured. “Our largest cost is salaries, which take 78 per­ cent of our budget." he explained. He said privatizing more school services could be another result of dwindling funds. These possibilities mean passage of the June 13 millage request is vital to the Caledonia schools, he said. “We need it. Without those 18 business mills, the school district will be broke in two months. There just will be no money to operate without the millage * Nagel said that while Pro­ posal A was a “step in the right direction" toward equalizing school funding for schools across the state, “we still have a long way to go in adequately funding education Just the sales tax increase will not do the job. “I really don't think the state will able to meet its ex­ pectations for school funding this fall, and I think voters are going to be surprised w hen the state comes to the people and says it can't pay what it pro­ mised (with Proposal A.)" Regarding HB 5128: “I would always hope for a peaceful settlement to negotia­ tions. I think not having strikes might be a benefit because everyone would have to stay at the bargaining table and work out an agreement. “But we’ve never locked out teachers here in Caledonia, and we have good bargaining relations. " Regarding censorship: “We shouldn't force a child to read something objectionable to him or her or the parents. But I would not support removing the book from the library shelves because someone didn't like it. especially regar ding our ‘classic’ literature. " On prayer in school: “If a student wants to pray, he should have that right, and one who does not want to pray should not be forced. “As for prayer at gradua­ tion. the seniors make the choice on whether they want a prayer." Regarding the so-called “education-bashing." Nagel said he would look at the critic before the criticism. “Is this someone who is really concerned about educa­ tion or just a Mondaymorning quarterback?’’ he would ask. “Does he try to improve the situation or just complain about it?” Nagel, who is employed as a courier-CTV for Federal Express, said that he believes his experience on the board is his most valuable asset as a candidate. "I truly enjoy the work,” he added. He said he is readily ac­ cessible to teachers, parents, students and administrators, and through his work, has ex­ perienced working with all kinds of people. A former business owner, he offers experience as an employer and with managing finances. A native of Phoenix, his family moved to Middleville and he graduated from Thor­ napple Kellogg High School. He has served on Farm Bureau committees, church committees and works with his church’s youth group He most recently worked with the Parents Advisory Council during its study of school finances. Bernie and his wife. Deb, have four children. Challenging the two in­ cumbents this year is Donald (D.J. > Regan, a former Smiths Industries research and development engineer who now operates his own con­ sulting firm. Regan, who ran for the board last year, believes he can bring a knowledge of technology and an understan ding of young people of all ages, kindergarten through college “I’m good at working in teams, and I can deal sue- BINGO American Lepoa Peet #305 9548 Cherry Vaftey, Cateoonia • THURSDAY • Early Bird — 6:30 p.m. cessfully with difficult people I learned that early, since 1 grew up in a family of nine. " he added with a grin. He. loo. sees shrinking revenues as the biggest challenge facing the Caledonia schools. “It will be the board’s responsibility to maintain priorities so the quality of education doesn’t decline." he said. His own top priority for the district would be to maintain its technological investment, but to use technology to im­ prove the way students are taught People may think technology is a luxury , but I think that today it’s a necessity. “But technology should be something that helps the teacher do his or her job bet­ ter. and not something we buy for students to play computer games. I want to see com­ puters used in an efficient manner." he said. Using computers to help teach would cut district costs for buying textbooks. Regan pointed out. “Using the computer for the mundane aspects of teaching, like drill work, the teachers would be free to help the students with the more creative aspects of learning He said he also is concerned that the minimum standards set are set too low for students in the restructured high school classes, and said he believes that many parents share this concern. “My second priority would be to make sure that any new part of the curriculum is a challenge to students so parents are getting their money’s worth," he said. Regarding the June 13 re­ quest to levy 18 mills on area businesses “I’m still uncer­ tain on how that works," he said. "1 don't understand why we’re so dependent on that when supposedly the sales tax was supposed to take care of (funding)." While he prefers the higher sales tax to high property taxes as "the lesser of two evils" for funding schools, he is very concerned that the state bureaucracy now con­ trols funding of local schools. Regarding HB 5128: "I’m not a union guy.” he admitted “What I really hope we re headed for is the concept of paying for performance. “I regard teachers as pro­ fessionals rather than blue col­ lar workers and I think they (Might to be in an env ironmen! where they are treated like professionals. When a union speaks for the teachers in the whole state, well, that puts the teachers on the same level as the blue col­ lar worker." Regarding prayer in schools "I don't have a pro­ blem with it. but I know that schools must be careful. I wtHildn't want to sec non­ Christians forced into a Chris­ tian prayer, for instance. “I’m not for mandated prayer, but kids should be allowed to pray, perhaps in a moment of meditation." Regarding censorship: “I guess we shouldn't remove books from the library shelves, but I am concerned with using age appropriate materials and materials that reflect the values of the community. ’' A native of Farmington Hills. Regan received a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from laiwrence Tech He worked in Califor­ nia tor the Ford Aerospace and Communication Corpora tion and earned a master’s in electrical engineering from California State University at Long Beach. He moved to Caledonia in 1989 to work for Smiths In dustries and has completed a mauler'a in business ad ministration at Grand Valley State University. He and his wife reside with their four children at 9766 Meadow Valley. GLCC REAL LIFE ... Gun Lake Community Church REAL ANSWERS ... REAL HOPE We would love to have you join us for celebrative worship this Sunday. Pastor Keith Dragt win begin an inspiring new message service entitled... “Standing Strong in Everyday Life” Also, hear one of West Michigan's most popular and dynamic pianists: Glenn Moerdyk You will be glad you came. Sunday • 10:00 a.m. Child Care Provided Air Conditioned Always inspiring, joyful, positive, real. Gun Lake Community Church 12200 Chief Noonday Rd. (Vi mile east of Patterson) 795-7903 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I June 7, 1994 I Page 3 Two TK board candidates expect to fill vacancies by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Thornapple Kellogg School Board candidates Kim Sei leek and Dave Smith will more than likely fill the two available board seats. And unless a write-in can­ didate makes a strong showing at the polls next Monday. Selleck and Smith will become board trustees as of July I. Treasurer Don Williamson, a 20-year veteran of the board, and Secretary Wanda Hunt, who has served a fouryear term, have decided not to seek re-election. Neither Selleck or Smith take their candidacy and pro­ bable election to the board lightly even though they are essentially unopposed. Both took the time to share their views on several issues facing TK Schools and public education in general. Kim Selleck. 40. feels that the hiring and orienting of a new superintendent, and the district’s funding and proper allocation of those resources are two of the major issues facing TK. “Proposal A is positive because it will shift the burden of paying for the schools off of the property owner “Also. I believe that our district will be getting more funding than we have had in the past." said Selleck. "And the most important thing to remember is that we have a commitment to the students We need to do what is best for them to be able to compete in a global market Kim Selleck Dave Smith when they leave TK. ' That theme of commitment to the students runs through many of Selleck's beliefs. For example, he said that the recently passed state law regarding teacher strikes and collective bargaining rights is a "double-edged sword. " "We need to appreciate and support what the teachers do. But. I've always been against public employees striking." Selleck feels that teachers can be supported without hav­ ing strikes. He is for separation of church and state, but. feels that things have gone too far. “I don't think the constitu­ tion meant to build a brick wall between the two." Selleck said. “The state should leave it up to the students. " He thinks that creationism and evolution both need to be taught in the schools as theories. This will be Selleck s first experience on a school board though he has served on the board of directors for the Michigan Floral Association. He works for Yoder Sales [From Our Readers Call someone if you don’t understand millage To the editor: The Finance Committee spon­ sored by the Caledonia Parents Advisory Council recently spent months going over the Caledonia Communi­ ty Schools budget That pro­ cess resulted in the Board ap­ proving $700,000 worth of reductions with more to be made during this summer's negotiations However, if the voters of our community don’t pass the upcoming millage (a business tax of 18 mills, a reduction from the 29 mills previously issued, and not affecting homeowners) all of that work will be of little consequence given the enormous cuts ($7,000,000 worth!) that will have to be made. If you don ’t understand how Proposal A works, how this millage works, or how our schools won’t work if we have to eliminate $7 million from our budget, please call so­ meone who does - your school principal, a board member, a PTO president, a Booster of­ ficer. Dick Posthumus, a PAC member Make an informal, responsible decision and then vote. Kathy M. Jackson PAC co-chair selling horticultural and greenhouse products. Selleck and his wife Kris (who owns Thomappie Floral and Gift in Middleville) have lived in the village for 10 years. They have two children, ages five and two. The family is active at Peace Reformed Church where Selleck teaches a 12th grade Sunday school class. Dave Smith. 39. sees the major issues facing the board as how to handle growth in the student body, hiring a new superintendent, making school more challenging to the students, and improvement of the early childhood reading program In terms of Proposal A. Smith said. “It's going to help districts like TK Those that have been in-formula will be in as good shape or better." He also feels that teachers do need to find a better way than striking. "The new law may make teachers feel somewhat han­ dicapped." Smith said. "But. by law they weren't supposed to strike anyway." As far as the separation of church and state. Smith says he wouldn't want the schools teaching doctrine. “But. 1 believe that judicial has the whole issue backwards, the intent of the law was so there would not be a state church. "That doesn’t mean there should be no individual prayer in the schools." Smith also believes that both creationism and evolu­ tion should be taught as theories not as facts Smith and his wife Debi have been very involved in the TK schools They have four children, who are 15. 12. 10. and 8 years old. The Smiths have lived in Middleville for almost 10 years. He works in product ion at Steelcase. The family is active in the Whitneyville Bible Church. STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY Call us for a quote for all of your insurance needs. • Auto • Life • Health Home • Business • Investment Caledonia Village Centre 9365 Cherry Valley Avenue Caledonia. Ml 49316 891-9294 A big ‘Thank you’ for the millage story To the editor: A big "THANK YOU" to Barb Gall for the article in last week’s Sun and News regar­ ding the Voters Approval of 18 Mills for Caledonia Schools. Many calls come into the Township office with ques­ tions regarding the impact of Proposal A. Barb did an ex­ cellent job of explaining the new school funding. I can only emphasize the fact that the 18 mills will NOT be levied on homesteads (property on which we live) and most farmlands. The 18 mills will apply to non­ homesteads such as business properties and other lands. The 18 mills are most im­ portant to our schools for im­ mediate cash flow necessities. These monies collected at the Township office are transfer­ red directly to our school on a set schedule with Business Manager Judi Dean. This election is very impor­ tant to our schools. Vote June 13. Ruth DeVries Caledonia Township Treasurer Reading Club registration begins The Thomapple Kellogg School and Community Library invites children ages 3 through 14 to join the 1994 Summer Reading Club “Camp Read. " Registration begins at noon on June 10 and continues through July 14. The program ends August 18. Since the library will be closed the first two weeks in August for pain­ ting and cleaning, the pro­ gram will end later than usual on August 18. Camp Reading Logs w ill be provided for all club members to maintain a record of sum­ mer reading. Club members may choose to join the group that matches their reading level — pre-readers. young readers, independent readers, or young adult A variety of activities, pro­ grams. awards, and surprises are planned to encourage sum­ mer reading and visits to the library. At the end of the pro­ gram. an awards packet will be given to club members who complete a reading log A Now See Us for High Financial Marks. You’ve set your goals and reached them Now It's time to plan your future And we can help Choose horn our wide variety of financial services, all tailored to meet your individual needs complete description of the program is available at the library, which is located in­ side the front doors of the Thornapple Kellogg High School. 3885 Bender, Middleville. Summer hours beginning June 13 area 8:45 a m.-3 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 6-8:30 p.m Tuesday and Thursday evenings. Caledonia Library Friends organizing Caledonia Library patrons can help start a new Friends of the Library group at an organizational meeting at 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 8. at 7 p.m. at the library. The organizational meeting is the first step Particiants will help decide on by-laws, membeship levels and activities The new friends will work on the annual book sale July 2. help with the summer's "Family Fun Nights," and plan future activities For more information call the library at 891-1502. Arnone who cannot attend the meeting on June 8 can leave a name and telephone number at the library •24 Hour Banking •Cards and Centers •Horne Loans •Personal and Commercial Loans •Car Loans •Safety Depose Boxes •interest-Earning Checking •Passbook Savings Accounts •Certificates of Deposit •Christmas Club Accounts IRAS •Direct Deposit jSl^E «ANK 303 ARLINGTON MIDDLEVILLE 627 MAIN ST. CALEDONIA 3205 68th ST. S.E. DUTTON " 795-3361 891-8113 698-6337 ALEDONIA FDIC �Page 4 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I June 7, 1994 Neighbors with... NORMA |- ------ ----- - Isn’t spring a wonderful time of year? All our early flowering plants are lovely, and the butterflies sure love them. I like them particularly because they grow any place They are Wild Meadow Phlox from my mother’s wild garden in Grand Rapids, which makes them doubly special dear to me. They are so easy to plant. Just hand sow (wherever you want them to grow), even in a weedy area. They are biannual; plant the first year, no bloom. They come in bloom at this time of year and will take over a bank VELDERMAN ------ --------- or spot easily. Did you all have a wonder­ ful holiday9 The weather was so nice, even if only for stay­ ing home and relaxing. I am going to talk at Freeport's Alumnae banquet next week in Freeport's Commuity building. I am looking forward to sharing the little history that I have. I have quite a lot of pictures and maps to display. The Freeport Library is letting me display the photographs that Allen Fish had of old Freeport The Thomapple Heritage Association will meet the third Wednesday of June at Char Fmkbeiner’s home on Har­ wood Lake at 6:30. It’s potluck, so bring your own dishes and drinks We always have such a wonderful time at the lake See sou there Well, folks. I have misplac­ ed the news today. When my Braille teacher. George Kramer, was here this after­ noon. my computer would not light up. and George discovered a broken piece in one of the extension cords. Johnny fixed the cord. In the moving around I misplaced the news you folks gave me. If I find it. I will put it in next week. Have a good week. | ENGAGEMENT Middleville churchs sponsors children's program First Baptist Church of Middleville will be presenting four films June 13-16. 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.. featuring Danny Korem. a world-renowned magician and journalist whose films help kids distinguish truth from deception David Stewart and Friends, a popular area ventriloquist, wiil share many of his puppets and apply the lessons taught in the films Another special feature each day will be Sally Bonello, who will share her work as a missionary* to Haiti. Missionary crafts, singing, and refreshments round out the 2-hour program. Children ages 5-12 in the area are in­ vited to attend. Call 795-9726 for bus information. Whipple • Noah Mr. and Mrs. Myron Whip­ ple of Midland. Mich, would like to announce the engage­ ment of their daughter. Ann. to Dr. Christopher Noah Parents of Dr. Christopher Noah are Dr. and Mrs. Melvin Noah of Middleville. The wedding will take place in Midland on July 30. The bride-elect is a first grade teacher with the Midland Public Schools. The prospective groom is com­ pleting a family practice residency at Midland Regional Medical Center in Midland. LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church — Serving a Living Lord FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville SUNDAY........ 9 45 a m., 11 00 a m A 6.00 p m WEDNESDAY................................ Family Fellowship Prayer & Bible Study 7:00 p.m. 7240 68th Street. SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Past nr Rgv Brian F. Harrison Youth Pastor, Darrel L Schrock Music, Jeffery C. Vander Heide CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A church with a caring heart for our community and the world" Sunday Services....... 9:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. M-37 at 100th St., Caledonia, Ml Church Office. (616) 891-1512 Rev. Gerald Van Oyen Al Tiemeyer Community Calling Bruce N. Stewart, Pastor Lee Taylor, Assistant Pastor 9:45a.m. Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6:00p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer 6:45 p.m. Word of Life Chibs 6:45p.m. WELCOME TO CHRISTIAN REFORMED 6201 Whitneyville Avenue Sunday School......................... 9:30 a.m. Sun. Morning Worship........... 10:30 a.m. Evening Service....................... 6:00 p.m. Rev. Bernard Mulder, Pastor 868-6306 LEIGHTON UNITED METHODIST Caines United Brethren Church Kalamazoo Avenue at 92nd Street Caledonia, Michigan Telephone 698-8252 Pastor Mark Beers LAKESIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Pastor Scott Taylor Reaching People With Christ 8:30 am to 9:30 am — First Worship Service 9:30 am to 9:45 am — Coffee Fellowship 945 am to 10.45 am — Sunday School 10 45 am to 1100 am — Coffee Fellowship 11:00 am to 12 00 — Second Worship Service Nursery and Childrens Church will be provided during both services. "Set an example In speech, in trie. in kwe. in f»th and in purity " 1 Timothy 4:12 Sunday Morning Worship (Interpreted for hearing impaired)............... 9:30 a m. Sunday School.................................................. 11:10a.m. Sunday Evening Service.................................... 6:30 p.m. Pioneer Club (K thru 6 Gradel - Wednesday..................... 6.30 p.m. Prayer Meeting - Wednesday........................... 7:00 p.m. Youth fellowship - Sunday.............................. 5:00 p.m. RAY TOWNSEND, Pastor TIM DOUBLESTEIN. Youth Director 708 West Main Street Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Morning Worship Service............ 10 00 a.m. Sunday School.............................. 11:15 a.m. Evening Worship Service............. 6:00 p.m. Rev. James Cusack Phone 891-9259 YOU ARE INVITE Saturday Evening Mass............................... 5:00 p.m. Rev Roger Timmerman, Pastor Sunday Mass........................ 9:00 a.m. A 11:00 a m. KETTLE LAKE INDEPENDENT REFORMED Proclaiming the Historic Reformed Faith. Services at 9:30 am. and 6:00 p.m. Worshipping at Kettle Lake School on Whitneyville Rd. South of 68th Street CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST Church School................. 9:30 am. Choir Practice ................. 9:30 am Worship Service............. 10:30 a.m. 250 Vine Street Church Office 891-8669 Parsonage 891-8167 Rev. Bobby Dale Whitlock 795-3667 WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH MIDDLEVILLE and PARMELEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES 8546 Whitneyville Ave at 84th St *891 -8661 'The Church where everybody is somebody and Jesus Chnst is Lord" 111 Church Street Sunday School...................................... 9 30 a.m Sunday Morning Wonhgy.................... JO 30 a m Sunday Evenrig Worship....................... 600 p.m. Wed Midweek Prayer 8 Bt)ie Sludy...... 700 p m wetamJotxon Askr Se*e jocxson Mate Jxsnay Mbscflr 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto. Michigan 49302 Phone 795-7076 Wednesday Night “Family Night” 6:45-8:15 Includes Adventure Cub. Choirs for Children and Adults. High School Youth Group and Adult Classes For information call: 891-8119 St. Paul Lutheran Kraft Ave. & 84th St., Caledonia, Ml (Missouri Synod) "Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. " Rom. 12:10 First Service.....................................8 30 am. Sunday School 9 *5 a.m. (Fellowship Coffee 9:45 a m. to 10:00 a.m.) Bible Classes..................................10:00 a.m. Second Service 11 00 a.m. (All Services have a Nursery available) Rev. Robert Gerke Office: 891 -8688 Church: 891 -9878 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 12200 Chief Noonday Road (at Gun lake) Wayland, Michigan 49348 • 795 7903 Barrier Free / Programs for All Ages Sunday Worship 10:00 am Sunday School II 15 a m. Wednesday •'Family Night” 6:00 p.m. (nipt ring, Pmane. Church Office Phone — 795-9266 Cornerstone Wesleyan Church Pastor Jeffrey Lee Sunday School.......................................... 9:45-10:45 Rev. Lynn Wagner — 795-3798 Rev. Carroll Fowler - 765-5316 (El|c CDld Qlime fJHrthoriiat (Church Services — Sunday School .................... 1000 a.m. Morning Worship 1100a.m. Evening Worship 6 00 p.m. Children's Church/Youth Worship (hiring morning services. Canway Si puppet ministry for K4lh during evening services Parmelee Morning Worship........... 9 30 a m. Middleville Sunday School............ 9 45 a m Middleville Worship...................... 11 00 a m ”God Cares for You” Meeting at the Comer of Wood School Rd. and Wing Rd. Barner Free • M 37 between Caledonia A Middleville Sunday Worship Services....... 8:30 or 11:00,6:00 891-8028 MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Peace Reformed Church Sunday School................. 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship............. 11 00 a m. Evening Worship................ 6:00 p m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting/ Children's Classes......... 7:00 p.m. Rovle Bailard, Pastor - 868-6437 - The Reorganized CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST of Latter Day Saints 8146 68th St near Whitneyville Ave. .060^ Church School. Sunday S /XJrnTv Morning Worship. P/^aiAoi35 Evening Worship. Wed Fellowship.. 10 00 a.m. 11 00 a m. ..6:00 p.m. ..7:30 p.m. (in homes or church) call Pastor Lloyd DeVormer Sr. 897-7407 �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml I June 7, 1994 I Page 5 Caledonia takes time to remember on Memorial Day by Barbara (>all Staff Writer Caledonia honored its war veterans, living and dead, in cemeteries on Memorial Day. May 30. An honor guard from the Caledonia American Legion Post 305. accompanied by a Boy Scout color guard and members of the Caledonia bands, laid a wreath at the grave of a serviceman at each of the Alaska. Blame. Dutton and Holy Comers cemetaries after a short ceremony. The service at Lakeside Cemetery, in Caledonia Village, followed a noon parade down Main Street. State Senator Richard Posthumus offered a tribute to the veterans at each site. Tom and Mark Wynsmo, ages 5 and 7, and Shelly Veenstra, 9, show their patriotism as they take curb­ side seats for the Caledonia Memorial Day parade. The honor guard of the Caledonia Legion Post 305 leads the Memorial Day parade down Main Street. “This is a day of thanks for the valor of others." he told the crowd at Lakeside Cemetery. Noting the 50th anniversary of the World War II invasion at Normandy, he described beaches, “where death was everywhere." as "the cold reality of war. " and called the battlegrounds “places of con- Americans gave their lives for freedom." Posthumus read the names of area veterans who passed away this year before Caledonia High School trumpeters closed the service with the plaintive strains of “Taps." X" Congratulations CHS * v Marching Band for the performance in field and parade b • competitions at Mackinac. You made us all proud! nA <0^ GREAT — Caledonia Music Association . ^il||llHUIIIIHIIHIIIUIIUII& =<4 & Proudly wearing the Stars and Stripes, this young parade marcher also shows off his Caledonia Scottie. attention, i I TRUE VALUE HOMES Office at Cider Mill Village ■ is Now Open Monday 10*6; Wednesday 9*6; Friday 9*1 OTHER HOURS ARE AVAILABLE BY APPOINTMENT! Presenting the colors during the National Anthem being played at Lakeside Cemetery Memorial Day services are Eric Fleischmann and Rustin Manning of Caledonia Boy Scout Troop 202. Vacation Bible School ...or Call Sandra at the South Division Lot in Grand Rapids at 531*1400 Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday Introducing STOCK UNITS - Single & Doublewides are available for immediate occupancy! KidTricks: PROGRESS REPORT on our Newest Addition: 35 lots will be available very soon! ages 5-12. First Baptist Church 5075 N. Middleville Rd. 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But, 105 band members are packing their bags and just waiting to leave for Florida on Friday This will be the fourth time that TK band members have New Design Full Service Family Salon Casualwear & Sportswear taken a major trip like this to represent the school district, the third time for Disney World according to Band Director Duane Thatcher. The band has gone to Florida in 1988, 1990. and this year. They went to Toronto in 1992. “There is a lot of excitment about the trip.” Thatcher said. “The kids have been work­ ing to raise money for their trip (cost is $386 each) all The flag squad is adjusting to using hoops (that will have streamers on them in the parade) because the use of flags is quite restricted in Disney World due to the crowds. year and now they're ready to go ” Travel time for the group is 25 hours there and back. Even though that is quite a distance. Thatcher said that what happens while they’re in Florida makes the trip worthwhile. 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Middleville Road - M ddieviiie 795-7933 891-1551 681-28341 fej philosophy major at Hope College Next fall. Wessman will begin a master’s degree pro­ gram in physiology of excr cise at Ohio State University, where he has been awarded a University Fellowship. Dia is the son of Rev Dr. Robert Wessman and Dr. Leslie Wessman of Allegan, and is the son of Mr and Mrs Leo Wessman of Mancelona, and Mrs. Les Parsons of Casper, WY. Triple Check Tax Service OPEN 1 to 4 PM S2G2. MIDDLEVILLE AREA otherwise/’ The band members will also be treated to some special shopping, a poolside barbe­ que, funtime at the MGM park, and a medieval dinner The band will be Laving from the high school at 5 p.m on Friday. Their busses will roll back in at about 10:30 p m. on Wednesday. June 15. Caledonia student graduates with honors Dia Wessman. a 1989 graduate of Caledonia High School, graduated magna cum laude from Hope College on May 8. While at Hope. Wessman majored in biology, philosophy and physical education and minored in biochemstry. This spring, he was elected to Phi Beta Kappa, the na­ tion’s oldest scholastic honor society, and awarded the Charles E. Lake Memorial Prize in philosophy, which is given to the outstanding senior Caledonia Village Center (M-37) • 891-9257 6851 ALDEN NASH march down Main Street USA to Cinderella's castle, and out through Frontierland. The show include the TK Flag Squad doing a routine us­ ing streamered h<x>ps “There’s always a lot of ex­ citement about getting to go in the back stage area, too.” Thatcher said. "You don’t ever get to see the back stage stuff Other services include: • Business Plans • UPS (not a UPS agent) • Educational Resources Service - College Money Guaranteed OPEN Mon.-Fri. 9-5; Sat. 9-2 or evenings by appointment Member U Doolittle 5 generations 101 year old Hazel Doolittle met her fifth great, great, great grandchild this past week. The five generations pictured are Sandy carlson, grandmother from Middleville: Suzie Singer, mother from Colum­ bus, Indiana; Dorothy Frost, great grandmother from Middleville: Hazel Doolittle, great-great grandmother of Hostings, and ten week old Colin Brooks Singer from Columbus. Middle school honors assembly being held The Thornapple-Kellogg Middle School staff would like to invite parents and relatives to the 33rd annual awards assembly to be held on June 10. at 8:15 a m. in the Middle School gymnasium. The assembly will last about Ih hours There w ill be a reception in the cafeteria after the assembly for eighth grade students and their parents Cherry 9958 Cherry Valley (M-37) Caledonia. Ml 49316 Phone: 891 1««6 Valley_ -1886 f Nfitfit Acres of Growing GREENHOUSE • Annuals • Vegetables • Mixed Pots Perennial Sale — ftQl Hanging Baskets Strawberry Jars and More! Buy 4 Get 1 FREE! Open: Monday-Fnday 9-8; Saturday 9-6 Just 2 miles south of Caledonia on M-37 • 795-8811 �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml / June 7. 1994 I Page 7 Obituaries Todd Hoek Mr. Avald Fred Curths-------------- ----------------------------------MIDDLEVILLE • Mr. Avald Fred Curths, 74, passed away Tuesday, May 31, 1994 at Buttdrworth Hospital. Mr. Curths was born on May 23, 1920 in Saskatchewan, Canada, the son of Adolph and Tillie (Bittner) Curths. He was raised in Wyoming, Michigan and attended Wyoming School. He was married to Dorothy Irwin on March 23, 1950 in Grandville. Mr. Curths was employed at gas stations and factory work. He served in the United States Army during World War II. Mr. Curths was a member of the First Baptist Church of Middleville. He loved working in the flower garden, working on the car, spending time with is granddaughters and having coffee with his brothers. Mr. Curths was preceded in death by his parents, Adolph and Tillie Curths; brother, Melvin Curths. He survived by his wife, Dorothy I. Curths; one son, Robert (Ruby) Curths of Middleville; three grand­ daughters, Tabitha, Sunshine, Ruby; four brothers, Alfred (Ruth) Curths of Jenison, Edwin Curths of Goshen, Indiana, Leonard (Mildred G.) Curths of Wyoming. Robert (Carol) Curths of Jenison; sister-in-law, Mildred I. Curths of Grand Rapids; several nieces and nephews. Funeral and Committal Services were held Friday, June 3,1994 at the First Baptist Church of Middleville with Pastor Bruce Stewart officiat­ ing. Interment at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens, Grand Rapids. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church of Middleville - Building Fund. Arrangements were made by the Beeler Funeral Home, Middleville. [jdriGROTULnTioris! You are still our pride and joy. — Love from Mom and Dad Timothy Allen Keith---------- --- --------- .---------------------------GRAND RAPIDS Timothy Allen Keith, 26, of 48th Street, Grand Rapids, passed away Tuesday, May 31, 1994. Mr. Keith was bom Novem­ ber 7, 1967 in Grand Rapids the son of Daniel Keith and Shirley (Thebo) Keith. He worked as a Night Stock Clerk at D & W. Mr. Keith is survived by his parents, Daniel and Shirley Keith; brother, Tom and Tammy Keith; niece. Autumn Keith; grandparents, Lester and Ruth Keith, Lee Thebo; several aunts, uncles and cousins. Funeral services were held Saturday, June 4, 1994, at the Mrs. Cleta C. Bonye------------------------HASTINGS- Mrs. Cleta C. Bonye, 79, formerly of Middleville, passed away May Mrs. Brenda K. Milliken___________ CALDONIA - Mrs. Brenda K. Milliken,39, of E. Main St. Caledonia, passed away Thursday. May 26, 1994. Mrs. Milliken was born December 13, 1954 in Berrien Springs. She was married to Jimmy W. Milliken. Mrs. Milliken was employ­ ed as a clerk in a drug store. Mrs. Milliken is survived by her husband, Jimmy; children, Jason and Jessica at home; mother, Willie Mae Dunn; brother, Charles Dunn; sisters, Betty Moore, Mary Easter, Mildred Dunn, Joan Caldwell. Funeral services were held Tuesday, May 31, 1994 at the Caledonia Funeral Chapel with Pastor Bobby Dale Whitlock officiating. Interment Lake­ side Cemertery. Mrs. Belle Matteson-----------------------MIDDLEVILLE - Mrs. Belle Matteson, 99, of Barlow Lake, passed away Thursday, May 26, 1994, at Sandy Creek Nursing Center in Wayland. Surviving are a daughter, Betty J. Newman of Barlow Lake, Middleville; six grand­ children, David (Carolyn) Newman, John (Charyl) Newman, Mark Newman, Paul (Cindy) Newman all of Middleville, Daniel (Pamela) Newman of Otsego, Joy Caledonia Funeral Chapel with Pastor Daniel Wansten offi­ ciating. Interment Whitneyville Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Right to Life of Michigan. (James) Myers of North Fort Meyers, Florida; nine great­ grandchildren, 11 great great­ grandchildren. Preceding her in death were her husband, Fred M. Matteson on May 15, 1988. Funeral Services were held on Saturday, May 28, at the Beeler Funeral Chapel with Reverend Carroll Fowler offi­ ciating. Interment at Coman Cemetery, Middleville. INVENTORY TIME A Little bit of Everything... from Bird Feeders to Clothing. ^vteo 60 % Caledonia Fanners Elevator 136 E. Main Street • Caledonia 891-8108 • Open 6 Davs a Week 27,1994 atThomapple Manor, Hastings. Surviving are a daughter, Marjorie (Robert) Mongan of Hastings; four grandchildren, Deborah Smith, Marie Lovett, Williamina Thurkettle, William H. Thurkettle; seven great grandchildren; two brothers, Thomas Jones of Florida, James Jones of India­ na; several nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death were her husband John Bonye; son John L. Bonye and grandson, Michael Jobionski. 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BOX 363 • MIDDLEVILLE, Ml 49333 & FOR MORE INFORMATION: 795-3930 JE Just north of the MiddleVilla Inn (behind Dr. Showermans) Summer Hours: Mon.-Fri. 6 am-8 pm; Sat. 8 am-1 pm �Page 8 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I June 7, 1994 Caledonia Library Board seeks new member The Caledonia Library Board, which oversees the maintenance and operation of the library, is looking for residents interested in filling a vacancy on the board. Meeting about four times a year, the board presents recommendations concerning library operations to the Congratulations Aimee How quickly the past 13 years have gone by. We are so proud of you. Village Council and Caledonia Township Board for approval Any township resident in­ terested in being considered for the post should contact the township office either by phone or letter Caledonia Librarian Jane Heiss said she will be glad to answer any questions about the board She can be reached during library hours at 891-1502. Storytelling is one of the activities children can enjoy at the Caledonia CRC Kids' Club night Mondays at the church. Love, Dad, Mom, Ryan & Jack n Phone 795-3345 for Sun & News ACTION ADS! I I Kids can do crafts and other activities at Kids' Club night. Church ‘Kids’ Club’ activities planned GRAND OPENING JUNE, JULY & AUGUST Monday thru Wednesday • 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. A Unique and Picturesque Retirement Community designed for those 55 years and older with the features and amenities that Yqu asked for. And because your specifications included Comfort, Convenience and Security, Pennock Village takes pride in being able to provide the essential items that I vy are looking for. Caledonia Christian Reformed Church is planning its summer Kids Club “Mirale Monday” program and the “Family Bible Times Festival” that follows. Miracle Monday nights, will be June 13, 20 and 27, and Ju­ ly 11 and 18. On July 25, 26. 27, 28 and 29 the church will have its “Family Bible Times Festival” for the entire fami­ ly, parents and children. Kids Club takes place from 7 to 8 p.m. Activities at Kids Phone Club include singing, stories, games and crafts. All area children age 2 years to 12 years are invited. No pre­ registration is necessary. This year a Mother’s Club is also planned. Refreshments and a time apart for discussion will be available while the children are at Kids’ Club The week-long “Festival” will be styled on the theme of the 12 Tribes of Israel. A col­ orful robe or toga will be pro­ vided for every participant; children, teens, and adults A parable lesson will be taught drama style each evening Demonstrations on baking unleavened bread, growing a mustard seed, music of the day, etc. will be part of the ac­ tivities. The “Family Bible Times Festival" activities will take place from 6 to 8 p.m , each evening the week of July 25 at Caledonia Christian Reformed Church on l(M)<h Street in Caledonia. 795-3345 for SUN & NEWS ACTION ADS! Pennock Village is Unique because... • All 38 apartments are single story buildings arranged as duplexes and quadriplexes. • It's an annual lease agreement with maintenance free living aftd ahome-like environment. • There is Nq Eniranvc. Monthly or Association Ere. • Ala Carte Services are available which include meals and housekeeping • Coordination of healthcare services and health screens are provided. Pennock Village is • • • • • FROM C Olllfortable because we offer... Two Spacious bedrooms Deluxe bath with tub and separate shower Utility room with full size washer and dryer Private screened patio Adjacent garage-like carports with built-in stor^^^^M Pennock Village is Convenient • Adjacent to Pennock Hospital. Fish Hatchery Park vd Shopping Mall • Centrally located to Lansing. Grand Rapids. Creek and Kalamazoo Pennock Village is SpCUPC because . . . • We provide 24 hour maintenance/security ** ♦ • We provide an optional and FREE Emergency Communication System • We are located in a smaller and safer community For information and tours, please call Stacy Sanders at 1-800-945-5871 One Village Dr. • Hastings, Michigan 49058 "A Great Place To Come Home To” zznzizz taction Mon., June 20 & Tues., June 21 Get your makeover and glamour photos at... HAIR WE ARE SHEAR PLEASURE 102 High St. Middleville 122 E. Main Middleville 795-2263 795-7719 - CALL FOR DETAILS k APPOINTMENT - Session Includes...High Fashion Photo Session • Several Choices from Wardrobe and Jewelry Accessories • Instant Viewing of Proofs • Complimentary Makeover & Hairstyling. _______________________ �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I June 7. 1994 I Page 9 Kent County Library members sign official agreements Kent District Library one step closer to reality Congressmen Vern Ehlers shores a joke with those attending the signing of agreements for a future Kent County District Library. Ehlers visit was a surprise for library officials. Representing Caledonia at the district library signing ceremony were County Commissioner Judy Harrison, Township Supervisor Tom Garbow, Township Clerk Pat Snyder, Library Board member Ann Mulder, Eileen Shook and past president of the Library Board, Jay Shook. Caledonia Township Supervisor Tom Garbow signs one of the agreements that will put a district library vote on the November election ballot in Caledonia. by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Kent County township, village and city officials met Thursday at the Grand Rapids Township Hall to sign agreements that will officially put a district library proposal on the November ballot. Caledonia Township Super­ visor Tom Garbow and Township Clerk Pat Snyder represented the Caledonia community. All 26 municipal members of the present Kent County Library System have agreed More than 125 officials and guests attended the signing ceremony, including county library officials. Kent County Commissioners and state library officials Charles Wolf and Ruth Dukelow. Congressman Vern Ehlers surprised the gathering when he dropped in to add his good wishes to the new venture. A district library would pro­ vide county residents with ‘ continued excellence in ser­ vice/' said Ruth McCrank, acting director of the Kent County Library System. Dykstra’s Preferred Poured Walls, Inc. • Poured basement walls • Flatwork • Farm work ROB DYKSTRA, Owner 10698 Finkbeiner Rd, Middleville 795-7674 ML McCULLOCH SPRING CLEAN-UP SAVINGS As library officials look on, Caledonia Township Clerk Pot Snyder signs one of two agreements concerning Caledonia's participation in a vote on a district library. to change from a county to a district system if voters ap­ prove. Library officials say a district system would provide the libraries a stable, perma­ nent source of operational funding through a dedicated millage The present county system raises operating revenue primarily through annual assessments oo its member communities If approved, the Kent District Library would becomed the %<h district library in the state Friends, Neighbors, Co-Workers: Come Join BILL & DORIS FRISBIE ...in celebration of their retirement. 7. < RETIREMENT PARTY X Sat., June 11 • 1:00 to 5:00 pm X; •’ in the Banquet Room of the V Middle Villa Inn — No Gifts. Please P y\ Phone 795-3345 . for Sun & News Action Ads! Caledonia Auto Parts Your “Hometown” Auto Parts Store OPEN Mon.-Fri. Sat 8-2 891-4085 227 East Main Street Caledonia �Page 10 I The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml / June 7, 1994 Senior athletes honored at CHS Caskey. Wendy Cizauskas. Caledonia High School recognized the ac­ Lorissa Crowe. Meredith complishments of all its senior Denison, Jamie Detwiler. Karyn Duba. Melissa athletes at a breakfast June 1 Special awards were Dykgraff. Jeff Elliott. Brian Folkersma. Trista Franti. presented to O-K Gold Scholar Athletes, Four Year Adam Gall. Ed G rec man. Sue Athletes. MHSAA Scholar Grevcrs. Lisa Grimes. Brian Athletes .and the CHS Male Hanna. Jody Hatnck, Todd and Female Athletes of the Hoek. Heidi Hoekstra. Lisa Johnson. Jennifer Klundy. Year. To earn the Scholar Athlete Craig Kowalczyk. Matt Lieske, Kenji Lillie. Gann Awards, a senior must • Maintain a minimum Lintmuth. Vito Lombardo. cumulative grade point of 3.5. Chris Love. Chris Moore. • Participate in at least four Shanda Nagel. Brian Nowak. athletic seasons during his/her Jon Oldfield. Peter Parbel. Jayme Poll, Sara Poll. Man high school career • Earn at least one varsity Postma. Benji Potgeter. Brian Purdy. Beckie Risdon. Liz letter • Represent his/her school Rogers, Dustin Keith. Terri with pride and sportsmanship. Scheidel, Chns Smith. Angie Scholar Athletes include: Stuck. Phil Stimic, Kevin Sara Poll. Brent Boncher, Tafelsky, Jon VanRyn. Betsy Jody Hatrick. Melissa Weaver. John Winquest. Dykgraaf. Heidi Hoekstra. Amanda Wolfert, and Jenny Chris Smith. Elizabeth Young MHSSA Scholar Athlete Rogers, Meredith Denison. Brian Folkersma. Benji Lillie, Nominees — Dustin Ruth and Meredith Denison; finalist — Shanda Nagel, Karyn Duba, Dustin Ruth, Trista Frantti. Brent Boncher Detroit Free Press — Karyn Adam Gall. Brian Nowak. Matt Lieski. Jon VanRyn. Duba Male/Female Athlete Peter Parbel, Lisa Grimes. Four Year Athlete Award Award — Pete Parbel and — Robert Anderson. Keith Karyn Duba. Bohez. Brent Boncher, Darin Summer * 700 Color Reg ’16 NOW Highlight s-i/oo Reg ‘20 NOW Perm Reg. ‘28 Call Now for a New Style for Summer! NOW lU STIOO ZtL Spiral Perms vary in pnee OFFER GOOD WITH AMY THRU JULY 31 Village Stylists 134 E. Main Caledonia Call now for your appointment 891-1591 SALON HOURS: Monday-Thursday 9 a m. to 9 p.m.; Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Recipients of Scholar Athlete Awards from the O-K Conference, these Caledonia High School seniors pos­ ed for a photo after the Senior Athletes Breakfast. In the front, from the left, are Matt Lieske, Brent Boncher. Brian Nowak, Sara Poll, Lisa Grimes and Trista Frantti, In the middle row, from the left, are Elizabeth Rogers. Melissa Dykgraaf, Jodi Hatrick, Meredith Denison, Benii Lillie, Shanda Nagel and Jamie Detwiler. In the bock row, from the left, are Brian Folkersma, Heidi Hoekstra, Chris Smith, Adam Gall, Peter Parbel, Karyn Duba, Dustin Ruth and Jon VanRyn. Duba, Parbel named CHS Senior Athletes of the Year by Barbara (rail Staff Writer Caledonia High School track stars literally ran off with top athletic honors this year as senior distance run­ ners Karyn Duba and Peter Parbel were named the Female and Male Athletes of the Year. The recipients of these awards each year arc chosen by the CHS varsity coaches, and the awards were presented at Wednesday’s Senior Athletes’ Breakfast. Both distance runners, Duba and Parbel have earned numerous honors in cross country and track to win the school's top individual athletic honor. Each receives a plaque that displays the athlete’s picture, and under the picture is a nar­ rative summarizing his or her accomplishments. 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She was a “key team member and leader" of the CHS cross country teams that won the O-K Gold four years, that were regional champions four years, state runners-up two years and state champions last fall. During her track career, she set seven school records: in the 800 M and 1600 M runs, and as part of the 3200 M, 6400 M, and distance medley relay teams. She also has set four O-K Gold Conference records in the 800 M and the 1600 M runs and with the 1600 and 3200 M relay teams. She holds the area record in the 1600 M run and the 3200 M relay team. She was selected as the 1994 recipient of the Commis­ sioners Cup Award, awarded to the outstanding female distance runner in Kent County. Duba completes her high school classes with a 3.6 GPA and is a member of the Na­ tional Honor Society. Her coaches added this tribute on her plaque: "She has the unique ability to set her goals high and then do what is necessary to achieve them. She works hard through distractions and hard­ ships to make herself the best athlete and student she can. She is also personable and friendly to adults and students. A great example of the true student athlete.” Karyn has signed a letter of Pete Parbel and Karyn Duba were named the Caledonia High School 1994 Male and Female Athletes of the Year. intent to attend Michigan State University next year. During his high school years, Parbel also compiled a record glittering with accomplishments. The leading point scorer in CHS cross country history, he was the first Scot male athlete to win all-state honors twice, after earning that honor both his junior and senior years. He was all-conference three years, set "numerous" course records, won numerous invitationals, was the senior team captain and was con­ sidered one of the premier cross country runners in Michigan. Parbel has earned nearly as prestigious a reputation in track, winning all-conference honors as a senior and cither setting or neaily breaking school records in the 3200 M and the 1600 M runs and as a member of the 3200 M relay team He graduates with a 3.55 GPA and is a member of the National Honor Society. His hard work both in the classrixim and as an athlete earned him an appointment to the United States Naval Academy, where he will begin studies this fall. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I June 7, 1994 / Page 11 20-year board veteran Williamson retires, leaves time for hobby by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer When Thomapple Kellogg School Board Treasurer Don Williamson retires from the board after 20 years, he'll have no problem filling up the time that has been used for board business He plans to fill his Monday evenings by taking that time for painting, a long-time hobby Williamson, who teaches computer, advertising, graphics, and photography at Kendall College of Art and Design, says that painting has been his relaxation as long as he can remember Several of his oil and acrylic paintings of birds, other wildlife, and pastoral scenes decorate the walls of his Middleville home “Ducks seem to dominate my paintings, probably because they are plentiful and their antics are very in­ teresting." Williamson explained. Normally, he works from photos that lie has taken in the creation of a painting. He has also painted portraits of his parents and done pen and ink drawings of historic Middleville buildings Now. his Monday evenings will be spent in his studio at home “Most people don't realize that being on the school board takes up more than just time for the monthly board meeting." Williamson said "In fact. I have just blocked out each Monday evening for board business." Williamson feels that his 20 years on the board has been time well spent. He has filled all four offices serving as president for three years, secretary in his first year, and as treasurer for the past two. Williamson recalls his first year position as secretary when it was suggested to him that he read all of the board minutes (from 1930 on) to familiarize himself with the workings of the school board “From that time, 1 became historian and had people ask ing me about what had hap­ pened on the board in the past." he said. That has also helped him develop his style of listening, ^rawing information from everybody, speaking only if he had something important to contribute, and being able to summarize what all of the board members were saying. “I think that has been one of my greatest strengths " Williamson also related some of the joys and the more difficult things about being on the board “One of the biggest benefits I had as a member was being able to give my kids their diplomas." he said. He and Caths. his wife, have four grown children who each received their diplomas from their dad. “Originally. 1 ran for my fourth term because 1 had one more to go." Williamson laughed. In terms of tougher deci­ sions. he said that contract negotiations were difficult but rewarding in the end. and pink-slipping was tough He also cited the incident of the board deciding whether or not to remove the book Cat­ cher in the Rye from the library shelves as hard Williamson was quick to credit several people who have helped him learn over his board career including Jerry Page. Alice Jans ma. and Steve Garrett He has been a part of three superintendent searches in- eluding the current one which should be finished by the time he leaves his post on June 30. “I want everyone to know that I am not leaving the board because I tired of it or want to get out." Williamson explained The Williamsons are in the process of selling their house and plans are to move to their family cottage on Gun Lake “If that happens, we ll be living in the Delton School District " Williamson will also be spending time helping his wife with her campaigning in a bid for a state representative seat. 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The conference selected 30 Scots id all for either firstteam or honorable mention honors. Earning conference cham­ pionships at the All-O-K Gold track meet were Jason King in the I00 M dash with a time of III. the CHS 400 M relay team of King. Keith Bohez. John Winquest and Jon Oldfield. 44 8 (new school record set that day); the 800 M relay team of King. Bohez. Winquest and Joe Niang. 1:31.7 (new school record set that day) and the 3200 M relay team of Pete Parbel. Ben Thompson. Ben Potgeter and Ben Lillie. 8:12.5. All qualified for the state track meet in those events Five members of the girts” track team won outright con­ ference championships, led by senior Karsn Duba who took first in the 1600 M run (4:54 4. school and con­ ference record) and the 800 M run (2:16.4. school and con­ ference record). She joined teammates Barb Warner. Sarah Parbel. and Jill Hofmann to take a first and set another conference record in the 1600 M relay (4:11.2). The 3200 M relay team of Duba. Parbel. Warner and Shannon Houseman also took SIXTY TURBOCHARGED HORSES... NOW THAT’S THE SPIRIT! ■ The 60-hp 5400 is one of three, value-packed 40- to 60-hp SPIRIT Tractors. ■ With a turbocharged, 3 cylinder wet-sleeve engine... ■ Standard 9-speed collar shift transmission or new optional 9-speed TSS synchronized trans­ mission... ■ And independent PTO, hydrostatic power steer­ ing, hydraulic wet-disk brakes, and 16.2 gpm hydraulic flow (all standard equipment). a conference first in 9:24.4. Houseman won an in­ dividual championship in the 3200 M run (11:08 3) and sprinter Wendy Faber was named al I-conference based on the number of points she earned in the conference meet Four CHS soccer players were named to the first team in the Rainbow League: Tnsta Frantti. Tarin Lintemuth. Gina DeRuiter and Jaimie Oatley Senior wing Elizabeth Rogers and sophomore mid­ fielder Anne Whisner earned honorable mention. Frantti. a senior forward, is al I-conference for the second year, and described as a "quality player" by her coach. Brian Broekhuizen She scored 17 goals with 12 assists in conference play this season, ranking third in league scoring. Lintemuth. a senior defen­ sive back, also is all­ conference for the second year, and is described by Broekhuizen as quick and fearless with a great ability to steal the ball. DeRuiter. also a senior and Earning all-conference honors in boys' track were Scots Keith Bohez (top). John Winquest and Joe Niang (middle row), and Jon Oldfield, Pete Parbel, Benji Lillie, Jason King and Ben Thompson (kneeling). Not pictured is Ben Potgeter. Katie Donker, left, was chosen all-conference in softball, and Jodi VanderVelde earned honorable mention. TOWING & GOOD DEALS.. .ANDA GOOD DEAL MORE Fillmore Equipment, Inc. Located on M-40 at 141st Ave., Holland (2 mi. 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First singles Jason Cnsman. a junior, was 6-1 in con­ ference matches and the runner-up in his flight at the league match Earning all-conference honorable mention was the first doubles team of Marc VanderVelde and Jared Oatles. who went 3-1 in con­ ference dual matches and were runners-up in the all­ conference match "Jason and Chris are among the top five plasers in Western Michigan, and plas ed in the toughest regional in the area 1 just wished they could have had the chance to compete at the state competi­ tion. ’ ’ commented Coach Sam Wilkinson. Junior pitcher and first baseman Kane Donker was voted O-K conference in year. Gold all­ softball this See ‘all conference' on page 13 -er 1 recovery NPFF (616) 795-2200 24 Hour Emergency Dispatch Most major motor clubs accepted. • Unlock • Jump Start • Motorcycle • Flatbed • 4 Wheel Drive • Emergency Tire Repair 507 Arlington (M-37) Middleville, Ml 49333 "We re Pulling For You Flowers & Vegetables... Nice Variety of Flats! 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Parmalee UM women to host annual strawberry breakfast The Parmalee United Methodist Women will sponsor its annual Strawberry Breakfast on Wednesday, June 15 starting at 830 a m. at the Parmalee STEAK FRY Caledonia Sportsman s flub M37 CALtDONI A STEAK • SALAD BAR BAKED POTATO • CARUC TOAST BEVERAGE Sat., June 11 5-8 p.m. • Price *7” Church north of Middlevine on Parmalee Road. At the same time, there will be a bake sale for those who would like to purchase some home-baked treats for later The breakfast/bake sale is the main fund raiser the women bold during the year, and benefits missionary activities of the United Methodist Church as w-ell as other church functions. 17 Ga., 1/2-mile ... NOW $15.90 MICHIGAN GROWN UNTREATED CEDAR POSTS 4" x 7‘ 4" x8' 6“ x 8' 4"x10' ___ ELECTRIC FENCE POST 3/8" x 48" TREATED MICHIGAN RED PINE FENCE POST SIZE VERY STRONG! ONLY 4“ X 7'................... S3.90 4" x 8'................... $4.65 5“ x 8'................... $6.05 Caledonia Lumber �Page 16 I The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml I June 7, 1994 Caledonia Elementary puts on ‘state-ly’ field day Forty floats and 10 classes represented each of the 50 states os the final event in the fifth-graders' study of the U.S. and the beginning event in the Caledonia Elementary Field Doys. Students first hod to write reports on their states and then apply some tech ed' to build a float that displayed some of its individual cnararocteristics. The floats and classes then paraded around the CHS track os field days got under way lost week. The 'hula hoop connection’ required students to run the course while holding on to each other's hula hoops. Giggling didn't make the event any easier. Jack Fitzsimmons waves Old Glory and Andrew Rogers pipes out some mar­ ching music as the Caledonia Elementary Parade of States winds around the track. Action Electronics — Call for — WE REPAIR ... 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Please call Milly Porritt at 698-8770 before June 10 for reservations. Past Matrons will be having a potluck on June 21 at 6 p.m at the Masonic Temple. All Past Mastrons are welcome. Please bring a dish to pass and your own table service. Plans are being finalized for our 100-year celebration on July 10 at the Masonic Temple between 2 and 4 p.m. Our next meeing will be held on June 14 at 7:45 p.m. All members are welcome. Lunch will be served by Dorothy Overholt and Sara and Harry Yoders. Some reel athletic skills were put to the test, as this young long jumper demonstrates. YOUR SEARCH IS OVER! Quality work Done at a Reasonable Price! BARKER'S AUTO SERVICE 203 E. Main, Middleville 795-7100 OPEN 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday; Sat by Appt. Only �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I June 7, 1994 / Page 17 “Lie, Cheat and Genuflect” set for June 16,17,18 The fourth production of the Village Players of Middleville will be staged on June 16, 17 and 18 at the auditorium of Thomapple Kellogg High School. The troupe, which specializes in comedy, promises that this play written by William Van Zandt and Jane Milmore will be the best yet put on by the Middleville company. The Buckle brothers, Billy Working on the second act, (left to right) Suzanne McIntyre, Doug Brinks, Jim Norman, Colleen Cox and Doug Brinks, (seated) as attorney Robert Fryburger, delivers his line as Mike Bremer ponders his response. and Tom, larcenous but oddly likable despite their faults, are the central characters in the play set in an old mansion in New Jersey. When the Buckles grandfather dies, the boys show up at the mansion with a plan to get the inheritance they know is probably destined to go to cousin Lisa. Being from the black sheep side of the family, the boys have two chances of being in the will; fat and none. Nevertheless, the Buckle boys will do almost anything to get the old man's money. They’d better. They are into bookie Pizza Face Petrillo Something new for the Village Players this year is an option for dinner at the Middle Villa Inn and a scat at the play on Thursday evening, both included in the price of $10. Those who would like to purchase the dinncr/lheater package tickets should gel Mike Bremer run through the action without playbooks. Thomapple Kellogg High School on Bender Road. Also, tickets will be on sale on Wednesday, June 15 from 7 to 8 p.m. in the auditorium lobby. Tickets will also be available al the door. Ixjr information, call 7959665 and leave a message. them by June 13 so their dinner spot can be reserved. Price is $4 for the performances all three nights, except for the dinner/theater combination. 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Joel Regunbal 5th grade America needs more schools that encourage our children to fulfill their promise □ Maple Valley News O Weekender □ Shopper (Battle Creek) □ Reminder □ Advisor (Marshall) □ Lakewood News Cl*»*Htod Ratos & Doadunai PRESS Ilf PRESS Q To Ptaca a Ctoswttod Ad PRESS m F« Display Ads PRESS Fot °* Prints D^wUmaI PRESS m F* PRESS Ft* ChctoalioA ttopartmMi You’ll be asked your name, address and phone number, also which paper(s) you want your ad to appear — when and how many weeks — Recite your ad — you can even charge the ad to your Visa or MasterCard. After you’ve answered a question press the star key [ZJ or pause for three or more seconds and the program will automatically proceed to the next question. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / June 7. 1994 / Page 19 Graduates continued from page 18____ _________________________________ Joy wos the expression on the graduates faces os they left the field. The now graduated senior class left the stadium up the bleacher steps through the audience. School board trustee Dan Porker also presented diplomas at the ceremony. McFall classroom welcomes furry friends Margie Slocum's first grade classroom at McFall Elementary in Middleville abounded with four-legged furry friends last Wednesday. Luke Rosenberg brought in two, six-week-old black Lab puppies. Caitlin Smith came in just moments later with two. eight week-old tabby kit­ tens. Both children passed around the animal babies so all of the children hod a chance to hug and pet them. Good Sportsmanship is the responsibility of EVERYONE! Sure air bags work great in front-end collisions, but only a safety belt can protect you from side and rear-end collisions. So buckle up. And you’ll cover all the angles. YOU COULD UEARN ALDI FROM A DUMMY BUCKLE YOUR SAFETY BEU. ®0-424 5a93 �Page 20 I The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml I June 7, 1994 TK girls win 2nd straight district softball title There must be something about the score 12-2 - some­ thing lucky for the Middleville girls softball team. In the semi finals of the district softball champi­ onships,Saturday, the TK girls defeated the Caledonia girls, by that score. It was also the final score in the teams' two previous meetings this year. Coach Cheri Ritz said there is something about the score 12-2 she likes. The Lady Trojans went on to beat district runner up Io­ nia 6-2 in the finals, for the championship. Ionia defeated Lakewood 16-0 to make it to the finals. Katie Berg was the win­ ning pitcher in game one and Traci Campbell the winning pitcher in game two. Berg gave up two hits, struck out five and walked five. Campbell walked four and struck out one of the Lady Bulldogs. Campbell had a no-hitter going into the seventh inning before giving up the two hits and runs. The big inning in the championship game was the second when the I^ady Tro­ jans scored five. The team will now play the winners of the Chippewa Hills district tournament at DeWitt High School, Satur­ day at noon. Jamie Strater looks to coach Cheri Ritz for instructions after taking third on a passed ban in the game against Ionia. Ploeg wins fourth straight state long jump title Katie Berg whips a throw to first tor an out in the game against Ionia. She was the winning pitcher In the game against Caledonia. Carla Ploeg did it again. She once again set a record which will probably stand until heaven knows when. She became the first person to win an event in the State Class B track and Field finals four years running. She cleared 18 feet, 2 1/4 inches to win the gold in the event. She has been undefeated in the event for as long as any­ Facts About the June 13 Election for Caledonia Residents What will we be voting on? Voters will be asked to approve 18 mills on property other than their homes (for business and 2nd homes). How will the election affect home owners? Home owners paid 29.6 mills tor school operations last year Now they pay 6 mills and the additional 2% sales tax approved in March How will the election affect businesses? Businesses paid 29.6 mills for school operations last year Now they will pay 24 mills* (6 mills plus the 18 mills we vote on tor non-homes on June 13) Why are some schools not voting on the 18 mills? Only the school distnets whose renewal millage expires this June win be voting. AH districts will have to vote on this same 18 mills sometime in the near future when their millage runs out What's the bottom line? All property owners pay lower property taxes Home owners pay then share for the schools through the 6 mills and added sales tax, while businesses, which donl pay sales tax. pay 24 mills •The 24 mill figure is set by the State tor all school dretnets PLEASE VOTE YES Paid for by: Kettle Lake, Dutton & Caledonia Elementary P.T.O., 3820 68th St., Caledonia, Ml 49316 one can remember and has enough golds in the event to start her own Fort Knox. She has accepted a scholar­ ship to play volleyball, an­ other of her talents, at Central Michigan University. She has been selected to the All-Barry County track, volleyball and basketball teams during her senior year of high school as well as being named All-O-K Blue, district and regional champion. The Middleville boys and girls teams combined scores to wind up fourth in the Barry County Meet, May 31. The girls collected 53 1/2 points and three gold medals and the boys had 35.6 points. Delton won the meet with 190.7 points, followed by Hastings with 188 and Lake­ wood with 123. Winning the gold for Mid­ dleville was Carla Ploeg with a 17 feet 11 inch long jump and a 200-meter dash time of 27.54 seconds and Jessica VanAmen with a 800meter run time of 2:40. Ploeg also sewed a second in the 400-meter dash and VanAmen was second in the 160Ometcr run with a time of 1:01.2. Darren Vanlilsl took sec­ ond in the shot put with a throw of 48' 10", Malt Polhemus was second in the pole vault with a height of 13’ ad Todd Wynsma was second in the 300-meter hurdles at 43.61. Wynsma was also third in the 110-meter hurdles and Ja­ son Vanlilst was third in the discus. The boys 1600-mcter relay team also came in third. CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP BOARD Special Board Meeting May 25, 1994 The Caledonia Township Board called the special meeting to order at 9:03 a m. on May 25, 1994 at the Township Office Present: Garbow, Ruth DeVries. Dieleman, Snyder ond Jousma Absent: J. DeVries. Gould. Resolution to authorize the sale ond conveyance of land ond the steel building. Motion by Jousma to approve resolution to sell to Caledonia Elevator the lands described in attached resolution. Second by R DeVries Ayes Garbow, Jousma. Snyder, R DeVries. Dieleman. Motion carried. AAeetmg adjourned at 9 05 a.m. Respectfully submitted, Patricio Snyder, Clerk (307) ABSENT BALLOTS AVAILABLE Absent ballots are available for the Annual Election of the Thornapple Kellogg School to be held on Monday, June 13, 1994. Ballots may be obtained at the Administration Building Monday thru Fridays from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The last day to apply for absent ballot and vote will be on Saturday, June 11,1994 from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. Absent voting on Saturday must be done in the office at the Administration Build­ ing. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I June 7. 1994 I Page 21 Caledonia girls runners up in Class B Nate Bundy applies the tag to a Caledonia runner for an out in the early innings of the district semi-final game Trojan baseball team falls in district semis to Caledonia Caledonia scored two runs in the bottom of the seventh inning to knock the Mid­ dleville baseball team from its distict title try, 7-6 Satur­ day. Four walks, a sacrifice bunt and a deep fly ball in the bottom of the seventh crossed two runs for the Scots and closed the season for the Trojans. The Trojans fought to keep one step ahead of the Scots in the game, take a 3-0 lead into the bottom of the third in­ ning. The Scots scored their first two in the bottom of the bracket, but the Trojans came back with one in the top of the fourth for a 4-2 lead. The Scots again closed within one with a score in the bottom of the inning. In the bottom of the fifth inning the Scots took their first lead in the game with two scores, but the Trojans ccame back with two erf their own in the top of the sixth. Nate Bundy, the starting pitcher for the Trojans, slammed the door in the bot­ tom of the sixth, giving the Trojans a 6-5 lead going into the seventh. The Trojans didn't score in their half of the inning, but the Scots were able to push two runners across for the win. Caledonia went on to lose 14-8 against Lakewood in the finals. Brad Williams relieved Bundy in the seventh and took the loss. The Trojans gave up five hits and had two errors in the game, Caledonia gave up four hits and had two errors. Highlights for the Mid­ dleville offence was Jason Clinton’s lead-off double in the first. Bundy’s single and theft of both second and third base in the third and Kevin Doyle's "perfect" suicide squeeze bunt, according to coach Tim Pennfield. NOTICE Of PUBLIC HEARING OH INCREASING PROPERTY TAXES VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA • COUNTY OF KENT PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Village Council of the Village of Caledonia will hold a public hearing on June 13,1994 at 7:30 p.m. at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall, 250 S. Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, on the levying in 1994 of an additional proposed millage rate of .223 mill of ad valorem property tax for operating purposes pursuant to act 5, Public Acts of Michigan of 1982. The Village levied an ad valorem property tax for operating purposes at the rate of 9.447 mills ($9.45 per $1,000 SEV) for 1993. The Village Council has complete authority, however, to establish the number of mills of ad valorem property tax to be levied from within the Village’s authorized millage rate. In order to maintain at least the same level of basic Village services, the Village proposes to levy an additional millage rate of .223 mill ($.22 per $1,000 SEV) of ad valorem property tax for operating purposes, resulting in a total operating millage rate of 9.447 mills ($9.45 per $1,000 SEV). The proposed additional millage rate would increase revenues for operating purposes from ad valorem property tax levies otherwise permitted by said Act 5 by .02 percent. If, however, the proposed additional millage rate is not approved, the Village would receive for 1994 a 5.03 percent increase in ad valorem property tax revenue for operating purposes, as compared to the amount of such revenue received for 1993. The figure for the increase in ad valorem property tax revenue for operating purposes is based on the latest estimate of state equalized valuation of property within the Village. In the event that state equalized valuation as finalized is greater than the estimate used for this hearing, the Village Council must hold another public hearing before levying property tax millage on any higher valuation. The total operating millage rate proposed to be levied in 1994 is the same millage rate as that levied in 1993. The purpose of the hearing is to receive comment and to discuss the levy of an additional millage rate. The date and location of a public meeting at which the Village Council plans to take action on a resolution to adopt the proposed additional millage rate will be announced at the public hearing. Not more than ten days after the public hearing, the Village Council may approve the levy of all or any portion of the proposed additional millage rate. This notice is given by order of the Caledonia Village Council. Dated: June 2, 1994 Jacqueline Cherry Caledonia Village Clerk The Caledonia girls track team finished in second with two first-place and two sec­ ond-place finishes in the 1994 Sate Class B Track Meet. Saturday. Those scores, plus the four other scores for the team landed them in second place behind River Rouge in the fi­ nal tally. Caledonia finished with 48 points, 10 back of River Rouge and 19 points ahead of third-place finisher Hamilton. The 3200-meter relay team of Shannon Houseman. Barb Warner, Sarah Parbel and Karyn Duba set a State Class B record time of 9 minutes, 22.8 seconds to win that event. Duba took an individual state championship medal with a 11:00.1 time in the 3200-meter run. Houseman was second in the event at 11:24.0 and Sarah Regel was seventh at 11:37.9. Duba was runner up in the 1600-meter run at 4:59.0 and Sarah Parbel was fifth at 5:16.5. Barb Warner was fourth and Audrey Warner was eighth in the 800-meter run with times of 2:21.1 and 2:22.4 respectively, in the hotly contested race. More than 125 teams took part in the state meet with the only other local team. Delton, scoring in the top five. Otisville-Lakeview Community was fourth with 24 points and Delton was fifth with 22 points. NOTICE tO THORNAPPLE KELLOGG SCHOOL ELECTORS An accuracy test on the Thornapple Kellogg School election tabulating equipment will be done June 9, 1994 at 12:00 p.m. at the School Admini­ stration Building. This test is on equipment to be used in the Annual School Election, June 13, 1994 and is open to the public. — ANNUAL — SCHOOL ELECTION NOTICE OF ANNUAL ELECTION OF THE ELECTORS OF Thornapple Kellogg School BARRY, ALLEGAN, KENT AND IONIA COUNTIES, MICHIGAN TO BE HELD JUNE 13, 1994 TO THE ELECTORS OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT: Please Take Notice that the annual election of the school district will be held on Monday, June 13, 1994. THE POLLS OF ELECTION WILL OPEN AT 7 O’CLOCK IN THE MORNING AND CLOSE AT 8 O’CLOCK IN THE EVENING. At the annual school election there will be elected two (2) full member(s) to the board of education of the district for full term(s) of four (4) years ending in 1998. THE FOLLOWING PERSONS HAVE BEEN NOMINATED TO FILL SUCH VACANCY(IES): Kim A. Selleck David R. Smith THE VOTING PLACE(S) ARE AS FOLLOWS; PRECINCT NO. 1 Voting Place: Thornapple Kellogg High School, Middleville, Michigan. The first precinct consists of all the territory of the School District, including Precinct #2 of Irving Township, except the Townships of Carlton, Bowne, Campbell and Precinct #1 of Irving Township. PRECINCT NO. 2 Voting Place:Freeport Village Hall, Freeport, Michigan. The second precinct consists of the Townships of Carlton, Bowne, Campbell and Precinct #1 of Irving Township, located within the School District. All school electors who are registered with the city or township clerk of the city or township in which they reside are eligible to vote at this election. This Notice is given by order of the board of education. WANDA HUNT Secretary, Board of Education �Page 22 / The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml I June 7. 1994 Capitol Commentary By Sen. Dick Posthumus Medical Savings accounts a big step forward Without question, one of our nation's greatest debates today is health care. Ever since his early days on the campaign trail, President Clinton has made health care reform his issue-ofchoice. promising to provide all American citizens with com­ prehensive health insurance before his time in the White House is up While his efforts are admirable, many believe the Clinton plan and others like it discourage competition and quality and hike costs to job providers and taxpayers Proposed as a government run system. I would agree wholeheartedly. Here in Michigan, we are making efforts to improve the health care system for our citizens by increasing access, en­ couraging quality and offering alternatives without forcing government intervention. One notable achievement was our passage last year of medical malpractice reform, which makes quality health care more accessible and affordable by keeping capable health care providers in the state Without these reforms, we would have continued to see more than half of our medical school graduates leaving Michigan for states with more affordable malpractice insurance. Last week, the Michigan Senate took another positive step forward by passing legislation calling for the establishment of tax-free medical savings accounts. Passed with strong bipartisan suppod. Senate Bills 926 and House Bill 4878 offer Michigan citizens an option no other American citizens have. While our reforms are a small step, they are an essential step toward applying real market pressures — not simply phony government price controls — on health care costs. According to a recent study, two-thirds of the uninsured have jobs, but their employers are unable to afford health care coverage. Medical savings accounts work by allowing employers and individuals the opportunity to put aside up to $3,000 in flexible, portable accounts, exempt from state taxes. These higher deductible policies could be purchased for thousands of dollars less than traditional health care coverage. This will help make health care more affordable to many unin­ sured citizens, especially with solid tax incentives to back them up Some people believe the heavy hand of government is the on­ ly answer to the obstacles we face with health care. But I believe we must take a careful look at this issue. That means reviewing how health care services are purchased, the way in­ surance companies handle claims and the way doctors receive their pay. Is there a way to improve the process without creating another government bureaucracy? I believe the answer is clearly yes. There are many things in our system that can be fixed. Im­ agine if your car insurance covered routine maintenance items like spark plugs, tail lights and flat tires. Imagine filling out claims for those items and sending the claims to an insurance company. The paperwork alone could cause a car insurance crisis. We face problems with health care for many of the same reasons Dozens of smaller prescriptions now costs more in paperwork than if one party paid directly in cash. Holders of medical savings account would eliminate much of the same paperwork and red tape by paying directly for such services out of the accounts, which they have either saved up or been provided with by their employers. If the cash in the medical savings account is used up, patients would not be left without treatment. When funds are ex­ hausted. the health insurance policy would kick in and begin paying claims. The advantages of the accounts are clear Individuals could cash out the medical savings accounts at years end and receive their award for being smart shoppers or living healthy lifestyle. The accounts would be more portable and break the catastrophic cycle of losing health insurance or being unable to afford an office visit or an x-ray. Most of the national health care plans are awash in top-down government price controls which have never worked in the history of our nation — and won't work now Medical savings accounts are another step in the right direction because they give people the power. Hopefully, this will lead toward the creation of a market-driven system that cuts down on un­ necessary costs. TK JV end season The Middleville junior varsity baseball team finished the season 7-7 overal in the O-K Blue recently. The leading hitters on the team was Kevin Doyle with 27 hits. Ryan Tagged had 19 runs batted in and Justin DeBoodehad 21 stolen bases. Dan Kenyon had the top batting average at .417. DeBoodc had a .384. Marly Bender a .383 and Tagged a .380. Seger to hold summer tennis camp Larry Seger, coach of the Thornapple Kellogg tennis team will be holding tennis camp this summer at the middle school courts. Reservations are a must for the camp as spaces are lim­ ited. The cost is $25. which will include a tee shirt, and lessons. Emphasis will be on fun. sportsmanship and fundamentals. For more information, con­ tact Seger at 795-9159 by June 8. Will the kids be home alone this summer? a piece of tape up to your eyes, dim the lights and try to fill out your taxes. Now you’re seeing things from her point of view. For this woman it’s poor eyesight, for someone else it might be arthritis or maybe they just can’t cope. The fact is, last year 4 million Americans got the help they needed from IRS Volunteer Assistance Programs. If you have the desire to help and a basic aptitude for math, you could become a part of the IRS Volunteer Assistance Programs. The programs are year-round If you have one or more children who will be home on their own this summer, it's important to talk about the summer routine in advance. Put some time aside, for a family discussion of summer policies and routines. Several summer policies can help kids take respon­ sibility for themselves. One deals with what kinds of things the kids will be en­ couraged to do while the adults are away. Use a piece of poster board or flip chart paper and write down ideas of things to do during the day. They might include bike riding, playing basketball, ex­ ercising. writing letters, doing puzzles or playing electronic games, reading or doing crafts. During the summer months, you can post this list as a reminder to kids who can’t find a thing to do. This list is also a reminder for parents. Make sure kids have what they need to be able to do something other than watch TV. Pump up basket­ balls and soccer balls, gather up supplies for crafts, make a trip to the library to borrow books and games, begin look­ ing at garage sales for puzzles or board games. Kids are more likely to try an activity if the materials and supplies are on hand Another list should describe appropriate food: ideas for breakfast, lunches and snacks. This is particularly important if the kids have restricted use of the stove. Try to come up with creative, interesting op­ tions. Having on hand a list of healthy, appropriate snacks may encourage kids to keep their hands out of the cookie jar. This list can be used as a basis for grocery shopping during the summer. Finally, generate a list of summer rules. These need to be posted in a central location Although it is best to keep the list short, it needs to be specific. Guidelines or rules used by some families in­ clude. “Limit all telephone conversations to 10 minutes" and “Friends are not allowed in the house when no adult is home." Even children who are old enough to be on their own for the summer need the supervi­ sion and care of adults. Guidelines and rules are one way to extend care even when adults are not present Other ways include having Mom or Dad leave a daily taperecorded message with in­ structions or information. Parents can also call home at a regular time during the day. Tape notes or reminders where they can be seen throughout the day. You might consider asking an older neighbor or grandparent to telephone on a regular basis. If you have a program­ mable telephone, make sure you have ail emergency numbers in its memory Being on your own doesn’t mean being “home alone.’’ Parents can help children free! safe and cared for even when they can’t be there. and open to any organization, company or individual that would like to give something back to their community. The training is free and the rewards are enriching. So volunteer and please call 1800 829-1040. Volunteer and help make someone's taxes less taxing. Happy 16th! I No lead-footin' it!!! \ June 9 Love, Mom and Dad £ VS �WE ARE THE LARGEST & MOST COMPLETE PRINTING FACILITY IN BARRY COUNTY SPECIALIZING IN MULTI-COLOR AND 4 COLOR PROCESS WORK WHERE NO JOB IS TOO BIGAND NEVER TOO SMALL! • Letterheads • Folders • Business Cards • Books • Annual Reports • Brochures • Flyers • Posters • Political Signs • Rubber Stamps • Balloons • Newsletters • calendars SERVICING KALAMAZOO, GRAND RAPIDS, BATTLE CREEK, LANSING AND THE SURROUNDING AREAS DAILY! 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Deadline is Friday at 4:00 p.m. For Rent BANQUET HALL FOR RENT: Gun Lake. For recep­ tions reunions, meetings. Bar and kitchen facilities avail­ able. Call 672-7110. Garage Sale CAMPAL LAKE first time ever many, many items, refriger­ ator, air conditioner, water pump, weight set, antique pump organ, clothes and misc. June 9th/10th/11th, 9:00-5:00. 8758 Garbow Dr._______________ CHERRY VALLEY STREET SALE between Green Lake Rd and M-37. Wed. andThurs. June 8th and 9th, 9 to 5. Furniture, toys, Home Interiors, Tupper­ ware, and misc. GARAGE SALE June 9th/10lh, 8506 Garbow Dr., Alto. 9am-4pm, baby items, microwave, furniture and more. GARAGE SALE Thurs.-Fri, June, 9th-10th, 9am-5pm, at 7456 Bouman Dr., Middleville, (off Parmalee). Paper back books, vanity, twin beds, exer­ cise bike, Nintendo plus rack and games, stereo, lamps, clothes and misc.__________________ HUGE3 FAMILY garage sale, you won’t want to miss this one! June 9th/10th/11th, Baby furature, kids and adult clothes, Little Tykes Toys and sand castle, house hold items, hunting and fishing accessories and much more. 12414 92nd Sl between M-50 and Tyler Creek Golf Course. TWO FAMILY: Many house­ hold items and furniture, lawn mower and weed whipper, clothes boys to adults. 10790 Hanna Lake, Caledonia, comer of 108th and Hanna Lake. June 9th, 10th, 11 th, from 9-5. For Sale Automotive FOR SALE 92 CHEVY Cl500, 2WD, 57,000 highway miles, with topper and built in seats for the kids. Sharp only SI0,900 call 948-2875 after 6:00pm._____________ ______ For Sale FARO'S BOAT DOCKS now stocking a complete line of Tommy Dock svstem. Durkee Lumber, Allo, 868-6026.__________________ Wanted GYMNASTICS IN MOTION offering pre-school through advanced classes, all ages. Also boys and girls USGF competi­ tion teams. For information call Cathy 795-7620. MOTHER OF TWO OLDER CHILDREN, would enjoy caring for others as well in her home. Caledonia area. 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Business Services PLACE A CLASSIFIED AD in this paper 24 hours a day, 7 days a w eek by calling 948-4450 using a touch tone phone. TRUE VALLE HOMES has 4 gently pre-owned homes listed in Cider Mill Village. Ready for immediately possession. Easy financing available. Call Sandra today al 795-7900 of 531-1400. MIDDLEVILLE’S FINEST 117 West Main, Middleville Farm ASPARAGUS For sale. To order call, 765-3182. Darwin Thompson, 9328 Freeport Avenue. BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment UTILITY COMPANY JOBS S8.25-S15.75 per hour, this area. Men and women needed, no experience necessary. For infor­ mation call 1-219-736-4715, ext. U4317 9am-9pm, 7 days. ITALIAN Help Wanted WANTED: 100 DISTRIBU­ TORS to w ork from home parttime or full-time, unlimited income opportunity. Call (616) 945-5900. PIANO FOR SALE: Wanted, responsible party to take on small monthly payments on console piano. See locally. Call 800-635-7611.______________ READERS: SINCE MANY ADS ARE FROM OUTSIDE THE LOCAL AREA, PLEASE KNOW’ WHAT YOU ARE BUYING BEFORE SENDING MONEY.__________________ OPEN 7 NIGHTS A WEEK In Memoriam IN MEMORY OF DONALD KIMMEY Gone is the face we loved so dear. Silent is the voice we loved to hear, Too far aw ay for sight or speech; But not too far for thought to reach. Sweet to remember him who was here, who, gone away is just as dear. missed by, your family TK Bulletin Board HOMEOWNERS* CASH FAST! *Home and income property* Debt consolidation*Tumed down? problem credit? We can help!*Fast, easy - Call 24 hours. AAA Mortgage & Finance Corp. 1-800-968-2221 Free consultation.___________ June 6-9 — Swimming for Kindergarten and Mrs. Warren’s 1st graders. June 6 — Field Day and Family Picnic for 2nd grade. June 7-8 — 5th Grade Field Days June 7 — Last Donut Day at the M.S.. 50 cents each. June 9 — Field Day and Family Picnic for 3rd grade Page Follies begin about 1:30 in the H.S. Auditorium. M.S. picnic at Gun Lake, bring a lunch, pop in non-breakable containers are OK. tank tops allowed today. June 10 — Last day of school. 9 a.m.-12 p.m Middle School Awards Ceremony in the big gym. 8:15 a m. June 13 — School Board meeting at the H.S. library. 7:30 p.m. Don’t forget to vote! ***** PAINTING by Mike & Rebec­ ca Lydy. Exterior-Interior, refer­ ences. 948-2649. Looking Ahead... June 10-15 — H.S. Band goes to Orlando. Florida July 26-28 — H.S. Band camp goes to Adnan College. POLEBARNS, DESIGNED TO YOUR specifications, free planning and delivery. Do it yourself or builders available. Durkee Lumber, Alto, 868-6026. _________ PORTABLE ALUMINUM W1 I DING large or small jobs, boats and marine equipment welcome. 623-3926 or 721-8702. A.R.S. Manufacturing._____________ TREE TRIMING AND REMOVAL, stump grinding, free estimates, fully insured, we leave your yard clean. B & B Tree Service 795-7575. TRIPLE CHECK TAX AND ACCOUNTING SERVICE. WE OFFER A COMPLETE ACCOUNTING AND TAX SERVICE. 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O O ' I i 7”' lj | | Not valid in conjunction 1/ Willi with ariy any virwzr other coupons Faro « Pizza > | • Caledonia '1 Ph. 891-9287 PICK UP ONLY • READY IN 15 MINUTES AH of our pizzas include our Special Sauce and 100% Mozzarella Cheese 15 Minutes Tate Out or Eat in or Fast Free Delivery Within 5 Miles We Ute Or Own ScecxJ Sauces and m Rea Cheese NO FREE POP with Specials ASK ABOUT OUR SPECIAL OF THE DAY — PARK IN REAR — Located in Middleville on M-37 between Middle Villa & doctors offices. - call Bob at 795-3640 — 9790 CHERRY VALLEY, M-37 - CALEDONIA � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/704/SunandNews_1994-06-14.pdf 9e47dcdc72e4fc9272599f18f9794ab1 PDF Text Text HASTIRGS PmJCMWMf and NeiosSi WST.MGS. 12/30/99 Hastings Public Library F 121 Church Hastings, HI. 49058 Your”Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas No. 20 Middleville, Michigan 49333 124th Year I June 14, 1994 Caledonia man saves G.R. stab victim’s life by Nick Hoffman Cascade Fire Department, so Staff Writer be pulled his car over to see if he could help. As he ap­ A Grand Rapids woman proached the woman, he who was stabbed in Wyoming could see she was covered in Friday night is still alive, blood, he said. thanks to the quick action o( a He said he saw a trail of Caledonia man. blood leading from the store Wyoming City Police said to where he found the woman that the woman, whose age lying on the ground. was not released, had been "There was a lot of people stabbed by her estranged hus­ standing around there, but no­ band. Yong Oh, 45, of body was doing anything." he Wyoming. Oh, reportedly a said. "She was just laying Korean immigrant, is the there bleeding to death." owner of Oh's Tae Kwon Do Dudley went over to the School, located at 2955 S. Di­ woman and examined her vision, near where the woman wound. He found she had a was found, officers said. slash in her neck, and as he Lt. Cindy Kennel! of the probed the wound, air bubbles Wyoming police said Oh's appeared in the blood. 1 le said wife had gone to the school to he found out later the woman pick up their two boys, both had been stabbed. about 10 years old, for week­ The wound had cut the end visitation. Kennell would woman's carotid artery and say only that there was an al­ punctured her windpipe. Dud­ tercation between Oh and his ley said. He said the woman wife while they were in the was having trouble breathing. store, and the woman was "She tried to talk to me but stabbed numerous times. all there was was gurgling, so Stephen Dudley, 42, and his she had blood in her throat wife Shelley, 35, were driving too," Dudley said. "About two on Division Avenue in more minutes and she would Wyoming shortly after 10:30 have been dead." p.m. when they noticed sev­ Dudley used his left hand to eral cars pulled off the road tip the woman's head back one block south of 28th and open her airway. With his .Street. A group of people right hand, he covered the were also standing nearby. gash to control the stream of Dudley said he and his wife blood. thought there had been a traf­ As Dudley was working on fic accident, and when they the woman, one of her sons got closer to the scene, they ran up to Shelley Dudley, could see a woman lying on the ground near the edge of asking if Steve could save his mother. the road. "He asked me. Is she going Dudley, a retired General to live? And I said, 'Well, Motors employee, had served she's in God's hands now,’" five years as an emergency medical technician with the Shelley said. Shortly after the Dudleys arrived on the scene. Oh came out of his store and locked the front door, Shelley said. She said that when Oh appeared, the boy talking to her began screaming. The Dudleys said they did not realize until that moment who had stabbed the woman. Shelley said she locked the boy in her car to protect him and stayed with him until the police arrived, arrested Oh and began taking statements. The boy then went with an­ other woman who had been watching his brother during the incident, she said. The police calmed everyone down when they arrived, Shelley said. She said one of the officers said that Steve probably saved the woman's life. "The police said it was a judgment call on Steve's part and most people would not have helped at all," Shelley said. The woman was taken by ambulance to an area hospital where she has been upgraded from critical to fair condition, police said. Police reportedly asked that the name of the hospital where the woman is being treated not be released for her safety. Kennell said Oh was ar­ raigned Monday on a charge of assault with the intent to commit great bodily harm less than murder. A preliminary exam is scheduled for Wednesday, she said. Governor Engler will visit Middleville by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Michigan Governor John Engler will visit the Mid­ dleville Rotary Club meeting Tuesday. June 14. The governor’s visit to the Middle Villa for a 12:15 p.m. meeting came as a surprise to Rotary President Louis Shoemaker when he got word on Wednesday Though there is already another program planned on ‘ Investments in the Nation of Russia.’’ Shoemaker expects that the governor also will speak “We really expect a crowd." he said, “even with such short notice " The Middleville Club is in­ viting any Hastings Rotarians to join them on Tuesday Shoemaker also expects that other local, government of­ ficials w ill be in attendance A press release issued from Governor John Engler the governor s office said that the Barry County v isit w ill be his fourth, part of fulfilling his pledge to visit each of Michigan's 83 counties every year. Engler met with the public at the County Seat Restaurant in Hastings, toured the Brad­ ford White Company m Mid­ dleville. met with the public at Nashville Village Hall and stopped by the Catholic Parish House in Nashs die during his 1991 visit During his 1992 visit to Barry County. he look part in a student assembly at the Heritage Hills Bible School in Assyria, and met with the public at the Heritage Hills Baptist Church in Assy ria and at the Delton Vilalge and Barry Township Hall in Delton The governor loured Flexfab Horizons international in Hastings and met with the public at the Immanual Episcopal Church m Hastings in 1993 Graduating seniors enjoy ice cream socializing Graduation...it's so eagerly anticipated that seniors forget it also means a par­ ting with lifelong friends as students go their separate ways. These Caledonia High School senior girls enjoy just one more silly time together during the tradi­ tional senior ice cream social held on their last day of school. See inside for a story and pictures of CHS Commencement. Middleville hires full-time planner by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Jason Cherry has been hired as full-time planner and zon­ ing enforcement officer for the village of Middleville. Cherry, whose first day on the job was Monday, June 13, was hired to fill the vacancy created earlier this spring when Mark VanderPloeg left to take a full-time position with Caledonia. VanderPloeg had been part time and mainly handled plan­ ning only. The full-time position filled by Cherry also includes zon­ ing enforcement, something that the Planning Commission and Village Council felt was greatly needed. Village Manager Ev Man shum said that of the five ap pheants who were interview ed, two were considered seriously for the job. Cherry’s years of planning experience earned him the position, according to Manshum. The manager offered the position to Cherry at an an nual salary of $26,(MX) in con sultation with the personnel committee of the council. Cherry has worked in some aspect of planning and zoning shkc 1979. Most recently, he was Jason Cherry See ‘ Planner' on page 2 Interviews set for TK supt. finalists by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The Thomapple Kellogg School Board has set up first interviews with the top six candidates for superintendent. The top contenders who were chosen by the board from 60 applicants include Jay Scott Casor. Grand Haven High School Principal: James R. Gillette, superintendent at Meridian Public Schools in Sandford. Mich.. Ronald D Kelton, superintendent of the Cheyenne County School District in Kit Carson. Colo.: Michael J. Manor, superintendent of Pinconning Area Schools in Pinconning. Mich.: Thomas J. Pelon. superintendent of Farwell Area Schools in Farwell. Mich.; and D William Wheetley. superintendent of the .Middletown Schools m Middletown. R.L The interviews are schedul­ ed for tonight. Friday night and Saturday morning The two candidates to be in­ terviewed tonight are Pelon from 6 to 7:30 p.m. and Kelton from 8 to 9:30 p.m. On Friday. June 17, Gillette is scheduled at 6-7:30 p.m. and Cason at 8-9:30 p.m. Wheetley will be interview­ ed for 9 to 10:30 a m. and Manor is scheduled for 11 a m to 12:30 p.m Ail of the interviews will be held at the high school library. according to Board of Educa­ tion President Jan Siebesma. “We definitely want the public to attend these inter­ views." said Siebesma. “The public will be invited to fill out a sheet that we’ll provide for each of the candidates they hear.” She said that each sheet See ‘Interviews' on page 2 In This Issue.... • Yankee Springs Board approves 315,760 budget • Middleville planners OK Geuke’s project • CHS presents diplomas to 156 at annual commencement • TK grad takes part in rescue of ship near Egypt �Page 2 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / June 14. 1994 Yankee Springs board approves $315,760 budget by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The Yankee Springs Township Board approved a $315,760 budget at a meeting last Thursday after holding the required public hearing This budget which goes into effect July 1 and expires June 30, 1995, does include salary raises for the top township officials. The public hearing lasted only 18 minutes with ques­ tions being asked mainly to clarify. There was one exception when Yankee Springs Awareness Committee Presi­ dent Sandy O’Dell said that he felt the supervisor should be paid as much as the treasurer and clerk. He pointed out that he felt the supervisor worked just as hard and deserved the equal pay The new budget called for both Treasurer Bob Herold and Clerk Harvey VanderBec to earn an annual salary of $13,500 Supervisor George Lon­ don's new salary was budgeted at $13,000. Another person in the au­ dience agreed with O'Dell Once the hearing was clos­ ed. the board made the change in the supervisor's salary and then approved the budget as projected. “The adoption of this year's budget was much easier than last year because the board is much more ex­ perienced," said London. "We prepared earlier and consulted with groups like YSAC during that preparation.” Final salaries for township officials for the new year in­ clude $13,500 for Supervisor George I>ondon. who last year earned $10,320. Treasurer Bob Herold, who will also earn $13,500. was increased from $12,000 Clerk Harvey VanderBee received an increase from $11,800 to $13,500. Most of the other salaries remained nearly the same with trustees earning $1,500 an­ nual!). Board of Review members getting $60 per day; Planning Commission members. Zoning Board of Appeals and constable receiv­ ing $40 per meeting; Planning Commission chairman and secretary receive $60 per meeting. Others earn $7 per hour. Treasurer Herold reported that thanks to an additional $20,000 in revenue that was not planned for. the township is projecting a balanced budget for the upcoming year. Also, in preparation for the new fiscal year, the board members approved their regular meeting date as the se­ cond Thursday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at the township hall. The meeting dates are July 14. Aug. 11. Sept. 8. Oct. 13. Nov. 10. and Dec. 8. 1994; and Jan. 12. Feb. 9. March 9. April 13. May 11. and June 8. 1995 Planning Commission Middleville planners OK Geukes project by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The Middleville Planning and Zoning Commission last week gave the go-ahead to Don Geukes on his project to cover all of the existing pens at Geukes Meat Market Geukes presented his pro­ posal at last Tuesday’s meeting of the group. The addition of a three sided, enclosed building will cover the pens where livestock is kept until being slaughtered and the dock area. The new building, which would be 28 by 60 feet, would “help keep the pens drier, particularly in the winter,’’ Geukes said. Planners noted that the pro­ perty is currently commercial and that there are no nearby neighbors that would be af­ fected by the new building They also determined that the site meant any other necessary requirements The five members of the commission in attendance voted unanimously for approval. Geukes also indicated that he is considering the possibili­ ty of additional buildings at a later date. Planners also discussed a request made by Cappon’s to put in a larger sign at its Mid­ dleville location on the comer of M-37 and Green. However, the submitted re­ quest for a 32-foot high sign with a total of 160 square feet of signage was not in accor­ dance with the Middleville sign ordinance. The current ordinance allows for signs up to 25 feet tall in a commercial district with each sign being no more than 64 square feet in area. A business may only have one free standing sign and others may be included in windows and outside of the building. The total area is not to ex­ ceed 150 square feet The planners agreed to have Chairman Eldon Newmyer send a letter back, explaining the ordinance and guidelines. It was reported that the Site Plan Reviewing Committee had reviewed the Dan Valley Excavating site plan that is be­ ing constructed in the Mid­ dleville Industrial Park. The plan met all re­ quirements for approval. Yankee Springs Township Clerk Harvey VanderBee jokes with Karen Tucker, deputy clerk. Tucker will leaving the position soon due to a family move. meetings will be held on the third Thursday of the month at 7:30 p.m. Planning meetings are set for July 21. Aug. 18, Sept. 15. Oct. 20. Nov. 17. and Dec. 15. 1994; and Jan. 19. Feb. 16. March 16, April 20. May 18. and June 15. 1995. In other business last week, the Township Board: — Approved two rezoning recommendations from the planning commission for Julia Wolowicz property at 11525 Cobb Lake Road from agricultural to low density residential, and for a preliminary plat presented by Jay VandenBerg. — Tabled a rezoning re­ quest from Gary Gravelyn to rezone his property at 12480 Oakwood Shores from agricultural to low-density residential. — Approved an arrange­ ment with David Klein, the township asessor, to allow him to work one day in the of­ fice and at home on the other to put township files into his computer for updating — Received word that the Powers lawsuit was dropped by the judge. However, a suit filed by Terri Duff, claiming neglience on the part of the township and assessor with the building of a retaining wall was not dropped — Was informed that the leak in the water system had been found and repaired. Gallons used for last month were just a little more than half of the previous month. — Heard short presenta­ tions by Terry Geiger who is running for the 87th District seat in the State House, and by State Senator JoAnne Emmons — Publicly thanked Deputy Treasurer Karen Tucker, who is resigning from her por.ition after two years because she is moving to Berrien Springs — OK’d the cost for both the treasurer and the clerk to attend a workshop on im­ plementation of Proposal A. The workshop will be in August on Mackinac Island at a cost of $95 per person plus housing. Interviews continued from page 1-----------------must be signed if it is to be considered by the board. ‘‘We’re not looking for recommendations on who to hire,’’ she said. ‘‘We want to know what people feel the candidates’ strong and weak points may be.’’ There also will be some time scheduled during the in­ terviews for the public to ask questions of the candidates. Each 90-minute interview will allow for 70 minutes of board time. 10 minutes for the candidate to ask the board questions, and 10 minutes of time for public questions of the candidates. The board has been working with a consultant from the Michigan Association of School Boards in this search. There are legal boundaries they must follow during the process. They have even held a prac­ tice interview in preparation for the actual interviewing. As the board members question each candidate, they must take care to ask all of the same questions in the same order, said Siebesma. Areas that the six candidates will ask about include educa tional background and employment experience, cur­ riculum development, school improvement process, budget development, site-based management, selection of staff, staff development, col lective bargaining, decision making, strategic planning, communications, and board superintendent roles and responsibilities Siebesma said that after the board narrows down the Field, second interviews will be set. If necessary, there will be a visitation team to go to that candidates present district. ‘ It would be ideal if we could finish this process before the change in the board." said Siebesma ‘‘Completing our superintendent search is definitely a board priority*’’ Planner continued from page 1---------------- -------employed by East Lansing as a planner, from 1987 to 1993. When the city made a budget cut. Cherry’s position was eliminated. Prior to that he was a zoning administrator for Bath Charter Township, transportation analyst for Clinton County, and a land use planning con­ sultant for Hawes Township. Cherry holds a master of ur­ ban planning degree from Michigan State University as well as a bachelor’s degree in natural resource development, also from MSU. "East Lansing was part of a larger metro area that has just about filled up its raw land." said Cherry "It will be interesting to work in Middleville since it is in the infancy stage as part of the Grand Rapids fringe And we can't stop that growth "Pan of my challenge will be to help Middleville direct that growth into an ap propnate plan that has a lasting quality impact on the village." he added. Cherry’s first objective is to familiarize himself with the many aspects of the village planning and zoning to deter­ mine particular areas of need. "We are looking forward to having Jason join the Mid dleville administrative team,” said Manshum "We feel cer­ tain that he will help us move in the right direction.” STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY Call us fora quote for all of your insurance needs. • Auto • Life • Health • Home • Business • Investment Caledonia Village Centre 9365 Cherry Valley Avenue Caledonia, Ml 49316 k 891-9294 > �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I June 14, 1994 / Page 3 Smiths to celebrate 50th anniversary Arthur D. and Leona J. Smith will celebrate 50 years of marriage on June 16, 1994. An open house will be held at the Middle Villa Inn, on Saturday, the 25th of June, 1994, from 2:00-5:00 p.m. Your presence and/or card will be a memorable gift to them on their special day. Signs are ready for Middleville Community Garage Sale The big annual Middleville community garage sale scheduled for July 15 and 16 is getting closer, and the signs that announce where sales will be held arc now ready The cost for the signs is $4. but there is no profit from the sales, as the money goes to cover the cost of printing signs and advertising. Also, when a homeowner buys a sign, the location of their sale is put on a map being printed that shows all of the tire garage sales in the Middleville area. The signs can be picked up al Crystal Flash, Lon Lefanty's State Farm Insurance office, the Middleville branch of the State Bank of Caledonia, Pastoor's Family Market, the Middleville branch of Hastings City Bank, and ;Cappon's Quick Mart. Look for more Hoekstra rep. to visit here A representative from Se­ cond District Congressman Peter Hoekstra’s office will be al the Thornapple Township Hall. 200 E. Main St. in Mid dleville. from noon to 2 p.m. Thursday. June 16. A congressional staff member is available on the third Thursday afternoon of each month to talk with local constituents about problems and issues. The Second Congressional District in Barry County in­ cludes Thomapple. Yankee Springs. Orangeville, Prairieville and Barry townships and the lower third of Hope Township. For more information, call Hoekstra's Holland office at (616) 395-0030 announcements about the events and activities that will be taking place during the two days of sales. For more information, call Marge Loew at 945-5779. Dawsons to observe 60th anniversary Five Generations Celebrating five generations are (left to right, back row) Doyt Hurless (great-grandpa), Sharie Elliott (grandma), Suzanne Elliott (mother); (front row), Hazel Hurless (great-great-grandma) and Nathan Elliott (baby). All are from Hastings. Mr. and Mrs. Lester Dawson of Clarksville will be celebrating 60 years of marriage June 21. 1994. They will celebrate with a get-together with their children: Bernard and Gale Dawson from London. England. Rod and Virginia Fuller (Ionia), Fred and Pat Dawson (Wacousta), Ken and Diane Dawson (Alto), Norm and Donna Dawson (Dalzell, N.C.), and Marvin and Liz Blough (Clarksville). They have 24 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren. Rezoning request gets commission nod Caledonia Twp. Planning Commission approves special use by Barbara Gall Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Planning Commission June 6 approved a special land use permit for an oversized pole barn Jerald Pell. 8553 Vincent, asked for the special use per­ mit to allow construction of a 40-ft. by 50-ft. pole barn, which would exceed the 1,200 square-foot maximum in the township zoning ordinance. Pell said he is building a new home at the site, and needs the larger bam to store his recreational vehicles. The building would not be used for any commercial ac­ tivity. he said. Township Planner Mark VanderPloeg noted that Pell plans to use a row of trees on the property to screen the new barn from the view of neighbors, and that he will coordinate the barn’s color and roof with the home. He said the building meets all ordinance requirements ex­ cept for size, and the bam will not be visible from the road. Pell said he is not building a separate drive from the road to the bam. No one voiced comment at a public hearing on the request, and the commission unanimously approved the special use with Commis­ sioners Dick Dunn. Jim Newhof and Jim Williams not present In a separate action, the commission also recommend­ ed for township board ap­ proval a rezoning request sub­ mitted by Janie S. Wrersum. 8555 76th Street Wrersum asked that his IO acre parcel be rezoned to rural residential from its pre­ sent R-l single-family zoning because he wishes to keep horses on the property. The R-l district prohibits farm animals. VanderPloeg said the appli­ cant understands that in “down zoning” he is zoning away possible development rights. Wiersum told the commis­ sion that if the rezoning is ap­ proved. he wants to build a bam with an indoor arena so he can train his horses yearround. Permission to build that facility, however, would re­ quire a separate application to the Planning Commission. VanderPloeg said he had received a phone call about the rezoning, but the neighbor's concerns were answered. There was no other com­ ment from the public, and the Commission unanimously recommended Township Board approval of the rezoning request. In other business, the Com­ mission approved an entry sign for the Country View Estates residential planned »»»? Ready for the | next inning... J Congratulations S Adam | Mom & Dad unit development at 60th and Buttrick. VanderPloeg reported that the proposed sign meets all or­ dinance requirements except that the plan did not show a re­ quired 25-foot setback from the road. However, the developer has said he will meet the requirement. VanderPloeg added The commission approved the plan with the condition that the setback requirement be met. The commission continued its discussion of an amended Home Occupation Ordinance, but t<x>k no action. World-Wide Credit With a Hometown Number! Your "Hometown" Visa and MasterCard is issued and handled directly by us. No waiting around. If you have a question, we're here to answer it. If you need a cash advance, we'll take care of it. And best of all, you'll be dealing with a bank you know and trust. Hometown professionals who believe in working together to build a stronger community. Over the years your needs have changed. And we've grown to help meet those needs. We're proud to offer Visa and MasterCard as part of a continuing program designed to meet your growing finan­ cial needs. To apply for your hometown Visa or MasterCard, stop by and visit us today. Or, if you already own a Visa or MasterCard, find out how simple it is to place a hometown number on it. Qtate "Sank 627 MAIN ST. CALEDONIA 3205 68TH ST., S.E. DUTTON 303 ARLINGTON MIDDLEVILLE 891-8113 698-6337 795-3361 Al FDONJIA AU3Locauont°^nAao* MLLUVIIIAA Monday thru Friday and HI Noon on Saturday �Page 4 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I June 14. 1994 Neigh b ors with... NORMA Good morning everyone What a beautiful week we have had. It being so dry . we had to sprinkle the flowers and strawberries. Johnny says that the forst got a lot of the plants, and the dryness harm­ ed the rest. Greta Greiner attended her grandson s graduation and open house, one on each Sunday. Rose and Ken Morgan spent two weeks camping at In­ terlochen They had very good weather and a relaxed time. They will go next to the Lake Superior region. They saw quite a bit of his family VELDERMAN while there. Russ Bender said that daughter Beverly will be com­ ing soon and warned him to get rested so they can have a wonderful time while she is here. So laughingly. Russ said that he had gotten orders from headquarters, he had better do just that Jerry Spencer and daughter Carol went to the Michigan Botanical Gardens Benefit Jerry told me about the Frederick Meijer Fund, which allots different forms of gardens. They are planning quite a huge tract of land for all types of gardens, wet lands, dry lands and wild flower areas It is going to be one of a kind in Michigan. I’d love to see it when it is done. Jerry and Carol also attended the wildflower event at the wildflower farm Edith Miller attended her grandson s graduation and then his open house. Elaine Northrop said that she had a lot of family members at their place. They are planning the Bowman side of the family reunion, which is different than they usually do. so the planners met at their home on Sunday. Lois Bender asked me where Johnny had served dur­ ing World War II He was gone for three and one-half years. He started in the inva­ sion of Africa and then went to Anzio. That was where they were pinned down to a very short beach area and they were pounded heavily by the German planes, but he surviv­ ed without any injuries. After he left (we had just been mar­ ried). I went into the Navy. Got my boot training in the Bronx, went on to Atlanta. Ga . for my link trainer train­ ing and was in two years. Then when Johnny was in the first group of Army discharges coming hime. I was able to get discharged, and we came home to Grand Rapids. He got a job as a diesel mechanic and worked for Capital Trunk lines until we bought our farm on Cherry Valley, starting with beef first, so we could get into dairy cows later. Betty Bender said that her grandson and granddaughter went to her grandchild's graduation at Oakland Univer­ sity and stayed for a couple of days. Mae Bowerman said that all her strawberries were frosted or burned up from lack of rain. Neva Kenyon said she is working like crazy to get everything all done before school is out. She is training the new gal to take over. Last week. Donna Kenyon said she went to Uncle Ralph's for visiting hours and when she got home, her nephew called. He had been trying to get her. as her sister had suddenly died What a shock for Donna This was her sister who always came for a w hile every summer and they had had such a relaxed and wonderful visit each year. But. as Donna said, it was good that she went quickly even though it was unex­ pected. It is harder on the sur­ vivors. but I think that most of us want to go that way Neva Kenyon said that daughter Gayle and David had them over for Bill's birthday. We saw both Bill and Neva Kenyon, and they both looked so nice. Gert Kenyon said that she is out planting her flowers and enjoy ing her new gazebo. Florence Fiala and a van load of Hastings retired teachers went to Lansing for a meeting and had a good time last Thursday . She also at­ tended graduation and a soc­ cer game over the weekend Katie Wierenga and Phyllis Everett Kietzman went over to Charlotte to attend her niece's graduation and open house. Lucille Getty'said that her sister, Velma Steeby has come north for the summer Son Linden flew down and drove her back up. She is stay ing with Linden for a few days and then some time with Lucille before she goes up to the cottage. See Neighbors' on page 5 LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church Serving a Living Lord SUNDAY....... 9 45 a m . 11 00 a m 4 600pm WEDNESDAY............................ Family Fellowship Prayer & Bible Study 7:00 p.m. 7240 68th Street, SE — Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor. Rev. Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor, Darrel L. Schrock Music, Jeffery C. Vander Heide CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH A church with a caring heart for our community and the world” Sunday Services....... 9:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. M-37 at 100th St., Caledonia, Ml Church Office: (616) 891-1512 Rev. Gerald Van Oyen Al Tiemeyer Community Calling FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville Bruce N. Stewart, Pastor Lee Taylor, Assistant Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer Word of Life Clubs WELCOME TO Gaines United Brethren Church Kalamazoo Avenue at 92nd Street Caledonia. Michigan Telephone 698-8252 Pastor Mark Beers | ■ -'WT-Mr T ' Pastor Scott Taylor Reaching People With Christ 8:30 am to 9:30 am — First Worship Service 9:30 am to 9:45 am — Coffee Fellowship 9:45 am to 10:45 am — Sunday School 10:45 am to 11:00 am — Coffee Fellowship 11:00 am to 12:00 — Second Worship Service Nursery and Childrens Church will be provided during both services. "Set an example In speech, in Ute, in love, in faith and in purity " 1 Timothy 4:12 CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH ’ --- -w. - Mpy I Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass.......................... 5 00 p m Sunday Mass.................... 9:00a.m. & 11 00 a m KETTLE LAKE INDEPENDENT REFORMED Proclaiming the Histone Reformed Faith. Services at 9:30 a m. and 6:00 p.m. Worshipping at Kettle Lake School on Whitneyville Rd South of 68th Street CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST Peace Reformed Church Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Sunday Worship Services...... 8:30 or 11:00,6:00 Cornerstone Wesleyan Church Evening Worship .................... 600 p.m. Pastor Jeffrey Lee Phone 795-7076 Barner Free • M-37 between Caledonia &. Middleville Sunday Morning Worship (Interpreted for hearing impaired)........................ 9:30a.m. Sunday School.......................................................... 11:10a.m. Sunday Evening Service.............................................6:30p.m. Pioneer Club (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday..................... 6:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting - Wednesday........................... 7:00 p.m. Youth fellowship - Sunday.............................5:00 p.m. RAY TOWNSEND. Pastor TIM DOUBLESTEIN. Youth Director Children s Church/Youth Worship during morning services. Caraway S( puppet ministry lor K4th during evening services Sunday School.................................... 9:45-10:45 Wednesday Night “Family Night”...... 6:45-8:15 Includes Adventure Club. Choirs for Children and Adults, High School Youth Group and Adult Classes For information call: 891-81 19 891-8028 St. Paul Lutheran Kraft Ave. & 84th St , Caledonia Mi (Missouri Synod) "Be devoted to one another in 708 West Main Street brotherly love. '' Rom. 12:10 First Service..................................... 8:30 a.m. Morning Worship Service............. 10:00 a m. Sunday School................................ 9 45 a.m. Sunday School................................ 11:15 am (Fellowship Coffee 9:45 a m to 10:00 a m.) Evening Worship Service........................ 6:00p.m Bible Classes.................................. 10 00 am Second Service.............................. 11.00 a.m. YOU ABE INVITED (All Services have a Nursery available) Rev. Robert Gerke Rev Roger Timmerman. Pastor 795-3667 Office: 891-8688 Church: 891 -9878 111 Church Street Church School............................. 9:30a.m. Choir Practice .................... 9:30 a.m. Meeting at the Comer of Worship Service......................... 10:30a.m. Wood School Rd. and Wing Rd. Services — 250 Vine Street Sunday School ................. ...lO^X) am Church Office 891-8669 Morning Worship...................... 11 00 a.m. Parsonage 891-8167 Rev. Bobby Dale Whitlock LEIGHTON UNITED METHODIST 8546 Whitneyville Ave at 84th St •891-8661 Cares for You” 'Str’' Rev. Bernard Mulder, Pastor 868-6306 MIDDLEVILLE and PARMELEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES “God i til Sunday School........................................ 9:30a.m. Sun. Morning Worship..............10:30 a.m Evening Service..................................... 6:00p.m. WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 'The Church where everybody s somebody... and Jesus Christ ts lord" Sunday School.................... ....... .......... 9 30 a.m Sunday Morning Worshc....................1030 am. Sunday Evenmg Worsho........................6 00 p.m. Wea Midwee* Prayer i Bore Snxjy 7-00 p m 3* MWamDaxor Steve Joatscr kour Party/Ufee Looney. Ml®c Or --4* CHRISTIAN REFORMED 6201 Whitneyville Avenue MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Rev. James Cusack 9:45a.m. 11:00 a.m. 6:00p.m. 6:45p.m. 6:45p.m. LAKESIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH -T 12200 Chief Noonday Road (at Gun l^key Wayland. Michigan 4934M • 795-7903 Barrier Free / Programs for All Ages i Parmelee Morning Worship.......... 9.30 a.m. Miaaieville Sunday School........... 9 45 a m. Middleville Worship...... ............. 11 00 a m Sunday Worship 10:00 am .Jg. Sunday School 1115am Wednesday Rev. Lynn Wagner — 795-3798 Rev. Carroll Fowler — 765-5316 Church Office Phone — 795-9266 (Eljc (Old kittle rtljndist (Church 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto. Michigan 49302 f amily Night" rrijtm - 'Lt ,'t A 6 ,XJ p m ’Mt*!, The Reorganized CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST of Latter Day Saints Sunday School.............................10:00a.m. 8146 6Mth St near Whitneyville Ave. Morning Worship.............. 11:00 a m Church School. 10:00 a.m. Evening Worship.......................... 6:00p.m rytjAl <2- Sunday Morning Worship 11 00 a tn. Wednesday Prayer Meeting/ o aoAjH-I’® Evening Worship .. 6 00 p.m Children's Classes..........7.00 p.m. Wed Fellowship.......... 7 30 p.m. Royle Bailard, Pastor - 868-6437 - (m homes or church) call Pastor Lloyd DeVormer Sr. 897-7407 �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml I June 14. 1994 / Page 5 Paulo Sweeney, a Thornoppie Kellogg High School freshman, can hardly wait until she leaves for Burbonk, Calif., on a trip she won through "tell’ magazine. TK freshman wins California trip by Margaret Fow ler Staff Writer If anyone had happened by in 14-year-old Paula Sweeney’s window on the Monday of spring break, they might have wondered if she had taken leave of her senses. When Paula answered the phone, she started jumping up and down and screaming. What kind of phone call could produce that reaction? Paula had entered an essay contest sponsored by "Tell" magazine. Each entrant was to write and submit an original essay about why they loved the television show Saved by the Hell The New Class. The news that Paula receiv­ ed during that phone conver sat ion was that out of about 10,000 entries, her essay won. Now. there is more involv­ ed in this deal than the .recognition of winning and having her name and essay published in the magazine. The big prize was an allexpense paid, three-day trip for two to Burbank. Calif. Because Paula is a minor, one of her parents has to go with her. So. her mom. Becky, is going. They will fly out of Grand Rapids on Thursday, June 16. Paula's friends at Thornap­ ple Kellogg High School didn’t believe her until the next issue of the magazine came out w ith her listed as the winner. Then comes the real fun. Paula gets to have lunch with the cast, read through a script with them, and when taping the show, she’ll be in BINGO American Legion Poet *305 9548 Cherry Valley. Caledonia • THURSDAY • Early Bird — 6:30 p.m. the episode as a walk-on She expects that the episode she is in will be aired this fall. “I'm excited about it. but. right now my mom is really more psyched than 1 am.” Paula laughed. She'll also receive $200 spending money as part of the prize. Paula loves to write and thinks she may pursue a career as a novelist. Winning this contest has been a real encouragement to her “It’s nice when something positive happens that help show you that you really do have talent." she said McFall librarian honored Voni Lucas (left), McFall librarian and active volunteer in the Thornop pie Kellogg Schools was honored by the Parents and Educators in Partnership group for all her years of work and dedication. McFall PET President Roni Bobitz presented her with a certificate of appreciation and a gift certificate for dinner at the County Seat. Two Caledonia teachers win Sci-Mat fellowships John B V a nOrma n and Stanley W Spencer, both of Caledonia, are two of 102 science and mathematics teachers from across the U.S. who have been named by the Council for Basic Education as Sci-Mat Fellows for In­ dependent Study in the Humanities. The program this year is awarding $252,000 in fellowships to teachers from 29 states. Fifty teams of two secon­ dary level teaches, one on the sciences and one in the humanities, will receive grants of $4,900 to conduct a team project of independent study for six weeks during the summer, to pursue topics of their choice that link the sciences and the humanities. VanOrman and Spencer teach science. English and history at Caledonia Senior High School. Their topic will be “Bridging the gap between nature and culture: The ecology and history of Michigan’s Grand River basin.” The team awards includes $2,300 for each teacher and $300 for the purchase of related books and materials for the fellows’ school library. Fellows were selected competitively, based on pro posed study plans and evidence of teaching Congratulations, Graduate! Your community is very proud of you and your accomplishments. We wish you continued success and happiness. Ue care about you. Sincerely, Mothers Against Drunk Driving Barry County Chapter excellence. The Sci-Mat program is entering its fourth year, fund­ ed by the National Science Foundation (NSF), the Sega Youth Education and Health Foundation (Sega) and the Ar­ thur D. Little Companies. Ar­ thur D. Little has identified two fellows as Arthur D. Lit­ tle Fellows, and Sega has identified 33 fellows as Sega Fellows. Believing that educa­ tion is critical in preparing children and youth to be leaders in the 21st century, Sega supports programs that will improve education through the delivery of direct services and systemic change. According to NSF Project Officer Joseph Stewart. “The Sci-Mat Fellowships have a direct impact on schools. By inviting teams to participate, there is a greater chance of developing the collegiality between teachers necessary to implement new ideas. " President A. Graham Down of CBE said. "Our fellowship programs are so significant because they refresh the life of the mind and spirit in a way rarely provided to teachers. The Sci-Mat Fellowships pro­ vide an extraordinary oppor­ tunity for teachers to ex­ perience intellectual renewal." Elsa M. Little, project director, concurred, "As the program evaluators have found, CBE’s role in the SciMat program is that of venture capitalist, providing seed money to ideas which can and do enable students to use and appreciate mathematics and science in ways not otherwise supported or encouraged in our nation's schools." Founded in 1956, the Coun­ cil for Basic Education is to independent, non-profit education association whose mission is to promote a com­ prehensive education in the basic subjects for all students at the pre-college level. Applications for the 1995 Sci-Mat Fellowship program may be obtained in August 1994 by writing to: Sci-Mat Fellowships, Council for Basic Education, 1319 F Street. NW. Washington DC 20004. Peace Reformed Church’s first pastor to return The Rev. Wayne Kiel, who the first pastor of Peace Reformed Church, will be its guest minister of the day Sun­ day. June 19. Rev Kiel served Peace Reformed from us first ser­ vice on June 13, 1965. until April 1989 He then served the First Reformed Church of South Holland. Ill Kiel recently returned to his home on Gu? Lake following retirement. All friends, members and guests are welcome to wor­ ship at Peace June 19. Ser­ vices are at 8:30 and 11 a m. and at 6 p.m. There will be a fellowship lime between morning ser­ vices in the gym. Everyone is invited. Neighbors continued from page 4 Bessie Nelson wid that they went io daughter Dorothy's for a few days Doug and Liz Han went Saturday to one of his Mex­ ican helpers' graduation. He was so proud of her joy in graduating. His summer work with migrant children is so rewarding Doug Han said that Grandma Hart was OK. They had a large family birth­ day party for her at St. Rose's with 60 family members I SORE FEET / ANKLES? | Assignment Accepted! 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Noting the restructuring the school had undertaken, she reminded her classmates that they had been part of the school's change from a tradi­ tional program to one that in- eluded such new efforts as block classes (macros), in­ tegrated learning and requir mg student portfolios and senior exhibitions. She also compared the 1994 graduation to that first one of 100 years ago. when only four students received a diploma "That would have made getting to all your friends' open houses a lot easier." she added She also extended the class' best wishes to retiring Superintendent Robert Myers, who was the honored speaker for the evening He extended his thanks to the parents, the community and the school board for pro­ viding Caledonia students the staff and the facilities to allow educators to teach students how to use their minds and in­ formation well. He told the audience that this class is the school's bestprepared group so far to enter Caledonia School Board members, Superintendent Robert Myers and Principal Tonya Porter join in singing the National Anthem as the 1994 CHS Commencement ceremony begins. the worlds of work and higher education. Graduating senior Brent Boncher. the outgoing presi­ dent of the CHS Student Con­ gress. gave the class address. He also touched on high school memories and offered warm tributes to Oliver DeBoer and Vito Lombardo, classmates who had died dur­ ing their high school years. He noted that most of the class wore special purple and gold ribbons in their memory. He said that their losses had taught him how short life and how quickly it can be taken away. He said DeBoer’s death also had taught him the importance of being more friendly and helpful to everyone, while Lombardo’s death had brought home to him the terri­ ble consequences that drink­ ing and driving can incur. Lombardo died in an auto accident in which the other driver has been accused ot driving while drunk. A highlight of the evening was a senior video produced ?y the CHS television producion class, and displayed on wo big screens that allowed he whole audience to sec not inly the video, but also a closeup view of the entire commencement ceremony The Choralaircs. a select CHS vocal ensemble, provid ed two songs, and Salutatorian Jenelle Douglas offered both the invocation and the benediction for the evening After greeting family and See •Commencement' on page 7 ti Robert I. Myers, retiring Caledonia Superintendent of Schools, was the featured speaker in the Com­ mencement ceremony. i Bill Cook, Republican Sara Poll, president and valedictorian of the Class of 1994, presents the valedictory address. Twice elected Mayor, City of Hastings In that time. Bill Cook, working with local, county, and state law enforcement officials pioneered the most successful anti-crime effort Michigan has ever seen Jenelle Douglas invocation. STAY STRONG VOTE COOK ON AUG. 2 Caledonia School Board Trustee Fred Boncher and son Brent shared a special moment and proud smiles when the senior Boncher got to present Brent with his diploma. Paid for by Cook for Representative Committee. 203 E. State St.. Hastings, Ml 49058 •aJM* 9atlof 3lce (Cream £>fjoppe • Cones • Sundaes • Shakes • Malts • Floats OPEN Monday-Saturday Noon to 10 p.m.; Sunday 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. 795-4215 • Stop and see - your choice is clear. Richard J. Choryan, O.D. Brent Boncher, outgoing president of the CHS Stu­ dent Congress, presents the closs address. DOCTOR OF OPTOMETRY 133 E Main St., Caledonia Ml 891-9224 Action Electronics WE REPAIR ... VCR’s, TVs, Computers, Video Games, Home Stereo Systems, and Turntables. — FREE ESTIMATES — 9807 Cherry Valley, Caledonia 891-0483 115 E. Main, Middleville HOURS; 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday thru Friday �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I June 14, 1994 / Page 7 Caledonia Community Education graduates 25 by Barbara Gall Staff Writer In a May 31 ceremony, the Caledonia Community Educa­ tion staff presented diplomas to 25 adult education graduates. Deputy Superintendent Craig Schmidt welcomed the graduates and their guests, followed by guest speaker Jon Swets, who is the director of the district's Options High School. Community Education Director Sara Colburn presented the diplomas Music for the evening was provided by Jacquelyn Sato, pianist, and by vocalists Terri Kristoff and Tracy Capman. A reception for the new graduates and their guests was held in the high school cafeteria following the ceremony. Receiving diplomas were Pike Alan Ainsworth. Heather Jo Bencker. Anneke Paulina Bosma. Wendi Marie Bruinsma. Charles Levi James Chapman. Jarrod Michael Dawson. Jamie Rae Downs. Crystaldawn Hager­ ty. Mends Sue Korf and Veronica Debra Greiner. Also. Jessica HoelHamilton. Stacey Marie Ham­ mond. Dirk Harkema. Jen­ nifer Kay Hillard. Scon Allan Hudson. David Lawrence Moerland. E. F Nation. Hol­ ly Marie Peterson. Troy Vin­ cent Pethers. Brian Douglas Russell. Megan Nichole Seelye. Sarah Ann Steigemeier, Chase Ray Strickland. Loren Dale VanderWal and Robert Wolthuis. Caledonia Community Education's 1994 graduating class poses for a class picture just before Commence­ ment exercises begin. CHS announces special awards at graduation The Caledonia High School staff at last week's Com­ mencement announced the senior recipients of several awards which traditionally are made public at graduation Chosen by the CHS faculty and staff for two $300 scholarships which arc funded by proceeds from the Faculty Follies were Sarah Shoemaker and Joe Simkins. Ben Lillie was chosen by the Caledonia Education Association for a $500 college scholarship, based on his citizenship and potential for success. Receiving scholarships from a fund established by Highland Chrysler Plymouth Jeep Eagle and Jay VanHouten were Elisha Bravata ($2.(XX)), Elizabeth Smith ($1,000) and Lindy Burrows. Sara Dawson. Heidi Hoekstra and Jenelle Douglas, who each received a $500 award. Douglas and Enn Kaiser were recognized by the CHS English Department for their consistently high level of English usage, their apprecia lion for language and literature and their creative ability in daily work and in contests. The Russell Thernan Math Award this year was given to Sara Poll as the outstanding senior math student Brent Bone her was chosen by his classmates as the senior boy to receive the Ralph Keating Award, which is bas­ ed on personality and a will­ ingness always to help his class. In recognition of her scholarship, courtesy and cooperation, the senior class and high school faculty chose Sara Poll as the recipient of this year s Alpha Beta Award The Millard Engle Social Studies Award was presented to Jenelle Douglas as this year's outstanding social studies student, as selected by the Social Studies Department Myla Stewart and Todd Hoek were chosen this year’s winners of the Drama Award, which recognizes students who have displayed talent and understanding of theater and its traditions and rules throughout school productions. Winning this year’s Drama Commencement continued from page 6----- Tech Award was Brian Nowak, based on his interest and ability in all technical aspects of theater and his assistance in productions at the Caledonia Performing Arts Center. Ben Diehl received the American Legion Post 305 Award based on his citizen­ ship. patriotism, leadership and scholarship. Winners of the Amy Bar­ naby Scholarships this year )994 who wishes to pursue a The were Tarin Lintemuth. Brian career in science Purdy and Angie Stack The scholarship fund was scholarships are funded by a established by Velthouse s trust established by the Bar- family after the Caledonia nabys in memory of their sophomore honor student was daughter, who died shortly killed in a traffic accident after her graduation from Besides announcing these awards. 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TRUE VALUE HOMES In Cider Mill Village A Community of Carefree Manufactured Homes Private Property Land Home Financing Available 795-7900 812 RIVER BEND LANE - MIDDLEVILLE V �Page 8 / The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / June 14. 1994 CHS seniors mark centennial graduation year with memorial boulder Officers of the Class of 1994 pose on and around the boulder the class chose to honor its graduation year os the 100th anniversary of the district's very first high school graduation. From the left are Jennie Young, Heidi Hoekstra, Jon VanRyn, Ben Diehl and Beckie Risdon. In front of the rock are Sarah Shoemaker (left) and Sara Poll. The class has ordered a plaque for the rock explaining what it commemorates. The 1994 Caledonia High School graduating class recognized the century since the first CHS graduation with a large boulder, which has been added to the landscaping in front of the school The huge stone will bear a brass plaque which states "Celebrating a century of ex­ cellence at Caledonia High School. The Class of 1994.” Donated by Bruce Smith Sand and Gravel, the boulder was transported to the high school courtesy of Gordon and Randy Jousma of Alaska Excavating Grand Valley Concrete Products set the stone in place "The class wanted to com­ memorate the 100th year since the first graduation at Caledonia High School," said Class Sponsor Marilou Bone her. While the class treasury will pay for the plaque, the other services were donated, she added “We also need to thank Ron Pyper and his maintenance crew for their help. ” she said. ‘The school provided the attractive site and the shrubs around the rock.” The new landscaping feature occupies a prominent spot near the entrance, and already has become a popular site for school photos. • * Homeowners * Cash Fast * * *1»t and 2nd Mortgage purchase ex refinance • Home or Rental Property * Slow Credit O.K. ’Bill Corsoltdanor etc. Teat Easy ‘Call 24 Hours AM SUM Mortgage & F Inanoe Corp. 800-968-2221 Free Qualifying Appointment Middleville grad on Adrian College list T. Thomas Thatcher of Middleville was among the 230 students named to the 1994 spring dean’s list at Adrian College. To achieve this honor, a student must maintain a 3.50 grade point average on a 4.0 scale and carry at least 12 credit hours of classes. Thatcher, a senior majoring in biology, is a 1990 graduate of Thomapple Kellogg High School and the son of Duane and Patricia Thatcher of Grand Rapids Street, Middleville. Fresh Homegrown Strawberries by the quart! Page principal goes off the top David Bukala, principal at Page Elementary in Middleville, gave a repelling demonstration for the Page students last month. Going off the top of the gym nasium roof provided the perfect place to demonstrate the skill. Local man wins theater award Andrew Gall of Alto has been selected to receive an award for outstanding achievement by a senior from the Forest Roberts Theatre’s First Nighters Club at Nor­ thern Michigan University. The achievement awards are based on the quality and quantity of onstage and off­ stage contributions throughout the season, as well as the demonstration of a profes­ sional attitude toward the art Home ownership seminars planned The Michigan State Univer­ sity Cooperative Extension Service is offering a two-part series to provide basic infor­ mation for effectively shopp­ ing for and financing a home. This free two-part program. "Home Ownership — Is It For You?” is scheduled for Thursday, June 23, and Thursday, June 30, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Thomap­ ple Township Hall, 200 E. Main St.. Middleville. The goal of the senes is to pros ide potential homeowners with information on all aspects of purchasing and owning a home. Information Nice Variety of... Flowers S &Q Farm Market 0 and Greenhouse 7350 S. Middleville Rd. (M-37) Phone 795-9758 OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK • Mon Sm 9to6 Sun 12 » 5 of theater, academic profi­ ciency, and the projection of a positive public image of the Forest Roberts Theatre and NMU. In recognition of his achievement. Gall will receive a check for $200 and have his name engraved on a plaque displayed in the theater lobby. Gall, son of Michael and Barbara Gall, has appeared as Baron Van Sweiten in Water Gardening Water lilies, water plants, gold­ fish and koi. Also installation of waterfalls and ponds Apol’s Lanscaping Company • wa-tojo ...or call for an appointment to visit our ponds and water gardens at 9340 Kalamazoo. Caledonia on pre-purchase planning, budgeting for a home pur­ chase, and purchase pro­ cedures such as purchase agreements, mortgages, and what to look for in a house will be discussed. Information about rehabilitation loans and low interest loans also will be discussed. To register for this free pro­ gram, call the MSU Barry County Cooperative Exten­ sion Service at 948-4862. Andrew Gall "Amadeus” and was seen as a member of the ensemble in ‘ ‘ My Fair Lady "He has also served as a director and an assistant box office manager Gall will direct the opening production of the 1994-95 season, ”A Streetcar Named Desire.” Triple Check Tax Service We are set up to handle ALL INCOME TAX needs. We are able to do your personal, small business. Partnership or Corporation returns. We offer a complete accounting service, with 20 years of experience. Other services include: • Business Plans • UPS (not a UPS agent) • Educational Resources Service - College Money Guaranteed OPEN Mon.-Fri. 9-5; Sat. 9-2 or ev- nings by appointment Member <»< 9958 Cher r^ Vertey (M 37) Caledonia. Mi 49316 Phone 891 1886 891-1886 ( �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I June 14, 1994 / Page 9 CONGRATULATIONS to All Area Graduates! 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Noncy Goodin (standing behind the weaver) worked with the fourth grade Page Elementary students in the class of Helen Jahnke. Andrew Kalee gets some pointers on weaving while his classmates Jill Weaver and Tom Steensma watch. Page kids learn about weaving Seventh-grade students of the month are (front, from left) Chad Brinks. Aman da Clover-Wadel, Joshua Curcuro, and Amy David; (center, from left) Holly DeVries, Sue Dorsey, Josh Hanford, Michael Hull, and Ryan Lenartz; and (back, from left) Robin McMurray, Melanie Meekhof, Mark neeson, Klinton Rickert, and Nathaniel Smith. Those not pictured are Jamie Brookman. Tabitha Curths, and Kristen Overbeek. Page fourth-grader Elisabth Awtry displays her collage she made from various yarn and fabric scraps. 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This year was no exception, with each grade having a dif­ ferent day and events tailored just for them Kindergartners and firstgraders at McFall tossed water balloons, filled Pringles cans with water, bounced on big rubber balls, and tossed flexible discs, to name just a few of the events. Just a few of the things that West Elementary second- and third-graders did were the wheelbarrow race, ran races, kicked Nerf footballs and had a family picnic during lunch at school. Page fourth- and fifth­ graders competed in races, tried their skill and strength at the softball throw, tested their running, long-jumping abilities, and ran the threelegged race as a few of their events Teachers confirmed that the field days were fun for the kids, and helped build sclfesteem and good sportsmanship. 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But, the weather was warm and the kids didn t really mind getting wet. �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I June 14, 1994 / Page 13 Field Days continued from page 12 McFall kids got a charge out the wheel borrow race. Families of West Elementary students enjoyed a hot dog cook out on the day of field day. Families found room to relax on the school lawn. This shuttle relay could appear to be confusing to onlookers. But, Page students divided into teams of four and they knew exactly what to do to win the relay race. • BODY MASTERS • PRECOR STEPPERS •TECTRIX BIKE MAX'S • FREE WEIGHTS • AEROBICS / STEP AEROBICS ‘TANNING...AND MORE!!! WE WILL OFFER PERSONALIZED EXERCISE PROGRAMS, INCLUDING SPECIAL HEALTH CONCERNS AND SENIORS PROGRAMS. The standing long jump was one of the field events for the Page students. 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She sends the Nerf football flying. lust north of the MiddleVilla Inn (behind Dr. Showermans) Summer Hours: Mon.-Fri, 6 am-8 pm; Sat. 8 am-1 pm �Page 14 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / June 14, 1994 TKMS awards assembly announces student honors by Margaret Fowler - Staff Writer The Thornapplc Kellogg Middle School distributed more than 1.000 certificates of merit at the 33rd annual awards assembly last Friday. “Our philosophy is that we want to honor as many students as we can in recogni­ tion of their achievement, im­ provement. citizenship, leadership, and academic suc­ cess/' according to the school's counseling office personnel. The awards assembly is the final effort to commend many of the sixth-, seventh- and eighth-graders who artend the middle school. Among those honored are students who have had perfect attendance, made all A's or earned a 3.5 grade point average or were in the top 10 percent of the class; and par­ ticipated in special programs. The end of the assembly is the final roll call for the school s eighth graders. As they filed out. they were greeted and congratulated by the middle school teachers and then went to a reception in their honor. Middle School Principal Gordon Dahlgren gave certificates of appreciation to the offices of the Parents and Educators in Partnership group. He presents a cer­ tificate to Vice President Barb Bedrick as President Debie Smith looks on. Secretary Janet Hopewell and Treasurer Diane Mulder couldn't be at the awards assembly. ASSEMBLERS and PLASTIC MACHINE OPERATORS $7-$7.15 per hour plus daily overtime in some cases. Second & Third Shift. We currently have 45 openings in the Southeast Grand Rapids area. Reasonable commuting distance. If you are experienced in plastic injection or assembly or general factory work and looking for an assignment that could go permanent after 60 days probation, we have the opening for you. Interviewing at Temp Force 3737 Lake Eastbrook Blvd. (Lower Level — Behind Eastbrook Mall) Thornapple Kellogg Mid­ dle School sixth-grader Christina McKee has had perfect attendance for five years. The seventh grade scholarship winner was Jennifer Herring. In the eighth grade, there were three runners-up and one scholarship winner. Rachel Wade, the winner, receives a certificate from Principal Gordon Dahlgren. The runners-up standing with her are Holly Pitt and Robert Walker. Krista DeMaagd is hidden behind Dahlgren. UPHOLSTERY PRESTIGIOUS FURNITURE MANUFACTURER HIRING Great opportunity to work at Grand Rapids’ leading furniture manufacturer. We have immediate openings for individuals with upholstery experience May also consider candidates willing to train. These are 1st shift positions with lots of overtime potential! Apply today at... 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Students at the Middleville elementary school for fourthand-fifth graders pooled their talents to put on a two-hour variety show at the high school auditorium last Thursday. Air bands crooned, and dancers tapped to the tunes of oldies, rap and rock. One student demonstrated his line dancing moves to a country song. “Boot Scootin' Boogie." Another group of students had written a play titled, “Wardback School.” where everything was switched around. Teachers perferred to play, while students wanted to be studious. Page Principal David Bukala emceed the event that offered more than enough talent to fill the afternoon. Mott Erb and his friend Jason caught the audiences attention with their air-band version of "We Will Rock You.” Jason even flipped his wig. Branch Manager Trainee United Bank of Michigan has an opening for an entry level Branch Manager Trainee. Initial responsibilities would include directing the ac­ tivities of CSR/Teller staff members. Previous banking experience required. Prior supervisory experience a plus. Excellent communication, organizational, and writing skills necessary. Ex cellent working conditions, good benefits. Salary commensurate with experience. Send resume to: Janice L. Crum United Bank of Michigan 2620 Horizon Dr., S.E., Grand Rapids, Ml 49546 EOE M/F H V AH McCULLOCH SPRING CLEAN-UP SAVINGS Everything was backwards in inv w/~inal play done by several of the Page kids. Titled "Wardback School," teachers and students traded places and attitudes. YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY HELP WANTED DEPUTY CLERK: Parttime, 2 and V2 days a week, typing skills needed, computer skill helpful, general office experience and other duties associated with Township governmen­ tal work, $7.00 per hour. Send cover letter and resume to: Harvey E. Vander Bee, Clerk Yankee Springs Township 284 N. Briggs Road (301) Middleville, Ml 49333 Sales Position/ Decorating Consultant Brown’s Custom Interiors is now accepting applications! For approx­ imately 30 hours per week. Flexible hours, good working conditions. Applicant must be able to work well with the public. Please send resume... Brown’s Custom Interiors 221 N. Industrial Park Hastings, Ml 49058 No Phone Calls Attn: Kathy Please! TK grad on Academic All-American softball team Grand Valley State Univer­ sity senior Maggie James of Middleville has been selected to the 1994 GTE Academic All-America softball team. In order to be nominated to the team, the athlete must be a starter or important reserve for her team with legitimate athletic credentials and at least a 3.2 cumulative grade point average. The athlete must also have at least sophomore athletic and academic standing at their institutions. Nominated athletes must have . played in at least 50 percent of their teams games that season. James had no problems meting any of these qualifica­ tions She transferred from Grand Rapids Community College and started in the out­ field for all of the Lakers 57 games this season James had a 3 49 batting average and a 953 fielding percentage, all while main­ taining a 3 93 grade point average in mathematics In addition to the GTE Academic All-American team. James was selected to the All-Great Lakes Con­ ference All-Academic team, the All-Central Region second team and the All-Great Lakes Conference first team M 0) Caledonia Auto Parts Your “Hometown” Auto Parts Store OPEN: Mon.-Fn. 8-6, Sat &2 891-4085 227 East Main Street Caledonia Auto Value �Page 16 I The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / June 14, 1994 TK grad takes part in rescue of ship near Egypt Andrew D. Shafer, a 1993 graduate of Thornapple Kellogg High School now ser­ ving in the Navy on the USS Briscoe, took part in the May 19 rescue of a cruise ship near Egypt Shafer is the son of Dale and Gay Lee Kelley of Mid­ dleville and Terry and Maxine Shafer of Hastings. The Briscoe s primary mis­ sion is in the Red Sea. query­ ing merchant ships by radio about their cargo and port of origination or destination, and boarding and inspecting those carrying contraband materials to or from Iraq The following is an account of the incident, written by the skipper of the naval ship: * 'A Message from the Skipper... Mayday! Mayday! “In the early morning hours of 19 May 1994. Briscoe Sailors made maritime history with the bold and direct rescue and assistance to the burning Egyptian passenger ferry Al Qamar Al-Saudi Al -Misti. The following is a partial ac­ count of that fateful night from my viewpoint on the bridge “The day started out busy enough, getting underway from anchorage at Hurghada. Egypt, rushing up to point Or­ say in the Northern Red Sea Oparea to rendezvous with USS Stephen W. Groves, USS Taylor and USNS Henry J. Kaiser for a Commander s conference in Briscoe, and getting back into the swing of boarding ops. By the end of the day. we were all tired — it's always like that the first day out of port After finally getting into my rack at about 2300. I was hoping I wouldn’t get too many calls through the lyght; the deck watches had been getting pretty good about sorting out the traffic tran­ siting the Gulf of Suez and Straits of Tiran, and they knew when they had to call me. "Just as 1 was entering a deep, blissful sleep my phone buzzed. It was OPS. Lt. John Heiss my Operations Officer, calling to tell me that he had just received a Mayday call over VHF radio. Mayday I groggily thought. Is he realy saying Mayday1 The reality quickly sunk in when he toW me that there was an engineroom fire in a merchant ship 25 miles to the west — right in the middle of the southern entrance of the Gulf of Suez, an incredibly busy piece of ocean “As OPS gathered more in­ formation. Briscoe steamed at maximum speed toward the coordinates of the vessel. By the time I arrived in the Com­ bat Information Center (Com­ bat). I could hear a voice on the radio speaking with a Bnstish accent. Soon I learned that to be the voice of the Master of M/V Newport Bay. a large container ship which was about nine miles from the burning vessel. OPS and Newport Bay were trying to sort out the details of the con­ flagration and getting the sur­ face picture’ of vessels in the area We soon gleaned that the engineroom in an Egyp­ tian passenger ferry by the name of Al-Qamar Al-Saudi Al-Misn was fully ablaze and that the lifeboats were being deployed. Abandon Ship! That could mean only one thing — this fire was big! I wondered if Briscoe's Rescue and Assistance (R&A) Detail, a group of professionals who are trained to board vessels in distress, could even get to the fire before it would be com­ pletely out of control. At best speed, it would still take us the better part of an hour to get on station. There was only one good response; man the R&A detail and get the helo. Magnum 446 in the air to scout the picture for us. If we needed the fire fighters. DCC Wayne Gatchell and his men would be ready. “It didn't take long for LCDR Jerry Mitchell, the Of­ ficer in Charge of the helicopter detachment, to be turning up Magnum 446 on deck ready for launch. As he Dykstra's Preferred Poured Walls, Inc. • Poured basement walls • Flatwork • Farm work • ROB DYKSTRA, Owner 7QC 7C 7 /I. / / O / 10698 Finkbeinet Rd , Middleville Andrew D. Shafer lifed off and began to survey the scene, we could begin to discern the lights of the mer­ chant ships gathering in the area. A new voice was heard on the radio, calling himself High Seas, which seemed to be more cognizant than the rest of what was happening on the water. It turned out that High Seas was a sailboat out of New York. Due to it’s small size, it was able to maneuver around the growing mass of liferafts to pick up survivors. By now it was becoming painfully obvious that we were in the midst of a major disaster at sea. “As we cautiously ap­ proached the scene, it was clear that the ferry’ was more like a small cruise liner, capable of holding hundreds of passengers One of the first lifeboats to reach Newport Bay held the Second Officer of Al-Qamar Al-Saudi AlMisri. who was able to give us a better account of what had happened Al-Qamar AlSaudi Al-Misn was carrying pilgrims from Mecca to Por Suez. Earlier in the day she had disembarked about half of her passengers in Safaga, Egypt, but still had about 500 passengers onboard; the Se­ cond Officer didn’t have a passenger manifest and was unsure of an accurate count, but we quickly grasped the magnitude of the situation. The fire had started in one of the ship's boilers and had spread out of the engineroom. From the bridge, we could see the entire vessel engulfed in thick smoke. The Master had made the decision to abandon ship, a decision of finality for a ship at sea. “As is often the case in this part of the world, a stiff wind was blowing from the north. It was clear that any vessel lying to would drift with the wind. This is a risky proposition for vessels in close quarters, since each ship has its own drift rate. I felt lucky to have Coast Guard Captain Norm Ed­ wards. my boss as Com­ mander Task Group 152.1. at my side giving me his season­ ed advice. Rescue at sea is a Coast Guard specialty, and this was rescue at sea at its nxr' demanding. Captain Ed­ wards stayed with me all that night and through the follow­ ing day as together we fought for the lives of hundreds of strangers on the high seas “As we sized up the best position in which to put Bnscoe to provide maximum assistance, we launched our Rhib boat and Captain's Gig under the experienced charge of LTJG Ned Rucker and LT JG Chuck Sellers. Ned and Chuck, with their expert boat crews immediately approach­ ed the blazing Al-Qamar AlSaudi Al-Msiri, looking for survivors in the water. Mean­ while. with night vision gog­ gles manned on the foc’sle and bridge. Briscoe threaded her way through empty liferafts, the large and unmaneuverable container ships lying to. and the several oil platform workboats which had responded to the distress call. “The next few hours prac­ tically defy description, Briscoe s ship’s boats worked their way into the burning hulk, now fully engulfed in flames. Pyrotechnics explod­ ed as their lockers were in­ cinerated. and smoke and cinders billowed into the wind. The boat crews plucked survivors out of the frothing sea as they jumped or fell the 30 to 40 feet from the ship to the water. Most passengers were hysterical and looked like they had never learned to swim; many had to be coaxed to climb down ropes or jump for their lives. “Search-and-Rescue (SAR) swimmer FC2 Aaron Densley reconted, ‘The wind was real­ ly strong. We saw a guy through the thick smoke hang­ ing off a chain that held a lifeboat. As we got closer we found the lifeboat still attach­ ed beneath the water. While we were alongside, chunks of burning material were falling all around us. The ship was listing heavily to starboard and (my) Captain was afraid the vessel was going to cap­ size, we we knew the guy had to be rescued quickly. We nosed up toward him and I quickly snagged him into the boat.’ “Another Briscoe SAR swimmer. SN Chad Norris remembered. ‘They sent our boat to the stem of the burning ship where people were jump­ Congratulations to all our Area Graduates & Best Wishes to: Caledonia 1994 Ed Smith and Jill Ruthig CALEDONIA FARMERS ELEVATOR VI SA 146 E. Main St. • 891-8108 C© CALEDONIA- Monday thru Friday 7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.; Saturday 7:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.rr. ing into the water. They would send two of us to bring each person to the boat, because these people couldn’t swim... 1 saved about six peo­ ple this way. ’ "Perhaps the most astoun­ ding account was from boat signalman SMI Tidera Grif­ fin. who told us ‘We came up on the stem of the burning boat and we saw this lady yell­ ing down at us. She gave her baby over to this guy and we didn’t know if he was going to jump with it. or what. He stepped out to the edge and we toki him to drop the baby. I caught the baby and couldn't believe it was not injured. I took the baby along with a few others to the tug and then headed out to get some more people.’ ‘‘The accounts of eyewitnesses from that night would fill a volume, a testimony to the unselfish bravery of our Sailors. But the men in the boats at the front were not the only heroes. Crewmen like HMC Dave Eastham. who provided triage for injured survivors on two oil rig workboats jockeying for position under the burning wreckage, and MAI Michael Trice who set up a survivor receiving station on Briscoe'sf fantail are indicative of the teamwork necessary to pull off a major rescue effort. In fact, every Briscoe crewmember was vitally im­ portant that night, because without the efforts of all. Briscoe could never have ar­ rived on station and been ready for action. “By first light. Al-Qamar Al-Saudi Al-Misri had grounded on a reef and only one passenger remained, refusing to jump to his safety Survivors on Briscoe. Newport Bay. and two workboats were being transferred to Hepry J. Kaiser for medical treatment and transfer to Hurghada At about 0940. the hulk broke free from the bottom anti a few minutes later quickly^ sank. Our first concern was for the safety of that last passenger — surely he couldn't have survived. Our momentary lapse of faith was soon dispelled as the report came in that Magnum 446 had been in the area when AlQamar Al-Saudi Al-Misri was sinking and had lowered the SAR swimmer. AW2 David Westheimer into the water to rescue the man as the ship slipped beneath the waves. “The total count of passengers saved that night was 476. Through the next day. Briscoe and sister ship Stephen W. Groves, along with an Omani and two Egyp tian Naval vessels searched the area for survivors, but none were found. Due to the fact that a passenger manifest was not available, we don’t know the final death toll. The one thing I do know, though, is that without the heroic ac­ tions of every single crewman in Briscoe and the teamwork of our sister ships and staff in Task Group 152.1, there would not be 476 people liv­ ing to tell of that frightful night. “ Shades of graduation CHS Principal Tonya Porter got into the spirit of graduation, sporting these 1994' glasses on the seniors' lost day of school. Thornapple Roofing & Siding Vinyl Siding Replacement Windows Free Estimates Licensed Builder 795-2039 �Capitol Commentary By Sen. Dick Poslhumus Page kids take shot at archery Most lawmakers ethical In America today, only lawyers have a reputation worse than that of politicians While most citizens like their own legislators, the American people distrust the political process and suspect the system as a whole is less than honest. Knowing that. I knew I would face the same skepticism if I ran for of­ fice. I did anyway, wanting to make a difference and hoping to change public attitude through my own actions. In my service in the state Senate. 1 have made a concerted ef­ fort to support policies that benefit the state as a whole and im­ prove our quality of life. 1 have also followed through on pro­ mises I’ve made and done my best to carry out the wishes of my constituents. But there is only so much 1 can do as a single lawmaker to give the political process credibility. While I believe most public servants are doing their jobs with the peo­ ple’s best interests in mind, the best way to change public at­ titude about the political system is to change the system itself; to make it more accountable and open to those who truly run it — the people. Last September, the Michigan Legislature formed a bipar­ tisan. bicameral committee to do just that. Called the Joint Legislative Ethics Commission, it has recently made four ma­ jor recommendations to current policy that I and the other leaders of the House and Senate have agreed to act on this fall. Together. I believe these changes will make a significant positive impact. First on the list is the elimination of Officeholder Expense Funds (OEFs). OEFs are made up of contributions made to lawmakers by anybody who wants to give them. Lawmakers can use the funds to pay for things incidental to holding office. Many lawmakers spend the dollars for travel costs, meals, books, subscriptions — anything they feel they need to do their jobs. While most lawmakers use OEFs responsibly, there have been too many questionable expenditures in recent years. For example, news stories have detailed OEF spending for lavish gifts, tickets to sporting events, alcoholic beverages, redecorating, etc. This sort of abuse shakes the public faith in lawmakers and the legislative process. I’m now convinced the I best way to eliminate these questionable expenditures is to eliminate OEFs altogether. That is now our goal. Second is a ban on all cash honoraria, which means legislators could not accept cash payment for speaking engagements. While public speaking does take time, it is part of our jobs to inform the people and make ourselves available. Citizens already pay us for our time through their tax dollars. However, lamakers could still accept an award such as a trophy, plaque, certificate or memento. A third recommendation would jam the revolving door by prohibiting lawmakers from resigning to become lobbyists. Under current law. a legislator can resign in the middle of his or her term and immediately take a job as a lobbyist or lobby­ ing agent. This creates a problem because the lawmaker is in a position to potentially push proposals through the process that could benefit the special interest group he or she hopes, or plans, to work for. Although 1 don’t believe this has happened, the potential for it does exist. This creates a perception among the public that can further lead to cynicism about officeholders. This is not healthy in our democracy. By prohibiting lawmakers from resigning to work as lobbyists, we can help to change this for the better. The fourth recommendation requires the reporting of travel and lodging expenses paid by associations or special interest groups. Uruler this recommendation, these groups would be re­ quired to report any travel and lodging expenses provided to a lawmaker and send a copy of that report to the affected lawmaker. When associations invite a lawmaker to attend and speak at a conference in a different city or state, for example, the group may cover the cost of that tnp. However, there is no reporting requirement in the law. So. the public is unaware This change would better inform the public and make lawmakers more ac­ countable to their constituents. The great majority of officeholders — Democrat. Republican and Independent — are ethical hard-working peo­ ple trying to serve their constituents in the best way they know how. These changes, however, will help make our system more accountable and. in the long run. create more confidence among the public that their elected officials are doing their jobs without undue influence from special interests The most important aspect of accountability in our system lies with you and I as voters Through the election process, we can hold our elected representatives (including my self) accoun­ table We must be aw are of the candidates' integrity and w here thev stand on issues before we vote Fortunately, our forefathers created a system in which the voter has the last say. Call for Classifieds Phone 795-3345 This phantom archer is really fourth-grader Chris George making sure he has token good aim. TK grad receives arechitecture degree From Our Readers Enough bashing of Caledonia AD To the editor: Athletic/Activities Jeanne Glowicki did not set her salary , the Caledonia school board did. If people would walk in her shoes for a week, they would find she spends many hours at school. Another thing, if she didn’t have to spend so much time with the "parent coaches”, we have at Caledonia, she would have time for other things. Another area that needs some explaining — we were hearing "cut. cut. cut" during last winter’s "PAC.” Most areas of school expenditures were looked into. Why not the food service department? A Middleville churchs present kids program First Baptist Church of Middleville will be presenting four films June 13-16, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.. featuring Danny Korem, a world-renowned magician and journalist whose films help kids distinguish truth from deception. David Stewart and Friends, a popular area ventriloquist, will share many of his puppets and apply the lessons taught in the films. Another special feature each day will be Sally Bonello, who will share her work as a missionary' to Haiti. Missionary crafts, singing, and refreshments round out the 2-hour program. Children ages 5-12 in the area are in­ vited to attend Call 795-9726 for bus information few years ago. Caledonia hired a food service company, so we are paying a company, a food service director and a secretary, and on the annual statement, we subsidized them $10,000. Maybe we should take a close look at our board members D. Klein Caledonia Jennifer Frey of Middleville graduated from the University of Detroit Mercy May 14. receiving her bachelor of ar­ chitecture degree. She is a member of Alpha Sigma Nu national Jesuit honor society. During her course of studies, she has done intern­ ships at architecture firms in Grand Rapids. Kailua. Kona. Hawaii and Pittsburgh. Pa. She was an exchange student at Warsaw University. War­ saw. 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Monday thru Friday 7 am-5 pm; Saturday 7 am-2 pm THORNAPPLE VALLEY EQUIPMENT, INC. 945-9526 South M-37, Hastings �Page 18 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / June 14. 1994 Killer 4th inning does in TK’s softball team Five errors by the Mid­ dleville softball team al­ lowed Belding to score four runs in the fourth inning and advance to the finals of the regional championships, Saturday. Middleville rallied in the seventh inning for three runs to make the game close, 6-4, but were unable to keep the rally alive. The Lady Trojans end the season 26-8 with two tour­ nament trophies and a district title. The team went into the seventh inning down 6-1. Amanda Osborne led off with a double in the inning. Joy Smith followed with a single past the second base­ man and went to second on a pcxx throw from the outfield. Osborne came in on a sac­ rifice fiy and Smith to third on a ground out Julie Wei­ dman beat out an infield shot which the Redskin short stop couldn’t get a grip on. Traci Campbell cleared the bases with a triple drilled to the right field fence. Katie Berg tried a screamer through the infield, but it was knocked down by Belding's second baseman Sunshine Engle and was out at first to end the game. The Redskins had done their homework on the Tro­ jans and took away the bunt as an effective way to get a base hit. In the top of the first in­ ning, the Redskins brought the first and third base man even with the pitcher in dis­ tance from the plate. The Trojans first score came in the top of the third on a single by Campbell and a double by Berg. Berg started on the mound as was relieved by Campbell after 2 2/3 innings. In a show of sportsman­ ship, after a Belding batter had a hit in the sixth inning, she rounded first and stum­ bled. hurting her leg. Berg and Osborne didn't want to tag her out until after she was attended to by her coach and the umpire. The Trojans got out of the inning after two runners had made it into scoring position. A fly to the outfield was handled by Smith and she threw a strike to catcher Vikki Jansen who blocked the plate and tagged the in­ coming runner. Sage Potter steals third in the early innings of the 6-4 loss to Belding in first round of the regional championships. Third baseman Jaime Strater fields a ground ball and prepares the throw to first In the game against Belding. First baseman Amanda Osborne puts the tag on a Belding runner as she slides back Into first base in a doud of dust, Saturday. Parbel named all-state in 3200-meter run Local gymnasts compete in state meet Caledonia track team Two gymnastics teams from the Middleville area took part in the Level 5 and Level 6 State Gymnastics Meet, recently. All three girls on the Level 5 team turned in personal best scores in their events. Rachel Baker took a fourth in the state on the beam with an 8.40, a seventh on the bars with a 9.075 and and eighth on the vault with a 8.35. She finished eighth in the all around. Kimber Olmstead scored an 8.425 on the vault, which was good for eighth place in the stale. Heather Carroll scored a 9.025 on the uneven bars and a 34.275 in the all around. As a team, they finished with 100.925 which was the first time the three broke 100 points. The Level 6 team also had personal best scores in the all-around. Lyndsey Thorton was sec­ ond in the state in the beam with a 9.225 and finished the all-around with a 34.225. Sarah Stowell had a 9.00 on the vault and a 33.675 in the all- around and J'Amy Cross had an 8.90 on the vault and a 32.775 in the allaround. It was the first time the team has combined for an overall score of better than 100. VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Application for special use permit has been made for the Village of Caledonia Water Treatment Facility. The facility will be located on the Caledonia Middle School parcel, ap­ proximately one-half mile west of the intersection of Cherry Valley Avenue and 92nd Street. TAKE NOTICE that the Planning Commission of the Vil­ lage of Caledonia will hold a public hearing on Monday, June 20,1994, at 7:00 p.m. at the Village Hall to hear and consider public comment on the application for special use. Copies of the application for special use and plans for the water treatment facility are available for inspection in the office of the Village Clerk during regular business hours. Jacqueline Cherry, Clerk Village of Caledonia 0021 finishes perfect season The Caledonia track team ended the year with a 14thplace finish at the State Class B Track Meet, June 4. Pete Parbel had the top finish for the Scots with a third in the 3200-meter run. The top three placers in each event were named to the All­ state team. The 800-meter relay team of Jason King, Keith Bohez, John Winquest and Joe Niang finished in a tie for fourth at 1:31.2. King also finished fifth in the 200-meter dash at 22.8. The 400-me ter relay team of King, Bohez, Winquest and John Oldfield finished eighth with a time of 44.6. Coach John Soderman said the team's finish was the best by any boys' team in the greater Grand Rapids area. The Scots iracksters fin- Phone 795-3345 for Sun & News ACTION ADS! ished the regular season with a 7-0 conference record and a 9-0 dual meet record. The team also finished first in the regional competition and the Caledonia Relays. The team finished second in the O-K Gold Conference Meet and the Middleville Co-Ed Invita­ tional. Three new school records were set by the 1994 team. King set the record in the 200-meter dash with a time of 22.4 seconds, Parbel set the school record in the 3200-meter run at 9:33.3 and the team of King, Bohez, Winquest and Niang set the record in the 800-meter relay. The All-O-K Gold Confer­ ence athletes were: Bohez, King, Ben Lillie, Niang, Old­ field, Parbel, Ben Potgeter, Ben Thompson and Winquest. Top point-getters for the team this season were, in or­ der: King, Parbel, Bohez, Potgeter, Winquest, Lillie, Thompson. Brian Nowak, Adam Paar 1 berg and Jason Bush. The team captains for the team were: Bohez, Lillie, Parbel and Winquest. CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP BOARD AGENDA JUNE 15, 1994 1. Minutes 2. Bills 3. Building Inspector Report 4 Treasurers Report 5. Community Cable 6 Valley Point West • 2nd Reading 7. Wiersum Ordinance 494 9Z 1st Reading 8 457 Ordinance #94-3 1st Reading 9 Personnel Committee Report 10 Planning Commission Report 11. Election Worker Appointment 12. Historical Commission Appointment 13. Assessor Computer 14. VerMeulen 15. 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Anyone with questions should call the library at 891 1502. Phone 795-3345 for Sun & News Action-Ads! DECKS. LET US help you design a deck especially for you, free delivery. Available at Durk­ ee Lumber, Allo, 868-6026. • Cones • Sundaes ; • Malts • Shakes ‘ Library volunteer program offered $"799 | / Not vaM I / with any othar coupons Faro's Pizza • Caledonia ' > Ph. 891 9287 I PICK UP ONLY • READY IN 15 MINUTES ke Use Ou Own uv asout natcri rxu Sceco jcuces ond 100% Red Cheese KARAOKE every SATURDAY! Come join the fun!_____ MIDDLE VILLE INN on M-37 nonn of Middleville • Open 7 Days a Week Call 795-3640 or 891-1287 9790 CHERRY VALLEY, M-37 - CALEDONIA � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/704/SunandNews_1994-06-21.pdf 4ce81bc695c8849b9d1a8793078f0f70 PDF Text Text auix rate 12/30/99 Hastings Pub I icLibrary F 121 Church Hastings, HI. 49056 k id Neuk- Your Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas 124th Year No. 21 I June 21, 1994 Middleville, Michigan 49333 UgWU!---121 S CHl’SCH SI Gless, Nagel re-elected to board Caledonia voters OK 18-mill non-homestead school millage by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Caledonia school officials breathed a sigh of relief last week as district voters solidly approved an 18-mill levy for five years on non-homestead properties. The measure passed 951 506 The 18-mill tax on businesses, second homes and other non-homestead proper­ ties will be levied by the district to help fund operating costs of the Caledonia Com­ munity Schools. The tax is part of the Pro­ posal A formula for funding public school operating costs. along with a six-mill tax on homesteads and an increased sales tax levied by the state. The 18 millls will account for about $6.5 million, or 38 percent, of the Caledonia school district's 1994-95 budget. With the passage of this millage, the district should receive its "foundation grant" of about $6,300 per pupil, according to the Pro­ posal A formula. "We are pleased as punch about the outcome of this vote." said Caledonia School Superintendent Robert Myers, who is retiring from office at the end of the month. "This gives us our foundation grant for five years, and that, in turn, will give us time to ‘get our house in order’ and learn to live under this new funding. "Now we can sit down and plan our budgets, knowing what we're going to have under Proposal A." Voters also returned to of­ fice the two incumbent can­ didates in this year's school board election. Both Jim Gless and Bernie Nagel were re-elected to fouryear terms on the board, defeating second-time challenger Donald (DJ.) See ’Councif or page 2 Steve Donker, president of the Caledonia School Board, congratulates re­ elected board members Bernie Nagel (center) and Jim Gless after swearing them into office. Caledonia Council approves reduced tax rate by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Hoping to encourage residents to support upcoming millage requests for emergen cy services and a district library, the Caledonia Village Council last week approved a lower 1994 tax levy. Under the state’s com­ plicated Headlee Amendment, which controls the amount of property tax a government unit can levy, the 10-mill rate levied by the council in 1993 had been rolled back to 9.447 mills. By not reinstating the 10-mill rate for 1994. the council in effect will allow the Headlee law to further reduce the tax rale from 9.447 to 9.224 mills. This will result in a revenue loss to the village of about $3,800 Council made its decision after a Truth in Taxation public hearing held during its June 13 meeting. Village Attorney James Brown explained that if the council did not want to lose the $3,800, it must pass a resolution this year reinstating the 10-mill rate for 1994, even though the rate again would be rolled back. If the council chose not to reinstate the 10 mills, the Headlee would be applied to the 9.447 rate, reducing it to 9.224 mills. Brown said that figures from the County Bureau of Equalization showed the millage rate of 9.447 mills produced $151,249.30 in revenue for the village in 1993. Because the village’s total state equalized valuation (SEV) is higher in 1994 than in 1993, that same rate of 9.447 mills would have brought in revenues of $162,700.01 this year. The new, lower rate of 9.224 will produce a tax revenue of $158,859.42 for 1994. Only one resident spoke during the public hearing. Jay Shook, 300 Pleasant St., said that he thought it would be good "PR" if the village could get along without the extra $3,800 and go with the lower millage rate. After the public portion of the meeting was closed, the council discussed allowing the Headlee to reduce the tax rate. Trustee Susan Berencsi said she thought allowing the lower rate would be the coun­ cil’s part in helping residents be able to vote for increased police and fire protection and the new district library. Trustee Charles Audy asked whether the council would consider lowering the levy to an even nine mills. Brown pointed out, however, that if the council approved a nine-mill rate, the Headlee then would be ap­ plied to that rate, further reducing the village revenues. Council President Glen Klaver added that the State Legislature is voting on reduc­ ing its revenue sharing pro­ gram. Such a reduction could cost the village about $63,000 in revenue. Cautioning against a “shaky" financial situation, he reminded the council that it is obligated to pay its share of the cost of the new water tower and water treatment plant being constructed in partnership with the Caledonia Community Schools and developer Jerry Baker. With no further discussion. the council approved in a 6-1 vote to allow the rate to drop to 9.224 mills. Audy cast the dissenting vote. In other business, the council: — Heard a report from Randy Wilcox of Wilcox and Associates that excavation for the new wastewater treatment plant is completed and that sewer construction along M-37 is under way. Both pro jects are on schedule. — Tabled until July a deci­ sion on the village's insurance package — Tabled a request by resi­ dent Pat Schiefla that the See ’Millage' on page 2 Middleville residents protest new parking ordinance NBD draws winner of Softub prize Caledonia Softub dealers Vicky and Bob Watson (left) look on as Joseph Castillo, vice president of NBD Bonk, awards one of their Softubs to Don Otten of Grand Rapids. Otten held the lucky ticket in a drawing sponsored by NBD as a thank you to the community for its business. Todd Thornbury (right). Softub Direc­ tor of Sales. Eastern Region, also was on hand for the presentation by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Several Middleville village residents waited quietly as the Village Council completed its regular business last Tuesday. But once it was time for the public comment portion of the meeting, they had plenty to say, particularly about park­ ing regulations. The council recently adopted an ordinance that does not allow for any parking on the village right of way (roughly. 33 feet from the center of the road) between 2 and 6 a.m. That means there is no parking between the street and the sidewalk for any reason. The village police depart­ ment has issued several warn­ ing citations to violators. Lee Moore, who lives on the comer of Mam and Stadium, asked the council just where her husband was supposed to park his truck cab Thes had paved a section that extends from the house to the road just for that purpose However, the village or­ dinance made that illegal. Another man explained that he had four cars and one them hung over the sidewalk when they were all parked in the driveway. John Wilkins, who lives on Meadowlark, asked why the hours of 2 to 6 a m., since he hadn't seen or heard any village vehicles on the street during those hours. Village President Lon Myers explained that this has been a problem in the village, and that the ordinance must be enforced for everyone. Ex­ ceptions could not be made for some. He also pointed exit that the restriction was only for the four hours between 2 and 6 a.m. That time was set for street cleaning, snow plowing or other such village maintenance. Those protesting the or­ dinance left the meeting still unconvinced and unhappy about the parking situation The council did rescind a motion made at an earlier meeting to list a 10-acre parcel of property for sale See’Protest’ on page 2 In This Issue.... • Caledonia schools establish public improvement fund • Gov. Engler speaks to Middleville Rotary • Kettle Lake students ‘blanket’ teacher with mementos �Page 2 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I June 21, 1994 Thornapple Twp. will bill for Duncan Lake weed control by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer There will not be any sum­ mer tax collection, but Dun­ can Lake residents will be billed for the special assess­ ment to cover the weed con­ trol program. The Thomapple Township Board approved the special billing by a vote of 4-1. with Supervisor Don Boysen casting the "no” voce. The bills will be sent by Fri­ day. July 1, with payments due by Thursday. Sept. 15. McKee named Caledonia Village office assistant by Barbara Gall Staff Writer The Caledonia Village Council last week approved hiring resident Shari McKee. 350 Vine, as the village’s first office assistant The council had agreed on the need for village office help because new development and projects such as the new sewer plant and M-37 sewer line have increased greatly the work of the village clerk. The position, as approved by the council, will provide Clerk Jackie Cherry with an assistant 15 to 20 hours a week McKee will learn all the clerk's responsibilities so she not only can help Cherry, but also will be able to run the of­ fice when Cherry is sick, on vacation or for some reason not in the office. q As part of her duties, she will attend all Village Council meetings. Cherry said that she is relieved to have someone else learning the clerk’s responsibilities. “I’ve always worried that when I'm not here, no one knows the job." Cherry said. McKee began work June 14, and will earn $6 an hour. A resident of the village since September, when she moved from the Green Lake area. McKee said she applied for the job because it sounded interesting and challenging. Shari McKee "I’ll get to know the village I live in. and one that is also growing very fast." she said. "And it’s a job that will be convenient for me because it’s close to home and to my children’s school. " McKee and her husband. Tom. have two children ages 11 and 10. who attend Caledonia Elementary. She is a Thomapple Kellogg High School graduate, and her previous experience includes working as a computer data entry clerk for the R.J. Reyiokis Tobacco Company in Grand Rapids and as an of­ fice clerk at the Amway Corporation. “I’m looking forward to meeting people as I learn the job and learn more about the village," she said. woman Activities planned at Yankee Springs Caledonia wins award at ‘K’ The Yankee Springs Recreation Area will have a series of activities at the Gun Lake Campground office, open to the public Wednesday through Sunday, June 22-26 The activities are free, but there is a $4 daily fee or an SI8 annual pass to get into any state park. Bill Eberle, park ranger, said that the program was started last year and was such a success that it was expanded this summer It is offered at more than a dozen state parks in Michigan’s Lower Peninsula. The list of activities for this week are: Wednesday, June 22 10 to 11 a.m. — An inter­ pretive walk, led by a park ranger. The topic will center around the lives of “our much needed yet much maligned friends, the insects. " 3 to 4 p.m. — Michigan Turtles: learn about the various species of turtles liv- ing in the state’s lakes, rivers and woodlands. Thursday, June 23 10 to II a m. — Fems and Their Allies: learn interesting facts about these old families of plants, whose ancestors dominated the landscape when dinosaurs ruled the Earth. 3 to 5 p.m. — A two-hour bike hike and island walk for ages 8 and older. Friday , June 24 10 a m. — An interpretive walk, led by a park ranger, focusing on mammals. Millage 8 p.m. — Camp fire. Saturday, June 25 10 to 11 a.m. — An inter­ pretive walk with a park ranger, featuring "Our Feathered Friends. " 6 to 7 p.m. — A scavenger hunt, for young and old alike. Sunday. June 26 10 am. — "Nature Games." with a park ranger. All of the above activities are sponsored by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. continued from page 1 Regan. Gless was the leading vote getter in all precincts, with a total of 914, followed by Nagel with 751. Regan proved to be a strong contender, coming in with 693, only 58 votes behind Nagel. Gless. vice president of consumer lending at the State Bank of Caledonia, and Nagel, a courier-CTV for Federal Express, were sworn in at the June 14 school board meeting. Both said the biggest pro­ blem facing the growing Caledonia school district is providing a quality education for more students, but with less revenue coming in under the new state tax reform laws. Dawn Ngo. daughter of Luon V. Ngo of Caledonia, earned the Bartlett Law Award at an awards ceremony June 9 at Kalamazoo College. The Bartlett award is given to an outstanding student of economics or political science active in extra-curricular ac­ tivities who plans to pursue a career in law. Ngo. one of 67 seniors who received awards, is a graduate of Forest Hills Central High School. Protest Clerk Donna Kenyon ex­ plained that the biggest ex­ pense for weed control is in July. She also said that the bulk of the money doesn't usually come in until September "It would really do us the most good if it came in within 30 days." Kenyon said. The township now has SI 1.600 on hand in that fund This season’s cost for the ser­ vice is $16,000. Boysen also reported that the Duncan Lake sewer exten­ sion on Noffke Drive is on hold right now. It has been approved by the Barry County Drain Commis­ sion. but needs approval by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. There is also a question about who would be responsi­ ble for the extension of the main lateral, which is con­ sidered part of the system. Ed DeRidder brought the request to the Township Board in April. DeRidder wants to sell two lots that now do not have sewer service as an option. Boysen said he would check into the matter further and get more information to the board. Assistant Fire Chief Bob Woodard (who will be chief as of July I), requested approval for the purchase of several items to be used by the train­ ing committee. They include a slide projec­ tor. overhead projector, screen, television cart, and a lectern at a cost of $2,005.89. The board approved his request. Woodard also explained that he would like to replace the demonstration mannequins this fall. The cost of all of these items does not come out of the regular township budget. Donations to the ambulance and fire service are used. Woodard also made an-Xher proposal to add an ambulance service lieutenant. He included descriptions for that position as well as chief, assistant chief, first lieute­ nant. and fine service lieute­ nant (all current positions in the department). With one board member ab­ sent and the amount of infor­ mation to go over, the board chose to table this until the next meeting. Both Woodard and Chief Bob Kenyon reported that that new concrete on the fire sta­ tion approaches were a big improvement In other business, the township board — Approved a write-off of $7,766.02 from the am­ bulance account. That figure comes from the Thornapple Ambulance Part nership program. Medicaid expenses and bad debts — Set fees for obtaining voter registration records at $10 for a disc and 4 cents per name, or 5 cents per name on a paper copy. Clerk Kenyon said that with the number of people running for election, she has received several requests for that infor­ mation and retrieving it is quite time consuming. — Approved payment of $1,728.61 for membership dues in the Michigan Townships Association. continued from page 1 with two realtors. At the recommendation of village attorney Jeff Youngsma, they decided to offer the parcel through a public auction to the highest bidder. The 10 acres is located on State between Lescoa and the Hunter Ridge apartments and has been recently rezoned as medium density residential (R-3). The public sale will be handled through written (and secret) bids. It will be posted in the paper and bidders will have six weeks from the time of posting to send in a bid. The council did reserve the right to reject all bids and set the lowest acceptable price at $40,000, the amount recom­ mended by an appraiser. In other business, the Village Council: — Welcomed Jason Cherry, the new village planner. — Got word that the new police car was on the road and working fine with 3,000 miles already on it. — Was informed that the outside end wall of the village hall would be sided this week. The logo should be redone by the end of the month. — Heard two political candidates briefly: Craig Starkweather who is running for the Michigan Senate for the 23rd District, and Ron Stevenson, a candidate for the Michigan House 87th District seat. Call for Classifieds Phone 795-3345 STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY in the Caledonia Village Council continued from pg. 1 village abandon the two lots adjacent to his home and split the property between himself and his neighbor. The council decided it needs more infor­ mation and will contact the other neighbor. — Unanimously approved a recommendation by the Labor Committee to hire Shan McKee as a part-time village office assistant. (See related story.) — Noted that both the Library Board and the Zoning Board of Appeals have open­ ings Residents interested in either board should contact Clerk Jackie Cherry at the village office, 891-9384 COMMERCIAl.-I IABII I1 Y �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml I June 21, 1994 / Page 3 Caledonia Schools establish public improvement fund by Barbara Gail Staff Writer The Caledonia School Board last week agreed to use a $400,000 refund from the state to start a public improve­ ment fund for the district. The one-time windfall was a partial return of money the Caledonia Schools had sent to Lansing as its share of the tax­ based sharing law, which re­ quired out-of-formula districts to send a share of their tax revenues to Lansing for redistribution to districts with little tax base. The law was challenged by several school districts, so the money sat in escrow until the courts struck down the law. By state law. a school board may establish a public im­ provement fund for ‘ acquir­ ing. constructing, extending, altering, repairing or equipp­ ing public improvements or public buildings Money placed in such a fund may not be used for any other purpose. In its resolution creating the fund, the board agreed that the action is in the best interest of the district and its residents, in order to provide for funds needed from time to time for various public school improvements School Business Manager Judi Dean said in her report that the Finance Committee felt the best use of the money would be investing in items like technology or in capital improvements such as the pur- Caledonia School Board approves $17 million budget by Barbara Gall Staff Writer The Caledonia School Board last week approved a 1994-95 budget for revenues estimated at $17,161,283. based on the latest figures pro­ vided the district by the state Expenditures are estimated at $16,960,323. The “excess” revenue of $200,960 is being held while the board completes a thorough survey of the district's staffing needs, ex­ plained Caledonia Schools Business Manager Judi Dean. ‘‘Since we had 10 retirements last year, but a growth in school population, we want to be sure the needs of all our students are being met.” she said. “The board is working on the most cost effective ways of meeting those student needs, but we don’t know yet if or how many new staff we may have to hire,” she said. She reported an anticipated fund balance of $2,209,459 as of June 30. 1995. This is the first budget figured under the Proposal A formula approved by voters in March. At the district’s budget hearing Tuesday. Dean ex­ plained that under the new school tax law, each district will receive a foundation, or minimum per-pupil grant, based on 1993-94 revenues □ Dean said the budget also is from local taxes and from based on the assumption that state revenues. Last year, the Caledonia all staff salaries and benefits district received $15,620,445, will be frozen at the 1993-94 or $6,210 per pupil, from level. Salary negotiations, local property taxes and from state funds sent to cover the however, are still under way. Another significant feature cost of state-mandated pro­ grams like special education of this year's operating budget is that each of the district’s and transportation. Last year, the state also paid five school buildings, for the for employee retirement, second year in a row. is cut­ which this year becomes the ting its budget by 10 percent. This reduction reflects one responsibility of each local of the recommendations of the district. Dean said. The passage of Proposal A Parent Advisory Council, has created an all-new look to which spent six weeks with the funding of school opera­ school board and ad­ ministrative staff members tions. however Instead of all property taxes studying the budget needs of going to fund the local school the school district. The school board already district, the state now will receive the first six mills adopted many of the PAC levied on all properties, both recommendations in an earlier homestead and non­ round of budget cuts. “The biggest change we homestead These mills then will be now are facing is that growth redistributed statewide to in our revenues will be less, Michigan public schools on a but the growth in expenditures (for the district) will be per-pupil basis. The only local tax dollars greater,” Dean told the the Caledonia Schools will board. Complete copies of the new receive for operations are those generated by the 18-milI budget are available at the non-homestead tax approved Caledonia Community School by district voters in the June office, 203 E. Main St. 13 school election. The district still will receive the 4.167 mills approved by voters in bond issue requests, but those mills are dedicated strictly to funding the con­ struction of new buildings. . cornerstone ra renlty inc* 4611 N. Middleville Road - Middleville 795-7933 891-1551 681-2834* Steve Donker presents the CHS state champion 3200 M relay team a Caledonia ‘C for their achievement. From the left are Barb Warner, Karyn Duba and Shan­ non Houseman. Not pictured is relay team member Sarah Parbel. Duba also was the individual champion in the 3200 M run. chase of land or facilities. In other business, the board: — Tabled the issue of in­ tramural sports so the com­ mittee working on the pro­ gram can get some parent opi­ nion. An intramural program at the middle school is scheduled to begin this fall. — Approved the district budget for 1994-95. (See related story.) — Turned down a grievance filed by district bus drivers, who asked to be paid for the two days added to the school year as makeup for snow days. The district had six snow days last year, for which the drivers already have been paid. Because a district is allowed only four snow days in a school year, it had to add two days in June. The drivers are asking for pay for those two days. The board said it believed because the drivers had been paid for the snow days that it has met its contract requirements. The next step in the grievance process is arbitration — Set Wednesday, July 6 for its reorganization meeting, which by law must be held before July 11. Peop/e may sayUvas-born yesterday but I'm already worriedabyyt the future. H's ..because of something4my Daddy calls "inflation" I'm not sure what it means but I know it could affect my chanced of going to "college" someday. Whatever that is! Middleville blood drive set for June 27 The time for rolling up the sleeve, relaxing for a bit, and donating a pint of blood is at hand. The next Middleville blood drive is scheduled for Mon­ day. June 27, from 1 to 6:45 p.m., at the First Baptist Church. “Donating blood is impor­ tant all the time. But, sum­ mertime puts a big demand on blood supplies. “We need everyone to share that pint of life,” said Vickie Rick, area blood drive organizer. Rick also said that by mov­ ing the drive to the church that is located just north of Mid­ dleville on M-37 has allowed for "easy in. easy out.” when donating The Red Cross will be set­ ting up an additional donation bed because there is more room at the church Rick explains that this also raises the goal for the number of pints collected, since more Red Cross pc r sone 1 are needed Anyone who is at least 17 years old. weighs a minimum of 110 pounds, is in reasonably good health, and | has not given blood within 56 days of the date of the drive is eligible to donate • Rick reminds everyone to bring a friend along io donate blood, too. Before yOurfhild even takea*his first steps there are a few steps you can take to insure a brighter tomorrow. Come and see us about opening a CD or savings account today. FDIC TATE ANK 627 MAIN ST CALEDONIA 3205 68th ST S E DUTTON 303 ARLINGTON MIDDLEVILLE 891-8113 698-6337 795-3361 AU 3 Locations Open AU Day Monday thru Fnday and til Noon on Saturday LCMOCR ALEDON1A �Page 4 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / June 21, 1994 boy was a gracious host, talking with everyone Grand­ parents on both sides were there Eunice Brown attended a birthday hot dog roast Sunday evening. Bruce Marcott gave his Aunt Ruth Womba a birth­ day party hot dog roast and the family was all there. Eunice said they came and got her and took such wonderful care of her. Eunice also at­ tended a garage sale and another event, but I forget what she said Florence Fiala has been golfing, even in the rain. It w as so nice and mas be she got wet. but that didn't bother her. It was nice to have the ram. Bessie Nelson last week had the Literary Club, which always has a good time. There’s not mans there, but they have been together a number of years. Neighbors with... NORMA VELDERMAN .......................... - -------------- -.............................. —. I had a very wonderful ex­ perience last week I was go­ ing to get my hair fixed and I wanted to practice with my cane because I haven't done it lately. In going down West Main and getting close to the bridge, someone Upped me on the arm and asked. “Where are you going? You're right toward the mid­ dle of the road . " You can im­ agine how surted I was and I asked her name. She said, “Marilyn Whitney. Marian Martin’s daughter. ” What a thoughtful thing to do! I gave her a hug for being such a great gal Bernice Bigler s being do­ ing well, after me being unable to gat a hold of her for three weeks. She's been busy working some and hurting some. Lib Palmer attended Greg Mattzon’s graduation/open house on Sunday Her niece. Doris Olson, and friend stop­ ped in to visit Sunday. Virginia Root attended her first great-grandson s graduation/open house at his mother’s (Sharon Shatter­ fields) home. They placed Virginina right by the door, greeting all the family there. They had a good time. The Michael Hart's aunt and friend came over and put in a basketball court for Michael. The whole family went to Great America Fridayand came back Sunday Beth Verlinde said they had one meal off their strawberry patch, but something doesn't know what, maybe a chip­ munk. has taken a bite out of all the ripe ones and doesn’t bother w ith the green ones So they’ve only had one meal out of their strawberry bed so far. Rose and Ken Morgan went to see his sister and husband by Detroit before they w ill be moving back to Oklahoma Ann Bartlett said that daughter Kate has moved to Michigan State University, where her friends are. this summer. Ann misses her. but like all of our children, they fly the coop and we have to let them go. I was thinking about Marilyn Whitney. Marian Martin's daughter, and it made me remember Uncle Albert and Aunt Bert Wierenga. They were always so good to me when I stayed out here in the summer. I can remember one time they asked me to go along to the Ionia Free Fair. Aunt Audy and Un­ cle George weren’t going, and I was really excited to go. I had only 50 cents, but that was a lot of money. Before I got in the car. Uncle Albert gave me $5. quietly telling me to have a good time at the fair. I felt like a rich gal with so much! Rides were only 5 and 10 cents. I never forgot that. He loved kids so much Marian really had wonderful parents and now Marilyn's just like Marian, with the same sweetness and thoughtfulness We had a lot of tfiin this weekend We have a small field of horse hay. Dirk has a man from the Netherlands who came over to help us bale hay. along with Cay's horse friends who volunteered to help One of the guys. Doug, had never seen hay baled and was strictly a city boy. so he really had a lot of fun. Another girl. Liza, came over to ride and she pitched in and helped with the hay instead. So we gout , our “huge’’ crop of hay in the bam Satur­ day afternoon Then it rained that night. What perfect tim­ ing. It seems so nice to have the young kids fooling around, men acting macho for the girls, and typical stuff that you forget happens It was a lot of fun. Jack and Jerry Spencer took out their daughter. Carol Stat­ ion. for her birthday dinner this last weekend. See 'Neighbors' on page 5 LOCAL CHURCH kW DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church — Serving a Living Lord SUNDAY...... 9:45 a.m., 11:00 a.m. & 6 00 p.m. WEDNESDAY........................Family Fellowship Prayer It Bible Study 7:00 p.m. 7240 68th Street, SE — Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor. Rev Brian F. Harrison Youth Pastor, Darrel L. Schrock Music, Jeffery C. Vander Heide CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A church with a caring heart for our community and the world'' Sunday Services....... 9:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. M-37 at 100th St., Caledonia, Ml Church Office: (616) 891-1512 Rev. Gerald Van Oyen Al Tiemeyer Community Calling LAKESIDE FIRST BAPTIST COMMUNITY CHURCH CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville Bruce N. Stewart, Pastor Lee Taylor, Assistant Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer Word of Life Clubs WELCOME TO Gaines United Brethren Church Kalamazoo Avenue at 92nd Street Caledonia. Michigan Telephone: 696-8252 Pastor Mark Beers 9:45a.m. 11:00 a.m. 6:00p.m. .6:45p.m. 6:45p.m. I — IK-"RmI ~ T~ .FFjj Pastor Scott Taylor Reaching People With Christ 8:30 am to 9:30 am — First Worship Service 9.30 am to 9:45 am — Coffee Fellowship 9:45 am to 10:45 am — Sunday School 10:45 am to 11:00 am — Coffee Fellowship 11:00 am to 12:00 — Second Worship Service Nursery and Childrens Church will be provided during both services. "Set an example In speech, in lite, in love, in faith and in purity.” 1 Timothy 4:12 Phone 891-9259 Rev Roger Timmerman, Pastor WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 8546 Whitneyville Ave at 84th St •891-8661 where evertxxh is somebody. .. . . and Jesus Christ is lord" 'The Church Services at 9:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Worshipping at Kettle Lake School on Whitneyville Rd. South of 68th Street Sunday School.......................................9 30 a m. Sunday Morning Worstvp..................... 10.30 a m. Sunday Evening Worship......................600 p.m. Wed Midweek Prayer & Btie Study......7:00 p.m. Her w®ar Dotxr hasfor Store Joaoon. RaOor / Uta? woney Ouse Dr CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST "God Cares for You” Church School.................. 9:30 a.m. Choir Practice ................. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service.............. 10:30 a.m. 250 Vine Street Church Office 891-8669 Parsonage 891-8167 Rev. Bobby Dale Whitlock Barner Free • M-37 between Caledonia & Middleville Sunday Worship Services 8:30 or 11:00,6:00 Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Children's Church/Youth Worship during morning service*. Sunday Morning Worship Canway Si. puppet ministry for K4th during evening servm (Interpreted for hearing impaired).................... 9:30a.m. Sunday School................................................ 11:10a.m. Sunday School.................................... 9:45-10:45 Sunday Evening Service..................................... 6:30p.m. Wednesday Night “Family Night”...... 6:45-8:15 Pioneer Club Includes Adventure Club, Choirs for Children and Adults. High (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday................. 6:30 p.m. School Youth Group and Adult Classes Prayer Meeting - Wednesday..................... 7:00 p.m. For information call: 891-8119 Youth fellowship - Sunday......................... 5:00 p.m. RAY TOWNSEND, Pastor TIM DOUBLESTEIN, Youth Director 891-8028 St. Paul Lutheran Kraft Ave & 84th St., Caledonia, Ml. (Missouri Synod) "Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. '" Rom. 12:10 First Service............................................... 8:30a.m. Morning Worship Service............. 10:00 a m Sunday School.......................................... 9:45a.m. Sunday School........................................ 11:15a.m (Fellowship Coffee 9:45 a m. to 10:00 a.m.) Evening Worship Service........................ 6:00p.m Bible Classes............................................10:00a.m. Second Service........................................ 11:00a.m. YOU ABE INVITED (All Services have a Nursery available) Saturday Evening Mass....................... 5 00 p.m. Sunday Mass..................9:00 a m A 11:00a.m. REFORMED Peace Reformed Church 708 West Main Street Rev. James Cusack Proclaiming the Historic Reformed Faith. Rev. Bernard Mulder, Pastor 868-6306 MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street INDEPENDENT i ml Sun. Morning Worship........... 10:00 a.m. Evening Service....................... 6:00 p.m. LEIGHTON UNITED METHODIST CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH KETTLE LAKE ffiK. CHRISTIAN REFORMED 6201 Whitneyville Avenue Cornerstone Wesleyan Church Meeting at the Comer of Wood School Rd. and Wing Rd. Services — Sunday School.............. ,1000 a_m. Morning Worship. ivOOa.m Evening Worship............... ......... 6 00 p.m. Pastor Jeffrey Lee Phone 795-7076 Rev. Robert Gerke Office: 891-8688 Church: 891-9878 795-3667 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH MIDDLEVILLE and PARMELEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES r 111 Church Street 12200 Chief Noonday Road (al Gun Lake) Wayland, Michigan 49346 • 795-7903 Barrier Free / Programs for All Ages i Sunday Wonhip 10.00 am JL. Sunday School Parmelee Morning Worship................... 9.30a.m Middleville Sunday School............. 9:45 a m Middleville Worship....................... 1100 a.m Rev. Lynn Wagner — 795-3798 Rev. Carroll Fowler — 765-5316 1115 • «*» Wednesday 6 00 p m XgJ'1 ■nuBKfl Church Office Phone - 795-9266 (Jl|c COM ®imr (Church 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto, Michigan 49302 Sunday School............... 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship........... 11 00 a m. Evening Worship.............. 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting/ Children's Classes........ 7:00 p.m. Rayle Bailard, Pastor - 868-6437 - The Reorganized CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST of Latter Day Saints 8 8146 68th Si near Whitneyville Ave. 4% Church School, Sunday.................. L. 10 00 am Morning Worship 11.00 a.m. Eyenmg Worship....... 6:00 p.m Wed Fellowship....... 7:30pm (in homes or church) call Pastor Lloyd DeVormer Sr. 897-7407 �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I June 21. 1994 / Page 5 KCEA scholarships go to children of Caledonia educators The Kent County Education Association has announced that Brent Boncher of Caledonia and Rebecca McDougall of Grandville are the recipients of this year's KCEA scholarships. Each student will receive a $500 award. The association each year sponsors a scholarship pro­ gram to help defer college costs for KCEA members' children. The student must be planning to attend either a four-year college, a training institute or a vocational school. The student also must be a senior in high school at the time of application with one or more parents an active KCEA member. The student, however, does not have to attend a Kent County school to be eligible. McDougall's mother, Janice McDougall, teaches at Caledonia Elementary and her father. Don. teaches in the Northview district. Becky is a 1994 graduate of Grandville High School, where she ranked 12th in a class of 264. She was a member of the school’s Science Olympiad Team, the National Honor Society and earned an academic letter two con­ secutive years. She also participated in school musicals and was a member of the GHS Marching Band and symphonic band, and was chosen for the Western Michigan All-Star Band and the All-State Honors Symphonic Band She was guest clarinet with the Grand Valley State University Wind Ensemble and earned top ratings in the Michigan District and Slate Solo and Ensemble contests. She received the Letter of Commendation from the Na­ tional Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test, and was chosen a Grandville Rotary Club Student of the Week. Outside school, she is active with her church, works with autistic students and tutors in Spanish and math. She was chosen one of two students to serve on the Grandville School Improve­ ment Team and was a Girl Scout. In addition to the KCEA award, she received a Pepsi Cola Shcolarship. the Eric Kinney Memorial Music Scholarship and a Taylor University Dean's Merit Scholarship. She plans to begin her col­ lege studies at Taylor Univer­ sity in Upland. Ind., where she will major in math and education. Boncher is a 1994 graduate of Caledonia High School. Brent Boncher where his mother, Marilou. is a teacher. He ranked third in his class, and was active in student government, serving as representative, vice president and president of the Student Congress. He was a member of the National Honor Society, a class officer, and participated in school musicals, the school's band, jazz band and Cboralaires vocal ensemble. He played on the varsity soccer team, earning ailconference and all-region honors, and was a finalist in the Michigan High School Athletic Association Scholar­ Becky McDougall ’87 TK graduate |ENGAGEMENT earns law degree Jeaninc D. Sunder received her juris doctor degree from Albany Law School of Union University on Saturday. May 28. She earned the Domenick L. Gabrielli Award for the best brief for Appellate Moot Court Competition. A graduate from Thomap­ ple Kellogg High School in May of 1987. Slander graduated with distinction and earned James B Angell honors, earned her bachelor of arts degree from the University of Michigan in 1991. She is the daughter of Jim and Gwen Slander of Middleville. Newton - Ringleka Jerry and Kathy Newton are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Tammy Sue Newton to Michael David Ringleka. The bride-to-be is a 1990 graduate of Thornapple Kellogg High School and a 1993 graduate of Davenport College. She is employed at T.E. Murch’s (Woodland Mall) and at Professional Neighbors continued from page 4_____—The Thomapple Heritage Meeting will be June 22. at Char Finkbeincr's cottage at Duncan Lake. I said last week that it was to be a potluck din­ ner, but it isn’t. My error. It’ll be just the regular meeting at ' 7:30 p.m. I got a hold of Mike’s daughter. Kelly, when I called Lois Bremer and she said that she had a birthday party Sun­ day night. There was a lot of Water Gardening Water lilies, water plants, gold fish and koi. Also installation of waterfalls and ponds. Apol’s Lanscaping Company • 6W-1030 ...or call for an appointment to visit our ponds and water gardens at 9340 Kalamazoo, Caledonia family there It was Kelly’s 12th birthday Lou Ward said that their granddaughter from Battle Creek is staying with them for a week, so they’re having a good relaxing time. Maureen Robinson said they’ll be busy with strawber­ ries now. They have a wonderful crop, short in dura­ tion, but the crop is good. They’re just starting. Mary Haywood spent a week in Paw Paw and had a very good time. I’ve been try­ ing to get her thinking she was sick, but she was in Paw Paw. Edith Miller was so proud because her grandson David is the drum major for the Thor­ napple Kellogg Band. The band led the march at Disneyland. Duane Thatcher told Edith it just made his life because that was the epitome UNS'ATIONS Your Area Tanning Center 891-4040 9790 Cherry Valley Road (M 37) SatvtUar Prelect X4. of his goal for working with the band that the) got to lead the actual band The) were chosen from other bands. Edith was so proud. Nellie Solomon said that she took Kurt out under the tree, before the rain storm. With just a few fruit trees, Ed had had to dig down 14 inches before he could find any moisture at all. That’s how dry it was. Fortunately, Satur­ day we got rain, and on Mon­ day. Not hurting as bad, but we can always use more. Glen Miller read or found out that com has to have 30 percent moisture before it will sprout and beans have to 50-60 percent to sprout. Our com did start in the garden, but have been a little small. This should help them out. Elaine Northrup’s family went motorcycling and she was there all by herself, relaxmg and enjoying being herself. Barb Stauffer had to put their old dog to sleep because he was hurting so bad. Now they have another dog, and she has called him Bingo. It seems to good to come home and have a silly dog wanting to play with her. She missed it during the lime they were without a dog. 10% credit <m transfer or renewal. Get a 10% credit on your premium »ben you transfer an existing insurance policy io W oivenne Mutual. or renew your existing Wolverine policy And get complete protection for your cycle • t oserage for tough-to-insure bikes • NO surthante ’> HerleyDuvulsc ns • Special credit for dressers tour bikes) • Optional medical payment coverage • Brued form cUlisaon if it s not your fault we waive the deductible Pharmacy. The future groom is the son of Dan and Sue Ringleka. He is a 1993 graduate of Thor­ napple Kellogg High School. He is employed at Warmar on 68th Street. 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Boncher plans to attend the University of Michigan this fall. real estate Call for more information. KEVIN MEATON 948-8152 Home: 1-800-241-5253 792-9105 �Page 6 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I June 21, 1994 Festivities scheduled for July 2 Caledonia set for Independence Day celebration Street will be followed by the noon opening ceremonies at Lakeside Park with State Senator Richard Posthumus presiding. The Voices of Freedom Choir, comprised of the Alaska and Middleville Bap­ tist Church choirs, will sing the National Anthem and some patriotic songs to set the tone of the day. From that time, visitors will by Barbara Gall Staff Writer The Caledonia I n dependence Day festivities will begin at II a m. Satur­ day, July 2, when the wail of fire sirens announce that the traditional parade is about to step out. Bikes, floats, bands, balloons and individual entries are welcome The march down Main It's that patriotic time of year! Entries in the 1994 Caledonia Independence Day parade again will have a chance to display the red. white and blue. (File photo) New Design Full Service Family Hair Styling Salon NEW! Casualwear NEW! & Sportswear 4 TANNERS: 2 Booths & 2 Deluxe Beds - OPEN Monday a Friday 9 to A Tuesday. Wednesday h IWsday 9 to •; Saturday 9 Io J 13% STNKMt CITIZEN DISCOUNT on VSrdn~i» We use and recommend products by Caledonia Village Center (M-37) • 891-9257 — As Always, Walk-ins Are Welcome — enjoy a wide range of ac­ tivities throughout the park and on the central stage The e ver-popular tractor pull will roar to life at 12:30 pm. in contrast to the more melodious sounds produced by the Thomapple River Valley Dulcimer Society, which will perform American folk musk and old favorites at 1 p.m. on center stage. Also at 1 p.m . the second annual softball contest bet­ ween Caledonia and Mid­ dleville youth league baseball coaches will get under way. as will the frog and turtle races, which feature the local superstars of the amphibian and reptile worlds. The Caledonia Community Players will present “A George M. Cohan Review" on stage at 1:30 p.m.. and at 2 p.m. a new addition to the traditional festivities will get under way. Competition for kids and adults will be opened in the celebrations first Scottish Highland Games, whkh this year will feature three events: putting the stone (similar to the shot put), tossing the caber (tossing a log end over end) and tossing the sheaf (pitching a sack of hay over a bar). The Jimmie Stagger Band will provide Chicago-style blues from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m., with country line dancing beginning at 6 p.m. The coun­ try band Solid Ground will follow and provide music from 6 to 8 p.m. Karoake then will give everyone a chance to perform. Ongoing during the after­ noon will be children's games, water games provided by the Caledonia Fire Depart­ ment, food booths and a chance to view a blacksmith at work. The Lions Club will spon­ sor a hole-in-one contest, with the winner receiving use of a new car for an entire year. Fireworks over Emmons Lake at 10 p.m. again will provide a dazzling finale to the day. The Caledonia Community Schools will provide free Do-It-Yourself with our rental The dazzle and color of fireworks again will provide the grand finale to the Caledonia Independence Day celebration, to be held July 2. shuttle bus service to the park from noon to 6 p.m. from the Caledonia Elementary and State Bank of Caledonia park­ ing lots. Handicapped parking 5130°.?. POWERWASH YOUR DECK 3PT Hitch Rototiltef $75” Landscape Rake......... 5 35°.? 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Mrs. Tobias and her husband were engaged in dairy farming in the Hastings area for many years. Later Mrs. Tobias did private Home Nurs­ Benefit pancake breakfast to be held for Paul DeBlaay 4WD Tractor w/Loader is available in the park itself. "We think it’s going to be a great afternoon with something for every member of the family." commented When a friend is in need of help, the Dutton Fire Department firefighters like to lend a hand. So, to help with medical care needed to fight cancer, the men of the Dutton/Gaines Township Fire Department are planning a benefit pancake breakfast for a man who helped (hem fight fire for 10 years. The breakfast is set for Saturday, July 9 with serving from 6:30 to 10:30 a.m. Paul DeBlaay, who has been diagnosed with a uncommon type of cancer, is undergoing treatment at Ann Arbor. The department is counting on the community to show its support for DeBlaay in the same way they have always supported (lie pancake breakfasts firefighters host. Those who would like to make contributions, may send a check to Paul DeBlaay, care of the Dutton Fire Department, 3471 68th St., Caledonia, 49316. Paul and his wife Mary, and have four sons. He works jd^Sohie's ulDuiwd. . ing Care for several years. She Hastings, Bemadine and Ed has made her home in Saraso­ Hall of Lake Odessa, Becky ta, Florida since 1988. and Ross Walter of Sarasota. She was a member of Florida; ten grandchildren; one Women of the Moose. great-grandchildren; sister and Mrs. Tobias was preceded in husband, Dorothy and Leo death by her husband, Kenneth Loftus of Hastings, sister and Tobias in 1972; son, Kyle husband, Margie and Doug Thomas of Flint. Tobias in 1983. She is survived by four sons, Memorial services will be Chuck and Fay Tobias of held Friday, June 24, at 11:00 Grand Rapids, Keith and a.m. at the Wren Funeral Home Vernnie Tobias of Hastings, with Reverend Steven Reid Kevin and Rita Tobias of officiating. Delton, and Kenny Tobias of Memorial contributions Colorado; three daughters may be made to Make a Wish Brenda and Mike Altoft of Foundation. Phone 795-3345 for Sun & News Action-Ads! �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / June 21, 1994 I Page 7 Gov. Engler speaks to Middleville Rotary by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer “Michigan can truly be the best state in the union for small businesses, raising a family, and general growth.” said Gov John Engler at the Middleville Rotary Club meeting Tuesday Engler joined the group for lunch at the Middle Villa as pan of his commitment to visit each county at least once a year. He arrived about noon and took time to mingle with about 60 people, including Mid­ dleville Rotarians and some Hastings Rotary members. Slate Rep Bob Bender, area business people, candidates running for Bender's seat, and even a Lion, District Governor-Elect Rusty Kermeen After lunch, the governor was even targeted by Sargeant-At-Arms Roger Timmerman to be fined along with several others who had to make a contribution to the fund that is collected in a bed pan. Engler was fined S3, one for each of his unborn children. But Bender ended up paying the fine for him when Timmerman said that he remembered that the governor didn't carry cash. Once that business was over. Engler made a brief speech to the group He stressed the changes that have taken place in the state over the past three years, and talked about the future. “Three years ago. Michigan's economy was among the worst of the most populous states. ” Engler said. “Now. we have the lowest unemployment rate on any of them at 5.7 percent. “We’ve added 450.000 new jobs in Michigan. One out of three new jobs created in the nation are in Michigan.” Governor John Engler took time before and after lunch last Tuesday to personally greet people. Engler said that there had been seven lax cuts in 1991 and another one to benefit small businesses was on his desk. He reminded that the pro­ perty tax was reduced drastically and still financing education was a priority . “Our strategy is to bring down the cost of doing business and the cost of rais­ ing a family in our state." he said. Engler added that there has been a reduction in the number of state jobs. That has helped with chang­ ing the deficit in 1991 to a surplus at the end of 1993. "We will have the largest cash reserve at the end of 1994 ever.’’ said the governor. Engler also explained how the state is helping recipients of Aid for Dependent Children. The new social contract that now is mandatory asks that those receiving ADC work at least a part-time job of 20 hours. If they are not work­ ing. it is expected they will be taking job training or doing that much volunteer work. “That increases their op­ portunities to find work,” Engler said. He also said that interna­ tional trade is important for Michigan. Michigan's future depends on learning lessons from mistakes that have been made in the past, according to the governor. Atfl Governor Engler spoke briefly to the Middleville Rotary Club members and several guests at the Middle Villa for a luncheon meeting. Engler stressed that Michigan needs to continue to grow, be competitive, provide training for the workers of tomorrow to continue in the right direction. “It’s a good goal to be the best in the Midwest. But our goal should be to be the best in the world,” he said. Engler also said that he would miss Bender, who is retiring at the end of this year, because of his critical role in the State House. ATTENTION ALL VETS: One of OUR Guys Is Running! /mc?. Caledonia graduate becomes veterinarian Vicki Morin Petsche has been awarded a doctor of veterinary medicine degree from Michigan State Univer­ sity’s College of Veterinary Medicine during commence­ ment and hooding ceremonies campus May 7. Petsche is the daughter of Rex and Cindy Morin of Alto and a 1986 graduate of Caledonia High School. *'Petsche’s veterinary skills STOP uki SEE YOUR CHOICE IS CLEAR. Richard J. Choryan, O.D. DOCTOR OF OPTOMETRY 133 E Main St., Caledonia Ml 891-9224 will be a valuable asset to the public,” said Dr. Waldo Keller, acting dean of the Col­ lege of Veterinary Medicine. “Veterinarians play critical roles in maintaining the world's food supply and pro­ tecting the health of compa­ nion animals and horses. Many pursue careers in public health, biomedical research, and veterinary education.” Graduates of the College of Veterinary Medicine have completed at least two years of college-level prevetennary requirements before entering the four-year professional program. The veterinary pro­ gram includes courses in the basic sciences such as anatomy. microbiology. and pharmacology, as well as classes in causes, detection, treatment and prevention of diseases Veterinary students also receive m-depth clinical ex­ periences in large- and small­ animal surgery and medicine and art trained in professional ethics, business management, and client communications BINGO 9548 Cherry Valley. Caledonia • THURSDAY • Your future is in your hands! Let’s get our money back and prevent future raids on the Michigan Veteran’s Trust Fund! Stay Strong On Aug. 2, Vote Cook! iHtr WHITES PHOTO Former Army Commander Bill Cook. Republican Candidate for the House of Representatives, receives endorsement from Burdet Hayner. Barry County Soldiers & Sailors Commission Member and WW II Vet. Also pledging full support to Cook are. Left to right: Bruce Frank, Vietnam Vet, John McLean, Korean War Vet, Cook &. Hayner, and Joe Beaudry, Korean War Vet “Over 8 years ago, the State borrowed 11.5 Million Dollars from the Michigan Veterans Trust Fund. They NEVER paid it back. War-time Vets, Widows &. Orphans deserve decent benefits. It’s Time to Get Tough! It’s Time to Get Our Money Back! Send a Message To Lansing! STAY TOGETHER...STAY STRONG...VOTE COOK on AUG. 2nd, “OUR” STATE REP. . J<* Beaudn, Chairman Michigan Veterans Trust Fund �Page 8 I The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml I June 21, 1994 See you in September! Caledonia teachers waved goodby to their students as they headed home for summer vocation Tuesday. Following tradition, the Caledonia bus drivers arrived at the schools with horns blaring, signaling the end of another school year. Caledonia Middle School Principal Clock wishes one of his students a good summer Volz TOWING & etf" 1 RECOVERY N0FF (616)795-2200 •----- • F 24 Hour Emergency Dispatch Most major motor clubs accepted. • Unlock • Jump Start • Motorcycle • Flatbed • 4 Wheel Drive • Emergency Tire Repair Vocation may be a welcome time, but it also means a goodby to friends and teachers, for at least a few months. Teacher Shirley Timmer gives one of her students a big hug before buses leave for the last time this school year. For some, it was goodby for more than a summer. Bus driver Barb Rose stops to hua Caledonia Elemen­ tary teacher Harley Mulder on his very last day of school. Mulder retired this year. As the school buses pull awoy, with students waving and calling from the windows, Caledonia Elementary teachers line the sidewalk to wave back. 507 Arlington (M-37) | Middleville. Ml 49333 ‘We re Pulling For You" mm Caledonia Players to do Cohan July 2 On June 23 and 24, at 7:30 with Sam’s Joint of Alaska The Caledonia Community Players will raise their voices p.m., the Players will present and Caledonia. Admission tickets are $4 and kick up their heels in "Play On!” by Rick Abbot at honor of the Yankee Doodle -the Caledonia High School each. The Sam’s Joint Boy, George M. Cohan, at Performing Arts Center. The Package is $25 per couple, Lakeside Park in Caledonia Players have also arranged a and includes dinner for two Saturday, July 2, at 1:30 p.m. special dinner and theatre deal and two tickets to show. The music and dance review, featuring the allAmerican favorites of "The Man Who Owned Broad­ way,” will be the first musical undertaking of the Players. The audience can expect some high stepping, patriotic chorVinyl Siding ding, and plenty of red, white Replacement Windows and blue sparkle. Admission is free as the Free Estimates Licensed Builder Players says "thank you” to the community for the over­ whelming support received for their first full-length play to be staged later this month. Thornapple Roofing & Siding 795-2039 Commercial Building Leighton Methodist plans Bible School Vacation Bible School will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Mon­ day through Friday. June 20-24, at the Leighton United Methodist Church. 4180 2nd St , Caledonia The theme this year will be "Code JESUS, investigating the Good News with Paul." The church is located at 4180 2nd St.. Caledonia. Pastor is the Rev. Ray Townsend For more information, call 891-8028 Located in Middleville on M-37 between Middle Villa & doctors offices. — call Bob at 795-3640 — �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / June 21, 1994 / Page 9 Snowballs didn’t have ‘fighting’ chance in heat by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer A freezer full of last winter's snow, nine kids, and sizzling 90-plus degree days definitely calls for a summer snowball fight. That's exactly what happen­ ed last Thursday morning at the Middleville home of day care provider Vickie Rick This summer chiller has become a tradition at Rick's home, with the snow making its appearance when the ther­ mometer hits that 90-degree mark. Several of Rick's 'kids'' are old hands at this summer fun. But they enjoy it just as much as those who have never done this before. They don't really have an all-out snowball fight because the snow tends to be harder and Rick doesn't want anyone hurt. But there is still of kit of shrieking and dodging going on as the bathing-suit clad kids stuff chunks of the snow down each other's backs and any others who are standing nearby (like the photographer ) However, this activity is short lived, as the hot. beating sun melts the cool snow into water rivelets running down the driveway. Jeremy Johnson found an easy way to get cold feet on a very hot day. ♦ Mott Jansens can't seem snowballs stuck in his hair. to shake loose the Shawn and Colin Wolf J are proud to announce their mom Debra (Bowerman) Wolf ci graduated from college, passed state boards, and is a registered nurse To celebrate this happy occasion the boys will help their grandparents Fred & Pat Bowerman host a Pig Roast Family & Friends are invited to join them June 2bth 12 to 6 p m at 7215 Loop Rd , Middleville Sarah Munjoy finds that it is a lot more fun to stuff snow down someone's back when they're wearing a bathing suit. 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Kettle Lake teacher Diane Blain will always have warm thoughts of a cold place All she’ll have to do is glance at the handmade quilt her third-grade students presented her in memory of the class’ never-ending in­ terest in Alaska. The students surprised Blain with a party to say thank you and goodbye after their two years in her class. Blain had the group for second grade, and then moved up to third grade with them “I thought the room mothers were planning a party as a surprise for the children." said an astonished Blain. "1 just can’t believe they could keep this all a secret.’’ The quilt was a secret pro­ ject, too. with each child mak­ ing a square that showed his or her most vivid recollection of Alaska. 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A Caledonia sled dog racer brought in his dogs and sled for a demonstration, the class adopted a Rocky Mountain wolf, and in short, "just couldn’t get away from Canvas bag purchases can get reward July 2 Area residents who have purchased one of the Caledonia Public Library can­ vas bags or who purchase one by July 2 will get a special reward at the Friends Booksale July 2. The canvas bags, adorned with a line drawing of Deuce, the library cat. have been on sale for more than a year for $6. The bags will again be on sale for $6 at Lakeside Park during the Independence Day Celebration and at the book sale in the meeting room of the library. Those who purchase bags July 2 will get a certificate en­ titling them to four free paper­ back books with the purchsae of four books at the book sale. Those who have purchased bags previously can fill them at the bag sale from 2 to 3 p.m. for the same price (but more books fit in the canvas bags) of $2 per bag as non­ canvas bag owners. The limited edition canvas bags are perfect to carry library books, picnic lunch and groceries. This is a limited edition bag. For more information call 891-1502. Alaska.’’ said Melanie py Birthday" to ‘ Grandpa" Wyma. whose daughter was Don Dean, who has worked with the students one day a in Blain's class. "They were always bring­ week for the last two years ing in articles they saw. or "I'm just overwhelmed." pictures, and that’s why they said Blain decided to make Alaska the "It’s going to be hard theme of the quilt. " enough saying goodbye to this The class gave Blain a cor­ class after two years They’ve sage. cards and gifts and then been such a wonderful group. enjoyed ice cream sundaes. This (quilt) will be a really The students also sang "Hap­ cherished treasure.” FTOTHTH MAXIMIZER™ COMBINES: RIGHT PRICE, RIGHT NOW ■ From 185- up to 260-bp John Deere Maximizer’ combines with exclusive “Power Bulge” and unloading “Power Boost." 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Kclloggsville and Kent City. While final figures are not yet available, it appears only 15 districts turned down the millage requests statewide. These 18-mill levies were necessary to complete the mission of Proposal A and school finance reform started by the Legislature nearly one year ago. The 18-mill non-homestead levies were also necessary because the state Constitution limits the amount of money that can be collected and sent to the state in taxes. We still need to collect some of the funding for schools at the local level. So in addition to the statewide six-mill levy for homestead property, the Legislature and governor agreed on a proposal to augment funding for schools with 18-mills at the local level, levied on all second homes, commercial and industrial proper­ ty. This gives us the six mill statewide tax on homesteads and the 24-mill tax on non-homstead properties (six-mills statew ide and 18 mills locally) promised under Proposal A. Voters deserve a big pat on the back for follow ing through on Proposal A and making this system work. It was not at all a simple task So let’s take a look at where we are today: A year ago. Michigan had the fourth highest property taxes in the nation. 30 percent above the national average and the highest of any Great Lakes region state. Today, our property taxes and sales taxes are 22nd and 23rd in the nation and the property tax burden takes a much smaller chunk out of monthly family income. In addition, the state income tax is at its lowest rate since the 1970s. thanks to a modest, but meaningful, rollback under Proposal A At the same time, the Legislature has put aside $10.2 billion for schools — a record amount — and enacted sweeping charter school legislation and cost-control measures designed to curb runaway spending increases in education. Schools will be encourged to compete and become more in­ novative. Teacher labor groups and local boards of education now have solid incentives to start school on time and settle con­ tracts in a reasonable fashion. Parents and classroom teachers now have a better opportunity to become involved and shape the education of our youth people. Local teacher groups and boards of education deserve a big pat on the back for their recent work. They have been negotiating new contracts that, in many cases, are less than the rate of inflation. They have also endured difficult times of change in the last 12 months. This is revolutionary change that will continue and is inevitable, just as it was in American manufacturing. And though this change has taken its toll on morale, the vast majority of teachers have continued to dedicate themselves to teaching our children. But while we have made significant improvements, it is also important to recognize this is by no means a perfect funding system. However. I believe it is infinitely better than the system left behind. Because more than a dozen school districts turned down their 18-mill questions, it is clear there is work to do. These schools will need that funding to operate programs in the near future. Educators and the communities in those districts must come together, analyze the defeat of their millage elections and en­ sure the message is articulated to voters. Remember, we replaced an archaic and burdensome school funding system — one that was more than a century old — with a new system that celebrated its third month of life on June 15. There will be growing pains. There will be fine-tuning. But because of the foresight of Michigan voters and the careful consideration of a highly confusing issue, our state has a system that is much, much better than the one we left behind. MIDDLEVILLE’S NEW FITNESS FACILITY -BODY MASTERS ■PRECOR STEPPERS ■TECTRIX BIKE MAX'S Eaveys to celebrate 40th anniversary Walt and Mike Eavey of Middleville are celebrating 40 years of marriage (June 27, 1954). 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MIDDLEVILLE RD. ■ 795-4319 E-. -J Just north of the MiddleVilla Inn (behind Dr. Showermans) Eraa SUMMER HOURS: Mon.-Fri. 6 am-8 pm; Sat. 8 am-1 pm �Page 12 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I June 21. 1994 Snakes, frogs invade library for‘Camp Read’ program by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Dozens of children oohed and aahed Thursday evening over the live exhibit of “Animals You Might See at * * Homoowners * Cash Fast * * *1« and 2nd Mortgage purchaaa or refinance • Home or Rental Property * Stow Qedk O.K. *BM Corwoitoatton etc. Teal Easy *Ce« 24 Hour* M SUM Mortgage I Finance Corp 800-968 2221 Free Qualifying Appointment Camp." This hands-on program at the Middleville library was put on by area resident Kim Freeman to kick off the library 's summer reading pro­ gram. Camp Read. Freeman, who is a member of the Michigan Herpetological Society. would tell the kids a little bit about each of the critters and then allow them to touch and get a closer look at each. The kids were hesitant to touch some of the reptiles and amphibians that Freeman brought, like the pincherarmed crayfish or the squigly snakes. Her mini-zoo included several turtles like the pro­ tected box turtle (Freeman has a special permit to keep this one), painted turtle and a softshelled turtle; garter, water, and brown snakes; toads; a large bullfrog named Prince Charming (no one would kiss him to see if he turned into a prince) and leopard frogs, and salamanders. The next program is scheduled for Wednesday. June 22. from 10:30 to 11:15 Kim Freeman, who did the library special presentation, holds the bullfrog, Prince Charming. Because the frog is kind of "jumpy,” Freeman held him and let the kids touch him. JUNE SPECIALS NOVA METRIC RADIAL 70 (Built by Kelly Springfield) All Season Radial SALE REG. 175/70R15 ’48.95 185/70R15 ’51.95 Nova 70 (T6) 185/70R14 ’55.95 195/70R14 ’55.95 205/70R14 ’59.95 SAVE ’11.00 *38.95 *39.95 *40.95 *42.95 ’15.00 ’14.00 ’15.00 ’17.00 £ Reapeat of a Sell-Out • cooper Truck Tire Sale COOPER DISCOVER STE/AST BLEM’S P235/75R15 — (R/W/L) $47 "V > each (if Perfect s72 each) BLEM’S P256/75R15 — (R/W/L) each (if Perfect ’82 each) The reptiles and amphibians brought in for the first special program for the summer reading club were on display before and after the program. Many parents and children got their first look together. a.m., with Gary Dunn of the Young Entomoligist Society. He will encourage the kids to participate and learn to love bugs. These programs are open to the public. Any children who would like to register for the reading program can do that through Thursday, July 14, according to Librarian Judy Kain. Caledonia Library plans t-shirt event The Caledonia branch of the Kent County Library System will hold a t-shirt painting workshop from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Thursday. June 23, to celebrate the fun of summer reading. Children of all ages (6 and under should be accompanied by an adult) can bring in their own freshly-washed t-shirts and stencil on the summer reading club logo and other designs. Paint and art supplies will be provided. For more information, call the youth services department at 336-3253, or the Caledonia Library branch at 891-1502. 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Middleville, Ml I June 21, 1994 I Pa9e 13 Seniors and Parents of TK 1994 Graduation Overnighter offer our sincere thanks to ALL who generously contributed to its success The Caledonia AMBUCS invite the public to sign up for their annual golf outing, to be held at Saskatoon Golf Club Aug. 19. Ready for a practice round at the club are AMBUCS members Shirley Janose, coordinator of the outing, and Don Apsey, AMBUCS president. Caledonia AMBUCS to have charity golf outing Aug. 19 by Barbara Gall Staff Writer The Caledonia AMBUCS (American Business Clubs) will sponsoring their fourth annual golf outing Aug. 19 to benefit the Kent Special Riding Program and other programs for the physically challenged The noon outing will be held at the Saskatoon Golf Club. 9038 92nd St The $50 entry fee includes an 18-hole round of golf with cart and snacks, and a steak dinner following golf, with door prizes for all participants. The event also will feature a hole-in-one contest with a minimum $5,000 prize, said Shirley Janose. who is coor­ dinating the outing. Area residents interested in signing up for the day will find registration forms available at many area businesses, including DeVries Insurance. Caledonia Auto Parts. Caledonia Travel and 15 from Middleville chosen to All-Barry County team Middleville had 15 student-athletes chose to the All-Barry County team last week. Caledonia D & W will be conducting open interviews on Thursday, June 23 from 10 a.m. -3 p.m. Part-time entry level position available. Must be 18 or older to apply. Application are needed and are available at any D & W Store. E.O.E. FACTORY WORK FACTORY JOBS - At companies located near the Kent County Airport and on south end of Grand Rapids are available. All shifts, all experience levels. Assembly • Plastic Injection Trim and Punch Press Hilo Drivers • Stack/Pack ...and many other openings Apply 8 a.m.-4 p.m. weekdays with 2 pieces of ID. ■■■■■ St ■■ 507 %th st •s E G'anc Aa; (about 1 mile East ot U.S. 13H PEOPLEMARK Equal c •«Opportunity ’« Employer wortfoneX the Caledonia Farmers Elevator. Registrations should be returned by Aug. 5. Questions about AMBUCS or the golf outing should be directed to Janose (891 -0090) or to Barb Pietrangelo (956-1115. extension 17) dur­ ing business hours. The team, chosen from recommendations made by coaches, individual statistics and, in the case of the track team, from the winners at the Barry County Meet, was featured in last week’s (June 16) Hastings Banner. Named to the All-county girls track team were Carla Ploeg and Jessica VanAmen. Ploeg won the long jump and the 200-meter dash at the county meet and VanAmen won the 800-meter run. For the All-county baseball team, Nathan Bundy was chosen to the infield and Dwight Wade to the catcher’s position. Becky Holwerda and Amanda Osborne were cho­ sen to the All-county softball team for the infield. Traci Campbell was one of two pitchers chosen and Vikki Jansen was picked at the catcher’s position. Britt Haraburda and Kendra Weatherhead were picked as forwards for the soccer team, Katie Polhemus was chosen as a midfielder and Tara Titus as sweeper. Amy Ybema, Kerri McNees and Amy Missad were chosen to the All-county golf squad. — Call for — CLASSIFIEDS Ptace Your Ache^sing Message Here • 795-3345 • Mti 5 worm tor ‘175 K)‘ P* wore I TOW p«v ** aoance you save W DAng charge beodtoe ts Fnday at 4.-00 ojfc Dr. Thomas Anderson Hastings Orthopedic Clinic Apsey Automotive Aquinas College Hodges Jewelry Baby Bliss Babylon Hair & Tanning Salon J & S Service J-Ad Graphics Barry County Lumber Janose’s Convenience Store American Legion Post *45 American Legion Auxiliary Unit *45 Kentwood Schwinn Kow Pattie Saloon Bittersweet Ski Lodge Loek’s Theaters Bosley Pharmacy Scott McKeown, CPA Bouma Corporation E.W. Bliss Co. Blair’s Pet & Garden Supplies Meijer, Inc. Middleville Doctors Hulst Cleaners Bradford White Middleville Tool & Die Miller Real Estate Bruce’s Frame & Alignment Mountain Falls Putt Putt Dr. Charles Caldwell Eldon Newmyer, D.C. Caledonia Dance Center Tom Otto Turkey Farm Caledonia Auto Parts Pastoor’s Market Caledonia Printing Caledonia Travel Pharmacy Care Caledonia Village Hardware Phil’s Pizzeria Riverbend Golf Course Caledonia Oil Co. Riverbend Travel Cannonsburg Ski Lodge Roush’s Tax Service Cove Distributors, Inc. Sam’s Other Joint Dr. Richard Choryan Saskatoon Golf Club Circle Inn Clark Seidl J.L. Schwartz Insurance Agency Country Town Floral Shamrock Tavern Crystal Flash - Middleville Crystal’s Quick Stop II - Middleville Shear Pleasure D & W Food Center Davenport College State Farm Insurance State Bank of Caledonia Seif & Sons Sinke’s Service Doug’s Auto Service Steensma Plumbing Felpausch Food Center Sunsation Swamp Fox Restaurant Barry & Beverly Swanson Denise Dragoo The Firm TKEA Flex Fab Flying Horseshoe Ranch T.G.I.F. Thomapple Valley Comm. Credit Union Freeport Auto Freeport News Freeport Elevator Fruitbasket Flowerland Thomapple Valley Equipment, Inc. Thomapple Kitchen Timber Ridge Ski Lodge Tires-R-Us Vandyken Disposal G &. G Pork Farm Gun Lake Women’s C. Gavin’s Chevrolet VFW Post *5363 Geukes Market WBCH - Radio Hair We Are WBCT - B93 WOOD - Radio Harmony House Hastings Bowl Hastings Chrysler Westside Beer Distributors White’s Photography Woodland Truck Hastings City Bank Yankee Springs Golf Course Hastings Med Group If hate omiad anyone are smcereLy sorry. Without the support of so many. paduaoon overnight pannes uould not he possible Thanks ogam 1994 (graduation Overnight Committee �Page 14 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / June 21, 1994 Middleville Council Minutes Moy 24, 1994 Provident Myers colled the meeting to order ot 7 00 p m Present: French, Oliver. Schellinger, Stogroy, and VondenBerg Absent Bray Guests None Minutes of the Moy 10. 1994 meeting were approved os amended Agendo approved os printed Schellinger Chairperson of Property Committee presented Committee's recommendation to advertise Village property. Discussion held. Schellinger moved that Council list 10 acres of Village property with realtors and price be determined based on recommendation of Property Committee, property located between Lescoa ond Hunter apartments. Support by VondenBerg Ayes oil. Carried Myers recommended to Coun­ cil the re-appointment of John Miller to the Housing Commis­ sion. Schellinger moved that Council approve the re­ appointment of John Miller to the Housing Commission for a five year term to expire April 30 1999 Support by VondenBerg Ayes all. Carried. Schellinger moved that Coun­ cil approve the following bill from the Middle Villa Inn for $547 60 for Mayor Exchange Day activities lunch and dinner Sup­ port by Stogroy Ayes all. Carried. Council ond Manager Monshum reviewed the Manager's Report Site Review Committee ap­ proved the construction pion for lot 1 of the Industrial Paris. Letter sent to County in regards to Alfred Hoopers sewer problem With no further business. Stogroy moved for adjournment. Support by Oliver. Ayes all. Car­ ried Meeting adjourned at 7:35 p.m. Cheryl Hooper Villoge Cleric (400) ORDINANCE NO. 94-9Z AN ORDINANCE to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS: 8885 - 76TH ST. S.E. Section I. The Zoning Ordinance of the Charier Township of Caledonia is hereby amended by the amendment of Section 4 2 thereof, the Zoning Map, so as to .ezone the following described lands from the R-1 Low Density Single Family District to the R-R Rural Residential District: That part of the South half. Southeast quarter of Section 11 Town 5 North, Range 10 West described as Commencing at the South quarter corner of said section; thence North 00 degrees 23' West 662.72 feet along the West line of said Southeast quarter; thence North 89 degrees 59’ East 660.0 feet along the South line of the North 660 feet of said South half. Southeast quarter to the place of beginning, thence continuing North 89 degrees 59’ East 661.0 feet; thence North 00 degrees 23‘ West 660.0 feet; thence South 89 degrees 59* West 661.00 feet along the North line of said South half, Southeast quarter, thence South 00 degrees 23’ East 660.00 to the place of beginning Together with an easement for ingress and egress and utility purposes over the East 33 feet of the West 953 feet of said South half Southeast quarter, except the North 660 feet thereof Section 2. This ordinance shall become effective upon its publication or upon publication of a summary of Its provisions in a local newspaper of general circulation. Ayes: Nays: ORDINANCE DECLARED ADOPTED. (405) JUNE 21,1994 TO THE RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS OF YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN and OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS; NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION Date: JULY 21, 1994 Time: 7:30 P.M. Place: Yankee Springs Township Hall 284 N. Briggs, Middleville, Ml 49333 Purpose: To consider request from David and Laurie Smith to rezone property on the north side of Willson Drive from Agricultural to Residential Low Density and to change the Master Plan. Legal Description; A parcel of approximately 2.94 acres located in Section 23, Town 3 North, Range 10 West, Yankee Springs Township, Barry County, Ml. The western p rtion of Parcel •0816-023-012-35. Complete description available at Township Hall Owner of Record: David C. and Laurie A. Smith To 244 Inca Drive S.W., Grand Rapids, 49548 Purpose: To consider request from William Minch to rezone property at 1225 S. Briggs, Middleville. Ml from Rural Residential to Commercial and to change the Master Plan. Legal Description: A parcel of land in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 20, Town 3 North, Range 10 West, described as commencing at the Northeast comer of the Southwest 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 20. thence North 89 deg West 538 ft., thence South 18 ft., thence South 89 deg. East 538 ft., thence North 81 ft. to the place of beginning Parcel •0816-020-024-00 Owner of Record: William and Paula Minch 777 S. Briggs Rd , Middleville, Ml 49333 Material pertaining to the above subjects may be examined at the township hail by ap­ pointment with the clerk. Yankee Springs Township will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed matenal being con­ sidered at the heanng upon five (5) days notice to the Yankee Springs Township Clerk Individuals with disabilities requmng auxiliary aids or services should contact the Yankee Springs Township Clerk by writing or calling the Clerk at the address or telephone number listed herein Harvey E. Vander Bee. Clerk Telephone 795-9091 «02) CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP BOARD June 15. 1994 The regular meeting of the Caledonia Township Board was colled to order ot 7:08 p.m. Present: Gorbow. R. DeVries. Gould. J. DeVries. Jousma. Snyder Absent Die I eman. MINUTES: Approved as printed. BILLS: Questions on Mason Publication bill. Moved J. DeVries, support R. DeVries to pay bills os printed. Ayes: Garbow Gould. R DeVries. J. DeVries. Jousma. Snyder. Mo­ tion Carried TREASURER AND BUILDING INSPECTOR REPORT Reviewed WIERSUM REZONE OR­ DINANCE 494-9Z: 1st Reading. Rezone from R-1 to RR. PUBLIC WATER SUPPLY SYSTEM: Reviewed Moved Snyder, support J. DeVries to approve the resolution for the Public Water Supply System. Ayes: R. DeVries. J. DeVries. Jousma, Snyder, Garbow. Gould. Motion Carried. VALLEY POINT WEST: 2nd reading. Reviewed. Moved Jousma. support J. DeVries to accept recommendation of the Planning Commission for amendment No. I of Valley Point West Industrial Park Plann­ ed Unit Development. Ayes: J. DeVries, Jousma, Snyder, Garbow. Gould, R. DeVries. Motion Carried. Discussion on building inspec­ tion department. ORDINANCE *94-3 457 DEFER RED COMPENSATION Review ed. Clerk Snyder stated that part of Planner VanderPloeg's full time status was for putting 5% into some pension plan. With the 457 plan it is a volunteer defer­ red compensation. We need to give Planner VanderPloeg a 5% raise and then he will put the 5% bock into a 457 plan. Moved Snyder, support J. DeVries to give Planner VanderPloeg a 5% raise. Ayes: Jousma, Snyder, Garbow. Gould. R. DeVries, J. DeVries. Motion Carried. VERMEULEN: Mr. Vermeulen reviewed how his lawsuit settle­ ment come about. How he felt the $8,(XX).00 was unfair. He is willing to set aside 5 acres for a neighborhood park instead of the money. How much was spent for attorney fees for that suit? (50,000.00. We should at least recoup the attorney fees. Gould recommends against changing settlement. R. DeVries has pro­ blems with changing what took olot of effort Moved Garbow support Snyder to wait 30 days and hove Gorbow. Gould and either Dieleman or Snyder look into options. Ayes: Snyder Gar­ bow. Gould. DeVries J. DeVries. Abstain: Jousma. Mo­ tion Carried Gould would en courage Mr VerMeulen to make payment in good faith Meeting will be set up for Wednesday June 29th. 1994 at 8:00 o.m. PERSONNEL COMMITTEE R. DeVries reviewed Deputy Treasurer Charlene Veenstra yearly review Personnel com­ mittee recommends a .50 on hour raise. Moved J. DeVries, support Jousma to approve the personnel committee recom­ mendation Ayes: Gould. R. DeVries. J. DeVries. Jousma. Snyder. Garbow. Motion Carried. PLANNING COMMISSION REPORT Reviewed minutes. Discussion on Jim Steketees buildings. In violation of P.U.D. Would like to hove Planner VanderPloeg look ot them ond report what is not in compliance. ELECTION WORKERS AP POINTMENT Moved J. DeVries, support Gould to approve workers os printed. Ayes: R. DeVries. J. DeVries. Jousma. Snyder. Garbow. Gould. Motion Carried. HISTORICAL COMMITTEE AP­ POINTMENT Moved Gould sup­ port R. DeVries to re-appoint Barb Waite to the Historical Committee. Ayes: Garbow, Gould. R. DeVries, j. DeVries. Jousma. Snyder. Motion Carried. COMPUTER: Discussion on a new computer for Assessor. Need to upgrade printer also Tope drive backup 8 mb memory Moved Jousma sup­ port R. DeVries to approve pur­ chase of up to (2.500.00 Ayes J. DeVries. Jousma. Snyder Gorbow. Gould R. DeVries. Mo­ tion Carried LIBRARY BOARD REPORT Jousma gave report Roof leaks (500 00 local contribution. Addi­ tional staff if district library foils Resolution for County to roll bock if district library posses. Gordon Jousma will donate top soil to be put around east side of building. OTHER BUSINESS Sterling Col or resolution for moving to Kent wood. School using voting machines. Pre printed envelopes for tax bills. Bushes trimmed and weeds pulled Moved Gould, support Snyder to adjourned at 9:45 p.m Ayes Snyder. Garbow. Gould. R. DeVries. J. DeVries. Jousma. Respectfully submitted Patricia Snyder. Clerk (407) SYNOPSIS • YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP BOARD MEETING June 9. 1994 Meeting called to order by London. Present: London. Cook. Herold. Vander Bee and 27 visitors. Minutes of May 12. 23 and Financial Report of Moy 31 ac­ cepted as presented Visitor comments: Terry Geiger and Joanne Emmons, candidates for office, and Al Schwennesen, Cobb Lake Assoc. Motion adopted to accept assessor's request for change in office hours. Wolowicz rezoning request granted. Gravelyn rezoning request denied. Vonden Berg preliminary plat proposal approved Zoning Ordinance adopted. Schedule of meeting dates adopted. Public Hearing on budget for 1994 95: Budget Resolution and Salary Resolution both adopted Motion adopted to file protest of C-TEC rate schedule. Motion adopted to send Herold ond Vander Bee to MT A Legislative Conference. Bills approved for payment. Meeting adjourned at 9:55 p.m. Harvey E. Vander Bee. Clerk (405) Ordinance No. 94-3 SECTION I. DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN ESTABLISHED. Pursuant to the authority granted by law, the Township of Caledonia hereby establishes a Deferred Compensation Plan under Section 457 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954, as amended, whereby an officer or employee of the Township may be eligible to defer that individual's compensation or a portion there­ of for the purpose of providing for the payment of said compensation in a different manner and at a different time thereby more effectively providing for said officer s or employee s retirement or death, and to defer Federal and State income tax liability on said deferred compensation to the time of receipt by said officer or employee or said individual’s beneficiary. SECTION II. ELIGIBLE INDIVIDUALS. All Township officers and employees who perform set vices for the Township for 20 hours per week or more on a regular basis shall be eligible to partic­ ipate in the Deferred Compensation Plan established pursuant to this Ordinance and may elect to participate in the plan by entering into a written deferred compensation agreement in such form as the Township Board shall establish. SECTION III. IMPLEMENTATION, ADMINISTRATION AND INTERPRETATION OF THE PLAN. In order to implement the Deferred Compensation Plan, the Township Board may enter into a contract(s) with an insurance company authorized to do business with the State of Michigan to provide for the administration of the Deferred Compensation Plan. The Township Board shall have full power and authority to adopt rules and regulations for the administration of the Deferred Compensation Plan and may, in its discretion, adopt the provisions of a contract entered into pur­ suant to this Section as sad rules and regulations. However, to the extent that any rules and reg ulations adopted, interpreted, altered, amended, or revoked by the Township Board shall be incon­ sistent with the provisions of this Ordinance, the provisions of this Ordinance shall supersede sad rules and regulations. SECTION IV. TAX RAMIFICATIONS. The Deferred Compensation Plan and agreements pro­ vided for by this Ordinance are intended to comply with Section 457 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954, as amended, pertaining to deferred Compensation Plans of State and Local governments Any provision contained in this Ordinance which causes deferred compensation to be taxed prior to receipt thereof shall be deemed null and void. However, no guarantee is given to any officer or employee of Caledonia Township or to beneficiaries of such individuals, as to the taxable status ot any amounts of compensation deferred under the Deferred Compensation Plan established pur suant to this Ordinance and Caledonia Township assumes no responsibility to any officer or employee of the Township or to any beneficiary of such individual in the event of any adverse tax determination Any provision of the Deferred Compensation Plan, or agreements made hereunder, or any Township rules or regulations adopted pursuant to this Ordinance which are contrary to the Internal Revenue Code of 1954, as amended, or regulations adopted thereunder, shall be deemed to be superseded by such Internal Revenue Code of 1954, as amended, or regulations adopted thereunder. SECTION V. SEVERABILITY. This ordinance and the various parts, sections, subsections, pro­ vision, sentences and clauses are severable If any part of this Ordinance is found to be unconsti­ tutional or invafcd rt is declared that the remainder of this Ordinance shall not be affected thereby SECTION VI. RATIFICATION OF EXISTING DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN. The Township of Caledonia hereby ratifies and confirms the validity ot any deferred compensation plan in existence on the effective date of this Ordnance. SECTION VII. EFFECTIVE DATE AND REPEAL OF INCONSISTENT ORDINANCES. This Ordinance shall become effective immediately upon publication Any Ordinances or parts of Ordinances inconsistent herewith shall be deemed to be repealed by this Ordinance and shall be ot no further force and effect. Ayes: ________________________ Nays: ________________________ ORDINANCE DECLARED ADOPTED. (406) �The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml I June 21, 1994 / Page 15 Inter-city tennis league forming Summary of Regular meeting Minutes for the CALEDONIA VILLAGE COUNCIL June 13, 1994 The regular meeting of the Caledonia Village Council woi colled to order by the President at 7:00 p.m. with all member* present Several guests were also present Minutes of the lost meeting ond the fi noneioI statement were accepted os printed. Bills were approved for payment Imperial Municipal Service report was filed. VonLiere reported on the pro press of the work at Caledonia Village Centre ond ot Glen Valley Estates Wilcox reported on the pro­ gress of the sewer protect Con­ struction has started ond some sewer lines hove been installed Public Heoring for "Truth in Taxation was colled to order. The information for 1994 Truth in Taxation wo* presented Public comment was heard Resolution was presented by Soules, seconded by Kidder to set June 13. 1994 os the dote to establish the tax rote for 1994 Ayes all. Resolution adopted Public Hear­ ing was closed A Resolution establishing 9.224 for the tax rate lor 1994 was presented by Kidder ond seconded by Berenc si. Ayes Berencsi Erskine. Kid­ der. AAoerlond, Soules ond Klover Noy: Audy Resolution decared adopted. Motion by Soules, seconded by Erskine to permit Corl Smith to sell Clo** 'O' firework* at Caledonia Village Centre until July 5. 1994 Corned. Motion by Kidder seconded by Berencsi to grant a tentative Special Land Use for the Water Treatment system os recom­ mended by the Planning Com mission. Motion carried. Resolution ond second amend meat to ciorify wording of the Glen Volley PUD Ordinance was presented by Erskine, and seconded by AAoerlond. Ayes: all. Resolution adopted Permission was given for the Leukemia Foundation to conduct a door to door campaign during Shori McKee will be hired to work m the Village Offices part time. Other items discussed were Elm Street; Friends of the Library: Sign removal; legal fee* ond training for Planning Commission ond Zoning Board members. The Zoning Board is looking for new members. Anyone interested please con­ tact the Village office at 891-9384 Meeting was adjourn­ ed at 10:15. Jocquelme Cherry Village Clerk (401) VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT AND SUMMARY OF THE REGULATORY EFFECT THEREOF PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on June 13, 1994, the Caledonia Village Council adopted an ordinance which amends the Village Zoning Ordinance. The ordinance amends the Glen Valley Plann­ ed Unit Development so as to make reference to easements for private streets providing access to Lots 3 and 4 of Glen Valley Business Center. This amending ordinance will become effective upon its publication. A complete copy of the ordinance may be purchased or inspected at the Village office during normal business hours. Dated: June 15, 1994 VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA (404) CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF LAST DAY OF REGISTRATION FOR SPECIAL TOWNSHIP ELECTION TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF THE TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the following local propositions shall be submitted to the registered electors of the Township of Caledonia on August 2, 1994. PROPOSAL A SPECIAL MILLAGE PROPOSAL FOR TOWNSHIP EMERGENCY SERVICES, INCLUDING FIRE PROTECTION AND LAW ENFORCEMENT SERVICES SHALL AN INCREASE OF TWO (2) MILLS ON EACH DOLLAR ($2.00 ON EACH ($1,000) OF STATE EQUALIZED VALUATION IN THE TAX RATE LIMITATION ON AD VALOREM PROPERTY TAXES WITHIN THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA, FOR THE PUR­ POSE OF PROVIDING FUNDS TO BE USED FOR TOWNSHIP EMERGENCY SERVICES, INCLUDING THE OPERATION OF THE TOWNSHIP FIRE DEPARTMENT, THE PURCHASE AND MAINTENANCE OF FIRE AND RESCUE MOTOR VEHICLES, APPARATUS AND EQUIPMENT AND FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT SERVICES. BE APPROVED AND LEVIED FOR THE PERIOD OF 1994 THROUGH 1999, BOTH INCLUSIVE (SUCH INCREASE TO PROVIDE IN THE FIRST CALENDAR YEAR OF THE INCREASE AN ESTIMATED $368,000)) There will be a meeting at the Larry Seger tennis courts, behind the middle school in Middleville, June 28 at 6 p.m. for anyone interested in joining this year's Inter-city tennis league. The cost is $25, which includes USTA membership, a USTA t-shirt and a subscription to Tennis Magazine. (Bring your card if you are a USTA member) Practices will be Wednesdays 8:30 to 10 a m. for kids 15 and under. 10 to 11:30 a.m. for those 18 and under. Practices will include match play. In case of rain. Sandwiches are perfect summer fast food choices Sandwiches are a perfect choice when you need fast food. You can make them healthy by including ingre­ dients that are low in fat and high in fiber. Don’t skimp on the board. It’s an excellent source of car­ bohydrates. which are the foundation of a healthy diet. Whole-grain breads are the best source of fiber. Try dif­ ferent kinds such as whole wheat, muitigrain, rye and pumpernickel. Pita breads and tortillas can add variety. Contrary to popular myth, bread isn’t fattening. It's what you put pon the bread that adds excess calories. Watch out for high-fat spreads such as mayonnaise, margarine, butter and cream cheese. Try the lower fat substitutes for these. Low-fat yogurt and salad dressing can be used too. Keep fat in mind when selecting fillings. Use tuna packed in water rather than in oil. Choose lean meat and poultry. If possible, roast it yourself Be aware that cured and processed meats such as bacon, hot dogs and lunch meat may be higher in fat and sodium than other choices. Deli meat often have added salt. Buy lower fat cheese or use smaller amounts by shredding rather than slicing the cheese. Processed American cheese foods and cheese spreads may have more sodium than natural cheeses. You can moisten your sand­ wich with shredded lettuce or cabbage, spinach leaves, slic­ ed apples, cucumbers, onions, radishes, zucchini or tomatoes. Green pepper rings, crushed pineapple and shredd ed carrots also add variety and zest. These low-fat fillers also add some fiber to your sandwich. Go easy on condiments high in sodium such as ketchup, mustard, chili sauce and 9OD4YS SAME AS CASH Deere Season ends June 30, 1994 WQfflF DO MONTH PROPOSAL B SPECIAL MILLAGE PROPOSAL FOR MAINTENANCE, CONSTRUCTION AND IMPROVEMENT OF ROADS AND FOR TOWNSHIP OPERATING PURPOSES SHALL AN INCREASE OF ONE-HALF (1/2) MILL ON EACH DOLLAR ($.50 ON EACH $1.000) OF STATE EQUALIZED VALUATION IN THE TAX RATE LIMITATION ON AD VALOREM PROPERTY TAXES WITHIN THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA. FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING FUNDS TO BE USED FOR THE MAINTENANCE, CONSTRUC­ TION AND IMPROVEMENT OF ROADS IN THE TOWNSHIP. AND FOR TOWNSHIP OPERATING PURPOSES. BE APPROVED AND LEVIED FOR THE PERIOD OF 1994 THROUGH 1999, BOTH INCLUSIVE (SUCH INCREASE TO PROVIDE IN THE FIRST CALENDAR YEAR OF THE INCREASE AN ESTIMATED $92,000)? relish. If you carry a lunch to work or school, you must remember to keep your sand­ wich cold, advises Angela Fraser. MSU Extension food safety specialist Moist protein rich sandwich fillings, such as meat, fish and eggs, can support the growth of bacateria if kept at unsafe temperatures for more than two hours. It's best to put your lunch in a refrigerator, if one is available. If you don’t have access to one, you can keep your sandwich cold by thoroughly chilling it and packing it with a freezer pack or a small can of frozen juice Or. you can re freeze it A frozen sandwich will thaw by lunch but will stay cold enough to be safe Lettuce and other greens do not freeze well. Pack these separately. An alternative is a peanut butter sandwich. It does not need to be kept cold. Drive Home A Bargain There’s never been a better time to drive home a bargain on a new John Deere STX38 gear-drive lawn tractor. With a performance-minded 12.5-hp engine and 38” mower deck, it’s the best way to cut a great deal. Because at just $1999, with payments as low as $38 a month and fast, on-the-spot financing, John Deere Credit’s got your number. See your John Deere dealer today. JOHN DEERE BCREDIT SPECIAL ELECTION FOR SUPERVISOR Notice is further given that the registered electors of the Township shall elect a can­ didate to complete the unexperienced term of the Township Supervisor on August 2,1994 The following persons have been nominated tor such office Fred R. Fleischmann make up will be on Thursday at the same times. The first match is July 1. There will be three matches and a tournament. For more information or if you would like to help coach contact Larry Seger at 7959159. Thomas F Garoow Notice is hereby given that the last day to register to vote in said elections is July 5.1994 In addition to the regular hours of the Township office, the Township Clerk will be at the Township office, located at 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia, Michigan, until 500 p.m. on July 5, 1994, to accept registrations Lu Detent Ijedujut Htmng the Betl~ •Satxec: » -reds 101 lows pwymem requred After praButxxW perxid fmaai.r clerge will Seg.n to uxrxe a 19 IS APR Tn trogfc tei-xp wd defaxen durps coaid ocreae axwkiy payees A W 50 per wad ennni text cbarp nay be tffXied ID uapuY For aoa-comnercai me ody Oder eadi Jaae W i994 THORNAPPLE VALLEY EQUIPMENT, INC. Patricia Snyder. Clerk Charter Township of Caledonia (403) South M-37, Hastings . 945-9526/2^ �Page 16 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I June 21. 1994 For Rent Call for Classifieds... 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NO FREE POP with Specials Call 945-9554 ASK ABOUT OUR SPECIAL OF THE DAY — PARK IR REAR - 1952 N. Broadway (M-43) $6" 1 I / Not valid in conjunction / with any other coupons ' Faro s Pizza o_ • Caledonia — with any other coupons • Caledonia • Ph. 891-9287 I Faro s Pizza PICK UP ONLY • READY IN 15 MINUTES WelheOurOiffi 'x/oco Sozes and 100% Cheese or stop by ... 9790 CHERRY VALLEY. M-37 - CALEDONIA � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/704/SunandNews_1994-06-28.pdf ac6172f1809b28cd29f7ef67af7b92d0 PDF Text Text ?’JC LIBRARY ■ I BULK RATE z J M Hastings Publ icLibrary 121 . md Neios^ 12/30/99 Church Hastings, HI. *9058 four Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas No. 22 I June 28. 1994 Middleville, Michigan 49333 124th Year Three TK supt. finalists remain by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The Thornapplc Kellogg School Board has narrowed down the held of candidates for superintendent to three men. They are Jay Cason, prin­ cipal at Grand Haven High School; Jim Gillette, superintendent of Meridian Public Schools; and Mike Manor, superintendent of Pin­ conning Area Schools. First interviews were done two weeks ago to meet with and question six people of the 60 applicants for the position. The superintendent's post will he vacant as of July I because Steve Garrett will retire on June 30. Garrett has served as TK superintendent since 1987. Second interviews were held Thursday and Monday nights The sessions were open to the public, according to TK Board President Jan Siebesma “These interviews will be a lot more informal than the first ones,” Siebesma said. “It will give us the chance to have more unstructured con­ versation and hopefully get to know each one better." The interviews were held in the TK High School library, with two of the three inter­ 'Solid Ground,’ a contemporary country band from Grand Rapids, will perform from 6-8 p.m. at the Caledonia Independence Day celebration. Jay Cason views scheduled for Thurs­ day. Cason at 7 p.m. and Gillette at 8:45 p.m The third interview with Manor was at 6 p.m. last night. “I would like to have the board rank these three can­ didates after the last interview is done on Monday night." Siebesma said, "while the board is still the same. " Two board members who did not seek re-election. Treasurer Don Williamson and Secretary Wanda Hunt, will finish their terms June 30. They will be replaced by two new members. Kim Selleck and Dave Smith. Jim Gillette Mike Manor See ‘Finalists' on page 2 TK School Board adopts budget by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The Thornapple Kellogg School Board adopted a budget of $12,928,413 for the 1994-95 school year at last Monday’s meeting. Revenue expected for the year is $12,963,408 with a projected fund balance at year end of $365,610. leaving the district with $13,329,018 to appropriate That fund balance includes an estimated deficit for the 1993-94 year of $356,288. Debt retirement expen­ ditures are estimated at $1,051,040 The amount of money available to appropriate should be $1,551,453 Two-year contracts were granted to district administrators The following annual base salaries were approsed for Davxi Bukala. Page Elemen lary principal. $62,689: Gor­ don Dahlgren. TK Middle School principal. $68,149; Henrv Dugan. TK High School. $79,472; Mary Han­ son. special education direc­ tor. $58,802; Sharon Kake. West Ekmenury principal. $65,409; and William Rich. McFall Ekmenury principal. $66,411 Those salaries reflect a 3 percent increase over last year. Each administrator also is eligible to receive a 2 percent bonus at year’s end if team goals- are .met .Those goals haven’t been set yet. A two-year contract was also approved for Business Manager Alice Jansma. But, the actual annual salary hasn't been set at this time. The board also decided to purchase 85 acres of property directly west of the TK High School and Page Ekmenury buildings. The property, which is owned and farmed by Russell Warner, will cost the district $189,125 ($2,225 per acre). Projected growth within the district, the price of the pro­ perty. and the ideal location were the mam reasons the board decided to make the purchase now . The location would allow any building put up on the land to use the same facilities. Warner will continue to farm the land until the district needs it or a portion of it. He also will continue to pay taxes on the property In other business, the school board - Set the 1994-95 lax levy of operational millage at 18 mills for non-homestead, and 4.9 mills for the bond debt. Since there will be no sum­ mer ux collection, this millage will be reflected m the winter taxes — Heard the district science core curriculum report — Received gifts from the Parent and Elementary Teachers group. Playground Improvement Group, and the Caledonia will celebrate Independence Day this weekend Caledonia’s annual In­ dependence Day festivities will get under way this Satur­ day. July 2, with an II a.m. parade down Main Street. Individuals and organiza­ tions planning to participate in the parade should meet at the Holy Family Church parking lot at 9:30 a.m. to line up. Action then will shift to Lakeside Park, where a day of activities has been scheduled by this year’s Fourth of July Committee. The noon opening ceremony will be followed by a variety of events, including a tractor pull, turtle and frog racing contests and a softball game pitting Caledonia youth league coaches against their Middleville counterparts. New this year will be three Scottish Highland contests, which will begin at 2 p.m. The traditional picnic foods will be served by area organizations, and children’s games will be ongoing in the park, along with music from the Jimmie Stagger Band and "Solid Ground " The Caledonia Community Players will perform at 1:30 p.m.. right after a concert by the Thornapple River Valley Dulcimer Society, and coun­ try line dancing will begin at 6 p.m. Fireworks over Emmons Lake will begin at 10 p.m to provide a colorful finale to Caledonia's celebration of the nation s 218th birthday Caledonia Independence Day Celebration Schedule 11:00 Parade 12:00 Opening Ceremonies w/Sen. Posthumus 12:15... Voices Of Freedom 12:30. Antique Tractor Pull 1:00... Thornapple River Valley Dulcimer Society 1:00... Caledonia vs. Middleville Softball Game 1:00... Frog Jump/Turtle Races 1:30... Caledonia Community Players 2:00 . Scottish Highland Games 2:30 The “Jimmie Stagger” Blues Band 3:00 Bicycle Drawing 6:00... “Solid Ground” Country Band 6:00... “Callihan” Country Dance & Demo-Team 8:00... Karaoke (Courtesy of Farrow’s Music) 10:00... Fireworks Caledonia Twp. Planning Commission sets 2 public hearings for July 18 by Barbara (Jail Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Retiring Thornapple Planning Commission will Kellogg Superintendent take public comment July 18 Steve Garrett gets a closer on proposed site plans for two separate area businesses. look at his card. The commission last week paved the way for the hearings Parents and Educators in Part­ by approving site develop­ nership group ment plans submitted by PET reported that money raised and used in a variety of Caledonia Rent All. 9818 school areas amounted to Cherry Valley, and Gourmet Foods International. 6605 $26,000 PIG has donated $24,250 to Broadmoor Tom and Markne Purdy, the district this year PEP gave equipment for the owners of Caledonia Rent All. submitted a plan for a new middle school in the amount commercial building for their of $3,000 business, to be constructed al — Gave the OK to begin work on the new press box at 9800 Cherry Valky on a va­ cant parcel between Jim’s the football stadium. The Place and Faro’s Pizza. work will be done by Pioneer Because the land lies within Construction at a cost of the township's M-37 corridor, $14,100 the project must come in The new box will measure under planned unit develop­ ment (PUD) zoning, explain See Budget on page 2 ed Caledonia Township Plan­ ner Mark VanderPlocg The Purdys want to build a 50-foot by 84-foot pole-type structure with an outside fenc­ ed storage area at the rear. They plan to landscape the front of the building, retaining the present curved drive that provides two accesses to the highway. The commission approved the site plan, contingent on the applicants’ meeting conditions recommended by VanderPlocg: See Planning Commission' on page 3 In This Issue.... • TK School Board hires additional staff • Caledonia Schools receive state grant for nutritional education • Students honored at annual TK honors assembly • Caledonia Supt. takes post with First Real Estate �Page 2 I The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml I June 28, 1994 Finalists continued from page 1---------------------“I think that getting to this point with the current board is important since Don and Wanda played active roles in the interviewing process.” Siebesma said Once the ranking is done. Siebesma indicated they pro­ bably would wait until July before going on with the process. Each of the three candidates who will be re-interviewed were chosen by the board for a variety of reasons. Jay Cason is the only one who has not had experience as a superintendent. However, according to Siebesma, board members felt that he was very strong in leadership style. Besides being principal at Grand Haven High School. Cason has been principal at Jackson Hole High School in Jackson. Wyo.; Campbell County High School in Gillette. Wyo ; and at Be men Springs High School in Ber­ rien Springs. Mich. He has also taught During his years as prin­ cipal. he has been responsible for the initiation of school im­ provement programs, higher academic standards, and enhancement of existing programs Cason earned a bachelor of arts degree in sociology and history, and a master of arts in guidance and counseling, both from Georgetown College. He received a educational specialist degree in educa­ tional administration from In­ diana University. He has completed 25 semester hours of additional study as well. Jim Gillette is serving as superintendent of Meridian Public Schools in Sanford, Mich. He has been there since 1991. Prior to that, Gillette was superintendent of Glen Lake Community Schools for eight years, an elementary principal and director of federal pro­ grams for the Laingsburg Community Schools, and language arts curriculum coordinator and an elementray teacher with the Rochester Community Schools. Some of Gillette’s signifi­ cant accomplishments include director at Pellston Public helping with the successful Schools for five years. Since 1985. he has been an passage of a $6.7 million bond issue for a building project, association adjunct professor serving as negotiator for at Central Michigan Universi­ several personnel contracts, ty. teaching courses in providing district staff train­ methods of research, school ing that has allowed for the and communit) relations, con­ development of a performance tract negotiations, and public based curriculum, and initia­ school finance Manor also has been a tion of a school improvement grade school and high school program Gillette is working with Dr. principal, and a secondary Willard Daggett and his staff teacher. Some of his more recent ac­ to restructure the curriculum of the district with a ’’tech- complishments include form­ prep” orientation that will ing a partnership with General better meet the needs of the Motors that will result in donations of more than $1 students Gillette is a doctoral can­ million worth of technological didate at Michigan State equipment, directing the University, with a major in school board in establishing educational administration district goals, a mission state­ and minors in personnel ment. a philosophy, and ob­ management, labor and in­ jectives. faciliatating the district's North Central Ac­ dustrial relations He earned his bachelor creditation for all levels of the degree from MSU in political district's education, and im­ science, a master's degree in plementing the district's com­ teaching from Oakland pliance with provisions of University, and an educa­ Public Act 25 Manor has his doctorate of tional specialist's degree in educational administration education in administration of and supervision from Wayne higher education and research and evaluation from Wayne State University. Both Gillette and Mike State University. He also earned an educa­ Manor have had some of their tional specialist designation in works published. Manor has been superinten­ educational leadership from dent at Pinconning Area Wayne State He received his bachelor’s Schools since 1990. Prior to that, he was degree from Adnan College in political science, and a superintendent for the L'Anse master's degree in history and Area Schools for two years. Manor was the elemen- education from Central tary/middle school principal Michigan University. and federal/state programs Caledonia Library to offer cheap books Summer is a great time to catch up on some reading, but books can be so expensive. The Friends of the Library book sale at the Caledonia Public Library July 2 may be easy on the pocketbook and great for the brain. Paperback books will be 10 cents each, hard cover books 25 cents each and any videos, records or compact disks 25 cents each. After the sale. Retiring Thornapple Kellogg Board members. Treasurer Don Williamson and Secretary Wanda Hunt (center) received plaques for their years of service. Presi­ dent Jan Siebesma holds the award of excellence plaque presented to the board. Budget continued from page 1------------------------24x36 feet with windows to view the football field and the soccer field. It also will have an enclosed stairway. The press box will be dedicated to the memory of Eric DeGroot, who was a soc­ cer player. — Awarded plaques to retiring board members. Treasurer Don Williamson and Secretary Wanda Hunt, for their years of service. President Jan Siebesma ac­ cepted a plaque from the Michigan Association of School Boards for the Stan­ dard of Excellence Award. — Set the board’s organiza­ tional meeting for 7 a m. Fri­ day, July 1, at the administra­ tion building. Laurie Brinks reads TK Superintendent Steve Gar­ rett’s retirement card that is loaded with sweets while Debi Smith holds the oversized greeting. prices will go up to be more like those charged by other libraries. The book sale will begin at 10 a.m. For bargain hunters, the bag sale will begin at 2 p.m., when a grocery bag fill­ ed with books can be purchas­ ed for $2. Library canvas bag owners can fill their bags for the same price. The sale will end at 3 p.m. e Families who helped host superintendent candidates received pens and were congrotualated by board members. Those receiving them are (from left) Nancy Goodin who is being thanked by President Jan Siebesma, Diane Hoskins, and Sue VanderWoude being thanked by Treasurer Don Williamson. Larry VanderWoude was also mentioned. Heritage Day Committee making plans for Sept. 17 by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The committee planning this year’s Heritage Day celebration will have its next meeting at 7 p.m. Monday, July 18. at the Middleville Village Hall. There is still room for others who wish to help, ac­ cording to one of the organizers. Jo Sclafani. Middleville’s third annual Heritage Day, 1994, is set for Saturday, Sept. 17. T-shirts already are on sale at several Middleville area business, including Cappon's, Crystal Flash, Phil’s Pizzeria, Shear Pleasure and the Village Parlor They are available in two colors, turquoise with white printing and ivory with aqua printing, for $9 each The Heritage Day Commit­ tee also is beginning to take signups for the three-on-three basketball, volleyball and 'horse” competitions, and softball tournaments. Those interested in register­ ing should contact Jo Sclafani at 795-7033 or Denise Lucas at 795-7229. �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I June 28, 1994 / Page 3 TK School Board hires additional staff by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The Thornapple Kellogg School Board approved con­ tracts last Monday for a com munity education director and five additional teachers. Chris Boysen, who has directed the TK Community Education department for the past 10 years, was named as the director of the program Because TK Community Education was part of the I>owell Caledonia-Thornapple Kellogg Consortium. Boysen actually had been employed by the consortium until now. The board resolved to withdraw from and dissolve that consortium at last Mon­ day’s meeting She was offered a two-year contract with an annual salary of $42,970 Boysen said that the com­ munity education programs will remain essentially the same However, the alternative education program that has been run through the high school, will now be a part of Boysen's responsibilities. “Alternative ed naturally belongs with community ed.” she said. “It was run through the high school because a con­ sortium is only allowed one altemtive cd program and Caledonia was it." Boy son. a TK graduate, earned her bachelor’s degree from the University of Michigan with a major in secondary social studies education. The school board also ap­ proved contracts for five addi­ tional teachers to fill staff needs due to growth of the stu­ dent body. Came Ann Hill will be teaching high school math Hill completed her bachelor's degree this spnng with a major in math and minor in earth science from Central Michigan University. She taught transition math, algebra, and geometry al Forest Hills during her student teaching. Hill has also coached varsi­ ty basketball and track Kristine Pippel. who will teach middle school English/social studies, also earned her bachelor degree at CMU The spring graduate majored in language arts and social studies. Pippel student taught third grade in East Grand Rapids and sixth grade at Wyoming In addition, she has worked with programs in cooperative learning. Chicago math, whole language and AIMS science. Pippel has received awards in art and design as well. David Stein Jr. will join the staff to teach high school science. He graduated this spring with a major in biology and minor in chemistry from Grand Valley State University. Planning Commission continued from page 1 — That the lease for a billboard on the property not be renewed. — That the applicant put in curbing along the north driveway, with the south drive to be curbed in the future — That an area on the parcel be left for a future ser­ vice road to the adjacent parcels. — That the site provide adequate drainage for roof and parking runoff. — That the applicants state a probable use for the portion of the parcel not being used for the rental store. The Purdys since have agreed to limit any uses on the parcel to com­ mercial uses permitted in the township's C-2 district The other hearing will con­ cern a request by Horst Nietz­ sche. owner of Gourmet Foods International, to amend his PUD to allow construction of a 5,000-square-foot storage addition to his present building. The amendment is necessary because the original PUD does not allow for a change in the size of the building, though it does pro­ vide for a future second building to be built to the north of the existing building. In other recent action, the commission agreed that developer Jim Steketee’s pro­ posed building for Phase II of his M-37 Business Park East does not comply with the kind of building approved in his PUD ordinance. Steketee. who was not pre­ sent at the meeting, had sent a drawing of the front of the building for the commission’s consideration. Township Supervisor Tom Garbow was authorized to notify Steketee in writing of the commission’s unanimous opinion. The Planning Commis­ sion's next meeting will be at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday. July 5. because its regular meeting night would conflict with the July 4 holiday . Stem has also been a coach for Odyssey of the Mind and a math tutor Sharon Weemhoff will fill the newly created position in the Reading Recovery Pro­ gram that was just approved by the board at May’s meeting Weemhoff is a spring Aquinas College graduate with a major in elementary education She was a student teacher for first grade at Kent Hills Elementary Weemhoff also has been a first grade reading aid and subsitute teacher at TK since Caledonia Schools receive state grant for nutrition education by Barbara Gail Staff Writer Jack Spratt’s wife, who could “eat no lean.” won t want to dine in Caledonia school cafeterias In compliance with a recent federal mandate to reduce the fat content of student meals by 30 percent, the Caledonia Food Services staff will be studying nutrition and menuplanning to find ways to “get the fat out.’ announced Food Services Director Erik Neenng Labeled “Focus on Fat.” the program will be funded by a $2,000 grant from the Michigan Department of Education's Student Support Services The goals of the program are to reduce the overall level of fat in school meals to less than 30 percent of their con­ tent. and to observe a “noticeable” increase in the number of students making healthy menu choices. To accomplish these goals, the F(xxl Services staff, along with a team of students and teachers, will analyze the schools’ current menus to see where they are exceeding the desired fat content. The team then will “educate and market” healthy food choices by in­ viting school cooks into the classroom to participate in units on nutrition. The staff also plans to label foods for the cafeteria serving lines, indicating the healthiest food choices to the students. The $2,000 grant will be us­ ed for videos and other learn­ ing materials to use in the classroom, to pay the cost of sending staff to MDE summer programs on nutrition and to pay a small stipend to the six teachers and cooks who will form the core group for the project and who will meet during the evening each month of the school year. Some funds also will be us­ ed for promoting and advertis­ ing the healthy food choices to students. Neering said the federal mandate is supposed to be im­ plemented by 1998, but he would like to get the job done before that time. “My goal is to be on top of this mandate and be ready when we have to implement it." he said. “There are some who wanted it to go into effect next year, but this is the first major change in federal re­ quirements since the program was implemented in 194b. "It’s giving to take some time to meet this mandate, and that's why we want to get started right away educating our people and analyzing our district menus.” Caledonia man graduates with honors Daniel J. Schied. a 1990 graduate of Caledonia High School, has graduated with high honors from the Haworth College of Business at Western Michigan University. A member of the national professional accounting fraternity Beta Alpha Psi, Schied majored in accounting with a minor in general business. He is working now toward his CPA (certified public ac­ countant) designation, and will begin work in August in the Grand Rapids office of Deloitte & Touche, the third largest public accounting firm in the United States. Dan Scheid He is the son of Arthur and Artel Sehicd ot Alto On the fourth ofJuly, our country celebrates its birthday, thus reaffirming the principles on which this nation was founded. Freedom from tyranny, the right to free speech, life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness, just to name a few. Although we will not he open for business, we hope you and your family will join us in honoring these uniquely American values on Monday, July 4th. And we look forward to helping you celebrate your financial independence on Tuesday, July 5th and every day thereafter. GAINES UNITED BRETHREN CHURCH There will be no Sunday school ' or evening service. Crestwood in French and English. Wood was a participant in an Authentic Assessment seminar, did summer study in Quebec. Ontario. Canada, and was a recipient of a CMU Study Abroad scholarship for one term. Food services to ‘lean’ toward reducing fat in meals Due to the Holiday Weekend... will be holding only one worship service on Sunday, July 3rd 9:30-10:30 AM 1991. Linda Wood will teach high school French and English. Wood earned her bachelor degree from CMU majonng in French and English. She taught at Mount Pleasant High School for one year, and did her student teaching at TATE ANK 627 MAIN ST. CALEDONIA 1 3205 68th ST. S.E. DUTTON 891-8113 1 698-6337 ALEDON1A All 3 Locations Open All Day Monday thru Friday and ‘til Noon on Saturday 1 303 ARLINGTON MIDDLEVILLE 1 795-3361 lcmocw �Page 4 / The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml / June 28. 1994 Neigh b ora with... NORMA It’s really been a hot week. Johnny and I have been sitting in front of the fans for most of the time. You just take it a day at a time. I went to Freeport June 11 for their alumni banquet to talk about Linden and Some of the old history of Freeport, with maps and charts I haven’t been to Freeport with these people since 1985. when I was writing news for there They are a bunch of awful nice people who are a friendly group and they had a good time together. There will be quite a few people and a wonderful dinner. One of the VELDERMAN women brought me a 1923 picture of the Freeport School, so a copy can go to the library. This was my first time to go into the Community Building What a nice place to have meetings! Our daughter Mary and her family, our son. Pat. and his family, and our grand­ daughter and her fiance were to be here June 25 to make a full house So we we’re scheduled to have a lot of ac­ tivity here, which will be be wonderful We have four new little kit­ tens with their eyes just open­ ing. trying to walk, but stumbling. It's funny to watch them try ing to play with each other. We have two white ones with a little black and two black and with a little white. We'll have to watch them around the grandkids coming until they get older. We're getting ready for a garage sale, sorting through everything, hoping to give away to the family what they want for themselves and sell­ ing the rest. We hope to have it July I. at our place while the kids are here to help. Oh. what a job getting it out. sorted and put together! Greta Greiner went to the Barry County Extension tour. This time they went to Flint on the bus, with box lunches, to Cross Village. It was a lovely tour with problems like the bus being late, but they had a very good time. They left Friday morning and got Park. They had over 800 old automobiles there. She was busy baking cookies and bread, starting at 8 a.m. and came home at 3:30 really tired. It was a fun day to help out. Always great to have so­ meone who will share their abilities in something like that. Elaine Northrup said the heat’s been bothering her. too. even their swimming pool is hot. Katie Wierenga had all the kids home for Father’s Day. She said the Thomapple Kellogg School Foundation Association, which was created by Marilyn Bedford Finkbeiner's uncle, who con­ tributed $30,000 for scholar­ ships. is going to have a meeting at her house this week. They keep it going, and back that night. They event went on a 25-minute train ride with all the windows open. There were animated dinosaurs in various sizes outdoors. Rose and KenMorgan went on a chartered trip to Lake Sinclair in Canada. The fish they caught was filleted for them. They caught more than they could eat of trophy fish and an eight-pound bass. Russ Bender has central air and the weather hasn't been bothering him at all. Daughter Joann came over for a day. Maureen Robinson said they haven't had much time except for strawberries. The crop was nice. In asking about their rooster that we hear every morning, she said he was a little belligerent, so they have to keep himpenned up or else he will chase people. Lois Bremer went out on Father’s Day to Charlton reinvest so they can continue with more scholarships. Lucille Getty walked in the door as I was talking to Katie. Lucille had been over to Bob’s for Father’s Day. Cathy Williamson had all the youngsters home except Don for Father’s Day. Their grandson will be baptized next Saturday, wearing fourth generation baptismal dress. It will be quite a celebration. David and Julie VanSickle had a healthy baby girl bom June 15. weighing 7 lbs. 8 ozs . 20 inches long. Her name is Sophie Leigh VanSickle. Gary and Joyce VanSickle are the proud grand­ parents of this young lady. I guess that’s all for now folks. A big hug. Love you and I'll visit with you next week. LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church — Serving a Living Lord SUNDAY...... 9:45 a.m., 11:00 a.m. k 6.00 p.m WEDNESDAY........................Family Fellowship Prayer k Bible Study 7:00 p.m. 7240 68th Street, SE — Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor. Rev. Brian F. Harrison Youth Pastor. Darrel L. Schrock Music. Jeffery C. Vander Heide CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A church with a caring heart for our community and the world" Sunday Services....... 9:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. M-37 at 100th St., Caledonia, Ml Church Office: (616) 891-1512 Rev. Gerald Van Oyen Al Tiemeyer Communitv Calling FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville Bruce N. Stewart, Pastor Lee Taylor, Assistant Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer Word of Life Clubs 9:45 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m. 6:45 p.m. 6:45 p.m. WELCOME TO CHRISTIAN REFORMED 6201 Whitneyville Avenue Sun. Morning Worship.......... 10:00 a.m. Evening Service..................... 6:00 p.m. Rev. Bernard Mulder, Pastor 868-6306 LEIGHTON UNITED METHODIST Gaines United Brethren Church Kalamazoo Avenue at 92nd Street Caledonia, Michigan Telephone 698-3252 Pastor Mark Beers LAKESIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH Pastor Scott Taylor Reaching People With Christ 8:30 am to 9:30 am — First Worship Service 9:30 am to 9:45 am — Coffee Fellowship 9:45 am to 10:45 am — Sunday School 10:45 am to 11:00 am - Coffee Fellowship 11:00 am to 12:00 — Second Worship Service Nursery and Childrens Church will be provided during both services •■Set an example In speech in Ute, tn love, tn ferttt end in purity." 1 Timothy 4:12 RAY TOWNSEND, Pastor TIM DOUBLESTEIN, Youth Director 708 West Main Street Morning Worship Service........... 10:00 a.m. Sunday School........................... 11:15 a.m. Evening Worship Service...............6 00 p.m Phone 891-9259 rOU ARE INVITED Saturday Evening Mass...................... 5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass 9:00 a.m. k 11:00 a m. Services at 9 30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Worshipping at Kettle Lake School on Whitneyville Rd. South of 68th Street CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST Church School.................. 9:30 a.m. Choir Practice ................. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service.............. 10:30 a.m. 250 Vine Street Church Office 891-8669 Parsonage 891-8167 Rev. Bobby Dale Whitlock Rev Roger Timmerman, Pastor 795-3667 WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH MIDDLEVILLE and PARMELEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES 8546 Whitneyville Ave at 84th St •891-8661 'The Church where everybody t$ somebody... ...and Jesus Christ is Lo/d” 111 Church Street Parmelee Morning Worship.......... 9 30 a m Middleville Sunday School........... 9 45 a.m Sunday School.............................................. 930am. Middleville Worship.................... 11:00 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship...................... 10:30 a m. Rev. Lynn Wagner — 795-3798 Sunday Evening Worshc................................6:00p.m. Rev. Carroll Fowler — 765-5316 Wed Midweek Prayer & Boe Study...... 700pm Her fWfcm Dotson Pastor Church Office Phone — 795-9266 Store Joaaon Pastor / Wte jxrer WuscDe “God Cares for You” ZEljc ODlri tBinir ^rlljudist (Hhurth Cornerstone Wesleyan Church 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto, Michigan 49302 Sunday School................ 10:00 a. m. Morning Worship............11 oo a m. Evening Worship..... ........ 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting/ Children's Classes........7:00 p.m. Meeting at the Comer of Wood School Rd. and Wing Rd. Services — Sunday School ifrOOa_m Morning Worship............................... 11:00a.m. Evening Worship......................... 6.00 p.m. Pastor Jeffrey Lee Phone 795-7076 Children's Church/Yoith Worship dunng morning services, Canway St puppet ministry for K4th dunng evening services Sunday School........................................ 9:45-10:45 Wednesday Night “Family Night” 6:45-8:15 Includes Adventure Club. Choirs for Children and Adulb, High School Youth Group and Adult Clauet For information call: 891-81 19 891-8028 MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED Rev. James Cusack Sunday Worship Services....... 8:30 or 11:00,6:00 Sunday Morning Worship (Interpreted for hearing impaired)............... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School.......................................................... 11:10a.m. Sunday Evening Service............................................. 6:30p.m. Pioneer Club (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday..................... 6:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting - Wednesday........................... 7:00 p.m. Youth fellowship - Sunday............................. 5:00 pm. Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Proclaiming the Historic Reformed Faith. Barner Free • M-37 between Caledonia & Middleville Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH KETTLE LAKE INDEPENDENT REFORMED Peace Reformed Church Royle Bailard, Pastor - 868-6437 - St. Paul Lutheran Kraft Ave. & 84th St., Caledonia, Ml. (Missouri Synod) "Be devoted to one another in brotherly love." Rom. 12:10 First Service.............................................. 8:30a.m Sunday School..................................9:45 a m. (Fellowship Coffee 9:45 a.m. to 10:00 a m.) Bible Classes........................................... 10:00a.m Second Service........................................ 11:00a.m. (All Services have a Nursery available) Rev. Robert Gerke Office: 891-8688 Church: 891 -9878 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 12200 Chief Noonday Road (at Gun Ijtke) Wayland, Michigan 49348 • 795-7903 Barrier Free / Programs for All Ages Sunday Worship 10:00 am Sunday School IM Wednesday ■'Family Night' 6:00 p m Rdttaw, k The Reorganized CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST of Latter Day Saints 8146 68th St near Whitneyville Ave. Church School. Sunday........................ 10 00 a m. Morning Worship......11 UO a m. Evening Worship........ 6:00 p.m. Wed. Fellowship........7:30 p m (in homes or church) call Pastor Lloyd DeVormer Sr. 897-7407 �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / June 28. 1994 / Page 5 TK High School honor roll Capitol Commentary By Sen. Dick Posthumus Relief for senior citizens, businesses In 1990. this state faced a $1.8-billion budget deficit. This was caused by state government spending too much on one hand and taxing too much (making job creation costly) on the other Eliminating that deficit called for tough decisions, but we made them. By reducing state spending and cutting many un­ necessary government programs, we eliminated the deficit. And with the tax cuts enacted in the past three years, we spur­ red our state’s economy. This has created a surplus of more than $300 million. Some legislators favored using the surplus to increase state spending; others favored putting a majority, if not all. of that surplus in the state's rainy day fund; and most of us supported returning a portion of it to you, the taxpayers because you are the ones who have continued to create Michigan's wealth. And dunks to legislation recently passed by the House and Senate, we arc doing just that Together, our proposals deliver a $155-million tax cut to retirees and to our state's job providers. The relief to retirees evens out an unfair system that taxed private pensions but not public pensions Under the legislation, pension income for retirees (both public and private) will be exempt from state income taxes up to $30,000 on a single return and $60,(XX) on a joint return This measure will virtual­ ly eliminate taxes for 550.000 Michigan seniors with private pensions. The legislation also allows senior citizens without pensions to deduct $1,000 on a single return and $2,000 on a joint return, for non-pension income The other part of our tax relief plan is aimed at creating even more jobs. It reduces the Single Business Tax from 2.35 per cent to 2.3 percent. For low income businesses, the Alternative Profits Tax rate is reduced from 3 percent to 2 percent. It also raises the gross receipts filing threshold from $100,000 to $250,000. which means 37.000 of the state’s 180,000 small businesses will no longer have pay the tax. This is great news for Michigan. Since small businesses pro­ vide most of our state’s jobs, lessening their tax burden en­ courages further job growth and expansion. That means more people will be able to find work. I firmly believe a little bit of tax relif goes a long way. Just look at what our other tax cuts have done for Michigan’s economy. Our unemployment rate has fallen to a 20-year low of 5.7 percent and we’ve created thousands of new jobs. By continuing to cut taxes, we assure that more money stays in your pockets to invest in your communities. That is the best /way to ensure a healthy economy. — OPEN HOUSE — Sunday, July 3rd, 1 to 3 p.m. 12599 BLUE LAGOON 60821. WDOLEVRIE Sharp 5 yr. old 3 bedroom ranch on large lot. Oak kitchen, deck off dining ploy equipment plus partially finished base­ ment Two stall garage, plus many extras. Must see! Call Joyce 792 6334 MN7M. RMDOLEVALE Three bedroom 2 bath 16x80 1991 Commodore home. Has cathedral ceiling, skylights and 8x10 storage shed Located near town. Priced below appraisal. Coll Deb 623 8357 LhBeheeCSP Joyce Chnstwisefl Dab Erway □ 62221. GUN LAKE FRONTAGE. Sharp 3 bedroom, 2 bath ranch w 50 frontage. Home completely furnished, includ­ ing appliances. Formal dining. MFU. sliders to porch, garden tub. etc. Just bring your clothes & dishes and move in. Coll Joyce 792-6334 9th Grade A/A- —Jolene Batdorff. Nathanael Brady. Steven Dood. Andre Leboeuf. Curt Martin. Laura Reed. Tracy Schondelmayer. Honor Roll — Kimberly Bedford. Sarah Bishop. Aaron Brill. Tami Bruin. Mandy Cramer. Jeremy Doom bos. Kevin Doyle. Robert Evans. Monica Kuhtic, Dean Laansma. David Liu. Lucas Middleton. Carrie Moma. Robert Mosey. Raneane Poll, Alaric Reinstein. Angela Rider. Kathenne Rodnguez. Megan Roon, Tara Schweitzer. Monica Vcrkerke. Heather Welsh, Heather West. Joshua Woods. Jaclyn Zoerner. Emily Zuidersma. Honorable Mention — Melody Allore. Richard Basarabski. Dawne Bell. Mis­ ty Blain. Tara Boersma. Alicia Count. Justin De Boode. Nathan Deboer. Brian Enders. Joshua England. James Foster. Amber Frost, Mary Hesseltine. Pamela Jamison. Keri Jeurink, Audrey Kiel. Allison Lesert. Sage Lucas, Andrew Mathias. Tybearious Myers. Devin O’Dell, Wanda Pennington. Lisa Postema, Kimberly Rauschenberger, Ryan Ritsema. Thomas Secord. Matthew Send. Amy Smith. Michael Stein. Amanda Stutz­ man. Paula Sweeney. Tanya Vanderwoude. Amanda Veen. Erica Walker. Rhonda Washbum. Kaye Weaver, Sara Wnght. Johnna Yoder, Stephanie Zehr. 10th (>rade A/A- — Tarah Beuschel. Curtis Brinks. Michelle Butler. Courtney Dehaan. Leah Dodd. Rene Eliinger, Andrew Kokmeyer. Kelly Nicholson. Rebecca Singleton. Honor Roll — Martin Bender, Arnie Bergakker, Brett Bremer. Ethan Buist, Traci Campbell. Ruth Caton, Mark Cerka, Sean Crofoot, Jennifer Deschoff. Adelaide Devine. Lisa Devries, Christine Hypnar, Michelle Merlau. Maria Parker. Amber Sans. Ryan Tasma. Honorable Mention — Samuel Alexander. Joel Bar­ nhill. Shawn Davis. Mandi Dewitt. Bradley Enders. Teri Fitch. Tracey Funneil. Jason Gearhart. Timothy Hannan. Bruce Higgins. Cynthia Hiler. Korinne Hutchens. Paul Jamison. Jill Kelley. Daniel Kenyon. Robert Kiel. Angela Kuhtic. Melissa Landman. Jared Novak. Megan Oliver. Katie Polhemus. Jeremiah Postma. Stephanie Potter. Lance Robertson. Trevor Schut. Samantha Sherman. Alison Space. Brian Syserda. Tim Syswerda. Dwight Wade. Joshua Welton. Chan­ da Wenger 11th Grade A/A---- Jeremy Anderson. Gina Boersma. Christopher Debiaay. Rhonda Hesslink. Bonny McMurray, Laura Nelson. Emily Nicholson. Honor Roll — Sarah Allore. Justin Blake. Sarah Brady. Kari Bustraan. Lisa Cash. Randolph Caton. Jessica Coe, Kevin Holst. Matthew Liu, Courtney Rich. April Scharphorn. Brett Suwyn. Kiley Thaler. Aman­ da Townsend. Jennifer Wieringa. Ryan Winchel. Sarah Wisnieski, Erin Wolverton. Gina Yoder. Honorable Mention — Hillary Blough. Wayne Bowerman, Rachel Brock. Nathan Bundy. Jason Clinton. Jennifer Coats. Wendy Dickinson. Arnie Evans. Amanda Fliearman, Jamie Giar. Angela Giidea. Eric Griffith, Shannell Haigh, Amber Holcomb. Rebecca Holwerda. Vikki Jansen. Melanie Johnston. Gary Ket­ chum (Zehr), Christopher Lange. Sarah Matson. Kerri McNees, Malisa Merlau, Justin Middleton, Penny Minor, Carrie Mugridge. Sarah Potter. Sonya Recollet. Karen Richards, Scott Scheib, Kary Schondelmayer. Jamie Smith, Tara Titus. Wendy Wisniewski, Amy Ybema. 12th Grade A/A---- Steven Buchholtz, Britt Haraburda, Carrita In­ gersoll, Meagan Middleton, Joshua Parker. Stephanie Pen­ nington, Carla Ploeg, Thomas Sines. Jaime Strater. Brooke Van Elst. Kendra Weatherhead Honor Roll — Sarah Beute. Katie Curtis. Jeffery Demaagd. Chadwick Featherly. Sarah Jarman. Timothy Keizer. Birte Krutz, Jennifer Lewis. Steven Matison. Heather Miller. Amy Missad. Jessica Pratt. Deanna Reed. Sarah Turner. Michell Wellman. Jeanna Willard. Kathryn Zoerner Honorable Mention — Brian Baughman. Katie Berg. David Bloem. James Cole. Olga Grabowska. Shelly Har ris. Jennifer Head. Richard Hiler. Jeremy Hilty. Jeremy Hoff. Charlyne J a nose. Jen­ nifer Kidder. Stacia Kooiman. Michael Marble. Camilla Moreira. Michael Nelson. Amanda Osborne. Susanne Pedersen. James Ramey. Timothy Rothhaar. Michael Sarver. Jayme Schut. Jason Secord. Robert Seger. Jesse Strzyzewski. Darren Van Elst. Manda Waldeck. William West. Carrie Williamson. Benicia Yoder. Middleville woman cited for sales achievements Catherine Lawrence of Middleville is among a na­ tionally select group of representatives of House of Lloyd. Inc., who were cited for their sales achievements recently. Lawrence has just returned from a training trip to Italy, sponsored by House of Lloyd, a nationwide home party plan firm. She qualified for an ex­ pense paid trip as a represen tative for Gifts by House of Lloyd, which specializes in a collection of gifts for family and friends. The week-long trip included meetings and workshops with other sales representatives and company officials. Catherine Lawrence Local VFW Auxiliary plans membership tea Thornapple VFW Post No. 7548 Auxiliary E. Main St., Middleville, will have a membership drive tea from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, July 7. All ladies in the community related to a veteran are invited to attend. For more information, call 795-7235. • * Homeowners * Cash Fast * * •1st and 2nd Mongaga purenaaa or refinance •Home or Rental Property ' Stow Credit O K. •BUI Consoitoanon etc ‘Fast Easy "Call 24 Hours AH SUM Mortgage 4 Finance Corp. 800-968 2221 Fraa Qualifying Appointment Douglas Smendik M.D. Coming August 1st Cherry Valley Family Care In Association with Dr. James Weatherhead and Pennock Hospital U2M1. C088 LAKE Four bed room ranch on double lot w/ 146 frontage. Home well maintained, fenced in yard, scenic view plus double F/P. Immediate possession. Call Debra 281-8162 D1M1. CASCADE TWP. THORNAPPLE RIVER Caledonia Schools. Beautiful setting on Thornapple Rv. with 81’ waterfront. 2 story walkout with 3 bedroom. 1 *■« bath 8 2 fireplaces. Home Warranty 8 newer carpet 8 paint. Many extras. Call Patty 792-9974 - OUR STAFF 795^9849 Ateot M—*taa 792-6334 Potty Koval 623-8357 Carlaw Shuster Debra Deehrw. Mp 948-9611 792-9974 7583605 281^162 cornerstone ra realty inc. 4611N. Middleville Road - MiddleviHe 795-7933 891-1551 681-2834" lEj Full Time Family Practice Including Pediatrics, Obstetrics and Gynecology Dr. Smendik will begin seeing patients August 1,1994 Cherry Valley Family Care 490 Edwards St. • Middleville For more information or to schedule an appointment Call 795-4434 �Page 6 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / June 28. 1994 Students honored at annualTK honors assembly The Thornapplc Kellogg Class of 1994 was acclaimed at the 23rd annual Honors Assembly May 18. Principal Henry Dugan in­ augurated the ceremony by proclaiming Carla Ploeg the recipient of the Principal’s Achievement Award. Gordon Ironside presented Josh Parker and Kendra Weatherhead with the Univer­ sity of Michigan Award. The Diamond Jubilee Scholarships were bestowed by Ray Page, representing the Rotary Club, upon Carla Ploeg. winner of the Diamond Jubilee Scholarship; Kendra Weatherhead, recipient of the Gerald Page Scholarship; Josh Parker, who received the Floyd B Wells Scholarship; and Jennifer Lewis, winner of the newly established Club Scholarship. Page then honored Stephanie Pennington with the Service Award. Carrita Ingersoll was honored as the recipient of the Thomas Robert Hamilton Memorial Scholarship by Richard Hamilton. Patty Knox presented the Millicent Grace Knox Memorial Scholarship to Carla Ploeg and Katie Berg, recipients of $150 honoraria, and Benicia Yoder, winner of the $300 scholarship Gaylee Kelley from the VFW Auxiliary revealed the winners of the VFW Essay Awards The first place win­ ner of $100 was Kali Zoemer Kendra Wcatherhead was the second-place winner of $50. and the third place winner of $25 was Michele Nicholas The Middleville Women's 2491 S. Patterson — Wayland, Ml 49348 792-2219 or 1-800-860-LAKE 412$. MKXMJVRH Meticulously well kept newer 3 BR ranch with 2 pole born*. Full basement is partially finished. All appliances included! Additional 4 acres available! Call John i Rough 792 4587 for more details! $135,000 DYNAMIC REAL ESTATE 1 800 860 LAKE 4130. MID0LEVILLE Good opportunity for the 1st time home buyer to get their foot in the door on building equity. 1.5 story 2 BR home in the Thornapple-Kellogg School District. Coll Julie Wilson 792-4587 for more details. $46,900. DYNAMIC REAL ESTATE 1 800 860-LAKE ............... H ■ ■■■■■■■■■ Cub Scholarship was accord­ ed to Michell Wellman by Lucille Fmkbeiner. The TK Educational Foun­ dation Traditional Scholar­ ships were presented by Dr. Wayne Fmkbeiner to Sarah Turner and Stacia Kootman. Thomas Nash and Duane Thatcher introduced the senior members of the bands and choir for the Band and Chorus Awards. Recipients of Jazz Band Plaques were Kati Zoemer. Camta Ingersoll and Kati Berg. Carrita Ingersoll also was named as the outstan­ ding Jazz Band student The John Phillip Sousa Award was presented by That­ cher to David Timm and Duane David. The Semper Fidelis Award was presented to Sarah Beute and Brian Baughman. The Drum Major Award was given to David Timm. Amy Missad was acknowledged for her con­ tribution as the flag captain. Receiving plaques for four years in the Symphonic Mar­ ching Band were Sarah Beute. Brian Baughman. Amy Missad. Jeremiah Wert, David Timm. Duane David. Jacob Dussia. Deanna Reed. Birte Krutz. Jessica Pratt, Robin Hesseltine. Brent Dietiker. John Newton. Jason Tustch. Bridget Loftus. Cindy Fox, Brea Moser, Stacey Streeter. Tim Keizer and Jeanna Willard. Sarah Beaute and Jeremiah Wert received the Choir Award from Thatcher. The Dramatics Award was confer­ red upon David Timm and Jeremiah Wert by Thatcher. Student Council certificates were awarded by advisors ■■■■ ■ ■■... .. Raber Endorses Cook White’s Photo Les Raber, retired Irving Township Supervisor and popular musician, endorsing Republican Bill Cook. Cook is seeking the House Seat being vacated by retiring Rep. Bob Bender Township Supervisor, I worked with Bill Cook on many government issues. Speaking from experience, it is clear to me that Bill Cook will be the MOST EFFECTIVE STATE REP. for us. We need continued integrity and leadership in Lansing. He NEED Bill Cook. Les Raber. Irving Township “As Stay Strong — Vote Cook on August 2 Jahnke and Thatcher to freshmen Allison Lesert. Sara Wright. Beth Stevens. Tami Bruin and Toni Farrell; sophomores Teri Fitch. Jerry Postma. Chanda W'enger. Adelaide Devine and Court­ ney DeHaan; juniors Matt Liu. Jeremy Anderson. Chris DeBlaay. Andy Brewer, and Mandy Townsend; and seniors Michell Wellman. Kendra Weatherhead. Katie Berg, Josh Parker and Andy Botwinski. Student Council officers were President John Huyck. Vice President Kati Zoemer. Secretary Michele Nicholas, and Treasurer Trisha Williams. Forensics advisor Mr. Jahnke credited the Forensics participants for their endeavors. They were freshman member Misty Blain; sophomore members Abby LaBin and Megan Oliver; and senior members Josh Parker and Jennifer Lewis The Kent Career/Technical Center Outstanding Student Award was presented to Dar­ ren VanElst by Jahnke. Gerald Stein introduced the Quiz Bowl members: Jennifer Lewis, captain; Erik Lake, Jamie Holes, Alison Werkema, Josh Parker. Tim Keizer, Abby LaBin, Curt Brinks, Shawn Davis, Cheryl Blain, Tarah Beuschel. Leah Dodd. Michelle Butler. Rachel Brock, Amber Sans, Maria Parker and Tracy FunNell. Thomas Lehman disclosed that the P.E. students of the year were Jenna Shook and Andy Finkbeiner. Staff Sergeant Eaton, representing the United States Army, nam­ ed Carla Ploeg and Tim Keizer the National Scholar/Athletes. Athletics Awards were presented by Scott Marvin and Tim Penfield to those seniors who were named as O-K Blue Scholar Athletes. These students were required to possess a 3.5 or higher grade point average, participate in four seasons of athletics, and earn one varsity letter during their senior year. They were Sarah Beute, Carrita Inger­ soll, Tim Keizer, Amy Missad, Carla Ploeg, Jaime Strater, Kendra Weatherhead and Kati Zoemer. The following senior athletes were acclaimed for having obtained six or more varsity letters: Metta Bedrick, Jim Cole, Britt Haraburda, Rich Hiler. Amy Missad, Carla Ploeg. Jaime Strater and Kendra Weatherhead. Receiving certificates for four years of cheerleading from Diane Knight were Michele Nicholas and Katie Berg. Marvin then announced that Carla Ploeg and Mike Sarver would represent TK as the O-K Blue Athletes of the Year The Athletic Boosters an­ nounced the winners of their scholarships. Jane Peck honored Carrita Ingersoll. Kendra Weatherhead. Jeremy Hoff. Amanda Osborne and Brian Baughman. Barbara Barr selected Ken­ dra Wcatherhead as the reci­ pient of the Art Award The American Society of Women Accountants Award winner. Amy Missad. was an­ nounced by Gary McKee. Jacqueline Hoover honored Meagan Middleton as the reci­ pient of the Business and Ser­ vices Technology Award. The Social Studies Award was presented to Kendra Weatherhead by Jim Sprague. Judy Hendrickson confer­ red Jennifer Lewis and Josh Parker with the Science Award. Tim Penfield announced Rhonda Hesselink as the in­ dividual who earned the Basuch and Lomb Award The Computer Award was granted by Kevin Biggs to the members of the two teams who participated in competi­ tion this year. Senior dvision member was Jennifer Lewis and intermediate division member was Jeremy Doombos. Briggs also lauded Josh Parker. Abby LaBin. Melanie Johnston and Jennifer Lewis for being named Platinum Award Winners in the Future Problem Solvers Competition. Abby LaBin also was recognized by Briggs for her third-place finish in the Scenario Writing Contest, which automatically placed her as a national semi-finalist. Susan Kinjorski introduced the members of the Science Olympiad Team. Medal Win­ ners were Rhonda Hesselink and Maria Parker. Team members were seniors Chad Featherly, Duane David and Josh Parker; juniors Rachel Brock, April Matzen, Sarah Allore and Rhonda Hesselink; sophomores Kelly Nicholson, Maria Parker and Abby LaBin; and freshman member Matt Neason. Accepting the English Award from Celeste Diehm was Jeremy Hilty. The Language Award was presented by Douglas Hart to Alison Werkema. Receiving the Journalism Awards from yearbook ad­ visor Hart were Keith Potts, Jessica Pratt and Trisha Williams. Recipient of the Industrial Arts Award from Keith Rhines was Jim Ramey. Jacqueline Hoover in­ troduced officers of the Na­ tional Honor Society; Presi­ dent Josh Parker. Vice Presi­ dent Carrita Ingersoll, Secretary Sarah Beute, and Treasurer Meagan Middleton. President Josh Parker then identified those members who had been inducted as sophomores: Sarah Beute. Jamie Holes. Carrita Inger­ soll. Jennifer Lewis. Steve Mattson. Meagan Middleton. Amy Missad. Carla Ploeg. Jim Ramey. Brooke VanElst. Kendra Weatherhead. Michell Wellman, and Kati Zoemer. Those who were enrolled as juniors were then introduced: Josh Parker. Jaime Strater. Sarah Turner and Alison Werkema Steve Buchholtz. Birte Krutz. Deanna Reed, and Jeanna Willard were ad­ mitted as seniors. After the senior members of National Honor Society were acknowledged. Hoover presented them with the gold chords worn at graduation Judy Hendrickson awarded the TKEA Scholarship to Jen­ nifer Lewis and Carrita Inger soil. Jason Secord received the TKNIA Scholarship from Ann Mane Haase Michigan Education Assessment Awards were presented by Thomas Flctke to the following sophomores for their achievement in reading or math, and to Rhon­ da Hesselink. a junior, for her expertise in science on the MEAP Test: Sam Alexander. Joel Barnhill, Arnie Bergak ker. Tarah Beuschel. Brett Bremer. Chad Brewer. Curt Brinks. Ethan Buist, Michelle Butler. Traci Campbell. Sean Crofoot. Courtney DeHaan. Jennifer Dcschoff. Leah IXxid. Rene Ellmger. Michel Ellis. Brad Enders. Bruce Higgins, Korinne Hutchens. Paul Jamison. Jill Kelley. Daniel Kenyon. Robert Kiel. Andrea Kokmeycr, Angela Kuhtic, Abigail LaBin. Michelle Mcrlau. Kelly Nicholson. Thaddeus Otto, Maria Parker, Jeremiah Poslma, Jim Robertson, Lance Robertson, Amber Sans, Adam Smith, Jessica VanAman, Lisa VanPutten, Jason VanElst, Dwight Wade, Rachelle Walker, Joshua Welton, and Benjamin Wiese. Recipients of certificates of recognition for outstanding academic achievement in the State of Michigan Scholarship competition were Brian Baughman. Steven Buchholtz, Jason Clark, Jeffery DeMaagd. Michele Evans, Chad Featherly, Jeremy Hil­ ly, Philip Johnson, Enk Lake, Jennifer Lewis, Steven Malison, Meagan Middleton, Amy Missad, Josh Parker, Carla Ploeg, Jessica Pratt. James Ramey, Jaime Strater, Sarah Turner, Brooke VanElst, Kendra Weatherhead, Michell Wellman, Benicia Yoder, and Kali Zoemer. 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The Central Michigan Universit) Board of Trustees Honors Scholarship was presented to Carla Ploeg. Receiving a Grand Rapids Community College Trustees Scholarship were Britt Haraburda and Robin Hesseltine. Distinguished Scholarships from Grand Rapids Community College were awarded to Meagan Middleton and Michell Wellman Metta Bednck received the Grand Rapids Community College Foundation Steelcase Scholarship. Another Grand Rapids Community College Foundation Scholarship was awarded to Sarah Beute. Davenport College named Alison Werkema. Jim Cole, and Shelly Harris recipients of its Certificate of Outstanding Academic Achievement Davenport Alternate Scholar­ ship. Charlyne Janose receiv­ ed the MBSA College Scholarship from Davenport College. The Davenport Col­ lege Scholarship was presented to Deanna Reed. Jamie Holes was announced the winner of the Bert Price Scholarship from Grand Valley State University. Recipients of high achiever grants from Michigan State University were Amy Missad Steven Buchholtz. Jeffery DeMaagd, Jamie Holes. Birte Krotz. Steven Matison. Jaime Strater. Sarah Turner. Brooke VanElst. Jeanna Willard and Kati Zoerner These students wore a silver tassel at gradua­ tion to denote this honor. To crown the ceremony . Dugan and McGee introduced the Top Ten of the Class of 1994 and awarded them with a plaque and the gold tassel that they wore at graduation They were Sarah Beute. Carrita In­ gersoll. Jennifer Lewis. Meagan Middlton. Amy Missad. Josh Parker. Carla Ploeg. James Ramey. Kendra Weatherhead and Michell Wellman. and Brooke VanElst. Steven Matison was proclaimed the winner of the Alumni Honors Scholarship from Hope College Presidential Academic Fitness Gold Awards were presented by Mr Henry Dugan and Kevin McGee to Jennifer Lewis. Steven Matison. Meagan Middleton. Josh Parker. Carla Ploeg. James Ramey and Kendra Weatherhead Presidential Academic Fitness Silver Awards were given to Sarah Beute and Camta Ingersoll. Honor Students (3.5 or higher G.P.A but not members of the Top Ten) were introduced by Dugan and McGee. They were Call for Classifieds Phone 795-3345 New Design Full Service Family Hair Styling Salon NEW! Casualwear NEW! & Sportswear 4 TANNERS: 2 Booths & 2 Deluxe Beds - OPEN - 1J% MNM* cmZIN DBCtXiNT «■ **< Caledonia Village Center (M-37) • 891-9257 — As Always, Walk-ins Are Welcome —- Sara O'Malley, Megan Jacques and Laura Bashlor worked with the Lifesavers Company of Holland, which sent the Vanderwegs to represent the company at the Kettle Lake Products Fair. 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The library is offering a summer of programs, events and reading encouragement to promote the pleasure of reading as a leisure time ac­ tivity. and to invite children and adults to share the ex­ perience of reading together. Last year. 15,228 children and adults participated in Kent County Library System's summer reading club. “Camp Read" is for all ages. Participants may sign up at the library and record how many hours they spend reading this summer The goal is to read for eight hours or more. Any kind of reading counts: books, magazines, laptime and bedtime stories — even listening to books on tape The emphasis is on reading for enjoyment For every two hours read, a club member turns in an “It­ chin’ to Read mosquito card, which is displayed at the library . Just like at any camp, as the summer progresses, the swarm of mosquitoes will get bigger and bigger. Participants will earn a “reading incentive'’ just for signing up. and there will be Iocs of prizes all summer long Reading club sponsors include WXMI Fox 17 Kids' Club; Meijer; Witmark; Smith. Haughty. Rice and Roegge. Attorneys at Law; Splash Family Water Park; Subway Sandwiches; National Amusements and Showcase Cinemas; and Schelede's Grill and Spirits Reading club members who display an official club poster in their front windows might get lucky — if the poster is spotted by the WXMI van as it -1 AFFORDABLE L Family Dental Care Honald B. Stegehuis, D.D.S. 891-1240 Wc welcome new patients. Please call for your appointment available Monday-Saturday. 9505 Cherry Valley Rd. Caledonia - on M-37 in the new State Farm Bldg. just north of the light cruises area neighborhoods. The family will win some prizes. Witmark is donating the grand prizes again this year — CD boomboxes, which will be awarded in a special prize drawing in August. An unprecedented number and variety of summer pro­ grams will offer something for everyone. There will be craft and origami workshops, visits by storybook characters and the traveling zoo. puppet theatre presentations, movies, string stories, programs featuring mountain bikes, killer whales and the American Girls characters, storytellers, magicians, musical bands, singers and entertainers, even an “indoor field trip" featuring “Bugs on Wheels." presented by the Young Entomologists’ Society Children's personality Maranda from Fox 17 will host reading club parties at five library locations, accom­ panied by a representative of the West Michigan Whitecaps baseball team. On Aug. 23. reading club participants who have com­ pleted their goal of reading for eight hours will celebrate at an outdoor extravaganza at the Old Kent Park Stadium, spon­ sored by Smith. Haughey, Rice and Roegge The “Camp Read" reading club runs through Aug. 13, with programming continuing through the end of August Complete schedules for all of summer’s events are available at branches of the Kent Coun­ ty Library System. For additional information, call the Caledonia branch at 891-1502. Well-known community activist and former businessman. Leo Veriinde, endorsing Bill Cook for State Representative The House Seat is being vacated by Representative Bender, who is retiring this year “Having worked with Bill Cook's parents. Dick and Rose Cook, and Bill's grandfather. Doc DeFoe, it is an honor for me to endorse Bill Cook for State Rep. It is important to remember where you're from and to know the people you're working for. Bill Cook's hometown values and strong Republican roots make him the BEST CHOICE for our next Representative. Stay strong, vote for Bill Cook on August 2. ” Leo Veriinde, Middleville Several people attended the dedication ceremony for the placement of a state historical site marker at the Lone Willow Farm in Middleville. It was dedicated as the John Carveth House, the early owner. Middleville historic home designated state marker site by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The historic John Carveth house, located on Main Street in Middleville, recently was dedicated with a marker through the State of Michigan Historical Marker program. Herb Bills and George Hathaway, owners and remodelers of the home, were decked out in top hats and tails for the dedication ceremony that took place on Father’s Day, Sunday. June 19. Several of the guests, who were invited because they were somehow connected with the house, dressed in clothing fitting an earlier period. Among the speakers for the program were Gary Clark, a descendant of Aaron Clark, who once owned the home; Esther Walton, Barry County historian; and Laura Ashlee, coordinator of the marker program. Guests had refreshments before and after the dedication and were encouraged to take a tour inside of the house, that has been redone over the past five years by Hathaway and Bills. The house, which was built in 1885 for Michigan Senator John Carveth, was called the Lone Willow Farm. When Hathaway and Bills purchased it in 1987, the house was decorated very basically and modem inside. It is now fully renovated to reflect the period in which it was built, thanks to the work of the two men. Hathaway and Bills took the time to research many of the details like wall coverings and woodworking m the home. Fortunately, there were clues to that stashed in the bam, attic and closets, accor­ ding to Hathaway. Just for example, some of the original woodwork, cabinets and decorative trim was found on the premises The site also is listed in the National Register of Historic Places and the Michigan State Register of Histone Sites. But. even after five years of hard work, Hathaway says there are still things he would like to change, like designing and constructing a new fence for the front of the home Herb Bills (left) and George Hathaway who have spent five years re-doing the John Carveth House stand in front of the marker indicating that it is a state historic site. 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He is survived by three daughters, Tamra (Kenneth) Noffke of Middleville, Michelle (Clarke) Holtsberry of Georgia, Robin Olaughlin of Ohio; 14 grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; one brother, George E. Barrons, of Maryland. Cremation has taken place. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Home, Middleville. Mrs. Marilyn J. Reeg GRAND RAPIDS Mn. Mari­ lyn). Reeg, 58, of Kilmer Drive, Grand Rapids went to be with her Lord on Wednesday, June 22,1994 after a courageous three year battle with lung and bone cancer. Mrs. Reeg was bom Decem­ ber 14, 1935 in Jackson, the daughter of Darrell Stephen Norton & Margaret Esther (Tarbell) Norton, she was a 1953 graduate of Parma High School in Parma and a 1957 graduate of Central Michigan University in ML Pleasant Mrs. Reeg taught Elementary and Junior High in Coldwater for seven years before joining World Book Educational Products in 1964. She retired in 1991 from “World Book" having held the prestigious posi­ tion of Branch Manager for the last 13 years of her 26 year career. She was an active member of Delta Zeta Sorority and the World Book Alumni. Mrs. Reeg will be remem bcred by her family and many firend s around the world as a courageous, strong-willed women with a great sense of humor. She will be deeply missed. She is survived by her loving and devoted husband, David; four children, Crystal and Bruce Bellgraph of Alto, Ryan and Julie Reeg of Granger, Indiana, Lorie and Fernando Rodrigucz of Morelia, Mexico and Amy Jo Reeg of St. Louis, Missouri; grandchildren, Kyle and Steven Bellgraph, Kayla, Emily and Hannah Reeg, and Stephanie, Fernando and Kevin Rodriquez; sister and brother-in-law, Margaret and Gail Landon; brother and sister-in-law Jim & Jeanne Slusser; several nieces and nephews. The Mass of Christian Burial for Marilynn was held on Satur­ day, June 25, at the Holy Family Catholic, Caledonia with the Reverend Father James C. Cusack celebrant A Rosary/ Scripture Service was held Friday, June 23 at the Caledonia Funeral Chapel. Entombment Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens, Grand Rapids. The familly suggests memor­ ial contributions be made to Visiting Nurse-Hospice. Activities planned at Yankee Springs The Yankee Springs Recreation Areas summer adventure series of activities will continue this week at the Gun Lake Campground office. The activities are free, but there is a S4 daily fee or an $18 annual pass to get into any state park Bill Eberle, park ranger, said that the program wa> started last year and was such a success that it was expanded this summer It is offered at more than a dozen state parks in Michigan's Lower Peninsula. Yankee Springs will have a celebration over the July 4 holiday weekend, in honor of the state parks' 75th anniver­ sary. with several interpretive programs All activities are free, but a sticker is needed for entrance into the park. The list of activities for this week are: Tuesday, June 28 9 p.m. — The adventure ranger will lead visitors on a walk to explore the changes at dusk. Wednesday, June 29 10 to 11 a.m. — A guided interpretive walk, led by a park ranger, followed by 'Cartoons and Bumper Stickers." 2 p.m. — A project wild art activity. Friday, July 1 10 a.m. — Active nature games and projects, led by the park rangers. Afternoon — An area in the park will be turned into an ac­ tive ecosystem game of predator and prey. Kids and adults w ill assume the roles of animals, attempting to find, food, water and shelter while evading other, predatory animals. 9 p.m. — A camp fire with challenges, stories, skits and songs. Saturday. July 2 10 a.m. — Active nature games and projects 7 to 9 p.m. — A special historical animation presenta­ tion. setting the stage for fireworks at dusk. 8 p.m. — Camp fire. Saturday , June 25 10 to 11 a.m. — An inter pretive walk with a park ranger, featuring ”Our Feathered Friends." 6 to 7 p.m. — A scavenger hunt, for young and old alike. Missionaries to Bolivia to visit Leighton church The Rev. Ronald and Ber­ nice Famum. missionaries with World Gospel Mission to Bolivia, will speak at Leighton United Methodist Church, 4180 2nd St., Caledonia on Sunday. July 13. at 9:30 a m. Ron Farnum is a native of Minnesota and a graduate of Vennard College (Iowa). He also received an associate's degree at Indian Hills Com­ munity College in aviation mechanics. Bernice Famum is a native of Illinois and attended Ven­ nard College and received her nursing degree at Freeport Memorial Hospital School of Nursing (Illinois). The Famum* were ap­ pointed to Bolivia in 1974 and served there until 1988. when they became the directors of Student Involvement at Ven­ nard College. They have now been reassigned to go to Bolivia, where Ron will again be a pilot with the "Wings of Peace" ministry and Bernice will serve as a nurse. The Farnums are parents of two children. Most of WGM’s ministry in Bolivia takes place in the eastern lowlands near the city of Santa Cruz The work of World Gospel Mission con sists of an airplane ministry to remote jungle areas, church planting and nurturing, evangelism, a medical ministry, and education — both general and theological World Gospel Mission is an interdenominational mis­ sionary organization with ap­ proximately 400 missionaries and support staff serving on five continents. International headquarters are is Marion. Ind Senior party for ’95 planning underway; TK parents needed Organizers of the senior /all-night party traditionally held directly after graduation are already at work at Thomapplc Kellogg planning for next year's event. "We've already started," said one of the volunteers, Marge Loew, "and we need parents of juniors and seniors to help make the party a success." The committee will develop subcommittees to handle specific parts of the party, including finding a secret location. The first fund raiser for the group will be a pop bottle and can drive on July 23 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. "We need volunteers for that, too," Loew said, "kids, parents and vehicles." For more information, or to volunteer, call Marge or Tom at 945-5779 or Chris at 795-3385 days. CRO€L'S m have remodeled and with our new hoist, other new equipment and our new services we are ready to serve you! Gun Lake Chamber meeting features turkey farmers J-Ad Graphics News Service The monthly dinner meeting of the Gun Lake Chamber of Commerce will feature Tom and Jerri Otto, owners of Otto's Turkey Farm in Middleville Scheduled for Thursday, July 7 at Bay Pointe, the presentation by the successful farmers will include new ways to prepare turkey and more information about the naturally low-fat. AUTOMOTIVE | low cholesterol poultry that has become very popular in the 1990s. Dinner begins at 6:30 a.m. with the presentation by the Ottos set for 7:30 p.m. The dinner and the program will be held on the upper deck at Bay Pointe. The public is invited, and reservations are required. For information or reservations call the Chamber at 672-7821 iWo/o G<"Y, Mike WScoh SORE FEET / ANKLES? Assignment Accepted! Medicare. B.C.B.S., PPO, HMO Diabetics • Adult & Children Foot Problems _# I KENT PODIATRY • J Terrence J. 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"Our needs are to have someone who is a profes­ sional. who can help us with a sale of property, so that it s in the client's best interest tax­ wise," Baker explained. "Clients need to have a per­ son they can trust to consult with and be sure they have the right information about a real estate transaction." Myers said that after his June 30 retirement he will take a short vacation, then enroll in a real estate licensing class in preparation for taking the state certification exami­ Retiring Coledonio School Superintendent Robert] nation. "It’ll be interesting to see if Myers will be joining First Reol Estate loter this this old guy can still pass a summer. Jeff Baker, a real estate associate with the test," he added with a grin. firm, welcomes Myers to his new position. He plans to begin his work with First Real Estate the sec­ ond week in August. Myers is retiring from the Caledonia Schools after seven and (xie-half years as superin­ tendent, but he has worked as an educator for nearly 30 years. During his tenure with Caledonia, he has been in­ Free Estimates Licensed Builder volved with several real estate projects for the school district. He oversaw the purchase of the Kraft Avenue site of the by Barbara Gall Staff Writer As Caledonia's superinten­ dent of schools. Bob Myers has spent a lot of time helping the school board seek out and purchase land for future school facilities. He will continue at least that aspect of his superinten- Thornapple Roofing & Siding Vinyl Siding Replacement Windows 795-2039 new middle school, and worked with Baker and Caledonia Village in setting up a public water system to serve the new school and Baker s development on M-37. The district also purchased enough land on 84th Street for a future elementary school, and just recently negotiated a land contract arrangement for Bugs invade Middleville library for reading club by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Middleville Community “ Library staff didn’t really mind that they were infested with all kinds of bugs last Wednesday. Gary Dunn of the Young Entomologists Society did a program for the summer reading club and brought hun­ dreds of bugs with him. even a few that were alive. Dunn used a large rubber grasshopper to give the kids a lesson in how to tell if a bug is an insect. For contrast, out came a JWU x Paint & Stain End Saturday, July 16 MoorGard® . 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Then Dunn invited the children to come up and take a closer kxik at the different bugs he’d brought with him. He had many dead insects that had been pinned and displayed in glass top cases. Dunn also brought along several live bugs to show the children. The live creatures included a zebra-striped tarantula. Madagascar hissing cockroaches, a colony of ter­ mites, and a rain forest millipede that was about six inches long and lelt like a telephone cord. As the kids looked, each had a chance to touch the millipede and watch its 140 legs move as Dunn held h. Reg. $26.69 '&Ca Moore's® LATEX EXTERIOR PRIMER nd wood Reg. Rec. $18.95 and to this, although obviously I have a lot to learn," Myers said of his new venture. "I like to think I’ve con­ tributed to the growth and welfare of Caledonia in my seven years as superintendent. I see this job as a chance to continue helping the com­ munity as it develops." The children at the library program put on by Gary Dunn get a very close look at many insects they've never seen. She FGUBSB I/Oualitv a 130-acre parcel at Morse Lake Road and 92nd Street. pending the outcome of percolation and other soil tests. That properly some day could house another high school/middle school complex if the area continues to grow and develop "I’m really looking forward r . 115 Kinsey Street, Caledonia Phone 891-8143 Slop «0<f see Fo«r Choke is C/esr Richard J. Choryan, O.D. DOCTOR OF OPTOMETRY 139 E Mam St. Caledonia. Ml 891-9224 �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml / June 28. 1994 I Page 11 Deadline to buy Community Garage Sale signs is July 6 Those wishing to purchase a sign to identify them as having a sale in the Middleville Community Garage Sale have until July 6 to buy them, organizers say. The deadline is the last day a person can have the location of their sale put on a map that will be available to the shoppers expected for (he annual sale. The Community Garage Sale is set for Friday and Puppet theater to present plays at library Computer Coordinator Andrew Mann mans the grill and serves up a juicy hot dog to a future middle school student. Caledonia Schools celebrate halfway mark for new middle school construction More than 600 residents joined the Caledonia Schools staff in celebrating the progress of the new middle school construction. With the building about half com­ pleted, the administrators and teachers sponsored a picnic at the construction site. Hot dogs were grilled outside the future cafeteria, and guests could tour the new structure. Youngsters ages four and up are invited to a free puppet theater performance at the Caledonia Library on Thurs­ day. June 30. The show will begin at 10:30 a.m. Plays will include "The True Story of the Three Little Pigs," "The Turnip” and "Somebody and the Three Blairs." The performance is part of the Kent County Library System’s “Camp Read” sum mer reading club and activities. Anyone needing more in- formation should call the Caledonia branch at 891-1502 Saturday. July 15-16 this year. The signs arc available at Crystal Flash. State Farm Insurance. Cappon's Quick Mart. Middleville Branch of the State Bank of Caledonia, the Middleville Branch of Hastings City. Bank, and Pastoor's Family Market The $4 charge for the signs is used to pay for advertising and the signs. For more information, call 945-5779. Dykstra’s Preferred Poured Walls, Inc. • Poured basement walls • Flatwork • Farm work ROB DYKSTRA. Owner T A / 90" <0/4 10698 Finkbetner Rd , Middleville Do-It-Yourself and Save! Dfe- 48 10 % OW raifiV BringAny Deck in your idea and we IUhL_ ■ will help you custom design your own special package. We offer free plan­ ning, and delivery. Landscape^ Timbers Spindles 3x5x8(Rounded) Blueprints of the school were laid out on tables throughout the building so visitors could view the entire plan and also figure out just where they were. $499 36” Colonial 3x6x8 (Square). Treated $£29 Mailbox $4 4 25 Handrail 0 Post * I I POLE BARN SPECIALS Water Gardening Water lilies, water plants, gold­ fish and koi. Also installation of waterfalls and ponds. 24 x32 x8 Apol’s Lanscaping Company • 698-ioao Includes tax and delivery. FEATURES: ...or call for an appointment to visit our ponds and water gardens at 9340 Kalamazoo, Caledonia • • • • • We will be ... 30’x40’x10’..S • Cannonball Track & Quickframe • Masonry & Nails • Choice of 12 Colors • 20 yr. Warranty on Steel Celotex "Storm King Fiberglass Shingles INVENTORY $2499 Thursday, June 30 Open 6 Davs a Week ^2|979 4 j 2 50 SB” ’6" Paint 5 gal., oil base for Caledonia Farmers Elevator 136 E. Main Street • Caledonia 891-8108 • #2 & Better Lumber Poles 8’ OC Trusses 4’ OC Steel Service Door One Sliding Door Red Bam CLOSED Open for Business as Usual Friday & Saturday, July 1 & 2 98c 42” Beveled HD 6x6x8 School Superintendent Robert Myers demonstrates the correct way to doctor up a dog. Myers was taking a break from his post at the grill. _ _ 240 lb The new water tower also is nearing completion The tower is port oi a public water system that initially wit! serve the new middle school and a new M 25 Year Warranty FREE ROOFTOP ■_______ DELIVERY __ We wHI be Closed Ivionday, Uufy 4th d wee im *ra' VISA 6071 Depot Street, Alto • 868-6026 sot e ™ 12 �Page 12 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I June 28. 1994 Women of the Confederacy portrayed Students see new perspective on the Civil War Hansen portrays women ■by Barbara Gall who really lived, putting Staff Writer together short vignettes of five For most of us, Scarlett O'Hara and the other female different “heroines.” each of characters in Gone With the whom had a different perspec­ Wind represent the tive on the Civil War. Three of the women kept stereotypes of the women of diaries and journals, so the Confederacy While there were Southern Hansen could use their own belles like Scarlett who were words in her presentation However, she had to de­ reduced to poverty by the war, most of us are unaware pend on biographies for an understanding of Linda Brent, of the other interesting roles played by Southern women of an escaped slave, and Harriet Tubman. who led other slaves that turbulent time Some were doctors, some to freedom through the Underground Railroad were spies and some even “They did not know how to disguised themselves as soldiers and joined the Con­ read or write, so I had to use biographies in their cases.” federate Army. Dutton Christian Middle Hansen pointed out. "None of these women, ex­ School students last month got a glimpse of some of those ex­ cept Harriet Tubman. is famous. They were ‘ordinarytraordinary women, as por­ trayed by Sandy Hansen of women who weren't really or­ Holland, who presented her dinary at all.” Hansen said that the history one-woman show “Civil War of the Civil War. like the Women.” Synopsis of Minutes Thornapple Township June 13, 1994 Regulor meeting called at 7:02 P.M Board Member* Present 5 Other* 5. Minute* of the last regular meeting approved a* corrected. Printed bill* In the amount of I37.7S1.21 approved by roll call vote. Motion potted unonimoutly ap­ proving tummer billing of Duncan lake Weed a*se»»menf Motion potted unonimoutly ap­ proving ambulance receivable write-off. Motion potted unonimoutly ap­ proving update of office printing, computer chorget. Motion patted unanimously ap­ proving Emergency Services pur­ chase of training equipment in amount not to exceed $2,005 89 Motion passed unonimoutly ap­ proving refund of $8 76 to proper ty owner due to incorrect 1993 assessment Meeting adjourned 9 45 P M Donna Kenyon Thornoppie Township Clerk (404) the Confederacy was defeated. Hansen also portrays Dr. Esther Hill Hawks, a woman doctor from the North who cared for the war casualties. The women s stones are told in a chronological order, so the audience sees a new side to that portion of American history . Hansen never leaves her audience for a costume change, rator. dressed in a simple costume, she uses an old trunk as her prop and on-stage dressing room. While explaining what is happening to the woman she is about to characterize, she ex­ changes garments and ac­ cessories that transform her into that person. Hansen said she made all her costumes and did her own research in preparing her one- Dressed simply as a narrator, Hansen begins her one-woman show with a trunk of costumes and a table of hats and accessories. history of so many important events, ignores the roleswomen played. “We focus on men. and what they did in the war. but we forget about the ‘ordinary’ women, who really did very extraordinary things." Of the five women she por­ trays. only one actually stayed home and took care of the house. Hansen said, even though Southern women, more than their Northern sisters, were expected to play a very traditional role in society. “Women in the North belonged to clubs and com­ CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on July 18, 1994, at 7:30 p.m., the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, concerning an application for an ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia so as to amend the Final Development Plan of the Gourmet Foods International Planned Unit Development, in accordance with an amended Development Plan. The Planned Unit Development covers the following described lands. Lots 16, 17, 18 of Melody Acres, a recorded plat, Section 6, Town 5 North, Range 10 West, Caledonia Township, Kent County, Michigan. A copy of the proposed amending ordinance and the amended Development Plan for Gourmet Foods International Planned Unit Development are on file and may be examined at the offices of ♦he Caledonia Township Clerk, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, during regular business hours. All interest­ ed persons may attend the public hearing and be heard with regard to the requested amending ordinance and the amended Development Plan. Dated: June 23, 1994 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA H4) mittees. but Southern women, for the most part, did not have that kind of opportunity. “There was much more social pressure in the South for a woman to be a ‘lady,’ and not be involved. “Even after the war, women who strayed from the expected role could be ostracized. Besides Brent and Tubman. Hansen portrays Emma E£dmonds, who disguised herself as a man and enlisted in the Army, and Sarah Morgan, a Southern belle who. like Scarlett O’Hara, survived the crumbling of her society as Sandy Hansen portrays Emma Edmonds, a woman who disguised herself as a man to enlist in the army during the Civil War. Edmonds' journal brings alive the scenes she witnessed as a soldier. CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF LAST DAY OF REGISTRATION FOR SPECIAL TOWNSHIP ELECTION TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF THE TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the following local propositions shall be submitted to the registered electors of the Township of Caledonia on August 2, 1994: PROPOSAL A SPECIAL MILLAGE PROPOSAL FOR TOWNSHIP EMERGENCY SERVICES, INCLUDING FIRE PROTECTION AND LAW ENFORCEMENT SERVICES SHALL AN INCREASE OF TWO (2) MILLS ON EACH DOLLAR ($2.00 ON EACH ($1,000) OF STATE EQUALIZED VALUATION IN THE TAX RATE LIMITATION ON AD VALOREM PROPERTY TAXES WITHIN THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA, FOR THE PUR POSE OF PROVIDING FUNDS TO BE USED FOR TOWNSHIP EMERGENCY SERVICES, INCLUDING THE OPERATION OF THE TOWNSHIP FIRE DEPARTMENT, THE PURCHASE AND MAINTENANCE OF FIRE AND RESCUE MOTOR VEHICLES, APPARATUS AND EQUIPMENT, AND FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT SERVICES, BE APPROVED AND LEVIED FOR THE PERIOD OF 1994 THROUGH 1999, BOTH INCLUSIVE (SUCH INCREASE TO PROVIDE IN THE FIRST CALENDAR YEAR OF THE INCREASE AN ESTIMATED $368,000)) PROPOSAL B SPECIAL MILLAGE PROPOSAL FOR MAINTENANCE, CONSTRUCTION AND IMPROVEMENT OF ROADS AND FOR TOWNSHIP OPERATING PURPOSES SHALL AN INCREASE OF ONE-HALF (1/2) MILL ON EACH DOLLAR ($.50 ON EACH $1,000) OF STATE EQUALIZED VALUATION IN THE TAX RATE LIMITATION ON AD VALOREM PROPERTY TAXES WITHIN THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA, FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING FUNDS TO BE USED FOR THE MAINTENANCE, CONSTRUC­ TION AND IMPROVEMENT OF ROADS IN THE TOWNSHIP, AND FOR TOWNSHIP OPERATING PURPOSES, BE APPROVED AND LEVIED FOR THE PERIOD OF 1994 THROUGH 1999, BOTH INCLUSIVE (SUCH INCREASE TO PROVIDE IN THE FIRST CALENDAR YEAR OF THE INCREASE AN ESTIMATED $92,000)? SPECIAL ELECTION FOR SUPERVISOR Notice is further given that the registered electors of the Township shall elect a can­ didate to complete the unexperienced term of the Township Supervisor on August 2,1994 The following persons have been nominated for such office: Fred R. Fleischmann Thomas F. Garbow Notice is hereby given that the last day to register to vote in said elections is July 5,1994 In addition to the regular hours of the Township office, the Township Clerk will be at the Township office, located at 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, until 5.00 p.m. on July 5, 1994, to accept registrations. Patricia Snyder, Clerk Charter Township of Caledonia (403) �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I June 28, 1994 I Page 13 TK Swim Club members compete in first meet b> Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The first meet for the summer session of the Thomapple Kellogg Swim Club was held last Thursday at the Mid­ dleville High School pool. There are about 30 TK students participating in the club this summer, ranging from elementary age to high schoolers. According to TK Com- mumty Education Director Chris Boysen, the club (also called the Tritons Aquatic Athletes) also has a winter session that runs from November through February. Participation in the winter program is usually about doubled The TK Swim Club, which is coached by Bobbie Nieland. provides a chance for kids of all ages to swim competitively while having fun. Four other meets for the summer group are scheduled on the Thursdays of June 30 at Godwin. July 7 at Jenison, Ju­ ly 14 at Wyoming, and July 21 at TK. Anyone who would like more information about the meets or the program can con­ tact the TK Community Education Department at 795-3397. And they're off I Swim Club participants leap to a fast start in one of the races. Trista Frantti earns state regional soccer honors by Barbara (Jail Staff Writer Caledonia's Trista Frantti has received some post­ graduate honors in soccer A forward and co-captoin last season for the CHS girls varsity soccer team, the newly-graduated Frantti was named to the all-regional team and just learned she has received all-state honorable mention accolades. CHS varsity soccer coach Brian Broekhuizen describes Frantti as a ‘playmaker, a positive leader and a great team player with excellent skills and passing ’’ She played soccer all three years since girls soccer Trista Frantti became a varsity sport at CHS. Named all-conference in the Rainbow League for the last two years, she ranked third in league scoring this * season with 17 goals and 13 assists. Frantti played soccer all K three years since girls soccer became a varsity sport at CHS. Recognized by the con­ ference as a senior scholar­ athlete who combines good grades with her athletic skills, she plans to attend Grand Valley State University this fall to major in special education. She is the daughter of Don and Gail Frantti of Caledonia. CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on July 18, 1994, at 7:30 p.m., the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, concerning the application of Caledonia Rent All, Inc., for an ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia so as to rezone the following described lands from the C-2 General Business District to the Planned Unit Development District in accordance with a proposed Development Plan for the Caledonia Rent All Planned Unit Development, for general commercial uses: The South 132 feet of the North 1,320 feet of the West 660 feet of the Southwest 1/4, Section 28, Town 5 North, Range 10 West, Caledonia Township, Kent County, Michigan. A copy of the proposed amending ordinance is on file and may be examined at the offices of the Caledonia Township Clerk, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, during regular busi­ ness hours. All interested persons may attend the public hearing and be heard with regard to the requested amending ordinance. Dated: June 23, 1994 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA (113) Several people turn out to watch the Thornapple Kellogg Swim Club meets. The first one was last Thursday. NOTICE of PUBLIC HEARING TOWNSHIP Of YANKEE SPRINGS BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN TO: THE RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS OF THE TOWNSHIP OF YAN­ KEE SPRINGS, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, AND ANY OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that as a result of Petitions of property owners within the Township signed and filed by the record owners of land whose footage constitutes not less than 51% of the total parcel owners of the hereinafter described Oakwood Shores Special Assessment District, the Township Board of the Township of Yankee Springs proposes to provide for the construction and installation of an extension to the public sewage system and to create a special assessment for the recovery of the cost there­ of by special assessment against the properties benefited therein PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE the District within the foregoing improvements are proposed to be constructed and within which the cost thereof is proposed to be assessed is more Particularly described as follows: Lots 45 through 53 of Oakwood Shores No. 2; also those properties locat­ ed North and East of existing Oakwood Shores lettered A, B, C & D. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the total cost will be equally divided among all parcel owners within said District, regardless of parcel size, road frontage, number of lots owned, etc. All parcel owners/persons will be charged on the basis of 12 owners/persons. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the Township Board has received engineer­ ing plans showing the improvements and location thereof together with an estimate of the costs of such construction in the approximate amount of $18,000.00, has placed the same on file with the Township Clerk, has passed a Resolution tentatively declar­ ing its intention to make such improvements and to create the aforementioned Special Assessment District, and has further tentatively found the Petitions for improvement to be in compliance with statutory requirements. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that said Plans, Special Assessment District and Petitions may be examined at the Office of the Township Clerk from the date of this Notice until and including the date of the public hearing hereon and may further be examined at such public hearing. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that a public hearing upon such Petitions, Plans. District and Estimate of Costs will be held at the Yankee Springs Township Hall. 284 N. Briggs Road. Middleville. Michigan, within the Township commencing at 7:30 p.m on July 14, 1994. At such hearing, the Board will consider any written objections to any of the foregoing matters which might be filed with said Board at or prior to the time of said hearing as well as any revisions, corrections, amendments, or changes to said Plans. Estimates and Costs or to said Special Assessment District. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE any person objecting to the Special Assessment roll or any part thereof must appear in person at such hearing or must file a written objection or protest at or before such hearing, in order to be able to appeal the assessment to the State Tax Tribunal in the event the same is approved by the Township Board. Any such appeal must be filed withm 30 days after the date of the confirmation of the roll by the Township Board. Ail interested persons are invited to be present at the aforesaid time and place and to submit comments concerning any of the foregoing Yankee Springs Township will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and ser­ vices, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed material being considered at the hearing upon five (5) days notice to the Yankee Springs Township Clerk. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Yankee Springs Township Clerk by writing or calling the Clerk at the aodress or telephone number listed herein Harvey E. Vander Bee, Clerk 284 N. Briggs Road, Middleville. Ml 49333 (111) Telephone 795-9091 �Page 14 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / June 28, 1994 $ SUMMER JOBS $ Packers of Quality Frozen Vegetables General Labor and Truck Drivers (Must have CDL) - ALL JOB SEEKERS 16 & 17 Year Olds and Up Retirees and Housewives If You Need Extra $$ DAYS AND NIGHTS AVAILABLE ...need approximately mid-July and August Call 616/374-8837 for additional information. Apply Monday thru Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. TWIN CITY FOODS. INC. 1315 Sherman St., Lake Odessa, Ml ______________________________ E.O.E. *kC^l^Oni° $OCCer pa_ re7t.s’ tchoo' oWicia,s and architects have been working out a plan to install lights at ♦he CHS varsity soccer field. The parents' group plans to raise the funds for the project. Pictured at one of the discussion sessions are CHS football coach Ralph Shefferly (standing, left), GMB landscape architect Tim r IT?• Har™ Perdock Caledonia Schools Director of Auxiliary Services Rich Overmire, Caledonia Athletic Boosters President Chuck Clark and Maintenance Supervisor Ron Pyper. Seated are soc­ cer parents Don Lazarus and Marilou Boncher. Caledonia soccer fans hope to light up the sport by Barbara Gall Staff Writer If you’re a soccer parent, CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT AND SUMMARY OF THE REGULATORY EFFECT THEREOF PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on June 15, 1994. the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia adopted an ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance and to amend Ordinance No. 93-5Z, the Valley Point West Industrial Park Planned Unit Development. The amending ordinance adopts Amendment No. 1 of the Valley Point West Industrial Park Planned Unit Development. The principal provisions of the amending ordinance can be summarized as follows: 1 • Planned Unit. Development, The amending ordinance rezones the follow­ ing described lands from the A Agricultural District to the Planned Unit Development District in accordance with the final development plan, as amended, of the Valley Point West Industrial Park Planned Unit Development: A parcel of land in the Southwest 1/4, Section 17, described as fol­ lows: to find the place of beginning of this description, commence at the East 1/4 post of said section; run thence South 00°44’06” East along the East line of said Section 751.88 feet; thence South 73°56’49” West 1510.77 feet to the centerline of State Trunk Line Highway M-37 and the place of beginning of this description; run­ ning thence South 27°42’28” East 160.62 feet; thence South 88°23’59" West 188 feet; thence South 00°36’01” East 383.8 feet; thence South 88°23’59” West 1039.93 feet to a point on the NorthSouth 1/4 line of said section; thence North 01a06’44” West along said North-South 1/4 line of said Section 345.9 feet; thence North 88c 16’04" East 398.01 feet; thence North 73°56’49" East 780.94 feet to a point on the centerline of said State Trunk Line Highway M-37; thence South 27°42’28” East along said centerline of said highway 15.3 feet to the place of beginning, and also those lands located north of the above-described lands and that are occupied by part of the entrance area of the driveway, as shown on the Development Plan, Township 5 North, Range 10 West, Caledonia Township, Kent County, Michigan. 2 Land Uses, The lands in the Planned Unit Development (the "Development") may be used for light industrial purposes and a portion of such lands may be used for commercial and/or office purposes. The amend­ ing ordinance approves the revised final site plan of Building A and surround­ ing lands dated March 28, 1994. 3 Amendments in the DeyeiQpment The amending ordinance approves certain revisions in the Valley Point West Industrial Park PUD Ordinance (No. 93-5Z), including revisions regarding phasing of building construction, parking area, usable area of buildings, depth of front and rear yards, width of side yards, future parking requirements and other matters. 4 Effective Pate. The amending ordinance will become effective June 28, 1994. A copy of the amending ordinance may be examined at the office of the Caledonia Township Clerk. 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia, Michigan, during regular business hours. Dated: June 23, 1994 TOWNSHIP BOARD OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA (112) you know it's hard to make it to a 4 p.m. varsity game. If you're the person in charge of scheduling games for the Caledonia AYSO (American Youth Soccer Or­ ganization) league, you know there is a shortage of fields when more than 500 young­ sters are signed up to play. If you’re up on how the Caledonia School Board spends its money, you know the district recently paid to re­ do the varsity soccer field to eliminate "Lake Caledonia," a sloppy body of water that ap­ peared on the field each time it rained. The field now has been resurfaced, using the latest technology, to alleviate the drainage problem, and the playing surface is dry and safe. A group of soccer parents believes that putting all these facts together points to an il­ luminating idea: install lights at the newly refurbished var­ sity field so late afternoon and evening games can be played. Varsity soccer games could be played later in the day and in the evening, when parents, friends and even players would not be at work. Evening games would free the field for AYSO competi­ tion in the afternoon, and the older AYSO players could play some of their games un­ der the lights, alleviating the league's scheduling crunch. An illuminated field also would allow maximum use of the facility, and the commu­ nity and the school would be getting a good return on the dollars spent redoing the field. "Lighting the field would address a lot of problems." said Doug Minder, who is chairing a group that has taken on the project of getting lights installed at the field. Dubbed "Support Our Soc­ cer," the organization is com­ prised chiefly of soccer par­ ents who are interested in the sport and want to see both community and school soccer programs continue to flourish, Minder said. In addition to the evergrowing AYSO program, which serves youngsters ages 6 through 13, there are now junior varsity and varsity teams for both boys and girls at the high school. Minder explained that CHS varsity coach Brian Broekhuizen and Deputy Su­ perintendent Craig Schmidt, who has been active as a par­ ent with AYSO soccer, prob­ ably were the first to come up with the lighting idea. "They recognized that the newly redone field would be quite a showcase field for the community. They also were concerned with the problem of varsity games always starting at 4 p.m., which creates a lot of time conflicts for parents who want to see their kids play. "They were discussing the question of how to make the new field more accessible when the idea of lights came into the picture." Letters were sent out in March to both community and school soccer parents, inviting them to a "brainstorming" ses­ sion. About 20 attended that first meeting, Minder said, and or­ ganized into several commit­ tees to identify funding op­ tions, cost estimates and whether there would be any community support for such a project. The idea of using the foot­ ball field for soccer was dis­ cussed. but finally rejected, partly because of the cost of redoing that field to accom­ modate soccer field dimen­ sions, and because football has extensive community and school programs of its own during the boys' fall soccer season. The committee returned to the original idea raising money for lights for the var­ sity soccer field. "We knew the schools could not fund such a project with all the recent budget cuts they had to make. They just could not put any more money into that facility," explained Minder. The SOS group estimates that lights for the field will cost anywhere from $15,000 to $20,000, but it was encour­ aged by the reaction of poten­ tial sponsors. See ‘Soccer lights' on page 15 ASSEMBLERS and PLASTIC MACHINE OPERATORS $7-$7.15 per hour plus daily overtime in some cases. Second & Third Shift. 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The group is planning some fund-raisers of its own. begin­ ning with running the offi­ cials’ tables at the recent AAU regional and state girls' bas­ ketball tournaments held at Caledonia High School. Once actual costs are known, Minder said, more fund-raisers might be planned. The SOS group, in the meantime, has met with school grounds officials Rich Overmire and Ron Pyper to make certain that the installa­ tion of lights will meet school standards and its liability and maintenance concerns. "We want to be sure, for in­ stance, that the electrical in­ stallation is adequate, and we might need additional fencing between the soccer and base­ ball fields." To make sure the job is done properly, SOS probably will contract the lighting pro­ ject, rather than use volunteer labor. Architect Harm Per­ dock, of GMB Architects and Engineers, the firm building the new middle school, has prepared both a short-term and long-term concept plan for the soccer field that takes into account the other sports facilities located behind the high school. "We are trying to make sure continued from page 14---------- - that what we re doing facilit­ the SOS group then will know ates both the present and the just how much money it needs future use of all the fields, and to raise. Minder said SOS plans to that the lighting project does not conflict with those ocher have the lighting installed and sports fields.” Minder empha­ ready to use for the fall soccer season. sized. "There are a lot of people The Caledonia Athletic Boosters also have been kept driving this effort, and I'm informed of the project, al­ sure well have lights on the though that group is not being field this fall. We plan to ded­ icate them after school starts asked to fund it. "The Boosters historically and recognize all those who have donated funds to differ­ made the project possible." Minder said that as far as he ent school sports, and we don’t want to ask them to pour knows, no other areas have a all their money into soccer. lighted soccer field, except That wouldn't be right. But those programs which use the we do want the Boosters to school's football field for soc­ know what s going on, and we cer. "This will provide options appreciate their input." Minder said that while the both for the school and the soccer enthusiasts have a vi­ AYSO programs that will be sion of some day adding a very nice to have," he said. "This is kind of a neat time press box, additional spectator seating and a scoreboard to to be focusing on soccer, with the World Cup games going the soccer field, the lighting is their primary focus right now. on. I think the lights are going "That much we know we to be an exciting addition to will do," said Minder. "Be­ our own community sports yond the lights, we will do program." Anyone with questions what we can afford." Right now Perdock is about the project, or who putting together a specifica­ might like to donate time, ex­ tions package so the project pertise or funds, should call can be put out for bids, and Minder at 891-9440. Caledonia ‘Happy 60s’ picnic set for July 11 The Caledonia “Happy 60s Club" will have a picnic at noon Monday. July 11. at the Caledonia Lakeside Park Each member is asked to bring a dish to pass, table ser- Middleville and Delton wresters offered themseives as workout partners for the Italian team which was on its way to the Cadet World Championships in Chicago. Italian wrestling team visits Middleville A wrestling team from Italy, enroute to the cadet world championships in Chicago which started June 23. had a two-day layover in recently. TK wrestling coach Tom Lehman heard the team would be in Michigan for 10 days and offered the high school and the wrestling team as a workout facility and workout partners. The Ross Sclafni family volunteered as interpreters for the team. On the first day of the lay­ over, the Italian team had pizza at Phil’s Pizzeria and a vice and beverage, and a $1 gift for bingo. Anyone with questions about the club or the picnic should call 698-6335. MAXIMIZER' COMBINES: RIGHT PRICE, RIGHT NOW shopping stop at Woodland Mall for souveniers, wrestling shoes and tee shirts. A picnic followed at the high school for a get aquainted session. Several families offered their homes to the Italian team members. Those who hosted the 15 and 16 year old wrestlers were: the Bruce Bender family, Dave Doster and family. Gary Middleton and family, Sclafni’s and the Steve Stampher family of Delton. There was a two-hour wrestling practice on the sec­ ond morning, directed by the MIDDLEVILLE'S NEW FITNESS FACILITY I -BODY MASTERS combine pans ■ 185- to 260-horsepower combines. ■ Improved productivity, better grain quality and more of it ■ Higher reliability, big capacity, fast maintenance. ■ Top cab comfort and great Italian team coaches. Nine TK wrestlers and three from the Delton-Kellogg wrestling team joined in the workout. Before the kids were sent on their next stop, the Sclafni’s hosted a traditional steak and spaghetti dinner for the team. Lehman said he couldn’t thank enough all the people who helped make the short stay of the Italian team fun and enjoyable. "Everyone the Sclafni’s, the host fami lies. Kevin McGee and the high school people made this happen. 1 would like to give them a big thank you for all their work." I • PRECOR STEPPERS I -TECTRIX BIKE MAX'S -FREE WEIGHTS -AEROBICS Z STEP AEROBICS • TANNING.. 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M-37 - CALEDONIA � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/704/SunandNews_1994-07-05.pdf 69cf2e3ec2e5dbe7ee1efb78117c7c73 PDF Text Text bulk rate Th 12/30/99 Hastings Public library id Netos F 121 Church Hastings, Ml. *9056 B U.S. POSTAGE PAID HuVngxXI 49058 Permit No. 7 Your Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas No. 23 Middleville, Michigan 49333 124<h Year I July 5. 1994 TK superintendent selected By Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Jay Scott Cason, current principal of Grand Haven Senior High School, has been unanimously selected by the Thornapple Kellogg School Board to become the district's new superintendent. The board's decision came after conducting second inter­ views with Cason and two other candidates last week. Then they visited the home districts of two candidates. "Visiting Grand Haven made all the differences in the world," explained President Jan Siebesma. She said that those who visited and talked with other administrators and teachers were very impressed with Cason's strong leadership, school academic achievements, and the fact that every school Cason has been connected with has got­ ten national recognition with his guidance. Siebesma said that the staff they talked with said only good things about Cason and Jay Scott Cason that they would be sorry that he might be leaving Grand Haven. In his letter of application to the board, Cason said. "Although 1 have thoroughly enjoyed my years as principal. I feel it is time to meet new challenges." Cason was the only can­ didate who has not had ex­ perience as a superintendent. However, he has served as principal at Grand Haven Senior High School; Jackson Hole High School in Jackson. Wyo., Campbell County High School in Gillette. Wyo.; and Berrien Springs High School in Michigan. Cason also has been assis­ tant principal at Switzerland County Junior-Senior High in Vevay. Ind., and as a teacher/counselor at the Car­ roll/ Pendleton County Schools. Along with professional organization and civic organization affiliations, Cason has held several offices and served on many commit­ tees, and furthered his own educaton by attending seminars and conferences. Cason has had articles published in "Secondary Education Today . " He has been involved in education since 1968. However, as of Friday, Cason had not accepted the TK Board offer because he couldn't be reached. Siebesma had contacted his See Superintendent' on page 2 Bob Kenyon honored with open house Bob Kenyon began his career with what evolved into the Thornapple Township Emergency Services in 1954, when he returned to Middleville after his discharge from service in the U.S. Navy. Kenyon began as an auxiliary fireman and replaced a retiring fireman in 1955. Appointed assistant chief in 1963, he became chief over the fire department and ambulance service in 1976. Here, he pauses for a photo with his wife Donna at his open house celebration on Thursday, June 30. $2.1 million project would protect lake, ground water State, county officials back proposed sewer expansion by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Citing studies showing a trend of septic failures on pro­ perties in the Campau-Kettle Lake area, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources and the Kent Coun­ ty Health Department are sup­ porting Caledonia Township's proposed $2.1 million expan­ sion of the Campau Lake sewer system. Officials from both agen­ cies agree that the expansion is needed to protect not only the quality of the lakes, but also the potable groundwater in the area. Though responses to a township questionnaire in­ dicated lake area residents favor such a project 2 to 1. not everyone in the proposed sewer district is happy about the proposal At a June 28 information session on the sewer project, a number of residents expressed concern about special assess­ ment and hookup costs. Township legal counsel James White told the audience that preliminary estimates show the assessment would run $6,950 per user, or $348 per year on the principal, payable in annual installments over 20 years. Early payoff is possible to avoid interest payments. Additionally, each user would pay: — Interest on the unpaid balance, estimated at 8 per­ cent a year. At 8 percent, in­ terest payments would begin at $528 and decrease by $28 per year — A $300 annual operating and maintenance fee. — A $36 annual debt ser­ vice fee. — A one-time hookup cost. This could vary from $500 to $3,500, depending on the pro­ perty. but an average cost is estimated at $1,200. The existing Campau Lake sewer system serves only 80 properties on the northeast section of the lake, and has a troubled history, which presently includes an under­ sized drain field. The proposed expansion would provide a new SBR (se­ quencing batch reactor) treat­ ment plant that could serve the original system, plus an addi­ tional 222 improved proper­ ties. including ail lakeside properties on both Campau and Kettle lakes. Properties adjacent to the lakeside properties, such as Kettle Lake Elementary, or that drain toward the lakes also will be included in the sewer district. Some of these are as far away as 76th Street, where terrain is not ap­ propriate for drain fields "We're looking at a trend (of septic failure), rather than just a single property." said Dave Kraker. supervising sanitarian of the Env ironmen­ tal Division of the Kent Coun­ ty Health Department He pointed out that of 192 lake area parcels reviewed by his department at the request of the Caledonia Township Sewer Committee. 67 already have recorded septic repairs, and that nearly half of those surveyed actually do not have suitable soil for an on-site dram field “...we can’t bury our heads in the sand. Whether any of us like it or not, water quality in this area is becoming a serious issue. ” - Tom Garbow More than half of those checked do not have an alter­ native septic site on the property-. He defined a septic failure as a condition in which: — The drainage system is installed in the water table. — Or the system is flooded. — Or waste water is observed on the ground sur­ face or backing up in the house. He said that many systems in the area experience "seasonal" failures because they have been installed in or very close to the seasonal high waler table. In some cases, he said, lots are too small to allow the re­ quired 50-foot isolation distance between a septic system and the well providing drinking water to the dwelling or a neighboring dwelling. "In the majority of cases, it is not possible to repair or replace the existing septic system in keeping with cur­ rent regulations." he wrote in an information packet distributed to the 75 residents attending the meeting. "Treatment of waste water is as important as getting rid of it," Kraker emphasized. Without a community sewer system in place, there are no good options for proper treat­ ment of waste water for many of the Campau-Kettle Lake properties, he said. Such options as a "mound­ ed" septic system and the "pump and haul” solution are very expensive, as are new technologies, he said. A sand-filtered system, for instance, costs $10,000. Without adequate wastewater treatment on the property , the County Health Department would, as a last resort, be forced to condemn the property and order the owners to evacuate. Kraker said Rex Lane, of the Michigan DNR Ground Water Permits Unit, explained to the au­ dience that the present Cam­ pau Lake sewer system no longer meets the nondegrada­ tion standards as recently amended by the Michigan Water Resources Commission The township, therefore. must either apply for a variance, or upgrade the wastewater treatment facility in the area. He told the residents that the SBR system proposed by the township for the CampauKettle Lake area would be feasible at the existing treat­ ment site with little or no addi­ tional property needed. If the township plans to con­ struct such a facility, the DNR could issue a temporary per­ mit that would allow the township two years to con­ struct the plant. In his written statement in­ cluded in the information packet, Lane noted that nitrates already have con­ taminated some residential wells in the Campau-Kettle Lake area. “Numerous studies have shown that high density developments with septic tank and drain field systems on small residential lots result in high nitrate-nitrogen levels in the area groundwater,” he wrote. Expanding the sewer system all the way around Campau and Kettle lakes would allow for an improved groundwater supply and greatly improve the water quality of the lakes themselves. Lane said. White explained that the township actually would finance the system through Kent County, which has an excellent credit rating and therefore could get lower in­ terest rates on the bonds for the sewer project. The county also has a fulltime Department of Public Works that can supply the needed expertise for the construction. The township would repay the county through the special assessment paid by the sewer system users. Residents' concerns centered on costs, the inclu­ sion of properties not on the Seo ‘Sewer* on pogo 2 In This Issue.... • Siebesma re-elected as TK School Board President • Seat belts minimize injuries in accident • State FFA officer attends national conference • Middleville blood drive nets 48 pints �Page 2 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / July 5, 1994 Siebesma re-elected as TK school board president Bv Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Jan Siebesma has been re­ elected for the third year as president of the Thomapple Kellogg School Board. Other officers elected for the 1994-95 school year are Dan Parker, vice president; Rick Roth, secretary, and Wendy Romph, treasurer Other business accomplish­ ed during Friday morning's organizational meeting includ­ ed setting up the regular school board meetings for the second Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. with two exceptions. The organizational meeting was considered as the July meeting. And. the meeting of June 1995 will be held on June 19 due to school elections. However, the board did plan a special meeting for Monday. July 18. to complete any additional July business. Several depository banks were approved for the district including Hastings City Bank. State Bank of Caledonia. Old Kent Bank. United Bank of Michigan. Michigan Liquid Asset Fund, and First of America The board also voted to continue with the existing board policy. In addition, a signature card resolution was passed, school attorney and school auditor approved, and board member stipend set at $15 per meeting which is the same as this past year. Special assignments were made with Dan Parker serving as the legislative liaison, and Dave Smith and Rick Roth Jon Siebesma with Wendy Romph as alter­ nate will sene on the School Improvment Curriculum Council. Village Council decides how to advertise property sale By Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The Middleville Village Council continued to work out the details for the sale of 10 acres of village property. Notice for the sale of the parcel that is on State Road between Lescoa and Hunter Ridge Apartments will be run in the Sun and News and Grand Rapids Press for three weeks It will be a closed bid pro­ cess with the sale going to the COUPON Q,V_Z^ 19th Anniversary . ^^5 Special — 19%Off ALL MERCHANDISE With this coupon. (Excludes patterns.) Coupon Expires Saturday. July 30, 1994 MR. J SEWING MACHINE REPAIR 218 E. State St., Hastings Ph. 945-9673 highest bidder. Council determined earlier that the lowest acceptable bid would be set at $40,000. The council also reserved the right to refuse all bids. The final day for the village to accept bids will be in the ads. In other business last Tues­ day. the Village Council: • Received the key from the Village Hart in connection with the Mayor Exchange Day held in May. • Approved the purchase of up to $3,000 for new Christmas decorations to replace the old ones that are worn out or damaged. • Heard presentations from candidates, Senator Jo Anne Emmons for 23rd District State Senator, and Terry Geiger for Michigan 87th District House of Representatives. • Went into closed session for a job performance review for Village Manager Ev Manshum. Dan Parker The school board voted to continue membership in the Michigan Association of School Boards, the MASB Legal Trust Fund, and in the Michigan High School Rick Roth Wendy Romph Athletic Association. The TK Board will no longer be a member of the Informula School District Caucus. "There really are no longer any in-formula schools (or out-of-formula) since the change m state funding." said Siebesma. Public invited to July 19 open house Caledonia OES to celebrate 100-year anniversary The Caledonia Chapter No. 97 of the Order of the Eastern Star invites the community to help the chapter celebrate its 100th anniversary at an open house on Sunday. July 10. Ice cream and cake will be served from 2 to 4 p.m. at the historic Caledonia Masonic Temple on West Main Street in Caledonia Village. “There will be decorations outside, so you can’t miss it," said Caledonia Chapter Wor­ thy Matron Millie Porritt. Photos of past Worthy Matrons and Patrons "as far back as we can go" will be on display at the open house, along with some of the hand­ made quilts presented to past retiring Worthy Matrons. Porritt said. The chapter will honor its Life Members (40 years of membership), its Golden Life Members (50 years of membership), the Masons, its sister chapter in Hickory Cor­ ners and chapters from Kent County and neighboring coun­ ties who have worked with the Caledonia OES. The chapter was founded on Oct. Il, 1893, but members decided to wait until new of­ ficers were established and warm weather prevailed before holding its celebration, Porritt said. "We want to emphasize that all the families in the community are invited to our open house." she said, adding that Dorothy Dutcher, a well known local cake maker, will be preparing the cake for the party "It’s a big day for us. and we hope our friends and all our members, past and pre­ sent, will be there," Porritt said. "We think it’s especially fitting that we can hold our 100-year birthday party in the Caledonia Masonic Temple, which is one of the historic buildings in the village." Sewer continued from page 1— lake, whether or not the pro­ bacteria, and the test did not ject was subject to a vote by measure such areas as the people and whether or not sedimentation or nitrates. the lakes actually are a health Several residents did speak hazard at the present time. in favor of the project. Users of the existing system Caledonia Township Super­ asked why they had to con­ visor Tom Garbow said that tribute $900 a year toward the he was disappointed at the low new project, and Township turnout for the meeting, and Engineer Randy Wilcox ex­ added that he assumed those plained that both old and new who did not come were in systems would be using the favor of the proposal. new SBR treatment facility. “I live on the lake, and I The project does not have to struggle to pay my mortgage, be approved in an election, too," he said. and Lane said that as far as his "I certainly understand the office knew, the lakes concerns over the cost, but it’s presently did not pose any just something that is going to health hazard. have to be done. We must Kraker said that the only protect our groundwater and test performed on the lakes we must protect the lakes. was for fecal coliform We’re already paying to apply a herbicide to kill the weeds that are growing in the lakes from septic systems leaking into the water." Garbow said that specific lots not adjacent to the lake will be reviewed at the owner’s request. "If we kx>k into it, and find out that it’s not necessary for that lot to be hooked up, we’ll work with the owners on it." he said. "The district is not etched in stone, and I’m sure we’ll be making some changes to these preliminary plans. "But we can’t bury our heads in the sand. Whether any of us like it or not, water quality in this area is becom­ ing a serious issue." Superintendent continued from page 1 wife, who said Cason was ex­ pected home on Sunday or Monday from an Idaho river trip. "Until we hear from him. everything is up in the air," said Siebesma The salary advertised for the position is $74,500. That and other terms are negotiable, according to Siebesma "W'e want to iron things out as quickly as possible. If he accepts, the board would like him here as soon as possible. ‘' said Sibesma The position was vacant as of Friday, since Superinten­ dent Steve Garren retired on June 30. The board also is looking forward to the arrival of new Curriculum Director Cheryl Allen sometime in July. STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY Call us for a quote for all of your insurance needs. • Auto • Life • Health Home • Business • Investment Caledonia Village Centre 9365 Cherry Valley Avenue Caledonia, Ml 49316 891-9294 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / July 5, 1994 / Page 3 | OBITUARIES Mrs. AI id a J. Ward HASTINGS - Mrs. Alida J. Ward, 78, of Hastings, passed away Tuesday, June 28, 1994 at Tendercare in Hastings. Mrs. Ward was born on March 1, 1916 in Thomapple Township, Barry County, the daughter of Joseph and Jennie (Beskie) McClurkin. She was raised in the Middleville area and attended rural schools there. Mrs. Ward married Harold Ward on September 14, 1936. She was a life long Barry County resident, living many years in the Delton and Irving Two of the vehicles involved in a four-vehicle crash on M-37 Monday afternoon near Parmalee Road. Police said the incident would have been much more tragic if seat belts hadn't been worn. Seat belts minimize injuries in accident A Michigan State Police trooper from the Wayland post said he believes a fourcar accident Monday after­ noon . June 27, on M-37 would have been much worse had the people involved not been wearing scat belts. Two people were taken by ambulance from the scene, but none of the injuries were believed to be serious, according to Trooper R. L. Hoffman. All of the people involved were from Middleville. I hc crashes occurred on M 37 at Parmalee Road after a southbound car driven by Brian Veenstra, which was stopped to tum left onto Par­ malee, was struck from be­ hind by a van driven by Salina Johnson. Johnson said she had been behind a vehicle that passed Vecnstra's car on the right, thus temporarily blocking her vision. When Johnson's van struck Veenstra's car, the latter was thrown into a guard rail on the right and Johnson’s van was forced into the path of an on­ coming pickup truck driven by Lois Rider. Rider tried to avoid hitting the van and in­ stead struck a car on Par­ malee. driven by Chris Wil­ son, waiting to cross M-37. Johnson was cited for fail­ If you missed the last. ing to stop in an assured clear distance. Veenstra was taken to St. Mary's Hospital in Grand Rapids, where he was treated and released. It was not known which hospital Rider was taken to, but Hoffman said there didn't appear to be a serious problem. Hoffman said the fact that all drivers and passengers were properly belted kept in­ juries less serious than they could have been. He noted particularly that the Wilsons had their children in appropri­ ate car seats. The trooper also said that these kinds of accidents often can be the result of someone passing to the right of a car turning left on a two-lane highway. DON’T MISS THIS ONE! For Classified Action-Ads Thursday, Friday & Saturday July 9,10 & 11 CALL 945-9554 <55p*RAINBOWS END and Frank Campbell of Hast­ ings; five grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; three sisters, Betty McClurkin of Warren, Edna Leyendecker of Grand Rapids, and Doris Norman also of Grand Rapids. Funeral services were held Saturday, July 2, at Wren Funeral home with Reverend Richard Taggart officiating. Burial at Irving Township Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of one’s choice. Mrs. Ruth E. Teater______________________ ________ ALTO - Mrs. Ruth E. Teater, 83, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Monday, June 27, 1994. She was bom on October 2, 1910 in Watervliet the daught­ er of Arthur Milton and Orpha Myrtella (Reames) Omweg. Her occupation was a Caledonia OES celebration is July 10 seamstress working with baby clothing. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lester C. Teater on December 24, 1963; and granddaughter Robin K. Agema. Mrs. Teater is survived by her children, Gertrude and Ray Hawkins of Alto, Ella and Larry Jackson of Florida, George and Carole Teater of Middleville and Chester and Cindy Teater of Middleville; 23 grandchildren and 26 great­ grandchildren. Funeral services for Mrs. Teater were held on Thursday at the Whitneyville Bible Church in Alto with Pastor William Dobson officiating. Interment at Lakeside Cemetery Arrangements were made by the Caledonia Funeral Chapel. All members and friends of the Caledonia Chapter No. 97, Order of the Eastern Star, are invited to attend the group’s 100-year anniversary celebration at the Caledonia Masonic Temple, Sunday. Ju­ ly 10, between 2 and 4 p.m. Come and have cake and ice cream. World-Wide Credit With a Hometown Number! Your “Hometown" Visa and MasterCard is issued and handled directly by us. No waiting around. If you have a question, we're here to answer it. If you need a cash advance, we'll take care of it. And best of all, you'll be dealing with a bank you know and trust. Hometown professionals who believe in working together to build a stronger community. Yarn, Craft & Variety HOURS Mon Fri 9 to 8. Sat 9 to 5 30 Caledonia Village Centre Areas. Mrs. Ward’s employment included fanning with her husband and she also did housekeeping for several area families for many years. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harold on Novermber 13,1966; brothers. 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They wanted to see each other, so they decided to get together at our house so everyone could be together Last Saturday. Pat and his family flew in from Westfield, N.J., arriving in the late afternoon. Then Terri Velderman, our grand­ daughter (Ted's daughter). her boyfriend and his two children arrived and spent Saturday and Sunday with us. They had to go back Sunday night. On Monday. Mary’s family drove in from the Portland. Ore.. area. Everyone is going home this coming Sunday, so I'm having a good time visiting with them and they're all hav­ ing a good time visiting with each other. Cay is helping to entertain all of the kids with horse cart rides. We have kit­ tens and so on. so they’re hav­ ing a good time. The weather is not so hot to­ day. Wednesday afternoon. It's raining off and on but. it’s just wonderful to have the kids home and to see them inter­ relate. The grandchildren are do­ ing things they , haven’t done before. For instance. I think they are going to sleep in the hay mow one night. This afternoon they’ve gone to see a movie so Johnny and I are just sort of catching our breath. They'll be home after supper Just to have your family together is quite a lot of fun and a real rich blessing. By the way. 1 wanted to answer the person who wrote me a letter and refused to sign their name. It's been my prac­ tice. all the years that I’ve written my column, for me to put my name on the column as I express my views. So I ex­ pect that if you want to write to me and have me read it. you must sign your note with your name, not “your friend.’’ or something like that. If you want to repeat the note that you wrote me. I will comment on it in my column, but only if you sign your name. You have to be willing to stand up for what you believe in. If you don’t like my opinion, that's fine. I don’t always like other's opi­ nions. But I do put my name on my opinions. So will you folks please forgive me that I have taken the week off? I'll be back to doing my regular column next week. Thanks a lot for all your encouragement. Caledonia graduate earns law degree Jeffrey A. VanMeter, son of Marion and Al VanMeter of Caledonia, graduated from Detroit College of Law June 12 with his juris doctor degree. He is a 1986 graduate of Caledonia High School and a 1991 graduate of Grand Valley State University with a bachelor of business ad­ ministration degree in finance and investment. He will be writing the State Bar examination July 26 and 27. He is also the grandson of Mrs. Lucille Brown of Woodland and Mrs. Ann VanMeter of Florida. LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church — Serving a Living Lord SUNDAY........ 9 45 a.m., 11:00 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY................................ Family Fellowship Prayer A Bible Study 7:00 p.m 7240 68th Street, SE — Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Rev. Brian F. Harrison Youth Pastor. Darrel L. Schrock Music, Jeffery C. Vander Heide CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A church with a caring heart for our community and the world" Sunday Services....... 9:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. M-37 at 100th St., Caledonia, Ml Church Office: (616) 891-1512 Rev. Gerald Van Oyen Al Tiemeyer Community Calling FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville Bruce N. Stewart, Pastor Lee Taylor, Assistant Pastor 9:45 a.m. Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Rev. James Cusack CHRISTIAN REFORMED 6201 Whitneyville Avenue 10:00 a.m. .6:00 p.m. Sun. Morning Worship. Evening Service........... Sunday Evening Service . Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer Rev. Bernard Mulder, Pastor 868-6306 Word of Life Clubs WELCOME TO Gaines United Brethren Church Kalamazoo Avenue at 92nd Street Caledonia, Michigan Telephone 698-8252 Pastor Mark Beers Pastor Scott Taylor Reaching People With Christ 8:30 am to 9:30 am — First Worship Service 9:30 am to 9:45 am — Coffee Fellowship 9:45 am to 10:45 am — Sunday School 10:45 am to 11:00 am — Coffee Fellowship 11:00 am to 12 00 Second Worship Service Nursery and Childrens Church will be provided during both services. “Set an exampie In speech, in lite, in love, in faith and in purity." ____________ 1 Timothy 4:12 LEIGHTON UNITED METHODIST Peace Reformed Church Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Sunday Worship Services....... 8:30 or 11:00,6:00 Sunday Morning Worship ..9:30 a.m. (Interpreted for hearing impaired). ,11.10a.m. Sunday School.................................... Sunday Evening Service..................... Pioneer Club (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday..................... 6:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting - Wednesday........................... 7:00 p.m. Youth Fellowship - Sunday.............................. 5:00 p.m. RAY TOWNSEND. Pastor TIM DOUBLESTEIN. Youth Director 708 West Main Street P Morning Worship Service.......... Sunday School.............................. Evening Worship Service........... Phone 891-9259 10:00 a m. ,11:15a.m. ..6:00 p.m. YOU AKE INVITED Services at 9:30 a.m and 6:00 p.m. Worshipping at Kettle Lake School on Whitneyville Rd. South of 68th Street CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST 795-3667 WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH MIDDLEVILLE and PARMELEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES 8546 Whitneyville Ave at 84th St •891-8661 'The Church where everybody is somebody. and Jesus Christ is Lord” 111 Church Street Sunday School.................................... 930 a m. Sunday Morning Worship.................... 1930 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship...................... 6 00 p.m. Wed Midweek Prayer 8 &t>te Study 700pm Bev W^ar-Oocscr Pastor Steve joaaon vaUh Pastor. trite u»ney UUsciV. Wednesday Night “Family Night” 6:45-8:15 Includes Adventure Chib, Choirs for Children and Adults. High School Youth Group and Adult Classes For information call: 891-8119 St. Paul Lutheran Kraft Ave. & 84th St., Caledonia, Mi (Missouri Synod) brotherly love. " Rom. 12:10 First Service.....................................8 30 a.m. Sunday School ........................... 9:45 a.m. (Fellowship Coffee 9:45 a m. to 10:00 a.m) Bible Classes 10 00 a.m. Second Service.............................. 11 00 a.m. (All Services have a Nursery available) 12200 Chief Noonday Road (al Gun lake) Wayland, Michigan 49348 • 795-7903 Barner Free / Programs for All Ages Sunday Worship 10:00 am Sunday School Wednesday ’’Family Night” 6:00 p.m. Rev. Carroll Fowler — 765-5316 Ipi’ing, PoulWC, Church Office Phone — 795-9266 Cornerstone Wesleyan Church 5590 Whitneyville Ave , S.E. Alto, Michigan 49302 Phone 795-7076 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH Rev. Lynn Wagner — 795-3798 (Elie COM tUintr ^JHrfljiidist (Churtli Pastor Jeffrey Lee Church: 891-9878 Office: 891-8688 Parmelee Morning Worship........... 9:30 a m. Middleville Sunday School............ 9 45 a m Middleville Worship........................ 11:00 a m. “God Cares for You ' Church School......................... 9.30a.m. Choir Practice ................. 9:30 a.m. Meeting at the Comer of Worship Service............. 10:30 a.m. Wood School Rd. and Wing Rd. Sendees — 250 Vine Street ..........1000 a.m. Sunday School. Church Office 891-3669 H00a.m Morning Worship Parsonage 891-8167 ............ 6 00 p.m. Evening Worship Rev. Bobby Dale Whitlock Sunday School.......................................... 9:45-10:45 Rev. Robert Gerke Rev Roger Timmerman, Pastor Sunday Mass......................... 9:00a.m & 11:00 a.m. Proclaiming the Historic Reformed Faith. Children s Church/Youth Worship during morning services. Caraway Si puppet ministry for K 4ih during evening services "Be devoted to one another in Saturday Evening Mass................................. 5:00 p.m. KETTLE LAKE INDEPENDENT REFORMED Barner Free • M-37 between Caledonia & Middleville 891-8028 MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street LAKESIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH Sunday School.................. 10 00 a m Morning Worship............. 11 00 a m. Evening Worship.................6 00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting/ Children's Classes ....... 7 00 p.m. Royle Ballard, Pastor - 868-6437 ______ Weianr, lenful The Reorganized CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST of Latter Day Saints 8146 68th St. near Whitneyville Ave AjflC-v HtZSlwlc" Church School. Sunday.............. 10 00 am Morning Worship.......11 00 a m. Evening Worship 6 00 p.m. Fellowship 7 30 p m. Wed (ui homes or church) call Pastor Lloyd DeVormer Sr. 897-7407 �_____________________________________________________________________________ _________ __ _____________________________ The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I July 5, 1994 / Pape 5 Caledonia High School honor roll 9th Grade Honor Roll — Kelly Ab­ bott, Pam Allen. Michael Ayers, Adam Ayriss, Lori Baker, Jenny Bivins. Ken Bloem, Tanya Brock. Laura Brown, Aaron Buer, Joelle Busman. Peter Cotton. Kimberly Crisman, Kristy DeBoer Joseph Degroot. Jennifer Devormer. Seth Erskine. Joshua Finkbeiner. Joshua Fox. Matthew Frantti. Nicholas Freeman. David Friedrich. Jason Fritzler. Starr Garbow. Richard Garnaat. Sarah Gerst. Christine Gillard. David Good. Jenny Grevers. Heidi Hanna. Jill Hofmann. Shan­ non Houseman, Jennifer Humphrey. Traci Koetje. Laura Lanser. Katie Moody. Nichole Morgensen, Megan Mulligan. Candace Olszewski, Wayne Paffhausen. Beth Parbel. Holly Pelletier. Daniel Price. Jennifer Reimann, Justin Riek. Katie Reinstra, Allison Schneider. Andrea Shomlcr. Keith Smith. Melin­ da Smith, Chris Snoap. Stacy Snyder, Shirley Soest, Timothy Soper, Sarah Steele. Melissa Stewart. Sandra Swainston. Michelle VandenHout, Jennifer Van Dyke, Jennifer Vining. Barb Warner, Joel Weston, Karen Wortley. Jamie Young. Tam­ my Young. Honorable Mention — Rachel Anderson. Katie Benham, Jennie Besteman, Kate Brillowsky, Melissa Carmcr, Jill Carter, Tiffany Delangc. Alisha Durkee. Christopher Engelbert. Philip Faber, Christopher Fuller, Molly Gorton, Stephanie Grant, Josh Haywood, Jen­ nifer Holdredge, Kellie Juizinga, Ben Jacobs. Amity Jousma. Kurtis Kaechele, Scott Kudlack.. Philip Licari, Joshua Lieske, Mark Lyons, Mindy Merritt, Heather Miller. Amanda Minor, Kelly Mulder, Jen­ nifer Myers, Kimberly Nelson. Rachel O’Connor. Kyle Paalman. Donald Pennock, Scott Pen­ nock. Nicole Peterson. Charles Rutty, Amy Schlafley. Elizabeth Smith. Jamie Smith. David Tidwell. Brian Troost. David Vandenberg. Philip VanLaan. Jessica VanTil. Susan VredeVoogd. Audrey Warner, Holly Wicks 10th Grade Honor Roll — Alisha Adnanse, Chns Allen. Dan Ayriss. Sarah Berends. Faith Blauwkamp. Mark Boncher. Jill Bonner. Jeff Born. Sherry Bourzac. Rebecca Brown, Matt Bushman. Jason Buys. Rachel Comegys. Nathan Cook. Dan Corstange. Jayme Cramer, Joel Craven. Aman­ da Deblaay. Bryan Dezeeuq. Liz Diehl. Jason Eakins, Lysa Ferguson. Chris France, Nathan Gless. Kara Gordon. Laune Gotch. Thomas Grant. John Grinstead. Jennifer Gutierrez. Becky Hudson. Amanda Jacobs. Jill Klapmust. Katie 1-appin, Brett Long, Shawn McCormick, Kevin Minch. Lori Mollema. Melissa Otto. Kara Palma. Sarah Parbel. David Pell. Adam Peterson, Nicole Potgeter. Aaron Priskom. Ken Reiffer, Eric Rogers. Steven Schmidt. Eric Segaar. Shannon Sheehan. Rebecca Shoemaker. Katie Sobczak. Christina Spica, Christy Teeling, Kristina VanBelkum. Stephanie Vandenberg. Lisa VanRyn. Sheri VredeVoogd. Jonci Warner. Jenelle Wierenga. Jennie Workman. Chrysta Worst. Honorable Mention — Sara Bedard, Jason Carpenter. Lisa Constant. Erin Freeman, Jason Goodin. Kristopher Grzeszak. Kathy Huffman, Jeremy Irwin, Dan Jakel. Tabitha Korf. Nicole Meekhof, Michael Meyers. Jason Oldfield, Jamie Paffhausen. Heather Polmanteer, Curt Pyper. Brian Rea, Thomas Salisbury, Julie Scheid. Laura Schmidtke, Renee Simoneau. Kim Stegenga, Don Stevens, Jennifer Svatora, Nicole Vanderloon. Kelly Veiling, Todd Weller, Tracee Zy Istra. 11th Grade — OPEN HOUSE — Sunday, July lOth, 1 to 3 p.m. ’’I 60821. MIDDLEVILLE I - Sharp 5 i yr. old 3 bedroom ranch on 'ar9e *ot O°k kitchen deck off dining play equipment plus partially finished base£ ment. Two stall garage plus many extras. Must see1 Coll 1007 GREENWOOD Joyce. 792 6334 — HOME OF THE WEEK — 62321. ALTO ■ NEW LISTING Sharp 2 story. 3 plus bedroom with large country kit. & dining area. Fireplace w marble top & wood insert in LR. Across from pork & easy access to 1-96 20 min. to GR Must see. Coll Deb 623 8357 62221. GUN LAKE FRONTAGE Sharp 3 bedroom 2 bath ranch w 50 frontage Home completely furnished, includ­ ing appliances. Formal dining MFU sliders to porch garden tub etc Just bring your clothes 4 dishes and move in. Call Joyce 792-6334 60621. MIDDLEVILLE Executive home on approx. 10 acres. Four bedrooms 3 baths great room fieldstone fireplace quality throughout Also horse lover's dream place. Barn with water & 220 elec 6 stalls many extras Must be seen Call Patty 792 9974 “DON’T LIST BEFORE YOU TALK TO US!” □ cornerstone ra realty inc. 4611 N. Middleville Road - Middleville 795-7933 891-1551 681-2834* Honor Roll — Timothy Baker. Dorothy Benham. Krystal Bos. Melissa Brower. Enc Constant. Holly Debrie. Katie Donker. Wendy Faber. Sarah Flegel. Debra Foote. Julie Furst. Danielle Gallen. Joy Geerligs. Becky Hanna. Jaime Hatrick. Justin Heyboer. Derika Jousma. Kav Klingensmith. Rachel Labelle. Jill Leatherman. Jenny Millard. Richard Milock. Paul Minder. Kirsten Neil. Nicole Niedzwiecki. Jaimie Oatley. Adam Paarlberg. Misty Pearson. Bradi Porer. Michael Pries. Shanna Reynolds. Sara Robertson. Kevin Robinson. Dan Rundaugh Kelley Spence. Shana Townsend. Juilie Tuinstra. David Uyl. Jenny Vande r Laan, Jodi VanderVelde. Marc VanderVelde. Heather Vanenk. Janice Welton. Stephanie Worman. Nicole Yonker. Stephen Young. Heather Zoet. Honorable Mention — Matt Barr. Zoltan Berencsi. Kevin Bloem. Nicole Buehler. Brian Carter. Bridget Casey, Jason Crisman. Kayne Culbertson. Regina DeRuiter. Katherine DeVries. Heather Dodge. Chad Dykgraaf, Jessica Fleischmann. Brad Fortuna. Clarence Fuller, Sarah Gless Jeffrey Gray. Rhonda Hackney. Jason Haywood, Brian Holwerda. Kimberly King, Sarai Lambert, Jared Oatley. Katie Parks. Lisa Peterson. Karne Pitt, Crystal Reavis, Benny Sorsen. Adam Stauffer. Pat Stegeman, Ben Thompson. Jamie Trudeau, Steven Vandenberg, Jason VanTil. Kelly Wilson, Heather Zigler. 12th Grade Honor Roll — Robert Anderson. Dana Bolt. Brent Boncher, Lindy Burrows, Meredith Denison, Benjamin Diehl, Jenelle Douglas, Melissa Dykgraaf, Brian Folkersma, Adam Gall, Rachel Goodnough, Lisa Grimes, Kim Gross, Joy Hatrick. Heidi Hoekstra, D’Anna Hopper. Gabriel Hudson. Lisa Johnson. Enn Kaiser. Jennifer Klunder. Matt Lieske. Tarin Lintemuth. Amanda Moore. Chris Moore. Shanda Nagel. Youssouf Niang. Nicole Nicholas. Brian Nowak. Jayme Poll. Sara Poll. Mat­ thew Priskorn. Elizabeth Rogers, John Rogers. Dustin Ruth. Jill Ruthig. Terri Scheidel. Sarah Shoemaker. Joe Simkins. Chris Smith. Elizabeth Smith. Myla Stewart. Jon VanRyn. Janelie Vilardi. Ryan Wiltzer Honorable Mention — Kathy Amato. Sharon Ander­ son. Jill Ayers. Tami Cunn­ ingham. Sara Dawson. Bill DeRuiter. Jamie Detwiler. Kim DeVries. Karyn Duba. Robret Foster. Trista Frantti. Jacob Gould. Todd Hock. Katherine Kerkstra. Crystal Lanser. Ann Leatherman. Benji Lillie. Rebecca Moody. Michelle Nederhoed. Magali Odin. Jonathan Oldfield. Conny Ottl. Peter Parbel. Greg Pavlovic. Christa Peck. Heather Pelletier. Sarah Per­ rin. Amanda Rogers. Tim Segaar. Eric Snyder. Phil Sumac. Scott Striplm. Jason Tanner Caledonia Library activities scheduled Both an author and an actual character from a book will make appearances at the Caledonia library this month. The popular children's book character ‘Arthur’’ will ap­ pear in person at the Caledonia library at 10:30 a m. Thursday. July 7. Arthur is an adventurous aardvark who is the hero of Arthur's Eyes, Arthur’s Teacher Trouble and other picture books by author­ illustrator Marc Brown. Targeted for children ages three years old and up. the program will feature stories about Arthur and his little sister. D.W., and a showing of the filmstrip “D.W. All Wet " One week later, on Thurs­ day. July 14. author Dwain Abramowski will visit the library , also at 10:30 a m. President of the Michigan Mountain Bike Association Benefit pancake breakfast to be held When a friend is in need of help, the Dutton Fire Department firefighters like to lend a hand. So, to help with medical care needed to fight cancer. the men of the Dutton/Gaines Township Fire Department are planning a benefit pancake breakfast for a man who helped them fight fire for 10 years. The breakfast is set for Saturday, July 9 with serving from 6:30 to 10:30 a.m. Paul DeBlaay, who has been diagnosed with a uncommon type of cancer, is undergoing treatment at Ann Arbor. The department is counting on the community to show its support for DeBiaay in the same way they have always supported the pancake breakfasts firefighters host. Those who would like to make contributions, may send a check to Paul DeBlaay, care of the Dutton Fire Department, 3471 68th St., Caledonia. 49316. Paul and his wife Mary, and have four sons. He works at Sob«e’s in Dutton and author of Mountain Bikes. Abramowski is a mountain biking enthusiast, happy to share his knowledge of the sport w ith young people ages six and up. He also will provide tips on safety, bike maintenance, equipment and mountain bike races and competitions Copies of his book will be available during his visit for purchase and for author signing. Both programs are part of the Kent County Library System's summer “Camp Read” activities, which celebrate the fun of summer reading. For more information about either program, call the Caledonia branch at 891-1502. • • Homoowners * Cash Fast • • *1 >1 and 2nd Mod gaga purthaM or ralinanca ’Home or Rental Property ' Stow Credit OK. *8tll Consortia! <on ate *F ast f nay ‘Call 24 Itours AH Stale Mortgage A Flnence Corp. BOO 968 2221 Free Qualifying Appoint man! STEAK FRY Caledonia Sportsman's Club STEAK * SALAD BAR BAKED POTATO -GARLIC TOAST BEVERAGE CALEDONIA 100TH ST. Saturday, juiy July 9 4- • tom saturaay, « |UsU« I 6-9 p.m. • Price ‘7” Douglas Smendik M.D. Coming August 1 st Cherry Valley Family Care In Association with Dr. James Weatherhead and Pennock Hospital Full Time Family Practice Including Pediatrics, Obstetrics and Gynecology Dr. Smendik will begin seeing patients August 1, 1994 Cherry Valley Family Care 490 Edwards St. • Middleville For more information or to schedule an appointment Call 795-4434 �Page 6 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / July 5, 1994 TK Middle School honor roll 8th tirade All A’s — David Beckering, Maria Cook, Will Holmes. Dan Kokmeyer, Jason McClure, Aleese Nichols, Monique Rodriquez, Josh Sturm. Lucas Weatherhead Evelyn Bird. Krista Demaagd, Loretta Hun­ tington, Kammie Kollar. Ben Meekhof, Holly Pitt, Nathan Schmitz, Rachel Wade, Jessica Wiersum. Lindsay Bremer, AnneMarie Hart, Scott Kathmann, Jami Kooiman, Ken Mid­ dleton, Jamie Robbins. Betsy Steensma, Robert Walker. Mindy Worst. B Honor Roll — Alison Aten, Coreen Barber, Douglas Bierens, Kelli Brice, Rachel Buist, Brittney Cash, Bndgit Cook, Jessica Davis, Andrea Deschoff, Amanda Dykstra, Bobbi Frazer, Stephen George, Sara Hillman, Jennifer Huber, Ryan Kimmel, Karrie Kollar, Jessica Lucas Saxony Matousek. Janine McWhinney, Tifany Nicholson, Brian Ploeg, Nathan Pranger, David Rick, Lisa Schreiner. Jeremy Strait. Nicholas Timmer. Kris Utley. Erik Vernon. Steven Wiersma. Rebecca Worth. Bemadetta Azzarella. Brian Bergakker. Robert Bishop. Lance Brinks. Holly Byars. Holly Clinton. Sarah Cordts. Mike DeBlaay. Laura Dodd. Kevin Ellis. Austin Frisbie. Rebekah Hartley. Jodi Hoff­ man, Stacey Idema, Melissa Kline. Keasha Kotrba. Sarah Lucas. Diedre Mikula. Alex Middleton. Jared Otto, Cheryl Postema, Jason Preslar David Ramey, Lindsey Robertson, David Scott. Kileen Thomas. Stacey Toren, Leslie Valk. Craig Waldeck. Aaron Wiese. Ken Babcock. Trisha Beuschel. Bradley Blashkiw. Traci Brower. Tammy Cargill. Eric Clover-Wadel. Dendel Craven. Mandy Denick, Jen­ nifer Doyle. Melissa Fowler. Nicholas Galloup. Stephanie Higgins. Lucas Holwerda. Tim Johnson. Jason Klinge. Jeremiah Longstreet. Michelle Man­ cuso. Angela McQueen, Brooke Mulder. Jeremy Otto. Michael Pott. Anya Prichard. New Design Full Service Family Hair Styling Salon NEW! Casualwear NEW! & Sportswear 4 TANNERS: 2 Booths & 2 Deluxe Beds Calodonla Village Cantor (M-37) - • 891-9257 As Always, Walk-ins Are Welcome — Kimberly Richards. William Schilthroat. Jason Siebesma. Lindsey Thornton. Barb Truer. Jill Van Dyke. Noah Wenger. Tom Winslow. 7th tirade All A’s — Jennifer Herring. Sara Huff. Jennifer Laansma. Jamie Wachtor. David Whitney. Ryan Hesselink. Bryan Jahnke. Brian McKeown. Garrett Weatherhead. Shannon Zoet. Andrew Hillman. Nicole Jonker-Slayton, Carly Mulder. Chris Wellman. B Honor Roll — Jason Albaugh. Paul Barrett. Stacey Bergakker. Kirsten Carver. Jaimelyn DeBnnn. Cristina Dickerson. Keri Enyart, Mit­ chell Henning. 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Koryto, son of John G. Koryto of Caledonia and Rose M. Putney of Rockford; Dawn Ngo, daughter of Luon V. Ngo of Caledonia; and Corey R. Dean, son of Mr. and Mrs. Alan Dean of Freeport were awarded bachelor of arts degrees by Kalamazoo Col­ lege during commencement exercises June 11. Dean, a graduate of Thor­ napple Kellogg High School, majored in health science. For his career development intern­ ship, he worked with two organizations: Kalamazoo Center for Medical Studies, where he volunteered as an extemist at Bronson and Borgess hospitals; and as a research internist at the Up­ john Company. He studied in Madrid, Spain, as part of the college’s foreign study program. For his senior individualized pro­ ject, he wrote a research thesis, “Gastroduodenal Solubilization and Supersatuaration of the RTI Delavaridine (U-901525).” For the project, he worked with an AIDS drug and tested is solubilizing and absorptive abilities. The research was done at The Upjohn Company. 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The conferences also pro­ vide an opportunity for the of­ ficers to exchange ideas with teams from other states The Michigan FFA officers were accompanied by the Slate FFA Projects Consul­ tant, Charles Snyder. The conference was con­ ducted by the national FFA officer team, which provided workshops in such areas as team building, media training, group dymanics and member- Local Birth BOY. Michael Wesley Shockley, bom at Pennock Hospital at II p.m. May 14. 1994 to Lisa Shockley and Jeremy Krueger Weighing 7 lbs., l¥i ozs, 21 inches long. Call for Sun & News Action Ads PHONE 795-3345 r^ie czj styi_ s’ Stop and see — your choice is clear. Richard J. Choryan, O.D. doctor of optometry 133 E Main St., Caledonia. Ml 891-9224 ship development The national officers also updated their state counter­ parts on new FFA programs and activities and other infor­ mation the state officers can pass on to their local chapters. The National FFA Leadship Conference for State Officers is sponsored by Merck Ag Vet Division of Rahway. New Jersey, as a special project of the National FFA Foundation. FFA is a national organiza­ tion of 426.523 members preparing for leadership and careers in the science, business and technology of agriculture. There are 7,545 local chpaters located throughout the United States. Puerto Rico. Guam and the Virgin Islands. FFA’s mission is to make a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for leadership, personal growth and career success through agricultural education. Local, state and national FFA activities and award pro­ grams provide opportunities for students to apply the knowledge and skills learned in the classroom. Thornapple Roofing & Siding Vinyl Siding Replacement Windows Caledonia FFA chapter member Lisa Memmer (center) is greeted by national FFA officers Tyler Grondil (left) and Raquel Lacey at the National FFA Leadership Conference. 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McMillan has been in the Air Force about 14 years and has had several assignments, to Yokota, Japan; Indiana; Guam and New Mexico. She plans to make the Air Force a career and upon retiring hopes to be able to get into nursing. She will leave her husband, Marty, and her son Charlie, behind while she serves her country. She is following in her father’s and husband’s footsteps because both Charles and Marty had served in Korea during different periods. Marty will be taking care of their son and four dogs while is is away for a year. SSgt. McMillan said she will miss he- plants and trees in her yard m New Mexico and will have to leave behind her sewing machine, but she plans cm quilting, going to col­ lege and hopes to earn her next stripe Marty has retired from the Air Force and is working for the federal government Phone 795-3345 for Sun & News Action-Ads! Recognizing the importance of our nation's independence and in celebration of our 218th birthday as a free nation. I 'd like to run the text of the Fourth of July speech 1 gave Saturday at Caledonia as my column this week. "Of all the holidays of the year, none has a more glorious starting point for the speaker than the anniversary of American Independence. John Adams, one of the signers of the Declara­ tion of Independence, said this of the day that histoneal docu­ ment was signed and passed: It ought to be commemorated as the day of deliverance, by solemn acts of devotion to God Almighty. It ought to be solem­ nized with pomp and parade, with shows, games, sports, guns, belts, bonfires and illuminations, from one end of this conti­ nent to the other, from this time forward forevermore." "Mister Adams would be pleased to know that his wishes have been carried out to their fullest degree. All across the United States. Americans are celebrating this weekend with families and friends. Here in Caledonia, we fulfill Adams' hopes with frog jumps, turtle races, games and a traditional fireworks display. Why was John Adams so excited about the Declaration of In dependence? What did it mean then, and what does it mean to us today? While it’s an obvious answer, it is one we sometimes take for granted. The day the Declaration of Independence was signed and adopted, we Americans were assured freedom - freedom to be whomever we choose; freedom to work where we want to work; freedom to worship who or what we want to worship, freedom to live where we want to live. To those who traveled across the sea to be a part of a new na tion, this declaration represented the future; a future full of hopes and dreams. It was a new beginning. To us Americans today, the freedom granted us 218 years ago is a way of life* Everyday, we get up and go about our days rarely considering how fortunate we arc. Any time, any day. we can pick up a newspaper or turn on the television and read or hear about news events happening all over the world. We can complain about our lawmakers and vote against them in the next election. We can read our history txxiks and be assured what we read is fact. But although we don’t always think about our freedom. I believe we understand what a true gift it is. We must make sure our children and grandchildren understand this gift. too. This gift of freedom is so precious that we have fought for our own freedom of people across the world in several wars and conflicts. So precious a gift, we take it away to punish our convicted criminals. To its own people and to the world, the United States has always embodied the idea of freedom. So while you enjoy this holiday weekend, consider what it really means. Appreciate the freedom you have to be here to­ day. Celebrate it. Independence Day, after all, is a celebration — a day to en­ joy the unalienable right to the pursuit of happiness. So. I will not take any more of your time telling you about the greatness of the founding fathers, our veterans or the blessings of our no­ ble land. I will simply ask you to consider those blessings and try to put them to good use. Back in 1776, the men who signed the Declaration of Independence said, "We mutually pledge to each other our lives, our fortunes and our sacred honor.” Today we celebrate the results of such dedication. Thank you, and have a wonderful and safe holiday weekend.” Striped Sunflower BIRD FEED 20 % OFF Caledonia Fanners Elevator 136 E. Main Street • Caledonia 891-8108 • Open 6 Days a Week �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I July 5, 1994 / Page 9 Middleville blood drive nets 48 pints The First Baptist Church in Middleville was the site of Middleville’s latest blood drive June 27. The goal was 75 units and units received were 48. “We fell short of our goal, however, we had five first­ time donors, an excellent habit to start." said organizer Vickie Rick Three-gal Ion pins went to Nellie Richards (left) and Luella Murphy, assistant librarian at the Thornapple Kellogg Library, look over the first seven rural school history books compiled by the Barry County Historical Society. Barry County Historical Society's Rural School History Bookshelf Comm, delivers seven chapters The Barry County Historical Society’s Rural School History Bookshelf Committee has delivered the first seven chapters of the pro­ posed 17 chapters to libraries in Barry County. Nellie Richards, chair­ woman of the Rural School Bookshelf Committee and Joyce Weinbrecht, committee member, visited the libraries and made the final four deliveries June 20. Hastings City Library, Woodland Township Library and Freeport had received their copies earlier. Receiving copies on June 20 were Delton Library, Dowling Library, Putnam (Nashville) and Middleville The Rural School History Bookshelf consists of research and pictures of the rural schools of Barry County by townships. Each section, which now includes Barry County Normal. Prairieville, Woodland, Assyria, Barry. Thornapple and Carlton townships. The histories of the rural schools of Barry County are being published in the format of pre-punched, unbound booklets so that purchasers may buy all of the booklets or select those of interest, putting them together in whatever manner they choose. This for­ mat also allows the committee to add materials in the future as more pictures and stories arc submitted. The books sell for $10 per section. They may be pur­ chased from committee members Doris Greenfield. 945-5486; Agnes McPhariin, 945-9606. Nellie Richards. 623-2957; or Meredith Gilbert. 945-3549 The books also will be available at the Barry County Historical Society Booth at FOR CLASSIFIED ACTION ADS Call: 795-3345 Steven D. Lewis and BevSwanson. Jack Miller receiv­ ed his two-gallon pin. “Volunteers are the way we are able to bring every blood drive to the public." Rick said The volunteers on this drive were the following village workers: William Kenyon and Brad Bedford helped set up and Jerrie McKeown. Doris Apsey. Florence Fiala. Greata Gremer. Mary Beadle. Edith Miller. Mary Tolan, Lois Bremer. Margaret Corrigan, Mary Ann Vandah and Cita Williams. Nurses who volunteered their time were Denise Schuitema. Joyce Richardson. Tammy Trudell and Ruth Newhouse Clean­ up crew were members of Middleville Christian Reformed Church. Hazel Bode. Duane and Dorothy Brinks and Matt Zomerlei. Cookies and ham were donated by the Rotary and juice was furnished by Pastoor’s. “Volunteers are so vital to each blood drive, and current­ ly we have a need for Jason Clinton (center) relaxes with refreshments after giving blood for the first time, at 17 years of age. He came to give blood with his parents, Sonya and Phillip Clinton. volunteer nurses.” Rick said. “Those who are nurses or know someone who is. you need only to be a registered nurse, current or retired, and be able to work the three- to four-hour shift days, a few times a year.” Call Vickie Rick at 795-9461 or Francy Tobin at 948-9030 or the Red Cross Hastings office. 945-3122. The next drives coming to the Middleville area will be Sept. 12 at the Gun Lake Community Church, and Nov. 17 at Middleville's First Baptist Church. “Let’s make it our respon­ sibility to make each drive’s Dykstra’s Preferred Poured Walls, Inc. NOPF • Poured basement walls • Flatwork • Farm work Delton Founders Day and at Hastings Summer Fest. 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I just give these animals a place to live.” said Regan. “The Lord really takes care of them.” “I didn't plan to have all of the animals, I just think they're kind of neat . " The most visible critters are the goats who live in a bam and pen right by 108th Street, where passers-by often stop to watch their antics. Regan chuckles as he ex­ plains that each goat has a dif­ ferent personality and is nam­ ed after a friend or relative. And his goats aren’t just for watching. Regan milks two of the nanny goats, and that pro­ vides him with more milk than he needs for his own consumption. All the goats he keeps arc either nanny goats or weathers (neutered males). When it comes time for breeding. Regan just goes to a livestock auction and buys a Billy goat “I don’t keep the Billys around too long because they smell awful,” he explained. “Once the nanny goats have been bred. I’ll just take the Billy back to the auction and sell him. “Sometimes 1 even make a little profit.” But. the rest of the animals aren’t visible from the road because they are all housed at the back of Regan’s 10 acres that slopes much lower that the house and goat bam. Two large, fenced pastures hold three donkeys and one stallion in one. and three miniature horses, a draft horse, and saddle horses. When Regan originally bought his house four years, he thought of doing some “horse tradin'.’’ So he kept his eyes open when he attended horse auc­ tions for any bargains that might catch his eye. In fact, that is bow he hap­ pened to buy a male llama named Jake “He was just going so cheap that I decided to bid on him,” Regan said. “I ended up being the only bidder, and that's how I got my first llama.” He decided that Jake needed another llama to keep him company. Ironically, not long after Regan bought a female llama named KeeKee. who was be­ ing sold because she was bar­ ren. Jake up and died. “Boy did I get a surprise about a month ago,” Regan said, “when I went out to the barn one day. there was this Zeke, an Australian shepherd, is Regan’s cons­ tant companion. He sits on the hill to the lower fields and waits patiently for Regan to finish feeding part of the animals. Araucana chickens look much like other chickens. But, they've gotten the nickname of the Easier egg chickens because they lay eggs with shells that range from blue to green. Even with the fierce heat, this donkey (one of three) likes having his human friend scratch his head. white, fuzzy, spotted baby llama with KeeKee. “I didn’t even suspect she was pregnant!” Regan still hasn’t named the baby because he wants her Your 24 Hour FROM .rj* PAfrf A VO>C* COMMUNICATION SERVICE OF J AO GRAPHICS INC You can PLACE A CLASSIFIED AD in any of the eight J Ad Graphics publications seven-days-a-week, 24 hours-a-day... □ Reminder □ Advisor (Marshall) □ Lakewood News □ Maple Valley News □ Weekender □ Shopper (Battle Creek) □ Sun & News □ Banner ...by calling 948-4450 then press 3 on your touch tone phone. nine] 5^24 iw You’ll be asked I fr^ your name, k|LlJ|gl[Tl address and ' phone number, di** also which DIRECTORY PRESS 17] F« Bawmi Hom PRESS Regan's female llama, KeeKee, had a tiny surprise waiting for him about a month ago. He didn’t know the llama was pregnant and suddenly, this fuzzy baby arrived. Ow PinttoQ PRESS KI For Ow CircMUtMa teportM many weeks v —------ -——z — Recite your ad — you can even charge the ad to your Visa or MasterCard. After you've answered a question press the star key I ‘ I or pause for three or more seconds and the program will automatically proceed to the next question. name to mean surprise. Not far from the bam is a chicken pen. But, even these birds aren’t the usual. Regan always wanted to have Araucana chickens. They are nicknamed the Easter Egg chickens because they lay eggs that are already nicely colored in hues of blue and green. Regan sells the colored eggs for 50 cents a dozen. Mixed in with those are just a few Rhode Island Reds. He usually keeps their eggs for his use because they are smaller than the others Earlier in the spring, Regan decided he needed to get a few more Rhode Island Reds. When he brought home a dozen “chicks,” Regan figured they must be the right kind. “I can’t tell the difference when the chicks are that small, they ail look alike to me.” However. Regan started to get suspicious when his new “chicks” started getting awfully long necks. And now , he has added turkeys to his collection of animals. “I’m not sure what I’m go­ ing to do with the turkeys.” Regan said Like any farm, Regan has a number of bam cals and several kittens. "My dad was a farmer and so was my grandpa. I’ve spent all my life on farms,” Regan explained. Ron Regan milks one of his nanny goats. The goat doesn't mind because she gets a treat while being milked. Phone 795-3345 for Sun & News Action-Ads! �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I July 5, 1994 / Page 11 Caledonia runners shine at Reeds Lake Run Four of the Caledonia girls who won or placed in their age divisions at tne June 25 Reeds Lake Run pose for a photo on the Caledonia track. 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Between Green Lake Rd and Adams Rd follow the signs. FIRST TIME SALE in 46 years. 2 person hoc tub with back massage, 51,500.00. Troy built wood chipper with extra blades, used 2 times, 5800.00. A whole garage full, to many Hems to mention. 8796 Garbo* Dr. off Whitneyville between 68th St and 76th Sl July 6 & 7, 9-5. GARAGE SALE: Just moved so alot of misc. things to sell. Come and see. 5622 Whinteyvi 1le Rd, Middlevine. Thurs. & Fri. July, 7th/8th from 9-5. HUGE ESTATE SALE July 6, 7. 9-6 Whole house furniture, appliances, dishes, tools, cabinets, tractor, much more. Everything must go! 2266 76th S. E. For Sale Automotive CAMARO 1973 FOR PARTS only, also 2 sets of Rally wheels with beauty rings and center hubs 5100 each set. Holley 750 double pumper, needs rebuild. 5125. Boys Kent Ambush BMX bike, all chrome like new, $75. Call 795-7779._____________ FOR SALE 92 CHEVY C1500, 2WD, 57,000 highway miles, with topper and built in seats for the kids. 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To address the lack of telephone service among low-income persons, the Fed­ eral Communications Com­ mission established two pro­ grams of financial assistance that state utility regulatory commissions can adopt and apply to local telephone com­ panies Most states partici­ pate in one. or both, pro­ grams. The Lifeline program helps provide low-cost main­ tenance of service by elimi­ nating the subscribers line charge. Link Up America as­ sists qualified low-income households by covering half the cost of telephone connec­ tion and installation You can learn more about your rights by writing to ‘Do Yourself Justice.” AARP. 1909 K Street, N.W.. Washington. D C. 20049 ANSWERS These answers come from the experts at the American Bar Association (ABA) and the American Association of Retired Persons 'AARP). or­ ganizations with a joint na­ tional program aimed at rais­ ing public awareness of the rights of older Americans. 1. (b) False. 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S. POSTAGE paid I The Sun urm Neu) Ha-nmjs.MI 4905g I ► Penait No. 7 I Your Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas No. 24 / July 12. 1994 ---------------- Middleville, Michigan 49333 124th Year Police, fire protection one of two ballot questions v Caledonia to vote Aug. 2 on township, emergency services by Barbara Gall Staff Writer In the last six years, the number of police calls in the Caledonia area has increased by 635 percent. That is only one of the reasons the Caledonia Township Board is asking residents to approve a two mill levy for six years to fund increased police and fire pro­ tection. Voters will decide the request in the Aug. 2 primary. A separate half-mill re­ quest. also for six years, would fund local road im­ provement and township services The township now operates on .7933 mill, one of the lowest millage rates in the area. Pointing to area growth and citing complaints about speeding, robberies and loitering, the township’s Future Growth Committee earlier this year recommended the Caledonia Township Board seek revenues to allow hiring a Kent County Sheriff s patrol for two eight-hour shifts each day. The township now is patrolled only by a district car. which also covers three other townships. Sixteen hours of police pro­ tection for just Caledonia Township would cost nearly See Vote Aug. 2. Page 2 Middleville commission meets with new village planner ‘Yankee Doodle Dandy’ holiday in Caledonia Doing George M. Cohan proud for Independence Day were Sherry Smith (left), Fred Boncher, Carol Meehan and Deb Poniotowski, as the Caledonia Community Players recreate the vaudeville era in a medley of Cohan’s patriotic songs. The Players entertained at the Caledonia Independence Day celebration July 2. See page 10 for more stories and pictures. the lot are illegal as is the sign by Margaret Fowler for the doctors’ office, Staff Writer The Middleville Planning because of placement. The Planning Commission Commission spent time last week for discussion and plan­ did not want Cherry to take immediate action on those ning with the village’s new violations. planner. Jason Cherry. Cherry suggested the The Tuesday evening meeting was the first time that possibility of drafting a sign ordinance that would apply some of the members had a chance to meet Cherry who only to what he termed a "business center.” or single started as planner last month. He used the meeting to get parcel with multiple businesses on it. an idea of how the commis­ Cherry was asked to draft a sion felt about several dif­ ferent areas of concern within sign ordinance for business centers for the planning com­ the village limits. One item of discussion was missioners to discuss at the the sign ordinance and the next meeting. Getting started on putting particulars of some violations together a five-year recreation of that ordinance. Cherry asked the planning plan for the village was commission about past action another topic of discussion. Cherry explained that with on the multiple signs on the site occupied by the Mid­ the potential in the village dleville Doctors, new Fitness because of the waterfront on for You. 4-Star Video, and the Thornapple River, and the psychologist office on M-37 possibility of setting up a bike trail on the old railroad route, north of town. According to the ordinance, the village really needed to have a recreation plan. the three temporary signs on "Unless we have a fiveyear recreation plan already prepared, the DNR does not sec fit to give any grant money.” Cherry said ‘ But they like plans that include trails and waterfront. ” Cherry said that it would take about six months to develop the written document with the help of member of the Planning Commission. ”It potentially might be one of the most important documents to the village.” he added Cherry also wanted to sec how the Planning Commission generally felt about a request that might be coming from Bradford-White Corporation. The company needs more parking area and may be mak ing a request to rezone a lot on Lafayette from residential to commercial. The lot is located at the end of the street, adjacent to other Bradford-White parking and See Planner, Page 2 Middleville community yard sale this weekend bv Margaret Fowler Stuff Writer This is big, this is fun. there are bargains to be had. and to top it all off. this is free! ‘This’ is the annual Mid­ dleville Community Yard Sale and it’s happening this Friday and Saturday. July 15-16. According to organizer Marge Lowe, this will be the ninth or tenth year that the community has sponsored this village-wide sale. Thirty-four residents have already committed to par­ ticipate by purchasing signs made especially for the event. Lowe said that the money collected at $4 per sign has been used to help pay for advertising in the Sun & News and Reminder. Middleville maps showing where those residences are will be printed in both papers. She also stressed that the proceeds from the sign sale would not cover advertising costs. Lowe said she felt that peo­ ple did not understand that there is no profit made on the sign sale. However, over the years the sale has been held, many others have participated in and around the community offer­ ing a wide variety of both new and used items for bargain prices. And since yard sale goers are normally shopping for bargains, the Middleville United Methodist Women are offering lunch for bargain shoppers at a reasonable price. Mike Eavey, one of the organizers, said that a la carte lunch items, including chicken salad sandwiches, hot dogs, chips, beverages and desserts (like cookies and brownies), will be available for shoppers from 11 a m. to I p.m. at the church on Friday. "We decided to keep everything mainly finger foods, since many of the shop­ pers will want to eat on the run,” Eavey said In This Issue.... The Annuol Middleville Community Yord Sale which is set for this Friday and Saturday has many bargains to offer as shown by this file photo from lost year s sale. • Variance for oversized Shell sign denied in Middleville • DeBlaay chosen president of Caledonia School Board • Retirees tally over 2 centuries of service at TK Schools • New events spark Caledonia’s 4th of July celebration �Page 2 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I July 12, 1994 VOTE AUG. 2, continued from front page----------------- - ----------$162,000, to cover the salaries and benefits of the two deputies assigned to the township. This cost is ex­ pected to increase by 4 per­ cent each year, said Caledonia Township Supervisor Tom Garbow The two-mill tax would generate an estimated $368,000, but also would fund the necessary growth of Caledonia's volunteer fire department Caledonia Township presently budgets $100,000 for the fire department, but this sum will not cover future needs of the firefighters As the township grows, so must the fire department, but a minimum $3,000 cost is at­ tached to the training of each new firefighter. The firemen are paid per run. so a larger department also will mean more money needed for those per-run wages A new truck, estimated to cost $150,000. will be needed in the next two years, while major repairs will be needed next year on one of the depart­ ment’s current vehicles. As calls increase, the Township Fire Commission estimates the department eventually will need at least one full-time staff member. The department has made more than 200 runs annually for the past two years The Township Board also points to the need to set aside funds for a future substation on the north end of the township. “Just because our volunteer department has managed to give continuous excellent ser­ vice year after year for under $100,000 doesn't meant it can do so forever.” said Caledonia Township Super­ visor Tom Garbow . “We’ve got to provide our firemen the training, the equipment and the vehicles that will allow them to do their jobs well and as safely as possible in that dangerous field.” Passage of the two mills would allow the Township Board to reallocate for other services the $100,000 now budgeted for the fire depart­ ment, noted Township Treasurer Ruth DeVries. The estimated $92,000 generated from the half-mill levy would be evenly divided between )<k|| road improve­ ment and expanding township services. The need for road im­ provements is easy to see. but the cost is high, said Garbow “That $46,000 will help greatly, but it will get used up pretty quickly.” he said. With more than 14 miles of gravel road remaining in the township. Garbow said the board would like to return to an old tradition of paving one mile a year. Just one mile, however, costs about $137,500 to pave. PROPOSED 2.0 MILLS EMERGENCY SERVICES « $368,000 REVENUE These revenues will help cover the following emergency services Fire Protection, 1994 Budget 100,000 Law Enforcement, 1993 cost of 16 hours of Police protection per day................................................. 160,000 Training a new volunteer................................ 3,000-5,000 Projected cost of purchase of new/used equipment such as fire truck............................................. 150,000 +1Updating/replacing old equipment.................. 25,000 + /• Future needs such as additional or full-time staff, northeast fire station, etc................................ 25,000 + /PROPOSED 0.5 MILLS ROAD AND TOWNSHIP = $92,000 REVENUE These revenues will help cover these township needs and services: Maintenance Roads, 1994 Budget......................... 71,000 3 Dust-layer application for gravel roads.............. 11,000 Resurface of 1 mile of paved road 37,500 Pave 1 mile of gravel road...................................... 137,500 (there are 14.15 miles of gravel roads in Caledonia Township) Township loss from Proposal A, (Admin. Fee) 70,000 Full-time Planner (from part-time) additional cost.20,000 Decrease in 1994 Budget for Fire Protection....(100,000) (assuming passage of Emergency Service Millage) PROPOSED M1LLAGES FOR SPECIAL SERVICES Weekly* Emergency Services: 2.0 Fire Protection Law Enforcement________ Roads & Township: 0.5 Road Maintenance Road Construction Road Improvements Township Operating_____ Total 2.5 $1.93 $8.33 $100 $0.48 $2.09 $25 $2.41 $10,42 $125 •Based on a home valued at $100,000 with an Assessed Value of $50,000 Just resurfacing a mile of paved road costs $37,500, and laying down dust layers for those gravel roads costs $ 1 I .000 for three applications. The township staff said it is concerned that voters unders­ tand why the other $46,000 is needed Under Proposal A, the township loses about $70,000 with the elimination of the ad­ ministration fee the township used to charge for collecting school taxes. The state also has cut back on revenue sharing, and for Caledonia Township, this means a loss of about $6,600 for 1993 and 1994. said DeVries. On the other hand, township growth has required an in­ crease in township staff: mov­ ing the township planner from part time to full time, adding a deputy treasurer and increas­ ing the hours of the deputy clerk. By popular demand, the township office now is open five days a week, and while computerizing township records has brought increased efficiency in services, it also invokes the cost of repairing and upgrading computers and software. Officials also point to the need to plan for the future. “We’re running out of cemetery space, for in­ stance,” said Garbow. “Somehow we need to pur­ chase more property for our cemeteries. We also need to face the fact that one of these days, the township is going to have to hire its own maintenance person, like the village has.” Space at the Caledonia Quality People Quality Programs Miller 2. CALEDONIA SCHOOLS! Very ottrextive 3 bed­ room and 1 ' i bath home with acreage in a secluded area This home features central air. a sunken living room large family room with fireplace and a mom floor utility room. Call Koren Brown, office 795-3305 or home 795 9331.................................................... $103,900. 3. 8 ACRES ON THE COLDWATER RIVER. Approximately 300 feet on a trout stream. Nature at your doorstep and only minutes from Grand Rapids Call Koren Brown office 795-3305 or home 795 9331 $14 900 MIDDLEVILLE STAFF . [B nrn ftCAttor Kay Stobonburg, 795-7272 Assoc Broker.... Gene Poll, Assoc Broker. GRI.............795 9521 Karen Brown......................795-9331 Cathy Williamson CRS GRI 795 9090 Office: 497 Arlington, M-37 Phone (616) 795-3305 t=J _ _ Library also is diminishing and “someday” the township may need to build a new library , he added. “That would have to come out of the general fund, and we need to be planning ahead for these possibilities.” noted DeVries. “All these increased ser­ vices require revenue, and we assure the people that the $46.000 they would pay to the Garbo* pointed out that both the two-mill and the half mill levies have been endorsed “by all who have been involv­ ed in studying our situation." The Future Growth Com­ mittee. which originally recommended the levies, is a citizens' committee, and the Fire Commission, also com­ prised of residents, back the millage requests. DeVries pointed out that neighboring townships already levy taxes to include emergency services and road improvement. Byron Township levies two mills for police and fire protection and budgets another $130,000 for road improvement. Gaines Township budgets $188,000 for police. $215,000 for fire protection and $35,000 for road improvements. "Nobody likes to pay more taxes, but if we want services, whether police protection or better roads, we have to pay for them. "We really need a police presence in our township, and we need to be able to pres ide fire prelection and necessary services to our residents.” Garbow concluded Anyone with questions about the millage should call the township office at 891-0070 during office hours. “We want to do a good job for our people.” said DeVries. “We hope they will give us their support.' Variance for oversized Shell sign denied locally mick, explained that the ex­ isting sign was obsolete. Replacement parts were no The Middleville Zoning longer available, and only the Board of Appeals denied a prices of two grades of variance request made by gasoline could be posted when Walters/Dimmick Shell to put they carried three grades. up an oversized sign at their Higgins also said that the Middleville location on the new sign would make the cor­ comer of M-37 and Main ner more attractive. Street. He indicated that the size The proposed new sign ex­ was standard among those be­ ceeded the limits set in the ing used on shell stations all village’s sign ordinance. over. The request was made to the Board members were conBoard of Appeals because the cered about the effect that proposal already had come such a large lighted sign before the Middleville Plann­ would have on residents since ing and Zoning Commission the area is residential on three where it was denied last sides of the Shell station month. Another concern raised was Middleville’s sign or­ that it could be distracting to dinance allows for 150 square drivers and cause visibility feet of signage as a total for a problems after the stoplight lot, including one free stan­ becomes a blinker at 10 p.m. ding sign that doesn’t exceed When Zoning Board Chair­ 64 square feet. man Del Stambach asked what In the plans for the new was the hardship, something Shell sign, just the free­ that is necessary to show standing sign alone would be before granting a variance. 160 square feet. Higgins said not being able to The height of the planned identify the third product sign was 32 feet, or seven feet Higgins also said he felt that over the allowed height. because of the nature of the When Wednesday even­ business and that it is the ing’s zoning hearing began. village's only gas station Jamie Higgins, who was (within the village limits), representing Walters/Dimthey should be allowed to by Margaret Fow ler Staff Writer have a larger sign to advertise He indicated that some communities do allow that tor gas stations in their • ordinances. “The only time there would be a problem with someone asking for a bigger sign would be if another gas station mov ed into town,” Higgins said Village Planner Jason Cherry recommended that the Zoning Board deny the variance because the applicant did not demonstrate that a hardship would occur by con­ forming to the sign ordinance requirments, there was no deprivation of property right by denial, it would seriously impair the purpose and intent of sign ordinance section of the zoning ordinance, and granting of the variance would adversely affect the character of the area by placing an ex­ tremely oversized sign at the location. Zoning board member Max Miner made a motion to deny the variance. After some more discus­ sion, the zoning board unanimously voted to deny the request. PLANNER from front page REAL ESTATE 1. NEW 3 BEDROOM HOME under construction now The cathedral ceilings in the formal livtng room ond the spacious dm mg and family room make this home truly a family dream come true. Located tn beautiful Misty Meadows tn on area of executive homes Coll Jean Chase office 945 5182 or home 367 4451 ...................................................$131 00C Monthly- Yearly* _____________________ Mills township will be carefully us­ ed." emphasized Garbow “We intend to show the people that these funds are necessary , and we will be ac­ countable for them . ” Garbow said that a six-year millage will allow both residents and officials con­ stantly to check and evaluate whether too much or too little revenue is being collected “Usually a millage like this runs for 10 years, but the shorter term makes us more accountable. If too much, or for that matter, too little is be­ ing assessed, we won t have to wait for 10 years to change _ — - — _ OFFICES IN HASTINGS AND MIDDLEVILLE Dinner to honor Bob Kenyon retirement A special recognition dinner honoring retiring Thomapple Township Emergency Ser­ vices Chief Bob Kenyon has been set for 6:30 p.m. Satur­ day. July 30. Kenyon has put in 40 years of service at TTES. with the past 30 as the chief. This dinner retirement party is open to an)one who would like to attend to honor and recognize all of Kenyon's years of service. Cost of attending the celebration is $15. Reserva­ tions must be made and paid for by Friday. July 16. They can be sent to Bob's behind the seif-storage business on Grand Rapids Street. The rezoning would be necessary before the company Retirement. P.O. Box 911, could actually pave it for Middleville, Mich.. parking, even though workers already park there 49333-0911. The commission told Anyone with questions can call Colleen Smelker at the Cherry that they would con­ sider the request it made. Middleville Post Office. STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY Call us for a quote for all of your insurance needs. • Auto • Life • Health • Home • Business • Investment Caledonia Village Centre 9365 Cherry Valley Avenue Caledonia, Ml 49316 891-9294 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / July 12, 1994 I Paqe 3 DeBlaay chosen president of Caledonia School Board by Barbara (rail Staff Writer Gordon DeBlaay was elected president of the Caledonia Board of Education for the 1994-95 school year, succeeding Steve Donker. A senior information analyst at The Knoll Group of Grand Rapids. DeBlaay was first elected to the board in 1991. Besides two years serv­ ing as treasurer, he has served on the board’s Finance and Personnel Committees. He received the president s gavel at the board's July 6 reorganization meeting John Finkbeiner. a member of the board since 1979. was elected vice president. A dairy farmer, he also has served the board as president, vice presi­ dent and treasurer. 71k- board chose Bernard Nagel to continue for his fifth year as secretary A courierCTV for Federal Express, he was re-elected this year to his third term on the board. He also has served as vice president Jim Gless, re-elected this year to his second term in of­ fice. was chosen the new treasurer. As a trustee, he has served on the board's Building and Finance Committees. He is vice president of consumer lending at the State Bank of Caledonia. DeBlaay said that he is pleased to serve as the school board's new president He outlined three areas where he believes the board faces an immediate challenge. * W e have a new superintendent, and I have every confidence in Doug (Busman).’ DeBlaay said “I want to do all I can to help him be successful in his new leadership role and as he faces the task of reorganizing our administration. “As a board, we must also work to maintain the quality of our educational program with whatever funding we receive. That is still an uncer­ tain situation that we must watch very closely. “Third. I want to see us achieve successful negotia­ tions with our employees so we come out with a win-win result in all our contracts." In other action last week, the board agreed to continue meeting at 7:30 p.m. on the third Tuesday of the month, with the exceptions of September and October, when the meetings will be held on the third Monday of the month As has been customary the last few years, board meetings will be held at each of the district schools during the academic year Retained again this year as the district's legal consulting firms are: Th run. Maatsch &. Nordberg; Mika. Myers. Beckett & Jones; Twohey Maggint; Miller. Johnson. Snell & Cummiskey; and Varnum. R Hide ring. Schmidt & Howlett Depositories for the district's savings and check­ ing. and investments such as savings, passbooks, cer­ tificates of deposit, treasury bills and commercial paper also will be the same as last year: State Bank of Caledonia. Chicago Corpora­ tion. Standard Federal Sav­ ings & Loan. Michigan School District Liquid Asset Fund. Michigan National Bank. Old Kent Bank & Trust. FMB-Tnist & Finan­ cial Services and First of America. Standing committees will be announced after board members notify DeBlaay about their committee preferences. The board also: — Voted to continue its Caledonia Twp. Planning group sets three public hearings by Barbara Gall Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Planning Commission has set its July 18 meeting date for two public hearings on separate M-37 commercial projects. A third hearing will be held Aug. I on proposed revisions to the township’s Home Oc­ cupation Ordinance. The commission approved last week the final draft of a planned unit development (PUD) ordinance for Caledonia Rent All, which will move to a new Cherry Valley Avenue location if the ordinance is approved. Presently occupying a building at 9818 Cherry Valley, the owners of the business, Tom ami Marlene Purdy, hope to construct a new building at 9800 Cherry Valley, which now is a vacant two-acre parcel. Though the land is zoned for commercial use. the Pur dys must ask to rezone the properly PUD (planned unit development) because it lies within the township's M-37 corridor The Purdys plan to con­ struct a new building on the property , along with 20 park­ ing spaces required by township ordinance. The business will use the existing drive on the property, but must pave the north drive and add curbing, according to township, county and state road standards. The south drive will be upgraded when redevelop­ ment or improvements take place on the present Jim’s Place restaurant property. Though the Purdys will be using only the front portion of the property for this business, future uses on the remaining area must conform to the township’s C-2 general business district. In further developing the property, they also must pro­ vide space for an access road to adjacent properties and join with neighboring property owners in setting up reciprocal easements for that future service road. Site plans for future development on the property must come before the Plann­ ing Commission. The property is serviced by the village’s sanitary sewer system, and the Purdys have agreed to hook into future public services, like a water system, when such are Family Dental Care Ronald B. Stegehuis, D.D.S. 891-1240 We welcome new patients. Please call for your appointment available Monday-Saturday. 9505 Cherry Valley Rd. Caledonia - on M-37 in the new State Farm Bldg just north of the hght iw bBN available To enhance the property, they will provide underground utility connections to the building, and not renew the lease for the large billboard now located on the property. The other public hearing will concern an amendment to the PUD ordinance for Gourmet Foods, Interna­ tional. located at 6605 Broadmoor. If amended as requested, the PUD will allow for a 5,000-square-foot addition to the present commercial building and a revision of the original parking plan for the development. The original ordinance already provided for an addi­ tional 15,000-square-foot building to be constructed at a future date The Home Occupation Or­ dinance. which is open to public opinion Aug. I. has been on the Planning Com­ mission's agenda for many weeks, and the commission labored to make the ordinance more specific while recogniz­ ing the different kinds of home occupations possible and already existing in the township Copies of all three or­ dinances are available at the township office for residents io review before the hearings. Caledonia Township Plann­ ing Commission meetings begin at 7:30 p m in the Village-Township Hall. 250 Maple Street Meeting times and dates can be confirmed by checking the postings outside the building or bs calling the office at 891-0070 Looking for a PRINTER? Call. . 945-9554 Newly elected officers of the Caledonia benool Boara are resident Gordon DeBlaay (seated, left), Secretary Bernard Nagel (seated, right). Treausrer Jim Gless (standing, left) and Vice President John Finkbeiner. memberships in the Michigan Association of School Boards and the Michigan High School Athletic Association. — Set graduation for the Class of 1995 for 7:30 p.m. Thursday, June 8, 1995. — Approved Caledonia Middle School Principal Clark Volz's recommendation to continue the CMS Student Support Center concept for another year. — Approved the $6.187 bid submitted by Redman's Awards for new softball and soccer scoreboards. The board’s Policy Com­ mittee will take up the ques­ tion of naming the track football field complex. A report on a proposed mid­ dle school intramural program for 1994-95 was handed out to each board member for con­ sideration. The proposal will be discussed at the August meeting. New Design Full Service Family Hair Styling Salon NEW! Casualwear & Sportswear NEW! 4 TANNERS: 2 Booths & 2 Deluxe Beds We use and recommend products by Caledonia Village Cantor (M-37) • 891-9257 — As Always, Walk ins Are Welcome — Make Paradise a Reality Need a little paradise in your life? See us about a vacation loan. It could be the afford' able way to get away from it all. Talk to us about a loan and payment plan that fits your style. And enjoy yourself! TATE ANK MAIN OFFICE 627 East Man St Caledonia, Ml ALEDONIA THE FIRST NAME IN COMMUNITY SERVICE BANKING DUTTON 2305 68th St S E Dutton (618) 696-6337 AS 3 Locations Open All Day Monday thru Friday and 'til Noon on Saturday MIDDLEVILLE 303 North Arlington Middleville, Ml (616) 795 3361 FDIC LENDER �Page 4 I The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml I July 12. 1994 Neighbors With. NORM A VELDERMAN WcH folks, how have all of you been surviving the humid weather? On Tuesday. July 5, the storm knocked out our electricity. That happened at about 2 a m and it didn't come back on until 4 p.m. It sure makes you appreciate electricity when you don’t have it. Our two chidren and their spouses decided to get me ready for my first camp ex­ perience when 1 go to Leader Dog Training this Sunday. John Baggott, Mary’s hus­ band. didn’t want to go to the movies with everyone and so asked me to go in shopping with him. All four kids got together to give me six silk sweatsuits. So I am all set clothes-wise It's the first time in over 50 years that I have been away from my husband for any length of time. Bill and Neva Kenyon, the Lions representatives, are tak­ ing Johnny and me to Rochester to the Leader School. Then Johnny can see where I am going to spend 25 days away from him. Our local Lions Club is sponsoring me for that training. Am I not fortunate? Beth Verlinde said that all their children, grandchildren and their friends came over to their home this last weekend to help their dad. Leo. celebrate his 80th birthday. The whole family was there Ann Bartlett said that they spent the July 4th weekend at Silver Lake I think she said that Kate was also there. Manan Martin said that her daughter. Marilyn, children and herself went to visit son Ben and family in Arkansas. Marilyn also played some golf and they all had fun in the pool They left on Sunday Lu and Dick Ward went to the Battle Creek Balloon Show. They never got off the ground, so they came home. Char Finkbeiner said that all of the family were home for the weekend Even son Al made it there. They are all working on Art and Ann's cottage Maureen Robinson said that her son and daughter didn’t have any electricity at S & S on the same day that we were. Edith Miller said that she went out for a picnic dinner over the 4th. Nellie Solomon said that they watched the fireworks at Caledonia. Thelma Carl had a cataract operation on her eye and is coming along very nicely. Betty Newman let our family come down to see her while they were here for the week The kids had a wonderful time. Wasn’t that a lovely thing that Betty gave them such a fun time? Our children did a lot of swimming there during their growing up time. Eunice Brown has been having a troublesome tooth. Hopes to have it all taken care of by next week. Elaine Ryal Northrup had dinner Sunday for both sides of the family. Elaine said that she is charging up her bat­ teries for the next family occa­ sion. She loves to have them all together. Mary Noah said that her old neighbors came over to take her over to the W ienhaugger get together Wasn’t that a thoughtful thing for them to do? Virginia Root said that she had some family there from California. Then this weekend the family are all gathering for a family get together at Pat Harrisons. Florence Fiala is having a wonderful time swimming at Payne Lake every day. It is a wonderful way to keep in condition. Katie Wieringa said that daughter Deb. Nan Anders. Nan Anders’ grandson Marty and her sister, Jackie, went on a bicycle tour over the holi­ day . They got back tire wet in Lake Michigan, traveling across the state to get the front wheel wet in Lake Huron. There were 500 in both Mid­ dleville and Caledonia groups. That must have been a lot of hard work and fun as a well. They stopped at school grounds all the way across. Katie said that they all went the southern route. They started at Saugatuck all the way over to Lexington in the Peddle Across Lower Michigan Katie also said that she was babysitting some of the fami­ ly She was doing it for three families. Lucille Getty spent the Fourth weekend at daughter Colleen's. Liz Hart said her family Continued next page — LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA FIRST BAPTIST BAPTIST CHURCH CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE A Living Church — Serving a Living Lord SUNDAY........9:45 a m , 11:00 a.m. & 6 00 p.m WEDNESDAY............................ Family Fellowship Prayer & Bible Study 7:00 p.m. 7240 68th Street, SE Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Rev Brian F. Harrison Youth Pastor, Darrel L. Schrock Music, Jeffery C. Vander Heide CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A church with a caring heart for our community and the world" Sunday Services....... 9:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. M-37 at 100th St., Caledonia, Ml Church Office: (616) 891-1512 Rev. Gerald Van Oyen Al Tiemeyer Community Calling M-37, north of Middleville Bruce N. Stewart, Pastor Lee Taylor, Assistant Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer Word of Life Clubs 9:45a.m. 11:00 a.m. 6:00p.m. 6:45 p.m. 6:45p.m. WELCOME TO Pastor Scott Taylor Reaching People With Christ 8:30 am to 9:30 am — First Worship Service 9:30 am to 9:45 am — Coffee Fellowship 9:45 am to 10:45 am — Sunday School 10:45 am to 11:00 am — Coffee Fellowship 11:00 am to 12 00 — Second Worship Service Nursery and Childrens Church will be provided during both services. “Set an example In speech, in life, in love, in faith and in purity." 1 Timothy 4:12 Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass............................. 5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass.................... 900 a.m. k 11:00 a.m. Worshipping at Kettle Lake School on Whitneyville Rd. South of 68th Street CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHUPCH MIDDLEVILLE and PARMELEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES 8546 Whitneyville Ave at 84th St •891-8661 The Churcri where everybody b somebody . and Jesus Christ is lord" 111 Church Street Sunday School.......................... . . .9 30 ar. Sunday MonVng WoraNp..................... 1(J30 am. Sunday Evening WofsTwp..................... 600 p.m Wed Midweek Prayer & Bt4e Study...... 700 p.m fee 4®am Dotxon. Pastor Seue Joaoon. You* Pastor / Mfce Locoes. Vkac Dr “God Cares for You” Cornerstone Wesleyan Church Church School....................9:30 a.m. Choir Practice ....................9:30 a.m. Worship Service............... 10:30 a.m. Meeting at the Comer of Wood School Rd. and Wing Rd. 250 Vine Street Church Office 891-8669 Parsonage 891-8167 Services — Sunday School......................... 1000 a m Morning Worship .................11:00 a.m. Evening Worship . 6 00 p.m Rev. Bobby Dale Whitlock Sunday Morning Worship (Interpreted for hearing impaired)............... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School.......................................................... 11:10a.m. Sunday Evening Service.............................................6:30p.m. Pioneer Club (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday..................... 6:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting - Wednesday...........................7:00 p.m. Youth Mlowship - Sunday.............................. 5:00 p.m. RAY TOWNSEND, Pastor TIM DOUBLESTEIN, Youth Director 891-8028 Peace Reformed Church Barrier Free • M-37 between Caledonia & Middleville Sunday Worship Services....... 8:30 or 11:00,6:00 Children’s Church/Youth Worship during morning services. Caraway Si puppet ministry for K4th during evening services Sunday School........................................ 9:45-10:45 Wednesday Night “Family Night” 6:45-8:15 Includes Adventure Club, Choirs for Children and Adults, High School Youth Group and Adult Classes For information call: 891-8119 St. Paul Lutheran Kraft Ave. & 84th St., Caledonia, Mi. (Missouri Synod) “Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. " Rom. 12:10 708 West Main Street First Service..................................... 8:30 a.m. Morning Worship Service............. 10:00 a.m Sunday School................................ 9 45 a.m. Sunday School......................................... 11:15a.m. (Fellowship Coffee 9:45 a.m. to 10 00 a m.) Bible Classes..................................10.00 a.m. Evening Worship Service................ 6:00 p.m. Second Service.............................. 11 00 a.m. YOU ARE INVIT (All Services have a Nursery available) Rev. Robert Gerke Rev Roger Timmerman, Pastor 795-3667 Office: 891-8688 Church: 891 -9878 Rev. James Cusack Services at 9:30 a m. and 6:00 p.m. Rev. Bernard Mulder, Pastor 868-6306 MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Prodatming the Historic Reformed Faith. Sun. Morning Worship.......... 10:00 a.m. Evening Service.....................6:00 p.m. Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH KETTLE LAKE INDEPENDENT REFORMED CHRISTIAN REFORMED 6201 Whitneyville Avenue LEIGHTON UNITED METHODIST Caines United Brethren Church Kalamazoo Avenue at 92nd Street Caledonia, Michigan Telephone 698-3252 Pastor Mark Beers LAKESIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH Pastor Jeffrey Lee Phone 795-7076 Parmelee Morning Worship........... 9 30 a.m Middleville Sunday School........... 9 45 a m Middleville Worship...................... 11 00 a m Rev. Lynn Wagner — 795-3798 Rev. Carroll Fowler — 765-5316 Church Office Phone — 795-9266 CDlri fUIrtljodist (Church 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto, Michigan 49302 Sunday School................... 10:00 a m. Morning Worship.............. 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship................. 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting/ Children's Classes..........7:00 p.m. Rcrde Bailard, Pastor - 868-6437 - GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 12200 Chief Noonday Road (at Gun Lake) Wayland, Michigan 49348 • 795-7903 Barrier Free / Programs for AU Ages Sunday Worship 10 00 am Sunday School Wednesday ’ Family Night” 6-00 p m Inspiring, Pwrrve, Kclcsani, Joyful The Reorganized CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST of Latter Day Saints 8146 68th St near Whitneyville Ave Church School, Sunday.......................... 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship...... II 00 a m. Evening Worship........ 6:00 p.m. Wed Fellowship.........7 30 p m. (in homes or church) call Pastor Lloyd DeVormer Sr. 897-7407 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I July 12, 1994 / Page 5 ENGAGEMENTS Rozell ■ Beggs to be united With the successful completion of its fourth stage play, the Village Players of Middleville held a post-production meeting and election of officers. The new officers and trustees are, (front row, left to right) secretary Cheryl Cravero, vice president Maggie Benjamin, president Darlene Schellinger, (second row) treasurer Jerri Otto, and trustees Julie Coon, Doug Brinks and Mike Bremer. Village Players elect officers 2 Caledonia students to join seminar at WMU Dan Hansen and Ray Stewart of Caleonia High School will take part in Western Michigan Univer­ sity’s summer music camp for high school students July 10 on the WMU campus for the two-week program “ Seminar ” is unique in that it focuses on chamber music, providing opportunities for students to perform in small ensembles in addition to daily participation in either band, orchestra, or choir. More (han 185 students from Michigan, Ohio, In­ diana, Illinois, and Iowa have been selected by audition to participate in the two-week program which beings July 10 and ends July 23. Each participant is enrolled In one of six seminars: string, woodwind, brass, percussion, piano/organ, or voice. During their stay at WMU the high school students study music theory and music literature, take private lessons, maintain a rigorous rehearsal schedule, and perform in both large and small ensemble concerts which are open to the public, free of charge. All music per formed during Seminar will be learned and prepared dur ing the two-week program Nearly all rehearsals and classes at Seminar '94 will be conducted by WMU music faculty members. In addition to serving as teachers and con­ ductors, Seminar faculty members will also perform in a daily “Performance Class" held at 10 a.m. in the Dalton Center Recital Hall. Seminar ’94 operates under the auspices of the School of Music in the College of Fine arts at WMU. Carl Doubleday has been director of Seminar for 27 years and a member of HOMES OF THE WEEK — 01X1. CASCADE TWP. THORHAPPLE RIVER Caledonia 1 Schools. Beautiful setting on Thornapple Rv. with 81' waterfront. 2 story walkout with 3 bedroom, 1 % bath & 2 fireplaces. Home Warranty « newer carpet & paint. Many extras. Call Patty. 792-9974. 31621. ALTO AREA Executive split ranch on 3 acres. Four bed rooms. 2 sets double sliders, finished w, o basement to en­ closed porch. Also has covered deck off dining, 2 plus attach­ ed garoge. Call 795-7933/ 891 1551. 22B21. MIDDLEVILLE PRIME COMMERCIAL Sharp 4 bed room home on 2 lots. 132x132. plus one more lot available, 79 2x132 Solar heat garoge basement. MFU. Move-in con­ dition. Must see to appreci­ ate Call Liz. 795 9849 62721. HASTINGS NEW LISTING 1% story 2 bedroom that needs a handyman Much potential. New roof in '93. Fenced bock yard Some appliances. Priced in the high $20s Coll Deb, 623 8357 62722. HASTINGS NEW LISTING Ranch w 2 nice sire bedrooms overlooking channel Two lots each w 50" frontage seawall & garage. Call Corleen 7583605 □ MN7M. MIDDLEVILLE Three bedroom. 2 both 16x80 1991 Commodore home Has cathedral ceiling, skylights ond 8x10 storage shed below appraisal 623 8357 Coll Deb $2723. HASTINGS NEW USTWG Approx 10 acres of slightly rolling terrain Beautiful secluded wooded. Perked in 1992 Coll Corleen 758 3605 cornerstone rg realty inc. 4611N. Middievii'e Road - Mdtfeviiie 795-7933 891-1551 681-2834* uEj the staff for 30 years. He also serves as Associate Director of the WMU School of Music. Stewart, son of Marion and Ken Stewart of Alto, is enroll­ ed in the choral-vocal division in bass/baritone. Hansen, son of Paul and Dee Hansen of Alto, is enroll­ ed in the woodwind section, in tenor saxophone. The free public perfor­ mances are as follows: • Sunday. July 17. 9:15 a m — Following a 26-year tradition. Seminar brass students and the Concert Choir will provide music for the morning worship service in Kalamazoo’s Cathedral Church of Christ the King (Episcopal). • Thursday, July 21, 7:30 p.m. — Pianists and organists will present a public recital in the Dalton Center Recital Hall. • Friday, July 22, 7:30 p.m. — Ensemble perfor­ mances, including the brass and woodwind ensembles, the jazz band, and vocal jazz MIDDLEVILLE NEIGHBORS from Page 4went to her brother-in-law’s home (o was it her brother’s home) for her parents’ 45th anniversary. Megan Oliver said that about 40 Caledonia folks went to Grand Rapids to watch the fireworks behind the Ford Museum. Don Williamson said that wife Cathy is going around to different communities, campaigning Betty Koplinger said they were babysitting their 7 Vi -month old granddaughter for the weekend ensemble in WMU’s James W. Miller Auditorium. • Saturday. July 23, 10:30 a.m. — Five simultaneous chamber music concerts in WMU’s Dalton Center (Str ing. Woodwind. Brass and Percussion, Choral, and Keyboard). • Saturday, July 23, 1:30 p.m. — Seminar '94 Final Concert will feature the Seminar bands, choir, and or­ chestra performing in WMU’s James W. Miller Auditorium. Mr. and Mrs. Michael Rozell of Caledonia announce the engagement of their daughter. Laurie Jean, to Rodney Scott Beggs, son of Mr. and Mrs. Greg Beggs, also of Caledonia. The bride-to-be graduated from Caledonia High School in 1992. The future gnxini graduated from C alcdonia High School in 1991 and at tended Grand Rapids Com­ munity College. The couple will exchange wedding vows on August 27. 1994 • • Homeowners * Cash Fast • • •1st and 2nd Mongaga purctWM or refinance • Home or Rental Property * Stow Credl OK. •&H Coronation etc. Teal 1any ‘Cail 24 Ftourj AN SUM Mortgage A Finance Corp 800 968 2221 Free Qualifying Appoint mem The Caledonia High School Class of 1994 and their parents would like to thank everyone who helped make this years graduation party a success. Because of your support, the 1994 graduation party will always be a SOLID GOLD MEMORY for our graduates! THANK YOU TO... Apsey Automotive Banta Furniture Bradford White Briarwood Golf Club Broadmoor Motor Sales Caledonia Rent-All Inc. Caledonia Oil Co. Caledonia Dance Center Caledonia Sportsman Club Caledonia Auto Parts. Inc Caledonia Athletic Boosters Caledonia Medical Clinic Caledonia Marathon Campbell Agency Caledonia American Legion Post Crystal Flash, Fairchild Divison Carleton Equipment Co. City Wide Fleet Services. Inc DeVries Insurance Eagle Brand Snacks Fruit Basket Gordon Foods Harder & Warner Janose s. Inc Olivier-VanDyke Insurance Olga's Kitchen Pagano's Richard Choryan Russ's Schenk, Boncher & Prasher State Bank of Caledonia Steketee Turf Service Sysco Frost Pack Tack Room Two For You Italian Pizza Wing & Jabaay, Inc Barry Swanson and all who contributed in some way to the "Solid Gold'' party �Page 6 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / July 12, 1994 Freeport library has lots of clowning around by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer There was a lot of clowning around going on at the FrccpoYt library last Wednes­ day morning. Normally, that isn’t accep­ table behavior in a library, but, this time there was no problem. The Kinder Clowns, part of the The Gathering 4-H Club, were putting on a show for children in the summer reading program Part of the fun was that the clowns were kids, too. three of the children of Jim and Joy Castonguay of Freeport. Homer ( 1 4-year-old Nathan), Viola (12-year-old Carol), and Lulu (10-year-old Amy) planned their skits with a camping theme in mind since the reading program is Camp Read As they went through their antics, Homer seemed to be quiet and serious, but still a tease, especially when Lulu who always had a prank up her sleeve encouraged him. Alas, poor Viola was the brunt of their jokes as Homer and Lulu took great pleasure in picking on her because of her prissy attitude. The clowns antics obviously tickled the audience because there was a lot of laughter How this crew, especially being siblings, get together to clown? According to their mom. the interest was originally sparked al 4 H when the kids first joined the Welcome Cor­ ners Club. Thai group tended to be a little loo large for them, so they switched to the Clowning Around 4-H group. As their interest continued to grow, Joy said she en­ couraged the children (and some of their younger children) to continue. By Sen. Dick Posthumus Giving police the tools to protect the victims Viola the Clown (alias 12-year-old Carol Castonguay) gets a cold, wet surprise as Lulu (10-yeor-old Amy Castonguay) shoots her with a water gun during a pro­ gram at the Freeport library. Joy made the costumes for the kids when the Kinder Clowns was formed. Nathan and Carol had the opportunity to spend three days at Michigan State University for Exploration Days and got more training in clowning. And. the Kinder Clowns will perform at the Barry. County Fair Wednesday evening. Joy hopes the children con­ tinue to pursue this clowning around and possibly even turn it into a small business. Though they haven't per­ formed much yet, Joy thinks they might be able to share some spiritual lessons (in a humorous way). The family is active in the Lakewood Baptist Church. “Eventually, their clown­ ing could be worked into a ministry," Joy said. “And the kids could be clowning for the Lord!” County Fair to offer even more on the entertainment front for‘94 The 142nd Barry County Fair, which starts this Satur­ day morning, is taking on a stronger entertainment em­ phasis this year, as some up and coming country music stars will be featured. But the fair still promises SORE FEET / ANKLES? Assignment Accepted! Medicare, B.C.B.S., PPO, HMO Diabetics • ADult & Children Foot Problems KENT PODIATRY Terrence J. Emiley, D.P.M. 612 Main Street in Caledonia Call...891-9133 not to neglect its longtime mainstay activities, such as youth competitions, the mid­ way, rides, food, booths and, of course, lots of animals. Because of the more exten­ sive entertainment lineup, there will be a change in ad­ mission prices. The general admission price will be $3 in­ stead of $5, but guests must pay for grandstand events, as little as $2 for harness racing; $5 for the championship su­ percross race, tractor pull, demolition derby and another appearance by Da Yoopers; and $6 and $8 for grandstand and reserve seats at concerts by John Berry & the Maver­ icks and Boy Howdy and Twister Alley. Fair week officially is listed Summer Specials Acrylic $ *| Q95 Nails Only , (New Customers Only) I Summer $<JQ95 Hi-Lite Only (Includes Style) Both offers are by appointment only and are good through July. BABYLON HAIR & TANNING SALON -—38114 River Street, Middleville —n Appointments Preferred 795-6005 L Capitol Commentary Open 6 days a week — Monday thru Saturday as July 18-23, but the action really begins as early as Sat­ urday at 9 a.m. with the youth dog judging at the Barry Expo Center’s show bam and with the non-livestock judging and Young Clovers at the hog and sheep bam. Open non-livestock entries will be taken from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday at Banquet Hall and barrel judging will get under way at noon. Hamess racing will begin at 1 p.m. at the grandstand in the first of three straight days of action. Races also will be held at noon and at 5 p.m. Sunday and at 1 p.m. Monday. Cavy showmanship and breed classes will start Sun­ day's activities. Open nonlivestock entries, except for flowers, will be taken from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday and from 8:30 to 11 a.m. at Banquet Hall Monday. A gospel music jamboree will take place at 2 p.m. Sun­ day at the variety tent. A free­ will offering will be taken. Rabbit crafts will be from 2 to 7 p.m. Sunday and the youth dog agility class will be at 5 p.m. at the show arena. The fair ’’officially” begins on Monday, starting with rabbit showmanship from 8 a.m. to noon and youth goat judging at 9 a.m., both at the show arena. Open class flower and open class horticulture judging will start at 1 p.m., as will rabbit meat and breed judging at the show arena. The W G. Wade Show will open at 4 p.m. Monday, with a special one-price offer of $8 for all rides for the rest of the day. Rides will start Tuesdas through Friday at 2 p.m. and at noon on Saturday. July 23. Other specials will include one less coupon ndes for kids on Wednesday and one pace of S8 for unlimited rides Thursday and Saturday As crime in this nation has spread from cities to suburbs and from suburbs to rural areas, it has awakened all citizens to the need to take action. In this endeavor. Michigan has moved quickly and decisively on a legislative level. Recently, we've passed measures that ensure criminals spend at least their minimum sentences in jail. No more time off for good behavior. We have also given police the tools they need to protect innocent victims from stalkers And we have made our children’s schools safer from the violence of guns and other weapons. One form of violence often overlooked in the past was domestic violence. Ironically, we can attribute heightened awareness to a number of recent national media stories centered on familiar people victimized by this horrible crime With the constant stream of newspaper stories, radio programs and television shows, the realities about domestic violence have permeated America's living rooms According to the Michigan State Police, a domestic assault related homicide occurred every five days in this state in 1991 In 1985, local agencies reported 16,576 domestic violence of fenses to the state police; in 1990, that number climbed to 25,436; in 1991. the number reached 27.201 and 22,900 of fenses were reported during just the first half of 1993. These are not just numbers, and they cannot be ignored This is why we have taken great strides toward safer lives for domestic violence victims here in Michigan. On July 1, a series of laws took effect that will curb this type of violence and offer victims more protection. I am thrilled to see these laws put into place so quickly, because one more preventable injury or death is too much for us to overlook The major provisions of the domestic violence package include: • limiting the number of available discharges or dismissals against a spouse, former spouse or household resident of victim; • incresing penalties for assaults involving domestic violence; • providing for the issuance of injunctive orders prohibiting certain threats; • allowing the issuance of arrest warrants based on informa tion or belief; • requiring police agencies to develop “preferred or pro­ arrest” policies; • requiring courts to provide free forms to victims of domestic violence in order to obtain court injunctions. This legislation is a positive step toward cracking down on this horrendous crime. We cannot ignore the seriousness of domestic assault — people are dying in the confines of their own homes, at the hands of those they love. With these new laws, we are saving lives and futures that might have otherwise been lost in the terror of domestic violence. If we provide justone person with a renewed outlook on life, or with the op­ portunity to live without the constant fear of abuse, then our work has been worthwhile. Youth poultry judging will be at 4:30 Monday at the show arena. The Michigan Two-Step­ pers will put on a country western dance demonstration at the grandstand at 6:30 p.m. A livestock judging contest will be at the show arena at 7 p.m. and a demolition derby will get under way at 8 p.m. at the grandstand. Leading off a full day of events on Tuesday will be See County Fair. Page 13 Make Citizens Your Choice For Insurance in Michigan Citizens Insurance Company has grown from a pioneer of automobile insurance founded in I9I5 to become ihe largest writer of property and liability insurance through independent agents in Michigan. 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If those retirees are the ones who just retired this June, their total years of service add up to more than two centuries They include teachers Carol Bender and Jim French; secretary Neva Kenyon; bus driver Marie Kermeen; teachers Kay Noah. Pat Scott, and Margie Slocum; and cafeteria staff Janette VanRhee Each of them talked about their school careers and shared some of their plans for retirement Carol Bender has no plans to be idle during her retirement. Traveling, touching base with old friends, camping, hiking, and even running a marathon are just some of the things she'd like to do with her time now that she has retired after 30 years of teaching in the TK schools. Places she would really like to see include Alaska and the southwestern United States Carol also hopes to be able to do some remodeling and redecorating at the Mid­ dleville home she shares with her husband Bob who is cur­ rently a state representative until he retires at the first of the year Once Bob is retired from the state legislature, many of Carol’s plans may be put on hold because they have joined the Peace Corps. Stop and see — your choice is clear. Richard J. Choryan, O.D. DOCTORY OF OPTOMETRY 133 E Main St., Caledonia, Ml 891-9224 Carol Bender snowmobilmg in the winter with Bob are included in her plans. She also wants to try her hand at arts and crafts to see if what she likes to do. renew old acquaintances, and have the chance to go visit members of their large family many of whom live out-ofstate. Neva has no particular time-table, but. she feels cer­ tain she'll have no problem filling up her time. Marie Kermeen is retiring after serving the TK district for 30 years, first working in food services for a short time and then as a bus driver. Kermeen is “doing better” in her recuperation after a serious illness She plans to take it easy and enjoy her retirement doing baking, sewing, arts and crafts, visiting family and friends, creating new flower gardens and enjoying the farm. See Retirees Page 12 Caledonia Community BLOOD DRIVE July 18th, 1994 3 p.m.-8 p.m. at Caledonia High School Cafeteria 9757 Duncan Lake Rd., Caledonia Jim French Traveling that the Benders do with the Peace Corps could easily take them out of the country to serve. Both Carol and Bob feel this is just another way they would like to help others. Jim French is really not go­ ing to tie himself into any specific plans for his retire­ ment after 25 years of teaching at TK Middle School. He also taught in other school districts for five years. Though he is young enough that he could have continued teaching for several more years, French felt that it was time to move on to something different in terms of employment. But, he plans to just take it easy this summer, at least un­ til he sees if a ' 'couple of irons in the fire pan out . ” French is involved with the state races for now, taking time for gardening, reading, visiting with family, and tak­ ing a few little trips. Striped Sunflower BIRD FEED Neva Kenyon He hasn't decided what type of work he'll pursue once the summer is done. Neva Kenyon is going to do what she wants to do when she wants to do it and make spen­ ding time with her two grand­ sons a priority. Neva served as the high school secretary in the counseling office for 28 years. Her husband Bill has a few more years before he retires, but. Neva has many plans to fill the time. Golfing in the summer and Contact Caledonia Jaycees at 868-7618 HELP SAVE A LIFE! Douglas Smendik M.D. Coming August 1st Cherry Valley Family Care In Association with Dr. James Weatherhead and Pennock Hospital Full Time Family Practice Including Pediatrics, Obstetrics and Gynecology Dr. Smendik will begin seeing patients August 1, 1994 Cherry Valley Family Care Caledonia Fanners Elevator 136 E. Main Street • Caledonia 891-8108 • Open 6 Davs a Week 490 Edwards St. • Middleville For more information or to schedule an appointment Call 795-4434 �Page 8 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / July 12, 1994 Fighting Scot Boosters provide ‘bonnie’ new event for 4th of July by Barbara <>all Staff Writer Yr didn’t have to travel to the bonnie bonnie banks of Loch Iximond to see the braw young laddies competin' in the games. Just a stroll to the Caledonia Park during the 1994 In­ dependence Day celebration would have brought you to the first-ever Scottish Highland Games, sponsored by the Fighting Scots Athletic Boosters Both adults and the wee lad­ dies and lassies could compete in putting the stone, tossing the caber and tossing the sheaf The idea for introducing Highland games to the Mark Zoet displays the mighty effort needed to toss the caber, a traditional Scottish contest that this year became a part of Caledonia's Independence Day festitivies. Caledonia festival came from Terry and Carol Meehan, who. on moving to the area, were surprised to find that Caledonia didn’t play up its Scottish name Caledonia was the Latin name given by the Romans to the country we now call Scotland. “We’ve gone to Scottish games for the last 25 years.” said Carol Meehan, who is of Scottish heritage. “First when we lived in California, and then, when we moved to Michigan, we began attending the games in Alma every year. • ‘ Putting on a Scottish com­ petition on the Fourth of July just seemed like a natural thing to do in a town named ‘Caledonia’ ” The Meehans brought their suggestion to the Caledonia Athletic Boosters, which, after all, is an organization that supports the Fighting Scots. The Boosters liked the idea, and with the Meehans’ help, put together the three events for this year. “We tried to pick ones that were interesting, but do-able for adults and kids,” said Carol. The “stone put” is like our shot put. only the athlete hurls a stone instead of the round shot Each contestant is allowed three throws, with the best throw of each used to deter­ mine the winner. All athletes must put the same stone, which is selected by the of­ ficials of the games. The sheaf toss was original- TERRY GEIGERRepublican for State Representative COMMITMENT. DEDICATION. EXCELLENCE. TERRY GEIGER - COMMITMENT... • • • • • • • • Lakewood Citizens Advisory Committee Member-Kids Count Committee Ionia Intermediate School District Advisory Board Past Chair-Barry County Republican Party, 1986-1988 Charier Member-Small Business Tax Action Committee Bush for President Committee 1988 Engler for Governor Committee. 1990 & 1994 National. 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Mi 48897 0088 Three members of the Glendaloch Pipe Band marched in the parade and serenaded the crowd as part of the Highland Games. Dorothy Wilson, Lynnette McRae and Alan Wilson perform just before the Highland Games. ly just that: a contest to see who could toss a sheaf of hay the highest over a pole. Since fanners no longer create sheaves, the Caledonia athletes were presented a sack of hay weighted with beans and, using an old-fashioned pitch fork, tossed the sack over a pole vault bar. Each athlete is allowed three tosses over a set height, but three misses at one height puts the contestant out of the game. The person who successful­ ly tosses the “sheaf' over the highest level is the winner. The caber toss requires the athlete to pick up a wooden pole from one end. which has been tapered, and balance the pole vertically in his cupped hands. As the athlete begins to take steps forward, he allows the heavy end of the caber to begin to fail forward, and judging just right, he squats quickly and then rising, uses that momentum to toss the small end of the caber as high as possible. When done correctly, the throw will cause the heavy end to hit the ground and the smaller end to arc over. When done correctly, the pole will land straight away from the thrower in a “12 o’clock” position. The Boosters presented the first-ever ‘‘Mighty Scot Award” to Dick Gless of Caledonia, who accumulated the most total points in the three events. The trophy was made from the end of this year’s official caber. Booster President Chuck Clark said his group was very pleased with the turnout for the first games, which the Boosters plan to make a tradi­ tional competition. They hope to see the events grow tn popularity in next year’s Fourth of July celebration “Everybody involved had a good lune,” he said. “We really liked the idea, not so much because k made us a lot of money (the Boosters raised just under $80. not counting expenses), but because it provides adults as well as kids an event to compete in. “Most of the activities at the park, except maybe the tractor pull, are geared to the kids.” Clark said 17 adults took pan in all three events this Continued next page — Tossing the sheaf was one of the three slightly modernized Highland Games put on this year by the Caledonia Athletic Boosters. DENNIS mckelvey REPUBLICAN For STATE REPRESENTATIVE 87TH DISTRICT Experience Twice elected township supervisor Two years U.S. Army College graduate Lifetime resident of Barry County Level Ill state certified assessor Farmer Assessor of three Barry County townships Family man President, Michigan Two-Steppers Experienced Dedicated Qualified Concerned “Michigan must continue to move forward, sensibly and realistically. Help see to it that it does. Let your voice, not that of special in­ terests, be heard. Vote for a man experienced in local government, dedicated to effective educational reform, qualified to lead, and con­ cerned for the future. Vote for Dennis McKelvey.” Pws tar t>> tn« Commim 10 Etact Dr»i UdUMy Stat* Roprmntat'W, TsdcM Soy* T<MSu*r *206 DawMon Aoac ISOM �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / July 12. 1994 / Page 9 Caledonia FFA member attends special leadership conference Scott Kudlack of the Caledonia FFA chapter at­ tended the 1994 Washington Leadership Conference in the nation’s capital The conference is an activi­ ty of the National FFA Organization in cooperation with the U.S. Department of Education The week-long program helps FFA members improve their leadership skills, develop an understanding of the nation's heritage and prepare for leadership roles in their chapters and com­ munities. Sessions on self­ confidence. goal setting, and team building were combined with discussions on personal development, motivation, and citizenship to help members become effective leaders in the science, business and technology of agriculture. Games weren't the only Scottish tradition that came to Caledonia for Independence Day. Erin Fortier, 12, of Ada, performed two traditional Highland dances. Here, she displays skillful footwork as she dances bet­ ween the blades of crossed swords. From previous pageyear. with about 30 youngsters competing in their own version of the three games. He credited the Meehans not only with the idea for the .Scottish games, but also for doing most of the legwork to get them, literally, off the ground “We think the games pro­ vide a wonderful opportunity for families to have some fun together.” said Carol Meehan "We already have ideas for improving the games for next year, though we think we'll keep them at just the three events.'' She said that perhaps at least a beverage booth near the field of competition is in the plans. along with making the adult caber and bag of hay heavier. The big goal, however, will be to get more contestants involved. "It’s a great promotional thing for our community." she added "After all. this is the home of the Fighting Scots." Bob Lillie gets ready to put the stone,' A Highland game similar to the modern shot put. Dykstra’s Preferred Poured Walls, Inc. • Poured basement walls • Flatwork • Farm work w^p^*** ROB DYKSTRA, Owner 10698 Finkbeiner Rd., 7QC *7*7 >| Middleville f VU* / O / Visits to Mount Vernon, the Smithsonian Institution. Arl­ ington National Cemetery , the Jefferson Memorial and other historic sights in Washington were included in the conference A highlight of the week was a visit made to the office of Congressman Vem Ehlers of Michigan's Third District. The Caledonia chapter’s FFA advisor is Alan Steeby. The tnp to the conference was sponsored by Richard and Nadine Kudlack. FFA is a national organiza­ tion of 417,462 members preparing for leadership and careers in the science, business and technology of agriculture. The organization has 7,545 local chapters located throughout the United States. Puerto Rico. Guam and the Virgin Islands. Scott Kudlack (left) of Caledonia is greeted in Washington. D.C. by conference director Shane Block (right) of Athens. Ala. Kudlack attended the week long National FFA Washington Leadership Conference. Have questions about cooking? Ask Q. When I make drop sugar cookies, they puff nicely in the oven, but fall after they come out of the oven. Does my recipe have enough flour? T.R., Willmington. OR. A. Either the cookies may be underbaked or the recipe may not have enough flour, as you suspect. Watch cookies carefully and bake a minute or so longer. If cookies brown too much or if cookies still fall, either adjust flour or try another recipe Another cause may be the fat in the recipe; recently some margarine manufac­ turers have reduced the amount of fat and increased the amount of water in their products. These products are called vegetable spreads, not margarine. In some baked products such as sugar cookies, the difference is ob­ vious. We recommend butter or margarine in sugar cookies. Q. When I peel and boil potatoes they look fine until they cool. They, they turn black. What can 1 do to pre­ vent this? D.W., Richfield, UT. A. After cooking, com­ pounds in potatoes may turn black if they come in contact with metals. Cool potatoes in a glass or plastic bowl after cooking. Q. I grate lemon peel with an old-fashioned hand grater, but I find that many lemons have a very slick skin that’s hard to grate. What do you suggest? D.U.. Baton Rouge, LA. A. Lemon skin texture varies due to particular variety of lemon. Even in the same grocery store displays, lemon varieties are mixed. If you look them over, you’ll likely find some that are less smooth. In addition, over time, a grater looses its sharpness. Try a new grater. An alter­ native is a lemon zester, a knife-like utensil, that peels away just the thin, yellow layer called the "zest" that has the fragrant oils. It may be easier to peel a smooth­ skinned lemon with the zester. Or use a sharp paring knife or vegetable peeler. 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Michigan 49058 |g �Page 10 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / July 12. 1994 New events spark Caledonia’s July 4th celebration by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Something old plus something new That best of all possible combinations came together for this year’s Caledonia In­ dependence Day celebration. Traditions included the Main Street parade, longer than ever this year, chicken barbecue in the park; a speech by State Senator Richard Posthumus; tractor pulls; lemonade and kielbasa; an FFA children’s barnyard; tur­ tle and frog races; live music and fireworks over the lake. Something new included local choirs and performers entertaining on stage with patriotic songs; the advent of the Scottish Highland Games (see related article) and weather that ranged from light sprinkles to moderately r youth league The Caledonia y ------ — w__baseball ---------- and softball coaches won an 11-9 victory over the Middleville coaches in on annual July Fourth softball game sponsored by Caledonia Rent All. Kids on their creatively decorated bikes and trikes again provided lots of color to the parade. muggy instead of just plain hot. Heading from new to tradi­ tion were the second annual softball contest between Caledonia and Middleville youth league coaches, par­ ticipation from the Caledonia Community Players and some country line dancing. 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Although the Navy is get­ ting smaller, the state-of-theart ships, aircraft and hightech systems in today’s fleet require bright, talented young men and women to operate them The Navy has over 55.000 job openings this year, most of which include guaranteed training Gabbert is a 1986 graduate of Caledonia Senior High School. MORTON SYSTEM Morton' System Saver’ Pellets Remove Nearly Twice As Much SystemClogging Dirt As Ordinary Sah.’ Water Conditioning Products Available at the... W.C. STORE TOTAL MART at M-37 and 68th Street OPEN 24 HOURS A DAY - 7 DAYS A WEEK • Fresh Donuts and Coffee • Lunch Specials • Lotto - CLEAN RESTROOMS - �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I July 12. 1994 I Page 11 'Uncle Sam' leads the parade in an appropriately venerable vehicle. 'It's A Grand Old Flag' was the grand finale to the George M. Cohan Review presented by the Caledonia Community Players, assisted by members of Boy Scout Troop 202. 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Just north of the MiddleVilla Inn (behind Dr. Showermans) SUMMER HOURS: Mon.-Fri. 6 am-8 pm; Sat. 8 am-1 pm | �Page 12 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / July 12, 1994 RETIREES, continued from Page 7 Kay Noah mainly has plans for traveling to visit family with one son living as far away as California and another getting married in North Carolina. After teaching for nearly 22 years, Noah really hasn't made any definite plans to fill her days. She is looking forward to not having to plan every minute. Pat Scott won’t be staying put much this summer even if she has just retired after over 25 years of teaching in the TK schools. Three days-a-week. she'll spend in Shipshewana work­ ing with her husband Scotty in a sales booth he owns and operates Much of the rest of her time will be spent with children and grandchildren in the area, and getting longer visits in with family who live farther away. Pat also enjoys needlework, reading, and crossword puzzles that give her something "to do with her hands " She is also considering the possibility of finding some type of volunteer work that she enjoys and can do easily. Margie Slocum is going to "just enjoy not having a routine" now that she has retired from teaching after 32 years, 26 of those at TK. Retirement is going to give her the time to spend with her husband Jack who is not retired yet and their four children who are grown and married, and the grandchildren. All of their family live close by and the Slocum's are ex­ pecting another grandchild this summer. Margie hopes to do some domestic traveling since the couple has already traveled to Europe, the Near East, and South America. Reading, seeing friends, an­ tiquing and collecting Roseville pottery , and going to Michigan State University sporting events like football and basketball will also fill her time when she is not just en­ joying their new home at Wall Lake near Delton. Janette VanRhee will now have more time to spend with her busband Wes who is already retired. She spent 20 years with the TK schools working as food service staff. Janette hasn't really made any specific retirement plans except for spending lots of time with their first grand­ child who is due in November. She's looking forward to shopping in Shipshewana this summer, going on an August convention tnp with Wes to Atlantic City. N.J., getting in some fishing on Harwood Lake, reading, and cooking. Weed a Vehicle? T^Only 6 Months \ On The Job Can Drive One Home Ask For Mr. Dunn 363-6841 SPECIALIZING IN QUALITY, PRE-OWNED CARS, TRUCKS & VANS Middleville teenagers receive horse show honors recently Twelve-year-old Brooke Berends earned reserve regional champion in the open division of the ladies English side saddle event. She rode My Toskezia in the Region 13 Championship Horse Show in June. Local dancer selected for special tour Erin Lockyer. 10, of Mid­ dleville. recently attended the 35th anniversary tour of Dance Caravan in Gatlinburg. Tenn. She studied many different styles of dance from a profes­ sional faculty made up from all parts of the U.S. She had the opportunity to audition for the Junior Caravan Kids and was selected as a member of the 1995 tour, upon which she may travel with the conven­ tion and perform in a number of cities throughout the U.S. Lockyer has been studying dance for eight years with the Bobbi Smith Dance Studio in Marshall. She is the daughter of Butch and Bobbi Lockyer of Middleville and grand­ daughter of Robert and Bar­ bara Leary of Hastings. * Ben Hess, 17, was named unanimous regional champion as an amateur owner/handler of a halter stallion. His Arabian stallion is KA Krystal Fire. The show which was held in Indianapolis, Ind., on June 24-36, was sponsored by the International Arabian Horse Association. by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Two rural Middleville teens, Ben Hess, 17, and his 12-year-old sister Brooke Berends, carried away several awards each at a recent horse show. They were participants in the Region 13 Championship Horse Show that was spon­ sored by the International Arabian Horse Association in Indianapolis, Ind., June 24-26. Ben earned honors as amateur owner to handle both a halter stallion and a halter mare. He was named unanimous regional champion for his handling of Arabian stallion KA Kry stal Fire and reserve regional champion for his handling of Arabian mare Award. With his showing of CR Tahitian Ice, Ben placed in the top ten in the open handier of a yearling halter filly. Ben has been working with and showing horses since he was 8. During competition in 1993, he placed in the top ten for handlers in the gelding halter category Brooke earned tw o titles as unanimous regional champion in the saddle seat equitation ride for those 13 and under, and reserve regional cham pion in the open division of the ladies English side saddle event. She rode mare My Toskezia in both events. Last year, Brooke placed in the top ten for the U.S. na­ tional competition in the ladies side saddle riding her half Arabian mare Country Pleasure. Brooke started riding when she was 4 years old. Both of them are looking forward to competing in this year’s national competition in Oklahoma City, Okla., July 26-30. Their love of horses and riding is definitely a family thing and two younger sibl­ ings enjoy it as well. The kids have several horses available to them since their dad is equine veterinarian John Berends and mom Donna works with John in their family business of raising Arabian horses along with the vet business. Correction— Users of the existing Cam pau Lake sewer system will pay $900 toward the cost of the proposed new wastewater treatment plant for the Campau-Kettle Lake area. They will not pay $900 a year, as was incorrectly stated in an article in the July 5 Sun and News. Sales Position/ Decorating Consultant Brown’s Custom Interiors is now accepting applications! For approx­ imately 30 hours per week. Flexible hours, good working conditions. Applicant must be able to work well with the public. Please send resume... Brown’s Custom Interiors 221 N. Industrial Park Hastings, Ml 49058 no Phone Calls Attn: Kathy Please! �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / July 12, 1994 / Page 13 COUNTY FAIR, continued from Page 6 | OBITUARIES Kalene A. Reahm---------- ------------------------------------------WAYLAND - Kalene A. Reahm, 14 of Gun Lake passed away Monday, July 4, 1994 of accidental boat injuries. Kalene was bom on February 12, 1980 at Grand Rapids, the daughter of Robert O. and Shelia A. (Mulford) Reahm. She was raised in the Gun Lake Area of Wayland and attended Grade and Middle School at Wayland. Kalene was a freshman at Wayland High School. She was a member of Giri Scouts for several years and the Wayland Middle School Volley­ ball. She was involved in the Tutoring Program assisting teachers in grade school. Preceding her in death were grandmother, Marjorie Mulford and grandfather, Kendall Reahm. Kalene is survived by her parents, Robert O. and Shelia A. (Mulford) Reahm; brother, Kendall A. Reahm all of Gun Lake, Wayland; grandparents, Alene Reahm of Wayland and Albert (Pat) Mulford of Hast­ ings; great grandmother. Pearl Vermeulen of Hastings; aunts and uncles, Dennis and Andrea Storrs of Hastings, Max Mulford of Branson, Missouri, Larry Reahm of Columbus, Ohio; and several cousins. Funeral services were held Thursday, July 7 at the Gun Lake Community Church with Pastor Keith Dragt officiating. Inter- ment at Yankee Springs Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Wayland Public School where a memonam is being established in memory of Kalene A. Reahm. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Home, Middle viUe. Russell J. Lewis— MIDDLEVILLE - Russell J. Lewis, 82 of Barlow Lake passed away Thursday, June 30, 1994 at Pennock Hospital. He was bom May 13,1912 at Leighton Township, Allegan County, the son of Wilber H. and Nellie (Jordan) Lewis. He was raised in Leighton Township, Allegan County and attended Leighton Township School. He was married to Edna Briggs on April 1932 at LaGrange, Indiana. He lived all his married life in Yankee Springs Township. Mr. Lewis was employed at Bradford White Corporation as a Diesel Mechanic, retiring in $ SUMMER JOBS $ Packers of Quality Frozen Vegetables General Labor and Truck Drivers 1974. He was a life member of Middleville Lodge #231 F&AM and a life member of Middleville Chapter #17 O.E.S., Teamster Union Local 107 and NRA. He was a member of the Yankee Springs Township Board, serv­ ing as a constable since 1971. He was an outdoorsman, an avid hunter and Fisherman. Mr. Lewis was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Sally Edna and a son, Russell John Lewis Jr. Surviving are his wife Edna (Briggs) Lewis; daughter, Mela­ nie (David) Ripley of Dumont Lake; sons, Gladeon (Norma) Lewis, Alpha (Margilene) Lewis, Bill (Sherrie) Lewis all of Middleville; daughters-in-law, Zita Lewis of Grand Rapids and Pamela Lewis of Middleville; 15 grandchildren; two step­ grandchildren; 21 great grand­ children; sister, Minnie Gibsons of Hopkins. Cremation has taken place. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to World Hunger or a charity of ones’ choice. Arrangements by Beeler Funeral Home Middleville. youth horse judging at the horse arena at 8 a.m. Open class non-livestock and youth sheep judging will be at 9 a.m. at the show arena, fol­ lowed by open class judging. A youth cat show will take place at 1 p.m. at the variety tent. A youth swine show will be at 5 p.m. at the show arena and rabbit live meat judging will be at 6 p.m. at the rabbit 3am. The Michigan State Cham­ pionship Supercross races will be at the grandstand at 7 p.m., at the same time as a karaoke contest at the variety tent. The karaoke contest will continue at 7 p.m. Thursday and the fi­ nals will be at 7 p.m. Friday. Wednesday is Senior Citi­ zens' Day, when all such folks can get into the fair at half price until 5 p.m. Youth horse judging will kick off Wednesday's events at 8 a.m. in the horse arena. Youth beef judging at the show arena will follow at 9 a.m.. followed by open class. A children’s pedal pull will take place at I p.m. An antique machinery and tractor show will be held all day Wednesday. Thursday and Friday. A youth puppet show will be offered at 6 p.m. at the va­ riety tent, the same time as a 4-H rabbit skill-a-thon at the rabbit bam. A youth talent show will be held at 7 p.m. at the variety tent. John Berry & the Maver­ icks will entertain at 7 p.m. Wednesday at the grandstand. Open class draft horse and ponies at 8 a.m.. followed by youth draft horse judging at the show arena will lead off activities on Thursday. Open class goats will be at 9 a.m.. a 4-H rodeo at the horse arena will be at 10 a.m. and at 3 p.m. Youth dairy and open class See County Fair. Page 15 HASTINGS CHRYSLER Plymouth * Dodge • Jeep * Eagle Sales Person Wanted Sell our exciting new cars, trucks and vans and used vehicles. Great pay (commission), good benefits with paid vacation. Sales experience preferred • but will train on the job. See Dave Ackett 1455 W. State St., Hastings. Gear Up with the Valvoline Performance Team™ (Must have CDL) - ALL JOB SEEKERS — 16 & 17 Year Olds and Up Retirees and Housewives If You Need Extra $$ DAYS AND NIGHTS AVAILABLE ...need approximately mid-July and August Zhomea, Craftsmanship Create Your Own Toys And Games (NAPS)—Thanks to recent advances in scroll saws, a lot of home handy­ women are now putting their signature on all sorts of woodcrafts including toys, puzzles, games, art­ work and jewelry. Call 616/374-8837 for additional information. Apply Monday thru Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. TWIN CITY FOODS, INC. E.O.E. With the right equip­ ment, home hobbyists can create intricate scroll­ work in wood and plastic just like professionals. I the mess! We are expanding and remodeling to serve you even better. 1—— One of the newest saws is a 16-inch Variable Speed Scroll Saw made by Ryobi. 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Broadway (M-43) Telephone Exchanges for Nearby Communities Alto___ __________ __ 868 Banfield...................... 721 Battle Creek_____ ____ 963 Battle Creek................... 964 Battle Creek................... 965 Battle Creek______ ___ 968 Bellevue........................... 763 Caledonia.............. 891 Clarksville........................693 Delton.............. «.............. 623 Dutton.............................. 698 Freeport________ _____ 765 Hastings........................ 945 Hastings__________ 948 Hickory Comers___ __ 671 Lacey........................... 758 Lake Odessa...... ............. 374 CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on July 18, 1994, at 7:30 p.m., the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, concerning the application of Caledonia Rent All, Inc., for an ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia so as to rezone the following described lands from the C-2 General Business District to the Planned Unit Development District in accordance with a proposed Development Plan for the Caledonia Rent All Planned Unit Development, for general commercial uses: The South 132 feet of the North 1,320 feet of the West 660 feet of the Southwest 1/4, Section 28, Town 5 North, Range 10 West, Caledonia Township, Kent County, Michigan. bv Margaret Fow ler Staff Writer Summer readers par­ ticipating in “Camp Read” at the Middleville library are in­ vited to become a little bit “crafty” during the next two weeks. The chance to learn how to make things such as friendship bracelets, critter rocks, plastic-lace jewelry, small wood crafts, and nature sta­ tionary is being offered in place of formal programs once a week Librarian Judy Kain ex­ plains that any of these crafts can be learned during the summer library hours of 8:45 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and Tues­ day and Thursday evenings from 6 to 8:30 p.m. The crafts will be offered through Thursday. July 21. Last week's project was a game where kids identified the tracks of different animals. A number of books wer placed along the “trail” to help with the proper ID. Each child earned a prize of their choosing, such as baseball cards, erasers, or other fun trinkets. Signup for the “Camp Read" program ends on Fri­ day, July 15. Kain also wanted to remind anyone who uses the library that it will be closed for regular cleaning from Friday. July 29, until Sunday. Aug. 14. Martin............................... 672 Middleville.......................795 Nashville.......................... 852 Pine Lake........................ 664 After the kids hove finished following the wildlife paw prints, they get to chose a prize for their efforts. Phone 795-3345 for Sun & News Action-Ads! CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on July 18, 1994, at 7:30 p.m., the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, concerning an application for an ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia so as to amend the Final Development Plan of the Gourmet Foods International Planned Unit Development, in accordance with an amended Development Plan. The Planned Unit Development covers the following described lands. Lots 16, 17,18 of Melody Acres, a recorded plat, Section 6, Town 5 North, Range 10 West, Caledonia Township, Kent County, Michigan. A copy of the proposed amending ordinance is on file and may be examined at the offices of the Caledonia Township Clerk, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, during regular busi­ ness hours. All interested persons may attend the public hearing and be heard with regard to the requested amending ordinance. Dated: June 23, 1994 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA (113) A copy of the proposed amending ordinance and the amended Development Plan for Gourmet Foods International Planned Unit Development are on file and may be examined at the offices of the Caledonia Township Clerk, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, during regular business hours. All interest­ ed persons may attend the public hearing and be heard with regard to the requested amending ordinance and the amended Development Plan. Dated: June 23, 1994 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA <i 14> �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / July 12, 1994 / Page 15 Continued from column 3 — Official Middleville Village Council Minutes Official Village Council Minute* June 14, 1994 Pr*»id*nt Myer* colled the meeting to order at 7 00 p.m Pretent: Bray. French. Schellinger and Stogroy Absent: Oliver and Vandenberg. Guest* Margaret Fowler from the Sun and News. Rick Wilson from the Grand Rapids Press, lee Moore. Mr. and Mrs Cooley. Craig Starkweather. Ron I. Stevenson and John Wilkins. Minutes of the Moy 24, 1994 meeting were approved os reod Agenda approved os printed Schellinger. choirperson of the property committee recom­ mended that council advertise 10 acres of Village property for sale. Discussion held French moved that Council advertise 10 acres of Village property for sale with a minimum bid of $40 000 00 Village Council em­ powered the Village Clerk to post requirements Support by Schellinger. Ayes all. Carried Schellinger moved that Coun­ cil rescind the previous motion to list the 10 acres of Village pro­ perty with realtors Support by Stogray Ayes all. Carried. President Myers introduced and welcomed Village Planner Jason Cherry to the Council. Schellinger moved the printed bills be paid Support by Stagray Ayes all. Carried Trustee French updated Coun­ cil on the Planning Commission Council and Police Chief Shoemaker reviewed the May Polk* Activity Report. Council and Manager shum reviewed the Manager s Report Manager Manshum presented to Council, employees interest in on additional insurance policy. This matter turned over to Finance and Personnel Commit­ tee for recommendation Craig Starkweather, Republican 23rd Senate District candidate introduced himself to Council. Ron L. Stevenson State Representative candidate in­ troduced himself to Council. lee Moore approached Coun­ cil with her concerns with the or­ dinance of Street Parking. Discussion held With no further business Bray moved for adjournment Support by Stogray. Ayes all. Carried Meeting adjourned at 8 00 p.m Cheryl Hooper Village Clerk (404) Special Meeting Official Village Council hold a publk hearing for the pur­ pose of continuing the levied 11.71 mills Thursday June 30. 1994 at 7 00 p m at the Village Hall. 100 East Main Street. Mid­ dleville Michigan Support by Schellinger Roll Coll Bray aye French aye. Schellinger aye, Stogray aye and Myers aye. Mo­ tion carried. Schellinger moved the special meetig be closed Support by French. Ayes all. Carried. Meeting adjourned at 7:05 p.m Cheryl Hooper Village Clerk (405) June 22 1994 President Myers called the special meeting to order at 7 00 p.m. Present Bray. French. Schell­ inger. and Stogroy Absent Oliver and Vandenberg The Special Council meeting was held for the purpose to determine whether or not. the Council should pass a resolution to hold a public hearing on Truth in Taxation. Discussion held Truth in Taxation hearing will allow the Village to continue the levied 11.71 mills (current millage rate). Without the public hearing the Village rote would automatically roll bock to 11.35 mills. Bray moved that Council YOUR SEARCH IS OVER! Quality work Done at a Reasonable Price! BARKER'S AUTO SERVICE 203 E. Main, Middleville 795-7100 OPEN 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday; Sat. by Appt. Only COUNTY FAIR From Page 13 judging will take place at 12:30 p.m. at the show bam. Draft horse hitch classes will be held at the horse arena at I p.m. 4-H demonstrations will be offered at 2 p.m. at the variety tent. A 4-H "rabbit fun" event will take place at 6 p.m. at the rabbit bam and the Show of Champions will be at 7 p.m. in the show arena. Hot air balloons will lift off at 7 p.m , the same time that Boy Howdy and Twister Al­ ley will take the stage at the grandstand to close out Thursday’s attractions. A livestock fashion show at the show arena will start Ladies' Day and Farm Bureau Day Friday. Horse games and contests at the horse arena will be at 9 a.m. Much of the Ladies' Day activity will be at the variety tent, starting at 10 a.m. with featured speaker Deanna Continued next column CHARTER TOWNSHIP Of CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN A copy of the proposed Zoning Ordinance amendment is on file and may be examined at the Caledonia Charter Township offices. 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia, Michigan, during normal business hours. All interested persons may attend the public hearing and be heard with regard to the proposed amendment in the Township Zoning Ordinance. PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA (406) Saturday, the final day of the fair, will begin with a livestock skill-a-thon at the show arena at 9 a.m. Gams and contests are set for 10 a m. at the horse arena. Adult beef showmanship will be held at 10:30 at the show arena. A tractor safety contest will follow at 11. Antique tractor pulls will get under way at noon at the grandstand without any ad­ mission price. The small animal sale will be held at L30 p.m. at the show arena, with games and contests following. A tractor pull, sponsored by Larry Poll Realty, with modifieds. super stocks and twowheel drive trucks, will be held at 6:30 p.m.. closing out another fair week — NOTICE — Notice is hereby given that by order of the Village Council of the Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, sealed bids will be received un­ til 12 o’clock noon, August 23, 1994, at the office of the Village Clerk for certain real estate located in the Village of Middleville, Barry Coun­ ty, Michigan and described as follows: Part of the Southwest 1/4 of Sec. 23, Town 4 North. Range 10 West, Thornapple Township, Barry Co., Michigan, described as Com­ mencing at the South 1/4 corner of said Sec. 23; thence North 89 degrees, 28 minutes, 31 seconds East 1305.78 feet along the South line of said Sec. 23 to the PLACE OF BEGINNING OF THIS DESCRIPTION; thence North 75 degrees 11 minutes, 54 seconds West 744.66 feet; thence North 08 degrees, 48 minutes, 56 seconds, East 660.00 feet to the center line of Main Street; thence South 80 degrees, 38 minutes, 27 seconds East 623.40 feet along said centerline of Main Street; thence South 00 degrees, 17 minutes, 06 seconds East 740.21 feet to the place of beginning. Subject to the right-of-way of State Road. Also subject to easements, restric­ tions, and right-of-way of record. Each bid must be accompanied by the certified check of the bidder for ten percent (10%) of the amount of the bid. No bids for less than $40,00U will be considered. Bids will be opened publicly at the time bidding is closed at the Village Councilroom and the property will be sold for cash to the high bidder. Checks of unsuccessful bidders will be returned within 48 hours after sale is made. THE VILLAGE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REJECT ANY OR ALL BIDS AND TO WAIVE ANY INFORMALITY IN THE BIDDING. Dated: June 28, 1994 Cheryl Hooper, Village Clerk (403) JUNE 21,1994 TO THE RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS OF YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN and OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS; NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION Date: JULY 21, 1994 Time: 7:30 P.M. Place: Yankee Springs Township Hall 284 N. Briggs, Middleville, Ml 49333 Purpose: PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on August 1, 1994, at 7:30 p.m. the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, concerning a proposed amendment in the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia. The proposed amendment would, if adopted, amend Sec­ tion 2.21 of the Zoning Ordinance to provide a revised definition of home occupation; amend Section 3.35 to specify permitted home occupations in the A, RR. R-1, R-2 and R-3 Districts, to state minimum conditions for home occupations, to specify certain home occupations as special land uses, to provide standards for consideration of home occupation special land uses, to provide for home occupation permits and to pro­ vide for the continuance of existing, lawful home occupations; amend Section 3.11 concerning home occupations in residential accessory buildings; and amend Section 3.31 so as to make minor references to revised Section 3.35. Dated: July 7, 1994 House and sponsored by Felpausch. Ladies can get in for half the general admission price until noon. The annual livestock sale will get under way at 2 p.m. Friday at the show arena. Da Yoopers will be back for their third straight appear­ ance at the grandstand at 7 p.m. Friday. To consider request from David and Laurie Smith to rezone property on the north side of Willson Drive from Agricultural to Residential Low Density and to change the Master Plan. Legal Description: A parcel of approximately 2.94 acres located in Section 23, Town 3 North, Range 10 West, Yankee Springs Township, Barry County, Ml The western p rtion of Parcel #0816-023-012-35. Complete description available at Township Hall Owner of Record: David C. and Laurie A. Smith To 244 Inca Drive S.W., Grand Rapids, 49548 Purpose: To consider request from William Minch to rezone property at 1225 S Briggs, Middleville, Ml from Rural Residential to Commercial and to change the Master Plan. Legal Description: A parcel of land in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 20, Town 3 North, Range 10 West, described as commencing at the Northeast corner of the Southwest 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 20, thence North 89 deg West 538 ft., thence South 18 ft., thence South 89 deg. East 538 ft., thence North 81 ft. to the place of beginning Parcel #0816020-024-00 Owner of Record: William and Paula Minch 777 S Briggs Rd., Middleville, Ml 49333 Matenal pertaining to the above subjects may be examined at the township hall by ap pointment with the clerk. Yankee Springs Township will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed material being con­ sidered at the hearing upon five (5) days notice to the Yankee Springs Township Clerk Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Yankee Springs Township Clerk by writing or calling the Clerk at the address or telephone number listed herein. Harvey E. Vander Bee, Clerk Telephone 795-9091 (402) �Page 16 I The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml I July 12. 1994 Call for Classifieds... PLACE YOUR ADVERTISING MESSAGE HERE • 795-3345 Rates: 5 words for $2.75 then IO' per word. If you pay in advance, you save 50* billing charge. Deadline is Friday of 4:00 p.m. Business Services BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment COMPLETE LANDSCAP ING, top soil, sand, gravel, hauled and leveled. Retaining walls, relandscaping and new construction. We’re Easy To Get A-LAWN with. 891-1843. GYMNASTICS IN MOTION offering pre-school through advanced classes, all ages. Also boys and girls USGF competi­ tion teams. For information call Cathy 795-7620. POLEBARNS, DESIGNED TO YOUR specifications, free planning and delivery. Do it yourself or builders available. Durkee Lumber, Alto, 868 6026. HOMEOWNERS* CASH FAST! ’Home and income property*Debt consolidation♦Tumed down? problem credit? We can help!*Fast, easy - Call 24 hours. AAA Mortgage & Finance Corp. 1-800-968-2221 Free consultation.___________ PAINTING BY MIKE & REBECCA LYDY: Interior exterior. Residential and busi­ ness. Phone 948-2649 BOAT DOCKS now stocking a complete line of Tommy Dock system. Durkee Lumber, Alto, 868-6026. TRIPLE CHECK TAX AND ACCOUNTING SERVICE. WE OFFER A COMPLETE ACCOUNTING AND TAX SERVICE. FOR APPOINT­ MENT CALL 891-1886. 9958 CHERRY VALLEY, (M37) CALEDONIA. LOCATED IN CALEDONIA PLAZA. Y OPEN 7 \ NIGHTS A WEEK^ -J FARO'S TREE TRIMING AND REMOVAL, stump grinding, free estimates, fully insured, we leave your yard clean. B & B Tree Service 795-7575. Farm DOZING WORK WANTED, have 350 John Deere, 795-7290. LEDUC BLUEBERRIES ALREADY PICKED or upick, irrigated quality. 12 miles west of Kalamazoo on M-43, to 30th St, south 1 1/2 miles. Open daily 8am-8pm Sunday 10-6. Phone 616-657-3871. For Sale Automotive EAGLE 1989 MEDALLION DL, 4 door, air conditioning, cruise, automatic. Call 891-9921. 1981 OLDS, some dents, runs good, $250. 795-2101. For Rent BANQUET HALL FOR RENT: Gun Lake. For recep­ tions, reunions, meetings. Bar and kitchen facilities avail­ able. Call 672-7110. LITTLE TYKES CHILD­ RENS TOYS, cribs, baby walk­ ers, clothing & much more. Thursday & Friday July 14th & 15th, 9a.m. 8030 68th St. SE (In Alaka)_______ _____________ TWO PIZZAS for ONE SPECIAL PRICE! MOVING SALE 25yrs. of memories priced to sell, tools, garden tiller, chain saw, lawn mower, furniture, household, crafts, ecL.. ecL. Don’t miss it. July 14th, 15th, 16th, 9-4, 8552 Garbo Dr., Alto. Save up to 70% On Second Pizza NO COUPONS • NO FREE POP NO FREE DELIVERY Good Only Sunday thru Thursday (NOT VALID Friday and Saturday) Specials not valid with any other offers or Free Delivery coupon---- 1 r FARO’S ITALIAN PIZZA Middleville Take Out Only • One (1) Per Coupon J Try Our New /Old Fashioned^ I CHICKEN SANDWICH HUDSONVILLE Hand Dipped \ ICE CREAM $ Subs • Lasagna j ^Spaghetti • Burritos ^Banana spiit^ Chips & Cheese • Malts • shakes • c RH 2 liters of Pepsi with any pick up pizza order. NO COUPON NEEDED NO FREE POP WITH FREE DEUVERY All of our pizzas include our Special Sauce and 100% Mozzarella Cheese Water lilies, water plants, goldfish and koi. Also installa­ tion of waterfalls and ponds. or call for an appointment to visit our ponds and *ater gardens at 9340 Kalamazoo. Caledonia. HELP WANTED - Due to the retirement of one of our good employees we have a part-time opening for a capable and dependable maintenance person. Duties include everything from general fix-it jobs to lawn care and custodial duties. Person chosen must have a wide variety of mechanical abilities and be physically fit. Good opportunity for the right person. Contact: Steve Hayes, c/o Bob’s Gun and Tackle Shop, Inc. 2208 Gun Lake Rd., Hastings, Ml. 49058. PART TIME HELP wanted for glass and mirror installation. Need valid drivers license, read tape measure, level, and be mechanically inclined. Would like young retiree, no other experience needed. 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Rick Chapla. a represen­ tative of the Metro Council, told village officials that the strategic planning for the Metropolitan Development Blueprint has involved hun­ dreds of area residents. Now. he said, implemen­ ting the proposed “blueprint" is the next step The blueprint is an effort to deal with controlling and plan­ ning for growth in the metropolitan Grand Rapids area, which today has a population of about 450.000. However, by the year 2000. the projected population is 700,000, Chapla said He outincd the Metropolitan Development Blueprint's three areas of emphasis: — Developing and prescrv ing a network of open land and green ways, recognizing that the quality of life in the area is shaped by its desirable natural resources. — Creating compact centers of regional activity, thus anticipating where economic growth should take place. — Recognizing and nurtur­ ing the value of creating com­ pact. liveable communities, ““like the village of Caledonia." He said that the blueprint does not mandate anything for village and township govern­ ments. but is designed to serve as a guide to their planning efforts. Implementing the blueprint will begin, he said, now that a special commission of 31 peo­ ple has been formed. The commission is charged with “ensuring that the themes, concepts and strategies of the blueprint be considered." Chapla said implementation also will include: — Taking a complete in­ ventory of the area's natural assets. — Designing transit systems, based on blueprint concepts, offering a variety of transportation for residents, with special consideration for air quality. — Reviewing water and sewer systems. — Convening public and private sector planners to discuss creation of compact communities in harmony with the green spaces and sewer­ water planning — Creating more sub­ regional planning alliances, like the "Four Comers" group that includes the Caledonia, Cascade and Kent­ wood planners. — Anticipating the implica­ tions of the actual construction of the so-called South Belt highway. Chapla said the Blueprint Commission will meet early in the fall to establish an agen­ da and a time frame for blueprint implementation. The council also heard a report from engineering con­ sultants on lhe progress of local projects. Lou VanLiere of W & W Engineering said that progress continues in constnxjion of the Glen Valley commercial and residential planned unit development (PUD). Road work is under way, with curb and gutter going in on roads east of the creek, he noted. Randy Wilcox, of Wilcox Associates, reported that con­ struction of the village s new wastewater treatment plant is on schedule, if not slightly ahead of schedule. Tank footings and the south wall are poured, he said, and offered to provide council members a tour of the site. He said that construction of the collection system for the new sewer line along M-37 also is proceeding on schedule. In other business, the Council: — Approved authorizing a permit for the Caledonia Community Schools to remodel the entrance drive to Caledonia Elementary. Coun­ cil told Rich Overmire, direc­ tor of auxiliary services, for the school district, that the permit would be valid as long as the schools did not change the plan they had submitted for council approval. — Agreed with a recom­ mendation from Trustee Judy Kidder to remain with the village’s present insurance carrier. DeVries Insurance, Shellie McQueen (right), new president of the Middleville Lions, presents o $50 check to the 4-H Middleville Brides & Bits Club. Accepting the check is (from left) Club General Leader Janet Nichols, and members Alesse Nichols, and Erin Robertson. Middleville Lions Club elects woman president by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The Middleville Lions Club has not been an "all-man’s” club for about two years. And now, with the election of a woman president, Shellie McQueen, any gender barrier that may have been left is like­ ly to disappear. McQueen is the first woman to hold the office of president in the Middleville club. Her predecessor, Bryan Finkbeiner. turned the offical briefcase over to McQueen so that she could assume her duties on July 1. McQueen probably will have a more formal initiation in September when regular Lions meetings start back up. She is just one of three women who joined the group two years ago after they were invited. “I felt really honored that 1 was asked to join,” McQueen said. “It gives me the oppor­ tunity to give back to my town,” she added. McQueen, along with her husband David (who is not a Lion) and two children, 15-year-old Angie and 13-year-old Bryan, is a longtime Middleville resident She has owned and operated Shear Pleasure for 12 years in downtown Middleville. In addition to her work and the Lions, McQueen has been active on the Heritage Day Committee, and is a member of Village Players. Of her presidency, Me Queen said she would like to see the Lions do more for the village and have more com­ munity projects. ““And this is a great group of guys to work with,” she commented. See Blueprint, Page 2 Middleville may add computer controls for sewer by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The Middleville Village Council approved writing a change order for the sewer project to include installation of a state-of-the-art computer control system. Project Engineer Mark Lee of Pre in and Newhoff recom­ mended the purchase of a $ 17.000 Jet Tech Omniflo 486 PC Control System for the Middleville wastewater treat­ ment plant This piece of equipment was not part of the original bidding because, at the time, the competitors did not have comparable equipment available, according to Lee Several features of the system would help make the addition cost effective. Some of those features are that the controls reduce operator time and skill level requirements provide consis­ tent. efficient process perfor­ mance through operating strategies, has a continuous li­ quid level indication; equip­ ment failure alarms and initial response; event storage as operations guide, graphics to monitor the plant and its operations; and a phone modem for remote process service capability. “This is the proper time to make this change if it is going to be made." said Lee The control system that was originally ordered would rxx be installed and that would provide a savings of about $7,000. making the cost of putting in the sophisticated control about $10,000 more. Village Manager Ev Man­ shum also noted that the cost of the system still would be well below the $2.5 million bonded for the project The bid cost w as just below $2 1 million. The actual change order will come back before the council at their next meeting for final approval Since the bonds were handl­ ed on the county level, bills and change orders go through the Barry County Board of Commissioners Council did approve pay­ ment of several bills, already reducing the $2.5 million pro­ ject balance to $2,260,828 The County Board has ask This is the proper time to make this change if it is going to be made. — Mark Lee, Project Engineer cd that all bills first be approv­ ed by the Middleville Council. Since the liming of the meeting of the two boards would cause a delay, the council voted to change its first meeting of the month from the second Tuesday to the second Monday night at 7 pm Then the approved invoices would go on to the commis­ sioners at their morning meeting on the second Tuesday Middleville Council members decided they would use this schedule for one year, until the project was com­ pleted They will then re­ evaluate their meeting dates. The second monthly meeting will continue to fall on the fourth Tuesday evening. In other business, the Village Council: — Was notified Lhat the agreement with Penn Central Railroad with the Rails-ToTrails Conservancy had been signed by the railroad and the Michigan RTC. The contract was on its way to be signed at the national RTC level Village Attorney Jeff Youngsma told council that the village would need to get a recreation plan drafted in order to apply for grants to develop the trail. — Approved $9,961 to sealcoat major and local streets. Manshum said this was part of an ongoing plan of upkeep on village roads. — OK’d the bidding on a used 1987 Ford dump truck from the City of Portland at a cost of $14,600. The truck will not be available until fall and Portland is accepting bids through Sept 1. Manshum said Portland agreed to keep the village posted as to other bids. — Agreed to having Man­ shum attend a one-day seminar costing $135 on ‘Managing Multiple Priorities.” Ihe council also has been working on a list of priorities as they see them for the village manager and felt the seminar would tie in. — Approved sending police officer Jeff Nienhuis to a three-day seminar on “Pressure Point Control Tac- See Controls, Page 2 In This Issue.... • Yankee Springs hall, parking, set for improvement • Special pony joins new family at Kent Special Riding Program • CHS grad will set the beat as drummer for ARC • Middleville Community Sale attracts big crowd �Page 2 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I July 19, 1994 Yankee Springs hall, parking, set for improvements by Margaret Fowler unship finished the 1993-94 fiscal year with spending below budget and revenues above He said that all of the 1993 taxes were in as well. That leaves Yankee Springs with more than $35,000 of surplus. The board voted to put some of that money into im­ provement! on the village hall and parking lot. Much of the office section of the building has been redone because of roof and ceiling damage The walls and ceilings have all been painted and new carpeting installed. The next step is to air condi­ tion the offices That was unanimously approved by the board at an estimated $1,700 with the contract going to Walt Welton There have been problems with the com­ puters and copy machines in the office because of the high humidity. However, the motion to blacktop the parking lot was not passed so easily Trustee Mary Cook said she Letters to the Editor: Say ‘Yes’ to Thornapple emergency services on Aug. 2 ballot To the editor: There are several important issues on the Aug. 2 ballot, but one should be of vital in­ terest to Thornapple Township/Middleville residents. The men and women of our volunteer fire and ambulance servfte need our continued financial support. At stake is a one-mill levy for five years that Thornapplc Township will use to keep the emergen­ cy services operating efficiently. It is the Township Board’s responsibility to establish the budget for the services each year Because of the support the people have shown in the past. Thornapplc Township has been able to keep the department up to date and in some cases, ahead of our needs. The fire equipment we have on hand is serving us well, but we must constantly review our needs for the future. The effective life of fire pumpers is 20 years, and our projected needs based on the age of our present equipment means we will need to replace some fire trucks in the near future. And, as with most things today, fire trucks are not inexpensive. The last pumper purchased by the township with voted funds from the people cost over $200,000' For many years now. the people of Thornapple Township have voted to fund their fire service by a one-mill annual tax. Because the Township Board has had these funds available — when need­ ed — we have avoided financ­ ing any of the equipment we have. This alone has saved the taxpayers thousands of dollars in financing charges At the outset of this letter. I mentioned the dedicated men and women who make up the heart and soul of our fire and ambulance services. Without them all. the money in the township wouldn't put a fire truck or ambulance on the road. We like to think the onemill tax we pay on our proper­ ty is small compensation for the peace of mind we have in having these folks ready to assist us in time of emergencies. When you go to the polls Aug. 2. don’t forget to say “yes" to the Thomapple Township fire operating millage renewal. It’s our way of saying “thank you" to a lot of people in our community who care! Don Boysen Thomapple Twp. Supervisor felt that the money should be put into some of the ocher needed repairs like the rental hall She felt the blacktopping the lot was an "extravagance " Cost for the paving will be about $10,300. The motion passed by a 3-2 vote with Cook and Trustee Jack Finkbeiner saying no. In other business, the board: — Approved a resolution to support the millage request on the county level for the 911 system. — Received a petition from the Cobb Lake Association asking that the channel be posted as a “No Wake name is not listed with the post office and has caused problems already with mail delivery and an ambulance run. — OK'd the sextant con­ tract for Keith Roush for $6,600. Roush has done this for several years and had not asked for any increase — Established Special Assessment District 15 for the purpose of paving Terry Avenue at an approximate cost of $17,000. This was the first public hearing and the se­ cond one will be held on Aug. II at the regular township board meeting — Gave final approval on Zone.” The association was told that they had to have the bless­ ings of the Township Board before it could be officially listed as such and that the township must have an or­ dinance about it. Supervisor George London tabled the issue until next month to locate the proper ordinance — Approved changing Park Street to Barlow Lake Road at the request of the residents. This change was contingent with the notification and OK by emergency services. Evidently, the Park Street the final assessment roll for Special Assessment District 13 for the paying of Willson Drive — Held the second public hearing for the Special Assessment District 14 for the sewer extension on Oakwood Shores. No one in the public voiced an opinion and the board gave final approval for the project that should be completed by fall according to London. — Asked that township residents with junk cars or un­ sightly junk piles clean up the messes on their own rather than waiting to be cited by the township. Thornapple Twp. Truth-ln-Taxation hearing set b> Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The Thomapple Township Board has set its Truth-InTaxation public hearing for Monday. Aug. 8 With the Headlee Amend­ ment. the township would need to roll back taxes from the 1993 rate of 1.6844 mills (.8422 for operation, and .8422 for fire) to 1.6018 for 1994 In order to maintain basic township and fire operational services, the board is propos­ ing to levy an additional .048 mills above the 1.6018 mill base rate That rate of 1.6498 mills will provide an estimated 6 percent increase in revenues (over last year for the township for both general operation and fire operation. The public hearing, to be held at the Thornapple Township Hall at 7 p.m. Monday, Aug. 8, will be to receive any public comment on the issue prior to final approval. According to Supervisor Don Boysen, this needs to be done prior to the board’s September meeting. In other business last week, the Township Board: — Approved the guidelines and reorganization structure for the Thomapple Township Emergency Services as sub­ mitted by new Chief Bob Woodard. The restructuring includes the addition of one more lieutenant and changes some of the guidelines for the various positions. Woodard was given the go ahead to post the position opening for the Assistant Chief with a change in the number of years served to five years of fire and EMS ex­ perience and active with TTES for the past three years. The old description asked for 10 years of service in the department. BLUEPRINT, Woodard and Trustee Rex Schad will be putting together a committee to go over the old guidelines and bylaws and up­ date them. Woodard is also working on the initial draft of a township policy on hazardous materials. — Accepted a bid from Lowell Granite of $10,455.34 to put in a veterans’ memorial at Mount Hope Cemetery. Additional plans for the proposed memorial are still under way. according to Clerk Donna Kenyon. — Received final approval continued from front page — rather than switch to the Michigan Municipal League package. — Referred to the Village Planning Commission the question of whether the village should “abandon” or vacate property that was originally platted for streets that were never built. Village Attorney Jim Brown CONTROLS, from the Department of Natural Resources for the ex­ tension of the Duncan Lake sewer line — Discussed the installa­ tion of a sound system in the township meeting room, so that meetings could be taped Boysen had received bids on a sound systems but. no ac­ tion was taken at the meeting — Heard presentations from two candidates. State Senator Joanne Emmons. 23rd District, and Dan Parker. State House 87th District candidate said the council could aban don the property for the plat­ ted streets while retaining utility easement rights. Council also is asking the commission to review the village's master land use plan, since it has not been updated for over a decade. — Authorized the village clerk to begin the paperwork to allow for street lights in the Glen Valley development — Authorized Brown to draft a new policy that would require developers to reim­ burse the village for “extraor­ dinary" legal and planning costs related to the developer’s project. continued from front page — tics” for $195. — Heard requests from two different parties interested in purchasing lots in the Mid­ dleville Industrial Park. The council chose to refer those to the Property Committee. — Authorized attorney John Pessal to represent the village before the Federal Communications Commission in records to charges against C-Tec Cable. This is in con­ junction with more than 60 other municipalities. — Decided to look into other options for the sign on the outside of the village hall because the wooden one will not hold up well even if painted. President Pro Tern Jim Oliver asked that a replace- ment be taken care off before Heritage Day that will be on Saturday, Sept 17 — Asked that anyone in­ terested in serving on the Planning Commission contact the village office. The commis sion is still one person short. — Heard from Dan Parker, a condidate for the 87th State Representative District scat. Middleville Class of 1944 holds 50th reunion The Middleville High School Class of 1944 held its 50th reunion at the Middle Villa June 24. Seated are (first row, from left) Betty (Serven) Culbert, Donna (Davis) Chase, Jean (Hooper), Ness, Etta (Kinslow) Winans, Maxine (Finkbeiner) Sinclair, Margaret (Smith) Finkbeiner, (second row) Gordon Bennett, Arlene (Williams) Wilcox, Lillian (Chapman) Bellgraph Rose Marie (Goddard) Soladin, Lucille (Overholt) Long, Esther (McKutt) Lass, Robert Burghdoff, (third row) Rex Schad, William Schnurr, Gerald Adams. Beatrice (Cisler) Miller, Robert Otto, Clarence Thede and Ray Finkbeiner. �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml I July 19, 1994 I Page 3 | Obituaries Former Middleville teen dies in N. Carolina crash bv Nick Hoffman ’ Staff Writer Rosetta (Loftus) Johnson MIDDLEVILLE - Rosetta (Loftus) Johnson, 89 passed away Tuesday, July 12,1994 at her home. Mrs. Johnson was born March 4, 1905 at Leighton Township, Allegan County, the daughter of Austin and Eleanor (Humphrey) Loftus. She was raised in the Middle­ ville area and attended Brew School. She married Arthur W. Johnson on December 10, 1955. Mrs. Johnson was a home­ maker and farmers wife. She was also a member of St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church and a member of the Alter Society of the former St. Augustine Tom and Henry Loftus; sisters, Adelia Lindsley, Nora Hooten, Margaret White, Katherine Robleski; and Sisters of Sl Joseph, Sister Bridget and Sister Padua. Surviving are one sister, Frances Linsea of Grand Rapids; 20 nieces and nephews; many great and great-great nieces and nephews. Mass of Christian Burial was held at Sl Rose of Lima Catholic Church, Hastings. Father Charles H. Fischer as Celebrant Interment Irving Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church or Barry Tina M. Pifer. 18. formerly of Middleville, expected to be dead before she was 21, one of her friends said Friday. "We’ve got letters at home that she w rote to us. Over and over again she’d tell us... 1 know I won’t live to be 21,’" said Kathy Foster, whose old­ est daughter Julie grew up friends with Pifer. "I guess she knew something we didn’t know." The teenager died in a car accident June 30 in Jack­ sonville. N.C. Pifer had been living for the last two years with her aunt and uncle in St. Cloud. Fla., Foster said. She had been visiting rela­ tives in Jacksonville with two Middleville are proud to an­ nounce the engagement of their daughter, Polly Sue Kid- Tina M. Pifer girlfriends from St. Cloud just before the June 30 accident, which occurred nine miles from where they were staying. Police had said witnesses had seen Pifer, who was driv­ ing, reach down under her son of Martin and Denice Boonstra also of Middleville. They both are graduates from Thornapple Kellogg High School. Polly received her paralegal associates degree from Davenport College and is now employed by Miller. Can­ field, Paddock and Stone, a downtown law firm. Todd is the manager of Tires R’ Us in Wayland. An Oct. 22. 1994 wedding is planned. seat, Foster said. She said that when Pifer reached down, the car crossed the center line and hit a U-Haul truck. Pifer and two friends, who were 17 and 20 years old, were killed in the crash. Fos­ ter said. Pifer’s two friends were sisters. Police reportedly found a dead kitten in between Pifer’s feet. They believe that is what she was reaching for before the collision. Foster said. Memorial services for Pifer were held Saturday. July 9. at Reyers North Valley Chapel in Grand Rapids. She was buried in the Plainfield Township Cemetery in Belmont. "Tina used to tell us she’d be late for her own funeral, which she was." Foster said. She said Pifer had wanted to be cremated, so she was. Her ashes didn't get to the chapel until after funeral ser­ vice started, however. Pifer grew up in Middleville and attended Thornapple Kellogg schools. She started living with the Fosters in 1990. She moved to Florida when her father died in 1992. "We thought the best thing for her to do was go live with an aunt and get her out of such familiar surroundings." Foster said Pifer had fallen behind in school and had a year to go before her high school graduation. Foster said Pifer had made the honor roll for the first time on her last report card, however. She had also been asked to be the editor of her school’s newspaper. "She’d been through a lol. yet she was the sweetest kid in the world," Foster said. "It’s just like losing one of your own." Pifer is survived by her mother. Karen Pifer of Grand Rapids, her brothers Gerald. 16. Mike. 12. and Matthew, II. of Caledonia; her uncle and aunt Steve and Sherry Gustafson of St. Cloud. Fla.; other aunts, uncles and cousins, and friends Tracy C/apla and Julie and Came Foster of Middleville. Hanover Village Apartments — and — Mobile Home Community Hastings, Michigan Construction has begun! Preliminary applications are now being accepted. Call for a free brochure. (616) 361-1717 or 1-S00-748-05K3 ’= Potter-Redman united Takytha Marie Potter and Brian Lee Redman were mar­ ried May 14, 1994 at the Free Methodist Church in Hastings, with Reverend Daniel Graybill officiating. She is the daughter of Virginia Ann Wager of Hastings and he is the son of Larry and Karen Redman, also of Hastings. Maid of honor was Heather Wolcott, friend of the bride and best man was Scott Red­ man, brother of the groom. The bridesmaid were Barb Hayes. Penny Second and Cindy Lake The groomsmen were Matt Hall, Aaron Newberry, and Chris Mennell. All friends of the bride and groom. The flower girl was Stacey Wolcott, daughter of the maid of honor and ring bearer was Nicholas Wallace, nephew of the groom. Ushers were Paul Dryer and Scott Wolcott. Mistress of ceremony was Brenda Johnson. The couple would like to thank all of the special family and friends who made the day one to remember. They now reside in Hastings. New Scottish pipe and drum band looking for new members The new Glendaloch (“bet­ ween the waters”) Scottish Pipe Band of West Michigan welcomes new recruits, said Alan Wilson of Kentwood, member of the group. A retired pipe major, with experience in the Grand Rapids Pipe Band and FirEunn Og Pipes and Drums. Wilson said interested residents don’t need to know how to play the bagpipes to join. "We will leach beginners in both pipes and drums.” he said If learning the Highland Fl­ ing is your heart’s desire. Wilson said he can provide the name of a qualified teacher, but he himself cannot teach the Scottish dances, he sax! Wilson and his wife. Dorothy, were two of three band members who perform­ ed at the Caledonia In dpendence Dav Celebration July 2. So. if the skirl of the pipes awakens some Scottish heritage, or even if you’re allergic to heather, the band welcomes any interested pipers and drummers Wilson can be reached al 531-0208 IK board votes on supt. contract by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The Thornapple Kellogg School Board was expected to vote on the new superinten­ dent's contract last night for Jay Cason. Board President Jan Siebesma said there are a few more details that need to be worked out both with Cason and the board, but she is cer­ tain that he will be the new superintendent In fact, according to Siebesma, Cason plans to turn in his written resignation to the Grand Haven Schools this morning and then drive to Middleville. Cason plans to be full-time at TK on Aug. 1. TK grad earns degree at CMU Erin Lynn Roon, daughter of Jane Roon of Middleville and the late James Kit Roon of Middleville was awarded a bachelor of science degree May 7 at Central Michigan University Roon majored m com­ munication disorders, with a minor tn psychology She is a 1990 graduate of Thornapple Kellogg High School. She will continue her educa­ tion at Central Michigan University to earn a master’s degree m speech Language pathology I The Sign Says It AU Fixed Rate •Low Rates Adjustable Rate •Fast Approval Commercial Mortgage •Home Equity Line Construction Loan •First Mortgage Mortgage •Second Mortgage •5% and 10% Down Home Mortgages i FDIC State Bank of Caledonia Offices in Caledonia, Dutton & Middleville 627 MAIN STREET CALEDONIA 3205 6«TH ST S E DUTTON 303 ARLINGTON MIDDLEVILLE Ph. 891-8113 Ph. 698-6337 Ph. 795-3361 �Page 4 I The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml I July 19. 1994 Merrily, the house rolls along in Middleville by Margaret Fowler • Staff Writer Imagine looking out the window and suddenly seeing a house roll by. That is just what happened to many Middleville residents last Thursday. They weren’t imagining things, a house was being moved from its site on Whitneyville Road to another lot on Irving Jim Robertson had purchas­ ed the home owned by Gary and Becky Otto and planned to move it once the Ottos' new home was completed. So. Thursday was moving day for the Robertsons As the I *6-story home was rolled down Whitneyville Road into the village and around to Irving Road. Jim's wife. Marcie. said that quite a crowd gathered along the route. “I think people in small towns enjoy watching stuff that like. " Marcie said This is the second house the Robertsons have had moved The other was in 1986 “This went real easy.” she explained. “It seems like last time. they took a long time gening the house ready for the move But it was a bigger house, too ' Now that the house is at the new site, the next step is to jack it up and put a foundation under it. Marcie said. The Robertsons plan to add another full story to the house in the foundation. Once it is fixed up. two families will occupy the dwelling. “Even though we've done this before, it's exciting every time you do it,” Marcie said. This 1% story house went rolling down Whitneyville Rood into Middleville lost week and out to the Irving Road lot were it is to be permanently set up. LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church — Serving a Living Lord SUNDAY....... 9 45 am., 11:00 am k 6:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY............................ Family Fellowship Prayer k Bible Study 7:00 p.m 7240 68th Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Rev. Brian F. Harrison Youth Pastor. Darrel L. Schrock Music, Jeffery C. Vander Heide CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A church with a caring heart for our community and the world" Sunday Services....... 9:30 a m. & 6:00 p.m. M-37 at 100th St., Caledonia, Ml Church Office: (616) 891-1512 Rev. Gerald Van Oyen Al Tiemeyer Community Calling FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville Bruce N. Stewart, Pastor Lee Taylor, Assistant Pastor Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer 6:45 p.m. Word of Life Clubs.................................... 6:45 p.m. WELCOME TO CHRISTIAN REFORMED 6201 Whitneyville Avenue Sun. Morning Worship.......... 10:00 a.m. Evening Service..................... 6:00 p.m. Rev. Bernard Mulder, Pastor 868-6306 LEIGHTON UNITED METHODIST Gaines United Brethren Church Kalamazoo Avenue at 92nd Street Caledonia, Michigan Telephone 69M252 Pastor Mark Beers LAKESIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH Pastor Scott Taylor Reaching People With Christ 8:30 am to 9:30 am — First Worship Service 9:30 am to 9:45 am — Coffee Fellowship 9:45 am to 10:45 am — Sunday School 10:45 am to 11:00 am - Coffee Fellowship 11:00 am to 12 00 — Second Worship Service Nursery and Childrens Church unit be provided during both services Set an eiample In speech in Hie in to»e in fetti and in punty " 708 West Main Street Phone 891-9259 YOU ARE INVITED Saturday Evening Mass........................... 5:00 p.m. Proclaiming Rev Roger Timmerman, Pastor k 11:00 a.m. the Histone Reformed Faith. Services at 9:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Worshipping at Kettle Lake School on Whitneyville Rd. South of 68th Street CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST Church School.................. 9:30 a.m. Choir Practice.................. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service.............. 10:30 a.m. 250 Vine Street Church Office 891-8669 Parsonage 891-8167 Rev. Bobby Dale Whitlock 795-3667 WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH MIDDLEVILLE and PARMELEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES 8546 Whitneyville Ave at 84th St *891-8661 "The Church there evehtxxh $ sometxxh . and Jesus Christ s Lotd" 111 Church Street Sunday School..........................................9 30 a m Sunday Morning Worstup....................... 10 30 am Sunday Evening Worship......................... 600 pm Wed Midweek Prayer & Bible Study....... 700pm tev Mbarn Dotson. Pastor Stove Jocxson tour Pastor .xney ttoxDr “God Cares for You” Cornerstone Wesleyan Church Meeting at the Comer of Wood School Rd. and Wing Rd. Services — Sunday School ......................... 1000 a.m Morning Worship .................. 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship........... ............. 600 p m. Pastor Jeffrey Lee Phone 795-7076 Children s Church/Youth Worship during morning servicw, Caraway Si. puppet ministry for K4th during evening tervices Sunday School....................................... 9:45-10:45 Wednesday Night “Family Night” 6:45-8:15 Includes Adventure Chib, Choirs for Children and Adults, High School Youth Group and Adult Classes For information call: 891-8119 891-8028 Morning Worship Service............. 10 00 a m. Su nday School.................................. 1115am Evening Worship Service.................. 6 00 p.m. Rev. James Cusack Sunday Worship Services....... 8:30 or 11:00, 6:00 Sunday Morning Worship (Interpreted for hearing impaired)............... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School.......................................................... 11:10a.m. Sunday Evening Service.............................................6:30p.m. Pioneer Club (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday..................... 6:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting - Wednesday........................... 7:00 p.m. Youth Fellowship - Sunday.............................. 5:00 p.m. RAY TOWNSEND. Pastor HM DOUBLESTEIN, Youth Director MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street KETTLE LAKE INDEPENDENT REFORMED Barner Free • M-37 between Caledonia & Middleville Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Sunday Mass..................... 9:00a.m Peace Reformed Church St. Paul Lutheran Kraft Ave. & 84th St., Caledonia, Mi (Missouri Synod) "Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. " Rom. 12:10 First Service......................................8:30 a.m. Sunday School................................. 9 45 a.m. (Fellowship Coffee 9:45 am. to 10 00 a m ) Bible Classes................................. 10:00 a.m Second Service.............................. 11:00 a m. (All Services have a Nursery available) Rev. Robert Gerke Office: 891-8688 Church: 891-9878 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 12200 Chief Noonday Road (al Gun l^ke) Wayland. Michigan 49348 • 795-7903 Barrier Free ' Programs for All Ages Sunday Worship 10 00 am Sunday School 11:15 am Wednesday "Family Night” 6 00 p.m Parmelee Morning Worship............ 9.30 a m Middleville Sunday School.............. 9 45 a m MiddteviHe Wochip......................... 11 00 am Rev. Lynn Wagner — 795-3798 Rev. Carroll Fowler — 765-5316 Church Office Phone - 795-9266 COlri JBcl Ijorf is I (Church 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto, Michigan 49302 Sunday School................. 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship............. 11 00 a m. Evening Worship............. 6 00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting/ Children's Classes.........7:00 p.m. Royle Bailard, Pastor - 868-6437 - The Reorganized CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST of Latter Day Saints 8146 68lh Si near Whitneyville Ave. _ ____ Church School. Sunday.. ,10.00 a.m. Morning Worship 1100 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. Wed Fellowship 7 30 p.m. (in homes or church) call Pastor Lloyd DeVormer Sr. 897-7407 �The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml I July 19, 1994 I Page 5 Plainwell girl wanted loving home for her old friend Special pony joins new family at Kent Special Riding Program by Barbara (rail . Staff Writer ‘ Handy" will never lack for love and attention the rest of her life. Now a member of the Kent Special Riding Program fami ly of ponies and horses housed at the Caledonia farm of Lynn and Bill Schumacher. Handy will be enjoyed and hugged and loved by more than 30 physically challenged children and adults who gain a measure of independence and self esteem in learning to ride For 9 year-old Betsy Meier of Plainwell, the KSRP pro­ vided a perfect home for Han­ dy, the pony she has ridden all her life, but whom she has now outgrown. “She is a wonderful pony, but I was hardly riding her at all any more." said Betsy, who now has a new horse to ride in shows. “That wasn't really fair to her. and I wanted her to have a home where she would get ridden and get lots of attention. “But I wanted to know where she was going, and I wanted to be sure that the new owners wouldn't just sell her off to someone else Betsy's mother. Julia, said that the family knew about the Chcff Center in Kalamazoo, which also has a riding pro gram for the physically challenged But Handy, who is 24 “in people years.'' was too old for that program. Then, at a horse show in she talked about leaving Han­ Kent City, the Meiers saw a dy behind, her eyes were class of autistic children from suspiciously bright. Handy now is adapting to KSRP perform, and they im­ mediately looked into the pro­ her new home and is doing wonderfully, said KSRP gram as a place for Handy KSRP volunteers, who volunteer Julie Suwyn “We are using her in the always are seeking trained, good-natured horses and program already, and we are ponies for the program, were very pleased with her. She's a delighted to receive Betsy's great pony, and we really ap­ preciate what Betsy has done well-trained friend. “We have been looking for The Meiers, too. were pleased to find the kind of a pony this size for four years, so Handy is a very welcome home they wanted for Handy “These are kids who will addition. Suwyn said. She added that anyone who really ride Handy and use her all the time." said Julia has a gentle pony or horse, or who knows of someone like Meiers. In a special presentation at a Betsy, who is seeking a new July 9 benefit horse show for home for such an old friend, KSRP at the Lowell should call KSRP at 891-8066. fairgrounds. Betsy officially The program also can use parted with her old friend, handing the reins over to volunteers who will walk alongside the riders or help KSRP It was a bittersweet moment out in other ways at the farm. Previous experience with for her horses is helpful, but not “I’ll miss her." said Betsy necessary. Suwyn said. just before the presentation, Anyone interested in “but I know this will be the volunteering tune to the pro­ best for her. " Betsy held her poise gram also should call throughout, although when 891-8066 TK grad wins math award from GVSU Maggie James of Mid­ dleville has been named the outstanding graduating senior in mathematics from Grand Nine-year-old Betsy Meier, right, introduces her pony, Handy, to some young people who now will get to enjoy riding and caring for her. Betsy, a Plainwell fourth-grader, donated the pony to the Kent Special Riding Program during a special ceremony at a July 9 benefit horse show in Lowell. Jay VanderKolk and Carmen Jackson welcome Handy to the program, which is based in Caledonia. Come Eat Breakfast TERRY GEIGER ...with us... Saturday, July 23 Republican for State Representative 7:30 * 10:00 Leighton United Methodist Church Vote August 2nd in the Republican Primary 2nd Street & 142nd Avenue. Caledonia — west of Middleville Proceeeds to Building Fund A COMMITMENT TO US. Maggie James Valley Stale University. The award is presented an­ nually to the top graduating student in each major who has also maintained a minimum 3.5 grade point average. While a student at Grand Valley. James received a Grand Valley State University softball scholarship and a junior college transfer scholarship After graduation. James plans to pursue a master s degree in mathematics. She is a graduate of Tbomapple Kellogg High School. James was one of 1,333 students who received bac­ calaureate and master’s degrees at Grand Valley's spr- State Representative Bob Bender endorses Terry Geiger for state representative in Barry and Ionia counties. Commitment... Bob Bender knows that Terry Geiger has proven his commitment to our community. Terry has played an active role in many community organizations. Dedication... Bob Bender endorses Terry Geiger as the candidate who reflects the values of the majority of citizens in Barry and Ionia counties Terry has had a longtime dedication to improving the community Excellence... Bob Bender recognizes that Terry Geiger has the dedication to excellence that it takes to represent our community As a successful small businessman, Terry has the experience to tackle the issues that matter most. “Dedication, commitment, and just plain hard work. That's what Tern Geiger brings to the political process. I hope you will join me in supporting Terry Geiger in the Republican Primary on August 2nd." —Bob Bender State Representative fffPUBUGAA FOR STATE REPRESEhTTATTXSE Potd tor by Geiger lor Stole Representative. P O Box 88. Woodland, Ml 48897 0088 �Page 6 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I July 19, 1994 Todd Hoek selected in national search CHS grad will set the beat as drummer for ARC by Barbara Gall Staff Writer It’s not your typical gig. While "top 40” music is definitely part of the repetoire, along with the rock concert lights and sound ef­ fects, a tour as an ARC musi­ cian is not just getting down with the latest music. For Caledonia High School graduate Todd Hoek, the next 10 months with the Allegan­ based ARC Ministries will mean a chance to reach out to ocher young people through music, and try to help them make positive changes in their lives. Sound too “good” to be true? Maybe, but ARC’S music with a message has been sue cessfully presented to high schools, churches, juvenile detention homes and even prisons since 1979. ARC's bands are equally at home with rock and with sacred music. Hoek. who just graduated from CHS in June, has been selected to join one of the two ARC bands as its drummer for the next year. "I got interested when 1 saw ARC at the Caledonia High School Teen Institute last fall.” said Hoek, who has loved drumming since he began lessons in sixth grade. “After the performance, I went up to the drummer and asked him how he got into the group He told me a little about it and about how to apply ” Todd followed up with a call to ARC’s office in Allegan, and then filled out the threc-pagc application, which included references from a friend and his pastor In April, he sent in the ap­ plication along with the re­ quired demonstration tape, but knowing that the group received applications from around the country, he didn’t think he had much of a chance So. when ARC called his home shortly after his June 9 graduation, asking him to come for a personal inter­ view. Todd said he was thrilled A second interview took place July 6. along with a live audition in front of ARC's music director and some other ARC administrators. “We’re not looking just for musical ability,” explained Kristina Bain, an ad­ ministrative assistant for ARC who helps in the selection process “This is a ministry, so we do look at the applicant's walk with God. at his or her testimony and statement of faith that comes at the end of the application. ” Bam said that the very nature of the ARC program requires its musicians to have as much personal character as musical talent Knowing all this. Todd said that when he received the in­ vitation to return for the live audition and another inter­ view. he didn’t know whether to get his hopes up or not. UNSATIONS Your Area Tanning Center 891-4040 9790 Cherry Valley Road (M 37) OPEN Monday Frxliy 8 am to 8 pjnOpen «t 8 im Saturday Todd Hoek, a 1994 Caledonia High School graduate, has been accepted as a drummer with ARC, a ministry program that combines drama, media and music to convey to high school students around the country a variety of positive messages, including a campaign against substance abuse. “At that time, they gave me a chance to ask questions, too.” Hoek recalled with a smile. “I was getting pretty nervous about then, wonder mg just how I was doing and when I would know if I really might make it “So I asked them when I would know, and they kinda looked at each other and smil­ ed and said, ’Well, you have made it.’’ Todd, who says he is still walking around in a pleasant state of shock, now is prepar­ ing to leave Aug. 7 to begin his training and rehearsals at ARC’s home base in Allegan. For eight weeks, the group of 10 to 12 young musicians and technicians in “his” band not only will rehearse their music together, but also will be trained for the programs that make ARC different from Look Cool Summer Bring a friend and receive... $700 faff 11 Each Hair Cut (High School Age and Above!) WITH THIS AD • EXPIRES SEPTEMBER 1, 19<M 20%Off All Sebastian Products 698-1991 WITH THIS AD • EXPIRES SEPTEMBER 1, 1994 '/NtS'S Hair & Tanning / 4 U I’ll be playing the drums for all kinds of people, but best of all, this is a kind of youth evangelism, a way of bringing kids to Christ, or at least encouraging them to make better decisions about their lives... 55 — Todd Hoek other rock and even Christian rock bands. Their various multi-media programs convey messages on peer pressure, relationships, decision making, self esteem and the problems of substance abuse. ARC musicians, who range in ages from 18 to 25, therefore, get lessons in drama, speaking, and how to handle a crowd of teenagers. The two bands then will begin their tours in the Midwest, working their separate ways southward as the winter weather approaches. Todd said he is excited about the possibility that his group might even tour Australia. On the road, the young peo­ ple will stay with host families whenever possible. Other­ wise, they will stay in hotels and motels Each musician brings his or her own instrument, and must provide appropriate traveling cases for their instruments. For a drummer, all those cases are a big expense. “1 kinda envy the guitarists, and especially the vocalists when it comes to that category,” Todd said wistful­ ly, thinking of all the drums and cymbals he will have to safely stow in cases after each performance. But he said he feels that is probably a small price to pay for the experience that playing for ARC will provide. For him, he said, this is an ideal opportunity. “1 didn’t really know what I wanted to do or major in at college, and I really enjoy playing the drums,’’ he explained. “I’ve always kind of liked the drummers I’ve seen on TV, and I always thought that it would be fun to get to do something like that ” An active participant in the Peace Reformed Church youth group, Hoek said ARC’s combination of music and message seems perfect “I’ll be playing the drums for all kinds of people, but best of all, this is a kind of youth evangelism, a way of bringing kids to Christ, or at Prelect vSSs. Continued next page — !•% credit on transfer or renewal. 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"I’m riding the fence about what comes next,” he smiled. "Maybe I’d really like to keep playing the drums for a career, but I’m not sure. Right now, I’m thinking I’ll pro­ bably come home and start sch<x>l at (Grand Rapids) Community College.” For the moment, he is busy raising the $4,8(X) he will need to cover his share of the expenses for his year with ARC, which, in turn, takes care of all his travel, meals, insurance and wardrobe costs. He is kxiking for sponsors, and his church has said it will help with his fund-raising Anyone interested in sen­ ding some financial help Todd's way can mail a check made out to ARC Ministries, if the donation is to be tax deductible. Todd will get credit for the donation if his name is on the envelope. Checks should be sent to ARC Ministries, PO Box 181, Allegan Mich. 49010-0181 He and his parents, Dave (And everything in between.) "Our Policy is Service " 497 Arlington St. (M-37) Middleville, Ml 49333 C«M: 795-3302 or 8915208 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I July 19. 1994 I Page 7 Caledonia school bus mechanics first in state by Barbara Gall Staff Writer “Divide and conquer” pro­ ved to be the winning strategy for a three-man team of Caledonia school bus mechanics Andy Snyder. Bob Swartout and Bob Huizenga explained they had entered the first-ever trouble-shooting contest of­ fered this year at the statewide Mechanics Expo, sponsored annually by the Michigan Association for Pupil Transportation. In this contest, the one- to three-man teams competed in identifying problems on a school bus that would have been cited by state inspectors. Each team had its own bus to inspect, but all the buses had been rigged with identical inspection problems. The Caledonia team found seven of the 10 “defects” in the winning time of 11 minutes and 55 seconds. No team was able to find more than seven of the pro­ blems and the Caledonia mechanics won because thes found them quickest. “We divided the bus into three areas, with one of us taking the underneath, one the outside and one the inside, in­ stead of all three of us looking together." explained Snyder They correctly identified a missing gas cap seal, red and yellow side reflectors that had been switched, a non­ functioning front emergency door buzzer, missing adhesive bandages in the first aid kit, a loose seat bottom, a highbeam lights indicator that did not work and a missing brake clevis pin. Parents may be interested to know that without a brake clevis pm, the brakes on that side of the bus eventually would fail The winning mechanics team was awarded a check, which it put toward a a front­ alignment tool for the bus garage The trouble-shooting con­ test was only one event in the two-day event, which was held July 11-12 at Charlotte. Classes also were offered on a wide variety of maintenance topics, and the Caledonia mechanics said that they enjoyed a round table discussion with the State Police inspectors. “The idea is to promote teamwork between the State Police and the mechanics." they said. “After all. we’re working toward the same goal, the safe transportation of students." They noted that Michigan has one of the safest pupil transportation records among all the states Drummer continued------ —-----------------------------------and Linda, will be happy to answer any questions about his year with ARC They can be reached at 891-9911. or through Peace Reformed Church. Todd, who has never travel­ ed on his own for more than a week or two with the youth group, thinks he will gain a lot from his year with ARC. “I think this is going to be a great opportunity to travel, to see the world outside Caledonia and Michigan, and to get an idea. I hope, of what I might like to do with my life. “I also think my drumming will improve.” he added. “Everybody who knows me knows how much I like to entertain, to be in front of a crowd.” he said with a grin. “So 1 think I'm going to en­ joy the dramatic part of the ARC programs as much play­ ing the music.” Hoek. who received one of the 1994 CHS Drama Awards, has appeared in several school productions, including this year’s Grease and The Sound of Music. Besides his church ac­ tivities. which include several Caledonia Council seeks ZBA members Interested residents can ap­ ply to serve on the Caledonia Village Zoning Board of Appeals. Two seats are available on the ZBA. since both Norm Buer and George Grucz have moved out of the village. This board has the final say on any zoning issue, and can override decisions made by the Planning Commission and the Village Council. To be eligible to serve, the person must be a registered voter and a village resident. Anyone interested in apply­ ing should contact the clerk at 891-9384. STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY in the Caledonia Village outreach programs, and his dramatic experiences, he has played with the CHS Jazz Band, sung with the school vocal ensemble Choralaires. participated in Teen Institute and was a catcher for the CHS varsity baseball team. “Because we’re trying to reach high school-aged students through music and drama, we need our musicians to be people these students can relate to.” said Bain. “That’s why someone like Todd is perfect for us. He’s a musician, but someone who isn’t very different from most of the students we see on our tours. He’s about their age, plays sports and likes rock music and enjoys having fun. just like everyone else. “But he also demonstrates a strong moral character, he has a strong faith, and he wants to help other young people. “Those are the qualities ARC is looking for.” This team of Caledonia school bus mechanics recently took first place in a 'trouble-shooting' contest held at a state Mechanics' Expo. They searched a rigg­ ed bus and correctly identified in the shortest time the most defects' that would have been cited by state inspectors. From the left are Andy Snyder, Bob Swartout and Bob Huizenga. Douglas Smendik M.D. Coming August 1st Cherry Valley Family Care In Association with Dr. James Weatherhead and Pennock Hospital Full Time Family Practice Including Pediatrics, Obstetrics and Gynecology Dr. Smendik will begin seeing patients August 1, 1994 Cherry Valley Family Care FARM-INLAND MARINE WORKER’S COMPENSATION COMMERCIAL-LIABILITY' 490 Edwards St. • Middleville For more information or to schedule an appointment Call 795-4434 �Page 8 / The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / July 19, 1994 Middleville Community sale attracts big crowd Boxes of crafts and clothes, books, furniture, and almost everything im­ aginable drew a crows to this Middleville yard during the annual sale. Boys will be boys and these two wanted that dirt bike. They debate about what to do with the bike's owner and their parents. As people drove or walked by, 9-year-old Scott Brooks would make an appeal for someone to buy a used bike. Money from the bikes was going to help pay for the fair. Many of the title children got to ride the garage sale circuit. As the day pro­ gressed, many parents had the kids walk and used the wagons or strollers to carry their purchases. by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer If the number of cars parked along Middleville streets was any indication of the success of the annual yard sale, it must have been great. Moms pushed infants in strollers or pulled toddlers in wagons, other adults wore their hip-packs and came prepared to carry their treasures in plastic bags with handles, and senior citizens took time just to browse and hunt out the bargains. Those with something to sell also included the young and old, and the weather even cooperated. Several kids had set up tables offering thirsty shop­ pers tea or Kool Aid. Others had gathered things they no longer wanted and put them up for sale. Items include furniture. clothing, books, dolls, and just about everything im­ aginable, even new items. The Middleville United Methodist Women had sand­ wiches and other lunch goodies so that shoppers could pick up and cat on the run. By Sunday. Middleville s streets and yards had returned to normal until time for next year's big sale rolls around again. Yard saleing can be hot and tiring. So, 10-year-old Jill Huber (left) and 9-year-old Amanda Wood set up business with a variety of cold drinks. ri Big Sale! This is a pretty normal scene for Middleville residents who chose to set up a sale of their own. Shoppers arrived by car, bike, and foot. Kids like 9-year-old Billy Huff can always find bargains like this toy mini-cam at yard sales. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I July 19. 1994 I Page 9 July 23 carnival will open week’s activities Caledonia CRC plans Bible Tinies Festival by Barbara <>all Staff Writer Mini-dramas portraying five parables told by Jesus will highlight a Bible Times Festival planned for 6 to 8 p.m. each evening from July 25-29 at the Caledonia Chris­ tian Reformed Church. The glimpse into Bible times is open to all families in the Caledonia community. All events are free. Pastor Jerry Van Oyen said that this special week is dif­ ferent from the popular Bible Times Marketplace, which is usually planned for a summer Bible School program. “The festival is a program for the whole family, not just for kids," he said. “We do try to create a set­ ting of what Bible times were really like, but there will be activities for both the children and adults. The Rev. Van Oyen said he has worked with this program in other churches and likes the family concept. “We also would like to in­ Petition drive seeks light at M-37,84th St A petition drive is now under way in Caledonia Township to ask the Michigan Department of Transportation to install a traffic signal at M-37 and 84th Street. The new petition drive, led by Barbara Waite and her son, Frederick Fleischmann, seeks to remove what they call un­ safe traffic conditions at the busy intersection by providing a safe period for 84th Street traffic to cross M-37, and M-37 traffic to turn left onto 84th Street. Waite, recognized by the Caledonia ScIkmiI Board with a school letter “C” for a suc­ cessful drive three years ago to install the light at M-37 and Main Street in Caledonia, will be honorary chair of the drive. Caledonia School Bus Drivers provided critical support in that effort and will be encouraged to assist in this one. Fleischmann’s activitism in Caledonia also is well known. His efforts have included chartering the township, the light at Main and M-37, pass­ ing the new middle school millage. and support of and opposition to various tax pro­ posals. Most controversial was his ballot proposal to consolidate Caledonia's municipal governments this past spring “84th Street is now the ‘de facto* South Beltline in Kent County. It is forced to accom­ modate ever-increasing traffic loads beyond envisioned capacities. We have to make this intersection safe now,“ said Waite. “It’s obvious to everyone this intersection cannot wait for routine surveys and ac­ cidents to prove a light is needed.” said Fleischmann. “A light will make things a lot easier for our bus drivers, especially with the new and coming construction in that area. I’ll do everything I can to see it happen.” said Rich Overmire, director of transportation for Caledonia Schools. Petitions will be available to sign at local businesses and merchants into two weeks. * * Homeowners * Cash Fast * ‘ •1«t and 2nd Mort gape purchase or refinance • Home or Rental Property ' Stow Credit O.K. •Bill Coosottoanon etc. Test Easy ‘Call 24 Hours All Stale Mortgage 4 Finance Corp. 800-968-2221 Free Qualifying Appointment For Soft Water, Nothing Works Harder. Guaranteed? * MORTON termingle our church and other community families who might not attend the Christian Reformed Church.” he said. ‘We want to keep it light and fun as well as worthwhile." The week will begin with a free family carnival, set for 3:30 p.m Saturday. July 23. At 4:30 p.m.. a free supper will be served, followed by a showing of the film Jesus at 6 p.m. “For anyone who has not seen this popular film, it is supposed to be one of the most authentic ever made in por­ traying the life of Jesus.” Van Oyen said. On Monday. July 25. the week of evening activities gets under way. Each family will become members of one of the 13 tribes of Israel, and. dressed in the robes of the times, will participate in some friendly intertribal competition, as well as the crafts The pastor noted that 12 of the tribes will have their own tent, but the tribe of Levi, true to the Biblical account, will not have a tent Those assigned to that tribe will be the actors in the mini­ dramas. Actually, they will be the youth of the church, who will perform the plays, in costume and using live animals. They also will help with the crafts and games. According to the Old Testa­ ment. the tribe of Levi was not granted lands, but became the priests and caretakers of the temple. Each night will feature a play portraying one of the parables of Jesus, and each night also will bring a dif­ ferent Biblical ‘‘mystery guest” to the festival. Members of the tribes will be challenged to try to guess who the person is from what he or she wears and says, said Van Oyen. Refreshments will be served each evening, and crafts will include such appropriate ac­ tivities as making scrolls and baking unleavened bread. Participants also will get to see how the Bible would have looked in Jesus’ time, written in Hebrew or Greek In addition to the Bible time events will be special question and answer sessions each evening, just for adults. “This is not just for church members,” Van Oyen em­ phasized again. “These sessions are open to any who would like to discuss FASHION EYEWEAR on laboratory tests Water Conditioning Products Available at the... OPEN 24 HOURS A DAY • 7 DAYS A WEEK 554-9939 • Fresh Donuts and Coffee • Lunch Specials • Lotto — CLEAN RESTROOMS - Headline - Storyteller weaves tales for Freeport sum­ mer readers Local storytell Delores Dipp captivated her young audience last Wednesday morning with tales from the "old countries" as part of the summer reading pro gram. The Freeport library continues the Camp Read summer program with a movie and popcorn at the library at 10:30 a.m. tomorrow. Carol Jones Dwyer, J.D. ATTORNEY AT LAW EXPERIENCED i CONFIDENTIAL LEGAL ASSISTANCE GENERAL PRACTICE OF LAW INCLUDING Personal Injury Business Law Family Law Worker’s Compensation Government & Administrative Law Criminal Law Wills A Estate Planning Real Estate Employment No Charice For Initial Consultation Call 945-5050 Fax 945-3182 305 South Church, Hastings CHERRY VALLEY CAFE TQ ALL QF QUB VALUED CUSTOMERS: CHERRY VALLEY CAFE has decided that we must answer all of the questions and rumors about (he restaurant being sold. j 'f/ CHERRY VALLEY CAFE has NOT been sold and it WILL NOT be sold to another restaurant m Caledonia. CHERRY VALLEY CAFE is still owned by the same people who have owned it for the past 4 1/2 years. We will continue to own and operate CHERRY VALLEY CAFE in the future. CHERRY VALLEY CAFE fe moving to the Caledonia Plaza at 9800 Cherry VaHey S.E where we will have more room to serve you and extra space for special parties. Morton’ System Saver’ Pellets Remove Nearly Twice As Much SystemClogging Dirt .As Ordinary Salt.’ W.C. STORE TOTAL MART at M-37 and 68th Street some of these questions about Christianity." Monday's session will focus on the Bible, what it is and where it came from. Tuesday will provide a question and answer forum on "tough questions" of life. Wednesday will center on what the Bible says about salvation, and on Thursday the topic will be about whether to join a church. Friday's topic is how parents can answer their children's questions about God. Singing and a prayer will close each evening. The week’s activities will end with a special outdoor worship celebration at 6 p.m. Sunday. July 31. Any person or family who would like to attend is invited to call the church at 891-1512 to register, or simply come to any of the festival events, said Rev. Van Oyen. Anyone who would like to attend, but who lacks transportation, also should call the church. "We hope this will be an opportunity for community families to enjoy some even­ ings together,” said the pastor. “We plan to be outside as much as possible, but if it should rain, we have more than enough room for our pro­ gram inside the church. "I’d just like to emphasize that this is a program open to the community. We welcome all our neighbors and hope they’ll join us.” We appreciate all our loyal customers and hope you will visit us in our new location after July 28, 1994. Stop and see your choke is clear, — Richard J. Choryan, 0.D, DOCTOR OF OPTOMETRY iXJEitar Si Caledonta. Ml 891-9224 Until July 28 we are still serving at our old location in the D&W Shopping Center in Caledonia. Call us at 616/891-9480 if you haw any questions or wish to schedule a special party. ALL THE CHERRY VALLEY CAFE STAFF �Page 10 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / July 19, 1994 New Thornapple Kellogg School Board Trustees (from left) Dave Smith and Kim Selleck took some new member orientation via sattelite last Thursday. President Jan Siebesma decided to sit in on the training. New program helps 4-H members The Hastings Exchange Club has developed a new program to help 4-H members, giving them loans to help them with their 4-H livestock projects. Shown above is this year's recipient, Tyler Wenger with his 4-H beef project; and Dwight Newton, Exchange Club member; Jim Good, Extension Agriculture Agent; and Kathy Walters Surratt, Extension 4-H Youth Agent. Tyler is the son of Philip and Becky Wenger of Middleville. He is 9 years old and this is his first year as a member of the Middleville Clovers Livestock Club. New Design Full Service Family Hair Styling Salon Casualwear NEW! & Sportswear 4 TANNERS: 2 Booths & 2 Deluxe Beds NEW! Cotodonlo Village Center (M-37) • 891-9257 Phone 795-3345 for Sun & News Action Ads! TK dish system brings training seminar to Middleville by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer This signal had to travel about 44,000 miles, according to an expert. But the Sky School satellite system that was donated to the Thomapple Kellogg Schools by Middleville Tool and Die allowed new school board members the luxury of travel­ ing only to the administration office to take new member training. Kim Selleck and Dave Smith were just two of the members who watched the statewide broadcast from Michigan State University of the Michigan Association of School Boards’ new board member orientation. The program had a short video that talked about what it’s like to be a board member, and a panel discussion that allowed those in the audience to phone in questions. President Jan Siebesma sat in on the program as well, just out of curiosity. She explained that in the past, new members would travel to the Kent Intermediate School District office for orientation. ”1 thought it was awful han dy not to have to travel.’’ Siebesma said. The response from Selleck and Smith about both the orientation and the mtxic of training was positive, too "I think eventually that MASB will be putting more together to transmit to the various school boards.’’ Siebesma said — As Always, Walk-ins Are Welcome — Legion plans benefit spaghetti supper Auxiliary Unit No. 45, Lawrence J. Bauer American Legion Post, will hold a benefit spaghetti supper from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Saturday, July 30, at the post home to raise iunds to help Auxiliary member Marjorie Knuppenburg with medical expenses resulting from her battle with cancer. The dinner is open to the public. The menu will include all-you-can-eat spaghetti, salad, garlic bread, beverage and dessert. Marjorie and her husband, Budd Knuppenburg, moved to the area in 1991 and are building a new home near Head Lake. She and Budd became active members of the Lawsrence J. Bauer Legion Post No. 45 and the auxiliary unit soon after moving here. They both have spent many hours on Legion and Aux­ iliary projects and both hold offices in the respective organizations. The Knuppenburgs have five children, three sons and two daughters, and 12 grandchildren. In late 1993 and early 1994. Marjorie was diagnosed with inoperative lung cancer, which has spread to several other areas of her body. She has undergone radiation and chemotherapy treatments and is still receiving chemotherapy every three weeks. She has had several blood transfusions She is on continuous oxygen therapy and is receiving Hospice care. Marjorie is too young to receive Social Security payments and does not have Medicare "The expense of this long illness and ns treatment are horrendous and there is no im­ mediate relieve in site. This il- gredients or make a donation to the Knuppenburg Fund can do so by calling Shirley Neff, 945-3299, or Irene Cutchall, 945 2865 Legion member Joseph A. Beaudry is assisting the Aux iliary as Chef of the evening. Tickets may be purchased in advance from Auxiliary members and will be available at the door. W ater Gardening Marjorie Knuppenburg Water hlies, waler plants, goldfish and koi. Also installa­ tion of waterfalls and ponds Iness has depleted the family resources and put their lives on hold,” said Auxiliary member Joyce Weinbrecht. Anyone who wishes to con­ tribute to purchasing the in­ Apol’s Landscaping Company • iws-iojo ex call fix an appointment to visit our ponds and waler gardens al 9340 Kalamazoo. Caledonia Thornapple Roofing & Siding Vinyl Siding Replacement Windows Free Estimates Licensed Builder 795-2039 Hastings Chrysler PLYMOUTH • DODGE,- JEEP • EAGLE Office Help wanted Part Time Afternoons Apply at... 1455 West State Street �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I July 19. 1994 / Page 11 Post-season awards given to T-K soccer players With the recent selection of five players to the All­ Barry County girls soccer squad, the Middleville girls soccer team is receiving a little more recognition in the O-K Rainbow Conference. Post-season honors were awarded to several players on the Thornapple Kellogg squad. Named to the All­ conference team were senior forward Britt Haraburda. who had 10 goals this season, and junior sweeper Tara Titus who had one goal. Senior keeper Tracy Wieringa and senior mid­ fielder Kendra Weatherhead were given honorable men­ tion to the All-conference team. Those four, and sophomore striker Katie Polhemus. who scored 12 goals, were named to the All-county team. At the end-of-season ban­ quet. junior midfielder Kari Bustraan was selected as the most improved player and Caledonia woman advances at Heartwell Letterheads PRIN Business Cards Envelopes Brochures Wedding Invitations MORE j Ipr Quality Printing at Affordable Prices! Call 945-9554 or stop by ... 1952 N. Broadway (M-43) [ Heartwell Mortgage Cor­ poration has announced the promotion of Sue Teitsma of Caledonia to senior loan officer. Teitsma has been associated with Heartwell Mortgage Corporation for more than four years. “Ms. Teitsma’s promotion to senior loan officer evidences her high level pro­ fessionalism and experience in the field of mortgage finance.’' a spokesperson from Heartwell said “As a resident of Caledonia. Sue is better able to serve the needs of the real estate community of Hastings and the entire Barry County area.” Heartwell Mortgage Cor­ poration has been serving the Western Michigan area for almost a quarter of a century. As a full service lender, Heartwell provides a full ar­ ray of financing options, in­ cluding FHA. VA and con­ ventional mortgage programs. Phone 795-3345 for Sun & News ACTION ADS! 20% OFF Any Package Available Otter good thru July 30. 1994 — Massage Therapist Available — MIDDLEVILLE'S NEW FITNESS FACILITY We Offer Personalized Exercise Programs Kendra Weatherhead, left, and Tracy Wieringa were chosen as honorable mention to the All-O-K Rainbow team and Tara Titus, second from the left, and Britt Haraburda were chosen to the All-conference first team. Wieringa was chosen most valuable on the 1994 squad. The team, which was first formed a few years ago, made a strong showing against established teams in the Rainbow as it finished tied for second in the confer­ ence with a 9-7-2 record. The TK squad was one of three teams in the O-K Rain­ bow to make it to the district finals. Forest Hills Central and East grand Rapids also reached the finals. The final game of the sea­ son was a loss to Plainwell, a team which advanced to the state semi-finals, before bowing to Richland-Gull Lake. Courtesy of Steve Evans. Kari Bustraan, left, was selected by the TK soccer team as the most improved player and Tracy Wiennga was chosen as the most valuable on the squad Johncock Endorses Bill Cook Retired race car driver Gordon Johncock discusses cattle farming with candidate Bill Cook. Cook is seeking House Seat in the 87th District. *7 ask you to cast your vote on August 2nd for Bill Cook, the voice of reason. Cook is the smartest, most ethical person I know. There is no doubt in my mind that Lan­ sing can only improve after Bill gets there. Make Cook our next State Rep.; he's the best candidate we've ever had." — Gordon Johncock, Cattle Farmer Hastings Charter Twp. Stay Strong — Vote Cook on August 2 Paid for by Cook For Representative Comnuuee. 203 E. Slate Street. Hastings. Michigan 49058 �Page 12 / The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml / July 19, 1994 Protect your children’s eyes Cooking Corner Easy And Sophisticated Entertaining from danger this summer Tips To Help You As summer temperatures day." said Dr. Flohr. rise, so do the numbers of Flohr added. We don’t children with eye injuries. want to get parents worried “We call it trauma about this, kids don’t need season,” said Dr. Michael J. sunglasses to walk from the Flohr, of Thornapple car to the store. But for all­ Ophthalmology in Hastings day outdoor play with the Sunlight, chlorine, suntan family, it’s not unreasonable lotion, balls, lawn mowers, to recommend sunglasses and fishhooks, BBs. and even the hats for kids ” chalk used to line baseball UV light protection in fields all pose dangers to the sunglasses comes from a eyes, according to the chemical added to the leas to American Academy of absorb the rays, not from the Ophthalmology. darkness of the lens. There is "Children spend more ac­ no uniform labelling of tive time outside and are par­ sunglasses, so labels should ticularly vulnerable.” Dr. be examined carefully to in­ Flohr said. sure that lenses absorb 99 to Many pediatric 100 percent of UV radiation. ophthalmologists recommend Flohr suggests even sunglasses to protect against children wearing sunglasses UV light damage. Sunlight should be encouraged to also damage is thought to begin in wear a wide-bnm hat or cap. childhood and may contribute Boys suffer the majority of to cataract development in serious eye traumas, many adults. caused by BBs BBs shot from "There is data to support guns can cause hyphemas, the idea tht over the long where blood fills the inside of term, ultraviolet light may the eye. blocking the eye’s harm eyes. Therefore. I drainage system This can would recommend children lead to blindness, glaucoma wear sunglasses that block and other serious eye ultraviolet light, especially if conditioas. they will be outdoors all "Rocks also can cause a TOWING & -fT i RECOVERY NOFH (616)795-2200 • 24 Hour Emergency Dispatch Most major motor clubs accepted. • Unlock • Jump Start • Motorcycle • Flatbed 4 Wheel Drive • Emergency Tire Repair 507 Arlington (M-37) Middleville, Ml 49333 ‘We're Pulling For You” W" tremendous amount of damage to the eye. Parents mowing the lawn forget little kids toddle along after them, just the right height to catch kicked up gravel and twigs in the eye. The American Academy of Ophthalmology, the world's largest organization of medical eye doctors, offers further tips on keeping kids’ eyes safe during summer. • Avoid sunscreen irrita­ tion by having an adult apply these strong chemicals to the child’s face, steering clear of the eyes. If it gets in the eye, wash the eye with saline solu­ tion or tap water • Sand, baseball field liner chalk and other gritty substances cause comeal abra­ sions. or scratches, when they get in the eye. Children should not rub their eyes. In­ stead. wash the eye with saline solution, available in pharmacies and grocery stores. If the pain continues, go to the emergency room, or see an ophthalmologist • High chlorine levels in pools raise the pH. causing a slight chemical bum to the eye. Irritation can be treated by rinsing the eye with saline solution or tap water. • Pull-start cords on lawn mowers can whip the operator in the eye. Insist teenagers working in the yard with weed wackers and other power tools wear plastic goggles or sunglasses • Children with low vision in one eye need to shield their better eye during activities with protective lenses. Protec- Fair Week Specials! g PASSENGER TIRE SALE! W P155/80R13... P165/80R13... P185/80R13... P185/75R14... P205/75R14 . . 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The Polaner Test Kitchen has created these quick and easy recipes from ordinary ingredients that you’re likely to already have on hand and are perfect for last minute get-togethers. • Bottled barbecue sauce is perfect in a pinch but even better with a fruity twist. Combine equal amounts of barbecue sauce with your favorite Polaner' All Fruit' Spread­ able Fruit. Brush onto ribs during the last five minutes of grilling. • Strawberry Mustard Glaze is a golden, tangy addition to grilled chicken. Combine 1/2 cup Straw­ berry Polaner All Fruit, 2 tablespoons spicy brown mustard and 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder. Brush onto chicken during the last five minutes of grilling or use as a sauce for dipping. • Peachy Orange Glaze is a fruit lover’s delight. Combine 1/2 cup Peach Polaner All Fruit, 2 table­ spoons orange juice and 1/4 teaspoon curry for a light and fruity flavor. Brush onto chicken or pork chops during the last five minutes of grilling or Continued from third column tive lenses (and most children’s glasses) should be made out polycarbonate, the most shatter-resistant com­ mon lens material. Sporting goods stores carry polycar­ bonate goggles, and both sunglasses and prescription lenses are widely available in polycarbonate. An ophthalmologist can recom­ mend corrective eye wear for your child. For more information, call Dr. Flohr’s office at 945-3866. 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Serve with cut-up fruit. • A warm fruit top­ ping for ice cream is a delicious ending to a per­ fect dinner. Simply place 1 cup of your favorite Polaner All Fruit in a microwave safe contain­ er. Microwave on HIGH 30 seconds or until warm. Stir before serving. When time is a little more available the follow­ ing recipes are worth the extra effort. Sweet and Spicy Sauce has a subtle sweetness and mild heat that is excellent for chick­ en and ribs. For a more delicate sauce with pork or chicken. Peachy Ginger Sauce is a good choice. SWEET AND SPICY SAUCE The subtle sweet­ ness and mild heat is excellent for chicken and ribs. 2 tablespoons butter or margarine 1 medium onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 can (15 oz.) tomato sauce 2/3 cup cider vinegar 2/3cup Apricot Pol­ aner’ All Fruit* Spreadable Fruit In a large skillet saute onion and garlic in melted butter until tender, about five min­ utes. Add remaining ingredients, heat to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer 20 minutes or until thickened, stir­ ring occasionally. Brush onto ribs or chicken during last 5 minutes of grilling. Makes about 3 cups (enough for six pounds meat). PEACHY GINGER SAUCE Peach and ginger art' a must with chick­ en or pork. Brush onto chicken during the last 5 minutes of grilling. Ijar (10 oz.) Peach Polaner All Fruit* Spreadable Fruit 1 tablespoon soy sauce 2teaspoons dry rosemary’ 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger In a small saucepan combine ingredients. Cook on low stirring frequently until warm and smooth. Brush onto chicken or pork during last five min­ utes of grilling. Makes about 1 cup (enough for two pounds meat). FREE RECIPES For more recipes and tips to make your next gathering sizzle a “Grilling Made Easy” brochure from Polaner* All Fruit* is available. To receive your free copy <•;• 11 1 800*544*5680 or write to Polaner Nutrition and Education Services AHF-3DC, Five Giralda Farms, Madison, NJ 07940-0873. Dykstra’s Preferred Poured Walls, Inc. • Poured basement walls • Flatwork , • Farm work ’ ROB DYKSTRA, Owner 10698 Finkbeiner Rd., Middleville 795-7674 Striped Sunflower Call for Sun & News Action Ads BIRD FEED PHONE Caledonia Fanners Elevator 795-3345 20 % OFF 136 E. Main Street • Caledonia 891-8108 • Open 6 Davs a Week �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I July 19. 1994 I Page 13 $ SUMMER JOBS $ Packers of Quality Frozen Vegetables General Labor and Truck Drivers (Must have CDL) - ALL JOB SEEKERS • 16 & 17 Year Olds and Up Retirees and Housewives If You Need Extra $$ DAYS AND NIGHTS AVAILABLE ...need approximately mid-July and August Call 616/374-8837 for additional information. Apply Monday thru Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. TWIN CITY FOODS, INC. 1315 Sherman St., Lake Odessa, Ml E.OE. Phone 795-3345 for Sun & News Action-Ads! 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Scorching summertime temperatures and volatile air masses often result in the violent thunderstorms in­ dicative of this region. Sum­ mer storms are frequent and the lightning accompanying these rains can occur with little or no warning. Thunderstorms result from the powerful clash bet­ ween cool and warm weather masses. As varying charges of positive and negative energy build up during a storm, the result is a discharge of negative energy sent rushing toward the earth. As this downward force nears, positive chargs rise up to meet it. When the two opposing forces meet, they create a closed circuit. This completed ionized path to the ground creates the lightning flash. A bolt of lightning may carry up to 100 million volts of electricity. Marian Perkowski, com­ munications director of the Lightning Protection In­ stitute, a not-for-profit organization that promotes public awareness of the dangers of lightning and lightning safety issues, con­ cedes many of the lightningrelated deaths and injuries are needless and preven­ table. Keeping aware of changing weather conditions and knowing how to react to a storm can save lives. It is no coincidence many deaths and injuries occur at the beginning and end of storms when stray lightning bolts emerge from a virtual­ ly cloudless sky. Lightning is released from the edges of storm clouds and is often unexpected. According to Bob Ebaugh, a weather specialist for the National Weather Service, it is during the height of a storm, when the ram is overhead that most people seek shelter. At other limes people are often lulled into a false sense of security. The best way to avoid in­ jury is to be alert to oncom­ ing storms. Watch out for billowy, white-topped cumulonimbus clouds with darkened areas They appear threatening and should be taken senousiy Though it’s impossible to prevent lightn­ ing from striking, you can avoid dangerous situations. The Lightning Protection In­ stitute suggests following some basic guidelines: Upon the sighting of a thunderstorm, immediately seek shelter in a protected structure, one that is guard­ ed by a ligthning protection system which safely harnesses the energy of a strike, guiding and dissipating the electrical cur­ rent. Many public buildings are designed with certified, state-of-the-art lightning protection systems and many homeowners choose to pro­ tect property with these systems. If you find yourself in an unprotected building or home, it is important to avoid contact with electrical equipment and appliances and avoid standing near doors and w indows — try to remain in a center room until the storm passes. Do not at­ tempt to unplug appliances or televisions and computers during the storm and stay off the phone. Lightning can travel through phone lines and cause electrical shock! Also, avoid contact with bath tubs, sinks and faucets or other piping throughout the home. If you’re caught outside, avoid areas that are higher than the surrounding land­ scape. For anyone found near or in a body of water during a storm, the rule is to get as far from the water as possible. Lightning seeks the path of least resistance and water and metals are preferred targets. Vacate pool areas and avoid unprocted poolhouses or beach stands. Do not use a tree as shelter and avoid all metal and tall objects such as telephones, power lines and fences. Keep away from metal objects including bicycles, motorcycles and golf carts. If you’re with a group of people, spread out; the chances of attracting a bolt as a group increases. If you feel a tingling and your hair begins to stand on end. lightning may be about to strike! Immediately crouch down with your hands on your knees. Do not lie down or place your hands on the ground. Persons struck by lightn­ ing receive a severe elec­ trical shock and may also be burned. Victims carry no residual electrical charge and can be safety treated and handled. Even though a bolt may not be fatal, the millions of volts of electrici­ ty in a single strike can dangerously heat nerves and blood vessels, rupture ear­ drums. break bones, bum skin, damage the brain ami cause cataracts. A strike vic­ tim may be unconscious, breathing may stop, and the pulse may be weak or ab­ sent. If there is no breath, immediately begin CPR. For lightning strike vic­ tims acting only briefly stun­ ned or otherwise unhurt, take caution, they too may require special attention. Anyone affected by lightn­ ing should seek medical at tention immediately. For a free booklet on lightning and lightning safe­ ty tips, or information on lightning protection systems for the home, write: The Lightning Protection In­ stitute. 3365 N. Arlington Htd. Rd.. Suite J. Arlington Hts., III. 60004, or call 1-800-488-6864. HASTINGS CHRYSLER Plymouth • Dodge • Jeep • Eagle Sales Person Wanted Sell our exciting new cars, trucks and vans and used vehicles. Great pay (commission), good benefits with paid vacation. Sales experience preferred • but will train on the job. See Dave Ackett 1455 W. State St., Hastings. Their only competition is each other With over 20 exclusive features, our heavy-duty 400 Series tractors definitely stand alone. And with their low monthly NOTHING RUNS payments, they compete against each LIKE A DEERE* other for your attention as well. Jetoa Deere 425 JeH Deere 445 Jobe Deere 455 V-Twin, Liquid Coded 20 hp. 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South M-37, Hastings 945-9526 a �Page 14 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / July 19, 1994 Middleville Official Village Council Minutes “VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE VILLAGE OF MIDDLEVILLE NOTICE of PUBLIC HEARING The Village of Middleville Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider the following request: APPLICANT: Bradford White Corporation REQUEST: The applicant is requesting that a lot located just north of the Bradford White employees credit union be rezoned from the R 1, Single Family Residential zone, to the 1-1, Heavy Industrial district, in order to construct a parking lot for the use of employees The legal description of the lot is as follows: Commencing at the SE corner of said SW ’A of the NW '/«. said SE corner being S88 14’E, 1319.55 ft. along the E-W 'A line from the W ’A corner of said sec as previously established and shown on a survey recorded in Liber 1 of Surveys, on Pg. 40; thence N88 14’W, 33 ft. along said E W ’A line: thence N01 23’ E, 180 ft. along the W. line of Grand Rapids St to a point 84 ft. S of the NE corner of Lot 1. Block 86, said Keeler's Add (Block 86 of Keeler's Add. is part of a plat that has not been recorded); thence N88 14’ W, 231 ft. to the Point of beginning, thence N01 23’ E, 150 ft thence S 88 14’ E, 112 ft. to the Point of Beginning, containing 0.39 acres LOCATION: 180 feet north of Layfayette Street PUBLIC HEARING DATE: August 2, 1994 TIME: 7:00 p m. LOCATION: Middleville Village Hall, 100 E Main St., Middleville, Ml 49333 Interested persons who wish to present their views may do so by attending the public hearing, or by sending written comments to the village hall at the above address All information concerning this request may be reviewed at the Village Hall located at 100 E Main St, 8:00 a m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Village of Middleville Planning Commission Dated: 7/14/94 Council Minutes June 28. 1994 President Myers colled the meeting to order at 7.00 p.m. Present: Bray. French. Oliver, Schellinger. Stagroy. and VondenBerg Absent None. Guests: Terry Geiger and Joanne Emmons Minutes of the June 14. 1994 meeting were approved as amended with the correction of the spelling of empowered. Minutes of the June 20. 1994 special meeting were approved os amended with the spelling of whether Oliver, chairperson of Parks and Recreation Committee presented committees recom­ mendation concerning Christmas decorations. Oliver moved that Council spend $3,000.00 for new Christmas decorations for the Village Sup port by VondenBerg Ayes all. Corned President Myers received and acknowledged a book on the history of Oceana County and the Key to the City of Hart, presented to the Village of Mid­ dleville during Mayor Exchange Day Attorney Youngsma reviewed the insurance company AFLAC, and is preparing a resolution. Council and Manager Manshum reviewed the Manager s report. Discussion held conerning the publishing of Village property (ten acres). Will be published in The Grand Rapids Press, Hostings Bonner and The Sun and News. Joanne Emmons, State Senator introduced herself to Council. Terry Geiger, Republican State Representative. 87th District Candidate introduced himself to Council. Bray moved that Council enter into closed session at 7:42 p.m., for the purpose of evaluation of village employee. Support by Stagroy Roll coll Bray aye French aye, Oliver aye. Schell­ inger aye. Stagroy aye. JUNE 21, 1994 TO THE RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS OF YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN and OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS; VondenBerg aye, and Myers aye. Motion carried. Council returned to regular session at 9 02 p.m. Oliver moved that Council ap­ prove the additional expen­ diture of $120.00 of Village Employee clothing allowance, to date Support by VondenBerg Roll coll: Bray nay. French nay, Oliver aye Schellinger nay Stogray aye VondenBerg aye and Myers aye. Motion carried Manager Manshum updated Council on water extension line and hydrants along Grand Rapids Street With no further business. Oliver moved for adjournment Support by French. Ayes oil. Carried Meeting adjourned at 9:10 p.m. Cheryl Hooper. Village Clerk (7/19) MIDDLEVILLE Official Village Council Public Heanng June 30 1994 President Myers called the Public Hearing for Truth in Taxa­ tion to order at 7:00 p.m., to allow for Village resident com­ ments on the millage levied. Present: Bray. French. Oliver, Schellinger, and VondenBerg. Absent: Stagray. Guests: Linda French. With no further discussion, Bray moved the Public Hearing be closed, support by French. Ayes all. Carried. Public Hearing closed at 7:15 p.m. Cheryl Hooper. Village Clerk (7/19) Phone 795-3345 for Sun & News ActionAds! June 30 1994 President Myers called the special meeting to order at 7:15 p.m. Present: Bray, French. Oliver. Schellinger. and VondenBerg. Absent: Stogray Guests: Linda French. Mr. and Mrs Evans. President Myers colled the meeting to order for the purpose of discussion and consideration of three agenda items. French moved that Council adopt the resolution approving the levy of on additional millage rote from 11.35 mills to 11.71 mills for 1994 Village property taxes. Support by VondenBerg Roll call: Bray aye. French aye Oliver aye Schellinger aye. VondenBerg aye and Myers aye. Motion carried. Oliver moved that Council ap­ prove the contribution of an amount equal to. 2 mills of the General Fund property tax sewer fund of the 1994 tax bill­ ings with said contribution to be used solely for purpose sewer debt reduction Support by Bray Ayes all. Carried. French moved that Council ap­ prove the Resolution to adopt AFLAC employee medical in­ surance plan. Support by Bray. Roll call; Bray aye. French aye. Oliver aye Schellinger nay VondenBerg aye. and Myers aye Motion carried. Bob and Jan Evons presented to Council, concept concerning the dam in Middleville. Discus­ sion held. Bray moved that Council approve the Resolution in Support of the Concept of Mid­ dleville Hydro-Electric Dam Facility. Support by VondenBerg Roll coil: Bray aye. French aye Oliver aye Schellinger aye VondenBerg aye, and Myers aye. Motion carried. Discussion held- concerning the resolution of AFLAC insurance. With no further business Bray moved for adjournment. Support by Oliver. Ayes all. carried. Special Meeting adjourned at 8 30 p.m. Cheryl Hooper. Village Clerk (7/19) PHONE 945-9554 for Reminder ACTION-ADS 24-hrs.-7 days Charter Township of Caledonia Caleonia, Michigan 49316 “At the Growing Edge of Kent County" CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP BOARD — AGENDA — 1 Minutes Ju,Y 20> 1994 2. Bills 3. Building Inspector Report 4. Treasurers Report 5. Public Water Survey 6. Sterling Color Resolution 7. Wiersum Ordinance #94-9Z 2nd Reading 8. 457 Ordinance #94-3 ■ 2nd Reading 9. Future Growth Committee Report JO. Planning Commission Report 11. Escrow Account Resolution 12. Camera Purchase 13. Fee Schedule 14. Auditor 15. VerMeulen 16. Any Other Business That May Come Before The Board NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION — NOTICE — Date: JULY 21, 1994 Time: 7:30 P.M Place: Yankee Springs Township Hall 284 N. Briggs. Middleville, Ml 49333 Purpose: To consider request from David and Laurie Smith to rezone property on the north side of Willson Drive from Agricultural to Residential Low Density and to change the Master Plan. Legal Description: A parcel of approximately 2 94 acres located in Section 23, Town 3 North, Range 10 West, Yankee Springs Township, Barry County, Ml The western p rtion of Parcel #0816-023-012-35. Complete description available at Township Hall. Owner of Record: David C. and Laurie A. Smith To 244 Inca Drive S.W., Grand Rapids, 49548 Purpose To consider request from William Minch to rezone property at 1225 S. Briggs, Middleville, Ml from Rural Residential to Commercial and to change the Master Plan. Legal Description: A parcel of land in the Northeast 1/4 of Section 20, Town 3 North, Range 10 West, described as commencing at the Northeast comer of the Southwest 1/4 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 20, thence North 89 deg West 538 ft., thence South 18 ft, thence South 89 deg East 538 ft., thence North 81 ft. to the place of beginning Parcel #0816-020024-00 Owner of Record: William and Paula Minch 777 S Briggs Rd. Middleville, Ml 49333 Matenal pertaining to the above subjects may be examined at the township hall by ap­ pointment with the clerk. Yankee Springs Township will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary *ds rod services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed matenal being con sidered at the heanng upon five (5) days notice to the Yankee Springs Township Clerk Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Yaixee Spnngs Township Clerk by wntmg or calling the Clerk at the address or telephone numbe' listed herein. Harvey E. Vander Bee. Clerk Telephone 795-9091 (4Q2) Notice is hereby given that by order of the Village Council of the Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, sealed bids will be received un­ til 12 o’clock noon, August 23, 1994, at the office of the Village Clerk for certain real estate located in the Village of Middleville, Barry Coun­ ty, Michigan and described as follows: Part of the Southwest 1/4 of Sec. 23, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Thornapple Township, Barry Co., Michigan, described as Com­ mencing at the South 1/4 corner of said Sec. 23; thence North 89 degrees, 28 minutes, 31 seconds East 1305.78 feet along the South line of said Sec. 23 to the PLACE OF BEGINNING OF THIS DESCRIPTION; thence North 75 degrees 11 minutes, 54 seconds West 744.66 feet; thence North 08 degrees, 48 minutes, 56 seconds, East 660.00 feet to the center line of Main Street; thence South 80 degrees, 38 minutes, 27 seconds East 623.40 feet along said centerline of Main Street; thence South 00 degrees, 17 minutes, 06 seconds East 740.21 feet to the place of beginning. Subject to the right-of-way of State Road. Also subject to easements, restric­ tions, and right-of-way of record. Each bid must be accompanied by the certified check of the bidder for ten percent (10%) of the amount of the bid. No bids for less than $40,000 will be considered. Bids will be opened publicly at the time bidding is closed at the Village Councilroom and the property will be sold for cash to the high bidder. Checks of unsuccessful bidders will be returned within 48 hours after sale is made. THE VILLAGE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REJECT ANY OR ALL BIDS AND TO WAIVE ANY INFORMALITY IN THE BIDDING. Dated: June 28, 1994 Cheryl Hooper, Village Clerk (403) �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I July 19. 1994 I Page 15 national nutrition swvey Capitol Commentary By Sen. Dick Posthumus American* Have Healthy Attitude About Eating (NAPS1—Here’s some food for thought: Balance, variety and moderation are key to a healthy diet, say most Americans responding to a Gallup survey. Americans are very confident in their ability to select a healthy diet, say The American Dietetic Association (ADA) and the International Food Information Council (IFICh the survey sponsors. pers. magazines and television. Four in 10 adults say they seek out additional information when they hear or read conflicting nutrition reports. Americans’ healthy attitude extends to exercise, with 97 percent saying they believe physical activity is important to maintaining health. Recognizing that consumers may need help trans­ lating their nutrition knowledge into a healthy diet. ADA and IFIC have updated the brochure. “10 Tips to Healthy Eating " To order one free copy, send a self­ addressed stamped, business-size envelope to: 10 Tips. P.O. Box 1144, Rockville, MD 20850. ♦ ♦♦ Our names are labels, plainly printed on the For the past several weeks. I have been telling people how successful this past legislative session has been, pointing to our many accomplishments and the giants we have conquered. We not only addressed long-standing and elusive issues such as property tax and school finance reform, but we also tackled such issues as medical malpractice, no-fault automobile in­ surance and domestic violence reform. To say the least, it has been the most productive session 1 can remember As a result Govemot Engler has been busy signing several pieces of legislation, all of which has a direct impact on the lives of all Michigan citizens. So in order to catch you up on what has been signed into law. this column will provide a brief summary of some of these new statues. Pain Management — Last week, the governor signed a four-bill package of bills that recognizes important advances made in the health care profession. Designed to better inform patients, this new law will ensure the terminally ill have more options for pain and symptom management through education and hospice care. In fact, it requires health maintenance organizations to offer coverage for hospice care and mandates certain health profes­ sionals to participate in continuing education and complete courses in pain and symptom management Repayment of the Veterans Trust Fund — Under the general government budget for fiscal year 1994-95 — signed last week — the state will pay back $11.5 million it owes to the Veterans Trust Fund The state started borrowing from the fund in 1976. taking a total of $49 million. The state didn’t pay back the loan in full until we passed the budget this year. This action was essential, as the trust fund as providai finan­ cial assistance to needy veterans and their children since 1946. The Michigan Senate also passed a joint resolution that would offer state voters the opportunity to decide if the state can ever again dip into the trust fund. Senate Join Resolution U is in House committee. Home Invasion — The governor also signed into law a bill that recognizes the sanctity of someone’s home. This new law establishes two degrees of home invasion, which applies to breaking and entering into a home with the intent to commit larceny or a felony. Home invasion in the firt degree occurs when an invader is armed or someone is home during the break-in. Home invasion in the second degree occurs when the invader is unarmed or no one is home during the break-in. Both offenses warrant up to 15 and 20 years in prison and fines as high as $3,000 and $5,000. Sex Offenders — Those convicted of certain sex offenses must register with a local law enforcement agency under a four-bill package signed into law by Governor Engler. Michigan joins 32 other states that have registration requirements. The new law requires a sex offender living in Michigan for two weeks or more to register. This applies to both past and future convictions, whether in or outside of Michigan. The re­ quirement applies for 25 years following the first offense, and for life after a second conviction. This new law. combined with the anti-carjacking, truth-in­ sentencing and home invasion legislation, will help to make Michigan a safer place to live. If you have any questions about these new laws or others, please feel free to call my office in Lansing at (517) 373-0797. Knowing the law and how it impacts you and your family is important Reach over 7,000 area homes with an ACTION-AD! ! ! ! - NOTICE A test of the automatic tabulating equipment for Thornapple Township will be held on July 27, 1994 at the Township Office, 200 E. Main St., Middleville, 10:00 AM All programs to be used in the August 2, 1994 Primary Election will be tested at this time. The testing is open to the public. bottled essence of our past behavior. —Logan Pearsall Smith • Seventy-one percent have made changes regarding fat in their diets—up from 42 percent in 1990, when a similar survey was conducted. • Sixty percent agree that higher fat foods can be a part of a healthy diet when balanced with low fat choices—up from 56 percent in 1990. • Ninety-two percent know that controlling serving sizes of the foods they eat is important. • A majority believe that any food can fit into a healthy diet. • Most believe that what they eat may affect their future health For example, 80 percent believe that eating lots of fruits and vegetables can reduce your risk of cancer. Surprisingly, some nutrition misconceptions are quite common. Sixty-seven percent believe that there are “good' foods and “bad” foods, although experts advise that there are only “good” and “bad" diets. Also, 69 percent believe that all foods should contain less than 30 percent of calories from fat. The actual recom­ mendation of 30 percent of calories from fats is for the total diet, not individual foods. The survey found most people get information about food and nutrition from sources such as newspa­ Summary of Minutes CALEDONIA Village Council Regular Meeting July 11. 1994 The regular meeting of the Caledonia Village Council was called to order by the President at 7:00 p.m. with all members present except Moerland. Several guests were also present. Minutes of the last meeting and the financial report were approved as presented. Bills of the month were approved for payment. Reports were heard from VanLiere in regards to the Glen Valley project and from Wilcox about the SBR construction. Permission was given for the Caledonia Elementary School to make two driveway cuts on Dun­ can Lake Rood for a new driveway for buses Rodgers reported on storm damage. Johnson Street sewer project and street work. Street lighting for Glen Valley was discussed and Council will start paper work with Con­ sumers Power to provide power for this lighting. Motion by Kidder, seconded by Erskine to allow West Shore Engineering to drill a second monitoring well on South Street. Carried Approval was given for a 5K run to be sponsored by Calvary Church Committee reports were heard. Home Rule Village Com­ mittee meeting will be July 26. Neighborhood Watch training session will be August 1 Most of the temporary signs hove been removed Other items discussed were: possible street abandonment; sign removal storm sewers: Escrow account for Planning Commission expenses and the Metropolitan Development Blueprint The meeting was adjourned at 9 30 pm Jacqueline Cherry Village Oerk (7/19) Looking for a PRINTER? Call... Donna Kenyon, Clerk 945-9554 FACTORY JOBS AVAILABLE WILL TRAIN — Assembly, Plastic Injection. Stack/Pack Parts, Load Machines, Stock Picking and Many General Labor Jobs. EXPERIENCE NEEDED — Brake, Drill and/or Trim Press, Screw Machine Operators, Wood Boring, Router and/or Saw Operators, Band/Cut Off Saw and Custom Fabrication (Mig/Tig) Welding. Call for more information or apply 8:00 am.-4:00 p.m. weekdays with 2 pieces of I D PEOPLEMARK Aiwrku CoMvmporary Wbrii »orxe\ 507 36th St.. S.E. Grand Rapids (about 1 mile East of U.S. 131) (616) 245-6161 Equal Opportunity Employer CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN ELECTION NOTICE TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA: Notice is hereby given that a special election will be held in the Charter Township of Caledonia on August 2,1994, the same day as the August primary election, for the purpose of voting on the following proposals: PROPOSAL A SPECIAL MILLAGE PROPOSAL FOR TOWNSHIP EMERGENCY SERVICES, INCLUDING FIRE PROTECTION AND LAW ENFORCEMENT SERVICES SHALL AN INCREASE OF TWO (2) MILLS ON EACH DOLLAR ($2.00 ON EACH $1,000) OF STATE EQUALIZED VALUATION IN THE TAX RATE LIMITATION ON AD VALOREM PROPERTY TAXES WITHIN THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA, FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING FUNDS TO BE USED FOR TOWNSHIP EMERGENCY SERVICES, INCLUDING THE OPERATION OF THE TOWNSHIP FIRE DEPARTMENT, THE PURCHASE AND MAINTENANCE OF FIRE AND RESCUE MOTOR VEHICLES, APPARATUS AND EQUIPMENT, AND FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT SERVICES, BE APPROVED AND LEVIED FOR THE PERIOD OF 1994 THROUGH 1999, BOTH INCLUSIVE (SUCH INCREASE TO PROVIDE IN THE FIRST CALENDAR YEAR OF THE INCREASE AN ESTIMATED $368,000)? PROPOSAL B SPECIAL MILLAGE PROPOSAL FOR MAINTENANCE, CONSTRUCTION AND IMPROVEMENT OF ROADS AND FOR TOWNSHIP OPERATING PURPOSES SHALL AN INCREASE OF ONE-HALF (Vi) MILL ON EACH DOLLAR ($.50 ON EACH $1,000) OF STATE EQUALIZED VALUATION IN THE TAX RATE LIMITATION ON AD VALOREM PROPERTY TAXES WITHIN THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA, FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING FUNDS TO BE USED FOR THE MAINTENANCE, CON­ STRUCTION AND IMPROVEMENT OF ROADS IN THE TOWNSHIP, AND FOR TOWNSHIP OPERATING PURPOSES, BE APPROVED AND LEVIED FOR THE PERIOD OF 1994 THROUGH 1999, BOTH INCLU­ SIVE (SUCH INCREASE TO PROVIDE IN THE FIRST CALENDAR YEAR OF THE INCREASE AN ESTIMATED $92,000)? SPECIAL ELECTION FOR SUPERVISOR Notice is further given that the registered electors of the township shall elect a candidate to complete the unexpired term of the Township Supervisor on August 2, 1994. The following persons have been nominated for such office: Fred R. Fleischmann Thomas F. Garbow List of polling place locations: Precinct 1: Caledonia Township and Village Hall 250 Maple Street Precinct 2: Alaska Hall 7248 - 68th Street Precincet 3: Kettle Lake School 8451 Garbow Drive Patricia Snyder, Clerk Charter Township of Caledonia �Page 16 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I July 19, 1994 Call for Classifieds... PLACE YOUR ADVERTISING MESSAGE HERE • 795-3345 Rates: 5 words for $2.75 then IO* per word. It you pay in advance, you save 50* billing charge. Deadline is Friday at 4:00 p.m. Business Services BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Service*. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment BOAT DOCKS now stocking a complete line of Tommy Dock system. Durkee Lumber, Alto, 868-6026.__________________ COMPLETE LANDSCAP­ ING, top soil, sand, gravel, hauled and leveled. Retaining walls, relandscaping and new construction. We're Easy To Get A LAWN with. 891-1843. TRIPLE CHECK TAX AND ACCOUNTING SERVICE. 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Call 948-3623, M-F before 1:30pm or leave message. Week-ends any time. Garage Sale *2.00 OFF CHERRY VALLEY, BETWEEN 84th & 76th. Bedroom furniture, Home Inter­ iors, excercise equipment, July 21/22, 9-5._________________ GARAGE SALE July 21/22/23, 9-?, 8530 Dygert Dr. on Campbell Lake.__________ MOVING SALE, Sat/Sun., July 23/24, 9-3, building/ remodeling supplies, furniture, piano, Whitneyville to Garbow, North to 6133 Robertson, Middleville.________________ THURSDAY JULY 21ST 9-9, Friday 9-5. Saturday 9-9. Misc items, baby to adults, plus furni­ ture. 6850 McCords, M-37 to 84th St, east to McCords, north to sale. NOT VALID WITH ANY OTHER SPECIAL J Try Our New /Old Fashioneok I HUDSONVILLE^CHICKEN SANDWICH Hand Dipped j Try Our... 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(Matthew 25:35. 40) Many caring people work to end world hunger through Food for the Hungry, a non-profit charitabie organization that exists to feed the two hungers of the world: spir­ itual and physical. Every day. it responds to the cries for help in the very poorest countries of the world, where the need is greatest. While its help is offered to all. its members find their motivation and service example in the life and teaching of Jesus Christ, who Himself helped the hungry. Here are some ways that you can get involved to make a difference: • Sponsor a child through Food for the Hungry’s child sponsor­ ship program With your first gift, you take a step in ending hunger, begin­ ning with one child’s life • Serve with Food for the Hungry’s International Hunger Corps. 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Box 188 9790 CHERRY VALLEY, Hastings, Ml 49058_______ Soeoai Souces and ’90% foa Creese M-37 - CALEDONIA � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/704/SunandNews_1994-07-26.pdf 18a99d69ce7230dd8500060af660fcab PDF Text Text ’"- J _.. — ^/30/?g testings Public Horary 121 Church HASTIMG'fuStlC 111 TheSun unu News testings, HI. 49058 BULK RATI U.S. POSTAC1 Pennit No. 7 B Your Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas 124th Year No. 26 Middleville, Michigan 49333 I July 26, 1994 Two Republicans vie for township supervisor in Caledonia primary race bv Barbara Ciall Staff Writer Incumbent Tom Garbow will face a challenge from fellow Republican Fred Fleischmann in the Aug 2 primary, as both seek the Caledonia Township Super­ visor nomination No Democrats are running for the office, so unless a strong write-in campaign is mounted by another can­ didate. the primary race pro­ bably will determine who will serve as Caledonia Township’s supervisor for the next four years. Garbow was appointed by the Township Board last August to fill the supervisor's position after Jerry Good resigned the office only one year into his second term. Garbow now must run for election to fill the remainder of Good’s unexpired term. “I want to go ahead with the job because I’ve enjoyed it. and I’ve enjoyed the people I’ve worked with.” said Gar­ bow. who is a real estate broker in the area. “I wouldn’t run if I didn’t feel I've done the job and if I didn’t feel I could help the township. ”1 grew up here and lived here most of my life, and I really care about the area. I want to give something back to this community, and I think I’m the right person and this is the right time for me to serve in this job. ”1 have the time, and I am "Garbow is working with the Township Planning Commission to clarify ordinances and procedures with the goal of avoiding lawsuits from disappointed developers, ff willing to dedicate it to the work “ Garbow said that he feels his background as a developer is an advantage for the township because he can relate to both sides of develop­ ment issues in a fast-growing township. “I’m a resident here, but I also understand what developers need, and for that matter, what they don’t need. “But the township’s interest always will come before my own, and 1 think I’ve proven that in the past year.” Garbow said that after his Primary to decide issues, offices in Middleville by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Next Tuesday’s election is more than just a primary Voters in the Thornapple Kellogg schools will pare down the number of can­ didates running for office in the 87th State Representative District and the 23rd State Senate District as well as in races for seats on the Barry County Board of Commissioners. Another question faced by voters will be the extent of funding for the county-wide 9 I 1 program. 911 funding is the subject of two of four proposals that will be on the ballot for all of Barry County. Proposal No. I is a renewal of operational funds for 911 for a period of five years. 1995-1999 The rate for 1994 is .8852 mills which is estimated to raise up to $712,676.32 in 1995. Proposal No. 2 is asking for an additional *4 mill to enhance public safety com­ munication equipment The proposal is for up to four years, 1995 to 1998. and is expected to raise $201,275.51 in 1995. Proposals No. 3 and No. 4 are for millage renewal for senior citizen services. No. 3 is asking for renewal of .2213 mills for a period of ten years, 1995-2004. estimating the raising of $178,169.08. No. 4 is asking voters to allow the Headlee Override on this funding, which would generate an additional $23,106.43. The only County Board primary race in this area is in District 4, with incumbent Gordon Fuhr facing newcomer Jim Bailey. Both men are on the Republican ticket. There is no Democratic candidate for the seat, so, the See Middleville Primary. Page 3 Democrats offer choices for governor, U.S. Senate Caledonia primary ballot features several contests, millage request by Barbara Gall Caledonia voters of each major political party face choices in some, but not all. primary races next Tuesday. On the Republican side. Governor John Engler is unopposed in his primary bid for re-election. Other party leaders running unopposed in the primary are newly elected Third District Congressman TK School Board approves new superintendent’s contract by Margaret Fow ler Staff Writer The Thomapple Kellogg School Board approved the terms of a three-year contract for new Superintendent Jay Cason. Cason's annual salary was set at $76,000 through June 30. 1997 Since he will not start with the TK schools until Aug. 1. salary for the 1994-95 school year w ith be pro-rated His contract also includes the standard benefit package for other TK administrators and up to $2,000 for moving expenses, millage reimburse­ ment on school business, and reimbursement for “reasonable" expenses. Also during a meeting last Monday. the school board ap­ proval an increase in the millage reimbursement rate primary is likely to determine who wins. In the District 2 race. Republican incumbent Robert Wenger will face Democratic candidate John J. Loftus in the November general election. Republican incumbent Lew Newman of District 6 will face Democrat Cal Lamoreaux come November. The field of candidates run­ ning to fill the 87th District State Representative seat is from 25 cents per mile to 29 represented personnel salaries cents per mile, the amount to the Personnel Committee. allowed by the Internal — Approved sending board Revenue Service. members Rick Roth. Kim The board approved hiring Selleck and Dave Smith to another new teacher for the Michigan Association of district. School Boards training at Rojean Sprague will be Mackinac Island Aug 26-28. teaching seventh grade — Appointed Smith and language arts. Roth to the School Improve­ She is a 1993 graduate of ment and Curriculum Coun­ Grand Rapids Baptist College cil. with Wendy Romph as w ith a secondary teaching cer­ alternate Dan Parker will be tificate in social science and the legislative liaison English Romph was appointed as She did her student teaching MASB technology liaison and at Thomapple Kellogg, and serves as chairwoman for the has taught half time for one committee Roth was chosen year at Concord High School as alternate in Elkhan. Ind — Set other committee ap­ /ft other business, the pointments tentatively that schoo/ board: will be approved after con — OK'd membership for suiting with the new one year in the National superintendent before final School Board Association approval — Referred non­ Vem Ehlers, 31st District State Senator Dick Posthumus and Third District Kent Coun­ ty Commissioner Judy Harrison. However. Republicans will choose between Spencer Abraham and Ronna Romney to represent the party in the November election for the U.S. Senate seat formerly held by Democratic Senator Don Riegle. who decided not to seek re-election. The Republican voters of the state’s 72nd District also will choose between incum­ bent Walter DeLange and challenger Robert Bnelmaier. with the winner of that contest to face unopposed Democratic candidate Donald Reid. (See related story.) Locally, Caledonia's Republican voters will virtual­ ly elect a new township super­ visor as they cnoose between challenger Fred Fleischmann and incumbent Torn Garbow No Democrats filed for that position. (See related story.) Democrats will, however, have to choose between four gubernatorial primary can­ didates; Debbie Stabenow. Howard Wolpe, Lynn Johndahl and Larry Owen See Primary, Page 2 Tom Garbow appointment, the Township Board especially requested that he establish good com­ munications with residents. “So, I’m out there com­ municating with the people as much as possible.” he said He explained that he is try ing to respond as quickly as possible to residents’ calls and See Twp Supervisor. Page 2 Caledonia Twp. voters to decide two millage questions Aug. 2 by Barbara Gall Department, which presently Staff Writer operates on a $ 100,000 a year Caledonia Township voters budget. will choose more than just However, with new primary candidates in next development continuing in the Tuesday’s election. township, the volunteer Also on the local ballot will department needs to train be two six-year millage re- more firefighters, at a cost of quests, put before voters at the $3,000 to $5,000 each, recommendation of the Repairs to existing fire Caledonia citizens’ Future fighting equipment and an adGrowth Committee. ditional truck, estimated to The first is a two-mill levy cost $150,000, also would be that would be dedicated to covered by the emergency police and fire protection services millage. services. The township would like to Estimated to bring in about consider hiring a full-time $368,000, the two-mill person for the fire depart­ emergency services tax would went, and points to the future cover the cost of a Kent Coun- need for a substation in the ty Sheriffs car patroling the northeast section of the township for 16 hours each township. day. A second question on the In 1993, that service cost ballot is a half-mill request to $160,000 a year, and the help fund for road improve­ township anticipates that ment and township services, police protection will get Revenues would be divided more expensive in the future, between road improvement The township now is and township services, patrolled only by a district Caledonia Township now car, which also serves three operates on .7933 mill, and other townships. with the passage of Proposal Besides police protection. A, loses about $70,000 a year the two-mill revenues will fund the Caledonia Fire See Millage usaes. Page 2 In This Issue.... • Caledonia Twp. planners OK two business projects • Kentwood Excavation asks to rezone M-37 land for sand mining • TK curriculium director is on the job' • Longtime dies Yankee Springs resident �Page 2 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I July 26, 1994 TWP. SUPERVISOR, Irom front pageis looking into their concerns in a timefy mariner “I've been pleased with my contacts,” he added. “The people have been fair with me, and I with them. There really have been very few conflicts. 1 feel I've had good response from the residents and that we've got­ ten along well." He said he is working hard to maintain the township s rural heritage, and that while he wants to be fair to developers, he will not give in to rezoning demands that violate the township s master land use plan Garbow said he also is working with the Township Planning Commission to clarify ordinances and pro­ cedures with the goal of avoiding lawsuits from disap­ pointed developers. “We want to stay out of court, so we must continue to go back and look at or­ dinances that need work, like making our PUD ordinance more direct and enforceable,” he said. “As we grow, we also need to kxik at new planning con­ cepts that might work in Caledonia.” "My main goal as supervisor would be to pre-empt problems before they become problems. ’* —Fred Fleischmann Garbow said that with all the grow’h in the area, one of the best things the Township Board has done in the past year was to move its planner from part time to full time He said he “absolutely” supports the two-mill emergency services millage on the Aug. i ballot, and he hopes the residents also will approve a separate half-mill request to fund road im­ provements and township services. “The millage is very necessary for us. and does not bring in excess revenues over what we truly need. 1 can say that this Township Board is very prudent in how it spends PRIMARY ELECTION, The winner will face Engler in the November election The U.S Senate seat also attracted a host of Democratic candidates: Carl Marhnga. Lana Pollack. William Brodhead. Bob Carr. Joel Ferguson and John Kelly The winner will face either Abraham or Romney next fall Betsy Rory is running op­ posed in her bid for the Democratic nomination for the State Senate seat now held by Dick Posthumus. Al Rice is running unopposed on the Democratic ticket for 72nd District State Representative and probably will face the SORE FEET / ANKLES? r:- Assignment Accepted! Medicare, B.C.B.S., PPO, HMO Diabetics • Adult & Children Foot Problems iKENT PODIATRY * V w | | J S • Terrence J. Emiley, D.P.M. 612 Main Street in Caledonia Call...891-9133 I its money, and will be accountable. ” Garbow sees the expansion of the Campau-Kettie Lake sewer system as a top priority for the township He also lists road improve­ ment and planning for a public water system in the fastdeveloping northwest area of the township as two other vital issues. “It’s not fair to allow all that development in the 68th and 76th Street areas and not plan for public water.” he added “It’s much cheaper in the long run to plan for it than to do it after the fact, and the developers and property from front page winner of the DeLangeBrielmaier Republican primary James Turner is the lone Democrat running for Third District Kent County Com­ missioner and will face Har­ rison in November All voters will have the privilege of electing four judges to the Third District Court of Appeals, with 20 candidates running in the non­ partisan election. Caledonia voters also will decide two millage requests: one a two-mill levy for police and fire protection, the other a half-mill request for road im­ provements and township ser­ vices. (See related story.) infrastructure, no planning for He cited as an example the owners will benefit.” schools and parks or anything. need to plan for recreation Garbow said he hopes “If it's not planned, it’s facilities in the township, residents will turn out for the election and support the hard and expensive to go back stating that one guideline is to and do it. plan 20 acres of park for each millage proposals “We’re heading into a 1.000 residents. “We need police protec­ buzzsaw of development here, Using this formula, he said tion. we need to fund our fire department, we need to work and Caledonia right now is a the township presently would need about 140 acres of on roads and we need to pro- real nice place. ” Fleischmann also is a strong recreation area, but right now vide the necessary sen ices for our residents here in the supporter of the millage re­ has only about 78 acres set quests on the Aug. 2 ballot aside for that use township office. He pointed out that he is a He suggests the township “1 want to help see things member of the township s obtain recreation lands by proceed smoothly. I feel I'm Future Growth Committee, buying abandoned railroad just getting into the job. and I'd like to keep moving for­ which recommended the beds and land that comes up township seek the levy. for sale because of delinquent ward with it.” He noted that he has sup­ taxes. Garbow . who lives with his He also would encourage wife and three children at ported the idea of a dedicated 7420 Oakgrove Lane, is a millage for emergency ser­ rules requiring open spaces in vices for the last five years, new developments. Caledonia High School and backed the township's Fleischmann said he feels graduate. failed attempt to raise a two- his strong background in He attended Alma College and Grand Valley State mill levy for emergency ser­ customer service is an asset for him because he that is how University and has been in vices several years ago “1 also raised the problem he views the role of an elected real estate for the last 17 of the need for better funding official. years. Presently employed as a He said that with two jobs for township services when and a young family. he Caledonia was going through consultant in setting up com­ doesn't have the time to be ac­ the process of becoming a puter systems for area businesses. Fleischmann is a tive in many organizations charter township.” he said. However, while he agrees CHS and Calvin College right now. but supports the schools, AMBUCS and local with much of the work going graduate with a bachelor’s on in the township, he degree in English. He earned charities as much as possible. He does enjoy relaxing with believes officials presently are a second bachelor’s degree in addressing issues on a reac­ business from the University a round of golf, he added. Challenger Fred tionary basis rather than from of Maryland, and an MBA degree tn business and ac­ Flesichmann has decided to a long-term perspective. “I think individual (board) counting from Southern Il­ try a second time for the supervisor’s job on the members need to view the linois University. master plan as a five-year He also served four years in Republican ticket. He ran against former plan, rather than a 20-year the U.S. Air Force Before returning to the Supervisor Jerry Good in the plan. Things are taking place more rapidly than Caledonia area, he lived for 1992 primary. 17 years in Maryland, where He said he is running anticipated. ” He said he did not feel, for he worked primarily in because the Township Board is the only group that can instance, that the township customer service management and in several positions make the zoning and land use looked hard enough at the im changes that are necessary to pact the newly approved managing information ser­ mobile home park would have vices and coordinating prevent what he calls the business computer programs “ Kentwood-ization" of on Caledonia schools. He said he would work for with finance and accounting Caledonia. clear and consistent rules and departments “If we're going to prevent He is cubmastcr for Tnx>p that kind of development hap­ procedures, and believes that pening here, we need an ef­ developers should pay their 202, a member of the fective person in the super­ own way when it comes to Caledonia American Legion legal and township services. Post and the Rails for 1 rails visor's position," he said. “I also believe that elected organization. Fleischmann said he feels A patron of the Grand he has the right qualifications officials need to look out for for the job. He described the current residents, and not Rapids Art Museum, he also just always talk about future has been active in the effort to himself as oriented to the preserve the Caledonia Barber needs of the residents, active residents.” he added. “My main goal as super­ Sc h< m >1 in community projects and visor would be to pre-empt Fleischmann agrees with very concerned about taxes. Also a native of the problems before they become Garbow that residents need to get involved in their com Caledonia area, Fleischmann problems,” he emphasized. “I think the majority of the munity and vote. said that he has seen what can “The important thing is for happen to an area when problems our officials have development does not follow a had stems from having to the people to participate in make up the rules after the their local government,” he careful plan. said. “When we lived for a time fact. “We need to establish the Fleischmann and his wife in the Washington D.C. area, I saw what it is to lose a nice rules for growth and develop­ and their four children live at 9033 Foecke Drive. area to development with no ment, then enforce them. ” MILLAGE ISSUES, in administration fees for col­ lecting school taxes. The township also is losing about $6,000 per year as the state cuts back on revenue sharing. The half-mill levy would bring in about $92,000. but the township already is budgeting about $82,000 just for basic road maintenance and dust applications. Actually improving roads would boost those costs much higher. To resurface just one mile of paved road costs about $37,000 and to pave one mile of gravel road would cost the township about $137,500. This past year, the township moved its planner from pan time to full time, adding an additional $20,000 to the budget, and. at residents' re­ quests. increased its weekly office hours. Additional hours for the deputy clerk and the hiring of a deputy treasurer all were necessary to provide serv ices to the growing township population, officials say. The two-mill emergency service tax would cost the owner of a $100,000 home about $100 a year, and the half-mill levy would cost that same owner another $25 a year. “We believe that this is a small amount to pay for ser­ vices that will protect our families, our homes and our businesses,’’ commented Township Treasurer Ruth DeVries. “A growing population re­ quires additional staff hours if we’re going to provide our residents the efficient services they deserve,” added Township Supervisor Tom hJ page Garbow “Somehow we must get started on road improvement, which we cannot afford at our present funding level,” he said. “We hope our residents understand that we’re asking only enough to cover essential services,” emphasized Clerk Pat Snyder. “We don’t want to ask the people to pay any more taxes than absolutely necessary.” AFFORDABLE L. Family Dental Care Ronald B. Stegehuis, D.D.S. 891-1240 We welcome new patients. Please call for your appointment available Monday-Saturday. 9505 Cherry Valley Rd. Caledonia - on M-37 . in the new State Farm Bldg, just north of the light. ir. ' �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I July 26. 1994 / Page 3 Caledonia Twp.Planning Commission OKs two business projects by Barbara Gall Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Planning Commission last week recommended the Towrwhip Board approve pro­ jects submitted by two local businesses. The owners of Caledonia Rent All. 9818 Cherry Valley, earlier this year submitted plans for a new facility, to be constructed on vacant proper ty at 9800 Cherry Valley. Because the property lies in the M-37 corridor, the new development is coming in under a planned unit develop­ ment (PUD) rezoning applica tion, in accordance with township ordinance. The pro­ perty. however, is already zoned for commercial use Tom and Marlene Purdy, owners of Caledonia Rent All. have presented a site plan showing a new building with 20 parking places and an out­ door storage area. They have agreed to im­ prove the existing north drive on the property, and will upgrade the south drive, if and when the neighboring proper­ ty, which shares the drive, is redeveloped The ftirdys. who will be developing only the front por­ tion of the property for their rental business, have agreed that any future uses on the back portion also will comply with the commercial zone, and they will reserve enough land for a service road con necting their property with ad­ jacent lands. They also agreed that they will not renew the lease on the billboard now set up on the property. For now, the business will be serviced with a private water well and by public sanitary sewer, but will hook up to any future public systems that become available to the facility. Natural gas. electricity and telephone wires will be pro­ vided by underground connections Any future development on the property must be submit­ ted to the Planning Commis­ sion for approval There was no public com­ ment at a July 18 public hear­ ing held on the Rent All PUD. and the Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval for the project. Commissioner John Dieleman was not present for the vote. Another local business pro­ ject also received the commis­ sion’s recommendation. Gourmet Foods Interna tionai, 6605 Broadmoor, ap­ plied for an amendment to its PUD ordinance to allow a 5,000-square-foot addition to the existing commercial building on the property The revised plan shows ade quale parking and driveways for the remodeled building. All ocher aspects of the development will follow its original PUD ordinance, in­ cluding provision for a second 15,000 squarefoot building to be constructed at a future date. A public hearing, also held at the July 18 meeting, pro­ duced no public comment, and the commission vexed 5-1 to recommend approval for the PUD amendment. The “nay ” vote was cast by Scott Veiling, who was con cemed with allowing the Phase 11 building to remain at 15,000 square feet. Both projects were sent on to the Caledonia Township Board, which included a first reading of each at its July 20 meeting. The board will take action on the Commission’s recom­ mendations at the August Township Board meeting. Enjoy A Fabulous Vacation Getaway At One Of 4 Beautiful Resorts Nashville, TN Bay City, MI Minneapolis, MN BayValley THE MARQUETTE RESORT^HOTEL Toronto, Canada X HILTON How? Qualify and close your mortgage’ at State Bank of Caledonia during the months of August and September (‘Second mortgage and home equity loans are not included in this promotion.) 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The 23rd District for the Slate Senate has been re­ arranged and now includes Barry. Ionia. Isabella, Mecosta and Montcalm Counties. Joanne Emmons is the sit­ ting state senator and will be joined in the primary by two ocher Republican candidates. Craig Starkweather and Ted Gehrke The winner in this primary will face either Democrat Scott Manning or Steve Rose tn the November elect ion Thornapple is the only township in the TK school district with any other pro­ posals on the ballot The township is asking for renewal of one mill for fire protection for five years. 1995-1999 Estimated funds raised by the renewal is S93.OOO in 1995 Qtate MAIN OFFICE 627 East Main St. Caledonia, Ml (616) 891-8113 ALEDONIA DOCTOR OF OPTOMETRY 133 E Main St., Caledonia. Ml 891-9224 THE FIRST NAME IN COMMUNITY SERVICE BANKING DUTTON 2305 68th St. S.E. Dutton (616) 698-6337 All 3 Locations Open All Day Monday thru Friday and ’til Noon on Saturday MIDDLEVILLE 303 North Arlington Middleville, Ml (616) 795 3361 LENDER �Page 4 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / July 26, 1994 Neigh b ors with... NORMA VELDERMAN As you all know. Norma entered the Leader Dog Train­ ing School in Rochester July 10. Since we’ve collaborated on news in the past. Norma asked if I would transcribe tapes she would make of her experiences there and submit them as her news copy Her first tape came while I was away this past weekend, and the first few sentences didn’t get on tape — but here's her first visit. I just wish the printed word could convey the excitement and eagerness I hear in her voice. News from Leader Dog School “We didn’t really do much other than register and wait for the rest of the class to ar­ rive The lady from Spam didn’t arrive until Sunday night, so we really didn’t do anything Sunday. “Monday we started in. and I'm so fortunate Whoever sets us up paired us wonder­ fully for my roommate and I are much alike. She’s a school teacher as 1 was. She likes to get up eariy, so do I. It’s just weird the many ways we think alike We both like to walk, we re nervous, we can’t sit still It’s just wonderful to have someone almost like you. but better “This morning we had our first organizational meeting and were told the purpose of leader dogs, the history, its aims, and what we’re going to be doing each day. And I’m telling you. they have every minute of every day marked. We get up at 7 now until we get our dogs We eat at 8. 12. and 5 and have to be in bed at 11. It’s a dormitoy and has its rules. We can’t go out of the building because it’s too risky. Even when we have our dogs we have to go with a leader ‘ Then all w ho wanted had a tour of the place showing where all the different rooms are. For instance, they have a feed room for the back half of the dormitory where they get feed for their dogs. Then we trainer has five students. We will eat together and be together for all of the training. We happen to all be women. So the trainer is going to take us one at a time to show us on a one-to-one basis how we work with the harness and so on. then we will meet our dog. “There’s no free time. We start other classes at 12:45. Lessons at night are from 7 to 8:30 and we train the dogs at night. Tomorrow we’re going into Rochester. Here in the building there is a visual map of our area so we can learn ex­ actly where we are and where we go. because we have to take our dogs out. They have certain areas where they have to go to the bathroom. You can’t get up early in the morn­ ing and walk without your dog Once you get your dog. he never leaves you from then until you go home. It’s a very have a feed room because we re at the nonhem end. There is a chain in each room where our dogs will be put. because they’ll stay with us every minute after we get our animals “Both my roomate and I have diet problems, and the dietitians are just wonderful. You tell them what your pro­ blem is — “no problem at all." They made me my regular cereal and gave me all the things I need Johnny made me some muffins for me to bring, so I had them. Those of us with diet problems had an interview with the dietitian today if we wanted one. Some have sugar diabetes and other things, but between the dieti­ tians and the cooks, they’re so obliging, they’ll do most anything we want. “Now this afternoon we have a trainer coming. Each heavy training. It’s just wonderful the way they ’ve set everything up for us. “The leader dog area is a big dormitory of cement blocks. It used to be an old farm with orchards. It’s on 15 acres right in downtown Rochester. Tomorrow we will walk our dogs. Half of our group will go in the morning and the others in the after­ noon. So we work with our leader dogs, just beginning the things we need to know. From then on it’s very heavy , cons­ tant. and they all suggest things, watch us. to make sure everything is just right and that we’re doing everything we should. “I’d like to tell you about my roommate. Her name is Becky Cherry and she is from Marshall. Texas Her Lions Continued next page- LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church — Serving a Living Lord SUNDAY....... 9:45 a.m., 11:00 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY............................ Family Fellowship Prayer & Bible Study 7:00 p.m 7240 68th Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Rev. Brian F. Harrison Youth Pastor, Darrel L. Schrock Music, Jeffery C. Vander Heide CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A church with a caring heart for our community and the world" Sunday Services....... 9:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. M-37 at 100th St., Caledonia, Ml Church Office. (616) 891-1512 Rev. Gerald Van Oyen Al Tiemeyer Community Calling FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville Bruce N. Stewart, Pastor Lee Taylor, Assistant Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer Word of Life Clubs 9:45 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m. 6:45 p.m. 6:45 p.m. WELCOME TO CHRISTIAN REFORMED 6201 Whitneyville Avenue Sun. Morning Worship.......... 10:00 a.m. Evening Service..................... 6:00 p.m. Rev. Bernard Mulder, Pastor 868-6306 LEIGHTON UNITED METHODIST Gaines United Brethren Church Kalamazoo Avenue at 92nd Street Caledonia, Michigan Telephone 698-8252 Pastor Mark Beers LAKESIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Pastor Scott Taylor Reaching People With Christ 8:30 am to 9:30 am — First Worship Service 9:30 am to 9:45 am — Coffee Fellowship 9:45 am to 10 45 am — Sunday School 10:45 am to 11:00 am — Coffee Fellowship 11:00 am to 12 00 — Second Worship Service Nursery and Childrens Church will be provided during both services. "Set an example In speech in Hie, in low, in lath and in purity " 1 Timothy 4:12 CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Sunday Morning Worship (Interpreted for hearing impaired)............... 9:30 a m. Sunday School.......................................................... 11:10a.m. Sunday Evening Service............................................. 6:30p.m. Pioneer Club (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday..................... 6:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting - Wednesday...........................7:00 p.m. Youth fellowship - Sunday............................. 5:00 p.m. RAY TOWNSEND. Pastor TIM DOUBLESTEIN, Youth Director 708 West Main Street Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Morning Worship Service........... 10:00 a m. Sunday School............................ 11 15 a m. Evening Worship Service............ 6:00 p.m. Phone 891-9259 YOU ARE INVITED Saturday Evening Mass........................... 5:00 p.m. Rev Roger Timmerman. Pastor Sunday Mass..................... 9:00 a.m. A 11:00 a.m. KETTLE LAKE INDEPENDENT REFORMED Proclaiming the Histone Reformed Faith. MIDDLEVILLE and PARMELEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES 8546 Whitneyville Ave at 84th St •891-8661 111 Church Street and Jesus Christ s Lord" Services at 9:30 a m. and 6:00 p.m. Worshipping at Kettle Lake School on Whitneyville Rd. South of 68th Street Sunday School................................ <730 a m. Sunday Momng Worship..................... 10.30 a.m. Sunday Evening Worshf)....................... 6 00 p.m. Wea Midweek Prayer 4 Bi3te SKxJy...... 700 pm. Moor Doctor Pastor S&ejaaxr roulhPasSor Use jxner Music Dr. CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST "God Cares for You” Church School.................. 9:30 a.m. Choir Practice ................. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service.............. 10:30 a.m. 250 Vine Street Church Office 891-8669 Parsonage 891-8167 Rev. Bobby Dale Whitlock 795-3667 WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH The Church where everybody b somebody... Cornerstone Wesleyan Church Meeting at the Comer of Wood School Rd. and Wing Rd. Services — Sunday School Morning Worship . Evening Worship Pastor Jeffrey Let WOO am 1100 am 6 00 p.m. Phone 795-7076 Barrier Free • M-37 between Caledonia & Middleville Sunday Worship Services 8:30 or 11:00,6:00 Children’s Church/Youth Worship dunng morning services. Caraway Si puppet ministry for K4th during evening services Sunday School........................................ 9:45-10:45 Wednesday Night “Family Night”....... 6:45-8:15 Includes Adventure Club, Choirs for Children and Adult*, High School Youth Group and Adult Classes For information call: 891-8119 891-8028 MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED Rev. James Cusack Peace Reformed Church St. Paul Lutheran Kraft Ave. & 84th St., Caledonia, Ml. (Missouri Synod) "Be devoted to one another in brotherly love." Rom. 12:10 First Service..................................... 8:30 am. Sunday School................................ 9:45 am. (Fellowship Coffee 9:45 a m. to 10:00 am.) Bible Classes.................................. lOXXJam. Second Service.............................. 11:00 a.m. (All Services have a Nursery available) Rev. Robert Gerke Office. 891-8688 Church. 891-9878 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 12200 Chief Noonday Road (at Gun lake) Wayland, Michigan 49348 • 795-7903 Barrier Free / Programs for All Ages Sunday W ex ship 10.00 am Sunday School 11:15 am Wednesday “Family Night” 6:00 p.m. hupermg, Paum*. Rdnam, knful Parmelee Morning Worship......... 9 30 a m. Middleville Sunday School........... 9.45 a m. Middleville Worship.................... 11 00 a m. Rev. Lynn Wagner — 795-3798 Rev Carroll Fowler - 765-5316 Church Office Phone — 795-9266 ZEljc (Dirt ^rll|odist (Church 5590 Whitneyville Ave , S.E. Alto, Michigan 49302 Sunday School............... 10 00 a m. Morning Worship............ 11:00 a m Evening Worship............... 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting/ Children's Classes........ 7:00 p.m. Rtrvle Bailard, Pastor - 868-6437 - The Reorganized CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST of Latter Day Saints 8146 68th St near Whitneyville Ave Church School, Sunday.........................10:00 a.m. Morning Worship...... 11 00 a m MukJ5 Evening Worship 6 00pm it« Wed Fellowship....... 7:30 pm. —C) (in homes or church) call Pastor Lloyd DeVormer Sr. 897-7407 �The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml I July 26. 1994 I Page 5 Property owners say agricultural zoning obsolete Caledonia planners mull rezoning M-37 lands south of 1OOth Street by Barbara Gall Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Planning Commission faces some tough planning deci­ sions as it considers the re­ quest of several property owners to rezone more than 300 acre* of agricultural land adjoining M-37. Ten property owners, who own land on either side of M-37 between 100th and 108th streets, wrote to Township Planner Mark VanderPloeg in May. asking that the Planning Commission consider rezoning their pro­ perties to a commercial or some other more intense zone VanderPloeg said they stated that it is no longer reasonable or economically beneficial to consider those properties for agricultural use. The commission asked him to conduct a study of the area and prepare a report on how much land already is designated for commercial use in the township. VanderPloeg presented his findings at the July 18 meeting — The properties in ques­ tion comprise about 335 acres, presently zoned agricultural — Excluding those lands, the township has 750 acres already designated for present or future general commercial use. Of these acres, only 95 acres, or 13 percent, are presently used for general commercial purposes. — Another 715 acres are planned for office or similar uses, with only 90 acres, or 13 percent being so used. — A total of 260 acres are zoned for some kind of com­ mercial use other than general commercial, and only 38 per­ cent. or 100 acres, are being used for those commercial purposes — If the new acreage were added to the Genera) Com­ mercial zone, it would total about 1,100 acres, which far exceeds the guideline of .75 commercial acre per each I, 000 residents By 2010. Caledonia Township is pro­ jected to have a population of II. 500 people “In staffs opinion, there is no demonstrated need from a community planning perspec­ tive to provide additional lands for future general commercial use,’’ wrote VanderPloeg in his report to the commission “In fact, staff would sup­ port a movement to convert some general commercial lands back to less intensive uses.” He said that the acreage designated for office and local retail use also more than meets the standard of two acres per 1.000 residents. VanderPloeg reported that presently about 4.150 acres, or 18 percent of the township, presently are zoned agricultural Converting the acreage in question would reduce plann­ ed agricultural acreage to about 3.820 acres, or 16.5 percent of the township. MIDDLEVILLE NEIGHBORS, Club people sent her. She has lots of physical problems as well as an eye problem. She is an unusual teacher in that she has special children. She’s working on her doctorate. Some of her students have cerebral palsy, several in wheelchairs. One I remember was placed in a nursing home because his mother, nor anyone else, wanted him. So he as never played with, sat up, talked, walked or anything. She’s had to teach children how to walk, to sit, to talk because they have so many different disabilities. “She’s had the same children for nine years, and they get all kinds of equip­ ment for her — usually — HOMES OF THE WEEK — D1M1. CASCADE TWP. THORNAPPLE RIVER Caledonia Schools. Beautiful setting on Thornapple Rv. with 8T waterfront. 2 story walkout with 3 bedroom, 1 % bath & 2 fireplaces. Home Warranty & newer carpet & paint. Many extras. Call Patty, 792-9974. 31621. ALTO AREA Executive split ranch on 3 acres. Four bed­ rooms, 2 sets double sliders finished w/o basement to en­ closed porch. Also has covered deck off dining. 2 plus attach­ ed garage. Call 795-7933/ 891 1551. MH7M. MIDDLEVILLE Three bedroom 2 bath 16x80 1991 Commodore home. 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Middleville Road - Middleville 795-7933 891-1551 681-2834* lEj VanderPloeg said that while it is impossib’e to determine just how much land is needed to meet the agricultural needs of the area, he also believes that converting these 335 acres “will only increase the pressure to convert additional agricultrual planned acreage to other planning districts... “This conversion pressure would be compounded by the fact that this request seeks to break apart the large agricultural planning district located in the village vicinity south of 100th Street and west of Kraft Avenue This re­ quest would inflict a body blow to the integrity of this district." VanderPloeg also suggested that before any M-37 lands be converted to commercial uses, that a detailed traffic impact study be required. He also recommends a new study of the entire M-37 cor­ ridor in Caledonia Township. Don Oppenhuizen. one of the property owners who sign­ ed the original letter to VanderPloeg. said that the land owners are concerned about the high traffic count along M-37. He said that the traffic makes it almost impossible to get farm machinery on the highway, which is the only ac­ cess to those properties. He also pointed out that the property on the east side of the highway south of 100th Street is not good farm land and is laying idle He argued that it would be beneficial to the township’s from Page 4 whatever she wants because she’s doing a very unusual job of specially handling these severely handicapped people. “I couldn’t get my tape recorder to work, so Becky brought me over hers, but it was too good and I couldn’t operate it. She helped me get it going. She works with all kinds of tools, computers and electronic things all day. “Her town is small, about 30,000 with no transportation. She used to have to try to get someone to take her there and now has found a man who picks up other children and he will take her too. She gets to school at 7 a.m. and the students come from 8 until 4. She says some of the non­ handicapped kids come in the back door before school starts to play with her children, which is wonderful for them. Children don’t notice if another has a handicap — it’s the adults who spoil everything. “dur dormitory is nice, with two beds, and of course there are very few things on the floor because of the dogs, and for housekeeping pur­ poses too. Talking with some of the people here, some are coming back for their second dog. One boy loJ his dog. A girl had to have surgery, so the dog had to come back, and now she is getting retraining. "We art here from all over the United Slates, not just Michigan My roommate is from Texas, two or three are from Arizona, one is from North Dakota There’s the lady from Spain; one is from Howell. Mich . and one from Pennsylvania A scattering from all over. “It’s going to be a wonder­ ful challenge and I'm looking forward to when we get the dogs, and that s whai we re going to do this afternoon I guess that s ail for now “ to siring out commercial development along the highway?” asked Commis­ sion Chairman Dick Dunn. Oppenhuizen said the land owners were not “mamed" to some particular land use. but just wanted something more safety conscious and more beneficial to the township He said the property owners tax base to rezone the land to a high density use. “Some kind of a high densi­ ty use would seem a natural thing.” he said. Commissioners had plenty of questions about the request. "I see this as primary pro­ perty for a large retail use some day.'' commented Com­ missioner Jim Newhof. “Is it really good planning do not want a 250-foot “strip” development, but are thinking of areas of develop­ ment. with side roads leading off the highway and back into the properties No action was taken after the discussion, with the com­ mission planning further study and discussion on this request and possibly taking another look at the land use map. Kentwood Excavating asks to rezone M-37 land for sand mining The commissioners also want more information abmit the planned end use of the property Planner Mark VanderPloeg by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Kentwood Excavating Inc. has requested that its property at 8045 Broadmoor be rezon­ ed from agricultural to plann­ ed mineral removal (PMR) to allow sand mining on the land. The company also has ap­ plied for a PMR permit to allow the mining of about 200.000 cubic yards of sand for six to nine years, though it plans to have completed the work and restored the proper ty in six years. The company will mine the sand for its own use. not for commercial sale. Kentwood Excavating already has mined 12 acres in the front section of the proper­ ty. under an earlier special use permit. The proposed PMR land consists of 22 acres, but only about eight acres will make up the actual pit. Company officials said that when the work is completed, the grade of the land will match that of the Valley Point West commercial develop­ ment to the south. Kentwood Excavating also has purchased sewer capacity for the front portion of the parcel. Officials pointed out that M-37 can handle the weight of the sand trucks with no pro­ blem. but the Planning Com­ mission voiced concern with the trucks pulling out into M-37 traffic. will prepare a memo on the rezoning application for the commission’s next meeting Monday. Aug. I. Hope Church of the Brethren plans Vacation Bible School Hope Church of the Brethren. 14275 92nd St.. Freeport, is inviting people of all ages (adults included) from church and community alike to share in Vacation Bible School Monday-Friday. Aug. 8-12. Evening sessions will be held from 6:30 to 8 p.m., with a snack and refreshments period to follow. A school, featuring a theme of “Fruits of the Spirit,” will be offered. No registration’s asked in advance nor charge to those attending An offer ing. to be taken nightly, will be divided equally between Habitat for Humanity and assistance to refugees coming out of Rwanda Pastor Raymond Gaylord is directing the school and is assisted by many others. 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Newcomer Robert Brielmaier of Byron Center is challenging veteran legislator Walt Delange, also of Byron Center, who is seeking his seventh term in the legislature The 72nd District includes Byron, Caledonia. Cascade and Gaines townships and the city of Kentwood. Dcl^angc. who was first elected to the legislature in 1982, points in his campaign to the decrease in the state's budget deficit, the reduction of the property tax with the passage of Proposal A, more equity in funding for public schools and the recent passage of the Teacher Labor Negotia­ tions Act, which he helped sponsor. Delange serves on the Legislature’s Transportation. Labor, Mental Health and Local Government commit­ tees, and sees implementation of the school finance reform legislation (Proposal A) as one of the most critical issues now facing the legislature. He cites the improvement of the state's highway transpor­ tation system as another im­ mediate problem, along with his district’s concern with an increase in crime. To improve the state's highways, he said, would re­ quire a fuel tax increase, since that tax is the major source of funding for the highway system. * ‘The fuel tax is not keeping up with the costs,” he said. He said he believes that dealing with crime will re­ quire some innovative measures for both prevention and rehabilitation. “Twelve years ago, the at­ titude was Lock ’em up and throw the key away,'” he said. "Today, that is unaffor­ dable. We just don’t have the facilities or the resources to lock up every criminal. “We must create real penalties, and there must be swift justice, but we must look at ways to deal with crime without significantly increas­ ing costs.” Along with dealing with the crime problem. DeLange would like to see statewide funding of all circuit courts. Only Wayne County courts receive such funding now. Another issue he would like to see taken care of is com­ puterizing the voter registra­ tion system, which, he said the federal government will pay for. The so-called South Belt highway, which will run DeLange...wants to continue the 'positive changes' in Lansing and asks voters to support him as a pro-life, experienced and compassionate legislator. TERRY GEIGER Republican for State Representative A COMMITMENT TO US Terry Geiger - endorsed by the Michigan Farm Bureau Agri Pac. • Seventeen years family agricultural business, serving all of Michigan. • Helps farmers learn and develop new agricultural techniques and technologies. • Understands problems of small business — particularly agricultural business. • Has worked with the Legislature to understand and solve problems within the agricultural industry. ••Michigan Farm Bureau cited Terry Geiger as a friend of agriculture and recognizes his support for farms and his understanding of farm issues. ” —The Michigan Farm Bureau Agri Pac “Like every one else, my family relies on the efficiency of agriculture and the productivity of the American farmer. ” —Tern Geiger Vole August 2nd in the Republic on mmcry Poo tor tw G—ger tor Skm fMpi—ertiJ* « PO M ArooOona M 484^ through most of the 72nd District, now is at the point where it should be im­ plemented. he said. Traffic studies show the necessity for it. and the longer we wait, the more costly it becomes .” DeLange said the state is beginning the purchase of land for the highway , beginning at the east end. He said that he does not believe that the corridor for the highway should be moved farther south, as many, in­ cluding his opponent, suggest. ‘‘Usually, when you move such a highway out. “urban sprawl’ follows it. I don’t think we need to go out farther than the present route near 68th Street If we take the roadway out to IOOth. as some suggest, then we are taking all the development that accom­ panies a major highway out to IOOth Street, too “With its present route, the highway will achieve the goal of relieving the congestion on 44th Street and perhaps alleviate some of the burden on 28th Street as well.” Discussing another con­ troversial issue. De Lange said that the so-called * “anti­ strike" component of the Teacher Labor Negotiations Act gives school boards more control over what is happen­ ing in their own districts. Under this act, public school teachers who go out on strike will lose pay for each day they stay away from work. “There should be an economic disincentive for teachers to go out on strike," he said, defending the measure. “It’s not right that a teacher get paid for not working. A striking teacher should lose pay, just like a striking worker in any other business.” DeLange also said he believes that such issues as in­ surance are for the local school board to decide and should not be a negotiated measure. DeLange says he wants to continue the “positive changes” in Lansing, and asks voters to support him as a pro-life, experienced and compassionate legislator. A teacher in the Grandville Public Schools since 1970, Robert Brielmaier, DeLange’s challenger, outlin­ ed three major reasons he chose to run for the legislature. “First, I think Mr. DeLange is thinking like Lan­ sing instead of the people in his district,” Brielmaier said. "We voted for term limits in 1992, and 1 think perhaps DeLange has been in office too long, and that’s why he is not effectively representing the district. "Second. 1 oppose the loca­ tion of the South Belt I think it should be located farther south, around 100th Street, because its present route will be far too expensive. "Third. I dislike the direc­ tion the Republican party in this state is heading I’ve always associated the Republican Party with local control and common sense, but recent legislation takes away local control Bneltnaier sard the worst example of this is the passage of the Teacher Labor Negotia­ tions Act “’I'm not in favor of teacher strikes, but there must be in­ centive for the school board to bargain in good faith and set­ tle also This law provides a "I've always associated the Republican party with local control and common sense, but recent legislation takes away local control. h —Robert Brielmaier penalty only for teachers. “The board has no penalty for not acting in good faith, and teachers no longer have a recourse.” Brielmaier said he would like to keep the collective bargaining system as it was because “I want this process to be fair.” He said that he disliked Pro­ posal A because it, too, took away local monetary control of schools and gave that con­ trol to the state. “Local control leads to in­ novation and to positive changes in schools when they can work to meet the needs of their own communities,” he said. “When the state tries to mandate programs for all public schools, innovation is invariably lost.” He said that he did not believe Proposal A will solve the school funding problem, because it will not raise the needed revenues for the public schools, especially in a recession. He said he also disliked the legislation because the change in funding forced some formerly tax-rich districts to lay off teachers and cut programs. “I want to see all districts adequately funded, but I believe a district should be able to go to its voters to ask for additional revenues so that it can improve staffing and programs,” he said. “That is allowed on only a very limited basis under this legislation, so we’re seeing some excellent districts forced to cut back in the quality of their programs. ” Brielmaier also believes crime is a major issue, and said he personally favors capital punishment, not as a deterrent, but as a way "society can show its outrage or its refusal to accept certain kinds of conduct.” He believes, however, that capital punishment will be a ballot issue, not a legislative decision. He said he is opposed to abortion, except when the mother’s life is threatened, and he opposes assisted suicide, because there is no clear-cut place where the line can be drawn on when such assistance should be allowed. He would like to see the state put aside money in the good years, so that there will be adequate funds in the lean ones, and he also would favor welfare reform as a way to help balance the state’s budget. He said he believes the state could raise revenues also by taxing the pensions of state employees like it taxes the pensions of other workers, and he also would favor re­ examining the tax exemptions Citizen/ FOR CLASSIFIED ACTION ADS Call: 795-3345 New Design Full Service Family Hair Styling Salon Casual wear NEW! & Sportswear 4 TANNERS: 2 Booths & 2 Deluxe Beds NEW! Caledonia Village Center (M-37) • 891-9257 — As Always, Walk-ins Are Welcome — SUPERIOR PROTECTION FOR YOUR HOME^CJ MfSkMet w COMMmOR Our biggest concern is you. given to businesses. If additional revenues are needed by the state, property taxes may have to be raised, he said. He. too. would favor rais­ ing the state fuel tax to im­ prove state highways. “‘If we’re going to compete nationally, we must have our roads in good shape.” he pointed out Brielmaier said he offers the district his promise to work hard at the job and to keep in contact with the public "As a representative. I would encourage voters to contact me with concerns anil ideas I want to be visible and accessible to the people I serve.” Brielmaier said that he would try to attend municipal meetings in his district to stay in touch both with local of­ ficials and residents. “Even when the legislature is in session. Lansing isn't that far away.” he said. Brielmaier. who has taught English, history, debate and psychology, also is a volunteer arbitrator with the Better Business Bureau and a volunteer mediator with the Dispute Resolution Center of Western Michigan He holds a bachelor's degree in history from Mar quette University, and another bachelor's degree in psychology from Michigan State University. He earned a master’s in history from Cen tral Michigan University, and has done additional course work at Roosevelt University in Chicago. “I have training in distinguishing fact from opi nion, and I would use that in thinking through an issue or a bill,” he said. “I would put a great deal of hard work into this job, and I would want the people to recognize that I’m working for them.” If you’re looking for superior protection tor your home and property. then check out the Deluxe Homeowners package avadabte from Citizens Insurance Company. When you add the Deluxe Homeowners package to Citizens standard homeowners policy at a norrunal cost, you wfl enjoy additional coverages such as • Guaranteed Replacement Cost coverage for your home and its contents. • Extended Theft coverage • Extended Tree & Shrubbery Removal coverage • Fire Department Service Charge coverage Cafi your local rdependent Cibzens agent today for thedetads on the Deluxe Homeowners package and these valuable extra coverages J.L. Schwartz Insurance Agency ’ Our Policy is Service' 497 Arlington St (M-37) Middleville, Ml 49333 Call: 795-3302 or 891-8208 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I July 26. 1994 / Page 7 Ethel M. Polhemus I Obituaries HASTINGS - Ethel M. Polhemus, 91, formerly of Middleville passed away Tues­ day, July 19, 1994 at Tender­ care Hastings. She was born on April 18, 1903 at Middleville, the daughter of Clive and Minnie (Potts) Churchill. Ethel was raised in the Moe School District, Middleville and attended Middleville Schools and Barry County Normal. She was married to James R. Polhemus on September 23, 1922 at Marshall Michigan. Ethel was a life member of Middleville and Hastings O.E.S. and a Past Matron of Middleville Chapter >17 O.E.S. Alice Langkamp____________ Colburns of Caledonia celebrated 42nd anniversary Leon and Marian Colburn celebrated their 42nd wedding anniversary with a surprise pig roast and 96 family and friends come to celebrate this special occasion given by their children: Rick & Georgia McCurdy, Tom and Karen Burri and Ron and Lon Colburn. [engagement Harrison - Wickwire Jim and Emily Harrison of Middleville arc proud to an nouncc the engagement of their daughter. Julie Ann, to Trent IjiVera, son of Everett and Virginia Wickwire of Laingsbury Julie is a graduate of Thor­ napple Kellogg High School and Michigan State Univcrsi ty. She is currently working on her M B A. at Western Michigan University. Trent is a graduate of St. Johns High School, Graceland College of Lamoni, Iowa and received his M B A. from Western Michigan University. A September 1994 wedding is being planned. Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Benedict of Caledonia an­ nounce the engagement of their daughter. Jean Marie, to Andre Clare Grindle, son of Mr. and Mrs. Orlie Grindle, of Lowell. The bride-to-be graduated from Caledonia High School in 1991 The future groom graduated from Lowell High School in 1989 They both have attended Kent Skills Center. The couple will exchange wedding vows on August 20. 1994. GRAND RAPIDS - Jean T. Edgerle, 67 passed away July 17, 1994. Jean was born January 3, 1927 in Ionia County the daughter of Ira Briggs and Jessie Lowing Briggs. She was married to Robert Edgerle and resided at North­ brook SE, Grand Rapids. She was a homemaker. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Edger­ le in 1979. Surviving Mrs. Edgerle is Robert F. Edgerle, Ronald E. and Carrie Edgerle, Linda M. McCannon, Roger L. and Sandy Edgerle; five grandchil­ dren; one great-grandchild; two sisters and three brothers. Funeral services were held July 20 at DeVries Funeral Chapel, Kentwood with Reverend Peggy J. Adams officiating. Interment Holy Corners Cemetery. WAYLAND - Mrs, Frances Marion Holes, age 86, former­ ly of Middleville passed away Thursday, July 21, 1994 at Metropolitan Hospital, Grand Rapids. Mrs. Holes was bora May 8, 1908 the daughter of John and Myra (Dickson) Rose. She was raised in Spring Lake, attended and graduated from South High in Grand Rapids. She married George O. Holes on October 28, 1927 in Springport, Michigan. Mrs. Holes was employed at American Seating, Grand Rapids, Kesslers in Wayland, Baby Bliss in Middleville and retired from Steelcase. She was a member of Whit­ neyville Bible Church. She was an avid reader, enjoyed knitting, sewing and ALTO- Grace Bouwens, 92 passed away July 15, 1994 at Lowell Medical Care Center. She was bom April 30, 1902 in Blendon Township, Michi­ gan the daughter of Ren Post­ ma and Sarah Neal Postma. Grace married Cornelius Bouwens and resided at Morse Lake Road, Alto. She was a homemaker. She was preceded in death by her husband, Cornelius Bouwens in 1981. Survivors include, Seymour and Carol Bouwens, Freeport; Ruth Hollinghead, Alto; Jean crocheting. Mrs. Holes was preceded in death by her husband, George O. Holes, May 27,1979. She is survived by two sons; William E. (Alida) Holes of Wayland, James R. Holes; one daughter, Jackie (Charles Max) Bedford of Middleville; eight grandchildren, nine great grandchildren; one sister, Lina Koenn of Knox, Indiana. Graveside services were held Saturday at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Middleville, with Pastor Steve Jackson officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Charity of one’s choice. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Home, Middleville. and Chris Fahmi, Clarksville; Verne and Kenneth Goff, Lowell; Eunice Bouwens, Alto; 14 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; four great-great grandchildren; sisters, Ada Workman and Lena Koekkoek; brother. Martin Postma. Funeral services were held July 19, at Caledonia Funeral Chapel with Reverend Walter Winebrenner of Whitneyville Old Time Methodist Church officiating. Interment was at Whitneyville Cemetery. Little Lambs Co-op Pre-school ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS Classes offered for 3’s, 4’s or Young 5’s 891-1670 FOR COURT OF APPEALS is a three-year Bible Institute located in LaGrange. Wyo.. 55 miles north of Cheyenne. Its purpose is to prepare men and women for life and ministry. An invitation is extended to all in the community to attend. The church is located at 8546 Whitneyville. Alto. There is no admission charge. $ Credit Problems? Cash $ $ Problems? We can help. $ • Refinancing • Home Improvement • Debt Consolidation $ $ $ Grace Bouwens Jean T. Edgerle William a. forsyth Wyoming ensemble to sing $ Grant langkamp, Grand Prair­ ie, Texas; mother, Hattie Seif, Caledonia; sisters, Wilma Gaskins, Indianapolis, Thelma Seif, Grand Rapids; brother. John Seif, Jr., Caledonia. Funeral services were held July 20, at Caledonia United Methodist Church with Pastor Bobby Dale Whitlock officiating. Interment Dutton Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Inglewood United Methodist Church, Grand Prairie, Texas. Arrangements were made by Caledonia Funeral Chapel. Frances Marion Holes Benedict • Grindle The Voices of Praise, a music ensemble from Frontier School of the Bible will pre­ sent a program of sacred music at Whitneyville Bible Church. Sunday. July 31. at 10:30 a.m. In addition to the music. the program will include a short presentation about the school and a brief Bible message Frontier School of the Bible TEXAS - Alice Langkamp, 62 passed away July 16, 1994 in Grand Prairie, Texas. Alice was born March 26, 1932 in Grand Rapids. She was a resident of Grand Prairie for the last 13 years. Alice was employed for 22 years with Sears Roebuck in receiving. She was a member of Inglewood United Method­ ist Church in Grand Prairie, Texas. Surviving Alice is her husband of 43 years, Jim Lang­ kamp; children, Starlin Sher­ wood of Grand Rapids, John Langkamp, Arlington, Texas, Preceding her in death were her husband, James R. Polhe­ mus; a brother and sisters. Surviving are two daught­ ers, Ilene (Gerald) Rogers of Weidman, Donna (William) Hubbell Jr. of Hastings; one son, James C. Polhemus of Wellston; ten grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; one sister. Mary DeSmit of Middleville; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held July 22, at the Beeler Funeral Chapel with Reverend Stanley Finkbeiner officiating. Inter­ ment Mr. Hope Cemetery, Middleville. Memorial contributions may be made to a Charity of ones’ choice. A-One Mortgage Corp, 310 44th St.. S.W.. Wyoming, Ml 49548 1-800-870-2663 $ g $ $ $ CAREER CRIME FIGHTER • KENT COUNTY PROSECUTOR • 20 Years In Law Enforcement • PRESIDENT-ELECT Prosecuting Attorney’s Association Of Michigan • Experienced Trial Attorney • MEMBER - National Organization for Victims Assistance ENDORSED BY: Deputy Sheriff s Assoc, of Michigan Michigan Association of Police Police Officer’s Labor Council Part ior by the Commttee to Elect Forsyth Court at Appeals Judge VOTE FORSYTH FOR COURT OF APPEALS �Page 8 I The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml / July 26, 1994 New TK curriculum director is on the job by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Cheryl Allen has joined the Thornapple Kellogg ad­ ministration staff filling the newly created position of cur­ riculum director. Allen arrived from Wichita. Kansas, on the July 4 weekend and has been getting settled and getting acclimated to the district and area. In addition, she has spent much time organizing and coordinating materials, and checking into just where TK stands in terms of educational guidlelines and requirements, curriculum, and compliance with governmental regulations. “So far. my move has been a very positive thing.” she said. “I’m very anxious to get involved with the community and have the chance to talk to parents." Once administrators and staff get back into their buildings. Allen warns to meet with them, then frame both short and longrange cur­ riculum goals for the district “TK is in good shape in dealing with compliance issues." Allen said. She views her job as that of someone to guide and give direction for curriculum along with sharing resources, net working, and generally keep­ ing curriculum going in a positive direction. “People often think of cur­ riculum is a noun." Allen ex­ plained. "But, it isn't. Cur­ riculum is a process that is always evolving and we need to have our direction be that of moving from compliance to Letterheads lPRIN Business Cards Envelopes Brochures Wedding Invitations MORE I Quality Printing at Affordable Prices! Call 945-9554 or stop by ... 1952 N. Broadway (M-43) excellence." she said. That is part of what she sees her job being “The needs are always changing We need to be pro­ active. looking at the honzon. knowing what's out there and what's happening and blen­ ding all together.” she continued. • The staff and administra­ tion here have done an ex­ cellent job.” Allen said, “but. there is still more to do and that's my job.” Allen's experience includes being an middle school assis­ tant principal, university in­ structor and field coordinator, coordinator for economic education, high school intern­ ship program, and teaching specialist, along with several years of teaching She holds a doctorate in curriculum and instruction from the University of Kan­ sas. an educational specialist designation in educational ad­ ministration. master’s degrees in economic education and reading and a bachelor’s degree in elementary education. Alien has received several awards, grants, and fellowships including a Fulbright Seminar Fellow. She has also had articles published and has been in­ volved in several educational committees, including being the chairwoman of the University of Maryland Elementary Curriculum Na­ tional Committee. Allen is living in Grand Rapids until Gene, her hus­ band of nine years, retires a Cheryl Allen who is filling the new position of curriculum director at the Thor­ napple Kellogg Schools sorts through some of the free posters the district receives and determines which ones to send on to the teachers. from the Air Force international Guard in Kansas in December. The couple would like to find a home closer to the Middleville area. Allen enjoys reading and being outdoors, and loves to travel. i Cook Talks Shop With Senior Citizens Bill Cook receives support from many senior citizens at recent picnic. *7 think Bill Cook is the best candidate to represent us honestly and with heartfelt concern in Lansing. Bill understands Social Security, senior healthcare issues and the needs of all senior citizens. I'm voting for Bill on August 2nd." - Hazel Peck, AARP “As a senior citizen and AARP member, it’s important to me that our next state representative understands the issues we seniors face. I’ve talked to Bill and he does understand!" Bill Cook cares and will be an excellent watchdog for us in Lansing, Let’s stick together and vote for Bill Cook on August 2nd. ” — Louise Braden. AARP Stay Strong — Vote Cook on August 2 Paid for by Cook For Represenuine Committee. 203 E Suit Street. Hastings. Michigan 49058 How to keep annual flowers blooming Annuals are grown for their continuous color displays, however they need help to produce flowers throughout the entire summer Here are a few hints to keep your annual flowers blooming all season long. The best way to keep flowers blooming is by pro­ viding adequate moisture. Flower beds need a minimum of an inch of water per week. Containers may need watering every day or two. The main objective is to provide ade­ quate moisture so the plant can devote its energies to pro­ ducing foliage and blooms rather than repairing drought­ damaged roots. Overwatering also can cause plants to per­ form poorly. Plants kept too wet are susceptible to rotting diseases as well as some foliage diseases. Deadheading is another im­ portant task for continual flower production. Deadheading is the removal of spent flowers as soon as they decline. An annual flower has as its main goal in life to flower and set seed. If the flowers are removed before the plant has set seed, the plant continues to produce more flowers in hopes of com pieting its lifecycle. Deadheading dramatically im­ proves the appearance of the plant Some annual flowers, such as petunias, have a tendency to stop blooming by midsummer To bnng these plants back into flower, pinch the plants back abose a leaf node to encourage additional branching and new flower format ion Fertilization is another necessary element for good flowering. Avoid the use of high nitrogen fertilizers. In­ stead choose products that have a higher percentage of phosphorus. A 1:2:1 ratio will keep plants growing and flowering well. Fertilization is especially important for container-grown annuals since their root system cannot go out in search of nutrients. Be sure and follow label direc­ tions for rate and frequency of application. Keep an eye out for poten­ tial insect infestations that can reduce plant vigor and bloom. Aphids, spider mites, beetles, caterpillars and other insects can damage plants and reduce flowering potential. Identify the insect pest and control with the recommended insecticide. One final hint for keeping annual plants in continuous bloom is to make sure they arc growing in an appropriate See 'Flo*»rt on page 9 We May Be Able To Reduce Your Health Insurance Costs We Offer A Variety of Health Insurance Plans • Major Medical Plans • Short Term Major Medical Plan • Medicare Supplement For Individuals, Families and Employee Groups K American Community Mutual Insurance Company monwOhk* Mown* STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY Call us for a quote for all of your insurance needs. • Auto • Life • Health • Home • Business • Investment Caledonia Village Centre 9365 Cherry Valley Avenue Caledonia, Ml 49316 8919294 �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml I July 26. 1994 / Page 9 New TK superintendent starts August 1 by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer For the first time in 26 years as an educator. Jay Cason will not be meeting and greeting high* school students as they come to school on opening day. The reason is because he will be assuming duties Mon­ day. Aug I, as new superintendent for the Thor­ napple Kellogg School District in Middleville Cason, who was selected for the position by the board from more than 60candidates, has served as a high school principal for the last 17 years, with his most recent position at Grand Haven High School His contract with TK schools was finalized and ap­ proved just last Monday Between now and his of­ ficial starting date. Cason plans to spend a day or two per week to get things organized His plans for early August before most of the administra­ tion and faculty return include "spending time just driving the district." and meeting people “It’s easy to get caught up in doing things, but education is a people business." Cason said “You must be able to deal with people, and learn from them ." That is one of the keys for Cason in leading the school district without having the personal experience as a superintendent Additional course work and some of his lecturing has given Cason the chance to work directly with those who are superintendents. He makes those kind of in­ teractions part of his learning experience. Cason acknowledges that most of the time a superinten­ dent coming into a district such as TK would probably already have experience in a smaller district. But he believes that the time was right for him to make the move. “I feel both qualified and capable of being superinten dent of TK. otherwise. I wouldn’t have tossed my hat in the ring," Cason said. Jay Cason, new TK superintendent takes a look at the construction of the new press box at the stadium. New Thornapple Kellogg Superintendent Jay Cason wonders about what is waiting for him on his desk. He will not officially begin with TK until August 1. He intends to rely on resource people school ad­ ministrators particularly those in the elementary schools. "In all my years as an educator. I have always work­ ed with secondary schools." Cason explained. 1 have a lot to learn about working with the elementary grades But. I do know what good instruction is. regardless of the age. and 1 have served on committees that cover all ages." Cason's talents that im­ pressed the TK board were his drive and commitment to ex­ cellence. Every school he has been a part of has received both state and national honors in a number of areas. Those honors have been due directly to Cason’s positive influence. Board members choose Cason for the position after having visited Grand Haven High School where he is principal. Cason plans to have open house type forums where he can meet the district’s residents on a more personal basis. “Once the staff is in and school starts. I plan on spen­ ding a lot of time in the school buildings." he said. For now. Cason said he will Freeport library’s final summer program scheduled The Freeport Library will hold the last special program for the Camp Read summer reading tomorrow morning (Wednesday). Topic of the 10. 30 a.m. ses­ sion will be Scout Camping with Scout Patrick Doyle talk- Water Gardening Water lilies, water plants, goldfish and kot Also installa non of waterfalls and ponds Apol’s Landscaping Company • 69#-1030 or call far an appointment to v tsit our pends and water gardens M 9340 Katamuuo. Catedonu ing about camping equipment and insect identification. Children attending the pro­ gram are asked to bring an in­ sect in a plastic container. Flowers continued site. Plants that prefer a sun­ nier location will not bloom well if grow n under too much shade The same holds true for shade-loving plants. If grown in too much light, shade lovers will not perform well. (Adapted from Iowa State University Extension information.) In Loving Memory of LISA SUE PICKARD Forever young you will be and we send all our love to thee j We think about you everyday * and in our hearts you will £ always stay. commute hack and forth from his Grand Haven home. As it gets closer to time for school to open, he plans to have someplace closer to live temporarily. He and Harriet, his wife of 26 years, plan to begin look­ ing for a house in the area. Harriet is a branch manager at Old Kent Bank tn Grand Haven and has asked for a transfer. “Of course, we won't get another house until ours is sold.” Cason said. “This all happened so fast that we haven't had time to get everything taken care of yet." he explained. Cason was out west, leading a w hue water rafting excursion in Colorado when the board made their decision. He likes things that take him outdoors. Cason also loves to read and he “reads everything in sight " Harriet doesn't share his love of w hitewater rafting, but doesn't mind rafting on fiatwater. The couple both enjoy the theater They have two grown sons. Justin, who will be a sophomore this fall at Univer­ sity of Michigan, and Grant SEND A LADY TO LANSING The people of Barry and Ionia Counties need a strong uncom­ promising voice in the State Legislature. Someone who stands for principles, not politics as usual. Cathy has convictions about Right To Life, Educational Op­ portunities, Family Values, Business Development, and Less G overnment. Cathy has experience, as County Comissioner from 1984 to 1988, as Barry County United Way Executive Director from 1989 to 1994 and fighting for property rights as a Realtor for fifteen years. Cathy, a real Republican, can be your voice in District 87, Michigan House of Representatives. VOTE for CATHY WILLIAMSON Paid for by Cathy Williamson for State Representative. P O. Box 44. Middleville. MI 49333 — Dad. Mom, Molly. Tom. Haley. Brittany, ew. Shelly. Ashley. Erich, and Grandma �Page 10 / The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml / July 26. 1994 TK classes of 1932,1933,1934 and 1935 have reunion On July 16, the 1933 Class of Thomapplc Kellogg High School invited the classes of 1932, 1934, and 1935 to join them for a reunion at the Mid­ dle Villa for a noon luncheon. These four classes were the high school grup at the time of consolidation and when Mid­ dleville High School became known at Thomapple Kellogg High School following the large grant from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation Students entered the brand new high school structure (now known as the middle school) in the middle of the school year around the first of 1932. The reunion was a time for remembering and recounting favorite times Of special notice was the Class of 1934. which were celebrating its 60th year Mans who were unable to attend sent letters that were read and enjoyed by all. “As is always the case, we were all saddened by the pass­ ing of several of our members in the past year,” said Marge Williams, a member Out of state attendance in­ cluded several from Florida, one from South Carolina and one from Ohio The Middleville Class of 1933 (first row, from left) Moryon (Campbell) Sherk, Marion (Wieringa) Martin, Margery (Wieringa) Williams, Eleanor (Smith) Geukes; (second row) Geraldine (Stimson) Carpenter, Esther (Allen) Converse, David McKeown, Wilson Travis; (third row), Bill Standish, Ed Wieringa, Lucille (Smith) Gray and Larene (Thaler) Kaechele. The Middleville Class of 1935 (first row, from left) Vivian (Procter) Sherman. Florence (Bender) Dicker son, Edna (Schantz) Wood, Ruth (Willson) Shinivar; (second row) Edward Stafford, Wright Clifford, Henry Bivewyck and Lane Campbell. Ed Wieringa celebrates 80 yrs. The children of Ed Wier­ inga would like to invite fami­ ly and friends to a surprise birthday-open house in honor of his 80th birthday, on July 30th from 3-6 p.m. at the home of Paul and Sallie Wier­ inga. 3450 Engle Road, Middleville Call 948-8928 if you need directions. No gifts please. The Thornoppie Kellogg-Middleville Class of 1932 (from left, first row) Sam McKeown, Gertrude (Gaffin) Hior, Margaret Jackson Buddemlier, (second row) Gerald Williams, Jack Perry and Chet Geukes. Call the Sun and News today to place your classified ads The Middleville Class of 1934 (first row, from left) Marvel (Bixler) Campbell, Verna Griffith; (second row), Russell Palmer, Roberta (Shaw) Valentine, Beatrice (Finkbeiner) Hooker and Mary (Willson) Kaiser. Dennis McKelvey REPUBLICAN for STATE REPRESENTATIVE 87th DISTRICT • Lifetime resident of Barry County • Hostings High School Graduate • Children ore Lakewood High School Graduates • College Graduate • Spent two years in U.S. Army • Farmer • Devoted Husband. Father and Grandfather • Former 4-H Member, Leader, Teacher • Former First Aid Instructor with the American Red Cross • Spent four years on the Board of Directors, BIRCH Fire Department • Twice elected Township Supervisor • Post member of the Michigan Townships Association • Post member of the Barry County Supervisors Association • 19 years Supervising in Industry • State of Michigan Certified Assessor Level III • Member of the Michigan Assessors Association • Member of the Kent County Assessors Associo tion • Member of the Mid Michigan Assessors Association • Post member of the Ringo Swingos Square Dance Club • President of the Michigan TwoSteppers • Leisure activities include golfing, fishing, comping and dancing TK grad on list at Kalamazoo College Corey Dean of Freeport was one of nearly 250 students named to the Kalamazoo College dean's list for the last academic quarter. To achieve the honor, students must earn a 3.5 grade point average, or above, on a scale of 4.0. Dean, a senior, is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Alan R Dean, 3705 Ixkcit Road, b 4 graduate of Thornapple Kellogg School. Publishers of Experienced Dedicated Qualified Concerned "Michigan must continue to move forward, sensibly and realistically Help see to it that it does Let your voice not that of special interests, be heard. Vote for a man experienced in local government, dedicated to effective educational reform qualified to lead, and concerned for the future Hastings Reminder Hasbngs Banner Hastngs Weekender Community Advisor Marsha# Battle Creek Shopper News Lakewood News Middteviile/Caledonia Sun & News Maple Valley News PLACE A CLASSIFIED 24 HOURS-A-DAY 7 DAYS-A-WEEK 948-4450 VOTE for DENNIS McKELVEY.” W *• CwMMMe » (ten t>*»w Smn ■> i >«». Soto twini <» i<—MOM FOR COUNTY COMMISSION YOU’VE HEARD THE REST — NOW VOTE THE BES1 DISTRICT # DISTRICT # 1 LINDA WATSON 4 JIM BAILEY 5 TIM BURD 6 LEW NEWMAN 7 EMMETT HARRINGTON 8 ROD GOBEL Paid for by Committee to Elect Good Government 1871 Iroquois Trail, Hastings, Ml 49058 A Chosen for all-Star team Erin Osgerby, a 13-year-old pitcher from Caledonia has been chosen to the Kelloggsville Senior Little League Allstar Team for girts 13- to 15-years old Osgerby played in 10 regular-season and two tournament games before her selection to the team. She was a first round choice by the coaches to the All-star team The team is currently involved with tournament play with other All-star teams from surrounding counties HASTINGS CHRYSLER Plymouth • Dodge • Jeep * Eagle Sales Person Wanted Sell our exciting new cars, trucks and vans and used vehicles. Great pay (commission), good benefits with paid vacation. Sales experience preferred • but will train on the job. See Dave Ackett 1455 W. State St., Hastings. �The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml / July 26. 1994 / Page 11 Kent County Youth Fair opens August 6 in Lowell Kent County 4-Hers and FFA members are br-ping for “fak-ly” good weather August 6-13, as their annual youth fair gets underway at the Lowell Fairgrounds The theme of this year’s fair is “...A Youth Adventure," and visitors to the fair can en­ joy watching young people of all ages undertake the adven­ ture of displaying to the public a year of hard work. While food booths, carnival rides and some evening enter­ tainment will provide the usual fair atmosphere, this week-long event focuses on the accomplishments of young people from all areas of Kent County. Prime livestock, horseman­ ship. craft skills, leadership and individual talent all will be on display and up for judg­ ing during the fair. The canine contingent will open the fair at 9:30 a m., Saturday, August 6, with dog showmanship and obedience events Non-livestock exhibits and teen leadership also will be judged that day. beginning at 10 a m. The official flag-raising ceremony will highlight Sun day’s activities, followed by a 6 p.m gospel music concert presented by "Majesty." On Monday. Aug 6, the day sponsored by Fox 17 WX Ml. the fair gets under full steam with the beginning of horse judging and the arrival of livestock. At 2 p.m.. Fox 17 will host its annual Field Day. and at 5 p.m.. carnival ndes will light up the fairgrounds as they open for business. The Parade of Horse Clubs will step out at 7 p.m. and this year's Royal Court will be presented. On Tuesday, Senior Citizens Day. events will be sponsored by King Milling Company, and livestock judg­ ing will get underway with horses, swine, beef up for scrutiny. The annual Youth Variety Show will begin at 6:30 p.m.. and the day will close with an 8:30 p.m. down home con­ cert by a bluegrass band at the fair stage. Wednesday is Agriculture Day at the fair, sonsored by the Kent County Farm Bureau. Livestock judging will continue, with more horse events, poultry, sheep and rabbits judged in the mor­ ning. and the annual livestock auction highlighting the evening. The auction, which begins at 5:30 p.m.. provides some of the big moments of the year for the 4-Hcrs, who will see how much their hard work raising a prize animal actually pays off. For fair visitors and par­ ticipants alike, a visit by the West Michigan Whitecaps baseball team will provide some fun Wednesday after­ noon. as the team arrives for a noon autograph session. Besides the auction, the an­ nual Youth Variety Show at 6:30 p.m.. the 7 p.m. dog agility judging, a 7:30 p.m. ice cream social and an 8 p.m. appearance bv D.J. the Clown will make Wednesday evening one of the most interesting of the fair week. Thursday at the fair is spon­ sored jointly this year by Caledonia Auto Parts and Ed’s Body Shop of Caledonia. Judging will continue in the animal exhibits and in the horse arena, but a 1 p.m. Ag Olympics contest and the 3:30 p.m. Baby Olympics will pro­ vide some extra fun. At 8 p.m., WCUZ radio’s Karen Vanee and Susie Fair will host a country dance line. On Friday. Spartan Stores will sponsor the Handicapable Day, featuring carnival ac­ tivities for special needs residents all afternoon and special activities for those par­ ticipants at I p.m. WCUZ radio and Farrows Music will provide "Country Karoakc" at the stage from 7-10 p.m. Saturday. Aug. 13. is the Lowell McDonalds Kids' Day at the fair, and will feature a pet parade at 10 a.m. and Professor Tegge's Circus Clown Revue at noon. For interested buyers, the dairy beef feeder steer sale will begin at 10 a.m. Rabbits, CIUTY YUUJi 199^ W' Kent County Youth Fair participants will be displaying the results of a year of work raising animals, developing showmanship skills, learning crofts and honing their leadership abilities. Last year, Troy Bowman of Caledonia achieved one of the crown jewels of the fair by winning the Senior Showmanship Sweepstakes. (File photo) exhibition chickens and turkeys also will be sold. A community-sponsored chicken barbecue will follow at I p.m., along with the horse exhibitors’ annual costume class. Ronald McDonald himself will arrive at 2 p.m. to oversee the children’s Puff ’n Pedal Pull, and the day will wind down with a Youth Fair Volleyball Tournament Admission to the fair is free, but a $2 per day parking fee is charged. Weekly passes are available. The fairgrounds are located near the Flat River at 225 Hudson, and several thousand youth will be there all week, ready to show off their accomplishments. PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Council changed the first Council meeting of the month from the second Tuesday of each month to the second Monday of each month, for one year. For the purpose of ap­ proving the Wastewater Treatment Project construction expenditures prior to the Barry County Commissioners meeting. This notice is given in accordance with the Michigan Open Meetings Act of 1976. 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He was always involved with township business accor­ ding to his wife Edna. Besides serving as constable since 1972. Russ was also the maintenance man for the township. "He was Mr. Fixit." said Supervisor George London, "and he always seemed to be here when we needed him. " Anyone who attended any of the evening township meetings was greated by Russ as he made sure that there were plenty of seats for those in attendance. The township board public­ ly expressed their sorrow over Russ’ death dunng the regular July board meeting "Russ was a real asset to this community and he was loved by all." said London. “I’ve never seen so many cars at the township hall than when his memorial service was held. " Edna said that 328 people signed the guest book at that service which was held over the July 4 weekend. She explained that Russell's death was caused when an aneurysm in the aorta ruptured In spite of the quick actions of 911. the Thornapple Township Emergency Ser­ vices. and the staff at Pennock Hospital. Russ could not be saved. Garbo w has done good job To the editor: When Jerry Good resigned as .supervisor and the Township Board took applica­ tions, I was concerned with the appointment of Tom Garbow. I personally did not feel he had the time to devote to the position. Over the past 11 months he has proven to me that not only does he care about the township and have the time to devote to it. but has done an excellent job' He makes a point to be in the office every day. he returns his phone calls in a timely matter, and gets the job done For the good of the Township. I will cast my vote for Tom Garbo* for Caledonia Township Supervisor Pat Snyder Caledonia • • Homeowners • Cash Fast * • *1 »t ■nd 2nd Mon gag* purttm* or rwftrwtce • Home w Fteniai Propony • Stow Oacu OK *8* ConsOtowor, Me Eacy 24 Hxo Al SUM Mongago * Finance Corp. 800-968-2221 Frw Qualifying Appoint mart FACTORY JOBS AVAILABLE WILL TRAIN — Assembly, Plastic Injection, Stack/Pack Parts, Load Machines, Stock Picking and Many General Labor Jobs. EXPERIENCE NEEDED - Brake, Drill and/or Trim Press, Screw Machine Operators, Wood Boring, Router and/or Saw Operators, Metal Band/Cut Off Saw and Custom Fabrication (Mig/Tig) Welding. Call for more information or apply 8:00 a m.-4:00 p.m weekdays with 2 pieces of I.D. PEOPLEMARK 507 36th St., S.E. Grand Rapids (about 1 mile East of U.S. 131) (616) 245-6161 Equal Opportunity Employer Amwfca* (<mt*mporar, Wtori forx»\ "Russell went just like he would have wanted to. quick­ ly." Edna explained. He was always busy and seldom sat down. He wouldn't have taken to being an invalid. "This way he worked right up until the day he died." she said. About the only time that Russ would just sit was in the early morning at the kitchen table as he watched the animals and birds that would flock to the many feeders in the back yard. After breakfast, when Edna got around. Russ would be on the go. Edna shared that he loved to tinker and had a lot of natural mechanical ability. She chuckles as she tell of Russ at age 12 bringing home Model T parts from a junk yard and then assembling his own car at home. Russ spent all of his life working as a mechanic in­ cluding his last job before retirement at Bradford White in Middleville But Edna said that his other love was his fishing and hunting. He would hunt or fish wherever they went. Once the couple started go­ ing to the Florida Keys each year. Russ had his boat tied right near their trailer and would fish the gulf or the ocean any chance he got. Memories of Russ and his life will remain with his fami­ ly. including Edna, one Russell "Ruf’ Lewis loved to fish. This photo from 1990 shows him proudly holding the big one that didn’t get away. daughter and three sons, two daughters-in-law, 15 grand­ children. 21 greatgrandchildren and his sister. Meanwhile. Edna is tying up loose ends and trying to ad just to life without Russ in their Barlow Lake home. Russ and Edna's oldest son. Russell John Lewis Jr., also died from a ruptured aneurysm. "One thought that is very comforting to me is that now Russ and ‘Johnny’ arc toeether." Edna said Thank You for Five Great Years! To all our customers...we would like to say “Thank-You” for placing your trust in us and allowing us to serve you! You’ve made us feel welcome! OPEN HOUSE® July 27-30 r / Stop in and say Hello, grab a cookie and a cup of coffee/ /> < CALEDONIA OFFICE (Lrtiv iBank safe and sound bonking Offices in: Hastings 150 W Court Middleville 435 Arlington Bellevue: 115 N Mam Nashville 203 N Main Caledonia 9265 Cherry Valley Wayland 156 W Superior MEMBER FDlC The Abundant Life Singers from Cedarville, Ohio. Abundant Life Singers to visit Middleville Church The Abundant Life Singers of Cedarville College will be featured ins sacred concert at First Baptist Church of Mid­ dleville, Wednesday, July 27. at 7 p.m. Composed of ten young people, the Abundant Life Singers have sung in chur­ ches. schools, and camps throughout the United States. The public is invited to hear this program of gosple music. Cedarville College is a Bap­ tist College of arts and sciences and professional pro­ grams located in southwestern Ohio. Currently enrolling over 2.200 students, the school offers more than 75 areas of study. Cedarville is accredited by the North Cen­ tral Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools and by the National League of Nurs­ ing as well as being certified by the state of Ohio to train elementary and secondary teachers Standing "for the Word of God and the testimony of Jesus Christ," Cedarville College strives to produce graduates who are both com­ mitted Christians and compe­ tent professionals. $ SUMMER JOBS $ Packers of Quality Frozen Vegetables General Labor and Truck Drivers (Must have CDL) - ALL JOB SEEKERS — 16 & 17 Year Olds and Up Retirees and Housewives If You Need Extra $$ DAYS AND NIGHTS AVAILABLE ...need approximately mid-July and August Call 616/374-8837 for additional information. Apply Monday thru Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. TWIN CITY FOODS, INC. 1315 Sherman St., Lake Odessa, Ml E.OE. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I July 26. 1994 I Page 13 Former CHS volunteer track coach dies July 6 by Barbara Gall Staff Writer If it’s how you played the game that counts, then Denny Graham will always be remembered as a winner. The exuberant volunteer coach who loved to work with Caledonia athletes, died July 6 at his home in Hart, but he leaves behind a host of Caledonia High School track alumni who will remember the time he spent helping them be their best. Beginning in 1983. when his son Kirk started pole vaulting in middle school. Graham showed up on the track to help not only his three children, but many other aspiring athletes as well. In 1988, he began coaching the discus and shot put when his daughter Dawn took up those events in girls’ track “He looked forward to helping the kids; that was his greatest love.’’ said his wife. Kathy “He also was an avid fisherman and hunter, he lov­ ed exotic birds and his dogs and he loved golf. But he just really enjoyed working with the kids. " Graham spent 10 years in all as a track coach, but always as a volunteer, and he also gave some time to football. A native of Battle Creek. Graham grew up in the Cascade area and graduated from Forest Hills Central. He attended Grand Rapids Junior College and Ferris Slate before joining the U.S. Navy as a Seabee in 1966. He served two terms in Viet Nam. and on his return spent a year as a Kent County Sheriffs deputy. He then joined Michigan Bell, retiring from the com­ pany after a back injury in 1978. His love of sports, however, led him to his avocation at the CHS track. “Denny was just a very pa­ tient teacher." recalled CHS Varsity* Track Coach John Soderman “He started off helping with the pole vaulters, and then went on to work with both the boys and the girls in the discus and the shot “He was great fun as a coach. The kids really en­ joyed working with him. and he got results, even though the discus is probably the second most difficult event to teach technique “He always was strictly a volunteer, but he had just great enthusiasm for track and athletics in general Soderman pointed out that Cherry Valley Cafe moving to larger location in Plaza by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Today is the last day the Cherry Valley Cafe will be opening its doors at the Caledonia Village Centre shopping plaza. The restaurant, however, is not closing for good. It will be reopening at 6:30 am. Friday. July 29. under the same management, at a new, larger location in the northcast corner of the Caledonia Plaza. 9866 Cherry Valley. Owner Betty Slobe said the move into larger quarters will allow the staff nearly three times the space they had in the original restaurant. The address may be different, but the faces will be the same as Cherry Valley Cafe moves from its Caledonia Village Centre location to the Caledonia Plaza, just north of 100th Street. Owner Betty Slobe (left) Will be on hand at the new location, along with Dan VanDerHeide and waitress Sara DeHaan. Thornapple Roofing & Siding Vinyl Siding Replacement Windows Free Estimates Licensed Builder 795-2039 for your patience during our remodeling! The job is almost complete! Complete Auto and Truck COLLISION SERVICE ED’S BODY SHOP (616) 891-01 “We’ll have a separate area for private parties, a much larger kitchen, and the most fun will be an old-fashioned ice cream parlor.” The menu offerings will re­ main much the same. Slobe said, with no price increases. “It will be the same owner­ ship. the same management, the same staff, the same at­ mosphere. but just more space.” she said “We're getting really ex­ cited about moving at last." She said that the cafe will continue to offer catering ser­ vice for all kinds of functions, from the two-person private dinner to special banquets. She also will be increasing the number of bakery items for sale. Slobe bought the cafe in December of 1989. and said she is looking forward to greeting customers in the new location A grand opening week has tentatively been set for the week of Aug. 8. with daily drawings for gift certificates and prizes and an August 13 drawing for a grand prize ‘We’re happy the restaurant has been so well received here in Caledonia." she said “People seem to like the home-made food, the family atmosphere and the ice cream All that will still be part of the cafe in its new location " YOU WANT QUALITY at affordable pnees when you buy printing. Call J-Ad Graphics for everything from business cards and brochures to newspapers and catalogs. Ph. 945-9554 or stop in at 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings. while Graham was responsi­ ble for the improved skills of many athletes, two of CHS's best discus throwers worked with Graham. Under his guidance. Eric Curtis placed fifth in the state in the discus, and two-time state discus champion Liz Mast also was one of Graham’s procogees. “He was such a great role model." said Mast. "He was that kind of person who really helps other people. 1 looked up to him; he was a friend, he was a really good coach, and he gave me a lot of self-confidence, not just about track, but in general. He was just very supportive “I remember thinking at my last track meet how lucky I had been to have the coaches I had. and Coach Graham was certainly one of the most impressive." “As a fellow coach, he was fun to work with and the kids enjoyed working with him. too. He helped many of our athletes improve, and I just don't know what more you could ask for,” Soderman said. “He always was just a kid himself,” said Kathy Graham “His family was number one, but he was close to all our kids’ friends and to the kids he worked with at school.” Services for Graham were held at the Gaines United Brethren Church, with Rev. Dick Raab and Sarah Byl of­ ficiating. Graham is buried at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens. Besides his wife, he is sur- 4 CHS volunteer cooch Denny Graham spent 10 years helping Caledonia track athletes, especially in the pole vault, shot put and discus events. vived by his children Dawn and Brian Hukill. Kirk Graham and Kimberly Graham. Those who wish to remember Denny can make a donation in his name to the Caledonia High School Track program or to the Kent Coun­ ty Veteran’s Honor Guard. Dykstra's Preferred Poured Walls, Inc. • Poured basement walls • Fl at work • Farm work jCiVj ROB DYKSTRA, Owner 10698 Finkbeiner Rd., Middleville GATOR 7QC 7C7A fZJD’/Of** 6x4 off-road and every­ where in between They go where others fear to tread: the John Deere GATOR™ 6x4 and 4x2 utility vehicles. Thanks to high-flotation/low-compaction tires, both GATORS perform as well on grass as they do in mud and muck. And a heavy-duty, arc-wekled body and ribbed-box construction make them as tough as their namesake. On-turf or offroad, they*re the best of both worlds. NOTHING RUNS LIKE A DEERE. THORNAPPLE VALLEY EQUIPMENT, INC. South M-37, Hastings 945-9526 �Page 14 I The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml / July 26, 1994 Middleville Class of 1954 holds 40th reunion The Middleville High School Class of 1954 held its 40th reunion at the Middle Villa on June 25. Those attending included (front row, from left) Class Advisor Mrs. (Thomas) Hanson, Janet (Fiala) Arens, May (Martin) Babcock, Lois (Tripp) Horn, Pat Keith. Ruth Mary (Biggs) Williamson, Margaret (Elwood) Eavey, Nelson Replogle. Bob Smalley, Bob Bender, and Glody Lewis; (second row, from left) Alfrava Latham. Arlene (Brecken) Anstett, Shirley (Hummell) Schulti, Enid (Palmer) Triick, Jeon (Janose) Thaler, Eleanor (Crane) Loose, Crystal (Zerbe) Peake Bob Malleson, Bob Hayes. Bob Walters, Bob Finkbeiner, and Norma (Davis) Lewis; and (third row. from left) Class Advisor Mr. TenElshof. Dick Willson, Jim Har­ rison, Jane (Babcock) Groscost, Clyde Stanton, John Fields, Gory Carpenter. Jack Mieras. Ron Maichele, Chris Wenger, and Phil Kosten. Jim Bowman also at­ tended but is not pictured. Chapter Township Of Caledonia Caledonia aqs- e — NOTICE — The Caledonia Township Clerk will be holding a public accuracy test for the August 2, 1994 Election on Thursday, July 28, 1994 at 9:30 A M. at the Caledonia Township/Vlllage Hall, 250 Maple St. (407) Winds, lightning alter landscape at Duncan Lake The severe thunderstorm' that struck the Caledonia and Middleville areas the evening of July 20 played pick-up-sticks with large trees in the Duncan Lake area. Kimberly Drive residents on the lake's west side did not see a funnel cloud, but some heard the rushing noise associated with a tornado, and large trees were uprooted here and there, including some that damag­ ed homes on the street. Lightning strikes shattered several other tall trees. (Photos courtesy Marilou Boncher.) CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN ELECTION NOTICE TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA: Notice is hereby given that a special election will be held in the Charter Township of Caledonia on August 2,1994, the same day as the August primary election, for the purpose of voting on the following proposals: PROPOSAL A SPECIAL MILLAGE PROPOSAL FOR TOWNSHIP EMERGENCY SERVICES, INCLUDING FIRE PROTECTION AND LAW ENFORCEMENT SERVICES SHALL AN INCREASE OF TWO (2) MILLS ON EACH DOLLAR ($2.00 ON EACH $1,000) OF STATE EQUALIZED VALUATION IN THE TAX RATE LIMITATION ON AD VALOREM PROPERTY TAXES WITHIN THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA, FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING FUNDS TO BE USED FOR TOWNSHIP EMERGENCY SERVICES, INCLUDING THE OPERATION OF THE TOWNSHIP FIRE DEPARTMENT, THE PURCHASE AND MAINTENANCE OF FIRE AND RESCUE MOTOR VEHICLES, APPARATUS AND EQUIPMENT, AND FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT SERVICES, BE APPROVED AND LEVIED FOR THE PERIOD OF 1994 THROUGH 1999, BOTH INCLUSIVE (SUCH INCREASE TO PROVIDE IN THE FIRST CALENDAR YEAR OF THE INCREASE AN ESTIMATED $368,000)? PROPOSAL B SPECIAL MILLAGE PROPOSAL FOR MAINTENANCE, CONSTRUCTION AND IMPROVEMENT OF ROADS AND FOR TOWNSHIP OPERATING PURPOSES SHALL AN INCREASE OF ONE-HALF (V?) MILL ON EACH DOLLAR ($.50 ON EACH $1,000) OF STATE EQUALIZED VALUATION IN THE TAX RATE LIMITATION ON AD VALOREM PROPERTY TAXES WITHIN THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA, FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING FUNDS TO BE USED FOR THE MAINTENANCE, CON­ STRUCTION AND IMPROVEMENT OF ROADS IN THE TOWNSHIP, AND FOR TOWNSHIP OPERATING PURPOSES. BE APPROVED AND LEVIED FOR THE PERIOD OF 1994 THROUGH 1999, BOTH INCLU­ SIVE (SUCH INCREASE TO PROVIDE IN THE FIRST CALENDAR YEAR OF THE INCREASE AN ESTIMATED $92,000)? SPECIAL ELECTION FOR SUPERVISOR Notice is further given that the registered electors of the township shall elect a candidate to complete the unexpired term of the Township Supervisor on August 2, 1994. The following persons have been nominated for such office: Fred R. Fleischmann Thomas F. Garbow List of polling place locations: Precinct 1: Caledonia Township and Village Hall 250 Maple Street Precinct 2: Alaska Hall 7248 - 68th Street Precincet 3: Kettle Lake School 8451 Garbow Drive Patricia Snyder, Clerk Charter Township of Caledonia 'IJou kave kelped so many people tkrouyk ike years, ke sure to ke ikeI 40 andover, please kaie reyular mamtnoyrams. r /w or low cost mammoyrams, call tke Jidarvy-^alon is Iriel ~Jdeallk Jbeparlmenl al(616) 945-9516. �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I July 26, 1994 I Page 15 Cooking Corner — Marinades And Seasoned Rubs ingredients. Add steak, turning frequently to coat. For best results, marinate at least two hours before grilling. Grill as usual. Makes about one cup (enough for two pounds meat). (NAPS)—-What do you get when you combine the delicious flavor of sea­ soned rubs or marinades with the ease and speed of grilling? A tantalizing meal that is excellent for today’s fast-paced lifestyle Seasoned rubs quickly transform an ordinary cut of meat into an extraordi­ nary treat by creating a flavorful crust that holds in the moisture. Rubs are a delicious idea anytime but are perfect when time is short because they can be rubbed onto meats just before grilling. To “lock" on the spices, spray the surface of the meat with PAM* No Stick Cooking Spray before sprinkling on the rub. Rubs are easy to prepare and can be tai­ lored to suit individual tastes. The Mouth of Fire rub is great for London broil and guaranteed to please those who like it hot. For the more timid taste buds, reduce the amount of cayenne pepper and mustard. minutes before grilling. Grill as usual. Makes about 1/2 cup (enough for three pounds meat). Marinades add a deli­ cious flavor to foods while tenderizing less-expensive cuts of meats. Many pre­ pared varieties are avail­ able at your local store and homemade ones can easily be prepared. The secret to making a great marinade is to combine aromatic herbs and spices like garlic, tar­ ragon, oregano or thyme with an acidic base such as wme. vinegar or soy sauce Meats should marinate at least two hours before grilling to allow the flavors to penetrate and meat to become tender. So, begin marinating meat in the morning and forget about it until ready to grill later in the day. MOUTH OF FIRE RUB Not for the meek and mild 1/4 cup chopped parsley 2 tablespoons coar­ sely ground black pepper 2 tablespoons minced garlic 1 tabl<*spoon paprika 2 bay leaves, finely crumbled 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper I teaspoon dry mustard PAM* No Stick Cooking Spray 3 pounds Ivondon broil HONEY SOY SAUCE MARINADE The subtle flavors of honey and soy sauce ideal for beef or lamb. 1/2 cup soy sauce 2 tablespoons veg­ etable oil 2 tablespoons honey 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1 small onion, minced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 2 pounds beef flank steak Combine first seven ingredients. Spray sur­ face of meat with PAM No Stick Cooking Spray. Rub both sides of meat with spice mix­ ture. Allow to sit 30 In a zip top plastic bag combine first eight I |cv^24 The PAM Test Kitchens have assembled a few of their favorite tips to refer to when using marinades and seasoned rubs • Marinate beef and chicken at least two hours and fish and vegetables 30 minutes in the refrig­ erator before grilling. • Allow food to come to room temperature before grilling for a more even cook. • Spray vegetables like squash, peppers and onions with PAM and sprinkle with seasoning before grilling and elimi­ nate the need for tossing with oil. • Keep food from stick­ ing and make cleanup easier by coating the grilling rack with PAM No Stick Cooking Spray before heating the grill. • Baste food with mari­ nade as it grills for a more flavorfui dish. Be sure to cook food at least five min­ utes after the last basting to prevent contamination with bacteria from the raw food. Remember, never serve leftover marinade unless it has been thor­ oughly cooked. • For a pleasant, smokey flavor, toss untreated water soaked wood chips such as hicko­ ry or mesquite onto hot coals before adding food. For best results, keep the lid down to seal in the flavor. Free Recipes For a free brochure with more delicious re­ cipes and grilling tips call 1-800-544-5680; or write to PAM Nutrition and Education Services De­ partment, AHF-3DC, Five Giralda Farms, Madison, NJ 07940-0873. Your 24 Hour Classified Placement and Information Line You can PLACE A CLASSIFIED AD in any of the eight J Ad Graphics publications seven-days-aweek, 24 hours-a-day... □ Reminder O Advisor (Marshall) □ Lakewood News O Maple Valley News □ Weekender □ Shopper (Battle Creek) □ Sun & News O Banner ...by calling 948-4450 then press 3 on your touch tone phone. cvj^24| W I directory mm mmm 0013 ____/ 8uvmh 1 1 PRESS |T| F« Howl PRESS |7| F* ClMMlW I PMdiMOi 1 PRESS Q] I. PUc. I CUiPlwO A4 | PRESS PRESS PRESS I k F« DupUy A41 ^M*****1 Fw Howl & talocwow* ______________________________ > You’ll be asked your name, address and phone number, also which papers) you want your ad to appear — when and how many weeks — Recite your ad — you can even charge the ad to your Visa or MasterCard. After you’ve answered a question press the star key □ or pause for three or more seconds and the program will automatically proceed to the next question. ORDINANCE NO. 94-10Z An ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS (Caledonia Rent All Planned Unit Development) Section 1. The Zoning Ordinance of the Charier Twonship of Caledonia is hereby amend­ ed by the amendment of Section 4.2 thereof, the Zoning Map so as to rezone the following described lands from the C-2 General Business District to the Planned Unit Development District, in accordance with the Final Development Plan of the Caledonia Rent All Planned Unit Development, subject to all of the terms and conditions of this Ordinance: The South 132 feet of the North 1,320 feet of the West 660 feet of the Southwest 1/4, Section 28. Town 5 North. Range 10 West, Caledonia Township, Kent County Michigan. In the case of conflicts or discrepancies between any part of the Final Development Plan and the terms of this ordinance, this ordinance shall control. Section 2. The rezoning of the above-described lands to the Planned Unit Development District, in accordance with the Final Development Plan of Caledonia Rent All Planned Unit Development (the “Development”) is expressly subject to all of the following terms and COin<JD«Setop«mnt Plan. The Caledonia Rent All Planned Unit Development (The “Develop­ ment”) shall comply in all respects with the Final Development Plan of the Development. The Development Plan includes the preliminary site plan dated May 9. 1994. the application for rezoning dated May 26.1994. the Final Development Plan dated May 9. 1994. and receiv ed in the Township office on June 17, 1994. and said May 9. 1994 Final Development Plan as revised on June 29, 1994. the elevation plan submitted by the applicant; and the other material submitted by the applicant in connection with the application for rezoning and the review thereof by the Planning Commission 2 Land Use. The Development shall consist of a commercial building, to be used tor the business of renting goods, supplies and equipment or for other C-2 district uses (3) Lot Areas Buildings Site Access. (a) The boundaries of the Development shall be as shown in the Development Plan (the “Plan”). The commercial building to be located in the Development shall be shown in the plan. The driveway and the parking area shall also be as shown in the Plan (b) There may be future use of the lands located to the rear of the uses shown on the Plan, but any such future uses shall be limited to those permitted in the C-2 general business district. Any such future use of such other lands shall be subject to the approval of the Plan ning Commission when a Development Plan for any such future use is submitted by the applicant. (4) Streets and Drives. (a) The driveway for ingress and egress from the Development and the driveways, parking area and other paved areas within the Development shall be hard surfaced and constructed in compliance with all applicable Caledonia Township and Kent County Road Commission St^b)TheScommercial building shall have the 20 parking spaces shown on the Plan .The park ing requirements for any future uses on the lands shall be subject to approval by the Plann ing Commission when a development plan for such future use is submitted by the applicant (c) The north driveway as shown on the Plan shall be upgraded so as to satisfy Michigan Department of Transporation requirements for the driveway. If and when redevelopment OCcurs on the present Jim’s Place restaurant property, the south driveway shall be upgraded so as to satisfy Michigan Department of Transportation requirements, and in that event me south driveway shall be reviewed by means of the site plan review process (d) At such time as a development plan is submitted for the rear portion of the lands a service road or other connecting drive shall be required, so as to facilitate the safe and ef­ fective movement of motor vehicle traffic across the lands and across the lands to the north and to the south. For such purpose, the applicant will enter into the necessary legal ar rangements, including recorded reciprocal easements, so as to establish the rights of the owners of adjacent lands to use the service drive on the PUD lands and the end. likewise, to establish the rights of the applicant to use the connecting service road on the adjacent end nearby lands .... . « (5) Sanitary Sewer Service and Water Supply. (a) The Development shall be served by private water well and by public sani,aD' a®we' for the collection and treatment of sanitary sewage, all subject to the approval of the Kent Z’X:service, and pubi.c w.ie, euppiy or.bjcom. available (within the meaning of the applicable sewer connection ordinance) to ment the buildings in the Development shall be connected to such public services, In ac cordance with applicable sewer and water ordinances and other regulations. (c) If the Kent County Health Department, the State Department of Natural Resources or other Governmental agency having jurisdiction shall determine that it is necessary In the interest of the public health, safety and welfare to install public water supply and/or pubHc sanitary sewer services within the Development, in order to protect against contamlnalion of groundwater and/or domestic water supply or for other reasons, the ownersi of Ithe ment and the lands therein shall comply with any such governmental ac ion or orders, and thereupon install such public services without expense to the Township. (a) The,drainage*ofIsurfaS water shall be accomplished by means of connections to the existing storm water system, subject to approval of the Kent County Drain °ner (b) The drainage of surface waters shall be accomplished so as to have no significant adverse effect upon adjacent or nearby lands or surface waters, by reason of erosion, pollut'^z/utilities^Natural gas service, electrical service and telephone service to the Develop­ ment shall be accomplished by means of underground connection to existing utility ,aci,lt'«8 (8) Outdoor Lighting. Parking area lighting and exterior building lighting, if any, shall be as approved by the Planning Commission. All lighting fixtures shall be oriented so as to prevent glare and reflection light on to adjacent properties (9) Garbage and Refuse Disposal. Garbage and refuse disposal will be accomplished by private contract in compliance with any Township requirements. Dumpsters or other equip­ ment for temporary accumulation of refuse shall be located to the rear of buildings and shall be adequately screened for adjacent and nearby lands (10) Signage. The number, area and location sign shall be as approved by the Planning Commission. The number, placement, area and other features of signs shall comply with the signs provisions of the C-2 District. The billboard currently located on the property shall be promptly removed when the current billboard lease expires. Such lease shall not be renew ed or otherwise extended beyond its current expiration date (11) Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control. In the construction and use of the Develop­ ment, the applicant shall comply in all respects with any required soil erosion and sedimen tation control permit. A copy thereof shall be submitted to the Township (12) Other matters. (a) Maximum building height shall be 35 feet above grade (b) The design, layout and construction of the Development shall be reviewed as to mat ters of public safety and emergency access by the Township Fire Chief and in the discre­ tion of the Fire Chief approved, or in the absence of such approval, such aspects of the Development shall be appropriately modified so as to be satisfactory to the Fire Chief for public safety and emergency access purposes. (c) Prior to the development of the lands to the east of the development as shown on the Plan, and prior to any expansion of the original building, the applicant shall submit a final development plan for such future use lands. The final site plan and other plans for such future uses may be approved by the Planning Commission in its discretion, without public hearing, if the Commission elects to proceed without public hearing If the development plan for the future use portion of the lands is satisfactory to the Commission and approved by it, no subsequent action by the township board shall be required. Section X The Township Board hereby determines that the Plan complies with the provi sions of the township Zoning Ordinance and promotes its intent and purposes The Township Board further finds that the Development, upon construction and use in full compliance with all of the terms and provisions of this Ordinance and the Township Zoning Ordinance, will be compatible with adjacent uses of lands, the natural environment and the capacities of public services and facilities affected by the Development. The Township Board further deter mines that the Development will be consistent with the public health, safety and general welfare The conditions set forth herein with regard to the Development are determined to be those conditions which are necessary to insure that public services and facilities affected by the development will be capable of accommodating increased public service demands caused by the Development, to protect the natural environment and to conserve natural resources and energy, to insure compatibility with adjacent land uses and to promote the use of land in a socially and economically desirable manner Section 4. The Township may enforce the provisions of this ordinance and applicable pro vision of the Township Zoning Ordinance (including Section 23.5 thereof), Building Code and other ordiances, laws and regulations to the extent and in any manner provided by law Section 5. The time limitations on the construction of the Development shall be as stated in Section 15.8 of the Township Zoning Ordinance Section 6- This ordinance shall become effective upon its publication or upon publics tion of a summary of its provisions in a local newspaper of general circulation. (412) �Obituary • CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP BOARD • Carol William Forsythe MIDDLEVILLE - Carol William Forsythe, 65, of Middleville passed away Sunday, July 24, 1994 at home with his family. He was bom on October 19, 1928 at Ionia County the son of William and Ruth (Malott) Forsythe. He was raised in Freeport and Hastings area and attended Free­ port and Hastings Rural Schools, graduating from Thornapple Kellogg Adult Education. Mr. Forsythe was married to Judith K. Wierenga on March 26, 1966 at Belding. He was employed at Knape Vogt Manufacturing as a Die Setter for 20 years. He served in the United Slates Army and attended Freeport United Brethren Church. Carol was a member of Forrester of America. Citizen Ban Radio Operator, known by Ruptured Duck. He was a Car Racing Driver al Hast ings and Galesburg and was an enthusiastic Indianapolis Fan. Preceding him in death were his parents, William E. and Ruth Forsythe; sister, Audrey Pranshka; five brothers. Mr. Forsythe is survived by his wife, Judith K. (Wierenga) Forsythe; daughter, Linda (Carl) Wood of Grant; three sons, Charles (Eike) Forsythe, Carl Forsythe and Christopher Forsythe, all of Middleville; two grandchildren, Faith (Brian) Casey, April (David) Nicholson; one great-grandson, Aaron James Casey; one sister, Opal (Merle) Rowley of Hastings; one brother-in-law, Dorr Pranshka of Hastings; several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Tuesday, July 26, 7 to 9 p.m. at Beeler Funeral Chapel, Middleville. Funeral services will be held Wednesday afternoon at 1:00 p.m. at the Freeport United Brethren Church. Reverend Richard Taggart officiating. Interment Fuller Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Barry Community Hospice. Jufy 20. 1994 The regular meeting of the Caledonia Township Boord wos colled Io order at 7:06 p.m. Present Gorbow R. DeVries. Gould. J. DeVries Jousma Snyder. Absent Dieiemon. Also Present: Randy Wilcox Township Engineer; Phil Dotema. and several citizens. MINUTES Reviewed. Approv­ ed os printed BILLS Reviewed Three cor­ rections on bills. B & B Water Wastewater $2 559 58 Mika. Meyers $6,124.25; The Mutual Group $293 90 Moved Jousma support Snyder to pay bills os amended Ayes Gould. J. DeVries. Jousma Snyder Gorbow. R DeVries. AAotion Carried. BUILDING INSPECTOR REPORT Reviewed by Phil Dotemo Datemc reviewed a program for a new building in­ spector Jim Spook With Spook os an in house inspector the in­ spection department will be more efficient, and better finan­ cially for the Township. A straight fee would be paid to Spook and hospitaliation. Dotemo introduced Spook to the NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TOWNSHIP OF YANKEE SPRINGS BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN TO: THE RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS OF THE TOWNSHIP OF YANKEE SPRINGS, BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN, AND ANY OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that as a result of Petitions of property owners within the Township signed and filed by the record owners of land whose footage constitutes not less than 51% of the total footage of the hereinafter described Terry Avenue Special Assessment — District, the Township Board of the Township of Yankee Springs proposes to provide for the grading and paving of Terry Avenue and to create a special assessment for the recovery of the cost thereof by special assessment against the properties benefited therein. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE the District within which the foregoing improvements are proposed to be constructed and within which the cost thereof is proposed to be assessed is more particularly described as follows: Terry Avenue from approximately house number 12503 to 12539. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE the total cost will be equally divided among all property owners within said District, regardless of lot size, road frontage, number of lots owned, etc. All property owners/persons will be charged on the basis of 14 owners/persons. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE the Township Board has received engineering plans showing the improvements and location thereof together with an estimate of the costs of such construction in the approximatele amount of $17,000.00, has placed the same on file with the Township Clerk, has passed a Resolution tentatively declaring its intention to make such improveents and to create the aforementioned Special Assessment District, and has further tentatively found the Petitions for improvement to be in compliance with statutory require­ ments. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that said Plans, Special Assess­ ment District and Petitions may be examined at the office of the Township Clerk from the date of this Notice until and including the date of the public hearing hereon and may further be examined at such public hearing. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that a public hearing upon such Petitions, Plans, District and Estimate of Costs will be held at the Yankee Springs Township Hall, 284 N. Briggs Road, Middleville, Michigan, within the Township commencing at 7:30 p.m. on August 11, 1994. At such hearing, the Board will consider any written objections to any of the foregoing matters which might be filed with said Board at or prior to the time of said hearing as well as any revisions, corrections, amendments, or changes to said Plans, Estimates and Costs or to said Special Assessment District. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE any person objecting to the Special Assessment Roll or any part thereof must appear in person at such hearing or must file a written objection or protest at or before such hearing, in order to be able to appeal the assessment to the State Tax Tribunal in the event the same is approved by the Township Board. Any such appeal must be filed within 30 days after the date of the confirmation of the roll by the Township Board. All interested persons are invited to be present at the aforesaid time and place and to submit comments concerning any of the foregoing. Yankee Springs Township will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed material being considered at the hearing upon five (5) days notice to the Yankee Springs Township Clerk. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Yankee Springs Township Clerk by writing or calling the Clerk at the address or telephone number listed herein. Harvey E. Vander Bee, Clerk 284 N. Briggs Road. Middleville, Ml 49333 Telephone 795-9091 (414) Township and requested that the Township Boord consider his employment storting Monday. July 25. 1994 Spook will be do­ ing the building and mechanical, and will bring from Gaines so­ meone for the plumbing Elec­ trical inspector will still hove to be found. Discussion wos held Moved J. DeVries support R DeVries to approve Spook as head of the Building Inspection Deportment. Ayes J. DeVries, Jousma Snyder Gorbow R. DeVries, Gould. Motion Carried. Norma Sprite asked Dotema about Kim Post home behind her Has it received on occupan­ cy permit? Dotema will check in­ to this. TREASURERS REPORT Reviewed. CAMPAU/KETTLE LAKE SEWER: Report given by Tom Connolly. Recommendation to Boord to proceed with project with amendments To make sure it has official O.K. from DNR prior to start, then proceed through Kent County. Moved Snyder, support Jousma to ap­ prove recommendation of the Sewer Committee to proceed with project. Ayes Jousma Snyder Gorbow R DeVries. Gould, J. DeVries. Motion carried. M-37 PROJECT: Report given by Randy Wilcox. Project is on schedule PUBLIC WATER SURVEY: Randy Wilcox explained the need for water in the N.W. corridor of the Township. Survey should be done and Garbow stated that he hod talked to developes about paying for this survey. Moved Jousma. support J. DeVries to proceed with the survey. Ayes. Snyder, Garbow, R. DeVries, Gould. J. DeVries. Jousma. AAo­ carried FEE SCHEDULE Reviewed. tion carried. Discussion was held Set work STERLING COLOR Resolution session for August 11. 1994 at to transfer employment from 7 00 p.m for 1995 budget and Caledonia to City of Kentwood. Discussion. Moved Gould, sup­ fee schedule AUDITOR: Bid from Phil Sour port Snyder to approve the man for 1995 audit not to exceed resolution. Ayes Garbow. R. $6 500 00 Boord would like bid DeVries Gould J. DeVries from Helmhokft Jousma. Snyder. AAotion carried. VERMEULEN $9 000 00 still ORDINANCE #94 92 REZONE due. Could pull bond 2nd reading AAoved J. DeVries, support Jousma to approve VerAAeulen would like to pay recommendation of Planning $2 000 00 per mom th storting in July. AAoved Gould, support J. Commission to rezone from R-l DeVries to accept proposed pay to RR Ayes R DeVries. Gould ment plan as follows 1st pay­ J. DeVries. Jousma Snyder ment. July 30 1994 every other Garbow Motion carried payment due by the 20th of the 457 ORDINANCE #94-3 month. Ayes Gorbow. Gould. J. Reviewed. 2nd reading. AAoved DeVries Jousma Snyder Nay Snyder, support J. DeVries to R DeVries. AAotion carried. approved ordinance #94-3. OTHER BUSINESS Ayes: Gould, J. DeVries. Maintenance work. Buff from Jousma Snyder Garbow R Village Michigan Tax Tribunal DeVries. AAotion carried. — R. DeVries read letter from FUTURE GROWTH COAAMIT Assessor Doane, need $125 00 TEE: Norma Sprite gave report to protest 5 assessments approv PLANNING COMMISSION ed by the MTT AAoved R. REPORT: Jim Williams gave DeVries support Snyder to op report. Public hearing on prove $125 00 from Doane to Caledonia Rent-All and Gourmet continue process with the Food International. Michigan Tax Tribunal Ayes CALEDONIA RENT ALL Reviewed by Tom Purdy 1st Gould J DeVries Snyder Gor­ bow, R DeVries. Nay Jousma. Reeding. No parking signs on 66th St GOURMET FOODS INTERNA near trailer pork Moved J. TIONAL Reviewed. 1st Reading DeVries, support Gould to op ESCROW ACCOUNT RESOLU prove no parking signs Ayes J. TION: Tabled until August DeVries. Jousma Snyder, Gor­ meeting bow. R DeVries. Gould. AAotion CAMERA PURCHASE Super carried. visor Garbow would like a Moved Snyder, support Gar camera for the office to take pic­ tures of zoning violations. AAov­ bow to adjourn at 9 30 p m Ayes: Jousma. Snyder Garbow. ed Jousma, support J. DeVries R. DeVries, Gould. J. DeVries. to purchase a camera for a price AAotion carried not to exceed $150.00. Ayes J. DeVries, Jousma, Snyder, Gar­ Respectfully submitted Patricio Snyder. Clerk (406) bow R DeVries. Gould. Motion PHONE 795-3345 for Sun & News Action-Ads, reach over 7,000 area homes! THORNAPPLE TOWNSHIP NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON INCREASING PROPERTY TAXES The township board of the Township of Thornap­ ple, Middleville, Michigan, will hold a public hearing at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, the 8th day of August, 1994, at the Township Hall, 200 E. Main Street, Middleville, Michigan, to receive testimony and discuss a proposed additional 1994 township operating and voted fire millage rate. The township levied 1.6844 mills (.8422 operation, .8422 fire) in 1993. If taxes are not increased follow­ ing the public hearing, the township will only be able to levy 1.6018 in 1994. However, the township has complete authority to establish the number of mills levied from within its authorized millage rate. In order to maintain basic township and fire operational services, the township proposes to levy an additional .048 mills (4.80 cents per $1,000 SEV) above the 1.6018 mill base tax rate, or a total operating rate of 1.6498 mills (1.6498 per $1,000 SEV). This will provide an estimated 6.0% increase in township revenues for both general operation and fire operation. Public comment on this proposed in­ crease is welcome at the public hearing. This notice is published by: Thornapple Township 200 E. Main Street Middleville, Michigan Phone 795-7202 Publication Date: July 26, 1994 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I July 26. 1994 I Page 17 BUDGETHMBBMM Capitol Commentary By S^n. Hick Posthumus imtiml ■■■■FOOD IDEAS i NAPS >—Here’s some food for thought for those who’d like to cut their grocery bill down to size: joining a cooperative food buying club could be a great way to get quality food for your family at reasonable prices. NOTICE OF ORDINANCE ADOPTION To the Residents and Property Owners of the Township of Yankee Springs Barrv County. Michigan, and any other interested persons PLEASE TAKE NOTICE the following ordinance was adopted by the Township of Y ankee Springs Barry Coun­ ty. Michigan at a Regular Board Meeting on July 14. 1**M Said Ordinance to be known as the Y ANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP ZONING ORDINANCE and to be effective July 14. 1994. All Ordinances or parts ot Ordinances that are in conflict herewith are hereby repealed. TABLE OF CONTENTS 15 1 ARTICLE I - TITLE AND PURPOSE 15.1 1 Title 15 12 Purpose PAGE l-l 1-1 15.2 ARTICLE II DEFINITIONS 15.2.1 Usage On October 1, Michigan's law enforcement community will receive a senes of new and powerful tools to combat mone> laundering, drug rings and other high-level criminal enterprises Senate Bill 196, which was recently signed into law by Governor John Engler, prevents criminal enterprises from disguising, circulating and investing large sums of cash and other assets derived from crime. It is my hope that by putting pressure on criminal organiza­ tions at their highest levels, we can shatter such organizations and cripple them from the top down. The new law defines four degrees of money laundering, all distinguished by the presence of three factors — the value of the money or property involved, the nature of the crime in which it was derived and the intent of the offender. fhc most severe penalties are reserved for those who engage in the laundering of drug offense proceeds in excess of The basic offense, fourth-degree money laundering will be a high misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment of up to two years and/or a fine of up to $10,000 or twice the value of the money or goods laundered. First-degree money laundering, the most serious of the four offenses, will be a felony, punishable by imprisonment of up to 20 years and/or a fine of up to $500,000. or twice the value of the money or goods laundered The law applies not only to those involved in criminal enter­ prise, but to those who knowingly aid criminals in laundering proceeds. Another vital aspect of the money laundering law expands the law enforcement community's opportunity to perform “sting'' operations and target those who actively assist criminals in laundering large summs of cash. The new provisions contained in this law are quite technical in nature but a consensus of law enforcement officials sought these tools in an effort to help fight high-level criminal Organizations. They are on the front line in our war against crime and it is these officers and prosecuting attorneys who will turn the tide if the war is to be won. It is my belief the new money laundering statute will deter criminal activity by making crime less profitable for criminals. At the same time, it will send a message to those who assist criminal enterprises that their actions will be closely monitored. Their passive support of big-time crime can bring them disastrous results. If you don’t have a cooperative food buying club in your area, you may want to start one. If you already participate in one, you might want to learn how to make your food cooperative even bet­ ter. Helpful in either case may be a new video from the National Cooperative Business Association (NCBA>, “How To Start A Co-op Food Buying Club.” The nine-minute video explains what a coopera­ tive food buying club is, what its benefits are. how it works and how it illus­ trates the cooperative principles and idea. You'll see co-op members collect­ ing orders, getting food and distributing orders. ♦ ♦♦ Also available is a book. Starting Out Right: Guidelines for Organizing a Neu' Retail Cooperative, which discusses food buy­ ing clubs. You can request more information or order the book and video for $24.00, or the video alone for $19.95, by writing to: NCBA, 1401 New York Avenue, N.W., Suite 1100, Washington, D.C. 200052160. Or call 1-800-636NCBA(6222). PHONE 795-3345 for Sun & News Action-Ads, reach over 7,000 area homes! — NOTICE — Notice is hereby given that by order of the Village Council of the Village of Middleville, Barry County, Michigan, sealed bids will be received un­ til 12 o’clock noon, August 23, 1994, at the office of the Village Clerk for certain real estate located in the Village of Middleville, Barry Coun­ ty, Michigan and described as follows: Part of the Southwest 1/4 of Sec. 23, Town 4 North, Range 10 West, Thornapple Township, Barry Co., Michigan, described as Com­ mencing at the South 1/4 comer of said Sec. 23; thence North 89 degrees, 28 minutes, 31 seconds East 1305.78 feet along the South line of said Sec. 23 to the PLACE OF BEGINNING OF THIS DESCRIPTION; thence North 75 degrees 11 minutes, 54 seconds West 744.66 feet; thence North 08 degrees, 48 minutes, 56 seconds, East 660.00 feet to the center line of Main Street; thence South 80 degrees, 38 minutes, 27 seconds East 623.40 feet along said centerline of Main Street; thence South 00 degrees, 17 minutes, 06 seconds East 740.21 feet to the place of beginning. Subject to the right-of-way of State Road. Also subject to easements, restric­ tions, and right-of-way of record. Each bid must be accompanied by the certified check of the bidder for ten percent (10%) of the amount of the bid. No bids for less than $40,000 will be considered. Bids will be opened publicly at the time bidding is closed at the Village Councilroom and the property will be sold for cash to the high bidder. Checks of unsuccessful bidders will be returned within 48 hours after sale is made. THE VILLAGE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REJECT ANY OR ALL BIDS AND TO WAIVE ANY INFORMALITY IN THE BIDDING Dated; June 28, 1994 Cheryl Hooper. Village Clerk (403j 15.3 ARTICLE III - ZONING DISTRICTS 15.3. 1 Use Districts; Division of Township 15.3. 2 "A” Agricultural and Rural District 15.3. 3 "RR‘ Rural Residential District 15.3. 4 RL Residential. Low-Density District 15.3. 5 RM Residential. Medium-Density District 153. 6 RLF Residential. Lake Front District 15.3. 7 MHP- Mobile Home Park District 15.3. 8 "RC" Recreational Resorts District 15.3. 9 X-l" Office District 15 3.10 X-2" Community Business District 15.3.11 X-3" General Business District 15.3.11a X" Commercial District 15.3.12 "1-1 Light Industrial District 15.4 ARTICLE IV - SPECIAL EXCEPTIONS 15.4.1 Special Exception Standards 15.4.2 Special Exception Procedure 15.4 3 (Reserved) 15.4 4 (Reserved) 15.4.5 Special Exception Use Conditions 15.4.6 Types of Special Exception Use Permits 1 Gravel Processing. Mining and Commercial Excavating 2. Dog Kennel Regulations 3 Sanitary Landfills and Solid Waste Disposal Facilities 4. Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations 5. Home Occupations 6 Bed and Breakfast 7. Seasonal Tent and Travel Trailer Campgrounds 8. Farming 9 Apartment Buildings 10. Commercial Riding Academy or Stables 111-1 III 2 III-4 UM 1118 m io 111 12 IIL17 in 19 III 20 1U-22 III 24a 111-25 IV-3 IV-3 IV-4 IV-4 IV 9 IV 11 IV-21 IV 21 IV 22 IV 24 IV 25 IV 25 IV-26 15.5 ARTICLE V - RESERVED 15.6 ARTICLE VI - CONDOMINIUM REGULATIONS 15.6. 1 Purpose 15.6. 2 Definitions 15.6. 3 Required Information 15.6. 4 Current Information 15.6 5 Site Plans. New Projects. Master Deed, and Engineering and Inspections 15.6. 6 Master Deed, Restrictive Convenants and As-Built Survey to be Furnished 15.6. 7 Monuments Required - Site Condominium Projects 15 6 8 Monuments Required - All Condominium Projects 15.6. 9 Compliance with Federal. State and Local law 15.6.10 State and County Approval 15.6.11 Temporary Occupancy 15.6.12 Street Standards, Site Plan Submittal. Inspections VI-3 Vl-3 VI-4 VI 5 VI 5 VI-5 VIS VI 5 15 7 ARTICLE VII - PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT 15.7. 1 Objectives for Planned Unit Developments 15.7. 2 Provisions Governing Planned Unit Developments 15.7. 3 Application and Procedures 15.7. 4 Permitted Uses................................................................................ 15.7. 5 Minimum Project Area 15.7. 6 Project Ownership 15.7. 7 Common Open Space 15.7. 8 Disposition of Open Space 15.7. 9 Utility Requirements 15.7.10 Building Site Area Per Single-Family Dwelling 15.7.11 Buildings' Sites to Abut Upon Common Open Space 15 7.12 Procedure for Approval of PUD District 15.7.13 Pre-Application Meeting 15.7.14 Final Development Plan 15.7.15 Contents of Application for Approval of Final Development 15.7.16 Public Hearing by Planning Commission 15.7.17 Recommendation by Planning Commission 15.7.18 Critieria for Recommendations by Planning Commission 15.7.19 Action by Township Board 15.7.20 Supplementary Conditions and Safeguards 15.7.21 Expiration and Extension of Approval Period VII 1 VII I VII 2 VII 2 VII-2 VII 2 VII 2 VII 3 VII 3 Vll 1 Vll-3 VII-3 VIM VIM V1I-4 VIM VII 5 V1I-5 VIM VIM VII 7 15.8 ARTICLE VIII - UNPLATTED ACREAGE DIVISION REGULATIONS 15.8. 1 Required Petition 15.8. 2 Required Information 15.8. 3 Standards 15.8. 4 Deed Restrictions 15 8 5 Survey 15.8. 6 Entry of Approved Divisions 15.8. 7 Fees 15.9 ARTICLE IX - SIGNS AND BILLBOARDS 15.9.1 General Regulations 15.9.2 Sign Type Regulations 15.9.3 Location of Signs 15.10 ARTICLE X RESERVED 15.11 ARTICLE IX - NON CONFORMING USES: REGULATIONS V1II-1 VIli-1 VUl-3 VII1-3 VUI-3 VIII 3 IX I IX-2 X 1 XI-1 15.12 ARTICLE XII - AREA i SETBACK REQUIREMENTS. PARKING REGULATIONS. FENCES AND BARRIERS. GENERAL REGULATIONS XU 1 15.12. 1 General Regulations Xll 1 15.12. 2 Building Pennit Required to Build or Alter Structures XU 1 15 12 3 Certification of Occupancy ............. Xll 1 15.12. 4 Area and Seback Requirements XU 3 15.12. 5 Health, Sanitation and Welfare Regulations XII 4 15 12. 6 Parking Regulations Xll 5 15.12. 7 (Reserved) XU 5 15 12. 8 Fences. Walls, and or Other Protective Barriers X1M 15.12. 9 (Reserved) X1M 15.12.10 (Reserved) XIM 15.12.11 (Reserved) XU-6 15.12.12 Site Han Review XIM 15.12 13 Standards for Site Han Review XU-10 15.12.14 Approval Disapproval XU-11 15.12.15 Conformity to Approved Site Han Required XU 11 15.12.16 Amendment to the Site Plan XU-11 15.12.17 Performance Bond 15.13 ARTICLE XUI PRIVATE ROAD STANDARDS k PROCEDURES 15.13.1 Access Requirements 15.13.2 Required Approval 15 13 3 Standards 15.13.4 Deed Restrictions 15 14 ARTICLE XIV - RIPARIAN LOT USE REGULATIONS 15.14.1 Intent 15 14 .2 Regulations 15 143 Definition 15 15 ARTICLE XV - RESERVED 15 16 ARTICLE XVI - PENALTIES 15 17 ARTICLE XVU VALIDITY INTERPRETATION AND FEES 15 18 ARTICLE XVIU BOARD OF APPEALS 15 18 1 Establishment of Board of Appeals 15 18 2 Authority of Board of Appeals 15 18 3 Limitations of Authority of Board of Appeals 15 18 4 Application for Variance Appeal or Special Exception Use 15 19 .ARTICLE XIX EFFECTIVE DATE REPEAL CLAUSE APPENDIX Harvey E Vander Bee Clerk XUI XUI XUI XUI 1 1 1 3 XV- 1 XVI- 1 XVU 1 XVIU 1 XVIU-1 XVIU 2 XVIU 2 XIX-1 �Page 18 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I July 26, 1994 Home wiring device could save your life About 600 people die from electrocution in or around their homes in the United Stalos every year, reports agricultural engineers for MSU Extension. Installing a ground fault cir­ cuit interrupter (GFCI) in high-risk locations could pre­ vent many of these tragedies. A GFCI reacts immediately to the smallest electrical current leak and breaks the electricity flow. Contrary to what you might think, even a small electrical current — less than that need­ ed to light a 60-watt light bulb — can kill you. And, you can’t depend on fuses and cir­ cuit breakers to protect you. They arc not sensitive to small currents. Grounded plugs and grounding wires won’t help either if they are broken or improperly installed Keep in mind that electrical current always seeks a path to the ground. If the electrical product you arc using has the slightest current “leak.” it will flow to the exposed metal parts of the product. And. that “leak” can flow through you Io the ground or any object that you arc touching that, in turn, touches the ground. Examples of such objects are a faucet, a metal pipe or a ladder. Instantly, what hap­ pens is a “ground fault.” Ground faults can range from a mere “tingle” to immediate electrocution. Add water to the situation, and the problem is magnified. GFCIs come in three types. The portable unit plugs into any standard outlet and is available at your local hard­ ware store. It protects you on­ ly from leakage out of pro­ ducts plugged into that outlet. A second type, installed by an electrician in your circuit breaker box. protects ail outlets on that circuit. Another CFCI. permanently installed in a wall outlet recep­ tacle. can be wired to protect other outlets on the same circuit. Consider using GFCIs in your kitchen, laundrv area, bathrooms, workshop and all outside outlets. Consult your ORDINANCE NO. 94-11Z AN ORDINANCE to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS (Amendment No. 1 of Gourmet Foods International Planned Unit Development) Section 1. The Zoning Ordinance of the Charier Township of Caledonia is hereby amend­ ed by the amendment of Section 4.2 thereof, the Zoning Map, and by the amendment of Ordinance No. 92-8Z, the Gourmet Foods International Planned Unit Development, so as to rezone the following described lands from the 1-1 Light Industrial District to the Planned Unit Development District, in accordance with the Final Development Plan, as amended, of the Gourmet Foods International Planned Unit Development, subject to all of the terms and conditions of this Ordinance Lots 16,17 and 18 of Melody Acres, a recorded plat, Section 6, Town 5 North. Range 10 West, Caledonia Township, Kent County, Michigan. In the case of conflicts or discrepancies between any part of the Final Development Plan, as amended, and the terms of this ordinance, this Ordinance shall control. Section 2. The rezoning of the above-described lands to the Planned Unit Development District, In accordance with the Final Development Plan, as amended, of the Gourmet Foods International Planned Unit Development ("the Development") is expressly subject to all of the following terms and conditions: (1) Development Plan. The Gourmet Foods International Planned Unit Development ("the Development") shall comply in all respects with the Final Development Plan of the Develop­ ment. The Development Plan includes the final site plan of the Development dated September 10,1992, and other matters noted in Section 2 (1) of the original PUD ordinance for the development, as modified by the revised development plan dated July 18. 1994, showing an addition ("new addition") and located westerly of the "existing building as shown on the plan, and including revised parking area. (2) Nature of Development. The new addition building, the revised parking area for the new addition and other matters shown on the revised plan and pertaining to the new ad­ dition are designated herein as Phase la of the Development. The new addition in Phase la may be used for office and general commercial purposes and for warehousing uses only. (3) Lot Areas; Buildings; Site Access. (a) The boundaries of the Development and all parcels therein shall be as shown in the Development Plan ("the Plan"). Access to the Development shall be from Broadmoor Avenue as shown in the Plan. The new addition in Phase la shall be located as shown in the revised plan and shall be a building 50 feet by 100 feet, thus comprising 5,000 square feet in area. (b) There shall be parking area sufficient for 9 motor vehicles in Phase la and the park­ ing area to be located as shown on the revised plan. (4) Streets and Drives. The parking area for Phase I of the Development, the existing building, may be revised to be as shown in the revised plan, but in any event Phase I shall have at least 15 parking spaces. Other than as stated in this subparagraph, Section 2 (4) Streets and Drives shall be as stated In the original PUD ordinance for this Development. (5) Sanitary Sewer Service and Water Supply. Shall be as stated in the original PUD ordinance for the Development (6) Surface Water Drainage. Shall be as stated in the original PUD ordinance for the Development. (7) Utilities. Shall be as stated in the original PUD ordinance for the Development. (8) Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control. Shall be as stated in the original PUD or­ dinance for the Development. (9) Landscaping. Shall be as stated in the original PUD ordinance for the Development. (10) Garbage and Refuse Disposal. Shall be as stated in the original PUD ordinance for the Development. (11) Emergency Access. Shall be as stated in the original PUD ordinance for the Development (12) Signage. The number, area and location of signs pertaining to Phase la uses shall be as approved by the Planning Commission. The number, placement, area and other features of signs in Phase la shall comply in ail respects with the sign provisions of the C-1 District. (13) Other Matters. The maximum height of the building in Phase la shall be 35 feet above grade (a) The provisions of subparagraph (13) (b) of Section 2 of the original PUD ordinance, pertaining to review of emergency access by the township fire chief, shall apply as to the new addition in Phase la Section 3. The Township Board hereby determines that the Plan, as amended, com­ plies with the provisions of the Township Zoning Ordinance and promotes its intent and purposes. The Township Board further finds that the Development, upon construction and use in full compliance with all of the terms and conditions of the original PUD or­ dinance for the Gourmet Foods PUD and also the terms and provisions of this ordinance and the Township Zoning Ordinance, will be compatible with adjacent uses of lands, the natural environment and the capacities of public services and facilities affected by the Development, as amended The Township Board further determines that the Development, as amended, will be consistent with the public health, safety and general welfare The conditions set forth herein with regard to the Development are determined to be those conditions which are necessary to insure that public services and facilities affected by the Development will be capable of accommodating increased public service demands caused by the Development, to protect the natural environment and to conserve natural resources and energy, to insure compatibility with adjacent land uses and to promote the use of land in a socially and economically desirable manner Section 4. The Township may enforce the provisions of the onginal PUD ordinance for the Gourmet Foods PUD and this ordinance, as well as other applicable provisions of the Township Zoning Ordinance (including Section 23 5 thereof). Building Code and other ordinances, laws and regulations pertaining to the Phase la of the Development to the extent and in any manner provided by law Section 5. The time limitations on the construction of the Development, as amended, shall be as stated in Section 15.8 of the Township Zoning Ordinance Section 6. This Ordinance shall become effective upon its publication or upon publics tion of a summary of its provisions in a local newspaper of general circulation (411) electrician about the best choices for your home. If you are buying or building a new home, keep in mind that GFCIs are required by the National Electric Code in all bathrom. garage and outdoor outlets. They also are required within 20 feet of swimming pools and within six feet of kitchen sinks. A GFCI also is required in the basement. Did You Know? ■----------------- ----------------------- ® (NAPS)—A highly accurate, leading edge compact diagnostic tool that assists technicians in making repairs is now standard at Jaguar deal­ erships across North America. A new product, Glade Clip-Ons, can improve the air fragrance in any vehicle. When you’re hosting a barbecue, be sure to have plenty of non-alcoholic beverages such as Sharp’s on hand. PediaSure Complete Liquid Nutrition can help children get the nutrients they need. meals many ways with new Kraft Salsa dressing. NatureWatch, the na­ tionally syndicated radio program sponsored by International Paper, says the earthworms living in a single acre work their way through about ten tons of earth every year. what he is good at. —Thomas Shadwell Pet of the Week *• "Bear” is cute and cuddly, and willing to please. Just give him the chance. Bear is a Lab mix pup that is about eight-weeks-old. He is just one of the many fine animals currently available for adoption at the Barry County Animal Shelter. The shelter especially needs puppy and kitten food, it's that time of year. Bedding is also needed. Anyone wishing to make a donation may stop by the shelter during regular business hours. The Barry County Animal Shelter is currently located at 825 W. Apple Street in Hastings. It is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, and on Satur­ day from 9 a.m. to noon. Cats and kittens con be adopted for $6. The adoption fee for dogs and puppies is $10. (There may be additional costs for adult dogs for a rabies shot and license.) Also, you must sign a contract stating you will have the animal spayed or neutered within 30 days or by the time it is six months old. There is no fee for bringing an animal to the shelter. For more information, call 948-4885. SYNOPSIS OF MINUTES Thornapple Township Board July 21. 1994 Regular meeting called at 7:04 p.m. Board members present-5. Others-7. Minutes of regular and special meetings approved as printed. Printed bills in the amount of $29,920.93 were approved by roll call vote. Motion passed unanimously accepting bid of Lowell Granite lor veteran* memorial at Mt Hope Cemetery Motion passed unanimously approving Emergency Services proposals as presented by the Fire/Ambulante Administrator Meeting adjourned at 10 30 Donna Kenyon Thornapple Township Clerk (404 Charter Township Of Caledonia Caledonia. Michigan 4S31 6 "At the Growing Edge of Kent County" NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Caledonia Township Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider the following request: APPLICANT: Ron Packer REQUEST: Special land use for a home occupation to allow a small business office pursuant to Section 6.3 (b) and Section 3.35 of the Zoning Ordinance. LOCATION: 6909 - 76th Street PP # 41-23-09-400-057 PUBLIC HEARING DATE: August 1, 1994 TIME: 7:30 P.M. LOCATION: Caledonia Township/Village Hall 250 Maple St. Caledonia, Ml 49316 All information relative to this request may be reviewed in the office of the Township Planner, located at 250 Maple St., Caledonia during normal business hours. Interested persons may attend the public hear­ ing and be heard with regard to the requested amendment and or send written comments to the Caledonia Township Offices P.O. Box 296, Caledonia, Ml 49316. Caledonia Township Planning Commission Dated: July 19, 1994 (408) �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / July 26. 1994 / Page 19 NEW REPELLENT CREATED JUST FOR KIDS (NAPS)—Parents nowhave a convenient alter­ native for protecting chil­ dren from biting insects. The development comes in the form of an innovative new repellent created just for children. Called OFF!* Skintastic For Children, the repel­ lent is recommended by pediatricians and fea­ tures single-dose pouches for convenience. Flach pouch contains a 1/2-ounce of pleasant, non-greasy lotion which repels mosquitoes, gnats and other assorted biting insects for about two hours The product con­ tains 7.5 percent DEET (N, N-dimethyl-meta-toluamidei and is approved by the EPA specifically for use on children. DEET is considered the most effective ingre­ dient for repelling the realm of biting insects. Dr. Dan Lawson, research entomologist at the OFF! Biting Insect Center, says “Children don’t like having oily or smelly products on their skin, a challenge that’s been met head-on by the cosmetically appealing formulation of the new repellent." OFF! Skintastic For Children is non-greasy, non-oily and it actually smells good In pre-mar­ ket consumer testing the product scored exception­ ally high marks for its skin feel and scent. CHARTER TOWNSHIP Of CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN Dr. Lawson also points out that when choosing a repellent for children, lotion is preferred over sticks or sprays because it allows a more thor­ ough and evenly dis­ tributed application. OFF! Skintastic For Children’s single-dose pouches are convenient to put in diaper bags, purses and beach bags. The pocket-size pouch­ es also allow parents to provide older children, who are responsible enough to put repellent on themselves, with a back-up supply of repel­ lent to be used after the initial application wears off. BUG PROTECTION TIPS FOR PARENTS • Position sand boxes in dry. sunny areas away from shrubs. • Keep yard clear of junk, toys and debris— anything that creates standing water. • Keep canvas covers on children’s recreation equipment taut to elimi­ nate standing water. • Keep lawn and shrubs well maintained. Also thin overhead foliage to promote sunny condi­ tions. • When applying OFF! Skintastic For Children, put it on evenly but not heavily. Follow label instructions and use com­ mon sense. Keep away from hands, mouth, eyes and open cuts. • Apply repellent more frequently if children are physically active or if con­ ditions are hot and humid. PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on August 1, 1994, at 7:30 p.m. the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, concerning a proposed amendment in the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township ot CaledoniarThe proposed amendment would, if adopted, amend Sec­ tion 221 of the Zoning Ordinance to provide a revised definition of home occupation; amend Section 3.35 to specify permitted home occupations in the A, RR. R-1, R-2 and R-3 Districts, to state minimum conditions for home occupations, to specify certain home occupations as special land uses, to provide standards for consideration of home occupation special land uses, to provide for home occupation permits and to pro­ vide for the continuance of existing, lawful home occupations, amend Section 3.11 concerning home occupations in residential accessory buildings; and amend Section 3.31 so as to make minor references to revised Section 3.35. A copy of the proposed Zoning Ordinance amendment is on file and may be examined at the Caledonia Charter Township offices, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, during normal business hours. All interested persons may attend the public hearing and be heard with regard to the proposed amendment in the Township Zoning Ordinance. Dated: July 7, 1994 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA (406) CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN Minutes of a regular meeting of the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia, held at the Township and Village Hall. 250 Maple Street, Caledonia. Michigan, on the 20th day of July, 1994, at 7.00 p.m Present: Garbow, R. DeVries, Gould, J DeVries, Jousma, Snyder Absent: Dieleman The following ordinance was offered by Snyder and supported by J DeVries ORDINANCE NO. 94-3 PHONE 795-3345 for Sun & News Action-Ads, reach over 7,000 area homes! CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN Minutes of the regular meeting of the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia, held at the Township and Village Hall, 250 Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, on the 20th day of July, 1994, at 7:00 p.m. Present: Garbow, R. DeVries, Gould, Jousma, J. DeVries, Snyder. Absent: Dieleman. The following ordinance was offered by J. DeVries and supported by Jousma. ORDINANCE NO. 94-9Z AN ORDINANCE to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS; 8885 - 76th St. S.E. Section 1. The Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia is hereby amended by the amendment of Section 4.2 thereof, the Zoning Map, so as to rezone the following described lands from the R-1 Low Density Single Family District to the R-R Rural Residential District. That part of the South half, Southeast quarter of Section 11 Town 5 North, Range 10 West described as: Commencing at the South quarter comer of said Section; thence North 00 degrees 23’ West 662.72 feet along the West line of said Southeast quarter; thence North 89 degrees 59' East 660.0 feet along the South line of the North 660 feet of said South half, Southeast quarter to the place of beginning; thence continuing North 89 degrees 59’ East 661.0 feet: thence North 00 degrees 23’ West 660 0 feet: thence south 89 degrees 59’ West 661.00 feet along the North line of said South half, Southeast quarter, thence South 00 degrees 23’ East 660.00 to the place of beginning. Together with an easement for ingress and egress and utility purposes over the East 33 feet of the West 953 feet of said South half Southeast quarter, except the North 660 feet thereof Section 2. This ordinance shall become effective upon its publication or upon publication of a summary of its provisions in a local newspaper of general circulation. Ayes: All Nays: ORDINANCE DECLARED ADOPTED. Patricia Snyder, Township Clerk STATE OF MICHIGAN) ) ss COUNTY OF KENT ) I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and complete copy of an ordinance adopted by the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia at a regular meeting held on the date first stated above, and I further certify that public notice of such meeting was given as provided by law Patricia Snyder, Township Clerk 1st Reading: 6-15-94 2nd Reading: 7-20-94 <409) SECTION I. DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN ESTABLISHED Pursuant to the author! ty granted by law, the Township of Caledonia hereby establishes a Deferred Compensa­ tion Plan under Section 457 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954, as amended, whereby an officer or employee of the Township may be eligible to defer that individual's com pensation or a portion thereof for the purpose of providing for the payment of said com pensation in a different manner and at a different time thereby more effectively providing for said officer’s or employee’s retirement or death, and to defer Federal and State in­ come tax liability on said deferred compensation to the time of receipt by said officer or employee or said individual’s beneficiary. SECTION II. ELIGIBLE INDIVIDUALS. All Township officers and employees who per form services for the Township for 20 hours per week or more on a regular basis shall be eligible to participate in the Deferred Compensation Plan established pursuant to this Ordinance and may elect to particpate in the plan by entering into a written deferred com pensation agreement in such form as the Township Board shall establish. SECTION III. IMPLEMENTATION, ADMINISTRATION AND INTERPRETATION OF THE PLAN. In order to implement the Deferred Compensation Plan, the Township Board may enter into a contract(s) with an insurance company authorized to do business with the State of Michigan to provide for the administration of the Deferred Compensation Plan The Township Board shall have full power and authority to adopt rules and regulations for the administration of the deferred Compensation Plan and may, in its discretion, adopt the provisions of a contract entered into pursuant to this Section as said rules and regula tions. However, to the extent that any rules and regulations adopted, interpreted, altered, amended, or revoked by the Township Board shall be inconsistent with the provisions of this Ordinance, the provisions of this Ordinance shall supersede said rules and regulations. SECTION IV. TAX RAMIFICATIONS. The Deferred Compensation Plan and agreements provided for by this Ordinance are intended to comply with Section 457 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954 as amended, pertaining to Deferred Compensation Plans of State and Local governments. Any provision contained in this ordinance which causes defer red compensation to be taxed prior to receipt thereof shall be deemed null and void However, no guarantee is given to any officer or employee of Caledonia Township or to beneficiaries of such individuals, as to the taxable status of any amounts of compensa tion deferred under the Deferred Compensation Plan established pursuant to this Or dinance and Caledonia Township assumes no responsibility to any officer or employee of the Township or to any beneficiary of such individual in the event of any adverse tax determination. Any provision of the Deferred Compensation Plan, or agreements made hereunder, or any Township rules or regulations adopted pursuant to this Ordinance which are contrary to the Internal Revenue Code of 1954, as amended, or regulations adopted thereunder, shall be deemed to be superseded by such Internal Revenue Code of 1964, as amended, or regulations adopted thereunder SECTION V. SEVERABILITY This ordinance and the various parts, sections, subsec tions, provisions, sentences and clauses are severable If any part of this Ordinance is found to be unconstitutional or invalid it is declared that the remainder of this Ordinance shall not be affected thereby SECTION VI RATIFICATION OF EXISTING DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN The Township of Caledonia hereby ratifies and confirms the validity of any deferred compen sation plan in existence on the effective date of this Ordinance SECTION VII. EFFECTIVE umTE AND REPEAL OF INCONSISTENT ORDINANCES This Ordinance shall become effective immediately upon publication Any Ordinances or parts of Ordinances inconsistent herewith shall be deemed to be repealed by this Ordinance and shall be of no further force and effect Ayes: All Nays ORDINANCE DECLARED ADOPTED PATRICIA SNYDER, Township Clerk STATE OF MICHIGAN) )SS. COUNTY OF KENT ) I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and complete copy of an ordinance adopted by the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia at a regular meeting held on the date first stated above, and I further certify that public notice of such meeting was given as provided by law PATRICIA SNYDER. Township Clerk 1st Reading: June 15, 1994 2nd Reading: July 20, 1994 (410) �Page 20 / The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml I July 26. 1994 Call for Classifieds... PLACE YOUR ADVERTISING MESSAGE HERE -795-3345 Rates: 5 words for $2.75 then IO* per word. If you pay in advance, you save 50* billing charge. Deadline is Friday at 4:00 p.m. ntiques & Collectible? ALLEGAN ANTIQUE MARKET Sunday, July 31. Rain or shine, 300 exhibitors, 200 under cover. A fine selection in every type of antique. Located right in Alle­ gan, Michigan at the fair­ grounds. 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. $3.00 adm. Free parking. business Services BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. 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(Average serving equals one slice of bread, roll or muffin, or half cup dry or cooked cereals and legumes.) •Eat moderate portions of lean meat, skinless poultry, fish and non-fat or low-fat dairy products. •Eat fewer foods high in saturated fat and cholesterol. •Eat more unsaturated fats (found in most vegetable oils, non-dairy spreads and nuts). $Z99 Q I y Not valid in conjunction / with any other coupons \ Faro s Pizza • Caledonia O_ _Ph_89lJ287. _ I BURRITO or COMBO I EXPIRES | 5-25-94 I Not valid in conjunction Iy with any other coupons Faro's Pizza • Caledonia Ph. 891-9287 PICK UP ONLY • READY IN 15 MINUTES We Use Ou (Vi Speca Sauces and <00% Peaf Cheese OUTDOOR DECK Open for the Season! KARAOKE every SATURDAY! Come ioin the fun! On M-37 North of Middleville Open 7 Days a Week Call 795-3640 or 891-1287 NEW HOURS Lure* Mon Tn $ 9790 CHERRY VALLEY, M-37 - CALEDONIA � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/704/SunandNews_1994-08-02.pdf 8a487194af9871f3afc005e66127ff4f PDF Text Text 12/30/99 Hastings Publ ic Library -- F BULK RATE U. S. POSTAGE PA ID HartingsAU 49058 Permit No. 7 121 Church _i Hastings, HI. 49058 I he.bUn p mi i vi Your Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas No. 27 / August 2, 1994 Middleville, Michigan 49333 124th Year Escrow accounts now will cover each project's fees Caledonia Twp. policy requires developers to pay their own way by Barbara (rail Staff Writer For developers in Caledonia, the new policy will be “pay to play “ As growth continues in the Caledonia area, the Township Board agreed at its July 20 meeting to establish a new policy requiring developers to pay out-of-the-ordinary township costs incurred by their projects. With the new policy, the board recognizes that current application and permit fees might not cover all the extra expenses of reviewing a new project. It also acknowledges that not all projects incur the same expenses. So from now on. the township planner will estimate the additional ex­ penses that each individual project probably will generate These expenses do not in­ clude discussions of the pro­ ject at regularly scheduled Planning Commission and Township Board meetings. The township faces additional expenses, however, when the commission or board must hold special meetings on a project, or the project requires special studies, such as traffic or environmental impact studies. The policy states the -new “fee for expenses*' will equal the township's actual expense for review of the developer's or resident's application. It will cover such costs as special meetings for the pro­ ject, preparation of resolu­ tions and ordinances, engineering reviews and other special studies. This fee will be paid in ad­ vance into an escrow account before the Planning Commis­ sion will take any action on the application If the developer disagrees with the amount established by the planner, he or she may appeal to the Planning Com­ mission. which may confirm, reduce or increase the fee. No action will be taken on the proposed project, however, until the fee for ex­ wastirgs penses has been established and put into the developer’s escrow account The township clerk will be required to keep track of all receipts and expenditures for each account, with transfer of funds from escrow to the township approved by the Township Board on the recommendation of the planner. Additional funds may be re­ quired for the escrow account if the balance falls below 20 percent of the original fee. After all bills have been submitted by any profes­ sionals reviewing the applica­ tion. the township will refund to the developer, without in­ terest. any funds remaining in the escrow account. If there is a shortfall, the township will send the developer a statement asking for payment of the additional fees. No building permit or occupancy permit will be issued until those fees have Scout camping tops of library summer special Patrick Doyle, a boy scout from Lake Odessa brought a lot of his camping geui along to show to the kids participating in the Freeport Library summer reading program. Part of his presentation was to teach the kids how to use a compass. See Caledonia Twp., Page 2 Health Department will have final say at Campau Lake Caledonia Twp. compromises on sewer district by Barbara <>all Staff Writer The Kent County Health Department will inspect the properties of 19 residents who do not wish to be part of the proposed Campau-Kettle Lakes sewer expansion. If the Health Department determines that a property does not pose a long-term risk to public health or to the lakes, that property can be ex­ cluded from the sewer district, according to a deci­ sion made by Caledonia's Campau-Kettle Sewer Committee. The properties in question do not border the lakes and are on the outskirts of the pro­ posed district, which includes some lands along 68th Street and 76th Street, as well as lakeside properties. These neighboring proper­ ties were included in the sewer district as part of a long-range plan to bring sewer to the area, where sep­ tic failures have been an in­ creasing problem. However, at a June 28 in­ formation meeting on the sewer expansion, several pro­ perty owners objected to be­ ing included in the sewer district, stating that they could not afford the sewer assess­ ment and did not understand why their homes had to be in­ cluded. since they were some distance away from the lakes. The Sewer Committee, in a July 14 meeting, took up the residents’ concerns, and recommended to the Township Board that the ques­ tion of whether to include the 19 property owners be left to the Health Department. The property owners agreed to this compromise. “These properties are far enough away from the lakes that if the Health Department determines they would not be a health hazard over the long term, they probably don’t need to be included in the district,’’ said Caledonia Township Supervisor Tom Garbow The Township Board of­ ficially accepted the Sewer Committee’s recommendation at its July 20 meeting. In the meantime, the com­ mittee reported. Township Consulting Engineer Randy Wilcox has applied for a groundwater discharge permit from the Department of Natural Resources for the new wastewater treatment plant that will serve the expanded Duncan Lake Drain problems subject of hearing by Margaret Fow ler Staff'Writer The waters arc rising at Thomapple Township's Dun­ can Lake and that has residents concerned. The residents have no con­ trol over part of the problem — the fact that the water table in Michigan has continued to rise But. according to a petition that was given to the Barry County Drain Commissioner back in September of 1993. there may be an answer to part of the problem The residents are “praying for the cleaning out. relocating, widening, deepen­ ing. straghtening. tiling, ex­ tending. relocating along a highway or adding branches for the full route and course of the established drain “ The outlet from the lake is located west of Noffke Drive and extends downstream to Cherry Valley Road. It is referred to as the Dun­ can Lake Intercounty Dram because it also serves farmlands in Allegan County's Leighton Township and Kent County 's Caledonia and Gaines townships This dram was the subject at a public hearing held at the Thomapple Township Hall last Tuesday to determine the “practicability “ of making changes m the dram. Roughly 50 people showed up to voice their feelings on the situation according to Barry County Deputy Dram Commissioner Judy Hadley. All of those attending were from Barry County even though the hearing was posted as affecting multiple counties. According to the petition filed by citizens, the drainage has been a problem since about six years ago. when they began to notice their beaches getting smaller due to the rising water Evidently, the dram open­ ing also is clogged with vegetation and debris Hadley explained that minor repairs had been done recently. but her records show that the dram itself has not been cleaned since 1918 None of the residents pre­ sent at the hearing contested that date With mput from those at the public hearing, the feasibility of their request was determin­ ed to be practicable Hadley said that the number of people who turned out was largely reponsible for that decision. A petition that had been submitted in 1992 was turned down. Hadley also explained that though this petition was given io them last September, they could not act on it until it had 1 gone through the Michigan Department of Agriculture Now that the determination to go on with the petition has been made. the drain commis­ sion has hired Kater Engineer­ ing out of Lansing to do a study, and come up with recommendations and pro­ jected costs to redo the drain. Hadley said they hope to have the study back w ithin the next 60 days. sewer system. The Sewer Committee also reported to the board its deci­ sion that owners of vacant lots will not be required to pay sewer assessment fees unless they wish to be part of the original 20-year bond for the project. The Sewer Committee also discussed the question of whether new homes with new septic systems had to hook up immediately to the sewer. The committee decided operating and maintenance costs will not be charged to any user until the system is hooked up. Homes that are 10 or fewer years old will have three years to connect to the sewer, but homes 11 years and older will have to hook up within one year of the sewer’s completion. Any home in the district with a current septic failure must h<xik up as soon as the sewer system is completed. The committee, which is made up of township citizens. voted unanimously to approve these decisions. It will meet again to discuss the results of the Health Department surveys after DNR permits have been received. The existing Campau Lake sewer serves 80 customers on the northeast end of the lake. The proposed new district would serve 222 units, in­ cluding 170 homes, several apartment units. Kettle Lake Elementary School, the trailer park on the lake and nearby commercial and retail businesses. The existing wastewater treatment system will be replaced by a sequencing batch reactor (SBR) treatment plant designed to handle a flow of 85.000 gallons per day. Estimated total cost of the project, including the new plant and collection system, is $2.1 million, funded through See Campau Lake, Page 2 In This Issue.... • ‘Spaceship’ lands in Middleville • Mountain bike facility getting closer to reality • Middleville nurse is famous for making house calls • Alto hiker takes ‘write’ way to World Cup games �Page 2 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I August 2, 1994 Renewal of VerMeulen PMR hinges on court action Twp. Board, sand pit owner agree on fee payment schedule Gavin Body Shop Manager Jerry Dankowski (left) and Owner Bill Gavin check out the spaceship ride that they'll be helping refurbish before donating it to the DeVos Children's Hospital at Butterworth. ‘Space ship’ lands in Middleville by Margaret Eowler Staff Writer A Buck Rogers spaceship landed in Middleville last week But residents have nothing to (ear. The spaceship didn't carry any hostile aliens. In fact, its arrival had been planned for at Gavin's, where (he children's riding toy was sent to be repainted as part of being refurbished before the ride is donated to the DeVos Children's Hospital at Butterworth. The project has become the joint effort of several businesses including Gavin’s. E v i de n t I y , the rocket/spaceship was going to be retired at Fun Services in Grand Rapids because of its age. But when United Auto Workers Local 730 got wind of that, the local asked if it might be donated to the hospital instead. The General Motors Metal Plant completely rewired the spaceship. They also pulled the chrome pieces off and sent them on to Teikoro in Springfield, Ohio. for rechroming. In that process, it was ac­ cidently discovered that the spaceship's chrome parts were the same as the old Studebaker's. The newly re-finished chrome parts were sent back to a plant manager who is an old car collector, according to John J. Loftus, a Middleville man who is in the local. Since the manager was not aware of this project, local representatives, among them Loftus and Don Southwell, who is coordinating the pro­ ject, had to explain that all of this work was being donated, including that of Teikoro. Loftus was responsible for contacting Bill Gavin, owner of Gavin Chevrolet-BuickPontiac-Geo Inc. in Mid­ dleville to see if they would be willing to do the repainting and other reconditioning on the riding toy. Gavin said, "Yes,” and that is why the spaceship flew into town on Wednesday, with a little assistance from a delivery truck. Jerry Dankowski, body shop manager at Gavin's, said they hadn't worked on anything quite like this before. Quality Programs Miller REAL ESTATE s'nce 194° “This should be interesting though.” he said. The spaceship is going to be mostly red and yellow, and the base will be blue. The body shop also will reattach the chrome strips and see that everything is in good working condition as well Once Gavin's has finished its part, the last stop before going to the hospital will be at Union First Promotion and Versatility Inc. in Grand Rapids. They have a picture of the original spaceship and have duplicated the decals for it. That will put the finishing touches on the rocket, accor­ ding to Loftus. One other change to the riding toy will be to change it from being coin operated to key operated. That way the nurses on duty will be able to control when the ride is being used. “The nurses said they could always use something else to entertain the children at the hospital,” explained Loftus. “I know the kids will enjoy this and it's great to have a part in providing it for them. ” Loftus said. Quality People I 2. NEW 3 BEDR00N HONE under construction now. The cathedral ceilings in the formol living room and the spacious dining and family room moke this home truly a family dream come true. Located in beautiful Misty Meadows, in on area of executive homes. Call Jeon Chose office 945-5182 or home 367-4451................................................. $131,000. 3. 8 ACRES ON THE COLDWATER RIVER. Appro mi motely 300 feet on o trout streom. Nature at your doorstep and only minutes from Grand Rapids Coll Koren Brown office 795-3305 or home 795-9331.................. $14,900 MIDDLEVILLE STAFF 1. NEW LISTING! BE RRST M LINE Coll today to see this one owner 3 bedroom and 1 bath home. Features include a great view of Barlow Lake from the front deck shored access and a hot tub. DON'T WAIT* Coll Roy Carlson, office 945-5182 or home 795 3611 ...... .................................................... $49 900 Gene Poll. Assoc. Broker. GR1............. 795-9521 Karen Brown................. 795-9331 Cathy Williamson CRS GR1 795-9090 Kay Sto Ison burg. Assoc Broker 795 7272 Office: 497 Arlington, M-37 LH "“,0" Phone (616) 795-3305 t=J ‘OFFICES IN HASTINGS AND MIDDLEVILLE* by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Sand pit owner Doug VerMeulen and the Caledonia Township Board have reached an agreement that will allow renewal of the planned mineral removal (PMR) per­ mit for VerMeulen's Whitneyville Avenue sand pit. The board voted to accept VerMeulen's request to pay in monthly installments the 1994 court-required $8,000 capital improvements fee to the township. The annual fee. which must be paid for 13 consecutive years, is part of a 1989 court settlement of a lawsuit filed against Caledonia Township after it denied a request by VerMeulen and his former partner, Harry Mast, to develop the pit. Mast is no longer involved with the operation, which now is run by VerMeulen and Associates. The terms of the court set­ tlement allowed the sand pit to open, but only under strict conditions. Many aspects of that settlement later became part of the township’s present PMR ordinance, but not the annual fee required of VerMeulen. His pit’s three-year PMR permit expired in November. 1992, and VerMeulen now has applied for a renewal, also for three years. Though his operation is in compliance in other aspects, he still owes the $8,000 fee. VerMeulen now is pro­ testing the fee. which he has paid only once since the 1989 agreement. At the July 20 Township Board meeting, he said he felt this aspect of the court settle­ ment is unfair because it puts him at a competitive disadvan­ tage with other sand mine operators. He also claimed other operators were not in com­ pliance and did not have the same kind of performance bond required of him. The township, however, has threatened to pull VerMeulen’s performance bond if he does not pay the court-stipulated fee. Township Supervisor Tom Garbow said that the other pits are in compliance, and pointed out that the township has spent $50,000 just in legal fees for the VerMeulen-Mast lawsuit. Board members also com­ mented that VerMeulen agreed to the settlement, which includes the yearly fee. The developer was not without some sympathizers, however. Planning Commissioner Jim Williams, who was not in of­ fice during the controversy over the pit. said he had understood at the time of the settlement that all pit owners CALEDONIA TWP. from front page — been paid An unpaid statement could result in the township’s issu­ ing a stop work order on the project. Each applicant will be given a copy of this policy when he or she applies for review of a project Signing the applica­ tion will indicate agreement to pay the fee for expenses. The Township Board unanimously approved the new policy would have to pay into the capital improvement fund. "Although this is a court settlement, in fairness...! think you should reconsider what you're asking him to do." Williams suggested to the board Resident Tom Apol said he wants VerMeulen to go away feeling like he's been fairly treated. Township Trustee Steve Gould, who was chairman of the Planning Commission dur­ ing the sand pit controversy, pointed out that since that time, other developers indeed have contributed in some way to the township's capital im­ provement. either in money or through such services as road improvement. Initiating court action means you have to live with your agreements, he said. He moved to accept the pay­ ment schedule offered by VerMeulen. which is to pay $2,000 by the 20th of each month until the $8,000 for this year is paid off. "A lawsuit is a lawsuit; a settlement is a settlement." commented Trustee Chip DeVries, adding that other developers and businesses pay on time. Gould's motion was passed 4-1 with Gordon Jousma abs­ taining because of.a possible conflict of interest. Township Treasurer Ruth DeVries cast the dissenting vote, stating that she believed a court order should stand as stated "If he wants to negotiate, he should first be current with the court requirements." she said. Trustee John Dieleman was not present for the vote. Gun Lake Chamber plans annual meeting Music, patriotic costumes, food, fun and awards will be the order of the evening at the Gun Lake Chamber’s annual meeting Thursday. Aug. 4. at Bay Pointe Restaurant. People are encouraged to wear a patriotic costume. A special prize, a free dinner, will be given for the best (no caps) costume of the evening. Election of officers will be a small part of this evening's agenda Other activities will include presentations to the Gun Lake Area Citizen of the Year, Gun Lake Area Business of the Year, Chamber Director of the Year and Chamber Member of the Year. Those members represented at the meeting also will par­ ticipate in a special drawing for Member of the Month. The winning business will be showcased in local newpapers with chamber-paid advertis­ ing. Runners-up will receive consolation prizes. Also new this year will be a membership drive. Chamber members are urged to invite other people to attend this an nual event with them A free dinner is offered as a reward for the member-sponsor of each new member application received at the meeting The Upper Deck at Bay Pointe Restaurant, overlook­ ing Gun Lake, will be the site of this annual meeting. Ac tivities will start at 5:30 p.m with social hour and dinner at 6:30. Cost <>f the diniK-r 'Aill be $10. Call the chamber office at 672-7822 for reservations. ‘Bike for Breath’ event set for Aug. 13 in Caledonia "Bike for Breath” to benefit the American Lung Association of Michigan will take place on Saturday, Aug. 13, rain or shine, at Caledonia Elementary School. The ride consists of a 15-, 30- and 62-mile loop for novice, intermediate and ad­ vanced riders. Participants can register the morning of the ride between 8 and 9:30 a.m. at Caledonia Elementary School, 9770 Duncan Lake Ave. S.E. For more information, call 336-0288 CAMPAU LAKE Kent County. It will be paid off through a 20-year special assessment district that would include all users in the expan­ sion area. The estimated total cost for each user in the district is $6,950, to be paid in in­ stallments over the 20 years. Each user also must pay a one-time cost of $500 to from front page- $3,500 to connect to the system. Users of the existing system will pay an additional $900 fee, also spread out over 20 years, toward the operating and maintenance of the new treatment plant. Fees will be higher for future connections. STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY Call us for a quote for all of your insurance needs. • Auto • Life • Health Home • Business • Investment Caledonia Village Centre 9365 Cherry Valley Avenue Caledonia, Ml 49316 891-9294 �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I August 2, 1994 / Page 3 | Obituaries Dick Richard Verberg----------------------CALEDONIA - Dick Richard Verberg, 82, of Kraft Avenue, Caledonia passed away July 21, 1994 at Metro­ politan Hospital in Grand Rapids. He was bom April 13, 1912 in Ludington the son of John A. Verberg and Bertha W. (Zweers) Verberg. Dick married Ruth Esther (VanVleet) Verberg and they farmed all of their married life. Surviving Mr. Verberg is his wife, Ruth; children, Ruth and Dick Walsh, Doris and Jim Peters, Esther Sanders, Dirk Verberg, John Verberg; twelve grandchildren; sister-in-law, Carolyn and Ron Ecker; brothers-in-law, Roger VanVleet and Herbert VanVleet. Funeral services were held July 25 at the Caledonia Funer­ al Chapel with his pastor Reverend Gerald VanOyen officiating. Interment Blain Cemetery Rita Charlene Schaffer MIDDLEVILLE - Rita Charlene Schaffer, 61, of Middleville, passed away Friday, July 29, 1994 at Thomapple Manor, Hastings. Mrs. Schaffer was bom on September 30, 1932 at Oberlin, Kansas the daughter of Charles B. and Edna E. (Allacher) Sutton. She was married to Jack Schaffer on November 26,1949. Mrs. Schaffer was employed at Avalon as a waitress and bartender, 20 plus yean. She is survived by her husband Jack Schaffer; one daughter, Mrs. Ralph (Cannel Kay) Hoover of Battle Creek; three sons, Steven C. (Michele) Schaffer of Nashville, Biff (Jackie) Schaffer of Hopkins, and Kent Schaffer of Middlevil­ le; 8 grand children; 3 great grand children, 3 step grand children; her mother, Mrs. Edna E. Sutton of Grand Junction, Colorado; one brother James (Ruth) Sutton of Grand Junction, Colorado; and several nieces and nephews. Preceding Mrs. Schaffer in death was her daughter, Cathy Lee Schaffer, November 25, 1978. Funeral Services were held Monday, August 1, 1994, at the Beeler Funeral Home with Reverend Kenneth Vaught offi­ ciating. Interment at Robbins Cemetery. Memorial Contributions may be made to a Charity of One's choice. ft Stay 3 Days In Nashville, Tennessee On Us! Includes 3 Days and 2 Nights of... ★ Deluxe accommodations for two adults at the Holiday Inn. Bnlcy Parkway ★ Welcome split of champagne ★ First morning continental breakfast for two ★ Complimentary 2 for 1 greens fees (carl rental required) ★ Children occupying same room as parents slay free How? Qualify and close your mortgage* at State Bank of Caledonia during the months of August and September (‘Second mortgage and home equity loans are not included in this promotion.) Nol only is Nashville Tennessee's stale capital, it’s also the country music capital of the world. 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Mam Street Steve Antecki. one of the Watch organizers, said Tony Powers will be coming to the meeting to provide training for both the Child and Neighborhood Watch programs. Refreshments will be provided. Anyone with questions should call Antecki at 891-9401 Selfdefense class planned The Caledonia Area Jaycees will sponsoring a free self­ defense class Tuesday. Aug 23. at 7 p.m at the Caledonia High School Cafeteria Reservations are required. Call 868-6538. Qtate MAIN OFFICE 627 East Main St. Caledonia, Ml (616) 891-8113 DUTTON 3205 68th St Caledonia, Ml (616) 698-6337 MIDDLEVILLE 303 North Arlington Middleville, Ml (616) 795-3361 OF ALEDONIA THE FIRST NAME IN COMMUNITY SERVICE BANKING All 3 Locations Open All Day Monday thru Friday and ’til Noon on Saturday FDIC LENDER �Page 4 / The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml I August 2, 1994 Neighbors with. NORMA VELDERMAN We’re just starting our se­ cond week. Yesterday, we had our Sunday, did very little work in the morning but had our visiting hours from 1 until 3:30. Son David came to see me and brought me a helpful learning device that he and a friend he visited in Toronto found in a museum there. It's really going to be a good help for me to review my Braille. I received one dog last week and it was too strong for me. It was a yellow lab. So my trainer. Greg, told me he was going to give me a more laid back black lab. He’s about 70 pounds, maybe 30 months old. and his name is Houston. I’ve had him since last Wednesday and he is real laid back and a sweetheart. He’s in no hurry, he doesn’t drag me like the first one did. He listens. He's very patient, very comfortable with life, just a very sweet animal. I'm having a lot of fun working with him since Wednesday. Actually, we’re learning more than the dog does, because the dog knows a lot more than we do Monday morning, we went down into the center of Rochester and then we went out in pairs, one would lead and the other would follow — learning to follow the curb, listen to traffic, cross the roads, keep your sense of direction and come back to the original starting point. In the afternoon we went around the block in pairs, leading and the other taking turns. Then this afternoon we went singly into a store, our instructor showing us how to make sure that our leader dog is protected, that he doesn't get his tail stepped on — put­ ting your knee around the back and then keep him in front so he doesn't sniff anything off the counter. In other words, store manners is what he was teaching us. go­ ing through a narrow area. We went to go home. There are two buses they take us on. because you get on with your dog so it takes a lot more room than ordinarily would be. it takes two seats. But when we left about 3 o’clock, the bus wouldn’t start, so we got a charge from another truck and then we got going and came on home One thing that we’re doing that I hadn't even realized that we would do is the dog has to change over from living in a kennel where he just goes to the bathroom in the kennel. Now our dog has to learn w hat we call a “park place.” so we take him to the park place and he learns that he has to use this as his bathroom space. Each one of them have the same one every time and we check to make sure. This morning, they were checking the dog's stools to make sure that they were ail correct, nothing bad. Tomor­ row they're going to do more checking, making sure the dog is in good condition. We feed him only once a day and give him water four times a day. They get three cups of dog chow and all seem to like it. They seem very hungry . Our dog stays with us everywhere we go. At night we have a tiedown in the wall where the dog is chained and he can go just certain limits. This way he's with us. If we want to go any place, it doesn’t make any difference where it is. we’re supposed to take our dog with us constantly so he gets used to us and we get us­ ed to him. and he becomes more a part of us. It's a wonderful experience being here. Everybody is so warm and so friendly. For instance, the room workers changed our linens and made our beds. We don't really do much of anything. ‘Course they’re keeping us busy. We're here to learn, not to housekeep, so we re kind of spoiled and pampered, which makes it wonderful. We don’t have to wash anything except our own clothes, and there are washers and dryers at the end of the hall. It’s like a dor­ mitory with rooms on either side We have a house mother, who answers any questions and helps us with anything we need We have courses on the grounds here w here we go out and practice. We received our harness Thursday or Friday to put on the dog and learn how to handle and work with him on the harness. Well. I’m still tumbling around. I haven’t gotten used to keeping Houston straight and steady . Continued next page- LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church — Serving a Living Lord SUNDAY........ 9:45 am., 11:00 a.m. A 6:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY................................ Family Fellowship Prayer A Bible Study 7:00 p.m. 7240 68th Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville Bruce N. Stewart, Pastor Lee Taylor, Assistant Pastor Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service Pastor. Rev. Brian F. Harrison Youth Pastor, Darrel L. Schrock Music, Jeffery C. Vander Heide CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A church with a caring heart for our community and the world" Sunday Services....... 9:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m M-37 at 100th St., Caledonia, Ml Church Office: (616) 891-1512 Rev. Gerald Van Oyen Al Tiemeyer Community Calling Sunday Evening Service 11:00 a.m. CHRISTIAN REFORMED 6201 Whitneyville Avenue Sun. Morning Worship............ 10:00 a.m. Evening Service......................... 6:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer.................. 6:45 p.m. Word of Life Clubs.........................................6:45 p.m. WELCOME TO Gaines United Brethren Church Kalamazoo Avenue at 92nd Street Caledonia, Michigan Telephone 698^252 Pastor Mark Beers LAKESIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH Pastor Scott Taylor Reaching People With Christ 8:30 am to 9 30 am — First Worship Service 9:30 am to 9:45 am — Coffee Fellowship 9:45 am to 10:45 am — Sunday School 10:45 am to 11:00 am — Coffee Fellowship 11:00 am to 12:00 - Second Worship Service Nursery and Childrens Church will be provided during both services "Set an example In speech, in Hie, in love, in faith and in purity." 1 Timothy 4:12 CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Rev. Bernard Mulder, Pastor 868-6306 LEIGHTON UNITED METHODIST Peace Reformed Church Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Sunday Worship Services...... 8:30 or 11:00,6:00 Sunday Morning Worship (Interpreted for hearing impaired)............... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School.......................................................... 11:10a.m. Sunday Evening Service.............................................6:30p.m. Pioneer Club (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday..................... 6:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting - Wednesday........................... 7:00 p.m. Youth fellowship - Sunday............................. 5:00 p.m. RAY TOWNSEND, Pastor TIM DOUBLESTEIN, Youth Director 708 West Main Street Morning Worship Service............ 10:00 a m. Sunday School............................... 1115 a.m. Evening Worship Service................ 6 00 p.m. Rev. James Cusack Phone 891-9259 YOU ARE INVITED Saturday Evening Mass.............................. 5:00 p.m. Rev Roger Timmerman. Pastor Sunday Mass........................ 9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. KETTLE LAKE INDEPENDENT REFORMED Proclaiming the Historic Reformed Faith. Services at 9 30 a m. and 6:00 p.m. Worshipping at Kettle Lake School on Whitneyville Rd. South of 68th Street CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST Church School.................... 9:30 a.m. Choir Practice .................... 9:30 a.m. Worship Service............... 10:30 a m. 250 Vine Street Church Office 891-8669 Parsonage 891-8167 Rev. Bobby Dale Whitlock 795-3667 WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH MIDDLEVILLE and PARMELEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES 8546 Whitneyville Ave at 84th St *891-8661 'The Ctorcft where everybody ts somebody... ana Jesus Christ s Lord' 111 Church Street Sunaar School..................................... 930 a.m Sunday Momng Worship..................... 10:30 am. Sunday Evenrig Worship................. ......6 00 p.m. Wea Midweek Prayer A Bible Study...... 7 00 p.m 3?v rtatamDotxon. aasxr Steve Jtxxson. nxfiPastor /Mkelocnev. UuacDr Parmelee Morning Worship.......... 9.30 a.m Middleville Sunday School.............9 45 a m. Middleville Woarito...................... 11 00 am 891-8119 St. Paul Lutheran Kraft Ave. & 84th St., Caledonia, Mi (Missouri Synod) "Be devoted to one another in brotherly love." Rom. 12:10 First Service...................................... 8:30 a.m Sunday School................................. 9 45 a m. (Fellowship Coffee 9:45 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.) Bible Classes..................................10:00 a.m. Second Service.............................. 11:00 a.m. (All Services have a Nursery available) Rev. Robert Gerke Office: 891 -8688 Church: 891 -9878 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 12200 Chief Noonday Road (at Gun Lake) Barrier Free / Programs for All Ages Sunday Worship 10:00 am Sunday School 11:15 a.m ‘’Family Night” 6 00 p m hupmng, Fosriw, Church Office Phone — 795-9266 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto, Michigan 49302 Phone 795-7076 School Youth Group and Adult Classes For information call: Wednesday Cornerstone Wesleyan Church Pastor Jeffrey Lee Includes Adventure Club, Choir* for Children and Adult*. High Rev. Lynn Wagner — 795-3798 Rev. Carroll Fowler — 765-5316 cEiir (Old tHinir ^rthorfist (Church Services — Sunday School 10-00 a m Morning Worship .................. 1100 a_m. Evening Worship................................ .6:00p.m. Sunday School.................................... 9:45-10:45 Wednesday Night “Family Night”...... 6:45-8:15 Wayland, Michigan 49348 • 795-7903 “God Cares for You" Meeting at the Comer of Wood School Rd. and Wing Rd. Children’s Church/Youth Worship during morning service*. Caraway St puppet ministry for K4th during evening service* 891-8028 MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Barner Free • M-37 between Caledonia & Middleville Sunday School................... 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship.............. 11:00 a m. Evening Worship................. 6.00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting/ Children's Classes..........7:00 p.m. Rayle Bailard, Pastor - 868-6437 - Rdeuvu, hnful The Reorganized CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST of Latter Day Saints 8146 68th Si near Whitneyville Ave Church School, Sunday............................ 10:00 a m Morning Worship........ 11 00 a.m. Evening Worship........... 6:00 p.m. Wed. Fellowship........... 7:30 p.m. (in homes or church) call Pastor Lloyd DeVormer Sr. 897-7407 �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml I August 2, 1994 I Page 5 Mountain bike facility getting closer to reality by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Mountain bikers soon may be wheeling their way to Middleville That is if the action token by the Middleville Village Coun­ cil last Tuesday becomes reality. The council unanimously approved "in principle" a proposal to turn the old "Ski Hill” property into the Mid­ dleville Mountain Bike Park and Race Facility. The proposal was made to the council by Jeff Dionne of Grand Rapids, one of the part­ ners who is working on the development of the facility. Steve Nagelkerke of Zeeland, his partner, was in Colorado meeting with a Garrett Jonker-Slayton received an "Outstanding Works Award" in the China mountain bike company in International Invitation Contest. He does most of his drawing as port of the 4-H Gunnison that might be will­ ing to be a corporate sponsor Artfully Done Club. Displayed are just a few of the items that he entered in the for the undertaking. fair this year. In the written proposal that was first taken to the council's Parks and Recreation Com­ mittee, Dionne gives a plan of development for the park. During the first year, he an­ ticipates cleaning up the grounds and developing an main there as a gift from “I wanted to paint by Margaret Fowler established mountain trail bike Michigan to the people of something that would show a Staff Writer loop trail of two miles; repain­ little about life in the U.S..’’ China. An oil pastel and water col­ ting the existing building to be After a family trip to said Garrett. or painting done by 11-yearused as a shelter for events; Hawaii, Garrett decided to "When my painting was old Garrett Jonker-Slayton has setting up permanent parking paint a picture of a person sur­ chosen to go to China. I just found a permanent home in areas, keeping lawns mowed; fing on a large wave, thought it was a gift.” he said. China. putting up a new sign; holding something he saw in Hawaii “I didn’t know there was a Garren has been given an weekly training sessions for Originally, the painting was contest, too.” “Outstanding Works Award” the summer months, and done as a 4-H project for the Garrett was surprised when at the China International In­ holding major races beginning Artfully Done Club that is he got word of the award. vitation Contest of Children’s in September. lead by Bonnie Slayton, his “Most of the time when 1 Paintings for his painting Dionne explained to council mom. during the time they paint or draw. I do it for The Tidal Wave " that this would create more were studying China. 4-H.” Garrett explained. His was just one of hun­ local jobs, and generate addi­ The paintings were to be “With the fair and all. I just dreds of paintings and draw tional business for local entered in a Michigan 4-H didn't think about it ” ings that were sent from 17 merchants. Garrett's art including program that would select countries to Sichuan Province several from thousands sub­ sculpture, collage and other in China for the contest. mitted to send to China as things, as well as pictures, Garrett’s painting was ex­ gifts. earned 16 ribbons at the Barry hibited in China and will re­ County Fair. He also has had the oppor­ tunity to attend a six-week from 4 summer art program for kids ter. Just one of those things in Grand Rapids at the Ken­ but it’s a challenge. dall School of Art and Design. Johnny and Cay, I think, that happen. When Garrett isn’t sket­ are planning on coming this Like everything else. I Sunday to see me because it's guess, you get too excited, ching or being “crafty,” he my birthday. They’re going to and your dinner and water and fills his time with soccer, come if Dad’s well enough. If foods are different. And I’m baseball, water skiing and not. we’ll see if someone else not used to drinking swimming with the TK Tritons. can come and get me when chlorinated water. Garren also plays piano. I’m ready to come home Aug. Mostly excitement, Middleville boy’s ‘Tidal Wave’ painting a gift to China NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS, 3. It’s a “hen of a time” to get a cold, but I’ve got a good one and am still struggling with some of it. but it’s getting bet­ however. I’m thinking. Lot’s of other folks seem to have cold too. I guess that's about it for now. ‘Verve Pipe’ concert set for Aug. 12 The rock band "Verve Pipe” will be in concert at 7:30 p.m. Friday. Aug. 12, at the grandstand at the Barry County Expo on M-37 between Hastings and Middleville. Also featured during the evening will be "The Rain. ” Gates will open at 6 p.m. The concert is being spon­ sored by the Thornapple Kellogg High School Band Boosters For more information, call 795-2130 Serving Our Country The training session would bring an estimated 100-150 riders to Middleville with the actual races bringing in about 300-600 riders, according to Dionne. His plans for the second and third years of operation in­ clude working closely with the village, holding both spring and fall races and a full sum­ mer training series, further improving the building by­ enclosing and adding water and electric, putting on moun­ tain bike race camps and clinics, expanding the spon sorship of the facility, and establishing the park as a premier mountain bike facility. Dionne explained that mountain biking is a rapidly growing sport that attracts a large number of athletes both young and old. Due to the growth and the fact that many of the cross country mountain biking courses are on state land, many of those sites are only for recreational use and races cannot be held there, accor­ ding to Dionne. That is why he and Nagelkerke would like to establish a permanent facility that could hold races as well as weekly training sessions. Eventually. Dionne would like to see the park become a premier facility that would make Middleville synonymous with mountain bike racing. Dionne and Nagelkerke’s proposal was well received by the council and other village officials. However. Village Planner Jason Cherry cautioned them on jumping into this before considering all of the ramifications and legalities involved. That is why the council chose to support the plan only "in principle" at this time The pair must present a for­ mal plan and site plan to the village, along with determin­ ing the cost and amount of time on a lease. Dionne was optimistic about being able to bring that information back to the coun­ cil. possibly as soon as the Monday. Aug 8. meeting In other business. the village council: — Voted not to sell two lots in the Middleville Industrial Park to two different parties because the businesses they proposed did not fit into the usage plans for the industrial park — Briefly discussed the development of a priority list for the village manager — Was informed that there have been a large number of complaints about barking dogs. Village Managrt Ev Manshum said that the county was doing virtually nothing to assist, even though several calls had been made He requested that the coun­ cil again take a look at the possibility of a village or­ dinance to be used in handling the problems — Heard a brief introduc­ tion by Cathy Williamson, a Middleville resident who is one of the candidates for the 87th District State House of Representatives scat TERRY GEIGERRepublican for State Representative 87th District COMMITMENT DEDICATION EXCELLENCE JOIN US IN ENDORSING TERRY GEIGER "Terry is the strongest possible candidate for the job." —State Representative Bob Bender "We need Terry's leadership in Lansing." —State Representative Ken Sikkema "We endorse Terry Geiger because he understands the importance of agriculture." — Michigan Farm Bureau AgriPac "Terry Geiger understands the importance of strong family values." — Michigan Right to Life "Terry understands the importance of keeping our communities strong —Michigan Realtors Association VOTE AUGUST 2ND • REPUBLICAN PRIMARY A COMMITMENT TO US Shawn I). Herman cornerstone rg realty inc. 4611 N. Middleville Road - M ddleville 795-7933 891-1551 681-2834* pm Manne CpI Shawn D. Her­ man. son of Das id E and Sherrill Herman of 440 Fran­ cis St . Nashville, was recent­ ly promoted to his present rank while serving with Head­ quarters and Headquarters Squadron. Marine Corps Air Station New River. Jackson­ ville. N.C. He joined the Manne Corps in September 1990. Pod tor by Geiger tor Stole Representative. P O Box 88, Woodland, Ml 48897 0088 �Page 6 I The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml I August 2. 1994 [engagement Eisner- Stayton Mr and Mrs. Wayne Eisner announce the engage­ ment of their daughter Terri Ann to Johnnie Ronald Stayton Jr., son of Carrol Stayton of Hastings and John nie Ronald Stayton Sr. of Holly The bride-to-be graduated from Hastings High School in 1993 and is working for Skyline Building Ind The future groom graduated from Middleville High School in 1992 and is working for K & R Construction. The couple will exchange vows on Aug. 13. 1994. Kooiman -Zoet Keith and Dcana Kooiman Jr. of Middleville are proud to announce the engagement of their daughter. Michele Ranne Kooiman to Brad Allen Zoet, son of Howard and Kathy Zoet Jr. of Caledonia Michelle is a 1991 graduate of Thornapplc Kellogg and Brad is a 1990 graduate of Caledonia They both attend­ ed Grand Rapids Community College. Michele is employed by Hastings City Bank and Brad is employed by Caledonia Community Schools. An Oct. 15. 1994 wedding is planned. TK student wins ‘Show of Champions' award by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Amy Wieringa. a 16-yearold Thornapple Kellogg stu­ dent. took home the “Show of Champions” award from this year’s Barry County Fair. It is the highest possible honor a 4-Her can receive for participation in showing livestock. “1 never dreamed I’d win this." Amy said. Only the top shower in each category of animals gets to compete for the honor. Amy earned top honors in showmanship with the lambs she brought to the fair She faced competition from eight ocher 4-Hers who took top showmanship honors in ocher categories: dairy cows, steers, chickens, swine, rab­ bits. dogs, goats and horses. The nine top showers then competed against each other. All of them would show a dog. for instance, and the whole process took about 2Vi hours according to Nancy Wieringa. Amy’s mom. Amy did have an advantage because she had worked with both rabbits and pigs before. “But. I had no idea how to show a dog." Amy said. “And the horse I showed wouldn't behave. ” "Even though I've shown rabbits. I had a little trouble because 1 had a buck and there was a doe on either side of me.” Amy said. Another advantage for Amy was that she earned her award for showing sheep on Tuesday. “That gave me the rest of the week to talk to ocher kids and have them show me how to show different animals." Amy explained. Each of those competing for the top honor could earn up to 50 points per animal, making a perfect score of 450. When ail was said and done. Amy had the top number of points. 374. “But. you don’t know how you’ve done until the very end." said Amy. "The judge kept walking back and forth and behind the nine kids.” explained Nancy. “He handed the reserve award to the winner from behind, over her head. “I was making a video of all of this and I kept trying to figure out how to end it.” Nancy continued. “When the judge came and stood right in front of Amy and waited before he gave her the trophy. I was so surprised that I didn’t even get the look on her face on film!” "I was very surprised!” Amy said. “For a minute, I really didn’t believe it. " That puts Amy ’s number of trophies at ten. the same as her older sister. Tracy, who competed in 4-H for the final Amy Wieringa, a 16-year-old Middleville student, was both pleased and surprised to win the 4-H Show of Champions trophy at this year's Barry County Fair. time this year. “After 1 won. Tracy said she taught me everything I know.” Amy laughed. Younger sister Katie, who is 8 years old and the same age that Amy was when she started showing animals, decided that it was going to be her turn to win trophies now. “Katie wasn't sure about this." said Amy. “Now she’s hooked. ’ ’ What’s next on Amy’s docket? She plans to show lambs at the Michigan State Fair that will be held in Detroit at the end of August Redman and King exchange wedding vows Alice King and Scott Red man were united in matrimony on April 9th at St Rose Catholic Church in Hastings. The bride is the daughter of Joan and Bob Hermenitt of Middleville and Pete and Jeanetta King of Centerville, Tenn., and the groom, tthe son of Karen and Larry Redman of Hastings. Matron of honor was Ar- Phone 795-3345 ...for Sun & News ACTION ADS! minda Lipscomb, cousin of the bride Bridesmaids were Jill Brighton and Laura Wallace. Flower girl was Jane Rayner. Best man was Brian Red­ man, brother of the groom. Groomsmen were Brad Thayer and Chad McKeever and ringbearer was Nicholas Wallace. Ushers were John King and Aaron Newberry. Geraldine Neil 80th birthday The family of Geraldine (Williams) Neil would like to invite friends and family to an open house to celebrate Gerry’s 80th birthday. The open house will be held on Aug. 7, from I to 4 p.m. at Peace Reformed Church on M-37 north of Middleville. 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Ml I August 2, 1994 / Page 7 Middleville nurse is famous for making house calls by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Doctors making house calls is a practice that has pretty mudh fallen by the wayside. But. there is still a way to get home health care par­ ticularly for an illness that re­ quires regular treatment. That care can still be gotten at home. And. it is being pro­ vided by nurses. Denise Schuitema of Mid­ dleville is one of them. She is a registered nurse and her title is Nurse Clinician Il/Preceptor. She works through the Grand Rapids office of Caremark, which is actually “a spinoff of a phar­ maceutical company." In an average week. Schuitema sees 12 to 15 pa­ tients. all in their homes. She. another full-time nurse, and two part-time nurses share the territory that includes all of the western half of the Lower Peninsula and the Upper Peninsula “Pam (the other full-time nurse) and I averaged out how many miles we travel in a month." Schuitema said. “It runs around 3.500 miles." So. just what are the advan­ tages of this home health care system, both for the patient and the caregivers?" Schuitema had worked in a more traditional hospital set­ ting for the first six years of her career. She started at Pennock Hospital for a short time and then moved on to Butterworth. Even though those jobs of­ fered more regular and predicable hours. Schuitema felt drawn to the ever-going home health care nursing. “When you work in a hospital, there are so many things you have to do." she said “You really didn't have the chance to spend much quality time with any one patient “ That is one part of her job now that she truly enjoys. “I like going to the patient's home. “If a decision has to be made about their treatment, it can be made w ithout having to talk to someone else first," she explained. “And the pa­ Caremark home health core nurse Denise Schuitema (right) chats with Sharon tient has a greater say in what Habin, a patient she visits who has Lyme disease. Schuitema checks Habin vital is happening to them signs while she receives medication through an IV. Schuitema has additional training that includes Home health care is also “It is really important that I places a huge confidence in background in treating onam able to spend a lol of time you." she said. "And it’s more cost effective. colgy (cancer) patients. She stresses the fact that with these people because scary." "Working one-on-one with they are going through huge, Schuitema feels that many much of her work is spent on the patient gives me more mental difficulties.’’ more people will chose to training someone, cither the autonomy and allows me to Schuitema said. have their illnesses treated at patient or another person in use the nursing expertise I the home, to do what is “I need to to be able to home. have." she said. spend more time with them Present statistics seem to necessary for the patient. Schuitema believes that just talking and listening to back that up as the home And according to people do better w hen they are help them work things health care services business Schuitema, “Health care in in their own environment grows and becomes more and surers are finally beginning to through." when they a dealing with a catch on." Schuitema said that this is more competitive. chronic illness or facing probably the hardest part of death her job. By visiting them in- their "You always get attached, homes, she feels she can give you become friends, and they “much more quality time." put a lot of trust in what you Schuitema sees a lot of say and do." she explained. children, particularly those One patient of Schuitema's NEW! Casual wear NEW! who have cystic fibrosis, is just waiting for death. & Sportswear cancer or some type of im­ The patient and her family TANNERS: 2 Booths & 2 Deluxe Beds 4 mune deficiency decided it was time to stop all - OPEN “These kids just want to be life-prolonging measures. We use and MxmUv * • to • recommend as normal as they can. They • h. J But. they wouldn't make products by IS* MNX* cnUtN tXMtXJNT M> W.toeU.t don't want to spend a lot of that decision until they had time in a hospital for a treat­ talked it over with Schuitema Caledonia Village Center (M-37) • 891-9257 ment," Schuitema said. "By — As Ahvays, Walk-ins Are Welcome — first. treating them in their homes, “Sometimes, someone just they can get on with life." She said that you do become part of the family , especially when making regular visits. “One little girl I’ve taken care of has a number of health problems," Schuitema said. "She has even had to have blood infusions at home. For­ tunately, we are trained to do that as well as the things that visiting nurses do. “The little girl and her family have such a great at­ titude about all of this that when she needs something This auction represents 60 years of collection by the late Paul like the infusion, they’ll have a big party. Edgecomb of Hastings and his son Don Edgecomb of Lake Odessa. “I’m there at least eight FROM HASTINGS: M-43 north to Woodland, north at blinker (Main St/Woodland Rd.) 2 6 hours and it really is a miles to Eagle Point Drive, west on Eagle Point Drive to auction. celebration for them. FROM LANSING: M-43 west to 66 & 50, west on 50 3.4 miles to Woodland Rd., south on No party is complete Woodland Rd. 1.2 miles to Eagle Point Drive, west on Eagle Point Drive to auction. without taking pictures. FROM LAKE ODESSA: M-50 east .8 mile to Woodland Rd , south on Woodland Rd to Eagle Schuitema didn't think Point Drive, west on Eagle Point Drive to auction much about it until she receiv­ ed a picture of herself and the National Cash Register made by the Remington Arms Company (very nice); Grandfather little girl (getting her infusion) Clock; 35 1/8 scale tractors; 3 registers from the Tinkham House in Grand Ledge date 1888, with a big smile Gamewell Co. standing Fire Alarm 8867 (excellent); Elgin 17 jewel silver pocket watch; Elgin "I’ve never had that hap­ 10 K gold, 15 jewel pocket watch; 1 Illinois 17 jewel pocket watches, Seth Thomas silver pen. But. I carry that picture pocket watch; Waltham 14 k gold, 17 jewel pocket watch; Waltham 17 jewel pocket watch, 2 with me because it reminds very nice fishing creels; 2 oak rocking chairs; oak end tables; grain cart used for coffee me that the work 1 do is table; round game table; square game table; trunk; crocks, walnut surveyor pole; candy important. dispenser; 4- drawer oak map cabinet; hanging barn desk; oak cabinet; garden tools, some “And that it helps people be small hand tools; ammo boxes; wash board; 2 ironing boards; oak display cases, tobacco more comfortable." she said. tines; white pitcher & bowl set; lamps; oak tables; chairs, paper cutter; lap top desk on Schuitema also has patients stand; Stanley tool box 861 and Stanley tool box 862; Cupboards, 2 wooden medicine w ith temporary problems like cabinets; platform scale; medical scale (not old); 2 school desks; Wards oak treadle sewing an infant who had an infection machine; vanity table; Brandt Automatic Cashier; change makers, Victor Victrola (W-1X that required having IVs with 414230); Harmochord portable organ; 2 oak commodes; half 3 leg round table; 2 foot stools, anitbiotics m them tw ice a day 24” wood stools; old Craftsman carpenter level, variety of banks and change makers, tor four days. standing cupboards; hanging cupboards, metal carburetor display case, Glasco Coca Cola “If we couldn't have taken cooler, oak bed; lightning rod; oak chair; American Beauty iron; metal toy trucks and care of that baby, he would dozer, old hardware, Singer table top sewing machine; wood frame mirror; wash stand with have had to stay in the hospital ringer, under the table cash register; 2 man cross cut saw 2 harness maker s tack stools; for four more days instead of roll top desk (very nice, not old); oak glass sliding doors; 40-50 pieces of hand painted craft coming home with his fami­ items ly." Schuitema said. “This way his mom could get more rest, too." Not all of Schuitema's pa­ JIM LUMBERT - AUCTIONEER tients hase a bright or lengthy 517 W. GRAND ST. outllook HASTINGS, Ml She does visit several peo­ ple who have terminal il­ lnesses and are facing death soon New Design Full Service Family Hair Styling Salon Denise Schuitema, R.N., and nurse clinician and preceptor for a home healthcare service, always dou­ ble checks her bag to be sure she'll have everything she needs for a home visit. - WANTED Secondary certified adult education teacher in the subject areas of English, Math and Science to teach evening classes. Send resume to Chris Boysen, TK Community Education, 3885 Bender Rd., Middleville, Ml 49333. OIL & STRIPE Sunflower Mix Bird Feed - OFF 50 lb. Bags (While they last — limited supply) Caledonia Farmers Elevator 136 E. Main Street • Caledonia 891-8108 • Open 6 Davs a Week AUGUST 6,1994 Saturday Afternoon — 1:00 p.m. Sharp! 644 EAGLE POINT DRIVE, LAKE ODESSA, Ml ~ APPLETREE AUCTIONEERING (616) 945-5983 �Page 8 I The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml I August 2, 1994 Alto kicker takes ‘write’ way to World Cup games by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Every once in a while, moms do come up with a good idea, however hair brained it might seem at the time Thirteen-year-old Adam Sobczak of Alto might con­ cede that point after winning an all-expenses paid trip to the World Cup Soccer Games in Los Angeles, thanks to some urging from his mom. Jill During one of Adam s in­ door soccer games last March, she spotted a notice about an essay contest for young soccer players that of­ fered winners a trip to the World Cup Games, courtesy of Snickers, a sponsor of the games. Players entering the contest had to write an essay in which the) defined ’fair play." and then gave an example of what he or she did to promote fair play on the field In the final part of the essay. Adam would have to explain what he would do if the referee called a foul on him. and he disagreed w ith the call “I thought, gee. Adam s a good writer and he's a good sport on the field, he should give this a try." Jill recalled But then she noted with dismay that the deadline for entering the contest was the next day “I told Adam he should Adam Sobczak found his writing skills go hand in hand with his athletic skills when he won an essay contest and on all-expenses-paid trip to the World Cup Soccer Games in Los Angeles. Snickers, the contest sponsor and a backer of the Games, provided the 18 winners other souvenirs also, including this set of commemorative pins honoring each country participating in this year i World Cup. _ • Homeowner* ** Ce*h Fast * •Hl and 2nd Mortgag* purchaa* or ratnanca n arxl rontraa financing • Homo or I Un.al Property ’Stow C/adif O.K. ConsoUdenon etc Teel Eaay Xal 24 Hour* Altaian* Monge** A Finance Corp 800 968 2221 FREE Pre-QuaiNicaUon write something up for this and enter it any wav." said Jill “So be did He sat down and wrote it. his sister quick typed it up and we faxed it in.” As if the fates were conspir­ ing against them, they even had trouble finding a fax machine, she added That was March 15. A week later. Adam was surprised to receive a letter telling him he was a “preliminary finalist." The first week of April, he and some of his family travel­ ed to Alabama during spring break. As they wearily turned into their driveway April 10. after the long trip home, there was Tom Sobczak. Adam s dad. greeting them and wav­ ing a letter for his son. It was from Snickers, and the letter told Adam he was to come to Chicago for a per­ sonal interview for the Fair Play contest. Inside were two round-trip plane tickets... for a flight leaving Grand Rapids that day. Without changing from their travel garb. Adam and his mother rushed to the air­ port. missing the scheduled flight, but catching seats on the next. “To top it all off. this was the first plane trip for either Adam or me." Jill said. They arrived, “almost on time." despite the flight delay, and joined the other young finalists and their families who were there for the interview. WHY ARE THESE THE FASTEST MOVING BALERS AROUND? ■ Self-cleaning diamond-tread belts give you fast bale starts, and keep leaves in the bale. SEE THEM k HERE! j ■ 5 models available, for bales from 750 up to 2,000 pounds. Including the new 385 Baler, with its 4-foot wide, 1,050-pound bales. ■ Surface wrap (available on 435 and 535) speeds haling while protecting hay quality. Adam and five other winners of the Snickers essay contest carry the company's Fair Play banner on to the Rose Bowl field, just ahead of the U.S. World Cup soc­ cer team. Adam is second from the left. “You have to picture the scene," said Jill. “There were all these kids, dressed up. the boys in their suits or sport coats and ties, and here's Adam and me. still in our grubby travel clothes. He had on his soccer shorts and a sweatshirt, and we were just drained from all the travel." "He came out of the inter­ view. and said. 'You know. Mom. the suits are going to get it.’" Adam decided to chalk the whole thing up to a good ex­ perience; he did. after all. get his first plane trip out of his effort. But mothers believe. “I thought he could win it all along," asserted Jill. And he did. On May 9. the letter arrived congratulating Adam on his selection as one of Snickers 18 "Fair Play Ambassadors." The winners were divided into three groups of six. with each group to carry the com­ pany's Fair Play banner on to the field at one of the World Cup Game sites. Adam's destination? Los Angeles, where he would help carry out the gold banner ahead of the U.S. team before it played one of the World Cup favorites, Columbia. “The game was the best part of the trip." said Adam, who got to watch from the 50-yard line as the U.S. team scored its exhilarating 2-1 upset over the favorite. “It was how they won that was so exciting. Columbia was one of the favorites, and we beat a good team. That says a lot for U.S. soccer, because we weren’t supposed to advance. Our team wasn't supposed to be very good at all." The boys even got to meet the team, though only briefly, as the players were under heavy security at all times. “Colby Jones did talk to all of us kids and he wished us good luck." Adam added However, he said John Harkes was probably his favorite of the U.S. players. Adam said he thought American kids would unders­ tand the game of soccer better after getting to see the World Cup Games. "A lot of kids think you have to score to be a gocxl soc­ cer player." said Adam, who is a midfielder. "But I think kids who wat­ ched the World Cup Games realized just how important defense is in soccer." Besides getting to lead the U.S. team on to the field and watch the game from some of the best seats in the house, the contest winners and one of their parents also enjoyed an all-expenses-paid, two-day stay in Los Angeles. “They paid for all our meals, they took us to Univcr sal City, and they even gave us money there to cover our lunch," Adam said. The Snickers Company also paid for all air and ground transportation and the hotel accommodations, plus provid­ ed their young ambassadors with special uniforms to wear on the field. The company rewarded their winners with other souvenir clothing, soc­ cer shoes and a soccer travel bag as well. Each winner received a set of commemorative pins representing each country in the World Cup Games, and even the accompanying parent received some souvenir clothing. “I really enjoyed being in the Rose Bowl and the fans were just terrific." said Jill "They were all dressed up. and the enthusiasm there was really fun "And the U.S. team was so up for the game. It was 110 degrees on the field, and they just never quit They really gave it their all. " Adam, who will be a freshman at Caledonia High School, clearly gives the sport his all. too. A soccer player "about as long as I can remember.” Adam most recently has played for the Michigan Eagles, a select team in the West Michigan Youth Soccer Association. It was during one of his WMYS games in Kalamazoo that his mom saw the notice about the Snickers essay contest. This fall, when the boys’ high school soccer season opens. Adam said he hopes to continue his career by playing for the C HS Fighting Scots But he looks back on the trip to the World Cup as quite an experience, though he said he still can’t quite believe how it all worked out. But his mom says when she saw that contest notice, she just knew that he could win, and you just don’t argue with your mother Write? Write! ■ Stop in and check all the features. 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For more info. call...336-3265 or 897-6050 �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / August 2, 1994 / Page 9 Water study approved for northwest area of Caledonia Township from its Caledonia location to a newer and larger building in Kentwood The manager of Sterling Color said the com­ pany. formerly housed at the Valley Point East Industrial Park, had enjoyed its Caledonia location, but a building large enough to han­ dle expanded business was not readily available in Caledonia The board’s con­ sent to the transfer of employ­ ment is necessary for Sterling Color to receive a tax abate­ ment from the City of Kentwood. — Approved rezoning pro­ perty owned by Charles and Janie Wiersum at 8885 76th Street from R-l Low Density Single Family to Rural Residential. The rezoning was recommended by the Planning Commission, and the board had conducted a first reading of the request at its June meeting. — Held a second reading Water Gardening for and then approved a "deferred compensation’’ or­ Waler lilac*, water plants, goldfish and koi Also installa dinance that allows the turn of waterfalls and ponds township planner to put some of his earnings into a A pot's landscaping volunteer deferred compensa­ Company • sw iow tion plan. or call for an appointment to vurt — Accepted the Campau our ponds and water gardens at Lake Sewer Committee report 9340 Kalamaux), Caledonia on the new sewer district. (See related story.) — Held first readings on the Caledonia Rent All Plann­ ed Unit Development and on an amendment to the Gourmet Foods International PUD. (See related story.) — Voted 5-1 to support a request from Township DOOR, INC. Assessor Tom Doane to ap­ “Where the customer comes first" peal the state’s adjustment of property taxes on some of the township's agricultural pro­ perties. Doane said in a letter to the board that he did not ob­ ject to the state’s adjusting RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL taxes, but to the criteria the state used in making its deci­ Member of the Grand Rapids Homebuilders Association sion. He claimed that the state is using different criteria than s’;"2»,ra that used by the township 3086 92nd S.E., Caledonia___________ assessors. Jousma cast the “nay” vote. by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Planned high density development in the township’s northwest section prompted the Caledonia Township Board to approve a preliminary water survey for the area The survey, now under way. is expected to be com­ pleted by the end of the sum­ mer. and will analyze needs for both drinking water and fire protection. Township Consulting Engineer Randy Wilcox of Wilcox and Associates told the board at its July 20 meeting that the analysis was "much needed" because of recently-approved high densi­ ty residential developments on 76th Street. Both a mobile home park and a condominium develop­ ment will be constructed on 76th Street between Kraft and Patterson avenues once sanitary sewer lines are in­ stalled along the street. In addition. 68th Street has seen the continuing develop­ ment of light industrial and commercial projects, and the stretch of Patterson Avenue between 68th and 76th streets has been designated for light industrial use. Township Supervisor Tom Garbow said he has sent out letters asking developers in the area whether they would help finance a public water system in the area. Wilcox said there may be some fun­ ding available to help finance the actual study. "The high density residen­ tial. manufacturing and com­ mercial uses in the area are well-suited to a public water system," Wilcox added. Members of the board were receptive to the idea of a water study. "With the growth we’ve got, I don’t think we have a choice on this," said Trustee Gordon Jousma. In other action, the board: — Approved a Transfer of Employment Resolution, allowing Sterling Color Pro­ cess to move its 35 employees "zylstrA' GARAGE DOORS AND OPENERS Middleville 4-Hers attend fair Middleville 4-H members exhibiting non-livestock items are; front row, left to right Chelsea Snow, best of show for a pillow and Dustin Snow, best of show for a glass etching. Second row, left to right, Nikki Belson, first in crafts, Mary Hesseltine, crafts and a best of show in emergency preparedness and Robin Hesseltine, crafts Annual ‘Macker1 photo deadline set for Aug. 12 Did your Caledonia or Mid­ dleville Macker team win one of those coveted trophies dur ing this summer’s round of Gus Macker tournaments? Whether a division, sport­ smanship or toilet bowl cham­ pionship. show off your team's accomplishment by sending the Sun and News a photo of your team with its trophy. We’ll be running our annual ‘‘Macker Page” in the paper s August I6 edition. All Macker photos will be published at this time only. Deadline for sending or br inging in photos is Friday. August 12. Photos may be either color or black and white, but bright, clear photos will reproduce %e best. Be sure to identify each team member (from left to right) and the name of the team, along with what award you won and where you won Photos become the property of the paper unless you in­ clude a stamped, sell addressed return envelope Photos and return envelopes should be sent to Barbara Gall. Sun and News. 1952 Broadway. Hastings. Ml 49058. TERRY GEIGER Republican for State Representative • 87th District COMMITMENT • DEDICATION • EXCELLENCE • Sales • Service • Installation 698-7242 FITNESS • F CD R Two Personal Trainers On Staff V CD Call for details. Endorsed by Michigan Right to Life Terry Geiger is a family man whose strong traditional values play a vital role in keeping the community strong. Personalized Exercise Programs Massage Therapist Available Terry Geiger meets with Joanna Haddix, Chairperson Barry County Right to Lift. TERRY GEIGER— Endorsed by Michigan Realtors Association LJ • MIDDLEVILLE’S FITNESS FACILITY Step Aerobics TERRY GEIGER— Terry Geiger understands the importance of keeping our community strong. Terry Geiger 'eceses tetter of endorsement 'rom Audrey Burdick. President Bany Eaton Board of Realtors “I have always been committed to making things better our schools, our government, our community... our future. I pledge the same level of commitment to you as your state representative.” — Terry Geiger VOTE AUGUST 2ND • REPUBLICAN PRIMARY A COMMITMENT TO US MfNURSERY SCHEDULE 8 AM to I I AM and 6 PM to 8 PM Monday-Friday 4695 N. MIDDLEVILLE RD. ■ 795-4319 Fl Just north of the MiddleVilla Inn (behind Dr. Showermans) SUMMER HOURS: Mon.-Fri. 6 am-8 pm; Sat. 8 am-1 pm Pad for by Geiger for Stale Representative. P O Box 88. Woodland, Ml 48897-0088 �Page 10 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I August 2, 1994 Thornapple Roofing & Siding Vinyl Siding Replacement Windows Free Estimates Licensed Builder 795-2039 Caledonia Auto Parts... ‘FOR ALL YOUR CAR & TRUCK CARE NEEDS’ Complete line of Parts and Accessories and Car Care Products 891-4085 STORE 227 E. Main St., Caledonia Your "Hometown” Auto Parts Store ||l Middleville 4-H members show skills at the fair OPEN: Monday-Friday 8 Io 6; Saturday 8 to 2 Middleville 4-H members showing animals and non-livestock are front row, left to right: Nicholas Love, intermediate pig showman; Amy Wieringa. Show of Champions winner, senior lamb showman and overall lamb showman; Chandra Wenger, beef and pigs; Jennifer Wasikowski, novice sheep showman, grand champion individual sheep and reserve champion pen of sheep; Amy Dykstra, beef and Chad Lettinga, supreme champion dairy cow and grand champion Holstein. Second row: Susanne VanDefifer, hogs and crafts; Danielle Erway, pigs; Janine Dykstra, beef and crafts; Stacy VanDefifer, hogs and crafts; Katie Wierenga, hogs and Holly Corson, hogs and non-livestock. Third row: Renee Robertson, first individual hog weight class, first in pen of hogs; Nikki Belson, best of show male cat with a Tiffany mix, and grand champion cat; Tom Steensma. sheep and rabbits, Renee Ellinger, best of breed in any other rabbits, senior novice rabbit showman and first in rabbit skill-a-thon and sheep; Betsy Steensma, sheep, rabbits and nonlivestock; Annie Cnossen, hogs and a pie; Josh Cnossen, pigs and a painting and Nina Cowham, hogs and a pie. Do-It-Yourself and Save! 10% Off Any Pole Barn Bring in your ideas and we will help you custom design your own special package. We offer free planning and delivery. just Arrived...New Shipment of Farm Gates & Hay Feeders wheeling Steel Wheeling Corrugating Company $*157 ■ lin. ft. 15 colors to choose from. Custom lengths. Red Barn Paint Asphalt Patch Oil Base • 1 Gallon 66# Bag $449 Driveway Sealer Dewitt Asphalt Aluminum 5 Gallon Non-Fibered • 5 Gallon $599 $33" All items cash and carry. DURKEE LUMBER 6071 Depot Street. Alto • 868-6026 (KOK CREDIT' HOURS Mon-Fn 7 30-5 Sat 8 a m -12 noon NOTICE of PUBLIC HEARING on INCREASING PROPERTY TAXES The Township Board of the Township of Yankee Springs will hold a public hearing on a propos­ ed increase of .0267 mills in the operating tax millage rate to be levied in 1994. The hearing will be held on 11th day of August at 7:30 p.m. at Yankee Springs Township Hall, 284 N. Briggs Rd., Middleville, Michigan 49333. The date and location of the meeting to take action on the proposed additional millage will be announced at this public meeting. If adopted, the proposed additional millage will increase operating revenues from ad valorem property taxes 3.0% over such revenues generated by levies permitted without holding a hearing. The taxing unit publishing this notice, and iden­ tified below, has complete authority to establish the number of mills to be levied from within its authorized millage rate. This notice is published by: Yankee Springs Township 284 N. Briggs Rd. Middleville, Ml 49333 616-795-9091 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / August 2. 1994 I Pane 11 MIDDLEVILLE Official Village Council Minutes July 12. 1994 President Myers colled the meeting to order ot 7:00 p m. Present: Bray. French. Oliver. Schellinger, Stagray and VondenBerg Absent None Guests: Morgoret Fowler from the Sun and News. Dean no Kooiman. Keith Kooimon. Don Porker Mark Lee. Ron Burning Rod Kenyon, ond Craig Patterson Minutes of the June 28. 1994 regular meeting were approved as read with the correction of in­ serting additional expenditures ond spelling of council Minutes of the Public heoring June 30. 1994 were approved as read Minutes of the Special Council Meeting June 30. 1994 were op proved with the correction of discussion ond consideration. Third paragraph correction, for the 1994 tax billings ond delete annual ond commmencing. Agenda approved as printed. Schellinger moved the June printed bills be paid. Support by VondenBerg. Ayes all. Carried VondenBerg moved that Council send Patrolman Jeff Nieuwenhuis to Pressure Point Control Tactics System for a three day workshop at a cost of $195 00 Support by French Ayvs all. Carried. Trustee French updated Coun­ cil on the Planning Commission meetings Bray moved that Council hire Sur Pur Seal Inc for on opprox imate cost of $9 961.11 (Local Streets $8 747.67 ond Motor Streets $1,213.44) to apply sealant to various Village Streets Support by VondenBerg Ayes all. Corned Schellinger moved that Coun Cil approve the previous paid bills in connection with new wastewater treatment plant Detroit Legal News $1,106.25 Midwest Bonk Note Co $1 544 00 and Moody s Investors Service $4 900 00 Support by VondenBerg Ayes oil. Carried Schellinger moved that Coun­ cil pay Bowne $7,800.00. Stan­ dard 4 Poor s $4 200 00 Erhardt Construction $210,312 00 Mika Meyers. Beckett. $6,516.63. and Pretn & Newhof, P C. $2,791.40. in connection with new wastewater treatment plant Support by Stogray. Ayes all. Carried. Schellinger moved that Coun­ cil change the date of the first Council meeting of each month from the second T uesdoy of each month to the second Monday of eoch month, for one year For the purpose of approving the Dykstra’s Preferred Poured Walls, Inc. • Poured basement walls • Flatwork • Farm work ROB DYKSTRA, Owner 10698 Finkbeiner Rd., Middleville 7QE 7C74 / / O f *▼ $ SUMMER JOBS $ Packers of Quality Frozen Vegetables General Labor and Truck Drivers (Must have COL) — ALL JOB SEEKERS — Retirees and Housewives If You Need Extra $$ DAYS AND NIGHTS AVAILABLE ...need approximately mid-July and August Call 616/374-8837 for additional information. Apply Monday thru Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. TWIN CITY FOODS, INC. 1315 Sherman St., Lake Odessa, Ml E.O.E. Wastewater Treatment project construction expenditures prior to the Barry County Commis­ sioners meeting. Support by Stogray Ayes all. Corned. Council ond Patrolman Jeff Nieuwenhuis reviewed the June Police Activity Report French moved that Council ratify the Village attorney s ac­ tion of placing a $3 000 00 option on the Penn Central Railroad corridor south of the Village. Support by VondenBerg. Ayes all Carried Attorney Youngs ma updated Council on C-Tec Coble TV. Oliver moved that Council authorize attorney John Pessal to represent the Village of Mid­ dleville before the Federal Com­ munications Commission in regards to charges against C-Tec Cable. Support by Stogray. Ayes all Carried Council and Manager Manshum reviewed the Manager s Report Mark Lee P.E. from Prein & Newhof presented to Council informtion on Jet Tech SBR Com­ puter System Discussion held. French moved that Council direct Prein and Newhof to prepare a change order that would allow the Village to purchase a Omniflo 486 PC SCADA Computer Base System for the Village Wastewater Treatment Plant. Support by Bray Ayes all. Carried. Oliver moved that Council authorize Manager Manshum to bid $14.600 00 on a 1987 Ford 800 Dump Truck from the city of Portland Support by Bray. Ayes all. Carried Rod Kenyon representing the Cider Mill Trailer Park approach­ ed Council asking permission to store sand from the Cider Mill Trailer Park on Village property. This matter turned over to Property Committee for r ecommenda t ion. Manager Manshum updated Council in regards to the logo sign on the front of the Village hall. Council instructed Manager to check into other means of saving the logo sign. Manager Manshum updated Council on the watermain pro­ ject along Grand Rapids Street. Bray moved that Council allow the Village Manager to attend a one doy seminar titled Manag­ ing Multiple Priorities. September 12, 1994 at a cost of $135.00 plus lunch. Support by VondenBerg. Ayes all. Carried. Dan Parker candidate for the 87th District State Represen­ tative introduced himself to Council. Deanna ond Keith Kooiman approached Council inquiring about the purchase of lot 5 of the Industrial Park. This matter turn­ ed over to Property Committee far recommendation. Ron Burning approached Council inquiring about the pur­ chase of lot 9 of the Industrial Pork. This matter turned over to Property Committee for recommendation. Craig Patterson updated Council on Penn Central Railroad corridor. Manager Manshum presented to Council on inquiry made in regards to the old ski hill. This matter turned over to Parks and Recreation Committee for consideration. With no further business. Schellinger moved for adjourn­ ment. Support by Bray Ayes all. Carried Meeting adjourned at 9 02 p.m. Cheryl Hooper Village Clerk (100) Caledonia Ambucs v Charity Coif Classic Friday, August 19,1994 at Saskatoon Golf Club Entry Deadline: August 9, 1994 Sponsorships still available. Tee at ’1OOM and Tee & Green at S15O°° CONTACT ANY CALEDONIA AMBUCS MEMBER Synopsis YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP Regular Board Meeting July 14 1994 Meeting colled to order by London All members — 19 others present Minutes of June 9. June 27. and June 30 approved. Resolution to support 911 passed Request to sell property Cobb Lake first resolve legal matters Motion adopted to accept sex­ ton contract. Motion adopted contingent on 911 approval to change Pork to Barlow Lake. Willson Drive Assessment Roll Proceedings was adopted. Public Hearing on Oakwood sewer. Motion passed to accept Terry Lone Petitions ond to proceed. Motion passed to pay for cen­ tral air conditioning and parking lot blacktop. Motion passed to approve 'Final' copy of Zoning Ordinance. Moton passed Resident to in­ clude Owner/Tax Payer for hall rental. Motion passed to appoint Charles Misak os Constable and Liquor Inspector. Gravelyn rezoning request approved. Motion passed to pay bills. Miscellaneous reports from the Clerk. Meeting adjourned at 9:29 p.m. Harvey E. Vander Bee, Clerk (101) ‘Magic Micros’ tourney winners An "In-the-Net" micro soccer tournament was held at Grandville's Grandview Elementary July 23. A Mid­ dleville area team, the “Magic Micros" won first place in their division in this three-on-three soccer game, with scores of 7-1.8-1,8-4 and 6-5. The team includes Brian Bergakker, Justin Chavis, Miso Glavan. David Osborne, Mike Smith and Zach Truer. $ Credit Problems? Cash $ Problems? We can help. $ • Refinancing • Home Improvement • Debt Consolidation $ $ A-One Mortgage Corp. 310 44th St.. S-W*., Wyoming, Ml 49548 $ 1-800-870-2663 1$ Announcing New Models Arriving Daily for the New Section Must sell the remaining 1993 stock! 3 jLto choose from, save big $$$ ! #5806 901 * \3415 1# Bs-a ... *26,220’ 2«. ... 28,076’ 1674 Fleetwood 16x80. 2 bed . 2 bath. 40’ carport & central air.... NOW .1X1A #5885 SAVE Fleetwood 16x80 3 bed., 2 bath. #5906 SAVE Dutch 28x60 fireplace, 3 bed., 2 bath ....... !1576 NOW •Price includes tax, title, delivery, set-up & skirting Call Sandra Now at 795-7900 (Tuesdays & Thursdays call the South Division Lot: 531-1400) New Section OPEN HOUSE in August! Call for details. TRUE VALUE HOMES In Cider Mill Village A Community of Carefree Manufactured Homes Private Property Land Home Financing Available 812 RIVER BEND LANE - MIDDLEVILLE CIDER MILL VILLAGE is open weekdays except Wednesday • 795-6006 $ $ $ $ J s> $ �Page 12 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / August 2, 1994 Call for Classifieds... PLACE YOUR ADVERTISING MESSAGE HERE Rates: 5 words for $2.75 then IO* per word. If you pay in advance, you save 50* billing charge. Deadline is Friday at 4:00 p.m. For Sale Business Services PLACE A CLASSIFIED AD in this paper 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by calling 948-4450 using a touch tone phone. BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment Lawn & Garden BOAT DOCKS now stocking a complete line of Tommy Dock system. Durkee Lumber, Alto, 868-6026.__________________ COMPLETE LANDSCAP­ ING, top soil, sand, gravel, hauled and leveled. Retaining walls, relandscaping and new construction. Wc re Easy To Get A-LAWN with. 891-1843. Thank You CARD OF THANKS Thank you for your help with the bottle drive on Saturday, July 23rd. Carrie Mugridge, April Matzen, Rachael Brock, Christine Oaks, Kelly Bates, Sue Golnek and Chris Mugridge. Tom and Marge Loew GYMNASTICS IN MOTION offering pre-school through advanced classes, all ages. Also boys and girls USGF competi­ tion teams. For information call Cathy 795-7620.____________ HOMEOWNERS* CASH FAST! ‘Home and income property*Debt consolidation•Tumed down? problem credit? We can help!*Fast easy - Call 24 hours. AAA Mortgage & Finance Corp. 1-800-968-2221 Free consultation. OPEN 7 NIGHTS A WEEK FARO'S JL ITALIAN MIDDLEVILLE’S FINEST 117 West Main, Middleville Phone 795-7911 Sun.-Thurs. 3:30 to 10:30 p.m. Frl. & Sat. 3:30 to 12:30 a.m. TWO PIZZAS for ONE SPECIAL PRICE! Save up to 70% On Second Pizza NO COUPONS • NO FREE POP NO FREE DELIVERY Good Only Sunday thru Thursday (NOT VALID Friday and Saturday) Specials not valid with any other offers or Free Delivery coupon— FARO'S ITALIAN PIZZA middleville 52.OO OFF NOT VALID WITH ANY OTHER SPECIAL Plus One Free 2 Liter of Pop Take Out Only • One (1) Pet Coupon Try Our New -Old Fashioned HUDSONVILLE CHICKEN SANDWICH Hand Dipped ’ Try Our... ICE CREAM • Cones • Sundaes Malts • Shakes • • Banana Split Subs • Lasagna ^Spaghetti • Burritos Chips & Cheese AVAILABLE FREE 2 liters of Pepsi with POLEBARNS, DESIGNED TO YOUR specifications, free planning and delivery. Do it yourself or builders available. Durkee Lumber, Alto, 868-6026. __________________ TREE TRIMING AND REMOVAL, stump grinding, free estimates, fully insured, we leave your yard clean. B & B Tree Service 795-7575. TRIPLE CHECK TAX AND ACCOUNTING SERVICE. WE OFFER A COMPLETE ACCOUNTING AND TAX SERVICE. FOR APPOINT­ MENT CALL 891-1886. 9958 CHERRY VALLEY, (M37) CALEDONIA. LOCATED IN CALEDONIA PLAZA. Pets ALASKA MALAMUTE/ BLACK LAB MIX PUPS - 6 wks old. 1-female, 5-males $25.00. 891-8080. Real Estate CALEDONIA Maintenance free 4 year old ranch on beautiful 1 acre setting. 24x34’ garage, 14x24’ deck, whirlpool tub, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, main floor utility, $99,500. Call Mary Witkowski AJS Realty 957-1680 or 771-0641. CALEDON IADRASTICALLY REDUCED $149,900, Owners want sold! Fantastic ranch walkout, 8.45 acres/pond/private backyard, new oak cupboards, countertops, new roof! Attached garage pius extra 2 car garage w/pit. Jane O’Brien, 891-9668, 956-0022. The Prudential Fase Realty 81123.____________________ PLACE A CLASSIFIED AD in this paper 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by calling 948-4450 using a touch tone phone. WANTED: 100 DISTRIBU­ TORS to work from home parttime or full-time, unlimited income opportunity. Call (616) 945-5900. ______________ TRUCK CAP, SHORT BOX, nice, $50, 765-3134,________ ENVIRONMENTAL DRILL­ ING POSITION: Excellent benefits, outdoor work, CDL helpful, experience not required. Fax resumes to: 616-698-9886. National Ads GIRLS WANTED FROM MICHIGAN & INDIANA between 7-19, to compete in this year’s 7th annual 1994 Grand Rapids Pageants. Over $20,000. in prizes and scholorships. Call today, 1-800-PAGEANT, ext 6171 (1-800-724-3268). Miscellaneous CLASSIFIED AD RATES REMINDER: S4.40 for 1st 5 words; 12c each word thereafter. MAPLE VALLEY: $220 for 1st 5 words; 10c each word thereafter. SUN & NEWS: $2.75 for 1st 5 words; 10$ each word thereafter. LAKEWOOD NEWS: $2.75 for 1st 5 words; lOtf each word thereafter. 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FACTORY WORK ANTRIM COUNTY: 10 BEAUTIFUL WOODED Acres near Schuss Mountain and Jordan River. Gravel road and electricity. $13,900. $500 Down, S175/MO., 11% Land Contract Survey and Title Insur­ ance. Also 10 acres with magni­ ficent views, $22,900. Northern Land Company. 1-800-968-3118. MIDDLEVILLE SCHOOLSWATER FRONT/ AFFORDABLE, lovely older 3+ bedroom home, country setting with 133’ waterfront. Aluminum siding and large wooded yard $79,900. 616-795-9311.______________ READERS; SINCE MANY ADS ARE FROM OUTSIDE THE LOCAL AREA, PLEASE KNOW WHAT YOl ARE BUYING BEFORE SENDING MONEY. NEW HOURS .^nch Mon +n 9790 CHERRY VALLEY, M-37 - CALEDONIA � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/704/SunandNews_1994-08-09.pdf e802865cf01f7564df6926d95ff54182 PDF Text Text Hastings Publ icLibrary aww ■ F I The.jun 5 - — 1a 121 Oxrcn unu I News BULK RATE U.S. POSTAGE HzstmgsJtfl 49058 flench No. 7 Your Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas 124th Year Middleville, Michigan 49333 No. 28 / August 9, 1994 —f---121 sol Proposal A allows only 3-year 'window1 for local millage •: HSTiMGS. M. 4>. Caledonia Schools to seek 1.28 mills for technology by Barbara (jail Staff Writer The Caledonia Board of Education will ask voters Sept 27 to support the district's technology program by approving a three-year. I28mill levy. The mills will bring in an estimated $2 million over the three years, allowing the district to complete its planned technology program The money will be spent in three areas — Updating, purchasing and maintaining computers and printers for classrooms and media centers. — Training and support for the district staff in use of technology, especially as an instructional tool. - Establishing a district­ wide computer network bet­ ween schools, community groups and eventually reaching individual home computers in the district. The Sept. 27 election will give Caledonia voters a rapidly-disappearing chance to approve levying education dollars that will stay in the Caledonia schools and not be sent to the state or other area schools. Under the terms of Proposal A, which made sweeping i< This (software) system provides the teacher a tool for helping all the students in the class achieve. You can’t replace the teacher... but you can provide teachers the tools to best help their students. JJ — Judy Hoebeke changes in the way public school operations are funded, local districts have only three years in which to ask their voters for an extra three mills for special programs. Districts which have already asked for the extra millage are using the funds for programs like technology or foreign language. After 1997, according to Proposal A. a district wanting or needing extra revenue beyond what the state pro­ vides must first win approval from the majority of the districts in its intermediate school district Voters throughout Own ISD then must approve the millage, which would be levied on all properties in that ISD. Any resulting revenues would be divided among the ISD districts on a per-pupil basis. Caledonia would, therefore, have to share any future special millage revenues with much larger districts such as Grand Rapids. Wyoming and Rockford, because they are all fellow members of the Kent ISD The Caledonia School Board last spring set up a possible Sept. 27 election date on the recommendation from then Superintendent of Schools Robert Myers. The idea was that the board could keep its options open in case it needed to ask for the extra mills,” explained the new superintendent, Doug Busman, at last week’s board teochers tried out the latest in technology. The proposed technology millage would provide upgraded programs and equipment for students to use in school every day. meeting. “Now we’ve kept our op­ tions open as long as possible, and we must decide whether to ask or not and if we do ask. is it for one, two or three mills?” Busman said that the district's needs have been discussed by the building prin cipals, and they recommended the board consider the technology program and the See 'Millage on page 2 Simpson Industries employees to consider union by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Employees at the Simpson Industries Middleville plant are considering unionization. The UE Local 793. Na­ tional Industrial Workers, which is affiliated with the United Electrical, Radio and Machine Workers of America, has set up preliminary meetings up with the workers. That union already represents two of the Simpson Industry plants, one in Lit­ chfield. Mich., and in Edon. Ohio. At the meetings, they will have representation from those plants to explain benefits, working conditions and wages that have been achieved though the union. Union field organizer Al Wheeler said they came into the Middleville plant about 10-12 years ago, but there was very little interest then in join­ ing a union. However. Wheeler said that employee contacted them this time. “I guess the people have just gotten fed up with it,” Wheeler said. He also indicated that the Middleville plant's wage scale is one of the lowest for the company. One of the first steps to unionize is holding meetings such as the one scheduled for 1 p.m. Wednesday. Aug. 10, at the Middle Villa for second- and third-shift workers, and right after work for those on first shift. Middleville candidates fail in bid to succeed Bender by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer A local person will not be filling the seat being vacated by the retirement of 87th District State Representative Bob Bender of Middleville. The two contenders from the village. Cathy William son. who had 415 votes in Barry County, and Dan Parker with 211. lost to Terry Geiger of Woodland. who tallied 1.313 votes at the perils last Tuesday. Other contenders in that race included William Cook, with 1220 votes in Barry County. Ron Stevenson with 688 votes, Mark Doster with 506. and Dennis McKelvey with 352. Three Barry County Com- mtssioner races affect residents in the Thomapple Kellogg School District Of those three. Districts 2. 4 and 6. only one incumbent had an opponent in the primary District 4 incumbent Gordon Fuhr (Republican) was defeated by Republican newcomer Jim Bailey Bailey. who will be unopposed in November, had 419 votes to Fuhr’s 273 District 2 incumbent Republican Bob Wenger will run against Democratic candidate John J. Loftus, and Republican incumbent for District 6. Lew Newman, will face Democrat Cal Lamoreaux in the November election The five-year fire protection renewal millage of one miu m Thomapple Township passed by nearly three to one u ith the vote being 447 yes to 15g All four of the counts -wide proposals passed as well, The results in Irving Township Precinct 1, Thornapple Township, and Yankee Springs Township basically mirrored overall results on the proposals Proposals 1 and 2 were for renewal of nullage and addiuonal enhance nullage for 911 Proposals 3 and 4 provided funding for Barry County Commission on Aging. Workers will be given the opportunity to sign authoriza­ tion cards that will be used to petition the National Labor Relations Board for a hearing. The union needs to have at least 30 percent of the workers sign cards. But. Wheeler said, normally the NLRB isn’t petitioned unless they have closer to 80 to 90 percent. If the NLRB finds just cause to unionize, which is not like­ ly to be a problem, said Wheeler, an election date will be set. All of the workers will be allowed a vote. In order for the union to go in, the vote must be a minimum of 50 percent of those voting in favor plus one more. This is not the only union that Simpson workers are con­ sidering. since there was also a meeting scheduled with another union this past weekend. There are no additional details at this time. Simpson Industry Process Manager Steve Carr refused to comment on the situation Bradford White parking lot project OK near by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer All that was holding the bulldozer back from starting a parking lot project was final approval of Bradford White’s rezoning request from the Middleville Village Council last night. The Middleville Planning and Zoning Commission ap­ proved the Bradford White re­ quest after a public hearing last Tuesday The Middleville manufac­ turer had purchased a 0 39-acre parcel of property' directly behind River Valley Storage to use as more park­ ing lot for employees. The parcel was zoned at residential. For Bradford White, it needed to be rezoned to industrial Wayne Johnson, plant engineer for the company, was at the meeting to answer an questions and present a site plan for the parking area to the Planning Commmission for approval. Johnson explained that the company’s additional hiring has caused problems with hav­ ing enough parking, par ticularly in the winter months and between first and second shifts. The additional lot will provide 38 more spaces for the employees. Once the commission unanimously recommended the rezoning to go to the coun cil, a review of the site plan was done The only alterations made were that Bradford White would need to continue with the “tightly woven” board See 'Rezoning’ on page 2 In This Issue.... • Garbow sweeps to supervisor’s post in Primary • Village Players to offer small pieces of Middleville history • ‘Bowne Center Days’ planned for Aug. 13 • Caledonia Planning Commission nixes M-37 zoning changes �Page 2 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I August 9. 1994 Millage continued from front-----------------------------district's athletic facilities. Director of Athletics and Activities Jeanne Glowicki said, however, that she would like to put together a commit­ tee of coaches, parents and administrators to study the athletic fields and devise a plan for updating and main­ taining them School Board Treasurer Gordon DeBlaay agreed with thai idea “We must have a needs assessment and some costs," he said. “We really need to develop a long-range plan for the athletic facilities We’ve never had one." added Trustee John Finkbeiner. The board then turned to the technology proposal written by Caledonia Computer Director Andrew Mann with the help of Kettle Lake Media Specialist Judy Hoebeke and KL Media Technician James Oldfield They emphasized, however, that parents, com­ munity members, teachers and other administrators helped work on the proposal, which asks for: - $9(X).(XX) to increase student access to computers. The goal is eventually to average four computers per classroom throughout the district (about 400-450 new computers), with an average of one printer for each four computers. In figuring this estimate, the Teachers and students often learn together the latest in computer programs and equipment. The Caledonia School Board is proposing a 1.28 technology millage to keep staff and students current in their hands-on computer opportunities. committee used an average computer price of $2.(XX). with printers ranging in price from $800 to $1.400. “We would be purchasing some very basic computers, but also some very sophisticated computers and printers that allow us to use advanced software,'' Hoebeke explained. “The computer labs now in our buildings are not enough to allow even an hour per child per week at any of the elementaries.” she told the board. — $500,000 to establish a district-wide computer net­ Such a cute little boy! : Say Happy Birthday to this 40 year old. You’ll recognize him by the ears. They’re the only things that haven’t changed. HAPPY BIRTHDAY GENE! work. The funds would be needed for cable and for the completion of a system con­ necting the computers both within and between school buildings The funds also would be used to prepare the system for future connections to home computers. Hoebeke and Busman ex­ plained that this network would provide students access to all district media centers and resource networks. The network also would provide immediate com­ munication between buildings, and give teachers and staff a chance to share ideas, questions and informa­ tion without time-consuming meetings. The district already has plans to install at least one computer in the Caledonia Library which is linked to the high school network. — $200,000 to establish In­ tegrated Learning System (ILS) software. This series of instructional programs would allow more individualized learning for each student. “Each would have access to multiple ways to learn, and each teacher or parent also would be able to see the pro­ gress of the student. It pro­ vides immediate accountabili­ ty." explained Busman. "Because it’s individualiz­ ed, it allows each student to work right at the level where be or she is. ” added Hoebeke. “It gives the student who needs more time to learn the lesson the chance to achieve, and the student who learns quickly a chance to fly. “This system provides the teacher a tool for helping all students in the class to achieve. You can't ever replace the teacher, the human element, but you can provide the teachers the tools to best help their students." she emphasized — $150,000 to complete the computer labs in each building for whole class instruction. “This is a project we've already started, but we need to add more computers to our labs because of our larger classes, and we need to upgrade some of the com­ puters." said Hoebeke. — $100,000 to improve the technology and research capabilities in the five schools' media centers. — $50,000 to connect to the information superhighway and provide access to infor­ mation and research from around the world. — $100,000 for staff train­ ing and development as the computers, software and net­ work are put in place. This level of technology might require additional ser­ vices for training and equip­ ment “trouble-shooting,” the committee said. “Staff training has tradi­ tionally been a weak part of our program." Hoebeke said to the board, which asked if the teachers were prepared to properly use this kind of technology. “We are asking our teachers to use these programs as a teaching tool, as a means to improve instruction, but we haven't been giving them the opportunity to learn how to use the technology “The teachers want to learn, they need to learn, but we must put together some dollars for their teaching and training." Mann said that while the high school and new middle school have been incor­ porating technology into their curricula, the elementaries are getting left behind. When Trustee Sharon Oatley said she had heard that high school students are not making full use of the technology available to them. Hoebeke pointed out the need to use the elementaries and the middle school as the “technology training ground” so that the students can properly use advanced technology at the high school level. “But until you have the computers there, you can’t even develop the student’s ability to use the computers themselves, much less use the software for advanced work." said CHS Principal Tonya Porter. Mann said that the bulk of the millage revenues probably would go to the elementaries because there is not enough equipment or any kind of computer network at those buildings. After a three-hour discus­ sion of the proposal, the board unanimously agreed to ask voters to approve the millage that would, over three years, fund the technology program. Caledonia Schools Business Manager Judi Dean figured that it would take 1.28 mills for three years to generate the $2 million m revenues needed to fulfill the district's technology needs The millage will expire after the three-year period. If approved, the millage would add $64 per year to the owner of a home with a market value of $100,000 and a state equalized valuation of $50,000. “It sounds like a lot of money, but it really is a costeffective way to affect children in their learning." said Mann "It's going to change the way we do business." agreed Dean “Technology will allow us to be more efficient in the use of personnel." she explained. "It can relieve the problem, for example, of having 30-35 children in a classroom, because it can help the teacher address the individual needs of more students.’’ "We also see such a pro­ gram as a way to improve communications between schools and parents.” said Busman after the board meeting “There is also the possibili­ ty of helping with technology training for local businesses and for residents who would like to learn." Busman said that he would like to see increased com­ munity access to the schools' technology with labs open after school and by expanding community and leisure time classes in technology. "The possibilities are endless.” he said. Zoning continued from front fence on the south and north sides of the parking lot. This is used to help shield residential areas from any ad­ ditional noise caused by using the property as a parking lot. Johnson said that would not be a problem. Also at last week’s meeting, Middleville Planner Jason Cherry filled the commission in on the possibility of a 125-unit apartment complex being built in the village. Grandville developer Dan Vredevoogd has plans to develop the 9.2 acres of pro­ perty behind Lincoln Meadows. The property is already zon­ ed for this use, explained Serving Our Country Christi S. Meyer Navy Seaman Recruit Christi S. Meyer, daughter of Gordon B. Meyer of 10501 Garbow, Middleville, recent­ ly completed basic training at Recruit Training Command, Orlando. Fla. During the cycle, recruits are taught general military subjects designed to prepare them for further academic and on-the-job training in one of the Navy's 85 occupational fields. Studies include seamanship, close-order drill, naval history and first aid. Although the Navy is get­ ting smaller, the state-of-theart ships, aircraft and high lech systems in today’s fleet require bright, talented young men and women to operate them The Navy has over 55.000 job openings this year, most of which include guaranteed training Cherry. However, the developer would have to apply for a variance because village or­ dinance would allow for only a 90-unit complex. Cherry also said that he had talked with several other municipalities that had work­ ed with Vredevcxigd. They all indicated that the developer worked well with them and his projects were well done. The development of a fiveyear recreation plan also was on Cherry’s agenda. He explained that the draft must be submitted to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources by Dec. 31, 1994, if the village is to be considered for any funds in 1995. Cherry told the planners that generally grants for recreational plans are given as 80 percent from the state and a 20 percent match by the municipality. “The DNR has a nice little shopping list of how this has to be done," Cherry explain ed. “I guess if they’re giving away big bucks, they can ex pect you to jump through hoops.” According to Cherry, the village has huge amounts of land that can be used for recreation if there is the money to do it. Planner Katherine Encinas volunteered to serve on the committee that would make a concentrated effort to develop a recreation plan for Middleville. 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Garbow was appointed last summer to fill the office until the 1994 election, after Good retired only one year into his second term. Also a big issue on the local ballot were two township millage proposals, one of which narrowly passed. Squeaking through by a 642-636 vote was a two-mill emergency services millage that will support 16 hours of police protection within the township and fund the Caledonia Fire Department. Turned down by voters 704-569 was a half-mill re­ quest to fund road im­ provements and township services. Previously, the township only shared a sheriffs patrol car that served four townships, and the fire depart­ ment had to be supported by the township’s general operating fund Passage of the police and fire millage will release about $100,000 of general fund money for other township needs The levy will run for six years, and is estimated to pro­ vide about $368,000 a year “We’re very pleased to have the emergency services millage pass, though we are surprised that the vote was so close.” said Township Clerk Pat Snyder. “We thought that request would go over much more with the public. “We are disappointed about the road improvement millage not passing I see a lot of pro­ blems with our roads besides just repairing them. We need WRITE US A LETTER! The Sun and News welcomes and encourages let­ ters to the editor as a means of expressing an opi­ nion or a point of view on subjects of current general interest. The following guidelines have been established to help you: • Make your letter brief and to the point. • Letters should be written in good taste. • Letters that are libelous or defamatory should not be submitted. • Writers must include their signature, address and phone number. The writer’s name WILL BE PUBLISHED. • The Sun and News reserves the right to reject, edit or make any changes such as spelling and punctuation. • Send letters to: Letters to the Editor The Sun and News P.O. Box B Hastings, Ml 49058 KI Tom Garbow some to be widened, some need paving, and we have some intersections that need work. too. “But we are really glad to have the emergency services millage. We need to fund that protection." “Obviously I’m very happy with the support." Garbow said “I’ll continue to do the best job I know how to do. “I’m also pleased that the (emergency services) pro­ posal passed, even though it was close. Those services are very important to the township. "Of course. I wish the half­ mill would have passed, because we need it. too. but we got the important one. and we re all happy with that result." Fleischmann said that he, too. was “ecstatic" that the emergency services millage had passed. Walt DeLange “That was the most impor­ tant thing to me." he said. In other primary- races. Caledonia voters generally chose the same winners as voters in the rest of the state or state district. Democrats in Caledonia also picked Howard Wolpe as their nominee to face Republican John Engler in the November gubernatorial election. Wolpe collected 76 votes in Caledonia Township, out­ distancing Larry Owen (45). Debbie Stabenow (41) and Lynn Jondahl (12). In the U.S. Senate race. Lana Pollack was the Caledonia Democratic favorite with 63 votes. Statewide, however, she finished second to Bob Carr, who collected only 26 votes in Caledonia. Senate candidate Bill Brodhead won 37 votes, John Kelly 23. Joel Ferguson 7 and Carl Marlinga 5. Running unopposed on the Democratic ticket were can­ didates Betsy Flory. Third District Congressional Representative; Don Reid. 31st District State Senate; Al Rice. 72nd District State Representative and James Turner. Third District Kent County Commissioner. On the GOP ticket. U.S. Senate hopeful Spencer Abraham won big in Caledonia, defeating Ronna Romney 661-396. Abraham also was the eventual winner across the state. Caledonia voters swept Walt DeLange past newcomer Robert Brielmaier 822-203 as an integral part of his primary victory in the 31st State Representative’s race. DeLange will face Rice in the November election. Running unopposed in the Republican primary were Vem Ehlers. Dick Posthumus and Judy Harrison, in races for the Third Congressional District, the 31st State Senate seat and the Third District County Commissioner’s post, respectively. Caledonia voters also pick­ ed nearly the same w inners as the rest of the district in the non-partisan election for Third District Court of Ap­ peals judges. The top eight Caledonia vote getters were: Richard Bandstra. 437. Michael Smolenski and Joel Hoekstra tied with 394; William For svth. 313; Dawn Krupp. 250; Jane Markey. 196: Michael Flynn. 194 and James Ford 146. In the overall results, however. Meg Hackett Car­ rier won one of the top eight spots instead of Ford. Other Caledonia judicial results were: Carrier. 137. Calvin Bosman. 133; Paul Maloney. 121; Daniel Bur ress. 114; Craig Avery. 99. Kenneth Bronson. 81; Timothy McMorrow. 62; Shawn Gotch. 56; Matthew Paul Smith. 51; Peter John Collins. 48; Charles F. Jus tian, 47; Michael Schroer, 22. STEAK FRY Caledonia Sportsman's Club STEAK • SALAD BAR BAKED POTATO • CARUC TOAST BEVERAGE 100TH ST. 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NORMA VELDERMAN Three from Rochester) We’ve had quite heavy ac­ tivity this week There were Lions Clubs from Florida. Georgia and Virginia here this weekend, so our usual activity was more or less slowed down to showing them what we were doing. When I left off last week, we talked about getting the harness for my dog Houston They gave us the leash, which is good old stiff leather, and we had to sit and manipulate it when we were in lectures or just sitting so the leather (Week would get soft and manageable Boy. my wrists and fingers really got tired. Johnny and Cay came to see me this Sunday for my birth­ day. Johnny made me a big batch of the muffins that I love and Cay brought me a broomstick skirt I’d never seen one until my roommate had one. and then thought "Gee. those would be a lot of fun because there’s no ironing and it’s quite easy to care for. and long. I could probably use it in some of my history work." The Leader Dog school has its own building in Rochester, which is where wc work from. They give us direction, go to this street and turn right, go to a different street and turn left, in other words dif­ ferent paths to follow. Then if you want to go into. say. a drugstore, how to do it with a harness... how to go into a restaurant We have to learn canine table habits and the handling of the dog to get used to sudden noises. One of the tests is called a traffic test... The trainers will drive around — of course they keep a close watch on us but they will drive around and when they see an opportunity, they will come slamming into the driveway right in front of us to see what the dog w ill do to warn us. or stop us. or pro­ tect us. That’s sometimes a lit­ tle hair raising, but it’s good. Some of the interesting things we do at night — we have a class from 7 until 8. Every other night it’s obe­ dience classes or lectures on terms and the way to do things. Last night it was funny because one of the four trainers, a gal named Deb. got dressed up as Batwoman We were all lined up with our dogs sitting or heeling in front of us. She had this weird hat and came in front of the dog. trying to scare them, or make them flop Some of the dogs went crazy. Houston is so laid back he just sort of looked at her as if to say. "Mercy, what’s the matter with that woman?" It was fun to watch him. Another one of the tests last night was to see how much control we have over the dog and how much he listens to us So Debbie (she’s a nut anyway), got down on her hands and knees and said. "Come, come." just as if she were wagging her tail and wanting to play. It was a good laugh. They try many things to distract the dogs to determine your control, such as sliding frisbees or bouncing balls For instance, we are holding the leash and walk away from them, then with the leash in our hand and the dog about three feet ahead of us. the trainer steps over the cord to see how distracted they ’ll be. I’d be afraid to with these young dogs, you could get rip­ ped up if they suddenly lunge. But the trainers know pretty much w hat the dogs can do. so it’s just another test. John, one of the trainers, bounced a basketball around a dog’s nose who was very ner­ vous and unhappy, and the lady from Spain had the most trouble, because that’s just what a pup wants to do. he wants to play with someone with a ball. I’m meeting so many dif­ ferent kinds of people here from different places, with different eye problems. Some are completely blind, some not. It’s a wonderful ex­ perience because I’ve never been in a group from such a large area. We have a priest here from Lexington. Ky. One is from Toronto, back for her second dog She and I partnered quite a bit. You folks know how absent-minded 1 am... and they give us directions and then 1 can’t remember So Cathy usually goes ahead and then we do the things we’re supposed to do. LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church — Serving a Living Lord SUNDAY....... 9.45 a.m., ILOOa.m 4 6:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY.......................... Family Fellowship Prayer 4 Bible Study 7:00 p.m. 7240 t>Wlh Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east o( M-37 Pastor, Rev. Brian F. Harrison Youth Pastor, Darrel L. Schrock X Music, Jeffery C. Vander Heide CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A church with a caring heart for our community and the world" Sunday Services....... 9:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. M-37 at 100th St., Caledonia, Ml Church Office: (616) 891-1512 Rev. Gerald Van Oyen Al Tiemeyer Community Calling FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville Bruce N. Stewart, Pastor Lee Taylor, Assistant Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer Word of Life Clubs CHRISTIAN REFORMED 6201 Whitneyville Avenue 9:45a.m. Sun. Morning Worship............ 10:00 a.m. Evening Service......................... 6:00 p.m. 11:00 a.m. 6:00p.m. 6:45 p.m. Rev. Bernard Mulder, Pastor 868-6306 6:45p.m. LEIGHTON UNITED METHODIST WELCOME TO Games United Brethren Church Kalamazoo Avenue at 92nd Street Caledonia, Michigan Telephone 098-8252 Pastor Mark Beers LAKESIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Pastor Scott Taylor Reaching People With Christ 8:30 am to 9:30 am — First Worship Service 9:30 am to 9:45 am — Coffee Fellowship 9:45 am to 10:45 am — Sunday School 10:45 am to 11:00 am — Coffee Fellowship 11:00 am to 12 00 — Second Worship Service Nursery and Childrens Church will be provided during both services "Sei an exanpte In speech, in lite, in love, in faith and in purity " 1 Timothy 4:12 Sunday Morning Worship (Interpreted for hearing impaired)............... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School.......................................................... 11:10a.m. Sunday Evening Service............................................. 6:30p.m. Pioneer Club (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday....................6:30 p.m Prayer Meeting - Wednesday........................... 7:00 p.m. Youth Fellowship - Sunday.............................. 5:00 p.m RAY TOWNSEND, Pastor TIM DOUBLESTEIN, Youth Director 89 i MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH 708 West Main Street Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Rev. James Cusack Morning Worship Service............ 10 00 a.m. Sunday School.............................. 11:15 a m Evening Worship Service................ 6 00 p m Phone 891-9259 YOU ARE INVITED Saturday Evening Mass........................... 5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass................... 9:00 a m. 4 11:00 a.m. KETTLE LAKE INDEPENDENT REFORMED Prodawning the Historic Reformed Faith. Services at 9.30 a.m. and 6.00 p.m. Worshipping at Kettle Lake School on Whitneyville Rd. South of 68th Street CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST Church School................. 9.30 a.m. Choir Practice ................. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service............. 10:30 a.m. 250 Vine Street Church Office 891-8669 Parsonage 891-8167 Rev. Bobby Dale Whitlock Rev Roger Timmerman, Pastor WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 8546 Whitneyville Ave at 84th St •891-8661 "The Church where everybody is somebody and jesus Or# t$ Lord" Sunday School.........................................9:30 am Sunday Morning Worship....................... 1030 am. Sunday Evening Worship.......................... 6 00 p m Wed Midweek Prayer 4 Bote Study....... 7 00 p.m Warr Dotson Ajrty Steve Jodson rodh Pastor / Mae loan* UuxDr “God Cares for You” Cornerstone Wesleyan Church Meeting at the Comer of Wood School Rd. and Wing Rd. Se Sunday School Morning Worship Evening Worship..... Pastor Jeffrey Lee 10:00 a m. liOO a m. 660 p.m. Phone 795-7076 795-3667 MIDDLEVILLE and PARMELEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Peace Reformed Church Barner Free • M-37 between Caledonia & Middleville Sunday Worship Services...... 8:30 or 11:00, 6:00 Children’! Church/Youth Worship during morning icrvxxi, Caraway S( puppet ministry for K4th dunng evening services Sunday School..................... Wednesday Night "Family Night” .9:45-10:45 6:45-8:15 Includes Adventure Cub. Choirs for Children and Adults, High School Youth Group and Adult Classes For information call: 891-8119 St. Paul Lutheran Kraft Ave. & 84th St., Caledonia, ML (Missouri Synod) "Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. " Rom. 12:10 First Service...................................... 8.30 a.m. Sunday School..................................9 45 a.m. (Fellowship Coffee 9:45 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.) Bible Classes.................................. 10:00 a.m. Second Service.............................. 11.00 a m. (All Services have a Nursery available) Rev. Robert Gerke Office: 891-8688 Church: 891 -9878 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 12200 Chief Noonday Road (al Gun Ijikef Wayland. Michigan 49346 • 795-7903 Barrier Free / Programs for Ail Ages 111 Church Street Sunday Worship 10:00 am Sunday School II 15 a m Wednesday Family Night’ 6.00 p m huptrmg, Padtne, Parmelee Morning Worship........... 9:30 a m. Middleville Sunday School............ 9 45 a m Middleville Worship......................11 00 a m Rev. Lynn Wagner — 795-3798 Rev. Carroll Fowler — 765-5316 Church Office Phone — 795-9266 COM ^rthodiei (Church 5590 Whitneyville Ave , S.E. Alto, Michigan 49302 S u nda y School............... 10:00a.m. Morning Worship 11 00 a m. Evening Worship.............. 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting/ Children's Classes........7 00 p.m. Rosie Bailard, Pastor - 868-6437 - The Reorganized CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST of Latter Day Saints 8146 68th St. near Whitneyville Ave. Church School. A): Sunday .................. 10:00 a.m. J?4"*Morning Worship..... 11 00 a m ® gt/'PckrJ ™ Evening Worship........ 6 00 p.m. . Wed Fd,ou sh,P 7 30 p m (in homes or church) call Pastor Lloyd DeVormer Sr. 897-7407 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / August 9, 1994 / Page 5 Kent County Youth Fair in full swing at Lowell Fairgrounds The carnival rides are open and the judging events are in full swing at the Kent County Youth Fair in Lowell, this year celebrating its 60th anniversary More than 1,200 4-H and FFA members are displaying a year of hard work. From sows to sewing, the young people have worked in a variety of interest areas, culminating in a project to display at the fair. Skills in horsemanship are judged almost continuously in the horse arena, so whether you enjoy the formal discipline of dressage or the all-out danng of barrel racing, there is some event for every horse lover. Visitors to the fair also can wander through the livestock bams, where sleek dairy and beef cattle rest in between judging events, and The 4-H livestock ouction is one of the biggest events of the Kent County Youth Fair, os hundreds of carefully raised prize animals are displayed for bidding. The 1994 auction begins at 5:30 p.m. tomorrow evening at the Lowell Fairgrounds. MIDDLEVILLE NEIGHBORS, continued from page 4 ing. where you're from and so on. They say, "You write?" And I say. no. I don’t write, I use a computer "You can see to use a computer?" Well, you know your typewriter keys pretty well and then George Cramer has been help mg with the "Outspoken" program, and you get so you can do those things. Yesterday, when we went into the class, there was an older man with a cane, and he really came over because he liked my sunbonnet, and 1 laughed. I told the kids I figured he thought 1 was a woman who knew her place and purpose in life and that’s why he came over to visit with me because I’ve hit his time scene with my sunbonnet. He didn't realize how unlike that I am... just that I use the sun­ bonnet to protect my eyes, not to be old fashioned, because heaven only knows I’m not that. Sunday afternoon a trainer took each one of us to where □ the Lions Clubs were gathered and introduced us. Well, Saturday was my birthday, so when I had gone in to have The visiting Lions Club members would stand wat­ ching us without disturbing or distracting the dogs Cathy corrected me whenever 1 was doing something not quite right. She has a little bit of deviltry in her, so what she said was, "Hey, Norma, let’s go a little faster and see if they can keep us with us." Houston did a good job with me this morning when we were walking and he guided me around a tree. Two days ago 1 walked into Rochester with a gal from Florida who had just graduated from high school. She’s quite tall and her dog kept not noticing the tall limbs, so we’d have to turn around because it hit her, but not the dog. Saw her yesterday and she said she finally got him so he does watch, because she turns around and makes him go back, explaining that he has to cornerstone rg realty inc. 4611 N. Middleville Road - Middlevine 795-7933 891-1551 681-2834" uEJ watch out for overhanging things as well. Wc had a busload of the visiting Lions members wat­ ching as we went into Rochester. It's a lot of fun to talk with them because they want to know what you're do­ them watch the procedure that we are learning, they all yell­ ed "Happy Birthday, Nor­ ma" and wanted to know how old I was. So I told them. They’re such a friendly group. I wanted them to know it cost $13,000 to train the dog that I have, and so I thanked them for my $13,000 birthday present and said I’d never had that much money spent on me for my birthday ! Sunday evening we had a wonderful concert — two country western performers who do a guest show for each class. The student from Morocco in our class is a con­ cert guitarist, so he played selections of the Argentine type of classical guitar. They took turns playing and it was fascinating to watch Duke, the one from Morocco, how a gifted musician can blend and fit in with someone else. The accompaniment doesn’t have to be told — in other words it’s musicians rapping, or har­ monizing beautifully. It was a lot of fun and relaxed after the different type of day we had. and of course. I was excited because I’d had Johnny and Cay visit, too. Becky and I left early while the others were having a sing-along We re going into Rochester this morning and I want to try going into a store to make a purchase, having the dog lead me there. We’re doing it in­ dependently . but don't worry, our trainers are watching us like hawks wherever we go. We have io tell them where we re headed before we sun out and they go on bicycles or in vans. Quite a few are going into Detroit this morning to walk around the campus there We re breaking up now into different groups I want to practice working in the country. but this morning we’ll just be going into Rochester. That s all for this week. 1 want to get this off Love you all youngsters especially might enjoy the rabbits, hogs, poultry , goats and sheep, also on display. Livestock bams are open from 10 a m. to 10:30 p.m. each day. Other young people are competing in the performing arts, storytelling, puppetry and even cheerleading, while projects in dressmaking, crafts and art will be exhibited throughout the week. Events still to come this week include tonight’s 4-H Variety Show at 5:30 p.m. and bluegrass music, beginn­ ing at 8:30 p.m. Wednesday is Agriculture Day. with the West Michigan Whitecaps making a special guest appearance at noon. The annual livestock auc­ tion will begin at 5:30 p.m. and an ice cream social will held at 7:30 p.m. D.J. the Clown will entertain on stage from 8 to 10 p.m. Animal judging will con­ tinue on Thursday, with Little Caesar's Ag Olympics for kids and adults getting under­ way at 1 p.m. Lightweight draft horses will show their muscle in a pulling contest at 7 p.m. and country line dancing will be hosted by WCUZ Radio’s Karen Vanee and Susie Fair. The Showmanship Sweepstakes is the big event on Friday, beginning at 9 a m . and carnival rides will be free to all special-needs guests of the fair, com­ pliments of Leisure Time Amusements. Grand and reserve horsemanship will be judged at 6 p.m. and a teen dance will be held from 8 to 11:30 p.m. Saturday features a pet parade at 10 a m. and Pro­ fessor Tegge’s Circus Clown Revue will entertain the youngsters at noon and during several appearances later in the day. The Kent County Youth Fair-Showboat Parade through Lowell steps off at 11 a.m. Back al the fair, the horse costume class will be shown at 1 p.m., just as a communitysponsored chicken barbeque gets underway A garden tractor pull begins at 1:30 p.m.. and Ronald McDonald will be entertain­ ing the kids at 2 p.m. At that same time, con­ testants should warm up for the just-for-fun "Puff n' Pedal Pull" for kids and adults, followed by a youth volleyball tournament at 2:30 p.m. Rides will be at special rates from noon until the fair closes at 5 p.m. Admission to the fair is free, with parking $2 a day. Weekly passes are available The Lowell Fairgrounds are located near the Flat River on Alden Nash Avenue (M-50). Anyone needing more in­ formation should call the fairgrounds at 897-6050. Letterheads Business Cards Envelopes Brochures Wedding Invitations MORE Affordable Prices’ Call 945-9554 or stop by ... 1952 N. Broadway (M-43) Call the Sun and News today to place your classified ads ^©c®^©e©^®e®^© VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL^ & “Sports Party” LUTHERAN CHURCH S' ®^ST.KraftPAUL Ave. & 84th St., Caledonia '<> £ Phone...891-8688 \ Date: AUGUST 15th-19th Time: 6:30 to 8:30 P.M. (p BEA PLAYER...BE A WINNER FOR GOD z . COME JOIN OUR TEAM! tr ty (O GYMNASTICS IN MOTION New Session starting... Monday, August 29 Mommy & Me Classes (AGES l‘/2 to 3) Cathy Moma, the owner, is very excited and motivated to make this the best club in the area We offer classes for all ages and levels preschool, beginner intermediate and advanced We also have a girls and boys USGF competition team. Clashes are held Mon. thru Thurs and Sat morn­ ings Kids, we also have hours available to rent the gym for that special party 3207 M-37, Middleville Call 795-7620 or 795-3410 PRESCHOOLERS WELCOME SEE YOU AT THE GYM �Page 6 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I August 9, 1994 [From Our Readers Don’t tax village residents twice! Dear editor: As secretary to the Caledonia Future Growth Committee and treasurer for the registered Ballot Commit­ tee of the same name. I am pleased the voters approved our recommended, six-year police and fire millage. Discussions indicate that the county will hire 2 police of­ ficers in September for patrol duty in January However, speaking only for myself and not the Township Future Growth Committee, there remains an unresolved issue that requires local government attention. The two-mill, police and fire millage is a fully funded millage The amount was decided based on expected costs and expected annual in­ creases, as presented by police and fire personnel. This millage will raise enough to pay for a car 16 hours per Future Growth Committee to We day. seven days per week. the Township Board The balance of the millage recommended a fully funded millage for police and fire will cover township fire pro­ tection expenses and more. protection This $32,000 per year This millage moves the ex­ penses of the fire department represents approximately *6 mill to village residents and off from the township budget so the fire department costs will have no influence* on are not subject to township county police The policemen will work for the county budgeting issues. However, in June, the police chief of road opera­ Caledonia Village govern­ tions. Captain French, and not ment voted to contribute our local officials. I am sure $32,000 per year to the he will be accommodating in Township for “Police Protec­ working out any special re­ tion” and so they could have quests of the village and influence on what the police township officers. I recommend the Township will be doing here. Understan­ dably, some believe this to be Board thank the village for a double taxation of village their offer but not tax the residents since they will also village residents twice. Refuse the money, it is not needed for pay for the new millage. I want to point out that the this purpose. village “contribution” was Frederick R Fleischmann not part of or included in any Caledonia recommendation by the Village Players to offer small pieces of Middleville history J-Ad Graphics News Service The first in a series of collectibles will be introduced by the Village Players of Middleville with a limited number of replicas of buildings that are an important part of the village history. The first minature building Grace Walton 80th birthday; reunion The children of Grace Walton would like to invite all family, friends, neighbors and acquaintences to a surprise 80th birthday party and family reunion. The joyous event will take place on Saturday . Aug. 20 at the Freeport Park Pavillion. A potluck dinner will be served from I to 5 p.m. Everyone is welcome to come and help Grace celebrate her 80th birthday and make it a day she will never forget. will be for sale at Heritage Day on Sept. 17. The replicas will be made using the drawings by artist Terry Noah through the cooperation of the Tbomapple Heritage Society Other later collectibles will be of the old mill and the first Middleville school which was in what is now Calvin Hill park. The first of the mementos, the Prairie School, was chosen by officials of the theater group because of its connection with the Prairie Literary Society. The acting troup was founded as a result of an interview by a Sun and News writer with a member of the group of Middleville women who years ago provided entertainment for themselves and the community by staging plays. All of the parts in the plays were played by the women, and the diversion was inexpensive and provided satisfaction for all concerned. That led to the beginning of the Village Players of Middleville. ENGAGEMENT SORE FEET / ANKLES? TK High ready for opening Assignment Accepted! Medicare, B.C.B.S., PPO, HMO Diabetics • ADult & Children Foot Problems . KENT PODIATRY Terrence J. Emiley, D.P.M. 612 Main Street in Caledonia Call...891-9133 Lund - Timmerman Vows of marriage will be spoken on Oct. 22. 1994 by Denise Lynne Lund and Evan Jay Timmerman. The bride-to-be. of Caledonia, is the daughter of Jane Lund and the late Daniel CHERRY VALLEY b CAFE M £AT OUR NEW LOCATION z F5 CALEDONIA PLAZA fa (9866 CHERRY VALLEY S.E.j Lund. She is a graduate of Caledonia High School, and Ferris State University. She is currently employed in Hastings. The future groom, of Lowell, is the son of Gil and Irene Timmerman. He is a graduate of Lowell High School and is currently employed in Grand Rapids. Schondelmayer - Wigda Glenn and Patty Schondelmayer of Middleville are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Julie to Frank Wigda. son of Ted and Mary Wigda of Grand Rapids An October wedding is being planned. • Specially Priced Meals Aufi. 8-13 • Open 6:00am 9:00poi Aus. 8-IJ • Free Coffee Grand Opening Week • Free Kids Ice Cream Cones See our brand new larger location and old fashioned ice cream parlor serving old tyme sodas, malts and banana splits. a The same owners and staff serving the same quality food you have known us forJ* Only our location has changed. W BERRY VALLEY I CAFE 9866 Cherry Valley S.E. (Caledonia Plaza) 891-9480 Now. members of the Prairie Literary Society are honored guests at every performance put on by the Players, and some of their daughters are members. The small replicas are of wood with silk screened facades, with each memento numbered. The Prairie School was in reality three schools in the early history of Middleville and was used to teach Middleville area children from 1893 to 1923. First located near the present Pastoor's Family Market north of the village, it was later located at the corner of Cherry Valley and Adams roads. When that building was lost to fire, the third school house was constructed near the corner of Cherry Valley and Jackson roads. Pre-orders of the replicas an* encouraged. The cost for the Prairie School is $15. For more information or to order, write to Village Players, Box 388, Middleville. 49333. St. Paul Church plans 125th anniversary dinner St. Paul Lutheran Church in Caledonia is celebrating its 125th anniversary with a Homecoming dinner Oct. 9 in the church Fellowship Hall The congregation invites former members and friends to attend. Call the church office at 891-8688 for ticket informa­ tion before Aug. 26. Looking for Extra Cash? - Gill - 945-9554 Sell anything FAST! For the first time in Thor­ napple Kellogg High School history, textbooks will not be picked up before the opening day of school. Books are in the classrooms and will be given to the students in each of their classes in an effort to make things much easier for students and their parents. Students* daily schedules will be available in the high school office Tuesday, Aug. 23, Wednesday. Aug. 24, and Thursday, Aug. 25. Students or their parents may pick up student schedules from 8 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. on those days. The schedules will be available the first day of school as well Band students will be ex­ pected to pay the $5 uniform cleaning fee when schedules are picked up Students are encouraged to obtain their schedules, pay band fees, and find their lockers and classrooms before the first day of school. Students new to the district should enroll by contacting the counseling office the week of Aug. 15-19. High school students are to report to the gymnasium on the first day of school. After an assembly, they will be directed to home rooms and classrooms. $ Credit Problems? Cash $ $ Problems? We can help. $ $ • Refinancing • Home Improvement $ £ • Debt Consolidation $ A-One Mortgage Corp. 310 44th St.. S.W., Wyo/ning, Ml 4954B 1-800-870-2663 $ $ $ OIL & STRIPE Sunflower Mix Bird Feed 20 % OFF — 50 lb. Bags (While they last — limited supply) Caledonia Farmers Elevator 136 E. Main Street • Caledonia 891-8108 • Open 6 Davs a Week �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml I August 9, 1994 / Page 7 Caledonia Plan Commission nixes M-37 zoning change by Barbara Gall Staff Writer The. Caledonia Township Planning Commission last week decided against chang­ ing the designated agncultural use for M-37 lands between 100th and 108th streets The commission's decision will leave intact the large agncultural block on the south end of the township Some property owners along that strip had asked the commission to review the agricultural designation, stating that M-37 had become too busy to allow farm equip- Caledonia Village Garage Sale planned September 9-10 Now is the time for Caledonia Village residents to clean out the basement, at­ tic, garage and wade through the kids' closets. Get those unused "treasures" priced and ready to sell 9 a m. to 5 p.m. on Fri­ day, Sept. 9 and Saturday. Sept 10 The village again this year is asking residents to hold off on any imminent garage sales until that weekend, which is the date of the Caledonia Summers End Show n’ Shine Auto Show. Hundreds of visitors will be in Caledonia to display their prize vehicles and to take a look at the Main Street line-up which gets big­ ger and better every year "Save your treasures for that weekend.” urges Barbara Scott, who is coordinating the garage sale part of the event "There will be lots of peo pie in town that weekend, and lots of opportunities to sell your items." This will be the second year that residents arc being en­ couraged to hold their garage sales in conjunction with the car show. "Last year, people who put out a nice display did quite well with their sales,” com­ mented Scott. “There will be families in town looking for something to do besides view the cars. The garage sales are fun for them arid for our residents, too." Anyone with questions about the sale can call Scott, but she said the main thing right now is for residents to start ‘ ‘getting organized.'' MIDDLEVILLE HERITAGE DAYS — September 17 — 3 on 3 Basketball 4 on 4 Volleyball Co-ed Softball Horseshoes “You know the old cliche about one man's trash is another man's treasure." she said. “Get those treasures ment. They also said that some of the property was not suitable for farming and wanted the commission to consider rezoning the land to a more intense use In its unanimous decision to leave the land use map as it is. however, the commission voiced concern about increas­ ing the traffic volume along the highway. The commission also pointed out that there is at pre­ sent no plan to extend public sewer to the area, nor has there been any specific use outlined for the property, were it to be rezoned. Just as important in the commission’s discussion is the fact that there is no demonstrated need for more commission: — Approved Ron Packer's request for a special land use permit to allow a home oc­ cupation at 6909 76th St. Packer provides calibration services for other businesses at their locations, and would have only his personal office equipment at his home. He employs one person outside his family, and the request complies with the present home occupation ordinance — Tabled a vote on a revis­ ed version of the township's home occupation ordinance. During the public hearing on the proposed amendments, several residents voiced con­ cerns about such issues as the number of employees allowed and the parking of trucks at general commercial zoning in the township, which is one of the districts the property owners suggested. A study done by Township Planner Mark VanderPloeg showed that only about 13 percent of the township lands zoned for general commercial are being used for that purpose. “No one has come in and painted a picture of any development for the area (south of 100th). either." said VanderPloeg. Rezoning the M-37 proper­ ties would divide the large agricultural block and perhaps increase the pressure to rezone other agricultural lands, he said. 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Beginning at 10 a m. on Sat , Aug. 13. the celebration will include a quilt show, children’s games, a country line dancing demonstration and a raffle of items donated by local merchants. The Bowne Historical Society, which sponsors the event, also offers a special in­ vitation to anyone who attend­ ed any of the old Bowne oom schoolhouses: Bowne Center. Curly. Stone. Lowe. Logan Lake. Star. Hams Creek and McVean. The Society is planning a reunion for alums of those schools as part of the day’s festivities Visitors can visit the old Bowne Center School where pictures and memorabilia from all the old schools will be on display, and the museum in the old Ladies Aid Hall also will be open. A “mini general store.” people dressed in Civil War regalia and a demonstration of cooking over an open fire will add to the recreation of historic times Not so historic, but offering a real service will be the Bowne Township Fire and Rescue team, which will be on hand to take blood pressure checks and demonstrate CPR. Tickets for the day are $1 or six for $5. and can be pur­ chased from any Historical Society member or at the township office and library. They also will be sold at the door. The Bowne Center Days provide the Historical Society a chance to raise some funds for its projects. In addition to Organziers of this year's Bowne Center Days hope alumni from all the old oneroom schools in Bowne Township will gather for reunions. Last year, former students of the Bowne Center School gathered for this photo on the steps of the old building, the raffle, members will be selling a township calendar for $5 featuring pictures of local families and area landmarks. The good old days will be in full swing until 4 p.m.. when peace and quiet once again settle over the historic comer Anyone with questions can call the Bowne Township Hall on Wednesday or Friday bet­ ween 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. or call the hall at 868-6846 dur ing those hours. “Everyone is invited,” urg­ ed Historical Society member Linda Sinclair “We’re still looking for pictures of the old schools.*' she added. “Please call the township hall if you have any we could display or use in our calendar.” Country line dancing will bq one of the events at Saturday s Bowne Center Days. Last year, the Hastings Two-Steppers provided a lively demonstration. Cider Mill Village & True Value Homes Recipients of Thornapple Area Enrichment Foundation scholarships were recently awarded checks for $500 to go towards this year's college expenses. (From left) Foundation President Rex Schad presents the scholarship to Stocia Kooiman, scholarship committee Chairman Dr. Wayne Finbeiner gives a check to Jill Townsend, and Sarah Turner receives her check from scholarship committee member Marilyn Finkbeiner. Friday, Aug. 19 • Noon to 7 p.m Saturday, Aug. 20 • 10 a.m. to 3 p.m/y y Come Look Us Over! ★ Grand Prize 6 months FREE Lot Rent ★ 35 Final Phase lots available ★ Homes can be ordered for fall delivery ★ 7 homes in stock for immediate occupancy HU Fun & Festivities Call Sandra at... s on *mJ!^ * models Ca// 795-7900 for details. TRUE VALUE HOMES In Cider Mill Village A Community of Carefree Manufactured Homes Private Property Land Home Financing Available 812 RIVER BEND LANE - MIDDLEVILLE by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The Thornapple Area Enrichment Foundation awarded $500 scholarships to three Thornapple Kellogg graduates on Saturday. Those receiving the renewal scholarships included Stacia Kooiman, Jill Townsend, and Sarah Turner. Kooiman will be attending the National Educational Center in Wyoming, Mich., to begin her studies to become a medical assistant. This is her first year in college. Townsend is a second year recipient of the Foundation scholarship. She is attending Grand Valley Stax College studying engineering. Turner will also be studying engineering as she enters her first year of college at the University of Michigan. The $500 given annually can be renewed by maintain­ ing a 2.5 grade-point average for two terms of college and \\ ater Gardening Water lilies, waler goldfish and koi Alsou Apol’s Landscaping Company *698-1030 CIDER MU I VILLAGE is open weekdays except Wednesday • 795-6006 9340 Kalamazoo. Catedonu being a full-time student. Thomapple Area Enrich­ ment Foundation members who were on hand to make the awards included Foundation President Rex Schad, Scholar­ ship Committee Chairman Dr. Wayne Finkbeiner, and Scholarship Committee Member Marilyn Finkbeiner. GLCCI REAL Gun Lake I Community Church LIFE... REAL ANSWERS We would love to have you join us for celebrative worship this Sunday Pastor Keith Dragt will continue his inspiring new message senes entitled "Perspectives That Can Change Your Life” • August 14 - 10:00 A.M. The True Meaning of Love and How it Can Change Your Lite •August 21 - 8:30 &10:00 A.M. How an Eternal Perspective Can Change Your Lite Please Note — Beginning August 21, Two Morning Worship Times to Better Serve You Ch»kl Care Provided Air Conditioned Uplifting Mum. and Inspiring 'xjloisls at AU Service*. Gun Lake Community Church 12200 Chief Noonday Rd (1/2 mile east of Patterson) 795-7903 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / August 9. 1994 / Page 9 Thornoppie Kellogg Food Services Director Helen Scott explains the TK food program to new Superintendent Joy Cason. Fred Huffman of Caledonia won both second and third place in the oldest truck category at Saturday's Charlton Park 10th annual Michigan Antique Truck Roundup and Swap Meet. His 1916 IHC Autowagon took second and his 1919 Model T got third. All TK schools to offer both breakfast and lunch by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Preparations for the open­ ing of school are already beginning One consideration for parents is use of the schools' f(xxi services. ‘ ‘ Back-to-school time means preparation on the pan of the parents to sec their children are physically and mentally ready to learn," said Thornapple Kellogg Food Services Director Helen Scott. "Good nutritious meals are important to your child's health and mental alertness." she added. TK schools will offer both breakfast and lunch at all of its schools. Though breakfast has been offered for several years at the elementary and middle schools, this is the first year that Michigan law mandates that breakfast be offered at all Phone 795-3345 for Sun & News Action-Ads! . Caledonia man has winner at truck show levels. So, it will now be available at the high school as well. Scott reminded that many children in the district do qualify for free or reduced price meals. "We strongly encourage you to apply if there is any posibility tnat you might be able to qualify." Scott said. This year, each family only needs to fill out one form, unlike past years where a form was filled out for each child attending. Those forms will be sent home with all elementary and middle school students once school starts. It can also be taken from the fall issue of the Key or picked up from the school offices. Anyone with questions about the food service pro­ gram or needing help with the application can call Helen Scott at 795-3394. 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Ml I August 9, 1994 New physician hopes to be here for a long time by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Dr. Douglas Smendik. the new doctor in Middleville, is already planning to be here for a long time. Smendik just opened his practice Aug. 1, in the same building as Dr. James Weatherhead. whose practice in the village is wellestablished Both the location and the professional affiliation are no accident. “Family doctors are in great demand,'' Smendik said “1 interviewed all over the state and outside the state “I’m still getting recruit­ ment letters." But while he was still a medical student. Smendik had worked with Weatherhead. "He was very supportive and helpful and has been a mentor to me before. He will be both advisor and mentor again. We'll help each other." Smendik and Weatherhead will be share on-call duties and will see each other's pa­ tients on occasion. Getting ready to begin his family practice. Smendik had to order equipment and hire a staff “This pan of the building hadn't been occupied for several years, so it wasn't ready to just move into to," Dr. Douglos Smendik, the new doctor in Middleville, takes a break from his already busy schedule. Dykstra's Preferred Poured Walls, Inc. • Poured basement walls • Flatwork < • Farm work 1 ROB DYKSTRA, Owner 10698 Finkbelner Rd., Middleville 795-7674 Smendik said. Besides any necessary repairs. Smendik had to order equipment and hire a staff Rather than going a more traditional route of having a full-time office person and a full-time nurse. Smendik decided to hire two part-time people for each area "1 did it mainly for flex­ ibility." he said. “It will be better for covering for vaca­ tions or sick time." in his practice. Smendik said that he and his staff will be able to handle about 90 per­ cent of the needs of his pa­ tients right at the office. The other needs can be taken care of at Pennock Hospital, where he is affiliated. Particular areas of specialty for Smendik include obstetics and gynocology, and gastrointestinal problems. He earned his medical degree from the Michigan State University College of Human Medicine. Smendik recently com­ pleted his three years of residency that is required for a family practitioner (general practitioners only have a oneyear residency). For a short time before go­ ing to medical school. Smen­ dik was a pharmacist. He completed the phar­ macologist degree at Ferris State University, where he, met his wife. Amy who is a pharmacist. She is originally from Hickory Comers and that is why the Middleville location is nice for their family. "I never would have been able to do this without her." Smendik stressed. The couple has been mar­ ried for seven years and have two sons. 2-year-old Jared, and 5-month-old Erik. Zoya, a miniature schnauzer is also part of the family. They are settling into the house on Gun Lake that they bought. 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(M-37) Caledonia * 616-891-0050 open Monday Sohxetoy 8 a m to 5 30 P m RckBpServic* $30°° Boating is a relaxing past time shared by the whole Smendik family including Dr. Douglas Smendik, his wife Amy, and sons 2-year-old Jared and 5-month-old Erik. water skiing, boating, fishing or hunting. The boys already love boating. Jared wants to go for a ride every time he sees the boat. The family also is active at Sts. Cyril and Methodius Church in Gun Lake. Local cyclists to ride in ‘Bike for Breath’ Bicycle riders will be out in force Saturday to help raise funds for the American Lung Association's “Bike for Breath" bicycle tour, starting in Caledonia. Besides the two-wheel pedal type of cycle, the larger motorized version also will be seen, as members of the Gold Wing Road Riders Chapter L2 of Hastings will be out on their motorcycles to lend a helping hand. The busy in­ tersections that require traffic assistance will be patrolled by the Gold Wing riders. Long-time Hastings resi­ dent Dick Johnson is the chapter director of Hasting’s Gold Wing Riders Association Chapter L2. “Our riders will be out to help with safety of the event wherever we can,” he said. “Our Gold Wing motorcycles are able to blend in with the bicycle traffic and help motorists and bicycles share the road. "Most of our motorcycles are equipped with two-way radios or cellular telephones to provide traffic updates so the inconvenience to motorists is at a minimum and the safety of the bicycle riders is in­ creased. If there should be an emergency, our mobility and communications capability allow us to summon help very quickly." The bicycles will leave Caledonia Middle School, starting at 8 a m. and the riders will be choosing a 25K. 50K. or l(X)K ride. The longest tour will take them around Gun Lake before returning to Caledonia Johnson said. “The chapter L2 members feel its important to help the community, and the bicycle charity event is one we are well equipped to assist. I know the bicyclists riding with them. “Sometimes the motorist don’t realize how vulnerable the slower moving bicycles can be. Besides, we always have a lot of fun helping out at this type of event "Our chapter is called the “Yankee Springs Wings' and when a bicycle tour is planned around Gun L.akc we arc usually on hand to help." Johnson's Chapter L2 has assisted with traffic safety at the American Diabetes "Tour De Cure" and the MS "150 Two-Day Tour,” both popular area charity bicycle touring fund-raisers. Letterheads Business Cards Envelopes PRIN Brochures Wedding Invitations Z MORE Quality Printing at Affordable Prices! | Call 945-9554 or stop by ... 1952 N. Broadway (M-43) You can depend on us for SERVICE! Brakes starting at... $ Ww A AQ0 $150000 U-HAUL an axle Computer Diagnostics KER’S AUTO REPAIR PLUS Engine Overhaul starting at... Transmission Repair starting $35Ooo 891-9871 9874 Cherry Valley S.E. (M-37), Caledonia OPEN: Mon. Fri. 8 to 6; Sat. by Appt. Only �The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml I August 9, 1994 / Page 11 All-Star team members are (front row, from left) Nick Gallup, Andy Price, Jeremy Vandefifer, Note LaVoie, Steve Wiersma, Ryan Cameron, (back row) coach Mike Alvarez, Will Holmes, coach Jim Vandefifer, Matt Alvarez, Erik Ver­ non, Ron Haynes, Chod Schondelmayer, Joe Norman, Josh Stauffer, and coach Ralph Haynes. Pony League all-stars join tourney The Middleville TKYB Pony League (13 and 14-year-olds) sent an all-star team to a 12-team tournament in West Ottawa near Holland Slate Park the weekend of July 22 and 23. This is the second con­ secutive year TKYB has sent a team to this tournament and this year was the best ever. coaches said The team was led in hitting by Josh Stauffer, followed by Ron Haynes, Steve Wiersma, Erik Vernon and Matt Alvarez, all batting over .500 for the tournament. The team average was .346. The pitching standouts were Andy Price, Joe Norman, Jeremy Vandefifer, Ryan Cameron and Chad Schondelmayer. Leading the team defensive­ ly, from behind the plate was catcher Will Holmes, in the outfield Nick Gallup and on the infield Nate LaVoie. The all stars were coached by Mike Alvarez, Jim Vandefifer and Ralph Haynes. Blueberries are delicious and available Long before Europeans ar­ rived in the New World, the native people of North America gathered a variety of wild sapphire-colored berries as a food staple. The Native Americans call­ ed these fruit "star-berries” because of the star-shaped calyx on the top of each berry. Today, wc know them as blueberries. The American Indians ate them fresh, stewed and dried and mixed with meat and other foods. When European colonists arrived, they Uxik to the new fruit immediately and created pics, cobblers, preserves, syrups and desserts, such as blueberry slump, a kind of boiled cob­ bler. and blueberry buckle, similar to a crisp. Though wild berries have been around for thousands of years, cultivated blueberries are a recent development. A New Jersey botanist. Frederick Colville, around the turn of the century worked hard to create an easily grown blueberry for home gardens and farms. Today many varieties are available. Most cultivated blueberries arc highbush plants growing 10 to 15 feet tall for easy hand or machine harvesting. Ninety-five per­ cent of the world’s commer­ cial blueberry crop comes from North America. Wild berries, which have a slightly tarter taste, arc also harvested. They arc treasured by bakers for their ability to hold their form during cook­ ing. Almost the entire wild crop is snapped up for com­ mercial blueberry muffin and pancake mixes. A blueberry is a blueberry unless it's an artifically flavored “blueberry” found in some baking mixes. It pays to read the label to make sure you arc getting the real thing. Ample supplies of blueber­ ries arc frozen and canned, so you can enjoy blueberries throughout the winter. Fresh blueberries should be plump, firm and relatively • Homeown*r» " Cash Fast * *1*1 and 2nd Mortgage pu»cnaM <x relnartce land contracl taSranong • Homa or Rc/xal Property ‘So* Cradt OX. •en Conaowanon afc. Tew Eaay ’Car 24 Hour* AktM Mortgage 4 France Corp 800 2221 WEE Pre QueWteehnn Thornapple Roofing & Siding Vinyl Siding Replacement Windows Free Estimates Licensed Builder 795-2039 free from leaves and stems. If you store them unwashed and covered in the refrigerator, they will keep up to three weeks. Wash them just before using them. If you want to freeze them, arrange the berries in one layer on a cookie sheet. Place the cookie slicct in the freezer. When the berries arc frozen, transfer tlicm to plastic bags or freezer containers and store in the freezer until you want to use them. If properly stored, frozen blueberries will last up to two years. Blueberries sometimes change color wltcn cooked. They can turn red when they come into contact with acids such as lemon juice, vinegar and yogurt. In a bailer that contains a Urge amount of baking soda, they can turn greenish blue. Color changes do not affect flavor. When making pancakes and waffles, add the blueberries as soon as the batter is poured on the griddle. If you use frozen berries, make sure they arc heated through before serving. Usng hard frozen berries hi batters will reduce color streaking. Add frozen berries last to fruit mixtures to avoid coloring other fruit. The North American blueberry harvest slants in mid-spring in Florida and ends near the beginning of Oc­ tober in Michigan. The prime seas*mi for fresh blueberries in n nd-June through September. Kids who attended Vacation Bible School at the Middleville Christian Reformed Church last week, raised nearly $600 to buy hospital gowns for a hospital in Zam­ bia, Africa. These are just part of the children responsible for the donation. Local VBS raises almost $600 for African hospital by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Mukinge Hospital in Zam­ bia. Africa, will benefit from the pennies, pop cans and ad­ ditional offerings collected at the Middleville Christian Reformed Vacation Bible School. When the totals were added from the five-day program, $588.59 had been collected, well above the goal for the project. The money will be used to buy children’s hospital gowns. With the amount raised. 294 gowns can be purchased Children (around 85 kids at tended each day) and staff brought daily offerings and had two very special fund­ raisers. Wednesday was designated as Pop Can Day. Students and staff brought in 1.982 pop cans, earning a total of $198.20 Thursday was Penny Day and 14,669 pennies were col­ lected. This particular project was chosen because of a Mid­ dleville connection with the missionary involved Missionary Doraine Ross is the sister of Helen Bender, who lives in Middleville “We praise God for the wonderful love He has helped us show to the children and Ms. Doraine Ross through the money the Middleville com­ munity has given.” said Jean DeVries, one of the VBS volunteers How I Legally Stopped Paying Federal Income Tax My name is Barrie Konicov, and I am running for U.S. Congress on the Libertarian ballot in the 3rd district of Michigan, which includes Kent, Ionia, and the northern half of Barry County. I am a Libertarian because Libertarians support the Constitution, which expressly forbids the federal government from imposing an income tax, which is a direct tax, on We the People. IRS TAXES ARE VOLUNTARY I know they are voluntary because my wife, Susie, has received a letter from the IRS exempting her from both filing and paying federal income tax IF I AM NOT REQUIRED TO FILE OR PAY FEDERAL INCOME TAX, THEN NEITHER SHOULD YOU. Here are a few additional topics that I will be covering: • Stopping Employment Withholdings • Removing Bank Account Levies • Stopping Wage Garnishments • Stopping Audits • Stopping IRS Threats • Removing Tax Liens You’re Invited? A series of FREE LECTURES open to the public on the subject of taxes and money will take place: Tuesday, August 9 Tuesday, August 16 11 AM, 6 PM &. 8 PM 11 AM, 6 PM &. 8 PM Democratic Hall, 328 S. Jefferson, in Hastings. In preparation tor the meeting, I ask you to call the IRS at 1-800829-1040 and ask them die following question: “What law or statute requires me to file or pay federal income tax’’ Write down whatever they tell you, and bring it to die meeting along with a friend! Paid for by: The Bame Konicov for Congress Committee, 9390 WhitneyviUe Rd. SE, Alto, Michigan Postal Code 49302. Telephone: (616) 891-2217 �Page 12 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / August 9, 1994 Watch for Perseid meteor shower on Aug. 12 The pre-dawn hours of Aug. 12 may bring Michigan's sky watchers an exceptional view of the annual Pcrscid meteor shower, ac­ cording to University of Michigan astronomer Richard Teske “1994 may produce an outstanding display,” Teske said. "If so, observers in eastern North America will be ideally placed to sec it.” Astronomers agree a big Perseid meteor shower is coming, Teske explained, but they disagree on what year to expect it. Some think the great shower will come this year, while others say we’ll have to wait until 1995 or 1997. The best time to look for Pcrscid meteors is between I and 5 a.m. Friday. Aug. 12. Observers should watch from a location where the sky is dark—away from yard lights and shopping malls This year, the moon will set in the west before midnight, so we will not experience its light­ polluting interference. Choose a place that has a flat horizon without nearby trees or buildings. Bring a blanket to lie on. because you will be gazing nearly straight up. “Perseid meteors arc usual­ ly about as bright as the North : i r i ■ is ii'sti^iiiti^wnh^r « f 11B IIIITlUll tul WJ7 10 DAY SPECIAL August 9 — August 19 I LUBE, OIL $1E99 4| & FILTER ■ I _ LIMIT 5 QUARTS OF VALVOUNE — • TIRES-R-US - 'mustbringcoupon ® EXTRA 5% SENIOR DISCOUNT & Call 795-3550 500 ARLINGTON (M-37) Next to Crystal Flash — Middleville OPEN: MONDAY thru TUESDAY 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM VMwutl' FRIDAY 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM ♦ SATURDAY 8:30 AM to 2:00 PM —... It works hard for the money Tote that cart, lift that blade. With our GT242 Lawn and Garden Tractor, you can get a lot done without spending an awful lol Plus, the modern styling and sleek rear-fender flares are almost as good looking as the low monthly payment NOTHING RUNS LIKE A DEERE. like intersecting streets. A collision occurs if the Earth and the grit-sized pieces ar­ rive at the intersection point at the same time. As each sandy bit plunges into our at­ mosphere at high speed, it produces the bright trail and flash of a meteor. ”A typical Pcrscid meteoroid likely resembles a grain of sand about oncsixteenth of an inch across. It weighs in at 0.1 gram, less than the weight of a small postage stamp,” Teske ex­ plained. “The orbital move­ ment of Earth and grain com­ bine to produce a grain arrival speed of 37 miles per second. Atxxil 60 miles over the Earth, the meteor begins to glow—partly from its own in­ candescence and partly from friction with molecules of air. Within one or two seconds, the tiny grain is consumed and its molecules dispersed in the upper atmosphere ’ ’ According to Teske, these bits of rocky material came from the surface of a bright comet named Swift-Tuttle, which visits the inner solar system every 135 years. The comet and its sandy debris follow a long orbit track around the sun in a path that carries them beyond the planet Pluto before they curve back toward the inner solar system. In December' 1992. SwiftTuttle whizzed by the same orbital intersection point that the Earth passes thnxigh each Aug. 12. Astronomers believe a large anxxint of debris is tagging along immediately behind the comet. "The Earth is due to plunge thnxigh this flowing stream of sandy bits every August for awhile, so Pcrscid meteor showers in subsequent years should be grander than usual.*’ Teske said. In search of calcium M I Star, Polaris, but some arc much brighter,” Teske said. "Their fiery streaks can be as long as the Big Dipper’s han­ dle. Some leave glowing trails that persist for a few seconds before abruptly fading.” The meteors seem to come from the constellation Perseus, located in the nor­ thcast sector or the pre-dawn sky. Their streaks arc best seen nearly overhead in the vicinity of the W-shaped con­ stellation Cassiopeia, in Cepheus next to it. and in parts of the sky to the south toward the Great Square of Pegasus. With g<xxl condi­ tions. meteor hunters ought to see more than one per minute, according to Teske. “Meteor showers occur when the Earth’s orbit around the sun intersects the indepen­ dent orbit of a stream of sandy material, which has been ejected from a comet.” Teske said. The separate paths arc John Deere GT242 No interest until March 1, 1995. Financing also available on push mowers. At a time when a women’s needed for calcium is critical, her consumption of milk — one of the best sources of calcium — may be at its lowest. Between the ages of 12 and 55, milk consumption drops from about 26 gallons a year to under 10, according to the American Dairy Association. In fact, the average American woman over age 44 consumes only half the recommended amount of calcium. 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Throughout this state and nation, people come together an­ nually to celebrate what is unique to their community . Some celebrations are bigger, such as Grand Rapid’s annual art festival, now more than 25 years old. Others are smaller, such as Caledonia's annual Fourth of July celebration. Big or small, all of them offer great family fun and an opportunity to get together with our neighbors and community members. Next week, the people of west Michigan will come together for the 59th year of the Kent County 4-H Fair. The Kent Coun­ ty Fair is youth-oriented, offering our young people an oppor­ tunity to show off 4-H projects they've worked on throughout the past year. As it has for many in our area. 4-H has played an integral role in the lives of both my wife. Pam. and I. as well as in the lives of my father and my children. I still remember my first time at the fair. I was about nine years old and had a calf that I had bought from Roger Meyer near Caledonia. I did well enough that I was able to go onto Michigan State University's now-defunct State Show. I'm con­ vinced that experience led me to MSU’s less than 10 years later as a college freshman. 4-H is a great opportunity for young people in all walks of life There are projects that range from the traditional show ing of farm animals and food prepartion, to newer projects of cultural arts and family living. In particular, young people learn responsibility. The responsibility comes through two experiences: prepar­ ing their projects and participating in the fair. These young people have to spend a lot of time on their 4-H projects. While each kid has a leader, the young people do most of the work NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Caledonia Township Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider the following request: APPLICANT: Daniel Timmer REQUEST: Special land use to allow a residential accessory building in excess of 1200 sq. ft. pursuant to Section 3.11 (C) of the Zoning Ordinance. LOCATION: 8900 Alaska Ave. nuoiir PP# 41-23-22-400-032 rUuLIU HEARING DATE: TIME: August 15, 1994 7:30 p.m. Caledonia Township/Village Hall 250 Maple St. Caledonia, Ml 49316 All information relative to this request may be reviewed In the office of the Township Planner, located at 250 Maple St., Caledonia during normal business hours. Interested persons may attend the public hearing and be heard with regard to the requested amendment and or send written com­ ments to the Caledonia Township Offices, P.O. Box 296, Caledonia, Ml 49316. Caledonia Township Planning Commission LOCATION: Dated: July 30, 1994 Charter Township of Caledonia COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on August 29, 1994, at 7:30 p.m. the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall, 250 south Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, concerning an ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia. If adopted, the proposed zoning ordinance amendment would amend Chapter 3 of the Township Zoning Ordinance so as to provide that the use and development of lands within the Township shall comply with all applicable provisions of the Charter Township of Caledonia policy concerning privately-owned public water supply systems within the Township. A copy of the proposed Zoning Ordinance amendment is on file and may be examined during normal business hours at the office of the Caledonia Township Clerk, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan. All interested persons may attend the public hearing and be heard with regard to the proposed Zoning Ordinance amendment. Dated: August 1, 1994 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA To improve education in America, state governments should think of school children the way successful businesses think of their customers At Kodak, for instance, quality leadership, or Total Quality Management, reinforces the mandate that everything Kixlik empkiyees do is on behalf of a customer, whether external or internal. Everyone for whom we perform a service is in effect a customer. Similarly, state governments could think of "Kids First" and work to put all their support systems in place to make that strategic intent a reality—even in an era of tight budgets. Among things that could be done are: •Integrate social sen ices at the school level and form what some educators call a “commu­ nity school.” Provide students and families with the support structures they need to succeed. This might even save money. •Exempt school districts from regulations and rules that increase paperwork but don't improve performance. •Have longer school days. This could be a boon to work­ ing parents as well as provid­ ing more educauon time. themselves. The preparation alone offers a great life lesson in respon­ sibility. But another lesson comes from the fair’s competition. A youth who does well in preparing a project for the competi­ tion may likely be rewarded with a blue ribbon. It is through this that many young people learn the rewards of hard work. Because 4-H has meant so much to Pam and 1. we made sure our kids were involved. All four have animals of their own they've cared for and raised as their 4-H projects. They, like hundreds of other youths from Kent County, will be culminating their work in 4-H at the fair. So often we read and hear about the kids in trouble — rob­ beries. gang activity and even shooting. But the kids represent a small minority of our young people. I’d like to encourage you to come out to the fair to see w hat most of America's kids are all about. They come from farms, suburbs and cities, from all walks of life. They are preparing themselves for a better future The 4-H fair runs from August 8 through the 13. It is located at the Kent County fairgrounds just south of Lowell near the Flat River. •Tie the right to a driver’s license to a level of education skills competency. A continuum exists from school readiness to what ulti­ mately might be called “skills sccunty" for the graduate: The need for this has never been more imperative As recently as 40 years ago, a person with minimal educa­ tion could find employment that was gainful and, in many cases, lifelong. Those days are over. Today, a person needs a ground ing in math and science, the capacity to read and write clear­ ly and the ability to continue lifekmg learning. The education­ al continuum must also embrace the provision of adequate health and nutritional services and early chiklNxxi learning centers It must extend to the achieve ment of a skills foundation. We need each individual to meet (he demands of a technological society and to participate in a world where an ability to read and wntc .ind an undersLinding of math and science will not tmly be desirable but essential, not only to pervtnal success and security, but to our collective well-being as a society. To this end, Kidak is odenng free leaflets <n rts cduotM iial irutia Uves. hr a tree copy, wnte The Office of Education Initiatives, Dept. 4121. Fl A l aiiiui Ktxfak Company. 343 Stale Street. Rochester. New Y<ik 1465041517 "Celebration of the Past" BOWNE CENTER, MICHIGAN Historic Bowne Center invites you to attend a "Celebration of the Past" on Saturday August 13, 1994 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the comer of 84th and Alden Nash SE, Alto, MI We will pay tribute to the One-Room Schoolhouses located in Bowne Township - Alto, McVean, Curley, Bowne Center, Harris Creek, Logan Lake, Star, Stone & Lowe and we are asking all former students and teachers to attend this special celebration. First thing in the morning enjoy a coffee and donut with the Alto Lions Club, then see a cooking demonstration over an open fire, see and buy handmade pillowcase dolls, have lunch at the Ladies Aide Hall or at the Lions Booth, see the authentic Civil War Encampment, talk with the soldiers, visit the Quilt Show and Historic Museum and stop by the General Store for some wonderful homemade goodies, visit the petting zoo, let the children participate in the old-fashioned games, listen to music provided by PJ's Band of Marne from 11 to 2 p.m. then the Michigan Two-Steppers will dance, then taste some fine apple cider floats, sit in the shade & reminisce with old friends and new, receive a free blood pressure test from the local firemen who will display their rescue equipment and sign up for the door prizes. See you then! Bowne Twp. Historical Society �The Sun and News. Middleville. 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If you pay in advance, you save 50' billing charge. Deadline is Friday at 4.00 p.m. For Sale For Rent PLACE A CLASSIFIED AD in this paper 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by calling 948-4450 using a touch tone phone SWEET CORN by the dozen or bushel. 5314 100th SL, Caledo nia. Phone David at 891-1414 3 BEDROOM APT. no pets, $500. a month plus deposit 795-7290.__________________ BANQUET HALL FOR RENT: Gun Lake. For recep­ tions, reunions, meetings. Bar and kitchen facilities available. Call 672-7110.________ Lawn & Garden COMPLETE LANDSCAP­ ING, top aoil, sand, gravel, hauled and leveled. Retaining walls, relandscaping and new construction. We’re Easy To Get A-LAWN with. 891-1843. Pets FOR SALE: BLUE HEELER (STOCK DOG) lively female pups! 8 weeks old, shots, tails docked, parents on premises, $100 each, phone 517-852-1714. FOR RENT: MIDDLEVILLE DUPLEX, 2 bedroom, $460 per mo. plus utilities, no pets. Call 948-8714 after 6 p.m. For Sale Automotive PLACE A CLASSIFIED AD in this paper 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by calling 948-4450 using a touch tone phone. VOLVO, 1988 - 740 GLE, 4 door, auto, sunroof, ADS, gold, mint condition, $7,800. 616-891-9857 after 7:30p.m. Garage Sale Miscellaneous BIG ESTATE SALE, SATUR­ DAY AUGUST 13, 8a.m. to 2p.m., furniture, appliances, dishes, cabinets, tractor and much more. Even thing must go. 2266 76th SE._____________ MOVING SALE: WEDNES­ DAY 8/10, antique glassware, clothes, household. 8901 92nd, across from Saskatoon Golf Club.______________________ CLASSIFIED AD RATES REMINDER: $4.40 for 1st 5 words; 12c each word thereafter. MAPLE VALLEY: $220 for 1st 5 words; 10< each word thereafter. SUN & NEWS: $2.75 for 1st 5 words; 10c each word thereafter. LAKEWOOD NEWS: $2.75 for 1st 5 words; 10c each word thereafter. BANNER: $2.00 for 1st 5 words; 10c each word thereafter WEEKENDER: $250 for 1st 5 words; 10c each word thereafter. •50c bookkeeping charge for want ads not paid within 7 days. PLACE A CLASSIFIED ANYTIME, 24 HOURS A DAY, 7 DAYS A WEEK BY CALLING 948-4450. (TOUCH TONE PHONES ONLY)____________________ AUGUST 12TH/13TH, 9-5, 7011 Whitneyville. Childrens clothes, bicycle caner for baby, misc. items. National Ads GIRLS WANTED FROM MICHIGAN & INDIANA between 7-19, to compete in this year’s 7th annual 1994 Grand Rapids Pageants. Over $20,000. in prizes and scholorships. Call today, 1-800-PAGEANT, ext 6171 (1-800-724-3268). READERS: SINCE MANY ADS ARE FROM OUTSIDE THE LOCAL AREA, PLEASE KNOW WHAT YOU ARE BUYING BEFORE SENDING MONEY. Mobile Homes TRUE VALUE HOMES has 3 gently pre-owned homes listed in Cider Mill Village. Ready for immediate possession. Easy financing available. Call Sandra today at 795-7900 of 531-1400. Real Estate MIDDLEVILLE SCHOOLSWATERFRONT/ AFFORDABLE, lovely older 3+ bedroom home, country setting with 133’ waterfront. Aluminum siding and large wooded yard $79,900. 616-795-9311.______________ WHERE IS CIDER MILL VILLAGE and what’s going on there? Call Sandra at 795-7900. Jobs Wanted MIDDLEVILLE’S FINEST 117 West Main, Middleville Phone 795-7911 Sun.-Thurs. 3:30 to 10:30 p.m. Fri. & Sat. 3:30 to 12:30 a.m. TWO PIZZAS for ONE SPECIAL PRICE* Help Wanted Save up to 70% On second Pizza NO COUPONS • NO FREE POP NO FREE DELIVERY Good Only Sunday thru Thursday (NOT VAUD Friday and Saturday) Specials not valid with any other offers or Free Delivery rI — coupon— FARO S ITALIAN PIZZA Middleville >2.00 OFF NOT VAUD WITH ANY OTHER SPECIAL Take Out Only • One (1) Pet Coupon I J Try Our New /bld Fashioned\ HUDSONVILLE1 CHICKEN SANDWICH ___________________ Hand Dipped ’ Try Out... ICECREAM • < S Cones • Sundaes h Subs • Lasagna ^Spaghetti • Burritos Banana Splitsrj ? 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Flexible schedule required as the Data Center oper­ ates 15-17 hrs each day. Previ­ ous 10 key or proof experience will be helpful. Requires the ability to lift 50Ibs. Apply at the Personnel Office, Hastings City Bank 150 W Court SL Hastings, Mi. 49058 EOE.____________ PERSONS TO WORK ON LARGE dairy farm near Cale­ donia. Full and part lime. Phone Jerry Good at 891-9687, TEACHER WANTED Pre school teacher for Co-operative Program to two days a week. Must be Elementary Certified. Please send resume to; Chris Boysen, T K Community Educa­ non, 3885 Bender Rd, Middle­ ville, Mi 49333.____________ WANTED: 100 DISTRIBU­ TORS to work from home parttime or full-time, unlimited income opportunity. Call (616) 945-5900.__________________ COOK PART TIME Apply in person *l; Whistle Stop, 1202 Jordan Lake Street, Lake Odes­ sa, Ml DECKS. LET US help you design a deck especially for you, free delivery. Available at Durk­ ee Lumber, Alto, 868-6026. Thank You CARD OF THANKS We wish to express our sincere thanks and gratitude to all rela­ tives and friends who sent cards, gifts, attend the musical prog­ ram, or helped in any way to make our 50th Anniversary, July 9th, such a beautiful and memor­ able occasion. A special thanks goes to our children and grand­ children for their musical tribute, time, work and effort It was beautiful! Also, special thanks to Paul Storm for his time and expertise for the program. Thanks to Larry Ferguson for his photography and Helen Wingcir for preparing the delightful lunc­ heon. In all, it was a happy occa­ sion and one that shall always be fondly remembered. Bob and Helen Near Business Services ADULT FOSTER CARE licensed home has openings for individuals with special needs. Country setting, caring atmo­ sphere, transportation provided for appointments and recreation. 868-0944.__________________ BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment BOAT DOCKS now stocking a complete line of Tommy Dock system. Durkee Lumber, Alto, 868-6026. __________________ GYMNASTICS IN MOTION offering pre-school through advanced classes, all ages. Also boys and girls USGF competi­ tion teams. For information call Cathy 795-7620.____________ HOMEOWNERS* CASH FAST! ♦Home and income property’Debt consolidation♦Tumed down? problem credit? We can helpPFast, easy - Call 24 hours. AAA Mortgage & Finance Corp. 1-800-968-2221 Free consultation.___________ PIANO LESSONS: EXPER­ IENCED TEACHER has openings for students in Alaska area. Call Jan Oberlin at 868-0278.__________________ POLEBARNS, DESIGNED TO YOUR specifications, free planning and delivery. Do it yourself or builders available. Durkee Lumber, Alto, 868-6026.__________________ SUNSHINE HEARTS LICENSED CHILDCARE. I now have openings for full or part-time and any shift available. Large fenced-in yard, hugh play­ room, all meals provided. I also offer “drop-off services” for those occasional evenings or weekend nights out Call Vicki 891-9679. __________________ TREE TRIMING AND REMOVAL, slump grinding, free estimates, fully insured, we leave your yard clean. B & B Tree Service 795-7575. TRIPLE CHECK TAX AND ACCOUNTING SERVICE. WE OFFER A COMPLETE ACCOUNTING AND TAX SERVICE. FOR APPOINT­ MENT CALL 891-1886. 9958 CHERRY ALLEY, (M37) CALEDONIA. LOCATED IN CALEDONIA PLAZA. Promoting Literacy (NAPS)—A unique lit­ eracy program now enables consumers to donate book money to local schools and libraries with every purchase of SYLVANIA Halogen light bulbs. This consumer rebate, valid through 1994. is one of several new components A program contributes hundreds of dollars in book funds to participat­ ing schools and libraries. to the OSRAM SYLVANIA America’s Official Reading Time national reading program. Now entering its third year, the program is the first private sector, child-oriented national program which promotes a specific hour—7:00 to 8DO p.m.—to encourage regu­ lar family reading To get started in the new program, educators at local schools and libraries can request America’s Official Reading Time rebate coupons worth $1.00. These are then dis­ tributed to students and their parents. When com­ pleted and returned with proof-of-purchase for a SYLVANIA Halogen light bulb, the company will for­ ward one dollar to the des­ ignated school or library in the consumer’s name Participants will also receive a free copy of “How To Get Your kids Excited About Reading." This booklet was created in cooperation with Read­ ing Is Fundamental (RIF), a national non-profit organization, and pro- vides age-appropriate tips for families who want to put reading back into their lives. The Cost Of Literacy The impact of illiteracy in our society, and the need for private sector involve­ ment. has been well docu­ mented. The U.S Depart­ ment of Labor indicates that adult illiteracy costs society $225 billion annual­ ly in lost productivity, wel­ fare. crime and poverty. America’s Official Reading Time: Get Involved Teachers and librari­ ans can call, toll-free, 1800-LIGHTBULB. tc obtain rebate offer coupons and suggestions on how to stage local “reading time events" designed to raise bucks-for-books. Consumers can obtain a free copy of the booklet. “How To Get Your Kids Excited Alxiut Reading" by calling 1-800-1JGHTBULB. EVERYTHING PREPARED FRESH DAILY! FARO’S PIZZA Caledonia's Finest • 891-9287 • Pan Pizza • Bread Stix • Regular Pizza • Subs Dinners • Wet Burrito • Taco Pizza xj UNBELIEVABLE SPECIAL 4 J 2l BUY ONE PIZZA AT REGULAR jO nmee ew reFAun Mir PRICE, GET SECOND ONE FOR 1/2 PRICE LIMITED TIME offer no coupon needed ‘ Buy One Sub > at Regular Price ’ Get the 2nd Sub ^NEW! Wet Burrito ; '• Salads J !• Taco Pina ■4 Spaghetti $4 99 f Only... I k NO COUPON NEEDED For Limited Tim® Onty Faroe Pizza • Caledonia | - COUPON -9 I . - COUPON , I' 2 GIANT LASAGNA/ 2 SPAGHETTI/, I or 2 GIANT WET 1 DINNERS ' I BURRITO or COMBO Includes Garlic Bread 1 ! | EXPIRES 9/8/94 I 1 $X99 Q I i Not valid in conjunction / with any other coupons r Faro’* Pizza • Caledonia * EXPIRES 1 | 9/8/94 | $"799 | / a Not valid m conjunction I / with any other coupon* | ' ( Faro'* Pizza • Caledonia I I Y Ph. 891-9287 I O— _PhJ9li282 _ PICK UP ONLY • READY IN 15 MINUTES We Use Our Own SAY ASOVT FA*O S PtZXA tajojceiord <00% Seal Cheese NEW Ojfft . -- 9790 CHERRY VALLEY, M-37 - CALEDONIA � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/704/SunandNews_1994-08-16.pdf fddbfa0d71fe04667a5bbcd6f0309051 PDF Text Text Your Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas No. 28 I August 16. 1994 Middleville, Michigan 49333 TK School Board sets opening day for Aug. 30 by Margaret Fowler Stuff Wnh r With the opening of school in just a few weeks, the Thor nappie Kellogg School Board wrapped up some loose ends for getting ready last Monday The board set the official opening of school for Tues­ day. Aug. 30. which will be a full day for the students Teachers will be in the buildings at least a half day on Monday. Aug. 29. School will be in session for three days before the long l^ibor Day weekend. Students will not have classes on Friday. Sept. 2, through Monday. Sept 5. School reopens on Tuesday. Sept 6. The board unanimously ap­ proved the hiring of two new teachers Diane Sevald will teach kindergarten at McFall Elementary. Sevald has several years of leaching experience, in­ cluding more than three years as a substitute teacher for TK schools in pre-school through third grade, resource rooms, and Pre-primary Impaired classrooms. She also has taught in the Grand Rapids Public Schools in a neurologK.ally impaired classroom, and first and se­ cond grades in the VanDyke Public Schools Sevald earned her bachelor of arts degree from Michigan State University and has addi­ tional course work in reading and language arts through Oakland University. She received her permanent Michigan teaching certificate in 1974. Tracy Swindell will be teaching a fourth-grade classroom at Page Elementary She is a recent graduate of Aquinas College, with a ma­ jor in social science and a minor in reading Swindell completed internships at Harrison Math/Science Academy and Aquinas College Reading Clinic. She has tutored high school students in English and social studies; and diagnosed, in­ dividualized and implemented School day, Page 2 Caledonia kids take active role at Youth Fair Members of the Caledonia area Cherry Valley Livestock 4-H Club pose for a photo near the end of this year's fair. In the back, from the left, are Kurt Kaechele, Ed Smith, Brenda Kaechele, B.J. Welton, Lisa Kaechele and Jennifer DeVormer. In the middle row, from the left, are Ryan Haywood, Michael Mager, Christian DeVormer and Michelle Mager. In the front are Eli Cryderman (left), Jeff Mager and Kevin Kaechele. Not pictured are Molly Cryderman, Emma Cryderman and Matt Patterson. Story and more photos on Page 6 Caledonia Council sets policy on development costs by Barbara <>all Staff Writer Applicants seeking zoning approval from the Village of Caledonia now will have to pay for extra costs for review­ ing the request. The Caledonia Village Council last week approved a new policy stating that developers and others submit­ ting zoning applications will have to pay the costs of such out-of-the-ordinary expenses as: — Special council or plann­ ing commission meetings to consider the project — Review by the village at­ torney and preparation of resolutions and ordinances governing the project. — Review of the proposal by either (or both) the village planner and the village engineer. — Additional public hear­ ing notices. — Traffic, environmental impact or other special studies needed to consider the project. The policy deals with a Yankee Springs to ask for fire, road millages in November by Margaret Fow ler Staff Writer The Yankee Springs Towsnhip Board already is koking toward the November election, even though the primary has just been held Renewal of a half mill for fire protection will be one item on the ballot The current millage levy is in effect until December. The board also has approv ed asking for an additional *4 mill, also to go toward fire protection. The township receives no extra money for the upkeep of the roads, an expense that lakes a bigger and bigger chunk out of township funds, according to the board So an additional balkx ques lion will ask for Vi mill that would be earmarked specifically for township road maintenance and upgrading One example of road public hearing in which there maintenance expense for the was no public input. — Announced that Dave township was approved by the Klein, the township assessor, board last Thursday evening. Payne Lake Road between had turned in his resignation Chief Noonday and Bowens effective Sept. 30 because he Mill roads will be repaired is accepting a full-time posi­ tion with Belding and seal coated for an approx According to London, they imate cost of $10,000 to the are interviewing qualified township Supervisor George London candidates now — Set a $50 fee for splitting said work was to begin this week and should be finished lots or parcels to cover the ad ministratne costs of that well before winter. The public hearing process. — Received a petition from necessary before setting up a special assessment district for a group of residents close to the blacktopping of Terry the passageway io Robins Bay Drive also was held. Cost of from Gun Lake, asking that it the project should be about be declared as a No Wake Zone $17,000 — Was notified that there That was approved and the job may be completed before are several pit toilets around Barlow Lake Several winter. In other business, the neighbors signed a petition asking for the elimination of township board: — Held a Truth tn Taxation these pit toilets growing problem for the council, which has had to pay with village funds the costs for reviewing complicated pro­ jects. requiring much more consideration and expense than usual. In the resolution establishing the new policy, the council states that present application fees for zoning ap­ provals cover only considera­ tion of such projects at regularly scheduled Planning Commission, Zoning Board of Appeals and Village Coun­ cil meetings. Under the new policy, the village will keep an account of all extraordinary costs, which then will be billed to the appli­ cant after final action is taken on a developer’s proposal No building permit or oc­ cupancy permit shall be issued to the applicant until the bill is paid. If the bill is not paid after 14 days, the village may issue a stop work order on the project However, each applicant for a zoning review will be issued a copy of the policy. Signing the application will indicate the applicant agrees to pay the fee for extraor­ dinary expenses Council agreed that if a pro­ ject will incur an unusually high bill, the village clerk and planner will recommend the council bill the applicant ear­ ly, with any left-over funds to be returned to the applicant. This policy is similar to one just passed by the Caledonia Township Board, which also faced the problem of zoning application fees not covering all costs generated in con sidering new proposals. Council also considered a new ordinance that will regulate care of village trees in the public right of way The Tree Committee, head Developement, Page 2 Thornapple Board holds truth in taxation hearing by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The Thornapple Township Board adopted I 6498 mills as the combined general and fire protection tax levy last Monday. Prior to the board’s ap­ proval for the levy, which is divided equally, a truth in tax­ ation public hearing was held. The Township Board also approved the continuation of services offered through Fund Balance Support Co. It is the company that has designed the software for the township computer system. The annual coal of the pro­ gram that works directly with the township clerk is $2,100, which breaks down to $350 for each of six facets of the system. Besides maintenance and updating, the company also works to correct problems. Supervisor Don Boysen said See Taxation, Page 2 In This Issue.... • Caledonia OES Club celebrates 100 years of service to area • Gloomy skies don’t deter kids at Kent Youth Fair • Area Macker Maniacs score 3-on-3 victories �Page 2 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I August 16. 1994 Candidate sought for village positions Council, Planning Commission has openings The resignation of Caledonia Village Council Trustee Paula Moeriand has prompted council members to ask interested village residents to apply for the seat Council also is seeking ap­ plicants to fill a vacancy on the the Village Planning Com­ mission created by the resignation of Commissioner Zoltan Berencsi. The Village Council is the governing body of the village, and meets on the second Mon­ day of the month. The Planning Commission, an advisory arm of the coun­ cil. meets the first Tuesday of the month to consider all plan­ ning and zoning issues and recommend their approval or rejection by the council To be eligible for either board, an applicant must be a registered voter in the village and a resident of the village for at least one year. Both Village Council and Planning Commission members occasionally must have special meetings, and Clerk Jackie Cherry said ap­ plicants should have a real in­ terest in village government. “We have many projects under way right now. and while that is exciting, it also means the council and the commission face some extra work in dealing with the growth in the village.” she said. Applicants for either the commission or council vacan­ cy should send a letter of in­ terest to the village office at 250 Maple. The new trustee will be recommended for council ap­ proval by the Nomination Committee, made up of Glen Klaver. Dan Erskine and Jan Soules. This committee will review all letters and inter­ view all council applicants The person chosen as Moeriand s replacement will serve until the next general election, when he or she will have to run for the office. Planning Commission members are appointed by the Village Council and do not run for election. Klaver said he was sorry to lose both Moeriand and Berencsi “Paula has provided some very good input while on the council, and she has been a good worker for the council.” he said. He especially complimented her work in coordinating the annual Caledonia Fourth of July celebration for the last two years. He said later he also ap­ preciated Berencsi’s time and effort on the Planning Commission. “We re sorry to sec him leave, but we understand there is a conflict with his work schedule, and there’s nothing anyone can do about that. “The Planning Commission is often a thankless job. and we appreciate all that he has contributed. Anyone with questions about the Village Council or Planning Commission should call the village clerk at 891-9384 during office hours. Middleville pair attend 19th Twins Festival Doris Kelly, chaplain and patriotic instructor for the Thornapple VFW Post No. 7548 Auxiliary, shows the flag from the Department of Michigan Ladies Auxiliary. Thornapple VFW Auxiliary receives flag from state Thomapple VFW Post No. 7548 Auxiliary was the first auxiliary in Michigan to have the honor of receiving the American flag from the Department of Michigan Ladies Auxiliary to the Veterans of Foreign Wars. Dons Kelly. Linda Hum­ med, and Gay Lee Kelley at­ tended the state convention in Lansing and received the flag TAXATION, for the auxiliary . They will use the flag in parades, meetings and at district and state conventions The Ladies Auxiliary also is doing several fund-raisers, such as a sub sale. Avon and pop can drive to acquire funds to purchase an embroidered Auxiliary flag to stand with their new U.S. flag from front page that at regular township meetings, the board usually focuses on individual items that need attention. “We need to have time to look at some of the broader issues facing us,” Boysen said. The board has decided to begin meeting on a quarterly basis to be able to get a closer look at those larger issues. They have tentatively set up that meeting for the first Mon­ day of each quarter. Boysen also informed the board that the second road dusting application on the gravel roads in the township has been completed. Robert and Joseph Montney of Middleville attended the I9th annual Twins Days Festival in Twinsburg. Ohio. Saturday and Sunday. Aug. 6 and 7. This event, held annually in the only city in the world nam­ ed to honor twins, hosted 2,673 sets of twins (including triplets, quadruplets and quin­ tuplets) from across the United States and around the world. This year’s event was the largest known gathering of twins in the world and is listed in the “Guiness Book of Letter to the Editor We must stop “drunk murder” To the editor: What do you call it? Our new (1992) drunk driv­ ing laws spell it out “Drunk Murder’” M argaret Albin of Muskegon ecently described for us the anguish, shock, anger, life-long grief and disbelief “Drunk Murder” causes. “Drunk Murder” can happen to our family, in families of attorneys, judges, policemen and legislators, all of whom have special areas of responsibility in reducing this holocaust on our highways, waterways and snow trails. Alcoholics, get help you need and avoid being involv­ ed! Casual drinkers, get smart, don’t drink and drive, and kill, and go to prison, or die! Are you one of the sur­ vivors? Have you recently at­ tended, with some 400 other caring people, a memorial service for beautiful young woman whose promising life was instantly ended by a very drunk driver? Do you know such a driver and his family? Whether in prison or not — how does he feel? Fred Baughman Gun Lake MADD Michigan Volunteer DEVELOPMENT COSTS, from front­ World Records” as such. Twinsburg (located bet­ ween Cleveland and Akron on S.R 91) was named in honor of Moses and Aaron Wilcox, early settlers (and. of course, twins) from Kellingworth. Conn. The town’s name was changed from Millsville to Twinsburg in 1817 at the re­ quest of the twins. In exhange for this honor, they donated six acres of land that became the town square and $20 toward starting the first school. The Wilcox twins were so identical, only their oldest friends could tell them apart They married sisters, held all their property in common, were stricken with the same ailment, died on the same day. and are buried tn the same grave in the Twinsburg Locust Grove Cemetery. The Twins Day Festival features numerous “twins contests." Bobby and Joey competed in the cutest males 12 months and under category and placed third, winning a bronze medal The festival also included a parade, games, ftxxl. craft booths, two full days of live entertainment (musicians, singers, dancers, fireworks, and more) Next year's festival already is being planned and will be held Saturday and Sunday. Aug. 5 and 6. 1995. SCHOOL DAY, remedial reading programs for fourth-, fifth- and seventh­ graders. Swindell also had the op­ portunity to spend a semester in Tully, Ireland, where she was a teacher’s aid. The board also accepted the resignation of Stephen Hoke who has taught third grade at TK schools for 8!6 years. Hoke has accepted a posi­ tion with the Hastings Schools. Milk and bread bids were from front page — approved, with Rocloff Dairy receiving the bid for milk, and Oven Fresh got the bread bid. It also was announced four representatives from TK schools will attend a technology conference in Dallas, Texas, in October. New Curriculum Director Cheryl Allen, board member Wendy Romph, who heads of the technology committee, a high school teacher, and a representative of the elemen­ tary schools will attend. ed by Judy Kidder, drafted the 1. S£CLU0€D STTTWC This 3 bedroom raised ranch home is located on 1 acre with a nice creek. Features include o kitchen with dining area, a recreation room, IV. baths and a 4th bedroom in the lower level There is also a garage and a drtve-in workshop CoH Gene Poll for more information. Office 795-3305 or home 795 9521 $89 900 __ Assoc. Broker. GRI............. 795-9521 Karen Brown.......................795-9331 Cathy Williamson CRS GRI 795 9090 Kay Stolsonburg. Assoc Broker Office: 497 Arlington, M-37 ordinance, and after some minor amendments by at­ torney Jim Brown, will see ac­ tion at next month’s council meeting. The Tree Committee reported it is planning an Ar­ bor Day program with Caledonia Elementary as part of its effort to make Caledonia a national “Tree City.*’ In other business, the council: — Accepted the resignation of Trustee Paula Moeriand. (See related story.) — Approved Council President Glen Klaver's ap­ pointments of village residents Harold Cavner and Jake Sleutel to fill two vacancies on the Zoning Board of Appeals They will fill the unexpired terms of former ZBA members Norm Buer and George Grucz. who both have moved out of the village STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY in the Caledonia Village 795-7272 To my extreme mortifi­ LB Phone (616) 795-3305 L=J wmto. ‘OFFICES IN HASTINGS AND MIDDLEVILLE* *~~~" cation. I grow wiser every da*. —lx»rd Byron FARM INLAND MARINE WORKER’S COMPENSATION COMMERCIAL-LIABILITY �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / August 16, 1994 / Page 3 Caledonia OES club celebrates 100 years of service to area Chapters from around the area helped the Caledonia Chapter Number 97 Order of the Eastern Star of Michigan celebrate its 100th anniver­ sary on Sunday, July 10. A birthday party open to the community was held in the same historic Masonic Tem­ ple on Mam Street where the OES has met for all of its existence. More than 100 OES members. Masons and com­ munity friends joined the centennial celebration. Also on hand for the event were members of the Grand Chapter OES of Michigan Worthy Matron Millie Folk. Worthy Patron Dick Carey, Grand Adah Nancy Carey and Grand Chaplain Mary Ivey were among those guests On display at the hall were the anniversary, and Worthy Patron Ken Pomtt crafted two silhouettes of walnut to pre­ sent to Worthy Grand Matron Folk and Worthy Grand Patron Carey. John DeVries presented life memberships to Conard and Jackie Cherry and to Hugh Kegerrets. OES member Dorothy Dut cher prepared an Eastern Star birthday cake surrounded with five dolls, also made by Dut­ cher. Guests enjoyed punch, coffee and ice cream, too. “We'd like to offer a sincere thank you to all who came to share this birthday celebration." said Caledonia Worthy Matron Millie Porritt "Their presence made it a celebration we’ll long remember." The Chapter was chartered relief, and through Thanksgiving and Christmas funds OES also contributes to scholarships for students for religious leadership training, to the Masonic Home at Alma, to the Shriners Hospital and many others. Locally, the group donates to celebrations for children and to the Santa Claus Giris. Dutcher and her baking crew often take homemade cookies to the Sandy Creek Nursing Home in Wayland. The Caledonia Chapter also sponsored a Job's Daughters group from I960 to 1985. and many former Jobs members are members of OES Porritt said the chapter now is looking forward to another successful and satisfying 100 years in Caledonia. Tho official birthday cake and the five dolls decorating the table were mode by OES member Dorothy Dutcher. pictures of the chapter’s Wor­ thy Matrons, beginning with the first. Vesta Pratt. Also displayed were the handmade quilts given to retiring Wortfiy Matrons each year for the last seven years Many crafts were made by chapter members to celebrate on Oct. 11, 1893, for furthering the purposes of Freemasonry. Through the Grand Chapter Order of the Eastern Star of Michigan, the Caledonia chapter contributes to the assistance of many Masonic families with care for the aged, emergency Nashes celebrate 25 years Tom and Linda Nash (Powers) will celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary on Aug 16. They were married in the Otsego Congregational Church, Aug. 16. 1969. The occasion will be celebrated with a family din­ ner. Congratulations! Grace Walton celebrates 80th The children of Grace Walton would like to invite all family, friends, neighbors and acquaintences to a surprise 80th birthday party and family reunion. The joyous event will take place on Saturday. Aug. 20 at the Freeport Park Pavillion. A potluck dinner will be served from I to 5 p.m. Everyone is welcome to come and help Grace celebrate her 80th birthday and make it a day she will never forget. Zody • Fox exchange vows The children of Cindy Zody and LeRoy Fox are happy to announce the marriage of their parents on May 7. 1994 in a double ring ceremony in Las Vegas. Nevada. The newleyweds are residing at 7 Market Street in Middleville with their five children: Tim and Danny Fox. Heather and John Betit, and baby Scott. The bnde graduated from Davenport in 1994 as an Ex­ ecutive Legal Secretary Her husband is employed at Simp­ son Industries in Middleville A reception for family and friends will be held at a later date Conard and Jackie Cherry and Lee VanAllsburg enjoy refreshments at the Caledonia OES 100th birthday party. Seated at the table ore Dave Coswell, Doris Boyd, Harriet Wells and Gerry Neil. Members of the Grand Family are visiting behind them. (Photos courtesy Millie Porritt.) Stay 3 Days In Toronto On Us! HILTON Includes Three Days and Two Nights of. Deluxe accommodations at the Toronto Hilton Hotel • Complimentary continental breakfast for two • Complimentary split of champagne • Two children occupying same room as parents slay free Located on the shores ofLake Ontario, Toronto, Canada's beautiful international city offers plenty of vacation options such as scenic parks, historic sights, Canada's Wonderland and sports including the World Champion Toronto Blue Jays, the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Canadian Football Leagues, Toronto Argonauts. How? Qualify and close your mortgage* at State Bank of Caledonia during the months of August & September (’Second mortgage and Tome equity loans are not included in this promotion.) Qtate i^ANK MAIN OFFICE 627 East Main St. Caledonia, Ml (616) 891-8113 ALEDONIA THE FIRST NAME IN COMMUNITY SERVICE BANKING DUTTON 2305 68th St. S.E. Dutton (616) 698-6337 All 3 Locations Open All Day Monday thru Friday and ’til Noon on Saturday MIDDLEVILLE 303 North Arlington Middleville. Ml (616) 795-3361 LENDER �Page 4 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I August 16, 1994 ......... —..... . -j Neighbors with... NORMA VELDERMAN During the last week of our Leader Dog Training, we had a heavy schedule of places and things we still had to do to finish the training. We would go into the country, walk bike trails or travel on a dirt road. We would be divided into ac­ tivity groups, according to our needs. There would be day trips for those who were atten­ ding college. We went to a big mall plus being given time to do any shopping we wanted to do. Those attending college went to a university for a whole day. Those from big cities would spent the whole day in Detroit Of course, any trip was supervised by trainers No one ever was three minutes away from a trainer They were walking constantly, checking on each person where they were and if they were doing OK. Then all of us went in a large group shopping in Thrif­ ty Acres, or in downtown Detroit. We experienced revolving doors, elevators, going up stairs in a two-story mall, as well as buying anything we wanted to get When we were done, we all returned and sat on the bus un­ til everyone had returned They even kept the bus' air conditioning on for the early arrivals One wide bike trail covered with tar. was four miles long and out in the country We didn't have to cross any roads on this trail. It was wonderful to walk fast and steady. while smelling the country. It was beautiful weather. The bus would be waiting at the end of the trail for those of us who wanted to go the whole way If anyone wanted to stop, all they had to do w as step to the side of the trail and wait until the trainer came to take them back to the nearest san. They constantly rode up and down on bikes, checking. On another trip we had to travel on gravel and road's shoulder. Some of the shoulders had but not one of them swerved. Another trail was used by bikes and roller blades, as well as hikers. Several bikers had their small children with them. Then another trail was an old railroad track with no rails. The actual road bed was narrower and had very steep sides. The bushes had grown higher than my head, hanging a little over the path. I only went a little over two miles on the six-mile trail because the steep sides, the overhanging bushes and the fast bike riders kept me brushing the bushes to stay on my side and safely let th eother side pass me. 1 stopped to pet Houston and he laid his head on my foot to gently remind me not to get so involved that I forgot him. He does love to be smooched. By the way. please do not washed out from the ram. One girl got too far down the shoulder and turned her ankle She called out to the rest of us. who relay ed the in­ formation down the line to present any more trouble. It was difficult to stay off the actual gravel road, while judging exactly where I was. Sometimes I would get too far off the shoulder and the slant would tell my feet to go a little to the right. It was a wonderful challenge to go straight with some speed, but not too fast. The dog would help you w ith that. One bike trail went around a lake and they warned us to keep a firm hold on our dogs because they were mostly lab retrievers and the smell of the water might tempt them to swerve off the actual path. It was really a test for the labs. touch a Leader Dog when he is in harness. His harness tells him he is working. It is very hard not to want to touch him. as he just loves to be petted. It is OK when he is just on a leash, but not when he is working. Always be sure to ask for permission. Most dogs love to have tid­ bits. but check with the owner before you did it. We signed a paper saying that we would keep him only on dog food. Already. 1 am having trou­ ble with Cay and Johnny. They can’t resist his big brown eyes looking so hungry — the beggar.. I guess that is all about the wonderful time I had in Rochester. Thanks to the wonderful Lions Club for sen­ ding me there for the moat wonderful experience I have Continued next page LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church — Serving a Living Lord SUNDAY.........9:45 a.m.. 11:00a.m k 6:00p m WEDNESDAY................. *...........Family Fellowship Prayer k Bible Study 7:00 p.m. 7240 68th Street, SE 2 miles east of Caledonia M-37 FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville Bruce N. Stewart, Pastor Lee Taylor, Assistant Pastor Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service Pastor, Rev Bnan F Harnson Youth Pastor, Darrel L. Schrock Music, Jeffery C. Vander Heide CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A church with a caring heart for our community and the world" Sunday Services....... 9:30a.m. & 6:00 p.m* M-37 at 100th St., Caledonia, Ml Church Office: (616) 891-1512 Rev. Gerald Van Oyen Al Tiemeyer Community Calling 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer 6:45 p.m. Word of Life Clubs.........................................6:45 p.m. WELCOME TO Gaines United Brethren Church Kalama/iHi Avenue at 92nd Street Caledonia, Michigan Telephone 608-6252 Pastor Mark Beers Pastor Scott Taylor Reaching People With Christ 8:30 am to 9:30 am — First Worship Service 9:30 am to 9:45 am — Coffee Fellowship 9:45 am to 10:45 am — Sunday School 10:45 am to 11:00 am — Coffee Fellowship 11:00 am to 12:00 — Second Worship Service Nursery and Childrens Church will be provided during both services Set an example tn speech, in Me, in love, in faith and in purity" _ 1 Timothy 4:12 CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH THnst Holy 3Kosary Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street 314 E. Main, Middleville Phone: 795-9030 Rev. James Cusack Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass................................ 5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass........................9:00a.m. k 11:00a.m. KETTLE LAKE INDEPENDENT REFORMED Proclaiming the Historic Reformed Faith. Services at 9:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Worshipping at Kettle Lake School on Whitneyville Rd South of 68th Street CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST Church School.................. 9:30 a.m. Choir Practice ................. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service.............. 10:30 a.m. 250 Vine Street Church Office 891-8669 Parsonage 891-8167 Rev. Bobby Dale Whitlock Traditional Roman Catholic Latin Mass Rev. Fr. Francisco Radecki, CMRI Sacred Heart Devotions Sunday Mass: 4:00 P.M. Confessions and Rosary: 20 Minutes before Mass LAKESIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH CHRISTIAN REFORMED 6201 Whitneyville Avenue Sun. Morning Worship.......... 10:00 a.m. Evening Service..................... 6:00 p.m. Rev. Bernard Mulder, Pastor 868-6306 LEIGHTON UNITED METHODIST Peace Reformed Church Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Sunday Worship Services....... 8:30 or 11:00,6:00 891 -8028 MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN'RE FORMED 708 West Main Street Morning Worship Service............ 10 00 a m. Sunday School............................... 11:15 a m. Evening Worship Service.............. 6:00 p.m. YOU ABE INVITED Rev Roger Timmerman. Pastor 795-3667 8546 Whitneyville Ave at 841h St •891-8661 111 Church Street Sunday School.......................................... <730 a m. Sunday Morning Worshp. .................... 1030 a m. Sunday Evening Worship..........................6 00 pm Wed Midweek Prayer A Bote Study....... 7 00pm Q& mtom Dobsor ^asior jaarson ioUh faster; U*e Looney. Dir Church. 891-9878 Office: 891-8688 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 12200 Chief Noonday Road (at Gun Lake) Wayland. Michigan 49348 • 795-7903 Barner Free / Programs for All Ages Sunday Worship 10:00 am Sunday Sctwxil 1115 am Wednesday ‘ Family Night" 6:00 p.m Intpmng, Pvuttst, Church Office Phone - 795-9266 Cornerstone Wesleyan Church Phone 795-7076 brotherly love. " Rom. 12:10 First Service........................................... 8 30 am Sunday School 9:45am (Fellowship Coffee 9 45 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.) Bible Classes 10:00a.m. Second Service 11:00a.m. (All Senrices have a Nursery available) Rev. Robert Gerke Rev. Carroll Fowler — 765-5316 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto. Michigan 49302 Sunday School................ 10:00 a m. Morning Worship............11 00 a m. Evening Worship............... 6:00 p.m Wednesday Prayer Meeting/ Children's Classes........ 7:00 pm. Rode Ballard, Pastor - 868-6437 - Pastor Jeffrey Lee (Missouri Synod) Rev. Lynn Wagner — 795-3798 3ll|c CDld (Hinif ^riliodtal (Church Senn ces — Sunday School 1(K» a m Morning Worship ....... -...... 11 CO a.m Evening Worship...................... 6 00 p.m. Kraft Ave. & 84th St., Caledonia, Mi Parmelee Morning Worship........ 9:30 a m. Middleville Sunday School............ 9 45 a m Middleville Worship...................... 11:00 a.m “God Cares for You” Meeting at the Corner of Wood School Rd. and Wing Rd. St. Paul Lutheran "Be devoted to one another in MIDDLEVILLE and PARMELEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES and Jesus Chnst is Lord Children’s Church/Youth Worship during morning servn.es, Sunday Morning Worship Caraway St puppet ministry for K4ih during evening service* (Interpreted for hearing impaired)................9:30 a.m. Sunday School.......................................................... 11:10a.m. Sunday School.........................................9:45-10:45 Sunday Evening Service.............................................6:30p.m. Wednesday Night “Family Night” 6:45-8:15 Pioneer Club Includes Adventure Club, Choir* for Children and Adults. High (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday..................... 6:30 p.m School Youth Group and Adult Classes Prayer Meeting - Wednesday........................... 7:00 p.m. Youth jFellowship - Sunday.............................. 5:00 p.m. For information call: 891-8119 RAY TOWNSEND, Pastor TIM DOUBLESTEIN. Youth Director WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH "The Church where everybody is somebody Barner Free • M-37 between Caledonia & Middleville Rritnaru, Irrijtd The Reorganized CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST of Latter Day Saints 8146 68th St near Whitneyville Ave Church School, Sunday....................................... 10:00am Morning Worship........ 11:00 a m Evening Worship........... 6 00 p.m Wed Fellowship........... 7:30 p m (in home* or church) call Pastor Lloyd DeVormer Sr. 897-7407 �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml I August 16, 1994 / Page 5 VBS collection to benefit Georgia flood victims goal. too. The final tally on Friday from the children amounted to $401.26. more than enough to have the additional pledge All week, as mones was brought in. the teachers would give them an idea of what that amount would buy. Average attendance at the Bible School was 59. with some 13 older kids and adults as teachers and helpers. The money was given to the Middleville Methodist Senior Paster Lynn Wagner on Friday. He will pass it on to St. Paul’s United Methodist Church in Grand Rapids, which is sending a work crew to Georgia in early September. Anyone else who would like to contribute to the flood relief fund may contact St. Paul’s U M C. at 949-0880 by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Children in Middleville once again have led the way in raising funds to ’ help the unfortunate. The .Middleville United Methodist Vacation Bible School kids raised $751.26 to be donated to the Georgia Flood Relief effort. Just the week before, the kids going to another vacation Bible school raised almost $600 for a hospital in Africa. According to some of the leaders of the Methodist VBS. the kids were excited about their project. Thursday was designated as “penny day" and more than 12,000 of the copper coins were collected. The children’s enthusiasm was catching. Some of the adult church members offered to add $350 if the kids hit that Kids attending Vocation Bible School at the Middleville United Methodist Church last week raised just | OBITUARIES MIDDLEVILLE NEIGHBORS from Page 4 — Arietta K. Lindbout GRAND RAPIDS - Arietta her h husband, Herman Lindh­ 1986. K. Lindhout, 80, of Grand out, o Surviving is a daughter and Rapids passed away Friday, son-in-law, Nancy Jane and August 5, 1994. s< Erickson of Grand She was bom July 3,1914 in Robert R grandchildren, Brenda Gaines Township, Michigan to Rapids; R Erickson Anderson, Titus and Julia (Schantz) Kay K Blough. RRobert Victor Erickson, Il and Ann Erickson; sistersArietta was married to Nicole N Mrs. LaVeme (Loretta) Herman Lindhout and was a in-law, ir homemaker. BBlough and Mrs. Henry Blough. Preceding her in death were (Dorthea) (1 Funeral services were held August 9, at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Middleville with Pastor Monte C. Bell officiating. Interment Holy Corners Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Organ/Piano Fund. Arrangements were made by Caledonia Funeral Chapel. Pearl M. Vermeulen______________________________ MIDDLEVILLE - Mrs. Pearl M. Vermeulen, 90, of Middle­ ville, passed away Monday, August 8, 1994 at Thomapple Manor, Hastings. She was bom on April 9, 1904 in Dorr, the daughter of Fred and Anna (Van Ommen) Slagel. She was raised in the Middleville area. She was married to Ernest E. Vermeulen on February 9, 1922 in Middleville. Mrs. Vermeulen was Mulford of Hastings; five grandchildren, eight great­ grandchildren, one Great­ Great-granddaughter. Funeral Services were held Wednesday at the Beeler Funeral Chapel, with Reverend Stanley Finkbeiner officiating. Interment at Mount Hope Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Pennock Hospital Clipper S. Butler_ MIDDLEVILLE HERITAGE DAYS — September 17 — 3 on 3 Basketball 4 on 4 Volleyball Co-ed Softball Horseshoes S1GN-IT DEADLINE SEPT. 10 Contact — > 795-7033 • Dmt* 795-7229 employed at Middleville Engi­ neering in the 1940’s and early 1950’s. She was a homemaker and enjoyed her flowers and gardening. She was a member of the Prairie Garden Club. Preceding her in death were her husband, Ernest E. Vermeulen; daughter, Marjor­ ie M. Mulford; and greatgranddaughter, Kalene A. Reahm. Surviving are a daughter, Norine (Keith) Wilson of Hast­ ings; son-in-law, Al (Pat) ——J Oak Hill, Florida - Clipper S. Butler, 83, of Oak Hill, Flor­ ida and formerly of Middlevil­ le, passed away on Sunday, July 31, 1994 at Ocean View Nursing Home. Mr. Butler lived in Middle­ ville until 1980. He retired as a mail carrier with more than 20 years of service. He was a member of the First Methodist Church of Little Lambs Co-op Pre-school Middleville. He was a 40 year member of Middleville Lodge #231 F & AM and a United States Army veteran of World War II. Surviving are his wife, Clara; two sons, Warren (Cynthia) of Ormond Beach and David (Betsy) of Middle­ ville; two grandchildren, Anne-Marie and Michelle; numerous nieces and nephews. At his request, there will be no visitation or funeral service. Cremation has taken place. 4’s or Young 5’s 891-1670 ever had. I now have Houston, a wonderful friend. God bless every one of you Lions Club members for such a wonderful gift, both as to the training and for Houston. I feel so rich. A great big hug to all of you folks, my community family. I will start calling you again for news next week Monday. REAL LIFE . . . REAL ANSWERS GLCC Gun Lake Community Church At Gun Lake Community Church we are committed to making a difference in the lives of people (now and forever) by: • Being true to the Bible, yet relevant for today. • Promoting an atmosphere of love and acceptance. • Removing obstacles for people to know God's love by doing everything in a way that is clear, sensitive to those who are unchurched, positive and contemporary. That is our vision, and we are grateful for your overwhelming response. As a result of our rapid growth we announce a new Sunday morning schedule to better serve you. Beginning — August 21 Two morning worship celebrations 8:30 a.m. • 10:00 a.m. August 21 — Pastor Keith Dragt “How an Eternal Perspective Can Change Your Life” Uplifting music, inspiring soloist Michael Burgess is... ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS Classes offered for 3’s, over $750 to be sent to help victims of the Georgia floods. Air Conditioned Child Care provided “You matter to God and you matter to us" Historians say the first important European civilization, the Minoan culture, began on the Greek island of Crete about 5,000 years ago. Gun Lake Community Church 12200 Chief Noonday Road mile east of Patterson) 795-7903 �Page 6 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I August 16, 1994 Gloomy skies don’t deter kids at Kent Youth Fair by Barbara (Jail Staff Writer The weather chose to be un­ fair to more than 1,200 young people exhibiting a variety of skills at last week's Kent County Youth Fair. But despite a week of gloomy skies, rain and mud. the events continued, fairly on schedule The drizzly weather was balanced by cool temperatures, which kept livestock, horses and dogs happy, even if humans got tired of the mud But even disappointing weather couldn't spoil the spirit of the fair. "The thing 1 love about this is the way the kids help each other out," said Caledonia mom Melanie Wyma. who was helping out in one of the horse bams. "My daughter is back at the trailer, sick with the flu. and just comes in to compete in her events.” She pointed to a girl brushing a horse nearby. “But here’s one of the kids in her club, grooming her horse and making sure everything's ready for her. "That's the thing that makes all this worthwhile. It's the way the kids care about each other.** Long-time 4-H leader and Fair Board member Larry Heyboer agreed "We could change this fair and probably make a lot more money." he said “We could bring in a beer tent, for instance, and some of those kinds of attractions, and we d have all kinds of people here But then we'd lose what this fair has always been about "When Governor Engler visited here this week, he described this as just a nice, clean little fair, and that's what it is. "It is and always has been a Governor John Engler and State Senator Richard Posthumus got steered to the right place when they visited the Kent County Youth Fair last week. Engler used to show beef cattle when he was a 4-Her, and Posthumus, who also is a Youth Fair alum, was on hand to watch his children show their animals. New faces at the Kent County Fair this year were members of the West Michigan Whitecaps minor league baseball team. Brian Eldridge (in white cap), who plays right field for the team, and Mat Reese, third baseman, enjoyed a tour of the fair and willingly signed autographs for their many fans. fair for kids.” The fair also has always been and still is about local communities supporting their young people, even though Kent County is more urban than it was 60 years ago. when the first Youth Fair was held. Non-livestock exhibits still draw blue ribbons for baked goods, insect collections, arts and crafts and the notebooks each 4-Her must keep. Wednesday evening’s livestock auction was pro­ nounced the biggest and best ever by fair officials. The young people saw their work raising prime poultry, beef and hogs bring in a total of more than $160,000 as local businesses and individuals bought up the animals. Saturday’s sale of more small animals and feeder beef would add to that total The traditional gallon of milk from the champion dairy cow this year was auctioned off at $425 to benefit the fair. Buyers also had fun bidding and re-bidding on one of the Continued nett page Kevin Koechele displays his rosette for his grand champion fryer rabbit. Emma Cryderman listens hopefully as bidding begins on her pen of chickens during the annual Youth Fair Auction last Wednesday. Stop and see — your choice is clear. Richard J. Choryan, O.D. DOCTOR OF OPTOMETRY 133 E Main St., Caledonia. Ml 891-9224 �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml / August 16, 1994 I Page 7 Lisa Koechele exhibits her grand champion single market lamb. Showno Seiloff takes her dog over one of the obstacles in the dog agility ring. The agility class is relatively new to the fair, and provides dogs and their owners a fun way to develop into a team. Megonn Phillips keeps on eye on her dog's position during the heeling exercise in the 4-H dog obedience competition. Brenda Kaechele's market pen of lambs won grand champion honors. Brenda, left, displays her cham­ pions with the help of Lisa Kaechele. turkeys, whose proceeds had been designated to im­ provements for the poultry barn. The gobbler finally sold for $1,100 ‘ Most kids made more than two or three times the market price for their animals." said a smiling EM Phelps of the Fair Board Lambs averaged more than $2 per lb.. beef went for an average of $1.25 a lb. and hogs were auctioned for well over a $1 a lb.. Phelps said. “Our buyers might come here to get some good meat, but they really support their local kids." he added. Pictured here are just some of the faces at this year's fair. Some won ribbons and trophies, some are winners just because they are participating. It’s a fair where adults can learn a lot from kids. Kurt Kaechele shows off his grand champion baker rabbit. His market pen of rabbits also took the grand championship. GYMNASTICS IN MOTION New Session starting... Monday, August 29 Mommy & Me Classes (AGES l‘/2 to 3) Cathy Moma, the owner, is very excited and motivated to make this the best club in the area We offer classes for all ages and levels: preschool, beginner, intermediate and advanced. We also have a girls and boys USGF competition team. Classes are held Mon. thru Thurs. and Sat. morn ings. Kids, we also have hours available to rent the gym for that special party 3207 M-37, Middleville aW wr/ 3kc Cream sdjoppe The presidential cus­ tom of throwing out the first ball of the baseball season began under William Howard Taft in 1910. NT H on our Menu — Sandwich and Medium Drink for only Turkey C lub Turkey Pastrami American Club Ham & Cheese Call 795-7620 or 795-3410 PRESCHOOLERS WELCOME THE GYM Cherry Valley Family Care Homeniadt 490 Edwards Street Middleville waffle Cone> ( ones • Sundaes Moats • Malts Shakes • Banana Royal Soft brinks • Banana sundae Hudsonville ICE CREAM 795-4215 OPEN: Mon -Sat. 11 a m. 115 E. Main, Middleville Sun. 2,p.m. to 9 p.m. to 9 p.m.; — Associates in Family Practice — Douglas Smendik. M.D. James Weatherhead, M.D. NOW ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS! For Appointment Call, 795-4434 �Page 8 I The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml I August 16, 1994 KENT YOUTH FAIR, CONTINUED — Members of the Kent Special Riding Program wave to the spectators as they complete one of the events they performed at the Kent County Youth Fair. Despite her steer's obvious desire to mug for the camera, Rachel Kosters guides him on around the ring during judging. Behind her, Brian Kayser leads his Does the face on the left look familiar? E.T.' is making his third appearance on the fair page, though each time he has helped a different member of the Guikema family make a good showing in the horse ring. This year, he poses with Mark Guikema, who won the trophy for the High Point Trail class. Karen Pavlovic and Chris' pose proudly with their rosette after winning a first in Junior Intermediate Hunt Seat Equitation. Brooke Wierenga, left, and Heather Werkema are all smiles aner winning Reserve Junior Showmanship and Junior Showmanship Champion, respectively. Werkema went on to win Grand Champion Showmanship honors. 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Safe and Sound Since 1886 Hastings Middleville Caledonia Bellevue Member FDIC Nashville Wayland �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / August 16, 1994 I Page 9 Lightning starts barn fire near Middleville J-Ad Graphics News Service A lightening strike during an early Saturday morning thunderstorm is the cause of the complete loss of a 30 x 80 foot bam to fire. Several area fire departments, including the Thornapple Township Emergency Services, responded to the 5 a.m. fire at the Paul Bloem residence on Bowens Mills Road Bloem said Ik- heard the lightning strike that hit his bam. "I heard the crash, and got up and Itxikcd around. When 1 looked at ItK barn it was already burning." Bloem said. In the barn was what Bloem estimated to be between $20,000 and $50,000 worth of lumber. Also, a 1979 Mustang was lost in the fire. Bloem had been looking forward to building a smaller home when his children left home, and was storing lumber in the barn as he brought it a little al a lime. He said he had tlic needed two by-fours and 4x8 plywtxxl sheeting and more stored in the barn when the fire occurred. About two thirds of the cement block structure had two floors, the other third had 12 fool high walls to accommodate combines and other farm equipment. Bloem said firefighters told him the loss would be between $60,000 and $80,000. Thornapplc Township Emergency Services Chief Robert Woodard said when the metal roof threatened to cave in on firefighters, it was decided to let the ham bum. and monitor the fire to make sure it did not spread to other buildings. 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This foursome colled itself 'Encore' and won second place in their division at the Gaylord Mocker. From the left ore Mary Gless, Angie Adrianse, Annie Schmidt and Kelley Jackson. Taking a first at the Ludington Macker was the team We re Back.’ From the left are Jason Gearhart. Brian Brewer, Steve Liu and Greg Kortba. New Design Full Service Family Hair Styling Salon NEW! Casualwear NEW! & Sportswear 4 TANNERS: 2 Booths & 2 Deluxe Beds - - Ol’fcN - • 891-9257 Caledonia Village Center (M-37) /Is Always. Walk-ins Are Welcome — $ Credit Problems? Cash $ Problems? We can help. $ » Refinancing • Home Improvement • Debt Consolidation $ $ A-One Mortgage Corp. 310 44th St., S.W*., Wyoming, Ml 49548 $ 1-800-870-2663 $ ^luUlJz $ $ $ $ $ $ $ Jeremy Shriver, left, Steve Converse, Jim Mason and Chris DeBlaay won a Toilet Bowl Championship at the Ludington Macker. A first place winner at Ludington was this team of Scott Leatherman (left), Joe White, Nick Boncher and Andy Wilkinson. ... for your patience during our remodeling! Toilet Bowl champs at Belding were teammates Tim Whitney (left), Jeremy Huyck, Nick Dennison and Chris Dennison. Please slop in to say hello and look over our expanded & updated facilities. • We have expanded our work area by 1700 feet to serve you better and quicker. • We also offer the latest technology in paint mixing equipment. This provides custom tinting and mixing for a perfect color match. • Unibody and frame straightening. • FREE LOANERS while repairs are being made. Complete Auto and Truck ED'S BODY SHOP 110 Johnson Street at Kinsley one block off Main St. in Downtown Caledonia Fax (616)891-0446 Office Open Mo* f- M Other Hom &, ...to Todd Grinage This foursome took a first at the 3-On-3 Round­ ball Classic in Grand Haven. Team members are Kari Bustraan (front, left), Chelsea Peck, Sarah Kaechele and Vikki Jensen, all of Middleville. for purchasing my hog at the Kent County 4-H Fair. — Sarah La Nore X The first major work of electronic music was Poeme Electronique. by Edgard Varese in 1958. COLLISION SERVICE (C1C1 QCM.AlCrt IV IV/ 03 I V I 3 V X Water Gardening Water lilies, water plants goldfish and koi Also insullauoa of waterfalls and poods Apol’s Landscaping Company • gvhioao We want to be your “PRO" Shop. working with the PROS since 1969 Ed Pewioski 9M0 Kalanuw Caledonia 6 Months FREE Lot Rent 6335 Thomapple Lake Rd. 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Showing off their trophies are Colleen Cook (standing,left), Annie Schmidt and Angie Adrianse. Courtney Chelbeck is kneeling in the front. Cider Mill Village & True Value Homes < was. Winning a Sportsmanship Award at the Belding Macker was this team, the 'Tiny Trojans.' From the left are Christopher Finkbeiner, Mike Worst, David DeVormer and Joe Brinks. More Macker winners on Page 12 I NOPF Friday, Aug. 19 • Noon to 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 20 • 10 a.m. to 3 p.m TOWING & J RECOVERY (616)795-2200 • r 24 Hour Emergency Dispatch Come Look Us Over! Most major motor clubs accepted. • Unlock • Jump Start • Motorcycle • Flatbed • 4 Wheel Drive • Emergency Tire Repair ■■MM’ 507 Arlington (M-37) I -j Middleville, Ml 49333 “We’re Pulling For You’ Wr fiwUtz CURRICULUM TAP Mom, ★ Grand Prize 6 months FREE Lot Rent ■ ★ 35 Final Phase lots available ★ Homes can be ordered for fall delivery ★ 7 homes in stock for immediate occupancy ‘Celebrating NOW OPEN! 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Multi-million projects are underway this sum­ mer. projects that will change the face of the Caledonia community forever. From the sewer and water pipes in the ground to the new water tower extending above the trees, unusual kinds of construction are seen everywhere. The new Caledonia Middle School is rapidly going up on its Kraft Avenue site. The facility is scheduled to open in a year. | Obituaries The Tough Trojans' took a first at the Ludington Mocker ana posed for this photo with their trophies. From the left are Jeremy Anderson, Nate Bundy, Andy Brewer and Matt Liu. Ann Rachel Sherington MIDDLEVILLE - Ann Rachel Sherington, 66, of Gun Lake, Middleville has gone to Its good looks aren't everything Don’t judge this lawn tractor by its hood cover. Because underneath the LX172 lies a powerful, 14-hp engine. And within easy reach is an in-line, 5-speed gear transmission. But what’s really attractive is its low monthly payment. And isn’t that what really counts? NOTHING RUNS LIKE A DEERE’ NOPAYMEMSORLXTERESTTILMMtCHIW ______________ (to qualified buxers)______________ THORNAPPLE VALLEY EQUIPMENT, INC. South M-37, Hastings 945-9526 m m be with her Lord after a lengthy and courageous battle with emphysema. She passed away Friday, August 12, 1994 at Pennock Hospital with her children by her side. Mrs. Sherington was bom on March 14, 1928 at Kalama­ zoo the daughter of Roy and Ida Amanda (Fralin) Orr. She lived most of her adult life in the Gun Lake area of Barry County and for the past year with her daughter and family in Freeport. She was employed at Grand Rapids Plastics for 18 years as a qual­ ity assurance coordinator, retiring on August 8, 1991. She was preceded in death by her parents; first husband, Clayton (Bud) Damren in 1952; sisters, Ellen and Juddie; an infant brother. Mrs. Sherington is survived by daughter and husband, Suze and Daniel Hutchings of Free­ port, daughter and husband, Janet and James Wilkins of Tipp City, Ohio, son, Clayton Damren of Hastings, step-son, Carl B. Sherington of Florida, step-daughter, Cara Kidder of Wayland and step-daughter, Linda Dykstra, of Caledonia; ten grandchildren, Dan and Eric Hutchings, Talena, Zachary and Holly Wilkins, Ryan and Dei Kidder, Dennis Mattson, Shannon and John Dykstra; two sisters, Jane Milhous and Ruth Neil both of Battle Creek; brother, Ray Orr of Florida; several nieces and nephews; Mr. Carl Sherington, to whom she remained a great friend. Visitation will be Tuesday, August 16 at 10:00 a.m. until funeral time at the funeral home. Funeral services will be 11:00 a jn. Tuesday, August 16 at the Wren Funeral Home with the Reverend Michael J. Anton officiating. Burial will be at the Newbre Cemetery in Emmett Township, Battle Creek. Memorial contributions may be made to Barry Community Hospice. The new water tower and its adjoining water treat­ ment plant will bring conditioned water to the new middle school on Kraft Avenue and the Glen Valley development under construction along M-37. Even­ tually the entire village might be served by the system. Thornapple Roofing & Siding Vinyl Siding Replacement Windows Free Estimates Licensed Builder 795-2039 OIL & STRIPE Sunflower Mix Bird Feed 20 % OFF 50 lb. Bags (While they last — limited supply) Caledonia Fanners Elevator 891-8108 • 136 E. Main Street • Caledonia Open 6 Davs a Week �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / Auoust 16. 1994 I Paae 13 Construction continued from previous page Where corn once grew, blacktop roods now wind through graded acres just north of the Caledonia Village Centre. The commercial-residential Glen Valley development eventually will add more thon 200 homes and 13 commercial sites to the village. HELP WANTED FACTORY ■ WAREHOUSE The walls are being poured at the village's new sequencing batch reactor wastewater treatment plant. Located near the present lagoon system, the new SBR will provide more sewer capacity for the village and the township. Assembly, Plastic Injection, Stack Metal Parts, Packaging Line, Hilo Drivers, Ship/Receiving, Tag Clothes, Trim Press and many more openingsl LOTS OF JOBS AT GRAND RAPIDS, KENTWOOD. GRANDVILLE. WYOMING. BYRON CENTER AND ADA COMPANIES! MAXIMIZER’ COMBINES: RIGHT PRICE. RIGHT NOW Apply 8 am - 4 pm weekdays • Bring 2 pieces of ID ■ From 185- up to 260-hp John Deere Maximizer” combines with exclusive "Power Bulge" and unloading “Power Boost.” ■ Increased productivity, better quality grain and more of it. ■ Exclusive Ouadra-Flo" cleaning for premium-earning, low -chaff samples. Heavy machinery and traffic snarls mark the installation of a sanitary sewer line from the village north along M-37 to 76th Street. The sewer line will allow commercial and light industrial develop­ ment along the highway. PEOPLEMARK. Anx-ikas tivitniiiMMary WxkhMirV 2 GRAND RAPtDS LOCATIONS... 507 36th St., S E 866 3 Mlle Rd.. NW Equal Opportunity Employ* (616) 245-6161 low mainte­ nance features...and more! July farm prices unchanged in Ml <;oon DE1/.S. i.vn.i coot) deal more You are invited to a Combine Service Clinic Mon., Aug. 22nd, 10:30am at the dealership JOHN DEERE^ Equipment, Inc. Located on M-40 at 141st Ave., Holland (2 mi. South of 1-196) & 751-5141 Hours: M-F 7am-5 pm; Sat. 7am-3pm USED COMBINES *420 2510 hr. 90 JD 9400 RU’D 373 hr, 09 JD 9400. RWD. 502 hrs USED TRACTORS 1993 J D 4760 MFWD 490 hr. “RENT TO RENT”-OR—“RENT TO OHTY” J.D 8760 J.D. 4555. 2 Wheel Drive J.D. 4755 MF The Index of Prices Receiv­ ed by farmers in Michigan for all products as of July 15 was 120 percent of its 1977 base, according to the Federal/State Michigan Agricultural Statistics Service. The . July index was un­ changed from June and seven points less than last year’s in­ dex. The price index for all crops was 109, a two-point decrease from last month. Dry bean prices rose 26 percent from the previous month. Prices of soybeans and com both decreased from June, 10 and 11 percent, respectively. Hay prices decreased 7 percent while oat prices fell 4 percent. The livestock and products index, at 133 was 1 percent more than June. Steers/heifers and calves decreased 1 per­ cent and 2 percent, respective­ ly, while slaughter cow prices remained unchanged. Hog prices were down 5 percent, but milk prices were up 3 per­ cent to $13.30 pr cwt. Nationally, the June All Farm Products Index of Prices Received was 134 percent of the 1977 base, down four points from June 1994. Price declines from June for com, soybeans, oranges and wheat more than offset gains for lemons, potatoes, onions and cattle. The Index of Prices Paid by farmers for commodities and services, interest, taxes and farm wage rates for July was 199 percent of its 1977 average. The index was down one point from April 1994, but four points higher than Ju­ ly 1993 The July index was most influenced by a drop in prices since April for feeder cattle and calves, feed grains, feeder ptgs and hay. ■ MIDDLEVILLA LANES 891-1287 or 795-3640 FALL LEAGUE OPENINGS Adult League Openings - Men, women & Mixed THURSDAY Thirsty Nite — 9:30 p.m. Mens 3 per team Midnight League (Friday 12 30 a.m.) TUESDAY Mixed — 3 per team 9:00 a m. Mixed Men, Women or Mixed Men, Women or Mixed FRIDAY 3 person teams Early Risers — 9:30 a m. Womens — babysitting available Middleville Ladies 12:30 p.m., 4 to a team 4 person teams Babysitting available Friday Short Season Mixed— Sept thru Dec. Men, Women or Mixed Merchant Mixed — 9:30 p.m. — 4 to a team. 3 person teams SATURDAY Men, Women or Mixed Once a Month League Mixed WEDNESDAY openings 6 p.m. and 8:30 Senior Social Lunch and Bowl SUNDAY 8 week sessions, 10 a.m., $6.50 per Sunday 4:00 Mixed Short Season — person. Men, Women or Mixed Sept.-Dec. Men, Women, or 2 per team Mixed — 4 per team Wednesday Couples — 9:30 p.m., Sunday 6:30 p.m Every Other Week 1 couple per team Mixed Men, Women or Mixed — 4 per team MONDAY Industrial Mens 6:30 p.m. Two 5 person teams JUNIOR-ADULT LEAGUES 2 per team Mondays 4:00 p.m. Every week or Sundays 1:30 p.m. Every Other Week YOUTH BOWLINC A Wednesdays 4:00 p.m., 2 per team* Thursdays 2:30 p.m., 3 per team. NA/V Saturdays 9 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. 4 per team Teams of boys, girls or mixed — sign-up Saturday, Aug. 27th, Sept 3rd and Sept. 10 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. MEETINGS MONDAY LEAGUES Pnmter Mens Industrial. Aug 29th, 7 p.m. TUESDAY LEAGUES Tuesday Mixed, Sept 6th, 9 00 am Middleville Ladies, Aug 23rd, 1200 p.m. Bowlerettes. Aug 23rd, 6:30 p.m. Wotvenng, Aug 23rd, 7 pin Merchant Mixed, Aug 30th, 930 p.m. WEDNESDAY LEAGUES Senior Social Starting Sept. 7th Villa Lassies, Aug 24th, 7 p m. Wed Mixed, Oct 5th, 9:00 p.m. THURSDAY LEAGUES Classic, Aug 25tn, 630 p.m I Thirsty Nite, Aug 25th, 8 p m Midnight League. Fnday, 12:30 am., Sept 1 FRIDAY LEAGUES Early Risers. 1st day of bowling, Septv9th Fnday Mixed, 1st nite of bowling Sept 9th Friday Short Season 1st nite of bowling Sept 9th SUNDAY LEAGUES 6:30 Every Other Week 1st nite of Dowkng Sept 9th - or - Sept 18th depending on which league you bowl 700 Mixed, Aug 28th, 7 p.m GOOD OLE DAYS Starts August 20th 50e HOT DOG 50c BOWLING On M-37 North of Middleville • Open 7 days a week �Page 14 I The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml I August 16, 1994 SUMMARY OF MINUTES MIDDLEVILLE Official Village Council Minutes July 26. 1994 President Myers colled the meeting to order ot 7:00 p m. Present Bray, French. Oliver, Schellinger ond Stogroy Absent VondenBerg. Guests Morgoret Fowler from the Sun and News. Cothy Williamson. Donna Stogroy. Jonathan ond Amanda R<gg Ahren. Kyle ond Allison Kolka. Jeff Dionne ond Ed Eoglen Minutes of the July 12. 1994 meeting were approved with the correction of spelling of Morgoret ond the addition of Wastewater Treatment Plant expenditures. Agendo approved as printed Letter read from C-Tec Cable TV concerning rotes Schellinger. Chairperson of the Property Committee, recom mends not to sell lots 5 ond 9 of the Industrial Pork, to either tes­ terested party. Their plans for the lots do not lit with our plans for on Infrastructure grant. Trustee Oliver introduced Jeff Dionne who presented a presen tation concerning the Mid dlevilie Ski area to promote mountain bike racing (not motor bikes). Discussion held Oliver moved that Council approve in principle the proposed mountain bike racing (not motorized) facility at the old ski hill Support by Schellinger Ayes all. Carried French updated Council on the Planning Commission meetings. Myers reod a article from the Michigan Municipal Review magazine in regards to employee benefits Council ond Manager Mon shum reviewed the manager s report Manager Mons hum reported to Council on the many dog com plaints the office has received This matter turned over to Zon­ ing ond Ordinance Committee for recommendation Manager Monshum updated Council on the Village Hall logo sign. Cathy Williamson candidate for the 87th District State • NOTICE • Due to vacancies created by the resignation of a Trustee and of a member of the Planning Commission, the Caledonia Village Council needs you. If you are a registered voter in the Village of Caledonia and interested in either of these positions, please write to the Village Clerk at 250 Maple Street, Caledonia, Ml 49316, expressing which position you are interested in. Information about yourself and how you feel you can help to make our Village a better place to live would be very helpful. (W2) Represen tative introduced herseH to Council Township resident Ed Eoglen approached Council on his positive views of Middleville and will sod ly miss the Village of Middleville for he is retiring and moving. With no further business. Bray moved for adjournment. Support by Stogroy Ayes oil. Carried. Meeting odfourned at 7 38 p.m. Cheryl Hooper Village Clerk (104) VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA August 8. 1994 The regular meeting of the Caledonia Village Council was called to order by the President ot 7 00 p.m. with all members present except Moerlond. Several guests were also present Minutes ond financial state­ ment were accepted as printed. Bills of the month were approv­ ed for payment. Repair of red truck was approved Reports from Imperial Municipal Service and WW Engineering were heard. Reports were also heard regar ding the water project and the sewer plant. Rodgers reported on the pro­ gress at the sewer treatment facility ond the Township sewer lines. He was given permission to attend a seminar on Confined Space Entry Quotes have been received for work on the green truck and for equipment necessary for confined space en fry We need more quotes for the confined space entry equip­ ment ond Klaver and Rodgers will review the truck repair quote and report next month Motion by Erskine, seconded by Soules to repair low area on east Moin Street at a cost of $375.00 Carried CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP BOARD August 8. 1994 A special meeting of the Caledonia Township Board was colled to order at 7:10 p.m. Present Garbow. R DeVries. Snyder. Jousma. J. DeVries.. Dielemon. Gould Also Present Two citizens. BUILDING ADMINISTRATION PAY Phil Datema will be the new administrator for the building dept Also. Datema will be colled upon to do maintenance around the building. Compensation pay for building administration $5,200.00 ond for misc. maintenance $1.300 00 Moved J. DeVries, support Jousma to approve the above pay for Phil Datema Ayes R DeVries, Gould. Dieleman, J. DeVries. Snyder. Jousma Garbow Mo tion Carried. OFFICE STAFF Discussion was held on one full time office per­ son. That person should be the Deputy Clerk Deputy Clerk Joyce Reynhout does not wont to tee full time. Deputy Treasurer. Charlene Veenstra is looking for full time work with benefits. 1954 PA IM PROCEEDINGS YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN Notice of Public Hearing on the Special Assessment Roll for Special Assessment District No. 14 To the residents and property owners of Yankee Springs Township, Barry County, Michigan, the owners of land within the Special Assessment District No. 14 and any other interested persons: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE the Supervisor and Assessing Officer of the Township has reported to the Township Board and filed in the office of ttie Township Clerk for public examination a special assessment roll prepared by him covering all properties within the Special Assessment District No. 14 benefited by the proposed sewer extension. Said assessment roll has been prepared for the purpose of assessing a portion of the costs of the construction and installation of an extension to the public sewer system within the aforesaid Oakwood Shores Special Assessment District as more particularly shown on the plans of the Township engineers on file with the Township Clerk at 284 N. Briggs Road, Middleville, Michigan within the Township, which assessment is in the total estimated amount of $18,000.00. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE the assessing officer has further reported the assessment against each parcel of land within said district is such relative portion of the whole sum levied against all parcels of land in said district as the benefit to such parcels bears to the total benefit to all parcels of land in said district. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE the Township Board will meet at the Yankee Springs Township Hall, 284 N. Briggs Road. Middleville, Michigan on September 8, 1994. at 7:30 P.M. for the purpose of reviewing said special assessment roll and hearing any objection thereto. Said roil may be examined at the office of the Township Clerk during regular business hours of regular business days until the time of said hearing and may further be examined at said hearing. Appearance and protest at the hearing held to confirm the special assessment roll is required in order to appeal the amount of the special assessment to the state tax tribunal. An owner, or party in interest, or his or her agent may appear in person at the hearing to protest the special assessment, or shall be permitted to file his or her appearance or protest by letter and his or her personal appearance shall not be required. The owner or any person having an interest in the real property who protests in person or in writing at the heanng may file a written appeal of the special assessment with the state tax tribunal within 30 days after the confirmation of the special assessment roll. H.E VanderBee. Township Clerk 284 N. Briggs Road Middleville. Michigan 49333 (103) 795-9091 Discussion was held in regards to switching deputies. Moved Jousma, supported J. DeVries to appoint Charlene Veenstra os Deputy Clerk ond put on full time (32 hours) with benefits ond Joyce Reynhout as Deputy Treasurer. Ayes. R. DeVries, Gould. Dieleman. J. DeVries. Snyder, Jousma. Garbow. Mo tion Carried. SHERIFF PATROL Discussion was held on when we would start the patrol. The County would like us to start on September 15, 1994 for on eight hour shift. They would delay bill ing until January. In January the 16 hour shift would start. Moved J. DeVries, support Jousma to start patrol on September 15. 1994 for an eight hour shift. Ayes: Dielemon. J. DeVries. Snyder, Jousma. Garbow, R DeVries, Gould. Motion Carried. Discussion was held on the sub station in Gaines Township. Moved J. DeVries, support Dreleman. to join in the sub sta­ tion at a cost of $22,500 00 split four ways (County. Gaines. Byron, and Caledonia). Ayes Gould, Dieleman, J. DeVries, Snyder Jousma Garbow, R DeVries. Motion Carried. CONTRACTORS REGISTRA­ TION: Discussion was held on registration of all contractors that do business in Caledonia Township. Moved J. DeVries, support Snyder to implement a contractors registration fee of $15. Ayes. J. DeVries, Snyder, Garbow, R. DeVries, Gould. Nays: Jousma, Dielemon. Mo­ tion Carried. VERMEULEN RESOLUTION Overlooked approval of renwal. In compliance, has paid his first $2,000.00. If he doesn't follow through we can pull bond. Mov­ ed Snyder, support J. DeVries, to accept Planning Commission recommendation to approve renewal of VerMeulen Sand Pit. Ayes: Snyder, Jousma, Garbow, R. DeVries, Dieleman, Jousma. Nays: Gould. Motion Carried. AUDITOR: Discussion was held on bids received for the 1994 year ending audit. Moved Snyder, support R. DeVries to contract with Helmholdt ond Company for a three year con­ tract. Ayes: Jousma. Garbow, R. DeVries, Gould, Dieleman, J. DeVries, Snyder. Motion Carried. Call for Sun & News Action Ads PHONE 795-3345 FEE SCHEDULE Work was done on the schedule Moved Dieleman. support Jousma to a< cept the schedule as revised. Ayes: Garbow. R DeVries Gould. Dieleman J. DeVries. Snyder, Jousma. Motion Car­ ried. Discussion on resolution for escrow. Moved Gould, sup­ port R. DeVries, to approve the resolution for escrow. Ayes R DeVries. Gould. Dieleman. J. DeVries. Snyder, Jousma. Garbow. Motion Carried. Break at 9:10 p.m. Reconven­ ed ot 9:15 p.m. Work on budget for 1995 year. Moved J. DeVries, support Gould to adjourn at 10:10 p.m. Respectfully submitted. Patricio Snyder. Caledonia Township Clerk (100) Resignation from Trustee Paula Moe r land was received ond accepted with regret Resignation was also received from Planning Commission member Zoltan Berencsi. Coun­ cil will place a notice advertising for persons intersted in either of these positions to write to the Village Office expressing their interest Harold Covner ond Jake Sleutel were appointed to the Zoning Board of Appeals to fill two vacancies. Jay Shook has resigned from the library Board ond on appointment will hove to be made A resolution to create on escrow account for reimbursable expenses for Planning Commts sion Zoning Board of Appeals and or Village Council meetings was presented by Soules seconded by Erskine. All members voted aye Resolution adopted to become effective immediately Committee reports were heard. Tree Ordinance was reviewed ond final copy will be presented next month Arbor Day will be celebrated with a tree planting ot the Elementary School There have been many complaints of dogs barking, run ning loose, and biting causing many disturbances Village Or dinance states that legal action con be taken if the owners fail to correct these nuisances. Other items discussed were Caledonia JCs projects. Gypsy moth resolution, Elm Street, and Day Core centers Meeting was adpurned at 9 50 pm Jacqueline Cherry Village Clerk (101) Charter Township of Caledonia Caledonia, Michigan 49316 •'At the Growing Edge ot Kent County"' CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP BOARD — AGENDA August 17, 1994 1. Minutes 2. Bills 3. Building Inspector Report 4. Treasurers Report 5 Caledonia Rent All - 2nd Reading 6. Gourmet Foods 2nd Reading 7. Rails to Trails 8. Home Occupation 1st Reading 9. Planning Commission Report 10. Amendment tor Subdivision Control Ordinance 1st Reading 11. Public Water Supply Resolution 12. Maintenance on Heating and Cooling 13. Any Other Business That May Come Before The Board (104) $ SUMMER JOBS $ Packers of Quality Frozen Vegetables General Labor and Truck Drivers (Must have CDL) - ALL JOB SEEKERS — Retirees and Housewives If You Need Extra $$ DAYS AND NIGHTS AVAILABLE ...need approximately mid-July and August Call 616/374-8837 for additional information. Apply Monday thru Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. TWIN CITY FOODS, INC. 1315 Sherman St., Lake Odessa, Ml E.O.E. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I August 16. 1994 I Page 15 Capitol Commentary By Sen. Dick Posthumus New Welfare program, Work First Few, if any. Americans today believe our current welfare system is solving the heartbreaking problem of poverty, in fact, most believe the system encourages poverty because it lacks incentives for people to become self-sufficient and independent Here in Michigan, we are bucking national statistics and changing welfare as we know it by introducing innovative job training and education programs Rather than penalizing public assistance recipients for gaining employment, we now reward them by allowing them to keep more of their benefits while earning a paycheck. This fall, we will introduce another program that will help Michigan carry out the true intention of welfare: to provide the American people with a safety net, a second chance. On Oct. I. Michigan will kick off a landmark job training in­ itiative called Work First! Work First will build upon the suc­ cess of the state's nationally-acclaimed welfare reform plan by offering residents on public assistance job skills training and help in finding that all-important first job. Unlike many of the nation s welfare systems, ours will stress the importance of getting into the work world and breaking away from the dependency on state assistance programs through outlets like Work First What is most exciting about Work First is that it is modeled after Kent County’s basic program, brought to west Michigan about 15 years ago by Kent County Department of Social Ser­ vices Director Evert Vermeer. While other programs across the state and nation continue to award welfare benefits without • Homeowner* “ Ga*h Fast * *1 »t and 2nd Mortgage pu'Qmuj or ratnanca Tand cortraa r«»r«*nang • Hana or Rama! Property ‘Stow Credk OK. W Coneoitdefton ale *Faat Easy *CWI 24 Hours ASstata Mortgage a Ftnenoe Corp 8000M 2221 RtEE Pre QuaMttoatton COLDUieU. BANKER □ 4307 W. Saginaw Lansing, Michigan 48917 SIMON REAL ESTATE 6521 E. EATON HWY. OPEN SUNDAY, AUG. 21 • 2-5 P.M. SUNFIELD: COUNTRY LOVERS DREAM Secluded 3 bedroom on 2.3 acres! Many outbuild­ ings! 1st floor laundry! Central air! Enclosed porch! Only $88,777. Please call Jenny Generous 627-0074 or 525-2581 Coldwell Banker Simon Real Estate M-43 to Dow, North on Dow to Eaton Hwy., V2 mile E. MIDDLE VILLA INN ENTERTAINMENT CENTER NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS BOWLING CENTER COUNTER. MAINTENANCE & WAIT STAFF (must be 18 yrs. or older) RESTAURANT WAIT STAFF BANQUET WAIT STAFF BARTENDERS COOKS FULL AND PART TIME POSITIONS AVAII ABLE APPLY IN PERSON MONDAY THRU FRIDAY 2 PM to 6 PM MIDDLE VILLA INN M 37 MIDDLEVILLE EOE question. Kent County has encouraged its assistance recipients to participate in job training or educational programs. Today, more than one-fourth of Kent County's welfare recipients are working Work First aims to make employment possible for all state residents who depend on welfare With $70 million in job training money administered by the Michigan Jobs Commis­ sion. Work First will target welfare recipients and be delivered by 37 local Service Delivery Areas (SDA’s) around the state. In the past, aid recipients received employment and training services either directly from the Department of Social Sen ices or through a DSS contract with a private provider. While the program will emphasize employment, it will not preclude education Work First is designed to first get people back to work, then help them pursue additional education and training. Another big bonus of the program is that both day care and transportation will be provided. I am confident this program will be a great success. Similar programs have certainly proved effective. Kent County’s on­ going program is a great example, as are the current work in­ itiatives in place statewide. Thanks to those initiatives. 24 percent or more than 52.000 of Michigan's Aid to Families with Dependent Children (AFDC) recipients were working as of June. That represents an increase of 20.000 since the first work incentives were put in place by this administration. Nationally, only 8 percent of welfare recipients hold jobs. To me. this is strong evidence that Michigan's welfare reform programs are the right direction to go. Why shouldn’t they be? Our welfare track record had clearly demonstrated that giving people money does not truly help them Rather, re­ quiring personal responsibility and giving them the opportunity to earn their own money does Programs like Work First will ensure that people now depen­ dent on public assistance have an opportunity to become selfsufficient. This is unquestionably the best situation for both the individual and the state as a whole. FITNESS FOR YOU, INC. FALL CLASSES Mon. Tues. wed. Thurs. Fri. 6:00 A.M. Step Slide B.N. Step Slide Step B.N. B.N. B.N. B.N. 9:00 A.M. Slide Step Slide Step B.N. B.N. B.N. B.N. Slide B.N. 4:00 P.M. Step Slide Step Slide Step CD. J.H. C.D. J.H. C.D. 6:30 P.M. Slide Step Slide Step Slide J.H. C.D. J.H. C.D. J.H. Sat. 75 Mins. Step or Slide B.N. Starting September 6, 1994 INSTRUCTORS. Bobbie Nieland, ACE Certified J. Hill and Carmen DeGroot Step aerobics can be done by people of all fitness levels. The class is taught by showing different levels to the entire group, using Reebok Steps. Slide Reebok Training New: is a class designed for a total body workout. It utilizes side-to-side motion to specifically train the musculature of the lower body and to protect and rehabilitate the joints of the hip, knee and ankle while simultaneously promoting overall fitness. ABSOLUTELY NO IMPACT! �16 / The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml I August 16, 1994 BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance Call 945-3512 for appointment Call for Classifieds... PLACE YOUR ADVERTISING MESSAGE HERE ’ 795-3345 Rates: 5 words for $2.75 then IO* per word. If you pay in advance, you save 5O‘ billing charge. Deadline is Friday at 4:00 p.m. For Rent PLACE A CLASSIFIED AD in this paper 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by calling 948-4450 using a touch tone phone. 3 BEDROOM AFT. no pets, $500. a month plus deposit 795-7290. Lawn & Garden COMPLETE LANDSCAP­ ING, top soil, sand, gravel, hauled and leveled. Retaining walls, relandscaping and new construction. We’re Easy To Get A LAWN with. 891-1843.___ Garage Sale AUGUST 18TH, 19TH, AND 20TH from 9 to 8. Comer of Parma lee and M-37. Old Town Canoe, Kingfisher 12 ft. boat and trailer with 5hp motor, exccrisc bike, blankets, linens, adult clothes and lots misc._ SALEAug. 18,19 & 20,9am to 5pm, 4405 Bender, north of TK High School, Clothes, piano, furniture, and much more. CASH FOR YOUR ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE. We buy invoices nationwide. Call Advance Funding Services 616-795-4450.______________ b For Sale GYMNASTICS IN MOTION offering pre-school through advanced classes, all ages. Also boys and girls USGF competi­ tion teams For information call Cathy 795-7620.___________ BANQUET HALL FOR RENT: Gun Lake. For recep­ tions reunions, meetings. Bar and kitchen facilities avail­ able. Call 672-7110. National Ads GIRLS WANTED FROM MICHIGAN & INDIANA between 7-19, to compete in this year’s 7th annual 1994 Grand Rapids Pageants. Over $20,000. in prizes and scholorships. Call today, 1-800-PAGEANT, ext 6171 (1-800-724-3268). HOMEOWNERS* CASH FAST! •Home and income property’Debt consolidation•Tumed down? problem credit? We can help!’Fast easy - Call 24 hours. AAA Mortgage & Finance Corp. 1 -800-968-2221 Free consultation.___________ Business Services ADULT FOSTER CARE licensed home has openings for individuals with special needs. Country setting, caring atmo­ sphere, transportation provided for appointments and recreation. 868-0944. POLEBARNS, DESIGNED TO YOUR specifications, free planning and delivery. Do it yourself or builders available. Durkee Lumber, Alto, 868-6026. PLACE A CLASSIFIED AD in this paper 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by calling 948-4450 using a touch tone phone. READERS: SINCE MANY ADS ARE FROM OUTSIDE THE LOCAL AREA, PLEASE KNOW WHAT YOU ARE BUYING BEFORE SENDING MONEY. PIANO LESSONS: EXPER­ IENCED TEACHER has openings for students in Alaska area. Call Jan Oberlin at 868-0278.__________________ Mobile Homes TRIT. VALLE HOMES has 3 gently pre-owned homes listed in Cider Mill Village. Ready for immediate possession. Easy financing available. Call Sandra today at 795-7900 of 531-1400. SUNSHINE HEARTS LICENSED CHILDCARE. I now have openings for full or part-time and any shift available. Large fenced-in yard, huge play­ room, all meals provided. I also offer “drop-off services” for those occasional evenings or I weekend nights ouL Call Vicki I 891-9679. _________________ _ trefT triming Pets FREE KITTENS, 3 female, 765-3005.___________ ______ FREE TO GOOD HOME Shepard mix, 1 year, spayed, all shots, and small short haired fancy hamster. 891-2207. Real Estate CALEDONIA Maintenance free 4 year old ranch on beautiful 1 acre setting. 24x34’ garage, 14x24’ deck, whirlpool tub, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, main floor utility, 595,000. Call Mary Witkowski AJS Realty 957-1680 or 771-0641. MIDDLEVILLE’S FINEST 117 West Main, Middleville Phone 795-7911 OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 1-5 MIDDLEVILLE SCHOOLSWATER FRONT / AFFORDABLE, lovely older 3+ bedroom home, country setting with 133’ waterfront, Aluminum siding and large wooded yard $79,900. 616-795-9311. Sun.-Thurs. 3:30 to 10:30 p.m. Frl. & Sat. 3:30 to 12:30 a.m. TWO PIZZAS FOP ONE SPECIAL PRICE! Save up to 7OVo on Second Pizza NO COUPONS • NO FREE POP NO FREE DELIVERY WHERE IS CIDER MILL VILLAGE and what’s going on there? Call Sandra at 795-7900. Good Only Sunday thru Thursday (NOT VALID Friday and Saturday) Specials not valid with any other offers or Free Delivery r—coupon------- 1 I FARO'S ITALIAN PIZZA Middleville $2.00 OFF NOT VAUD WITH ANY OTHER SPECIAL Plus One Free 2 Liter of Pop Take Out Only • One (1) Pet Coupon /Old Fashioned! HUDSONVILLE Hand Dipped \ ICECREAM d J Try Our New CHICKEN SftNDWICH Jobs Wanted VICKIE’S VILLAGE DAY CARE has two full-time open­ ings. Christian caring, crafts, meals and plenty of outdoor fun. Infant openings available. Please call Vickie Rick, 795-9461 to set up an ap po i n tmcnL_______ Help Wanted and I REMOVAL, stump grinding, I free estimates, fully insured, we ■ leave your yard clean. B & B Tree Service 795-7575. ANTRIM COUNTY: TEN BEAUTIFUL wooded acres near Schuss Mountain and Jordan River. Gravel road and electricity. $13,900, $500 down, $175 per month, 11% land contract Survey and title insur­ ance. Also 10 acres with magni­ ficent views, $22,900. Northern Land Company, 1-800-968-3118. For Sale Automotive EORD RANGER, 4 wh. drive, 1985,52000. Call after 5:30p.m. 698-6123. TK runners to hold run-a-thon Community Notices ALASKA A A OPEN DISCUS­ SION MEETING,every Friday 7.30p.m. (Old Township Hall). 698-6123._________________ IF YOU ARE a caring person who enjoys helping others, we need you as a Radiology Volun­ teer al Pennock Hospital. Sche­ dule is very flexible and we provide uniforms, training and childcare. For more information contact Dawn Yager at 948-3109 or Mike Huvcr at 945-3451, ext 422. The Middleville boys and girls cross country teams will be holding a run-a-thon Aug. 26. to raise money (or new uniforms. According to coach Tammy Benjamin, the runners will each be running five miles around the Middleville area. "The kids are asking for do­ nations either by the mile or al a flat rate," Benjamin said. "If someone wants to give a dol­ lar for every mile run. that’s fine. Or if someone wants to give just a dollar, that’s gixx!. too." She said the kids will be collecting the donations Aug 16 through 19. and will be running Aug. 26. CUSTOMER SERVICE, full time positions available, starting at $420Jwcck, company training provided, no experience neces­ sary, benefits, profit sharing, call I Wanted between Ham 5pm. 948-8456. For more information on G A LOVZT ’ 3 FEM ALE ROOM M E. non LOOKING FOR a LOVING where you can make donation, babysitter for 3 young boys, ages smoker, housekeeping exchange _J . a ___ » r__ fnr for rtvim room nnH and hnarn. board. References References contact Benjamin at 795-7603 10 months, 4 yrs., and 5 yrs. old. or athletic office at 795-3394. required. 868-6334. 5 days a week, 10-5. Please contact 891-1839 and ask for Diane. MIDDLEVILLE-.Part time general office position. Small professional office. Prior office experience required. Send resume with a hand written cover letter to PO Box 39, Middleville 49333. EVERYTHING PREPARED FRESH DAILY! FARO’S PIZZA PERSONS TO WORK ON LARGE dairy farm near Cale­ donia. Full and part lime. Phone Jerry Good at 891-9687. STATE BANK OF CALEDO_______ NIA is accepting applications for the following positions: clerical/bookkeeping, teller and proof. Good clerical, telephone and communication skills are necessary. Prior banking experi­ ence a plus. Send resume to: State Bank of Caledonia, c/o Director of Human Resources, Caledonia, MI 49316. M/F/H/V. WANTED: 100 DISTRIBU­ TORS to work from home parttime or full-time, unlimited income opportunity. Call (616) 945-5900.__________ _ WANTED: CERTIFIED TEACHER, care givers for full and part time. Call 891-23. 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Also a special thank you to my children, grandchildren, and special friends for their planning and work to give me such a great “once in a lifetime party”. Gerry Neil DECKS. LET US help you design a deck especially for you, free delivery. Available at Durk ee Lumber, Alto, 868 6026. | '• Cones •Sundaes * NOW AVI WANTED 8mm movie projee tor. 891-9503. Miscellaneous CLASSIFIED AD RATES REMINDER: 54.40 fix 1st 5 words; 12C each word thereafter. MAPLE VALLEY: 52 20 for 1st 5 words; 10< each word thereafter. SUN & NEWS: 52.75 for 1st 5 words; 10< each word thereafter LAKEWOOD NEWS: 52.75 for 1st 5 words; 10C each word thereafter. BANNER: 52.00 for 1st 5 words; l(k each word thereafter. WEEKENDER: 5250 for 1st 5 words; l(k each word thereafter. •50c bookkeeping charge for want ads not paid within 7 days. PLACE A CLASSIFIED ANYTIME, 24 HOURS A DAY. 7 DAYS A WEEK BY CALLING 948-4450. 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On M-37 North of Middleville Open 7 Days a Week Call 795-3640 or 891-1287 9790 CHERRY VALLEY, M-37 - CALEDONIA � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/704/SunandNews_1994-08-23.pdf f9399833da5ecf3954d0a5844b974c0b PDF Text Text Caledonia Twp. gets first taste of public water possibilities by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Engineer Randy Wilcox Wednesday presented the Caledonia Township Board with possibilities for bringing public water to the northwest corner of Caledonia Township. The board had authorized Wilcox and Associates to per­ form a preliminary water study for the area because of pending high density develop­ ment there. Wilcox returned last week with a report that describes: Ground water quality in the area. Water needs for the area when fully developed accor­ ding to the township’s land use plan Options for providing the area with a public water system. The area studied basically is bounded by 6()th and 84th Streets on the north and south, and by Patterson and Cherry Valley Avenues on the west and east. Wilcox said he estimates that if this area were fully developed according to the land use map, it would require three million gallons of water per day. Present uses would require about 1 million gpd, he said The study describes general ground water quality in the area as “less than ideal” for use as a water supply for a relatively large municipal system. The water tends to be “hard” and tainted with iron and possibly nitrates. Wilcox said he identified four options for bringing water to the study area. - Extend Grand Rapids water mains that now run through Kentwood. - Extend the Wyoming water main using the existing systems in Byron and Gaines Townships. - Connect to a water system in Caledonia Village. - Continue the present practice of using individual on-site wells. Wilcox recommends eliminating any option which relies on ground water, (the system under construction in the Village of Caledonia, and on-site wells) because it is a “difficult source” in this area. He cites the Grand Rapids and Wyoming exten­ sions as much more reliable systems, with the Wyoming option the least costly to construct. The extensions from Wyoming to Byron and Gaines were installed with a possible extension to Caledonia in mind, he reported, and Gaines has preliminarily agreed to share the cost of the border line watermain and to help in the extension to the township line He recommended meeting with the property owners in the area to discuss the study and the possibilities for a public water system in the area. Township Supervisor Tom Garbow agreed to set up such a meeting and the rest of the board concurred. “There’s going to be so much development up there. I really believe there's a need to think about a public water system now, before any of these projects get underway,” Garbow commented later. “It’s much cheaper for everyone if this kind of system is planned before all the con­ struction gets started. It would benefit all of the property owners in the long run. ” A number of developments are being planned for the study area. The Foremost Of­ fice Park already is located there, and the proposed route for the South Beltline cuts through the extreme nor­ thwest comer. As soon as the M-37 sanitary sewer line is com­ pleted. construction can begin on a mobile home park on 76th Street. A condominium project, also on 76th Street, has been planned, as have some condominium units on the Broadmoor Golf Course. Wilcox’s study states that a reliable municipal water system will be in the best in­ terests of the township and the property owners. “The types of development proposed or planned in this area, including multi-family dwellings, commercial and in­ dustrial developments, should be served with a public water supply system for potable water. There will also be the added benefit of increased fire protection.” In other business, the board: - Approved the planned unit development rezoning (PUD) for Caledonia Rent All’s new construction and an amendment to the Gourmet Foods International PUD. - Discussed with residents drainage problems on the west side of the CampauKettle Lake area. - Heard a presentation on a "Rails to Trails” linear park along the former Penn Central railroad bed. (See related story.) - Held a first reading on an amendment to the Subdivi­ sion Control Ordinance as recommended by the Township Planning Commission. - Set a special meeting for 7 p.m. Tuesday . Aug. 30. Council OKs rezoning issue, purchase of hi-tech computer by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The Middleville Village Council put its stamp of ap­ proval on additional parking space for Bradford White employees by approving a rezoning request. The Middleville company had already gotten support from the village planners to change less than half of an acre parcel of land located behind River Valley Mini Storage from residential to industrial. The council agreed and unanimously voted to make the change at their Aug.8 meeting Trustees were also in com­ plete agreement over the issue of making a change-order on the village sewer project. At a cost of $17,960. a high tech computer will be installed as the control for the system. The change was recom­ mended by one of the project engineers last month to buy the Jet Tech Omniflo system. The actual additional cost to the $2 .1 billion project will be around $11,000 since the $7,000 system m the original plans will not be needed Some of the features of the Omniflo computer include reduction of operator time and skill level requirements; pro­ viding consistent, efficient process performance through operating strategies; continual liquid level indication; equip­ ment failure alarms and initial response, event storage as operations guide; graphics to monitor the plant and its operations, and a phone modem for remote process service capability. In other business, the council: — Approved the purchase of two new soft armor vests for the village police depart­ ment al a cost of $450 per vest. Final cost of each vest will be reduced by $150 from reimbursement to the village by the Michigan Municipal League — Agreed to pay the $90 cost for Village Planner Jason Cherry to attend a Sept. 14 seminar on writing state and federal grants. — Received additional in­ formation on the proposed Mountain Bike Park from Jeff Dionne, one of the organizers of the development that would allow only non-motorized bikes. The Middleville logo displayed on the outside of village hall will be in great shape for the upcoming Heritage Day. After over two years of trying to find so­ meone to repaint the sign and guarantee its lasting, a worker finished the final lettering last week. Middleville logo on village hall finally finished by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The exterior of the Mid­ dleville Village Hall has final­ ly been completely refinished. The large, circular logo sign that decorates the outside now looks fresh and new since it was just repainted last week. The completion of that will please organizers of the Mid­ dleville Heritage Day who had hoped it would be finished before the Saturday, Sept. 17 event. The same problems (crack­ ing, peeling, fading, and general deterioration) that plagued the outside of the building itself for more than two years also took the toll on the sign. The solution to the pro­ blems with the building was to side it, something that wouldn’t work for the logo. Middleville’s council members debated checking in­ to other alternatives like a metal sign until Village Manager Ev Manshum was able to find someone that would guarantee the painting for five years. The total cost of the logo sign project came to $450, of which the village will pay on­ ly part. Owens Ames Kimball, the contractors that originally painted the building, subcon­ tacted the work and agreed to pay $200 of the cost. Caledonia Twp. Planner urges MOOT action at Broadmoor - 84th intersection by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Caledonia Township Plan­ ner Mark VanderPloeg said the Michigan Department of Transportation is willing to consider a traffic signal for the intersection of 84th Street and M-37. “1 have sent letters to GRETS (Grand Rapids En­ virons Transportation Study) and to MDOT trying again to alert them that we have a pro­ blem at that intersection.” he said. MDOT has responded by ordering a new traffic study at the busy comer, and will re­ do the vehicle counts, the turns, the length of time vehicles have to wait to turn and all the other statistics that determine whether or not the state will install a signal at a comer. The department also will be considering what other im­ provements must be done at the intersection. “MDOT emphasizes that just installing a light there won’t solve all the pro­ in October. blems,” VanderPloeg said. “There still would be a The last time MDOT need to widen the intersection reviewed traffic at that comer for right-hand and left-hand was in 1991, he said. turn lanes, and MDOT must Presently, only a blinker see if it has enough right-of- warns drivers of the fast­ way there for such im­ moving traffic on both streets. provements, and what utilities “It has been a dangerous would have to be moved to comer for a long time, but allow those improvements.” with the sewer line coming up VanderPloeg said the study the highway, that area is just should be completed by the going to blossom with end of September, and results See ‘Planner' on page 2 should be available some time In This Issue.... • Clerks switch roles at Caledonia Twp. offices • Grand marshals for Middleville Heritage Day parade selected • Linda Moon School of Dance opening • Two Rotarians receive Paul Harris Award �Page 2 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I August 23, 1994 Clerks switch roles at Caledonia Township office by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Caledonia Township “deputies" Joyce Reynhout and Char Veenstra still will be working at the Caledonia Township office; they’ll just be wearing different hats. Reynhout. who has been the township's deputy clerk, now is working as deputy treasurer. Veenstra. the former deputy treasurer, is greeting office visitors and assisting Clerk Pat Snyder as her deputy The Township Board ap­ proved the switch at a special meeting August 8. “We need a full-time depu­ ty clerk because she is the one who can register people to vote and she also can take in taxes," explained Township Clerk Pat Snyder. Charlene Veenstra JoVc« Re>'nhou' “Joyce did not wish to work full-time, while Char was looking for full-time employ­ ment. so it worked out perfectly for both.” Veenstra s full-time status was effective Aug. 15. She will work 32 hours a week and will be paid $8.50 an hour plus benefits. In another job change at the office, long time Township Building Inspector Phil Datema has retired from that position, but will work about two hours a day handling the inspection paperwork. This will allow the new building inspector. Jim Spaak. more time for actual inspections. Datema also will handle some of the maintenance around the township offices He will receive an annual salary of $5,200 for the building department ad­ ministration and another $1,300 for the maintenance work The board also approved that evening a renewal of the planned mineral removal (PMR) permit for the VerMeulen and Associates sand mine on Whitneyville Avenue. The rdhewal had been held up because VerMeulen had not paid a $13,000 annual fee to the township. The fee is part of a court settlement allowing the pit to operate VerMeulen had asked the township if he could pay the fee in $2,000 monthly in­ stallments. with final payment due in October. The board agreed to that schedule, and said it would issue the renewal as soon as payments were current. Snyder said VerMeulen now is paid through July, and the PMR. therefore, was renewed. The pit is in compliance in all other areas. The board also approved a recommendation from Super­ visor Tom Garbow that the Kent County Sheriff s Depart­ ment begin an eight-hour shift in the Township on September 5. with two eight-hour shifts beginning Jan. I Voters m August passed a two-mill emergency services levy that will fund the fire department and also cover two eight-hour Kent County Sheriff patrols each day . The township presently is served only by a district car tnat serves four townships. The police protection was to begin in January. but the Sheriffs Department can start one of the deputies in September. “We want it. and I know the village wants it as soon as possible." Garbow said. ‘Grass-roots’ effort bringing lights to CHS soccer field Caledonia School Board approves loan request by Barbara Gail Staff Writer The Caledonia School Board Tuesday authorized its Finance Committee to ap­ prove a $27,000 loan to help a soccer boosters group install lights at the high school soccer field. Approval was to be con­ tingent on the district’s having funds for such a loan. The Finance Committee later approved the loan, agreeing to use some of the $400,000 returned by the state when the so-called tax-based sharing law was repealed. An organization called Sup­ port Our Soccer (SOS), chaired by Doug Minder, presented the loan request at the August 16 board meeting. Minder explained the SOS organization of soccer parents and coaches formed earlier this year with the idea of in­ stalling lights at the newly im­ proved Caledonia High School varsity soccer field. Lighting the field for even­ ing games would help alleviate a shortage of field space and also would allow working parents the chance to attend their children’s soccer games. Minder said. After its initial meeting, however. SOS decided to ex­ pand its “goal” to include a press box. although the lights would remain the primary objective. The group has met with school building and grounds officials to be sure the new facilities would meet school standards for safety. The group also is working with GMB Architects and Engineers to coordinate the project with other school athletic facilities. Minder said. He explained that initial estimates of lighting costs were low enough that the group believed it could raise the money in time to light the field for the upcoming fall soccer season. However, actual bids for the lights plus the press box came in at about $52,000. significantly higher than original estimates, he said. Using concrete and steel poles instead of wooden ones, and mounting the "industry standard” 30-foot candle lighting raised the actual costs higher than the estimates, he Quality Programs explained. Poles and fixtures will cost $26,000 with labor and elec­ trical an added $16,000 The press box will cost about $6,000, with materials being sold to SOS at dis­ counted costs and much of the labor donated. A plaque honoring those who donated to the project will cost another $1,000. So far. SOS has raised more than $25,000 in cash dona­ tions. pledges and revenues from two fund raisers. Four more fund raisers and a conti­ nuing drive for donations are planned to bring in the balance of the needed funds. Minder said. The lights have been ordered, and an electrical con­ tractor chosen to handle installation. Minder said if the school board will lend the money to allow completion of the entire project, SOS will pay back the loan as money comes in. School Business Manager Judi Dean said that such loans have been approved in the past, but Board President Gor­ don DeBlaay said he preferred the Finance Committee look Quality People Miller REAL ESTATE Since 19^0 NEW HOME UNDER CONSTRUCTION 1. MEW HOME BETWEEN HASTINGS AND MIDDLE VILLE. 3 bedrooms 2 full baths cathedral ceilings, a main floor laundry 2 cor garage and o full basement If you hurry you may 2. NEW LISTING! 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Assoc Broker Office: 497 Arlington, M-37 Phone (616) 795-3305 OFFICES IN HASTINGS AND MIDDLEVILLE .795-7272 L=J - into funding the loan, given the district’s present cash flow problem. Dean said Friday that a let­ ter of understanding for the loan is being drafted, outlin­ ing a three-year payback schedule and the fund raisers planned to generate the payments. In other business, the board: - Approved administrative contracts for 1994-96. The board noted that the ad­ ministrators are not taking any wage increases for the first year of the new contract. Superintendent Doug Busman said the voluntary wage freeze was a “good-faith” gesture from the administrative staff while the district faces an uncertain financial situation. Salaries for the second year of the contract will be review­ ed next spring. - Discussed with concerned parents the district’s new “pay to participate” athletic policy. The $35 per player policy was instituted for this year to cover the transporta­ tion costs of interschool athletics. The fee was adopted by the board in April at the recommendation of the Parent Advisory Council’s Finance Committee. Parents complained that they did not know about the fee, nor did they know that the school will try to find jobs, such as ticket takers, to help athletes defray the fee. - Authorized Caledonia Middle School Principal Clark Volz to advertise for and hire a coordinator for the middle school’s new in­ tramural athletic program. In­ tramurals will be part of the CMS Eighth Hour Program, not an extension of CMS athletics. Authorized Athletic Director Jeanne Glowicki to establish a special committee to study athletic facility needs and recommend a plan for meeting those needs. “I’m hopeful that Ms. Glowicki and (Auxiliary Ser­ vices Director) Rich Over­ mire will be able to assemble a representative group of peo­ ple to create a long-range plan for our athletic facilities.” said Superintendent Doug Busman. - Set Caledonia tuition costs at $3,558 for the 1994-95 school year, down from the $4,500 required last year. - Approved Food Services Director Erik Neering’s recommendation to keep school cafeteria lunch prices at last year’s prices. Elemen­ tary lunches will cost $1.35, secondary lunches will cost $1.60, adult lunches will cost $2.25 and milk will remain at 30 cents a carton An elemen tary breakfast will coat 75 cents and a secondary breakfast $1. Caledonia School Board names committees At its August 16 meeting, the Caledonia Board of Education approved the following standing committee appointments: - Building: Steve Donker, John Finkbeiner, Fred Boncher. - Education: Boncher, Sharon Oatley, Donker. - Finance: Jim Gless, Ber­ nie Nagel, Donker. - Personnel: Nagel, Oatley, Gordon DeBlaay. - Policy: Nagel, Gless, Finkbeiner. Special assignments include: - Boncher - Legislative contact. - DeBlaay - Liaison to Michigan Association of School Boards. - DeBlaay and Nagel Negotiations. Officers of the 1994-95 board are Gordon DeBlaay, president; John Finkbeiner, vice president; Jim Gless, treasurer and Bernie Nagel, secretary. Anyone wishing to attend a committee meeting should contact the Caledonia Schixil Office at 891-8185 for times and dates. We May Be Able To Reduce Your Health Insurance Costs We Offer A Variety of Health Insurance Plans • Major Medical Plans • Short Term Major Medical Plan • Medicare Supplement For Individuals, Families and Employee Groups Planning Continued from front development.” he added. "MDOT needs to be aware of that, and take a good look at preventing a worse traffic situation than we already have “I knou there has been some talk m the community about that intersection, so 1 thought this would be a good time for me to fire off some letters, too. “Maybe this time we’ll get that signal installed.’’ K American Community Mutual Insurance Company Horn* OH«« - Lworu* Macrw^tzi • STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY Call us for a quote for all of your insurance needs. • Auto • Life • Health • Home • Business • Investment Caledonia Village Centre 9365 Cherry Valley Avenue Caledonia, Ml 49316 891-9294 �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / August 23, 1994 I Page 3 Caledonia Twp. Plan Commission completes ordinance revision by Barbara Gall Staff Writer After months of work, the Caledonia Township Planning Commission last week com­ pleted a revision of its Home Occupation Ordinance. Clarifications requested at an Aug. 1 public hearing were included in the final draft ap­ proved by the commissioners Aug. 15. The final version ad­ dresses the residents’ and commissioners' concerns over storage and the parking of business vehicles in a residen­ tial district. The ordinance next must be reviewed by the Caledonia Township Board for final approval. The amended ordinance now defines, categorizes and outlines the conditions for operating a business in a residence A permit still is required for all home occupations, but the new ordinance simplifies the process by listing occupations which are automatically ap­ proved. provided they meet the conditions of a home occupation Those not listed may re­ quire a special land use per­ mit. granted by the Planning Commission. The Planning Commission undertook the ordinance revi­ sion to address an everincreasing number of home occupations in the township. Many of these were operating without a permit and some were not truly a “home occupation.'' Township officials also wanted a means of regulating existing home occupations without penalizing those which are appropriate in a residential area. "We're not interested in closing up someone who does some computer work at home, or who has a business phone in his den.” said Commission Chairman Dick Dunn as the Two Rotarians receive Paul Harris Award by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Two Middleville women. Gina Hackett and Judy Sloan, have been awarded the Rotarian Paul Harns Award. This award is given in honor of contributions given to Rotary International both by the member and in honor of the member by others. Once contributions to the International club total $1,000, the designation of Paul Harris fellow is awarded. Both Hackett and Sloan were praised for their involve­ ment in the club’s Bealizerve Project that included pro­ viding for a school and much needed medical supplies for an improvished country. This is just one of the pro­ jects of Rotary, an organiza­ tion that promotes worldwide peace. The women have been members of the Middleville Rotary since 1989. Hat kett has served as District 6360 Foundation Trustee for the Bealizerve Project and co-chairwoman with Sloan, past president of the Middleville group, and is currently chairwoman of World Community Service for the district. Sloan is current president of the local Rotary and is also the Adopt-A-Schooi project coordinator. The honors were bestowed upon the two by past District Governor Bob Henning at the Rotary meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 9. Bob Henning, post President of Rotary District 6360, presents Paul Harris Fellow certificates to Middleville Rotarians Gina Hackett (center) and Judy Sloan. District Governor-Elect Jim Alden was at the meeting as was current District Governor Clyde Carnegie. The rest of the Rotarians joined in the celebration by serenading Hackett with “My Wild Irish Rose,” and Sloan with “Let Me Call You Sweetheart.” Hacked and Sloan follow several other Middleville Rotarians to be named Paul Harris Fellows. Others (some are deceased) are Chet Geukes, Arthur Ke­ nyon, Lon Lefanty, Gerald Page, Garrett Raterink, Marc Squires, Leo Verlinde, and Floyd Wells. Carnegie was guest speaker for the group after the awards were given and told members that one of the goals of the Rotary is to increase member­ ship in order to increase ef­ forts toward world peace. Special use approved for oversized accessory building by Barbara Gall Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Planning Commission last week approved a request by Daniel Timmer, 8900 Alaska Avenue, to allow construction of a oversized accessory building on his rural residentially-zoned property . Timmer wishes to build a 42-foot by 48-foot pole building for the storage of his farm equipment and personal vehicles. Township ordinance allows accessory buildings of up to 1.200 square feet in that zoning district. •tn- w He told the commission that eventually he would like to expand the building to 54-foot by 96-foot dimensions. The extra area would be for horse stalls, he said. Township Planner Mark VanderPloeg said that Tim­ mer owns a 33-acre parcel, and that the whole area is designated for rural residen­ tial use on the township's land use plan The applicant does not plan to run a business from the ac­ cessory building. Timmer said the bam would be located 700 feet from the ^*>^*TXE*y* I SORE FEET I ANKLES? Assignment Accepted! wl Medicare, B.C.B.S., PPO, HMO g Diabetics • Adult & Children Foot Problems l a KENT PODIATRY _ j | | Terrence J. Emiley, D.P.M. 612 Main Street in Caledonia | | Call...891-9133_ | road and would be screened by apple trees. It would have a shingle roof, and not be visi­ ble to neighbors, he said. In a public hearing on the request, there was no public comment, nor had any cor­ respondence been received at the township office concern­ ing Timmer s proposal. The request does not re­ quire further review by the Township Board, as special use permits are within the jurisdiction of the Planning Commission. Plamng Commission changes meeting date Due to a conflict with the Labor Day holiday, the Caledonia Township Planning Commission changed its Mon­ day. Sept 5 regular meeting date to Monday. August 29. The rescheduled meeting will begin at the usual 7:30 p m time and will be held at the Caledonia VillageTownship Hall, 250 Maple Street Commission began its work. "Some of these businesses, however, are not appropriate to a residential setting, or else they have gotten so suc­ cessful. they've expanded beyond what is truly a ’home' occupation.” The new ordinance defines a home occupation as “a gain­ ful occupation traditionally or customarily carried on in the home as a use incidental to the use of the home as a dwelling place, and conducted entirely building...or. where permit­ ted... in a building that is ac cessory to a residential building...” The ordinance then divides home occupations into either a major or minor category. In a minor home occupation, only those living in the residence work at the business, and only signs and vehicles permitted in that zoning district would be visible. A minor home occupation would generate little addi­ tional traffic, and would not involve equipment other than what is normally used in household, domestic, personal or office use. The ordinance then lists 22 home occupations which fit the “minor” category, such as dressmaking, painting, writing, telephone answering service, drafing and illustra tion services, music lessons, bookkeeping, private tutor­ ing. day care or babysitting not involving more than six children, computer related work and certain kinds of of­ fices and storage. The “major” home occupa­ tion category includes businesses where an outside person may be employed. It may generate more than the usual household traffic, but off-street parking must be provided. Equipment may be more than what is typical for a household or office. Permitted major occupa­ tions include beauty salons and barber shops, furniture upholstering, carpentry, catering, appliance repair, convenience parking of a commercial vehicle smaller than a semi-trailer truck and the occasional temporary storage of business inventory A third category, labeled “non-listed. but similar home occupations” is a group not included in the major or minor lists, but which arc deemed similar in nature to permitted home occupations. Any home occupation which does not fit into these categories must operate under a special land use permit, ob­ tained by applying to the Plan­ ning Commission and follow­ ing the process for special land use approvals. A home occupation permit is valid for three years, but may be renewed for additional three-year periods. If the business ceases to operate for more than 90 days, the permit expires. The new ordinance “grand­ fathers in” existing legal home occupations. but re­ quires owners to cixiperatc with the township in providing information for township records. The Township Board will hold a first reading of the pro- • posed ordinance at its next regular meeting. World-Wide Credit With a Hometown Number! Your "Hometown" Visa and MasterCard is issued and handled directly by us. No waiting around. If you have a question, we're here to answer it. If you need a cash advance, we'll take care of it. And best of all, you'll be dealing with a bank you know and trust. Hometown professionals who believe in working together to build a stronger community. Over the years your needs have changed. And we've grown to help meet those needs. We're proud to offer Visa and MasterCard as part of a continuing program designed to meet your growing finan­ cial needs. To apply for your hometown Visa or MasterCard, stop by and visit us today. Or, if you already own a Visa or MasterCard, find out how simple it is Card to place a hometown number on it. Qiate "Sank 627 MAIN ST CALEDONIA 3205 68TH ST., S E DUTTON 303 ARLINGTON MIDDLEVILLE 891-8113 698-6337 795 3361 A I PRlONJI A AaMonday 3 Loc*thru t>oniFriday °p*n and Aa Dtil*v /ALLUUI Y1A\ Noon on Saturday iLzIW 1 = I [Tnoer �Page 4 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / August 23, 1994 CHS grad receives Home Builders Scholarship Caledonia Hjgh School graduate Sara Poll is one of six West Michigan students receiving a SI.OCX) scholar­ ship from the Greater Grand Rapids Home Builders Association Foundation. The awards are presented each year to students pursuing careers in the building-related fields. Winners are chosen by their academic standing, their extracurricular activities, practical experience in the chosen field, the recommen­ dations of teachers and ad­ visors and overall ac­ complishments and outlook. The daughter of Kenneth and Janneth Poll of Caledonia. Sara is interested in engineer­ ing or a math-related occupation. She was the president of the Class of 1994 and also was the class valedictorian. She was active in music and her church, participated in the CHS Teen Institute, was a member of the National Honor Society and was chosen for the Principal's Leadership Award. The Greater Grand Rapids Home Builders Association recently honored all the scholarship winners at a special dinner. Besides Poll. Michelle Cree of Forest Hills. William Milheim of Godwin Heights High School. Joshua Tucker of Saranac High School. Amy W’esorick of Byron Center High School and Jason Zuidema of Western Michigan Christian High School received the award. The Foundation was established in 1988 to provide scholarships to students and also to provide shelter for homeless women and children and the physically challenged. It works in conjunction with the Home Repair Services of Kent County on Community Repair Day to repair Grand Rapids area homes whose owners are unable to maintain them. Scholarship applications for 1995 now are being accepted by the Foundation. Interested students should call 281 -2021. A 24-hour Voice Mail is available at extension 218. parents, Ken and Janneth, recently won a $1,000 scholarship from the Greater Grand Rapids Home Builders Association Foundation. LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church — Serving a Living Lord SUNDAY....... 9:45a m , 11:00 a.m. & b 00 pm. WEDNESDAY............................ Family Fellowship Prayer A Bible Study 7:00 p.m. 7240 68th Street, SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Rev. Brian F. Harrison Youth Pastor, Darrel L Schrock Music, Jeffery C. Vander Heide CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A church with a caring heart for our community and the world” Sunday Services....... 9:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. M-37 at 100th St., Caledonia, Ml Church Office: (616) 891-1512 Rev. Gerald Van Oyen Al Tiemeyer Community Calling CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Rev. James Cusack Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass............................ 5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass.................... 9:00a.m. & 11:00a.m. KETTLE LAKE INDEPENDENT REFORMED Proclaiming the Historic Reformed Faith. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville Bruce N. Stewart, Pastor Lee Taylor, Assistant Pastor Sunday School 9:45a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6:00p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer 6:45 p.m. Word of Life Clubs............................................. 6:45p.m. WELCOME TO CHRISTIAN REFORMED 6201 Whitneyville Avenue Sun. Morning Worship.......... 10:00 a.m. Evening Service..................... 6:00 p.m. Rev. Bernard Mulder, Pastor 868-6306 LEIGHTON UNITED METHODIST Gaines United Brethren Church Kalamazoo Avenue at 92nd Street Caledonia, Michigan Telephone: 698-8252 Pastor Mark Beers LAKESIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Pastor Scott Taylor Reaching People With Christ 8:30 am to 9:30 am — First Worship Service 9:30 am to 9:45 am — Coffee Fellowship 9:45 am to 10:45 am — Sunday School 10:45 am to 11:00 am — Coffee Fellowship 11:00 am to 12:00 — Second Worship Service Nursery and Childrens Church will be provided during both services "Set an example In speech, in lite, in love, in faith and in purity." 1 Timothy 4:12 TRost 31nLu JRosaru Traditional Roman Catholic Latin Mass Rev. Fr. Francisco Radecki, CMRI 314 E. Main, Middleville Phone: 795-9030 Sacred Heart Devotions Sunday Mass: 4:00 P.M. Confessions and Rosary: 20 Minutes before Mass Sunday Morning Worship (Interpreted for hearing impaired).............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School.................................................. 11:10a.m. Sunday Evening Service................................... 6:30 p.m. Pioneer Club (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday.................... 6:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting - Wednesday.......................... 7:00 p.m. Youth Fellowship - Sunday..............................5:00 p.m. RAY TOWNSEND. Pastor TIM DOUBLESTEIN, Youth Director MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 708 West Main Street Morning Worship Service............ 10:00 a m. Sunday School................................ 11:15a.m. Evening Worship Service............. 6:00 p.m. YOU ABE INVITED Rev. Roger Timmerman, Pastor 795-3667 MIDDLEVILLE and PARMELEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES 8546 Whitneyville Ave at 84th St •891-8661 111 Church Street and Jesus Chnsf is Lord" Parmelee Morning Worship........... 9 30 a m. Middleville Sunday School............ 9 45 am. Middleville Worship...................... 11 00 a m Services at 9:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Worshipping at Kettle Lake School on Whitneyville Rd. South of 68th Street Sunday School.......................................9 30 a m. Sunday Morning WorsTup...................... 10:30 a m. Sunday Evening Worshc....................... 6 00 p m. Wed Midweek Prayer A &o*e Study...... 7 00 p.m tev Dotson Rxxy Steve jooaon rout. Astor. U«e .ooner MUsc De. CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST “God Cares for You” ZUljc (Old ^Finir JFrlhiidist (Church Cornerstone Wesleyan Church 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E Alto. Michigan 49302 Sunday School................ 10:00 a m. Morning Worship...........11:00 a.m. Evening Worship........... 6:00 p m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting/ Children's Classes........ 7:00 p.m. Royle Bailard, Pastor - 868-6437 - Church School.................. 9:30 a.m. Choir Practice ................. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service.............. 10:30 a.m. 250 Vine Street Church Office 891-8669 Parsonage 891-8167 Rev. Bobby Dale Whitlock Meeting at the Comer of Wood School Rd. and Wing Rd. Services — Sunday School............ Morning Worship, Evening Worship Pastor Jeffrey Lee 10 00 a.m. ..1100a.m. 600p.m. Phone 795-7076 Barrier Free • M-37 between Caledonia A Middleville Sunday Worship Services....... 8:30 or 11:00,6:00 Children’s Church/Youth Worship during morning services. Caraway Si puppet ministry for K4th Airing evening services Sunday School........................................ 9:45-10:45 Wednesday Night “Family Night’’. 6:45-8:15 Includes Adventure Club, Choirs for Children and Adults, High School Youth Group and Adult Classes For information call: 891-81 19 891-8028 WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 'The Church where everybody is somebody.. Peace Reformed Church Rev. Lynn Wagner — 795-3798 Rev. Carroll Fowler — 765-5316 Church Office Phone — 795-9266 St. Paul Lutheran Kraft Ave. & 84th St., Caledonia, Ml. (Missouri Synod) "Be devoted to one another in brotherly love." Rom. 12-10 First Service...................................... 8:30 a.m. Sunday School................................. 9 45 a.m. (Fellowship Coffee 9:45 am. to 10:00 a m.) Bible Classes..................................10:00 a m. Second Service.............................. 11 00 a.m. (All Services have a Nursery available) Rev. Robert Gerke Office: 891-8688 Church: 891-9878 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 12200 Chief Noonday Road (al Gun l.ake) Wayland, Mtchigan 49348 • 795-7903 Barrier Free / Programs for All Ages Sunday Worship 10 00 am Sunday School 11:15 a.m. Wednesday ■ Family Night” 6 00 p m fniptrtng, Pern Utt, kelnant, Imful The Reorganized CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST of Latter Day Saints 8146 68th St near Whitneyville Ave. . Church School, J'rCfcA/*’' 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship....... 11 00 a.m. Evening Worship......... 6:00 p m. Wed. Fellowship......... 7:30 p.m. (in homes or church) call Pastor Lloyd DeVormer Sr. 897-7407 �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml I August 23, 1994 I Page 5 | ENGAGEMENT AREA LUNCH MENUS Richard and Verna Perry of St. Johns announce the engagement of their daughter, Lynette Faye to Matthew Alan Wood. He is the son of Barb and John Smith of Freeport and Carl and Linda Wood of Grant. The bride-elect is a 1989 graduate of St. Johns High School and a 1992 graduate of Davenport College She is employed at Farm Credit Ser­ vice of St. Johns. The prospective bride­ groom is a 1987 graduate of Thornapple Kellogg High School. He is employed at Baremans Dairy in Clarksville. A September 17 wedding date has been set. Lancaster - Neuman wedding Deline - Verlinde A Sept. 23, 1994 wedding is being planned by Mara Kirsten Deline and Brian Mat­ thew Verlinde. The bride-to-be is a graduate of Central Michigan University She and her parents, Richard and Lynn Deline, are of Novi, Mi. The future bridegroom is a graduate of Michigan State University. He and his parents, James and Susan Verlinde, arc of Middleville. Tiffany Ann Lancaster and Patrick Michael Neuman were married on July 16. 1994 at the Holy Family Catholic Church in Caledonia with Father James Cusail officiating. Maid of honor was Kelly Miller, sister of the groom. Bridesmaids were Carol Gib­ son and Jenny Mattice, friends of the bride. Best man was Jerry Miles, long time friend of the groom. Groomsmen were Michael White, friend of the groom, and Edward Neuman III, brother of the groom Flower girls were Heather and Ashley Higgins. Ringbearer was James Hig­ gins, all cousins of the groom. Ushers were Marvin Cochran, cousin of the bride and Phillip Neuman, brother of the groom. Master and mistress of ceremony were Don and Ann Stuk. A very special thanks to all of those who helped make our day a special one. The couple now resides in Kentwood. District Library presents ‘Garfield’ tonight at Old Kent Park Priority Health. The 40-minute program in­ cludes a 20-minute stage show followed by a meet’n greet autograph session with Garfield. Any members of the Camp Read summer program who completed their eight-hour reading goal are eligible to at­ tend. Their Subway coupons and Garfield tickets are waiting for them at their local library branch. Caledonia Librarian Jane Heiss said 288 local “Camp Read” members had com­ pleted their eight hours by August 13, chalking up about 2.650 total hours of summer reading so far. “And we still have readers coming in each day to turn in their hours.” she said last SUPERIOR PROTECTION FOR YOUR HOME Deluxe Homeowners Insurance If you're looking tor superior protection tor your home and property, then check out the Deluxe Homeowners package available from Citizens Insurance Company. 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More than 600 Caledonia area readers of all ages registered for the program, Heiss said. “We strongly believe that the literacy of today’s youth is absolutely vital to the future of our community,” said William W. Jack, chief ex­ ecutive officer of Smith Haughey Rice & Roegge. “What we have tried to ac­ complish in endorsing this special program, in conjunc­ tion with the other sponsors, is give children of all ages an incentive to discover the joys of reading" Anyone with questions about the Garfield show should call the Caledonia Branch Library today at 891-1502. Evah Bailard to celebrate 95th birthday Evah Bailard. a long-time Alto resident, will observe her 95th birthday on Sunday. Aug. 28. Friends are invited to join the celebration by sending her birthday congratulations at 7777 Snow Ave.. Alto, Ml 49302 Mrs. Bailard is the widow of Rev.James Bailard, who in 1939 established the Old Time Methodist Church at 5590 Whitney ville Road Her children are Eileen Flynn of Wyoming. Marguerite Stauffer of Alto. Caryl Jean DeLeeuw of Wyoming and Royle Bailard of Alto Call for Classifieds Phone 795-3345 New Design Full Service Family Hair Styling Salon Casualwear NEW! & Sportswear 4 TANNERS: 2 Booths & 2 Deluxe Beds NEW' Looking for a PRINTER? Kent District Library’s “Camp Read’’ participants who completed their eighthour summer reading goal have only this afternoon to pick up their tickets to tonight's special stage show at Old Kent Park. The “Garfield Bookshelf Follies,” sponsored by the district library, FOX 17 WXMl. Delta Airlines, Smith Haughey Rice & Roegge At­ torneys at Law and the West Michigan Whitecaps, will be held at the Whitecaps home park beginning at 7 p.m. Maranda of FOX 17's Kids Club will be on hand to welcome Garfield to West Michigan Other special guests will include the Whitecaps' mascot, “Crash.'' and the “Bod Squad” from Tuesday. Aug. 30 Hamburger deluxe on a bun, potato rounds, frozen fruit juice bar. Wednesday. Aug. 31 Meat and cheese subs, let­ tuce. tortilla pieces, melon. M.S. salad bar. Thursday. Sept. I Burrito with cheese, green beans, peaches Friday. Sept. 2 No school. Monday. Sept. 5 Labor Day. No School. Tuesday. Sept. 6 Beef and Cheese Ravioli, garden peas, whole wheat bread, applesauce. NOTE: Whole or low fat milk offered each day. Alt. menu at El. Monday, hot dog; Tuesday, turkey on bun; Wednesday, salad bar; Thurs­ day. hamburger; Friday, fishwich. Variety of sandwiches and salads at High School and Middle. Thornapple Kellogg School Lunch Menu Wood ■ Perry Call... 945-9554 GLCC Gun Lake Community Church We use end recommend products by __ ________ - OPEN - Caledonia Village Center (M-37) • 891-9257 — As Always, Walk-ins Are Welcome - REAL LIFE . . . REAL ANSWERS At Gun Lake Community Church we are committed to making a difference in the lives of people (now and forever) by: • Being true to the Bible, yet relevant for today. • Promoting an atmosphere of love and acceptance. • Removing obstacles for people to know God's love by doing everything in a way that is clear, sensitive to those who are unchurched, positive and contemporary. That is our vision, and we are grateful for your overwhelming response. As a result of our rapid growth, we now have two Sunday morning worship celebrations to better serve you. 8:30 a.m. • 10:00 a.m. August 27 — Pastor Keith Dragt “How God Keeps His Promises In Our Everyday Lives” Uplifting music by Cindy Vander Pols Air Conditioned Child Care provided “You matter to God and you matter to us” Looking for a Gun Lake Community Church PRINTER? 12200 Chief Noonday Road (V2 mile east of Patterson) Call... 945-9554 795-7903 �Page 6 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / August 23, 1994 Grand marshals for Middleville Heritage Day parade selected by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The Middleville Heritage Day committee wanted to find a person to be grand marshal who was very familiar with the community and had served the village, too. Ernie Ball, former village manager, fit the ticket accor­ ding to one Heritage Day organizer. Jim Rutherford. Ernie and his wife, Dorothy, will lead the parade down Main Street, during the Third Annual Middleville Heritage Day festivities on Saturday. Sept. 17. The Balls will be accom­ panied by 7-year-old Junior Grand Marshals Cameron Tillman and Amanda Golden. Rutherford explained that the children were selected from a group of about 30 Mid­ dleville kids who participated in a coloring contest. The theme of the drawing was to be the child’s favorite thing in Middleville. Cameron drew part of the downtown area including the ice cream parlor, video store. events are scheduled to begin and the antique shop. Amanda's favorite thing in the morning Applications for teams to was being able to dangle her play 3-on-3 basketball, soft­ toes in the river. All of the children's draw­ ball and co-ed softball. 4-on-4 ing will be put on display in volleyball, and horseshoes are the windows at Phil's Pizzeria still being taken. Anyone interested can con­ for several weeks before tact Jo Sclafani at 795-7033 Heritage Day. Other plans continue to pro­ for more information. A new event for Heritage gress with the day beginning at 8 a m. with a pancake Day will begin at 3 p.m when breakfast at the Middleville there will be a mountain bike race right through the United Methodist Church. The parade is set to begin at downtown area. 11 a.m. followed by the This race is part of a moun­ bridgewalk at 12:15 p.m. tain bike festival that lasts un­ This year it will cost $1 for til 6 p.m. A bike raffle will be held in the bridgewalk. That pays for a button and a chance in the conjunction with the festival including mountain bikes. raffle drawings. Mountain biking may soon Other events include a duck race sponsored by the Mid­ become a very visible sport in dleville Rotary, hog roast Middleville because of a pro­ sponsored by the Middleville posal to turn the old ski hill Lions, a fashion show, regular area into a mountain biking bingo, carnival bingo, food park Heritage Day T-shirts are booths, arts and crafts, and already available. The shirts, games. Entertainment that begins at which are $9, can be purchas­ 1 p.m. is likely to include a ed in two different colors at 35-piece accordian ensemble. Middleville area merchants. Several different sporting I his quartet will be putting their heads together as they lead the Middleville Heritage Day parade on Saturday, Sept. 17. Ernie Ball and his wife Dorothy will be Grand Marshalls with Cameron Tillman and Amanda Golden as Junior Grand Marshalls. The Village Stylist is pleased to welcome... Tracie Smith (Peters) to the staff. Tracie joins us with two years experience in cuts, styles, color, perm and nails. Call for your appointment during August and save with these specials... Cuts Perms Organizers of this year's Middleville Heritage Day have been working for several months to put it all together including (seated, from left) Jo Sclafani, president, and Judy Hoff, arts and crafts; and (standing, form left) Dixie Stadel Manshum, bridgewalk; Jim Rutherford, advertising; Shelley Erb, Heritage Association; and Jim Oliver, entertainment. Nails (Full Set) $900 $2500 $2500 (Prices good thru August 31) Gels or Acrylics Tracie is available Monday 9 to 5: Wednesday 1 to 9; Friday 1 to 9; Saturday 9 to 2 134 E. Main, Caledonia • 891-1591 Salon Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9 to 9; Sat. 9 to 2 PHONE 795-3345 for Sun & News Action-Ads, reach over 7,000 area homes! d To all of the volunteers and supporters who offered so much help and encouragement during the Republican Primary for State Representative, we extend a sincere... Cherry Valley Family Care 490 Edwards Street Middleville THANK YOU! — Associates in Family Practice — Douglas Smendik. M.D. James Weatherhead. M.D. Your commitment and dedication was invaluable to our effort. Sincerely, Terry and Jan Geiger and Family NOW ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS! For Appointment Call, 795-4434 Pod to* Goq* for SX3*« P O Bo» M. Woootard M 4M9700M �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml I August 23, 1994 / Page 7 Little Lambs Co-op Preschool accepting new students Caledonia area parents in­ terested in a Christian preschool program for their children are invited to visit Little Lambs Coop Preschool, now located on the lower level of the Caledonia Christian Reformed Church, at the cor­ ner of M-37 and 100th Street An independent, nondenominational program, the school offers classes for children aged three to five years of age. It is maintained by the parents and licensed by the state. The teacher is ex­ perienced in early childhood development. The governing board of the school emphasizes its safe and secure learning environment with a Christian emphasis. The coop system allows parent involvement with their children’s education. It also helps keep costs down as parents take turns working as the teacher’s aides. Assisting in school-time ac­ tivities means parents get to know their child’s classmates and also form friendships with each other. Little Lambs presently has openings in its three-year-old and ’ early 4s” program. This class meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays, with tuition set at $130 for a 17-week semester. Parents interested in learn­ ing more about the school and how to enroll, should call Karen Olson at 891-1125. Caledonia youth wins 4‘Best of Breed” Mark Osgerby of Caledonia won Best of Breed with his Mini Lop rabbit at the Kent County 4-H Youth Fair in Lowell last week. He received a First Place in Cavy Showmanship and a Third Place in Rabbit Showman­ ship. He also received Outstanding ribbons on his photography project and his rabbit record book. This is his first year in 4-H and he is a member of the Showboat Bunnies 4-H group. Class lists to be posted at TK elementaries Class lists for the Thornap­ ple Kellogg elementary schools were posted yesterday at the front of each of the three schools, McFall, West, and Page. Staff members of the schools are encouraging parents to find out who will be the teacher for each of their kids prior to opening day. Tuesday, Aug. 30 will be the first day of school for all TK students. The school day for those in elementary grades will be from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Teachers are scheduled to report on Monday, Aug. 29. for building and district meetings. Page and West have also set up an open house on Thurs­ day, Sept. 15, to meet teachers. Open house at West will be from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. and at Page from 7 to 8 p.m. McFall will be having an in­ formational meeting at a later date. All TK students are ex­ pected to have up-to-date im­ munizations or can be exclud­ ed from classes. Parents need to be sure that a copy of their child's birth certificate and current im­ munizations are on file at the school. Caledonia Dance Center, Inc. Professional Instruction in Tap, Ballet, Jazz and Lyrical Dance We welcome... MR. SAM PEDI Formerly of the Jeffrey Ballet, New York ...to our staff. PRE-SCHOOL THRU ADULT For more information, call... 891-1606 To all new students — bring in this ad and RECEIVE *5.00 OFF First months lesson. Caledonia Dance Center, Inc. 131 Vz East Main St., Caledonia Starting September 6 • Mon. Tues. wed. fall classes sot. Thurs. Fri. 6:00 A.M. Step Slide Step Slide Step B.N. B.N. B.N. B.N. B.N. 9:00 A.M. Slide Step Slide Step Slide B.N. B.N. B.N. B.N. B.N. 4:00 P.M. Step Slide 6:30 P.M. Slide Step J.H. J.H. Step Slide J.H. Slide J.H. Step Step Slide J.H. 75 Mins. Step or Slide B.N. Instructors 4 / Bobbie Nieland' 7 ACE Certified 3 s and ' Z J. Hill - Strength Training • Body Masters Equipment • 2 Personal Trainers • Tanning • Nutritional Counseling Step aerobics can be done by people of all fitness levels. The class is taught by showing different levels to the entire group, using Reebok Steps. New: Slide Training is a class designed for a total body workout. It utilizes side-to-side motion to specifically train the musculature of the lower body and to protect and rehabilitate the joints of the hip, knee and ankle while simultaneously promoting overall fitness. ABSOLUTELY NO IMPACT! �Page 8 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / August 23, 1994 Linda Moon School of Dance opening in Caledonia by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Now in its 21st year, the Linda Moon School of Dance Arts'is opening its fifth studio in the Grand Rapids area. Located at 9357 Cherry Valley Avenue in the Caledonia Village Centre, the school will offer classes for children and adults, beginners to advanced. Registration began last week, but interested students still can enroll in a variety of classes, including tap. ballet, acrobatics, jazz, toe and baton Class sizes usually are limited to 12 or less, however. Special classes are offered for pre-schoolers, and a “tot jazz” class is designed for future stars aged six and seven years old who have some dance experience. “Advanced five’s” also might be eligible for this special class. Linda Moon, who is the owner, instructor and artistic director of the school, said she believes dance offers her students the chance to build their seif-confidence. “The students learn to be comfortable, to perform in front of a group of people. 1 think that our kids today need that ability, whether or not they ever go on to become professional dancers. ’’ She emphasized that her classes are custom-designed for her students' ages and ex­ perience levels. She said that her Caledonia staff would number about five instructors, although she per­ sonally oversees all of her studios. Nearly all of her instructors Dancing with a hula hoop makes this lesson fun. are graduates of her school, and all have gone through a strong training program run by Linda, before stepping in front of a group of students. Linda also selects all music and costuming for the yearly recital, but teachers do their own choreography for their classes. “I’m there to help them out. but they know their students the best,” she said. She said that while dance requires self-discipline, she wants her students to enjoy their lessons as well as learn from them. “I believe in a kind and gentle approach, and we try to make our classes tun. but there has to be that discipline, too. We try to combine these in the most positive way for the students.” she said “We want our students to feel good about themselves.” Moon said she and her in­ structors try to keep current with the latest trends in dance and “stay versatile.” For instance, her staff spent a week in New York this year, studying with master teachers. Some of her graduates have gone on to professional careers in New York and Las Vegas, and some are dancing with the New York City Ballet Others now teach dance themselves. But for most of her students. Linda believes, dance lessons will build selfconfidence. enhance their ap­ preciation of the art and help their coordination. “There are any number of coaches who now have their athletic teams learning some dance because of the muscle stretch and coordination it requires. “Dance is a wonderful enhancement to almost any sport, and it is great to have those skills just for social dan­ cing as well.” she smiled. “For those reasons, we en­ courage boys to learn dance as well as the girls.” Moon said she is excited about her new studio in Caledonia and anxious to meet more of the community. “So far. everyone has been so friendly. And I think the children and parents are going to like our studio. “We re in a new building, and for parents, it’s conve­ nient to stores. They also can wait for their students to finish class in our new waiting room, which will have a twoway mirror. They can watch their child's class without distracting any of the students.” Moon said a good age to start dance lessons is about four years, although a two- or three-year-old can enjoy n ”0 tk response torour Ope of our drawings are: from Mom & Pop’s Appliance Bodyguard Security Device Winner. Scott Vanden Venter Mary Miller, David Hooper, Jamie Edwards, Carla Terpinga, Mickey Little, Vivian Miller, Mary Rosenberg from Mom & Pop’s Appliance Quartz Kitchen Clock Winner Dave Miller Phil’s Pizza/Winner: Gene Glass Pastoor’s Market Winner: Dana Little from Trax Video (Certificates) Winners: Ralph Haynes, Mike Mienke, Ed Cisler, Harold Legant Village Ice Cream Parlor Winners: Monica Eggers, Middle Villa (Certificates) Winners: Lloyd Little, Art Mayhew Grand Prize Six Months Free Lot Rent Winner Joann Lynn ★ 35 Final Phase lots available ★ Homes can be ordered for fall delivery ★ 7 homes in stock for immediate occupancy _ GrW Call Sandra at... 795-7900 for details. lining Ca"for TRUE VALUE HOMES In Cider Mill Village A Community of Carefree Manufactured Homes Private Property Land Home Financing Available 812 RIVER BEND LANE - MIDDLEVILLE CIDER MILL VILLAGE is open weekdays except Wednesday • 795-6006 The Linda Moon School of Dance designs its classes to meet both the age and experience levels of its students. Here, a class of young children proudly poses for a photo. lessons if the child does not Linda Moon has taught mind the parent leaving. dance for 25 years, and is a “Very small children have member of the national a short attention span, but they Association of Dance and Af­ can have fun learning some filiated Artists. dance skills,” she said. She began dancing at the “Each child is different, age of eight w ith the Ardis and and parents should not be Darlene Studio and later at the disappointed if their little one Alyce Hogan Dance Studio, is not quite ready to start which she took over when lessons at the same age as Ms. Hogan retired. another child. She has studied with na­ “The important thing is that tionally known teachers from the child be ready to enjoy the around the country, taught for lessons. ” the public and private school systems of Grand Rapids and Wyoming and has performed and choreographed for many area functions Besides the Caledonia loca­ tion, she operates studios in Wyoming. Lowell. Standale and on the northeast side of Grand Rapids. Anyone desiring informa­ tion on class schedules or enrollment costs can call the Linda Mcxm Schixil of Dance at 891-0444 or visit the new studio. American Girls books at Caledonia Library Parents, children and favorite dolls are invited to at­ tend the American Girls Doll Party at area branches of the Kent District Library System this fall. The American Girls book series is a collection of historical fiction stories for young readers featuring five different female characters from important periods in 0 Kent Library System has ‘Bright Ideas’ program Area branches of the Kent District Library System are inviting young people, ages 11 and up, to become youth advisors for the Bright Ideas program this fall. The Bright Ideas program encourages young adults to become involved with plann­ ing several library programs, including the 1995 summer reading program. The initial Bright Ideas meeting will lay the founda­ tion for establishing a Youth Advisory Committee which will meet again in winter and early spring. The role of the Youth Ad­ visory Committee will be to provide the input necessary to make library programs reflec­ tive of the needs of area young people. “In the past,” explained Gail Haebich. assistant manager at East Grand Rapids Library, “we have had dif­ ficulty m reaching young adults. That’s why this program is so important We need their feedback to incorporate fresh ideas into our programming Programs to keep young peo­ ple coming back ” For more information, con­ tact the Youth Services department at 336-3253. American history. There are six books about each character. “These stories are very popular among the children,” explained Sara D’Archangel, Youth Specialist at the Kent­ wood branch. “This is a wonderful way for kids to learn more about American history. Interestingly enough, they don’t even realize they are learning.” Adults and children, ages 7 and up, are encouraged to at­ tend. Refreshments, prizes and videos, featuring inter­ views with the authors, will be available at the Kentwood branch on Saturday, Sept. 10 at 2 p.m.; Gaines Township branch on Wednesday, Sept. 14 at 4 p.m. and at the Caledonia branch on Satur­ day, Sept. 24 at 2 p.m. The american Girls Dolls will be on display at the Caledonia Library, Sept. 19-24. For more information, con­ tact the Youth Services department at 336-3253, or your local branch of the Kent District Library System. Jtinla Mom, “Celebrating ENROLL NOW! CURRICULUM NOW OPEN! NEW LOCATION! CALEDONIA ‘TAP 9357 Cherry Valley Ave. (Caledonia Village Centre) 4 BALLET ACROBATICS JAZZ 891-0444 or 245-4990 A Fun Approach To Dance In Caledonia! I * New Facility! Great Instructors! TOE PRE-SCHOOL CLASSES COMBINATION CLASSES s5.00 0ffl | September's | | Classes Resume Sept. 6.1994 Tuition | �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml I August 23, 1994 / Page 9 TTES sponsors golf outing to raise funds J-Ad Graphics Service Attention, serious and not so serious golfers’ Here's your chance to win a car, one of more than a thousand prizes, or just to have a day of fun on the links while you support Thornapple Township’s fire and ambulance service A four-person golf scramble is being sponsored by the Thomapple Township Emergency Services on Saturday, Aug. 27 at Mullenhurst Golf Course starting at 9 am Bill Gavin Chevrolet/Buick/Pontiac/Geo of Middleville will award a 1994 Buick LaSabre for a hole in one, giving added incentive to the serious golfers. The event is to raise funds for equipment, said Sgt. Bob Bouwhuis, but the day is also designed for fun. The prizes, which were donated by Middleville area businesses, will be awarded by chance, thereby requiring no talent at all. Bouwhuis said. "Bob Kenyon is in charge of the prizes, and he may go up to a foursome and say 'the worst drive in this foursome gets this prize,'" Bouwhuis said. "It could be the longest putt, the shortest putt; could be just about anything," he "Come out and have fun." To sign up for the outing. call Bouwhuis at 795-9898 or Chief Woodard at 7957243. FOR QUALITY April Matzen and Mickey Loew model the latest in TK sweatshirts and T-shirts. MAYTAG Thomapple Kellogg senior party parents sell shirts Sweatshirts and t-shirts that bear the logo of the Thornapple Kellogg Senior Class, 1995 are now for sale by the TK parents who are sponsoring (he traditional all night, alcohol free party for graduating seniors. This is die first fund-raiser for the event, and the parents have set the price at $15 for the sweatshirts and $10 for the tshirts. t The next meeting of the parent's group will be on Sept. 12 at 7 p.m. at TK High School on Dender Road. Volunteers are still needed to serve on one of the several committees planning the once-in-a-lifetime party. Whirlpool HOME > AFFUAHCI1 BUILT APPLIANCES M0MSP0P'S APPLIANCES, INC. Alto Library to hold used book sales Middleville, Michigan 795-8950 Best-sellers become best buys at the Alto Library used book sale. The book sale, sponsored by the Alto Friends of the Library, will be held Sept. 10, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Donations of used books are welcome. Call 868-6038 for more information. If you want the best non-gimmicky price and the most free services... SEE US FOR YOUR NEXT APPLIANCE Stop and see — your choice is clear. Richard J. Choryan, O.D. DOCTORY OF OPTOMETRY 133 E. Main St.. Caledonia, Ml 891-9224 Phone 795-3345 for Sun & News ACTION ADS! Family Dental Care Ronald B. Stegehuis, D.D.S 891-1240 We welcome new patients. fO Please call for your appointment lljQrf'X available Monday-Saturday. ) 9505 Cherry Valley Rd. |r /-\JJ Caledonia - on M-37 in the new State Fann Bldg just north of the bght wmp hM FREE FREE Gas Line Hook-ups for Dryers & Ranges FREE LP Gas Conversions FREE Delivery FREE Disposal of Old Refrigerators, Freezers and Other Appliances • FREE Heavy-Duty Electric Cords Installed on Ranges & Dryers • FREE Refrigerator Door Swing Changes • FREE Layaways • FREE Indefinite Storage • FREE Financing • • • • Good Ole MOMqPOP'S Service at low Prices “Selling only top quality, trouble-free merchandise! �Obituaries Mrs. Nita Mae Schutz-------------------SHELBYVILLE - Mrs. Nita Mae Schutz, 69, passed away Wednesday, August 17, 1994 at home. She is survived by two sons, Frank W. (Ola) Schutz of Middleville, Larry Dale Schutz of Kalamazoo; 7 grandchildren; 1 great grandchild; her mother, Anna Belle Snell of Bradenton, Florida; two brothers, William Null of Bradenton, Florida, and Dale Null of Shelbyville. Funeral Services were held Monday at the Beeler Funeral Chapel with Reverend Kenneth Vaught officiating. Interment was at Oak Hill Cemetery, Orangeville Township. Richard A. Butzer Lashes to celebrate 60th anniversary An open house celebrating 60 years of marriage will be held September 10 from 2 to 5 p.m. for Clare and Beryl (Heller) Eash at Hope Church of the Brethren, located on M-50 at the Kent-Ionia County line. They were married September 15, 1934. Their children are Pat (Eash) Sage, Nancy (Eash) Cook, the late David and Sally (Eash) Ingall, David and Nancy Eash, John and Nancy Eash, Ron and Judy (Eash) Bjork, and Fred and Susan (Eash) Fulsher. They have 18 grandchildren and 25 great­ grandchildren. Please join us in celebrating with them. They request no gifts. In Memoriain In honour of the fiftieth wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Charles (Bud) Kaechele their children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren request the pleasure of your company at an open house on Sunday, the twenty-eighth of August, nineteen hundred and ninety-four, two o'clock until five o'clock in the afternoon. Leighton United Methodist Church, 4180 Second Street, Caledonia, Michigan. No gifts, please. IN LOVING MEMORY OF OUR DAUGHTER AND SISTER JEANNINE M. BURGHDOFF, WHO PASSED AWAY ONE YEAR AGO AUGUST 24. Its been one year now that hardly seems so we miss you so much you can’t begin to know. Dykstra’s Preferred Poured Walls, Inc. • Poured basement walls • Fl at work • Farm work We miss your laughter and your funny ways your wonderful smile and the things you’d say Segers 25th anniversary ROB DYKSTRA, Owner "7OC *7£X*7A / Z/O" I D I <r 10698 Finkbeiner Rd., Middleville Larry and Linda Seger celebrated their 25th wed­ ding anniversary together on August 9th. They will also be celebrating later this summer with their daughter Erin, son Brian, and other family members. hi ntihie 4 s ■ ■■ imi Call for Your H Tire store • August Best Buys Sun & 10 DAY SPECIALS August 24-September 3 LUBE, OIL News $ 9 E 99 ! & FILTER ■ W Action Ads - LIMIT 5 QUARTS OF VALVOUNE — > Must Bring Coupon PHONE 795-3345 LIFELINER MIDDLEVILLE - Richard A. Butzer, 76, passed away Thursday, August 18, 1994 at Hospice Care Center of Grand Rapids. He was bom on July 23, 1918 at Eugene, Missouri, the son of Gustan Adolph and Frances Agnes (Jenkins) Butzer. Richard was married to Norma L. Leyendecker Butzer on June 16, 1951 at Middleville. He was employed at Nelson Metal for twenty three years as a Tool and Die repairman. Richard served in the United States Army during World s30°° Off With purchase of Set of 4. | Starting at $39.95 each. I Call 795-3550 500 ARLINGTON (M-37) Next to Crystal Flash — Middleville OPEN: MONDAY thru TUESDAY 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM FRIDAY 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM • SATURDAY 8:30 AM to 2:00 PM [TT FllLILL/ i/rrjr >.'SA All the things that we’d do and the fun we had their all just memories now that sometimes makes us sad. We think of you often and silently grieve could we have changed things so that you didn’t have to leave? There’s lots of sadness and many tears as we face another year without you here. Greatly missed, and deeply loved, Mom, Dad, Deanne, Larry, and Travis War II and he was a member of the American Legion Post 305 in Hastings. He is survived by his wife, Norma L. Butzer; three sisters. Marguerite Brown, Mildred Tucker and Barbara Tucker all of Kansas City, Missouri; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Monday, August 22 at the Beeler Funeral Chapel with Reverend Lynn Wagner offi­ ciating. Interment in Mt. Hope Cemetery, Middleville. Memorial contributions may be made to Barry Community Hospice. IN LOVING MEMORY OF GEORGE BROWNELL JR. AND JEANNINE BURGHDOFF AUGUST 24, 1993 Day Dreams Once a day and sometimes more, you knock upon my day drcams door, and I say, warmly “Come right in”, “I’m glad your here with me again!" Then we sit down and have a chat, recalling this, discussing that! Until some task that 1 must do, forces me away from you, reluctantly I say good bye, smiling with a little sigh, for though my day drcams bring you near, I wish that you were really here, but what reality cannot change, my dreams and wishes can arrange, and through my wishing you'll be brought, to me each day, A Happy Thought! Missing you very much, Your children, Jessica, Christopher and Nicholas Your mother, Barb Ruid, your sisters, your brother, nieces and nephews IIN MEMORIAM In Memory of Jeannine M. Burghdoff who passed away August 24, 1993. MY FRIEND IN LOVING MEMORY OF GEORGE L. BROWNELL JR. WHO PASSED AWAY ONE YEAR AGO AUGUST 24 There’s a wonderful thing that money can’t buy, a Blessing that’s rare and true, And that’s the gift of a WONDERFUL FRIEND like the friend 1 had in you. We knew you such a short time but in that time you brought such happiness to Jeannine and our family. We know not why you and Jeannine had to leave us but you are greatly missed. It doesn’t seem as if one year has already passed. It seems like you were just here laughing and having a good time. You were always so cheerful and excited about plans for the future. 'Then one day, your dream ended, without warning. No one under­ stands why, but you are greatly missed. With loving thoughts, Pal and Charlie Burghdoff Larry, Deanne, and Travis VanPulien Friends Forever, Takytha Redman MIDDLEVILLE HERITAGE DAYS — September 17 — 3 on 3 Basketball 4 on 4 Volleyball Co-ed Softball Horseshoes SIGN-UP DEADLINE SEPT. 10 Contact — Jo 795-7033 • Deasr 795-7229 $ Credit Problems? Cash $ Problems? We can help. $ » Refinancing • Home Improvement • Debt Consolidation $ $ A-One Mortgage Corp. 310 44th St.. S.W., Wyoming, Ml 49548 $ 1-800-870-2663 $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I August 23, 1994 / Page 11 Capitol Commentary Caledonia thespians challenge Boosters to softball fun match By Sen. Dick Posthumus Govt, affects people at all levels More than 130 years ago, Abraham Lincoln uttered these now-famous words to the American public “.... and that government of the people. by the people, and for the people shall not perish from the earth.” Today, American citizens have several options open to them when they have a question, problem or concern. Depending on the issue, individuals can turn to either their local, state or federal officials for help. As a state senator, I was elected by the people in our area to represent their voices on state issues, such as the budget and laws that affect every Michigan citizen. However, that does not mean I can ignore local or federal issues. On the contrary, as all levels of government impact one another, communication among them is essential. Throughout my tenure as a public servant, I have spent a good portion of my time with local officials. This has been time very well spent Through these meetings. I am able to share information about what is going on at the state level with my local community and in turn, I gain insight into what the locals want or need from the state. A good example of this sort of interaction is time I spent last week with township officials from across Michigan at their an­ nual summer conference. At this gathering, I had the chance to meet with several local leaders from west Michigan, as well as from other areas of the state. In spending time with these folks, I found that many of their concerns arc the same as those aired by members of our com­ munity. It was reassuring to hear common interests voiced by people from all areas of Michigan. And it was encouraging to know that officials everywhere are coming up with new ideas and devising new solutions to the conflicts with which we are all faced. I have also found this to be true when I’ve joined law en­ forcement officials, job providers, health care providers, educators and other groups, as well. And it is often from meetings like these that 1 and my colleagues get great ideas for legislation. That, I believe, is true representative government — the way it should be. No government can operate wholly on its own, without the cooperation of its people. Nor can a government succeed without the teamwork of the surrounding units of government and officials. We all have a great deal to offer one another — ''suggestions, ideas, advice and insight — if only we are open to a cooperative effort among citizens and local, state and federal government. If you don't take your softball too seriously, take in the game Wednesday evening. Aug. 24. between the Caledonia Community Players and the Caledonia Athletic Boosters. A five-inning or 45-minute game will begin at 7:30 p.m. at the Caledonia Lakeside Park, immediately following the Boosters' annual pre­ season picnic. Members of the theatncally-inclined Players and the sports-minded Boosters cooperated last July Fourth in staging the first Highland Games competition for the holiday festivities. The Players decided to continue the fun and the cooperative effort by challenging the Boosters to a softball game, but only if the Boosters would allow some “dramatic'’ changes in the rules of the game. According to Players member Carol Meehan, the Athletic Boosters must follow regulation softball rules and use standard equipment, both at the plate and in the field. The Players, however, can set their own rules and use any equipment they want Being the creative sort, they have Thornapple Roofing & Siding devised some interesting ideas of how and what they 'll need to be competitive. Meehan said. “It’s all in good fun. and there is no charge. Anyone in­ terested in either organization is invited to attend the picnic and to compete.'' she said. The Players plan to attend the Boosters' picnic, which is scheduled to begin at the park at 6 p.m. “We plan to contribute something to the potluck, and then we’ll move to the softball field. The game will last five innings or 45 minutes, whichever is shorter.” The Caledonia Boosters hold a picnic at the end of each summer to share ideas on how to enhance the Caledonia athletic program for the next year. The Caledonia Community Players will hold its first meeting at 7 p.m. Tuesday. Sept. 6. at the Community Education Building to vote on the next play and a production date. In the meantime, reports from local sources of a run on ‘Super-soakers’ and shaving cream could not be confirmed at press time. Free Estimates Licensed Builder 795-2039 Thank You VanLaan Concrete — and — South Kent Veterinary Hospital ...for purchasing my hogs at the Kent County 4-H Fair. - B.J. Welton HUtHIII Welding & Millwright Service Inc. Borers may plague iris irises are long-lived, hardy perennials that require little care and have few disease or insect problems. One insect can cause severe damage, however: the iris borer, a plump pink cater­ pillar that tunnels and feeds in the rhizome. 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For information on how you can help change the schools in your community, call 1 8OO-96-PROMISE Education Excellence Partnership Caledonia Rent All 9818 Cherry Valley Ave . (M-37) Caledonia • 616-891-0050 open Mondoy-Soturday 8am to 5 30 p m Delivery I Hdr Up Sendee within ISMfei $3O°o �Page 12 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / August 23. 1994 Middleville & Rails to Trails property acquisition complete by Margaret Fowler The final papers for the sale Staff Writer between Penn Central and RTC were signed earlier this The Village of Middleville and the Rails to Trails Conser­ month. Middleville will have con­ vancy have officially become partners in the acquisition of trol of approximately 16 miles several miles of unused Penn of the purchased property . Along with that portion. Central Railroad property. The Middleville Village RTC also purchased several “odd" pieces of railroad Council expressed an interest in the railway right-of-way right-of-way that are between Byron Center and from the village down to Irv ing Road at a meeting in mid­ Middleville. April “Our neck is on the line for At that time, the council the odd pieces,” explained voted unanimously to commit Roger Storm, RTC State $3,000 of the $30,000 cost Di rector-Michigan Chapter. towards the purchase of the But. he feels that gaining property support to link all of this por­ The National Rails to Trails tion to together is very Conservancy would provide positive. Two local organizers of the the rest of the money concept. Craig Patterson of necessary. RTC gave the village a two Middleville and Scott Williams of Caledonia have and a half year time schedule been making presentations in to purchase the property from Caledonia. them. A portion of the railroad That gives the village time corridor is owned by the to apply for grants and other funding that will be used to Caledonia Community Schools. improve the property and Another portion is owned develop it into a trail for by the Caledonia Farmers walkers and cyclers (only Elevator. non-motorizcd). Both groups have expressed The Conservancy has only an interest in the project. recently become involved in Middleville is also looking the actual buying of into the possibility of purchasproperties. Letterheads 'PRIN Business Cards Envelopes Brochures Wedding Invitations MORE Quality Printing at Affordable Prices! Call 945 9554 or stop by ... 1952 N. Broadway (M-43) mg additional corridor pro­ perty within the village from a village resident. That includes the old depot. One of the keys to making the concept work is to have a broad group of supporters who are willing to donate time, energy, and/or money to get the path into usable condition. A “Friends" group that already has about 100 members has been started. Anyone interested in becoming a part of it should send inquiries and/or dona­ tions to: Friends. P.O. Box 393. Middleville. Mich., 49333. As work is done on obtain­ ing permission to develop the Caledonia portion of the trail, several steps can be taken to develop the Middleville portion. Patterson has plans to do a video of the corridor as it is now to note crossings, en­ croachments. and washed out areas. There will also be deter­ minations made as to what sections might need bar­ ricades because of safety hazards. Not only will the video pro­ vide a permanent record of the trail, it can also be used to decide target areas for clean­ up This concept has not gone without some dissent. Several landowners on the Middleville portion of the cor­ ridor have property that is split by the railroad tracks. They had been in contact with Penn Central about pur­ chasing the property and were under the belief that they would have the first option. The owners are concerned about their privacy, litter, noise, vandalism, and access to the rest of their land. “We will continue to honor any agreements that in­ dividuals had with the railroad regarding access to their pro­ perty,” said Middleville MIDDLEVILLA LANES 891-1287 or 795-3640 ALL LEAGUE OPENINGS Adult League Openings - Men, women & MixedM^ THURSDAY “" Thirsty Nite — 9:30 p.m. Mens 3 per team Midnight League (Friday 12:30 a.m.) TUESDAY Mixed — 3 per team 9.00 a.m. Mixed Men, Women or Mixed Men. Women or Mixed FRIDAY3 person teams Early Risers — 9:30 im. Womens — Middleville Ladies babysitting available 12:30 p.m., 4 to a team 4 person teams Babysitting available Friday Short Season Mixed— Sept, thru Dec. Men, Women or Mixed Merchant Mixed — 9:30 p.m. 3 person teams — 4 to a team. SATURDAY Men, Women or Mixed Once a Month League Mixed WEDNESDAY openings 6 p.m. and 8:30 Senior Social Lunch and Bowl SUNDAY 8 week sessions, 10 a.m„ $6.50 per Sunday 4:00 Mixed Short Season — person Men, Women or Mixed Sept.-Dec. Men, Women, or 2 per team Mixed — 4 per team Wednesday Couples — 9 30 p.m., Sunday 6 30 p.m Every Other Week 1 couple per team Mixed Men, Women or Mixed — 4 per team MONDAY Industrial Mens 6:30 p.m. Two 5 person teams JUNIOR-ADULT LEAGUES 2 per team Mondays 4:00 p.m. Every week or Sundays 1:30 p.m. Every Other Week YOUTH BOWLING Wednesdays 4:00 p.m., 2 per team* Thursdays 2:30 p.m., 3 per team Saturdays 9 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. 4 per team Teams of boys, girls or mixed — sign-up Saturday, Aug 27th, Sept. 3rd and Sept. 10 11 a_m to 3 p.m GOOD OLE DAYS Starts August 2Oth 50c HOT DOG 50c BOWLING On M-37 North of Middleville • Open 7 days a week The Village of Middleville in conjunction with the Michigan Rails to Trails Con­ servancy has purchased the railway corridor from the village’s main street down to Irving Road. Portions of the corridor from Main St. north are owned by various parties. If a trail were to be extended from Kentwood to the Barry County Fairgrounds, the additional property would need to be purchased or owners would need to allow for the trail. Village Manager Ev Manshum. Storm explained that RTC has had very few problems with regard to the concerns stated by the landowners. Rails to Trails Conservancy was founded in 1986. Since that time, they have been responsible for the development of over 6,(MX) miles of trails, including many miles in Michigan. “Ultimately, we would like to have a trail that would go from Kentwood to the Barry County Fairgrounds,” Storm said. Iris continued from last page-----------------------------------------they mate and start the cycle over again. The first signs of borer ac­ tivity are tear stains and chew­ ed leaf edges in early spring. Infested irises later develop loose, rotted bases. It’s difficult if not impossi­ ble to control the larvae once they’re inside the plants, but it’s fairly easy to eliminate the overwintering eggs, Smitley says. Simply cut iris foliage back to the ground in ej^ier late fall or early spring, and remove the old leaves, stems and other plant debris. Another control opportunity occurs in late summer, the time recommended for dividing iris to ease over­ crowding or multiply your plants. Lift rhizomes carefully from the soil and inspect them for tunnels, borers or soft rot. Destroy infested rhizomes along with any borers that you find still inside them. Check the soil around formerly in­ fested plants for the chestnut brown pupae and destroy them. too. If nearby neighbors also have irises, a cooperative iris borer control effort will im­ prove everyone’s chances of preventing significant damage. Smitley suggests. The last resort — used more by serious hobbyists growing irises to show them by home gardeners using iris in the landscape — is to spray plants in spring when the new leaves have grown a few inches above ground to kill the larvae as they hatch and before they can chew their way into the foliage. Information on approved pesticides is available from the county MSU Extension office. • Homeowners ** Cash Fast * ’1st and 2nd Mortgage pmctiaM or refinance "Land contract reVanong * Homo or Rerxal Property ‘Stow Credit O K ConsoMafion etc Teat Easy *Cafl 24 Hours Allstate Mortgage 4 F tnance Corp. 800 968 2221 FREE Pre-QueMhcMton New Shipment Of... DEER HUNTING SUPPLIES Deer Brick, Deer Lick, Clover, Sweet Deer Com, Deer Block, Deer Mineral, Deer Calls, Salt Block and More Caledonia Fanners Elevator 136 E. Main Street • Caledonia 891-8108 • Open 6 Days a Week �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / August 23, 1994 I Page 13 ‘Horsing around’ is serious stuff for CHS Equestrian Club Kelly Stein-Lloyd, coach of the Caledonia Equestrian Team watches each of her riders as they trot or canter past her. STEELCASE WOOD FURNITURE HAS FULL-TIME AND PART-TIME WORK STEELCASE WOOD FURNITURE INVITES YOU TO APPLY WITH MANPOWER TEMPORARY SERVICES FOR ONE OF THEIR IMMEDIATE OPPORTUNITIES! We are currently accepting applications on behalf of Steelcase Wood Furniture. Full time and part-time positions are immediately available. Many positions require no experience. Top pay with merit incentives available. Opportunities exist for the following: by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Any member of the Caledonia Equestrian Club will show you the gait. Her horse’s gait, that is. The I 1 members of Caledonia’s newest athletic club are proud to show off their horses and their own horsemanship skills as they prepare for fall competition Although Caledonia may be changing rapidly from an agricultural to a surburban community, many families in the area still enjoy their horses, even if they board them or lease them from so­ meone else. This attachment to horses doesn’t seem to be dying out as the community grows. That very special attraction bet­ ween young people and horses still flourishes, as any visit to the Kent County Youth Fair will testify. The CHS Equestrian Club is another example of the in­ terest area young people con­ tinue to show in horses. Now in its fourth year, the club hopes to move soon to full-fledged sport status, said Coach Kelly Stein-Lloyd. The club is open to all high school students, at all grade levels, with a horse the only requirement to join the team. “The member must own a horse or lease one,” SteinLloyd said. “He or she also must belong to a 4-H group or other association and have some show experience before com­ peting with the club.” The Equestrian Club’s “conference” consists of the 20 schools in its district, which is one of 17 districts in the Michigan Interscholastic Horsemanship Association. The district clubs compete FACTORY JOBS • WAREHOUSE WORK PACKAGING LINE MACHINE OPERATORS GENERAL LABOR • DISTRIBUTION 2930 Broadmoor SE Many companies call us from a variety of industries! All shifts! All skill levels! More than 50 jobs available! No phone calls or applications will be accepted at Steelcase Wood Furniture! 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In addition to our weekly pay, Manpower offers a comprehensive benefit package to include vacation and holiday pay, major medical, referral bonuses and much more! Call today and find out how to start working tomorrow! MANPOWER® The club members are judg­ ed on their horsemanship on­ ly. which means the judge is Shannon Sheehan urges her horse across a surface he has never walked on before. It's just a tarpaulin, but horses often shy away from something not familiar to them. In this case, the horse trusted his rider, and walked over the tarp. ASSEMBLERS • FINISH SPRAYERS GENERAL LABORERS FORKLIFT OPERATORS • MACHINE OPERATORS 957-0461 against each other three weekends in September, with the state championship com­ petition held Oct, 21. 22 and 23. Packers of Quality Frozen Vegetables The equine half of the Equestrian Club enjoys plenty of attention. Hugs and even a few smooches go with the hard work, as Shannon and Nicole demonstrate. ALLIED FINISHING $6.00 PER HOUR PAY RATE! 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Apply Monday thru Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. TWIN CITY FOODS, INC. 1315 Sherman St., Lake Odessa, Ml MANPOWER’ TEMPO4UXY E.O.E. �Page 14 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I August 23, 1994 Equestrian Club continued from last page looking at the skills of the rider, not the beauty of the horse “The judge will be analyz­ ing how well the rider and horse work together, and at how smoothly and how well the horse responds. That is all part of the skill of the rider." explained Stein-Lloyd. To accomplish those smooth patterns and smooth responses, the rider must spend many hours working with his or her horse, developing not only skill in the saddle, but also the horse's trust. The club practices at SteinLloyd’s farm, tTailoring their horses from home. There, each member works on riding skills under the watchful eye of the coach. Parents, who helped load and unload horses from their trailers, lean against the fence to watch, too. The students work on a variety of patterns and gaits, work on their appearance in the saddle and encourage their horses to try new experiences, such as walking across an un­ familiar surface like a wooden bridge or a tarpaulin laid on the ground. The club members may choose to compete in hunt seat, saddle seat or western riding, each of which requires a different set of skills. “We're looking forward to doing well this year, as we have some excellent skills among our members." SteinLloyd said. “We’ll hope for some plea­ sant weather, and with this group. I’m quite sure we'll have fun.” Anyone with questions about the Equestrian Club should call the Caledonia High School Athletic Office during school hours at 891-0211. Some of the Equestrion Club members pose with their horses at a recent summer practice. From the left are Shannon Sheehan on 'Fancy’s Mr. VIP,' with Nicole Potgeter on board. Ordinarily Nicole would be riding her horse 'Lucky,' who was enjoying a post-fair rest. Next to Shannon is Kristy DeBoer, on Cherish,’ with Kristi Huizenga on Dude' and Karen Pavlovic on Krys’ rounding out this practice session. Not pictured are Cheryl White, Brian White, Mary Palbykin, Shawn Mohler and Kim Brummel. Good Sportsmanship is the responsibility of EVERYONE! 1954 PA 188 PRECEEDINGS YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN Notice of Public Hearing on the Special Assessment Roll for Special Assessment District No. 15 To the residents and property owners of Yankee Springs Township, Barry Coun­ ty, Michigan, the owners of land within the Special Assessment District No. 15 and any other interested persons: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE the Supervisor and Assessing Officer of the Township has reported to the Township Board and filed in the office of the Township Clerk for public examination a special assessment roll prepared by him covering all properties within the Special Assessment District No. 15 benefitted by the pro­ posed grading and paving of Terry Avenue. Said assessment roll has been prepared for the purpose of assessing a portion of the costs of the grading and paving of Terry Avenue from Cobb Lake and extending past house numbers 12503 to 12539 and work incidental thereto within the aforesaid Terry Avenue Special Assessment District as more particularly shown on the plans of the Township engineers on file with the Township Clerk at 284 N. Briggs Road, Mid­ dleville, Michigan within the Township, which assessment is in the total estimated amount of $17,000.00. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE the assessing officer has further reported the assessment against each parcel of land within said district is such relative portion of the whole sum levied against all parcels of land in said district as the benefit to such parcels bears to the total benefit to all parcels of land in said district. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE the Township Board will meet at the Yankee Springs Township Hall, 284 N. Briggs Road. Middleville, Michigan on September 8. 1994, at 7.30 p.m. for the purpose of reviewing said special assessment roll and hearing any objection thereto. Said roll may be examined at the office of the Township Clerk during regular business hours of regular business days until the time of said hearing and may further be examined at said hearing. Ap­ pearance and protest at the hearing held to confirm the special assessment roll is required in order to appeal the amount of the special assessment to the state tax tribunal. An owner, or party in interest, or his or her agent may appear in person at the hearing to protest the special assessment, or shall be permitted to file his or her appeamace or protest by letter and his or her personal appearance shall not be required. The owner or any person having an interest in the real proper­ ty who protests in person or in writing at the hearing may file a written appeal of the special assessment with the state tax tribunal within 30 days after the confirmation of the special assessment roll. H. E. Vander Bee Township Clerk 284 N. Briggs Road Middleville, Ml 49333 795-9091 (106) During an Equestrian Club practice, Kristi Huizenga puts Dude' through his paces. In the background, Karen Pavlovic encourages her mare, Krys.' Charter Township of Caledonia Caledonia, Michigan 49316 "At the Growing Edge of Kent County" NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Caledonia Township Planning Commission will hold a public hear­ ing to consider the following request: APPLICANT: REQUEST: LOCATION: PUBLIC HEARING DATE: Janie S. Wiersum Special land use to allow a residential accessory building in excess of 1,200 sq. ft. pursuant to Sec­ tion 3.11 (c) of the Zoning Ordinance. Said accessory building is proposed to be used as a horse barn and riding arena. 8555 76th St. PP#41-23-11-451-010 August 29, 1994 7:30 P.M. Caledonia Township/Village Hall 250 Maple St. Caledonia, Ml 49316 All information relative to this request may be reviewed in the office of the Township Planner, located at 250 Maple St., Caledonia, Ml dur­ ing normal business hours. Interested persons may attend the public hearing and be heard with regard to the requested amendment and/or send written comments to the Caledonia Township Offices, P.O. Box 296, Caledonia, Ml 49316. CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION Dated: August 11, 1994 (105> TIME: LOCATION: �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I August 23, 1994 / Page 15 CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP BOARD August 17, 1994 The regulor meeting of the Caledonia Township Board was called to order at 7:05 p.m Present. Garbow. Gould, J. DeVries, Snyder. Absent: Jousma, R. DeVries. Dielecnan. Also Present: Randy Wilcox. Township Engineer and several citizens. MINUTES Reviewed. Jim Williams stated that on the special meeting of August 8. 1994, for the Contractors Registration that Dielemon and Jousma should hove abstained since they ore contractors. Minutes approved with the above noted. BILLS: Reviewed. Snyder stated there wos two bills to odd to the list. One for Wilcox for $130 00 and one for deferred compensation for $812.52. Mov­ ed Gould, support J. DeVries to approve bills os printed with ad­ ditional bills. Ayes Gould. J. DeVries. Snyder Garbow. Mo­ tion Carried. WATER STUDY SURVEY Randy Wilcox reviewed the water study report for the N.W. section of Township. (3 sections: 5. 6, 7, port of 8 and 18 and a small N.W corner of 17). The Township Board will look over the study in depth and discuss at a later date. Copy of study is available for viewing in the Township Office CAMPAU LAKE DRAINAGE PROBLEM Greg Burd stated that there is a drainage problem and It brings water into his home. Discussion on the problem and the problem with the Night Hawk and the new addition. Donna Pederson asked about the retention pond for the Night Hawk Stated that they were in violation and responsible for most of the water. The bock raise was only suppose to be two feet and is four feet. Nick Nemecek would like the County to come and clean out the drainage ditches. CALEDONIA RENT ALL 2nd reading. Snyder stated that the billboard lease was up on June 13. 2000. Move J. DeVries, sup­ port Snyder to accept the Plann­ ing Commission recommenda­ tion on Caledonia Rent-All and approve Ordinance No. 194-10Z. Ayes: J. DeVries, Snyder, Gar­ bow, Gould. Motion Carried. GOURMET FOODS: 2nd reading. Moved J. DeVries, sup­ port Garbow to accept Planning /Commission recommendation and approve Ordinance #94-11Z. Ayes: Snyder, Garbow, Gould, J. DeVries. Motion Carried. RAILS TO TRAILS: Scott Williams, and Craig Patterson gave a presentation on the Roils to Trails program. Would like a representative from the Board to work with, and would like to come in from time to time to up­ date the Board on the progress Garbow or Snyder agreed to be the representative. Mark VanderPloeg has also volunteered. The Township Board was in favor and very hap­ py to see this program brought to Caledonia Township. PLANNING COMMISSION REPORT Jim Williams gave the report He also reported that Planner VanderPloeg and himself attended a Four Corners meeting with a presentation from the airport. They are con­ cerned about a surface access from the South Bend Line to the airport. AMENDMENT FOR SUBDIVI­ SION CONTROL ORDINANCE 1 st reading Ordinance #94 12Z. MAINTENANCE ON AIR CON­ DITION AND HEATER Glen Klover has already talked to Buff Rodgers and he will do the maintenance OTHER BUSINESS Special meeting on August 30th at 7:00 p.m. Budget work session, C-Tec tolling order Norma Sprite ask ed about No Parking signs and the way the County grades were road. Moved Gould, support J. DeVries to adjourn at 9 10 p.m. Ayes: Garbow. Gould. J. DeVries. Snyder. Motion Carried. Respectfully submitted. Patricia Snyder. Clerk (108) SYNOPSIS • YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP BOARD MEETING August 11, 1994 Meeting colled to order by London All members — 43 others present. Minutes of July 14 approved. Petitions regarding camping Barlow Lake presented Resolution passed supporting "No wake" zones Gun Lake. Financial Report presented and approved. Park Street officially Barlow Lake Rood. Public hearing — approval of increase in operating tax .0267 mills. Public hearing Terry Ave. Special Assessment adopted Appropriation Payne Lake Rood improvement approved. Dust control dropped Toxic Waste Ordinance discussed. Fire renewal millage placed November ballot. Road millage placed November ballot. Lot splitting $50 fee approved. Miscellaneous reports presented and approved Klein resigned os assessor. Meeting adjourned 9:20 p.m. Harvey E. Vander Bee, Clerk (107) Letterheads PRIN Business Cards Envelopes Brochures ^^\Wedding Invitations MORE '[ i Quality Printing at Affordable Prices! " Call 945-9554 or stop by ... 1952 N. Broadway (M-43) Charter Township of Caledonia COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on August 29, 1994, at 7:30 p.m. the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall, 250 south Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, concerning an ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia. If adopted, the proposed zoning ordinance amendment would amend Chapter 3 of the Township Zoning Ordinance so as to provide that the use and development o* lands within the Township shall comply with all applicable provisions of the Charter Township of Caledonia policy concerning privately-owned public water supply systems within the Township. A copy of the proposed Zoning Ordinance amendment is on file and may be examined during normal business hours at the office of the Caledonia Township Clerk, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan. All interested persons may attend the public hearing and be heard with regard to the proposed Zoning Ordinance amendment. Dated: August 1, 1994 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA Hummingbirds dazzle with color, speed Do you have a special fond­ ness of hummingbirds? If so, you’re not alone. With (heir dazzling, iridescent colors and their ability to fly up, down, backward and sideways, “hummers” are a favorite of bird-watchers worldwide, ac­ cording to MSU Extension specialists. The hummingbird family is the largest of the non­ passerine birds (non­ songbirds). with more than 300 species. This unique family includes one of the smallest birds in the world — the bee-sized, 2% inch Cuban bee hummingbird. Hummers have a very high metabolism and most feed most of the day to remain alive. Their food is plant nec­ tar and small insects. Their tongues are tubular at the tip and also brush-tipped for get­ ting at nectar. They eat many insects, even picking them from spiders' webs. If you never tire of wat­ ching hummingbirds, why not put out the welcome mat for them? A special feed filled with sugar water could draw these small beauties to your yard. Hummingbirds also prefer specific flowers, vines, shrubs and trees. Red flowers are attractive to hummingbirds, but they like pink, rose, orange and purple ones, too. The most important factor in planning a humm­ ingbird garden is to provide for a continuous bloom frOm spring to fall. This will pro­ vide a continuous nectar supply. For hummingbird feeders, a mixture of four parts water to one part sugar most closely matches the sugar content in nectar. However, 5-to-l and 7-to-l solutions also are ap­ propriate. Stronger solutions may not quench the birds' thirst. Hummer’s preferred habitat is wooded areas with open land and blooming flowers. Many suburban areas fit their requirements nicely. They build walnut-sized nests 5 to 20 feet above ground. The nests are made of soft down from milkweed, thistles, ferns and oak leaves held in place with spider webs. — Adapted from West Virginia Extension Service information. Charter Township of Caledonia Caledonia, Michigan 49316 "At the Growing Edge of Kent County" PUBLIC NOTICE TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA FILING OF PROPOSED BASIC CABLE TELEVISION RATES PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that on August 17,1994 C-Tec filed with the Township Clerk its proposed schedule of rates the basic television service tier and associated equip­ ment. Except those parts of the filing which may be withheld as proprietary, the filing is available for public inspection and copying in the office of the Township Clerk, 250 Maple St. Interested parties are encouraged to sub­ mit written comments on the filing to the Township Clerk not later than seven (7) days after the date this Public Notice is published. August 18, 1994 Patricia Snyder Caledonia Township Clerk (109) 1954 PA 188 PROCEEDINGS YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN Notice of Public Hearing on the Special Assessment Roll for Special Assessment District No. 14 To the residents and property owners of Yankee Springs Township, Barry County, Michigan, the owners of land within the Special Assessment District No. 14 and any other interested persons: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE the Supervisor and Assessing Officer of the Township has reported to the Township Board and filed in the office of the Township Clerk for public examination a special assessment roll prepared by him covering all properties within the Special Assessment District No. 14 benefitted by the proposed sewer extension. Said assessment roll has been prepared for the purpose of assessing a portion of the costs of the construction and installation of an extension to the public sewer system within the aforesaid Oakwood Shores Special Assessment District as more particularly shown on the plans of the Township engineers on file with the Township Clerk at 284 N. Briggs Road, Middleville, Michigan within the Township, which assessment is in the total estimated amount of $18,000.00. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE the assessing officer has further reported the assessment against each parcel of land within said district is such relative portion of the whole sum levied against all parcels of land in said district as the benefit to such parcels bears to the total benefit to ail parcels of land in said district. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE the Township Board will meet at the Yankee Springs Township Hall, 284 N. Briggs Road, Middleville, Michigan on September 8, 1994, at 7:30 P.M. for the purpose of reviewing said special assessment roll and hearing any objection thereto. Said roll may be examined at the office of the Township Clerk during regular business hours of regular business days until the time of said hearing and may further be examined at said hearing. Appearance and protest at the hearing held to confirm the special assessment roll is required in order to appeal the amount of the special assessment to the state tax tribunal. An owner, or party in interest, or his or her agent may appear in person at the hearing to protest the special assessment, or shall be permitted to file his or her appearance or protest by letter and his or her personal appearance shall not be required. The owner or any person having an interest in the real property who protests in person or in writing at the hearing may file a written appeal of the special assessment with the state tax tribunal within 30 days after the confirmation of the special assessment roll. (103) H.E. VanderBee, Township Clerk 284 N. Briggs Road Middleville, Michigan 49333 795-9091 �Page 16 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / August 23, 1994 Call for Classifieds... PLACE YOUR ADVERTISING MESSAGE HERE *-795-3345 Rates: 5 wards for $2.75 then IO* per word. If you pay in advance, you save 5O‘ billing charge. Deadline is Friday at 4:00 p.m. For Rent 1, 2, AND 3 BEDROOM APARTMENTS, $300 to $500 per month plus deposit, no pets, Middlcvnie 795-7290. BANQUET HALL FOR RENT: Gun Lake. For recep­ tions, reunions, meetings. Bar and kitchen facilities avail­ able. Call 672-7110. Garage Sale AUGUST 25TH & 26TH 9-5. 350 N. Patterson, south of 133rd. 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Np- 30 / August 30. 1994 Al Steeby named ‘Outstanding Agriscience Teacher' Caledonia instructor chosen for national award by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Caledonia High School teacher Al Steeby has been named one of six outstanding agriscience teachers in the na­ tion by the National Voca­ tional Agricultural Teachers Association. After being chosen in July as the 1994 Michigan Agris­ cience Teacher of the Year. Steeby s application was for­ warded to the regional level, where he competed with the NVATA ‘‘Outstanding Teacher'' state winners in In­ diana. Illinois. Ohio. Ken­ tucky and Missouri. The association does not choose one national teacher of the year, but rather recognizes the winner from each of the country’s six regions. The regional award, therefore, is the highest the association bestows "The quality of those ap plications is something else.” said Pete Siler, a fellow agris­ cience teacher at Lowell High School and a former judge of the NVATA teaching awards. ‘‘It’s very prestigious, and it’s an honor for Al and an honor to the state of Michigan that he has been chosen.” Siler, a former state NVATA outstanding teacher himself, praised Steeby as a “dedicated professional, and someone who always puts his students first. “I have the greatest respect for Al. both professionally and personally.” Siler said. “He gets so much from his students because of the exam­ ple he sets. He is a leader in curriculum development and in the field of agriscience. “Al is a master teacher.” According to NVATA. Steeby won the teaching award because he has developed “an outstanding agriculture program that benefits not only the students at Caledonia High School, but the community of Caledonia as well.” The association bases its award on a description of the agriscience education pro­ gram at the school; the use of instructional technology and the inclusion of applied technology in the program; community involvement; the use of community resources in the program and the teacher's own specific accomplishments. Recommendations from a school adminstrator. another agriscience teacher and a community member also are required The advisor to the Caledonia FFA and recipient of many FFA teaching honors. Steeby said winning the NVATA state and regional awards definitely are high points in his 2O-year educa­ tional career because they come from fellow agriscience teachers. “But it's the kids who are the important ones,” hber said. “They are the reason I’m here. They are the program.” Many of Steeby s “kids” are now teachers and businessmen and businesswomen themselves, but as FFA members, they learned well and received many of the organization’s honors. Eleven Caledonia FFAers have won national degrees, the highest in the organiza­ tion. Another 69 have won state degrees and 22 have earned state proficiency awards. CHS graduate and FFA member Karen Huffman recently was named the state Agriscience Student of the Year, and many Caledonia chapter members have served as regional and slate FFA officers. “When you see Al’s kids in leadership presentations at the FFA contests or at the state convention, you can see how he has tapped their potential." said CHS Principal Tonya Porter. “I know the skills he teaches them will make a big difference in their futures. ” Students who have worked with Steeby agree. “One of the best things he did for me was encourage me to to go on to Michigan State.” said Scott Hilton, a 1991 CHS graduate and active FFA member An MSU major in crop and soil science, he will receive his state FFA degree in November. “He helped me set goals that were reachable, but would take me somewhere when 1 achieved them.” Hilton said. “He helped when I got to State, too. when I needed resources for a paper, for ex­ ample. He knew exactly what to tell me. too. He even helped me get my present job. ‘ ‘ He just took a lot of time for me that many others never would have taken. " Steeby's association with FFA goes back to his own high school days at Caledonia, when he won the 1970 state leadership contest in the demonstration event. He returned to CHS to teach, and in recent years he has played an active role in us­ ing technology in his instruc­ tion, and in teaching students how to apply technology as part of their agriscience education. “Al was not content to see agriculture education fixed as something of the past,” said Caledonia Schools Superintendent Doug Busman. “He saw the need for all students to have an ‘agriculture literacy,’ an understanding of how food is produced and distributed. Too many of us don t know much Kent District Library Board sets millage request The newly established Kent District Library Board will ask its voters to approve a 68 mill-levy for six years in the general election Nov. 8. Passage would trigger a county millage rollback of about 13 mills, bringing the average cost per homeowner “down to less than the cost of one or two hardcover books, according to an official state­ ment from the District Board The new district library, ap­ proved by ail the former members of the Kent County Library System, will depend on a district-wide levy for its support, rather than assess in­ dividual municipalities each year. According to the board, passage of the dedicated millage will allow the district library to deal with several key areas where drastic cut­ backs have been made in the last 10 years. Funds would be used for: — Restoration of open hours and staffing levels. — Restoration of the books and materials budget to its 1988 level. — Additional children’s programming — Elimination of fees for educational videos and Books on Tape — Restoration of adult programs — Improvements in library services to outlying branches — Sunday afternoon hours at some branches. — Installation of computers to provide all branches with access to the “‘information highway ” If the millage passes, the dutnet library also will pay branches with library buildings $1 per square foot of library space to assist with maintenance coslv The proposed millage w ill provide the county-wide library system its first stable source of funding in its history and will allow planning for future needs, the board said. Anyone with questions about the district library or the millage request should call Pamela VanderPloeg of the Kent District Library at 336-3253. Caledonia High School agriscience teacher Alan Steeby has been named an 'outstanding educator' by the National Vocational Agriculture Teachers Association. about those processes, even though they are fundamental to life. In our STAR program, he can reach out to all our students, but he also has changed the perception our ag students have of themselves. “He makes agriculture rele­ vant to all kids, and teaches them that it is a science, related to all other sciences and to technology and math. " The CHS Kellogg STAR team has developed an in­ tegrated program for Caledonia’s ninth- and tenth­ graders, combining science, technology and agriculture with research skills. That pro gram is now in its third year at CHS Steeby also is a state teacher trainer for applied biology and chemistry So far, he has taught groups of teachers at t4 See ‘Teacher’ on page 2 Middleville Council OKs mountain bike racing lease by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The Middleville Village Council has opened the door to mountain bike racing through action taken last Tuesday. Council agreed to extend a six-month lease to Jeff Dionne of Metro Promotions, who is one of the organizers of the proposed mountain racing enterprise. Dionne wanted to begin cleanup of the old ski hill area so that it could be ready in time for Middleville’s Heritage Day Saturday, Sept. 17, when the first bike race would be part of the celebration The old ski hill area on Irv­ ing Road has been unused for several years. Cleanup is go­ ing to involve more than just picking up bottles and trash. An old dilapidated building left from the snow skiing business must be dealt with. Council members said they felt that in light of all the work necessary to prepare the site for mountain biking, cost of the lease should be set at $10. Village maintenance also will help with the cleanup Dionne also must set up the course for the cyclists and mark boundaries of the village property Before actual racing can begin, however. Dionne must apply for a special use permit for the site The Village Site Plan Review Committee gave Dionne several conditions that would be necessary to obtain the permit. They include erosion con­ trol, adequate insurance coverage, specific plans for parking and overflow park­ ing, having lot attendants dur­ ing races, providing for fresh water on site when races are going, have a minimum of ten porta-johns for races, debris must be cleaned up by the following day, and all races must be run during daylight hours. Dionne also was given per­ mission to use a pop-up camper at the site on the night of the races. Dionne explained that several major corporations are interested in the enterprise, and that the title sponsor is willing to put up $10,000 in prize money for just the first race alone He said he hopes to have seven races before closing for winter. “This six-month lease will give you as a town the chance to see the kind of quality event I’m planning,” Dionne said. “It will benefit the entire town.” In other business last week, the Village Council: — Gave the go-ahead for Village Planner Jason Cherry to pursue a $3,000 govern mental grant for planting trees in the downtown area. It was noted that the village will replace downtown sidewalks next year, so that would be an ideal lime to put in the trees. The village must match the grant, but that can include in­ direct costs such as village labor — Received six options for a sewer rate increase to cover the cost of debt retirement on See ‘Council’ on page 2 In This Issue.... • Fall Sports Preview • Leader dog becomes Middleville woman’s eyes • TK senior enjoys 3 weeks in Spain • Thornapple Twp. plans monument to all service people �Page 2 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I August 30, 1994 Teacher continued from page 1_______________________ _________ different locations around the state how to implement the ap­ plied sciences into their school's curriculum “I was one of those teachers he trained," said Siler. • We've been very happv with that program at Lowell, and it's been great for the kids. What he is doing by training teachers is benefitting students throughout the state NVATA agreed. "Steeby has worked to keep the agriculture program at Caledonia High School and its students on the cutting edge of technology.” wrote the association in announcing his award. "A key ingredient for every successful agriculture pro­ gram is to be able to train Advisor to the Coledonio FFA os well os the CHS ogriscience teocher, Al Steeby has spent 20 years helping students learn skills for their futures. In this 1992 photo, he and FFA members work on horticulture projects in the CHS greenhouse. students ...for the technologically demanding careers in agriculture that face today's young people." While this latest award means a lot to Steeby. he said that receiving the 1992 NVATA Outstanding Agris­ cience Program Award also is something be is ven proud of "That award recognized our whole program. " he explained. That same year he was nam­ ed the National FFA Agris­ cience Teacher of the Year. A fanner himself, with a flock of about 60 Suffolk sheep. Steeby points out that the emphasis today in agriculture education and the FFA is not centered just on raising crops and livestock. "Agriscience is not just far­ ming. and the FFA is not just for kids who live on farms. FFA offers something for everybody ; every student can excel." he commented. "Whether it's horticulture, leadership skills, an agnculture-related field or ac­ tual production, the kids can choose to specialize or generalize. "Either way. they’re going to be doing something that is relevant to their future careers, and even to life on this planet . ' Steeby and the other regional winners will be recognized in November at the national NVATA conven­ tion in Dallas, where they will be the guests of the Outstan ding Teacher Award sponsor. Ford New Holland of New Holland. Pa Letters ‘Rails to Trails' isn't a good idea To the editor: In addition to his awards from the NVATA, Al Steeby has been awarded honors as Michigan's FFA Agriscience Teacher of the Year. The agriscience program he has created at CHS also has been cited for its excellence. (File photo) Council continued from page 1--------------------------the new wastewater treatment plant. Action is likely to be taken at the next regular meeting on Monday. Sept. 12. The rates would go into ef­ fect for the last quarter — Received word that the survey of the Main Street bridge over the Thomapple River was in good shape. The village department of public works now has a maintenance schedule for regular upkeep of the bridge. — Decided to place the sale of 10 acres of village property Quality Programs in the hands of realtors. After having the property listed publicly, only one unac­ ceptable bid was received. The property is located on State Street between Lescoa and Hunter Ridge Apartments Food for thought for the residents of the Village of Middleville, in regard to the "Rails to Trails" property aquisition. Doesn’t it seem a little odd that Village Council is in­ terested in purchasing proper­ ty that is located out of the village and into Thomapple and Irving Townships? Seems the townships would not sup­ port this trail, so the residents of Middleville should shoulder this support. The village has 2*/i years to apply for grants and other fun­ ding to improve and develop trail. Just what is this other funding? And just what is the cost for improve and develop? Also stated was that Mid­ dleville will have control of approximately 16 miles of property. Sounds like maintenance cost to me. And liability? Also, it was stated it wi|k he Miller REAL ESTATE Since 1940 3. NEW LISTING, EXCELLENT BULDMG SITE. This all wooded 1.5 acre porcel is located in the Middleville School System and is on a blacktop rood Coll Gene Poll, office 795-3305 or home 795-9521...................................... $20,000 MIDDLEVILLE STAFF 1. BARLOW LAKE. This large walkout ranch which is located on Barto** lake includes a great room, a bath oH the master bedroom 5 sets of sliders a recreation room with fireplace sauna satellite dish and a 2 cor garage AH located on a large lot with many trees! Call Gene Poll office 795-3305 or home 795 9521........................................ $159 000 — LH Gene Poll. Assoc Broker, GR1 795-9521 Karen Brown...................... 795-9331 Cathy Williamson CRS GRL. 795-9090 Kay Stobonburg. Assoc Broker 795-7272 Office: 497 Arlington, M-37 Phone (616) 795-3305 t=J •OFFICES IN HASTINGS AND MIDDLEVILLE' prime hunting habitat under private ownersnip bordering trail, this sounds like a safe place I want my children and a place I want to spend my money? If you don’t voice your op­ position to your council, they feel they have your support' It’s only a phone call away! Jerald Smith Middleville Clean up cemetery for Heritage Day To the editor: The Aug. 23 issue of the Sun and News states that Mid­ dleville will be celebrating Heritage Day on Sept. 17. As State Road has been im­ proved more and more, peo­ ple are traveling past Mt. Hope Cemetery. How nice it would be if the township would clean up the east end of the cemetery and roadside such as cutting brush and weeds, trimming the trees, set up some tipped markers, etc There are 20 to 25 markers that can be seen from the road and more on the hill to the north. Let’s hope that by Sept. 17 all of the cemetery will look nice, as those buried there are part of Middleville Heritage. Paul Gibson Middleville. Help with the federal government available on the third Thursday in Middleville Quality People 2. THE DECISION CAN BE YOURS for the interior decorating throughout this lovely 3 bedroom home. Under construction right now, this is a real opportunity to moke your dream home a reality. The open design cathedral ceilings and full lower level moke this the perfect home for your family Call Jeon Chase, office 945-5182 or home 367-4451 ................. $131,000. a non-motorized trail. Come on, who are we trying to kid? Have you ever been down the old railroad grade in the summer? The deer flies get half your blood and the mos­ quitoes get the rest. Of course, there’s always spring and fall, but then with a month of turkey hunting season in the spring and three months of deer hunting in the fall with Caledonia man receives juris doctor degree Jeffrey A. VanMeter graduated from Detroit Col­ lege of Law on June 12, 1994 with the Juris Doctor degree He is a 1986 graduate of Caledonia, High School and a 1991 graduate of Grand Valley State University with a bachelor of business ad­ ministration degree in finance and investment Jeff took the State Bar ex­ amination on July 26 and 27. He is the son of Manon and Al VanMeter of Caledonia and grandson of Mrs. Lucille Brown of Woodland and Mrs. Am VanMeter of Florida On the third Thursday of each month, a representative from Second District Congressman Pete Hoekstra's office will be at the Thomapple Township Hall in Middleville to answer questions and offer advice on problems with the federal government. The two-hour sessions will let area residents get help from Hoekstra without traveling to Hoekstra’s permanent offices in Holland, Muskegon and Cadillac. Help will be available for a variety of concerns, including but not limited to, the Internal Revenue Service, Social Security Administration, Veterans Administration and I mmigr ation and Naturalization Service. In Middleville, the representative will be at the hall at 200 E. Mam Street the third Thursday from noon to 2 pm. STAUFFER & W1GGERS INSURANCE AGENCY Cail us for a quote for all of your insurance needs. • Auto • Life • Health Home • Business • Investment Caledonia Village Centre 9365 Cherry Valley Avenue Caledonia, Ml 49316 891-9294 �The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml I August 30, 1994 / Page 3 Obituaries AREA LUNCH MENUS Jeanette (DeRoo) Sherman------------MIDDLEVILLE - Jeanette (De Roo) Sherman, 85, passed away Tuesday, August 23, 1994 at Blodgett Memorial Medical Center. Mrs. Sherman was bom on March 4,1909 at Grand Rapids the daughter of Thennes and Henrietta (Jansen) De Roo. She was raised in Grand Rapids and attended and graduated from Grand Rapids Union Schools. Jeanette was married to Isaac John Sherman on December 21, 1928. She was employed at Smith Pharmacy in Middleville and H.H. Cutler in Grand Rapids. She was a member of Michi­ gan Farm Bureau and SeventhDay Adventist Church in Hastings. Mrs. Sherman was an avid reader and enjoyed her flowers and gardening. Preceding her in death were her husband. Isaac John Sher­ man, Apnl 13, 1976. She is survived by two daughters, Della Busscher of Fort Myers, Honda and Janice (Michael) Rogers of Middle­ ville; four grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. Funeral and Committal services were held August 26, at the Beeler Funeral Chapel. Pastor Phillip R. Colburn offi­ ciating. Interment Mt. Hope Cemetery, Middleville Memorial contributions may be made to the Hastings Seventh Day Adventist Church School. Kathryn Christena Griffeth MIDDLEVILLE - Kafhryn Christena Griffeth, 75 of Middleville passed away Saturday, August 27, 1994. She was born on April 17, 1919 at Barry CoOnty, Michi­ gan the daughter of Leo E. and Rosa E. (Andler) Eggleston. She was raised in Barry Coun­ ty and attended Middleville Schools, graduating in 1937. Kathryn was married to Charles LaRue Griffeth on September 2, 1940 in Barry County and lived most of her life in Yankee Springs. She was employed at Blodgett Memorial Hospital as Laun­ dryroom Supervisor. She enjoyed crocheting, sewing, traveling and loved gardening. Kathryn is survived by her husband, Charles LaRue Grif­ feth, two daughters, Rosa­ mond Herzbrun and Gloria Griffeth both of Kentwood; four sons, Victor L. Griffeth, Kenneth Griffeth, Vernon Griffeth all of Middleville and I .eon Griffeth of East Grand Rapids; five grandchildren; a very special greatgranddaughter, Kylie Rose Pigman. Visitation is Tuesday, August 30 at 10:00 a.m. prior to the service. Services and Committal will be held Tuesday, August 30 at 11:00 a.m. at the Beeler Funer­ al Chapel, Reverend Ray Townsend officiating. Inter­ ment at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Middleville. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society or Kent County Hospice. Magdalena Kunde ALTO - Magdalena Kunde, 86 of Alto and formerly of Hosmer, South Dakota passed into the presence of her Lord, Saturday, August 27, 1994. She was born June 20, 1908 in Hosmer, South Dakota the daughter of Jacob and Rosina Levi Maisch. She and her husband fanned. Mrs. Kunde was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Martin Kunde. Surviving are her daughter, Mrs. Charles (Donna) Conway; grandson, Michael Conway. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, August 30 at 10:00 a.m. at the St. Paul Lutheran Church, 8436 Kraft SE with Reverend Robert Gerke offi­ ciating. Interment Holy Comers Cemetery. The family suggests memor­ ial contributions be made to the Ladies Aid Society of St. Paul Lutheran Church. Arrangements were made by DeVries Funeral Chapel. Middleville Senior Party Planning Committee of 1995 PIG ROAST First home football game, Sept. 9th starting at 5:30 p.m. till game starts. at the MIDDLEVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Have your pre-game dinner with us! Thornapple Kellogg School Lunch Menu Wednesday. Aug. 31 Meat and cheese subs, let­ tuce, tortilla pieces, melon. M.S. Salad Bar Thursday. Sept. 1 Burrito with cheese, green beans, peaches. Friday. Sept. 2 No School’. Monday, Sept. 5 No School.’ Tuesday. Sept. 6 Tripps celebrate 60 years On September 1, Marshall and Alberta Tripp are celebrating 60 years of marriage. They have lived in Yankee Springs all of their married life. Marshall and Alberta are celebrating with a family picnic over the labor Day Weekend. Their children are: George and Lois Horn from Kalamazoo, Larry and Pat Tripp from Middleville, Bob and Kareen Tripp from Grand Rapids, and Brenda Tripp from Middleville. The Tripps have 9 grandchildren and 12 great­ grandchildren. Phone 795-3345 for Sun & News ACTION ADS! Caledonia Community Schools High Middle Meal Deal Menu Wednesday. Aug. 31 BYO Double Cheeseburger w/bun. french fries. Vita Pup. milk. Thursday . Sept. 1 Itza Pizza, french fries. Vito Pup. milk. Potato Bar. Friday. Sept. 2 No School’. Monday. Sept. 5 No School. Tuesday. Sept. 6 BYO Nachos, french fries. Vita Pup. milk. Thomapple Kellogg Breakfast Menu Wednesday , Aug. 31 School's in! in Caledonia Hall floors gleamed with polish, welcoming messages hung over entryways, class lists were posted and classroom bulletin boards radiated color and information. But an unnatural quiet hung over Caledonia school classrooms and halls early yesterday morning, the first day of school. But in almost an instant. thatAjuiet was shattered, when the big yellow school buses converged on the school, and students and bookbags, shouts and chatter spilled into the cool sunshine. Parents held the hands of their kindergarteners, as the youngsters walked toward their next step in “growing up.’’ Returning students headed quickly to their new classrooms and a new level of education. Teachers and staff greeted newcomers kindly and older students by name as classrooms filled up and the schools began to hum with activity. About 2,663 students returned to the five Caledonia schools yesterday, an increase of about six percent from last year’s fall enrollment. Grades kindergarten through eighth saw an overall increase of 89 students, while the elementary level increased by 45 students. “We’re up at all our schools," reported Caledonia Schools Administrative Secretory Leia Bailard on her enrollment figures as of Mon­ day morning Beef and Cheese Ravioli, garden peas, whole wheat bread, applesauce NOTE: Whole or lowfat milk offered each day. Alt. menu at El. Monday, hot dog; Tuesday, turkey on bun; Wednesday, salad bar; Thurs­ day, hamburger; Friday, fishwich. Variety of sandwiches and salads at High School and Middle. Tuesday. Sept. 6 Cold cereal, toast, orange juice, milk. Bagel/cream cheese, apple juice, milk. Caledonia Community High Middle Schools Lunch Menu Wednesday, Aug. 31 Soft taco w/fixings, corn or french fries, fruit choice, milk. Thursday. Sept. 1 Chicken nuggets, green beans or french fries, roll, fruit choice, milk. Thursday , Sept. 1 Caledonia High school this year is expecting 779 students, the middle school 646, Caledonia Elementary 483, Kettle Lake 430 and Dutton Elementary 325. Official figures will not be available until the “Fourth Friday " count that is reported to the state, and which now will determine the amount of state aid sent to the district. “We believe this is our big­ gest enrollment ever.” Bailard said. Friday. Sept. 2 Pancake sausage on a stick, orange juice, milk. No School Friday, Sept. 2 No School Monday, Sept. 5 Tuesday, Sept. 6 No school. Monday. Sept. 5 No School. Pizza, french choice, milk. fries, fruit Call for Classifieds Phone 795-3345 State Bank of Caledonia New Banking Hours Effective September 6,1994 Effective September 6, 1994, the State Bank of Caledonia will begin new hours. DRIVE IN HOURS: (Caledonia, Dutton & Middleville) MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY 8:30 to 5:00 FRIDAY 8:30 to 6:00 SATURDAY 8:30 to 12:00 LOBBY HOURS: (Caledonia, Dutton & Middleville) MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY 9:00 to 5:00 SATURDAY 9:00 to 12:00 HOURS EFFECTIVE AT ALL THREE LOCATIONS Qtate 627 MAIN ST. CALEDONIA 3205 68TH ST . SE DLTTON 303 ARLINGTON MIDDLEVILLE 891-8113 698-6337 795-3361 Al PFiONJIA A:iMonday 3 Loc*thru tioniFriday °p*n and An D’ttl*v ------ — CFM/g AALI-Lyvyi Xl/A Noon on Saturday ■ W | = I �Page 4 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / August 30, 1994 with. NORMA VELDERMAN It is good to be back home calling and visiting with each one pf you folks again. Thanks to the wonderful Lois Bremer for typing all of the news that I sent to her on cassette tapes of my happen­ ings at Leader Dog training. What a wonderful experience it was! They were all so caring and loving. God Bless the Middleville Lions for sponsoring me. What a wonderful gift my dog “Houston” is. Ken Morgan said that he has been roofing his son's garage. He’s glad to be off the steep roof on this hot day The Thomapple Heritage Association met at Dick and Lu Ward’s home last Wednes­ day. the third Wednesday of the month They are really such generous hosts We couldn't even bring food to help. It was a good meal with chicken kabob’s. hamburgers, hot dogs, good potato salad, baked beans and a wonderful dessert I ate too much, as usual. We had a very good meeting. The Ward’s daughter and family are there from Canada and are having a very good visit. I got a hold of Emma Jane Ingram She had just had a cataract removed Emma Jane said that Peggy Cline. June Tungate and she always get together every year. They ate at the Middle Villa and then came back to Emma Jane's home to visit. It was good to visit with her. Dr. Norris gave her a beautiful spider plant while she was at the hospital. She said life is good and busy. Emma Jane’s quite a gal. I had a real good visit with Edith Miller. She is keeping very busy and loves her home and big basement. I don't get to visit with her too often, so I really enjoyed talking with her. She has always seemed such a special person. Fred and Shirley Palmer from Arcadia. Fla., spent three weeks with Lib Palmer. They left for home last Tues­ day. Callers to to see them were Audrey Heydenburg. Doris and Dale Olsen, and Paul Palmer Florence Fiala attended a family get together at Frank Fiala's at Payne Lake, for a wonderful cookout. Most of the family were there, in­ cluding granddaughter Diane Metier from Phoenix. They had a beautiful day. good food and a wonderful time visiting. Ed Wieringa said that they are having their bam and out­ buildings painted I had a nice visit with Myr­ tle Secord. She is busy with her ceramics Myrtle rents the space and restocks it every time it is needed. I also talked with Norma Lewis. She just loves it out in the country and didn’t realize how beautiful it is. with all the animals and birds. They put out a cement deer and watch real deer try to smell the ce­ ment one. Dan Verlinde. Jim and Sue’s son. said he was home from college. He was a few more credits to go yet for his degree. He wants to go to Atlanta when he starts to look for a job. Cathy Williamson's sister has been visiting Don and Cathy, from Newark. I believe. She is a nurse. Cathy said Don and she sold their home in Middleville and now living at the cottage. Betty Koeplinger said tht they haven't been riding most of the summer. Ray hurt his arm and is just getting to be able to use it. They are enjoy­ ing babysitting like most grandparents You love to do it and the nice part is that they go back to Mom and Dad I’ll visit with you next week. Phone 795-3345 for Sun & News Action-Ads! LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church — Serving a Living Lord SUNDAY........ 9 45a.m., 11:00a.m. & 6:00p.m WEDNESDAY................................ Family Fellowship Prayer & Bible Study 7:00 p.m. 7240 68th Street, SE — Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Rev. Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor, Darrel L. Schrock Music, Jeffery C. Vander Heide CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A church with a caring heart for our community and the world" Sunday Services....... 9:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. M-37 at 100th St., Caledonia, Ml Church Office: (616) 891-1512 Rev. Gerald Van Oyen Al Tiemeyer Community Calling CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Rev. James Cusack Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass.............................. 5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass........................9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville Bruce N. Stewart, Pastor Lee Taylor, Assistant Pastor Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer 6:45 p.m. Word of Life Clubs.................................... 6:45 p.m. I WELCOME TO Gaines United Brethren Church Kalamazoo Avenue at 92nd Street Caledonia, Michigan ^■1 Telephone: 698-8252 Kf. Pastor Mark Beers I^L * i '4"' eT ~ Pastor Scott Taylor Reaching People With Christ 8:30 am to 9:30 am — First Worship Service 9:30 am to 9:45 am — Coffee Fellowship 9:45 am to 10:45 am — Sunday School 10:45 am to 11:00 am — Coffee Fellowship 11:00 am to 12:00 — Second Worship Service Nursery and Childrens Church will be provided during both services. "Set an example In speech, in life, in love, in faith and in purity." 1 Timothy 4:12 dTInst ITnlu Kn.sary Traditional Roman Catholic Latin Mass Rev. Fr. Francisco Radecki, CMRI 314 E. Main, Middleville Phone: 795-9030 Sacred Heart Devotions Sunday Mass: 4:00 P.M. Confessions and Rosary: 20 Minutes before Mass LAKESIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH CHRISTIAN REFORMED 6201 Whitneyville Avenue Sun. Morning Worship.......... 10:00 a.m. Evening Service..................... 6:00 p.m. Rev. Bernard Mulder, Pastor 868-6306 LEIGHTON UNITED METHODIST Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Sunday Morning Worship Sunday School......................................... ,11:10a.m. Sunday School.......................................... 9:45-10:45 Sunday Evening Service........................ ..6:30p.m. Wednesday Night “Family Night” Pioneer Club Youth Fellowship - Sunday................................. 5:00 p.m. RAY TOWNSEND, Poster TIM DOUBLESTEIN. Youth Director MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 708 West Main Street Morning Worship Service............. 10:00 a m. Sunday School................................1115 a m. Evening Worship Service................ 6:00 p.m. YOU ABE INVITED Rev Roger Timmerman, Pastor 795-3667 Services at 9:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Worshipping at Kettle Lake School on Whitneyville Rd South of 68th Street Sunday School....................................... 9 30 a m. Sunday Morning Worship...................... 1030 a.m. Sunday Evenrig Worship....................... 6 00 pm Wed Midweek Prayer A Bibfe Study...... 700 p m. Qev Mbam Doosor Pastor Steve jodson Vou* Pastor < Mee Looney Muse Dir. CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST “God Cares for You” Services — Sunday School .................... 10W a.m Morning Worship 1100 a.m. Evening Worship......................... 6 00 p.m. Rev. Bobby Dale Whitlock Pastor Jeffrey Lee Phone 795-7076 For information call: 891-8119 o91 -OUZO Proclaiming the Histone Reformed Faith. 250 Vine Street Church Office 891-8669 Parsonage 891-6167 School Youth Group and Adult Classes Prayer Meeting - Wednesday.............................. 7:00 p.m. 111 Church Street Meeting at the Comer of Wood School Rd. and Wing Rd. 6:45-8:15 Includes Adventure Club, Choirs for Children and Adults, High (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday....................... 6:30 p.m. 8546 Whitneyville Ave at 84th St *891-8661 "The Church where everybody is somebody and Jesus Christ is Lord" Church School.................... 9:30 a.m. Choir Practice ....................9.30 a.m. Worship Service............... 10:30 a.m. Children’s Church/Youth Worship dunng morning services. Caraway Si puppet ministry for K4th dunng evening services ..9:30 a.m. MIDDLEVILLE and PARMELEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Cornerstone Wesleyan Church Barner Free • M-37 between Caledonia & Middleville Sunday Worship Services....... 8:30 or 11:00,6:00 (Interpreted for hearing impaired). WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH KETTLE LAKE INDEPENDENT REFORMED Peace Reformed Church St. Paul Lutheran Kraft Ave. & 84th St., Caledonia, Mi. (Missouri Synod) "Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. " Rom. 12:10 First Service.....................................8 30 a.m. Sunday School................................ 9 *5 a m (Fellowship Coffee 9:45 a.m to 10:00 a m.) Bible Classes................................. 10:00 a.m. Second Service.............................. 11 00 a.m. (All Services have a Nursery available) Rev. Robert Gerke Office: 891-8688 Church: 891-9878 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 12200 Chief Noonday Rood (at Gun Lake) Wayland, Michigan 49348 • 795-7903 Barrier Free / Programs for All Ages Sunday Worship 10 00 am Parmelee Morning Worship........... 9:30 a m. Middleville Sunday School............ 9 45 a m. Middleville Worship...................... 11 00 a.m. Sunday School Wednesday Rev. Lynn Wagner — 795-3798 Rev. Carroll Fowler — 765-5316 ■■Family Night” Church Office Phone — 795-9266 Rdcutni, Joyful (Old ®imr ^rH^diet (Sl|iircli 5590 Whitneyville Ave , S.E. Alto, Michigan 49302 Sunday School........ 10:00 a m. Morning Worship.............11:00 a.m. Evening Worship............... 6.00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting/ Children's Classes......... 7:00 p.m. Rayle Ballard, Pastor - 868-6437 - 6:00 p m Insptrmg, Port**, The Reorganized CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST of Latter Day Saints 8146 68th St. near Whitneyville Ave. . a » «‘/>V'S-35 Church School, ............................ .10:00 a nf Morning Worship....... 11 00 a m Evening Worship 6:00 pm wed Fellowship.......... 7:30 p m Im homes or church) call Pastor Lloyd DeVormer Sr. 897-7407 �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I August 30, 1994 / Page 5 Leader dog becomes Middleville woman’s eyes by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Lions Clubs have pledged to help prevent blindness and promote healthy eyes, but there are times when that won't work. So the club does the next best thing — providing another set of eyes in the shape of a leader dog for the legally blind. That’s exactly what the Middleville Lions have done for Norma Velderman. a long-time local resident She and her “eyes” and constant companion Houston, a black Lab leader dog, are home from training and learn­ ing to adjust to life with one another This has all happened since June Velderman knew she couldn't bring another dog in­ to her home as long as Shadow, the family dog was alive. But because of age and health, 13-year-old Shadow had to be put to sleep last June It was then that Velderman contacted family friend and Lion member Bill Kenyon about getting and training with a leader dog. The application was made and Kenyon helped put together the necessary documents, including a video tape of Velderman walking and moving about. Velderman said the tape helped the teacher at the Leader Dogs for the Blind in Rochester, Mich., determine just what she needed in terms of a dog. That tape also helped the school decide that she was eligible and able to deal with a leader dog. By mid-July, Velderman had visited the school once and was already enrolled. This particular school is Ten Year Level Term Life Insurance: LowCost Peace Of Mind supported directly by dona­ tions through the Lions Clubs. There is no charge to those coming to the school to receive the dogs. Before students even arrive, they are assigned to a trainer who will pick a dog for them. Velderman said there were hundreds of dogs in kennels, all trained and waiting to be chosen. Where do these animals come from. 4-H kids raise dogs until they are a year old. The dogs are then brought to the school to be tested for suitablility as a leader dog. Only about 15 to 30 dogs of 1.000 are choosen. The dogs are put through rigorous training to prepare for their life’s work “Houston is much better trained than 1 am.” laughed Velderman “I’m the one that needs more training.” According to Velderman. classes were rigorous, with the day starting at 6:15 a m. and going pretty much non­ stop until 8 p.m. She laughs about the fact that her trainer, Greg, was a big, tall man and his six students were all somewhat petite women. Now that Velderman and Houston are home, she is lear­ ning even more. “We need to remember that Houston is not my dog. He is on loan for as long as I need him.” Velderman explained. She also had to sign a con­ tract that she would follow certain rules regarding Houston: He is never to be free from the leash. He must be tied down at all times. He needs to be with her constantly. Houston is a working animal and should not be pet­ ted while in his harness. Sometimes, the rules are hard to keep said Veldeman. “We were in Felpausch the other day and 1 was sitting, just waiting for Johnny (her husband).” she said. “Two little children came up and asked if my dog was nice and after I said ‘yes.’ Both gave him a great big hug.” Family friend and Middleville Lion Bill Kenyon, and Norma Velderman with Houston pause in the back yard during a recent visit by Kenyon. All she could do was smile because Houston just turned his head away like he didn’t like all the mush. He’ll even do that to Velderman when she hugs him. Even though he acts as though he doesn’t like it, once she stops his eyes almost plead for more attention. Though Velderman knows her way around her own house easily, having Houston is allowing the chance to be out in her yard more as well. If she has any difficulties, help is only a phone call away. The school’s policy is to provide whatever is needed to correct problems and keep the person/leader dog relationship running smoothly. Ten Year Level Term lite insurance from AutoOwneis is designed to give you peace of mind without putting a financial burden on your family mem­ bers or business partners Cai us tor Final summer concert set at Gun Lake church all the details and special tow rates Gregg Hewitt and the Chronicles will perform in concert at 7:30 p.m. Satur­ day. Sept. 3. at the Gun Lake Community Church, 12200 Chief Noonday Road, 1/2 mile east of Patterson at Gun Lake. The program is the final concert in the free summer concert series offered to the community by the church. The Chronicles. a contem­ porary gospel ensemble, is comprised of vocal and in­ strumental musicians. Gregg Hewitt, the lead singer, is no stranger to this area and has previously directed other Christian ensembles, in­ cluding the Genesis Singers, Heaven Connection. Sonnse Singers and the Greater Grand Rapids Community Chorus He also has perform­ ed extensive solo work J.L. Schwartz Insurance Agency "Our Policy is Service 497 Arlington St. (M-37) Middleville. Ml 49333 Call: 795-3302 or 891-8208 throughout western Michigan. This group presents the gospel of Jesus Christ in a vibrant and easy-to-listen style. Audiences young and old have responded with en­ thusiasm while attending their concerts If it can be handle by phone, that's great. If not, a trainer will come right to the house. One of Velderman’s classmates was going to be at­ tending college. So a trainer went with her to help both her and her dog become familiar Norma Velderman and her seeing eye dog, Houston, take a walk around the yard as they adjust to working with each other. with campus. Velderman is very positive about her experience so far. “All it took was just telling Bill (Kenyon) 1 was ready for a leader dog," Velderman said. Anyone who thinks their visual impairment might war­ rant having a leader dog. should contact a local L ions Club member or the school. 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For Appointment Call, 795-4434 �Page 6 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / August 30, 1994 TK graduate sings with Christian music group ‘Eternity’ After two years touring the' U.S., Canada and Austral ia with Arc Ministries, Jennifer Hoff, formerly of Middleville, is now a part of the profes­ sional Christian music group “Eternity.” The 1992 graduate of Thomapplc Kellogg High School decided in May to take the next step for her in Christian music, by audi­ tioning for the Austin. Texas-based group. Her move to Texas happened in mid-July and the group is already touring the United States. “Eternity’’ travels more than 80,000 miles each year, performing 200 to 250 con­ certs annually. The group, which tours with five vocalists and a sound techni- Jennifer Hoff cian, performs live concerts in churches, colleges, schools, conventions, crusades, malls and prisons. They have recorded 18 albums (16 in English and two in Spanish). They were founded on the belief that music is one of Stretchercise Step aerobics and more! Easy to follow routines. Work at your own fitness level. M & W • 6:30-7:30 T & Th • 3:45-4:45 McFall Elementary All-Purpose Room, Middleville $3.50 per class $3.00 per class If advance pay Classes starting Sept. 12 Call Donna Harmon 755 7273 [ or Middleville Comm. Ed. the most universal means of communication. For the past 19 years, their desire has been to communicate the love of Jesus, the eternal life He offers, and His answers to today’s problems. "Eternity” is an interna­ tional touring music group that has performed in Canada. Central America. Europe and the Middle East. While in Israel, they per­ formed in the International Music Festival on Christmas Eve before 18,000 people in Bethlehem’s Manager Square. They also have had the op­ portunity to sing at Disney World. The Pentagon. Six Flags over Texas and Georiga. Astro World, the Presidential Palace in Hon­ duras. and many major conventions. Eternity has appeared in concert with such leading Christian artists as Michael W. Smith. Steve Camp, Bryan Duncan. Carman, and David Meece. While Hoff says she realizes the coming year will provide many challenges, she is excited about this new opportunity to minister. She will criss-cross the United States twice in the next year and is looking for­ ward to what may lie ahead for her and her group. You’re Invited! Were having a Kickoff Party With Entertainment and Refreshments TUESDAY EVENING (at our Main Branch 627 Main Street, Caledonia) SEPTEMBER 20 6:00 to 9:00 P.M. We’re introducing something great! The Premier Club at State Bank of Caledonia...a special dub for our customers 55 or better! We're going to start it with a Kick-Off Party that will introduce the many exciting benefits of the club to our friends and neighbors. We re inviting you to explore what membership in State Bank of Caledonia s Premier Club can mean for you! As a member, you are entitled to a host of exclusive social, travel and financial benefits all designed with you in mind. Join State Bank of Caledonia on Tuesday. September 20 at 6:00 p.m. and learn how easy it is to become a Premier Club member. Refreshments will be served along with door prizes! See you there! Don’t Miss It! Qtate ■W *27 MAIN ST. CALEDONIA 3205 MTH ST.. S.E DUTTON 303 ARLINGTON M1DDLEL1LLE 891-8113 698-6337 795-3361 Al FDONIA MLLLJVyl Ml/A ' “3L°“‘”"OP"A1D* ----------Monday thru Frtday and Bl Noon on Saturday iLZlV 1=1 Jennifer Hoff (for right) lifts her voice in song, with "Eternity" in a concert July 31 in Clinton, Ohio. Thornapple Twp. man is Michigan Master Gardener of Year by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The Michigan State Univer­ sity Master Gardener program is not even a year old in Barry County. But a Barry County resident in Thomapple Township, Jim Wright, has been awarded honors as the state Master Gardener of the Year. Wright and his wife, Pat, raise everything from flowers to fruit to vegetables on their small farm on Parmelee Road. They share their harvests at the small roadside stand set up in front of their home. The Wrights have built up their clientele because they go out of their way to provide just what people ask for. “We really enjoy garden­ ing," Wright said. “On vaca­ tions, we usually visit test gardens because we look for just the right taste. " Wright also doesn’t use any toxic herbicides or pesticides in his gardens. But he does more than gardening. “We owe Jim a lot of the credit for getting the Master Gardener program started in Barry County," said Jim Good, agriculture and natural resources agent for the MSU Barry County Cooperative Extension Service. Wright took his classes through the Kent County Ex­ tension office. "Besides doing a lot of volunteer work at the Kent County office, he worked to get people interested in the program for Barry County,” Good said. "Jim planted the seed in the Fair Board’s mind to have a demonstration garden at the fairgrounds," Wright said. Wright also helped teach the Barry County courses that were taken by about 40 people this past spring. Those were a few of the reasons why Good choose to nominate Wright for the honor of Master Gardener of the Year One nominee could be sent in from each county in the state according to Good Wright continues to be an avid supporter of the Master Garden program He en­ courages anyone interested to get involved The next group of classes begin on Wednesday .Jan 11, through W'cdnesdav. March 22, 1995 They will be held Wednes­ day evenings from 6 to 9:30 p.m. Topics include plant science, flower gardening. Jim Wright, who wot chosen as Master Gardener of the Year in Michigan, leans on the support system he uses for his old-fashioned pole beans. household pests, houseplants, lawn care, pest management, soils, fruit, vegetables, and woody ornamentals. It’s not too early to begin JliwUa, registering according to Good. More information can be obtained by calling Jim Gtxid at 948-4862 Mom ‘Celebrating ENROLL NOW! ■■■■■■■■■ NO W OPEN! NEW LOCATION! CALEDONIA ‘TAP 9357 Cherry Valley Ave (Caledonia Village Centre) BALLET ‘ACROBATICS JAZZ 891-0444 or 245-4990 A Fun Approach To Dance In Caledonia! I New Fac ty' Great instfuctOfS* ‘TOE PRE-SCHOOL CLASSES COMBINATION CLASSES !5,OOOff | September's Tuition | | I I *UM0n»P*FMwr Classes Resume Sept. 6. 1994 | �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I August 30, 1994 / Page 7 Fitness for You opens in Middleville by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Just go back, around, down and under the Middleville Doctors office to find Fitness For You in Middleville. Owner Bobbie Nieland says that finding the fitness center is probably about the biggest problem they’ve had since opening in June. It is located just north of the Middle Villa on M-37 in the building that houses the doctor office, a video store, and a psychologist's office. The modem and spacious gym offers several major at­ tractions including two per­ sonnel trainers (Nieland and Fitness Specialist Jason Hill) on staff, personnel training programs, new Bods Master weight training equipment. tanning, nutritional counsel­ ing. massage therapy and a nursery. Come fall. Fitness For You is adding a new . state-of-theart treadmill. In addition to working out individually, on Sept. 6. both step and slide aerobics classes are offered Monday through Friday at several times. A wide variety of options for signing up is available. “We'd like people to stop in at anytime and just see what we have to offer.'’ said Nieland. “1 think they’ll be really pleased.'' Aerobics classes offered at the new Fitness For You in Middleville can be both fun and hard work. Starting September 6* FALL CLASSES Mon. Tues. wed. 6:00 A.M. Step Slide B.N. Step Slide B.N. 9:00 A.M. Slide Step B.N. B.N. 4:00 P.M. Step Slide 6:30 P.M. Slide J.H. B.N. Thurs. B.N. Slide Step B.N. B.N. Fri. Sat. Step B.N. Slide B.N. J.H. Step Slide J.H. Step Step Slide Step J.H. Slide 75 Mins. Step or Slide B.N, VVzCZ, r Instructors > Bobbie Nieland < / ACE Certified j and J.H. Strength Training • Body Masters Equipment • 2 Personal Trainers • Tanning • Nutritional Counseling Step aerobics can be done by people of all fitness levels. The class is taught by showing different levels to the entire group, using Reebok Steps. 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(OFFER GOOD THROUGH SEPTEMBER 3rd) $ $ $ $ $ NURSERY SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday 9 AM to NOON and 4 PM to 8 PM 4695 N. MIDDLEVILLE RD. ■ 795-4319 Just north of the MiddleVilla Inn (behind Dr. Showermans) HOURS: Mon.-Fri. 6 am-9 pm; Sat. 9 am-3 pm | �Page 8 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I August 30. 1994 Lisa Lefanty’s ‘brother’ also visits TK senior enjoys three weeks in Spain by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Lisa Lefanty. a 17-year-old Thornapple Kellogg senior, may have a little different view of education when school begins this fall. Thanks to the Rotary Inter­ national Midwest Interna­ tional Youth Exchange pro­ gram, she was able to spend an educational and fun three weeks in Spam. The following three weeks, the Lefanty family here was host to Lisa's Spanish “brother,” Marc Rovira, in their home. Students normally are plac­ ed with a family that has a stu­ dent of the same gender “Spain is the most popular country to go to," said Lisa “But girls are treated dif­ ferently there, so not many Spanish girls are involved in the exchange program.” “Since I really wanted to go to Spain, I didn't mind being part of a guy’s family.” So. for three weeks, Lisa lived in the small town of L'esquirol, Spain, about hours from Barcelona. Lisa found there to be many cultural and geography differences. “It was all mountains and the villages don’t have space to spare,” Lisa said She realized that her Spanish learned at school didn't prepare for the language there “Most of the students spoke Catalin, a combination of French and Spanish that was their own language." she said. Fortunately, many of them also spoke English. Lisa said that the food was not what she expected either. “It wasn’t spicy. It was kind of bland in fact. “In Marc's village, they go to market everyday to get the food for the day's meals.” Lisa said. “Marc thinks all of the food in the U.S. is ar­ tificial because we store it or freeze and don’t buy everything fresh.” Lisa laughed. “Another big difference was the kind of friendships the kids have,” Lisa said. “Marc’s friends were bet­ ween 9 and 25 and they didn’t pair up in boy-girl pairs. It seemed like the friendship was more important." she said. One week of the tnp. the Roviras took Lisa to the Mediterranean, which she enjoyed. Then it was Marc's turn to spend time in Middleville. He. too, was surprised at what he found. “The cars are so much big­ ger here.” Marc said. “In Spain they are all small. Even the American cars are totally different." Marc said that everything looked so new since many of the buildings in his country were centuries old. “Towns are so extensive, not close like ours.” he said. During Marc's stay, very little time was actually spent in the Middleville area, ex­ plained Lisa. They visited the Great America amusement park, Chicago. Detroit for a Tiger New Design Full Service Family Hair Styling Salon NEW! Casualwear NEW! & Sportswear 4 TANNERS: 2 Booths &. 2 Deluxe Beds We uie Ard recommend products by OPFN Tur-Uy WrdnrwUy a FhurwUy V <o », Saturday 9 lu J IS* SENIOR Cmzi-N DISCOUNT on Wedne-Uy Caledonia Village Center (M-37) • 891-9257 - - As Always, Wulk-ins Are Welcome — • WANTED • SECRETARY TO DIRECTOR OF CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma. 3-5 years office experience, computer skills, Mac and IBM preferred, typing 60 wpm, proficiency with basic office equipment, basic accounting, excellent written, oral and organizational skills. Must be able to establish and maintain good public relations Able to work under stress in a positive manner. A self starter. Please apply in writing to... Dr. Cheryl Allen, 3885 Bender Road. Middleville. Ml 49333 by September 2, 1994 baseball game, Michigan Ci­ ty. and camped in Grand Haven and even went tubing. This was Marc's first visit to the United States. He has decided he definitely enjoys traveling and would like to do more. Both teens felt they had a worthwhile and fun time for the six weeks they spent together. “It’s something I’ll never forget.” said Lisa Dutton millwright helps prevent ‘hoop hang’ damage by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Hanging on the hoop after slam-dunking the ball is a show of power in today's basketball, but the showy move now draws a technical foul because of damage to the rim and backboard. Young players still try it, however, and someone uho isn't quite the size of Shaquille or Dominique might practice for those glory days by dunk­ ing and hanging on hoops lower than the regulation 10 feet. Concerned about this kind of vandalism to the six-andone-half-foot basket put up for the younger set at the Kettle Lake playground, the school’s PTO looked for someone who could help. Enter Kettle Lake alum and 1991 Caledonia High School graduate John Macomber, who now works with his father and brother at Macomber Welding and Millwright Service in Dutton. Macomber devised a removable bracket for the basketball rim so it can be taken down easily by custo­ dians after school without removing the whole backboard. He also added a safety chain, so the rim cannot ac­ Timberidge Builders A’ew Homes — Remodeling Specializing in: New Homes, Remodeling, Finished Trim, Basements and Decks Top Quality Workmanship — Free Estimates — 891-1125 Lisa Lefanty and Marc Rovira take time out to look at some of the pictures taken in Spain when Lisa stayed with his family as port of the Rotary International Exchange Program. Caledonia Cub Scout Andrew Simmons watches as CHS grad John Macomber ex plains the device he created to allow easy removal of a Kettle Lake basketball hoop. The hoop will be set at a lower height for young children, but now can be taken down to prevent its being vandalized after school hours. cidentally be knocked out of the bracket while children are shooting baskets. Kettle Lake PTO member Beth Simmons said that the idea of some sort of device for removing the lower basket originated with Kettle Lake custodian Ricco Mead. “We thought that sounded like a good solution to the vandalism problem, so we started looking around the community for someone who could help,” she said. “That’s when we found John. He offered to try to figure out something, and tinkered with it this past summer “We think he’s hit on a good way to handle the pro­ blem so we don't have to take down the basketball rim for the smaller kids. " Macomber donated his time, and the PTO covered the cost of his materials. Sim­ mons said For his input, her son An­ drew even will get some credit toward his Cub Scout badge in community service. "We re very appreciative that John would take the time to help out the kids.” Sim­ mons said The shorter basket original­ ly was installed at the playground in March of 1993. uith some of the cost covered by the Campbell Soup Label program “We were really concerned that we would have to take it down because the kids kept hanging on it after school and during the summer,” said Simmons. "John’s idea will save the basketball rim for the younger kids without too much bother for our custodians.” “It was fun to work it out,” said Macomber. Caledonia Dance Center, Inc. Professional Instruction in Tap, Ballet, Jazz and Lyrical Dance l/Ve welcome... MR. SAM PEDI Formerly of the Joffrey Ballet, New York ...to our staff. PRE-SCHOOL THRU ADULT For more information, call... 891-1606 To all new students — bring in this ad and RECEIVE *5.00 OFF first months lesson. Caledonia Dance Center, Inc. 131 Vz East Main St., Caledonia �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml I August 30, 1994 I Page 9 Thornapple Twp. plans monument to service people JAd Graphics News Service A veteran’s memorial will be iq place at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Middleville this fall, perhaps in time for Veteran’s Day. Trustee of Thornapple Township, Rex Schad, said the memorial was the outgrowth of fixing up the present monument at Mt. Hope Cemetery to World War I vets. A soldier’s helmet from a veteran in the first "world" war was replaced earlier this year, thanks to the Lawrence J. Bauer American Legion Post #45 in Hastings, Schad said. That’s when township officials started thinking about a "thank you to all of the service people who served-in peace time and war time," be said. Schad visited memorials in Vermontville, Lake Odessa, Milliken, Grand Rapids, and Sunfield, getting ideas for the Mt. Hope memorial. The board decided the design Schad found in Sunfield was the one they wanted The monument will be in the "new" part of the cemetery, set inside a circle of crushed stone. A walkway will lead to the monument itself, which will be of select black Impala granite from South Africa. Rhododendrons, dark green yew and "old gold" junipers will be planted in three places in the circle for color. Immediately behind the Middleville woman joins home decorating convention Vickie Reed of Middleville recently attended a national convention in Chicago, hosted by Rickshaw Collections, a direct selling company based in Wood Dale. 111. Rickshaw Collections has been helping people simplify their lives and beautify their homes with home decorating products for 23 years. The company boasts exclusive designs and hand-crafted mer­ chandise to fill every household need, becoming a one-stop home decorating center that provides per­ sonalized service. Rick displays the Rickshaw Collections product line at home shows in Middleville, Caledonia and surrounding areas. For more information, call 795-9461. memorial an American flag will fly. "We may do this is two phases.” Schad said, "adding two more walkways and a central drive for vehicles around the perimeter of the monument later.” The area around the marker will measure 70 feet, Schad said. The inscription on the monument will read: "Dedicated to the honor and sacrifice of our men and women who served our country in war and peace." The cost of the project, which will be done by Lowell Granite Company, Inc., will be approximately $11,000. Part of the funding will come from funds the township received in a bequest from the estate of Erma J. Bovee Bussiere. On the back will be an inscription saying the monument was funded by Thornapple Township citizens and the Erma J. Bovee Bussiere Endowment, and was erected in 1994. This memorial in Sunfield is the model for one that the Thornapple Township plans to have in time for Veteran's Day. The township board will soon vote to formally approve the project, and work will begin, Schad said. Craft Classes Starting After Labor Day _ Open Mon.-Fri. 9-7; Sat. 9-5 RAINBOWS END Yarn, Craft & Variety Vickie Rick (right) and Modolyn Johnson president of Rickshaw Collections, at the awards banquet in which Rick was honored. Why Call spencer's Towing? ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ "We hope to have it done this fall in time for the observance of Veteran’s Day." 24 Hour Service Radio Dispatch Fully Insured Flatbed Service Emergency Tire Repair Jumpstarts Lock Outs 8 Trucks Available CORRECTION The cost of the new Mid­ dleville waste-water treatment system was listed incorrectly in the Aug. 23 issue of the Sun & News. It should have been reported as $2.1 million for the overall cost. 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Choryan, O.D. 795-7900 for details TRUE VALUE HOMES In Cider Mill Village A Community of Carefree Manufactured Homes Private Property Land Home Financing Available DOCTOR of OPTOMETRY 133 L Man Si . Caeoorua, Ml 812 RIVER BEND LANE - MIDDLEVILLE 891-9224 CIDER MILL VILLAGE is open weekdays except Wednesday • 795-6006 �Page 10 I The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml / August 30. 1994 New space at Ed’s Body Shop increases production bv Barbara Gall Staff Writer Building an addition to his business has meant at least a 35 percent increase in produc­ tion at Ed’s Body Shop in Caledonia. “I'd just like the people to know that in the two and onehalf years since we opened, because of the reception from the community, we’ve been able to totally renovate our building,” said owner Ed Pawloski. “We’ve completely remodeled our office, added 1.700 square feet of working space and re-sided and refur­ bished the exterior of the building. "We’ve also added a stateof-the-art paint mixing system, which guarantees our customers a perfect color match, and we've added Calendar of Events Aug. 30 — School begins. Welcome back everyone! Kent Skills begins for High School. Sept. 1 — H.S. class meetings today. Sept. 2-5 — Labor Day break. Sept. 15 — Tentative date for elementary open house and fun­ draiser kick-off. Sept. 20 — P E T. meeting at 7:00 p m.. Mr. Carson will speak. Come and get to know our new superintendent. Sept. 26 — P.E.P. meeting. 7:00 p.m. at the M.S. library. There is a monthly newsletter at the M.S. that comes out near the first of the month. Watch for it! Also extra help is available for tutoring, contact the Counselor’s Office. The tutoring is provided by the National Honor Society. Quote of the month: Many are the varnish. Few are the wood. CUSTOM ORDERED 4 BEDROOM HOME STARTING AT s24,900 plus tax Price includes 2x6 walls, 2 full baths, cathedral ceilings, refrigerator, stove, drapes, delivery & set up! SOUTHWEST MOBILE & MODULAR 6150 S. Division, Grand Rapids (616) 534-4967 Family Owned and Operated for 57 Years equipment to the framestraightenmg system in our shop. ‘This all is possible because of the business the people have given us. and we're just hoping we can con­ tinue to serve Caledonia even better. " Pawloski said that the new space and equipment ups his production because his crew now can work on six or seven vehicles at a time instead of just two. Pawloski added an extra stall to the building, and then tore out an interior wall. Those renovations provided the new work space The shop now averages about 10 to 15 major and minor collision or paint jobs a week, he said. “We’re very glad we've been able to keep our business right here in town, and not move out to the highway someplace. “We’re proud of the new image we’ve been able to create for this building and this comer of the village. "The neighbors around us have been wonderful, and have told us how much they like the improvements." Pawloski said he attributes his business's success to his goal of providing customers "small-town service with big­ town know-how." "We try to treat our customers like they were members of our family,’’ he added. “I like to remind our employees that if you go to a good restaurant w here the ser­ vice is good, the atmosphere is nice and the price is right, you’re going to see a place 1954 PA 188 PRECEEDINGS YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN Notice of Public Hearing on the Special Assessment Roll for Special Assessment District No. 15 To the residents and property owners of Yankee Springs Township, Barry Coun­ ty, Michigan, the owners of land within the Special Assessment District No. 15 and any other interested persons: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE the Supervisor and Assessing Officer of the Township has reported to the Township Board and filed in the office of the Township Clerk for public examination a special assessment roll prepared by him covering all properties within the Special Assessment District No. 15 benefited by the pro­ posed grading and paving of Terry Avenue. Said assessment roll has been prepared for the purpose of assessing a portion of the costs of the grading and paving of Terry Avenue from Cobb Lake and extending past house numbers 12503 to 12539 and work incidental thereto within the aforesaid Terry Avenue Special Assessment District as more particularly shown on the plans of the Township engineers on file with the Township Clerk at 284 N. Briggs Road, Mid­ dleville, Michigan within the Township, which assessment is in the total estimated amount of $17,000.00. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE the assessing officer has further reported the assessment against each parcel of land within said district is such relative portion of the whole sum levied against all parcels of land in said district as the benefit to such parcels bears to the total benefit to all parcels of land in said district. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE the Township Board will meet at the Yankee Springs Township Hall, 284 N. Briggs Road, Middleville, Michigan on September 8, 1994, at 7:30 p.m. for the purpose of reviewing said special assessment roll and hearing any objection thereto. Said roll may be examined at the office cf the Township Clerk during regular business hours of regular business days until the time of said hearing and may further be examined at said hearing. Ap­ pearance and protest at the hearing held to confirm the special assessment roll is required in order to appeal the amount of the special assessment to the state tax tribunal. I An owner, or party in interest, or his or her agent may appear in person at the hearing to protest the special assessment, or shall be permitted to file his or her appearnace or protest by letter and his or her personal appearance shall not be required. The owner or any person having an interest in the real proper­ ty who protests in person or in writing at the hearing may file a written appeal of the special assessment with the state tax tribunal within 30 days after the confirmation of the special assessment roll. H. E. Vander Bee Township Clerk 284 N. Briggs Road Middleville, Ml 49333 795-9091 (106) I--—--—————— Ed's Body Shop in Caledonia now operates in an expanded and completely renovated building at the corner of Johnson Street and Kinsey Avenue. that’s always busy. "That same formula applies to our business just as much as any restaurant.” Ed now employs seven peo­ ple full time and one part time, and plans to hire another employee. "We've been able to con­ tribute to the 4-H. the schools, sporting events and the Fourth of July celebration, all because of the community’s business. “We’re glad to give something back, and we want to express our sincere thankyou to all our wonderful customers." Ed’s Body Shop, which opened Feb. I. 1992. is located at the intersection of Kinsey Avenue and Johnson Street in Caledonia Village. Hours remain at 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays and by ap­ pointment on Saturdays. The phone number is 891-0150. "We hope always to be an asset to this community," Pawloski said. Employees of Ed’s Body Shop in Caledonia pose with one of their latest 'clients,' which will soon be repaired, painted and back on the road. From the left are Bob Pawloski, Ed Pawloski; Dan Walton; Ed Pawloski, Jr.; Paula Pawloski; Dale Burgess and Jeff Price. Not pictured is Greg Keiser. Good Sportsmanship is the responsibility ofE V E R Y 0 N E! YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP PUBLIC NOTICE FILING OF PROPOSED BASIC CABLE TELEVISION RATES PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that on August 18, 1994, C-Tec Cable Systems of Michigan filed with the Township Clerk its proposed schedule of rates for the basic cable television service tier and associated equipment. Except those parts of the filing which may be withheld as proprietary, the filing is available for public inspection and copying in the office of the Township Clerk, 284 N. Briggs Road, Middleville, MI 49333. Interested parties are encouraged to submit written comments on the filing to the Township Clerk not later than seven (7) days after the date of this public notice is published. (lU) Harvey E. Vander Bee �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / August 30, 1994 I Page 11 CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN Minutes of a regular meeting of the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia, held at the Township and Village Hall. 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia. Michigan, on the 17th day of August, 1994, at 7:00 p.m. Present: Garbow, Gould, J. DeVries. Snyder. Absent: R. DeVries, Jousma. Dieleman The following ordinance was offered by J. DeVries and supported by Garbow. ORDINANCE NO. 94-11Z AN ORDINANCE to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia Dr. Helen Branigan, right, of the International Center for Leadership in Educa­ tion organized by Dr. Daggett, has been working with the Caledonia High School staff in its school reform effort. Here, she poses with Dr. Richard Jones, also of the International Center, and CHS student Chad Paalmon after a program at CHS last year. Dr. Willard Daggett to speak Sept. 9 by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Noted educational futurist Dr. Willard Daggett will speak to Caledonia High School students and also meet with educators and the com­ munity on Friday. September 9 Parents and interested residents are invited to attend his presentation to freshmen and sophomore students at 9 a m. and to juniors and seniors at 11 a m. At 4 p.m., the high school Dr. Willard Daggett will invites the community to meet Dr. Daggett at a reception, return to Caledonia Sept. 9 tentatively planned to be held to speak to students, staff and the community. in the high school cafeteria. Daggett’s visit is part of CHS’ involvement with his suitant who personally has ' International Center of been working since last year Leadership in Education. The and through the summer with high school is one of 10 the Caledonia faculty, staff Michigan schools chosen to and community in "reviewing participate in a state pilot pro­ and revisiting" the school’s ject in which the International Center advises schools involv­ efforts. Under her guidance, the ed in a restructuring process. staff developed an "action Dr. Helen Branigan is the plan” to find out how school International Center staff con- 1 programs compared with what the community actually wants and expects from them. The plan so far has involved a town meeting, where residents could list their ex­ pectations. followed by meetings of teachers and some community members to discuss the expectations and where the high school is not meeting those expectations. The September 9 visit will be Daggett’s second to Caledonia. He spent a day at the school in December. 1990, talking to CHS students, parents and staff as part of the initial efforts of the high school to begin a restruc­ turing process. Noted for his books and his work in educational reform, Daggett has served on numerous national educational commissions and speaks to the need for schools in the United States to move away from outdated curricula if American students are to be prepared to compete in to­ day’s global job market. CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on September 19, 1994, at 7:30 p.m. the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, concerning a proposed amendment in the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia. The proposed amendment would, if adopted, amend Section 17.13(d) of the Township Zoning Ordinance so as to provide that in connection with a requested renewal of a planned mineral removal (PMR) permit, such renewal shall include a certificate of com­ pliance signed by the Township Supervisor, and such certificate shall specify, if such is the case, the compliance of the PMR operation with all of the applicable provisions of the PMR Chapter, as of the date of the signing of the certificate of compliance. Such application, including the certificate of compliance, is to be submitted not later than 120 days prior to the expiration of the existing PMR permit. A copy of the proposed Zoning Ordinance amendment is on file and may be examined at the Caledonia Township offices, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, during normal business hours. All interested persons may attend the public hearing and be heard with regard to the proposed amendment in the Township Zoning Ordinance. Dated. August 24, 1994 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA <110) THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS: (Amendment No. 1 of Gourmet Foods International Planned United Development) Section 1. The Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia is hereby amend ed by the amendment of Section 4.2 thereof, the Zoning Map. and by the amendment of Ordinance No. 92-8Z, the Gourmet Foods International Planned Unit Development, so as to rezone the following described lands from the 1-1 Light Industrial District to the Planned Unit Development District, in accordance with the Final Development Plan, as amended, of the Gourmet Foods International Planned Unit Development, subject to all of the terms and conditions of this Ordinance: Lots 16,17 and 18 of Melody Acres, a recorded plat. Section 6, Town 5 North, Range 10 West. Caledonia Township, Kent County, Michigan In the case of conflicts of discrepancies between any part of the Final Development Plan, as amended, and the terms of this Ordinance, this Ordinance shall control Section 2. The rezoning of the above-described lands to the Planned Unit Development District, in accordance with the Final Development Plan, as amended, of the Gourmet Foods International Planned Unit Development ("the Development”) is expressly subject to all of the following terms and conditions: (1) Development Plan. The Gourmet Foods International Planned Unit Development ("the Development”) shall comply in all respects with the Final Development Plan of the Development. The Development Plan includes the final site plan of the Development dated September 10,1992, and other matters noted in Section 2 (1) of the original PUD ordinance for the development, as modified by the revised development plan dated July 18, 1994, showing an addition ("new addition”) and located westerly of the “existing building" as shown on the plan, and including revised parking area (2) Nature of Development. The new addition building, the revised parking area for the new addition and other matters shown on the revised plan and pertaining to the new addition are designated herein as Phase la of the Development The new addition In Phase la may be used for office and general commercial purposes and for warehousing uses only (3) Lot Areas; Buildings; Site Access. (a) The boundaries of the Development and all parcels therein shall be as shown in the Development Plan ("the Plan”). Access to the Development shall be from Broad moor Avenue as shown in the Plan. The new addition In Phase la shall be located as shown in the revised plan and shall be a building 50 feet by 100 feet, thus comprising 5,000 square feet in area. (b) There shall be parking area sufficient for 9 motor vehicles in Phase la and the parking area to be located as shown on the revised plan. (4) Streets and Drives. The parking area for Phase I of the Development, the existing building, may be revised to be as shown in the revised plan, but In any event Phase I shall have at least 15 parking spaces. Other than as stated in this subparagraph, Section 2 (4) Streets and Drives shall be as stated in the original PUD ordinance for this Development. (5) Sanitary Sewer Service and Water Supply. Shall be as stated in the original PUD ordinance for the Development. (6) Surface Water Drainage. Shall be as stated in the original PUD ordinance for the Development. (7) Utilities. Shall be as stated in the original PUD ordinance for the Development. (8) Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control. Shall be as stated in the original PUD ordinance for the Development. (9) Landscaping. Shall be as stated in the original PUD ordinance for the Development (10) Garbage and Refuse Disposal. Shall be as stated in the original PUD ordinance for the Development. (11) Emergency Access. Shall be as stated in the original PUD ordinance for the Development. (12) Signage. The number, area and location of the signs pertaining to Phase la uses shall be as approved by the Planning Commission. The number, placement, area and other features of signs in Phase la shall comply in all respects with the sign provisions of the C-1 District. (13) Other Matters. The maximum height of the building in Phase la shall be 35 feet above grade. (a) The provisions of subparagraph (13) (b) of Section 2 of the original PUD ordinance, pertaining to review of emergency access by the township fire chief, shall apply as to the new addition in Phase la Section 3. The Township Board hereby determines that the Plan, as amended, com­ plies with the provisions of the Township Zoning Ordinance and promotes its intent and purposes. The Township Board further finds that the Development, upon construction and use in full compliance with all of the terms and conditions of the original PUD or­ dinance for the Gourmet Foods PUD and also the terms and provisions of this ordinance and the Township Zoning Ordinance, will be compatible with adjacent uses of lands, the natural environment and the capacities of public services and facilities affected by the Development, as amended. The Township board further determines that the Development, as amended, will be consistent with the public health, safety and general welfare The conditions set forth therein with regard to the Development are determined to be those conditions which are necessary to insure that public services and facilities affected by the Development will be capable of accommodating increased public service demands caused by the Development, to protect the natural environment and to conserve natural resources and energy, to insure compatibility with adjacent land uses and to promote the use of land in a socially and economically desirable manner. Section 4. The Township may enforce the provisions of the original PUD ordinance for the Gourmet Foods PUD and this ordinance, as well as other applicable provisions of the Township Zoning Ordinance (including Section 23.5 thereof), Building Code and other ordinances, laws and regulations pertaining to Phase la of the Development to the ex­ tent and in any manner provided by law. Section 5. The time limitations on the construction of the Development, as amended, shall be as stated in Section 15.8 of the Township Zoning Ordinance Section 6. This Ordinance shall become effective upon its publication or upon publica­ tion of a summary of its provisions in a local newspaper of general circulation. Ayes: 4 Nays: 0 ORDINANCE DECLARED ADOPTED 1st Reading: July 20, 1994 2nd Reading: August 17, 1994 Effective Date: August 17, 1994 Patricia Snyder, Clerk Charter Township of Caledonia I hereby certify the foregoing to be a true copy of an ordinance adopted at a regular meeting of the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia held on August 17, 1994 Public notice of said meeting was given as provided by law Patricia Snyder, Clerk Charter Township of Caledonia (108) �Page 12 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / August X, 1994 Girls’ varsity basketball parents lend a soapy hand The members of the Thornapple Kellogg girls varsity basketball team and their parents earned money the old fashioned way-they held a car wash. The approximately $100 raised in the four hour sudsing and rinsing and drying of cars will go to fund general activities for the girls, and pay for "extras" at CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA KENT COUNTY, MICHIGAN Minutes of the regular meeting of the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia, held at the Village and Township Hall, 250 S. Maple Street. Caledonia, Michigan, on the day of , 1994, at 7:30 p.m. /'For Classified ActionAds CALL > 795-3345 PRESENT Members ABSENT: Members The following ordinance was offered by, and supported by. ORDINANCE NO. 94 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA LAND SUBDIVISION CONTROL ORDINANCE SO AS TO PROVIDE FOR COMPLIANCE WITH TOWNSHIP POLICIES ON PRIVATELY OWNED PUBLIC WATER SUPPLY SYSTEMS THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS: Section 1. Ordinance No. 94-2, the Charter Township of Caledonia Land Subdivision Control Ordinance, is hereby amended by the amendment of Section 4.11(4) so as to read In Its entirety as follows. Section 4.11 Public Water and Sewer. (1), (2), (3) (No Change) (4) If public water and/or sewer is not required private water and septic systems shall be installed which meet the requirements of the Kent County Health Department Michigan Department of Public Health, Michigan Department of Natural Resources, the established policies of the Township regarding privately owned public water supply systems and the requirements of all other governmental agen­ cies having jurisdiction. Section 2. Ordinance No. 94-2, the Charter Township of Caledonia Land Subdivision Control Ordinance, is hereby amended by the addition of Section 4.13 thereof as follows: Section 4.13 Privately Owned Public Water Supply Systems. (1) The use and development of lands, buildings and structures on platted lands within the Township shall comply in all respects with applicable provisions of the policies of the Township concerning privately owned public water supply systems, as such policies are adopted from time to time in resolutions, ordinances or other official actions of the Township Board. Such use and development of lands, buildings and structures on platted lands within the Township shall in­ clude where applicable compliance with the Michigan Safe Drinking Water Act, Suggested Practice for Waterworks, Design, Construction and Operation, as adopted by the Michigan Department of Public Health, applicable standards of the American Waterworks Association, the Fire Insurance Rating Guidelines of the Insurance Services Office and other regulations, standards and guidelines as set forth in the Township Water Supply System Policy or policies. (2) In addition, the use and development of lands, buildings and structures on plat­ ted lands within the Township shall comply with the Charter Township of Caledonia standards for public water supply systems, as adopted by Township Board resolutions or other official Township action from time to time. Accordingly, such use and development of lands, buildings and structures shall be earned out in compliance with Township requirements concerning adequacy of water supply for fire protection purposes, required levels of flow of water for fire extinquishing purposes and design of water supply systems so as to adequately accommodate the expansion of the same, for the ultimate development of service areas covered by such water supply systems. The policy or policies of the Township concerning public water supply systems, whether privately owned or otherwise, and as adopted by the Township Board from time to time, shall be deemed to be included in this ordinance, wherever applicable Section 3. This ordinance shall become effective upon its publication or upon the publication of a summary of its provisions in a local newspaper of general circulation. Ayes Nays ORDINANCE DECLARED ADOPTED First Reading: August 17, 1994 Second Reading: Effective date Patncia Snyder. Clerk Charter Township of Caledonia I hereby certify the foregoing to be a true copy of an ordinance adopted at a regular meeting of the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia held on 1994 Public notice of said meeting was given as provided by law Patncia Snyder. Clerk Charter Township of Caledonia (107) tournaments. The money will also be used to generally support the girls with things such a decorating lockers to boost their spirits. Busily soaping up one of the cars in last week's carwash are (back to front) Sarah Kaechele, Ashleigh Lund and Vikki Jansen. Dykstra’s Preferred Poured Walls, Inc. • Poured basement walls • Flatwork • Farm work ROB DYKSTRA, Owner 10698 Finkbeiner Rd.. Middleville 7QC ■ Z/D" / Of NOTICE of PUBLIC HEARING The Village of Middleville Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a SPECIAL USE PERMIT request by Jeff Dionne of Retro Promotions. Proposed Use Mr. Dionne has leased the former Eskar Ski Hill from the Village of Middleville in order to hold a total of six (6) Mountain bicycle races in September and October of 1994. These are NON MOTORIZED BICYCLES. The Eskar Ski Hill is located on Irving Road, in the southeast corner of the village, approximately 34 mile south of Main Street. The races will occur on Saturdays and Sundays on six successive weekends in September and October. The Use is expected to generate a significant amount of traffic and several hundred cars will park on the property, including the Irving Road frontage. The applicant has also asked that the participants in the races be allowed to camp on the site on Saturday nights. A trail will be created around the circumference of the park for the race course. Property boundaries will be marked to avoid trespassing. Where the hearing will be held: At the Middleville Village Hall, 100 E. Main Street, Middleville, Ml 49333. When: On Wednesday, August 31, at 7:00 p.m. (8-31-94) Materials pertaining to this proposal can be viewed at the Middleville Village Hall at 100 E. Main Street, Middleville 49333. Written comments can be sent to the above address, or can be telephoned in to the Village at 616-785-3385, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (112) �The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml I August 30, 1994 / Page 13 Official Middleville Village Council Minutes August 9, 1994 President Myers colled the meeting to order ot 7:00 p.m. Present Bray, French, Oliver. Schellinger, Stogroy, ond VandenBerg * Absent: None. Guests: Margaret Fowler from the Sun and News Mellissa Fowler, Jeff Dionne, ond several Village residents. Minutes of the July 26, 1994 meeting were approved os read with the correction of principle instead of general. Agenda approved as printed French, chairperson of the Or­ dinance Committee reported to Council on the dog ordinance committee feels all dog com­ plaints should be referred to the County at this time. Oliver updated Council on the Mountain Bike Pork ond Mr. Dionne presented to Council the site plan for the proposed lease ond development of the "Eskor Ski Hill" for the new use os the Middleville Mountain Bike Pork. Oliver updated Council on the Heritage Day events. VandenBerg moved that Council purchase two Ballistic vests, one for Police Chief Shoemaker and one for Officer Nieuwenhuis from Bill Stanback Company for a approximate cost of $450 00 koch Support by Bray Ayes all. Carried Schellinger moved that Coun­ cil approve the July invoices. Support by VandenBerg Ayes all Carried Schellinger moved that Coun­ cil pay the Wastewater Treat­ ment Plant expenditures to Erhordt Construction $82 900 00 ond Prein & Newhof. P.C. $9,247.62. Support by Bray. Ayes all. Carried. Jason Cherry, village planner approached Council with the Planning Commission's recom­ mendation on the Bradford White zoning request. French moved that Council approve the request by Bradford White to rezone a 0.39 ocre of land just north of the credit union, from R-l, Single Family Residential District to 1-2 Heavy Industrial District to allow the company to construct a 38 space parking lot. Support by Oliver. Ayes all. Carried. Schellinger moved that Coun­ cil approve to increase the Village General Petty Cosh Fund from $100.00 to $250.00. Support by Oliver. Ayes all. Carried Schellinger updated Council on revised office procedures. French moved that Council authorize Village Planner Jason Cherry to attend seminar Writing for State ond Federal Grants,” held September 14. 1994 in Lansing for a approx­ imate cost of $90 00 Support by Stogroy Ayes all. Carried. Council and Police Chief Shoemaker reviewed the July Police Activity report Council and Manager Manshum reviewed the Manager s Report Bray moved that Council ap­ prove the change order in the amount of $17.960 00 for the purchase of a Omiflo 486 PCSCADA Computer Base System for the Village Wastewater Treatment Plant Support by VandenBerg. Ayes all. Carried. Manager Monshum approach­ ed Council requesting sending three DPW Employees for train­ ing. Bray moved that Council authorize Russ Blough and Clare Miller to attend the seminar "Basic Instrumentation and Con­ trol Concepts" at a cost of $100.00 each, ond Clare Miller to attend the seminar Basic Elec­ tricity Short Course" for a cost of CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN Minutes of a regular meeting of the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia, held at the Township and Village Hall, 230 Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan on the 17th day of August, 1994, at 7:00 P.M Present: Garbow, Gould, J DeVries, Snyder. Absent: Dieleman, R DeVries, Jousma. The following ordinance was offered by J. DeVries and supported by Snyder. ORDINANCE NO. 94-10Z An ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia. THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS (Caledonia Rent All Planned Unit Development) Section 1 The Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia is hereby amended by the amendment of Section 4.2 thereof, the Zoning Map so as to rezone the following described lands from the C-2 General Business District to the Planned Unit Development District, in accordance with the Final Development Plan of the Caledonia Rent All Planned Unit Development, subject’to all of the terms and conditions of this Ordinance: The South 132 feet of the North 1,320 feet of the West 660 feet of the Southwest 1/4, Section 28, Town 5 north, Range 10 West, Caledonia Township, Kent County Michigan. In the case of conflicts or discrepencies between any part of the Final Development Plan and the terms of this ordinance, this ordinance shall control. Section 2. The rezoning of the above-described lands to the Planned Unit Development District, in accordance with the Final Development Plan of Caledonia Rent All Planned Unit Development (the "Development”) is expressly subject to all of the following terms and conditions: 1 Development Plan. The Caledonia Rent All Planned Unit Development (The "Development”) shall comply in all respects with the Final Development Plan of the Development. The Development Plan includes the preliminary site plan dated May 9,1994; the application for rezoning dated May 26, 1994; the Final Development Plan dated May 9,1994, and received in the Township office on June 17,1994; and said May 9,1994 Final Development Plan as revised on June 29, 1994; the elevation plan submitted by the applicant; and the other material submitted by the applicant in connection with the application for rezoning and the review thereof by the Planning Commission. 2. Land Use. The Development shall consist of a commercial building, to be used for the business oif renting goods, supplies and equipment or for other C-2 district uses. (3) Lot Areas Buildings Site Access. (a) The boundaries of the Development shall be as shown in the Development Plan (the "Plan"). The commercial building to be located in the Development shall be shown in the Plan. The driveway and the parking area shall also be as shown in the Plan. (b) There may be future use of the lands located to the rear of the uses shown on the Plan, but any such future uses shall be limited to those permitted in the C-2 general business district. Any such future use of such other lands shall be subject to the ap­ proval of the Planning Commission when a Development Plan for any such future use is submitted by the applicant. (4) Streets and Drives. (a) The driveway for ingress and egress from the Development and the driveways, parking area and other paved areas within the Development shall be hard surfaced and constructed in compliance with all applicable Caledonia Township and Kent County Road Commission standards (b) The commercial building shall have the 20 parking spaces shown on the Plan. The parking requirements for any future uses on the lands shall be subject to approval by the Planning Commission when a development plan for such future use s submitted by the applicant. (c) The north driveway as shown on the Plan shall be upgraded so as to satisfy Michigan Department of Transportation requirements for the dnveway. If and when redevelopment occurs on the present Jim's Place restaurant property, the south driveway shall be uprgraded so as to satisfy Michigan Department of Transportation requirements, and in that event the south driveway shall be reviewed by means of the site plan review process (d) At such time as a development plan is submitted for the rear portion of the lands a service road or other connecting dnve shall be required, so as to facilitate the safe and effective movement of motor vehicle traffic accross the lands and across the lands to the north and to the south For such purpose, the applicant will enter into the necessary legal arrangements, including recorded reciprocal easements, sc as to establish the rights of the owners of adjacent lands to use the service dnve on the PUD lands and the end likewise, to establish the nghts of the applicant to use the connecting service road on the adjacent end nearby lands (5) Sanitary Sewer Service and Water Supply (a) The Development shall be served by private water well and by public sanitary sewer for the collection and treatment of sanitary sewage, all subject to the approval of the Kent County Health Department (b) If public sanitary sewer services and public water supply or either of them become available (within the meaning of the applicable sewer connection ordinance) to the Development, the buildings in the Development shall be connected to such public services, in accordance with applicable sewer and water ordinances and other regulations (c) It the Kent County Health Department, the State Department of Natural Resources or other governmental agency having jurisdiction shall determine that it is $250.00. Support by Stogroy. Ayes oil. Carried. Katherine Encinas approached Council in regards to gravel trucks using residential streets. This matter turned over to Public Works Committee for review Grover Lethcoe approached Council in regards to the Police Chief ond garage sole signs. This matter turned over to Ordinance Committee for recommendation Deanna Kooimon approached Council in regards to the In­ dustrial Park. This matter turned over to Property Committee for review Katherine Encinas approached council on parked vehicles. With no further business. Stagray moved for adjournment. Support by Bray. Ayes all. Car­ ried. Meeting adjourned ot 8:10 p.m. Cheryl Hooper Village Clerk (113) necessary in the interest of the public health, safety and welfare to install public water supply and/or public sanitary sewer services within the Development, in order to protect against contamination of groundwater and/or domestic water supply or for other reasons, the owners of the Development and the lands therein shall comply with any such govern­ mental action or orders, and there upon install such public serivces without expense to the Township. (6) Surface Water Drainage. (a) The drainage of surface water shall be accomplished by means of connections to the existing storm water system, subject to approval of the Kent County Drain Commissioner. (b) The drainage of surface waters shall be accomplished so as to have no signifi­ cant adverse affect upon adjacent or nearby lands or surface waters, by reason of erosion, pollution or otherwise. (7) Utilities. Natural gas service, electrical service and telephone service to the Development shall be accomplished by means of underground connection to existing utility facilities. (8) Outdoor Lighting. Parking area lighting and exterior building lighting. If any. shall be as approved by the Planning Commission. All lighing fixtures shall be oriented so as to prevent glare and reflection light on to adjacent properties. (9) Garbage and Refuse Disposal. Garbage and refuse disposal will be accomplish ed by private contract in compliance with any Township requirements Dumpsters or other equipment for temporary accumulation of refuse shall be located to the rear ot buildings and shall be adequately screened from adjacent and nearby lands. (10) Signage. The number, area and location sign shall be as approved by the Plann ing Commission. The number, placement, area and other features of signs shall comply with the signs provisions of the C-2 District. The billboard currently located on the pro­ perty shall be promptly removed when the current billboard lease expires Such lease shall not be renewed or otherwise extended beyond its current expiration date (11) Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control. In the construction and use of the Development, the applicant shall comply in all respects with any required soil erosion and sedimentation control permit. A copy thereof shall be submitted to the Township (12) Other matters. (a) Maximum building height shall be 35 feet above grade. (b) The design, layout and construction of the Development shall be reviewed as to matters of public safety and emergency access by the Township Fire Chief and in the discretion of the Fire Chief approved, or in the absence of such approval, such aspects of the Development shall be appropriately modified so as to be satisfactory to the Fire Chief for public safety and emergency access purposes. (c) Prior to the development of the lands to the east of the development as shown on the Plan, and prior to any expansion of the original building, the applicant shall sub­ mit a final development plan for such future use lands. The final site plan and other plans for such future uses may be approved by the Planning Commission in its descretion, without public hearing, if the Commission elects to proceed without public hearing. If the development plan for the future use portion of the lands is satisfactory to the Com mission and approved by it, no subsequent action by the township board shall be required Section 3. The Township Board hereby determines that the Plan complies with the pro­ visions of the Township Zoning Ordinance and promotes its intent and purposes The Township Board further finds the Development, upon construction and use in full com­ pliance with all of the terms and provisions of this Ordinance and the Township Zoning Ordinance, will be compatible with adjacent uses of lands, the natural environment and the capacities of public serivces and facilities affected by the Development. The Township Board further determines that the Development will be consistent with the public health, safety and general welfare. The conditions set forth herein with regard to the Develop­ ment are determined to be those conditions which are necessary to insure that public services and facilities affected by the Development will be capable of accomodating increased public service demands caused by the Development, to protect the natural environment and to conserve natural resources and energy, to insure compatibility with adjacement land uses and to promote the use of land in a socially and economically desirable manner. Section 4. The Township may enforce the provisions of this Ordinance and applicable provisions of the Township Zoning Ordinance (including Section 23.5 thereof), Building Code and other ordinances, laws and regulations to the extent and in any manner provided ey law. Section 5. The time limitation on the construction of the Development shall be as stated in Section 15.8 of the Township Zoning Ordinance. Section 6. This ordinance shall become effective upon its publication or upon publication of a summary of its provisions in a local newspaper of general circulation AYES. J. DeVries, Snyder, Garbow, Gould NAYS: 0 ORDINANCE DELCARED ADOPTED Patricia Snyder STATE OF MICHIGAN) Township Clerk ) ss COUNTY OF KENT ) I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and complete copy of an ordinance adopted by the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia at a regular meeting held on the date first stated above, and I further certify that public notice of such meeting was given as provided by law Patricia Snyder Township Clerk (109) �Page 14 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I August 30, 1994 TK B-ball team gets advice from NBA candidate by Jean Gallup Staff Writer The secret to success in a basketball game is hard work at practice and games, belief in your team and belief in yourself. That's the message carried by Kenny Drummond to the Thornapple Kellogg junior varsity girl's basketball team. Drummond knows what he's talking about. His agent, Jim Sherbakoff, has him set for a try-out with the Orlando Magic NBA basketball team starting on Oct. 13 and going over a two and a half week period. And. even if he doesn't hook up with that team on the first try, he's set to play in the Continental Baskethall Association for the Quad City Thunder out of Davenport Iowa. The tryout is a big deal for him, he said, but he's remaining calm and professional. "I'll just take it one step at a time." Drummond loves basketball. Il relaxes him and he plays anywhere, anytime. When he was in Middleville visiting his friends the Veens, he worked out with the TK boys Varsity basketball team. Mark Verlinde, coach of the girls JV team, noticed him and asked him if be would work with the junior varsity girls to increase their skills. "I’ve enjoyed every minute of it," he said of the practices with the JV team. "The girls worked harder than I thought they would," he said. "They worked very, very hard. If they stick together, they should be pretty good." He pointed out that what the girls do in practice, they'll do during the games, and the more they work, the better they’ll be. And. he noted that the success they have at the JV level will multiply and carry over into the varsity level. "Work out in the off season too," he counseled, "it’ll get better; not easier, but better," he said. "We push, push, push them, and sometimes they get mad, but they're supposed to," he said with a laugh. But all the pushing "gets them to step up to the challenge and that says they'll be ready when they play," he said. Drummond will be on the bench with the girls during the first five of their games before he has to leave town, and said he'll probably be HELP WANTED FACTORY JOBS • WAREHOUSE WORK PACKAGING LINE MACHINE OPERATORS GENERAL LABOR • DISTRIBUTION Many companies call us from a variety of industries! All shifts! All skill levels! More than 50 jobs available! Apply 8 am - 4 pm weekdays • Bring 2 pieces of I.D. 2 GRAND RAPIDS LOCATIONS... 507 - 36th St., S.E 866 - 3 Mile Rd.. N.W. PEOPLEMARK Americas Contemporary Work Force\ The Thornapple Kellogg girls junior varsity basketball team listens to Kenny Drummond as he gives advice on basketball tactics. Mark Verlinde, the JV coach, listens. more nervous about the games than they are. But he believes they will do fine. "Believe in your team, and believe in yourself," he said. "Stick together, and remember the team comes before you." "There is no "I" in the word team. It's spelled t-e-am. If you want to be an individual, play tennis," advised with a smile. Some pre season stories to be seen next week Due to cirrcumstances beyond the control of the Thomapple-Kellogg Athletic Department, the pre-season stories on the cross country, golf, soccer and tennis teams will appear in next week’s issue of the Sun and News. Kenny Drummond puts junior varsity basketball team members (left to right) Jenna Shook, Amanda Veen and Pam Jamison through their paces during practice. Equal Opportunity Employer (646) 245-6464 Kids, parents and food preferences Babies, who eat what adults feed them, cheerfully con­ sume fruits, vegetables, cereals and milk, but by the time they’re six or so, most kids have learned to crave hot dogs, potato chips, soft drinks and other foods that are high in fat and/or calories and low in nutrients. According to Dr. Leann Birch of the Child Develop­ ment Laboratory at the University of Illinois at Ur­ bana, “A six-year-old American child avidly con­ sumes hamburgers, but the same food would elicit disgust from her counterpart in India.” Why do American kids like high-fat foods? Birch and her colleagues have come up with some answers. The preference for sweets is innate in humans, but the preference for fat is probably shaped by social fac­ tors then genetics. 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Main Street • Caledonia Open b Dav* a VVeek �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I August 30, 1994 I Page 15 fc^poTfsPisAnew Fighting Scots football team ‘hard hitting’ "They hit anything that moves," said Caledonia var­ sity football coach Ralph Shefferly. "They're a hard­ hitting bunch with a lot of in­ tensity." Shefferly needs a hard-hit­ ting bunch erf players because the O.K. Gold Conference has produced a playoff team for the last five seasons, in­ cluding slate runners up in two of the past three seasons. Gone from this year’s team are Vito Iximbardo, Keith Bohez, John Oldfield, Brian Hanna and Darren Caskey. Iximbardo was killed by a drunk driver before the final game last season and the other four graduated. They were the nucleus of last season’s team, along with quarterback Dave Uyl. Uyl is back this year and a new nucleus is formed with him and veterans like Justin Hcybocr, Jason Pierce, Adam Paarlberg, Dan Simmons, Ja­ son Bush. J.T. Gray and Mall Neely. Also climbing into the trenches this season are six first-year seniors. Shefferly said he isn't sure how well they'll play in the game, but what he's seen from them. they're all good athletes who hit enthusiastically. "I think we lack on the of­ fensive side," the coach said, "but we've increased our hit­ ting intensity over the team from last year.” He said he'll look to Uyl, Simmons and Paarlberg to help the new seniors into learning the line, the [Mans and position they'll fill. "It'll be difficult for them and it might take a few games for them to get comfortable in the positions, but they’re tough." He said the new guys are being put through the "crash program of intense learning" to get them ready for the first game. With so many unknowns, Shefferly is unsure how the team will do this season. "Well play competitive with whoever we play," he said. "We might win a lot or we may not. We have a tougher schedule this year than I think we've ever had. But whatever we do, I can't say enough about the inten­ sity of this team. When it comes to hitting, whoever we play, they know they've been hit." Members of the the Fighting Scots 1994 varsity football squad include (first row from left): Chris Allen, Ryan McClenithan, Dan Simmons, Adam Paarlberg. Dave Uyl. Nate Gless, Jason Pierce and Don Stevens. Second row: Joe Niang. Justin Heyboer, Chad Paalman. Jason Haywood. Chuck Clark, Zolie Berensei, Jason Oldfield and Bob Sanford. Third row: Jason Eakins, Nick Cizauskas. Chad Mescar. Bill Norris, Jamie Daniels, Todd Thorton, Nate Cook and Brett Long. Fourth row: Curt Pyper. Shawn McCormick. Brian Rea, Jason Bush. Chad Cross. J.T. Gray and Matt Neely. Fifth row: Head Coach Ralph Shefferly Coach Larry Rea. Matt Barr. Manuel Behringer. Coach Jon Meerman and Coach Mark Uyl. Working hard for a better season, says football coach "Work hard - 100 per­ cent," Middleville varsity football coach Skip Pranger told his team. "Work hard." Pranger lost 13 players from last season's 5-4 team, but has 12 returning lettermen who he says have shown better speed. He hopes they can stay healthy. The team, which during a scrimmage stood out because of the strength of their hits and completion of their as­ signments, shows a belter ability to use the entire field than last year. The running backs, which include return­ ers Malt Liu and Nathan Bundy, have the blockers on the line who can open a hole. Liu made the All-Barry County team last year with 1,296 rushing yards and 13 touchdowns. Pranger said Liu could find the hole in the line when he needed to. "I look to Liu to be a leader for the team." Notable players missing from the team are John Huyck on defense and Jeremy Hoff and Jesse Stryzewski on the offense. All made the All-Barry County team last season. The Trojans first game will be at Caledonia, Friday and the club will be hoping to re­ verse last season's 18-0 thumping at the hands of its neighbor to the north. The home opener is Sept. 9 against Wyoming Rogers. Members of the Middleville varsity football team include (frocr. row from left): Roger Perez. Jody Blain. Terry Trudell Mett Norman, Jon Sarver, Matt Liu, Andy Brewer. Ben'Forbes. Ed Solomon. Dwight Wade and manager Bret Weisma. Second row: Sam Alexander. Tob Keil, Ethan Boist, Jim Robertson, Ty Middleton. Support these area merchants Caledonia Fanners Elevator Main Street 891-8188 Umber Co. Kinsey St. M14143 Hastings City Bank Middleville Caledonia 795-3338 891-0016 McDonalds on M-37 in Caledonia Jason VanElst, Mike Buxton, Mike Mrozinski, Kevin Rhines and Jeremy Anderson Third row: Paul Jameson, Jared Novak, Steve Orr, Nathan Bundy, Shawn Davis. Joe Appel, Chad Foster. Steve Austin. Ryan Winct.el a/id Scott Meyers Caledonia Standard / Amoco at M-37 and Main St. 891*1496 Genesis ihriTwitsStioa 68th Street in Dutton 891*9892 698*1991 Sky American Crystal Flash Service Station Hot Air Balloon Rides 698*9245 615 Broadway (M-37) Middleville 795-9063 �Page 16 I The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml / August 30. 1994 Heavy losses suffered by TK basketball team Six members of last sea­ son's 20-4 district and OK Blue championship Thornapple-Kellogg girls basketball team graduated and deci­ mated the ranks of this sea­ son's team. But coach Jim Sprague doesn't seem worried about the loss of such players as Carla Ploeg, Britt Haraburda, Jaime Strater, Kati Zoemer, Brooke VanElst and Amanda Osborne. "The team this year has worked as hard as any I've ever coached." This from a man who's coached varsity basketball for 11 years and been coaching for 24. "We lost our leapers and therefore our rebounding, but these girls are just as quick as last year’s team and are going to play up to their potential. Vikki Jansen and Sarah Kaechele are returning starters and Jessica Coe. the "sixth starter," is back this season. Juniors who returned are Chelsea Peck, Kari Bustraan, Tara Titus and Kary Schondelmayer and will see increased playing time. He said to make up for the loss in height, he is working on ball handling ability, screening and shooting. "We are going to have to be able to block out the big players if we want to repeat as league champs." he said. Hamilton, Coopersville and Wyoming Rogers are the tough opponents the Lady Trojans will be facing in the OK Blue, but also Ionia is a strong team which they will play in non-conference ac­ tion. Sprague said the 20-game schedule is the toughest he's had but : "these are a hard­ working bunch who work well together and have a lot of fun doing it. "They play with heart and the best they can, so we ll see how well they do." Members of the Middleville girls varsity basketball team include (first row from left): Ruth Caton, Chelsea Peck, Sarah Kaechele, Vikki Jansen. Kari Bustraan, Katie Polhemus and Tara Titus. Second row: Jessica Coe, Tracy Schondelmayer, Rachel DeVoimer, Coach Jim Sprague. Kary Schondelmayer, Jessica VanAman and Cindy Hiler. Seniors dominate team for‘Sweet Ladies’ Working with five "very gcxxJ" seniors, two of whom were All-O-K Gold, and bringing up several players from last season's 20-0 junior varsity team, Mike Wilson. coach of the Caledonia girls varsity basketball team, is feeling guardedly confident. Wilson said his team is strongest on the outside, but does have some good ball handlers who can work the inside. He lost from last season’s 19-6 team, one of his top Members of the 1994 Caledonia girls varsity basketball squad include (first row from left): Mindi Smith, Jenny Millard, Jaimie Oatley, Katie Donker, Jodi VanderVelde, Danielle Gallert and Anne Wisner. Second row: Coach Mike Wilson, Lisa Constant, Rachel Comegys, Jenny Feenstra, Kristy DeBoer, Sheri Vredevoogd and Assistant Coach Jenny Wilkinson. Caledonia Varsity Cheeleading Members of the Caledonia varsity cheerleading squad include: (kneeling) Jeni Padgett, (sitting from left) Kim Tate, Tabitha Korf, Sherry Bourzac and Kim Stegenga and (back) Renee Striplin and Becky Shoemaker. The non-competitive squad is coached by Myra Dykgraaf. Support these area merchants True Value Homes In Cider Mill Village, Middleville 795-7900 shot blockers when Sue Grevers graduated. He also lost his primary insider Betsy Weaver and his back-up cen­ ter Heidi Hookstra. The team was third in the O-K Gold, finishing the con­ ference at 10-4. But, he said, last season's juniors are now leading the team, and although he hasn't made any definite position assignments Katie Donker, Jaymie Oatley, Jenny Mil­ lard, Dannielle Gallert and Jody VanderVelde will see substantial playing time. Wilson, who's starting his GaVlH Chevrolet Buick • Geo • Pontiac On M-37 North of Middleville second year coaching the girls basketball team, said one of the major focuses of the pre-season is strengthen­ ing the weakness under the basket, "We're weakest in rebounding because we re not a tall team," Wilson said. "So we spend a lot of time working on boxing out taller players to keep them off the boards." He said the team is over­ coming the fact that his in­ side shooters have graduated by improving the overall shooting ability of the team. "This group is a very seri­ ous (about the game) and a very competitive lot," Wilson said. "A lot of them play AAU basketball and they have combined (with the others) to increase the team spirit and support each other on the court." He said he sees South Christian looking strong in the Gold this season and said Wayland will be lough be­ cause of high-scoring Angie Farmer. Kenowa Hills will also keep the Sweet Ladies hustling up and down the floor according to Wilson. Phil's Pizzeria 120 East Main, Middleville 795-7844 Pastoors Family Market Shear Pleasure h™ Designers Mom & Pops Appliances, Inc. 1045 Arlington (M-37), Middleville 122 East Main, Middleville on M-37 in Middleville 795-7019 795-7719 795-8950 Tires-R-Us 613 Broadway (M-37), Middleville 795-3550 No Preference Towing & Recovery In Middleville 795-2200 (24 Hour) Geukes Meat Market 500 N. High, Middleville 795-3767 �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / August 30, 1994 I Page 17 Members of the 1994 Caledonia boys cross country team include (first row from left): Dave VandenBerg, Ben Thompson and Todd Striplin. Second row: Adam Stairtier, Dave Freidrich, Rob Ullie and Coach John Soderman Members of the 1994 Caledonia girls cross country team Include (first row from left): Kara Palma, Jill Leatherman, Kim King, Stephanie Worman, Sarah Flegel. Sarah Parbel and Greta Klein. Second row: Tricia Davis, Kelly Mulder. Katie Benham. Keri Bloem, Audrey Warner, Beth Parbel, Bart) Warner. Jill Hofmann and Jenny Sprague. Not pictured: Sarah DeGroot. Heather Dodge. Wendy Faber. Julie Furst. Laura Furst, Shannon Houseman. Katie Post, Allison Knapp. Andrea Shomler, Katie Sobczak and Jenny VanDyke. Scots girls’ cross country team A healthier outlook for stronger than last year’s Scots boys’ x-country team After an injury-ridden sea­ son last year, coach John Soderman is looking forward to a healthier 1994 boys cross country team. Healthier is one thing, ex­ perience and depth are an­ other. Gone from this year's team is state runner-up distance man Pete Parbel, the No. 1 runner for the Scots, Ben Potgeter, the team's former No. 2 and Ben Lillie the team's former No. 3 runner. Soderman is expecting his returners - Dave Vanden­ Berg, a sophomore, and Todd Striplin, a junior, to replace the graduates. "Overall the team is small, but I think it is a very tal­ ented team," Soderman said. "Depth will be a problem be­ cause we don't have a lot of boys out for the team, but I see us being very competitive year with Cedar Springs and South Christian." The team will get a boost by borrowing from the track and field team. All-conference 3200-meter man Ben Thompson has come out for the team as has track man Dave Freidrich. Wrestler Adam Stauffer could build up some valuable endurance strength while out for the cross country team. I^ast year the team finished 9-3 overall to place second in the O-K Gold dual meet standings and took third in the conference meet, "This year," Soderman said, "our times should be competitive with others in the O-K Gold and with the addition of Thompson, I expect us to do well." Caledonia girls cross country coach Dave Hodgkinson has so much depth on his cross country team, he needs a spotlight to see the end of it. He has 20 girls out for this year's team, filling the spots left by Karyn Duba, his for­ mer No. 4 runner and Merrideth Denison, his former No. 7. Last year the team took home the state champi­ onship. "We have 10 girls who are very, very good," the eight­ year veteran coach said. "We also have 10 new runners who are working very hard." Hodgkinson said the team will be stronger than last sea­ son's because of its depth and because of their training. Despite the suggestion that there is something in the wa­ ter, Hodgkinson said the rea­ son the Caledonia girls are continually strong in cross country is because "they're a special bunch. They feel they can be winners and the win­ ning takes care of itself." Returning this year will be Katie Sobczak, who finished second in the state last season and Sarah Regal, who finished third. Shannon Houseman, who finished 11th in the state finals and Sarah Parbel who came in No. 28 are also back for this year's team. Last year the Scot han iers were undefeated in dual meets and usually took all five of the top scoring posi­ tions. "Overall, they get along pretty well," ilodgkinson said, "but they do compete against each other and they want to run fast." He said that is where they get their drive. By competing so hard against each other, other teams in the stale hardly stand a chance. Loss of Scots’ No. 1 golfer doesn’t dim coach’s view The loss of last year's top boys golfer, Phil Stimic, to graduation, doesn't keep Fighting Scots golf coach Cal Kaiser from feeling he has a pretty good team this year. He said the team is the fa­ vored in the Wayville pre­ season tournament as defending champions and has set his sights on a league championship. Last year the team finished third in the O-K Gold and fourth in regional playoffs. Kaiser said he expects to Jiave a fine golfer in fresh­ man Scott Ix’atherman as well as better scores from the returning players. Some of the others who have worked hard over the summer improving their game are Jason VanTil, Eric Blanding, Ryan Stephen, Kevin Bloem and Chris France. Kaiser also expect Marc VanderVelde to push himself to improve his score. Kaiser, who’s into his 14th season as golf coach, feels the team is ^.little weak after the fifth or sixth golfer but thinks with the team shooting in the 80s and 90s as an overall average and the top four carding sub-85s, the team is strong enough to be a contender. Tough teams to beat in the O-K Gold, he said, will be Kenowa Hills, Forest Hills Northern and Caledonia. "We could be the league champions," Kaiser said, "if we play well and score well." Members of the Caledonia boys varsity golf team include (first row from left): Jason VanTil, Scott Leatherman, Kevin Bloem and Ryan Stephen Second row: Chris France, Marc VanderVelde and Eric Blanding Sitting center is Coach Cal Kaiser. Ed’s Body Shop Richard J. Choryan, O.D. Seif Chevrolet & Geo 110 Johnston St. at Kinsley 1 Block off Main Downtown Caledonia • 891-0150 133 East Main, Caledonia 632 East Main (at M-37), Caledonia 891-9224 891-8104 DeVries Insurance Agency Caledonia Auto Parts State Farm Insurance 131 East Main Street, Caledonia 227 E. Main. Caledonia 891-8125 891-4085 Rainbow S End Yarn, Crafts & Variety CdlcdODia Marsthon Convenience Store 9505 Cherry Valley (M-37), Caledonia Ken Visser • 891-8600 Sniders Satellite Systems Caledonia Village Centre Open 7 Days a Week (on M-37) Caledonia Village Centre’ 891-1106 891-8198 891-9292 �Page 18 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I August 30, 1994 Injuries plague Scot kickers in pre-season Members of the 1994 Caledonia girts tennis team include (first row from left): Amy Perkins, Holly Debrie, Natalie Downing, Dorothy Benham, Becky Hanna and Julie Tuinstra. Second row: Coach Judi Ferguson, Joelle Busman, Heidi Hanna, Lysa Ferguson, Kris VanBelkum, Holly Hurst, Kim Crisman and Assistant Coach Tom Crisman. Losses at singles make it tough for Scots netters The loss of last year’s No. 1. 3 and 4 singles players will make it tough for the Caledonia girls tennis team to rc[K-al their 6-1 O-K Gold record and 14-2 overall record this season. "We lost Beckie Risdon, Lisa Johnson and Jayme Poll," said Judi Ferguson, who's in her eighth year coaching the team, "which means we lost a lot of experi­ ence.” However, she is confident, with the number of new girls who’ve come out for the team, that she and her assis­ tant coach Tom Crisman can put together a viable team. Kris VanBelkum, last sea­ son's No. 2 singles player has moved up to the No. 1 posi­ tion and Julie Tuinstra, who was an All-conference player at No. 1 doubles will fill in the slot left vacant by Van­ Belkum. Although Ferguson said she and Crisman are still looking at how the girls are playing, in a pre-season tour­ nament held in Lakewood, the team took 10 of 12 possi­ ble gold medals and the other two took silver. "They are hardworking, nice young ladies," said Crisman. "They are very cooperative and will try very hard at learning. They give it their all and try until they get it right." Ferguson said she is sur­ prised at how well the new players are blending with the veterans. She said that with little help from the coaches, Tuinstra, who's a four-year varsity player and Van­ Belkum. a three-year starter, have worked hard to make the team a cohesive unit who work with and support each other on the court. Ferguson said the team will have to pull together to win against South Christian and Forest Hills Northern, two of the stronger schools in the O-K Gold. "They are nice young ladies," Crisman said, "and I feel they'll give it their best and try with all their heart to win." Members of the Caledonia varsity soccer team Include (first row from left): Eric Rogers, Nick Boncher, Paul Minder. Adam Sobczak, Dan Gorstange and Todd Long. Second row: Scott Belanger, Keith Smith, Matt Bushman. Sid Newhoff, Mark Boncher, Robson Souza and Mike VanSprauge. Third row: Coach Brian Broekhuizen, Jeff Foster, Steve Schmidt, Tim Baker, Mike Pries, Chad Dykgraaf and Ivan Brado. All-state honorable men­ tion Paul Minder broke his leg, top strikers Steve Schmidt and Matt Bushman are both out with ankle in­ juries and starting keeper Mike VanSprange is out for non-athletic reasons. This hampers the high hopes of Caledonia varsity soccer coach Brian Broekhuizen on improving on last season's 16-5-1 record and second-place finish in the O-K Rainbow. Minder had 35 goals last year and Broekhuizen said he looks to be out four to six weeks. Not returning from last year's team are graduates Brian Folkersma, who had 19 goals, a pair of superior back Brent Boncher and Brian Nowak, and mid-fielder Kevin Tafelsky. "Every year (since we started the program) we've gotten better," Broekhuizen said. "We had a fourth, then third and last year a secondplace finish in the conference and a district championship. I still don't know about this season." He said the team is still looking to find the best com­ bination of mixing the vet­ eran players and the newbies on the varsity team. "We have some freshmen and sophomores who might stand out," the coach said, "and that's been the biggest test...finding out how well they fit in with the veterans." Three defensive backs, all seniors, return from last year's team. Mike Pries, Tim Baker and Jared Oatley all return, as do key mid-fielder Mark Boncher and striker Eric Rogers. "The returning lettermen give us a solid defense and some experience in offensive passing," Broekhuizen said. He said the team is work­ ing pretty well together but added, wryly, they have three problems: finishing, putting the ball in the net and scor­ ing. He also said they need to work on communication on the field. "They also need a psycho­ logical boost in their morale because of the injuries," Broekhuizen said, "loosing a player to an injury shakes up the team. It's going to take some getting used to, but the more they work with each other, the more comfortable they will be (on the field)." Scots edge Middleville in tie-breaker at invitational Caledonia and Mid­ dleville's top four players finished the par 72 Yankee Springs Golf Course with identical 335 scores during the Mid-Way Invitational Golf Tournament, Aug. 24. Maple Valley came in fourth with 349. The Fighting Scots to borne the championships tro­ phy, by way of the No. 5 player’s tie-breaking score. Caledonia had three play­ ers in the top ten medalists with Ryan Stephan carding a 6-over-par 80, third-place finish, Mark VanderVelde coming in with an 83 and Eric Blanding finishing with and 84. Middleville had the top scorer Brad Williams, who shot a 78, as did Brian Hexling of Byron Center and the No.4-finisher Marty Bender, who finished with an 81. Maple Valley's top player was Matt Knoll, who came in with an 85. South Christian came in third with a 348, Wayland was fifth with 351 and Delton won a tie-breaker to Caledonia Travel finish sixth with 366. Middleville's B team fin­ ished 11th out of the 12 teams in the tournament with a 400. Other scorers for Caledonia were Scott Leatherman with an 88 and Chris France carded the tiebreaking 90, Other Middleville scorers were Ryan Nausieda and Brian Endres with 88s and Josh Lancaster with a 98. Nick Waara came in with an 86. Matt Mace had an 87 and Rob Rosin and Corey Hamilton both had 91 strokes. Delton's Ryan Vliek fin­ ished with an 87, Ryan Min- gerink and Matt Salisbury both had 92 and Tim Shafer had a 95. Middleville's B team had Josh Sturm with an 89, Ken Barrett with a 102, Mike Stein with a 104 and Ryan Ritsema with a 105. Scots boosters hold tailgate party The Caledonia Athletic Boosters will be holding a tailgater party before the opening football game be­ tween the Fighting Scots and the Middle Trojans, accord­ ing to Terry DeVries, board Lifestyle Spas, Inc. member. He said the party, which is open to both Middleville and Caledonia fans, will begin about 6 p.m. Friday near the concession stand on the north end of the field. The party will have hot dogs, potato chips, dill pick* les and pop for sale for $2.50, with the proceed* going to the boosters. Western Auto 7380 Broadmoor, S.E. (M-37) Caledonia • 554-3338 9870 Cherry Valley Ave. (M-37) Caledonia • 891-1484 Stauffer & Wiggers ^ruceA^ Country Turf Ken’s Auto Repair Caledonia Village Centre 650 Emmons (at M-37), Caledonia 891-9294 891-7200 Village Stylist Caledonia Rent All in the Caledonia Village Centre’ 891-0090 Main St., Caledonia 9818 Cherry Valley (M-37), Caledonia 891-1591 891-0050 9874 Cherry Valley S.E. (M-37) Caledonia • 891-9872 State Bank of Caledonia Caledonia 891-8113 Middleville 795-3361 Dutton 698-6337 �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / August 30, 1994 / Page 19 TK girls’ tennis team takes third in tourney Mixing old and new on girls’TK tennis team With graduation last June, the Middleville varsity tennis team lost two of its top four players and three of its top six. But veteran coach Larry Seger has mixed a couple new players in with his re­ turning players for this sea­ son’s team. Riling the first singles spot will be state semi-finalist and All-O-K Blue champion for the past three years Erin Wolverton. She starts the year with a 79-9 record with her only losses coming to state-ranked players. At No. 2 singles, last sea­ son's No. 3 moves up. Traci Campbell, according to Seger, is a hard working, dedicated player who was undefeated last year at three singles. She was All­ conference honorable mention and a conference champ at that position. Rghting it out for the three and four positions are Jenny Manage, Julie Palazzolo and Kiley Thaler. Manage, a ju­ nior, is trying to get the posi­ tion away from two seniors. Taking the No.l doubles slot are veterans Kori Hutchins and Sara Wright. Wright was last year’s con­ ference champion at No. 1 doubles and Hutchins played at No. 2 doubles. Courtney DeHaan and Kelly Williams are at No. 2 doubles. This will be De­ Haan’s first varsity year, but Williams played at second doubles last season. Seger said the two work well together and are becom­ ing more aggressive at the net. Winding out the team is the No. 3 doubles team of Darcy Mugridge and Adelaide Devine. Devine will play varsity for the first time this year but Mugridge played at three doubles last season and Seger said she is looking much improved. Last year the ThomappleKellogg team was undefeated in dual matches. The Middleville varsity tennis team took third in the early-season tournament held at the Larry Seger Tennis Courts, last week. The team finished witn 12 points behind No 4 stateranked Wyoming Park, which finished with 22 and Wayland, which came in with 13 points. Ottawa Hills was fourth with one point. At No. 1 singles, Erin Wolverton defeated Wyoming Park’s all-stater Anne Bentley 6-1, 6-1 before sweeping Ottawa Hills and Wayland in 6-0, 6-0 series. Coach Larry Seger said Wolverton was "sharp, id control and dominating" in her matches. Traci Campbell was runner up at No. 2 singles by defeat­ ing Wayland 6-4,6-0 and Ot­ tawa Hills 6-1, 6-1 before falling to Wyoming Park 6-1, 6-3. At No. 3, Kori Hutchins lost in three sets to Ottawa Hills 6-4, 1-6, 6-4 and in two sets two Wyoming Park 6-2, 6-1. She rebounded against Wayland to win 7-5,6-0. Sara Wright lost to Wyoming Park 6-4, 7-5 and Wayland 7-5, 6-1 at No. 4 singles, but came back to win over Ottawa Hills 6-1,6-0. Kelly Williams and Darcy Mugridge lost to Wayland in three sets 4-6, 6-3, 6-4 at No. 1 doubles, but defeated Ot­ tawa Hills 6-3, 4-6, 6-3 in their second match. In the third match they lost to Wyoming Park 6-1, 6-0. At No. 2 doubles, Adelaide Devine and Courtney De­ Haan were runners up by de­ feating Ottawa Hills 6-3, 6-2 and Wayland 6-3, 6-3 but lost to Wyoming Park 6-3,62, At No. 3 doubles Jenny Mariage and Kiley Thaler lost to Wayland 6-1, 6-2 and Wyoming Park 6-3, 6-2 be­ fore defeating Ottawa Hills 6-3,6-3. The No. 4 doubles team of freshman Karrie Kollar and Julie Palazzolo lost to Wayland 6-0, 7-5 and Wyoming Park 6-4, 6-1, but did scratch out a win over the Ottawa Hills team with a 6-4, 6-3 tally. Drive Safely Near School Buses Teach youngsters early Stop no closer than 20 feet from a stationary school bus with flashing overhead red lights (with or without a bus stop sign). Prepare to stop when over­ head yellow lights are flashing. Proceed with caution when yellow hazard warning lights are flashing. AAA Michigan 1994-95 The Bushwacker about school bus safety Riding to school on the traditional yellow bus is an ex­ citing activity for a new stu­ dent, but parents should stress safety from the beginning, says AAA Michigan. More than 22 million pupils nationally -- including 800,000 in Michigan — ride school buses each day, and the school bus is generally one of the safest modes of travel. “However, in 1993, there were 1,494 motor vehicle crashes involving school buses in the state, resulting in seven deaths and 648 in­ juries,” said AAA Michigan Community Safety Services Manager Jerry Basch. He added that most bus crashes are minor, with casualties usually occupants of another vehicle. “Our data strongly suggests that motorists sharing the road with school buses must be ex­ tra cautious because of fre­ quent stops, and young children moving to and from the bus. “As you’d expect, students are injured most often when the school bus approaches or leaves a loading area,” Basch said. “Incidents usually occur when children near the bus move out of the bus driver's line of sight or dart suddenly across the street without look­ ing. This might happen when they bend down to pick up a dropped article, or walk behind the bus.” To ensure that the ride to and from school is as safe as possible. Basch offers these safety tips for parents of first­ time school bus riders: * Make sure the student ar­ rives at the bus stop on time. • See that your child waits for the bus in a safe place well off the roadway. Remind him or her that horseplay can cause someone to fall or be pushed into the path of the bus or another vehicle. • Tell youngsters to remain seated while the bus is in motion. * Stress the importance of keeping aisles clear at all times. Bookbags or lunch boxes should never be left where someone might trip over them. ♦ Make sure your child knows the dangers of throw­ ing things inside the bus or out the window. An object strik­ ing the school bus driver or another motorist could result in a collision. ♦ Let children know the im­ portance of keeping heads and arms inside the bus at all times. • When exiting, remind students to avoid snagging backpackstraps, drawstrings or loose clothing on bus hand rails. If they must cross tlie street, tell them to do so well in front of the bus where they can be seen by the bus driver and other drivers. Most school bus crossing pro cedurcs have students stop before crossing and continue only after the bus driver signals it is clear. Basch also has tips for motorists driving through school zones or on roads will) school buses: * Obey posted limits in school zones, remembering that schools arc open from late August to June. * Be alert to directions from school crossing guards. * When a school bus with overhead flashing red lights is loading or unloading children, motorists must stop and re­ main stopped until the bus driver turns off the red overhead lights. * Stay back at least four seconds when following a school bus. For the 700,000 Michigan youngsters who walk or travel by personal vehicle to school, Basch advises: * Walkers should travel the safest route to school, using all available protection. * Car pools should have ail occupants buckled up. Students should be able to get in and out of cars safely away from the traffic flow. on M-37 in Middleville Hair We Are Barkers Auto Service 102 High Street, Middleville 203 E. 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POSTAGE PAID HMtingiJXI 49058 Permit No. 7 Your Hometown Newspaper SerTTTig Middleville and Caledonia Areas No. 31 I September 6, 1994 Middleville, Michigan 49333 124th Year Proposal A campaign hype confuses voters Michigan schools ‘not out of millage business’ yet by Barbara Gall Staff Writer The television ads are off the air, the campaign hype is over, but for many Michigan taxpayers, questions still hang unanswered about the reality of Michigan’s school tax reform, better known as Pro­ posal A. School officials, however, still struggling themselves to understand just how Proposal A will affect their districts, have been left the formidable task of explaining to their tax­ payers the difference between the facts of Proposal A and the campaign propaganda. State politicians who backed the proposal, triumphant in their effort to cut property taxes, have moved on to other issues. Basically, Proposal A cut all homeowners' property taxes funding school opera­ tions to six mills and business property taxes to 24 mills. In the Caledonia school district, for instance, homeowners’ school operating taxes dropped from 29.1 mills to six mills, while businesses now pay 24 mills instead of the 29.1 mills. To fund school operations. Proposal A used a higher sales tax to make up for the lowered property taxes. However, property assessment increases will be capped at 5 percent or the rate of inflation, whichever is less. Under Proposal A, all school operating millage now is regulated by the state, in­ stead of the local school district. According to the new law, the state must reimburse operating funds to all public school districts on a per-pupil basis, with each school district to receive a guaranteed “foundation grant” of at least $5,500. The fallout from Proposal A, however, continues, as the new legislation affects each school district differently, benefitting some, hurting pro­ grams in others. Taxpayers and school of­ ficials alike have been confus­ ed and uncertain about the complicated legislation, which has been amended many times in its brief history. Caledonia Schools Business Manager Judi Dean offered these explanations to some of the most commonly misunderstood issues: Taxpayer: “1 heard the ads say that if Proposal A passed, schools would be out of the millage business." Dean: “Schools are not out of the millage business. Since Proposal A affects only school operating taxes, the schools still must ask their voters to approve millages for school construction and renovation, for instance. “Proposal A does not pro­ vide adequate funding for pro­ grams such as technology, and school districts can ask voters to approve up to three mills for such programs. “Under Proposal A, however, no homeowner will ever have to pay more than nine mills of tax on his or her residence.” Taxpayer: “I understood that all schools would benefit from Proposal A . ” Dean: The legislation in­ deed has benefitted some school districts which had a weak tax base and little operating millage. But many former out-of-formula' districts have had to make substantial budget cuts because Proposal A essential­ ly caps their future revenue increases, which would allow them to keep pace with infla­ tion and implement new programs.” Caledonia cut $700,000 from its 1994-95 operating budget, while neighboring Kentwood had to cut $4 million. Taxpayer: “Will school See Millage, Page 2 Permit opens door wide to mountain biking in Middleville village by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Mountain biking is definite­ ly coming to Middleville. The Village Planning Com­ mission last week granted a special use permit for that use of the old Eskar Ski Hill pro­ perty, which is zoned as R-2 (medium density residential). Obtaining that permit was the final step needed for Jeft Dionne of Retro Promotions, who approached the village about using the property' for a cross-country mountain bike race course. The Village Council granted Dionne a six-month lease at a recent meeting at a cost of $10. Council trustees are enthus­ ed about the project, but want to have the chance to see just how the enterprise will affect the village. Last Wednesday evening's public hearing was the final step necessary to obtain the special use permit through the Planning Commission Several area residents at­ tended the meeting. One of the concerns raised was how the races would af­ fect neighbors, especially the noise and possibility of trespassing. Dionne explained that the course had been laid out with at least a 30-yard butter zone from the boundaries of the property. All of the races would take place only during daylight hours. He also said that for the most part the only noise might be if spectators were cheering on the cyclists. And that would be more likely to hap­ pen at the beginning and the end of the races. Another concern was over parking. There will a temporary lot set up in an old field on the property. Lescoa also has given Dionne permission to use its lot for parking for the events that are all scheduled to take place on Saturdays This should provide enough space so that parking along Irving Road won’t be necessary The other concern raised was about whether camping was going to be allowed. Dionne originally con­ sidered allowing bikers to camp on the day of the race, but then changed his mind. The agreement with the village does allow for Dionne to camp with a pop-up camper on the night of the race for security purposes. Dionne already had met with the Site Plan Review Committee prior to the public hearing. That committee did approve the site plan with cer­ tain conditions. Erosion must be prevented as much as possible and trails must be maintained. If a trail must be moved because of erosion, the original contour of the land should be restored. There must be insurance coverage naming the village as an insured party in the amount of $1 million, with ad­ ditional $1 million in “um­ brella” coverage. Any overflow parking for the race that is parked on Irv­ ing Road must have access to a space through the entrance drive that needs to be marked sufficiently However, with the use of the Lescoa lot. Dionne said he feels that parking on the road may not be necessary. Four parking lot attendants must be on the site before, dunng and after the races to direct incoming and outgoing traffic. Containers of safe, fresh water must be available on the sue for both spectators and cyclists, since there is not a source of fresh water at the site. A minimum of ten poru- See Biking. Page 2 Habitat receives donation from Girl Scouts The Junior Girl Scout Troop 441 of Freeport decided to share the profits from their spring cookie sale with Habitat for Humanity. Scouts (from left) Amber Porritt, Peggy Baldry, Mandy Kowalczyk, and Samantha Schweder present a $100 check to Habitat Treasurer Norval Thaler. Tiffany Forbes, also a member of the troop, was unable to be at the presentation. Caldonia Twp. Planning Commission considers sand pit rehab extension by Barbara Gall Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Planning Commission agreed last week to walk through the Fitzsimmons sand pit on Alaska Avenue to see for itself how reclamation of the pit is proceeding. The visit was prompted by a request from Mike Slachter of K-S Bulldozing-Trucking and pit owner Jack Fitzsimmons to extend the two-year special use permit approved by the Township Board in December 1992 to allow regrading and some sand removal for reclamation of the pit. Mined in the period 1970-1986, before the township passed its present planned mineral removal (PMR) ordinance, the Fitz­ simmons pit had never been returned to a useful state. Unworked since the 1980s. the pit was left with steep, eroding slopes where little vegetation could flourish. Neighbors of the pit ex­ pressed renewed concern in 1992. when trucks loaded with sand again began moving in and out of the pit. The township ordinance at that time allowed a property owner to remove up to 5.000 cubic yards of sand without any permit, but neighbors told township officials that sand removal going on at the old pit far exceeded that figure. Investigation by then Super­ visor Jerry Good found Slachter mining the old pit without any permit from the township, but w ith the goal of restoring the property tor Fitzsimmons, who wished to develop the site for new homes. Because the pit was a hazard and an eyesore in the neighborhood, the township agreed to a special land use permit that would allow Slachter and Fitzsimmons to regrade the dangerous slopes to a gently rolling terrain, and to remove 10,000 more cubic yards of sand to help defray the reclamation costs. Work was to be completed and the land restored by Dec. 31, 1994. As the permit was originally discussed, the commission in­ dicated that Slachter should return to amend his permit if more than 10,000 cubic yards were to be removed. That language, however, was never written into the permit. Slachter also was to pay the township the three cents per cubic yard fee that all sand miners in the township pay, but because this ostensibly was a reclamation project, he was not required to go through the expensive and much more restrictive PMR process. Hours were established at the pit, and a $10,000 perfor ma nee bond posted. The township, the developers and the neighbors also agreed on boundaries for the mining to protect a wood­ ed ravine that separates the mine from the Pine Edge housing development. At the public hearing held on the land use proposal, Slachter emphasized that the purpose of the project was to create a residential setting, not to run a sand mine. In approving the permit, the township expressed its pleasure at finally getting the old pit restored to an attractive and useful state. Pleasure was not the order of the day, however, when Slachter returned to the Plann­ ing Commission last week to request a two-year extension for the permit. “I could see there was no See Sand pit, Page 3 In This Issue • Education futurist's return with set for Sept. 9 • Caledonia 'Summer' auto show set Saturday • Simpson employees set vote to unionize • TK schools open smoothly, even without new contract �Page 2 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I September 6. 1994 Dr. Willard Daggett to speak Education futurist’s return visit set for Sept. 9 by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Most high school students in America today are unemployable as adults That was the crisis facing American youth as described by Dr. Willard Daggett during his visit to Caledonia in December 1990. During his presentations to Caledonia students, staff, parents and community members, he said that high school students today may not enjoy the same standard of liv­ ing as their parents, much less exceed it. The reason, he said then, is that American students are not being trained in the skills needed for jobs in the highwage sector. Instead, their preparation will lead only to jobs in the minimum-wage category, which in the year 2000 will comprise only about 15 percent of the work force. He pointed out that jobs like bank tellers, for instance, are gradually being replaced by automatic teller machines. But who knows how to set up an ATM machine." he asked. Daggett pointed out other shortcomings in American education, which he described as not keeping up with our rapidly-changing society . While American students are not learning much, if any. technical writing, statistics, logic, probability and applied physics, students in other parts of the world come out of school prepared in these areas, he said He praised the efforts of the Caledonia High School staff, which in 1990. was in the beginning stages of its restruc­ turing efforts. But while the school was ahead of most, he said, students still were graduating unskilled in the needs of to­ day's work place. That was four years ago. Since his visit. Caledonia High School has undertaken some of the measures he ad­ vocated. such as integrating subject areas and teaching more applied skills. On Friday. Sept 9. Daggett will be back in Caledonia, to revisit the high school and again speak to students, staff, parents and community members. This time, his visit is part of the work CHS is doing with Daggett's International Center for Leadership in Education. This work has involved in­ terested community members as well as Caledonia staff in creating an “action plan" for creating and implementing a “rigorous and relevant curriculum." Parents and community members are welcome to at- MILLAGE, continued from frontpage— districts be able to continue all their current programs with the money provided by the state?” Dean: “Because of these budget cuts, many districts have had to cut programs and staff They can try to maintain some of these programs by asking voters to approve all or part of an additional three mills allowed by Proposal A to stay with their district and not be sent to the state. “Caledonia, for instance, is asking voters to approve 1.28 mills to complete our district technology program. "There is a confusing catch to this, however. Districts must ask for al! or part of those three mills before 1997 if they want to use them in their own schools. “After that time, the three- mill provision is a Kent In­ termediate School District millage and any revenues would be distributed to all schools in the KISD. in­ cluding Grand Rapids. " Taxpayer: “I have always been told local school operating tax dollars remain with the local school district. " Dean: “That used to be true under the old school tax system. Under Proposal A. six mills levied on every pro­ perty now go to the state for redistribution among all public school districts. “The confusing angle here is that businesses pay an extra 18 mills for school operations that homeowners do not pay. Revenues generated within our district by those 18 mills technically do not get sent to the state. “However, those revenues are considered part of our ‘foundation grant’ money from the state. They do not provide extra revenue for the district. So. really, all our operating funds are determin­ ed by and regulated by the state Dean said that taxpayers probably have many other concerns and questions about school taxes and school finance. “It is complicated," she said, “but I wish our residents would call when they are understandably confused or just have a question. “I would be delighted to talk to them about school finance in general, or our re­ quest for the technology millage in particular” Dean can be reached at the Caledonia Schools central of­ fice by calling 891-8185. QUALITY PEOPLE MAKE A QUALITY COMPANY Quality people like Karen Brown. This letter from a client shows why she’s one of the best: “Dear Karen, I was relieved to meet you that first Saturday and know how concerned you were that we find just the right home. Your patience as we looked at more than 20 homes, often accompanied by a rambunctious two year old, was wonderful. We appreciated your intelligent sug­ gestions during our search and really enjoyed the conversations which we had. Thank you again for making sure everything that needed to be completed was done before the sale. Even after the sale was completed, we appreciated your follow through. Thank you again.’’ Sincerely, Patricia Johns If you are thinking of buying or selling be sure and give Karen a call. Don’t you deserve the best? Call Karen Brown, Office 795-3305, Home 795-9331 or Pager 230-0266 Middleville Office: 497 Arlington (M-37) a MILLER REAL ESTATE imu aoauac OFFICES IN HASTINGS & MIDDLEVILLE Dr. Willard Daggett will return to Caledonia High School to speak to students, staff and community on September 9. Daggett spent a day at CHS in December, 1990, telling students about the skills they will need to compete in today's socie­ ty. (File photo) tend Daggett's presentations to students at 9 a.m. and at 11 a.m., when he will talk with them about needed skills of the 21st century. BIKING, The public also is invited to meet Dr. Daggett at a 4 p.m. community reception at the high school cafeteria. Anyone planning to attend one of the sessions or the reception is asked to call Diana Snyder at the high school (891-8129) by noon on Sept 8. continued from frontpage— johns need to be on site the day of races. The site will be cleaned of all debris from the racing events by the Sunday after­ noon following the events. No alcohol will be allowed on the property and there will designated smoking areas. Cycling events can take place only during daylight hours. The proposal must conform with all other applicable village ordinances. Renewal of the lease for Retro Promotions will depend on how things go this first six months, according to the council. A race through town Satur­ day, Sept. 17, as part of the Middleville Heritage Day celebration will be the kickoff of the mountain bike racing in village. Racing events will continue Sunday, Sept. 18, since there won't be time for kids and beginners events on Saturday. Meanwhile. Dionne and several helpers will be laying out the race course (that is just a narrow path through the wooded area), and cleaning up the ski hill area, which hasn’t been used for many years. Dionne has planned to have racing events on five other Saturdays after Heritage Day. Events are set for Sept. 24, Oct. 8, Oct. 15, Oct. 22 and Oct. 29. Because of liability, the site will be closed to mountain biking except during publish­ ed events. This is just the beginning for the sport in Middleville. Dionne hopes to have a full slate of events beginning in the spring. When biking events aren't going on, the area should be viewed as a village park, he said. STEAK FRY Caledonia Sportsman's Club STEAK • SALAD BAR BAKED POTATO'GARLIC TOAST BEVERAGE Caledonia 100TH ST. “noTJ" Saturday, Sept. 10 5-8pm-Price«7" Quality Programs............ Quality People Miller REAL ESTATE Since 194°' 2. KEEP COOL AT CROOKED LAKE The wooded grounds provide shady comfort for you in this 2 bedroom and 1 bath home which you con use for o summer cottage or year-round home Access to the lake is just across the road. Find out more by calling Roy Carlson. Office 945 5182 or home 795 3611...... $42,000 1. YANKEE SPRINGS AREA. 10 plus acres, very secluded, some trees, excellent building site Coll Gene Poll, office 795 3305 or home 795-9521..................................... $28,000 1. SPACIOUS 3 BEDROOM WALKOUT RANCH HOME ready to move into. Located on 4 acres near Middleville and on a blacktop rood. Included is a country kitchen with sliders to a 3 season porch, 1 % baths and a full both off the master bedroom. There is also a main floor laundry room, recreation room with fireplace. 2'6 cor garage and o 50x60 pole building. Call Gene Poll office 795-3305 or home 795 9521 ...................................................................... $139,900 MIDDLEVILLE STAFF Karen Brown....................... 795-9331 Cathy Williamson CRS. GRI...795-9090 Kay Stolsonburg, Assoc. Broker..................... 795-7272 Gene Poll, Assoc Broker, GRI............. 795-9521 Office: 497 Arlington, M-37 LU Phone (616) 795-3305 afMtotr . QFF|CES |N HASTINGS AND MIDDLEVILLE * LEJ ” �The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml I September 6, 1994 I Page 3 ‘Run Caledonia’ set for Sept. 17 Birth announced Children are never quite sure what the first day of school will bring. But, the Tuesday opening at the Thornapple Kellogg Schools went smoothly. First grade Stephanie Palmer is somewhat distracted as she leaves her bus. TK Schools open smoothly Children ore never quite sure what the first day of school will bring. But, the Tuesday opening at the Thornapple Kellogg Schools went smoothly. First grade Stephanie Palmer is somewhat distracted as she leaves her bus. SANDPIT, from front page First grade teacher Kim Hauschild at McFall Elemen­ tary helps two of her students, Nicole Timmreck (left) and Daniella Torres, find their names on the door to the classroom. End of Summer NAIL SPECIALS 3 Nail Technicians to serve you. specializing in... • Natural Nail Care • Manicures • Nail Tips with Pink & White Overlay • Sculptured Nails (on a form) all new . “No Lift” Products dNB • Therapeutic Parrafin Wax Manicure £> t------- COUPON------------------------------ 1 OFF Fall Set of Acrylic or Fiberglass Naih ‘$2H OFF Parrafin Wax Maaiotres I 10% OFF All Nail Products sw ^891-4040 \ 9790 Cherry Valley Road (M-37) way I could get it done... I know I can't give you what you want in this time frame and get the reclamation finish­ ed.-' he told the commission. He said that the work will be only half finished by the expiration date. flt presented several letters from neighbors who wrote that they favored completion of the reclamation. The commission now must decide whether to grant the extension, so that the 38-acre parcel can be developed for housing, or deny the request and require that the work be finished by December. Because the land is in the R-l single-family zoning district, PMR zoning is not an option, said Township Plan­ ner Mark VanderPloeg. If the developer cannot meet the deadline, the township has the option of pulling his performance bond to pay for the work, VanderPloeg explained. Before making a recom­ mendation to the Township Board on the request, the Planning Commission agreed to walk the pit with Slachter and the neighbors to see just how much work still is re­ quired to complete the reclamation. The visit will take place at 6:15 p.m. Sept. 19. before the regular Planning Commission meeting. Correction — Some information in the ar­ ticle about the Middleville and “Rails to Trails’' property ac­ quisition in the Tuesday. Aug. 23. issue of the Sun & News was in error The Caledonia Elevator has not expressed an interest in the project. But. the RTC “Friends” group is in­ terested in working w ith that business Birth Announcement Larry. Deanne and Travis VanPutten are happy to an­ nounce the arrival of the latest addition to their family, bom Aug. 29, 1994 at Blodgett Hospital. Garrett Charles weighed 9 lbs., 15 ozs. and was 21 in­ ches long. Grandparents are Pat and Charlie Burghdoff and Larry and Joanne VanPutten. Greatgrandparents are Bob and Martha Burghdoff and Lois Osbun. The fourth annual “Run Caledonia" and “Ronald McDonald Run" will be held on Saturday. Sept. 17. “Run Caledonia" in­ cludes a 5K run. a 5K walk, and a I OK run. The ‘ Ronald McDonald Run" has event from one mile for 11 and 12 year olds, all the way down to a five-yard crawl for our diaper derby. Ronald will be on hand for a magic show and to begin all of our youth races. Pro­ ceeds for the children's events will benefit the Ronald McDonald House. Call Sherry at Caledonia Community Education 891-8117 for more informa­ tion. The event is sponsored by the Caledonia Communi­ ty Education. Caledonia McDonalds. WLHT. D & W. Seif Chevrolet. Weaver Construction. Caledonia Printing. Caledonia Stan­ dard Amoco, and Stifel. Nicolaus & Co. STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY Call us for a quote for all of your insurance needs. • Auto • Life • Health Home • Business • Investment Caledonia Village Centre 9365 Cherry Valley Avenue Caledonia, Ml 49316 891-9294 You’re Invited! We’re having a Kickoff Party With Entertainment and Refreshments TUESDAY EVENING (at our Main Branch 627 Main Street, Caledonia) SEPTEMBER 20 6:00 to 9:00 P.M. We’re introducing something great! The Premier Club at State Bank of Caledonia. ..a special club for our customers 55 or better! We re going to start it with a Kick-Off Party that will introduce the many exciting benefits of the club to our friends and neighbors. We re inviting you to explore what membership in State Bank of Caledonia's Premier Club can mean for you! As a member, you are entitled to a host of exclusive social, travel and financial benefits, all designed with you in mind. Join State Bank of Caledonia on Tuesday, September 20 at 6 00 p.m and learn how easy it is to become a Premier Club member. Refreshments will be served along with door prizes! See you there! Don’t Miss It! Qtate 627 MAIN ST CALEDONIA 3205 68TH ST , S E DUTTON 303 ARLINGTON MIDDLEVILLE 891-8113 698-6337 795-3361 or Al P D Al\! I A Aa 3 L**™ Open AH Dey » *— I— *-> V-ZI 11 r\ Monday thru Friday and ’til i’ Noon on Saturday LENDER �Page 4 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I September 6, 1994 from the Three Rivers area. I got a hold of Ann Bartlett and she is going to California to visit her family and to at­ tend a daughter Jennifer's wedding. She will be there about a week Russ Bender said that son Bob has been up in Alaska and is now going to spend some time in Seattle. Washington. He served there in the Air Force. Jerry Spencer said that she and Jack visited his sister and husband in Farmington, Michigan. Lorraine and Dave Otto are spending the weekend at the Prairieville Farm Days. Dave takes his steam engine. John Steensma said that wife Caroline was back teaching school Tuesday. So fall is really here. Had a nice visit with Emma Neighbors M. NORMA VELDERMAN Well, folks, how did your week go? I actually worked for a couple of hours in my weedy flower bed. I did only two feet at the back of the bed. but did it ever feel good to get my hands into the soil and try to gel all the quack grass roots out. But you never really do that. Greta Greiner had her sister slay with her all day Friday and part of Saturday. Then on Saturday she and Barb Clinton attended Hastings' Summer Fest. From what I heard, it must have been a real success. We had our Luneke reunion at Joan and Norm Buer's home. They have a very love­ ly home We had about 40 people there, mostly Pease and Barnaby families. The Owosso group couldn't come. Our son Pat was here on Fri­ day and all of the weekend. Pat has been working on the Luneke and Holtshausen families. He is getting it all on his computer. He gave some of the family at the reunion papers for them to correct. He is starting on my mother's side of the Griffith and Dougherty family. My mom war Olive Susan Doughertv. Jane Ingram. Haven’t done so for quite a long time. She is having the cataracts removed from her eyes and will be quiet for a few days. She said that Dr. Norris gave her a beautiful spider plant while she was in the hospital. Other­ wise she says that not many 76-year-old people are still able to work steadily. She has a right to be very proud. I agree heartily with her Maureen Robinson said that they took their grandson back up north. He had been visiting with them for a few weeks. He was so proud of his luck catching fish from grandma's pond and wants to come back every summer because he had such a wonderful time. Maureen said that they took the boat across and had a wonderful trip. They also took their other grandson with them for company . Grand­ daughter Emily also celebrated her fourth birthday Mary Hayward said their daughter came to visit on Tuesday. She lives in Alma. Bea and Glen Miller had their daughter home for Sun­ day dinner. Betty Newman had the McVey’s over for supper. Granddaughter Milly came to visit Don, Lois and Barb Stauffer a while back and I somehow never put in on. Sorry folks. Lois and Walt Bender were busy celebrating both Mark and Lois' birthday. I believe she said it was Mark and Vonda Atkinson. Those present were Barb and Phil Bender, Carl and Betty Atkinson. The Atkinsons live in Vicksburg. Lois Bremer was the fifth highest in volunteer hours at Charlton Park. Dam it. Houstin is right by my feet under the table that my computer is on. We sure take up the small space. Well. I guess this is all for now. folks. Life is so very wonder­ ful and full. I didn’t realize that I could be so busy. Johnny does all the cooking. 1 do manage to keep the washing and beds made bet­ ween my working with Houston. He has become very afraid of the traffic on the road, so we go there during the busy hours to get him used to the swish of trucks and trailers and cars passing at a fast rate of speed. I try to get the mail as much as possible to teach him it is okay. But is a very good place to stay away from. Visit with all of you next week. LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church — Serving a Living Lord SUNDAY 9:45 a.m., 11:00 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY.......................... Family Fellowship Prayer & Bible Study 7:00 p.m. 7240 68th Street, SE — Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Rev. Brian F. Harrison Youth Pastor, Darrel L. Schrock Music, Jeffery C. Vander Heide CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A church with a caring heart for our community and the world" Sunday Services....... 9:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. M-37 at 100th St., Caledonia, Ml Church Office: (616) 891-1512 Rev. Gerald Van Oyen Al Tiemeyer Community Calling CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville Bruce N. Stewart, Pastor Lee Taylor, Assistant Pastor Sunday School 9:45a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6:00p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer............. 6:45 p.m. Word of Life Clubs......................................... 6:45p.m. WELCOME TO IJHost Mnlu Mnsaru Traditional Roman Catholic Latin Mass Rev. Fr. Francisco Radecki, CMRI 314 E. Main, Middleville Phone: 795-9030 Sacred Heart Devotions Sunday Mass: 4:00 P.M. Confessions and Rosary: 20 Minutes before Mass Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass......................... 5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass................... 9:00 a.m. k 11:00 a.m. KETTLE LAKE INDEPENDENT REFORMED Proclaiming the Historic Reformed Faith. Services at 9:30 a m. and 6:00 p.m. Worshipping at Kettle Lake School on Whitneyville Rd. South of 68th Street CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST Church School.....................9:30 a.m. Choir Practice .................... 9:30 a.m. Worship Service................ 10:30 a.m. 250 Vine Street Church Office 891-8669 Parsonage 891-8167 Rev. Bobby Dale Whitlock Pastor Scott Taylor Reaching People With Christ Rev. James Cusack WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 8546 Whitneyville Ave at 84th St •891-8661 "The Church where everybody is sa^ebody . and Jesus Christ is Lord" Sooocn School...................................... 9 30 a m. Sunday Mommg Woraho..................... 10 30 am Sunday Evening Worship........................ 600 p.m. Wed Midweek Prayer & Boe Study..... 7:00 p.m. to Steve Joason Sun. Morning Worship.......... 10:00 a.m. Evening Service..................... 6:00 p.m. Rev. Bernard Mulder, Pastor 868-6306 Dobson Sostor °as& / Mae jxney Muse Dr. RAY TOWNSEND, Pastor TIM DOUBLESTEIN, Youth Director „ MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 708 West Main Street Morning Worship Service............ 10:00 a.m. Sunday School.............................. 11:15 a m. Evening Worship Service................6:00 p.m. YOU ARE INVITED Rev Roger Timmerman, Pastor 795-3667 MIDDLEVILLE and PARMELEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES 111 Church Street . 795-7076 Includes Adventure Club, Chars far Children and Adults, High School Youth Group and Aduil Classes For information call: 891-81 19 St. Paul Lutheran Kraft Ave. & 84th St., Caledonia, Mi. (Missouri Synod) "Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. " Rom. 12:10 First Service......................................8:30 a.m. Sunday School................................. 9:45 am. (Fellowship Coffee 9:45 a m. to 10:00 a m.) Bible Classes..................................10:00 a.m. Second Service.............................. 11 00 a.m. (All Services have a Nursery available) Rev. Robert Gerke Office: 891-8688 Church: 891-9878 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 12200 Chief Ncxmday Road (at Gun Lake; Wayland, Michigan 49348 • 795-7903 Barrier Free / Programs for All Ages Sunday Worship 10:00 am Sunday School 11:15 am Wednesday "Family Night” 6:00 p.m Impirmg, Poutnc, Rdnam, Jcnful Rev. Lynn Wagner — 795-3798 Rev. Carroll Fowler — 765-5316 Church Office Phone — 795-9266 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto, Michigan 49302 Services — Sunday School.......................... 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship............................... 11:00a.m. Evening Worship..................................600p.m. Sunday School........................................ 9:45-10:45 Wednesday Night “Family Night’’ 6:45-8:15 Parmelee Morning Worship......... 9 30 am Middleville Sunday School............9 45 a m Middleville Worship.....................11:00 a m. Wljc (Old Wimr ^rtliudist (Church Meeting at the Comer of Wood School Rd. and Wing Rd. Children’s Church/Youih Worship during morning services; Caraway Si puppet ministry for K4th during evening services 891-8028 Cornerstone Wesleyan Church Lee Barner Free • M-37 between Caledonia & Middleville Sunday Worship Services....... 8:30 or 11:00,6:00 Sunday Morning Worship (Interpreted for hearing impaired)............... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School.......................................................... 11:10a.m. Sunday Evening Service............................................. 6:30p.m. Pioneer Club (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday..................... 6:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting - Wednesday........................... 7:00 p.m. Youth fellowship - Sunday.............................. 5:00 p.m. “God Cares for You” Pastor Peace Reformed Church Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue 8:30 am to 9:30 am — First Worship Service 9:30 am to 9:45 am — Coffee Fellowship 9:45 am to 10:45 am — Sunday School 10:45 am to 11:00 am — Coffee Fellowship 11:00 am to 12:00 — Second Worship Service Nursery and Childrens Church will be provided during both services. "Set an example In speech, in life, in love, in faith and in purity." 1 Timothy 4:12 Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street CHRISTIAN REFORMED 6201 Whitneyville Avenue LEIGHTON UNITED METHODIST Gaines United Brethren Church Kalamazoo Avenue at 92nd Street Caledonia, Michigan Telephone: 698-8252 Pastor Mark Beers LAKESIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH The Reorganized CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST of Latter Day Saints SundaySchool............... 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship............11 00 a.m. Evening Worship............. 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting/ Children's Classes....... 7:00 p.m. 8146 68th St near Whitneyville Ave. Church School, Sunday.........................10.00 a m Morning Worship.......1100 a m ® Kl/StWl&y'5 Evening Worship......... 6 00 p.m. Royle Bailard, Pastor - 868-6437 - Pastor Lloyd DeVormer Sr. 897-7407 V. Wed. Fellowship..........7:30 p m (in homes or church) call �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I September 6, 1994 / Page 5 ‘Rainforest ‘95’ information meeting set for Sept. 8 Area middle school kids offered chance to visit Peruvian rain forest For students interested in the environment, and par­ ticularly in preserving the en­ dangered rain forests of South America, a Zeeland-based workshop program offers a unique opportunity “Rainforest *95” provides a week-long visit next summer to the Amazon Basin area in Peru. Led by teachers, parents and community members, the workshop will provide “the ultimate field trip" to a real rain forest. An information meeting on the program is set for 7 p.m. Thursday. Sept. 8. at the Caledonia Middle School media center. There, students and parents Summer readers win Discmans Participation in the summer reading program at their local libraries has definite extra benefits as found out by a reader in Middleville and one in Freeport. Some of the top readers in both programs were sent in to a drawing for Sony Discman. Annie Cnossen of Middleville won one of them. Mandy Kowalczyk of Freeport was thrilled to find out she had won a Discman, too. While you’re busy making plans for school, football games and the upcoming holidays, don’t leave out a key ingredient for having “a great fall”. God loves us and wants us to share in His blessings and provisions. That’s why, every Sunday, our church family comes together in fellowship and worship around God’s Word. We have programs and places for every age group, from infants through retire­ ment. Join us this Sunday, September 11 as we kick off our fall season. Worship ser­ vices: 8:30 a.m., 11:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.; Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. A quality nursery is provided during all worship ser­ vices and Sunday School.___________ PEACE REFORMED CHURCH A Community Church That Cares M-37 between Caledonia and Middleville 891-8119 can see a video of past workshops, receive some han­ douts and ask questions about the program, which originated in Zeeland in 1992. “We want to find out if there is interest in organizing a Caledonia group for next summer.” said Dorothy Wolf, who is organizing the possible Caledonia contingent. She explained that the pro­ gram involves more than just the visit to Peru. “It’s quite a commitment, involving the students during the whole school year, "she said. “The preparation for the workshop means attending Caledonia Township Board to review private water supply ordinance by Barbara (>all Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Planning Commission last week smoothed the way for a policy governing privately owned public water systems in the township. Recommended for Township Board approval is an amendment to the zoning ordinance to add a section on compliance with such a township policy. The board is considering a water system policy, explain­ ed Township Attorney Jim Brown, but needs language in the ordinance to accommodate it. Such a policy could provide the township with the basis for declining or approving any proposed privately-owned, public water system, he said. The ordinance amendment basically says that such systems must comply with state and township standards for supplying water for both drinking and fire protection purposes. No resident offered com­ ment during the public hear­ ing held on the amendment, and no correspondence was sent to the township office concerning the measure. The Planning Commission unanimously recommended Township Board approval. In other action, the Com­ mission approved a special use permit requested by Janie and Charles Wiersum. 8555 76<h St., for an oversized ac­ cessory building. The Wiersums wish to build a 60-foot by 120-foot indoor riding arena on their 10-acre propertv and then add a 36-foot by 54 foo< bam to house their horses They had already requested and received a rezoning of their property from R-l single-family to rural residen­ tial to allow the horses. They explained that the arena will be for their daughters, who show horses, and will not be used for commercial purposes Their neighbors also have horses, they pointed out. Looking for a PRINTER? Call... 945-9554 Township Planner Mark VanderPloeg said that the bam will be screened by trees and the terrain, and will not be visible from the road or to neighbors. No one expressed comment at a public hearing on the re­ quest, and no correspondence concerning it was received at the township office. The commission, which has final jurisdiction on such per­ mits. unanimously approved the Wiersums’ request. meetings, going to training and even spending a couple of weekends at retreats where the kids get acquainted and do some team building." Once in Peru, the students are taught by research scien­ tists and anthropologists as they experience first-hand the rain forest environment. The goal of the program is conservation of the rain forests by preparing young students for lifelong “ad­ vocacy" for the endangered lands. It is sponsored by the Children’s Environmental Trust Foundation Interna­ tional in Zeeland, a not-forprofit organization dedicated to the education of children and founded “by individuals who have seen the positive impact... of hands-on. ex­ periential environmental education." “It’s hoped that when they return, the students will share their experiences with their schools and other organiza­ tions." Wolf said. The CET emphasizes that Iquitos. Peru, where the workshop is based, is a peaceful, safe area with easy access to medical care and on­ ly four hours by plane from Miami. The RF ’95 program will cost $1,625. including all transportation, accommoda­ tions. meals and workshop activities. Students are encouraged to earn at least a portion of their expenses, with fund-raising programs offered by the Zeeland group. Scholarships and other kinds of financial assistance are being set up. Graduate credit for adults going with the students is be­ ing arranged through Grand Valley State University. Anyone who is interested in the program, but who cannot come to the Sept. 8 meeting should call Wolf at 698-0193. or call the foundation at (616) 72-7250. J SORE FEET / ANKLES? | Assignment Accepted! H Call...891-9133 | g||> Diabetics Medicare, B.C.B.S., PPO, HMO jg • Adult & Children Foot Problems S I;; KENT PODIATRY | Si V & Terrence J. Emiley, D.P.M. -g J 612 Main Street in Caledonia • | State Bank of Caledonia New Banking Hours Effective September 6, 1994 Effective September 6, 1994, the State Bank of Caledonia will begin new hours. DRIVE IN HOURS: (Caledonia, Dutton & Middleville) MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY 8:30 to 5:00 FRIDAY 8:30 to 6:00 SATURDAY 8:30 to 12:00 LOBBY HOURS: (Caledonia, Dutton & Middleville) MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY 9:00 to 5:00 SATURDAY 9:00 to 12:00 HOURS EFFECTIVE AT ALL THREE LOCATIONS Qfate 627 MAIN ST. CALEDONIA 3205 68TH ST.. S E DUTTON 303 ARLINGTON MIDDLEVILLE 891-8113 698-6337 795-3361 ai p iy am ia 1 x J r\ i r\ L_ L- Lz A!t 3 Locat,°ni °p'n Aa Dav Monday thru Friday and ’al Noon on Saturday �Page 6 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / September 6, 1994 Caledonia ‘Summer’s End’Auto Show set Saturday by Barbara Gall Staff Writer With a smile from Mother Nature, this year’s Caledonia auto show could draw as many as 500 cars to Mam Street Saturday, Sept. 10. “If the weather is nice. I’m expecting 400 to 500 cars to roll in here between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m .” said Bill Hyatt, who with his wife, Shirley, have been officially appointed by the Village Council to oversee what is becoming an annual event in Caledonia. The Caledonia Jaycees also are planning a “cruise-in" and 1950s “sock hop" from 5 to 10 p.m. the previous even­ ing, Friday, Sept. 9. The Hyatts organize the auto show, with the help of Caledonia Auto Parts and the Auto Value Company, which supplies the dash plaques for the cars. Hyatt said this year’s show again will feature some special vehicle groupings, like the popular Corvette Corral. Corvette wannabes even can buy a raffle ticket and perhaps win a sleek ‘Vette of their own. Antique tractors will be on display in front of the Caledonia Farmers Elevator, and some Cushman skooters also will be at the show this year, Hyatt said. Owners of classic or vintage cars of every year and every make and model are invited to display their vehicles. ‘‘I’ve talked to clubs from the east side of the state and from up north, and if the weather is decent, they all plan to be here,” Hyatt said. Visitors to the show will be serenaded by a disc jockey, and T-shirts will be on sale. Exhibitors will receive “goodie bags" of items donated by local businesses, and members of the Neighborhood Watch will be serving coffee and doughnuts. Hyatt said. In conjunction with the auto show, village homeowners have been invited to hold their summer garage sales Friday and Saturday to take advan­ tage of all the visitors in town. As an additional feature, the Caledonia Jaycees are plann­ ing the “cruise-in" Friday evening, at the north end of the Caledonia Village Centre (D & W parking lot) from 5 to 10 p.m., Hyatt said. Visitors will be invited to dance to '50s music, and prizes have been planned for the best 1950s attire. Anyone with questions about the show can contact Hyatt at Caledonia Auto Parts. 891-4085, during store hours. SUPERIOR PROTECTION FOR YOUR HOMERS Citizens WSUflANCt w COMPANY o* AWmCA Our biggest concern is you. Visitors to the Caledonia ‘Summer's End' car show can view vehicles ot an makes ana models lined up on Main Street. Owners will be on hand to discuss and explain their cars, trucks and tractors. Last year, more than 250 vehicles were on display. (File photo.) Caledonia man speaks at GOP convention Abolition of the Michigan Single Business Tax and reform of 11 other Michigan If you’re looking lor superior proteclion lor your home and property, then check out the Deluxe Homeowners package available from Citizens Insurance Company. When you add the Deluxe Homeowners package to Citizens’ standard homeowners policy at a nominal cost, you will enjoy additional coverages such as • Guaranteed Replacement Cost coverage for your home and its contents. • Extended Theft coverage • Extended Tree & Shrubbery Removal coverage • Fire Department Service Charge coverage Call your local independent Citizens agent today for thedetails on the Deluxe Homeowners package and these valuable extra coverages. 11. Schwartz Insurance Agency "Our Policy is Service" 497 Arlington St. (M-37) Middleville, Ml 49333 Call: 795-3302 or 891-8208 business taxes was the topic of Frederick Fleischmann’s speech to Michigan Republicans at the State GOP convention at the Amway Grand Aug. 27 in Grand Rapids. Fleischmann of Caledonia, lost his August primary bid to unseat Caledonia Township Supervisor Tom Garbow, but was elected precinct delegate to the Republican County convention last month. Republicans at the county convention selected him for the State Republican Conven­ tion Aug. 26-27. In his speech before a crowd of 3,000 in the Grand Center, Fleischmann was the sole speaker for the adoption of the party plank that called for Michigan Republicans and Governor John Engler to reform the Single Business Urology Specialists of Hastings Jeffrey P. Chapman, M.D Board Certified Urologist Will begin seeing patients September 19 Dr. Chapman specializes in general urol­ ogy including pediatric urology, prostate problems, kidney problems, vasectomy, incontinence and impotence. His office will be located in the Physicians Center at Pennock Hospital, 1005 W. Green St. Hastings. For more information or to schedule an appointment call 948-8411. Tax and 11 other business to 30 percent tally and went on taxes. to adopt four other planks. “The Michigan Single Besides the Michigan Business Tax must go!" he Business Tax Reform plank, said. "Wealth before it can be the other planks were, school taxed must be created and it is administration reform, addi­ Michigan businesses that do tional welfare reforms, crime that. The present Business and police reforms, and Tax structure in Michigan school teaching standards works to drive businesses out reform. of Michigan, discourage While not binding on all business startups, and is a Michigan Republicans, party disincentive for any business planks are used to set considering moving to legislative direction and ob­ Michigan." jectives for elected party of­ The state convention after ficials during the next election Fleischmanns’ speech, ap­ cycle. proved the party plank by a 70 Call for Classifieds Phone 795-3345 �The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml I September 6, 1994 / Page 7 Mortgage MAHERS How to speed up process or gietting a mortgage Simpson employees set vote to unionize by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer By Sue Teitsma Question: 1 am a first time home buyer. I have an application with a mortgage lender for a loan application I am anxious about the applcation and do now know what to expect. I am wondering what information I need to bring to my mortgage application. If I come prepared will this help speed up the process? Answer: I am sure your mortgage lender will appreciate your concern regarding what information they need to effi­ ciently process your mortgage application. Keep in mind that your lender understands that most buyers want the loan ap­ plication and approval process to go as quickly and smoothly as possible. One way to ensure this happens is to be prepared when you meet with your lender to apply for your loan. In the paragraphs to follow I will list and summarize the documents and information commonly required by lenders to process your mortgage application. This list should help you gather the correct information before you meet with your lender for your mortgage application. Remember, it will also help to speed things up if you bring original documents to the application. Generally, copies will be made for the lenders files. The following checklist outlines the essential documents and information that are generally required from all borrowers to complete the mortgage application Remember, every applica­ tion and situation is unique and depending on the circumstances of your mortgage loan and personal situation additional documentation may be required • General Information — Provide your home address(es) for the last two years, a copy of your drivers license, and proof of social security number. • Employment Information — The names and addresses of your employerfs) for the last two years. Furnish the dates of your employment, current paystubs and W2’s for the last two years. • Financial Information — Furnish the names of your bank(s) and/or credit union(s) as well as addresses and account numbers. Also furnish your last three months statements. For stocks, bonds, and investment accounts, provide the name, ad­ dress of your broker as well as the previous three months statements or stock certificates. • Credit Information — For each open account, even if the balance is zero, provide the creditors name, address and ac­ count number. The payment amounts and current balances will also be required. • Application Fee — Check with your local mortgage lender for their application charge. • A list of your assets and the current market value of all assets will also be requested. • If you are self-employed or receive commission or bonus income, you will need to furnish a complete set of your federal tax returns for the last two years and profit and loss statement through the most recent quarter. Contact your mortgage lender to see if additional information is needed. Your real estate agent will have information that will be needed on your property. He or she will provide a copy of the purchase agreement, listing card, title work and legal description. Remember the important step that starts the whole process rolling is the loan application. The questions concerning you, your income, assets and liabilities, and your credit and finan­ cial situation will help your lender determine which type of mortgage loan is best for you. Keep in mind that your mortgage lender and real estate agent will be with you every step of the way throughout this process to help you feel at ease. They also will help you understand the process which will help remove any anxiety you may have. Choosing a lender that you feel comfortable with will also make the financing process less intimidating. Family Dental Care Ronald B. Stegehois, D.D.S 891-1240 We welcome new patients. Please call for your appointment available Monday-Saturday. 9505 Cherry Valley Rd. Caledonia - on M-37 in the new State Farm Bldg just north of the bght M bn MR Becoming unionized has been on the minds of many employees for the past year at the Middleville Simpson In­ dustries plant. Now those thoughts may become a reality with a plant­ wide vote set for Thursday. Sept. 29. to join the United Paperworkers International Union, a division of the AFLCIO and CLC. “The big issue isn’t wages,” explained a member of the organizing committee, “it’s fairness.” Committee members said that the problems they face working at the plant have been escalating over some three years. That is why they have sought to unionize. The group has been courted by more than one union, in­ cluding UPIU and a branch of the United Electrical, Radio and Machine Workers of America. “We choose this union because they also represent the Gladwin (Mich.) plant that is an engine production plant like Middleville." a commit­ tee member said. A meeting was held Sun­ day. Aug. 7. with a union representative. Authorization cards to peti­ tion the National Labor Rela­ tions Board for a hearing were turned in two days later. Normally, the union would not petition the NLRB without at least 60 percent of the eligi­ ble workers turning in cards. Happy 60s plan Sept. 12 potluck The Caledonia Happy 60s Club will hold its first meeting of the new school year at noon. Monday, Sept. 12. Guests and new members are welcome to attend the potluck lunch. Those attending are asked to bring their own table ser­ vice, a dish to share and a $1 gift for bingo. The club also has been in­ vited to attend a video to be shown by the Gaines Historical Society about the Civilian Conservation Corps at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 13, at the Gaines Township Library. The library is located at 421 68th St., between Eastern and Division avenues. Anyone with questions about the club or the meetings should call 698-6335. Middleville Boy Scouts collecting used uniforms The Middleville Boy Scout Troop 105 and Cub Scout Pack 3065 are collecting used boy scout uniforms “This is a way of recycl­ ing." explained Cub Scout representative Beth Blocks ma “We’re giving people the chance to get those unused uniforms out of their closets. We will then give them to boys who don't have uniforms or can't afford one. she said. The collections will be go­ ing on through the month of September Uniforms can be dropped off at either Pastoor's and Phil’s Pizza. Anyone who would like more information can contact either Beth Blocksma at 795-3463 or Laune Brinks at 795-7684. Nearly 70 percent of the hourly plant workers did sign and turn in the authorization cards. According to the organizers, a few more cards have been turned in since that date. This Simpson plant has been in existence for over 20 years. The majority of the workers had not been interested before in becoming unionized and even rejected approaches made by union representatives. But workers say they now feel that joining a union has become necesary and is “our only answer." They cite some of the pro­ blems as unfair labor prac­ tices, including discrimination against women as far as ad­ vancement. favoritism by the management, not being allow­ ed to bid on open jobs, work­ ing in potentially hazardous situations, reduction of benefits, and lower wages than several other Simpson plants. Hourly workers at the Mid­ dleville plant now average $12.79 per hour with no incentives. Organizers explained that the cost of living increase (COLA) allowance was taken away from the workers two years ago when management combined the base wage and COLA and dumped the incentive. When this was done, profit sharing was added and workers were to be eligible for a bonus. One spokesman called this a “bogus bonus" and said that “the management isn’t GLCC Gun Lake Community Church sharing." Workers also have no retirement through the plant. In comparison, two other Michigan plants that are engine products, one in Lit­ chfield and the other in Galdwin. have average wages of $14.79 and $15 plus incen­ tives. respectively. Both have COLA and retirement insurance. Both are also unionized with Gladwin workers belonging to the United Paperworkers. Bob Hart, human resources manager for the engine pro­ ducts group, said. “Our Mid­ dleville employees have raised some legitimate issues with us. “We plan to do everything we can to address those issues." The spokespersons for the workers did say that manage­ ment had begun to post open jobs for bidding purposes recently. “This has obviously been a long stand." said Han. “But we don't believe that unioniz­ ing is in the best interest of either our employees or the company." But hourly workers will make the ultimate decision on the unionization when voting at the end of September. Each hourly employee has one vote. Unionization will become reality at the Simpson-Middleville plant if 50 percent plus one of those that vote are in favor of joining. Before that vote takes place. Hart said. "We are trying to provide all of the factual in­ formation to the employees and hope they would see that the union is not in their best interest.” • Homeownara ” Cath Fast • 1st arxl 2nd Mort®^« purchas* or rtfrwo twxJ comma reSnancmfl ' Homa or Rental Property "Stow Credit O.K. •Bdl Consoi«labon etc. ’Feat Eaay *CaH 24 Hours Altelale Mortgage i Finance Corp. 800-968-2221 F«EE Pre-QuaWicaiton New Design Full Service Family Hair Styling Salon NEW! Casual wear & Sportswear NEW! 4 TANNERS: 2 Booths & 2 Deluxe Beds We use and recommend products by - - OPEN , i saaoe ernzm mscowr «< w. Caledonia Village Center (M-37) • 891-9257 — As Always, Walk-ins Are Welcome -• REAL LIFE... REAL ANSWERS... We would love to have you join us this Sunday for an inspiring and joyful worship celebration. Pastor Keith Dragt Uplifting music with the GLCC Praise Team Mike & Candy Pierce Hartgerink & Boyd Trumpeters Children & Worship & Sunday School Programs Begin New Season Child Care Provided REMEMBER - Due to our recent growth we now have two Sunday Morning Worship Celebrations To Better Serve You 8:30 A.M. & 10:00 A.M. Always true to the scriptures while still relevant for today. Gun Lake Community Church 12200 Chief Noonday Rd. (1/2 mile east of Patterson) 795-7903 �Page 8 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / September 6. 1994 Community can get 1st look at Barber School restortation Sept. 9 by Barbara (jail Staff Writer A ribbon-cutting at 11 a m. Friday, Sept. 9, will mark the official opening of the restored Barber Schoolhouse, now located just north of the Caledonia Fire Bam on Maple Street. The Caledonia Township “POP" INTO CARAWAY STREET For Popcorn Pop into Caraway Street for popoom and .... a great feme learning about Jesus, books ot foe Bible, Btole verses, and Bfote stones Caraway Street is tor ages 4 years o*d through 5fo grade. The program ut*zes fettle people (puppets) and human 'pretend* characters to leach kids about the B tote m a fun way Caraway Street functions much kke Sesame Street, but leaches kids lessons in Christianity. Please join us as we begin our 1994/1995 Caraway Street Season. Date: Sunday, September 11 Time: 6:00 P.M. - 7:00 P.M. Place: Peace Reformed Church Gymnasium 1/2 Off Everyday Cards from Gibson and Gallant Offer good thru Sat., Sept. 17 I I I it Stop in for your FREE class list! • Painting Class and Knitting & Crocheting Class starts Tues., Sept. 13 • Kids Sewing Starts Thurs., Sept. 15 • Many, Many more classes starting RAINBOWS END Yarn, Craft & Variety Caledonia Village Centre I 891-1106 OPEN: Monday-Friday 9 to 7; Saturday 9 to 5 Historical Commission, which has overseen the restoration of the first schoolhouse in the township, also will oversee this first op­ portunity for the public to see the intenor work done so far on the little school. The “grand opening” is planned in conjunction with the Caledoma Village Garage Sales, set for Sept. 9-10. Commission members said their program will last no more than an hour and will feature some local dignitaries and Russ Gregory ofg Ionia, president of the Michigan One-Room Schoolhouse Association. “The community has waited for months, and now it is time for people to see our progress." said commission member Eva Engle. "There's lots more we want to do. but we're just so pleas­ ed at the way things are finally falling together,” added Commission Chairwoman Dorothy Merriman. “For a while there, it seemed so hard to make any progress, but now it’s all coming together. ” The commission plans to use the school as a local museum, and hopes Caledonia teachers will bring their students to visit it as a way of teaching them about life in the past. Originally located at the comer of Whitneyville Road and 96th Street, the Barber School was one of a number of one-room schools that serv­ ed the children of the township. It is. however, generally agreed to be the oldest in the area, built in 1838 or 1839. “(Commission member) Ken Gackler is going to have the exact date documented,” Merriman said. The Caledonia Bicentennial Committee moved the old school in 1976 to the high This is the restored Barber School today, newly restored, painted and trimmed and renovated on the inside as well. The Caledonia Township Historical Commis­ sion invites the community to view the school during its official opening this Friday. Ryan Fleischmann, 5, and his grandmother, Barb Waite, re-create a scene from the days when the one-room Barber School was open to Caledonia students. school property, so it could be repaired and put to use as a local museum, as a meeting place for the Caledonia Historical Society and as an educational facility for the Caledonia schools. At that site, however, van­ dalism plagued the building, and it had to be moved again in 1989, when the present high school wing was built. Community block grant funds have paid to put the old Beg. Balance 12,083.36 INCOME Interest 503.62 Popcorn 261.45 Fundraiser 45,330.95 Carnival 1,365.55 D&W/Spartan 720.07 Santa’s Holiday Shop 7583.09 Playground/PIG 31,167.02 86,931.75 EXPENSES Hosp/Memorial 63.50 Playground 440.39 Class Supplies 1,250.08 Playground (PIG) 31,238.19 Library 1,566.00 Popcorn 93.48 Accounting 44.25 Supplies/Misc. 712.87 Santa’s Holiday Shop 7,279.73 Bookfair 25.00 Carnival 1,021.61 Performing Arts/Field Trip 13,359.00 Fundraiser 26,840.09 Special Occasion Functions 1,106.21 85.040.40 End Balance 8/15/94 13,974.71 school on a new foundation, restore vandalized walls and decaying boards and paint the exterior. Donations of labor and materials from local businesses also have helped make the restoration a reality, said commission members. “Now we're looking for items to put in the school,” Merriman said, adding that Continued next page — Caledonia Dance Center, Inc. Happy members of the Caledonia Township Historical Commission pose on the steps of the historic school, believed to be the oldest in the township. From the left are Dorothy Merriman, Barbara Waite and Eva Engle. Not pictured is Commission member Ken Gackler. Professional Instruction in Tap, Ballet, Jazz and Lyrical Dance We welcome... MR. SAM PEDI Formerly of the Jeffrey Ballet, New York ...to our staff. PRE-SCHOOL THRU ADULT For more information, call... 891-1606 To all new students — bring in this ad and RECEIVE ’5.00 OFF first months lesson. Caledonia Dance Center, Inc. 131 '/2 East Main St., Caledonia �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml I September 6. 1994 I Page 9 Superintendent’s Corner On creating a new vision for schools By Jay S. Cason, Superintendent As of this writing, I have been working for the Thomapple Kellogg schools for one month. School has opened very smoothly and even though new contracts have not been finaliz­ ed, progress seems to be occurring in that area. Several people have asked me about my philosophy or vision of school. While I could write a book on this subject, I will in­ stead share some of my ideas in this column. For me, the most noble position one could aspire to become is that of master teacher. The future of our nation depends on the job that teachers do. Outside of family, most of the really important people in my life have been teachers or coaches. Good teachers hold the key to educational excellence. Conditions have changed drastically since I was a public school student between the years of 1951 and 1964. While it used to be the school’s job to see to a child's academic develop­ ment. and home and church took care of the behavioral and moral components, increasingly, teachers are the only positive influence in many kids’ lives and school the only stable environment. The divorce rate has doubled since 1950. Nearly 25 percent of children under 18 are living in a single-parent home. Only 7 percent of school-age children live in a two-parent home with a single wage earner. More pre-school children are in day care than are at home. Nearly 2 million children live with neither parent. Kids and their parents spend more time watching TV thank talking. By default, the primary responsibility for imparting many traditions and ideas taught and nurtured at home back then, has landed at the classroom doorstep. “Each day, millions of children arrive in American classrooms in search of more than reading and math skills. They are looking for a light in the darkness of their lives, a good Samaritan who will stop and bandage a bruised heart or "ego." Teachers frequently fill this need. If we are going to best serve all of our students we must begin by ensuring that all of our students, as well as all of our teachers having a sense of belonging. "Belonging is a precursor to a quality education." We must create an environment where every person is valued and individual uniqueness is celebrated. As this feeling of belonging, condifence. and safety evolves, everyone must come to believe that intelligence can be developed; that "intelligence is not something you are. it is something you can get;" that all students can learn, and that all students can achieve a high level of success. We also must ensure that all of our instructional activities are organized around how kids learn. There is little collective growth without organization. As Yogi Berra once said, "If you don’t know where you’re going, you can’t possibly get lost." We must also get the community more involved with the schools. Every committee for changing, adding to, or evaluating components of the educational system should in­ clude community members. Frequently, high school students should be a part of these committees. We possess the knowledge to build a great school district and if Thomapple Kellogg is already great, then to make it greater. 1 hope to join hands with teachers, other staff, parents, students and community at large to create a new vision for our schools. TK Schools open smoothly, even without new contract Last November, the Barber School was in ‘critical condition,’ suffering from years of neglect and abuse. Here, FCC , Inc., was beginning to move the old schoolhouse to its new foundation near the Caledonia Fire Barn. (File photo) RESTORATION, from Page 10 the commission would like to hear from anyone who attend­ ed or who know of people who once attended the school. So far, they have some old desks and a slate "blackboard" installed in the building, and other donated memorabilia is being arranged inside. Any persons who have in­ formation about the school or who have items to lend or donate should call the com­ mission at 891-1268 or call the township office at 891-0070. Thornapple Roofing & Siding Vinyl Siding Replacement Windows Free Estimates Licensed Builder 795-2039 $ Credit Problems? Cash $ $ Problems? We can help. $ $ • Refinancing • Home Improvement $ $ • Debt Consolidation $ ? A-One Mortgage Corp. $ $ 310 44th St. S.W .. Wyoming, Ml 49548 $ $ 1-800-870-2663 $ by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Opening day last Tuesday for Thornapple Kellogg schools went “very smoothly" according to new Superintendent Jay Cason. Several others said they felt that the school year started in a very positive and upbeat way. However, teachers and sup­ port staff do not have a new contract yet. Negotiations have been con­ tinuing during the summer and both sides feel that they are close to reaching an agreement. Kevin McGee, TK Educa­ tion Association President and chief negotiator for the TKEA, said. "We have made some great progress and we’re very close on contract talks "There is just one major stumbling block left — and that isn’t a money issue." Negotiations also have been continuing for the TK NonInstructional Association as well. Both the TKEA with 131 members and TKN1A with about 80 members prefer to try to keep the progress of the two groups bargaining close together. "We had a very intensive bargaining session last Mon­ day." said Annmarie Haase, 1KN1A President "I think negotiations could be completed with just one more session. But. we don’t want to get too far away from the other group. " Bruce Bigham, an indepen­ dent negotiator, along with Cason and Alice Jansma, business manager for the district, have been represen­ ting the school board in the bargaining efforts. Board President Jan Siebesma explained that in the past, recently retired board veteran Don Williamson was active with negotiations, along with past superintendent Steve Garrett. Time constraints due to family and career have kept current board members from the tables, said Siebesma. That is why the board choose to hire Bigham, who will negotiate all of the con­ tracts and handle legalities and arbitration as well. Bigham has a three-year contract with the board with an $11,000 annual fee. With the hectic preparation and opening of school, no new negotiations have been scheduled at this time. All parties agreed that school should continue as planned with no threat of a strike in sight. The employee groups will continue to work under the terms of the old contract that expired earlier this year. Home tour to raise funds for Dutton Schools Sept. 22 A tour of homes will be sponsored by Dutton Christian School Circle Thursday, Sept. 22. from 9 a m to 2 p.m. Eight distinctive homes in the Dutton,'Caledonia area will be featured These homes display examples of various decorating styles, including AA to meet Fridays Alaska AA open discussion meeting every Friday at 7:30 p.m. at the Old township Hall. 698-6123. traditional, contemporary, country condo, neo-classic. bem home and Victorian. Tickets are $10 in advance. $12 at the door. Call the school at 698-8660 for tickets or evenings at 698-3128 or 868-2064 No children, please. Beverage and muffins will be served at one home during the tour. All proceeds w ill be used to meet general needs of the school such as books, sup­ plies, play ground equipment, etc. TK Bulletin Board Sept. 6 - Welcome back to school. Sept. 12 - School Board meeting. 7:30 at the High School library. Sept.’15 - Open House: West: 6:30-7:30. Page: 7-8. McFall will have another time for their open house. Sept. 20 - P E T. meeting at 7:00. Mr Cason, our new superintendent will speak. Child care provided. Sept. 26 - P.E.P. meeting at the MS library . 7:00. Here's your opportunity to find out the whys and wherefores of MS. Sept. 28 - School pictures. LOOKING AHEAD February ??? - Carnival. Inside. Come escape the blahs. April 3-7 - Spring break. May 5 - Grandparent’s Day. May 26 - Dare graduation A hardy welcome to all the new staff and teachers that are a part of the TK system. We look forward to you complimenting our (already) outstanding staff and teachers. FOR LOANS. FOR CREDIT CARDS. JOE. BIS Call me Joe, because that's my name. Joe. As in Joe Castillo. I'm a loan offi­ cer. For NBD. And I'm taking my office on-the-road. I want to intro­ duce you to all of the great loans you can get from NBD. NBD Home Improvement, Auto, RV and Boat Loans; Home Equity Credit Lines, and credit cards. You name it. I'll help you apply for it. 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The trophies, made of pewter, are shaped like horses and bear the wording of Na­ tional Champion — Arabian halter mare, and National Champion — Half-Arabian halter mare. Both horses are part of the family's Equi-Venture Farms. Ben showed Arabian mare. "Award.” and half Arabian mare. "My Toskezia.” In halter competition, the handler cannot touch the horse. The handler must get the horse to do as the judges ask by either verbal com­ mands or through eye-to-eye communication. "The horse has no tack.” explained Ben. The handler uses only a light rein during the showing. Three judges, who are very critical, evaluate the horse that is expected to be in perfect conformation, accor­ ding to Ben. "This is more challenging and more fun to me than riding,” he explained. But competitors in the halter category still need to have a riding ribbon to compete. Earlier this summer. Ben had placed in competition at a regional show . He was named regional champion in the amateur owner handler halter competition of a stallion. But the national competition MACOMBER WELDING & MILLWRIGHT SERVICE INC. New & used steel • • • • Angles Flats Channels Tubing • Plate • Pipe • Sheets •Beams (616) 698-0819 3255 68lh Street S,E, • Dutton does not allow for junior handlers (under 18) to handle stallions. Ben was not the only one in the family to bring home awards from the national competition His sister. 12-year-old Brooke Berends. rode Coun­ try Pleasure in the saddle seat equitation event and placed in the top 10. Brooke also was in the top 10 in the ladies English side saddle competition riding My Toskezia. "I get really nervous right before the competition." said Brooke. "The judges are judging on how you present the horse,” she said. During this competition. Brooke must wear a full riding outfit including gloves, hat. and boots. "I almost lost my hat once, so now I use duct tape to make sure it doesn’t come off.” she laughed. Just for safetey’s sake. Brooke also tapes the gloves at the wrists, and the pants in­ to her boots. Brooke also competed in the regional events earlier this summer and brought home regional championships. Neither Ben or Brooke are rookies when it comes to com­ peting in horse shows. Ben started riding and showing horses at 8. Brooke was 4 years old when she storied to ride. Two younger sisters, 8-year-old Stacie and 4-yearold Katie, are following in their older siblings’ footsteps. Stacie already has started in The love of horses runs in the family. 17-year-old Ben Hess (bock) is mounted on Ace, 12-year-old Brooke Berends is on My Toskezia, and mom Donna Berends holds the reins as 4-year-old Katie and 8-year-old Stacie sit on Heather. Double national championships were earned by 17-year-old Ben Hess. He com­ peted in the halter handling events with My Toskezia (left), a half Arabian mare, and with Award, an Arabian mare. One of the trophies he won is placed in the grass in front of him. My Toskezia, a half American soddlebred and half Arabian more, knows just what 12-year-old Brooke Berends wants her to do by the movement of the double reins. competition Even Katie has started and proudly displays a blue ribbon for her participation in a 4-H fair event. Their parents, equine veterinarian John Berends and Donna Berends (and Brooke’s mom. Billie Berends of Caledonia) have offered sup­ port and encouragement to the kids John and Donna actively in­ volve the kids in the family business of raising Arabians. along with the vet business. Ben has a couple more shows to go before the end of the season And the whole family is looking forward to competi lion beginning this spring in April. Phone 795-3345 ...for Sun & News ACTION ADS! �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / September 6, 1994 / Page 11 Gun Lake Church adds new minister recently Serving Our Country Mike Pierce has come back to his native West Michigan to start duties as minister of discipleship at the Gun Lake Community Church. Pierce, who with his wife. Candy, was bom and raised in Kalamazoo, had been involv­ ed in new church development ministry in Blue Springs. Mo., a suburb of Kansas City, for the past year and a half. He also had been a senior pastor for a church in Platte. S.D.. and was involved in new church in Lexington. Ky. He decided to come back to his roots and take on the challenge at Gun Lake, a growing church that now has about 400 people at two worship services Sunday mornings Pierce had known Gun Lake Community Church Senior Pastor Keith Dragt when both attended Western Seminary in Holland and he was lured back to this area He said his new position in­ volves teaching and develop­ ing Christians and working with small groups. The senior pastor already has his hands full with a growing congrega­ tion and needs to concentrate more on Sunday services and administration “It's a behind the scenes ministry more than up front.” Pierce said of his new post. “This position had been in the works for a long time. ” He said Gun Lake Com­ munity Church, though af- ■ filiated with the Reformed Church of America, reaches beyond denominational boundaries. “It's a real mixed bag." he said. “There is a tremendous variety of folks at Gun Lake and we tend to be a regional church. We also take in peo­ ple from Hastings. Mid­ dleville. Plainwell and Wayland.” Pierce said it’s important that the local church not con­ fine itself. “People 40-ish and under have difficulty relating to a strong denominational tag and we understand that. ” About coming back to this area to take a new job, he said. “The kind of work ap­ pealed to me and there are family considerations, a little bit of a homing instinct. “It’s a beautiful area (Gun Lake), very green. But our in­ itial impression is that it’s get­ ting a little too cold too early.” Pierce graduated from Western Michigan University in 1971 w ith a bachelor of arts degree and he attended the University of Montana. He earned master of divinity degree from Western Seminary in 1984. He and his wife have three children. Melinda. 19. a sophomore at WMU. transferring from the Univer­ sity of Missouri at Kansas Ci­ ty; Monica, 17, a senior at Thornapple Kellogg High School; and Taylor, almost 14. an eighth-grader at TK. Michael D. Strickler Navy Airman Apprentice Michael D. Strickler, son of Denise S. James of 2679 Oakleigh Road. Middleville, recently graduated from the Basic Avionics Technician Course. During the course at Naval Air Technical Center. Naval Air Station Memphis. Mill­ ington. Tenn., students receive technical instruction on the fundamentals necessary to perform job-entry level aviation electronics maintenance tasks. Students also receive instruction to prepare them for further specialized training on opera­ tional aviation electronics equipment found in naval aircraft. The 1993 graduate of Estero High School of Estero. Fla., joined the Navy in September 1993. 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She received a $500 scholarship and was one of 131 recipients of TPA scholarships during 1994 TPA awarded a total of $98,800 this sear. Since the beginning of the program in 1975. the associa­ tion has awarded 698 scholar­ ships totalling $425,000. Photo Center FREE 2nd Set Premium Quality Prints Free 2nd Set of 3 1/2” qt 4” premium film Kodakjx Processing for finer detail, sharper images H trust yuurpneiuus memories to the experts' W < Jt UTIJlS TO OVERSIGHT sERVK E.S ONLY RUFFLES POTATO CHIPS all flavors t oz bag COKE, WET COKE, CLASSIC COKE OR CHERRY COKE 12 pack mol cams SPRITE, WET SPRITE, MR. P1BB, FRESCA or MELLOW YELLOW 12 PACK 2OZ CANS BUDWEISER 24 pack 2 az cans BEVERAGE ITEMS PLUS APPLICABLE TAXES AND DEPOSITS 99‘ $2" »249 »12” BEVERAGE PACES ARE FOR NON REFMGXRATED PRODUCTS ONLY For the Rite Aid Pharmacy near you...call 1 -800-4-DRUGSTORES �Page 12 I The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml / September 6, 1994 | OBITUARIES Andrew J. Downing----------------- ------------------------------MIDDLEVILLE - Andrew J. Downing, 78 of Bowens Mill Road, Middleville passed away Monday, August 29, 1994. He was bom on December 28, 1915 at Plevna, Missouri the son of Caude and Estella Downing. Mr. Downing attended Westminster College in Fulton, Missouri, graduating in 1939. He was employed at Upjohn for 19 years as a Research Chemist and was a teacher at Hopkins High School for 19 years, teaching Physics, Chemistry and Science. Mr. Downing was Chief Pilot on a B-17 in World War II, flying 35 missions. He was shot down over France and made a dramatic run for the coast with no loss of any crew members. He received six Air Medals, Distinguished Flying Cross, Croix de Guerre with Palm, Presidential Unit Cita­ tion with Two Oak Leaf Clus­ motor home. Mr. Downing is survived by his wife, Marion C. Downing; one son, Andrew Jackson Downing II of Sl Louis, Missouri; two daughters, Andrea (Dennis) Doetzel and Claudia (John) Preisack, both of St. Louis, Missouri; four grandchildren; one great­ grandchild; two brothers, Donald (Anne) Downing of Edina, Missouri and James Willis (Morena) Downing of Colorado Springs, Colorado; one sister, Dorothy Downing of Newark, Missouri; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held ters and Six Campaign Ribbons with Six Stars. He was Yankee Springs Supervisor for 10 years and instrumental in starting the Gun Lake Sewer Authority which he was manager of for 2 years. He was an avid golfer, boater, sportsman and in retire­ ment traveled extensively by Thursday, September 1 at Beeler Funeral Chapel with Reverend Rex E. Bean and Reverend James W. Downing officiating. Interment in Coman Cemetery, Middleville. Memorial contributions may be made to Pennock Foundation. Nina V. Sister--------------------------------------------- —---------CHARLOTTE - Nina V. Sisler, 71 of Charlotte passed away Thursday, September 1, 1994 at MCMC Greenlawn Campus. She was bom in Crooked Run, West Virginia, the daughter of Porter Clevenger and Georgia (Davis) Barnes. Nina was a clerk for 13 years for T.G. & Y, also a member of the Battle Creek Seventh Day Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Carlton L. Sisler in 1974; a sister, Helen Constable in 1987. Nina is survived by two daughters, Dorothy (Robert) Du mi re of Charlotte and Marie (Melvin) Kellogg of Wood­ land; grandchildren, Robert Scott Dumire, Eric Todd Dumire, Amy Elizabeth Dumire, David Carlton Dumire, Deanna and Jeff Brighton, Kenneth L. Kellogg; three brothers, Frank Barnes and Max (Katie) Barnes both of West Virginia and Willard Rex (Verta) Barnes of Ohio. Funeral services were held Saturday, September 3 at the Pray Funeral Home in Charlot­ te with Pastor Mark Woodbury officiating. Interment at the Brick Church Cemetery in Lost Creek, West Virginia. Schools just might be ‘b ear-y’ nice place! Kettle Lake kindergartener Cy Cooper arrived for his first day of school to find this beary friendly furry fellow waiting with book in paws to greet him at the classroom door. How 1 Legally Stopped Paying Federal Income Tax Like many kindergarteners, Cy arrived with his parents for an orientation program as classes got underway last week. by Barrie L. Konicov Candidate for U.S. Congress from the 3rd District of Michigan My name is Barrie Konicov, and I am running for U.S. Congress on the Libertarian ballot in your district, which includes Kent, Ionia, and the northern half of Barry County. I am a Libertarian because Libertarians support the Constitution. The Constitution says that We the People are not to be taxed directly by the federal United States Government. A direct tax is an income tax which the Constitution expressly forbids the federal government from imposing on us. IRS TAXES ARE VOLUNTARY Stop and see - your choice is clear. Richard J. Choryan, O.D. DOCTOR OF OPTOMETRY 133 E. Main St., Caledonia, Ml 891-9224 Dykstra's Preferred Poured Walls, Inc. • Poured basement walls • Fl at work • Farm work w^F*"** ROB DYKSTRA, Owner 10698 Finkbeiner Rd., Middleville / "T .41 /O / I know they are voluntary because my wife, Susie, has received a letter from the IRS exempting her from both filing and paying federal income tax. IF 1 AM NOT REQUIRED TO FILE OR PAY FEDERAL INCOME TAX, THEN NEITHER SHOULD YOU. Charter Township Of Caledonia Here are a few additional topics that I will be covering: • Stopping Audits • Stopping Employment W ithholdings • Stopping IRS Threats • Stopping Bank Account Levies • Removing Tax Liens • Stopping Wage Garnishments 1 would like to invite you to attend a FREE Lecture open to the public on the subject of taxes and money on Tuesday, September 6th at 7:00 P.M. at Thomas Jefferson Hall, 328 S. Jefferson, in Hastings. In preparation for the meeting, I ask you co call the IRS at 1-SCO-829-1040 and ask them die following question. “What law or stature requires me 8o file or pay federal income tax’" Wore down whatever they tell you, and bring it to the meeting along with a friend! Paid for by The Bame Konicov for Congress Committee 9390 Whimeyville Rd SE, Alto, Michigan Postal Code 49302 Telephone: (616)891-2217 Caledonia, Michigan 49316 “At the Growing Edge of Kent County" PUBLIC NOTICE TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA Public Hearing on Basic Cable Television Rates PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that a public hearing will be held by the Township of Caledonia at 7:00 P M on September 21, 1994 at 250 Maple St on the Form 1220 and proposed schedule of rates of C-Tec Cablevision for the basic cable television service tier and associated equipment Interested parties may appear in person, by agent or by letter at such hearing to submit comments on or objections to the Form 1220 and proposed schedule of basic cable rates. Copies of the Form 1220 and proposed schedule of basic cable rates and related information (except those parts which may be withheld as proprietary) are available for inspection or copying from the office of the Township Clerk located at 250 Maple Patrica Snyder September 1,1994 Caledonia Township Clerk (303) �The Sun and News.-Middleville, Ml I September 6. 1994 / Page 13 AREA LUNCH MENUS Thomapple Kellogg Breakfast Menu Wednesday, Sept. 7 Waffles/syrup, apple juice, milk. Thursday, Sept. 8 Ham and egg pattie on a biscuit, grape juice, milk. Friday, Sept. 9 Pancakes/syrup, orange juice, milk. Monday, Sept. 12 Cold cereal, cinnamon toast, blueberries, milk Tuesday, Sept. 13 Bagel/cream cheese, or jel­ ly. orange juice, milk. Thursday, Sept. 8 Spaghetti w/meat sauce, garlic toast, green beans or french fries, fruit choice, milk. Friday, Sept. 9 Turkey/cheese pita, peas or french fries, fruit choice, milk. Monday, Sept. 12 Hot dog w/bun. com or french fries, fruit choice, milk. Tuesday. Sept. 13 Pizza, french fries, fruit choice, milk. Caledonia Community High/Middle Schools Lunch Menu Wednesday, Sept. 7 Sub sandwich, peas or french fries, fruit choice, milk. Thomapple Kellogg School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Sept. 7 Turkey Fajita on Soft Shell, golden com. fresh fruit. M.S. Salad Bar. Caledonia Community Schools Talk Back... By Douglas Busman, Superintendent Q. If times are so tight, how can the school district afford to loan $27,000 to the soccer supporters? A. The board recognizes the effort on the part of SOS (Sup­ porters of Soccer) to raise $27,000 toward lights and press box for soccer. The ftinds loaned to SOS come from a designated fund called “public improvement.*’ This account can only be used for capital improvements. In the long run the group of in­ terested citizens comprising SOS will provide a $27,000 dona­ tion to the school district which will benefit students for years to come. Q. I thought schools were out of the millage business if Pro­ posal A was adopted. Why is the school asking for millage on Sept. 27? A. Proposal A shifted funding for Caledonia Schools from over dependence on local property tax to a combination of state controlled sales tax, minimal property tax for homeowners, and business properly tax. Thus the money to operate schools is provided by the State of Michigan. Revenues provided by the state to operate schools will limit the ability of local schools to generate revenues. However, Proposal A did provide a three-year “window” to give local taxpayers one last oppor­ tunity to invest local money into local schools. Q. Why is the school asking for money for a technology plan? A. the board feels that technology is a wise long-range in­ vestment in student and teacher productivity. Technology also provides a specific way to insure voters how their money will be spent. Q. Why is the district charging athletes $35 per sport to par­ ticipate in athletics? A. The pay-to-participate fee will be used to offset the cost of transportation for interscholastic teams. This fee is a small part of a comprehensive plan to trim $700,000 from the school district budget. Almost every area of the school operation was asked to share in the cuts. The pay to participate fee represents an effort on the part of the athletic department. If you have questions about these subjects, or have a concern you would like to see addressed in this column, call the Caledonia Community Schools administrative office at (616) 891-8185 or write to Superintendent Douglas Busman at P.O. Box 128, Caledonia. Ml 49316. SAVE $100! 16 • 16 • 16 FERTILIZER 50/bS.-«„hS699 Thursday. Sept. 8 Macaroni and cheese, broc­ coli. muffin, cherries. Frida?. Sept. 9 Pizza, cole slaw or sweet potatoes, grape juice. Monday. Sept. 12 Cheeseburger on a bun. condiments, oven fries, peaches in light syrup. H.S. Salad Bar Tuesday. Sept. 13 El. Break/Lunch, pan­ cakes/sausage. potato, orange juice, H.S. & M.S. Pork pat­ tie. bread, mashed potatoes, veg. and orange juice. NOTE: Whole or lowfat milk offered each day. Alt. menu at El. Monday, hot dog; Tuesday, turkey on bun; Wednesday, salad bar; Thurs­ day. hamburger; Friday, fishwich. Variety of sandwiches and salads at High School and Middle. Caledonia Community Schools High/Middle Meal Deal Menu Wednesday. Sept. 7 BYO homemade burrito, french fries. Vite Pup, milk. Thursday, Sept. 8 Chicken Fajita, french fries. Vita Pup. milk Fridas. Sept. 9 Itza Pizza, french fries. Vita Pup. milk. Potato bar. Monday, Sept. 12 BYO bacon double cheeseburger w/bun, french fries. Vita Pup. milk. Tuesday, Sept. 13 Mexican bar. Vita Pup, milk. MIDDLEVILLE HERITAGE DAYS — September 17 — 3 on 3 Basketball 4 on 4 Volleyball Co-ed Softball Horseshoes SIGN-UP DEADLINE SEPT. 10 Contact — Jo 795-7033 • Denise 795-7229 Caledonia Farmers Elevator 136 E. Main Street • Caledonia 891-8108 • Open 6 Dav - a Week NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Village of Middleville Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a REZONING AND A SPECIAL USE PERMIT for the property at 317 Arlington Street. The request is being made by Michael and Karen Humphreys. Proposed Use The applicants propose to rezone the poroperty from the R-1, Low Density Single Family zone, to the R-2 Medium Denisty Family zone. They hope to convert the existing single family home into a real estate office. Under the zoning or­ dinance, offices are allowed by Special Use Permit in the R-2 zone, but not in the R-1 zone. If the applicants are granted their rezoning and Special Use Permit, they will then draw up a formal site plan for review by the Site Plan Review Committee of the Planning Commission. The applicants plan no major changes to the building. If the home is con­ verted to office use, however, they will need to provide ad­ ditional parking for 10 cars due to the requirements of the zoning ordinance. Where the hearing will be held: At the Middleville Village Hall, 100 E. Main Street, Mid­ dleville, Ml 49333. When: On Monday, September 19, 1994 at 7:00 p.m. Materials pertaining to this proposal can be viewed at the Middleville Village Hall at 100 E. Main Street, Middleville 49333. Written comments can be sent to the above address, or can be relayed via telephone to the Village at 616-795-3385, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (301) Caledonia Summer’s End AUTO SHOW and SHINE IM at the Village of Caledonia Friday and Saturday Sat., Sept. 10 • 9 am ■ 3 pm Sept. 9 & 10 MAIN STREET - CALEDONIA NO Judging - Just Have Some Fun! • 50/50 Drawing INFORMATiON/REGISTRATION Caledonia Auto Parts, Inc. 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. • Great Deals! 227 E. Main St. • 891-4085 • Many Participants *3.00 REGISTRATION FEE Dash Plaques & Goodie Bags to the First 300 Cars Reg. $7.99 Covers 8,000 sq. ft. PHONE 795-3345 for Sun & News Action-Ads, reach over 7,000 area homes! See Antique at the . Hevato<i Many, Many Treasures Old & New Antique “CUSHMAN SCOOTERS” (On Lake Street next to Post Office) SAL FOOD BOOTHS Downtown �Page 14 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I September 6, 1994 Alto Fall Festival is this Saturday Sept. 10 Letters We should go after outside grant money To the editor: In response to the Rails to Trails letter: i can understand concern for the cost of such a project, and I would like to share with the public, that there is DNR money available to fund a large part of this project. Though getting grant money will not be easy, it is available to Middleville. Many villages that have developed the rail trails have done so to connect town to town, allowing different groups and hobby clubs to bet­ ter use these trails. Other towns that have developed these trails have us­ ed the DNR to help patrol their trails. I would think there would be more liability worries over a boardwalk type trail or just a poorly constructed trail With the efforts put forth for grants, a good majority of this funding will come from the outside But there is a deadline to meet, Dec. 31. and our time is running out. Middleville is becoming a larger town. Developers have brought in more housing and with it the people, in our com­ munity, these children and adults need to have places to ride their bikes and hike. We have set aside enough land for parks. It is time now we as a town went after outside money to develop these parks. ZYLSTR7V DOOR, INC. “Where the customer comes first" CARAGE DOORS AND OPENERS RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • Sales • Service • Installation Member of the Grand Rapids Homebuilders Association 698-7242 ______ 3086 92nd S.E., Caledonia One of the nicest things about a small town can be its parks and trails open to the community. We have gotten a new village planner. Jason Cherry. He has worked and developed another small water town front such as ours, one that had fallen from its once busy downtown activity. I believe he has the knowledge and ability to help us develop here in Mid­ dleville. but I also believe that it will take the community's effort for it to be successful. I believe Middleville to be in real need of finding and developing something for the youth of its towns, something to be in real need of finding and developing something for the youth of its town, something positive for the community as a whole. As a Planning and Zoning Board member I have agreed to serve on the community to help us to get the grant money needed to help develop our parks, and to work toward the possibility of restoring and saving the old train depot. There needs to be folks from our community willing to give positive input and ef­ fort toward getting these grants. If you think that you would be interested in this please contact our village planner at the village hall. Katherine A. Encinas Middleville The 14th annual Alto Fall Festival will take place Satur­ day. Sept. 10 with a full day of activities for the whole family. The Grand Circle of Clowns will be back this year to make balloon animals for the kids, a big hit last year. The Orbotron will provide rides for a small fee. Orbotron is a ride in which you are strapped in and then spun in a weightless state. Winners of the antique trac­ tor and ugliest tractor contest will be picked by the public. The events will start at 9 a.m. and conclude at 5 p.m. A fee of $10 will be charged to register for the ugliest trac­ tor contest, with winners tak­ ing home 50 percent of the purse. To be eligible, trucks must be in good running con­ dition and meet Michigan automobile standards. The festival will be kicked off by a kids' bicycle parade at 9 a.m. The big parade will begin at 12:15 p.m. and will be followed by a return visit of the Lansing Hayloft Kickers who will perform for 20 to 30 minutes. Kids, parents and food preferences discussed Babies, who eat what adults feed them, cheerfully con­ sume fruits, vegetables, cereals and milk, but by the time they’re six or so, most kids have learned to crave hot dogs, potato chips, soft drinks and other foods that are high in fat and/or calories and low in nutrients. According to Dr. Leann Birch of the Child Develop­ ment Laboratory at the University of Illinois at Ur­ bana, “A six-year-old American child avidly con­ sumes hamburgers, but the same food would elicit disgust from her counterpart in India.” Why do American kids like high-fat foods? Birch and her colleagues have come up with some answers. The preference for sweets is innate in humans, but the preference for fat is probably shaped by social fac­ tors then genetics. Our society has plenty of high-fat foods and the sweets that kids like are often also high in fat. These foods are associated with fun and festivity and are often given as rewards for good behavior. And they are heavily promoted on televi­ sion. Even if you stock our cupboards with healthy foods, your children are likely to be offered less wholesome choices at school, at parties and in other people’s kitchens. *So how do conscientious parents and grandparents get a child to like a healthy diet? A combination of strategies and attitudes seems to work best. It’s never a good idea to force a child to eat anything no mat­ ter how nutritious it is. Also, don’t get discouraged. The food your child refuses 10 times in a row may be ac­ cepted the 11th time it’s of­ fered. Remember, children — and most other omnivorous animals — are cautious about foods they haven’t tried. It’s not possible or desirable to deprive a child of all sweets and treats. Even adults like a treat now and then. Research shows that giving certain foods as rewards for good behavior, especially when the BINGO American Legion Post #305 9548 Cherry Valley. Caledonia • THURSDAY • Early Bird - 6:30 PM Water Gardening Water lilies, water plants, goldfish and koi. Also installa­ tion of waterfalls and ponds. Apol’s Landscaping Company • 69b-iow .. or call for an appointment to visit our ponds and water gardens at 9340 Kalamazoo Caledonia adult praises the child as well and pays him favorable atten­ tion, has an effect on food preferences. Even children who aren’t particularly en­ thusiastic about a healthy treat learn to like it under such conditions. Three-on-three basketball for kids, volleyball and a hole­ in-one competition will add a little challenge to visitors, but the main competition will come from the tug-of-war pits. The tug-of-war will be held at 2 p.m.. and joining this year's adult contest is a junior competition. A cow chip bingo contest will be held, as will a 50-50 raffie. The cow chip contest will cost $2 per square and reward some lucky gambler with some cash for the cow doing what only comes natural. Live music will be available from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.. as some of Alto's finest youngsters put on a concert after talent show. This year's festival will pro­ vide a jail which, for a small fee. can house someone on your revenge list. The Alto jail opens at noon. Ten to 20 of Michigan's crafters will be present to sell their wares in a craft show. Stretchercise Step aerobics and more! Easy to follow routines. Work at your own fitness level. M & W • 6:30-7:30 T Si Th • 3:45-4:45 McFall Elementary All-Purpose Room, Middleville $3.50 per class $3.00 per class If advance pay Classes starting Sept. 12 Call Donna Harmon 795-7273 or Middleville Comm. Eo. why call Spencer's Towing? ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 24 Hour Service Radio Dispatch Fully Insured Flatbed Service Emergency Tire Repair Jumpstarts Lock Outs 8 Trucks Available We bill direct to every insurance agency in Barry County, including: • • • • • AAA • ERS Amoco • Allstate AARP • Farmers Montgomery Wards • State Farm Auto Owners • Cross Country we are on the 91 f Emergency Call List SPENCER'S TOWING 795-3369 — or — 1-800-635-9964 MIDDLEVILLE �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I September 6, 1994 / Page 15 The first proposal on the ballot will be Proposal A. The hallow will read like this: “PROPOSAL A: A PROPOSAL TO CONVENE A CONSTITUTIONAL CONVENTION FOR THE PUR­ POSE TO DRAFTING A GENERAL REVISION OF THE STATE CONSTITUTION Shall a convention of elected delegates be convened in 1995 to draft a general revision of the state constition for presentation to the state's voters for their approval or rejection?" Capitol Commentary By Sen. Dick Post humus Statewide ballot issues face voters (This article is the first in a five-part series) This November, Michigan voters will head to the polls to elect public officials at the national, state and local levels. While this in itself is an important civic responsibility, voters will also be asked to decide on four statewide ballot issues. The issues before us this fall include no-fault automobile in­ surance, the state park system, appeals for certain convicted criminals and a possible constitutional convention. All could have a major impact on the people of this state. Considering the importance of these issues, 1 will deal one ballot question every week in my column over the next four weeks. This will give you an opportunity to learn as much as possible about these proposals before election day. The State Board of Canvassers recently approved the language that will appear on the ballot to describe each pro­ posal. This week, I would like to provide you with that language and a brief summary of the proposals to give you time to familiarize yourself with each issue. Reminder/Sun & News Carrier Wanted ...for a driving route in the Cale­ donia area. 700 papers. Call Samm at 945-9554 Basically, Proposal A is asking Michigan voters whether they believe a constitutional convention should be held to re­ write the state constitution. When the Michigan Constitution was written in 1963. framers wanted to make sure the document wouldn’t become outdated. So to allow for progress and change, they included a provision in the constitution that requires Michigan voters to be asked every 16 years whether revision is needed to the docu­ ment. The last vote was in 1978. The second proposal on the ballot will be Proposal B The ballow will read like this: PROPOSAL B: A PROPOSAL TO LIMIT CRIMINAL APPEALS. The proposed constitutional amendment would restrict a criminal defendent who pleads guilty or no contest from appealing his or her conviction without the permission of the court. Currently, someone who pleads guilty or no contest to a crime has the automatic right to appeal.' ’ OWN YOUR OWN HOME FOR $25,900 + TAX One Week Only — Your Choice 28x40 or 16x80, shingled roof, vinyl siding. 2x6 walls. Call for additional available options. Don’t Delay ... Save Today! SOUTHWEST Mobile & Modular Homes 6150 S. Division • Grand Rapids, Ml 49548 Basically, the plan proposes to give motorists more choice and lower insurance costs. Currently, Michigan’s no-fault system requires all drivers to carry unlimited medical benefits. 891-1287 or 79Z 616-534-4967 Family Owned & Operated for 57 Years t ZZZZ FALL LEAGUE OPENINGS Men wanted for the Following Men’s Leagues □ MONDAY - Industrial 6:30 p.m. Needs two 5 person teams - starts Sept. 12 □ TUESDAY ■ Wolverine 6:30 p.m. - Has individual openings - starts Sept. 6 □ THURSDAY • Classic 6:30 p.m. - Needs one 5 person team, one team needs 2 bowlers, one team needs 3 bowlers starts Sept. 8 Thirsty Night 9:15 p.m. - 3 person teams - has openings for teams and individuals starts Sept. 8 — MIXED LEAGUE BOWLERS NEEDED — Daytime women’s League openings — Babysitting Available □ TUESDAY Middleville Ladies 12:30 p.m. starts Sept. 6 4 women per team. □ FRIDAY - Early Risers 9:30 a.m. starts Sept. 9 - 4 women per ♦earn, both leagues have openings for individuals and teams. □ TUESDAY • 9 a.m. Mixed - Men, women or mixed teams 3 per team, starts Sept. 6 □ WEDNESDAY - Senior Social Lunch and Bowl ■ 10 a.m. 2 per team, men, women or mixed, starts Sept. 7 - 8 week sessions, $6.50 per person. □ THURSDAY Midnight League (12:30 a.m. Fri.) has team and in­ dividual openings, 3 bowlers per team, men, women or mixed. □ FRIDAY • Mixed Short Season Sept, thru Dec. Men, women or mix­ ed, 4 per team. Team and individual openings, starts Sept. 16 □ SUNDAY 6:30 p.m. Every Other Week Mixed Men, women or mix­ ed - 4 per team, starts Sept. 18 Junior-Adult Leagues 2 Per Team □ SUNDAYS 1:30 p.m. Every Other Week starts Sept 11 Youth Bowling Sign-up Saturday, Sept. 10,11 a.m. to 5 p.m. □ O □ □ In a nutshell. Proposal B aims to provide our state parks with a stable funding source far into the future. For far too long, our parks have suffered from funding cuts and tight budgets This measure would restore our parks and ensure they arc available for our children to use in the coming years. As you can see. there are a lot of decisions to be made this November. I hope that by providing you with as much infor­ mation about these ballot questions as possible, you will feel confident in making your choices. Next week. 1 will go into more detail about Proposal A If you have any further questions about these proposals or other issues, please feel free to contact my office at (517) 373-0797. Supporters of this proposal believe limiting automatic ap­ peals for offenders who plead guilty or no contest will save tax­ payers a significant amount of money and reduce the appellate courts’ backlog. Your third ballot decision will be on Proposal C. The ballot will read like this: PROPOSAL C: A REFERNDUM ON PUBLIC ACT 143 OF 1993 - AN AMENDMENT TO MICHIGAN’S AUTO INSURANCE LAWS. Public Act 143 of 1993 would 1) Reduce auto insurance rates by 16 percent (average) for six months for policyholders reducing per­ sonal injury (medical) insurance to $1 million. Extra coverage made available at added cost, 2) Permit the in­ surance commissioner to waive company's obligation to reduce rates if statutory formula would be in excess of the 1989-1992 state average, 3) Place limits on personal injury benefits. 4) Limit fee paid to health care pro­ viders, 5) Limit right to sue by setting higher standards for the recovery of damages for ‘pain and suffering’ and prevent uninsured drivers and drivers over 50 percent at fault from collecting damages, and 6) Allow rate reduc­ tions for accident-free driving with the same insurer.” ■ MIDDLEVILLA LANES W although nearly every claim falls below the $250,000 common­ ly required by other states. The final proposal deals with Michigan's crown jewels — the state parks. The ballot will read like this: “PROPOSAL P: A PROPOSAL TO ESTABLISH A MICHIGAN STATE PARKS ENDOWMENT FUND. INCREASE THE MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE FUNDS IN THE MICHIGAN NATURAL RESOURCES TRUST FUND AND ELIMINATE THE DIVERSION OF DEDICATED REVENUE FROM THE MICHIGAN NATURAL RESOURCES TRUST FUND The proposed constitutional amendment would: 1) Establish a Michigan State Parks Endowment Fund to be funded by certain royalties, bonuses and rentals col­ lected by the state from the drilling of oil and gas or min ing of minerals on state-owned land. 2) Require that money in the Endowment Fund be used to operate, maintain and improve Michigan's state parks. 3) Limit accumulated principal of the Endowment Fund to $800 million with annual adjustments for inflation. 4) Increase the maximum principal of the Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund from $200 million to $400 million. 4) Eliminate the diversion of dedicated revenue from the Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund.” WEDNESDAY 4 p.m., 2 per team THURSDAY 2:30 p.m., 3 per team SATURDAY 9 a.m. & 12:30 p.m., 4 per team PEE WEE BUMPER BOWLING LEAGUE, Saturdays 12:30 p.m i WHY ARE THESE THE FASTEST MOVING BALERS AROUND? ■ Self-cleaning diamond-tread belts give you fast bale starts, and keep leaves in the bale. ■ 5 models available, for bales from 750 up to 2,000 pounds. Including the new 385 Baler, with its 4-foot wide, 1,050-pound bales. ■ Surface wrap (available on 435 and 535) speeds baling while protecting hay quality. Stop in and check all the features. SEE THEM HERE! LOW RATE 4.5% variable interest Rate 36 Months (To Qualified Buyers) GOOD DEALS...ANDA G00DDEALM0RE Mark Your calendar Thursday, Sept. 15 for the introduction of the New Tractors ^JOHN DEEREjj Thornapple valley Equipment, inc. 1690 S. Bedford Rd., Hastings, Michigan 49058 On M-37 North of Middleville • Open 7 days a week Ph.(616) 945-9526 A �Page 16 / The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml / September 6 1994 T-K girl runners place 3rd in All-County cross country meet Sarah Matson cracked the Maple Valley and Hastings strangle hold on the Barry County Cross Country Meet, by finishing sixth, Wednesday. Matson’s sixth place puts her on the J-ad Graphics All­ Barry County team for the second year in a row. She finished with a time of 21 minutes, 48 seconds. All-slate Class C runner Kathryn Murphy from Maple Valley finished first al 19:26, followed by teammate Rachel Thompson. Three Hastings runners then crossed the line followed by Matson. Wendy Wisniewski finished ninth with a time of 22:27 and Jessi Davis came in 14th at 23:46 to finish in the medals for the Lady Trojans. Sarah Allore finished 16th at 24:10 and Stephanie Potter clocked in at 25:57 to round out the scoring for the team. A point score is given to each runner as they cross the finish line. First place is one point, second place gets two points, etc. Low score wins the meet. Only the top five runners are used for meet scoring but a team can field up to seven runners who will earn a score. Any runner finishing eighth on up for a team run for just time. A perfect score would be 15 points for a team. Hastings won the girls meet with 44 points, followed by Maple Valley with 47 and Middleville with 69. Delton finished with 77 points and Lakewood was fifth with 98 points. Coach Tammy Benjamin said the biggest obstacle for this year's team is the small number of runners w ho have come out. Sarah Allore, Matson and Wisniewski are returning from last year's O-K Blue conference championship team for the girls. Benjamin said Jessi Davis is a new runner this season and is looking good early in the season. Three letter winners, Dood, Justin Blake and Andy Dragt came out for the boys team. The coach said the team is working on building up "quality miles and a lot of trail miles." The teams travel to the Godwin Invitational, Thursday. T-K netters down Caledonia 6-2 Sweeping the doubles matches and winning two of the four singles matches, the Middleville girls tennis team defeated Caledonia, Aug. 29 in the opening dual match of the season for both teams. Trojan Erin Wolverton defeated Kris VanBelkum 61, 6-3 and teammate Traci Campbell downed Julie Tuinstra 6-0, 6-0 to win at No. 1 and No. 2 singles. Caledonia took No. 3 and No. 4 singles with Kim Crisman defeating Jenny Manage 6-1, 6-2 and Amy Perkins downing Kiley Thaler 6-0, 6-1. Kori Hutchins and Sara Wright won 6-1,6-1 al No. 1 doubles, defeating Holly Debrie and Dorothy Benham; Kelly Williams and Courtney DeHaan beat Becky Hanna and Natalie Downing 6-1,63 and Adelaide Devine and Darcy Mugridge won 7-5, 63 over Heidi Hanna and Lysa Ferguson. Coach Larry Seger said the No. 1 doubles team looked sharp and put pressure on their opponents by playing agressive. He said the No. 2 doubles team also looked strong with Williams standing out. He said Devine and Mugridge are still working at being agressive at the net. In exhibition play, Julie Palazollo and Karrie Kollar lost 6-2, 6-4 to Joelle Busman and Holly Hurst. "I’m happy with the match," Seger said. "We still have some work to do, but we re happy with the win." Scot girls perfect in cross country The Caledonia girls cross country team have not only won both double dual meets they've run in, they've done it with perfect scores. The team defeated Unity Christian and Lowell in a double dual Sept. 1 by identical 15-50 scores. This was the second time the team did it because Middleville and East Grand Rapids both fell 15-50, Aug. 30. The top nine finishers in the Sept. 1 dual were all from Caledonia. Sarah Parbel set the Caledonia course record, finishing in 18 minutes, 40 seconds. She was followed by Barb Warner at 19:16, Keri Bloem at 19:20, Audrey Warner at 19:45 and Beth Parbel at 19:48 finished out the top five. Jill Hofmann finished sixth, followed by Jill Leatherman, Heather Dodge and Andrea Shomler with times of 21:10, 22:16, 22:20 and 22:24 respectively. Having their personal best times for the Lady Scots cv^24 were: Kelly Mulder, Jenny Sprague, Kim King, Katie Benham, Kara Palma, Stephanie Worman, Julie Furst, Laura Furst and Greta Klein. In the Aug. 30 double dual, Katie Sobczak finished the course in 18:52, followed by Sarah Parbel, Barb Warner, Bloem, Sarah Flegel, Audrey Warner, Beth Parbel, Hofmann, Leatherman and Dodge. The team will travel to Kenowa Hills, Wednesday. You can PLACE A CLASSIFIED AD in any of the eight J-Ad Graphics publications seven-days-a week, 24 hours a-day... ^^24 EIEJS □SIS □00 Caledonia boys cross country team wins 2 double duals The Caledonia boys cross country team won a pair of double dual meets in the early season, last week. The Scots defeated last year's state-qualifying Unity Christian 21-35 and Lowell 18-31, Sept. 1 and took down East Grand Rapids 15-43 and Middleville 15-48, Aug. 30. In the latter dual, Ben Thompson set the Caledonia course record with a time of 16 minutes, 36 seconds, which according to Coach ...by calling 948-4450 then press 3 on your touch tone phone. You’ll be asked your name, k UJ 'Til? address and Uu phone number, | £ [JI || r 1 also which FUSS IH F« many weeks Xft — Recite your ad — you can even charge the ad to your Visa or MasterCard. John Soderman is "outstanding for a run so early in the year." Dave VandenBerg finished the course in second place with a time of 16:48, the third fastest ever. Finishing fifth overall was Todd Striplin at 17:48, followed by 17:49 and Dave Friedrich in 17:57 to finish out the scoring for the Scots. Jamy Smith finished 16th and Phil Van La an came in 21st with times of 19:28 and Scot jayvee tops East Kentwood 52-26 The Caledonia junior varsity girls basketball team defeated East Kentwood, Wednesday, 52-26, but lost to Grand Rapids Catholic Central 56-46, earlier last week. Allison Schneider led the Scots jayvee with 13 points, followed by Sarah Bom with 11. Sam Choryan had nine points in the win over Kentwood. Bianca Arrigo had five assists, Sue Vredegvoogd had five steals and Jenny Grevers brought down five boards. Turnovers were a factor in the Catholic Central loss, according to coach Marcy Bell, as the team fell behind by three at the half. The junior Scots built up a Your 24 Hour Classified Placement and Information Line COMMUMCADCMl MRVKt Of DIRECTORY Members of the Thomapple-Kellogg cross country teams include (first row from left): Steven Dood, Justin Blake. Andv Draqt and Coach Tammv Beniamin. Second row: Sarah Matson, Wendy Wisniewski, Stephanie Potter. Jessi Davis and Sarah Allore. . “Futeballand golfe’ were banned by the par­ liament of King James II of Scotland in 1457 because their popularity threatened the practice of archery for national defense. five point lead early in the second half but then had their lead eaten~ into until devoured. (Courtesy of Matt Nealy) 20:12 respectively. Soderman said it was "fantastic" to have the top five runners on the team finish with a time below 18 minutes and is pleased with the progress of the team. In the double dual Aug. 30. the Fighting Scots swept the top five positions with Thompson. VandenBerg. Striplin, Friedrich and Rob Lillie taking the top five position with times of 17:02, 17:16, 18:01, 18:05 and 18:32 respectively. Middleville's Steve Dood broke into the top 10 with a 18:34 finish, which was good for sixth. Smith was 10th and VanLaan was 12th for the Scots. The 4-0 team will be at Kenowa Hills, Wednesday at 4 p.m. T-K kickers open season with big win The Middleville varsity soccer team opened its 1994 season with a record 12-goal explosion over host Delton, Aug. 31. Coach Steve Evans called the 12-1 victory a "total team effort." Senior forward Jason Clinton set a Middleville school record with five goals before replacing senior keeper Steve Evans at the net. Senior mid fielder Gary Ketchum notched two scores and seniors Eric Griffith and Converse, junior Jason Gearhart and sophomores David Botwinski and Scott Evans each took a turn at passing the Delton-Kellogg keepers. Evans said this season's varsity squad is "deep with talent and experience. "It is led up front by forwards Clinton and Botwinski. Outside wings are seniors Chris DeBlaay and Mike Sanderson. Starting midfielders are Ketchum, Jeff Frei and Jim Mason. The backfield is anchored by Griffith and a pair of junior Brad Endres and Sean Crofoot," the coach said. Converse is the veteran keeper. He played last season until a knee injury put him out late in the season. Evans said the bench strength comes from players like backs Kevin Holst, Jason Wilkins and Pryemislaw Lojek, midfielders Brett Bremer, Chris Marble and Jason Gearhart and forward Thiago Moriera. Good Sportsmanship is the responsibility of EVERYONE! �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml September 6. 1994 / Page 17 T-K golfers lose quad Sweet ladies edged by Lady Cougars golf meet Aug. 29 The Caledonia varsity basketball team was edged by Grand Rapids Catholic Central, 45-43, in the Grand Rapids Press Tip-off Classic. last week. Caledonia basketball standout Jodie VanderVelde goes in for the easy score as she picked up the ball on a breakaway during a game against Grand Rapids Catholic Central during the Grand Rapids Press Tip-off Classic. Scot kickers open season with 9-1 blow out match The Caledonia soccer team blew out Freedom Baptist 91 in the opening game of the season, Aug. 30. Fighting Scot Eric scored a hat trick and Adam Sobczak and Ivan Marval each had a pair of goals. Aaron Sprague and Robson Souza each chipped in a score. Sid Newhoff had two assists in the game and Marval, Souza, Mike Preis and Mark Boncher had one apiece. Coach Brian Broekhuizen said the team is finding the right chemistry among themselves and showed good passing and ball movement against the Falcons. Caledonia's Mark Boncher, No. 3, dribbles passed a Freedom Baptist defender tn the team's season opener last week. The game had been close through the first and second quarters until the Sweet Ladies opened a 13-point lead through the middle of the third period. The Cougars began their run late in the third and reeled in the Scots by allowing only six points in the final eight minutes Top scorer for the Scots was Jodi VanderVelde with 25 points. She had six steals, was 10 for 14 from the field and 2 for 3 from three-point distance. Dani Gallert had six steals in the game and Jamie Oatly had four boards. The team was 17 for 40 from the floor and 7 for 8 from the charity stripe. The team will host neighboring Middleville, sans Carla Ploeg, Thursday. (Courtesy of Matt Nealy) The Middleville golfers lost a four-way tournament at the Yankee Spring Golf Course, Aug. 29. Winning the quadrangle was Hastings with a 151, followed by Wayland with 160, Delton-Kellogg with 170 and Middleville with 173. Low score on the par 35 white nine, was Hastings’ Robert Wager with a 34, followed by teammates Jon Lawrence with 38, Matt Kirkendall with 39 and Scott Long with 40. T-K’s Brian Nausieda finished low for the Trojans with 41, followed by Brad Williams with 43. Marty Bender with 44 and Dominick Ronchetti with 45, Coach Bernie Weller said it was a disappointing loss for the Trojan golfers, but added "we're okay." the motd important thing in life is to know when to forgo an advantage. —Benjamin Disraeli When fate is adverse, a wise man can always strive for happiness and sail against the wind to attain it. —Rousseau �Page 18 / The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml September 6. 1994 Help on food products’ nutrition Reasons Why is now only a phone call away! Increased ■ II Advertising Works ■ When Business 9 Gets Tough. Whether business is fast or slow, you have to get your share of whatever business there is. Q In times of uncertainty, consumers are careful and somewhat reluctant to spend. They want to be sure before they buy; they want information. You must compete for every customer’s dollar with every other retailer in town, no matter what he sells. People have only so many dollars to spend; if they don’t spend them for what you sell, they’ll spend them for something else. “Slow” times ahead? Perhaps, but there are more Americans working now than ever before. More women are working, too, adding to the family income. People still need and want goods and services and will spend for them. There is plenty of business out there. Your competitors will be bidding for their share - and yours, loo - if you let them. You can’t do much about most factors in the marketplace rent, labor costs, price of merchandise or what the competition will do - but one thing you do control is your own promotion. Remember that advertising is not just the cost of doing business. Il’s a proven sales tool that returns many times over your invest­ ment in store traffic and sales. Once you build up a business, keep it going with a moderate, consistent advertising program. If you cut your advertising and lose your hold on the public’s awareness, you’ll find it’s much harder to build again. Your advertising is part of your sales force. Ads help to presell the customer and help you close the sale faster. What saves you time, saves you money. Q Remember, one out of five Americans moves every year. So there’s a steady flow of customers out of your market, and a corresponding influx of new folks who don’t know you al all. Tell them about yourself. Here’s a very hard fact: over any given period, a company that advertises below the industry average has sales that are below the industry average! (^Advertising is “news.” Most shoppers look for this kind of news. When the going gets tough, retailers concentrate their efforts in print advertising because it provides an immediate payoff al the cash register. “To succeed in the world, we do everything we can to appear successful” - La Rochefoucauld Your Shopping News Retail Advertising Consultants arc ready to help. Research - Planning - Budgeting Co-Op Advertising - Ad Layout & Design - Outstanding Customer Service arc just some of the reasons why you can count on us! Give us a call today! Phone 795-3345 or 945-9554 Have you ever had a ques­ tion about a particular food product and wondered where to go for the answer? Consumers have a wealth of information at their fingertips! It’s just a matter of calling the appropriate manufacturer, trade association, or govern­ ment agency. Here's a listing of Food and Nutrition 800s that you may want to keep handy for a quick reference to make that phone call: Nutrition education, health professionals American Cancer Society. 1-800-227-2345. American Diabetes Association. 1-8OO-232-3472 American Dietetic Associa­ tion Consumer Hotline. 1-800-366-1655. American Heart Associa­ tion. National Center, 1-800-242-1793. American Institute of Cancer Research - Nutrition Hotline. 1-800-843-8114. Dairy Council of Michigan. 1-800-548-8097. Juvenile Diabetes Founda­ tion, 1-800-JDF-CURE. National Cancer Institute. 1-8(XM-CANCER. National Dairy Board, 1-800-34-DAIRY. National Livestock and Meat Board. 1-800-621-7773. Food industry Adolph's Salt Substitute and Food Tenderizer. 1-8OO-243-58O4. American House Foods (Pam cooking spray), I-800-PAM-4YOU. Arm & Hammer. 1-8OO-524-1328. Armour. Swift and Eckndge. 1-800-325-7424 Beech-Nut Nutrition Cor­ poration. 1-800-523-6633. Campbell’s Soup Corp. 1-800-257-8443. Celery Council. 1-800-491-2579. Dannon Yogurt. 1-800-321-2174. Dow Brands - Saran Wrap (food storage questions). 1-800-428-4795. Dow Brands Ziplock (food storage questions). 1-800-428-4295. Egg Nutrition Center, 1-800-833-EGGS. Fleishmann's Yeast. 1-800-777-4959. General Mills. 1-800-328-6787. Gerber Information Hotline. 1-800-4-GERBER. Heinz Baby Food, 1-800-USA-BABY. Honey Hotline. 1-800-356-5941. Kraft General Foods Con­ sumer Response Center. 1-800-323-0768. Nabisco Brands Consumer Hotline. 1-800-932-7800. National Egg Council. 1-800-833-8850. . National Pork Producers Council, I -800-937-PORK Pillsbury Company, 1-800-767-4466. Prince pasta. 1-800-328-8620. Procter and Gamble. 1-800-543-7276. Red Star Yeast. 1-800-445-4746. Spice Advice. 1-800-247-5251. (kivernment-funded & private non-profit agencies Meat and Poultry Hotline. 1-800-535-4555. National Council Against Health Fraud. 1-800-821-6671. Seafood Hotline. 1-80O-FDA-40I0. These are some resources available to consumers. Manufacturers put much in­ formation on the labels of their products, including an address to write for more in­ formation and often a phone number where one can call. 100,000 children and adults in former USSR seek USA penpals The organization "SAPE" (formerly “The SovietAmerican Penfield Ex­ change" in New York) is looking for 100,000 American between the ages of 10 and 40 who would like to strike up a penpal friendship with so­ meone in the Soviet Union. Since its inception in 1989, SA PE has linked up more than 20,000 pairs of penpals. News of that success has spread via word-of-mouth all across the former Soviet republics. This has resulted in an avalanche of mail — more than 100,000 letters — which has complete­ ly overwhelmed the small group of volunteers who operates SAPE. Penpals are matched up on the basis of age, gender, choice of male or female pen­ pal and, in the case of the small pencentage who do not know English, common language. Because of the wide variety of mail. SAPE is usually able to fulfill requests for penpals from a specific geographic area. Letters have arrived from every major city in the former USSR, as well as from remote Siberian villages. Despite the recent backlash against western-style reforms in Russia, the majority of young people remain avid fans of Americans culture, especially American music, films and TV shows. In the Baltic nations, residents are often able to pick up TV broadcasts from Scandinavia of such shows as Beverly Hills 90210 and Saved by the Bell. In addition. The MTV’s Top 20 Countdown is broadcast weekly be one of Russia's na­ tional TV stations. Individuals, classes, scout troops or religious youth groups who would like to par ticipatc in this program should send a self-add re ssed, stamped envelope to: SAPEDept N., 1400 Midvale Ave., #408, Los Angeles, CA 90024-5498. Over the past five years, the following organizations have referred persons is search of a penpal to SAPE: The United States Information Agency, The Embassy of Russia, ISAR (Institute of Soviet-American Relations), Voice of America and The Peace Corps. Since 1989, more than 300 U.S. schools have participated in this program. SAPE is not a branch of any other organiza­ tion and has no political or religious affiliation. Tis the season for sneezin’; allergies linked to season change Allergies are linked not just to the changing seasons and outdoor plants. When an allergy attack hits, the culprit can be as close at hand as the dust in your home. The dust mites that lurk in your carpeting, bedding and upholstered furniture and the mold that grows in such places as shower stalls, damp basements and humidifiers produce air-borne allergens that set off allergy symptoms. It is estimated that approx­ imately half of all allergy suf­ ferers have dust-related allergies. To help keep sneezing and w heezing under control, some small measures can make a big difference Improving the ventilation should be your first step. Ways to do this include open­ ing the windows, installing exhaust fans in the kitchen and bathroom, keeping the fireplace chimney flue open on all but the coldest days and venting the dryer to the outdoors. Vacuum regularly. Dust mites generally live at the base of carpet fibers and tend to rise with moisture. For more efficient removal, call in a professional to do extraction cleaning or invest in a deep cleaning machine designed for home use. Mattresses should be vacuumed and turned every few months. Washable pillows should be washed. Those that are not washable should be thrown in the dryer and tumbled on the air cycle. Consider investing in special mattress and pillow covers that reduce or eliminate mite problems. When dusting, use a cloth or mop with a furniture clean­ ing product designed to pick up dust and dirt. Brooms, dry rags and feather dusters simp­ ly scatter the dust. Consider washable curtains. Heavy draperies collect dust, so make sure they are cleaned twice a year and vacuumed frequently in between. Because they are easy to vacuum, roller shades are a better choice than slatted blinds with multiple surfaces that attract dust Other methods for controll­ ing dust mites include routine cleaning of furnace air ducts, using a vacuum cleaner with an enclosed bag and reducing the number of dust-catching items in a room. To survive, mites require moisture. Lowering the relative humidity to below 50 percent will help reduce their numbers Using a double­ filtered ventilator or an air­ conditioner may help, par­ ticularly during pollen season, when you don’t want to have the windows open. �PLACE A CLASSIFIED ANYTIME You can place your classified ad in any of J-Ad Graphics eight publications 24 hours a day 7 days a week by calling... 948-4450 Press jJ on your touch-tone phone to place a classified. Press ^|for our rates and deadlines. 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Sincerely Coach Tamara Benjamin and the girls and boys Cross Country teams Business Services ADULT FOSTER CARE licensed home has openings for individuals with special needs. Country setting, caring atmo sphere, transportation provided for appointments and recreation. 868-0944. __________________ BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment TREE TRIMING AND REMOVAL, stump grinding, free estimates, fully insured, we leave your yard clean. B &. B Tree Service 795-7575. GYMNASTICS IN MOTION offering pre-school through advanced classes, all ages. Also boys and girls USGF competi­ tion teams. For information call Cathy 795-7620.____________ HOMEOWNERS* CASH FAST! •Home and income property*Debt consolidation♦Tumed down? problem credit? We can help’♦Fast, easy - Call 24 hours. AAA Mortgage & Finance Corp. 1-SOO-968-2221 Free consultation.___________ PIANO TEACHER has open­ ings. Call 891-8303. 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ESTATE GARAGE SALE: Dishes, fiesta, depression, milk glass, collectibles, clock, much to go. Wed., Thurs^ Fri. Sept 7,8 & 9.9 to 6p.m. 4621 Whitneyvilte SE._____________________ SECOND BEST SALE and bake sale, al Gaines United Brethren Church Recreational Center (located behind the church) comer of Kalamazoo and 92nd S E_, Thrus. Sept. 8th, Fn. Sept 9th, 9-5, clothing and misc. items at bargain prices. Proceeds to missions._______ FOR SALE: 1989 CUTLASS Sierra SL, fully loaded, 80,000 miles $5500.00. 698-0415. Real Estate Synopsis of Minutes BARLOW LAKE New 2/3 bedroom, 3 bath, walk-out with beautiful view and direct access to lake. 795-9198. Thornapple Township CALEDONIA Maintenance free 4 year old ranch on beautiful 1 acre setting. 24x34’ garage, 14x24’ deck, whirlpool tub, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, main floor utility, $95,000. Call Mary Witkowski AJS Realty 957-1680 or 771-0641. Community Notices “IPS CIDER TIME FESTI­ VALS” HISTORIC BOWENS MILLS & Pioneer Park. 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Motion passed unanimously approving Fund Balance Sup­ port package Motion passed unanimously approving appointment of Dave Middleton as Assistant Fire Chief Motion passed unanimously approving R. Kenyon s compen­ sation for the month of July. Motion passed unanimously approving quarterly Board meetings in addition to regular meetings. Meeting adjourned at 10:40 p.m. Donna Kenyon Thornapple Township Clerk (300) Caledonia Auto Parts ■FOR ALL YOUR CAR & TRUCK CARE NEEDS" Complete line of Parts and Accessories and Car care Products Auto 891-4085 STORE Recreation 227 E. Main St., Caledonia PONTOON, 22’ RIVER CRUISER, 40hp Evinrude, $1500. 891-4091.___________ Your "Hometown" Auto Parts Store OPEN: Monday Friday 8 to 6; Saturday 8 to 2 STARCRAFT CAMPER, SLEEPS 8, canopy and add-aroom, good condition, $950. 891-4091. FRESH DAILY! For Sale PLACE A CLASSIFIED AD in this paper 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by calling 948-4450 using a touch tone phone. FARO’S Wanted PIZZA CASH FOR JUNK cars, and scrap metal. Please call 721-8352. Caledonia Township August 30, 1994 A special meeting of the Caledonia Township Board was called to order at 7:10 p.m. Present: Garbow, R. DeVries, Dieleman, Jousma, Gould. Absent: Snyder, J. DeVries. Reviewed the Tolling order for C-Tec cable. Moved Jousma, support Dieleman to approve resolution for the Tolling Order. Ayes: R. DeVries, Dieleman, Jousma, Gould, Garbow. Mo­ tion Carried. Discussion was held on possible settlement for rate regulation on C-Tec, fran­ chise and how to use those fees for the Township. Reviewed resolution to re­ quest assistance of County of Kent Under Act 185 for acquisi­ tion, construction and financing of sewage disposal system for the Campou/Ketfle Lake Sewer. Moved Jousma, support Dieleman to approve resolu­ tion. Ayes: Dielemon, Jousma. Gould, Garbow, R. DeVries. Motion Carried. Any residents outside of the proposed Compou Kettle Lake sewer that ore interested in the twenty year bond program to hook up to the sewer, must contact Tom Garbow or Ruth DeVries at the Township office. Petitions were turned in for a County Drain on the west side of Campau/Kettle Lake on August 30, 1994 Discussion was held on the vandalism at Lakeside Cemetery to rhe pump house Jousma will look into a new steel door. Also. Jousma has drawings for a wood box for the meeting room. Work was done on the 1995 budget. Motion to adjourned at 10:20 p.m. Ayes Jousma, Gould. Garbow R DeVries Dieleman Motion Carried. Respectuflly submitted Ruth DeVries Treasurer (302) • 891-9287 Caledonia's Finest • Pan Pizza • Bread Stix • Regular Pizza • Subs Dinners • Wet Burrito • Taco Pizza XL UNBELIEVABLE SPECIAL J & BUY ONE PIZZA AT REGULAR PRICE. GET SECOND ONE S? 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Nigr.t Sun Thun 3 30pm to 1D30 pm Fn a Sat 3 30 pm to 12 am 9790 CHERRY VALLEY, M-37 - CALEDONIA � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/704/SunandNews_1994-09-13.pdf 7dce24b10c8d51f904e8fc31268229b1 PDF Text Text 12/30/99 Hastings Public Library The,bur i «r iJ NeioO Your Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas 124th Year No. 32 / September 13, 1994 / Midaleville, Michigan 49333 wl , HUSTINGS. Ml 1893 Middleville Heritage Day promises a fun-filled event by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The third annual Mid­ dleville Heritage Day is set for this Saturday, and it pro­ mises to have fun for the whole family. Scheduled events begin at 8 a m. and run until 5:30 p.m. The activities will include food, sports events, arts and crafts, games, bingo, a bridge walk, raffle, entertainment, and even a parade. Raffle drawings will take place throughout the day with the first one at 12:20 p.m., then at 3:30 and 5. Raffle prizes include a color television, portable mountain bike, compact disc player, and Genesis game system. Entry into the raffle draw­ ings are being taken now by purchasing a 1994 Heritage Day button for $ I They are available from Middleville merchants. The Middleville United Methodist Church will open the doors for a pancake breakfast at 8 a m. Those who don’t care to get out of bed or eat that early can still enjoy pancakes until 11 a.m. Four sporting events begin at 8:30 a.m. including a 3 on 3 basketball tournament, 4 on 4 volleyball tournament, horseshoe contest, and a co-ed softball tournament. The co-ed softball tourna­ ment is full, according to Chairwomen Jo Sclafani. So softball fans will have to just be content to watch. But there is still time to sign up for basketball, volleyball and horseshoe competition. Anyone interested in the four-on-four volleyball tour­ nament or the horseshoe con­ test can sign up Saturday. Three-on-three basketball teams need to register by Thursday. Sept. 15 by calling Jo at 795-4650 or Denise at 795-7229. Another event that will be happening is the kickoff of Dr. Willard Daggett, a noted education reform leader, told Caledonia High School students Friday that CHS is responding to the needs of today's world 'bet­ ter than any other school I can find.' Dr. Willard Daggett returns to Caledonia Leader in education reform praises Caledonia schools effort The bridge walk is just one of the traditions on Mid­ dleville's Heritage Day as shown in this file photo. mountain biking coming to Middleville at the old Eskar Ski Hill. A mountain bike ex­ position and demo will be ongoing, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. A cross-country moun­ tain bike tour is also scheduled for 10:30 a.m. From 3 to 6:30, there will be mountain bike criterium races. Arts and crafts booths and several concession stands will open at 9 a.m., giving those attending Heritage Day the chance to do a little browsing before the parade begins at 11 a.m. The Thomapple Kellogg Middle School seventh- and eighth-grade bands will pro­ vide the beat for the Mian Street parade that is sure to contain floats, vintage cars and fun. Games, including a dunk tank, will also open up at 11 a.m. The Middleville bridge walk has been an important event during the past two Heritage Days. This year is no different. The bridge walk is set for noon. The event is particularly fun because it mimics the Labor Day walk across the Mackinac Bridge, the main difference being that this is called the shortest bridge walk. Carnival bingo is also set to begin at noon at the VFW and will run until 4 p.m. The Middleville Lions hog roast and the Swamp Fox barbeque will open at 12:30 p.m.. just in time for lunch. That is also the time that the Rotary duck race will begin. Entertainment for the after­ noon opens at 12:30 p.m. with a slide presentation at the village hall. Throughtout the rest of the See Heritage Day, Page 7 There will be plenty of orts and crafts to choose from during Middleville Heritage Day 1994 that is being held this Saturday. This file photo shows some of the beautiful, handcrafted baskets that were available last year. by Barbara Gall Staff Writer How would you like to send your child to one of the best schools in the country, just by putting him or her on the local school bus? Caledonia High School parents just may be in that en­ viable situation. Noted education reform leader Dr. Willard Daggett said Friday that Caledonia High School is responding better to the needs of today’s students than any school he has found. “You are one of 10 model schools in this state, one of the 10 most outstanding in the state,” he said during a ques tion and answer session with CHS students. Daggett then extended the compliment. “I think your school is in a league by itself in terms of what you are trying to do. You are responding better (to the needs of today’s world) than any other school I can find.” Daggett said later that he based his sweeping statement on several observations. - CHS is integrating classes, rather than isolating each content area from the others. He pointed out as ex­ amples the STAR (science, technology, agriculture, research) program, the new CORE math program and the World and American Studies programs, which integrate English, history and fine arts. See CHS Effort, Page 2 Yankee Springs appoints new zoning enforcement officer by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Yankee Springs Township Planning Chairman Ken Wor­ sham has been appointed as the zoning enforcement of­ ficer for the township. The board took action on the matter at last Thursday’s meeting. “The problem is that we haven’t been able to follow up on complaints of zoning viola­ tions," explained Township Supervisor George London. He also said that when they do follow up on a complaint, frequently no results are seen. One example that London used involved a fruit stand that has set up on property of Don Bender. Evidently, the township has received several complaints about the operation One neighboring resident voiced his complaints again at the board meeting. Bender has since been in touch with township officials and it has been agreed that the problems will be taken care of. Bender said that the fruit stand vendor will be allowed to use the property until the end of September on the con­ dition that the existing pro­ blems are dealt with. This will be the type of thing that Worsham, as the township enforcement officer, will deal with when necessary Because of Worsham’s background in planning and zoning, he already is knowledgeable of township ordinances and what would be considered a violation. Worsham also filled in at the planning and zoning office for Barry County recently The board agreed 3-1, with Clerk Harvey VanderBee voting against, to pay Wor­ sham $10 per hour. Ken Worsham See Zoning, Page 3 In This Issue.... • Caledonia Schools provide computer for library • Loose change thing of the past in TK cafeterias • Yankee Springs hires new assessor • Historic Barber School rededicated last Saturday �Page 2 / The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml / September 13, 1994 He also pointed out to “He is addressing the students that, unlike their critical issue of knowing parents, they probably won’t where the needs in our society go to work for a large cor­ are and how students can poration. but for a small prepare to meet those needs,” J - Calq^onifi students are not vision of what their high he said after meeting with business $|ked jifct ter* Regurgitate litschool should look like in And if that is the case, the Daggett ffc bit^F'f iUgrtnetiort” on a order to best teach students new employee will probably “He also stresses the need test oh to the ‘to use their minds well.’* not get an expensive training to integrate classes, to unders­ rA«t Uctpp IPMrjl” CHS Daggett told staff and com­ program, but instead must be tand how the subject areas students in most classes are munity members who showed ready to be immediately interrelate.” forced to do something, to ap­ up at a 4 p.m. reception that “I learned a lot just from productive. ply in some way the despite the restructuring pro­ "From day one. you must the short time I had with Dr. knowledge they have gained. gress at Caledonia, there was be able to contribute to the Daggett.” commented Village - The students, he observ­ still work to be done. profit of that company .” Dag­ Council President Glen ed, believe that success is for ‘‘I felt a lot of mutual Klaver. gett said. respect between students and everyone, not just for an elite A consultant for training Vlf you don't, you will face group of “college prep” teachers here. and. that was a your adult years in poverty.” companies who also writes students. very refreshing thing.” he Other points of emphasis training manuals and ex­ - CHS students are asking said after a day of meeting not ecutive presentations for ma­ included: questions about critical issues only with students, but with - In today's world, students jor auto makers. Klaver said at a very sophisticated level. parents and community must be prepared to respond Daggett reflected the issues of “Somebody here is doing members. to real-life situations and app­ the business he works in every Dr. Doggett spent his doy at CHS answering something right,” he said. “But that same level of ly their knowledge to them. day. students' questions as well as talking to teachers and Coming from an interna respect between staff and Only in the classroom do you interested community members. tionally recognized leader in community is not here yet.” work with one discipline at a education reform, these were Daggett's challenge to those time. reassuring words, no doubt, Daggett last visited present was to develop that just “theory’’ in their - The way most people i i I felt a lot of to CHS students, who often respect between staff and education. Caledonia four years ago. learn best is to learn the ap­ mutual respect express concern about their community, a task he admit­ when he came as a guest “My educational plication and then the theory between school being “different” ted was not an easy one. but philosophy can be summed up speaker. His message then behind it, but in the U.S., we students and from the traditional U.S. high necessary for the school to in two words.” he said. was one of encouragement for teach just the opposite. No teachers here, school with its clearly defined achieve its mission. the budding effort to move “Rigor and relevance. other industrialized nation in and... that was a content areas, each neatly away from the traditional high He added that he did not “The rigor of high stan­ the world teaches the way we very refreshing packaged in an hour’s class. sense a community committ- dards and the relevance of school program. do. His words also brought con­ ment to re-train its teachers. Four years ago. he warned thing. ,> making students apply their - Tests are a snapshot, a firmation to the CHS staff, staff, students and parents that Daggett emphasized knowledge. Theory and ap­ one-time look at a little bit of which has spent the last few throughout the day the need U.S. students were not being plication - our students must knowledge. Assessment, on — Dr. Willard years hammering out a new for students to get more than taught the skills they would have both." the other hand, is a learning Daggett need for their futures. tool, intimately linked to in­ He pointed out that struction. Students take tests American education was still mainly to appease adults. “I was pleased to hear him geared to the manufacturing - Skills centers and trade talk about training our kids in world of 50 years ago. not to schools teach more than just skills they’ll need in business, by Margaret Fowler The board voted 4-0 the technological world of to­ that Scheuerman would spend theory. Statistics show that and I was especially happy Staff Writer day and tomorrow. (Trustee Jack Finkbeiner was at work for the rate of pay many students who already that he emphasized the needs The Yankee Springs On his return visit Friday, absent) last Thursday night to asked. have a college degree (theory) of the small businesses.” Township Board has approved Daggett wore a slightly dif­ accept Scheuerman s contract Three of the candidates return to community colleges Freshman Joel Freeman the hiring of Daniel Scheuerferent hat. proposal with re-evaluation in were equally qualified and and trade schools to learn a said he thought Daggett said a man as the new assessor. This time, he came as a con­ six months. held their Level 3 licensing. skill (application). lot of things that were good He was one of four can­ Scheuerman is also under sultant to the restructuring However. Scheuerman pro­ - Technology is always for students to hear. didates considered for the job process, chosen by the state to posed to spend two days per contract with Orangeville becoming outdated, so “It was pretty infor­ that will be vacated at the end oversee a Michigan pilot pro ­ week in the township during Township, which will be students must acquire life­ mative.” he said of the half of this month by Dave Klein, beneficial to Yankee Springs gram that includes Caledonia both office and field work for long learning skills. Unlike hour presentation to the who has worked with Yankee because he is already familiar and nine other schools singled $1,500 monthly. previous generations, educa­ freshman and sophomores. Springs for several years. with some of the Gun Lake out for their improvement The other two candidates tion for today’s students will “I guess I learned that there One of the major deciding efforts. properties there. would only spend one day per never end. and they must be are a lot more problems to factors in the choice of the His associate. Dr. Helen Board members were con­ week and do computer work able to learn on their own. face than we thought we were board was the amount of time vinced that there is a lot to be Branigan, has been working at home for the same amount - Workers today need to be going to have. ” since last spring with the CHS done by the new assessor. of pay. generalists. Daggett said he thinks “Proper assessments staff and a group of parents to “I think some of the things Caledonia High School is haven’t been done for some prepare a report of progress he said the students needed to heading in the right direction, time,” said Treasurer Bob and a plan of “action” for the hear,” said parent Portia but much work still lies ahead Herold. “Several ‘real’ pro­ future. Wilkinson, who also has been “We need to bring together None of the students who perties haven’t been assessed attending the work sessions for our students those who heard and talked with Daggett at all. with Dr. Branigan. know application and those “Yankee Springs is the Friday were in high school “Hearing these things who know theory,” Daggett highest assessed township in four years ago, and he did not might give them a sense of said. the county and whoever does hesitate to issue some of the what and why things are hap­ “This means our teachers the job must commit to getting same warnings he posted in pening in the high school, might be learning from those 1990. these assessments done, * ’ and give them an incentive who had only marginal skills He again warned them of Herold stressed. and some motivation. as theorists. But if you can the diminishing need for “un­ "He will help them unders­ mesh theory and application in ski I led ’ ’ workers as tand why the school needs to your programs, if you can in­ technology replaces those incorporate these changes. ” volve the community in the kinds of jobs. Pastor “Red” Faber of education of your students, By the year 2000, he said, Peace Reformed Church also you will have the best school unskilled labor will make up liked Daggett’s message. in the world.” only 15 percent of the total work force, compared to 60 percent in 1950. 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Ml I September 13, 1994 / Page 3 Superintendent’s Caledonia schools provide computer for library Request isn’t for 3 mills By Douglas Busman, Superintendent Q. I’ve heard that Caledonia is asking for an additional 3 mills for operating purposes. A We are not asking for voters for 3 mills for operating pur­ poses The Special School Election on Sept. 27 is for the pur­ pose of giving Caledonia residents the opportunity to vote for 1.28 mills, which will be earmarked specifically to develop our technology plan for three years. Q. What happens to this millage at the end of three years? A. This local millage will expire, at which time the majority of the school districts in the county may choose to ask for up to 3 mills (the amount allowable by law). Money would then be divided on a “per pupil" basis, which means that schools with the most students will get most of the money. Q. W hat if Caledonia does not wish to ask the voters for 3 mills in 1997? A . If the majority of the 20 school districts in our area decide to put this 3 mills before the voters, Caledonia would have to put this question on their ballot. Q. If this issue does come to a vote in 1997, what happens if a majority of Caledonia residents vote “No” to this 3 mills? A In three years local control will be replaced by “majority rule.” If a majority of the residents living within the 20 school area vote “Yes" it will pass. As a Caledonia resident you would still be assessed this additional millage, however, your tax dollars would then be divided among all 20 school districts (Grand Rapids, Forest Hills, Wyoming, etc.), with the schools having the most students receiving most of the money. Q. Is that why the C aledonia Board of Education chose to ask for 1.28 mills now for technology ? A Exactly. Realizing that by 1997 local control will be taken away, the board feels our residents should have the op­ portunity to vote now for at least a portion of the 3 mills allowable. If passed, all additional revenue will stay in Caledonia. If you have questions about these subjects, or have a concern you would like to see addressed in this column, please either call the Caledonia Community Schools Administration Office at (616) 891-8185 or write to Superintendent Douglas Busman at P.O. Box 128, Caledonia, MI 49316. by Barbara Gail Staff Writer Some downsizing in the ad­ ministrative ranks of the Caledonia Community Schools led to an upgrading of computer facilities at the Caledonia Branch of the Kent District Library . When the Caledonia School Board last spring named former Director of Academics Doug Busman as the new school superintendent, it did not replace Busman with a new director. "That downsizing in the central office to cut costs left a computer available." explain­ ed Caledonia Schools Com­ puter Director Andrew Mann. “We decided that we would loan it to our public library, in hopes of providing the com­ munity better access to the in­ formation network in our schools. "We're hoping residents might feel more comfortable coming to the public library to work than coming into the schools, even though there are opportunities for them to do that. “Having this computer at the library also will allow our students a way of using one of our computers after school hours." Mann said that the com­ puter being loaned to the library is a Macintosh SE. linked to a printer, and equip­ ped with Microsoft Works for word processing. It also car­ ries another word processing program called The Writing Center, which is used in Caledonia's elementary schools. In addition, the computer is equipped with HyperCard, which is used at all three school levels, Mann said. He emphasized that it is not Megaskills and Parent Network go hand in hand ‘Megaskills’ parenting classes get underway locally Sept. 20 The first of four “Megaskills" parenting ses­ sions will be held from 1-3 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 20 at Dutton Elementary School, 3802 68th Street. The classes are open to the public on a first-come, firstserved basis, and free child care will be provided. According to Megaskills in­ structor Victoria Kruggel. the classes focus on the parents’ role in their children's educa­ tion. and stresses developing the "megaskills" of caring, teamwork, confidence, motivation, effort, initiative, perseverance, common sense and responsibility. During the class, parents discuss and then try out ways of teaching these skills to their children at home. Class members also are invited to assess themselves and their families in these skills. Kruggel said parents often are concerned with how to discipline their children, how to communicate with them and how to delegate respon­ sibilities such as chores. “Parents can graduate from the class with a sense of direc­ tion, renewed resources and ideas for helping their children make the most of their free time, and helping them to future success." Kruggel said. More than 100 parents and grandparents in the Caledonia area have taken the Megaskills class since it first was offered three years ago. Due to your request... We are now Open on Saturdays! ^^7 walk-ins welcome! Beauty GENE<E<\ 698-1991 U V>L) □ 3363 68th St. in Dutton Hair & Tanning Salon T«,. K w Kruggel, a trained elemen­ tary counselor, also is a train­ ed and certified Megaskills teacher. She will be assisted by Brian Bolger and Kelly Crawford, the Caledonia district's two elementary school counselors. To register for the class, or to obtain further information, interested parents should call Dutton Elementary at 698-8982. However, anyone unable to attend these daytime classes are invited to a similar train­ ing program to be provided by the Caledonia Parent Network. Now in its second year in Caledonia, the Network alreads involves more than 250 parents in a common con­ cern for the community’s children. It. too. promotes the “megaskills'’ and believes the elementary school level is the ideal time for children to learn them. More information about the Parent Network also can be obtained by calling Dutton Elementary and asking for Kruggel 1 Phone 795-3345 for Sun & News Action-Ads! Caledonia Schools computer director Andrew Mann and Jane Heiss, librarian at the Caledonia District Library, check out the new technology. set up for computer games. Residents who want to save information they find on the computer must bring in their own computer disc, Mann said. However, community members would not need their own disk just to print out material from the computer. Mann said residents will be able to use the computer for their own word processing and perhaps to create spread sheets for their financial records. “Someone could come in and type up a family newslet­ ter, for instance, and even add some art to go with it,” he suggested. "They can keep track of records on a data base, and kids can come in and finish things they might have started at school." Librarian Jane Heiss said she is thrilled to have the new technology available at the library, and appreciates the loan from the school district. "We want to provide our residents with all the help possible, and this is a wonder­ ful resource for our communi­ ty," she said. "Besides. I’m excited to learn more about computer applications myself." ZONING, continued from front London said this would not planning, zoning, and en­ be a regularly scheduled type forcement workshop held at job. Hours would be put in the end of the month in Grand Rapids only as needed. The workshop, which costs The board also approved $140 per person is sponsored sending Worsham and any other interested members of by the Michigan Society of the Planning Commission to a Planning You’re Invited! Were having a Kickoff Party With Entertainment and Refreshments TUESDAY EVENING (at our Main Branch 627 Main Street, Caledonia) SEPTEMBER 20 6:00 to 9:00 P.M. We’re introducing something great! The Premier Club at State Bank of Caledonia.. .a special club for our customers 55 or better! We're going to start it with a Kick-Off Party that will introduce the many exciting benefits of the club to our friends and neighbors. We re inviting you to explore what membership in State Bank of Caledonia's Premier Club can mean for you! As a member, you are entitled to a host of exclusive social, travel and financial benefits, all designed with you in mind. Join State Bank of Caledonia on Tuesday, September 20 at 6:00 p.m. and learn how easy it is to become a Premier Cub member. Refreshments will be served along with door prizes! See you there! Don’t Miss It! Qtate 627 MAIN ST. CALEDONIA 3205 68TH ST., S E DLTTON 303 ARLINGTON MIDDLEVILLE 891-8113 698-6337 795-3361 Drive In Hours: ALEDONIA Fri 8 30-6 00 Sat^ 30°Noon Lobby Hours Mon Fri 9 00500. Sat 9 00-Noon [*^5 �Page 4 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / September 13, 1994 Neighbors with. NORMA VELDERMAN Hi everyone. Did you all have ■a wonderful holiday? Wonderful weather, and our daughter Cay really got a tremendous amount of work done over the long weekend When that gal sets out to ac­ complish things it just moves along beautifully. She didn’t sit down very much. She did a wonderful job that I really ap­ preciated. She cleaned out the woodshed, finding a snake, which Johnny helped to get nd of. Russ Bender went with Ward and Betty Bender on Sunday to Betty’s cottage at Morrison Lake. The Thomapple Heritage will be helping out at Bowens Mill’s Cider Day. I believe it is Oct. 2. Lorraine and Dave Otto are going to the steam show at Hartford next weekend. Lor­ raine said thev had raised a pup for Leader Dog a few years ago and he was accepted and went to Minnesota Maureen Robinson made a video of our style show when the recreation vehicle folks were at the new fair grounds. Thelma turned 84 Wednes­ day. One of her friends took her out for breakfast, and another went with her for sup­ per to celebrate her birthday. Lois Bremer spent the long weekend up north, spending some time with Dave and Col­ leen. She also attended a Amish quilt show. Bob and Donna Kenyon went up north over the long weekend w ith friends Virginia Root said that they had a wonderful family get together for a granddaughter’s wedding. They held the recep­ tion at the fair building, had 300 guests and a super family reunion. Florence Fiala said that four women got together, as Fran Maichele planned the whole day The four ladies were Fran Maichele. Florence. Marilyn Wilson and Gladys Briggs. They went to Mid­ dlebury. Ind., had a wonder­ ful meal and toured a lot of Amish homes They went Wednesday, leaving at 8 a.m. and getting home at 9 p.m. Letterheads Ett Van Sickle, loan Barnes. Mary Ann Boers ma and Lois McWhinney. spent a week up at the Van Sickles’ cabin. They left on Monday and came back Tuesday Well, folks. I guess this is all for this week. Thanks to you for all your kind wishes and nice things you have said to me. Your interest, caring and taking time to tell me. that gives me such a warm and wonderful feeling to know you all support my work. I love all of you very much. Talk with you next week. 'PRIN Business Cards Envelopes Brochures Wedding Invitations MORE Quality Printing at Affordable Prices! Call 945-9554 or stop by ... 1952 N. Broadway (M-43) PHONE 795-3345 for Sun & News Action-Ads, reach over 7,000 area homes! LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church — Serving a Living Lord SUNDAY....... 9:45 a m., 11:00 a.m. fc 6:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY............................ Family Fellowship Prayer 4 Bible Study 7:00 p.m. 7240 68th Street, SE — Caledonia 2 mile* east of M-37 Pastor, Rev. Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor, Darrel L. Schrock Music, Jeffery C. Vander Heide FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville Bruce N. Stewart, Pastor Lee Taylor, Assistant Pastor Sunday School............................................. *45 a m. Sunday Morning Worship Service...... 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer. Word of Life Clubs. WELCOME TO CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A church with a caring heart for our community and the world" Sunday Services....... 9:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. M-37 at 100th St., Caledonia, Ml Church Office: (616) 891-1512 Rev. Gerald Van Oyen Al Tiemeyer Community Calling .6:45 p.m. I Games United Brethren Church Kalama?ixi Avenue at 92nd Street Caledonia. Michigan Telephone. 698-8252 . tit - rjil ' ! ~ FT7 Pastor Mark Beers Pastor Scott Taylor Reaching People With Christ 8:30 am to 9:30 am — First Worship Service 9:30 am to 9:45 am — Coffee Fellowship 9:45 am to 10:45 am — Sunday School 10:45 am to 1 LOO am — Coffee Fellowship 11:00 am to 12:00 - Second Worship Service Nursery and Children's Church will be provided during both services. ••Set an example .In speech, in Me, in kwe. in faith and in purity 1 Timothy 4:12 CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Most Molu Mosaru Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street 314 E. Main, Middleville Phone: 795-9030 Rev. James Cusack Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass........................... 5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass...................... 9:00 a.m. k 11:00 a.m. KETTLE LAKE INDEPENDENT REFORMED Proclaiming the Historic Reformed Faith. Services at 9:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Worshipping at Kettle Lake School on Whitneyville Road South of 68th Street CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST LAKESIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH CHRISTIAN REFORMED 6201 Whitneyville Avenue Sun. Morning Worship............ 10:30 a.m. Sunday School..................................... 9:30a.m. Evening Service................................... 6:00p.m. Rev. Bernard Mulder, Pastor 868-6306 LEIGHTON UNITED METHODIST Peace Reformed Church Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Sunday Worship Services....... 8:30 or 11:00,6:00 Children s Churchy Youth Worship dunng morning scrvk.es. Sunday Morning Worship Canway St puppet ministry for K-4th during evening service* (Interpreted for hearing impaired)............... 9:30 a m. Sunday School.......................................................... 11:10a.m. Sunday School............................................9:45-10:45 Sunday Evening Service.............................................6:30p.m. Wednesday Night “Family Night” 6:45-8:15 Pioneer Club (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday..................... 6:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting - Wednesday........................... 7:00 p.m. Youth Fellowship - Sunday.............................. 5:00 p.m. RAY TOWNSEND, Pastor TIM DOUBLESTEIN, Youth Director qq-i onOQ 071 -OUZO Traditional Roman Catholic Latin Mass MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED Rev. Fr. Francisco Radecki, CMRI 708 West Main Street Sacred Heart Devotions Sunday Mass: 4:00 P.M. Confessions and Rosary: 20 Minutes before Mass WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 8546 Whitneyville Ave. at 84th St *891-8661 "The Church where everybody is somebody .and Jesus Christ is Lord" Sunday School....................................... 930 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship............................. 10.30a.m. Sunday Evening Worship........................ 60G p m Wed Midweek Prayer A Study...... 7:00 p m. tot titamDotxor S&eJodxr VoUhPastor/MfceLooney MukDt "God Cares for You" Cornerstone Wesleyan Church Church School 9 30 a m Meeting at the Comer of Choir Practice 9:30a.m. Wood School Rd. and Wing Rd. Worship Service 10:30a.m. Services — 250 Vine Street 1000 a.m. Sunday School . 11:00 a. m Church Office — 891-8669 Morning Worship ......... . .6:00 p.m. Evening Worship..... Parsonage — 891-8167 Phone 795-7076 Pastor Jeffrey Lee Rev. Bobby Dale Whitlock Barner Free • M-37 between Caledonia & Middleville Morning Worship Service............ 10 00 a.m Sunday School...............................1T15 a.m. Evening Worship Service................ 6:00 p.m. YOU ARE INVITED Rev Roger Timmerman, Pastor 795-3667 MIDDLEVILLE and PARMELEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES 111 Church Street Parmelee Morning Worship.......... 9:30 a m Middleville Sunday School.............9:45 a m Middleville Worship...................... 1 TOO a m. Ixlude* Adventure Club, Choirs for Children and Adults, High School Youth Group and Adult Classes For information call: 891-8119 St. Paul Lutheran Kraft Ave. & 84th St., Caledonia, Mi (Missouri Synod) "Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. " Rom. 12:10 First Service...................................... 8:30 a.m. Sunday School................................. 9 45 a m. (Fellowship Coffee 9:45 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.) Bible Classes................................. 10:00 a.m. Second Service.............................. 11:00 a.m. (All Services have a Nursery available) Rev. Robert Gerke Office: 891-8688 Church: 891-9878 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH _> JEX 12200 Chief Noonday Read (at Gun Lake) Wayland. Michigan 49348 • 795 7903 Barner Free / Programs for All Ages JL FT £\ Rev. Lynn Wagner — 795-3798 Rev. Carroll Fowler — 765-5316 Sunday Worship Kb00 am Sunday School 11 15 am Wednesday Family Night’’ 6 00 p.m. Church Office Phone — 795-9266 (Elie (Did $inir ^rthudiat (Church 5590 Whitneyville Ave S.E Alto, Michigan 49302 Sunday School................10:00 a.m. Morning Worship 11 00 a.m. Evening Worship............. 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting/ Children’s Classes 7:00 p.m. Royle Bailard, Pastor — 868-6437 - The Reorganized CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST of Latter Day Saints . S 8146 68th St near Whitneyville Ave. Church School. Sunday........................ 9:45 am Morning Worship... 11:00 am 35 Evening Worship...... 6:00 p.m. *7^’ Wed. Fellowship...... 7:30 p.m (in homes or church) call Pastor Robert Loesch 698-6027 �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / September 13, 1994 / Page 5 Loose change thing of the past in TK cafeterias by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Plastic “money" has even come to kindergartners at the Thomapple Kellogg School cafeterias. The days of children com­ ing home with the claim, ‘I lost my lunch money’ is being wiped out by students (except those at the high school) hav­ ing their own account in the lunch nx>m complete with a plastic credit’ card According to TK Food Ser­ vices Director Helen Scott, the system is set up the same in each of four schools, McFall. West. Page and the middle school Parents are asked to send in money to put into the account for their child “The lunchroom cashiers try not to take money from a student in the lunch line,” Scott said. “We ask that they bring it to school in an envelope to give to their teacher. When the money is brought down to the office, it can be credited to the ac­ count,” she said. “That eliminates the need parents to scrounge up lunch money every day and then take the chance of it getting lost before lunch time,” School added Each day when the student purchases a lunch, one swipe of the card through the reader charges the proper account. The system is programmed so that it can tell if a student is to be charged the full price, reduced price or if the meal is free. As students' accounts get low. they will be asked to let their parents know that it is time to send in more money. Each year at the end of the school year, accounts can be moved to the student’s new school building. The system, which is know as the Command Control System, was given a trial run at the Middle School and West Elementary last year, said Scott. It went so well that Page Elementary started using it last April. McFall just started using the system when school opened this fall. Each of the schools has had to develop difference ways of dealing with the cards. Seventh- and eighth-graders are allowed to take their cards with them. But if it is lost and needs to be replaced, there could be a charge to the student Sixth-graders are asked to leave their cards in the cafeteria where there is a place to store them. The older Calendar of Events Sept. 12-Oct. 7 — 4th and 5th graders have swimming. Schedules have been sent home. Suits and towels are provided. Sept. 15 — Open House. West. 6-7 p.m . Page 6:30-7:30. McFall will have another time for their open house. Sept. 20 — P E T. meeting at 7 p.m. at Page Library. Mr. Cason, our new superintendent, will speak. Childcare provid­ ed. Community ed. hosts a dinner theater production of “Robin Hood." Sept. 26 — P.E.P. meeting at the MS library . 7 p.m. Here's your opportunity to find out the whys and wherefores of MS. Sept. 28 — Elementary school pictures. (Say. Cheese’). Sept. 30 — It's jean and vacation tee shirt day at Page. Today is Homecoming at the High School. All Page Elementary students need to do is hand their card to Ann Conard, of­ fice monitor and lunch lady. She sees to it that each account is properly charged for lunches. middle schoolers have that op­ tion, too. At the elementary level, the teachers keep the cards for each of their students and pass them out just before going to lunch. The lunchroom person handling the cards will see that they get back to the pro­ per classroom after each has been “swiped” through the reader. Each of the cards has a col­ ored dot that indicates which teacher has that student. That makes sorting them out much easier, said Scott. Not many of the elementary cards have been lost by using this setup. But Scott said occasionally a child will damage a card so that it won't work. Then it will need to be replaced. Another advantage to this system is that each day. after all of the lunch times are done, a report can easily be run that gives counts on what Richard J. Choryan, O.D. DOCTOR OF OPTOMETRY 133 E Main St . Caledonia, Ml 891-9224 was bought and how many lunches served were free or at the reduced price. These figures are needed for reports, according to Scott. She is not sure when and if the system will be set up at the high school, mainly because of the expense. “We would need at least two machines if not three because of having two regular lunch lines and a snack line as well,” Scott said. Looking Ahead... Oct. 3 — High school picture day. Oct. 5 — First donut day at the Middle School. (The first Wednesday of every month). Oct. 19 — Middle School picture day. Feb. ??? — Carnival. Inside. Come escape the blahs. April 3-7 — Spring Break. May 5 — Grandparent's Day. May 26 — Dare graduation. Teachable moments... McFall — Mrs. Erb’s first grade class is beginning the year with The Farm.’ Many activities will revolve around farm animals and plants that grow on the farm. Page — Mrs. Chausow’s 4th grade class has gotten off to a great start. Everyone is settling in and getting to know the routine. Mrs. Wachtor is student teaching this fall with us. We want to welcome her! Quote of the Week — In life, as in a football game, the prin­ ciple to follow is: hit the line hard. (Theodore Roosevelt) Happy 80th Birthday!! School Lunch Menus Thornapple Kellogg School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Sept. 14 Pizzaburger on bun. green beans, blueberry crisp. M.S. Salad Bar. Thursday, Sept. 15 Beef taco salad with lettuce and cheese, soft pretzel, fresh fruit. Friday, Sept. 16 Pizza, baked beans, pineapple. Monday, Sept. 19 Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes, carrots, whole wheat bread, mixed fruit. H.S. Salad Bar. Tuesday, Sept. 20 Spaghetti/meat sauce, garlic toast, tossed salad, applesauce. NOTE: Whole or lowfat milk offered each day. Alt. menu at El. Monday, hot dog: Tuesday, turkey on bun; Wednesday, salad bar; Thurs­ day, hamburger; Friday, fishwich. Variety of sandwiches and salads at High School and Middle. Thornapple Kellogg Breakfast Menu Wednesday, Sept. 14 French toast sticks, apple juice, milk. Thursday, Sept. 15 Breakfast pizza, grape juice, milk. Friday, Sept. 16 Oatmeal/brown sugar, raisins, graham crackers, milk. Monday, Sept. 19 Cold cereal, muffin, blueberries, milk. Tuesday, Sept. 20 Scrambled egg, orange juice, toast, milk. Caledonia Community High/Middle Schools Lunch Menu Wednesday, Sept. 14 Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes, w/gravy or fr. fries, roll, fruit choice, milk. Thursday, Sept. 15 Ham cheese * bun. green beans or french fries, fruit choice, milk. Caledonia elementary orchestra meeting set for Tuesday, Sept. 27 STOP SEE YOUR CHOICE IS CLEAR. TK Bulletin Board Caledonia Schools Or­ chestra Director Pete DeLille has scheduled Tuesday, September 27 for a parent in­ formation meeting for all parents of fourth-graders in­ terested in the orchestra program The meeting «ill begin at 7 p.m. in the Caledonia High School auditorium DeLille said that fourth grade is the year when students are tested for musical interest and ability Students interested in the orchestra pro­ gram then may begin instruc­ tion on one of the string in­ struments. which include the violin, viola. cello and bass. The parent meeting will provide information about the orchestra program and De Lille will answer any ques­ tions concerning the students’ participation Anyone who has questions but cannot attend the meeting is mv ited to call DeLille at the high school. 891-8129. In honor of Friday, Sept. 16 Burrito, com or french fries, fruit choice, milk. Monday, Sept. 19 Deluxe hamburger w/bun, french fries, fruit choice, milk. Tuesday, Sept. 20 Pizza, french fries, fruit choice, milk. Caledonia Community Schools High/Middle Meal Deal Menu Wednesday, Sept. 14 BYO sub sandwich, french fries, Vita Pup, milk. Thursday, Sept. 15 Chinese bar, egg roll, Vita Pup, milk. Friday, Sept. 16 itza Pizza, french fries. Vita Pup, milk. Potato bar. Monday, Sept. 19 Grilled chicken nuggets, french fries, Vita Pup, milk. Tuesday, Sept. 20 Italian bar, Vita Pup, milk. ORPHA DUNDAS’ 80th Birthday an OPEN HOUSE ...will be held at the residence of Andy and Bobbie Dundas, A 5881 Parmalee Road, Middle- /AZ, ville. The celebration will be , between 1-4 p.m. on October W !| 2nd. All family and friends are Wr I welcomed to attend! / The Village Stylist Welcomes... AMY KNOPER to the staff. Amy is a trained professional and available for hair cuts, styles, color and perms Tuesday & Thursday 1 to 9, Wednesday 9 to 5, Friday 4 to 9 and Saturday 9 to 2. She is new to the Caledonia area and anxious to meet new people. Please call for your appointment with Amy and get a “new look” for back to school or the fall season. 134 E. Main, Caledonia • 891-1591 Salon Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9 to 9; Sat 9 to 2 �Page 6 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I September 13, 1994 Caledonia graduate earns doctorate A 1966 Caledonia High School graduate recently received the honor of the doc­ tor of philosophy from Walden University. Min­ neapolis, Minn Penny S. Weller, graduated July 9 on the campus of In­ diana University, Bloom­ ington,. Walden University employs a worldwide enroll­ ment with regional sites in a non-traditional approach to meet its students’ needs. Weller is the daughter of Joseph and Emma Weller, long-term residents of the Campau Lake area. She en­ joys summer weekends near her parents at the lake and has been employed with the Up­ john Company. Kalamazoo, for over 22 years in a variety of accounting and managerial positions. Weller has two children, Bridget, 17. and Larry, 10. Bridget recently returned from being an exchange stu­ dent in Belgium and now speaks fluent Flemish. The family currently has the ex­ ENGAGEMENTS Wisneski ■ Baldry Jean Mane Wisneski and Robert John Baldry . both of Grand Rapids, will be united in matrimony on Sept. 24, 1994. The bride-to-be is the daughter of Ruth Wisneski, also of Grand Rapids, and the late Gerald Wisneski. She is a graduate of Comstock Park High School. The future groom is the son of William and Carla Baldry of Grand Rapids He is a graduate of Thornapple-Kellogg High School and Grand Rapids Junior College. Penny S. Weller Wieringa • Thomas perience of sharing their home with Cynthia Bloch, a student from Brazil. Weller earned her bachelor's degree from Western Michigan University in 1975 and received a master of business administration degree from WMU in 1977. She won certified manage­ ment accountant designation in 1980 Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Kalamazoo Valley Communi­ Wieringa are pleased to an­ ty College. nounce the engagement of Kelly is employed with their daughter Kelly Jo to Bronson Methodist Hospital Scott James Thomas, son of in Kalamazoo. James and Jill Thomas of Scott is employed with But­ Middleville terworth Hospital in Grand Kelly and Scott are bod­ Rapids. graduates of Thornapple An Oct. 8, 1994 wedding is Kellogg High School, and planned. | Obituaries New Design Full Service Family Hair Styling Salon Casual wear NEW! & Sportswear 4 TANNERS: 2 Booths & 2 Deluxe Beds NEW! - OPEN We use and recommend products by Caledonia Village Center (M-37) • 891-9257 — As Always, Walk-ins Are Welcome — Alvert R. (Bill) Leatherman CALEDONIA - Alvert R. (Bill) Leatherman, 79 of 92nd SE, Caledonia passed away Friday, September 2, 1994. He was bom November 6, 1914 in Gaines Township, the son of Otto and Fem (Rawling) /\ /\ is proud to be a sponsor of the I ]/ \ jMcDonaias of Caledonia ® Children’s Ronald McDonald Run * Saturday, September 17 • al Caledonia Community Ed., 330 Johnson, Caledonia (approx.) 10:30 am immediately following the finish of the 5K Walk Proceeds from the Children’s races (ages 12 & under) will go to the Ronald McDonald House. All participants will receive a prize! Ronald.! Run Caledonia 1994 Saturday, September 17 Men’s & Women’s 1OK Run • 5K Run • 5K Walk 9:00 am 9:00 am 9:10 am ’12 registration before Sept. 17 • ’15 registration fee on race day Ph. 891-8117 for info. • Race Packets • Prizes • Refreshments PROUD SPONSORS: A Nicer Place To Be AA I ■ ■© h w eaver (/CONSTRUCT O* ING I McDonalds ..A (STANDAF Seif Chevrolet, inc. Caledonia Printing & Shipping bv Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Dinner theater with kids in mind is the best way to describe an upcoming produc­ tion of ‘ Robin Hood. " The Thoma ppie Kellogg Community Education pro­ gram is hosting the dinner and show at the TK High School on Tuesday . Sept. 20. The “Kids Stuff’ Theater Company, part of Top Hat Productions out of Battle Creek will be presenting the play Though the production is targeted for elementary-aged kids, both younger and older folks may enjoy it as well. A pizza dinner will be of­ fered at 6 p.m., just one hour Stifel, Nicolaus Ctttaa Stanoani Anocc 4 The Caledonia Neighborhood Watch, in con­ junction with the Kent County Sheriffs Department, will sponsor the program “Straight Talk on Drugs” at 7:30 p.m. on Sept. 20. The meeting will be held at the Caledonia High School cafeteria. Deputy John O’Rourke will present the program, which Neighborhood Watch Coor­ dinator Steve Antecki describes as “quite candid. ” The program is for adults only. Antecki said. “Deputy O’Rourke will provide jnformation and answer questions about the drug problem both county­ wide and as it is right here in Caledonia,” he said. The program is free and open to the public Anyone with questions about the program or about the Neighborhood Watch should call 891-9401 for more information. before the play is scheduled. Dinner is optional. Tickets for both cost $4. Tickets for those who only wish to attend the play will cost $3. Both types of tickets can be purchased at the TK Com­ munity Education office in the high school or by calling 795-3397. There also will be a costume contest for some add­ ed fun for the evening. Kids are invited to come dressed as a favorite character from Robin Hood. Prizes will be awarded, in­ cluding a Robin Hood video, pool passes or a free movie rental from the library. Caledonia historical group meets Sept 14 Featured speaker at the next regular monthly meeting Wednesday, Sept. 14. of the Caledonia Historical and Genealogical Society will be Charles F. Johnson of Grand Rapids. Johnson is an authority on ghost towns and settlements that formerly had post offices in Kent County and will iden­ tify those located about Caledonia and Bowne townships. He will speak about some across the boarder-line into Barry County’s Thornapple Township, too. Alone in Kent County, Johnson has found and identified ghost towns, about 160 plus is still in existence. Johnson a native of Michigan living in Grand Rapids, is a veteran stamp dealer, now retired. He will tell about the first settlers in these long-ago towns, their first postmasters, the dates these posts offices were ac­ tive, and other pertinent infor­ mation about them. Johnson has a degree from Central Michigan University with majors in languages. business and social science and a minor in history. He did post graduate work at the University of Michigan. He worked for the Grand Rapids Press for 15 years and as a columnist for the Lake County Star. A veteran of the Korean War, he was a member of the 1st Marine Division and now serves as editor of the First Marine Division Association, West Michigan Chapter, newspaper. The Slopchute News. The Caledonia Historical and Genealogical Society meeting and Johnson's talk will be held at the Barber School, 250 Maple Street, (near the village/township of fices and fire barns) beginning at 7 p.m. Admission is free and the public is invited to attend. Liberality conaiabi Icmn in giving a great deal than in gift* well timed. —Jean de la Bruyere — HOMES OF THE WEEK — 82621. DELTON AREA NEW LIST­ ING Charming older farm­ house in quiet country setting. Home boasts hardwood floors, open wood staircase. Boat access to Pleasant and Mud lakes. Quiet living, great fishing. Call Carleen, 7583605 Caledonia’s Neighborhood Watch to meet Caledonia Community Education o Leatherman. Mr. Leatherman was a Co­ founder of Briarwood Golf Club and remained working there after his retirement from GM as a Tool and Die Maker. He was a veteran of World War II in the Navy. He was preceded in death by his daughter Jeanne Leatherman. Alvert is survived by his wife Eleanor J. (Smith) Leath­ erman; his children, Bill and Carol Leatherman, Jan and Lee DeGood, Mike and Pat Leath­ erman, Jeff and Mary Jo Leath­ erman; 17 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; his brother and sister-in-law Ken and Jane Leatherman. Funeral services were held Tuesday, September 6, at the Caledonia Funeral Chapel with Reverend Robert A. Gerke officiating. Interment Lake­ side Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Hope Network. ‘Robin Hood’ play to visit TK Sept. 20 MH7M. MIDDLEVILLE Three bedroom, 2 bath 16x80 1991 Commodore home. Has cathedral ceiling, skylights and 8x10 storage shed. 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Middleville Road - Middleville 795-7933 891-1551 681-2834’ Hr �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I September 13, 1994 I Page 7 Couple opens real estate business in Yankee Springs Pet of the Week "Smidge," ond "Smudge," two eight-week-old female kittens with little marks of gray a-top their heads, would like to smell the flowers in their own homes. They are just two of the many fine animals currently available for adoption at the Barry County Animal Shelter. The shelter especially needs puppy and kitten food, it's that time of year. Bedding is also needed. Anyone wishing to moke a donation may stop by the shelter during regular business hours. The Barry County Animal Shelter is currently located at 825 W. Apple Street in Hastings. It is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, and on Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon. Cats ond kittens con be adopted for $6. The adoption fee for dogs and puppies is $10. (There may be additional costs for adult dogs for a rabies shot and license.) Also, you must sign a con­ tract stating you will have the animal spayed or neutered within 30 days or by the time it is six months old. There is no fee for bringing an animal to the shelter. For more information, call 948-4885. Jane and Charles Norris have purchased the Re/Max franchise for Yankee Springs and will open for business at 12716 Chief Noonday Road as Re/Max Yankee Pride. New broker/owner Jane Norris has more than six years experience in real estate, most recently as co-owner of Yankee Pride Real Estate w ith her husband. Jane Norris is president of the Barry-Eaton Board of Realtors and a board member of the Greater Kalamazoo Association of Realtors, the Grand Rapids Association of Realtors, and the Battle Creek Association of Realtors. She has held numerous positions on those boards and has served as a delegate to both the Michigan and National Associations of Realtors. During her real estate career. Norris has earned the CRB (certified residential broker) and GR1 (graduate. Realtors Institute) designations. In the community she is ac­ tive in the Gun Lake Chamber of Commerce Wayland Area Chamber of Commerce, Bet­ ter Business Bureau and many other organizations. She is also a licensed private in­ vestigator and security specialist and has taught crime Caledonia Woman’s Club to meet Sept. 15 The Caledonia Woman's Club, a branch of the General Federation of Woman's Clubs, will hold its first meeting of the 1994-95 year with a luncheon Thursday, September 15. Member Dorothy Gackler will be hostess to the club at Porter Hills Retirement Home in Grand Rapids, but Join 600,000 Satisfied Homeowners! Join more than 600,000 customers who insure their homes and mobile homes with us! With that many satified customers, we must be doing something right - like providing quality protection at low cost and claims service that is second-tooone! members and guests should meet at 11:30 a m. at the Caledonia Village Centre to car pool to the luncheon. Items are needed for convention favors. Reservations for the lun­ cheon are necessary, and can be made by calling 891-8880. Please leave a message on the answering machine if no one is home. The Caledonia Woman’s Serving our Country Anthony J. Stambach Air Force Airman Anthony J. Stambach has graduated from the communication­ computer systems control specialist course at Keesler Air Force Base. Biloxi, Miss. Training included basic fun­ damentals of radio and wire telecommunications, equip­ ment, systems and circuits. BINGO American Legion "Post 1305 9548 Cherry Valley. Caledonia • THURSDAY • Early Bird - 6:30 PM Happy Birthday J.L.'Schwartz Insurance Agency "Our Policy is Service" 497 Arlington St. (M-37) Middleville. Ml 49333 Call: 795-3302 or 891-8208 Club is both a social and a ser­ vice organization. In addition to its regular meetings, the group raises money for a scholarship to be awarded each year to a graduating Caledonia High School girl. The club welcomes new members. Anyone with questions about the organization also should call 891-8880 for fur­ ther information. Also included were specializ­ ed test equipment, system analysis, and troubleshooting techniques Stambach is the son of Delbert F. and Sue Stambach of 203 Meadowlark, Mid­ dleville. He is a 1993 graduate of Thomapple Kellogg High School. Charles Norris Jane Norris prevention classes and published many articles on it as well. Charles Norris has also earned his CRB. Chuck Norris, co-owner and associate broker, has over seven years of real estate ex­ perience and serveson the Barry-Eaton Board of Realtors as the MLS (multiple listing service) Committee cochair and a member of the Grievance Committee, he is also a broker member of the Grand Rapids Association of Realtors. Jane Norris said. “We pur­ chased a Re/Max franchise because it attracts top agents. That means that we’ll attract the most creative, profes­ sional and educated people in the business.” Charles agreed. “The average U.S. Re/Max agent handles over 24 transactions annually — three times the average of other full-time real estate agents. I’m pleased to say that the average annual transaction for Re Max of Michigan affiliates is over 30!" According to the Norrises. “They translate into being able to offer our clients the best real estate service available... especially with our relocation network.” Jane Norris added. “I believe the future in real estate in today’s market is to be associated with a strong, in­ ternational franchise that can offer the programs and ser­ vices that will benefit our agents and their clients — especially in the areas of education I’m extremely ex­ cited about the Re-Max Satellite Network. Re/Max is the only franchised real estate organization to offer its agents direct communication via video conferences and educa­ tional seminars to the office. This means we won’t have to travel from one city or state to another to obtain training or designation.” Charles Norris concluded. “We see that by affiliating with Re/Max. we have an op­ portunity to bring positive changes into our company and marketing area. ” Get Creative ••• • Flannel for Shirts & More Plaids, Prints & Solids • Tapestry in Florals • Corduroy — Prints & Solids PATTERNS, NOTIONS & SEWING AIDS 218 E. State St., Hastings _, —2 —- Ph. 945-9673 u Hours: Mon Thur* MOO; Frt B7, S»1 M30 HELLO. My name is John J. Loftus, and I am running for 2nd District County Commissioner. I don’t feel that beautiful Barry County should become a dumping ground for Detroit’s trash. I think we have enough of our own. Glen L. Atkinson Navy Fireman Recruit Glen L. Atkinson, son of Christopher and Diane J. Atkinson of 3085 Loop, Mid­ dleville. recently reported for duty aboard the aircraft car­ rier USS Carl Vinson, homeported in Alameda, Calif. The 1993 graduate of Thor­ napple Kellogg High School joined the Navy in January 1994. If you agree with me, please consider me for your next County Commissioner! Don’t forget to vote on November 8, 1994. Thank you. HERITAGE DAY from front page — afternoon. Heritage Day goers can catch the Village Players, square dancers, a fashion show, firefighters expo, line dancing, Dawn Huitron Sing­ ing. the Caledonia Dance School, and the Grand Rapids Accordian Ensemble (with over 30 accordiansi The final official esent for the day will be an awards ceremony at 5:30 p m The esents will go on. come ram or shine John J. Loftus Paid for by (he Committee to Elect Loftus for County Commissioner 4104 Johnson Rd. Middleville, MI 49333 �Page 8 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / September 13, 1994 Former students visit restored schoolhouse Historic Barber School rededicated last Saturday by Barbara Gail Staff Writer It was an event that many believed never would happen. But sunny skies broke through the clouds Saturday, just in time to brighten the re­ dedication of the restored Barber School at its new per­ manent home near the Caledonia Village-Township Hall. A just-right-sized crowd of about 50 people arrived for the short ceremony, which in­ cluded a flag-raising, a ribbon cutting and some speeches to mark the official re-opening of the township's oldest school Presiding over the activites were Caledonia Township Historical Commission members Dorothy Memman. Eva Engle. Ken Gackler and Barbara Waite, who never lost faith that the vandalized and decaying little schoolhouse could be preserved as a sym­ bol of Caledonia's history Among those attending the ceremony was Barbara Welton Rose, whose father at­ tended the school and whose family lived just down the road from the school’s original site at the comer of Whitneyville Road and 96th Street. She said she remembers sneaking into the old building as a child to play school, and recalled that her parents celebrated their 15th wedding anniversary in the Barber Schoolhouse. “1 cried when 1 saw it mov­ ed past my house. " she said. Gackler. also a long-time Caledonia resident, explained to the visitors that the school might have been named for the Barber family who once owned the farm across the street from the building. Generally believed to date from the late 1830s. the building was used as a school until about 1934-35. although there are no known records of Village Council President Glen Klover (left) and Caledonia Township Supervisor Tom Garbow join Historical Commission Chairwoman Dorothy Merriman in cut­ ting the ribbon at the Barber School re-dedication. who taught there or the number of students who at­ tended. Gackler said. Most of the one-room schoolhouses in the towmship closed in the 1930s when Caledonia Elementary school was built in Caledonia Village, and all area students began attending that school. Gackler said the Barber School, however, continued to be used as a gathering place for neighbors, and the old St Patrick's Catholic Church on 92nd Street used it as a social hall until the school was mov­ ed to the Caledonia High School property in 1976. That move, the one that made Barb Rose cry. was undertaken by the Caledonia Bicentennial Committee, with the idea that the schoolhouse would be used as an educa­ tional facility and as a meeting place for the Caledonia Historical Society. However, those plans for the building never were realized, and, vandalized and boarded up. the school sat unused, although not entirely forgotten. In 1988, the Township Board created the Historical Commission, with the Barber School’s fate one of the new commission’s first responsibilities. With 1989 opening of the new high school, the schoolhouse had to be moved, and some community debate ensued over whether the sadlooking little building was worth the cost of restoration. But community block grant funds had been obtained for the project, and Caledonia Township and Village of­ ficials agreed to save the old building by moving it just once more, this time to the site of the new village-township hall. Finally, after overcoming further vandalism, state bureaucratic roadblocks and lingering adverse public opi­ nion, the restoration began to become reality. Local businesses and in­ dividuals donated time, labor and materials to put the school on a new foundation, then clean, repair, paint and even landscape it. Donations of an old slate blackboard and a double row of little desks marked the beginning of a collection of appropriate artifacts for the school. Commission members were delighted when Clifford Moored, who once attended the school, donated a 1913 photo of three Barber School students. With Moored and his family in attendance, that picture, copied and enlarged, was officially hung in the school Saturday as part of the re-dedication. Moored was one of several former Barber School students present for the event. Also at­ tending were Harold Welton, Louise Van Hom Bassett. Katherine Sheehan Wieringa and Phyllis Sheehan Kietzman. Caledonia Superintendent of Schools Douglas Busman played hooky from his own school work to attend Friday’s ceremony, and told the au­ dience that the one-room school represents "a direct link to our forefathers... a time when there was clarity in the community, when people could meet in rooms like this to talk about what they must be.” Russ Gregory , editor of the Ionia Sentinel Standard, the Continued next page - Abe Lincoln (Gerald Bestrom) lends some historical presence to the re-dedication of the Barber School as he talks with Caledonia Historical Commission member Eva Engle and Rus Gregory, president of the Michigan One-Room Schoolhouse Association. Nathan Dannison of Caledonia Boy Scout Troop 202 raises the flag over the Barber School as it officially is re-opened. $ $ $ $ ■$ $ $ Credit Problems? Cash $ Problems? We can help. $ • Refinancing • Home Improvement $ • Debt Consolidation $ A-One Mortgage Corp. $ 310 44th St.. S.W.. 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BARBER SCHOOL REDEDICATED, from Page 8 Ionia City Historian and presi­ dent of the Michigan OneRoom Schoolhouse Associa­ tion. pointed out that these schools were, in fact, a tribute to the American women who taught in them. “They worked long hours for less than the price of a cow,” he said. Gregory said he believes free public education is one of the truly unique aspects of American culture, explaining that under the Northwest Or­ dinance. the 16th section of every township was reserved for the school. “(The one-room school) was an institution that did its job," he said. “From just such buildings as this, this nation emerged and defined itself...this is what wc came from.” Dance Center hires new instructor Ballet students at the Caledonia Dance Center are working with their new in­ structor. Sam Pedi. Formerly a student of the center. Pedi’s career pro­ gressed to the professional level when he was accepted to the Joffrey Ballet Company in New York City. During the three years he was with the company, he performed many roles, including the leads in both “Ballet Espanol" and “The Light." and the title role in the Joffrey’s "Nutcracker." The Caledonia Dance Center’s fourth annual pro­ duction of the “Nutcracker" is scheduled for Dec. 2 and 3. Though ballet is Pedi’s forte, he also enjoys taking jazz classes from staff member. Tanya Biller, formerly of the Jazz Dance Theater in Ann Arbor The Caledonia Dance Center is entering its 12th season of dance education. Enrollment will continue through September. For more information, call 89|-|N)6 Women 40 andover, pfease kaue re<ju.fa.r ma mmo^ rams fouj cost Ktke >arry-£aton ^bistrict^Jdeaflk ^beparlment Caledonia Schools Superintendent Doug Busman congratulates the Historical Commission on preserv­ ing the Barber School as a direct link with our forefathers.' al (616) 945-9516. S®l! Step up to higher rates. 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Everyone is invited to be a part of the festivities. “Crosswork," also will per­ form following the picnic. Bring a dish to pass and join in the celebration. For more information, call 795-7076. Voted Favorite Group by the Michigan Gospel Music Association in 1991 and 1992, Crosswork is a mixed vocal quartet offering a blend of traditional southern gospel- accounting TAXES Susan A. Foster CALL (616) 795-3387 Money Concepts t « FINANCIAL PLANNING CENTER 795-2088 Susan Foster, owner of Thornapple Financial Center (formerly Roush's), likes the look of the new sign displayed in front of the Middleville office. "Crosswork” will perform Sunday at the Cor­ nerstone Wesleyan Church on Woodschool Road. Eva Engle celebrates 80th birthday There will be an open house to celebrate the 80th birthday for Eva Engle at the Caledonia United Methodist Church on Sunday, Oct. 2, from 2 to 5 p.m. Her friends are invited to stop in and share in this happy occasion being arranged by her family. Please no gifts. Only your presence is desired. NOfH Tfwrnappte Financiat Center TOWING & s RECOVERY (616) 795-2200 • F 24 Hour Emergency Dispatch Most major motor clubs accepted. • Unlock • Jump Start • Motorcycle • Flatbed • 4 Wheel Drive • Emergency Tire Repair 507 Arlington (M-37) Middleville, Ml 49333 "We’re Pulling For You style music. Their repertoire includes selections from some of today’s favorite southern gospel groups. Cross work was formed in 1986 as a group of friends in their church choir decided to try singing a few songs together It took a lot of faith for Crosswork to invest the time and resources necessary for them to expand their ministry beyond their home church, but the Lord has guid­ ed them, opened many doors for them, and has blessed them with testimonies that touch people everywhere they go Crosswork ministers in all denominations of churches. They are favorites of all types of congregations — from Christian Reformed to Bap­ tist, Assembly of God to Methodist. Crosswork does not limit themselves to just singing in churches, or for church groups. They are a regularly featured group at the Summer In the Park series of gospel concerts in their home town. They have also been invited to sing in the malls, at a credit union dinner, and at prisons. Middleville, Hastings accounting firm announces new name by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Thornapple Financial Center in Middleville and Hastings is really the same firm with a new name. The center has been known as Roush’s since opening in 1982 in Hastings and 1988 in Middleville. The reason for the name change is because of the retirement of founder Bill Roush. Susan Foster, who joined the firm as a partner in 1985, now fully owns the business. She was surprised that Roush retired when he did since originally that wasn't planned for two or three more years. in fact, at the dedication of the new office building in Middleville in December, that was still the plan. But, everything has been finalized over the last few weeks, and now Foster in­ tends to keep things running smoothly and as efficiently as ever, offering the firm’s clients the same services as in the past. "People have been wonder ing if the firm has changed hands since the new sign went up," Foster said. “1 just want to assure everyone that the business and (Mir good service hasn't changed, just the name.” Foster mainly works out of the Middleville office (and her home during the off season). At this time, the Hastings office is closed since it nor­ mally has hours only during tax season. Thornapple Financial Center will continue to offer complete accounting and tax services, along with financial planning. Special assessment districts keep Yankee Springs board busy by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The Yankee Springs Township Board seemed to have a concentration of issues dealing with special assess­ ment districts within the township. Besides holding the final public hearings for two cur­ rent special assessment districts at Thursday’s board meeting, the board also got word on another special assessment district that was set up about five years ago. Yankee Springs Treasurer Bob Herold explained that he had found that two of the three payments due on the Sandy Beach Special Assessment District had not ever been bill­ ed or paid. Since those payments were from four years ago, he ap­ plied the interest and then bill­ ed the property owners for the balance of the special assessment. Herold reported that since the billing, all of the payments had come in and the special assessment was now paid in full. However, the board receiv­ ed a complaint and a request from one property owner. That individual felt that he should be refunded the in­ terest on the loan, especially since the township had never billed him for the second and third installments. "But all of these people knew that they owed this money to the township. No one ever came forward to point it out.” Herold said. “I personally feel that it is the property owners’ responsibili­ ty to pay their debt in a timely manner. “I believe the interest for the additional time is their repsonsibility,” said Herold. Ail of the board members (Trustee Jack Finkbeiner was absent) agreed with Herold. If the refund had been ap­ proved, $66.50 would have been sent to 24 property owners on Sandy Beach. Final public hearings for two other special assessment districts were held. These hearings basically were just formalities, accor­ ding to township officials, since there had been no pro­ blems or objections at prior hearing. The board gave final ap proval on the Oakwood Shores Special Assessment District No. 14. This is for a sewer extension on Cobb Lake. Estimated cost of the extension is $18,000. Con­ struction is set to begin this week. Final approval by the board was also given for the Terry Avenue Special Assessment District No. 15. This for pav­ ing of the road at an estimated cost of $17,000 That work is expected to be completed before winter. Terms of payment back to the township by the property owners in both of the special assessment districts are that three payments will be made, with the first due on Dec. 15, the second and third on that same date in 1995 and 1996. In other business, the township: — Approved a split and rezoning on a portion of the Smith property that was recommended by the Township Planning Commission. The master plan was chang­ ed and the parcel has gone from agricultural to low den­ sity residential. — Received a request from Bruce Helder for the township to release a six-foot alley that runs from Briggs Road near Barlow Lake Road. Helder has plans to pur­ chase several lots around that alley. The alley itself does not provide lake access and there now is a garage that obstructs the alley The board felt that it needed to seek legal counsel. — Passed a resolution that will delay C-Tech Cable Systems of Michigan from be­ ing able to increase cable rates. • Homeowner* ** Cash Fast * 1V and 2nd Mongape purtnaae or refinance Tandcorwraa refinancing * Home or Rental Property ‘Stow CrecM OK. *8* ConsoMdebon etc. Taet Easy *Ca« 24 Hours AMtaM Mortgage I Finance Corp 800- 966-2221 FREE Pre-OuaWKatton �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I September 13, 1994 I Page 11 Capitol Commentary By $en. Dick Posthumus Statewide ballot issues face voters This column is the second in a five-part series As promised last week, this week's column will focus on Proposal A — one of four ballot proposals Michigan voters will decide on in poll booths this November. First, I want to point out that this fall’s Proposal A is totally different from the much-talked about Proposal A passed earlier this year. While the earlier Proposal A dealt with school fun­ ding, the one coming up in just three months asks voters whether they favor a constitutional convention. When the Michigan Constitution was written in 1963, framers feared the document could be come outdated. To allow for progress and change, they included a provision in the con­ stitution that requires Michigan voters to decide every 16 years whether the document needs revision The last vote was in 1978. If voters reject Proposal A this fall, the state constitution would be left in its current form. However, if voters approve Proposal A, we will be required to hold another election by May 1995 to nominate delegates to a const lutional convention. Voters in each of Michigan's 38 senatorial districts and 110 state House districts would nominate in partisan elections one person to serve a convention delegate The delegates would then convene on the first Tuesday of October, or before that date if specified in law. to rewrite the state constitution After their work is done and supported by a majority vote, the delegates would submit the rewritten con­ stitution to state voters for approval. Some groups believe voters should support Proposal, argu­ ing this is an opportunity to update a 31-year-old document. Others see it as an opportunity to implement more tax-cutting initiatives and step up protections for homeowners and local units of government against the power of the state. Those opposed to Proposal A fear a rewrite of the constitu­ tion is risky business. Delegates may have narrow political agendas and attempt to carry out changes that could not be won at the ballot box if they stood alone. Most, like myself, believe more change is necessary to help our state compete in a world marketplace. However, many like myself also believe these changes can be made without the costs and risks associated with a constitutional convention. I’d like to provide the ballot language for you one more time so you have an opportunity to familiarize yourself with it. The ballot will read like this: ‘PROPOSAL A: A PROPOSAL TO CONVENE A CONSTITUTIONAL CONVENTION FOR THE PUR­ POSE OF DRAFTING A GENERAL REVISION OF THE STATE CONSTITUTION. Shall a convention of elected delegates be convened in 1995 to draft a general revision of the state constitution for presentation to the state’s voters for their approval or rejection?” TK freshman football defeat Caledonia 28-6 The Thornapple-Kellogg for their only score. The offensive line of Shawn freshman football team got off to a winning start with a 28-6 Hiese. Shane Doom. Mike victory over Caledonia. Sept. Hall. Eric Vernon. Will Holmes. Richie Frazer and 1. Spencer Romph started the Ron Haynes did an excellent job of opening holes in the Trojans off with a 44-yard touchdown run on the opening Caledonia defense, according to the coaching staff. series of the game. Eric Reeder scored T-K’s Nick Gallup added six more on a 25-yard run late in the se­ final touchdown on a 12-yard cond quarter and then added reverse. the extra points for a 14-0 half-time lead. T-K marched the length of the field to begin the third FOR CLASSIFIED quarter with Romph scoring from the 11-yard line. Gallup added two more extra points The young Trojans played strong on defense allowing the Call: Scots just 141 yards on of­ fense. Eighty-five of those 795-3345 came on one play late in the third quarter which was good ACTION ADS Next week, I will detail Proposal B for you, which deals with the right of convicted criminals to automatically appeal if they’ve pled guilty or no contest to charges brought against them. MACOMBER WELDING & MILLWRIGHT SERVICE INC. Help with the federal government available on the third Thursday in Middleville On the third Thursday of each month, a representative from Second District Congressman Pete Hoekstra's office will be at the Thomapple Township Hall in Middleville to answer Absentee ballots available for Sept. 27 school election Anyone who will be out of town for the September 27 school election can pick up an absentee ballot at the Caledonia Schools Ad­ ministrative Office, 203 E. Main. The office is open weekdays from 8 a m. to 4:30 p.m., and also will be open Saturday. Sept. 23 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Anyone with questions should contact Leta Bailard at the school office, 891-8185. questions and offer advice on problems with the federal government. The two-hour sessions will let area residents get help from Hoekstra without traveling to Hoekstra's permanent offices in Holland, • • • • Immigration and Naturalization Service. In Middleville, the representative will be at the hall at 200 E. Main Street the third Thursday from noon to 2 p.m. Angles Flats Channels Tubing Plate Pipe Sheets Beams (616) 698-0819 3255 68th Street S.E. • Dutton Instant Home Improvement All of our homes: Sj&f. $3 SL TK Cub Scout Rally set for Thursday Sept. 15 Cub Scout Rally night has been set for Thursday, Sept. 15, at 7 p.m. Any boys in the first through fourth grades in the Thornapple Kellogg Schools is invited to come to the signup at Page Elementary in Middleville The cost for registration is $20 and includes a one-year subscription to "Boy’s Life” magazine. Anyone who wants to sign up. but can t attend the rally or has questions, can contact Beth Blocksma at 795-3463. Muskegon and Cadillac. 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The Knights' defense stiffened, but the Scots were able to score three off the foot of Dan Simmons. The Scots again scored in the fourth when Bill Norris caught the Knights' running back in the end zone for a two-point safety. The Scots then got the ball back and again drove the field, concluding with a full­ back trap where Jason Hay­ wood found pay dirt. Uyl connected with wide receiver Matt Neely for the two-point conversion to wind up the Scots' scoring. With three minutes left in the game, Brian Poolie went in for Kenowa Hills for their only score. Uyl was the leading rusher for the Scots was Uyl with seven carries for 63 yards and a touchdown. He also threw seven completions for another 73 yards. Jason Pierce had seven carries for 40 yards and Chris TK golfers 2nd in OK Blue jamboree The Middleville golfers finished second behind Calvin Christian in the first O-K Blue jamboree, last week. Dykstra’s Preferred Poured Walls, Inc. • Poured basement walls • Flatwork • Farm work ’ ROB DYKSTRA, Owner 10698 Finkbelner Rd., Middleville Allen carried nine times for 35 yards. Neely caught three of Uyl's passes for 44 yards and Justin Heyboer caught one for 13 yards and one from the opposing quarter­ back for a 18-yard return. Defensively, Simmons was the stand out with four quar­ terback sacks for a minus 60 rushing yards. He had nine solo tackles on the night. Adam Paarlberg had 11 tackles and Ryan Stevens had eight. The Scots are now 2-0 overall and 1-0 in the O.K. Gold. The gridders will be at Cedar Springs, Friday, for another league match up. 795-7674 Middleville and Calvin Christian both finished with 177 strokes, but a tie-breaker gave Christian the win. Medalist in the tournament was Brad Williams, who shot a 40, at Palmer Park in God­ win. Ryan Nausieda finished the course with a 45 and Marty Bender and Bryan Endres finished with 46s. Coach Bernie Weller said he was proud of the way his team played on the tough course and was pleased with the improvement over last year's 184 on that course. Number 34 battles Number 34 as T-K’s Jessica Coe (in black) tries to tip the re­ bound away from Caledonia's Kristy DeBoer. Scots top TK in hoops by 10, JV wins by 25 Caledonia pulled away in the third quarter to stop Middleville 42-32, in girls varsity basketball, Sept. 8. The Sweet Ladies poured on the coal in the third period, outscoring the Lady Trojans 16-6 on their way to the win. The team also had a season-high 27 rebounds in the game. Jodi VanderVelde led the Scots scoring with 13 points. Mindi Smith had 10 points and Jaime Oatley had nine points and nine rebounds for the varsity team. Allison Schneider had 14 points and Sarah Bom had 12 for the junior varsity team as the young Sweet Ladies won 59-34. Jen Vining had eight points and seven rebounds, Jen Greevers had six points and five rebounds and Sara Steele had five rebounds. (Courtesy of Matt Neely) Scots boys' cross country team moves to 5-0 The Caledonia boys cross country team moved to 5-0 and 1-0 in the O-K Gold with Star ting siepteimber 6- FALLCLALSSES Mon. Tues. wed. Thurs. Fri. sat. 6:00 A.M. 9:00 A.M. 4:00 P.M. / Step B.N. Slide B.N. Slide Step B.N. B.N. Step Slide J.H. Step Slide B.N. B.N. Slide Step B.N. B.N. Step Slide Slide J.H. Step Another perfect B.N. 75 Mins. Step or Slide Slide B.N. Step meet for B.N C Step Slide Step Slide J.H. J.H. J.H. J.C. J.C. • Strength Training • Body Masters Equipment • 2 Personal Trainers • Tanning • Nutritional Counseling 6:30 P.M. Step aerobics can be done by people of all fitness levels. The class is taught by showing different levels to the entire group, using Reebok Steps. ft New: Slide Training is a class designed for a total body workout. It utilizes side-to-side motion to specifically train the musculature of the lower body and to protect and rehabilitate the joints of the hip, knee and ankle while simultaneously promoting overall fitness. ABSOLUTELY NO IMPACT! FREE 1/2 Hour Massage with one Year Membership U Scots girls If Instructors Bated NdWtdf GACECartNM w ' J.W* / Massage Therapist Available on... Mondays A There they go again. The Caledonia girls cross country team defeated an­ other O-K Gold team with a perfect score. The Scots girls topped Calvin Christian 15-50 in their meet Sept. 7. Finishing first was Katie Sobczak with a time of 19 minutes, nine seconds, fol­ lowed by Sarah Parbel at 19:31, Keri Bloem at 19:40 and Barb Warner at 19:57. Sarah Parbel finished at 20:21 to finish out the scor­ ing for the Scots cross coun­ try team. Audrey Warner and Beth Parbel finished sixth and sev­ enth for the team to round out sweep. Thirteen other runners fin­ ished for the Scots girls cross country team. Coach Dave Hodgkinson said he was glad to have a team which can get four run­ ners to finish in under 20 minutes. a 19-38 win over Kenowa Hills, Sept. 7. Leading runners for the Scots was Ben Thompson, who crossed the line first at 17 minutes, 18 seconds. Teammate Dave VandenBerg crossed the tape 12 seconds later for second place. Finishing fourth was Todd Striplin at 18:40 and Rob Lillie was fifth at 18:50. Dave Friedrich was the final scorer for Caledonia at 18:59. Jamie Smith finished at 19:52 and Phil Vanlaan fin­ ished at 21:35. Coach John Soderman said the team was very competi­ tive and he feels good the Scots defeated Kenowa Hills, at team which had their entire team back from last year. "The difference was that we were in better condition,” Soderman said. SAVE $100! 16 • 16 • 16 FERTILIZER 50 lbs. - only ^6" Reg. $7.99 Covers 8,000 sq. ft. Caledonia Fanners Elevator 136 E. Main Street • Caledonia 891-8108 • Open 6 Davs a Week �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I September 13, 1994 / Page 13 ‘Morning has broken’ for CHS soccer team "It was an exceptional week for us,” said Caledonia High School varsity soccer coach Brian Broekhuizen. "We’ve overcome our adver­ sities and the guys now know how to win. "Morning has broken." Broekhuizen said the 3-0 shut out of "fairly good" Sparta and 4-2 win over "very strong and well coached" Middleville has given the Scots something to cheer about. "We decided to take every­ thing 40 minutes at a time." the coach said. "We'll play one half at a time and not worry about the next." The Scots shut out over Sparta came Sept. 6 and the win over Middleville fol­ lowed on Sept. 8. Against Sparta, the Scots kickers scored the winning goal in the first half off the foot of Jared Oatley. In the second half, halfback Steve Schmidt fed Ivan Prado the ball for another score and Adam Sobczak sent one to Mark Boncher for the final score. Middleville was set back by Eric Roger who scored the hat trick. Rogers scored one goal in the first half and the other two after the break. Prado got an assist from Sid Newhoff for the other goal for the Scots. In the Sparta match, Broekhuizen said the players showed they weren't afraid to play aggressively and im­ proved on their short passing game Against Middleville, Broekhuizen said he was Trojan gridders fall to Rogers 22-10 Four fumbles lost and two interceptions cut short the Middleville varsity football team's hope of notching its first win of the season, Friday night. The Trojans lost to Wyoming Rogers, 22-10 and Thornapple Roofing & Siding Vinyl Siding Replacement Windows Free Estimates Licensed Builder 795-2039 Why call Spencer's Towing? ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 24 Hour Service Radio Dispatch Fully Insured Flatbed Service Emergency Tire Repair Jumpstarts Lock Outs 8 Trucks Available We bill direct to every insurance agency in Barry County, including: • • • • • AAA Amoco AARP Montgomery Wards Auto Owners confident about the develop­ ment of his defense after they shut down the Trojan in the second half. "T-K has a fine team and they are strong in the O-K Rainbow, but in this game, everyone on our defense was playing very well." the Scots coach said. Against Sparta, he said cornerbacks Tim Baker and Boncher. stopper Nick Pries and sweeper Oalley did a su­ perior job. The Scots host Calvin Christian today and the var­ sity will be on the road at Kenowa Hills, Thursday. • ERS • Allstate • Farmers • State Farm • Cross Country we are on the 911 Emergency Call List SPENCER'S TOWINC 795-3369 — or — 1-800-635-9964 MIDDLEVILLE now fall to 0-2 this season, The team will play Saginaw Nouvel Catholic Central High School, this Friday. The Trojans kept the game close through the first half. The Golden Hawks scored once in the first quarter and again in the second and completed both two-point point-after tries. In the second quarter Matt Liu ran two yards for the Trojans’ only touchdown and the team completed the twopoint coversion. The team scored two points in the second half on a safety. Liu was also the leading rusher with 21 carries for 69 yards and Ed Solomon had eight carries for 22 yards. The team had a total of 171 totlal yards, including 77 through the air. Defensively, Jody Blain had seven solo tackles and Mike Smalley had six. Scot defender Mike Pries (18) steals the ball from the Middleville offense dur­ ing the CHS-TK soccer contest last week. NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING OF THE CALEDONIA FARMERS ELEVATOR COMPANY This is to notify you that the annual meeting of the members of Caledonia Farmers Elevator Company will be held on September 17. 1994 at the H^iy Family Catholic Church at 9669 Kraft Ave., Caledonia. Ml Registration to begin at 6:30 p.m. Dinner at 7:00 p.m. followed by a business meeting for the following purpose: 1. Hear reports of the past year's business. 2. Elect directors. 3. Consider such other matters as may properly come before the annual meeting. Special guest speaker will be William (Bill) Headley His topic will be "Put on a Happy Face.” Mr. Headley is known as the deacon in his speaking profession. Deacon Bill Headley's enthusiastic, humorous outlook is as catching as it is captivating. Please set this date on your calendar & plan to attend the annual meeting. 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Be the first to see the revolutionary new John Deere 8000 Series tractors Tueday, Sept. 13, 1994 DATE 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM TIME • Come to our rpedal OPEN HOUSE and see an all-new line of John Deere traaon that will put you Kght-rean ahead of the rest • Experience visibility, maneuverabtliry, po*er, and control unprecedented in tracton this size. • Four all-new models; from 160-hp to 225-hp. • Come to Fillmore Equipment for directions to field site. A Deroos will be held at our furore site at 2900 N. Broad-A-ay (M-43) 3 rru'Ies north of Hastings. Fillmore Equipment, Inc Thornapple Valley Equipment, Inc. 1690 S. Bedford Road Hastings, Ml 49058 SEE YOU AT OUR OPEN HOUSE Phone: 616-945-9526 �Page 14 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / September 13, 1994 TK JV soccer team remains undefeated game at the 13-minute mark. The second goal came with 15 minutes of the clock in the second half when Josh Wen sent a comer kick to the front of the goal where Tom Piccione knocked it in. Coach Marty Wustman noted that keeper Chris Niles did an "exceptional job" in the shut out and Dean Laansma did the same al his midfielder position. In the game against South Christian, the Sailors scored seven minutes into the match and the Trojans scored a minute later to tie the score at one apiece. The score came It was three games and zero* losses for the Mid­ dleville junior varsity soccer (earn to start the season. So far in the early season, the young Trojans have de­ feated East Grand Rapids, 20, Sept. 2 and Caledonia 3-1, Sept. 8 and fought to a 2-2 tie versus Grand Rapids South Christian. Sept. 6. In the first game of the year, Middleville faced East Grand Rapids, a team which had already played three games. Middleville's Brian Bergakker sent a pass to Scott Evans in front of the goal for the first score of the on a throw in by Laansma to Evans. At the 13-minute mark, the Sailors again took the lead , but center-striker Bergakker broke free and beat the Sailors' goalie on a one-onone challenge for the tying score. Trojan keeper Chris Niles stopped a penalty kick late in the first to preserve the tie. According to Wustman, the second half was "as wild as the first, but neither team could arrange a score.” Against the Fighting Scots, the jayvee had a one-point deficit two minutes into the game when the ball bounced off the goal post and ca­ reened into the net for Cale­ donia's only score of the match. At 22 minutes into the first half, Bergakker sent a pass to Evans for the tying score. Laansma sent a pass inside to Bergakker, who in turn, sent it past the Scots keeper for the go-ahead goal and Laansma converted a penalty kick into the upper comer of the net for the cushion in the 3-1 win. Wustman said the win was preserved because of the "strong defense" by Ross Lu­ cas, Josh Stoerts and Mike Potts. 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It you pay in advance, you save 50* billing charge. Deadline is Friday at 4:00 pjn. The Caledonia tennis team defeated Kenowa Hills, 6-2, Sept. 7, losing only the No. 2 singles and doubles matches. Kris VanBelkum won at No. 1 singles, Kim Crissman took No. 3 singles and Amy Perkins won at No. 4 singles. Winning in doubles was Holly Debrie and Dorothy Benham at No. 1, Lysa Fer­ guson and Joelle Busman at No. 3 and Hiedi Hanna and Holly Hurst at No. 4. (Courtesy of Matt Neely) Rent What You Need — for your Home Improvements! Saws Sanders and Grinders Concrete Tools Hammer Drills • Pumps Carpet Tools Heaters - Oil Fired Automotive Tools Welding Supplies Leaf Blowers Pressure Washers Skid-Steer Loader • Nailers • Generators and Welders • Trailers and Moving Equipment • Painting Equipment • Wallpaper Steamer • Hand Tools • Construction Equipment Caledonia Rent All , September 14 • September 24, 1994 LUBE — OIL — FILTER Limit 5 qts. of Valvoline. Must Bring Coupon 9818 Cherry Valley Ave . (M-37) Caledonia • 616-891-0050 Oper Monday Saturday 8 a nr. io 5 30 p m �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / September 13, 1994 / Page 15 TK netters runner up in Hastings Invitational South Christian finished with 15 points and Mid­ dleville was second with 11 to top the scores at the Hast­ ings Invitational Tennis Tournament, Saturday. Hastings finished tied for third with Caledonia with eight points apiece. At No. 1 singles, Erin Wolverton cut a swath through the competition with 37 games and only one loss. She defeated South Christian 6-0, 6-0, Caledonia 6-0, 6-0, and Hastings 6-1,6-0. Coach Larry Seger said she was strong in the matches and "pretty much controlled everything." At No. 2 singles. Traci Campbell play what Seger called "arguably the best match of the day," when she lost to South Christian in her final match. She had already defeated Caledonia 6-0. 6-1 and Hastings. 6-1.6-2. In the final match she lost 6-1, 5-7, 6-4. She was strong on her ap­ proach and played strong in the match according to Seger, but couldn't put the win away. Kiley Thaler, at No. 4 sin­ gles, had just one win. over Hastings 6-0, 6-0. Kori Hutchins and Sarah Wright won at No. 1 doubles with wins over Caledonia 7-6 (8-6), 7-6 (7-4), Hastings, 64, 7-5 and South Christian 64.6-1. Seger said they could have easily just given up in the first match, because they were down in both tie break­ ers, but "they stayed with it and kept trying." NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Thornapple Township Planning Commission Middleville's No. 1 singles player Erin Wolverton slams a forehand across the net In her first match of the Hastings Invitational Tennis Tennis Tournament. She won 36 of 37 games in the tournament. Middleville’s Traci Campbell returns an overhead in her match over Caledonia, which she won 6-0, 6-2. Courtney DeHaan and Kelly Williams defeated Hastings 6-3, 6-2 and Cale­ donia 7-5, 6-1 to round out the team scoring for the Lady Trojans. The team defeated visiting Rogers. Sept. 7, 7-0. Wolverton won her matches 6-0.6-0 and Camp­ bell won tier's 6-2, 6-2. Jenny Manage won 6-2, 62 at No. 3 singles and Thaler won 6-7 (5-7), 6-2, 6-1 at No. 4. It was the first varsity win for both girls in singles. Hutchins and Wright won 6-2, 6-0, winning seven straight games to ledger the victory. DeHaan and Williams hit a shut out 6-0, 6-0 at No. 2 doubles as did Darcy Mu­ gridge and Adelaide Devine at No. 3 doubles. TK JV fall to Rogers golfers in Spectrum The junior varsity golfers from Middleville High School lost to Wyoming Rogers, last week, in the Spectrum League. T-K golfers carded a 202 to Rogers' 186. Lowest scorer for the young Trojans was Josh Lan­ caster with a 45, followed by Alex Middleton with 51 and Ken Barrett and Josh Stauffer with 53. SPECIAL LAND USE PERMIT APPLICATION NO SU-13 Notice is hereby given that on September 19.1994 at 7:30 p.m. at Thornapple Township Hall. 200 E Main St.. Middleville. Michigan the Thornapple Planning Commission will hold a public hearing for the purpose of hearing comments regarding a Special Land Use Permit Application in an A-R zone. Thornapple Township The proposed special use is to permit a Contrac­ tor Yard in an Agricultural-Residential district and more fully described as: Legal description of parcel: Beginning at west % post of section 9, Thornapple Township, then north along the west line of said section 330 ft. then north 89 degress, 44' 19" E 1322.07 ft to east line SW 1/4 NW 1/4 section 9, then south 00 degrees, 01' 15" east along said east line 330 ft. to east and west 1/4 line said section, then south 89 deg 44' 19" west along said 1/4 line 1322.19 ft to point of beginning Name and address of applicant Mr. Darwin Bergakker dba: Old Style Mobile Home Service 6416 Cherry Valley Rd. Middleville. Ml 49333 The special use application may be inspected at the Thornapple Township offices daily 9 a m. to 4 p.m. Any written comments regarding this applica­ tion may be addressed to: Secretary Mark Sevald. Thornapple Township Planning Commission. 200 E Main St., Middleville, Ml 49333. Mark Sevald, Secretary Thornapple Township Planning Commission NOTICE: Thornapple Twp. will provide reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed material being considered at the election/meeting/hearing upon seven (7) days notice to the Township Clerk. Individuals with disabilities requireing auxiliary aids or services should contact the clerk by writing or calling: Thornapple Township Clerk, 200 E. Main St., Middleville, Ml 49333. Telephone 795-7202. (111) MIDDLEVILLA LANES 891-1287 or 795-3640 CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on September 19, 1994, at 7:30 p.m. the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, concerning a proposed amendment in the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia. The proposed amendment would, if adopted, amend Section 17.13(d) of the Township Zoning Ordinance so as to provide that in connection with a requested renewal of a planned mineral removal (PMR) permit, such renewal shall include a certificate of com­ pliance signed by the Township Supervisor, and such certificate shall specify, if such is the case, the compliance of the PMR operation with all of the applicable provisions of the PMR Chapter, as of the date of the signing of the certificate of compliance. Such application, including the certificate of compliance, is to be submitted not later than 120 days prior to the expiration of the existing PMR permit. A copy of the proposed Zoning Ordinance amendment is on file and may be examined at the Caledonia Township offices, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, during normal business hours. All interested persons may attend the public hearing and be heard with regard to the proposed amendment in the Township Zoning Ordinance. Dated: August 24, 1994 (110) PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA FALL LEAGUE OPENINGS Men Leagues Openings □ MONDAY - Industrial 6:30 p.m. individual openings. Needs two 5 person teams and D THURSDAY ■ Classic 6:30 p.m. Needs one 5 person team and individual. Thirsty Night 9:15 p.m. - 3 person teams - has openings for teams and individuals. Daytime women’s League Openings — Babysitting Available □ FRIDAY - Early Risers 9:30 a.m. - Individuals and team openings. — MIXED LEAGUE BOWLERS NEEDED — □ TUESDAY • 9 a.m. Mixed team. Men, women or mixed teams, 3 per C WEDNESDAY - Senior Social Lunch and Bowl - 10 a m., 2 per team, men, women or mixed. 8 week sessions, $6.50 per person. □ THURSDAY • Midnight League (12:30 a.m. Fri.) has team and individual openings, 3 bowlers per team, men, women or mixed. C FRIDAY • Mixed Short Season Sept, thru Dec. Men, women or mixed, 4 per team. Team and individual openings, starts Sept. 16. □ SUNDAY 6:30 p.m. Every Other Week Mixed - Men, women or mixed - 4 per team, starts Sept. 18. Youth Bowling Starts □ WEDNESDAY 4 p.m., 2 team - Sept. 14 □ THURSDAY 2:30 p.m., 3 per team - Sept. 15. □ SATURDAY 9 a.m. & 12:30 p.m., 4 per team ■ Sept. 17 □ PEE WEE BUMPER BOWLING LEAGUE 12:30 p.m., starts Sept. 17. 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Fn 11 am to 1 30 pm . regnr Sun Thure 3 30 p.m to *030 pm Fn & Sat 330pm to 12am 9790 CHERRY VALLEY, M-37 - CALEDONIA � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/704/SunandNews_1994-09-20.pdf e2e3bf7c258074d0feb6525d218df6a9 PDF Text Text Your Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas No. 33 I September 20, 1994 Middleville, Michigan 49333 124th Year Schools request 1.28 mills for district tech program TK teachers and staff contracts are ratified by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Two-year contracts for Thomapple Kellogg teachers and non-instructional staff were ratified at the TK Board of Education meeting on Mon­ day evening last week. Members of the TK Educa­ tional Association and the TK Non-lnstructional Association will receive flat 2 percent wage increases for each of the contract years. When the doors of the Middleville-based schools opened Tuesday. Aug. 25. teachers and staff came without new contracts even though negotiations had been going on throughout the summer The TKEA represents 131 members and the TKNIA has about 80 members. A beginning teacher in the TK district has an annual salary of $27,393 with the new contract Teacher salaries go as high as $51,225 per yer for those with 15 years of experience and additional education of a master’s degree plus 30 hours. TK Superintendent Jay Cason pointed out that TK has 14 new teachers who would fall into the lower end of the wage scale. They are replacing several teachers who retired last year. The benefit package for the teachers remains much the same as in the last contract, said Cason. Areas of variance include guaranteed planning time for elementary teachers, per diem pay for teachers for additional days for training (controlled by the board and budget), the elimination of the extra half days at the high school level that were given when the school day went from six to seven periods last year, and the elimination of comp time for teachers when one covers classes for another (for exam­ ple: if one teacher must leave early). “It was a give-and-take situation for both the board *< I felt that the teachers’ union and negotiators handled the contract talks very professionally, and I must commend their participating and bargaining in good faith. ’’ — Jay Cason Superintendent and the teachers,” Cason said. “I felt that the teachers’ union and negotiators handled the contract talks very profes­ sionally, and 1 must commend their participating and bargaining in good faith.” The new contract for the TKNIA also included a 2 per­ cent wage increase per con­ tract year. Other than the increase and some internal language deal­ ing with seniority and the assignment of overtime, the contract is essentially the same, explained Cason. Wages in for the noninstructional staff are divided into several categories. New hourly rates for custo­ dians are $8.46 to $10.91; secretaries. $8.69 to $11.27; cooks. $9.62 to $11.51; librarian and paraprofessionals, $8 33 to $10.80; monitors. $8.17 to $9.97; and cafeteria helpers. $8.17 to $9.97. Wages for both the TKEA and TKNIA members are retroactive to July 1. 1994. In other business last week, the school board: — Accepted resignations from Tam Byron-Okuly. TK Middle School resource room teacher for the past six years, and Betty Brady, who had worked for the district for more than 20 years as either a bus driver, cafeteria worker or noon aide. — OK’d the extension of the maternity leave of teacher Beth Bauer from nine to 18 weeks. That covers the entire first semester. — Approved the textbook for the high school French • course that is being offered for the first time at the high school. French was introduc­ ed as an enrichment class at the middle school last year. — Appointed President Jan Siebesma and Vice President Dan Parker as delegates for the Michigan Association of School Boards. David Smith was selected as alternate. — Set a special meeting date of Monday. Sept. 19, for setting goals. CMS students work on nature center projects The Caledonia Middle School Leadership Class recently built some bluebird boxes to attract those feathered friends to the nature center which will border the new middle school. That facility is now under construction and is scheduled to open in the fall of 1995. Pictured with their handiwork also under construction, ore Brad Fortuna (kneeling, left), Brent Beckett. John Ramos, Josh Moody, Ryan Stark (standing, left), Brooks Vasguez. Joy DeVries. Shawn Randolph Deanna Hale (sitting), Amy Kerry, Andrea Barnhard and Jenny DeWit. Caledonia Schools ask voters to ‘invest in technology’ Sept. 27 Caledonia School Taxes for $100,000 Home Proposal A Mills W* by Barbara Gall Staff Writer The Caledonia Community Schools will ask its voters next Tuesday to support a special 1.28-mill levy to generate funds for the district’s technology program. Why a millage for technology? The new legislation govern­ ing funding for school opera­ tions (Proposal A) does not provide local districts funds for technology. It does, however, allow them until 1997 to ask for no more than three mills to fund such pro­ grams in their own schools. After 1997, any additional mills will be determined by and distributed throughout all schools in the intermediate school district on a per-pupil basis. In requesting the 1.28 mills, the Caledonia School Board said it supports the idea that technology should be part of the curriculum in today’s schools, both as an instruc­ tional tool for teachers, and as a way for students to prepare for the technological world of today. The millage request resulted after a Technology Study Committee told the board in August that Caledonia schools, particularly the elementaries. do not yet meet recommended standards for student access to and training in computer technology. The 1.23 mills will generate $2 million over three years. These funds will be used to: — Increase the student-tocomputer ratio from the pre­ sent nine students to each computer to the recommended three students to each computer. — Install a district-wide computer network to allow all Caledonia students and staff access to the computer infor­ mation networks (such as In­ ternet) at the high school and the new middle school. — Train teachers in using technology to individualize student instruction and to «t CUtiraa Camming Btfui m‘ “ Our taxpayers can ‘invest’ in ttiis technology for our students and still realize a substantial cut in their property taxes. ,, — Judi Dean more efficiently manage their own information and record keeping. — Supply adequate technology support to the school staff, both for “trouble-shooting” and to supply proper maintenance of the system. — Eventually provide ac­ cess to the school’s informa­ tion systems from home and business computers in the community. The 1.28-mill levy would cost the owner of a $100,000 home an additional $64 a year for the three-year term of this millage. Before Proposal A, Caledonia School district homeowners paid 21.9 mills for school operations. If the millage passes, they will pay a total of 7.28 mills for school operations, with six of those mills going to the state for redistribution, as required by Proposal A. Mills for local school con­ struction and remodeling, however, are not affected by Proposal A. “Our taxpayers can invest in this technology program for our students and still realize a substantial cut in their proper­ ty taxes,” said Caledonia Schools Business Manager Judi Dean. “These funds would allow us to realize a long-held vision for our technology program here in Caledonia,” said Caledonia Schools Computer Director Andrew Mann. “Proposal A moved the funding of our schools from local to state control,” confmented Caledonia Schools Superintendent Doug Busman. “Proposal A means a decrease in revenue growth See Millage, Page 2 In This Issue... • Middleville Council OKs sewer hike for debt retirement • Caledonia Council OKs final Glen Valley plat plan • Gun Lake Women’s Club home tour planned for Sunday, Sept. 25 • ‘Summer’s End’ Car Show attracts vintage and very latest vehicles �Page 2 / The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml I September 20, 1994 Middleville Council OKs sewer hike for debt retirement by Margaret Fowler StaffWriter Middleville water and sewer customers will see an increase in their overall bills for the final quarter of 1994. The Middleville Village Council voted last Tuesday on how the cost of the new wastewater treatment plant would be covered. Village Manager Everil Manshum. along with infor­ mation through a village con­ sultant. gave the council six different options for covering debt retirement. The council agreed with the option recommended by the Water and Sewer Committee “feeling it was probably the fairest of them all.” according to Floyd Bray, committee representative. With this option, the actual increase in cost comes only through the amount for the debt retirement. The commodity (usage) charge will remain at $2 per thousand gallons of water The ready-to-serve rate per quarter is actually going to be reduced to $12.80 from $14.25. That charge is based on 25 percent of the general operating and maintainance costs of the plant The increase on the quarter­ ly bills will reflect the charge for the 20-year debt retire­ ment of $2.5 million for the new system. For the average, single­ family. residential customer, that figure amounts to $9.90 per month or $29.70 per quarter. Therefore, the average customer would see a bill go from $46.25 quarterly to $74.50 quateriy. or an in­ crease of 61 percent. The debt retirement charge for other customers, including businesses and industries, will be determined by their meter size. For instance, if a business had a meter that was four times the size of a residence, the business would pay $39.60 per month or $158.40 per quarter. The increase for all customers will be reflected on the billings for the final quarter of this year. The new rates also do not use winter averaging any longer according to Manshum. Manshum explained that as the number of customers in­ creases. there should be a decrease in the debt retire­ ment portion paid by the customers. “We plan to re-evaluate the number of customers once a year and then decrease each meeting on Tuesday. Sept. customers debt retirement 27. — Gave Jo Sclafani. 1994 cost.” Manshum said. In other business last week, Heritage Day chairwoman, permission to spread sand the council: — Set Monday. Oct. 10. at over the area being used for a 6:30 p.m. for the first public four-on-four volleyball tour­ hearing to create a special nament for Heritage Day with assessment district for street the stipulation that it be and sewer improvements on removed afterward. — Decided not to par­ Main Street. More information will be ticipate in the 1995 Mayor Ex­ available at the next council change program. Middleville classes of 1927, '28, ‘29 hold reunion A combined reunion of the graduating classes of 1927, 1928 and 1929 of Middleville High School was held at the Middle Villa Inn Aug. 18 with 15 persons attending, in­ cluding eight graduates, four spouses and three guests. After the dinner, a short business meeting and informal program, including much visiting, was conducted by Orion Thaler. Letters were read by Lia Thaler from Alton and Elvina Stimson, Helen Brag Vogel and Ruth Lyons, sending regrets that they could not at tend Walter Bender reported that William Hayes and Wilda Paulson Allerding of Hastings were unable to attend. Poems were read by Thelma Carl, Doritha Com­ ing and Russell Carter. Much reminiscing was given to events that happened during class members’ high school years. They shared pic­ tured of high school, the high school boys’ baseball and basketball teams, girls basket­ ball teams, scrapbooks and other mementoes Marion and Wendell Tobin and Alton and Alvina Stimson celebrated their 60th wedding anniversaries this year. The graduates, their spouses and guests who at­ tended were: Class of 1927 — Russell and Grace Carter and grand­ daughter. Julie of Grand Rapids. Class of 1928 — Orion and Lila Thaler. Lowell; Marion Kaechele Tobin and Wendell of Grand Rapids; Ethel Russell Campbell. Caledonia; Walter and Lois Bender, Thelma Carl. Doritha Com­ ing and Richard Perrault and daughter Beverly Williams. Middleville Class of 1929 — not any graduates were present. Velma Johnson Stuby. Class of 1931, attended the reunion, as a guest. Since the reunion of 1993 the group has lost two classmates, Carl Hiar. Wayland, from the class of 1927. who died Jan. 6, and from class of 1929, Alfred Lyons, who died July 16. Jerold Ryno, who died Oct. 31. 1993, attended Mid­ dleville High School in 1924 and 2925, then moved to Grand Rapids and attended and graduated from South High School in 1929. The three classes plan to meet again at the Middle Villa Inn in August 1995. Caledonia School voting locations Precinct One: Consists of all territory of the school district south of 84th Street. Residents of this precinct vote in the Caledonia High School Commons. Precinct Two; Consists of all territory of the school district north of 84th Street and east of the Thornapple River. Residents of this precinct vote at Kettle Lake Elementary School, located at the comer of Whitneyville Road and Garbow Drive. Precinct Three: Consists of all territory of the school district north of 84th Street and west of the Thomapple River. Residents of this precinct vote at Dutton Elementary School, 3820 68th Street. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. MILLAGE REQUEST, for Caledonia schools. We believe that technology will help us maintain a quality education program despite the budget cuts we must face.” he said. “This three-year window which expires in 1997 is the last time Caledonia citizens from front can spend their dollars to im­ prove their own local schools.*’ Busman emphasized that the school board agreed on the 1.28-mill request only after a great deal of discussion and a careful look at how much money would be needed to complete the technology program. “We have targeted very specific uses for this money, and we intend to be accoun­ table for it,” he said. “We no longer have the resources to fund this plan because our operating money now is provided by the state. But we believe it is vital for our students to learn how '□ use technology as one of the lifelong learning skills they will need in today's world.” Volunteers to write recreation plan needed by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Middleville has had a flurry of activity in recreational ven­ tures over the past few months. One example has been the purchase of several miles of old Penn Central railroad tracks in conjunction with the • Rails-To-Trails’’ Conservancy. However, in order to fur­ ther develop that property, the village would like to seek grants to cover the costs involved. In order to do that, a fiveyear recreation plan must be in place, according to Village Planner Jason Cherry. The deadline for that plan is rapidly approaching, accor­ ding to President Pro-tem Jim Oliver. “We can’t do this on our own,” he said. "We need interested people who are willing to help put this together to volunteer. ” Anyone interested should stop by Village Hall or call 795-3385 and indicate interest in helping develop the recrea­ tion plan. TK High School changes start and end of school day Effective Monday, Sept 26. Thomapple Kellogg High School will move its sum ng and ending times up by five minutes. The new surting time at the high school will be 7:40 a m The new release time for the high school will be 2:10 p m. Q. If the millage issue passes Sept. 27. specifically how will this revenue be used in the area of technology? A. Some of the things we would like to see happen include: • Reducing the computer ratio in the elementary and middle schools from nine students per computer to three students per computer. • Increasing the average amount of t»me the equipment is available is available per student from one hour a week to three hours per week • Connecting the computers within each building, as well as between buildings, to allow access to informtion from a com mon data bank, thereby increasing the user value of the computers • Providing students and adults access to worldwide infor­ mation resources. • It is also hoped we would be able to begin connecting home computers to school computers to allow parents and teachers to communicate more easily regarding the student. Q. Aren’t computers really just a luxury? A. Some people do have the impression that the schools have a lot of computers, nonetheless schixil still have a long way to go. We live in a computerized world and schools cannot afford to fall behind. We actually get more “bang for our bucks" in structionally when we can provide individualized learning pro­ grams via computer sofeware. Computers in our society are every bid as necessary as automobiles and telephones. Q. Don’t kids use computers just for games? A. There is software designed for recreational use and there is software designed for instructional use. The best software makes it possible for students to enjoy learning. To see computers in action, you are invited to make ar­ rangements to visit any one of the schools in the Caledonia school system. You may be surprised at the learning oppor­ tunities available through computers. Ifyou have questions about these subjects, or have a concern you would like to see addressed in this column, call the Caledonia Community Schools administrative office at 891-8185 or write to Superintendent Douglas Busman at P. O. Box 128, Caledonia, 49316. iririf'tr'tririririririxiririx Come to the... Loftus Fund Raiser Tuesday, September 17 5:00-8:00 p.m. at the Middle Villa Greenery Room We promise you fine food and a chance to talk to some of the candidates & their staff. *10.00 per person Reservations may be made at the Middle Villa Inn (Paid for by Committee to Elect Loftus, 4104 Johnson Rd., Middleville. Ml 49333) �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I September 20, 1994 / Page 3 Business and residential properties now can be marketed Caledonia Council OKs final Glen Valley plat plan by Barbara Gall Staff Writer The Caledonia Village Council last week paved the way for developer Jerry Baker to begin selling lots in his residential development, Glen Valley Estates, and his adjoin­ ing Glen Valley Business Center. Council OK’d preliminary and final plat approvals for the first phase of both the residen­ tial and business sectors of the development. Phase One of Glen Valley Estates will include 64 homes, four of which are now under construction. The first phase of Glen Valley Business Center will include eight of 12 commer­ cial properties to be built in the Glen Valley Business Center along M-37. Council Attorney Jim Brown explained that Baker has submitted his plats for ap proval to all required state and county boards, such as the Michigan Department of Transportation, the Depart­ ment of Natural Resources and the County Drain Commissionioner Certain conditions govern­ ing the plats have been set by each of these bodies. Brown said. Baker also has furnished two letters of credit, one for $15,000 for the commercial plat and another for about $97,000 for the residential plat This credit would allow the village enough funds to com­ plete the public improvements to the development should the developer be unable to do so. Baker also is assuming responsibility for the street lights, street sign and for any repair to Glengarry Drive, should it be damaged by future construction traffic. The council unanimously approved the final plat ap­ provals after a lengthy discus­ sion over several issues, such as lot width, storm water drainage and access for sewer maintenance trucks. The approvals are con­ tingent on Baker's meeting the Thornapple Twp. private roads to receive signage by Margaret Fowler \iuff Writer All private roads in Thor­ napple Township soon will have names and road signs posted after action taken by the Township Board last week Monday Lack of proper identifica­ tion on the private roads has and can cause problems for those trying to find a house, particularly in the case of an emergency. Board member Rex Schad said that many homes on the private drives may have an ad­ dress that does not reflect an accurate location. In addition to identifying and naming all private roads in the township, Supervisor Don Boysen also will see that addresses of each resident complies with the Barry County mapping and number­ ing system. Street signs will then be made and erected by the Barry County Road Commission at a cost of $30 each. The Township Board also approved procedures and charges for the Thomapple Township Emergency Ser­ vices when responding to a hazardous chemical situation. This included charges for the use of various emergency vehicles. The following hourly rates were set with the charge for a pumper being $250. tanker, $150; and rescue vehicle, $150. In other business, the township board: — Voted to extend the ad­ dition of the Duncan Lake Sewer to two more lots. — Received word that four Duncan Lake sewer customers had delinquent bills totalling $1.430.54 that would be added to their tax bills. — Determined that legal action would be taken against Brian Allen if a payment was not made by Oct. 1 on a delin­ quent sewer bill for a connection. — Re-appointed Robert Smit. He rm Oosterhou.se, and Lee Patterson to the Zoning Board of Appeals for threeyear terms that expire on Sept. 5. 1997. — Received the resignation of Cornelius Moelhng from the township planning commission. — Got an update on the progress of the "Rails-toTrails” project from organizer Craig Patterson. to draw hunters and their soon-to-be-hunters’ widows for a fun and affordable even­ ing out. There will be a cover charge of $1 per person on Cabaret night. Though the auditions are open to the public, anyone ac­ cepting a part in the show must first become a CCP member. Membership fee is $10 for the year. For more information, call Carol Meehan with the Caledonia Community Players at 698-6686 or 698-3119. conditions set by the local, state and county boards and the village attorney. Council President Glen Klaver reported that the Village Planning Commission has approved the first site plan for the Glen Valley Business Center. The new building will be located on a lot at the comer of Glengarry Drive and M-37, and the commission approved plans for a 12.880-square-foot office building for that site. A 3.200-square-foot dental office already is being planned for the new building, with other office spaces to be available. The new building will not house any retailing. In other business last week, the council: — Supported the Caledonia Library Advisory Board's recommendation to appoint Maggie Ruple and Eric Longman to the board. — Expressed support for the 16-mile "Rails to Trails" project being planned for the old Penn Central Railroad right-of-way running from Kentwood to the Barry Coun­ ty Fairgrounds. Craig Patter­ son of Thomapple Township and a member of the Rails to Trails Friends group, explain­ ed the project to the Council and answered questions. — Heard a recommenda­ tion from consultant Larry Fleis on the purchase of six items needed for the safety of workers in "confined spaces” such as manholes. Fleis presented bids for these items, such as a gas monitor and body harness, and the council will work with its sewer management consultant Rich Pierson on a purchasing budget. — Authorized Klaver to purchase 100 residential water meters and to purchase com­ mercial water meters as needed. — Voted to participate in the Kent County Student Representative Program, in which high school juniors have an opportunity to take part in local government. — Voted to participate in the 1995 Mayor Exchange n.o — Agreed to spend approx­ imately $2,100 to repair the village truck and purchase a sander for this winter. -- Heard a report from Kari Lohela of Wilcox Associates on the construction of the village’s new sequenc­ ing batch reactor (SBR) wastewater treatment plant — Approved the $ 1.880 bid of T.J. Miller to trim and remove trees in the village. Caledonia Village Council seeks applicants for offices Caledonia Village residents interested in serving their community can apply for two open seats in the village government. The resignation of Village Council Trustee Paula Moerland leaves her seat on the council vacant for the rest of her four-year term. Moerland resigned when she moved from the village. Village Clerk Jackie Cherry said an eligible candidate for the council vacancy must have lived in the village for one year and must be a registered voter in the village. The council meets the se­ cond Monday of each month, with some special meetings occasionally called. The council is the govern­ ing body of the village. Also vacant is a seat on the Village Planning Commis­ sion, which advises the Village Council on all plann­ ing and zoning issues. Commissioner Zoltan Berencsi resigned because his business obligations interfered with commission work. The remainder of his three-ycar term would be served by the new appointee To be eligible for this of­ fice, a resident needs to be a registered voter in the village. A resident interested in either of these opportunities should write the Village Clerk at 250 Maple, or call her at the village office. 891 9384. Last 10 Days To Get A Fabulous Vacation Getaway* Cabaret Night auditions planned At One of 4 Beautiful Resorts The Caledonia Community Players will audition for their "Cabaret Night at Pagano’s" Sunday. Oct. 2 from 3 to 5 p.m. and on Monday. Oct. 3 from 7 to 9 p.m. in the Caledonia High School choir room. Pagano’s Restaurant. 9952 Cherry Valley in Caledonia is hosting this one-hour music revue with a touch of vaudeville Nov. 10. 11 and 12 (Thursday. Friday and Satur­ day night). The players hope Thornapple planners have 2 vacancies Make Citizens Your Choice For Personal Umbrella Liability Insurance Are you a prime target for a large lawsuit? 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Also, member Cornelius Moelling tendered his resigna­ tion from the commission, due to ocher commitments. Persons who want to be considered for these appoin­ tive positions may submit their resumes to the Township Board no later than Oct. 3. C^pdkiates must be qualified residents of Thornapple Township for at least 90 days. The terms are for three years, expiring November 1997. A Typical Vacation Includes: •Deluxe accommodations for two adults at the resort of your choice •Children occupying same room as parents stay free •Welcome split of champagne, cocktails for two or a fruit basket •First morning continental breakfast for two •Complimentary 2 for 1 greens fees (cart rental required) Take Your Pick From One Of These Fabulous Resorts: THE MARQUETTE Minneapolis, MN X Toronto, Canada HILTON Nashville, TN BayValley RSOoAhOTEL Bay City, Ml We at the State Bank of Caledonia want to send You on a Vacation Getaway. Simply qualify & close TATE on a mortgage loan during the remainder of September and receive one of our four fabulous vacation packages. K OF ALEDONIA FDIC The Itm Ntmr m Cnmmuntfy Service Ranking For More Information Call €77 L Mam M. 12US UUh SI. 301 N. AiIk>k«ii> CALFJXJNIA DUTTON MIDDIJV1I1.1 891-8113 698-6337 795-3361 �Page 4 / The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml I September 20. 1994 Lu Ward said that her sister was here for a week. She is from Philadelphia. Then Lu’s brother and wife came over and they all went to Min­ neapolis to have a family gettogether with their sister. Neighbors With. NORMA VELDERMAN Hi, everyone. I am sorry that I wasn’t able to get a hold of all of you this week, but three bushels of Bartlett pears took priority this week Johnny and Cay did most of the work, but I tried to do some The legal firm where Cay works is moving from down town Grand Rapids to the Bridgewater building. So she has been working long hours during the day and then she helps us here at home getting all of them peeled and cooked. Her poor horses have been neglected for a couple of days Got to see Marian Martin when I was having my hair fixed this week I was under the dryer and so did not talk. Russ Bender had a wonder­ ful flight out to California to visit daughter Beverly and family. Hope to get ahold of him next week to find out how his flight and trip were. Jerry Spencer said that son John, wife Mary and their family visited them on Sunday for supper. Spencer’s daughter, Carol, and her two children and spouse came over for a surprise birthday meal. Carol’s daughter. Becky. and family also came. Agnes. Well folks that's for this week. Hope to see all of you Saturday at Middleville Heritage Day. Visit with all of you next week. ENGAGEMENTS Help with federal government available on 3rd Thursdays locally On the third Thursday of each month, a representative from Second District Congressman Pete Hoekstra's office will be at the Thomapple Township Hall in Middleville to answer Cooleys’ celebrate 25 years together questions and offer advice on problems with the federal government. The representative will be at the hall at 200 E. Main Street the third Thursday from noon to 2 p.m. In honor of the 25th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. George Cooley, their children request the pleasure of your company at a open house the 24th of September, 4:00 in the afternoon. The Cooley house, 130, Stadium Dr., Middleville, Mich. No gifts, please! Call the Sun and News today to place your classified ads LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA ' BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church — Serving a Living Lord SUNDAY.. 9:45 a.m., 11:00 a.m. 4 b 00 p.m. WEDNESDAY..................... Family Fellowship Prayer It Bible Study 7:00 p.m. 7240 68th Street, SE — Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Rev. Brian F. Harrison Youth Pastor, Darrel L. Schrock Music. Jeffery C. Vander Heide 1 CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH s ! "A church with a caring heart for our community and the world" I Sunday Services...... 9:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. M-37 at 100th St., Caledonia, Ml Church Office: (616) 891-1512 Rev. Gerald Van Oyen ; Al Tiemeyer Community Calling Sunday School....................................................... 9:45a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service___ 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service...................................... 6:00p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer........................... 6:45p.m. Word of Life Clubs................................................6:45p.m. WELCOME TO t Gaines United Brethren Church Kalamazoo Avenue at 92nd Street Caledonia. Michigan Telephone: 698-8252 ~ T ' Pastor Mark Beers Pastor Scott Taylor Reaching People With Christ 8:30 am to 9:30 am — First Worship Service 9:30 am to 9:45 am — Coffee Fellowship 9:45 am to 10:45 am — Sunday School 10:45 am to 11:00 am — Coffee Fellowship 11 00 am to 12:00 — Second Worship Service Nursery and Children's Church will be provided during both services. "Set an example In speech, in Hie, in love, in faith and in purity.” 1 Timothy 4:12 CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH JHost ^ultr Mosaru Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street 314 E. Main, Middleville Phone: 795-9030 Rev. James Cusack Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass...................... 5:00 p.m. I Sunday Mass................ 9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m I FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville Bruce N. Stewart, Pastor Lee Taylor, Assistant Pastor KETTLE LAKE INDEPENDENT REFORMED ! Proclaiming the Historic Reformed Faith. Services at 9:30 a m. i and 6:00 p.m. I Worshipping at Kettle Lake School I on Whitneyville Road | South of 68th Street CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST Traditional Roman Catholic Latin Mass Rev. Fr. Francisco Radecki, CMRI LAKESIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH I 250 Vine Street Church Office — 891-8669 Parsonage — 891-8167 Rev. Bobby Dale Whitlock |^1] 5 | - CHRISTIAN REFORMED 6201 Whitneyville Avenue I Sun. Morning Worship.......... 10:30 a.m. Sunday School........................ 9:30 a.m. Evening Service...................... 6:00 p.m. Rev. Bernard Mulder, Pastor 868-6306 LEIGHTON UNITED METHODIST Peace Reformed Church Barrier Free • M-37 between Caledonia & Middleville i B Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Sunday Worship Services........ 8:30 or 11:00,6:00 g Children s Church/Youth Worship dunng morning services. Caraway St. puppet ministry for K-4th during evening services F B Sunday Morning Worship (Interpreted for hearing impaired)........................... 9:30a.m. Sunday School..................................................................11:10a.m. Sunday School................................................. 9:45-10:45 Q Sunday Evening Service................................................... 6:30p.m. Wednesday Night “Family Night”........ 6:45-8:15 Pioneer Club Includes Adventure Club, Choir for Children and Adulb. High (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday........................ 6:30 p.m E Prayer Meeting - Wednesday...............................7:00 p.m. RAY TOWNSEND. Pastor TIM DOUBLESTEIN. Youth Director QQ Q OV1 "OUZo I* For information call: 891-81 19 | MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED St. Paul Lutheran E Kraft Ave. & 84th St., Caledonia, Mi. 1 (Missouri Synod) n "Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. " Rom. 12:10 C First Service...................................................... 8:30 a.m. 1 708 West Main Street Sunday Mass: 4:00 P.M. Confessions and Rosary: 20 Minutes before Mass WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 8546 Whitneyville Ave. at 84th St •891-8661 ‘The Church where everybody b somebody.. ...and Jesus Christ is lord" Sunday School................................. 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship................... 10.30 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship..................... 6 00 p.m Wed Midweek Prayer & Bible Study......700 p.m. MOam Dobson. Pastor Sieve xxxson Yout Pastor / Mre Looney Musk De Sunday School....................... .9:45 a.m. (Fellowship Coffee 9:45 a m. to 10:00 a m.) fl 10:00a.m.C Evening Worship Service..................................6:00p.m Bible Classes................................. Second Service.............................................11:00 a.m. fl YOU ARE INVITED Rev Roger Timmerman, Pastor (All Services have a Nursery available) 795-3667 111 Church Street J JeBp 12200 Chief Ncxmday Road (at Gun Lake) | Wayland, Michigan 49348 • 795 7903 Barrier Free / Programs for AU Ages Middleville Sunday School................. 9:45 a m Middleville Worship...............................11 00 a m —'—dLA . Q Fj . Sunday Worship 1000 am E A Sunday School 1115 am | Wednesday «■> Family Night Church Office Phone — 796-9266 “God Cares for You” Cornerstone Wesleyan Church 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto, Michigan 49302 Sunday School.................. 10:00 a m. Morning Worship..............11:00 a m. Evening Worship................. 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting/ Sunday School................................ 10:00am. Children's Classes......... 7.00 p.m. Morning Worship. .... 11:00 a.m. Royle Bailard, Pastor Evening Worship .................. 600 p.m Phone 795-7076 I COMMUNITY CHURCH | Parmelee Morning Worship............... 9 30 a m Rev. Lynn Wagner — 795-3798 Rev. Carroll Fowler — 765-5316 ■ Rev. Robert Gerke 1 Office: 891-8688 Church: 891-9878 Q GUN LAKE MIDDLEVILLE and PARMELEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES tZUjc CDlrf (Uimr JUctljoHis 1 (Church Pastor Jeffrey Lee £ 1 Morning Worship Service............................. 10:00a.m Sunday School............................................1115 a m. Sacred Heart Devotions E School Youth Group and Adult Claua Youth Fellowship - Sunday.................................. 5:00 p.m. 1] Church School 9:30a.m. Meeting at the Comer of Choir Practice 9:30a.m. Wood School Rd. and Wing Rd. 1 Worship Service...........................10:30a.m.Services — * j ’ /By — 868-6437 — The Reorganized CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST 1 of Latter Day Saints ’■* 8146 68th St near Whitneyville Ave . ® Church School. ? r Sunday ..........................9.45 a.m. ■ Morning Worship... 11 00 a.m. ■ Evening Worship....... 6:00 p m. Fellowship 7 30pm □ ■ (tn homes or church) call D Pastor Robert Loesch 698-6027 K �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml / September 20, 1994 / Page 5 MEAP testing to start at TK Schools soon By Chery l Allen Director of Curriculum Superintendent Jay Cason has given me this opportunity to share information about the Michigan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP) with you. As many of you already know, the testing season is upon us. In fact, it won't be long before teachers begin handing out the exams. More than 20 years ago the Michigan Educational Assess­ ment Program began collecting information about student achievement in Michigan's public schools. Since the beginn­ ing, MEAP has used criterion-referenced tests to determine whether students have mastered academic objectives. The ob­ jectives tested are chosen from the set of “Essential Goals and Objectives” published by the Michigan Department of Education. Mortgage MATTERS Qualifying for a home mortgage Engagements Students in grades four, seven and ten are tested in reading and mathematics. The math exam assessed the following areas: whole numbers and numeration; fractions, decimils; ratio and percent, measurement; geometry ; statistics and probability; algebraic ideas; problem solving; logical reasoning; and calculators. The reading test consists of two sections, one story and one informational. The informational piece is similar to the ty pe of selections found in social studies and science courses. Ques­ tions measuring constructing meaning and knowledge about reading are asked. While fourth-, seventh-, and tenth-grader students take the reading and math MEAP tests, those in grades five, eight and eleven will be tested in science. Once all tests have been administered, the answer sheets are sent to a testing service for scoring. Then, after at few weeks, the results will be distributed to teachers, students and parents. Since testing is an important part of every child’s academic experience, parental support is vital. When tests are being given, make sure your child gets plenty of sleep and has a healthy breakfast each morning. Also, spend time talking about the significance of these exams. Now. it’s time to mark your calendar. This year the MEAP testing period is from Sept. 26 to Oct. 14. Brenda Page and Richard Becker to wed Ray and Marily n Page are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Brenda Marie Page to Richard Lee Becker Jr., son of Richard and Lorrie Becker of East Grand Rapids. Brenda is a graduate of Thornapple Kellogg High School and the University of Michigan Rick is a graduate of East Grand Rapids and Aquinas College. An October 22nd wedding is planned after which they will reside in Chicago. BINGO American Legion Post #305 9548 Cherry Valley, Caledonia • THURSDAY • Early Bird - 6:30 PM AFFORDABLE Family Dental Care By Sue Teitsma Question: When I started looking for a new home, the in­ terest rates were quite a bit lower... now I worry about qualify­ ing for a mortgage Will the reduction in real estate taxes be of any help in qualifying me for a new mortgage? Answer: First of all. I would like to recommend that you find a qualified leader to pre-qualify you for a mortgage before you look for a new home. Most mortgage lenders will provide this service without obligation and free of charge. Once you have determined a mortgage amount that fits your current financial situation, you can look for a home in the right price range. A pre-qualification interview with a mortgage profes­ sional and the help of a qualified real estate agent can help reduce the stress of purchasing and financing a new home It is true that interest rales have risen over the last several months. Historically, however, rates are still very attractive for financing a home. In addition, there are many new and ex­ isting programs to help make housing even more affordable for all borrowers. The recent reduction of real estate taxes in Michigan will make a big difference in your ability to qualify for a larger mortgage. The property tax liability on a home is almost always used in calculating the monthly payment for qualifica­ tion purposes. Just as an increase in interest rates will increase a monthly mortgage payment, a reduction in real estate taxes can reduce a monthly payment. So, the reduction in real estate taxes will help you qualify for your mortgage. Let’s take a look at a couple of examples: If we assume a borrower purchases an $80,000 home in the Hastings area and finances the purchase with a mortgage of $76,000 at 7 percent, the payments would be approximately $757.00, under the old tax structure. If the same purchaser were to purchase the same home today and finance the purchase at 9 percent, the mortgage payments would be approximately $767.00. As you can see much of the effect of the increase in interest has been reduced by the reduction of real estate taxes. This reduction in property taxes will definitely help you in qualify­ ing for a larger mortgage! It must be pointed out, however, that the real estate tax reduction is being replaced by an increase in sales tax. Tax­ payers will face higher costs when purchasing other items, in­ cluding homes. The fact still remains that the reduction in real estate taxes makes living in Michigan more affordable and. despite the increase in long term interest rates, this is still a very good time to purchase a home in one of the nation's most affordable areas. Sue Teitsma is a senior loan officer at Heartwell Mortgage Corporation, a Grand Rapids-bases Mortgage Banking Cor­ poration. For information call (616) 945-9722 or 1-800-968-9722. Ronald B. Stegehuis, D.D.S. 891-1240 We welcome new patients. Please call for your appointment "x available Monday-Saturday. ’ ) 9505 Cherry Valley Rd. y j Caledonia - on M-37 in the new State Farm Bldg just north of the light /ISA Elderses celebrate 25 years Ken and Mary Elders (Sinclair), formerly of Alto, will celebrate 25 years of marriage September 27, 1994. Mary is a 1965 CHS graduate. Ken is a Hudsonville grad. Ken and Mary now reside in McBain, Mich. Mary s parents, Ken and Marie, and all her brothers and sisters still live in the Caledonia-Alto area. Ken and Mary have three children: Dwight who is stationed at Ft. Carson Co. in the U.S. Army, twin sister Julie who attends Bake College in Cadillac, and youngest son Reid who is on a peace keeping mission for the U.S. Army in Macedonia, Germany. Ken is employed at F.C.G. and Mary works at Dwain’s Restaurant in Falmouth. A trip to Colorado was part of their celebration. is a perfect time to move! Our final phase is complete with over 30 lots available! Models available for immediate occupation Order, customize & move into your new home in time to celebrate Thanksgiving Don’t wait too long! 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The class hopes Chelsea Clinton will send Cally on to a friend in another state, beginning a tour that the class can trace on their map. by Barbara (rail Staff Writer Last week began a new talc of ‘‘The Mouse That Roared.’’ The Kettle Lake Elementary version. Julie VanSickle’s class wav­ ed good-bye to their mascot, a sluffed mouse, as “she" roared into the skies aboard a Washington D C.-bound jet. “Cally Kettle’’ left Caledonia under the guardian­ ship of Second District Con­ gressman Peter Hoekstra, who hopes to deliver the mouse to President Clinton’s daughter, Chelsea. Hoekstra, who was return­ ing to the Capitol, said he would help the Kettle Lake students with a project they hope will teach them some geography and generate some correspondence with other students throughout the country. If Hoekstra can deliver the mouse to Chelsea, the students are asking her to write a little information about her native state of Arkansas in the “Cally Kettle Journal.’’ which is packed into the stuff­ ed animal's traveling box. They also hope Chelsea will add some pictures or items unique to the Razorback state. The next step is for Chelsea to send Cally on to a friend in another state, who then will repeat the process, adding to the journal and choosing something representative of that state to put in Cally’s specially decorated carton. Each person who receives the mouse is asked to send a postcard to the Kettle Lake class, advisng them of Cally’s location. The students in Caledonia then can trace her journey on a big map of the U.S. ‘We’re sending the mouse — HOMES OF THE WEEK — 81521. MIDDLEVILLE AREA Two bedroom ranch on 2.7 acres. Fenced bockyard, basement. 1 % stall garage. Great starter home w/warranty. 20 min. to G.R., 5 min. to school. Mid $50's. 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Hoekstra smilingly took on his guardianship and promised to do his best to get Cally both in and out of the White House. “If Chelsea can't send her on, I have many friends in Congress from all over the country, and I'm sure they’d be happy to send the mouse to their own children," he said. The directions accompany­ ing the mouse ask that she be returned to Kettle Lake Elementary by Dec. 15, which is the day before Mor­ row’s student teaching tenure will end. The Kettle Lake kids enclosed *ith Cally some thought represented M ichigan: Kellogg’s cereal, a Petosky stone, a miniature Ford car, a Michigan button, a Western Michigan University pin (Morrow’s alrru mater), a photo of the Mackinac Bridge, trading cards of Detroit Tigers. Lions and Pistons and a Kettle Lake T-shirt and photo. If Cally really does travel to some other states, her journey can provide more than just geography lessons. Morrow said "We can use some math skills to figure her mileage, for instance." she pointed "I think that it could be realh fun and mils a win­ win' situation The kids here will have fun keeping track of where the mouse goes and learning about other states, and they '11 enjoy hearing from other students •The students in other states can benefit in the same L" Student teacher Terry Morrow listens to her students' suggestions for the first entry in the journal that will accompany their mouse. Each class that receives Cal­ ly is asked to add something to the journal. Students Jennifer Sarver, Jacob Veneklase and Ricky Fuller offer ideas while teacher Julie VanSickle and aide Nancee Doyle look on. "W M, Congressman Peter Hoekstra greets the Kettle Lake students at the Kent Coun­ ty International Airport. Hoekstra offered to take Cally Kettle with him to Washington D.C. and try to deliver her to Chelsea Clinton. way, because they can read the journal and see uhat’s in the box, too.” “It’s a great idea," agreed Hoekstra, as he prepared to board his plane with Cally under one arm and her box under the other “It sounds like a fun way to learn.” The students accompanied Hoekstra and his special cargo right to his gale at the airport “I’ll do my best to map out a plan for your mouse," he told the students as he said good-by Will Cally Kettle get through White House security? Will some classes in other states take time to write tn the journal and provide some local souvenirs? Will Cally make it home for Christmas? Stay tuned. Homeowner* ** Ceeh Feet AMtM Mortgage l Franc* Corp 800 968-2221 FREE Pre-QuaWceUon �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml I September 20, 1994 I Page 7 Traditional Spirit Week under way It’s ‘Almost Paradise’ as 1994 CHS Homecoming nears Caledonia High Schoo! students are gearing up for this year’s Homecoming, as Spirit Week fun builds toward Friday’s pep session and foot­ ball game. The annual Homecoming Dance on Saturday will cap the week’s events, which this year revolve around the theme, “Almost Paradise. " The semi-formal dance will be held Sept. 24 from 8 to 11 p.m. in the CHS Commons. Activities this week include the traditional dress-up days when students show up in non-traditional garb. Monday was “Hat Day,” today is "Tie Day," Wednesday will be “Come as You Wake Up Day,” Thursday is billed as “Shorts Day” and Friday will see students in school colors for “Purple and Gold Day." Also scheduled as part of the fun are a week-long volleyball contest, a lip-sync contest during each lunch hour and Wednesday’s 6:30 p.m. Powder Puff flag foot­ ball game between the junior and senior girls. An all-school bonfire will follow the Powder Puff game. Friday’s 1:30 p.m. pep ses­ sion will feature the usual class competitions in group cheers and the usual "unusual" games. Lip sync winners also will be chosen. After school hours this week, students will be busy building their class floats for the 6 p.m. Homecoming parade, which will precede the football game. This year’s gridiron contest will feature the Fighting Scots battling neighboring rival South Christian. During halftime, the 1994 Homecom­ ing King and Queen will be crowned The Student Congress also will announce at halftime the winners of the float competi­ tion and name the class that TK Bulletin Board Calendar of Events Through Oct. 7 — 4th and 5th graders have swimming! Schedules have been sent home. Suits and towels are provided. Sept. 20 — P.E.T. meeting at 7:00 p.m. at Page Library. Mr. Cason, our new superintendent, will speak. Childcare provid­ ed. Community ed. hosts a dinner/theater production of "Robin Hood." Dinner: 6:00. Performance 7:00. Sept. 21 — McFall at 6:30 p.m., spend an evening as a kindergartener or first graders! Sept. 26 — P.E.P. meeting at the MS library, 7:00. New science textbooks available to review. Sept. 28 — Elementary school pictures. (Say, Cheese). Sept. 30 — It’s jean and vacation tee shirt day at Page. Today is homecoming at the high school. ***** looking Ahead... Oct. 3 — High school picture day. Oct. 4 — First P.E.T. sponsored ‘coffee’. Speaker: our new curriculum coordinator, Mrs. Cheryl Allen. Oct. 5 — First donut day at the Middle School. (The first Wednesday of every month). Oct. 10 — School board meeting. Oct. 19 — Middle School picture day. ***** Teachable Moments West —Mrs. Wolverton’s 3rd grade class is diving into their animal kingdom unit. They are studying whales and fish and learning how scientists classify these groups. They’re looking for someone to clean a big fish for them so they can see and touch scales, gills and maybe eggs. Anyone? Page — Mrs. Chausow’s 4th grade class is analyzing the pros and cons of TV. Could it be we will be able to come up with better after school activities than channel clicking? And have you seen the wonderful work of Mr. Wissink’s wonders? They have been writing in alliteration. What is that? It is using words that all begin with the same letter. They used the book "Ammalia” as an example. You can check out their work that’s hung in the hall by their room. struments. which include the violin, viola, cello and bass. The parent meeting will provide information about the orchestra program and DeLille will answer any ques­ tions about the students’ participation. Anyone who has questions but cannot attend tonight’s meeting is invited to call DeLille at the high school, 891-8129. Sunday School raises money for orphanage The Sunday School classes at the Middleville Christian Reformed Church raised $377.23 for a Mexican or­ phanage during the 1993-94 season. The money raised will be used to buy such things as beds and school supplies for the orphanage that is part of the Gethsami Project located in Chihuahua. Mexico. Each year the Sunday school classes at the church pick a new project to work for. Sunday school classes started on Sunday, Sept. 18 after the summer break. CorrectionA story in last week's issue should have said the Megaskills parenting class beginning Sept. 20 at Dutton Elementary School will be taught by school counselor Victoria Kruggel and assisted by student advocates Brian Bolger, and Kelly Crawford. In the frame room at Dr. Choryon’s office, Helmuth Igel presents Deborah Choryan with her award. Area veterans wanted for historical review The Barry County Historical Society is compil­ ing pictures and information about Barry County veterans who served during World War II or have since moved to the area after the war. If other veterans from other wars wish to submit a picture and information from their war, the Historical Society welcomes them. Veterans are asked to sub­ mit a picture of themselves in uniform or other related pic­ tures, list their branch of ser­ vice, rank, years they served, any battles or invasions they took part in, and other stories they wish to share. Pictures can be original Assignment Accepted! KENT PODIATRY j !# S v t Jg 1 • Terrence J. Emiley, D.P.M. 612 Main Street in Caledonia Call...891-9133 < CviA AA’ -g| 1 Barry County Historical Society, 912 E Stale St., Hastings, Mich, 49058. For more information call, 945-4874 or 945-5471. 1^1 Hanover Village Apartments — and — Mobile Home Community Hastings, Michigan Construction has begun! Preliminary applications arc now being accepted Call for a free brochure. (616) 361-1717 or 1-800-748-0583 Tonight is the Kickoff Party 6:00 to 9:00 p.m (Tues., Sept. 20 at our Main Branch 627 Main Street, Caledonia) Hope to see you! We're introducing something great! Don’t Miss It! | SORE FEET / ANKLES? -g Medicare, B.C.B.S., PPO. HMO Diabetics • Adult & Children Foot Problems (they will be returned unharmed), or copies can be submitted. The address for sending pic­ tures and information is the The Premier Club at State Bank of Caledonia...a special club for our customers 55 or better! We re going to start it with a Kickoff Party that will introduce the many exciting benefits of the club to our friends and neighbors. We re inviting you to explore what membership in State Bank of Caledonia's Premier Club can mean for you! As a member, you are entitled to a host of exclusive social, travel and financial benefits, all designed with you in mind. Join us tonight (Tuesday, Sept. 20) at 6 00 p.m. and learn how easy it is to become a Premier Club member. Refreshments will be served along with door prizes’ See you there! Quote of the Week — Be careful with your tongue — it’s in a wet place and can easily slip. £ B Deborah Chory an from Dr Richard J. Choryan s office on Main Street in Caledonia was honored last month by Neostyle Fashion Eyewear. Helmuth Igel. president of Neostyle, flew to Michigan from Germany to present her with an achievement award for success with the Neostyle frame line. Dr. Choryan’s office is an exclusive boutique for the uni­ que frames. Dr. Choryan reports. "We have carried this frame line ever since Deb returned to our office almost two years ago. Our patients love it." Ingel said he was very im­ pressed with Dr. Choryan's office and plans to visit Caledonia again in the spring. earned the most points during Spirit Week. The Spirit Week Award is based on each class' participa­ tion in the week s events: the dress-up days, team standings in volleyball and lip sync, and on how well each class scored in the pep session fun The float competition also is part of the point system. The CHS Student Congress invites alumni, parents and community to join the CHS student body during this year’s Homecoming events. Caledonia elementary orchestra meeting planned Caledonia Schools Or­ chestra Director Pete DeLille has scheduled a 7 p.m. infor­ mation meeting for Tuesday. Sept. 27, for all parents of fourth-graders interested in the orchestra program. The meeting will be held in the Caledonia High School auditorium. DeLille said that fourth grade is the year when students are testa! for musical interest and ability. Students interested in the orchestra pro­ gram then may begin instruc­ tion on one of the string in- Optometrist’s office receives special honor Stop and see Your Choice * Clear Richard J. Choryan, O.D. DOCTOR OF OPTOMETRY 133 E Man St. CMedoma. Ml 891-9224 Qtate I 627 MAIN ST CALEDONIA 3205 68TH ST . S E DUTTON 303 ARLINGTON MIDDLEVILLE 891-8113 698-6337 795-3361 Df ALEDON1A Drive In Hours Fn 8:30-600. Sal 8 JO*™ Lobby Hours Mon Fri 9:00-8:00; Sal 9 00-Noon LENDER �Page 8 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I September 20, 199* Gun Lake Women’s Club home tour planned for Sunday Sept. 25 by "Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Six houses and one office in the Gun Lake area will be open to the public this Sun­ day, Sept. 25 from 1-5 p.m. The tour is sponsored each year by the General Federated Womens Club of the Gun Lake Area. Ticket costs for the home tour are $8 per person or $12 per couple. They can be purchased in advance at Weicks Food Town, Pennock Gift Shop, Hummingbird. Waters Edge. Sea Shanty, and The Last Resort Tickets can also be purchas­ ed on the day of the tour at any of the homes on display. Homes being toured are owned by Dale and Shirley Bishop. Ron Bogard. Ron Carlson and Nila Aamoth. Jack and Ila Cummiford, Michael and Melanie VandenBerg, and Larry and Pat Velie. The newly opened office of Dr. James Spindler located at 77 124th Ave. is the hospitali­ ty stop along the tour. Dr Spindler’s office is call­ ed Gun Lake Family Medicine and is affiliated with Pennock and Blodgett Hospitals The home of Dale and Shirley Bishop is located at 4034 England Drive (on England Point). The spacious two-story home overlooks Gun Lake and is designed to fit on a deep narrow lot The Bishop s designed their 3.000 square foot home to oc­ cupy the lot where their cot­ tage one stood. The three bedroom, four bathroom house which was actually built by Dale’s brother has also been featured in the Grand Rapids Parade of Homes. The mam level of the house has a great room which in­ cludes a dining area and kitchen. Much of the home is decorated in contemporary traditional. Space above the garage is designed to serve as a family room. This log home owned by Larry and Pat Velie at 2565 5th looks semi-rustic from the outside and has both log and traditional decorating on the inside. The home of Ron Bogard located at 12550 Park Drive features cathedral ceilings throughout the house. Michael and Melanie VandenBerg's home at 3017 Patterson which is designed for lake front living has a loft area. The home of Jock ond Ho Cummiford of 12805 Theris Drive has a large yard with a beach ond beautiful landscaping done by Ila. A cedar porch leads to the entrance of the home off their driveway, and there is a deck on the lake side of the home. The home owned by Ron Bogard is located at 12550 Park Drive. This two-story, hip-roofed housed which was built a little over four years ago has three bedrooms, three full baths, formal living room and dining area, and two fireplaces. The home has cathedral ceilings throughout. The fireplace in the family room is brick and extends all the way to the ceiling. There is also a family room located directly off of the traditional kitchen complete with breakfast bar. The upper floor overlooks both the formal living room and the family room. The house also features an attached sun room with a hot tub, an exercise room, and sauna. On the lake-side of the house is a three-tiered deck. The exterior of the home is cedar and brick and has a three-car garage. The home owned by Ron Carlson and Nila Aamoth is located at 2845 5th Ave. and is named “The Inn at Mill Pond.” The 15-year-old home oc­ cupies the site where a sawmill used to set in the late 1800’s. From the driveway side of the house, it appears to be a one-level home and is well landscaped with ponds and flowers. The side of the house facing the pond shows that it is ac­ tually two-stories and quite spacious. Rooms on the lower level have patio access across the length of the house. That lower level includes two bedrooms with private baths that are connected by a sitting room and hot tub. that Ron and Nila operate as a bed and breakfast. The downstairs also con­ tains a large game room. The upper level which has access to a deck contains the master bedroom suite, formal dining room. Euro-style, gourmet kitchen, large living room and large entryway. A custom-designed fireplace is located in the liv­ ing room. The home is decorated with southwestern art. pottery, and original paintings by local artists. The home of Jack and Ila Cummiford is located at 12805 Theris Drive. The five-year-old, single story home has two bedrooms and two baths. The house is very open with only one barrier wall in the great room area. The house is located right on Gun Lake and has a full basement. There is a fireplace in the basement and great room and both are done in marble. The Cummifords have a double lot and Ila has done all of the landscaping herself in­ cluding a pond and four berms. A large porch across the lake-side of the home offers them a beautiful view. The home of Michael and Melanie VandenBerg is located at 3017 Patterson Road. It too is located right on the lake shore and is designed specifically for lake living. The interior of the home is quite colorfully decorated ac cording to Melanie who con­ siders it to be casual contemporary. The main level of the twostory home contains the master bedroom suite, foyer, and great room. Lots of windows look out over the deck on the lake side of the home. The entrance of the deck however is located on the side into the kitchen to cut down on wear on the carpeting caus­ ed by coming in right from the lake The upper level has two more bedrooms and bath. The VandenBergs designed their home themselves. His cousin who is an ar­ chitect drew up the blueprints, and Michael and his father built the home that is now a year old. The home of L^irry and Pat Velie is located at 2565 5th. The two-story, cedar log home with full log corners was built by the Velies. The lower level is designed with a great room concept and has a fieldstone fireplace and woodstove. The great room has log in­ terior walls for a somewhat rustic feel. Continued next page- Dale and Shirley Bishop own this home set on a long narrow lot at 4034 England Drive. Though the lot is narrow, the lakefront home is spacious. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I September 20. 1994 I Page 9 School Lunch Menus "The Inn ot Mill Pond" owned by Ron Corlson and Nila Aamoth and located at 2845 5th Street provides plenty of living space for them and rooms for a bed and breakfast as well. From previous page — The rest of Jhe rooms in eluding three bedrooms and two baths are dry walled to allow for more options in decorating. The large yard also has an above ground pool. The General Federation of Womens Club-Gun Lake Area sponsor this fundraiser to con­ tinue their community ser­ vices. support of Girlstown. to organize blood drives and many other projects. Anyone having questions can contact Grace Evens at 795-3072' or Ann Koelesch. chairwomen, at 672-5638. Caledonia Community Schools High Middle Meal Deal Menu Wednesday. Sept. 21 Footlong hot dog. french fries. Vita Pup. milk Thursday. Sept. 22 Chicken Fajita, french fries. Vita Pup. milk. Friday, Sept. 23 Itza Pizza, french fries. Vita Pup. milk. Potato bar. Monday. Sept. 26 Grilled chicken sandwich. french fries. Vita Pup. milk. Tuesday. Sept. 27 Hot turkey sub. french fries. Vita Pup. milk. Thornapple Kellogg School Lunch Menu Wednesday. Sept. 21 Meat and cheese subs, let­ tuce. com. orange sherbet. M.S. Salad Bar Thursday. Sept. 22 Turkey Chop Suey on rice. Chinese style veggies, peaches, fortune cookie. Friday. Sept. 23 Pi77a, cole slaw or sweet potatoes, fresh fruit Monday. Sept. 26 Fish nuggets. California blend, corn bread, grape juice. H.S. Salad Bar. Tuesday. Sept. 27 Baked potato with ham and cheese or chili topping, whole wheat bread, pineapple, oatmeal cookie. NOTE: Whole or low fat milk offered each day. Alt. menu at El. Monday, hot dog; Tuesday, turkey on bun; Wednesday, salad bar; Thurs­ day, hamburger; Friday, fishwich. Variety of sandwiches and salads at High School and Middle. Thomapple Kellogg Breakfast Menu Wednesday. Sept. 21 Pancake sausage on a stick, apple juice, milk. Thursday. Sept. 22 Cheese omelet on a biscuit, milk. Friday, Sept. 23 Big cinnamon roll, juice choice, milk. Monday, Sept. 26 Cold cereal, cinnamon toast, orange juice, milk. Tuesday. Sept. 27 Bagel/cream cheese, grape juice, milk. New Design Full Service Family Hair Styling Salon Casual wear NEW! & Sportswear 4 TANNERS: 2 Booths & 2 Deluxe Beds NEW! We use end recommend products by Caledonia Community High/Middle Schools Lunch Menu Wednesday. Sept. 21 Soft taco w/fixings, com or french fries, fruit choice, milk. Thursday, Sept. 22 French bread pizza, green beans or french fries, fruit choice, milk. Friday, Sept. 23 Chicken patty w/bun. peas or french fries, fruit choice, milk. Monday, Sept. 26 Burrito, peas or french fries, fruit choice, milk. 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"With the health of 25 million children at stake, USDA needs to first ensure that the basic goals of the school lunch and breakfast programs are met before em­ barking on an unproven pro­ gram that is more complicated than the current system," said Almy "For nearly 50 years, the national school lunch pro­ gram has been a success. We should build on that success." Almy said the dietary guidelines give no considera­ tion to a child's age, developmental stage or in­ dividual nutrient re­ quirements. He said the guidelines were developed based on a study of adult males, not children. Implementation of the pro­ posed nutrient objectives for school meal regulations would force school districts to pur­ chase and desote new com­ puters, software and training time, according to Almy. 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The majority of strollers. however, were just enjoying the display of gleaming vehicles lined up on Main Street from the post office to the Community Education building. Many of the cars, pickup trucks, tractors and scooters were snapshots of the past Especially for those who still remember the 1930s, ‘40s. ‘50s and ‘60s. there was a lot of nostalgia on display . A 1969 Chevelle SS was parked next to a 1971 yellow Caledonia Jaycees officers Trish Garthe (left) and Karen Kittell enjoy a return to the '50s as they pose for a photo during the Jaycees Sock Hop and Cruise-In held Friday evening as part of the Caledonia Auto Show festivities. Camaro. and only one car away sat a shiny 1934 Plymouth The original sporty T-Birds and Mustangs, the long and lovely Ford Galaxies and Plymouth Executives of the '60s. one of the last 1961 Studebaker “Roundtops.” and a couple of 1930-vintage Ford pickups contrasted with today's sleek Corvettes. How long since you’ve talk­ ed about a DeSoto, a Nash Metropolitan or a Mercury Phaeton? Trademarks of the past and present, etched in chrome. Trans Ams. Austin Healys, Impalas and Skylarks. Road Runners. Midgets and Mercedes. Len Standler of Hastings proudly displayed his gleam­ ing 1967 Plymouth Bar­ racuda. but did not recall the radio commercials in which the announcer always called the popular vehicle a “baccaruda.” Harold DeGroot of Grand­ ville brought in the oldest car on display that day. a 1925 Chandler. He said that this elegant vehicle was made only between 1913 and 1929. when the Chandler Motor Car Com­ pany in Cleveland was bought out by Hupmobile. Hupmobile? Several Model As were in the show, including the 1929 two-door owned by Caledonia Caledonia Legion chefs Kevin Wagner, Jerry Huver, Don VanTil and Tom Zigler prepare the main course for a chicken barbecue sponsored by Post 305 for Caledonia Auto Show visitors. The Caledonia Neighborhood Watch offered coffee and doughnuts along with garage sale treasures during Saturday's Auto Show. The village garage sales have become part of the events surrounding the Auto Show. Harold DeGroot of Grandville poses with his 1925 Chandler, one of the oldest cars on display in the Caledonia Auto Show. The Chandler was produced only from 1913 to 1929, and few models are still in existence. From the Community Education Building to the Post Office, Main Street glit­ tered with Saturday's display of polished cars and pickup trucks residents Corey Mieras and Fritz Tape. Mieras said his car had been sold new to village resident Leo Snyder by Ray Aldrich, who then owned a Ford dealership where the Caledonia Elevator office now stands. Jean Snyder Soest inherited the car from her dad, and Mieras and Tape purchased the car from her. “It’s all original,’’ he said proudly, “And it’s always been owned right here in Caledonia.’’ Visitors also could stroll the village itself, where community-wide garage sales were open for business. The Caledonia Neighborhood Watch offered coffee and doughnuts, and show organizers called out the winners of door prizes donated by local merchants. In all, nearly 300 cars showed up for this year’s show, said organizer Bill Hyatt. “From our registration fees, we were able to donate $270 to the Thornapple Township Emergency Medical Services, so we were able to give something back to an important service in our area,” he said. The 50-50 raffle, which was included as part of the registration fee for the show, supplied about $135 to cover printing costs for next year’s show, he added “From what I’ve heard, the garage and yard sales went pretty well, and the village business owners I’ve talked to enjoyed it, too,” he said. The Caledonia Jaycees were successful with their first-ever 'Cnnse-In’ on Fri­ day evening, before the show, and the Neighborhood Watch people plan to get even more involved next year.” Hyatt said that 14 awards were handed out to various car owners, with local in­ dividuals and businesses spon­ soring the awards. “The weather sure helped us out, too. It was great to see so many people just having fun strolling up and down the street, looking at the cars, meeting people and enjoying the beautiful day.” The Caledonia American Legion Post also joined the event, offering a chicken barbecue at the Legion Post from noon to 9 p.m. Caledonia Auto Parts dealer Don Apsey, who helps spon­ sor the show, said he thought this year’s turnout “was just about right for our community.” He said that while the 270-280 participants didn’t greatly exceed last year’s 250-plus registration, he noted that the car owners stayed all day this year. “Last year, they kind of came and went,” he said. “This year, most of them came in the morning and stayed through the aftcrmxin. I think they enjoyed the show, too.” H The weather sure helped us out, too. It was great to see so many people just having fun strolling up and down the street, looking at the cars, meeting people and enjoying the beautiful day. J! Corey Mieras of Caledonia enjoys his 1929 Model A Ford two-door, which is all original,' right down to the upholstery. The car first was sold in Caledonia, and has always hod a Caledonia owner. �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I September 20, 1994 / Page 11 The Schmidt Family — Mom (Geanie), Pop (Mark), Kristen and Greg, welcomes you to their... FALL OPEN HOUSE Drop in for some cider and donuts and see all that your local appliance dealer has to offer! Save BIG $$$ on All Our... MAYTAG Check out these Whirlpool BARGAINS... REFRIGERATOR SPECIALS GAS RANGE SPECIALS • 25 cu. ft. Whirlpool Side-by-Side 20 units on Display Ice & water in door, white. No. ED25.......................... $4*1QQ00 I 12727 • 24 cu. ft. GE/RCA Side-by-Side Ice & water In door, almond. No. MSH24......... AQQOO * I VO27 • 18 cu. ft. Frigidaire Top Freezer Adjustable split glass shelves, gallon door storage bins, $£2/1 QOO free ice maker, almond. 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'Mgi jjjE *S �Page 12 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / September 20, 1994 7 in top 0 at Olivet Invitational Scots clean sweep top 8 spots in TKInvite, perfect overCedar Springs The Caledonia girls cross country team has been known, in the past, to sweep the top five scoring, and two additional positions in a dual meet for the perfect 15-point score. But to do it in a 10-team invitational is an unprece­ dented feat worthy of notice by any other team with eyes on a state championship. The Caledonia girls did it in the Thornapple-Kellogg Cross Country Invitational, Sept. 12. What is also unique about the accomplishment by the team, is that the top seven finishers were all crossing the line in 20 minutes or less. The eighth-place finisher, also a Scot, f nished at 20:12. Winning the meet was Sarah Parbel with a time of 18:50, followed by Katie Sobczak at 19:11, Barb Warner at 19:15, Katie Bloem at 19:32 and Shannon Houseman at 19:48. The five gave the Fighting Scots a perfect 15-point score. South Christian was second with 73 points, Hastings was third with 85, Rogers came in fourth with 129 points and Middleville was fifth with 146 points. Delton finished sixth in the meet and Lakewood was eighth. Audrey Warner was sixth in the meet at 19:57, Beth Parbel was seventh at 20:00 and Sarah Flegel was eighth at 20:12. Kristie DeYoung of South Christian and Charissa Shaw of Hastings were the other two top-10 finishers. Wendy Faber finished 11th, Jill Hofmann was 12th and Jill Ixatherman finished 15th for Caledonia. Also running, but not fin­ ishing in the top 15 were An­ drea Shomler, Kerlly Mulder, Jenny Sprague, Kim King, Katie Benham, Sarah DeG­ root, Kara Palma, Laura Furst. Julie Furst and Greta Klein. The team has yet to finish a dual meet this season with more than 15 points. The team defeated Cedar Spring 15-49, Thursday. Sarah Parbel was first at 19:21, Barb Warner was sec­ ond at 19:37, Keri Bloem was third at 20:08, Audrey Warner was fourth at 20:26 and Beth Parbel was fifth at 20:34. At the Olivet Invitational, Saturday, only two runners from other schools were able to break the strangle hold the Scots girls cross country team has put on the sport. Running against five Class A schools and another Class B, the Scots put seven of its runners in the top nine finishers. Katie Sobczak finished second overall at 18:59, fol­ lowed by Beth Parbel at 19:06 and Barb Warner at 19:19. Bloem finished sixth over­ all at 19:46, Shannon Houseman was seventh at 19:54, Audrey Warner was eighth at 19:59 and Beth Par­ bel was ninth at 20:01. The Lady Scots finished the meet with 22 points, fol­ lowed by Holt with 66, Portage Northern with 106, Kalamazoo Central with 108, Charlotte with 125, Howell with 135 and Mattawan with 175. Winning the Thomapple-Kellogg Cross Country Invitational by sweeping the top eight positions was Caledonia. The order of finish was (holding the trophy) Sarah Parbel, (kneeling from left) Shannon Houseman, Keri Bloem, Beth Parbel, Barb Warner, Audrey Warner, (standing) Katie Sobczak and Sarah Flegel. Caledonia jayvee gridders 3-0 The Caledonia junior var­ sity football team continues to roll with a 20-0 shutout of Cedar Springs, last Thursday. The junior Scots defeated Middleville 28-12 to open the season and Kenowa Hills in its second contest. In Thursday's game, Ryan FOREMOST INSURANCE COMPANY CLAIM PROCESSOR Part-time Foremost Insurance Company, a leading insurer of mobile homes and recreational vehicles has an imme­ diate opening for a part-time Claim Processor. Previous customer service and CRT experience is preferred. This is a part-time position, Monday-Thursday, 4 pm-8 pm, Friday, 5 pm-8 pm. No benefits provided. We offer excellent working conditions in a non­ smoking environment. If you are qualified and interes­ ted, please call Carol Goodsell at (616) 956-8945 Equal Opportunity Employer 5600 Beech Tree Lane Caledonia, Ml 49316 Overmeyer scored the Scots first touchdown with a run in the first quarter. Quarterback Nick Freeman ran the second score in before tha half. Both point after tries failed. The Redhawks took the opening kickoff in the second half down to the 20-yard line before fumbling. The junior Scots organized a 14-play, nine-minute long drive covering 80 yards, which culminated with a six yard run by Tim Soper. Josh Haywood ran in the twopoint conversion. The defense is led by Kyle Paalman and Matt Groe­ neweg. The Scots will be at South Christian, Thursday. Caledonia boys win TK & Olivet tourney, down OK Gold champs The Caledonia boys cross country team finished first in the Thornapple -Kellogg In­ vitational, Sept. 12, with 46 points. Grand Rapids South Chris­ tian was second with 82, Wyoming Rogers was third with 83, Wayland was fourth with 87 and Delton was fifth with 105 points. Ten teams participated in the meet. Ben Thompson finished second overall with the time of 16:52, 14 seconds behind race-champion Josh Scots tennis team goes 2-1 The Caledonia tennis team played three matches last week, winning two 8-0 and losing to South Christian 6-2. The team defeated both Cedar Springs and Hud­ sonville. The only two to notch wins against South were Kim Crisman at No. 3 singles and Heidi Hanna and Holly Hurst at No. 4 doubles. Crisman, who is still unde­ feated at No. 3 singles at 11 0, won 6-3, 6-0 and the dou­ bles team won 6-4, 6-4. The team will be hosting Unity Christian, tomorrow (Sept. 21) and Byron Center, Thursday. Call for Sun & News Action Ads Breimayer from Rogers. Finishing third in the race was Dave VandenBerg at 17:01 and Rob Lillie was sixth at 17:33. Todd Striplin came in 14th at 18:11 and Dave Friedrich was 21st at 18:24 to round out the scor­ ing for the Scots. Jamie Smith finished in 40th at 19:58 and Phil VanLaan came in 54th at 21:04. The Scots runners also took Cedar Springs down a peg, Sept 15, with a 21-34 win over last season's O.K. Gold Conference champions. "It was an outstanding team effort and we feel real good about the win," said Coach John Soderan. "Ev­ eryone ran extremely well." VandenBerg was the top runner for the Scots with a time of 17:22. He finished second overall. Thompson came in 20 seconds later for third place, Striplin finished fourth at 18:13, Lillie was fifth at 18:16 and Friedrich was seventh at 18:23. The team finished first. Sept. 17 at the Olivet Invita­ tional, defeating eight Class A schools and another Class B school. The Scots finished with 62 points, followed by Ann Ar­ bor Huron with 88. Charlotte with 94 and Portage Northern with 99. Holt finished with 102, Adrian had 122, Kala­ mazoo Central finished with 133, Howell with 136 and Mattawan had 276. Thompson finished second overall with a time of 16:52 and VandenBerg came in third overall at 16:59. Lillie was 14th and Striplin was 15th with times of 17:50 and 17:51. Friedrick finished the scoring for the Scots, coming in 28th overall at 18:19. Soderman said he was "impressed with how well the team ran" against the Class A schools. Jamie Smith was first and Phil Vanlxian was second in the junior varsity run with times of 19:04 and 19:10 re­ spectively. Please be our guest for FRIENDSHIP SUNDAY at ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH 8436 Kraft Avenue, Caledonia, Ml 49316 on Sunday, September 25, 1994 Fellowship hour following the services 8:30 & 11:00 A.M. • Rev. Robert Gerke PHONE 795-3345 Need A Friend I. �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I September 20, 1994 I Page 13 Scot kickers top Calvin Christian, Kenowa Hills It was almost a clean sweep for the Caledonia varsity soccer team as it gave up just one goal in 160 min­ utes of play over two games last week. The Scots shut out new­ comer to the O.K. Rainbow Kenowa Hills 8-0 and gave up just one goal, a penalty kick, to Calvin Christian in a 4-1 win. The Scots played the Knights Sept. 15 and the Squires, Sept. 13. Coach Brian Broekhuizen said Kenowa Hills and its soccer program is suffering the same growing pains as Caledonia was five years ago. The Scots scored three of its goals in the first half, with Broekhuizen coaching. In the second half, Paul Minder, the only injured Scot still on the disabled list, was given the opportunity to coach and the team racked up five goals. Broekhuizen said Minder, arguable one of the best soc­ cer players in the area, has been keeping the team moti­ vated and focused for the full 80 minutes of the match. The coach said he's a valu­ able asset for the team both while he's on the field or off Scot gridders stopped by Cedar Springs after time runs out The quick-moving offen­ sive line move nearly the en­ tire length of the field in an effort to score a tying touch­ down, but came up short as Cedar Springs stopped Cale­ donia's varsity football team 15-8, Friday night. The Scots defense stopped a scoring drive by the Redhawks with 12 yards of a score. Dave Uyl then popped off a 57-yard throw to Don Stevens to get the Scots to mid-field. Matt Barr got the Scots closer with some fancy run­ ning but with an unstoppable clock running, Uyl was sacked after the clock had run out to stop the drive. The Redhawks scored all of its points in the first half with the assistance of a 260pound full back who aver­ aged seven yards each carry. Uyl, according to Coach Ralph Shefferly, had a stun­ ning night with 15 of 19 passes completed including Caledonia's only score. He tossed a 50-yard pass com­ pletion to Stevens. Uyl's arm was credited with 211 yards, a touchdown and two point conversion. Matt Barr was the leading reciever with six for 77 yards. Stevens and Matt Neely also had big nights at the receiving end. "Uyl had one of the best nights I’ve seen a high school quarterback have in a long time," said Shefferly. "It was a disappointment to lose this game and we know we let one get by us, but that's what will happen when you drop some passes, make some mental mistakes and have some penalties." Adam Paarlberg had 10 tackles in the game and Justin Heyboer and Stevens had "six or seven apiece." Shefferly also said Nate Gless and Jason Bush played a smart game. The Fighting Scots will host South Christian for an OK Gold match up, Friday. TK golfers closing in on Calvin Christian by a point in standings Despite a one stroke over­ all better score for the season in the O.K. Blue, the Mid­ dleville golf team trails Calvin Christian by one point in the league standings. The Trojan golfers closed to within one point with a two-stroke victory over the Squires during the O.K. Blue Jamboree, 165-167, Sept. 14. Brad Williams led the Trojans with a 37, followed by Ryan Nausieda with 40, Josh Sturm with 43 and Josh Lan­ caster with 45. Hamilton, on its own course, finished third in the jamboree with 173, Rogers had a 179, Godwin scored a 183, Coopersville finished with a 187 and Byron Center finished with a 192. "We're going after them (Calvin Christian)," said Coach Bernie Weller. "We're in the hunt." Williams was the medalist with a 40 in the jamboree held Sept. 12 at Yankee Springs Golf Course, Sept. 12. The team finished one stroke behind the Squires with a 176. Rogers had a 181, Godwin a 183, Hamilton a 189, Coopersville a 193 and Byron Center a 197. Nausieda carded a 44, Marty Bender had a 46 and Lancaster had a 46 for the Trojans. The team will be at Yankee Springs tonight (Sept. 20) hosting Comstock Park in a non-conference match and at Rogers tomorrow for an O.K. Blue Jamboree. and it is important to keep him involved with the team because he’ll be coming back to play in a couple of weeks. Scoring for the Scots was Ivan Prado with the hat trick. Mark Boocher, Matt Bush­ man, Mike Pries. Keith Smith and Jeff Foster. Robson Souza, Eric Rogers and Steve Schmidt all had assists in the game. Mike VanSprague, back in the keeper position for his first game of the season, combined with Scott Be­ langer for the shutout. The Scots scored three goals in the first half over Calvin Christian with Rogers, Prado and Jared Oatley finishing. The score for the Squires came off a penalty kick in the first half. Prado scored the only goal in the second half. Broekhuizen said it was another good showing for the defense, in spite of both teams coming out a "little flat." "The whole team played well together and that is the mark of a good team when the whole team takes care of each other on the field," he said, adding that when one player isn't "up" in a game, the rest of the team will sup­ port him and take up the slack until he is back in the swing of things. The Scots are now 7-0 this season and will travel to a "tough" Forest Hills Northern today (Sept. 20) and South Christian on Thursday. FREE Steve Schmidt dribbles away from a Calvin Christian defender in the 4-1 win in the OK Rainbow match. Sept. 13. Thornapple Roofing & Siding Vinyl Siding Replacement Windows Free Estimates Licensed Builder 795-2039 1/2 Hour Massage with one Year Membership Massage Therapist Available on... Mondays & Tuesdays ALL SENIORS 60 OR OLDER... Half Price All Memberships till Sept. 24 TK kickers move to 3-1 with 2 recent wins The Middleville varsity soc­ tack enroute to a 10-1 victory. cer squad continued its rise to The team was led by five the top of the OK Rainbow goals from sophomore striker Conference with two victories David Botwinski. Senior forwards Jason Clin­ last week. TK boosted its league ton and Mike Sanderson each record to 3-1 and 5^4 overall added two goals and Chris with wins over Sparta and DeBlaay contributed one to Wayland. the cause. The Trojans scored Sparta’s At Sparta, Sept. 13, the Trojans applied a powerful at­ lone goal with accidental own­ goal late in the game Middleville opened in a seven-game home stand with a hard-fought 2-0 shutout over Wayland. Sept. 15. The visiting Wildcats fought up to their name and it required two second-half goals by Jason Clinton to resolve the issue. 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MIDDLEVILLE RD. ■ 795-4319 Just north the MiddleVilla Inn (behind Dr. Showermans) HOURS: Mon.-Frl. 6 am-9 pm; Sat. 9 am-5 pm �Page 14 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I September 20, 1994 TK netters win pair of 6-1 matches Trojan jayvee soccer continues to roll The Trojans junior varsity soccer team traveled to Zeeland to take on the Chix on Sept. 12. Middleville started the scoring when sophomore Dean Laansma placed a penal­ ty kick into the Zeeland net Zeeland came back and tied the score eight minutes later. T.K 's freshman Brian Bergakker took over and scored two goals in 14 minutes to put the Trojans on top at halftime. Laansma and Jason Cowham got the assists on the goal In the second half freshman Jason Klinge sent a shot into the goal for Middleville's fourth score. Zeeland scored the next goal. Bergakker scored again for T.K. for his hat trick. Tom Piccione got the assist. Coach Marty Wustman praised freshman Lucas Holwerda. the rookie goal keeper, who was pressed into service when the regular keeper, Chris Niles, was moved up to varsity. Wustman said Holwerda had never played keeper before and that he did an outstanding job. The final score was T.K 5 Zeeland 2. Middleville traveled to Sparta, Sept. 13, to take on Sparta Both teams moved the ball well but couldn't put anything into the net in the first half. One minute into the second half, freshman fullback Mike Pott moved up to the half line and sent a long clearing shot into Sparta territory where the ball deflected off a Sparta player and into the net for the game’s only score. Middleville was host to the Bulldogs of Byron Center Sept. 15 The T rojans sta rted the scoring when sophomore Scott Evans, with his back to the net. shot the ball past the keeper for the game's first goal Middleville continued the scoring when Jason Klinge sent the ball into the comer of the net. Josh Wert had the assist. The second half started, and Evans scored again with only two minutes gone off the clock. Byron Center got its only score with only four minutes left in the match. Wustman said his mid­ fielders. Mark Miller. Nathan Deboer. Jason Cowham. Mike Cramer and many others controlled the match and kept the Trojans on the of­ fense most of the game. TK girls 5th in own cross country match, defeat Rogers The Middleville girls cross country team finished fifth in it own cross country invita­ tional, Sept. 12. Caledonia's girls won the meet taking the top five scoring positions and finish­ ing 11 in the top 15. South Christian was second with 73 points, Hastings was third with 85, Rogers was fourth with 129 and TK finished with 146 points. Delton came in sixth and Lakewood finished eighth in $ Credit Problems? Cash $ Problems? 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Caledonia won the meet with 46 points, followed by Grand Rapids South Chris­ tian with 82, Wyoming Rogers with 83 and Wayland with 87 points. Delton finished fifth. Lakewood was eighth and Hastings was ninth in the 10team meet. Dood finished third overall in the dual meet versus Wyoming Rogers, last Thursday. He finished with a time of 18:35. Justin Blake finished with a time of 20:27, Matt Eaton completed the course in 20:36, Andrew Dragt had a time of 22:22 and Den del Craven finished in 23:10. TK eagers down Rogers by basket Sarah Kaechele led the Trojans with 17 points and a 72-percent shooting accu­ racy. She had four steals in the game. Tara Schondelmayer scored 10 points, had six re­ bounds and three steals. Jes­ sica Coe had six steals and six rebounds to go with her good portion of the second quarter. The conversion at­ tempt failed, leaving the score 8-6. Early in the third quarter, after fumbling away its first opportunity, the Trojans were penalized for holding in the endzone, giving Rogers a safety and an 8-8 tie. Dave Liu powered to pay dirt for a score in the fourth. Steve Lehman caught the two TK freshmen win second straight football game 28-18 COLLISION SERVICE VV The Middleville boys cross country team had only four runners in the ThornappleKellogg Cross Country Invi­ tational, Sept. 12, so did not receive a team score. Steve Dood finished 34th in the meet with a time of 19 minutes, 15 seconds, Justin Blake finished at 20:53, Andy Dragt finished at 21:23 and Mike VanderSloot fin­ The Middleville junior var­ sity football team evened its record at 1-1 with a 24-8 vic­ tory over Rogers. The Trojans scored early in the first quarter as running back Dave Liu scampered 12 yards for the score. Liu also carried for the two point con­ version making the score 8-0. The Golden Hawks countered with a 13-play, 67 yard drive which chewed up a Complete Auto and Truck IVJ singles 6-2, 6-0, Mariage lost a three-hour long match at No. 2 6-1, 7-6 (7-3), 6-1 and Thaler won at No. 3 6-0,6-0. Julie Palazzolo, who teamed with Karrie Kollar to win an exhibition match over Byron Center 6-3. 6-4, was moved to No. 4 single against Kelloggsville. She won in a run away 6-0,6-0. The doubles team walked away with easy wins across the board. Hutchins and Wright won 6-0, 6-1, DeHaan and Williams won 6-0. 6-0 and Devine and Mugridge won 61.6-0. The I-ady Trojans are now 4-0 overall and 3-0 in the O.K. Blue. They will be at Coopersville tomorrow (Sept. 21) and Kenowa Hills on Thursday. six points and Vikki Jansen had five steals, five rebounds and five assists to go with seven points. Chelsea Pech had seven points and four re­ bounds. The Lady Trojans are at Grand Rapids Baptist tonight (Sept. 20) and Byron Center, Thursday. 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Seger said Mugridge and Devine hit some sharp angles the opponents couldn't return and were following through at the net much better. With Wolverton, the sin­ gles players all moved up a position. Campbell won at No. 1 Middleville boys run in own invitational, lose to Rogers The Middleville varsity basketball team defeated Wyoming Rogers 49-47, Sept. 15 on the Trojan's home court. The team recorded 21 steals against the Lady Golden Hawks and shot 75 percent from the free-throw line. YOU BENEFIT With OUr... (61 6) 291 -01 50 Playing what Coach Larry Seger said was its best tennis so far this season, the Mid­ dleville varsity tennis team defeated Byron Center 6-1, Sept. 12. The team also de­ feated Kelloggsville 6-1 without the aid of No. 1 sin­ gles Erin Wolverton, Sept. 14. Versus the Lady Bulldogs, last Monday, Wolverton lost the first game, but rallied to win the next 12 to take a 6-1, 6-0 victory. Traci Campbell won at No. 2 singles 6-0, 6-1 and Kiley Thaler walked over her No. 4 singles opponent 6-2,6-1. In the marathon match, Jenny Manage, at No. 3 sin­ gles won 7-6 (7-3), 6-2. Seger said it was one tough shot after another in the match and Manage just wore her opponent down. § The Middleville freshman football team defeated Rogers 28-18, Sept. 8. Spencer Romph opened the scoring for the Trojans with a six-yard run late in the first period to end an 80-yard drive. Roger's scored to begin the second quarter on a 44-yard pass. T.K, stopped the extra point try and the game was tied 6-6. Brian Ploeg completed a 52-yard pass to Nate Pranger for the second Trojan touchdown with Romph completing the two-point conversion. On the last play of the first half a 56-yard pass from Ploeg to Pranger was good for a T-D and made the half-time score 20-6 in favor of the young Trojans The Golden Hawks scored on a 25-yard run to open the fourth quarter. Romph scored on an eight­ yard run and Nick Gallup scored the two-point conver­ sion to make the score 28-12. The Golden Hawks ran the kick-off back for a touchdown making the final score 28-18. point conversion from quarterback Kevin Doyle making the score 16-8. Late in the fourth quarter running back Ryan Olthouse added an insurance score with a 12-yard run. Liu hauled in a Doyle pass for the conversion making the final score 24-8. Defensively, the Trojans were led by Steve Lehman with 12 tackles. Justin DeBirde contributed with a key interception, while Liu picked up two fumble recoveries. Water Gardening Water lilies, water plant*, goldfish and koi Also installa­ tion of waterfalls and pond*. A pel’s Landscaping Company • 69«-iojo . or call for an appointment to visit our ponds and water gardens at 9340 Kalamazoo, Caledonia Dykstra's Preferred Poured Walls, Inc. JTTRL- • Poured basement walls • Fl at work • Farm work jgS'l w*F*"** S ROB DYKSTRA, Owner 10698 Finkbeiner Rd, Middleville "9 f* "9 A 795-7674 -y fX f" �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml I September 20, 1994 / Page 15 Caledonia Boy Scouts cited at Court of Honor Capitol Commentary By Sen. Dick Posthumus State’s ballot proposals discussed This column is the third in a five-part series. It’s week three of our five-week series on the fall ballot pro­ posals, and our topic in this column will be Proposal B. Quickly summarized. Proposal B asks voters to amend the Michigan Constitution to elminate a criminal defendant's automatic right to appeal if the defendant has already pled guil­ ty or no contest. If the proposal were approved, the defendant would be permitted to appeal only with court approval. Proposal B will be on the fall ballot as a result of a vote in the Michigan Legislature. A Senate joint resolution containing this recommended constitutional change passed earlier this year by the required two-thirds vote. Currently, an accused criminal is guaranteed an appeal as a matter of right. Most would agree this serves a legitimate pur­ pose when a defendant has been convicted by trial. In those cases, the defendant has not acknowledged guilt. There could also be trial-related issues that need to be addressed. But some argue the same concerns do not apply in cases in which the defendant has been convicted when he or she pleads guilty or no contest. The defendant has waived his or her right to trail and acknowledged he or she did wrong. However, once a defendant has admitted guilt, he or she does have the right to appeal the conviction. In many cases, these defendants do appeal In 1991, more than 12,000 cases were filed with the Court of Appeals. Of those, 3,797 - about 32 percent — were cases in which the ac­ cused had pled guilty. Half of these cases were disposed of by 18 part-time judges. Supporters of Proposal B believe ending appeals from plea­ based convictions would reduce the appellate court's backlog, save taxpayers money and speed up the criminal justice system by reducing the workload of overburdened prosecutors and trial courts. Moreover, the passage of Proposal B would not leave criminal defendants without a means to address the wrongs which do occasionally occur, as they would have the option to appeal “by leave" of the appellate court. The difference would be that the defendant would be required to demonstrate that a significant injustice or deprivation of rights has occurred before an appeal would be granted. Those opposed to Proposal B are wary the state may be tak­ ing a wrong step by limiting the right to appeal, even if a defen­ dant has pled guilty. In addition, they argue the change would cost more money, since defendants who cannot appeal might choose to go to trial instead. The choice is yours to make, and you’ll get that opportunity on November 8. Here is the ballot language once again: “PROPOSAL B: A PROPOSAL TO LIMIT CRIMINAL APPEALS. The proposed constitutional amendment would restrict a criminal defendant who pleads guilty or no contest from appealing his or her conviction without the permission of the court. Currently, someone who pleads guilty or no contest to a crime has the automatic right to appeal. ” If you have any questions on this proposal, feel free to give me a call at (517) 373-0797 or write me at P.O. Box 30036. Lansing. ML 48908-7536. Next week. 1 wil detail Proposal C for you, which deals with changes to Michigan's no-fault insurance law. Miscellaneous Mobile Homes DECKS. LET US help you design a deck especially for you, free delivery. Available at Durk­ ee Lumber, Alto, 868-6026. TRUE VALUE HOMES has 3 gently pre-owned homes listed in Cider Mill Village. Ready for immediate possession. Easy financing available. Call Sandra today at 795-7900 of 531-1400. WOOD BEAMS OUT OF dismantled bam. All hand hewn. Best offer. 891-837$. Loyds Auto 9870 Cherry Valley Ave. (M-37) Caledonia 891-1484 (Formerly Western Auto) OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Monday thru Friday 8 to 8; Saturday 8 to 5; Sunday 9 to 3 Stop in and say hello! Five Boy Scouts advanced in rank and 53 merit badges were awarded at the quarterly September Court of Honor of Boy Scout Troop 202 at Caledonia. Adam Bailey. Ben Oberlies. Curt Rozell and Scott Brown were awarded the 2nd Class rank Matt Spencer was awarded his second and first class ranks. Merit badges earned during the summer and at the sevenday Owasippi summer camp in Whitehall went to Steve Mursch (9). Man Spencer (6), Brian Davis (4). Eric Fleischmann (4). Josh Johnson (4). Ben Oberlies (4), Mark Osgerby (4). Curt Rozell (4), Adam Bailey (2), Nathan Dannison (2), Ian Fleischmann (2). Jason Kelch (2), Nick Lazarus (2). Scott Brown (1), Jeff Post (1). Mike Victor (I) and Jesse Ward (1). The merit badges earned covered such activities as lifesaving, horsemanship, small boat sailing and backpacking. Eleven scouts received the Gerald R Ford patch, which involved touring Ford sites in Grand Rapids in June and writing a 250-word essay on the former president. At Camp Owasippe. five scouts. Steve Mursch. Jason Eakins. Rustin Manning. Josh Johnson and Brian Davis, were recognized for com- IK jayvee golfers notch 1st Spectrum win, fall to South Christian For the first time in the four years the Middleville ju­ nior varsity have been play­ ing in the Spectrum League, the junior Trojans have regis­ tered low score for a dual. The Trojans shot the Crestview Golf Course in Zeeland 12 strokes better than their hosts, last week. Middleville golfers carded a team score of 204 with Zeeland coming in at 216. Aaron Wiese finished with a 49 to be the medalist. Brian Enders and Tim Janose each had 51s and Ken Barrett had a 52. The team lost to South Christain, 174-198, Sept. 15 in another Spectrum match. Enders led the team with a 44, followed by Mike Stein with a 50 and Ken Barrett and Tim Janose with 52s at the Pines in Grand Rapids. Middleville falls to Saginaw Nouvel gridders 34-12 The Middleville varsity football team fell to 0-3 this season with the 34-12 loss to Saginaw Nouvel Catholic Central. Friday night. Steve Austin scored the only two touchdowns for the Trojans, scoring from eight yards out and again from one yard. Matt Liu earned the ball 20 times for 73 yards and Stevens had nine carries totaling 97 yards Leading tackier was Matt Norman with five. The team is at Byron Cen­ ter in the O-K Blue showdown for the teams, Friday night and will host Calvin Christian the following week in the annual homecoming game. pleting the High COPE (challenging Outdoor Per­ sonal Encounters) Course. High COPE activities involve using rope climbing and rap­ pelling skills in a variety of situations. These activities take place 40 feet off the ground. Two scouts. Jason Eakins and Rustin Manning, earned “Voyageur” recognition for spending five days at various outpost camps where, they ex­ perienced the outdoor life of an early trapper, lumberjack and wronger. Scout Mike Victor, earned the “Robin Hood" award in archery ; out shooting ail con­ testants and instructors at camp. Life Scout Jeff Foster earn­ ed BSA Lifeguard recognition after completion of a 30-hour course of instruction while at summer camp. Troop 202 was recognized during summer camp with the Baden-Powell award for maintaining daily standards of excellence Neatness, cleanup, fire protection and a camp service project was re­ quired for the recognition. Scouts Steve Mursch and Brian Davis and Scoutmaster Frederick Fleischmann were inducted into the Boy Scout Order of the Arrow honor camping association. Troop 202 in Caledonia has 29 scouts and is sponsored by the Caledonia United Methodist Church; Bobby Whitlock, pastor. Boys or their parents interested in joining the troop may attend the meetings held every Mon­ day at 7 p m at the church or call 891-0297 for details. MIDDLEVILLE Official Village Council Minutes August 23. 1994 President pro tem Oliver call­ ed the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Present: Bray. French, Oliver. Schellinger, Stagray. and VondenBerg. Absent: President Myers. Guests: Doug and Nikki Miller. Margaret Fowler from the Sun and News, Melissa Fowler, Steve Visser from the Grand Rapids Press, Ron Buning. Joe Rahn, Jeff Dionne, and Dorothy and Charles Corson. Minutes of the August 8,1994 meeting were approved as read. Agenda approved as printed. President pro tem Oliver recommended the appointment of Nikki Miller to the Planning Commission. VondenBerg mov­ ed that Council approve the ap­ pointment of Nikki Miller to the Planning Commission to fill an unexpired term ending April 30, 1995. Support by Stagray. Ayes all. Carried. Oliver read a letter from the Police Chief in regards to a beer tent for Heritage Day. No action taken. Jason Cherry, Village Planner approached Council in regards to the site plan for Mountain Bike Racing Park. Discussion held. VondenBerg moved that Council grant a 6 months lease to Retro Promotions for a fee of $10.00. Support by Schellinger. Ayes all. Carried. Joe Rahn approached Council concerning block grant ad­ ministration fees. Schellinger moved that Council table this matter for further discussion and information. Support by Bray. Ayes all. Carried. Schellinger moved that Coun­ cil approve paying the printed bills in the amount of $22,702.68. Support by Stagray. Ayes all. Carried. Schellinger moved that all recordings of the Village Council meetings be stored in the Village vault. Support by Bray. Ayes all. Carried. Discussion held on the Bonfire Ordinance. President pro tem Oliver will contact the Thornap­ ple Fire Chief in regards to the Village ordinance. Village Planner presented to council on applying for a Urban and Community forestry Grant. Discussion held. French moved that Council authorize Villager Planner Jason Cherry to con­ tinue the grant process which has been started for Urban and Community Forestry Program Community Forestry Grant. Sup­ port by Stogray. Ayes all. Carried. Council and Village Manager Manshum reviewed the Manager's report. Bray moved that Council authorize DPW Employee Clair Miller to attend the Confine Space Seminar" at a cost of $50.00, September 15. 1994. Sup port by VondenBerg. Ayes all. Carried. Why Call Spencer's Towing? ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Thank You CARD OF THANKS A big thank you to all who helped make the re-dedication of Barber School a reality. Espe­ cially Caledonia Township & Village Officials, Fredericks Construction Company, Inc, Harder-Warner Nursery, Fair Brothers, Weltons, & The Clif­ ford Moored family, Scout lead­ er 202, & Nathan Dannison, The Sun & News for articles & pictures, via Barb Gall. The atlendenls were over 80. Thanks each and every one of you. The Caledonia Township Historical Commission Real Estate CALEDONIA Maintenance free 4 year old ranch on beautiful 1 acre setting. 24x34’ garage, 14x24’ deck, whirlpool tub, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, main floor utility, $95,000. Call Mary Witkowski AJS Realty 957-1680 or 771-0641. Wanted WANTED: CHILDREN TO CARE FOR in my home. 30 years experience, excellent references, Middleville Schools. 795-7354,__________________ WANTED TO BLY: Aquar­ ium measuring height- 17”, width 12’/« and length 36*A. Please call 374-4145 after 6pm. French moved that Council send notice of sole of village property to area realtors. Sup­ port by Bray Ayes all. Carried. VondenBerg moved that Council reject the bid from William Getty as being insuffi cient for the 10 acres of parcel along East Main Street, north of and adjacent to Eskar Ski Hill. Support by Bray Ayes all Carried. Manager Manshum updated Council on the Watermain along Grand Rapids Street and Bridge Maintenance Charles Corson approached Council in regards to sidewalks along East Main Street downtown and the possible publishing of the Police Report in the Sun and News. This matter turned over to Committee lor consideration. With no further business. French moved for adjournment Supfxirt by Bray Ayes all. Car­ ried. Meeting adjourned at 8 09 p.m. Cheryl Hooper, Village Clerk (101) 24 Hour Service Radio Dispatch Fully Insured Flatbed Service Emergency Tire Repair Jumpstarts Lock Outs 8 Trucks Available We bill direct to every insurance agency in Barry County, including: • • • • • AAA Amoco AARP Montgomery Wards Auto Owners • ERS • Allstate • Farmers • State Farm • Cross Country we are on the 911 Emergency Call List SPENCER'S TOWING 795-3369 — or — 1-800-635-9964 MIDDLEVILLE �Page 16 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / September 20, 1994 Middleville 1994 Heritage Day deemed ‘big success’ by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Middleville 1994 Heritage Day organizers were excited about the success of this year's event. In past years, by the after­ noon crowds had dwindled drastically. But, Saturday's crowd stayed on to enjoy the many activities that were planned for the day. There were several raffle drawings throughout the day. But. according to Chair­ woman Jo Sclafam. ticket holders did not need to be pre­ sent to win The following are the winn­ ing numbers: 499 for the CD player. 10I0 for the Sega Genesis game. 943 for the microwave, and 963 for the color television. Anyone who has not claim­ ed their prize must do so by Tuesday. Sept. 27, bv calling Jo at 795-4650. Any prizes that are not claimed by that date will be re-raffled. So. anyone with buttons should hang on to them she said. Winners of the Rotary Duck Race were also announced a little later in the day The first place of S300 was won by Herb Loveland. A $150 second place prize went to Bob Russell Third place of $100 was won by J. VanBeek Grand Marshalls Ernie and Dorothy Ball lead the Heritage Day parade through Middleville. The Middleville Heritage Day parade really didn't go to the dogs - this group represented the 4-H K-9 club. Middleville Police Chief Louis Shoemaker borrowed this DARE corvette from! he city of Detroit just for the parade. Barry County Sheriff Dave Wood came along for the ride. First place in the float competition was won by the Heritage Society. Their float was pulled by the Otto's antique tractor as members were dressed in vintage clothing and singing. The Thornapple Kellogg Middle School seventh and eighth grade bands com­ plete with flag squad provided upbeat music for the parade. The Village Players who also performed in the afternoon won second place for their float. The S & S Farm Market float with the Pumpkin World theme took third place honors for their float. Fun games like this ball toss kept little ones entertained. This little gal concen­ trates on knocking down one of the funny-faced figures. �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I September 20, 1994 I Page 17 The 1994 Heritage Day Business Award was given to the McMillan family, Larry and Cheryl, and children Amber and David. They are the owners of the Village Parlor. Dan and Shelly Erb received the beautification award for their Grand Rapids Street home. Susan Foster, owner of Thornapple Financial Center (formerly Roush's), displays the plaque presented to her for the special business award. When the Grand Rapids Accordion Ensemble with about 35 members took to the stage, kids just couldn’t resist dancing in the street to the lively music. Several mountain bike criterium races started right in the middle of the activi­ ty. The circular race course took the bikers right through downtown Middleville. Ron Wilcox launches a horseshoe as Larry Cotton, his opponent, watches. Several people par­ ticipated in the horseshoe contest. Volleyball tournaments started early and continued throughout the day as part of the Heritage Day celebration. 1460/1470 ROTARY MO/COs.. CUT FAST CONDITION FASTER ■ High-speed disk cutting with exclusive wide conditioning rolls that apply more pressure over more crimping points. ■ Choose 9-foot 9-inch or 11-foot 6-inch width of cut ■ Cut fast, up to 8 mph. GOOD DEALS.. .ANDA GOOD DEAL MORE Fillmore Equipment, Inc Village Council President Lon Myers did the honors of cutting the ribbon an the bridge to officially begin the bridgewalk. Among the distinguished guests wat­ ching are Abe Lincoln and General Grant. Thornapple Valley Equipment, Inc. ^JOHN DEERE 1690 S. Bedford Road Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: 616-945-9526 �Page 18 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / September 20, 1994 IMPORTANT NOTICE OF PROPOSED SETTLEMENT OF CLASS ACTION AND FAIRNESS HEARING IN THE UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT FOR THE SOUTHERN DISTRICT OF ALABAMA SOUTHERN DIVISION Russell Price, et al vs. Ciba-Geigy Corporation NO. 94-0647-CB-S cer. which amount will decrease with age to a minimum of 1995 Fairness Hearing described above, he or she must file with $17,500 if the Exposed Person is 85 years or older .An Exposed the Clerk, on or before December 16. 1994. a Notice of Intent to Appear Any Settlement Class Member who does not file objec­ Person may collect separately for (a), (b) and (c) above, so that the maximum payment to ai Exposed Person ts $410,000 The tions in the time and manner described above is forever fore­ A separate 12.5% reduction will be made if be or she had failed closed from raising any objection to such matters Any Settle­ ment Class Member whose objection is overruled will still be bound by any judgment or final disposition of (he litigation to participate m the health screening program in each of the three Copies of all objections and Notices of Intent to Appear that are years poor to diagnosis (or m each year that the program was available, if less than three years) The DCA Fund also will pay $1,000 to any Exposed Person who was diagnosed with hemor­ sel and to counsel for Ciba-Geigy at the following addresses cash payments described above will be reduced by 12.5% if the Exposed Person had smoked in the five yean poor to diagnosis. rhagic cystitis within three months following exposure (this is a one-time payment regardless of the number of manifestations). In addition, the DCA Fund will pay for administrative costs, and mailed to the Clerk of Court must also be mailed to Class Coun­ Counsel for Ciba-Geigy Class Coumei Gatecron Class Action Henry B Alsobrook. Jr. P O Box 974 Adams and Reese Chariesion. SC 2<MO2 4500 One Shell Square U.S. WORKERS WITH ON-THE-JOB EXPOSURE TO GALECRON® class counsel's attorneys' fees, costs and expenses as determined by the Court All cash payments from the DCA Fund are paid and Their Spouses, Children, Other Relatives and Legal Representatives: spouse, parent child or other relative will only be made if they CourtA Qnfcr are the legal representative of an Exposed Person to make all benefits afforded by this Settlement available to GALECRON* WAS A COMMERCIAL AGRICULTURAL PESTICIDE WHICH W AS MARKETED IN THE US. BY CIBA-GEIGY CORPORATION. IT WAS NOT MARKETED FOR RESIDENTIAL OR HOME GARDENING USE U.S. WORKERS WITH ON-THE-JOB EXPOSURE TO GALECRON* MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR FREE MEDICAL MONITORING AND/OR CASH PAYMENTS UNDER A PROPOSED LEGAL SETTLEMENT. You may belting to a class of people covered by a pro­ posed settlement of a legal action (“Settlement"), and you may be entitled to receive the benefits of the Settlement This II. IMPORTANT MEDICAL NOTICE To Plant Workers. Formula tors. Appiknton and Other Covered Workers (as defined above): only on account of a compensable claim of an Exposed Person. i.e„ an eligible Plant Worker. Formulaic*. Applicator or Other Covered Worker, as defined in this Notice Cash payments to a New Orleans. LA 70139 (4) If you chouse to remwn a SettfrmeX Cbs Mem­ ber tinder Ontiws 1.2 or 3 nhuitkiaLmnimait the benefits affoakd bi the SettkmeutwiMmsumootogyf the this Notice. Cibn-Geigy has agreed The benefits of the DC A Fund will continue as long as the Settlement Class Members on an interim basis poor to final Court MMT Fund continues, or until the DCA Fund is exhausted as set approval of the Settlement The appropriate Proof of Claim forms forth below Ciba-Geigy has agreed to pay up to a maximum of will he required (set Sectioa Vll below), and an appropriate re­ $45,000,000 for the benefits afforded by that Fund. If the DCA Fund is exhausted, Ciba-Geigy may continue paying for lease Will be required for any cash payments made IXinng this interim claims procedure, class counrel s fees and expenses will compensable claims. If Ciba-Geigy does not continue to pay. be paid upon approval of the Court and ultimately deducted from Settlement Class Members will be able to opt-out of the DCA the DCA Fund initial deposit Fund and will regain their nght to pursue any legal claims they (5) You any request cicIumou from the 5cttkmcnt Guss- If you elect to be excluded from the Settlement Class, may have, except for claims for medical monitoring, medical treatment, fear of illness or cancer, or increased nsk of illness or cancer, because medical monitoring and treatment will continue you will not be bound by any ludgmcnt. disposition, or settle ment of the class action, but you also will mx be able to pnrtKi to be available (3) Other Conditions claims you may have pate tn the Settlement You will retain and be free to pursue any The Stipulation of Settlement presently provides for medical monitoring, treatment and com­ pensation payments for certain medical conditions set forth in If you wish to exclude yourself from the Settlement Class, you must mail a request for exclusion to the following: this Notice In the event however, that a Court approved Epide­ cancer if you had on-the-job exposure to Galecron® Work­ miology Panel determines to a reasonable medical certainty that any other medical condition is caused by Galecron® exposure, Clerk of Court United States Distnct Court gal rights All Settlement Class members who do not timely exclude themselves from the lawsuit will be bound by the Settle­ ers exposed to Galecron® should participate m a medical that condition will be deemed a compensable claim, and will be For the Southern Distnct of Alabama monitoring program because early detection of bladder can­ eligible for medical monitoring (if feasible); medical treatment: 113 St Joseph Street ment if it b approved. cer can result in more effective treatment As part of the Settle­ and cash payments The cash pay menus will not exceed the maxi ment, Ciba-Geigy has agreed to establish a medical monitor­ ing program for the detection of bladder cancer for those in­ mum amounts payable for the covered medical conditions sei Mobile, Alabama 36602 Your exclusion requesl must set forth your full name and cur Notice tells who is covered by the Settlement, and describes the litigation, the benefits of the proposed Settlement, and your le­ PLEASE READ THIS NOTICE CAREFI LLY • IT MAY AFFECT YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL I-8M-565-3126 You may have an increased nsk of developing bladder dividuals who do not exclude themselves from the lawsuit. Within six months, this program should be available free of forth above (4) Administrator. A nationally recognized entity or Your wntten request for exclusion must be posi rent address marked no later than December 16. 1994 entities with substantial investment and medical claims admin­ VII. PROOF OF CLAIM PROCEDURE By Order of the United Steles District Court for the South charge to all Exposed Persons who do not exclude themselves istration experience will be appointed by the Court to administer era District of Alabama, a class action has been conditionally from the lawsuit. If you had on-the-job exposure to Galecroo®. it is rec­ ommended that you or your doctor call 1 -8M-565-3I26 to the Settlement. The Administrator will determine whether a learn how you can obtain further medical information or en­ roll in the medical monitoring program. Panel or by a single arbitrator, depending upon the issue in dis­ a Settlement Class Member will also be required to have been pute. The decision of the Medical Advisory Panel or arbitrator each have the effect of an arbitration decision and shall be bind­ diagnosed, subsequent to exposur. with one of the covered certified for settlement purposes on behalf of .Settlement Class Members (as defined below) who may now or later have claims against Ciba-Geigy Corporation arising out of work related ex­ posure to Gatecron® On January 30. 1995, a fairness hearing will be held at the Courthouse, United States District Court. Southern District of Alabama, 113 St Joseph St.. Mobile. Ala­ HI. BRIEF SUMMARY OF LITIGATION This hearing may he continued without I. DEFINITION OF CLASS Under the Settlement. Galecron* is defined as chlordimeform or any chlordimeform-containing product, either manufactured, formulated, packaged, distributed or sold by or 6n behalf of Ciba-Geigy Corporation or related parties, regard­ less of the trade name of the product; or any metabolite of medical treatment or the disease compensation outlined above, medical conditions listed above A Proof of Claim to partici­ pate in medical monitoring may be submitted al any tune during Alabama Stele Court, which lawsuit was later removed to the exclude themselves from the Class release all past, present and medical condition must be submitted within one year of diagno United States District Court for the Southern Distnct of Alabama future claims: (i) relating to the covered medical conditions listed sis (or, if the condition has already been diagnosed, within one The Complaint, as amended, alleges that the Settlement Class as above; and (ii) relating to an Exposed Person's exposure to defined above is entitled io damages for medical monitoring and other compensation as a result of Exposed Persons' exposure to Galecron®, including all claims alleging that any other cancers, year after approval of the Settlement) The Proof of Claim is designed so that you may complete personal injuries or risks are caused by exposure to Galecron® it yourself Class Counsel is available to answer queslioas you Galecron® Ciha Geigy has filed an Answer denying all essential al­ This means that claims that Galecron® exposure caused any con­ dition other than those medical conditions listed above will be you desire legal assistance, you are free to retain an attorney of legations of the Complaint, and asserting affirmative legal de­ released, but will receive no compensation or treatment, unless the Court approved Epidemiology Panel finds that such other your choke. condition is caused by Galecron® exposure. The release is ef­ medical treatment or disease compensation, please call 1 800 fenses. The Court has decided that the case can proceed as a class action for purposes of settlement only. This does not mean may have about claims procedures, without charge to you If To obtain a Proof of Claim Form for medical monitoring, that the Class Representatives would have been successful had fective as against Ciba-Geigy and certain additional releasees as the case gone to trial. The Court has made no such determina­ defined in the Stipulation of Settlement, including Ciba-Geigy, Ltd., the parent of Ciba-Geigy. Charleston, SC 29402. No benefits will be available to any All persons who fall into one of the following categories, tion, and the proposed Settlement is not to be construed as an expression of any opinion by the Court as to the merits of any of and who reside in the United States as of the date of filing the claims asserted against Ciba-Geigy. and have any questions regarding any of the benefits set forth The Settlement Class is defined as: the United States to Galecron® (“Exposed Persons”) If you believe you art a member of the Settlement Class, member of the Settlement ( lass unless he or she submits the necessary Proof of Claim Form. above, you are urged to call 1-800-565-3126 for further in­ of the Class Action Complaint, who have been exposed in IV. PROPOSED SETTLEMENT VIII. formation. Plant Workers: An individual (whether or not em­ ployed by Ciba-Geigy Corporation) who in the solve all past, present and future claims against Ciba-Geigy aris­ course of his or her employment at Ciba-Geigy ing out of Exposed Persons’ exposure to Galecron®. The Settle­ Corporation’s St. Gabriel, Louisiana or McIntosh. ment provides for the establishment by Ciba-Geigy of two funds Members, Russell W. Price, Leslie E. Hoven, Grady W. Brown, of the Court, United States District Court, 113 St loscph Street, Alabama sites, was exposed to Galecron®, includ­ to provide medical benefits and compensation to Exposed Per­ Jennie Ropp Brown, Jack Harley Woodward, Alta Woodward, Mobile, Alabama .36602 ing, without limitation, individuals who worked in manufacturing, formulating or packaging sons or their legal representatives. (1) The Medical Monitoring and Treatment Fund Joe H. Bowman and Martha Annie Bowman, as class represen­ tatives to represent all Settlement Class Members. The Court CQUBI if you have any questions about this Notice or the Settle Galecron® or in the waste disposal of Galecron®, (“The MMT Fund"). If the Settlement is approved, Ciba-Geigy will make an initial deposit of $5,000,000 into the MMT Fund, has also designated as Class Counsel the following individuals: Timothy E. Eble; J. Cecil Gardner; Joseph J. McKeman; S.C. ment in writing to the Class Counsel at P O Box 974, Charles­ or worked in the construction, demolition or main­ tenance of any facilities used for the foregoing ac­ b. c. Representatives, Class Counsel and Ciba-Geigy, which will re­ V. CLASS REPRESENTATIVES AND terms of the Settlement, and all other pleadings and relevant CLASS COUNSEL documents in this litigation, are on file and may be examined or The Court has designated the following Settlement Class copied during regular business hours at the offices of the Clerk tivities al such St. Gabriel, Louisiana or McIntosh. basis. There is no limit to the amount of money Ciba-Geigy can Middlebrooks III; Charles W. Patrick, Jr ; and Patrick W. Pendley. The Class Representatives and Class Counsel believe that Alabama sites; or be required to contribute over the life of this Fund. the proposed Settlement is fair, reasonable and adequate. Class and will thereafter make additional deposits on an as-needed DO NOT CALL THE CLERK OF ment. Address any questions regarding this Notice or Settle­ ton, SC 29402, or by calling 1-800-565-3126. Any requests for additional information, like the Proof of Claims Forms or a complete copy of the Settlement, should be made by calling 1 -800-565-3126 or by filhng out the RF^KST An individual (whether or not em­ The MMT Fund will pay for a medical monitoring pro­ Representatives and Class Counsel have entered into the pro­ FOR INFORMATION FORM below and mailing it to Class ployed by Ciba-Geigy Corporation) who in the gram designed to detect at an early stage the form of bladder posed Settlement after weighing the substantial benefits against course of his or her employment was exposed to cancer alleged to be associated with Galecroo®: specifically, the probabilities of success or failure, and the long delays that Counsel. It is recommended that all Settiemeni Class Members who do not wish to exclude themselves mail the REQUEST Galecron® while at a plant or site which was in­ primary urothelial carcinoma of the unnary collecting system. would be likely if the case proceeded to trial FOR INFORMATION FORM, as it will facilitate further com volved in mixing, blending, packaging, handling or ie., renal pelvis, ureter, bladder and urethra. The MMT Fund otherwise formulating pesticides which contained, also will pay for all medically necessary treatment not paid for in whole or in part, Galecroo®; or by Medicare or Medicaid if the Exposed Person has been or in There has been no agreement between the parties regard­ ing attorneys’ fees. At the fairness hearing. Class Counsel will request the Court to award attorneys' fees and reimbursement of Fonnulaton Applicators An individual (whether or not em­ ployed by Ciba-Geigy Corporation) who in the course of his or her employment, was exposed to Galecron® while involved in the application of pes­ ticides which contained, in whole or in part. Galecron®, including, without limitation, aerial and land applicators. flagmen, mixers, blenders, load­ ers and other individuals who handled such pesti­ cide poor to or during the application process, and d. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION THIS NOTICE IS ONLY A SUMMARY The complete A Settlement has been entered into between the Class a. (2) In order to receive 565-3126 or fill out the REQUEST FOR INFORMATION FORM below and mail it to Class Counsel at PO Box 974, Galecron®, including the substance known as 4-COT or 5-CAT (1) ptoyment-related exposure to Gatecron® the duration of the program. A Proof of Claim for a covered mine if the class actum should he finally certified and if the Settle ment summarized in the Notice should be approved as fair, rea­ ment. Any disputes concerning a Settlement Class Member's entitlement to benefits will be resolved by a Medical Advisory against defendant. Ciba-Geigy Corporation (“Ciba-Geigy”), in On February 8, 1994. a class action lawsuit was filed further notice tonng, he or she will be required to submit proof of certain em ing upon all parties, including the Settlement Class Member. (5) Release Settlement Class Members who do not bama. 36602, at 9 00 a m Central Time, so the Court can deter sonable and adequate In order for an Exposed Person to receive mcdteal mom- Settlement Class Member is eligible for benefits under the settle the future is diagnosed with such bladder cancer The MMT Fund will pay for medical nx'niionng to Ex­ costs and expenses, to be paid from the DCA Fund Class coun­ posed Persons for a period of 20 years, and will pay for medical benefit conferred on the class, half of which will be requested to treatment until one full year passes »ith no claims for treatment be paid over a 4-year period while legal work continues Mobile. Alabama Date September 1,1994 By Order of the Court VI. RIGHTS AND OPTIONS OF SETTLEMENT Judge Charles R Butter. Jr CLASS MEMBERS ment program if the Settlement is not approved Only Exposed Persons, i e, eligible Plant Workers. Formulaiors. Applicators and Other Covered Workers, as defined in this Nooce. will be TtAtsLOM, txrrrui 1.1*1 If you are a Settlement Class Member, you have the fol­ lowing options < 1) You ma i do nothim and remain a Settlement entitled io medical monitoring and treatment (2) The Decax CotnpeusaOon and AtkMBtntfoo not employed by Ciba-Geigy Corporation) who in Fund "The DCA Fund" . If the Settlement is approved. Ciba- Class Member. If you choose to take no acuon. your interests as a member of the Settlement Class will be represented by the the course of his or her employment was exposed to Galecron® at the Clean Land. Air, Waler Corpo­ Geigy will also make an initial deposit of $30,000,000 into the Class Representatives and Class Counsel, al no cost to you indi­ ration or En v ironmental Purification Adv ancement. DCA Fund In addition to medical treatment paid for by the MMT Fund, the DCA Fund will make cash pav menu of up to vidually You will be bound by any judgment or final disposition of the litigation, and may participate in the benefits available as Inc disposal sites located near Bayou Sorrel. Loui­ $410.000. as set forth in more detail below, on behalf of an Ex­ a member of the Settlement Class siana. al Empak. Inc in Deer Park. Texas, or m a posed Person who. after exposure to Gakcroo®. has developed fill out (he REQI EST FOR INFORMATION FORM in order to I testing or research laboratory, whether or not owned by Ciba-Geigy Corporation, or or in the future develops the form of bladder cancer alleged to be learn how to receive benefits I associated with Galecroo® specifically primary urothelial car (2) —y fflMB i SffltaKH Out Mmhr m eitiicr represent yourself or hire your own aflorafv lc jnprtsent you at your reg- You or your artorney must file an The spouses, parents, children or other relatives of the Ex cinoma of the unnary collecting system, ie. renal peivts ureter, bladder and urethra. Cash payments will vary depending upon the Exposed Person s age smoking status and partecipation in It is important, however, to H Entry of Appearance »ith the Clerk of the Court and send a copy hiam Ftisroaryrt, | REQUEST FOR INFORMATION FORM | Otto Covered Workm An individual (Whether or posed Persons described above. If you do not mail the attached form, the Court may noi be able to communi sel will request a percentage fee award not to exceed 20% of the being filed but in no event less than 20 years Ciba-Geigy will have no obligation to continue the medical monitoring and treat­ mumcauon if the Court approves the Settlement cate with you directly and you may rxx learn how to receive your benefits. (This is not an Opt-Out Request) I D I would liketo have more detailed informal^*) of the | Settlement mailed to | NAME ----------------------------------------------------------------------- | I ADDRESS __________________________________________ | I I I I CITY, STATE, ZIP __________________________________ I (Collectively “Settlement Class Members") tote If you the health screening program For Exposed Penas who are noc- to Class Counsel and Ciba-Geigy, at the addresses Kt forth be I I art an Exposed Person. yon an a Settlement Class Member smoken and participants m the fraht. screening program. the cash payments will he as follows, (a) $10,000 m the event of tow Such Entry of Appearance must be filed by December 16, I TELEPHONE NUMBER: -------------------------------------------- I whether or not yon hme been diagnosed *rth an illness Spcmses parents, children or other relators an Settlement Class Mem be rs but the claims they an settling an hmaed to those arising trearmcat nvoivmg an mvasm procedure Hhn a a .oe-ume I I Mail this Pequett io from an Exposed Person's exposure Retevant Date? Galecroo® was registered for use from 1 968- 1989 Some Exposed Persons may have beta exposed before or after those dates 1994 (3) You wa> tew™ a Settlement CU» Member and payment regardless of the number of proenjures. ib) up to $150.000 ■ the event of a radical cysaeranay (Madder removal) ob ject to the Settlement. Any Settlement Class Member who with diversion of Me unaary tract winch annua w J decrease jects to the proposed Settiemeni must mail such obyecuom and with a person's age so a anaMi of $10,000 rf the Exposed Pence ts 85 yean or older, ad io up to $250,000 ■ tke event a Exposed Penon s death is found to be caused by bladder can­ any supporting papers to the Oak of Court at the address set forth below, on or before December 16. 1994 If the person fil­ does not elect exclusion from the Settlement Class and who ob­ ing the objection intends to appear personally at the January 30. I I I Gatecron Class Action P.O Box 974 | Charleston, SC 29402 I �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / September 20, 1994 / Page 19 Twp. committee reviews Health Department findings Campau-Kettle Lake sewer district boundaries set CAMPAU A KETTLE LAKES SANITARY SEWER SERVICE DISTRICT MAP CALEDONIA CHARTER TOWNSHIP SEPTEMBER, 1994 68th St ■~l J have enough area for a second or replacement septic system. David Kraker. supervising sanitarian for the Health Department, also reported that on many lots, soils might be suitable for a septic system, but once it failed, the lot's clay overburden would have to be removed all the way to the well and replaced with washed sand or sand fill. He said that in some cases, septic system replacement was limited because of land­ scaping. slopes or “required isolation distances. ” The 68th Street properties evaluated are on the south side of the street, and zoned multi­ family and commercial. The Health Department found ma­ jor problems that would be costly and difficult to repair, and noted a possible threat to ground water. Although a decision to in­ clude the Garbow Drive lots was not unanimous, the health department recommended they be included because of the dense development and because the sewer line already would run along the road to sene the Kettle Lake Elemen­ tary School. Two parcels on Oak Lane Drive also will be included in the district. A public hearing on the sewer district will be schedul­ ed. probably during the first week of November. A letter also will be sent to all proper­ ty owners just outside the pro­ posed sewer district, inform mg them of the project Anyone with questions should contact Township Supenisor Tom Garbow or Treasurer Ruth DeVries at the township office. 891-0070. CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT. MICHIGAN CALEDONIA, MICHIGAN CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP BOARD AGENDA SEPTEMBER 21, 1994 Wilcox Associates, inc. roorosto m*vkc POSSIMZ AOODOW41 SUVKf UU 76th St. some property owners ob­ agreed to exclude a group of by Barbara Gall jected to being included, properties along 76th Street Staff Writer Caledonia Township’s usually because of cost, but just west of McCords Avenue, Campau-Kettle Lake Sewer also because their lots were mainly because of their Committee has set what it not adjacent to either of the distance from the lake and because septic system replace­ hopes are the final boundaries lakes. The township, therefore, ment area was available on for a proposed sewer district turned to the Kent County those properties. that will encircle both lakes. Those lots also posed a pro­ The present sewer system Health Department, which serves only lots bordering the analyzed the on-site septic blem in setting up the sewer northeast comer of Campau systems of all 24 properties in "loop” around the lake, and question and sent its findings eliminating them from the Lake. The committee asks any back to the township with district also would mean one pumping station could be residents who own lots adjoin­ recommendations. Using the Health Depart­ eliminated. ing the proposed district, but ment report and recommenda ­ However, the committee who would like to be included in it. to call the township of­ tions. the sewer committee voted to include a group of fice as soon as possible. (See decided at its Sept. 6 meeting properties along Garbow to include most of the proper- Drive across from or adjacent map.) After a proposed district ties, despite owners’ to Kettle Lake School, along with another group of properwas presented to lake area objections. However, the panel also residents earlier this year. SUMMARY OF MINUTES VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA September 12. 1994 The regulor meeting of the Caledonia Village Council was called to order at 7 00. with oil members present except Berencsi. Several guests were also present Minutes ond financial state ment were accepted with a cor rection of spelling in the minutes. Bills of the month were approved for payment Reports from Imperial Municipal Service and WW Engineering were heard. Lobelia reported on the sewer project Rodgers reported that ten trees have been planted around the Village and that everything is going well. Permission was given for attending two seminars one in October and one m November Truck repairs were discussed Motion by Er­ skine. seconded by Audy to hove the scraper repaired and tad gate sander installed. Carried Craig Patterson presented in­ formation about Rails ond Trails.” Council encourages this project Final approval of the preliminary plot. Phase 1 was given for Glen Valley Estates and Glen Valley Business Center Final approval of the Glen Volley Estates Plot Phase 1 and final approval of Glen Valley Business Center Plat Phase 1 was given by Council after several changes were mode Site Pion for lot 6 of the Glen Volley Business Center was discussed. Klover gave a report on the water project ond the necessary ordinances meters computer program etc., to set up for o future water program Approval of ordering a com puter Utility program from Fund Balance was given Maintenance agreement for the copy machine was approved Motion by Kidder seconded by Erskine to contract for tree work. Corned Motion by Erskine seconded by Kidder to participate m the Student Representative Pro­ gram Ayes Erskine K.dde' Klover Noy Audy Moton carried. Council decided to participate in Mayor Exchange again next year. Motion by Erskine seconded by Kidder to encourage Council ond the Planning Commission the BarKenAll Land Use Workshop at Middleville Oc­ tober 20 Corned Motion by Erskine seconded by Kidder to order 100 residen­ tial water meters Carried. Mo ton by Kidder seconded by Audy to authorize Klover to order commercial water meters os needed Carried. Erskine suggested that letters of appreciation be sent to the persons who worked so hard for the Auto Show and Garage Sale. Other .terns discussed were Tree Ordinance fencing ond frees □’ the sewer plant; Barber School dedication adult drug sem.nor September 20 ond the need for a Village manager. Mee’mg was adjourned at 11:30 p.m. Jacqueline Cherry Village Clerk (100) ties on 68th Street, just west of Whitneyville Road. The Health Department's evaluation included an analysis of each lot’s soils and the state of its existing septic systems. The report stated that three of the septic systems were found to be in a state of failure, three do not have suitable soils for repair systems and one lot does not 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Minutes Bills Building Inspector Report Treasurers Report Keiser Drain Sub Division Amendment Ordinance 2nd Reading 7. Privately Owned Public Water Amendment - 1st Reading 8. Home Occupation - 2nd Reading 9. Planning Commission Report 10. Library Board Appointment 11. Seminar - Ruth & Pat 12. C-Tec Public Hearing for Settlement 13. Snow Plow Bids 14. Any Other Business That May Come Before The Board (102) NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Village of Middleville Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a REZONING for a portion of the property at 608 Grand Rapids Street. The request is be­ ing made by Michael Leedy. Proposed Use The applicant proposes to rezone the rear portion of his pro­ perty (a 60x80 piece) in order to lease it to Bradford White Corporation. Bradford White proposes to pave the piece to provide more parking for its employees. The parcel is direct­ ly to the north of the Bradford White Employees Credit Union. The parcel is currently zoned R-1, Low Density Residential. It would be rezoned to I-2, Heavy Industrial District. Where the hearing will be held: At the Middleville Village Hall, 100 E. Main Street, Middleville, Ml 49333 When: On Tuesday, October 4, 1994 at 7:00 p.m. Materials pertaining to this proposal can be viewed at the Middleville Village Hall at 100 E. Main Street, Middleville 49333. Written comments can be sent to the above address, or can be relayed via telephone to the Village at 616-795-3385, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. <103) �Page 20 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / September 20, 1994 For Rent Call for Classifieds... PLACE YOUR ADVERTISING MESSAGE HERE •795-3345 Rates: 5 words for $2.75 then IO* per word. If you pay in advance, you save 50' billing charge. 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The NoteGun Lake. 672-5229 or 891-1990.__________________ WANTED: Roommate in my home. Gun Lake Area, Call Matt for details at 795-4408 WHITNEYVILLE SOUTH STORAGE our new building is complete, most sizes available, reasonable rates. 868-6336. Garage Sale GARAGE SALE: Sept 24/25, 9:00-6:00. A little bit of every­ thing. 7390 Orlee SE, (off 68th street) Caledonia. SEPT. 22nd/23rd/24th, Thursj'Fri./SaL, 9am-6pm, 8825 Whitneyvillc S.E., 1/4 mile south of 84th St Mens and womens clothing, misc. items, drapes, lamps, snowblowers, rototiller, weed whips, gas engines, picnic tables, wishing wells, and lawn furniture. GARAGE SALE: Thursday/ Friday, Sept 22/23, 9:00-6:00. 9376 Vincent Avenue, Alto. MIDDLEVILLE BLOCK SALE Satuday 9-24,9-5. River­ side Lane, Bouman Drive, Parmalee Road and Whitneyville, (between Parmalee and 108th). Brand name kids thru adult clothing, estate sale items, 15” Simco saddle, rocking chair, Moped, motorcycle, stereos, garden tractor, super single waterbed mattress w/hcater, collector plates, new rag rugs, bikes, antiques and crafts. Chevy cap and lots of baby stuff. SALE 9:00-3:00 September 23rd. 8506 Garbo Drive, near Whitneyvillc Rd. Bunk bed, microwave, nice kids & adult clothes, pet carrier & more. MOVING SALE: Sept. 22nd-24th, 9am-?, 295 141st Ave, Wayland. 1/4 mile west of 2nd SL Boys clothing and more. Help Wanted CHILDCARE NEEDED for a newborn in my Caledonia home, full-time, Mon-Fri. Contact 891-9640 between 5:30 & 8:30p.m.___________________ LOCAL RETAILER NEEDS DEPENDABLE cashier who can convey professional image to public. Successful applicant must be honest, accurate, and able to work well with people. Immediate full time or part time positions available. Send resume and letter to Ad # 314, %J-Ad Graphics, PO Box 188, Hastings Mi 49058. f Jim's Place EXTRA MONEY can be earned by you with House of Lloyd party plan including Home decor and Christmas Around the Work! items. Set your own hours. No investment FREE $300 kit paper supplies and hostess gifts. No deliveries or collections, i Also booking parties. Call Cathy 616-795-7133. ______________ Saturday Night Friday Night All-You~Can-Eat Fish........... FACTORY - MACHINE OPERATORS needed to run plastic injection molding machines. This includes visually inspecting and packing parts. We are a growing company offering good pay, benefits and promotional opportunities as we grow. All shifts available. Apply in person at: Wamar Products, Inc. 5041 68th Street Caledonia. MAINTENANCE- DUE TO THE RETIREMENT of one of our good emplyees, we have a part-time opening for a capable and dependable manintcnance person. Duties include every­ thing from general fix-it jobs to lawn care and custodial duties. Person must have a wide variety of mechanical abilities and be physically fit. Good opportunity for the right person. Contact Steve Hayes c/o Bob’s Gun and Tackle Shop, 2208 Gun Lake Rd., Hastings Mi 49058. PLACE A CLASSIFIED AD in this paper 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by calling 948-445b using a touch tone phone. more classified on Page 15 See CUSTOMER SERVICE, full­ time positions available, starting at $420/week, company training provided, no experience neces­ sary, benefits, profit sharing, call between llam-5pm, 948-8456. Jobs Wanted VICKI RICKS DAYCARE in Middleville has one full time opening. 15yrs, licensed fun. Meals, crafts, and love provided. For an interview call 795-9461. 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Caledonia Schools Business Manager Judi Dean told the board that the charter was “one of the most exciting pro­ posals I've seen brought to the board.” She explained that the new school provides an alternative education program to replace the former Options High School. That school was operated under the LCTK Consortium, which was dissolved in July as a result of the Proposal A school opera­ tions funding reform. Dean told the board that with the consortium's dissolu­ tion, there remained three op­ tions for funding the alter­ native education program. - One was to operate it under the umbrella of com­ munity education. However, there, it could generate only $2,400 per pupil, even though the school still could accept students from other districts. - The second option was to bring the school under Caledonia's K-12 program, which would bring the school the same $6,342 per-pupil grant as the other schools in the district. However, the pro­ gram then could be available only to Caledonia students, cutting the program's enroll­ ment nearly in half and thus reducing its level of funding. - The third option was for the district to charter the school, which would allow a $5,500 per-pupil grant for each student with no geographic limitations on enrollment, except that the student must live in Michigan. "Financially, this is the best option and the most viable one for this school,” Dean said. According to the state, charter schools must be spon­ sored by a public institution, such as a school district; they must be incorporated as a non­ profit organization and they must have a director and be governed by a board of trustees. Dave Wilkinson will become the new director of the Caledonia Charter Academy, as well as continue his teaching duties there. He said that presently there are 61 students enrolled in the school, with about half of those from other districts. See Charter school, p.3 CHS crowns Homecoming royalty Caledonia High School seniors Dave Uyl and Julie Tuinstra were crowned the 1994 Homecoming king and queen during half-time ceremonies at Friday night's football game. Dave is the son of Jim and Jane Uyl, and Julie is the daughter of Robert and Sandy Tuinstra. Cable subscribers save more than $200 Caledonia Twp. settles with C-Tec on rate regulation by Barbara Gail Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Board agreed last week to ac­ cept a settlement offered by C-Tec Cable Systems of Michigan, rather than push forward with legal action against the company. Caledonia Township had joined with other municipalities in taking legal action to regulate spiraling cable cost rates. The settlement provides: - A one-time $3.60 refund to customers. - A 30-cent per month rate reduction. - A rate freeze until April 1, 1995, cancelling a rate hike planned for October. - Limiting rate increases to the rate of inflation plus FCCauthorized costs until August, 1997. Attorneys in the case estimate that township subscribers have probably saved about $275 in present and future costs because of the township's legal action. No comment was offered during a public hearing on the settlement, and the board unanimously approved the recommended settlement. "It was worth the battle,” said Township Supervisor Tom Garbow. In other action, the board approved a contract with Kent County for the construction of the proposed Campau-Kettle Lake sewer system. Township attorney Jim White explained that this con­ tract, like the one for the M-37 sewer line, provides that the county will own, con­ struct, finance and operate the system, with the township making payments to the county. The board’s approval of the contract is the first step in the process, with the contract now going to the county’s Board of Public Works and then to the County Commission for approval. Estimated cost of the system is $2.5 million dollars, to be financed by a 20-year bond. Middleville planners oppose rezoning request by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The Middleville Village Planning Commission will send a recommendation to the Village Council to deny a rezoning request made by Miller Real Estate. The recommendation was made after a public hearing last Monday (Sept. 19) about rezoning property at 317 N. Arlington from R-1 (low den­ sity residential) to R-2 (medium density residential). The request also asked for approval of a special use per­ mit that would allow the owners of Miller Realty. Michael and Karen Hum phreys. to use the house on the property as an office for the company. The Humphrey s were plan­ ning to purchase the property from Evenl and Dixie Manshum if it could be rezoned to accommodate the real estate office. The lot, which is nearly one acre, is located in the only section along M-37 that is cur­ rently zoned R-1. There are about a half dozen single-family houses in that section that borders more R 1 to the west and R-2 across the road Property to the north and south of the section is zoned commercial. Several area residents did come to the public hearing with questions and concerns about the proposed change. Heavy traffic and safety seemed to be a consistent con­ cern of all present Others asked if this would not lead to rezoning of their properties to allow for other uses. Others simply did not like the idea of a business coming into the area that they felt should remain residential Village Planner Jason Cherry explained that this lot w as the largest of those in the R-l area on M-37. His recommendation was to grant the rezoning and special use permit With this set up. Miller Realty would be legally bound to abide by certain stipulations for the property Cherry ex­ plained that there would be very little change to the ex­ terior of the house except for regular maintenance and upkeep. The entire nature of the of­ fice would need to remain as residential, including leaving as many of the mature trees as possible. The only major change in the outdoor appearance would be the addition of a parking lot that would be set amongst the trees Office hours would be regulated, and overall. Cherry' felt that this use would not cause and great problems for neighbors. Cherry also said he felt that there would not be a large in­ crease in the volume of traffic. However. Planning Com­ mission members felt they should listen to the other residents' concerns. They voted 4-2 to recommend denial of the request, with Bruce Augustine Katherine Encinas. Ray Koephnger and Chairman Ekion Newmyer voting to reject it and Mike Lytle and Nikki Miller voting to approve the request. The Village Council will have the final say when the issue is brought before the body at the meeting tonight (Tuesday, Sept. 27). The Planning Commission did include some stipulations with the recommendation, should the council decide for approval. These included such condi­ tions as provisions for 10 parking spaces placed so that mature trees remain as they stand, spaces should be nearer M-37 so that the parking lot is placed where it would have a minimum impact on the neighbors, lighting on the pro­ perty must be residential in nature, the residential character of the building must not be changed, an evergreen screen must be planted along the back of the office, and the sign must be placed parallel to M-37 to limit its Mocking the visibility on the road. If the council does decide to pass the request in spite of the Planning Commission recom­ mendations. these conditions would be considered by the council at that time. White said that he will have a detailed breakdown of the costs for the board in October, and added that he expects bids to go out after January I. Completion of the project is expected by the end of 1995. The board also: - Approved compensation for the supervisor and treasurer for the extra hours they spend working on the M-37 sewer line and the Campau-Kettle Lake sewer. They can receive $20 per hour, with a $2,000 cap for each project. Extra compensa­ tion for future projects would have to be approved by the township board. - Approved a resolution allowing the Kent County Sheriffs Department to begin its patrol in the township Oc­ tober 24. That action required another resolution, adding the voter-approved two-mill emergency services levy to the tax roll and thus raising township taxes from .79 mill to 2.79 mills. - Voted 5-1 to shut down the VerMeulen and Associates sand mine on Whitneyville Avenue until the owners are caught up on their payments to the township. Garbow cast the dissenting vote, with Gordon Jousma abstaining. - Delayed action to remedy drainage problems in the Keiser Drain area until after the November 9 public hear ing on the Campau-Kettle Lake sewer system. Engineer Randy Wilcox estimated it would cost about $40,000 to ease the problem, which arose when homes were built in areas where water used to back up after heavy rains. - Unanimously approved an amendment to the Subdivision Control Ordinance, giving the township more control of plats in the township - Held a first reading of an amendment to the zoning or­ dinance dealing with privately-owned public water systems. - Approved the revised Home Occupation Ordinance after a second reading. The revision specifically outlines which home occupations are allowed in the township and which require special con­ sideration by the Planning Commission. Approved appointing Maggie Ruple and Eric Longman to the Caledonia Library Board. Their appoint- See Cable rates, Page 4 In This Issue... • ‘Run Caledonia’ attracts more than 200 athletes • School bus fleet inspection nears completion • Freeport Family Fun Day set for Saturday • Caledonia Legion Aux. claims tradition of service since 1922 �Page 24 The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I September 27, 1994 ‘Run Caledonia’ attracts more than 200 athletes by Barbara Gall Staff Writer For 163 adults, “Run Caledonia" meant a morning I OK or a 5K workout early Saturday. Sept. 17 on courses that wound through the Caledonia countryside. Twenty-five entrants also participated in a 5K walk, with Shane Howard of Caledonia and Donna Burgess of Wayland setting the pace for the men and women at 33:06 and 36:26, respectively. Russ DeRoos of Wyoming was the fastest overall in the men’s 10K with a time of 34:12, while Barbara Oseland of Holland was the fastest overall in the women’s 10K with a time of 49:47. Bernie Momber of Ada won the men s Masters division of the 10K in 38:17, with Carol Bender of Middleville winn­ ing the women’s Masters in 45:29 Overall winners in the 5K run were Andy Schupp of Caledonia in 18:13 and Sue Ellis of Holland in 18:23. Scott Taylor of Allegan and Carol MacRae of Grand Rapids won the 5K Masters' races in 19:04 and 26:09, respectively. For kids, however, the event didn’t conjure up im- Ronold acted not only as the official starter, but also a> the head cheerleader as the youngsters approach­ ed the finish line. Middleville Heritage Day Thanks to all who volunteered with the dunk tank and the $356 proceeds to go to the TK Athletic Boosters to purchase equipment for all sports, 7th through 12th grades. TK Athletic Boosters Quality Programs ages of stopwatches and ex­ haustion Their part of the program meant not only races, but a show starring Ronald McDonald. Ronald arrived after the adult races to supervise per­ sonally the races for the younger set. but he first serv­ ed up a magic act with lots of banter and responding giggles He shrugged off a light driz­ zle as he entertained the kids and their parents with jokes and some clever sleight of hand. Then, with the help of the Caledonia High School Varsi­ ty Dance Team and the Caledonia Community Educa­ tion staff, he served as the of­ ficial starter and chief cheerleader for the children’s age-group races. Scheduled were the Mickey D’s Diaper Dash (five yards for ages one and under); the French Fry Flyers (15 yards for ages one and two); the McChicken Trot (50 yards for ages three and four); the Galloping Golden Arches (100 yards for ages five and six); the Quarter Pounder Quarter Mile (one-fourth mile for ages seven and eight); the McSprinters (one-half mile for ages nine and ten) and the Big Mac Milers (one mile for ages 11 and 12). Fifty-five youngsters par­ ticipated in the competition, with their registration fees donated to the Grand Rapids Ronald McDonald House. All the youngsters were winners, Ronald proclaimed, and each received a blue ribbon. The adults, however, com­ peted in age divisions for trophies. Local participants who won or placed second or third in the 5K-run age divisions were: - Women 13 and under - 1. Lizzy Fortuna, Alto (22:41). - Men 13 and under - 3. Ben Busman, Alto. - Men 14-19 - 1. Andy Schupp, Caledonia (18:13). - Women 20-24 - 1. Kim Stevens. Hastings (24:07). Quality People REAL ESTATE S'nce 1940’ 2. CLOSE TO MIDDLEVILLE SCHOOLS Picture yourself in this very attroctive 12-year old 3 bedroom home with a full finished basement. This quality home has hardwood floors and offers many extras. Coll Koren Brown, office 795 3305 home 795 9331 or toll free pager 230 0266....................................................... $73,900. Women 25-29 - 1. Beth Gidley. Hastings (24:09). - Men 25-29 - 1. Brian Elve, Caledonia (25:39). - Women 30-34 - 3. Cheryl Hawthorne. Middleville. - Men 30-34 - 2. Scott Burley. Alto. 3. Doug Durkee. Caledonia. - Women 35-39 - 2. Karen Schupp. Caledonia. - Men 35-39 - 3. Fred Par­ tridge, Caledonia. - Men 40-44 - 2. David King. Caledonia. - Women 45-49 - 1. Nancy Pikaart. Alto (27:03). 3. Jan Whisner. Caledonia. Men 45-49 - 2. Ken Leatherman, Caledonia. - Men 55-59 - 1. David Scobie, Middleville (24:14). Local participants who won or placed second or third in the 1 OK-run divisions were: Men 20-24 - 2. Dave Scheid, Alto. - Women 25-29 - 1. Pamela Kars, Freeport (53:20). - Women 30-34 - 2. Karol Vos, Alto. - Men 30-34 - 2. John Hopkins, Hastings. - Women 40-44 - 1. Gail Beltz, Caledonia (57:28). - Men 40-44 - 2. Bruce TerBeek, Alto. - Men 45-49 - 2. Bob Bur­ ton, Caledonia. 3. John Duba, Alto. - Women 55-59 - 1. Carol Bender. Middleville (45:29). Trophies were given to win­ ners of each age division and to Masters winners. A special award also was given to the "middle of the pack" runner in each division. Pre-registered participants received their choice of an event t-shirt or shorts. Late entrants received shirts or shorts on a fust-come, first served basis. Caledonia Community Jal 3. VACANT LAND. A 10 acre parcel with frontage on the Coldwater River, a trout stream and Approximately 19 miles from Grand Rapids. Possible land contract. Call Karen Brown office 795-3305 home 795 9331 or toll free pager 230-0266.......................................... $17,900 MIDDLEVILLE STAFF Karen Brown 795-9331 Cathy Williamson CRS GR1 795-9090 1. BARLOW LAKE. Relax on the front deck of this one owner 3 bedroom doublewide mobile home. You have a great view of the lake while you watch the season change A shared Kay Stolsonburg. Assoc. Broker____ 795-7272 and an appointment coll Roy Carlson. Office 945-5182 or home 795-3611.................... $49 900 Gene Poll. Assoc Broker. GRI 795-9521 _ Office: 497 Arlington, M-37 LB Phone (616) 795-3305 tfAlW OFFICES IN HASTINGS AND MIDDLEVILLE Pubfcshers of • • • • • • • • L=J Hastngs Remnder Hastings Banner Hasungs Weekender Community Advsor Marshal Battle Creek Shopper News Lakewood News bkddlev*L€aiedor.a Sen & News Maple Vatey News PLACE A CLASSIFIED 24 HOURS-A-DAY 7 DAYS-A-WEEK Cal (& 948-4450 Ronald McDonald gives the Ready, set, go!’ com­ mand to youngsters racing in the Caledonia Communi­ ty Education Ronald McDonald Run held September 17. A few raindrops didn't deter Ronald from holding his magic show for the Ronald McDonald Run par­ ticipants. A few sprinkles didn't dampen the kids' en­ thusiasm, either. Education officials, who sponsor the event, said they were very pleased at this year’s turnout. 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Ml I September 27, 1994 I Page 3 Thornapple Kellogg trasportation staff (from left) Matt Funk, shop supervisor and heod mechanic; Judy Truer, transportation coordinator; and Jeff Schilthroat, mechanic; display the certificate awarded to them for earning a very good rating on the yearly bus inspection. TK Buses ‘very safe’ TK Schools bus fleet inspection near excellent by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The Thomapple Kellogg bus fleet has been rated a high •’good” at its latest inspection. The 2.5 rating was the highest that the district has earned in at least the past six years Matt Funk, transporation shop supervisor, credits the rating to a stricter maintenance schedule and some newer equipment. Each bus is routinely and thoroughly checked every 4,000 miles That translates into every four to six weeks, a bus is given a thorough safety check as well as performing routine maintenance like changing oil and filters. Funk also said he feels that the continued safety of the bus fleet is due to excellent help given by mechanic Jeff Schilthroat. “I feel really good about this rating because it shows that we have a very safe fleet,” Funk said. The inspector checks each bus — TK has 28 buses and one van that fall under inspec­ tion — and either passes the vehicle or stickers it with a yellow or red sticker. The inspector doesn’t give more than a day or two’s notice before arriving, either. “Doing well on the inspec­ tion means that you have to keep everything in shape all BINGO American Legion'Post #305 9548 Cherry Valley, Caledonia • THURSDAY • Early Bird - 6:30 PM the time,” Funk said. There is not enough time to go over each bus carefully once notice of the inspection has been given. The inspection resulted in three yellow stickers and two red ones this time around, said Funk. The district has up to 60 days to repair a yellow tagged bus. A bus with a red sticker cannot be driven at all without the repair being made. In the case of one red tag this year, there was a loose U bolt in a rear wheel A missing Ace bandage in a first aid kit and a missing exit decal on a back emergency door resulted in two of the yellow tags. Schilthroat laughed when he said that all five problems were corrected in less than one hour. “It’s great when you can fix any problems immediately and don’t need to wait for a part,” Funk said. Nine of the buses in the fleet are from 1979 to 1981. Funk said that when one of them need something repaired, there usually is a wait because parts are not readily available. The inspection, which was actually done in late December, took three days. Once the inspection is com­ pleted, a fleet is given a numerical rating that reflects how safe the vehicles are. The scale, which is used state-wide, is ratings of 0-1.1, excellent; 1.2-6.6, good; 6.7-9.9, fair; and 10.0-20.0, poor. The TK fleet has received good ratings for the past two years with the 1992-93 rating 1/2 Off Everyday Cards by Gibson and Gallant Including Halloween and Thanksgiving Class List Available for Fall Craft Classes -RAINBOWS END Yam, Craft & Variety 891-1106 Caledonia Village Centre OPEN: Monday-Fnday 9 to 7, Saturday 9 to 5 of 3.87 and 1991-92 at 5.00. In 1990-91, the rating was 14.07 (after a bus fire); 1989-90 was 6.3, and the 1988-89 rating was 12.3. Funk explained that they will continue the regular maintenace program. But he pointed out that even though two older buses were retired this year, the other equipment will have aged another year, and no new equipment was purchased “The older the fleet, the harder it is going to be to con­ tinue to improve the inspec­ tion rating.” he said. Middleville woman named Mary Kay director Linda Gasper of Mid­ dleville has achieved the posi­ tion of independent sales director for Mary Kay Cosmetics Inc. As sales director, Gasper will provide training, guidance, leadership and motivation to other Mary Kay independent beauty consultants. She joined Mary Kay in March 1988 as an independent beauty consultant. The posi­ tion of sales director is a direct result of sales and recruiting accomplishments. There are more than 7,000 Mary Kay sales directors. In preparation for the new position, Gasper attended a week-long training seminar at Mary Kay’s international headquarters in Dallas The sessions provided training on product knowledge, sales techniques, business manage­ ment and fashion trends. CHS senior class collecting D&W grocery slips The Caledonia High School senior class of 1995 is collec­ ting DAW slips to help fund their senior party The cash register receipts may be dropped off at the high school office as soon as possi­ ble The deakline is Nov. 15<h For more information, call 765-0120 The Caledonia School Board honored new employees at last week s board meeting. Attending the reception were Caledonia Charter Academy teacher Margie Dexter, special education teacher Claudia Hendry, school psychologist Heidi Ford, Caledonia Elementary teacher Kimberly Johnson, Charter Academy teacher and director Dave Wilkinson and CMS teacher Tom Burrill. CHARTER SCHOOL, Right now, the program serves students in grades 9-12, but the charter also in­ cludes grades seven and eight, and that end of the program will be developed. Dean said. Wilkinson told the board that the alternative ed pro­ gram presently has only a 5 percent dropout rate, and that he feels it meets the needs of its students. The new charter school will work in partnership with Caledonia High School, he said. The board voted unanimously to approve the charter. In other business, the school board: from front - Appointed Trustee John Finkbeiner to serve as the board's liasion with the Rails to Trails Friends group. The Caledonia Schools own a sec­ tion of the old Penn Central Railroad right-of-way. stret­ ching from Kraft Avenue to the village of Caledonia. - Approved re-bidding the proposed bus lane at Caledonia Elementary, with costs not to exceed a $71,000 estimate. The new bus lane is planned to ease safety con­ cerns at the school entrance. - Approved renewing a school time accident insurance policy at a cost of $12,887. This policy supplements the student’s insurance or pro­ vides some coverage fui noninsured students in case they are injured during a schoolrelated activity. - Supported a Finance Committee’s recommendation that all new employees of the food service department be hired by Aramark Food Ser­ vice Corporation, beginning with the 1994-95 school year Food service employees said they supported this recommendation. After concluding business on the agenda, the board met in closed session to discuss contract negotiations. State Bank of Caledonia Premier Club INVITES YOU TO JOIN US On a get-away to Amish Acres Nappanee, Indiana WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 26 1994 Itinerary: ARRIVAL AMISH ACRES DOCUMENTARY FILM "BEYOND THE BUGGY" HOUSE & FARM GUIDED WALKING TOUR HORSE DRAWN BUGGY RIDES SHOPPING CRAFT DEMONSTRATIONS FAMILY STYLE THRESHERS DINNER COUNTRYSIDE NARRATED BUS TOUR "PLAIN & FANCY" LIVE MUSICAL Price of the trip is $55.00 per person which includes transportation, dinner, theatre and guided tours. We will board the bus in the parking lot east of the bank Wednesday morning at 8 45 and the bus will leave at 9:00 A.M. We will be returning Wednesday evening at 7:00 p.m. This trip is for our Special' State Bank of Caledonia Premier Club Members only, so if you have friends who would like to go, have them stop in the bank and "Join The Club". Reservations must be made with full payment and will be accepted through October 12, 1994 TATE K ALEDONIA OF The hni Same m Cimtmttmn Service Rankmf> 627 EAST MAIN STREET CALEDONIA, Ml 49316 PHONE: (616) 891-8113 �Page 4 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I September 27, 1994 Neighbors '■ With. NORMA VELDERMAN Thanks to you, my com­ munity family. I had the most wonderful day at our Heritage Day last Saturday. I walked in the parade in the morning helping to represent the Lions Club with my Leader dog. Houston. 1 was with two other representatives who carried the banner. Houston did a wonderful job. He was trained for city traveling, so we buzzed right along As we were going up the hill in the main part of town, the folks started clapp­ ing as we passed. That was so wonderful. I almost bawled from such a warm wonderful gesture. God bless you my community family. I am sill on a high from such a gift. I finally found the ocher tape with the lost part of the name list, so 1 finally got a lot of you whom I dad not visited with for quite a long time Bert Kenyon is coming along one day at a time Megan Oliver said that she and her dad. Tim, are work­ ing on the Christmas “Nut­ cracker" Scot comes home from college often. Florence Fiala said that she is having a very good life with her clubs and various meetings. Ett Van Sickle and Joan Barnes went out for Sunday dinner Lucille Getty. Velma Steeby. and cousins Maxine Fedewa. Clifford and Esther Converse. Margaret Wilson and daughter Pat Mercie Bowerman and Vere Tansfer enjoyed a luncheon Sept. 21 at the Middle Villa. They try to do this every year. They are looking forward to next year. Carl and Bessie Nelson have been up north helping daughter Dorothy, quite a bit this summer. Beth and Leo Verlinde spent a week up north at their hunting cabin at Ontanogan. Betty and Ray Koplinger went out Friday for their sonin-law’s birthday. Elaine Northrop said that they are starting to plan soup and sandwiches for this year. Pat Wilty said that son Jeremy is now going to Western. Well folks. I guess that’s it for this week. Love you all very much. Keep on climbing over any stumbling blocks in your paths. It gives you a bet­ ter perspective on your problems. CABLE RATES, ments also have been approv­ ed by the Caledonia Village Council. - Held a first reading of a Civil Infractions Ordinance, recommended by the Planning Commission. This ordinance Caledonia ‘Happy 60s’ meet Oct. 3 The Caledonia Happy 60s Club will have a potluck lunch at noon on Monday. Oct. 3 at the Caledonia CommunityEducation Building. Those attending should br­ ing their own table service, a dish to share and a $1 prize for bingo. Anyone with questions should call 698-6335. THORN APPLE TWP. EMERGENCY SERVICE Firemen’s Pancake Day Saturday, October 1, 1994 from front page DONATION: ‘3.00 Adults • ‘1.50 Children 12 & Under would provide the township some “teeth" in enforcing its ordinances by allowing it to levy fines for lesser infrac­ tions. rather than having to take residents to court. — Serving 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. — Proceeds for equipment fund. LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church — Serving a Living Lord SUNDAY....... 9:45 a.m., 11.00 a m. & 6:00p.m. WEDNESDAY............................ Family Fellowship Prayer A Bible Study 7:00 p.m. 7240 68th Street, SE — Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Rev. Brian F. Harrison Youth Pastor, Darrel L. Schrock Music. Jeffery C. Vander Heide CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A church with a caring heart for our community and the world" Sunday Services....... 9:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. M-37 at 100th St., Caledonia, Ml Church Office. (616) 891-1512 Rev. Gerald Van Oyen Al Tiemeyer Community Calling FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville Bruce N. Stewart, Pastor Lee Taylor, Assistant Pastor Sunday School....................................................... 9:45a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service...... 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service......................................6:00p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer................. 6:45 p.m. Word of Life Chibs................................................ 6:45p.m. WELCOME TO Pastor Scott Reaching People With Christ 8:30 am to 9:30 am — First Worship Service 9:30 am to 9:45 am — Coffee Fellowship 9:45 am to 10:45 am — Sunday School 10:45 am to 11:00 am — Coffee Fellowship 11 00 am to 12:00 — Second Worship Service Nursery and Children’s Church will be provided during both services “Set an example In speech, in life, in love, in faith and >n purity __________________________________________ 1 Timothy 4 12 CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH iMost Mnlu Ivnsanj Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street 314 E. Main, Middleville Phone: 795-9030 Rev. James Cusack Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass........................... 5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass....................9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. KETTLE LAKE INDEPENDENT REFORMED Proclaiming the Histone Reformed Faith. Services at 9:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Worshipping at Kettle Lake School on Whitneyville Road South of 68th Street CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST Traditional Roman Catholic Latin Mass Rev. Fr. Francisco Radecki, CMRI Sacred Heart Devotions Sunday Mass: 4:00 P.M. Confessions and Rosary: 20 Minutes before Mass Rev. Bobby Dale Whitlock Sun. Morning Worship. Sunday School.............. Evening Service............ 10:30 a.m. ..9:30 a.m. ..6:00 p.m. Rev. Bernard Mulder, Pastor 868-6306 Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Sunday Morning Worship (Interpreted for hearing impaired). ..9:30 a.m. Sunday School.................................... ,11:10 a.m. Sunday Evening Service..................... ..6:30 p.m. Pioneer Club (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday..................... 6:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting - Wednesday........................... 7:00 p.m. Youth Fellowship - Sunday.............................. 5:00 p.m. RAY TOWNSEND. Pastor TIM DOUBLESTEIN. Youth Director onno oVl-oUZo MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 708 West Main Street YOU ARE INVITED Rev. Roger Timmerman, Pastor 795-3667 8546 Whitneyville Ave at 84fh St. *891-8661 ‘The Church where eveytxxfr is somebody... and Jesus Christ is Lord" 111 Church Street “God Cares for You” Cornerstone Wesleyan Church Sen, tees — Sunday School Morning Worship Evening Worship Pastor Jeffrey Lee 1000 a_m. ......... 11<X)a.m. .............. 600 p.m Phone 795-7076 Barrier Free • M-37 between Caledonia & Middleville Sunday Worship Services......8:30 or 11:00,6:00 Children’s Church/Youth Worship during morning services. Caraway St puppet ministry for K-4th during evening services Sunday School.................................. 9:45-10:45 Wednesday Night “Family Night”...... 6:45-8:15 Includes Adventure Club, Choirs for Children and Adults, High School Youth Group and Adult Classes For information call: 891-8119 St. Paul Lutheran Kraft Ave. & 84th St., Caledonia, Mi. (Missouri Synod) "Be devoted to one another in brotherly love." Rom. 12:10 First Service........................................8:30 a.m. MIDDLEVILLE and PARMELEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Sunday School...................................... 9 30 a m. Sunday Morning WorsNp..................... 10 30 am. Sunday Evening Worship....................... 600 p.m. Wed Midweek Prayer A Bible Study...... 7-00 p m. Pev iMfcr? Dobson Pastor Stove Jacxson. Vouh °astor > Uke Looner Music Or Peace Reformed Church Morning Worship Service............ 10:00 a.m. Sunday School................................... 9:45 a m. Sunday School..................................... 11:15a.m.(Fellowship Coffee 9:45 a.m. to 10:00 a m.) Evening Worship Service............... 6:00 p.m. Bible Classes.................................... 10:00 a.m. WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH Church School 9:30a.m. Meeting at the Comer of Choir Practice 9:30 a m. Wood School Rd. and Wing Rd. Worship Service..................10:30 a.m. 250 Vine Street Church Office — 891-8669 Parsonage — 891-8167 CHRISTIAN REFORMED 6201 Whitneyville Avenue LEIGHTON UNITED METHODIST Games United Brethren Church Kalamazoo Avenue at 92nd Street Caledonia. Michigan Telephone 698-8252 Pastor Mark Beers LAKESIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH Rev. Lynn Wagner — 795-3798 Rev. Carroll Fowler — 765-5316 Church Office Phone - 795-9266 (flburch 5590 Whitneyville Ave , S.E. Alto, Michigan 49302 Sunday School.............. 10:00 a m. Morning Worship...........11:00 a m. Evening Worship............. 6 00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting/ Children's Classes....... 7:00 p.m. Royle Bailard, Pastor — 868-6437 — GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 12200 Chief Noonday Road tat Gun Ixtke) Wayland. Michigan 49348 • 795-7903 Barner Free / Programs for All Ages Parmelee Morning Worship......... 9:30 a m. MiOdleville Sunday School........... 9 45 a m Middleville Worship.................... 1100 a m (Elie (Did ftlinie Second Service................................. 11:00 a.m. (All Services have a Nursery available) Rev. Robert Gerke Office: 891-8688 Church: 891-9878 Sunday Worship 10.00 am Sunday School II 15am Wednesday Family Night 6 00 pm Pouow, The Reorganized CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST of Latter Day Saints 8146 68th St. near Whitneyville Ave. . iStfSCtou Church School. 9:45 a.m. S Monnn8 Worship.^ 11 00 a m e Evcnin« Wonhip. 6 00 pm Wed K’llowsh,p...... 7 30 p.m (in homes or church) call Pastor Robert Loesch 698-6027 �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / September 27, 1994 I Page 5 | Obituaries William G. Nichols-----------------------GRAND RAPIDS - William Andrew Nichols and Deborah G. Nichols, 59, passed away Nichols all at home; his Sunday, September 18,1994 at mother, Eltha Nichols of Middleville; three sisters, his residence. He was bom on February Mary (Ralph) Dewaid of Cle 28, 1935 in Middleville, the Elum, Washington, Frances son of Philip R. and Eltha M. Bouchard of Tampa, Florida (Williams) Nichols. He was and Ruth Beard of Middleville; raised in Middleville and three brothers, Lawrence attended Middleville schools, (Brigette) Nichols of Warrens­ burg, Missouri, Harold (Sarah) graduating in 1953. He was married to Patricia J. Nichols of Middleville and Carmody on November 28, Dale (Janet) Nichols of Hast­ ings; many nieces and 1968. Mr. Nichols was a self- nephews. A Memorial Service was employed business man, he owned dry cleaning and laun­ held at the Beeler Funeral dry businesses in Grand Chapel with Reverend Lynn Wagner officiating. Rapids and Walker. Interment was at Mount He was a United States Hope Cemetery in Army Veteran. Preceding him in death was Middleville. Memorial contributions his father, Philip R. Nichols. He is survived by his wife, may be made to his Childrens’ Patricia; children, Jennifer education. Nichols, Brenda Nichols, Robert C. Smelker------------------------FREEPORT - Robert C. Smelker, age 81 passed away Wednesday, September 21, 1994 at Pennock Hospital, Hastings. Mr. Smelker was born on April 29th, 1913 on Buehler Road, Freeport, the son of John W. and Mary Ellen (McCar­ thy) Smelker. He was raised in the Freeport area and attended Vermontville Schools. He was married to Agnes T. Batey on March 14, 1940. He was employed at Hastings Manufacturing Company and retired from E.W. Bliss Company. Robert was a life long Freeport resident and farmer. He was an avid reader and enjoyed crossword puzzles. Preceding him in death were his wife, Agnes T. Smelker; two brothers Kermit Smelker and Keith Smelker. Surviving are three sons; James (Martha) Smelker, David Smelker, Kermit Jon (Colleen) Smelker all of Free­ port; five grandsons, two great granddaughters; one brother, John Smelker of Hastings; several nieces and nephews. Funeral Services were held Saturday at Beeler Funeral Chapel and the Pastor Jerry L. Drummond officiated. Inter­ ment followed at the Freeport Cemetery, Freeport, Michigan. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of ones choice. Funeral arrangements by Beeler Funeral Home. — HOMES OF THE WEEK — 31621. ALTO AREA - PRICE REDUCED Executive split ranch on 3 acres. Four bed­ rooms, 2 sets double sliders, finished w/o basement to enclosed porch. Also has covered deck off dining, 2 plus attached garage. Call Deb. 281-8162 02M1. MIDDLEVILLE A 4 bed room, l'/j bath classic. Origi­ nal solid oak wide trim/cove molding, French doors, hard­ wood floors, antique fireplace & mantel, oak built-ins in FDR plus Home Warranty. Mid $50's. Possible commercial. Call Deb 281-8162__________ J MH7M. MIDDLEVILLE Three MHHM. MIDDLEVILLE SCHOOLS NEW LISTING - Lovely 2 BR 2 both. 1991 Redman. Large kit., cathedral ceiling. Carport & shed for only $19,900 Quiet pork w/pool. Coll Deb. 6238357 bedroom. 2 bath 16x80 1991 Commodore home. Has cathedral ceiling, skylights and 8x10 storage shed. Located near town. Priced below appraisal. Coll Deb. 623 8357 Evelyn P. Tabor._________________ FLINT - Evelyn P. Tabor of Wimer Park, Florida, passed away Friday, September 16, 1994 in Flint. Mrs. Tabor was bom in Kalamazoo and had resided in Middleville and Grand Ledge, relocating to Florida in 1973. She graduated from Kala­ mazoo College and taught school for many years. She was active in Badge Clubs, Garden Cubs and the PEO. She was married to Vinal Tabor, Jr. He preceded her in death in 1972. Gordon L. Hill Surviving are her son, Vinal Tabor III and wife Joan of Fenton; and daughter Nancy Wright and husband Marshall of Flushing; five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Final Internment will be at Oakwood Cemetery in Grand Ledge. Memorial contribu­ tions may be made to PEO, NGA, Inc., or Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, C/o Hill Funeral Home, 11723 S. Sagi­ naw Street, Grand Blanc, MI 48439. _______________ GRAND RAPIDS - Gordon L Hill, 81, of Grand Rapids, formerly of Middleville, passed away on Friday, September 23, 1994 at Grand Valley Health Center. He was born on September 26, 1912 in Barryton, the son of Ray and Myrtie (Wyckoff) Hill. He married Dora E. Ogden on January 1, 1934 in Grand Rapids. Mr. Hill lived on Garbow Road in Middleville and spent summer weekends and holidays at his cottage al Gun Lake in Middle viUe. He joined Aladdin Welding Products in 1934 and became co­ de vcloper of the product line and served as co-prcsidcnl and CEO since 1967. He also served for 23 years as Secretary of the West Michigan Chapter of the Ameri­ can Welding Society and was active in the National Welding Supply Association and Shrine Marching Band. Mr. Hill was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Grand Rapids and also a devoted member of the Grand River Lodge #34, F. & A.M., where he served on the Masonic Relief Association and was Worshipful Master in 1958. He later served as Temple Guard for the Saladin Shrine and Shrine Marching Band. He was preceded in death by his father, Samuel Ray Hill; his mother, Myrtie (Wyckoff) Hill; his brother, Leonard Hill, sister, Geraldine Hill; grandson, Philip Jon Hamacher; great-grandson, Eric Robert Rood. Surviving is his devoted and loving wife of 60 years, Dora E. (Ogden) Hill; five daughters, Barbara and R. Ernest Dear of Serving Our Country Ryan M. Kiel Army National Guard Pfc. Ryan M. Kiel has completed basic training at Fort Leonard Wood. Mo. During the training, students received instruction in drill and ceremonies, weapons, map reading, tac­ Charming Older formhouse in quiet country setting Home boosts hardwood floors, open wood staircase Boat access to Pleasant and Mud lakes. Quiet living great fishing Coll Cartoon. 758 3605 — CONGRATULATIONS - children; ten great­ grandchildren; her brother, Dr. Hugh T. Hall (Helen) and several nieces and nephews. Funeral Services were held Monday from Wetherby Chapel with Reverend John Morse officiating. Interment was at Hillcrest Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, contribu­ tions may be made to the American Cancer Society or the First United Methodist Church. Caledonia School election is today district south of 84th Street. Residents of this precinct vote in the Caledonia High School Commons - Precinct Two: Consists of all territory of the school district north of 84th Street and east of the Thomapple River. Residents of this precinct vote at Kettle Lake Elementary School. located at the comer of Whitneyville Road and Garbow Drive. - Precinct Three: Consists of all territory of the school district north of 84th Street and west of the Thornapple River. Residents of this precinct vote at Dutton Elementary School. 3820 68th Street. Polls arc open until 8 p m. today The polls opened at 7 a m. this morning for Caledonia School district voters who are being asked to approve a I 28-mill levy for the school technology program Funds from the millage will provide more computers for elementary students, provide teacher training in the use of technology and create a district-wide computer network. The school district also hopes eventually to provide access to school information networks from home and business computers. 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For Appointment Call, 795-4434 �Page 6 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I September 27, 1994 Benefits go to accident victim Freeport Family Fun Day benefit set for Saturday by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Freeport Family Fun Day this Saturday will offer folks a double opportunity. The activities that will be held at the Freeport Com­ munity Center will have something fun for everyone in the family. And the additional benefit is that the money raised will help a Lake wood High School junior, Sara Endres, (and her family). Sara was critically injured in a car accident earlier this year. She has gradually been recuperating and was discharged from Mary Free Bed on Sept. 9. Even though she is now home, Sara continues with outpatient therapy and is working to catch up in her class work. The Family Fun Day benefit was first suggested by friends of Sara's family as a way to show their love and support at such a difficult time Many activities have been planned for the full day in­ cluding softball and horseshoe tournaments, a chicken barbe­ que dinner, games for children and adults, and a car wash. One of the highlights of the day is a silent auction with over 75 items that have been donated by businesses in the Barry County area Bidding on those items begins at 10 a m Bids will continue to be taken until 4 p.m. Just a few of the items to be offered are a $25 gift cer­ tificate from DeJongs Market in Clarksville, a hot air balloon ride from owner Jim McConnon, an oil painting by Kelly Jones of Freeport, a burning bush from Bloughs Landscaping in Clarksville; a porcelain doll from The Doll Shop, stereo headphones from Lake Odessa T V. and Ap­ pliance. a bike from the Hastings Kmart, a 13-inch color television from the Music Center in Hastings, and wooden rakes from Cheeseborough Manufactur­ ing in Freeport Winners of the items will be announced at 4 p.m. Organizers ask that the items be claimed and paid for before 6 p.m. so that the building can be cleared. The Freeport Fire Depart­ ment and the Lakewood cheerleaders (Sara is a member of cheerleading squad) will staff a car wash at the firebam throughout the day. Residents of Freeport will begin to serve a chicken barbeque dinner at noon in the community center. Freewill offering will be ac­ cepted at the door in lieu of a set charge for the meal. Right at noon, little children (pre-school to second grade) will take part in a money scramble. Other children's games will begin at 12:30 p.m. including a water balloon toss, softball throw, three-legged race and watermelon spit. Organizers have divided the day into three age groups to keep the competition more fun and fair. Pre-schoolers through se­ cond grade get their chances from 12:30-2 p.m. Youngsters in the third through fifth grade can com­ pete from 2-3:30 p.m. Sixth graders and up take their chances from 3:30-5 p.m. Kids will also have the chance to go on hayrides and have their faces painted. Adults won't be left out. There will be a dunk tank manned by Freeport Police and other village officials willing to take a chilly dip for this cause, a duck race. Bovine Bingo, and the oppor­ tunity to buy tickets for a 50/50 raffle. Anyone who wants to help in any way with the events may call Stacy Keeler at 374-0803 or Joyce Stoepker at 765-5331. Sign-up sheets for the horseshoe tournment are available in Freeport at Our Village General, L & J’s Variety Store or The Shamrock Tavern. For further information about the softball tournament, call Mary Eaton at 765-8751. Family Fun Day in Freeport that is set for Saturday will benefit rural Freeport resident Sara Endres who is recovering from an accident. First PET ’coffee’ set for Oct. 4 at library The Thomapple Kellogg Parents and Elementary Teachers group will sponsor their first monthly “coffee” Tuesday. Oct. 4, at 7 p.m. in the Page Library. This is free of charge and child care will be provided. 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Bob's Disposal Boomtown Sound & Video Bom Clinic Briarwood Golf Course Broadmoor Country Club Buddingh Weeder Co Caledonia Auto Parts Caledonia Chiropractic Center Caledonia Community Schools Caledonia Education Association Caledonia Estates I Caledonia Farmers Elevator Co ' Caledonia Funeral Chapel Caledonia Great Lakes Car Wash Caledonia Oil Inc/Marathon Convenience Caledonia Physical Therapy Caledonia Printing Caledonia Rent-All Caledonia Standard Amoco Caledonia Township Caledonia Travel Inc Caledonia Village Hardware Carl Steffen & Associates Cherished Memories Dr Richard Choryan OD Computers & Peripherals Unlimited Country Town Floral Country Turf Croel's Automotive Service Crystal Flash D & W Food Stores DVK Construction Inc DeVries Insurance Agency Ed's Body Shop Environmental Coatings Faro's Italian Pizza Farrow's Music Inc Foremost Corporation of America Fredricks Construction Co Geerligs Landscape Maintenance Geukes Market Giar & Sons Inc Gourmet International H & L Manufacturing Harder & Warner Nursery Inc Hastings City Bank (Cal Branch) Jon Merchant Builder Ltd Little Lambs Co-op Pre-School MI Jack Middle Villa Inn Mika, Myers, Becket & Jones Nighthawk Restaurant & Bar Old Kent Bank Old Style Mobile Home Service Overholt & Associates Donald H Passenger Attorney Pastoor’s Family Market Phil's Pizzeria R. Weaver Construction Inc Rainbow's End Rapid Towing Service Co Rollins Truck Leasing Sam's Joint Schenk, Boncher & Prasher Seif & Sons Chevrolet Inc Sinke's Service State Bank Of Caledonia Stauffer & Wiggers Insurance Co Steams Drilling Steenwyk & Sons Excavating Steketee Turf Surface Sunsations Swamp Fox Restaurant & Lounge Tax Management And More The Campbell Agency Inc Thomas Electric & Electronics Thompson's Gun Shop Inc Dr Robin Vaughan DDS Village of Caledonia Wamar Products Western Auto Mike Willyard This will be an informa­ tional meeting in which Allen will share what direction education will be taking and how Thornapple-Kellogg schools will meet the needs of students. All arc invited, not just elementary parents but any parent in the system, to come and ask questions and receive answers. The PET is confirming future speakers to help all become better parents. In the months to come there will be speakers on a variety of sub­ jects. including ADD/ADHD. underachievement in students, learning disabled children. Mega Skill training and gifted and talented. A schedule will be publish ed in the Sun and News once confirmation is made. PET is a non-profit organization of elementary parents and teachers who sup­ port children educationally. Join 600,000 Satisfied Homeowners! Jem more than 600 000 customers who insure then homes and moMe homes with us' With that many satisfed customers we hmjs! be doing somethnq right Ike provding Quality protection at low cost and claims service tliat s second to-none' J.L. Schwartz Insurance Agency "Our Policy is Service ' 497 Arlington St. (M-37) Middleville, Ml 49333 Call: 795-3302 or 891-8208 u4uto-(ht>nen Insurance L4B ►♦xrw Car �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml / September 27. 1994 I Page 7 TK PET fund-raiser adds new choices to spark buyer interest by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The Thornapple Kellogg Parents and Elementary Teachers group has kicked off their annual Frankenmuth fund-raiser with a little dif­ ferent look. Elementary students will be selling more than just candy, sausage and cheese this year. The sales flyers do include the old standbys, as well as an expanded wrapping paper sec­ tion. several choices of gifts, and an additional sales flyer offering plant bulbs. Organizers of the sale added the other type items in response to suggestions from last year Some of the gift items in­ clude ornaments, calendars, earrings, magnets, mugs, and a big coloring cloth. A variety of day lilies, daf­ fodils. and tulips are just a few of the spring flower bulbs available for sale. Students are encouraged to participate through a prize/book program. Each child who sells even one item receives a small gift A book can be chosen for each 10 items sold. The program with books as prizes was initiated last year and was quite successful, ac­ cording to PET members. Frankenmuth Fundraisers is working with Scholastic B<x>ks to provide books that are age appropriate. In addition, for each five items sold by youngsters, their names will be put into a drawing for a treasure chest. The treasure chests are full of fun things for kids. One chest will be awarded at each of the three Mid­ dleville elementary schools, McFall, West and Page. Profits from the sale, which School Lunch Menus Thornapple Kellogg School Lunch Menu Wednesday. Sept. 28 Turkey fajita on soft shell, baked beans, jellow with fruit. M.S. Salad Bar. Thursday. Sept. 29 Chili/crackers. whole wheat bread, veggie sticks, fresh fruit. Friday. Sept. 30 Pizza, green beans, or sweet potatoes, apple crisp. NOTE: Whole or lowfat milk offered each day. Alt. menu at El. Monday, hot dog; Tuesday, turkey on bun; Wednesday , salad bar; Thurs­ day, hamburger; Friday, fishwich. Variety of sandwiches and salads at High School and Middle Thornapple Kellogg Breakfast Menu Wednesday. Sept. 28 Breakfast pizza, apple juice, milk. Thursday. Sept. 29 Oatmeai/brown sugar, raisins, biscuit, milk. Friday. Sept. 30 Cherry coffee cake, juice, milk. Caledonia Community High Middle Schools Lunch Menu Wednesday. Sept. 28 Nacho supreme w'fixings. com. or fr. fries, fruit choice, milk. Thursday, Sept. 29 Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes w/gravy. or french fries, roll, fruit choice, milk. Friday, Sept. 30 Sub sandwich, green beans or french fries, fruit choice, milk. Caledonia Community Schools High/Middle Meal Deal Menu Wednesday. Sept. 28 BYO Sub Sandwich, french fries. Vita Pup. milk. Thursday, Sept. 29 Chinese Bar. egg roll. Vita Pup. milk. Friday. Sept. 30 Itza Pizza, french fries. Vite Pup. milk Potato bar Subscribe Today! Receive all the news for the Barry County area in the Hastings Banner. Cail. 945-9554 The Hastings Banner Barry County had a... The annual fundraiser sponsored by the Thornapple Kellogg Parents and Elementary Teachers group has the kids fired-up about selling and earning chances to win the treasurer chest. These West Elementary students (from left) Megan McGillicuddy, Matt Potter, Harry Rissley, and Megan Steffan display some of the items from inside as Principal Sharon Kalee (back center) looks on. totalled $18,490 last year, are used to pay for field trips, per forming arts, art talks, and CANCER On August 2nd voters surgically removed 4/5 of it. In November your vote could be the cure to rid the county of the last of that dreaded disease. 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In general, our plan is to increase the number of com­ puters available for student use, network the computers within buildings and between buildings, provide electronic access to resources which esist in the world outside of school, and con­ nect the sch<x>l to the home Our plan recognizes the need to in­ crease the availabiity of staff to train, service and maintain the plan. Q. How can I have input into the district technology plan? A. We have built our planning strategy for technology around the premise that the parents, teachers and students in the neighborhood schools best understand their technology needs. A district technology team oversees these decisions to ensure that the district plan supports these local needs If you would like to participate, please contact your neighborhood school. Q. With school funding reform reducing the funds which will be available to the school district, how will the school board fund the training and support necessary to make good use of the technology plan? A My answer would be that Caledonia and other schools will be forced to find the money in revenues we are eligible to receive. This could possibly include the state foundation grant, busincss-schtxil joint ventures for sharing computer resources (the West Michigan Learning Initiative, for instance), or even privately funded grants. If you have questions about these subjects, or have a concern you would like to see addressed in this column, please either call the Caledonia Community Schools administrative office at 891-8185 or write to Superintendent Douglas Busman at P.O. Box 128. Caledonia. Ml 49316 $ Credit Problems? Cash $ $ Problems? We can help. $ $ • Refinancing • Home Improvement $ $ • Debt Consolidation $ $ A-One Mortgage Corp. $ $ 310 44th St., S.W.. Wyoming, Ml 49548 $ $ 1-800-870-2663 $ Thourgh Oct. 7 — 4th and 5th graders have swimming! Schedules have been sent home. Suits and towels are provided. Sept. 28 — Elementary school pictures, wear colorful clothing. Sept. 30 — It’s jean and vacation tee shirt day at Page. Today is Homecoming at the High School. Oct. 3 — Orders for elementary fundraiser due today High school picture dav. Oct. 4 — First P E T. sponsored 'coffee.'’ Speaker: (Tur new curriculum coordinator, Mrs. Cheryl Alien. This will be held at the Page Library at 7:00 p.m Childcare provided Oct. 5 — First donut day at the Middle School 50 cents each (The first Wednesday of every month). Itxiking Ahead... Oct. 10 — School board meeting. 7:30 p.m. in the High School library . Oct. 11 — PET meeting at 9:30 a m., in McFall's all purpose room. Childcare provided. Oct. 17 — Orders in at the elementanes for the Frankenmuth fundraiser. If the orders are large, please pick them up in the afternoon. Oct. 19 — Middle School picture day. Teachable Moments... McFall — Mrs. Erb’s first graders will be "indulged " with Officers for the Thornapple Kellog High School Na­ watermelon activities using many disciplines to learn as much as they can (and have lots of fun doing it). They will weigh, tional Honor Society have been choosen. They are measure, estimate and count seeds; sing about w atermelons as (back) Chris DeBlaay, president: (center, from left) well as read and write about them. Last, but not least, we will Advisor Jackie Hoover; April Scharphorn, treasurer; be using our sense of taste to rate how good it is! Emily Nicholson, vice president: and (front) Mandy West — Mrs. Thaler’s 2nd graders have been working a lot Townsend, secretary. with reading and short vowel sounds. They have been reading, writing and painting around the theme of fish. “The Rainbow Fish” by Marcus Pfister was a story they especially enjoyed Looking at a fish scale under a microscope is interesting Page — Students in Mrs. Chausow’s room just made PSA’s (Public Service Announcements) to hang around Page Elemen­ tary by working in cooperative groups as well as individually What great use of advertising! “My group helped me in the project by complimenting me and giving me ideas. ” said Jenny. Jones. “Our ad was about telling people not to bring drugs to school so people can’t get hooked on it.” was Zack Schondelmayer’s remark. Miss Carlson and her 4th grade already planned include work­ students are observing the life cycle of butterflies in her by Margaret Fowler ing at Heritage Day, cleanup classroom. So far five Painted Ladies, one Monarch and one Sta/f Writer Black Swallow have passed through the lifecycle of egg, larvae This year’s officers in the in conjunction with the Adopt- (pupa), chrysalis and adult before their eyes! They will be Thornapple Kellogg High A-Highway in October and released before cool weather sets in. Mr. Davis’ class tixik ad School National Honor Socie­ April, providing Christmas vantage of the fall season. They collected leaves for identifica­ ty will be leading a group of treats to senior citizens, mak­ tion and also used them for an art project. Students in Mr. ing valentines for hospitalized 56 members. Hyde’s room wrote and decorated “Terse Verse” which is rid­ The officers are all seniors, children, serving meals to the dle poetry. with Chris DeBlaay as presi­ homeless in Grand Rapids, dent, Emily Nicholson as vice honoring TK teachers with a Quote of the Week president. Mandy Townsend breakfast on National Anger is just one letter short of danger. as secretary, and April Schar- Teachers' Day, and working at the Barry County Red phom as treasurer. Each NHS member must Cross blood drive. Members also provide participate in three service tutoring for middle school and projects for the year. high school students. Some of the projects TK National Honor Society officers announced — Phone 795-3345 for Sun & News Action-Ads! NOW OPEN J B HARRISON INSURANCE AGENCY, INC. T.K. Community Education ENRICHMENT CLASSES We know this community and look forward to serving your insurance needs. We represent both CITIZENS and HASTINGS MUTUAL insurance companies Visit or call our new office today! • EXPERIENCE • INTEGRITY J B HARRISON INSURANCE AGENCY, INC. Phone — 795-3397 STAINED GLASS You will team the copper foil method. Everybody will do a sun catcher on the first night (supplies pro­ vided!. 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Ml I September 27. 1994 / Page 9 Mortgage MATTERS Options abound to reduce down payment on home By Sue Teitsma Question: I’ve never owned a home before and I’m thinking about starting to look for one to purchase. I know I won’t have a problem making monthly payments, but I am concerned I don’t have enough saved for the down pay­ ment. I've been told that I will need as much as 20 percent for a down payment! Is this information correct? Do you have any suggestions that will help me put extra money away for a down payment? Answer: You may be pleasantly surprised and encourag­ ed to learn that there are many financing opportunities for low down-payment mortgages as well as first time home­ buyers that require much less than 20 percent down. One financing option that may be of particular interest to you is the Community Home Buyer’s program. This unique mortgage program offers opportunities for home buyers to finance a home with a low down payment and provides bor­ rower education in the form of classes or home study. The program provides valuable information on how to select and shop for a new home, how to set up and follow a budget, and how to maintain your home and the respon­ sibilities involved in home ownership. The program will take you through the mortgage process from start to finish, explaining mortgage and closing procedures and defining mortgage terms in a manner easily understood. Under this conventional fixed rate mortgae program you can buy a new home with as little as 5 percent down.’ For example, if you are interested in buying a home for $60,000, your down payment could be as low as $3,000. In some cases, it is possible for you to pay as little as 3 percent down on your home from your own funds. The remaining 2 percent could come from either a gift from a family member or relative, or even a grant or unsecured lown from a non-profit organization, public agency or church. Closing costs also may be in the form of a gift or even financed by your mortgage lender or in some cases, paid by the seller of the property you intend to purchase. Keep in mind that this program does have household in­ come limits, so check with your local mortgae lender for details. If you still need help accumulating the minimum down payment to obtain a low down payment mortgage, the bor­ rower education segment of the program tht puts its focus on budgeting will be of particular interest and will show you how to save those extra dollars you may need for a down payment. For many buyers, the hardest part of affor­ ding a home is saving enough money to make a down pay­ ment. Following a budget allows you to control your finances and will help you look at your overall financial situation. The Federal Housing Administration and the Veterans Administration also provide housing programs requiring less than a 20 percent down payment. With FHA, as little as 3 percent may be required as a down payment to buy a home. If you or your spouse is a veteran you may qualify for a 0 percent down payment mortgage through the VA. Each of these programs have various requirements on mor­ tgage limits and qualifications, so check with a qualified mortgage lender to obtain specific information on your ability to qualify for these programs. The Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) is another source of affordable housing financ­ ing options. The MSHDA issues tax exempt bonds to raise funds to purchase mortgages at low interest rates. These programs offer not only low down payment options, but also below market interest rates. The MSHDA programs are offered throughout the state through approved local mortgage lenders. When inquiring about financing make sure you look into the financing options available through the Michigan State Housing Development Authority. In all of these new mortgage programs now available, a great deal of effort has gone into making the qualification process easier. Many of the old concepts of financing homes, like the need for a 20 percent down payment, have changed. Many lenders are working hard to provide oppor­ tunities to individuals who previously were unable to pur­ chase a home. There are a great many advantages of owning a home. When you purchase a home you can afford, the rewards and The following merchants donated services and/or merchandise for the First Annual Raffle Fundraiser. The Caledonia Ahtletic Boosters would appreciate your patronage of the following businesses whenever possible. Dome World Pfeiffer Lincoln Mercury Middle Villa Sunsations Sheldon Cleaners Highland Chrysler Byron Center Hotel Geneses Hair Caledonia Rent-All Disselkoens BASF Wisla Shop Scots-N-Stuff Family Tavern/B&B Cascade Roadhouse Grand Car Wash WRITE US A LETTER! The Sun and News welcomes and encourages let­ ters to the editor as a means of expressing an opi­ nion or a point of view on subjects of current general interest. The following guidelines have been established to help you: • Make your letter brief and to the point. • Letters should be written in good taste • Letters that are libelous or defamatory should not be submitted. • Writers must include their signature, address and phone number. The writer’s name WILL BE PUBLISHED. • The Sun and News reserves the right to reject, edit or make any changes such as spelling and punctuation. • Send letters to: Letters to the Editor The Sun and News P.O. Box B Hastings. Ml 49058 Phone 795-3345 ...for Sun & News ACTION ADS! satisfaction can be great. Remember, when you make your house payment every month you're building equity in a home that you own. Equity is the difference between the fair market value of your property and the amount still own­ ed on your mortgage. And. of course, the longer you own and maintain proper­ ty. the more equity you will have. And. unlike many things you may purchase, your home can increase in value as time passes! Another advantage to home-ownership is the fact that the mortgage interest and real estate taxes are tax deductible. In the early years of your mortgage the bulk of your monthly mortgage payments will be interest. This allows you to sub­ tract a substantial part of your of your housing-related ex­ penses from your taxable income, which could reduce the amount of federal taxes you pay. Contact your local mortgage lender and inquire about the new and exciting programs available to help you achieve the dream of home ownership. A qualified real estate agent also will be invaluable in helping you look for and select the perfect home for your individual needs. Sue Teitsma of Caledonia is a senior limn officer at Heartwell Mortgage Corporation, a Grand Rapids based mortgage banking corporation. For information call (616) 942-9722 or 1-800-986-9722. Sportsman Club Sam’s Joint D&W Pagano's Jade Garden Gordon Foods Janose’s Pet Resort Brann’s/Leonard Cherry Valley Cafe Caledonia Standard Catherine Place Cascade Car Wash Libation Station Far East Restaurant Boomtown Comedy Den Bill Norris - Pistol Case Dixie Barnaby - Watch A Cut Above Caledonia Elevator Sandi’s Dinner Caledonia Hardware Dutton Floral Caledonia State Bank Photo Sports Action American RV Briarwood Golf Harder & Warner Nursery Broadmoor Golf Victorian Gallery Winter’s Inn T&T Pool The New Design Special thanks to the following: Caledonia Printing Carpenter Paper/Caledonia State Bank Insurance Data Services Paperpointe Many thanks to the workers at the raffle. Success would not have been achieved for the support of Caledonia Sports without their assistance. Jeannie Glowicki Tonya Porter Bob Myers Bill/Nancy Norris Lou/Diane Cizauskas Dave/Arlene Allen Chuck Clark Bob Bogert Neil Vandervelde Jim/Lynn Gless Ralp/Sharon Shefferly Phil/Herma Soper Gary/Gale Bloemers June/Denny Thompson Ron/Mary Pyper Jim/Karen Maxim Terry/Terri DeVries �Page 10 / The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml I September 27, 1994 CHS 1994 Homecoming was ‘Almost Paradise’ by Barbara Gall Staff Writer C^edonia High School's 1994 Homecoming fell just short of * ‘ Paradise, ’ ’ despite a Spirit Week crammed with events. Students donned ties, shorts, night shirts or school colors for dress-up days, built “the best-ever" parade floats and finally nearly deafened each other with cheers at the Friday afternoon pep session. Even the weather was heavenly, smiling on Wednes­ day's exciting Powder Puff contest, the bonfire. Friday night's football game and the coronation of Dave Uyl and Julie Tuinstra as this year's Homecoming royalty'. The seniors won this year’s Spirit Award, after chalking up victories in the hp sync contest, the volleyball tourna­ ment and Powder Puff and then winning all the points in the float-building contest. But the football team missed out on “paradise." losing Fri­ day to state-ranked South Christian. That blow was softened Saturday evening with the Homecoming dance, which provided the traditional hap­ py ending to this year's Homecoming week. The seniors demonstrate their cheering power during the traditional class cheer competition at the pep assembly. Junior Alisha Adrianse slips through the senior defense for extra yards during the traditional Powder Puff football game between the junior and senior girls. The seniors won, 28-22. Call the Sun and News today to place your classified ads senior Powder Puff cheerleaders make their entrance in their rebuilt purple 'limo,' decorated especially for Homecoming. Getting Ready for Fail! Join us at Juliette’s for... \ zcr'ii* a Client Appreciation” ah > Products C Wearing everything from fuzzy slippers to night shirts, students joined in the spirit of Come As You Wake Up Day.’ From the left are Kim Crisman,, Kim Tate, Amy Perkins, Jeff Born and Melissa Berends. Now thru October. New Looks — New Colors — New Styles For Fall — Start Here! ^matrix HAIRSKINCOSMETICS YOUR IDEA OF A GREAT CUT IS OURS, TOO. So if you wont your how trimmed just one inch, we won t stretch it to three And if you wont the latest trend, we II create just what you asked far We even have the perfect way Io keep your how heohhy-looking shiny and manageable - Sy steme Btologe* shampoos. cond»- Senior football players Adam Paarlberg, Chad Paolman, Dan Simmons and Dave Uyl perform their competitive rendition of I'm A Little Teapot' during the pep assembly games. Members of the golf team won the contest, however, with an improvised rap version of the song. Spirit Week this year featured an intra-class volleyball tournament. Senior Dave Uyl, left, and sophomore Aaron Buer leap for the ball during Fri­ day's championship game. honers and styling products hom MATRIX* ESSENTIALS It s the natural how core system Cal us today Until the world rs a sofar place far your haw, there s B»oiage * Let our consultants take the time to help you Find your new look! lullette S Hair Studio J in Eastbrook Mall - Grand Rapids OPEN: Mon.-Sat. 10-9; Sun 12-5 WALK-INS WELCOME Gift Certificates Available^ 285-3270 Former Superintendent of Schools Robert Myers and his wife, Candace were honored as this year's Homecoming Grand Marshals. Mrs. Gess shows students how the ‘Bunny Hop' real­ ly was done as she leads the line during the Friday pep assembly. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / September 27, 1994 / Page 11 Members of the 1994 Homecoming Queen's Court were Jenny Millard (left). Heather VanEnk and Julie Tuinstra. Jason Crisman and Todd Long of this year's Homecoming King's Court pose just before the parade begins. Court member Dave Uyl was unavailable for this picture. Come As You Wake Up Day' found Mrs. Gess com­ ing to class in curlers and a coordinating Texas motif. The seniors' winning float depicted the theme Almost Paradise' as a Las Vegas-style casino with the Scots ringing up 'win-win-win' on the slot machine. Some Old — Some New and Hands On Too! Returning to crown the new royalty were last year's Homecoming king and queen, Todd Hoek and Jennie Young. Pumpkin World ’94 will open...SATURDAY, OCT. 1st Opens Sat., Oct. 1st thru Sun., Oct. 30‘ Cost ONLY: 75‘ PER PERSON Junior representatives this year were Jeff Born and Anne Whisner. — Call tor — CLASSIFIEDS Place Yocr Advertising Message Here. • 795-3345 • Rales: 5 words lor ‘175 then 10* per word. H you pay m advance, you save 50' billing charge Deadline is Friday at 4:00 pjn Representing the sophomores on the Homecoming Court were Tim Soper and Jenny VanDyke. 4 Stop and see — your choice is clear. Chosen as the freshmen representatives for the Homecoming Court were Todd Bloemers ond Sam Chory an. Special Events Every Saturday Oct. 1 - Puppies from Barry Co. Animal Shelter Story Lady at 2-3-4 p.m. - Ethel Gibson Oct. 8 - “Coco the Parrott” - Melissa Fowler “SnowBall” the Pigmy Goat - Nick Otto Story Teller at 2-3-4 - Delores Dipp Oct. 15 - “Baby” the Calf - Joe Wenger Story Teller at 11-12 - Margaret Christensen AND Story Teller at 2-3-4 - Delores Dipp Oct. 22 - Llamas from Slocums Story Teller at 11-12 a.m. - Margaret Christensen AND Story Teller 2-3-4 - Jennifer Ivinskas Oct. 29 - Barry County 4-H K-9 Klub & JoBeth Bridleman Story Teller at 2-3-4 Jennifer Ivinskas • Apples • Squash • Indian Corn • Painted Mini Pumpkins • Mini Pumpkins S&S Farm Market and Greenhouse Richard J Choryan, O.D. 7350 S. Middleville Rd. (M-37) DOCTOR OF OPTOMETRY 133 E Man St, Caeooma, Ml OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Mon.-Sat. 9 to 6; Sun. 12 to 5 891-9224 Phone 795-9758 �Page 12 I The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml / September 27. 1994 Caledonia Legion Aux. tradition of service since 1922 bv Barbara Gail Staff Writer The 'Caledonia American Legion Auxiliary of Post 305 has served both the Legion and the community for at least three generations. While they are a familiar sight in every Caledonia parade, the auxiliary ladies do more than just carry flags on patriotic holidays. They boast a proud history of community service dating back more than 70 years. Issued its first charter in 1922 under the name of the Arthur C. Finkbeiner Post No. 305, the Caledonia Aux­ iliary has grown from just a handful of ladies to about 100 members, including several three-generation auxiliary families. Now chartered under the name of Caledonia Memorial Post 305, the group prides itself on providing help to its members, to veterans and to the community, said Historian Barbara Scott, herself a 45-year member. Auxiliary members are wives, daughters or sisters of a man or woman who has served in the U.S. Armed Forces. There is no age re­ quirement. though those under 18 are junior members. “Years ago. we raised money to help the Legion or to purchase items for the Legion Hall.” said Scott. “Now we are involved in BARRYCOUNTYVOTERS elect A Proven Leader and Problem solver * * BOB EDWARDS, Rutland Charter Township Supervisor. A proven leader and problem-solver. A leader who will listen and has the knowledge and experience. Remember When!: PROBLEM: Barry County needed to relocate the Fairgrounds!! We needed a leader to solve it. SOLUTION: We turned to Bob for leadership. He listened to our problem. We have a new location for our Fair! Bob and the township board were there for us. PROBLEM: The businessmen of Rutland Charter Township needed municipal sewer. The cost was too high for them to do it individually. SOLUTION: Bob offered his leadership & Township Board to help. The problem was solved economically. The first Township-City contract for Sewer Services was signed. PROBLEM: DNR is trying to make Barry County a regional dumping ground for most of West Michigan. SOLUTION: Bob Edwards says NO!! Let’s elect Bob our State Representative and send him to Lansing to fight this for us. BOB EDWARDS has been there for ns many times. Let's be there for Bob on MOV. 8 and elect a proven leader who will fight for the people! — ELECT — REPRESENTATIVE 87th DISTRICT DEMOCRAT Paid for by Edwards for State Representative 3793 Gun Lake Road. Hastings. Ml 49056 Treasurer Richard Thomas * many more activities We volunteer at the Grand Rapids Veterans facility. for instance, where we provide Christmas gifts for the patients to send to their families, and help pro­ vide some recreation with bingo." Scott said that the unit used to hold a “Strawberry Short­ cake Day for the veterans at the hospital, who would be transported to Caledonia for fresh strawberry shortcake and “ Alice Hale s famous homemade biscuits. " The vets then would enjoy an afternoon of bingo before returning to the hospital Unfortunately, as years passed, transportation became more difficult to arrange, and liability problems brought that tradition to an end. Legion and auxiliary members now travel to the hospital to visit the veterans and provide the afternoon of bingo. A tradition the auxiliary has revived is the annual family Christmas party for Legion and auxiliary members. Santa once again visits the hall dur­ ing an afternoon of food and games for the children "Alice Hale made the first Santa suit in 1958 for $23.89, and we used to rent it out to help defray expenses."Scott recalled The Christmas party and some other activities are being revived by auxiliary members, who Scon said once were known as the group’s “diaper bag babies “ Back in the 1950s. it was customary to provide first­ time auxiliary moms with a diaper bag for their new in­ fants. many of whom now are members of the auxiliary and Sons of the American Legion (SALs). A service the auxiliary was ready to provide, but happily was never needed, was the "Ground Observers" of the 1950s. Auxiliary members were trained to spot, observe, identify and report aircraft in the case of an enemy attack. The observation post, said Scon, was a small room known as the “plant room” atop the present Community Education building. “Fortunately the enemy at­ tack never happened, but we stood ready,” she reported. Also just a memory are the 1950s "Feather Parties,” which lasted until it became difficult to draw enough peo­ ple to to sell tickets for hams and turkeys. "Many will remember Dobber Wenger and Scottie (her husband. Russ Scott) spinning the ‘Wheel of For­ tune’ while the auxiliary members sold the tickets.” Scon said. Community dinners, however, have remained suc­ cessful fund-raisers, and a fun way for people to get together. Scon said. In the ’50s. the ladies used to serve Business Men’s sup­ pers each month, with swiss steak especially popular. The Legion and auxiliary today still hold steak dinners and fish frys to raise money, both for their own treasuries and to benefit other communi­ ty groups They hold a steak dinner, for instance, to benefit the an­ nual high school post­ graduation party This year. Povt 305 was host for the memorial banquet for the Fifth Legion District, "a real honor." Scon said. Thursday night bingo pro­ ceeds also go toward funding community or veterans’ requests Caledonia Auxiliary members carry their banner as they join the Legion in leading Caledonia parades. The auxiliary also support a nursing scholarship, donate to the CHS Teen Institute, ha helped purchase bant uniforms and. of course, par ticipates in all the Caledonii holiday festivities a Christmas, the Fourth of July and Memorial Day. "For nearly 20 years, we have sponsored a poster con­ test at the high school and middle school in conjunction with our annual Poppy Days sale." Scott said. Local winners earn a small cash prize and the opportunity to compete at the district, regional and even a national level. The auxiliary provides lun­ ches for funerals, serves at receptions and anniversaries, sends flowers to members who are ill and offers comfort in times of grief. Auxiliary membership does cut across the generations. “My dad was a faithful Legion member who first signed me up,” said Lori Trutsch, whose mother, Gerry Neil, is an auxiliary member and whose brothers are members of SALS. “I kept my membership first out of loyalty to my dad. But now I know a lot of Viet Nam veterans, and the Legion and the auxiliary works to help veterans and their families.” Trutsch said that in the last five years the auxiliary has tried to become more visible in the Caledonia community. “For instance, now we carry our banner in the parades, and hand out the Three families now can claim three generations of membership in the Caledonia Legion Auxiliary. On the left, from the top, are Lori Trutsch, her mom, Gerry Neil, and Lori's daughter Amanda. In the mid­ dle are Michele Zigler (top), her mother, Betty Jandernoa, and Michele's daughter Heather. On the right are Shelly Langkamp (top), her mother, Barbara Scott, and Shelly's daughter Lacey. “Run Caledonia” and the “Ronald McDonald Run” would like to thank the following businesses for their generous contributions. W-Light 95.7 McDonald's of Caledonia Seif Chevrolet, Inc. R. Weaver Construction, Inc. Caledonia Printing & Shipping Caledonia Standard Amoco Stifel, Nicolaus & Company, Inc. �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I September 27, 1994 / Page 13 Capitol Commentary By Sen. Dick Posthumus Proposal C controversial This article is the fourth m a five-part series Our topic this week is Proposal C - probably the most com­ plex and controversial of the four ballot proposals facing voters this November Keeping this in mind. I will do my best to make sense of it for you. In its simplest terms, you will be voting on whether or not to allow a law passed by the Legislature and signed by Governor Engler to take effect The legislation provided motorists more choice and more af­ fordable no-fault automobile insurance by reforming the cur­ rent system. It would have already become law, but groups op­ posed to it succeeded in collecting the necessary petition signatures to put it on hold and force the issue onto the ballot To best explain the ballot proposal. I’d like to sun with a look back to the days before no-fault insurance. At that time. Michigan averaged roughly 60,000 lawsuits a year over automobile accidents. Insurance payments were delayed for months, even years, while the courts tried to find who was at fault No-fault was established in 1973 to ensure quick compensa­ tion for losses and injuries without having to undergo expen­ sive and lengthy court action to decide who was at fault. Motorists involved in accidents or injuries would turn to their own policies for benefits and sue only in extraordinary cir­ cumstances. The new system worked well for some time, but problems eventually surfaced. In 1986, the Michigan Supreme Court made a decision tht made it much easier for drivers to file suit against other drivers — boosting the number of lawsuits. In that case, DiFranco vs. Pickard, the Supreme Court ruled that the question of serious impairment of bexiily function is a question for a jury, entitling every claim a full trial. Before this case, judges made these decisions. Michigan's mandate that all drivers have to purchase unlimited medical coverage has also driven up the cost of in­ surance. We are the only state with tht requirement, and most states have rolled back minimums to $250,000, while some do not have any medical coverage requirements at all. Historical ly, more than 90 percent of all past medical claims associated with car accidents have fallen below $250,000. To confront these and other problems, the Legislature passed several bills making change to the no-fault law. If Michigan voters approve Propsal C, these changes will become law. Basically, the new law would: • Change the amount drivers are required to purchase for medical coverage from unlimited to at least $1.1 million and up to $5.1 million. Insurers could offer more than that if they chose to; • Require insurers to cut rates by an average of at least 16 NOPH • TOWING & i RECOVERY (616)795-2200 24 Hour Emergency Dispatch Most major motor clubs accepted. • Unlock • Jump Start • Motorcycle • Flatbed • 4 Wheel Drive • Emergency Tire Repair Saeaus I 507 Arlington (M-37) aOk; i Middleville, Ml 49333 "We re Pulling For You" New Shipment Of... DEER HUNTING SUPPLIES Deer Brick, Deer Lick, Clover, Sweet Deer Corn, Deer Block, Deer Mineral Deer Calls, Salt Block and More percent on the overall policy, or an average of 32 percent on the collision and comprehensive portions of the premium. This reduction would apply to drivers choosing the $1.1 million in medical benefits; • Prohibit drunken drivers and drivers more than 50 percent at fault for an accident from suing an ‘ pain and suffering” awards; • Require insurers to provide discounts for safety equip­ ment. such as anti-lock brakes, side-wall protection, shock­ absorbing bumpers and airbags. Discounts would also be pro­ vided for the use of theft protection and recovery devices; and • Allow insurers to set up continguous territities of at least 60.000 registered vehicles, or about 100.000 people. Ter­ ritorial rates would be based on the loss risk without those areas. Ths is aimed to end the current trend of low-risk areas subsidizing high-risk areas. Opponents of Proposal C argue tht since the rate cut is re­ quired to be in place for six months, insurers will raise rates to previous levels soon after the six-month period is over However. I would argue that by making the cost of offering in­ surance more affordable — as Proposal C would do — there would be no reason for such a rate hike. You will have to decide whether you favor the current system or like the proposed changes. I urge you to study the issue before making a decision. Once again, here is the language that will appear on the ballot: PROPOSAL C: A REFERENDUM ON PUBLIC ACT 143 OF 1993 - AN AMENDMENT TO MICHIGAN’S AUTO INSURANCE LAWS Public Act 143 of 1993 would 1) Reduce auto insurances by 16 percent (average) for six months for policyholders reducing personal injury (medical) insurance to $1 million. Extra coverage made available at added cost, 2) Permit the insurance comissioner to waive company’s obligation to reduce rates if statutory formula would be in excess of the 1989-1992 state average, 3) Place limits on personal injury benefits. 4) Limit fee paid to health care providers; 5) Limit right to sue by sell­ ing higher standards for the recovery of damages for ‘pain and suffering’ and prevent uninsured drivers and drivers over 50 percent at fault from collecting damages, and 6) Allow rate reductions for accident-free driving with the same insurer." As 1 staned before, this is a complicated and complex issue. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to call me at (517) 373-0797 or write me at P.O. Box 30036. Lansing, MI 48909-7536. Next week. I will detail Proposal P, which aims to provide a stable funding source for our state’s parks. Caledonia auxiliary members hand out flogs to youngsters who come to watch the community's Memorial Day and Fourth of July parades. flags to the children." she explained. "But I guess the main reason I like the organization is that it’s a non-profit group that helps many people...our contributions to Teen Institute and to the nursing scholar­ ship, for instance. “I think there is the idea that the Legion and the aux­ iliary are just for older people, but right now. there are many younger people who belong, either as daughters and sons, or because they fought in Viet Nam or the Persian Gulf. "For me. there's also a special family loyalty there, though. I know how much it meant to my dad." Gun Lake Area Toastmasters to be Trekkers at chamber dinner J-Ad Graphics News Service Attention Trekkies’ Something is wrong in the 24th century. The "Orb of Knowledge" is missing, and must be found. The Gun Lake Area Toastmasters will provide clues to the mystery and how to recover the priceless object on Oct. 6 at Bay Pointe Restaurant. Proceedings will commence at 6 p.in. in the banquet room at the restaurant, and audience participation will be strongly encouraged. During the monthly dinner meeting of the Gun Lake Chamber of Commerce, the Toastmasters will be dressed as characters from "Star Trek-The Next Generation" and will mingle with the guests answering questions. Each will have a legitimate clue to give, as well as "tales" about their fellow Star Trekkers. Of course, they will try to place the blame on each other. In any case, each character will have interesting facts about their shipmales and at least one clue that will directly point to the guilty party. Instead of being served as usual, the diners will be buffet style md when guests return to their tables they will have a Star Trek character from the U.S.S. Enterprise seated at their gifts. 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Ml / September 27. 1994 Thornapple planners OK Two-year extension of mining local auto repair ordinance permit to be discussed bv Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The Thomapple Township Planning Commission has ap­ proved an ordinance dealing with auto repair shops located in agricultural and agricultural-residential zones. Up until this time, auto repair shops were only allow­ ed in an area zoned commercial. According to Jack Spencer, planning chairman, the need for this additional ordinance was sparked by small auto repair shops located on the residents’ property. "Auto repair doesn't really fit in the home business category,’ ’ Spencer explained. The commission held a public hearing prior to ap­ proval of the ordinance Several members of the community who are already in the auto repair business were invited to attend the hearing and give their ideas. Setting up an auto repair shop would not be an automatic right for a lan­ downer in the A and A-R districts A special use permit must first be obtained through the Planning Commission, ac­ cording to Spencer. That permit can be revoked at any time if the operation is non-conforming. The permits also will be reviewed annually. Those requesting a permit will do so by contacting the township zoning ad­ ministrator. Don Boysen. The permits also will be limited to individuals who will be operating the business on the property where they live and only in a building that is already in existance at the passage of the ordinance. Spencer said permits would not be considered except in these cases. Only one non-resident worker may be employed. Other conditions are that the auto repair and maintenance must be within a closed building; no more than six vehicles can be stored outside; a small sign is allowed; business hours must be bet­ ween 7 a m. and 7 p.m. Mon­ day through Friday, and 7 a.m. to noon on Saturday; there shouldn't be any equip­ ment that creates excessive noise, vibration or in­ terference with neighbors; outside storage of miscellaneous equipment must be less than *4 ton; and all fluids must be properly disposed of. The Planning Commission has been working on this par­ ticular ordinance for about two years in continuous con­ sultation with township attorneys. However, the the Thomap­ ple Township Board must give final approval on the new or­ dinance before it will take effect. The commission also held a public hearing for special use permit request made by Dar­ win Bergakker to operate a contractor yard on the east Dykstra’s Preferred Poured Walls, Inc. I Poured basement walls Flatwork , Farm work 1 ROB DYKSTRA, Owner 10698 Finkbeiner Rd., Middleville 795-7674 side of Cherry Valley. Begakker. who owns Old Style Mobile Home Service, would use the location to store equipment used in his business along with the parts used in the setup and transpor­ ting of the mobile homes. Begakker also will need a variance that would be granted by the Zoning Board of Appeals because the building is too close to one of the side lot lines. The Planning Commission decided to table the matter un­ til the next meeting at 7.30 p.m. Monday. Oct. 17, because of insufficient information. Spencer noted that the com­ mission is one member short since the recent resignation of Cornelius Moelling. And Richard Thompson will be leaving in November at the end of his appointment, creating a second opening. Any adult living in Thor­ napple Township including the village of Middleville can serve on the commission, ac­ cording to Spencer. Volunteers interested in get­ ting involved in township government should call Don Boysen at the township hall at 795-7202 or stop in. Phone 795-3345 for Sun & News ActionAds! Energy Care" POUR-IN BLOW-IN Do-it-yourself and save Blowing Machines Available Caledonia Lumber 115 Kiasey St., CaiedoaU • 891-8143 bv Barbara Gail Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Planning Commission will seek public comment Mon­ day. Oct. 3, on a request to extend for two years a special land use permit allowing sand removal at the Fitzsimmons sand pit on Alaska Avenue. The original permit will ex­ pire in December The township had granted Jack Fitzsimmons, owner of the propertv. a special use permit to allow reclamation of the old pit so it could be developed for residential housing. That permit, granted in December 1992. was good for two years, which Mike Slachter of K-S Bulldozing said would be ample time to regrade the former pit area in­ to useable terrain. The 1992 agreement stipulated that the purpose of re-opening the pit was to rehabilitate the old sand mine and not to undertake a com­ mercial sand mining opera­ tion. Some sand would be removed to allow the regrading and to pay for ex­ penses. Township ordinance allows the removal of up to 10.000 cubic yards of sand without a planned mineral removal (PMR) permit. However. Slachter and Fitzsimmons returned to the Planning Commission in August to request a two-year extension of the special use permit, stating that the reclamation could not be com­ pleted by December 1994 The Planning Commission visited the pit Monday. Sept. 19. before its regular meeting, to see for itself just how much work remained in the reclamation. "We found the pit to be very substantially in com­ pliance at the time of the walk-through.’' said Township Planner Mark VanderPloeg. The commission, however, decided it wanted to hear from neighboring landowners before making a decision on extending the special land use. "The commissioners have their own opinions, but they want to know how the neighbors feel." VanderPloeg said. He emphasized that if ex­ tended. the provisions of the permit will remain unchanged except that it will now expire in December of 1996 instead of this year Letters will be sent to all propertv owners within 300 feet of the parcel in question, he said. He added that after hearing from the public, the commis­ sion might want some time to deliberate on the extension and on the terms of any fur­ ther sand removal at the site. The permit is on file at the Caledonia Township Office. 250 Maple St. The public hearing will begin at 7:30 p.m. Anyone with questions can reach VanderPloeg at 891-0070 during township of­ fice hours. Michigan craters evidence of ancient meteorite strikes Two enormous craters, blasted out millions of years ago by meteorites from space, recently were found beneath southern Michigan, according to University of Michigan astronomer Richard Teske. The larger of the two craters was discovered in 1990 by four scientists from the Geological Survey of Canada,” Teske said. While studying magnetic and gravity maps of the area, the scientists discovered the crater more than a mile underneath the bed of Lake Huron—just north of Port Huron. "While divers visiting the lake bottom will see no sign of its presence, its 30-mile size and 500-million-year age make it one of Earth’s largest and oldest impact scars,” Teske said. The second Michigan crater was found in Cass County in 1987 by Randall Milstein of the Michigan Geological Survey. He was examining in­ formation from about 100 test wells drilled in the area. “This crater lies just south of a small village named Calvin Center, and is buried about 100 to 400 feet beneath the surface. Now covered with farms and forests, it is five miles across and 440 million years old. and was excavatd by an object about the size of a football stadium,” Teske said. About 140 meteorite craters are known worldwide accor­ ding to Teske. "They were blasted out by projectiles the size of a house and larger that arrived here from the asteroid belt between the planets Mars and Jupiter.” be said. "These objects are almost always stony or rock-like. Usually it takes an expert to distinguish one from ordinary rocks found on Earth ” Once a crater is formed, it gets obliterated quickly by erosion and sedimentation. Teske explained So scientists only know the most "recent history of cratenng on our planet, less than a half-billion years into the past. - "Finding these buried Michigan craters has helped to teach two exciting lessons First, recent technical larger than a man's head, these objects are reduced to fist size by the time they final­ ly reach the ground. Smaller ones never make it at all. "Although one fist-sized object falls to Earth somewhere every two hours or so. chances of getting bop­ ped by anything are very small.” Teske said. “Only one person--Mrs. Annie Hodges of Sylacauga, Ala. is on record as being hit by a stone from the sky. Mrs. Hodges was napping on her living room couch in November 1954, when an eight-pound stony meteorite crashed through her roof and then through the bedroom floor beneath—finally bounc­ ing off a radio before badly bruising her arm and leg.” Almost every year close calls are reported as small meteorites drop within a few feet of people, according to Teske. developments of the kind used by the discoverers make it possible to recognize the presence of buried craters. Se­ cond. study of the buried craters can let us look further back into the past record of how the Earth has been hit by large pieces of space debris, ” Teske said. Only large chunks of rocky material survive the plunge through our atmosphere to reach the ground, according to Teske. “It’s good news for us that the bigger they are, the fewer there are in space; giant im­ pacts are rare.” Penetrating Earth’s at­ mosphere at speeds exceeding seven miles per second, the projectiles are strongly heated by friction with air molecules. Their outer surfaces melt and the resulting white-hot stone droplets are stripped away by the fast wind generated by their high speeds. 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Katie Sobczak finished first with a time of 19:15, followed by Shannon Houseman with a time of 19:22, Barb Warner with a 19:23, Sarah parbel at 19:34 and Keri Bloem al 19:41. Audrea Warner finished at 19:51 and Sarah Flegel was seventh at 20:16 to round out the top seven. Also running for the team was Beth Parbel (20:25), Wendy Faber (21:26), Jill Leatherman (21:54), Heather Dodge (22:44). Andrea Shomler (23:03), Jenny Sprague (23:04), Kim King (23:07), Katie Benham (23:43). Kara Palma (25:13), Sarah DeGroot (25:41), Stephanie Worman (26:01), Greta Klein (28:47) and Laura Furst (30:43). Coach Dave Hodgkinson said the team slower runners are bringing their times closer to the faster runners and the team is where it wants to be at mid-way through the season. The team will host Forest Hills Northern tomorrow (Sept. 28) and run in the Carson City Invitational, Saturday. Scots boys win Battle of Undefeateds South Christian’s boys cross country team was unde­ feated. So was Caledonia’s. South Christian's team was 7-0 overall. So was Caledonia's. South Christian's team stood atop the OK Gold with a 3-0 league record. So did Caledonia. Caledonia now stand alone. Caledonia's boy's cross country team registered a 2134 with Ben Thompson and Dave VandenBerg finishing 1-2 with times of 16:54 and 17:11 respectively. "It was a fantastic team ef­ fort," said coach John Soderman. ’’Thompson fin­ ished in the 16 minutes which is the first time he's done that and seven of the eight runners had career-low times." Dave friedrich finished fifth with a time of 18:01, Rob Lillie finished in sixth at 18:10 and Todd Striplin fin­ ished seventh at 18:15. Trojan J.V. soccer tops Calvin Christian The Middleville junior var­ sity soccer team defeated Calvin Christian Sept. 14. 6-1. Only three minutes had gone by when freshman Jason Klinge scored the teams first goal Dean Laansman had the assist One minute later Scott Evans upped the score to 2-0, with Brian Bcrgakker getting the assist. Calvin came back and scored midway through the first half. Middleville then scored again when Tom Piccione drove one into the net. With only two minutes left in the half, Klinge scored again to put T.K. up 4-1. The Trojans continued to dominate in the second half when Klinge scored a hat trick, his third goal. Piccione then got his second score of the match, at the 20 minute mark Nathan Deboer had the assist. The winning keepers were Chris Niles and Lucas Holwerda who replaced Niles when he was injured in the first half. The team is now 5-0-1 overall and will host Forest Hills Northern today (Supt. 27) and South Christian Thursday. Scots athletic boosters hit track for $$$ The Caledonia Fighting Scots Athletic Boosters second annual, one hour run or walk will be held Saturday, Oct. 1 at 11 a.m., with sign up from 10:30 to 11 a.m., and on Saturday Oct. 8 at 5 p.m., with sign up from 4:30 to 5 p.m. This year, the team or group with the highest representation will receive one-third of the total money raised, according to event officials. The money can go for equipment, training, warm up, etc. Sponsor sheets are available at the high school athletic office, the concession stands or by calling Cindi at 698-0332. The Athletic Boosters not only raise money for athletic events like footnball and basketball, the group helps the dance team, teen institute, the senior party and various other school related activities. Middleville bowlers qualify for TV The bowling team of (from left)’ Jason Wilkins, Ryan Castelein. Bobby Goto. Andy Brant and Carrie Mugridge, have qualified at the Middle Villa Bowling Lanes in Middleville for the 1994 WWMT-TV 3 Team Challenge, the team, nicknamed ’The Screw Ups’ have a 735 average and will bowl in the mixed division. The teammembers have a rather illustrous history. Mugridge, Cole and Castelein team with TJ Secord, who also bowls at the Middle Villa, to take first in the YABA mixed B division. Mugridge and Castelein took sixth in pairs, Mugridge was 13th in the female division and Castelein was 22nd in the male division. The taping for the mixed team was Sept. 24 at Airway Lane in Grand Rapids. TK freshman stop Saginaw Nouvel TK Freshman stop Saginaw Nouvel Catholic Church, Sept. 15. Spencer Romph started the scoring with a 44-yard run. Cory Schutt scored the second touchdown of the game. Erik Reeder scored the third touchdown for TK on a 90-yard reverse. Nate Prange caught a pass from Brian Ploeg for the extra points and a 20-0 lead at the end of the first quarter. Saginaw scored on a 13-yard pass and added the final touchdown on a 52-yard extra points and Romph run with Tim Johnson scoring returned the second-half kick the extra point. The defense of Shawn off 72-yards for another score and Schut ran in the extra­ Hiesc, Erik Vernon, Brian Daniels. Richie Frazf. Tim point try. The first half ended with the Johnson, Erik Reeder. Joe Norman. Nick Galloup. Nate young Trojans ahead 18-8. In the second half TK mar­ Pranger, D.J Beckering and ched the ball 62 yards in seven Steve Wiersma played ex­ plays with Romph getting the tremely well, according to touchdown on a three-yard coaches, holding Saginaw to run and Schut adding the extra 66-yards rushing and 68-yards passing. points. 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"In all but two or three spots defensively we did great tonight." said Caledonia varsity football coach Ralph Shefferly of Friday night's loss to South Christian 54-14. "We had some mental breakdowns and let some deep passes get by us, but otherwise we were slugging it out." "But I have to give them (South Chistian) credit. They are the best team we’ve seen this year and I’m sure they’ll do very well in the Class B play offs. Dan Simmons had a change in jobs this week, being moved off the line and into the back field. He was the leading carrier for the Scots with 89 yards on six carries. Jason Pierce scored both touchdowns for the Scots and the two-point conversion, the first set up by Simmons' 68yard run and later on a oneyard run after a fumble recovery deep in South Christian territory. All of the Caledonia scoring came in the third period. The Sailors scored 14 in the first period and continued to a 34-0 halftime lead and TK grad is harrier at Indiana Wesleyan Sara Postema of Mid­ dleville is competing in cross country this fall at Indiana Wesleyan University, located in Marion. Ind Postema is a sophomore and is majoring in accounting and business administration She is a 1993 graduate of Thor­ napple Kellogg High School. Indiana Wesleyan Universi­ ty is a Christian liberal arts, coeducational university related to the Wesleyan Church and began serving students in 1920. Today the university prepares students for service and leadership roles in teacher education, health care, social work, business, industry, govern­ ment. Christian ministries and other areas. BACK TO SCHOOL SAVINGS AT 500 Arlington (M-37) Next to Crystal Flash, Middleville HMM h / * v waswa 40,000 Mile All Season RADIAL — OPEN Mon. thru Thurs. 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m.; Fri. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat. 8:30 a m. 2 p.m. Cooper Raised White Letter •A/S Radial 155/80R13 Uggss 165*80813 175/B0R13 1B5*B0R13 1BS7SR14 19575R14 20575R14 LT215/B5R16 Cooper (8 PLY) RADIAL A/5 SQOOO iLfe EACH Cooper DISCOVERER Radial LT SQA00 20S7SRIS LT265/75R16_________ 44 $71000 4j S/ICOO Z3S75R15 *40 FREE ‘TIRE ROTATIONS •FLAT REPAIRS ’VALVE STEMS •MOUNTING 21575R15 P2S75R15 WITH ALL MEW TIRESIII I I I I I I I EZ99 ■ ZZ^B IO DAY SPECIAL Warming up for the Middleville homecoming next week against Calvin Christian, the varsitry football team registered its first win of the season with a 22-12 finish over Byron Center, Friday night. John Sarver led the defense, slipping through the line twice for quarterback sacks and six tackles overall. Nate Bundy also had little trouble with the Bulldog offence, pulling down seven tackles in the game. Quarterback Andy Brewer had the first score for the Trojans with a four-yard run. He also went six for 11 through the air for 92 yards and crossed the line for a two-point coversion. Steve Austin scored the next two TDs for Middleville. He ran one in from yards the other from two yards. Matt Liu was the leading rusher for the Trojans. He carried the ball 18 times and totalled 118 yards. The Trojans are now 1-1 in the OK Blue and 1-3 overall. TK JV at 2-1 this season The Thomapple Kellogg junior varsity football team upped its record to 2-1 with a 20-0 shut out of previously undefeated Saginaw Nouvel Catholic Central Sept. 15. After a scoreless first quarter, the Trojans com­ pleted a 10-piay, 65-yard drive with running back Dan Noffke carrying the final 11 yards for the score. The key play in the drive was a 43-yard pass completion from quarterback Kevin Doyle to end Keith Nelson. The conversion was suc­ cessful as running back Dave Liu bulled in leaving the score 8-0 at the half. After swapping turnovers in the third quarter, the Trojans tallied another score as Liu carried the final three yards. An unsuccessful conversion attempt left the «core 14-0. After an interception by Trojan defensive back Luke Middleton. Doyle went back to Nelson for a 40-yard pass completion taking the ball down to the Nouvel four-yard line. Running back Jamie Foster carried for the touchdown Noffke lead the offense, rushing 15 times for 120 yards. Doyle completed five of seven passes for 111 yards. Defensively, the Trojans were led by the trio of Tom Featherly, Doug Kidder and Jamie Foster with five tackles apiece. Matt Send picked off a pass for the Trojans, while Loren Hummel recovered a fumble. vr ■ Sept 27-OctU5?Zi994 LUBE - OIL - FILTER Limit 5 qts. of VaKoline MUST BRINE COUPON again in the second quarter on a 32-yard run. The Scots had a nineminute long drive in the third quarter stall because of holding penalties and niether team was able to score. With 5.00 left in the game, the junior Sailors scored to make it a close 14-12 game, but then the Scots hit back hard. Matt Frantii took a kick off return to the Sailors 30 and Tim Soper worked his way in from the 27, followed by Nick Freeman’s two-point conversion. Overmeyer like the endzone so much he took one of the Sailor quarterback's passes and ran it 51 yard for another score to wind up the scoring. Coach Brian Leatherman said an excellant defensive game was played by Matt Bowen, Scott Pennock and Matt Groeneweg. The team will host Forest Hills Northern, Thursday. Middleville dominates GR Baptist in hoops, beats Byron Center SPECIAL BUYS s3100 $3g°o s3400 $35D0 *3600 $38o° other kids rejoined the active duty roster from injuries and Shefferly said the team will give its "best shot" next week. He added that the Scots play a very tough schedule, with the team going up to Forest Hills Northern, this week over to Lowell the following game. TK gridders earn first win, stop Byron Center 22-12 A 28-12 win over South Christian, last Thursday, upped the Caledonia junior varsity football team's season record to 4-0. The Sailors drew first blood with an 80-yard punt return early in the game. Ryan Overmeyer struck back with a 64-yard play with Jason Haywood carrying in the two-point coversion to give the junior Scots an 8-6 first quarter lead. Overmeyer found glory ( WS4 I CASH or FvzT » IS CHARGE I VJ .VilYOllIh SPECIAL BUYS Cooper "We caused them to punt on their first possession, but then we struggled offensively and that’s a credit to them," Shefferly said, undaunted by the loss and already looking to the next game. "Call me crazily optimistic... but I’m looking forward to (these upcoming games)." The team has Chad Paalman back and some Scot JV gridders move to 4-0 YOUR #1 TIRE STORE Call 795-3550 continued to pound away at the weaker spots in the Scots line. Adam Paarlberg led the defense in tackles and had "a fantastic game," accrding to the coach.. The Scots had 45 yards gained through the air and another 116 on the ground. The Sailors had 383 rushing and 154 passing. I I I I Grand Rapids Baptist didn’t have a chance. The closest their girls varsity basketball team came to threatening Middleville's eagers was the two-point deficit 11-9, at the end of the first quarter. Middleville then picked up steam and scored 15 in the second to the Lady Mustang’s four and rolled to a 43-23 win, Sept. 20. Sarah Kaechele scored 18 points, five rebounds and six steals in the game. Jessica Coe had four rebounds and was a perfect five-for-five from the free throw line and Vikki Jansen had four rebounds, five steals and eight assists. The Lady Trojans continued to roll with a 4637 win over Byron Center, Sept. 22. Kaechele had 14 points in the game with eight rebounds and and six assists. She shot 66 percent for the night hitting six of nine field goals. Tracy Schondelmayer had 13 points in the contest and Jansen added another eight rebounds. Overall the team had 29 rebounds against the Lady Bulldogs. The team got into foul trouble early, with Byron Center shooting in the bonus with only two team-fouls on their record. The Lady Trojans have a 4-3 overall record and is 2-0 in the OK Blue. The team will host Calvin Christian tonight (Sept. 27) and travel to Godwin Heights, Thursday. Thornapple Roofing & Siding Vinyl Siding Replacement Windows Free Estimates Licensed Builder 795-2039 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I September 27, 1994 / Page 17 TK golfers interupted in run for league championship The Middlevile boys golf team's quest for a league championship was slightly derailed, Sept. 19, as Calvin Christian took advantage of its home course to pull away from the closing Trojans. Wyoming Rogers and Godwin were able to displace Middleville, which had been finishing the OK Blue Jamborees atop the standings with Calvin. Calvin won the jamboree with a team score of 157, followed by the pair of 161s, which Rogers won by way of a tie breaker, and Middleville's 164 Coopersville finished fith at 166, followed by Hamilton with 168 and Byron Center with 175. Brad Williams led Middleville with a 37, which was good for second overall. Marty Bender and Josh Sturm played to a 42 and Dominick Ronchetti carded a 43. The team lost a non-league match to Comstock Park. Sept. 20 166-171 and in another non-league dual, Wayland defeated the Trojans 154-168, Sept. 22. Williams was the medalist golfer over Comstock Park with a 36. Bender, Nausieda and Ronchetti all carded 45s in the meet. In the jamboree held at Byron Hills Golf Course and hosted by Wyoming Rogers Sept. 21, the Trojan team finished third behind Calvin and Rogers. Nausieda tied for fourth in the jamboree with a 40. Williams and Sturm carded 43s and Bender had a 44. Against Wayland, the Wildcats' Joe Konecny and Matt Meowsen both shot a school-record tying 34. Middleville's W'illiams and bender shot 38s, Nausieda had a 45, and Sturm had a 47. The junior varsity team also fell to Comstock Park. The jayvee finished with a 226 to Park's 176 and lost to Wayland 181-223. Curt Brinks shot a 53, Jason McClkure had a 56, Chad Mugridge shot a 57 and Jason Presler carded a 60 against Comstock Park Against Wayland, Brinks had a 50, McClure had a 54, Mugridge had a 56 and Presler had a 63. With two jamborees left in the season, T-K is nestled snuggly in second place in the OK Blue, six points behind Calvin Christian and six points ahead of Godwin. Middleville varsity golf team's top golfer watches his drive off the fourth tee in the golf match versus Comstock Park, last Tuesday. Scots, FHN slug out 1-1 tie in OK Rainbow soccer "They are a hard playing team," said Caledonia varsity soccer team's coach Brian Broekhuizen of the Forest Hills Northern team. "We had to shut down their big players. Mark Pries marked up their best player and kept him from making any big plays.” The two teams battled to a 1-1 tie, Sept. 20, after 80 minutes of regulation play and after two, scoreless­ overtime periods, settled for the "call it even." TK loses in JV Spectrum match Ryan Nausieda watches his putt drain on the third green In the match against Comstock Park, last Tuesday. INVITATION TO BID Caledonia Township will take bids for the plowing of the Caledonia Township proper­ ties for the 1994-1995 season. Specifications are available at the Township Offices, 250 Maple St., Caledonia, Ml. Bids are to be submitted to the Township Clerk by October 14, 1994. — Caledonia Township Clerk The Middleville junior varsity golf team lost a Spectrum match to Calvin Christian, Sept. 20 177-192. Brian Enders was top golfer for the jayvee golfers with a 46. Alex Middleton scored a 47, Mike Stein had a 48, Ken Barrett, Tim Janose and Josh Stauffer had 51s. The team also lost a Spectrum match to Unity FOR CLASSIFIED ACTION ADS Call: 795-3345 (403) SUMMARY OF RATE DECISION PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that on Sept. 21, 1994 the Township Board of Caledonia, adopted a resolution/ rate decision pursuant to the Cable Television Consumer Protection and Competition Act of 1992, rules promul­ gated thereunder by the Federal Communications Com­ mission (FCC), and the Township’s Cable Television Rate Regulation Ordinance. The Resolution/Rate Decision found that C-Tec Cable Systems of Michigan, Inc.’s maximum reasonable basic rate is $.30 per month lower than that present level, and the C-Tec’s present rate for Expanded Basic Service, converters, and installation are reasonable. The Resolution/Rate Decision finds that C-Tec’s current Premium Customer Choice channels are a bona fide, unregulated service offering but shall be treated as regulated at least until September 1, 1997. The Resolution/Rate Decision ordered C-Tec to reduce its monthly basic rate by $0.30, and on the first bill that includes the new rate to credit all active subscribers who are receiving basic service on that with a refund represen­ ting a $.30 basic rate reduction retroactive to September 1, 1993. (402) Christian, Sept. 22, 173-182. Enders shot a 43, Janose had a 45, Aaron Wiese and Mike Sturm had 47. Ivan Prado scored the lone Scots goal with six minutes left in regulation. Broekhuizen said it was then he thought the Scots could beat the Huskies. "I thought that would be the kick the team needed to beat Forest Hills Northern but we couldn't get one in the net." The coach said he was happy the team came out with a tie because both teams are going for the lead in the OK Rainbow. The Scots suffered its first league loss of the season to South Christian, Sept. 22, in a 4-2 tally. Prado scored a goal for the Scots in the first half and fed Steve Schmidt in the second for the second goal few the Scots. "This was a hard, physical game," Broekhuizen said. "But now we know how hard we have to play in the second half of the season if we are going to win the Rainbow." The Scots are 4-1-1 in league. Now is your best time to buy a new John Deere tractor Through October 31,1994, you can choose one of the following great deals when you buy any new John Deere tractor, from 40- to 400-hp: • No interest until March 1,1995 with the first payment as late as March 1,1996 • or 6.9% variable rate financing for 60 montlis with the first payment as late as March 1,1996' • or attractive lease terms for 60 montlis' Fillmore Equipment, Inc. Thornapple Valley Equipment, Inc. 1690 S. Bedford Road Hastings, Ml 49058 Phone: 616-945-9526 �Page 18 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I September 27, 1994 TK tennis team wins 2, loses one in week’s action The Middleville tennis team wot a key match in the OK Blue against previously Comstock Park 4-3, Sept. 19, blanked Coopersville 7-0, Sept. 21 and lost to Kenowa Hills 4-3, Sept. 22. Against Comstock Park, both teams were atop the league with undefeated record’s and Coach Larry Seger felt Middleville had to win this match. Erin Wolverton at No. 1 singles won easily 6-0, 6-1, but Traci Campbell at No. 2 singles, Seger said, had trouble with her overhead shots and lost in three sets 63.3-6,6-2. A big win for the team, Seger said, was at No. 3 singles when Jenny Manage won 6-4, 6-1. "She mixed up her shots," the coach said. "She hit sharp, angle shots and along the base line to keep her opponent guessing." Kiley Thaler lost at No. 4 singles 6-3,6-1. Cory Hutchins and Sarah Wright won at No. 1 doubles in three sets 6-2, 5-7, 6-1 and Kelly Williams and Courtney DeHaan won an "emotional" 7-6 (7-5), 6-2 match at No. 2 doubles. Williams and DeHaan had to come back to win the first set after being down in the tie-breaker game, Seger said, adding that it was the deciding game of the night with both teams having won three matches so far. Darcy Mugridge and Julie Palazzolo lost a marathon three setter 6-3, 4-6, 6-3 at No. 3 doubles. Seger said the Comstock Park coach looked up some PUBLIC NOTICE OF HEARING Township of Yankee Springs PUBLIC HEARING ON BASIC CABLE TELEVISION RATES Public notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held by the Township of Yankee Springs at 7:30 p.m. on Oc­ tober 13,1994, at 284 N. Briggs Road, Middleville, Ml on the Form 1220 and proposed schedule of rates of C-Tec Cable Systems of Michigan, Inc. for the basic cable television ser­ vice tier and associated equipment. Interested parties may appear in person, by agent, or by letter at such hearing to submit comments on or objections to the Form 1220 and proposed schedule of basic cable rates. Copies of the Form 1220 and proposed schedule of basic cable rates and related information (except those parts which may be withheld as proprietary) are available for inspection or copying from the office of the Township Clerk located at the above address. H.E. VanderBee, Township Clerk Published: September 27, 1994 (400) NOTICE of PUBLIC HEARING The Caledonia Charter Township Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider the following request: Jack Fitzsimmons & Michael Slachter The applicants seek to amend their special land use permit for the removal of sand, gravel and other mineral material and for the reclamation of the subject lands. Said amendment, if granted, may extend the duration of the special land use permit un­ til December 31, 1996. LOCATION OF 6990 Alaska Avenue PROPERTY: PP #41-23-10-205-007 PUBLIC HEARING DATE: October 3, 1994 TIME: 7:30 P.M. APPLICANTS: REQUEST: LOCATION: Caledonia Township/Village Hall 250 Maple St. Caledonia, Ml 49316 All information relative to this request may be reviewed in the office of the Township Planner, located at 250 Maple St., Caledonia, Ml, during normal business hours. Interested persons may attend the public hearing and be heard with regard to the application and or send written comments to the Caledonia Township Office, P.O. Box 296, Caledonia, Ml 49316. Jim Williams, Planning Commission Secretary Dated: September 20, 1994 (401) statistics and found the last time the two teams played to such a close score was back in the early 1980s when Middleville won both league games 4-3 in those meetings. "They came to the match fired up," Seger said. "They (Comstock Park) played like they wanted to win this and I'm proud of the way our kids played to bold onto the win." Without Wolverton on the court for the Coopersville match, the singles players all moved up position. Campbell won at No. 1 singles 6-0, 6-3, Mariage at No. 2 singles, won 6-4, 6-1, and Thaler won 6-3, 6-1 at No. 3 singles. Palazzolo was brought in from the4 fourth doubles team which plays exhibition matches to play the No. 4 singles position. She came back from being down in the first set tie breaker 5-0 to win 7-5 and win the match 7-6, 75. All three double team walked away from Coopersville in straight sets. Against Kenowa Hills, with Wolverton still out, Seger decided to keep the doubles teams partnered to keep them working together in preparation for the conference meet coming up Oct. 8, even though he though Middleville could beat its host if he moved some players around for the non-league match. Campbell won 6-1,6-4 and Seger said it was her best match of the year. "She was strong at the net, hitting to the cross court and down the line very well in her match," Seger said. "It was probably her best match of the year." Mariage, Thaler and Palazzolo all lost their matches, as did Williams and DeHaan at No. 2 doubles. Wright and Hutchins won a see-saw battle 6-1, 1-6, 6-0 at No. 1 doubles and Mugridge and Adelaide Devine were re-partnered to win 7-5, 6-2 to win at No. 3 doubles. ”We still have tough meets against Godwin and Hamilton." Seger said, "before the conference meet. I’m glad we play Godwin at home as our last match." TK splits in OK Rainbow The Middleville varsity soc­ cer squad split its week of league auction in the OK Rainbow Conference. TK lost a 3-2 thriller against Calvin Christian on Tuesday. Second-half goals by Przemyslav Lojak and Jason Clinton brought the Trojans close but the team still fell short. On Thursday. Middleville hosted Kenowa Hills and shut out the visitors 8-0. Clinton led the attack with four goals with additional tallies from Chris DeBiaay and Scott Evans. A relief of goalkeeper duty in the second half gave Steve Converse an opportunity to score twice for the Trojans. Converse and sophomore goalie Chris Niles combined for the shutout. TK enters this week’s action w ith a 4-2 Conference record 6-3 overall. Today (Sept 27) home match against Forest Hills Northern is critical for both teams in their race to the top of the standings. In addition, pre-game ceremonies to dedicate the new scoreboard in honor of former player Eric DeGroote will highlight the day. Game time is 4:00 p.m. (Courtesy of Steve Evans). Synopsis of Minutes Thornapple Township September 12. 1994 Regular meeting called at 7:00 p.m. Board Members Present - 5. Others - 4. Minutes of the Truth in Taxa­ tion Hearing and regular meeting approved as printed. Printed bills in the amount of $68,336.93 approved by roll call vote. Motion passed unanimously adopting ordinance to establish charges in hazardous materials incidents. Motion passed unanimously adopting policy regarding emergency response to hazar­ dous materials incidents. Motion passed unanimously accepting rate schedule for hazardous materials incidents. Motion passed unanimously accepting Supervisors recom­ mendations regarding Duncan Lake Sewer extension. Motion passed unanimously certifying delinquent Duncan Lake O & M fees for the tax roll. Motion passed unanimously authorizing Treasurer to collect delinquent sewer connection fees from one property. Motion passed unanimously re-appointing Robert Smit, Herm Oos ter house and Lee Patterson to the ZBA. Motion passed unanimously authorizing Supervisor to place a notice in the local press asking for those interested in becoming members of the planning commission. Motion passed unanimously authorizing Supervisor to pro­ ceed with signs on private roads. Motion passed unanimously authorizing Emergency Services Administrator to prepare a writ ten proposal on upgrading one unit to ALS. Motion passed unanimously appointing Rod Preslar Captain in TTES. Meeting adjourned at 10:13 p.m. Donna Kenyon Thornapple Township Clerk (300) CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF LAST DAY OF REGISTRATION FOR SPECIAL TOWNSHIP ELECTION TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF THE TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on November 8, 1994, the registered electors of the Township shall elect a candidate to complete the unexpired term of the Township Supervisor. The following candidate has been nominated for such of­ fice by primary election: Thomas F. Garbow Notice is hereby given that the last day to register to vote in said election is October 11, 4994. In addition to the regular hours of the Township office, the Township Clerk will be at the Township office, located at 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, until 5:00 p.m. on October 11, 1994, to accept registrations. 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Mght TTkmi 3 30pm to 1030pm 9790 CHERRY VALLEY, M-37 - CALEDONIA � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/704/SunandNews_1994-10-04.pdf 290a2beefc4434ce4a0d231431e8c433 PDF Text Text Middleville Council OKs rezoning M-37 property by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The Middleville Village Council last Tuesday voted 6-1 to approve a request to rezone property at 317 Arl­ ington after the Planning Commission had recommend ed to deny rezonmg at a a public hearing Sept. 19. The request for the property to be changed from single­ family residential (R-l) to medium density residential (R-2) along with a request for a special use permit, was made by Mike Humphreys, owner of Miller Real Estate. With approval, Humphreys planned to purchase the pro­ perty of almost one acre from current owners Everil and Dixie Manshum and convert the house into the Middleville office for the realty company Humphreys explained to council and audience what his plans for the property entailed The presentation to the Village Council was actually more detailed than the one he had made to the Planning Commission (five council members were in attendance at that public hearing). Prior to the Tuesday even­ ing meeting, Humphreys checked into several things that were concerns of the neighbors One major concern was that of traffic on M-37 and how it might be affected by having an office in the residential stretch of the road Humphreys said that the property currently has a Ushaped driveway that will allow those coming and going from the office to enter traffic head first instead of having to back out He also said that he ex­ pected that there would not be a great deal of additional traf­ fic since a real estate office does not have customers com­ ing and going like a retail establishment. Office staff would account for six people if all of them were present at the same time which is not likely, he said. Humphreys said that number may increase to as many as eight or nine over the next few years as business grows. Another concern was over the sign that would be placed on the property and if it would block the vision of neighbors trying to pull out onto the road. Humphreys did a little ex­ perimenting using a sign that could represent the size of the actual one. placing it where the village ordinance would allow. He then took pictures from the four comers directly to the south and north of the location The sign would have to be placed at the top of the crest in the front yard on the property. The photographs taken by Humphreys showed that the sign definitely would not obstruct the view of anyone along that block when they pulled out from their driveways. Humphreys also said he plans to keep the outside of the house much the way it is except for the addition of some landscaping With the R-2 rezoning and a special use permit, the proper­ ty must remain residential in appearance Humphreys also pointed out that should he decide to sell the house in a few years, he also would like to have the op­ tion to sell it as a home or of­ fice use. TK crowns school royalty Seniors Matt Liu and Vikki Jansen were crowned as homecoming king and queen at half-time of Saturday's game. The game and homecoming activities planned for Friday were cancelled due to bad weather. Behind them is last year's king and queen Jeremiah Wert and Michele Nicholas. (Photo by Perry Hardin) See Council, Page 2 Middleville Council passes resolution for sewer debt retirement by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Middleville sewer and water customers will see an increase in their bills beginn­ ing with the fourth quarter of this year. The Middleville Village Council passed a resolution making the increase official as the means by which the new wastewater treatment system will be paid for. The average single residen­ tial customer will have about $9 per month added to the regular bill. The council considered several plans, but felt that this one would be the fairest of (hem. Water and sewer customers will not have an increase in the commodity charge per thousand gallons or the system readiness charge. All customers, both residential and commercial, will pay $2 per thousand gallons of water used. The average residential customer will pay $12.80 for the system readiness charge. That amount is actually a slight decrease. The amount charged for debt retirement will be deter­ mined by the size of the meter. An average residence has a M-inch meter and will pay $29.70 for debt retirement on each quarterly bill. Other meter sizes range from an inch up to 16 inches (industries generally have larger sized meters) and will pay from $74.25 to $13,365 per quarter for debt retirement Sewer customers outside the village limits will also contribute to debt retirement. All fees for those customers will be doubled. “This rate increase is necessary to pay for the ex­ pansion of the wastewater treatment plant.” said Village President Lon Myers. “Since the debt retirement cost is based on the number of customers, hopefully this is the last increase because the number of customers should grow.” Middleville has been strug­ gling over the issue of a new waste-water treatment plant for more than five years ac­ cording to Village Manager Ev Manshum. The current system has been over capacity and the State of Michigan Department of Natural Resources man­ dated that something be done. Once the type of system was finally decided on. village of­ ficials did try to get funding Millage defeat seen as ‘pocketbook/ not educational issue Caledonia residents send resounding ‘no’ to schools on technology proposal by Barbara Gail Staff Writer For Caledonia residents, last week’s school millage election apparently was just one tax request too many. Voters rejected by nearly a two-to-one margin the Caledonia schools* proposal Sept 27 to levy 1.28 mills for the district’s technology program The request failed in all three precincts, with about 23 percent of the district’s 8.605 registered voters turning out. Absentee voters also turned down the request 43-15 to br­ ing the final tally to 690 ‘yes’ votes and 1.324 voting ‘no’ Caledonia Superintendent Doug Busman said that he believes the defeat was an ex­ pression of voters’ concern over a tax hike more than a re­ jection of technology for students “I think for the people who voted ’no,’ this was a pocket­ book’ issue." he said The people were just not prepared to vote for more taxes at this time 1 don’t think even the amount was the issue It was a vote on the principle of raising property taxes “1 think you’re going to find millages will continue to fail because people feel taxed to death, agreed Caledonia businessman Neil VanderVelde ‘It’s not education. Everybody wants the kids to have a good education But it seems that every few months the schools or the township has e to come back for another millage “People now are voting no’ right out of the blocks because they arc feeling taxed sick. They are saying the schools, for instance, have got to find another source of funding ” He pointed out that Caledonia Township voters only narrowly approved the Aug 2 emergency services nullage to fund police and fire protection “And that’s just as impor­ tant an issue as schools,” he emphasized Just two months earlier, in June, voters also were asked to approve an 18-mill tax on local businesses as part of the Proposal A slate school tax funding reform. Though it passed, that request confused many, who didn’t understand the tax applied only to businesses and would not af­ fect residential property taxes “It’s to the point that it doesn’t matter what it is. (voters) are just going to say ’no.’ said another resident Village Treasurer Steve Antecki suggested that the schools need better com­ munication channels with the community in general. See Caledonia millage P. 2 through the State Revolving Fund for low interest bonds. However, Middleville’s wastewater treatment project was not considered a priority for that funding. So the council went with standard bonds to cover the $2.5 million sewer project. “With the new system, we are planning for the future.” said Manshum. “It will be able to handle 50 percent more than what is needed. ’ ’ Manshum explained that as the village was planning the system, there were state and federal mandates (that do not come with any funding) that must be met before it could be approved. "Our sewer and water costs are still among the lowest in the state. Water costs are well below average and even with the debt retiremem cost in­ cluded. sewer costs are con­ sidered to be average.” Man­ shum said He pointed out that Mid­ dleville is lower than surroun­ ding communities, including Lake Odessa, Hasting and Wayland, reminding that Caledonia does not yet have a sewer system. “This has been difficult for council members to deal with and I think they have done an outstanding job dealing with the entire issue,” Manshum said. In other business at Tues day's meeting, the village council: — Approved purchase of safety equipment required by the Michigan Occupational Safety Hazard Act (MIOSHA) mx to exceed $9,500. — Accepted a contract with Tom Stadt of Tree Tech for cutting timber on two parcels of village property at a cost of 10 percent of the profits from the cutting. — Heard from John J. Lof­ tus, who introduced himself as the Democratic comender for the District 2 seat on the Barry County Board of Commissioners. In This Issue... • Freeport Elevator holds annual farmer’s picnic • Pumpkin World entertaining for the whole family • Eagle Scout’s project benefits Page Elementary • Dutton’s ‘multi-age’ program promotes individual education for kids �Page 2 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / October 4. 1994 CALEDONIA MILLAGE, continued from frontpage Apologies offered! This photo of Homecoming court representatives Kyle Paalman and Beth Paarlberg was accidentally omitted from last week's coverage of the Caledonia High School Homecoming. Kyle and Beth represented the FFA on this year's court. “There’s no liasion with the village, for instance, and right now. there's no village resi­ dent serving on the school board “I'm interested in school issues, but I *ould say that sometimes I fed isolated, and I m sure others do. too.'' Antecki said "I know I can call up school board members, and they are not unapproachable, but I think they need to reach out. perhaps by holding a series of forums for village residents, for instance "They might have to be persistent, but I think people would begin to attend.” Antecki added that he also didn't think voters understood “details" of the technology proposal, like who would be able to tap into the proposed computer network and whether or not this would re­ quire a fee. Busman admitted he was surprised by the number of “no" voters, who out­ numbered the 1.233 residents who voted against the new middle school in 1992. In that election, however. 1.452 voters also voted for ap­ proval. and Busman said he is concerned about the cause of the seeming erosion of support. He pointed out that with the present laws governing school MIDDLEVILLE COUNCIL, from front page— Council President Lon Myers asked how this use might affect property values of the neighboring homes. Humphreys said that as long as the property is kept up well (which is his intention), pro­ perty values should not drop, just like it would be if it were a single-family residence. Myers then opened the meeting to comments from the audience (even though it was not a public hearing) in order to have neighboring residents to voice their feelings. Though there were several neighbors at the meeting, no one wished to make any comments. When the vote was taken on the rezoning. only Trustee Marilyn VandenBerg was op­ posed and Trustee Gerald Stagray. one of the neighbors of the property, abstained after saying he had no pro­ blems with the planned use. The council went on to ap­ prove the special use permit necessary to use the property as an office with several conditions. There will need to be 10 parking spaces on the site placed where there were be the least amount of impact on the neighbors, lighting on the property must be residential in scale, the building must retain its residential character, and the proposal must conform with all other applicable village ordinances. Another condition that the council decided to waive was that the sign be place parallel to the road But Humphreys had shown that even a vertical sign would not block traffic and that since it was a business, he preferred that if possible. Humphreys also will have to have a site plan review before proceeding with his plan. He is eager to work with the neighbors and even though it is not required, Humphreys has asked that the neighbors be invited to come to the site plan review to give their input. NOW OPEN funding, millages are not go­ ing to go away. With the boom in housing, a new elementary school, for in­ stance. will be needed in the near future “I think the community has to face the fact that we are a growing area, and as long as we re getting new students, we’ll be needing schools for them." he said Busman said he is constant­ ly looking for grant money to help fund school needs, such as computers, and that the board will continue to explore every possible resource. He did not speculate on whether or when the board might ask voters to rethink the need to upgrade the district's technology program However. Michigan schools have only until 1997 to gain voter approval of an addi­ tional three mills for special programs in their own districts. After that time, such Odyssey of the Mind coach needed locally A group of problems are Thomappie Kellogg schools are seeking an Odyssey of the issued and each team chooses one. There are the acting Mind coach. Training times for coaches teams interpreting, for exam­ are Oct. 11 or Nov. 9. from ple. “The Old Man and the 6:30 pm at the KISD Sea” by Hemingway, or a building. 2930 Knapp NE in play depicting animal Grand Rapids. All training for behavior in some humorous T.K coaches and judges is way. There are the the technical teams who deal with paid for by the district. Training for those who help the problem of how to create a judge the competition (and structure that will hold the one judge is needed per team most weight with only small for the district) is Feb. 2, 6 to dabs of glue and balsa wood. There is a competition but 9 p.m. at Caledonia Middle even the omes who don’t School. receive a trophy still win. for The competition will be held in Otsego Feb. 25. Every just being in OM help them year more children try out for hone their skill that will make OM and there's never enough them winners all their lives creativity. coaches. Overheard from an OM coach: “I think I learned more than my kids.” For more information, call Nancy Goodin at 891-0325, for the T.K. school district. Creativity is the most im­ portant skill an ‘OM’er’ can Thornapple Emergency possess. OM provides and Services and the Freeport promotes opportunities to Volunteer Fire Department develop skills that are essen­ will combine services for this tial in this ever-changing year’s Fire Prevention Week world. They also develop activities Oct. 10-14. cooperation, self-respect and Both departments will work understanding of others jointly in presenting a variety through their team of seven of education events related to members. fire safety for the children at­ But a team must have a tending Thornapple Kellogg coach in order to participate in schools. OM and have these oppor­ The week-long presentation tunities. A coach is only a will include pre-schoolers guide, to help director the through fifth grades. The children’s energies through week will begin with a short questions and encourement. assembly and equipment For it is the children, the team viewing at Page Elementary of seven, who come up with School on both Monday and the solution to their problem. Tuesday afternoons. There will be five separate presenta­ tions for the preschoolers throughout Tuesday and Wednesday. The week will be topped off with a program for the children from West and We know this community and look forward to serving your insurance needs. We represent both CITIZENS and HASTINGS MUTUAL insurance companies Visit or call our new office today! • EXPERIENCE • INTEGRITY Coaches, first and foremost, need to love kids, and they need to commit to meet with the team once a week for brainstorming ses­ sion. as well as planning and practice sessions The team does the organization of their own solution to the problem. As the time for the competi­ tion approaches, the coach will probably meet twice a week, mining out last minute details It is a commitment for not only the coach, but also the child and their parents. For once a team is formed, a team member cannot be replaced if one should drop out TTES, Freeport Fire Dept, plans activities J B HARRISON INSURANCE AGENCY, INC. millages must be voted on by all voters in the local in­ termediate school district, with any funds divided among member schools on a perpupil basis “I think we tried to run an honest and informative cam­ paign based on a need," he said of last week's vote. “That need is still there What we do next will be based on what our parents and the community want to do about that need. " You said we couldn't throw a big party for you. Is this O.K.? • SERVICE J B HARRISON INSURANCE AGENCY, INC. 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JUDY HARRISON President (14 years experience) 868-0050 1-800-217-0712 • Auto • Life • Health • Home • Business • Investment JAN OSMOUNSKI Customer Service Rep. (Formerly tfie Patton Agency) Caledonia Village Centre 9365 Cherry Valley Avenue Caledonia, Ml 49316 k 891-9294 J �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml / October 4. 1994 I Page 3 From Our Readers j i- Who does the Village Council work for? To the editor: Who does the Village Coun­ cil work for? I can't begin to tell you how many times I have been asked this question by my neighbors! I thought they were elected for the people by the people! 1 feel as though we are being robbed by them and they are not even using a gun' I attended last Tuesday's meeting when they re-zoned the village manager s proper­ ty on M-37 so he could sell to the Miller Real Estate Co. Ixt me elaborate A week before this council meeting, a special meeting was called for the Planning and Zoning Board to meet. We heard testimony for the Miller Co. and we heard outcries from the homeowners of traffic problems and for their proper­ ty values. I personally was moved by their plight. A family's home is the largest investment that they will ever make I felt that though there was a strong voice heard at the Plan­ ning and Zoning Board, the turnout for the residents was not there for the council meeting. It is a shame that the people were not clearly heard. 1 felt that voicing your con­ cern once should have been enough, but apparently not so, at least not while there's money to be made. Speaking of money to be made, we can all look forward to a new increase in our sewer bill effective next January I liked how Lon Myers put it, that they needed to do this to cover retirement bonds, and that they didn’t anticipate a new increase, but they could never tell about these things, as new developments arise, so would our costs. I’m angers People can’t seem to make Village Council meetings that seem to be gathering not on the second Tuesday of every month, but this time on the fourth. I'm tired of their lack of thinking. If they had made a joint effort with Caledonia, we could have all saved a great deal, but the sewer business is big business so as developers came in. develop­ ing 26 acres of trailer park, etc. and they made the profit and we paid the bill! There were government grants available to us as a village. How much of that grant money did we get or did they miss the dead line, figur- Give information when calling to complain To the editor: As the organizer of the village Neighborhood Watch and serving as the village treasurer I am in a good posi tion to listen to concerns of various people Many complaints have been made about barking dogs, continued dangerous driving in both the village and township, less than ideal housing conditions, children living in p<x»r conditions, and so on. To me. one of the key pur poses of an organization is its ability to educate people ao they can take action, if need­ ed. 1 hope to address some of these needs. Calling any local organiza­ tion is a start. But our concern and involvement should not stop there. The local organization will call another organization to voice your complaint. This will produce results but it may take a long time. I recommend that you call the local organization and then call another where action will be taken sooner. For example: I. Speeding. Call the Kent County Sheriff Department’s non-emergency number at 336-3113. Give specific infor­ mation like the make and col- or of the vehicle, license plate number, or driver description If there is an accident, call 911 2. Continual barking dogs. Voice your complaint to the Kent County Animal Shelter at 336 3210. 3 Bad housing conditions Call the Kent County Health Department at 336-3024. 4 For suspected abuse or neglect of children, call the Kent County Department of Social Services (Protective Services) al 247-6300. In all cases, you need to provide specific information. In closing, calling a local organization is good, but you need to provide information to the above organizations because you are the direct witness to what you have seen. Steve Antecki Caledonia Vandals do not represent most students at TK School Dear editor: I am a student at Thomapple Kellogg High School. I am very upset about an incident that happened recently in our high school building. A teacher, new to TK this year, arrived in his classroom Wednesday morning. Sept. 21. There he found his CD’s and CD rooms, many of them stolen and several vandalized. Aside from the fact that the CD’s were worth a con­ siderable amount of money. I am embarrassed. This is a poor reflection on our school and community. I am also ashamed that some TK students cannot be trusted by If a young driver in the family has your rates soaring, call us for help. [Payment Plans Avalabte^ our faculty. I hope our teachers realize that only a handful of students would act this way. There are many of us who have the highest respect for our teachers and what they do. Jackie Zoemer TK High School Student CHS Class of ’95 collecting tapes The Caledonia High School Class of 1995 is collecting D & W receipts to help raise funds toward the senior’s allnight graduation party this spring. Sales slips may be dropped off as soon as possible at the high school office. The deadline is Nov. 15. For more information, call 965-0120. Caledonia Women’s Club to meet Oct. 6 Zlllstate Excellent Rates and Service ‘Auto ‘Home ‘Life ‘Commercial EARL M. STEGMAN Exclusive Agent 9809 Cherry Valley Rd.. Suite H Caledonia. Ml Bus. 616-891-8111 • Fax 616-891-0100 Claims 1-800-745-1107 Office Hours Monday-Fnday 8:30 am-5:00 pm Sat. till Noon The G.F.W.C. Caledonia Woman's Club will meet Thursday. Oct. 6. for a 9:30 a m coffee at the home of Mrs. Howard Bergy Special guest will be Mrs. Philip Snyder, president of the G.F.W.C. West-Central District The program will be given by Mrs Robert Laug on the history of the Caledonia Woman’s Club, which originated m 1916. Interested people are invited to attend My compliments and thank you for well publicizing the recent Caledonia technology millage and encouraging voters to vote. Though a negative vote prevailed, it was a decision of a big percentage of the voters In contrast, the Caledonia Township vote last month was barely passed, by six votes. Because voters were unaware of. forgot or didn't care about the election, just 14 percent of the voters committed 100 per­ cent of the property owners to a two-mill increase. Though some voters decid­ ed the tech millage by pocket­ book thinking, or reaction to the township millage, several other reasons were suggested to me as well: that other funds were available, a $416,000 Robon Hood refund that could be used; that Caledonia gets $6,500 per student compared to $5,500 for many other Michigan school districts, therefore, prioritize and economize. Also mentioned ws ’’to send a message." on previous questionable spending, and the direction and speed of secondary restructuring with the need for evaluation of results with integrity. Dr Daggett observed that the community is not totally supportive of the present direction and philosophy. Some, including myself, do not automatically buy into the newest theory and practice that comes up. We don't buy the new car unless we know if it's an Edsel or a Mercury. If a government need (or want) is imperative, it should be and eventually will be sup­ ported — but they should always be questioned! I personally do not think that the property tax. recently cut and transferred to a sales increase, should be reburden­ ed with new taxes. This month. Kent County government will be asking for a millage to repurchase the library system we already have and pay for. That should be rejected with a “No." Jack Berends Caledonia thee place for tanning and nails 891-4040 9790 Cherry Valley Road (M 37) Behind F»rot Piztt In C»l*donia Ort-N Monday Fneat 1to t p m. Open M t am Saturday Katherine A. Encinas Middleville State Bank of Caledonia Premier Club INVITES YOU TO JOIN US On a get-away to Amish Acres Nappanee, Indiana WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 26, y= 1994 Itinerary: ARRIVAL AMISH ACRES DOCUMENTARY FILM "BEYOND THE BUGGY" HOUSE & FARM GUIDED WALKING TOUR HORSE DRAWN BUGGY RIDES SHOPPING CRAFT DEMONSTRATIONS FAMILY STYLE THRESHERS DINNER COUNTRYSIDE NARRATED BUS TOUR "PLAIN & FANCY” LIVE MUSICAL Price of the tnp is $55 00 per person which includes transportation, dinner, theatre and guided tours. We will board the bus in the parking lot east of the bank Wednesday morning at 8 45 and the bus will leave at 9:00 A M. We will be returning Wednesday evening at 7 00 p.m. This tnp is for our Special State Bank of Caledonia herruer duh Members only, so if you have friends v4k> would like to go, have them stop in the bank and Join The Club". Reservations must be made with full payment and will be accepted through October 12, 1994 TATE K ALEDONIA OF PRINTER? Call To the editor: ing we all could just pay the tab. a little at a time. Have they ever considered who is using their system, elderly on fixed income, families who did not see a raise this last year but were faced with downsizing and wage freezing not to mention a 6 percent sales tax. 1 ask this elected board, where do you think these peo­ ple will come up with your rate increase? Most are on a fixed income and will risk having their water shut off, or be forced to move. I have conducted business at the Village Hall three tiems in two months and each time I have heard people yelling about their water and sewer bills, making payments to get it back on or worse, mad because they feel the billing was incorrect. Let’s face it folks, something is terribly wrong, we are being robbed and they are not even using a gun. And as long as we stand by and complain to one another and fail to speak out to our council or board, they will continue to raise the rates on the sewer bills, pass parking ordinances, and rezone parcels of property. Some people say that it’s just progress, I say it’s just bad management! For those of you who want to know the next meeting is Oct. 10 at 7 p.m. Looking for a 945-9554 Some reasons for tech millage defeat FDI< 627 EAST MAIN STREET CALEDONIA. Ml 49316 PHONE (616) 891-8113 �Page 4 I The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml I October 4. 1994 Neighbors With. NORMA VELDEPMAN Good morning, everyone. When Houstin and 1 go for our walking workout, we may start out in sunshine, then comes light rain, then a little heavier rain, then, wham' Sunshine as tht cloud goes over. At first, he sori of balked walking in the rain, but I kept insisting he might as well get used to it It is going to get worse as winter approaches Sometimes, he and I do one and a half miles, sometimes three, and one day we even did a total of six miles Ann Bartlett went to visit her daughter. Jennifer, who’s married She then visited her parents in Napa Valley. Calif., her brother in LA. her sister in Fremont, and Dan’s brother in Antioch. She had wonderful weather all the time she was there Hubby Dan is temporary postmaster in Caledonia Russ Bender flew out to visit his daughter. Beverly, and family in California It was seventy-five degrees in California and seventy-five in Chicago They just treat you so graciously. Jack Spencer said his wife Jerry and daughter. Carol went to Illinois to track down family history . So he is “Bat­ ching” it while they are gone One of the Steensma children said they have another lamb That makes nine for them now Houston and I were invited to visit a third grade class at McFall The children all sat in a circle in the library I asked them to help me tell people that when Houston is in harness, he is a working dog and should not be petted He has a job of protecting me when in harness I demonstrated * hat he does on command. Then I took off his harness, making him heel. stay, go right and left, and then sit and stay The rest of the period, the kids took his leash, mak­ ing him go through the com­ mands First they had to ask him softly, to do the com­ mand. but after a lot of them had turns, they were beginn­ ing to get a command-tone of voice. I had a wonderful time working with all of them. I love teaching even just that lit­ tle bit and miss being with them if any other teacher would like to have me come for a half hour to give them a chance to do and learn how it feels to do it. just call me. I will come whenever it is possible Houston went home with me full of hugs and petting. He is shy and just turns his head as if he is bored, but soaking it all up. Liz Finkbeiner. Hubby. Gene and Grandson Joseph (or J.J.) along with Milton Buehler, went over to Fallsburg Park for the fall festival. Liz had a scaleddown buckboard that could hold three children. The four because he was so careful he would give him a big one. J.J. then gave it to Liz. Liz told him that he had never given her such a lovely gift with so much love. Maureen Robinson said that the S & S Market is opening with their annual “Pumpkin World.” The theme this year is “Some Old and Some New and Hands-on Too.” You ought to stop and see it. it sounds like a fun time Edith Miller and her friend went to Nashville. Gatlin­ burg. Ind., and Dollywood. They were gone for six days. Bea and Glen Miller had as many of their children as could come to their home, to celebrate all of the fall birthdays Thelma Carl spent five days with some of her family Her of them visited the museum and then went across the bridge picking up other people as they went across. A dog even joined in the procession. They were all in costume Liz in her pioneer dress and all the rest of the men in overalls and farm hats. Even Joseph was dressed to fit the old fashioned theme. Milton said that he hadn't had so much fun in a long time. He said that it brought back memories. He had a wooden wheeled wagon to play with as a child. Liz said that they had loads of food concessions and all kinds of exhibitors. Just as Joseph was going to go up the ladder of the playground slide, he saw a lady holding a beautiful peacock feather so he ran over and she pointed out where he could get one. He only wanted a little one. The man said that See Neighbors. Page 6 LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church — Serving a Living Lord SUNDAY....... 9:45 a.m.. 11:00 a m ft 6 00 p m WEDNESDAY............................ Family Fellowship Prayer k Bible Study 7:00 p m. 7240 66th Street. SE - Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor. Rev Brian F. Harrison Youth Pastor. Darrel L. Schrock Music. Jeffery C. Vander Heide CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A church with a caring heart for our community and the world" Sunday Services....... 9:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. M-37 at 100th St., Caledonia, Ml Church Office: (616) 891-1512 Rev. Gerald Van Oyen Al Tiemeyer Community Calling CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Rev. James Cusack FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville Bruce N. Stewart, Pastor Lee Taylor, Assistant Pastor Sunday School Sunday Morning Worship Service Sunday Evening Service Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer Word of Life Club* Sun. Morning Worship 10:30 am. ..9:30 a.m. WELCOME TO T Gaines United Brethren Church Kalamazoo Avenue at 92nd Street Caledonia. Michigan Telephone 698-8252 til • WLZML— Pastor Mark Beers Pastor Scott Taylor Reaching People With Christ 8.30 am to 9:30 am — First Worship Service 9:30 am to 9:45 am — Coffee Fellowship 9:45 am to 10:45 am — Sunday School 10:45 am to 11 00 am - Coffee Fellowship 1100 am to 12:00 — Second Worship Service Nursery and Children's Church util be provided during both services. ■•Sat vt example m speech to Me. m tow. tn tartri and tn purity " __ t Timothy 4:12 Must Jlnlg 3Knsaru Traditional Roman Catholic Latin Mass Rev. Fr. Francisco Radecki, CMRI Phone: 795-9030 Sacred Heart Devotions Sunday Mass: 4:00 P.M. Confessions and Rosary: Sunday Mass.....................9:00 a.m. 4 11:00 a m. 20 Minutes before Mass Services at 9:30 a m. and 6:00 p m. Worshipping at Kettle Lake School on Whitneyville Road South of 68th Street CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST ..6:00 p.m. Pastor 868-6306 LEIGHTON UNITED METHODIST Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Sunday Morning Worship (Interpreted for hearing impaired). ..9:30 a.m. .11:10 a.m. ..6:30 p.m. Sunday School.................................... Sunday Evening Service..................... Pioneer Club (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday...... Prayer Meeting - Wednesday........................... 7:00 p.m. Youth Fellowship - Sunday.............................. 5:00 p.m. RAY TOWNSEND. Pastor DM DOUBLESTEIN. Youth Director QO-t Qzn-)Q 071 -OUZO MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED Peace Reformed Church Barner Free • M-37 between Caledonia 4 Middleville Sunday Worship Services.......8:30 or 11:00,6:00 Children's Chunh/Youth Worship during morning services. Caraway Si puppet ministry for K4th during evening services Sunday School........................................ 9:45-10:45 Wednesday Night “Family Night’’ 6:45-8:15 Includes Adventure Club. Choirs fix Children and Adults. High School Youth Group and Adult Classes For information call: Morning Worship Service......... 10:00 a.m Sunday School........................... ,11:15a.m. Evening Worship Service.......... ..6:00 pm. YOU ARE INVITED Rev Roger Timmerman. Pastor 795-3667 WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH MIDDLEVILLE and PARMELEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES 8546 Whitneyville Ave at 84th St *891-8661 111 Church Street Kraft Ave. & 84th St., Caledonia, Ml (Missouri Synod) "Be devoted to one another in brotherly love.” Rom. 12:10 First Service................................................8:30 a.m. Sunday School.......................................... 9:45 a.m. (Fellowship Coffee 9:45 a.m to 10:00 a m.) Bible Classes........................................... 10:00 a.m Second Service....................................... 11:00 a m. (All Services have a Nursery available) Rev. Robert Gerke Office: 891-8688 12200 Chief Noonday Road (at Gun Lake) Wayland, Michigan 49348 • 795-7903 Barner Free / Programs for All Ages Sunday Worship 10 00 Ml Sunday School 11:15 am Parmelee Morning Worship......... 9:30 a m Middleville Sunday School.............9 45 a m Sunday School........................................................ 9:30am. Middleville Worship...................... 11:00 a.m. and Jesus Christ is Lord" Wednesday Family Night ' 6 00pm Sunday Morning Wortfvp.......................... 1030 a m. Wea M«awee* Troyer A 8*)ieS>udy.......7 00pm 9* iWfccr-Joasor jkxxson Pastor i Mfce coonwr AAsc Dr "God Cares for You" Cornerstone Wesleyan Church Rev. Lynn Wagner — 795-3798 Rev. Carroll Fowler — 765-5316 lwpm< Pwnx. idnat, hnja Church Office Phone — 795-9266 (The CDld fllimr ^lrtl|orfi»l (Church 5590 Whitneyville Ave , S.E. Alto. Michigan 49302 Sunday School.............. 10:00 a m. Church School 9:30a.m. Morning Worship............11 00 a m. Meeting at the Comer of Choir Practice 9:30a.m. Evening Worship...............6:00 p.m. Worship Service 10:30a.m. Wood School Rd. and Wing Rd. Wednesday Prayer Meeting/ Services — 250 Vine Street Sunday School.......................................... 1(H»a_m. Children's Classes........ 7:00 p.m. Church Otfice — 891-8669 Mommg Worship................ 11:00 a.m. Royle Bailard, Pastor Evening Worship 6:00p.m. Parsonage — 891-8167 — 868-6437 — Pastor Jeffrey Lee Phone 795-7076 Rev. Bobby Dale Whitlock Church. 891 -9878 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 'The Chuch where everybody is somebody Sunday Evening Worshc.............................600 p m. 891-8119 St. Paul Lutheran 708 West Main Street 314 E. Main, Middleville Phone 891-9259 Proclaiming the Historic Reformed Faith. CHRISTIAN REFORMED 6201 Whitneyville Avenue 9:45a.m. Sunday School.................. 11:00 a.m. Evening Service............... 6:00p.m. 6:45p.m. Rev. Bernard Mulder, 6:45p.m. Saturday Evening Mass........................... 5:00 p.m. KETTLE LAKE INDEPENDENT REFORMED LAKESIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH The Reorganized CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST of Latter Day Saints 8146 68th St near Whitneyville'Ave , S ° 1 Church School. ........................ 945 *m Morning Worship.11 00 a m. Evening Worship...... 6 00 p m Wed Fellowship .7 30 pm (in homes or church) call Pastor Robert Loesch 698-6027 �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml / October 4, 1994 I Page 5 Freeport Elevator holds annual farmer’s picnic by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Bright, warm, sunny days are not always the best for picnics. At least not in the case of a picnic planned for farmers who are busy in their own fields when the weather is nice. But Jim Decker. Freeport Elevator owner, knew that getting the chance to see how old standbys, new varieties of corn and some varieties from the competitors fared over the growing season would draw them even with the good weather. Decker held a cookout on the edge of the test plot on the comer of M-50 and 92nd Street just north of Freeport Wednesday. Sept 21. About 40 farmers turned out to take a look at the 15 or so varieties of com. to talk to Decker and representatives of Great Lakes Seed, visit with other farmers and enjoy lunch, too. “This gives them the chance to compare their crops to the test crop, check out possiblities for what they might plant in the future, and find out which varieties would work best for them.' Decker explained Part of the picnic time is spent in a mini-tour where a Great Lakes rep talks about yields and the positive qualities of the different types. Decker explains that he choses to sell the Great Lakes seeds because he feels the company has done a lot of ex­ tensive research into their seeds. His customers also have been pleased, he said, and evidence of that has shown in increased sales. Picnicgoers were invited to go to another test lot on the farm of Louis Wierenga. Wierenga’s was a fertility plot where he was trying to in­ crease fertility through the in­ crease of potash in the soil. The Freeport Elevator test plot located on the corner of 92nd Street and Alden Nash holds several varieties of corn. This was the site for a cookout so area farmers could check out the stands of corn. Middleville Heritage Day winners announced Jim Decker(left), owner of Decker's Freeport Elevator, and Ken Austin of Great Lakes Seed Co. ex­ amine some of the ears of corn at the test plot. bv Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The I994 Middleville Heritage Day is just a memory for most and not for all. Some people won prizes or honors that will make the day that much more special. Luckly prize winners from the raffle drawing have visible reminders of the event: Janice VanHouten won the Sega Genesis system. The microwave went to Ann Sutherland. Bob Totten won a 13-inch color television. The portable CD player went to Betsy Wagner Tom Dupuis got some new wheels in the form of a moun­ tain bike. Several sports tournaments also were part of the day. In the coed softball tourna­ ment, the top two teams were the FBI of Alto, and the Maffia from Hastings. Top women in the horseshoe competition were Sandi Brower and Nancy Cotton. Horseshoe winners for the men were Ron Wilcox, Steve Baumum and Charles Austin. In the adult three-on-three competition, the winning team was from Delton. The winning team in the teen division was the Regulators including Bryan Jahnke. Dan Finkbeiner, Gar­ rett Weatherhead and Josh Welton The Shooters made up of Jeff Hull, Matthew Gilbert. Matt Lonstreet and Kurt Rizley were the three-on-three winners in the 10-12 year group. In the four-on-four volleyball competition, the We Can Dig team of Jodi Swift, Lyndy Bolthouse. Cin­ dy Winebrenner and Lyle Mathews took first place. The Village Parlor was presented with the Business Award. Roush’s Accounting was given the Outstanding Recognition Award. Dan and Shelley Erb receiv­ ed recognition for their home on Grand Rapids Street. The top three places for floats in the Heritage Day parade went to the Heritage Society, Village Players, and S & S Farm Market “We want to thank everybody on the Heritage Day committee, all of the sponsors, the village of Mid dkvillc. and the National Honor Society.'* said Chair­ women Jo Sclafani Call the Sun and News today to place your classified ads October Treats for Senior Citizens Ladies: Shampoo & Set , Reg. *12.00 • Only $10°° Gentlemen: Shampoo & Haircut \Reg. *12.00 • Only $10°° Also 10% OFF all other services. Just mention this ad for your discount! • (October treats not valid with any other offer) Early & Late Hours Available Hair & Tanning 3363 68th St. S.E., Dutton �Page 6 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / October 4. 1994 Pumpkin World entertaining for the whole family by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The leaves are beginning to turn and there’s a nip in the air. Both of these are signs that it’s time for Pumpkin World at S'& S Farm Market to come to life. The annual display opened on Saturday. Oct I and con­ tinues through Sunday, Oct 30 at the farm market located on M-37 between Middleville and Hastings. Displays using pumpkins and gourds center on the theme of "Something Old. Something New. and Handson. Too." Tours through Pumpkin World can he taken any day of the week from 9 a m to 6 p.m. Monday through Satur­ day and noon to 5 p.m on Sunday for 75 cents But. on Saturdays, there will be some extra fun with storytellers and different animals to see and pet This Saturday . Oct. 8. story teller Delores Dipp will be telling tales at 2. 3. and 4 p.m. Pumpkin World visitors will also get to see a pygmy goat named Snowball owned by Nick Otto, and an African gray parrot named Cocoa owned by Melissa Fowler On Oct. 15. story teller Margaret Christensen will do stones at II a m. and noon, and Dipp will again be there for 2. 3. and 4 p.m. FOR LOANS storytelling Joe Wenger will have Baby the calf at Pumpkin World for visitors to pet The following Saturday. Oct. 22. the Slocum's will have llamas there to see. Story telling times will again be at 11 a m., noon. 2. 3, and 4 p.m with Christensen before lunch and Jennifer Ivmskas in the afternoon. Ivmskas will also be weav­ ing tales on Saturday. Oct. 29 at 2. 3. and 4 p.m. Members of the Barrs County 4-H K-9 Klub and JoBeth Bridleman will be at Pumpkin World with their canine friends Pumpkin World also has art work on display of local 4-Hers and other young artists. Kids will have a chance for some hands-on fun such as rubbings, measuring, going through a comshuck maze, and getting their pictures taken with their faces filling in holes in a Halloween mural. Parents need to be sure to Peering through the one of the windows of some of the Pumpkin World scenery is 2%-year-old Seth VanKuiken. bring their cameras according to one of the Pumpkin World creators, Maureen Robinson. Robinson along with the help of Jan Bender and Linda Postema came up with, designed, and made all of the displays in the exhibit. "We want this to be a fam il v-oriented thine." Robinson said "Kids need to bring an adult along like mom. dad. grandma, grand pa. or special friend." FOR CREDIT CARDS JOE This bright pumpkin trio is joined by 11-month-old Jocob VonKuiken and his 2%-year-old brother Seth. Call me Joe, because that's my name. Joe. As in Joe Castillo. I'm a loan offi­ cer. For NBD. And I'm taking my office on-the-road. I want to intro­ duce you to all of the great loans you can get from NBD. NBD Home Improvement, Auto, RV and Boat Loans; Home Equity Credit Lines, and credit cards. You name it. I'll help you apply for it. Just check the times listed below, and arrange to see me soon. You'll find me helpful. You'll find me friendly. And when it comes to consumer loans, you'll find I'm not just any Joe. The right bank can make a difference1 Call me at 430 1860 or (616) 771 7541 See me at these times and places Mondays beginning Sept 12: 9 a.m. 4 p.m Office of Richard A Blanch, CPA; 130 Main St.. Caledonia Wednesdays beginning Sept 14: 9 aan. 4 p.m. American Chiropractic Lite Center 301 S Michigan. Suite 3, Hastings Thursdays beginning Sept. 15: 9 a.m. 4 p.m. H & R Block. 132 N Main. Wayland NBD Bonki.'Member FDIC Copyngkf 1994 One of the scenes includes characters from “The Lion King." Margif Dunkelberger shows her 19-month old daughter Lisa Maria one of the characters. New Design Full Service Family Hair Styling Salon NEW! Casualwear & Sportswear NEW! 4 TANNERS: 2 Booths & 2 Deluxe Beds - OPEN - i*< wnm* Caledonia Village Center (M-37) Two-year-old Stephen Pogono enjoyed his explora­ tions in the Pumpkin World hay-maze. NEIGHBORS, from Page 4mece and husband live near Clark Lake near Jackson She had a good fish fry and a relaxing boat ode Betty Newman had a wonderful phone call from a former classmate She lives in California. Bet­ ty was so pleased at her thoughtfulness to call and tell Betty he was so sorry about Paul’s death Well, folks, this is it for this week. Love you all and a big hug to you. my community family. Visit with all of you next week. Save on Your Auto and Homeowners Insurance With CITIZENS BEST* If you belong to a qualified retirement association, you may be eligible for special group discounts on your auto and homeowners insurance with CITIZENS BEST from Citizens Insurance Company. CITIZENS BEST is a special group insurance program for mature adults. Ernie and Lulu Harwell are among 275.000 policyholders who are saving With CITIZENS BEST Call us today to see if you qualify for these savings. FISH FRY Fri., Oct. 7 • 5 to 8 pm J.L. Schwartz Insurance Agency Open to the Public — Everyone Welcome — 6052 Linfield Ave., Alto <x*n — w« • 891-9257 — As Always. Walk-ins Are Welcome — Alto American Legion Post *528 r < rrizin Our biggest concern is you. 497 Arlington St. (M-37) Middleville, Ml 49333 CaH: 795-3302 or 891-8208 �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I October 4, 1994 / Page 7 Eagle Scout’s project benefits Page Elementary by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Page Elementary now has picnic tables and a giant map of the United States painted on the playground, thanks to the efforts of Jason Siebesma. Siebesma. a freshman at Thornapple Kellogg High School, is nearing the comple­ tion of the requirements for his Eagle Scout rank. The items were his project that is necessary in order to obtain that rank All that Siebesma has left to do now is to finish up the last two of the 22 badges required. His Eagle project was not a hastily planned thing The first step was to contact the school superintendent who then put him in touch with Laurie Brinks of the Playground Improvement Group. Brinks knew of the need for the picnic tables and that PIG had the map stencil and had not been able to use it yet. That was the beginning of Siebesma* project. Part of the requirement for the Eagle rank was to plan a budget sheet and obtain fun­ ding for the project That was what Siebesma did next. He dien submitted his budget to PIG for the funding Siebesma said he was proud of the fact that the project took only $320 when the estimate had been $389 Keeping everything under budget also is part of the challenge. He then recruited a team to help with the actual work On Saturday. Sept. 10, the group gathered for a couple of hours of painting to complete the map Siebesma had completed the picnic tables before that. Even those were put together with some bargains. Siebesma found the wood for the tables at discounted prices at Builders Square. Another part of earning the rank is that he must keep close track of the hours he has spent doing the project. He also had to do all of it on Jason Siebesma relaxes on one of the picnic tables he made for the Page Elementary playground as part of his Eagle Scout project. Completing o project for the Eogle Scout ronk doesn't hove to be done alone. Jason Siebesma double checks the stencil that he and his work crew used to mark the outlines for the map of the United States that they painted at Page. his own without help from his scout leaders in Troop 105 Siebesma doesn't take his pursuit of the Eagle rank lightly. He has been in Boy Scouts for four years and is starting his fifth. Over that time, he has earned 20 badges in addi­ tion to climbing the ranks Those badges have been earn­ ed at scout camp every sum­ mer. through troop activities, and on his own. Siebesma plans to complete his final badge for the rank of Eagle by February. Then he will join the ranks of four other scouts from the troop who are already Eagle Scouts. "Scouting has been fun for me and I’ve learned about a lot of different things," Siebesma said. One badge even introduced him to the field he hopes to pursue as a career — flying. Now is your best time to buy a new John Deere tractor Through (klober 31. IO!M. you can choose one* of Ihv following great de als when you buy any new John Deen* Iracleir. from 40 to 100 bp: • No interest until March 1,1995 with the first payment as late as March 1,1996 • or 6.9% variable rate financing for 60 months with the first payment as late as March 1,1996 • or attractive lease terms for 60 months • orcash back Hurry in — this offer ends on October 31. Must take deiiwer, •( tractor «* or befert Odsbrr 31, 1994 fieOKMt sublett Is l»bs Deere Credit <*|r««al Th© top dollor raising team for this year's March of Dimes walk was from Brad­ ford White in Middleville. Members on the team includes (front row, from left) Steven Roy, Jerry Hammond, Gary Biermocher, and top walker Don Clum; and (back, from left) Lynn Biermocher, Kitty Lawson, Sherry Renker, Kathie Moore, Pat Kermeen, and Heidi Blough. Fillmore Equipment, Inc. Located on M-40 at 141si Ave. Holland (2 mi South ol I-196) Bradford White is top team in ‘WalkAmerica’ Stop and see — your choice is clear. Richard J. Choryan, O.D. DOCTOR* OF OPTOMETRY 133 E Main St, Caledonia Ml 891-9224 by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The Bradford White team for the March of Dimes Barry County "WalkAmerica" was the number one fund-raising team this year. The nine-member team of the Middleville manufacturer raised S2.224 to help the March of Dimes in the fight against birth defects That figure topped the next CARPET DRY-CLEANING ★ READY TO USE IN 1 HOUR ★ RESTORES TRAFFIC AREA ★ REASONABLE, PROMPT, PROFESSIONAL DOUG DEKRUYTER Owner/Operator (10 Yrs.) CLASSIC CARPfT CARE 891-7231 highest team from Thomapple Manor by nearly SI.000. White’s team member Don Clum claimed the honor as top individual walker by raising 31.200. Nine teams participated in this year's walk that was held on Saturday. Sept 17. Several individual walkers also participated Total money raised from the event was S5.410.14. Freeport man receives K College scholarship Ryan Flory, son of Li. Col. and Mrs. William Flory of Freeport, has been announced as one of the winners of a Kalamazoo College Honors Scholarship Nominees for the award were selected from new students admitted Selection criteria included academic ac­ complishments and extra­ curricular activates. 751-5141 Hours: 7am- 5pm Mon - Fri ; Tam- 3pm Sat Candidate for State Representative TERRY GEIGER Parker's Pig Roast cordially invites you to ... With Special Guest State Representative Bob Bender Saturday, October 15 • 4:30-??? p.m. DINNER: 5:00-6:30 P.M. at the home of Dan and Linda Parker 3770 Bender Rd., Middleville $25 per family • $10 per person Foe more information please call Vicki Jerkatis (616) 795-7389; Dan Parker (616) 795-9658; Sharon Rohrbacher (616) 374-8489 Paid tot by Geiger for State Representative. P O Box 88, Woodland. Ml 48897-0088 �Page 8 I The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I October 4. 1994 Dutton's ‘multiage’ program promotes individualized education for kids by Barbara Gall Staff Writer When Jeff Douma arrived at Dutton Elementary last fall, ready to begin first grade, there was at least one familiar face in his classroom Beginning second grade in the same room was his brother. Dan For Dan. the first few days of second grade were easier, too, because the boys’ teacher. Jo Vander!.aan. had been Dan’s first-grade teacher last year “Il was a help for my boys to get to stay together, even though they are in different grades.” said their mother. Jamie “For Jeff, having older kids right in his classroom makes them seem less intimidating, and for Dan. it’s nice that he could have the same teacher he had last year. “He was comfortable from the first day. and that helped Jeff, too.” The Douma boys are among 75 students in Dutton’s first “multiage” program, which this year involves kindergarten through second grade. Parents had their choice of enrolling youngsters in the multiage program or in the traditional separate grade­ level classrooms. About 26 kindergarteners spend part of their school day w ith the older children. Parents who chose the multiage program seem to be happy with it and are coming to school to help in the classroom and to see first hand how the program is working, said Vanderl^aan Tammy Buehler said that her son. a first-grader, is tall for his age, so that being with older children helps him fit right in. “He also likes the idea that they get together with all the first graders for some ac­ tivities That way he’s getting to know more students his age VanderLaan said she does not separate the first- and second-graders in her classroom In fact, she makes sure the two age groups are mixed at their work tables. She pointed out that it is near­ ly impossible to tell older SORE FEET I ANKLES? Assignment Accepted! 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He also talk­ ed to the Dutton K-2 multiage class as part of the youngsters' unit on transportation. from younger in that setting. “They don’t even think of themselves as older and younger.’’ she said. “I am finding that it’s easier for kids to work at their own level and at their own pace in this kind of class. “A good first-grade’ math student, for instance, can take off and move ahead without being pulled from the classroom and going to another class for math. “A slower student also has a chance to work at his or her own rate without feeling em­ barrassed. without feeling like he sticks out in a crowd.” In multiage education, the day provides a combination of ■■■■■■■■ J MESS S £SE£E Because 60% of the American work force is made up of women, we would like to honor... SE ■■ vv ■■ ■■ ■■ 1994 National ■■ Women In Business Week We will be dedicating the October 20th issue of the Hastings Banner to the working women of Barry County. As an advertiser in this issue, we suggest that you use a photograph and a brief biography to focus on the women who play an important part in the day to day operation of your business. It's a special section for special people within your organization... Don't miss this opportunity to acknowledge your women in business! Ad Deadline October 14, 1994 Contact your J-Ad Graphics Sales Representative or call... 945-9554 ...for more information. II ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ ■■ small group, large group and individual activities. While the different age groups often work together, there are times when they meet just w ith other students their own age. too. VanderLaan said her stu­ dent work groups must remain flexible and she is constantly changing them to meet the in­ dividual students' needs. Reading, especially, she said, is very individualized, even though the theme being studied at the time is the same for all in the class. Each theme, such as weather, the community or careers, is planned to last about six to eight weeks, with all subjects relating in some way to that theme. The students now are com­ pleting a unit on transporta­ tion, and VanderLaan said the community has really helped out. “I sent home a letter, ask­ ing if parents or friends could bring to school some form of transportation,” she said. “The response has been wonderful.” A boat, a horse, a jet ski, a motorcycle and a Steelcase truck are some of the kinds of transportation parents, neighbors and friends have brought to school. Still to come was a hot air balloon and a visit to the airport. State grant money awarded to implement the multiage program helped fund the class’ recent train ride from Marne to Coopersville. Principal Jerry Phillips said he sees multiage education as a way for all age groups to do better through their associa­ tion with each other. “There are some wonderful things that happen with the older and younger students working together,” he said. “There is a rubbing off from older to y ounger educationally and socially, and there is the advantage that each year, half of the class will be returning to the same teacher. There is no ‘rediscovery’ period for those students and the teacher "They can get started immediately.” Phillips also said he felt the first-graders benefit from be­ ing around the secondgraders. who. in turn, enjoy helping them out “They’re always there say­ ing. 1 can help you with that. ” he said. VanderLaan pointed out that the open-ended program also benefits the secondgraders. who can rpove ahead much faster w uh the more in­ dividualized program. Parent Jamie Douma enjoys working with her own two sons and with their classmates in Dutton's new multiage program. “They are already reading well above where they would have been at this time if they were working in a reading book labeled ‘second grade,"’ she said. Dutton staff members decided to implement the multiage program after much study of programs already in place around the country and after a lot of discussion among themselves and with parents. The school brought in multiage educator John Tap­ per last year to discuss his school’s program with the staff and interested parents, and to answer questions about how the program worked In May, Phillips received a call from the the State Depart ment of Education, which had heard his school was consider­ ing the multiage concept. He was asked to join seven other educators on a state task force that was investigating this idea. That same month, Phillips applied for some of the grant money that Slate Supennten dent of Schools Dr. Robert Schiller had set aside to aid districts actually implemen­ ting multiage programs. Dutton was notified in August that it had received $6,(MX) of the state funds, money that Phillips said will be used for teacher in services, for attending con ferences on multiage educa­ tion and for visiting other multiage sites. The money also will be used for materials and supplies and to bring in a speaker from British Columbia, which Phillips described as the “mecca" of multiage educa­ tion. This speaker will discuss assessment by exhibition, rather than paper and pencil tests. “This idea, which is what the high school uses in its See Mu/bage, Page 10 BINGO American Legion'Post f 305 9548 Cherry Valley, Caledonia • THURSDAY • Early Bird - 6:30 PM ___________________ —I AFFORDABLE L_ Family Dental Care Ronald B. Stegehuis, D.D.S. 891-1240 We welcome new patients. 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John dr Dorothy Wiest �Page 10 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / October 4, 1994 Mortgage MATTERS MSHDA helps families become borne owners By Sue Teitsma Question: Can you tell me about the MSHDA home mor­ tgage program that I have been hearing about lately? I unders­ tand that a downpayment of only 1 percent is required to pur­ chase a home! Is this true? Answer: First, let me give you a bnef explanation of what the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) is This will help you understand the purpose of the MSHDA home mortgage program Since 1971, the MSHDA has enabled lenders to offer lower interest rate mortgage loans for financing of single-family homes to low and moderate income people. The goal of this program is to help people who could not otherwise afford con­ ventional mortgage rates to purchase safe, suitable housing. The MSHDA supports affordable housing by offering in­ terest rates on mortgage loans that are often 1 to 2 percent below typical market rates. This program is supported through the sale of mortgage revenue bonds to investors. This is why there are sometimes lapses of several months when MSHDA loans are not as ailable A limited amount of funds are available each time MSHDA sells bonds. When all the funds raised by a bond issue are depleted by new MSHDA mortgage loan clos­ ings. no more loans can be made until the authority offers another bond issue The MSHDA is an attractive program for home buyers. The low interest rates enable the borrower to qualify for a larger loan, at a lower payment. Sometimes, an MSHDA loan may be the difference between qualify ing for a mortgage and not being able to purchase a home at all! It is an opportune time for people who are uncertain about their ability to qualify for a mortgage to explode the MSHDA home mortgage program This special program will allow peo­ ple who qualify the opportunity to purchase a home with only one percent of the sales pnce as a down pay ment This is made possibly by providing home buyers with a second mortgage to be used tor your down payment and closing costs. This second mortgage has no monthly pay ment and is only repaid upon the sale of the home Applicants for the MSHDA home mortgage program must meet specific income limits and mortgage qualification guidelines It is also important to point out that the home you may want to purchase is subject to purchase price limits which are set by MSHDA Borrowers interested in this particular MSHDA program must complete a home buyer counseling course provided by an approved agency . Contact your participating MSHDA mor­ tgage lender for a list of approved counselors and class locations. This new MSHDA program is very popular with eligible borrowers, simply because it reduces required cash to close to only 1 percent of the purchase prize of the home Obtaining the necessary funds for a down payment on a mortgage can be a major stumbling block many homeowners confront when buy­ ing their own home. The MSHDA home mortgage program that offers down payment assistance can eliminate this obstacle for hundreds of people To determine if you meet the eligibility requirements for this program, consult a loan officer who is affiliated with a par­ ticipating MSHDA lender. Remember, a qualified real estate agent can provide the assistance you may need in finding the perfect home that will qualify for this financing. Sue Teitsma of Caledonia is a senior loan officer at Heart well Corporation, a Grand Rapids-based mortgage banking corporation. For information call (616) 942-9722 or 1-800-968-9722. 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'There is much of what was gocxl in the old one-room school in the idea of bringing students together across the different age groups.” Busman said. "In a one-room school, for instance, children helped one another, regardless of their age. and progress was marked by performance. mH limited by the clock and calendar." Phillips agreed with that idea, but added that it was too sodn to evaluate the success of the Dutton program. So far, . however, he said he is en­ thusiastic about what he is seeing. “The ideas of working together and helping each other solve problems and the opportunity for each child to learn at his or her own rate seem to provide our kids a wonderful educational set ting," he said. “It’s a lot of work for the teacher. it takes a lot of plann ing, but so far, it has been a very satisfying project," he added "We re anxious to sec how it progresses this year, and we have hopes of expan ding it to older grades next year." REBATE Night Time Cold—« ALKA-SELTZER PLUS. 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If you miss this sale - you'll be waiting 'til next year to save this big! 1 146 E. MAIN, CALEDONIA* 891-8108 Mon. - Fri. 7:30 am - 6:30 pm; Sat. 7:30am - 2:00 pm MasterCard �Page 12 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I October 4. 1994 Middleville Homecoming | Obituaries D. Forrest Bender LAKELAND, FLORIDA D. Forrest Bender, 90, of Lakeland, Florida and formerly of Middleville, passed away on Wednesday, September 28, 1994 at Lake­ land Regional Medical Center, Florida. Mr. Bender was bom on March 19,1904 at Dutton, the son of Phillip and Abigail (Groh) Bender. He was raised in Dutton and attended Dutton and Prairie schools. He finished two short courses at Michigan State. He married Anne L. Reid on December 8, 1928 in Cambridge, Ontario. Forrest bought his parents farm and thus giving Bender Road it's name. They were married for 65 years. Mr. Bender was a full time farmer for fifty years. He was a member of Farm Bureau and the First Baptist Church. Surviving are his wife, Anne; three sons, Clare (Helen) Bender of Middlevil­ le, John (Marcia) Bender of Middleville and Kenneth (Kathy) Bender of Decatur, Alabama; 13 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; four brothers, Mike (Edna) Bender of Holland, Walter (Lois) Bender, Russell (Alice) Bender, Ward (Betty) Bender all of Middleville; one sister, Florence Dickerson of Grand Rapids; several nieces and nephews. Funeral and Committal Services were held on Satur­ day afternoon at the Beeler Funeral Chapel with Pastor Wesley Smith officiating. Interment was at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Middleville. Memorial contributions may be made to Muscular Dystrophy Association. The children of Phil ond Borb Bender ore pleased to announce their parents' 25th wedding anniversary. Phil and Borb were married Oct. 3, 1969 at Leighton United Methodist Church. Congratulations, Mom ond Dad! We love you! Thornapple Roofing & Siding Vinyl Siding Replacement Windows Free Estimates Licensed Builder 795-2039 Lost year’s homecoming king and queen, Jeremiah Wert and Michele Nicholas were at homecoming to pass on the honors. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Matt Liu ond Sarah Potter were one of the three couples representing the senior class. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Senior Chris DeBlaay and Vikki Jansen also represented their class. (Photo by Perry Hardin) The freshmon class representative couple was Cory Schut and Anya Pritchard. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Bob Reurink and Ruth Caton represented the junior class. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Mike Smalley and Katie Loose were the third couple from the senior class. (Photo by Perry Hardin) The sophomore class representatives were Dan Noffke and Heather West. $ Credit Problems? Cash $ $ Problems? We can help. $ $ • Refinancing • Home Improvement $ £ • Debt Consolidation $ A-One Mortgage Corp. $ 310 44th St. S.W.. Wyoming, Ml 49548 $ 1-800-870-2663 $ The new queen, Vikki Jansen is crowned by Michele Nicholas, the homecoming queen from last year. This year's homecoming king Matt Liu holds the plaque in­ scribed with past homecoming royalty. (Photo by Perry Hardin) �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I October 4, 1994 / Page 13 Middleville Spirit Week The TK Marching Band and Flag Squad led a pep rally on Friday to get everyone fired up for the big game. being fed Twinkies, a big chug of ginger ale would be good except par­ ticipants had to chug the drink as fast as possible. Along with homecoming comes the fun of homecoming week and the games involved. One of those games included feeding a Twinkie to a blind­ folded partner. ZYLSTRA DOOR, INC. “Where the customer comes first" GARAGE DOORS AND OPENERS RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • Sales • Service • Installation Member of the Grand Rapids Homebuilders Association Dizzy bats was also part of the obstacle course. ' Once that part was completed, competitors had to jump rope the width of the gym. Using a pogo stick was a little easier as a youngster. But, this was the kick-off of the obstacle course on Thrusday where teams from each class com­ peted for the fastest times. 698-7242 ___________ 3086 92nd S.E., Caledonia 6 1 to 5 p.m. honoring the retirement of... Delores Suwyn and Jack Janose Please stop in to say “hello” and join us for refreshments. 26 Vi years of service Caledonia Farmers Elevator 136E. Main st., Caledonia 891-8108 �Page 14 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / October 4. 1994 Superintendent’s Beware of credit quackery C or n erl Become pro-active on schools W .Jay Cavin T-k Superintendent There is an old African saying that goes something like this. “It takes the whole village to educate a child." In this day and age. that certainly holds true for America. If we were to change our schools to meet the changing needs of society, the schools cannot do it alone We desperately need the assistance and involvement of parents and other community members as well. With increasing frequency, the Michigan Department of Education is tying its grants and other priorities to Americas Goals 2000 This document, which has been endorsed by Republican President George Bush and further endorsed by Democrat President Bill Clinton, is driving school reform nationwide Goal 8 is titled “Parental Participation." It states: “Every school will promote partnerships that will increase parental involvement and participation in promoting the social, emotional, and academic growth of children." Objectives: 1. Every state will develop policies to assist local schools and local educational agencies to establish programs for in­ creasing partnerships that respond to the varying needs of parents and the home, including parents of children who are disadvantaged or bilingual, or parents of children with disabilities 2. Every school will actively engage parents and families in a partnership which supports the academic work of children at home and shared educational decision-making at school. 3. Parents and families will help to ensure that schools are adequately supported and will hold schoote and teachers to high standards of accountability. Furthermore, Michigan has mandated that a school improve­ ment team be implemented in every school, which must in­ clude community members. There are many ways to become involved. Among them are: run for the board, ask to be considered for the school improve­ ment team at your child's school, get involved with a booster group, volunteer for committee work, attend your schools' parent group (P.E.T., PE P . etc.) or attend special programs These are just some possibilities. As the school year pro­ gresses, you will hear more about this topic. Meanwhile, I in­ vite you to be pro-active and to call your school or my office and volunteer your services. Call for Classifieds Phone 795-3345 Ken and Jane, like many other couples. were living beyond their means. Each month if got harder to pay their rem and other bills. They started to get past-due notices and one creditor even put a collection agency on their case. They were afraid they were headed for bankruptcy court Then they heard a radio ad for a credit doctor. ’We ll give you back your perfect credit record." it said. They were desperate enough to try anything, so they called the 800 number and talked to a “trained advisor." Hoping to cure their credit ailments, they signed up. Months later their finances were still in the same sad shape — and they were out $900 for the credit doctor’s fees. Every year, thousands of people like Ken fall prey to credit doctors, also known as credit-fix-it companies. If you’re in debt trouble, pro­ mises of a clean credit slate are enticing, but no one can legally remove accurate infor­ mation from a credit record. Only time and correct action on your part can amend a bad credit record. Credit repair companies have no magic formula. If you have earned a had credit* history, no one can fix it over­ night. Companies that pro­ mote otherwise arc simply not telling the truth. There are hundreds of credit repair companies, covering virtually every market in the country. They advertise in newspapers and over the radio and have recently been pushing their services in informercials, which resemble half-hour talk shows. In attempts to protect con­ sumers from shady opera­ tions. 38 states, including Michigan, have licensing laws of varying effectiveness covering credit repair ser­ vices. Even so, many services get arund the regulations by setting up in a state with no law and using an K(X) number to draw out-of-state Receive 15% Off Any Membership O Months to I Year...Until Oct. 15 And Get a 1 Month membership FREE ...for yourself or another! Fall Classes: 6 AM / 9 AM / 4 PM (4:30 storting Oct. 4) I *:3O PM Step Aerobics — for all fitness levels Sliding Training — a total body workout — no impact. CALL FOR DETAILS! Are you out of shape? Are you overweight? 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They flood credit bureaus with verification requests, figuring that some are bound to fall through the cracks and miss the deadlines. Often, they will send the same re­ quest in over and over. The credit reporting industry estimates that 30 percent of its verification requests originate from credit repair companies. If the deadlines do get miss­ ed. the items will be removed. But if the original information was correct, it gets revenfied by the creditor the next month and it ends up back on the credit record. By that time, the consumer has paid a bundle — usually $400 and up — to the credit repair service. Credit repair scams will probably be around for a while. Law enforcement agencies don’t have the resources to give this problem high priority. Consumer awareness is the best protec­ tion. Everyone should know this simple fact: anything a credit repair company can do for you, you can do for yourself. You can get a copy of your credit report from a credit bureau for $8 to $20, depen­ ding on the bureau, free if you get one within 60 days of be­ ing denied credit. You can write the credit bureau to ask that inaccurate information on your report be changed. Another action you can take is to talk to your creditors to see if they will work out a payback arrangement. If you think you need help, there’s no need to shell (Hit hundreds of dollars to a credit repair service. Most local financial institutions can refer you to free or low-cost credit counseling services, or ymi can call I -800-388-2227 to get an automated listing of Con­ sumer Credit Counseling Ser­ vices in your area. Phone 795-3345 for Sun & News ACTION ADS! Capitol Commentary By Sen. Dick Posthumus Proposal P long overdue This week’s column concludes or five-part series on »... tour ballot proposals facing voters on Nov. 8. In the past month, we’ve covered Proposals A. B and C. which deal with a con­ stitutional convention, appeals for convicted offenders who plead guilty or no contest and no-fauit automobile insurance reforms. Last but not least is Proposal P — a plan which seeks to establish a stable funding source for our state parks. To be honest with you, I believe this proposal is long overdue. Historically, our state parks have served as an affordable vacation destination for families across Michigan and the na­ tion. As a child, my family spent several special summer breaks at our state parks. Many of us have memories like these But in the past several years, our parks’ former glory has faded due to neglect and poor funding Some have talked about either shutting down the state parks or privatizing the whole system. Though neither ever happened, hours of operation have been reduced and drastic cuts in manpower resulted in park decay. The sad truth is. we boast nearly the largest state park system in the nation but we rank 41st in terms of funding This is where Proposal P comes in. Basically, it aims to steadily fund our parks in the future by ending farther diver­ sions from the Natural Resources Trust Fund This fund is made up of royalties and lease fees from oil and gas production on state land. The fund was originally developed to provide outdoor recreational activities for the public Instead, about $20 million has been diverted from the fund each year since 1982 for economic development purposes, draining about $221 million from the fund to date. If voters approve Proposal P. about $10 million will be deposited into a new State Park Endowment Fund and another $10 million would be returned to the Trust Fund. The ultimate goal is to enable the State Park Endowment Fund to become large enough to reach endowment status, thus giving us a continual funding stream for parks. This also would place less of a demand each year on the general fund for huge annual appropriations. If approved. Proposal P would work with the rest of the State Park Initiative (passed by the legislature in the sprin)-) to vast­ ly improve the condition and future of Michigan’s crown jewels — our state parks. The other parts of the invitiative — already in place — include efforts to increase marketing of state park passes, involve citizen volunteers on a wider basis in the upkeep of state parks and update the codes and regulations pertaining to the system. The bottom line is this: we love our state parks. We must recognize the treasure we have here and preserve it for the future. This is by far the best proposal 1 have seen in years to address our parks' needs. I urge you to take a long, hard look at this proposal. Once again, the ballot will read like this: “PROPOSAL P: A PROPOSAL TO ESTABLISH A MICHIGAN STATE PARKS ENDOWMENT FUND, IN CREASE THE MA) Why Call Spencers rowing? ■ 24 Hour Service B Radio Dispatch B Fully Insured B Flatbed Service B B B B Jumpstarts Lock Outs 8 Trucks Available Emergency Tire Repair We bill direct to every insurance agency in Barry County, including: • AAA • ERS • Amoco • Allstate • AARP • Farmers • Montgomery Wards • State Farm • Auto Owners • Cross Country We are on the 911 Emergency Call List SPENCER S TOWING 795-3369 Or 1-800-635-9964 MIDDLEVILLE . �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml I October 4. 1994 I Page 15 Talk Back How the board does business By Douglas Busman, Caledonia Superintendent The Caledonia Board of Education consists of seven people who are elected by the residents of the school district. The con­ cerns which come before the board require them to make deci­ sions on issues ranging from educational philosophy to the care of buildings and grounds Realizing the enormity of their responsibility, every effort is made to supply them with infor­ mation which enables them to make informed decisions. I was recently asked the following questions on how the school board operates: Q. How does an issue get on the board agenda? A. Typically, byt he time an issue is placed on the agenda as a “recommendation” to the full board, it has been gone through at least one of several board committees. If it is a mat­ ter concerning the hiring of a new teacher, for instance, it has been reviewed both by the personnel and finance committees. Q. Who is on a board committee and how to do issues get to them? A. Each committee consists of three board members, plus a school administrator with expertise in that area (the business manager is on the finance committee, etc ). In the day-to-day operation of the district many issues come to the administrator, who in turn may bring these issues to the attention of the board committee. Q. Why can’t the board just discuss Issues as they come up at board meetings? A The monthly board meeting is really a business meeting involving a wide variety of issues, which could range from in­ struction to finance to transportation, etc. The day-to-day operation of a schtxil system generates so many items that isn’t practical for the full board to deal with this range of concerns without background and study. If an interested citizen, for in­ stance, brings an issue to the attention of the board at its regular monthly meeting, it may be referred to a school ad­ ministrator or a board committee for further study and com­ munication with the interested citizen. If after study it is deter mined that official board action is warranted, the matter will be placed on a future board meeting agenda outling the action which that particular committee recommends. If you have questions about these subjects, or have a concern you would like to see addressed in this column, please either call the Caledonia Community Schools administrative office at 891-8185 or write to Superintendent Douglas Busman at P.O. Box 128, Caledonia. Ml 49316. Caledonia girls sweep top 6 places at Carson City invite The Environmental Protec­ tion Agency has been called to check out the water in Caledonia. There has to be something in the water which causes the girls cross country team to be so fast. The team took first in the ('arson City-Crystal Cross Country Invitational, Satur­ day. sweeping the top six positions and filling seven of the lop nine. Rockford was second at the invitational with 71, followed by Traverse City with 122 and Greenville with 143. Sixteen teams took part in the Class A/B Division. Katie Sobczak finished first with a time of 18 min­ utes, 38 seconds. She was followed by Barb Warner at 18:43, Sarah Parbel at 18:59, Keri Bloem at 19:11 and Shannon Houseman with a time of 19:20. Audrey Warner finished in sixth at 19:25 and Sarah Flegel came in ninth at 19:56 In the junior varsity run. Beth Parbel was first at 20:00, Jill Ixatherman was third at 20:47, Jill Hofmann was fourth at 20:48, Andrea Shomier was 10th at 20:44 and Jenny Sprague was fifth at 20:55. Sarah DeGroot. Greta Klein and Julie Furst all recorded person-best times at the invitational. • Homeowner* " Ca«h Feet • *1« and 2nd Mongag* ptxmaM or rotnanca land coma re*nancng • Homa or Rarvar Pnaparry ’Stow OarM OJC *8« ConaoKMUon ate. Easy *C«* 24 Hour* Umm Mong^a * Finance Corp. 800 MS- 2221 Scot netters improve to 7-4-1, 3-3 The Caledonia varsity tennis team took seven of the eight matches over Unity Christian. Sept. 21. but lost to Forest Hills Northern, 5-2. Sept. 19. with the number one singles game called because of darkness. The team fought to a 4-4 tie with Byron Center. Sept. 22. The team defeated Sparta 8-0 in OK Gold competition and lost to Wayland Sept. 26 and Sept. 28 respectively. In the win over FHN, Kris VanBelkum's game at No. 1 singles was called a tie because of darkness. The score in the match was 5-7, 7-6 (7-5) when it was called. Kim Crisman won at No. 3 singles 6-0. 6-3 and has yet to lose a match this season. Amy Perkins, at No. 4 singles, also won, finishing off her opponent in three sets 6-4. 4-6, 6-1. Julie Tuinstra lost at No. 2 singles. Holly Debrie and Dorothy Benham lost at No. 1 doubles, Becky Hanna and Natalie Downing lost at No. 2 doubles. Lysa Ferguson and Joelle Busman lost at No. 3 doubles and Heidi Hanna and Holly Hurst lost at No. 4 doubles. Against Unity Christian. VanBelkum won 6-3, 6-2, Tuinstra won 6-1, 6-0. Crisman continued to roll 62, 6-1 and Perkins won 6-1. 6-3 to sweep the singles matches. The No. 2 doubles team won 6-2, 6-2. the No. 3 doubles team won 6-4. 6-0 and the No. 4 doubles team won 6-2,6-1. The No. 1 doubles team won the first game in their set against Unity 7-6, but were then taken for 12 of the next 13 games. VanBelkum won the first of four matches the I^ady Scots took from Byron Center with a convincing 61.6-1 domination. Crisman remained undefeated with a 6-3. 6-2 win. Ferguson-and Busman won at No. 3 doubles. 6-2, 62 and Heidi Hanna and Hurst won at No. 4 doubles 6-2, 75. TK boys finish 2nd in OK Blue Conference meet After what Coach Bernie Well called a lapse in the team's drive, the Middleville varsity golf team rebounded to finished second in the sixth OK Blue Jamboree, Sept. 26 after finishing third and fourth in previos matches. Calvin Christian was first with a team score of 164, fol­ lowed by Middleville with TK golfers defeat Caledonia in Spectrum, lose to Wyoming Park The Middleville junior varsity team defeated Caledonia in a Spectrum league match, 190-196 Sept. 29. Medalist golfer was Mid­ dleville’s Alex Middleton with a 43 with Josh Sturm shooting a 47, Josh Lancaster with a 49 and Brian Enders with a 51. Chris france was the Scots' top golfer with a 47, followed by John Wieringa with 49 and Dan Ayriss, Jason Bishop and Luke Debrie with 50. At Wyoming Park, Middleton shot a 45 to lead the junior TrojansEnders had a 46, Ken Barrett had a 47 and Lancaster had a 51. 166, Hamilton with 168, Rogers with 169. Godwin with 176, Byron Center with 184 and Coopersville with 188. Medalist in the jamboree was Marty Bender who carded a 37. Brad Williams finished with a 42. Josh Sturm had a 43 and Ryan Nausieda had a 44. The finish put the Trojans firmly in second place with 40 points, with Calvin on top with 47 and Rogers in third with 33. In the OK Blue Conference meet, Oct. 1, Calvin finished first with 335, followed by TK with 348, and Rogers and Hamilton with 349. Williams finished fourth overall with 82, Nausieda was eighth overall with an 86 and Bender was ninth with 87. The freshman Sturm shot a 93. Weller said the back-toback second place finishes this year and last, will be the best finish for the Trojans since the late-1970s. Regionals for the team begin this weekend and the team will host Maple Valley, the top team in the Southern Michi­ gan Athletic Association, to­ day at Yankee Springs Golf Course. Phone 795-3345 for Sun & Hews ActionAds! Debrie and Benham. They won 6-4. 6-7 (4-7) 6-1. While hosting Wayland Kim Crisman won her match at No. 3 and the No. 4 doubles team of Heidi Hanna and Hurst won 7-6 (7-5), 6-2. 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Scott Evans sent a pass to Josh England, who drove the ball passed the goalie. Ben Osborne started his first game at fullback and played a fine defensive game, according to coach Marty Wustman. The winning keeper was Chris Niles On .Sept. 27. the Trojans were host to Forest Hills Nor­ thern in a battle for first place. The Trojans were tied for first place and Northern was one game back Both teams played extremely well, accor­ ding to Wustman and the Tro­ jans notched a 1-0 shut-out. At the 10 minute mark of the second half, sophomore Brian Bcrgakkcr blasted a shot into the net for a T.K score. Coach Wustman said he was very pleased with the play of halfback Mike Cramer and the winning keeper Niles. The Trojans played their third game of the week Sept. 29 against South Christian The first half was well played with neither team able to score. The T rojans came out strong in the second half and out played the Sailors. T.K kept the ball in the sailor end of the field and at the sixminute mark center halfback Dean Laansma sent a long, throw-in toward the goal mouth when center striker Scott Esans charged the ball and kicked it into the net to put Middleville on top. The match continued with both teams taking a number of shots on goal but Mid­ dleville's keeper Niles stop­ ped everything south sent his way. The game ended with a T.K. victory and sole first place in the Rainbow con­ ference at 6-0-1 and 9-0-1 overall for the season. Scots atop OK Rainbow league in soccer action With two more shutouts to the other as the Scots led 2-0 its credit, the Caledonia soc­ at the break against Wayland. cer team remains atop the Jared Oat ley took a pass OK Rainbow with a 9-1-1 from Newhoff in the second record. Middleville lent a half to score and Adam hand by defeating 7-2-1 Sobczak did likewise on a Forest Hills Northern. Sept. pass from Rogers. 29. Middleville is tied with Against Sparta. Prado HIN at 7-2-1. scored without an assist as he The team had 160 minutes out-maneuvered the goalie in of holding its opponents the box in the first period. scoreless with a 4-0 win over In the second. Prado Wayland. Sept 27 and a re­ scored with an assist from peat performance against Rogers. Oatley was helped Sparta Sept. 29. by Sobczak and Sobczak was The game against Sparta assisted by Dan Corstange. was the first game the Scots "It is good to see our de­ played under the lights of its fense focus for 160 minutes revamped field and Coach and get two shut outs." the Brian Broekhuizen said coach said. "The team is Caledonia soccer will never showing good depth and be the same after playing the we ll continue to work on night game. finishing stronger." Ivan Prado was assisted by The Scots will travel south Todd Ixmg in a first-half to play Middleville today goal and Sid Newhoff was (Oct. 4) Middleville is oneassisted by Eric Rogers on half game back of the Scots. CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF TOWNSHIP ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT AND SUMMARY OF THE REGULATORY EFFECT THEREOF PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on September 21,1994, the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia adopted Ordinance No. 94-12Z, an ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia. The principle provisions of the Zoning Ordinance amendment can be summariz­ ed as follows: I .Home Occupations. Section 2.21 of the Zoning Ordinance is amended to revise the definition of home occupation, and also to include a definition of minor home occupation and major home occupation. 2. Permitted Home Occupations. Section 3.35 of the Zoning Ordinance is amended so as to state numerous home occupations that are permitted as minor home occupations and as major home occupations. There are provisions stating the minimum conditions for major and minor home occupations and, further, the section sets forth standards under which non-listed but similar home oc­ cupations can be permitted. 3. Home Occupations Subject to Special Land Use Approval. Section 3.35 is also amended so as to set forth certain home occupations that can be per­ mitted by the Township Planning Commission as special land uses, under cer­ tain standards and minimum conditions, and subject to various restrictions and limitations. 4. Home Occupation Permit. Section 3.35 is further amended so as to pro­ vide for the issuance of a home occupation permit by the Township Zoning Ad­ ministrator as to permitted home occupations, without the need for public hear­ ing except in the case of home occupation special land uses. Such permit is for a three-year duration and can be renewed. If a home occupation ceases to be carried on for at least 90 days, the home occupation permit is of no further effect. A home occupation lawfully in existence at the effective date of the Zon­ ing Ordinance amendment may continue in the same manner and to the same extent, but may not be enlarged or expanded without the required permit. 5. Other Amendments. Section 3.31 of the Zoning Ordinance, concerning residential accessory buildings, is also amended Section 3.31, concerning yard or garage sales, is amended so as to make reference to the amended Section 3.35 6 Effective Date. Ordinance No. 94-12Z will become effective October 4.1994 A copy of the amending ordinance may be purchased or examined at the of­ fices of the Caledonia Township Clerk. 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia Michigan, during regular business hours. Dated: September 27, 1994 CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA Trojan Mike Mrozinski follows a blocker threw the line against Byron Center (Photo by Perry Hardin) TK knocked off in OT by Calvin Christian It was not the homecoming game Coach Skip Pranger wanted for his kids. The fans saw a tough, Saturday after­ noon, defensive contest by the varsity football squad, but the overtime loss to Calvin Christian, 12-6 was a heartbreaker for the boys. Up until the fourth quarter, a 10-yard pass from Andy Brewer to Kevin Rines was the only score on the books. A late score by the Squires put the total to 6-6 as the clock ran to all zeros in regu­ lation. The Squires went on de­ fense first and held the Trojans. On their third try. the Squires found the end zone for the second time in the game. The Trojans are 1-4 overall and 1-2 in the OK Blue and will be at Godwin Heights, Friday. (Due to the Saturday game, a game tape was unavailable for inspection and further statistics) Offense it wasn’t, defense it was as Scot gridders lose to Forest Hills Northern "I was pretty dissatisfied with the way our offense played the game," said Cale­ donia varsity football coach Ralph Shefferly, "but the de­ fense played very tough." He said he's taking the team back to basics and get­ ting rid of some of the trash plays on the books after the 3-0 loss to Forest Hills Northern, Friday night. Jason Pierce was the lead­ ing rusher for the Scots with 10 rushes for 34 yards and Danny Simmons ran the ball nine times for 32 yards. But with what the offense didn't do. the defense made the situation seem less disas­ trous. Adam Paarlberg was in on 18 tackles and scored a sack to his credit as Northern was unable to pass or carry the ball into the end zone. The only score in the game came when the Scots fum­ bled. the Huskies recovered and worked the ball close enough for the field goal. Shefferly said Paarlberg, Matt Neely, Kurt Piper, Shawn McCormick, Sim­ mons, Jason Bush, Bill Norris and (’had Mescar all did a fine job of holding the tough FUN offense. He said the team is going to regroup and he’s going to find the ones who want to play and get them in the starling line up and hope they'll change the outcome in this week’s game at Godwin Heights. CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF LAST DAY OF REGISTRATION FOR SPECIAL TOWNSHIP ELECTION TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF THE TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on November 8, 1994, the registered electors of the Township shall elect a candidate to complete the unexpired term of the Township Supervisor. The following candidate has been nominated for such of­ fice by primary election: Thomas F. Garbow Notice is hereby given that the last day to register to vote in said election is October 11, 4994. In addition to the regular hours of the Township office, the Township Clerk will be at the Township office, located at 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, until 5:00 p.m. on October 11, 1994, to accept registrations. Patricia Snyder, Clerk Charter Township of Caledonia 301) �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I October 4, 1994 I Page 17 TK kickers win 2 in Rainbow league The Middleville varsity soccer squad enjoyed a memorable week of league victories with decisions over Forest Hills Northern and South Christian. The Trojans hosted the Huskies Sept. 27 in a battle of front-runners and held defensively for a 1-0 win. Forest Hills was atop the standings with a 4-1-1 record and TK was 4-2 in the OK Rainbow Junior defender Sean Crofoot was assigned the responsibility of marking Northern's Dave Mooradian, the league's leading scorer Crofoot was “tremendous," according to coach Steve Evans, in neutralizing the striker and the rest of the TK squad "rose to the top of their game ' Eric Griffith sent a 35-yard free-kick through the goalkeeper's hands and the Trojans had all the goals the team needed On Thursday. Middleville hosted South Christian and posted another “must win." The Sailors were 5-1-1 and TK was 5-2 in the Rainbow . A first-half penalty kick was converted by Jason Clinton but the Sailors countered with a goal of its own soon after. Clinton won a skirmish in the goal mouth and registered the go-ahead tally later in the half The 2-1 lead was to last to the end as the Middleville defense tightened In the tough OK Rainbow Conference another “for­ midable" opponent remains as the T rojans take on Caledonia today. Oct. 4. The Scots are leading the league (6-1-1) and are ranked ninth in the state, while TK needs the victory to bring the Trojans even with the Scots in the Rainbow TK Freshman shut out Byron Center Behind an outstanding ef­ fort by the defense the T.K freshman football team defeated Byron Center 28-0 Sept 22. Middleville t<x>k the open­ ing kickoff and drove 70 yards in six plays with Corey Schut collecting all the yards and scoring on a two-yard run. Joe Norman ran in the conversion. The defense, which held Byron Center to 110 yards on 47 plays, stopped the bulldogs on its first possession. The Trojans took over on the 40-yard line after an ex­ change of turnovers. Nick Galloup followed the blocking of the offensive line and picked up 42 yards in the march for the second score. He scored on a 25-yard run. On the last play of the first half Schut scored on a 52-yard run and a pass from Brian Ploeg to Shawn Hiese and was good for the extra points. TK got the ball following a Bulldog punt at their own 45-yard line and scored in two plays on a 42-yard run by Steve Wiersma, who took the ball down to the 13-yard line and Eric Reeder, who ran it in on the next play. Schut ended the game with 193 yards on nine carries. The young Trojans now have a 4-0 record. TK netters defeat Wayland, Hamilton, 5th at Allegan invite The Middleville tennis team tixik fifth in the Allegan Invitational, Sept. 24, and posted 5-2 wins over Hamil­ ton and Wayland last week. Allegan and Wyoming Park, both state ranked, a strong Sand Lake team and Kalamazoo Hackett, a stateranked Class C team all gave the Lady Trojans a run for their money. Coach Larry Seger said the Invitational gave the team a 'real workout. Erin Wolverton won all three of her matches at No. 1 singles. She defeated Hackett 6-1, 6-3, Wyoming Park 6-0, 6-3 and Jenison 6-2,6-1. Traci Campbell, at No. 2 singles, won her first match over Holland West Ottawa 67 (7-4), 6-3, 6-0 but lost to Wyoming Park 6-2, 6-3. In the consolation pairing she defeated Allegan 6-2, 3-6, 60. Jenny Manage defeated her Hastings opponent 6-2, 6-1 before losing her next two in the No. 3 singles bracket. Kiley Thaler lost her first two matches and was rained out in her third at No. 4 sin­ gles. Cory Hutchins and Sarah Wright, at No. 1 doubles, had a win over Hastings, as did the No. 2 doubles team of Courtney DeHaan and stand in Julie Palazzolo. Darcy Mugridge and Ade­ laide Devine lost their first match to Jenison, but came back to defeat Hastings 6-1, 6-3 and Hackett 7-5, 6-4 in the consolation round. Seger called it "a good day.” In the match over Wayland, Sept. 26, Wolverton won 6-2, 3-1, after the Wayland player injury defaulted. Campbell won 6-2, 6-1 and Manage won 6-4, 6-3. Both the No. 2 and No. 3 doubles teams came away with three-set victories. Kelly Williams was back at No. 2 with her partner De­ Haan to win 3-6,6-3,6-4 and Mugndge and Devine won 7- Caledonia Auto Parts... 'FOR ALL YOUR CAR & TRUCK CARE NEEDS’’ Complete line of Parts and Accessories and Car Care Products 891-4085 STORE 227 E. Main St., Caledonia Your “Hometown” Auto Parts Store OPEN: Monday-Friday 8 to 6; Saturday 8 to 2 6, 6-7, 7-5. Against Hamilton Wolver­ ton won 6-0, 6-0, Campbell won 6-0, 6-1 and Manage won 6-1, 6-2. The No. 1 doubles team won 6-3, 6-2 and the No. 2 doubles team won 6-1, 6-1. The team is now 8-1 over­ all and 6-0 in the OK Blue with the conference meet coming up Saturday. Caledonia girts basketball teams top Delton 72-55 The Caledonia girls varsity basketball team defeated Delton, 72-55, Sept. 29 and the junior varsity team won 5130. Danielle Gallert shot four three pointers in the varsity game and Jodi Vander Velde had three to stop the scrappy Panther team. Vander Velde led all scor­ ers with 27 points, Gallert had 19 and Jaimie Oatley had 11. VanderVelde had seven assists, Gallert had five steals, and Kristy DeBoer had five rebounds, two assists and one three points goal. For the junior varsity team, the junior Scots held Delton scoreless in the third quarter and recouped a 18-4 first hall deficit. Tonya Bueler was the lead­ ing scorer with 10 points and Shannon Walter had eight points (Courtesy of Mau Neely) Scoreboard dedicated The new scoreboard for the Middleville soccer teams was dedicated last week The board was paid for with monies donated in the name of Eric DeGroot, a former Middleville soccer player who died in December of 1991. On hand for the ceremony was Eric's parents (center front) Dariene and Eric DeGroot and members of his family, friends and coaches. TK cross country teams top Byron Center Both the boys and the girls cross country teams from Middleville held off Byron Center, Sept 29, to post wins. The girls team had a score of 15-50 with the Lady Bull­ dogs defaulting and the boys won by one place 27-28 at Brewer Park. Finishing first for the girls was Sarah Matson with a time of 22:01 and taking sec­ ond was Jessi Davis was sec­ ond at 22:16. Wendy Wisniewski fin­ ished fourth at 22:49, Sarah Allore was fifth at 23:36 and Stephanie Potter at 23:46. Leslie Bremer finished before the Byron Center No. 2 runner, coming in at 25:05. Steve Dood was the top runner for the boys, finishing at 18:24. Malt Eaton came in fourth at 19:19, Justin Blake was sixth at 20:17, Andy Dragt was seventh at 20:32 and Dendall Craven came in ninth at 21:41. Mike Vander Sloot crossed the line at 26:10 but was not part of the Middleville scor­ ing. The girls are now 2-0 in the OK Blue and the boys are 1-1. The teams will host Calvin Christian at Brewer Park. Thursday and run in the Allegan Invitational Satur­ day. MAKE HAY WHILE.. (our early-order specials are at their best) NOW THROUGH NOVEMBER 1994, YOU PICK THE NEW JOHN DEERE MOCO, BALER, OR WINDROWER ... THEN PICK YOUR DISCOUNT. (Discounts vary by product. Financing subject Io John Deere Credit approval) 45% or 5.5%* low variable-rale financing PLUS discounts of up to 7.5% OR Interest-free financing until spring 1995 PLUS discounts of up to 10% Discounts up to 13% with regular-rate financing HURRY! 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(a) (No change) (b) (No change) (c) (No change] (d) Neither the Planning Commission nor Township Board shall consider an appli­ cation for renewal unless the applicant submits a Certificate of Compliance sign­ ed by the Township Supervisor, which states that the mineral removal operation, as of the date of signing of the Certificate of Compliance, is in compliance with the present PMR permit and ail Township ordinances, and that all required mineral removal fees have been paid. Upon request by an applicant for a Certificate of Com­ pliance. the Township shall promptly arrange to have the PMR operation reviewed and inspected If the Supervisor finds that the operation is in compliance, the Super­ visor shall issue a Certificate of Compliance The Certificate shall also describe any past violations which have been rectified. If the Supervisor finds that the opera­ tion is not presently in compliance, the Supervisor shall notify the applicant of the steps necessary to cure such deficiency. The issuance of a Certificate of Compliance does not bind the Planning Commission or Township Board to recommend approval of or to approve a renewal of the PMR permit. (e) (No change) Section 2. Publication and Effective Date. This Ordinance shall become effective upon its publication or upon the publication of a summary of its provisions in a newspaper of general circulation in the Township. First Reading Sept 21. 1994 (312) TK Jayvees shut out Byron Center The Thornapple Kellogg junior varsity football team continued its winning ways with a I4-0 victory over Byron Center Sept. 22. The Junior Trojans marched the opening kickoff 68 yards in eight plays for an early touchdown. Running hack Dave Liu plowed in from seven yards out while running back Ryan Olthouse carried for two point conversion The key play in the drive was a 30-yard pass completion from quarterback Kevin Doyle to wingback Justin Deboode The Bulldogs fumbled on their first play following the ensuing kickoff and the Tro­ jans quickly scored again. Doyle plunged in from one yard out to cap the short 5, five play. 35 yard drive. Most of the y ardage being attributed to running back Dan Noffke. The Trojan offense was stymied the rest of the bailgame as the Byron Center defense took over. T.K. was limited to five total yards in the second quarter and finish­ ed with 145 yards rushing. Doyle completed two of six passes for 43 yards with one intercept win. The Trojan defense record­ ed its second straight shutout and IOth consecutive scoreless quarter The defense was led by linebacker Liu with eight tackles and two interceptions. Nose guard Rob Osborne con­ tributed with six tackles and two quarterback sacks. The Junior Trojans host Godwin Heights in a tough O.K Blue match-up October 6 Scots jayvee gridders now 5-0 The Caledonia junior var­ They didn't wonder long as sity football team increased from their the defense of its record to 5-0 with a 28-12 Matt Groeneweg. Pete Cot­ domination of Forest Hills ton, Aaron McIntyre, Kyle Nonhem. Thursday. Paalman. Matt Bowen and Nick Freeman had a 15- Aaron Buer kept Northern yard run for a score in the from getting any closer than first quarter and followed it the 30 yard line. with a toss to Tim Soper for Josh Haywood had a sixthe two-point conversion. yard run. Soper had a seven The junior Huskies then yarder and a 55-yard jaunt slapped up 12 points onto the for scores. Freeman hit Matt board to give the junior .Scots Frantii for another two-point something about which to conversion as well wonder. Northern had been The team will host Ixiwell undefeated coming into the Thursday. contest. SYNOPSIS — BOARD MEETING PHONE 795-3345 for Sun & News Action-Ads, reach over 7,000 area homes! CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA KENT COUNTY, MICHIGAN Minutes of a regular meeting of the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia, held at the Village and Township Hall, 250 S Maple Street. Caledonia, Michigan, on the 21 day of Sept. 1994, at 7 30 p.m PRESENT: Members Garbow, R. DeVries, Gould, J. DeVries, Jousma, Dieleman, Snyder. ABSENT: Members The following ordinance was offered by Snyder, and supported by J. DeVries. ORDINANCE NO. 94-4 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA LAND SUBDIVISION CONTROL ORDINANCE SO AS TO PROVIDE FOR COMPLIANCE WITH TOWNSHIP POLICIES ON PRIVATELY OWNED PUBLIC WATER SUPPLY SYSTEMS THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS: Section 1. Ordinance No. 94-2, the Charier Township of Caledonia Land Subdivision Control Ordinance, is hereby amended by the amendment of Section 4.11(4) so as to read In its entirety as follows: Section 4.11 Public Water and Sewer. (1) , (2), (3) (no change] (4) If public water and/or sewer is not required private water and septic systems shall be installed which meet the requirements of the Kent County Health Department Michigan Department of Public Health, Michigan Department of Natural Resources, the established policies of the Township regarding privately owned public water supply systems and the requirements of all other governmental agencies having jurisdiction. Section 2. Ordinance No. 94-2, the Charier Township of Caledonia Land Subdivision Control Ordinance, is hereby amended by the addition of Section 4.13 thereof as follows: Section 4.13 Privately Owned Public Water Supply Systems. (1 )The use and development of lands, buildings and structures on platted lands within the Township shall comply in all respects with applicable provisions of the policies of the Township concerning privately owned public water supply systems, as such policies are adopted from time to time in resolutions, ordinances or other official actions of the Township Board. Such use and development of lands, buildings and structures on platted lands within the Township shall include where applicable com­ pliance with the Michigan Safe Drinking Water Act, Suggested Practice for Water­ works. Design, Construction and Operation, as adopted by the Michigan Department of Public Health, applicable standards of the American Waterworks Association, the Fire Insurance Rating Guidelines of the Insurance Services Office and other regulations, standards and guidelines as set forth in the Township Water Supply System Policy or policies. (2) ln addition, the use and development of lands, buildings and structures on platted lands within the Township shall comply with the Charier Township of Caledonia standards for public water supply systems, as adopted by Township Board resolu­ tions or other official Township action from time to time. Accordingly, such use and development of lands, buildings and structures shall be carried out in compliance with Township requirements concerning adequacy of water supply for fire protec­ tion purposes, required levels of flow of water for fire extenguishing purposes and design of water supply systems so as to adequately accommodate the expansion of the same for the ultimate development of service areas covered by such water supply systems. The policy or policies of the Township concerning public water supply systems, whether pnvately owned or otherwise, and as adopted by the Township Board from time to time, shall be deemed to be included in this ordinance, wherever applicable Section 3. This ordinance shall become effective upon its publication or upon the publication of a summary of its provisions in a local newspaper of general circulation. Ayes: All Nays ORDIANNCE DECLARED ADOPTED First Reading August 17, 1994 Second Reading: Sept. 21. 1994 Effective Date PATRICIA SNYDER, Clerk Charter Township of Caledonia I hereby certify the foregoing to be a true copy of an ordinance adopted at a regular meeting of the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia neld on Sept 21, 1994. Public notice of said meeting was given as provided by law PATRICIA SNYDER, Clerk Charter Township of Caledonia (310) YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP September 8. 1994 Meeting called to order by Lon­ don. All members except Finkbeiner. 19 visitors presents. Minutes of Aug. 11 approved Financial report of Aug. 31 presented and approved. Miscellaneous reports presented. Public Hearing Oakwood Shores. Preamble and Resolution offered and adopted. Public Hearing Terry Avenue. Preamble and Resolution offered □nd adopted Recommendations for a new assessor mode. Daniel Scheuerman selected to be offered the position. London and Vander Bee ap­ proved to attend MT A Fall District Meeting. Sandy Beach Special Assess­ ment District tax refund denied. C-TEC Resolution adopted. Alley abandonment in Lakeside Sub. tabled. Approval for planning commis­ sion to attend convention in Grand Rapids. Ken Worsham hired at $10.00 per hour as Enforcement Officer. Approved split of Smith parcel on Willson Drive. Approved rezoning of same parcel to Residential Low Density. Clerk's reports presented and approved. Meeting adjourned at 9 35 p.m. Harvey E Vander Bee Clerk HELP WANTED • Assembly • Packing • Plastic Injection • Stacking Parts • Trim Parts • Custodial/Janitoral • Stock Picking • Hilo • Mig/Tig Welding • Metal Press Operators • Many General Labor Jobs WORKERS NEEDED TO START IMMEDIATELY! Openings on all shifts and for all experience levels! LET US PUT YOU TO WORK TODAY! Call for more information or apply 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Weekdays with 2 pieces of LD. I— X ■ -■ 507 36th Street S.E. GHANI) HAPIDG Approx. 1 Mlle East ol 131 PEOPLEMARK Americas Contemporary Work Force\ 616/245-6161 EQUAL OPPORTUNITY [UPLOYiR ORDINANCE NO. 94-13Z AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS (Township Policy on Privately Owned Public Water Supply Systems] Section 1. The Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia is hereby amend­ ed by the amendment of Chapter 3 thereof so as to add Section 3 48 as follows: Section 3.48 Compliance with Township Water Supply System Policy. (a) The use and Development of lands, buildings and structures within the Township shall comply in all respects with applicable provisions of the policies of the Township concerning privately owned public water supply systems, as such policies are adopted from time to time in resolutions, ordinances or other official actions of the Township Board. Such use and development of lands, buildings and structures within the Township shall include where applicable compliance with the Michigan Safe Drinking Water Act, Suggested Practice for Waterworks, Design, Construction and Operation, as adopted by the Michigan Department of Public Health, applicable standaros of the American Waterworks Association, the Fire Insurance Rating Guidelines of the Insurance Services Office and other regulations, standards and guidelines as set forth in the Township Water Supply System Policy or policies (b) In addition, the use and development of lands, buildings and structures within the Township shall comply with the Charter Township of Caledonia standards for public water supply systems, as adopted by Township Board resolutions or other official Township action from time to time. Accordingly, such use and development of lands, buildings and structures shall be carried out in compliance with Township re­ quirements concerning adequacy of water supply for fire protection purposes, re­ quired levels of flow of water for fire extinguishing purposes and design of water supply systems so as to adequately accommodate the expansion of the same, for the ultimate development of service areas covered by such water supply systems. The policy or policies of the Township concerning public water supply systems, whether privately owned or otherwise, and as adopted by the Township Board from time to time, shall be deemed to be included in this ordinance, wherever applicable Section 2. This ordinance shall become effective upon its publication or upon the publication of a summary of its provisions in a local newspaper of general circulation. Ayes: Nays: (311) (303) �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I October 4. 1994 / Page 19 CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN Minutes of a regular meeting of the Township Board of the Charter Township of Kent County. Michigan held at the Townsh.p and Village Hall. Caledonia. Michigan, on the __ day of_______ 1994 at 7GO pm Present Members WHEREAS^Sm legislation has permitted the Township to designate certain violations of Township Ordinance to be municipal crvrl infractions, and __ WHEREAS, the Township Board desires, by separate ordinances, to amend certain Township ordinances to provide civil infraction penalties. Member_______ made a motion, which was seconded by Member------------- - that each of the following ordinances be adopted ORDINANCE NO. 94-5 AH ORDINANCE TO AMEND ORDINANCE NO PERTAINING TO OUTDOOR ASSEMBLY. t“mOVIDE CWI.INFRACTION PANELTIES FOR THE VIOLATION THEREOF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS __ Section 1 Section 12 of Ordinance No 731 is hereby repealed and the following inserted Sec bon 12 Violations, ft shall be unlawful for a licensee, his employee, or agent, to knAWAdvertise. promote or sell tickets to. conduct, or operate an assembly without first ob laming a license as herein provided B Conduct or operate an assembly in such a manner as to create a public or private C Conduct or permit, with the assembly, any obscene display, exhibition, show, play, enter tamment or amusement D Permit any person on the premisess to cause or create a disturbance in. around, or near the assembly by obscene or disorderly conduct E. Permit any person to unlawfully consume, sell, or possess, intoxicating liquor white ° F Permit any person to unlawfully use. sell, or possess any narcotics, narcotic drugs, drugs or other substances as defined in Act 343. Public Acts of 1952 Any of the above enumerated violation is a separate offense and is a nuisance per se im­ mediately enjoinable in the Circuit Court Any violation is a municipal civil infraction, for which Ihi fine shall be not less than $100 nor more than $500 ^fTh^S)^ less than $200 nor more than $2,500 lor a subsequent offense, in the discretion of the Court, and In addition to all other costs, damages, and expenses provided by law For purposes ol this section, "subsequent offense" means a violation of this Ordinance committed by the same person within 24 months of a previous violation of this ordinance tor which said oerson admitted responsibility or was adjudicated to be responsible P*ltis further ordered that any ol the above violations is a sufficient basis for revocation ol the license and lor the immediate enjoining in the Circuit Court of the assembly Section 2. Publication/Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect 30 days following publication of this Ordinance, or a summary thereof, as provided by law ORIDNANCE NO. 94-6 ORDINANCE TO AMEND ORDINANCE NO. 73-3. PERTAINING TO THE ACCUMULATION OF TRASH AND JUNK. TO PROVIDE CIVIL INFRACTION PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION THEREOF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS Section 1 Amendment Section 3 of Ordinance No. 73-3 is hereby deleted and the follow ing inserted In its place and stead: Section 3 Violation of this ordinance is a municipal civil Infraction, tor which the fine shall be not less than $100 nor more than $500 for the first offense and not less than $200 note more than $2,500 lor subsequent offenses, in the discretion of the Court, and In addition to all other costs, damages, and expenses provided by law For purposes of this section, subsequent offense" means a violation of this Ordinance committed by the same person within 12 months of a previous violation of the Ordinance for which said person admit fed responsibility or was adjudicated to be responsible, provided, however, that offenses committed on subsequent days within a penod of one week follow ing issuance of a citation for a first offense shall all be considered separate first offenses Each day that such violation occurs shall constitute a separate offense. Section 2. Publication/Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect 30 days follow ing publication of this Ordinance, or a summary thereof, as provided by law ORDINANCE NO. 94-7 ORDINANCE TO AMEND ORDINANCE NO. 73-4, PERTAINING TO INOPERABLE MOTOR VEHICLES. TO PROVIDE CIVIL INFRACTION PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION THEREOF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEODNIA ORDAINS Section 1. Amendment. Section 3 of Ordinance No. 73-4 is hereby deleted and the follow ing inserted in its place and stead: . Section 3. Penalties. Violation of this Ordinance is a municipal civil infraction, for which the tine shall be not less than $100 nor more than $500 for the first offense and not less than $200 nor more than $2,500 for subsequent offenses, in the discretion ol the Court, and in addition to all other costs, damages, and expenses provided by law For purposes of this section, "subsequent offense" means a violation of this Ordinance committed by the same person within 12 months of a previous violation of the Ordinance for which said person admitted responsibility or was adjudicated to be responsible, provided, however, that offenses committed on subsequent days within a period of one week follow­ ing issuance of a citation for a first offense shall all be considered separate first offenses. Each day that such violation occurs shall constitute a separate offense Section 2. Publication/Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect 30 days follow ing publication ol this Ordinance, or a summary thereof, as provided by law ORDINANCE NO. 94-8 ORDINANCE TO AMEND ORDINANCE NO. 74-1. PERTAINING TO SWIMMING POOLS. TO PROVIDE CIVIL INFRACTION PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION THEREOF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS Section 1 Amendment. Section 13 of Ordinance No s 74-4 is hereby deleted and the follow ing inserted in its place and stead: Section 3. Penalties. Violation of this Ordinance is a municipal civil infraction, for which the fine shall be not less than $100 nor more than $500 for the first offense and not less than $200 nor more than $2,500 for subsequent offenses, in the discretion ot the Court, and in addition to all other costs, damages, and expenses provided by law For purposes of this section, "subsequent offense" means a violation of this Ordinance committed by the same person within 12 months of a previous violation ot the Ordinance for which said person admitted responsibility or was adjudicated to be responsible, provided, however, that offenses committed on subsequent days within a penod of one week following issuance ot a citation tor a first offense shall all be considered separate first offenses. Each day that such violation occurs shall constitute a separate offense Section 2. Publication/Effective Date. This Ordinance shall lake effect 30 days follow­ ing publication ot this Ordinance, or a summary thereof, as provided by law ORDINANCE NO. 94-9 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND ORDINANCE NO. 781. PERTAINING TO SANITARY SEWERS. TO PROVIDE CIVIL INFRACTION PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION THEREOF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS Section 1. Section 5 ot Article ill of Ordinance No 7*1 is hereby repealed and the follow ing is inserted m its place and stead Section 3 Penalties. Violation ol th*s Ordinance is a municipal civil infraction, tex wrwcn the fine shall be not less than $100 nor more than $500 t<»the first ottense and not less than $200 nor more tnan $2,500 for subsequent offenses, m the d.screbon ot me Court, and in addition to all other costs, damages, and expenses provided by law For purposes of this section, subsequent ottense means a violation ot this Ordinance committed by the same person within 12 months ol a previous violation ot the Ordinance tor wfwch said person admitted responsibility or was adjudicated to be response, provided, however, that ottenses committed on subsequent days witnm a penod of one week follow­ ing issuance of a citation tor a first offense shall ail be considered separate hrst ottenses Each day that such violation occurs shall constitute a separate ottense Any person violating any of the provisions ol the Ordinance shall, m addition, become habie tor any expense, toss, or damage occasioned bv reason ot such , oiat»on Section 2. Public a horVEftec five Date. This Ordinance shall take ertect 30 days »o«ow ing publication of this Ordinance, or a summary thereoL as provided by taw ORDINANCE NO. 94-10 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND ORDINANCE NO. 8*2 PERTAINING TO THE CAMPAU LAKE SANITARY SEWER SYSTEM. TO CIVIL INFRACTION PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION THEREOF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS Section 1. Section 1103 of Ordinance No 89-2 is hereby repealed and the following is in Section 1103. Any violation of Section 1101. or any violation beyond the time limit pro­ vided tor in Section 1102. shall be a municipal civil infraction, for which the fine shah not be less than $100 nor more than $500 for the first offense and not less than szw nor more than $2 500 for subsequent offenses, in the discretion of the Court, and m ad dition to all other costs, damages, and expenses provided by law For purposes ol this section subsequent offense means a violation of this Ordinance committed by the same person within 12 months of a previous violation of the Ordinance tor which said person admitted responsibility or was adjudicated to be responsible, provided, however, that offenses committed on subsequent days within a period of one week following is­ suance of a citation for a first offense shall all be considered separate first offenses Each day that such violation occurs shall constitute a separate offense Any person violating any of the provisions of this Ordinance shall, in addition, become liable lor any expense, loss, or damage occasioned by reason of such violation Section 2. Publication/Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect 30 days ipuow ing publication of this ordinance, or a summary thereof, as provided by law ORDINANCE NO. 94-11 AH ORDINANCE TO AMEND ORDINANCE NO. »1 1. ,,eRTAININ0 TOSTAEET ADDRESS NUMBERS. TO PROVIDE CIVIL INFRACTION PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION THEREOF TMF CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS Section 1. Section 7 of Ordinance No 91 1 is hereby repealed and the following is inserted Section 7 Violations. A violation o* this Ordinance is a municipal civil infraction, for which the fine shall be $15 for the first offense and $50 for subsequent offenses, in the discretion of the Court, and in addition to all other costs, damages, and expenses pro­ vided by law For purposes ol this section, subsequent offense means a violation of this ordinance committed by the same person within six months of a previous violation of this Ordinance for which said person admitted responsibility or was adjudicated to be responsible; provided, however, that offenses committed on subsequent days within a penod of one week following issuance of a citation tor a first offense shall all be con sidered separate first offenses Section 2. Publication/Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect 30 days follow ing publication ol this Ordinance, or a summary thereof, as provided by law ORDINANCE NO. 94-12 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND ORDINANCE NO. 93 1. PERTAINING TO THE CUSTODY AND CONTROL OF DOGS AND OTHER ANIMALS, TO PROVIDE CIVIL INFRACTION PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION THEREOF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS Section 1. Section 6 of Ordinance No. 93-1 is hereby repealed and the following is inserted S Section 5. Penalties. Any person violating Section 3(a) or Section 4(d) of this Ordinance shall be guilty of a misdemeanor, punishable by a fine not exceeding $500 or by imprison ment for a period not exceeding 90 days, or both such fine and imprisonment Any violation of any other provision of this Ordinance is a municipal civil infraction, tor which the fine shall be not less than $100 nor more than $500 for the first offense and not less than $100 nor more than $500 for the first offense and not less than $200 NOR MORE THAN $2,500 for subsequent offenses, In the discretion of the Court, and in addition to all other costs, damages, and expenses provided by law For purposes ol this section, •subsequent offense" means a violation of this Ordinance committed by the same person within 90 days of a previous violation of the Ordinance for which said person admitted repsonsibilily or was adjudicated to be responsible Section 2. Publication/Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect 30 days follow Ing publication of this Ordinance, or a summary thereof, as provided by law ORDINANCE NO. 94-13 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND ORDINANCE NO. 94 2 TO PROVIDE CIVIL INFRACTION PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION OF THE TOWNSHIP SUBDIVISION CONTROL ORDINANCE THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS Section 1. Section 7.6 ol Ordinance No. 94-2 is hereby repealed and the following is In sorted in Its place and stead: Section 7.6. A violation of this Ordinance is a municipal civil infraction, for which the fine shall be not less than $250 nor more than $1,000 for the first offense and not less than $500 nor more than $2,500 for subsequent offenses, in the discretion of the Court, and in addition to all other costs, damages, and expenses provided by law For purposes of this section, "subsequent offense" means a violation of this Ordinance committed with respect to a separate incident by the same person within 24 months of a previous violation of the Ordinance for which said person admitted responsibility or was adjudicated to be responsible. „ Section 2. Publicatlon/Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect 30 days follow ing publication of this Ordinance, or a summary thereof, as provided by law ORDINANCE NO. 94-14 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA TO PROVIDE CIVIL INFRACTION PENALTIES FOR VIOLATION THEREOF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS: Section 1. Section 23.7 of the Township Zoning Ordinance is hereby repealed and the follow ing is inserted in its place and stead __ Section 23.7. Penalties. Any building or structure which is erected, moved, placed, reconstructed, raised, extended, enlarged, altered, maintained or changed in violation of any term or provision of this Ordinance, is hereby declared to a nuisance per se A violation of this Ordinance is a municipal civil infraction, for which the tine shall be not less than $100 nor more than $2,500 for the first offense and not less than $500 nor more than $5,000 for subsequent offenses, In the discretion of the Court, and in addition to all other costs, damages, and expenses provided by law. For purposes ol this section, •subsequent offense means a violation of a provision of this Ordinance committed by the same person whithin 12 months of a previous violation of the admitted responsibility or was adjudicated to be responsible, provided, however, that offenses committed on subsequent days within a period ol one week following the issuance of a citation lor a first offense shall all be considered separate first offenses Each day during which any violation continues shall be deemed a spearate offense Section 2. Section 23.8 of the Township Zoning Ordinance is hereby repealed Section 3. Publication/Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect 30 days follow ing publication of this Ordinance, or a summary thereof, as provided by law ORDINANCE NO. 94-15 AN ORDINANCE TO PROVIDE FOR THE ISSUANCE OF CITATIONS FOR CIVIL INFRACTIONS AND TO PROVIDE THE PROCEDURE THEREFOR THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS Section 1. Township Supervisor. The Township Supervisor is authorized to issue citations for violation of any Township ordinance which is designated to be a municipal civil intrac tion if the Supervisor has reasonable cause to believe an infraction has occurred, based upon personal observation or the report of a person who has allegedly witnessed said infraction Section 2. Township Building Inspectors. The Township Building Official is authorized to issue citations or violations ol those building codes which the othciai is responsible for administering and enforcing if the official has reasonable cause to believe an infraction has occurred, based upon personal observation or the report of a person who has allegedly witnessed said infraction * Section 3. Zoning Ordinance. The Township Zoning Administrator is hereby authorized to issue citations for violation of the Zoning Ordinance which the Zoning Administrator has reasonable cause to be'ieve an infraction nas occurred, based upon personal observation or the report of a person who has allegedly witnessed said infraction Section 4. Form ol Citations. Citations shall be numbered consecutively and should be in a form approved by the State Court Administrator s office. Section 5. Service. Citations shall be served upon the alleged violator as provided by law Section 6. Appearance. Citations shall require appearance at the District Court within a reasonable tune after the citation has been issued Section 7 Procedure The procedures for the admission or demal of responsibility, request for informal or formal hearings, and all other matters related to processing of citations for civil infractions shall be as provided by law Section 8. Publication/Effective Date. This Ordinance shall lake effect 30 days following publication of this Ordinance, or a summary thereof, as provided by law A roll can vote was taken upon the adoption of said ordinances as follows YEAS Members NAYS Member ORDINANCE DECLARED ADOPTED 1st Reading Date Sept 21. 1994 2nd Reading Date Effective Date (313> �Page 20 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / October 4. 1994 Call for Classifieds... PLACE YOUR ADVERTISING MESSAGE HERE ••795-3345 Rates: 5 wards for $2.75 then IO* per word, tf you pay In advance, you save 50* billing charge. Deadline is Friday at 4:00 p.m. For Sale PLACE A CLASSIFIED AD in this paper 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by calling 948-4450 using a touch tone phone. Antiques & Collectibles] BUYING- OLD POST­ CARDS, adv. cards, pocket watches, also watch chains, jewlcry, Phone 616-948-4094. Hastings. For Rent FOR RENT Currently taking applications. One bedroom - Senior Citizens Apartments. Rent Based on income. 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Elaborate looking schools Instead of a good place to learn, buying more proper­ ty without the vote of the district shows the irresponsi­ bility of the board. Philip M. Longstreet K ITALIAN MIDDLEVILLE’S FINEST 117 West Main, Middleville CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP BOARD The regulor meeting of the Caledonia Township Board was colled to order at 7:02 P.M. Present Gorbow R DeVries Gould. J. DeVries. Jousma Dielemon. Snyder. Also Present: 4 citizens. Randy Wilcox. Engineer, and Jim White Attorney. MINUTES: Approved as printed. BILLS: Reviewed Moved Snyder support Dielemon to ap­ prove bills as printed. Ayes: All. MOTION CARRIED. BUILDING REPORT AND TREASURER REPORT Reviewed JERRY GOOD: Stated that he was disappointed in the Board for authorizing money to appeal his tax tribunal. Stated that it was up to the Board to keep tax rotes low. Discussion was held KEISER DRAIN: Randy Wilcox reviewed the problem and solu­ tion. If the project is done concur­ rent with the sewer project, it could save some money Could use some CBGB funds SUB DIVISION AMENDMENT 2nd reading. Reviewed. Moved Snyder support J. DeVries to ap­ prove Ordinance 94-4 sub division amendment. Ayes: All. MOTION CARRIED PRIVATELY OWNED PUBLIC WATER SUPPLY SYSTEM: 1st Reading. Reviewed CONTRACT BETWEEN TOWNSHIP AND KENT COUNTY FOR CAMPAU/KETTLE LAKE SEWER PROJECT: Jim White ex­ plained the contract. Same os the M-37 sewer contract. Reviewed the process of the project. Action tonight for the contract, resolu­ tion for Sewer Assessment District at October meeting, and a Public Hearing set for Wednes­ day, November 9th. Moved Gould, support J. DeVries to ap­ prove contract between the Township and the County. Ayes: All. MOTION CARRIED TREASURER AND SUPERVISOR COMPENSATION: Reviewed by Jim White. Asking for compensa­ tion for Gorbow and R DeVries for extra meetings that are at­ tended by them at $20.00 per hour and no more than $2,000.00 per project. General fund would pay for and then be re-imbursed once bond is sold. Discussion was held. Moved Jousma, support Dieleman to adopt resolution for Supervisor to be paid $20.00 per hour with a cap of $2,000.00 for the M-37 sewer project and the same compensation for the Compau/Kettle Lake sewer project. Ayes: Jousma, Dieleman. Snyder, R. DeVries, Gould, J DeVries. Abstain: Gorbow. MOTION CAR- Phone 795-7911 Sun.-Thurs. 5:50 to 10:50 p.m. Frt. & Sot. 5:50 to 12:50 O.m. SUMMARY OF MINUTES September 12. 1994 President Myers called Speda/s not valid with Free DeNvery —coupon— FARO'S ITALIAN PIZZA Middleville NOT VALID WITH ANY OTHER SPECIAL J SubS • LOSDgnO the • 891-9287 Caledonia's Finest • Pan Pizza • Bread Stix • Regular Pizza • Subs Dinners • Wet Burrito • Taco Pizza zi UNBELIEVABLE SPECIAL 4* He. BUY ONE PIZZA AT REGULAR PRICE, GET SECOND ONE FOR 1/2 PRICE NO . UiTEO' Buy One Sub I at Regular Price NEW! • Wet Burrito Oliver updated Council on * FREE 2 Liters of Pepsi ★ ...with any pick up pizza order No coupon needed No free pop with free delivery 15 Minutes Take Out or Eat in or Fast Free Delivery Within 5 Miles NO FREE POP with Specials ASK ABOUT OUR SPECIAL OF THE DAY — PARK IN REAR — U $499 f Only... I Public Hearing at 6:30 p.m.. Oct. 10, 1994 in regards to special provements along West Main Support by French. Ayes all. VandenBerg Carried. Absent None Jo Scafani approached Council Guests: Don and Edwina with request to bring in sand for the Volleyball Court on Village property and removal after Heritage Day Bray moved that Council grand the request from Jo Bray moved that Council not Scafam Co Chairperson of the participate in the 1995 Mayor Ex Heritage Day Committee, to bring in sand for the Volleyboll Court Spaghetti • Burritos • Chips A Cheese AB of our pizzas include our Special Sauce and 100% Mozzarella Cheese PIZZA ► Get the 2nd Sub Good Only Sunday thru Thursday (NOT VALID Friday and Saturday! Try Our. FARO’S — REGULAR MEETING — Save up to 70% On second Pizza NO COUPONS • NO FREE POP NO FREE DKUVERV they would like to start petroling on October 24th for a sixteen hour shift. We may be only get­ ting 10-12 hours and only paying for the 10-12 hours per day Mov ed J DeVries support Snyder to start police protection on October 24 th 1994 Ayes All MOTION CARRIED. Resolution to establish Township property tax rates for 1994. Moved Jousma. support Snyder to approve resolution to establish property tax rote for 1994 Ayes All MOTION CAR RIED Amend the.budget Moved Jousma. support Gould to ap­ prove the amendments as presented. Ayes All. MOTION CARRIED. R DeVries stated that a check was not received from Doug VerMeulen and was due on the 20th and that last month Doug hod to be called to receive his check. Moved Snyder, support Dieleman to authorize Gorbow to shut Doug down until the money is received. Ayes R DeVries. Gould J DeVries. Dieleman Snyder. Nays Gorbow. Abstain Jousma MOTION CARRIED Question on zoning compliance form. Just o check list CIVIL INFRACTIONS 1st read on amendments of 11 ordinances. FUTURE GROWTH COMMITTEE REPORT Norma Sprite gave the report. 80% of the survey return­ ed stated that the people would like to retain the rural at mosphere Each member has taken one or two items and are working on what action to take Next meeting will be October 11th. Moved Snyder support Jousma to adjourn at 9: IB P.M. Ayes All MOTION CARRIED Respectfully submitted. Patricio Snyder Caledonia Township Clerk (302) EVERYTHING PREPARED FRESH DAILYll Caledonia Village Council TWO PIZZAS for ONE SPECIAL PRICE! r RIED Moved Dielemon, support Jousma to adopt resolution for Treasurer to be paid $20.00 per hour with a cop of $2,000.00 for the M-37 sewer project and the some compensation for the Campou Kettle Lake sewer project. Ayes: Dielemon Snyder. Gor­ bow. Gould. J. DeVries. Jousma. Abstain R DeVries MOTION CARRIED HOME OCCUPATION: 2nd reading Reviewed Moved J. DeVries, support R. DeVries to accept recommendation of the Planning Commission to approve Ordinance No. 494-12Z. Home Occupations. Ayes: All. MOTION CARRIED. PLANNING COMMISSION REPORT: Dielemon gave the report TEXT AMENDMENT FOR PMR RENEWALS: 1st Reoding LIBRARY BOARD APPOINT WENT Jousma reported that the library board recommends Mog­ gie Rupple and Eric Longman Moved Dieleman. support Jousma to approve library board recommendation. Ayes All. MO­ TION CARRIED SEMINAR: Moved Dieleman support Jousma to allow Ruth and Pat to attend one seminar. Ayes: All. MOTION CARRIED C-TEC PUBLIC HEARING Colled to order at 8 30 P.M Snyder ex plained the settlement Public hearing closed at 8:36 P.M. Mov ed Jousma. support Gorbow to accept the settlement offer. Ayes All MOTION CARRIED SNOW PLOW BIDS Discussion Take out all sidewalks and have Phil Datema do those. Moved Dieleman. support Gould to publish for bids. Ayes: All. MO­ TION CARRIED OTHER BUSINESS Police pro tection. Gorbow explained that events Suppc-t by VandenBerg Oliver chairperson of Porks and Rate Charges the option selected for volunteers from the communi - P • Salads Taco Pina " NO COUPON needed Spaghetti | - COUPON | - COUPON A 12 SPAGHETTI/.1 2G,AMT / | DINNERS I'I BURMTO w2G,AHTW£7 ' ot COMBO ' lasagna I includes Garlic Bread I $£99 Q I I 1 expires 41/3A>4 I / Not valid m conjunction / with any other coupons T | Faro’s Pizza • Caledonia . b_ _PhJ9W8_7____ I I Not valid in conjunction with any other coupons | Faro’s Pizza • Caledonia ■ x Ph. 891-9287 I PICK UP ONLY • READY IN 15 MINUTES rteJseOtf Dan Schelt.nger moved the printed Shoemaker reviewed the August onaenBerg Ayes oft Corned VandenBerg moved that Coun Schellmger moved that Council authorize Police Chief sprove the Wastewater Treat Shoemake, to attend the Ch.Id Construction $154,323 00 Pre.n & Newhof PC. $8 887 59 Barry County $25 OOCi X and Construe hon Retamer $49 735 X Support by Stogray Ayes oil Corned Schelltnger inquiring about the deon.ng of rhe lot on Charles Street Bray moved that Council hold a Violence Conference September 26 < 27 1994 in Lansing. Support all. Corned no further business French moved for adjournment Support by Bray Meeting adburned at 8 Of - Village Clerk (304) Cheryl Hooper "Ona ct Rx>»’toot a ai good as ary istMca COURT'’ Special Sauces and !00% Real Cheese 9790 CHERRY VALLEY, M-37 - CALEDONIA � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/704/SunandNews_1994-10-11.pdf 430440562775fb35fd9af046f4d37f42 PDF Text Text WBRAI o ■| i hast mgs KiC nd Neios'-js- uor 121 i-rwrcn bastings, Hl* ■ "rM » PtmitNo. 7 r. Your Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas No. 36 I October 11, 199^ Middleville, Michigan 49333 124th Year Village planners OK Bradford White rezoning retroactively by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The Middleville Village Planning Commission will send a recommendation on to the Village Council to ap­ prove a rezomng and site plan for Mike Leedy. The request was made so that a portion of Leedy’s pro­ perty al 608 Grand Rapids St. could be rezoned to heavy in­ dustrial (1-2) so that he might lease lhe property to Bradford White for additional parking Technically, no work should have been done at the site until final approval was given But that was not the case Village staff got word through Wayne Johnson of Bradford White on the day the company was beginning to have a portion of property that had been approved for park ing earlier and the additional property Village Planner Jason Cherry told Johnson that he would not issue a slop work order for the additional park­ ing since it had been discussed at the public hearing for the other land that is right behind the self-storage units Cherry said that if for some reason the rezoning and site plan were not approved, retroactively, then the pave­ ment would have to be remov­ ed and the site returned to its former state. A report to the planners said. 'The Bradford White Corporation has seen fit to change a land use without securing the proper rezoning or site plan reviews properly and in advance. "Given that the company has now had experience several times with the current version of the zoning or­ dinance. staff wonders how this kind of error can keep occurring ” However, because of the location of the property behind the credit union and lust south of the other parking that was already approved, this is a logical choice for the land use After holding the public hearing, the Planning Com­ mission decide to recommend that rezoning to the Village Council by a vote of 5-1 with George Hathaway opposing. Some additional re­ quirements also were placed on the project, including that adequate screening be put up so that the parking lot will be completely hidden from the neighboring homes. The commission also in­ dicated that the lot should have some type of island to help with ingress and egress from the lot. and that the park- See Village planners 'on page 2 Bakeries beware! Students in the foods classes taught by Joyce Domire at Thornapple Kellogg High School have been filling the halls with the delicious smells of their cooking They have worked to make their projects pleasing to the eyes as well. When pairs of students teamed up to decorate layer cakes hidden talents turned up. Students (from left) Starr Garbow, Jeff Purdum, Angie Rack, Jason Count, and Jenny Veen display some of the masterpieces. Extension of special use to be decided Oct. 17 Caledonia Twp. Plan Commission tables Fitzsimmons sand pit decision by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Issues once again swirl around an old Caledonia Township sand pit seemingly on the road to reclamation. These issues have forced the Township Planning Com­ mission to delay until Oct. 17 a decision on whether to give the pit operator more time to complete the project. Owner Jack Fitzsimmons and mine operator Mike Slachter of K-S Bulldozing have asked for an extension of the special use permit that allows them to remove sand and regrade the steep slopes of the former pit into useable terrain. The permit expires in December. Slachter says he cannot complete the work by the deadline. The township is asking why. A sand mine worked before the present PMR (planned mineral removal) ordinance was passed, the Fitzsimmons pit. located at 6990 Alaska Ave., had never been rehabilitated into a useable state Its steep, eroded sandy slopes created an eyesore in the rural neighborhood bordering the Thornapple River. Two years ago, the late Harold Fitzsimmons hired Slachter to take out enough sand so the slopes could be regraded and the land restored to a useable terrain. Fitzsimmons said he wanted to create residential building sites on the land Because it was a muchneeded reclamation project, the township granted Fitzsim­ mons and Slachter a two-year special use permit that would Caledonia Plan Commission sets Nov. 7 public hearing for zoning by Barbara Gall Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Planning Commmission last week agreed to hold a public hearing at its Nov. 7 meeting to lake comment <»n several amendments to the zoning ordinance. The changes include clarification and more specific language for parking and for ingress and egress re­ quirements for non-residential developments. After public comment. the commission will decide whether or not to recommend the amendments for Township Board approval The commission also took a preliminary look al a new development just in the plann­ ing stages. Engineer Tom Burgess of Nederveld Associates, spoke for the members of the law firm Schenk, Boocher and Prasher, who are the primary developers of the project. He said that 87 single­ family residences are envi­ sioned for the 140-acre pro­ perty More land may be add­ ed to the development, he added Lot sizes in the site­ condominium development would average slightly more than an acre, he said, but add­ ed that the developers are negotiating a plan to join the expanded Campau Lake sewer district to meet tow nship zon­ ing ordinances The development area is designated for low density residential development on the township's land use plan map With public sewer and water available, the allowed density is one to two units per acre, said Township Planner Mark VanderPloeg No public water systems are planned for the area Burgess said the developers’ preliminary plan shows nearly 40 percent of the property will be left in its natural slate. Also being considered is a donation to the township of five acres of land adjacent to the present Campau Lake waste water treatment plant This donation would allow expansion of the plant and could provide the township the site for a much-needed fire department sub-station to serve that end of the township, said Supers isor Tom Garbow The commissioners said they liked the look of the preliminary plan, as long as the development would be served by public sewer. The developers, therefore, will continue to work with VanderPloeg in preparing a preliminary site plan for the project allow the regrading and the removal of up to 10,000 cubic yards of sand. The sale of the sand was allowed to help defray the cost of the reclamation work, and the two were not required to obtain the usual PMR permit required for sand mines in the township. Now the commission is questioning Slachter’s asser­ tion that more time is needed and more sand needs to come out of the old pit to complete the project as planned. To add to the confusion, Slachter faces some issues of non-compliance with his original permit, and residents and township officials have expressed concern over what seems to be a commercial sand mine operating in a residential district. These problems have made doubters of some pit neighbors and Tow nship Plan­ ner Mark VanderPloeg, who now is recommending the ex­ tension be denied. Though he found the regraded slopes to be in "good shape’’ during a Sept. 26 inspection of the pit, VanderPloeg noted that re­ quired fencing had only recently been installed around the pit area, and that a sign identifying hours of operation has never been put up at the pit entrance. He also noted that the pit had been cleared of tree stumps and ocher brush that apparently had been dumped there, though no dumping of debris was to be allowed at the operation. Another concern is that though Slachter has paid the township nearly $5,000 since the original permit was issued, he has never reported the actual amount of sand removed during that time. During an Oct. 3 public hearing, residents cited con­ cerns over continued removal of sand and the noncompliance issues. Traffic and questions about ground water also were raised. Although he said little dur ing the hearing, Slachter said in a phone interview after­ ward that he has letters from “nine or ten” residents of the neighboring Pine Edge development who favor com­ pletion of the reclamation project. He also said that he will fur­ nish the figures on sand removal to the township by the Oct. 17 meeting. Completion of the project, however, will require more sand removal, he said. “There is no way to com­ plete the reclamation without taking out some more sand. I told the Planning Commission when they asked me about it that maybe as much as 50,000 to 100,000 cubic yards of sand still has to come out to get the land the way it should look, but that’s only an estimate," he said. He conceded that he had neglected the fence and the sign, but emphasized that he has been very careful not to take out the mature trees, as neighbors had requested, and that he directs all his trucks to travel north on Alaska Avenue to 68th Street, also a stipul.i lion of the permit. “1 have spent a lot of money leveling the sand hills up there to make it look nice, and I’m creating some ex­ cellent building sites." he said. “I do not believe any commercial interest is outweighing lhe original reclamation project.” Despite all these questions. Planning Commission Chair­ man Dick Dunn closed discus sion on the pit after a public hearing on the extension last week. However, he said the Fitzsimmons pit will be the first item on its Oct. 17 agenda In his memo to the commis­ sion, VanderPloeg recom­ mended denying the request to extend the special use permit for several reasons, including: — The applicant did not comply with all requirements See ‘Twp planning’ on page 2 In This Issue... • Freeport Council town meeting to decide Sunday liquor sales • Fundraising is ‘Mickey Mouse’ stuff for CHS orchestra • Familiar faces retiring at Caledonia Farmers Elevator • Dedication, hard work keys to successful TK marching band �Page 2 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I October 11, 1994 Middleville man pleads guilty to causing death A 29-year-old Middleville man accused of killing a 17year-old Caledonia High School student in a traffic ac­ cident last October pleaded guilty Friday in Barry County Circuit Court to a charge of killing the student while driv­ ing drunk. Timothy A. Tape pleaded guilty to a charge of causing a death while driving with a blood alcohol level over .10 percent. A .10 percent is con­ sidered legally intoxicated. That charge carries a maxi­ mum sentence of 15 years or a $2,500 to $10,000 fine, or both. Tape's license also will be revoked. Tape pleaded guilty to the charge as part of a plea agreement with the Barry County Prosecutor's Office. In exchange, the prosecutor will drop a charge Tape committed manslaughter with a motor vehicle, which is punishable by up to 15 years in prison or a $7,500 fine, or both. The prosecutor also will drop a charge that Tape failed to stop at a serious personal injury accident, which has a maximum sentence of five years in prison or a $5,000 fine, or both. Sentencing was set for Oct. 27. Tape was accused of caus­ ing the death of Vito Lom­ bardo Jr., who was a senior at Caledonia High School and a member of the varsity football team, in an auto accident in Thornapple Township Oct. 23. Lombardo was driving south on M-37 near Rnkbeiner Road when his car was hit head-on by a north­ bound truck driven by Tape, according to Barry County Sheriffs deputies. They said the truck crossed the center line to hit Lombardo. Lombardo was trapped in the car, but was extricated and taken by helicopter to Butter­ worth Hospital in Grand Rapids, deputies said. He died from his injuries the next day. Lombardo s passenger. Tellis Brown, 17, of 6225 Wing Ave., Kentwood, was not hurt, deputies said. Village planners continued from front mg spaces be marked to con­ trol parking within the lot The additional 60- by 80-foot parcel, plus the por (ion that was approved in August, increases Bradford White's parking by 63 spaces. A final note was made in the report and supported by the commission that “if the Brad­ ford White Corporation should choose to disregard and violate the laws of the village, (hat the village do whatever is necessary to ter­ minate such violations. In other business, the Mid­ dleville planners had a joint meeting with the Thornapple Township Planning Commis­ sion to discuss how the two might work together more closely. This was the first joint meeting of the village and township planners who had decided earlier in the year that it would be good for them to meet on a quarterly basis to discuss and work out common goals, problems, and needs. Twp. Planning continued from front of the original permit, such as the the fence and the sign — The request is based on­ ly on a need for more time, a reason he did not believe substantial enough to grant the extension. — Allowing this extension could be precedent setting, and encourage others to ex­ ploit the zoning ordinance. However. VanderPloeg also included some recom­ mendations. should the com­ mission decide to allow the project to continue under an extension of the special use permit. These include requiring a full engineering analysis of the site, and limiting the ex­ tension to one year Check­ points would be established, ensuring that the work would, indeed, be completed by December 1995. VanderPloeg also would recommend the applicant be required to post a perfor­ mance bond of $10,000 for the extra year’s work. Should the commission decide to deny the SlachterFitzsimmons request for an extension, the township then could oversee the completion of the work to some reasonable degree. In this situation, the township would call on the credit a local bank has extend­ ed Slachter to complete the project. Although the public hearing on the issue has been closed, residents still can express their opinions through letters sent to the township office, 250 Maple Street, Caledonia, 49316. Planning Commission meetings begin at 7:30 p.m. and are held in the Caledonia Village-Township Hall, 250 Maple. Quality Programs............ Quality People Miller REAL ESTATE 2. 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FREEPORT This 4 bodroom homo is new on the market Features .nctude formal dm.ng room, fireplace tn living room, central a«r a full bath 2 . cor garage and an extra garage ♦or storage Middleville School System Catl Gene Poll office 795 3305 or home 795 9521 572 900 [3 Cathy Wilhamson CRS GR1 .795-9090 Kav Stolsonburg. Assoc Broker....................... 795-7272 Gene Poll. Assoc Broker. GRI..............795-9521 Office: 497 Arlington, M-37 Phone (616) 795-3305 -OFFICES IN HASTINGS AND MIDDLEVILLE* L=J Letters ‘Outside job’ unwise use of taxpayers funds To the editor: Caledonia Community Schools is trying to conserve money in these unstable times. The supervisor of building and grounds, with the ap­ proval of the director of aux­ iliary services, gave an “out­ side job” to the high school­ middle school complex super­ visor. This job was done by the same building and grounds supervisor, and the high/middle school supervisor. This job. requested on Aug. 3, and not started until Aug. 22, was sanding and revamishing a bench-planter outside of the high school office. The cost was $1,200. The expenses to do this planter was approximately $100. The rest was profit Ac­ cording to the director of aux diary services, it took both of them working on it a total of 22 hours. I checked with some of the people who saw them doing this job. and found out the supervisor of building and grounds wasn’t even there on more than one occasion. They also stated they worked one night until 2:30 a m. and then had to be at their regular jobs at 6 a m., a matter of 3 Mi hours. Their regular work had to suffer. On Aug 24. the highmiddle school supervisor was working on this by himself after his regular paid shift began, so he was being paid twice — his regular pay and the outside job at the same time. We have nine custodians working in that building who could have done this during regular working hours. The supervisor could have told some of them what to do. It isn’t complicated By August, the custodial staff has plenty of time to do this job. I think someone should ex­ plain why this wasn’t done as pan of their regular job and saved the taxpavers at least $1,100. Agnes Benedict Retired custodian at the Caledonia High and Middle School Freeport Fire Dept to have ‘Fire safety day’ Saturday by Jean Gallup Staff Writer An all-day event will take place in Freeport this Saturday to bring the message of fire safety to area residents and children and have fun at the same time. It will all take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in or around the Freeport Volunteer Fire Department grounds. A parade at noon, the Aero-Med helicopter, two drawings for door prizes, food and demonstrations on how to avoid fire hazards will be part of the day. A puppet show for the children, put on by firefighters wives at 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. will stress the best ways for a youngster to react if fire does strike, such as how to use "stop, drop and roll" to escape a smoke-filled room, and EDITH (Exit Drills in the Home). The "puppets" will also give the kids advice on more fire safety, and teach them the American Red Cross fire "rap” song. Firefighters will hold a fire extinguisher demonstration al 11 a.m. The Freeport Department also has newly purchased equipment that to help get victims out of automobiles after accidents, and they will be putting on a demonstration of the equipment with a "simulated victim” in a "wrecked car," said event organizer Doug Reynhout. The new tool is a Kinman rescue tool or "jaws' that cuts through metal. Power for the new jaws, as well as that of an air chisel, comes from the fire trucks, Reynhout explained, and the new jaws are easier for firefighters to operate. Reynhout, who is a firefighter, pointed out that the jaws can be used even w lien submerged. That demonstration is scheduled for 2 p.m. "Well have two drawing for door prizes on Saturday, one at 11:30 am and one at 3:30 p.m.," be said, adding that winners do not have to be present to win The prizes will be donated for the event by area businesses Other area emergency services will join the Freeport squad in games and contests using firefighting equipment, Reynhout said. Food is part of the fun, with hot dogs, popcorn and a beverage available when the visitors feel like a snack. A $1 ticket buys the food, plus automatic entry into the drawings, and also helps support the fire department The "Smoke House" from Wayland will be on the premises, and tours may be taken by children and parents during the day. Many valuable safety tips on how to deal with fire, and also ways to prevent a fire are given during the tour of the "Smoke House," which is staffed by firefighters. The children will be able to "put out a fire" with a smaller "burning building" loaned to Freeport by the Caledonia Fire Department. With simulated flames coming out of the roof of the small building, children will be allowed to spray the "flames" with a garden hose and knock the fire out, Reynhout said. "This is our third year of large scale activities for fire safety," he said. Expected to appear during the day are "Smoky Bear" and "Captain Canteen" with his friend "Quick Kick." Also, it is possible that "Sparky the Fire Dog" may be on hand to greet the children. Because of a computer problem. some area emergency services were not reached to invite them to attend the day However, all fire departments and emergency services are invited to come to the event with both equipment and personnel and participate. Tickets can be obtained from any Freeport Volunteer Firefighter. For more information, call 765-5109. Birth Announcment Michael and Melissa Myers are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, McKarla Marie, born Sept. 27 at 3:53 p.m . weighing 7 lbs , 3 ozs. and 19 inches long Proud grandparents are Lon and Cheryl Myers, Mid dlevillc; Gary and Karen Mar tin, Ionia. REGARDLESS OF AGE,-^ We Otter A Variety of Health Insurance Plans • • • • • Major Medical Plans Short Term Major Medical Plan Hospital Indemnity Preferred Provider Option (PPO) Hospital Only NOT AVAIL ABLE IN ALL STATES CHECK WITH YOUR AGENT Through American Community F w T Mutual Insurance Company For okn« inlormation cootect STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY Call us for a quote for all of your insurance needs • Auto • Life • Health • Home • Business • Investment Caledonia Village Centre. 9365 Cherry Valley Ave. Caledonia 891-9294 ______________ —---------- �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / October 11. 1994 / Page 3 Talk Back Voting Questions By Douglas Busman, Caledonia Superintendent Some recent questions I have been hearing involve confusion about school elect ions. Hopefully this week’s column will help to answer some of those concerns. Q. Why can’t I vote at the same place for every election? A Our school elections are completely separate from elec­ tions held by counties, townships, and villages What com­ plicates things for Caledonia Community School residents is that we are made up of so many counties and townships. In fact. Caledonia Community Schools includes property in Kent. Allegan and Barry counties, causing school and township boundaries (Bowne, Caledonia. Cascade. Gaines. Kentwood. Leighton, Lowell, Thornapple) to sometimes overlap. Q. How do 1 know where I’m supposed to vote in a school election? The 99 square mile area comprising the school district is divided into three voting precincts: Pct. 1 votes at Caledonia High School and includes ail houses within the district which area south of 84th Street. (If you live on the south side of 84th Street, you are in Pct. I); Pct. 2 votes at Kettle Lake Elemen­ tary School and includes all houses within the district which are north of 84th Street and east of the Thomapple River; and Pct 3 votes at Dutton Elementary School and includes all houses within the district which are north of 84th Street and west of the Thomapple River Q. Why is it that the old voting machines are still used for some elections? Q. The voting machines are the property of the school district and have been used for school elections. In recent years the “Optech” voting system has been used for non-school elections Q. Can’t the school do something to speed up the voting process? A Ways are being investigated to help eliminate frustration caused by delays at the polling place. This could mean the replacement of the voting machines or the voter registration cards with a more efficient system. If you have questions about these subjects, or have a concern you would like to see addressed in this column, please either call the Caledonia Community Schools Administrative Office at (616) 891-8185 or write to Superintendent Douglas Busman at P.O. Box 128, Caledonia, MI 49316. Freeport council town meeting to decide Sunday liquor sales by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Residents of Freeport will have a chance to voice their opinions and cast a vote in a town meeting Nov. 7 on the Sunday sale of liquor in the village The Freeport Village Coun­ cil decided that holding a “town meeting.” where all residents could have a voice and a vote, was the only fair way to settle the issue. The request was made to the council by the owners of Our Village General. Herb and Nadine Smelker. who hold the only liquor-by-the-bottle Coy - Elmhirst Cheryl Renee Coy of Mar­ tinsburg. WV. and Michael Roger Elmhirst of Wyoming. Ml. announce their engage­ ment and forthcoming marriage. Coy is the daughter of Rosemarie Coy and Dr. and Mrs. Farrell Coy. all of Shepherdstown. WV. She is a 1976 graduate of Jefferson High School. Shenandoah Jet., WV. and a 1981 graduate of Hagerstown (MD) Business College. She is cur­ rently employed by Specialty Binding and Printing in Shepherdstown. WV Elmhirst is the son of Mr and Mrs. Russell Elmhirst of Caledonia. He is a 1979 graduate of Niwot (Colorado) High School and is employed by Auto Style Company in Grand Rapids. Wednesday , Oct. 12 Roast turkey, mashed potatoes w/gravy, peas, roll or stuffing, baked cinnamon apple, or fruit cup. Thursday, Oct. 13 Sloppy joe on bun. golden com. grape juice, cookie. Friday, Oct. 14 Pizza, baked beans or car­ rots. fresh fruit. Monday, Oct. 17 Ravioli/cheese. whole wheat bread, green beans, blueberry crisp. H.S. salad bar Tuesday, Oct. 18 Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes, carrots, whole wheat bread, pineapple NOTE: Whole or lowfat milk She explained that she and other workers are careful to see that the alcoholic beverages are not sold to those under 21. The Smelkers have owned the store for just over one year. Having a small store like this has always been a dream of Nadine’s, so. she is there seven days a week. 12 hours a day. The General also has fresh pizza, video rental, ice cream cones and miscellaneous grocery items in addition to selling beer, wine and liquor by the bottle. A private ceremony in Oc­ tober is planned, to be follow­ ed by a formal wedding in the summer. An open house will be held Oct. 23. to honor the 80th bir­ thday of Frederick J. Beuschel. Fred was born Oct. 25. 1914 to Frederick and Margaret Beuschel in Con­ klin. Michigan. He married Ruth SecIman in 1936 and was a dairy and fruit farmer in the Conklin area until 1945. They moved to Caledonia and raised their six children on their dairy farm in Leighton Township. In 1992 he and his wife were inducted into the Michigan Farmer’s Hall of Fame Fred has 21 grandchildren and 27 great-grandchildren. His family invites you to join the celebration from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday afternoon at the Ixighton Township Hall. 4475 Kalamazoo Drive at Green Lake No gifts please. State Bank of Caledonia Premier Club INVITES YOU TO JOIN US offered each day. Alt. menu at El. Monday, hot dog; Tues­ day, turkey on bun; Wednes­ day, salad bar; Thursday, hamburger; Friday, fishwich. On a get-away to Amish Acres Nappanee, Indiana Thomapple Kellogg Breakfast Menu Wednesday, Oct. 12 Scrambled egg. muffin, orange juice, milk Thursday, Oct. 13 Breafast pizza, pineapple, milk. Friday, Oct. 14 French toast sticks, banana, milk. Monday. Oct. 17 Cold cereal, cinnamon toast, orange juice, milk. Tuesday. Oct. 18 Ham and egg on biscuit, orange juice, milk. quest was because customers have asked to be able to buy the bottled liquor on Sunday since Barry County does allow for the sales after noon Smelker said she doesn't feel that the change would necessarily result in a large in­ crease in sales. However, there is opposi­ tion to the change. One resident said that nothing will be made better by the Sunday sales, and it would possibly just encourage alcohol abuse Smelker feels that it is real ly everybody’s personal choice. Frederick Beuschel to celebrate 80th birthday Engagements AREA LUNCH MENUS Thornapple Kellogg School Lunch Menu license in the village. So. on Monday. Nov. 7. at 7 p.m. in the community center, council will hear com­ ments and then take a showof-hands vote on the issue. "The council will abide by the decision made by the ma­ jority of those village residents present and act ac­ cordingly.” said Village President Art Bennett. "After we discussed this at the last meeting. (Oct. 3) the council decided that allowing village residents to vote was the fairest.” he added Nadine Smelker said that the main reason for their re­ WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 26, 1994 Itinerary: Newton-Welker wedding Teri Jo Welker and Timothy Patrick Newton ex­ changed wedding vows on June 11 at Wesley Park United Methodist in Wyoming. The bride is the daughter of Jean Fox of Alto and Gerald Welker of Mason The groom is the son of Doug and Judy Newton of Wyoming Matron of Honor was a very special friend. Cheryl Lamar Bridesmaids were Jody Welker, Karen Kaechele and Linda Winters. Flow er girl was Misstv Jo Welker Best man was John Newton, brother of the groom. Groomsmen were Bruce Uelker Greg Steffes and Chuck Manmsto Ringbearer was Layn Welker Ushers were Darryl Plummer and Scon Curtis ARRIVAL AMISH ACRES DOCUMENTARY FILM "BEYOND THE BUG( HOUSE k FARM GUIDED WALKING TOUR HORSE DRAWN BUGGY RIDES SHOPPING CRAFT DEMONSTRATIONS FAMILY STYLE THRESHERS DINNER COUNTRYSIDE NARRATED BUS TOUR "PLAIN k FANCY" LIVE MUSICAL Price of the trip is $55.00 per person which includes transportation, dinner theatre and guided tours We will board the bus in the parking lot east of the bank Wednesday morning at 8 45 and the bus will leave at 9:00 A.M. We will be returning Wednesday evening at 7:00 p.m. This trip is for our Special State Bank of Caledonia Prenuer Club Members only, so if you have fnends who would like to go, have them stop in the bank and Join The Club" Reservations must be made with full payment and will be accepted through October 12, 1994 State Aft . ... "t ALEDONIA 627 EAST MAIN STREET CALEDONIA. Ml 49316 (616)891-8113 H �Page 4 / The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml I October 11, 1994 Neighbors With. NORMA VELDERMAN Before I forget, would anyone have a picture of Houston and me walking in the Heritage Day Parade9 I want to keep a scrapbook of him and particularly, with the Lions club banner behind me. Please call me at 795-9715. That was our first time together other than at the leader Dog school. Thanks, so very much for your help. Ken and Rose Morgan are back home after a very wonderful vacation up north camping in the rough. They even did canning while up there. It was a vacation but a different wonderful change They were gone for a whole mom th Russ Bender said that quite a lot of people came to Forrest Bender s funeral. He had liv­ ed a good long life and was only sick for two months, quite a blessing. Jerry Spencer said that she and daughter Carol went to Il­ linois searching for family history. They went back to see the original home of Jack’s family in the Marseilles and Hennipin area Dave and Lorraine Otto went to Vermont and New Hampshire to see the color Six of the ten days they were gone were rainy. But it was a beautiful trip. Maureen Robinson said that they had a good Pumpkin World opening. Saturday . Thelma Carl attended the BPO group meeting last week Lois Bremer had a bndal shower for Angelda Good, who will become the bride of Andy Timpson. The shower was held on Sept. 24. Elaine Northrop said that they will have the soup and supper meals starting Oct. 21st. So she is busy with help­ ing with the planning, etc Ryal Northrop's brother had open heart surgery but is com­ ing along nicely. Over the weekend, the Stauffers went to brother Jack's place the color was just starting and was not at its peak of beauty Johnny and I ran into Betty and Ward Bender last week Good to see them, even if it was for just a few minutes. We ran into them at Burger King. Florence Fiala attended the retired teachers' meeting at Lakeview, last Wednesday. Attending with here were Ethel Gibson. Aileen Frisbee. Lib Palmer and Florence Fiala. Katie Wieringa has a friend who has a summer home at Lake Leelann. Joan Burger. Nome Freeman and Katie had wonderful golf Thursday through Sunday. My tape garbled the owner's name Lib Palmer had as callers Clare and Betty Mugridge, last Wednesday . Velma Steeby. Lucille Get­ ty, and Colleen Cox enjoyed supper out last week. Now Velma Steeby is back home in Florida. Bessie Nelson is enjoying various members and genera­ tions of her family. Bessie says that she’s a great­ grandmother. Brian Verlmde’s wedding is over now. Sue said that they bought a home in Grand Rapids and will be staying with Sue and Jim until they can move in. Beth Verlinde said they had a wonderful time at the wedding. Cathy Williamson said that her daughter Mindy and hus band bought a cottage at Gun Lake so they will be near Cathy and Don. Betty Koeplinger said it was Ray s birthday and so seven of them went out to breakfast to celebrate. Well, folks. 1 guess this is it for this week. Leighton church bazaar is Oct. 15 The Harvest Arts and Crafts Bazaar will be held Saturday. Oct. 15. from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Leighton United Methodist Church. 4180 2nd St.. Caledonia, (corner of 142nd and 2nd St.). The church phone is 891-8028 and the pastor is the Rev. Ray Townsend. For sale will be wood hand­ crafted items such as clocks, some antiques, and a local ar­ tist whose work is in the cur­ rent Roger's Dept Store calendar and on display in a variety of Grand Rapids ex­ hibits A bake sale and lunch at the church will be provided the day of the bazaar. LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church — Serving a Living Lord SUNDAY...... 9:45 a.m.. 11:00 a m * 6 00 p.m. WEDNESDAY............. Family Night - 6:30 p m 7240 68th Street, SE Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Rev. Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor. Darrel L. Schrock FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville Bruce N. Stewart, Pastor Lee Taylor, Assistant Pastor Sunday School....... ...9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service...... 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer 6:45 p.m. Word of Life Clubs 6:45 p.m. WELCOME TO CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A church with a caring heart for our community and the world” Sunday Services....... 9:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. M-37 at 100th St., Caledonia, Ml Church Office: (616) 891-1512 Rev. Gerald Van Oyen Al Tiemeyer Community Calling CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Rev. James Cusack Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass.......................5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass................. 9:00a.m. & 11:00a.m KETTLE LAKE INDEPENDENT REFORMED Proclaiming the Historic Reformed Faith. Services at 9:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m Worshipping at Kettle Lake School on Whitneyville Road South of 68th Street CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST Church School 9:30 a.m. Choir Practice 9:30 a.m. Worship Service............... 10:30 a m. 250 Vine Street Church Office — 891-8669 Parsonage — 891-8167 Rev. Bobby Dale Whitlock Gaines United Brethren Church Kalamazoo Avenue al 92nd Street Caledonia. Michigan Telephone 6984252 Pastor Mark Beers Pastor Scott Reaching People With Christ 8:30 am to 9:30 am — First Worship Service 9:30 am to 9:45 am — Coffee Fellowship 9:45 am to 10:45 am — Sunday School 10:45 am to 11 00 am — Coffee Fellowship 11:00 am to 12:00 — Second Worship Service LAKESIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH CHRISTIAN REFORMED 6201 Whitneyville Avenue Sun. Morning Worship. Sunday School............... Evening Service............ 10:30 a.m. . 9:30 a.m. . 6:00 p.m. Rev. Bernard Mulder, Pastor 868-6306 LEIGHTON UNITED METHODIST Peace Reformed Church Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Sunday Worship Services...... 8:30 or 11:00, 6:00 Nursery and Children’s Church utU be provided during both services "Set an example In speech, in Me. in tore. In faith and in purity ” __________________________________________ 1 Timothy 4 12 Sunday Morning Worship (Interpreted for hearing impaired). ..9:30 a.m. Sunday School.................................... .11:10 a.m. Sunday Evening Service..................... ..6:30p.m. Pioneer Club (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday..................... 6:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting - Wednesday..........................7:00 p.m. Youth Fellowship - Sunday.............................5:00 p.m. RAY TOWNSEND. Pastor QAOQ TIM DOUBLESTEIN. Youth Director OY1 ‘OUZO Traditional Roman Catholic Latin Mass MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED Rev. Fr. Francisco Radecki, CMRI 314 E. Main, Middleville Phone: 795-9030 Sacred Heart Devotions Sunday Mass: 4:00 P.M. 708 West Main Street Morning Worship Service............ 10:00 a m Sunday School.............................. 11:15 a.m. Evening Worship Service................ 6 00 p.m YOU ARE INVITED Confessions and Rosary: 20 Minutes before Mass WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 8546 WhrtneyviHe Ave. at 84th St •891-8661 ‘The Church where everybody is somebody., and Jesus Chnsf is Lord" Sunday School..................................... 930 am. Sunday Morning Worship..................... 10-30 a.m. Sunday Evening Worstup....................... 6 00 p m. Wed Mdwee* Prayer & Stole Study 7-00 p m Asstr Steve joctson. YoUhPan Mux Dir “God Cares for You” Cornerstone Wesleyan Church Meeting at the Comer of Wood School Rd. and Wing Rd. Services — Sunday School......... 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship__ Evening Worship........................6:00 p.m. Pastor Jeffrey Lee Phone 795-7076 Rev Roger Timmerman. Pastor 795-3667 MIDDLEVILLE and PARMELEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES 111 Church Street Parmelee Morning Worship........... 9 30 a m Middleville Sunday School............ 9 45 a m Middleville Worship...................... 1 TOO a m Rev. Lynn Wagner — 795-3798 Rev. Carroll Fowler — 765-5316 Barner Free • M-37 between Caledonia A Middleville Children's Church/Youth Worship during morning service*. Caraway Si puppet ministry for K 4ih during evening service* Sunday School.................................... 9:45-10:45 Wednesday Night “Family Night” 6:45-8:15 Include* Adventure Club, Choir* for Children and Adult*. High School Youth Group and Adult Clauc* For information call: 891-81 19 St. Paul Lutheran Kraft Ave A 84th St, Caledonia. Mi (Missouri Synod) "Be devoted to one another in brotherly love." Rom. 12:10 First Senrice...................................... 8:30 a m Sunday School..................................9:45 a.m. (Fellowship Coffee 9:45 a.m to 10:00 a.m ) Bible Classes................................... 10:00 a.m Second Service................................11:00 a m (All Services have a Nursery available) Rev. Robert Gerke Office 891-8688 Church: 891 9878 GUN lakf: COMMUNITY CHURCH -T 12200 Chief Noonday Road (al Gun lake) Wayland. Michigan 49348 • 795 7903 Barrier Free / Programs for All Ages j Z&W&r Sunday Worship 1000 am Sunday School ■J^f***- ± Family .Night ttd U HKHKT ''I 6 00 p rr. Church Office Phone — 795-9266 (Did ®imr (JFriljddiat (Uburch 5590 Whitneyville Ave . S.E. - Alto, Michigan 49302 Sunday School................... 10:00 a m. Morning Worship.............. 11:00 a m. Evening Worship................. 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Grayer Meeting/ Children's Classes......... 7 00 p.m. Royle Bailard, Pastor — 868-6437 — The Reorganized CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST of Latter Day Saints 8146 68th St near Whitneyville Ave Church School, Sonday.......................9 45 am. o (V.Vfft'v - Morning Wonhip r. 11 00 a m Evening Worship 6:00p.m. Wed. Fellowship ..7:30pm <«n homes or church/ call Pastor Robert Loesch 698-6027 �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml I October 11, 1994 I Page 5 Faith, new challenges prompt mom to go back to school by Margaret Fowier Staff Writer Cindy Tietz, wife and mother of two boys, added a new dimension to her already full life when she decided to go back to college Her love of music and sing­ ing. and faith that God was calling her to serve as a choir director or minister of music was why she chose to attend Grace Bible College in Grand Rapids This career is quite different from the one Tietz decided to pursue right out of high school, that of business and banking After earning her associate's degree from Davenport College in 1982. she worked at the Grand Rapids Teachers’ Credit Union for seven years "I suppose I could have gone back to school and got­ ten my bachelor s degree in business." Cindy said But. at the credit union I felt I had done it all and there was no challenge any more. " Even when Cindy left that position and was a "stay at home” mom. she was restless, though she cared for her two young sons. Jason and Cory, and her husband Don was busy as a corrections officer. There was also the care and keeping up of the family's Yankee Springs home. So. Cindy became a Mary Kay Cosmetics consultant and offered accounting services she did at home. She also add­ ed the job of day care for three youngsters. But Cindy still felt there Williamsons celebrate 30th anniversary Darrell and Joan Williamson of Middleville cele­ brated their 30th wedding anniversary on October 3, 1994. Darrell is employed by Hastings Manufacturing Co., and Joan is employed by Amway Corporation. Mr. and Mrs. Williamson have three children and two grandchildren A party consisting of family and friends was held in their honor on October 8, by their children. If a young driver in the family has your rates soaring, call us for help. [Payment Pions was something more she was to do ‘Finally, last spring. I made up my mind." she said. “Besides loving music, there was a big exodus of music staff at church and I saw a need there I had directed children's choirs before, but I wanted to be able to do more." That was the beginning of an endeavor that will take Cindy at least the next two years. As a child, she had taken both piano and voice lessons. After a while. Cindy lost in­ terest and quit taking the lessons. She decided that it would be good to resume piano lessons this summer to brush up Cindy Tietz who has recently returned to college after several years spends a before starting school. “I had problems finding a lot of study time at her piano after the children are in bed and her husband is at piano teacher who was work. available to work with me." Her classes are much dy had ever decided to go thoroughly enjoyed being a Cindy said. "Then. Harold smaller than they would be back to college, she and Don student again Freeman was recommended "I don't think you ap­ somewhere else. planned to host a foreign ex­ to me by fnends at church." "It’s very personalized. I change student for the school preciate college when you're “He became a mentor to younger." she said "As an needed to take a music theory year. help me get ready for every class that was scheduled early When Cindy’s need tor a adult, you’re much more aspect of college." she in the morning, a time I sitter came up this fall. Sonja focused explained. couldn't make because of get­ Eiken (their exchange student "He worked with me on ting the children off to school. from Germany) was more piano, voice, theory and "When I went in to explain than happy to help out. directing. Harold was a God­ my problem to the teacher, the Things are going well for send who became a g<xxl other students in the class Cindy in her studies. Within friend and prayer partner, too. were asked about making it a two years she’ll have earned "1 studied with him from Tuesday evening class in­ her associate’s degree in April 'til August And I learn­ stead. It all worked out and church music. ed more in that five months the class time was changed.” "I may go on and get a than I had in my 30 years,” bachelor’s degree, too,” she Cindy said. Cindy said. "Hamid gets so "That wouldn’t have hap­ said. excited about the music and pened at a bigger school, I Grace offers a church music­ my going to school. He helped would have not been able to degree and has recently added me get excited. a degree in the Christian take the course "He has been a real bless­ All of her other classes are music industry. ing for me!” in the morning, so child care Cindy is not sure which one The support from her fami­ has not been a problem. She she might pursue. ly and Freeman has helped did need someone to watch the After she adjusted to the carry Cindy through as the kids during her evening class. fact that she was older than necessary adjustments have That was where an extra most of the students and been made so she could go to blessing came in. Before Cin­ several of her teachers, Cindy college full time. "Time management has become so important, and it has been a big adjustment for the kids because I can’t just drop everything to do something with the boys,” she explained. Part of the solution came with giving her sons, who are Distribution in second grade and Rate preschool, more responsibili­ ty. especially when it came to picking up their own things. Cindy set aside her even­ ings for study time. 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ADAMS CENTER 675 East 16th Street Holland, MI 49423 Van Kampen Merritt* With A Seme (X Deechon* DOCTOR OF OPTOMETRY 133 E Man St.. C^eOoma, Ml 891-9224 A VI SIPC �Page 6 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I October 11. 1994 Musicians earning trip to Disney World Fund-raising is ‘Mickey Mouse' stuff for CHS orchestra by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Members of the Caledonia High School orchestra are hoping a little “Mickey Mouse” will send them a long way. All the way to Honda, in fact The CHS musicians have earned (he chance to play at Disney World in Orlando in February, but first they must earn the money to get there Enter the immortal rodent, whose catalog of “classic” gifts is available to bands and orchestras invited to play at the famous theme park The items being sold by the CHS students are new and unique to this catalog. They are not available in any retail stores, said CHS orchestra director Pete DeLille Based on the first Mickey Mouse color cartoon, “The Band Concert.” all the items in the catalog feature the slogan and Mickey Mouse logo for “Classic Toons.“ and include T-shirts, mugs. stationary, caps, key chains, picture frames and even a Classic Toon Time Motion Watch. Prices range from $3.50 to $50. with the students gening about 50 percent from the sale of each item This profit will go toward the $379 each of the 45 musi­ cians must earn toward the trip. The sale got under way Monday. Oct 10. and will continue until Nov. 10, said Marion Stewart, the orchestra representative for the Caledonia Music Association. “We’re hoping this project will provide all the funds we need." Stewart said. “Anyone who doesn't know an orchestra member, but who would like to pur­ chase one of these gifts can call me at 891-1378 and order.” she added. “Our proceeds from the items sold this way will go in­ to a general pool and be distributed among all the students when the sale is Help with federal government available on 3rd Thursdays locally On the third Thursday of each month, a representative from Second District Congressman Pete Hoekstra's office will be at the Thornapple Township Hall in Middleville to answer questions and offer advice on problems with the federal government. The representative will be at the hall at 200 E. Main Street the third Thursday from noon to 2 p.m. CARPET DRY-CLEANING ★ READY TO USE IN 1 HOUR ★ RESTORES TRAFFIC AREA ★ REASONABLE, PROMPT, PROFESSIONAL DOUG DEKRUYTER Owner/Operator (10 Yrs.) CLASSIC CARPET CARE 891*7231 New Design Full Service Family Hair Styling Salon Casualwear NEW! & Sportswear 4 TANNERS: 2 Booths & 2 Deluxe Beds NEW! We use and recommend product! by Caledonia Village Center (M-37) • 891*9257 — As Always, Walk-ins Are Welcome — over.” The Music Association also will sell the gifts from a booth set up at the fall concert, to be held in the CHS Performing Arts Center at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday . Oct 25. Gifts ordered will be delivered at the winter concert Dec 8. The middle school orchestra students also are helping out with the fund-raiser for their fellow musicians Gifts from the Disney catalog will go to the top middle school sales people. Stewart said Funds earned by the middle school orchestra will go into the general fund to benefit all the Disney-bound musicians. The CHS orchestra earned the chance to play at Disney World by sending an audition tape and a photograph of their group to Disney. The group will perform twice during its four-day stay in Florida, once at the Magic Kingdom and once possibly at Epcot Center. “For the students in the or­ chestra. the trip and the per­ formances will be their In­ terim program.” DeLille said. The CHS Interim is a fourday program scheduled each winter when students can ex­ plore special interests that are not part of the regular school curriculum. The orchestra trip coincides with the 1995 Interim week. “We think the chance to perform in a place like Disney World is going to be a unique opportunity for our kids,” DeLille said. The students' four-day passes to the Disney and MGM theme parks aren’t all bad. either. The CHS orchestra is now in its sixth year, with nearly 50 students participating. DeLille has built the organiza­ tion from a group of elemen­ tary students who started on string instruments nearly a decade ago Today Caledonia orchestra members are chosen to play in select musical groups throughout the area, such as the St. Cecilia orchestra and string orchestra. Caledonia audiences at local plays and visitors to the high school also have enjoyed music provided by string ensembles from the orchestra. “We re very proud of our students' progress.” DeLille said. “Being chosen to perform at Disney World will not only Candidate for State Representative TERRY GEIGER Parker's Pig Roast cordially invites you to ... With Special Guest State Representative Bob Bender Saturday, October is • 4:30*??? p.m. DINNER: 5:00-6:30 P.M. at the home of Dan and Linda Parker 3770 Bender Rd., Middleville $25 per family • $10 per person For more information please call . Vicki Jerkatis (616) 795-7389; Dan Parker (616) 795-9658. Sharon Rohrbacher (616) 374-8489 Pata tor by Getg&t tor State Recxeser’a'v© P O Bo« Woochana. Mi 4&S97-0088 Senior members of this year's CHS Orchestra are Deanne VandenKolk, cello (back, left); Brian Carter and Rhonda Hackney, percussion; Bridget Casey. French horn; Jason Kopenkoskey (front, left), violin and Kayne Culbertson, violin. Representing the Caledonia High School Orchestra in area musical groups are Kim Schmidtke (back, left), violinist in the St. Cecilia Youth Orchestra; Aaron Priskorn, trumpet, also selected to play in the Youth Orchestra; Mitch McRoy. bass, St. Cecilia String Orchestra; Laura Schmidtke (front, left), cello, Grand Rapids Youth Symphony and Aaron Buys, cello, St. Cecilia String Orchestra. Not pictured is seventh-grader Blair Spence, who also is performing with the String Orchestra. be fun, but also a new honor for us. It's a great pat on the back for the kids.” Anyone with questions about the orchestra or the fund-raiser should contact Stewart or call DeLille at Caledonia High School, 891-8129. Quick “No-Problem” Claims Service. When you have an insurance daim you won't have to wait long to receive your dam check ft youre nsured by Auto Owners Ask us about quck 'noprottem' dams service wrich pays tor your toss in a Pet of the Week Oops! Mama is a registered golden retriever. Papa is a wanderer. Now there are six, adorable, gold and white puppies waiting for homes. Take your pick of five girls and one boy, long or short coot. They ore just a few of the many fine animals currently available for adoption at the Barry County Animal Shelter. The shelter especially needs puppy ond kitten food, it's that time of year. Bedding is also needed. Anyone wishing to make a donation may stop by the shelter during regular business hours. The Barry County Animal Shelter is currently located at 825 W. Apple Street in Hastings. It is open from 9 o.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, ond on Saturday from 9 o.m. to noon. Cats ond kittens can be adopted for $6. The adoption fee for dogs and puppies is $10. (There may be additional costs for adult dogs for a rabies shot and license.) Also, you must sign a contract stating you will have the animal spayed or neutered within 30 days or by the time it is six months old. There is no fee for bringing on animal to the shelter. For more infor- maiion.call 948-4885. J.L. Schwartz Insurance Agency Our Policy is Service" 497 Arlington St. (M-37) Middleville, Ml 49333 Call: 795-3302 or 891-8208 duto-Ouwri Insurance M**ut**Cu Buw*** �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml / October 11, 1994 / Page 7 Capitol Commentary By Sen. Dick Posthumus If I were to ask you who is running for governor this fall. I'd bet you could tell me John Engler is seeking re-election and Howard Wolpe is challenging him. In fact, many Michigan voters could rattle off the names of the candidates running for attorney general, secretary of state, the Congress, state House and slate Senate But I wonder how many people cold tell me who is running for the Michigan Supreme Court. Or the Michigan Court of Appeals. Unfortunately, many of us are unfamiliar with judicial can­ didates. While most of us recognize gubernatorial and legislative candidates, we don’t hear as much about judicial challengers. Often, the people running for the Congress or the Legislature become more familiar to us because they generally have bigger campaigns and are more heavily covered by the media. And though those races are extremely important, the judicial races are equally significant. While the Legislature and gover­ nor help write the law, the courts interpret that law. Frequently, very liberal judges have thwarted the intent of the governor. Legislature and the desire of the public with their decisions. Opinions by some judges in the past — such as those preventing double bunking in prisons and making it easier to win high awards in lawsuits — have cost taxpayers a lot of money These judges most often are elected positions. As a result, it is important that all of us as voters become more aware of judicial candidates. So. in this week’s column I’d like to review the judicial part of the nonpartisan ballot with you. For the past few weeks, we looked at proposals A, B, C and P. and while some com­ munities will have other nonpartisan races to vote on, judicial contests make up the majority of this section on state ballots. First, I’d like to clarify that ’nonpartisan’ means the can­ didates have no party affiliation Unlike those of us who run for office on a political platform — be it Republican, Democratic or other — judicial candidates do not ally themselves with any political party. Michigan citizens have elected judges for all of the state courts since 1850, but a constitutional amendment in 1939 first made those elections nonpartisan. The requirement for the nonpartisan elections can be found in Article Six of the Michigan Constitution. Eleven other states share this policy. So if you are a straight-ticket voter, you won’t be done voting after choosing your party preference — you’ll have to move down the ballot and make your selections for the judgeships. (Also listed under the nonpartisan section will be the four ballot questions and some local contests.) Because judicial candidates don’t have a political party next to their names, many voters are unsure of whom to support. — HOMES OF THE WEEK — 100921. MIDDLEVILLE NEW LIST­ ING F if teeny ear-old 4 bed room. 3 bath ranch privately nestled on 10 acres. Large kit., walkout wfamily room. 2% stall garage w workshop upstairs Coll Liz 795 9849 MHUM. 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In Kent County , there are judicial candidates running for five different courts The only contested race is for four new judges on the 3rd District Court of Appeals Two current judges on that court — William Murphs and Janet Neff — are up for re-election and will appear on the ballot, but the> are incumbents and are uncontested Both are virtually assured another term. The real fight is for the four new seats recently created to alleviate the court’s heavy backlog and big caseload. The candidates you'll pick from are as follows: Richard Bandstra. William Forsyth. Joel Hoekstra. Jane Markey, Meg Hackett Carrier, Michael J. Flynn. Dawn I. Krupp and Michael Smolensk]. Appeals Court judges serve six-year terms. The judicial candidates running for spots on the other four courts are all running without any opposition. These candidates will be on all Kent County residents’ ballots. •17th Circuit Court (you’ll choose three: Donald J. Johnston. Dennis Kolenda and Dennis B. Leiber, • Probate Court (you’ll choose two): Donald J. DeYoung and John P Steketee TK Bulletin Board Oct. 10-13 — MEAP Testing (Science. Reading, Math) for 11th and 12th grades. Oct. 10-14 — Fire Prevention Week at West. Oct. 10 — School board meeting at 7:30 p.m. in the H.S. library Oct. 11 — New Odyssey of the Mind coaches training at the K1SD. 4-6:30 p.m. Fire prevention assemblies at Page. Jostens representative will meet with students during lunchtime to take orders for class rings. Also from 6-7:30 p.m. for parents. English remediation after school for H.S. students needing ex­ tra help PET meeting at 9:30 a.m., in McFall’s all-purpose room Childcare provided. Kindergartens to Bowens Mill. Oct. 12 — Kindergartens to Bowens Mill. Fire prevention assemblies at Page. Math remediation for all H.S. students that need extra help. Oct. 13 — First and second graders to the Middleville Fire Bam and the “Smokehouse.’’ Oct. 17-18 — Vision screening for 5th grade. Oct. 17 — Orders in at the elementaries for the Frankenmuth fundraiser. If the orders are large, please pick them up in the afternoon. Parent volunteer training at Page from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. Oct. 19 — Middle School picture day. ***** Looking Ahead... Oct. 21 — First grades to see “Hansel and GreteL” (Thank you P.E.T.). Oct. 24-28 — Red Ribbon Week. McGruff visits West. Oct. 24 — Parent volunteer training at Page from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. Money due for elementary fundraiser. Oct. 26-27 — M.S. conferences, 5-8 p.m. Oct. 27 — Half day of school, dismiss at 12:00. Oct. 28 — T-Th Kindergarten Halloween parties. Half day of school. Oct. 30 — Daylight savings time ends — ’fall back’ one hour. Oct. 31 — Halloween parade and parties. ***** Teachable Moments... West — Miss Lintz’s 2nd grade is enjoying the traditional favorite. “Charlotte’s Web.” Using this spider and pig theme, the children are studying arachnids and mammals. They would also like to thank the parents who have been listening to readers during Partner Reading Time Each child in Mrs. Thaler’s room is making a flip book. They write an interesting sentence to go with an animal. Then they cut the sentences apart to flip with ocher pictures. Such silly animals and pictures are discovered. They will read 5 books a month to mom and dad to participate in the Pizza Hut reading program Page — On Friday, Mrs Chausow’s class went to McFall and created posters to support H.S. extracurricular activities. On Friday. Oct. 14. the classes will meet at the H.S. to put up their bulletin board We hope the H.S. enjoys it! Mrs Miner’s 5th grade reading and science classes have centered their learn­ ing around the theme of “mysteries” for the month of September Our detective work has put our observation and problem solving skills to work setting up experiments; learning to read directions so we can play the game of Clue and work on characterizations in our stories. Some of us have also discovered that the mystery stories of Nancy Drew and The Hardy Boys can be enjoyable reading Quote of the Week We tell our children to be good, but not to do good • Homeowners ** Cash Faat * "a arxs 2rc or Mrwu Tano corwaa Mwicrg • HOT"* or Rorta P-OCW. ’Sew Cr*M OX W CcxworcWBon a*c E*»y XM 24 Hour* AteMM Mongag* 4 Francs Corp Voters in Wyoming will also consider a candidate for the 62 A District Court and residents in Grand Rapids will choose two candidates for the 61t District Court. You will have several decisions to make on November 8. and all of them are very important. Now that you know who the judicial candidates are. you should try and learn more about their views. Being informed not only makes you a more responsible citizen, but it also helps you to feel better about your selections. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to call me at (517) 373-0797 or write me at P.O, Box 30036. Lansing. Ml 48908-7536. ‘The Frog Prince comming to Caledonia Caledonia Community Education and Kid Stuff Theatre Company will present the play “The Frog Prince” Friday. Oct. 14 following a 6 p.m. pizza dinner. Curtain time is scheduled for 7 p.m. in the CHS Perfor­ ming Arts Center. The dinner will be held in the high school cafeteria. Tickets for both the dinner FOR LOANS. FOR CREDIT CARDS. JOE. fMi Call me Joe, because that's my name. Joe. As in Joe Castillo. I'm a loan offi­ cer. For NBD. And I'm taking my office on-the-road. I want to intro­ duce you to all of the great loans you can get from NBD. 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No admis­ sion is charged for children under 3 years of age Tickets will be sold at all district elementary schools and at the community educa­ tion office. 330 Johnson St Anyone needing more in­ formation about the event should call the office at 891-8117. Copynght I 994 �Page 8 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I October 11, 1994 Jack Janose and Dolores Suwyn combine for more than 50 years Familiar faces retiring at Caledonia Farmers Elevator by Barbara Gall Staff Writer They knew their customers What’s more, they also knew how to meet the needs of their customers, be they area farmers or the new suburban residents whose idea of agriculture is to grow a garden and maybe keep a horse or two. But the Caledonia Farmers Elevator Company now must do without the expertise of employees Jack Janose and Dolores Suwyn, who are retir­ ing after 28 and 26Vi years, respectively, with the Elevator An open bouse in their honor is planned for I to S p.m. Friday. Oct. 14 “They were here all those years, but they were ready to change with the times.” said Robert Newman, the general manager of the Caledonia Farmers Elevator Company “I think that is truly outstanding. Not all of us can deal with change, but Jack and Dolores have kept up and served the needs of the new residents, just as they have served our long-time members, who have mostly been farmers. * ‘They have built up a lot of trust and confidence over the years, and we hate to sec them leave.” Farmers themselves, both Janose and Suwyn could relate to the ups and downs of their customers' fortunes. Neither, however, started their non farm careers at the Elevator. Janose first joined the Elevator in 1954, after a four year stint in the U.S. Navy. A Native of Grand Rapids, his family moved to a farm on Gackier Road in Middleville, and he graduated from Thor­ napple Kellogg High School in 1948. He then went to work in the old Middleville Elevator, which is no longer in existence. He met his wife, Shirley, after coming to work in Caledonia, and they were married in 1955. “I started off running the chicken hatchery on Kinsey Street, and lived in the bouse next door.” Janose said “I started doing some sales work later The hatchery clos­ ed down when hybrid chickens were introduced, and I went to full-time sales in all areas of the business.” In 1957, he bought a 70-acre farm on Bender Road, and began farming besides working at the Elevator. “1 paid $8,250 for that farm, including the house and bam.” he recalled, smiling at the comparison to today's land prices. He left the Elevator in 1964. working briefly at Farmers Feed in Hastings and then going to work for Claire Brog, who ran a gas station at the comer of M-37 and Main Street. During the next 11 years, he tried various occupations, in­ cluding managing a feed mill in Utica. (“That was tough, because my family was still living on the farm in Mid­ dleville!”), running his own feed mill in Wayland for five years, and then just farming for a couple of years. He returned to the Caledonia Elevator in 1976, but he and Shirley stayed on the farm, where they raised their three children. When their oldest son. Robert, turned 10, they took on the leadership of the Mid­ dleville 4-H Club, staying with the program as their se­ cond son. Jeff, and then daughter Gail grew old enough to participate. “We stayed with 4-H until Gail turned 18, and was too old for the program,” he said. Their Bender Road home “was the hangout for all the kids” he recalled. “We really enjoyed having them all around as they grew up." Though his own children showed their animals in the Barry County Fair, Janose became a familiar figure at all the local fairs, working with the auctions and buying Retiring employees Jock Janose and Dolores Suwyn have played a big part in the continuing success of the Caledonia Formers Elevator Company, which was founded in 1918. Taken together, their years of service total more than half a century. Here, they display a view of the entire Elevator complex in Caledonia. livestock for the Elevator. “I remember, though, how hard we worked to get buyers from the Middleville area for the kids. Now that support has really built up. and the kids tend to get a lot more for their animals from the local buyers.” Janose said he is a strong believer in the benefits young people gain from studying agriculture classes and belonging to the FFA. “In those programs, the kids have been challenged to think for themselves, to do things. I think that they tend to be able to speak better, ex­ plain themselves and handle a situation better than most kids coming out of high school. “And now, there are so many ag-related jobs. They’re not always the highest paying, maybe, but they're steady. Producing food will always be a need, and now there are so many businesses connected to producing food.” Dolores Suwyn, like Jack Janose. knows the both the satisfaction and the hard times that go with being one of those food producers. She is originally from Wisconsin, where she met her husband, Dick. She moved to the Caledonia area in 1963 with the Suwyn family, “and we’ve been far­ ming all these years.” She and Dick ran a dairy operation and raised cash crops on their farm at 108th Street and Hanna Lake Avenue. There, they also rais­ ed six children, all of whom still live in the area with their own families. ”1 have 22 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren, and we do all get together sometimes,” she said proudly. “That’s really nice.” Like Janose, Dolores began her job at the Caledonia Elevator after working somewhere else first. ‘‘I worked at Rogers Jewelry Store, and George Fensler was the one who told me there was an opening at the Elevator. He said he thought 1 would be a good per son for the job. He even told the Elevator to be looking for me.” Suwyn began working at the Elevator in 1968 as a clerk, “in this very same building.” The rest of the village, however, looked very dif­ ferent, she said “There’ve been so many changes The village back then had several grocery stores and a meat market, for instance. Al Crane was the manager of the Elevator when I started We sold coal then, but other than that, the rest of our products today are basically the same, just sold in more volume and with new packaging. It's all more modern.” Remembering when Hanna Lake Avenue was just a gravel road, she said the biggest change in Caledonia has been the disappearance of the big farms in the township, where Continued on pege 10 8 1 to 5 p.m. honoring the retirement of... Jack Janose — and — Dolores Suwyn Please stop in to say “hello” and join us for refreshments. 28 years of service Caledonia Farmers Elevator 26Vi years of service 136E. Main st., Caledonia 891-8108 �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml / October 11, 1994 I Page 9 �Page 10 I The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml / October 11, 1994 Familiar faces continued from page 8------------------------------------------------------------- --------------------- ------land has been developed into great manager, and it’s been members of our co-op. but smaller parcels or into hous­ fun working with Jack. who have an animal or two or “It’s hard stepping down. " ing additions. a small agriculture enterprise Janose said that he. too. had “There are so many more at home people living here, now But I stayed with the Elevator “Jack and Dolores have still love greeting people, and because of the people been those people who have “I really do enjoy seeing changed to meet the times, to I still find the people around people do well, and that's the here to be pretty great ” serve the new customers, and As a person who grew up on important thing about doing who have put in a lot of effort business When you forget the a farm and continued fanning making this whole company with her husband, Dolores customer and just think about run well. said that she especially en­ the business, you don t do “As a manager, it makes joyed the Elevator because the very well. my job a lot easier when we “ Your customer has to work was related to have people who function so make money too. and I've en­ well and work so hard for our agriculture. “I'm going to miss it now. joyed helping our customers customers.” Newman said. with the harvesting getting be successful.” Though Dolores and Jack Janose agreed with Dolores started. “ she said a little share a work ethic and a that there are fewer farms in wistfully. record of faithful service, Explaining that the scale the area every year, but their future plans differ. tickets would come to her pointed out that modern Jack is leaving Oct. 19 for after the fanners brought in technology allows the existing his cabin in Seeley Lake. their grain, she said she farms to milk more cows than Montana, and he and his wife always enjoyed watching what the old farms ever could have “probably" will continue to handled. the yields were that season. travel as part of their “Despite the fewer number Caledonia Travel business, "Some years, though, were terrible, and I knew what of farmers, there actually are where Shirley is the agent. those guys had into it. We more cows here than ever.” “We’ve been back to the he said were farmers, too." places in Europe I wanted to Newman said that while Dolores Suwyn said she has see. “ he commented. “but we enjoyed all her years at the there are. indeed, several might return to Switzerland." large fanning operations still Elevator. He. like Dolores, also plans “This has been a wonderful in the township, the to enjoy his grandchildren, place for me to work. When 1 Elevator's customers today who are 7 and 8 years old. had all those young children also serves what he called the Dolores, however, has no coming home, the folks here “hobby farmer” and the "ci­ plans to travel very far. would let me leave in time to ty farmer." "I’ve been canning and “Our employees today have canning." she laughed. “1 meet the kids’ bus. so they all the knowledge, the inven­ love to bake and garden and wouldn't be home alone “When I think back on the tory and the technology we work on the lawn. Dick and I years. I can’t believe how need to serve our farmers, but just enjoy each other, and that information and good they've been to me here. working together on all the Bob (Newman) has been technology also is shared with things we never had time for special to work with; he’s a the customers who are not when we were farming. “I remember getting up at 4 a m. to do the milking before getting showered and dressed for work.” The Suwyns also plan to continue following the local high school football and tant from the International A promised follow-up ’’Town Meeting'' for Center, to help report the basketball games. "We love going to see the steps taken in evaluating the Caledonia High School has kids play. ” curriculum so far. been scheduled for 7 p.m. “You know, it’s hard to say Participants in next week’s Tuesday. Oct. 18. in the CHS meeting will be invited to the right things about two peo­ Learning Lab. Calling the program share their opinions on the ple like Jack and Dolores,” report and help outline the said Newman. “You always "F A C T S. Is Back,” Prin­ cipal Tonya Porter said the next steps in creating a feel like you’ve left out “rigorous and relevant” something important that you meeting will provide ail those should have told everyone who participated in last spr­ curriculum. Porter said she invites all about. ing's community meeting with "Here at the Elevator, they an update on progress in the who are interested in the pro­ school’s curriculum planning. ject to attend, and anyone with have been two very loyal, faithful people who took their questions should call her at the On hand will be Dr. Helen jobs seriously, worked hard to Branigan, Caledonia’s consul­ high school. 891-8129. CHS schedules ‘Town Meeting’ for Oct. 18 contribute to the success of the co-op system, and who represented this business in a positive way to many, many people over the years. ” once. But I was the only one in the office, and I had to be here.” Is there a lesson for the rest of us in there somewhere? “I loved working here.” Dolores Suwy n said “I never took a sick day in 15 years. My husband even brought me tn on the tractor Ihornapple Kellogg High School bond members, 167 musicians, 18 flag car­ riers, and four commanders, remain at attention until the signal is given to begin the pregame show at a home football game. Dedication, hard work keys to successful TK marching band by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer "Presenting the 1994 Thor­ napple Kellogg Trojan Mar­ ching Band... ‘‘Directed by Duane Thatcher... “With flag captains Wendy Wisniewski and Mandi DeWitt... “Commanders Courtney DeHaan and Ruth Caton... “Junior Drum Major Gina Yoder... “Under the field direction of Senior Drum Major Aman­ da Townsend.” This is the opening in­ troduction heard at the begin­ ning of each home football game just before the band is invited to take the field. Many people may not realize that the marching band is also a team at TKHS that represents the school, just as the sports teams do. according to Thatcher. “It takes hours and hours of preparation for our marching band to put together a show," he said. “The band has to work to become a team and work in cooperation, especially with the size of group." This year, there are 167 in­ strumentalists, 18 in the flag corps, and foui commanders Orchestrating all of the inovement on the field and putting to the music is a big job. “That’s why we have band camp during the summer," Thatcher explained. The four-day camp that was held at Adrian College allow­ ed the marching band to learn all of their music and basically run through all of the mar­ ching routines for the season. "It isn’t easy,” Thatcher said. “They (the students) spent 9Vi hours on the field, and two hours practicing the music on a daily basis "They really didn’t have much time for anything else except for sleeping and eating ” The band also rehearses each school day and has scheduled evening practices, too. Now. just watching the band perform for pre-game and a 10-minute half-time show, you may wonder why so much time is needed. First, there are the basics to learn and watch for — align­ ment. carriage of instrument, and correct marching style, Thatcher explained The TK band uses the corps marching style that is more like a snappy, syncopated walk. They aren’t supposed to pick up their knees and come down on their toes. This is one adjustment that the incoming students have to make. This year’s show is using music from "Aladdin," in­ cluding "Arabian Nights. “ “One Jump Ahead.” “Friend Like Me” and “A Whole New World. ” “Anyone who listens close­ ly, knows that this music isn’t easy either,” Thatcher said. In fact, the entire show was performed by the Michigan State marching band last year Thatcher bought the music and show from MSU. Putting movement to the music is done by moving squads (four people is a squad) "We have 49 transitions to accomplish with each of 43 squads,” Thatcher said “And that doesn't account for the flags or the commanders. ’’ In working out the routines, each squad has different movements they must learn. “That is why it takes so long to pul a show together,” Thatcher said. Continued on next page BINGO American Legion Post 1305 9548 Cherry Valley, Caledonia • THURSDAY • PM Early Bird - 6:30 Why Call Spencer's rowing? ■ ■ ■ ■ 24 Hour Service Radio Dispatch Fully Insured Flatbed Service ■ ■ ■ ■ Jumpstarts Lock Outs 8 Trucks Available Emergency Tire Repair We bill direct to every insurance agency in Barry County, including: • • • • • AAA Amoco AARP Montgomery Wards Auto Owners • • • • • ERS Allstate Farmers State Farm Cross Country we are on the 91 f Emergency call List SPENCER S TOWINC 795-3369 Or 1-800-635-9964 MIDDLEVILLE K �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / October 11, 1994 I Page 11 Marching band continued from last page He is also responsible for charting all of the bands movements ahead of camp The charts from the MSU show came with the music. But everything was set up for the nearly 200-member university band. Thatcher had to adapt everything to work for 167 instrumentalists. “I’m still not sure if it saved me any time this year on the charting." Thatcher joked. Because of the complexity of the routines. Thatcher lets all of the members know at very beginning that each one is expected to be there for each performance. "I look at the band as one whole entity, and if someone is missing, it will be in­ complete and make it harder for the others." he explained. That is one reason that Thatcher can’t just reschedule a performance or add addi­ tional ones. "If we were to perform without the whole group, like at the rescheduled homecom­ ing game, anyone who is there watching would not see us at our best," he said. "That could leave them with a poor impression of our band, and that isn’t what we want.” Meanwhile, the band (which is (he largest in several years) will perform at two more fcxHball games before the season's end. One of those is band night Friday. Oct. 28, when the high school band members will get to strut their stuff. The combined seventh and eighth grade bands at the mid­ dle school also will perform at half-time. The high school band could have competed in a marching band festival being held today. Thatcher decided not to compete because he wasn’t sure that the new uniforms would be in. "We had to order 30 new uniforms just so everyone would have one," he said. "They are here now, but. they weren’t expected to be ready until early November." "More than anything else, I Band director Duane Thatcher and senior drum ma­ jor Mandy Townsend discuss some last minute details before a marching band performance. want people to realize how much work this group puts in," Thatcher added. "And I IK netters now 8-0 in OK Blue With a 6-1 win over Calvin Christian and a 5-2 victory over Godwin, the Middleville varsity tennis team secured a perfect 8-0 season in the OK Blue Conference last week In the match versus Calvin Christian. Oct. 3, Erin Wol­ verton, at No. 1 singles, won 6-0,6-0 to remain undefeated this season. At No. 2 singles, Traci Campbell won 6-1. 6-0 and Coach Larry Seger said she looked "strong with good ground strokes and patience.-' She has one loss this season Jenny Mariage won her No. 3 singles match in three sets 6-1, 3-6, 6-0 and has not been beaten in her flight. Kiley Thaler lost at f singles 6-1,7-5. At No. 1 doubles. Cory Hutchins and Sarah Wright won 6-0, 6-3, Kelly Williams and Courtney DeHaan won at No. 2 doubles 6-0, 6-1 and Darcy Mugridge and Ade­ laide Devine won at No. 3 doubles, 6-0, 6-1. In an exhibition match, Julie Palazzolo and Karrie Kollar won 6-3, 6-0. In the match against God­ only one Seger is really con­ cerned about. Hutchins and Wright drew into the only conference team which has beaten them this season, Godwin. "Well have to lift our game up to win here," Seger said. "The girls will have to play tough." Seger said he was excited about the draw and feels, like every year. TK received some good and bad draws. "We feel pretty good about our play,” the coach said. "We re poised to win our fourth consecutive confer­ ence championship and we arc pretty excited about it." win, Wolverton won 6-2, 60. Campbell was a winner 62, 6-2 and Mariage won a three setter again, 6-4, 4-6.62. Thaler lost her match 6-1, 6-4 and the No. 1 doubles team lost 6-2,6-2. The No. 2 doubles and No 3 doubles teams both won their matches as well. In the draw for the confer­ ence play offs, starting Friday night. Wolverton and Mariage are booth seeded first in their respective flights as are the No. 2 and No. 3 doubles teams. The No. 1 doubles team had the hardest draw and the Phone 795-3345 for Sun & News Action-Ads! 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Shut-out goalkeeping by Steve Converse and a firm defense anchored by Kevin Holst supported a Trojan at­ tack keyed by David Botwin ski, Chris DeBlaay and Gary Ketchum Botwinski redirected a centering ball from Jason Clinton for a first-half goal and then scored on a breakaway in the second half to clinch the victory. “The game was hard-fought but cleanly played, a tribute to the high quality of sportsmanship and self-discipline fostered in the Caledonia and Middleville soccer programs, according to Tk coach Steve Evans. “It was soccer the way the game was meant to be played. Un­ fortunately, the same could not be said of Thursday’s w match against visiting Sparta ' The Trojans faced a “very undisciplined team,” said Evans, “but maintained, their composure to secure a 3-1 victory.” Jason Clinton scored twice and Jason Gearhan added a mark with assists by Gary Ketchum and Mike Sanderson Middleville with its 8-2 record in the Rainbow and 10-3 overall hosts Hastings Scots boys upset Fremont in cross country invitational The Caledonia boys cross country team upset No. 1ranked in Class B Free moot in the Rockford Invitational, Saturday. The Scots runners finished the run with 58 points, fol­ lowed by Freemont with 69. Cedar Springs with 90, Big Rapids with 102, Mona Shores with 115 and Lowell with 120. Ten schools sent 73 run­ ners to the varsity meet. Ben Thompson finished fourth overall at 16 minutes, 50 seconds. Dave VandenBerg was sixth at 17:09, Rob Lillie finished 13th at 17:51, Todd Striplin was 14th at 17:52 and Dave Friedrich was 21st at 18:11. Jamie Smith finished the run for Caledonia in 19:17 which was good for 46th place overall. "This was probably the greatest win in boys cross country history here at Cale­ donia," said Coach John Soderman. "We upset the topranked team in Class B in the state and won over a lot of good schools." Soderman said the talent was so strong at the meet that Lowell, which finished fifth in the meet, has enough speed to make it to the state finals. In a dual meet with Lowell, Oct. 5, Caledonia remained undefeated with a 19-36 win. The Fighting, Scots are now 9-0 in dual meets this year. Thompson finished first at 16:56, VandenBerg was sec­ ond at 17:06 and Lillie was third at 17:26. Friedrich finished sixth overall at 17:40 and Striplin was seventh at 17:49 to finish the scoring for Caledonia. Smith, who finished 11th, had a time of 18:27. Soderman said Lillie, Friedrich. Striplin and Smith all had carver-best times for themselves in the run. The team will host Forest Hills Northern. Thursday. Caledonia gridders fall to Lowell The Caledonia varsity foot­ ball team showed improved offensive strength, but still Middleville's David Botwinski tries for a head shot into the goal in the game against Sparta tomorrow in a non-league encounter. It will be the final home game of the season for the Trojans and an important square-off for both teams as they prepare for each other in the upcoming districts. TERRY GEIGERRepublican for State Representative A COMMITMENT TO OUR COMMUNITY IN EDUCATION Terry and his wife. Jan. have three children. He understands the value of a good education and the commitment to it. As our state representative. Terry will work to enhance and improve our children’s learning experiences by providing communities greater local control in the way their schools are run. He believes that greater latitude at the local level will foster new, innovative education programs to be developed and implemented, allowing our children to compete, succeed and excel in a global economy. IN STRENGTHENING FAMILIES Government must return to the basics it was meant to provide. "Personal responsibility" is learned in the home and cannot be legislated. Terry knows firsthand the pressures of raising a family in today’s world. Terry will support initiatives that put Michigan families first, and oppose addictive welfare programs that weaken the family ENDORSED BY: Michigan Farm Bureau Agri-Pac Right to Lite of Michigan PAC Fraternal Order of Police Police Officers Association of Michigan VOTE NOVEMBER 8 Sweet Ladies thump Grandville, Sparta in eager action The Caledonia girls varsity basketball team defeated Grandville 67-41, Oct. 5 and Sparta 69-42, Oct. 7. In the game against Grandville, the Sweet Indies jumped out to an early 17-6 lead by the end of the first quarter and continued its roll. Jodi Vander Velde scored 22 points including three three pointers in the game. The team sunk six firsthalf three point baskets and went nine of 17 from downtown. Danielle Gallert had 15 points, also with three three point goals. In the win over Sparta, VanderVelde was again the leading scorer with 15 points. Gallert and Jaimie Oatley both had 11 points and Katie Donker had 11 rebounds to go with her three three-point field goals. (Courtesy of Matt Neely) Scots IV lose to Lowell The Caledonia junior var­ sity football team lost for the first time this season as the junior Scots Ml to Lowell, 36-20, Thursday night. Tim Soper had a 20-yard run for a score in the first half and Josh Haywood ran in 10 yards for another. But the junior Red Arrows came back with four unanswered scoring drives to make the score 28-14 at the end of three quarters. Nick Freeman, who threw a pass to Seth Erskan for a two-point conversion in the first half, ran in from six yards aw ay for the final score for Caledonia. Lowell scored late in the game for the final score. The team is now 5-1 over­ all and will host Sparta, Thursday. lost to the state-ranked Lowell team 51-34 Friday night. Matt Barr caught five passes, two of which went for touchdowns and he scored one two-point conversion. He finished the game with 130 yards total offense. Matt Neely caught three passes, one of which was few a touchdown, another for a twopoint conversion Jason Pierce had one rush­ ing touchdown and Justin Heyboer had another as the Fighting Scots accumulated 180 yards on the ground. ‘Frustrating week’ for Scots soccer team Having what Coach Brian Broekhuizen called a "frus­ trating week,” the Caledonia varsity soccer team lost to OK Rainbow-leading Mid­ dleville, 2-0 and tied with Calvin Christian 1-1. In the match against Mid­ dleville (see related story), Oct. 4, Broekhuizen said his team passed well and played consistently through out the game, but he had to give credit to Middleville for fin­ ishing. "There's no blame," the coach said. "They were able to put the ball in the net and we weren't." He said even with his team down, 2-0 with 15 minutes left to play in the game, he and the players thought they would be able to come back. After two 10-minute extra times, the Scots and Calvin Christian remained at 1-1, Oct. 6. Ivan Prado, with an assist from Sid Newhoff, scored the only goal for Caledonia. "Even with the way the things turned out this week," Broekhuizen said, "I'm happy with the way the team played because they play hard and slay positive.” TOWING & . -fir * RECOVERY NOFF (616)795-2200 24 Hour Emergency Dispatch Most major motor clubs accepted. • Unlock • Jump Start • Motorcycle • Flatbed • 4 Wheel Drive • Emergency Tire Repair ■■MB 507 Arlington (M-37) I 101 | Middleville, Ml 49333 "We re Pulling For You" $ Credit Problems? Cash $ $ Problems? We can help. $ $ • Refinancing • Home Improvement $ <5 • Debt Consolidation $ J Paid tor by Geiger for State Representative. P O Box 88. Woodland. Ml 48897-0088 Quarterback Dave Uyl had nine completed passes for 165 yards. Coach Ralph Shefferly said the team made a try at slop­ ping the tough Red Arrow of­ fense and twice in the game came within a touchdown of taking the lead. Defensively, Uyl had seven solo tackles and four assists. Adam Paar I berg had one solo and eight assists to lead the Scots The team is now 2-4 overall and will play at Sparta Friday night. A-One Mortgage Corp. $ 310 44th St.. S.W.. Wyoming, Ml 49548 $ 1-800-870-2663 $ $ * �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml / October 11, 1994 / Page 13 JV win Kenowa Hills tourney TK golfers finish final 0-K Blue Jamboree in 2nd The Middleville varsity golf team finished second in the final OK Blue Jamboree on Western Greens Golf Course in Coopersville, last week, and finished second overall in the OK Blue for the year Calvin Christian was first in the jamboree with 166 strokes, and finished first in the conference. TK had 171 strokes at the jamboree. Rogers had 172, Coopersville had 180. Byron Center came in with 182. Godwin Heights had 185 and Hamilton had 186. Dominic Ronchetti led the Trojan golfers with a 41. fol­ lowed by Many Bender and Josh Sturm with 43 and Brad Williams with 44. Williams finished with the low average in the confer­ ence. averaging 40.55 over seven jamborees. The All­ OK Blue selectees will be chosen at a later date. The team finished the sea­ son with 33 wins and nine losses. Coach Bernie Weller said he was pleased with the effort of all the boys and the second consecutive second- place finish by the Trojan golfers. Matt Knoll shot a 40 on Yankee Springs Golf Course, Oct. 4. to lead the Maple Valley golfers over Middleville 171-171 Middleville's Bender was the medalist in the match with a 39. Brad Williams had a 42, Nausieda had a 45 and Josh I^ncaster shot a 46. Maple Valley’s junior varsity team also defeated its Middleville counter part with a 181-196 score. Leading the junior Lions was Dan Bailey with 39, Andy Olsen with 40. Kevin Conkey with 50 and Scot Spitzer and Corey Robinson with 52s. Mike Stein shot a 43 to lead Middleville, Bryan En­ dres had a 47, Alex Middle­ ton shot a 51 and Jason Preslar had a 55. The junior varsity team won the Kenowa Hills Golf Tournament, Oct. 5 with a team score of 174 strokes in Division U. Comstock Park was second with 175 strokes. Ronchetti, a sophomore shot a 42, which was good Trojan JV soccer continues in first place The Middleville junior var­ sity soccer team continued its winning roll Oct. 4 when it hosted Caledonia. The undeafeated T rojans started the match with three goals in the first 10 minutes. Freshman Jason Klinge started things off when he received a pass from Nathan Deboer and shot the ball into the net. Two minutes later Brian Bcrgakker dribbled toward the Caledonia goal and drove a hard shot past the keeper T.K. kept the pressure on when sophomore halfback Jason Cowham sent a crossing shot which Tom Piccionc headed in for Middleville’s third score. Caledonia continued to bat­ tle and. at the 31-minute mark, put its first score on the board The Trojans scored their fourth goal when Piccione sent a pass to Bergakker who scored The balance of Mid­ dleville’s front line. Darin Jousma, Isaac Bainbridge and Josh England played extreme­ ly well, according to Coach Marty Wustman. T.K.’s winning keeper was Chris Niles. The team traveled to Byron Center Oct. 5 and brought home a 5-1 victory The bulldogs were ready for the undefeated team from Middleville and pressured the T.K. defense with a number of runs and shots on Mid­ dleville’s goal. The Trojans turned things around midway through the first half when sophomore Mike Cramer and Dean Laansma both scored for the Junior Trojans. Middleville dominated the second half of play when the midfield and strikers took control. First, Bergakker scored when he received a pass from Klinge. Byron came back five CHS 7th grade eagers 6-0 Midway through the season the Caledonia Middle School seventh grade girls basketball team upped its season record to 6-0 with a win over Coopersville, 3720, Oct. 6. Pam grimes led the team with 10 points while Jessica Curry added eight. Coach Jerry Aquino said Heather Duffield, Elise Boncher. Angie Adrianse and Ann Morgan all played a strong game. The young Sweet Ladies had a scoring barrage in the second quarter, pumping in 14 points against Coop­ ersville. Adrianse led the defense with six steals. The team will play at home tonight (Oct. 11) against Godwin Heights and against Byron Center. Thursday at 4 p.m. minutes later and got its first goal. Middleville countered when Mark Miller sent a pass to Klinge who beat the Bulldog’s keeper. T.K.’s final goal came ona comer kick from Josh Wert which went into the Byron Center goal un­ touched. The winning keeper for T.K. was Niles. On Thursday Sparta came to Middleville to take on the Trojans. Middleville again started its attack right from the start. Bergakker beat the Sparta goalie with only three minutes gone in the match. The game was shortened because of the varsity over­ time match. “T.K. played a strong game,’’ Wustman said “They out shot Sparta 14 to three but couldn't tally another score.” The J.V record stands at 12 wins and I tie. 25:43. ahead of Calvin s fifth runner to bump up thier score by one place. For the boys, Steve Dood finished third overall at 18:40, Matt Endres was eighth at 19:30, Justin Blake out of 10 schools with a score of 208 strokes. Tim Janose was the second-place finisher overall with a 45. Mike Stein had a 49. Alex Middleton shot a 53 and Preslar had a 61. Trojans fall to Godwin Heights by a TD A one-yard run by Godwin Heights leading rusher lifted the Wolverines over Mid­ dleville's varsity football team 14-7, Friday night. Godwin got on the board early with a 10-yard touch­ down pass in the first quarter. The two-point conversion failed. Andy Brewer broke through the Wolverine line in the second half and scram­ bled six yards for a score for Middleville. Nathan Bundy kicked the extra point and the Trojans led by one point, un­ til, on the next drive, the Wolverines used a penalty to continue its scoring drive. Coach Skip Pranger said the Trojans did a great job, despite the loss, with his de­ fense holding Godwin’s lead­ ing rusher to 55 yards. Matt Liu was the top rusher for Middleville with 17 carries for 97 yards. Bundy carried the ball 14 times for 39 yards. leading tackler for Mid­ dleville was (.'had Foster with 10 and John Sarver had nine. The Trojans fall to 1-5 this season and 1-4 in the OK Blue. The team will host Coopersville, this Friday night. Dykstra’s Preferred Poured Walls, Inc. • Poured basement walls • Flatwork • Farm work ROB DYKSTRA, Owner 10698 Finkbeiner Rd , Middleville A /O/Q / IO DAY TIRE SALE YOUR #1 TIRE STORE TK cross country teams split with Calvin The Middleville girls cross country team defeated Calvin Christian 16-40, but the boys team lost 18-42 in running action, Oct. 6. Topping the girls runners was freshman Jessi Davis, who completed the run in 22:15. Wendy Wisniewski was second at 22:47, Stephanie Potter was third at 22:58, Sarah Matson was fourth at 23:14 and Sarah Allore was sixth at 23:33. Undsay Bremer finished at for fourth overall. Sturm and Enders shot 43s and Lancaster shot a 46 There were 15 teams involved in the tournament. In Division III. the TK representitives finished sixth Call 795-3550 500 Arlington (M-37) Next to Crystal Flash, Middleville was 10th at 20:23, Dendall Craven was 11th at 20:27 and Andy Dragt was 13th at 21:53. Mike Vander Sloot also ran for the boys but didn't figure in the scoring. 'Cooper' - open — Mon. thru Thurs. 8:30 a.m.4 p.m.; Fri. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; Set. 8:30 a m. 2 p.m. Cooper' 40,000 Mile All Season RADIAL TK eagers down Lowell, Coopersville The Middleville girls var­ sity basketball team defeated Lowell 31-28, Oct. 4 and HELP WANTED • Assembly • Packing • Plastic Injection • Stacking Parts • Trim Parts • Custodial/Janitoral • Stock Picking • Hilo • Mig/Tig Welding • Metal Press Operators • Many General Labor Jobs WORKERS NEEDED TO START IMMEDIATELY! Openings on all shifts and for all experience levels! Coopersville 45-39, Oct. 6, to remain undefeated in the OK Blue. The Lady Trojans stand at 5-0 in the league and 9-3 overall. In the game against the Red Arrows, the defense held Lowell to two points in the first and third quarters and coasted in for the win. Sarah Kaechele had 10 pouts in the game, hitting five of nine from the floor. She also had five steals. Vicki Jansen had a teamhigh 16 rebounds and five steals to her credit The team had only five fouls m the game, keeping Lowe ii away from the f ee throw line. Kaechele had 14 points in the win over Coopersville and Jansen had 10 rebounds, six steals and four assists. The team will be at Hamil­ ton. Thursday and will host Ionia Saturday' P235/75R15 155/80R13 $6S°° $2995 $3100 ^13^13 ** 4^00 185/75R14 .53 ^5B,‘ $^Q00 ^ 5RU s42°° — 4^00 225/75R15 ***** $46°° I I I I I LT 30x9 5OR15 ASH or CHARGE! FREE Tire Rotations Flat Repairs * Valve Stems Mounting with all new tires! 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In order to protect the Township from incurring extraordinary expenses resulting from the utiliza­ tion of Township resources to respond to an incident involving hazardous materials, the Board authorizes the im­ position of charges to recover reasonable and actual costs and fees incurred by the Township in responding to such calls for assistance Section 2. Hazardous Materials. For purposes of this or dinance. 'hazardous" materials include, but are not limited to, a chemical that is a combustible liquid, a flammable gas, explosive, flammable, an organic peroxide, an oxidizer, pyrophoric, unstable reactive or water reactive Section 3. Release Any spilling, leaking, pumping, pour­ ing, emitting, emptying, discharging, injecting, leaching, dumping or disposing into the environment. Section 4 Responsible Party. Any individual, firm, corpora­ tion, association, partnership, commercial entity, consortium, joint venture, government entity or any other legal entity that is responsible for a release of a hazardous material, either actual or threatened, or is an owner, tenant, occupant or party in control of property onto which or from which hazardous materials release Section 5. Charges Imposed Upon Responsible Party. Where the Township Emergency Services Department responds to a call for assistance in connection with a hazar dous materials release, actual costs and fees, including legal and administrative expenses, incurred by the Township in responding to such a call shall be imposed upon responsi ble parties. Such costs and fees shall include, but are not limited to: A Fees established by resolution of the Township Board from time to time for each pumper, water tender or other Township emergency service vehicle required, in the opi­ nion of the officer in command, to be utilized in responding to the hazardous materials incident B All personnel related costs and fees incurred by the Township as a result of responding to the hazardous materials incident Such costs and fees may include, but are not limited to, wages, salaries and fringe benefits and insurance for full-time and part-time emergency service personnel; overtime pay and related fringe benefit costs for hourly employees; and fire run fees paid to on-call emergency service personnel Such personnelrelated charges shall commence after the first hour that Emergency Services Department has responded to the hazardous materials incident, and shall continue until all Township personnel have concluded hazardous materials incident related responsibilities C. Other expenses incurred by the Township in respon ding to the hazardous materials incident, including but not limited to, rental or purchase of machinery or equip­ ment; labor, consultants, legal and engineering fees; replacement costs related to disposable personal protective equipment; extinguishing agents and supplies; water purchased from municipal water systems; and meals and refreshments for personnel while responding to the hazardous materials incident. D. Charges to the Township imposed by any local, state or federal government entities related to the hazardous materials incident. E. Costs incurred in accounting for all hazardous material incident-related expenditures, including billing and col­ lection costs. Section 6. Billing Procedures. Following the conclusion of the hazardous materials incident, the Emergency Services Administrator shall submit a detailed listing of all known expenses to the Township Clerk, who shall prepare an invoice to the responsible party for payment. The Township invoice shall demand full payment within thirty (30) days of receipt of the bill. Any additional expense that becomes known to the Emergency Services Administrator following transmittal of the bill to the responsible party shall be billed in the same manner on a subsequent bill to the responsible party. For any amounts due that remain unpaid after thirty (30) days, the Township shall impose a late charge of one percent (1 %) per month, or fraction thereof. Section 7. Other Remedies, the Township may pursue any other remedy, or may institute any appropriate action or pro ceeding, in a court of competent jurisdiction to collect charges imposed under this ordinance. The recovery of charges imposed under this ordinance does not limit liabili­ ty of responsible parties under local ordinance or state or federal law, rule or regulation. Section 8. Township Policies. Nothing contained herein shall be interpreted or construed as abrogating the duty of Township officials and personnel to comply with any lawfully adopted Township policies relative to responding to a hazardous matenals incident and such policies shall be comphed with at all times Section 9. Severability Should any provision or part of this ordinance be declared by any court of competent jurisdic­ tion to be invalid or unenforceable, the same shall not effect the validity or enforceability of the balance of this ordinance which shall remain in full force and effect Section 10. Effective Date. This ordinance shall take effect upon its publication. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict are hereby repealed YEAS: Boardmemberfs) Boysen, Kenyon, Eaton, Schad. Getty NAYS: Boardmembeqs) None ABSTAIN Boardmembens) None ABSENT Boardmemberts) None ORDINANCE DECLARED ADOPTED. We hereby certify that the foregoing ordinance was adopted by the Township Board at a public session held on September 12. 1994 Donald E Boysen. Supervisor Donna Kenyon. Clerk I, Donna Kenyon. Clerk of the Township of Thomappie. hereby certify that the above Ordinance was published in The Sun and News a newspaper of general circulation in the Township of Thomapple on October 4 1994 and was entered into the Ordinance Book of the City on September 30 1994 Donna Kenyon. Clerk 000) TK JV ups record to 4-1 An opportunistic Mid dleville junior varsity football team, capitalizing on three Calvin Christian turnovers and two blocked punts defeated their host Sept. 30 50-8 With the win. the Trojans increased its overall record to 4-1 and 3-0 in the O.K Blue Conference. Quarterback Kevin Doyle started the scoring early in the first quarter with an option keeper for 56 yards and a touchdown. The two-point conversion was successful as running back Ryan Olthouse scampered to the end zone. After a Square fumble, the Trojans offense drove 45 yards in four plays with runn­ ing back Dave Liu carrying the last 24 yards for the score. After an exchange of punts. T.K. quarterback Any Finkbeiner engineered a drive moving the Trojans 61 yards five plays. Finkbeiner was three for three passing in the drive Running back Dan Noffke carried for the final two yards. Noffke also carried for the two-point conversion. After an interception by Liu, the junior Trojans scored again. This time Liu toted for the touchdown Finkbeiner haul­ ed in a Doyle pass for the conversion. Prior to halftime T.K. Scored again when Liu scored his third touchdown of the game. The extra-point con­ version failed leaving the halftime score 36-0. The Trojans scoreless streak was stopped at 12 quarters as the Squires took the second-half kickoff and moved down the field for a touchdown. The conversion attempt was successful. T.K.’s offense countered with three second-half touchdowns to ice the win. Jamie Foster scored two and Noffke scored one Doyle finished with four for eight passing for 80 yards, and Finkbeiner finished three for three for 45 yards. Keith Nelson caught four passes for 88 yards. The Tro­ jan ground attack was spread evenly as Doyle. Liu. Noffke. and Foster all had 60 or more yards rushing. Defensively, the Trojans were led by Finkbeiner with 11 tackles and a sack. Tom Featherly had eight tackles and a blocked punt. Rob Osborne blocked a Square punt as well in the second half. The Trojans travel to Coopersville Oct. 13. to con­ tinue O.K. Blue action. TK JV girls win 2 in cage action The Middleville junior varsity basketball team won in double overtime versus Lowell 52-43, Oct. 4 and took a 41-25 win over Coopersville, Oct. 6. In the game against I .Dw­ ell, Jenny Doyle scored 13 points followed by Katie Weaver with 12 and Toni Farrell and Jenna Shook with 10. The two teams battled to a 37-37 tie at the end of regula­ tion and were knotted at 41 after the first OT. The junior Trojans then held the Lady Red Arrows to just one basket in the second overtime and took the win. In the win over Coop­ ersville, Doyle cashed in for 21 points to lead the team. The Trojans will be at Hamilton, tomorrow (Oct. 13) and will host Ionia, Sat­ urday. Scot runners win over Lowell in girls cross country The Caledonia girls cross county team continued its string of perfect scores with a 15-50 win over Lowell, Oct. 5. Finishing first for the Lady Scots was Sarah Parbel at 18:49, second was Shannon Houseman at 18:51, Barb Warner was third at 19:07, Keri Bloem was fourth at 19:17 and Audrey Warner was fifth at 19:42. Finishing out the top seven were Beth Parbel and Sarah Regel at 20:07 and 20:49 re­ spectively. The Lady Scots filled 19 of the top 22 spots with a host of runners filing their best times of the season Coach Dave Hodgkinson Subscribe Today! Receive all the news for the Barry County area in the Hastings Banner. Cali.. 945-9554 The Hastings Banner said "It was a good day." The team will run against Sparta tomorrow (Oct. 12) and Wayland, next Monday at Johnson Park. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING THE THORNAPPLE TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION ON OCTOBER 17, 1994 at 8:00 P.M. Will conduct a public hearing to consider an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance which would add Light Manufacturing in the AR district. Persons wishing to be heard on this propos­ ed amendment may do so at this public hearing. Written comments may also be submitted to the Planning Commission. A copy of the proposed amendment is available from the Township Hall. The hearing will be conducted at the Thornap­ ple Township Hall, 200 E. Main St.. Middleville. Michigan. Mark D. Sevald Secretary Planning Commission (102) Call the Sun and News today to place your classified ads Thornapple Kellogg Annual Reports McFall Elementary Tuesday, October 11 11:00 a.m. McFall Library High School and Community Education Wednesday, October 12 2:30 p.m. High School Home Ec Room Middle School Thursday, October 13 2:30 p.m. Middle School Library The public is invited to attend these meetings. CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED TOWNSHIP BUDGET PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on October 19,1994 at 7:00 P.M. at the Caledonia Township and Village hall, 250 Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, the Township Board of the Township of Caledonia will hold a public hearing on the proposed budget of the Township of Caledonia for fiscal year of 1995. A copy of the proposed budget is available for public inspection at the offices of the Caledonia Township Clerk, 250 Maple St., Caledonia, Michigan, during regular business hours. All interested persons may attend the public hearing on the propos­ ed budget and be heard with regard to the matter. Dated: October 5, 1994 (101) Patricia Snyder Township Clerk �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml I October 11, 1994 / Page 15 Grandparents’ Day precedes Harvest Sale fundraiser at Dutton Christian rrouaiy showing Grandpa her reading ability is Dutton Christian second grader Holly Vanlaan. She and her grandfather, Don VanderMey, found a comfortable spot for a story in the classroom rocking chair. Penny Seif, left, and Char Troast take a break from setting up all the items to be sold at this year's Dutton Christian Harvest Sale. Seif and Troost coordinated the event, which traditionally is the school's biggest fund-raiser. Bill Evers, left, ponders his next move as he tries to outsmart his grandson, Jonathon Stuit, in a quick round of 'Connect Four' played during Dutton Chris­ tian's Grandparents’ Day. SPECIAL PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE THORNAPPLE TOWNSHIP ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT RZ-4 Notice is hereby given that on November 1,1994, at 7:30 p.m., at the Thornapple Township Hall, 200 E. Main St., Middleville. Michigan, the Thornapple Township Planning Commission will hold a special public hearing for the purpose of hearing comments regarding amendments of the Thomapple Township Zoning Ordinance. A petition has been received from Joe Arnold, 333 44th St., Grand Rapids. Ml 49548, to rezone a portion of P.P. No. 0814-005-014-00 from A-R zone to Com­ mercial. This property is located at the northeast comer of Section 5, Thomapple Township, south of 108th St. and west of Highway M-37. Legal description of property. Thomapple: East 50 Acres of North 60 Acres of Northeast 1/4 Sec. 5-4-10. Except M-37 Right-of-Way. 49 Acres. The zoning petition and map may be inspected at the Thomapple Township office daily 9 a.m to 4 p.m. Any written comments regarding this rezoning may be ad­ dressed to: Mark Sevald, Secretary, Thornapple Township Planning Commission, 200 E. Main St.. Middleville, Michigan 49333. Mark Sevald. Secretary Thomapple Township Planning Commission NOTICE: Thornapple Twp will provide reosonob.e aux­ iliary aids and services, such os signers for the hearing impaired and audio topes of printed material being con­ sidered at the election meeting hearing upon seven (7) days notice to the Township Clerk Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the clerk by writing or colling Thomapple Township Clerk, 200 E. Main St., Middleville Ml. (104) by Barbara (jail Siu# Writer Grandmas and Grandpas and other special loved ones were the guests of honor Fri­ day at Dutton Christian's an­ nual Grandparents' Day, followed that evening by the school's traditional Harvest Sale and Dinner. More than 600 guests joined the students to fill the Dutton Christian Reformed Church for the 12:30 p.m. program and worship service Afterward, grandparents visited with their grand­ children in their classrooms at both the elementary and mid­ dle schools, and enjoyed refreshments provided by the Dutton Christian Circle. The Harvest Dinner and Sale held that evening in the Dutton Christian Middle School gym featured more than 400 items donated for the sale. The Harvest Sale is Dutton Christian's most important fund-raiser, with all proceeds going toward school needs. This year, possible pur­ chases featured a hot tub, a computer, a trampoline, ap­ pliances and golf and weekend getaway packages. However, buyers could choose from other items, which ranged in size and value from wood lawn chairs to lace, bicycles to baby quilts. This year’s sale was headed by Penny Seif and Char Troost. "We are really thrilled, as always, by the support of our friends and our families." they said as they suneyed the gym full of sale items "We could never be suc­ cessful with this event without all their generosity . " Phone 795-3345 for Sun & News ACTION ADS! Kari VanderSchaaf, 5, enjoys entertaining three of her grandparents during Dutton Christian's annual Grandparents' Day. Working with Kari on some color­ ing projects in her kindergarten classroom are Henry and Lois Vandmeer (left) and Mary Anne Weeber. PUBLIC NOTICE of HEARING Village of Middleville PUBLIC HEARING ON BASIC CABLE TELEVISION RATES Public notice is hereby given that a public hear­ ing will be held by the Village of Middleville at 7:00 p.m. on October 25, 1994 at the Village Hall, 100 E. Main Street, Middleville, Michigan on the Form 1220 and proposed schedule of rates of C-TEC Cable­ vision for the basic cable television service tier and associated equipment. Interested parties may ap­ pear in person, by agent, or by letter at such hear­ ing to submit comments on or objections to the Form 1220 and proposed schedule of basic cable rates. Copies of the Form 1220 and proposed schedule of basic cable rates and related information (except those parts which may be withheld as proprietary) are available for inspection or copying from the of­ fice of the Village Clerk located at the above address. Cheryl Hooper, Clerk (103) �Page 16 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / October 11. 1994 Call for Classifieds... PLACE YOUR ADVERTISING MESSAGE HERE •795-3S45' ' Rates: 5 wards for $2.75 then K>* per word.: If you pay in advance, you save 50* billing charge. Deadline is Friday at 4:00 p.m. i F or Rent ■ For Sale SIERRA AIR TIGHT wood FOR RENT Currently taking applications. stove with Tire screen, $225. One bedroom - Senior Citizens 795-7910.__________________ Apartments. Rent Based on WILL SACRIFICE 2 NEW income. 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Forrest Bender wishes to thank our many relatives and friends for the love, support, prayers, calls, cards, flowers, and food at the time of his death. Special thanks to former local pastor Rev. Wesley Smith for conducting the service and to those who made contributions to Muscular Dystrophy. Your thoughtfulness will always be remembered. Anne Bender Clare and Helen John and Marcia Ken and Kathy Bender Grandchildren and ________ Great Grandchildren THE FAMILY OF Clarence R. McClurkin wishes to thank our families, neighbors, and many friends for the love, support, prayers, cards, flowers, food and money during the sudden and unexpected loss of our loved one. We all greatly appreciate the kindness and help everyone has given us through this hard time. Also thank you to the people who sent donations to the Paricinsons Disease Foundation, the Caledonia Firemen for their quick rcsponcc and the 911 Ambulance staff. Thanks to the emergency staff, nurses, and doctors at Blodgett Memorial Medical Center. Special thanks to Pastor Shorkey, Wren Funeral Home, and the Moose Lodge for the nice luncheon. Your thoughtfullness will never be forgotten. Thank you Brenda McClurkin Dan and Michelle McClurkin Kelly and Greg Czinder Connie and Bill Zaidel Lori Gould Michcal Gould grandchildren and great grand­ children brothers and sisters BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment. GYMNASTICS IN MOTION offering pre-school through advanced classes, all ages. Also boys and girls USGF competi­ tion teams. For information call Cathy 795-7620.____________ homeowners- cash FAST! -Home and income property-Debt consol idation•Tumcd down? problem credit? We can help!-Fast, easy - Call 24 hours. AAA Mortgage & Finance Corp. 1-800-968-2221 Free consultation. POLEBARNS, DESIGN ED TO YOUR specifications, free planning and delivery. 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LU if) 1 795-4215 V Hudsonville I Ice Cream Soecxs Sauces ord 100% Cheese g If B 9790 CHERRY VALLEY, M-37 - CALEDONIA � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/704/SunandNews_1994-10-18.pdf 4feb1d8a08ec2ea2188734be7b752712 PDF Text Text nd Neiosl bastings ruftHc Library 121 Churct Hastings, lU. Youfflometown Newspaper Serying Middleville and Caledonia Areas No. 37 I October 18. 1994 Middleville, Michigan 49333 124th Year Enforcement of local laws will be easier, less expensive Caledonia Village to adopt civil law ordinance bv Barbara (.all Staff Writer The Caledonia Village Council last week agreed to take advantage of new state legislation that will allow the village an easier process for enforcing ordinances. Village legal counsel Jim Brown explained that the new legisla lion allows the "decriminalization" of minor criminal offenses. This means that the council can exact a punishment for these offenses in less expen­ sive and less humiliating ways than taking the offender to court, as it presently must do. Instead, minor violations will be handled much like traf­ fic tickets. Brown said, with tickets written for the offenses. The person receiving the ticket will appear before the judge to pay the fine, and will not have to go through a situa­ tion with lawyers and a jury. If the person wishes to plead innocent to the violation, the matter will be decided by a court magistrate "The real value of this (process) is it would be easier and cheaper to enforce your ordinance.” Brown said. "Under the present system, the cost (of enforcement) is not proportionate to the results." he added. If the new procedure is adopted by the council, so­ meone must be appointed to write the tickets, though the final form of those tickets has not yet been approved by the state Supreme Court, he said. A motion to authorize Brown to draw up the or­ dinance changes needed to im­ plement the new legislation passed 5-1, with Trustee Dan Erskine voting "no." In other action, the council voted to apply to the Depart­ ment of Natural Resources for a new ground water discharge permit that would allow for future expansion of the village's new wastewater treatment plant Engineer Randy Wilcox, of Wilcox Associates, recom­ mended the action, pointing out that it takes several years to meet whatever parameters the DNR sets for the new permit. By that time, expansion in the village and the township could already be putting pressure on the 500.000 gallons-per-day capacity of the new plant The village will apply for a permit that allows for a 1 million gpd capacity. Apply mg now will allow the council to find out exactly what re­ quirements the DNR would set for such an expansion. Wilcox said. 77te council also: — Adopted a "Tree Or­ dinance" in keeping with the requirements for a "Tree Ci­ ty" designation. Trustee Judy Kidder, who heads the village Tree Committee, said that the village will plant a tree at Caledonia Elementary later this month to fulfill the last re­ quirement for the designation. — Agreed to propose to the Caledonia Fire Board that the village share with the fire department and the township the cost of purchasing equip­ ment for working in a “con­ fined space" such as a manhole. Total cost of the equipment is about $4,400. — Approved Klaver’s recommendation to appoint George Brueck to the Village Planning Commission to replace Zoltan Berencsi. who has resigned. — Appointed Willard (Bill) Robertson to fill the council vacancy created by the resignation of Paula Moerland, who moved out of the village. Robertson will serve until the next village election in March. 1996. Robertson will have to resign from the Village Zoning Board of Appeals to serve on the council. — Approved a parade per­ mit for the annual Caledonia Elementary Halloween parade down Main Street. Yankee Springs settles with C-Tec on rate issues by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The Yankee Springs Township Board approved a settlement with C-Tec Cable Systems rather than continu­ ing with legal action on the issue of rate regulation The township had joined several other area municipalities to form a con­ sortium fighting to keep cable costs from constantly increasing. The settlement provides for a one-time $3.60 refund, a 30-cent per month rate reduction, and a rate freeze until April I, 1995, canceling a rate increase planned for this month. Any rate increases after that will be limited to the rate of inflation, plus Federal Com­ munication Commission authorized costs. This will be in effect until August 1997. Attorneys in the case estimate that each customer has been saved about $275. In Yankee Springs, that sav­ ings has been passed on to roughly 680 C-Tec customers, according to Supervisor George London. Though the consortium will not continue with legal action, London said he felt positive about the gains that have been made in the fight against ris­ ing cable costs. In other business last Thurs­ day, the board also discussed four issues that will be put on the Nov. 8 election ballot. The first township proposal is for renewal of a half mill for fire and ambulance protection. London explained that because of the rollback, the township actually only col­ lects about 0.31 mill. That is the reason for the se- Facilities review gets under way at TK schools bv Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Several school groups are scheduled to meet with the Tower Pinkster Titus Com­ pany to discuss facilty needs for the Thornapple Kellogg Schools over the next week. Tower Pinkster Titus was contacted last spring about div­ ing a feasibility study for the district. Company representatives have visited all of the TK schools to evaluate such things as classroom space, building conditions, and other facilities These meetings with school connected groups such as the parent groups from the schools, teachers and staff, and board is one of the final steps in the completion of the study. Once the actual information is all gathered. Tower will put together the feasibility study with recommendations as to current and future needs of the district, according to Superintendent Jay Cason. Even though the company is about one third of the way through its study, it could possibly have a recommenda­ tion for the school board by the December meeting on Monday. Dec. 12. During last Monday's meeting, the board also got word of a grant to be used for at-risk students for roughlv $150,000 Cheryl Allen, curriculum director, explained that she expects that the grant money will arrive at any time. This state funding is to be used in programming for K-12 students who are at-risk The board also approved a contract for a new middle school special education teacher Johanna Ripley who has seven years of teaching ex­ perience in a resource room setting will be joining the mid­ dle school staff. Ripley holds a bachelor’s degree in elementary educa­ tion and learning disabilities, and has a graduate multicategoncai endorsement from Iowa Stale University. In other business, the board: — Recognized Chris Willette for all of her work for special education in the district and the formation and direction of a support group An engraved pen was presented to her m apprecia­ tion of her efforts — Adopted a policy gover­ ning the adoption of instruc­ tional materials used in the classrooms — OK'd the middle school science textbooks — Planned for a goal­ setting meeting for Monday. Oct. 17. They will also meet with Tower Pinkster Titus at that time. cond proposal asking to recoup the rollback giving the township the entire 0.5 mill. The board has also approv­ ed the request for an addi­ tional 0.25 mill to be be used for fire and ambulance coverage as well. The final proposal is for 0.5 mill for road repairs and maintenance. Funding for any road work done currently must come from the general township budget. "There is more work to be done than the township budget can handle,” said London. "And Proposal A has cut everyone’s property taxes by about 50 percent which reduces township revenues. ” London said that if all four proposals pass, a township resident who owns a $100,000 home ($50,000 in State Equalized Value), this would mean about a $62-per-year in­ crease in property taxes. The board also vexed to vacate a six-foot alley on the property recently purchased by Bruce Helder near Barlow Lake He had come to the board during the summer to request this action. Helder purchased eight ad­ joining lots that had a six-foot right of way running down the center of the group of properties The alley did not provide any access to the lake In fact, it did not even go to the lake There is also a garage built right in the path of the alley After consulting with township attorneys, London said the board found no reason to hold the alley property By vacating that six-foot strip, it will automatically now revert to the property owner Caledonia Elementary kids learn about ‘rain forest’ It was all there but the rain I All the layers’ of a real rain forest were constructed in the halls of Caledonia Elementary, as the third graders studied that threatened habitat. They researched the animals, the plant life, the food chains and the importance of the world's rain forests. Each class also raised $35 to save an acre of rain forest. The destruction' of the Cal El forest will follow the same steps as the destruction of real rain forests. Pictured with the project are Alecia Duryea (back, left), Joanne VanHolstyn, Dale Hoefl inger. Brad Swartz (kneeling, left), Matt Corson and Tara Fitzsimmons. Village Council bombarded by resident questions by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The Middleville Village Council met with a lot of questions at the meeting Mon­ day. Oct. 10. Usually, audience atten­ dance at the meetings is light. But nearly every seat was taken with about 30 people who wanted to voice their opi­ nions or ask questions of the council. Major issues raised were about the sewer increase and the parking ordinance that bans all parking from village streets and right of ways bet­ ween 2 and 6 am. President Lon Myers kept order and the council answered many of the ques­ tions raised. After explaining that the sewer rale increase was necessary to pay off the debt for the construction of the new wastewater treatment plant, and that the new plant was necessary, regardless of the addition of the mobile home park, most the the concern See Council on page 3 In This Issue... • Fun Fire Prevention Week activities teach safety, prevention • CHS Players open season with ‘comic’ horror story • TK Schools to mark ‘Red Ribbon Week’ • CHS soccer fans light up their ‘field of dreams’ �Page 2 / The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml / October 18. 1994 From Our Readers Some reasons to celebrate at Caledonia Schools To the editor: For the past six months. I have been involved in the Michigan Model Schools Pro­ ject for the Caledonia Com­ munity Schools The grant enabled staff, students, parents, common it y-at-large and business representatives to meet together, not once, but six times to discuss and iden­ tify issues. The process of discrepancy analysis between the skills identified by our community as important and what is cur­ rently taught is giving us a better understanding of where we arc and where we want and need to be in the future. Change is ongoing Learn­ ing is lifelong The speed with which that change and learn­ ing takes place becomes rele­ vant only to the needs being addressed Unfortunately, we don’t celebrate enough Since Caledonia was chosen for this project from among 400 state wide applicants, evidently the Michigan legislature felt Caledonia Schools' restructuring efforts warranted further encouragement Since the International Center for Leadership in Education has granted Caledonia High School model school status (rating it among the top 20 in the nation), evidently Dr Willard Dag­ gett. director for the Interna­ tional Center, believes in Caledonia's progress. This recognition affords our students the opportunity to present at the third annual Na­ tional Model Schools Con­ ference in June 1995. Dr. Daggett is more than qualified to make such an assessment because he travels throughout the United States and world working with districts to make education more rigorous and relevant for all. In fact, let me share some quotes from Dr Dag gett's letters and conferences after his visit to our high school on Sept 8. 1994 “I was extremely pleased and impressed with what I saw . I hope you and your staff comprehend what enormous progress you have made in moving to the type of high school America needs to prepare children for the world of the 1990s and beyond. If my children were still atten­ ding school. I would want them to go here You have so much to be proud of. The kinds of things you are doing for the students at Caledonia are filled with so much promise.” Caledonia's Community Town Meeting tonight. Tues­ day. Oct. I8. at 7 p m., at the high school, will rejoin our hands once again to report our progress, seek input, and outline the next steps in our curriculum project. Helen Branigan. senior associate with the International Center and consultant for Caledonia, will be present. This promises to be an exciting evening as we continue to work together “to improve teaching and learning for (our) students. ” Community awareness is absolutely vital to Caledonia's progress. Involvement in education is key. Come and participate; don't just write letters and make assumptions about issues not clearly understood. Barbara Daniels Caledonia High School Faculty Member Library millage’s passage is great benefit Dear editor: I believe it necessary to clarify the misinformation stated in Jack Berends' letter to the editor Oct. 4 regarding the Kent District Library millage request for financial support of the library. While Caledonia Township owns and maintains the Caledonia Library building, the Kent District Library pro STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY Call us for a quote for all of your insurance needs. • Auto • Life • Health Home • Business • Investment Caledonia Village Centre 9365 Cherry Valley Avenue Caledonia, Ml 49316 891-9294 vides the book collection, technology and library staff. These are ongoing costs and citizens are not being asked “to support something (they) already have and pay for." The District Library cur­ rently receives one-third of its budget from Kent County's general fund, one-third of the budget from the general funds of 26 participating govern­ mental units, and the final one-third from state aid and penal fines. As general funds support increasing costs of mandated services, funds for nonmandated services, such as the library, continue to diminish. Penal fines continue to decrease and are unreliable as a source of income. As a result, the library book budget has diminished over the years, branches have reduced open hours, and programs for children, and adults have decreased. The library system’s book budget in 1988 reached a high of $638,000. In 1995. without the millage, the book budget will be $272,000 for all 17 branches. At the same time, the library system’s circula­ tion of materials was 2.6 million in 1993, or an increase of 117 percent over the last 11 years. For these reasons, elected officials from the county and all 26 participating govern­ ment units agreed to form a district library with a dedicated millage for library service. Voters within the Kent District Library will vote Nov 8 on a millage of .68 for a period of six years for the sole purpose of providing library service to your residents. The county will roll back .12 mills of County taxes if the Library millage passes. At the Caledonia Township budget hearing, township of­ ficials discussed using their library service payment for a new library building. With passage of the millage, all branches will benefit from an increase in the number of books and magazines, as well as an upgrade in technology and in­ creased programs for both adults and children. Patrons will also benefit from an in­ crease in branch hours system-wide and Sunday hours at three branches. Ruth McCrank, Interim Director Kent District Library Marian Kowalczyk to celebrate 75th with open house Head-on crash kills Middleville man, 65 A 65-year-old Middleville man was killed last Tuesday morning in a two-car head-on crash on M-37 near Finkbeincr Road. Barry County Sheriffs deputies said. Ralph K. Bigelow, of 314 Greenwood Court, was driv­ ing north on M-37 at 7:09 am when he tried to pass a dump truck that was waiting to make a left turn onto Rnkbeiner. Bigelow side-swiped a southbound pickup truck on its left rear-end. however, and continued on in the south­ bound lane to hit head-on a car driven by Michael F. Barkey. 44, of Kentwood. Bigelow was taken to Pen­ nock Hospital. where he was pronounced dead. Barkey was flown by heli­ copter to Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids where he was listed in critical condition Wednesday afternoon. Amongst Bigelow's sur­ vivors are his wife Jackie, and his children. Mike and Lorraine Bigelow. Gary Bigelow. Cathy Bigelow. Michele Bigelow and Gene Bigelow, and eight grandchildren. Visitation for Bigelow will be held Thursday (today) from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Stroo Funeral Home. Cutlerville Chapel, in Grand Rapids. Funeral services will be held at the chapel Friday at 1 p.m. Internment will be at the Blythefield Memory Gardens Talk Back Growth's impact on schools By Douglas Busman, Caledonia Superintendent Q. I have noticed a lot of building going on along M-37. What impact will this have on the school? A. The site on the west side of M-37 (just south of 84th Street) is called Glen Valley Estates, and it is expected that 225 sites will be developed in that area. Q. Are there any other major developments that will af­ fect the school? A. 250 sites are included in phase one in the Country Meadows development on 76th Street. This development an ticipates 320 total units, and 470 sites are expected to be developed on 84th Street to the west of Cherry Valley With just these three developments the potential exists for over 1,000 new families moving into our area in the next several years. Q. How can the school plan for this growth? A. In 1991, the school involved several hundred community members in a comprehensive fact based analysis of where the school was and where it is projected to be in the future. The resulting document entitled, “Finding Answers to Caledonia's Tomorrows (FACTs) shows a projected enrollment growth of approximately 1000 more students by the year 2000. In planning for this projected growth the school board and administrators have attempted to be both practical and vi­ sionary. With the continued development of farmland, sites suitable for future schools must be considered while such land is still available. Regardless of personal opinions or feelings about the changes facing our area, growth and development seem to be inevitable. And for the school system, this means being prepared to offer the new residents a place where their children will receive a quality education. If you have questions about this subject, or have a concern you would like to see addressed in this column, please either call the Caledonia Community Schools administrative office at 891-8185 or write to Superintendent Douglas Busman at P O Box 128, Caledonia, MI 49316. The children of Marian (Neil) Kowalczyk of Aho are giving an open house to honor her on her 75th birthday Please stop in and help celebrate on Oct. 23 from 2-5 p.m. at the Bowne Center Methodist Fellowship Hall, 84th Street and Alden Nash Avenue No gifts please �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml / October 18. 1994 / Page 3 Fire Prevention Week activities teach safety, prevention and fun by Margaret Fowler Sto# Writer Special activities set for Fire Prevention Week last week gave more than 1,000 Thornapple Kellogg school children a fun way to learn about fire safety and prcention Staff from Thornapple Township Emergency Ser­ vices and the Freeport Volunteer Fire departmem planned and manned the ac­ tivities that went on all week. Rick Schaefer-Space of TTES headed up the planning with the scheduling of the ac­ tivities. including a facility firefighters’ gear, closer looks at the fire trucks and other emergency vehicles, shooting a fire hose, touring the Wayland Fire department “Smoke House’ and how to use 911. “We wanted to give the kids an awareness of fire prevention as well as safety in the home, information about II Bennie Townsend of the Freeport Volunteer Fire deportment helped each stu­ dent man the fire hose taking aim at a cone set on the sidewalk. Students could got to go through on ambulance during their visit to the fire and ambulance station in Middleville. Renee Snow helps one of the kids out of the ambulance. how emergency services operates, and more about 911,” Schaefer-Space said. “We wanted to make this educational experience fun and enjoyable for the kids.” he added Schaefer-Space also said that without the help of many different people, the week­ long activity would not have been the success that it was. Many village residents were willing to help out and be cooperative throughout the week All of the school ad­ ministration and staff made sure the kids came and went safely. The Parents and Elementary Teachers groups donated col­ oring books that were passed out to kids in the third grade and under. Pastoor's Family Market sold the cider for the kids to the group at cost. The Shnners’ Bum Institute provided an informational booklet to give to the children Schaefer-Space said they also got a lot of help and cooperation through Thornap­ ple Township and the Village of Middleville. At the elementary school level, only two classes ot kindergartners haven’t had the chance to take part in the activities “We plan to get to them in the next couple of weeks.” Schaefer-Space said “Overall, we feel like this* has been a great success.” he added "Wc feel good about what has been done Who me 40?! I demand a recount! --------- M Eddy Sue Thomas Happy 40th Birthday on Oct. 20, 1994 IVe love you... your family Fundraisers planned for TK senior party The 1995 senior parents at Thornapple Kellogg High School are working to make this year’s “End of the Year” party an event to remember. Throughout the year, parents of these upcoming graduates do whatever they can to make sure the seniors know how important they are. The culmination of the year’s efforts is a class party, held after the graduation Thornapple Kellogg students like these first graders had great fun trying on fire fighter equipment during Fire Prevention Week. Phil Clinton of the emergency services took the students on the tour inside the station. Council continued from page 1 turned to the parking ordinance Several residents said they felt that the village was infr­ inging on property that the in­ dividuals owned by saying there could be no parking in the right of way Residents also complained about not having enough room to park all of their vehicles off of the street The council assured those in attendance that the ordinance would be sent back to the Planning Commission for more study Myers said there would be a report made on the matter at the next council meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 25. In iHher business, the village council: — Passed a resolution on an ordinance describing the proper procedures for establishing a special assess­ ment district — Heard a proposal made by Wade-Trim for master water system and master sanitary sewer system studies. Other companies also are sub­ mitting proposals that will be received by the council and reviewed along with that of Wade-Trim. — Was notified that safety equipment purchased by the village to satisfy Michigan standards was less than ex­ pected Actual cost was $8,000. as opposed to the $9,500 estimate — Gave authority to the village manager and police chief to proceed w uh ■otification and follow through for the property owner at 217 W Mam to clean up the garbage on the property It has become a health hazard, according to Manshum. and rats have been seen at the site ceremonies at a secret loca­ tion. This “last fling” has always been a popular and memorable event for T.K. seniors and their parents. Fund-raising efforts, too, have begun. The pig roast Oct. 9, a game ball raffle at last Wednesday ’s soccer game and many other projects are all helping pay the bills. Many future projects are in the works, as well as current activities. Sub sandwiches can be ordered at a cost of $2 each. These ham. cheese and pep­ peroni sandwiches are from Phil’s Pizzana. Those who can't catch up with a senior parent to place an order can just call 795-3074. Delivery should be on or around Oct. 24. Orders will be taken until Oct 19 Senior parents also are tak­ ing orders for Christinas wreaths These natural pine wreaths, from Hart’s Tree Farm in Rockford, will come ready to decorate. The wreaths are $10 each Delivery will be around Thanksgiving lime. Place orders w uh a senior parent or by calling 795-9872 or 765-3070 People or organizations who would like to contribute goods, time or money, can call Margie Loew at 945-5779 Ml Q (75 PUT < SOMETHING FOR YOUR RETIREMENT WITH A STATE BANK OF CALEDONIA IRA ACCOUNT Helping you provide for your financial future is what we're all about. And opening one of our IRA accounts is a great head start towards that goal. Aside from current tax advantages * and earning high interest you'll be Insuring your ability to live comfortably once you stop working. And that kind of peace of mind is priceless. The sooner you get started, the sooner you can rest easy about taking care of your retirement finances. Call now and get all the details. Ctate 627 MAIN ST CALEDONIA 3205 6TTH ST, S E DUTTON 303 ARLINGTON MIDDLEVILLE 891-8113 698-6337 795-3361 Al PDONJIA Aa 3 Loc*aons °p*n Aa MLLL/VIXJM Monday thru Friday and 'til Noon on Saturday • —.Z. LENDER �Page 4 I The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml I October 18, 1994 Neighbors With. NORMA VELDERMAN .... ............. Good morning, everyone. It’s 4.30 a m Thursday I have to apologize to all of you folks. I gotta spurt of housec leaning. It was such a beautiful day 1 spent my energy on making the dirt fly. I aired out all our bedding Oh. how good it smelled when I bought it in. I was so tired by everything that I just relaxed instead of calling all of you for news. If you passed by the other day and saw Cay and me sit­ ting in the driveway we were not senile, nor making mud pies, but husking the walnut crop. Cay had picked up the -„--l nuts with a friendly neighbor bringing over a cart full of hers. We had been driving over them to husk as mans as possible They're nou on the wagon driving. We’ll see how many the squirrels will let ups keep Yesterday, was my day for Vision Enrichment's George Cramer to come out and work with me in mastering my "Outspoken ” program He is so pattern with my mind and memory. He scolded me for being discouraged with having to have him go over and over the procedure. He finally said that I must accept that I am 78 and must work harder retain­ ing the steps So be put the steps on tape with very clear directions. Then he indicated many sentences, about 50. so I could repeat the steps over and over and over, until it was there to slay. And I must do it constantly. If I didn *t use it for a week, it would disappear. He is so right, but dam the aging process. It is a never en­ ding battle to keep the memory that I have I will slop grumbling, folks. I am bringing out all my mom's old big pictures and working with Kathenne Pitts help, to frme them so I can put them up on the wall. 1 am sort of return to my childhood and seeing my dad and mom as real people and even young people I was too young to remember my dad. He died when I was two I was such a brat growing up that I never saw my mom as a person, just as someone who tried, in a very sweet way to help me be a better person. She was such a gentle person that when I pushed her too hard she would try to spank me. Then she would throw up. It made her violently sick to physically hurt anyone. I used to think she was a wimp. I never respected what a wonderful and wise person she was with her gentle, sweet way until I had gentle children of my own and saw how my pushing way just made my gentle children shrivel up and go within Then I would slop in horror and what my severe ways were doing. I can appreciate my mom as a wonderful person. So. in her memory. I am mounting her pictures on the wall to impress on my mind forever how much more effective gentleness can solve problems and help a child grow to be a better person. I feel that she understands how finally I am learning to respect gentleness and not feel hard rules and ac­ tions are the only way to teach a child. I guess I practiced the theory . "A warm bottom real­ ly opens a child's ears." It is needed sometimes, but not as much as 1 used it. Maybe, next time I will have a chance to practice what I feel I am learning now . Well, folks. I’ll visit with you next week. Love you. all very much, my Community Family. You help me so much with reading my column. Your warmth and caring about me is so wonder­ ful. A big hug to all of you for your caring and taking time to share your caring by telling me when you see me The other day. karen Kanstopped me in D&W to say she loves reading my column All of your support keeps me going Thanks folks. Phone 795-3345 for Sun & News Action-Ads! LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church — Serving a Living Lord SUNDAY....... 9:45 a.m.. 11:00 a m. k 6:00 p.m WEDNESDAY................ Family Night - 6.30 p.m. 7240 68th Street. SE - Caledonia 2 mile* east of M-37 Pastor, Rev Brian F. Harrison Youth Pastor, Darrel L. Schrock CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH FIRST BAPTIST WELCOME TO Sunday Services....... 9:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. 8:30 am to 9:30 am — First Worship Service 9:30 am to 9:45 am — Coffee Fellowship 9:45 am to 10:45 am — Sunday School 10:45 am to 1100 am — Coffee Fellowship 11:00 am to 12:00 — Second Worship Service Nursery and Children’s Church will be provided Al Tiemeyer Community Calling 1 Timothy 4:12 CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Rev. James Cusack Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass. .5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass................... KETTLE LAKE INDEPENDENT REFORMED Proclaiming the Histone Reformed Faith. Services at 9:30 a m. and 6:00 p.m. Worshipping at Kettle Lake School on Whitneyville Road South of 68th Street CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST Church School......... 9:30 a.m. Choir Practice.................... 9:30 a.m. Worship Service............... 10:30 a m. 250 Vine Street Church Office — 891-6669 Parsonage — 891-8167 Rev. Bobby Dale Whitlock Sun. Morning Worship. Sunday School.............. Evening Service............ 10:30 a.m. . 9:30 a.m. . 6:00 p.m. Rev. Bernard Mulder, Pastor 868-6306 LEIGHTON UNITED METHODIST Gaines United Brethren Church Kalamazoo Avenue at 92nd Street Caledonia. Michigan a Telephone WX-8252 Pastor Mark Beers Pastor Scott Taylor Reaching People With Christ Rev. Gerald Van Oyen CHRISTIAN REFORMED 6201 Whitneyville Avenue Sunday School 9:45a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service . 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service......................................6:00p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer................. 6:45 p.m. Word of Life Clubs................................................ 6:45p.m. "A church with a caring heart for our community and the world" M-37 at 100th St., Caledonia, Ml Church Office: (616) 891-1512 LAKESIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville Bruce N. Stewart, Pastor Lee Taylor, Assistant Pastor dlinst 3rLoIv Iwsarti Traditional Roman Catholic Latin Mass Rev. Fr. Francisco Radecki, CMRI 314 E. Main, Middleville Phone: 795-9030 Sacred Heart Devotions Sunday Mass: 4:00 P.M. Confessions and Rosary: 20 Minutes before Mass Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Sunday Morning Worship (Interpreted for hearing impaired)............... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School.............................. .11:10 a.m. Sunday Evening Service............... ..6:30p.m. Pioneer Club (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday. Prayer Meeting - Wednesday........................... 7:00 p.m. Youth Fellowship - Sunday.............................. 5:00 p.m. RAY TOWNSEND. Postor BM DOUBLESTEIN. Youth Director 891-8028 MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED YOU ARE INVITED Rev Roger Timmerman. Pastor 795-3667 MIDDLEVILLE and PARMELEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES 8546 Whitneyville Ave at 84th SM891-8661 'The Cfuch where everybody is somebody... ana jesus Chrts! b Lord" 111 Church Street Jackson »ouf> fatty , won*. Muse Dr “God Cares for You” Cornerstone Wesleyan Church Children1! Churclv Youth Wonhip during morning irrvicei, Caraway St puppet ministry for K4th dunng evening terviccs Sunday School.................................. 9:45-10:45 Wednesday Night ‘‘Family Night”......6:45-8:15 Includes Adventure Club, Choin for Children and Adulb, High School Youth Group and Adult (’laMO For information call: 891-8119 St. Paul Lutheran Kraft Ave & 84th St.. Caledonia, Mi (Missouri Synod) Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. " Rom. 12:10 First Service..................................... 8:30 a m. Sunday School 9 45 a m (Fellowship Coffee 9:45 a m to 10:00 a m.) Bible Classes............................. 10:00 a.m Second Service.................. 11:00 a.m. (All Services have a Nursery available) Rev. Robert Gerke Office: 891-8688 Church: 891-9878 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH -r 12200 Chief Noonday Road (at (iun lake/ Wayland. Michigan 49348 • 795 7903 JBET Barner Free / Programs for All Ages ’ggK J Sunday Wontap 1000 m Parmelee Morning Worship........... 9 30 a m Middleville Sunday School............ 9 45 am Middleville Worship...................... 11 00 a m Wolncviiv Rev. Lynn Wagner — 795-3798 Rev Carroll Fowler — 765-5316 !*FMnty N»gkT ( 600pm Church Office Phone — 795-9266 tZTijr (Did ®imt ^rtliodisf (flljurdi 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto. Michigan 49302 Services — Sunday School... Morning Worship Evening Worship 1000 a.m ........... 11-00 a.m. ............ 600 p.m. Sunday School.................. 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship..............11:00 a m Evening Worship................. 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting/ Children's Classes......... 7:00 p.m. Royle Bailard, Pastor Paswr Jeffrey Lee Phone 795 7076 — 868-6437 — Meeting at the Comer of Wood School Rd. and Wing Rd. Barner Free • M 37 between Caledonia & Middleville Sunday Worship Services......8:30 or 11:00,6:00 708 West Main Street Morning Worship Service. .10:00 am Sunday School................... Evening Worship Service................ 6:00 p.m WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH Sunday School.......................................930 a m. Sunday Momng Worsho...................... 1030 am Sunday Evening WonTxp........................ 600 p.m Wed ktoweek Prayer A Btoie 9udy...... 700 p m Peace Reformed Church The Reorganized CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST of Latter Day Saints 8146 68<h St near Whitneyville Ave Church School, * Suotb> ............ 9 45 * m gMorning Worship.II 00a m gi Evening Worship 6:00 p m Wed Fellowship ..7 30pm (in home* or church) call . Pastor Robert Loesch 698-6027 Frrrrra i iiwii �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I October 18, 1994 I Page 5 Redeemer Covenant breaks ground for new church building Oct. 9 The Redeemer Covenant Church congregation refused to be deterred by wind and rain as ground was broken Sunday. Oct. 9. for its new church building. Despite threatening skies, the congregation joined together after the morning worship service to walk with shovels in hand to the site of the new church on Hanna Lake Avenue, just south of 68th Street There. Stan Elenbaas of Elmridge Construction presented Pastor Joel Kruggei with the official ground­ breaking shovel. Following a brief dedicat ion service, all who brought shovels joined Rev. Kruggei in a symbolic turning of the soil. As a driving rain pelted the participants, some of the con­ gregation broke into the old hymm, ‘‘Showers of Blessing The four-year-old Redeemer Covenant Church was formed as a daughter con­ gregation to the First Evangelical Covenant Church in Grand Rapids The con­ gregation. which averages about 200 in attendance each week, is meeting in the Dutton Christian Middle School. Completion of the new church building is scheduled for late summer of 1995. Members of the Redeemer Covenant Church congregation begin their walk from their present worship site at Dutton Christian Middle School to the ground breaking for their own church building, to be constructed nearby. Ignoring a driving rain, Redeemer Covenant Pastor Joel Kruggei leads the ground breaking dedication service, held Sunday, Oct. 9. (Photos courtesy Redeemer Covenant Church.) Tom Solvius, chairmen of mittee, helps his daughter earth during the ground Voder, right, gets ready to the church's building comGabrielle turn over some breaking service. Elden do his part. BINGO Caledonia man named Dordt RA Dordt College junior Newton Tmwbridge. son of William and Laura Trowbridge of Caledonia, has been selected to serve as a resident assistant for the 1994-1995 college term. Trowbridge is a graduate of South Christian High School in Cutlerville. In this position, Trowbridge will serve the needs of students living in a particular sector of student housing on campus. Some of the duties of the resident assistant include organizing student activities, enforcing residence hall policies, and getting to know freshmen and transfer students. The entire residence staff is responsible for the supervision of the communal life in the various campus housing units. The resident assistants serve under the leadership of community ad­ visors, and under the general supervision of Michael Loomis, resident director, and Curtis Taylor, director of resident life Dordt College, a Christian liberal arts college, located in northwest Iowa, enrolls ap­ proximately 1.150 students from the United States. Canada and other foreign countries. It offers some 40 academic programs. Rotary annual spaghetti supper set for Oct. 28 by Margaret Fow ler Staff Writer The Middleville Rotary Club will once again offer a spaghetti dinner before the Thornapple Kellogg varsity football game, on Friday, Oct 28. Serving times for the dinner that is being held at the TK High School cafeteria begin at 4:30 p m and will continue until 7 p m Tickets can be purchased either at the door or in ad­ vance from any Rotarian at $4 for adults Children under 12 eat free if accompanied by an adult. This annual fall event has happened for several years and has become a tradition for the Middleville Rotary Proceeds from the dinner go toward $500 scholarships that are awarded to TK graduating students Rotary has awards for more than $20,000 tn scholarships to TK graduates over the last 10 years The scholarship program originally started by making one award annually Now. as many as four students have bene fitted from the program each year. American LegionPost <305 9548 Cherry Valley. Caledonia • THURSDAY • Early Bird - 6:30 PM IlFE GOT YOU DOWN? Trouble happens... Storms strike... Sooner or later it happens to all of us and we ask, "Why me?" or "Why does God allow such things to happen?" STRENGTH FOR THE STORMS OF LIFE Beginning October 23 An inspiring new series of messages by pastor Keith Dragt, designed to give REAL ANSWERS to your REAL LIFE QUESTIONS! Always true to the Bible, while still relevant for today! GLCC Gun Lake Community Church 12200 Chief Noonday Rd. (1/2 mile East of Patterson) un Lake Community Church 795-7903 SUNDAYS 8:30 AND 10:00 A.M. �Page 6 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I October 18, 1994 CHS Players open season with ‘comic’ horror story Nov. 3-4 School Lunch Menus Caledonia Community High Middle Schools Lunch Menu Wednesday. Oct. 19 Spaghetti, w meat sauce, salad or french fries, fruit choice, garlic toast, milk Thursday. Oct. 20 Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes, w/gravy or french fries, fruit choice, roll, milk Friday, Oct. 21 Turkey pita, peas or french fries, fruit choice, milk. Monday. Oct. 24 Burritos, com or french fries, fruit choice, milk. Tuesday. Oct. 25 Pizza, french fries, fruit choice, milk. Meal Deal Menu The cost for the CHS production of A Creature Creeps' pauses during rehearsal for a photo. In the front are Nicole Potgeter and Steve Young. Seated, from the left, are Sandi Swainston, Pam Allen, Tana Kovli and Melissa Otto. Behind them, from the left, are Allison Wormon, Derika Jousma, Rich Garnoat. Eric Dykgraaf and Roy Stewart. Not pictured is Andrew Moore. by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Caledonia High School thespians will poke some fun at the Gothic horror stories of the 19th century when they present Jack Sharkey’s “The Creature Creeps” in the Per­ Classic Carpet Care Reasonable • Prompt • Professional (Free Estimates) Dry ( leaning • Extraction Residential • Commercial Upholstery Personally owned and Operated In Business 10 Years Doug DeKryter Call Today: (616) 891-7231 If you’re a good driver, you could save money on your auto insurance. Here’s how... Just in case you haven’t heard the good news. Michigan Millers has reduced its auto insurance rates for the Preferred Driver Class. You could save money on your auto insurance if you qualify The Preferred Driver Class rate is available to each driver over 25 years of age when all drivers in the household are accident-free and violation-free. If the drivers in your family qualify, get a quote for your auto insurance with Michigan Millers from: Julie at Cascade Insurance Agencv (616) 698-7373 cL go a < CIA forming Arts Center at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday. Nov. 3 and Friday. Nov. 4 "It s really a comic horror story chosen to fit the Hal Io­ ween spirit." joked CHS drama coach Deb Pomatowski. Set in an old castle in the Transylvania mountains, the action begins sometime in the late 19th century , on Friday the 13th, of course. Characters typical of the old horror stories contrast with "normal” characters as the plot of the three-act play unfolds. Playing the role of the master of the Castle Von Blitzen is Rich Gamaat. Daisy Von Blitzen. the daughter, is played by Allison Worman, and her fiancee. Frank, is played by Steve Young. Other cast members include Nicole Potgeter as Babsy Ballou, Eric Dykgraaf as Mord and Ray Stewart as Gretchen Twitched. The Sisters Zitzen will be played by Sandi Swainston, Tana Kavli, Pam Allen, Melissa Otto and Derika Jousma. Andrew Moore will appear in five different roles during the play Approximately 25 students are participating as actors or on the technical crew, sage crew or publicity committee, Poniatowski said Student director is Lisa Ferguson Tickets for the play will be sold in advance at the high school, with admission set at $3 for adults and $2 for students Tickets also will be sold at the door "We’ve lowered the price of admission this year so that coming to the play will be af fordable for all the students and the community. ’ ’ said Pomatowski We hope lots of people will come to enjoy the play and support our theater students " Michigan Millers Mutual Insurance Compass Wednesday. Oct. 19 Egg/cheese biscuit, juice or fruit, milk. Thursday, Oct. 20 Belgian waffle stick, sausage, juice or fruit, milk. Friday. Oct. 21 Pop tart, string cheese, juice or fruit, milk. Monday. Oct. 24 Assorted cereal, toast, juice or fruit, milk. Tuesday, Oct. 25 Bagel w/topping, juice or fruit, milk. Thornapple Kellogg School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Oct. 19 Turkey Fajita on soft shell, baked beans, applesauce. M.S Salad Bar Thursday. Oct. 20 Chili crackers, bread peanut butter, veggie sticks, fruit sherbet. Friday. Oct. 21 Pizza. California blend, fresh fruit Monday. Oct. 24 Cheeseburger bun. potato rounds, pickles-, peaches. H S Salad bar Tuesday, Oct. 25 Spaghetti meat sauce, garlic toast, tossed salad, pears NOTE: Whole or low fat milk offered each day. Alt menu at El Monday, hot dog; Tues day. turkey on bun. Wednes­ day. salad bar; Thursday, hamburger; Friday, fishwich Breakfast Mtmi Wednesday. Oct. 19 Waffle, cherries on top. milk Thursday. Oct. 20 Cheesy Toast, apple juice, milk Friday. Oct. 21 Fruit crescent, orange juice, milk Monday, Oct. 24 Cold cereal, muffin, grape juice, milk TK Schools to mark ‘Red Ribbon Week’ Thornapple Kellogg Schools will observe Red Ribbon Week" Oct. 23-31. "Each year parents and community members ask me what Red Ribbon Week is," said Cheryl Allen, curriculum director. "In short, it is one week set aside each year for students, parents and com­ munity members to present a unified and visible commit­ ment toward the creation of a Drug-Free America.” The Red Ribbon Week celebration is designed to create an awareness of pro­ blems related to use of tobac­ co. alcohol and other drugs. "It is a time for everyone to become familiar with and sup­ port community prevention coalitions. Also, it provides opportunities for communities to organize drug-free ac­ tivities that promote healthy, drug-free lifestyles," Allen said. A local Red Ribbon Week committee consisting of com­ munity members, teachers, students, law enforcement of­ ficers and parents was form­ ed. In August and September. Shelley Erb (co-chairperson), Kelly Davidson (cochairperson). Joe Booher, Bill Johnson. Diane Hoskins, Brian Willshire, Scott Mar­ vin, Teri Fitch, Lisa Ruther­ ford, Doug Blocksma, Amy Dykstra, and Allen met several times to gather infor­ mation about substance abuse prevention programs and in­ itiatives that had been suc­ cessful in ocher communities After review, they created a Teri Fitch holds up one of the red ribbons that will be displayed around the community. list of activities that teachers in the Thomapple Kellogg School District could use with their students. In addition to a wide variety of student activities, members of the community also will be involved in this important event. "During Red Ribbon Week you are likely to see red rib­ bons and posters displayed in area businesses," Alien said. "If your business was not contacted by one of our com­ mittee members and you would like to have a ribbon to display, please contact JoAnn Erway at 795-3313. "Another symbol of school and community support that will be difficult to miss is the large Red Ribbon banner hung across a major city street. "This is an exciting, impor­ tant event. We hope that you will join with us in our endeavor to promote a safe, drug-free community . ’ ’ Make Citizens Your Choice for Auto, Homeowners Insurance in Michigan 4808 Broadmoor. S.E. Grand Rapids. Ml 49512-5306 Elementary Breakfast Menu Wednesday. Oct. 19 Double cheeseburger w/bun. french fries. Vita Pup. milk. Thursday. Oct. 20 Chicken fajita, french fries. Vita Pup, milk. Friday, Oct. 21 Itza pizza, french fries. Vita Pup. milk, potato bar. Monday. Oct. 24 Grilled chicken patty, w/bun, french fries. Vita Pup, milk. Tuesday. Oct. 25 French dip. french fries. Vita Pup, milk. ~Z- M-37 between 44th A 52nd, o Caledonia Community Schools Elementary Lunch Menu Wednesday. Oct. 19 Spaghetti w meat sauce, garlic bread, food bar. milk. Thursday. Oct. 20 Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes w/gravy. rolls, food bar. milk. Friday. Oct. 21 Turkey pita, food bar. Vita Pup. milk Monday. Oct. 24 Breakfast, eggs, scrambled, muffin, sausage, food bar. milk. Tuesday. Oct. 25 Pizza, food bar. milk. Ket­ tle Elementary. Itza Pizza. Phone 795-3345 for Sun & News Action-Ads! | Our btggesl concern is you. Citizens Insurance Company has grown from a pioneer of automobile insurance in 1915 to become Michigan's largest writer of insurance through independent agents. Citizens offers insurance for autos, homes, and boats through over 600 independent agencies with claim offices across the state to provide prompt, fair service to its policyholders Citizens Is “The Company of Choice” J.L. Schwartz for your insurance Insurance Agency needs Call your local "Our Policy is Service Citizens agent for 497 Arlington St (M 37) MuMleville. Ml 49333 details. Call 795-3302 or 891-8208 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / October 18. 1994 I Page 7 Superintendent’s Corner Education isn’t the only job schools have to do! Jay Cason T-K Superintendent A popular notion frequently mentioned by some special in­ terest groups is that there should be a direct relationship bet­ ween educational costs and student achievement. In other words, student achievement should increase m direct propor­ tion to funding increases, and that if it does not. waste exists in public education spending. However, such a change fails to take into account that schools are now expected, and in many instances required, to perform tasks that have never before been the responsibility of the school The following are some examples of additional respon­ sibilities assigned to schools as a part of school reforms and other demands such as court orders, federal guidelines and state mandates: Remove asbestos, decentralize decision making, provide ad­ ditional training for new teachers, improve staff development programs, implement new and more frequent testing, expand science and math curricula, reduce class size, lengthen the school day and year, offer tutoring programs, develop drug and alcohol abuse prevention programs, focus on computer literacy needs, provide sex education and provide AIDS education In addition, the expectations have changed from focusing on the average student to an effort to meet the needs of all students Additional mandates have included responsibilities for developing special programs for particular groups such as: handicapped, gifted, disadvantaged, pre-kmdergarten. at-risk students and potential dropouts, and students for whom English is a second language Every one of these orders, guidelines and mandates, plus a feu others, has been or are in the process of being im­ plemented in the Thomapple Kellogg Schools. It is not only then the number of students but also the in­ dividual characteristics and special educational needs of the students, plus the compliance with governmental rules that largely determine increased school costs To illustrate, let's consider the costs of educating pupils with handicaps According to a 1988 study commissioned by the U.S. Department of Education, “the cost of educating a pupil with handicaps is 2.3 times the cost of educating a non­ handicapped student." In 1988-1989 the cost of providing special education was S8.63O per student compared with $3,752 for each regular education student. Further, the enroll­ ment of special education students increased by almost 900.000 students from 1976 to 1988. This is only one example of why the relationship between school costs and the number of students served is not simple or direct. There are many other examples. By now readers of this article probably expect to hear me reinforce the perception that our public schools are producing less academic learning for students today than they did in the past. Such is not the case. Drawing on recent studies of the renormed scores on nationally standardized achievement tests. David Berliner concludes: “We can estimate that around 85 percent of today’s public school students score higher on standardized tests of achieve­ ment than their average parent did. But the high-jump bar keeps getting higher, and it takes a higher jump today than it did around 1965 to hit the fiftieth percentile. “Thus, while public schools are producing more academic learning than ever before, they are also providing a wide varie­ ty of programs that have not been previously included in the popular concept of the neighborhood school. Without acknowledging the many responsibilities currently assigned public schools, we cannot deal fairly and realistically with the issues of school spending." Leighton Church to hold mission weekend Leighton Church will have its annual Mission Weekend, suiting Saturday . Oct. 22. at 7:30 a.m. with breakfast, followed by a 12:30 luncheon. The speaker for the weekend will be the Rev. Dick and Pam McClain. Dick is a former pastor at the church. There will be a service at 6:30 p.m. Saturday and Sun­ day morning worship will be at 9:30 a.m. and evening ser­ vice will be at 6 p m. Special this year will be Youth Mis­ sion Night at 7 p.m. Saturday. The church is located at 4180 2nd St.. Caledonia The pastor is the Rev. Ray Town­ send and for further informa­ tion. call 891-8028 Th* Rev Dick McCloin. Everyone is welcome to at tend all the events. Medicare. B.C.B.S.. PPO. HMO Diabetics • ADult & Children Foot Problems KENT PODIATRY Terrence J. Emi ley, D.P.M. 612 Main Street in Caledonia Call...891-9133 SHHHH-The BOSS is Cone! and Dan's at Play! Pop is gone for 4 days. Mom & Pop's Appliance will be Closed Monday, October 17 — and — Tuesday, October 18 until 6:30 p.m. and then open till 9:00 p.m. we will be open Wednesday & Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Pop Returns Friday Morning at 10:00 a.m. to straighten out the mess. Caledonia Elevator honors retirees The Caledonia Farmers Elevator honored long-time employees Jack Janose and Dolores Suwyn at a retirement open house Friday. Suppliers, customers and friends joined the Elevator employees for the party. In the above photo, Elevator Manager Bob Newman, supplier Jerry Bratton of Mid-Central Products and Avon Campredon of Countrymark Coop pose with Janose and Suwyn. In the photo below, former Elevator Manager Al Crane is all smiles after surprising Dolores at the open house. He first hired her as an Elevator employee more than 26 years ago. All Floor Models Tagged at Near Cost!!! — No Dicker Stickers — YOU CAN BUY TWO WAYS: 1. Cash/carry price, but cannot pick up item until week of 10/24 — unless you twist Dan’s arm. 2. Delayed delivery price — Pop will personally arrange your delivery with you by phone Friday, Oct. 21._________________________________ We know this is somewhat inconvenient, but we want you off to a good start... and proper loading of cash and carry major appliances is critical... Of course, if you elect delivery — we’ll do the worrying. For your inconvenience and loyal support, all prices are ridiculously low — enough to really steam our competi­ tion! No Credit Cards During This Event! ♦Note: If you desire same as cash credit or need to use a credit card — make a small deposit, Dan will tag your order, and Pop will call you Friday to make final arrange­ ments. Sincerely, MOM&PQP'S PHONE 795-3345 for Sun & News Action-Ads, reach over 7,000 area homes! 795-8950 • 500 Arlington (M-37), Middleville (1000’ south of Gavin Chevrolet) “Selling only top quality, trouble-free merchandise!" �Page 8 / The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml / October 18. 1994 Sport takes on 'a new dimension' CHS soccer fans light up their ‘field of dreams’ by Barbara Gall Staff Writer It was a bright idea that definitely “turned on” some local support Caledonia High School's varsity soccer team last week pushed the switch and official­ ly turned on the new lights at their playing field before hosting Kenowa Hills in an evening game “under the lights “ With night games now a reality at Caledonia, parents will be able to make it home from work in time to watch their sons and daughters play. Being able to use the varsity field at night also frees up playing space for the hundreds of younger players also in­ volved in Caledonia soccer. Turning on the switch for the Oct IO game was the climax of a short dedication ceremony at the field, thank­ ing those who had made the new lighting a reality . What began as a “why not?" idea hatched by varsity soccer coach Brian Broekhuizen and Caledonia Schools Deputy Superinten­ dent Craig Schmidt, turned in­ to a major fund-raiser with more than 80 businesses, organizations and families contributing The effort was spearheaded by Caledonia soccer parents, who liked the SchmidtBroekhuizen idea and organiz­ ed themselves into a group FOR LOANS. FOR CREDIT CARDS. JOE. Call me Joe, because that's my name. Joe. As in Joe Castillo. I'm a loan offi­ cer. For NBD. And I'm taking my office on-the-road. I want to intro­ duce you to all of the great loans you can get from NBD. NBD Home Improvement, Auto, RV and Boat Loans; Home Equity Credit Lines, and credit cards. You name it. I'll help you apply for it. Just check the times listed below, and arrange to see me soon. You'll find me helpful. You'll find me friendly. And when it comes to consumer loans, you'll find I'm not just any Joe. The nght bank can make a difference.’ Cail me at (616) 430-1860 or (616) 771 7541 Sea me at these ttmes and piece* Mondays 9 a m. ■ 1 p.m Office of Richard A Blanch. CPA; 130 Mam St. Caledonia Wednesdays 9 a.m. 1 p.m. American Chiropractic bfe Center 301 S Michigan, Suite 3. Hastings called Supporters of Soccer (SOS) to raise funds for the lighting and a press box at the field. Bouyed by several money­ making efforts and by dona­ tions of money, labor and materials from local businesses and organizations, the group worked with the Caledonia Community Schools in ordering the lights. When costs went over what the group could muster to get the lights installed for the 1994 season, the Caledonia School Board agreed to loan the group the funds to com­ plete the project, drawing up a three-year loan agreement with SOS. With the lights in place, SOS now has officially dissolved and its membership will merge with the Caledonia Athletic Boosters. "...the two groups hope the merger will eliminate any concern about a division of in­ terest in the Caledonia sports programs, sax! Bob Jackson of the SOS Finance Committee “With fund raising a major challenge for both organizanons. we found that we were confusing local merchants and frequently asking the same businesses for donations for both groups ’ Jackson said in his stale mem that the membership of the former SOS group now w ill work w ith the Boosters to eliminate the remaining $25,000 debt incurred at the • As a unit we hope to work The CHS varsity boys soccer team had the honor of officially lighting up the field after the dedication ceremony. Team captain Paul Minder (center) is ready to flip the switch. Soccer parent and SOS member Kathy Jackson presents a thank-you boutonniere to Harold Gless, who represented a charter contributor, the State Bank of Caledonia. Tricia Davis, left, and Anne Whisner of the CHS girls soccer team, welcomed guests to the dedication of the new lights at the CHS soccer field. TRICKS & TREATS!! Costumes • Masks • Make-Up » Candy • Treat Bags • Cards ► Knick Knacks • Decorations Invites • Party Paper Products ...and MORE! RAINBOW’S END Thursdays 9 a m. -1 p.m. H 8 R Block 132 N Mam. Wayland zYarn, Craft & Variety iledonia Village Centre • 616-891 1106 m. P 9 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I October 18, 1994 / Page 9 Karyn Du ba shines in collegiate cross country Mortgage MATTERS Understanding home finance terminology Former Scot harrier continues to win at MSU By Sue Teitsma Question: I just made an appointment with a mortgage lender to be pre-qualified for a mortgage. I am confused by all the different financing terms that 1 have heard. I would find it helpful if you could define some of the terms that are common­ ly used. Answer: I would be happy to clarify some of the mongage terms that we use on a daily basis in the financing industry. • Adjustable rate mortgage — (ARM) A mortgage loan that allows the lender to adjust the interest rate in accordance with a specified index periodically and as agreed to at the inception of the loan • Amortization — means loan payment by equal periodic payments calculated to pay off the debt at the end of a fixed period, including accrued interest on the outstanding balance. • Annual percentage rate — (APR) an interest rate reflec­ ting the cost of a mortgage as a yearly rate. This rate is likely to be higher than the stated note rate or advertised rate on the mortgage, because it takes into account points and ocher credit costs. The APR allows homebuyers to compare different types of mortgages on the annual cost for each loan. • Balloon (payment) mortgage — usually a short-term fixed rate loan which involves small payments for a certain period of time and one large payment for the remaining amount of the principal at a time specified in the contract. • Buydown — when the seller, lender and/or the homebuilder subsidizes the mortgage by lowering the interest rate during the first few years of the loan. While the payments are initially low, they will increase when the subsidy expires. • Closing Costs — usually include an origination fee, dis­ count points, appraisal fee, title search and insurance, survey, taxes, deed recording fee, credit report charge and other costs assessed at settlement. The costs of closing usually are about 3 to 6 percent of the mortgage amount. • Down payment — money paid to make up the difference between the purchase price and the mortgage amount • Escrow - usually refers to an account held by the lender into which the home buyer pays money for the payment of tax and insurance. • I»an to value ratio — the relationship between the amount of the mortgage and the appraised value of the property ex­ pressed as a percentage. • Origination fee — the fee charged by a lender to prepare loan documents, make credit checks, inspect and sometimes appraise a property; usually computed as a percentage of the / face value of the loan. • Points — (loan discount points) — Prepaid interest assess­ ed at closing by the lender. Each point is equal to 1 percent of the loan amount. This is just a brief summary of some of the commonly used terms in mortgage financing. I hope this will clear up any con­ fusion and help make you more comfortable at your pre­ qualification appointment. I am sure you will have more ques­ tions once you find a home and actually begin the mortgage process. Keep in mind, the way a lender responds to your initial ques­ tions is a strong indication of how your questions will be answered later on. By choosing a lender you feel comfortable with and by enlisting the help of a qualified real estate agent you will feel at ease with the financial process involved in pur­ chasing your new home Remember, a quality lender will not only provide you with any information you request, but also make sure you unders­ tand their response and the terms they use. Sue Teitsma of Caledonia is a senior loan officer at Heartwell Mortgage Corporation, a Grand Rapids-based mortgage banking corporation. For more information call (616) 942-9722 or 1-800-968-9722. UNSATIONS and nails 891-4040 97S0 CMrry V»iiey Road (M 37) Phone 795-3345 ...for Sun & News ACTION ADS! bv Barbara Gall Staff Writer With five collegiate cross­ country meets behind her. Michigan Sate University freshman Kary n Duba is look­ ing forward to a bright career m both cross country and track The 1994 Caledonia High School graduate has finished first for MSU in three of the team's first five meets, winn­ ing the Sept 16 quad meet between MSU. Purdue. In­ diana State and Miami (of Ohio). She completed the 3.1-mile course in 17:58. She took second overall in the Sept. 24 Spartan Invita­ tional. which included teams from Ohio State. Toledo, Hillsdale, the University of Dayton and Detroit Mercy. Her time in that event was 18:21. A week later, she competed in the Pre-NCAA National held in Arkansas, which featured five of the top six cross-country teams in the country, according to MSU cross country coach Karen Lutzke Running the course in 18:02. Duba finished first for Michigan State, and came in 24th overall. At the Oct. 8 Michigan in­ tercollegiate*. held this year at Western Michigan Universi­ ty. Karyn again led the MSU team, which finished second to the University of Michigan. Duba was sixth overall that day in a field of 25 teams. “I’m really excited about how she's doing.'' said Lut­ zke in a telephone interview. were hosts for the Central Collegiate Invitational, and will run Fnday. Oct. 21. at the WMU Bronco Open before participating in the Big Ten Championships at Iowa Saturday. Oct. 29. Middleville man is studying abroad Karyn Duba "She has made an excellent transition to collegiate com­ petition. Sometimes it’s hard for college freshmen who have been used to running in front in high school to handle running behind the older col­ lege women. “Karyn, however, has handled coming in 24th as easily as coming in first. She understands that coming in 24th out of more than 200 of the nation's best runners is a great accomplishment. "She has had a great start here, coming in first for us in three of our five meets so far. "But I think that the best of Karyn is yet to be seen, in both track and cross country. She has a lot of talent, and she comes from a great program in Caledonia. "I think, too, she is having fun. She gets along so well with the rest of the team, and she gives 100 percent every time she runs. I don't know what else any coach can ask . ” The Spartans last Sunday Robert E. Hunt II of Mid­ dleville is one of approximate­ ly 180 Kalamazoo College students participating in the study abroad program, an in­ tegral part of the educational experience at the college Kalamazoo College has the highest participation in study abroad of any college in the nation. Approximately 85 percent of ail Kalamazoo College students participate in the study abroad program, which is designed to meet a wide range of needs, intersts. and levels of language proficiency. Students are living with host families in the countries of France. Germany, Spain. Ecuador. China. Japan. Russia, Italy, Greece, Hungary, the United Kingdom. Denmark, and Africa. Participants typically spend six months as juniors or three months as sophomores, becoming acquainted with dif­ ferent cultures and people while studying at selected col­ leges and universities. Newest citizen announced— Students receive full academic credit for the successful com­ pletion of work overseas. Hunt, a junior, is the son of Mr and Mrs. Robert E Hunt. 10490 Adams Road He will study in Ecuador. He is a graduate of Thornapple Kellogg School. Stop and see - your choice is clear. Richard J. Choryan, O.D. DOCTOR OF OPTOMETRY 133 E Mam St., Caledonia, Ml 891-9224 TERRY GEIGER Republican for State Representative Michael and Melissa Myers are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, McKaela Marie, bom Sept. 27 at 3:53 p.m., weighing 7 lbs., 3 ozs. and 19 inches long. Proud grandparents are Lon and Cheryl Myers, Mid­ dleville; Gary and Karen Mar­ tin, Ionia. A COMMITMENT TO OUR COMMUNITY Ttrry chats with Doug RotbwsU, Director of tbt Michigan Jobs Commission. Soccer Terry Geiger—Working for quality jobs in Barry and continued from last page Ionia counties. benefit our children and our community." said Jackson. A perfect fall evening ac­ cented the excitement at last week's dedication, which featured the CHS band, refreshments and a thank you to each of the charter and associate charter members who donated to the soccer "field of dreams. " The Caledonia High School girls' soccer team and the Caledonia AYSO (American Youth Soccer Organization) helped host the event, which was emceed by SOS Chair­ man Doug Minder and charter member and soccer parent Fred Boocher The soccer team added the final touch to the evening by defeating Kenowa 7-0. "Thu has been a really wonderful effort by our parents and the community.” said Broekhuizen of the lights at the field ' Creating this facility for our kids is one more step forward for soccer and athletics in Caledonia Our sport will never be the same " k Commitment to creating new jobs. As a successful small businessman, Terry Geiger has the experience to tackle the issues that matter most Terry knows economic growth reforms are the key to bringing more jobs to Michigan and maintaining a healthy business climate. He will work for further reductions in the Single Business Tax and to reduce government red tape that makes creating new jobs so difficult Experience and Dedication. • Sixteen years experience in agricultural business. • Member, I^tke Odessa Chamber of Commerce. • Member, National Federation of Independent Business, Guardian Council. • Charier Member, Small Business Tax Action Group. Terry Geiger is endorsed by: • • • • • Michigan Chamber of Commerce National Federation of Independent Business Small Business Association of Michigan Michigan Association of Realtors Michigan Retailers Association Vole November 8th Paid for by Geiger for Stale RepresentsSe, P.O. Box 88. Woodland. Ml 48897-0088 �Page 10 / The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml / October 18. 1994 TK Bulletin Board Calendar of Events Oct. 18 — Vision screening for 5th grade. Oct. JX — Middle School picture day. (Smile') Oct. 21 — First grades to see “Hansel and Gretel. " (Thank you P E T.) Oct. 24 - PEP meeting at Middle School library. 7 p.m., (Note: change from last Monday of month because of Halloween). Oct. 24-28 - Red Ribbon Week McGruff visits West. Oct. 24 — Parent volunteer training at Page from 1 -30 to 3:00 pm Money due for elementary fundraiser Oct. 26-27 — M.S. conferences. 5-8 p.m. lyooking Ahead... Oct. 27 — Half day of school, dismiss at 12:00. Oct. 28 — T Th Kindergarten Halloween parties. Half day of school Oct. 29 — Coat Exchange! At page from 9 a.m. to 12 noon. If you have a good, usable coat that your child has grown out of, come and exhange it for another This P E T sponsored event is free to the public. Any unclaimed coats will be given to Love.Inc. Oct. 30 — Daylight savings time ends — ‘fall back’ one hour. (kt. 31 — Halloween parade and parties Nov. 1 — All orders for sweatshirts and caps for the library fundraiser in by today Teachable Moments... Wert — Mrs Muir's room finished a unit on Invertebrates. We read articles, books and saw filmstrips on all the various kinds Our room had many jars and cages full of insects. Then they created an imaginary insect and its environment. To end our unit, we had live night crawlers to look at and observe how $ Credit Problems? Cash $ $ Problems? We can help. $ Jf) • Refinancing • Home Improvement $ $ • Debt Consolidation $ $ J$ A-One Mortgage Corp. 310 44th St.S W . Wyoming, Ml 49548 $ $ 1*800-870*2663 $ they move. We used magnifying glasses to see the mouth and bristles. We also dissected a squid to find its ink sack and other interesting parts. What fun! Mrs. Thaler’s 2nd graders have been reading about Christopher Columbus They are studying .a special door that leads into the Rotunda in Washington D.C. that shows the events of his life. The students are discussing fire safety and will be bringing home a checklist which they must complete to see if their home is as safe as possible. Page — Mrs. Chausow’s and Mrs. Wachtor’s 4th grade class is enjoying the literature book: “How to Eat Fried Worms." They are discussing ‘peer pressure.’ ‘dares’ and the importance of making appropriate choices. ’ The students (and teachers) would like to thank the parents who have volunteered to help out in their classroom. What a marvelous example of care and committment' Community Info: Each elementary school, as well as the Middle School, will be offering sweatshirts and baseball-type caps as a fundraiser to benefit their libraries. Additionally. 10% of the profits will go to the community library. They will offer the individual school logo or a Thomapple Kellogg logo (different than those available before). Sweatshirts are $13 each and color-coordinating caps will be $6. Orders must be in by Nov. 1, delivery by Dec. 1. (In time for Christmas). These must be pre paid when you order. If you haven’t received your “Sweatin’ for the Library" order form, contact the school for one. Quote of the W eek If you decide not to choose, you've already made the wrong choice. Trojan jayvee soccer wins two out of three games The Middleville junior var­ sity soccer team traveled to Wayland to take on the Wildcats Oct. 10 Middleville started the scor­ ing at the 10-minute mark and went on to win 3-0. Scot Evans set up the first score by sending a comer kick to the goal mouth where Nathan Deboer headed the ball into the net. The second half scoring started after one minute had elapsed when Brian Bergakker broke through the Wikkai defense and drove the ball into the net. What a Deal! AJUIEIUIK^^ BY FLEETWOOD® 16’x80’ (*5885) • • • • • • 2 Baths 3 Bedroom • 3 Skylites Whirlpool Tub • Dishwasher Oak Cabinets • Deluxe Gas Stove 18 cu. ft. Fridge Upgrade Carpet Throughout and More! 28,066.00 Down Payment: s2,806.00 Finance: 24om0sa9 *25,260.00 Retail Price: MONTHLY PAYMENT ONLY... SQOTT34 £* J Call Sandra Now at... TRUE VALUE HOMES In Cider Mill Village •VQE *70 A A f J 3* / jF V V A CoMuity of Carefree Maawfactwed Hoses Private Property Land Home Financing Available 812 RIVER BEND LANE - MIDDLEVILLE CIDER MILL VILLAGE Is open weekdays except Wednesday Ten minutes later. Tom Pic cione gathered the ball and sent a crossing shot into the net. The winning T.K. keeper was Chris Niles. The Trojans battled the Sax­ ons from Hastings Oct. 2 in a 1-0 shut out. Both teams were enjoying a winning season and were ex­ pecting a tough game from the opposition. Middleville scored on a hard crossing shot into the comer of the net. This season the Trojans have allowed only eight goals, while scoring 44 of their own. The winning T.K. keeper was Niles. The Trojans traveled to Calvin Christian Oct. 13 and suffered its first loss in 28 games. The young Trojans found themselves down by two goals in the first half. The Trojans out-shot Calvin and at the 20 minute mark of the second half, Scott Evans got the first score for Middleville. When the final whistle blew the team lost their first game of the year 2-1. The teams record now stand at 14-1-1. Combining last years record with this years, the J.V. team had gone for 28 games without a defeat. Coach Wustman said, "The Middleville AY.SO. organization, the Thomapple Kellogg School District, the community and so many parents have supported and contributed to the success of the high school soccer program." The junior Trojans battle Wayland at home tomorrow (Oct. 19). then travel to Forest Hills Northern for a 5 p.m. game on Thursday TK JV eagers down Hamilton The Middleville junior varsity basketball team defeated Hamilton 47-32, Oct. 13. The junior Trojans led by 10, 14-4, after the first quar­ ter and 18 at the half before cruising to the victory. Jenny Doyle led the team with 12 points and Toni Far­ rell had 11. Jenna Shook had nine re­ bounds and Sarah Bishop had eight The team is at Wyoming Rogers tonight (Oct. 18) and will host Byron Center next Tuesday Garrett Jonker-Slayton and Jacob Rater are shown here diving for the Tritons. Tritons to start fall swimming soon The Tritons Swim Club in Middleville completed their summer season under coaches Bobbie Nieland and Tony Marcukaitis. Many swimmers won medals for the A & B con­ ference meets. In preparing for the fall season, the Tritons are having a paper drive now through Nov. 30 to help the club funds and the environment. Unsorted newspapers, paper bags, food boxes, office paper, labels from cans, con­ struction paper and used phone books (torn in half, covers tom in I4’s), can be collected. Paper can be dropped off at Fitness For You. 4695 N Middleville Road or each TK school has a drop-off box For more information, call Patty Koval. 792 9974 or Bonnie Slayton, 795-2152 Am pro in Bradley will be buy ing the paper Swim practice for fall will begin the end of November with a parents' meeting prior to that Swimmers from all geographical areas are welcome. Call the TK Community Education office in Mid dleville for more information. New Design Full Service Family Hair Styling Salon NEW! Casualwear NEW! & Sportswear 4 TANNERS: 2 Booths & 2 Deluxe Beds We use and recommend products by OPEN SINK)! < HLZIN IMM (XIHT M WU-U.T Caledonia Village Center (M 37) • 891-9257 — As Always, Walk-ins Are Welcome ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★ Do you want to re-elect a county commissioner who is on record that he is in tavor ot hauling trash into Beautiful Barry County? I Think Not! Vote on Nov. 8 — for — John J. Loftus Paid tor by Committee to Elect Loftus Corr misstonec. 4104 Johnson Rd . Middleville Mt 49333 ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★ �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / October 18. 1994 I Page 11 TK soccer squad goes 1-1 last week Ivan Prado, No 2, out-heads a Forest Hills Northern player in the win over the Huskies, last week Scots take two more wins in soccer action "Caledonia was sharp in the game and we out shot them better than 2-1," Broekhuizen said. "The kids were focused." The Huskies tied the Scots in their last meeting 1-1. Ivan Prado scored on a feed from Newhoff to tie the score a 1-1 at the end of the first half. Jeff Foster scored first in the second 40 minutes with an assist from Matt Bushman. Newhoff put the game out of reach, scoring on a back pass from Rogers. "I knew when we scored that second goal we had the momentum going our way," said Broekhuizen. "Jared Oatley, Boncher and Steve Schmidt did a great job de­ fensively at midfield to keep us up in the game." The Scots host South Christian today (Oct. 18) and Wayland Thursday before the districts next week. The Fighting Scots travel to Lakewood to take on the 3-10-1 Vikings in the first round at 5 p.m. Oct. 24. Should the Scots advance, they would host Delton, 012-1 at 7 p.m. Oct. 26. Winning that game would have them at Hastings for the championship game, Oct. 29 at 1 p.m. Following a "frustrating week" the week before, the Caledonia varsity soccer team is slipping back into the groove with wins over Kenowa Hills 7-0. and Forest Hills Northern 3-1, last week. In the win over Kenowa Hills Oct. 12. Sid Newhoff had two goals, Ivan Prado, Todd Long and Adam Sobczak had three more as the Scots took a 5-0 lead after 40 minutes l-ong, Rob Souza and Tim Baker received credit for as­ sists. Firic Rogers and Mark Boncher scored goals in the second half with Paul Minder getting one assist and Rogers assisting on Boncher's goal "It wasn’t heavy competi­ tion for us," said Coach Brian Broekhuizen, "but it was nice to have everyone play." The coach said Minder, "probably one of the best /soccer players in the area," was back in the game after recovering from a leg injury. "It was a tragic injury and he’s not back at 100 percent yet," Broekhuizen said, "but he's worked hard and brought the team a lot of spirit." In the win over FHN Oct. 13, Broekhuizen said the team played "heads-up, gutsy soccer that was exciting to watch.” why Call spencer's rowing? ■ ■ ■ ■ 24 Hour Service Radio Dispatch Fully Insured Flatbed Service ■ ■ ■ ■ Jumpstarts Lock Outs 8 Trucks Available Emergency Tire Repair We bill direct to every insurance agency in Barry County, including: • ERS • AAA • Allstate • Amoco • Farmers • AARP • State Farm • Montgomery Wards • Cross Country • Auto Owners we are on the 911 Emergency Call List SPENCER'S TOWINC 795-3369 or 1-800-635-9964 MIDDLEVILLE The Middleville varsity soc­ cer squad had a 2-1 last week with victories against Wayland and Hastings and a loss to Calvin Christian TK started out the week with a 5-0 shutout at Wayland. David Botwinski scored twice and Jason Clinton added one with a successful penalty kick. Jim Mason and Brett Bremer also contributed goals. Goalkeeper Steve Con­ verse had his sixth shutout of the season. On W ednesday. the Trojans hosted Hastings in a non­ conference match-up of two of the areas best teams, with Middleville coming out on top 4-3. The Trojans, with an 11-3 record jumped to an early 2-0 lead behind goals from Clin­ ton and Chris DeBlaay. But the visitors evened the score on a pair of penalty kicks as the first half came to a close. Clinton scored to put the home side ahead as the second half opened and the 3-2 score remained secure until a third penalty kick was awarded to Hastings as the game neared its conclusion. With the conversion, the game appeared to be destined to become a 3-3 draw, but a Middleville comer kick with less than two minutes remain­ ing provided the final oppor­ tunity for the Trojans. A ’dipsy-doodle” play designed to create confusion in the front of the goal suc­ ceeded. leading to a Bremer shot and a last-second redirec­ tion from Botwinski into the back of the net. The Trojans traveled to Calvin Christian Thursday for a rematch against one of the teams which had defeated TK during the season Calvin was quick to prove the earlier victory was no fluke, scoring early and ap­ plying a packed defense to shut out TK for only the se­ cond time this season 3-0. The Trojans. 9-3 in the league and 12-4 overall, will visit Kenowa Hills today (Oct. 18) and face Forest Hills Nor­ thern on Thursday in what is likely to be a battle for the OK Rainbow title. (Courtesy Steve Evans) Scots girls cross country team ranked 13th in nation Being ranked first in the state in Class B is something of which to be proud. Being ranked in the nation is some­ thing to treasure. The Caledonia girls cross country team came out ranked 13th nationally last week after posting a perfect dual-meet season; perfect in the sense that they have yet to surrender a point to a com­ petitor, and have taken no less than three tournaments with the perfect 15-point score. Needless to say, the girls are favored to win the OK Gold championship, Thurs­ day at Johnson Park. The team's latest dual-meet victim was Sparta, Oct. 12, when the Lady Scots won 15-50. The win gave the team a 10-0 season dual meet record and will send the team unde­ feated into the OK Gold Con­ ference championships. Katie Sobczak won the meet with a 19-minute finish for the medalist honor. Shan­ non Houseman was second at 19:02, Barb Warner was third al 19:06, Ken Bloem was fourth at 19:11 and Sarah Parbel was fifth at 19:15. Audrey Warner was sixth at 19:48 and Sarah Regel was seventh at 20:10. Also finishing before Spana could cross a runner was Beth Par­ bel at 20:28. Others running with times better than 23 minutes were Wendy Faber. Jill Leatherman, Jill Hofmann. Heather Dodge. Jenny Sprague. Kim King and Andrea Shomler Seven ocher runners also fin­ ished for the Lady Scots. The team had one runner slip into its ranks at the Rockford Invitational. Oct. 8. The Scots won the invita­ tional with 17 points with Sobczak finishing first at 19:15. Bart Warner second at 19:20 and Sarah Parbel third at 19:24. The strangest thing then happened. A runner from an­ other school finished fourth. Coach Dave Hodgkinson said he didn’t get the name of the girl, or what school she was from, but he will look into the situation. Bloem finished fifth at 19:33, Audrey Warner was sixth at 19:47, Shannon Houseman was seventh at 20:00 and Beth Parbel was eighth at 20:28. In the junior varsity run at the invitational, Jill Leatherman was second overall, Jill Hofmann was third and Jenny Sprague was fourth. The coach said Sarah DeG­ root and Katie Benham also had a "nice day." Eric Griffeth dances the ball around Hastings defender Fred Jiles in the 4-3 win over the Saxons 4 Hour Flea Fogger PACKAGE OF 6 Only — Reg. $13.99 — Caledonia Farmers Elevator 891-8108 • 136 E. 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Showermans) HOURS: Mon.-Fri. 6 am-9 pm; Sat. 9 am-3 pm �Pape 12 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / October 18, 1994 TK netters win 4th straight O-K Blue title The Middleville varsity tennis team won its fourth­ straight OK Blue title, last week with Erin Wolverton and the three doubles teams all taking gold medals The Lady Trojans finished the tournament with 47 points, followed by Byron Center with 37, Godwin Heights with 31, Comstock Park with 26 and Hamilton with 25. Finishing out the OK Blue was Rogers with 13, Calvin Christian with 12. Kelloggsville with nine and Coop­ ersville with three. "We were extremely happy with how we came out in the conference," Coach Larry Seger said. "This is a big conference and lough to play against. ” Wolverton, at No. 1 sin­ gles. breezed through her wins to capture her fourth­ straight OK Blue champi­ onship. She defeated her Kelloggsville opponent 6-0. 6-0, Comstock Park 6-0, 6-0 and Godwin Heights 6-0. 6-2 for the gold. Cory Hutchins and Sarah Wright, al No. 1 doubles, faced down the Godwin Heights team which had beaten them (wo weeks ago and came away with a firstround 6-2, 4-6. 6-4 win The duo then defeated the No. 4 seeded team from Hamilton 6-3, 6-1 and the No. 2 seeded team from By­ ron Center 6-2,6-1. "They were more aggres­ sive at the net," said Seger, "and were putting away their overhead volleys and work­ ing well from the baseline." Courtney DeHaan and Kelly Williams won the first place medal at No. 2 doubles. The team defeated Hamilton 6-1, 6-2, Godwin 6-0, 6-1 and Byron Center 6-0, 3-6,61. "Williams hit some good cross court shots to set up DeHaan. Seger said. "After slipping a little in the second set (of the Byron Center match), they came back to play a good aggressive game." Darcy Mugridge and Ade­ laide Devine took the cham­ pionship at No. 3 doubles. They defeated Godwin 6-2, 6-4, Hamilton 6-1, 6-1 and Byron Center 6-2,6-3. "They are a strong doubles team and have been pushing the No. 2 doubles and even the No. 1 doubles team all year." Seger said. "They are quicker on the court and CARPET DRY-CLEANING ★ READY TO USE IN 1 HOUR ★ RESTORES TRAFFIC AREA ★ REASONABLE, PROMPT, PROFESSIONAL DOUG DEKRUYTER Owner/Operator (10 Yrs.) CLASSIC CARPET CARE 891-7231 faster getting to the ball to set up. They are also better at their overhead shots." Traci Campbell was the runner up at No. 2 singles. She defeated Godwin 6-6. 60 and Kelloggsville 6-0. 6-1 before falling in the finals to Comstock Park 3-6, 6-4. 6-3. "She has been very strong this year and it was a very close match between her and The Middleville varsity football team was defeated. Friday night 55-15. The Trojans started the scoring when Andy Brewer hit Steve Austin for an 85 yard touchdown strike. Ed Solomon kicked the extra point. But that, according to 10-8 in pro-set scoring after being down 6-2 and Coppersville 10-5. "She had a chance to win against Godwin, but she just missed a shot to tie the final game at 5-5. Regional competition was held Friday and Saturday but results were unavailable at press time Coach Skip Pranger, is when things fell apart. "Everything broke down. We weren't able to stop them and they had a good passing game going," he said. The second score for the Trojans was a 26-yard run by Roger Perez late in the game. Dwight Wade ran in the two- point conversion. Brewer completed seven of nine passes for 119 yards before being injured and taken out of the game. Perez was the leading rusher for the Trojans with nine carries for 65 yards. Matt Liu carried 10 times for 31 yards. Leading tackler was Ty Middleton with six to his credit. The Trojans are now 1-6 overall and 1-5 in the OK Blue. The team will finish off its conference play with a game at Hamilton. Friday night. TK girls split in week’s basketball play The Middleville girls bas­ ketball team lost its first OK Blue basketball game of the season, falling to Hamilton 39-25, Oct. 13, but recovered to beat Ionia, Saturday. IV Trojan gridders stop Godwin The Thomapple Kellogg junior varsity football team defeated Godwin Height's club Oct. 6. 6-0 The win upped TK's season record to 5-1 and 4-0 in league play TK's offense scored the game's only touchdow n late in the first quarter, following a Godwin Heights punt. Runn­ ing back Dave Liu carried for the bulk of the yardage. 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Kiley Thaler lost to the No. 2 seeded Godwin player in the first round but bounced back to win the consolation round. To win the two team points, she topped Rogers Middleville gridders pounded by Coopersville YOU BENEFIT With OUr... (616) 891-0150 Comstock Park." Seger said. "She hit deep and was very aggressive at the net.” Jenny Manage lost a twoand-a-half hour, three-set match to Byron Center 5-7. 6-2. 7-6 to be runner up at No. 3 singles. She defeated Coopersville 6-0,6-0 and Calvin Christian 64,6-1. yard line, as quarterback Kevin Doyle found running back Dan Noffke open in the flat for the touchdown pass. The Trojan offense sput­ tered most of the night amass­ ing only 87 yards rushing and 29 yards passing. Defensively, the junior Tro­ jans played a fine game holding the potent Wolverine offense at bay. Defensive back Justin DeBoode picked off two passes, stopping Wolverine drives. Leading the defense were Rob Osborne and Dave Liu who totaled 10 tackles. The Trojans host the Hamilton Hawkeyes Thursday, Oct. 20 in its last OK Blue game of the year. Trojan Frosh gridders down DK, Byron Center The Middleville freshman football team picked up two more wins when the team defeated Delton 26-19 Oct. 19. After dominating the first half and building a 26-0 lead the young Trojans let down. Spencer Romph scored three touchdowns and rushed for 234 yards on 19 carries. Cory Schut scored one touchdown and Shawn Hiese caught a pass from Brian Pioeg to pick up the extra points. In the second half. Delton scored three touchdowns but the Trojan defense was able to come back to life and stop the Panthers in the final quarter In a rematch with an im­ proved Byron Center team, Oct 6. TK defeated the Bulldogs 8-0. A 14-yard pass from Pioeg to Nate Pranger was the only touchdown of the game. Romph ran in the extra points. The defense was led by Nick Gallop. Richie Frazer. Eric Vernon and Joe Norman who held B.C. to 47 total yards. Steve Wiersma caught six Bulldog punts, returning them 57 total yards Coach Jim Sprague said the team fell behind early in the loss to Hamilton, and were never able to get things rolling. Jessica Coe was the top scorer for the I^dy Trojans, scoring nine in the game. Against Ionia, the Lady Trojans pounded the boards with Vikki Jansen grabbing 12 rebounds and Coe another 11. Sarah Kaechele had 20 points in the gam along with five steals. Coe had 12 points to go with her rebounds. "The girls played a tight ball game,” Sprague said "We led by as many as 11 in the final quarter, and 'hey would come within five.'' The coach said the girls wouldn't let the Lady Bulldogs any closer. • Homeowners M Ceeh Feet * 1 «l and 2nd Mortgage porchaae or refinance "Land contract refinancing • Home or Rental Property ’Stow Credit O.K. •&tl ConsolideiKXt ale. 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These formats can be pro­ vided if notification is given a week in advance. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I October 18. 1994 I Page 13 TK girls cross country team tops Coopersville The Middleville girls cross country team finished with 24 points to defeat Coopersville by 10 in the dual meet held at Brewer Park. Oct. 13. Jessi Davis finished second overall with a personal best time of 21 minutes. 50 sec­ onds. Sarah Matson also turned in a personal best lime, clocking in at 21:57, which was good for fourth overall and Wendy Wisniewski was fifth at 22:41. Stephanie Potter came in sixth and Sarah Allore was seventh al 23:49 to round out the scoring for the I^ady Trojans. Also running for the team was Lindsay Bremer with a time of 24:16. The boys team lost to Crxipersville 23-32. Steve Dood was the lead­ ing runner for TK with a time of 18:12, a personal best for him. Matt Eaton finished fourth at 18;45, Justin Blake was seventh at 19:57. Dendei Craven was eighth at 20:10 and Andy Dragt finished 10th at 21:27. The girls team lost its bid for a perfect OK Blue season with a 27-29 loss to Godwin Heights. Oct. 10. Coach Tammy Benjamin said one of her girls was down with an illness and the team wasn t as strong as it could have been. Finishing third overall was Davis at 22:05 followed by Matson in fourth at 22:20, Allore in fifth at 22:53. Wis­ niewski in sixth at 23:03 and Potter in 11th at 24:16. Bre­ mer finished 12th at 25:04. The boys team also lost. 25-31, despite the one, two finish by Dood and Eaton. Dood had a time of 18:29 and Eaton finished with a personal best time of 18:44 Steve Dood kicks out the last 100 meters in the boys loss to Coopersville in cross country last week Matt Eaton crosses Sarah Matson was the Middleville's Jessi Davis line with a time of 18:45 in finished second in the TK No. 2 runner for Middleville the loss to Coopersville last cross country win over over Coopersville week. Coopersville, last week Blake was eighth at 20:07. Craven was ninth at 20:44 and Dragt was 11th at 21:01. The team has one final dual meet, against Hamilton, Thursday and will be in the OK Blue conference champi­ onships, next Tuesday. Caledonia eagers stop Wayland 55-40 Stopping Wayland's Angie Farmer is a feat tried by many teams, but accom­ plished by few. She is con­ sidered one of the best varsity basketball players in the state and has lead the Wildcats and Wolverine B Conference the past two years in scoring. I armor scored the bulk of Wayland's points, but the Caledonia girls varsity bas­ ketball team pulled together to hammer out a 55-40 win over the Wildcats Oct. 13. The Sweet Ladies are 6-0 in the OK Gold and 8-2 overall this season. "The idea was to force her (Farmer) to give up the ball and make others handle it," said coach Mike Wilson, "or at least make it as tough for her as possible." Wilson said the team was executing well in the first quarter but few were falling. Wayland wasn't able to hold on to its four-point lead and watched it slip away as Jodi VanderVelde scored 10 of her 14 points in the first half and "kept us in there." Wilson said. The Sweet Ladies were able to take apart the Wayland defense to build a 23-21 lead at the half. Dani Gallen, who was held scoreless in the first half, broke free of constraints and hit three from three-point ter­ ritory. Gallert also had 14 points in the game. Wilson said the entire team was "picked up" on defense, keeping the ball away from Farmer more in the second half and got Wayland to turn the ball over more, giving the Sweet Ladies more chances at buckets. VanderVelde was the leading rebounder in the game with eight. With the league season Call for Classifieds Phone 795-3345 Caledonia guard Mindy Wayland's Angie Farmer. half complete, Wilson said the Sweet Ladies are happy with the position they are in, but cautions that Caledonia will play the top three teams on the road in the second half. Tm really happy with our progress, but we can’t get too excited yet.” the coach said. "We've got a lot of basketball PUBLIC NOTICE The Planning Committee for the new Middleville Recreation Plan will be meeting to discuss a proposed questionnaire to be used to ask Village residents what their concerns are requiring local recreation resources. The questionnaire will also be used to ask residents of surrounding Townships how much they use Village facilities. All interested citizens are invited to attend and participate. If you or your organization are concerned about any aspect of recreation available, or not available, to area residents, please attend. When: Thursday, October 20, 1994 Where: Middleville Village Hall, 100 East Main Street. Time: 7 o’clock p.m. Questions may be directed to Jason Cherry, Village Planner, at 795-3385, Monday through Friday. 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (305) Smith (50) shadows left to play." The team will play at Kenowa Hills tonight (Oct. 18) and will host Cedar Springs, Thursday. Jodi VanderVelde goes up for two of her 14 points during Caledonia's victory over league rival Wayland last week. CHARTER TOWNSHIP of CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF ELECTION TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a special election will be held in the Charter Township of Caledonia on November 8,1994, from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. for the purpose of electing a candidate to complete the unex­ pired term of the Township Supervisor. The follow­ ing candidate has been nominated for such office by primary election: Thomas F. Garbow List of polling place locations: Precinct 1: Caledonia Township and Village Hall 250 Maple Street Precinct 2: Alaska Hall 7248 - 68th Street Precinct 3: Kettle Lake School 8451 Garbow Drive Patricia Snyder, Clerk Charter Township of Caledonia (303) �Page 14 / The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml / October 18. 1994 Scot gridders fall Scots boys favored to to Sparta win 0-K Gold championship What could be the most costly loss for the Caledonia varsity football team this year, will be the loss to Sparta, 35-18, Friday night. Not only did the team fall to 2-5 overall, but after rushing for two touchdowns. Dave Uyl was taken out of the game in the third quarter with a broken leg. Penalties slowed the Scots attack in the first half, but the team was sliding back into the groove in the third when Uyl was taken out. The other touchdown was a pass from Matt Neely to Adam Paarlberg Neely was four for 10 in passing. Justin Heyboer was the leading tackler for the Scots with two solos and 15 assists. The Scots will play host to Wayland Friday night at 7:30 p.m. (Courtesy of Matt Neety) Chabtep Township Op Caledon a Caledona M-chigan 493-6 CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP BOARD AGENDA October 19,1994 2. 3. 5. 6 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 15. 16. 17. Minutes Bills Building Inspector Report Treasurers Report Opposition to Campau/Kettle Lake Sewer Campau/Kettle Lake Sewer Privately Owned Public Water Amendment 2nd Reading Building Codes - 1st Reading PMR Renewals - 2nd Reading Planning Commission Report Appointments: A. Election Inspectors B. ZBA - Dorothy Merriman Steve Gould Seminar - Supervisor and Trustees Snow Plow Blds Special Assessments Library Cleaning Budget Hearing Permit Fees___________________________ With a 5-0 OK Gold record and 10-0 tally in dual meets, the Caledonia boys cross country team is heading into the OK Gold Conference meet. Thursday at Johnson Park, favored to win the title. The team's latest win came with a 22-36 win over Sparta in noo-league action, Oct. 12. Ben Thompson won the meet with a personal-best time on Caledonia's home course with a time of 16 nunutes, 47 seconds. Dave VandenBerg was — REGULAR MEETING — Tim Soper took the kickoff and ran it back for a touch­ down and Freeman kicked the extra point. Josh Haywood recovered a fumble and the Scots set up Freeman's second score of the game. Haywood carried in the two-point conversion. Coach Buzz Leatherman said both the offensive and defensive line played strong in the game. The team will play at Wayland, Thursday. CAI L Materials pertaining to this proposal can be viewed at the Middleville Village Hall at 100 E. Main Street, Middleville 49333. Written comments can be sent to the above address, or can be relayed via telephone to the Village at 616-795-3385, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (302) (307) Caledonia Village Council z 795-3345 The Village of Middleville Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a REZONING for the property at 640 Arlington Court. The request is being made by Jon Raymond. Proposed Use The applicant proposes to rezone a 3/4 acre parcel that is currently in the R-3, Multiple Family Residential Zone, to the C-1, Highway Commercial Zone. The applicant would then build a new sturcture for the Mom and Pop’s Appliance store. The applicant would then take over the old Mom and Pop’s store for a towing business and tire store. Property Description: A parcel of land in the SE of Section 22, T4N R10 W; thence East 1759.1 feet; thence South 2920.7 feet to the place of beginning; thence West 225 feet; thence N 1 02’ E 148.5 feet to the place of beginning, except the West 33 feet for the right-of-way. Village of Middleville, Barry Coun­ ty, Michigan. Where the hearing will be held: At the Midleville Village Hall, 100 E. Main Street, Middleville, Ml 49333. When: On Tuesday, November 1, 1994 at 7:00 p.m. Cheryl Hooper Village Clerk SUMMARY OF MINUTES ^For Classified ActionAds NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Middleville Village Council regular meeting previously scheduled for November 14,1994, is hereby rescheduled for November 7, 1994 at 7:00 p.m. third with a time of 17:26. Rob Lillie was fifth at 17:37. Dave Friedrich was sixth overall at 18:06 and Todd Striplin was seventh at 18:31. Jamie Smith finished ninth at 18:50. Adam Stauffer was 11th at 19:27 and Phil VanLaan was 14th at 20:01 for the Scots. Coach John Soderman said the team ran extremely well and said the team is where it wants to be with the conference championship coming up. Scots JV football team moves to 6-1 The Caledonia junior var­ sity football team upped its record to 6-1 with a 22-7 stomping of Sparta, last Thursday. Nick Freeman scored the first touchdown on a fiveyard scamper. Sparta took the ensuing kickoff and engineered a 75yard drive fix a score and an extra-point kick to put the Spartans up 7-6. But that's where Spara's offense sputtered and the junior Scots took over. PUBLIC NOTICE October 10. 1994 The regular meeting of the Caledonia Village Council was colled to order by the President with all member* present. present. Minutes of the last meeting and the financial statement were accepted as printed Bills of the month were approved for payment. Municipal Service and WW Engineering and Rodgers were heard. Klover reported on the water project. There will be a meeting with FHA on October 12 in regards to FHA grants ond loans Klover also reported on the sewer project. Everything for the Village project Is on schedule Motion by Soules, seconded to Erskine to approve an easement for Consumers Power to install a gas line at the wastewater treat­ ment site. Ayes: Audy, Erskine Kidder, Soules, Klaver. Nay Berencsi. Carried. Motion by Erskine, seconded by Kidder to authorize Klaver to expand the sewer discharge permit to I million gallons per day as suggested by DNR. Carried. Motion by Soules, seconded by Audy to prepare an amend ment to our Ordinance regar­ ding Civil Infractions. Aye Audy. Berencsi. Kidder, Soules, Klaver. Noy: Erskine. Moton carried. A Tree Ordinance was presented by Kidder, seconded by Berencsi Ayes All Or dmance declared adopted and will become effective upon published Motion by Soules, seconded by Kidder to authorize Klaver to work with the Township and the Fire Deportment on a share pro gram for equipment for Conf in ed Entry Carried George Brueck was appointed to the Planning Commission to fill vacancy created by I Berencsi’s resignation Willard Robertson was appointed to till the Trustee vacancy until the next Village General Election This vacancy was caused by the resignation of Paula Moerland Permission was granted for the Caledonia Elemetory School to have a Halloween Paradwon October 31 at I 00 p.m. Berencsi reported that the library Board is now at lull stall after two appointments were mode Kidder reported that 300 tree* have been planted at the wastewater treatment facility with 300 more to be planted. Other item* discussed were proposed parking lot on Kinsey Street, concern about sidewalk* and working on a program for newsletter and updating infer motional list for Village resident*. C TEC fees, and tern porary signs Meeting was odfourned al 10:10. Jacqueline Cherry Village Clerk (300) CHARTER TOWNSHIP of CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a public hearing on November 7,1994, at 7:30 p.m. at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall, 250 S. Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, concerning propos­ ed zoning ordinances to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia. The principal provisions of the Zoning Or­ dinance amendments are the following: 1. Amendment of Chapter XX so as to specify requirements for offstreet parking and loading including minimum numbers of parking spaces, size and location of parking facilities, parking entrances and exits, drainage, parking lot lighting and landscaping, and regulations on off-street loading spaces. 2. To add Chapter XXV to the Zoning Ordinance, pertaining to in­ gress and egress standards, including minimum provisions on driveways and also including provisions on driveway permits, the spacing of driveways along adjoining streets and other provisions regulating access to lands from public and private streets. 3. To amend Sections 2.47 and 3.14 of the Zoning Ordinance conerning the definition of “street” and minimum street frontage and to add provisions concerning the maximum ratio of lot width to lot depth. All interested persons may attend the public hearing and comment upon the proposed Zoning Ordinance amendments Dated: October 12, 1994 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA (301) �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / October 18. 1994 / Page 15 Visit to Bowens Mill offers fun for TK Kindergartners Kindergartners from the Thornapple Kellogg schools got a taste of school from the past when they visited Moe School at Bowens Mill. They even got some mini­ lessons while they were there. These two kindergarteners found a friend closer to their own size than the horses. Photo show and contest set at ‘It’s Cider Time” festival MAKE HAY WHILE... (our early-order specials (ire at (heir best) NOW THROUGH NOVEMBER 1994, YOU PICK THE NEW JOHN DEERE MOCO, BALER, OR WINDROWER ... THEN PICK YOUR DISCOUNT. (Discounts very by product F mane ng subfed to John Deere Credit approval) 45% or 55%' low variable-rate financing PLUS discounts of up to Z5% Interest-free financing until spring 1995 PLUS discounts of up to 10% Discounts up to 13% with regular-rate financing PH Fillmore JOHN DEERE Equipment, Inc. Loafed on M-401 141s A«e. HoBnd (2m Sour of 1-196) 751-5141 Hours 7am- Sprn Mon Frt.; 7am- 3pm Sat Historic Bowens Mills and Pioneer Park will have its last “it’s Cider Time" festival of the year Oct. 22 and 23. The gates open at ll a m. and close at 4 p.m. both Satur­ day and Sunday. The weekend will feature the once a year opening of the top floor of the old mill, along with the photo contest and show. The photos are all pic­ tures taken at the mill and the mill grounds and the mills people. Cash prizes are being given. The top floor (fourth level) also houses many old gears, shafts and machines once used in that area many years ago, along with an old cobbler's shop and sewing room. It also serves as an art gallery, where oil painting classes are given. The huge, water-powered cider press will swing into ac­ tion making cider the old time way while visitors watch. The lower level of the mill also will be open, with its blacksmith and cooper demonstrating their skills. There will be live music both Saturday and Sunday The mill’s main floor museum and gift and antique shop will be open. Food, cider and doughnuts and apple dumplings also will be a part of the day, along with hay ndes Folks are encouraged to bring cameras, enjoy historic Bowens Mills Festival, then take a color tour (ask for a free map) Gate fee is $3 for adults and SI for students Histone Bowens Mills will be host for a kids’ party Oct. 29 from 11 a m until I p.m. Old-time games and a costume contest with prizes will be featured Clubs, scouts. Sunday school classes, or any kids are invited to attend The old null is located in the heart of (he Yankee Springs Township, two miles north of the Yankee Springs (Gun Lake) Sate Park For more information, call 795-7530 The horse-drawn wagon ride is always a hit with young and old alike. Students had the chance to tour the inside of the mill later in the day. 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Schellinger, Stogray. and VondenBerg. Absent None. Guests Margaret Fowler from the Sun ond News. Cathy Williamson. Mr Sisson. Mr Doornbos. Kay Stolsonburg, Michael Humphreys. Katherine Encinas. Virginia Swelnis, Sue Timm. Rick Wilson from the Grand Rapid* Press ond John Loftus. Minute* of the September 12. 1994 meeting were approved os read. Agenda approved os printed Michael Humphreys, owner of Miller Real Estate approached Council with request to rezone property along Arlington Street from R-1 to R-2 and requesting a use permit for an office. Discus­ sion held. Oliver moved that Council of the Village of Middleville or­ dains section 1. The Zoning Or­ dinance of the Village of Mid­ dleville is hereby amended by the amending of Section 4.2 (Zoning Map) thereof so as to rezone the following described lands from the R-1 Low DensitySingle Family District to the R-2 Medium Density-Single District: A parcel of land in the Southeast 14 of Section 22. Town 4 North, Range 10 West, describ­ ed as: Commencing at a point in the center of the highway (Arl­ ington Avenue. State Truck Line M-37) running North ond South through Section 22. Town 4 North. Range 10 West. 56 rods West ond 80 rods North of the Southeast corner of said Section 22. which is the place of beginn­ ing; thence west 246 feet thence South 175 feet, thence East 246 feet, thence North 175 feet to the place of beginning. Support by French. Roll call: Bray aye, French oye. Oliver aye. Schellinger oye. Stogray abstain. VondenBerg noy. and Myers oye. Motion carried. Motion made by Oliver, sup­ ported by French »hat rhe re­ quest of Michael Humphreys of Miller Real Estate for a special use permit at the property located al 317 Arlington Street for the operation of a real estate offbe granted subject to the following conditions 1. That the applicant provide 10 parking spaces on the site as required by the zoning or­ dinance and that two of these spaces be within the existing garage to mmunizs the impact of new spaces upon the site. The new parking spaces must be placed so os to retain existing mature trees The lots must be effectively screened to minimize the visual impact upon adjacent residential property The ex­ isting circle drive and the new lots must be paved 2. The parking spaces must be placed closest to M-37 to avoid encroochmg an the side and rear yards of the existing home and to minimus upon adjacent 3. lighting upon the property must be restdentsal in scale, ft must effectively light the pok­ ing areas and entrances for ade­ quate security but must not shine light or cause glare upon adjacent properties. 4. The residential character of the existing building must not be changed. Action necessary to maintain the structure are per­ mitted, as are minor changes meant to decorate the structure. Any major alteration of the home must be submitted to the village for review, os must any desired change in use of the property 5. An evergreen screen may be planted across the rear of the property to screen the office use from the single family homes there. If desired by adjoining property owners in the future. 6. The proposal shall conform with all other applicable or­ dinances and regulations of the Village of Middleville. Roll coll: Bray oye, French aye. Oliver oye. Schellinger aye, Stogray abstain, VondenBerg aye. and Myers oye. Motion carried. Broy moved that Council ap­ prove the adoption of the Resolution to Change Sewer rates effective the day following the quarterly meter reading in September of 1994. Support by French. Roll call: Bray aye. French aye, Oliver aye, Schell­ inger aye. Stagray aye, VondenBerg aye. and Myers oye. Motion carried. Attorney Youngsma presented to Council an or­ dinance in regards to special assessments for local public im­ provements. Council will study and oct on at next meeting. Schellinger presented to Council a contract from Tree Tech. Schellinger moved that Council enter into a contract with Thomas Stodt of Tree Teach. Support by French. Ayes all. Carried. Schellinger inquired about the lot on Charles Street. Village Planner Jason Cherry contacted the owner of the property ond will be taken care of immediately. Schellinger moved the printed bills in the amount of $71,593.10 be approved. Support by VondenBerg. Ayes oil. Carried. Schellinger moved the follow­ ing transfers be allowed. General Fund to Local Street, $5,000.00. Support by Stogray. Ayes oil. Carried. Manager Monshum presented to Council safety items to be pur­ chased for Village employees Schellinger moved »hot Council approve the purchase of items that are necessary for the Village to purchase in com­ pliance with MIOSHA standards, not to exceed $9,500 00 Support by Stogray Ayes all. Corned. President Myers and Council thank the Heritage Committee for oil the work they put in for Heritage Day. Village Manager Monshum presented a letter to Council from American Hydrogeologn Corp concerning Crystal Flash This matter turned over to Village Engineers John Loftus. County Commis­ sioner candidate introduced himself to Council. With no further business. Stogray moved for adjournment Support by Broy Ayes all. Car­ ried. Meeting adjourned at 9 07 p.m. Cheryl Hooper Village Clerk (304) CASHIER - WE’RE LOOK­ ING FOR A HARD WORK­ ING enthusiastic and honest individual, who takes pride in doing good work. Full time (or part time) available. Apply in person or send resume and letter to: Steve Haye*, C/o Bob’s Gun and Tackle Shop, 2208 Gun Lake Road, Hastings Mi 49058. No phone inquiries please. CUSTOMER SERVICE, fulltime positions available, starting at $420-week, company training provided, no experience neces­ sary, benefits, profit sharing, call between llam-5pm, 948-8456. 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Ffl Ito 3Xpmtot2am 9790 CHIRPY VALLEY, M-37 - CALEDONIA � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/704/SunandNews_1994-10-25.pdf f3b21bf019fd1736a6ba8a9cf22f4d8d PDF Text Text /■ 12/30/^ Hastings Pud* icliwaH I ana News ^^STIHCS mtlC LltRASr Ihk I F 121 CnurcTt Hastings, BULK RATE U.S. POSTAGE HaMfep>MI49Q5 I^rmitNo. 7 Your Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas No. 38 I October 25, 1994 Middleville, Michigan 49333 124th Year Final decision left to Township Board Site plan approved for new Middleville Miller Realty office the particular issues that were by Margaret Fowler brought up at the public Staff Writer A site plan review for the hearing. Village President Lon new Miller Realty office was passed last week ‘ without any Myers took public comments about the rezoning, even problems,” said Middleville though it was not a public planner Jason Cherry. Mike Humphreys, owner of hearing. He directly asked any Miller Realty, recently pur­ chased the residence, located neighbors present at the at 317 Arlington, to become meeting if they wanted to comment on the proposal. the new Middleville office. The request to change the Even though several were pre­ zoning from single-family sent, no one said anything. The Village Council voted residential (R-l) to medium density residential (R-2) had to overturn the recommenda­ tion made by the Hanning met with criticism and dissent Commission and grant both from many residents. The sale of the home the rezoning and the special depended on the rezoning and use permit requested by the issuance of a special use Humphreys. Because of the concerns that permit, allowing use as an had been expressed at the office. The Middleville Planning earlier meeting, Humphreys Commission turned down the asked that owners of the ad­ rezoning request and sent that joining properties be per­ recommendation on to the sonally invited to the required site plan review. Village Council. The site plan review was Humphreys did a presenta­ tion for the council and in­ held last Tuesday and two of cluded documentation and the neighboring property photos that dealt with some of owners did attend. Basically, the outside of the house will remain the same in appearance, except for some minor changes. The gable at the front of the house is going to be made a little larger. There have been some roof problems with the current gable. The driveway will be pav­ ed, along with nine parking spaces. None of the large trees in the yard will have to be disturbd. A sidewalk to the front en­ tryway will be put in, along with shrubs and flowers for landscaping. The sign will be placed in front of the house near the ridge and there will be land­ scaping around the 30-squarefoot sign. (That is two square feet less than is allowed.) Three evergreen trees will be planted at the front, north comer of the house to shield the neighbors’ sleeping area from people coming and going from the office. See Site plan, Page 2 Caledonia planners recommend denial for Fitzsimmons renewal by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Citing the Fitzsimmons sand pit operator’s failure to comply with his original special land use permit, the Caledonia Township Planning Commission last week voted 3-1 to recommend the Township Board deny an ex­ tension of the permit. Scott Veiling abstained on the vote, citing a conflict of interest, and Beryl Fischer voted against the motion to deny the request. Absent were Commissioners John Dieleman and Roger Keating. Pit owner Jack Fitzsimmons and operator Mike Slachter asked for an extension of the two-year permit, which was granted in December 1992 to allow the reclamation of the old pit, which last was mined in the 1980s. Since this was to be a reclamation project and not a commercial sand mine, the township granted Fitzsim­ mons and Slachter the special land use, rather than require Attorney General to interpret ‘minor detail’ State puts Caledonia charter school on hold by Barbara Gall Staff Writer State Superintendent of .Schools Dr. Robert Schiller temporarily has delayed ap­ proving an application by Caledonia’s alternative high school to become one of the state’s new charter schools. Dr. Schiller was not available for comment Friday, but Bob Harris, director of communication for the Michigan Department of Education, said he understood Caledonia’s application was being delayed only because of “some minor detail that could be readily taken care of. “Then Dr. Schiller will move forward with the ap­ proval. It absolutely is not a permanent denial of the pro­ ject,” Harris said. Caledonia Schools Business Manager Judi Dean said the district understood the hangup related to a need for the State Attorney General to rule on some language in the Public Employees Relations Act, as it relates to charter schools. She said the question is whether the law requires cer­ tified teachers in charter schools to belong to the local bargaining unit, or whether the charter school teachers need only be “covered by” the same terms as agreed upon by the local bargaining unit, a provision already included in the charter. “We understand the At­ torney General will make a Page playground filling up! The amount of playground equipment at Page Elementary is rapidly increasing thanks to the Playground Improvement Group's effort. Money raised by P.I.G. in several fundraisers has resulted in the addition of equipment at all three elemen­ tary schools. The school district's grounds and maintenance crew have been diligently working on the renovation. The Page playground project is nearing completion. ruling on the interpretation of the law around the first of November,” Dean said. Caledonia teachers now are represented at the bargaining table by the Caledonia Educa­ tion Association. The Caledonia School Board agreed to sponsor the Caledonia Charter Academy in September. The new school would provide an alternative education program to replace the former Options High School, which operated under the now-dissolved LCTK Consortium. Chartering the school would bring it the state’s $5,500 per pupil foundation grant with no geographic limitations impos­ ed on who could attend. If it had been brought into the Caledonia Community Schools K-12 program, it would be available only to Caledonia students. That would result in the school’s losing nearly half its enroll­ ment of about 60 students and thereby reduce its funding. The school initially would serve high school students, but provisions have been made in the charter applica­ tion eventually to serve seventh-and eighth-graders as well. Caledonia Superintendent of Schools Doug Busman said that the school now is operating as part of the Caledonia Community Schools, with the assurance that the technicality over the legal language soon would be resolved and the charter granted ’’We’ll accommodate whatever ruling the Attorney General provides,” he said. the usual planned mineral removal (PMR) rezoning for sand mine operations in the township. The special use permit states that the project can in­ clude taking out up to 10,000 cubic yards of sand to defray the costs of the project and to allow the regrading of the steep slopes. If more than 10,000 cubic yards needed to be taken out. Slachter was supposed to return to the commission to discuss a change in the permit. Slachter, however, by his own figures, has taken out more than 27,000 cubic yards of sand without returning to the commission. He also did not post a re­ quired sign at the entrance to the pit, and only recently fenc­ ed the area as required. The commission agreed after inspecting the pit last month that the work that has been done there is good, but agreed it was not happy that Slachter had been operating out of compliance. Some neighbors in the Pine Edge development adjacent to the pit reported to the com­ mission that they are worried about changes in the taste and odor of their water since the pit has reopened, and said water pressure in their wells has dropped. They asked that the permit not be extended until an in­ vestigation showed that sand mining was not the cause of their water problems. However, Slachter and Fitzsimmons said they do not believe the work at the pit would affect the water table or water quality at the development. The commission also discussed what the final “look” would be at the old pit if Slachter were unable to complete the end use plan for the area, where Fitzsimmons wants to create building sites. Slachter maintains that the slopes for the proposed end use plan cannot be created without taking out another 50,000 to 100,000 cubic yards of sand. Township ordinance, however, does not allow a property owner to remove more than 10,000 cubic yards of sand without a permit, and the single-family R-l zoning of the area does not allow commercial sand pits. The commission discussed whether the township would want to take on the work and the expense of finishing the project if the extension of the permit were denied. “Perhaps there has been a See Pit renewal, Page 2 CHS reports on ‘Action Plan’ for curriculum improvement by Barbara Gall Staff Writer A small group of parents met Tuesday, Oct. 18, with Caledonia High School staff members and consultant Helen Branigan to discuss the progress of an action plan to add “rigor and relevance” to the CHS curriculum. The presentation was a milestone in a process begun in 1990 with the first FACTS (Finding Answers to Caledonia’s Tommorows) gathering of parents, com­ munity and staff members. CHS staff member Barbara Daniels reviewed events that led up to last week’s meeting. She reminded those present that the original FACTS group had prepared a list of recommendations that includ­ ed direction for the kinds of future facilities, as well as the educational training the com­ munity wanted for its students. The group also named the 1994-95 school year as the time for reviewing progress on the recommendations. In the meantime, the CHS staff continued on its path of restructuring the high school to meet the needs of students entering today’s society. This “journey ” reached the critical point of a need to com­ pare what the community See CHS reports, Page 2 In This Issue... Caledonia Twp. OKs $602,000 budget for 1995 year Exchange students bring global perspective to CHS Caledonia Sun Spa operating under new management Kettle Lake celebrates season with annual Oktoberfest �Page 2 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I October 25, 1994 CHS REPORTS, continued from front page— FACTS is back again wanted for its students to what actually is being taught in the classroom. As a result, explained Daniels, CHS applied to become part of a Michigan Pilot Project grant, one of 400 schools in the state to do so. Caledonia High School was one of 10 schools chosen to participate in the project, for which the State Legislature chose Dr. Willard Dagget’s International Center for Leadership in Education as the consulting organization. Branigan is Caledonia’s In­ ternational Center consultant. She brought to the CHS staff the Center’s process for creating a “discrepancy analysis,” showing where the community’s expectations dif­ fered from actual classroom practice. From that analysis, the staff could create an action plan to eliminate the discrepancies. Town meetings, called “FACTS Is Back!” took place in May. with par­ ticipants identifying skills and knowledge high school graduates would need for their futures. This data then was analyzed to determine where it belong­ ed in the school curriculum. Perhaps the most significant discovery from the discrepan­ cy analysis is that while the community wants students to learn how to apply knowledge, actual classroom activities tend to focus just on theory. The staff action plan lists the following as “what needs to be done:” — Develop assessments that are consistent, that assure mastery and quality and that are based on performance, rather than just paper and pen­ cil tests. — Continue to integrate content areas. Suggestions in­ clude a senior seminar that would combine English, government and economics; implement advanced CORE math; integrate STAR 9 pro­ gram with the freshman (com­ puter) applications class. — Integrate technology into the World Studies class. — Evaluate and upgrade summer school opportunities to help students achieve the CHS exit outcomes. — Continue to develop computer software to manage outcomes, CHS staff member Barbara Daniels is the project manager for the school's participation in the Michigan Pilot Project. assessments and “ben­ chmark” achievements. As part of these activities, the staff will continue to work on developing the student portfolio program and the senior exhibition requirement. Daniels pointed out that the staff will work to improve community awareness, to constantly evaluate and assess its work, to make better use of opportunities to “market” the school’s progress and to sup­ port parent-community-school partnerships such as the Parents Advisory Council, the PTOs, the Athletic Boosters and the Parent Network. Other goals are to improve school newsletters and to in­ crease student involvement in school improvement. The entire plan is available for study. Anyone interested in reading it or in learning more about the implementa­ tion of the plan should call Daniels at the high school, 891-8129. PIT RENEWAL, continued from front page STOP and SEE YOUR CHOICE IS CLEAR. Richard J. Choryan, O.D. DOCTOR OF OPTOMETRY 133 E. Main St., Caledonia, Ml 891-9224 fundamental mistake made in estimating the amount of sand that had to come out of there,” conceded Commis­ sion Chairman Dick Dunn. Veiling argued that the commission knew all along that more than 10,000 cubic yards would have to be removed, even though that language was not in the permit. Williams said he believed there were two issues: the neighbors’ concern with their water, and the commission’s responsibility to follow the township ordinance. “This is no longer just a reclamation, but a sand removal operation,” he said. Dunn told Slachter that his work certainly had improved the former pit area, even if he couldn't finish the job. He urged Slachter to get the SITE PLAN from front page— A ramp making the office handicapped accessible will be added at the back patio. The entire house also will be given a fresh coat of paint. Work on the home should be started soon, even though the new office problably will not be occupied until after the new year. slopes as close as possible to the proposed grades by December, when the permit expires. “In the end, the land will be in better shape than when you started,” he said. The commission’s vote is a recommendation to the Township Board, which has the final say on the request. The board will take up the issue at its November meeting. Caledonia Community education 'haunted school house1 planned for Halloween The Caledonia Community Education staff plans to get in­ to the “spirit” of Halloween by inviting kids of all ages to its third annual “Haunted School House,” to be open to visitors on Monday, Oct 31, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Usually known as the Com­ munity Education Building, the haunted school will pro­ vide some Halloween fun for the whole family, with special activities planned for young children. Cost at the door is $2 per person. Anyone with questions should call Community Education at 891-8117. Dr. Helen Branigan served as the consultant to CHS for the state pilot project. She is on the staff of the In­ ternational Center for Educational leadership. Talk Back What about charter schools By Douglas Busman, Caledonia Superintendent Q. What Is a charter school? A. A charter school is a form of public school made possible by legislation passed last spring. The legislative intent of a charter school is to provide a way to give parents and students a choice between established public schools and new kinds of public schools. Q. Is a charter school subject to the same rules and regulations that an established public school Is? A. A charter school is responsible to meet the same cur­ riculum and accountability standards as an established public school. However, because they are starting fresh they can meet these requirements in different ways. Q. Why can’t regular schools do that as well? A. The students, parents, and teachers in established public schools are used to working together in a certain way. When established schools try to change that certain way, or are asked by parents to change that certain way, the change is often met by resistance. In charter schools, the school is selected because it matches the way parents, students and teachers think education should be done. Q. Does Caledonia Community Schools have a charter schooL? A. The Board of Education of Caledonia Community Schools, as the sponsoring agency, did issue a one-year charter to establish the “Caledonia Charter Academy.” However, the law requires that the Caledonia Charter Academy not be a legal part of the Caledonia Community Schools. The academy has its own principal and board of directors. Q. How can I get more specific information about the Caledonia Charter Academy? A. The phone number at the Academy is 891-0236, or you may write David Wilkinson, charter director, at 330 Johnson Street, Caledonia, MI 49316. If you have questions about this subject, or have a concern you would like to see addressed in this column, please either call the Caledonia Community Schools Administrative Office at (616) 891-8185 or write to Superintendent Douglas Busman at P.O. Box 128, Caledonia, MI 49316. TRICKS & TREATS!! • Costumes • Masks • Make-Up • Candy • Treat Bags • Cards • Knick Knacks • Decorations • Invites • Party Paper Products ...and MORE! RAINBOW’S END Yarn, Craft and Variety Caledonia Village Centre • 616-891-1106 HOURS: Monday thru Friday 900 a.m to 8 00 p m.; Saturday 900 am. to 5:30 p.m �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I October 25, 1994 / Page 3 Fire, police expenses now served by dedicated millage Caledonia Twp. OKs $602,000 budget for 1995 year by Barbara Gall Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Board Wednesday approved its 1995 general bind budget, which for the first time does not include the Caledonia Fire Department. Last year, the township budgeted $94,300 for fire protection. Both the fire department and the newly expanded Kent County Sheriffs patrol in the township now will be funded by the two-mill emergency services levy approved by voters in August. Township Supervisor Tom Garbow noted that Caledonia Village is contributing 20 per­ cent of the cost of the police protection to help cover that expenditure. Fire Board member Ed Fischer presented a report on | From Our Readers Campau-Kettle Lake sewer project questionable Dear editor: There is an issue at the township level that concerns the taxpayers of Caledonia and Gaines townships. It is the establishment of a sewer district from Whitneyville Road to McCords near the Campau and Kettle Lakes area. At this point, Caledonia and Gaines township residents don't really have a clue as to how this is going to effect them. Realistically, if they don't live in the area they won't have to pay for it. right? Wrong! Kettle Lake Elementary School is in the proposed sewer district, and as such, someone will need to foot the bill for this added expense to the kids' education. This will come from the Caledonia School District, which encom­ passes Caledonia and Gaines townships. The school district is having a difficult time as it is trying to get millages passed to pay for our schools now. The added expense of paying for a sewer for the school is ludicrous. Not too long ago, the school upgraded its septic system with an expensive system, which was said to last at least 25 years, if not longer, pro­ viding proper maintenance was done. According to the Kent County Health Depart­ ment, the school’s system never failed, it was just ex­ panded to meet the needs of the increased student population. As a taxpayer, I cannot con­ done spending money to fix something that is not broken at this time. The SBR system’s life expectancy is only 40 to 50 years, and the maintenance and repair costs will far ex­ ceed any expense the school will have to make on their upgraded septic system in the future. It is difficult to accept the fact that not too many people in the community will be forc­ ed to hook up to this sewer project, which is estimated to cost $2.5 million. Another point 1 am concern­ ed about is the fact that there is no “lemon law" concern­ ing public works projects of this size. For that kind of ex­ pense. I would hope there would be. To ignore the controversy and let it go through as it is would be questionable. The residents of our township have expectations of our Township Board to be accountable for not only the use of taxpayers’ money, but also to be accoun­ table for making fair and responsible decisions imposed on us without the support of our community. I am curious to know how the public feels about the pro­ posed Campau-Kettle Lake sewer project which is soon to be decided on. Sandra Spencer Caledonia Township CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP EMERGENCY SERVICES BUDGETS Total Fire Dept. Expenditures............... 210,850.00 16 Hour Police Patrol............................... 160,000.00 TOTAL Police/Fire Budget 370.850.00 Township Millage Revenues (2 mills) .370,000.00 20% Village Contribution ........................ 32,000.00 TOTAL Revenue 402,000.00 Fire Department expenditures include both equip­ ment and personnel needs. Without the Caledonia Village's contribution to police protection, the emergency services budget would have to be cut. the fire department and the 1995 fire department budget. His report included total revenues and expenditures for both fire and police protec­ tion. (See related chart.) The 1995 township general fund revenues are down from the $702,602 budget for 1994. The decrease is a result of the cut in property taxes re­ quired by Proposal A legisla­ tion, and because the township last year had to in­ clude as revenue the reim­ bursements from developers for the M-37 sewer line. Estimated expenditures for 1995 total $600,498, com­ pared to $630,100 in 1994. One 1995 line item still in question is $42,500 set aside for the library. That would be the township's 1995 library assessment should the millage for the Kent District Library fail. If the district library levy is approved by voters in November, the township no longer will have to pay an assessment, as the library would be funded by the county-wide dedicated millage. If that millage fails, the library system will revert back to the old county library system, in which each par­ ticipating municipality is assessed according to circulation. Increased expenditures for 1995 include staff costs, with a deputy clerk now working full time and the clerk and the treasurer receiving small increases. The township planner also has been brought on board full time, and the township has ad­ ded a building inspection coordinator to help with the paperwork in that area. In ad­ dition. that staff person helps with maintenance work at the township office. Under its capital outlay for the local cable channel, the township this year set aside $3,000 to purchase its own equipment for taping and televising township meetings on the channel. The township also budgeted $68,000 for its final payment for the paving of 108th Street, and added a $14,000 line item for additional dust layers for unpaved roads to its “highways” section of the budget. The board also anticipates a $20,000 increase in profes­ sional services, such as legal and engineering, as the township continues to develop. Besides no longer funding the fire department, decreases in township expen­ ditures include election costs for 1995. down $4,000 for salaries, printing and publishing and software and contracted services. Board of Review salaries also are estimated to be $500 less than last year. Township Clerk Pat Snyder said that with the new tax legislation just being im­ plemented. estimating the budget was especially difficult this year. “We’re still waiting to see just how our revenues work out with all the changes.” she said. Residents interested in look­ ing over the entire budget will find it available at the Caledonia Township office. 250 Maple St. New Design Full Service Family Hair Styling Salon NEW! Casualwear NEW! & Sportswear 4 TANNERS: 2 Booths & 2 Deluxe Beds ‘You should laugh so long’ is message at library talk Middleville writer and humorist Peggy Kline will kick off the Friends of the Caledonia Library speakers season Wednesday. Oct. 26. with the presentation “You should laugh so long.” The program will begin at 7 p.m. in the meeting room of the Caledonia Library at 240 Emmons Road. Kline is a nationally known speaker and writer whose workshops encourage people to control stress by taking a light look at life. Following her talk, a brief organizational meeting for the Friends of the Library will be held. Anyone unable to attend the Oct. 26 meeting should call the library at 891-1502 to sign up for the Friends group. The Friends group is plann­ ing a series of speakers and activities at the library. On Nov. 9, two master gardeners will help area gardeners prepare for winter and look ahead at spring. In March, the group will be host for a talk by the Caledonia and Thornapple-Kellogg school superintendents. Information on joining the friends will be available after each talk. The group is also interested in hearing from residents Call for Sun & News Action Ads PHONE 795-3345 about topics or activities for the group to sponsor. For more information about the Friends of the Caledonia Library, call 891-1502. - OPEN Munday * hrnU. V io » Tunday. Wrdnnday * fWoby « fa ft Saturday « l» J IS* MNKHt CHTZtN 1NMUUNI M Wrdn~fcy We use end recommend products by Caledonia Village Center (M-37) • 891-9257 — As Always, Walk-ins Are Welcome — The “Hometown” card with worldwide credit and a Hometown number. Your "Hometown" Visa and MasterCard is issued and handled directly by us. No waiting around. If you have a question, we're here to answer it. If you need a cash advance, we'll take care of it. And best of all, you'll be deal­ ing with a bank you know and trust. Hometown profes­ sionals who believe in working together to build a stronger community. Over the years your needs have changed. And we've grown to help meet those needs. We're proud to offer Visa and MasterCard as part of a continuing program designed to meet your growing financial needs. To apply for your hometown Visa or MasterCard, stop by and visit us today. Of, if you already own a Visa or MasterCard, find out how simple it is MasterCard. VISA to place a hometown number on it. TATE ANK 627 MAIN ST. CALEDONIA 3205 68th ST SE DUTTON 891-8113 698-6337 ALEDON1A A.7 3 Location Open AH Day Monday thru Friday and *tii Noon on Saturday 303 ARLINGTON MIDDLEVILLE 795-3361 LENDER �Page 4 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I October 25, 1994 Neighbors with. NORMA VELDERMAN Good morning, everyone. Have you noticed that we humans reflect sudden emo­ tional changes, just like our different weather changes. So many folks seem touchy and explosive as the weather turns. My leader Dog roommate, Becky Cherry, called from Texas Sunday and said that they were having terrible thunderstorms and rains. Her dog Beauty, was terrified and needed special attention for that noisy period. Well, as usual, we cannot do anything about the weather, just go through it. It gives us small talk when we meet casual friends. Elaine Northrop said that the Octegenarian dinner was a huge success. There was a couple that were 92 years old and had been married for 69 years. In talking with Lois Bender, she said that the cou­ ple are Verne and Helen Hooper. Quite an accomplishment. Elaine Northrop worked on the dinner with a lot of other wonderful giving women from the Methodist church. In talking to Edna Bechtel, she reminded me that you have to have “Squaw winter” before you have “Indian Summer.” I had never heard that expres­ sion before. We did have several cool nights, with the temperature very close to or below freezing. The trees changed color so quickly and now suddenly the leaves are on the ground. Lois Stauffers said that the color up nonh was beautiful. Bumped into Pete Bishop as I went through the library door. He opened the door for Houston He told me who he was and I was so pleased to see him I had to give him a big hug. He said that Nancy is do­ ing much better. She only needs oxygen now at night. So things are going well with them. It is always so good to see folks again that you don’t see often any more. Lois Bender said that Jean Terpstra died. Johnny saw it in the paper and forgot to mention it to me. She suffered with Alzheimer’s for two years. So it was really a bless­ ing when she went. She was such a caring and sharing per­ son. Her husband. Harold, had the heavy load for quite a long time. It would be terrible to see an alert person gradual­ ly go downhill. Lois Bender said that she lost a wonderful friend when Jean went. I had a real good visit with Mae Bowerman. I caught her when she was in bed. but not asleep. She said that when there’s no good shows on TV. she goes to bed early. She said that Lu and Dick Ward are so good to her. Dick saw some crocheted squares that were not finished and so he bought them for her to put together. Lu is always checking to make sure Mae is OK. She says that both of them are so warm and caring people. I heartily agree with her. Rose and Ken Morgan went on a color tour, and said it was so lovely that words cannot describe it. Last Saturday. Russ. Ward and Betty Bender went over to visit brother Mike and Edna. Jerry Spencer said that they had as guests George and Bet ty Donelson. from Largo. Florida and two other families. I believe she said that the three families were her sisters and hubbies. Jerry said that there were three girls and one boy in their family. He was the younger. Lorraine Otto went to fiveday basketmaking seminar at the Stauffer Hotel in Battle Creek. Had a wonderful five days with other people who love making baskets. Maureen Robinson is busy with her Pumpkin World. We saw the half-hour program "Live at Five" and S and S was featured. Janet Bender was the artist who decorated all the pumpkins and worked setting up the exhibits. Maureen said that when she had one group of children, a little hen came in and quietly sat down! They were all very quiet and she laid an egg while the small children watched. Then the children all got to feel the warm egg and take the egg home with them. Quite a wonderful learning ex­ perience. They are all very busy the whole month and love every minute of it. It gels pretty hectic, but they love do­ ing it. Mary Hayward also attend­ ed the Octogenarian dinner at the Methodist church. Betty Newman had Megan Strong for five days at her home. The week before Betty had Berl Harland. Lois Bremer said that Andy Thompson got married last Continued next page - LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church — Serving a Living Lord SUNDAY....... 9:45 a m., 11:00 a m. A 6:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY.................Family Night - 6:30 p.m. 7240 68th Street, SE — Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Rev. Brian F. Harrison Youth Pastor, Darrel L. Schrock FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville Bruce N. Stewart, Pastor Lee Taylor, Assistant Pastor Sunday School.............................................. 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service...... 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service............................ 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer..................6:45 p.m. Word of Life Clubs....................................... 6:45 p.m. WELCOME TO CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A church with a caring heart for our community and the world" Sunday Services....... 9:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. M-37 at 100th St., Caledonia, Ml Church Office: (616) 891-1512 Rev. Gerald Van Oyen Pastor Scott Taylor Reaching People With Christ 8:30 am to 9:30 am — First Worship Service 9:30 am to 9:45 am — Coffee Fellowship 9:45 am to 10:45 am — Sunday School 10:45 am to 11:00 am — Coffee Fellowship 11:00 am to 12:00 — Second Worship Service Nursery and Children's Church will be provided Al Tiemeyer Community Calling 1 Timothy 4:12 CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH iHnst Molu IRxisary Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street 314 E. Main, Middleville Phone: 795-9030 Rev. James Cusack Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass............................. 5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass.................... 9:00 a.m. A 11:00 a.m. KETTLE LAKE INDEPENDENT REFORMED Proclaiming the Historic Reformed Faith, Services at 9:30 a m. and 6:00 p.m. Worshipping at Kettle Lake School on Whitneyville Road South of 68th Street CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST Traditional Roman Catholic Latin Mass Rev. Fr. Francisco Radecki, CMRI Sacred Heart Devotions Sunday Mass: 4:00 P.M. Confessions and Rosary: 20 Minutes before Mass Sun. Morning Worship.............10:30 a.m. Sunday School..................................... 9:30a.m. Evening Service................................... 6:00p.m. Rev. Bernard Mulder, Pastor 868-6306 Located in Leighton Township Comer of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Sunday Morning Worship (Interpreted for hearing impaired). ..9:30 a.m. .11:10 a.m. Sunday School.................................... ..6:30 p.m. Sunday Evening Service..................... Pioneer Qub (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday.................... 6:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting - Wednesday........................... 7:00 p.m. Youth Fellowship - Sunday............................. 5:00 p.m. RAY TOWNSEND, Pastor Qni QAOfl TIM DOUBLESTEW, Youth Director OV1 -oUZo MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 708 West Main Street YOU ARE INVITED Rev. Roger Timmerman, Pastor 795-3667 8546 Whitneyville Ave. at 84th St *891 8661 ‘The Church where everybody is somebody... ...and Jesus Christ is Lord" 111 Church Street “God Cares for You” Cornerstone Wesleyan Church Pastor Jeffrey Lee Phone 795-7076 Barner Free • M-37 between Caledonia & Middleville Sunday Worship Services....... 8:30 or 11:00,6:00 Children’s Church/Youth Worship during monung service*, Caraway Si puppet ministry for K 4th during evening service* Sunday School..............................*45-10:45 Wednesday Night “Family Night” 6:454:15 Includes Adventure Chib, Choir* for Children and Adults, High School Youth Group and Adult Classes For information call: 891-8119 St. Paul Lutheran Kraft Ave. & 84th St., Caledonia, Mi. (Missouri Synod) "Be devoted to one another in brotherly love." Rom. 12:10 First Service......................................8:30 a.m. MIDDLEVILLE and PARMELEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Sunday School.....................................930 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship............... ... 1030 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship........................ 6 00 pjn. Wed Midweek Prayer & Bijie Study...... 7-00 p.m Rev Mkr Dobson Pastor Steve Jackson. Youth Pastor / Mice Looney. Muse Dir. Peace Reformed Church Morning Worship Service............ 10:00 a.m. Sunday School................................. 9 45 a.m. Sunday School..................................... 11:15a.m.(Fellowship Coffee 9.45 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.) Evening Worship Service............... 6:00 p.m. Bible Classes................................. 10:00 a.m. WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH Church School........................... 9:30a.m. Meeting at the Comer of Choir Practice 9:30a.m. Wood School Rd. and Wing Rd. Worship Service............... 10:30 a.m. Services — 250 Vine Street Sunday School.... ........... 10:00 a.m. Church Office — 891-8669 Morning Worship ........... 11:00 a.m. Parsonage — 891-8167 Evening Worship. ............. 6:00 p.m. Rev. Bobby Dale Whitlock CHRISTIAN REFORMED 6201 Whitneyville Avenue LEIGHTON UNITED METHODIST Gaines United Brethren Church Kalamazoo Avenue at 92nd Street Caledonia, Michigan Telephone 698-8252 Pastor Mark Beers LAKESIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH Parmelee Morning Worship........ 930 a m Middleville Sunday School........... 9 45 a m. Middleville Worship.................... 1100 a.m Rev. Lynn Wagner — 795-3798 Rev. Carroll Fowler — 765-5316 Church Office Phone — 795-9266 Wl|c COM fUimr JflctIjodist (Church 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto, Michigan 49302 Sunday School.................. 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship............. 11:00 a m. Evening Worship................. 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting/ Children's Classes......... 7:00 p.m. Royle Bailard, Pastor — 868-6437 — Second Service.............................. 11:00 a m. (All Services have a Nursery available) Rev. Robert Gerke Office: 891-8688 Church: 891-9878 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 12200 Chief Noonday Road (at Gun Lake) Wayland, Michigan 49348 • 795-7903 Barrier Free / Programs for All Ages Sunday Worship 10 00 am Sunday School 11:15 am Wednesday Family Night'' 6 00 p.m. hiptrmg, Posmt, ferine. The Reorganized CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST of Latter Day Saints 8146 68th Si. near Whitneyville Ave. Church School, <£• Sunday........................ 9:45 a.m. i?Monung Worship.,.11 00 a.m. o * Evening Worship...... 6:00 p.m. Wed Fellowship...... 7:30pm. hn homes or church) call Pastor Robert Loesch 698-6027 �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I October 25, 1994 / Page 5 New ‘Zip, Zero and Zilch’ law fights underage drunk driving (From left) Tracy Lintz, 5; Louonne Secord, 3; Chris Jansens, 5; Alyssa Longhurst, 3; and Amy Demaogd, 4, are surprised at the big crate of apples they saw at Hilton's apple orchard. Orchard trip offers lots of goodies for area pre-schoolers by Margaret Fowler Stuff Writer Taking five pre-schoolers to an apple orchard can be a big adventure Middleville child care pro­ vider Vickie Rick knows this is true and that is why she takes ‘‘her kids’’ each year. The group recently visited Hilton's apple orchard in Caledonia. And the kids were impress­ ed. especially with white pumpkins and tons of kittens. They got to visit the pum­ pkin patch, the apple orchard where the trees were still loaded with fruit, and where the apples were stored in big, huge wcMxlen crates The children didn't go back to Rick’s empty-handed. Each one picked out a pum­ pkin and they took some Macintosh and Jonathon ap­ ples home. Once the crew arrived back at Kick’s house with their treasures, they helped make apple pies and applesauce. ^—.J BINGO American Legion'Post 1*305 9548 Cherry Valley, Caledonia • THURSDAY • Michigan again is stepping up its fight against drunk and impaired driving with a new law targeting teen-age drink­ ing that goes into effect Nov. 1. The law makes it illegal for anyone under 21 to dnnk any amount of alcohol and drive. To raise awareness of the new law, the Michigan State Safety Commission is mount­ ing an extensive information campaign aimed at teens, young adults and their par­ ents. The message is based on three words, "Zip, Zero and Zilch,” conveying just how much those under 21 can legally drink and drive. Zero tolerance is the key. Teens cannot drink and drive. Drivers under 21 cannot have a blood alcohol concentration that exceeds .02 percent. That means even one beer is one too many. "Teenage drinking and driv­ ing remains a problem in Michigan," said State Rep. Frank M. Fitzgerald (R-Grand Ledge), who sponsored the legislation. "This law is part of a consistent message we are sending to young people that drinking and driving is illegal and will not be tolerated. Stronger penalties must be combined with a renewed emphasis on prevention and education." Under the new law, anyone under age 21 convicted of driving with any bodily alco­ hol content faces a 30- to 90day driver’s license suspen­ sion followed by a mandatory $125 reinstatement fee; up to Three-year-old Louanne Secord figures that this big pumpkin doesn't look too bad. Many of the preschoolers had not visited a pumpkin patch before. Early Bird — 6:30 PM Since you’re in agriculture you can cover all your assets under one policy and save time and money. Do you have a boat? Do you have a snowmobile? Do you have a mobile home? Are you involved in incidental business pursuits? Do you need separate policies? Not when you’re covered by... Pioneer State Mutual Specialists in Agricultural Insurance Call us for details... Your local independent insurance agency STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY Call us for a quote for all of your insurance needs • Auto • Life • Health • Home • Business • Investment Caledonia Village Centre, 9365 Cherry Valley Ave., Caledonia 891-9294 Hastings woman on Cooley’s Law School honors list Hastings native Jill Hum­ phreys Steele was named to the dean’s list and honor roll at Thomas M. Cooley Law School in the previous term. Dean’s list status is awarded to students who have earned a 3.0 or better grade point average in the preceding term. Honor roll status is awarded to students who have earned a 3.0 or better cumulative grade point average. NEIGHBORS from Page 4 — Saturday. Jenny Steiner from Canada, and sister Valerie and husband from Georgia were also there The young couple will live here in Mid­ dleville. I didn’t know that Judy had gone to live with her dad. Fred Steiner. They had a wonderful family time with all of the family there. Well, folks 1 guess that’s it for now. Have a good week. I will visit with all of you next week. A great big hug to all of you, my community family. 45 days of community ser­ vice; and/or a fine of up to $250. The conviction will result in four points on a driver's record. All penalties increase for a second conviction. Of the Michigan crashes in which teenagers were killed in 1991, 42 percent involved alcohol, according to informa­ tion supplied by the Michigan Secretary of State and Office of Drug Control Policy. Alco­ hol-related motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for youths who can legally drive. A young person under the legal drinking age is nearly twice as likely to die in an alcohol-related crash as an adult over 21. While Michigan drivers ages 15-20 represent only 11.3 percent of the driving population, they accounted for 14 percent of crashes involving alcohol during 1990-91. Though alcohol use increases the risk of a motor vehicle crash for all drivers, for young drivers the risk begins to increase at very low blood alcohol concentrations. "Since passage of tough anti-drunk driving laws nearly three years ago, we have seen substantial reductions in the percentage of alcohol-related traffic crash fatalities," said Secretary of State Richard H. Austin. "Yet, young people continue to be over repre­ sented in such crashes, even though they should not be drinking at all. It is our hope that this zero tolerance’ law will further discourage tragic youthful drinking and driv­ ing." For the Holidays Thanksgiving Appliques Fall Prints for Tablecloths Christmas Prints (Good Selection) 218 E. State St.. Hastings i r c\r'~y'S Ph. 945-9673 Hour*: Mon.-Thurs 8-J.3O. Trouble happens... Storms strike... Sooner or later it happens to all of us and we ask, "Why me?" or "Why does God allow such things to happen?" STRENGTH FOR THE STORMS OF LIFE An inspiring new series of messages by pastor Keith Dragt OCTOBER 30 "Staying Steady in the Storm" Music by Karl Kaizer, Michael Burgess, Mike and Candy Pierce �Page 6 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I October 25, 1994 Exchange students bring global perspective to CHS by Barbara Gall Staff Writer From five nations in three continents, Caledonia High School’s foreign exchange students again bring with them a new perspective to share with the student body. Leaving the “comfort zone” of their own homes, families and schools behind, exchange students move to a foreign country to live with a new family and join a student body where they not only must make new friends, but also overcome the barriers of different languages and cultures. Caledonia’s five exchange students, however, already are fitting right in, studying government and American studies and participating in ac­ tivities and sports. All of them agreed that high school is much more deman­ ding at home, where they take many more classes each semester than American students do. They also agreed, however, that they look forward to lear­ ning about the American lifestyle while improving their She hasn’t settled on a career yet. but would like to use her English, perhaps in a job related to travel. She’s also interested in volunteering in a health field, and is looking forward to tak­ ing the CHS Visions and Volunteers class next semester. Araguara. Brazil, is the home of exchange student Robson Sousa. 17. who is making his home with the family of Bill and Karen VanSprange this year. “I came here because I need the English.” he ex­ plained. “I will need it for college, for a job. for anything I want to do.” An outgoing person. Rob­ son enjoys both music and Continued next page- O 000 Caledonia’s exchange students this year are (from thei left) Manuel Behringer of Germany, Hiroko Inoue of Japan, Linda Kuiper of the Netherlands, Ivan Prad FOR LOANS. of Spain and Robson Sousa (front) of Brazil. PROPHETIC BIBLE CONFERENCE Dr. Paul Lee Tan Author, Professor, Prophetic athletics.He is playing on the CHS varsity soccer team and plans to play tennis next spring. He also wants to learn to downhill ski, and said he is looking forward to his first experience with snow . He has friends in Idaho he hopes to visit this year, and he wants to see Washington D C. Robson is undecided about his own career, but his mother is a designer and his dad owns three stores and a farm. Eighteen-year-old Ivan Prado came to the U.S. from Madrid. Spain. He said he is planning to spend not only this year, but also his college years in this country, starting m j| OCTOBER 28-30, 1994 First Baptist Church Conference Speaker 5075 N. Middleville Rd., Middleville, Ml 616/795-9726 • Bruce N. Stewart, Pastor Fri: 7:00 p.m. Middle East and the Bible Sat: 7:00 p.m. Antichrist and Armageddon Sun: 9:45 a.m. Angels and End Times Sun: 11:00 a.m. New Heaven and New Earth Sun: 6:00 p.m. Signs of the Times English and visiting as much of the country as possible. Manuel Behringer. 17. of Germany is making his American home with the Rev. Joel and Victoria Kruggel. His mother, father and 15-year-old sister live near Stuttgart, where his dad is a teacher and minister. Manuel said he came to the U.S. because he wanted to meet American people and see for himself the American way of life. He also hopes to im­ prove his English and “just have a new experience.” He’s not sure of his future career, although he’s in­ terested in architecture. “But I have a great many ideas I’d like to pursue,” he added. While in the States, he hopes to visit a friend in Louisville, and he would like to travel to San Francisco. 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Her father is a ship owner and her mother is a full-time wife and mom to Linda and her 13-year-old brother. She said she came to the U.S. to improve her English and “to see for myself how the life and culture is here. ” She also wanted to see what it would be like to be away from home for a year. Linda played on the Caledonia tennis team this fall and loves to downhill ski. Call me Joe, For that reason, she said she because that's is especially looking forward to a December trip to Col­ my name. Joe. orado, where she will visit a As in Joe Castillo. good friend from the Netherlands and get to ski. I'm a loan offi­ She also would like to see cer. For NBD. Washington D.C. While she hasn’t decided on And I'm taking a career yet, she is consider­ my office on-the-road. 1 want to intro­ ing something in the tourist field, perhaps hotel duce you to all of the great loans you management. can get from NBD. Hiroko Inoue came to NBD Home Improvement, Auto, RV Caledonia from her home near Osaka, Japan. At 16, she is and Boat Loans; Home Equity Credit the oldest of the three children Lines, and credit cards. You name it in her family, which includes a 14-year-old sister and a I'll help you apply for it. Just check IQ-year-old brother. the times listed below, and arrange to Her dad works for Panasonic, and her mom stays see me soon. busy at home. You'll find me helpful. You'll find “I was curious about the difference in our two me friendly. And when it comes to cultures,” she said of her consumer loans, you'll find I'm not decision to come to the U.S. as an exchange student. I just any Joe. thought it would be interesting to be a student here and see the American culture from my perspective. “I also thought it would be a challenge, learning to live away from my family,” she added Hiroko said she is looking forward to meeting friend; from anther country, anc Call me at (816) 430 1860 or (616) 771-7541 , would like to trave I "wherever I can go.” 1 See me at these times and places: She enjoys archery anc Mondays 9 a.m. • 1 p.m. cooking, and since coming t<> Office of Richard A. Blanch, CPA; live with her Americai1 130 Main St., Caledonia parents, Laurie and Ro;y Davis, she has started takin;2 Wednesdays 9 a.m. ■ 1 p.m. American Chiropractic Life Center piano lessons again. 301 S. Michigan, Suite 3, Hastings “1 took lessons when 1 was young, but now 1 really warlt Thursdays 9 a.m. • 1 p.m. to do it,” she smiled. H & R Block, 132 N Main, Wayland _____ ________________________________________ "Back then, I just wanted l o p N8D Bonks/Member FDIC Copyright 1994 give them up. It’s amazin how 1 have changed. ” FOR CREDIT CARDS, mu JOE. The right bank can make a difference* �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I October 25, 1994 / Page 7 Event-goers didn't have to go hungry since they could buy hot dogs, popcorn, and a drink at a bargain price of just $1.50. That included on entry into the raffle drawing for prizes like those shown in the front of this photo. "Smoky the Bear" talks to some of the children. He certainly wouldn't miss a celebration like this that emphasizes fire prevention. Freeport celebrates Fire Prevention Week "Captain Canteen” made a colorful addition to the festivities with the bright red costume. The captain really caught the children's eyes. The Freeport Volunteer Fire department wanted to be sure that all of Freeport was filled in about Fire Prevention Week. Several events were planned for Satur­ day, Oct. 15 including a parade with fire and emergency vehicles from several surrounding departments and even a float. a Caledonia Child Care Center EXCHANGE STUDENTS, continued from Page 6 Because We Care... with Grand Rapids Communi­ goals for the CHS varsity soc­ ty College and then moving on cer team, and, like Robson, to a university, where he wants to play on the tennis hopes he can continue to play team this spring. He also loves to ski, and he soccer. “My dream is to play soc­ likes rock music. He has a younger brother cer at Notre Dame,” he said. This year, Ivan is scoring and sister, and both his • • • • • • • If a young driver in the family has your rates soaring, call us for help. [Poyment Hons Avolobte^ /instate Excellent Rates and Service parents work in television production. s Ivan’s American parents are Tom and Chris Hurst. All five students said that their year in the U.S. would count strictly as good ex­ perience on their school records back home. They get no scholastic credit for their work here. However, they said they are looking forward to learning more about the U.S., to con­ tinued participation in school activities and to the oppor­ tunities to travel in this country. Caledonia High School, for its part, is happy to have them, said CHS Principal Tonya Porter. “They are a delightful group of students and we’re glad they 're here.” she said. “Our exchange students always bring so much to our school.” *Auto ‘Home ‘Life ‘Commercial EARL M. STEGMAN Exclusive Agent 9809 Cherry Valley Rd.. 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It you pay r advance, you save 50* b*ng charge. Ctoadtoe is Ftxtoy at 4.-00 pj* Kim Post Owner Heidi Fehribach Assistant Director �Page 8 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I October 25, 1994 Caledonia Sun Spa operating under new ownership by Barbara Gall Staff Writer The Caledonia Sun Spa, better known in the area as "The Firm” has reopened under new ownership. Roxane Cox of Caledonia, a former employee at the business, has purchased the 3,000-square-foo< facility and is busy redecorating the interior. She said the spa will con­ tinue to offer both tanning and toning services, the fitness center and aerobics classes. However, she has replaced all the bulbs in the tanning units and is offering stand-up tanning units as well as the usual tanning beds. The tann­ ing rooms are being repainted and papered along with the rest of the spa. Full and partial body wraps, the “toning tables" and some additional fitness equipment also are part of the new look at the spa. As part of her redecorating, she has carpeted the aerobics class area and added fulllength wall mirrors. Clients interested in some fitness expertise can set up ap­ pointments with experienced fitness instructors, both male and female, she said. Some things haven’t chang­ ed, however. Along with Cox and assistant manager Jodi Rogers, aerobics instructor Mary Johnson will continue at the spa. Cox and Rogers have work­ ed three and 2Yi years in the business, respectively. Cox and her staff now are celebrating their grand open­ ing. which will continue until Nov. 12. During that time, the business will offer door prizes and reduced rates on al) ser­ vices and tanning lotions. The Caledonia Sun Spa will be open seven days a week from September through June. In June. July and August, it will be closed Sundays. Hours are from 9 a m. to 9 pm Mondays through Thursdays and from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Fridays. On Saturdays, hours are from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and on Sundays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. "During the winter months, we also plan to extend our evening hours, but we haven’t decided the exact closing times yet," Cox added. Sun Spa clients should note that the business now has a new phone number, 891-9430. Potential new clients will find the Sun Spa between the D & W food store and the Rite Aid Drug Store in the Caledonia Village Centre. “We’ve been working hard to redecorate and improve our facilities," Cox said. "We hope both our regular clients and those interested in our services will stop in to visit and take advantage of our specials during our grand opening.” PET announces ‘coffee’ meetings The first P E T. coffee with Dr. Cheryl Allen was a success. The P.E.T. announces the schedule for the rest of the year to all parents and com­ munity members. These in­ formal coffees are at Page Elementary library at 7 p.m. on the dates below, and as always is free to the public. Nov. 17 — Wilhemina Wright will discuss and answer questions about ADHD/ADD. Dec. 6 — Principal Bill Rich will share some books that would be perfect for Christmas gifts. This coffee only will be at McFall's library, 7 pm. Jan. 24. 1995 - Judy Freeman’s theme will be ‘Parenting Toward Achievement.' Feb. 16 — Principals David Bukala and Sharon Kalee, as well as Curriculum Director Cheryl Allen, will be challenging parents with ‘Mega Skills' to help in parenting. March 16 — Nanette Clat­ terbuck will discuss and answer questions about learn­ ing disabled children. April 25 — Jacque Melin, from Rockford Schools, will discuss and answer questions about Gifted and Talented. May 4 — “Mega Skills" continued. D Caledonia Sun Spa Caledonia Sun Spa Assistant Manager Jodi Rogers checks in client Ed Rupersburg after telling him about the Grand Opening specials being offered at the business, which is now under new management. School Lunch Menus Thornapple Kellogg School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Oct. 26 Foot long hot dog on a bun, condiments, oven fries. M.S. Salad Bar. Thursday, Oct. 27 Meat and cheese subs/lettuce, veggie sticks, fresh fruit, cookie. Friday, Oct. 28 McFall and West, PB&J Sandwich, cheese stick, cole slaw/fresh fruit. H.S. & Mid­ dle, Pizza, cole slaw, pineapple. Monday, Oct. 31 Cornstack, chili/lettuce, cheese on chips, soft pretzel, fruit sherbet. H.S. Salad Bar. NOTE: Whole or lowfat milk offered each day. Alt. menu at April Scharphom named Rotary Club Student of the Month locally “The Firm” Fitness Specie's UNDER NEW OWNERSHIP Woiv Open 1 Days New TANNING SPECIALS TONING or FITNESS 15 Visits 20 Visits..................... 1 Month Unlimited . . SPECIALS Limit 1 package per customer Gift Certificates (Grand Opening Specials thru Nov. 12) Wednesday, Oct. 26 Nachos, peas or french fries, fruit choice, milk. Thursday, Oct. 27 BBQ w/bun, green beans or french fries, fruit choice, milk. Friday, Oct. 28 Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes, w/gravy or french fries, fruit choice, milk. Monday, Oct. 31 Chicken patty w/bun, green beans or fr. fries, fruit choice, milk. Wednesday. Oct. 26 Chicken Fajitas, food bar. milk Thursday, Oct. 27 Lasagna, bread sticks, ftxjd bar. roll. milk. Friday. Oct. 28 Soup/grilled cheese, fixxl bar. milk. Birthday treat. Monday, Oct. 31 Chicken patty, w/bun. food bar. milk. Elementary Breakfast Wednesday, Oct. 26 Sour cream doughnut, juice or fruit, milk. Thursday, Oct. 27 Oatmeal, fruit or juice, milk. Friday, Oct. 28 Pop tart, string cheese, juice or fruit, milk. Monday, Oct. 31 Assorted cereal, toast, juice or fruit, milk. Westdale Better Homes & Gardens Presents... 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Thornapple Kellogg Breakfast Menu Caledonia Community Schools High/Middle Meal Deal Menu sP^ciais A Week Door Prizes El. Monday, hot dog; Tues­ day. turkey on bun; Wednes­ day. salad bar; Thursday, hamburger; Friday, fishwich. Variety of sandwiches and salads at High School and Middle. 1 month, unlimited . . . S1995 Full body wrap......... S 0/295 O AEROBICS CLASSES @ s36°° s48°° 24 @ s54°° 12 18 @ S100 Off Any Tanning Lotion Under s20 $2°o Qff Any Tanning Lotion Over s20 OPEN SUNDAY Oct. 30 April Scharphom, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. David Sharphorn of Middleville, was chosen as the “Rotary Student of the Month” for September at Thomapple Kellogg High School. Some accomplishments where her positive attitude and strong leadership abilities have been exhibited include academic achievement, cheerleading. Rotary Life Leadership Camp, student of the month, treasurer of the senior class. National Young Leaders’ Conference in Washington, D.C., and in­ structor of gymnastics. Scharphom plans to pursue a degree in secondare educa­ tion at Calvin College. 2 PM to 4 PM 520 Vedder Road Stunning home tucked away in a private wooded setting along the banks of the Coldwater River. Beautifully landscaped and maintained with tower­ ing shade trees. Features. Large Foyer, Living Room with cathedral ceiling, Formal Dining Room, Deluxe Oak Kitchen, Large Family Room, Master Bedroom Suite, Library, Main Floor Utility Room, Two additional large bedrooms on upper level, 21/z stall garage. Directions M-50/Alden Nash S. to 92nd, E. to Hastings Rd., S. to Street, W. to home. For additional information call Len Westdale/Westdaie Better Homes and Gardens at (616) 949-9400 Westdale �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I October 25, 1994 TK Bulletin Board Calendar of Events Oct. 24-28 - Red Ribbon Week. McGruff visits West. Oct. 26-27 — M.S. conferences. 5-8 p.m. Oct. 27 — Half day of school, dismiss at 12:00. Oct'. 28 — T-Th Kindergarten Halloween parties Half day of school. Last home football game and it’s band night for the M.S. and H.S. bands! Oct. 29 — Coat Exchange! At Page from 9 a m. to noon If you have a good, usable coat that your child has out grown, come and exchange it for another. These can also be dropped off at each elementary prior to the 29th. This P.E.T. sponsored event is free to the public. Any unclaimed coats will be given to LOVE, Inc Oct. 30 — Daylight savings time ends — ‘fall back’ one hour. Oct. 31 — Halloween parade and parties at elementaries. The parade will begin at 1:30 and go to Stadium Drive, then to Greenwood St., to Bender then North to Main St. Nov. 1 — All orders for sweatshirts and caps for the library fundraiser in by today (see below). Nov. 2 — Donut day at the M.S.. 50 cents each. The P.E.P. was overwhelmed with October response for this. So this time, they’ll be ready! •** Please check the lost and found at the schools during con­ ferences. The piles are growing. Are you missing something?*** ***** Looking Ahead Nov. 7-8 — Vision retesting for 2nd grade. Nov. 8-9 — High School parent/teacher conferences from 5-8 p.m. Nov. 9 — Wildlife Encounters comes to Page for 4th and 5th grade. (This is a P.E.T. funded activity). Nov. 14 — Drug awareness for the 10th graders. Nov. 15 — Inservice. No school district-wide. Nov. 17 — P.E.T. Coffee with Wilhemina Wright discussing ADHD/ADD at the Page Library at 7 p.m. Nov. 22 — P.E.T. meeting, 7 p.m. at the Page Library. ***** Teachable Moments... Page — Mrs. Erb’s 1st graders are busy with autumn ac­ tivities: learning about apples, trees and insects. We are graphing, counting and measuring as well as reading, writing and patterning. We are making many art projects to go along with our discoveries — these fill our brain. We will be making applesauce to fill our tummies! Mrs. Meyer’s room has been enjoying the June B. Jones books by Barbara Park. They even CHS Marching band plans concert Appearing in concert Thursday. Oct. 27, will be the newly uniformed Caledonia High School Marching Scots. Their second annual Indoor Marching Band Concert will start at 7:30 p.m. and will be held in the high school. Eeatured in the program will be music of the Beetles as well as percussion solo features, a novelty dance number, energetic musical cheers and riveting cadence music. The marching band will be piped into the building by bag piper Dan Smith of Caledonia Marching Caledonia “C’s” will be presented to band members who have met the re­ quirements for earning the let­ ter. Drum majors Bridget Casey and Kate Lappin will lead the production. Band sec­ tion leaders will offer insights into the accomplishments of their section. There is no cost for admission and everyone is welcome. 55 Or Older? We’ve Reduced The Cost Of Homeowners Insurance 3O°/o! Here's why1 Ou staHstxrs shew, that hnmerAMiers 55 and older have fewer and less costly losses than other age groups So :t s only lair to chvge less tor you homeowners nsuance wrote to the author. ‘Alligators’ is the theme right now and we are reading facts about alligators as well as enjoying a fictional book. “The Lady With The Alligator Purse.” We have a real alligator head on our science table to learn more about them. West — Mrs. Thaler’s class is sorting and counting Camp­ bell’s Soup Labels. So far the count is 1729. They are reading “Millions of Cats” by Wanda Gag and doing a writing activity to go with it. Page — Mrs. Chausow’s and Mrs. Wachtor’s 4th grade classroom is starting a unit on the Solar System. We’ll be mak­ ing our own sundials to learn about using the sun and shadows to tell time. Community Info: Each elementary school, as well as the Middle School, will be offering sweatshirts and baseball-type caps as a fundraiser to benefit their libraries. These sweatshirts are either Lee or Hanes brand. Additionally. 10% of the profits will go to the community' library. They will offer the individual school logo or a Thomapple Kellogg logo (different than those available before). If you visit any of the schools you will see each on display. Sweatshirts are $13 each and color­ coordinating caps will be $6. Orders must be in by Nov. 1, delivery by Dec. 1. (In time for Christmas). These must be pre-paid when you order. If you haven’t received your “Sweatin' for the Library" order form, contact the school for one. Quote of the Week — Politicians are people who when they see light at the end of the tunnel, go out and buy more tunnel. PRICES EFFECTIVE OCTOBER 24 THRU 30, 1994 UD PHARMACY PCAtN- REBATE SALE PRICE QQC MFG — MAIL IN ■ REBATE SUAVE m&m SNICKERS, M&M's, MILKY WAY, 3 MUSKETEERS Available Oct. 25th AND THE SEVEN DWARFS VIDEO ■ 8.75 oz. 1 = 49* baQ / I JI 39 SNOW WHITE j O The Walt Disney Company SHAMPOO OR CONDITIONER - 22.5 oz. 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CANS ■ A Beverage Items Plus Applicable Taxes and Deposits BEVERAGE PRKXS ARE FOR MOM REFRnERATEO PRODUCTS OMr For the Rite Aid Pharmacy near you... call 1-800-4-DRUGSTORES �Page 10 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I October 25, 1994 Senior citizens enjoy annual Octogenarian luncheon by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The annual Octogenarian luncheon held at the Mid­ dleville United Methodist Church was attended by about 50 area residents. This event, which was held last Tuesday, has become a tradition for the United Methodist Women’s group at the church. The annual luncheon that was started by the late Edith Stokoe has been put on for more than 35 years. “We just feel like the peo­ ple who have lived for a long time, especially those who are over 80, should be honored,” said Oretta Warner who helped organize the event. “They should be honored all of the time. But, this is how we can honor them at least on one day ". Octogenarians from all over the Middleville area have been invited to attend as guests of honor. “We know that we haven’t been able to personally invite everyone because we don't know everybody.” Warner said. So. the group also puts a notice in the newspaper to in­ vite people as well. All senior citizens are in­ vited. whether they have reached their 80th birthday or not. Each of the luncheons also has entertainment. Several local people were invited to share their talents with the group. Mike Bremer and Jerri Ono of the Village Players did their version of that old favorite radio skit. ‘‘Who’s on first...” Several Thomapple Kellogg High School students, along with one from Caledonia, also entertained. The younger group of honorees who were between 80 and 83 included (front, from left) Richard Perrault, Mary Hayward, Lib Palmer, Mae McKeown, Cleo De­ Wind, Esther Burd, and John Misak; and (back, from left) Paul Gibson, Ward Bender, Marshall Tripp, Russell Bender, Martha Ainsworth, Margaret Kirby, DeEtte Baker, and Farnces Streeter. Anyone who reached the age of 80 was honored at the luncheon. Everyone in this group had already reached their 84th birthday including (front, from left) Laneta Wilkes, Minnie Perrault, Mildred Maclver, Helen Hooper, Verne Hooper, Gladys Smith, and Lillian Richards; and (back, from left) Mark Squier, Thelma Carl, Lois Bender, Walter Bender, Ben Nagel, Clark Springer, and Mildred Wiley. SWEEP THEM OUT! I •Some are already gone! Barry County voters have already ■ defeated, in the primary, four of the current County Commissioners. If you look at the record of the present ■ Commissioners and the quality of the new candidates, you t will see that still more incumbents need to be defeated. 1 f YANKEE SPRINGS and ORANGEVILLE TOWNSHIP f J voters, elect CAL LAMOREAUX as your new county commissioner. Look at his unique qualifications: • Long time resident. He has lived here for over 28 years and been a Michigan resident all his life. • Long time active. He has worked hard, as a citizen, for open government that represents the citizen’s ideas and for the citizens’ right to know. •More jobs, less welfare. He has worked for more local jobs so more local people can get off welfare. •Better health. He has worked on many projects to promote safer roads, better health, physical education, and recreation. •Better communication. As a systems engineer, he is also concerned with government systems, or lack of system. He is constantly working on improving communication between the various governments that are supposed to represent us and also with the adjoining governments. Help expand the new and younger “broom” in Barry County. Vote for CAL LAMOREAUX for Commissioner on November 8... be sure to VOTE! Paid for by Calvin Lamoreaux for Commissioner 12860 Seniors Julie Shear sang, Jennifer Wieringa played a piccolo solo, and Melanie Johnston performed a piano solo. Junior Megan Oliver and Caledonia sophomore Katie Rienstra did a lyrical dance number. The luncheon was wrapped up with having pictures taken and all of the octogenarians were given a plant. “Everyone really seems to enjoy this,” said Warner. “That is why we continue to have the luncheon every year. “Our reward comes from just be able to honor our senior citizens.” Megan Oliver (front), a Thornapple Kellogg High School junior, and Katie Rienstra, a Caledonia High School sopohomore, performed a lyrical dance number for the Octogenarian luncheon. Classic Carpet Care Reasonable • Prompt • Professional (Free Estimates) Happy 60 Club to meet locally Nov. 7 The Caledonia Happy 60s Club will hold its November potluck at noon on Monday. Nov. 7, at the Caledonia Community Education Building. Everyone is welcome, with all attending asked to bring their own table service, a dish to share and a $1 gift for bingo. The group also will plan its 30th anniversary celebration, which will be held Dec. 5. Anyone with questions should call 698-6335. 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There were family projects which turned pumpkins into, mailboxes, planters and snowmen. One pumpkin reappeared as a calico cat, another as a helicopter. Pumpkin versions of Rag­ gedy Ann and Andy sat side by side, along with the Lion King and Frankenstein. Some were lovely, some were funny, some were elaborate and some were just gtxxi and scary. The PTO-sponsored Oc­ toberfest also offered hayrides under a clear evening sky, and visitors then could enjoy good harvest refreshments of cider, doughnuts, dumplings and cheesecake in the cafeteria. No pumpkin pie, however. Grand prize winner Zach Hall looks over a few of the other creative and color­ ful entries submitted in the Kettle Lake Great Pumpkin contest held Oct. 14. Most of the entries were family projects. Kettle Lake third-grader Zach Hall won the grand prize in the school's Great Pumpkin contest. With a lit­ tle help from his family, he created a Jurassic Park diorama complete with sound track and dinosaurs created by painting gourds. Parent-teacher groups recycling winter coats The Teachers' Choice award went to this entry, en­ titled 'Six-Point Buck.' Note this unusual deer displays both a rack and the spots of a fawn! TOWING & -ff’’ i RECOVERY (616)795-2200 “ F 24 Hour Emergency Dispatch Most major motor clubs accepted. Unlock • Jump Start • Motorcycle • Flatbed • 4 Wheel Drive • Emergency Tire Repair ■M 507 Arlington (M-37) Middleville, Ml 49333 We re Pulling For You" W* Dykstra’s Preferred Poured Walls, Inc. JPTgjU • Poured basement walls • Fl at work * Farm work - ROB DYKSTRA, Owner 10696 Finkbeiner Rd., Middleville "Snr 795“7 674 ■ The Thomapple Kellogg Parents and Elementary Teacher groups once again are sponsoring an annual coat swap. Donations of winter outer wear including coats, hats, boots, mittens, etc. will be ac­ cepted at any of the three Mid­ dleville elementary schools through Saturday, Oct. 29. All sizes are needed (from infant to adult) for the swap. Anyone who needs a coat or other items is invited to come to Page Elementary Saturday, Oct. 29, between 9 a.m. and noon. Organizers stress that dona­ tions are not required to receive a coat and, recipients do not have to be improvished either. The only requirement is that whoever gets a coat has to need one. “This is an opportunity to stretch the family clothing budget and help the environ­ ment by recycling,” one member of the group said. “This gets better and better every year.” commented Ket­ tle Lake Principal Jeff Worman as he snapped pictures of kids and parents and pumpkins. Surveying the creative assortment of decorated pum­ pkins on display, he added. "I don’t know how they do it. but our kids and their families get more and more inventive. “Every year, I think I've seen the best anyone can do with pumpkins, but the next year, the entries are even better. “It’s just another example of what families and kids can accomplish together.” Wearing a garland of fall foliage and pine cones, this first-place winner in the Great Pumpkin contest is about as lovely as a pumpkin is going to get. Brand New Dutch Housing has just arrived! 16x80 2 bedroom, 2 bath, vinyl insulated windows, Scotchgard treated plush carpet, deluxe appliance package, oak cabinets and more! 0.1/3 1,990 AA meeting set A.A. open discussion meeting at Alaska Township Hall. 7248 68th Street, every Friday night at 7:30 p.m. Any questions call Jim or Diane. 698-6123. (TFN) Phone 795-3345 for Sun & News ACTION ADS! Beautiful Home for Retirement! Call Sandra Now at... TRUE VALUE HOMES *70 A A / “3* / 7 V V In Cider Mill Village A Community of Carefree Manufactured Homes Private Property Land Home Financing Available 812 RIVER BEND LANE - MIDDLEVILLE CIDER MILL VILLAGE is open weekdays except Wednesday �Page 12 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / October 25, 1994 Caledonia Community Schools present employee service awards by Barbara Gall Staff Writer At its October 17 meeting, the Cajedonia Board of Education honored employees who have served the district for 10, 15, 20, 25 and 30 years. Noting the loyalty and com­ mittment of these staff members, Caledonia Superintendent of Schools Doug Busman thanked them for their effort on behalf of the board, the students and the community. “The Caledonia Board of Education is very proud of its employees.” he said. “The safe transportation of our children, the cleanliness of our buildings, the quality of our meals, and the quality of our children's learning all are the result of the committment and caring of these people Dan White of the Caledonia Knights of Columbus presented a contribution to the Caledonia Schools special education program at the October school board meeting. Accepting the check is Carol Uhlman, Caledonia's special education director. ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★ On November 8th PLEASE VOTE Receiving a plaque and pin for 10 years of service to the Caledonia Community Schools are (from the left) Andrew Mann, Luann Lewis, Pam Barron, Jim Reid, Dave Orszula, Ron Pyper, Tonya Porter, Jeff Worman, Mary Pyper, Patti Hollstein and Martha Chalmers. Also receiving this award, but not pictured are Sharon Bailey, Gloria Crumback, Carol Gess and Carol Harvey who ‘are’ Caledonia Com­ munity Schools.” In another presentation. Grand Knight Dan White of the Caledonia Knights of Col­ umbus offered a contribution L - Loyal 0 - Open F - Fair T - Truthful U - Unique S - Sincere ...for your Next County Commissioner Paid for by the Committee to Elect Loftus for County Commissioner ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★ For their 15 years with the Caledonia Schools, these employees received a gift of a travel folder and a pin. From the left are Lee Brown, Leta Bailard, Dana Maynard and Lynn Ferris. Not pictured is Rick Mead. Shirley Neitzel was honored for her 25 years of employment with the Caledonia schools. Not pictured are 25-year employees Dan Dabakey, Barb Overkamp and Pat Packer. All received a Cross pen and pencil set. Do-It-Yourself with our rental equipment and SA VE BIG $$$ MONEY! 4WD Tractor w/Loader.. 3PT Hitch Rototiller............... Landscape Rake .. Rear Blade 5130°?. $75°® $ 35° R $ 35°JR Gill Pulverizer............... Bobcat Skidsteer Loader. Trencher ....... Mini Excavator (8 foot) s130°.° MOO0.0 s 15500 YARD CLEAN-UP • Leaf Blowers • Leaf Vacs • Chippers Rent Any Tool for the Job... A pen and pencil desk set was presented from the board to these 20-year employees of the Caledonia Schools: Al Steeby (left), Roger Mulder, Barb VandenToorn, Nella Warner and Steve VanderLaan. Not pictured are Lois Higley, Chuck Lothschutz and Mike Pintek. from the Knights to the needs of the district’s special educa­ tion students. Carol Uhlman. Caledonia Community Schools Director of Special Education, ac­ cepted the check on behalf of her department. • Cement • Carpet • Tile • Woodworking • Emergency Power • Generators Remodeling • Construction • Scaffolding Caledonia Rent All 9818 Cherry Valley Ave . (M-37) Caledonia • 616-891-0050 Open Monoay-Saturday Sam to 5 30 p m Mwyk 13O00 Marv VanKuiken (left) and Larry Timmer were presented with gold clocks as a token of thanks for 30 years of service with the Caledonia Schools. A �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I October 25, 1994 I Page 13 Sun-Da-Go Estates meets all zoning requirements Caledonia Twp. Plan Commission recommends plan by Barbara Gall Staff Writer An 18-bome development at 8321 108th Street moved a step closer to reality with a Caledonia Planning Commis­ sion recommendation for site plan approval. The recommendation pass­ ed 4-0, with Commissioner Jim Newhof abstaining because of a conflict of interest. Under a new township or­ dinance, a site-condominium development that meets all present zoning requirements no longer needs to go through the public hearing process, explained Township Planner Mark VanderPloeg. Sun-Da-Go, which is a 49-acre site-condo project to be constructed on the north side of 108th Street and the west side of the Thomapple River, meets all the present agricultural zoning district re­ quirements. It therefore needs only site plan approval from the Planning Commission and then the Township Board. VanderPloeg said. The 18 lots are all at least two acres in size, with flood plain areas on the site plan noted as undevelopable. All other aspects of the development, such as private road, setbacks, drainage and recreation areas, must comply with township ordinance. Each lot will be served by in­ dividual well and septic systems. Another 22 acres to the west of the project will remain Scot kickers win 0-K Rainbow with three wins The Caledonia varsity soc­ cer learn wrapped up the OK Rainbow Conference cham­ pionship with wins over East Grand Rapids, 4-1, South Christian 1-0 and Wayland 20, last week. The wins gave the Fighting Scots a 10-2-2 record in the league and a 14-2-2 record overall. Of the championship. Coach Brian Broekhuizen said it was "terrific. It proved what I thought in pre-season that we were a good team and deserved to win it. TK was there to the end and they played good soccer this year too.” In the win over East Grand Rapids, last Monday, Broekhuizen said the team strong together and the win was a 'team effort." Sid Ncwhoff scored the first goal of the game off an assist from Mark Boncher and Paul Minder scored with the assist coming from Ivan Prado. In the second half, Eric Rogers had a goal and Prado scored off an Adam Sobczak feed. Broekhuizen said the play of sweeper Jared Galley and stopper Mike Pries was strong in the win. In the shut out of South Christian, keepers Scott Be­ langer and Mike VanSprague combined for the shut out. Prado scored the Scots lone goal. The coach said Jeff Foster did a great job in stealing the ball from the very talented Sailor team and was able to dribble the ball near enough to the goal to send a pass to Prado, from which he scored. "It was a gritty, ball-win­ ning soccer game," Broekhuizen said. That win gave the Scots at least a share of the champi­ onship title. It was the 2-0 shut out of Wayland which did the trick. Prado scored on a break­ away and Minder scored off an assist by Boncher. Broekhuizen said Oatley and Boncher did a great job on the wings, Tim Baker was superior at sweeper and Chad Dykgraaf and Keith Smith on the comers did a very good job at the comers. The coach said the differ­ ence in the game was the 183 advantage the Scots had with shots on goal. The team began district play at Lakewood last night. undeveloped at this time, said property owners John and Linda Engman. According to the site plan. Sun-Da-Go also will retain as much of the natural landscape as possible, miminizing tree and soil removal. Once approved by the Township Board, the project must be under way within a year, unless the developer en­ counters unforeseen dif­ ficulties. In that case, the township may, at its discre­ tion. grant an extension. The Caledonia Township Board will discuss the site plan at its November meeting. In other action, the Plann­ ing Commission set a public Chocolate for your Kids' Feet TK harriers finish O-K Blue season The Middleville cross country teams finished the regular season with the girls ending with a 5-1 OK Blue record and the boys finishing with a 1-5 record. In the final dual meet, the girls won 23-31 over Hamil­ ton while the boys fell 33-22. The top girls runner was Jesse Davis, who finished second overall at 21:22, which was 28 seconds below her previous best time at Brewer Park. Finishing third was Sarah Matson at 22:02, Wendy Wisniewski was fourth at 22:13, Stephanie Potter was hearing for its Nov. 7 meeting to take public comment on an amendment to the zoning ordinance. The addition to the or­ dinance would require a 3:1 depth-of-lot-to-width ratio for residential parcels. The com­ mission hopes with this ratio to eliminate long narrow ‘bowling alley” lots in the township. The ordinance may be reviewed in its entirety at the Caledonia Township office. 250 Maple St. The commission also will review Cherry Valley Development’s application for renewal of its planned mineral removal (PMR) permit. TURBO II fifth with a personal best time of 22:21 and Lindsay Bremer was ninth at 23:38 for a personal-best time. The top boys runner was Steve Dood, who was second overall with a time of 18:18. Matt Eaton finished fourth with a personal best showing at 18:30, Justin Blake was eighth at 19:58, Andy Dragt was ninth with a personal best of 20:09 and Dendel Craven finished 10th at 20:15. Also running for the Tro­ jans was Mike VanderSloot who finished with a personal best of 23:52. Completely waterproof molded boot Three color injection molded bottom Removable 6mm foam liner Drawstnng top for snug fit Slip resistant outsole design Made in US A. Youngster s sues al $1895 □LaCrosse A S T I I’ A H F A P Caledonia Farmers Elevator 136 E. Main Street • Caledonia 891-8108 • Open 6 Davs a Week TERRY GEIGER Republican for State Representative A COMMITMENT TO LOCAL GOVERNMENT Terry Geiger is endorsed by township leaders we trust: Cheryl Allen Bob Bennett Don Boyson Jerry Bradley Duane Bump Sue Butler Bob Dunton Barbara Earl Peggy France Maxine Gasper Bernie Goodemoot Lloyd Goyings Arthur Hedges Donna Kenyon Don Langham Allen MacDonald Doug Mackenzie Keith Marlow Bob Page Fred Lewis Rex Schad Donald Simpson Wendell Strickland Wilma Strickland Kenneth Struin Brian Thompson Harvey Vander Bee John S. Woods Bill Wooer Pat Patrick Sharon Rohrbacher EXPERIENCE AND DEDICATION • Woodland Township Trustee • Member, Lakewood Wastewater Authority Vote November 8th f MIDDLEVILLA LANES 891-1287 or 795-3640 Come out and OPEN BOWL on Saturday, October 29th from 2:30 p.m .to 11:30 p.m. - OPEN BOWLING ALL EVENING - EVERY SUNDAY From 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. . 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Mi 48897-0088 891-1287 Of 795*3640 On M-37 North of Middleville • Open 7 days a week �Page 14 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I October 25. 1994 TK netters 4th in regionals The Middleville varsity tennis team finished fourth out of 14 schools,- just miss­ ing qualifying for state com­ petition by one win. East"Grand Rapids won the regionals and is ranked num­ ber one in the state. Wyoming Park was second and is ranked second in the state in Class B. Erin Wolverton, at No. 1 singles, was the number one seeded player at first singles and received a first-round bye. In the second round she defeated a Godwin player 60, 6-1, then defeated the number four seeded player 61,6-0. In the finals she faced the girl from East Grand Rapids who defeated her last year in the final round. Wolverton dropped the first game 6-1, before rally­ ing to take the next two 7-5, 6-2 to take the title. Coach Larry Seger said Wolverton was having prob­ lems with her low first serve percentage in the first game, but was able to improve it and her forehand to get back into the match. She took part in the state competition, Saturday. (See accompanying story) In the regional meet. No. 2 singles Traci Campbell de­ feated her opponent from Kenowa Hills 6-1, 6-0 and the number four seeded player from South Christian 6-4, 6-2 before falling. Middleville’s No. 3 singles player. Jenny Manage, lost her first round match to the number three seeded player from West Catholic 6-2, 6-0. At No. 4 singles, Kiley Thaler defeated Byron Cen­ ter, the OK Blue champions in the first round 6-4, 7-6 (72) before losing to Northview 6-2, 7-6 (7-5). Sarah Wright and Corey Hutchins defeated Rogers 60, 6-0 and fewest Hills North­ ern 4-6, 6-0, 6-3 before los- TK gridders bombed by 0-K Blue champs Hamilton Middleville varsity football coach Skip Pranger is scratching his head after the 63-14 loss to Hamilton, Fri­ day night. "We had a hard time slow­ ing their air attack and when we moved the ball, we'd make some mistakes and turn the ball over," he said. Andy Brewer carried the ball 70 yards few one of the Trojans’ score and Dwight Wade passed to Ryan Winchell few the other. Hamilton remains unde­ feated in the OK Blue. Middleville will play its fi­ nal game of the season, Fri­ day, hosting Wayland. Wayland defeated Caledonia last week 24-22. ing in the semi finals to num­ ber two seeded Wyoming Park 6-1. 6-4. Kelly Williams and Court­ ney DeHaan at No. 2 doubles defeated the fourth seeded team from FHN 2-6, 6-3, 7-5 and Catholic Central 6-2, 7-4 before losing in the semi fi­ nals to the number two seeded team from South Christian 3-6, 6-3, 6-1. At No. 3 doubles, Darcy Mugridge and Adelaide Devine defeated Lowell in the first round 6-0, 6-0 but lost to the number two seeded team from South Christian in the second round. Seger said he was real proud of the way the doubles teams played. He said Hutchins and Wright were very aggressive at the net and the teams were patient in set­ ting up for the return shots. Wolverton runner up in state tennis tourney Erin Wolverton, Mid­ dleville's No. 1 singles player finished second in the state tennis tournament, Saturday. There were 22 teams repre­ sented in the state competi­ tion and six individual No. 1 singles players. Wolverton was seeded number two in the competi­ tion and received a firstround bye. In the second round she de­ feated Flint Powers' No. 1 singles player 6-0, 6-4 and in MAKE HAY WHILE... (our early-order specials are at their best) NOW THROUGH NOVEMBER 1994, YOU PICK THE NEW JOHN DEERE MOCO, BALER, OR WINDROWER... THEN PICK YOUR DISCOUNT. (Discounts vary by product. Financing subject Io John Deere Credit approval.) 45% or 5.5%* low variable-rate financing —— PLUS discounts of up to 75% OR Interest-free financing until spring 1995 PLUS discounts of up to 10% OR Discounts up to 13% with regular-rate financing Fillmore Equipment, Inc. Thornapple Valley Equipment, Inc. 1690 S. Bedford Road Hastings, Ml 49058 Members of the 1994 Middleville girls tennis team are (first row from left): Manager Brian Seger, Sara Wright, Karrie Kollar, Julie Palazzolo and Jenny Mariage. Second row: Coach Larry Seger, Kelly Williams. Courtney DeHaan, Kori Hutchins, Traci Campbell, Erin Wolverton, Kiley Thaler and Darcy Mugridge Phone: 616-945-9526 the third round she cleaned up over St. Joseph's No. 1 singles 6-0, 6-1. In the semi-finals she faced the number three seeded player, Karie Schlukebir, from Mattawan. Coach Larry Seger said it was a special match because all of the other matches had completed and Wolverton and Schlukebir were the cen­ ter of attention and people and players lined the knoll beside the courts to watch. Wolverton took the first set 6-2, although Seger said it was much closer because Schlukebir had several ad­ vantages from which Wolverton fought back. In set two, Seger said Wolverton let down some af­ ter the first-set win and al­ lowed Schlukebir to gain the upper hand 4-2. He said Wolverton fought back and to tie the match at 6-6. One of the points was a cross court screamer in which Wolverton had to lurch cross body at the net to land a drop shot across the net. Schlukebir wasn’t giving up and won the tie-breaker 74 to leave the match tied at a set apiece. In the third set Seger said Wolverton played her best tennis of the year and won 61 to send her into the finals against the number one seeded player. I .aura Taylor. "Both hit the ball ex­ tremely well and there were a lot of deuces in the game but Erin lost 6-4, 6-1," Seger said. Wolverton finishes her high school career with 105 wins for the Middleville ten­ nis team, a record. TK soccer squad finishes second in league It was only fitting that, in a season filled with exceptional league soccer, it would come Caledonia finishes fall tennis season The Caledonia girls varsity tennis team finished the regu­ lar season 9-4-1 and fourth in the OK Gold. In the OK Gold conference tournament, No. 1 singles player Kris VanBelkum fin­ ished with a silver medal by defeating Kenowa Hills 6-0, 6- 2 and Forest Hills Northern 7- 5, 6-2. She lost to South Christian 6-1, 6-2 in the fi­ nals. Lisa Ferguson and Joelle Busman, at No. 3 doubles won the consolation round by defeating Forest Hills Northern 6-1, 0-6, 6-1. Ear­ lier they defeated Sparta 6-3, 6-4 and lost to South Chris­ tian 6-2,6-3. Also tying for third was No. 3 singles player Kim Crisman. She defeated Sparta 7- 6, 6-1 before losing to Wayland 6-3,4-6, 7-5. Chrisman and No. 4 singles player Amy Perkins both made it to the semi finals of the regional competition before bowing out. Caledonia finished sixth out of 14 teams. VanBelkum was selected to the All-OK Gold team and Julie Tuinstra was named honorable mention. Coach Judy Ferguson said she thought this past season was supposed to be a "re­ building year, but the girls pulled together and played better than I expected." down to the final game to determine the champion of the OK Rainbow Conference. Four teams entered the final week with a chance to win the title. Middleville led the pack with a 10-3 record and tied on points with Caledonia's 9-2-2 total. Both South Christian and Forest Hills Northern lost their first game of the wek to end their hopes for a trophy with 8-4-1 records. The Trojans started the week with an 8-0 shutout at Kenowa Hills. A balanced scoring attach was powered by two goals each from Jason Clinton, Mike Sanderson, and David Botwinski. Brett Bremer and Chris Niles added the remaining tallies as goalkeeper Steve Converse earned his seventh shutout of the season. On Thursday the Trojans traveled to Forest Hilols Nor them for their final regular season match. A goal from Gary Ketchum late in the match was not quite enough as TK fell short, 2-1, allowing Caledonia the title with their 2-0 victory over Wayland. The Scouts finish the season at 10-2-2 and Mid­ dleville are the runners up with a 10-4 final record and a 13-5 overall record. TK played last night at Wayland (5-13) in the first round of the District Tourna­ ment. (Courtesy of Steve Evans) HELP WANTED FACTORY • WAREHOUSE Assembly, Plastic Injection, Stack Metal Parts, Packaging Line, Hilo Drivers, Ship/Receiving, Tag Clothes, Trim Press and many more openings! LOTS OF JOBS AT GRAND RAPIDS, KENTWOOD, GRANDVILLE, WYOMING, BYRON CENTER AND ADA COMPANIES! Apply 8 am-4 pm weekedays • Bring 2 pieces of I D X —B ■ ■ -IU PEOPLEMARK Americas Contemporary Utorfc force\ 507 36th Street S.E. G^AND Approx 1 Mile East of 131 616/245-6161 £QtMl OPPORTUNITY [UPIOYCR �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I October 25. 1994 I Page 15 Middleville junior varsity takes Rainbow title The Middleville junior varsity soccer team won the OK Rainbow with a season­ ending league record of 10-11. The team's overall record was 16-1-1. The final game of the season was a 3-0 shut out of Forest Hills Northern, Oct. 20 Brian Bergakker scored his 13th goal of the season with an assist from Scott Evans with 31 minutes gone in the game. It was the sole goal in the first half. With 19 minutes gone from the second half, Josh England took a pass from Jason Klinge and drove it passed the Husky's keeper. The third goal was a Tom Piccione pass to Evans, who stuffed it into the net. Coach Marty Wustman said the entire team played extremely well in the game and "Chris Niles played one fantastic game — stopping everything which came his way..." The team finished non­ conference action with a 5-1 tally over Wayland, Oct. 19. Klinge started the scoring then assisted on a Bergakker goal. At the 24-minute mark, Klinge again assisted, this time sending a pass to Piccione, who beat the keeper. Piccione beat the keeper again in the second half after taking a pass from Ben Osborne. Isaac Bainbridge scored on a breakaway to end the scoring for the junior Trojans. The team ends the season repeating as OK Rainbow champs for the second season in a row and a 10-1-1 record. The team's overall record was 16-1-1. TK eagers top Rogers in O K Blue The Middleville varsity girls basketball team defeated Wyoming Rogers, 38-33, Oct. 18, to improve its record to 10-4. Sarah Kaechele was the leading scorer for the Trojans with 11 points in the contest. Tracy Schondelmayer had 10 points and six rebounds. The Lady Trojans were down by a free throw after the first period, 9-8 and came back to be up by a free throw at the break. The team was up by five after three quarters and up by 10 with 56 seconds left in the game. Rogers began hitting the long shot and were closing in when time ran out. Jessica Coe had eight points in the game including four of five from the free throw line. She also dished off three assists. The Lady Trojans will host Byron Center tonight (Oct. 25) and will be on the road the Calvin Christian, Thurs­ day. ORDINANCE NO. 94-7 ORDINANCE ADOPTING BOCA NATIONAL FIRE PREVENTION CODE AN ORDINANCE adopting the BOCA National Fire Prevention Code, establishing the minimum regula­ tions governing the safeguarding of life and property from the hazards of fire and explosion arising from the storage, handling and use of hazardous substances, materials and devices; and from conditions hazardous to life or property in the use or occupancy of buildings or other premises. THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS: Section 1. Adoption of Fire Prevention Code, The BOCA National Fire Prevention Code. Ninth Edition, 1993, as published by the Building Officials and Code Administrators International. Inc., is HEREBY ADOPTED as the Fire Prevention Code of the Charter Township of Caledonia. All of the regulations, provisions, penalties, conditions and terms of said BOCA National Fire Prevention Code are hereby adopted and made a part hereof, as if fully set out in this ordi­ nance. with any additions, deletions and changes set forth in this ordinance. Section 2. Changes and Additions. The BOCA National Fire Prevention Code as adopted by this ordi­ nance is amended so as to insert the name of the Charter Township of Caledonia in Section F-101.1 (page 1, second line) thereof. Section 3, Storage of Explosives, the limited areas referred to in Section F-3003.2 of the BOCA National Fire Prevention Code in which the storage of explosives and blasting agents is prohibited, are hereby established as all lands within the Township of Caledonia, except any lands within the I-2 Heavy Industrial District under the Township of Caledonia Zoning Ordinance; provided, however, that the tem­ porary storage of explosives and blasting agents shall be permitted on any lands within the Township in connection with approved blasting operations, but for no other purposes. Section 4, Penalties, Section 112.3 of the Code is hereby amended to read as follows: F-112.3 Penalty for Violations: Any person who shall violate any of the provisions of this code or fail to comply with any order issued pursuant to any section thereof shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and upon conviction thereof shall be punished by a fine of not to exceed $500 or by imprisonment for not more than 90 days. Each day that a violation continues after due notice has been served shall be deemed a separate offense. Section 5, Other Matters, Ordinance No. 90-1 and all other ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby repealed. The provisions of this ordinance pertaining to fireworks are in addition to all other Township ordinances and State law pertaining to fireworks. This ordinance shall become effec­ tive upon the publication of a summary of its provisions in a local newspaper of general circulation. First Reading: 10-19-94 CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA KENT COUNTY, MICHIGAN CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA KENT COUNTY, MICHIGAN Minutes of a regular meeting of the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia, held at the Village and Township Hall, 250 S. Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, on the 19th day of October, 1994, at 7:00 p.m. Minutes of a regular meeting of the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia, held at the Village and Township Hall, 250 S. Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, on the 19th day of October, 1994, at 7:30 p.m. PRESENT: Members Garbow, R. DeVries, Gould, J. DeVries, Jousma, Snyder ABSENT: Members Dieleman. The following ordinance was offered by Snyder, and supported by J. DeVries. ORDINANCE NO. 94-13Z AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS: (Township Policy on Privately Owned Public Water Supply Systems) Section 1. The Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia is hereby amended by the amendment of Chapter 3 thereof so as to add Section 3.48 as follows: Section 3.48. Compliance with Township Water Supply System Policy. (a) The use and Development of lands, buildings and structures within the Township shall comply in all respects with applicable provisions of the policies of the Township concerning privately owned public water supply systems, as such policies are adopted from time to time in resolutions, ordinances or other official actions of the Township Board. Such use and development of lands, buildings and structures within the Township shall include where applicable compliance with the Michigan Safe Drinking Water Act, Suggested Practice for Water­ works, Design, Construction and Operation, as adopted by the Michigan Department of Public Health, applicable standards of the American Waterworks Association, the Fire Insurance Rating Guidelines of the Insurance Services Office and other regulations, standards and guidelines as set forth in the Township Water Supply System Policy or policies. (b) In addition, the use and development of lands, buildings and struc­ tures within the Township shall comply with the Charter Township of Caledonia standards for public water supply systems, as adopted by Township Board resolutions or other official Township action from time to time. Accordingly, such use and development of lands, buildings and structures shall be carried out in compliance with Township requirements concerning adequacy of water supply for fire protection purposes, required levels of flow of water for fire ex­ tinguishing purposes and design of water supply systems so as to adequately accommodate the expansion of the same, for the ultimate development of service areas covered by such water supply systems. The policy or policies of the Township concerning public water supply systems, whether privately owned or otherwise, and as adopted by the Township Board from time to time, shall be deemed to be included in this ordinance, wherever applicable. Section 2. This ordinance shall become effective upon its publication or upon the publication of a summary of its provisions in a local newspaper of general circulation. Ayes: All Nays: ORDINANCE DECLARED ADOPTED. First Reading. Sept. 21, 1994 Second Reading. Oct. 19, 1994 Effective Date. Patricia Snyder, Clerk Charter Townshiop of Caledonia I hereby certify the foregoing to be a true copy of an ordinance adopted at a regular meeting of the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia held on Oct. 19,1994 Public notice of said meeting was given as provided by law. Patricia Snyder, Clerk Charter Township of Caledonia (315) PRESENT: Members Garbow, R. DeVries, Gould, J. DeVries, Jousma, Snyder. ABSENT: Dieleman. The following ordinance was offered by J. DeVries, and supported by Gould. ORDINANCE NO. 94-14Z AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE TEXT OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA The Charter Township of Caledonia Ordains: (Amendment on PMR Permit Renewals) Section 1. The Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia is hereby amended so as to amend Section 17.13(d) thereof, so that such subsec­ tion shall read in its entirety as follows: Section 17.13 Renewal of PMR Permits. (a) No Change (b) No Change (c) No Change (d) Neither the Planning Commission nor Township Board shall consider an application for renewal unless the applicant submits a Certificate of Compliance signed by the Township Supervisor, which states that the mineral removal operation, as of the date or signing of the Certificate of Compliance, is in compliance with the present PMR permit and all Township ordinances, and that all required mineral removal fees have been paid. Upon request by an applicant for a Certificate of Compliance, the Township shall promptly arrange to have the PMR operation reviewed and inspected. If the Supervisor finds that the operation is in compliance, the Supervisor shall issue a Certificate of Compliance. The Certificate shall also describe any past violations which have been rectified. If the Supervisor finds that the operation is not presently in compliance, the Supervisor shall notify the applicant of the steps necessary to cure such deficiency. The issuance of a Certificate of Compliance does not bind the Plan­ ning Commission or Township Board to recommend approval of or to approve a renewal of the PMR permit. (e) No Change Sec^on 2. Publication and Effective Date. This Ordinance shall become ef­ fective upon its publication or upop the publication of a summary of its provi­ sions in a newspaper of general circulation in the Township. First Reading: Sept. 21, 1994 Second Reading: Oct. 19, 1994 Effective Date: Patricia Snyder, Clerk Charter Township of Caledonia I hereby certify the foregoing to be a true copy of an ordinance adopted at a regular meeting of the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia held on Oct. 19,1994. Public notice of said meeting was given as provided by law. Patricia Snyder, Clerk Charter Township of Caledonia (314) �Page 16 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / October 25. 1994 Fighting Scots edged by Wayland in grid iron action The Caledonia varsity football team was edged 2422 after running into what coach Ralph Shefferly called "just plain bad luck." The Scots jumped on the board first on a six-yard run by Jason Haywood in the first quarter. The Wildcats came back with a score of its own in the first on a four-yard run by Ryan Nuville. Jason Pierce came back to put the Scots on top in the second quarter with a oneyard leap and Brian Rea tossed outside to Justin Heyboer for the conversion. Wildcat Steve Sevignty went in from the one after the break and the conversion failed which left the Scots up 14-12. Pierce recieved key blocks from Matt Neely, Adam Pari berg and Nate Gless as he ran the ball in from 65 yards away on the next drive. But the Widcats weren't ready to die. Sevignty again pushed his way to the end zone to bring the Wildcats within a TD. SPECIAL PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE THORNAPPLE TOWNSHIP ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT RZ-4 Notice Is hereby given that on November 1,1994, at 7:30 p.m., at the Thornapple Township Hall, 200 E. Main St., Middleville, Michigan, the Thornapple Township Planning Commission will hold a special public hearing for the pur­ pose of hearing comments regarding amendments of the Thornapple Township Zoning Ordinance. A petition has been received from Joe Arnold, 333 44th St., Grand Rapids, Ml 49548, to rezone a portion of P.P. No 0814-005-014-00 from AR zone to Commercial. This property is located at the northeast corner of section 5, Thornapple Township, south of 108th St. and west of Highway M-37 Legal description of property: Thornapple; East 50 acres of North 60 Acres of Northeast 1/4 Sec. 5-4-10 Except M-37 Right-of-Way. 49 Acres. The zoning petition and map may be inspected at the Thomapple Township office daily 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Any writ­ ten comments regarding this rezoning may be address­ ed to Mark Sevald, Secretary, Thomapple Township Plan ning Commission, 200 E. Main St., Middleville, Michigan 49333. Mark Sevald, Secretary Thornapple Township Planning Commission NOTICE: Thornapple Twp. will provide reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed material being considered at the election/meeting/hearing upon seven (7) days notice to the Township Clerk. Individuals with disabilities requir­ ing auxiliary aids or services should contact the clerk by writing or calling: Thomapple Township Clerk, 200 E. Main St., Middleville, Ml (310) With five minutes left in the game, the Wildcats blocked a Scots punt and hustled the ball down field for the go ahead score. With a minute left, Neely went in to quarterback, after a Wildcats punt, in an effort to get the ball within field goal range but his three long passes fell incomplete. "It was outstanding foot­ ball," Shefferly said. "We just ran into some bad luck." The Scots are now 2-6 this season and will play at Wyoming Rogers in the final game of the season, Friday night. Scot boys take first in O-K Gold meet With six of his seven run­ ners improving their personal times by anywhere from seven to 68 seconds, Caledo­ nia boys cross country coach John Soderman was pleased with their first-place finish at the OK Gold Cross Country Meet. Thursday. The only runner not post­ ing a quicker time took a fall on the slightly soggy course and Soderman said "that takes a little bit out of a run­ ner." Caledonia finished with a team score of 48, followed by Cedar Springs with 51, Wayland with 85, Sparta with 95, Kenowa Hills with 120, South Christian with 138 and Forest Hills Northern with 151. Ben Thompson was the second runner to cross the tape with a time of 16 min­ utes 36 seconds. He finished 19 seconds behind the top runner from Cedar Springs. Finishing second for the Scots and fifth overall was Dave VandenBerg at 16:59. Rob Lillie was seventh at VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN Notice of Adoption of Village Ordinance and Summary of the Effect Thereof I PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on October 10,1994, the Village Council of the Village of Caledonia adopted an ordinance amending the Village of Caledonia Ordinance Code by the amendment of Section 8.2 thereof in its entirety. The amending ordinance has the following principal provisions: 1. Purpose. The ordinance was adopted in order to promote the preser­ vation and protection of trees on public rights-of-way, in public parks and elsewhere within the Village. 2. Village Tree Board. The ordinance establishes the Village Tree Board, consisting of three persons appointed by the Village Council. The Board prepares and implements plans for the planting, care, preservations, removal and disposition of trees and shrubs within street and alley rights-of-way, in parks and on other public lands in the Village. The ordinance defines street trees and park trees. 3. Planting and Care of Trees. The ordinance lists permitted species of street trees and park trees. It has regulations concerning the spacing and care of trees, the pruning of trees overhanging streets, the removal of dead or diseased trees, the removal of stumps and other matters pertaining to the care of trees. 4 Other Matters. The ordinance provides for the granting of an arborist license by the Village Council, to be issued to persons engaged in the business of pruning, treating or removing street trees or park trees. There are provisions for appeals to the Village Council concerning actions or deci­ sions taken by the Village Tree Board. Penalties for violation of the or­ dinance are provided. 5. Effective Date. The ordinance will become effective October 25,1994. Copies of the ordinance may be inspected or purchased at the offices of the Caledonia Village Clerk, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, during normal business hours. Dated: October 13, 1994 VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA Caledonia quarterback Brian Rea gets off a pass while the offense ties up the line of scrimmage. -309) There'/ Finishing 6-0 in the OK Gold and winning the league meet were the Caledonia boys cross country team. Team members include, from left, in order of finish at the OK Gold meet: Ben Thompson, Dave VandenBerg, Rob Lillie, Todd Striplin, Adam Stauffer, Dave Friedrich and Phil VanLaan. Standing in back‘ is Coach John Soderman. 17:16, a half step in front of a Cedar Springs runner. Todd Striplin finished 12th at 17:35 and Adam Stauffer was 22nd at 18:05 to round out the team scoring. Dave Friedrich finished 26th in the race at 18:16 and Phil VanLaan was 36th at 18:53. The team defeated Wayland 17-38, Oct. 17 in its fi- nal dual meet of the season. Finishing first in the meet was Thompson at 17:05, fol­ lowed by VandenBerg at 17:29, Lillie at 17:35 and Friedrich at 17:43. Finishing seventh overall was Striplin; Jamie Smith was 11th, Stauffer was 12th and Van* laan was 15th overall. The team will run in re­ gional competition Saturday. PHONE 945-9554 for Reminder ACTION-ADS 24-hrs.-7 days SUMMARY OF RATE DECISION TOWNSHIP of YANKEE SPRINGS PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that on October 13, 1994, the Township Board adopted a Resolution/Rate Decision pursuant to the Cable Television Consumer Protection and Competition Act of 1992, rules promulgated thereunder by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), and the Township’s Cable Television Rate Regulation Ordinance. The Resolution/Rate Decision found that C-TEC Cable Systems of Michigan, Inc.’s (“C-TEC”) maximum reasonable basic rate is $.30 per month lower than the present level, and that C-TEC’s present rates for Expanded Basic Service, converters, and installation are reasonable. The Resolu­ tion/Rate Decision finds that C-TEC’s current Premium Customer Choice channels are a bona fide, unregulated ser­ vice offering but shall be treated as regulated at least until September 1, 1997. The Resolution/Rate Decision ordered C-TEC to reduce its monthly basic rate by $.30, and on the first bill that includes the new rate to credit all active subscribers who are receiving basic service on that date with a refund representing a $.30 basic rate reduction retroac­ tive to September 1, 1993. (3in �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / October 25, 1994 I Page 17 Caledonia versity eagers down Cedar Springs, Kenowa Hills All three girls basketball teams defeated Cedar Springs, Oct. 20. The varsity team got 20 points, six rebounds, five steals and five assists from Jodi VanderVelde as the team romped to a 76-54 win. Mindi Smith, coming off the bench scored 13 points and Danielle Gallert and Kristy DeBoer had nine each. The Sweet Ladies con­ trolled the entire game and Sweet Lady Katie Donker (32) battles for the ball with Cedar Springs defenders. Caledonia downed the Red Hawks 76-54 to remain on top of the O-K Gold. PUBLIC NOTICE out scored their opponents in the second half 44-27 for the win. The team is now 8-0 in the OK Gold and 12-2 overall. The junior Sweet Ladies had a slow start in the their game, but then poured on the coal and doubled up Cedar Springs 52-26. Every member of the jayvee team scored with Jen Vining leading the team with 12 points. Allison Schneider had 10. The varsity team defeated Kenowa Hills, Oct. 18,60-41 with a "balanced scoring at­ tack and a pressing defense." The Sweet Ladies didn't wait long to take control of the game as they out scored Kenowa Hills 19-8 in the first quarter. Gallert led the scorers with 12, VanderVelde, who had six rebounds, Jaimie Oatley and Jenny Millard had 10 points each and Katie Donker had six rebounds to go with her eight points. The Sweet Ladies were 13 of 19 tries from the free throw line and hit 23 of 52 attempts from the field. The junior varsity team lost 49-36 to Kenowa Hills. Allison Schneider was the top scorer for the team with 11. She also had nine rebounds. (Courtesy of Matt Neely) The Middleville Village Council regular meeting previously scheduled for November 14,1994, is hereby rescheduled for November 7, 1994 at 7:00 p.m. Cheryl Hooper Village Clerk (307) Caledonia senior Jaimie Oatley finds an outlet as she maintains control of the ball during the Sweet Ladies' league contest with Cedar Springs. The Ladies defeated the Red Hawks 76-54. ORDINANCE NO. 94-5 AN ORDINANCE TO ADOPT BY REFERENCE THE 1993 BOCA NATIONAL BUILDING CODE; TO PROVIDE FOR CERTAIN MODIFICATIONS THEREOF; AND TO PROVIDE PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION THEREOF; AND TO REPEAL ORDINANCE NO. 92-2 AND ALL AMENDMENTS THERETO THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS: Section 1. Adoption of Code by Reference, Pursuant to the provisions of Section 8 of the State Construction Code (Act No. 230 of the Public Acts of 1972 as amended), the BOCA National Building Code/1993, 12th Edition (“Building Code"), as published by the Building Officials and Code Administrators International, Inc. is hereby adopted by reference, subject to the modifications set forth in this ordinance. Section 2, References in Code, References in the Building Code to “jurisdiction" and “name of jurisdiction" shall mean the Charter Township of Caledonia. Reference in the Building Code to “building official” shall mean the building inspector of the Charter Township of Caledonia. Section 3, Changes in Code, The sections and subsections of the building code referred to in this section are hereby amended or deleted as set forth below and additional sections and subsections are added as hereinafter set forth. The section and subsection numbers set forth refer to the like numbers of sections and subsections of the Building Code: (1) Subsection 104.2 is hereby amended to read as follows: “104.2 APPOINTMENT: The code official shall be appointed by the Township Board." (3) Subsection 112.3.1 is hereby amended to read as follows: “112.3.1 FEE SCHEDULE: A fee for each plan examination, building permit and inspection shall be paid in accordance with a schedule established by resolution of the Township Board." AN ORDINANCE TO ADOPT BY REFERENCE THE 1993 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE TO PROVIDE FOR CERTAIN MODIFICATIONS THEREOF; TO PROVIDE PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION THEREOF; AND TO REPEAL ORDINANCE NO. 92-1 AND ALL AMENDMENTS THERETO (4) Subsection 116.4 is hereby amended to read as follows: “116.4 OTHER VIOLATIONS: Except as provided in Section 117.2, any other violation of this ordinance is a municipal civil infraction for which the fine shall be not less than $100 nor more than $500 for the first offense and not less than $200 nor more than $2,500 for subsequent offenses in the discretion of the Court, and in addition to all other costs, damages, and expenses provided by law. For purposes of this section, “subsequent offense" means a vio­ lation of this ordinance committed by the same person within 12 months of a previous viola­ tion of the same provision, for which said person admitted responsibility or was adjudicated to be responsible. THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS: Section 1. Adoption of Code by Reference, Pursuant to the provisions of Section 8 of the State Construction Code (Act No. 230 of the Public Acts of 1972 as amended), the National Electrical Code, 1993 Edition (“Electrical Code"), as published by the National Fire Protection Association is hereby adopted by reference, subject to the modifications set forth in this ordinance. (5) Subsection 117.2 is hereby amended to read as follows: “1172 UNLAWFUL CONTINUANCE: Any person who shall continue any work in or about the structure after having been served with a stop work order, except such work as that person is directed to perform to remove a violation or unsafe condition, shall be guilty of a misde­ meanor punishable by a fine of $500.00 and imprisonment for not more than 90 days Each day said violation continues shall be considered a separate offense." Section 2, Electrical Inspector, The Township Board shall appoint an Electrical Inspector who shall be and is hereby designated as the official to administer and enforce the provi­ sions of the Electrical Code herein adopted. (6) Subsection 121.1 is hereby amended to read as follows: “121.1 APPLICATION FOR APPEAL Any person shall have the right to appeal to the build­ ing code board of appeals from a decision of the code official refusing to grant a modifica­ tion to the provisions of this code covering the manner of construction or materials to be used in the erection, alteration or repair of a building or structure. An application for appeal shall be based on a claim that the true intent of this code or the rules legally adopted thereunder have been incorrectly interpreted, the provisions of this code do not fully apply or an equiv­ alent form of construction can be used. At the time of making application for appeal under this section, the applicant shall pay to the township clerk a fee established by resolution of the township board to defray the expenses of hearing such appeals." ORDINANCE NO. 94-6 Section 3. Fees. Fees for inspections, issuance of permits and all other activities per­ formed by the Electrical Inspector shall be established by resolution of the Township Board. Section 4, Other Violations: Any violation of this ordinance is a municipal civil infraction for which the fine shall be not less than $100 nor more than $500 for the first offense and not less than $200 nor more than $2,500 for subsequent offenses in the discretion of the Court, and in addition to all other costs, damages, and expenses provided by law. For pur­ poses of this section, “subsequent offense- means a violation of this ordnance committed by the same person within 12 months of a previous violation of the same provision, for which said person admitted responsibility or was adjudicated to be responsible Section 5, Severability, Sections of this ordinance shall be deemed severable and should any section, clause or provision of this ordinance be declared to be invalid, the same shall not affect the validity of the ordinance as a whole or any part thereof, other than the part so declared to be invalid. (7) Subsection 121.5 is hereby deleted. Section 4, Conflict with Zoning Ordinance. If any provision of the Building Code conflicts with any provision of the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia, as amended from time to time, the most stringent provision shall control. Section 5. Severability, Sections of this ordinance shall be deemed severable and should any section, clause or provision of this ordinance be declared to be invalid, the same shall not affect the validity of the ordinance as a whole or any part thereof, other than the part so declared to be invalid. Section 6. RePeal. Caledonia Township Ordnance No. 92-1 and any amendments thereto are hereby repealed. Section 6. Repeal. Ordinance No. 92-2 and all amendments thereto are hereby repealed. Section 7, Effective Date. Pursuant to Section 8(1) of the State Construction Code Act, Act No. 230 of the Public Acts of 1972 as amended, this ordnance Shan take effect 90 days after its adoption and 90 days after a certified copy of this ordnance is filed with the State Construction Code Commission Section 7. Effective Date Pursuant to Section 8(1) of the State Construction Code Act, Act No. 230 of the Public Acts of 1972 as amended, this ordinance shall take effect 90 days after its adoption or 90 days after a certified copy of this ordinance is filed with the State Construction Code Commission, whichever is later. First Reading: 10-19-94 First Reading :10-19-94 �Page 18 I The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml I October 25, 1994 TK Freshmen football improves record to 8-0 The Young Trojans traveled to Coopersville on Oct. 13 and defeated the Broncos 20-7. Mistakes in the first quarter kept TK from scoring as it had two touchdowns called back on penalties Early in the second quarter. Cory Schut got the Trojans on the scoreboard on a 12-yard run. to give TK a 6-0 lead. With two minutes left in the first half a 19-yard pass from Brian Ploeg to Nate Pranger was good for the junior Tro­ jan's second touchdown. A Ploeg pass to Shawn Hiese was good for the conversion. Spencer Romph gave the young Trojans a 20-0 lead when he went 65 yards for a touchdown in the second half. The offensive line controled the line of scrimage the entire game. Ron Haynes. Shane Doom. Mike Hall. Eric Vernon, Will Holmes. Richie Frazer and Nate Pranger had the Broncos backing up all night, accor­ ding to the coaches. In the freshman game with Hamilton. Oct. 20. TK battled its way to an 8-0 victory for its eighth win of the season. The Hawkeyes controled the ball much of the first half, but couldn't find the endzone. The Trojan defense could not get the ball away from Hamilton offense who picked up several first downs by just inches At the end of the first quarter TK got the offense moving when Schut broke open for an apparent 70-yard touchdown run. However a penalty brought the ball back. In the second quarter. TK marched 75 yards with a Ploeg to Pranger pass good for the only score in the game. Cory Schut ran the conversion. Hamilton drove to the Tk four-yard line with two minutes left in the game before the defense was able to put the brakes on. Joe Norman. Nick Galloup. Brian Daniels. Shawn Hiese. Tim Johnson. Steve Wiersma, and DJ. Beckering played outstanding defense, the entire game, the coaches said. The Caledonia girls cross country team which finished the regular season 11-0 and won the OK Gold Championship include, from left in order of finish at the OK Gold meet: Sarah Parbel, Shannon Houseman, Barto Warner. Katie Sobczak, Keri Bloem, Audrey Warner and Sarah Flegel. Coach Dave Hodgkinson kneels in back Caledonia girls win 0-K Gold 11-0 record this season The Caledonia girls cross country finished its 11-0 sea­ son with a perfect 15 points in the OK Gold league meet, Synopsis of Minutes Thomapple Township September Students of Month announced The following students were selected os "Students of the Month" for September at Thornapple Kellogg High School: (from left, row 1) Courtney Rich, Holly Key, Nicole Price, (row 2) Jason Reid, Jesi Veen, Terri Fitch, Jennifer Deschoff, (row 3) Jason Preslar, Dan Kokmeyer, Andy Dragt, Nathan Brady and Steve Dood. Call for Classifieds Phone 795-3345 CHARTER TOWNSHIP of CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN NOTICE OF ELECTION TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a special election will be held in the Charter Township of Caledonia on November 8,1994, from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. for the purpose of electing a candidate to complete the unex­ pired term of the Township Supervisor. The follow­ ing candidate has been nominated for such office by primary election: Thomas F. Garbow List of polling place locations: Precinct 1: Caledonia Township and Village Hall 250 Maple Street Precinct 2: Alaska Hall 7248 - 68th Street Precinct 3: Kettle Lake School 8451 Garbow Drive Patricia Snyder, Clerk Charter Township of Caledonia 003) October 10, 1994 Regular meeting called at 7:02 p.m. Board Members Present 5. Others — 4. Minutes of last regular meeting approved as corrected. Printed bills in the amount of $39,575.44 approved as roll call vote. Motion passed unanimously to table motion regarding adoption of amendment to the zoning ordinances. Motion passed unanimously appointing Jean Neve and Dave Dykstra to the planning commission. Motion passed unanimously re-appointing Bill Getty as Township Board representative to the Planning Commission. Motion passed unanimously appointing Troy Newman and Don Clinton as TTES lieutenants. Meeting adjourned at 9:50 p.m. Donna Kenyon Thornapple Township Clerk (308) Phone 795-3345 for Sun & News Action-Ads! Oct. 20. The Lady Scots finished all seven of its runners in the top ten. as well as winning the meet. Finishing second was Sparta with 71 points, fol­ lowed by South Christian with 77, Cedar Springs with 78, Forest Hills Northern with 170 and Wayland with 174. Kenowa Hills didn’t field a full (team so did not recieve a score. Top runner for the Scots was Sarah Parbel with a lime of 18:39. Shannon Houseman was second at 18:45, Barb Warner was third at 18:53, Katie Sobczak was fourth at 18:55 and Keri Bloem was fifth at 18:58. Coaches from other schools at the meet said they were amazed that one team had five runners who were able to break the 19 minute barrier. Audrey Warner finished seventh overall and Sarah Flegel was 10th for the Scots. In the final dual-meet of the season, the Scots finished 16 runners before Wayland crossed its first, Oct. 17. Houseman and Sarah Par­ bel crossed the line first at 19:07. Bloem finished third at 19:18, Barb Warner fin­ ished at 19:57 for fourth and Sarah Flegel was fifth at 20:11. Audrey Warner wa:: sixth at 20:16 and Beth Parbel was seventh at 20:21. Also finishing before Wayland’s No. 1 runner crossed the line was Jill Hofmann, Wendy Faber, Jill Ixatherman, Jenny Sprague, Kim King, Katie Benham, Kara Pal man and Sarah Degroot. Also finishing for the Lady Scots were Trisha Davis, Stephanie Worman, Julie Furst and Greta Kline. The team will run in the regional competition, Satur­ day. — NOTICE — A test of the automatic tabulating equip­ ment for Thornapple Township will be held on November 1, 1994 at the Township Office, 200 E. Main St., Mid­ dleville, 10:00 A.M. All programs to be used in the November 8, 1994 General Election will be tested at this time. The testing is open to the public. Donna Kenyon, Clerk (312) Pubhshers of • • • • • • • • Hasungs Aemnder Hastings Barner Hastings Weekender Commurwty Advisor Marshal Battle Creek Shopper News Lakewood News M<jdtev*e/Caiedon<a Sun & News Maple Vakry News PLACE A CLASSIFIED 24 HOURS-A-DAY 7 DAYS-A-WEEK Cal.. (& 948-4450 COMMUNITY NOTICE — There will be a special meeting of the Yankee Springs Township Board on October 27, 1994 at 7:30 p.m. at the township hall. Located at 284 N. Briggs Rd. Topic of meeting will be the Fire and Road Millage, which will appear on the November 8th ballot. Township Clerk, Harvey VanderBee �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml I October 25, 1994 / Page 19 CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP BOARD October 19, 1994 The regular meeting of the Caledonia Township Board was called to order at 7:05 p.m. Present: Garbow, R DeVries, Godd, J. DeVries, Jousma. Snyder Absent: Dieleman. Also Present: Several citizens, Jim White. Attorney and Randy Wilcox. Engineer MINUTES: reviewed. Approv­ ed os printed. BILLS: Moved Jousma, support J. DeVries to approve bills as printed. Ayes R. DeVries, Gould, J. DeVries, Jousma. Snyder, Garbow. Motion carried BUILDING INSPECTOR AND TREASURERS REPORT Reviewed CAMP AU/KETTLE LAKE SEWER OPPOSITION: Sandy Spencer of 8506 Garbow Dr stated that they wanted options for this system. Discussion was held for and against the system. Most agreed that the system was needed but questioned the boundaries of the system. The public hearing scheduled for November 9th has been postponed until December 6. 1994 at 7:00 p.m. Garbow will try to get Kettle Lake School. KEISER DRAIN: Jim White presented a resolution for a public hearing to be scheduled for the problem of Keiser Drain. White explained the resolution. Moved Jousma, support J. DeVries to occept the resolution and hold a public hearing on November 16, 1994 at 7:30 p.m. Ayes: Gould, J. DeVries. Jousma, Snyder. Garbow, R DeVries. Motion carried. PRIVATELY OWNED PUBLIC WATER AMENDMENT 2nd reading. Reviewed. Moved Snyder support J. DeVries to ap­ prove Ordinance f94-13Z. ayes: J. DeVries Jousma. Snyder. Garbow. R. DeVries. Gould. Mo­ tion carried. BUILDING CODES: 1st Reading. Updating the building, electrical, fire prevention, mechanical, and plumbing codes to 1993 Boca PMR RENEWALS: 2nd reading Reviewed Moved J. DeVries, support Gould to approve Or­ dinance R94-14Z. Abstain: Jousma Ayes Snyder Garbow R. DeVries. Gould, J. DeVries. Motion carried PLANNING COMMISSION REPORT Fitzsimmons pit and Sun-Do-Go. ELECTION INSPECTION AP­ POINTMENT Moved Snyder, support Garbow to approve the attached list of election inspec­ tors. Ayes Snyder Garbow R DeVries. Gould. J. DeVries Jousma. Motion carried. ELECTION COMMISSION Gar don Jousma. Steve Gould, and Pat Snyder to meet on Monday. October 31 st at 9:00 a.m. to run preliminary accuracy test. ZBA APPOINTMENT Steve Gould and Dorothy Merriman. Moved Jousma. support R. DeVries to re-appoint Gould and Merriman to ZBA. Ayes: R. DeVries. Gould, J. DeVries. Jousma Snyder Garbow. Mo tion carried. SUPERVISOR AND TRUSTEE SEMINAR: Moved Snyder sup­ port R. DeVries to allow Super­ visor and any trustee to go to the one day update. Ayes: R. DeVries. Gould, J. DeVries, Jousma Snyder Garbow. Mo­ tion carried. SNOW PLOW BIDS Reviewed bids. Moved Snyder, support R. DeVries to award the snow plow bid to James Reynhout. Ayes: Gould, J. DeVries, Jousma, Snyder. Garbow, R DeVries Motion carried. SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS Mov­ ed Jousma support J DeVries to set special assessment for the winter tax bill as attached. J. DeVries, Jousma. Snyder. Gar­ bow, R. DeVries, Gould. Motion carried. LIBRARY CLEANING BID: Mov ed R. DeVries, support Gould to occept bid from S.G. Janitorial for cleaning of the library. Ayes: Jousma. Snyder. Garbow. R. DeVries, Gould. J. DeVries. Mo­ tion carried. BUDGET HEARING: Called to order at 8:45 p.m. Ed Fischer reviewed the fire dept, budget. Moved Jousma. support Gould to accept the budget as presented by Ed Fischer. Ayes: J. DeVries. Jousma. Snyder. Garbow R. DeVries. Gould. Mo­ tion carried. Snyder reviewed the General Fund Budget. Discussion was held. DeVries to occept the General Fund Budget as amend­ ed. Ayes: R. DeVries. Gould. J. DeVries. Jousma, Snyder Gar­ bow. Motion carried. PERMIT FEES: Reviewed. Amend escrow retained to pay for anything over and above in­ ternal office expenses, such as Attorneys, publication, and engineering expenses. And give Mark the power to charge for any costs above normal review hours. Moved Gould, support Snyder to approve the permit fees with the above amend­ ments. Ayes: Garbow. R. DeVries, Gould. J. DeVries. Jousma. Snyder. Motion carried. HOME OCCUPATION FEES: Moved Jousma. support R DeVries to approve a fee of $25.00 for a minor home occupa­ tion and $50.00 for a major. Ayes R. DeVries, Gould. J. DeVries. Jousma. Snyder. Gar­ bow. Motion carried WARMAR Tabled until next month. Snyder would like to look at the copy of the lease/purchase agreement. OTHER BUSINESS: Leaf burn­ ing does not require a permit. Use COMMON SENSE Envelopes with tax bills. Cost would be $75.00 per tax period. Board did not see the need for this at this time. Moved Snyder, support Gar­ bow to adjourn the meeting at 9:50 p.m. Ayes: Gould, J. DeVries. Jousma. Snyder, Gar­ bow. R. DeVries. Motion Carried. Respecfully submitted, Patricia Snyder. Clerk (313) Scot JV gridders fall to Wayland The Caledonia junior var­ sity football team lost for the first time this season, falling to Wayland 28-16, Thursday. The junior gridders record drops to 7-1 with one game remaining in the season. Josh Haywood scored the lone first-half touchdown for the Scots with a two-yard run in the second quarter. Nick Freeman carried in the con­ version. In the second half. Free­ man completed a 25-yard pass to Matt Frantti and Freeman carried in the con­ version. The junior Scots will host Wyoming Rogers, Thursday night in the final game of the season for the team. ORDINANCE NO. 94-8 ORDINANCE NO. 94-9 AN ORDINANCE TO ADOPT BY REFERENCE THE 1993 BOCA NATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE TO PROVIDE FOR CERTAIN MODIFICATIONS THEREOF; AND TO PROVIDE PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION THEREOF; AND TO REPEAL ORDINANCE NO. 92-4 AND ALL AMENDMENTS THERETO AN ORDINANCE TO ADOPT BY REFERENCE THE 1993 BOCA NATIONAL PLUMBING CODE; TO PROVIDE FOR CERTAIN MODIFICATIONS THEREOF; TO PROVIDE PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION THEREOF; AND TO REPEAL ORDINANCE NO. 92-3 AND ALL AMENDMENTS THERETO THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS: Section 1, Adoption of Code Dy Reference, Pursuant to the provisions of Section 8 of the State Construction Code (Act No. 230 of the Public Acts of 1972 as amended), the BOCA National Mechanical Code/1994, Eighth Edition (“Mechanical Code"), as published by the Building Officials and Code Administrators International. Inc. is hereby adopted by reference, subject to the modifications set forth in this ordinance. Section 2, References in Code, References in the Mechanical Code to "jurisdiction’ and "name of juris­ diction’ shall mean the Charier Township of Caledonia. Reference in the Mechanical Code to “building official" shall mean the building Inspector of the Charter Township of Caledonia. Section 3, Changes in Code, The sections and subsections of the Mechanical Code referred to in this section are hereby amended or deleted as set forth below and additional sections and subsections are added as hereinafter set forth. The section and subsection numbers set forth refer to the like numbers of sections and subsections of the Mechanical Code: (1) Section M-105.2 is hereby amended to read as follows: “M-105.2 APPOINTMENT: The code official shall be appointed by the Township Board." (2) Section M-113.2 is hereby amended to read as follows: “M-113.2 PERIODIC INSPECTIONS: The fees for all periodic inspections shall be established by reso­ lution of the Township Board." (3) Section M-113.3 is hereby amended to read as follows: “M-113.3 FEE SCHEDULE: The amount of the fees for all mechanical work shall be established by res­ olution of the Township Board." (4) Section M-116.4 is hereby amended to read as follows: “M-116.4 OTHER VIOLATIONS: Except as provided in Section 1172, any other violation of this ordi­ nance is a municipal civil infraction for which the fine shall be not less than $100 nor more than $500 for the first offense and not less than $200 nor more than $2,500 for subsequent offenses in the discretion of the Court, and in addition to all other costs, damages, and expenses provided by law. For purposes of this section, ‘subsequent offense" means a violation of this ordinance committed by the same person within 12 months of a previous violation of the same provision for which said person admitted responsi­ bility or was adjudicated to be responsible. (5) Section M-117.2 is hereby amended to read as follows: “M-117.2 UNLAWFUL CONTINUANCE: Any person who shall continue any work in or about the struc­ ture after having been served with a stop work order, except such work as that person is directed to per­ form to remove a violation or unsafe condition, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of $500.00 and imprisonment for not more than 90 days. Each day said violation continues shall be con­ sidered a separate offense." THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS: Section 1, Adoption of Code by Reference, Pursuant to the provisions of Section 8 of the State Construction Code Act of 1972, being Act 230 of the Public Acts of Michigan of 1972, as amended, the BOCA National Plumbing Code/1993, Ninth Edition ("Plumbing Code"), as published by Building Officials & Code Administrators International, Inc., is hereby adopted by reference, subject to the modifications set forth in this ordinance. Section 2, References in Code, References in the Plumbing Code to "jurisdiction’ and “name of juris­ diction’ shall mean the Charter Township of Caledonia. Reference in the Plumbing Code to ’plumbing official" shall mean the plumbing inspector of the Charter Township of Caledonia. Section 3, Changes in Code, The sections and subsections of the Plumbing Code referred to in this sec­ tion are hereby amended or deleted as set forth below and additional sections and subsections are added as hereinafter set forth. The section and subsection numbers set forth refer to the like numbers of sections and subsections of the Plumbing Code: (1) Section P-105.2 is hereby amended to read as follows: “P-105.2 APPOINTMENT: The code official shall be appointed by the Township Board." (2) Section P-113.2 is hereby amended to read as follows: “P-113.2 FEE SCHEDULE: The permit fees for all plumbing work shall be established by fesolution of the Township Board." (3) Section P-116.4 is hereby amended to read as follows: ’P-116.4 OTHER VIOLATIONS: Except as provided in Section 1172, any other violation of this ordinance is a municipal civil infraction for which the fine shall be not less than $100 nor more than $500 for the first offense and not less than $200 nor more than $2,500 for subsequent offenses in the discretion of the Court, and in addition to all other costs, damages, and expenses provided by law. For purposes of this section, -subsequent offense- means a violation of this ordinance committed by the same person within 12 months of a previous violation of the same provision, for which said person admitted responsibility or was adjudicated to be responsible. (4) Section P-117.2 is hereby amended to read as follows: “P-117.2 UNLAWFUL CONTINUANCE: Any person who shall continue any work m or about the struc­ ture after having been served with a stop work order, except such work as that person is directed to per­ form to remove a violation or unsafe condition, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of $500.00 and imprisonment for not more than 90 days. Each day said violation continues shall be con­ sidered a separate offense." (7) Section M-1212 is hereby amended to read as follows: “M-1212 BOARD OF APPEALS: The board of appeals shall be the Building Code Board of Appeals of the,Charter Township of Caledonia." (5) Section P-121.1 is hereby amended to read as follows: “P-121.1 APPLICATION FOR APPEAL: The owner of a building or structure or any other person may appeal to the board of appeals from a decision of the code official relating to the manner of construction or materials to be used in the erection, alteration or repair of a plumbing system. After public hearing, the Board of Appeals may grant a specific variance to a substantive requirement of this code if the liter­ al application of the substantive requirement would result in an exceptional, practical difficulty to the applicant, and if both of the following requirements are satisfied. (a) The performance of the particular item or part of the plumbing equipment or system with respect to which the variance is granted shall be adequate for its intended use and shall not substantially deviate from performance required by this code of that particular item or part of such equipment or system for the public health, safety and welfare. (b) The specific condition justifying the variance shall be neither so general nor recurrent in nature as to make an amendment of this code with respect to the condition reasonably practical or desirable. At the time of making application for appeal under this section, the applicant shall pay to the Township Clerk a fee established by resolution of the Township Board to defray expenses of compensation of board members for one hearing. Any further expenses incurred by the Township in connection with any appeal shall oe paid in full by the applicant prior to the issuance of any ruling of said appeal ’ (8) Section M-1212.6 is hereby amended to read as follows: “M-1212.6 COMPENSATION OF MEMBERS: Compensation.of members shall be established by reso­ lution of the Township Board." (6) Section P-121.2 ts hereby amended to read as folows: “P-1212 MEMBERSHIP OF BOARD: The Board of Appeals shall be the Building Code Board of Appeals of the Charter Township of Caledonia ’ (9) Section M-121.3 is hereby deleted. (7) Section P-121.3 is hereby deleted (10) Section M-121.5 is hereby deleted. (8) Section P-121.5 is hereby deleted Section 4. Severability. Sections of this ordinance shall be deemed severab»e and shoUd any section, clause or provision of this ordinance be declared to be invalid, the same shall not affect the validity of the ordinance as a whole or any part thereof, other than the part so declared to be nvahd Section 4, Severabintv. Sections of this ordinance shall be deemed severable and should any section, clause or provision of this ordinance be declared to be invalid, the same shall not affect the validity of the ordinance as a whole or any part thereof, other than the part so declared to be invalid Section 5, Repeal. Charter Township of Caledonia Ordinance No. 92-4 and afl amendments thereto are hereby repealed. Section 5, Repeal. Township of Caledonia Ordinance No. 92-3 and all amendments thereto are hereby repealed. Section 6 Effective Date. Pursuant to Section 8(1) of the State Construction Code Act. Act No. 230 of the Public Acts of 1972 as amended, this ordinance shall take effect 90 days after rts adoption or 90 days after a certified copy of this ordinance ts filed with the State Construction Code Commission, whichever is later. Section 6, Effective Date. Pursuant to Section 8(1) of the State Construction Code Act, Act No. 230 of the Public Acts of 1972 as amended, this ordinance shall take effect 90 days after its adoption or 90 days after a certified copy of this ordinance is filed with the State Construction Code Commission, whichever is later. First Reading 10-19-94 First Reading 10-19-94 (6) Section M-121.1 is hereby amended to read as follows: "M-121.1 APPLICATION FOR APPEAL: The owner of a building or structure or any other person may appeal to the board of appeals from a decision of the mechanical official refusing to grant a modification to the provisions of this code covering the manner of construction or materials to be used in the erec­ tion, alteration or repair of a mechanical system. Application for appeal may be made when it is claimed that the true intent of this code or the rules legally adopted thereunder have been incorrectly interpret­ ed, the provision of this code do not fully apply, or an equally good or better form of construction is used. At the time of making application for appeal under this section, the applicant shall pay to the Township Clerk a fee established by resolution of the Township Board to defray expenses of compensation of board members for one hearing. Any further expenses incurred by the Township in connection with any appeal shall be paid in full by the applicant prior to the issuance of any ruling on said appeal .' �Page 20 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / October 25. 1994 Call for Classifieds... PLACE YOUR ADVERTISING MESSAGE HERE *795-3345 Rafes: 5 words for $2.75 then IO* per word. If you pay in advance, you save 50* billing charge. Deadline is Friday at 4:00 p.m. Business Services Community Notices BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment SNOWMOBILE AUCTION Saturday November 5th at 10am. 300/400 new/used snowmo­ biles, plus trailers, parts, clothing. You can buy or sell. Free brochure call 517-369-1153 9am to 6pm. Terms: cash, no checks! Ameri­ ca’s largest - since 1974. White Star Auction, Inc. US 12 Bron­ son, MI. EARN BIG S$S at home, for FREE info. Send S.A.S.E. to Dan, P. O. Box 135, Caledonia, Ml 49316._________________ GYMNASTICS LN MOTION offering pre-school through advanced classes, all ages. Also boys and girls USGF competi­ tion teams. For information call Cathy 795-7620.____________ HOMEOWNERS* CASH FAST! *Home and income property*Debt consolidation*Tumed down? problem credit? We can help!*Fast, easy - Call 24 hours. AAA Mortgage & Finance Corp. 1-SOO-968-2221 Free consultation._______ POLEBARNS, DESIGNED TO YOUR specifications, free planning and delivery. Do it yourself or builders available. Durkee Lumber, Alto, 868-6026.__________________ Farm WANTED PART-TIME farm help. After school and weekends. Call 891-8093 or 891-1414. For Sale Automotive 1973 PLYMOUTH VOLARE, 6 cyl., runs good, body very good. 945-3295.____________ 2 6 CYLINDER Chrysler/ Plymouth engines with trans­ missions. 945-3295. For Sale TREE TRIMING AND FIREWOOD FOR SALE: split, $35 face cord. 945-3295. REMOVAL, stump grinding, free estimates, fully insured, we leave your yard clean. B & B Tree Service 795-7575. PLACE A CLASSIFIED AD in this paper 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by calling 948-4450 using a touch tone phone. A ITALIAN MIDDLEVILLE’S FINEST 117 West Main, Middleville Phone 795-7911 Sun.-Thurs. 3:30 to 10:30 p.m. Frl. a sot. 3:30 to 12:30 P.m. TWO PIZZAS For ONE SPECIAL PRICE! Save up to 70% On Second Pizza NO COUPONS • NO FREE POP N'J FREE DELIVERY Good Only Sunday thru Thursday (NOT VALID Friday and Saturday) Specials not valid with any other offers or Free Delivery coupon---- 1 FARO'S ITALIAN PIZZA middleville NOT VALID WITH ANY OTHER SPECIAL | QUEEN BRASS BED (beauti­ ful) with orthopedic firm mattresses, 3 months old, cost $800 new, sell $275. 517-482-2677. Wanted: Christan lady to babysit in my home top wages must have own transportation.Call before 5pm 531-0430 after 5pm 795-3658. For Rent Miscellaneous POLEBARN 28X24X10 AREA w/concrete floor, call for rates. 868-0119.____________ BUY SELL TRADE FULL LINE OF COLD WEATHER CAMOUFLAGE CLOTHING AND FOOTWEAR. AL & PETE’S SPORT SHOP 111 S. Jefferson St. Hastings 616-945-4417.______________ CALEDONIA SCHOOLS, 3 bedroom house in the country, newly remodeled, no pets. $750/month, deposit, 6385 Alaska Ave, call 698-2011 LARGE RENTAL FACILI­ TY,all occasions. The NoteGun Lake. 672-5229 or 891-1990. Garage Sale COOLEY’S POLE BARN SALE: Thurs-Fri 9-6, Sai 9-4, Oct 20,21,22, sewing machine, file cabinets, games, furniture, wicker, hospital bed, clothes, MUCH MORE. N.W. comer Whitneyville & 84th. St MOVING SALE OCTOBER 28TH & 29TH 9-6.419 Thorn­ ton. Many household items and bedroom furniture. Help Wanted CASHIER - WE’RE LOOK­ ING FOR A HARD WORK­ ING enthusiastic and honest individual, who takes pride in doing good work. Full time (or part time) available. Apply in person or send resume and letter to: Steve Hayes, C/o Bob’s Gun and Tackle Shop, 2208 Gun Lake Road, Hastings Mi 49058. No phone inquiries please. FACTORY & WAREHOUSE JOBS AVAILABLE: in Grand Rapids, Byron Center, Ada, and near the Kent County Airport WILL TRAIN GOOD WORK­ ERS that have some factory background and want long term to permanent hire jobs, Apply 8am.-4pm. weekdays with 2 pieces of ID, Peoplemark Inc, 507 36th St S.E. Grand Rapids. (616)-245-6161. EOE. HELP WANTED part time banquet servers. Apply in person, Middlevilla Inn, e.o.e. MACHINE OPERATORS needed to run plastic injection molding machines. This includes visually inspecting & packing parts. We are a growing company offering good pay, benefits, and promotional opportunities as we grow. All shifts available. Apply in person at: Wamar Products, Inc. 5041 68th Street SE, Caledonia. NEED EXTRA MONEY FOR CHRISTMAS local factory outlet hiring. Training provided, profit sharing, benefits, flexable hours. Call between 11 and 5. 948-8456.__________________ PART TIME RECEPTION­ IST NEEDED. Send resume to: 111 Broadway, Middleville, MI. 49333._____________________ PLASTIC INJECTION MOLD $6.00 Per hour, while in training. Caledonia area, just off M-37 Less than 1/2 hour from Hastings area. All shifts now open. Call REMEDY GRAND RAPIDS 1-616-949-3100 Never a fee. CLASSIFIED AD RATES REMINDER: $4.40 for 1st 5 words; 12c each word thereafter. MAPLE VALLEY: $220 for 1st 5 words; 10c each word thereafter. SUN & NEWS: $2.75 for 1st 5 words; 10c each word thereafter. LAKEWOOD NEWS: $2.75 for 1st 5 words; 10c each word thereafter. BANNER: $2.00 for 1st 5 words; 10c each word thereafter. WEEKENDER: $2.50 for 1st 5 words; 10C each word thereafter. *50c bookkeeping charge for want ads not paid within 7 days. PLACE A CLASSIFIED ANYTIME, 24 HOURS A DAY, 7 DAYS A WEEK BY CALLING 948-4450. (TOUCH TONE PHONES ONLY) Wanted: Christan lady to babysit In my home top wages must have own transportation.Call before 5pm 531-0430 after 5pm 795-3658. Mobile Homes FOR SALE: Very well kepted up mobile home in a park, only 10 miles from Hastings. For more information call 517-852-1623.______________ MOBILE HOME 1990 14X70 Schult. Unfurnished, but includes electric range, refriger­ ator, drapes, ceiling fan, central air conditioning, 8X10 custom shed, 6X10 deck, two bedrooms, two baths. Like new condition, used by single lady that recently moved to nursing home. Located in Middleville’s Cider Mill Mobile Home Park. Willing to negotiate. Call 795-7202 days or 795-3519 nights. Pet of the Week These little Lob mix puppies ore like three little clowns with their comical antics. The two little boys and one sweet girl are about six-weeks-old. They are just a few of the many fine animals currently available for adoption at the Barry County Animal Shelter. The shelter especially needs puppy and kitten food, it's that time of year. Bedding is also needed. Anyone wishing to make a donation may stop by the shelter during regular business hours. The Barry County Animal Shelter is currently located at 825 W. Apple Street in Hastings. It is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, and on Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon. Cats and kittens can be adopted for $6. The adoption fee for dogs and puppies is $10. (There may be additional costs for adult dogs for a rabies shot and license.) Also, you must sign a contract stating you will have the animal spayed or neutered within 30 days or by the time it is six months old. There is no fee for bringing an animal to the shelter. For more infor­ mation, call 948-4885. EVERYTHING PREPARED FRESH DAILY! FARO’S PIZZA Thank You Caledonia's Finest CARD OF THANKS Caledonia Athletic Booster gives thanks and appreciation to: Mr. Don Reynolds of Mr. Fables who donated a student season pass; Coachs Closet for donating a $25.00 gift certificate; Towne Air Freight for the donation of 12 T-shirts. These items were prizes in our 1994 Sponsored Run-Walk Fundraiser. The Caledonia Community is so very supportive of Caledonia students, and we are fortunate indeed to have sponsors like these. We urge you to support these businesses who support Caledonia students. Caledonia Athletic Boosters I wish to thank my friends and relatives for the cards, flowers, and visits to the hospital while I was there. You can visit me now at the Home of Hope at 1488 E. Beltline. Myrtle Willyard Pets FREE KITTENS, beautiful colorings. 795-2023. UNBELIEVABLE SPECIAL BUY ONE PIZZA AT REGULAR PRICE, GET SECOND ONE FOR 1/2 PRICE . MlTED TIME OFFER NO COUPON NEEDED _ Buy One Sub at Regular Price Get the 2nd Sub For Only... 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MkScr 3Xpmto12am 9790 CHERRY VALLEY, M-37 CALEDONIA � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/704/SunandNews_1994-11-01.pdf ed8d1d6c2a833dd2093c11339f0afcde PDF Text Text and NewW 12/30/99 Hastings Pub He utr ary 121 Church Hastings,HI. 49058 Your Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas | 124th Public hearing set for Dec. 6 Caledonia voters join in deciding Caledonia Twp Board hears pros, Kent District Library millage by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Residents of communities that were members of the former Kent County Library System will be asked to decide Nov. 6 whether to approve a six-year dedicated millage of .68 mill for the newly formed Kent District Library. If approved, the levy would be added to the resident's pro­ perty tax The Kent District Board estimates the .68 mill would cost the owner of a $ lOO.OCX) home about $30 a year in ad­ ditional taxes. If the millage passes, the county has agreed to rollback .12 mill in county taxes because it will no longer be asked to help support the library system. If it fails, an underfunded budget would mean the board would have to cut funds for books, materials and pro­ grams. Reductions in other services also might be necessary The idea of a dedicated mllhge to support the library is the basis for the decision by most of the former library system members to switch to the district library concept. The county system depend­ ed for its funding on annual assessments from townships, cities and villages along with for three ot the branches. — Increased adult and county and some state children's programs. revenues. The board emphasizes that With funding sources unable to keep up with the de­ the library millage cannot be mand for library systems and used for anything but library local governments unhappy materials and services In explaining the need for with the assessment process, the county library board pro­ the millage, the board states posed the switch to a district that the population of Kent system, which is funded by a County has increased by 10 dedicated millage and pro­ percent since 1990 and the use vides a rtable source of of the library system has in­ creased by 117 percent over revenue for the libraries. The 68-mill levy was the past 11 years “The library budget just has determined by the newly elected district library board not kept pace with the demand and will be on the Nov. 6 for materials and services,'* ballot for all the residents of states the board “The library currently is Kent County except the residents of the City of Grand funded through the county, ci­ ty and township general Rapids. Cedar Springs and the townships of Solon and funds. These governmental units are required by law to Sparta. Grand Rapids has its own pay for the Sheriff s Depart­ library system, and the other ment. roads, jails and social municipalities have chosen services. Costs of these man­ not to belong to the Kent dated services have risen dramatically over the years, District Library. If the millage passes, the leaving less and less for non­ district board promises the mandated services such as libraries following: “Elected officials of 27 — An increased budget for books and materials in the governmental units and the Kent District Library Board branch libraries. — Upgraded computer have agreed the District equipment and library-related Library with a dedicated millage will secure and im­ software in the libraries. — An increase in open prove library services for you and your family.’’ hours, including Sunday hours Ceremony last step in village’s Tree City designation Caledonia Village presents school with historic ‘baby’ tree by Barbara Gall Staff Writer The Caledonia Village Council presented the students of Caledonia Elementary a lit­ tle tree with a proud ancestry in an Oct. 24 Arbor Day ceremony at the school. The tree planting was the last step in the Village Coun­ cil’s program to become designated as one of the na­ tion’s “Tree Cities." The council’s Tree Com­ mittee chose a Washington Tulip Poplar, which was planted in the school cour- See Baby tree, Page 14 The Caledonia Villoge Council presented a new tree with some tato™* ancestry to Caledonia Elementary School. The tree planting alw marked ne villoge s eligibility for a notional Tree City designation. From the left ore Council members Glen Klover, Susan Berencsi, Judy Kidder Caledonia Elementary rincipal Gordon Nickels and Village DPW staff Buff Rodgers Kneeling ore Jon Soules with her granddaughter, Nicole Bradley and Tree Committee member Jake Sleutel and his daughter Peggy (More coverage inside.) cons on Campau Lake sewer district by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Though the public hearing is not until Dec. 6. the Caledonia Township Board allowed time at its Oct. 19 meeting for public comment on the special assessment district for the Campau Lake sewer expansion. Several residents whose properties are within the district repeated their objec­ tions to being included. They argue that their properties do not border the lake and do not have septic problems. Citing the need to protect both the lakes and the area's groundwater, the township’s Sewer Committee recom­ mended a sewer district, which includes not only lakeside properties, but also adjacent areas where septic systems are failing or have failed and where soils are not suitable for private septic systems. Properties that do not have room for a backup drain field also have been included. One resident claimed that those opposed to the sewer district boundaries were not represented on the Sewer Committee. She also claimed that the township was “im­ posing” the sewer district on those residents. Part of that charge was hot­ ly disputed by Sewer Commit­ tee member Norma Sprite, who told the audience that the committee always has been open to any residents who wished to attend the meetings. She and several other residents also spoke in favor of the sewer project. One of these was Bernie Langerhorst, who told those objecting to the project that he knew sewer costs were expen­ (« ...the state health code allows a local government to act for the public’s health and safety and require hookups to a sewer system... — Jim White Twp. Attorney sive. He said this is the second time he has become a part of a new sewer district. He said, however, that he believes the project is necessary for the protection of the groundwater and therefore the residents, as well as the lakes. Township Engineer Randy Wilcox also responded, ex­ plaining that on-site private septic systems do not treat the water, as the sewer project will. He said he believes put­ ting the sewer all the way around the lakes will improve the quality of water in them Township Attorney Jim White told the audience that the state health code allows a local government to act for the public's health and safety and require hookups to a public sewer system, even if some of the private systems in the district are not in a state of failure. He also said that the courts have upheld the township’s right to construct a public­ sewer and require hookups. Township Supervisor Tom Garbow limited the discus­ sion, since the public hearing on the new special assessment district is scheduled for 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 6. He said he will try to obtain the cafeteria at Kettle Ljike Elementary for the meeting, but said all residents included in the district will receive a letter of notification. In other business, the township board: — Scheduled a Nov. 16 public hearing on im­ provements to the Keiser Drain, which would affect a number of properties cast of Whitneyville Road and south of Keiser Street. The hearing is required if the cost is to be charged to those benefitting from the new drain. Estimated cost of the improvements is 14? SOO Adopted the 1995 township budget (Story in last week's Sun and News). — Held first readings of or­ dinances adopting the 1993 BOCA (Building Officials and Code Administrators) building, electrical, fire prevention, mechanical and plumbing codes. — Adopted, after a second reading, an ordinance requir­ ing compliance with the township's public water supp­ ly system policy. — Approved, after a se­ cond reading, an amendment See Sewer district. Page 3 Voters will decide outcome of 4 ballot proposals Nov. 8 by Teresa Frith Staff Writer Michigan voters will be faced with four ballot proposi­ tions in the general election Tuesday, Nov. 8. The four ballot proposals are: A — to convene a Consti­ tutional Convention or the purpose of drafting a general revision of the state constitu­ tion. The proposal asks, "Shall a convention of elected delegates be convened in 1995 to draft a general revision of the state constitution for presentation to the state s voters for their approval or rejection0 B — would limit criminal appeals. The proposed consti­ tutional amendment would re­ strict a criminal defendant who pleads guilty or no con­ test from appealing his or her conviction without the per­ mission of the court. Someone who pleads guilty or no con­ test to a crime now has the au­ tomatic right to appeal C — is a referendum on auto insurance on Public Act 143 of 1993. Changes in in­ surance under Proposal C would: • Roll back auto insurance rates to November 1992 lev­ els. with an average cut of 16 percent. • Freeze the new rales for See Proposals, Page 3 In This Issue... • Election coverage • Middleville Council mulls parking ordinance issue • Middleville man sentenced to prison in auto crash death • Thomapple voters to use new paper ballot system �Page 2 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / November 1. 1994 Walt DeLange faces Al Rice in State House contest by Barbara Gall . Staff Writer Republican State Represen­ tative Walt DeLange of Byron Center will vie with newcomer Al Rice of Wyom­ ing in this year’s race for the 72nd District seat Rice. 62. of 1721 Fountain View Court. Caledonia, took an unpaid leave of absence from his counseling job at Wyoming Rogers High School to seek political office for the first time. “I decided to run after what happened in Lansing last year with the education issues.” be said. “I got fed up and decid­ ed to try to do something about it .’’ An educator for the last 33 years. Rice has been active in the Wyoming Education Association and has served that organization as president for the last 11 years. “I’m proud to say that we have a great relationship with our administration in Wyom­ ing.” he added “Our group works with the administration in solving district problems.” Rice has taught at all levels of education and served as an administrator in the summer program originally called the Neighborhood Youth Corps, which provided summer jobs for disadvantaged youth. He said that he was disturb­ ed when legislators tried to solve education problems without ever consulting or even listening to the people who face those problems every day — teachers and administtators. “And now. after all we went through, there is still in­ equity in school funding, and charter schools could take millions of dollars from the public schools. Many in­ novative and effective pro­ grams already in existence in our schools could be threatened “1 believe we should try to improve education by pulling up our poorer schools, not by pulling down our good schools to mediocrity . ” Here are Rice s positions on several issues besides educa­ tion and charter schools: HB 5128 (teachers “anti­ strike” bill) — “This bill goes way beyond the teacher strike issue. It takes away the teachers' right to bargain, it limits what issues can be negotiated, it takes away the protection of choosing who serves on school improvement teams and requires the teachers accede to the school board in an impasse situation. “I would work to change some things, such as perhaps changing the impasse rule to binding arbitration, for instance “This bill affects all school employees, not just teachers, and it was passed with no public hearings on the written bill." Legalizing assisted suicide — “I’m a Right to Life can­ didate. so 1 oppose this. But I do have a concern about pain management. 1 don’t have the answer, but something should be done so that a painful ter­ minal condition can be alleviated. “ Legalized abortion — “I am Alto American Legion Post #528 Pancake Breakfast Sun., Nov. 6*9 to 11:30 am Open to the Public Everyone Welcome 6052 Linfield Ave., Alto Quality Programs. Walt DeLange against this, except to save the life of the mother " What to cut in a budget crunch — I would cut the corrections budget. 1 think we lock up too many people. Those who haven't committed violent crimes could face other punishments. “I would also look at real com containment for schools, such as consolidation or shar­ ing of services among districts which are located close together.” Crime — “1 think we must do more about crime preven­ tion For example, before the funding got cut. Wyoming formed a police liaision pro­ gram in which an officer was assigned to the high school and the feeder schools. A rap­ port grew up between the students and the officer, and the kids learned about law en­ forcement. I believe that pro­ gram had a positive carryover into the community. “1 also believe we need to teach kids about non-violent conflict resolution in the schools and through a liaision with the police. “We need to get automatic weapons off the streets, and I have no problem with the idea of a waiting period when pur­ Quality People Miller |J THUHftftLT Since 19$ 3. YANKEE SPRINGS AMA. This 10 plus acres is PAR, C 0.7 AC ----- L coldwattr Btvra ♦< is 2. SEE THS 4 BEDROOM HONE before it s too late. Features include a formal dining room, living room with fireplace, central air. shaded lot. 2 cor garage and on extra garage for storage. Middleville Schools. Coll Gene Poll, office 795 3305 or home 795 9521 . $72 900 4t i; 44 i contract terms $28,000 PRICE REDUCED on this 1.5 acre building sit* wooded blacktop rood and Middleville Schools. $17 900 Coll Gene Poll. office 795-3305 or bom* 795 9521 MIDDLEVILLE STAFF — Cathy Williamson CRS. GR1...795-9090 440' ___ 440 449’t L 440 FEET ON THE COLDWATER RfVER WOW! Three 10 7 acre building sites on th* Cold­ water River Each site has 440 ft of frontage on the river. Land contract terms possible Coll Koren Brown office 795 3305 or home 7%-«31 $23 900 each Kay Stolsonburg. Assoc Broker ....... 795 7272 Gene Poll. Assoc Broker. GR1. 795-9521 Karen Brown 795-9331 —- Office: 497 Arlington, M-37 UJ Phone (616) 795-3305 ««'O. . offices |N HASTINGS AND MIDDLEVILLE* Al Rice chasing guns.” Rice also believes that another issue is the care of the elderly in our society. “They have their own set of problems, such as transporta­ tion and nutrition, and we need to look at them. ” Rice said he believes he is qualified to be a legislator because of his diverse background. “In my work. 1 have ac­ quired listening skills and negotiating skills, and these are needed to bring bi­ partisanship back to Lans­ ing.” he said. ”1 also have a lot of ex­ perience dealing with people from all socio-economic backgrounds, and that would help me understand their problems. “1 believe I can bring new ideas to Lansing, and at my age. I’m obviously not a career politician.” Incumbent Republican Representative Walt DeLange, 62, lives in Byron Center, and is seeking his seventh term in the House. A home builder by profes­ sion, DeLange said he is runn­ ing for re-election because he thoroughly enjoys the work. "1 enjoy the people and working on problems. 1 want to bring closure to some of those problems where there is a difference of opinion, and 1 hope 1 can facilitate discussion and resolution of those dif­ ferences to the satisfaction of all the interested parties. “There is much to be done.” Here are DeLange’s posi­ tions on some of the current issues: Charter schools — “I have no problem with charter schools, which are public schools with a different ap­ plication. Contrary to what is being said, they are open to ail, they are not private schools. “I think their selling point is that they are less bound by the traditions of the public school system and so can be more creative and innovative than traditional public schools. “It is important to remember that these schools just don't spring up by themselves. They must be chartered by another authority and meet certain criteria to be authorized by the state and get BINGO LEJ American Legion Post *305 9548 Cherry Valley. Caledonia • THURSDAY • Early Bird - 6:30 PM state funding. ” HB 5128 (teachers "anti­ strike bill") — ”1 was the chief sponsor of this bill. Teacher strikes always have been illegal, but this bill does not take away the nght to strike. But if they strike, they are breaking the law and now will pay a penalty. “The bill does add some steps to the negotiating pro­ cess. however, which I think will improve it, and school boards can impose the ’last best offer’ privision of the bill only after all the other steps have failed. “It does give the school boards a little more clout, but in the past, the boards have had to negotiate under that threat of a strike. They even­ tually cave in because the public wants kids in school. “I believe this bill ‘levels the playing field' in the bargaining process." Legalizing assisted suicide — “I am opposed to that. However, people who are ter­ minally ill should have the right to decide whether to maintain their treatment. 1 believe in the termination of life support systems for a ter­ minally ill person if that is the patient's or the family’s wish, and if that wish is in concur rence with the opinion of medical professionals. “I do not believe, however, that a person should be allow­ ed to come in and kill so­ meone. as (Dr. Jack) Kevorkian has done. " Abortion — “I continue to oppose abortion, except to save the life of the mother. " Crime — “1 think in the case of juvenile crime we must have juvenile detention centers. We should not lock up young offenders with hardened adult criminals. “And while incarceration may be the only route for some, alternative punishments must be looked at for others. We must be able to assimilate these young people back into society after they serve their terms “Crime is a societal pro­ blem. The state can pass laws and put people in prisons, but we cannot address the root problem, which is the breakdown of the family and the weakening of the moral fiber tn our society. “I think one thing we can do is support the schools, for instance, which work with these students every day. “But this is a problem that must be addressed early in the young person’s life." What to cut in a budget crunch — “We are trying to create a tax structure at the state level that is less subject to the extreme ups and downs of the economic cycle. “But if there were a crunch.' we would have to look at things just as a family would. We’d be cutting the non-essentials that don’t directly affect people’s ability to survive, perhaps the service functions such as transporta­ tion. the DNR (Ik-p.iftment ot Natural Resources) and some of the regulatory functions “We should not cut pro­ grams that provide for essen­ tial needs like food and shelter, and we should not cut education." DeLange said he also would like to continue modifying the state tax structure, specifically cutting the intangibles lax and ensuring (hat all retirement and pension income would be taxed the same ‘‘I believe I’ve demonstrated an ability and willingness to work with various interests and groups to bring about legislation to ad dress their concerns." he said. “I have worked very hard as a representative, and I respond to letters and requests from my constituents. “I think my positions generally reflect the opinions ot the majority of the com­ munity 1 represent, and 1 think I’ve earned their support for another two years.” Ph. 795-3345 for Sun & News Classified ACTION ADS General Federated Women of Caledonia (G.F.W.C.) express sincere appreciation to... Caledonia Travel Stauffer & Wiggers Ins. State Bank of Caledonia for the Hoby Scholarships 1993 & 1994 �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / November 1, 1994 / Page 3 Kent Commission race pits newcomer against incumbent in 3rd District , by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Democrat James E. Turner of Lowell Township is challenging Republican in­ cumbent Judy Harrison for the Third District seat on the Kent County Board of Commissioners. Turner, who has lived in Lowell Township for 24 years, is president of the Public Employees Union of Grand Rapids “I have worked with the (Grand Rapids) City Commis­ sion and the Kent County Commission on a number of occasions, and I feel through these contacts that I have gain­ ed an understanding of our local government." he said “I also make it a point to keep up with what's happen­ ing in Kent County through the newspapers and in talking to our elected officials. " Turner discussed several concerns that he would deal with if elected to the commission. He said that townships in the district are having to levy extra taxes to support more police protection in their areas, and he said he believes that the county can afford to add some sheriff patrols in the outlying areas "With a $20 million unen- James E. Turner cumbered reserve, the county can afford to beef up protec­ tion in the townships." he said. In another crime-related issue, he said he would like to see the county continue to ex­ pand the honor camps for juvenile offenders. "Juvenile crime is one of the fastest growing problems we have," he said. "I agree with what the county has done so far to address this concern. I would just like to see this ac­ tion expanded " Another issue he discussed is the county recycling pro­ PROPOSALS, six months • Set medical benefits at $1 million per accident or $5 million if the insured pays a higher premium. Unlimited benefits arc offered now. • People who cause acci­ dents wouldn't be able to sue for pain and suffering. Unin­ sured drivers and those over 50 percent at fault would be prevented from collecting damages. • Offer good driver dis­ counts. • Control medical fees. Supporters of Proposal C say that it would give drivers a choice of how much cover­ age they wanted. Statistics show that only 249 out of three million traffic-related injuries have exceeded $1 million. Supporters also feel that rates wouldn't go up after the six-month freeze because medical benefit costs and liti­ gation costs would go down. Judy Harrison gram, which was dropped this year as too expensive. County residents now must pay for curbside recycling at their homes. "I’m not sure 1 agree with what they did. although at first it sounded like a good idea." Turner said. "But the more I talk to peo­ ple. the more skeptical I get. The county has made it more convenient for people to throw their trash away and more expensive to recycle in­ stead of the other way around. "There's got to be a better way to encourage recycling. continued from front page— Supporters include business and insurance interests, who say that premiums have been forced up by rising claim costs, increasing lawsuits and the need to build up financial reserves to cover big claims. Opponents of the proposal argue that there is no guaran­ tee that rates won t go up and that loopholes could eat up any rate cuts. Opponents in­ clude trial lawyers. Mothers Against Drunk Drivers and some medical care interest parties. A state-wide vote of the proposal was forced after a petition drive by opponents after lawmakers originally ap­ proved a bill last year. If not for the petition drive, it would have become law in April 1993. According to the latest fig­ ures available from the Na­ tional Association of Insur­ ance Commissioners, the an­ nual auto insurance premium Caledonia Arts and Crafts BAZAAR Caledonia High School Sunday, November 5,1994 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Free Admission • Lunch Served Free Parking • Raffle Pancake Breakfast COME ENJOY THE DAY! in Michigan in 1992 was 13th highest in the country. P — is a proposal to estab­ lish a Michigan State Parks Endowment Fund, increase the maximum allowable amount of funds in the Michi­ gan Natural Resources Fund and eliminate the diversion of dedicated revenue from the fund. The proposed constitutional amendment would: • Establish a Michigan State Parks Endowment Fund to be funded be certain royalties, bonuses and rentals collected by the state from the drilling of oil and gas or mining of minerals on state-owned land. • Require that money in the endowment fund be used to operate, maintain and improve Michigan parks. • Limit accumulated princi­ pal of the endowment fund to $800 million with annual ad­ justment. • Increase the maximum principal of the Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund from $200 million to $400 million. and I'm committed to help find that solution. I think the county has shot itself in the foot environmentally with the system we're now using." Turner said he supports the millage to establish a district library system to replace the old county library system. "I hate to say I'm in favor of another millage, but I do support this one." he said "I think the library is a worthwhile thing to spend money on. and we should keep it separate from county expenses. The library system is invaluable to the education of our students and an asset to the community." Turner said that as a county commissioner he would stay in touch with his constituents through visits to township meetings and by com­ municating frequently by phone, at least, with township supervisors in his district. "I also think quarterly visits to each village or township government are doable. It's important to touch bases as often as possible to see what's actually going on in the district. "Overall. I think there has to be a change on the commis­ sion. Right now, it seems to be difficult to get policies changed, and a better mix of people on that board might produce that change. " Judy Harrison, who lives in Alto, is seeking her fifth twoyear term on the commission. An insurance agent who now owns an agency, she said she wants to continue on the commission because she en­ joys the involvement. "I'm willing to get involv­ ed. and I like being informed politically." she said. "I not only like the work, but this in­ volvement also helps me per­ sonally to make better choices in whatever I vote for." Harrison cited several issues facing the county that related to the area's growth. One is the overcrowding at the Hail of Justice, and the need to decide how to handle this problem. Another issue related to growth is the increase of traf­ fic at the Kent County Interna­ tional Airport. “The amount of traffic is about three years ahead of projection, so we are moving forward on the construction of the new north-south runway " Completion date for the new runway, which she described as "an absolute necessity." is tentatively scheduled for late 1997, she said. She pointed out that the ex­ isting east-west runway is badly in need of repair, but must be entirely shut down for a year to accomplish those repairs. "We have to move forward on the new runway to be ready for the repair work on the old one.” she said. The commission also is working on the selection of a new county controller to replace the late Richard Platte, who retired last sum­ mer and then died tragically when struck by a bolt of lighting. A member of the Selection Committee. Harrison said the field is now narrowed to two candidates and the final inlerviews have just been completed. The expansion of the juvenile court is another area the commission is working on. she said. "We need more youth and family programs to help pre­ vent juvenile crime. The county needs to support strengthening family relation­ ships and programs which provide self esteem and character building activities for our young people "However, we do have to deal with the pn»blcm that is there, and we need facilities for those offenders. See 3rd District, Page 7 New Design Full Service Family Hair Styling Salon NEW! Casualwear & Sportswear NEW! 4 TANNERS: 2 Booths & 2 Deluxe Beds Caladonla Village Canter (M 37) • 891-9257 — As Always, Walk-ins Are Welcome — Club really adds up! £ a SEWER DISTRICT FROM FRONT PAGE to the Planned Mineral Removal (PMR) ordinance regarding the new Certificate of Compliance required for a PMR permit renewal — Reappointed Dorothy Memman and Steve Gould to the Township Zoning Board of Appeals. — Awarded snow plowing bids for township properties to James Rey about of Alto. — Accepted a $50 per week bid submitted by SG Cleaning for weekly cleaning of the library . — Approved a resolution establishing 1994 winter special assessment districts to be levied on the winter tax bills. These include the police and fire millage, sewer assessments. street lighting districts and the 7933-mill levy for Caledonia Township. Pay off Christmas *95 in advance Next Christmas, while everyone else watches the bills mount, you'll see the dividends of your Christmas Club account. Advance planning really pays off. Open your ’95 Christmas Club account today! Qtate Offices in Caledonia. Dutton & Middleville All 3 locations open all day, Mon. -Fri. and till Noon Sat ALEDONIA 68th ST. S.E.I 303 ARLINGTON] lllllilll 627 MAIN ST 3205 DUTTON MIDDLEVILLE 1 'lllllllr CALED0NIA I 891-8113 698-6337 795-33611 lllllllllliiillllinnrt^si �Page 4 I The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / November 1. 1994 Neighbors With. NORMA VELDERMAN Good morning everyone. In am sorry, but I had some pro­ blems this week and didn't get but to half of you folks. My eyes had a sharp change and it threw me into a very low spot. I waited one day and finally climbed up on top of this stumbling block. Cay is helping me with ex­ ercising Houston each even­ ing after supper After work­ ing at a deck job all day. she loves to get out and a walk around our hay field. We have a retractable leash for Houston He can go about 26 feet. By holding unto her arm I can go around the mile track. Houston is starting to learn the limits of the leash. One night two deer jumped out right in front of us and Houston joyfully turned to run with those big dogs, pulling Cay almost off of her feet. For­ tunately. Cay has been walk­ ing both of her sick horses around the field and so managed. Last night it was the first time that Houston ranged out in front of us. going to each side and not getting caught many times. Did he zonk out when he got back’ He’s still sleeping yet. Mary Noah said that life was good to her She has her good days and some not so good days, but she is very rich with wonderful family members calling her each week and daughter Mary stops to see how she is. Melvin and Kay always check up on her. so life is good She has her brother. Paul Leach, checking up on her daily. A while back she went up north and the col­ or was just beautiful. Grand­ son Greg is now practicing in Cheboygan. Lois Bremer said that a group of her family came over and they went to the Chicago area. A childhood friend of Tom s was celebrating her 50th wedding anniversary . So it was another wonderful family time. Bert Kenyon is outdoors cleaning up all the buildings so that everyone is clean and ready for the winter. Of course. Charlie, her dog is Brian Verlinde said they are moving into their home in Grand Rapids Beth Verlinde says that they are busy raking leaves. It is quite a big job. but it helps to get outdoors, which she loves to do. Betty Koeplinger said they had a birthday party for daughter missy, who turned 2. The whole family was there. Had a good visit with Pat Schondelmayer. Her life is very busy with her family members and all their children. Well, folks, that is the end of the news for this week Love you all and I send you a big hug. Have a good week. right at her side taking care that she does not get into trou­ ble. She says that it is so wonderful to have such a friend and watchdog They are constant companions and it helps to make her days go better w ith such a warm friend constantly at her side. Of course as w ith most of us dog owners, he generously let’s her use his car to go places. Isn’t it fun to spoil our pets just a little? Ett Van Sickle said that there was a christening in her family, but they will write it up for the paper. Lucille Getty said that David Steeby called on her Wednesday night. Last weekend, the Hart family went to visit Cathy in Ann Arbor. It was her 19th birthday , and so the family wanted to help her celebrate. It was on Sunday. Caledonia Woman’s Club to meet Thursday, Nov. 3 The Caledonia Woman’s Club, a member of the General Federation of Woman's Clubs, will hold a noon luncheon meeting on Thursday. Nov. 3 at Caledonia High School. Guests at the meeting will be the recipients of the Hugh O’Bnen Youth Leadership awards for high school sophomores The HOBY program is sponsored by the Federation of Woman s Clubs, and in Caledonia, the cost of the seminar weekend is under­ written by local businesses. LOCAL CHURCH] DIRECTORY ALASKA fl BAPTIST CHURCH IB A Living Church — Serving a Living Lord H SUNDAY....... 9:45 a.m., 11:00 a.m. A 6 00 p.m. RH ■3 WEDNESDAY.............. Family Night - 6:30 p m 7240 68th Street, SE — Caledonia 2 mile* east of M-37 Pastor. Rev. Brian F Harrison Youth Pastor, Darrel L Schrock § CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH g B DS 13 Sunday Services........ 9:30 a m. & 6:00 p.m. El M-37 at 100th St., Caledonia, Ml Church Office: (616) 891-1512 "A church with a caring heart for our community and the world” Rev. Gerald Van Oyen Al Tierneyer Community Calling CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY fl CATHOLIC CHURCH Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Rev. James Cusack § Phone 891-9259 FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville Bruce N. Stewart, Pastor Lee Taylor, Assistant Pastor Saturday Evening Mass......................... 5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass.................... 9:00 a.m. * 11:00 a.m. KETTLE LAKE | INDEPENDENT REFORMED Mg Proclaiming the Historic Reformed Faith. 1 WELCOME TO Gaines Unital Brethren Church Kalamazoo Avenue at 92nd Street Catakmu. Michigan Telephone 698-8252 IX WF -€01 ~ 1 -- Pastor Mark Beers Pastor Scott Taylor Reaching People With Christ 8:30 am to 9:30 am — First Worship Service 9:30 am to 9:45 am — Coffee Fellowship 9:45 am to 10:45 am — Sunday School 10:45 am to 11 00 am — Coffee Fellowship 11:00 am to 12:00 — Second Worship Service Nursery and Children’s Church will be provided during both services "$•< an axampie in spuech, tn Ma, m tovs. m faith and in purity ' 1 Timothy 4:12 jUTost Mnlu Knsaru Traditional Roman Catholic Latin Mass Rev. Fr. Francisco Radecki, CMRI 314 E. Main, Middleville Phone: 795-9030 Sacred Heart Devotions gj Rev. Bobby Dale Whitlock Bl LEIGHTON UNITED METHODIST 1 I A - 20 Minutes before Mass WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 8546 Whitneyville Ave at 84th St *891 -8661 The Church where evefY&xh is somebody... ..and Jesus Chnst is Lord" “God Cares for You” Cornerstone Wesleyan Church Peace Reformed Church Barrier Free • M-37 between Caledonia & Middleville Located in Leighton Township Comer of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Sunday Worship Services Sunday Morning Worship (Interpreted for hearing impaired)........................ 9:30a.m. Sunday School.......................................................... 11:10a.m. Sunday Evening Service............................................. 6:30p.m. Pioneer Club (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday..................... 6:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting - Wednesday...........................7:00 p.m. Youth Fellowship - Sunday.............................. 5:00 p.m. RAY TOWNSEND. Poster TIM DOUBLESTEIN. Youth Director Sunday School *45-10:45 Wednesday Night “Family Night”...... 6:45-8:15 Includes Adventure Club. Choirs for Children and Adulb, High School Youth Group and Adult Clasio For information call: 891-8119 St. Paul Lutheran MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED Kraft Ave & 84th St.. Caledonia, Mi (Missouri Synod) “Be devoted to one another in brotherly love." Rom. 12:10 708 West Main Street Morning Worship Service............ 10:00 a.m Sunday School.............................. 11: 15 a.m. Evening Worship Service............... 6:00 p.m. YOU ARE INVITED Rev Roger Timmerman, Pastor 795-3667 MIDDLEVILLE and PARMELEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES First Service............................... 8:30 a.m. Sunday School.......................................... 9:45a.m. (Fellowship Coffee 9:45 a m to 10:00 a.m.) Bible Classes............................................ 10.00am. Second Service............................... 11XX) am (All Services have a Nursery available) Rev. Robert Gerke Office: 891-8688 Church: 891-9878 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 4 -jy. 12200 Chief Noonday Road (* Gun Lake) Wayland, Michigan 49348 • 795 7903 Barrier Free / Programs for All Ages 111 Church Street Parmelee Morning Worship........... 9 30 a.m Middleville Sunday School............ 9 45 a m Middleville Worship...................... 11 00 a m 8:30 or 11:00,6:00 Children's Church/Youth Wtxship during morning services. Caraway St puppet ministry for K-4(h during evening services Qni Qn->Q OY1 "OUZO Confessions and Rosary: - . Sunday Wontap 10:00 am A Surulay School 11 15 “ ? Wedneaday Rev. Lynn Wagner — 795-3798 Rev. Carroll Fowler — 765-5316 6 00 pm. Church Office Phone — 795-9266 cDljc (Did {Uimr <48rll|udi»t (Church 5590 Whitneyville Ave, S.E. Alto, Michigan 49302 Sunday School................ 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship ........... 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship............... 6:00 p.m. Services — Wednesday Prayer Meeting/ Sunday School.............. 10:00 am Children's Classes........ 7:00 p.m. Morning Worship....................... 11:00 am. Royle Bailard, Pastor Evening Worship..................................8:00p.m. — 868-6437 — Pastor Jeffrey Lee Phone 795-7076 B Church School.............. 9:30 a.m. Meeting at the Comer of K Choir Practice ................ 9:30 a.m. H Worship Service 10:30a.m. Wood School Rd. and Wing Rd. 250 Vine Street Church Office — 891-8669 Parsonage — 891-8167 LAKESIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH - 1 Sun. Morning Worship........... 10:30 a.m. Sunday School.............................................. 9:45a.m. Sunday School...........................9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service..... 11:00 a.m. Evening Service........................ 6:00 p.m. Sunday Evening Service............................... 6.00p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer...................... 6:45p.m. Reu. Bernard Mulder, Pastor 868-6306 Word of Life Chib*. ............................6:45 p.m. Sundot School............... 9:30 a.m. Services at 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Wontvp............... —10:30 am. M and 6:00 p.m. Sunday Evening Worship........... _........ 6 00 p.m. H Worshipping at Kettle Lake School Wed M<rwee« >ayer A Boe S»uOy...... 700 p.m ft on Whitneyville Road itev MBarr Dobton. Pastor N_______ South of 68th Street________ Stove xxxxr radh Pastor CALEDONIA | UNITED METHODIST r9 CHRISTIAN REFORMED 6201 Whitneyville Avenue Sunday Mass: 4.00 P.M. N - ' ___________ ___________________________________________________________________ The Reorganized CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST of Latter Day Saints 8146 68th St near Whitneyville Ave. . tyCto. Church School, Sunda*........................... 9 45 am Morning Worship ® 11:00 a m. Evening Worship....... 6:00p.m. Wed F’el,o*'sh*P....... 7:30 p m (m homes or church) call Pastor Robert Loesch 698-6027 �The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml / November 1, 1994 I Page 5 Middleville man has large collection of husking pins by Jean Gallup Staff Writer Imagine having a fine, comprehensive collection of a certain thing. That no one can identify That's Walt Eavcy's situation as he talks about his collection of husking peg* a f "I don't even know why I started collecting them," he said. "I don’t remember where I got the first one." But. like a true collector, the man from Middleville saw another one that was different from the first, and purchased that one, too. Now he has nearly 100 of the items most commonly called husking pins. The function of a husking pin is to help the husker take the dry outside husk from an car of com at harvest, and save the fanner’s hands from the sharp blades that cover corn when it's dry and ready to pick. To husk an car of com, the husker starts at the top of the car, and '"peels" the husk with the husking pin, rolling the hand at the same time and then snapping the husk from the cob at the base of the car. Telling how to do it takes considerably longer than Stop and see Your Choice is Clear Richard J. Choryan, O.D. DOCTOR OF OPTOMETRY 133 E Main St., Caledonia, Ml 891-9224 Walt Eavey shows part of his collection of husking pegs. The oldest has 1867 engraved on it. Walt Eavey pops an ear of corn out of the husk using a husking peg doing it, and a demonstration is hard to follow because it doesn't work well in slow motion. Husking pins were generally made by the individual farmers before mechanization, and most could be considered "custom” made. "No one had any money to buy them," Walt said, "they made them for themselves. They even have small gloves for kids." Many have a leather glove that straps around the hand with a "hook" or prong set in the glove; some are as simple as a pointed peg carved to hold in the hand, with perhaps a thong to go around one finger. Walt learned how to handle a husking pin from a 70 year devotee of the art at a state and national com husking contest Walt attended in Iowa in 1991. The competition in husking is divided into classes of men and women, boys and girls and further into age groups in those classes. During the contest, contestants arc given rows of com to husk for a set amount of time. They usually have a team of horses walking along side pulling a wagon. A high piece of something similar to plywood, called a "bangboard," on the far side of the wagon catches the com that otherwise might fly right over the wagon. There is no time to aim for a wagon during husking, Walt said. "They claim that a good husker can keep an ear of corn in the air all of the time," he commented, "from what I’ve seen, I believe it.” Each contestant gets a certain amount of time to husk. In the case of men, it's 30 minutes, the women and children have shorter times; some as brief at 10 minutes for the very young. The winners are those who husk the most corn by weight. To discourage huskers from selecting just the large, heavy ears a "follower' picks every com cob that the husker misses, and for each cob they miss, that weight comes off the total, Walt explained However, the really old timers at the business will sometimes leave very small ears, knowing that the extra large cobs they do pick will more than cover the penalty, he said. Also, at the weigh station, a fellow inspects the corn to see if it is ’clean" or properly husked, and if it isn't, they throw out the ear. Walt said. His teacher came in third in his age group, Walt recalled. Husking pins are still in use by the Amish, and are still being made, be said He has examples of pins that arc made of bone, wood. metal, horn and copper brass and steel. Some are manufactured, with one stamped "Clark Com Queen" patented 12-5-1911. The wood used was always hard wood, because of the hard wear the pins got. The pins in his collection range in age from one made in 1867 to last year, with Walt finding them in garage sales, flea markets, antique shows and yard sales. Though most people, even those who sell them, don't realize what (he pins arc, a recent experience tells Walt that may be changing. A woman who had one for sale, asked $55 for it. Walt declined. Prices he paid for his pins range from $3 to $15 or $16, he said, with the most expensive costing $18. Some arc even given to him. As long as Walt knows how to husk corn from the field, and he has a farmer friend who doesn’t mind, right about this time of (he year he goes into a com field to practice the art of corn husking. He husks several bushels of com for bird feed over the winter and enjoys doing what all farmers did as a routine chore in the past Alto American Legion Post #528 Swiss Steak Dinner Fri.,Nov. 4th • 5 to 8 pm Open to the Public — Everyone Welcome — 6052 Linfield Ave., Alto State Bank of Caledonia Premier Club INVITES YOU TO JOIN US St. Ignace Trip WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY NOVEMBER 16 & 17 Kewadin Inn Our club is hosting a fun-packed two day Casino trip to St, Ignace which includes motorcoach and overnight accommodations. Each person will also receive a package which includes the following: 1. Two $10 rolls of quarters 2. $10 chip coupon 3. $5 keno play 4. Three pull tabs 5. Two drink tickets 6. Draw chance 7. Free continental breakfast Cost of Trip; $65 per double occupancy. *90 per single occupancy. Meals are on your own. Reservations must be made by Nov. 9. Reserve now - space is limited. Tte trip is for our Special State Bank of Caledonia Premier Club Members only so if you have friends who would like to go have them stop in the bank and Jom the Club TATE K AJLEDONIA OF FDIG 627 EAST MAIN STREET CALEDONIA. Ml 49316 PHONE. (616) 891-8113 �Page 6 / The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml / November 1, 1994 Donald Reid challenges Posthumus for state senate Republican incumbent Dick Posthumus, who is seeking his fourth term in the Michigan Senate, will face Democratic challenger Donald T. Reid in the race Nov. 8 for the 31st District seat. Reid. 51, lives at 3533 Wilex in Wyoming, and has retired from his manufactur­ ing job at General Motors after 22 years with the company He is Civil Rights Chairman ‘ for the Area Council for the United Auto Workers. Region l-D. While this is his first ven­ ture into state politics, he said he believes his experience as past president of the NAACP, and his work on the Alloca­ tions Board of the United Way and the Board of the ACLU has familiarized him with the skills he'd need in government office. “This background has taught me how to negotiate, how to find out about issues and how to work with peo­ ple." he said. He said he decided to run for office because he is “tired of politicians not letting peo­ ple know what’s going on in Lansing until after the fact. They are not saying to the people. ‘These are the bills being put on the table ” For instance, he said, he did not believe state residents were adequately informed on all the effects of the recent property lax cuts. “They didn't talk about how our cities and towns can die because they don’t have the money to operate after this tax cut. “In the long run, we’re still paying the same bills, just in other ways," he said. He also wants to run because he believes people of color in this district need to feel they are represented in Lansing. Here are Reid's positions on several major issues in the state: Charter schools — “I feel they are another way to start a private school with public school money. If we re going to educate our kids, let's use our money so all kids get a good education. We should improve all our public schools. We need to make the tax dollars equal for every kid in the stale." HB 5128 (the so-called “anti-teachers strike" bill) — “Coming from a labor background. I think there should be a way to negotiate. There should not be a stipula­ tion that takes away the right to strike. This bill gives all the power to one side. When you only have one way to go. that is not the democratic way to do business." State funding for Tiger Stadium — “If the state is go­ ing to fund it, the citizens should have some return from it. Some process should be put in place so that some of the stadium revenues come back to all areas of the state, not just Detroit. If that could hap­ pen. then 1 could be in favor of state funding ” Legalizing assisted suicide — “This is a touchy subject because there is so much suf­ fering in some of these situa­ tions. How long do we let a person suffer or stay alive on a life support system? I believe that only One can give or take away life, but on the Re-Elect Judy Harrison County Commissioner Republican Paid for by the Committee to Re-Elect Judy Harrison Russ Olivier, Treasurer Donald Reid other hand. I would hate to see people have to commit suicide or kill a suffering loved one as has happened. This is an issue we should require the families (of the suffering person) to disuss and understand. " Legalized abortion — "This is a moral question that the couple must make from their own conscience. Government is trying to get involved in (the decision), but 1 would pro­ bably vote to protect the woman's rights and help do away with (he illegal abortions." Capital punishment — “1 think the criminal system should be restructured. Habitual criminals should be locked up for life, but 1 don't believe we need to kill that in­ dividual. Only the Creator can take away life. I have trouble with the ‘eye for an eye’ philosophy, but I do believe the habitual criminals should be put to work in jail and any money they earn to go to the families of their victims.” Where to cut in a budget crunch — “I believe we must find a balance between limiting social programs and other kinds of expenses. We shouldn’t wipe out programs that help people, but rather lake dollars from each area necessary in state operations. There are a lot of wasteful programs, such as giving state funds to large corporations for retraining their employees. " Crime — “We’re not train­ ing youngsters for the new work force of today. We ask why we have dysfunctional families, but parents are working two and three jobs just to maintain their lifestyles, and so the kids run wiki. Other industrialized na­ tions take better care of their people than we do . ” Reid sa.d he felt he could bring new, fresh ideas to state government. “Change is good for government and helps everyone get representation. 1 believe 1 could represent all the people in the district in a good way.” Republican incumbent Dick Posthumus. 44. is the state senate majority leader and a farmer. He and his family live at 7815 Alden Nash in Alto. Posthumus said that when he first ran for office in 1982. residents were burdened with a high tax rate and people were leaving Michigan He said that taxes have been cut 11 times in the last four years and both large and small businesses in Michigan are growing. “I think the most important thing we need to do is con­ Dick Posthumus tinue to reduce the size of government and the tax rate." he said. He said the most important issue facing the state was to educate its children for the future. “The next most important thing is to make sure there are jobs here for them when they get out of school." he said. He offered his positions on some of the issues in the state: Charter schools — “I was a sponsor of this bill and a strong proponent. I believe charter schools are another alternative to meet the educa­ tional needs of our kids. Charter public schools allow the setup of new schools within a school as well as new kinds of schools within a district. These schools also of­ fer flexibility to teachers and allow them to teach in new ways.” HB 5128 (“teachers anti­ strike bill) — “I supported this bill because it is critical that kids be in school. Teachers still could go out on strike, but now they would lose pay for it, just like workers in any other business. “This bill is not an attack on teachers. I think they are better prepared and asked to do more than at any time in history.” State funding for Tiger Stadium — “I would be will­ ing to look at the funding of the infrastructure around the stadium, but not for the stadium itself.” Assisted suicide — ‘ I sup­ ported legislation to restrict assisted suicide I believe it is dangerous to have legislation that allows a person to assist in taking another person’s life.” Legalized abortion — “I have always been pro-life, unless the life of the nwwher is at stake If you write rape and incest into the law. yini create loopholes. Those are difficult circumstances and hard to in­ clude without creating oppor­ tunities for abortions where neither rape nor incest really were involved." Where to cut in a budget crunch — "The size of state government. But I don't think we’ll see this because the tax cut has improved the economy in Michigan.” Crime — “This is clearly one of the moat critical issues facing our generation. Long term, I believe we must deal with the breakdown of the family. Kids committing crimes tend to be from broken homes, anti we must en­ courage family strength. “Short term, we must deal with the protection of the public. Now it’s harder to get parole, which will help keep the offenders off the streets We need to create a prison for only young offenders, so they are not thrown in with adult crimininals and so they can See Senate seat, Page 7 Call for Classifieds Phone 795-3345 MACOMBER WELDING & MILLWRIGHT SERVICE INC. • CUSTOM FABRICATION • WELDING and REPAIR • ARC * MIG * TIG • PORTABLE WELDING ’ TRAILER REPAIR • SNOWPLOW REPAIR ...Call for appointment 3255 68th St., Dutton, Ml 49316 Ph. 698-0819 • Fax 698-3065 �The Sun and News, Middlevilla. Ml / November 1, 1994 I Page 7 State Senate election mirrors liberal vs. conservative struggle by Nick Hoffman Staff Writer In an election year of stark political contrasts between liberal and conservative can­ didates, the race for the 23rd State Senate seat is typical. Joanne Emmons, of Big Rapids, is the Republican candidate for the new district. Scott Manning, of Six I^akes, is running as the Democratic candidate. Though the two have simi­ lar views on some issues, their political philosophies diverge on such issues as abortion, charter schools and education reform, with Emmons on the conservative side and Manning tending toward the liberal view. Emmons is a sitting state senator. She has served as a member of the State House and as a township official, SENATE SEAT From Page 6 From previous page — receive the kind of attention appropriate for their age "We also need to make more use of the boot camps.' where kids work, gain self­ esteem and learn discipline Posthumus said he would want voters to remember that in 1982 there was a high pro­ perly tax. high taxes in general and a great concern about the slate s schools. In the last four years, he emphasized, taxes have been cut. unemployment has drop­ ped and young and older couples now can afford to buy or to keep their homes. “We have made a commit­ ment to run Michigan more efficiently, more like a business. I hope our voters will agree with the direction we’ve taken.” bring her public service total to 18 years She also has helped operate a family-owned dairy business for 25 years Manning has served on the Montabella Board of Educa­ tion for four years and has been active with the Michigan Association of School Boards. He has done paid and volun­ teer work at a community col­ lege and he is working to de­ velop his own consulting business. Next Tuesday, voters of the 23rd State Senate District, which includes the counties of Barry, Ionia. Mecosta. Mont­ calm and Isabella, will decide which of the hopefuls they will send to Lansing. The following is a senes of questions of the candidates, on their stands on some cur­ rent issues: 1. ABORTION: What is your position on abortion? Should it be kept legal? 3rd DISTRICT RACE, “I believe that some of this problem can be attributed to growth. It brings beneifts to our area, but it brings pro­ blems as well Harrison said she also sup­ ports the district library millage and like her opponent, regards the library system as an asset to everyone in the community “The old county system has been so financially tight that it's time for a district system that will provide stable fun­ ding.” she said. ‘‘I hope it will receive the strong support of the people. On the quest am of county support for police protection in the townships, she said that the Kent County Sheriff s Department is looking at the possibility of a substation, possibly in the Dutton area, and this would provide more protection in Third District townships. “This is still in the negotiating stage, but I think it will come to be.” she said. “I get lots of calls about traffic problems and I know the sheriff would like this, too.” She pointed out that the County Commission has very little say about actual road im­ provement. but that she is from p. 3 always willing to field calls from constituents and pass their concerns on to the Kent Count) Road Commission Concerning the recycling issue, she agreed that residents’ having to pay for trash haulers to pick up their recyclables probably is a disincentive to recycling. But the abuse of the county recycl­ ing centers had grown too great to continue them, she explained. “I think we all have to realize that we have a respon­ sibility to pitch in and help our environment.” she urged. “And we may have to pay a few dollars extra to do that. But we all need to help make Kent County a better place for us. for our children and our grandchildren, and that is worth a few dollars. I think, compared to the millions it takes to clean up some of sites in our state “I have lived here all my life. My roots, my family are in this community, so I care about the county and par­ ticularly this Third District. I think I have the most beautiful district in all of Kent County, and I hope by being active. I can help keep it the beautiful place to live that we’ve enjoyed.” 2. TEACHER S STRIKES: How do you feel about the State Legislature s passage earlier this year of an anti­ teachers strike law? 3. TIGER STADIUM: How do you feel about state fund­ ing support for building a new Tiger Stadium'’ 4 PROPOSAL A: How do you feel about passage of Proposal A for education? 5: CUTS: If you were to see 9. GUNS: What do you think of a recent law that ex­ pels students for bringing guns to school? What should be done with those students? a budget crunch coming, w here do you feel cuts should be made ’ 6. SUICIDE: How do you feel about legalizing physi­ cian-assisted suicide'’ 7. DEATH PENALTY: Do you favor capital punishment? DO you think it will deter crime? 8 CHARTER SCHOOl^: How do you feel about charter schools? 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MANNING: The Democrat said he is pro-choice and will support the United States Supreme Court's decision in the case of Roe vs. Wade to uphold womens right to have abortions. Manning said the state cannot pass legislation dealing with the issue since the court s ruling would take precedence He added that the term "pro-choice" does not mean "pro-abort ion." It simply means supporting the right of women to chose for them­ selves. Proposal A Teachers' strikes EMMONS: It has been ille­ gal for Michigan teachers to strike for many years now, Emmons said. She said she supported the recent measure because it added penalties to the law if teachers went on strike. She said until the law was passed, teachers were the only union organization that could strike and still receive full pay The law also establishes fines that can be assessed to school board members if they Joanne Emmons Scott Manning lock out teachers, she said. The addition of penalties was an important step in dis­ couraging strikes by teachers. Emmons said. She said strikes by teachers are bad because they disrupt the school year and hurt the learning process. "I think they're very de­ structive to children." she said. MANNING: Manning said he opposed the legislation that established penalties for striking teachers because the measure takes away the teachers' collective bargaining rights and right of free speech. The law is just the first step, he said. The State legislature is also considering a bill that would make Michigan a "right to work" state, which would destroy the ability of state workers to bargain with their employers collectively, he said. That means people would be working for less, he said, adding that workers in "right to work" states earn wages 19 percent lower than workers in other states. W3 UNSATIONS jf-'-s thee place for tanning and nails 891-4040 •790 Cherry Valley Road (M 37) Bahind Farot Maa in Caiadoma O’fN Monday-fnoor • to I pm. Opan it Ilin SrunJay Tiger stadium EMMONS: "I believe they should build their own sta­ dium, Emmons said. "I do not TERRY GEIGER Republican for State Representative A COMMITMENT TO OUR COMMUNITY Hello, I'm Terry Geiger. My wife, Jan, and I, and our three children have made my campaign for the 87th House District seat a family commitment. I am running for state representative because I believe I can make a difference and because I have the full support of my family. I grew up here and have lived, worked and raised my family in Barry and Ionia Counties. Now I want to give back to our community some of what it has given us. The close-knit, family-oriented atmosphere of this area has given us vital life experiences, educational opportunities and a healthy business climate. As a business and community leader, I have faced many challenges, but with community support, we've worked together to find solutions. I will take those ex­ periences to Lansing, using them to provide legislative leadership. We must continue moving the state in a healthy direction on the economy, jobs, education, crime preven­ tion, and other issues important to Michigan families. Please support my candidacy to keep moving Michigan forward. Vote November 8th EMMONS: The senator said she is "very pleased" the new system was approved by voters because it moved funding for public schools away from property taxes to a more diversified tax base. Proposal A was necessary. Emmons said, because fund­ ing public schools with prop­ erty taxes led to a lot of finan­ cial inequality. Some schools in Emmons’ district could not get a millage passed and would "die in their tracks" had the system of funding not been changed, she said. Proposal A makes sure their is funding available for all schools, she said. MANNING: Though Pro­ posal A shifted the burden of funding public schools from the backs of property owners. Manning said he did not sup­ port it because it failed to re­ solve ongoing funding prob­ lems such as equity between schools. The "badly-crafted bill" also left a $43 million tax loophole for the tobacco industry, Manning said. Cuts EMMONS: Michigan's economy is improving. Em­ mons said, and she expects it continue to rebound from re­ cent economic difficulties. Though the state has trimmed its budget in the past several years, she said there is more to do. "We are still spending money on very specialized projects that help a small number of people," she said. She named the Detroit 7joo and the Detroit Symphony Orchestra as two examples. Emmons said local projects should be funded locally and state funds should go to pro­ jects that benefit all of Michi­ gan's residents. MANNING: If Michigan's budget is going to be cut, Manning said, the state should go to a zero-based budget format. This method would provide full funding only to programs mandated by the federal gov­ ernment and the state consti­ tution, he said. "Everything that is not a mandate is subject to a budget cut," Manning said. He said programs that are ineffective should be among the cuts. Suicide EMMONS: Physician-as­ sisted suicide is a bad idea, Emmons said. She said she did not think physicians should be put in a position ot preserving life and helping some patients to die. "I feel that's the wrong thing for the medical community to be doing." she said. She said she is also worried about possible abuses in the system and senior citizens be­ ing taken advantage of. MANNING: The state should not put a law regarding physician-assisted suicide on the books. Manning said. The issue is one to be de­ cided by the patient, the fam­ ily and the doctor, he said. He does not want the issue legislated because that would tie the hands of prosecutors looking for abuses in suicide cases, he said. He would rather allow prosecutors to examine each case to deter­ mine if the death was a sui­ cide or a homicide, he said. Death penalty EMMONS: The constitu­ tion prohibits establishing a death penalty. Emmons said, and only a petition drive by the electorate can put the issue on the ballot. She said she would support a death penalty, however, for "heinous" crimes, like firstdegree murder and rape. MANNING: "In cases of mass murder — yes," Man­ ning said. He echoed Emmons' as­ sessment that unless the peo­ ple put the issue on the ballot, it is not allowed by the stale constitution. Charter schools EMMONS: The senator said she supported the legisla­ tion that created charter schools. She said charter schools are public schools without boundaries that will provide children with a better education than regular public schools. "People with money have always had the ability to send kids to any school," she said. Charter schools allow poorer people the opportunity to send their children to a better school than thed local public school. MANNING: Charter schools are private schools. Manning said, unless they are operated by a school district and governed by an elected board of education. "I don’t support giving pub­ lic money for private schools,” he said. Any charter school should be governed by an elected board of education, he said. Gum EMMONS: Emmons said she supported the recent bill that would expel students who brought guns to school. "I think it's important to support the 99 percent of the kids who do not bring guns to schools.” she said. She said that lets parents know the state wants a safe atmosphere at schools. Be­ cause everyone under lb years old is required to attend school, expelled students un­ der 16 should be placed in an alternative education program, she said. MANNING: Manning said he agreed with (he law's at­ tempt to do something about crime and guns in school. He would have had to vote against it, however, because it did not address what to do with students who are ex* polled. Some legislators have sug­ gested putting the students in alternative programs, he said, but the state is not fully Bind­ ing such programs. He said he would like to sec Continued next page- ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★ On November 8th PLEASE VOTE L - Loyal 0 - Open F - Fair T - Truthful U - Unique S - Sincere ...for your Next County Dist. No. 2 Commissioner Paid for by the Committee to Elect Loftus for County Commissioner, 4104 Johnson Rd., Middleville, Ml 49333 ★★★★★★★★★★********** LEW NEWMAN for County Commissioner Orangeville — Yankee Springs Twp. Pa»d tor by Geiger for Slate Representative. P O Bo* 88. Woodland Ml 488970088 Paid tor by the Committee to Elect Lew Newman. 12734 Marsh Rd.. Shelbyville �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / November 1. 1994 / Page 9 Edwards, Geiger have spirited debates in race for state representative by David T. Young Editor The two candidates for stale representative from the 87th District are similar in some ways, but very different in many others Democrat Robert Edwards and Republican Terry Geiger are battling to succeed Re­ publican Bob Bender, who has decided to retire after serving in the State House since 1982. Bender himself endorsed the candidacy of Geiger, even before a primary in August that included seven GOP hopefuls. The endorsement could be a big help, but Geiger's primary opponents and Edwards have called him "the annointed one" with some derision. Both Geiger and Edwards are businessmen and township officials. Geiger has been a Woodland Township Trustee for the past two years Ed­ wards has been Rutland Township Supervisor since 1983. Geiger is a former chairman of the Barry County Republi­ can Party. Edwards is a for­ mer chairman of the Barry County Democratic Party. But the similarities end there. Edwards likes to point to his more than 20 years of ex­ perience in state and local an FOR LOANS. FOR CREDIT CARDS. 0^1 JOE. Abortion Geiger, endorsed by Michi­ gan Right to Life, is against all abortion except to save the life of the mother. He said. "The basic roles is to protect lives. There are a very small SENATE RACE from page 8 Call me Joe, because that's my name. Joe. As in Joe Castillo. I'm a loan offi­ cer. For NBD. And I'm taking my office on-the-road. I want to intro­ duce you to all of the great loans you can get from NBD. NBD Home Improvement, Auto, RV and Boat Loans; Home Equity Credit Lines, and credit cards. You name it. 1'11 help you apply for it. Just check the times listed below, and arrange to see me soon. You'll find me helpful. You'll find me friendly. And when it comes to consumer loans, you'll find I'm not just any Joe. 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Nine questions were asked of both candidates, though Geiger answered many of them before the primary The issues include abortion, assisted suicide, the new law against teachers' strikes, fund­ ing a new Tiger Stadium with public tax dollars, passage of Proposal A to raise the sales tax and cut property taxes, where budget cuts should be if a crunch came along, the death penalty, charter schools, and why one should be elected rather than his oppo­ nent. The following is a summary of their positions on these is­ sues: Copy^gN 1994 the expelled students go into an alternative education pro­ gram or to a juvenile deten­ tion center if they were vio­ lent. Why you? Emmons also said the state has made "an astounding number of tax cuts" recently and she hopes she will be able to continue the wend if she is elected. The state should be taxpayer-friendly and return excess revenue to the tax pay­ ers, she said. She said voters should elect her to the senate seat because she has had a wide range of governmental experience. She has served in the senate, the house and on her area school board, she said. "Because of all those expe­ riences, I can pul myself in the taxpayer's shoes," she said. "I am committed to making Michigan as nice a place for taxpayers as there is in the U.S." Manning said Emmons' district has lost $120 million in revenue sharing for the lo­ cal governments while Em­ mons has been in office He also claimed state aid to Central Michigan University has only increased $3 per stu­ dent over the past four years uhile tuition costs have gone up S900 per student ’We need someone that will truly represent us and fight for the needs of our cities and our communities/ Manning said ’She has not done a very good job’ Manning said that is why he is running — to ensure the district gets equal representa­ tion in the State Legislature you’re a good Christian, your judgment is before the Almighty, not before a politi­ cian." Teachers' strike law Robert Edwards Terry Geiger percentages of cases of rape and incest, and that deflects from the issue of violent crime.” Edwards, who is pro­ choice, said, "The decision on abortion already has been made by the U.S. Supreme Court. A woman has a right to choose in this country, though 1 may not agree. If we really believe that we want less government intrusion into our lives, we must support the Supreme Court decision." Edwards, who favors re­ stricted assisted suicide, said, "We have no law in Michigan governing assisted suicide. It's personal choice again. If Assisted suicide Geiger, who opposes it, said, "When you look at it on a personalized basis, it be­ comes a more complex issue. But there are other alterna­ tives to ease the pain and suf­ fering. We don’t have the moral authority to determine the end of someone else’s life." Geiger supports the legisla­ tion. though he noted that teachers' strikes have been il­ legal for a long time "I felt that was needed legislation." he said. "I would not favor repeal." He said that a controversial part of law that allows school boards to implement their "last best offer” could be dealt with by "closure or some kind of binding arbitration for set­ tlement." Edwards opposes it. calling it "a very punitive measure at education. "As I have said l*eforc. if we believe in the slate not get­ ting in to local matters, that See State rep. Page 11 Family Dental Care Ronald B. Stegehuis, D.D.S. 891-1240 We welcome new patients. Please call for your appointment available Monday-Friday. 9505 Cherry Valley Rd. Caledonia - on M-37 in the new State Farm Bldg just north of the light V.C.R. 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The Third District seat, un­ til a year ago, had been held by popular longtime Con­ gressman Paul Henry, who died of brain cancer on July 31. 1993. Ehlers, of Ckand Rapids, the only physicist in Congress, is a former professor at Calvin College and was a state senator at the time of Henry’s death. Flory, of Grand Rapids, is a longtime public school teacher and an activist within the Kent County and Third Congressional District Demo­ cratic Party organizations Konicov. who lives in Alto, docs marketing for "Connect­ ing Link" magazine. Normandin is a former spe­ cial education teacher from New Jersey who moved to Grand Rapids in 1988 and since then has been a lecturer and consultant, doing stress reduction programs. She ran Tor the same congressional post in 1992. The Third Congressional District includes all of Kent and Ionia counties and in Barry County the City of Hastings and the townships of Woodland. Rutland (’baiter. Hastings Charter, Castleton, Irving and Carlton and about two-thirds of Hope Township. liach of the candidates was asked six questions and was invited to talk about any other issues. The six questions were: 1. How do you feel about U.S. foreign policy in the last two years? What, if anything, would you suggest to change il? 2. What do you think of the Republican Party's "contract with America," which in­ cludes an increase in military spending, tax cuts and a call for a balanced budget amendment? 3. What do you think needs to be done to deal effectively with the national budget deficit? 4. Do you believe that crime is the biggest problem facing the nation? What do you think needs to be done? 5. Barry County is carved up into three congressional districts. What would you do to make sure that it is repre­ sented well in Washington? 6. Why should voters select you over your opponents? Vem Ehlers 1. FOREIGN POLICY: "It’s been abominable, and I don’t think it'll change soon, although I've improvemenu in the last month after Leon Panetta was put in charge of the White House staff. "We need more expertise Serving as governor of Arkansas doesn't train you well in foreign policy." Ehlers said President Clin­ ton has a habit of deciding on something, then changing his mind. "My general impression is that the President has done a poor job," he said. When asked what needs to be done, Ehlers harkened ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★ JOHN J. LOFTUS needs the support of the Voters in District No. 2 to represent them the way they should be. On Nov. 8th, please give him that support by VOTING LOFTUS FOR COMMISSIONER Paid for by the Committee to Elect Loftus foe County Commissioner 4104 Johnson Rd.. Middleville. Ml 49333 ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★ Vern Ehlers back to the late 1940s, when Americans engaged in "the great debate" on foreign policy. "It was w hen we recognized a new world order in Congress (after Work! War II) and it resulted in a foreign policy framework that lasted 45 years. "We re frittering this oppor­ tunity away." 2. GOP CONTRACT: Ehlers said he is among the officials who signed the con­ tract,. He supports it, but has some reservations. "We don't promise to pass it." he said. "We promise to bring it to a vote. The Democrats closed off debate and limited would could be taken up." Ehlers said the contract is different than "Reaganomics," as charged by Democrats. He said Reagan made a deal with then House Speaker Tip O'Neill so he could spend more on defense while Democrats could spend on social programs. About this new contract, he said, "The Democrats went into a panic over this. They're upset that we have a clear and specific agenda." 3. THE DEFICIT: Ehlers said the American people are going have to face some tough solutions in the future, including perhaps cuts in entitlements such as Medicare and Social Security. "We have to get a handle on it (the deficit), or we ll be in trouble," he said. "The deficit has been slowed down, but the national deb: is climbing." Ehlers said the biggest rea­ son why he voted against the crime bill last summer was that it was too costly. He characterized himself as fiscally conservative, but moderate on social issues. "It's like a family budget," he said. "You know what's coming in and you have to allocate your resources within that budget or you re broke." 4. CRIME: Ehlers said crime "is perceived as the biggest problem" but added that it's because the media, particularly television, "has been whipping this up for years NEWMAN | * County Commissioner Orangeville — Yankee Springs Twp. Paid for by the Committee to Elect Lew Newman. 12734 Marsh Rd . Shelbyville Betsy Flory "Crime has begun to hit more people, particularly the young. The nature of crime has changed." he added. "The federal government should be limited to dealing with federal crimes," Ehlers went on to say. "And we need a better sense of community, helping each other. "We also need to get into the root causes of crime. Our unwillingness to discuss moral standards in our schools... churches need to be more active." 5. REPRESENTATION: "Considering the population ratio of Hastings and Barry County to the rest of the Third District, I think I’ve spent more time proportionately there. "I certainly will do my best. We’re as near as the tele­ phone." 6. WHY YOU: "I’m a known quantity, I have a proven track record. I've served the public and have been overwhelmingly re­ elected (as a state senator). I think it's because I've done a good job and represented the people well." Betsy Flory 1. FOREIGN POLICY: I think that President Clinton has been bad-mouthed un­ fairly," she said. "It’s been fashionable to throw rocks. Flory said she believes that the U.S., in concert with the United Nations, should inter­ vene when there is a clear in­ terest. "We cannot operate alone," she said. "We need to be in­ volved in world affairs." 2. CONTRACT: "There is nothing more herdlike than gathering to do the impossi­ ble. "It's fine to call for a bal­ anced budget amendment, and working toward it is com­ mendable. But you do it sys­ tematically, not by saying something. And you can't in­ crease spending (on the mili­ tary), cut taxes and balance the budget. "I think they can still cut more in the military budget, things like Star Wars that they never use. There must be a balance between preparedness and just going crazy." 3. DEFICIT: "There isn't a department that doesn't have some fat in it. "The Concord Coalition has thinking people from both parties, but it's so easy to talk about cutting back on entitle­ ments such as Medicare and Social Security, but some are barely existing on such enti­ tlements. "If we got a decent univer­ sal health care [Man, I think medical costs would come Barrie Konicov down. I’m not wed to the President's health care plan, but I believe veryone has a right to medical coverage." Flory said she believes the well-to-do should absorb a cut in government assistance. 4. CRIME: "Crime is a big problem. It’s the result of a lot of factors, but our solution is not to build more prisons, higher and deeper. "Keeping more people in schools makes futures brighter. It won't take care of all of it, but we need to work on the beginning end. More emphasis should be put on prevention and causes." Rory said there always will be some people "who turn into virtual animals and all we can do is cage them. There’ll always be people who must be caged." 5: REPRESENTATION: "A sitting congressman has a duty to appear all over the district. He should have a schedule to appear at other than the high population ar­ eas. "A good example of good constituent service was Paul Henry, a fine human being who I was fond of." 6. WHY YOU: "Vern Ehlers is a decent human be­ ing, but his votes in Congress don't reflect that. His primary objective is to save the coun­ try money, but if that's all you do, you’ve done the country a grave disservice. "I would make myself available. I’d be back in my district listening to opinions and I’d have the courage to vote my convictions. "The main focus of my campaign is that we re not doing right by our children. We should concentrate on Susan Normandin saving their future." Barrie Konicov 1 FOREIGN POLICY: "It stinks. There is no constitu­ tional authority for it to be conducted as a military opera­ tion. We re not the world's peacekeeper. "Td re-establish the consti­ tution as the supreme law of the land." 2. CONTRACT: "It is the most grossly hypocritical, stupid thing that any party could present. It’s con­ temptible because they haven’t kept their first promise, to defend the constitution." Konicov has accused Con­ gressman Ehlers of treason and has called few his resigna­ tion. He contends that Ehlers: • "Voted fix a lobby reform bill that abridges people's freedom of speech. • "Has allowed the Presi­ dent to seize the authority to suspend the constitution any time he declares a national emergency. • "Understands that only government can issue money. Federal reserve notes are vio­ lations of the constitution. Spending them has has cre­ ated the national debt, which was unconstitutional and trea­ son, and has enslaved us in violation of the 13th Amend­ ment. Ehlers has declined to an­ swer Konicov’s charges. 4. DEFICIT: "I would can­ cel it. It’s a violation of the constitutional provisions for the creation of money. Only the federal government has the authority to create money. The federal reserve is a pri­ vately owned, for-profit bank, See 3rd District race P. 11 SORE FEET I ANKLES? Assignment Accepted! Medicare, B.C.B.S., PPO, HMO Diabetics • ADult & Children Foot Problems KENT PODIATRY > W y J 9 Terrence J. Emiley, D.P.M. 612 Main Street in Caledonia Call...891-9133 $ Credit Problems? Cash $ $ Problems? We can help. $ $ $ • Refinancing • Home Improvement • Debt Consolidation $ A-One Mortgage Corp. $ 310 44th St.. S.W.. Wyoming, Ml 49548 $ 1-800-870-2663 $ $ $ $ $ �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml / November 1. 1994 I Page 11 STATE REPRESENTATIVE RACE, piece of legislation wasn’t needed. If it tips the scales at the negotiating table, you don’t have individuals work­ ing in good faith. "There isn't a teacher I know who would like to strike. They’re professionals." Tiger Stadium Both are opposed. Geiger: "Public tax dollars need to be addressed in differ­ ent ways than a venture in a specific city." Edwards: "Using public dollars to fund private enterprise to make a profit, that’s going too far. I don't expect the people to subsidize my restaurants " Proposal A Geiger said. "I'm still in full support. I think there are some wrinkles that need to be worked out next year for local and township government." Edwards said he fears that funding for schools will slow down alarmingly in the next few years and lead to a state budget deficit "I'm happy for the property tax break for the people." be said, but he fears that it will lead to the erosion of local control of public schools "The state now can say. We ve got your money and we re going to tell you tell you how to teach school. It will lead to consolidating and regionalizing. "I favored reducing the 50 percent assessment of true cash value to 25 percent. It would have given a substan­ tial tax break to the property owner." Budget cuts Geiger said that if a budget crunch came along, it would be difficult to decide what to cut, but government must seek ways to operate more efficiently. "So many areas are critical." he said. "We need to look at the way state agencies are operating. We need to evaluate each case on an individual basis." Edwards said. "It's not fis­ cally responsible to tell what I'd cut down the road. It would be presumptuous for me to say anything about that right now." However, he predicted bud­ get cuts will be necessary sev­ eral years from now and he said Michigan s good eco­ nomic health right now is not continued from Page 9 because of Engler s policies, but because of a rebound in the auto industry. Death penalty Geiger is opposed, saying, "I don't want to put myself in judgment of someone else’s life. I base my decision on my regard for the value of life." He added that there are more effective ways to deal with criminals than capital punishment. Edwards said be is against the death penalty in most in­ stances, but "There are those individuals who experts say are beyond rehabilitation, cold-blooded murderers. If so. there is a question of cost. $30,000 to $35,000 per pris­ oner per year And can we af­ ford to keep building prisons, locking them up and throwing away the key?" Charter schools 3RD DISTRICT RACE, which is why we have a na­ tional debt. "The biggest crime is that the constitution is the supreme law of the land. Every government employee takes an oath to protect and defend it. They've broken the contract, causing the breakdown of peace and tranquility. "Out of those lies and bro­ ken promises, the income tax has risen to over 50 percent of a family's wages We should re-establish the constitution as the supreme law of the land and try every employee few treason." Konicov has been having weekly sessions in Hastings, at which he has been telling voters they don't need to pay income tax. 5. REPRESENTATION: "Invite me to be your em­ ployee for two years and I will stand with the values of the founding fathers. My presence will change the system." 6. WHY YOU: "Because I’ve signed a pledge that if I violate my oath of office. I'll stand before the voters and if guilty. I’ll bear the conse­ quences of my actions." Susan Normandin 1. FOREIGN POLICY: "Foreign policy should shift from a military one to one based on exportation of knowledge in areas of busi­ ness administration, eco­ nomics, agriculture and en­ ergy conservation to allow countries to become self sufficient so they wouldn't need to look to America for help." Normandin said a study showed a transcendental med­ itation conflict resolution pro­ gram reduced war deaths "Billions of dollars are be­ ing put into programs that aren’t working. Peacekeeping technology creates coherence in the environment and fights collective stress. "We're not saying that there should be no military, but we should have a branch trained in peacekeeping technology." 2. CONTRACT: Though she agreed that the best single thing one can do to stimulate the economy is cut taxes, she said, "The collective stress and negativity in Washington is high, which doesn't solve the collective problems of this nation. "The Natural Law Party feels that proper education is the solution to our problems. Our greatest resources are our 280 million people." Normandin said there is a breakdown in the individual at an early age. She noted that just about all children start school with enthusiasm, but somehow lose it as time goes on, which she blames on "a lack of communication be­ tween the student and knower." She said the NLP believes in fully funding programs like Head Start, increasing loans, giving tax incentives and creating model schools. She added the NLP favors charter schools in Michigan. 3. DEFICIT: Normandin said that using transcendental meditation on areas such as Make Citizens Your Choice For Auto, Homeowners Insurance in Michigan has grown from a pioneer ol automobile insurance in 1915 to become Michigan's largest u nier of insurance through independent agents Citizens offers insurance for autos. homes. and boats through over 600 independent agencies with claim offices across the service to rts policy holders needs Call yuur local C :uzero agent for details: 10*14*4* 497 Arlington St (M-3A MiddfriHe, Ml 49333 Edwards said that more didate forums, has said the than half of the schools that landfill is a local issue. have applied for charter status Geiger, however, has not ex­ are private schools that people pressed support for a regional have to pay tuition for, that landfill. Why you? don't have to have certified Geiger said, "I do have teachers, that don't have to of­ fer breakfast every school things I'd like to accomplish: day, that don’t have to hire educational funding equity, job growth, economic devel­ counselors. "If a restaurant opens across opment. I think people are the street from mine and looking for someone who rep­ doesn’t have to meet the same resents what they are and health standards, that's not what they believe. "I know the challenges that fair." Edwards said. "I could open a charter face many people in this area, and I reflect their values in school, apply for funding, set up a minimum program and Lansing." Edwards said. "Fvc been a then collect the money. "Charter schools will take leader at the slate and local away funds from public level for more than a decade. 1 schools. What the Republi­ entered this race not because cans are saying is that the of political identification, but public school system has concerns about what will hap­ failed and charter schools can pen in the future to our local do a better job. That's not governments, schools and lo­ true. There is no data to cal control in general." He said he is proud of sev­ support that." eral accomplishments, some Other issues: statewide legislation like the Geiger has noted I-dwards* call to repeal the single busi­ Right to Farm Act in the 197O&, helping the new fair­ ness tax. "What would he replace it grounds get started in the '80s and overseeing a new sewer with," he asked. "A fiat rate corporate tax? There aren't system in Rutland Township in this decade. He said he is many good alternatives." Edwards said the Republi­ not beholden to "big-money, cans are boating about hun­ special interests. I don't want dreds of millions of dollars in to go to 1-ansing obligated to serving their interests instead the budget surplus. He said he would support a of the people’s. "The only endorsement I new, fairer business tax that would be absorbed by all want and need is the from businesses, not just small, la­ voters in the district I will rep­ resent." bor-oriented business. Edwards has claimed he would fight in Lansing on be­ half of Barry County’s oppo­ sition to a regional landfill, while Geiger, at several can­ Geiger accused Edwards of distorting this issue by paint­ ing charter schools as private crime would reduce problems schools seeking public fund­ and billiorfs of dollars in ’ ing. costs "By their very nature, if She said the Grace Com- (they authorized by charter, mission came up with 2,400 (they become public. It's a new ways to cut costs, but they scope of education, a new were ignored by Congress. way to look at education, an "We re only partly aware of ancillary function of current solutions of the solutions," public schools, it's a she said. "We need to cut laboratory." costs in areas that disallow us About the controversial from balancing the budget." Noah Webster Academy. 4. CRIME: Normandin and Geiger said, "I like it concep­ the Natural Law Party are tually. People say it's a state proponents of transcendental of the art 21 st century model meditiation, which they say for education. " works wonders with However, he is concerned convicted criminals and about giving it $5,500 per stu­ people who might become dent when some public criminals. schools still receive less than Normandin said a study $4,500 per pupil. showed that TM reduced crime in the muder capital of i Washington D.C. one summer during a heat wave. "The results were remark­ able." she said. "We feel that | it would have reduced crime by 30 to 40 percent, eventu­ ally." In this area, Normandin said, youths could be trained in TM programs, which even­ tually would save money by having more of them avoid the criminal justice system and welfare, and making them more productive citizens. 5. REPRESENTATION: "We would implement pro­ grams that affect the entire district, programs that influ­ ence the lives of everyone in this area." 6. WHY YOU: Because I am aware of solutions. All good ideas should be imple­ mented. "We'd like to see conflictfree government, an end to the mud slinging. It's Stock • embarassing to have Model #6001L 6375 candidates in a debate yelling • 1152 sq. ft. 16x80’ at each other when there are • 3 Bdrms./2 Baths solutions available to the • Vinyl Siding problems. • Shingle Roof "We would like to make it • Beautiful Master so people’s thinking is in tune Suite & More! with natural law . 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Includes NEW WASHER & DRYER - Installed! 795-7900 TRUE VALUE » HOMES « support ua- �Page 12 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I November 1, 1994 Thornapple voters to use new paper ballot system by Margaret Fowter Staff Writer Voters who go to the polls in Thornapple Township next Tuesday will be using a new way of voting, called AccuVote The township (like several others) has been using the hole punch method, which is ob­ solete according to Tbomapple Township Clerk Donna Kenyon. “Parts are no longer available for our counters." she said. "So, we (the township clerks) have started taking a look at other systems." When the Doubleday and Bros. Co. out of Kalamazoo offered to set up the Accu Vote system for the Nov. 8 election for free. Kenyon said. "OK ’’ "After 1 said that, I thought I must be out of my mind. At least this isn’t a presidential election ” But. Kenyon felt that it was logical to use this method on a trial basis. "You can never really tell how something like this will work unless you actually use it," she explained. Kenyon said that she felt most people would find the Accu-Vote method to be easy In place of the punch-card ballots, each voter will receive a ballot that looks like the answer sheet for a standar­ dized test. The ballot and a secrecy sheath will be taken into the voting booth by each voter. Special pens or standard no 2 pencils will be used to mark the ballot Then, the voter just does down the ballot columns and marks his her choice for each category by filling in the oval box next to the candidate "We tried every way we could to see if we could mess up a ballot, and to see what the ballot counting machine would read." Kenyon said. "Even if you only make a couple of lines through the oval, go outside the lines, or don't get it filled in all the way, the counter seems to be able to register it." Once the voter is done fill­ ing out the ballot, it gets slip­ ped into the secrecy sleeve before leaving the voting booth Each voter will then feed their own ballot into the tally machine " It is a lot like running a fax through." Kenyon said The entire ballot goes into the slot on the machine and the voter is left with the empty secrecy sleeve, which can then be reused. If there is any problem with the ballot, a small rectangular • Homeowner* •* Cash Feat • *1 »f end 2nd Mortgage purtnaM or rotnence Tend corwrea refinancing • Homa or Hartal Property Stow Oad» OK W ConeoMdaton ate. *Fa« Eaey *Cal 24 Hour* ANtiata Mortgage 4 Finance Corp 800 0882221 mtt Pre-QueW<cetk>n display at the lower left-hand comer will say just what the problem is. One of the election workers can then help and either over­ ride the problem (in which case, one portion of the ballot may be invalid), or get another ballot for the voter to use. If the voter chooses to use a new ballot, it is set up so only the second one is counted. Election workers also will feed the absentee ballots into the tally portion of the system throughout the day as they are able "A really nice thing about this system is that it is con­ stantly tabulating the counts," Kenyon said. "So, at the end of the voting times, all a worker needs to do is to program the system to close out the voting. " The tally system will then give a printed tally for each item on the ballot As mans copies as are need­ ed can be made without the worry of producing transcibing errors from one tally to another. The system should also make it easier to compare and validate the number of voters compared to the voter registration books. By law, the two must match within one voter in either direction. "We realize that no voting system is going to suit everyone." Kenyon said. "This one didn't seem dif­ ficult and we want to make people aware of the change and let them know it's easy to vote." GENERAL ELECTION, TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 1994 BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN .2 THOHNAPPtt TOWNSHIP This is a sample of the ballot that will be used by Thornapple Township voters * in the upcoming election. The township is using a new system, Accu-Vote, on a* trial basis. Middleville council mulls parking ordinance issue by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The Middleville Village Council is considering making an amendment to the con­ troversial parking ordinance. At the last meeting on Mon­ day, Oct. 10, and last Tues­ day's meeting, several village residents attended to voice their opinions of the or­ dinance, which does not allow for any parking on the street right of ways between 2 and 6 a.m. Many residents have in­ sisted that the rules cause them severe parking problems to get all of their vehicles off the right of way. The amendment that is be­ ing considered would allow for parking on the right-ofway during those hours as long as the vehicle is at least six feet from the edge of the paved portion of the road The council decided to table any action on the amendment, partially because of a request from a resident to give them time to see how other village residents feel about it. in the meantime, the village police will continue to enforce the current parking ordinance Another issue that was brought up also concerns the use of the right of way. Some residents feel that garage sale signs also should be able to be placed in that strip However, council members said that the signs also would fall under the ordinance and that state law dicutes that the signage cannot block drivers’ line of vision. Village Manager Evcril Manshum said that the small Michigan village of Spring Lake was sued because of an accident that was caused due to the line of vision being blocked. Since the village allowed it, the village was responsible and the Michigan Municipal League says that it was the largest settlement in its history. One thing that was cited for being in the clear view zone was a postal collection box. The council is going to be investigating all of the rules and regulations that involve clear view zones before mak ing changes. In other business last week, the Village Council: — Approved rezoning for the Bradford White parking lot for the section immediately south of another parking area that was recently approved - OK’d the C-Tec schedule of cable television rates after holding a public hearing. — Determined that a fee of $5,000 to the Barry County Joint Economic Development Committee will be paid once another block grant is obtained The JEDC members said the fee should be due because a grant had been obtained earlier in the development of the Middleville Industrial Park, but the village did not receive the money from the grant because an eligible business had not relocated to the development. — Voted to pay the addi­ tional $2,075 for new Christmas decorations because the Heritage Day Committee is unable to. — Noted that a recreation survey will be sent to all village residents to determine what recreational areas are of interest to the community. — Announced that the Village Council meeting that originally was scheduled for Monday, Nov 14, has been rescheduled for Monday, Nov. 7. The change was necessary so that bills from the construe lion of the new waste water treatment plant can be passed on to the county board that will meet on Tuesday, Nov. 8 Classic Carpet Care Reasonable • Prompt • Professional (Free Estimates) Dry Cleaning • Extraction Residential • Commercial Upholstery Personally owned and Operated In Business 10 Years Doug DeKruyter Cali Today: (616) 891-7231 �The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml I November 1, 1994 / Paoe 13 Republican incumbents challenged in 2nd, 6th county districts by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Voters going to the polls in the second and sixth districts of Barry County will decide if incumbent commissioners or newcomers will represent them on the county board All of Thornapple Township and Precinct 2 of Irving Township is the second district. Voters will choose between incumbent Bob Wenger and newcomer John Loftus. Those going to the polls in the sixth district which is Orangeville and Yankee Spr­ ings Townships will vote for incumbent Lew Newman or challenger Cal Lamoreaux. Republican Bob Wenger is seeking re-election for his fourth term He currently serves as vice chairman of the Barry County Board of Commissioners, a position he has held for two years. Wenger believes that the re­ cent board action forming an ad hoc committee to in­ vestigate the needs of the animal shelter is the proper route “That way, it is taken out of the hands of the commis­ sioners and allows people like those from the humane society and others to have input." Wenger said The animal shelter building cannot come up to state code at this time He does not like the idea that the county is run­ ning a facility that isn’t up-tocodc. He feels that educating the commissioners and following the proper procedures is the best way to deal with and avoid additional lawsuits. Wenger is in favor of the landfill amendment on the condition that a host agree­ ment is in place prior to voting for the amendment. He stresses that issue because the agreement would contain how much tonnage could be brought in, provide for a certain degree of monitoring the records, and could determine what areas the trash could originate from. Wenger believes that some continuity on the county board of commissioners is important John Loftus and certain protocol must be continued. He believes that his six years as a commissioner could provide that guidance for the board. Wenger is being challenged by Democrat John J. Loftus who is a newcomer to the political arena. “I want to give the people of Barry County a chance to get hold of their voice in Barry County government.” Loftus said. “As a commissioner. 1 would be willing and ready to listen to what the people say they want, and then act as their representative.” Loftus feels that mistakes were made and the commis­ sioners would not admit to those mistakes in regards to the county animal shelter. “I feel that the way things were handled cost the tax­ payers a lol of money . " Loftus feels that if the building that houses the shelter is as bad as sounds ac­ cording to reports, possibly building a new structure around the old might be the answer. He also believes that the figures given to repair the pro­ blems is way out of line. Loftus said that past lawsuits may not have been brought against the county if common sense and good public relations would be practiced. As far as expanding the Thornapple Township Clerk Donna Kenyon shows how a ballot is fed into the Accu-Vote automatic counter. She points to the box that tells if an error has been mode on a ballot or if there is some other problem. Col Lamoreaux landfill. Loftus is opposed to that. Loftus feels very strongly that communication with the public and working as a team on the county commission are key elements in building a bet­ ter county board. His experience as a key player with United Auto Workers Union 730 along with involvement on a model cities committee would be useful in the position of coun­ ty commissioner. Republican Lew Newman, incumbent for the sixth district seat, is seeking re­ election for the second term. Newman feels that much of the controversy surrounding the animal shelter could have been avoided if personnel would have been given specific guidelines and direc­ tion by the county board. “I would like to see those guidelines worked on and put Hoekstra, Hoover to vie for Second Congressional seat bv Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Voters in the Second Con­ gressional District will choose between Republican incum­ bent Pete Hoekstra, and Democratic challenger Mar­ cus Hoover. Hoekstra, who has served one-two year term, was a newcomer to the political scene in 1992 when he unseated long-time incumbent Guy VanderJagt from a 13-term reign by winning the GOP primary Prior to his election. Hoekstra was a Holland business excutive. His challenger from the Democratic party is Marcus Hoover. Hoover has lived in Copemish in Manistee County since 1988. His home prior to that was in Detroit. He is a 1992 retiree of General Motors, where he held several offices in the the union local w uh the last one as vice president Hoover was encouraged to run by fellow Democrats and feels that Hoekstra doesn’t care about the ordinary peo­ ple. those he would represent Phone 795-3345 for Sun & News Action-Ads! Lew Newman Bob Wenger in place when the new board takes office." he said. Newman is also in favor of privitizing the animal shelter and taking the operation out of the county’s hands. The other possible option he sees is to remodel the existing building. Lawsuits that arose out of animal shelter problems and other lawsuits that have been brought against the county were what Newman terms as “absolutely foolish.” He believes that changing the leadership of the board along with the willingness to work together to follow the agenda of what the people want will make the difference. Newman is against the ex­ pansion of the landfill both as an individual and because that is what the people he represents have said they believe. Having worked in ad­ ministration for the Howard Hughes Aircraft Co. for 31 years has given Newman a lot of experience that he feels will benefit the county. Newman also stressed that being a good commissioner includes being a good exam­ ple by being a law-abiding citizen, and by listening to the people you represent. Democrat Cal Lamoreaux is again running against Newman for the sixth district commission seat. Lamoreaux was’defeated by roughly 300 voles in the 1992 election. He feels that most of the issues and problems surroun­ ding the animal shelter were emotional issues. As far as what should be done about the animal shelter building. Lamoreaux says it is up to the new board to decide if it should be rebuilt or build a new one. Lawsuits brought against the county were mainly due to the lack of following proper procedure according to Lamoreaux. He believes that more train­ ing is the answer. lamoreaux is not for the landfill amendment “I have seen the presenta­ tion for the landfill and I’ve also seen presentations that talk about the problems they can cause especially from leakage " He believes that the development of more recycl­ ing programs is the answer, so that there will be less trash to begin with. Lamoreaux believes that his many years of experience as a problem solver would be beneficial to the county He is an engineer and com puter consultant with his own business. ATTENTION BUSINESS OWNERS Rutland Charter Township Supervisor, A proven leader and problem-solver A leader who will listen and has the knowledge and experience Do you think your business deserves a tax break? Bob does! You may have received a letter, just as I did, from N.F.I.B. asking us to support Terry Geiger. I have been a member of N.F.I.B. for years as a small businessman I find their request for the endorsement strictly partisan motivated. Let me tell you what has happened to small and large businesses in Michigan When Proposal A was passed, reducing the property tax and increasing the 2* sales tax, the Legislature passed legislation which gave to agriculture and agri-business a cut in pro­ perty tax to 6 mills. Terry Geiger has an agri-business. You and I have to pay 24 mills on our business. Is that “EQUITABLE AND FAIR”? ♦ * I THINK NOTH! Terry Geiger does not want to eliminate the small business tax! Bob Edwards wants to eliminate the small business tax A tax all legislators recognize for years as being unfair to business. Bob Edwards feels that if the legislature can give a tax break to agri-business, then they can give a tax break to ALL businesses. He feels, yours and his business are just as important to Michigan’s economy. Bob feels that N.F.I.B., a special interest group, and Terry Geiger are more interested in "playing politics as usual” in Lansing, than fighting for tax breaks for small businesses in Michigan. Bob knows what is happening, and will tell it like it is, THE TRUTH! AS YOUR LEGISLATOR, BOB EDWARDS WILL GO TO LANSING TO HELP ALL BUSINESSES IN THE 87th DIST. A REAL BUSINESSMAN...WHO REALLY CARES!! THE CHOICE IS YOURS'! On November 8th MBS FOR STATE REPRESENTATIVE 87th DISTRICT DEMOCRAT EXPERIENCE C0UNTS1 | A VOICE THAT WILL BE HEARD! * �Page M / The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml I November 1, 1994 BABY TREE, from front tyard near an old crabapple which probably will have to be removed in a year or two, said committee member Jake Sleutel. The young tulip poplar will fill in that space as it grows. The students and staff were impressed that the young tree was grown from seeds of a tulip poplar planted by George Washington in 1785 at his Mt. Vernon plantation. Council President Glen Klaver read a proclamation announcing the importance of Arbor Days, which first began in 1872 and is now observed, usually with a tree planting, throughout the world. The proclamation urges all citizens to celebrate Arbor Days and to support efforts to protect our trees and woodlands. Sleutel presented a cer­ tificate explaining this par­ ticular tree's interesting origin to Caledonia Elementary Prin­ cipal Gordon Nickels. The students joined in the ceremony, too. with their own speeches and poems. The Tree City designation is bestowed by the National Ar­ bor Day Foundation in Nebraska, and was sought by the council as another way of promoting community enrich­ ment and well being Caledonia Elementary Student Council President Kelly Jackson spoke at the tree planting, while Nathan DeWitt and Katie Beltz read poems they had written for the occasion. “In this case, we’re specifically pointing out the importance of the trees in our village.” said Tree Commit­ tee Chairwoman Judy Kidder. “It’s really great to see the village and the parents get ac­ tively involved with the students in helping to heighten awareness of the importance of taking care of our environ­ ment.” added Nickels. “We really appreciate the council’s presentation. ” The tiny tree will be pro­ tected from the Michigan winter and hungry little animals by a special planting tube. The students said their only disappointment was that they couldn't use any of the leaves in their leaf collections this year. Joke Sleutel, a member of the Village Tree Com­ mittee, presents Cal El Principal Gordon Nickels a certificate authenticating the history of the new tree. County Extension women to hold bazaar Sleutel carefully plants the new tree at the special Arbor Day ceremony. The young tulip poplar will be protected with a special planting tube during the harsh winter months. Saturday, Nov. 5 is the day when the Extension Women will have their big Christmas Bazaar at the Middle School in Hastings from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Ninety-one spaces will be selling original crafts and many hand-made articles just right for Christmas. SWEEP THEM OUT! 1 • Some are already gone! Barry County voters have already ■ defeated, in the primary, four of the current County ■ Commissioners. If you look at the record of the present ■ Commissioners and the quality of the new candidates, you f will see that still more incumbents need to be defeated, f YANKEE SPRINGS and ORANGEVILLE TOWNSHIP / The bazaar has been extend­ ed this year and includes an area for non-profit groups and the Hope United Methodist Church and Peace Communi­ ty Church will have bazaar items and bake sale goodies. A fourth-grade class from Central Elementary and a fifth-grade class from Nor­ theastern Elementary will sell their handcrafts, too. The boys and girls are buying materials, keeping track of costs, setting prices and figur­ ing profit or loss and one class is coordinating other classes with the project — geography, writing and math. The Barry County Historical Society will sell rural school histories, county histories, plates, etc., and will have fund-raising for the “Save the Bridge’’ compaign. About $12,000 in local mat­ ching funds is needed for the McKeown Bridge and over $6,000 has been raised so far. Local crafters Sharon Kadau, Darlene Peterman, Frank Richter, Lauri Ridderichoff, Lyda and Ria Riedstra, Diane Tate, Eieita Kotke of Dorr, Carol Hovinga of Lowell and Jane Postma of Wayland will be among the 91 spaces. Floral arrangements and wall hangings and wreaths will be prominent this year. Woodworking will be tops, too. New this year will be luminaries with both Christmas and year-round designs punched out of metal. They can be used along walks, drives, on porches and in arrangements. The Jordans have carousel horses including large ones around four-feet high and ceramic old world Santas, clever cows, SW scenes, wolves and a large wreath with pearlized angels. The gals with needles have quilts, pillows, tablecloths, dolls, doll clothing, even knit Barbie and Ken outfits, tree skirts and ornaments. The Barry County Exten­ sion Homemakers, who spon­ sor the bazaar with profits for scholarships to MSU College Week, have a lunch booth and bake sale. Admission is free. I voters, elect CAL LAMOREAUX as your new county commissioner. Look at his unique qualifications: BUB • Long time resident. He has lived here for over 28 years and been a Michigan resident all his life. • Long time active. He has worked hard, as a citizen, for open government that represents the citizen’s ideas and for the citizens’ right to know. •More jobs, less welfare. He has worked for more local jobs so more local people can get off welfare. •Better health. He has worked on many projects to promote safer roads, better health, physical education, and recreation. •Better communication. As a systems engineer, he is also concerned with government systems, or lack of system. He is constantly working on improving communication between the various governments that are supposed to represent us and also with the adjoining governments. Help expand the new and younger “broom” in Barry County. Vote for CAL LAMOREAUX for Commissioner on November 8... be sure to VOTE! Paid for by Calvin Lamoreaux for Commissioner 12860 TK graduate joins *K’ dean’s list David R. Sherwood Jr. of Middleville is one of more than 180 students named to the Kalamazoo College dean’s list for the last academic quarter. To achieve the honor, studnts must earn a 3.5 grade point average, or above, on a scale of 4.0. Sherwood, son of Elaine V. Sherwood of Middleville, is a 1992 graduate of Thomappie Kellogg High School. STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY Call us for a quote for all of your insurance needs. • Auto • Life • Health • Home • Business • Investment Caledonia Village Centre 9365 Cherry Valley Avenue Caledonia, Ml 49316 k 891-9294 A TI NEWMAN for county Commissioner Orangeville — Yankee Springs Twp. Paid for by the Committee to Elect Lew Newman. 12734 Marsh Rd., Shelbyville �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I November 1, 1994 I Page 15 Sweatin’ for the TK School libraries Show your school spirit and support the libraries, too! ‘ Sweatin; for the Library” is a Thornapple Kellogg Parents and Elementary Teachers-sponsored fund raiser to benefit the individual elementary and middle school libraries as well as the childrens' section of the com­ munity library located at the high school Sweatshirts and baseball style caps with the schools' logos arc being sold through each school with 90 percent of the profits going to that school's library and 10 per­ cent of the profits going to the community library. All of the sweatshirts are gray, but have different colors of print on the design The McFall Panther is navy West's Flying W is dark green Page's Puma is red. The Middle School logo is black And the TK logo is navy. Caps that are color coor­ dinated to the sweatshirts are also available. Sweatshirts come in youth large (size 14-16). and adult small, medium, large, and extra-large for $13. Adult sizes XX Large and XXX Large can be ordered for about $16. All caps can be ordered for $6. Samples of the logos, sweatshirt sizes, and caps are displayed at each school. Orders will be taken through Friday. Nov. 4. at any of the schools. Order forms were sent home with students or can be gotten in the offices at the elementary and middle schools. Payment must accompany each order. The printing is being done by volunteers so there will be greater profits to benefit the libraries. Items will be delivered in early December to the school where the order was placed (in plenty of time for holiday gift giving.) If anyone has any questions, or needs to have different sizes special ordered, just call Chns Willette at 795-9037. Profit from the sweatshirts sold through the "Sweatin’ for the Library” fund­ raiser will be used for the TK libraries. (From left) Audrey Willette, her sisters Laura and Ali, Eric Smith, and Chris Willette display the styles that are available. Obituaries J-Ad Graphics Michelle D. Holtsberry_____ WAYNESBORO, GEOR­ GIA - Michelle D. Holtsberry, 51, of Waynesboro, Georgia, passed away at her home on Friday, October 21, 1994. Michelle was born in Detroit. She had been Secretary/Missionary with Operation Mobilization Litera­ ture. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church and was active in the community in the schools. She had lived 3 years in Waynesboro. Survivors are her husband. Clarke J. Holtsberry of Waynesboro; four sons, James Andrew McKeown III of Middleville, John Michael McKeown of Sumpter, South Carolina, Kevin Jay Holtsber­ ry of Columbus, Ohio and Craig Allen Holtsberry of Bride Show '94 Houston, Texas; two daught­ ers, Patti Ann McKeown of Sellersville, Pennsylvania and Teresa Kay Ezell of Houston, Texas; her mother, Leona P. DeWitt of Cosa Grande, Arizona. Memorial Services were held on Thursday, October 25th at the First Presbyterian Church in Waynesboro, Geor­ gia, with Reverend James P. Knight officiating. Burial was in Magnolia Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Operation Mobilization Literature, C/o The Holtsberry Memorial Fund, P. O. Box 1047, Waynesboro, Georgia 30830. Arrangements were made by Elliott Sons Funeral Home. Sat., Nov. 19,1994 12:30 p.m.-5:00 p.m. at the... Barry Expo Center On M-37 between Hastings and Middleville See the newest in Bridal Fashion for the Bride and the entire Bridal Party during the runway Fashion Show. Eva L. Moore------GRAND RAPIDS - Eva L. Moore, 89 of Grand Rapids and formerly of Hastings passed away Sunday, October 30, 1994 at the Michigan Christian Home in Grand Rapids. Mrs. Moore was born Janu­ ary 18, 1905 near Blooming­ dale, the daughter of Aaron Wilson and Mary Catherine (Douthitt) Hoffman. She was raised in the Bloomingdale area and attended schools there. She received her teach­ er’s certification and taught in a country school near Williams Crossing in Kalamazoo Coun­ ty for a time. Her other employment included the Michigan Slate Hospital in Kalamazoo for a few years. She was married to LaMont Lane September 23, 1927, marriage ending in divorce. Then married Grant Austin on June 16,1951, he preceded her in death June 19, 1968. She married Ralph Moore on July 3, 1971 and he preceded her in death January 5,1987. She was also preceded in death by eight brothers and sisters. She was a member of the Hastings Hope United Methodist Church for many years. Mrs. Moore is survived by son and wife, Monte and Glor­ ia Lane of South Haven, son and wife, Philip “Gene” and Sheila Lane of Petoskey; daughter and husband, Mary Lou and Thomas Dwan of Petoskey; step daughter and husband, Carol and Lyle Ergang of Middleville, step daugher and husband, Judy and Gary Kidder of Caledonia; step son, David Moore of Stan­ ton; 16 grandchildren; several great grandchildren; one sister, Nina Sonnerberg of Wyandotte. Funeral services will be held 1p.m. Wednesday, November 2 at the Hastings Hope United Methodist Church with the Reverend James Fox officiat­ ing. Burial will be in Irving Township Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday, November 1 from 6 to 8p.m. at the Wren Funeral Home, Hastings. Memorial contributions may be made to the Michigan Christian Home in Grand Rapids or the Hastings United Methodist Church. Arrangements were made by the Wren Funeral Home, Hastings. • Poured basement walls • Flatwork • Farm work ROB DYKSTRA, Owner 10698 Finkbeinet Rd.. Middleville Before the show, visit the many exhibitor’s booths offer­ ing everything to create the Perfect Wedding. Finishing Touches Barlow Florists 1 Bay Window Bakery 1 Mary Van Kuiken Floral ]JCPenney Barb Myers - Mary Kay 1Royal Weddings Sound Express Dunhill Tuxedos 1Cherished Memories Swift's Flower Shop Meyers Hometown Bakery 1Hastings Savings & Loan 1Hodges Jewelry Wedding Gown Specialists ]J-Ad Graphics and Restoration Lab ]River Bend Travel Felpausch Foods Dykstra’s Preferred Poured Walls, Inc. / Royal Weddings and JC Penney Casual Wear by Penney Tuxedos by Dunhill Tuxedo Featuring Bridal Fashions by *7QE 7C7/1 /ww“/Of *T Diane's Custom Monogramming / ^egister / to win / Valuable / Door Prizes in each booth Media World & Wedding Express Photography & Video For more information call (616) 945-9554 �Page 16 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / November 1, 1994 Students featured in video at Breton Manor A Caledonia High School student and two youngsters from Dutton Christian School were featured in a recent videotaped program at Breton Manor. a division of Holland Home. Missy Brower was inter­ viewed while she was making one of her weekly visits to chat with residents, as part of her “Visions and Volunteers” class. Fourth graders Sam Sportel and Rochelle Veenstra were featured at the home singing the opening song for the progra. “Seek Ye First,” along with Holland Home senior citizen Mel Verwys The coordinator for the “Visions and Volunteers” Talk Back Wanted: ‘relevantly educated students’ By Douglas Busman. Caledonia Superintendent Caledonia High School students Missy Brower (left) and Jackie Empie talk to the camera while Holland Home resident Nellie DeMann (background) listens. program at CHS is Julie Sielawa. The video producer was Susan Moulton of Alto. Dutton Christian School music teacher Jean DeVries and Holland Homes Estates resident Mel Verwys talk with Dutton Christian students Rochelle Veenstra and Sam Sportel while camerman Alan Hartwick looks on. 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The value of knowledge is how it relates to need Know­ ing how to apply knowledge is as important as knowledge Students should be able to apply what they've learned in the classroom to situations that exist in the “real world.” This has been the subject of discussion for the 150 community members representing business, students, and parents are the spring of 1994. as part of the “FACTs is Back” project The first phase of this project concluded this month with the committee recom­ mending rigorous content and skills in mathematics, science, and language arts. Q. What would be an example of a “real world” application? A. One basic example might be that it isn't enough to know how to add and subtract, a student should be able to balance a checkbook and develop a budget. Another example is that it isn't enough just for a student to be able to read a book, but the student should also be able to work with others to build a pro­ ject based on reading directions in a technical manual. Q. Does the board welcome parent involvement in the schools? A. Yes. We recognize the key role of involved and suppor tive parents and community members. The support and in volvement of individuals representing varied backgrounds, ex­ perience, and knowledge is a valuable resource which is always encouraged and needed. If you have questions about this subject, or have a concern you would like to see addressed in this column, please cither call the Caledonia Community Schools Administrative Office at (616) 891-8185 or write to Superintendent Douglas Busman at P.O. 128, Caledonia, Ml 49316. Saturday services held for Caledonia mom Funeral services were held Saturday at Friendship Reformed Church for Deborah Jean Cole. 42, of Caledonia. She died at about 7:25 a.m., Wednesday, as she was com­ ing home from her'job at But­ terworth Hospital. Traveling east on 100th Street, her Ford Escort unexplainedly slamm­ ed into the rear end of a Caledonia School bus, which had stopped to pick up a stu­ dent at 4615 100th Street, just west of Patterson Avenue. According to Sgt. Tom Hillen of the Kent County Sheriffs Department, Cole apparently made no attempt to apply her brakes, even though bus driver Pam Barron had ac­ tivated all yellow and red flashing lights and the swing arm on the bus. A witness driving behind Cole said he did not see the brake lights go on, and no skid marks were evident at the scene. Hillen said. The brakes on Cole’s car were tested at the scene and functioned, he said. Road conditions at the scene were dry . and ‘ cloudy" with the sun not yet up “There is no evidence at all to indicate the bus driver had not done ail she was supposed to do in activating the lights. ” he said. He requested an inspection of the Caledonia bus, however, something which is always done m such an acci­ dent. he said Caledonia Schools Director of Auxiliary Services Richard Os erm ire reported the bus passed the inspection “100 percent.” “They found no defects in the bus at all,” he said. Barron has worked as a bus driver for the district for 10 years and has a good record, he added. She was on her second to the last stop of the morning at the time of the accident, so there were 35 to 40 middle and high school students on the bus. Overmire said. Barron led them off the bus according to standard emergency evacuation pro­ cedures, and the students then waited in a nearby field until another bus could come to take them to school. "All went very smoothly,” Overmire said. “Pam said she couldn't say enough about how calm and orderly the students were in this emergency. They did everything she asked, and she was just so impressed. " Hillen. also, said that he was impressed at the report of the students’ behavior. He said that reports that Cole might have fallen asleep at the wheel were only speculation. An autopsy has been performed, but tox­ icology reports were not yet returned. Hillen said. 'However, the driver behind her had been following her for some time and noticed no erratic driving, and she ap­ parently was not speeding." he said. “The question in this acci­ dent is why didn’t she see the bus, and that is something we just may never know Here is a loving mom, on her way home to take her kids to school, and now she is gone with no good explanation why. "It’s a real tragedy ” Cole is survived by her hus­ band and four children, two of whom attend Caledonia Mid die Schtxil and two who attend Caledonia Elementary CMS Principal Clark Volz said that the students in Steven and David Cole’s Focus groups at school were anxious to help their friends through this tragic lime School counselors also were on hand to help both students and the family, he said. When they heard the sad news, a member of the CMS Support Room staff and the school social worker promptly volunteered to go to the Cole home, Volz said. “Their committment and caring for our students goes way beyond the walls of the school," he said. At Caledonia Elementary, counselors also are ready to help, both now and in the days to come, said school secretary Diane De Young She said the school's PTO is planning to buy savings bonds for the children Anyone in­ terested in donating to that program can call the Caledonia Elementary office at 891-8181 �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml / November 1, 1994 I Page 17 I From Our Readers Good news, bad news on road construction Coaches taking unfair criticism locally To the editor: Since I usually keep my nose out of other people's business. I’m generally the last to hear the idle chatter and superfluous opinions that are strewn about, much like the leaves flying around on Mam Street The latest bit that I’ve had the mis-fortune of hearing is that some “parents" at Caledonia want to get rid of not one, but two of our coaches Please know that not all of us share these sentiments. Just a thought here — but maybe we should all mind our own business, tend to our own knitting, etc., and let the teachers teach, the coaches coach and perhaps we parents could parent. If anyone of these “parents" are willing to stan­ dout in 90 degree heat in August, in the mud and rain in September, freeze certain valuable body parts in Oc­ tober. put hours more into viewing film, and more hours still into working on plays and lineups, then and only then are they qualified to be elevated from armchair quarterback to be in the ranks of our dedicated and supportive coaching staff. And... unless they are will­ ing to put in these kinds of hours in these conditions may I suggest that they “put up or shut up.” Are any parents actually qualified or dedicated enough to do these jobs? According to what I’ve experienced. I think TK NEWS Pre-election day message By Jay S. Cason, Superintendent I graduated from Georgetown College in 1968 After graduation, several of us went out on the town for some good old fashioned R & R One of our group was a young man named Gary Bauer I have never set eyes on Gary since that evening in 1968 However, I have spoken to him twice on the telephone and have observed him in the news on several occasions. Dr. Bauer is employed as president of the Family Research Council in Washington, D.C. Previously, his office was in the White House, as he was on President Reagan’s personal staff. Because of my friendship with Gary Bauer, I read a speech recently that he had made at Hillsdale College’s Shavano In­ stitute for National Leadership. As we prepare to vote for peo­ ple to represent us in Lansing and in Washington, D.C , I thought that it would be appropriate to share some of his thoughts with you. In doing this I am not endorsing one party over another. These comments to me transcend politics. According to Dr. Bauer: "There are bureaucrats in Washington, D.C., whose only job is to count the things our economy produces, like automobiles, refrigerators, computers, and tons of rice, com, wheat, and steel. But who counts the most important things of all? Washington, D.C. cannot tell ou how many children were hugged or how many husbands and wives said. “I love you,’’ today. It cannot tell you who did a fine job at work or who sur­ mounted a difficult personal obstacle or who did a good deed today. It cannot tell you how many families will pray over their evening meal or get down on their knees before God and ask for forgiveness and strength today. And yet without these things this nation would surely fall. These are the thins that make America what it is. These are the things we must fight to preserve. Our military power is unmatched. Our navy controls the sea. Our air force controls the skies. We are the only re­ maining super power in the world. But we are faced by an enemy within: the moral breakdown of our society. “Our economic strength is also unrivaled. W’e have just ex­ perienced a decade-long stretch of prosperity such as the world has never seen. Our standard of living is the envy of all. But we are in danger of spiritual starvation “So, you say, ‘What can I do?’ The real answer is to fight for the things you care about. For most Americans, life isn’t executive orders, congressional legislation, agency regula­ tions. or judicial decrees. It’s a helping hand and good neighbors. It's bedtime prayers and lovingly packed lunch boxes. It’s hard work and a little something put away for the future. No government commands these things No govern­ ment can replicate them. They are done naturally, freely, out of love, concern and commitment. “Stand for those things. Believe in those things. Insist that the politicians who ask for your votes defend those things without shame or embarrassment Teach your children those things. Inspire them to love what you love and to honor what you honor If you will do these things, then this great experi­ ment in liberty will survive, and we will again be that shining city upon a hill. " President Clinton echoed some sentiments similar to parts of Dr. Bauer’s message in his State of the Union message in January': “We can’t renew our country until we realize that govern­ ments don’t raise children; parents do. Parents who know their children's teachers and turn off the television and help with the homework and leach their kids right from wrong — these kinds of parents can make all the difference.” not. AU of the “parents" had the opportunity to help our student athletes by giving one hour of their time in the athletic boosters' run/walk fund-raiser last year, six of our 3.000 parents par­ ticipated. with Caledonia coaches matching that number to raise money for our kids. This year. nine parents were there at the fund-raiser, out of the possible 3,000. Our varsi­ ty soccer team was so eager to help our kids that he strongly encouraged, his players to participate When his seventh grade basketball team couldn't get court time to practice Coach Ralph Shefferly came in at 6 a.m. for a seventh grade team. How great did football players feel when the varsity football coach gave up time with his own family to watch your sons’ seventh and eighth grade football games, both at home and away? My son felt very special, and this dedica­ tion and support is what has earned the players’ respect. Mine too! These coaches are respected and yes. loved by the children. And these children love their parents. Don’t you think that you are pulling your child apart by your blatant disrespect? Try this analogy and see if you get it. It is mid-summer, and the sportswriters have ranked your team No. I — with a first-year quarterback and an entirely new offensive line. The coach is quite stunn­ ed by this ranking... the season moves on... it is seven games into the season and the record is 4’3. Do you think that parents should gang up on ... Lou Holtz of Notre Dame and try to fire him? According to the way they’re acting now, they’d probably tar, feather and fire him. Our staff at Caledonia is ex­ cellent, our coaches are ex­ cellent, and our students are very lucky to have the support that they have at our school. Our principal ami athletic director and our coaches are at the school countless nights after 9 p.m. Are you? A grateful parent, Cindi Hakeem Caledonia To the editor: First the good news.. The MDOT will begin construc­ tion between 44th Street and 60th Street during the summer of 1995. It will be a four-lane boulevard. During the summer *96 construction season the MDOT will begin construc­ tion between 32nd and 44th streets. The train trestle will not be replaced, but M-37 will narrow to four lanes under it. This is due to costs of replat mg the 32nd Street bridge and trestle to be in excess of $4 million. Now the bad news. Con­ struction is stopping at 60th street due to the South Beltline project which will cross M-37 between 60th and 68th. Finalization of MDOT design for South Belt from the airport to M-37 will finish in August 1995. Right-of-way acquisi­ tion will take two years, so M-37 construction between 60th and 68th. in conjunction with the South Belt, will not occur until at least summer 1997. Beyond 68th Street, the cur­ rent three-year budget plan has nothing for M-37 and pre­ sent plans do not call for any further widening for the next decade. The MDOT could compete with other project for funds, based on special safety needs, but the MDOT’S Larry Brown does not think the pro­ ject would be competitive with other safety statewide projects. Mr. Brown pointed out that it was not MDOT funds, but State Economic Development funds that performed the preliminary engineering for M-37 design and right of way acquisition for the current construction. Mr. Brown was pleased to accept the petitions, but pointed out Caledonia Township is heading for trou­ ble on what their portion of M-37 will look like. He recommended the township change; 1) its traffic philosophy to coordinate with his office before a developer’s site plans were approved, 2) that the township amend its master plan to include a traffic access management plan. He also recommended 3) that the township plan a step further to arrange to build service roads along M-37 to prevent the “28th Street” look. He says only the local community can prohibit the strip develop­ ment. but they should be plan­ ning now for it. He also recommended 4) that where the MDOT is a property owner alongside a proposed development, they too be notified when someone ap­ plies for a zoning change Mr. Brown pointed out that he has ordered a comprehen­ sive traffic survey to begin in two weeks at the 84th Street intersection But he cautioned that upgrading the intersection and installing turning lanes would come before any light could be installed. Further, given the financial constraints on MDOT. even this will not happen unless some other pro­ ject statewide becomes delayed long enough to pay for the engineering study. Finally. Mr. Broun says he will meet with the Caledonia Township Board to further discuss the M-37 problem and provide potential solutions for the township to consider approving. As he said. “To avoid a less desirable design in the future, the township must plan now, to forever preserve the type of traffic corridor it wants. " I am pessimistic on getting any results soon at 84th Street. The problem is not one of knowing what needs to be done or how to do it The pro­ blem is that we need our political clout in Lansing to get this funded and people to let our elected officials know. Truth of the matter is that unless. Rep Walter De Lange and Senator Dick Posthumus step into the picture and get MDOT some financial help, Caledonia residents and the nearly 3,000 petitioners arc not going to see any action on widening M-37 beyond 68th Street any time in the near future. Frederick R Fleischmann Caledonia : SHOLASTIC : Book Fair: ► Hosted by. Little Lambs Co-op Preschool < ► Saturday, November 5 : 10:00 a.m. * 3:00 p.m. < ► Located at: 6361100th St., Lower Level of J k Caledonia Christian Reformed Church < a a a a a aa a a a a a e A A A tu Caledonia Farmers Elevator 136 E. Main Street • Caledonia 891-8108 • Open 6 Davs a Week PARTS • SERVICE • PARTS • SERVICE « PARTS • SERVICE « PARTS • SERVICE • PARTS • SERVICE • PARTS • SERVICE DEER HUNTERS! BAG YOUR DEERE EARLY! 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Division Ave. • Kentwood, Ml 49548 BOM-FM,*Sat?2en PARTS • SERVICE • PARTS • SERVICE • PARTS • SERVICE • PARTS • SERVICE • PARTS • SERVICE • PARTS 5 «i �Page 18 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I November 1, 1994 Horror story stereotypes come to life in comedy 'The Creature’ to creep across CHS stage Nov. 3 and 4 by Barbara Gall Staff Writer From the Transylvanian nobleman to the slightly “dif­ ferent' Quasimodo-type guy. the CHS production this weekend of “A Creature Creeps" will bring to life ail the kinds of characters you'd expect in a 19th-century hor­ ror story . . .and then some Audiences should be prepared to shake, but pro­ bably with laughter and not with terror, at this comic ver­ sion of the kind of story made famous by the late Bela Lugosi and Vincent Price. Just a rundown of the names of the characters should be a clue. Who could take serious­ ly a character named the Baroness Mantza Zitzen von Blitzen? Or Morg? Gretchen Interesting relationships' odd some fun to the CHS production of A Creature Creeps.' Daisy Von Blitzen (Allison Wormon) hugs her fiancee, Frank (Steve Young), who exchanges a meaningful look with Babsy Ballou (Nicole Potgeter.) OPEN GYM NIGHT Thomapple Kellogg Middle School Gym will be open to the public on Thursdays beginning November 10 - March 23. TIMES: 7:00-8:00 p.m. Students 8:00-9:00 p.m. Adults COST: $1.00 per person per visit The audience will meet this strange assemblage of characters when the curtain goes up for this weekend's production of A Creature Creeps in the CHS Perform­ ing Arts Center. Twiichell? You’ll meet them all if you attend either the Thursday. Nov. 3, or Friday. Nov. 4, performance in the CHS Per­ forming Arts Center Curtain time is 7:30 p.m. Tickets will be on sale in advance at the high school, with adult admission set at $3 and students at $2. said direc­ tor Deb Poniatowski. Tickets also will be on sale at the door. The cast and crew invite the community to attend the play as a ghoul way to end the Halloween festivities. It’ll be a scream. Any questions? Call... T.K. Community Ed 795-3397 ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★ UmnillflE. HERE'S MY OPPONENT'S VOTING RECORD... 1. VOTED TO FIRE JULIE MITCHELL: RESULTS - LAWSUIT AND SETTLEMENT 2. VOTED TO FIRE JOHN GATES: RESULTS - A SEVERAL COUNT LAWSUIT AGAINST BARRY COUNTY 3. PARTICIPATED IN VIOLATING THE OPEN MEETINGS ACT: RESULTS ■ LAWSUIT AND SETTLEMENT 4. VOTED IN FAVOR OF BREAKING COUNTY POLICY TO PUSH JOHN DEERE THRU: RESULTS - LAWSUIT (STILL IN LITIGATION) 5. VOTED TO RECOMMEND TO APPROVE THE PROPOSED SOLID WASTE AGREEMENT: RESULTS - TREMENDOUS PUBLIC OUTCRY AGAINST 6. VOTED TO KEEP THE ANIMAL SHELTER INVESTIGATION “FOR HIS EYES ONLY”: RESULTS • TREMENDOUS PUBLIC OUTRCRY AGAINST ITS YOUR MONEY AND IT'S YOUR CHOICE VOTE FOR CHANCE!!! VOTE JOHN J. LOFTUS for YOUR Commissioner Pod tof by the Committee to Bed Loftus tor County Commmow, 4XM Johnson tta MtoMto M 49333. The Sisters Zitzen always appear in order, from oldest to young. Seated, left to right, are Hanna (Sandi Swainston), Freda (Pam Allen), Olga (Tana Kovli) and Heidi (Melissa Otto). NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Caledonia Charter Township Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider the following request: APPLICANTS: REQUEST: James & Joyce Reynhout The applicants seek a special land use permit pursuant to Section 10.6(a) of the Zoning Ordinance. Said per­ mit, if granted, would allow for the razing and subse­ quent construction of a new single family dwelling in the F Flood Plain District. The applicants also request less restrictive yard size requirements, lot area and lot width requirements than are normally provided for in the F Flood Plain District. LOCATION OF 6927 Campau Lake Drive PROPERTY PP# 41-23-12-101-018 PUBLIC HEARING DATE: November 7, 1994 TIME. 7:30 P.M. LOCATION: Caledonia Township/Village Hall 250 Maple St. Caledonia, Ml 49316 All information relative to this request may be reviewed in the office of the Township Planner, located at 250 Maple St., Caledonia, Ml, dur­ ing normal business hours. Interested persons may attend the public hearing and be heard with regard to the application and or send written comments to the Caledonia Township Office, P.O. Box 296, Caledonia, Ml 49316. Jim Williams, Planning Commission Secretary Dated: October 26, 1994 �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml I November 1, 1994 / Page 19 TK Bulletin Board Nov. 2 — Donut day at the M.S. — 50 cents each. The P E P. was overwhelmed with October response for this. So this time, they’ll be ready! Nov. 4 — Due date extended for the library fundraiser for sweatshirts and caps. More info below. Nov. 7-8 — Vision retesting for 2nd grade Nov. 7-11 — McFall book fair! Schedules have been sent home Nov. 8-9 — High School parent'teacher conferences from 5-8 p.m. Nov. 9 — Wildlife Encounters comes to Page for 4th and 5th grade (This is a P.E.T funded activity). Nov. 10 — Gifted and Talented meeting at Page, all interested parents are invited. Nov. 14 — McFall has their First grade art talk. Drug awareness for the 10th graders. School board meeting 7:30 p.m at the High School Library Nov. 15 — Inservice. No school district-wide. looking Ahead... Nov. 16 — First grade art talk: Children and Animals in Art. (Thank you art docents). Nov. 17 — First grade art talks P.E.T Coffee with Wilhemma Wright discussing ADHD/ADD (Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder and Attention Deficit Disorder) at the Page Library at 7:00 p.m. Nov. 22 — P.E.T meeting. 7 p.m. at the Page Library. Nov. 23 — Half day of school district wide. Nov. 24-25 — Thanksgiving vacation. Teachable Moments West — In Miss Lintz’s 2nd grade the children have printed their first classroom newsletter with student teacher. Mr. Gaskill. Mr. G. will begin a whale unit with them next week. The students in Mrs. Thaler’s 2nd grade are practicing pro­ blem solving using manipulatives. They are making a story problem booklet that contains pictures that they manipulate to go with story problems they have written. In Mrs. Kenyon’s class we have been studying invertebrates found in oceans and lakes. We arc also studying plants during this harvest time. We counted and graphed the seeds in a pum­ pkin and are going to do an experiment with apples next. Michigan is a great apple growing state so you will be seeing ’’apple facts” in our classroom. Mrs. Wolverton’s 3rd graders are busy completing their study of invertebrates and particularly the arthropods (insects and spiders). We’ve collected some spiders and insects to study body parts, number of legs and their exoskeietons. We all look County Commissioner District 2 Thornapple Twp. and Irving Twp. Prec. 2 We support Bob Wenger for District #2 Barry County Commissioner in the Nov. 8 election. Bob has been an honest, effective, hard working Commissioner for the last 6 years. We need his experience (downto-earth approach) (common-sense approach) to deal with the (rapid growth and) changes that Barry County faces in the coming months and years. Nancy L. Boersma Agnes Adrounie & Harry Adrounie Barbara J. Drewel Donald Drewel Terry Geiger Bob Bender Vicki Jerkatis John J. Jerkatis Jr. Jim and Emily Harrison Dick Raymond Donald Boysen Rex and Chris Schad Daniel Parker Richard and Ruth Hamilton Frank Brown Tom and Jerry Otto Bob Shaffer forward to parent-teacher conferences to •shine” for our parents with examples of our work and projects. Page — Mrs. Chausow's and Mrs. Wachtor’s 4th grade classroom is studying the Solar System. Last week we discuss­ ed the sun and wrote some beautiful "sunshine letters" to the special person who brightens our lives. This week we are lear­ ning about the moon. Our classroom has been divided nto groups of 4-5 students each. Each group's (or crew's) spaceship has crash-landed on the dark side fo the moon and the rough landing has ruined their ship and destroyed all the equipment on board, except for 15 items Each crew's survival depends on reaching the other ship 200 miles away on the lighted surface of the moon. Will they utilize the 15 items ap­ propriately in order to survive? We’U be cross-checking each crew’s ranking of their 15 items in terms of their importance to each member's survival with the official NASA ranking of these same items. Do you suppose we have any budding NASA scientists in our ranks at Page Elementary? We’U find out! Community Info — Each elementary school, as well as the Middle School, will be offering sweatshirts and baseball-type caps as a fundraiser to benefit their libraries. These sweatshirts are either Lee or Hanes brand. Additionally. 10 percent of the profits will go to the community library. They will offer the in­ dividual school logo or a Thomapple Kellogg logo (different than those available before). If you visit any of the schools you will see each on display. Sweatshirts are SI3 each and color­ coordinating caps will be $6. Orders must be in by Nov. I, delivery by Dec. 1. (In time for Christmas). These must be pre paid when you order. If you haven’t received your “Sweatin' for the Library” order form, contact the school for one. Quote of the Week — Not all gifts are free: some have hiddin price tags. Blood drive set in Caledonia Both the Caledonia High School Student Congress and the Caledonia Area Jaycees will be sponsoring November blood drives in coordination with the Grand Valley Blood Bank Program. The student congress will hold its drive Friday. Nov. 4. from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the high school orchestra nxim The students are par­ ticipating in the Grand Valley Blood Bank's “Vein Game" competition, which is open to all Kent County high schools. The school with the greatest percent of student participa­ tion. based on each school's enrollment, will win a cash prize donated by McDonald's. The student congress is hoping staff, eligible students and community members will help it realize its goal of 75 pints. For those who cannot make it to the students' drive, the Caledonia Area Jaycees are providing a second opportuni­ ty for community members to give blood on Monday. Nov. 14 from 3 to 8 p.m. in the high school cafeteria. Donations also will go to the Grand Valley Blood Bank Program A community-wide blood drive has been held in Caledonia since 1983. and has provided more than 1.100 pints of blood to the bank dur­ ing that time. Anyone who is at least 17 years of age. who weighs at least 110 pounds, is in reasonably good health and who has not given blood for at least 5b days is eligible to donate Anyone with questions about the high school drive should call the school at 891-8129. Questions about the Jaycees' effort should be directed to Sharon Clark at 808 0888 Caledonia Community Ed. craft bazaar set More than 100 crafters will display their wares at the 1994 Caledonia Community Educa­ tion Craft Bazaar. The annual event will be held this year on Saturday. Nov. 5. from 10 a m. to 3 p.m. at Caledonia High School. Admission is free, and both both breakfast and lunch will be offered in the high school cafeteria. Anyone needing more in­ formation about the bazaar should call the community education office at 891-8117. Serving our Country Scott L. Dykstra The Air Force Achievement Medal has been awarded to Sr. Airman Scott L. Dykstra for meritorious service from October 1992 to October 1994. Dykstra distinguished himself while assigned to the 492nd Fighter Squadron. 48th Operations Group, 48th Fighter Wing, Royal Air Force, Lakenheath. England. During this period, his perfor­ mance as an aircraft quick tur­ naround team member during the February 1994 North Atlantic Treaty Organization Tactical evaluation con­ tributed to the Wing’s “ex­ cellent” rating in general response. While deployed in Aviano Air Base. Italy, in support of Operation Deny Flight, Dykstra prepared and represented the squadron at an F-15E static display for the Secretary of Defense. He was subsequently named the deployed squadron's ‘ top performer.” Airman Dykstra is a 1991 graduate of Thornapple Kellogg High School. He is the son of Henry and Linda Dykstra of Middleville. — Call for — CLASSIFIEDS Place Yoe Advertising Message Here • 795-3345 • 5 worts tor he W per word. f you poy r advance, you ww SO' Mfcng eftarpe Deodtene is Fnday at 4-00 pm Middleville United Methodist plans additional parking lot With the purchase of a house and lot adjacent to the present parking lot, the Middleville UMC plans to expand its parking facilities. The house shown here will be dismantled yet this year and the area cleaned up and leveled The land will sit for the winter and with warmer weather next spring, will be prepared and blacktopped. Plans are to resurface the present parking lot at the same time ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★ FOR THE RECORD: My opponent is the ONLY present Commissioner that is on RECORD and in FAVOR of the proposed amendment from City Management to expand the landfill, by allowing them to purchase trash from 12 surrounding counties to be disposed of here in Barry County!! With that thinking process, WHY do we have HIM represent us in the following capacities??? A. member of SOLID WASTE PLANNING COMMITTEE B. member of SOLID WASTE OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE C. CHAIR of COUNTY DEVELOPMENT (County Development recommends all individuals who compose SOLID WASTE PLANNING and OVERSIGHT COMMITTEES) D. CHAIR of the HOST AGREEMENT AD HOC COMMITTEE THE CHOICE IS YOURS...DO YOU WANT BARRY COUNTY AS A REGIONAL DUMP? VOTE JOHN J. LOFTUS for YOUR COMMISSIONER Paid for by the Committee to Elect John J. Loftus, 4104 Johnson Road Middleville, Ml 49333 ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★ �Page 20 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / November 1, 1994 TK Middle School announces Students of the Month Students of the month from the eighth graders are (front row, from left) Chad Brinks, Larissa Hannebohn, and Lorry Hess; (center row, from left) Jeffrey Huebner, Sara Huff, and Arnie Koncsol; and (bock row, from left) Alicia Lee, Taylor Pierce, Chod Snider, and Timothy Stevens. Not pictured ore Jaimelyn DeBruin, Susan Dorsey, Jeremy Fowler, and Amy Wiersum. Seventh grade students of the month are (front row, from left) Gary Adams, Eric Bender, Tiffany Beuschel, and Amanda Boyer; (center row, from left) Robert Breese, Erica Carter, Rachel Havens, Ashley Moore, and Joshua Mosey; and (back row, from left) Chod Reil, Justin Sherman, Lyndsey VanAman, Daniel Warner, and John Zuidersma. Bill Nave saved these kids from drowning, but he’s not a lifeguard. Verleeta Wooten found several K new stars, but she’s not The Thornapple Kellogg Middle School recently announced students of the month for September. Sixth grade honorees are (front row, from left) Jeremy Adams, Travis Brill, Erika Enyart, and Bethany Forbes; (center row, from left) Julie Ford, Abby LaVoie, Michael Lindley, Adam Lucas, and Johnny Mancuso; and (back row, from left) Kristin Minor, Warren Prostko, Patrick Terry, Samantha VanderSloot, and Andrea Zoet. an astronomer. These are teachers. But to the kids they reach, they're heroes. BE A TEACHER. BE A HERO. Call 1-800-45-TEACH. R.ihtn SaJb Firefighters respond to a fire at the home of Pete Osborne on Garbow Road on Saturday, Oct. 22. The fire started in the kitchen. Kitchen fire leaves smoke, heat damage in Middleville Thornapple Township Emergency Services firefighter Rick Schoefer-Spoce takes a breather from the smoke-filled home. �The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml I November 1, 1994 I Page 21 Middleville man sentenced to prison in auto crash death by Nick Hoffman Staff Writer A 29-year-oM Middleville man convicted of killing a 17year-old Caledonia High School student in a traffic accident while driving drunk about a year ago was sentenced Thursday in Barry County Circuit Court to serve five to 15 years in prison. Judge Richard Shuster also ordered Timothy A. Tape to pay a $10,000 fine and nearly $8,000 in restitution. Tape was accused of killing Vito Lombardo Jr., a senior at Caledonia High School and member of the varsity football team, in an Oct. 23 auto accident in Thornapple Township. Shuster said he sent Tape to prison because he has to be responsible for his actions. No one has the right to get behind the wheel of a car when intoxicated, the judge said. He said anyone who cannot drink without endangering others has no right to do so. Shuster said he was sensitive to the tragedy of the case, for both the Lombardo family and the Tapes He read aloud to the court a letter Lombardos mother, Mary Iximbardo. had written him. In it. she said there is no sentence Shuster can give Tape that will bring Lombardo back to life. She asked only that Tape spend a year in jail and go through rehabilitation, saying she has forgiven Tape and hopes someday he will be able to forgive himself. Shuster said he also See Auto crash. Page 23 Fire destroys storage barn Johnny Appleseed story teaches at turkey farm kids about doing research Turkeys in the nearest Second graders in Suzanne Dood's class at West Elementary in Middleville learned some valuable lessons while studying about Johnny Appleseed. One of the first steps was to read several of the books written about him as shown by (from left) Joel Jones, Ryan Fletke, Loyn Walker, Lindsey McKee, Kendall Gerbasi, and Grand Walker. building were fascinated by all of the action next to their barn. They almost appeared to be pushing and shoving to get the best view of what was going on. The entire bunch raised frequent choruses of gobbling to serenade the fire fighters. Thornapple Township Emergency Services was aided by three other fire depart­ ments when this storage barn at the Whitneyville Road turkey farm of Lynn Otto caught fire on Saturday. The building contained mainly wood shavings used for bedding for the birds. No one and no livestock was injured. After reading the books, eoch of the students wrote their own story about Johnny Appleseed and talked about what they felt was important in his life. Display­ ing their essays and artwork for the project are (front, from left) Josh Hilton, Kathy Kenney, and Tiffany Miller; and (back, from left) Jake Jelsema, Jena RootJohnson, and Jonathan Yeazel. Invest a stamp Save a bundle Parent-teacher conferences set Nov. 8, 9 at TK schools The teaching staff of Thor­ napple High School will con­ duct parent-teacher con­ ferences in the high school gymnasium Tuesday. Nov. 8. and Wednesday. Nov. 9. beginning at 5 and ending at 8 p.m. High school classes will be in regular session from 7:40 a m. to 2:10 p.m. on both conference days. If parents find it difficult to attend the conferences during the scheduled time, they are asked to call the high school office (795-3394). and a more convenient appointment will be arranged Report cards and grades will be distributed to the parents at the conferences. CORRECTION Synopsis of Minute* THORNAPPLE TOWNSHIP Jeon Neve and Dove Dykstra to the planning commission Motion passed unanimously re-appointing Bill Getty as Township Board representative So the planning commission Motion passed unanimously appointing Troy Newman and Don Clinton as TTES lieutenants Meeting adjourned at 9 50 p.m. 'Denotes area corrected from previously published minutes Donna Kenyon Thornapple Township Clerk (304) For the price of a stamp, you can get the latest edition of the federal government’s free Consumer Information Catalog listing more than 200 free or low-cost govern­ ment publications on topics such as federal benefits, jobs, health, housing, education, cars, and much more. Our booklets will help you save money, make 29< money, and spend it a little more wisely. October 10 1994 Regular meeting colled at 7:02 p.m. Board members Present-5 Others-4 Minutes of last regular meeting approved as corrected Printed bills in the amount of $39,575.44 approved by roll coll vote. 'Motion defeated adopting amendment to the toning or dinance regarding auto repair 'Motion passed appointing So stamp out ignorance, and write today for the latest free Catalog. Send your name and address to: . Consumer Information Center Department SB Pueblo, Colorado 81009 US. General Services Administration A public service of this publication and the Con timer Information Center of the L.S. General Services Administration. �Page 22 / The Sun and News. MUMtavtlle, Ml / November 1, 19W TK jayvee soccer team ends season with 16-1-1 record The Middleville junior var­ sity soccer team had another fine year, according to Coach Marty Wustman. Competing in the tough Rainbow Conference against teams from South Christian. Sparta, Forest Hills Northern. Caledonia, Calvin Christian and Wayland. Wustman said “Our 16-1-1 record and the O.K. Rainbow Conference ti­ tle were the end results of a lot of hard work and dedication by 24 young men. " The young Trojans were led in scoring by Brian Bergakker with 13 goals and three assists Scott Evans had nine goals and three assists; Jason Klinge. nine goals and five assists and Tim Piccione. nine goals and three assists; Dann Jousma, one goal, one assist. Josh England, two goals; Josh Wert, one goal, two assists; Isaac Bainbridge, one goal Nate Brady and Mike DeBlaay contributed to a front line that continually pressured the opposing team s defense all year. The heart of the team was the midfield, Wustman said They play offense and defense and run longer distances than any other member of the team "Middleville’s midfield was exceptional, led by Dean Laansma with three goals and five assists; Mike Cramer, two goals; Jason Cowham, two; Nathan Deboer, one goal, two assists; Mark Miller, one assist; Devin O’Dell, Lucas Holwerda and Ary on Bosnia “The ability to rotate these players throughout the game and control the midfield was a big reason why we had a suc- cessfui season. Winning teams always have a great defense, and Middleville was no exception to this.” Wustman said The team allowed only 12 goals in 18 games The goal keeper again this year was Chris Niles. Niles had nine shutouts and stopped just about everything which came his way. “As the jayvee keeper for most of the last two seasons. Chns’s record is 24-1-5. There’s a lot more to the defense that just the keeper. Wustman said. “Our fullbacks were fantastic. In a number of games they allow­ ed only a handful of shots on goal They were relentless with their ability to steal the ball or turn back any attack by the opposing teams “The great defensive play was led by Ross Lucas, Josh Steorts, Mike Pott. Ben Osborne and Jay Yates," he said Also filling in at the keeper spot was Lucas Holwerda Members of the 1994 Middleville junior varsity soccer team includes (first row from left): Devin O'Dell, Mark Miller, Jason Klinge, Lucas Holwerda. Josh Stoerts, Dean Laansma. Rob Koeler and Mike Pott. Second row: Jay Yates, Scott Evans, Isaac Bainbridge. Ben Osborne, Brian Bergakker, Jason Cowham. Josh England and Tom Piccione. Third row: Nate Bundy. Josh Wert, Mike DeBlaay. Coach Marty Wustman. Chris Niles. Mike Cramer, Ross Lucas and Nathan DeBoer Lucas was the winning keeper at Zeeland in his first start at Rainbow Conference title for the second straight year and that position. The Trojans won the junior varsity O.K. three out of the years. last four TK jayvee gridders end season with win Thc Thornapple Kellogg junior varsity football team capped its season with a 14-8 victory over the Wayland Wildcats Oct. 27. The season­ ending victory left the Junior Trojans with a string of eight consecutive wins and an 8-1 season record Defense was the name of the game. Thursday, as both squads fought beween the 40 yard lines in the first quarter TK jumped on top early in the second quarter behind the offensive line surge of Steve Lehman. Andy Atkinson, Doug Kidder. Luke Mid­ dleton. Loren Hummel, Tom Featherly, and Josh Hewitt. Running back Dave Liu car­ ried in from one yard out making the score 6-0. Liu also powered over the two-point conversion. Later in the second quarter ELECT ^£25 n STATE REPRESENTATIVE 87th DISTRICT DEMOCRAT Rutland Charter Township Supervisor. the knowledge and experience LET’S TALK FACE THE FACTS! Our state representative picked his personal friend, not an experienced candidate to be your next state representative. This was not done because of qualification but, rather on political favor owed. This is why my opponent flip-flops and tries not to take a stand on issues. Lack of experience. Ask yourself, where does he stand? My opponent wants politics as usual. He and his campaign have been packaged by our state rep and the professional politicians in Lansing. Funded and endorsed by the big money ‘special interest groups’ which try to convince you the voter he has more experience than he has. I stand on my proven accomplishment as a leader, in Barry County. I am what I am a businessman, local leader and rancher. Do you want an experienced proven leader, that will represent the entire district, or his friend? Paid for by Edwards for State Representative 37® Gun Laxe Road Hastings Ml 49056 Treasure1- Richard Thomas with the Trojans driving deep in Wildcat territory, TK turn­ ed the ball over on a pass in­ terception. The Wayland defensive back scooted down the sidelines only to be knock* ed out of bounds on the Trojan 25-yard line. Four plays later. Wayland scored its lone touchdown, and with a suc­ cessful conversion, the game was tied at intermission. In the third quarter follow­ ing a 27-yard option keeper by quarterback Kevin Doyle, the Trojans threatened with the go-ahead touchdown. On a crucial third down play, runn­ ing back Dan Noffke broke free carrying the football down to the Wayland oneyard line. Jamie Foster powered the Trojans to paydirt. A fourth quarter Trojan drive deep in Wayland ter­ ritory stalled on downs leav­ ing the Wildcats 3:30 to score. The Trojan defense, lead by noseguard Rob Osborne with eight tackles and Liu with seven, thwarted the Wildcat driving forcing a punt. The ensuing punt sailed well over the Trojan punt returner’s head and rolled all the way down to the eight­ yard line. Pinned with their backs against the wall, TK at­ tempted to move the ball out of danger. On the second play of the drive, Liu was stripped of the ball and the fun was just beginning. With a first and goal from the eight-yard line, the Trojan defense dug in its heels. After three plays netted more than seven yards, and after all Wildcat timeouts were ex­ hausted. the Trojans surged forward and stopped the Wildcat runner inches short of the goal line on the fourth down play to preserve the win. Statistically, TK was led by Liu with 93 yards on 18 car ries. Noffke and iXiyle con tributed with 30-plus yards on seven carries apiece Defensively. TK had a fine season holding opponents to an average eight points per game. Over the course of its league season the Trojans held opponents scoreless through a string of 24 of 25 quarters of action. Middleville jayvee gridders undefeated in OK Blue league The Thomapple Kellogg Junior Varsity Football team culminated an unbeaten O.K. Blue league schedule 44-20 Oct. 20 by defeating the Hamilton Hawkeyes. TK scored early and often in the first quarter of the ball game behind the direction of quarterback Kevin Doyle. Doyle had a fine night throw­ ing the football completing eight of 13 passes for 139 yards and two touchdowns Both touchdown passes were caught in the first quarter by ends Keith Nelson and Matt Send, respectively. After two successful conversion at­ tempts the score opened at 16-0. In the second quarter the Trojans continued to control the line of scrimmage. Runn­ ing back Dave Liu powered in for a late first half touchdow n leaving the score 22-0 at halftime The Hawkeyes mounted three successful scoring drives in the third quarter powering the football down the field Very quickly the Trojans found themselves bolding a slim 22-20 third quarter lead The TK offense mounted a scoring drive of its own early in the fourth quarter. Doyle contributed with an option keeper, taking the ball all the way down to the three-yard line. Dan Noffke powered the ball home for the decisive score. Doyle connected to end Steve Lehman for the conversion. On the following drive TK running back Jamie Foster motored into the endzone from 20-yards out. After a successful two-point conver­ sion, TK led handily 38-20 A late score by Liu left the score 44-20. The showdown with Hamilton was preceded by very important Trojan vic­ tories as well. The Trojans beat a very good Godwin Heights club 6-0 on Oct. 6. A Doyle to Noffke pass ac­ counted for all the offense while the defense was led by Rob Osborne, Andy Finkbeincr, and Justin Debcxxic. The junior Trojans followed that victory with a convincing defeat of the Coopersville Broncos by the score of 30-0 Oct. 13. The visiting Trojans scored in every quarter while the defense was posting its fourth shutout. Liu, Doyle, Noffke, and Nelson scored the touchdowns while Lehman led the team in tackles Chaptea Tcwnshp Op Caledonia Caledonia, Micwgan 4S31a ' Ai tAt Toy at Co&ty" - NOTICE The Caledonia Township Clerk will be holding a public accuracy test for the November 8, 1994 Election on Thurs­ day, November 3, 1994 at 9:30 a.m. at the Caledonia Township/Village Hall, 250 Maple St. 002) �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I November 1, 1994 I Page 23 Caledonia’s Junior Poms’ show their colors at game Purple and gold colors, of course. The troupe of 67 first- through fifth grade pom pon dancers added to the spirit of the halftime show at the last home varsity football game Oct. 21. Their routine was learned during a six-week clinic taught by the CHS varsity dance team. Each girl also received a pom pon and a sweatshirt. The youngsters, pictured here with their teachers, performed their routine to the Beatles' Hey, Jude,' played by the CHS marching band. AUTO ACCIDENT, continued from Page 21 believes in the personal need for forgiveness, but said the court cannot be forgiving because it must protect society. "This court is not your God, and that is why there is no forgiveness here — there is accountability and responsibility," he said. Tape told the court before sentencing that the accident that killed Iximbardo will haunt him the rest of his life. He apologized to Iximbardos family and to his own for all the grief he has caused. "There's no excuse for what I did, nor would I offer one," he said. Tape pleaded guilty in October to a charge of causing Lombardo's death while driving with a blood alcohol level over . 10 percent. A .10 percent is considered legally intoxicated. He pleaded guilty to the charge as part of a plea agreement with the Barry County Prosecutor's Office In exchange, the prosecutor dropped a charge Tape committed manslaughter with a motor vehicle, which is punishable by up to 15 years in prison or a $7,500 fine, or both. The prosecutor also dropped a charge that Tape failed to stop at a serious personal injury accident, which has a maximum sentence of five years in prison or a $5,000 fine, or both. Village of Middleville Public Reminder LEAF VACUUMING: □ □ □ □ Nov. Nov. Nov. Nov. 7th 14th 21st 28th □ Dec. 5th □ Dec. 12th Brush, limbs, bagged leaves and bagged grass will be picked up on the 2nd and 4th Mondays through December 12th. HELP WANTED LOTS OF JOBS • STACK PARTS • TRIM PARTS • PLASTIC INJECTION • ASSEMBLY • STOCK PICK • PUNCH/TRIM PRESS • FLAME TORCH OPERATOR • INK MIXER/GENERAL LABOR AND MANY MORE' Will train for many of these jobs' Most openings are full-time with excellent hire in potential Work sites are near the Kent County Airport, in Kentwood. Ada, Wyoming, Byron Center and South Grand Rapids! Apply 8 a.m -4 p.m. any weekday or apply Wednesday (11/2) from 1 p.m.4 p.m. at the Ota” Dorr Township Hail (behind the Dorr Library) • Bring 2 pieces of ID 507 36th Street S.E. GRAND RAPIDS Between Drvts#on A Etsiem PEOPLEMARK Americas ConCrmporary lo«t\ 616/245-6161 EOUAi ORXWh Barry County Sheriffs deputies said that Lombardo was driving south on M-37 near Finkbeiner Road when his car was hit head-on by a northbound truck driven by Tape. They said the truck crossed the center line to hit Lombardo. Lombardo was trapped in (he car, but was extricated and taken by helicopter to Butter­ worth Hospital in Grand Rapids, deputies said. He died from his injuries the next day. Lombardo s passenger, Teilis Brown, 17, of 6225 Wing Ave., Kentwood, was not hurt, deputies said. Official MIDDLEVILLE Village Council Minutes October 10. 1994 President Myers called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Present: Bray, French, Oliver, Stagray. and VandenBerg. Ab­ sent: Schellinger. Guests: Margaret Fowler from the Sun and News. Gerald L. Felix and Scott Thompson from Wade Trim Corp., and many concerned Village residents. Minutes of the September 27, 1994 meeting were approved as read. Agenda approved as presented. Scott Thompson and Gerald L. Felix from Wade Trim Corpora­ tion presented to Council a Meter Water System Study and Master Sanitary Sewer System Study for the Industrial Park. Questions were asked by Coun­ cil. This matter tabled for further consideration. Discussion held on the rezon>ng of the rear 60x80 foot section of the property at 608 Grand Rapids Street from the R-l, Low Density Single Family Residen­ tial District, to the 1-2 Heavy In­ dustrial District. Tabled till final site plan and ordinance is done. French moved that Council adopt the Ordinance to Establish Procedures for the Levy of Special Assessments for Local Public Improvements. Support by Oliver Roll coll Bray aye. French aye. Oliver aye, Stogray aye VandenBerg aye. and Myers aye Mot. on Carried. Oliver moved the printed bills in the amount of $24 003.65 be paid Support by Broy. Ayes all. Carried Oliver moved that Counc.i ap­ prove the Was ter water Treo* ment Plant expenditures, Erhard! Construction $192 000 60 Prem and Newhof P C $12 140 56 and Construction retains $71 068 40 Support by VandenBerg Ayes oil Corned Council and Police Chief Shoemaker reviewed the September Police Activity Report Council and Manager Man shorn reviewed the Manager s Report Discussion he-kj concerning rhe property at 217 W Mam Street VandenBerg moved that Council direct a 48 hour notice to be sent to the property owner to abate the nuisance at 217 W Mam Street and rhe Chief of Police or Vdloge Manager has the authority to enforce this notice Also if Village incurs any cost this cost will be assessed against the property. Support by Stogroy. Ayes all. Carried. Several Village residents »xpressed their concerns and com­ plaints to the Council and Coun­ cil will take them into consideration. Village resident Lee Moore presented to Council a signed petition concerning the Parking Ordinance. This matter passed to the Ordinance Committee for consideration. With no further business Oliver moved for adjournment. Support by Bray. Ayes all. Car­ ried. Meeting adjourned at 8:53 p.m. Cheryl Hooper, Village Clerk (305) Pet of the Week "Rutty," a blonde Terrier mix male, isn't too large. But, the 1’/»-year-old was a little more dog than his elderly owner could handle. He loves kids and his shots are current. He is just one of the many fine animals currently available for adoption at the Barry County Animal Shelter. The shelter especially needs puppy and kitten food, it's that time of year. Bedding is also needed. Anyone wishing to make a donation may stop by the shelter during regular business hours. The Barry County Animal Shelter is currently located at 825 W. Apple Street in Hastings. It is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, and on Satur­ day from 9 a.m. to noon. Cats and kittens can be adopted for $6. The adoption fee for dogs and puppies is $10. (There may be additional costs for adult dogs for a rabies shot and license.) Also, you must sign a contract stating you will have the animal spayed or neutered within 30 days or by the time it is six months old. There is no fee for bringing an animal to the shelter. For more information, call 948-4885. Phone 795-3345 for Sun & News Action-Ads! CHARTER TOWNSHIP of CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a public hearing on November 7,1994, at 7:30 p.m. at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall, 250 S. Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, concerning propos­ ed zoning ordinances to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia. The principal provisions of the Zoning Or­ dinance amendments are the following: 1. Amendment of Chapter XX so as to specify requirements for offstreet parking and loading including minimum numbers of parking spaces, size and location of parking facilities, parking entrances and exits, drainage, parking lot lighting and landscaping, and regulations on off-street loading spaces. 2. To add Chapter XXV to the Zoning Ordinance, pertaining to in­ gress and egress standards, including minimum provisions on driveways and also including provisions on driveway permits, the spacing of driveways along adjoining streets and other provisions regulating access to lands from public and private streets. 3. To amend Sections 2.47 and 3.14 of the Zoning Ordinance coneming the definition of “street” and minimum street frontage and 1o add provisions concerning the maximum ratio of lot width to lot depth. All interested persons may attend the public hearing and comment upon the proposed Zoning Ordinance amendments. Dated: October 12, 1994 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA (301) �Page 24 / The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml I November 1, 1994 Scots girls earn perfect score at regional CC meet The Caledonia girls cross country team head to the State Cross Country Champi­ onships, Saturday, on a roll. The team, running against 16 other schools in the re­ gional meet, Oct. 29, finished with a perfect 15 points, and, with the kicker, finished in the top six spots. Finishing first and taking the regional champion medal was Sarah Parbel with a time of 18 minutes, 34 seconds. She was followed by team­ mates Shannon Houseman with a time of 18:36, Barb Warner at 18:39, Keri Bloem at 18:48, Katie Sobczak al 19:05 and Audrey Warner at 19:12. Sarah Hegel finished with a time of 20:11. Only the top five runner are used for scoring, however the sixth and seventh runners can push back the other team's score. Sparta was second in the meet with a team score of 114, followed by South Christian with 122, Hud­ sonville with 138, Wyoming Park with 147, Unity Chris­ tian with 173 and Godwin Fleights with 223. Seven other schools also fielded teams and three fielded fewer than five runners. The team will run Nov. 5 at Forest Hills Northern's home course for the State Class B Cross Country Championship. In the OK Gold grade-level run at Spana, last Tuesday, Jill Leatherman was third in the senior’s run at 22:10 and Stephanie Worman was ninth at 24:54. For juniors. Sarah Parbel was first at 19:35. In the sophomore run. Beth Warner was first at 19:07, Houseman was second at 19:09, Keri Bloem was third at 19:15, Audrey Warner was fourth at 20:07, Beth Parbel was fifth at 20:42,, Jill Hof­ mann was sixth at 21:01, An­ drea Shomler was eighth at 22:34 and Katie Benham was 11th at 23:27. For the freshmen, Jenny Sprague was fifth overall and Greta Klein also ran. Caledonia boys win regional cross country meet The Caledonia boys cross country team upset the No. 1ranked team in Class B. Grand Rapids Catholic Cen­ tral. Saturday to take I he top spot in the Regional Cross Country Meet Caledonia finished with a team score of 58. Catholic Central was second with 91, followed by Lowell with 110. Unity Christian with 139, Sparta with 153 and Rogers with 154. Eleven ZYLSTRA DOOR, INC. “Where the customer comes first” GARAGE DOORS AND OPENERS RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • Sales • Service • Installation Member of the Grand Rapids Homebuilders Association 698-7242 ___________ 3086 92nd S.E., Caledonia MORTON SYSTEM SAVERpeiiets 99.5 % PURE SALT. FOR SOn WATER, NOTHING WORKS HARDER. GUARANTEED.'’ RGHT MINERAL BUILD-UP • KEEP SOFTENER CLEAN & RUNNING LONGER Available at the... W.C. STORE TOTAL MART at M-37 and 68th Street OPEN 24 HOURS A DAY • 7 DAYS A WEEK 554-9939 • Fresh Donuts and Coffee • Lunch Specials • Lotto — CLEAN RESTROOMS - other schools also participated. Finishing first overall was Ben Thompson with a time of 16 minutes, 34 seconds to earn the Regional Champion medal. Dave VandcnBerg was fifth at 16:52, freshman Rob Lillie was 10th at 17:06, Todd Striplin was 20th at 17:32 and Dave Friedrich was 22nd at 17:39 to round out the scoring for the Scots. Also running for the Scot harriers were Adam Stauffer with 17:55, who finished 30th and Phil VanLaan at 18:34 for 48th place. Stauffer finished the run before Catholic Central’s fifth runner to ensure the win. There were 114 runners in the 3.1-mile run. Coach John Soderman said he felt the team s depth was the key, because Stauffer's finish put distance between Caledonia and Catholic Cen­ tral. The team will run at the State Cross Country finals, Saturday at Forest Hills Northern's home course. In the OK Gold grade-level run at Sparta, last Tuesday, the Scots boys won the meet with a combined time of 89:19. Cedar Springs was second at 90:14. Thompson was second for seniors with a time of 17:24 and Stauffer was sixth at 18:03. Striplin was the third junior to cross the tape at 18:12. VandenBerg was the first sophomore to finish at 17:24. Friedrich was third at 18:14 and VanLaan was 10th at 19:12. Lillie took first in the freshman run with a lime of 18:17. Scots defeat Rogers in final game The Caledonia varsity football team defeated Wyoming Roger. Friday night, 20-6 No information on the game was submitted b> the coaching staff The Scots end the season 3-6 overall. Caledonia's soccer team insists they are No. 1 with the trophy in hand and a trip to Vicksburg, Wednesday for the regional game Caledonia tops IK for district title The Caledonia Scots got two goals from Paul Minder and four others also put the ball past Middleville's keeper to win the district soccer title. Saturday. Minder scored the first goal in the game early in the first period and Steve Schmidt and Minder scored two more to make the half time score 3-0. Ivan Prado, Matt Bushman and Eric Rogers scored in the second half. Fighting Scots Coach Brian Broekhuizen said he was surprised, not that his team could play so well, but rather the team could score that many goals against the tough Middleville team. It was the most goals given up by Middleville in any one game this season. "Nine out of 10 times, we couldn't have beaten him (TK keeper Steve Converse)," Broekhuizen said. "We worked on shooting low be­ cause he is a big guy and we hit low and away." Mike VanSprange played the bulk of the game for Caledonia at keeper for the shut out. Middleville Coach Steve Evans said the adjustments Middleville made to try and get back in the contest just gave Caledonia more room to maneuver. "The more ad­ justments we made, the more space they had and the more shots they took," Evans said. Caledonia made it to the finals by defeating Delton 60 and Lakewood 4-1. Mid­ dleville defeated Hastings 43 and Wayland 8-0 to make it to the finals. Caledonia will now travel Middleville's Eric Griffith turns to avoid a shot by Caledonia's No. 2 Ivan Prado while No. 6 Paul Minder races outside for the deflection. Mike VanSprange scored his 11th shutout of the season with the 6-0 win over Middleville in the district championship game. to Vicksburg, Wednesday to take on the winner of the Gull Lake district soccer tournament. Scots JV gridders end season with win The Caledonia junior var­ sity football team ended its 1994 season with a 7-2 record. The final win of the season came Thursday night with a 30-6 triumph over Wyoming Rogers. Caledonia took the open­ ing kickoff and went 67 yards in 16 plays with Tim Soper scoring on a threeyard run. The conversion was also carried by Soper. In the second period, Caledonia scored on a sixyard run by Josh Haywood to end the first half. In the second half Nick Freeman intercepted a Rogers pass and gave the Fighting Scots good field position on the Hawks 35-yard line. Eleven plays later Freeman scored on a threeyard run. The conversion was run in by Mitch Jordan. Late in the fourth period Jordan scored on a threeyeard run and Matt Groenweg ended the scoring for the Fighting Scots by running in the conversion. Players in the 1994 jayvee roster are Tim Rodgers, Nick Freeman, Ryan Overmyer, Matt Bowan, Matt Frantti, Josh Haywood, Tim Soper, Matt Groeneweg, Dan Pennock, Aaron McIn­ tyre, Isario Gomez, Nick Hansen, Brad Diehl, Mike Ayers, Pete Cotton, Tyler Root, Aaron Buer, Jon DeVries, Kyle Paalman, Seth Erskine, Aaron Haight and Scott Pennock The team was managed by Molly Cryderman. Coach Phil Heyboer and Buzz Leatherman attribute the success of the squad to “team play.” The banquet is scheduled for tonight, Nov. I. �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml I November 1, 1994 I Page 25 Andy Brewer rolls out and looks for a receiver with the help of defender Steve Austin No 46. TK varsity gridders fall to Wayland in final game Katie Donker flies above a Forest Hills Northern defender in the 49-37 win, Thursday J V eagers fall by eight Sweet Ladies top South Christian by 11, win Gold title The Caledonia varsity girls basketball team defeated South Christian, 52-41. Oct. 25 to wrap up the title in the OK Gold. The Scots came into the game focusing on stopping the power of Julie Sterk and Danielle Mannes. Mission accomplished. Sterk was held to five points and Mannes to four and the Sweet Ladies, at one time had a 22-point lead. The Lady Sailors come­ back in the fourth was a 19-8 run but the hole was too deep out of which to climb. Jodi VanderVelde led the Sweet Ladies with 17 points, five rebounds and three as­ sists. Danielle Gallen had 12 points, including two three pointers and three steals. Katie Donker had five re­ bounds as well and added six points. "Our game plan was exe­ cuted very well for three quarters," said Coach Mike Wilson. "We moved the ball extremely well and found great shots while making it difficult for the Sailors to score in the half court. The Sweet Ladies host West Catholic today (Nov. 1) and will be on the road to Byron Center Thursday. The junior varsity team lost to South Christian 54-46. Sara Born had 15 points and six rebounds and Jan Vining had her best game of the season with 12 points and seven rebounds. (Courtesy of Matt Neely) The Middleville varsity football team was defeated 22-6 by Wayland in the final game of the season, Friday night. Middleville started the scoring with a 27-yard touch­ down run by Matt Liu in the first quarter. He was also the leading carrier for the Trojans with 17 hauls for 75 yards. The Trojan defense gave up ground stubbornly in the first half, allowing the Wild­ cats ( 6-3 overall) only one score. Penalties staved off a strong drive by the Trojans and the ball was turned over midway through the second period and the Wildcats were able to organize a touchdown drive and a point after try for a 7-6 lead going into the break. In the second half, it was all Wayland, scoring two more touchdowns and keep­ ing the Trojans out of the end zone. Jody Blain and Mike Sarver led the defense with five solo tackles each and Joel Appel had four tackles and a quarterback sack Andy Brewer completed three of 11 passes for 69 yards and Dwight Wade had two completions exit of five for 28 yards. The Trojans end the season 1-8 overall. MAKE HAY WHILE... (our early-order specials are at their best) NOW THROUGH NOVEMBER 1994, YOU PICK THE NEW JOHN DEERE MOCO, BALER, OR WINDROWER ... THEN PICK YOUR DISCOUNT. (Discounts vary by product- Financing subject Io John Deere Credit approval. 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Ml 49058 Phone: 616-945-9526 �Page 26 / The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml I November 1, 1994 TK varsity eagers defeat Byron Center fall to Calvin Christian The Middleville varsity girls basketball team lost to Calvin Christian, 38-30. Oct. 27, to fall to 12-5 overall and 7-2 on the OK Blue Confer­ ence. The I^dy Trojans were be­ hind by a basket at the end of the first quarter and the half. By the third quarter, the gap had increased to two baskets. The Trojans weren't able to pull close in the fourth and fell by four baskets. Sarah Kaechele was the leading scorer for the !>ady Trojans with 11 points, Vikki Jansen had eight. The team was coming off a tight 52-47 win over Byron (’enter, last Tuesday. The Lady Trojans started with a full-court press and a double teaming of the ball handler which created turnovers and a 13-9 firstquarter lead. Highlighting the second half was Kaechele s dribble along the baseline, a dash un­ der the net and a two-handed over-head shot to the net be­ hind her for the score. She also scored the free throw when she was fouled. The Trojans led at the half 32-19 with the help of five three-point shots, three of which came from Chelsea Peck. The Lady Dawgs made several attempts to get back in the game, but were held off by the Trojan defense Kaechele, who is the third leading scorer in the OK Blue, had 19 points in the game. Tracy Schondelmayer had 11. The team has today off and will host Godwin Heights. Thursday and travel to Coopersville, next Tuesday. Middleville’s Chelsea Peck is guarded by a Lady Dawg, but she was able to sink three three-point shots before Byron Center closed the gap between her and her guard TK girls win 4th consecutive 0-K Blue CC title The Middleville girls cross country team finished first the OK Blue conference meet and secured their fourth con­ secutive league title. TK finished first with 49 points, followed by Rogers with 63, Godwin Heights 69, Hamilton with 79, Coop­ ersville with 104 and Calvin Christian with 113. Jessie Davis finished fifth overall at 21 minutes, 28 sec­ onds, Sarah Matson was eighth at 21:54, Wendy Wis­ niewski was 12th at 22:38, Sarah Potter was 13th at 22:43 and Sarah Allore was 14th at 23:01. Lindsay Bre­ mer was 29th overall at 24:23. In the regional cross coun­ try meet, the I^dy Trojans finished fifth out of 12 schools with a team score of 160. Only the top three schools and the lop 20 run­ ners will run in the state meet, Nov. 5. Going to the stale meet for Middleville will be Davis, who finished 11th overall in the regional run at 21:36, Wisniewski, who finished 17th at 22:07 and Matson, who finished 19th at 22:09. The TK boys team finished sixth in the OK Blue. Steve Dood finished 11th overall at 18:21, Matt Eaton was 12th with a personal best time of 18:27, Justin Blake was 34th at 20:08, Andy Dragt was 37th at 20:17, Dendel Craven was 37th at 20:21 and Mike VanderSloot finished with a time of 24:23. Coach Tammy Benjamin said the boys, despite the finish, showed a lot of improvement this past season and the young team is looking to improve its standing next year. The State Class B run will be on Forest Hills Northern’s home course. Sarah Kaechele races to the net with a Lady Dawg looking to steal the ball She didn’t make the steal, but Kaechele made the basket TK JV eagers win two The Middleville junior varsity basketball team defeated Byron Center. 4228, Oct. 24 and Calvin Christian 41-31. Nov. 27. In the win over the Lady Dawgs, Jenny Doyle had 15 points. Katie Weaver had 13 and Jenna Shook added eight. In the win over the lady Squires, Doyle had 26 points to lead the junior Trojan team. Shook had seven rebounds, Sarah Bishop and Toni I’arrel had five each. The team will host Godwin Heights, Thursday and travel to Coopersville, next Tuesday. WHY A FIRE AND ROAD MILLAGE? VOTE YES on the Yankee Springs Township Proposals November 8! Four proposals will be brought before the people of Yankee Springs Township on November 8, 1994. The following supporters of the millage proposals urge you to also vote YES in order to provide support for our local fire protection, emergency service and road maintenance programs slated for the next 4 to 9 years. PROPOSAL NO. 1 Proposal to renew millage for fire protection and emergency services... PROPOSAL NO. 3 Proposal to increase millage for fire protection and emergency services... Shal the previous voted increase m the 15 Imitation and tevy for ths total amount of general ad valorem taxes as reduced in Yankee Springs township by the required rrukage rolback. which would resuR in a levy of 3069 mis ($ 3069 per $1000 of SEV) upon taxable real and personal property within the Town­ ship. be renewed for levy in the years 1994 through 2003 inclusive and which 4 renewed, wi raise m the first year of levy an estimated sum of $28,960 and whch levy shal be used for fire protection and emer­ gency services? Shai the previous voted increase r> the 15 mi tax bmrtabon and levy for the total amount of general ad valorem taxes for Yankee Spr.ngs Township be in­ creased an addteonai 25 mis ($.25 per $1000 of SEV) upon taxable real and person a property wChm the township for levy in the years 1994 through 2003 mdusfve. which if levied wi rarse m the first year of levy an estimated sum of $23,591. and which adefctonai levy shal be used for fire protection and emer­ gency services? PROPOSAL NO. 2 Proposal to recoup millage rollaack... Shari the previous voted increase tn the 15 mill tax limitation and levy for the total amount of general ad valorem taxes as reduced in Yankee Spring Township by the required millage rollback which would result in a levy of 3069 mills ($ 3069 per $1000 of SEV) upon taxable 'eat and tangible personal property within s»c Township, be increased by 1931 mills ($1931 per $1000 of SEV) to offset such millage reduction for levy m the years ’994 through 2003 inclusive which in­ crease will raise in the first year of levy an estimated increase revenue of $ 18.221 over that previously levied, and which levy shall be used for fire protection and emergency services? PROPOSAL NO. 4 Pro do sal for millage for road maintenance purposes... Shal the previous voted naease r the 15 mi tax bmCaton and levy for the total amount of general ad valorem taxes imposed by Artoie IX. Secton 6 of the MicNgan Constitution for Yankee Springs Township, be increased by 5 mis ($ 50 per $1000 of SEV) upon taxable real and personal property wtfwi the TownsTvp and tewed for the years 1994 through 1998 nduswe. when t ewed wi rarse m the first year of levy an etomated sum of $47,181. md whch levy shal be used for rood mamlenance wchrt the Townsfvp’ If you have any more questions regarding the upcoming millage election, please feel free to call George London, Yankee Springs Township Supervisor at 795-9091. This ad paid for by the supporters of the Yankee Springs Township Fire Protection and Road Maintenance Millages. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / November 1, 1994 / Page 27 FOR SALE (MOVING) six ft pine gun cabinet holds 13 guns, glass doorsJocks, $200. Pioneer speakers, $200. Sewing machine $25. 6X3’ wood top metal desk, $50. Dog carrier for truck, $75. Old recliner, $20. 891-8687, Call for Classifieds... 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Hastings, Hl. *9066 D bulk rate U.S. POSTAGE PAID Hwtmgs.MI 49058 Pennit No. 7 Your Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas 124th Year No. 40 / November 8. 1994 Middleville, Michigan 49333 Caledonia Charter Academy to stay open despite legal ruling School to be funded by district until appeal decided by Barbara Gall Stuff Writer It's business as usual at the Caledonia Charter Academy , even though the state's new charter school law was ruled unconstitutional last week Ingham County Circuit Judge Wiliam Collette handed down the decision Nov I after a lawsuit was filed by the Council of Organizations and Others for Education About Parochiad The lawsuit was funded by the Michigan Education Association. We expect that the ruling will be appealed, and that pro cess lakes time," said Caledonia Superintendent of Schools Doug Busman. "Un­ til there is a ruling on the ap­ peal, the program will con­ tinue unchanged, except that the funding will come from Caledonia Schools' K-12 budget instead of from the state." Busman said that temporari­ ly returning the school to the district "umbrella” was OK’d by State Superintendent of Schools Robert Schiller. Busman pointed out that Caledonia's proposed charter school actually has been in ex­ istence for seven years as an alternative education program called Options High School. Until now. the program has been funded and operated as part of the school district. The Caledonia School Board decided in September to act as the chartering agent for the schcxil under the new Proposal A legislation. Chartering would allow the program to receive the state’s per pupil foundation grant without imposing geographical limitations on who could attend About half of the 60 students now enrolled in the program live outside the Caledonia district. However, while other charters initially were approv­ ed. the Caledonia charter was put on hold until the Attorney General ruled on whether charter school teachers must belong to the local teachers’ association. which negotiates contracts for Caledonia educators Judge Collete’s ruling last week adds yet another delay to the charter process The Caledonia Community Schools’ decision to support the program until the legal questions are resolved means that out-of-district students will be funded under adult education during that interim period. Busman said. Adult education funding provides about $4,800 per pupil, compared to the $5,500 per-pupil grant charter school students would receive. However, the home districts of the out-of-district students must agree to release their per-pupil funds they receive for the students attending the Caledonia program, said Caledonia Schools Business Manager Judi Dean "We believe we'll receive $4,800 per pupil for the pro­ gram. assuming that the 24 students from outside the district get waivers from their home districts to release those per-pupil adult education state funds." she explained. Busman said that the board of directors chosen for the proposed charter school will function in an advisory capacity until ail the legal issues are decided. The Caledonia Class B' state champion girls cross country team pose with their trophy after a decisive victory at the state meet Saturday. Standing, from the left, are Sarah Parbel, Sarah Flegel, Audrey Warner, Katie Sobczak and coach Dave Hodgkinson. Kneeling, from the left, are Barb Warner, Keri Bloem and Shan non Houseman. (Photo courtesy Deb Houseman) Caledonia girls’ cross country team ~ = ~ wins 2nd straight state crown "The district then will app­ ly to recharter the program," Busman said. "Until then, we will con­ tinue to support this program as a pan of our school district. It has been proven effective and successful and good for our students." The Caledonia girls cross country team battled sub­ freezing temperatures and snow flakes to win the state...no wait, that was last year. The Lady Scots blistered the mild, wet and muddy home course for Forest Hills Northern and placed six of its team in the top eight finishers and all seven in the top 15 to take the State Class B Championship, Saturday. Car-semi crash injures Grand Rapids teen A Grand Rapids teenager was hurt Wednesday morning in this crash between his car and a serru-truck on M-37 in Middleville troopers at the Michigan State Police post in Wayland said Brian G Stetter. 19, was driving south on M-37 at about 11 a m when he hit the semi head-on. troopers said. Witnesses told troopers Stetter just drifted over the center line before the accident St eh er was trapped in the wreckage and it took an hour for him to be extricated by personnel from Thomapple Emergency Services He was taken to Pennock Hospital, where he was treated and released The driver of the semi, Phillip W. Scriven, 53, of Fort Wayne, IN, was not hurt m the accident Stetter was ticketed for driving left of the center line, police said The team finished with 21 points, 62 better than second place finisher Gaylord. Freemont was third at 182, Flint Powers was fourth at 238, Luddington was fifth at 266, Jackson Lumen Christi was sixth at 281, Ogemaw Heights was seventh at 297, Grand Rapids South Chris­ tian was eighth at 305, Grosse Ill was ninth at 322 and Stockbridge was 10th with 338 points. Carrie Gould from Flint Powers was the first runner across the line at 18:55 to take the top spot. However, a host of I-ady Scots then flooded the finish line. Finishing second overall was Keri Bloem with a time of 19:19. She was followed by Barb Warner at 19:22, Shannon Houseman at 19:23 and Sarah Parbel at 19:34. Finishing seventh overall was Katie Sobczak at 19:48, a handbreadth ahead of teammate Audrey Warner, who also finished at 19:48. Sarah Flegel finished up for the Scots at 20:35 for 15th out of more than 150 runners. Coach Dave Hodgkinson characterized the run. as he has for all of the superior ac­ complishments of his teams in his usual understated man­ ner, but this time with a smile nearly as long as the course: "It was a great day for the girls.” Whispers in the crowd have already wondered about an unprecedented "threepeat as most noticed that the Scots cross country team will lose only one runner to grad­ uation In This Issue... • Caledonia boosters expand mission and membership • ‘Cally Kettle’ sighted nationwide • Halloween was dress-up time for kids • Halloween ‘spirit’ pervades Caledonia �Page 2 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I November 8. 1994 TK senior to attend young leaders conference Obituaries Miss Irene S. Herrick—-------------------- ---------------------------CALEDONIA - Miss Irene S. Herrick, 81, passed away on Tuesday, November 1,1994 at her home. She was born on March 2, 1913 in Caledonia Township, the daughter of Herman and Sophia (Burton) Herrick. Survivors are neices and nephews, Margaret Stouffer, Delores and Cloyd Barnes. Lillian and Ronald Paffhausen, Dorothy and Claude Colburn, Norman Swainston, Marian and Joe Lombardo and Helen Belanger; several great­ nephews and great-nieces. Funeral Services were held on Saturday, November 5th at Caledonia Funeral Chapel. Interment at Dutton Cemetery. Mrs. W ret ha Me Nee_______________ _________ ______ MIDDLEVILLE Mrs. Wretha McNee, 90, of Middle­ ville, passed away on Monday, October 31, 1994 at Pennock Hospital in Hastings. She was born on December 13, 1903 in Lebanon, Indiana, the daughter of Charles and Anna (Shirley) Gibbs. She was raised in the Freeport and Middleville areas and attended McNee School in Middleville and Logan School in Freeport. She was married to Guy McNee on May 19, 1921 in Caledonia. Mrs. McNee was employed at Hastings Manufacturing Company for 16 years. She was a salesperson for Avon for 35 years. She was a member of Parmalee United Methodist Church and the Parmalee Ladies Aid. Mrs. McNee enjoyed sewing, knitting, making quilts, making foot stools, but most of all she was a devoted homemaker and mother. Preceding her in death were her husband, Guy McNee in November 23, 1979; son Clar­ ence McNee in November 20, 1989 and a son Howard Frank­ lin McNee. Surviving are two daught­ ers, Fern (Charles) Poland and June (Howard) Colburn all of Middleville; many grandchil­ dren great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. Funeral and Committal Services were held on Thurs­ day afternoon at the Beeler Funeral Chapel with Reverend Lynn Wagner officiating. Interment at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Middleville. Memorial contributions may be made to Parmalee United Methodist Church. Marguerite A. Tobias_____________—— --------------------HASTINGS - Marguerite A. Tobias, 86, of Shultz Road, Hastings, passed away on Wednesday, November 2, 1994 at Pennock Hospital. She was bom on November 4, 1907 in Hastings Township, the daughter of Edward and Elvira (Matthews) DeMott. She was raised in Hastings Township and attended the Gregory Country School. She graduated from Hastings High School in 1925 and received her Teachers Certification from the old Barry County Normal. She later recieved her B.S. Degree from Western Michigan University in 1962. She married Keet I. Tobias on May 4, 1932 at Angolia, Indiana. Mrs. Tobias’ teaching career spanned 21 years, retir­ ing in 1972. She taught at Hindes, Fisher, Gregory and Hendershot Country Schools and also for Delton Kellogg and Middleville ThomappleKellogg Schools. She and her husband were also engaged in farming in Hope Township for many years on the Family’s Centennial Farm. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church and formerly attended the Cedar Creek Bible Church, Michigan and Barry County Retired Teachers, National and Michigan Education Associa­ tions, Barry County Farm Bureau and the former Schultz Community Club. Mrs. Tobias was preceded in death by her husband, Keet I. Tobias on August 27,1988 and a sister Viola Kennedy. She is survived by daught­ ers, Margie and Jack Slocum of Delton and Pauline and Phil­ ip Armstrong and Lois and Donald Bowers all of Hast­ ings; sons, Edger and Phyllis Tobias of Wheaton, Illinois, Jerry Tobias of Hastings and Ronald and Carol Tobias and Richard and Virginia Tobias all of Nashville; 21 grandchil­ dren; 31 great-grandchildren; sister Evelyn Beadle of Hast­ ings; sister and husband, Beat­ rice and Darrel Hall of Hastings. Funeral Services were held on Saturday, November 5th at the Wren Funeral Home with Reverend Paul Deal officiating. Burial was at Cedar Creek Cemetery. 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A senior at Thornapple Kellogg High School. Scharphorn will be among 350 outstanding Na­ tional Scholars attending the conference from across America. The theme of the National Young Leaders Conference is • The Leaders of Tomorrow Meeting the Leaders of To­ day." Throughout the six-day conference. Scharphorn will interact with key leaders and newsmakers from the three branches of government, the media and the diplomatic corps. Highlights of the program include welcoming remarks from the floor of the United States House of Represen­ tatives and a panel discussion with prominent journalists at the National Press Club. Scholars w ill visit foreign em­ bassies and receive policy briefings from senior govern ment officials Scharphorn also may meet with Senator Carl Levin. Senator Donald W. Riegle and Representative Peter Hoekstra or an ap­ pointed member of their staffs to discuss issues facing Mid­ dleville and the nation To complement these special meetings and brief­ ings. she will participate in a number of leadership skill­ building activities In one ac­ tivity. “If I Were President." student role-play the presi­ dent. members of the cabinet and representatives from Capitol Hill who must res pond to an international crisis involving North Korea Culminating the National Young Leaders Conference is the " Mock Congress.” in which scholars assume the roles of United States representatives by debating, amending and voting on pro­ posed legislation on crime. The National Young Leaders Conference is spon­ sored by the Congressional Youth Leadership Council, a non-profit, non-partisan educational organization. Founded in 1985. the Council is committed to “fostering and inspiring young people to achieve their full leadership potential Scharphorn has been active throughout her high school career at Thornapple Kellogg She is a varsity cheerleader, is treasurer of the local chapter of the National Honor Society, serves as class treasurer, teaches gymnastics classes and has attended the Rotary Youth I eadership Conference. She also takes part in “Love-Light.“ a high school choir through her church that travels to difference churches Sunday evenings from December through May Scharphorn will be included in this year’s edition of Who B Wh<l X m <> ii | American High School Students. “ Grinage-Meyerink exchange vows Vows of marriage were spoken by Terri Sue Grinage and Gordon Harm Meyennk on Saturday. Aug. 20, 1994 at Gaines United Brethren Church of Caledonia, with Pastor Richard J. Raab, former pastor and friend of the brides family, officiating. Parents of the couples are Tom and Kay Grinage, and Doug and Maraline Meyerink all of Caledonia. Tina Colburn, friend of the bride and groom, was matron of honor. Bridesmaid was Diane Grinage, sister-in-law of the bride. Flower girl was Molly Meyerink, niece of the groom. Jeff Leatherman, friend of the groom, was best man. Tyler Meyerink, junior best man, walked down the aisle with his father. Groomsman was Steve Meyerink. brother of the groom. Ushers were Todd Grinage and Tony Grinage, brothers of the bride, Rick Colburn, friend of the bride and groom. Ringbearer was Layton Grinage. nephew of the bride Done lie Raab, friend of the bride’s family, played the prelude and the recessional on the keyboard Soloist and guitarist. Cheryl Vodry, sang the musical selections “I Finally Found a Uive of a Lifetime" and “Your Love Amazes Me.” Guest book attendants were Erica Fillingham and Brandon Grinage, niece and nephews of the bride. Terri and Gordie arc residing in Byron Center, following their honeymoon to Montana Help with federal government available on 3rd Thursdays locally On the third Thursday of each month, a representative from Second District Congressman Pete Hoekstra s office will be at the Thornapple Township Hall in Middleville to answer questions and offer advice on problems with the federal government. The representative will be at the hall at 200 E. Main Street the third Thursday from noon to 2 p.m. Gardening to be topic at meeting Two local master gardeners will present gardening topics at the Wednesday. Nov. 9, meeting of the Friends of the Caledonia Library . Library will include the winter care of roses and tips on successfully starting plants from seed. The speakers will begin their presentation at 7 p.m. Information about Friends activities in the coming mon­ ths will be available, beginn­ ing at 6:30 p.m. Future ac­ tivities include a book sale on Dec 10, an introduction to the winter reading club for adults in January , composting ups and low cost Valentines in February and “Super” men who love books in March. The Caledonia Library is at 240 Emmons Street in Caledonia For more informa­ tion call 891-1502. Remember Io vote November Sth. �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml / November 8, 1994 t Page 3 Caledonia Boosters expand mission and membership by Barbara Gall Staff Writer The Caledonia Athletic Boosters are not just into buy­ ing wrestling mats and war­ mups for CHS athletic programs. Nor are they just parents of athletes They not only donate money for pitching machines and football sleds, but also give to the CHS Teen Institute and the annual senior post­ graduat ion party. They're not only the parents of athletes, but also businessmen and women and active members of the community “We’re certainly pro­ sports, but what we really are is pro-kids and pro­ community." said Booster member Bill Norris “Our mam thing is to be here for the kids." agreed Boosters Membership Chair­ man Ijou Cizauskas "But we're not a clique, and we're not just open to the parents of athletes Anybody can be a Booster Cizauskas said that while parents of athletes certainly have formed the backbone of the Boosters' organization in the past, the group now wants to emphasize that teachers, administrators, alumni and local business and community members all are needed to help provide good programs for Caledonia students “We all need to work together to achieve the kinds of programs we want for our kids." Cizauskas said "That applies to all aspects of educa­ tion, including athletics I grew up being told that you should learn some important things by participating in sports, like teamwork and leadership and sportsmanship, how to win and how to lose. “I don’t think we can say that sports isn’t educational. The important thing is that our kids learn the right kids of jhings by participating in sports. “We believe that the Boosters can help that happen." Cizauskas said he was rather shocked when another parent told him he had never come to a Boosters meeting because he had never been invited. "All you have to do is show up." Cizauskas said, but he believes the Boosters need to publicize that open invitation. Norris agreed. Neither Lou nor I were invited.' but because we did have kids playing sports, we just decided to see what the group did.’’ he said " But the Boosters have a lot we'd like to accomplish, and we'd like everyone to know that we're more than just the people who run the concession stands at the games " Cizauskas pointed out that with the changes in school funding laws, the Caledonia schools are going to be operating on less money in all areas, including athletics. “At the same time, we live in an area that is just boom­ ing," he said “And as the area grows, we’re going to have more kids who want to play sports Down the road, we’re probably even going to be offering more sports for kids to participate in. “Then there’s the constant need to update and maintain the facilities we have, and as we grow, we'll always need to add We think we can help the school meet those needs Norris and Cizauskas said, however, that the Boosters also see themselves as pro­ viding a way for the com­ munity to come together to work for worthwhile goals. They have written a new mission statement that outlines their beliefs in scholastic excellence, com­ petition. sportsmanship, team work, school spirit and pride and the opportunity to participate Norris and Cizauskas pointed out that in addition to opportunities for students, high school sports events ac­ tually provide a time when many community members can get together. “It's fun for the social aspect as well as the competi­ tion,” Norris said. “That’s why we want to plan some ac­ tivities that not only help the kids and the school, but also are fun for the community as Time to turn in D&W register slips for TK senior party Organizers of the 1995 party for Thomapple Kellogg graduating seniors are asking We May Be Able To Reduce Your Health Insurance Costs We Offer A Variety of Health Insurance Plans • Major Medical Plans • Short Term Major Medical Plan • Medicare Supplement For Individuals, Families and Employee Groups H well." Cizauskas added. Right now. they said, the Boosters are working on the following projects: — A car raffle for a 1995 Chevrolet Lumma — A weekend getaw as pro­ gram that’s also a fund-raiser for the Boosters — A “fun run" to benefit the school athletic programs — A community-wide February dance “just for fun. period Ongoing efforts are: — Overseeing the indoor and outdoor concessions at athletic events. — Providing the printed programs for the fail and winter seasons. — An annual picnic for Boosters and coaches held just before the fall sports season begins Traditionally, the Boosters also have asked CHS coaches to provide them a “wish list” of equipment. The Boosters then use the list in deciding how to spend the money they raise each year In the past, they have pur­ chased not only equipment for individual sports, but also helped furnish the weight room, which benefits all con­ ditioning programs, and helped fund the new mobile television unit for broad­ casting over the local cable channel They also are discussing creating a Hall of Fame for Caledonia athletes, past and present; providing motiva­ tional speakers for kids and coaches; helping fund coaches' attendance at con­ ferences and seminars; recognizing scholar-athletes and recognizing outstanding coaching achievements. The Boosters also have taken on the effort to complete payment on the new lights at the varsity soccer field. The group of soccer parents who undertook that project have joined the Boosters rather than seemingly work as a separate booster organization. American Community Mutual Insurance Company cmw** Me**®** STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY Caledonia Village Centre 9365 Cherry Valley Avenue Caledonia, Ml 49316 8919294 that people who have been collecting D&W cash register receipts tum them in so they can gel credit for them They stress that the collection program will continue, but what has been gathered so far should be turned in to the TK/Community Library or to Marge Loew. The deadline to tum them in is Nov. 23. The cash register tape collection is one of a series of fund raisers that the parents and students are working on to raise money for the party The committees are in place and we re working, but we can still use volunteer * for the party, said Loew. She pointed out that volunteers can take on as much or as little as they like, and parents of juniors are welcome to "get their feet wet” on the planning of the 1995 all-night, alcohol-free graduation night celebration For information, call 9455779 Leoders of the Caledonia Boosters pose for a photo with CHS Athletic Director Jeanne Glowicki. Seated to the left of Glowicki is Don Hale and Terry DeVries is seated on the right. Standing are Chuck Clark and Lou Cizauskas. “There is a group of people with energy and enthusiasm and ideas.” said Cizauskas of the soccer parents. “We need to join together for soccer, for baseball, for track, for all our athletic programs. We’re real­ ly happy to have these people, and we’re ready to shoulder the debt for the soccer lights as one of the improvements we need to bring to Caledonia athletics.” Norris and Cizauskas em­ phasized that Boosters membership does not require attending lots of meetings or going to all the athletic events. Membership costs only $10 a year, and any amount of time or work donated to the group is appreciated, they said. “I’d love to see the Boosters grow to 200 paid members.’’ grinned Cizauskas. The Boosters meet at 7:30 p.m. on the second Monday of the month at CHS But the real work of the Boosters goes on thnmghout the community, all the time, said Norns. Anyone with questions about the group is welcome to call Cizauskas at 891-8040. New Design Full Service Family Hair Styling Salon NEW! Casualwear NEW! & Sportswear 4 TANNERS: 2 Booths & 2 Deluxe Beds OPEN - We me and recommend products by Caledonia Village Center IM 37) • 891-9257 -- As Always. Walk-ins Are Welcome — State Bank of Caledonia Premier Club INVITES YOU TO JOIN US St. Ignace Trip WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY NOVEMBER 16 & 17 Kewadin Inn Our club is hosting a fun-packed two day Casino trip to St. Ignace which includes motorcoach and overnight accommodations. Each person will also receive a package which includes the following: 1. Two $10 rolls of quarters 2. $10 chip coupon 3. $5 keno play 4. Three pull tabs 5. Two drink tickets 6. Draw chance 7. Free continental breakfast Cost of Trip: $65 per double occupancy. *90 per single occupancy. Meals are on your own. Reservations must be made by Nov. 9. Reserve now - space is limited. This tnp is for our Special State Bank of Caledonia Premier Club Members only, so if you have friends who would like to go. have them stop tn the bank and 'join the Club TATE K OF ALEDONIA 627 EAST MAIN STREET CALEDONIA, Ml 49316 PHONE: FDM ■*•*■’*' Ihr Feu Nome eiCimimumn.'ifnsrenimkmg (616) 891-8113 �Page 4 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I November 8. 1994 Neighbors with. NORMA VELDERMAN ____________ ____ Well, folks, how has your week been? Ups and downs are as usual But 1 have a very wonderful life. Daughter Jana is still here She is spending two weeks with us. She helps me by tell­ ing me about a drawer full of pictures. 1 am working on my memory wall to my mother, my dad and some of we three girls when we were small Bui ’ am having trouble finding a picture of my dad when he got his degree at the University of Michigan He got his life degree at Kalamazoo Normal (now Western Michigan University). That was where -I my mom and dad met He was doing practice teaching and mom was his student. She was getting her nurses training at Kalamazoo Mental Hospital Dad wanted to get his degree and so Mother kept on work­ ing at the Battle Creek Kellogg Hospital Somehow. I have misplaced a lot of pictures. Both Jana and Johnny told me what pic­ tures they were seeing, but too many that I knew I had at one time, are not there. I did find one of my mom walking with us three girts on Lara way Road, now 28th Street at that time, it was a dirt road. We lived on Madison Avenue near the cor­ ner. My dad died there I was only 2 when he died He came home early and said that he had a headache, so Mother told him to lie down and she would call him when dinner was ready When she went to call him. he was dead of a cerebral hemmorage at age 47. So mom was left with three small girts. Our neighbors. Mom and Pop Van Alien, took care of girts while she was taking her Mate boards. She got a job as a city school nurse and bought a house in Burton Heights. We had a housekeeper until we were all in school all day. Mother had a very lonely life, never remarrying. I can remember when the Depression came My mom went in to see the Old Kent Bank manager. He asked mom how much she was mak­ ing. She answered, five dollars a week in an office. So he asked her if she could af­ ford to pay 50 cents a week on the house payment. He said that the bank already had ac­ quired too many homes. So that was how we had a roof over our heads. I am definitely not the wonderful person my mother was. So my puttin up the pic­ tures is just a silent message to her that all her efforts were not entirely lost. With the help of Uncle George and Aunt Audie and the Leighton Church. 1 did become a better person. And I can hear her say. “1 always knew you would become that kind of person." Nuff about me. The Thomapple Historical Association will meet on Nov. 16 at Jack and Jerry Spencer’s home at the regular time. Maureen Robinson said that they had a wonderful atten­ dance at their "Pumpkin World" and had so much fun working with all the groups and moms that came through, but now we are just relaxing to recharge their batteries Don and Lois Stauffer at­ tended the Icoal retired White annual dinner at the VFW in Wayland. Don Stauffer said that he started working there when he came out of the ser­ vices and worked there for 50 years. Had a real nice visit with Twila Elwood. I just love to visit here. She is so special. You might even say that she is a fiesty gal and has a wonder­ ful sense of humor. That is all of the news that I managed to get. A great big hug to all of you. my community family. Have a good week. Remember all clouds have silver linings if you only v icw them with a positive attitude. Don’t forget to take pride in your ability to climb over or up the stumbling Mocks Call for Classifieds Phone 795-3345 i LOCAL CHURCH . DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church — Serving a Living Lord SUNDAY....... 9:45 a.m., 11 00 a m. * 6:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY................ Family Night - 6:30 p m. 7240 68th Street. SE — Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor. Rev. Brian F. Harrison Youth Pastor, Darrel L. Schrock FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville Bruce N. Stewart, Pastor Lee Taylor, Assistant Pastor Sunday School ........................................... 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service...... 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service............................ 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer.......... 6:45 p.m. Word of Life Clubs...................................... 6:45 p.m. WELCOME TO CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A church with a caring heart for our community and the world" Sunday Services....... 9:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. M-37 at 100th St., Caledonia, Ml Church Office: (616) 891-1512 Rev. Gerald Van Oyen Al Tiemeyer Community Calling Pastor Scott Reaching People With Christ 8:30 am to 9:30 am — First Worship Service 9:30 am to 9:45 am — Coffee Fellowship 9:45 am to 10:45 am — Sunday School 10:45 am to 11 00 am — Coffee Fellowship 11:00 am to 12:00 — Second Worship Service Nursery and Children’s Church will be provided during bah services. ■Set an example In speech in We. m low, in tarth and m purity " 1 Timothy 412 CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH iHnst Moly Mosary Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street 314 E. Main, Middleville Phone: 795-9030 Rev. James Cusack Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass........................... 5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass..................... 9:00 a.m. A 11:00 am. KETTLE LAKE INDEPENDENT REFORMED Proclaiming the Historic Reformed Faith. Services at 9:30 a m. and 6:00 p.m. Worshipping at Kettle Lake School on Whitneyville Road South of 68th Street CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST Traditional Roman Catholic Latin Mass Rev. Fr. Francisco Radecki, CMRI Sacred Heart Devotions Sunday Mass: 4:00 P.M. Confessions and Rosary: 20 Minutes before Mass WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 8546 Whitneyville Ave at 84th St •891-8661 'The Church where evenoedy is somebody. .and Jesus Christ is Lord Sun. Morning Worship............ 10:30 a.m. Sunday School.................................... 9:30a.m. Evening Service.................................. 6:00p.m. Rev. Bernard Mulder, Pastor 868-6306 Located in Leighton Township Comer of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Sunday Morning Worship (Interpreted for hearing impaired)............. 9:30 a.m. .11:10a.m. Sunday School.............................. ..6:30 p.m. Sunday Evening Service............... Pioneer Club (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday. .6:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting - Wednesday...... Youth Fellowship - Sunday.............................. 5:00 p.m. RAY TOWNSEND. Pastor TIM DOUBLESTEIN. Youth Director Qni QnoQ 071 -oUZo MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED "God Cares for You” Cornerstone Wesleyan Church Pastor Jeffrey Let Phone 795-7076 Peace Reformed Church Barner Free • M-37 between Caledonia & Middleville Sunday Worship Services..... 8:30 or 11:00,6:00 Children’s Church/Youth Worship during morning services, Carawiy Si puppet ministry for K4th during evening services Sunday School................................. 9:45-10:45 Wednesday Night “Family Night” 6:45-8:15 Includes Adventure Club, Choirs for Children and Adults High School Youth Group and Adult Classes For information call: 891-81 19 St. Paul Lutheran Kraft Ave & 84th St., Caledonia, Ml. (Missouri Synod) "Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. " Rom. 12:10 708 West Main Street Morning Worship Service............ 10 00 a m Sunday School..............................1115 a m. Evening Worship Service............. 6:00 p.m. YOU ARE INVITED Rev Roger Timmerman, Pastor 795-3667 MIDDLEVILLE and PARMELEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES 111 Church Street Parmelee Morning Worship........... 9 30 a m Middleville Sunday School............ 9 45 a m Sooday School.............................................. 930a.m Middleville Worship...................... 11 00 a m Sunday MorNng Worship............................. 10-30am. Sunday Evening Worsh<y............................... 600p.m. Rev. Lynn Wagner — 795-3798 Wea hAOweek Prayer & BOe SWv...... 700 pm Rev. Carroll Fowler — 765-5316 fev MMamriatar Awtr Church Office Phone — 795-9266 Stove jocxsor houft Aastr Church School 9:30 a m. Meeting at the Comer of Choir Practice 9:30a.m. Wood School Rd. and Wing Rd. Worship Service 10:30 a.m. Services — 250 Vine Street Sunday School...... .......... 1000 a.m Church Office — 891-8669 Morning Worship.. 1100a.m. Parsonage — 891-8167 Evening Worship .600 p.m. Rev. Bobby Dale Whitlock CHRISTIAN REFORMED 6201 Whitneyville Avenue LEIGHTON UNITED METHODIST Gaines United Brethren Church Kalama/iMi Avenue at 92nd Street Caledonia, Michigan Telephone 698-8252 Pastor Mark Beers LAKESIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH (Tljc (PIH tUimr r!Ijodisl (Church 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto, Michigan 49302 Sunday School.................. 10:00 a m. Morning Worship............. 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship................. 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting/ Children s Classes......... 7:00 p m. Royle Bailard, Pastor - 868-6437 — First Service...........................................8:30 am Sunday School........... 9:45 a m (Fellowship Coffee 9:45 a m. to 10:00 a m.) Bible Classes..................................... 10:00 am Second Service..................................... 11:00 am. (All Services have a Nursery available) Rev. Robert Gerke Office: 891 -8688 Church: 891-9878 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH Jt JMrf 12200 Chief Noonday Road (at Gun lake) Wayland, Michigan 49348 • 795 7903 Barrier free / Programs for All Ages . jsMaL Sunday Wadup 1000 am Sunday School 11 15 am Wednesday ■ Farad y S igtn —L—: L Lh . ^fe'.^||rTT,r‘ 11 6 (JO p m The Reorganized CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST of Latter Day Saints 8146 68ih St. near Whitneyville Ave Church School, 9 45 am. Morning Worship,. 11 00 a m o Rf/C-s'* Evening Worship . .6 00 pm Wed Fellowship 7:30 pm. (in homes or church) call . Pastor Robert Loesch 698-6027 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I November 8. 1994 / Page 5 AREA SCHOOLS LUNCH MENUS Thornappte Kellogg Breakfast Menu Wednesday, Nov. 9 Cold cereal, toast, grape juice, milk. Thursday. Nov. 10 Cereal, fruit, crescent, milk. Fridas, Nov. 11 French toast sticks, ap­ plesauce. milk. Talk Back By Douglas Busman, Caledonia Superintendent Q. You mentioned parent involvement last week. What are some available ways for parents to be involved? A. Many parents and community members already are deep­ ly involved in a variety of ways. Just a few of these include at­ tending special events days such as the upcoming Heritage Day at Kettle Lake, volunteering as classroom helpers and Apple Aides, attending sporting events, joining parent-teacher associations and participating in parent-teacher conferences. Q. What if a parent or community member would just like a visit a school? A Wc would welcome your visit. If you call ahead, so­ meone at the school would be happy to meet you and show you around. We think you would like what you see. and might even want to slay for lunch (available for $2.25). The high school has a special opportunity coming up on November 18. when they will have their annual “Community Visitation Day” and parents and community members are invited to spend the day at the school. Q. Suppose I decide to visit an elementary school. What would I see? A You would see active, busy children working with their hands, alone and in groups, actively involved in their learning Q. Would I see the basic skills being taught? A Of course. The difference is that reading (including phonics instruction), mathematics, science and social studies are often rolled right into the activities and projects that the children are working on. Q. Why do the children need activities and projects? A. Think of the best learning experience that you have had in your life. My guess is that your best learning comes when you are actively involved, probably using your hands, and really interested in what you’re working on. Q. Why is it important to me to visit a school? A. I think it’s most important because the media often paints a negative image of schools as violent places, filled with rude and disruptive students who aren't learning. If you were to visit a Caledonia school you would see just the opposite. You would find a caring place with active, involved, and respectful students under the guidance of skilled and caring teachers. We’d love for you to join us and see for yourself. If you have questions about this subject, or have a concern you would like to see addressed in this column, please either call the Caledonia Community Schools Administrative Office at (616) 891-8185 or write to Superintendent Douglas Busman at P.O. Box 128, Caledonia. MI 49316. — HOME OF THE WEEK — 103121. HEW USTNC ■ XKXX.E VILLE - Extensive remodeling done on this 2 story. 3 bed­ room. 1 % bath. New furnace, central oir, natural wood­ work. etc. Finished basement w FR. office or den Must be seen. Priced in the $60 s Coll Liz 795 9649 31621. ALTO AREA Split ronch on 3 acres. Four bedrooms 2 sets double sliders finished w o basement to enclosed porch Also has covered deck oH dining. 2 plus attached garage Coil Deb 281-8162 or 8911551. MN11M. MDOLEVUE SCHOOLS lovely 2 BR 2 both 1991 Redman. Large kit., cathedral ceiling. Carport 6 shed for only $19 900 Quiet park w, pool Cail Deb 623 8357 Cart feduts Ln BeHeaCSR Jeyce Chmtwwee Enrey □ Thornapple Kellogg School Lunch Menu Wednesday. Nov. 9 Meat and cheese subs, let­ tuce. baked beans, frozen juice bars. Thursday. Nov. 10 Super chili, veggie slicks, crackers, bread pnut butter, fresh fruit. Friday. Nov. 11 Pizza, cole slaw, blueberry crisp. Monday. Nov. 14 Hamburger on a bun. tomato soup, fresh pear, raisins, milk Tuesday. Nov. 15 Inservice. NOTE: Whole or lowfat milk offered each day. Alt. menu at El. Monday, hot dog; Tuesday, turkey on bun; Wednesday, salad bar; Thurs­ day. hamburger. Friday, fishwich Variety of sandwiches and salads at High School and Middle Caledonia Community High Middle Schools Lunch Menu Wednesday, Nov. 9 1/2 day of school Thursday. Nov. 10 Chicken nuggets, com or french fries, fruit choice, roll, milk. Friday, Nov. 11 No school. Monday, Nov. 14 Hamburger w bun. french fries, fruit choice, milk. Tuesday. Nov. 15 Pizza, french fries, fruit choice, milk. Caledonia Community Schools High/Middle Meal Deal Menu Wednesday , Nov. 9 1/2 day of school. Thursday, Nov. 10 Itza pizza, french fries. Vita Pup. milk, potato bar. Friday, Nov. 11 No school. Monday. Nov. 14 Grilled chicken patty w/bun, french fries. Vita Pup. milk. Tuesday, Nov. 15 BYO Nachos, french fries. Vita Pup. milk. Elementary Breakfast Menu Wednesday, Nov. 9 1/2 day of school. Thursday, Nov. 10 Pop tart, string cheese, juice or fruit, milk Friday , Nov. 11 NO school. Monday, Nov. 14 Assorted cereal, toast, juice or fruit, milk. Tuesday, Nov. 15 Egg-cheese in a hash brown pocket, juice or fruit, milk. Check these Listings 60621. MDDLEVULE Sharp home on approx 10 ocres. Four bedrooms 3 baths, great room fie Ids tone fireplace quality throughout. Also horse lover s dream place. Born with water 8 220 elec . 6 stalls many extras Must be Coll Potty 792 9974 - OUR STAFF 795-2320 Ateet HmMm. GRI 795 9849 792-6334 Monday. Nov. 14 Bagel, cream cheese, orange juice, milk. Tuesday. Nov. 15 Inservice. No school. Pztty Ddrz Deeftrtc 948-9611 792-9974 281-8162 621-8357___________ ______ ________ cornerstone ra realty inc. t=J 4611N. Middleville Road ■ Middleville 795-7933 891-1551 681-2834’ ••---« Caledonia Veterans Day service set The Caledonia American Legion Post No 305. its Aux­ iliary and the post's branch of the Sons of the American Legion will hold a Veterans Day service at 7 pm Friday. Sos 11. al the Legion Post The outdoor sen ice is open to the public and will honor ' the men and women w ho hay e served in their country’s arm­ ed forces The Caledonia American Legion Post 305 is kicated on the east side of M-37 just north of the traffic light at Mam Street Caledonia Community Schools Kettle Lake Elementary Lunch Menu Wednesday. Nov. 9 1/2 day of school. Thursday. Nov. 10 Chicken nuggets, food bar. roll. milk. Friday. Nov. 11 No school. Monday, Nov. 14 Hamburger w bun. french fries, food bar. milk. Tuesday, Nov. 15 Itza pizza, food bar. milk. Caledonia Community Schools Dutton Elementary Lunch Menu Wednesday. Nov. 9 1/2 day of school. Thursday . Nov. 10 Chicken nuggets, food bar. roll. milk. Friday . Nov. 11 No school. Monday, Nov. 14 Hamburger w/bun. french fries, food bar. milk Tuesday, Nov. 15 Itza pizza, food bar. milk. Caledonia Community Schools Caledonia Elementary Lunch Menu Wednesday , Nov. 9 1/2 day of school. Thursday, Nov. 10 Chicken nuggets, food bar. roll, milk. Friday, Nov. 11 No school. Monday, Nov. 14 Hamburger w/bun. french fries, food bar. milk. Tuesday, Nov. 15 Itza pizza, food bar. milk. serving our country Holly M. Isenhoff Air Force Airman Holly M. Isenhoff has graduated from Air Force basic training here During the six weeks of training the airman studied the Air Force mission, organiza­ tion and customs and received special training in human relations. In addition, airmen who complete basic training earn credits toward an associate degree through the Conununi­ ty College of the Air Force. Isenhoff is the daughter of Harold J. and Charlene R. Isenhoff of 6671 Noffke Drive. Caledonia. She is a 1993 graduate of South Chris­ tian High School. Grand Rapids. Now taking applications for: TK Community Education Coordinator Qualifications: Good communication skills. IBM computer proficiency, good organiza­ tional skills, ability to work with and organize activities for a variety of commu­ nity groups; Senior Citizens, Preschools, adults and youth. Must have experience working in an office and providing secre­ tarial skills. Must be available to work a flexible schedule (35 hours a week). To apply: send resume to: Chris Boysen TK Community Ed 3885 Bender Rd. Middleville, MI 49333 Deadline: November 16, 1994 �Page 6 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / November 8, 1994 Kettle Lake mascot journeys coast to coast tally Kettle’ sighted nationwide by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Avaunt, cynics, skeptics and unbelievers! Cally Kettle is touring the country! spotted at Penn State's homecoming football game, the stuffed mouse from Kettle Lake Elementary has visited seven slates and the nation's capital since September, when she boarded a jet for Washington D.C. under the guardianship of Second District Congressman Peter Hoekstra. Following an itinerary plan­ ned and overseen by Hoekstra’s staff. Cally Kettle has been traveling ever since. As a result of her journeys, the students in Julie Van Sickle's class at Kettle I^akc have received not only an informative letter from Hoekstra's Washington staff, but also photographs of Cally Kettle at one of his staff meetings, touring the Capitol and enjoying the flora at the National Botanic Gardens The most exciting Washington correspondence, however, came right from the White House, with a letter signed by President Clinton himself He encouraged the Kettle Lake students in their education, and mentioned that Chelsea would miss Cally Kettle The plan to send a stuffed mouse as an ambassador to other parts of the country was the brainchild of Van Sickle’s student teacher. Terry Mor­ row of the Delton area. CRAFT SHOW Barry Expo Center Barry County Fairgrounds November 12 9 A.M. to 4 P.M. Lunch Available FREE PARKING FREE ADMISSION ■ She and her students wanted Cally first to visit the Presi­ dent's daughter, and sent a Kettle Lake T-shirt to Chelsea, along with the begin­ ning of a travel journal for Cally They also enclosed in Caily's traveling box some items that represented Michigan, like a Petosky stone, photos of the Mackinac bridge and a miniature Ford car. They hoped that Chelsea would send Cally off to a friend in another slate, who would take the mouse to school, where that class would add to the journal, donate some items that represented their region and then send Cally to a school in yet another slate. The Kettle Lake students hoped to get a postcard or a letter from each host, so they would know where Cally was. They then would make that slate the object of their studies. Hoekstra's staff, however, decided to personally oversee Caily’s journeys, and instead of the mouse being forwarded around the country, she "travels” home with Hoekstra's Congressional col­ leagues and then back again to his Washington office to recuperate before heading off to a new place "They are taking very good care of Cally.” Morrow said. The staff told Morrow they will keep her students inform­ ed of Caily's whereabouts and Re-Elect Judy Harrison County Commissioner Ricky Fuller (left), Note Nanningo and Jocob Veneklose display some of the in­ formation and moil they have received as a result of Cally Kettle s travels. Ricky holds a letter from the staff of Congressman Peter Hoekstra and Jacob exhibits a letter the class received from President Clinton. also said that the journal is be­ ing continued during each visit. As they hear of her travels, the students outline her journeys on a class map of the United States. Besides Washington, she so far has visited California, Maryland. New Jersey (where a gift of M & M's was sent off to Kettle Lake from New Jersey’s Con­ gressman Zimmer), Illinois, Iowa, Pennsylvania and Maryland. Other people around the country, however, also have heard of the project, and have sent the class information, even without meeting Cally Kettle. Hanging on the bulletin board are pictures and guidebooks from Florida. Arizona and Virginia, all places that Cally has not yet visited. No one is more tickled about the success of the pro­ ject than Morrow, who, along with her students, can’t wait to read the journal when the Continued next page — Gun Lake Women to meet Wednesday This month’s meeting of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs-Gun Lake Area will be Wednesday, Nov. 9, at 9:30 a.m. at Bay Pointe Restaurant, 11456 Marsh Road, Gun Lake. Melissa Jane Martinez, education training specialist for the Allegan Substance Abuse Agency Inc., will be the featured speaker. Visitors and guests are in­ vited to attend. Lunch will be available after the program. For more information, call 792-6584 FOR LOANS. FOR CREDIT CARDS. JOE. Call me Joe, because that's my name. Joe. As in Joe Castillo. I'm a loan offi­ cer. For NBD. And I'm taking my office on-the-road. I want to intro­ duce you to all of the great loans you can get from NBD. NBD Home Improvement, Auto, RV and Boat Loans; Home Equity Credit Lines, and credit cards. You name it. I'll help you apply for it. Just check the times listed below, and arrange to see me soon. You'll find me helpful. You'll find me friendly. And when it comes to consumer loans, you'll find I'm not just any Joe. The right bank can make a difference’' Call me at (616) 430-1860 or (616) 771 7541 Stop and see — your choice is clear. Republican Paid for by tht fonunittee to Re-Elect Judy Harrison Russ Olivier, Treasurer See me at these time* and places. Monday* 9 a.m. 1 p.m. Office of Richard A Blanch, CPA, 130 Main St, Caledonia Richard J. Choryan, O.D. Wednesday* 9 a.m. • 1 p.m. American Chiropractic Life Center 301 S Michigan, Suite 3, Hastings DOCTOR OF OPTOMETRY 133 E Main St. Caledonia. Ml Thursdays 9 a.m. ■ 1 p.m. H & R Block, 132 N. Main, Wayland 891-9224 NBD Bonks/Member FDtC Copyri^t 1994 �Colly Kettle has traveled coost to coast since leaving Caledonia in September. Jennifer Sarver (left) points out Colly’s longest trip, while classmates Amber Nanninga and Danielle Farr indicate other places Colly has visited. Cally continued from page 6 little mouse is returned home in December We went ahead and studied some states while we were waiting to hear whether Miss (.ill) actually u.is visiting anywhere.” Morrow said. tach of the students now hopes that Cally will visit the state he or she researched in class. If they have their wishes, the map eventually would show Cally journeying to Florida. Colorado. Mon tana. New Mexico. New York and Ohio. (The Buckeye state got a lot of votes as the home of Cedar Point Amusement Park ) The furry traveler is sup- posed to be sent home to Caledonia and Kettle Lake Elementary by Dec 16. which is Morrow’s last day of student teaching and the last day of school before Christmas vacation. Plans for an appropriate welcoming reception are under way. Pizza, cake, cheese and ice cream were all under consideration as ap­ SADD chapter creates "hand-some’ banner Everyone hod a bond in this banner! Caledonia High Schools chapter of Students Against Drunk Driving (SADD) creates awareness of both its member­ ship and its mission with a banner for the school hall. Each member autographed his or her handprint. 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S N U 4 GROUND Few of the kids had dressed in something that look­ ed so tasty as this bunch of grapes. Unearth Deep Discounts on Tillage Tools HIGH N DRY STORAGE Here’s just one example of the great deals offered during John Deere’s Annual Ground Breaking Sale. Stop in and talk tillage with the experts at our deal­ ership before January 31, 1995, for the lowest prices of the year. You’ll find John Deere quality at a truly earth-shattering price. Boats • Cars • Motorcycles Motor Homes • Snowmobiles and Off Season Equipment NONE TOO SMALL OR TOO LARGE Limited Access/By Appointment Only CALL...616-948-8789 JOHN DEERE Equipment, Inc Located on M40 at 141st Ave.. Holland (2 miles south of H96) HoursMF 7 am-5 pm. Sat 7 am-3 pm several ot the costumes were cleverly designed like this little bird at McFall Elementary. GOOD DEALS...AND A GOOD DEAL MORE LEW NEWMAN for County Commissioner Orangeville — Yankee Springs Twp. 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Middleville, Ml I November 8, 1994 I Page 9 Coffee with Wilhemina Wright discussing ADHD ADD (At­ tention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder and Attention Deficit Disorder) at the Page Library at 7 p.m. ♦ ♦♦♦a TK Bulletin Board Calendar of Events Nov. 8 — Vision retesting for 2nd grade Don't forget to vote. Nov. 7-11 — McFall book fair' Schedules have been sent home Nov. 8-9 — High School parent teacher conferences from 5-8 p.m. Nov. 9 — Wildlife Encounters comes to page for 4th and 5th grade (This is a P.E.T. funded activity). Nov. io — Gifted and Talented meeting al Page, all interested parents are invited. Nov. 14-18 - National Geography Week (Watch Carmen Sandiego') and National American Education Week (hug a teacher) Nov. 14 — McFall has their first grade art talk Drug awarness for the 10th graders. School board meeting, 7:-3O p.m. at the High School Library Nov. 15 — Inservice. No School district-wide Nov. 16 — First grade art talk: “Children and Animals in Art.” (Thank you art docents). Nov. 17 — First grade art talks. Third graders to see “The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe.” (P E T funded) P.E.T. Nov. Nov. Nov. June Looking Ahead... 22 — P E T. meeting. 7 p.m. at the Page Elementary 23 — Half day of school district wide 24-25 — Thanksgiving vacation. 9 — Last day of school. »»«♦* Teachable Moments West — Mrs Thaler's second graders are listening to “Charlotte's Web” and finding one main idea from each chapter They are also making clay maps of the continents. Page — Mrs. Chausow’s and Mrs. Wachtor’s fourth grade class will be observing the phases of the moon during the month of November. They will be reading a variety of legends from different cultures regarding our “Man in the Moon.” After which, they will be creating their very own legend to ex­ plain what ‘face’ they see in the moon and how it came to be. Congratulations to the October Page Good Citizen All­ Stars. These children have proved themselves to be good students. Tyler Wenger. Ashley Ballard. Nate Thornton. Janine Dykstra, Stephanie Simon. Joey Guy. Mary Elaine Foster. Beth Blanchard. Craig Batdorff, Jennifer Piccard. Julie Schumaker. Matt Raetz. Ryan Clouse. Elizabeth Longstreet, Ashley Carter. Carolyn Ehmry. Kyle Fletke. Michelle Ken­ ney. Angela Blood. Sarah Minor, Cody Finkbeiner. Bethany Holes. Rebecca Cobb. Melinda Roth. Mike Theil. Christine Dood. Chad Schultz. Jason Drogowski. Andrea London. Brit­ tany Barber and Adam Chamberlain. Good Job! Quote of the Week — “Those who corrupt the public mind are just as evil as those who steal from the public purse.’ (Adlai Stevenson) ________________________ * Homeowners " Cash Feet * 1 st anc 2nd purdWM or r»Rnanc« land cortrwj raRnancng • rtor-a or Rartai P-ooarv "Sow CradB O K. •Bi Consod^on ate. 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Why Call spencer's rowing? ■ ■ ■ ■ 24 Hour Service Radio Dispatch Fully Insured Flatbed Service ■ ■ ■ ■ Jumpstarts Lock Outs 8 Trucks Available Emergency Tire Repair We bill direct to every insurance agency in Barry County, including: • • • • • AAA Amoco AARP Montgomery Wards Auto Owners • • • • • ERS Allstate Farmers State Farm Cross Country Some good, old-fashioned games provided fun at classroom Halloween parties. Students in Shirley Tim­ mer's room learned the fine art of bobbing for apples. we are on the 911 Emergency Call List SPENCER S TOWING 795-3369 or 1-800-635-9964 PUBLIC NOTICE MIDDLEVILLE Beauty' and the 'beast' ended up together during the Halloween parade. Caledonia Elementary teacher Carrie Murphy smilingly escorts a strange, but ap­ parently friendly creature. Date November 8. 1994 Permit No M 00191 The Michigan Department of Natural Resources proposes to reissue a groundwater discharge permit pursuant to 1920, P A 245, as amended, the Michigan Water Resources Commission Act (Act 245) and ths administrative rules promulgated thereunder, to Village of Middleville The applicant proposes to discharge a maximum 500,000 gallons per day (182,500,000 gallons per year) of treated sanitary wastewater to the groundwater via a proposed sequencing batch reactor and rapid infiltration basin system al a facility to be located in the SW 1/4 of the NE 1/4 of Section 23, T4N, R10W, Thornapple Township, Barry County Comments or objections to the draft received by December 8, 1994 will be considered in the final decision to Issue the permit Persons desiring information regarding the draft, procedures for commenting, or requesting a hearing should contact Groundwater Program Section, Waste Management Division, Department of Natural Resources PO Box 30241. 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SNOW TIRES IN STOCK 'C99 PkxuWhoKno* | IO DAY SPECIAL Nov. 9 thru 19, LUBE - OIL. - FILTER Limit 5 qts. of Vatvoline MUST BRING 1994 COUPON } �Page 12 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / November 8, 1994 Ben Thompson sprints the last 200-plus yards to finish ninth overall in the State Class B Cross Country Championships, Saturday Katie Sobczak and teammate Audrey Warner finished with times of 19 minutes. 48 seconds but Sobczak nipped Warner at the tape Keri Bloem stretches out the last lew feet of the 3.1mile course to finish seconds ahead of teammates Barb Warner and Shannon Houseman Caledonia boys 4th in state cross country meet Caledonia high school's top cross country runner Ben Thompson sprinted the final 200-plus yards and passed three other runners to put himself in the top 10 runners at the Stale Class B cross country meet. Saturday. Thompson finished ninth overall at 16:54 and led the team to a fourth place finish with 187 points. Stockbridge won the boys meet with 143 points, fol­ lowed by Freemont with 177 and Grad Rapids Catholic Central with 178. Finishing fifth was Columbia Central with 253, St. Joseph was sixth at 257, Chelsea was seventh with 268, Ogemaw Heights was eighth at 285, Zeeland was ninth with 3112 and Gaylord was 10th at 313. There were 27 teams field­ ing 189 runners in the team run. Sophomore Dave VandenBerg was 17th overall at 17:03, Rob Lillie was 33rd at 17:33, Todd Striplin was 50th at 17:45 and Dave Friedrich was 78th at 18:02 to round out the scoring for Caledonia. ‘Favorite teachers' honored at WMU Alto American Legion Post #528 FISH FRY 9 Fri., Nov. 18'5 to 8 pm Open to the Public — Everyone Welcome — 6052 Linfiled Ave., Alto Robert Bowman of Caledonia Elementary and Norma Acker of Maple Valley High School were among 30 teachers invited to attend the fifth annual “Favorite Teacher Day” at Western Michigan Universi­ ty. Oct. 14. Freshmen from WMU’s Lee Honors College were ask­ ed to nominate their favorite Moving Soon to Our NEW BUILDING (Two Doors North) Watch for our Grand Opening! high school teachers and in­ vite them to spend a day at WMU. The purpose was to recognize the efforts of the teachers who prepared these high-ability students to the academic challenges and lear­ ning opportunities of the Lee Honors College. “Favorite Teacher Day" included an introduction to the Lee Honors College and a discussion of honors college courses and “learning com­ munities.” The day concluded with a luncheon for the teachers and students, an awards presentation and a tour of the campus. Jessica Coe nominated Bowman and Stacey Hawblitz nominated Acker. Also running for the Scots were Adam Stauffer and Phil VanLaan. Coach John Soderman said finishing fourth out of 27 teams "is not too shabby." "The boys ran quite well today," Soderman said. "It was very close between the second, third and fourth place teams. 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Ml / November 8, 1994 / Page 13 Sweet Ladies slip past West Catholic bomb Byron Center Sweet Lady Danielle Galled dribbles to the key around a West Catholic defender in Caledonia's 61-58 win last week TOWING & -fr* i RECOVERY NOfF (616)795-2200 • 24 Hour Emergency Dispatch Most major motor clubs accepted. • Unlock • Jump Start • Motorcycle • Flatbed • 4 Wheel Drive • Emergency Tire Repair 507 Arlington (M-37) Middleville, Ml 49333 We re Pulling For You OFFICIAL NOTICE of THORNAPPLE TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARING SPECIAL LAND USE PERMIT APPLICATION No. SU-14 Notice is hereby given that on November 21, 1994 at 8:30 p.m. at the Thornapple Township Hall, 200 E. Main St,, Middleville. Michigan the Thomappie Planning Commission will hold a public hearing for the purpose of hearing comments regarding a Special Land Use Permit Application in an A-R zone, Thomappie Township The proposed special use is to extend a mineral extraction permit previously granted in October of 1993. tor a period of an additional calendar of 1995 and to allow mining along the western property line within the setbacks. No processing would be done on the site Legal description of parcel: Thomappie NE 1/4 SW 1/4, Ex N 21 rods of the E 26 rds Permanent Parcel No 0814-030-008-00 Name and address of applicant: Thomas Wieringa, 12675 Jackson Rd . Middleville. Ml 49333 The special use application may be inspected at the Thomappie Township offices daily 9 am. to 4 pm Any written comments regarding this application may be addressed to: Secretary Mark Sevaid. Thomappie Town­ ship Planning Commission, 200 E Mam St. Middleville Ml 49333. Mark Sevaid, Secretary Thomappie Township Planning Commission NOTICE: Thomappie Twp will provide reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed material being considered at the election/meeting/heanng upon seven (7) days notice to the Township Clerk Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the clerk by writing or calling: Thomap­ pie Township Clerk. 200 E Mam St Middleville. Ml 49333 Telephone 795-7202 (104| The Caledonia girls bas­ ketball team added two more wins to its record with a 6158 win over West Catholic Nov. 1 and a 66-35 thrashing of Byron Center. Nov 3. The win make 13 straight games without a loss for the Sweet Ladies against only two losses this season. In the win over West Catholic, the Falcons, which were ranked No. 3 in the State for Class B. fell behind 8-0 after the Sweet Ladies defense started strong. "It was important for us to get off to a strong start," said Coach Mike Wilson. "West has blown open a lot of games early, this season." The Lady Falcons did come back and took the lead 20-19 in the second half, but the Sweet Ladies scrambled for a 9-3 run to close out the first half. Mindi Smith and Jodi VanderVelde both hit a pair of free throws late in the game to give the Scots the three-point win. "We got big plays from ev­ eryone," said Wilson, "espe­ cially down the stretch." VanderVelde was the leading scorer with 15 points, Danielle Gallert and Jaimie Oatley had 13 each. Van­ derVelde also had six re­ bounds and five assists. Gallert had four assists and four steals and Oatley had five rebounds In the bombing of Byron Center, the Sweet Ladies shot 51 percent from the field, including six from long distance. "We had an excellent game offensively," Wilson said. "We worked the ball, were patient and found great shots against an intense defense." VanderVelde led the team with 14 points, four steals and three assists. Gallert had 12 points, including three three-pointers. The team holds a record of 16-2 and will host Sparta, tonight (Nov. 8) and be on the road to Wayland in the fi­ nal game of the regular sea­ son, Thursday. The junior varsity team split in eager action last week with a loss to West Catholic 47-30 and a win over Byron Center 52-36. Allison Schneider scored 12 points and Biance Arrigo added 10 in the game against the Falcons. Against the junior Bull­ dogs, Sara Born had 18 points and five rebounds and Schneider had 10 points. TKIV eagers win The Middleville girls bas­ ketball team defeated God­ win Heights, last week, 4314. In the defense-dominated game for the Trojans. Jenny Doyle was the leading scorer with nine points for the junior Trojans. Pam Jameson added eight and Dawn Bell and Jenna Sixx* had six. Toni Farrell and Wanda Pennington were instrumental on defense in the game The team will travel to Coopersville tonight (Nov. 8) and will host Hamilton in the final game of the season. Thursday. Caledonia's Mindi Smith puts the "H* in hustle by splitting the defenders for a notso-easy basket against the Lady Falcons. Cast Your WO for a... TRUE VALUE HOME at Cider Mill Village • Maintenance-free home. • Friendly community. • Centrally located. 8 Units in stock to choose from — Singles and doublewides As Low As *26,500 (Complete) ...or see Sandra to customize your new home! At True Value Homes your opinion counts and we always deliver what we promise! Call Sandra at... 795-7900 for details TRUE VALUE HOMES In Cider Mill Village A Communitv of Carefree Manufactured Homes Private Property Land Home Financing Available 812 RIVER BEND LANE - MIDDLEVILLE CIDER MILL VILLAGE is open weekdays except Wednesday • 795-6006 �Page 14 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / November 8, 1994 TK eagers slap loss on Godwin The Middleville girls bas­ ketball team defended the heck out of Godwin Nov. 3, to register its 13th victory of the season 47-25. The I>ady Trojans are 13-5 overall and 8-2 in the OK Blue with the win going into the final games of the season. The Trojans held the l-ady Wolverines to less than seven points in three of the four quarters, allowing them 10 points through the first half. Sarah Kaechele was the leading scorer for the Lady Trojans with 15 points, Katie Polhemus. Tracy Schondelmayer and Chelsea Peck each had six points in the contest. Village of Middleville Public Reminder Vikki Jansen. Schondelmayer and Kaechele had seven rebounds each. Kaechele also had eight steals and four assists. The team was also shoot­ ing 85 percent from the free throw line. The team plays tonight (Nov. 8) at Coopersville and in the final game of the regu­ lar season, home against Hamilton. Thursday. Members of the OK Blue championship Middleville girls cross country team include (from left): Sarah Allore, Sarah Matson, Jessi Davis. Lindsay Bremer. Coach Tamara Benjamin. Wendy Wisniewski and Stephanie Potter (Photo courtesy of Diana Kamstra) LEAF VACUUMING: □ □ □ □ Nov. Nov. Nov. Nov. 7th 14th 21st 28th □ Dec. 5th □ Dec. 12th Brush, limbs, bagged leaves and bagged grass will be picked up on the 2nd and 4th Mondays through December 12th. TK girls run in state cross country meet Sarah Matson finished 84th overall. Jessie Davis was 94th and Wendy Wisniewski was 98th in the individual State Class B Cross Country Meet, Saturday. NOTICE OF HEARING CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA • KENT COUNTY RE Proposed Kelsers Park Drain TO Owners of Land in the hereafter designated portions of Section 11 in the Charier Township of Caledonia: Notice is hereby given that the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia, Kent County, Michigan will meet at 7:30 p.m., on Wednesday, the 16th day of November, 1994, at the Caledonia Township Offices located at 250 Maple in the Township to hear objections to the proposed drain project above named to be located as described below; to receive information from the public on the advisability of proceeding with the proposed drain project; and to hear objections to the special assessment, fee, or charge to be levied on land in the Township especially benefitted by the project in the area above described and in the proposed drainage district and delineated by the Kent County Drain Commissioner, which is described as follows: PROPOSED DRAINAGE DISTRICT DESCRIPTION All of the property located within the following area in Section 11, T5N, R10W, Caledonia Township, Kent County, Michigan. The following parcels of land in Keisers Park Plat: 1.1-71 inclusive; 2. The West 500 feet of the South 50 feet of Lot 72; 3. Lot 76, except the West 500 feet of the North 200 feet, and except the East 510 feet of the North 200 feet; 4. The Acorn Street Right of Way (20 feet wide); 5. The Beaver Street Right of Way (20 feet wide); 6. The South 390 feet of the Houston Avenue Right of Way (25 feet wide). GENERAL DESCRIPTION AND EXPECTED BENEFITS OF DRAIN PROJECT The proposed drain project will consist of locating, establishing and constructing an intracounty drain to serve the Keisers Park Subdivision in the Township and to be located described as follows: A private drive easement described as beginning at a point 410 feet South of the Northeast comer of Lot 76 of Keisers Park Plat and commencing West 450 feet. The South 390 feet of Houston Avenue Right of Way The Beaver Street Right of Way The Acorn Street Right of Way The project will provide suitable relief from stormwater discharge from the property which is served Notice is hereby further given that the Township Board has determined that the pro­ posed drain project will be financed in part by special assessment, fee, or charge levied by the Township against property owners within the proposed drainage special assess ment district, as above described, and that, in addition, the full faith and credit of the Township and of the County of Kent may be pledged in financing the proposed dram project to the extent authorized by law and by resolutions of the Township Board and the County Board ot Commissioners Notice is hereby further given that a proposed plan for financing the proposed dram project has been filed with the Township Clerk and is available for inspection during regular business hours at the Township Offices located at 250 Maple in the Township. The agenda for the meeting of the Township Board at the time and place herein pro­ vided will include opportunity to discuss and/or object to the proposed dramage district ano the proposed plan for financing the drain project and to consider any aftemat-ve plans of financing the proposed dram project which may be presented at the meeting This notice Is to be mailed, published and posted as required by law and particularly by Section 489a of Chapter 20 of the Dram Code of 1956. as amended, and by the Open Meetings Act. as amended The meeting above described will be held in the manner prescribed in the Open Meetings Act. BY ORDER OF THE TOWNSHIP BOARD Patncia Snyder, Township Clerk Charter Township of Caledonia Kent County. Michigan Dated: October 19. 1994 (102) The three runners, all from the OK Blue championship team from Middleville, dealt with mild rainy weather and a slippery and muddy course to compete in the state meet. Matson finished with a time of 22:25, Davis had a 22:51 and Wisniewski had a 23:04. There were 148 runners in the individual run. Runners qualified for the state meet by finishing as one of the three top teams or top 20 runners in the regional meets last week. Caledonia Township CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP BOARD October 13. 1994 A special meeting of the Caledonia Township Board was called to order at 9:00 a.m. Present: Garbow, R. DeVries, Jousma. Snyder, Gould. Absent: J. DeVries, Dieleman. Bids for the roof on the fire dept, were reviewed. Moved Jousma, support Snyder to ac­ cept the bid of Jon Badnowsky with the stipulations of a five year workmen guarantee and for him to rewrite the contract to include specific material that will be used and a guarantee on the material. Ayes: R. DeVries. Jousma. Snyder. Gould, Garbow. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 9:20 a.m. Respectfully submitted, Patricio Snyder, Clerk (103) Synopsis YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP Regular Board Meeting Synopsis YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP Regular Board Meeting October 13 1994 Meeting called to order by London All members present Nine visitors present Minutes of September 8 approved Water report presented for mformation Financial report presented and approved Motion presented to moil brochure explaining proposals approved. Resolution to vacate alley in Lokewide Subdivision was adopted Resolution on C-TEC rates was adopted C-TEC settlement was signed and adopted Clerk s reports presented and approved Meet.ng adjourned at 9 X pm. Harvey E Vander Bee Clerk (101) HELP WANTED LOTS OF JOBS • STACK PARTS • TRIM PARTS • PLASTIC INJECTION • ASSEMBLY • STOCK PICK • PUNCH/TR1M PRESS'* LOAD/UNLOAD MACHINES • INK MIXER/GENERAL LABOR AND MANY MORE! Will train for many of these jobs! Most openings are full-time with excellent hire in potential. Work sites are near the Kent County Airport, in Kentwood, Ada, Wyoming, Byron Center and South Grand Rapids! Apply 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. any weekday. Bring 2 pieces of I.D. X 507 36th Street S.E. Between Division A Eastern PEOPLEMARK 616/245-6161 America's ContcmpiMary Wu»k forceV fQML OPfOatUNII'f (UPlOVtA County Commissioner District 2 Thornapple Twp. and Irving Twp. Prec. 2 We support Bob Wenger for District #2 Barry County Commissioner in the Nov. 8 election. Bob has been an honest, effective, hard working Commissioner for the last 6 years. We need his experience and down-toearth common-sense approach to deal with the rapid growth and changes that Barry County faces in the coming months and years. Nancy L. Boersma Agnes Adrounie & Harry Adrounie Barbara J. Drewel Donald Drewel Terry Geiger Bob Bender Vicki Jerkatis John J. Jerkatis Jr. Jim and Emily Harrison Dick Raymond Donald Boysen Rex and Chris Schad Daniel Parker Richard and Ruth Hamilton Frank Brown Tom and Jerry Otto Bob Shaffer Paid for by Committee to Relect Bob Wenger — 4335 Bender Road. Middleville, Ml 49333 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I November 8, 1994 I Page 15 TK Varsity Soccer completes record-setting season Trojan goals. TK then traveled to Hastings Oct. 26. and left with a hard-fought 3-2 victory. The game was a physical struggle which took its toll on the team in general and on for­ ward Jason Clinton in par­ ticular as he suffered a broken nose in the contest. Middleville needed to be at its best to match up with a hot Caledonia squad and early goals by the Scots proved suf­ ficient en route to a 6-0 win The successful season was crow ned by the selection of four players to the OK Rain­ bow All-Conference team Forwards Jason Clinton (29 goals) and David Botwinski (16 goals) and goalkeeper Steve Converse (1.00 league goals-against average) earned first team honors and fullback Sean Crofoot was named to the Honorable Mention team. At the varsity awards ban­ quet. Coach Steve Evans presented additional honors to Gary Ketchum for being nam ed most improved player, and to Steve Converse and Jason Clinton who each received a most valuable player around as voted by their teammates. “A final word of thanks to all the soccer supporters in the community who made the season a trul\ memorable one See you next year!” Coach Evans said. Caledonia's Paul Minder. No 6, works the ball around a Mattawan defender in Caledonia's 3-0 loss in the first round of the regional championships, last week The Scots won the district title over Middleville 60 and the OK Rainbow title this season before bowing in the regional s The Middleville varsity soc­ cer squad ended its 1994 season with a loss to Caledonia in the District Finals. The defeat closed the book on a record-setting campaign of 15 wins and 6 losses. The Trojans were conference runners up to Caledonia and its 10-4 record during the Sat., Nov. 19,1994 12:30 p.m.-5:00 p.m at the... Barry Expo Center On M*-37 between Hastings and Middleville for BOB EDWARDS Experience Counts! Paid for by Edwards for State Representative. 3793 Gun Lake, Hastings, Ml 49058. Treasurer. 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Sound Express Finishing Touches Mary Van Kuiken Floral Barb Myers - Mary Kay NASHVILLE MICHIGAN lion, he is a member of the Referees Association of England. Selection to post-season tournament duties is determin­ ed by the Michigan High School Athletic Association and the West Michigan Soccer Officials Association The honor of appearing as part of the Class A State Finals of­ ficiating team fulfills a longtime ambition for Evans, whose interest in all aspects of the sport of soccer seems to “have no limits." Bride Show '94 Vote Today The best, most qualified and experienced candi­ date endorsed by the Ionia Sentinel Standard and the Kalamazoo Gazette. Sieve Evans, a soccer of­ ficial from Middleville, has been invited to referee the Class A Slate Finals in boys soccer Saturday. Nov. 12. at Andover High School in Bloomfield Hills. Evans, who also coaches the varsity boys and girls soc­ cer programs at Thomapple Kellogg High School, began his officiating experience in the Middleville AYSo soccer program and currently referees at high school and NCAA college levels. In addi J-Ad Graphics regular season TK started the post season and with an 8-0 victory over Wayland, Oct. 24 led by three goals from Jim Mason, two each by Brett Bremer and Jason Clinton, and one more by Scott Evans. Gary Ketchum accounted for from assists as his power­ ful throw-in resulted in four Our Next State Representative 87th District Local soccer referee in state tournament each booth Wedding Express Photography & Video For more information call (616) 945-9554 �Page 16 / The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / November 8, 1994 Call for Classifieds... PLACE YOUR ADVERTISING MESSAGE HERE ••795-3345' ’ Rates: 5 wards for $2.75 then IO* per word. If you pay in advance, you save 5O‘ billing charge. 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Ffl kSd 3 X pm to 12 am 9790 CHERRY VALLEY, M-37 - CALEDONIA � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/704/SunandNews_1994-11-15.pdf 3fdc0bc93103a749662c1b835093c9ea PDF Text Text 12/30/99 The.S Hastings Pub! icLibrary BULK KATE U.S. POSTAGE F 121 Church Hastings, M. 49058 I I■ MI1 vii lvi | ■ ■A 4 Your Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas 124th Year No. 41 / November 15. 1994 Middleville, Michigan 49333 FRSTV Sunday packaged liquor sales OK’d in Freeport by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Packaged liquor soon can be sold legally on Sundays in Freeport, after the Village Council held a town meeting on the question recently. The request was made by Herbert and Nadine Smelkcr, owners of Our Village General, to be able to sell packaged liquor on Sundays, beginning at noon. The Smclkcrs explained that this was allowed in Barry and surrounding counties and that they would like to be able sell the bottled liquor on Sunday when a customer asked That request was made at the Mon­ day. Oct. 3. meeting. Council decided that because of the controversial nature of the issue, the fairest way to decide would by hav­ ing a town meeting and allow­ ing any interested residents the chance to vote on the out­ come of the request About 50 residents, in addi­ tion to the council members, showed up for the meeting Proponents of Sunday li­ quor sales stressed that it was sold elsewhere in Barry Coun­ ty. and that right should carry through in Freeport. Nadine also said that the store is there to sell milk, bread and anything else that someone needs on Sunday, so why rxx the packaged liquor? Another person said that this vote would not change whether someone dnnks or not. or drives while drinking. They also maintained that it would be better for people to buy it close to home instead of having to drive a distance to buy it. Those opposed to the Sun­ day sale felt that there were enough problems due to alcohol without selling it on Sundays. Another expressed that this was not a forward move for the Freeport community and it had questionable value Some claimed it was a Christian versus nonChristian issue One individual was con­ cerned that if the Sunday packaged liquor sales were allowed, it would just open the door for the bar to be opened on Sunday Once it appeared that everyone who wanted had voiced their opinions. Village President Art Bennett gave everyone one more chance to say their piece. A show of hands vote was taken of those residents pre­ sent (non-residents did not vote) with 25 people voting in favor of granting the request for Sunday liquor sales. Several people who could not attend the meeting also had sent in a written note Republicans sweep elections J-Ad Graphics News Senice The Republicans took no prisoners in Tuesday’s general election in Barry County. Though the county is a traditional GOP stronghold, this time it was nothing short of a landslide, with not a single Democrat winning a race here Statewide, only Attorney General Frank Kelley escaped the GOP stampede, as he held off Republican challenger John Smietanka. But in Barry County. Smietanka outpolled Kelley 9.910 to 7.440 Howard Wolpe, who represented half or all of Barry County in Congress for 14 years, was swamped by in­ cumbent Republican Gov. John Engler. Wolpe, who often was the only Democrat to win in this county in some past elections, was trounced 12.928 to 5,165. He garnered fewer votes than Richard See Liquor sales, Page 3 Democratic candidate for Secretary of State, and ran on- Cast selected for TK’s winter play by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The cast has been selected for the Thornapple Kellogg High School winter drama production of “Curtain Call for Clifford. ” The three-act comedy, which is being directed by TK Middle School teacher Steve Evans and Marta Blough, middle school librarian, will be performed Friday and Saturday. Dec. 2 and 3. Tryouts were held the last week of October and rehear­ sals are now well under way. Scott Evans will play the ti­ tle character of “Clifford L. Mumford.” Abby L^iBin was chosen to portray ‘‘Miss Eda Troutliver.” a high school teacher of English. Spanish and drama director with a great deal of pent-up nervous energy. Kiley Thaler takes on the character of “Donna Brat­ ton.” the most popular girl in school. Dwight Wade will be “Grant ‘Biff Reese” who is a he-man type and not far from being a bully. Melanie Johnston plays “Flooper Bushman" who is a student exploding with pep and is a riot to be with for short periods of time. Ben Osborne was selected for the role of “Harry De Wilde," a mild-mannered science teacher who is wellliked. but off in his own world. Mandy Townsend portrays "Joyce," who is another stu­ dent who doesn’t quite have the popularity of Donna. Jake Blough plays “Sidney" who is a well-liked average student. Michael Leedy will be euenw----------- l “Andy." a typical high school student who is well lik­ ed but tends to be a bit excitable. Ethan Buist was chosen to be ‘ ‘Jerome, ’ ’ who is the elec­ trician for the play and is fre­ quently heard, but rarely seen. Other support cast includes Rachel Wade, Anne-Marie Hart, Arnie Evans, and Josh Cnossen as students, and Michelle Butler, Liz Panza, and Tina Trudell as cheerleaders, and Michael Vandersloot as the coach. ly about as well as losing Democrat Betsy Flory in the areas covered by the Third Congressional District. Engler picked up 71.5 per­ cent of the vote to W'olpe’s 28.5 in the county tallies. Austin lost his seat to Republican newcomer Can­ dice Miller Bob Carr. Democratic can­ didate for U.S. Senate, did not fare much better. Though he lost a fairly close election statewide to Republican Spencer Abraham, he manag cd only 5.456 votes here, or 32 percent, to Abraham’s 11.538. In two key local races. Republican Terry Geiger con­ vincingly defeated Bob Ed­ wards for the 87th District Slate Representative’s seat and Joanne Emmons easily turned hack a challenge from Democrat Scott Manning for the 23rd District State Senate see Area elections Page 2 Caledonia Twp. planners recommend renewal for Cherry Valley PMR permit by Barbara Gall Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Planning Commission last week recommended 5-2 that the Cherry Valles lk-velop ment Company be granted a three-year renewal of its Plan­ ned Mineral Removal (PMR) permit. Cherry Valley operates a sand mine at 6700 68lh Street, and received its first PMR permit for the site in 1989. The life of the permit extends for 15 years, but township or­ dinance requires sand mine operators to renew their per­ mit every three years. Cherry Valley Develop­ ment added lands and renew­ ed its permit for the site in 1991. Township Planner Mark VanderPloeg said that the company received a certificate of compliance from the township supervisor in September, stating that the sand pit was operating in com­ pliance with its permit and township regulations. No complaints about the operation have been received by township officials since the 1991 renewal was issued, VanderPloeg said. According to township or­ dinance, a renewal application does not require a public hear­ ing, although either the com­ mission or the Township Board could ch<x»sc to hold one To get a permit renewed, however, the operation must pass inspection and receive the certificate of compliance from the township supervisor. Cherry Valley’s engineers estimate that only 5 to 10 per cent of the work has been completed at the 200-acrc site, VanderPloeg said “The clock, however, is ticking on the life of the per­ mit, which is figured from 1989. “ he added According to the permit, once mining has been com­ pleted al the site, the owners will rehabilitate the area and develop an upscale housing development situated around three man-made lakes. Dicleman and Roger Keating voted against the renewal. Dieleman said he thought the commission should take public input before making a decision, VanderPloeg said In other action, the commis sion also passed along to the township a recommendation to approve amendments up­ dating several township or­ dinances. These set the regulations for such aspects of development as off-street parking and loading, ingress and egress standards, minimum street frontage and the lot-width-to-depth ratio. VanderPloeg said he ex­ pects the Township Board will hold a first reading of the amendments at its Nov. 16 meeting. The commission also held a work session to discuss a preliminary development plan submitted by Fred Boncher and his partners for a propos­ ed Planned Unit Development (PUD) rezoning of lands at approximately 6500 McCords See PMR permit, Page 3 In This Issue The cost of the Thornopple Kellogg High School pro­ duction of "Curtoin Coll for Clifford" is now rehears­ ing. They are (from left ond top to bottom) Scott Evons os "Clifford L. Mumford Kiley Thaler os "Donno Brot­ ton." Ethon Buist os "Jerome." Rachel Wode Tino Trudell, Anne-Marie Hart, Liz Ponzo. ond Josh Cnossen as extras, Ben Osborne os "Horry DeWilde ‘ Michael Leedy os "Andy.'' Melanie Johnston os Flooper Bushman ' Joke Blough as "Sidney," Mandy Townsend as Joyce," Arnie Evans. Mike Vandersloot. ond Michelle Butler os extras. Abby LoBin os “Miss Edo Troutliver, ond Dwight Wode os "Grant Biff' Reese * Middleville Council tables Arlington Court rezoning decision Tillers target rake factory as stop for African guests Caledonia voters contribute to Republican sweep Yankee Springs Board asks for removal of right-of-way infringements �Page 2 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I November 15, 1994 I AREA ELECTIONS, continued from front page elected governor in 1990 She cond precinct of Irving moves into the 23rd because Township, incumbent Republican Robert Wenger of redistricting in 1992 The 23rd District includes defeated John Loftus by near­ ly a 2 to I margin. 1.283 to all of Barry. Ionia. Montcalm. Isabella and Mecosta 6I7. Wenger, who is vice chair­ counties man of the County Board, was It used to be the 13th District, represented by elected to his fourth two-year Republican Jack Welborn of term. He said. My sincere Kalamazoo, who is retiring thanks to the voters of District after serving since 1985. for their show of support and The race for the 87th District State House seat was confidence." The Sixth District, which supposed to be fairly close, but Geiger beat Edwards by takes in Orangeville and Yankee Springs townships, nearly 2 to 1 in Barry County. saw Lew Newman win his se­ The Republican newcomer cond term by turning back a had 11,143 votes to Edwards' 5.802. or nearly 66 percent to challenge from Cal Lamoreaux. 1.379 to 613. 34 percent Geiger, a trustee on the These same two men ran for the same post in 1992. Woodland Township Board, “I think we've got a real succeeds Republican State Rep. Bob Bender of Mid­ good board that's going to work together." Newman dleville. who is retiring after said, “and I think it'll be good serving 12 years in Lansing. for the county . " “It’s a little overwhelming Republican newcomer Rod to see that much support." Geiger said "The numbers Goebel beat Patrick Loftus 1.277 to 698 in the Eighth the pollsters were projecting District, which includes showed me that there were Prairieville Township and some positive effects from most of Barry Township. Gov Engler in the entire Goebel succeeds Mark slate Doster, who decided to see “We ran a positive cam­ the 87th District State House paign We think the message seat we got from the people is We Perhaps the best indication like the direction the state is of GOP strength in Barry moving.’ County vote totals Tuesday "The next three months was in the contests for the will be spent meeting State Board of Education. legislators and putting University of Michigan Board together the legislative agenda of Regents. Michigan State for the next four years." he University Board of Trustees added There were three races for ' and Wayne State University Board of Governors. Analysts seals on the Barry County kx»k at data from these races Board of Commissioners. to determine how much In the Second District, which includes all of Thor­ straight party voting took place. napple Township and the se­ The Republicans won these races by similar margins across the board. Sharon Wise and Clark Durant captured two. eight­ year seats on the state board with 10.658 and 10.260 votes, NEW! Casualwear NEW! respectively. Andrea Fischer & Sportswear and Dan Homing had 10,425 TANNERS: 2 Booths & 2 Deluxe Beds and 9,928, respectively, for - OPEN We use and MwUty a traUy 9 to * the U of M board. Donald recommend Saturday V K» J Nugent and Paul Wanner had products by IS* StNKXt CITIZEN DISCOUNT on 10,004 and 9.871 for Michigan State, in that order, Caledonia Village Center (M-37) • 891-9257 and Diane Dunaskiss and Ed­ — As Always, Walk-ins Are Welcome — ward Haroutunian collected seat. At the county level, all three Republicans, two of them in­ cumbents. also won with no trouble. AU incumbent Republicans breezed to victories in the three congressional districts that include Barry County Vem Ehlers was elected to his first full term in the Third District, which includes the townships of Irving. Carlton. Woodland. Rutland Charter. Hastings Charter, Castleton and two-thirds of Hope Township and the city of Hastings He picked up 73 percent, with 5,351 votes to Flory’s 1,985 Ehlers won the seat in a special election last December to replace the late Paul Henry. Peter Hoekstra won his se­ cond full term in the Second Congressional District. In Barry County, the district takes in the townships of Thomapplc. Yankee Springs. Orangeville. Prairieville and Barry and about one-third of Hope Township. Hoekstra outpolled Democratic challenger Mar cus Hoover here by a count of 4,833 to 1,734, as the incum­ bent took 73.6 percent Hoekstra two years ago won his first term by upending longtime Congressman Guy VanderJagt in the GOP primary Emmons breezed to victory in the race for state senate She collected 11.698 votes to Manning's 4,913 in Barry County, a split of about 70 to 30 percent. Emmons is finishing her first term as senator from (be 35th District, which was John Engler's district before he was New Design Full Service Family Hair Styling Salon McGruff pays visit to Page Students at Page Elementary School in Middleville received a special visit from McGruff the Crime Dog and Barry County Sheriff Dave Wood during red ribbon week. The pair wanted to take the time to emphasize the importance of safety rules to the kids. 10.403 and 9.296. respective­ ly, for the Wayne State board. The county’s results for the four statewide propositions matched the outcomes in Michigan. Proposal A. which asked to convene a new constitutional convention, went down re­ soundingly. 12,744 to 3.603. Losing by a much closer count was Proposal C, which would have amended Michigan’s auto insurance laws, guaranteeing a rate rollback for six months in ex­ change for limits on coverage. The proposal was defeated in Barry County, 8,939 to 8.211. or by a slim margin of 52 to 48 percent. Approved were Proposal B. to limit criminal appeals, 12,722 to 3.959, and Proposal P, to set up a Michigan State Parks endowment fund, 11,276 to 5,269. Though the races for judgeships were non-partisan, Barry County voters went for those closely identified with the GOP They selected Richard Grif­ fin and Elizabeth Weaver for the two. eight-year posts on the Michigan Supreme Court Weaver won. but incumbent Conrad Mallett Jr. was re­ elected statewide. Barry County's choices for the four new judgeships on the Third District Court of Ap­ peals were Jane Markey. Richard Bandstra. Joel Hoekstra and William Forsyth. The statewide winners in the Appeals Court race were Bandstra. Hoesktra. Markey and Michael Smolensk!. Re-elected without opposi­ tion were Third District Court of Appeals Judges William Murphy and Janet Neff. 56lh District Judge Gary Holman and Probate Judge Richard Shaw. in area township millage propositions, all but three went dow n to de teat — Rutland Charter Township lost a request for an override of the Headlee Amendment. 7(0 to 297 In Yankee Springs Township, voters approved an 0.3069-mill renewal for fire and emergency services. 709 to 453. but three other pro posals were defeated: a re­ quest to override the Headlee rollback, 0 1931 mill. 756 to 368; a one quarter mill re quest for increasing fire and emergency services. 709 to 436; and a half-mill request for road maintenance, 650 to 4KI A total of 18,430 people went to the polls in Barry County Tuesday, which is slightly less than 50 percent of the number of registered voters. County Clerk Nancy Boersma said the figure was an increase over the 1990 gubernatorial election totals, but down from the presiden tial election two years ago. Wieringa named Rotary Student of the Month Other accomplishments in­ clude musicals, choir, tutor, instructor for private flute lessons, principal flute/piccolo for the St. Cecilia Youth Symphony, first divisions at the solo and ensemble festivals at district and stale levels, participant at the Blue Lake Symphonic and Blue Lake International bands; finalist in concerto auditions, and member of the church or chestra. National Honor Society. Arts Alive and Youthful Jubilee. Wieringa plans to attend the Wheaton Music Conservatory in Illinois to major in music education. Classic Carpet Care Reasonable • Prompt • Professional (Free Estimates) Dry Cleaning • Extraction Residential • Commercial Upholstery Jennifer Wieringa Senior Jennifer Wieringa, daughter of Mr and Mrs. Paul Wieringa of Middleville, was selected as the "Rotary Student of the Month" for Oc­ tober at Thomapple Kellogg High School. Called "a fabulous band student and >ne of the finest musicians of TK " Jennifer is respected by her felow band members and has won many awards for her musicianship. Phone 795-3345 for Sun & News Action-Ads! Personally owned and Operated In Business 10 Years Doug DeKruyter Call Today: (616) 891-7231 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I November 15, 1994 I Page 3 Middleville Council tables Arlington Court rezoning decision by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The Middleville Village Council decided to postpone a request to rezone property on Arlington Court. The request was made by Mark Schmidt, owner of Mom &. Pops Appliance, and Jon Raymond, owner of Tires R Up. Schmidt said he would like to build a new store for the ap­ pliance business just north of the current location at o40 Arlington Court, where the house burned recently. Tires R Us then would move into the space that now is occupied by Mom &. Pops. However, the property where the new Mom &. Pops would be is now zoned as multiple family residential (R-3). A retail store would not be allowed without rezoning. So the request to the Planning and Zoning Commission was to rezone the property to C-2 or highway commercial district. The request was approved by the Planning Commission despite opposition from several of the neighbors fur­ ther north on Arlington Court. Village Planner Jason Cherry explained that there had been problems in the past with raw sewage coming up in the basement of the house. The soil was not condusive to a septic system. There is no village sewer service to that portion of Arlington. Cherry said that much of that area probably will end up being preserved as wetlands. A building used for something like Mom & Pops that is commercial in nature would have less negative ef­ fect on the environment. Cherry said, because there would be much less water and septic tank use with just one restroom being used. With the current R-3 zon­ ing. a duplex or apartments would be allowed But Cherry said that even a single home would put more stress on the environment than this type of commercial building. Increased traffic, par­ ticularly at the comer where Arlington Court intersects with M-37, was another major concern. Police Chief Louis Shoemaker said there have minor acidents at the intersec­ tion. but no major ones. Council also was asked about chang.ng the intersec­ tion or doing something to make it safer Village President Lon Myers said that anything hav­ ing to do with M-37 has to be handled through the state since it is a state road. The council would be willing to check into that, he said, but it would probably take some time to get a response. Neighboring residents also questioned if this would have a negative effect on the values of their homes, if it would set a precedent to change residen­ tial areas to commercial, and how the new building would look from their lots. Council decided that many concerns could be answered if a site plan was available for the proposed new building. For this reason, the issue was tabled until after the Planning Commission has a site plan review completed. Council members said they hope that will happen before the next council meeting Tuesday. Nov. 22. and the rezoning will be acted on then. Council also adoped the new parking ordinance that will allow for vehicles to be parked at least six feet from the edge of the pavement, even if that is on the village right of way between 2 and 6 am. The ordinance amendment will take effect once it is published. Even the change did not LIQUOR SALES IN FREEPORT, continued from front cither in favor or opposed. When those were counted, 22 were in favor. Those opposed to the Sun­ day sales numbered 23 at the meeting and seven written voles With 47 in favor and 30 op­ posed. President Art Bennett closed the town meeting por tion and opened the regular Village Council meeting. After proceeding with regular business, the council came back to the issue of the Smelkcrs Sunday liquor sales request. There was some debate over if it was really the proper way to deal with the issue and that one council member was extremely opposed to voting to support something that he strongly felt was wrong. Bennett kept emphasizing that at the October meeting, the council had tentatively agreed to abide by the majori­ ty vote of the residents. When the actual vote came. Ken VanTol and Connie Geiger Allred voted against; Charlie Blough, Gary Dutcher and Jeff Harthy voted for; and Tim Nicholson abstained. in any vote the council lakes, it is common practice for the president not to vote except as a tie breaker Even with approval of Sun­ day packaged liquor sales. Bennett said that the approval would not go into effect until the village ordinance could changed. He said that would be as soon as possible. Before the council con­ tinued with other items. Shamrock Tavern owner Wanda Barker asked was told she would need to follow the same procedure before she would be able to open the bar on Sunday and sell liquor by the glass. The council was informed of the resignation of Freeport Village Police Chief Dar Leaf, effective Monday, Nov. 14. Officer Mike Marstellar PMR PERMIT, Ave. The single-family home development, to be known as Blackstone Estates, generally would be bounded by 60th and 68th streets on the north and south, and by McCords and Snow avenues on the west and east The developers have presented two plans for the project, one showing 87 homes, the other 91. While lot size in the development averages about 1.5-acrt. which is under the two-acre rural residential standard, the area is designated for future low den­ sity development The development will be hooked up to the planned future expansion of the Kettle Lake sewer system, said was appointed at acting chief until the council can decide who the next chief will be. In other business, the Freeport Village Council: — Decided to have village maintenance clean up the leaves at the cemetery. The village will rent the leaf vacuum belonging to George Faunce at a cost of $5 per hour to help with the job. — Accepted the highest bids on a handgun and the old police car. with Ken VanTol getting the handgun for $111.32 and Terry Yoder bid­ ding $100 for the old police car. — Gave the go-ahead to tow a junk car that has been parked on the street in the 100 block of Cherry. The owner had been served and did not show up at the council meeting as planned to deal with the issue. — Discussed the poor con­ dition of the village Christmas decorations and decided to have cost of new ones looked continued from front page VanderPloeg. With public utilities, the minimum lot size required in the LDR district is one to two units per acre. The developers also plan to leave in a natural state the wetlands and as much of the wooded areas of the parcel as possible If the township will allow the 91-home proposal, the developers also can pave a portion of Snow Avenue to the entrance of the new development. Without the extra lots, that offer becomes unaffordable. In either case, the developers plan to donate to the township a five-acre parcel just adjacent to the pre­ sent Campau Lake wastewater treatment plant on McCords. ^7/ 891-4040 9TS0 Cb*rry Valley Road (M-37) "That area could be used for future expansion of the wastewater treatment plant, but also for ocher township uses, such as a fire department sub-station or even something like a ball park.” commented VanderPloeg. The commission will con­ tinue its discussion and possibly vote on the preliminary site plan at its Nov. 21 meeting The commission also: — Approved after a public hearing, a special use permit allowing Jim and Joyce Reynhout of 6927 Campau Lake Drive to build a home in the Flood Plain District. VanderPloeg said the permit was allowed because their en­ tire parcel is located in the flood plain — Recommended that the Township s Memorandum of Understanding with the East Behhne Land Use Advisory Committee be extended to in­ clude lands all the way to 108th Street The Memoran­ dum of Understanding now extends only to 76th Street. VanderPloeg said he recommends extending the agreement because of so much new development south of 76th Street. into. This year, the decora­ tions may be changed to just lights and tinsel. — Asked that the street and sidewalk committee check on the cost of additional street lights that have been requested on 108th Avenue. — Tabled the replacement of the sidewalk on the comer of Main and Warren Streets by Our Village General to determine who is responsible for the cost. Our Village General plans to redo the walks this spring. please everyone. Middleville resident Bill Thurkettle said. “The parking ordinance is not acceptable to the people, including me It is discrimination and I will not let this go. I’ll go all the way to the Supreme Court with it if necessary. In other business, the council: — Received an update on the new wastewater treatment plant and the water line on Grand Rapids Street from Village Manager Ev Manshum. The sewer construction is on schedule, but there needs to be a couple of sunny days to dry the outside of the plant building so it can be sealed and waterproofed. Manshum also said that the water line was complete, but the water flow pressure is not what was wanted. — Heard a report from Jeff Dionne of Retro-Ranch on the first season of the mountain bike racing at the old ski hill. Dionne said that on the last racing day things picked up. He plans to bring a report to the council about plans and scheduling for the next season, beginning in the spring. — Received an update on the five-year Parks and Recreation plan from Cherry, who said it is “moving right along" and may even be com­ pleted ahead of schedule. — Planned for two budget reviewing sessions prior to approval of the 1995 budget. They were tentatively set for Tuesday. Nov. 22. and Mon­ day. Dec. 12. following those regular meetings. Myers said he wants all of the council members to be familiar with the proposed budget and be able to ask quest Kins about it. — OK’d sending officer Joe Booher to a Community Oriented Pol King (COPS) seminar in Ingram County Nov. 29. 30 and Dec I and 2 — Was informed by Cherry about an upcoming preliminary plan for a sub­ division to be built at the ex­ treme eastern edge of the village (out State Road). He also asked and was given council approval to give the developer the county sub­ division standards to go on since Cherry could not find anything on village standards. I would like to thank all of you who took the time to vote on Nov. 8th, especially those of you in District 2. A special thanks to all of my supporters who worked so long and hard on my behalf. Again, Thank You — John J. Loftus Drive Safely Near School Buses Stop no closer than 20 feet from a stationary school bus with flashing overhead red lights (with or without a bus stop sign). Prepare to stop when over­ head yellow lights are flashing. Proceed with caution when yellow hazard warning lights are flashing. AAA Michigan 1994-95 �Page 4 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / November 15, 1994 Neigh bors with... NORMA VELDERMAN Good morning, everyone It is 4:30 a m. Friday, Nov. II. I forgot the date, but I have to get the news in this a m so I have to get it ail typed before we go to an appointment with Dr. Brown The Reading Club asked me to come with Houston and tell about my experience at Ixader Dog Training I was a little apprehensive as I didn't know who all was in there. It’s an old club. If I am cor­ rect, it was started about 1877 by the women in the area who wanted something more than household and family things So they got together, and village as well as country folks wanted to read more books At that time, womens educational opportunities were very scarce Womens supposedly had their purpose and place. There were no public 11branes, only books that the schools had were available So they were deter­ mined to improve their minds They formed the club to help raise the standards of living for all the family, taking turns reading a book and reporting back to the club. It was also a social club, and how they still carry on this tradition by hav­ ing the Senior Girls' Tea. They raise money for scholar­ ships for a deserving senior girl To my delight, all the members were old fnends whom I had worked with ever since we had come to Mid­ dleville. Now I call all of them My Community Family. We served on committees, school events. I worked hard with them, fought with them on different issues Other times we pulled together for our families. Fighting millage raises, pushing for millage raises, sometimes on one side and then on the ocher, always trying with the best of the community in mind So when 1 walked into the meeting at Alice Wieringa's home, it was like a warm family reunion. I was delighted to see them all again As you get older, your children are mostly gone. You service. Thomapple Heritage will meet at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 15 at Jerry and Jack Spencer’s home Got a hold of Dick Ward. He was telling about the cabin that 60 years ago a bunch of men went together from Caledonia and Middleville and built and their respective families are still using it. It is 40 acres all alone in the Federal Forest. Dick said that we have nx'ire deer down here than up there. They have a much wider area to run in. where down here there are more people and roads to turn them aside A very interesting bit of local history to me: The old tradition is carried on by the now descendants of the older first-timers who started the deer hunting up north from Continued next page — LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY • 4 ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church — Serving a Living Lord SUNDAY....... 9:45 a.m., 11:00 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY............... Family Night - 6 30 p.m. 7240 68th Street. SE — Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Rev. Brian F. Harrison Youth Pastor, Darrel L. Schrock CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville Bruce N. Stewart, Pastor Lee Taylor, Assistant Pastor Sunday School....................................................... 9:45a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service....... 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service..................................... 6:00p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer 6:45p.m. Word of Life Chibs................................................ 6:45p.m. WELCOME TO Kalamazoo Avenue at 92nd Street Catatonia. Michigan 4 Telephone M8 8252 _______________________ Pastor Mark Beers Pastor Scott Taylor Reaching People With Christ Sunday Services....... 9:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. 8:30 am to 9:30 am — First Worship Service 9:30 am to 9:45 am — Coffee Fellowship 9:45 am to 10:45 am — Sunday School 10:45 am to 11 00 am — Coffee Fellowship 11:00 am to 12:00 — Second Worship Service Nursery and Children's Church will be provided M-37 at 100th St., Caledonia, Ml Church Office: (616) 891-1512 Rev. Gerald Van Oyen Al Tiemeyer Community Calling 1 Timothy 4:12 CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH JMost 3HoIy 3Riisary Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street 314 E. Main, Middleville Phone: 795-9030 Rev. James Cusack Phone 891-9259 .5:00 p in. Sunday Mass................... KETTLE LAKE INDEPENDENT REFORMED Proclaiming the Historic Reformed Faith. Services at 9:30 a m. and 6:00 p.m. Worshipping at Kettle Lake School on Whitneyville Road South of 68th Street CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST Traditional Roman Catholic Latin Mass Rev. Fr. Francisco Radecki, CMR1 Sacred Heart Devotions Sunday Mass: 4:00 P.M. Confessions and Rosary: 20 Minutes before Mass WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 8546 Whitneyville Ave at 84th St -891-8661 'The Chuch where everybody is somebody CHRISTIAN REFORMED 6201 Whitneyville Avenue Sun. Morning Worship. Sunday School.............. Evening Service........... 10:30 a.m. . 9:30 a m. .6:00 p.m. Rev. Bernard Mulder, Pastor 868-6306 Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Sunday Morning Worship (Interpreted for hearing impaired). ..9:30 a.m. Sunday School.................................... .11:10 a.m. Sunday Evening Service..................... ..6:30 p.m. Pioneer Club (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday.................... 6:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting - Wednesday........................... 7:00 p.m. Youth Fellowship - Sunday......................... ...5:00 p.m. RAY TOWNSEND, Pastor TIM DOUBLESTEIN. Youth Director Qm on-yo O91 -OUZO MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 708 West Main Street Morning Worship Service. Sunday School.................. Evening Worship Service.. 10:00 a.m. .1115 a.m. ..6:00 p.m. YOU ARE INVITED Rev Roger Timmerman. Pastor 795 3667 MIDDLEVILLE and PARMELEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES 111 Church Street Parmelee Morning Worship........... 9 30 a.m Sunaar School.............................................. 930am Middleville Sunday School........... 9 45 a m Middleville Worship...................... 11 00 am Sunday Morning Wonrip........ ....................1030am Sunday Evening Wonrip............................... 600p.m. Rev. Lynn Wagner — 795-3798 Wed Midweek Prayer & Btte Study...... 700 p.m Rev. Carroll Fowler — 765-5316 Peace Reformed Church Barner Free • M-37 between Caledonia & Middleville Sunday Worship Services...... 8:30 or 11:00,6:00 Children's Church/Youth Worship during morning jervcti. Canway Si puppet ministry for K4(h during evening services Sunday School.................................... 9:45-10:45 Wednesday Night “Family Night”...... 6:45-8:15 Includes Adventure Club, Chotn for Children and Adults, High School Youth Group and Adult Claues For information call: 891-8119 St. Paul Lutheran Kraft Ave. & 84th St., Caledonia, Ml (Missouri Synod) "Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. " Rom. 12:10 First Service....................................... 8:30 a.m. Sunday School.................................. 9.45 a m. (Fellowship Coffee 9:45 am. to 10:00 a m.) Bible Classes................................... 10:00 am. Second Service................................11:00 a m (All Services have a Nursery available) Rev. Robert Gerke Office: 891 -8688 Church: 891-9878 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 4 -jf. 12200 Chief Noonday Road (at Gun Lake) Wayland, Michigan 49348 • 795 7903 Serner Free / i Programs for All Ages Sunday Worship 10 00 am and Jesus Christ is Lord’ Se*e Jooson vou* Poior “God Cares for You” Cornerstone Wesleyan Church Church School 9:30a.m. Meeting at the Comer of Choir Practice 9:30a.m. Wood School Rd. and Wing Rd. Worship Service............... 10:30 a.m Services — 250 Vine Street Sunday School...... 1000 a_m Church Office — 891-8669 Morning Worship ........... 1100 a.m. Parsonage — 891-8167 Evening Worship 600 p.m. Rev. Bobby Dale Whitlock LAKESIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH LEIGHTON UNITED METHODIST "A church with a caring heart for our community and the world" Saturday Evening Mass. together for a family visit. Daughter Mary Alice came down from Weidman Satur­ day to visit with Russ and go out to visit mother Alice. Daughter Joan came on Sun­ day. and on Monday . Russ took her to the airport to go to Los Angeles to visit sister Beverly for a short visit. Then Russ told me that son Bob. who had retired from politics, and his wife have joined the Peace Corps and are going to Russia for their term of enlistment. What a wonderful hard job to tackle at their time of life! But what a wonderful change to start on a trip to help others and what a wonderful mental and physical challenge they are willing to start a new way of life and help others. More power to both of them. Let us send them out with all our love and mental support and hugs to a new way of life and seem to stay in your own little niche and not spread out and be active in so many different fields as our busy family demanded. They all introduced themselves and what a warm feeling it was to see each one again. I have mellowed with age. forgetting all clashes and remembering good things we had worked so hard to ac­ complish for the community , as we each had felt was right. In ocher words I was in the midst of old friends, who were active in the community during the years the children were growing up. Now, with most of the children gone, your body changes, limiting activities, as well as others' different changes in their lifestyles. Russ Bender said that on Friday. Ward and Betty Bender, sister Florence and daughter Sue and Russ got Pastor Jeffrey Lee Phone 795-7076 Wtdnesday hanuiy Night" 6 00 pm Church Office Phone - 795-9266 (Did tEimr JRftborfisi (Church 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto. Michigan 49302 Sunday School................ 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship............ 11:00 a m. Evening Worship............... 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting/ Children's Classes........7 00 p.m. Royle Bailard, Pastor — 868-6437 - The Reorganized CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST of Latter Day Saints 8146 68th St near Whitneyville Ave Church School, 9 45 ‘ m S riJrfey Morning Worship... 11 00 am aftt/iRknL’5 Evening Worship 6 00 p.m Wed Fellowship 7 30pm (in homes or church) call Pastor Robert Loesch 698-6027 �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / November 15. 1994 I Page 5 McFall first-graders adopt manatee from Florida club by Margaret Fowler Sto# Writer First-graders in Pat That­ cher’s class at McFall Elementary are trying to raise enough money to adopt a manatee through the Save the Maaatee Club based in Florida Once the children made up their minds to undertake this ecology project, the next step was figuring out how to raise the $10 necessary for the adoption. “After we brainstormed about different ways to raise the money, the class decided to collect pop cans,” Thatcher said. With her help, the children used some of their math skills to determine that they would need to bring in 100 cans to reach their goal “Each day was exciting as we all watched the tally get­ ting closer to the goal.' That­ cher said “And after only one week, we had raised enough money." The next step was choosing which manatee to adopt The children narrowed their choices to three and then democratically decided by having a vote to see which one they wanted to help The manatee named Howie was the lucky winner of the vote. He was chosen because he is very playful and outgo­ ing. He loves attention and loves to show off. Thatcher was careful to in­ clude the children in the entire process. So after the paperwork was all filled out. the whole group took a little walk “It was a really neat class trip when we walked to the post office to get a money order and then put everything in the mail," Thatcher said. The group learned to have some patience as they waited four to six weeks for a big envelope containing pictures and ail of the information about Howie. Through their project, the first-graders learned a lot about the manatees, which are considered to be big. gentle, friendly water mammals The manatees are in danger of becoming extinct. They live in Florida and are fre­ quently injured or killed by boat propellers or poachers. Since manatees only have babies every three to five years, their numbers are not increasing fast enough. Manatees are very beneficial since they help to keep the waterways clear by eating the aquatic plants. That is why the Save the Manatee Club was formed. The holiday season is rapid­ ly approaching and many peo­ ple may be wondering how to squeeze out time for baking That’s one reason why women of the Middleville United Methodist Church hold their annual “Cookie Walk “ This year’s event is set for Saturday. Nov. 19. from 9 ly. 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Pot Thatcher’s class of first graders display all of the information they received when they raised enough money to adopt a manatee. Middleville Methodists plan ‘Cookie Walk’ Saturday NEIGHBORS, Continued from Page 4 Caledonia and Middleville area. Edith Miller said that she feels a little better. Dam old cold, but is better now. Thelma Carl attended the Business and Professional Womens meeting this week in Hastings. Thelma said that she is really getting to feel much better and is now going to have to catchup on all the jobs she didn't do. Betty Newman is planning to have all the family for Thanksgiving. Joy. daughter from Florida, will be there so the house will be full of fami- The aquatic mammals are also protected by the Florida Manatee Sanctuary Act of 1978. the U.S. Manne Mam­ mal Protection Act of 1972. and the U.S Endangered Species Act of 1973. The big day finally came for Thatcher's class when they received a large envelope that held their adoption certificate, pictures of Howie, and lots of information about him. “The kids feel very proud that they did this all by themselves." Thatcher said. They even wrote a little poem to encourage other peo­ ple to do the same and adopt one of these gentle creatures: Manatee -- ---- 4611N. Middievilfe Road - MddieviUe 795-7933 891-1551 681-2834" T=i a m. to I p m at the church. They will offer a wide variety of holiday cookies and treats that will be sold for one price per pound That way buyers can just mix and match and not have to keep each kind separate According to organizers of the cookie walk, most of the cookies can be frozen to keep them fresh for holiday serving. All of the money raised is used for contributions toward church mission projects. Leighton church plans special speaker, Sunday The Leighton United Methodist Church program will be Sunday. Nov. 20, at 6:30 p.m. Speaker will be Dr. Robert Smith of Grand Rapids, a retired United Methodist minister, having preached in churches in Middleville and West Michigan. He also was the district superintendent of the Grand Rapids District. He recently returned from a mis­ sion to Africa, and will share the events of that trip. Everyone is invited to come TK Band Boosters selling hand warmers locally The Band B xisters at Thor nappie Kellogg High School again are selling hand warmers as a fund-raiser to help support the school bands Booster John Loftus »aid there has not been a price in­ crease and the warmers are Mill available for $1 They can be purchased at several area businesses, in­ cluding the Country Basket at Gun Lake, and in Middleville at the State Bank of Caledonia. J.L Schwartz In­ surance. Phil’s Pizzeria. Pasaoor’s Family Market. Hastings City Bank. Lon Letanty Insurance, and Kow Pames Saloon TK students of the Month selected for October... Selected as "Students of the Month" for October at Thornapple Kellogg High School are (row one, from left) Sarah Cordts, Jennifer Wohlford, Erin Vandersloot, Carrie Mugridge; (row two) Adam Erway, Sarah Bush, Sarah Koechele; (row three) Steve Wiersma, Sarah Allore, Kari Bustraan; (row four) Steve Convese, Randy Caton, Nate Pranger, Andre Leboeuf and Joel Burman. Unavailable for picture was Leah Dodd, Donell Haigh, and Nate Bundy. fitness ■ FOR V O LJ * FITNESS IN A CHAIR EXERCISE CLASS Monday & Wednesday 1 pm NEW CLASSES STARTING NOV. 21 This class is designed for the 60 and over population We will be working on range of motion, balance and strength to improve daily living STEP CLASS — Beginners Mon., wed., Fri. 10:00 a.m. Gift Certificates in Any Dollar Amount • Great Christmas Gifts (Layaway and Payment Plan Available) NEW MONTHLY PAYMENT PLAN As lou as.. S2000.. MASSACE THERAPIST Available on Monday and Friday NURSERY SCHEDULE. Monday Friday 9 AM io NOON and 4 PM to B PM 4695 N. MIDDLEVILLE RD. ■ 295-4319 fp3 Just north of the MiddleVilla Inn (behind Dr. Showermans) HOURS: Mon- Fft 6 am-9 pm; sat. 9 am-3 pm �Page 6 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / November 15. 1994 Middleville native speaks at Dutton Christian School Major league player makes pitch for Christ last week by Barbara Gall Staff Writer He didn’t bring his baseball glove or a bat, but he did br­ ing his Bible. In a Friday appearance at their school. Dutton Christian elementary and middle school students listened as California Angels centerfielder Chad Curtis told them that all his life, his goal has been to play professional sports. Now that he has achieved that goal, however, he wants to be known first as a Chris­ tian and then as a ballplayer. A native of Middleville. Curtis moved with his family from the area when he was about 11, living in Detroit. In­ diana and finally Arizona, where he finished his high school education and attended two junior colieges. After making the junior col­ lege team as a walk-on. he decided to attend Grand Ca­ nyon University where he played baseball and eventually attracted the attention of the Angels. He was drafted by the club and spent about two and onehalf years working his way through the minors. He also played one season in Venezuela. FOR LOANS In 1992. he was brought up to the majors, and he told the Dutton Christian students that the biggest thrill of his career was getting a base hit his first time at bat as a major leaguer. •Tve wanted to be a profes­ sional athlete since I was four years old," he recalled. “I even got married in my baseball uniform. ” But he also told the students that he became a Christian when he was eight years old, and he believes that he now helps serve God as a profes­ sional athlete “If I weren’t a baseball player. I probably wouldn’t be here speaking to you today,” he explained, adding that his career has brought him the op­ portunity to speak to many groups about the importance of living a Christian life. He noted that while he did not pick Grand Canyon University because it was a Christian school, he believes >1$ California Angels centerfielder Chad Curtis answers questions about his career and his Christian faith during his presentation to Dutton Christian students Friday. reach some kind of status as a wealthy person,” he said. ”One of the kids just asked me if I drove a Ferrari. but I drive a Jeep Cherokee But I know that when you make that kind of money, it’s easy to get caught up in it. “As a Christian, 1 think it’s important to use that kind of money wisely, to help bring glory to God. Personally. 1 try to help my church "But baseball players really are very generous in donating to charities, both in their home towns and in the towns where they live during the season. “That’s something maybe a lot of people don’t realize." Just then, Dutton Christian Principal Robert Terpstra ap­ proached Curtis. “I know you have someplace to be very soon," he said, "but there’s a crowd of students waiting out there. Would you like to slip out the back door?” Curtis, who had just finish­ ed his remark about the generosity of baseball players, grinned. “Thanks, but we were just kinda talking about that I’ll be happy to meet with the kids,” he said. FOR CREDIT CARDS JOE Call me Joe because that's my name. Joe. As in Joe Castillo. I'm a loan offi­ cer. ForNBD. And I'm taking my office on-the-road. I want to intro­ duce you to all of the great loans you can get from NBD. NBD Home Improvement, Auto, RV and Boat Loans; Home Equity Credit Lines, and credit cards. You name it. I'll help you apply for it. Just check the times listed below, and arrange to see me soon. You'll find me helpful. You'll find me friendly. And when it comes to consumer loans, you'll find I'm not just any Joe. The right bank can make a difference* Call me at («16) 430^1860 or («16) 771-7541 Mondays 9 a.m 1 p.m Office of Richard A. Blanch. CPA; 130 Main St., Caledonia Admiring Dutton Christian students swamped major league baseball player Chad Curtis with autograph requests after his appearance at their chapel assembly. pie, including successful pro­ that his choice was directed by after the chapel assembly was fessional athletes, as God as a way of getting him over. After the students were materialistic. back to Christian teachings. “But I can honestly say that Now, he said, he is happy to dismissed, he answered a few I’m not out there trying to join some of the other Chris­ more questions. He said that he was not op­ tian athletes on the team for Bible study when they are on timistic right now about the end of the baseball strike, but the road He pointed out to the added with a smile that while Assignment Accepted! students that his Christian he was ready to return to work Medicare, B.C.B.S., PPO, HMO faith is the one thing that can whenever he got the call, he Diabetics • ADult & Children Foot Problems never be taken away from had to admit that he was en­ him, and offered an example joying the extra time with his wife and their new baby. of a teammate who lost his “I do love Michigan,” he wife in a tragic accident. Terrence J. Emiley, D.P.M. He said he believes that said. 612 Main Street in Caledonia “And 1 love to hunt and because he serves God, the Lord is “adding unto me,” fish.” He also said that he knows like his career, his wife and that many view wealthy peohis new daughter “But all of these could be taken away from me at any time, except for my Christian faith.” Curtis saved plenty of time for a question and answer ses­ sion with the students. who asked him about everything from the ongoing baseball strike io the name of his daughter and whether he liked having to play ball on Sundays He also signed autographs SORE FEET I ANKLES? . KENT PODIATRY Call...891-9133 SHOP RAINBOW’S END for SUPER HUNTING SPECIALS! SHOP& SAVE NOV. 1419 Wednesdays 9 a.m. 1 p.m. Amencan Chiropractic Life Center 301 S. Michigan. Suite 3. Hastings BINGO Thursdays 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. H & R Block. 132 N. Mam. Wayland S64e Cherry Vafiey. 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The Tillers have a 1920s farmhouse, storage bams, and biacksmith-woodcarving shop that function as a training center. The center houses a large collection of historical farm implements that are used to show trainees the successes and failures of animal power from America's rural past. According to Seelye. ‘‘From these proven technologies, students can build solutions geared to fit their own environment, social and economic situation. The Tillers also have addi­ tional training and workshops that center around traditional American agricultural technologies such as blacksmithing, workworking and oxen training. “Preserving our rural heritage is an important way to build the organizations’ pool of resources.’’ Seelye said. Seasoned volunteer trainers and teachers provide the backbone to the Tillers tradi tional training courses. The group also publishes a quaterly newsletter that relays developments in ox-powered farming systems and a more technical publication that details construction and use of implements or skills. Anyone who would like more information on Tillers International can write to 5239 S. 24th Street, Kalamazoo. Mich.. 49002 or call (616) 344-3233. Only 8 days until Thanksgiving. IS YOUR OVEN WORKING? Visitors from Africa, (from left) Kidonemoriam Woldu and Gedle Gessesse of Ethiopia, Yono Kimale of Tanzania, Abiye Astatke of Ethiopia, and Samuel Arodom of Eritrea listen as Ken VonTol gives them some historical background on the rake factory in Freeport. by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The Cheeseborough Wixxicn Kake Factory in Freeport was just one stop on a tour recently for five African men attending a Tiller International workshop The five visitors from three African countries were par­ ticipants in a six-week pro­ gram on refinements for animal-powered farming The rake factory operation fit right in with the goals of the workshop, which is designed for rural develop­ ment leaders and innovators. The course was to be an in­ tensive. conceptual and demonstrative study of animal power’s potential in rural development The participants spent their time exploring policy and site analyses, histoneal perspec­ tives. attended and par­ ticipated in demonstrations, and had several off site visits forcusing on animal power and rural economic development. The rake factory was an ex­ ample of an industry that coukJ be adapted in the development of the countries of these five men. Not only do their countries of Tanzania, Ethiopia, and Eritrea have the resources needed for this type of industry, but the products also could readily be used in farming there. Owner Ken VanTol ‘‘rolled out the red carpet’’ and gave a thorough tour to Tillers members Chuck Andrews and Bart Seelye. and visitors Abiye Astake. Gedle Gessesse. and Kidanemariam Woldu of Ethiopia. Samuel Aradom of Eritrea, and Yona Kimale of Tanzania. 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In the township, he defeated Democratic challenger Howard Wolpe 2.262 to 450. Also following statew ide trends. Republican candidates for seats in the national and state legislatures won im­ pressive local victories. Spencer Abraham became Michigan’s first Republican U.S. Senator since 1978 as he defeated former U.S. Con­ gressman Bob Carr in the race for the seat vacated by retiring Senator Donald Riegle. In Caledonia Township. Abraham also was the favorite, winning 2.078-508 Vem Ehlers, chosen to fill the unexpired term of the late Paul Henry, won the Third District Congressional seat outright, defeating Democratic challenger Betsy Flory. Ehlers enjoyed popularity in Caledonia as well, with local voters prefer ring him over Flory 2,168-397. 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Reid 2.241-428. while DeLange similarly won 2.049-596 Kent County’s incumbent Third District Commissioner. Judy Harrison, also got a strong show of support in Caledonia Township to help her successful bid for re­ election. Among Caledonia voters she garnered 2.096 votes to challenger James Turner’s 477. On the four statewide ballot proposals, local voters follow­ ed the same trend as the rest of the state, turning down the call for a constitutional con­ vention (Proposal A) and a proposed reform in auto in­ surance rates and medical coverage (Proposal C). Caledonia voters approved restricting the right of appeal for criminals who have plead- You won’t miss with this very popular model from... Dutch Housing Inc. ONLY... s37,958 complete! (includes tax. 1173 sq. FT. Stock #6654 Shwa «ndi Optxxui Domer • 3 bedroom, 2 bath • Deluxe carpet & pad • 21 cu. ft refrigerator w/kemaker title & set-up) • Deluxe gas range • Garbage disposal ITS READY & WAITING FOR YOU TO MOVE INTO! •G.E. 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Survivors are her children, Sharon (Kurt) Schwamberger of New York, Charles (Kathy) Willyard of Arkansas, Debra (Chris) Collins of Saranac; several grandchildren; brothers Don (Arlene) Tiddens of Florida, Bob (Ann) Tiddens of Grand Rapids, Roger (Floss) Tiddens of Grand Rapids; mother-in-law, Esther Willyard of Caledonia; brothers-in-law and sisters-in­ law, Jim (Fran) Sluiter of Grand Rapids, James (Kathy) Willyard of Lowell, Barbara (Elmer) Velthouse of Caledo­ nia, David (Jean) Willyard of Wayland, Mary Willyard of Alto; several nieces and nephews. Funeral Services were held on Thursday at the Gaines United Bretheren Church with Pastor Mark Beers officiating. Interment at Lakeside Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Home of Hope. Arrangements were made by Caledonia Funeral Chapel. materials budget, more child and adult programs and more open hours at a number of branches. Kent County. which formerly helped fund the county system, has promised to roll back county taxes .12 mill with the passage of the district library millage. The new levy also will eliminate the need for townships and cities in the county to budget for the library assessment. A 68-mill levy will cost the owner of a $100,000 home about $30 a year in additional taxes. TK Bulletin Board Calendar of Events Nov. 14-18 — National Geography Week (Do a geography quiz with your child) and National American Education Week (if you can read this, thank your teacher). Nov. 14 — McFall has their first grade art talk (Warren. Erb, Hauschild). Drug awareness for the 10th graders. School board meeting. 7:30 p.m. at the High School library. Nov. 15 — Inservice. No school district-wide Hastings Cinema has special movie price of just $2 per person to see the “Little Rascals.” Enjoy a day at the movies! Nov. 16 — First grade art talk: “Children and Animals in Art” (Geukes. Thatcher). Nov. 17 — First grade art talks (Meyers. Nickola. Ptrrone) Third graders to see “The Lions. The Witch and The War drobe) (P.E.T funded). Craft work bee at McFall’s all purpose room from 9:15-10:45 am P.E.T. Coffee with Wilhemina Wright discussing ADHD/ADD (Attention DeficiLHyperactivity Disorder and Attention Deficit Disorder) at the Page Library at 7 p.m Nov. 21 — 2nd graders at Blandford Nature Center 4th grade art talks: Sculpture. Vision screening for 6th and 8th graders Nov. 22 — 4th grade art talks. Vision screening for 6th and 8th graders. Craft work bee at McFall. 9:15-10:45 P.E.T. meeting, 7 p.m. at the Page Library. Nov. 23 — 4th grade art talks. Half day of school district wide, sack lunch available at McFall and West. Nov. 24-25 — Thanksgiving vacation. ***** IxMiking ahead.... Nov. 28-30 — 2nd grade art talks: Walk with a line (P E T funded) Nov. 28 — M.S., P E P. meeting, 7 pm. at M.S library Nov. 29 - Craft work bee at McFall, 9:15-10:45./ Dec. 2-3 — H.S. play. Dec. 21 — Half day of school. Dec. 22-Jan. 3 — Holiday break. Middle School Parents — Your child's CTBS results are available in the M.S. counseling office. Please contact Mrs. Secord or Mr. Weller if you would like to receive a copy West Elementary Parents — You are needed to help sup­ port your children in their activities at school. Christmas is coming and that means holiday crafts for the children. We can not do this without your help. Also the publishing center needs volunteers — this is a way to see some of the neat things the children are producing! Training supplied . Contact the office. Thank you. West — Mrs. Thaler’s 2nd grade classroom, one of the students was bom in Asia. Everyone welcomed her to their class and have learned to say a few words in Russian! Page — Mrs. Causow’s and Mrs. Wachtor’s 4th grade class have been learning about the solar system Did you know that the earth is approximately 93,000,000 miles away from the sun? We do! We’re finishing the literature btxjk “How to Eat Fried Worms” and will be celebrating with a “worm” eating party. Be sure to ask one of our students about his very own secret recipe from our class cookbook. It’s sure to be a culinary delight! Quote of the W eek — Only a fool tests the depths of the water with both feet. (African proverb) Make Citizens Your Choice For Insurance in Michigan Citizens Insurance Company has grown from a pioneer of automobile insurance founded in 1915 lo become the largest writer of property and liability insurance through independent agents in Michigan Today. Citizens markets auto, home, bout for details TRUE VALUE HOMES In Cider Mill Village A Community of Carefree Manufactured Homes Private Property Land Home Financing Available 812 RIVER BEND LANE - MIDDLEVILLE CIDER MILL VILLAGE • 795-6006 ed guilty (Proposal B) and lik­ ed the idea of dedicated fun­ ding for the state’s parks (Proposal P). Most voters in Kent County also were asked whether or not to approve a 68-mill levy for the new Kent District Library, which replaces the former Kent County Library System. Although the millage nar­ rowly passed counts-wide (52.416-52.296). it did not receive approval in Caledonia and many other outlying townships. In Caledonia Township, on­ ly voters in the Alaska precinct approved the new library system, with the overall township vote coming in "no.” 1.320-1.241. However, the narrow county-wide win is enough to establish the dedicated millage, which will fund the library system. Formerly, the major source of funding was an annual assessment of communities with member branches. District library board members promise that the new funding system will allow for an increased books and and business insurance including workers’ Sub'scribe Today! Receive all the news for the Barry County area in the Hastings Banner. 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The meal is made with Vitamite. a tasty beverage that looks, tastes and cooks like milk, yet is completely free of lactose, cholesterol and animal fats. Low in sodium and saturated fat, it's rich in increased Bvitamins, riboflavin, thi­ amine and calcium. A new non-fat version of Vitamite will soon be available in some areas of the country and can also be used to prepare this award-winning recipe, which took second place in the recent Vitamite recipe contest and is featured in the second edition of the Vitamite cooklxxik Turkey Pot Pie 1/4 cup vegetable oil 1/4 cup chopped onion I 1 I < ups M-lf.risinK flour 2 cups turkey broth 1 12 cups cooked cubed turkey 8 oz. package frozen mixed vegetables 1/2 cup non-dairy margarine 1/2 cup Vitamite Preheat oven to 450°. In large skillet, saut£ onion in oil; add 1/4 cup of flour, and stir in broth until smooth. Add turkey and vegetables. Pour into a 2-quart casserole dish. Mix together margarine and remaining flour with a pastry blender; add Vitamite and mix until a dough-like texture. Roll on a floured surface to 1/4” thickness, shape to fit top of casserole dish and place on top of turkey mixture. Bake at 450° for 15 minutes until crust is golden brown. 6 to 8 servings Vitamite is available in liquid and powder form in many stores. For a Vitamite cookbook, write to: Diehl Specialties International. 24 North Clinton Street, Defiance. Ohio 43512. Include $1.50 for postage and handling (NAPS I—During football sea­ son. fresh-faced rookies and timetested veterans alike are always looking for an edge—especially when it comes to snack chips. A balanced attack on any hungry fan s appetite calls for Mr Phipps snacks—pretzel chips. Tater Crisps and Tortillas Crisps are irresistibly crispy and are perfect right out of the box or with dips. Nothing makes for better dips than cheese. Football fans will love this hearty Cheddar Salsa dip whether it’s served cold for the Miami game or warm for the Minnesota game. Spicy Parmesan Snack Mix is a whole new way of snacking with chips A bold array of seasonings are combined with chips. Oriental noodles and mixed nuts for a baked bonanza of unforgettable goodies. Go for the extra points with your armchair quarterbacks; serve all your favorite party dips with these great tasting Mr. Phipps snacks. CHEDDAR SALSA Makes 3 1/2 cups 1 cup sharp Cheddar cold pack cheese 1 (ft-ounce) package reducedcalorie cream cheese 1 1/2 cups thick and chunky salsa 1 cup pitted ripe olives, coarsely chopped 12 cup minced scallions 2 to 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, optional Mr. Phipps Pretzel Chips, Tater Crisps or Nacho Tortilla Crisps In bowl, with electric mixer at medium speed, beat cheeses until creamy. Blend in salsa. olives, scallions and cilantro if desired. Cover and chill for at least two hours before serving. Serve as a dip w ith chips. Warm Cheddar Salsa: Prepare as above; spoon cheese mixture into a 1-quart casserole. Bake at 375°F for 20 to 25 minutes or until browned and bubbly; let stand 5 minutes. Serve as dip with chips. SPICY PARMESAN SNACK MIX Makes 7 cups 2 tablespoons margarine, melted 1 tablespoon liquid hot pep­ per seasoning 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 2tablespoons Parmesan cheese 1 tablespoon dried onion flakes 1/2 teaspoon dried basil leaves J-Ad Graphics Bride 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves 2 cups Mr. Phipps Pretzel Chips 2 cups Mr. Phipps Nacho Tortilla Crisps 2 cups Oriental medium wide noodles 1 cup unsalted mixed nuts Sour cream, optional Combine margarine, hot pep­ per seasoning and Worvcwtcrshirr sauce. In separate bowl, mix cheese, onion, basil and oregano. In large bowl, com­ bine pretzel chips, tortilla chips. Oriental noodles and mixed nuts. Stir in margarine mixture and Parmesan mix­ ture, tossing to coat well. Spread mixture onto baking sheet. Bakr at 325"F for 12 to 15 minutes or until golden. Cool completely. Store in airtight container. Serve with sour cream for dipping if desired. 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Ml I November 15. 1994 Yankee Springs Board asks for removal of right-of-way infringement by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The Yankee Springs Township Board will insist that the encroachment of a dedicated alley on Gun Lake be removed. When Mike Powers had his new home built on the east side of the lake, about two feet of his concrete driveway and a patio -jutted out into an eight foot right of way that allows area residents access to the lake The concrete is not level, but one to two feet above the rest of the alley. This has caused problems for neighbors trying to put in or remove boats from the lake Neighbors near the Power s property told the board at last Thursday’s meeting that they want the concrete removed According to the board. Powers knows of the en­ croachment and has done nothing to correct the problem The board agreed unanimously that Powers must have any concrete that encroaches on the dedicated alley removed The original conditions of the right of way need to be restored as well. Township enforcement of­ ficer Ken Worsham will han­ dle sending a registered letter to Powers with details of what must be done Mortgage MATTERS Home still affordable, despite rise in rates By Sue Teitsma Question: I keep hearing about the rise in interest rates. Is it still a good time to buy a house or should I wait until the interest rates start dropping? Answer: I can certainly understand your concerns! Whether you arc buying your first home or have owned one previously, purchasing a home is an important investment It seems everyone is talking about the rise in interest rates and many home buyers, like yourself, may wonder if they should buy a home now or wait to see if interest rates start to ** VCR * * * * 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 VCR Cleaning Repair * 4 * FREE Estimates Fast Service Convenient Hours * 4 Star Video * ** * $15 114 Maple St. Delton, Ml. 4695 M-37 Middleville, Ml. 616-623-5777 616-795-2225 Neighbors also complained that because the Powers pro­ perty level was elevated, it has caused flooding at the adjoin­ ing lots. A house that is two down from the Powers home sus­ tained extensive water damage when their basement flooded during the recent ex­ tensive rains. Supervisor George London expressed the board s thanks to all of the people who turned out to voce. The township had the best voter turnout in recent years with about 57 percent of those registered (about 1.200 peo­ ple) casting their ballots. Unfortunately, only the renewal of the fire and am­ bulance millage was passed, with a vote of 709 to 453 The other three millage issues were defeated. The < Headlee) override vote had 368 yes and 756 no voces. The additional one-quarter mill for fire and ambulance was defeated by the vote of 709 to 436. A millage for road maintenance and repair also was turned down by a vote of 650 to 481. The board said that of the $73,000 annual contract with Thornapple Township Emergency Services, only $29,000 is collected from the taxpayers. The rest of the cost must come out of the township decline. If you are thinking about entering the housing market, do not let the higher interest rates discourage you. It is important for home buyers to remember that even though interest rates have risen slightly, they are still considered to be at historically low levels. The price of homes in Western Michigan, while considered affordable, will continue to increase. This means that if you are considering buying a new home and you wait for a decrease in interest rates, any potential gain may be lost in an increase in purchase price. So. 1 would not recommend waiting to buy a home until interest rates decline. In response to your second question, there is no telling exact­ ly when rates will go up or go down. Past experience has shown that, as a rule, interest rates normally follow a rising or falling trend over an extended period. Seldom do you find that interest rates remain in a stable position for long. Usually, once the initial direction changes, interest rates may continue in that direction for a while. Therefore, if interest rates are rising, you may find that waiting for a decline in the rates may end up costing you more interest on your mortgage loan. It is important to point out that there are many new and ex­ citing developments in home financing that have had a positive effect on the housing market and that are not connected to ris­ ing or falling interest rates. The Federal Housing Administra­ tion (FHA). the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA), the Federal National Mortgage Association (FNMA), and Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation (Freddie Mac) have made changes to mortgage programs and the mortgage approval process in an effort to encourage first­ time and “move-up” home buyers to purchase a home. Some of these new changes have made it possible for borrowers in­ terested in buying a home to qualify for a mortgage, when in the past they may have found it difficult or even impossible to enter the housing market. Contact your local mortgage lender and speak with a loan of­ ficer for more details on the many affordable housing pro­ grams and the investment and tax benefits of owning a home. Owning a home may be more feasible then you think. It is cer­ tainly worth investigating your options. Sue Teitsma of Caledonia is a senior loan officer at Heartwell Mortgage Corporation, a Grand Rapids-based mortgage banking corporation. For more information call (616) 942-9722 or 1-800-968-9722. Serving our Country Hours: Sunday thru Thursday 11 a m. to 9 p.m. Friday & Saturday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Shadeen N. O’Grady S Wednesday November I6»ti. Time 4 00 p m V Saturday. 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The camp, attended by cadets normally between their third and fourth year of col­ lege. includes instruction in communications, manage­ ment and survival training. Successful completion of the advanced camp and graduation from college results in a commission as a second lieutenant m the U.S. Army. Guard or Reserves The cadet is a student at Central Michigan University O’Grady is the daughter of Richard J and Marlene S O’Grady of 1920 Maple Grove Road. Hastings She receded an associate degree in 1992 from Minot State University. N D. Avis Martin. The platted pro­ general fund. All road repair and perty will be broken into three maintenance also comes from new lots and with a portion of the general fund since there is the original left intact. — Was informed that with no designated funding for that the change of ownership of the purpose. Yankee Springs Golf Course London said that the Barry County Road Commission has from Frank Tichzon to Evan recommended nearly Siefert. the liquor license is $120,000 of road repairs for going to be transferred. It may ' be necessary to call a special next year. However, the township is meeting if board action must still not sure of how much be taken — Noted that the drafting money will be coming from the state because of the im­ of a noise and nuisance or­ dinance was in the works plementation of Proposal A. — Gave the go ahead for a "We were just really disap­ pointed with the turnout of basketball hoop to be put at these proposals.” London the edge of the newly paved parking lot. Ray VanSchaik said. In other business, the said he had a pole anti backboard that he would board: — Approved the multiple donate. Treasurer Bob Herold split of property on Parker and London will take care of Drive owned by Robert and the installation. Talk Back How to handle concerns By Douglas Busman, Caledonia Superintendent Q. In your last "Talk Back” you mentioned parent involve ment. What if parents are concerned about something in the schools, what should they do? A. The success of the school district depends on parents and students who are enthusiastic and positive about their schools It is in the school’s best interest to ”go the extra mile” in working with parents to resolve concerns It has been my ex­ perience that the most effective way to address a concern is to set up an appointment with the school employee closest to the situation. The best attitude for both the school employee and the parent to take to the meeting would be, "how can we best work together for the gtxxi of the student ” Q. What if someone is afraid to talk to the employee because they feel the employee’s attitude toward the student may be in­ fluenced — shouldn’t they just go directly to the administrator? A. I would talk to the administrator who oversees the area in question. The administrator would help both the employee and the parent to set up the meeting to ensure that it is positive and productive. It usually doesn’t work well to bypass the employee because eventually the employee involved has to be made aware of the parental concern and be able to work toward a solution. Q. What if, after talking with the employee and the ad ministrator, the parent’s concern is still not being addressed? A. If the parental concern still exists, the administrator would appreciate a call or note to bring this to their attention so that they can try again to work with parties involved to resolve the concern. If a parental concern is such that it cannot be resolved at the local site, the superintendent will try to work with the administrator involved and the parent to bring a solu­ tion to the problem. Q. Should a school board member ever be informed of a concern? A. Of course. Board members are elected officials and arc always ready to hear legitimate concerns from their consti­ tuents. In reality, however, the board is typically the last stop in the district for issues that can be resolved al no other place In the vast majority of situations, those working closest with the situation are always the most knowledgeable, and therefore the most likely to understand why something is happening and how to effect necessary changes or adjustments to resolve a concern. Q. Are there any other options available to parents who have concerns? Q. There are opportunities available to question and learn about programs at the various school and district level pro­ grams. Just two examples would be PTO and PAC. PTO meetings at the school allow parents to be as knowledgeable about things going on in the school as possible. The PAC (Parent Advisory Council) carries the same function for district initiatives. If you have questions about this subject, or have a concern you would like to see addressed in this column, please either call the Caledonia Community Schools Administrative Office at (616) 891-8185 or write to Superintendent Douglas Busman at P O Box 128, Caledonia, MI 49316 Cali for Classifieds Phone 795-3345 �ore oun ana News. Middleville. Ml I November 15, 1994 I Page 11 Tuesday. Nov. 22 Breakfast pizza, juice or fruit, milk. AREA SCHOOLS LUNCH MENUS Caledonia Community Schools High/Middle Meal Deal Menu Wednesday. Nov. 16 Itza pizza. fr fries. Vita Pup. milk, potato bar, Thursday, Nov. 17 Chicken fajita, fr. fries. Vita Pup. milk Friday. Nov. 18 Itza pizza, fr. fries. Vita Pup, milk, potato bar Monday, Nov. 21 Grilled chicken nuggets, fr. fries. Vita Pup. milk Tuesday. Nov. 22 Hot turkey sub. fr. fries, Vita Pup. milk. Caledonia Community Schools Dutton Elementary Lunch Menu Wednesday, Nov. 16 Turkey, mashed potatoes, w/gravy. dressing, veg., dessert, milk. Thursday, Nov. 17 Burrito, food bar. milk. Friday, Nov. 18 Com dog. food bar. apple crisp, milk. Monday, Nov. 21 French toast sticks, sausage, food bar, milk. Tuesday, Nov. 22 Pizza, food bar. milk. In search of calcium At a lime when a women’s needed for calcium is critical, her consumption of milk — one of the best sources of calcium — may be at its lowest Between the ages of 12 and 55. milk consumption drops from about 26 gallons a year to under 10. according to the American Dairy Association. In fact, the average American woman over age 44 consumes only half the recommended amount of calcium. Experts assembled by the National Institute of Health recommends adults over age 25 consume 1000 milligrams (mg) of calcium daily. Unfortunately, a lifelong shortage of calcium can con­ tribute to osteoporosis, a disease in which bones grow thin with age and break easily. Osteoporosis affects an estimated 25 million adults. Brenda L. Thomas, registered dietitian and staff nutritionist for Total cereals, recommends obtaining calcium through foods that also provide a variety of ocher essential nutrients. In addition to dairy pro­ ducts, other sources of calcium include green leafy vegetables and fish that is eaten with the bones, such as canned salmon. Following are some of these foods: • 3 ounces of canned salmon has 212 mg of calcium. • 1/2 cup of cooked broc­ coli provides 94 mg of calcium. • 8 ounces of fortified skim milk has 302 mg of calcium • 1 ounce of Cheddar cheese has 204 mg of calcium. • 8 ounces of lowfat. fruitflavored yogurt has 345 mg of calcium. • 3'4 cup of Whole Wheat Total cereal w ith 1 /2 cup skim milk provides 400 mg of calcium. Thomas says that while the best sources of calcium in­ clude dairy products, it s im­ portant to choose lowfat dairy products whever possible In addition to being lower m fat. they offer just as much, or even more, calcium as the higher fat versions Thomappte Kellogg Breakfast Menu Wednesday, Nov. 16 Waffle, cherry sauce, milk. Thursday . Nov. 17 Cereal, muffin, banana, milk. Friday. Nov. 18 Cinnamon roll, orange juice, milk. Monday, Nov. 21 Pancakes, syrup, orange juice, milk. Tuesday , Nov. 22 Pizza, apple juice, milk. Caledonia Community High Middle Schools Lunch Menu Wednesday, Nov. 16 Burrito, com or fr. fries, fruit choice, milk. Thursday, Nov. 17 Thanksgiving dinner Friday. Nov. 18 Chicken patty, w/bun. gr beans, or fr. fries, fruit choice, milk. Monday. Nov. 21 Hot chili/cheese pocket, gr. beans, or fr. fries, fruit choice, milk. Tuesday, Nov. 22 Pizza, fr. fries, fruit choice, milk. Caledonia Community Schools Kettle Lake Elementary Lunch Menu Wednesday. Nov. 16 Com dog. food bar. apple crisp, milk Thursday, Nov. 17 Turkey, mashed potatoes w/gravy. dressing, veg.. milk, dessert. Friday. Nov. 17 Burrito, food bar. milk. Monday, Nov. 21 French toast sticks, sausage, food bar. milk. Tuesday. Nov. 22 Itza pizza, food bar. milk. Elementary Breakfast Menu Wednesday. Nov. 16 Bagel w toppings. juice or fruit, milk. Thursday, Nov. 17 Sour cream doughnut, juice or fruit, milk. Friday. Nov. 18 Pop tart, string cheese, juice or fruit, milk. Monday, Nov. 21 Assorted cereal, toast, juice or fruit, milk. Caledonia Community Schools Caledonia Elementary Lunch Menu Wednesday. Nov. 16 Com dog. food bar. apple crisp, milk Thursday. Nov. 17 Burrito, food bar. milk. Friday. Nov. 18 Turkey, mashed potatoes w/gravy, dressing, veg., milk, dessert. Monday. Nov. 21 French toast sticks, sausage, food bar. milk Tuesday, Nov. 22 Itza pizza, food bar. milk. Thornapple Kellogg School Lunch Menu Wednesday. Nov. 16 French toast sticks, potato rounds, sliced ham. orange juice or grape juice. Thursday. Nov. 17 Spaghetti w/meat sauce. Italian bread, tossed salad, peaches. Friday. Nov. 18 Pizza, sweet potatoes or peas, fruit crisp. Monday. Nov. 21 Ravioli'cheese, green beans, whole wheat bread, pineapple. Tuesday, Nov. 22 Roast beef, mashed potatoes, carrots, dinner roll. Taz Shake/elementary. sherbet High School. NOTE: Whole or lowfat milk offered each day. Alt. menu at El. Monday, hot dog. Tuesday, turkey on bun; Wednesday, salad bar; Thurs­ day. hamburger; Friday, fishwich. Variety of sandwiches and salads at High School and Middle PRICES EFFECTIVE NOVEMBER 14 THRU 20, 1904 ■ >11=1 AID for the PHARMACY CHRISTMAS GIFT WRAP 30" wide 3 roll 120 sq. ft. BUY 1 GET 1 FREE CHRISTMAS CARDS 18 Pack Reg. $1.99 VERY FINE APPLE QUENCHERS 46 OZ. AFRIRI NASAL SPRAY Afrin”*«AL TUMS ANTACID 150, E-X 96, Ultra 72 15 ml. Cold SUAVE ANTIPERSPIRAMT DEODORANT Solid 1.75 oz. 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Conference cross country coaches look at both the season record and the out­ come of the conference meet in selecting their honorees They chose eight Lady Scot season, undefeated in dual harriers for all-conference meets, invitational* and the and two for honorable season-end meets leading to mention. the team's second consecutive Winning first team honors Class B Mate championship. are Beth Parbel. whose per­ This year the Scots won the sonal best time this season state with an unprecedented was 19:48. Sarah Parbel score of 21 points (18:34); Barb Warner The Caledonia boys' cross (18:37); Audrey Warner country also enjoyed an (19:12); Katie Sobczak outstanding season, capped by (18:38); Shannon Houseman taking fourth in the Class B (18:36). Sarah Hegel (19:34) state meet. and Keri Bloem (18:38). Freshman Rob Lillie, with a Jill Hofmann and Wendy personal best of 17:06; Faber received honorable sophomore Dave Vandenberg mention. (16:43) and senior Ben Coached by Dave Hodgkin­ Thompson (16:34) were pick­ son. the team ran a perfect ed for all-conference, while CHS soccer players Jared Oatley, left, Ivan Prado and Mike Pries were selected all-conference in the Rainbow league, and Sid Newhof, front, earned honorable mention. Not pictured are Mark Bone her, all conference, and Steve Schmidt, honorable mention. Insulation Pays Off BLOWN-IN INSULATION is a big home improvement that can add extra money to your savings. USE... Valu-Pak CELLULOSE INSULATION BY NU*WOOL CO. INC. BLOWING MACHINES AVAILABLE • LIGHTWEIGHT • HIGHEST “R” VALUE • NON-IRRITATING • FIRE RESISTANT • NON-SETTLING • VERMIN RESISTANT CALEDONIA LUMBER 115 Kinsey Street, Caledonia, Michigan PHONE: 891-8143 The Caledonia girls state champion cross country team placed eight members on the all-conference squad, with two more earning honorable mention. In the top row, from the left, are Wendy Faber (honorable mention), Barb Warner, Shannon Houseman and Sarah Flegel. Seated in the middle row are Sarah Parbel (left), Katie Sobczak and Keri Bloem, while in front are Audrey Warner (left), Jill Hofmann (honorable mention) and Beth Parbel. junior Todd Striplin (17:32) received honorable mention. The boys’ team also took firsts in conference and regional meets, with Thomp­ son the overall winner at the regional. “Ben has been our top run­ ner this year,” said Coach John Soderman. “He’s talented and has worked ex­ tremely hard. ‘“Dave VandenBerg took a fifth in the conference, and is the fastest sophomore in the Gold. He is progressing as we expected and hoped, and he provided close competition for Ben all year. “Rob Lillie, who took a seventh in the conference, has run the course in Johnson Park faster than any freshman ever has. He’s off to an outstanding career.” Soderman said Striplin, the veteran of the team, has work­ ed extremely hard for his position and “is improving all the tune.” Also enjoying an outstan­ ding season, the conference and district champion varsity soccer team placed four on the all-conference team: junior mid-fielder Mark Boocher, senior sweeper Jared Oatley . senior stopper Mike Pries and exchange student Ivan Prado, striker Senior halfback Sid Neuhof and junior striker Steve Schmidt received honorable mention Soccer coach Brian Broekhuizen noted Oatley and Pries were part of a defense that recorded 10 shutouts and allowed only 19 goals in 22 games this season He described Oatley as "one of the most skilled players on the team, fast and strong with great ball control. ‘ ‘Jared keeps his composure when pressured by opposing attackers, and he can score goals when needed. He became a significant senior leader on the team.” he said. Broekhuizen praised senior captain Mike Pries as a “fan­ tastic defender” with ex­ cellent speed, heading and marking skills and gtxxl at starting the offensive attack “He is a positive influence, a team leader and a great student.” Ivan Prado, an exchange student from Spam, led the Scots in goals this season with 25 and five assists. “He is smart and poised, a great finisher who plays the game wisely and connects Continued next page — Why call Spencer's rowing! ■ ■ ■ ■ 24 Hour Service Radio Dispatch Fully Insured Flatbed Service ■ ■ ■ ■ Jumpstarts Lock Outs 8 Trucks Available Emergency Tire Repair We bill direct to every insurance agency in Barry County, including: • • • • • AAA Amoco AARP Montgomery Wards Auto Owners • • • • • ERS Allstate Farmers State Farm Cross Country We are on the 911 Emergency Call List SPENCER S TOWING 795-3369 or 1-800-635-9964 MIDDLEVILLE �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / November 15. 1994 I Page 13 Stop and see — your choice is clear. Richard J. Choryan, O.D. DOCTORY OF OPTOMETRY 133 E Main St.. Caledonia. Ml Eric Blanding, center, won all-conference honors in golf, while teammates Jason VanTil, left, and Ryan Stevens, right, received honorable mention. From previous page - CHS junior tennis player Kris well with the players around Van Belkum earned all­ him. He’s considerate and conference at first singles and senior Julie Tuinstra received positive,” said Broekhuizen. He described Boneher as honorable mention at second tough, smart and skilled and a singles. Coach Judi Ferguson said great hall handler “who wins a lot of balls at mid-field and that while Van Belkum ended the conference season at 3-3, stops a lot of attacks. "He's a great team player she took the silver medal at and has the work ethic of a the conference match to earn a position as one of the 10 best leader,” said the coach. Bone her also scored four players in the league. "Her tenacity is her goals and had four assists for greatest strength.” com­ the season mented Ferguson. "She will In the Rainbow League, Todd Striplin, left, received O-K Gold honorable mention in boys cross country this year. Teammates Ben Thompson (center), Rob Lillie (right) and Dave Vandenberg were chosen all conference. never give up. no matter how down she is. Kris also has earned several sportsmanship awards for her exemplary behavior on the court. " In boys’ golf, Eric Blanding earned all-conference honors and teammates Jason VanTil and Ryan Stevens received honorable mention. Blanding, a senior, earned all-conference with a 41.68 average in O-K Gold play and a season low of 37. VanTil. also a senior, earned a 42.43 average score, coming in with a 35 for his personal best of the season. Stephen, a junior, had a 42.36 average, a per­ sonal best of 38 and can an­ ticipate an outstanding season next year, said coach Cal Keizer "They ail played very well this year. They’re excellent young men who worked hard and deserve this honor,” he said. Moving from the green to the gridiron, another group of CHS athletes were recognized for their achievements. Seniors Adam Paarlberg and David Uyl earned all­ conference honors for their offensive play in football this season. Coach Ralph Shefferly described Paarlberg, an offen­ sive guard, as exhibiting “the best work ethic of any player I have coached.” With 137 tackles, he was the leading tackler in the O-K Gold, and a “fierce com­ petitor.” Shefferly said. At quarterback, Uyl threw for over 500 yards with a 49 percent completion rate. He scored eight touchdowns, four PATs. and gained 200 yards on the ground "Dave’s another great com­ petitor, a very intense player and also great on defense as a comer back," Shefferly said, adding that both athletes hoped to continue playing football at Hope College next 891-9224 Matt Barr, left, and Matt Neely, right, received honorable mention while Adam Paarlberg, kneeling, was named to the O-K Gold all-conference football squad. Not pictured is Dave Uyl, also an all­ conference pick, and Dan Simmons, who received an honorable mention. year. Chosen for honorable men­ tion were Fighting Scot senior gridders Dan Simmons, Matt Barr and Matt Neely. CHS Athletic Director Jeanne Glowicki offered her congratulations to all the honorees. "It’s a pleasure to have these student athletes repre­ sent our school and our stu­ dent body." she said. "Their hard work has paid off with this recognition from the league ” Phone 795-3345 for Sun & News ActionAds! 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Two days later, they battled beck from an 11-2 firstquarter deficit to post a 44-30 win over Hamilton. Coach Jerry Aquino said that be thought the highlight of the season was the team s 28-14 victory over Mid­ dleville in the Trojan's gym during the second half of the season He cited outstanding defense as the key to the team’s successful season and noted that other coaches had commented on the girls’ defensive skills. “The second half of the season, everyone was out to beat us. and it’s to the girls' credit that they hung in there game after game “Everybody played and everybody contributed to the great season,” Aquino said. Members of the undefeated CMS seventh-grade girls basketball team are lisa Kusmierz (front, left), Pam Grimes, Anne Morgan, Heather Duffield, Angie Adrianse, Annie Schmidt and Angela Brown. Standing, from the left, are Paula Allen, Erin Finkbeiner, Jessica Curry, Martha Frantti, Becky Haywood. Mary Gless, Krystal Holdredge and Elise Boncher. The girls were coached by Jerry Aquino. • Homeowner* ** Ceeh Feet * IV Sweet Ladies fall in final game The Caledonia junior var­ sity girls basketball team lost to Wayland 53-49 in its final game of the season Nov. 10. The team ends the 1994 sea­ son with a 12-8 record. In the loss to the junior Wildcats. Allison Schneider had 16 points to lead to junior Sweet Ladies. Jen Vining, who suffered an injury in the second period came back to score 15 points and five blocked shots. Sara Born also hit in double figures with 10 points. The team had been down by 13 points going into the fourth quarter before going on a shooting barrage to close within a basket late. "The Ladies battled through a season with a lot of ups and downs." said Coach Marcy Bell. "They really are a great group of ladies." Caledonia frosh eagers defeat Sparta The Caledonia freshman basketball team defeated Sparta 40-33 in its final home game, last week. Sara Grevers led the freshman team with nine points. Tonya Duelers scored eight, L.L. Hawkins and Beth Paarlberg added six each. The coach said the team won the game with balanced scoring and by hitting key free throws down the stretch. TKIV drop final two games of season The Middleville junior varsity girls basketball team dropped its final two games of the season with losses to Coopersville and Hamilton, last week. The junior Trojans lost 5646 to Coopersville. Nov. 8. after opening the first quarter 17-4. Coopersville drew within nine by the half and took the lead by a basket at the end of three. Wanda Pennington was the leading scorer for the team with 11. Jenny Doyle had nine in the contest and Katie Weaver and Sarah Bishop had seven each. In the loss to Hamilton 4435, Nov. 10, TK was able to gamer only 10 points in the first half. Weaver was the top scorer for the junior Trojans with nine. Pennington, Jenna Shook and Sage Lucas all had six points. 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Ed Pawloskl $ $ $ $ J $ $ �Page 16 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I November 15, 1994 Sweet Ladies win final 2 games of the season The Caledonia girls varsity basketball team took the final two games of the regular sea­ son to head in to district play 18-2 overall. The Sweet readies defeated Sparta 57-40 Noy. 8 and Wayland 55-50, Nov. 10 The team played Wyoming Park (17-3) last night but re­ sults were unavailable at press time. The winner of the contest will play Wyoming Rogers, tomorrow (Nov. 11) at 8 p.m. at South Christian High School. (See Caledonia senior Jenny Millard sets up for a shot during the Sweet Ladies' victory over Sparta. Dykstra's Preferred Poured Walls, Inc. • Poured basement walls • Flatwork • Farm work ROB DYKSTRA, Owner 10698 Finkbeiner Rd., Middleville 7QE 7C7X / Z7O" / O / H- accompanying bracket) In the win over Sparta, parent s night for the Sweet Ladies. Coach Mike Wilson said the team was a little emotional starting the game and it took a few minutes for things to settle down into a nice, leisurely route. Jaimie Oatley did the yeomans work of guarding Sparta leading scorer Sarah Hall. She held Hall scoreless in the first quarter and to five in the second. The Sweet Ladies outscored the I^dy Spartans 26-13 after two periods. In the third quarter, how­ ever. Sparta scrambled out of the locker room and whittled the lead to six before Cale­ donia's defense took up a strong posture Wilson said the defense and the offense were focused again by the fourth quarter and walked away with the win. Jodi VanderVelde was the top scorer for the Sweet Ladies with 19. Danielle Gallen added 13 and Van­ derVelde and Katie Donker muscled down 10 rebounds. In the win over the lough Wayland team. Mindi Smith and Rachel Comegys pulled duty in stopping the leading scorer in the Wolverine B Conference Angie Farmer. She was held to 17 points in the contest. Caledonia started quick, outscoring the 1-ady Cats 2013 after eight minutes of Play. But a chill hit the Caledo­ nia squad as Way land’s de­ fense stepped further into the perimeter and the Sweet Ladies were held to four in the second quarter and trailed 28-24 going into the break. A back and fourth third quarter brought the Sweet Ladies to within a basket with eight minutes left to PlayWilson said the Ladies went up by four, then trailed VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Decembers, 1994, at 7:00 p.m. the Planning Commission of the Village of Caledonia will hold a public hearing at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, concerning a proposed ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the Village of Caledonia to amend the provisions of the C-1 Neighborhood Business District, the C-2 Highway Business District and the 1-1 Light Industrial District so as to permit off-site parking lots as a special land use in each of such districts and, further, so as to add certain standards and minimum requirements for off-site parking lots as special land uses under the terms of Chapter XIII of the Zoning Ordinance. In addition, the proposed ordinance would amend portions of Sections 16.4, 16.5 and 16.6 of the Zoning Ordinance concerning motor vehicle parking lots. The text of the proposed amending ordinance is on file and may be examined at the offices of the Caledonia Village Clerk, 250 South Maple Street. Caledonia, Michi­ gan. All interested persons may attend the public hearing and be heard with regard to the proposed amending ordinance. Dated: November 14. 1994 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA 100 Senior point guard Jodi VanderVelde is congratulated by coach Mike Wilson, her teammates and the fans as she comes off the home court for the last time. Tuesday's contest against Sparta marked the last home appearance for the 1994 team. I | BYE GODWIN hi l<;trrs U GODWIN HEIGHTS ~| ■HBNfSBBV, MBB IB , BSB | BYRON CENTER ~| MBMBB9. MBB. 14. BSB F.M I „ -_________________...... SOtriTI CHRISTIAN..... | Championship Ctwwpton «M play al Semi-final games | WYOMING PARK MBNBB7. NBB. 14. B FM | I I CAUibONIA | WYOMING ROGlgTJ BYE WYOMING ROGERS I by four, but continued to bat­ tle with VanderVelde hitting key free throws with 50 sec­ onds left to put the team up by one. The victory was sealed when Smith hocked the ball from Wayland with seven seconds remaining to play and fed VanderVelde who was fouled going down the floor. She swished both shot for the win. Gallert was the top scorer for the Scots with 18, Oatley had 15 points and seven re­ bounds and VanderVelde was held to nine. TK Cross Country holds banquet The Middleville cross country teams held its annual end-of season banquet, last week. Receiving the award for the Most Valuable Players were Steve Dood, Wendy Wisniewski and Sarah Matson. Most improved runners were Matt Eaton and Stephanie Potter. Receiving recognition for winning a sot on the All-OK Blue team were Jessi Davis, Matson and Dood. Honorable mentions went to Wisniewski and Potter. Four-year runner awards went to Justin Blake. Andy Dragt, Sarah Allore and Wis­ niewski. Coach Tamara Benjamin said the teams had a very fine season with many personal records set for the runners and thanked all the parents who made the season possi­ ble Looking for a PRINTER? Call... 945-9554 CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP BOARD AGENDA November 16, 1994 • 7:00 p.m. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. Minutes Bills Building Inspector Report Treasurers Report Petitions against Campau/Kettle Lake Sewer Keiser Drain Public Hearing ■ 7:30 p.m. Assessment Roll - Campau/Kettle Lake Sewer Boca Codes - 2nd Reading Fitzsimmons Pit Resolution Planning Commission Report Wamar Resolution Fireworks Ordinance - 1st Reading Sun Da Go Final Site Plan Resolution Assessor Review Parking Ordinance - 1st Reading Cherry Valley Renewal Resolution for Extension of E. Beltline Land Use Advisory Board Civil Infractions Roads Student Representative to Boards Any Other Business That May Come Before the Board (101) �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / November 15, 1994 / Page 17 ( From Our Readers Parents should give their time, opinions Dear editor: ‘Minority’ of parents have a lot of influence To the editor: The Caledonia athletic director has asked for the resignation of the varsity baseball coach, based on com­ plaints of approximaely four sets of a parents. These parents have their own personal reasons for what they have asked for. However, the AD must rise above parental pressure, and make sound, fair decisions on her own There have been several past players and their parents who have called and written to voice their support of this coach. letters have been sent to the Board of Education Per­ sonnel Committee, and their response indicates that one board member on this com­ mittee has spoken personally with the coach. They seem to only listen to the AD. who is turn is only listening to four sets of parents. In Caledonia we have gone to 'outcomes-based" educa­ tion. and we ask for the students’ input on everything from curriculum, social ac tivities and planning, but we don’t listen to the athletes when it involves their coaches. Leave this coach alone, and let him do the job he was hired to do. There is not one coach in this area who can please every set of parents, and anyone who thinks they can will go crazy trying. One of these sets of parents has been complain­ ing about the baseball pro­ gram for over six years. There is nothing that would make this set of parents hap py. They have complained about the coach in every sport their child has been involved in. We know there are pro­ blems in this system with the athletic program, but asking for the resignation of a good coach to make parents happy is not the answer. It is time that the Caledonia administration listened to the majority of voters in this district who pa> their salaries Don’t listen to a few disgruntled parents, look at the overall picture. Don’t just listen to the AD. talk to the coaches involved, get their in­ put Talk to a wider scope of people before you make deci­ sions that could ruin a per­ son’s reputation The AD. whom we pay $65,922 per year in salary , should broaden her scope in handling these situations. If a coach has a problem, work with that coach, and make sure it is clear what is ex­ pected in the way of change and what the ramifications are if the changes are not achiev­ ed Put it in writing and have the coach sign it so there is never any misunderstanding of what was said and agreed to in meetings. Talk with the coach throughout the year to find out w hat the coach is do­ ing to make the changes, do a followup so that no one is sur­ prised by what the other one thought was going to happen The AD cannot make deci­ sions based on what she thought was going to happen when the coach has a totally different view of what he or she thought was required. Communication is the key here, and unfortunately that has probably been a problem in the Caledonia administra­ tion over the years. We don’t hold our ad­ ministration accountable. Everyone on down the line backs the one who made the decision, regardless of how bad that decision was, or the way it has handled. It is unjust for a small minority of parents to have this much influence over the AD and to ruin good coaches in the process. Our coaches should play to win. That is what athletics is about. Let them do it the best way they see fit. Set up guidelines and publish them so the coaches know what is expected of them Coaches in Caledonia don't even get a "contract" to sign. What is their recourse when they are treated unfair­ ly0 Apparently nothing. I believe that the AD was initially hired because she was a friend of the principal and the job was never posted What are her qualifications? What athletic administrative experience did she have? Now the lack of experience and training shows. When are we going to begin to hire ad­ ministrators with experience and the proper training for the jobs they are hired to do? Let’s hire fair, knowledgeable, experienced administrators who have the training to know how to say “no" to a few unreasonable parents. Diana Hudson Caledonia This is in response to an editorial in the Nov. 1 Sun and News regarding local coaches taking unfair criticism. Ideally, all teachers are good teachers, all coaches are good coaches, and all parents are good parents. Ideally, all children in athletic programs love and respect their coaches Unfortunately, that isn’t always true. Respect, like job security, is not a privilege based on title nor seniority, but on performance and accountability. Administrators, taxpayers and/or parents have the right and responsibility to examine the school system and its employees. Coaches are paid employees of the school district and as such come under public scrutiny. If a ma­ jority of parents are concerned about a particular employee or program, then the issue needs to be addressed. Certainly. Caledonia has some of the brightest coaches, teaches and administrators in My name is Eric Fleischmann. I am a Life Scout in Caledonia Troop 202 and am working on my Eagle project. For my project, I am clear­ ing the mile and a half of railway line owned by Caledonia Schools so it can be used as a biking and walking trail. This trail will be the first segment of the Sugarbush Trail that will run through Dutton. Caledonia. Mid­ dleville and Hastings. The Sugarbush Trail is being spon­ sored by the national Rails-to- Ph. 795-3345 for Sun & News Classified ACTION ADS A 1\T /^X’DIPAT T TP^nnniP'D £X±\I VjlllllN JuJtj 1 1 JlJXV America has changed tot since you grew up. But our schools aren t ch Miff­ ing fast enough. Education today is not great. We could TO AMERICA FROM ITS CHILDREN.^ri cared about what kind of education kids get today. And really everyone should care about us because the kids of today are the future of tomorrow and the world depends on them. We know there are some schools that have changed but we need more of them. We think all of us kids deserve to go to a school like that We love youj Your children Trails organization and the Caledonia segment is an op­ portunity for Caledonia to be the first to open their section. Please help Caledonia get its own "Kent Trails" pro­ ject. Come to the rail road crossing in Caledonia next to the village stripper Saturday. Nov. 19. at 8 a.m. Bring saws, clippers, and heavy gloves We will be cutting down small trees and clearing brush from Main Street north to 92nd Street. Enc Fleischmann Life Scout. Troop 202 Caledonia America needs more schools that encourage our children to fulfiU then pre­ mise. So they can succeed in the competitive world they will soon face. Call 1 800-94-PBOMISE. And we will send you information on how you can help change the schools in your community. Office Manager - WANTED Knowledgeable in office problems, book­ keeping, payroll, governmental accounting, computer proficient and the ability and per­ sonality to work well with the public Previous experience in the above areas is highly desirable. Send resume to: Gun Lake Area Sewer and Water 12588 Marsh Road Shelbyville, Michigan 49344 Attn : Tom Rook rain and cold, are at both junior varsity and varsity sporting events until 9 p.m.. and are members of other volunteer organizations at the school. They don’t need to "shut up" because they have "put up." Parents should be encourag­ ed. not chastised, to volunteer their time and opinions. 1 say let’s hear more views and opi­ nions, let’s be active, not passive, let’s change what needs to be changed, and let’s not be afraid to do what should be done. I believe that Caledonia can be proud of its teachers, coaches, and administrators, parents and students, it is a great community and I am happy to be a part of it. Shelly Page Alto Jane, Carlos, Christopher and Lisa. We know you re very busy and if we didn't think it was important, we wouldn't bother you. Bui we are frightened. Help needed on trail project To the editor: the area. They are trying to do the best possible job. to listen to the concerns of the com­ munity. and to learn and be open to new suggestions. It takes a cooperative effort bet­ ween parents, staff, and students to make the educa­ tional system viable and relevant I have found that most of the staff at Caledonia want parents to be a part of the "team". We don’t live and work in isolation. For the schools to succeed and for the child’s future success, paren­ tal input is essential Not only are there dedicated staff at Caledonia Schools but there are many, many dedicated and supportive parents The parents who become involved are those who deserve our respect and gratitude. From my experience, many of those parents most openly critical of various members of the coaching staff are those volunteering at the concession stand, are those Little League coaches standing out in the KEEP THE PROMISE. 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Ml / November 15, 1994 / Page 19 A sloooow loss for TK girls cage team Coach Jim Sprague had to do something against the fast, tall and quick-shooting Hamilton team, last Thurs­ day. Hamilton was 14-5 and TK was 13-6 and the I>ady Trojans were looking to tie the Hawkeyes for the OK Blue Championship. Sprague s answer: slow the game down, way down. For the first two minutes Jessica Coe held the hall in the north corner of TK’s end of the court and smiled io the Hamilton defenders who didn’t know whether to go af­ ter her and let her pass inside or to let her stand. Eventually, after much thought by the Hamilton coach, he sent out his defend­ ers The Lady Trojans played kecpaway for another minute or so before finding a shot. The ball rimmed and was brought down by the superior size of the Hamilton center Jill Herbig. who stands sixfoot-three. However Hamilton wasnt able to score at their end of the floor and TK brought the ball back and slowed the game again The first score in the con­ test was scored by Hamilton at the 2:22 mark of the first quarter, but less than 10 sec­ onds later, Coe sank a long two-pointer for the Lady Trojans. At the end of the first quar­ ter the score stood 4-2 in fa­ vor of Hamilton. With 5:20 left in the sec­ ond period, Vikki Jansen was left unattended outside, where she sank a three pointer to tie the score at 7-7. Al the half, Hamilton led 1I9. Coe put the Trojans up with 1:25 left in the third when she swished a pair of free throws to make the score 17-15 Middleville. At the end of three periods. Middleville led 19-18 With 2:40 left in the con­ test, the score was tied at 2020 when Hamilton hit a three pointer to go up. TK went for the ball, hav­ ing two fouls to give before sending Hamilton into the bonus But the turnovers weren t there and the Hawkeyes' leading scorer Reuschel Gina was sent to the line five times in the final minute of the affair. Junior varsity-cum-varsity recruit Jenny Doyle hit a three-point shot with nine seconds left to bring the Lady Trojans within three points, but on the Hamilton inbound pass, Gina was fouled and she sank both ends of a one-and-one to put the game away. The 28-23 score was the lowest total for the year by both teams. Coe was the leading scorer for TK with six, Doyle. Jansen and Sarah Kaechele had five. Middleville will play the winner of the Allegan-Way­ land game. Thursday in the district semi-finals. (See ac­ companying bracket) •gf WINTER (&WL (to M tttte 2% off tide /micu ‘Stiity in tltiA Price per Ib. OIL SUNFLOWER OIL SUNFLOWER .20 .19 25 lb. 50 lb. STRIPE SUNFLOWER 251b. 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Bi ISd 3 30 pm to 12 am 9790 Cherry Valley, M-37, Caledonia � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/704/SunandNews_1994-11-22.pdf d37df46d252f2dfc425f178cf3ca963d PDF Text Text The.Su 12/30/99 Hastings Public Library F 121 Church Hastings, HI. 4°058 Jv <• r.,;.. . . J O I f1 £ I I W ^7, I Permit No. 7 Your Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas Middleville, Michigan 49333 124th Year No 42 I November 22, 1994 Sewer district to be confirmed after hearing Campau Lake sewer district public hearing set for Dec. 6 by Barbara Gall Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Board has scheduled a public hearing for Tuesday. Dec. 6. at Kettle Lake Elementary on the proposed sewer assess­ ment roll for expansion of the Kettle-Campau l^ake sewer district. The expansion of the lake sewer system is still a sore point with some homeowners, who object to being included in the new sewer district. One of those residents. San­ dy Spencer, submitted peti­ tions to the board last Wednesday against the district boundaries. She told the board she also questioned the validi­ ty of an opinion survey taken by the township to confirm in­ terest in the project. The Township Board first will validate the signatures on the petitions, and then con­ sider them as pan of the public comment In other matters regarding the proposed sewer expan sion. Township Attorney Jim White said that the total assessment roll for the sewer project is $1.9 million. The individual assessment then averages out to an assessment of about $6,915 for each of the properties included in the sewer district, he said. White added that the boun­ daries of the district have changed somewhat since the last informational meeting on the project, with some proper­ ties now excluded and others brought in. The board will decide whether to confirm the special assessment role after the Dec. 6 hearing. In other business, the township: — Approved updating the township's building code ordinances. — Supported a recommen­ dation by the Township Plann­ ing Commission to deny an extension of the two-year special use permit granted to Jack Fitzsimmons and Mike Slachter for reclamation of the sand pit on Fitzsimmons' pro­ perty The permit expires Dec 31 — Voted to petition the county to construct a drain for the Keiser Park Subdivision (see related story). — Approved releasing the lein held by the township against lands occupied by Wamar Products. 5041 68th St, since Wamar has paid off the bond on the property. — Approved a final site plan for the Sun-Da-Go site condominium development on l()8th Street. — Approved a 3 percent pay increase for Township Assessor Tom Doane after a favorable review by the township staff. Doane's new annual salary will be $23,700. — Supported a recommen­ dation by the Planning Com­ mission to approve a threeyear renewal of the Planned Mineral Removal permit (PMR) for the Cherry Valley Development sand mining operation on 68th Street. —- Approved amending township ordinances to designate as civil infractions certain ordinance violations. This action allows those specified violations to be punished with a ticket and fine system rather than the township having to file a lawsuit against the offender. — Discussed, but took no action on designating im­ provements for the unpaved roads in the township. — Approved the request from Chad Veenstra, a junior at South Christian High School, to sit on one of the township municipal boards for an educational experience. The clerk will explain the functions of each board, and Veenstra can choose which one he prefers. The board recommended the Planning Commission as probably the most educational for a student — Voted to issue the winter tax bills as recommended by the Kent County Treasurer’s Association and the County Board of Equalization. A question has arisen over whether the newly approved Kent District Library millage (.68 mill) will be approved yet this year by the legislature and the governor. The Caledonia Township Board agreed to go ahead and issue the tax bills on time, whether or not the issue has been settled at the state level. The only concern is that the new Kent District Library will not get its funding from the 1994 winter taxes, should the governor veto the district library millage legislation and thus delay getting the newly approved millage on the winter tax bills. Nurse teaches West kids the “bare bones” Bonnie Rhoby, a registered nurse, recently visited the second grade class of Sue Overholt at West Elementary School in Middleville. The children have been studying about bones, so, Rhoby offered many hands-on activities to help the kids with their learning. Thornapple Twp. Board OKs Near Lane Estates plat by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The Thomapple Township Board last week gave final ap­ proval on the site plan for the Near Lane Estates plat. The plat extends east from Patterson Road and runs one lot deep on the north side of Near Lane, which is located just west of Duncan Lake. Preliminary approval on the proposed plat had been given about two years ago according to Supervisor Don Boysen at last Monday’s meeting. Approval time for a project such as this normally only takes about one year, accor­ ding to project surveyor, Rob Jonkers. This property had to be rezoned for residential use from the former agricultural zoning designation. However, Near Lane Estates ran into some difficul­ ty when the health department said revisions had to be made so that the required drain fields would be available for each of the eight lots. One end of the plat has somewhat sandy soil and the other has a greater concentra­ tion of clay. Each of the lots is about I 'A acres with a couple of them being closer to two acres because of the size of the necessary dram field. The Road Commission also determined that Near I-anc would have to be paved at the expense of the plat owner, but that requirement was dropped once the commission found out that Near luinc had been platted prior to this by another owner developing an adjoin ing subdivision. Now that the township has given final approval on the site, it must gain approval through the county and then the state, according to Jonkers. In other business last week, the Township Board - Decided to retain the South Central M'chigan Plan­ ners as consultants for the township — Tabled the civil infrac­ tion amendment that deals with how to handle ordinance violations of the township or­ dinances, reducing them from criminal to civil infractions. The board is waiting until the township attorney has gone over the amendment thoroughly In This Issue... • Caledonia Twp. moves forward on Keiser Park Drain Project • Space Camp builds TK students’ confidence Gorgeous gobblers displayed... Caledonia Elementary first graders and their families again this year displayed their imaginations and a creative use of materials in decorating some gorgeous gobblers for the Thanksgiving season. Mrs. Murphy's class is happy to pose for a pre-holiday photo as students show off just a few of the colorful creations. • Peanuts Gang grocery store caters to ‘little kids' • Llamas offer loving hobby for Middleville woman �Page 2 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / November 22 1994 Caledonia baseball coach’s contract discontinued by Barbara Gall * Staff Writer The Caledonia Board of Education voted unanimously last week to discontinue the coaching contract for varsity baseball coach John Klunder The move came despite a public proposal from the coach that he be given one season's probation. Seldom are personnel mat ters discussed at public board meetings, but the board regularly votes each month on a recommended list of hires, resignations* transfers and leaves of absence Last week,' however. Klunder spoke for about 15 minutes during the Interested Citizens" portion of the school board’s November meeting agenda He followed six other citizens who either spoke for or against a recommended ter­ mination of his head baseball coaching contract. Klunders teaching position at CHS was not an issue Those supporting Klunder s dismissal as coach cited insen­ sitivity. a lack of “caring" and a lack of understanding of his players' physical development These deficiencies, they said, resulted in his overusing players such as pitchers, for instance, and they showed up in an inability to understand his players' talents and how to use his players effectively. Accusations of carelessness and a lack of commitment to the program also were brought up. Those supporting the coach said they did not think he "abused" kids, and question­ ed whether there would be time to put together a baseball staff for the upcoming season if Klunder were dismissed at this time. They said they supported the idea of giving the coach a TK Bulletin Board Nov. 22 — 4th grade art talks: Sculpture. (P E T. funded). Vi­ sion screening for 6th and 8th graders. Craft work bee at McFall. 9:15-10:45. P.E.T. meeting. 7 p.m. at the Page Library Nov. 23 — 4th grade art talks: Sculpture. At Page it’s jeans and tie day. Don't forget! Half day of school district wide, sack lunch available at McFall and West Nov. 24-25 — Thanksgiving vacation Nov. 28-30 — Second grade art talks: Walk with a line. Il’ I I tlHhkdl Nov. 28 — M.S. P E P. mcetin, 7 p m . at MS Library Nov. 29 - Craft work bee at McFall. 9:15-10:45. Dec. 2-3 - H S. play. “Curtain Call for Cl fiord " Looking ahead... Dec. 21 — Half day of school. Dec. 22-Jan. 2 — Holiday break. Jan. 3 — Immunization Clinic for 9th graders and others needing updated immunization. ApriL3-7 — Spring Break. ***** Teachable Moments McFall — Insects have been the main topic lately in Mrs. Erb’s 1st grade classroom. We will also be working with Mrs. Chausow’s class with patterning using the Thanksgiving theme. Quote of the Week — “How much easier it is to be critical than to be correct." (Disraeli) probation season this spring to see if he could correct whatever concerns there were with the program A former CHS player now playing college ball added his support for the coach, saying Klunder had helped him with his game, that he had enjoyed playing on Klunder s team He added that he had never seen him embarrass a player on the field. Klunder. speaking after the others, said he stood behind his coaching. He said the board had asked him to resign, but that he had decided not to do that, that the board would have to fire him He defended his eight years as head baseball coach, saying that he and his staff had turned a sinking program around. He said he felt the data used by the board in asking him to leave was based on parents' complaints rather than an ob­ jective evaluation by someone who knew the sport. He said he felt the parents who had complained basically wanted more playing time for their sons. He claimed that the decision to terminate his coaching con­ tract was unjust, and added that the athletic director had never attended one of his practices and only a couple of his games. He asked that he be given a probationary season this spr­ ing and said that if he then did not measure up to the board's expectations, “he would walk’’ without any complaints. The school board then mov­ ed to adjourn and go into a closed session with Athletic Director Jeanne Glowicki to discuss the issue again Board President Gordon DeBlaay explained to the au­ dience that the Open Meetings Act permitted such closed ses­ sions when the board had to discuss personnel matters. “We re not trying to hide anything, but we do this simp­ ly to protect the dignity and reputation of the employee." he said When the board returned and reopened the meeting. DeBlaay recognized Person­ nel Committee Chairman Ber­ nard Nagel Nagel said that the board has tried to be fair with Klunder. that he has been met with and talked to. and that he had been offered another posi­ tion in the baseball program, "just not the head coaching position." Nagel said that after the closed session, he still sup­ ported a recommendation to discontinue the contract, and put the recommendation into a motion. The board voted unanimously in favor of the motion. Deputy Superintendent Craig Schmidt, whose job in­ cludes personnel issues, said Peace Reformed plans benefit supper Dec. 9 A soup supper to benefit the Paul DeBlaay family is being planned for Friday. Dec. 9. by the Peace Reformed Church youth group. DeBlaay has been ill and unable to work. The supper will run from 5 to 7 p.m. in the church gym. Five kinds of soup are on the menu, including chili, cheese broccoli, vegetable, chicken noodle and pea soup. Rolls, salad and beverage also will be served. Donations will be taken at the door. Fans who plan to attend the varsity basketball game bet­ ween Middleville and Caledonia are invited to stop in at the church for supper on their way to the game, which will be played at the TK gym this year. Anyone unable to attend the supper, but who would like to contribute to the family can call the church office at 891-8119 to arrange a tax deductible donation. Peace Reformed Church is located between Caledonia and Middleville, just south of the M-37 and Parmalee Road intersection. in a later interview that school boards try to keep employee evaluations “as private and personal as possible.” and therefore the Caledonia board did not respond to any of Klunder's charges of unfair treatment. “I feel, and the board feels, that any detail about an employee that is publicly revealed is entirely up to that employee... we do not publicize any of the informa­ tion we have on our employees." He explained that the employee has a right to ask the board for a closed hearing, and reiterated that the law allows the board to go into a closed session when necessary to protect the individual. “When we make decisions about our employees, it's with a lot more data that we can share with the public, so sometimes to our public the decision might look unfound­ ed or stupid. “...we as a board and ad­ ministrators are handicapped in a sense by that ethic of con­ fidentiality. because we do not answer in public the charges an employee might choose to make "Contrary to. what some folks might think, we do not base our decisions just on parents' complaints, although we do kxik into them. "We base our decisions on the performance and behavior of the employee, and we devote a considerable amount of time to these decisions They are not easy.' ’ Talk Back Parent-teacher conferences important to education By Douglas Busman, Caledonia Superintendent Q. In your last column you mentioned parent-teacher con ferences as a way for parents to become involved Arc these conferences very well attended ’ A. Attendance at parent-teacher conferences is very high at all levels. The information I have available from our recently completed fall conferences specifically shows 99 percent atten dance at each of the three elementary schools Attendance is also high at the secondary level, where our high school teachers, for instance, conducted a total of 1,210 conferences over a two-day period. Q. I’ve noticed sometimes there are survey forms available for parents to fill out at these conferences. Does the school consider what the parents have to say on these surveys? A. Absolutely. Results are compiled, reviewed by building staff, and reported to parents in the newsletters. Building staffs consider areas that parents are pleased with, as well as areas that appear to be of concern. Q. What types of things do you learn from the surveys? A. One common question relates to how well the school communicates with the home Parents, for the most part, report they are satisfied with all aspects ot com mu met ion, be it school to home, teachers to parents, or teacher to student Another very important item to us is that a high percentage of parents have indicated they feel good about coming to school and feel welcome at school. In addition, most parents who responded to our survey feel their opinions are listened to and their input is valued. Q. What about the kids? Does anyone ever ask what they think9 A. Caledonia High School asked their graduating seniors last year a series of questions on their high school experience All but one of the seniors agreed or strongly agreed that the teachers are well prepared for class. All but five of the seniors surveyed reported teachers care about students as individuals. An overwhelming majority agreed or strongly agreed that the classroom atmosphere at the high school was very conducive to learning. If you have questions about this subject, or have a concern you would like to see addressed in this column, please either call the Caledonia Community Schools Administrative Office at (616) 891-8185 or write to Superintendent Douglas Busman at P.O. Box 128, Caledonia, Ml 49316. FASHION EYEWEAR i Christmas Gifts i i SEE WHAT’S NEW IN FRAMES! i I Richard J. Choryan, O.D. I DOCTOR OF OPTOMETRY 133 E Man St . Caledonia, Ml 891-9224 * Gingher Shears Pillow Tops Stuffed Animals Christmas Stockings Aprons ★ Gift Certificates Flannel for Everything 60” wide Christmas Prints for Tablecloths 1 ** I* 1* i * t* I i 1 1 I SATURDAY, DEC. 3 Sew ing Machine Demo by Mr, «l. Hutst Cleaners Pick Up Station MR J SEWING MACHINE REPAIR 218 E State St., Hastings Ph. 945-9673 ©r * I I I �The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml I November 22. 1994 / Page 3 Storm water runoff a problem in 19.9 acre district Caledonia Twp. moves forward on Keiser Park Drain project bv Barbara Oail ' Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Board agreed last week to petition Kent County to con­ struct a new drain to alleviate water runoff problems in a 20-acre area on the west side of Campau Lake. Beginning behind the Nighthawk Restaurant and running cast, the new pipe would drain an area that in­ cludes Huston Avenue, Beaver Street and Acorn Street The purpose of the new drain would be to channel storm runoff into the lake, rather than allowing it to flood property holders' homes and yards in what is known as the Keiser Park Plat The decision to move ahead on the project came after an informational public hearing in which Township Engineer Randy Wilcox and Attorney Jim White explained the pro­ posed dram to the residents who would be included m the new service district Wilcox said that his com­ pany made its study and recommendation after residents asked the township to look into the drainage pro­ blems in that area, where there has been periodic flooding and resultant proper­ ty damage He said that the estimated cost of constructing the enclosed drain was $42,500. but added that if it proceeds with the project, the township will apply for a $20,000 Com­ munity Development Block Gram that would cover almost 50 percent of the cost. He explained that according to the procedures outlined in the state drain code, the township would file a formal petition with the County Drain Commission, asking that the improvement be constructed. If it agrees to the proposal, the county then would handle the work, assessing the township for the cost. The township, in turn, would recoup its costs by assessing those property owners benefitting from the improvement Wilcox said he estimated that residents in the special district would pay about $1,300 per acre, which means that many of the residential property owners would pay about $150 as their share, while larger parcel owners would pay $1,000 or more. Residents voiced varying reactions to the proposal Mary Hofstra said she was afraid the new pipe actually would worsen the storm water problem on her property Mike Nemecek said a solu­ tion was needed to the pro­ blem. but he believed that the excess water runoff came from the construction of self storage buildings on Whitneyville Road He claimed that the buildings and the paved areas around them were not con­ structed with the proper drainage to handle the runoff. and the water instead flowed down to the neighbors’ lands. “The township and the developer have not taken care of the problem, and now they are shifting the responsibility to me and the other property owners.” he said. He said that the people east of the storage buildings should not have to pay to remedy the problem caused by the storage buildings, especially when the owner is making a profit from them. Gary Burd, who originally asked the township to look in­ to the water problem, agreed with Nemecek. stating that he didn't think he should have to pay for the water that came from other people's land Commissioner Steve Gould suggested that the storage building development pay a greater percentage of the cost of the drain than the homeowners' per-acre assessment. Attorney White said that paved and developed areas could be considered in setting the assessments. He also pointed out that the assessments could be paid off over a period of several years. With some consensus seem­ ingly reached on the issue, the Township Board voted unanimously to petition the county to establish and con­ struct the dram. TK NEWS Myths about our schools persist... By Jay S. Cason, Superintendent It surprises me that the notion of poor schools dragging down the American economy continues to persist Seldom does a week go by without the plight of American education being mentioned in connection with the economy. During the mos recent political campaign, many candidates orated about the need to "fix’* our schools. I am not about to suggest that our schools are without pro­ blems. Our society has problems and our schoosl reflect our society. However, it is disheartening that many of the recent improvements in our schools do not receive the media and political attention improvement over the past few years and in a recent study of reading achievement. American 9-year-olds finished second inthe world among students from 31 nations. The following is an excerpt from an article written recently by Sylvia Nasar in the business section of the New York Times, titled “The American Economy, Back on Top:” "A3 percent economic growth rate, a gain of two million jobs in the past year, and an inflation rate reminisicent of the 1960s make America the envy of the industrialized world. The amount the average American worker can produce, already the highest in the world, is growing faster than in other wealthy countries, including Japan. The United States has become the world’s low-cost provider of many sophisticated products and services, from plastics to software to financial services. "For the most part, these advantages will continue even after countries like Japan and Germany snap out of their reces­ sions. It is the United States, not Japan, that is the master of the next generation of commercially important computer and com­ munications technologies and also of leading-edge services from medicine to movie making.” T.R. Reid, Washington Post foreign correspondent, filed a report from Tokyo noting that Japanese business was learning from American again. Even Fortune magazine stated. “For all the criticism of U.S. education, youngsters enter the work force far better equipped than today’s mature workers.” If the schools are still awful, how on earth did the economy manage such a miraculous turnaround? Did our schools play no part in this? :VCR Repair ** * * * * VCR Cleaning s15 FREE Estimates Fast Service Convenient Hours ♦ * * 114 Maple St. Delton, Ml. 616-623-5777 4695 M-37 Middleville. Ml. 616-795-2225 Hours: Sunday thru Thursday 11 am to 9 p m Friday & Saturday 11 a.m to 10 p.m INTRODUCING THE 18 MONTH STEP-UP CD competitive rate. Then,every three months, your rate is guaranteed to increase as shown in the chart. So hurry in today. An offer this good may not be around long! Hastings City Bank is proud to offer the CD that is guaranteed to rise. 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I have been busy trying to get my materials ready for the Lions Club meeting on Wednesday, telling all about my stay at Leader Dog Schoo) for four weeks It was so wonderful of them to sponsor me and I had such a wonderful time Then J am trying to get the memorial collection of my mom’s life done, with my sister's help. I finally have ail the pictures from her now. Between exercising Houston and my exercises every morning, my life is wonderfully full. Due to Johnny's wonderful help, my life is very satisfying How blessed I am to be married to him. God bless him. I am so fotunate God is so good to me. My cousin. Vivian Bar­ naby, died, which was a bless­ ing She had a long painful decline All her family were so wonderful It was so good to meet so many people at the dinner. Members of the fami­ ly came over to say hi. tell me who they were, and how they ’***"*’<*"* A Living Church — Serving a Living Lord SUNDAY...... 9:45a.m., 11:00a.m. 4 6 00p m. KH WEDNESDAY..............Family Night - 6 30 p m. Hl 7240 68th Street, SE Caledonia 2 miler east of M-37 Pastor, Rev Brian F. Harrison Youth Pastor. Darrel L. Schrock H CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN g REFORMED CHURCH gl "A church with a caring heart for our m3 B EB P community and the world" Sunday Services....... 9:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. M-37 at 100th St., Caledonia, Ml Church Office: (616) 891-1512 Rev. Gerald Van Oyen Wrt Al Tiemeyer Community Calling CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY H CATHOLIC CHURCH Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Rev. James Cusack J* Phone 891-9259 P| Saturday Evening Mass...................... 5:00 p.m. KM Sunday Mass 9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. E KETTLE LAKE H INDEPENDENT REFORMED Prockummg the Historic Reformed Faith. H Services at 9:30 a m. M and 6:00 p.m. B Worshipping at Kettle Lake School M on Whitneyville Road H_____ South of 68th Street___________ CALEDONIA S UNITED METHODIST H n H FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville Bruce N. Stewart, Pastor Lee Taylor, Assistant Pastor You're Invited! Experience the Christmas story through music and drama while enjoying hot cocoa and homemade cookies around festively decorated tables! Come and celebrate together God s gift of |esus Christ! Community Christmas festfval featuring the musical — Friday, Dec. 2 - 7:00 pm SMurd*>. Dec. 3 - 700 pm Gift of a Lifetime Sunday. Dec. 4 - 6.00 pm The event will be held at the Dutton Christian Middle School, on Hanna Lake Avenue, just north of 08th St Redeemer Covenant welcomes you to worship at the DCMS each Sunday M 930 am LAKESIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH CHRISTIAN REFORMED 6201 Whitneyville Avenue Sun. Morning Worship........... 10:30 a.m. Sunday School..............................................*45a.m. Sunday School...........................9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service......11:00 a.m. Evening Service........................ 6:00 p.m. Sunday Evening Service 6:00p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer 6.45p.m. Word of Life Chibs....................................... 6:45p.m. Rev. Bernard Mulder, Pastor 868-6306 1 WELCOME TO Gunn United Brethren Church Kalamazoo Avenue at 92nd Street Caledonia. hUhigan “Tjj Telephone 694-8252 ’ IB! -Ml ~L-jQi Pastor Mark Beers Pastor Scott Taylor Reaching People With Christ 8:30 am to 9:30 am — First Worship Service 9:30 am to 9:45 am — Coffee Fellowship 9:45 am to 10:45 am — Sunday School 10:45 am to 11 00 am — Coffee Fellowship 11.00 am to 12:00 — Second Worship Service Nurseri and duldren's Church util be provided during both services. •Set an example In speech, in ate, m tove, in faith and tn purity.’ 1 Timothy 4 12 dJHost Knsaru Traditional Roman Catholic Latin Mass Rev. Fr. Frandsco Radecki, CMRI 314 E. Main, Middleville Phone: 795-9030 Sacred Heart Devotions Sunday Mass: 4:00 P.M. Confessions and Rosary: 20 Minutes before Mass WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 8546 Whitneyville Ave at 84lh St. •891-8661 "The Church where ev&ytody b somebody ...and Jesus Christ is Lord" Sunday School..................................... 930 a.m. Sunday Morreng Worship................ —10 30 am. Sunday Evening Wonrip...................... 600 p.m. Wed Mudweett Prayer A Boe Shady...... 700 p.m. MtamDotxn Pastor Steve xxxor YoufiAatr “God Cares for You” Cornerstone Wesleyan Church Church School................................. 9:30a.m Meeting at the Comer of Choir Practice.................................... 9:30a.m. Worship Service............................. 10:30a.m. Wood School Rd. and Wing Rd. Services — 250 Vine Street Sunday School ........ 1000 am. Church Office — 891-8669 Morning Worship...................... 1100 am. Parsonage — 891-8167 Evening Worship...... .................. 6 00 p.m. I Pastor Jeffrey Let Phone 795-7076 Rev. Bobby Dale Whitlock I will be glad when deer hunting is over. I don't feel comfortable using our own land because some stray shot from a hunter could hit Houston or me. Houston is strictly a city dog. The strong wind makes him very ner­ vous. He almost led me into the electric fence. If I hadn't been able to see the white rang on the fence. I would have given both of us a good tickl­ ing shock. My trainer. Greg, said it would take a good year to get him familiar with country life, he was thoroughly trained as a city dog, so I must be more patient with him. Will close for now. Love all of you folks. Have a good week. LOCAL CHURCH I DIRECTORY ALASKA H BAPTIST CHURCH B M and their families were doing. I wish that my sister. Lyda. could have been there to visit with all of them also 1 only got a hold of a few of you folks I was wound up and was my usual “talking machine. " talking with only one person for a hour and a half Next week is Thanksgiving. We're having Ted’s family here for Thanksgiving and the weekend. So our routine of lazy living will be moved up to a very hectic time and a busy family time. Have a very wonderful Thanksgiving, all of you, after next week. I will try to get all of you and visit with you and get any news that you might have. LEIGHTON UNITED METHODIST Peace Reformed Church q Barner Free • M-37 between ( aledonia A Middleville P Located in Leighton Township Sunday Worship Services...... 8:30 or 11:00,6:00 ES Comer of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Children's Churvh/Youlh Worship during nxwning icrvice*. HU Sunday Morning Worship Q (Interpreted for hearing impaired).................... 9:30a.m. Ciriwiy St puppet ministry fix K 4th during evening service* Sunday School................................................ 11:10a.m. Sunday School.................................... 9:45-10:45 Sunday Evening Service..................................... 6:30p.m. Wednesday Night “Family Night”...... 6:45-8:15 K Pioneer Qub (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday................. 6:30 p.m. Includes Adventure Qub. Chon far Children «nd Adults High Prayer Meeting - Wednesday...................... 7:00 p.m. School Youth Group «nd Adult (laues Youth Fellowship - Sunday....................... 5:00 p.m. For information call: RAY TOWNSEND. Pastor Qni qaoQ TIM DOU8LESTEIN. Youth Director 09 1-oUZo Bri 891-8119 MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED St. Paul Lutheran Kraft Ave & 84th St., Caledonia, Mi (Missouri Synod) "Be devoted to one another in brotherly love." Rom. 12:10 708 West Main Street First Service....................................... 8 30 a.m. Morning Worship Service..................... 10:00am Sunday School............................. 9 45 a m Sunday School........................................ 11:15a.m.(Fellowship Coffee 9:45 am to 10:00 a m.) Evening Worship Service......................... 6:00p.m.Bible Classes....................................10 00a.m. Second Senrice............................... 11 00 a m. YOU ARE INVITED (All Services have a Nursery available) Rev. Robert Gerke Rev Roger Timmerman, Pastor 795-3667 Office: 891-8688 Church: 891-9878 MIDDLEVILLE and PARMELEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Rev. Lynn Wagner — 795-3798 Rev. Carroll Fowler — 765-5316 Church Office Phone — 795-9266 (Hl{r (Did 3Jimr r!I]odi»l (Hlpirch 5590 Whitneyville Ave , S.E. Alto, Michigan 49302 Sunday School.................... 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship............... 11:00 a.m. 4 Royle Bailard, Pastor — 868-6437 — 12200 Chief Nexmday Road (al Gun lake) Wayland. Michigan 4934M • 795 7903 Barrvr Free / Pvogranu for All Ages Sunday Wonhip 1000 am Sunday School 1115 am Wednesday __L.—'1*» Famdv Night' nrd i. II 6 00 p m jaBBC i Jk- SUxiSBBs! jg qg g K n H H mLal, 1 M B 5 Sjj M S 3 g The Reorganized CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST B of Latter Day Saints 8146 68th St near Whitneyville Ave. Church School. Evening Worship...................6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting/ Children's Classes.......... 7:00 p.m. S Eg GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 8 111 Church Street Parmelee Morning Worship........... 9:30 a m. Middleville Sunday School............ 9 45 am Middleville Worship...................... 11 00 a m D S <>. M Suad*>........... 9:45• “ w Morning Worship... 11 00 a m. |n Evening Worship 6 00pm K Wed Fellowship..... 7:30p.m. Bl (m homes or church) call m Pastor Robert Loesch 698-6027 | S �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / November 22. 1994 I Page 5 • by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Thornapple Kellogg sophomore Ty Myers would agree that "Space is Special." Ty was one of 20 students chosen for a special team from the Grand Rapids area who had the chance to attend Space Camp in Huntsville, Ala., earlier this year. The special pan comes in because each of the students on (he team were learning disabled (LD) and Space Camp has mainly catered to gifted and talented students. In Ty’s case, he has dyslex­ ia, a disorder that causes a person to invert or reverse numbers and letters Ty fights this disability dai­ ly in his regular classwork. However. Space Camp gave Ty an extra boost in his confidence when his team finished second in competition with eight gifted and talented teams This group of students over­ came their disabilities by get­ ting together ahead of time and learning a lot of the basics, according to Ty. Mike Kersjes. an LD teacher at Forest Hills Nor­ thern. along with teacher Robin McKinney, brought the kids together every Saturday for 12 weeks Kersjes was responsible for getting the Space Camp to allow a team of "special" students into the program. This was the second time he coached a group "We studied definitions and acronyms that we would have to know at Space Camp.' ’ said Ty The students had homework and quizzes to help them along. "The study ahead of time really made a big difference.” said Ty. “Meeting new people and making friends was great," he said. “After a few weeks of studying together, we started to feel like a team.” That was an advantage for the team that Ty was on because when they started to work on their projects at camp, they knew who was strong in what areas. Ty said that the day at camp started at about 6 a.m. and many times went until after 10 p.m. Thornapple Kellogg sophomore Ty Myers displays awards and pictures from Space Camp while he models his Space Camp suit complete with badges and wings. Each of the teams was re­ quired to build, test and operate a Moon Lunar Base for space exploration. When their projects were rated, the team missed first place by just one point. “It felt great getting second place,” Ty said, “kind of like grading a test in class and do­ ing well.” For their efforts, each of the students was awarded Level I Redeemer Covenant plans “Season of Light” festival This holiday season, the Redeemer Covenant family will have its annual “Season of Light” Community Christmas Festival. On each of three evenings — Friday. Dec. 2, 7 p.m.; Saturday. Dec. 3, 7 p.m.; and Sunday. Dec. 4, 6 p.m. — the Redeemer Covenant Choir and Drama Ministry will pre­ sent the musical. “Gift of a Lifetime.” The event will — HOME OF THE WEEK — 111621. HASTINGS NEW LISTING - Three bedroom. 2 story w/1.5 baths formal dining, basement garage plus Home Warranty newer fumoce & roof Must see to appreciate Coll Lil Belson 795 9849 MH UM MODLEVUI SCHOOLS Check these listings! Lovely 2 M 2 bath 1991 Redman large kit cathedral 60821. 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And. as far as Ty is con­ cerned. “Space Camp helped me out a lot. I can look at this and say that I can do that. “Camp taught me self­ discipline. too.” Ty and some of his team­ mates had such a gixxi time they are checking into the possibility of going again next year. 681-2834* © take place at the Dutton Chris­ tian Middle School, on Hanna Lake Avenue just north of 68th Street. The community is invited to come and experience through drama and music Jesus as Gift, as well as the Giver of the gift. Gather with friends and family around festively decorated tables, while enjoy­ ing home-baked cookies, hot cocoa and coffee Seating is limited. Call 698-8001 to reserve free tickets, or for more informa­ tion about the Christmas Festival. A nursery will be available each evening for children birth through age 3. The Middleville seventh grade football team completed its season of league play at the SKRA Fields in Wyoming with a victory over previously-unbeaten Godwin. 27-6, Novvember 5th. The rainy weather and mud dy field conditions were tough on both teams but the Young Trojans made the most of a bad situation by causing seven Godwin fumbles while not turning the ball. Godwin received the open­ ing kickoff, but was unable to move the ball. Failing on a fourth and 10. the ball went over on downs to Middleville on the Godwin 20. The Tro­ jans scored six plays later on a four-yard run by Ryan Mar­ tin. The extra point was run in by Mike Smith Godwin sustained one drive late in the second which brought them to the Mid­ dleville one yard line. But on four downs, the Young Tro­ jans defense stopped the Wolverines with 1:31 left un­ til half. Middleville received the se­ cond half kickoff, but were forced to punt Godwin's D'Andre Cobb took the punt on the 25 and ran 75 yards for the only Godwin score of the afternoon. The offensive lineup in the second half had a new look for the Trojans, the power 1. with running backs Smith, Martin and Zack Truer. The offen­ sive line also went through a few changes resulting in a line consisting of Zack Keysor, Israel Rosales. Marc Carter. Ben Lucas, Nick Seamon. Tom Haynes and Mike Nichols. This new offensive alignment drove Godwin off the ball over the course of the third period. The Trojans wore down the Wolverines and were able to get great line surge and dominate the line of scrimmage. The running backs. Smith. Martin, Truer and Nate Price, along with quarterback Dan 7^ J/ok Happy 60s plan to celebrate 30th year The Caledonia Happy 60s Club will mark its 30th an­ niversary with a noon potluck and party on Monday. Dec. 5. “We hope everyone will turn out for our celebration," said Blanche Snyder of the Happy 60s She said that besides the traditional potluck lunch at the Community Education Building, the group will enjoy anniversary cake and a special program to celebrate the occasion Those attending should br­ ing their own table senice and a dish to share Anyone with questions about the Happy 60s or about the party should call 698-6335. . Kiel, had room to run through the Godwin defense the entire aftermxm The Trojans began to pull away when quarter back Kiel took the hall on a sneak for the second scored of the afternoon. Two more touchdowns, one by Kiel and Martin, plus extra points by Smith and Martin, ended the scoring. The defense e standouts were Carter. Rosales. Truer. Ben Lucas. Dan Warner. Dusty Moma. and Peter Baker, according to the coaches Fumble recoveries were made by Nick Seamon, Dusty Moma and Dusty Atkinson The team received their trophies at a special ceremony held al Wyoming Park High School. Saturday. Nov 12th The winners trophy will be on display at the TK Middle School The team was led by heach coach L c R o y Doyle, assistants Marc Carter. Sr and Gary Warner JUDY HARRISON COUNTY COMMISSIONER “My sincere appreciation for your vote of confidence on the November 8 election. I will continue to do my very best to provide honest, thoughtful, representation on the County Board.” • Paid For By Committee To Elect Judy Harrison • �Page 6 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I November 22, 1994 ‘Cabaret night at Pagano’s’ a sellout Caledonia Community Players hold dinner theatre in Caledonia by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Being entertained while you dine is not new to the world of entertainment, nor is it new to the world of fine dining The Caledonia Community demonstrated to their home town just why entertainment and good food have been a popular combination for years as they produced Cabaret Night at Paganos” Nov. 10. II and 12. The musical revue at Joe and Julie Pagano’s Cherry Valley Avenue restaurant was a sellout all three nights, with patrons snatching up the $1 tickets nearly as soon as they went on sale, said CCP secretary Angie Ranalli. The idea for a dinner theater Carol Meehan, the production director for the Caledonia Community Players' Cabaret Night at / Pagano’s,' appeared in tux and whiteface to host the evening's entertainment. originated with CCP member Carol Meehan, said Joe Pagano. “I wish I had thought of it myself, but she threu the idea at me. and I thought it sound­ ed great if they could fit it in. ” he said “I just said. ’Go with it,’ and they did the rest.” The restaurant * as closed to the public on cabaret nights, with ticket-holding guests ordering their meals from Pagano s regular menu. They then enjoyed both food and song as the Players staged 22 numbers in the west end of the dining room. Meehan, "who wrote every word that was not as a song. ” With bow in hand and garbed appropriately in a pink tutu, larry Stauffer as Cupid seems to have missed his target and struck the singing duo of Fred Boncher and Tanya Patten in the head instead of the heart. I The Caledonia Community Players pose for a curtain call photo after their final performance of their dinner theater production 'Cabaret Night at Paganos. Classic Carpet Care Reasonable • Prompt • Professional (Free Estimates) Dry Cleaning • Extraction Residential • Commercial Upholstery Personally owned and Operated In Business 10 Years Doug DeKruyter Call Today: (616) 891-7231 was the production director, and, made up in whiteface and costumed in white tux coat, red-and-white striped shirt and bowler hat, acted as the official host. The production was divided into five acts with three of those featuring a number of Broadway favorites, such as ’Matchmaker.” “I’ve Grown Accustomed to Her Face.” and. as the finale, "Cabaret.” IVE7?E NEARLY FULL!!! Don’t Wait, Call Now For Details 1LLAGE COMMUNITY 1-800-945-5871 Assisting Meehan in the production was Ranalli, Musical Director Ed Dublis and Staging and Technical Advisor Larry Ferguson. Tom Kaechele designed the lighting and sound. The Caledonia Community Players were formed in 1992 as a non-profit organization with the goal of providing an opportunity for area adults and children to participate in theater. The group welcomes both performers and those who want to work behind the scenes, said Ranalli. "We have something for everyone, whether they want to sing, act, work on costumes or lights or direct,” she said. CCP presented its first fulllength play in June, perform­ ed a Broadway revue during the Fourth of July festivities and now is planning a schedule of new pnxluctions for next year. So far, another dinner theater production is planned for April, this one to be held at Sam’s Joint in Alaska. The group also has scheduled a play in August to be perform ed al the high school Perform ing Arts Center. Membership in the Players costs $10. but children under 18 who join with a parent or guardian pay only $5. 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Holiday traditions are changing families Changes in the family can be difficult at holiday times The change may be the loss of a family member through death, divorce or geographical distance. There may be a change in the abilities of a family member. Families also change because of the addition of family members through birth of adoption of children or through merging of step­ families. What can you do as you prepare for the holidays? • First, be aware of per­ sons who lost loved ones dur ing the past year. This will be their first Hanukkah, Christmas or Kwanzaa without that special person. Be aware of losses in holiday traditions because of the loss of a job or the loss of a cherished home or community 55 Or Older? We’ve Reduced The Cost Of Homeowners Insurance 30°/o! due to a move. Acknowledge these losses Do n<X stifle sadness or disappointment • Discuss in advance with all family members — in­ eluding children — what is important to them If you're spending your first holiday with a partner's family, you may experience a loss of your own traditions. Being prepared for differences can help you avoid feeling lost or sounding critical of the other family's traditions. • If you have children, spend some one-on-one time with each child. It’s not just a saying that the best gift you can give your child is your time. For separated parents, don’t play tug-of-war with the kids by trying to outspend each other on gifts. Parents who treat each other with courtesy give a great gift. A parent with physical custody may feel overwhelmed by all the demands. A parent who does not see the child may be anxious. A parent's new part­ ner may feel uncertain about Call: 795-3302 or 891-8208 and figurines. 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Fans and collectibles alike will be fascinated with the holiday release of ’'Disneyana'* (Hyperion; $40). anew hardcover book that takes its readers back into the nostalgic era of five-anddimes and lunch counters to view the blossoming Disneyinspired memorabilia that would parallel the success of animated films and become a cultural phenomenon. Authors Robert Heide and John Gilman, who have both written several books on col­ lecting and pop culture, ex­ plore the appeal of these treasured objects inspired by Mickey and friends. When the Disneyana explo­ sion peaked from 1928 to 1958, it consequently uplifted his or her role. Discuss rela­ tionships and traditions ahead of time. • Deal with changes by creating new traditions that blend the old and new or com­ bine rituals of two families. This can be done by balancing the styles and heritages — symbols, aroma, words, music and foods. Sharing memories through pictures and “remember when” stones can heal wounds, ease tension and bnng joy You can help share family gather­ ings by video or audiocaping gatherings There are many options for dealing with holidays in changing families. Don't be afraid to talk to all family members and feel free to create and blend your own traditions You can also The nationally recognized Old Kent credit card is about to reach new heights. Starting soon, spend a dollar and earn a mile on any airline, with no blackout dates! Apply for your Old Kent credit card today— you've got to have our card to fly! Boarding instructions coming soon! (XOLDK^MT Common Sense uncommon Serve** BINGO American LepeaPost / 305 9548 Oerry VaUey. Caledon** • THURSDAY • Early Bird - 6:30 PM SOME RESTRCTKXS WAY APPLY • OLD KENT SAMCIM*. �Page 8 I The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / November 22. 1994 ‘Heavenly’ experience gives long-lasting lesson Each stop on the planet walk was marked with helium balloons. Fifth groders in Brod Warren's class listen as one of the workshop instructors at the Baldwin Observatory talks to them about light. by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Fifth-graders in the Thor­ napple Kellogg schools recently had an “out of this world" lesson and students still are talking about it mon­ ths later. This lesson provided students in the class of Brad Warren with some “handson-physics" and a link to their solar system unit in class. Warren’s class was one of the few groups pnviledged to take a guided tour of the new Baldwin Observatory at Aquinas College when it opened in late September Only five classes in the • West Michigan area were in­ vited to take part. Warren, who is an Aquinas graduate and his mother teaches at the college, started checking into this opening program last year to see if his class could be one of the chosen. “My kids were thrilled just to be going to a college cam­ pus," Warren said. Many of the college staff and even the president of the school came out to greet the children when they arrived on campus. Their day was well planned, alternating various activities with different science labs taught by some of the college students. "The kids were the most impressed by the size and power of the telescope, and they love anything that has to do with computers," Warren said They visited the domed observatory and had the chance to ask questions about the equipment. Then they went to a large room directly under the scope that contained a big computer with monitors showing exact- RACHEL’S * Christmas Trees • Scotch Pine Blue Spruce • Doughs Fir C_.r~™EE _' I Fresh Cut I Excellent'I Greens I ... !I ..with i. . with Quality I Tree Purchase ’ Located in Front of Next to Gavm Chew MIDDLEVILLE HOURS Weekdays bl 8; Sat 9-9 pm; Sun 12-7 p m • TREES FROM 2-14 FT. • ly what was being seen through the telescope. Again students could ask questions and they were shown how the computer could find and pinpoint any of the heavenly bodies that it was asked to find With the proper modem, the image on the computer could be sent right into the classroom back at the school. The kids also were impress­ ed with the laser show they got in one of the labs. "They were bending lasers and bouncing them all over the room , ’ ’ Warren explained. Fortunately for the kids, the weather was nice One of their learning ex­ periences involved a planet walk. The course started at an eight-inch ball, which represented the sun. Along the 1 ‘/i-mile course, each of the planets was placed with the balls at the com­ parable distance from the sun. The Earth was the size of a peppercorn, Jupiter was walnut-sized, and Pluto was just a pin-point. "The kids really got to see the vastness of space," said Warren. "Even as an adult. I have trouble grasping the concept." His students have even talk­ ed about setting up a shorter, scale-version of the planet walk for the school "They keep finding that things they learned at the observatory come up in other things they’re doing," War­ ren said. "It took the lessons right out of the textbooks and put them into their hands. " KEVIN MEATON SELLS A LOT OF REAL ESTATE A LOT OF REAL ESTATE A LOT OF REAL ESTATE KEVIN MEATON, cm, CRS BA: Marketing. MSU “If you want a hard charger working for you, call today for a free market analysis." RF/VIKK Yankee Pride 12716 Chief Noonday Road Wayland, Michigan 49348 -n_ | l=l Office: (800) 241-5253 , Residence: (616) 792-9105 | Fax: (616) 792-2150 The Page students got a close-up look at the telescope in the newly-opened Baldwin Observatory at Aquinas College. The kids had lots of questions about the Baldwin Observatory telescope. Holiday workshop set in Caledonia A holiday workshop bazaar will be held at Caledonia Elementary School, Duncan Lake Road. Saturday. Dec. 3, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The workshop is provided for elementary age kids and is designed to enable them to make Christmas gifts for lov­ ed ones at a price they can af­ ford. Most items run 25 to 50 cents Limits are only as supplies last. Parents and children can enjoy the whole day. Refreshments are available and the gymnasium will be filled with a craft sale. For more mformatio, call 891-2140. Since you’re in agriculture you can cover all your assets under one policy and save time and money. Do you have a boat? Do you have a snowmobile? Do you have a mobile home? Are you involved in incidental business pursuits? Do you need separate policies? Not when you’re covered by... Pioneer State Mutual Specialists in Agricultural Insurance Call us for details... Your local independent insurance agency Phone 795-3345 for Sun & News Action-Ads! 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PIG raised about $25,000, which was us­ ed to purchase the new equipment “We couldn’t have done it without the support of the en­ tire community, including area businesses." Brinks said She explained that the original goal was to raise $75,000 But when the school district kicked in and covered installa­ tion of the new equipment, renovation of existing pieces, and the adding of pea gravel bedding around the play New playground equipment bought by P.I.G. like this car. circus wagon, and big tires is almost always busy with West Elementary students. McFall students really appreciate the new slide on the playground. This is just one of the pieces of equip­ ment that was purchased by the Playground Improve­ ment Group. J areas, it wasn’t necessary for PIG to raise that much money. ‘We budgeted the playground improvements over two years.” said Business Manager Alice Jansma “Every penny spent on the playgrounds was money well spent so that we would have safe places for our kids to play. ’' PIG determined what equip­ ment would be purchased for each school’s playground. ‘‘Obviously. McFall already had quite a bit ot equipment, so we didn’t buy as much for them. West had a little more equipment, whereas Page didn’t have much at all. ” Brinks said PIG brought four sand dig­ gers. a wave slide, and several big tires for the McFall playground. West also received several big tires, a car and a stagecoach, two swing sets and two slides At Page. PIG bought two tether ball poles and equip­ ment. climbing bars, a slide, a swing set, a large Jungle Jim and a cat walk bar. The district’s maintenance crew took care of all of the in­ stallation, being sure to in­ tegrate the new equipment with that already in place For example, at Page, there was a fitness challenge course already on the school grounds. Dan and Francy Tobin donated that in 1990 in the memory of their son. John Ben. who was killed in an automobile accident. The new equipment just adds to the pieces of the fitness challenge. Layers of sand with a thick layer of pea gravel also was added in each play area According to Jansma. that is one of the safest ground coverings to use under playground equipment. "This whole project was worth it.” said Brinks, "and I'd say PIG was a success. "Now, our playgrounds are full!" New Design Full Service Family Hair Styling Salon NEW! Casualwear & Sportswear NEW, 4 TANNERS: 2 Booths & 2 Deluxe Beds — OPEN — T<Mfav WnkwJ., a • K> «. i»% sink* crrutN twtufl Caledonia Village Confer (M 37) • 891-9257 As Always. Walk-ins Are IVe/cornr I’m thankful for Mom’s recipe. But even more thankful for Lifeline ! J f When her first family Thanksgiving came around, my mother asked her A Community Advent Ser­ friends for a recipe to stuff vice will be held at Caledonia High School Auditorium Sun­ the turkey. day, Nov. 27, at 7:30 p.m. The evening will include She thought it was singing and praise centered kind of boring, so she added around the birth of our Lord. And they don’t quit Signing for the hearing im­ a few things. Like sausage. until they know she’s paired will be available. In leiu of an offering, it is Page students really like to take advantage of their And grated Parmesan taken care of. asked that each person bring a new equipment like the tether ball poles and big cheese. And parsley. canned good, which will be jungle jim. The pea gravel that was put under all of So that’s what I’m given to the Caledonia Food the new equipment provides a good base. Bank Now I make the thankful for on Thanks­ Thanksgiving turkey with giving... Lifeline. Mom’s recipe, and so does And my mother's Shopping made easy... my daughter. turkey stuffing. Mom still lives alone, and, for Any Senice in Any $$ Amount GIFT sure, 1 worry about her. CERTIFICATES LIFELINE' ASK ABOUT OUR GIFT PACKAGES Like the time she painted a I------------------------------------1 side table and I asked her Give a gift of any of our services... where she got the paint. She I PENNOCK HOSPITAL j • Men's, Women’s & Children’s Hair Design, Perms. didn’t want to admit she Color, Hi-Lite Dawn L. Yager • Paraffin Hand Dip • Facial Waxing • Manicures & A went down to the basement! Director Volunteers Mini Manicures • Nail Extension • Pedicures and Mini If she does fall, or has an Lifeline Coordinator Pedicures • Facials • Make-Up • Scalp Massage emergency, she just pushes 948-3109 her Lifeline button. or Mike Huver Lifeline does the rest. If 134 E. MAIN ST.. CALEDONIA Educational Director I she doesn’t answer, they call i 891-1591 I 945-3451 Ext. 422 I Opes Mon Fn 9-9 and Sar 9-2 • a list she gave them. I_______________________ I Community Advent service is Nov. 27 �Page 10 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / November 22. 1994 I AMS* New Caledonia business devoted to pets; planning open house bv Barbara Gall Staff Writer If you get “ticked off” at having to drive miles from home to get quality supplies for ybur pet, collar your frustration. The Pet Place now is open in the Caledonia Village Cen­ tre. just for animal lovers like you, and just in time for the official beginning of the Christmas shopping season. The new business, located next to the Rite Aid Drug Store in the Village Centre. will be holding its grand open­ ing this week, beginning Fri­ day. Nov. 25 and running through Sunday. Nov. 27. Hours during the grand opening are from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. After Sunday, hours will be from 10 a m. to 8 p.m. on weekdays, from 10 a m. to 6 p.m. on Saturdays and. during the holiday season only, from noon to 6 p.m. on Sundays. Tom Shane of Caledonia and Sherry Marsman of Alto co-own the new store, and as Sherry Marsman coaxes a response from Shelly, a green wing macaw who is one of the exotic birds Featured at The Pet Place. pet owners themselves they understand how inconvenient it is to drive miles from home for pet supplies Shane, who operates the Hidden Lake Kennels south of Caledonia, said that after hearing his customers talk about the need for a pet shop in Caledonia, “it seemed like a natural progression to open such a store.” Marsman was the dog groomer at Hidden Lake, but her grooming services now have been relocated to The Pet Place. Besides dog grooming, the business offers all kinds of dog. cat and tropical fish sup­ plies. including lams Science Diet faxxi for dogs and cats, leashes, collars, toys, pet travel cages, beds and cedar chip bed fillers. The store also sells tropical fish, aquariums and aquarium supplies. Some small animals, such as hamsters, guinea pigs, igauanas and mice will be sold at the store, but Shane and Marsman said they will not be handling puppies and kittens. The Pet Place does feature exotic birds and their sup­ plies. and customers can say hello to a gorgeous young green wing macaw, some cockatoos and love birds, all of which have been handraised and hand-fed, Marsman said “We could order other specific small animals for customers, depending on their availability,” she added. Grooming services for all breeds will be available Mon- A Harvest ; of Homes and a True Value! 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From big chewy bones to little chewing animals, The Pet Place, owned by Tom Shane and Sherry Marsman, offers pet lovers all kinds of supplies and services. In addition, Shane said customers now can call or stop at The Pet Place to make boarding reservations for their dogs and cats at the Hidden Lake Kennel. They also can sign up their pet for obedience training classes taught by Shane, a founding member of the Kalamazoo K-9 Corps with 30 years of experience in training dogs He said he’s looking for­ ward to welcoming old and new customers his new business, and hopes pct lovers will stop in to check out the wide variety of goods and ser­ vices The Pct Place offers. “Right now. this is the only store like this between Caledonia and 28th Street,” he commented Anyone with questions about the shop or its services can call during business hours at 891-PETS TK adopts sexual harrassment policy by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The Thomapple Kellogg School Board is working on several state mandated policies that must be in place by the first of the year. A policy on sexual harass­ ment and intimidation was adopted at last Monday’s meeting. It states “It is the policy of this district to maintain a lear­ ning and working environ­ ment that is free from sexual harassment. No student, employee, or board member of this district shall be sub­ jected to any form of sexual harassment or intimidation.” The new policy goes on to define sexual harassment and behaviors that would be con­ sidered as such. Included with the policy are suggestions for handling possible violations properly and legally. “When the board adopts a policy, it does not necessarily adopt the grievance procedures, too,’’ said Superintendent Jay Cason. “That way, if the procedure were to change legally, it can be done at the district without having to redo the policy,” he said. The board also had the first reading on the new weapons policy, another one of those mandated by state and federal law. according to Cason. A first reading also was done on an amendment to the wmien TK negotiations policy that more firmly defines the negotiation on the board s pan — in other business last week, the school board — Publicly expressed ap­ preciation to those who spearheaded the Playground Improvement Group and followed through u nh fundraising and the plans for im prosemenu They are Roni Babitz, Laurie Brinks, and Jerry Nyland. Also thanked was a group of middle school staff members who took quick action when a student got a closed head in­ jury after school. They are Mary Francisco, Mary Scheidel, Sharon Bancroft, Ron Strater and Emily Harrison. — Set a special meeting for 7 p.m. Wednesday. Nov 30. in the Page Elementary Library for the purpose of goals setting — Went into closed session to hear a parent’s complaint about how a student was treated by staff. Cason said there were no allegations of any type of illegal or illicit behavior involved. ASK YOURSELF THESE OUESTIONStt • Are you an at home working Mom? • Are you looking for a way to baby yourself? • Do you want to keep those extra 7 lbs off over the holidays? • Do you feel stressed out after a day at work? • Are you out of breath after climbing 1 flight of stairs? • Would you like to meet more people in the community? • Would you feel better if you lost a few pounds? • Are you over 60 and worried about losing your independence? YES IF YOU ANSWERED TO ANY OF THESE QUESTIONS WE HAVE WHAT YOU’RE LOOKING FORI! Purchase any Membership Package and receive 2nd Membership at... 1/1 Price! Otter good thru Nov 30. 1994 4695 N. MIDDLEVILLE RD. • 795-4319 £3 Just north of th«Mldd’eVifa Inn (behind Of. Showermans) HOUKS: von. Frl. 6 am 9 pm; Sat. 9 am-J pm_ �The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml / November 22, 1994 / Page 11 Peanuts Gang Grocery store caters to ‘little kids’ children assign to the items “You wouldn't believe the price of a dozen eggs. Pat­ terson laughs The baggers learn how to bag the groceries and not put anything delicate where it can be broken The stockers are taught how to put like merchandise together and keep the shelves looking full. Patterson’s class has even invited the other kindergarten classes at McFall to come shop at their store "The other classes can’t wait for our store to open each day so that they can come and shop too.” she said. Kindergartner Mott Dundas concentrates on check­ ing people out at the Peanut Gang Grocery Store at McFall. Classmate Corl Ainsworth waits for his total. by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The Peanuts Gang Grocery store set up in the hall of McFall Elementary is unique. It caters to the kindergart ners of Rockie Patterson’s class and provides a learning experience for the group. The class has been studying about staying healthy and eating the right foods for healthy bodies They also talked about choosing the right foods when they go to the grocery store with their parents That’s how the idea of hav­ ing their own store came up. according to Patterson. Everybody saved empty cartons from cereal, milk, and juice; canned goods, and egg cartons and brought them into the store for stocking the shelves. Patterson decided to use this opportunity to teach the children more than just choos­ ing the right foods. Each day when the store is opened up in the afternoon, the students volunteer to work at the store as a cashier, bag­ ger or stockperson. Everybody gets a turn and those who aren’t working shop for their groceries There is a bank where the children can get play money and they have pretend checkbooks to use at the checkouts when they buy their groceries. They even learned how to write out a check properly. The cashier on duty must call in the check to be sure it is OK The Peanuts Gang Grocery doesn’t take credit cards, said Patterson. One thing that is really in­ teresting is the prices the PETPIRCE MMM Friday, Saturday & Sunday November 25, 26 and 27 Special Sale Items Each Day! <$£> FREE Dog and Cat Food Samples $|> ^Drawings for FREE Merchandise-^ Drawing for free Grooming <£^Drawing for free weekend^ Boarding at Hidden Lake Kennel FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 25 SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 26 Blake Berkimer, a student of Rockie Patterson at McFall, restocks the shelves of the grocery store that the kids created. Your 24 Hour 24 Classified Placement and Information Line —-------------- You can PLACE A CLASSIFIED AD in any of the eight J-Ad Graphics publications seven-days a-week, 24 bours-a-day— t.l Reminder 11 Map*. 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Middleville, Ml I November 22. 1994 Kettle Lake school honors many cultures at annual Heritage Day Two of Kettle Lake's Thanksgiving Indians' get ready to dig into their Thanksgiving feast as the school celebrates its annual Heritage Day. Getting some help with his 20th-century milk carton is Mike Reyna while Megan Sova samples her mashed potatoes. Fourth graders and their parents get a taste of pioneer life as they experience an ox-powered ride provided by the patient Bob.’ by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Pilgrims and Indians become familiar folks right around Thanksgiving, especially in elementary schools. Kettle Lake kindergarteners (his year carried on that tradi lion during the school's an­ nual Heritage Day Thursday, as they donned the Pilgrim hats or Indian headdresses they had made in class However, every culture has its own heritage, as the Kettle Lake students learned during other Heritage Day programs First graders got to meet two native Americans, who provided a glimpse into the past by showing the youngsters all the steps it took to create just the everyday items of life, back when there were no stores nearby. John and Mary Pigeon, who are Pottowatomi-Ottawa In­ dians. not only brought in samples of Indian drums and clothing, but also explained how their forefathers handpeeled the strips from a tree, finished them and then wove them into baskets. The baskets, they told the children, might be used for household needs, or they might be small and special. They showed the students baskets more than 200 years old that are still in use in their families. Mary Pigeon also shared with the students an Indian legend, which was an ex­ planation of how mosquitoes came to be and why they are so unpleasant to have around. Awareness of the Indian heritage was complemented by the students' learning to make other products and crafts taken for granted today, such as butter-making and wheal weaving. A Heritage Day tradition at Kettle Lake is to provide the second graders the experience of riding on an antique wagon drawn by a team of oxen. This year, the ox team which annually visits the school was reduced by half with the death of ‘‘Bill’' last summer, but “Bob” carried on by himself, leaning into his hamesss and once again pull­ ing the children and parents around the school track. The four Caledonia High School exchange students, who hail from Brazil. Spain. Germany and the Netherlands, provided the fifth-graders and their parents a glimpse into still other cultures as they discussed and answered questions about traditions and life in their countries. Parents and students then enjoyed a traditional American Thanksgiving feast of turkey, mashed potatoes. corn, biscuits and pumpkin pie ’Student Ambassadors” from Kettle Lake then carved their ow n niche into history by clearing the tables.. without being asked! $ Credit Problems? Cash $ $ Problems? We can help. $ $ • Refinancing • Home Improvement $ <|> • Debt Consolidation <£ $ $ $ A-0ne Mortgage Corp. $ 3 IO 44th St.. S.W.. Wyoming. Ml 49548 $ 1-800-870-2663 $ The heritage of another land is explained to Kettle Lake students by Caledonia Exchange student Hiroko Inoue of Japan. f OPENING NOVEMBER 25th i | Fair view 1 I Christmas Tree Farm I i c Cut Your Own (Saws Provided) Beautiful Quality • Fair Prices See our $1O00 Section Scotch Pine & Blue Spruce V\ >O Partial Proceeds to Barry County 4-H Tree Shaking & Tree wrapping free W/this Coupon • W/Any Purchase Anytime Jo HOURS: Sunday thru Friday 12 to 5; Saturday 9 to 5 Directions: Across from Barry County Fair Grounds on M-37, between Hastings and Middleville £ 1 TK youth baseball joins YMCA The Thornapple Kellogg Youth Baseball is joining forces with the YMCA for the 1995 program At a meeting held November I5. the following appointments were made Rod Hathaway, chairperson; Sheryl Smith, treasurer and Elizabeth Gromko secretary The next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday. Jan I7. 1995 at 7 p.m . at the Middleville Township Hail All interested parties need to attend since committees will be established All coaches need to turn in all equipment at that time for inventory Anyone having any ques­ tions or concerns should call Rod Hathawav at (6I6) 795-3653 Native American John Pigeon shows Kettle Lake first graders how his father peeled strips from a log to get the materials for weaving a basket. Why Ml spencers rowing? ■ ■ ■ ■ 24 Hour Service Radio Dispatch Fully Insured Flatbed Service ■ ■ ■ ■ Jumpstarts Lock Outs 8 Trucks Available Emergency Tire Repair We bill direct to every insurance agency in Barry County, including: • AAA • ERS • Amoco • Allstate • AARP • Farmers • Montgomery Wards • State Farm • Auto Owners • Cross Country Mfe are on the 911 Emergency Call List SPENCER S TOWINC 795-3369 or 1-800-635-9964 MIDDLEVILLE �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I November 22, 1994 I Page 13 Caledonia Community School. Schoofs Friday, Nov. 25 Thanksgiving holiday. No Kettle Lake Elementary Lunch Menu School. Monday , Nov. 28 Wednesday. Nov. 23 Tuesday, Nov. 29 Chicken patty, w bun. food Grilled cheese sandwich Soup/sandwich, chips. Vita w/soup. food bar. milk bar. milk. Pup. milk. Tuesday . Nov. 29 Thursday . Nov. 24 Pizza, food bar. milk. Thanksgiving holiday. No Caledonia Community School. Schools Friday . Nov. 25 Elementary Breakfast Dutton Elementary Thanksgiving holiday. No Menu Lunch Menu School. Wednesday. Nov. 23 Monday, Nov. 28 Oatmeal, juice or fruit, Wednesday . Nov. 23 Chicken pany w/bun. food milk. Grilled cheese sandwich bar. milk. Thursday. Nov. 24 w/soup. food bar. milk. Tuesday. Nov. 29 Thanksgiving holiday. No Thursday . Nov. 24 Pizza, food bar. milk. School. Thanksgiving holiday. No Friday. Nov. 25 Caledonia Community School. Thanksgiving holiday. No Schools Friday , Nov. 25 School. Caledonia Elementary Thanksgiving holiday. No Monday, Nov. 28 Lunch Menu School. Assorted cereal, toast, juice Wednesday. Nov. 23 Monday . Nov. 28 Grilled cheese sandwich or fruit, milk Chicken pany w/bun. food Tuesday. Nov. 29 w/soup. food bar. milk. bar. milk. Sour cream doughnut, juice Thursday. Nov. 24 Tuesday. Nov. 29 Thanksgiving holiday. No or fruit, milk Pizza, food bar. milk. AREA SCHOOLS LUNCH MENUS Thoma pple Kellogg School Lunch Menu Wednesday. Nov. 23 No Lunch Thursday, Nov. 24 Thanksgiving holiday. No School. Friday, Nov. 25 Thanksgiving holiday. No School Monday, Nov. 28 Burrito/cheese. broccoli, pears in light syrup. Tuesday, Nov. 29 Corn stack, chili/lettuce/cheese. on tortilla chips, soft pretzel, peaches. NOTE: Whole or lowfat milk offered each day. Ait. menu at El. Monday, hot dog, Tuesday, turkey on bun; Wednesday, salad bar; Thurs­ day, hamburger; Friday, fishwich Variety of sandwiches and salads at High School and Middle Thornapple Kellogg Breakfast Menu Wednesday. Nov. 23 Scrambled egg. toast, orange juice, milk. Thursday. Nov. 24 Thanksgiving holiday. No School Friday, Nov. 25 Thanksgiving holiday. No School Monday. Nov. 28 Pancake on stick, ap­ plesauce. milk. Tuesday, Nov. 29 Cereal, toast, orange juice, milk. Caledonia Community High Middle Schools Wednesday. Nov. 23 Hot ham cheese sandwich, com or french fries, fruit choice, milk. Thursday. Nov. 24 Thanksgiving holiday. No School. Friday, Nov. 25 Thanksgiving holiday. No School Monday. Nov. 28 Chicken party w bun. com or french fries, fruit choice, milk. Tuesday. Nov. 29 Pizza, fr. fries, fruit choice, milk. Caledonia Community Schools High Middle Meal Deal Menu Wednesday. Nov. 23 Itza pizza, fr. fries. Vita Pup. milk, potato bar. Thursday . Nov. 24 Thanksgiving holiday. No School. Friday, Nov. 25 Thanksgiving holiday. No School Monday, Nov. 28 Pizza sub. french fries. Vita Pup. milk. Capitol Commentary lB»y!STOCK UP FOR THE By Sen. Dick Po»>thumus A time to give ‘thanks’ This week, people across our state and nation will come together to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday. For most of us. this holiday represents a break from work or school and a day filled with family and friends, good food and lots of fun. But the true meaning of Thanksgiving is much more significant than turkey and pumpkin pie. football and parades. In the early 17th century, the Pilgrims celebrated the first American Thanksgiving in order to offer thanks for their sur­ vival. an abundant food supply and newfound Native American friends. These ordinary people with extraordinary religious convictions were a cornerstone on which this great country grew and was blessed. Today. Thanksgiving is still a celebra­ tion of our liberty and the many gifts bestowed upon us. In the American Heritage Dictionary, thanksgiving is defin­ ed as "an act of giving thanks; an expression of gratitude, especially to God. " And while many of us offer thanks every­ day for our loved ones, friends and good fortune. Thanksgiv ing is a day wholly dedicated to offering appreciation for what we have. Looking around us. we have much for which to be thankful. On a personal level, we can be thankful for those people in our lives who make each day special and more meaningful in some way — be it our families, friends, neighbors, colleagues or even total strangers. We can also be thankful for the gift of life, and the opportunity to make something of it on this earth. On a community level, we can be thankful for our neighbors, our beautiful surroundings and for the strength of our local leaders. On a state level, we can be thankful for plentiful natural resources, an evolving education system and a strong economy. We can also appreciate stale leaders who are dedicated to making Michigan a better place to work and raise a family far into the future On a national level, we can be thankful we live tn freedom to be who we want to be. say what we want to say and believe what we want to believe. We can also express endless gratitude for the benefits of living in the most advanced and blessed na tion in the world. On a global level, we can be thankful more and more coun­ tries are opening their arms to democracy and personal freedom and turning their backs on communism and the ■government knows best” mentality We can also be grateful for the diversify among us. from which we can learn so much. For each and everyone of us. there are endless things in our lives we can and should appreciate The wonderful things m life range from a child’s smile to a friend’s hug to a newborn puppy — and all contribute to our happiness and well-being So let us take some time from the hustle and bustle of Thanksgiving and the season ahead of us to look around and reflect on the good things in our lives While wt may not have everything we need or want, each of us has something special in our lives that merits our gratitude And as we count our blessings, let us not lose sight of those less fortunate than ourselves. Let’s take this opportunity to reach out to those who may need our love and support By sharing with and giving to others, we conch not only their lives, but also our own. 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' FEED SOLD IN FULL BAGS AT SALE PRICES Smaller Quantities Slightly Higher I ■ ' ALL BIRD FEEDERS 1O% OFF DURING SALE! Not available at this time. Check with us at a later cate mon.-fri. 7:30-6:30 CALEDONIA FARMERS ELEVATOR CO. SAT 7:30-2 mon -fri 891’8108 CLARKSVILLE ELEVATOR 8-5 401 SOUTH MAIN SAT. 8-12 146 EAST MAIN 693-2283 S �Page 14 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I November 22. 1994 Llamas offer loving hobby for Middleville woman by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Human babies and animal babies seem to have one thing in common — they never come when they’re expected Leslie Lettinga of rural Middleville can attest to that fact. She has waiting and waiting for her llama. Manci. to have her cria (baby llama) The baby should have arrivcd between Oct I and 10, but there was still no baby Lettinga was sure the cria would be bom before she left for Iowa on Oct. 13 to attend a seminar about raising llamas. But, it wasn't. About three hours on the road, Lettinga stopped to call back to Thornapple Veterinary Medical Center where she is a veterinary assistant Sure enough, the cria was bom. Small animal vet Jim Knopp excitedly told her that he had helped deliver the little brown male. Little Simon Chico brought Lettinga s llama count up to five. She initially got her first llama when her father-in-law brought Eli home from the Lake Odessa Exotic Animal sale “I fell love with the llamas," Lettinga said It didn't take long for her to add three more, Junior. Manci (the mama) and Jaci. “They make great pets All you have to do is brush them, keep their nails trimmed and worm them three nmes-peryear. " Lettinga went on to say that llamas don't eat that much (about the same as a Iambi and they don't take up a kx of “I have to put the cows in the field where I keep the llamas to graze it down because it s really more space than the llamas need ' H poor Junior.' Lettinga said “They leave him out all by himself.” Junior tends to be calm and loving. So Lettinga is going to let him stay at Camp ManitouLin next summer “Junior is going to live with a goat And the kids at camp can nde him. have him pull a cart, or just love him." Let­ tinga said. They make great pets. All you have to do is brush them, keep their nails trimmed and worm them three times per year. Joci digs right in while Leslie Lettinga holds a bowl with treats for her llamas. Junior isn’t sure about eating while a camera is watching. — Leslie Lettings She is working with Jaci (a one-year-old female) with a harness and leash and is con­ sidering showing her “We go out for walks." Lettinga said. “I might start halter training Simon and show him, too." She has been very careful to let Simon bond with his mother and try not to interfere with the natural process “Baby males have a tenden­ cy to imprint on peopleLet­ tinga said “Then they get very over-protective Each of her llamas have quite different personalities. She calls Eli (a gelded male) her “bad boy." “The other ones all pick on Another good trait of the llamas that are part of the camelid family is that they are very hardy “This barn is more than they really need." Lettinga said. ‘They just need someplace where they can get out of freezing rain or really heavy, wet snow." Lettinga isn't sure what she will do with her llamas other than love them as she does her other pets “I’ve considered breeding and doing buying and selling. “Or I might like to teach 4-H or something that helps kids learn more about llamas." Prairie remnant in Middleville yields seeds for the future * - Leslie Lettinga gets a kiss from her baby llama, Simon. Students and counselors from the Ebersole Center visited Mt. Hope Cemetery in Middleville to harvest the seeds from the big blue stem grass. Andre Smith, a fourth grader from Northwestern Elementary in Lansing, has to reach way up to get the seeds. by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer One of the most memorable scenes from “Little House on the Prairie" were those of tall prairie grasses waving in the breeze. But scenes like that are quickly dwindling, as prairies in the United Stales are wiped out. All is not lost and Mid­ dleville area people can still see small parcels of prairies at consultant tor the prairie pro­ two separate locations. One is the small family ject at Ebersole. “Many of the prairie plants Bowerman Cemetery in Yankee Springs Township and and wildlife will become ex­ the other is in Mount Hope tinct if we aren’t careful with our resources.'' Cherry said Cemetery in Middleville. The latter was the site for “Once a species is gone, we harvesting seeds of prairie won't be able to get it back " Many of the natural prairies grasses and flowers to use in making a prairie at the Eber­ have been tilled up for farm ing. Others are not managed sole Center near Wayland. Forty-one students from properly to promote healthy Northwestern Elementary in prairie vegetation. Cherry explained that often Lansing who were camping at the center helped with the burning grasses strengthens the prairie plants and usually harvest. The kids mainly gathered doesn't harm the trees. He the seeds of big blue stem said he is concerned that grass while a couple of the without proper care, the rem­ center staff harvested nants that are left will die out. The loss of those natural wildflower seeds as well Technically speaking, the areas also will affect the cemetery prairie is termed an balance of the ecology “After all. who are we to oak savannah, according to Jason Cherry, new director of decide what lives and dies,” the Michigan Natural Areas Cherry said “We could lose Council and the Middleville part Of our heritage and that certain beauty that comes in a Village Planner Cherry has been acting as a natural setting. " Dykstra's Preferred Poured Walls, Inc • Poured basement walls • Flatwork • Farm work ROB DYKSTRA, Owner Sr** 795-7674 �The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml / November 22. 1994 I Page 15 TKMS names students for month of October The Thornapple Kellogg Middle School has announced its students of the month for October. In the sixth grade, they are (front, from left) Joseph Azzarella, Nicholas Drogowski, Angela Feenstra, and Valerie Foster; (middle, from left) Brian Kathmann, Matthew Newmyer, Daniel Parker, and Jessica Rose; and (back, from left) JeanMarie Scheib, Katie Schultz, Daniel Stade, Jennifer Verkerke. and Loci Washburn. October honorees from the eighth grade ore (front, from left) Casandra Beard, Amber Dutcher, and Daniel Finkbeiner; (middle, from left) Melissa Minor, Bradford Myers, and Kevin Schultz; and (back, from left) Evon Space, Melissa Strimbock, Tim Whitney, and David Williamson. Not pictured are Michael Hull, Sean lemon, Stacey Meyering, and Saroh Scott. TK JV soccer awards banquet The Thomapple Kellogg Soccer teams held its awards banquet November I. Coach Marty Wustman presented the awards for the teams most improved player, the sportsmanship award and the Eric DcGrootc Memorial Award for the teams most valuable player. The sportmanship award was presented to sophomore fullback Josh Steorts. His at­ titude and verbal support of his teammates all season earned him this award, Wustman said. Freshman Mike Pott, another fullback, earned the teams most improved player award, he started 17 games at fullback, a position he had never played before this season and had a great season improving in every match he played. The most valuable player award given in honor of Eric DeGroote was sophomore Dean Laansma. Let us make your wedding day one that you will treasure forever We feature a complete line of elegant Carlson Craft invitations and accessories — including Thank You's. Reception items. Gifts and much more. Stop in today!! 110 Johnson Strwt b*oc* o* Men St «n Downtown Csiodo- a (616)891-0150 *• * •• >•* "W «Wk W« MOS MO TIM fa »r Winning post-season awards from the Middleville junior varsity soccer team were (from left): Josh Steorts. Dean Laansma and Mike Potts. 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In addition, the Firm may make a market in these securities. 7he Finn (or one of its affiliates) may from time to time perform investment banking or other services for the issuer of the above securities. _______ Prudential Securities^ Member SIPC �Page 16 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / November 22, 1994 Middle Villa Inn celebrates 25th anniversary as landmark by Jean Gallup Staff Writer In November of 1969, Richard Nixon was president, the Viet Nam was not over and the free-wheeling sixties wert coming to a close. Also in November of that year, the Middlevilla Inn was purchased by Bob Wiersum An article in a newspaper published in 1970 called the Middleville establishment a roadhouse because, it said, it wasn't just a restaurant, or a bar. or a bowling alley, but a self-contained unit for entertainment It's still that and more, but times have changed, and so has the restaurant business, said Steve Wiersum "When dad brought the place 25 years ago, you came Specials will be at the Middle Villa Inn all during the month of November in celebration of 25 years for the Wiersum family here to watch a fight," he recalled. There's been a lot of change at the Villa in philosophy over the years. They started out with bands in both the Bakery and the Greenery restaurants. One would feature a rock and roll or country band, and the other catered to the big band sound or "swing." The Greenery has developed over the years into mostly being used for banquets, he said. One constant is that the people who work at the Villa stay there, something rare in restauranting. “Some of our people are third generation, like Evelyn LaBin. Evie was with us for 21 years and Rose still works with us. Her grandson also worked for us." Steve said. “We run it as a family business. We've always tried to maintain the family atmosphere; it's worked out well," Steve said. Bob Wiersum has been part of the Villa for all of that time, and still can be counted on to help out if needed Every member of the family has worked there at one time or another, and everyone at the business can step in to do any task needed, Steve said. Sister Mary Reaser is manager and has control of the bowling center, another part of the entertainment center commonly known as "the Villa." GOOD DEALS...AND A GOOD DEAL MORE Sixteen lanes, all computer scored, and automatic pin setters leaves the bowler with just the fun part of the game. Hitting strikes. With 16 lanes and automatic, computer controlled scoring, the lanes draw people from a wide surrounding area. In addition to mens, womens, and children's leagues, the bowling center hosts tournaments. The Grand Rapids Men's City Tournament will bowl there from February to May. "They're the largest city tournament in the nation, with 700 to 800 five-man teams bowling," Steve said. The business has stayed in the family, with Steve and his wife Susan now the owners, taking over from his parents. Bob and Charlene, about three years ago. A display in the entrance of the Bakery, shows bits of the history of the Villa, with newspaper articles and menus from various times in its history. A successful business takes work and a constant upgrading of the physical part of the business. "Sue and I have remodeled all of the rooms in (he latest colors and designs. Were looking at re-doing the Bakery in 1995. That will be the fourth time that's been decorated," he said. Now, with five banquet rooms and a restaurant, the Villa can comfortably handle up to 1,000 people. Being popular is good, Steve said, but it sometimes leads to some confusion for a party that is contemplating stopping and dining there. Considering all of the cars in the parking lot, some might think there wouldn't be room for them, but there likely is. With five events going on at the same time, the parking lot may look full of cars, but the restaurant or the bowling lanes likely would have plenty of room, he said. And there is parking behind the Villa, too. Stop in and check," is his advice Steve is proud to say that the Villa compares to any facility in Grand Rapids, with big city accomodations and small town prices Restaurant critics for a Grand Rapids newspaper, Pete DeMaagd has sampled the Villa fare twice with his wife Tutti, and raved about it both times. Achieving 25 years in the restaurant business is no small feat, and is won only by being flexible, really liking people and being willing to sacrifice a lot of social life, Steve said. "It’s been interesting. You have to like people, and have a willingness to serve them. And, you have to be ready to serve them when they’re ready to play," he explained. Another point Steve makes is that he and the staff really wants to know if something doesn't suit a customer. "If you're upset, tell us, so we have a chance to fix it. The last thing we want is for you to go away unhappy." During all of November, the Wiersums are featuring special prices along with coupons in the Villa newsletter and in (lie Sun and News so the community can join in on the celebration. For information on specials or activities in the bowling center, call 7953640. Steve Wiersum and his sister Mary Reaser have their photo taken in the bowling center of the Middle Villa Inn. Reaser is the manager of the center. Hunt earns all-MlAA honors Rob Hunt, a junior at Kalamazoo College from Middleville, and a three-time letterwinner on the Hornet Football team, earned AllMichigan intercollegiate Athletic Association honorable mention honors for the season. Hunt, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Hunt ot Mid­ dleville, is a graduate of Thornapple-Kellogg High School. He is a returning starter from last season wherc he made 46 tackles, one in­ terception and recovered a fumble for Kalamazoo Hunt is a starter for Kalamazoo at inside linebacker The Hornets, coached by Dave Warmack, ended their season in a three-way tie for third place in the M1AA with Adrian College and Hope Col­ lege. The Hornets also celebrated their 100th season of college football this past season. �The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml I November 22, 1994 / Page 17 Late free throws knock TK out of eager districts A pair of free throws made by the Wayland s team's top scorer with 23 seconds left in the contest, had the Thornapple-Kellogg girls basketball team bowing out of the dis­ trict tournament 34-32, Thursday The l^ady Trojans were up by eight points with 2:45 left in the game 32-24. From there. Way lands Jessica McEwen sank a three-point field goal followed by Heather Postma hitting the front end of a one and one. Her second shot missed the mark, but the put back was made by Angie Burmania. McEwen scored again with 1:32 on the clock to tie the game at 32 each and Angie Farmer sank both of her one and one at 23 seconds to end the game's scoring. TK's Chelsea Peck kept Farmer from being a bigger scoring factor in the game. Peck shadowed Farmer much of the game to keep her from taking the ball down court and when Farmer did get a handle on the ball. Peck had her retreating from the basket and passing the ball off Farmer scored only seven points in the game, all of which were from the free throw line. At the other end of the court. TK's top scorer. Sarah Kaechele. was followed around by a host of defenders and was often double learned to keep her clear of the key. Vikki Jansen was also closely watched by Wayland. When she went toward the baseline and the Lady Cats, taller by average of about two inches, had hands and arms everywhere between her and the basket. Kaechele led the Lady Trojans with seven points, followed by Jansen. Jenny Doyle and Tracy Schondelmayer with six each. McEwen led the Lady Cats with nine points. Middleville's Sarah Kaechele, when she is standing is 5-feet, 7-inches, but here, as she splits a pair of Wayland defenders for a score, tops the hand reach of No 23 Jill Chrisman at 5-feet. 9-inches and No. 45 Jessica Merrin at 5-feet-7. Middleville's Tracy Schondelmayer found herself alone on the left side of the basket during the ThomappleKellogg/ Wayland district semi-finals and took the opportunity to swish two of her six points Caledonia falls to S. Christian in district finals The Caledonia girls varsity basketball team lost its bid for a district championship with a 61-45 loss to South Christian, Friday night. The Lady Sailors started the game with a 6-0 run against the Sweet Ladies and never surrendered the lead. Maria Derks led the Sailors with 18 points, followed by Julie Sterk with 15. Jodi VanderVelde and Mindi Smith led the Sweet Ladies with 15 each. "We simply got out played," said Coach Mike Wilson. "South did what they had to do to win. There were times when it seemed we had the momentum, but South would come right back.” The Sailors outscored the Sweet Ladies in every quar­ ter, including a 19-12 third period which put them up by a 44-29 tally. "It's a tough way to end it," Wilson said, "but we abso­ lutely cannot allow one game to distort our accomplish­ ments this season." In the first round win over the strong Wyoming Park team, last Monday, the Sweet Ladies played catch up after falling behind early. The Scots gathered up a 16-10 lead at the end of the first quarter and would never trail in the game from then on. The game was tied at 26 with 10 second left in the first half when Kristy DeBoer sank a three-pointer to give the Sweet Ladies a 29-26 lead at the break. The Ladies then built up a 12-point lead with their full­ court press, but the Lady Vikings would make another run. With four minutes left in the contest, the Lady Vikings finally broke even at 51 with the Sweet Ladies. The teams swapped baskets on the next four trips down the floor. The end came when Van­ derVelde hit a pair of free throws and scored a lay up off a steal for the final mar­ gin. Top scorer in the game was Jaimie Oatley with 16 points. VanderVelde had 14 and DeBoer had 11 in the contest. Katie Donker led the team with 11 rebounds and Van­ derVelde had seven assists. "There were so many swings in the momentum (in the game)," said Wilson. "We got on a roll and they stormed right back." In the semi-final game, Wednesday, Rogers gave the Sweet Ladies little problem with the Scots outscoring the Golden Hawks in every quarter and shutting them out in the second. "Our goal was to keep our focus for the entire 32 min­ utes and we came very close to achieving that," Wilson said. "We made excellent decisions both offensively and defensively." The Scots’ main concern was Lady Hawk's top scorer I^eigh Ellis. Oatley was given the task of matching up with her. IJlis was held to six points in the first half and ended the game with 18. Danielle Gallert was the top scorer for the Sweet Ladies with 13 points, including three of four threepoint tries. VanderVelde and Oatley both had 11 points with Van­ derVelde bring down 11 re­ bounds and dishing out seven assists. The Sweet Ladies end the season with a 20-3 record. Office Manager - WANTED Knowledgeable in office problems, book­ keeping, payroll, governmental accounting, computer proficient and the ability and per­ sonality to work well with the public. Previous experience in the above areas is highly desirable. Send resume to. Gun Lake Area Sewer and Water 12588 Marsh Road Shelbyville, Michigan 49344 Attn: Tom Rook ASSEMBLY STOCK PICKING LABEL/BOX ITEMS AND MANY GENERAL LABORER JOBS Both longtenm/probable hire and temporary 12 month positions available Most openings (1st and 2nd shift) are 40 hours (plus) per week, some positions for part-time jobs on 1st shift Job sites are near the Kent Co Airport and south Grand Rapids Starting wages up to $6 50 hr. Apply ft am 4 p.m. this Monday Wednesday or next week. Bring 2 pieces of I.D. 507 36th Street S.E. GRAND RAPIDS Caledonia s Jaimie Oatley (12) scores from the base line despite the defensive effort of Wyoming Parks Anne Bentley (20). The Sweet Ladies defeated Park, the O-K White champion in the first round of district tourney play Caledonia's Jenny Millard knocks away a rebound from a pair of Lady Sailors in the district finals game, Friday Between Division A Eastern PEOPLEMARK EOUM 616/245-6161 Amenta* CwWemporary Work ForteX 0WHTWTY fMKOrrtl �Page 18 I The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml I November 22, 1994 Caledonia High School track and cross country coaches honored by Barbara <>all Staff Writer It’s been “the year" for runners at Caledonia High School, and behind every great team is a great coach. Or so believe the members of the Michigan In­ terscholastic Track Coaches Association and its fellow, the Michigan Interscholastic Cross Country Coaches Association The two organizations this year have honored the three men who coach those sports at CHS. For the achievements of their track teams last spring, CHS girls track coach Joe Zomerlei and boys coach John Soderman each won the 1994 Class B Regional Coach of the Year award. This fall, Soderman also was selected the Regional Cross Country Class B Coach of the Year, and be was nominated for the state Coach of the Year award after his team finished fourth in the Class B state championship meet. Dave Hodgkinson, who coached the CHS girls cross country team to a regional and then a state championship for the last two years, received both the regional and the state Class B Coach of the Year awards All three coaches credit the achievements of their teams to the hard work of the athletes themselves. “It s the kids who do all the work." said Hodgkinson. *' I show up for the practices and tell them what they need to do But they’re the ones who make the decision actual­ ly to do it.” According to school records. Zomerlei. who has coached girls track at CHS for 18 years, has compiled a dual meet record ot 121 wins and 41 losses. Soderman. who has coach­ ed boys’ track at CHS since 1965. has compiled a dual meet record of 259 wins. 35 losses and one tie. He also coached his teams to a state record of 108 consecutive dual meet victories, a streak which began in May of 1978 and ended in April of 1989. The boys’ cross country coach since 1975, he has coached his teams to 190 dual meet wins and 37 losses. Hodgkinson, a graduate of Soderman’s program, now has a record of 83 dual meet wins and 7 losses since he began coaching eight years ago Caledonia track and cross country coaches Dave Hodgkinson (left), Joe Zomerlie and John Soderman were honored by their colleagues with regional and state awards in 1994. SYNOPSIS • YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP BOARD MEETING Nov.mbtr 10. 1994 Meeting called to order by London All members present. 17 visitors present Minutes of October 13 approved Financial report presented ond approved Water report present for information. Election results presented Pro­ posal 1 passed. Proposal 2-4 defeated London presented road repair list with cost of $119,540. Liquor license at Yankee Spr­ ings Golf Course transfer approved Approval by Board for Wor­ sham to contact Powers for removal of sidewalk on right of way Noise and Nuisance Or­ dinance was presented Tabled for next meeting. $50 fee for lot splitting total charge based on number ol lots created. Request approved to split AAortin property ot 1877 Porker Dr Payables presented ond approved. Clerk's reports presented and approved. Meeting adjourned at 8:52 p.m. Harvey E. Vander Bee. Clerk TOWING & eW * RECOVERY NOPH (616)795-2200 24 Hour Emergency Dispatch Most major motor clubs accepted. • Unlock • Jump Start • Motorcycle • Flatbed • 4 Wheel Drive • Emergency Tire Repair CHS Girls’ Cross Country take state scholarship honors The Caledonia girls state champion cross country team added yet another honor to their list of achievements by earning the 1994 Class B Academic All-State Award awarded by the Michigan In­ terscholastic Track Coaches Association. The award is based on the grade point averages of the fop five students on the team. The Caledonia team won the award with a 3.8 average. Displaying the award are team members Sarah Parbel (front, left), Barb Warner and Shannon Houseman. Behind them, from the left, are Katie Sobczak, Audrey Warner, Keri Bloem and Sarah Flegel. 507 Arlington (M-37) Middleville, Ml 49333 "We’re Pulling For You NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING THORNAPPLE TOWNSHIP ZONING BOARD of APPEALS Applicant. Darwin & Cynthia Bergakker 6416 Cherry Valley Rd. Middleville, Ml 49333 Application No. V-6 Parcel No. 0814-009001-20 Legal Description; Thomapple, beginning at west 1/4 post section 9-4-10, thence north along west line of said sec tion 330 ft, thence north 89 degrees, 44’ 19” east 1322 ft to east line of the southwest 1/4 of the northwest 1/4 sec tion 9, thence south 00 degrees 01’ 15” east along said east line 330 ft to the east west 1/4 line of said section, thence south 89 degrees 44’ 19” west along said 1/4 line 1322.19 ft to point of beginning Containing 10.07 acres Description of variance requested: Applicant is seeking a variance from a contractor’s yard side lot line require­ ment of 50 feet to 32 feet. The special use as a contractor s yard has been approved by the Planning Commission contingent upon approval of the vanance by the Zoning Board of Appeals Date and Time of Public Hearing: November 29.1994; 7:30 p.m. Place of Hearing: Thomapple Township Haft, 200 E Man St , Middleville, Ml 49333 Lee Patterson. Zoning Board of Appeals Secretary NOTICE Thomapple Twp will provide reasonable auxiliary aids and services such as signers lor the hearing impaired and audio tapes of printed matenal being considered at the hearing upon seven days notice to the Township Clerk Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the clerk by writing or calling Thomapple Twp. Clerk. 200 E Mam St., Middleville. Ml 49333. Telephone 795-7202 Caledonia students ‘sharing the wealth’ Some of the members of the Caledonia High School Visions and Volunteers class were found Friday sorting more than 2,000 food items brought in by students for holiday food baskets. Thirty-two local families will receive the boskets, both at Thanksgiving and at Christmas. First macro classes competed to see which could bring in the most items, with the winner getting a pizza donated by Pagano's and second place winning food coupons from the Caledonia McDonald's. �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml I November 22, 1994 / Page 19 Oliver Middleville Official Village Council Minutes PUBLIC HEARING October 25. 1994 President Myers called Public Hearing to order at 7:00 p.m. on the form 1220 and posed schedule of rates of C-TEC Cablevision for the bask cable television service tier and associated equipment Present Bray, French, Oliver. Schellinger. and VondenBerg Absent: Stogray Guests Many residents and Joe Rahn from the Barry County dleville Barry County. Michigan amending of Section 4.2 (Zoning Map) thereof so as to rezone the Southeast corner of said following described lands from Southwest 1/4 of the Northwest the R-1 Low Density Single Family Residential District to the 1-2 East West 1 4 line from the West Heavy Industrial District: PARCEL A: The Western-most portion. measuring 100 x 70 feet 14"W 231 feet to the Point of Beginning; Thence N01 * 23 E. 150 feet; thence N88* 14W. 112 feet: thence SOT 23"W 150 feet thence S88° 14'E. 112 feet to the Point of Beginning containing 0.39 acres. Support by Oliver. Roll coll: Bray aye, French aye. Oliver aye. Schellinger aye VondenBerg the Northwest 1/4, Section 23. Town 4 North. Range 10 West Village of Middleville. Barry County Michigan described os Discussion held on the Parking Ordinance. No action taken at this time, tabled till next meeting. Village Attorney Youngsma presented to Council a resolution Grand Rapids St. (66 R W) to a Village Attorney Youngtmo form 1220 and schedule of rates of C-TEC Cablevision. Discussion held With no further public com­ ment, Schellinger moved the Public Hearing be closed Support by French. Ayes all Carried. Public Hearing closed at 7 08 p.m. President Myers colled the regular Council meeting to order Minutes of the October 10. 1994 meeting were approved with the correction of Discussion held on the property of 608 Grand Rapids Street, and the spelling of final. presented. letter read from James Ruther­ ford concerning the Parking Or­ dinance. in favor of the ordinance French moved that Council op prove to amend the Zoning Or­ dinance of the Village of Mid­ dleville Section 1 - The zoning or­ dinance of the Village of Mid the Northwest 1/4, said theost comer of lot 1. Block 86 Southeast corner being S88* 14'E. said Keeler * Addition (Block 86 of 1319.55 feet along the East West Keeler's Addition is part of a plot 1 /4 line from the West 1 4 corner that has not been recorded): of said section os previously thence N88* 14W 231 feet to the established and shown on a Point of Beginning: Thence N88’ survey recorded in Liber 1 of Surveys, on Page 40; thence N88* 14"W 33 feet along said East Beginning thence N 01 * 23 E180 feet olong the We*t line of Grand Rapid* St. (66 R/W) to a point 84 feet South of the Northeast cor ner of Lot I, Block 86. said Keeler * Addition (Block 86 of Keeler's Addition is port of a plat that ho* not been recorded); thence N 88* 14W. 343 feet: thence S 01’ 2T W 80 feet S 01 * 23*W 100 feet; thence S 88’ 141, 283 feet to the Point of Beginning, Containing 1 28 acres. PARCEL 8 Port of the Southwest 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4, Section 23. Town 4 North. Range 10 West, Village of Mid- — SUMMARY OF MINUTES — VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA November 14. 1994 The regular meeting of the Caledonia Village Council was with all member* present Willard Robertson was welcom­ ed as a Trustee who will fill the vacancy created by Paula Moorland s resignation Minutes and Financial report were accepted as printed. Bills of the month were approved for payment Reports from WW Engineering and Rodgers were heard. Klaver reported on the water and Municipal Services report was read and filed Civil infractions Ordinance was discussed. Kidder and Berencsi will research this and report next month. Motion by Kidder, seconded by Soules to accept the bid for library cleaning. Carried. Resolution to approve the Set tlement Agreement with C TEC approving refund and reduction rotes was presented by Soules and seconded by Erskine Ayes all. Resolution was declared adopted Budget amendments were mode for General Fund and for Sewer Fund Resignation from the Zoning Board of Appeals was received from Bill Robertson. Motion by Robertson, seconded by Erskine to appoint John Dailey to fill that vacancy. Carried. Resolution to grant a variance from Section 11.17(1) and Sec­ tion 11.19 of the Village Subvi sion Control Ordinance to authorize ingress and egress from lots 3 and 4 of Glen Valley Business Center was presented by Kidder, seconded by Soules. Ayes: All. Resolution declared adopted. Other items discussed were Mayor Exchange will be with Roscommon: snow plowing and moved that Council adopt the Resolution. Resolution/Rate Deci­ sion. Rate and Refund Decision and Order Support by French Roll coll: Bray aye. French aye. 41-23-11-202-001, 004, 006. 008, 013, 015, 018, 020, 021. 023, 025, 028, 029, 030 41-23-11 226-003, 005, 006, 011, 012, 013, 016, 017, 020. 021, 023, 024, 025 41-23-11-227-001, 002, 003, 004. 005, 006, 007, 008, 009, 010, 011, 012, 013, 015, 016, 017, 018, 019, 020, 021, 022, 023, 024, 027, 028, 029 41-23-11-228-002, 003, 004, 006, 007, 008, 009, 010, 011 41-23-11-251-002, 010, 011, 012, 014, 016, 017 41-23-11 -252-001, 004, 005, 006, 007, 008, 009, 012, 013 41-23-11 276-001, 002, 003, 004, 005. 006, 007, 008, 009, 010, 012,013 41-23-11-277-001, 002, 003, 004, 007, 008, 009, 010 41-23-11 278-004, 007, 012, 013, 014, 015, 016, 017. 018, 019, 020, 021, 022, 025, 026, 029, 030, 032, 033 41 -23-11-426-001, 002, 003, 004, 005, 006, 007, 008, 010, 011,012, 014,016 41-23-11-427-005-006, 007, 008, 011, 012, 013, 014, 015 016, 017, 018, 019, 020, 021, 022, 025, 026, 027, 030, 031,032,033 41-23-12-1014X51, 002, 003, 004, 005, 010, 012, 016, 017, 018, 030, 031, 032, 033, 034, 035, 038, 040, 041 41-23-12-103-001, 005, 006, 007, 008, 009, 010, 011 41-23-12-104-001, 002, 003, 004 Campau/Kettle Lake Sewer Special Assessment District No. 2 Map Showing Location of Special Assessment District 41-23-12-105-001, 002, 003, 005, 006 41-23-12-106-001, 002, 003, 004, 013, 014 41-23-12-107-001, 007, 008, 011, 012, 014, 017, 018, 019, 020, 021, 022 41-23-12-108-004, 41-23-12-152-001, 015, 016, 017, 026, 027, 028, 007, 008, 009 003, 004, 007, 008, 009, 010, 011, 014, 018, 019, 020, 021, 022, 023, 024, 025. 029 41-23 12 300-002, 003, 009, 010, 011, 012, 027, 036, 037, 038, 043, 046, 047, 048 NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the Township Supervisor of the Charter Township of Caledonia has made and certified a special assessment roll for the Special Assessment District, which roll seis forth the relative portion of part of the cost of the Improvements which Is to be levied in the form of a special assessment against each benefitted lot or parcel of land in the special assessment district The following Subdivisions are located within the proposed area for the referenced project. Johnson Park Keiser's Park Lakewood Park Pitsch Subdivision Garbow Plat Campau Haven Plat Channel Park Garbow Plat No. 1 Happy Allen Park Ruck Rat Garbow Rat No. 2 is located partially within the proposes area (Lots 53-39 Incl.) Permanent Parcel Numbers of Lots and Parcels of Land included in the Special Assessment District: 41-234)1-100-035 41 2001-301001,006 008,010,017,018 19.021,030,031 At the Middleville Village Hail. 100 E Main Street. Mtdd»eri:>e Ml 49333 41 234)1-3524)11, 002, 003, 004, 005, 006 41 234)1 3534X51, 002, 003, 004, 005, 006 41-234)1 354-005 relayed via telephone to the Village at 6167963385. Monaa, through Fnday. 8 am to 5 p.m. (142) 41-23-02-4774)04, 005 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia, Kent County, Michigan, has executed a contract with the County of Kent, acting through its Board of Public Works, pursuant to Act 185 of the Public Acts of Michigan of 1957, as amended ("Act 185") whereby the County will assist the Township with the acquisition, construction, operation and financing of a public sanitary sewage disposal system including collection sewers, trunk sewers, pumping facilities and force main, a treatment and disposal facility, and appurtenances thereto to serve areas in Sections 1, 2, 11 and 12 in the northeast part of the Township (the “Improvements”) and included within the special assessment district described below. In accordance with the terms of Section 15c of Act 188 of the Public Acts of Michigan of 1954, as amended ("Act 188”), the Township has determined that part of the Township's obligation contracted for pursuant to Act 185 shall be defrayed by special assessments levied against the properties benefitted thereby. The Township has determined to proceed with the Improvements, has approved preliminary plans and estimates of costs for the Improvements, and has determined a special assessment district, consisting of the following described lots or parcels of land. 41-2301 326001, 003, 022. 023 41 2301-351002. 004, 005, 008. 019. 020. 021, 022. 024. 025. 035, 038, 039, 040, 042. 043, 053, 054. 055, 056, 058, 060, Matenais pertaining to this proposal can be viewed at the Middleville Village Hafi at 100 E Mam Street. Middleville 49333 survey that the Porks and Recrea hon Committee will be sending ministration of a Community out to the public for comment President Myers announced the Development Block Grant, until regular Council meeting schedul received by the Village of Mid­ ed November 14. 1994 will be changed to November 7 1994 Council and Manager Monshum dustries infrastructure of the Mid­ dleville Industrial Park. This reviewed the Manager s Report. Several Village residents and above mentioned grant would be secured through the efforts of the Council discussed complaints and Barry County Joint Economic concerns on garage sole signs Development Commission. Sup- and the Parking Ordinance With no further business. Schellinger moved for adjourn Carried. Manager Manshum updated ment Support by Bray Ayes all Council on property at 217 W Carried Meeting adjourned at Main Street. Cheryl Hooper Village Clerk Request mode from Trustee (300) French to put a notice in the Campau/Kettle Lake Sewer Special Assessment District No. 2 The applicant proposes to butld five. 24 unit buildings over the next 3 years The buddings would be 2V» stones tai’ The apartment complex would have road access ’’om Grano Rap»ds Street via Lincoln Street, and from East Mam Street via Shendan Street When: On Tuesday. December 6, 1994 at 700 pm paper concerning leaf and brush pick-up days. Manager Monshum will see to this request. Schellinger moved the printed bills in the amount of $10,472.40 be paid Support by VondenBerg. Ayes all. Carried. 41-23-11-100-003, 004, 005, 018, 026, 032, 033, 037, 043 41-23-11-201-001, 002, 005, 006, 007, 010, 011, 012. 015, 016, 027, 031, 032, 033, 034, 035. 036, 037, 038, 039. 040, 041 NOTICE Of PUBLIC HEARING Property Description Blocks 21 28 29 and 30 of I N Keeler s Addition to the Village ot Middleville. Section 23. T4N. R10W. Thomappie Township. Barry County. Michigan, as recorded in Uber 1 of Rats on Page 12, also that part of said I N Keeler s Addition described as Ail of • Lafayette Street adjoining Block 21. "Arnold Street and Block 30 on the North; the East 1/2 of "Keeler Street adjoining Block 21 on the West, the North 1/2 of Lincoln Street adjoining Block 21 on the South ail of "Lincoln Street between Blocks 29land 30 the East 1/2 of "Arnold Street adjoining Blocks 28 and 29 of the West, ail of "Amo*d Street between Blocks 21 and 30. ail of “Washington Street" between Blocks 28 and 29. and the North 1/2 of Dayton Street adjoining Block 29 on the South aye. NOTICE Of PUBLIC HEARING and FILING of SPECIAL ASSESSMENT ROLL (301) The Village of Middleville Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a REZONINO AND A PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT PLAN for a 9.3 acre parcel bounded by Sheridan Street on the east, the Cider Mill Village Mobil Home Park on the north, and the Lincoln Meadows Apartments on the west The applicants. Rivertown Development, want the property rezoned to a Planned Unit Development District in order to build 120 ^xartment units on the site Schellinger CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN porory signs; Planning Commis­ sion: and a leaf pick up program. Meeting was adjourned at Jacqueline Cherry Village Clerk aye. Carried. Discussion held concerning the Barry County Joint Economic Development Committee fees. Schellinger moved that Council table payment of the Joint Economic Development Commit­ 011. 012. 028, 030, 047. 048. 062, 063. 015, 017. 031. 032, 049. 051, 064, 065, 018 034, 052, 066 41-234)1-400-001, 002, 014, 016 41-23-02-3004)10, 012, 034. 040, 044. 045, 046. 047 41 -23-024764)01, 002, 003, 004, 006, 007, 008. 009. 010, 011, 012, 013, 014, 017, 020. 021 TAKE NOTICE THAT THE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA WILL HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING ON TUESDAY, THE 6TH DAY OF DECEMBER, 1994, AT 7:00 P.M AT THE KETTLE LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, 8451 GARBOW DRIVE, IN THE TOWNSHIP, TO REVIEW THE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT ROLL AND THE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT AND TO HEAR AND CONSIDER ANY OBJEC­ TIONS THERETO TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the special assessment roll as prepared has been reported to the Township Board and is on file with the Township Clerk at the Township Hall for public examination TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT AN OWNER OR A PARTY IN INTEREST IN A LOT OR PARCEL OF LAND SUBJECT TO A SPECIAL ASSESSMENT MAY FILE A WRITTEN APPEAL OF THE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT WITH THE MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL WITHIN 30 DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF CONFIRMATION OF THE SPE CIAL ASSESSMENT ROLL, BUT ONLY IF SAID OWNER OR PARTY IN INTEREST APPEARS AND PROTESTS THE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT AT THIS HEARING An appearance may be made by an owner or a party tn interest, or hts or her agent, in person or, in the alternative, an appearance or protest can be filed w.th the Township by letter prior to the hearing, in which case a personal appearance at the hearing is not required This notice was authorized by the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia Dated November 16. 1994 PATRICIA SNYDER, CLERK CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA (144) �Page 20 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / November 22, 1994 Call for Classifieds... 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MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT PICK UP ONLY • READY IN 15 MINUTES Every Friday & Saturday in December ! i I1 or 2 GIANT WET | BURRITO or COMBO On M-37 North of Middleville Open 7 Days a Week •AY ASOUT FASO t PQZA "| Call 795-3640 or 891-1287 C MtM now goal Fooistao wol re | O_ __Ph_89L92E_____ 1 We Use Ou Own Speed Souces and 100% fieal Cheese HOlK irvi Mil ti am to tXpm MgrA Sir J 30 pm to 1030 pm. H I Sd 330pmtot2am 9790 Cherry Valley, M-37, Caledonia i f � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/704/SunandNews_1994-11-29.pdf e3be33627cfc9bd803fa2b6915da82a5 PDF Text Text id Neufsjs, ■ g tL B ® ® ^stings Fx.iclioran l2i Church Hastings,M. W5B aaM»£ T»g^JFij*TM-n6taitWr'' Your Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas 124th Year No. 43 / November 29. 1994 Middleville, Michigan 49333 Council approves $4,632 cost Caledonia Twp. Planning Commission OKs hike for sewer plant project housing development's preliminary plan by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The Middleville Village Pouncil OK’d a $4,632 in­ crease in the cost of the new wastewater treatment plant The ioncrease will cover the cost of four modifications sug­ gested by Prein and Newhof. engineers for the project. The most costly modifica­ tion is to make a change in the generator at the lift station on the east sale of the river Original plans called for use of a portable generator With the change, at a cost of $4,164.50, a stationary generator will be installed. That cost also includes an automatic transfer switch rather than a manual one. This generator provides standby power when needed. The other three modifica­ tions make dp the remaining portion of the additional cost They are slight modifica lions al pump stations No. 2 and 3 and al the actual wastewater treatment plant These changes will help make the new Sequential Batch Reactor system more efficient, according to Mark Lee of Prein & Newhof, who made the proposal to the coun­ cil at last Tuesday's meeting. “With projects of this size. wc can expect to see change by Barbara Gall orders totaling about 10 per­ The Caledonia Township cent of the cost of the pro­ Planning Commission last ject," he said. week gave the go-ahead to a "I don't anticipate that the proposed 155-acre planned final payment will be any unit development (PUD) larger than the initial housing project in the nor­ estimate." theast comer of the township. The contract price with the The commission formally changes stands at $2,032,472. approved the preliminary Lee also updated the council development plan for on the progress of the plant Blackstone Estates, a construction, reporting that all 91-home, single-family PUD is going as planned and that it bounded by 6(Xh and 68th is even a bit ahead of Streets and Snow and Mc­ schedule. Cords Avenues. He explained that the The approval was granted building does have one coat of with the understanding that paint on it that will provide for the commission still is con­ weather protection. cerned about potential traffic Due to the weather, the rest problems the development of the painting will be done in could create on both Snow and the spring when the McCords. temperature is consistently The project area is over 50 degrees. designated on the township's The major portion of the land use map for future low equipment that controls the density residential use. which plant should arrive in requires public sewer and December, l>ee said water if lot sizes are less than He also indicated that actual two acres startup ol the new plant could Developer Fred Boncher come as early as the end of plans for homes in the project February which is a couple of to be hooked into the expand months ahead of the planned ed Campau-Kettle Lake sewer startup. system to allow a 1.7-acre Modifications to the ex­ average lot size. isting lagoons possibly could There are no immediate plans for a public water Sewer project, Page 2 system in the area. — The developers show As a contribution to the township and as part of the that the wetlands on the pro­ PUD agreement. Boncher and perty will not be adversely af­ his partners will pave slightly fected during or after more than a half-mile section construction. — A bridge be constructed of Snow Avenue between the entrance of the development over the creek on the property to the satisfaction of the and 60th Street. The township and the coun­ township engineers and the ty split the cost of paving a Department of Natural county road using a 55:45 Resources. — The environmental im­ ratio. Paving one mile of that section of Snow is estimated pact on the lands be detailed. — The developers pave to cost $137,500. according to their section of Snow Avenue township officials The developers also have before a certificate of oc­ signed over to the township a cupancy will be granted to any five-acre parcel adjacent to homes built in the 30 lots in the Campau Lake wastewater the east phase of the develop­ ment, which is the last area to treatment plant. The land could be used to expand the be constructed. — Dry hydrants be con­ plant and for any other uses the township deems structed near the pond on the property for fire protection. appropriate. Other details, such as land­ Township Planner Mark scaping. lighting, signage and VanderPloeg said that the a letter of credit or a perfor­ development generally meets all intents of the township's mance bond will be included with the submission of the PUD zoning ordinance, and final development plan for the recommended approval of the project. preliminary plan. In other business, the The commission supported a resolution to approve the commission: — Discussed with Ed and preliminary plan with certain Ruth VerMurlen their pro­ conditions, including. — The number of dwell­ posal for an office­ commercial development on a ings not exceed 91. one-acre site at the southeast — The development be comer of M-37 and 60th served by sanitary sewer. Street. The commission took no action, but agreed it generally liked the VerMurlens plan. — Requested Kentwood Excavating prepare a plan showing the actual final grading of its proposed sand mine operation at 8045 Broad moor (M-37). The company wishes to rezone a 13-acre parcel from Agricultural to Planned Mineral Removal (PMR) so it can remove about 200.000 cubic yards of sand over an estimated six-ycar period. The lands to be mined are behind, or to the west of its former pit, where mining has been completed. Discussion was held on the traffic problems the sand trucks could create on that section M-37. and the com mission agreed that hours of operation should be limited to 8a.m. to 4 p.m. on weekdays. The company said it would leave the existing berm and vegetation in place along the highway, and a discussion was held concerning the need for a storm water ponding area on the south side of the land The commission will con­ tinue work on the project and hopes to hold a public hearing on the PMR request in January. TKHS presents ‘Curtain Call for Clifford’ this week rhere isdef’nrt^y more thon o love triongle in Curtom Co 1 tor CliHord. which „ being done ot Tho.noppie Kellogg High School. Donno (Kiley Tholer) cosuolly h £5 ZEr°n,) '°P Th“ her boyfnend B.H Ow.ght Gront) who is bemg pursued by Miss Troufliver (Abby LoBin). by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Thespians at Thomapple Kellogg High School are ready to “break a leg" with their production of the threeact comedy. “A Curtain Call for Clifford. " Performances are scheduled for Friday and Saturday nights. Dec. 2 and 3. at 8 p.m. in the high school auditorium. Reserved tickets can be pur­ chased through any cast member or by calling 795-2130 for a cost of $3 for adults and $2 for students. Tickets will also be available at the door However, seating will be limned to just 300 at each per­ formance because of the removal of the bleachers in the back, according to one of the directors. Marta Blough. For those who can t make it either Friday or Saturday, dress rehearsal will be held on Thursday evening. Dec. 2. a! 8 p.m. Traditionally, senior citizens are invited io this rehearsal When we were choosing the play. this one seemed perfect for our area. said Blough Steve (Evans who is co-director) and I thought this would have a big audience ap­ peal in Middleville ." Blough explained that dramas have not played well m the past in Middleville That is why a comedy was „„ mrtOi? Ca" ,or CI'H°rd rTOl,y another play os port of the storyline. chosen. Audience participation is encouraged in the opening scene, which is set at a Millwood High School pep rally. “Curtain Call for Clifford" centers on the theme of students producing a school play. So ’The Ghost of Blackbum Manor" becomes the play within a play and the fun begins And several of the * Curtain Cail" characters also play See Clifford, Page 2 nutty when the ploy , co»t i. cost in In This Issue... • Benders have a long, happy history in Middleville • Middleville Christmas parade will be Saturday, Dec. 3 • Caledonia’s Christmas parade planned Saturday, Dec. 10 • Caledonia Board OKs music equipment purchases �Page 2 I The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml I November 29, 1994 TK teacher in-service day motivates and challenges educated the students and becoming better, to becoming preparing them for life after a great school district. •‘I’m not the answer guy.” graduation. He asked these questions of Meeting the challenge to improve the learning abilities the teachers “Where are you?” in these students was how the “Are you getting what you OBE model was developed This was the basis for the want’ * * What are you willing to do day-long seminars and lec­ tures given by Champlin to to get it?” "How willing are you to TK staff and parents The OBE concept is not challenge things that are new to TK teachers since the already in place’” How long will we choose district currently is basing teaching and curriculum plan­ to live in a system that doesn't meet our needs?” ning and goals on it. He continued by stressing “I am here to share ideas with you about what we can that students need to be become and what we must challenged and taught how to become.” was Champlin learn rather than taking in facts and spitting them out on opening statement. He went on to stress the im­ tests. By leaching the students portance of education serving how to learn, their futures are all students being created, he said Champlin told the audience Champlin ended the first that ’’you are the answers to large group session by asking those in attendance to go into small groups to discuss three questions Are you getting what you want in schools to­ day9 What are you willing to do to get what you want? and How do you personally add value to everything you do? This set the pattern for the day The day held four full group discussion sessions and three breakout times Champlin continued to em­ phasize the need for being willing to change and accept a new challenge “There is nothing we can’t create if we are willing, honest and will let go of past things. “We need to be willing to engage and be a learner ourselves as contributors to students’ learning.” he said. “Daring to be great, that is the challenge!” Champlin gave this list as characteristics of a healthy district and asked the group how TK stood. A healthy district acts on knowledge, functions as a total system, influences primary power, has a new John Champlin, a nationally recognized educator and speaker, aimed to challenge and motivate Thor­ view of leadership, is caring, outcomes driven, vision peo- by Margaret fowler Staff Writer Ever wonder what really goes on when the teachers have an “in-service” day? Those days are targeted as times fpr additional staff train­ ing, planning, and discussion that can’t take place during regular school time. The most recent in-service day which was held on Tues­ day, Nov. 15, gave Thornap pie Kellogg staff and parents the opportunity to listen and interact with a nationally renowned educator, John Champlin. Champlin pioneered the concept of Outcome-Based Education.” in (he early 1970’s when he was called to be the superintendent in Johnson City, New York That school district was deficient in several areas of napple Kellogg staff during a recent in-service day. Quality Programs..............Quality People Miller REAL ESTATE <Lilllllllli|,> si'nce 1940 1 LAKEWOOD SCHOOLS, NEW COUNTRY LISTING! 3 bedroom home with a main floor laundry room, large 2 stall attached garage and a 45x45 pole building. All setting on 2% ocres. HURRY! Call Ron Lewis office 945-5182 or home 945-5103........................................... $78,700. I (uu roue oeua how wonderful II ocre porcel With the Coldwater River running across the edge of this gorgeous details Call Scott, 948 4228 office 945 5182 or home $22 000. MIDDLEVILLE STAFF Cathy Williamson CRS. GR1 795-9090 1. MEW LISTWC This 2 to 3 bedroom home has a large kitchen with dining area I % baths ploce 2 cor goroge many outbuildings and a gram storage bin Has been used as cattle operation all located on 10 acres Call Gene Poll office 795-3305 or home 795-9521 $189000 Kay Stofeonburg. Assoc Broker........ 795 7272 Gene Poll. Assoc Broker, GRI. 795 9521 Karen Brown .795 9331 _ Office: 497 Arlington, M-37 LH Phone (616) 795-3305 OFFICES IN HASTINGS AND MIDDLEVILLE feJ TK teachers and several parents listened intently to what John Champlin hod to say during one of the sessions at the teacher in-service day. pie. and creates its own future. As a district begins to meet the challenge and create and live through expectations, these questions need to be answered. Are the expectations fair, do they serve everyone equal­ ly, do we commit through consensus, and are we com­ mitted to live with them and through them? Those questions he asked on the overall system and he also provided a personal credo that each individual needs to hold, stating: I am responsible for my choices and my behaviors. There are no excuses. I do what I do because it is right. There are no other choices. I act to create my personal quality world. I am proud of what I want. I am a leader. I constantly influence. I am no longer powerless. Champlin explained that this is the beginning of the << Significant change is not easy or instant. But, you’ve got to let go of things that don’t get you what you want, the things that don’t serve all kids. h — John Champlin Educator challenge that will result in a better educational system for all students. “We are at a crossroads in education we change or we perish." he said. “Failure is not acceptable in our business. ” Champlin said that teachers are there to serve the students so that each one can learn how to learn. He continued throughout the day to give challenges, ad vice, and examples of some the things that worked in Johnson City. “Significant change is not easy or instant But. you’ve got to let go of the things that CLIFFORD, from frontpage another character in "The Ghost." The trouble begins when Donna Bratton, the most popular girl in school (Kiley Thaler) is cast in "The Ghost” opposite Clifford L. Mumford, the school nerd. (Scott Evans) as the romantic leads. Donna’s star athlete boyfriend in “Curtain Call Grant "Biff’ Reese (Dwight Wade) isn’t happy about this arrangement at all. So, Biff comes up with a variety of ways to keep “The Ghost” play from happening, such as kidnapping Clifford to making unscripted stage appearances Several other characters in “Curtain Call” just add to the already crazy plot including SEWER PROJECT From frontpagebe started al the end of April. And the contractor is hop­ ing to complete txxh lagoon modifications during the sum­ mer of 1995 instead of waiting to do one in the summer of 1996 That portion of the project will depend on how much sludge must be removed from the existing lagoons once they are drained. BINGO American LegionPMt 1305 9548 Cherry Valley, Caledon,a • THURSDAY • Early Bird - 6:30 PM Miss Eda Troutliver (Abby LaBin), Flooper Bushman (Melanie Johnston), Harry De Wilde (Ben Osborne). Joyce (Many Townsend). Sidney (Jake Blough), Andy (Michael Leedy) and Jerome (Ethan Buist). Additional support cast in­ cluding Rachel Wade, Anne Marie Hart, Arnie Evans, and Josh Cnossen as students, and Michelle Butler. Liz Panza, and Tina Trudell as cheerleaders, and Michael VanderSloot as the coach, add the finishing personalities. don’t get you what you want, the things that don’t serve all kids.” Champlin said. Teachers finished out (he day knowing that changes in the education started with in themselves. Their written responses to the experience were mostly positive according to TK Superintendent Jay Cason And the challenges issued by Champlin will not he • forgotten easily when he said. “Quality is your choice! Ex­ cellence is your choice!” Area Birth GIRL, Tara Sue McKenna, born October IK, 1994 at 12.17 a m. at Butterworth Hospital to Jeff and Deb McKenna of Middleville, weighing K lbs., 15 ozs. and 21 inches long. She was welcomed home by her brother Travis. Proud grandparents arc Dave and Shirley Boss of Wayland. 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'.... �The Sun and Maws, Middtavilla, Ml / Novombor 29, 1994 / Page 3 Middleville’s Mill Park gets big spruce for all to enjoy I his 20-foot-plus blue spruce wos lifted out of the ground and into the truck with relative ease after clearing all of the lines. by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The entire operation only took a little over one hour to tcrno'.c (he 20 t<x>( (all blue spruce and replant it in Mid­ dleville's Mill Park The mature tree has been relocated to the village park just in time to be decorated for the holiday season. Anyone passing by the Stadium Drive home of Greta Greiner might notice the emp­ ty spot in her front yard where the tree used to stand. The spruce had thrived and overgrown its boundaries with its boughs hiding part of a neighbor's fence and covering pan of the sidewalk. Greiner knew something had to be done and she really didn’t want to have the tree cut down. it was planted there over 20 years ago by her late husband The transplanting equipment gently lowered the big tree into the hole prepared for it at the little village park. The tree will serve as a living Christmas tree for Middleville for everyone to enjoy. A Lawsuit Could Bankrupt You! Hmi and yaw busness are probably already protected agaosl uwsurts. but wrth .♦» the mdkin dolar awards bong granted today you should protect yuursetl by also purchasnq an umbf e«a babOty pobcy 'foul fnd the cost qurte reasonable J.L. Schwartz Insurance Agency “Our Policy is Service 497 Arlington St. (M-37) Middleville. Ml 49333 Call: 795-3302 or 891-8208 yJuto-(hcKrn insurance Jkt Digging a hole where the large spruce was to be replanted in Middleville's Mill Park was one of the first steps in the operation. The pointed-nosed scoops of the equipment opened wide and dug into the hard ground like it was soft butter. Howard. Transplanting was a good option according to Greiner. She tried to find someone who would be interested in the tree without much luck That is until she talked to Bill Kenyon who belongs to the Middleville Lions and works for the village in the department of public works. Kenyon got the OK from the village to put the tree into Mill Park right on Main Street The Middleville Lions Club agreed to foot the bill for the i»peration Now the village has a nice. large blue spruce to grace ihe small riverside park And Greiner knows that the spruce is close by and in a place where many can enjoy its natural beauty Greta Greiner has one lost picture taken in front of the large blue spruce that was moved from the front of her Stadium Drive home in Middleville Come Celebrate Christmas Please come join us as we celebrate Christmas CLASSIFIEDS Place Your Advertising Messoge Here • 795-3345 • . . f.4 pay in odvanct you wvt SC’ bang charge Deodtoe it Ft*kry at 4 00 p Jn. Saturday, Dec. 3 at 7:00 p.m Sunday, Dec. 4 at 5:30 p.m at ... St. Paul Lutheran Church 8436 Kraft at 84th Refreshments to follow program. CHRISTMAS JOY TO YOU! �Page 4 I The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml / November 29. 1994 Kent District Library to sponsor ‘Let It Snow’ adult reading club The Kent District Library's “Let It Snow" adult reading club will kick off its 1994-95 program on Thursday. Dec I. The program is designed to promote leisure time reading enjoyment and encourage literacy Participants are challenged to read at least 15 books dur­ ing the four month duration of the program, which runs until March 31. Readers who achieve this goal will be awarded a 1995 edition of the “Let it Snow" coffee mug and will be eligible for a drawing for a $50 savings bond Those who join will receive a booklist of especially “cool” books for winter reading, featuring stories of Arctic and Antarctic explora­ tion. the Iditarod sled dog race and other books and videos about Alaska and the polar regions of the world. The district library also has planned winter programs that parallel the "Let It Snow" theme, including: — Visits to area branches by Dan and Lynda Anderson, who will bring their Siberian huskies and an accompany ing program about racing in the Iditarod — Storytelling by Gary Ivinskas. who will relate his experiences w ith the Inuit In­ dians of Alaska — A special family movie party at Lock’s Star Theater on Feb 11, 1995 In addition, participants will be included in a December drawing for two family passes to the Coopersville & Marne Railway's Santa Train. Target Stores and DeVries Travel Anyone needing further in­ formation about the program should contact either the Publicity and Promotions Department of the Kent “Let It Snow" will culminate with an April 20 celebration at the Grand Rapids Public Museum’s new Van Andel Museum Center. The event will include refreshments and awards and will feature personalities from WOOD AM and EZ 105.7 FM radio along with Michigan singer Kitty Donahoe and her songs and stories of Michigan's history. Her performance will be underwritten by a special Library Service and Construc­ tion Act Grant. The reading club, now in its fourth year, is open to adults of high school age and older. It is sponsored by WOOD AM and EZ 105.7. Old Kent Bank. First of America Bank. District Library (336-2013) or a local branch library. The Caledonia branch of the Kent District Library is located at 240 Emmons, and can be reached at 891-1502. For Your Convenience THE REMINDER Now Accepts MASTERCARD OR VISA ..for payment of classified advertising. Call 945-9554 with your card number II you wish to charge an ad , J Ad Graphics The Hastings Reminder LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church — Serving a Living Lord SUNDAY....... 9:45a m . 11 00a m A 6:00p.m WEDNESDAY.................Family Night - 6:30 p m 7240 68th Street, SE — Caledonia 2 mile* east of M-37 Pastor. Rev. Brian F. Harrison Youth Pastor, Darrel L. Schrock FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville Bruce N. Stewart, Pastor Lee Taylor, Assistant Pastor Sunday School.............................................. 9:45 a m. Sunday Morning Worship Service...... 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer..................6:45 p.m. Word of Life Clubs...................................... 6:45 p.m. WELCOME TO CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "A church with a caring heart for our community and the world" Sunday Services....... 9:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. M-37 at 100th St., Caledonia, Ml Church Office: (616) 891-1512 Rev. Gerald Van Oyen Al Tiemeyer Community Calling Pastor Mark Beers Pastor Scott Reaching People With Christ 8:30 am to 9:30 am — First Worship Service 9:30 am to 9:45 am — Coffee Fellowship 9:45 am to 10:45 am — Sunday School 10:45 am to 11 00 am — Coffee Fellowship 11 00 am to 12:00 — Second Worship Service Nursery and Children's Church will be provided during both services "Set an example In speech. >n Me, m love, m faith and in purity " __________ 1 Timothy 4 12 jfWnst Jin Lu 3Knsaru Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street 314 E. Main, Middleville Phone: 795-9030 Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass............................. 5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass..................... 9:00 a.m A 11:00 a.m. Traditional Roman Catholic Latin Mass Rev. Fr. Francisco Radecki, CMRI Sacred Heart Devotions Sunday Mass: 4:00 P.M. Confessions and Rosary: 20 Minutes before Mass WHITNEVVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 8546 WhitneyvHle Ave at 84th St *891-8661 'The Church where everybody a somebody... .. .and Jesus Christ is Lord" Sunday School....................................... 930 a m. Sunday Morning WorsNp...................... 1030 a.m. Sunday Evenrg WorWp.................. 600 p m. Wed McTweeu Prayer A Study...... 7-00 pm 9ev Mtar JoOsor °astor Steve jacoon. vo&Ratot CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST CHRISTIAN REFORMED 6201 Whitneyville Avenue Sun. Morning Worship.............10:30 a.m. Sunday School..................................... 9:30a.m. Evening Service................................... 6:00p.m. Rev. Bernard Mulder, Pastor 868-6306 LEIGHTON UNITED METHODIST Located in Leighton Township Games United Brethren Church Kalamazoo Avenue al 92nd Street Caledonia, Mkhtgan Telephoc W8 8252 CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Rev. James Cusack LAKESIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH “God Cares for You” Cornerstone Wesleyan Church Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Sunday Morning Worship ..9:30 a.m. (Interpreted for hearing impaired). .11:10 a.m. Sunday School.................................... ..6:30 p.m. Sunday Evening Service..................... Pioneer Qub .6:30 p.m. (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday...... Prayer Meeting - Wednesday............ Youth Fellowship - Sunday.............................. 5:00 p.m. RAY TOWNSEND. Pastor TIM DOUBLESTEIN. Youth Director QA1 QmO OV1 "OUZO MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 708 West Main Street Morning Worship Service............. 10:00 a m Sunday School................................ 11:15 a m Evening Worship Service................ 6:00 p.m. YOU ARE INVITED Rev Roger Timmerman, Pastor 795-3667 MIDDLEVILLE and PARMELEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES 111 Church Street Parmelee Morning Worship........... 9 30 am Middleville Sunday School............ 9 45 a m Miaaievilie Worship...................... 11:00a m. Pastor Jeffrey Let Phone 795-7076 Barner Free • M-37 between Caledonia A Middleville Sunday Worship Services....... 8:30 or 11:00, 6:00 Children's Churdv'Youth Worship during morning services. Caraway Si puppet ministry for K 4th (hiring evening service* Sunday School........................................ 9:45-10:45 Wednesday Night “Family Night” 6:45-8:15 Includes Adventure Club. Choirs for Children and Adults. High School Youth Group and Adult Clawcs For information call: 891-8119 St. Paul Lutheran Kraft Ave & 84th St., Caledonia, Mt (Missouri Synod) "Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. " Rom. 12:10 First Service.......................................8:30 a.m. Sunday School.................................. 9:45 a.m. (Fellowship Coffee 9:45 a m. to 10:00 a m.) Bible Classes.................................. 10:00 A.m. Second Service............................. 11:00 a m (All Services have a Nursery available) Rev. Robert Gerke Office: 891-8688 Church: 891-9878 GUN LAKF2 COMMUNITY CHURCH -f 12200 Chief Noonday Raed (at Gun take) Wayland, Michigan 49348 • 795-7903 Ramer free / Programs for AU Ages jSSSui . Sunday Worship 10 (JO am Wednesday Rev. Lynn Wagner — 795-3798 Rev. Carroll Fowler — 765-5316 Church Office Phone — 795-9266 (Ehr Did Wimr ^(rtl^dist (Church 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E Alto, Michigan 49302 Sunday School................... 10:00 a.m. Church School 9:30 a m. Morning Worship.............. 11:00 a.m. Meeting at the Comer of Choir Practice 9:30a.m. Wood School Rd. and Wing Rd. Evening Worship................. 6:00 p.m. Worship Service 10:30 a.m. Services — Wednesday Prayer Meeting/ 250 Vine Street Sunday School KMX)a.m Children's Classes........ 7 00 p.m. Church Office — 891-8669 Morning Worship ..11:00a.m. Royle Bailard, Pastor Parsonage — 891-8167 Evening Worship............................. 6 00p.m. Rev. Bobby Dale Whitlock Peace Reformed Church — 868-6437 — ' Family Night ' 600pm Rdeww. JoyM The Reorganized CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST of Latter Day Saints 8146 68th St near Whitneyvilk Ave .060^ Church School, Sunday........................ 9 45 a.m. S Morning Worship.,. 11 00 am Evening Worship...... 6 00pm Wcd Fellowship . .7 30 pm (in homes or church) call Pastor Robert Loesch 698-6027 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / November 29 1994 / Pan* ** United Methodist bazaar in Middleville, Saturday Lois Bremer and "Mike" Eavey put out Christmas crafts for an earlier bazaar at the United Methodist Church in Middleville Examples of the greenery that will be available at the United Methodist Church this Saturday are displayed in this file photo. of a Christmas bazaar this fresh greens made by church As it has for at least the members, as well as many year. past 25 years, the United The bazaar, with the theme other Christmas crafts. A Methodist Church in of "Cozy, Old Fashioned popular item that has always Middleville will be the scene Christmas," will be held this sold well at the annual sale Saturday, Dec. 3 from 9 a.m. are the cookbooks filled with tried-and-true recipes of the to 1 p.m. Coffee and doughnuts will ladies of the church. The be served at 9 a.m. and lunch latest edition of the cook book is named "Heavenly will be at 11:30 a.m. Featured at the sale will be Cooking." TK Christmas dinner set, concert to be Dec. 8 Stop and see - your choice is clear. Richard J. Choryan, O.D. DOCTOR OF OPTOMETRY 133 E Main St, Caledonia. Ml 891-9224 Area senior citizens are in­ vited to attend this year’s TK Christmas dinner and choir concert at noon Thursday. Dec 8. Both the TK middle school and high school choirs will perform a selection of Christmas songs. The dinner, prepared by the high school kitchen staff, will include turkey, mashed potatoes, dressing, rolls, dessert and beverage. The concert will begin at noon in the auditorium. Lunch will follow in the cafeteria at 12:45. Please RSVP by Friday, Dec. 2, by calling Communi­ ty Education. 795-3397. Middleville Post Office to extend Saturday hours The Middleville Post Office will have longer Saturday hours between now and Christmas Beginning this Saturday. Dec. 3, the full-service win­ dows will stay open until noon rather than closing at 10 a.m. These hours will be in effect on three consecutive Satur­ days. Dec 10, 17 and 24. The extra hours will help accommodate extra holiday mailings, according to Postmaster Patrick Kelly. Regular Saturday hours will resume Dec. 31. Hours can vary from post office io post office, accor­ ding to Kelly. so. patrons can not assume that another office also will have extended hours. The annual Christmas parade, which will start at 1 p.m., will end in the church parking lot, and Santa will be there to talk to his friends. Hot chocolate will be served. Be sure to stay after the parade and bazaar to see "Merry Christ mas-Pass it On," presented by the Village Players of Middleville. Two presentations are planned for the afternoon. We worry about choosing the right gift, but we don't worry about each other. My husband s had a busy life as a news­ paperman. When I developed multiple sclerosis, he couldn't quit work to care for me, so I got Lifeline. After he retired, he broke his hip, so he got a Lifeline button, too. Now, if either of us has a physical problem at home, we don't have to try to get to the telephone. We just push our Lifeline button. Lifeline does the rest. If we can't answer, they call a list we gave them includ­ ing neighbors, our son, the police or ambulance, and they don't stop until they know we re taken care of. So when the holiday season comes around, we can worry about choosing the right gifts for our family... instead of worrying about each other. And our family doesn't have to worry about us. LIFELINE* I------------------ 1 I PENNOCK HOSPITAL I I I | | j Dawn L. Yager Director of Volunteers Lifeline Coordinator 948-3109 I Or I I | | | Mike Huver Education Director 945-3451 Ext. 422 I__________________ I �Page 6 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I November 29, 1994 Benders have a long, happy history in Middleville by Jean Gallup Staff Writer The Bender brothers have been a part of Middleville since 1917, and while the they can't technically call Middleville their home-town, they probably do. The boys were born in Dutton before the family moved to Middleville, with just youngest sister Florence bom in the village they all call home. They arc the children of Phillip and Abigail Bender, who as young farmers, came to Middleville in 1917. The draw for Phillip was the farm be would work, for Abigail, a new house. Florence was bom in the new home, making the Bender family complete. The new house was "very modern,’’ with a single register furnace, and an indoor bathroom. The aimmode featured a wooden water closet above the head, with a chain for the user to puli. While the home had most of the latest conveniences of the time, a bath tub was added later Ward. 81, Russell. 83, Walter 85, and Forrest, who recently passed on at the age of 90, all were farmers within three miles of Middleville, and all lived within a few miles of each other Russell notes the McFall Elementary School was part of his farm, and the TK High School football field was also part of his farm. The only “rebel" in the Bender family, was Elmer "Mike" who worked for the Thomapple Kellogg School system with the buses for 30 years. Mike is now 88 and lives with his wife Edna in Holland. The bus complex which was recently built to replace the buses lost in a fire several years ago bears his name. A visit with three of the Middleville "Benders," Russell. Waiter and Ward, is a pleasant trip through the past, filtered by time and memories. The men remember as boys when they started school, they walked a mile and three quarters to school Sa^^-,^_3rd. 9:00 am - 4:00 pm - MIDDLEVILLE VFW 123 East Main St. Crafts, Baked Goods Lunch Available — Sponsored by Middleville VFW Auxiliary — & SORE FEET ANKLES? I Assignment Accepted! Medicare, B.C.B.S., PPO, HMO Diabetics • ADult & Children Foot Problems »V.KENT PODIATRY V rib’ Terrence J. Emiley, D.P.M. |f 1 612 Main Street in Caledonia • Call...891-9133 The Bender family of Middleville pose for a photo in the early 1920s. Florence, in front with father Phillip and back each day. Walter recalls they could have walked just a mile, but that would have been cross lots and there was an ugly bull and a farmer that discouraged the youngsters from taking a chance with the animal. When they went to high school, the boys often made the round trip again to play basketball. All went barefoot from spring's first dandelions, until fall's cold made it impractical. They hoed the aim fields, pitched hay onto a horse drawn wagon and helped put the hay into the bams. They remember cutting the grass using a push mower. On hillsides, a rope would let one boy pull, the other push. Before electricity came to the farm, there were no milking machines and the boys milked all the cows by hand. They milked before breakfast, and milked after supper, too, they recollect. But, they had a battery powered radio, and listened to KDKA Pittsburgh, which Walt recalls as, "really something." The family always went to church; none of them remember missing any Sundays. Walt recalls going to church in a sleigh. In those days in the winter time, the family car was put up on blocks where it stayed until the roads were good in the spring. Russell said. The family garden grew a wide variety of everything a family needed and they never lacked for food. They all remember eating lots of good farm food that they had raised. Mother and father never worried, more likely never even heard, warnings about cholesterol, fat or any other reason not to eat good food. When the farmer $ gathered into gangs" Jo thresh wheat and fill silos, the groups worked one farm after another, with the men and boys working in the fields, and the women and girls in the farmhouse, preparing food. It was a point of pride among the farm wives to put on a good meal or "spread" for the threshers, and the boys quickly learned who were the best cooks in the county. Ward says with a grin that they also learned who the worst ones were in a hurry, too. When the Depression hit, the Bender family, like many families that earned their living from the land, had plenty of food. About the only thing they noticed. Ward remembers, was money was tight for buying kerosene for their lamps. As for deprivation, Ward quips the Depression didn't make much difference to them; "We never had any money, anyway." Russell remembers that his mother took in washings in later life, something he now thinks was probably to bring in extra money. At the time, he pointed out, all old folks were in the same predicament. "They got not a penny in social security," he said. Father had two inviolate rules for his sons. Every boy started doing farm work at age 10 and everyone had to remain at home until they were 21. When they reached 21, they each received $100. Dad never believed in alcohol or tobacco, a point not lost on the boys. None of them ever saw him sick in bed, he never was in a hospital, and dad Bender was ill for just two days before his death, Russell noted. "We were all proud of our dad. He was on the school board wher. they built the new school in 1931. And, he was just an old farmer with a third grade education," he said. "I never saw a family that got along so well," Russell continued, "we all thought a lot of our parents." Living a long time runs in the Bender family, with some family members living to be older than 100, which helps connect the family to history. Russell has the marriage license of his grandfather s which is dated in 1846 and mother Abigail was born in Middleville in 1917. The rest of the Bender children were bom in Dutton. "Think of it; that was in Lincoln's time," Walter said. Russell is married to Alice Hackney. Walter to Lois Parma lee, Ward is married to Vernice Hughson, Elmer "Mike" and Edna Helmink are married and Florence is married to Kingsley Dickerson. Kingsley worked for the state highway department. Forrest was married to Ann Reid. Edna, a sister who was born between Forrest and Elmer, died in 1956 at the age of 51. She was married to Maynard Miller. The homestead, or the modern house the Benders moved into in 1917, is still a farm house, and sits on Bender Road. It's occupied today by farmers Marlin and Cindy Wenger. The Benders don't offer any advice on how to live a long life, but they stay active. And, they smile a lot. A strong sense of humor is evident, talking to Russell, Walter and Wanl Russell will show guests a t-shirt with a large photo reproduced on the front. It shows his son Bob and his daughters Beverly, Mary and Joan laughing and clowning, with one of Beverly's fingers firmly up Bob's nose. The I < I never saw a family that got along so well. We all thought a lot of our parents. ’’ — Russell Bender others have fingers in his ears. And, with a laugh, Russell will demonstrate a cane with a bulb horn on it to honk at people to warn them to get out of the way when he's coming through. 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In Middleville, the owner and staff of Gavin Chevrolet/Buick/Pontiac/Gco in Middleville are encouraging area residents to bring new toys to their showroom for the Reserve to distribute to deserving children at Christmas time The "Toys for Tots" pickup truck parked at the Middleville car dealership already has several toys in it donated by Gavin to help get off project off the ground. Any kind of toys are fine, and can be dropped off dimng regular business hours. The drive will run from now until the third week of December Staff members of Gavin Chevrolet-Buick-Pontiac Geo in Middleville need help in filling the truck with Christmas presents for needy children They are, on the left of the truck, Ann Korson and Rick Levay, and on the right, Sue Enders and Larry Rowden. Talk Back All about school menus Community support makes 1994 Veterans Day services By Douglas Busman, ( aledonia Superintendent Q I would like to know who designs the school menus? A. Enk Nccnng, food service supervisor, and the cooks from each building arc responsible for planning the menus In the future, students councils in each of the buildings will also be involved with regular input on menu development Q. What are the standard requirements? A. Each day the menu must consist of a bread item, fruit, vegetable, milk and protein. Q. Do you offer the opportunity for breakfast and midmoring snacks? A. Recent studies have again supported the importance of breakfast or mid-morning snacks, especially for children. Dut­ ton Elementary will begin serving breakfast in January, and a breakfast program is already in place at all our other buildings. In addition, a choice of healthy foods and other “snacks” is also available each morning for students who need a nourish­ ment boost. Q. Are you concerned with the fat content in school lunches? A. We are working now to lower the fat in our menus. For example. I percent milk is being served, foods at the elemen­ tary schools are no longer being fried, and vendors are being asked to provide information about the fat content of their pro­ ducts. Based on the efforts already begun, we recently received a $2,000 grant to support continued efforts to reduce the fat in our lunch servings. Q. How can parents become involved in the lunch program? A. Our food service department is always open to sugges­ tions about food prarents would like to have served, as well as to being advised about the type of food their kids would like to eat The Food Service Department is also working on the idea of a cookbook of kids’ favorite foods. These cookbook recipes would then be incorporated into the school lunch program Please feel free call Erik Neering in the Food Service Department at 891-0227 with suggestions or comments or for further information. If you have questions about this subject, or have a concern you would like to see addressed in this column, please either call the Caledonia Community Schools Administrative Office at 891-8185 or write to Superintendent Douglas Busman at P.O. Box 128. Caledonia. Ml 49316 I AFFORDABLE Family Dental Care Ronald B. Stegehuis, D.D.S. 891-1240 We welcome new patients. Please cal! for your appointment available Monday-Saturday 9505 Cherry Valley Rd. Caledonia - oa M-37 tn the new State Farm Bldg just north of the bght *—■ m Nearly 100 residents braved a blustery evening to join the Caledonia Legion Post 305 for Veterans Day services Nov. II “Our members appreciate all the community members who turned out for the ser­ vice. despite the chilly weather." said Caledonia Ixgion Auxiliary Secretary Barbara Scott. Legionnaires, along with the Auxiliary and the Caledonia branch of the Sons of the American Legion, chose an evening ceremony to honor the veterans who died for their country. “The service also honored those veterans still living, those who are still in the ser­ vice and those who support our military through the Legion, the SALS and the Auxiliary," Scott said. Members of the three organizations comprised the color guard and the honor guard for the ceremony, and speakers included Legion members Bill White. Dave Stauffer, Chaplain Tom Zigler, Commander Mark Langkamp. Auxiliary Presi­ dent Diane Grinage and Aux­ iliary Chaplain Shelly Langkamp. Legion member John Con­ nolly sang the national an­ them. and Russell Scott placed a wreath at the base of the Veterans Memorial Stone located on the post grounds. Scott said that represen tatives from ihe Kentwood AMVETS (American Veterans of Foreign Wars) also participated in the color guard. 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Jody Blain was nasKiemified in last week s Hastings Banner photo of offensive linemen who made the All­ Barry County team. The sports department regrets the error. 795“7900 for details TRUE VALUE HOMES In Cider Mill Village A Community of Carefree Manufactured Homes Private Property Land Home Financing Available 812 RIVER BEND LANE - MIDDLEVILLE CIDER MILL VILLAGE -795-6006 �Page 8 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I November 29. 1994 Caledonia’s Christmas parade planned Saturday, Dec. 10 Santa will officially arrive in Caledonia on Saturday. Dec. 10 as the honored guest in the traditional Mam Street Christmas parade The marchers will step out at 11 a m. from the Caledonia Community Education Building parking lot. All residents are welcome to enter the parade with a float, in costume or on horseback, said Buff Rodgers, one of the organizers of the event. “Everyone is welcome to join in with some Christmas spirit.” he added Those planning to par­ ticipate should contact Don Apsey at the Caledonia Auto Parts store (891-4085). par­ ticularly if it is a group entry or a float of some kind. Rodgers said. As always. Santa will be the center of attention, although his special reindeer Rudolph may accompany Santa this year, along with one of the elves from the North Pole headquarters The businesses and residents sponsoring the parade also plan to hand out some treats to the youngsters after the parade. Rodgers said. “We hope to hase our usual great turnout.” he added “We’d just like to remind people planning to enter that candy is not to be thrown to spectators. “Village ordinance pro­ hibits the throw ing of candy during a parade as a safety measure Candy can be hand­ ed out to the kids, though.” Anyone with questions about the parade or about par­ ticipating should contact Apsey for information. Santa Claus will officially come to Caledonia with the annual Christmas parade to be held this year on December 10. This friendly Santa balloon has been a tradi­ tional hit with parade goers. (File photo) Middleville Christmas parade will be Saturday, Dec. 3 Middleville And if it snows, that’s even better! The parade is ready to roll right down Main Street at 1 p m Saturday. Dec. 3. Music will be provided, compliments of the Thornapple Kellogg High School mar­ ching band. No Christmas parade would be complete without Santa Claus, so the jolly old elf has promised to be on hand. After the parade. Santa will greet children at the village park to find out what is on each one’s Christmas wish list. The parade, sponsored by the Middleville Lions, still bv Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Chilly weather only sets the scene for the annual Christmas parade in $ Credit Problems? Cash $ $ Problems? We can help. $ $ $ $ $ Refinancing • Home Improvement • Debt Consolidation A-One Mortgage Corp 310 44th Si.. S.W.. Wyoming, Ml 49548 1-800*870-2663 $ $ $ $ $ Knott’s Greenhouses 3422 76th Street S.E. Phone... (Vi way between Kalamazoo & M-37) (616) 698-8221 Saturday, Dec. 3 10 a.m.-5 p.m. * w /A r. Beautiful Poinsettias Starting at... 1 for home decorating and for gifts. to 12” pots also hanging baskets. Visit our Gift Area for. • Wreaths • Fine Gifts • Mini Christmas Trees • Baskets • Crafts Delivery Available OPEN: 10 a m. to 6 p.m. Mon.-Fri 10 a m. to 5 p.m. Sat. 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Ml I November 29. 1994 / Page 9 Caledonia Board OKs music equipment purchases bv Barbara Gall Staff Writer The Caledonia Board of Education has approved the first year s expenditures of a three-year plan to upgrade the high school's music equipment. The board agreed to fund approximately $15,000 of the $18.(XX) requested for the 1994-95 school year, with the other $3,000 coming from the high school furnishings budget. Caledonia Schools Business Manager Judi Dean said the $15,000 approved by the board will come from the district’s capital outlay budget “Each year, the board establishes a capital outlay budget item for needs like this." she explained. Some of the funds are ear­ marked for specific items, such as the district’s furniture replacement plan for the five school buildings. Another, smaller amount is set aside to use on a district-wide basis, and it from this fund that the district’s share of the music equipment will be funded, she said “Because of renewed in­ terest in the hand and a grow­ ing orchestra, the board this year chose to spend the money on the music program." she said. The three-year plan for the music department will help equip the programs at a stan­ dard expected by the com­ munity. said Caledonia Prin­ cipal Tonya Porter. TK Bulletin Board Calendar of Events Through Dec. 9 — Orders will be taken (prepaid) for the ‘Sweatin' for the Library' sweatshirts. No orders past 3 p.m. on the 9th. $15 per sweatshirt Contact the school if you are interested Nov. 29 — Craft work bee at McFall. 9:15-10:45 Art talks for second graders Walk with a Line. Nov. 30 — Art talk for second graders (thank you. art docents). Dec. 1 — Globetravclers come to Page! Dec. 2 — Living Science tide pool comes to McFall, children get to touch real sea creatures, including a shark. (P E T. Dec. 2-3 — H.S. play, “Curtain Call for Clifford." I>ec. 6 — All are invited to an evening of book ideas for Christmas! At McFall, at 7 p.m with Mr Bill Rich. Dec. 8 — 4th grade craft day. don’t forget your $2.50. Looking Ahead.... Dec. 12-16 — Holiday food collection at all the buildings. Dec. 14-15 — Science Alive at West (P.E.T. funded). Dec. 19 — McFall parties. Dec. 20 — Christmas parties at all three elementaries. M.S. Student council has special day for middle schoolers: go roller skating or go to a show! Dec. 21 — Half day of school. Dec. 22-Jan. 2 — Holiday break. Jan. 3, 1995 — School resumes. Jan. 5 — Immunization Clinic for 9th graders and others needing updated immunization. Jan. 10 — P.E.T. meeting. 9:30 a.m. at McFall. April 3-7 — Spring break. Quote of the Week — Not all of us have to possess ear­ thshaking talent. Just common sense and love will do. Need Printing Done? Call “Many of these expen­ ditures are simply to replace essential equipment needed to maintain the program." she said. “They are necessary ex­ penses if we are going to have a band, for instance.” The purchases will benefit not only the band, but also the orchestra and vocal music programs The first year of the plan provides chairs for the music room, along with a sound system for the choir room and amplifiers for the music department’s keyboards instruments to be purchased include marching bells, a str­ ing bass, a piccolo, a drum set. three synthesizers and a baritone sax. Dean emphasized that the board has approved only the first year’s expenses of the three-year plan “The Board Finance Com­ mittee believes it would not be appropriate to make further commitments of this nature until it has a better understan­ ding of our financial future." she said. Listed as recommended purchases for 1995-96 are music stands, a marching French horn, an oboe, a bas­ soon. marching percussion, a set of four timpani and a piano, touting an estimated SI6.25O The third year of the plan calls for a new baritone sax and a contra bass clarinet, which total an estimated $2,300. However, additions could be made to the 1995-96 and 1996-97 plans after the new middle school is in operation, and a better idea of the actual inventory and purchase needs for the music program can be established. Porter said. The three-year plan sent to the board notes that all band instruments need “major repair." but probably can be kept playing for another five years. Caledonia Schools Band Director Tom Peck explained that the average “life expec­ tancy" of a school -ow ned in­ strument is about eight years. The newest band instru­ ment we have is a two-yearold tuba, and all the others are at least eight years old or older." he said. A band student who uses a school -owned instrument pays a user fee of $15. which goes toward any repair and the biannual overhaul of the instrument Except for percussionists, students who share an instru­ ment can split the user fee Because they play a number of instruments, each percus­ sionist pays a $15 fee. Peck explained. However, the average cost of repair generally runs $30 to $40. he said. Band students pay for their own gloves ($2) and for their marching shoes, which cost about $25 new. Graduating seniors and students who outgrow their shoes often sell them to other students at a reduced price, he said. Orchestra Director Pete DeLille said that his students do not pay a user fee because the only orchestra instruments owned by the school are the two basses, which always stay in the building. Many orchestra students lease their instruments from private music companies. The girls do pay a $15 tee for the blouse portion of their concert attire, but get to keep the blouse at the end of the year. Boys do mH pay anything for their concert tuxes, whch arc returned to the school, and whether a fee will be charged in the future has not been decided. DeLille said. Both directors said they would be happy to answer questions about their pro­ grams and the needs of the in­ strumental sections of the music department They can be reached by calling the high school at 891 8129 or 891-8130 CHS band adds holiday cheer at Woodland The Caledonia High School marching band added some “Silver Bells” and a little “Joy to the World" as it helped kick off the Christmas shopping season at Woodland Mall recently. The band’s Nov. 19 ap­ pearance came at the request of the mall management, and the musicians were well received by the early morning crowd of shoppers and walkers, said Caledonia Musk? Association member Anne Milzarski. Dressed in full uniform, the band marched each wing of the mall, stopping six times to play Christmas carols. At each stop. Drum Major Bridget Casey chose a youngster from the crowd to play the “Jingle Bells” with the band, and Milzarski said a hairdresser from one of the shops who joined the proces­ sion also had fun playing the jingle bells as they marched along. Milzarski said that families “just beamed" when their children got to join the perfor­ mance. and added that an elderly couple in the crowd commented on how wonderful it was that the students would 945-9554 come out to entertainment. provide the The Caledonia High School marching band is under the direction of Tom Pec k. Photos wcrc provided by Milzarski The CHS band performed several Christmas concerts throughout the mall, entertaining the shoppers and walkers with some songs of the season. The band performed at the invitation of the mall management. MOVING... day is Sunday, Dec. 4th! FAST • ECONOMICAL • INNOVATIVE We will be open Monday, Dec. 5 at our NEW LOCATION two doors north: 9800 Cherry Valley Ave. (M-37) the phone number will still be: at our present location thru Saturday, Dec. 3 West Elementary re-enacts first Thanksgiving Students in the class of Jan Muir at West Elementary in Middleville assumed the roles of pilgrims and Indians as they re-enacted what dinner could have been like on that first Thanksgiving. The children enjoyed a turkey dinner with oil the fixin's, lost Tuesday. Caledonia Rent All 9818 Cherry Valley Ave (M-37) Caledonia • 616-891-0050 Open Monday Saiuraay 8am to 530 p m �Page 10 / The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml / November 29. 199* W X**X. V^X WX WX VAVAxZvAV^ V'xX VA *** XS^JXSSX_WX_V^X Reason's Greetings from LET US INTRODUCE OUR OFFICE f We are excited to be our community’s first eye doctor. Our office opened on Main Street in Caledonia in 1981. We are located between the original SAM’S JOINT restaurant and CALEDONIA’S POST OFFICE. 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It is best to have all kids checked for vision problems before they start kindergarten. Do not be fooled by the vision screen­ ing done in school or at the physicians office. This is not meant to replace a complete vision exam. It is designed simply to pick up extreme problems with vision. Remember, most kids cannot tell you they do not see clear­ ly. They cannot know the difference between good and bad vision if they have had no comparison. Please watch your school age children carefully for the follow­ ing symptoms: tod Holding a book very close bd Wiggling while reading bd Leaning close to work area bd Head tilt bd Short attention span for studies bd Frequent headaches in afternoon bd Sitting close to the television DID YOU KNOW? Not only signs of eye diseases, but also signs of systemic diseases such as diabetes and high blood pressure can be detected dur­ ing an optometric examination of the eyes and vision. Contact lenses are not just for teenagers any more. 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Drawing held December 19, 1994 at 5:00 p.m. 1 Please Print All Information Clearly! 1 1 1 NAME __________________________________________ 1 1 ADDRESS:__________________________________________________________ CITY STATE ZIP: MERRY CHRISTMAS! 1 1 ! 1 1 PHONE:___________________________________________________________ 1 1 1 1 1_____________________ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 (Entry must be dropped off at Dr Choryan’s office. No mail entries can be accepted. No reproduction of certificate can be accepted.) ■X ** XwX V'-X. V* XX X-"'X -X X*'X V-X Xpfe VA XK«X Xf»X X"*X wx t �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / November 29. 1994 Thornapple Trail becomes Eagle Scout project for local youth Erik guides some wood debris into the shredder with some help from Mark. Rustin and Ion wait with still more fallen branches that will be shredded into mulch. Schools. His goal is to remove all the debris in the schools’ stretch of the right-of-way as part of a local effort to establish a 20-mile Thornapple Trail on the old railroad bed If organizers are successful, the proposed trail would cut through some lovely coun­ tryside between Kentwood and the Barry County Fairgrounds. As part of his project. Erik also will put up barriers to by Barbara Gall Staff Writer When Erik Fleischmann. 15. says he is doing some clean-up work as his Eagle .Scout community project, he is not talking about picking up a few candy bar wrappers Erik is more into the dead branches, fallen trees and just plain junk that now litter the 1.5-mile section of the old Penn Central railroad rightof-way now owned by the Caledonia Community Obituaries Charles W. Cox Cox of Kentwood; eight grandchildren; one greatgranddaughter; one niece, one step-son, Donald (Roxanne) Bouchard of Hastings; one step-daughter, Joyce (Lloyd) Phillips of Louisiana; eight step-grandchildren, three step­ great grandchildren. Funeral and Commital Services were held on Wednesday at the Beeler Funeral Chapel with Reverend Lynn Wagner officiating. Interment was at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Middleville. Memorial contributions may be made to Parmalee United Methodist Church. NASHVILLE - Charles W. Cox, 85, of Nashville, passed away on Sunday, November 20,1994 at Thornapple Manor. He was bom on April 16, 1909 in Hastings, the son of Maurice and Lois (Payne) Cox. He attended and graduated from Kalamazoo Central High School. Surviving are his wife, Margaret L. Cox; one daught­ er, Marilyn (Jack) Van Artsen of Grand Rapids; three sons, Ronald (Karen) Cox of Cali­ fornia, Charles Cox of Califor­ nia and Gregory (Margaret) Why call Spencer's rowing? ■ ■ ■ ■ 24 Hour Service Radio Dispatch Fully Insured Flatbed Service ■ ■ ■ ■ Jumpstarts Lock Outs 8 Trucks Available Emergency Tire Repair We bill direct to every insurance agency in Barry County, including: • ERS • AAA • Allstate • Amoco • Farmers • AARP • State Farm • Montgomery Wards • Cross Country • Auto Owners keep motorized vehicles from entering the trail, which the schools hope to use as a way students and village residents can walk to and from the new middle school. The trail also could allow spectators at football or track events to park at the new mid­ dle school and then walk the short distance to the football­ track complex. Fleischmann received per­ mission from the school district to work on cleaning up its section of the trail. Organizers of the local “rails to trails” effort feel that as a result, this will be the first section of the Thomapple Trail to be open and accessi­ ble to walkers, joggers and bikers. This trail is part of a nation­ wide “rails to trails" project, which seeks to convert aban­ doned railroad beds into recreational trails, which are called “linear parks." For his part in the project, Fleischmann is creating a cleared path 10 feet wide, which runs from Caledonia Village to the middle school site. With the help of his father and members of Boy Scout Troop 202, he is shredding and then mulching the wood debris that blocks the trail. Junk that has been dumped on the path is being hauled to the dumpster at the middle school, where Pioneer Con­ struction officials have agreed Fleischmann can dispose of the metal and other nonrecyclable stuff. An Eagle project usually lakes 40 to 60 hours of work on the part of the Scout, said Eriks father, F red Fleischmann, who is the leader of Scout Troop 202. ‘That includes the planning and the actual implementation of the project.” he added. Officials of the Caledonia Schools said they were happy to OK Erik’s project we are on the 911 emergency Call List MIDDLEVILLE CHS Student Congress dinner to honor girls’ cross-country team The Caledonia High School Student Congress invites the community to help honor the school’s state champion girls’ cross-country team at a special dinner Monday, Dec. 5. “The Caledonia Student Congress strives to rcognize and pay tribute to all those students at CHS who have achieved outstanding ac­ complishments," said a press release from the Congress. “We would like the com­ munity’s help in con­ gratulating the girls’ crosscountry team on a phenomenal season. " The dinner will be held at the high school cafeteria, beginning at 6 p.m. Described as a “sit-down" dinner, the meal will include turkey and ham. plus Christmas accompaniments, and will be served by Student Congress members. Each team member and two of her family members will be guests of the Student Congress and enjoy the dinner free of charge. Others attending will be asked to pay $5. A slide program highlighting the girls’ season will be shown after the meal and the Student Congress has planned a special presentation for the team, said Director of Athletics and Student Ac­ tivities Jeanne Glowicki. “The Student Congress has planned a very nice meal for the occasion, and will be decorating the cafeteria as well as helping with prepara­ tions and serving," she said. “That way the Congress can put on a nice dinner event at a very affordable price for our community. The whole focus is for the community to help recognize the girls' achievements." Glowicki said that the Con­ gress hopes for a big turnout, and has extended special in vitations to some of the fans who supported the girls at all their meets Also receiving special in­ vitations arc the members of the Caledonia Village Council and Township Board, state legislators and alumni of the CHS cross country and track programs. Reservations are necessary, however, so anyone who can attend should contact the CHS athletic office (891-0211) by Wednesday, Nov. 30. • Homeowners ** Cash Fast * *1 at and 2nd Mortgage puroheae or refoence "Land contrad raRnanrjrg • Home or Rental Progeny Stow Credit O X. •&« Coneoiidatnn etc. *Faat Easy "Call24 Houn AMtau Mongage L Finance Corp 800-060-2221 FREE Pre-OueWlcatton Dykstra’s Preferred Poured Walls, Inc. SPENCER S TOWING 795-3369 or 1-800-635-9964 Caledonia Boy Scout Erik Fleischmann, standing, is helping clear debris from the old Penn Central Railroad right of way as his Eagle Scout community proj®*"! Helping Erik recently remove logs and shred sticks and branches are fellow members of Troop 202, Rustin Manning (left), Mark Osgerby and Ian Fleischmann. • Poured basement walls Flatwork • Farm work SLrQdT • * Caledonia Farmers Elevator ROB DYKSTRA, Owner 10698 Finkbeinef Rd., Middleville 7QE / / O/ A 136 E. Main Street • Caledonia 891-8108 • Open 6 Davs a Week �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I November 29. 1994 I Page 13 Lions, Rotarians to compete in blood drive Monday, Dec. 5 Local woman is associate director of Somerset Group Lisa Finkbeiner of Middleville was recently named associate director of the Somerset Group in Grand Rapids. The Somerset Group is composed of facilities that provide assisted living in Georgetown Manor, Cambridge Manor. Yorkshire Manor. Stonebridge Manor, and now Oxford Manor, where Finkbeiner is employed. Another facility. Windsor Manor, is scheduled to be completed in the fall of!995. Each manor is divided into two distinct care centers, each with its own living room, dining room and nurses station. One care center is for those residents with Alzheimers’s or other dementias who may require close supervision, as well as Lisa Ankbeiner The first blood drive for this seoson will be a draw-off" between the Mid­ dleville Rotarians and Lions clubs. Blood drop Vickie Rick tries to get a forecast of which group will win by checking out the arms of Rotary President Judy Sloan medical and persona! care. These care centers are equipped with electronic doors and a secured courtyard. The other care center is for those residents who are mentally alert but need medical and supportive care Finkbeiner. who joined the Somerset Group in September, said her postion is really meaningful." Il gives me a whole new perspective in this position Fm working for something that makes a difference It's hands-on. supporting people who need it. I especially like working with the families I'm in the business end of the job, and I still get the personal contact,** Finkbeiner said. All of the manors welcome tours and personal visits. (left) and Lions President Shellie McQueen. by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Middleville Lions and Rotarians are ready to roll up their sleeves to take part in a Drip Off The two civic organizations are challenging each other to mx which club can collect the largest number of pints of blood during the first drive of the I994-95 season. The blood drive will take place on Monday. Dec. 5, from I to 6:45 p.m. at the First Baptist Church, located just north of Middleville on M-37 Those who don't belong to one of the clubs also are en­ couraged and challenged to take the time to donate a "pint of life” during this holiday season, says organizer Vickie Rick. As far as the club competi­ tion is concerned, the club with the most donations will receive an engraved plaque. Others who donate still receive the joy from making a worthwhile contribution, said Rick The American Red Cross is a member agency of the United Way. ‘Merry Christmas-Pass It On9 by Village Players this Saturday The Village Players of Middleville are inviting area residents to attend a one-act play at the United Methodist Church this Saturday after the Christmas parade. The annual Christmas parade in Middleville is set to go at 1 p.m. and will end in the UMC parking lot. In the church parking lot, where the parade traditionally ends, the Middleville Lions will serve hot chocolate, and Santa will make an appearance before the presentation of the play in the church itself. Called "Merry ChristmasPass It On," the play will feature the Players in the presentation with a seasonal theme. There will be another performance later in the afternoon. The play is expected to last about one-half hour, and a free will donation will be taken, or a stuffed animal for distribution by Love. Inc. at Christmas time would also serve as a donation. Keepin an eye out! This solitary raccoon huddled in a nearby tree as he watched all of the Middleville school kids head home for Thanksgiv­ ing break on Wednesday. He almost looked as though he'd like to go along and get out of the Knowledgeable in office problems, book­ keeping, payroll, governmental accounting, computer proficient and the ability and per­ sonality to work well with the public. Previous experience in the above areas is highly desirable. Send resume to: Gun Lake Area Sewer and Water 12588 Marsh Road Shelbyville, Michigan 49344 Attn: Tom Rook brisk winds. CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA - COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN NOTICE of PUBLIC HEARING and FILING of SPECIAL ASSESSMENT ROLL Campau/Keffle Lake Sewer Special Assessment District No. 2 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia. Kent County, Michigan, has executed a contract with the County of Kent, acting through its Board of Public Works, pursuant to Act 185 of the Public Acts of Michigan of 1957, as amended (“Act 185") whereby the County will assist the Township with the acquisition, construction, operation and financing of a public sanitary sewage disposal system including collection sewers, trunk sewers, pumping facilities and force main, a treatment and disposal facility, and appurtenances thereto to serve areas in Sections 1, 2, 11 and 12 in the northeast part of the Township (the “Improvements”) and Included within the special assessment district described below. In accordance with the terms of Section 15c of Act 188 of the Public Acts of Michigan of 1954, as amended ("Act 188”), the Township has determined that pari of the Township’s obligation contracted for pursuant to Act 185 shall be defrayed by special assessments levied against the properties benefited thereby. The Township has determined to proceed with the Improvements, has approved preliminary plans and estimates of costs for the Improvements, and has determined a special assessment district. Campau/Keffle Lake Sewer Special Assessment District No. 2 Map Showing Location of Special Assessment District In rehearsal for ‘Merry Christmas, Pass it On' Maggie Benjamin, as the ‘hotel manager* confronts Darlene Schellinger, who plays the ‘chef,' as the choir members look on. Two performances are set for this Saturday ASSEMBLY STOCK PICKING LABEL/BOX ITEMS AND MANY GENERAL LABORER JOBS Both tongterm/probable hire and temporary 1-2 month positions available Most openings (1st and 2nd shift) are 40 hours (plus) pe' week some positions for part time jobs on 1st shift. Job sites are near the Kent Co. Airport and south Grand Rapids Starting wages up to $6.50 hr Apply 8 am.-4 p.m. this Monday Wednesday or next week Bring 2 pieces of I.D. 507 36th Street S.E. GRAND RAPIDS flehrean Drvtston A Eastern PEOPLEMARK AmrfXJi Wari lof.rX Office Manager - WANTED - 616/245-6161 EOUAi In the cast are Bob Wenger as the desk clerk. Helen Wingeier as the maid, Darlene Schellinger as the chef, Maggie Benjamin as the hotel manager. Julie Coon as the tycoon's daughter. Pete Osborne as the oil tycoon, and Bob Bender as the choir director. Choir members in the play are Robin Schweitzer. Melanie Wade, Doug Brinks. Renee Bass, Bev Veen, Gary Thaler. F. (Rep) Replogle. Usa Finkbeiner and Joanne Barnes At the piano will be Betty Williams, and Mike Bremer will appear as Senator Abernathy (406) �Page 14 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / November 29. 1994 Bake new traditions into the holidays Enjoying delicious desserts is as much a holiday tradition as opening gifts with family and friends. Everyone likes relaxing after an exciting day of gift-giving by eating tasty homemade treats — from pic to cake to cookies. Most families have recipes that have been passed down from generation to genera­ tion. putting a smile on peo­ ple’s faces when the desserts arc brought out from tlx: kit then. To share traditional American desserts with every family. Beatrice Ojakangas has written ’Great Old Fashioned American Desserts’’ (E.P. Dutton). Featuring inorc Ilian 200 recipes for all-American pics, cakes, puddings, custards, ices and cookies. Ojakangas scarclicd the old cookbooks and recipe boxes of early New England, the Old South, the Prairie stales, the Southwest, the Gold Rush settlers of California and tlsc Upper Mid­ dle West, as well as the con­ servative and stoic Shakers. Amish and Pennsylvania Dutch. Without lowering the quali­ ty of the results. Opkangas tested and revealed the recipes for today's ingredients and equipment When possible, she simplified them by chang­ ing the order of preparation, a bonus when baking during the busy holiday season Try these recipes that have endured the lest of time, and add new traditions to the holidays. Baked Apples Stuffed with i>atcs and Walnuts Makes 4 servings 4 Ig. tart cooking apples 1/2 c. chopped dates 1/4 c. chopped walnuts 1/2 I. cinnamon 1/3 c. tightly packed brown sugar 2 T. butter Heavy cream or Vanilla Cream Sauce (sec recipe) Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Cut off the tops of the ap­ ples about one-quarter of the way down; reserve tops with stems intact Remove cores, being careful not to cut all the way through the bottoms. With a spoon, widen the center cores. Score each apple all around the middle with the Up of a paring kinfc to prevent wrinkling and sinking while baking Combine the dates, walnuts, and cinnamon. Sluff the centers of the apples with the mixture, and replace the lops. Place apples in a shallow baking dish and pour 1/3 cup water into the dish. Sprinkle each apple with brown sugar and top with a Irtllc piece of butler Bake 35 to 45 minutes, or until apples arc cooked. Serve warm with cream or Vanilla Cream Sauce. Vanilla Cream Sauce 6 egg yolks 2/3 cup sugar 2*4 cups milk I I. vanilla In a large bowl, beat the egg yolks with 1/3 cup of the sugar. In a heavy saucepan, combine the remaining sugar with the milk; heat to boiling. Whisk about 1/2 cup of the boiling mixture into the yolks. Return the yolk mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, whisking until the custard is thick enough to coat the back of a wooden spoon (about IbO degrees F). Turn the heat off and stir for 2 Io 3 minutes. Do not boil or custard will curdle. Add the vanilla and pour through a fine mesh strainer into a serv­ ing howl. Chill, covered. Country Kitchen Custard l*k' I unbaked 9-inch pic shell 3 eggs 1/2 c. sugar 2Yi c. milk Dash of salt I I. vanilla Dash of nutmeg Ginger Crinkles Makes 4 dozen cookies 3/4 c. unsalted butter or vegetable shortening I c tightly packed light or dark brown sugar 1 egg 1/4 c. dark molasses 2*4 c. all-purpose Hour 2 t. baking stxla I t. cinnamon I I. ginger 1/2 I. ground cloves 1/4 I. salt Preheat oven to 375 degrees Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Line the pastry in the pic pan with aluminum foil and weight it down with uncooked beans or rice or with pic weights. Bake 15 minutes. Remove the weights and foil and cool. In a bowl, beat the eggs and sugar. Heat the milk to scalding. Whip the hot milk into the eggs and sugar; add the salt and vanilla. Pour through a fine-meshed wire strainer into the baked pie shell, and top with nutmeg. Reduce heal to 350 degrees F. and bake 25 to 35 minutes, or until custard is set aid knife dipped just off center comes out clean. F. In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter or shortening with the brown sugar, until blended. Mix in the egg and molasses. Combine the Hour, soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves and salt, and blend into the creamed mixture until the dough is stiff If the dough is very soft, chill for 30 minutes. Shape into balls the size of large walnuts, bip lops m sugar, and place with sugared side up 3 inches apart on light­ ly greased cookie sheets. Sprinkle each cookie with 2 to 3 drops of water to create the crackly surface. Bake 10 to 12 minutes, until just set. not liard. Auto Club takes bite out of winter driving AAA’s “How to Go on Ice and Snow." a well-illustrated and casy-to-rcad pamphlet, can help lake the bite out of winter driving. Available free at AAA branch offices statewide, the b<M>klet contains information on winter driving techniques — starting, tracking and following, steering and stopp ing — as well as hints and precautions helpful to front-, rear- and four-wheel-drive vehicle operators. “Armed with these tips. Michigan motorists can be better prepared for winter roads by completing a quick driving review anti making sure their vehicle is ready." said AAA Michigan Com­ munity Safely Services Manager Jerry Bosch. "How to Go on Ice and Snow" offers the following tips to help motorists steer clear of winter driving trouble: • Improve visibility by clearing all snow and ice from the entire car — hood, roof, trunk, turn signals, tail lights, headlights, windows, mirros and fender walls. Driving with headlights on low-beam provides better road illumina­ tion in snow and fog than us­ ing high-beams. • Remember that posted speed limits arc set for ideal road and weather conditions. 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KM �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / November 29. 1994 I Page 15 Thornapple planners deny rezoning, OK mining extension by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The Thornapple Planning and Zoning Commission ap­ proved of one request and denied another after holding separate public hearing last Monday Joe Arnold’s request to rezone a 25-acre parcel of properly at 108th and M-37 was turned down Arnold had planned to build a John Deere Lawn and Garden store and then move from his current Caledonia location, which he said is too small The move required that the property be rezoned from agricultural-residential to commercial The rezoning does not fit with the township master plan, according to the commission The commission will send its recommendation on to the Township Board for final ap­ proval or denial The Planning and Zoning Commission did approve an Pet of the Week "Little Penelope." a 4-month-old Dachshund mix, needs a home before the first big snow. With her little short legs, she could easily get lost in a drift. She pro­ mises to be a worm and loving companion to the fami­ ly that adopts her. She is just one of the many fine animals currently available for adoption at the Barry County Animal Shelter. The shelter especially needs puppy and kitten food, it's that time of year. Bedding is also needed. Anyone wishing to make a donation may stop by the shelter during regular business hours. The Barry County Animal Shelter is currently located at 825 W. Apple Street in Hastings. It is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, and on Satur­ day from 9 a.m. to noon. Cats and kittens can be adopted for $6. The adoption fee for dogs and puppies is $10. (There may be additional costs for adult dogs for a rabies shot and license.) Also, you must sign a contract stating you will have the animal spayed or neutered within 30 days or by the time it is six months old. There is no fee for bringing an animal to the shelter. For more information, call 948-4885. additional one-year mining permit requested by Tom Wiennga and ThompsonMcCully Their current mining permit expires at the end of the year. The new permit will allow for mining on the Wiennga property located in the southwest corner of the township through December 1995 Thompson-McCully then will have one year to reclaim the property . Wiennga plans to farm that acreage when the mining is finished The township already holds a $50,000 bond posted by Thompson-McCully, so another bond was not necessary Several neighbors to the operation attended the public hearing, but there were no general objections to the operation. The Planning Commission also took care of some present and future planning matters on the commission. Officers for the new year were elected. Mark Sevald. who had served as secretary, was chosen as new chairman of the group. Jack Spencer, the chairman since 1987, decided to step down and was elected secretary. Regina Stem will serve as vice chairwoman. Two new members have been added to the commis­ sion. Jean Neve and David Dykstra. Neve has lived in the township since 1976. She works as the deputy treasurer and utility coordinator for Cascade Township. Dykstra has been a resident for more than 40 years. The former farmer is now self- — Call for — CLASSIFIEDS Place Yocr Advertising Message Here • 795-3345 • Bates: 5 words kx‘2.75 then 10'per word. If you pay m advance, you save 50* billing charge Deadline is Friday at 4:00 pjn. ORDINANCE NO. 94-16Z AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CERTAIN PROVISIONS OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS: Section 1. Definition of Street. Section 2.47 of the Caledonia Township Zoning Ordinance is hereby amended to read as follows: Section 2.47. Street. A publicly owned and maintained right-of-way which affords traffic circulation and principal means of access to abutting property, including any avenue, place, way, drive, lane, boulevard, highway, road, or other thoroughfare except an alley For pur­ poses of applying the provisions of this Ordinance concerning lot dimensions, setbacks, and yards, the term street” shall include a private road or pnvate dnveway Section 2. Minimum Public or Private Street Frontage. Section 3.14 of the Zoning Ordinance is hereby amended to read as follows: Section 3.14. Minimum Street Frontage. Except as permitted by the terms of Section 3.36, every principal building and use shall be located on a lot having a minimum of 33 feet of frontage on a public street or private road or private driveway and having a mimimum of 33 feet in width on ail locations within the yard of said lot, unless the requirements for tot front­ age set forth in the regulations applicable to a particular district require greater frontage. Sectton 3. Maximum Lot Width to Depth Ratto. Chapter III of the Zoning Ordinance is hereby amended by the addition of Section 3 48 as follows: Section 3.48. Maximum Lot Width to Depth Ratto, in ail zoning districts, except as stated below in this section, no building or structure shall be constructed on a lot o* parcel the length or depth of which exceeds three times the width of such tot or parcel of land, as measured at the front setback line No building or structure shall be constructed on a lot or parcel of land, any part of which tot or parcel (excluding easements! shall be located a greater distance from the street it abuts than that distance which is equal to three times the width of the tot or parcel of land (such width being measured at the front setback line) as measured along the length or depth of the tot or parcel of land This section shall not apply to a lot or parcel of land which is platted or otherwise of record in the office of the Register of Deeds at the effective date of this section. The Planning Commission may, however, permit the creation and use of a tot or parcel of land having a length or depth greater than that as limited above in this paragraph if the same is approved by the Planning Com­ mission as a special land use under Chapter XVI, and if the Planning Commission is satisfied that such special land use approval is required by reason of unusual or exceptional cir­ cumstances or by reason of extraordinary topographic or other physical conditions apply­ ing to the property in question Section 4. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect upon the pubi.cabon of this ordinance or upon the publication of a summary of its provisions tn a newspaper circulated in the Township. <404> employed as the owner of Dan Valley Excavating. Both accepted their appoint­ ments on Nov. 1. Two special committees were set up as well. One committee will study the relationship between the Village of Middleville and Thornapple Township in terms of water and sewer. The three-person team of Spencer. Sevald and Stein will be looking at where the most development is likely to be and gauge the needs because of the growth. The other committee of Dykstra. Spencer. Sevald and Wes VanRhee will review the master plan and township or­ dinances. looking carefully at where commercial develop­ ment fits in. CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN NOTICE Of ADOPTION Of ORDINANCE and SUMMARIES THEREOF NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, on November 16. 1994. the Township Board of the Charter Township of Caledonia adopted Ordinances Nos. 94-5 through 94 9, inclusive, and Nos 94-11 through 94-21. inclusive. The following are summaries of these ordinances. 1 1993 BOCA National Building Code. Ordinance No 94-5 adopts the BOCA National Building Code, 1993 (12th Ed ), by reference, with certain local modifications concerning appointment of code official, permit fees, and appeals Any person who continues work after being served with a stop work order shall be guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of $500 and/or imprisonment for not more than 90 days. Other violations of the code are municipal civil infractions, for which the fine shall be $100 to $500 for the first offense and $200 to $2,500 for subsequent offenses. 2.1993 National Electrical Code. Ordinance No 94-6 adopts the National Electric Code, 1993. with certain local modifications concerning appointment of officials and fees. Violation of the code is a municipal civil infraction for which the fine shal. be $100 to $500 for the first offense and $200 to $2,500 for subsequent offenses 3.1993 BOCA National Fire Prevention Code. Ordinance No 94 7 adopts the BOCA National Fire Prevention Code, 1993, (9th Ed.), the purpose of which is to prescribe the minimum requirements and controls to safeguard life, property or public welfare from the hazards of fire and explosion arising from the storage, handling or use of substances, materials or devices and from conditions hazardous to life, property or public welfare in the occupancy of structures or premises. Certain local modifications were made to the code including prohibition against the storage ol explosive and blasting agents except lands within the 1-2 heavy industrial zoning district. Any violation of the ordinance is a misdemeanor, punishable by a fine not to exceed $500 or imprisonment for not more than 90 days 4 1 993 BOCA National Mechanical Code. Ordinance No 94^ adopts the BOCA National Mechanical Code. 1993 (8th Ed ), by reference, with certain local modifications concerning code officials, fees, and appeals. Any person who continues work after being served with a stop work order shall be guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of $500 and/or imprisonment for not more than 90 days. Other violations of the code are municipal civil infractions, for which the fine shall be $100 to $500 for the first offense and $200 to $2,500 for subsequent offenses 5.1993 BOCA National Plumbing Code. Ordinance No 94-9 adopts the BOCA National Plumbing Code/1993 (9th Ed ), by reference, with certain local modifications concerning code officials, fees, and appeals Any person who continues work after being served with a stop work order shall be guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of $500 and/ or imprisonment for not more than 90 days. Other violations of the code are municipal civil infractions, for which the fine shall be $100 to $500 for the first offense and $200 to $2,500 for subsequent offenses. 6. Outdoor Assembly. Ordinance No. 94-11 amends Ordinance No. 73-1, pertaining to outdoor assembly, to provide that the violation thereof shall be a municipal civil Infraction, for which the fine shall be $100 to $500 for the first offense and $200 to $2,500 for subsequent offenses. 7. Trash and Junk. Ordinance No. 94-12 amends Ordinance No 73-3, pertaining to the accumulation of trash and junk, to provide that the violation thereof shall be a municipal civil infraction for which the fine shall be $100 to $500 for the first offense and $200 to $2,500 for subsequent offenses. 8 Inoperable Motor Vehicles. Ordinance No. 94-13 amends Ordinance No 73-4, pertaining to inoperable motor vehicles, to provide that the violation thereof shall be a municipal civil infraction for which the fine shall be $100 to $500 for the first offense and $200 to $2,500 for subsequent offenses. 9. Swimming Pools. Ordinance No 94 14 amends Ordinance No 73-1, pertaining to swimming pools, to provide that the violation thereof shall be a municipal civil infraction for which the fine shall be $100 to $500 for the first offense and $200 to $2,500 for subsequent offenses. 10. Sanitary Sewers. Ordinance No. 94-15 amends Ordinance No 78-1, pertaining to sanitary sewers, to provide that the violation thereof shall be a municipal civil infraction for which the fine shall be $100 to $500 for the first offense and $200 to $2,500 for subsequent offenses. 11 Campau Lake Sanitary Sewer System. Ordinance No 94 16 amends Ordinance No 89-2, pertaining to the Campau Lake Sanitary Sewer System, to provide that the violation thereof shall be a municipal civil infraction for which the fine shall be $100 to $500 for the first offense and $200 to $2,500 for subsequent offenses 12 Street Address Numbers. Ordinance No. 94-17 amends Ordinance No 91 1, pertaining to street address numbers, to provide that the violation thereof shall be a municipal civil infraction for which the fine shall be $15 for the first offense and $50 for subsequent offenses. 13. Animal Control. Ordinance No. 94-18 amends Ordinance No 93-1, pertaining to custody and control of dogs and other animals, to provide that the violation of any provision thereof, except Sections 3(a) and 4(d), shall be a municipal civil infraction for which the fine shall be $100 to $500 for the first offense and $200 to $2,500 for subsequent offenses. Violations of Sections 3(a) and 4(d) are misdemeanors, punishable by a fine of $500 and/or imprisonment for 90 days 14 Subdivision Control. Ordinance No 94 19 amends Ordinance No 94 2, the Subdivision Control Ordinance, to provide that the violation thereof shall be a municipal civil infraction for which the fine shall be $250 to $1,000 for the first offense and $500 to $2,500 for subsequent offenses. 15 Zoning Ordinance. Ordinance No 94-20 amends the Township Zoning Ordinance to provide that the violation thereof shall be a municipal civil infraction, for which the fine shall be $100 to $2,500 for the first offense and $500 to $5,000 for subsequent offenses. 16. Civil Infraction Procedures. Ordinance No 94 21 is a new ordinance which provides a procedure for municipal civil infractions. The Township Supervisor is authonzed to issue citations for the violation of any Township ordinance, the Township Building Inspectors are authorized to issue citations for violations of the building codes, and the Township Zoning Administrator is authorized to issue citations for violations of the Zoning Ordinance Citations shall be numbered consecutively in a form approved by the State Court Administrator's office, shall be served upon the alleged violators, and shall require appearance at the District Court within a reasonable time after the citation has been issued. Procedures tor admission or demal of responsibility, requests for formal or informal hearings, and all other matters related to the processing of citations for civil infractions shall be as provided by statute 17 Effective Date. The effective date of Ordinances No 94-5, 94-6, 94 8 and 94 9 shall be 90 days following their adoption or 90 days after a certified copy of the Ordinances are filed with the State Construction Code Commission, whichever is later The remaining ordinances listed in this synopsis shall take effect 30 days following this ! publication These ordinances shall take effect 30 days following this publication A complete copy of these ordinances may be obtained in the Township offices during regular business hours. Patricia Snyder, Township Ctork, (405) Charter Township of Caledonia �Page 16 / The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I November 29. 1994 everything to try to take core of the problems and not create any other problems Public hearing closed at 8 30 p.m. Discussion was held by Board Dielemon stated that we need to be sensitive to the issues of Mrs. Hofstra Moved November 16. 1994 Jousma support J DeVries to prove Ordinance *94-9 National Plumbing Code. Ayes All Mo proceed with the resolution to Cleric Snyder odmimstered the tion Carried oath of office to Supervisor Tom petition the Drain Commission. Ayes All Motion Carried. Gorbow FITZSIMMONS PIT Williams KETTLE LAKE SEWER ASSESS The regular meeting of the gave the report. Discussion was MENT ROLL Reviewed by Jim Township of Caledonia was call­ held Moved Gould, support R ed to order at 7 03 p m White Costs. Stated that the DeVries to approve resolution meeting would be held on Tues Present Gorbow R DeVries denying the amendments in doy Dec 6 1994 at 7 00 p.m. at Gould. J. DeVries. Jousma special land use for removal of the Kettle lake School cafeteria. Dielemon, Snyder Also present sand and reclamation of lands Moved Snyder support R. Attorney Jim White Engineer for the Fitzsimmons sand pit. Ayes Gorbow R DeVries DeVnes to approve resolution to Randy Wilcox and several set the public hearing for Dec. 6 Gould Dielemon Snyder Abs citizens. 1994 at 7 00 pm Ayes All. Mo tain J DeVries. Jousma. Motion MINUTES Minutes from a tion Carried. Corned special meeting of Oct. 31, 1994 WAMAR RESOLUTION Jim were reviewed Approved os PUBLIC HEARING ON THE printed. KEISER PARK DRAIN Public White explained the resolution. hearing was opened at 7.30 p m Stated that R. DeVries would BILLS Reviewed Moved like to receive a written docu­ Dielemon support Jousma to Engineer Wilcox gave a sum­ ment that the bond was paid in mary on the project Stated that approved bills as printed Ayes All Motion Carried full Moved R DeVries support the Township Board is applying for Community Development Jousma to approve the resolu­ BUILDING AND TREASURER REPORTS Reviewed tion with the adjustment in *3 to Block Grants to allocate approx­ read: receive written evidence imately $20 000 for the project CAMPAU/KETTLE LAKE PETI of payment in full of the bond. The cost will be spread across TIONS Presented by Sandy Ayes All Motion Carried. Spencer from property owners the project at a cost of about PLANNING COMMISSION of the proposed district. $1.300.00 per acre. The plat was REPORT Given by Dielemon. BOCA CODES 2nd reodrng developed in lots of 50-by■100' FIREWORKS RESOLUTION Moved Gould, support J. and cost for a lot of that size Gorbow had concerns on the DeVries, to approve Ordinance would be approximately sole of fireworks Moved Gar *94 -5. National Building Code $150 00 Jim White stated that bow. Ayes All Motion Carried. Mov support Dielemon to table the Township will file a formol until this wos looked into. Ayes ed Jousma. support Dieleman to petition with the Drain Commis­ All Motion Carried. approve Ordinance *94-6. No­ sion. The Drain Commission will SUN-DA-GO: Final Site Plan. tional Electrical Code. Ayes All set up the assessment and the Clear Development Fell within Motion Carried. Moved R Township will spread the assess­ the underlying zoning Moved DeVries, support Snyder to ap­ ment. This is public hearing and prove Ordinance *94 7. National Gould, support J DeVries, to is not to approve a special Fire Prevention Code. Ayes All. approve resolution for Sun-Daassessment against the Go Ayes All Motion Carried. Motion Carried. Moved properties Dieleman. support J. DeVries to Break at 9 00 p.m. Public comment wos heard approve Ordinance *94-8, No­ Re convened at 9:10 p.m. from several citizens Concern tional Mechanical Code Ayes ASSESSOR REVIEW Gorbow about paying for problems that reviewed Recommend a 3% in­ All Motion Carried Moved were cause by other property crease Moved J DeVries, supSnyder, support Jousma to op owners. The Township will do CALEDONIA TOWNSHIP BOARD Summary of Minutes ORDINANCE NO. 94-17Z AN ORDINANCE TO ADD CHAPTER XXV TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS Section 1. Chapter XXV Is hereby added to the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Caledonia Township, as follows: CHAPTER XXV INGRESS AND EGRESS STANDARDS Section 25.1. Intent and Purpose; Applicability. This Chapter establishes guidelines which shall apply to planned unit developments, site condominiums, special land uses, site plans, and other applications for land use approval. These standards shall be applied as written^ absent good cause, which shall include but not be limited to: (a) inability to meet the standards becuase of the size of existing lots under separate owner­ ship at the date of adoption of this Chapter; and (b) topographic or other existing conditions which would cause strict adherence to the stan­ dards of this Chapter to have a negative effect on traffice flow or safety In such cases, the approving body may modify the requirements of this Chapter as ap­ propriate to address unique conditions, while promoting the spirit of this Chapter to the maximum extent possible. Section 25.2 General Provisions. (a) Lanes Per Driveway. The number of driveway lanes shall be based on analysis of expected trip generation and peak turning volumes. If expected egress left turns exceed 100 per hour, separate egress lanes for right and left turns shall be provided. (b) Turn Provisions. Left turns shall be prohibited under the following conditions: (1) Inadequate corner clearance. (2) Inadequate sight distance (3) Inadequate driveway spacing (c) Relationship to Opposing Driveways. To the extent desirable and reasonably possible, driveways shall be aligned with driveways on the opposite side of the street. (d) Sight Distance Adequate sight distance shall be ensured for all vehicles exiting from a proposed development. If certain movements cannot be made safely, then they shall be prohibited or joint access within adjoining properly shall be encouraged. (e) Driveway Permits. Prior to granting land use approval and/or a building permit for any con­ struction involving a new or expanded driveway opening to a public street, whether for residential use, commercial use or otherwise, proof of approval of the proposed ingress and egress from the State and/or County agency having jurisdiction over the public street shall be submitted to the approving body or official. Section 25.3 Non-Residential Ingress and Egress Provisions: (a) Driveway Spacing. The minimum spacing allowed between a proposed driveway and all other driveways (located on the same side of the public street which the proposed dnveway abuts or adjoins) or public or private streets (where the street intersects the public street which the proposed driveway abuts or adjoins) shall be as follows Legal Driving Speed Limit on the Public Road Which Adjoins Minimum Spacing or Abuts the Proposed Driveway (MPH) (feet)* 30 or less 100 35 160 40 210 45 or over 30Q Spacing shall be measured from the centertine of the proposed dnveway to the centerline of the nearest existing dnveway or the edge of the nghtof-way or easement of the nearest intersecting private or public street (b) Property Clearance The minimum distance between the property fine and the nearest edge of the dnveway shall be 25 feet, except where the dnveway provides access to more than one parcel (c) Comer Clearance The minimum comer clearance distance between the centeriine of a proposed driveway and the edge of the nght-of-way or easement of a public or povate street (which street intersects or adjoins the public street which the proposed dnveway will abut or adjoins) shall be 150 feet Traffic movements into and from a dnveway with a centerline located less than 250 feet from the edge of the nghtof-way or easement of a signalized intersection of a public or private street (which street intersects or adjoins the public street which the proposed dnveway will abut or adjoin) shall be limited solely to nght turns into the dnveway and nght turns out of the dnveway Comer clearance distance for the purposes of this section of the Zoning ordinance shall mean the distance for the centertine of the proposed dnveway to the edge of the nght-of way or easement of the nearest signalized public or private street intersection Section 2. Other Matters. Current Chapter XXV of the Charter Township of Caledonia Zoning Ordinance is hereby renumbered as Chapter XXVI Section 3. Publication/Effective Date. A summary of this Ordinance shall be published one time in a newspaper of general circulation within the Township This ordinance shall take effect upon such publication port R DeVries to approve Per sonnet Committee recommenda­ tion for a 3% raise for Assessor. Ayes All. Motion Carried. PARKING ORDINANCE Or dinance *94-15Z. 1st Reading. Reviewed. Question on the number of parking spaces for the Senior High School Should it be like the Elementary and Junior High, 1 per each auditorium seat? Will look into that STREETS Ordinance *94 16Z 1st Reading. Reviewed. INGRESS AND EGRESS Or dinance *94-17Z. 1st Reading Reviewed Ordinance to odd Chapter 25 to the Zoning Ordinance CHERRY VALLEY PMR RENEWAL Reviewed the Dieleman Discussion on no public hearing Suggestion on publishing the Planning Commis­ sion agenda in the Sun 8 News Moved Dieleman. support J. DeVries to approve renewed Planned Mineral Removal Per­ mit. Ayes Gorbow. R. DeVries Gould. J. DeVries. Dieleman Snyder. Abstain: Jousma. Mo­ | tion Carried. EXTENSION OF E BELTLINE LAND USE ADVISORY BOARD Reviewed Moved Jousma. sup part Gould to approve resolution for extension of E Beltline Land Use Advisory Board from 76th to 108th. Ayes AH. Motion Carried. CIVIL INFRACTIONS 2nd reading. Reviewed Moved Jousma support Dieleman to approve Ordinance *94-11 Discussion was held. Ayes Gould. J. DeVries Dieleman Snyder Gorbow R DeVries Nay Jousma Motion Carried Moved Gould support R DeVries to approve Ordinance *94-12 through 94-21. Ayes All Motion Corned ROADS Discussion was held on applying more gravel on 76th St. Gould would like to attend the meeting in late January or early February down at the Rood Commission building. Con we use build Michigan Funds for the gravel on the roods’ STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE Chad Veenstra submitted his op plication to be a student representative on a Board for the Township Moved Dieleman. support R. DeVries to allow him to be placed on a Board of his choice. Preferably Planning Commission Ayes All. Motion Carried. AMEND BUDGET; Snyder reviewed the amendments Moved Snyder support Jousma to approve amendments as presented Ayes all Motion Carried. TREASURERS MEETING Treasurer Ruth DeVries reported on the meeting that she attend ed today. Explained the House Bill 5067 in regards to the vote on the Kent District Library. She would like the permission of the Board to follow advice of the Kent County Treasurers Associa­ tion and Board of Equalization in levying the taxes for the 1994 winter taxes Ayes All. Motion Corned Moved Dieleman. support Snyder to adjourn the meeting at 10:25 p.m. Ayes All. Motion Carried Respectfully submitted. Patricio Snyder Clerk (401) From Our Readers Efforts for playground make community proud To the editor: During the 1992/93 school year, a small group of parents under the leadership of Mrs. Ronie Babitz. then president of the McFall P.E.T., got together with the goal of im­ proving the playgrounds at the TK elementary schools. Through several fund­ raisers. support from local businesses, individual dona­ tions and family contribu­ tions. this Playground Im­ provement Group raised $25,000. One contribution in need of recognition is the donation of the fitness course at Page Elementary, as a memorial to John Tobin, son of Dan and Francine Tobin. These funds were put to use over the next several years to improve and upgrade existing equipment and to remove and replace unsafe equipment. Safety remains a priority, and the district will continue with its improvements as funds allow. The school district was supportive of this group’s ef­ forts and contributed the grounds expenses of installa­ tion of the new equipment. Many individuals were responsible for this project, but key individuals were recognized by the TK Board However, the sense of pride of Education at the Nov. 14 and community I have observ­ meeting. They are Roni ed in this and many instances, Babitz. Laurie Brinks and have made my service with Jerry Nyland. TK schools the high point of 1 have had the opportunity may career. to work in several districts as This community can be pro­ a teacher and administrator I ud of its members and their have enjoyed the hard work accompl ishmenLs. and effort put forth by the David J Bukala students, teachers, support Principal staff and parents in each of Page Elementary these unique experiences. Letterheads 'PRIN Business Cards Envelopes Brochures Wedding Invitations MORE Affordable Prices! Call 945-9554 or stop by ... 1952 N. Broadway (M-43) VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN NOTICE CONCERNING APPROVED RATE FOR BASIC CABLE TELEVISION SERVICE PUBL’C NOTICE is hereby given that, on November 14, 1994, the Village Council of the Village of Caledonia adopted a resolution approving a reduction in rates and refund pursuant to a settlement agreement with C-Tec Cable Systems of Michigan, Inc. The resolution provides that C-Tec will reduce its rates for basic ser­ vice by 30* per month. The rate reduction shall be retroactive for one year, and will be credited against bills to current subscribers. C-Tec will not implement any increase in rates for regulated services, the premium customer choice package or channels (or miscellaneous fees), nor will it reduce the number of channels so as to result in an increase in rates on aper channel basis prior to April 1, 1995. After April 1, 1995, C-Tec may raise its rates for regulated service and the premium customer choice package to reflect inflation and programming cost increases, but shall not, prior to September 1, 1997, increase the price cap. Ad­ justments for inflation and programming cost increases are permitted by the FCC. The Village may object to such future rate increases if it has a reasonable basis to do so. The settlement agreement terminates September 1, 1997. The resolution also covers other matters relating to the regulation of basic cable television service rates and associated equipment. Copies of the resolution are available for inspection or copying at the offices of the Caledonia Village Clerk, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan. Dated: (Date of Publication) VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA (400) �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / November 29. 1994 / Page 17 Mortgage MATTERS Extra principal payment can reduce term of mortgage By Sue Teitsma Question: How do I make extra principal payments on my mortgage? Ls this really a good idea? Answer: Good question' It seldom occurs to many homeowners to pay off their mortgage ahead of schedule One of the most simple and effective ways to reduce the term of the mortgage on your home and build equity is by making additional principal payments When you make additional prin­ cipal payments, every dollar of the prepayment goes directly to reducing the primcipal on your loan. By including even a small amount extra each month for an additional principal payment, you can save thousands of dollars over the long term and reduce the length of your mortgage by years. Mortgage interest is calculated on what Ls called in the in­ dustry a "simple interest” basis. This means that the interest calculated for each payment is based simply on the outstanding principal balance If you reduce the principal balance, by mak­ ing extra principal payments, for example, the amount of in­ terest subtracted from the next monthly payment will decrease. More of your payment will go toward reducing the principal. The beauty of making additional principal pay ments is that you don’t have to lock yourself into a larger payment each month if it does not fit within your budget. Extra principal payments can be made on a regular basis, or even once in a while, as long as your account is current. However, if you prepfer to follow a schedule for your addi­ tional principal pay ments you may want to request an amor­ tization schedule from your mortgage lender. This schedule will outline each of your monthly mortgage payments for the term of your loan. It will clearly show the breakdown of exact­ ly how much is paid to principal and interest each month. By making the next month's principal payment in advance, you will be reducing the balance on which interest is calculated monthly and as a result, each future monthly payment will put more dollars toward the principal balance. Unless you have a very low interest rate on your mortgage, pay ing extra money to reduce the principal balance is usually a goal investment. Most people are not able to invest their money at a rate higher than their mortgage interest rate. By reducing the principal balance of your loan, you are essentially receiving an interest rate on your investment equal to the rate of the mortgage When you make an additional principal payment it is impor­ tant to inform your lender exactly what your intentions are. Many lenders have a place on their payment coupons marked "additional principal. ” If this is not available to you. enclose a note with your mongage payment informing your lender about the amount of the principal payment or itemize the exact amount you have included for principal on your check or money order. You should be aware that certain types of mortgage loans have a prepay ment penalty It is very important to check with your lender if you are considering making additional shopping for a new mortgage to make sure that any additional principal payments will not generate a penalty. Whether you choose to follow a set schedule for your addi­ tional principal payments or you make one extra payment per year, you can potentially save thousands of dollars and cut years off your mortgage! The exact calculations that show how much your additional principal payments will speed up the repay ment of your loan can be complicated Ask your mortgage lender to provide you with more detailed information if you want to begin a plan of making extra prin­ cipal payments. Sue Teitsma of Caledonia is a senior loan officer at Heart well Mortgage Corporation. a Grund Rapids based mortgage banking corporation. For more information call 942-9722 or 1-800-968-9722. PHONE 945-9554 for Reminder ACTION-ADS 24-hrs.-7 days ORDINANCE NO. 94-15Z AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER XX OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ZONING ORDINANCE CONCERNING OFF STREET PARKING AND LOADING THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA ORDAINS: Section 1. Off Street Parking. Chapter XX of the Caledonia Township Zoning Ordinance la hereby amended to provide as follows: Section 20.1 General. In all zoning districts, there shall be provided before any building or structure is occupied or enlarged or increased in capacity, or any parking area decreased In size, off-street parking spaces for motor vehicles as follows (a) (b) Use Residential (1) One or Two Family (2) Multiple Family 1 or 2 bedroom (3) Multiple Family 3 or more bedrooms <4) Homes for the Elderly Institutional (1) Church or other place of worship (2) Hospital (3) Nursing homes, sanitariums, convalescent homes (4) Elementary and Junior High School Minimum Number of Spaces Per Unit of Measure 2 per dwelling unit. 175 per dwelling unit. 2 per dwelling unit. 1 for each 3 beds. 1 per each 4 seats in the main place or assembly. 2 per patient bed. 1 per each 2 beds, plus 1 employee during the maximum shift. 2 per classroom plus 1 per each auditorium seat plus 1 per each 300 sq. ft. of administrative office area. (5) Senior High School and Institution 7 per classroom plus 1 per each 300 sq. ft. of Higher Learning of administrative office area. (6) Day Care Centers 1 per employee plus 1 per each 10 students. (7) Private Clubs and Lodges 1 per each 3 persons allowed within the maximum occupancy load as established by the appropriate fire, health, or building code, whichever is most restrictive. (8) Theaters, Auditoriums 1 per each 4 seats or 8 feet of bench and Stadiums (9) Community Center 1 per each 100 sq. ft. of assembly floor area. (10) Libraries, Museums, and 1 per each 100 sq. ft. of floor area. Post Offices (c) Business and Commercial Uses (1) Retail stores (except as otherwise 1 per each 200 sq. ft. of floor area specified herein) (2) Lodging, rooming and 2 per each 3 guest rooms or each 6 beds for boarding houses guests, whichever amount is greater (3) Hotels/Motels 1 per unit plus 1 per each 3 seats in any din­ ing room or meeting rooms. (4) Bowling Alley 5 per lane plus additional for each accessory use. (5) Establishments for the sale and 1 per each 2 seats. consumption of beverages, food or refreshments on the premises 1 per each 50 sq. ft. of floor area used for (6) Mortuaries or funeral homes services. 2 per slip or mooring. (7) Marinas 1 per each 300 sq. ft. of floor and service (8) Auto repair shop station area. (d) Offices (1) Banks, Business and General 1 per each 200 sq. ft. of floor area. Offices 1 per each 150 sq. ft. of floor area (2) Medical. Dental and Veterinary Offices and Clinics (e) Industrial (1) Manufacturing. Assembly. 1 per each 300 sq. ft. of Industrial and Processing and Research Office floor area (2) Warehousing 1 per each 600 sq. ft of floor area plus 1 per each 200 sq. ft. for Offices 5 per premises plus 1 per each 5 storage (3) Mini Storage bays. (f) Rules for Application. (1) When units of measurement determmi ig the number of required parking spaces result in the requirement of a fractional space, th » fraction shall be considered one full required space (2) The off-street parking requirement for ail land uses not specifically mentioned in this Chapter shall be the off street parking requirement for the land use specificaify mentioned which is most similar in parking demand to that of the use not specifically mentioned The off-street parking requirement for land or buildings used for two or more uses shall be the sum of the requirements for the vanous uses, computed separately except that me number of off-street parking spaces required for permitted public and pnvate schools shall be deemed to include parking spaces applicable to any auditonums or churches mcidentiai to and in­ cluded as a part of any such public or pnvate schools (3) Floor area shall mean the gross floor area of ail floors of a building as defined m Sec­ tion 2.19 of this Ordinance Section 20.2. Size of Parking and Maneuvering Spaces The following are m n mum sizes for parking and maneuvering spaces The width o« a parking space shan be measured perpen­ dicular to space centerline, and its length shall be measured along the parking space centertine. Total Width of Maneuvering Parking Parking Two Tiers Parking Space Lane Width Space Plus Lane Pattern Width Length Two-Way One-Way One-Way Two-Way 29 ft Parallel 11 ft. 36 ft. 18 ft. 9 ft. 25 ft. 30 to 50 deg. 12 ft. 20 ft. 62 ft 9 ft 21 ft. 55 ft 24 ft. 51 to 74 deg. 13 ft. 9 ft. 55 ft. 66 ft. 21 ft. 66 ft. 75 to 90 deg 15 ft. 26 ft. 9 ft. 20 ft. 55 ft. Section 20.3. Location of Facilities. Off-street parking shall be located In accordance with the following requirements. (a) One and Two Family Dwellings. The off-street parking facilities required for one and two family dwellings shall be provided on the lot on which the dwelling is located (b) Mutliple Family. The off-street parking facilities for multi-family dwellings shall be pro vided on the lot on which the building or use is located, and shall consist of a parking lot as defined elsewhere in this Chapter. No uncovered parking space is a multi-family District shall be located nearer than fifteen (15) feet to any residential building (c) Other Land Uses Off-street parking required for non-residential uses may be located on each site or in parking lots conveniently located and readily accessible to each site. Parking lots for non-residential areas shall be located at the side or rear of the main buildings, unless parking is permitted to be In a different location by the Planning Commission or other body reviewing the site plan of the proposed use. (d) Setback Subject to Section 20.8, no parking lot shall be closer than ten (10) feet to a street right-of-way; or property line. (e) Common Parking. Common parking facilities for several uses in the same vicinity are permitted, if each use has a legal right, by lease or other arrangement, to continued use of the common parking area. In such cases, the total parking space requirement Is the sum of the minimum individual parking requirements. Section 20.4 Construction Requirements. All parking and loading facilities and access drives except for single-family residential and agricultural uses, shall be provided with a pave ment surface consisting of bituminous asphalt or concrete Driveways shall be constructed with materials equal to or better than the standards set forth by the Kent County Road Com­ mission for commercial driveways. Parking lots and driveways shall be completely constructed prior to the issuance of an occupancy permit. All parking surfaces shall be maintained In good condition, free from dust, trash and debris. Section 20.5. Entrances and Exits. All parking lots shall be provided with entrances and exits so designed and located as to minimize traffic congestion. All non-residential parking and loading facilities shall have entrances and exits within the zoning district in which the principal use is permitted. Section 20.6. Drainage. All off-street parking and loading areas shall be property graded and drained to dispose of surface water. Section 20.7. Lighting. Lighting fixtures providing illumination for or within parking facilities shall be designed and arranged to deflect light away from adjacent properties, streets, and highways and shall be installed in such a manner as to allow the reduction of the amount of light on other than normal parking hours each day. The source of illumination in any park ing facility located within 200 feet of a residential use or district, shall not be more than twenty (20) feet above the parking surface and shall be shrouded to prevent glare Section 20.8. Additional Setback; Landscaping. (a) When a parking lot for a non-residential use adjoins a residential district or use, the respective side and rear yard setback of said parking facility shall be a minimum of thirty (30) feet of which twenty (20) feet nearest the reidential property line is developed as a greenbelt extending across the yard pursuant to the provisions of Section 3.32 of this Ordinance. (b) In addition to required green belt landscaping required by subsection (a) above, in parking lots containing over ten (10) spaces, the following standards shall apply (1) Five (5) percent of the total vehicular use area shall be landscaped as planter islands or peninsulas within the interior of the parking lot; (2) A landscaped barrier or other suitable barrier shall separate parking areas within a site from the main entrance and exitways leading to a public street (3) One deciduous shade tree of at least 1 Vi” caliper and three (3) shrubs shall be provid­ ed for every 10 parking spaces. Each tree shall be provided with at least 40 sq ft of unpaved area around its trunk. (4) Required landscaping shall be sited in the required 5% interior landscaped area as required in this subsection and/or within a greenbelt adjacent to the fringe of the parking lot (5) Internal landscaped areas shall be surrounded by a raised concrete curb or anchored landscaped timbers around their borders to prevent motor vehicle infringement upon land­ scaped areas and to insure that the landscaping materials remain within a defined area (6) Required landscape areas internal to the parking lot shall be credited as parking spaces, at the rate of one parking space for each 300 square feet of landscaping Section 20.9. Ofl-Street Loading Spaces. For every building or addition to an existing building hereafter erected to be used for storage, display of goods, retail sales, wholesale, market, hotel, hospital, mortuary, laundry, dry cleaning or other similar uses requiring the receipt or shipment of material or merchandise, there shall be provided and maintained on the same lot with such use, in addition to required parking area: (a) An area or means adequate for maneuvering of delivery vehicles and ingress and egress for delivery vehicles; and (bl Off-street loading spaces in relation to floor areas as follows (1) Up to 20,000 square feet of floor area 1 parking space; (2) 20,000 square feet or more but less than 50,000 square feet or fraction thereof of floor area 2 parking spaces: (3) 1 additional parking space for each additional 50,000 square feet of floor area or frac­ tion thereof (c) Each such loading space shall be at least 10 feet in width, 35 feet in length and have a clearance of 14 feet No such space shall be located closer than 50 feet to any lot or parcel of land in any Residential Zoning District Section 2. Publication/Etfective Date. A summary of this Ordinance shall be published one time in a newspaper of general circulation within the Township. This ordinance shall take effect upon such publication. (403) �Page 18 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / November 29. 1994 15 from TK make All-Barry County team Fifteen student athletes from Thornapplc-Kellogg High School were selected to the J-ad Graphics All-Barry County team last week Jody Blain and Mike Smalley were named to the All-county football team. Blain was the "player to fol­ low” when the Trojans needed yards and Smalley recorded 41 tackles and three quarterhack sacks. Jason Clinton and David Botwinski were named as forwards for the All-county soccer squad Clinton had 29 goals and five assists and Botwinski had 16 goals and seven assists. Gary Ketchum was named as a mid-fielder and Steve Converse, who had eight shut outs and allowed only onegoal-against per game in the OK Rainbow, was named as keeper Named to the All-county cross country team were Steve Dood and Sarah Matson. Dood was the top boys runner for the T-K team and finished fourth in the Barry County Cross Country meet and Matson was the girls team top runner and finished sixth in the Barry County meet. Erin Wolverton was named as the top No. 1 singles player in the county She fin­ ished the season 26-1 with her lone loss coming to the top-ranked player in the state. Kon Hutchins and Sarah Wright were named for their play at the No. 1 doubles po­ sition. The duo had a 19-6 overall record and were the OK Blue champions. Traci Campbell held the best record of No. 2 singles players at 19-6. including three wins at No. 1 singles. Named to the All-county basketball team was T-K standout Sarah Kaechelc. She was the third highest scorer in the OK Blue with a 12.6 average. She scored 234 points had 106 rebounds and 78 steals for the Lady Tro­ jans. Named as honorable men­ tion to the All-county team was Jenny Manage for her play at No. 3 singles in tennis Student athletes from Thomappie-Kellogg High School who were selected to the J-ad Graphics All-Barry County team were (first row from left): Steve Dood. Jenny Manage, Sarah Matson, Stephanie Potter. Traci Campbell. Koh Hutchins, Sarah Wright and Sarah and Stephanie Potter for her dedication to the cross county team. We Can Think Of 9 Good Reasons To Immunize On Time* Measles Mumps Diphtheria Tetanus Hepatitis B Rubella Spinal Meningitis Pertussis Polio But You Only Need One* Immunize On Time. Your Baby’s Counting On You. Call 1-800-232-2522 US Deparrei d Kaatfiana Hrw' Services Kaechele. Second row: Brad Williams, Jody Blain. Mike Smalley. David Botwinski, Jason Clinton. Gary Ketchum and Steve Converse Missing from photo is Erin Wolverton. Poultry tips make holiday cooking easier The holiday season is a festive, joyous time filled with exciting things — carolers, presents, decorations and delicious dinners. Families all over the world gather around the dinner table to celebrate and enjoy a wonderful meal. While many people enjoy the traditional Christmas goose or a juicy turkey, some aren’t sure how to properly prepare it. They don’t want the bird to be undercooked, dry or fatty. However, they don’t know how to ensure a gorgeous table centerpiece and a delectable dining experience. Just in time for the holidays. Sarah R. Labensky and Alan M. Hause are ready to answer your questions with their new book, “On Cooking: Techni­ ques from Expert Chefs” (Prentice Hall). Besides defin­ ing techniques, ingredients and the tools of classic and modern cuisine, the authoritative book has an en­ tire chapter about preparing and presenting poultry. With contributions from expert chefs Graham Kerr, Barbara Tropp, Annie Somerville, Wolfgang Puck and Mark Miller, the authors cover every topic from nutrition and menu planning to cooking, baking and meal presentation. Properly roasted poultry is attractively browned on the surface and tender and juicy throughout. Proper cooking temperatures ensure a crisp exterior and juicy interior According to Labensky and Hause, almost every kind of poultry is suitable for roasting, but younger birds produce a more tender finish­ ed product. Because of varia­ tions in fat content, different kinds of poultry require dif­ ferent roasting temperatures and procedures Small birds, such as Cor­ nish game hens, should be roasted at the relatively high temperatures of 375 to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Chickens are best roasted at temperatures between 350 and 375 degrees F. Large birds, such as capons and turkeys, are started at high temperatures of 400 to 425 degrees F. to brown the skin, then finished at lower temperatures of 275 to 325 degrees F. foY even cooking and a moister bird. Ducks and geese, which are very high in fat. must be roasted at the high temperatures of 375 to 425 degrees F. to render as much fat from the skin as possible. Duck and goose skin is often pricked before roasting so the rendered fat can escape, help­ ing to create crispy skin. The authors recommend that roasted poultry be season­ ed only with salt and pepper Poultry that is roasted at high temperatures should never be seasoned with herbs on its sur­ face because the high cooking temperature will burn them. If herbs or other spices are used, they should be stuffed into the bird. With the exception of fatty birds, all poultry should .be basted while roasting to help retain moisture. To baste a bird, Labensky and Hause say to spoon or ladle the fat that collects in the bottom of the roasting pan over the bird at 15- to 20-minute intervals. Lean birds, which won’t pro­ duce enough fat for basting, may be brushed with butter in the same manner. 1. Temperature — Test the internal temperature ot the bird with an instant read (her mometer, which should be in­ serted in the bird’s thigh, the last part to become fully cook­ ed. It should not touch the bone, and it should read 165 to 170 degrees F at the coolest point. This method works best with large birds. 2. Looseness of the joint — The thigh and leg will begin to move freely in their sockets when the bird is done. 3. Color of juices — This method is used with birds that are not stuffed. Use a kitchen fork to tilt the bird, allowing some of the juices that have collected in the cavity to run out. 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POSTAGE PAID m »ur®,«-,wa ,W’ 1 and Neips ffaftiapXT 49058 PenniiNo.7 YourHometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas ,24th Year No. 44 I December 6, 1994 Middleville, Michigan 49333 Group provides student voice in school improvement H,rw,rt r i.bkAxt CHS students volunteer time for ‘networking class rooms to planning and by Barbara Gall facilitating seminars and Staff Writer workshops. Read any books lately about “We basically coordinated educational change? all aspects of the forum,” When was the last time you summarized Steve Schmidt, helped plan and facilitate a na­ another junior who also put tionwide conference? Or par together a video about CHS ticipated in a school improve­ for the forum participants. ment team meeting? As a result of their work, a Members of the Caledonia high school in Wilmington. High School networking class Ohio, now wants some of the have done and arc doing all of CHS networking students to the above. And that’s in addi­ present a panel discussion at tion to doing their work in the their school. ‘ usual” high school classes. When asked why they The 16 members of the thought these were important class, which this year includes things for students to do, the sophomores through seniors, networking class had no shor­ are very specific about what tage of answers. they’re trying to accomplish — It taught us in the voluntary class, which responsibility. meets every day during the — We had to plan and work school's advisory period. together and meet deadlines. “This is a class to educate - We had to apply in real ourselves and the students life what we’ve learned in about the instruction in class. schools and why changes are Elaborating on the latter happening, and it gives comment, the kids said their students a voice in what is activities not only made them happening in this school. " ex­ apply their reading, speaking plained junior Anne Whisner and writing skills, but also without hesitation their math skills (budgeting, Other class members outlin­ figuring costs), listening and ed their activities so far this note-taking skills (“We at­ year: reading books by educa­ tended seminars, tool”) and tion reform leader Theodore social skills. Sizer and other articles about “We’re getting more education; planning the Coali­ knowledgeable about educa­ tion of Essential Schools Na­ tion. so we know what we’re tional Fall Forum in Chicago talking about and so we can be Nov. 3-5 and working with a vehicle to do more here at the CHS staff in its school im­ our own school,” said Aman­ provement efforts. da DeBlaay. Planning the forum, they “We learned how our said, took up most of their school compares to others, time in September and Oc­ and how other schools teach tober. They planned the entire students. I had no idea about forum with two other high how different our school is, school classes from Ohio. about how much we get to do About 120 people from 30 here.” states and Great Britain at­ Faculty advisor Gene tended the forum, and the VanderMuelen pointed out students were in charge of that the students had a chance everything from assigning to “present” to both students and teachers. “They told teachers about how Caledonia students are invited to participate in the restructuring at our school. They told the students about how to start a networking class in their schools and they also explained our senior ex­ hibition program.” The students also gave a presentation to the Caledonia parents and community members who attended the Nov. 18 school visitation day. See Networking, Page 2 Soup’s On for Dec. 9 benefit dinner The Peace Reformed Church youth group will be holding a benefit soup supper at the church for the family of the late Paul DeBlaay this Friday, Dec. 9 from 5-7 p.m. Donations will be taken at the door and ore tax-deductible. Youth group members like Barb Truer, Paul Kanina and Nick Timmer will be ready to serve up some good hot soup for their guests. Peace Reformed Church is located just south of Caledonia at 6950 Cherry Valley (M-37). Local branches to see cut in materials budget Kent District Library millage held up one year by Barbara Gall Staff Writer The Kent District Library Board and district library branches are concentrating on the silver lining in a cloud that temporarily darkens their plans for a new library system. The good news is that the Kent District Library is a reality, with its ,68-mill levy approved by district voters in the Nov. 6 election. The bad news for KDL peo­ ple is that the new millage won’t be on the tax rolls for another year, delaying the ac­ tual switch from a county to a district system of funding. Special legislation certify­ ing the late millage didn’t get passed before Kent County had to print its winter tax bills, and so the new millage won’t show up until KDL residents open their 1995 winter tax bills. Nothing will change al the Caledonia branch because of the one-year setback, except that Librarian Jane Heiss’ materials budget will be half what it was last year. Increased funds for materials was one of the goals of the new millage “There will be holes’ in our reference updates, a oneyear void where I couldn t af­ ford to purchase the update for 1994.” she explained. “We just won’t be as current as we’d like to be But we have a nice blending of resources among the branches of the district, so what one branch doesn’t have, another one usually will. I don’t think our patrons will be inconve­ nienced there too much. “However, I’m afraid some will be unhappy that I’ll be buying fewer of our best sellers.” Heiss said that in the past she has been able to purchase eight to 10 best-selling fiction and non-fiction books each month for her “New Books” section. “Now we’ll be down to just four or five with the budget cut,” she said. She is more grateful than ever, she said, to residents who donate their hard-cover best sellers to the library after they finish reading them. Community donations also inciude some magazine subscriptions, which she would have to drop with the budget crunch, she said. However, in her personal “silver lining” is some much-needed staffing help, and she emphasized that hours will remain the same at all the branches, despite the delay in collecting the district library millage. It was a funding shortage that made the Kent County Library Board ask voters to approve the switch to a district system and its stable source of revenue in the first place. During the one-year delay, the KDL will operate just as it did under the county system, with Kent County and member municipalities paying assessments to fund the 17 branch libraries. Caledonia's assessment for 1995 is $35,000, said See Library millage, P. 2 In This Issue... • Caledonia School Board reviews growth • Page Elementary class creates flag and learns about teamwork • Sweet Ladies selected for post season honors • Globetravelers raise funds for TK athletic programs �Page 2 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I December 6, 1994 NETWORKING, They *aid that qne of their goals"'is td hdp educate parents and the community about the changes at CHS, and they are thinking of ways to accomplish that. They are thinking of spon­ soring a mini-conference like the Fall Forum, but just for Caledonia. They also are con­ sidering sponsoring newslet­ ters and community nights The students said their parents have mixed reactions to (he networking class, with some thinking “it’s great" and others not quite sure they understand it. “I think my parents are learning things from me," said DeBlaay. The students agreed that the high school staff is supportive and enthusiastic about their class, and interested in what the students have to say about the changes the school in undertaking. “They have worked with the staff in talking about what they have learned, and they attend the school improve­ ment team meetings,” con­ continued from front page- firmed CHS Principal Tonya Porter “They have their own recommendations for im­ provements in the curriculum, and our teachers have been able to ask them how they feel about this subject or that pro­ ject. The staff appreciates their opinions " Porter explained that the class was one the students themselves initiated. "Some of them attended a conference last year and learned about a similar class at another school." she said “They came to me and asked if they could do the same thing during advisory. They had to prepare goals and outline the skills and outcomes they ex­ pected to achieve. “What they presented fit with the philosophy behind our advisory time and also with the list of Michigan Employability Skills, and Gena (VanderMeulen) said she would be willing to be the advisor. Porter said that during ad­ visory students can participate in classes or activities that would not be included in regular classes. ' Just like Student Congress or SADD. I think this class of­ fers important things to the students and something like planning the forum makes them apply a variety of skills in an unpredictable, real-life situation “That is pushing learning to its highest level. “They are reading books and articles that would challenge many adults, and they were treated as equals by the teachers they spoke to at the forum. "We got very strong feed­ back from the other schools attending the conference on the skills and knowledge our students displayed. They have become very articulate." “I see great changes in their attitude toward the school and themselves,’’ said VanderMeulen. “They’ve gained pride and confidence and they certainly impressed other teachers at the forum. One teacher didn’t Rachel Comegys, Amanda DeBlaay and Anne Whisner lead a workshop at the Coalition of Essential Schools Fall Forum held in Chicago. believe one of our kids was really a student." The students said they feel they’ve gained a lot from their experience in the class so far. “We’ve gained a lot in our social skills, which might be one of the most important skills we can have," said Mark Boncher. “I think that's just as important as being in school all the time." Schmidt said. “This doesn't replace the regular class work, like English and math. We still have to do all our homework in those classes. But this just makes what we're learning better." “I can say that I really gam ed pride in our school after going to the forum in Chicago,’ said Amanda DeBlaay “Now I’m very glad that I attend this school.'' LI B R A RY MIL LAG E, continued from front Birds of prey cover Page School Dennis Loidler of the Michigan United Conservation Clubs presented a wildlife encounter to Page Elementary students in mid-November. He brought several live birds of prey with him like this great horned owl. Township Clerk Pat Snyder. In the past, the Caledonia Village Council has paid 20 percent of the township’s assessment, but the council hasn’t yet decided its new budget. When a district system is in effect, the township’s assess­ ment can be used for other township needs. However, the KDL Board officially has set a target date of Jan. I, 1996, for im­ plementing the goals outlined in the campaign to change the outdated county system into an independently funded district library. These goals include an in­ crease in the materials budget, opening three branches on Sundays, upgrading technology for library users, and increasing programming for all age groups. These goals will simply be postponed, not changed, said KDL Board Member Laura Weld in a recent press release. “The passage of the district library millage has ensured these goals will be met in 1996." she said. The one-year delay happen­ ed because the library millage was approved after the state’s Sept. 30 deadline for inclusion on the winter tax roll. If a millage is passed after the legal deadline, it requires special legislation to be allow­ ed on the winter tax bills, ex­ plained Fred Zolek. director of communications for Senate Republicans. He said that contrary to some rumors. Gov. John Engler never planned to veto the special legislation certify­ ing the KDL simply because he did not want to see the new millage enacted. “What has been happening every year with school districts, municipalities and libraries and so on is that they pass a millage after the date required by state law and then ask for special legislation to certify that late millage." Zolek said. "We go through this every year in Lansing, ignoring the law and asking the legislature to ’fix it.’ If we’re going to routinely ignore the law. then let's change the deadline so that these millages can be legal.” Zolek said the governor will support the change in the law so that the deadline now will be the November election. "I think it’s a good idea." Zolek added. "More people turn out for the November election than for most special elections, so more voters would have a say in these special millage issues. "Changing the deadline also would help schools and townships avoid the cost of special elections." Kent District Library In­ terim Director Ruth McCrank said that it was just those special election expenses that forced the KDL into putting its millage on the November ballot. “We knew we were taking had no choice but to put it on in November. We were assured that the special legislation would be passed just a matter of course, because it was done all the time." Zolek said that Engler was not in favor of approving more special legislation to certify late millages The rewritten legislation that changes the deadline date did not make it through the legislature before Kent Coun­ ty had to print its winter tax bills for 1994. “They usually go to print on Nov. 17, and they waited until the 22nd for us," said McCrank. "Then they just had to get << We will lose one year of our funding, it’s true, but we’ve achieved a goal we’ve been working toward for the last 10 years. — Ruth McCrank a risk on getting the special legislation through in time for this year’s taxes," she said of the November ballot question. “But it would have cost us $200,000 to put on a special county-wide election in September, and we just don’t have those kinds of funds.” McCrank explained that the new Kent District Library Board was not in place until July I, and then it took the board until Aug. 18 to deter­ mine how much millage the new district library would need. “By then, it was too late to get the millage request on the August primary ballot, so we their bills out. But I’m happy to hear of the change they’re making in the law We still have our district library and we’re thrilled with that. “We will lose one year of our funding, it’s true, but we’ve achieved a goal we’ve been working toward for the last 10 years.” “Unfortunately there wasn t enough time for the new bill to make it through the legislature and get signed in time to meet Kent County’s deadline,” said Zolek. “That’s too bad, but at least this situation is not going to happen in the future. " New Design Full Service Family Hair Styling Salon NEW! Casualwear NEW! & bportswear 4 TANNERS: 2 Booths & 2 Deluxe Beds We use and recommend products by - OPEN -- l*«k MMKJB CIHZIN DKC OUNT «« Caledonia Village Center (M-37) • 891-9257 — As Always. Walk-ins Are Welcome - �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml / December 6, 1994 I Page 3 Community asked for help in decision making Caledonia School Board reviews growth, finances * by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Caledonia Schools ad­ ministrators and board members in a special session last week discussed the related issues of increasing enroll­ ment and a future need for new facilities. The joint meeting of the school board's Finance and Building Committees included nearly all board members. Only Trustee John Finkbeiner was absent. No formal action was taken after the discussions, but board members agreed they wanted to seek direction from voters before making plans for the future. Reconvening the 1991 community forums called FACTS (Finding Answers for Caledonia's Tomorrows) was brought up as one way to seek public opinion. The original FACTS forums resulted in a list of recommendations that includ­ ed a plan for building new facilities along with cur­ riculum goals. Many of these recommendations, such as building a new middle school, have been or are now being fulfilled. The board also agreed to form a task force comprised of board members, ad­ ministrators and citizens to meet with school officials in other districts to discuss how they are handling growth in their districts. Leading last week's discus­ sion. Caledonia Schools Business Manager Judi Dean explained to the board that two important issues lie before it. One is the district’s continu­ ing growth and the problem of adequately housing a growing student population. The other is the short-term opportunity provided under the state’s Proposal A legislation that allows a district to ask voters for up to three mills for special programs. "We need to be looking at where our future growth needs will be the greatest. Is it at the elementary level, the middle school or just where?” she said. Besides the need for facilities, she pointed out that the district now has just two years left to ask its residents for up to three additional mills beyond the six mills levied by the slate for school operations. The three-mill "opportuni­ ty” was provided school districts with passage of the Proposal A school funding legislation earlier this year. The chance to ask local voters to approve up to three extra mills was a provision in Proposal A designed to allow former out-of-formula districts to ease into the legislation, which slashed the schools' property tax revenues. However, if approved by voters, the extra mills can be levied by an individual district for its own use only until 1997. After that, any extra millage revenues must be levied on ail taxpayers in the local in­ termediate school district with revenues distributed to each member district on a per-pupil basis. Caledonia asked its voters to approve 1.28 mills for its technology program in September, but was turned down by a nearly two-to-one margin. Dean pointed out that only two years now remain for the Caledonia schools to ask again for any or all of the three mills allowed by the state. "This is something we need to be considering now," she said. In looking at district growth, the board has ample reason for concern. According to information assembled by the Caledonia Schools' central office, new residential building permits issued by the townships in the Caledonia School district have ranged between 69 and 88 for the last six years, including 1994. In those same years, Caledonia Schools’ enroll­ ment increased by an average of 82 students each year, with a high of 161 new students in 1992. Enrollment for 1994 is up by 107. In comparing the number of new students to the number of new homes. Dean said there is an average of at least one new student for each of the new homes built in the district. The board also looked at the current capacity of the five Caledonia school buildings, the current enrollment and a projected enrollment figure for 1996-97. Though the projections took into account the 220 homes planned for the Glen Valley Estates development on M-37, there are other large-scale developments that could create the biggest population Christmas” Adult Choir (45 member) JH Love Light Choir (40 member) Instrumental Ensemble ? Solo • Duets • Trio | Instrumental Soloists ) u; Organ & Piano Duet yJL J (Mary Weaver & Betty Near) * 6:00 pm, Dec. 11, 1994 $ lt«$ |lj Peace Reformed Church 6950 Cherry Valley Rd., Middleville j We' boom yet in Caledonia Township alone. These include a 300-plus unit mobile home park, a 180-unit condominium pro­ ject. a 91-home development on the north end of the township and the yetunspecified plans for the Rebel property at M-37 and Cherry Valley Avenue. The Rebel Development Corporation, however, has purchased 446 sewer units for the former farmland at that comer, and it previously in­ dicated to the township it might plan a mix of various kinds of housing units, in­ cluding single-family homes, condos and apartments. Another 80 to 100 more homes would be built in hous­ ing developments now in various stages of planning and discussion with Caledonia Township officials, said Caledonia Township Planner Mark VanderPloeg. Not included in his figures are any developments in those areas of Bowne. Gaines. Leighton. Lowell, Kentwood. Cascade and Thornapple townships that fall within the Caledonia school district. “We need to be aware of all the new growth and how this will impact education in Caledonia." said Caledonia Schools Superintendent Doug Busman. "We are looking to the community to help us plan for Caledonia's tomorrows. "We need that same com­ munity interest we saw with the original FACTS forums, and we believe we also can learn from talking to other districts and finding out how they manage growth in their communities." Books, books and more books... ...can be purchased at the Caledonia Friends of the Library used book sale in the library basement on Saturday, Dec. 10 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. A bag of books’ sale will run from 1 to 2 p.m. Friends of the Library members R. J. Meeker (left) and Patricia Johns would love to see some of these books find new readers. Busman said that anyone in­ terested in working on these issues should call the school office at 891-8185. CHRISTMAS COOKIE BAKE SALE Caledonia junior joins ★ Friday, Dec. 9, 1994 ★ Caledonia premier MSU band A student from Caledonia High School has been selected to perform with more than 80 of the state's premier high school musicians in the firstever Michigan State Universi­ ty High School Honors Band and Chamber Music Weekend. Dec. 9. 10 and 11. Junior trumpet player Aaron Priskom will travel to the MSU campus to perform with this elite group. Students from as far away as Sauli Saint Marie will spend the weekend working to improve their musical skills in master classes with MSU faculty members and attend workshops designed to help shape the direction they want to take their music careers. The event, sponsored by Wharton Center for Perform­ ing Arts, will culminate with the students performing a free concert in W'harton Center’s Great Hall on Sunday. Dec. 11, at 3 p.m. Along with the honors band, students also will work in chamber music ensembles, including brass and woodwind quintets and saxophone and percussion quartets. These ensembles will perform on the Sundav afternoon program as well The weekend was developed in conjuction with the MSU School of Music and is part of Wharton Center’s education department and arts education outreach program. According to MSU's direc­ tor of bands. John Whitewell, from the thousands of band students across the sate, over 150 were nominated and sub- State Bank Main Branch 9:00-5:00 milled audition tapes. MSU School of Music faculty members selected the final 80 to represent the honors band. “The students selected to perform with the honors band come from some of the finest high school music programs in the state,” Whitwell said. “This wifll be tremendous display of talent.” For more information, call CHS Band Director Thomas Peek at 891-8185, Wharton Center’s PR manager Chris Williams, at (517) 353-1982 or the MSU School of MusicBand Office at (517) 355-7654. Featuring: Homemade Cookies and Candies Sponsored by: New Life Christian Church Proceeds go to Help International for relief projects. THREADS Christmas Open House Itri Rl DOINC IT aCAIN!) Dec. 9 & 10 • Fri. 12-6 pm • Sat. 9-S pm ■S-V Best bargains of the year plus our full line of original applique designs — short & long sleeve tops, slacks and shorts. y* PURCHASE OF *20.00 or More Great Buys on irregulars and Discontinued Designs. Door Prizes (need not be present to win) Mary Spencer 4573 Bender, Middleville, Ml p. �Page 4 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I December 6, 1994 Neighbore With. NORMA VELDERMAN Do you folks remember that I told you about Houston and I going to the West Elementary Building? Well, the ocher day I received a wonderful package in the mail. The two second-grade teachers, Ben­ nett and Halburg. had made a project of our visit. They composed a song and made a book. Each child had drawn a picture of Houston and me, as if they had remembered us. Then the teachers had written various sentences which the children copied onto their page. They bound the pages into a spiral book and sent it with a lovely ornamental bag with sachets inside, lhe song they composed and sang w ith a lot of gusto is on the first page. It was just the most wonder­ ful song and book. Johnny was amazed at the size of the project and what had been done by the teachers and students When I first started teaching in Galesburg. I taught the se­ cond grade for three years 1 am a later elementary teacher, but at that time jobs were hard to find. It took me quite a while to learn how to teach second-graders. That was where I met Johnny. I was eating at the same boarding house that he was living at. He was working at Fort Custer, in road con­ struction. I also taught Giri Scouts. Brownies, social dan­ cing and anything else need­ ed. It was a real breaking in as a new teacher, but I loved every minute of it. This project of the book about Houston and me sure brought back fond memories, it made me homesick just to read the book and hear their original song. Johnny used to know that he could push my fighting button by casually saying that teaching was just no more than sitting at your desk and telling kids to do this and that. But when he saw the wonder­ ful job the two teachers had planned and the wonderful job the children had done, he was very impressed. Now to the news from Thanksgiving that all of you folks game me. Greta Greiner said she was getting ready for the craft show Saturday at the VFW Hall in Middleville. Have you noticed the beautiful tree they planted in the old mill park by the river? Marian Martin and daughter Marilyn and family spent a whole week down in Mississippi with son Doug and family. Larry was the on­ ly one of the family who could not make it. Russ Bender said that daughter Joan, who lives in Fenton, had all of them over for Thanksgiving. There were 21 there. Didn't Jean Gallup do her usual good job on the Bender family article? Jerry and Jack Spencer had a quiet Thanksgiving. Then on Monday they went to visit their friends at Canadian Lake. They always have a wonderful time. They were Jack and Jerry's best man and bridesmaid at their wedding. Maureen and John Robin­ son had son Tom and family and Mary Hay ward over for Thanksgiving. Maureen told me the Annis family were planning to sell their home. Becky has a new job in Massachusetts. They were the newcomers who moved to Middleville and helped Thor­ napple Heritage do the first Heritage Day that is now held in the fall. They both plunged right into helping their new hometown by volunteering and doing such a super job Her husband and child will join her there as soon as they sell their home. Nellie Solomon said all of their children were home for Thanksgiving. They had 18 there Glen Miller said that all of their family were home. Thelma Carl spent Thanksgiving with her great niece in Jenison. Eunice Brown said that her family got together with Ralph and Mary Marcott. There were 46 of the family there. Lois Bremer said her family got together at the home of Sue and Dave Enders. They had 28 there. Lois said she is working holiday weekends at Charlton Park. They are mak­ ing com husk dolls this year. And if I remember correctly, they are letting folks make one this year instead of them just watching. The Northrop family had two Thanksgivings. Lois and Walt had Thanksgiving at Phil and Barb Bender's, then Thanksgiving evening they had all their own family at Don and Janet Bender's. See Neighbors, Page 5 LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church — Serving a Living Lord SUNDAY....... 9:45 a m., 11:00 a.m. fc 6:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY................ Family Night - 6:30 p m. 7240 68th Street, SE — Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 Pastor, Rev. Brian F. Harrison Youth Pastor, Darrel L. Schrock FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville Bruce N. Stewart, Pastor Lee Taylor, Assistant Pastor "A church with a caring heart for our community and the world" Sunday Services....... 9:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. M-37 at 100th St., Caledonia, Ml Church Office: (616) 891-1512 Rev. Gerald Van Oyen Al Tiemeyer Community Calling Pastor Mark Beers Pastor Scott Reaching People With Christ 8:30 am to 9:30 am — First Worship Service 9:30 am to 9:45 am — Coffee Fellowship 9:45 am to 10:45 am — Sunday School 10:45 am to 11:00 am — Coffee Fellowship 11:00 am to 12:00 — Second Worship Service Nursery and Children’s Church will be provided during both services. "Set an example In speech, in Me, in love, in faith end tn purity." _________________________________ 1 Timothy 4:12 43Uost jHnlu IRusary Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street 314 E. Main, Middleville Phone: 795-9030 Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass........................... 5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass...................... 9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. Traditional Roman Catholic Latin Mass Rev. Fr. Francisco Radecki, CMRI Sacred Heart Devotions Sunday Mass: 4:00 P.M. Confessions and Rosary: 20 Minutes before Mass RAY TOWNSEND, Pastor TIM DOUBLESTEIN, Youth Director MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED YOU ARE INVITED Rev Roger Timmerman, Pastor 795-3667 111 Church Street Cornerstone Wesleyan Church Pastor Jeffrey Lee Phone 795-7076 Barner Free • M-37 between Caledonia & Middleville Sunday Worship Services....... 8:30 or 11:00,6:00 Children's Church/Youth Worship during morning services, Caraway St puppet ministry for K 4th during evening services Sunday School....................................... 9:45-10:45 Wednesday Night “Family Night’’ 6:45-8:15 Includes Adventure Club, Choirs for Children and Adults, High School Youth Group and Adult Classes For information call: Kraft Ave. & 84th St., Caledonia, Mi. (Missouri Synod) "Be devoted to one another in brotherly love." Rom. 12:10 First Service................... 8:30 a.m. Sunday School..................................9:45 a m. (Fellowship Coffee 9:45 a m. to 10:00 a m.) Bible Classes................................... 10:00 a.m Second Service................................11:00 a m. (All Services have a Nursery available) Rev. Robert Gerke Office: 891-8688 Church: 891-9878 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH 12200 Chief Noonday Road (at Gun Lake) Wayland, Michigan 49348 • 795 7903 Barrier Free / Programs for All Ages Sunday Worship 10:00 an Sunday School II :15 am Parmelee Morning Worship........... 9 30 a m Middleville Sunday School............ 9 45 a m Middleville Worship....................... 1 TOO a m Wednesday Rev. Lynn Wagner — 795-3798 Rev. Carroll Fowler — 765-5316 Family Nigta’’ 6 00pm buprrmg, Ptutite. kdeuw.H* Church Office Phone — 795-9266 Qlljc (Did fllimr &rfIpdiet (Church 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto. Michigan 49302 Sunday School.................. 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship............. 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship................. 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting/ Children's Classes......... 7:00 p.m. Royle Bailard, Pastor — 868-6437 — 891-8119 St. Paul Lutheran 708 West Main Street Morning Worship Service............ 10:00 a.m. Sunday School.............................. 11 15 a.m. Evening Worship Service................ 6:00 p.m. 8546 Whitneyville Ave at 84th St •891-8661 'The Church where everybody is somebody and Jesus Christ is Lord" ‘ God Cares for You” Peace Reformed Church Qni QrnQ OV1 -oUZo MIDDLEVILLE and PARMELEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES Church School...........................9:30a.m. Meeting at the Comer of Choir Practice............................ 9:30a.m. Wood School Rd. and Wing Rd. Worship Service............... 10:30 a.m. Services — 250 Vine Street Sunday School..........................10:00 a.m. Church Office — 891-8669 Morning Worship...................... 11OO a.m. Parsonage — 891-8167 Evening Worship ........ ..........6 0C p.m. Rev. Bobby Dale Whitlock Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Sunday Morning Worship ..9:30 a.m. (Interpreted for hearing impaired). .11:10 a.m. Sunday School.................................... ..6:30 p.m. Sunday Evening Service..................... Pioneer Club (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday..................... 6:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting - Wednesday........................... 7:00 p.m. Youth Fellowship - Sunday.............................. 5:00 p.m. WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH Sunday School...................................... 9 30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship..................... 10 30 a m. Sunday Evening Worship.......................6:00 p.m. Wed Midweek Prayer & Btoie Study...... 7-00 p.m. Itov MIor Doosor Rasta Stove Jocrsor Vouto Rasta CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST Sun. Morning Worship............ 10:30 a.m. LEIGHTON UNITED METHODIST Located in Leighton Township Gaines United Brethren Church Kalamazoo Avenue at 92nd Street Caledonia. Michigan Telephone 698-8252 CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Rev. James Cusack CHRISTIAN REFORMED 6201 Whitneyville Avenue Sunday School....................................................... 9:45a.m. Sunday School..................................... 9:30a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service...... 11:00 a.m. Evening Service................................... 6:00p.m. Sunday Evening Service..................................... 6:00p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer................. 6:45 p.m. Rev. Bernard Mulder, Pastor 868-6306 Word of Life Clubs............................................... 6:45p.m. WELCOME TO CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH LAKESIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH The Reorganized CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST of Latter Day Saints . S o 8146 68th St near Whitneyville Ave. Church School, * Sunda>.......................... 9 45 a m Morning Worship.1100 am Evening Worship........ 6:00 p.m. *7^’ wed Fellowship........ 7:30 p.m (in homes or church) call Pastor Robert Loesch 698-6027 �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I December 6, 1994 / Page 5 Page Elementary class creates flag and learns about teamwork by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer learning to work together cooperatively, resolving con­ flict and recognizing and ac­ cepting individuals' dif­ ferences led to the creation of a class flag. The Page Elementary fourth-grade class of Kim Chausow recently decided that their original flag would be a good way to display what they had learned Even in the actual design of the flag, the kids used a fair and democratic process to decide the overall design. Working in teams, different ideas were developed. Once each team had submitted an idea, the class voted on the one they liked the best. The winning team came up with the motto, “To the north, to the south, to the east, to the west. Mrs Chausow’s class is the best." All students then designed their own small flag, which was then incorporated into the overall design The finished product of a colorful, fabric flag now graces the entrance to Chausow’s classroom. Parent Nancy Goodin pro­ vided the class with fabric, did any necessary stitching and helped the kids transfer their individual flag designs onto the larger flag. Making this flag was not just fun and games, according to Chausow. Throughout the process, several social skills were studied and learned. Chausow started working with her students on coopera­ tion through such skills as be­ ing a better listener, good eye contact and not interupting. They also learned how to give help, ask for help, offer encouragement to others and MIDDLEVILLE NEIGHBORS continued from Page 4 Mac Hoeman went to son Basil’s for Thanksgiving Donna Kenyon said that husband Bob and son Rob went up north hunting and had a good time. Bill and Neva Kenyon took their grandsons to the Silver Dome on Thanksgiving for the Lions’ game Mary Noah and brother Paul Leach went to daughter Mary’s home in Battle Creek Mary’s family were also there. Florence Fiala had Thanksgiving with daughter Janet and family. Eid and Katie Wieringa had their own family for Thanksgiving and had 40 peo­ ple there. 1 had a good visit with Myr­ tie Secord. They lived in town when they were first married. Then they moved to their pre sent place. They had a fire and had to build a new home. They lived in the basement for a while until they could finish the home. Lucille Getty had Thanksgiving with Bill and Caroline. Bill’s son came from Maine with his girl. Sarah. Katherine and friend Steve were also there. Bessie and Carl Nelson had Thanksgiving at daughter Carol’s. Beth Verlinde said that Leo got back from deer hunting a week ago Three out of four people who went hunting got a deer Daughter Nancy and family came over for Thanksgiving. Cathy and Don Williamson are now back as residents in Middleville. Some of the family came over to help re­ paint where it was needed. Betty Koeplinger said they went over to daughter Marilyn’s for Thanksgiving This week we only had eight for Thanksgiving. Two of them left after supper for deer hunting at their cabin in Baldwin. Johnny had the job of cooking the fresh turkey and did a wonderful job. Friday I am going to Grand Rapids for a three-member panel on aging for a psychology class. Deb. the student, is coming out to get Houston and me. It ought to be a very different ex­ perience. I warned Deb not to let me talk too much. 1 am a regular talking machine. She laughed and said she would contain me as much as possible. Guess this is all for this week, folks. Love you all. my community family. be tolerant of others' differences Part of the unit also taught them to reflect on themselves as learners, contributors and cooperative workers They learned that teamwork is the key to a successful func­ tioning atmosphere in the classroom and outside of it. As a way to measure their success using these skills. Chausow created a reward board. At the end of each school day. the kids had to evaluate whether they had a good day or not. If they decided it had been a good day. a star was placed on the reward board. The goal was to get a star for each of the 27 students in the class and then they would be rewarded. In this case, they choose to have a party. Student teacher Gail The Gaines United Brethren Church will present the Christmas musical “The Night the Angels Sang” Saturday. Dec. 10, and Sun­ day. Dec. II, with both per­ formances at 7:30 p.m. The musical centers around a group of shepherds watching over their sheep one night Sunfield DUV Chapter holds Veterans Day ceremony Nov. 11 The Daughters of the Union Veterans sponsored a flag retirement ceremony on Veterans Day Nov 11. The ceremony started with a welcome by Diane Hager, followed by a poem she wrote, which was read by Elaine Nash. Jim Lyons of the Sons of Union Veterans said a prayer, followed by a gun salute by the Portland VFW post. The actual cremation of the flag was done by the Sunfield Boy Scouts. Once the blue field is removed from a flag it is no longer considered a flag. The red and white strips stand for religious freedom and political independence. The white of the stars stands for unity. The gathering then sang • The Star Spangled Banner,” • The Grand Old Flag” and ‘ America ” Following the Benediction, Taps” was played by Lakewood Band members Tiffmy Wells and Laura Hillard. The DUV would like to make this an annual event. If during the course of the com­ ing year, you have a flag you would like reverently retired, just get it to either the Boy Scouts or one of the Daughters of Union Veterans and they will see that it is taken care of. CLASSIFIEDS realty inc. 4611N. Middleville Road - Middleville 795-7933 891-1551 681-2834- Wachter also worked with the students on conflict resolution. This allowed them to learn to focus on making ap­ propriate choices in trying situations and it enhanced their cooperative learning. Having their colorful flag flying well within their sight each day only serves as a reminder to the children to use social skills they have learned and work cooperatively in the class. Gaines United Brethren holiday musical set — Call for — cornerstone ra Fourth graders in Kim Chausow’s Page Elementary class display the flag they made as part of a unit on developing social skills. Place Yocr Advertising Message Here. • 795-3345 • Baiei 5 wtxdi taf s175 *en pet ■ord. I you pay •» oorance you save 50* b*ng cna^e Deodknett Fnday al 4:00 pun near the little town of Bethlehem. A young boy and his father were among them. What happened that night would change their lives forver. Viewers can find themselves in the middle of the “action” and experience what each person felt in the story. Imagine being with the shepherds on the hillside as the angel Gabriel appears, traveling the dusty road to Bethlehem with those going to be taxed, and being in the stable the night Jesus was born. The musical drama includes a variety of song styles — from a Jewish feel to a more contemporary sound. The church is located on the comer of Kalamazixi Avenue and 92nd Street. There is no charge. A free-will offering will be taken. Choral Christmas concert at TK The Thomapple Kellogg Music Department will pre­ sent the middle and high school choirs in concert at 3 p.m. Sunday at the middle school gymnasium. Due to limited seating at the high school auditorium, caus­ ed by using the overflow bleacher areas as classrooms for the large increase of students this year, the concert has been moved to the middle school site. The choir program will in­ clude holiday and light general music by four vocal organizations, the middle school choir and middle school honors choir (which meets on the students’ and teachers’ own time), and the high school general choirs and honors choir. "The afternoon program promises to be a pleasant holi­ day divsion that the whole family can enjoy,” said music director Duane Thatcher. The concert is admission free. 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A makeshift cave complete with prehistoric drawings on the inside was part of the display that was taken to Page by the middle school art history students. by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Traveling through a cave with primitive paintings on the wall and painting animal figures with sticks and homemade paint was just part of the adventure. Members of the Thornapplc Kellogg Middle School eighth grade art history class, (aught by Gail Stewart, shared much of their new found knowledge with some of the students al Page Elementary. The class began studying prehistoric art about four Mood. Stewart’s students used weeks ago. according to Stewart, the teacher of the honey and Crisco for their pigments. nine-week enrichment class. In the process of learning, ‘‘The kids were just so fascinated with this that we her class did slides and made a spent a lot of time on this cave complete with cave drawings in it. era.” she said The students also learned All students did a series of projects dealing with aspects about caveman’s clothing and of prehistoric art Stewart said they learned how the cavemen made paints by using crushed brick, char­ coal or chalk and mixing it with honey, animal fat or j STEAK FRY Fri., Dec. 9 • 5-8 pm | — Everyone Welcome — 6052 LINFIELD AVE., ALTO Shopping made easy... salads at High School and Thornapple Kellogg School Middle. Wednesday, Dec. 7 Thornapple Kellogg El. Break for lunch. WafBreakfast Menu fles/pot wedge, sliced ham. Wednesday, Dec. 7 o.j. M.S. and H.S.— country Pancake sausage on a stick, fried steak, steamed rice, car­ milk. rots, com bread, peaches. Thursday, Dec. 8 Thursday, Dec. 8 Egg omelette, biscuit, milk, El. Sack lunch. Sub sand­ apple juice. wich, veggie sticks, apple, Friday, Dec. 9 Disney cookies, M.S. and Cinnamon roll, orange H.S., roast beef/pot. peas, juice, milk. roll, sherbet. Monday, Dec. 12 Friday, Dec. 9 French toast sticks, grape Pizza, cole slaw, peaches. juice, milk. Monday, Dec. 12 Tuesday, Dec. 13 Chicken nuggets, mashed Scrambled egg, toast, potatoes, carrots, whole orange juice, milk. wheat bread, apple. Tuesday, Dec. 13 Caledonia Community Spaghetti/meat sauce, toss­ High/Middle Schools ed salad, garlic toast. Tax. Lunch Menu shake Elementary, jelio/fruit. Wednesday, Dec. 7 High School. Soft taco w/fixings, fr. fries NOTE: Whole or lowfat or com, fruit choice, milk. milk offered each day. Alt. Thursday, Dec. 8 menu at El. Monday, hot dog; Chicken nuggets, mashed Tuesday, turkey on bun; potatoes, w/gravy or fr. fries, Wednesday, salad bar; Thurs­ fruit choice, roil, milk. day. hamburger; Friday, Friday. Dec. 9 fishwich. BBQ w/bun, french fries or Variety of sandwiches and green beans, fruit choice, milk. Monday , Dec. 12 Coney dog, baked beans or Cr french fries, fruit choice, milk. Tuesday, Dec. 13 Pizza, fr. Fries, fruit choice, milk. for_______ Any Service_in_______ Any $$ Amount :; CERTIFICATES gift 3 I ASK ABOUT OUR Gin PACKAGES Give a gift of any of our services... • Men's. Women’s & Children’s Hair Design. Perms, A Color, Hi-Lite •Paraffin Hand Dip • Facial Waxing • Manicures & Mini Manicures • Nail Extension • Pedicures and Mini Pedicures • Facials • Make-Up • Scalp Massage * ? » the Renaissance studies in their 134 E. MAIN ST., CALEDONIA 891-1591 Open Maa Fri 9-9 and Sm 9-2 • Q. Do you feel your school buses are safe? A. Yes. All school buses are built to strict safety standards They are built to withstand collisions and are designed to be responsive in emergency situations. In addition, our buses are maintained by award winning mechanics and must be inspected annually by inspectors from the Michigan State Police. Q. Why aren’t your school buses equipped with seat belts? A. If you have been on a school bus lately, you probably noticed that the seat backs are extremely high. These high seat backs provide a "container like” environment which keeps the passengers from being thrown into areas of dangerous impact. Also, in the event of the need to evacuate the bus, seat belts would limit ease of quick exit. Q. What kind of training do drivers have to undergo. A. Our bus drivers undergo extensive road training. When they are first hired, they practice with a local trainer before they are sent to a trained tester. If they make even one mistake in their work with the trained tester they must begin the entire training process over again. Each driver also undergoes a com­ plete physical examination and a minimum of four nights of bus school training each year. Q. I noticed that buses have both red lights and yellow lights. What is the law regarding stopping for a school bus? A. My first piece of advice is to always be on the alert. You are encouraged always to be patient with a school bus. I hey are larger and don’t maneuver as easily as a car. If you get behind a bus please, don’t be quick to pass it in a careless man ner Our drivers are encouraged to be courteous and when there is a safe place to pull over, they will allow you to pass in an effort to avoid traffic buildup. A yellow light means you should slow down and prepare to stop. A red light and a stopped bus means you must stop. If you have questions about this subject, or have a concern you would like to see addressed in this column, please either call the Caledonia Community Schools Administrative Office at 891-8185 or write to Superintendent Douglas Busman at P.O. Box 128, Caledonia, Ml 49316. A L__---------- - 0’ class continues to be just as enthused as they work through AREA LUNCH MENUS I Alto American Legion Post #528 ! some of the historic tales sur­ rounding the discovery of primitive art. So when the middle school class went to Page, they took the cave and set up several work centers for the Page students to go to. The fourth- and fifth­ graders enjoyed what the eighth-graders brought to teach them, said Stewart. “They all loved it,” she said. ‘‘It was a discovery for both groups. ” Stewart said she hopes her Caledonia Community Schools High/Middle Meal Deal Menu Wednesday, Dec. 7 Grilled chicken patty w/bun, fr. fries. Vita Pup. milk. Thursday. Dec. 8 Meatbail sub w/bun, fr. fries. Vita Pup. milk. Friday. Dec. 9 Irra pizza, fr. fries. Vita Pup. milk, potato bar Monday. Dec. 12 Double cheeseburger, w/bun. fr fries. Vita Pup, milk. Tuesday. Dec. 13 Soup/sandwich, fr fries. 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Janine McWhinney. Benjamin Barbara Truer. Kristopher Meckhof Utley. Leslie Valk. Michael Alesse Nichols, Holly Pitt, Vandersloot. Jill VanDyke. Nathan Pranger, Lindsey Robertson. Monique Jessica Wiersum. Rebecca Worth, Joshua Zoet. Rodriguez, Nathan Schmitz. 10th Grade Elizabeth Steensma. Erik Ver­ High Honors - Melody non, Rachel Wade. Robert Allore, Jolene Batdorff. Walker, Lucas Weatherhead. Dawne Bell. Misty Blain. Noah (Robert) Wenger. Steven Wiersma. Kristine Nathanael Brady. Steven Dood, Jeremy Doorn bos. Williams. Honor Roll — Bernadette Curt Martin. Robert Mosey. Laura Reed . Tracy Azzarella, Trisha Beuschel. Evelyn Bird, Lance Brinks. Schondelmayer, Erica Dendel Craven. Adam Er- Walker. Heather West, Emiliy Zu ide rs ma. way. Austin Frisbee, Honor Roll — Aaron Brill, Stephanie Higgins. Will Holmes. Jami Kooiman. Scott Evans, Keri Jeurink. Angela McQueen. Ken Mid­ Dean Laansma, Andre dleton, Jason Preslar, Bethany Lebouef, April Pin, Angela Raber. Jaime Robbins. Jason Rider, Megan Roon. Tara Siebesma, Joshua Sturm, Schweitzer, Paula Sweeney, Heather Welsh, Jaclyn Aaron Wiese. Honorable Mention — Zoerner Honorable Mention — Joshua Allerding, Alison Aten, Brian Bergakker, Richard Basarabski, Kimberly Bedford, Sarah Bishop, Douglas Bierens, Jessica Blain, Ayron Bosma. Traci Rachel Brodock. Tami Bruin. Brower, Sara Burks. Richard Mandi Chavis, Michael Burtts, Holly Byars, Britteny Cramer, Justin DeBoode, Joshua England, Andrew Cash. Brad Clark. Eric Clover, Mana Cook, Finkbeiner, James Foster. Autumn Crofoot, Jessica Amber Frost Starr Garbow, Mary Davis, I .aura Dodd. Amanda Dykstra. Matthew Eaton, Hessehine. Jennifer Howland. Richard Frazer, Nicholas Pamela Jamison, Steven Ken­ Galloup, Stephen George. nedy. Audrey Kiel, Robert Rebekah Hartley, Kristopher Koehler. Monica Kuhtic. Higgins. Lucas Holwerda. David Liu, Sage Lucas. An­ Stacy Idema, Heather Key, drew Mathias. Lucas Middleton. 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Jim and Joy Cline, un­ cle and aunt of the bride, and Larry and Kathryn Kams, un­ cle and aunt of the groom, read selected scripture passages The bride is the daughter of Mary K Selleck. of Mid­ dleville. Gina Cline, cousin of the bride, was the maid of honor. Bridesmaids included Maggie James, friend of the bride; Wendy Malkowski. friend of the bride; and Sandi Selleck, cousin of the bride. The groom is the son of Walt and Mary Walkowski of Sparta Marc Walkowski. brother of the groom, served as best man. Groomsmen in­ cluded Bob Lombard, friend of the groom; Drew Crossman. friend of the groom; and Ethan Kams, cousin of the groom. Jamie Payne and Eric Kams were ushers for the occasion. A reception immediately followed the event at the Mid­ way Motor Lodge in Grand Rapids Ray and Charmaine Kulczyk. friends of the bride and groom served as master and mistress of ceremonies for the reception. The newlyweds honey­ mooned in Chicago, III. The bride, a 1990 Thornap pie Kellogg High School Your Just Desserts (NAPSi—Here’s a cook­ ie cooking project that will bring a warm welcome to your kitchen and a big wel­ come from your kids who can join in the fun. The holidays are a particularly sweet time for families to gather and share in the spirit of baking special treats. HOLIDAY TOLL HOUSE (Makes one house) graudatc, and a 1993 graduate of Central Michigan Universi­ ty, is employed as a personal lender for United Bank and Trust in Tecumseh, Mich. The groom is a 1990 graduate of Sparta High School and a 1994 graduate of Central Michigan University, is the associate editor for the Blissfield Advance in Blissfield, Mich. The couple now resides in Blissfield. Caledonia Library offers ‘Merry Tales for Tots’ Dec. 15 The Caledonia branch of the Kent District Library will be Classic Carpet Care Reasonable • Prompt • Professional (Free Estimates) Dry Cleaning • Extraction Residential • Commercial Upholstery Personally owned and Operated In Business 10 Years Doug DeKruyter Cooking Corner Call Today: (616) 891-7231 host for an hour-long program of songs, stories and finger­ plays for youngsters ages 3 to 6 years at 10:30 a m. Thurs­ day, Dec. 15. The program, planned to help children get into the holi­ day spirit, is “Merry Tales for Tots” and it requires ad­ vance registration. It is not recommended for children under the age of 3. Adults are welcome. Anyone needing more in­ formation or who wishes to register should call or visit the Caledonia Library, 240 Em­ mons (891-1502). Caledonia Community Education Dinner with Santa and “All I Want For Christmas performed by “KidstufT Theatre Company “All I Want for Christmas’’ Rumor has it Santa’s elves are on strike!! Aimee. Brennan. Angela. Jojo, and Marvin are going to prove to Santa they have enough Christmas Spirit to help him hand out presents this year. Aimee. the oldest, thinks it should be a group effort, while Brennan, the bully, thinks it should be a solo event. Come watch as they sing and dance their way through all of your favorite Christmas songs and some new ones. This cast of professional actors is based in Bartle Creek, MI and are a part of Top Hal Productions “KidstufT’ theatre company. flat disks. If dough is very soft, cover and chill until firmer. ROLL one disk be­ tween two sheets of wax paper to 3/8-inch thick rectangle. (If bot­ tom sheet of wax paper becomes wrinkled, turn over and re-adjust pap­ er.) Remove top sheet of wax paper. Cut out shapes using two light­ ly floured pattern pieces; remove extra dough. Invert onto ungreased baking sheet WHITE SNOW FROSTTNG using bottom piece of 2 cups (12-ounce wax paper. Continue package) Nestle with remaining dough Toll House and patterns. Premier White BAKE in preheated Morsels 350°F. oven for 10 to 12 1/3 cup milk minutes or until cookie 3 3/4 cups (1-pound box) is firm. Check to see if powdered sugar pieces match patterns; 1 teaspoon vanilla trim, if necessary, while extract dough is hot. Let stand DECORATIONS for 5 minutes; remove 8 bars (two 8-ounce to wire racks to cool boxes) Nestle Toll completely. House Semi-Sweet FOR PREMIER Baking Chocolate WHITE FROSTING. Nestle Raisinets MICROWAVE mor­ Candy sels and milk in large, Assorted colored microwave-safe mixer candies bowl on MEDIUM-HIGH FOR COOKIE HOUSE: (70%) power for 1 min­ BEAT sugar, Choco ute; stir welL Microwave Bake, butter, corn at additional 10 to 20 syrup, egg and vanilla second intervals, stir­ in large mixer bowl ring until smooth; cool until smooth. Gradually to iwm temperature. beat in flour. Add 1 ADD powdered sugar tablespoon additional and vanilla; beat with corn syrup if mixture is electric mixer until too crumbly to hold smooth. Add small together. Press into 3 amount of milk, if nec­ essary; frosting should be very stiff but spread­ able. Keep covered. TO ASSEMBLE TOLL HOUSE: FROST entire surface of foil-covered tray or cardboard with frosting. Spread a generous amount of frosting along side edges of the four wall pieces; press walls of house together. Spread extra frosting in joints to reinforce, Allow to dry until firm. Glue on roof pieces with more frosting, allowing an overhang. Frost roof. Allow to dry. Cut baking bars into four sections each. For chimney, glue two sections together with frosting, top sides together; adhere to roof. For fence, place remain­ ing bars around house. For walkway, scatter Raisinets up to doorway. Glue candies around door, windows and fence with frosting, as desired. Houw front cut I House side cut 2 House bock cut I Roof cut 2 _ © Caledonia orchestras planning Christmas concert Dec. 8 presents On Friday, December 16, 1994, at 5:30 p.m., Caledonia Community Education will be having their annual Dinner with Santa. Come enjoy a pizza dinner and visit with Santa at the high school cafeteria. After dinner, at 7:00 p.m.. join us in the Performing Arts Center for the play “All I Want For Christmas” performed by Kidstuff Theatre Company. The cost for the evening will be '5.00 per person or *25.00 per family. Tickets for the play only arc *3.00 per person. Tickets will be on sale al each elementary , the Community Ed. office or at the door Children under 3 are free. Pictures with Santa will also be available for *2 .00 Bring the entire family for an evening of fun! Don’t forget to bring your wish list! COOKIE HOUSE 2 cups granulated sugar 3 ounces (3 envel­ opes) Nestle Toll House Choco Bake Unsweetened Chocolate Flavor 10 tablespoons (1 1/4 sticks) butter or margarine, softened 1/3 cup light corn syrup 1 egg 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 4 cups all-purpose flour Cookie House patterns (directions follow) 3? ’ J <4 J $ W ® AH the Caledonia orchestras will welcome the holiday season with their annual Christmas concert on Thurs­ day, Dec. 8. The program will begin at 7:30 p.m. in the Caledonia High School Performing Arts Center. Admission is free, and the public is invited. The elementary, middle school and high school or­ chestras will perform, and Or­ chestra Director Pete DeLille said a variety of music and a number of solos and ensembles will be featured For the Caledonia High ^or Classified _ Action- ^Ri CALL Ads School orchestra, the concert will mark just one of the per­ formance and fund-raising goals it has set in preparation for its February appearance at Disney World’s Magic Kingdom and the Epcot Center in Florida Members of all the or­ chestras have helped raise money for the high school trip by selling Disney products and candy bars. However, students hope the community will support not only their fund-raising, but also their performance ef­ forts, said DeLille. “Music is always an impor­ tant part of the Christmas season,” he said. “We hope our residents will come and enjoy our concert at this special time of year.’’ RACHEL’S P Christmas Trees R, • Scotch Pine • Bine Spruce • Dougin* Fir Fresh Cut I ritEE | 4 FREE Greens I 795-3345 Pastoor's Family Market Aexr to Gavin Chevy MIDDLEVILLE HOURS Weekdays hl 8; Sat 9-9 p.m.; Sun. 12-7 p.m TREES FROM 2-14 FT. • �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I December 6, 1994 I Page 9 Parent shares nursing facts with 4th-graders by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer “Can't you hear my heart­ beat?" could have been the theme in one of the Page Elementary classrooms recently. Fourth-graders in the class of Don Ketchum had the op­ portunity to listen to their own hearts and a classmates as part of the unit studying the digestive and circulatory systems. Michelle Rose, the mother of one of the kids, is a nurse She brought her stethoscope to class. She talked about the heart and gave the kids some baste facts about the strongest mus­ cle in the human body. Rose talked to the students about blood pressure, pulse and heart rate Each one of the kids got to listen to their own heartbeat througt the stethoscope and then they each listened to a classmate's heartbeat “We really want to thank Mrs Rose for volunteering to share her knowledge with us." said Ketchum. This type of hands-on ex­ perience is not only practical, but also helps the kids become better learners, he explained. CHS Visions and Volunteers to sponsor benefit dance Dec. 9 ing. and the V & V class is planning Christmas decora­ tions for the fund-raiser. Founded 16 years ago by oncologist Dr George Royer of Portage. Special Days Camp offers children with cancer, or who have had cancer, the chance to enjoy all the fun of “going to summer camp" in a medically safe environment. Since its founding, it has maintained one of the longest histories of successful camp­ ing programs for children with cancer, and has served as Calendar of Events a model for other camp pro­ Through Dec. 9 — Orders will be taken (prepaid) for the grams throughout the U.S. 'Sweatin' for the Library' sweatshirts. No orders past 3:00 on It has served more than the 9th. $15 per sweatshirt. Contact the school if you are 1,000 kids, and more than 450 interested. volunteers have staffed the Dec. 6 — All are invited to an evening of book ideas for Christmas’ At McFall, at 7:00 with Bill Rich. Vision rescreen­ camp Besides the summer pro­ ing for 7th grade gram. it offers camping pro­ Dec. 7 — M.S. donut day, 50 cents each grams for the siblings of Dec. 8 — 4th grade craft day. don't forget your $2.50. Senior cancer patients, a teen trip for citizens lunch and concert at the high school, 12 noon teenage cancer patients and a Dec. 9 — Page popcorn. 35 cents a bag, 3 for $1. winter camp. Dec. 11 — M.S. and H.S. concert at the Middle School, 3 However. Special Days is a p.m. non-profit organization staff­ Dec. 12-16 — Holiday food collection at all the buildings. ed entirely by volunteers and Dec. 12 — Page Winter Music Program in the M.S. gym, 7 funded solely by donations, p.m. School board meeting. 7:30 p.m.. H.S. library. grants and fund-raising Dec. 14 — Class rings can be picked up at the H.S. during efforts. lunch hours. Families of campers are Dec. 14-15 — Science Alive at West (P.E.T. funded). asked to contribute a camp fee Dec. 15-16 — Sth grade craft days, remember your $2.50. of $25 to $50, but no child is Dec. 15, 16, 19-21 — H.S. Holiday Week noon time activities turned away because of an in­ sponsored by the Student Council to raise money for the needy. ability to pay. As assembly on the 21st to finalize all these events. Actual per-camper costs are $600-$700. and about 60 per­ Looking ahead... cent of the campers attend on Dec. 19 — McFall parties. a full scholarship. Dec. 20 — Christmas parties at all three elementaries. M.S. “One of the reasons we are student council has special day for middle schoolers: go roller holding this dance is because skating or go to a show! ‘Special Days’ is running out Dec. 21 — Half day of school, dismiss at 10:45 for M.S. and H.S. H.S. runs hours 5. 6. 7. Dismissal for elementaries at of money." said V & V staff member Julie Sielawa. noon, sack lunch offered at McFall and West. Blue jean/holiBesides the $3 admission day colors day at Pae. charge to the dance, the V & Dec. 22-Jan. 2 — Holiday break V class is asking area Jan. 3, 1995 — School resumes. Jan. 5 — Immunization Clinic for all needing updated im­ businesses for donations and had raised $376 by press time. munization, 2:15-4:00. Some businesses have donated Jan. 10 — P.E.T. meeting. 9:30 a.m. at McFall. specific goods that can be raf­ April 3-7 — Spring break. ***** fled off during the dance, Sielawa said. Teachable Moments... “Double L DJ Service,’’ Page — On Monday. Nov. 28, Mrs. Chausow's and Mrs for instance, is donating the Jahnke's class toured the Michigan Capitol and Historical Museum. The tours helped to enhance the students' learning music for the dance, and McDonald’s is offering free about Michigan government. Quote of the Week — The greatest gifts you can give your lunch coupons to be raffled off children are the roots of responsibility and the wings of throughout the evening. Nearly 20 local businesses independence have helped out so far with either money or goods. Anyone who has not been contacted, but who would like to contribute, should call the V & V office at 891-0214 All donations are tax deductible DOOR, INC. The V &. V class members "Where the customer comes first” say they hope CHS students will view the dance as a way for them to express the Christmas sptnt of giving and turn out for the dance The Caledonia High School Visions and Volunteers class is raising funds for a special camp for some very special kids. V & V will hold a benefit dance in the high school com­ mons from 8:30 to 11:30 p.m. Friday. Dec. 9 to help the Special Days Camp in Jackson, which provides some unique recreational oppor­ tunities for youngsters battling cancer and leukemia. Pizza and beverages will be served throughout the even- TK Bulletin Board ZYLSTRA CARAGE DOORS AND OPENERS RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • Sales • Service • Installation BINGO Member of the Grand Rapids Homebuilders Association American uesioaPost #305 s_,a^Rs’La 9548 Cherry VaHey Caledonia 698-7242 ___________ 3086 92nd S.E., Caledonia • THURSDAY • Early Bird - 6:30 PM Amanda Mayhew listens to the heartbeat of her classmate Matthew Rose. Hoekstra rep. to be available locally Dec. 15 ALAN J. EAVEY, D.V.M. A representative from Se­ cond District Congressman Peter Hoekstra's office will be at the Thomapple Township Hall from noon to 2 p.m. Thursday. Dec. 15. The sessions, held on the third Thursday of each month, are to allow constituents to get help from Hoekstra’s office without having to travel to his Holland office or to share con­ cerns about curent legislative issues. For more information, call the Holland district office at (616) 395-0030. iA Committed to Large Animal yy Medicine and Surgery 948-2222 1420 W. Green St., Hastings Accepting Appointments Mon. thru Fri. Emergency Services Available YES! You Can Be In Your New Home by CHRISTMAS! True Value Homes has many lovely new homes to choose from, that range from cozy to spacious to suit your needs. Prices Start At Only... 26,500 WITH PAYMENTS AS LOW AS... at £1 a* MONTH* SSl why wait? 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Caledonia girls varsity basketball coach Mike Wilson said the all-conference selec­ tion was tough this year, with talented players on every team. ’*1 was pleased that our con­ ference chose four of our girls out of such a talented group of athletes." he said. VanderVelde, who also was an al I-conference choice as a junior, "simply had a fan­ tastic year." said Wilson. She led the team in almost every statistical category, averaging 17 points a game in conference play, shooting 60 percent from the field and 74 percent from the free throw stripe. She also dished off 41 assists, had 36 steals and pull­ ed down 70 rebounds Wilson described his 5-6 guard as the "workhorse" of the team this year She did not leave the game until the outcome was deter­ mined and she was able to maintain her level of play. I’m not sure I have ever seen a more consistent performer. " Dani Gallert also makes her second appearance on the O-K Gold all-star team. She was the team's second leading scorer this year, averaging 10.1 points a game, shooting 42 percent from the field and knocking down 22 three-point field goals. "We relied heavily on her scoring, but that is only the beginning of her contribu­ tions," noted Wilson. "She was an outstanding defensive player, averaging 2.5 steals a game, and she provided excellent leadership. Dani has become the most unselfish player I have ever seen. She made sure everyone was performing to their ability." Three-year letter winner Jaimie Oatley was the team’s top defender the past two seasons and the "unsung hero” of the team, said Wilson. "Our defensive game plan usually started with Jaimie Oatley." he said. "She was either going to stop the oppo­ nent’s best scorer or be the first to help. She is simply relentless in carrying out her defensive assignment." Offensively. Oatley was the team’s third leading scorer. averaging seven points a game in league play and shooting 58 percent from the field. She also had 32 assists and 38 rebounds. "Her contributions weren’t always noticed, but our team was not nearly as successful without her on the floor.’’ praised Wilson. At just 5-9. senior center Katie Donker often had the assignment of guarding an op­ ponent with several inches height advantage, but she was successful, said Wilson. She was also the team's leading rebounder with 71 for the league season, and offen­ sively she shot 44 percent from the field. "She is one of those players who doesn't get distracted," said Wilson. "She gave 100 percent the entire game, and just did so many little things that helped us win. “This has been a great season and a great team to coach. I think this team has set some standards that future teams will be trying to match for years to come." Dykstra’s Preferred Poured Walls, Inc. • Poured basement walls • Flatwork • Farm work Phone 795-3345 for Sun & News ACTION ADS! Selected for all-conference honors by O-K Gold girls’ basketball coaches were Sweet Ladies Danielle Gallert (front), Jaimie Oatley (left), Jodi VanderVelde and Katie Donker (honorable mention). VanderVelde also was named to the Associated Press' all-state team. Lowell resident wins ‘Big Buck’ hunting contest ROB DYKSTRA, Owner 10698 Finkbeiner Rd., Middleville 7QC 7A74 f Vf < We Moved! Our New Address is... 9800 Cherry Valley Ave. (M-37) (2 doors north of our old location) Caledonia Freeport Elevator owner Jim Decker (left) awards the first place trophy for the Big Buck Contest to Jared Blough. (616) 891-0050 Caledonia Rent All Open Monday thru Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. bv Margaret Fowler Staff Water Jared Blough of Lowell took the top place in the "Big Buck" contest sponsored by Decker s Freeport Elevator. This was the first year that the Elevator has held the con­ test. according to owner Jim Decker He was pleased with the amount of response he got to the idea, with about 30 hunters entering Decker assigned points to each buck entered in the con­ test using a formula that in­ cluded weight and the buck's rack Blough's nine-point buck that dressed out about 160 pounds earned the veteran hunter the first place trophy. Trophies also were awarded to the second- and third-place winners Barbara Swanson of Allo look second place and Cary Smith of Freeport was third. * Hom»own»n - Cash Faat * *1«i and 2nd Mortgage purerma or rotoance land corona fofcwncmg • Homo or Rental Progeny 'Stow CradK OK *86 CorwiMtton mc. Tmi Easy *Cal 24 Hours AMum Mortgage « Fnance Corp. 800-966-2221 FREE Pte-QueWicatton �The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml / December 6, 1994 / Page 11 f From Our Readers Public opinion needed for hearing on sewer Dear editor: Tonight (Dec. 6) at 7 p.m. at Kettle L^akc School is a public hearing for or against a Sewer District No. 2 for the Campau/Kettle Lake Caledonia area. Certainly some properties may need public sewer because their own property may by clay and poorly or non perkable. A large sewer district was formed, however, which includes numerous pro­ perties that received valid county health permits for nor­ mal sewer operation, that don’t need public sewer and that are expandable on present ground. Many property owners, in­ cluding Caledonia Schools, however, were included in the district to finance the system for those who do need it and to finance the repair and im­ provement of District No. I. which was built with supposed expansion capabilities. Kettle Lake School has a completely operational system with expansion capability on land Mr. Berends sold the school that can also be used for playground expansion. Caledonia Schools’ (for Kettle Lake S.) share is $124,000 plus in excess of $5.(XX) per year user fee to pour gunk into someone elsc’s rat hole My opinion is it's a poor use of educational tax money for something ab- solutely not needed Private property owners likewise will be coerced into participating, regardless of need, even if they just recently installed a new system (with Kent County Health Dept. ap­ proval). have zero need for it and don't want it. Each in­ dividual will be assessed thousands, plus annual (paid quarterly) user fees. The treated effluent even­ tually gets drained into a local stream that runs into Lake Michigan. (Dilutions the solu­ tion to pollution). Is it better public policy for effluent in the streams or into soil to be filtered and even drinkable from a well pipe 150 feet away? This may by why the DNR does not wish to renew the Sewer District No. 1 permit. My greatest concern, however, as a former Caledonia Township Trustee, is that the decision to approve the District No. 2 is legally and strategically "nonreferendable " Township At­ torney Jim White stated to me that the Township Board's decision in this matter is final and complete. Though our formof govern­ ment allows for numerous decisions to be referendable and determined by the voter — the persons the legislation directly affects, this particular decision will be safely preserved away from voter disapproval. I won't even sug­ gest this is democracy in ac­ tion. Thoughtful strategy, however! The best government is. in my opinion, both responsive and responsible to the pubic, and encourages fundamental traditional American values. If the township government were to decide to extend the system No. 1 to those who need it now and require other adjoining properties to buy in and tie in. if and when their own system fails. I have no opposition. I believe that a vote of the property owners in the pro­ posed district would vote down the govemment/private proposal. But 1 don't think we re to be given that chance — and it's not referendable. either. Your presence and com­ ments tonight at Kettle Lake School would be greatly en­ couraged to influence the decision to be made. Your writtern comments or phone calls to Township Board members or to Super­ visor Tom Garbow would be appropriate if you cannot attend. Jack Berends Caledonia $ Credit Problems? Cash $ $ Problems? We can help. $ $ • Refinancing • Home Improvement $ $ • Debt Consolidation $ $ A-One Mortgage Corp. $ $ 310 44th St.. S.W.. 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The two coaches are co­ coordinators of the program, which began last fall with a girls’ basketball league and about 40 middle school girls playing on eight teams. With the winter sports season about to begin, the in­ tramural program follows suit, with about 90 boys sign­ ed up for their chance to play some competitive basketball Meerman and Rea also are looking at providing a coed volleyball program or even separate teams for boys and girls, depending on interest. For the spring, they're ex­ ploring the possibilities of a softball league Experienced coaches as well as CMS teachers, Rea and Meerman said they believe intramural* fill an im­ portant need at their school. ”1 think it’s going to be a great opportunity.” said Meerman, who has coached both high school and AAU (Amateur Athletic Union) teams, and who teaches physical education at CMS. Ntxiding at the gymful of young basketball players, he said. "Most of these kids just enjoy playing the game, and want a chance to learn some skills and b ve tun. "With this program, there’s not the pressure there is with an imerscholastic team, but we are going to keep team standings in the league. The kids do want it to be competitive " "Interscholastic competi­ tion really isn’t for everybody, and we shouldn’t expect it to be.” Rea agreed "But we should have something for these kids who just enjoy playing and for those who didn’t make the interscholastic team this year. "It’s one thing to accept not making the team, but I guess I’d be pretty upset if I got cut from that team and there wasn’t anywhere else I could play “Now there is a place for them to play and to improve if they want. The kids that are going to develop from this program will use what they learn here as a springboard to improve their skills, things they can practice and work on.” Rea emphasized that the on­ ly real difference between the intramural teams and the in­ terscholastic teams is that one plays ocher schools. At CMS. only one in­ terscholastic basketball team is chosen for the seventh grade and one for the eighth grade There is no in­ terscholastic season for sixth­ graders. This year, once the in­ terscholastic teams were selected, the students could sign up for the intramural league. Play will begin today. Tues­ day. Dec. 6 Rea said before the in­ tramural teams are chosen, the kids all will work on basic skills for a few days. The two coaches supervise the activities while members of the CHS boys' basketball teams provide one-on-one help. After a few days of wat­ ching the young players prac­ tice. the high school players "drafted" teams they will coach and referee during the intramural season under the watchful eyes of Meerman and Rea Teams were kept as balanc­ ed as possible in terms of the players’ skills. Each team of seven or eight players will have three coaches, one each from the freshman, the junior varsity and the varsity teams. "That way. there will always be at least one coach available to help." Rea Instruction will be part of the intramurals program. Here, Jon Meerman, a co­ coordinator of the program, offers some tips. Meerman, an experienced coach, also is the CMS physical education teacher. CMS teacher and high school basket­ ball cooch Larry Rea is the other coordinator. IB* Carhartt Insulated Coverall with Zipper Built better than it has to be. 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Play must be over in time for the students to catch the eighth-hour bus home, “ every second is important Rea said. To help keep the games moving, free throws will be allowed only for shooting fouls. “The kids on an in­ terscholastic team will get more practice time, but probably less playing time than intramural players,” Rea pointed out. "Once the league gets started, we won t have time for practices, but each team member should get lots of tune on the floor Meerman said they hope to get in two evening sessions so parents can come to see their sons pl a s. "We did that on just one evening with the girls, and it went very well, so now we’d like to do that more often if we can." he said Al the end of the season, there w ill be an evening round of games and the coaches w ill present a few awards Meerman and Rea em­ phasized that this is the pilot year for the middle school in­ tramural program, and they hope it will be well organized when the new middle school opens in 1995 Caledonia Middle School boys began intramural basketball last week with drills and scrimmages. The program will provide boys in all three middle school grades a chance to play in a competitive league. “1 think h’s going to con­ tinue to go well.” said Meer­ man. ’ And 1 think the pro­ gram is only going to get bet­ ter and better as we get ex­ perience with it.” "I know some people may be upset that their son didn't make the imerscholastic team, but I hope they will give the intramural league an honest look,” said Rea. "This is not going to be a program where we just roll out the balls and tell everyone to have a go<xl lime. "We’re planning a very structured program, organiz­ ed and efficient, something we think the kids will like to do. ’It is not a replacement for the interscholastic program, and it’s mH intended to be. But this is a league for fun and development, and now, anyone who wants to play and to bone their skills has that op­ portunity, whether they want to play interscholastically or mH. That opportunity was mH there before.” �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / December 6, 1994 I Page 13 Globetravelers raise funds forTK athletic programs by Margaret Fowier Staff Writer A visit by the Harlem Globetravelers raised about $1,200 for the Thornapple Kellogg High School Athkkk Boosters. The Globe Travelers, featuring Rex “Showboat” Jones of Globetrotter fame, visited the TK schools last Thursday and then had a benefit game in the evening. At the schools, the Globetravelers got the kids in­ volved by pulling some of the students onto the basketball court and tossing the basket­ ball hack and forth. The comedy basketball team gave a little preview of their style of play. Showboat showed off a bit by balancing a spinning basketball on the end of a ball­ point pen which was held in his teeth. The evening game was played against the TK All Stars, a team made up of several faculty members who were game for the challenge. It was not surprising to have the entire game come to a halt as the Globetravelers pulled off a comic stunt like hauling a washtub full of water to center court and begin “stirr­ ing up” some mischief. The group also gave a demonstration just before the game that included their magic circle stunt using a black light and a "glowing” ball. According Io boosters’ treasurer Mary Khnge. the group was really well received. The Globclravelers also had pictures for sale, which they autographed before and after the game and during halftime. She estimated that about 1,000 people showed up for the game. “Staff and teachers were great about participating and helping us out,” she said. Just for the record, the TK All-Stars made a valiant ef­ fort, but the Globetravelers won, 97-50. “People who came to the game were very pleased and several asked if we might do this again next year.” Klinge added. Proceeds from the game will go back to the kids because it helps purchase medical supplies for the year and new equipment that is needed, she explained. “This kind of thing was something that Middleville has needed for quite a while.” Klinge added Rex "Showboat" Jones has a little game of pass the basketball with McFall students during one of the daytime assemblies. Globe Traveller Greg Jones was more than happy to autograph his picture for fans at the Thornapple Kellogg benefit game. Thornapple Kellogg Middle School principal Gordon Dahlgren (center) faces off with Rex "Showboat" Jones of the Harlem Globe Travellers. Balancing a spinning basketball on the end of a pen held between the teeth is just one of the stunts demonstrated by Harlem Globe Travellers Rex “Showboat" Jones. IO DAY TIRE SALE YOUR #1 TIRE STORE Call 795-3550 500 Arlington (M-37) Next to Crystal Flash, Middleville Cooper 40,000 Mile Discover AST All Season RADIAL Truck Tires Free | TREE SHAKING f' & TREE WRAPPING • With Any Purchase • Anytime With this Coupon C Cut YOUr Own (Saws Provided) Beautiful Quality ® 1 J®® J AH Scotch Pines . . v«w cwm We Have Three s1000 Sections Precut Trees • Wreaths Blue Spruce up to 12 ft. 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I was both surprised and pleased. Surprised that now there is a planning guide for parents of elementary and middle school students who plan to attend a college or university after high school; and pleased to know that other educators see the value in providing parents with in­ formation that will help them, along with their children, in making sound educational decisions I’d like to share a few of the highlights from this publication. First, the guide points out three common problems facing students and their parents: • Although poor grades may limit after-high school choices, so can the type of courses taken Minimum course re­ quirements for admittance to some colleges and universities may exceed the number and type of courses required for high school graduation • College admission tests measure skills that should have been developed during middle and high school. Even though “last minute” test preparation courses and seminars may im­ prove a student’s scores, they are not intended to supplant middle- and high-school academic coursework. In other words, there is no substitute for good study skills and hard work during grades 6 through 12. • Students and parents often begin thinking about financial aid just before high school graduation. Though it’s never too late to locate funding, storting early significantly improves the student's chances of getting scholarships, grants, or loans Valuable sources for locating financial aid are high school counseling offices, public libraries, local civic organizations In another section of the guide. Montague goes on to describe the type and minimum number of course college­ bound students need to take in order to be prepared for undergraduate work. They are: English, four years; math, three years; science, two years; social science, two years; foreign languages, two years in a single language; and other academic areas, fine and performing arts, computer/technology Finally, the guide describes common factors colleges and universities use in selecting students. They are: courses taken (type and quantity), teacher/counselor recommendations, ethnicity, grades, application questions and essays, geographic location; grade-point average; personal interview; almuni rela­ tionship; rank in class; activities outside the classroom; ma jor/collcgc applied to; admission test results; special tolcnt/skills and financial capabilities. One final note: Copies of this guide will be made available to the first 20 people who attend the Gifted and Talented group meeting Jan. 19 from 3:30 to 4:30 in the Thomapple Kellogg Middle School library. The meeting is open to any interested TK staff, community member or parent. NOPF Capitol Commentary By Sen. Dick Posthumus New laws will restore confidence in government About six months ago. I told you about the Joint Legislative Ethics Commission and the recommendations it had offered to assure accountability and instill greater public confidence in the political process. At that time. I also explained that legislative leaders had committed to acting on those recom­ mendations when the state legislature met this fall. Now I am pleased to tell you we are following through on this commitment For the first time in more than a decade, a House and Senate have joined forced to make significant changes to the Michigan lobby law. Though most legislators — Democrat and Republican — work hard and honestly on behalf of their constituents, there is always potential for ethical misconduct. The adoption of this package of bills goes a long way in eliminating that potential The first bill in the package, which I introduced, lowers the threshold at which lobbyists have to report spending on travel and lodging for lawmakers to anything more than $500. This change would be effective on Jan. 1, 1995. This bill. Senate Bill 1319, is an important step because it promotes greater disclosure to the public or what lobbyists spend on lawmakers. And the more information you have, the better. House Bill 4326 addresses another concern by nailing shut the revolving door. Under this bill, lawmakers are prohibited from resigning from office to become lobbyists or lobbying agents Currently, a legislator can resign in the middle of his or her term and immediately take a job as a lobbyists or lobbying agent. This poses a potential problem because the legislator then is in a position to push through the process proposals that could benefit the special interest group for which he or she hopes, or plans to work. House Bill 4837 would amend the Michigan Campaign Finance Act by abolishing office holder expense funds (OEFs). OEFs are made up of contributions made to lawmakers by anybody who wants to give them, and lawmakers can use the money for travel costs, meals, books, subscriptions — anything “incidental to holding office.” But as of Jan. 1, 1996. an elected public official cannot establish an OEF or ac­ cept contributions to an existing OEF. 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Yankee Springs Township will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids or servi­ ces, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audiotapes of printed material being considered at the hearing, on five days notice to the Yankee Springs Township Harvey E. VanderBee Clerk Phone: 795-9091 While most lawmakers use OEFs responsibly, there have been too many questionable expenditures in recent years. For example, new stories have detailed OEF spending for lavish gifts, tickets to sporting events, alcoholic beverages, redecorating, etc. This sort of abuse shakes the public faith in lawmakers and the legislative process. So by eliminating OEFs altogether, we diffuse the possibility of abuse The final bill in the package. House Bill 4371. bans all cash honorana as of January 1. 1995. This means lawmakers can no longer be paid for giving a speech, writing an article or sitting on a panel, for example. This will prevent the kind of abuse that began to plague Washington D.C. in the 1980s where special interest groups paid unjustifiable fees to elected officials to speak at their events. Lawmakers who violate this law would face a misdemeanor punishable by a fine or not more than $1,000 or imprisonment of not more than 90 days, or both Together, these changes will help make our system more ac­ countable and. in the long run. create more confidence among the public that their elected officials are doing their jobs without undue influence from special interests As I mentioned earlier, the great majority of officeholders are ethical, hard-working people trying to serve their com­ munities in the best way they know how. However. I believe it is essential that we take every reasonable step to assure the public is confident their government is operating honestly. This package is an important part of that. Official MIDDLEVILLE Village Council Minutes November 7. 1994 President Myers called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Present: Bray, French. Oliver. Schellinger. Stagray. and VandenBerg Absent: None. Guests: Several Village residents and Jeff Dionne Minutes of the October 5. 1994 meeting were approved as read Agenda approved as presented French moved that Council op prove on ordinance to amend the Middleville Village Code of 1980 related to Parking of Vehicles on Streets, by adding a new subsection to Section 3107 of article I of Chapter 3 of said code THE VILLAGE OF MID DLEVILLE ORDAINS Section 1. Section 3107 is hereby amended by the addition of a new subsection dealing with exceptions, reading as follows 3107.7 EXCEPTION Notwithstanding the prohibi­ tion contained in Section 3107.1 a passenger vehicle may be parked on a street between the hours of 2:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m.. but shall be parked at least 6 feet away from the paved por­ tion of said street.” Section 2. Section 3107.6 is hereby amended to read as follows: "3107.6 DEFINITIONS. a. Street. For purposes of this section. "Street” shall mean the entire dedicated right of way, the center line of which shall be presumed to be the center line of the paved portion of the right of way. b. Passenger vehicle. For pur­ poses of this section, "passenger vehicle" shall mean any automobile, mini-van, sport utility vehicle, or pickup truck under one and one half (1Z2) ton capocity, providing said vehicle is not used for any commercial purpose." Section 3. This ordinance shall take effect upon publication. Support by VandenBerg. Roll coll: Bray aye, French aye. Oliver aye. Schellinger aye. Stogroy aye. VandenBerg aye and Myers aye. Motion Carried. A letter read and discussion held concerning the rezoning of property at 640 Arlington Court Tabled till next Council meeting Jeff Dionne updated Council on the Middleville Mountain Bike Pork. Schellinger moved the printed bills in the amount of $31.434 91 be paid Support by Stogroy Ayes oil. Carried. Schellinger moved that Coun­ cil approve the Wastewater Treatment Plant expenditures. Erhardt Construction $153 294 30 Prein and Newhof, P C.. $12,092 89 and Construe tion Retainer $88,101.10. Sup port by Vandenberg. Ayes oil. Carried. Council and Police Chief Shoemaker reviewed the Oc­ tober Police. Activity Report Police Chief Shoemaker presented to Council a FACT SHEET from the U.S. Department of Justice concerning Funding Accelerated for Smaller Towns (COPS FAST) for Populations under 50,000. A COPS grant This matter sent to Safety Com­ mittee for consideration. VandenBerg moved that Council authorize Police Chief Shoemaker to send Officer Booher to attend Police Alcohol Enforcement Training Program, November 29 December 2, 1994 Support by French. Ayes all Carried. Council and Manager Manshum reviewed the Manager's Report. Update on the truck bid and sign lawsuit at Springlake. Jason Cherry Village Planner presented to Council a preliminary housing plan. No ac­ tion token. With no further business. Oliver moved for adjournment Support by Bray. Ayes all. Carried Meeting adjourned ot 8 06 p.m. Cheryl Hooper. Village Clerk (300) HELP WANTED Pet of the Week "Ricky" is a 3-year-old neutered male with big blue eyes. The long-haired fawn and black cat loves kids and is ready to spring into a new home. He is just one of the many fine animals currently available for adop­ tion at the Barry County Animal Shelter. The shelter especially needs puppy and kitten food, it's that time of year. Bedding is also needed. Anyone wishing to make a donation may stop by the shelter during regular business hours. The Barry County Animal Shelter is currently located at 825 W. Apple Street in Hastings. It is open from 9 a m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, and on Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon. Cats and kittens con be adopted for $6. The adoption fee for dogs and puppies is $10. (There may be addi­ tional costs for odult dogs for a rabies shot and license.) Also, you must sign a contract stating you rill have the animal spayed or neutered within 30 days or by the time it is six months old. There is no fee for bringing an animal to the shelter. For more infor­ mation, call 948-4885. FACTORY DISTRIBUTION and CLERICAL Current openings at companies located by the Kent County Airport and the south end of Grand Rapids. • WILL TRAIN industrial workers! $5.50-$6.50 to start! • Experienced clerical personnel can expect S6.00-S9.50! • Skilled factory workers earn $6.00-$12.00! Apply 8 am-4 pm weekdays! 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For some of the kids, this may be the only chance they will ever have to get this close to sea creatures such as sea stars, anemones, urchins, crabs, barnacles and even a shark. is put on by The .program ~ the Living Science Foundation Two large tidepool tanks were set up in the McFall library by the Living Science Foundation. All of the first graders got to touch, hold, and feel of live sea creatures like sea stars, urchins, crabs, barnacles, and sea anemones. and is sponsored into the school through the Parents and Elementary Teachers group. Besides the hands-on ex­ perience, each classroom has the benefit of a slide show that goes along with the touching portion. Touching the shark that was part of the exhibit was pro­ bably the thing that the children feared most. Many asked if if would bite, but the Living Science teacher explained that this horned shark wouldn't hurt them. Even then, a few of the children perferred to just look and not touch. FITNESS • F MHR Jofar is one big sheep crab. First grader Brandon Coburn is careful not to let the pinchers get him while Living Science Foundation instructor Michelle Smith helps. McFall first grader Stephanie Palmer gently holds a purple sea urchin. Sea stars look much dif­ ferent when they are alive. Travis Graham carefully studies one in the tank and one in his hand. CD R V CD LJ • ASK YOURSELF THESE OUESTIONSff • Are you an at home working Mom? • Are you looking for a way to baby yourself? • Do you want to keep those extra 7 lbs off over the holidays? • Do you feel stressed out after a day at work? • Are you out of breath after climbing 1 flight of stairs? • Would you like to meet more people in the community? • Would you feel better if you lost a few pounds? • Are you over 60 and worried about losing your independence? 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S am 9 pm. tat 9 am 3 p-i F7-! �Page 16 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I December 6. 1994 Experience and depth key for TK wrestlers Why coll Spencer's Towing! ■ ■ ■ ■ 24 Hour Service Radio Dispatch Fully Insured Flatbed Service ■ ■ ■ ■ Jumpstarts Lock Outs 8 Trucks Available Emergency Tire Repair We bill direct to every insurance agency in Barry County, including: • AAA • ERS • Allstate • Amoco • Farmers • AARP « State Farm • Montgomery Wards • Cross Country • Auto Owners we are on the 911 Emergency Call List SPENCER S TOWINC 795-3369 or 1-800-635-9964 MIDDLEVILLE The 1994-95 wrestling season will feature another strong Middleville team, ac­ cording to Head Coach Tom Lehman. Last season's team finished with a dual meet record of 14-3 and champions of the OK Blue Conference. Experience comes from four seniors who are return­ ing. Ryan Wine he 1 will wres­ tle at 134 or 142 lbs. He compiled a 27-5 record last season. Chad Foster had a 23-7 finish last season and would wrestle at 151 this year, but is recovering from a knee injury which may keep him out for the season. Jody Blain fills the 275 lbs. weight class. He was 27-5 last year and Ty Middleton, who wrestles at 185 lbs. was 30-10 last year at 171. Another senior. Andy Dragt, transferred in and Lehman said he should add to the senior leadership for the team. Some of the juniors return­ ing are Sean Crofoot (125) who was 20-15, last season, Terry Trudell (134) who was 12-16, Marty Bender (151) Members of the Middleville wrestling team include (first row from left): Kris Utley, Marty Bender, Luke Middleton, Justin De Boode, Ryan Winchel, James Foster. Ben Osborne, Terry Trudell and Dendel Craven Second row: Assistant Coach Dwayne Knieper, Jason McClure, Sam Alexander. Andy Dragt. Jody Blain, Joel Appel. Ty Middleton, Steve Lehman, Steven Austin, Jared Otto and Assistant Coach David Stein. Third row: Corey Lamance, Walt Wisniewski. Jeremy Strait. Ryan Smith. Erik Vernon, Ken Babcock. Matt Appel. Joe Norman. Shawn Heise. Spencer Romph, Don Mello, Adam Erway, Eric Reeder and Head Coach Tom Lehman Missing from the photo is Andy Nelson. Sean Crofoot. Ron Haynes, Bill Schilthroat. Rob Osborne and Doug Kidder. who was 21-17, Steve Austin (151/160) who was 22-15 and Joel Appel (215) who was 35-9. Appel was selected _____ One of the best_____ credit cards in the country just got better. _____ Announcing Old Kent CardMiles taking off in January._ The nationally recognized Old Kent credit card is about to reach new heights. Starting soon, spend a dollar and earn a mile on any airline, with no blackout dates! Apply for your Old Kent credit card today— you've got to have our card to fly! Boarding instructions coming soon! to the All-conference team both his freshman and sophomore years. Sam Alexander, who will wrestle at either 160 or 171 pounds will "add good depth to the upper weights," said Lehman. The coach said the sopho­ mores who are returning this season will give the team the depth it will need "to make the team one of the favorites to be the OK Blue champi­ ons." Some of the returning sophomores are Andy Nelson (112) who was 13-6 last sea­ son, Luke Middleton (142) who was 20-14 and Steve Ixhman (160) who was 2218, were all varsity starters as freshmen. Justin DeBoode, Ben Osborne, Jamie Foster, Matt Appel, Rob Osborne and Doug Kidder also re­ ceived mat time last season. Coach Ixhman said there is also a "large and talented group of freshmen (who) will provide competition for some varsity spots and add great depth to the team." Hamilton, which returns their entire second-place in the conference team, new­ comer Rogers and a young Godwin team all look like strong competition for TK this season Lehman said. Ixhman is in his 23rd year of coaching the Trojan mat­ men and is assisted by Dwayne Knieper and Scott Marvin. David Stein, a new teacher al TK will also assist Ixhman with the team. Synopsis of Minutes Thornapple Township November 14, 1994 Regular meeting called at 7:02 p.m. Board Members Present 5. Others — 6. Minutes of the special and regular meetings approved as corrected. Bills in the amount of $28,749.33 approved by roll call vote. Motion passed unanimously to hire a planning consultant thru SCMP. Motion passed unanimously authorizing the Supervisor and Planning Commission Chairman to meet with Rand Bowman of SCMP to set up procedures and delegation of duties and report back to Township Board. Motion passed unanimously to adopt the recommended addi­ tional hours for fire and am bulance duty and to amend the budget for this added expense Motion passed unanimously approving write off of am­ bulance accounts receivable. Motion passed unanimously authorizing final payment for this fiscal year to Kent County Rood Commission for 108th Street. 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Alter you've answerer! a question press the star key O Of pause lor three or more seconds and the program will automatically proceed to the next question. �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / December 6, 1994 / Page 17 Scots wrestlers working toward the end result He had his wrestlers set personal goals. He made sure they were realistic goals. He is now working with them so they can realize those goals. "The kids are working toward the end result." James Maxim is in his 12 year as the Caledonia wrestling coach, and he knows that everyone on his team won't win a state championship. But he said he will push them and drive them into being the best wrestlers they can be. "They can reach the high­ est goal they want 10," Maxim said. "They just have to remember the four tenants of wrestling: Strength, Conditioning, Technique and Mental Attitude." Maxim said he is teaching the four rules for a good wrestler as well as stressing that the kids are a team. "1 want this team to work to­ gether as a team as well as fulfill the goals of the indi­ vidual. The Fighting Scots matmen return 16 kids from last season's 14-3 team. The Scots were runners-up in the OK Gold to Cedar Springs. Jason Haywood is the only regional qualifier from last year who will be back on the team, but Adam Stauffer, Jamie Trudeau, Mike Draft, Chad Mescar and Ryan Sin­ clair, all conference placers, are returning this year. Senior Along with the more expe­ rienced wrestlers, like senior Adam Paarlberg, Maxim said "we have some really good new kids who show promise." Dustin McFarlin. Mark Pyper, BJ Tomanek and Nate Smith have all shown Maxim they have the drive as an individual and as a team member. "They can reach as high as they want to," Maxim said. "They can strive for the goals they want to reach, whether it be state, region or conference champion." Maxim predicted the team at the top of the OK Gold at the end of the season would be either Sparta, Cedar Springs or Caledonia because of the quality of the wrestling programs in each district. Maxim is assisted in coaching the team by Doug Cook, Chris Kinne, Danny Phillips and Brian VandenBerg. He said the volunteers, all former wrestlers at Caledonia, help him give the wrestlers indi­ vidual attention. Also helping support the team is the Spirit Committee. The committee consists of a large group of parents who help promote the sport and conduct raffles, 50/50 draw­ ings and other fund raising activities to benefit the team. Members of the 1994 Fighting Scots wrestling team include (sitting from left): Adam Stauffer, Jamie Trudeau, mascot Justin Maxim, Jason Haywood. Ryan Sinclair and statisticians Stephanie and Shannon Maxim. Kneeling: Dustin McFarlan. Mark Pyper. BJ Tomanek, Kirk Smith. Aaron Sprague. Mike Draft. Keith Smith, Steve Benham, statistician Crystal Meyerink and Coach James Maxim. Standing: Assistant Coach Ron Pyper, Tim Johnston, Nate Smith. Nick Plummer, Curt Pyper, Chad Mescar, Josh Haywood, Bill Norris, Tim Soper and Scot Harig. Missing from photo is Adam Paarlberg Cindy Just Turned 16. Her Parents Want The Next 16 To Be As Sweet. CHS soccer players receive state recognition Caledonia's defensive sweeper Jared Oatley (left) was named to the all-state second team by the All-State Selection Committee of the Michigan Soccer Coaches Association. Receiving honorable mention was offensive striker Ivan Prado. Both were instrumental in leading their team to conference and district championships this season and a 17-3-2 overall record. So they took the time to talk with Cindy about drugs. They realize that in today s world she has probably already been approached by someone attempting to lure her to start using uppers or maybe something even more dangerous. They told Cindy what drugs can do and how they can affect her future chances of having a productive life. Now she can make the right decision if she’s ever confronted with it. So why wait until tomorrow to talk to your children. Ihlk with them today. The, Sun and News Your Homotown Newtpoper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Phone 795-3345 for SUN & NEWS ACTION ADS! �Page 18 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I December 6, 1994 One game at a time say Scots eager coach "We re going to take one game ar a time," said Cale­ donia varsity basketball coach Larry Rea. "After that, we’ll re-evaluate what we did right and what we did wrong and consider the next game." Rea is beginning his third year of coaching the Fighting Scots varsity team and start­ ing it with five kids who were all starters at one time, gone. Craig Kowalczyk, Dustin Ruth, Jon VanRyn. Adam Gall and Brian Folkersma all graduated last June But Rea doesn't shake his head and wish for things he can’t have, he takes the new kids coming on to the team and helps them look for the "individual niche." "So far the chemistry is pretty good," Rea said. The kids see... to like one another, but some are still looking for their place on the team." Rea said Jeff Bom, Shawn McCormick and Steve Schmidt have all shown they can play ball with last sea­ son's players. Coming back this season are Pat Stegeman, Brian Rea, Matt Barr, Dave Uyl and Paul Minder. Rea said the former jay vees may see more time than they expected because Uyl and Minder arc not yet at 100 percent because of previous injuries. "I hoping these kids will come out and play like heck," Rea said. "Were going to play a pressure game and be the aggressor ' He said Stegeman is the team's most consistent longrange gun and Brian Rea can hit the long shot fairly regu­ larly as well. "It’s still early," Coach Rea said, "and there are still some things to work on, but we have a variety of weapons with which to work. We are still finding where some of the kids will be most effec­ tive." The Scots finished 10-12 last season and 7-7 in the OK Gold and will start this sea­ son at home Tuesday, Dec. 6 versus Otsego at 7:30 p.m. and Dec. 9 at Middleville. Members of the 1994 Caledonia varsity basketball team include (kneeling from left): #20 Mike Simmons, #14 Luke Gravelyn, #15 Drew Hale. #3 Chris Allen, #32 Paul Minder, and #25 Steve Schmidt. Standing: Coach Larry Rea. #23 Ryan Stephen, #22 Shawn McCormick, #33 Matt Barr. #24 Jeff Bom. #34 Pat Stegeman. #21 Brian Rea and #4 Dave Uyl. Team’s attitude to carry the TK eager team Members of the Middleville varsity basketball team include (kneeling from left): Nate Bundy, Tim Roodvoets, Steve Converse, Matt Liu, Chris DeBlaay, Brad Williams and Andy Brewer. Standing: Jerry Postma, Dwight Wade, Evan Chamberlin, Brian Brewer, Greg Kotrbra, Jason Gearhart and Coach Curt Holzhueter. Losing only one starter from last season's basketball team, should have Mid­ dleville's varsity coach Curt Holzhueter feeling confident, but until he sees how the team works together in a scrimmage, he's withholding. The team lost starter Mike Sarver to graduation, but has 6-foot-6 center Steve Converse back in the line up. He was out last season due to injury and the coach said he still isn't at 100 percent.. Brian Brewer, a 6-foot-4 returning forward is out for a time yet because of a broken leg. He was All-OK Blue honorable mention last year. Andy Brewer, an All-con­ ference guard at 5-foot-11, Nate Bundy, a 6-foot guard/forward. Matt Liu, a 5foot-9 guard and Jeremy An­ derson, a 6-foot-2 guard/for­ ward are all back for another season. All started at one time last season. Others returning arc Tim Roodvoets, a 6-foot-2 forward/ccnter. Brad Williams, a 6-foot guard and Chris De­ Blaay, a 5-foot-11 guard. One of the former junior varsity players who have shown promise to Holzhueter is Greg Kotrbra, a 6-foot 1 guard. "Our front court is pretty short compared to some of the other teams," the coach said, "but we have experi­ ence, talent and a lot of depth on the team. SSgiot Invest a stamp " Save a bundle For the price of a stamp, you can get the latest edition of the federal government's free Consumer Information Catalog listing more than 200 free or low-cost govern­ ment publications on topics such as federal benefits, jobs, health, housing, education, cars, and much more. Our booklets will help you save money, make money and spend it a little more wisely 29 So stamp out ignorance, and write today for the latest free Catalog. Send your name and address to: Consumer Information Center Department SB Pueblo, Colorado 81009 ILS. General Services Administration A public service of this publication and the Conumer Information Center of the US. General Services Administration. "How well this team does this season will be directly related to how well they work together,” Holzhueter said, adding that the more familiar each player becomes with their teammates* strengths and weaknesses, and the more will they arc to share the ball, the better the team will do. He said fans will see an up-tempo game with a mix of defenses run. He said to watch Converse and Brian Brewer being strong around the basket and Andy Brewer, Bundy and Kotrbra hitting the long shot. Last year TK was 13-8 overall and 9-5 in the OK Blue and lost to Allegan in the district playoffs. �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / December 6, 1994 / Page 19 Old St. Nick jingles into Middleville The Thornapple Kellogg High School marching band set the beat for the Christmas parade with their snap- py Christmas carols, These stout little horses drew the Schondelmayer wagon along the route while the passengers had a chance to just enjoy their ride. Middleville United Methodist's bell choir entertained in the church parking lot while the children visited Santa on the front lawn. The coop preschool float that carried many enthusiastic children and adults was awarded first prize for parade floats. Santa Claus brought up the end of the parade, wav­ ing to the crowd and having his helpers toss candy to the children. One of the area churcnes pui iuy«• imi vi nuui puiilaying me first Christmas. �Page 20 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I December 6, 1994 Call for Classifieds... 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Name _________________ Address ________________________________ We Use Of Own Speed Souces and 100% Deal Cheese HOURS uncn WtHt tt am to IX pm Mgr* 5a> Ttw JXpmtotOXpm. hi t Sot. 3 X pm to 12 am Phone __________________________________ 9790 Cherry Valley, M-37, Caledonia � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/704/SunandNews_1994-12-13.pdf f0561c9432e2251d49a78a1492d0cd05 PDF Text Text Your Hometown Newspaper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas 124th Year Middleville, Michigan 49333 No. 45 / December 13. 1994 Middleville apartments waiting for PUD determination by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Rivertown Realty and Development is planning to build an apartment complex in Middleville A public hearing was held Tuesday to determine if the developer can put in a com­ plex with 91 apartments or designate the project as a Planned Unit Development, which would allow for 120 units The Middleville Planning and Zoning Commission held the public hearing, but decid­ ed to table the issue until more information can be obtained. The proposal by Rivertown is for the complex to be built on a 9.3-acre parcel of land bound by Sheridan Street on the east. Cider Mill Village on the north and Lincoln Meadows Apartments (senior citizen housing) on the west. The property already is zon­ ed Multiple Family Residental (R-3) and would by that zon­ ing allow for the 91 -unit pro­ ject without any change in the zoning Dan Vredevoogd, one of the owners, explained that the company had purchased the property in 1987 with the in­ tention of building an apart­ ment complex. He said they had preliminary approval for a 135-unit complex at that time. Vredevoogd said that the development would have five buildings.m each bousing 24 apartments The complex would be built in phases, beginning with the building closest to northwest comer. Carports would be con­ structed between the apart ment buildings and the border around Lincoln Meadows. A berm with evergreens on it would help reduce any possibility of noise problems said Vredevoogd. The complex would be il­ luminated with lights that would not shine off-site so that there would be little im­ pact on the neighbors. The request for the PUD would allow for the building of additional apartments. Village Planner Jason Cherry explained in his recommendation in favor of the PUD that it would allow for more village control over plex are Rivertown Realty and Development, Inc. of Grandville, Mich. See PUD answer, Page 2 Property owners divided on district boundaries Caledonia Twp. approves new sewer district for Campau-Kettle Lakes by Barbara Gall Staff Writer As the saying goes, you can't please all the people all the time. That was evident at the Caledonia Township Board s public hearing Dec. 6 on a proposed 315-property sewer assessment district for the Campau-Kettle Lake area. Facing a crowd of more than 160 people at Kettle Lake Elementary School, board members took com­ ments and answered questions for more than four hours be­ fore voting unanimously to approve the $1,742 million assessment roll for the new sewer district. The board's decision gives the go-ahead to a longplanned expansion of the ex­ isting Campau Lake sewer, which now serves 80 proper­ ties on the northeast side of Campau Lake. That system, though still operational, is functioning with a failing drain field. The new system will take in the existing sewer district plus all properties on both Campau and Kettle Lakes and adjacent properties that include Kettle Lake Elementary and com­ mercially zoned lands on Whitneyville Road. Cost of the project, which includes a new sequencing batch reactor (SBR) wastewa­ ter treatment plant, is esti­ mated at $2,575 million. Fu­ ture hookups to the system will fund the difference be­ tween the assessment roll and cost of the project. Once it is completed next year, residents in the new sewer district will have up to 18 months to connect to the system. After that, they will be assessed, whether they are hooked up or not. More than 30 residents spoke at last week's hearing on the project, with opinions ranging from complete sup­ port to adamant opposition. Kettle Lake resident Bernie Langerhorst, for instance, needs public sewer service for his property. He told the board his grandchildren can't even go barefoot in his lakeside yard because of his failing septic drain field, and his lot will not accommodate a backup system. But the new public sewer that would relieve Langerhorst’s smelly problem could cost apartment landlord John VanderVeen more than $80,000 in sewer assessment fees. VanderVeen said he does not need the sewer. Hix three apartment buildings at 68th Street and Whitneyville, are not on the lake, and he has plenty of acreage to put in a backup system if his on-site septic system fails, he said. He also protested having See Sewer District’ on page 12 Middleville challenges Caledonia to “shed your baggage” contest Glen Klover, president of Caledonia village council reocts in mock horror at the news from the scales. He and his Middleville friend will compete to see who will lose the most weight in six weeks Ev Monshum, village monger seems confident. Middleville and Caledonia have been friendly competitors on the sports playing fields for many years. And. residents of both villages are prone to put on a few pounds, just like everyone else around the holidays So, “Fitness for You" in Middleville is issuing a challenge to groups in both towns. Lose that holiday weight gain, feel better and show the other guy you can do it better than they can Bobbie Nieland, owner of the fitness business, said the community of Middleville believe they can lose more poundage in a six-week period than their counterpoints in Caledonia can. It all starts with a weigh in at Fitness for You on December 28, 29 and 30, anytime from 6 a m. to 9 pm. Neiland takes into account the desire to "start over" on New Year's Day, so the contest begins on Dec. 31 See Challenge, Page 2 In This Issue... • Happy 60 Club celebrates 30-year anniversary • Middleville says ‘goodbye’ to Annis family • Public hearing on M-37 sand mine set for January 3 • Yankee Springs postpones settlement of Gun Lake right-of-way encroachment �Page 2 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I December 13, 1994 CHALLENGE from frontpage — Roy Stewort (left), Tim Burri, Kelly Wilson, Rich Gornoot ond Steve Young were selected recently for the State Honors Choir. CHS students named to State Honors Choir Five Caledonia High School students were chosen for places in the State Honors Choir after auditioning at Alma College on December 3. Seniors Kelly Wilson. Steve Young and Ray Stewart, junior Tim Burri and sophomore Rich Gamaat will perform with the choir at the Midwest Treachers’ Con­ ference in January. Only about one third of the 250 students who auditioned were selected for the choir, based on their individual per­ formances of four memorized songs, said Carol Gess. vocal music instructor at CHS. All five CHS students are members of the high school choir and the select singing ensemble. Choral a ires. Middleville church plans Cantata The music and drama departments of First Baptist Ctach. SOTO n Middk-Miic Road, will present the Christmas Cantala, “Bom to Die” Saturday. Dec. 17, at 7 pm. and Sunday. Dec. 18, at 6 p.m. The story is told by Charleston Ognatius Parker III, played by Jay DeBoer it is the story of his life and the New Design Full Service Family Hair Styling Salon NEW! Casualwear NEW! & Sportswear 4 TANNERS: 2 Booths & 2 Deluxe Beds We use and recommend products by Caledonia Village Center (M-37) • 891-9257 — /As Always, Walk-ins Are Welcome — special things that have hap­ pened over the holiday season that have made Christmas such a special time to him. The cantata will be presented by the senior choir, a youth choir, and a full drama cast. The participants have been working on this production since September. There will be a refreshment time following each perfor­ mance and a nursery will be provided through age 4. Tickets are free, call 795-9726 for tickets and more information. and continues to Feb. 10. There are just two rules. All participants must weigh in at "Fitness For You" once a week, and the weight must be taken off al a safe and consistent rate. Nieland will be happy to provide diet sheets from the American Diabetes Association that are proven safe. All weigh-ins will be kept confidential. Almost any groups from the two towns can challenge another like group, Neiland said. She expects the village councils to take part, the Boards of Education, and is working on Gavin Chevrolet/Pontiac/Bu ick challenging Seif and Sons. She said she can see many different groups who might like to vie against each other; employees at the schools, grocery stores, factories, or businesses. There is a one-time $15 registration fee, which will go to "Rails to Trails." Those who have a group that would like to challenge another group in the weight loss program, call Nieland at 795-4319. Live nativity planned for Dec. 22-24 The 21st annual live nativity by the 76th Street Bible Club will be Dec. 22, 23 and 24 with three performances each night at 7, 7:30 and 8 p.m. Featured will be live acting, live animals and music by the Bible Club children. Hot chocolate and cookies will be served after each performance. The nativity takes place at comer of 76th Street and Thornapple River Drive, Caledonia. For more information, call 891-3712. PUD ANSWERS, from front page — the development of the property. The PUD permit a greater degree of flexibility in the use. area, height, bulk and place ment of buildings that would othrwise be the case in other zoning districts. Some of the residents from Lincoln Meadows attended the hearing along with hous­ ing commissioners Jack Hooper and Donna Kenyon. Kenyon questioned the in­ frastructure of the area and if water, sewer and roads could handle the additional stress. Residents from Lincoln Meadows questioned if their peace and quiet would be ruin­ ed. They also were concerned about the impact the complex would have on the scenery . Thornapple Township Emergency Services Chief Bob Woodard also said that fire protection could be a pro­ blem if the water pressure was not hard enough. Planning Chairman Eldon Newmyer read a letter signed by about 50 Lincoln Meadows residents who opposed the complex. They questioned traffic and what impact the complex might have on the future building at the Meadows. Once the hearing was clos­ ed, the commissioners con­ tinued to discuss whether the PUD should be recommended to the village council for approval. They finally decided to table the issue until they could get more information on costs of improving the roads, and updating of the water and sewer lines. Cherry said that with a PUD it would be more likely that the village could bargain for the costs of some of these necessities. In the case of leaving it as only an R-3 designation, the village would be responsible to take care of providing ade quate roads and proper water pressure. “I expect that the financial burden would fall on the village with the R-3 zoning.” Cherry said. A special meeting was set for Tuesday. Jan 10, at 7 p.m. to re-examine the apart ment complex issue. The commissioners also decided to delay any dealings on the rezoning requested by Jon Raymond for the property just north of Mom & Pop’s on Arlington Court. Raymond is asking that it be rezoned to commercial so that he can put up a new building to house the appliance store when Tires-R-Us moves into the location next to Preference Towing. Neighbors farther up Arl­ ington Court are opposed to the change in zoning. The Village Council decid­ ed to send the issue back to the Planning Commmission to take a look at the master plan before action is taken. That issue has been tabled until the next regular meeting at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 3, at the village hall. The planners discussed an addition to their ordinance on the attendance of commission members. They are considering that if a commissioner misses three consecutive regular monthly meetings, that individual will be asked to step down. Cherry is asking that any Middleville residents who are interested in serving on this planning commission contact the village office. Sunday, Monday, 25 26 CJlOSCSb Saturday, jbecemA&t 31 Sunday, januaAy 1 Monday, (januaAy 2 ■Hastings (Uitg ^iank Safe and sound since 1886 �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / December 13, 1994 I Page 3 Happy 60 Club celebrates 30-year anniversary by Barbara Gall . Staff Writer The Caledonia Happy *60* Club marked its 30-year milestone last week with a Christmas potluck and birth­ day cake. Founded in 1964 by Edith Near and a group of seven other interested residents, the Happy “60s’* was named after Near, “because she was always such a happy person." According to club history, the first meeting was held on September 21. 1964. and the original eight members each brought at least two friends to the next meeting in October. Leon Peet was chosen the first president, with Near elected secretary-treasurer. Succeeding presidents of the club include Paul Ruehs, Gilmer Huyck. Otto Fischer. Roy VanKuiken. Ted Timm and Lillian Schultz. Blanche Snyder is the cur rent president. At the party, held in the Caledonia Community Educa­ tion gym. guests enjoyed the potluck and cake and a Christmas program perform­ ed by the Caledonia High School choir Eva Engle was the guest speaker, and Faye Freeman led a Christmas sing-along. Highlighting the afternoon was a special presentation to former Happy "60’s” presi­ dent Lillian Schultz, for her 15 years of leadership as president of the club. During her tenure. Schultz also kept track of club ac­ tivities and saw that meetings and activities were publicized. Coordinating the anniver­ sary party was the club’s pro­ gram director. Ione Alderink. An anniversary Christmas potluck gave Happy ‘60s* members a chance to visit with each other while enjoy­ ing some good home cooking. The Caledonia High School choir entertains with Christmas music at the Happy '60s' anniversary party Posing with the club's 30-year anniversary cake are Happy '60s' officers Frances Burns (left), lone Alderink and Blanche Snyder. Happy '60s President Blanche Snyder presents a ploque to former president Lillian Schultz in recogni­ tion of her years of service to the club. | ______I ★ 15 Years Experience ★ Community Involvement ★ Professional Training Foye Freeman leads a Christmas sing-a-long as part of the Happy '60s' party. Call for all your real estate needs. Cathy Williamson. CRS. GR1 Specialist________ Realtor Graduate Realtors Res: (616) 795-9090 Fax: (616) 795-3935 I nstrtute • Reminder • Weekender • Lakewood News Maple Valley News • Middleville-Caledonia Sun & News • Banner Over 64,000 Papers Distributed Every Week! —. La BINGO American Legien Post <305 9M8 Cherry Valley Caledon.a (616) 795-3305 Reporting History for the Future in 6 Barry County Area Newspapers • THURSDAY • Early Bird - 6:30 PM 1952 N. Broadway • P.O. Box 188 Hastings, Michigan 49058 Ph. 616 / 945-9554 • Fax 616 / 945-5192 �Page 4 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / December 13, 1994 Neighbors with... NORMA VELDERMAN heavy clay soil. Neva Kenyon said that this year was her turn to have all of her family at her home They have it the first week of December, and all were there. They have it early sometimes because some of them go to Honda for a few months. Vicky and Tom Secord and family are selling their home here in the area. Their oldest daughter called to let me know that they will be buying some cabins up across the bridge. They will be in Shingleton and are planning to add more cabins this spring. So. if any of you local folks are up that Well, we got our first real snow. When I went out to the woodshed I had to shovel a path to get to it And was it ever heavy. At first, 1 was go­ ing to do all of the cement, but soon I just cleared a path to the woodshed It was way too heavy 1 don’t remember it ever be­ ing such a late date for the first snow accumulation But Don Stauffer said he remembers plowing December. I can remember when we lived in Dutton and the farmer across from our house put in oats in February and on that \\ F ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church — Serving a Living Lord SUNDAY....... 9:45a m . 11:00a.m. A6:00p.m WEDNESDAY.............. Family Night - 6 30 p.m. 7240 68th Street, SE — Caledonia 2 mile* east of M-37 Pastor. Rev. Bnan F. Harrison Youth Pastor, Darrel L Schrock way. stop in and say hello. They would love to see you. The resort is called Pine Haven. Virginia Root attended Rozelle Stanton’s 90th birthday Sunday. A lady and gentleman took Virginia Root on a tour of the Chnsimas decorations. Virginia said that the folks in the area have done a super job and she thoroughly enjoyed the tour. Don Williamson said that they arc settled in their new home. I had a good visit with him for the first time in a long time He he’ped me when I discovered that 1 had Crohn's disease Well, folks. I guess that is it for this week. A great big hug to all of you, my Community Family. Visit with you next week 9:45 a.m. Sunday School.................................... Sunday Morning Worship Service Sunday Evening Service..................................... 6:00p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer 6:45p.m. Word of Life Clubs............................................... 6:45p.m. 8:30 am to 9:30 am — First Worship Service 9:30 am to 9:45 am — Coffee Fellowship 9:45 am to 10:45 am — Sunday School 10:45 am to 11:00 am — Coffee Fellowship 11 00 am to 12:00 — Second Worship Service Nursery and Children’s Church will be provided during both services Set an example In speech, in Me. in tom, in faith and tn purity.” ____________ 1 Timothy 4 12 CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH dilnst Trlolu Iwsary Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street 314 E. Main, Middleville Phone: 795-9030 Rev. James Cusack Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass............................. 5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass....................... 9:00 a.m. k 11:00 a.m. xkr’S e CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST Traditional Roman Catholic Latin Mass Rev. Fr. Francisco Radecki, CMRI Sacred Heart Devotions Sunday Mass: 4:00 P.M. Confessions and Rosary: 20 Minutes before Mass CHRISTIAN REFORMED 6201 Whitneyville Avenue Sun. Morning Worship. Sunday School.............. Evening Service........... 10:30 a.m. . 9:30 a.m. .6:00 p.m. Rev. Bernard Mulder, Pastor 868-6306 Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Sunday Morning Worship ..9:30 a.m. (Interpreted for hearing impaired). .11:10a.m. Sunday School.................................... ..6:30p.m. Sunday Evening Service..................... Pioneer Club (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday...... Prayer Meeting - Wednesday........................... 7:00 p.m. Youth Fellowship - Sunday.............................. 5:00 p.m. RAY TOWNSEND. Pastor Qnn QrnQ TIM DOUBLESTEIN, Youth Director OV1-OUZO MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 708 West Main Street Morning Worship Service.......... Sunday School.............................. Evening Worship Service........... 10:00 am. 11:15a.m. ..6:00 pm. YOU ARE INVITED Rev Roger Timmerman, Pastor 795-3667 WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH MIDDLEVILLE and PARMELEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES 8546 Whitneyville Ave at 84th St *891-8661 'The Church where everybody 6 somebody... ...and Jesus Chrst is Lord" Sunday School...................................... 9 30 a.m Parmelee Morning Worship........... 9 30 a m Midaieville Sunday School.............. 9 45 a m Middleville Worship.........................11 00 a m Sunday Morning Worship..................... 1030 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship..................... 6-00 p.m. Wed Midweek Prayer A Bi* Study...... 700 p.m. Her Mkam Dobson. Pasta Steve jocua YaAh Pasta "God Cares for You” Cornerstone Wesleyan Church Church School........................... 9.30a.m. Meeting at the Comer of Choir Practice 9:30a.m. Wood School Rd. and Wing Rd. Worship Service 10:30 a.m. Services — 250 Vine Street .1000 a_m Sunday School........... Church Office — 891-8669 Morning Worship....... 11:00 a.m. Parsonage — 891-8167 6XX) p.m Evening Worship..... . Rev. Bobby Dale Whitlock LAKESIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH LEIGHTON UNITED METHODIST Located in Leighton Township Gaines United Brethren Church Kalamazoo Avenue at 92nd Street Caledonia. Michigan ■> Telephone 698-8252 Sunday Services....... 9:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. Al Tiemeyer Community Calling Robert and Sharon Fasick of Middleville are pleased to announce the marriage of their daughter Julie Ann Fasick to Craig Calvin Sher­ rill from Texas. The couple were married in Texas the 20th of August and are residing in Joshua. Texas. FIRST BAPTIST Pastor Scott Taylor Pastor Mark Beers Reaching People With Christ Rev. Gerald Van Oyen ; , CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville Bruce N. Stewart, Pastor Lee Taylor, Assistant Pastor "A church with a caring heart for our community and the world" M-37 at 100th St., Caledonia, Ml Church Office: (616) 891-1512 j FasickSherrill exchange wedding vows LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY WELCOME TO CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH I I I ; ■ . Pastor Jeffrey Lee Phone 795-7076 111 Church Street Rev. Lynn Wagner — 795-3798 Rev. Carroll Fowler — 765-5316 Church Office Phone — 795-9266 (Ulje OOlrf ftlimf (JHdliodiat (Church 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto, Michigan 49302 Sunday School.................. 10:00 a m. Morning Worship............. 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship................. 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting/ Children's Classes 7:00 p.m. Royle Bailard, Pastor - 868-6437 - Peace Reformed Church Hamer Free • M 37 between Caledonia & Middleville Sunday Worship Services....... 8:30 or 11:00,6:00 Children s Church/Youth Worship during morning service*, Caraway St puppet ministry for K4lh during evening service* Sunday School........................................... 9:45-10:45 Wednesday Night “Family Night”....... 6:45-8:15 Include* Adventure Chib, Choir* for Children and Adult*. High School Youth Group *nd Adult Cla**e» For information call: 891-8119 St. Paul Lutheran Kraft Ave. & 84th St., Caledonia, Mi (Missouri Synod) “Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. " Rom. 12:10 First Service................................... 8:30 a m. Sunday School................................ 9 45 a.m. (Fellowship Coffee 9:45 a m to 10:00 a m.) Bible Classes.................................. 10:00 a m. Second Service........................... 1100am. (All Services have a Nursery available) Rev. Robert Gerke Office: 891 -8688 Church: 891 -9878 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH J 12200 Chief Noonday Road (at Gun l^ke) Wayland. Michigan 49348 • 795-7903 ^.Barrier Free / Programs for All Ages ■qjfeT . A. Sunday Worship 10 00 am Sunday School injB Wedncvlay Family Nifta" 6 00 p m The Reorganized CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST of Latter Day Saints 8146 68th St near Whitneyville Ave ■ 4% OlBh. Church School, Sunday 9 45 am SMorning Worship... 11 00 am Evening Worship 6:00pm. Wed Fdkiwship...... 7:30 p m (tn homes or church) call Pastor Robert Loesch 698-6027 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I December 13. 1994 / Page 5 CHS Student Congress serves dinner to honor Class B state champs by Barbara Gall Staff Writer The Caledonia girls' cross country team has been rewarded for its talent and hard work by winning two consecutive Class B state championships and the state All-Academic award. Ixist week, the team was honored by its peers and the community, as the Caledonia High School Student Congress planned and served a dinner to recognize their classmates* accompl ishments. decorated the CHS cafeteria for the occasion and provided each of the runners a souvenir of her season in the shape of a teddy bear outfitted in a CHS warmup suit. The Student Congress also prepared name tags for the guests and served the entire meal, from punch to dessert. They waited tables and even helped with the cleanup. The Caledonia Athletic Boosters also used the occa­ sion as an appropriate time to honor Coach Dave Hodgkin- ♦ Chuck Clark, president of the Caledonia Athletic Boosters, presents a special plaque to girls cross country coach Dave Hodgkinson in recognition of his quality leadership. son for the kind of leadership he has provided the team. Dave Hodgkinson Amid balloons and teddy bears, the Caledonia girls cross country team enjoys a dinner in their honor hosted by the Caledonia High School Student Congress. Caledonia bands plan holiday concert Dec. 19 Student Congress members serve the team members and their guests at the special community­ wide dinner. Christmas Time More than 280 middle school and high school band students from Caledonia Community Schools will ap­ pear in a free Christmas con­ cert at 7:30 p.m. Monday. Dec. 19, in the Performing Arts Center of Caledonia High School. Featured in the program will be band students from grades six through 12 demonstrating the entire scope of the school band program. The CHS jazz band will add a festive cheer with upbeat ver­ sions of some traditional carols. The 85-member sixth-grade band will present songs of the season in a medley of fun­ loving carols and a novelty number. The seventh-grade band under the direction of Nancy Tenelshof. will exhibit special carols of different nations. The eighth-grade band will offer a Christmas concerto, featuring several soloists from the band, plus a special blockbuster movie hit The 75-piece high school concert band will premier a work by Floyd Werle. former Refreshments will be served at the New Ladies Aide Hall directly behind the Church season for everyone in our community.” says Thomas Peck, director of bands. “We hope that you will accept this very special concert as our way of saying thanks for sup­ porting the Caledonia bands. The concert is free and open to the public. If there arc questions, call Peck at 891-8130. HOLIDAY SPECIAL! Hi-Lite, Cut and Style at HISTORIC BOWNE CENTER December 17, 1994 • 6 pm to 9 pm The Bowne Center Methodist Church will host the “LIVE NATIVITY” — and — The Historical Society will have the MUSEUM open fo your browsing pleasure. composer for the United States Air Force Band. Besides the local premier, the concert band will perform a rendition of the familiar Christmas story, “Twas the Night Before Christmas,” complete with a surprise for all the kids of every age. “We recognize the hustle and bustle of the holiday SQE00 OnN.. Reg. s47 SAVE 12! Limited Time Offer • Expires 1/31/94 Must bring this ad for savings. New Ownership! New Staff! Come Visit us! 3363 68th Street S.E. (In Dutton Professional Building) Caledonia, MI 49316 . Hair & Tanning (616) 698-1991 OPEN EVENINGS �Page 6 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I December 13. 1994 Kistler brings his ‘Imagination Station' to schools TV cartoonist teaches 3-D drawing to local students Dutton Elementary teachers took their places at the chalk and marker boards to become art animals' and work on the techniques Kistler taught the assembly. by Barbara (>all Stuff Writer Straight from PBS, California based cartoonist Mark Kistler brought his own special method of drawing in­ ft t r u c t i on right into Caledonia's elementary schools last week While teaching the kids how Dutton Elementary youngsters join in the fun as they work on the drawing lesson being conducted by television cartoonist Mark Kistler. to do some “3-D" drawing, Kistler said he also hopes to tap their enthusiasm and "turn them on" to their creative potential. “Drawing is a great vehicle for conveying enthusiasm for reading and story writing,” he explained. Creating his cartoons on an overhead projector while the kids listened to his instruc­ tions and imitated his work. Kistler peppered his “lesson" with art terms, encourage ment. praise and lots of humor To help him decide what he'd like to draw, Kistler told students that he comes up with a theme for his picture. At Dutton Elementary, for instance, he drew on the prehistoric era for his first lesson: drawing a bug-eyed baby dinosaur hatching from an egg. The students also par­ ticipated in an undersea adventure by learning to draw a cartoon shark with "action lines." They finished their group lesson by journeying “down under" to draw the face of a koala bear, and into space to draw a space station with a couple of astronauts in comic positions in their space ship. 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He also kept their interest during the lesson by employ­ ing a variety of activities, in­ cluding bringing some of the kids and even some teachers up in front to draw the cartoon of the moment with him. Kistler already was a familiar figure to many of the students, who had watched his television show “Imagination Station,” on Public Televi­ sion last summer. He also has written five books, based on what he teaches on TV and in his live appearances. The books are available at area bookstores. In addition, families can write him for his art lesson home video, his art kit and even an Imagination Station T-shirt. Last year, Kistler visited more than 300 elementary schools, with his visit usually sponsored by the school PTO, hie said. The money he makes in his school appearances is used to TK jazz band concert set for Dec. 20 The Thornapple Kellogg High School Jazz Band will perform a concert Tuesday. Dec. 20, at 7:30 p m. in the high schofol auditorium The concert will feature about 45 minutes of a variety of music in several different styles The band has some new tunes, along with some oldies with different faces The concert will be infor­ mal and free to the public lund his television show. the art and music teachers are Kistler’s Caledonia visit released from the schools, and was funded by the Caledonia’s the classroom teachers are three elementary PTOs with forced to try to provide in­ support from area businesses, struction in those areas." he said Tonya Delnay, who is a said. “Kids love art and music, member of the Caledonia Elementary Cultural Arts which are so important Committee. because they stimulate kids' A native of Ohio, Kistler creativity and imaginations. “These children are our received his art degree from San Diego State University future and our hope. 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Middleville Road - Middleville 795-7933 891-1551 681-2834’ t=r ..TTX �The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml / December 13, 1994 I Page 7 Middleville says ‘goodbye’ to the Annis family by Jean Gallup Staff Writer Becky and Scott Annis have been living in Middleville for the past four and one-half years. Not very long, but plenty of time for the couple to make many friends. They came here from Dearborn Heights, where Scott was Controller for Omni Hotels, and she worked at the Dearborn Heights Center for Health Care and Retirement Corporation. A promotion for her to Springbrook Manor in Grand Rapids brought the family to Middleville. Almost immediately, they became part of the community. A friend told of one of the ways the young couple became involved. The Thomapple Heritage Society has talked for years about developing a day of celebration of the Village of Middleville on an annual basis, explained member Maureen Robinson. Determined to get something on the idea moving, Maureen put an ad Talk Back for an unpaid CEO in the Sun and News asking for someone to spearhead the project. Becky answered the ad. Here was someone who hadn't lived here very long, and she answered an ad to volunteer her time to start a Heritage Day and she did a super job; she just pitched in," she said. The ad said: Wanted: a CEO to work free to head up a day of celebrating the village of Middleville," Maureen recalled. Hers was the only answer I had." The Annises will be going back to their native area in the Northeast. She's from Massachusetts, he's from New Hampshire. Her career is in the health care field, with positions in nursing homes. She will be working in a small nursing facility in Wrentham in Massachusetts, he has a computer business. "We re going back to our family, which has been a long range goal of ours," Becky said. The couple have a daughter Heather, almost two, which put added emphasis on getting back to their families for them. "We want to give her the same thing we had; family, grandparents, aunts and uncles. The building where I will be has 31 elderly people. and I'm sure they'll be her grandparents, too,” she said. While they were in Middleville, they saw progress for the village. "Middleville is a nice, friendly town, and in 4 1/2 years all we saw was improvement. The fitness center, the book store. The improvements in the township hall and the village offices are both positive." she added. Becky also foresees something of note being done with the Thomapple River to attract people to Middleville. "The Parks and Recreation The staff at Yankee Springs Golf Course would like to wish you and your families a... Ski hill open for winter recreation All about school closings By Douglas Busman. Caledonia Superintendent I’d like to know who makes the decision to cancel school? Untimately the final decision to have or not to have school rests with the superintendent. The decision, however, is only reached after as much information as possible is obtained. Does anyone drive the roads to check conditions? When there are adverse weather conditions, the director of auxiliary services and the head bus mechanic do check roads, sometimes starting as early as 3 a m. What roads do they actually check? They both have certain areas in the district they cover. With experience gained over the years, they are aware of particular bus stops that could be unsafe for students to either walk or at which to wait for the bus. They also take into consideration how easily a bus could travel on some of the hilly, country roads in the district. School has been called off at times when the roads don’t really seem all that bad. Could you comment? First, please keep in mind that Caledonia school district covers a 99 square mile area. This means that road conditions can hapen to be either better or worse where you live. Many variables, including weather forecasts, are factored into the final decision. Sometimes school is delayed, and then canceled. This causes confusion. Why not just cancel it to begin with? There are times when a two-hour delay allows for conditions to improve. This is especially true when the delay is called because of fog. We recently had a situation when a two-hour delay was called because the roads in the area were snow and ice covered. It was hoped that with the delay and daylight, the majority of the roads could be cleared and made safe for buses. When it became apparent the frozen “chunks and bumps” covering the roads could not be removed in time, school was then canceled. Unfortunately, these situations can create pro­ blems for parents, in the area of child care, for instance. On the other hand, there have been times when weather conditions im­ proved to the point where, if a delay had been issued first in­ stead of a cancellation, school may have been held. Delaying or calling for cancellation of school is really a judgment call, and if an error in judgment is made, it’s felt it is “better to be safe than sorry." The attempt is made to never endanger the lives of our students or staff. If you have questions about this subject, or have a concern you would like to see addressed in this column, please either call the Caledonia Community Schools Administrative Office at 891-8185 or write to Superintendent Douglas Busman at P.O. Box 128. Caledonia. Mi 49316. b\ Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Sledding down a big hill with the wind and tingling snow in your face can happen on a bnsk winter day. The old Ski Hill in Mid­ dleville has long been the site for this type of thrill and will continue to be. according to Village President Lon Myers. Several people have asked if the hili is still open, even though there are “No Trepassing" signs posted. The signs were posted when the mountain bike racing was taking place in the fall. The aim of those ‘‘No Trespassing” signs was to keep other bicylists off of the racing trails, and to keep motorized vehicles from driv­ ing all over, including on top of the reservoir. According to village of­ ficials, had a vehicle broken through the top of the water reservoir, not only could the driver(s) have drowned, but, half of the village’s water supply would have been contaminated. committee of the village wants to do something with the river-there are a lot of things they can do.” "The hard part is the good­ byes were going to have to say. In six months, well be glad we made the move, but now it’s hard." she said. The annual Heritage Day is now well established after three years, and is held each September They’re not leaving without saying a formal good bye. In fact, they held an open bouse to say "good bye to Michigan" with an open house for all of their freinds. Steps have now been taken to try to prevent this from happening. Myers said that any motorized vehicles like snowmobiles, and three- and four-wheelers don’t belong on the property. “That is village property and even though it has been leased for the mountain bike racing, it is still open to the public for other low impact recreation,” Myers said. The property has a zoning overlay for well-head protec­ tion said Planner Jason Cherry. It is all right for activities like sledding that won’t have a negative impact on the well. — and a — > Happy New Year ■« We will be closed December 23, 24 and 25 for the Christmas holiday. We will return to our regular winter hours on December 30 & 31 Noon to 9:30 p.m. r What a Great Gift to Yourself! Start the New Year in your New True Value Home. 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Known in real life as “Ben.” the friendly golden arrived from California Thursday night with his owner, Nancy Mulica. only to be whisked immediately from the airport to the Sam s Joint restaurant in Alaska, where he was greeted by a sold-out house of kids and parents. Seemingly unfazed by his long trip. Shadow (Ben) wav- ed his plumed tale at everyone, quite unperturbed by the excitement of his ador­ ing fans, who could hardly wait to get close. The famous canine had come to help the Byron Center-based organization Paws With A Cause kick off its upcoming fund raiser. Paws With A Cause trains service dogs for special-needs children and adults Some dogs are placed with people who are wheelchair-bound, others aid owners who are deaf or physically challenged in some other way. Mulica. who had trained at the Paws facility at 1235 100th Street, kneu first-hand of the organization’s need for a larger building, said Candye Sapp, chief operating officer of Paws. Caledonia Neighborhood Watch to sponsor Christmas Eve Luminary night The Caledonia Village Neighborhood Watch will sponsor its first annual luminary night on Christmas Eve. Residents are encouraged to place the lighted, covered candles along their sidewalks, driveways and curbs from 5 to II p m . and then enjoy a walk through the candlelit village Township residents also are invited to enjoy the Christmas tradition, which originated in Mexico when villagers lit their streets with candles to welcome the Christ child The Neighborhood Watch will be selling the 10-hour votive candles for 20 cents each and luminary bags for 25 cents each Quantities are limited, so anyone wishing to purchase these items should contact 891 -2202 or 891 -0464 as soon as possible The candles and the bags will be delivered to residents within the Village In case of bad weather, the luminary will be held on Christmas night. December 25. SORE FEET / ANKLES? Assignment Accepted! Medicare, B.C.B.S., PPO, HMO Diabetics • ADult & Children Foot Problems KENT PODIATRY Terrence J. Emiley, D.P.M. 612 Main Street in Caledonia Call...891-9133 Sapp said that Mulica of­ fered to bnng her famous dog to the Grand Rapids area to raise some public awareness of the Paws cause. “Nancy now is one of our field trainers in the California area." explained Jennifer Williams-Widna. the marketing vice president of Paws With A Cause. • We place our service dogs all over the country , but we don’t place them in an area where we don’t have a field trainer who can help the new owner learn how to work with the dog “During her stay with us, Nancy saw first-hand how cramped we art m our present building She brought Ben here to help with public awareness of our need and to help raise some funds as well.” During his dinner visit in Caledonia. Ben posed in his most famous role before an •Incredible Journey” backdrop. For $3 each, children could pose with “Shadow" for a photo. Over the weekend, he also participated in some “paw­ signing" at several Grand Rapids locations, where Paws With A Cause sold some of its merchandise, including a cookbook. “We’re trying to educate the public about who and what we are before we launch our big fund raiser in January,” said Williams-Widna. “Were just thankful to have Ben here to help us.” She said that she hopes peo­ ple realize the Christmas spirit of giving is something that Paws service dogs perform all year round. “These dogs lovingly give the gift of independence to their owners every day,” she said. “They show us all a lesson.” Anyone interested in learn­ ing more about Paws With A Cause, or who would like to obtain a free catalog of Paws merchandise, should call 698-0688. KW| The golden retriver most kids know os Shadow' in the Disney film The Incredr ble Journey’ joins Paws With A Cause Chief Executive Officer Candye Sapp and Chief Operating Officer Mike Sapp for a photo. Happy to pose with one of their favorite movie stars are Nichole Naparola (center) and Taylor Noperola. Girl Scouts sponsor “Giving Warmth Tree” Middleville and Caledonia Girl Scouts are sponsoring ‘'The Giving Warmth Tree,” in which they collect dona­ tions of warm, winter items (i.e. hats, scarves, mittens, etc ). The items will be placed on trees inside two local businesses: Pastoor’s in Mid­ <n ittiui ith-h 1111111111 i-h+h i i iillllhb^| ■ibu mimu mm grandOpenin^ «« ■■ ■■ ■■ MM .MM ■ ■ a K I All Day Friday, December 16th AM Wayne H. 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The purpose of Donations can also be placed “The Giving Warmth Trees” on the trees from the for families in need of these community. items to be able to come and Other projects that were pick one from the tree to keep planned this month for the their children warm this Cherry Valley Girl Scouts were marching in the Mid­ winter. The Girl Scous from Mid­ dleville and Caledonia dleville have sponsored this parades. They had a decorated program for several years and float with an international the Caledonia troops have theme and sang holiday and joined them to form the Girl Scout songs. x , 891-0004 ffl '________rH 1111111111II11II i 111111111111II11I III I111 IztttttriJJ Caledonia Village Centre 9365 Cherry Valley Avenue Caledonia, Ml 49316 891-9294 �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / December 13, 1994 / Page 9 AREA LUNCH MENUS Thornapple Kellogg School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Dec. 14 Taco on soft shell, lettuce/cheese, com, blueberry crisp. Thursday. Dec. 15 Chili/crackers, veggie sticks, bread/peanut butter, fruit juice bars Friday, Dec. 16 Pizza, peas, or sweet potatoes, peaches. Monday, Dec. 19 Burrito, broccoli, sliced pears Tuesday, Dec. 20 Turkey fajita, baked beans and veggie sticks, Taz shake elementary, H.S. Grape Juice. Wednesday, Dec. 21 Sack lunches at West and McFall. No lunch at Page. Middle. H.S. NOTE: Whole or lowfat milk offered each day. Alt. menu at El. Monday, hot dog; Tuesday, turkey on bun; Wednesday, salad bar; Thurs­ day. hamburger; Friday, fishwich. Variety of sandwiches and salads at High School and Middle. Thor nappie Kellogg Breakfast Menu Wednesday, Dec. 14 Breakfast pizza, fruit juice, Caledonia Community Schools High Middle Meal Deal Menu Wednesday. Dec. 14 Chinese bar. egg roll. Vita Pup. milk. Thursday, Dec. 15 Chicken fajita, french fries. Vita pup. milk Friday. Dec. 16 Itza pizza, fr. fries. Vita pup. milk, potato bar. Monday. Dec. 19 Hot turkey sub. w/bun. fr. fries. Vita pup. milk. Tuesday, Dec. 20 Greek gyros, fr. fries, Vita Pup, milk. Wednesday, Dec. 21 Itza pizza, fr. fnes. Vita pup. milk, potato bar. Caledonia Community High Middle Schools Lunch Menu Wednesday. Dec. 14 Ravioli w/meat sauce, green beans or fr. fries, breadstick, fruit choice, milk. Thursday. Dec. 15 Chicken patty w/bun. peas or french fries, fruit choice, milk Friday . Dec. 16 Nacho supreme, com or fr. fnes. fruit choice, milk. Monday. Dec. 19 Burritos, com or fr. fries, fruit choice, milk. Tuesday , Dec. 20 Pizza, fr. fries, fruit choice, milk. Wednesday. Dec. 21 Hot roast beef sandwich, mashed potatoes, w/gravy, fruit choice, milk. Wc Can Think Of 9 Good Reasons To immunize On Time. But You Only Need One. Measles Munos Diphttena Tetanus Hepatitis B Rubella Spiral Meningitis Pertussis Mio Immunize On Time. Your Baby 's Counting On You Call I -KOO-232-2522 US Departnert of Ftedfi and Hunan Sendees. 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Natural Lite 24 Pack, 12-oz. Cans Beverage items Pius Apprxatxe Taxes and Deposits «d «E •> ML STORES BEVEIMGE PRCES ME WCM flEEMGEWEO PNOCUCIS OMIT ^4ut0-Ownen humiHfc l4k> IturWV-sS For the Rite Aid Pharmacy near you... call 1-800-4-DRUGSTORES �Page 10 I The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml I December 13, 1994 Kentwood Excavating requests PMR permit Public hearing on M-37 sand mine set for January 3 by Barbara Gall Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Planning Commission will have a public hearing at 7:30 p.m-Tuesday, Jan. 3, on a proposed sand mining opera­ tion at 8045 Broadmoor (M37). Citizens interested in at­ tending the hearing should note the change from the usual commission meeting night because of the New Year holiday. Up for discussion will be a request from Kentwood Exca­ vating to rezone 13 acres of property to Planned Mineral Removal (PMR) to allow the mining of 200,000 cubic yards of sand over an estimated six-year period. The land to be rezoned lies to the west of property already mined by the company. The Planning Commission had asked the company at a previous meeting to prepare an end use plan that shows the actual final grade of the land after mining was completed. Plans for rehabilitation and fi­ nal use of a sand mine now are required of all township PMR operations. Dan Roodvoets of Kent­ wood Excavating asked that the company be allowed for the present to leave their slopes at 1:3 (one foot of rise for every three horizontal feet) rather than the township's 1:5 or 1:6 recommendation for finished slopes. The company can shov' bow it would someday re­ grade the slopes to 1:6 when it was ready to develop the property, which might be 15 years from now, depending on the need. To do the extra regrading means that the company Light industrial PUD proposed on M-37 by Barbara Gall Staff Writer The Clearview Investment group last week discussed with the Caledonia Township Planning Commission a proposal to rezone to light industrial planned unit devel­ opment (PUD) 37 agricul­ turally zoned acres just south of Caledonia at 10252 Cherry Valley (M-37). Developer Don Oppenhuizen said that he is propos­ ing the change to light indus­ trial because agriculture is no longer a feasible use of the property, which can be reached only from the high­ way and is not safe, therefore, for farm vehicles He is proposing six light in­ dustrial sites for the land. To rezone to this use, how­ ever, would require the town­ ship to amend its land use plan, which preserves for agricultural and related uses, a large block of land across the south end of the township. Oppenhuizen claims, how­ ever, that the soils on this par­ cel are not good for farming, and at his request, the Plan­ ning Commission reviewed this site just last summer for a possible zoning change to the commercial district. One of the reasons the commission turned down the rezoning at that time was be­ cause only one of every seven acres designated for commer­ cial development in the town­ ship is being used for that purpose. The agricultural district does not limit land uses just to farming. Single-family homes on two-acre lots also are al­ lowed, as would be such uses as orchards, bed and break- Carhartt Insulated Coverall with Leg Built better than it has to be. • Heavy-duty 100%-cotton 12-oz. duck with plied yams •Water repellent • Wind resistant and snagproot • Red nylon lining quilted to 3.3 ounces of polyester • Extra-strong-tnpiestitched mam seams Thread bar tacks at stress points • Heavy-duty two-way ripper front Heavy-duty two-way leg ripper to waist tor easy on and off Bi-Swing action back • Corduroy collar •Two front-zip chest pockets Carhartt Suggested List Price: *99.49 Sale Priced $69" fasts, nursery/greenhouses (without retail sales) and spe­ cial land uses such as churches, schools, parks and kennels. No action was taken by the commission on Oppenhuizen’s proposal. tTe commission also discussed a proposed development at 5100 76th Street. Paul Emerson, formerly of Caledonia, wants to rezone 50 acres from Agricultural to the R-2 single-family district. He told the commission he is planning a two-phase de­ velopment. with 30 homes in each phase. He has purchased enough sewer capacity in the new township sewer line for the first phase, and has applied for sewer units to serve the second phase, he said. Township Planner Mark VanderPloeg said that the R-2 district requires a minimum lot size of 20,000 square feet and a 100-foot lot width. He explained that Emerson plans to plat the property, but needs the zoning in place for plat approval. The developer and the commission discussed the need for a public water system in the 76th Street area, where a number of large developments are being planned. Township Supervisor Tom Garbow has sent a letter to the City of Wyoming, asking it to extend its water line to the area, and Emerson said he is in favor of such a water system. He said ideally he could put it in as he constructs his development. The commission will con­ tinue discussion on the pro­ ject. Yankee Springs postpones settlement of Gun Lake right-of-way encroachment by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The Yankee Springs Township Board decided to table the decision regarding a right-of-way encroachment on a Gun Lake dedicated alley. The board plans to consult their attorney about possible ways to settle the issue with new home owner Mike Powers. Powers along with his at­ torney and contractor brought forward some options at the regular meeting last Thursday. The proposals give alter­ nates to the removal of the concrete that extends two-feet over his property line into the alleyway One option would be to have a signed waiver as part of the deed indicating that the alley was indeed owned by the township and that the en­ croachment would not in­ dicate ownership by Powers. He also said he would be willing to grade the alley so that it would be more usuable. Powers indicated that if the township was willing he would just purchase the pro­ pens or even put in concrete on the entire alley The board did not feel com­ fortable making a final deci­ sion until after their attorney had been contacted. So, a decision on possible options has been tabled until the board’s next meeting Thursday, Jan. 12. At that meeting, the board will also be considering a new contract with Professional Code Inspections of Michigan who have been working with the township. According to Trustee Mary Cook, there have been some problems in the past with PCI. Supervisor George London said he would contact the company and ask that Tom Thompson who does most of the Yankee Springs work be at the January meeting. The board voted to extend the PCI contract on a monthly basis until a decision could be reached. The township board also plans to hold a public hearing at the January meeting on a noise and nuisance control ordinance The ordinance is at the stage where public input is needed according to Cook. Copies of the proposed or­ dinance can be gotten at the Yankee Springs Township Hall on Briggs Road Sale ends Saturday, Dec. 17, 1994 Caledonia Fanners Elevator 136 E. Main Street • Caledonia 891-8108 • Open 6 Davs a Week • Homeownwi ** Cash Faat * I *1« ere 2nd Morjac* purcraM or rHnanca *Land cortraa ra*nanang • rcr-« or Raraai Prepay Sow CradB OK ■Ba CorwcMUaBon mc Tw Easy Xa8 24 Hours Mr— Mongape S Rnanca Corp 800-968-2221 FREE Pra-QuaWication would have to develop the property immediately. Rood­ voets said. Commissioners were di­ vided on whether to allow the leeway on the final develop­ ment plan. "They've done the engineering documentation to show it (the 1:6 grade) can be done,” pointed out Commissioner Scott Veiling. "I would like to see (a plan) that's ready to go when they're finished,” said Commissioner Jim Williams. "I don't want to have to worry about what's going to happen to (the prop­ erty) down the line. Even if they don’t develop it right away, what's it going to look like undeveloped?" The commission agreed to work on language for the PMR permit that might pro­ vide some flexibility on the end use plan. The commission stood firm on pit operating hours of 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., though Kent­ wood asked that hours be ex­ tended until 5 p.m. Heavy rush hour traffic along that area.of M-37. plus the lack of any traffic signal at the 84th Street intersection. were cited by the commission as reasons to keep the trucks from pulling exit on the high­ way aifter 4 p.m. TK NEWS School Board develops years goals By Jay S. Cason, Superintendent If any business or organization is to be successful and to con tinue to improve, it must set reasonable goals. The goals need to be set high enough that even if they are not 100 percent satisfactorily achieved, improvement will result in the process of trying to attain them The Thomapple Kellogg Board of Education has been meeting during the fall to develop three-to-five-year goals. These were finalized at a board meeting/workshop Nov. 30. The following goals were developed: Goal No. 1 — “Develop a sequential curriculum is aligned K-12.” This means that the school staff will evaluate current programs, and where needed, develop new strategies to make sure that all “fit together." Goal No, 2 — “Create a focused staff development pro gram.” As we renovate our curriculum and our instructional practices we must provide consistent training for all teachers. Business and industry typically invests 5 to 10 percent of its budget in research and development. In education, typically less than 1 percent is spent in this area. Goal No. 3 — “Provide and maintain school facilities that will accommodate increasing enrollments." Currently, the board is working with a consulting firm to study our facility needs. The district is steadily growing in student population (over 2,500 students are enrolled this year in Thomapple Kellogg Schools) and some of our buildings need some fixing We may need to build in the near future Goal No. 4 — “Develop a technology plan for the Thornap ple Kellogg Schools.” We are living in a world where the use of technology is increasing at light speed. As I write this arti­ cle, some high school students are communicating via com­ puter network with colleges and have access to university libraries. Thomapple Kellogg students need to have the same opportunities. Goal No. 5 — “Increase school, parent and community communication and collaboration.” This needs to continue to expand. Research shows that when parents red to their children and are involved in their childrens’ schools, their children generally are more successful in school. Goal No. 6 — “Develop a five-year financial plan.” As we accomplish goals 1-5, it is a certainty that there will be some increased costs. Theoretically, districts like Thomapple Kellogg should receive better funding in the future due to the passage of Proposal A last spring. However, this would not cover such things as building projects and significant technology improvements. I invite comments about these goals to be sent to me at Thor napple Kellogg Schools, 3885 Bender Road, Middleville, Mich. 49333. :VCR Repair: I : CM, i * : J : $4 r : ■O • • FREE ESlimale, » * Fast Serv,ce * • Convenient Hours * : 4 Star Video : * * 114 Maple St. Delton, Ml. 4695 M-37 Middleville, Ml. * 616-623-5777 616-795-2225 T Hours: Sunday thru Thursday 11 a.m to 9 p.m Friday & Saturday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m * 4 * < �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I December 13, 1994 I Page 11 Capitol Commentary By Sen. I>ick Posthumus Charter schools innovative proposal for Michigan students When the state Legislature passed the bill establishing charter schools late last year, I felt very excited about the future of Michigan’s educational system. Finally, we were moving ahead with an innovative proposal that will provide parents with another choice for their children’s education Finally, we were giving parents, teachers and students greater control over educational decision making. 1 and many other Michigan citizens felt very optimistic about the future of our state's public education system. A burst of interest in the charter school concept came quick­ ly on the heels of the bill’s enactment. Universities, public schools, intermediate school districts, teachers and many others from all over Michigan soon began making plans for the new schools. In fact. Superintendent of Public Instruction Robert Schiller approved nine charter schools for this school year, including four in Kent County, one of which is in Caledonia. What I really like about the schools is that each offers something special to its students. For example, the West Michigan Academy for Environmental Science in Tallmadge Township offers students an emphasis on science. And locally. Caledonia Charter Academy offes a positive learning environ­ ment for about 60 at-risk middle and high school students. Before it was chartered, the alternative school operated as Op­ tions High School. But Ingham County Circuit Judge William Collette threw a wrench in the works last month when he ruled Michigan’s charter school law unconstitutional. He said the schools violate the law because they aren’t sufficiently accountable to public authorities. His ruling not only put our reforms on hold, it also threatened the futures on the more than 750 children currently attending Caledonia Charter Academy and the eight ocher charter schools. While we appealed the ruling and I believe it will be over­ turned by a higher court, we knew immediate action was necessary to enable these students to stay in school throughout the year. So 1 sponsored an amendment to Senate Bill 1317 that guarantees temporary funding of the charter schools by transferring their authority to the local intermediate school districts for the remainder of the year. The state Senate passed the bill and the House is expected to do the same this week. A second bill we passsed brings our current charter law into compliance with Judge Collette’s order so that parents, teachers and other Michigan residents can continue to establish the schools in Michigan. Although I strongly believe our original language will be upheld by a higher court, it is impor­ tant we don’t allow any delay in the development of these dynamic schools. If we do. many children, parents and teachers looking forward to a new educational experience next year may have to wait. It’s unfortunate this action by the state Legislature was need­ ed in the first place, especially considering that the state superintendent found each of the schools in compliance with the law. But until a higher court takes up our appeal, we must meet the demands of Judge Collette’s order to both allow the continued creation of charter schools and to ensure the children now attending them can stay in class through the year. Charter schools, in conjunction with traditional public schools and private schools are helping to meet the public’s de­ mand for customizing education to an individual child’s needs. I am certain these and other revolutionary ideas like them are the wave of the future. And because of our national leadership in education reform. Michigan will play a major role in that future. iumoNS j—thee place for tanning and nails 891*4040 9790 Cherry Valley Road (M 37) CALEDONIA CHARTER TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING NOTICE of PUBLIC HEARING December 19,1994 • 7:30 P.M. Caledonia Township Hall, 250 Maple Streel THE THORNAPPLE TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION ON DECEMBER 19, 1994, at 8:00 P.M. ...will conduct a public hearing to consider an ordinance to amend Sections 22.01(B) and 22.02 of the Thornapple Township Zoning Ordinance, being Sections 22.01(B) and 22.02 of Ordinance No. 91-4, to provide civil penalties and equitable relief. Persons wishing to be heard on this proposed amendment may do so at this public hearing. Written comments may also be submitted to the Planning Commission. A copy of the proposed amendment is available from the Township Hall. The hearing will be conducted at the Thornapple Township Hall, 200 E. Main St., Middleville, Michigan. Jack Spencer Secretary Planning Commission (300) Bradley • Yoder Jerry and Alice Bradley are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Christina Leigh Bradley, to Chris Gregory Yoder, son of Tom and Jackie Yoder of Ed­ wardsburg, MI. Christy graduated from WMU with a bachelor’s degree in English (writing) in 1993. Chris is a 1990 graduate of WMU with a degree in elec­ trical engineering. Both Christy and Chris live and work in the St. Joseph area and are planning a March 18, 1995 wedding. CHARTER TOWNSHIP of CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a public hearing on January 3, 1995 at 7 30 p m at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall, 250 S. Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan concerning the application of Kentwood Excavating, Inc., for an amendment in the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia so as to rezone the following-described lands from A Agricultural District to the PMR Planned Mineral Removal District and for the issuance of a planned mineral removal (PMR) permit as to such lands: That part of the Southwest and that part of the Southeast 14 of Section 17, Town 5 North. Range 10 West, described as beginning at a point on the East line of said Southwest 14, which is North 01 •12’03’’ West 1663 90 feet from the south 14 comer of Section 17, thence South 88*10’49” West 700.00 feet along a line which is 350.00 feet North of and parallel with the South line of the North Vt of said Southwest 14 (said line also being the Northerly line of a Consumers Power Company right of way), thence North 01 *12’03” West 638.32 feet; thence North 88*08’08 East 700.00 feet parallel with the North fine of said Southwest 14; thence North 88’08 30” East 200.00 feet along the South line of the North 325.00 feet of said Southeast 14; thence South 01*12’03’’ East 225 00 feet; thence North 88*08’30" East 520 00 feet; thence North 62*19’04" East 143.51 feet; thence South 27*40’56” East 40 00 feet along the centertine of Broadmoor Avenue; thence South 62*19’04" West 152 68 feet; thence South 88*08 30 West 529.63 feet; thence South 01*12’03" East 374 32 feet; thence South 88*16’23" West 200.00 feet along a line which is 350.00 feet Northerly of and parallel with the South line of the North Vi of said Southeast 14 (said line also being the Northerly line of a Consumers Power Company nght of way) to the place of beginning, Caledonia Township. Kent County Michigan This parcel is approximately located at 8045 Broadmoor A copy of the amending ordinance and related matenafs are on file and may be examined at the offices of the Caledonia Township Clerk, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia. Michigan, during regular business hours All interested persons may attend’ the public hearing and be heard with regard to the application for the above-stated amendment in the Township Zoning Ordinance, for the rezonmg of said lands, and with regard to the above-stated application for a planned mineral removal permit covennc said lands Dated December 7. 1994 (301) ______________ PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA I Call to Order II. Approval of Agenda. III. Approval of Minutes - December 5, 1994 IV. Old Business 1 Work session and possible vote regarding a Preliminary Development Plan submitted as a part of a PUD Planned Unit Development request by Ed and Ruth Vermurlen for a proposed office commercial development for lands located at 5090 60th Street 2. Work session regarding the application of Paul Emerson to rezone property located at 5100 76th Street from the A Agricultural District to the R 2 Medium Densify Single Family District. 3. Work session regarding the application of Clearview Investments to amend the General Development Plan and rezone property located at 10252 Cherry Valley Avenue from the A Agricultural District to the PUD Planned Unit Development District. 4. Work session to adopt a working policy regarding the timing of requiring on-site public utilities for currently proposed unserviced developments in the immediate vicinity of the new Township/Villager Sewer System. V. New Business 1. Work session regarding the application by Rich Dykhouse for the site plan review and possible approval of the Whispering Winds site condominium project located at approx. 9113 Whitneyville Avenue. 2. General discussion concerning the ongoing planning efforts of the township for a wide variety of projects. VI. Any Other Business to Come Before the Commission 1. Review of future staff and Planning Commission needed action. VIIAdjoumment. (302) PUBLIC NOTICE The Village of Middleville and the Township of Thornapple an­ nounce that bids will be accepted for standing oak timber on lands owned by both municipalities. The lands in question are as follows: 1. A wooded 10 acre parcel just north of the prairie hill in the Mt. Hope cemetery; owned by the Township of Thornapple. 2. A wooded 50 acre portion of the Village of Middleville sewerage treatment facility. This land is north of and adjacent to the previously mentioned Thornapple Township property. 3. A wooded, approximately 35 acre, portion of the older Eskar Ski hill property; owned by the Village of Middleville. 4. A wooded, approximately 10 acre, portion of the T-K Youth Baseball property; owned by the Village of Middleville. 5. Other unspecified private lands in the vicinity of Middleville that may be offered as part of this sale. The Village and the Township have hired a professional forester to manage the bidding process and the actual harvest of the timber. Any questions concerning the sale; or information concerning the bidding process may be directed to Mr. Tom Stadt, Consulting Forester, TREETECH INC., 13105 M-89, Augusta Ml 49012. Phone: 616-731-4494 BIDS WILL BE ACCEPTED NO LATER THAN JANUARY 6, 1995 AT 4:00 P.M. �Page 12 I The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / December 13, 1994 Sewer District continued from page 1 each of his 12 apartments as­ sessed the same as a single­ family home. Most of the residents lined up somewhere between the extremes of I>arigerborst s en­ vironmental need and VanderVecn's financial distress. Some, like Langerhorst, welcomed the sewer project as protection from septic dis­ charge into the lakes and ground waler contamination from the ever-increasing number of failing septic sys­ tems in the area. Smail lots, terrain or poor soils often do not allow for a backup septic system, and soils are becom­ ing saturated. Some residents already are buying bottled drinking water Others, like VanderVeen, agreed that a sewer system is needed for lakeshore proper­ ties, but did not believe they should be included in the sewer district if: • They do not live on the lake. • Their present sewer sys­ tems have not been cited as failing by the Kent County Health Department. • Or they own adequate acreage for a backup septic system. Some residents just came with questions that were an­ swered by the panel assem­ bled by the Caledonia Town­ ship Board for the hearing. Present to help explain en­ vironmental, financial and planning issues were Town­ ship Attorney Jim White. Township Engineer Randy Wilcox and Township Flanner Mark VanderPloeg. Represen­ tatives from the Kent County Health Department and De­ partment of Natural Resources also were on hand and voiced their support of the sewer project. While some opposing resi­ dents expressed despair at the cost of sewer assessments and others voiced resentment at the townships mandated au­ thority to "impose" a sewer on the area, one resident made a personal attack. Jack Berends. who faces an assessment of more than $20,000 for his multi-unit buildings on Whitneyville Avenue, accused the township of "railroading" the sewer through. He then accused Township Supervisor Tom Garbow of standing to profit from inclusion in the sewer district of the proposed hous­ ing development called Blackstone Estates, which will be located on 155 acres northeast of Campau I^ke Garbow. a real estate devel­ oper. emphatically denied any connection to the develop­ ment, which, he pointed out, had been brought before the Township Manning Commis­ sion after the sewer district boundaries had been dis­ cussed. While agreeing that the sewer hookup would allow more homes in the develop­ ment, Garbow said the Town­ ship Board had included it in Classic Carpet Care Reasonable • Prompt • Professional (Free Estimates) Dry Cleaning • Extraction Residential • Commercial Upholstery Personally owned and Operated In Business 10 Years Doug DeKruyter Call Today: (616) 891-7231 Dykstra’s Preferred Poured Walls, Inc. • Poured basement walls • Flatwork • Farm work ROB DYKSTRA, Owner 10698 Finkbeiner Rd., Middleville ^9 gy **V a the sewer district as a "win­ win" proposition for develop­ ers and the other sewer district residents, whose assessments will be lowered with the addition of the housing project. Trustee John Dieleman agreed, stating later in the meeting that the board had thought including Blackstone "would be a good thing” for those living in the sewer dis­ trict. A member of the Plan­ ning Commission. Dieleman confirmed that the Blackstone project had come before the commission only a few months ago. The sewer expansion pro­ ject has been under discussion for about two years. Berends also criticized in­ clusion of Kettle Lake Ele­ mentary School in the district as a waste of taxpayers’ money, since, he claimed, the school has a perfectly good, relatively new septic system in place. Garbow explained that while the school's system is in good condition right now. the expansion of the school left the facility without sufficient room for a backup system. School officials previously have voiced support of the sewer project, but the school board must officially approve the assessment before Kettle Lake can be included on the assessment roll By the time each resident who wished to speak had fin­ ished, 38 property owners had turned in signed statements voicing objections to being included in the new sewer district. Eighteen had signed statements asking to be deleted from the district. Several told the board they simply could not afford the projected assessment, even though payments are stretched over 20 years. The annual cost per prop­ erty, which includes payment on the $6,900/per property as­ sessment, plus interest, operating and maintenance and a debt service fee, is estimated at $1,200 for the first year of operation. The annual charge will decrease slightly each subsequent year. The entire $6,900 can be paid in a lump sum to avoid the estimated 8 percent inter­ est rate on the principal, and property owners can pay off the assessment early if they wish, explained Township At­ torney Jim White. Besides the assessment, a one-time cost of connecting to MM • OLIVER • FORD • NEW HOLLAND WHITE TRACTORS - PLANTERS ATTENTION FARMERS: Call now and schedule your tractor and/or farm equipment for our special winter program. For a limited time we are offering these savings with needed repairs. • FREE Dyno testing with engine or PTO repair. • FREE Hyd. 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Engi­ neer Randy Wilcox pointed out that those largely unde­ veloped McCords properties did not yet have access to a sewer collection line, but could become part of the sys­ tem in the future, when more properties in that area are de­ veloped. • Why the township didn’t put the sewer project to a vote among those who had to pay for it. White explained that Public Act 185 allows town­ ships to repay bonds for such projects through special as­ sessments. According to this law, the township is not re­ quired to have petitions or an initial public hearing or a township vote on the issue. Though it will consider ob­ jections to the project, the Township Board has the au­ thority to make the final deci­ sion on whether to move for­ ward with the sewer project. White said. • Finding other sources of funding. White said that fed­ eral grants, which in the past helped finance such local sewer projects, no longer are available. Others are based on the average income of the sewer district, and the Cam­ pau-Kettle Lakes area does not qualify. Caledonia Township, how­ ever, is contributing $40,000 of its Community Develop­ ment Block Grant Funds to the project, he added. White also explained to the audience that this project will be designed, bid, constructed, supervised and inspected by Kent County, which has the staff to handle these functions. The county also will sell the bonds to finance the project, with Caledonia Letter to the Editor Outcome based education is bunk To the editor: John Champlin, pioneer of “Outcome-Based Educa­ tion.” was speaker, motivator and in my book, distributor of fraud. He says students need to be challenged and taught how to learn, rather than learn facts. Just that many more graduates that can’t make change, say­ ing nothing about reading a paper or making out a job ap­ plication. If you know it, lear­ ning will come without some fad changing the way of education. Another line, “is everyone treated equal?” What that means is the top is brought down to the level of the “don’t cares” and the “couldn't learn anyway.” John Champlin should never have been let into any building I pay taxes for. I wonder if I have any company there? My suggestion is to be look­ ing into private schools. Our educational dollars should go to whatever schools do the job. If public schools get off the track, go to private or home schooling. You shouldn’t be paying for both places, either Better educa­ tion for a third less cost. Rise up and tell Lansing. I believe there are a few ears that are listening There are lot of educated idiots, but from the election, I know a lot of teachers aren’t, bacause they couldn’t go against the country by voting for Wolpe One I know, however, ought to try the private sector again for a refresher course! Some of educators are in the top 10 percent of wage earners in the U.S.A Yes, right here in Middleville and Hastings. If “Outcome-Based Educa­ tion” takes over your child's life, you will bear some of the responsibility . Rise up! In looking back. I don’t believe TK schools are doing as good a job now as 33 years ago. Maybe it’s just my get­ ting older and maybe not. Dedication? The United States Postal Department is putting out a stamp on 50th anniversary of atomic bombing of Japan. The weak-kneed people complain­ ing about it, do they know Japan put out stamp showing Pearl Harbor damages in 1942? That’s one year after the coward’s attack on us. We should have sunk all of Japan proper. When any business runs you over, you don’t trade with them! Donald W. Johnson Middleville Township repaying the county through the special assessments. Officials said that contract­ ing with the county will avoid the mistakes that were made with the first Campau Lake sewer district, which has been plagued with problems be­ cause of faulty engineering and poor supervision during construction. The Caledonia Village/Township sewer project in the village also is being handled through the county. White pointed out. The county, with its excel­ lent credit rating, will get the lowest rate on the bonds for the project, and can provide repair service, should there be a problem with the system. After the hearing closed. Township Trustee Gordon Jousma said he believed the sewer district had to include the whole area in order to deal with problems such as high nitrates in the well water and high density housing that is only going to get more dense as development continues. "We must think of all the surrounding houses; we must think of what's going into the ground water, the health of the children and the children that go to school here." agreed Township Clerk Pat Snyder. Township Board Trustee Steve Gould mulled aloud the changes that have taken place in the township since the 1970s, when federal funds were available to help with sewer projects, and Caledonia was regarded as a farm town, with only a few moving in "who recognized it for the jewel that it is." "Now we pay 90 percent of the cost of sewers; Caledonia Township has become a very desirable place to live and the Caledonia Schools appear at the top of the real estate list­ ings,” Gould added. "The Planning Commission has people beating down the doors to build here, and in 10 years, an interchange at (>0lh and Whitneyville will be big­ ger than the one at 28th Street and 1-96 "Were not in Kansas any more. We have to think ahead...This (project) is something we need." Why call Spencer's rowing? ■ ■ ■ ■ 24 Hour Service Radio Dispatch Fully Insured Flatbed Service ■ ■ ■ ■ Jumpstarts Lock Outs 8 Trucks Available Emergency Tire Repair We bill direct to every insurance agency in Barry County, including: • AAA • ERS • Amoco • Allstate • AARP • Farmers • Montgomeriy Wards • State Farm • Auto Owners • Cross Country tve are on the 911 Emergency call List SPENCER S TOWINC 795-3369 or 1-800-635-9964 MIDDLEVILLE <53 S �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / December 13, 1994 / Page 13 | Obituaries Alan Frederick Paffhausen____ CALEDONIA - Alan Frederick Paffhausen, 52, of Caledonia passed away suddenly Saturday, December 3,1994 at Metropolitan Hospi­ tal in Grand Rapids. He was born June 18, 1942 in Caledonia Township the son of Joseph and Helen (Ish) Paffhausen. Mr. Paffhausen was a Machine Operator at Mid State Die Casting. He was married to Karen Vickers Paffhausen. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Joseph and Loris Paffhausen; sister, Jean Magnan. Survivors are his wife, Karen; mother-in-law, Dorothy Vickers; sons, Shawn and Sue Paffhausen and Scon Paffhausen of Pennsylvania; step-sons, Jay and Dawn Bos, John Bos and special friend Samantha; very special grand­ children, Zachary Paffhausen of Pennsylvania, Brian, Michael and Nickolas Bos and Stasha Bos; brothers and sisters, Ronald and Lillian Paffhausen, Pat and Patti Paffhausen of Cascade, James and Louise Paffhausen of Cali­ fornia, Lorraine and LeRoy Thompson of Grand Rapids, Betty and Emmet Gless of Alto, Carolyn and Fred Blake­ slee of Caledonia and Ruth and Elmer Collar of Alto; brotherin-law, Jerry Magnan of Grand Rapids; many nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held on Wednesday at the Caledo­ nia Funeral Chapel with Reverend Father James C. Cusack officiating. Interment at Alaska Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Red Cross or the American Cancer Society. Surviving are his children, Wilma and Everett Miedema of Wayland, Garry and Della Roorda and Richard and Lena Roorda of Vermont; 13 grand­ children and 16 great­ grandchildren. Funeral Services were held on Friday at the Caledonia Funeral Chapel with Reverend Gerald VanOyen and Reverend Richard VandeKieft officiating. Interment was at Hooker Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Potters House Christian School in Grand Rapids. Sipp roorda_____ CALEDONIA - Sipp Roor­ da, 86, went to be with his Lord on Tuesday, December 6, 1994. He was bom on June 19, 1908 in the Netherlands. He was a farmer. Mr. Roorda was preceded in death by his wife Ada and grandson, Garry Roorda. Verne Wenger_ ____ _____________________ —------ALTO - Verne Wenger, 86, of Alto, passed away on Wednesday, December 7, 1994 at Butterworth Hospital. He was bom on August 10, 1908 at Fremont, the son of Joseph and Tena (Zwerfink) Wenger. He was raised in the Fremont and Caledonia areas and attended Harris Creek and Fremont schools. He was married to Beatrice R. Martin on November 26, 1930 in Caledonia. They farmed in Michigan and India­ na and he also worked for Orrie Martin Construction. Surviving are his wife, Beat­ rice R. Wenger of Middleville; two sons, Bob (Helen) Wenger of Middleville and Chris (Mary) Wenger of Alto; eight grandchildren; eighteen great­ grandchildren; four brothers, Russell (Lucille) Wenger of Bryon Center, Clifford (Grace) Wenger of Alto, Gerald (Beat­ rice) Wenger of Grand Rapids and Howard Wenger and Sharon of Dutton; many nieces and nephews. Funeral and Committal Services were held on Satur­ day at the Beeler Funeral Chapel with Reverend Todd Thompson officiating. Interment was at Bowne Center Cemetery in Alto. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alto Fire Department. Caledonia starts wrestling season 2-0, places fourth in Allegan tourney The Caledonia varsity wrestling team defeated Godwin 66-11 and West Catholic 49-21 in a tri-dual. last Thursday, to open the season 2-0. In the win over Godwin, Caledonia won 11 of the 13 matches and took nine against West Catholic. In the win over Godwin, winning by fall were B.J. Tomanek (106 lbs.) in 4:16, Adam Stauffer (112) in 1:59, Matt Humphrey (119) in 31 seconds. Jamie Trudeau (126) in 4:56. Aaron Sprague (134) in 1:37. Mike Draft (142) in 2:56, Jason Haywood (151) in 1:18, Tim Soper (172) in 3:29, Ryan Sinclair (185) in 50 seconds, Adam Paarlberg (215) in 35 seconds and Tim Johnston in 3:27. In Caledonia's win over West Catholic, Mark Pyper (100) won by a pin in 1:23 to start the team. Others win­ ning by pin were: Tomanek in 2:14, Stauffer in 3:49. Trudeau in 31 seconds, Jason Haywood in 2:52, Soper (185) in 1:43 and Ryan Sin­ clair (215) in 39 seconds. Humphrey won his weight with an 11-10 decision and Sprague won his with a 15-5 major decision. Coach Jim Maxim said he was proud of the way every­ one on the team "exhibited sportsmanship and...gave it their best." He said he will continue to condition and work the team in practice with intensity, and try to keep the two wins from "going to their heads.” In the Allegan Wrestling Tournament, Saturday, Spra­ gue finished second in the 126-pound class and Stauffer took second in the 112-pound class, to lead the Scots to a fourth place finish out of 14 schools. Sinclair was third in the 185-pound weight class win­ ning four matches by way of pins, and losing one. Soper tied for third in the 172 weight class with four pins and a loss. He was un­ able to wrestle the consola­ tion match because Michigan High School Athletic Asso­ ciation rules state that a wrestler can only wrestle five matches in one day. Pyper took a third in the 100-pound class, winning his final match in overtime. Others who wrestled in the tournament but didn’t place were: Bill Norris with three wins and two losses. Trudeau. Paarlberg. Johnston and Jason Haywood were 2-2 and Josh Haywood was 1-2. "Our goal is to continue to focus on the individual's needs to improve himself." Maxim said. The team will host OK Gold opponent Sparta. Thursday, in a dual and. ac­ cording to Maxim. Santa Claus is scheduled to stop by at about 6 p.m. to visit with the children. The junior varsity begin at 6 p.m. and the varsity at 7p.m. Maxim said kids will receive a free candy cane and parents can take pictures of their kids with old St. Nick. $ Credit Problems? Cash $ Problems? We can help. $ • Refinancing • Home Improvement • Debt Consolidation $ $ A-One Mortgage Corp. 310 44th St., S.W.. Wyoming, Ml 49548 $ 1-800-870-2663 $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ Ward Schantz CALEDONIA - Ward Schantz, 69, of Caledonia, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, December 7, 1994 at his home. 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Survivors are his wife, Lois; sons, Bruce Schantz and Mark Schantz; grandchildren, Jamie, Steffine, Donald and Jeannie Lynn; sisters, Ruth MacGregor of Texas, Avis and Mel Patter­ son and Eva and Max Curtice; brother, Elmer and Bonnie Schantz; brother-in-law, Roger and Mary Kloote; sever­ al nieces and nephews. Funeral Services were held on Saturday at Caledonia Funeral Chapel with Reverend Richard Raab officiating. Interment was at Hooker Cemetery. Richard J. Slater, Sr. MIDDLEVILLE - Richard J. Slater, Sr.. 92, of Middleville, passed away on Fnday Decem­ ber 9, 1994 at Metropolitan Hospital. Surviving are one daughter, Phyllis J. Powell of Six Lakes; one daughter-in-law, Lois Slater of Middleville; eight grandchildren, several great­ grandchildren, and great great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews He was preceded in death by his wife, Edna F Slater and son Richard J. Slater, Jr. Funeral and Committal Services will be held on Tues­ day morning December 13, at 1100 a m at the Beeler Funer­ al Chapel with Pastor William D. Dobson officiating. Interment will be at Grand­ ville cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of ones’ choice All-new 200-hp 8300 Tractor: Now in Stock/SS? High-torque 7.6 L engine with exclusive maintains a steady working pace to seed and incorporate chemicals uniformly. electronic engine control Get up to 10 percent power bulge to pull • Revolutionary new CommandARM (armrest easily through tough conditions. module) pub all major tractor controls in Tightest-turning narrow-row MFWD in the the palm of your hand. • Over 15,000-pound hitch-lift capacity industry for a tractor this size. Exclusive Field Cruise1* engine control (optional). Q Fillmore Equipment, Inc. Thornapple Valley Equipment, Inc. 1690 S. Bedford Road, Hastings 616-945-9526 2IST CENTURY TECHNO LOGYTOOAY �Page 14 / The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml I December 13, 1994 Members of the Caledonia varsity volleyball team include (first row from left): Michele Colbom and Jodi VanderVelde Second row: Alisha Adrianse, Heather Van Enk, Julie tiinstra, Katie Donker, Julie Schied and Rachel Comegys Third row: Assistant Coach Shelly Schmid, Lisa Van Ryn, Sarah Berends. Kara Gordon, Kris Van Belkum, Sheri Vredevoogd and Coach Peg Mulhenn ‘All out for the same cause - to win’ says coach "AH these girls are out for the same cause, to win," said Caledonia varsity volleyball coach Peg Mulherin. "They communicate well, show good team work and good camaraderie." Mulherin, in her seventh year as the varsity volleyball coach, said she has five re­ turning seniors, two of whom arc threc-year starters to an­ chor this season’s team. The threc-year starters are Michele Colbom and Julie Tuinstra. The other seniors on the team arc Katie Donker, Heather Van Enk and Jodi VanderVelde. Besides the experience of the senior returnees, Mulherin said the juniors who have moved up to the varsity team have shown a great ability to meld with the se­ nior to make the Caledonia team a possible leader in the OK Gold Conference. The junior who Mulherin speaks highly of are Alisha Adrianse, Sarah Berends, Rachel Comegys, Kara Gor­ don, Julie Scheid, Kris van Belkum, Lisa Van Ryn and Sheri Vredevoogd. She said the team has come together and is working as a cohesive unit and foresees the I^ady Scots as being in first or second place at the end of the season in the conference. "I think we ll be 6-1. realistically," she said. "South Christian and Forest Hills Northern will have good teams I think, but I feel we should be al 6-1." In the preseason, Mulherin is stressing :quick feet, team communication and passing" as being the keys to a suc­ cessful season for the Lady Scots. "We were 14-20-2 last year and lost Terri Scheidel to graduation," Mulherin said. "But I think this team is better than last year because of our experience. We should do well." Scot JV wrestlers take 3 Ists at Lakewood The Caledonia junior var­ sity wrestling team secured three first place and a fourth place finsh at the I^kcwixxi junior varsity wrestling meet, Saturday. Winning first place for the junior Scots were Dustin McFarlan (100 pounds), B.J. Tomanek (106) and Curt Pyper(151). Keith Smith (142) finished in fourth place. Also getting wins for Cale­ donia were Steve benham (142), Chris Sheldon (106) and Kirk Smith (126). Also wrestling at Lake wood were Scott Harig (185) and Nate Smith (Hwt.) Scots frosh eagers fall to TK A 28-point spurt in the fourth quarter wasn't enough for the Caledonia freshman basketball team, as they fell to Middleville 61-50, Friday night. John Hess led all scores in the game with 22 points. The Scots will face Kenowa Hills, tonight (Dec. 13) at home and be on the road to Cedar Springs, Friday. Energy Care" C3<? 11 ii I POUR-IN Insulation BLOW-IN Do-it-yourself and save Blowing Machines Available Caledonia Lumber 115 Kinsey St., Caledonia • 891-8143 Middle vine’s top scorer. No. 30. Andy Brewer breaks Inside a Caledonia defender in Friday night's win over the Scots. TK eagers top Fighting Scots by 21 The Thornapple-Kellogg varsity basketball team de­ feated Caledonia 84-63, Fri­ day night, in the annual game between the neighboring schools. The Trojans ran out to a 27-15 first quarter lead and had a 41-27 advantage by the break by hitting 62 percent from the field. TK's Andy Brewer was the top scorer in the contest with 29 points, 12 of which came in the fourth. Pat Stegeman was the top scorer for Caledonia with 22 points. Also scoring in double fig­ ures for Middleville were Craig Kotrbra, who came off the bench to score 16, and Steve Converse with 13. Matt Barr scored 10 points for the Scots to put him in double figures. Converse was the leading rebounder for the Trojans with 12 and Brewer had seven steals and five assists. "The key in the game for us," said Middleville coach Curt Holzhueter, "was that nine different players were able to score for us. Kotrbra came off the bench to play a good game, as did many players. "It was a nice opening game for us against a very good team and showed us some of the things we need to work on," the TK coach said. In the junior varsity con­ test, the junior Trojans nipped the Fighting Scots 6564. Post season awards for TK soccer players The conclusion of the Mid­ dleville boys varsity soccer’s finest season brought with it a flurry of individual awards for outstanding play. At the team’s honors ban­ quet, it was announced that junior sweeper Sean Crofoot had merited selection to the OK Rainbow Conference Honorable Mention list and forwards Jason Clinton (senior, 29 goals), David Botwinski (sophomore, 16 goals) and senior goalkeeper Steve Converse had been named to the All-Conference First Team. Later, it was announced that Converse, Clinton, Botwinski and senior midfielder Gary Ketchum (three goals, 10 assist) were Trojan represen­ tatives on the All-County team. To add to the honors, a Class B All-Regional Coaches Committee recognized Clin­ ton and Converse as among the area's finest players and awarded them All-Regional status. The finest post-season tribute was saved for last, as the Class B All-State Selection Committee named Converse to the Honorable .Mention squad. Converse’s school-record eight shutouts were key fac­ tors contributing to TK’s 15-6 record. Converse joins former TK soccer stars Peter Andersen and Mike Marble on the list of All-State athletes Converse hopes to make soccer a part of his college career as he pursues his choice of university, while Clinton will be playing for the fine soccer program at Olivet Nazarene University in Il­ linois. (Courtesy of Steve Evans) Winning post-season awards from the Middleville varsity soccer team were (from left): David Botwinski, Steve Converse and Jason Clinton RHONE 945-9554 for Reminder ACTION-ADS 24-hrs.-7 days Dental Care ...for the family. • • • • Emergency Care • Evenings by Appointment Affordable Rates • New Patients Welcome We Do Your Insurance Paperwork Appointments Available Mon thru Fri. 4 Ronald B. Stegehuis M') 8914240 ~ ( *I ZX 9505 Cherry Valley Rd (M-37) Caledonia �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml / December 13. 1994 I Page 15 Santa arrives in Caledonia! by Barbara <>all Staff Writer Christmas .traditions highlighted this year's annual Caledonia parade through the village Saturday. Children bundled against the cold, the Legion color guard, sirens, horse teams and individual riders, kids waving from Christmas floats and post-parade candy gifts are lust some of the familiar sights and sounds repeated every season The Caledonia Community Players provided something new this year with their float depicting old Ebcneezcr Scrooge and the Spirits of Christmas who converted his ‘ Bah! Humbug!" to a smiling “Merry Christmas!" The Caledonia High School marching band played songs of the holiday season as it per­ formed during the parade, which was sponsored by area businesses and the Caledonia Legion Post 305. Bogs of candy were distributed to the kids otter the parode as a Christmas greeting from the area businesses and organizations who sponsored this year's event. 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Mark VonderPloeg Township Planner, and several citizens. The concerns, problems and the project were reviewed by the panel. The public hearing was called to order at 8:07 p.m. Objections and approval was voiced by several citizens on the project. The public hearing was closed at 10:35 p.m. Recess at 10:35 p.m. Reconvened at 10:47 p.m. Board comments: Reviewed written objections turned in dur­ ing the public hearing. Moved R. DeVries, support Jousma to ac­ cept the roll as presented with dollar amount. Jim White com­ mented that he hod parcel numbers to delete and adjust. He reviewed those parcels and stated that the total assessment roll will be $1,742,800.00 R. DeVries withdrew her motion and Jousma withdrew his sup­ port. Moved R. DeVries, support Jousma, to accept the updated roll as presented by Jim White for $1,742,800.00. Ayes: R. DeVries, Gould, J. DeVries, Jousma, Dieleman, Snyder, Gar­ bow. Motion carried. 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' b_ ________ _ _____ 1 o_ _Ph_89_l_9287 _ PICM^ <w On M-37 North of Middleville Open 7 Days a Week BURRITO or COMBO HUf1 WHAT OV« CUJTOMfM IAY ABOUT FA»O1 PIZZA "One at iarc s hz/ass as grjod or any NocT anyoneefcesT • Too» a Mce as good os >w otoenr • 1 caJOn r te*. c Nx good faro »rioo *> tw soxes »w crjsi wwytwrgT • *T» aowptaar /Ca® W Spedd Sauces and teal Cheese HtX« Utoch Thrt 4 hi H am to 1» pm -:-xMgnts Sun Hui J JO pm to K> JO pm. :<<: fn I5d JJ0pmtol2am 9790 Cherry Valley, M-37, Caledonia � https://barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/25/704/SunandNews_1994-12-20.pdf e375042c8cb30afa38f5c4ec40265ce5 PDF Text Text id News ^icLiw-arv Hastings, W. four 124th Year BULK RATE U.S. POSTAGE HwtingKMl 49051 Permit No. 7 ^Wewspoper Serving Middleville and Caledonia Areas Midalevme, Michigan 49333 No. 46 / December 20. 1994 Growth expected to put Middleville Council to pressure on TK facilities consider outdoor ice rink by Margaret Fowler < < The TK schools have had pretty 5to#H<n7er The Thomapplc Kellogg consistent growth over the School District is very likely past five years. The growth that to experience growth in the is predicted for the next five student population over the next five years, according to years is consistent with that figures from a feasibility trend. H report. The school board received a — Tom Mathison of the engineering preliminary report from the firm of Tower Pinkster Titus engineering firm of Tower Pinkster Titus, outlining facility needs of the district to school and middle school along with projected costs of repairs. accommodate about 300 addi­ levels. “The TK schools have had Mathison said that the Page tional students by the year pretty consistent growth over Elementary building, which 1999 2000. The firm was hired by the the past five years.” Mathison was built in 1987. had the least amount of needed board earlier this year to con­ said. “The growth that is repairs. duct a thorough study of TK's predicted for the next five On the other hand, the mid­ facilities. Tom Mathison of Tower years is consistant with that dle school, which is the oldest building in the district, had the Pinkster presented a copy of trend.” The portion of the report most the three ring hindered report Mathison emphasized that to each board member, ex­ given to the board focused on plaining that this was not com­ physical needs of each of the this first report was by no TK buildings, right down to means complete plete yet. Board members said the such details as outlets and Much more information was necessary before the final projections of growth in the light fixtures. Each room in each building report with suggestions and district were necessary in order to predict future needs was surveyed by Tower more exact costs could be Pinkster. of the school district. completed. “As each room was check­ The next step in the study Because of factors par­ ed, we simply listed if repairs was to compile all of the infor­ ticular to the Middleville commmunity, the study done by were needed or not,” mation gathered during inter­ views with many people con­ Stanford in Lansing indicated Mathison said. Once all of the buildings nected with the school district. that TK student enrollment were finished, the information Mathison said that the goal would jump from the current of the interviewing was to find 2.483 students to 2,772 by was entered in a computer. This preliminary report was out just what kind of needs 1999-2000. The majority of the growth put together listing needs in would be seen at the high each building separately, See Growth expected, P.2 by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer The Middleville Village Council is considering a pro­ posal to have an ice skating pond in the village. The proposal was made through the Parks and Recrea­ tion Committee at last Mon­ day’s council meeting. Tim Weingartz said he had located a type of plastic liner that was water proof at a cost of 10 cents per square foot. The committee suggested that a community ice rink be located on property behind the village hall. An 85- by 200-foot patch of ice which is the required size of the National Hockey League would fit there easily, said Weingartz. Another plus for that loca­ tion was that there were two lights already on the site. The liner material would cost the village about $1,000 and the product is guaranteed to last about five years. That time is variable because the guarantee is measured in hours of ex­ posure to light, which can vary. The liner easily could be stored when not in use by just rolling it up and putting it in a dark place or covering it. Weingartz said there would be no extra cost of leveling the area to be used, slightly berming up the border and adding additional sand to the site The new spruce tree planted in Mill Park along with other bushes and shrubs were nicely decorated until vandals stole most of the lights and decorations. Mid­ dleville police are looking for the culprits and ask anyone with information to report it. where needed because Dave Dykstra of Dan Valley Ex­ cavating has volunteered to donate what is needed for the preparation of the site. “A place to skate right in the village would be a real See Council, Page 2 These "Stoy off the sidewalk'* signs posted on the bridge in Middleville ore not ment for pedestrians. They worn snowmobilers on the trail that runs through Middleville to stay off. 1 In This Issue... • ‘Cally Kettle’ comes home for the holidays’ CHS Student Congress helps out Joys for Tot s’ The Caledonia High School Student Congress this month sponsored a competition between the school s advisory classes and collected 320 new toys for the U.S. Marines 1994 National Toys for Tots' campaign. Mr. Oster's advisory brought in more than 100 toys to earn a poncoke breakfast served by Congress members. Staff Sgt. Kurt Mohr, left, and Sgt. Jeff VonderKooi arrived Thursday to pick up the toys, which were distributed Saturday to low-income families with young children. Congress members Amy Perkins, Bretl Long and Kelly Spence were on hand to help box and load the toys. • Caledonia Village Council OKs civil infractions ordinance • Spirit of giving is alive in Thornapple Kellogg kids • Touch and feel vital part of new science program �Page 2 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I December 20, 1994 GROWTH EXPECTED ^continued from front page — were seen by these various groups of individuals. A need that was strongly recommended wis to have more technology available in the classrooms at all age levels? Other issues included the need for more electrical outlets and more storage space. Mathison pointed out that part of the difficulty with space was because many of the rooms designed for a specific activity already had been turned into classroom space to accommodate growth Once all of this information is put together, Mathison said, the company then would begin working with the district to provide a detailed report that includes options for the district to consider. Mathison finished his report and answered any questions the board members had. The school board moved from considering what might be needed by the district in the future to learning the results of an audit from the past school year. Jim Olsen of the accounting firm of Phil Saurman told the board that the audit of the 1993-94 school year went well and that the district basically is in good shape. He did point out a few areas that be suggested be “tighten­ ed up" as a goal for next year. The only area of real con­ cern was that of the budget deficit in the student activities area Because the high school yearbook has been produced as an after-school project in recent years instead of as part of a class, a deficit now exists That is partially because of the need to give additional compensation to the faculty advisor for the additional time needed to produce the yearbook. High school principal Hank Dugan, along with Alice Jansma, TK business manager, have been looking into other options for produc­ ing the annual publication at less cost In other business last week Monday, the TK school board: — Received an abbreviated report of the results of the Michigan Educational Assess­ ment Program testing given by Curriculum Director Cheryl Allen. The district did very well in science, but Allen said that reading and math scores showed the need for improvement — Was informed of the resignation of Skip Pranger as head football coach. He will continue in his capacity as assistant principal at TK Middie School. — Heard the annual fall sports report from Athletic Director Scott Marvin, who said TK had a very successful season, with 21 al I-conference athletes. 16 all-county, and 3 all-state. About one-third of the students (234) participated in the fall sports program. — Publicly thanked and recognized that more than 50 teachers have attended one after-school staff development program They have also agreed to continue to do this every other week for the rest of the school year. Ralph W. Gehl will celebrate his 80th Birthday Dec. 26, 1994 Congratulations from his wife, Thelma & all his family & many friends “Happy Birthday!! r i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a “This kind of voluntary ef­ fort is necessary if Thomapple Kellogg Schools are to im­ prove.’ said Board President Jan Siebesma. we ap­ preciate this kind oY . dedication." — Received word that the district has gotten an in­ surance premium return for the 1994-95 school year from the West Michigan Risk Management Trust, which is the seif-insurance pool for property and liability coverages set up by 13 districts in the Kent In­ termediate School District in 1990 — Appointed Trustee Gary VanElst to the district Drug Free Schools Committee. He replaces retired board member Don Williamson. — Set the tuition rate for non-resident students at $375 for elementary and $575 for secondary students. — Passed a summer tax resolution just in case there must be a tax collection in 1995 COUNCIL CONSIDERS RINK , from front page — asset." Weingartz said “It sounds and is financially feasible." said Village Presi­ dent Pro Tern Jim Oliver, who is also a member of the Recreation Committee. "It would be kind of a Christmas present to the com­ munity if we can put the package together." In the past, when the village has tried to put in a rink without the help of a liner, the “weather has always done it in." said President Lon Myers. By using the liner, the ice skating rink would not lose water even during a thaw and only about four inches would be needed to provide suitable ice. The council decided to table the issue until the next meeting so that more informa­ tion can be obtained about the liner material from others who have used it. Council also discussed op­ tional sites for the ice rink, suggesting use of the Calvin HOLIDAY SPECIAL! Hi-Lite, Cut and Style Onb $3500 Reg.‘47 SAVE S12! Limited Time Offer • Expires 1/31/94 Must bring this ad for savings. New Ownership! New Staff! Come Visit us! 3363 68th Street S.E. (In Dutton Professional Building* Caledonia. Ml 49316 | Hair & Tanning TK Students of the Month chosen Chosen os "Students of the Month," for November at Thornapple Kellogg High School were (row one from left) Heather Marble, Holly Byars, Heather Mc­ Clelland, Amanda Stutzman; (row 2) Carrie Moma, Torah BeuscheL Jamie Green: (row 3) Lisa DeVries, Laura Dodd, Rachel Wade, Rob Walker; (row four) Kim Bed ford, Kiley Thaler, Tara Titus, Darcy Mugridge; (row 5) Ty Middleton, Curt Brinks, Bob Mosey and Ron Haynes. Unavailable for the picture were Dawne Bell and Amber Moser. (616) 698-1991 OPEN EVENINGS “a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a Hill Park located near the United Methodist Church. Council also got word from Village Planner Jason Cherry of pending action by the Plan ning Commission about a new apartment complex. He told the council that the request made for layer Plann­ ed Unit Development zoning, so that Rivertown Develop­ ment could put in 120 apart­ ments rather than the allowed 91, will be considered further at the meeting Tuesday, Jan. 10. The proposed complex is to be located just east of the Lin­ coln Meadows Retirement Home and that has caused some community opposition. The planners said they felt they also needed more infor­ mation about the impact the complex would have on water, sewer and roads. In other business last week, the Village Council: — Thanked Greta Greiner for the donation of the spruce tree in Mill Park and asked that she be contacted to see if she would like it to be be a memorial, perhaps to her late husband, Howard. Council also thanked the Middleville Lions for paying for the relocation of the tree. — Recognized and thanked a group of residents who donated lights and decora­ tions. and decorated Mill Park and the new tree. They are Lois Rider. Katherine Krewson. Linda Rider. Naomi and Justin Wilson. Betty Rider, Lisa Rohm and Karie Rohm. — Received word of the theft of many of the lights and decorations in the park. So­ meone also has been stealing decorations from other com munity members. Anyone who has any knowledge of these thefts should contact the village police. — Approved the snowmobile route through the village, as in past years. It was noted that curfew times were until 11 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and until I a m. Friday and Saturdays. Signs indicating that snowmobilers stay off the sidewalks (particularly on the bridge) would be posted. — Received word of the resignation of full-time police officer Jeff Nieuwenhuis, who has joined the Barry County Sheriffs Department, effec­ tive Dec. 9. — Authorized Chief Louis Shoemaker to hire Officer Nick Siefert to fill that vacant position. He has been a part time officer with the village for about a year and a half — Heard a report from the Parks and Recreation Com mittee that the development and writing of a five-vear recreational plan for the village is right on schedule That plan should reach the state by the Dec. 31 deadline. — Received information from Attorney Jeff Youngsma about changing village elec lions to non-partisan No ac­ tion on the resolution was taken. — Found out that repairs on the village dump truck cost $1,063, about twice what was estimated. Village Manager Ev Manshum said that bids for a new truck ranged from $63,000 to $85,(MM). Looking for a PRINTER? u// 945-9554 I The Reminder Holiday Office Hours Early Deadlines CLOSED Christmas Eve and Christmas Day CLOSED New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day All DISPLAY ADVERTISING and NEWS ARTICLES MUST BE IN by 5 P.M. THURSDAY, DEC. 22 for the Dec. 27 issue — and — 5 P.M. THURSDAY, DEC. 29 for the Jan. 3 issue. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / December 20. 1994 / Page 3 Thornapple Kellogg Middle School honor roll named Stacey Borgakker. Bradley Bowman. Michael Byars. An­ drew Chamberlain. Nina Cowham. Jamie DeBruin. Ashleigh DeVormer. Susan Dorsey. Kerri Enyart, Rachel Fliearman. Ashley Gentry. Brenda Hale. Lorry Hess. Sara Hoffman. Jeff Huebner. Joshua Ike. Gwen Jeurink. Kerri Kmmpema. Nathan LaVoie, Alica Matson. Nicole Medaris. Melissa Minor. Jamie Nausieda, Rachel Pat­ terson. Jamie Roemer. Jeanette Scheerhom. Jodi Schumaker. Evan Space. Melissa Strimback. Amy Wiersum. Shannon Zoet. Mulder. Amy Olczak. Taylor Pierce. Courtney Rouselle. Sarah Schilthroat. Adam Smith. Aaron Steorts. Jessica Weeks. Gwen Williams Cassandra Beard. Lisa Boers ma. Andrea Bucher. Kirsten Carver, Amanda Clover-Wadel. Tabitha Curths. Manna Dettman. Cristina Dickerson. Amber Dutcher. Daniel Finkbeiner, Robert Furgeson. Miso Glavan. Robert Heinz. Maryanna Hoeksma. Brooke Holzhausen, Scott Hun­ tington. Craig Jenkins. Nicole Johnker-Slayton. Katie Kimmel. Sean Lemon. Katie Martin. Melanie Meekhof. Brian McKeown. Brad Myers, Kristen Overbeek. Scott Ploeg. Liz Runals. Kevin Schultz, Nathan Smith. Tim Stevens. Tim Whitney, David Williamson. 8th Grade All A’s — Matthew Alvarea, Ryan Hesselink, Amie Koncsol, Jason Schweitzer, Jamie Wachtor. Christopher Wellman. Jason Baragar, Sara Huff, Rachel Krikke, Jennifer Tobin, Paul Wade, Jennifer Herring. Erica Johnston, Jennifer Laansma, Nathan Venton, Garrett Weatherhead. B Honor Roll — Jason Albaugh, Mark Blashkiw. Chad Brinks, Alison Carter, Sally Christiansen, Ryan Craven, Erin Deschoff, Holly DeVries, Ryan Drogowski. Robert Feenstra. Jeremy Fowler, Elizabeth Gilbert, Larissa Hanebohn. Andrew Hillman, Lynda HolEs, Mike Hull. Bryan Jahnke, Ben Jones, Leah Kennicott, Alicia Lee. Corey Lucas, Jason McDiarmid, Robin McMurray, Carly 7th Grade All A’s — Erica Carter Amber Harthy. Alicia Holst. Nathan Nofsinger, Danielle Quisenberry, Tara Tasma. Daniel Warner. Julie Cordts, Thomas Haynes. Christine McKee, Danielle Piccard, Alexander Sevald. Lyndsey Van Aman. John Zuidersma. Jeremiah Donker. Amanda Hirons. Ashley Moore, Matthe Pullen. Mariana Slachter, Chad Wachtor. B Honor Roll — Brian Anderson, Susan Beckering. Justin Benner. Brian Bishop, Amanda Bowyer, Jason Brower, Holly Corson, Rebecca Curtiss. Beverly DeFouw. Amy Dykstra. Amanda Froehlke, Brian Hannan. Brendan Hula, Daniel Kiel. Kevin Lee. Laura McKinley, Josh Mosey. Jenny Olczak, Kerry Rickert. Justin Sherman, Ryan Smith, lauren Vandal. Talk Back Year’s end brings thanks! By Douglas Busman, Caledonia Superintendent By Douglas Busman Superintendent As we near the end of 1994. I thank the members of the com­ munity for the support 1 have received during these first mon­ ths as superintendent. Nothing can take the place of a com­ munity that is informed and knowledgeable about their school system, and 1 appreciate the active participation so many members of the community are taking. I also thank the employees of Caledonia Community Schools. The quality of our programs is the direct result of the dedication, commitment and work ethic of the teachers, aides, bus drivers, cooks, custodians, secretaries and administration who are Caledonia Community Schools. My wish for the new year would be to have everyone in the community visit our schools. The quality of the staff and pro­ grams is obvious. Many exciting things continue to happen in our district and one of the most visible may be the new middle school. This could not have happened without a supportive community. I am pleased to report this project is on schedule and will be ready for students in the fall of 1995. As we begin the new year. I would again like to invite you to either call the administrative office at 891-8185, or write to me at P.O. Box 128, Caledonia, MI 49316 with any concern or question you would like to see addressed in this column. As a matter of information, the holiday break for the Caledonia Community Schools will begin on Thursday, Dec. 22. Students will then return to classes on Tuesday. Jan. 3. Please accept my best wishes for a very special holiday season! (Note: The regular "question and answer" column will return on Jan. 10.) Ma> you and your loved ones have a safe and joyous Holiday Season, a healths and prosperous Historical Society to sell collector items in county • * ’ w » * The Barry County Historical Society will sell collector items for holiday gift giving at the Middleville branch of the Hastings City Bank. 435 Arlington St., from 9 am. to 5 p.m. Thursday, Dec 22. Among items available will be rural school history books of Thornapple, Assyria, Barry, Carlton. Woodland, Ir­ ving. Prairieville, and Johnstown townships and Barry County Normal, School. Also available will be pic­ tured china plates of Barry County landmarks, including the flour mill that used to be in Middleville, besides the Historical Society ’s two books of "Hastings-One of the Best 100 Small Towns in Amenca and their newest. God Bless America and Barry County . ” Single and family member­ ship m the Barry County Historical Society will be available and there will be forms for Barry County war \eterans to pick up and return later, to be included in the future books the Historical Society will publish about Civil War to Persian Gulf W ar veterans XlL YlUT.' Lon Lefanty 403 West Main at the light in Middleville Bus: (616) 795-7925 Res: (616) 795-7184 BINGO American Legioa'Post #305 Cherry Vaile, Caledonia • THURSDAY • Early Bird - 6:30 PM -3* ■»« Hasekien. Bnan Kathmann. Matt Newmeyer. Ashley Reaser. Katie Schultz. Tim Suwyn. Theresa Venton. An­ drea Zoet. Amber DeMaagd. Angie Feenstra. Valerie Foster. Jason Holzhausen. Lori Kooiman. Dan Parker. Erin Robertson. Megan Shaff. Pat Terry , Travis Wenger. Nick Drogowski. Beth Forbes. Doug George. Garrett Jonker-Slayton. Abby LaVoie. Anneliese Patterson. Jessica Rose. Jenny Sherman. Samantha Vander Sloot. Jacob Wiliams B Honor Roll — Lori Aldrich. Dan Bathruth. Jen­ nifer Bennedict. Travis Brill. Shelley Cargill. Jacob DeBlaay. Mike Dickerson. Lucas Egolf. Julie Ford. Ab­ bie Gilbert. Josh Hannebohn. Jon Hodgson, Danielle Hoskins. Dawn Jennings, Dan Lancaster. Adam Lucas. Brandon McGillicuddy. Jenny Meyer, Adam Nieland. Kyle Preslar, Becky 6th Grade All A’s — Lindsey Reed, Nate Ritsema. Jackie DeBoode. Breanne Dutcher, Schumaker. Jody Seibesma, Jeff Forbes, Aleshia Dan Stade. Katie Thompson. Julie Weaver. Peter Baker. Alison Belson. Sarah Be rends. Douglas Blocksma. Kelly Bremer. Marc Carter. Nicole CravNn. Jennifer Davis. Jason Delille. Payschence Erb. Tamber Galloup. Bonnie Hickel. Nicolas Hutchens. David Kiel. Lemual Lloyd. Brian Mello. Shayna Neason. Nicholaus Parrott. Terri Schondelmayer. Lucas Slagel. Joshua Strait. Carrie Vanveghel. Hannah Yeazele Jenelle Batdorff. Erid Bender. Tiffany Beuschel. Nicole Bouwens. Lisa Brock. Anna Cnossen. Sunshine Curths, Matthew DeBlaay. William Drew. Jessica Erway, Crystal Giordani. Elizabeth Hillman. Joseph Johnson. Rachel Kuipers. Erin Martin. Breyne Mid­ dleton. Rebecca Nicholson. Josh Porritt. Sarah Schut. Aaron Smith. Daria Stutz­ man. Elizabeth Wagner. Chad Vansprosen. Sarah Wiese. Robby Wisniewski. Eric Aten. Brandon Belson. Andrea Berkimer. Dan Brinks. Candice Cree. Sarah Decker. Brad Dolton. Erika Enyart. Angie Gemhart. Lana Goodin. Michael Hart. Ken Holton. Jeff Hull. Heather Joynson. Jav Lantinga. Kevin McClure. Klye McKeown. Kristen Minor. Erin Palmer. Jessica Price Kortney Reyff. Jan Scheib. Samantha Schweder. Ken Simon. Jessica Strait. Mark Thompson. Jennifer Verkerkc. Shelby Williams. Joe Azzarella. Lisa Belson. Amy Boom. Nichole Byars. Eric Cuneo. Phillip Deuteschler. Jason Doyle, Danielle Erway. Jenny Giar. Chad Gromko. Becca Hig­ gins. Mike Hopkins. Holly Jenkins. Mike Kooiman, Christina Lee. Seth McDiarmid. Randy Merchant. Jim Nichols. Curt Postcma. War­ ren Prostko. Katie Richter. John Shilthroat. Jessie Shinault. Tami Smith. Mike Syswerda. Susan Vanderfifer. Rachel Wert. Blake Wilson. Scharphorn is TK’s DAR winner April Scharphorn has been named the winner of this year’s Daughters of the American Revolution award for Thornapple Kellogg High School. Principal Henry Dugan, who called the award "one of the greatest honors a senior can achieve." said qualifica­ tions include patriotism, ser­ vice, dependability and leadership. The daughter of David and Debbie Scharphorn of 916 Barlow Lake, Middleville, was chosen by the faculty from a list of nominations April Scharphorn from the TK senior class. She has a 3.9 grade point cheerleader for four years, average of a possible 4.0, with three on the varsity squad; has majors in math, English and been a member of the Na­ science. Her minors are in ac­ tional Honor Society for three counting, Spanish and social years, now serving as treasurer; has had four years science. Scharphorn has been a of band and two years with school musicals. She also was class treasurer in her sophomore and junior years; was named a Student of the Month as a freshman and a sophomore; was a Rotary Nominee this year and ran track as a freshman Outside of school, Schar­ phorn is a member of tier church’s youth group, the Love-Light church youth choir and was a "SWAT" (Student Witness Action Team) member. She has volunteered for the Red Cross, March of Dimes, CROP Walk. Mel Trotter Mission and YMCA, and has attended a national young leaders’ conference and Rotary Life Leadership Camp. She plans to attend Calvin College, majoring in math with a minor in science For your convenience we will be open regular hours Saturday, Dec. 24th and 31st, We will be closed Monday, December 26th and January 2nd. Qtate I Of 627 E MAIN ST CALEDONIA 3205 68th ST S.E DUTTON 303 ARLINGTON MIDDLEVILLE 891-8113 698-6337 795-3361 All 3 Locations ALEDONIA Noon on Saturday __ F[ ■ LENDER �Page 4 I The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml / December 20. 1994 thew, who is and 9 .... -----Christopher, who is 7, played Neighbors with... NORMA ...... Hi everyone, are you all rushing around trying to get things done for Christmas? We are getting quite a lot of things done. Just a few more things to do. I love the sharing and trying to get just the right thing to express our love to others. The snow was just what was needed to make Christmas right As an older person, J could do without the added hazard of bad walking condi­ tions. Fortunately, I have my ski poles that my grand­ children gave me two years ago Houston is having a ball VELDERMAN -. —. - -. -... I with the crusted snow. He seems to be smelling something under the snow and keeps burrowing. We think that it must be mice or moles because we have to stop him from trying to dig them out. We will only have just a few of the family home for Christmas. They can t get together all on one day. so those who can come will be here at separate times and the rest will call, send packages, or just visit Pat and Helame’s two boys called last Sunday, playing over the phone a happy birth­ day song for Johnny Mat­ on their violin and cello. For our Christmas gift. They (and Pat) learned how to play with the Suzuki method Matthew now is playing violin, cello, clarinet, and saxaphone. Christopher plays the violin with Pat. A parent has to take lessons with the children. Both Pat and Helame are amazed how faithfully each boy practices. We had the Thomapple Heritage Christmas party and white elephant gift exchange with its fun and desserts. It was at Lu and Dick Ward s. They are such a wonderful hostess and host with food for 50 people. They have so many lovely Christmas trees throughout the rooms. Russ Bender said his son Bob had his retirement party at Hastings Thursday night. Russ said that both Bob and his wife Carol, are going to Russia. They are starting to learn Russian in preparation for their Peace Corps Service in Russia. What a wonderful thing for both of them to do! Our young folks have so many oppor­ tunities to work and learn about all diffeent countries. Char Finkbeiner is going out to Arizona. The Williams family is having their first family reunion. Then Char plans to go out to California. Thelma Carl attended the senior Christmas concert and dinner. Thelma said it was various choral groups. She even got to take home a poinsettia plant. Thelma also attended the neighbors breakfast Saturday. 1 meant to ask you parents who have 4-H kids who might be interested in taking 4-H sewing. Mrs. Bob Nagel wants to start it. She plans to meet at the community building with any interested parents and students. They don't have machines or sew­ ing taught at school any more. If you are interested, call Mrs. Nagel. Mae Bowerman said they had the Rollo family Christmas in the basement with 51 people. Mae said there were 25 grandchildren and 25 great­ grandchildren Well, folks. I guess this is it for now. I have so enjoyed having Carol Plummer help me lately. We have such a good time and 1 think she is a remarkable person. I ap­ preciate her kindness giving her time. I got quite a lot done with her reading my pile of whatever to throw it away or file it. Maybe 1 will get everything filed so I can lay my hand on it whenever 1 need it. I have so much history that I want to leave it in good order to be used later by anyone who needs it. Have a wondrful prepara­ tion time getting ready for our sharing and caring time called Christmas. Visit with all of you next week. Leighton Church holding holiday services— The Leighton United Methodist Church will have a Dec. 24 Christmas Eve Ser­ vice at 7 p.m. and Dee. 25 Christmas Dav worship at 9:30 a.m. All are welcome. The Leighton United Methodist Church is located at 4180 2nd St. Caledonia, phone 891-8028. Pastor is Ray Townsend. LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church — Serving a Living Lord SUNDAY....... 9:45 a.m., 11:00 a m 4 6.00 p.m. WEDNESDAY............... Family Night - 6:30 p.m. | 7240 68th Street, SE — Caledonia 2 miles east of M-37 i Pastor, Rev. Brian F. Harrison Youth Pastor, Darrel L. Schrock 1 CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH ’ "A church with a caring heart for our community and the world" 1 Sunday Services....... 9:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. ' M-37 at 100th St., Caledonia, Ml Church Office: (616) 891-1512 Rev. Gerald Van Oyen Al Tiemeyer Community Calling CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street Rev. James Cusack Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass......................... 5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass................... 9:00 a.m. 4 11:00 a.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville Bruce N. Stewart, Pastor Lee Taylor, Assistant Pastor Sunday School................................................... 9:45a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service...... 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service.................................. 6:00p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer........................ 6:45p.m. Word of Life Clubs............................................ 6:45p.m. WELCOME TO 1. Gaines United Brethren Church Kalamazoo Avenue at 92nd Street * Caledonia. Michigan Telephone 698-8252 _ 1 gf- *-11 ~ T ' Pastor Mark Beers Pastor Scott Taylor Reaching People With Christ 8:30 am to 9:30 am — First Worship Service 9:30 am to 9:45 am — Coffee Fellowship 9:45 am to 10:45 am — Sunday School 10:45 am to 11:00 am — Coffee Fellowship 11:00 am to 12:00 — Second Worship Service Nursery and Children’s Church will be provided during both services. “Set an example In speech, in Ute. in love, in faith and in purity." 1 Timothy 4:12 Jiiinst 3Holy Mnsary Traditional Roman Catholic Latin Mass Rev. Fr. Frandsco Radecki, CMRI 314 E. Main, Middleville Phone: 795-9030 Sacred Heart Devotions Sunday Mass: 4:00 P.M. Confessions and Rosary: 20 Minutes before Mass WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 8546 Whitneyville Ave at 84th St •391-8661 'The Church where everybody is somebody ...and Jesus Christ is lorrT ScjoOar School...................................... 9 30 am. Sunday Momrsg Worship.................... 1030 am. Sunday Evening Worshgs ................... 600 p.m Wed Midweek Prayer A Bible Study...... 700 p m ripv HWfcm Dotson. Pasty S&eJocBon. rydhPaay I I | 1 i | * > LAKESIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH J "A ii. 1 ii "*■ E CHRISTIAN REFORMED 6201 Whitneyville Avenue Sun. Morning Worship.......... 10:30 a.m. Sunday School......................... 9:30 a.m. Evening Service.......................6:00 p.m. Rev. Bernard Mulder, Pastor 868-6306 LEIGHTON UNITED METHODIST Located in Leighton Township Comer of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Sunday Morning Worship (Interpreted for hearing impaired)........................... 9:30a.m. Sunday School.................................................................. 11:10a.m. Sunday Evening Service................................................... 6:30p.m. Pioneer Club (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday....................... 6:30 p.m. Peace Reformed Church 1 • between Caledonia & E Barner Free M-37 Middleville Sunday Worship Services....... 8:30 or 11:00, 6:00 E Children's Church/Youth Worship during morning Kmca; Caraway Si puppet ministry for K 4th during evening icrvtces Includes Adventure Club, Choirs for Children and Adults, High School Youth Group and Aduh (Taues Youth Fellowship - Sunday................................. 7:00 p.m. For information call: 891-8028 MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED ■ J 891-8119 St. Paul Lutheran | Kraft Ave. & 84th St., Caledonia, Mi (Missouri Synod) "Be devoted to one another in brotherly love." Rom. 12:10 708 West Main Street | j aI! First Service....................................... 8:30 a.m. Morning Worship Service............. 10:00 a m Sunday School................................... 9:45 a m Sunday School.........................................11:15a.m.(Fellowship Coffee 9:45 a.m. to 10:00 a m.) Evening Worship Service......................... 6:00p.m.Bible Classes.................................... 10:00 a.m. Second Service................................ 11:00 a m. YOU ARE INVITED (All Services have a Nursery available) Rev. Robert Gerke Rev Roger Timmerman, Pastor 795-3667 Office: 891-8688 Church. 891-9878 MIDDLEVILLE and PARMELEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES C 1 Sunday School....................................... 9:45-10:45 Wednesday Night "Family Night”....... 6:4541:15 E Prayer Meeting - Wednesday.............................. 7:00 p.m. RAY TOWNSEND, Pastor £ I1 1 C 1 ■ • Q GUN LAKE f COMMUNITY CHURCH E 12200 Chief Noonday Road (at Gun Lake; 1 111 Church Street Wayland, Michigan 49348 • 795-7903 fl Barrier Free / Programs for All Ages I . Parmelee Morning Worship................ 9:30 am Middleville Sunday School................. 9:45 am Middleville Worship........................... 11:00am Sunday Worship 10 00 «n wSk. Wednesday Rev. Lynn Wagner — 795-3798 Rev. Carroll Fowler — 765-5316 B Sunday School 11 H am ’Family Night 6(X)pm R 1K Church Office Phone — 795-9266 / ! CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST Church School................ 9:30 a.m. Choir Practice................ 9:30 a.m. Worship Service ............ 10:30 a.m. 250 Vine Street Church Office — 891-8669 Parsonage — 891-8167 Rev. Bobby Dale Whitlock “God Cares for You" <El[c (Did Wimr ^Hrtljodist (Church Cornerstone Wesleyan Church 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto, Michigan 49302 Meeting at the Comer of Wood School Rd. and Wing Rd. Services — Sunday School........... _............ 1000 am. Mommg Worship .............11i)0 am. Evening Worship................. 6.00 p.m. Pastor Jeffrey Lee Phone 795-7076 Sunday School............... 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship............ 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship......... :.... 6:00 p.m Wednesday Prayer Meeting/ Children's Classes........7.00 p.m. Royle Bailard, Pastor — 868-6437 — The Reorganized CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST K of Latter Day Saints | 8146 68th St ® j,■ I? near Whitneyville Ave. Church School, SundaY........................... 9:45 a.m. ■ MofTUn8 w<**h>P • 11 00 a m Evening Worship 6 00pm ■ B Wed Fellowship....... 7:30 p.m ■ (in homes or church) call Pastor Robert Loesch 698-6027 M E �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / December 20. 1994 I Page 5 Dixie Melody Boys to perform at Caledonia Christian church Rozell, Beggs exchange vows — Laurie J. Rozell and Rodney S. Beggs were united in marriage on August 27, 1994. The garden wedding was held at Historic Bowens Mill in Middleville, with Pastor F.L. Faber officiating. The soloists were Sonja Hammond and Barb Merlihan. The bride and her attendants arrived at the wedding in a horse drawn wagon where they were greeted by the groom’s attendants and the father of the bride. The bride is the daughter of Nancy and Michael Rozell of Caledonia. Sari Engman, friend of the bride, was the maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Becky Bowyer and Lisa Heintz, both cousins of the bride. Junior bridesmaid was Amanda Bowyer, cousin of the bride. Carrie Rozell. cousin of the bride, served as flower girl. The groom is the son of Marilyn and Greg Beggs of Caledonia. Cayd Ayers, friend of the groom, served as best man. Groomsmen included Brian Speck, friend of the groom, and Scott Riggs, cousin of the groom Junior gnximsmen was Curt Rozell, cousin of the bride. Mark Osgerby. friend of the bride, served as ringbearer. Lonnie Beggs and Dennis Rozell. brother of the couple, served as ushers for the occasion. The reception followed im­ mediately after the wedding, it was held at Yankee Springs Township Hall. The bride, groom, maid of honor, and best man arrived at the recep­ tion in the horse drawn wagon. Jan and Dave Rozell. and Laura and Clif Sage, aunts and uncles of the bride, were masters and mistresses of ceremonies. The newlyweds honey­ mooned in Northern Michigan They now reside in Middleville. The Dixie Melody Boys will appear in concert at 7:30 p.m. Saturday. Jan. 7. in the next installment of the Caledonia Christian Reform­ ed Church’s 1994-95 concert series. When the Dixie MelodyBoys won the Singing News Fan Award for "Favorite Newcomer-Group" in 1988. Ed O’Neal, who joined the group almost 30 years ago. had to be more than a little surprised. O’Neal joined the Dixie Melody Boys in 1961. and a couple of years later became the sole owner and manager. The group traveled and sang southern gospel music for 25 years until the mid-1980s. It was then that the Dixie Melody Boys charted a new course into Christian country music, a field which then was almost non-existent. The change in musical direction brought a change in name to the “DMB Band” and a change in recordings and personal appearances. In the middle of 1986. Ed felt the younger guys might to better without him on stage, so he left to manage the group from home and to run a small anti­ que shop. The struggle finally proved too much for the group so. in 1987, O’Neal had to take the entire group off the road. If the story had stopped there, it would have been a The Glory Clouds.’’ is sad ending for one of southern already heading in the same gospel music's most enduring direction When describing the new names. But the very next week group’s sound. Ed calls it. O’Neal was back on the road “Just a hard-driving southern with a reorganized Dixie gospel quartet. “He goes on Melody Boys, and things have to say. "I depend heavily on been better than anyone ever the vocals." and adds. “I expected. He put together the think we’ve got some of the new group with Derrick Boyd best vocals going." Perhaps the tnost ironic ele­ singing tenor. McCray Dove singing lead. Nathan Widener ment in this story of a group on baritone and bass guitar. reborn, is their success in Larry Delawder on harmonica reaching the age group they and percussion and. of course. had hoped to reach by chang­ ing musical direction. O’Neal singing bass. Ed elaborates. "In fact. I An important element that Ed credits w ith the success of believe we got more of a the group is the support given young following right now them by their record com­ than we did when I was trying to make it with the band I pany. Morning Star Records The Dixie Melody Boys have think that either southern recorded some 30 albums with gospel music is picking up hits inthe southern gospel field youth or something else is such as ‘He Came back.’’ happening, because we see it “Lord. Don't Move That in almost every concert " Tickets are $6 in advance Mountain." “Sending Up Some Boards" and "Antioch and $7 at the door. They are available through the Cutler Church Choir " Morning Star s radio pro­ ville Christian Bookstore and motion man. Dave Wilcox, Caledonia Professional Phar has brought them immediate macy, or by calling 891-8858 success of a kind the group or 795-9548 Proceeds will go to the has never quiet experienced Their first single for the label. church's building fund Caledonia Christian "Double Dose." became a top 5 hit on the national chart. Reformed Church is located at The new single from their M-37 anti IO(Xh Street in “Ridin’ High" album. “Ride Caledonia A Review: Christmas Eve > Services "Curtain Call for Clifford named big TK sucess! By Marta Blough We laughed until we cried the weekend of Dec. 2 and 3 when the talented cast and crew of this year's fall pro­ duction, “Curtain Call for Clifford," tread the boards al the Thornapple Kellogg High School auditorium. The play was a fast-paced feast for the audience, with immediate appeal, including witty dialog, likeable characters and visual gags that literally brought the play alive. Focusing on the theme of a play within a play. “Curtain Call for Clifford" drew the audience into the action from the very beginning by leading them in a cheer before the opening scene that featured a pep rally. From there au­ dience participation was automatic, as the laughs started coming and they never stopped, nor did the onstage Stop and see — your choice is clear. Richard J. Choryan, O.D. DOCTOR OF OPTOMETRY 133 E Main St., Caledonia, Ml 891-9224 action. It's hard to thmk of any one high point, as each actor and each setting and scene had so many. Casting for the play seemed perfect. The actors and ac­ tresses breathed such life into their parts that it hardly seem­ ed a high school production. The characters were well played and likeable, making the on-stage antics seem even more surprising, yet believable. The part of Clifford L. Mumford was played to perfection by sophomore thes­ pian Scott Evans. His transi­ tion from the nerdy high school student to the over­ confident Inspector Sherr­ ington was accomplished so smoothly, you fell in with all the imagined perils and pit­ falls of Clifford’s “life." We hope we will see much more of his talent in future productions. Senior Kelly Thaler as the attractive Donna Bratton truly was "the most popular girl in school. " Her interaction with Clifford and her bully boyfriend was true to life and she handled the part with a professional flair. “Biff’ Reese, popular jock hero, was played by junior Dw ight Wade. His confidence and characterization was so well played it made the chase scenes in the final act even more hilarious. It's hard to believe that this is his first real foray into the world of the theater We hope this won’t be his last The crusty Ms. Eda Troutliver was played so com­ pletely by junior Abby Labin that the audience found themselves drawn into her portrayal. We know that every teacher who has ever directed a student in any ac­ tivity could sympathize with her and even more, see the humor in it. Sophomore Ben Osborne, who played the absent-minded and unaware love interest in Eda's life, fellow teacher Mr. Harry DeWilde, brought the production a fresh look. Again a theatre novice, his ef­ forts are praiseworthy and we look forward to more. The cast was rounded out by the support of such talent as senior Mandy Townsend as Joyce, who kept the excitment going as she became the haughty Lady Blackborn. sophomore Jake Blough as Sidney, the consumate Englishman, Lord Blackborn; junior Mike Leedy as Andy, cast ham and perfect butler; and junior Ethan Buist, the seldom seen, but ever present Jerome the light man. Freshman Rachel Wade as the ditzy prop girl; senior Arnie Evans as the Ms. Troutliver wanna-be prompter and freshman Anne-Marie Hart as the butch stage hand each add­ ed their own special touches to make the show a treat. In fact, everyone got into the act with sight gags and slapstick, including extras Liz Panza, Tina Trudell. Michelle Butler. Josh Cnossen and Mike Vander Sloot. TK has always been known for the quality of its theatrical productions, and “Curtain Call for Clifford" is surely proof that it’s bound to continue. Of one thing you can be sure, if you missed “Curtain Call for Clifford," you miss­ ed one of Middleville’s best. ) December 24, 1994 6 PM & 11 PM Christmas Day Service December 25th 10:30 AM / Caledonia United X Methodist Church / Holy Family Catholic Church 9669 Kraft Avenue S.E. Caledonia, Ml 49316 • 891-9259 Communal Penance Service 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 21 Masses for Christmas SATURDAY, DEC. 24 CHRISTMAS EVE 4:00 p.m. Children’s Choir 6:00 p.m. Contemporary Choir 10:00 p.m. Adult Choir SUNDAY, DEC. 25 CHRISTMAS DAY 10:00 a.m. Congregational Singing 250 Vine Street For information call 891-8167 �Page 6 I The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml / December 20. 1994 New dental office opens in Caledonia Plaza bv Barbara Gat! Staff Writer Two dentists, who together represent 52 years of dental practice, have opened an of­ fice at 9958 Cherry Valley, just north of the hardware store in Caledonia Plaza Dr. Wayne Beld of Caledonia has lived and prac ticed dentistry in the Grand Rapids and Saranac areas since graduating from the University of Michigan. “That's with the exception of my years in the Navy, when I worked in Bremerton. Washington and Kodiak. Alaska." he added with a smile His associate. Dr. Thomas Pare, also is from the Grand Rapids area and a University of Michigan graduate He. too, so far has practiced mostly in the West Michigan area, but like Beld. had an in­ teresting military experience. However, he worked in the Southwest on a Navajo reser­ vation in Arizona. Now established in a new office at their Caledonia loca­ tion. the two doctors plan to offer complete family den­ tistry services, which will in­ clude dentures and relines, complete orthodontics, the jaw joint treatmem called TMJ (temporal mandibular joint) and cosmetic dentistry. * ‘Look-see'' appointments are welcome with no obligation. “We want people to feel they can come in and talk about their problems." said Pirc “We’ll be happy to take what we call a * look -see’ at their particular concerns.” The two established the new practice so they can spend maximum time with each pa­ ttern in a relaxed, comfortable environment “I got tired of running from operatory to operatory in an office with 15 staff." explain­ ed Pare. “I want to be able to spend more time with my patients " They plan to be on call 24 hours a day. seven days a week. The phone number for New Design Full Service Family Hair Styling Salon NEW! Casualwear NEW! & Sportswear TANNERS: 2 Booths & 2 Deluxe Beds Cwledeale VMe^e Center (M-37) • 891-9257 - As Always, Walk-ins Are Welcome — their service is 891-0004. For their patients conve­ nience. the doctors also offer the technology to handle all insurance claims and will set up financing for orthodontic work and all ixher services. They will be assisted by a staff of four, who are mostly from the CaledoniaMiddleville area Beld and Pare emphasized that they plan to return some of their fees to the community by supporting local projects. Though they just opened their doors Dec I5. they already have contributed to the Caledonia M>ddle School Heifer Project, in which a food-producing animal and training in its use and care is provided to an undernourish­ ed rural family somewhere in the world. “We hope to support other community projects in the future." Beld said. “We look forward to that participation." Beld and his wife. Jane, have two grown children. She is a nursing instructor at Grand Rapids Community College. Parc's wife. Janet, is a com­ mercial loan officer at FMB. They have four children The two doctors emphasiz­ ed that they will regard carefully each patient’s con­ cerns and needs. “That's kind of the philosophy’ at this office.” said Beld “We intend for each of our patients to have iMir undivided attention, and then we will thoroughly Thanks ...to these businesses and organizations for donating to the 1994 Caledonia Christmas Parade: Boomtown Sound & Video Snider Communications Inc. Briarwood Golf Club Professional Pharmacy Broadmoor Country Club Caledonia Auto Parts Rainbow’s End Creel's Automotive Caledonia Convenience Shop/Total Caledonia Farmers Elevator Co. Rite-A id Pharmacy Caledonia Marathon Mi-Jack Products, Inc. Caledonia Hardware Cherry Valley Cafe Country Town Floral DAW Food Center Ed’s Body Shop DeVries Insurance Sun Spa Tan & Tone Jim s Place Old Kent Bank Pagano s Sandi’s Diner Seif & Sons Chevrolet State Bank of Caledonia Stauffer & Wiggers Insurance Village Stylist Western Auto Caledonia Travel Country Turf Reody to serve the Caledonia-Middleville area at in their new Cherry Valley of­ fice are dentists Dr. Thomas Pare (left) and Dr. Wayne Beld. Their staff joins them in this photo. From the left are Sue Rolison, Bobbi jo Ellens, Jill Thomas and Jone Beld. discuss and plan the treatment of each individual. “We want (Mir patients to feel comfortable and confident " I Obituaries Mary K. Beadle MIDDLEVILLE - Mary K. Beadle, 45, of Middleville, passed away on Friday, December 16,1994 at Pennock Hospital in Hastings. She was born on June 26, 1949 in Hastings, the daughter of Albert E. and Genevieve (Porter) Frost. She was raised in Middleville and attended Thornapple Kellogg School, graduating in 1969. She was married to Charles W. Beadle on January 24,1987 at the Middleville United Methodist Church. Mrs. Beadle was a home­ maker, loved baking, crafts, writing poetry, collecting anti­ ques. She loved animals, expecially her Calico cats, but her true love was her husband, Charles, family, friends and all people. She was a member of the United Ostomy Association and president of the Local Chapter and was a Red Cross Volunteer. She was preceded in death by her parents, Albert and Geneieve Frost. Surviving are her husband, Charles W. Beadle; two sisters, Jacqueline Frost of Port Orange, Florida and Patricia (Stan) Hostetler of Caledonia; one brother, Tom (Marlene) Frost of Middleville; one special niece, Ambo- Frost of Middleville; two brothers-inlaw, Bob (Patricia) Beadle of Wyoming and Don (Norma) Beadle of Gibsonton, Florida; grandmother, Cornelia Ward of Zeeland, one special nephew, Jim Beadle of Holland. Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday morning at 1 LOO a.m. at the Beeler Funer­ al Chapel with Reverend Lynn Wagner officiating. Interment will be at Irving Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Grand Rapids Ostomy Association. Sylvia L. Ashbaugh MIDDLEVILLE - Sylvia L William D. Ashbaugh and Ashbaugh, 87, passed away on Albert M. Ashbaugh; nine Thursday, December 15,1994. grandchildren and four great­ She was bom on March 17, grandchildren. 1907 in Breckenridge City, Memorial Services were Missouri, the daughter of Bert held on Sunday at Alaska and Jessie (Bowers) Glick. Baptist Church. She was a Home Economist Arrangements were made for General Electric. by Caledonia Funeral Chapel. Survivors are her children, Paul F. BeuscheL CALEDONIA - Paul F. Beuschel, 54, passed away on Monday, December 12, 1994 at Butterworth Hospital. He was bom on February 3, 1940 in Grand Rapids, the son of Frederick J. and Ruth E. (Seelman) Beuschel. Mr. Beuschel was engaged in farming. He married Fran (Frank) Beuschel. Survivors include his wife, Fran; children, Paul, Jr., and Valerie Beuschel, Laurie and James Boboltz and Branda and William Amshey; grandchil­ dren, Gretchen, Heidi, Hillary and Lindsey Beuschel, Taylour and Wyatt Boboltz, Erin and Sean Smith, Kristina Amshey; parents, Fred and Ruth Beuschel; brothers and sisters, Doris and Larry Drake, Marilyn and Gary Brinks, Jim and Peggy Beuschel, Marlene and Tom Frost, Mike and Leslie Beuschel; mother-inlaw, Delores Schneider; sisters-in-law, Beverly McBride and Charlotte and Emmet Kadwell, Brothers-inlaw, Forrest and Sandra Frank, Terry and Sue Frank and George Frank, several nieces and nephews and friends. Funeral Services were held on Thursday at St. Paul Luthe­ ran Church with Pastor Robert A. Gerke officiating. Burial was at Hooker Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul Luthe­ ran Church Building Fund or the Wayland Area Emergency Medical Service. Arrangements were made by Caledonia Funeral Chapel. 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V2 RAINBOW’S END Yam, Craft and Variety Catalonia VHIaga Cantr. • ilfrltlliM REG HOURS Mon thru Fri 900 am to 8:00 pm, Sat 900 a m to 5:30 p.m. JI �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I December 20, 1994 / Page 7 Traveling mascot arrives for Christmas ‘Cally Kettle’ comes home for the holidays! by Barbara Gall Staff Writer After visiting 10 states and touung the Capitol, “Cally Kettle” was returned safely to her Kettle Lake Elementary home Thursday Just in time for the class Christmas party Her journey throughout the country was hardly of epic proportions, nor did she en­ dure great hardship, but her “adventure” did prove that politicians can be mce guys, too, even when their kindness probably won’t bring them a single vote. Kettle l>akc teacher Julie VanSickle’s students sent out the stuffed mouse to “tour” the country as a way of learn ing about other areas of the country. The idea, which was engineered by VanSickle’s student teacher, Terry Mor­ row of Delton, was that the kids would study whatever state Cally Kettle (named for both Caledonia and Kettle I^akc) was visiting Second District Con­ gressman Peter Hoekstra and his Washington staff uxik over the project, getting Cally to the Capitol, and arranging her travels around the country with other obliging congressmen Hoekstra and his staff set the lone for the educational aspect of Cally's tour by tak­ ing pictures of her visiting Washington landmarks. They also took the time to write up her “activities” in the travel journal included in in Cally s box. The class also had included a few items representing Michigan, and Cally’s hosts followed suit, adding items from their homes or political office. Hoekstra’s congressional colleagues who took Cally home u ith them also took the time to add to the journal, writing some droll accounts of Cally attending football games, working the crowd with the congressman and describing her sightseeing in very human terms. Cally, for instance, had to “bundle up” when she visited the chilly Atlantic coast. In all. the little mouse visited California, New York. Arizona. Iowa, Pennsylvania. New Jersey, New Hampshire. Illinois. Texas, Massachusetts and Delaware Her journal describes trips to both coasts, attending six football games and viewing such diverse sights as lighthouses, earthquake damage and the Midwest soy­ bean harvest. She met political leaders such as Senator Bob Dole and learned how political cam­ paigns are run She attended a real Texas barbeque and rodeo, inspected Edwards Air Force base and saw where Washington cross­ ed the Delaware. Ricky holds up Miss Colly after pinning on some of the souvenir buttons congressmen sent home with her. Excitement bubbles over among Julie VanSickle’s Kettle Lake students as Principal Jeff Warman carefully removes Miss Cally Kettle from her travel box. Miss Cally was returned safely to her home base Thursday. t < Kettle Lake teacher Julie VanSickle’s students sent out the stuffed mouse to ‘tour’ the country as a way of learning about other areas of the country. 55 1. Each year four million Americans depend on blood transfusions 2. The safeguards on the blood supply include conducting seven separate laboratory tests to screen out AIDS, hepatitis and other infectious agents.educating donors on transmissible diseases and encouraging at-nsk donors to disqualify themselves from giving blood 3 Blood banking is one of the most highly regulated areas in health care, governed by multiple federal and state rules, laws, policies and regulations 4 As an alternative to blood transfusions, tixiay a growing number of people benefit from autologous (self) transfusions 5 There is no risk of AIDS or other infectious diseases when blood is donated, as sterilized needles are never reused gg AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF BLOOD BANKS She attended a press con­ ference on the North American Free Trade Agreeement (NAFTA), and took in the symphony and a golf tournament. She went to school with one congressman’s children, and another wrote that Miss Cally wants to return to his home state to learn to ski. The congressmen and their staffs also added to Cally’s travel box some maps, guide books, photos, articles, and souvenirs, like a Coke bottle from the Dallas Cowboys football game she attended. Kettle Lake Principal Jeff Worman personally delivered the unopened decorated box to VanSickle’s room, and the students could hardly wait to see if she was “in there” and what had been added to the box Miss Cally, who arrived looking none the worse for ift Sale First Alert Carbon Monoxide Handy Temp' Indoor & Outdoor 1/2 HP. Chain Drive Detector Thermometer Garage Door Opener 166” 39” 12-0*075 PACO CAROL ubjukom See Mascot, Page 8 7-1/4-In. Professional Extension Cords Circular Saw I ]49 I I i ThaJOta- 6-Ft. Household with FREE Case Wrap ’N Craft" Box 137’- 14” Aosuta 500 to 1500-Watts 10-In. Motorized Disc Furnace Bench Saw Qatnfr Tuff Lite® with Two “0” Batteries I 59". 169” «. The students who sent Miss Colly on her tour pose with the little mouse ond some of the information that was sent back to Caledonia with her. From the left are Ricky Fuller, Jacob Veneklase Nate Nanninga Jennifer SArver Danielle Farr ond Amber Nanninga. DURKEELUMBER 7/ It’s Lumber, Call Our Number ALTO, Ml 8686026 ®E OK CREDIT I I I I I I I 1 I * I V * I I I I Ail Items Are Cash & Carry �Page 8 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I December 20, 1994 Heather Van Enk receives DAR Good Citizen award MASCOT from page 7 her three-month journey, was eagerly passed around and the contents of the box inspected The students then figured out exabtiy where Miss Cally had visited before celebrating her return as part of their class Christmas party VanSickle and Morrow were elated with the success of their little project. “We have enough for lesson plans for the rest of the year." rejoiced Morrow as she looked through the journal and all the information sent home with Miss Cally. Morrow had even more reason to celebrate, as she received her degree from West Michigan University Saturday. She modeled her mortarboard and gown for her package here for Mrs. VanSickles class’’ Kettle Lake Principal Jeff Wormon delivers a familiar­ looking traveling box. students, who then surprised her with a hand-decorated tote full of little presents a teacher would need, like a coffee mug and stickers. The best news of all is that Miss Cally will keep on touring. Morrow’s grandmother wants to take Cally to Florida with her and keep the odyssey going Will Miss Cally get sun­ burned? Will Disney Studios want the rights to make a story of Miss Cally's “incredible journey9” Move over. Lassie. The students also surprised their student teacher, Terry Morrow, with some graduation presents. Mor­ row received her college degree Saturday. Classic Carpet Care The Michigan Good Citizen winner then will compete with the winners from other states for seven Divisional Awards of $250 each. From these, three National Good Citizens will be chosen, with secondand third-place winners receiving $2,000 and $1,000 (Free Estimates) Personally owned and Operated In Business 10 Years Call Today: (616) 891-7231 scholarships, respectively. The National Good Citizen will be presented in April to Continental Congress, Washington D.C. to be awarded a silver Paul Revere bowl and a $5,000 scholarship. nominated because of her academic achievement in writing. “In composition class, sheis concerned about the quality of her written assignments and is creative in her approach to various topics,” school officials said. “Other students see her as a leader in group projects and explain that she is the one to whom others go if they have problems or suggestions. A story in last week’s Sun & News about the Girl Scouts’ “Giving Warmth Tree’’ con­ tained some incorrect infor­ mation. The tree is located in the entry way at the Caledonia State Bank until Dec. 24 and a cardboard “mitt’’ will be at Pastoor’s in Middleville bet­ ween now and Jan. 3. Dry Cleaning • Extraction Residential • Commercial Upholstery Heather Van Enk was selected the Caledonia High School nominee in the nationwide DAR Good Citizen Contest. Every Good Citizen winner will receive a pin and cer­ tificate from the sponsoring chapter. Heather’s award is spon­ sored by the Sophie de Marsac Campau Chapter of the DAR of Michigan. Amy Ybema selected Rotary’s ‘Student of the Month’ Correction — Reasonable • Prompt • Professional Doug DeKruyter Caledonia High School senior Heather Van Enk is eligible for state and national scholarships after being chosen the school’s represen­ tative in the annual Daughters of the American Revolution Good Citizen Contest. The CHS staff selected Heather based on the DAR's established criteria of leader­ ship. dependability, service and patriotism To compete then for state honors, she had to complete the Good Citizen question­ naire. write an essay and sub­ mit a transcript of her grades and a letter of recommendation. Ten finalists from throughout the state will be chosen by a panel of judges, none of whom are DAR members. The state winner will receive a $500 award, with the second-place entry winner receiving $150 and the other eight runners-up each receiv­ ing $75. Mrs. Rounds, secretary, describes her as “responsible and mature in her actions,” as a student assistant in the high school office. Tom Fletke, golf coach, boasts that she is now the top golfer with an average of 43.6 and with the honors of first team all­ conference in 1993 and 1994 Ferris State professional golf management is one possibility as her career choice after graduation. In loving memory of our son and brother... GYMNASTICS IN MOTION New Session starting... Monday, Jan. 2nd New! Mommy & Me Class and Adult Classes We offer classes for al! ages and levels: preschool, beginner, intermediate and advanced We also have a girls and boys USGF competition team. 3207 M-37, Middleville Call 795-7620 or 795-3410 PRESCHOOLERS WELCOME THE GYM Amy Ybema Senior Amy Ybema, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Ybema of Middleville, was chosen as the Rotary Student of the Month” for November at Thornapple Kellogg High School. She was specifically Pelons’ to celebrate 25 years Cathy Moma. the owner, is very excited and motivated to make this the best club in the area Classes are held Mon thru Thurs and Sat morn­ ings Kids, we also have hours available to rent the gym for that special party Eric DeGroote J who went to live with his Lord Dec. 19, 1991 at age 14. Dec 20th will mark 25 years for Bruce H Pelon and Jenneane Jacoby Pelon. Both are graduate^ of Western Michigan University and reside at 3416 Misty wood in Caledonia. Jeanneane is a 1967 graduate from Hastings High School and works for Caledonia Comm. Schools. Bruce is a 1965 graduate of Wyoming Park High School and is the Director of Marketing at Amway Cor­ poration. They have one daughter. Holly, who is a sophomore al Hope College. Remembering you with “cherished" memories and anticipation of hugging you again. Love Mom. Dad. Lynnette. Chris & Stephanie Jett & Carmen * VCR 4 VCR Cleaning Repair 4 * * • FREE Estimates • Fast Service • Convenient Hours ** s15 I 4 Star Video : > ♦ 114 Maple St. Delton, Ml. 4695 M-37 Middleville, Ml. + * * 616-623-5777 616-795^2225 * < Hours: Sunday thru Thursday 11 am to 9 p.m. Friday & Saturday 11 am. to 10 p.m. < �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / December 20. 1994 / Page 9 Caledonia Rent-All moves to new improved facility to the customer s home or business to be poured “Most cement places don't want to deal in small quan­ tities. but for home improve­ ment projects and things like that, a person doesn’t need a huge batch of cement." he explained. The Purdys also would like to add another Bobcat, another tractor loader and more yard equipment to their rental supply They already have on hand a wide range of products, in­ cluding home improvement tools such as ladders, floor equipment, saws, carpet and tile tools, chain saws, roofing equipment and drywall lifts. For those who heat with Caledonia Rent-All is now located in this new building, just a few doors north of its former M-37 location. wood, they have a wood splitter. Other products available to rent range from a Kubota trac­ tor to party canopies and cof­ fee pots Need tables and chairs for your open house or reception, a helium tank to blow up those balloons? Carpet cleaners? Or. if you need a tool or a piece of equipment just for a day or two. the Purdys could very well have it in stock and Tom ond Marlene Purdy, owners of Caledonia Rent-All are ready to greet customers in their new facility. by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Tom and Marlene Purdy haven’t moved their Caledonia Rent-All business very far. Their new building, at 9800 Cherry Valley, is just two doors north of the former location. The Purdys. however, are pleased to be in their new facility, which provides them a larger display area, a plea sant office space and plenty of room for expansion “Well be able to offer customers more items in our showroom, and with a 2.5-acre lot, we now have more outside storage room," explained lorn Purdy. “Also it will be easier for our customers to pick up and return the rentals because we have the site all to ourselves. At our old location, there was another business on the pro­ perty. We also now have a larger parking area for customers." The Purdys just moved into the new building Dec. 4 and pointed out they still have work to do before everything is arranged the way they have planned. Despite the work still ahead, they already are talk­ ing about the items they want to add to their inventory. Tom Purdy said he’s had customers ask him if he could get a mini-cement batch plant, where customers could order a batch of cement for just a small project. The cement would be mixed at the store, then transported TK Bulletin Board Calendar of Events Dec. 20-21 —-H.S. Holiday Week noon time activities spon­ sored by the Student Council to raise money for the needy. An assembly on the 21st to finalize all these events. Dec. 20 — Christmas parties at all three elementaries. M.S. student council has a special day for middle schoolers, go roller skating or go to a show! (Shows offered: “The Lions King" rated G or "The Santa Claus” rated PG). Dec. 21 — Half day of school, dismiss at 10:45 for M.S. and H.S. H.S. runs hours 5, 6, 7. Dismissal for elementaries at noon, sack lunch offered at McFall and West. Blue jean and/or holiday colors day at Page. Dec. 22-Jan. 2 — Christmas break. Jan. 3, 1995 — School resumes (Tuesday). Jan. 5 — Immunization Clinic for all needing updated im­ munization. 2:15-4:00. l>ooking ahead... Jan. 10 — P.E.T. meeting, 9:30 a m. at McFall Jan. 30 — P E P. Meeting. 7:00 p.m. at the M.S. library. April 3-7 — Spring break Page — Congratulations to the Page All-Stars for November! They’ve proved themselves to be good citizens: Amber Porrit. Chris Jensen. Chad Baragar. Cary Middlebush. Shanna Owen, Scott Richter. Lacey Patterson. Billy Huff. Justin VanSpronsen. Desirae Henning. Jeremy Barber. Melisa Potts. Rod Frazer. Angie Feirick, Raymon Galle, Laura Weingartz. Jill Huber. Chris George. Man Erb. Natalie Hagle. Amy Whipple. Ashley Crisher. Jeremy Chavis. Stephanie DeVries. Trisha Strouse. Dan Van Veghel. Brett Vernon. Samantha Harthy, David Seeley. Kelly Sholty. Aaron Porrrtt and Barb Blain | May The Holidays Bring You The Warmth Of Friends & Joys Of Family Happy Birthday | I RALPH NEWTON | — December 24th — g & Love from your family .4 Safe and sound since 1886 ready to use. To reserve rental items, customers can call Caledonia Rent-All at 891-0050. Business hours are from 8 a m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday. �Page 10 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / December 20, 1994 Donations provide pony plus ride-a-thon award Caledonia AMBUCS buys pony for Kent Special Riding Program by Barbara Gall . Staff Writer This winter season has brought exciting news to the Caledonia-based Kent Special Riding Program. First, the KSRP took first place and won a $200 prize in the North American Riding for the Handicapped Associa­ tion National Rideathon Con­ test Nov. 9-13 in Chicago Even more exciting for KSRP volunteers, however, was the news that the Caledonia AMBUCS were going purchase a Haflinger pony for the program, ending Caledonia AMBUCS President Don Apsey officially presents a Haflinger pony to Kent Special Riding Pro­ gram Coordinator Lynn Schumacher. its two-year search for one of the versatile and gentle little horses. The AMBUCS officially presented eight-year-old Boe' to Program Coordinator Lynn Schumacher Dec. 2 with Buc's former owners. Kathy and Lisa Heintz of Wayland on hand. “His original nickname was ’Slosh.”’ said Schumacher, “but we renamed him Buc' as a wav to thank the AMBUCS.” She explained that the Hafl­ inger breed, which originated in Austria, is ideal for the KSRP. which provides therapy through horseback riding for physically, mentally and emotionally impaired children and adults in Kent County. “These ponies are small, but very strong and noted for their exceptional temperament and easy walking gait.” Schumacher said. "Their size makes them ideal for our program, where we have side walkers' who need to be able to reach over to each rider. Their strength can accommodate an adult rider, or. when needed, a ‘back rider’ who sits behind a rider unable to sit up alone. The Kent Special Riding Program earned top honors in this year's National RideA-Thon to benefit handicapped riding programs. KSRP Coordinator Lynn Schumacher and volunteer Gail Ayres-Roderick are shown with the plaque awarded the program. “They're built like a small draft horse, with that same gentle, kind disposition.” Schumacher said that the Caledonia AMBUCS has donated something every year to KSRP. and this year decid­ ed to present the pony. This particular Haflinger is “very well-rounded,” Schumacher said. He has been shown in the ring and trained to pull a cart. He also has been ridden in parades and is used to crowds, she pointed out. The KSRP is based at the Schumachers' Caledonia farm, where all of the pro­ gram’s horses are stabled near the riders’ practice ring. Begun in 1976, KSRP has served more than 5.000 riders as the 4-H Horseback Riding for the Handicapped program in Kent County. Originally operated at the Kentree Stables, the program has been located full time at the Schumachers’ for the last 16 years. The program is run entirely by volunteers, with only the riding instructors and class aides receiving any pay. It is funded through donations, like the AMBUCS. and through the annual Benefit Ride-A-Thon. which this year netted KSRP $34,300. The ride-a-thon is the major fund-raising effort for the pro­ gram and it is used to cover operating expenses and to buy new equipment and maintain or expand its facilities. This year. 41 volunteer workers and 352 riders raised the $34,300, to earn the distinction of being the largest single 4-H fund-raising event in the state. Sandy Scott was the High Pledge winner for the eighth time, ringing in $3,186. The Schumachers earned the High Pledge Family Award with $1,091 in pledges and the Stablemates 4-H Club donated $1,895 in pledges for the award in the club category Sandy's Club brought $4,693 for the honors in the Non-4-H Club category Schumacher said that the KSRP program "just keeps growing.” with adults anil youngsters coming from all over the county to benefit from learning to rale. “We do need volunteers who can donate a few hours a week, especially during the day.” Schumacher said. “It's wonderfully satisfying to see how much the riders en­ joy the experience.” She said that while some ex­ perience with horses is helpful, volunteers do not have to be expert rulers, nor do they necessarily have to know a lot about horses Anyone interested in learn­ ing more about the program, or who might be interested in volunteering, should call 891-8066 or 891-8243. ’Buc,' an eight-year-old Haflinger pony, poses with his past and present owners. Purchased by the Caledonia AMBUCS for the Kent Special Riding Pro­ gram, he was raised and shown by Kathy and Lisa Heintz of Wayland. Pictured with Buc' are KSRP Coordinator Lynn Schumacher, Kathy and Liso and AMBUCS President Don Apsey. MIDDLEVILLE HOUSING COMMISSION Village of Middleville, County of Barry Public Notice is hereby given that on Thursday, January 5, 1995 at 4:30PM the Middleville Housing Commission will hold a Public Hearing at Lincoln Meadow Apartments, 500 Lincoln Street, Middleville, Ml to take comments in order to establish Local Preferences that resoond to local housing needs and oriorities. This hearing is being held to meet the Statutory Provisions for the adoption of Local Preferences as published in the Final Rule dated August 17, 1994 Section 960.211(b) (2) (1) for Public Housing, effective January 18, 1995. The current Preferences are on file and may be examined at the General Office of Lincoln Meadow Apartments, 500 Lincoln Street. Middleville, Michigan. All interested persons may attend the Public Hearing and be heard with regard to the proposed Local Preferences. Dated: December 20, 1994 Middleville Housing Commission Village of Middleville (io4> Senior party tickets good stocking staffers! Tickets to the Thornapple Kellogg senior graduation party are on sale now for $25 each. Parent Louann Oaks laughs as three seniors, (from left) Melanie Johnston, Thiago Moreira, and Christina Oaks give the hint that they'd like tickets for Christmas. They are being sold at the high school during lunch hours or call Sonya Clinton at 795-7213. STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY Call us for a quote for all of your insurance needs. • Auto • Life • Health Home • Business • Investment Caledonia Village Centre 9365 Cherry Valley Avenue Caledonia, Ml 49316 891-9294 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I December 20. 1994 / Page 11 Violations punishable by tickets, fines Caledonia Village Council OKs civil infractions ordinance Members of Junior Troop 913 of the Cherry Valley Girl Scouts pose with the 'giving tree they put up in the Caledonia Middle School media center. Students and staff decorated the tree with hats and mittens for the needy. Standing is Megan Luetkemeyer, with Ashley Kooimon and Shannon Maxim kneeling in front of her. Seated, from the left, are Michelle VanTil, Amber Lybierlein. Melanie Smith and Kira Donnell. Scouts collect gloves and hats for needy families As part of the Cherry Valley Neighborhood’s “Giv- Put Your Confidence In Our Mobile Home Insurance. ing Warmth Project,” members of Junior Girl Scout Troop 913 set up a "giving tree" in the Caledonia Middle School media center. Staff and students brought in more than 45 stocking caps, sets of gloves and even long Class II infractions include by Barbara Gail code violations in such areas ' Staff Writer as swimming pools, streets In an effort to make certain and driveways, trees and code violations easier and less shrubs, signs and canopies costly to enforce, the and the Village Building Caledonia Village Council last Code week approved a new civil in­ Violations in this category fractions ordinance. will be subject to a fine of not This law outlines certain less than $50 and not more code violations that now will than $100 for the first offense, be punishable through a and not less than $75 and not ticketing and fining system more than $150 for a subse­ rather than by legal action in quent offense, in addition to court. costs and damages The Village Council presi­ Class III includes the most dent was given the authority serious infractions, such as to issue the tickets, but a those that violate the code in policy decision by the council the licensing of businesses provides that the president and not complying with will consult with the village regulations for dangerous clerk before issuing a citation. structures, restaurants and the in the absence of the clerk, Subdivision Control the council president should Ordinance. consult with any other council These are punishable by member before issuing a fines of not less than $250 nor citation. more than $2,500 for the first The council agreed the or­ offense, and not less than dinance should include three $500 nor more than $5,000 classes of infractions, based for a subsequent offense. on the seriousness of the The ordinance also states violation. The fines will be in­ that any other violation of a creased as the class of infracprovision of the Caledonia tions becomes more Code shall be a misdemeanor, significant. punishable by a fine of not In each class, fines have more than $500 and costs of been set for the first offense prosecution, or by imprison­ and for repeat offenses. ment of not more than 90 The infractions in Class I days, or both. include such areas as house Council then approved an numbering, odd-even park­ amendment to its zoning or­ ing, parades, garbage, dinance to provide for civil in­ charitable solicitations, snow fraction penalties as specified removal, animal control and in the Civil Infractions littering. Ordinance. The penalty for a first of­ Both ordinances and the fense of a Class I infraction is policy resolution were ap­ a fine of $15, with $50 set for proved by all council a subsequent offense, in addi­ members except Trustee Dan tion to all costs, damages and Erskine. expenses provided by law. 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TO THE RESIDENTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS OF YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP, BARRY COUNTY, Ml AND OTHER INTERESTED PERSONS: NOTICE of MEETING Please take notice the Yankee Springs Township Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a meeting Tuesday, January 3, 1995 at 7:30 p.m. at the Township Hall, 284 N. Briggs Rd., Middleville, Ml to hear the following variance request: A request by Cart and Patricia Wolowicz to vary a side lot set back for the construction of a new garage to be located at 11635 Cobb Lake Road. Middleville. Ml 49333. Material pertaining to the above subject may be examined at the Township Hall during regular office hours. Yankee Springs Township will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids or ser­ vices, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audiotapes of printed material being con­ sidered at the hearing, on five days notice to the Yankee Springs Township Clerk. Harvey E. VanderBee Clerk Phone. 795-9091_______________ —i Absent for the vote was Council President Glen Klaver. In other business, the council: — Passed unanimously a new ordinance recommended by the Planning Commission to allow regulated off-site parking as a special use in the commercial and light in­ dustrial zoning districts. — Awarded this year’s snow removal contract to Vince Fischer. — Agreed to donate $100 to this year’s Santa parade. Council also heard reports on the progress at several ongoing projects, including: — The Glen Valley Estates project on M-37, which was reported "in good shape’’ by Village Engineer Lou VanLierc. — The new wastewater treatment plant, which will serve the village and a portion of Caledonia Township Engineer Randy Wilcox said the plant should be operata tional by the end of December, with the entire sewer project so far coming in on budget — The new water tower, which initially will sene Glen Valley Estates and the new Caledonia Middle School. Village DPW Employee Buff Rodgers said he hopes the tank will be “on line’’ by the first of the year. Trustee Susan Berencsi and Caledonia Librarian Jane Heiss reported that the Caledonia Library Board has formed a committee to in­ vestigate possibilities tor a new library building 476 Brentwood Drive in the New section of Cider Mill Village Stop in and see our exciting new models. Merry Christmas! Call Sandra at... 795-7900 for details *4dIT® true value l3W£> homes In Cider Mill Village A Community of Carefree Manufactured Homes Private Property Land Home Financing Available 476 BRIARWOOD DRIVE - MIDDLEVILLE CIDER MILL VILLAGE • 795-6006 �Page 12 I The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml I December 20. 1994 Thornapple Kellogg Middle School Students of the Month 3AC* Laa ua 1 TKMS seventh grade students honored ore (front, from left) Brian Bishop. Lisa Brock, Rachel Clouse, and Amy Eggleston; and (back, from left) Amber Harthy, Breyne Middleton, Laura Newton, Joshua Strait, and Amanda Swain. Not in the picture are Douglas Blocksma, Rebecca Nicholson, and Mariana Slachter. Sixth grade students of the month for November at Thornapple Kellogg Middle School are (front, from left) Eric Aten, Daniel Brinks, Jocob DeBloay, and Angelo Gerhart; and (back, from left) Aleshia Hoselden, Brandon McGillicuddy, Amber Morgan, and Michael Syswerdo. Inset picture is Andreo Berkimer. Those not pictured are Lisa Belson, Dawn Jennings, Kevin McClure, and Erin Palmer. 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The library announces its winter break hours: Dec. 22, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 6 to 8:30 p.m. , Dec. 27. 9 a m. to 3 p.m. and 6 to 8:30 p.m.; Dec. 28, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; and Dec. 29, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 6 to 8:30 p.m. Regular library hours will resume Jan. 3, 1995. HRTAM9 November students of the month in the eighth grade are (front, from left) Lisa Boersma, Michael Byars, and Craig Jenkins; and (back, from left) Jason McDiarmid, Scott Ploeg, Paul Wade, Jessica Weeks, and Cody Yoder. Not pictured are Ryan Craven, Holly DeVries, Jennifer Laansma, Travis Martin, Melanie Meekhof, Lizbeth Runals, and Ronald Strouse. Santa visits Caledonia Community Ed Family Night by Barbara Gall Staff Writer More than 100 kids and their parents braved fog and rain Friday evening to turn out for Caledonia Community Education's annual "Dinner With Santa. ” The jolly old elf arrived during the pizza dinner served in the Caledonia High School cafeteria, and kids of all ages lined up to confide their Christmas wishes, get their pictures taken and receive a candy cane. After dinne'. the families moved over to the CHS Per­ forming Arts Center to watch the Kidstuff Theater of Battle Creek present the play “All 1 Want for Christmas ” This is the third year Com­ munity Ed has sponsored Dinner With Santa. ” and the staff hopes to make the even­ ing an traditional event in Caledonia 'Ummmm, well, what I want for Christmas is...' Kymberly Smith, 7, thinks a mo­ ment to moke sure she has told Santa all her Christmas wishes. She and other Caledonia kids pvt in their requests during Caledonia Community Education's 'Dinner With Santa,' held Friday. �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml I December 20. 1994 I Page 13 Bill Robertson extends public service to council post Caledonia trustee aims to improve communication by Barbara (jail Staff Writer Bill Robertson has some new targets in his sights, and be doesn’t often miss The 16-Yard Class B World Champion of the Amateur Trap Shooting Association, he’s now aiming to help his hometown just keep getting better Robertson, a lifelong village resident, is the newest member of the Caledonia Village Council. He was ap­ pointed last month to fill the vacancy created when Trustee Paula Moerland resigned because she was moving out of town Community service is nothing new to Robertson, who is a 30- year member of Thornapple Twp. considers civil infraction ordinance asked to comply. If they by Margaret Fowler don’t, they will have a penal­ Staff Writer ty,” he said. Certain ordinance violations “But. the violation will not are on the way to becoming be considered criminal. ” decriminalized in Thomapple Once the board’s questions Township. are answered by the attorney, The Township Board has it will be voted on. been working on a municipal In other business last week, civil infraction amendment the Township Board: that would put some ordinance — Concurred with the violations into that category. recommendation of the Plann­ At last Monday night’s ing Commission to deny meeting, township officials rezoning of property at the decided to wait one more north end of the township on month before possible adop­ M-37. tion of the amendment. The request was to change it Such violations as having from agricultural-residential junk cars or trash on property, to commericial to allow for or violating the burning or­ the building of a John Deere dinance would become civil Farm Implements dealership. rather than criminal offenses. — Approved budget Township officials would amendments to adjust areas enforce the ordinance and that were either under or over assign penalties in the form of budget, staying within the fees and cleaning up any yearly budgets set for the violations. general, fire and ambulance The structure of the fee funds. schedule was one area that the — Appointed Martin Township Board was unsure Wenger. Jack Spencer, and of. They postponed a vote un­ Steven Hauberger to the til the township attorney could Board of Review for two-year be consulted. terms beginning Jan. 1, 1995. This change in handling or­ — Accepted the resignation dinance violations has come of Dick Thompson from the up because of recent state Zoning Board of Appeals. legislation allowing Wes VanRhee was appointed municipalities to control cer­ as the representative of the tain areas. planning commission to fill “It makes it a little the term that ends in smoother for local September 1996. municipalities to handle these — Appointed Rex Schad to kinds of violations. ” said Don the Planning Commission as Boy son. township supervisor. of Jan I, 1995. He fills the “This way when an infraction vacancy from the resignation is found, that person will be of Bill Getty. SYNOPSIS • YANKEE SPRINGS TOWNSHIP BOARD MEETING December 8 1994 Meeting colled to order by London All members present 19 visitors. Minutes of Nov 10 approved Finonciol Report presented and approved. Water Report and Road Com­ mission Report presented for information Attendance at 42nd Annual Ed Conf, approved for in­ terested Board members Alley infringement by Powers tabled until next meeting. PCI Contract tabled until next sene Glen Valley Estates on M-37 and the new middle school. “It's good they paid the money to upsize the pipes and the tower so some day the village can be served by that system.” he said. “It's better to buy in now than wait a few years when it will cost a lot more.” Robertson said he also would like to see village ser­ vices upgraded and its or­ dinances enforced. “For instance, maybe we could have a crew that makes sure all our sidewalks get shoveled. If a resident goes away for the winter or is elderly or sick, there would be someone from the village to call to get the walks cleared. “I do feel we should en­ force our ordinances so that the town does not deteriorate. We need to follow up when Caledonia's volunteer fire department and a member of the Board of Trustees of the Caledonia United Methodist Church. Until his appointment to the council, he also served on the Village Zoning Board of Appeals. He said he first considered trying for a council seat dur­ ing the recent campaign to dissolve the village govern­ ment and merge its functions with Caledonia Township “1 think I found out then the importance of good com­ munication within the village.” he said. “There was some factual information go­ ing around, but there also was a lot of miscommunication and hearsay. “I believe that the village meeting. Noise Control and Public Nuisance Ordinance — next meeting. Kreple property split appro* ed os recommended by Planning Commission Minutes of Sept. 8 Item 20 add according to Zoning Ord Payables presented ond approved Clerk s Report presented Meeting odfourned at 9:57 p.m. Harvey E. Vander Bee Clerk (102) Bill Robertson is the newest member of the Caledonia Village Council. need to be sure we're has a place. It has always been here and it should remain available to answer them. That ’s probably the best way here. I thought that by being on the council I could help to be sure people have the facts.” with the communication pro­ Robertson said that he also blem; I’d like to help dispel is interested in seeing public some of those rumors. ” Robertson said that while water eventually brought to one-on-one discussions are the village. “I’m concerned because probably the most important ways council members can there are a number of wells in communicate with their town which do not have good residents, accurate informa­ water, and also I want to be tion also should be relayed to sure we have adequate water the people through the for fire protection.” he said. He said he thinks the newspapers and the local ac­ Village Council has done the cess television channel. ‘ But if people have ques­ proper thing in buying into the tions, all of us on the council water system that initially will there's junk in a yard, for instance. “This is our residence, and it shouldn't be trashed. But if we can work with people and not have to cite them, it sure would be better for all con­ cerned. Nobody likes to be hard nosed to his neighbor, but with our ordinances, we can be if we have to.” Robertson, who lives at 126 Casey Court, said that besides trap shooting, he also enjoys traveling and has visited Canada and all 50 states ex­ cept New Mexico and Arizona. He was sworn into office in November, and now is learn mg the details of all the pro­ jects going on in the village “There's a lot to learn, but I'm going to do my best at this. I’m really interested in seeing the town stay a quality area.” Christmas to all... from Ed and the guys. S' ' I ED ’S BODY SHOP 110 Johnson Street at Klnaley one block off Main St In Downtown Caledonia (616)891-0150 W» want to Ao row "RRO" JAop. worttne trttlt tf* PROS •<"c« »M» f* Saturday, December 24 • 11:00 p.m. Christmas Eve Candlelight Service A Community tradition continues! This moving service will touch the hearts of all ages. Inspiring music, choirs, soaring vocals and instrumenal ensembles and, of course, the lighting of the candles.__________ Sunday, December 25 • 10:00 a.m. (only one service on Christmas morning) Christmas Day Worship A reflective and festive way to celebrate Christmas, together. Carol singing, girls ensemble, inspirational soloist. sure to make these services an integral part of your Christmas celebration._____ -K ★ ★ From your friends at: ★ ★ Gun Lake Community Church ★ 12200 Chief Noonday Road (1/2 mile East of Patterson) ★ ★ (616) 795-7903 The gift of love, the hope of peace, the joy of life in Christ. * ★ ★ �Page 14 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I December 20, 1994 Spirit of giving is alive in Thornapple Kellogg kids The second grode closs of Susan Sondwick at McFall Elementary collected enough money to get all of these toys for the Toys for Tots program. The seventh and eighth grade class officers at the Thornapple Kellogg Middle School initiated a change drive for the whole school. They raised about $800 that will go to Toys for Tots and Meals on Wheels. b> Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Students at the Thomappie Kellogg schools in Mid­ dleville are in the spirit of giv­ ing this holiday season Several groups of students have raised money, collected food items, and contributed toward making Christmas a little merrier for those in need. Age doesn't seem to matter since the contagious attitude spans all levels from kindergarten to senior high. A portion of that giving spirit is reflected in these photos. The TK high schoolers continued to collect money this week. Junior Courtney DeHaan (from left) in­ dicates this jar will have the most. Senior Arnie Evans believes the senior class always comes out on top. Sophomore Megan Roon believes that class will be the tops while freshman Lindsey Bremer says power to the freshman. Money collected goes to TK holiday baskets, United Way, and Love Inc. Last year, the high school raised about $2,500 for charity. One needy family with mom and four kids will have a bountiful holiday thanks to the elementary kids who ride bus 15 driven by Marla Bierens. They collected a bunch of food and an anonymous donor is getting presents for the four kids. Students in Jodie Elies second grade class also collected for Toys for Tots. They show just how much could be bought with the donations. | Party Goods for the Holidays | • Tables (6 to 8 Ft.) • Folding Chairs • Coffee Maker (55 8c 100 Cup) • Chafing Dishes y • Thermo Servers • Beverage Containers • Keg Coolers U Thinking About Some Home Improvement after the Holidays? MM • OLIVER • FORD • NEW HOLLAND WHITE TRACTORS ■ PLANTERS ATTENTION FARMERS: • Hand Tools • Power Tools • Saws • Sanders • Painting Equipment • Wallpaper Steamer • Compressors • Nailers • Carpet Tools • Tile Tools Call now and schedule your tractor and/or farm equipment for our special winter program. 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Guest* Margaret Fowler from the Sun and New*, Jon raymond. Don Rudd Mark Schmidt and several Village residents Minutes of the November 7. 1994 meeting were approved as read with the correction of 640 Arlington Street should be 640 Arlington Court. Agenda approved as presented. Mark lee, P.E from Prein and Newhof updated Council on Wastewater Treatment Plant progress and asking for op provol of change order No. 2 for Wastewater System im­ provements Discussion held troy moved that Council op prove the change order in the amount of $4,632.00 for Wastewater System im­ provements presented by Prein and Newhof Support by Schellinger Ayes all. Carried lettr of resignation from Housing Commissioner Rev. Roger Timmerman was reod Council accepts Rev. Timmer­ man's resignation with regret. Schellinger moved that Coun­ cil requst the Planning Commis­ sion review the Master Plan con­ cerning 640 Arlington Court and report bock to Council Support by Bray. Ayes all. Carried. Schellinger moved the printed bills in the amount of $13 513.96 be paid Support by VandenBerg Ayes all Carried. Trustee French updated Coun­ cil on a Municipal league meeting be attended Discussion held on decorating Council chambers with historic pictures of Middleville Council members all in agreement of decorating Council chambers with the pictures Manager Monshum and Coun­ cil reviewed the Managers report Manager Monshum presented to Council the 1994 village budget Grover lethcoe and Council discussed Garage Sale signs. Mr. Grover lethcoe is in favor of garage sale signs Committee is still working on the displaying of garage sale signs in the Village President Myers colled for a 5 minute recess before discussion the 1994 budget Council and Manager Mon­ shum discussed the Village Budget of 1994 With no further business. Schellinger moved for od|Ournment. Support by VandenBerg Ayes all. Carried Meeting ad lourned at 8:47 p.m. Cheryl Hooper. Village Clerk (100) — SUMMARY OF MINUTES — VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA December 12, 1994 The regular meeting of the Caledonia Village Council was called to order by the Vice Presi­ dent All members were present except Klover Several guests were also present Minutes and financial report were accepted Bills of the month were approved for payment. Reports were given by VanLiere and Rodgers Imperial Municipal Service report was fil­ ed. Reports on the water project and the sewer project indicate the projects are nearing completion. An Ordinance to amend the Caledonia Village Ordinance Code to provide civil infraction penalties was presented by Kid­ der, seconded by Berencsi. Ayes: Berencsi, Audy, Kidder. Soules. Robertson. Noy: Erskine Ordinance adopted An Ordinance to amend the Caledonia Village Zoning Or­ dinance to provide for civil in­ fraction penalties was presented by Kidder, seconded by Berenc­ si. Ayes Audy, Berencsi, Kid­ der, Robertson. Soules. Noy: Er­ skine Ordinance declared adopted A resolution to establish policy for issuance of civil infrac tion citations was presented by Kidder, seconded by Berencsi Ayes Audy. Berencsi. Kidder. Robertson Soules Noy Erskine Resolution adopted. An Ordinance to amend the Caledonia Village Zoning Or­ dinance to provide for off street site parking as a Special Use was presented by Erskine, seconded by Robertson. Ayes All. Ordinance declared adopted. Snow removal contract with Fischer was approved. Channel 3 will be doing "Christmas In Our Town" featur­ ing Caledonia on December 21, 1994. Other items discussed were: wages; budget items; communi­ ty development block grant funds, and temporary signs. Motion by Berencsi. seconded by Kidder to adjourn at 9:15 p.m. Motion carried. Jacqueline Cherry Village Clerk (0) Why call Spencer's rowing! ■ ■ ■ ■ 24 Hour Service Radio Dispatch Fully Insured Flatbed Service ■ ■ ■ ■ Jumpstarts Lock Outs 8 Trucks Available Emergency Ike Repair We bill direct to every insurance agency in Barry County, including: • ERS • AAA • Allstate • Amoco • Farmers • AARP • State Farm • Montgomery Wards • Cross Country • Auto Owners Mf« ore on ttfo 911 imargancy call List SPENCER S TOWINC 795-3369 or 1-800-635-9964 MIDDLEVILLE By Sen. Dick Po^thumus Discussing assisted suicide When Dr. Jack Kevorkian assisted in his first suicide on June 4, 1990. he sparked a statewide and national debate that hasn't subsided in four years. On one side there are those who believe physician-assisted suicide is a right those with terminal illnesses should have. On the ocher side are those, including myself, who believe strong­ ly that life is precious and only God has the power to decide who lives and who dies. There are a handful of folks stuck in the middle, as well In February. 1993. the Michigan Legislature passed a tem­ porary ban on assisted suicide, making it a felony. At the same tune, lawmakers created a special Death and Dying Commis­ sion to review the issue. Our intention was to tie Kevorkian’s hands until a permanent decision could be reached. At that time, he had assisted in the deaths of 15 people. Today, the total has climbed to 21. In March 1993. the American Civil Liberties Union challenged the ban. and two lower counts — including the Michigan Court of Appeals — ruled it unconstitutional. We then turned to the Michigan Supreme Court, which last week unanimously ruled the Legislature acted properly when it enacted the original ban. The coun also ruled there is no constitutional right to assisted suicide and those who help others commit suicide can be charged with murder in some cases. It's a significant decision because it upholds the decision of the Legislature and make it clear that assisted suicide violates current law. While the issue is not settled, it certainly is clearer than it was a month ago. There is no question this is a difficult issue and one we can­ not lake lightly Those on both sides have real feelings invested in their opinions. However, if we do not act to abolish assisted suicide, we are condoning it. And by condoning it. we set a very dangerous precedent. Obituary PaulF. Bruschel CALEDONIA - Paul F. Beuschel, 54, passed away on Monday, December 12, 1994 at Butterworth Hospital. He was bom on February 3, 1940 in Grand Rapids, the son of Frederick J. and Ruth E. (Seelman) Beuschel. Mr. Beuschel was engaged in farming. He married Fran (Frank) Beuschel. Survivors include his wife, Fran; children, Paul, Jr., and Valerie Beuschel, Laurie and James Boboltz and Branda and William Amshey; grandchil­ dren, Gretchen, Heidi, Hillary and Lindsey Beuschel, Taylour and Wyatt Boboltz, Erin and Sean Smith, Kristina Amshey; parents, Fred and Ruth Beuschel; brothers and sisters, Doris and Larry Drake, Marilyn and Gary Brinks, Jim and Peggy Beuschel, Marlene and Tom Frost, Mike and Leslie Beuschel; mother-inlaw, Delores Schneider; sisters-in-law, Beverly McBride and Charloue and Emmet Kadwell. Brothers-inlaw, Forrest and Sandra Frank, Terry and Sue Frank and George Frank; several nieces and nephews and friends. Funeral Services were held on Thursday at St. Paul Luthe­ ran Church with Pasior Robert A Gerte officiating Burial was at Hooker Cemetery Memorial contributions may be made to St Pad Luthe­ ran Church Building Fund or the Wayland Area Emergency Medical Service. Arrangements were made by Caledonia Funeral Chapel. Birth, growth and death are a natural part of life, we must not allow government to get in the way of these natural pro­ cesses That includes death with dignity, without a lot of forc­ ed. artificial efforts to keep one alive. However, if we allow physicians to end the lives of the chronically ill. we II soon lose sight of the true value of life. The possibilities of this are frightening. W'ho determines which people have the right to die? What makes one person’s life valuable, and another's invaluable? Will we eventually rid society completely of the mentally impaired, handicapped and the elderly? Kevorkian s lastest victim is a good example of the risk we’d take by legalizing assisted suicide. Many physicians told the 72-year-old woman they could and would help end the pain she suffered from rheumatoid arthritis. Yet Kevorkian, who was a pathologist. disregarded these experts and decided her fate. Is that what we want for our mothers, fathers, spouses and other loved ones? One of the biggest arguments in favor of assisted suicide is that it would end the terrible pam and suffering many people endure through their last days. That is why I supported the comprehensive pam management package the state Legislature passed earlier this year. Under this new law. health care pro­ viders will be required to complete pain management training and education courses, giving patients better and more humane solutions to their pam. As we debate this issue in the media, in our homes and in the Legislature, we must be careful not to lose sight of the cause behind the controversy. The true debate rests on the impor­ tance of human life. When we determine how and when another should die. we place a relative value on his or her life, and who has that right but God? The debate over assisted suicide is ikX yet over in Michigan, as Kevorkian's attorney has indicated they may appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court. My only hope is that if the issue goes that far. American citizens consider the ramifications of legalized assisted suicide. This and many other difficult issues were debated as we wrapped up Senate session last week. But with the guidance of our Divine Creator and the input of citizens like yourself, we were able to find solutions in most cases. I know I can hxik for­ ward to the same assistance from you in the coming year. But before we tackle the work ahead, let's enjoy the upcom­ ing holidays with our families and friends. I wish every one of you a Merry Christmas and a safe and happy holiday season For Reminder ‘ACTION-ADS Call 945-9554 24 Hours a Day 7 days a week.. Reach over 27,000 area homes! Rough and �Page 16 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / December 20. 1994 Touch and feel vital part of new science program by Margaret Fowler Writer Take the well-known phrase. *'Lions, and tigers, and bears. Oh my!” and change it to “Uzards, and possums, and snakes.” instead What you'll have then is a partial description of the Science Alive program that was presented at West and Mortgage MATTERS Balloon mortgage can be advantage Terri Neill of Science Alive talks to a class of TK fifth graders about chinchillas like "Chia," before taking the soft rodent around for each one to pet. "Blossom" is o superglider possum notive to Australia. The small creature that is kin to the American possum can glide up to 50 yards easily. William Neill supports most of the weight of python "Gentle Ben” as students got hugs from the reptile. Some of the students were a little unsure of "Rio," a green wing macaw, because of the large beak and long nails. Page Elementary schools, and to seventh grade science classes last week. The Middleville students got to touch and hold living creatures they might never see again thanks to William and Terri Neill, the husband and wife team from Novi, Mich., who visit schools on a regular basis. The Neill’s gauge each pro­ gram to the age of the students. Talking about specific animals such as a green wing macaw, a monitor lizard, or a python and giving kids a chance to hold or even get a hug from the critter is part of the package Because the program is very educational and always well received, it has been spon­ sored in the schools through the Parents and Elementary Teachers group for the past several years. By Sue Teitsma Question: I have been kicking for a new home. My real estate agent suggested that a balloon mortgage may be a good option for me. What is a balkxm mortgage and what are the advantages to this type of loan? Answer: A balloon mortgage is a type of loan that offers a lower interest rate for shorter term financing, usually five, seven or ten years. This type of loan requires the entire outstanding balance to be paid in full at the end of the mortgage term or offers the borrower the option to refinance or extend the term. You may want to investigate the advantages a balloon mor­ tgage may offer, especially if you plan to sell or refinance your home within a few years and are looking for a mortgage pro­ gram with a fixed, lower monthly payment. The only change in your total mortgage payment over the term of the loan could be an increase or decrease in the amount your lender collects for the escrow portion of your payment. The escrow portion of your mortgage payment may include items such as mortgage insurance, real estate taxes, homeowners insurance or flood insurance. A balloon mortgage usually offers a lower interest rate than conventional fixed rate mortgages because of the shorter term The lower interest rate remains constant for the term of the loan and can result in lower principal and interest payments. When you qualify for a loan, lenders look at the portion of your income that is available to make your mortgage payment. This lower payment may enable you to qualify for a larger mortgage amount. A lower monthly payment can be an ad van tage for many home buyers and in some cases may enable a buyer to purchase more expensive property A balloon mortgage differs from the popular adjustable rate mortgages (ARMs) by offering a fixed principal and interest payment for the entire term of the loan With an ARM loan, the interest rate and generally the payments change over the life of the loan. The interest rate is adjusted to match the rise or fall of a pre-selected interest rate index, which may result in your regular monthly payments increasing or decreasing accordingly. You will find that the initial interest rate on ARM loans usually is lower when compared to fixed rale mortgages such as balloons. It is important to keep in mind when considering ARMs, however, that there is a risk of higher monthly payments in the future. Making the decision on what type of mortgage loan is best for you is not always easy and there are many factors to con sider. You must plan and consider the length of time you ex­ pect to live in this particular home. If your current plans arc to sell your home in five to ten years, you may want to take a closer look at balloon loans and investigate the different types of adjustable rate products available. However, if unsure of your plans, you should examine how refinancing could affect you at the end of the loan term. Some balloon mortgage programs provide for an extension of the mortgage at specific interest rate at the end of the initial contract. Ask your lender to explain any refinance options that may be part of your balloon contract and what fees are involved in refinancing your loan. You also should weigh the risk that interest rates could be higher when it is time for you to consider refinancing, resulting in higher monthly payments. Your loan officer can help you decide if taking the lower balkxm rate now and risking the higher interest rate down the road is a wise decision. If you do not feel you will be able to meet all the refinancing conditions or think the balkxin term may be up before you are ready to move or refinance, a balloon mortgage may not be the right choice for you. Then you may want to explore with your loan officer the wide selection of other fixed rate mortgage op­ tions available in today’s market. A well qualified mortgage lender will be happy to explain the many options available to home buyers and answer questions. This will help you choose the mortgage program best suited to your current and future financial needs. Sue Teitsma of Caledonia is a senior loan offic er at Heartwell Mortgage Corporation, a Grand Rapids-based mortgaged banking corporation. For more information call 942-9722 or 1-800-968-9722. - FACTORY - Due to current growth we ate expanding and look­ ing for machine operators to run plastic injection molding machines This includes visually inspecting and packing parts We are a growing company offering good pay, benefits and promotional op­ portunities as we grow All shifts available Apply in person at WAMAR PRODUCTS, INC. 5041 68th Street. SE • Caledonia �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I December 20, 1994 I Page 17 Scot eagers 2-2 in opening games The Caledonia varsity bas­ ketball team took down Ot­ sego 70-60 in its opening game of the 1994-95 basket­ ball season, Dec. 6, was beaten by neighboring Mid­ dleville 84-63. Dec. 9 and edged Kenowa Hills in its league opener 53-52 Dec. 13 and lost to Cedar Springs 7958 Friday night. In the opening game of the season, Caledonia led by three points with seconds left in the game when a Bulldog hit a three-point bank shot to tie the score at the end of regulation. In the overtime. The Scots blistered the Bulldogs 18-8 to secure the win. The Scots were led by Pat Stegeman with 32 and Brian Rea with 19. In the loss to Middleville, the Scots couldn't keep up with the Trojan's 61 percent shooting accuracy from the field. Stegeman again led all scorers with 22. In the edging of the Knights, Rea hit a free throw with six seconds on the clock to put the Scots up by one and the Knights took the ball out. On a pass down the floor, Stegeman did his free safety imitation and intercepted the pass to defeat the Knights’ try for the win. Stegeman led all scorers with 23, Dave Uyl and Rea had nine points each. In the loss to Cedar Springs, Rea led the team with 19 points and Stegeman was held to 12. The team is now 1-1 in the OK Goid and 2-2 overall. The Scots will host South Christian tonight (Dec. 20.) Pranger resigns as Middleville varsity football coach Marvin said this year's football team was troubled by controversies which by T.L. Stenzelbarton Sports Editor "There's other things in life to do,” said Skip Pranger after resigning his position as the varsity football coach at Thornapple-Kellogg High School last week. "We have a business we are trying to get going which takes a lot of time and many other things I would like to do. Pranger took over the helm of the Trojan varsity football team following the 1989 season. In 1990 and 1991 the team went 9-1 and won the OK Blue Championship trophy. He has also coached basketball and all three levels of football in the Middleville school district. He started coaching in 1974, when he came to the district. "I'm going to miss being with the kids, because that has always been fun," Pranger said. "I’m not going to say I'll never come back, but right now there are other affected the team but were exit of the control of Pranger. "It’s been great to work with him (Pranger), Marvin said. "We are going to miss him a lot because he was a good influence on the kids, a good leader and coach. Skip Pranger things I need to do." Scott Marvin, who is in his second year as the athletic director for ThornappleKellogg, said Pranger wasn't asked to resign his position. "There was no pressure on him to resign," Marvin said. "It was something he decided on his own. Hank Dugan and I asked him to reconsider." "I would not have a problem with a student trying to be like him because he is such a good person and member of the community," Marvin said. Pranger said he will continue to be the dean of student at the TK Middle School and teach his computer classes, but added that he would like to do some more hunting after getting a buck in this year's firearm deer season. "There are just some things I would like to do," the coach said. "Now I'll take the time to do them." TK wrestlers win two dual meets The Thomapple Kellogg varsity wrestling team got off to a fine start on Dec. 8, with a 60-10 victory over Grand Rapids Catholic Central. In the second part of the double dual match. TK defeated Wyoming Park 45-27. Double winners on the night were Sean Crofoot (119 lbs.), Terry Trudell (134), Ryan Winchel (142). Steve Austin (151). Andy Dragt (160). Joel Appel (215) and Jody Blain (275). Dendel Craven (106), Andy Nelson (1129. Steve Lehman (172) and Ty Middleton all won one match. TK also won 23 out of 27 exhibition matches. On Dec 10. TK placed fourth behind highly ranked Grandville, Detroit Catholic Central, and Traverse City in the 10-team Jenison Invitational. Ryan Winchel was TK’s on­ ly champion taking the 142-pound weight class. Ryan defeated two wrestlers who placed in the class A state tournament last year. Winchel won a 15-7 decision over Alex Zakusylo from Traverse City in the finals. Zakusylo was a fourth-place finisher in the sate tournament in 1993. Joel Appel placed second at 215 lbs. He defeated Jym Johnson of Traverse City on a pin in 1:48 and Randy Bouwman of Wyoming Park on a pin in 45 seconds before dropping at 7-3 decision. Taking third places in the tournament with 3-1 records were Sean Crofoot (119), An­ dy Dragt (160), Ty Middleton (172) and Jody Blain (275). Steve Austin (151) placed fourth All team members won at least one match during the tournament. The TK ‘B” team went to Lakewood for the annual jayvee tournament Dec. 10 and brought home three first places. Jared Otto. Luke Middleton and Bo Peters all took championships. Mans Bender and Spencer Romph finished second Man Appel placed third and Ben Osborne and Doug Kid­ der each placed fourth. We felt we had a very good week of wrestling, said Coach Tom Lehman. Caledonia's Matt Barr (33) sneaks inside for a basket during Caledonia's league opener against Kenowa Hills last Tuesday. The Scots won the close contest 53-52. Scot spikers win Godwin tourney The Caledonia varsity vol­ leyball team came out on top of the four teams playing in the Godwin Invitational Vol­ leyball Tournament, Satur­ day. Katie Donker led all Scots scorers with 33 kill and Michelle Colburn had 29 and Julie Tuinstra added 23. The team had a total of 146 on the day. Caledonia defeated God­ win in the opening battle 1715, 15-9, split with Rogers 15-9 and 11-15 and handily defeated Grand Rapids Cen­ tral 15-5, 15-4. Rachel Comegys scored 38 points for the Scots and shot 10 aces in a 92 percent serv­ ing percentage. Both Kara Gordon and Heather VanEnk had 100 percent serving per­ centage. Colburn also led the team with six solo blocks. Alisha Adrianse had 32 assists. The team will play next at the Comstock park Invita­ tional. Dec. 29. Dykstra’s Preferred Poured Walls, Inc. • Poured basement walls • Flatwork , • Farm work 1 ROB DYKSTRA, Owner 10698 Finkbeiner Rd., Middleville 795-7674 Happy Holidays 24 HOUR AFFORDABLE TOWINC Q '< i No Preference Towing ^ and Recovery R rj ■ 616-795-2200 or 616-948-3737 — 24 HOUR TOWING SERVICE — “1 • Jump Starts • 3 Insured Trucks i| • Lockouts • Emergency Tire Repair • 4 Wheel Drive & Flatbed Service • Direct Billing to Most Insurance Co. J S j > ^OFFICE LOCATED ON M-37 in MIDDLEVILLE “T*? I l___________________________________________ from the Senior Sweet Ladies. Thanks for the love and support you gave us this basketball season. Your the BEST! — Jodi, Dani, Katie, Jaimie, Jenny �Page 18 / The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml I December 20, 1994 Middleville wrestlers win their own tournament It took Caledonia's Aaron Sprague 1 37 to pin Central Montcalm’s Tony Evans Middleville’s Sean Crofoot scored a late takedown to defeat Jeff Missad of North view 5-4. The Thornapple-Kellogg wrestling team garnered enough points to win its own invitational wrestling tour­ nament. Saturday. TK finished the tourney with 212 points to take the championship, followed by Caledonia with 137, Fruitport with 113.5, Central Mont­ calm with 94.5, Holland and Olivet with 79, Northview Middleville's Andy Dragt got into trouble early with Maple Valley's Foye Pierce, but recovered to win by a fail in 1:26. Middleville's Steve Austin looks up to Ns coach for ideas on how to get Brandon Pitch's other shoulder to the mat. He never found the key but went on to win the match 12-8. with 50.5 and Maple Valley with 35 points. Winning Championship medals in their weight class were: Sean Crofoot (119 lbs.), Ryan Winchel (142) andTy Middleton (172). Crofoot had a first-round pin of his Fruitport opponent in 3:20 and a 5-4 decision in the semifinals over North view. In the finals he defeated Holland in overtime 8-6. Winchel had an 18-second pin in the first round, a 5:16 pin in the semifinals and a 10-5 decision in the finals over Olivet. Middleton had a firstround bye, won over Central Montcalm in the semi finals in 1:46 and defeated Caledonia's Ryan Sinclair in the finals in 3:40. Kris Utley (100) took a second place with a 12-11 decision over Holland and falling to Caledonia's Mark Pyper at 1:18 in the finals. Steve Austin (151) also took a second. He won one match 12-8 and the semi final bout in 3:50. He lost to Central Montcalm in the finals. Andy Dragt (180) won his first two matches by fall, the first at 1:26 and the second at 5:50. In the finals he lost to Fruitport by a decision 6-4. Steve Lehman (185) had a first-round pin in 3:34 and a 13-5 major decision in the semis. In the finals he lost to Continued next column Caledonia places second in TK mat tournament The Caledonia varsity wrestling team came away with the second-place trophy at Saturday's ThornappleKellogg Wrestling Invita­ tional. In the 13 weight classes, the Fighting Scots earned two first-place finishes and three second-place finishes. Middleville won the tour­ nament with 212 points, fol­ lowed by Caledonia with 137, Fruitport with 113.5 and Central Montcalm with 94.5. Holland and Olivet tied for fifth with 79 points. Northview was seventh with 50.5 and Maple Valley was eighth with 35. Taking firsts for the Scots were: Mark Pyper (100 lbs.) and Adam Stauffer (112). Pyper, the No. 1 seeded wrestler, had a first-round bye and pinned his Central Montcalm opponent in 1:22 and in the finals defeated Kris Utley from TK by a fall in 1:18. Stauffer was also seeded first and defeated Maple Val­ ley’s Mike Egan 17-7 in the first round, Northview's David Beam 6-2 and Olivet's Brandon Peters by a fall in 18 seconds to win the championship. Losing only in the champi- TK wrestlers continuedMaple valley’s Jason House. Taking third place for the Trojans were: Dendel Craven (106) and Andy Nelson (112). Finishing fourth for TK were: Terry Trudell (126) and Spencer Romp (134). The team will wrestle in the Rockford quad tonight (Dec. 20) and then go on hiatus until Jan. 4. Caledonia's Jason Haywood works Ns way to a pin of Central Montcalm's Bryant Clay Comb. onship matches were: BJ. Tomanek (106), Aaron Sprague (126) and Ryan Sin­ clair (172). Tomanek had a pin in 1:57 to win the semi­ finals, Sprague had a pin in the first round in 3:50 and in the semi finals in 1:37 and Sinclair had a pin in 38 sec­ onds and a 20-12 win in the semi finals. Winning in the consolation bracket were: Terry Trudeau (119) and Jason Haywood (142). Tim Soper (185) look a fourth place in the tourna­ ment. Coach James Maxim shld the team had to make some changes in its line up which didn't work in favor of the Scots, but did think the team gave all they had in going for the championship. "They wrestled hard and showed very gixxJ sports­ manship in the tournament and that's what a coach likes to see," he said. $ Credit Problems? Cash $ Problems? We can help. $ • Refinancing • Home Improvement • Debt Consolidation $ $ A-One Mortgage Corp. 310 44th St., S.W., Wyoming, Ml 49548 $ 1-800-870-2663 $ $ $ $ <j* $ $ J The staff at Yankee Springs y V Golf Course would like to wish you and your lj families a... kj Happy New Year $ IjWe will be closed December 23^M 24 and 25 for the Christmas JJ holiday. We will m return to our regular winter W hours on December 30 & 31 W Il Noon to 9:30 p.m. - �WEST MICHIGAN’S Best Advertising Buy! At J-Ad Graphics we can handle your complete advertising promotion needs. Call us today! 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No. 47 I December 27. 1994 Middleville, Michigan 49333 CHS named Michigan ‘Blue Ribbon School’ by Barbara €>all Staff Writer Caledonia High School has been named one of 10 Michigan 'Blue Ribbon Schools” for 1994-95 in the state's Secondary Schools Recognition Program. Michigan Superintendent of Public Instruction Dr. Robert E. Schiller officially announc­ ed the initial five winners Dec 13. but CHS Principal Tonya Porter said Schiller ac­ tually phoned a congratulatory call to her Dec. 9. personally informing her that Caledonia High School had been selected for the honor. Five more schools were ad­ ded to the list the following week, bringing to 10 the total number of secondary Blue Ribbon schools. "I’m just really excited to see so many schools from the West Michigan area chosen this year." said Porter That says a lot about the quality education that is going on in this part of the slate, not just at our school. ’ ’ Besides Caledonia. East Grand Rapids High School. Rockford High School and Byron Center High School are local schools earning the recognition. Also named were Smith Middle Schcxil (Troy). Van Hoosen Middle School (Rochester). Everett High School (Lansing), holt Junior High. L’ansc Creuse High School and McPherson Mid­ dle School in Howell. According to Schiller’s of­ fice. the United States govern­ ment sponsors the Blue Rib­ bon Schools program "to identify and give public recognition to schools which are effectively meeting local, state and national education goals ” Winners of the state awards are eligible for national Blue Ribbon School honors. Schools applying for the award had to respond to 46 "comprehensive” questions requiring descriptions of their programs and policies in the areas of leadership, teaching environment, curriculum, stu­ dent environment, parent and community support, assess­ ment and test scores and organisational vitality. "The (state) winners have shown significant progress in meeting state and national goals and offer an instruction program that meets the highest standards. They have demonstrated strong leader­ ship.. Particular emphasis was placed this year on unusually effective programs in parent involvement and the use of technology,” stated Schiller’s press release. “Michigan’s Blue Ribbon Schools’ nominees are ex­ amples of schools that are raising expectations, setting high academic standards, assessing progress and repor­ ting results back to the com­ munity.’” Schiller said. The quality of each school was judged not only by state and national standards, but also on how successfully it is meeting its own goals and how well its programs are CHS teochers, staff and students are happy to show off their excitement as Principal Tonya Porter (center) shares the FAX announcing the school's selection as a state Blue Ribbon School. tailored to local needs. The press release issued by Schiller’s office cited Caledonia High School for the more than 300 hours spent by parents, students, teachers, secretaries, administrators and community members in writing the school's goals and priorities in the forums called FACTS (Finding Answers for Caledonia’s Tomorrows) and the recent “FACTS is Back!” meetings. "I believe the community See Blue ribbon, Page 2 HAPPY HOLIDAYS from all of us al Graphics First reading held on new fireworks ordinance Caledonia Twp. approves new ordinances on parking, lot size by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Approved by the Caledonia Township Board last week were two ordinances that define regulations concerning township streets. A new parking ordinance specifies the number of park­ ing spaces required for various kinds of facilities, such as businesses, schools and auditoriums. Also adopted was a street ordinance which outlines the minimum street frontage for lots along with the maximum lot width-to-depth ratio. A se­ cond ordinance sets the regulations for ingress and Four hit gallon milestones at Middleville blood drive b> Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Four Middleville area residents have joined the ranks of donors who have given at least one gallon of blood Mike Bremer hit the threegallon mark when he donated blood at the Middleville dnve Dec. 5. W hen Delores Weeks made her donation, it put her at the two-gallon mark Two others. Deb Fry and James Wert, Doth reached their one gallon mark “Regular donors are very important."said blood dnve coordinator Vickie Rick. “But they can’t do n alone See Blood drive, Page 2 egress from township streets and roads. The board, in other action, held a first reading of a fireworks ordinance, which defines two classes of fireworks and specificies which are prohibited at public places in the township. The new law, which is in addition to state laws, pro­ hibits altogether the use of certain illegal fireworks in the township and prohibits certain other kinds of fireworks in public places. The law does not pertain to licensed dealers and wholesalers or to professional pyrotechnicians at licensed exhibitions. The ordinance also does not pertain to the lawful use of the specified fireworks on private property for non-commercial purposes. Supervisor Tom Garbow emphasized that one goal of the new ordinance is to protect residents who have gathered in parking lots or at the park to watch fireworks displays. These spectators have become increasingly endangered by projectiles and incendiary devices set off in these crowd­ ed areas. Violation of this ordinance is a misdemeanor, and could bring a fine of not more than $500 or 90 days in jail or both. The board also discussed the problem of the VerMeulen and Associates sand pit on Whitncyville, which at the time of the meeting was in ar rears of its $8,(XX) annual pay ment to the township Board members agreed they have no problem with the pit owners making the payment tn installments, but they do not feel they should have to seek out the owner. The payment is part of a court agreement which settled a lawsuit over the pit in 1989. In other business, the board officially approved spending $20,000 of its 1995 Com mumty Development Block Grant Fund to help pay the cost of improving the Keiser Drain at Campau Lake. It will spend another $40,000 of its CDBG funds for the expansion of the Campau-Kettle Lakes sewer. In This Issue... • Caledonia schools receive insurance pool • • dividend Three TK students receive PET treasure chests CHS kicks off registration for Teen Institute • DeVhes resigns from Caledonia Twp. Board seat �Page 2 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / December 27, 1994 BLUE RIBBON, continued from front page — involvement in the FACTS riiu^IJTTjrs played an important i parf *m our receiving the recognition." Porter said She also named the “discrepancy analysis" being done on the school's cur­ riculum, in collaboration with the International Center for Leadership in Education; the school's increasing em^tasis on application of knowledge; the restructuring of the school day into block classes with more integration of content areas and (he increasing use of technology in learning as im­ portant factors for CHS' honor “But I really want to em­ phasize that our site visitors (from the Blue Ribbon panel) were just incredibly impress­ ed with our kids. " said Porter “They spoke with many of our students during their visit here, and all the panel members just could not say enough about how articulate our kids are and how well they could discuss what is going on at this school “I do believe the students themselves made the biggest impression." Porter explained that the process for Blue Ribbon sclec tion goes on every two years. First, the school submits the lengthy application, which in Caledonia's case was written by a panel of administrators, teachers, counselors, students and a parent representative. A state committee then reads the applications and nar­ rows the applicants to a group selected for panel visitation “The site visit in essence is to verily that what we said in our application is actually 1 ------------ -------- ‘The quality of each school h a^iudgedjiot only by state and national stan^lards. but M also on how successfully it is meetf^t iff" own goals and how well its programs are tailored to local needs. ” happening.'* Porter explained. A report is written after the site visit, and from these reports the state winners final ly are chosen and announced by the slate superintendent. The applications from the state winners then go on to the national level. Porter said. The Blue Ribbon School Program was formerly known as the Exemplary Schools pro gram, and “still is looking for exemplary’ practices." she said. While Porter was principal of Caledonia Elementary School, it was named a 1988 State and National Exemplary School. The decision to seek the Blue Ribbon status for CHS. however, was made by the staff. Porter said. “The opportunity to apply was coming up this year, and they decided to go for it." she said “But even if we wouldn't have gotten the award, the process of Tilling out the ap­ plication is very worthwhile, because it is a very g<x»d selfevaluation process for the school community." Caledonia High School will hold its official celebration of — from the Babylon family W BABYLON HAIR & TANNING SALON 114 River Street, Middleville TKMS showcase gets wintry touch The eighth graders in Suzanne Gottlick's art class at Thornapple Kellogg Middle School let their creative juices flow when they decorated a second floor showcase. They had great fun displaying their artistry. BLOOD DRIVE, continued from front page — We need to see new people come to donate, too." A total of 62 pints of blood were donated during the drive. In an effort to generate more participants in the blood bank, the December event was designated at the “Great Drip-Off competition bet­ ween the Middieville Lions and Rotary clubs. That competition will be judged by the amount of blood accepted at Red Cross, so results won't be available until January. As always, donations of refreshments and time play an important role in the success of a drive. 795-6005 (Open Early & Late by Appointment) From left to right: (seated in front) Bob Nicolai and Nancy Biggs; (standing) Diana Flikkema and Ruth Geukes. J.L. Schwartz Insurance Agency 497 Arlington Street (M-37), Middleville 795-3302 or 891-8208 drive included Duane and Dorothy Brinks. Rhyner Sc hoi ma. Anne Whittrcdge, several nurses. Kim Bender. Jerri McKoewn. Elaine Nor thrup, Gloria Fox. Louise VanHouten. Doris Apsey, Gerrie Spencer. Joanne Barnes. Edith Miller, Sonia Clintcn. Mary Ann Vandul. Lois Bremer. Carol Johnson and Greta Greiner. Setup was taken care of by village workers Bill Kenyon. Russ Blough and Charlie Miller at the First Baptist Church, where the drive was held The next drive is already set for Monday. Feb. 13, at the church. Announces that due to the holiday season there will only be one Worship Service on January 1st at 9:30 a.m. Sunday School will follow Worship Service A general membership meeting of the Village Players of Middleville will be held on Jan. 8 at 7 p.m. at Lincoln Meadows in Middleville. Those who are interested in joining the acting troupe as actors, set builders or technical helpers, are invited to attend the meeting. “Our Policy is Service” and you make it easy. Happy New Year! Pastoor's Family Market donated juice. Cookies were provided by Rick's day care. “Volunteers really make a difference for our drive." Rick said. “1 was shocked when I found out that Mary Beadle, one of our regular volunteers, had passed away.” she said “She had planned to work on the drive, but called me to stay she wasn’t feeling well." “All of the voluteers and staff would like to express our sympathy to Mary's family." The 43-year-old woman who had been a regular volunteer for more than two years died suddenly Dec. 16. Other volunteers at the GAINES UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Village Players of Middleville to hold meeting Jan. 8 ...for a great first 9 months! Open 7 Days — Call for your Appointment its Blue Ribbon status on Monday. Feb 6. when Dr. Schiller visits CHS. All 10 Blue Ribbon Schools will be honored at a Feb. 8 ceremony in Lansing. “This honor is really a tribute to the hard work of everyone at Caledonia High School." Porter said. “We have been recognized because of the commitment of our teachers, students, parents, school board members, administrators, secretaries, cooks, custo­ dians. bus drivers, everyone who's involved with the education of our kids. " Caledonia Superintendent of Schools Doug Busman agreed “The selection of CHS as a Blue Ribbon School is certain­ ly a credit to the vision and work ethic of our current high school staff, students and parents." he said. “Bui it also honors the foundation laid by the Caledonia community over the years that has allowed quality to flourish The Blue Ribbon status recognizes a school program that has been 100 years in the making, and it is deservedly shared by all who worked so hard for the last century to make honors like this possible." ...for letting our family make life a little easier for your family! (From left to right) The Schmidt family: Geanie (Mom), Kristen, Greg and Mark (Pop). MOMgPOP'S VISA 500 Arlington (M-37) / 9 □’O 9 3 U Middleville • (1000’ South of Gavin Chevrolet) �The Sun and News. Middleville, Ml I December 27, 1994 / Page 3 Co-op program cuts reinsurance costs Caledonia Schools receive dividend from school insurance pool While that disaster took most of the pool's loss fund for that year, later reinsurance premiums which were not ex­ pended were invested and provided the dividend pool members received this year. Dean said. •'With conventional coverage, the insurance com­ pany just keeps the premiums, whether they are expended or not.” she pointed out. She said that this is the first year for a dividend because the pool must keep an ade­ quate loss fund reserve to cover possible claims from up to five years ago. Formed with only 13 member school districts in 1990. the West Michigan Risk Management Trust SelfInsurance Pool now has 18 members with five more area districts targeted for member­ ship next year Dean said she is proud of the member districts for tak­ ing their fiscal responsibilities seriously enough to seek out ways to save money in necessary areas like insurance She said being in its own pool also allows each member some say in how the program will work, and how it will react to new situations not outlined in the original agreement. “The trust decides, for in­ stance. what it will and will not pay when it comes to something that falls outside our basic coverage. “This kind of program is more work up front, but we not only are saving money, but we also have control over our insurance and over the claims brought against it.” , thee place for tanning and nails 891-4040 9790 CMrry Vattey Road (M 37) Ba/tutd Ftni Pim in Catatonia OPEM Mo-XWy Fnc« I to I pm.. Cp*r rim SatvfQW Caledonia Schools Business Manager Judi Dean presents School Board President Gordon DeBlaay the district's first dividend check from the self-insurance pool. by Barbara Gail Staff Writer The Caledonia Schools will enjoy its first dividend since ctuxvsing to join a co-op self­ insurance pool now made up of 18 area school districts. Caledonia Schools Business Manager Judi Dean last week presented the Caledonia School Board a check for $2,088. the first dividend issued by the pcxil since its formation in 1990. She said that (he pool's greatest benefit to its member school districts is the savings it provides in property and casualty insurance costs. "Our premiums now are drastically reduced in relation to our property values.” she said. "Had we been with a tradi­ tional insurance program, our premiums would have in­ creased as our property values went up." She said that the district's premiums have been reduced by $2,000. even though land values have continued to climb. As another benefit of pool membership, “shock-loss” claims result in minimal or no increase in premiums for the district, she added “With a traditional pro­ gram. our insurance premiums would have gone up every time we had a claim.” she said. The pool sets up a loss claim fund, from which members can pay claims resulting from property or casualty damage, as in the case of a schcxrl bus accident, for instance. This, in turn, means a reduction in the cost of premiums for buying rein­ surance to cover catastrophic losses, like the ThornappleKellogg school bus garage fire in I99I. all of us! Qtate (^ALEDONIA DUTTON OFFICE 3205 68thSt.,S.E. 698*6337 Left to right: (back row) Donna Johnson, Mickey Hager, Debra Langworthy, (front row) Nancy Debrie, Lisa Beute, Sue VanTil, Danna Root ...for showing us such style! MIDDLEVILLE OFFICE Judy — Barb — Diane — Carol Hair We Are 102 High Street, Middleville „ mu' I 303 Arlington 795*3361 Standing (left to right): Brenda Dargie, Robin Jewett, Kim Betz, Laura Renner. Seated: Marilynn McLenithan, Tammy Lynn. 795-2263 Qtate ALEDONIA i\eiruruaucing... HILA COODIN to the area. For all new customers... Haircuts ... $©°° Perms OPEN 6 DAYS A WEEK Two Locations (616) 455-6090 • 6601 S. Division • Grand Rapids. Ml (616) 891-0312 • 9964 Cherry Valley • Caledonia, Ml CALEDONIA OFFICE 267 Main Street 891*8113 Front row (from left). Tracy Lynn, Stephanie Ford, Nancy Macombe, Linda Compski and Nicole Buer Second row: Cathy Mulder, Diane Gilbert, Chris Murphy and Dar Biilett Back row. Krista Pnce, Patti Postma. Tim Kelly, Vai Owen, Greg McGandy, Marilyn Stafford, Ruth Debne. Connie Steeby, Chip DeVries, George Edgar, Ria Roosion, Tom, Geri Stevens Missing from photo: Becky Fliearman, Vickie Verduin, Rachel Kampuis, Cheryl Shomler, Nancy Garbow, Jim Gless, Ron Van Houten, Janice Crum, John DeVnes, Barb Freeman, Jan Basarabski. Julie Makarewicz, Enn Cunningham, Deb Yahne, Cindy Ordway, Paul Kaderbek, Anne Kegernes, Courtney Westman, Kim Stickland, Jean Patterson, Terry Mason, Suzanne Landman, Amy Suwyn and Shelly Langkamp �Page 4 / The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I December 27, 1994 Neigh bors with... NORMA Well, are you, as excited as I am? I love the planning and working on gifts for the fami­ ly. -Then selfishly I wonder what I am getting But I love the tension building up as it gets closer and closer We got lazy this year and put up an ar tifical tree Less mess and all the little lights make it pretty. Christmas is by mail this year I love the arrival of the UPS man and a unopened box under the tree. I received an interesting wedding announcement from my cousin on my mother's side of the family. She and her husband got married up in a VELDERMAN balkxxi over their farm They really must have had a wonderful time looking down at their place. Isn’t this weather nice? We go for walks all around our hay field at different times of the day. Sometimes it is four times a day. It totals one and a quarter mile all around the track. Even when we had the 10 inches of snow. Cay had scraped the width of the blade making it much easier for me not to get lost It is so gratify­ ing to go by myself without Johnny worrying about me getting lost. Having to depend on other people for so much then they will all get together, except for one. Lib Palmer said that Audrey Heydenberg and son Jack call­ ed on her recently. Last week Wednesday. Virginia Root had the Literary Club as well as the Garden Club at her place. Her children are helping her with this. Virginia said that she has 19 grandchildren and 19 great­ grandchildren. That's all this week. We’ll visit with you after Christmas. Alto man to serve Secretary of State If you tell the truth, you don't have Conklin has a broad range of experience in broadcast and newpaper journalism. He is the co-founder of the Capital News Bureau, a network with circulation in over 40 radio stations and various weekly newspapers He attended seminary in Philadelphia, studied at DePaul University in Chicago, and Grand Valley State with an emphasis in political science. David and his wife. Cathy, a visiting nurse in Grand Rapids, have three children. Stephen. Michael and Rebekah. Secretary of State-Elect Candice Miller announced recently that she has selected David Conklin of Alto to serve as her director of public affairs and communications, effective Jan. 2. Conklin is presently the senior Capitol correspondent with the Capital News Bureau "I believe Dave will bring excitement, fresh ideas and enthusiasm to the new’ Secretary of State's office.” remarked Miller. 'I'm also impressed with his level of honesty and commitment to our agenda of positive change.” to remember anything. — Mark Twain LOCAL CHURCH DIRECTORY •7';. ALASKA BAPTIST CHURCH A Living Church — Serving a Living Lord SUNDAY........ 945 a.m., 11:00 a m A 6 00 p.m WEDNESDAY...................Family Night - 6 30 p.m 7240 68th Street, SE - frustrates me Ann Bartlett said that Kate and Maureen are home for the holidays Terry Spencer said that her grandson had his wedding at Ortonville Saturday All five of the great-grandchildren were there The youngest was seven and she looked so grown up and pretty Dick Ward said that having most of their seven children (five out of seven) is a good average. I think that Nellie Solomon said all of their children will be home for Christmas. Mary Noah said she and her brother. Paul Leach, are go­ ing to Melvin and Kay's for Sunday dinner. Daughter. Mary Vanderwal will have Christmas with her sons and grandsons. Mary Noah said that her grandsons will be coming home on Wednesday. Dec. 28. and Caledonia FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MIDDLEVILLE M-37, north of Middleville Bruce N. Stewart, Pastor Lee Taylor, Assistant Pastor Sunday School................................................... 9:45 a m. 2 mile# east of M-37 Pastor, Rev. Brian F. Harrison Youth Pastor, Darrel L. Schrock Sunday Morning Worship Service........ 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service........................................... 6:00p.m. Wednesday Mid-Week Prayer................... 6:45 p.m. Word of Life Chibs...................................................... 6:45p.m. WELCOME TO CALEDONIA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH Gaines United Brethren Church Kalamazoo Avenue at 92nd Street Caledonia, Michigan Telephone 698-8252 I rial ~ T ' , “A church with a caring heart for our community and the world" Pastor Mark Beers Pastor Scott Taylor Reaching People With Christ Sunday Services....... 9:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m. 8:30 am to 9:30 am — First Worship Service M-37 at 100th St., Caledonia, Ml Church Office. (616) 891-1512 Rev. Gerald Van Oyen Al Tiemeyer Community Calling 9:30 am to 9:45 am — Coffee Fellowship 9:45 am to 10:45 am — Sunday School 10:45 am to 11:00 am — Coffee Fellowship 11:00 am to 12:00 — Second Worship Service Nursery and Children’s Church will be provided during both services. 1 Timothy 4.12 CALEDONIA HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH THust TTnlu Mosaru Kraft Avenue at Johnson Street 314 E. Main, Middleville Phone: 795-9030 Rev. James Cusack Phone 891-9259 Saturday Evening Mass.................................5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass.......................... 9:00 a.m. A 11:00 a.m. Traditional Roman Catholic Latin Mass Rev. Fr. Francisco Radecki, CMRI Sacred Heart Devotions Sunday Mass: 4:00 P.M. Confessions and Rosary: 20 Minutes before Mass WHITNEYVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 8546 Whitneyville Ave at 84th St •891-8661 ‘The Church where everybody is somebody. and Jesus Christ is corrT Sunday School...................................... 9 30 a m. Sunday Morning Worship..................... 10:30 a m. Sunday Evening WonNp..................... 6-00 p.m. Wed Midweek Prayer 8 Bite Study 7-00 p.m ter Mbar Dotxr Aartr Steie JadBon. va# testy LAKESIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH CHRISTIAN REFORMED 6201 Whitneyville Avenue Sun. Morning Worship Sunday School.............. Evening Service........... 10:30 a.m. .9:30 a.m. .6:00 p.m. Rev. Bernard Mulder, Pastor 868-6306 LEIGHTON UNITED METHODIST Peace Reformed Church Located in Leighton Township Corner of 2nd Street and 142nd Avenue Sunday Worship Services......8:30 or 11:00,6:00 Barner Free • M-37 between Caledonia A Middleville Children s Church/Youth Worship during mntning lervicct; Sunday Morning Worship (Interpreted for hearing impaired). ..9:30 a.m. Sunday School......................................... .11:10 a.m. Sunday Evening Service........................ ..6:30 p.m. Pioneer Club (K thru 6 Grade) - Wednesday....... ................6:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting - Wednesday.............. ............... 7:00 p.m. Caraway St puppet ministry for K 4th during evening scrvk.es Sunday School.................................. 9:45-10:45 Wednesday Night “Family Night’’......6:45-8:15 Includes Adventure Cub. Choirs for ('hildren and Adults. High School Youth Group and Adult CLtsses Youth Fellowship - Sunday................. ............... 7:00 p.m. RAY TOWNSEND. Pastor 891-8028 MIDDLEVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED 708 West Main Street Morning Worship Service............. 10:00 a.m Sunday School................................ 11:15 a.m. Evening Worship Service................ 6:00 p.m. YOU ARE INVITED Rev Roger Timmerman. Pastor 795 3667 MIDDLEVILLE and PARMELEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCHES 111 Church Street For information call: St. Paul Lutheran Kraft Ave. & 84th St., Caledonia, Mi. (Missouri Synod) “Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. " Rom. 12:10 First Service................................ 8:30 a.m Sunday School.................................. 9.45 a m (Fellowship Coffee 9:45 a m. to 10:00 a.m.) Bible Classes.................................... 10:00 a m Second Service....................................... 11:00a.m (All Services have a Nursery available) Rev. Robert Gerke Office: 891-8688 Church: 891-9878 GUN LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH -£ " - 12200 Chief Noonday Road (at Gun Lake) Wayland. Michigan 49348 • 795 7903 \ Barrier Free / Programi for All Ages I A Parmelee Morning Worship............9.30 a.m Middleville Sunday School............. 9:45 a m Middleville Worship....................... 1100 a m Rev. Lynn Wagner — 795-3798 Rev. Carroll Fowler — 765-5316 891-8119 Sunday *onhip 10 00 am Sunday &hod 11 15 am FT Wednesday Family Night” ------ —L LJ. . 6 oo p m Church Office Phone — 795-9266 ——=---------------------- CALEDONIA UNITED METHODIST Church School Choir Practice Worship Service “God Cares for You” Cornerstone Wesleyan Church 9:30a.m. Meeting at the Comer of 9:30a.m. Wood School Rd. and Wing Rd. 10:30 a.m. 250 Vine Street Church Office — 891-8669 Parsonage — 891-8167 Rev. Bobby Dale Whitlock Services — Sunday School ..... 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship .1100 a.m. Evening Worship .................. 6:00 p.m. Pumot jeffrty La Hvw 7957076 Whc (Old (Eime JfirlIjodtsl (Church 5590 Whitneyville Ave., S.E. Alto, Michigan 49302 Sunday School................10:00 a m Morning Worship............ 11 00 am Evening Worship..............6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting/ Children's Classes....... 7:00 p.m. Royle Bailard, Pastor — 868-6437 — The Reorganized CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST of Latter Day Saints 8146 68<h St near Whitneyville Ave. ***** sAuIlt % - Sunday........................... 9 45 ■m Morning Worship. ..1100 am Evening Worship....... 6 00 pm Wed. Fellowship 7:30 pm hn homes or church) call Pastor Robert Loesch 698-6027 �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I December 27, 1994 I Page 5 Working for Heifer Project helps hungry families feed themselves CMS students help provide gift that keeps on giving The students in Mrs. Campione's and Mrs. Pikaart's FOCUS group at Caledonia Middle School show off the bogs full of pop cans collected for the school-wide participation in the Heifer Project. These sixth-graders collected more than 1,000 cons for the charity. After this picture was token, they hiked to the D & W food store to claim the ten-cent deposits for eoch can. hy Barbara Gall Staff Writer Caledonia Middle Schools students will be saying “Merry Christmas” to a needy family all year because of their participation in Heifer Project international Illis Christmas season, the school s FOCUS groups each have thought up fund-raisers for this charity, which pro- vides food- and income­ producing farm animals to struggling rural families in the U.S. and overseas. A $20 donation, for in­ stance, buys a flock of chickens; $30 a beehive and resident swarm; $60 a trio of rabbits; $120 a goat, sheep or hog; $500 a heifer and $250 a water buffalo, oxen or alpaca, depending on the country. ...for •t, Thank You | letting us | serve you > this past | year. Lon Lefanty 403 West Main at the light in Middleville Bus: (616) 795-7925 Res: (616) 795-7184 L»t a good neighbor, State Fam ts there > The middle school students have earned out all kinds of fund-raisers that have provid­ ed lots of fun as well as funds for the school-wide project. The sixth-grade FOCUS group headed by staff members Mary Jane Campione and Nancy Pikaart, for example, collected and bagg­ ed 1,149 cans to redeem for (he project They marched their success down Main Street to D&W to redeem the cash, which will be added to what they’ve already earned from a bake sale and a walk-athon. Other groups have held raf­ fles (for gift certificates. Whitecaps tickets and even a basketball), organized a garage sale, sold hand-made crafts, sponsored a “holigram” project to send candy canes to a classmate or teacher, sponsored free throw and three-on-three basketball contests and sold pop at lunch. One group even held an auction for the chance to throw a pie at a designated student and even the principal himself, who graciously agreed to be splattered for a good cause. “They really have been creative with their projects,” said school secretary Mary Duba. "And they’ve raised quite a bit of money.' ’ Thank You We wish you and those close to you, a safe and joyous Holiday Season. A “Thank You” to all our clients, customers and friends for making 1994 a great year. The very best to everyone in 1995. — Cornerstone Realty Inc From left to right: Mike Nichols, Joyce Christensen. Lorraine Bedford, Carol Jenkins, Liz Bel son, Patncia Koval Seated (from left to right) Aiene HMmiton and Deb Erway. Missing from photo: Deb Doehnng CORNERSTONE realty inc. * 795-7933 Heifer Project International is based in Little Rock. Ark., and was formed in 1944 to help provide starving families i source of food rather than ast short-term relief. HPI's goal is to provide hese families an animal that •roduces either food or in­ tune or both, and so allow the amily to move away from lunger and poverty . Education on how to care or the animals and how to zrow food and crops is also >art of HPI's mission. CMS teacher Andrea Berends brought to school a letter that brought the project to life for the Caledonia students. "For the past year and a talf. I have sponsored a child from Haiti through Compas­ sion International." she said. "Last week. I received a Christmas letter from my :hild. who had no idea our school was working with the Heifer Project But in this let­ ter. he mentioned that his family of 10 had recently received a gift from an American school out west that was involved in the Heifer Project.” Berends shared the paragraph "her” Haitian child wrote about the Heifer Project gift: "When we received the two goats, my family cried with happiness With the extra money we will be able to earn from selling goat milk and cheese. I will be able to get a new pair of shoes. This will be my first new pair of shoes in five years. "Hearing this from another child makes us feel like we are doing something important.” Berends added “It’s good to know that the money our kids are raising here in Caledonia really will go to help some children who need a hand. ” Looking for Extra Cash? - Call - 945-9554 Sell anythin FAST! Thank You... ...for letting us help keep your engines running! Happy New Year! Pictured: Don Apsey, Scott Apsey, Bill Hyatt, Donna Apsey Missing from photo: Jason Kern, Wendell Long, Harlen Thome and Sheila Workman. Auto Value PARTS STORES 227 E. Main Caledonia, MI 49316 Caledonia Auto Parts Your 'Hometown'' Auto Parts Store (616) 891-4085 HOURS: Monday-Friday 8 a m. to 6 p.m. Saturday 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. �Page 6 I The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / December 27, 1994 Fourth TK will feature Ted Nugent and Miss Michigan CHS to kick off registration for Teen Institute Jan. 5 The programs are printed, the speakers and musicians are lined up and the Teen Ixaders have been busy train­ ing and raising funds for Caledonia High School's fourth Teen Institute to be held Saturday. Jan 21. Registration will get under­ way Jan. 5. Students attending the day­ long program will pay $12 for all activities, including meals and a Teen Institute T-shirt Nanci Moore, the CHS staff member who is crxirdmating the event, said that this year’s Teen Institute will feature the best of past programs along with some new activities The keynote speaker will be Ted Nugent, who will spend the morning at the Institute and talk to the students about the dangers of substance abuse. The other special guest for the day will be this year’s Miss Michigan, Maria Malay Kamara. who will discuss the subject of diversity. Returning for the “WakeUp' ’ session will be the popular group C.P R . and the day will include the Core Group sessions, workshops and “natural high” activities that characterize every Teen Institute. Moore said that this year’s program has been “studentorganized.” as opposed to previous years when an adult steering committee handled most of the arrangements “These kids have worked hard to make this an exciting day. a worthwhile day.” she said “We think there are speakers and workshops and natural highs* that will appeal to every student. ” This year's workshops are “A Day in the Life of a Teenager.” “College Sur­ vival.” "Stress: Letting It Go” and “Is My Family Normal?" Natural highs include some past favorites like karate, rap­ pelling. euchre, hair styling and karaoke, but new choices this year include line dancing, indoor soccer, the “velcro wall" and "sumo wrestling “ The final core group meeting of the day will be followed by a return perfor­ mance from the music group ARC. which this year will feature 1994 CHS grad Todd Hock on the drums. A dance from 8 to 11 p.m. will close the day. Teen Institute is a program organized to help students mH only realize the dangers of A group of this year's Teen Leaders for the 1995 CHS Teen Institute pose in this photo. The Teen Leaders have planned most of the event, which will be held Jan. 21. They also helped raise funds for the event and will facilitate the core group sessions held throughout Teen Institute. substance abuse, but also show them how they can find the “natural highs” of life | fj?ou May you and your loved ones have a safe and joyous Holiday Season, & a prosperous New Year! K BBMHSBiKenneth J. Visser Kenneth J. Visser 9505 Cherry Valley Caledonia, MI 49316 nn < O £ AA CjV 1"OOVV State Farm Insurance Companies Home Offices: Bloomington Illinois that do not involve drugs or alcohol. It is sponsored by local businesses and organizations. r i j the Caledonia Community Schools and parent and com­ munity volunteers. Anyone with questions about the program is welcome to call Mtxne at Caledonia High School. 891-8129 From Our Readers The Grinches are Stealing Christmas lites Dear editor: With the Christmas season upon us, it is the time of the year, in which people are full of giving, sharing and love. But we still have people out there who don’t care. We have been putting lights on our house for five years, always adding more each year. Many other homes in the Yankee Springs area decorate too. This is the first year we have had our lights cut on our fence, twice in two weeks, the last time on Dec. 16. Over the past few years, other homes have had their lights destroyed. The person or group of peo­ ple who are out there, destroying our beautiful Christmas lights may make our yards go dark, but they can’t turn off our Christmas spirit, because it’s in our hearts. They can’t stop that. But vandals should remember they are hurting the children. Many parents take their children for a drive to see the beautiful lights and the hard work that makes every home so beautiful. It’s a shame at this time of the year when people's hearts are full of love, giving and sharing that these punks don’t care. It’s really sad. Jan M. Slora Yankee Springs Twp /For Classified ActionAds CALL > 795-3345 Thank You... ...to all my new home owners for being so “neighborly”. We’ve been serving Caledonia since 1934 and look forward to Happy New Year! Sandra Harris and “Sundance Glider Pilot” When you come to look for your new borne, bring the kids to play with Pilot! TRUE VALUE HOMES In Cider MUI Village seeing you in 1995. From left: Sharon Beaudoin, Carolyn Nickels, Cathie Renard and Jeff DeVries. DeVRIES AGENCY, Inc 795-7900 A Community of Carefree Manufactured Homes Private Property Land Home Financing Available 476 BRIARWOOD DRIVE - MIDDLEVILLE CIDER MILL VILLAGE • 79S-6006 131 E. Main St., Caledonia, Ml 49316 JEFFREY M. DeVRIES �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml / December 27. 1994 I Page 7 Peace Child Care Center holds open house Dec. 20 Thank You... The feed plant, the fertilizer plant and the store wish you a very... Happy New Year! Jo VonderWoude, the assistant teacher at Peace Child Core Center, reads a Christmas story to some of her students during the recent open house held at the Center. The Peace Child Care Center, located in the Peace Reformed Church. 6950 Cherry Valley, held its first Christmas open house for parents and church members on December 20. The fully licensed center is sponsored by the church, and opened in June with only two students and three staff It now boasts an enrollment of 32 children cared for by nine staff members, said Director Dec Lactz. All staff members are carefully scree nd and are committed to “providing a caring environment and to en­ couraging the children to grow mentally, emotionally, physically arid spiritually,” L^etz said. The center will care for children from six weeks to 12 years of age. and offers both all-day and half-day preschool and before-and-after school programs The Thomapple Kellogg school buses will pick up and deliver students to the center Dental Care ...for the family. Emergency Care • Evenings by Appointment Affordable Rates • New Patients Welcome We Do Your Insurance Paperwork Appointments Available Mon thru Fri. Ronald B. Stegehuis 8914240 9505 Cherry Valley Rd. (M-37) Caledonia It is open year-round from 6 a m. to 6 p.m. Mondays through Fridays, except for national holidays Full-time rates for children aged 2¥i to five years of age are $95 a week, with part-time rates costing $75 for three days a week The cost for kindergarteners is $70 a week, and for children who attend school all day, but stay at the center either in the mor­ ning or afternoon, the rate is $38 a week The center also charges a $30 non-refundablc, one-time registration fee. Anyone with questions about Peace Child Care Center is welcome to call Laetz at 891-2345. Front row, from left: Bob Newman. Afe Bos. Sara DeVries. Nancy Budd; back row: Marty Kretovic. Bill Jousma. Mark McConnon. David Shellenbarger. Jim Hawkins, Norm Knorr, Tim Smith. Mark Curtis. Bud Smith. Pat Bolling and Jerry Smith. Not pictured: Frank Vining. Jerry Frost, Pete Snyder and Dolores Suwyn Caledonia Farmers Elevator 146 E. Main Street • 891-8108 Go<mI resolutions are simplv checks that men draw on a hank where they have no account. —Oscar Wilde That kind of life is most happy which affords us the most opportunities of gaining our own esteem. —Samuel Johnson From left: Cy Gerbasi, Dan Erskine, Marcie Larson, Randy Palmer, Jason Mills and Mike Vogt. Caledonia Lumber Thank You... 115 Kinsey • 891-8143 Serving you has been a pleasure! See you in 1995. From left: Larry Stouffer. Kim Coe. Melody Timmerman and Dave Buck Missing from photo: Abbie Stouffer. Jim Capione. Viv Weidman. 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All of the elementary students were encouraged to participate in the Franken­ muth products sale. For each five items the students sold, their names were put into a drawing at their school. Once the fund-raiser was done, each of the principals at McFall, West and Page drew out the name of the lucky reci­ pient of the treasure chest. Titanic You... We enjoy taking care of you and all your insurance needs. Standing (from left): Arvalyn Stegeman, licensed agent; Kerri Stegeman, licensed agent; Toni Bredeweg, licensed agent; Betty Caskey, support staff. Seated: Earl Stegeman, exclusive agent. /instate McFall first grader Chad Cullers hugs the gorilla that came in the treasure chest as his teacher Linda Meyers helps him find out what else is in it. McFall first-grader Chad Cullers, West second-grader Jarrod Thorington, and Page fourth-grader Sara Canfield were the kids whose names were drawn. 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Money raised by the sale is used for supplemental pro­ grams like "Science Alive" and improvement of school resources. BINGO ...for making 1994 such a great year! Happy Holidays! Front row (from left to right): Julie Alderink. Denise Smith and Gloria Anderson Back row (from left to right): Stephanie VanderLaan. Bernie Zomberg and Kim Slachter. Missing from photo: Jolene Sword. 3363 68th Street S.E. The lucky winner of the treasure chest at Page Elementary was fourth grader Sara Canfield. The pink panther stuffed animal is one of her favorite things. American Legion “Post #305 (In Dutton Professional Bldg) Caledonia, MI 49316 I 9548 Cherry Valley, Caledonia L~O N TWP. land use • THURSDAY • Early Bird - 6:30 PM (616) 698-1991 from Page 15 — conditions the preliminary site plan for a proposed site­ condominium housing development at 9113 Whitneyville Ave. Rich Dykhouse, of RBD Builders, said he has a purchase agreement for 25.37 acres at that location. His Whispering Winds Estates meets all zoning requirements, said VanderPloeg, with the 10 home sites ranging from 2.35 to 2.4 acres in area. • Held a work session to discuss a township policy on the timing of requiring an adjacent property to hook up to the new village-township sewer system. The commission will continue its discussion after it learns about the ordinance arrangements being finalized between the village and township on the sewer. Since you’re in agriculture you can cover all your assets under one policy and save time and money. Do you have a boat? Do you have a snowmobile? Do you have a mobile home? Are you involved in incidental business pursuits? Do you need separate policies? Not when you’re covered by... Pioneer State Mutual Specialists in Agricultural Insurance Call us for details... Thank You... ...for letting us see you in '94! Your local Independent Insurance agency (From left) Dr. Choryan, Cathy and Deborah. STAUFFER & WIGGERS INSURANCE AGENCY Richard J. Choryan, O.D. DOCTOR OF OPTOMETRY Call us for a quote for all of your insurance needs. • Auto • Life • Health • Home • Business • Investment Caledonia Village Centre, 9365 Cherry Valley Ave., Caledonia 133 E. Main St., Caledonia 891 9294 Thank You... so much for you continued patronage. We look forward to serving you in 1995. Loyd Elwood & Rosie Loyds Auto. Open 7 Days a Week 9870 Cherry Valley (M-37), Caledonia, Ml 49317 8911484 891-9224 �Page 10 I The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml / December 27, 1994 More members to speed review process for area residents Caledonia Twp. seeking new members for Board of Review position The Caledonia Township Board is seeking residents who would like to serve on the Board of Review While reappointing its three incumbent members, the township now would like to add three more so it could seal Stop and see — your choice is clear. Richard J. Choryan, O.D. DOCTOR OF OPTOMETRY 133 E Main St., Caledonia, Ml 891-9224 4 4 two Boards of Review simultaneously. The panel hears residents’ concerns about their assessments and has the authority to adjust these assessments when such action is justifiable. Stale law allows townships to appoint up to eight residents to a Board of Review, and Township Assessor Tom Doane recommended that Caledonia add members, said Clerk Pal Snyder. Appointments are for two years. To be eligible for this board, the applicant must be a resident of the township and a registered voter. A Board of Review member cannot be related to the assessor or serve on the local school or township board. The Caledonia Township Board last week reappointed incumbent Board of Review members Butch Welton. Dorothy Merriman and Rob Finkbeiner Anyone with questions or who is interested in appoint­ ment should contact the township office (891-0070) or send a letter to the Township Clerk at 250 Maple. Caledonia. 49316. 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The fourth-graders decided to adopt a family through Love Inc. of Barry County. A note was sent home to parents, explaining what was happening. Besides the $620 that was collected by the fourth­ graders, parents sent addi­ tional donations of clothing for the mother and her two children. “We jope this instills in our children the true spirit of giv­ ing.’’ said the letter from the fourth grade staff. The fifth-graders surprised themselves by the amount of money they collected, said Betsy Butler, one of the fifth­ grade teachers. They decided to split the Thank You... ...for letting us be a part of your 1994! The fourth graders at Page raised $620 for the family they adopted through Love Inc. This group has two students from each of the fourth grade classed. $550 that was collected bet­ ween the American Red Cross and Love Inc. Phone 795-3345 ...for Sun & News ACTION ADS! VZe appreciate the trust that you have placed in us and in John Deere’s Long Green Line in 1994. V/e hope to see you in 1995. Happy New Year! From left to right: Jeff Price, Dan Walton, Dale Burgess. Ed Pawloski, Ed Pawloski Jr. and Chico Gonzales. Missing from picture: Robert Pawloski and Paula Pawloski. ED ’S BODY SHOP 110 Johnson Street at Kinsley one block off Main St. in Downtown Caledonia QCM.rtICft IU/ 0^7 I V IJV We want Fax (616) 891-0446 CXtce Open Moa Fn 8-5. CXSer Hews by Apet to be your "PRO" Shop, working with the PROS since 1969 Ed Pewioski From left to right: Steve, Jay, Bryan, Dan. Marvin, Cheryl, Jim, Terry, Darrell Fillmore Equipment, Inc. Thornapple Valley Equipment, Inc. 1690 S. Bedford Road, Hastings 616-945-9526 �The Sun and News. Middleville. Ml / December 27, 1994 I Page 11 Pet food, other incidentals available for vet visit by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Four-legged friends who are patients at the Thomapple Veterinary Medical Center now can sec the vet and go home with food and even a new toy. Ihe center has added the lams and Eukanuba pet food lines, along with other items such as collars, leashes, nail clippers and even some doggie fashions. "We decided to do this because so many of our customers complained about having to drive all the way to Grand Rapids for food and other pet needs," said Veterinarian James Knopp. Thornapplc Veterinary had already been carrying a limited supply of things like vitamins, foods for dogs and cats on a special diet, flea spray, and collars and leashes. Along with Veterinary SORE FEET I ANKLES? Assignment Accepted! Medicare. B.C.B.S., PPO, HMO Diabetics • ADult & Children Foot Problems KENT PODIATRY Terrence J. Emiley, D.P.M. 612 Main Street in Caledonia Call...891-9133 MJMMM Why Call spencer s rowing? ■ ■ ■ ■ Veterinary assistant Leslie Lettinga talks with one of the people who brings pets to the office about proper brushes to use. Assistant Leslie Lettinga. they decided what products to slock and what sizes (in food, for instance) to have on hand. “We re really excited about this," said Lettinga. “Now poeple don’t have to drive all the way to Grand Rapids to get what they need " The store isn’t just for the patients, said Knopp. Anyone is welcome to get their pet products at the office on Pat­ terson Road Knopp explained that he has tried to price the items CorrectionThe following paragraph should have been included in Marta Blough's review of the play ' Curtain Call for Clif­ ford" that appeared in last week's edition of the Sun and News: "Flighty, flirtatious (looper Bushman was expertly played by senior Melanie Johnston. Her lively perfor­ mance and on-.stage antics were delightful. Melanie’s talents have been enjoyed by TK theater buffs many times before and she again was in exceptionally fine form." Veterinary assistant Leslie Lettinga is tickled by the way Kelsey and Barney beg with their eyes as Veterinarian James Knopp holds up a bag of dog food. GET EASY CASH with extra household goods and tools. Advertise with classifieds in The Reminder and Hastings Banner. Phone 945-9554. Thank You... 24 Hour Service Radio Dispatch Fully Insured Flatbed Service Jumpstarts Lock Outs 8 Trucks Available Emergency Tire Repair We bill direct to every insurance agency in Barry County, including: • ERS • AAA • Allstate • Amoco • Farmers • AARP • State Farm • Montgomerly Wards • Cross Country • Auto Owners somewhat competitively whenever possible. He also noted that w hen so­ meone comes in to buy something, the price marked on the package already has tax included. "We felt it would be easier for everyone that way.” Knopp added. TVMC held a doggie fashion show before Christmas for fun. giving peo­ ple the chance to know about the addition to the center. 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Some of the Junior Girl Scouts from Troop 1030 try on some of the giving for warmth items to see how worm they ore. by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Even though Christmas has past, the cold weather is really just beginning That's why the Middleville Junior Girl Scout Troop No. 1030 will continue to collect mittens, gloves, scarves and hats through Tuesday. Jan. 3. The large mitten-shaped display is near the front en­ trance at Pastoor’s Family Market According to Troop Leader MariBeth Terry, anyone can donate an item to the display by just clipping it to the big mitten. • Homeowners ~ Cash Fast * •1 tt and 2nd Mortgage purmaae or rwSnancs "Lend contred refinancing • Homa or Rental Propory Stow Credit OK "8* Conaottdatnn etc. *Faai Easy "Cat 24 Houri AHetate Mongage « Finance Corp 800-886-2221 ffiEF Pre-QueMftoatton On the other hand, anyone who needs one of the items is invited to take it from the mitten. ‘We're doing this to help make sure that children and adults don’t have to be cold if they can’t afford to buy mit­ tens or gloves.” she said. Terry also mentioned that socks would be good items to put on the mitten board. About 40 items were given out during last year’s event. “This helps the girls in my troop to be more aware of other people's needs,'' Terry added VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA - COUNTY OF KENT. MICHIGAN NOTICE of ADOPTION of ORDINANCE CODE AMENDMENT and ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT and SUMMARY of the LEGAL EFFECT THEREOF PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on December 12,1994, the Village Council ol the Village of Caledonia adopted an amendment in the Ordinance Code of the Village of Caledonia providing for civil infraction penalties for the violation of certain provisions of the Ordinance Code and also to provide procedures for the issuance of citations for civil infractions. The principal provisions of the Ordinance Code amendment can be summarized as follows: 1 Class I Civil Infractions. The Ordinance Code is amended to provide for a fine of $15 for the first offense and $50 for a subsequent offense upon conviction for violations of any of the following Ordinance Code provisions: Sections 3.9 (House Numbering), 5.3 (Odd/Even Parking Regulations), 5.4 (Other Parking Regulations), 7.1 (Parking Lots), 8.4 and 8.5 (Animal Control), 8.9 (Snow Removal), 8.10 (Littering), 8.15 (Smoke), 8.18 (Sound Amplifiers), 8.21 (Parades), 8.22 (Charitable Solicitations), Subsections (1), (4), (5), and (6) of Section 8.23 (Abandoned Refrigerators, Scaffolds, Noise, and Unattended Machin­ ery), and 10.1 (Garbage and Refuse). 2 Class II Civil Infractions. The Ordinance Code is amended to provide for a fine of not less than $50 nor more than $100 for the first offense and not less than $75 nor more than $150 for a subsequent offense upon conviction for violations of any of the following Ordinance Code provisions: Sections 3.2 through 3.7 inclusive (Streets, Sidewalks, Excavations, and Driveways), 3.10 (Signs and Canopies), 6.2, 6.4, 6.5, and 8.19 (Safety), 3.11, 8.2 and 8.3 (Trees, Shrubs, and Weeds), 8.11 (Storage of Personalty), 8.12 (Public Nuisance), 8.14 (Barbed Wire), 8.17 (Pools), and the Village Building Codes, except that continuing work in violation of a stop work order shall be a misdemeanor, punishable as provided in subsection (4) of Sectionl of said amendment. 3 Class III Civil Infraction. The Ordinance Code is amended to provide for a fine of not less than $250 nor more than $2,500 for the first offense and not less than $500 nor more than $5,000 for a subsequent offense upon conviction of violations of any of the following Ordinance Code provisions: Section 8.1 and all of Chapter IX (Licensing and Regulation of Certain Businesses), Sections 8.13 (Dangerous Structures) and 10.2 (Restaurants), and all of Chapter XI (Subdivision Control). 4. The Ordinance Code is further amended to state that the violation of any provision thereof which is not specifically enumerated as a civil infraction shall be a misdemeanor, punishable upon conviction by a fine of not more than $500 or by imprisonment of not more than 90 days, or both There are other provisions concerning aiding or abetting in the commission of acts prohibited under the Ordinance Code 5. The Ordinance Code is further amended to authorize the Village President to issue citations for violation of any Village ordinance designated to be a municipal civil infraction and to authorize the Village Building Official to issue citations for violation of the Village Building Codes; further, the Village President is authonzed to issue citations for violation of the Village Zoning Ordinance 6 Effective Date. This Ordinance Code amendment shall become effective January 16. 1995 PUBLIC NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that on December 12, 1994. the Village Council of the Village of Caledonia adopted an amendment in the Zoning Ordinance of the Village of Caledonia. The principal provisions of the Zoning Ordinance amendment can be summarized as follows i Penalties: Section 21.2 of the Village Zoning Ordinance is amended so as to state that a violation of or failure to comply with the Village Zoning Ordinance is a municipal civil infraction punishable upon conviction by a fine of not less than $100 nor more than $500 for the first offense and not less than $200 no more than $1,000 for subsequent offenses 2 Section 213 of the Village Zoning Ordinance is amended so as to provide procedures for the issuance of municipal civil infraction citations for violations of the Village Zoning Ordinance 3 Effective Date. Such amendment in the Village Zoning Ordinance shall become effective January 16, 1995 A copy of the amending ordinances may be examined or purchased at the offices of the Caledonia Village Clerk, 250 South Maple Street. Caieooma Michigan, dunng regular business hours VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE Dated: December 16, 1994 VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA Caledonia’s new Charter Academy still in limbo by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Like the ixher proposed charter schools in Michigan, Caledonia's Charter Academy legally is homeless. Since the existing charter school legislation has been declared unconstitutional, the state government cannot fund the schools as promised. For some of the newly formed schools, this situation has pro­ mpted all kinds of fundraising efforts as they struggle to remain open. Caledonia’s proposed charter school, however, would replace the district's alternative high school. Because the school board did not want to lose the alternative high school, it agreed to con­ tinue funding the program in hopes that the legal snafus would be worked out and the state funding allowed. Caledonia Business Manager Judi Dean reported to the Caledonia School Board last week that she and two members of the Charter Academy Board of Directors had met with state officials to discuss the funding possibilities for the academy She reported that legally, there is no such thing as a charier school, so the state has decided to call them "alter native schools” and turn their ownership and operation over to the Intermediate School Districts. “With all that’s going on here, the ISDs are questioning whether they really want to be involved,” Dean added. She said that in hopes of ob­ taining some funding for the program, the Caledonia Charter Academy’s Board of Directors has decided to ask that the Caledonia district’s Fourth Friday student count be redone to include the students in the charter pro­ gram, either in the adult education or the K-12 category. Either would provide at least some per-pupil funding for the students in the alter­ native education program. “Otherwise, there is no (state) funding for the opera­ tion to date, and there will not be any until and unless the K1SD takes it over,” she said. Board President Gordon DeBlaay said he would like to keep the Charter Academy Board active and involved un til the state decides the charter school issue. Trustee Sharon Oat Icy ask ed about the Kent County Education Association s con cern that the charier school teachers be members of the Caledonia Education Association Dean said that the KCEA would remain involved with the “alternative schools” as an advisor to the KISD Subscribe Today! Receive all the news for the Barry County area in the Hastings Banner. Cail.. 945-9554 The Hastings Banner VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN NOTICE of ADOPTION of ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT and SUMMARY of the REGULATORY EFFECT THEREOF PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on December 12, 1994, the Village Council of the Village of Caledonia adopted an ordinance amending the Zoning Ordinance of the Village of Caledonia. The principal provisions of the amending ordinance can be summarized as follows: 1 Special Land Use for Off-Site Parking Lots. Sections 9.3(b), 10.3(e) and 11.3(e) of the Village Zoning Ordinance are amended so as to provide for off-site parking lots authorized by the Planning Commission as a special land use in the C-1 Neighborhood Business District, the C-2 Highway Business District and the 1-1 Light Industrial District respectively Section 13.3(e) of the Village Zoning Ordinance is amended to provide in the Special Land Use chapter a provision authorizing off-site parking lots not associated with another principal use on the lot, where otherwise permitted in the zoning district provisions. 2 Minimum Requirements. Section 13.3(e) is also amended so as to provide minimum requirements for off-site parking lots approved as a special land use, including requirements relating to parking lot uses, proximity to commercial or industrial usage, signage, fencing, lighting, compatibility with adjacent and nearby lands, and other requirements 3 Parking Lot Design Standards. Section 6 5 of the Zoning Ordinance is amended so as to provide additional site design standards for approved parking lots, including matters relating to fencing, prohibition on storage of abandoned vehicles, setback area and required reserved space for storage and removal of snow 4 Effective Date. The Zoning Ordinance amendment will become effective December 27 1994 A copy of the amending ordinance may be purchased or examined at the offices of the Caledonia Village Clerk, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, during regular business hours Dated April 13, 1994 VILLAGE COUNCIL OF THE VILLAGE OF CALEDONIA �The Sun and News, Middleville, Ml I December 27. 1994 I Page 13 Morse Lake farm released from Rural Preservation Bank TK NEWS Caledonia School Board awaits soil testing on land A suggestion for resolution By Jay S. Cason, Superintendent It's that time of year when we are tempted to make a radical New Year’s resolution. I’ve resolved to loose 10 to 15 pounds for at least 10 straight years now. I’ve usually kept that resolu­ tion. However. 1 have not yet resolved to keep those pounds off I have a suggestion for students making a New Year s resolution. How about resolving to do your homework on a regular basis9 For parents there needs to be a companion resolution. This should be to make sure that your students keep their homework resolutions and to help them. It is next to impossible to make top grades and do quality work in school unless a student does homework, and making good grades alone does not assure quality. This point is often difficult to understand for students who make “A’s” without working very hard. Yet it is one reason why good grades in school do not necessarily translate into great scores on college entrance exams Reading outside of school is vital to building a strong vocabulary, to stronger overall reading comprehension skills, and to the sense of self-worth that comes with a young person's having his or her own area of expertise. Better ACT and SAT scores will be a side benefit down the road Parents might con­ sider books as holiday or birthday gifts. These should be “pleasure” books that fit the student’s interest Parents also might consider discussion with their students about setting reasonable parameters for using the telephone (the teenager's lifeline) and watching television during school nights. (The “until homework is done" policy may encourage sloppy work in the name of getting finished in time for a show). Parents also need to help provide general resources. Some suggestions: “The Random House College Dictionary." a thesaurus (in non-dictionary format), "The Information Please Almanac." and “The National Geographic World Atlas" (or even a historical atlas like the outstanding “Time Atlas of World History" can be tremendously helpful, providing ease of reference in English, history, and government A computer, or word processor also is desirable, particularly for high school students. The efforts of parents at home to help their students need to complement efforts in the classroom as teachers and parents focus together on skill building and enhancing learning that is not quite at desired levels. “If a child is working hard, but with disappointing results, reassurance that some classes are more difficult than others will be most appreciated. Sometimes parents take for granted that kids know this.” Some kids do know this, but hearing it from mom and dad helps. Finally, as families work together to gt the quality homework done an to raise achievement, they need to com­ municate. The old-fashioned American tradition of families sitting down together for a meal seems to be as endangered as the American condor. Yet this is the best vehicle for com­ municating and sharing within families. According to an article in the October 1994 edition of “Reader's Digest,” family meals can also pay educational dividends: “Sharing meals with their families as a factor in higher scores by students in every group. Eating together seemed to help kids with non-col lege educated parents narrow the gap with kids whose parents did go past high school.” Have a Happy New Year and good luck with those resolutions. - FACTORY - bv Barbara (Jail * Staff Writer The Caledonia School Board Tuesday authorized Superintendent Doug Busman to sign a 10-year land contract for the purchase of 130 acres of farm land, pending a positive result from indepen­ dent soil tests at the property. If the land purchase goes through, the school board has agreed to pay $3,500 per acre for the Bowman property at Morse Lake Road and 92nd Street. The land is being purchased in anticipation of future building needs for the district as development continues. The property would be suitable for a high school, middle school or elementary school, or perhaps for more than one facility, said Business Manager Judi Dean. Busman told the board that the farm has been released from the Rural Preservation Protection Act. which reserves farm land for agricultural uses. The Depart­ ment of Natural Resources also has approved the site for school use. he said However, before the deal is closed. Grand Rapids Testing Service Inc. will check the soils on the property to make sure fuel leakage from farm equipment has not con­ taminated any of the land there. The board also heard a report from CHS Athletic and Student Activities Director Jeanne Glowicki on the pro­ cess used by a special commit­ tee to study the district's athletic facilities. District residents and com­ mittee members Bill Porter and Archie Warner also helped with the presentation, explaining the goals of the committee and some of the visits made to neighboring school districts to look at their athletic facilities. Warner told the board that probably the biggest long­ term recommendation made by the committee is to look at purchasing the land just west of the football field for future expansion. Glowicki then presented the board with a first draft of the report to study before the January meeting. Board President Gordon DeBlaay asked each board member to read the report, but said he would refer it to the Building Committee, which will hold a special meeting with some of the special committee members to discuss the recommendations. We will give this a long, sincere look." DeBlaay told Due to current growth we are expanding and look­ ing for machine operators to run plastic injection molding machines This includes visually inspecting and packing parts. We are a growing company offering good pay. benefits and promotional op­ portunities as we grow. All shifts available Apply in person at WAMAR PRODUCTS, INC. Phone 795-3345 Credit Problems? Cash $ for Problems? We can help. $ Sun & • Refinancing • Home Improvement $ • Debt Consolidation News A-One Mortgage Corp. $ ACTION 310 44th St. S.W.. Wyoming, Ml 49548 $ ADS! 504 1 68th Street SE • Caledonia $ $ $ $ $ ,$ $ 1-800-870-2663 $ contract. Still unresolved are agreements with the Caledonia Education Associa­ tion and the district’s transportation workers. — Approved $900 for meals for students attending the Jan. 21 Teen Institute at Caledonia High School. — Received from Dean the first dividend check from the West Michigan Risk Manage me nt Trust. (Sec related story.) — Held a first reading of Glowicki. The board authorized the special study in August, ask­ ing the committee to put together a plan for both main­ taining and expanding athletic facilities. In other business, the board: — Ratified contracts with its custodial and food service employees. The board did ml approve the contract with its secretaries and librarians because it wished a clarifica­ tion of some language in the revised district policies on“Sexual Harassment" and “Dangerous Weapons in Schools." The board will vote on these next month. — Approved the North Central accreditation process to improve student learning and a district School Improve­ ment Plan for l9<M-97 to put it in compliance with state requirements. — Heard a report from Judi Dean on the status of Caledonia's proposed Charter Academy. (See related story.) Chip DeVries resigns from Caledonia Township Board accepting the resignation, said Clerk Pat Snyder Trustee Steve Gould public­ ly noted that he was sorry to see DeVries leave the board, praising the “balance and judgment" he brought to the panel. DeVries is resigning in the middle of his second term on the board. He has served on the Township Planning Com­ mission and. when he lived in Caledonia Village, on its village council. He is assistant vice presi­ dent and commercial loan of­ ficer for the State Bank of Caledonia. Any township resident who is a registered voter is eligible I Chip DeVries by Barbara Gall Staff Writer Citing increased job respon­ sibilities and a need for time with his family, Caledonia Township Board Trustee Chip DeVries tendered his letter of resignation to the board last week. The board accepted “with regret" his decision to step down. The board now will seek ap­ plications from interested residents interested in filling the vacancy. It must appoint a new trustee within 30 days of to apply for the open scat on the board, which holds its regular meetings on the third Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m.. Some special meetings may be called in addition to the regularly scheduled meetings The township board oversees all local government issues not regulated by the state or county or by the village and is charged with the enforcement of all township ordinances. Interested candidates should contact the township office at 891-0070 or write a letter of application to the township clerk. 250 Maple. Caledonia 49316. -BRANCH MANAGER -ASSISTANT BRANCH MANAGER­ GUN LAKE AREA National Bank of Hastings is currently seeking experienced persons to join our team. The Ideal candidate will have 2 to 3 years branch experience, some as assistant manager or head teller. Loan experience helpful. Send resume in confidence to: National Bank of Hastings - code BRM 241 West State Street Hastings, MI 49058 No phone or in person calls CHARTER TOWNSHIP of CALEDONIA COUNTY OF KENT, MICHIGAN PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning Commission of the Charter Township of Caledonia will hold a public hearing on January 3, 1995, at 7:30 p.m at the Caledonia Township and Village Hall, 250 S. Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, concerning the application of Kentwood Excavating, Inc , for an amendment In the Zoning Ordinance of the Charter Township of Caledonia so as to rezone the following-described lands from A Agricultural District to the PMR Planned Mineral Removal District and for the issuance of a planned mineral removal (PMR) permit as to such lands: That part of the Southwest ’A and that part of the Southeast ’A of Section 17, Town 5 North, Range 10 West, described as beginning at a point on the East line of said Southwest ’A, which is North 01 •12'03" West 1663 90 feet from the south ’A corner of Section 17, thence South 88* 10'49" West 700.00 feet along a line which is 350 00 feet North of and parallel with the South line of the North V? of said Southwest ’A (said line also being the Northerly line of a Consumers Power Company right of way), thence North 01’12’03” West 638 32 feet; thence North 88*08 08" East 700 00 feet parallel with the North line of said Southwest ’A; thence North 88*08'30” East 200.00 feet along the South line of the North 325 00 feet of said Southeast thence South 01 •12’03’" East 225 00 feet; thence North 88*08'30" East 520.00 feet, thence North 62’ 19'04" East 143 51 feet, thence South 27* 40'56" East 40 00 feet along the centerline of Broadmoor Avenue; thence South 62*19'04” West 152 68 feet, thence South 88*08'30 West 529.63 feet; thence South 01 • 12’03'' East 374.32 feet; thence South 88* 16’23” West 200.00 feet along a line which is 350.00 feet Northerly of and parallel with the South line of the North ’A of said Southeast ’A (said line also being the Northerly line of a Consumers Power Company right of way) to the place of beginning, Caledonia Township, Kent County. Michigan. This parcel is approximately located at 8045 Broadmoor A copy of the amending ordinance and related materials are on file and may be examined at the offices of the Caledonia Township Clerk, 250 South Maple Street, Caledonia, Michigan, during regular business hours All interested persons may attend the public hearing and be heard with regard to the application for the above stated amendment in the Township Zoning Ordinance, for the rezoning of said lands, and with regard to the above-stated application for a planned mineral removal permit covering said lands Dated: December 7, 1994 PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE (301) CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CALEDONIA �Page 14 I The Sun and News, Middleville. Ml I December 27, 1994 TKHS fun and games raises money for charity Oops! The TK gym hod smashed eggs on the floor as two students do their best to roll a raw egg from one side of the gym to the other. The girls did a lot of the work during the obstacle course during Christmas games at Thornapple Kellogg High School. One instance of this is shown as the guy gets a ride across the gym. by Margaret Fowler Staff Writer Anyone who walked into the Thornapplc Kellogg High School building the last few days before Christmas break might have wondered what was going on. The fun and games had another purpose besides being entertaining raising money for United Way, TK holiday baskets and Love Inc Some of the antics included auctioning off the seniors and new teachers and then later making them dress up in silly costumes, playing broom ball and having fun on an obstacle course. All of this zaniness resulted in collecting about $2,500 that was split between the charities. / This team is trying to see just how fast a jar of baby applesauce can be eaten. On baby day, each class had a team of two. The guy does his best to gulp the bottle while his teammate helps. Snowmobile safety important to prevent injuries This isn't the normal garb for these two senior guys. They were auctioned off and now they're trying to raise more money for charity. Following a few basic safe­ ty rules for operating snowmobiles can prevent snowmobiling injuries and fatalities, say Department of Natural Resources law en­ forcement officers. ‘We want to be sure that people enjoy snowmobiling safely," said DNR Law En­ forcement Division Director Herbert Bums. “It’s impor­ tant to be aware of the hazards and use good judgement." Here are a few safety tips for snowmobilers: • Consumption of alcohol before or during snowmobiling impairs driving judge- 24 HOUR AFFORDABLE TOWINC no S S preference Towing and Recovery 616-795-2200 or 616-948-S757 Serving Middleville & Hastings areas. 3 Insured Trucks Jump Starts Emergency Tire Repair Lockouts 4 Wheel Drive & Flatbed Service ■■ Direct Billing to Most Insurance Co. C_ OFFICE LOCATED ON M-37 in MIDDLEVILLE ment. Snowmobilers who have been drinking will fre­ quently drive too fast, travel illegally on roads, or race across unsafe ice. Alcohol also causes the body to become colder at an celerated rate, which increases the danger of hypothermia. • Fatigue may reduce the operators coordination and judgement. • Drive at moderate speed, and drive defensively. Give yourself enough distance for sudden maneuvers and stops, if necessary and watch out for careless snowmobilers around you. • When driving on ice. remember that snow cover can act as a blanket to prevent safe ice from forming on lakes and ponds. Rapidly changing weather and moving waler in streams and lake inlets also af­ fect the thickness and strength of ice on lakes and ponds. Remember that even when the ice is thick enough to support your weight, a snowmobile speeding on a hard, slippery surface can become an unguided missile • W'hen traveling cross­ country. watch for deadfalls, snowdrifts, low fences, posts and snow-covered farm machinery • Do not travel on roads When it is necessary to cross a road, first come to a complete stop, listen and look for traf­ fic, and use hand signals when traveling with a group. Stay away from automobiles, whether moving or parked. • Be on guard against rapid changes in the weather that may produce dangerous conditions. • Dress for the weather Rapid weather changes can 4 Z4 happen Be prepared. The windchill factor must be con­ sidered before leaving on a trip. • Travel in a group. If you have to travel alone, let so­ meone know about your destination, planned route, and when you will return. Be mg lost or broken down in a remote area can be extremely dangerous. 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Ml I December 27, 1994 / Page 15 Developer requests light industrial use for ag parcel Caledonia Twp. planning group to consider change on M-37 property by Barbara Gall Staff Writer The Caledonia Township Planning Commission again will review the designated future use of township lands between 100th and 108th streets and adjacent to M-37. It will hold a public hearing at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 7, to take comments on an application to amend the township's land use plan, changing at least one of (he parcels in that area from an agricultural to a light industrial designation. The present township land use plan shows the block of land on either side of M-37 between 100th and 108th streets reserved for agricultural use. However, Don Oppenhuizcn, who owns a 36-acre parcel in that area, has submitted a formal application to amend the land use plan so he can develop a light industrial planned unit development (PUD) on his properly. Oppenhuizen just last summer asked the commission to consider redesignating his land for commercial or some similar use, stating that the present agricultural zoning was no longer a practical or profitable use of the land because of traffic on M-37. The commission at that time decided not to change the agricultural desigation after a study revealed that only one of every seven acres of the commerciallydesignated lands in the township actually are being developed for commercial use. The commission pointed 5 generations Pictured (from left) ore Takytha (Potter) Redman, mother, of Hastings; Virginia Wager, grandmother, of Hastings; Doris Jacobs, great-grandmother, of Hastings; Elsie Ramsey, great-great-grandmother, age 85. of Charlotte; and Brandon Michael Redman, age five weeks. Brandon also is welcomed home by his father, Brian Redman. out that farming is not the only land use allowed in an agricultural district, and noted that Oppenhuizen had not presented any specific plan for the land, should its designated use be changed. Though it set the public hearing dale, the commission will continue its discussion of this issue at its Jan. 3 meeting to decide whether it wants to look at more than just Oppenhuizen's parcel in reviewing the land use plan for that area. The commission was divided on whether to review just Opppenhuizens property, or include neighboring parcels as well. Township Planner Mark VanderPloeg also suggested the commission might ask Oppenhuizen to elaborate on his stated reasons justifying the change. In other business, the commission: • Unani mously recommended Township Board approval of a preliminary site plan few the office/commercial PUD proposed by Ed and Ruth Vermurlen for a one-acre site at the southeast comer of 60th Street and M-37. VanderPloeg said the plan meets all township requirements and was approved by the East Belt Advisory Board • Asked developer Paul Emerson if he would reconsider his request to rezone 50 acres at 5100 76th Street, just west of the Broadmoor Country Club. Emerson originally asked the township to rezone the land from agricultural to the R-2 single-family residential district so he could plat the property for an eventual 61 home sites. The commission told Emerson it would prefer a PUD rezoning, especially since most of the work he has done so far could be used for a residential PUD site development plan. Emerson agreed to work with VanderPloeg on the possibility for a PUD. • Approved with some | Obituaries David Gross------HASTINGS - David Gross, 71, of Hastings, passed away on Thursday, December 22, 1994 at Metropolitan Hospital in Grand Rapids. He was bom on April 16, 1923 at Sutton, West Virginia, the son of David and Merle (Skidmore) Gross. He was married to Frances L. Warner on September 27, 1963. He was a United States Navy Veteran of World War II. Mr. Gross was a self employed Mason. Surviving are his wife, Frances L. Gross; one son, James Gross of Hastings; one daughter, Rebecca Blazek of Branson, Missouri; five step­ children, Linda (John) Wilkins of Middleville, Daniel (Sue) Ringleka of Hastings, Deborah Doornbos of Grand Rapids , Janet (Ray) Leckrone of Middleville and Martin (Joyce) Ringleka of Freeport; seven grandchildren; one great-grandson; eight children from a previous marriage; two brothers, James Gross and Estel Gross of West Virginia; two sisters, Rachel Harper of West Virginia and Gladys Mick of New York; nieces and nephews. Funeral and Committal Services were held on Satur­ day morning at the Beeler Funeral Chapel with Reverend Bruce Stewart officiating. Interment was at Mt. Hope Cemetery. WHma T. JahnkeBRYON CENTER - Wilma T. Jahnke, 80, went to be with her Lord on Tuesday, Decem­ ber 20, 1994. She was born on November 25, 1914 in Allegan County, the daughter of Hugh, Sr. and Gertrude (Turner) Kegerreis. She married Harold Jahnke, he preceded her in death. Mrs. Jahnke was a fanner and homemaker. Survivors are a son, David and Carol Jahnke; grandson. Brad Jahnke; sisters. Hope Richardson and Maxine Kegerreis; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Ruth and Gordon Martin, Henrietta and Beryl Fischer, Lester and Louise Jahnke and Mrs. Henry, Jr. (Wildreen) Jahnke; many nieces, nephews and friends. Funeral Services were held on Friday at St. Paul Lutheran Church with Reverend Robert A. Gerke officiating. Interment at Holy Corners Cemetery. See Twp. Page 9 Sure air bags work great in front-end collisions, but only a safety belt can protect you from side and rear-end collisions. So buckle up. And you’ll cover all the angles. 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Pot Thatcher's first grade class sent a letter along with a large hungry cater­ pillar to the author of one of their favority books and rewrote the story to include their own touch. by Margaret Fow ler Staff Writer When the kids in Pat That­ cher’s first-grade class at McFall Elementary found out about the 25th anniversary of one of their favorite books, they decided to write. The group has read The Very Hungry Caterpillar, by Eric Carle, over and over. IRS offers free volunteer training If you enjoy helping people and working with them to make a difficult task easier. VITA may be for you. VITA is the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program spon­ sored by the Internal Revenue Service. 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